Clearlake public meetings in 2025

City Council Regular Meeting

The Clearlake City Council will hold a public hearing on the first reading of an ordinance adopting the 2025 California Building Standards Code. The council will also hold a second reading of an ordinance updating fire hydrant inspection and maintenance rules, and appoint the 2026 Mayor and Vice Mayor. Consent items include routine minutes and warrants.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 284-2026 adopting the 2025 California Building Standards Code (CBSC) update
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 284-2025 amending fire hydrant inspection, testing and maintenance requirements
• Appointment of the 2026 Mayor and Vice Mayor
• Closed session to discuss a liability claim by claimant Rick Edward Evans against the City
• Presentation of Certificates of Appreciation to Winter Fest Sponsors and Participants

The City Council approved the appointment of new leadership for 2026. Additionally, the Council adopted an ordinance regarding fire hydrant maintenance and denied a liability claim during closed session.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 284-2025 regarding Fire Hydrant Inspection, Testing and Maintenance (5-0)
• Set Ordinance No. 284-2026 for second reading at the next meeting (5-0)
• Appointed Vice Mayor Slooten as Mayor (5-0)
• Appointed Councilmember Downey as Vice Mayor (5-0)
• Denied liability claim of Rick Edward Evans in closed session (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing to confirm assessments totaling $386,512.53 for 27 unpaid CalRecycle grant-funded abatements and a separate $2,250 assessment for an unpaid city-funded abatement at 3050 10th Street. The council will also conduct the first reading of an ordinance amending fire hydrant inspection and maintenance requirements, and discuss updates to the city's strategic plan.

• Confirm $386,512.53 in assessments for 27 unpaid CalRecycle grant-funded abatements
• Confirm $2,250.00 assessment for unpaid city-funded abatement at 3050 10th Street
• First reading of Ordinance No. 284-2025 amending fire hydrant inspection, testing, and maintenance code
• Discussion and possible adoption of 2025 Strategic Plan Goals, Priorities and Action Plan
• Proclamation declaring December 18, 2025 as National Persons Experiencing Homelessness Memorial Day

The Clearlake City Council approved assessments for unpaid abatements totaling $388,762.53, held first reading of an ordinance updating fire hydrant inspection requirements, and adopted the 2025 Strategic Plan. All votes were unanimous (5-0). No action was taken in closed session.

• Adopted consent agenda including warrants (5-0)
• Confirmed $386,512.53 in assessments for 27 unpaid CalRecycle grant-funded abatements (5-0)
• Confirmed $2,250.00 assessment for a city-funded abatement at 3050 10th Street (5-0)
• Held first reading and set second reading for Ordinance No. 284-2025 amending fire hydrant inspection code (5-0)
• Adopted the 2025 Strategic Plan Goals, Priorities and Action Plan (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The council will vote on awarding a $3,198,680.33 contract to Lamon Construction for the Burns Valley/Arrowhead/Olympic Drive project. They will also discuss a fire hydrant inspection ordinance and consider rescinding delegation of authority to the Lake County Sanitation District board. A public hearing is scheduled on extending temporary road closures to reduce illegal dumping, and a resolution for a winter festival street closure is on the consent agenda.

• Award of $3,198,680.33 contract to Lamon Construction for Burns Valley/Arrowhead/Olympic Drive project
• Discussion of fire hydrant inspection, testing, and maintenance ordinance
• Consideration of rescinding delegation to Lake County Board of Supervisors for Sanitation District governing board
• Public hearing on extending temporary road closure resolution (2025-40) to reduce illegal dumping
• Adoption of resolution for temporary street closure on Dec 6 for Winter Festival Celebration

The council unanimously awarded a $3,198,680.33 contract to Lamon Construction for the Burns Valley/Arrowhead/Olympic Drive Project and authorized up to 10% in unforeseen amendments. They adopted Resolution 2025-42 rescinding the city's delegation of authority to the Lake County Board of Supervisors for the Lake County Sanitation District. Resolution 2025-40 was approved to extend temporary road closures to reduce illegal dumping. The council also adopted the consent agenda including resolutions for senior center rehabilitation and a winter festival street closure, and approved the 2026 annual calendar of meetings. No action was taken on the fire hydrant inspection ordinance discussion.

