Clearlake public meetings in 2024
18 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will accept November 2024 election results and swear in newly elected members. The body is also considering several ordinances regarding fire mitigation, utility construction, and zoning amendments.
- Contract amendment with California Engineering Company for Burns Valley/Arrowhead Project for $189,569.11
- Contract amendment with Park Planet for Austin Park Shade Structure Project for $19,333
- Ordinance No. 276-2024 regarding fire mitigation fees
- Development agreements for commercial cannabis operations at 14915 and 14935 Olympic Drive
- Resolution to form the Lake County Regional Housing Trust Fund
City Council Special Meeting
The council will consider Resolution 2024-60, which acknowledges completion of the Lakeshore/San Joaquin Road Improvement Project and authorizes the closeout of Community Development Contract 2017-DR-INF-17001-1. It will also consider Resolution 2024-61 to approve an application for funding under the 2024 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) NOFA. Additionally, the council will review bids for the towing, storing, dismantling, and disposal services for the Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program and is recommended to reject all bids. All items are open for public comment before final action.
- Adopt Resolution 2024-60 to close out Community Development Contract 2017-DR-INF-17001-1 after the Lakeshore/San Joaquin Road Improvement Project
- Adopt Resolution 2024-61 to approve funding under the 2024 CDBG NOFA
- Reject all bids for towing, storing, dismantling, and disposal services for the Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program
City Council Regular Meeting
The Clearlake City Council will consider a consent agenda of routine items and then discuss multiple ordinances, including a new tobacco retailer regulation (Ordinance No. 272‑2024). Additional business includes proposals on fire‑mitigation fees, fire‑hydrant inspection requirements, underground utility relocation standards, tribal consultation guidelines, and an amendment to the police chief employment agreement. The council will also adopt updated salary schedules and amend council norms and procedures.
- Adopt Ordinance No. 272‑2024 establishing Article 6‑10 to regulate tobacco retailers
- Introduce Ordinance No. 276‑2024 amending fire‑mitigation fees (first reading)
- Introduce Ordinance No. 275‑2024 adding fire‑hydrant inspection and testing requirements (first reading)
- Amend Employment Services Agreement with Timothy Hobbs as Police Chief
- Adopt Tribal Consultation Guidelines
City Council Regular Meeting
The council will adopt the second amendment to the FY 2024‑25 budget, adjusting appropriations and revenues. It will also receive the annual financial and single audit report for fiscal year 2022‑23. Additional items include a proposal to create a regional housing trust fund, the introduction of an ordinance regulating tobacco retailers, and approval of the Measure V project plan update. Public comments and updates on the Boyles Fire will also be addressed.
- Adopt Resolution 2024‑30: 2nd Amendment to FY 2024‑25 Budget (adjusting appropriations and revenues)
- Adopt Resolution 2024‑44: Annual Financial Report and Single Audit Report for FY 2022‑23
- Direction to staff on establishing a Regional Housing Trust Fund
- Introduce Ordinance No. 272‑2024 regulating tobacco retailers (first reading)
- Approve Measure V Project Plan Update
Measure V Oversight Board Regular Meeting
The Measure V Oversight Board will review and file the 2023 meeting minutes. It will consider and adopt Resolution No. OC 2024-01, which addresses prior year expenditures and an updated Measure V implementation plan. Public comment will be allowed on agenda items, limited to three minutes per speaker.
- Approval and filing of the 2023 minutes
- Adoption of Resolution No. OC 2024-01 for prior year expenditures and updated Measure V plan
- Public comment on agenda items (max 3 minutes per speaker)
- Roll call and pledge of allegiance
- Board and City Manager reports
City Council Special Meeting
The City Council will vote on a resolution to designate the City Manager as the City of Clearlake's agent for non‑state agencies, specifically CalOES, for open and future disasters for a three‑year term. The Council will also consider a resolution acknowledging the completion of the Oak Valley Villas project funded by a Community Development Block Grant. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as roll call, pledge of allegiance, and adjournment.
- Resolution to designate City Manager as agent for non‑state agencies (CalOES) for open/future disasters, 3‑year term
- Resolution to acknowledge completion of Oak Valley Villas CDBG project
- Roll call
- Pledge of allegiance
- Adjournment
Planning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to continue consideration of Zoning Ordinance Text Amendments ZOA 2024‑02 and 2024‑06, with a recommendation to adopt Resolution 2024‑03. The commission will also review the Native Tree Protection Ordinance and provide direction to staff. Additional agenda items include routine consent agenda items, public comments, and reports.
- Continuation of public hearing: Zoning Ordinance Text Amendments ZOA 2024‑02 & 2024‑06 – Recommended action: adopt Resolution 2024‑03
- Review and discussion of the Native Tree Protection Ordinance – Recommendation: provide direction to staff
- Consent agenda items – routine items to be approved by one motion
- Public comment – limited to three minutes per person
- City Manager and Commissioner reports
City Council Regular Meeting
The Clearlake City Council will consider several routine items on its October 3 meeting, including road closures for community events and a contract amendment. Council members will vote on a $109,852.50 amendment to the Square Signs LLC digital marquee signs contract. They will also adopt resolutions related to a hospital improvement district and the police department’s military equipment report.