• Awarded $3,198,680.33 contract to Lamon Construction for Burns Valley/Arrowhead/Olympic Drive Project, with up to 10% for amendments (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-42 rescinding delegation of authority to Lake County Board of Supervisors for Lake County Sanitation District (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-40 extending temporary road closures to reduce illegal dumping (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-38 amending CDBG Program Income Award for Senior Center Rehabilitation (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-43 approving temporary street closure for Winter Festival on Dec 6, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved 2026 Annual Calendar of Meetings (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Clearlake City Council will consider cancelling a construction contract for the 18th Ave. Improvement Project and awarding a contract for the Burns Valley/Arrowhead/Olympic Drive Project. The meeting also includes a public hearing on naming two new streets and a closed session regarding litigation.

• Cancellation of $4,632,295 construction contract with Argonaut Constructors
• Authorization of $3,198,680.33 contract with Lamon Construction for Burns Valley/Arrowhead/Olympic Drive Project
• Public hearing to adopt Resolution 2025-39 for naming two new public streets
• Discussion of Draft Climate Adaptation Plan
• Closed session to discuss litigation with Andrew and Bailey Hulett

The City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included canceling a $4,632,295 construction contract with Argonaut Constructors for the 18th Ave Improvement Project, amending a contract for the Dam Road Roundabout design, and terminating both the Winter Storm and Boyles Fire emergency declarations. The Council also adopted Resolution 2025-39 naming two new public streets after a public hearing. The Burns Valley/Arrowhead/Olympic Drive project was tabled due to pending state funding, and the Climate Adaptation Plan was discussed with no action taken.

• Approved consent agenda items (4-0) including cancellation of $4,632,295 contract with Argonaut Constructors for 18th Ave Improvement Project
• Amended contract with BKF Engineers for Dam Road Roundabout design by $32,250 (4-0)
• Terminated Winter Storm Emergency (4-0)
• Terminated Boyles Fire Emergency Declaration (4-0)
• Accepted proposals for building maintenance HVAC, plumbing, and pest control (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-39 naming two new public streets (4-0)
• Denied liability claim of Leon Ballew against the City (4-0)
• Tabled award of contract for Burns Valley/Arrowhead/Olympic Drive project to next meeting

Planning Commission Meeting

The Clearlake Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Conditional Use Permit CUP 2025-01 to allow expansion of a previously approved use (The Learning House) and conversion of a 1,945 sq ft manufactured home into commercial use at 14840 Burns Valley Road. The commission is also scheduled to adopt Resolution PC 2025-06. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as roll call, public comment, and reports.

• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit CUP 2025-01 to expand previously approved use (The Learning House) and convert a manufactured home to commercial use at 14840 Burns Valley Road (APN 039-353-08).
• Recommended action to adopt Resolution PC 2025-06.

The Planning Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit to expand an existing use and convert a 1,945 square foot manufactured home into a commercial space. The decision involves the property located at 14840 Burns Valley Road.

• Approved CUP 2025-01 for commercial conversion at 14840 Burns Valley Road (unanimous)

Measure V Oversight Board Special Meeting

The Measure V Oversight Board will consider adopting a resolution declaring compliance with Ordinance No. 189-2016, and review the FY 2024/2025 revenue and expenditure report. The board will also receive 2024 meeting minutes, review the resolution affirming committee duties, and discuss updated Measure V projects.

• Adoption of Resolution No. OC 2025-01 declaring compliance with Section 3-7.14 of Ordinance No. 189-2016
• Review of FY 2024/2025 Measure V Revenue and Expenditure Report
• Receipt of 2024 Meeting Minutes
• Review of Resolution No. 2021-18 affirming duties of Measure V Citizen Oversight Committee Members
• Updated Measure V Projects Review

City Council Regular Meeting

The Clearlake City Council will consider joining Sonoma Clean Power as a Community Choice Aggregator, rescinding prior actions related to the 18th Avenue Road and hotel development project, and adopting changes to the Fiscal Year 2025-26 fee schedule. The council will also continue local emergency declarations for winter storms and the Boyles Fire, and approve a road closure for the Trunk or Treat event. Public comment is accepted in person, via Zoom (no verbal comment), or by email before 4 p.m. on the meeting day.

• Joining Sonoma Clean Power: adoption of Resolution 2025-34
• Rescinding actions on 18th Avenue Road and Hotel Development Project: adoption of Resolution 2025-35
• Changes to Fiscal Year 2025-26 Fee Schedule: public hearing and adoption of Resolution 2025-36
• Continuation of local emergency declarations for winter storms and the Boyles Fire
• Road closure for October 31 Trunk or Treat event at Clearlake Youth Center and Redbud Park: Resolution 2025-37

The City Council voted to join Sonoma Clean Power and approved a road closure for a Halloween event. They also adopted a fee schedule change and rescinded actions on a road and hotel project.

• Adopted Resolution 2025-34 to join Sonoma Clean Power (3-2)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-37 approving road closure for Trunk or Treat on Oct 31
• Adopted Resolution 2025-36 changing the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Fee Schedule
• Adopted Resolution 2025-35 rescinding actions on the 18th Avenue Road and Hotel Development Project
• Continued declarations of local emergency for winter storms and the Boyles Fire
• Received and filed warrants and meeting minutes

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will hold the first reading of an ordinance to implement a Community Choice Aggregation program by participating with the Sonoma Clean Power Authority. If approved, a second reading and adoption will be scheduled for the next regular meeting.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 283-2025 authorizing participation in the Sonoma Clean Power Authority's Community Choice Aggregation program

The Clearlake City Council held a special meeting to introduce the first reading of an ordinance authorizing a Community Choice Aggregation program through the Sonoma Clean Power Authority. No action was taken on the item. The meeting adjourned at 7:58 p.m.

• Introduced Ordinance No. 283-2025 (CCA program) but no vote or action taken

City Council Special Meeting

This special City Council meeting is a joint workshop with Lake County and Lakeport featuring a presentation and discussion by Sonoma Clean Power. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists solely of this informational item.

• Presentation and discussion by Sonoma Clean Power

The Clearlake City Council held a special meeting on September 30, 2025, which included a presentation and discussion by Sonoma Clean Power. No official actions were taken by the Council during the session.

City Council Workshop/Regular Meeting

The City Council holds a strategic planning workshop at 5 PM, followed by a regular meeting at 6 PM. Action items include a second reading of Ordinance 279-2025 on residential rental registration and inspection, awarding a $393,007.50 contract for the Moss/40th Ave Intersection Rehabilitation Project, a public hearing on renewing the police military equipment policy, and authorizing an RFP for animal care and control services. The consent agenda includes routine items like warrants and minutes, and a closed session is scheduled for potential litigation.

• Second reading of Ordinance 279-2025 amending residential rental registration and inspection code
• Award of $393,007.50 contract to All-American Construction, Inc. for Moss/40th Ave Intersection Rehabilitation Project
• Public hearing on Resolution 2025-32 renewing police military equipment policy and annual report
• Discussion and consideration of RFP for animal care and control services
• Discussion of changes to job classifications in Finance and Community Development Departments

The City Council adopted an amendment to the residential rental registration and inspection code (Ordinance 279-2025) and awarded a $393,007.50 contract to All-American Construction for the Moss/40th Ave Intersection Rehabilitation Project. The Council also renewed the Police Department's military equipment policy and approved an RFP for animal care and control services. All votes were unanimous except for an agenda item removal. A future agenda item was directed to appoint a representative to the Continuum of Care.

• Removed Item #3 (Commendation) from the agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted second reading of Ordinance 279-2025, rental registration and inspection amendment (unanimous)
• Approved warrants, Lake County Vector Control Board minutes, and meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Awarded $393,007.50 contract to All-American Construction for Moss/40th Ave Intersection Rehabilitation (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-32 renewing military equipment policy and annual report (unanimous)
• Approved RFP for animal care and control services, directing staff to proceed (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-33 changing job classifications for Finance and Community Development (unanimous)
• Consensus to add Continuum of Care appointee to a future agenda

City Council Regular Meeting

The Clearlake City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance No. 279-2025, which would amend the municipal code regarding residential rental registration and inspection. The council will also consider adopting the Lake County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan, awarding a contract for the Arrowhead Rd/Huntington Ave Drainage Project, and approving a contract with OpenGov for software services. Consent items include second reading of a fire mitigation impact fee ordinance and continuation of emergency declarations for winter storms and the Boyles Fire. The meeting includes a closed session for anticipated litigation and liability claims.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 279-2025 (residential rental registration and inspection)
• Consideration of Resolution 2025-31 adopting the Lake County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Award of contract for Arrowhead Rd/Huntington Ave Drainage Project
• Approve contract with OpenGov for software services
• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 282-2025 on fire mitigation impact fees

The Clearlake City Council unanimously approved a contract for the Arrowhead Rd/Huntington Ave Drainage Project and adopted the Lake County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan into the city’s General Plan, which establishes long-term safety protocols for flood and fire risks. The council also continued local emergency declarations for winter storms and the Boyles Fire, advanced Ordinance No. 279-2025 on residential rental registration to a second reading, and denied liability claims from three individuals. These decisions update infrastructure improvements, regional disaster planning, housing oversight procedures, and municipal legal liabilities.