- Approve Resolution 2024-40 for road closure on Oct 19, 2024 for the Robert Viramontes Memorial Soap Box Derby
- Approve Resolution 2024-41 for road closure on Oct 31, 2024 for the Trunk or Treat Event
- Amend contract with Square Signs LLC for the Digital Marquee Signs Project in the amount of $109,852.50
- Adopt Resolution 2024-42 granting consent to Lake County to establish the Lake County Hospital Improvement District
- Adopt Resolution 2024-43 renewing Ordinance 261-2022 and approve the Clearlake Police Department Military Equipment Report
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a continued public hearing regarding Zoning Ordinance Text Amendments ZOA 2024-02 and the corresponding environmental filing CE 2024-06. The commission is asked to consider adopting Resolution 2024-03.
- Public hearing on Zoning Ordinance Text Amendments ZOA 2024-02
- Review of environmental filing Categorical Exemption CE 2024-06
- Proposed adoption of Resolution 2024-03
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will discuss water service in the city and receive an update on the Boyles Fire. The body is also considering several contracts for city infrastructure and a local emergency declaration for winter storms.
- Award of contract for Gateway Monument Sign Project to Express Signs and Neon
- Agreement with PCD, Inc. for City Council Chambers Sound System Replacement (Resolution No. 2024-39)
- Continuation of local emergency declaration for winter storms
- Discussion regarding water service in the city
- Update on the Boyles Fire
City Council Special Meeting
The City Council is meeting to consider a road closure on Golf Avenue to support Local Assistance Center hours. The body is also reviewing the ratification of a local emergency declaration and a request for a state of emergency due to the Boyles Fire.
- Resolution No. 2024-37: Road closure of Golf Avenue during Local Assistance Center hours
- Resolution No. 2024-38: Ratification of Local Emergency Declaration and request for State of Emergency due to Boyles Fire
Planning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider Zoning Ordinance Text Amendments ZOA 2024-02 and a corresponding environmental filing. The body is asked to adopt Resolution 2024-03.
- Public hearing for Zoning Ordinance Text Amendments ZOA 2024-02
- Consideration of environmental filing Categorical Exemption CE 2024-06
- Recommended adoption of Resolution 2024-03
City Council Special Meeting
The Clearlake City Council will consider two agenda items at its special meeting. It will move to approve a contract with Express Sign and Neon for the Gateway Signage Project in the amount of $169,772.75, with authority to add up to 10% for unforeseen amendments. It will also consider Resolution 2024-36 to close a road on September 14, 2024 for the Robert Viramontes Memorial Soap Box Derby. All items are open for public comment before final action.
- Award contract to Express Sign and Neon for Gateway Signage Project – $169,772.75 (plus up to 10% amendment authority)
- Approve Resolution 2024-36 for road closure on Sep 14, 2024 for Robert Viramontes Memorial Soap Box Derby
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will discuss the setting of water rates and consider a response to the 2023-24 Grand Jury Report regarding the City of Clearlake Animal Shelter. The meeting also includes presentations on a proposed Business Improvement District and Senior Center Month.
- Discussion regarding setting water rates
- Response to 2023-24 Grand Jury Report on City of Clearlake Animal Shelter
- Presentation from Adventist Health Clear Lake on Business Improvement District development
- Continuation of Local Emergency declaration for winter storms
- Closed session regarding litigation with Highlands Mutual Water Company and Koi Nation of Northern California
City Council Regular Meeting
The Clearlake City Council will consider approving contracts for engineering services and amending the budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The meeting will also include a continuation of a local emergency declaration and a discussion on tribal consultation guidelines.
- Amendment of contract with California Engineering for $82,669.10
- Award of contract for Rumsey/Turner Road Rehabilitation Project at $134,075.21
- Adoption of Resolution 2024-35 amending the FY 2024-25 Budget
- Discussion on City Guidelines for Tribal Consultation
- Continuation of Local Emergency Declaration for Winter Storms
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the conversion of Pine Street to a one-way street. The body will also discuss water-related issues, potential recreational ballot measures, and city facility events.
- Public hearing on converting Pine Street to a one-way street
- Additional $250,000 for legal services contract with Downey Brand (total $750,000)
- Contract amendment for Lucy & Company public relations services up to $187,500
- Ordinance No. 270-2024 amending the City Manager position
- Resolution No. 2024-33 to adjust Police Lieutenant salary range from 64 to 71
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to review and comment on the scope of the Draft Environmental Impact Report for the 47.5‑acre Airport Redevelopment Project. Staff will receive public input and provide feedback on potential environmental effects. Routine items include adopting the agenda and filing the meeting minutes.
- Adopt the agenda (including any modifications)
- Review and file meeting minutes under the consent agenda
- Public hearing to review and comment on the DEIR scope for the 47.5‑acre Airport Redevelopment Project
City Council Regular Meeting
The Clearlake City Council will consider several agenda items, including amending a contract with Square Signs LLC for the Digital Marquee Signs Project in the amount of $48,583.75. Other actions include approving an amendment to OpenGov Inc. services, adopting a mitigation fee program for the Lake County Fire Protection District, approving a memorandum of understanding with Konocti Unified School District for a school resource officer, and holding the first reading of Ordinance No. 270-2024. Routine items such as warrants, minutes, and continuation of a local emergency proclamation will be received and filed. All items are listed on the consent agenda unless moved for separate discussion.
- Amend contract with Square Signs LLC for Digital Marquee Signs Project – $48,583.75
- Amend agreement with OpenGov Inc. to expand services to include OpenGov/Cartegraph Suite
- Adopt Resolution 2024-14 establishing a mitigation fee program for Lake County Fire Protection District
- Approve MOU with Konocti Unified School District for a School Resource Officer
- Hold first reading of Ordinance No. 270-2024 amending Section 2-3.7 of the Municipal Code