• Awarded contract for Arrowhead Rd/Huntington Ave Drainage Project to Precision Excavating and Grading (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-31 to incorporate Lake County Hazard Mitigation Plan into City General Plan (5-0)
• Advanced Ordinance No. 279-2025 on residential rental registration and inspection to second reading (5-0)
• Continued local emergency declarations for winter storms and the Boyles Fire (5-0)
• Approved contract with OpenGov for software services (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 282-2025 amending fire mitigation impact fee collection procedures (5-0)
• Denied liability claims from Wendy Torres, John Hayes, and Spencer Sires (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold the first reading of an ordinance amending the municipal code on fire mitigation impact fee collection. The council will also consider awarding a $49,285 painting contract for the Senior Center after the prior contractor withdrew. Discussion on next steps for animal care and control services is also on the agenda. The council will enter closed session for property negotiations and legal matters.

• Ordinance No. 282-2025: first reading to amend Section 3-5.6 on fire mitigation impact fee collection
• Award $49,285 contract to Underdog Painting for Senior Center Painting Project, with up to 10% for amendments
• Discussion on future of animal care and control services in the city
• Closed session: negotiate price and terms for properties at 14180 and 14190 Division Avenue
• Closed session: existing litigation Mosqueda v. City of Clearlake WCAB No. ADJ9170309

The City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 282-2025, amending the fire mitigation impact fee collection code, and set a second reading for the next meeting. The Council rescinded the prior contract award to Poso Brothers Painting and authorized a new $49,285 contract with Underdog Painting for the Senior Center Painting Project, with up to 10% for unforeseen amendments. Council designated Mayor Cremer as voting delegate for the League of California Cities conference with Downey and Hooten as alternates, and directed staff to develop an RFP for Animal Services with an ad hoc committee. From closed session, the Council voted 5-0 to deny liability claims from Anna Middling and Jeremy Nelson.

• Rescinded prior award to Poso Brothers Painting and awarded $49,285 contract to Underdog Painting for Senior Center Project (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 282-2025 amending fire mitigation fee collection (5-0)
• Designated Mayor Cremer as voting delegate, Councilmember Downey and Hooten as alternates for League of California Cities conference
• Directed staff to develop RFP for Animal Services with ad hoc committee of Mayor Cremer and Councilmember Downey
• Denied liability claims of Anna Middling and Jeremy Nelson (5-0)
• Consent agenda items adopted: minutes and warrants received and filed (5-0)
• Set second reading of fire fee ordinance for next council meeting
• No votes opposed on any action recorded

City Council Regular Meeting

The Clearlake City Council will discuss collecting fire mitigation impact fees for the Lake County Fire Protection District and a new animal care and control contract with North Bay Animal Services. The council will also vote on rejecting bids for the Austin Park Skatepark Project, approve a 5-year extension of the PEG TV agreement, and continue two local emergency declarations for the Boyles Fire and winter storms.

• Discussion on collecting fire mitigation impact fees on behalf of Lake County Fire Protection District
• Discussion on animal care and control contract with North Bay Animal Services
• Rejection of bids for the Austin Park Skatepark Project
• Approval of Amendment #3 to PEG TV agreement for a 5-year extension
• Continuation of local emergency declarations for Boyles Fire and winter storms

The City Council voted to terminate the animal care and control contract with North Bay Animal Services using a no-cause 180-day notice. The Council also rejected all bids for the Austin Park Skatepark Project and extended the PEG TV Agreement. Additionally, the Council directed staff to have the Lake County Fire Protection District collect fire mitigation impact fees.

• Terminated contract with North Bay Animal Services via 180-day no-cause notice (3-1, 1 abstaining)
• Rejected all bids for the Austin Park Skatepark Project (5-0)
• Approved Amendment #3 to PEG TV Agreement for 5-year extension (5-0)
• Continued local emergency declarations for Boyles Fire and Winter Storms (5-0)
• Directed staff to have Lake County Fire Protection District collect fire mitigation fees with a 2% fee (Consensus)
• Adopted the agenda (5-0)

City Council Special Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Clearlake City Council convened as a strategic planning workshop. No specific decisions, ordinances, or contracts are on the agenda; the session is devoted to discussion and planning. Public comments are permitted on the item.

• Strategic Planning Workshop — no further details provided

The City Council held a special meeting for a strategic planning workshop. No action was taken by the Council on this item.

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss a feasibility report from Sonoma Clean Power to potentially provide service in Clearlake, a major utility policy item. They will also hold a public hearing on converting a portion of Acacia Street to one-way, and consider salary adjustments for management employees. Consent items include a grant application for the Austin Skatepark rehabilitation and an amendment to the PEG TV agreement.

• Presentation and discussion of Sonoma Clean Power feasibility report for service in Clearlake
• Public hearing on Resolution 2025-30 converting a portion of Acacia Street to one-way
• Consideration of Resolution 2025-29 for Austin Skatepark Rehabilitation Project grant application (Land and Water Conservation Fund)
• Approve Amendment #3 to PEG TV Agreement for a 5-year extension
• Approve agreement with Government Finance Services for finance management for 2025-2026 fiscal year

The City Council approved a resolution to convert part of Acacia Street to one-way traffic. The council also authorized salary adjustments for management employees and directed staff to discuss joining the Sonoma Clean Power Joint Powers Authority.

• Adopted Resolution 2025-30 to convert a portion of Acacia Street as one-way (5-0)
• Authorized salary adjustment for management employees (5-0)
• Directed staff to bring forward discussion on joining Sonoma Clean Power Joint Powers Authority agreement
• Approved application for Land and Water Conservation Fund for Austin Skatepark Rehabilitation Project (5-0)
• Continued local emergency declarations for winter storms and Boyles Fire (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Government Finance Services for 2025-2026 finance management (5-0)
• Removed PEG TV Agreement amendment from agenda for separate consideration (5-0)

AMENDED City Council Budget Workshop and Regular Meeting

The City Council holds a budget workshop at 5 PM followed by a regular meeting. Key actions include adopting the Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget, appropriations limit, and fee schedule via public hearings. Consent items include contracts for a streetlight deficiency analysis ($35,000) and Senior Center painting ($42,800), plus continuations of emergency declarations. Business items include authorization for demolition of 14 properties and adoption of a one-year MOU with the Clearlake Municipal Employees Association.

• Adoption of FY 2025-26 budget and appropriations limit (Gann Limit)
• Adoption of fee schedule for FY 2025-26
• Contract with Tanko Lighting for streetlight deficiency analysis ($35,000)
• Contract with Poso Brothers Painting for Senior Center painting ($42,800)
• Authorization for demolition of structures at 14 properties, including 15893 33rd Ave and others

The City Council adopted the Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget, appropriations limit, and fee schedule. The body also approved contracts for streetlight analysis, senior center painting, and property demolition, and continued declarations for local emergencies.

• Adopted FY 2025-26 budget (5-0)
• Adopted appropriations limit (5-0)
• Adopted FY 2025-26 fee schedule (5-0)
• Awarded $35,000 streetlight contract to Tanko Lighting (5-0)
• Awarded $42,800 Senior Center painting contract to Poso Brothers (5-0)
• Authorized demolition contracts for 13 properties (5-0)
• Continued local emergency declarations for winter storms and Boyles Fire (5-0)
• Adopted MOU with Clearlake Municipal Employees Association (5-0)

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two conditional use permits: one for a tattoo parlor at 15140 Lakeshore Drive (CUP 2025-02, CE 2025-03) and one for tobacco sales at 14270 Lakeshore Drive (CUP 2025-03, CE 2025-04). Both items have recommended resolutions for adoption.

• Conditional Use Permit for a tattoo parlor at 15140 Lakeshore Drive (APN 040-330-37)
• Conditional Use Permit for tobacco sales at 14270 Lakeshore Drive (APN 040-091-14)
• Presentation of Planning Commission Norms and Procedures

The Clearlake Planning Commission approved two Conditional Use Permits at its June 10 regular meeting: a tattoo parlor at 15140 Lakeshore Drive (5-0) and tobacco sales at 14270 Lakeshore Drive (4-1). No other substantive decisions were made; a presentation on norms and procedures had no commission action.

• Approved CUP 2025-02 for a tattoo parlor at 15140 Lakeshore Drive (5-0)
• Approved CUP 2025-03 for tobacco sales at 14270 Lakeshore Drive (4-1)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Clearlake City Council will hold a regular meeting including consent items, business items, public hearings, and closed session. Key actions include the second reading and adoption of an ordinance designating fire hazard severity zones, consideration of a MOU for two School Resource Officers, and first reading of an ordinance amending the residential rental registration and inspection program. A public hearing will be held on amending fees for the Residential Registration Program. The Council will also consider a resolution endorsing the Lakeshore Drive Safety Enhancement Project and applying for a Safe Streets grant.

• Adoption of Ordinance 281-2025 designating fire hazard severity zones in the local responsibility area (final action).
• Consideration of a Memorandum of Understanding with Konocti Unified School District for two School Resource Officers.
• First reading of Ordinance 279-2025 amending the residential rental registration and inspection program.
• Amendment of contract with Express Sign & Neon for the Gateway Signs project in the amount of $13,272.75.
• Public hearing on Resolution 2025-11 to amend fees for the Residential Registration Program.

The City Council approved a Memorandum of Understanding with Konocti Unified School District for two School Resource Officers. They also adopted Resolution 2025-23 endorsing the Lakeshore Drive Safety Enhancement Project and committing to Vision Zero principles. The consent agenda, including adoption of Resolution 2025-21 for SB1 project list, acceptance of property, and second reading of Fire Hazard Severity Zone ordinance, was approved unanimously (4-0). A proposed amendment to the rental registration ordinance was continued to a future meeting for additional work with a task force.

• Approved MOU with KUSD for two School Resource Officers (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-23 for Vision Zero and Lakeshore Drive Safety Project (4-0)
• Approved letter to state officials on Fire Hazard Severity Zone maps (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 281-2025 designating Fire Hazard Severity Zones (second reading) (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including SB1 project list, property acceptance, contract amendments, and leave of absence (4-0)
• Continued rental registration ordinance discussion to future meeting, directing further work with Realtor Task Force
• Deleted item 16 (fee amendment) from agenda, no action taken
• No reportable action from closed session

City Council Special Meeting

The Clearlake City Council is holding a special meeting with a single item: a closed session to evaluate the City Manager's performance under Government Code Section 54957. No other business is on the agenda. The meeting will proceed with roll call and pledge, closed session, and then announcement of any action taken.

• Closed session: public employee performance evaluation for City Manager (Gov. Code §54957)

The City Council met for a special session but took no substantive action. The only item discussed was a closed session regarding a public employee performance evaluation, which resulted in no action.

• No action taken in closed session (City Manager evaluation)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a first reading of Ordinance 281-2025 to designate Fire Hazard Severity Zones in local responsibility areas as required by state law. Public hearings are scheduled to close out CDBG funds for Senior Community Center upgrades and adopt fees for charitable bingo games. The council will also discuss letters opposing SB 226 on community college territory transfers and receive a presentation on Safe Routes to Schools plans for two elementary schools. Consent items include continuing local emergency declarations for winter storms and the Boyles Fire.

• First reading of Ordinance 281-2025 designating Fire Hazard Severity Zones
• Public hearing to close out CDBG Covid 2/3 funds for Senior Community Center Upgrades (Resolution 2025-19)
• Public hearing to adopt fees for charitable bingo games (Resolution 2025-20)
• Discussion on letters opposing SB 226 (community college territory transfers)
• Adoption of Resolution 2025-18 increasing HOME grant request to $10,200,000

The Council held the first reading of Ordinance 281-2025, adopting the state-issued fire hazard severity zone map for local responsibility areas, and set a second reading for the next meeting. Consent agenda items were approved, including continuation of emergency declarations for winter storms and the Boyles Fire, an update to a HOME grant resolution, and a calendar change. Public hearings authorized the closeout of CDBG-CV2/3 funds for senior center upgrades and adoption of fees for charitable bingo games. The Council also approved letters opposing SB 226 on community college territory transfers, with one abstention.

• Adopted fire hazard severity zone map (Ordinance 281-2025 first reading) (5-0)
• Authorized closeout of CDBG-CV2/3 funds for Senior Community Center upgrades (5-0)
• Adopted resolution establishing bingo game fees per Ordinance 280-2025 (5-0)
• Approved letters of opposition to SB 226 (Cabaldon) on community college territory transfers (4-0-1)
• Continued local emergency declarations for winter storms and Boyles Fire (5-0)
• Adopted resolution updating HOME application not-to-exceed amount to $10,200,000 (5-0)
• Approved updated City Council meeting calendar to include June 19 regular meeting (5-0)
• Received presentation on Safe Routes to Schools plans; no action taken

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings on appeals of orders to abate for 14 properties located across Clearlake, with a recommendation to deny the appeals. The meeting also includes presentations of proclamations for Police Week, Public Service Recognition Week, and Military Appreciation Week, along with routine consent agenda items (minutes, warrants) and a closed session to evaluate the city manager.

• Public hearing on appeals of Orders to Abate for 14 properties including 15893 33rd Ave, 16721 Cache Creek Ln, 4800 Old Highway 53, 4782 Yarrington Ct, 4030 Hayward Ave, 14042 Woodland Dr, 3228 3rd St, 3297 3rd St, 3152 9th St, 3426 12th St, 3307 13th St, 3188 14th St, 3059 Eastlake Dr, 3223 Eastlake Dr
• Public hearing on appeal of Order to Abate for property at 6725 Old Highway 53
• Presentation of proclamation declaring May 11-17, 2025 as Police Week
• Presentation of proclamation declaring May 4-10, 2025 as Public Service Recognition Week
• Closed session: public employee performance evaluation for City Manager

The City Council denied appeals of Orders to Abate for 12 properties, including 15893 33rd Avenue and 4800 Old Highway 53. In a separate hearing, the Council granted an appeal for a property at 6725 Old Highway 53 after Mayor Cremer recused himself due to a business relationship with the owner.

• Adopted Resolution denying appeals for 12 properties (5-0)
• Granted appeal for property at 6725 Old Highway 53 (4-0, Mayor absent)
• Adopted agenda unanimously
• Received and filed meeting minutes
• Received and filed warrants

Traffic Committee Meeting

The Clearlake Traffic Committee will discuss traffic safety problem areas, the use of speed bumps/tables in commercial and residential zones, and regulatory signs per the MUTCD. The meeting also includes updates on current and future traffic safety improvement projects. No votes or binding decisions are scheduled; all items are for discussion only.

• Discussion of traffic safety problem areas
• Discussion of the use of speed bumps/tables in commercial and residential areas
• Discussion of regulatory signs per the MUTCD
• Current/future project updates with traffic safety improvements

The Clearlake Traffic Committee met on April 30, 2025, and discussed traffic safety problem areas, speed bumps, regulatory signs, and project updates, but took no votes or formal action on any agenda item. The meeting was procedural only.

• No action taken on any agenda item; all items were discussion-only.

Planning Commission Special Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a Conditional Use Permit (CUP 2024-04) allowing live music events at Self Made Billiards & Taqueria, located at 14642 Lakeshore Drive, Unit A. The agenda also includes swearing in new commissioners and a presentation on meeting norms.

• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit CUP 2024-04 for live music at Self Made Billiards & Taqueria, 14642 Lakeshore Drive, Unit A
• Categorical Exemption CE 2024-08 considered alongside the permit
• Swearing in of new Planning Commissioners

The Planning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit CUP 2024-04 and Categorical Exemption CE 2024-08, allowing live music events at Self Made Billiards & Taqueria (14642 Lakeshore Drive). The vote was unanimous (5-0). The commission also removed an agenda item on meeting norms and procedures for later presentation and swore in two new commissioners.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit CUP 2024-04 for live music at Self Made Billiards & Taqueria (5-0)
• Approved Categorical Exemption CE 2024-08 (5-0)
• Removed Item 3 (Meeting Norms and Procedures) from agenda (3 yeas, no opposition recorded)
• Swore in Commissioner Derek Counts
• Swore in Commissioner Ray Silva

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a second reading and consider adoption of an ordinance authorizing bingo games for charitable purposes. Consent agenda items include approving an amendment to the contract for an Environmental Impact Report for the Airport Redevelopment Property and continuing declarations of emergency for winter storms and the Boyles Fire. The council will also go into closed session to discuss several litigation cases and a real property negotiation.

• Second reading of Ordinance No. 280-2025 authorizing bingo games for charitable purposes
• Approval of Amendment #1 with Price Consulting Services for completion of an Environmental Impact Report for the Airport Redevelopment Property
• Road closure resolution for Egg Hunt events at the Youth Center on April 18-19, 2025
• Continuation of emergency declarations for Winter Storms and Boyles Fire
• Closed session on multiple litigation cases and negotiation for property at 14775 Burns Valley Road

The City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included adoption of Ordinance No. 280-2025 authorizing bingo games for charitable purposes, approval of Resolution 2025-15 for a road closure on April 18-19, 2025 for Easter egg hunt events, and approval of Amendment #1 with Price Consulting Services to complete the Environmental Impact Report for the airport redevelopment property. Closed session resulted in no action.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 280-2025 authorizing bingo games for charitable purposes (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-15 for road closure on April 18-19, 2025 for egg hunt events (5-0)
• Approved Amendment #1 with Price Consulting Services for EIR for airport redevelopment property (5-0)
• Continued local emergency declarations for winter storms and Boyles Fire (5-0)
• Received and filed minutes of March 12, 2025 Lake County Vector Control District Board meeting (5-0)
• Received and filed warrants (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Clearlake City Council will hold a first reading of Ordinance No. 280-2025 to authorize bingo games for charitable purposes, with a second reading and adoption set for the next meeting. The council will also vote on continuing local emergency declarations for the Boyles Fire and winter storms, and authorize fee structure changes for special event applications. A public hearing is scheduled on the CDBG Storm Drain Master Plan closeout and financial reconciliation.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 280-2025 authorizing bingo games for charitable purposes
• Continuation of local emergency declaration for the Boyles Fire
• Continuation of local emergency declaration for winter storms
• Authorization of fee structure changes for special events applications based on hourly rate
• Public hearing on CDBG Storm Drain Master Plan closeout (17-MIT-PPS-21005)

The City Council approved the closeout of the CDBG Storm Drain Master Plan and held the first reading of an ordinance regarding charitable bingo games. The Council also extended local emergency declarations for winter storms and the Boyles Fire. A liability claim from Anthony Oldfield was denied.

• Adopted Resolution 2025-14 to close out CDBG Storm Drain Master Plan (4-0)
• Held first reading of Ordinance No. 280-2025 authorizing bingo for charitable purposes (4-0)
• Denied liability claim from Anthony Oldfield (4-0)
• Continued local emergency declarations for Boyles Fire and Winter Storms (4-0)
• Authorized City Manager to implement hourly-rate special event fees and deposits (4-0)
• Accepted 2024 Annual Housing Element Progress Report (4-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 279-2025 to amend the residential rental registration and inspection program, and consider related fee amendments via Resolution 2025-11. A pilot project with Konocti County Water District for fire hydrant inspection testing is also up for discussion. The council will vote to continue local emergency declarations for winter storms and the Boyles Fire. Consent items include minutes and warrants.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 279-2025 amending Section 9-4 of the Clearlake Municipal Code regarding Residential Rental Registration and Inspection
• Discussion and consideration of fee amendments for the Rental Housing Unit Inspection and Registration Program (Resolution 2025-11)
• Pilot project with Konocti County Water District regarding implementation of the Fire Hydrant Inspection & Testing Ordinance (Ord. 275-2024)
• Continuation of local emergency declarations for winter storms and the Boyles Fire
• Closed session on existing litigation: Koi Nation of Northern California v. City of Clearlake et al., and City of Clearlake v. Highlands Mutual Water Company

The City Council approved the consent agenda, including the continuation of emergency declarations for winter storms and the Boyles Fire. Council took no action on a proposed residential rental registration ordinance and tabled a resolution regarding rental inspection fees. Staff were directed to proceed with a fire hydrant inspection pilot project with Konocti County Water District.

• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Continued local emergency declaration for winter storms (5-0)
• Continued local emergency declaration for Boyles Fire (5-0)
• Took no action on Ordinance No. 279-2025 regarding residential rental registration
• Tabled Resolution No. 2025-11 regarding rental housing unit inspection and registration fees
• Directed staff to continue pilot project with Konocti County Water District for fire hydrant inspection
• Reached consensus to review cannabis ordinance fee structure

*AMENDED AGENDA* City Council Midyear Budget Workshop and Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a midyear budget workshop at 5 PM, followed by a regular meeting at 6 PM. Key actions include voting on the third amendment to the FY 2024-25 budget, accepting donated properties at two locations, and approving an audit contract for $34,750. Public hearings are set for CDBG grant closeouts, and the council will discuss street lighting and consider Community Project Funding requests.

• Approve audit contract with Van Lant & Frankhanel, LLP for $34,750
• Adopt 3rd amendment to FY 2024-25 budget (Resolution 2025-08) for mid-year adjustments
• Accept property donations at 16393 3rd Avenue and 16182 10th Avenue
• Hold public hearing on CDBG contract closeout for Code Enforcement grant
• Consider FY 2026 Community Project Funding request to Congressman Thompson

The City Council approved several administrative contracts, property donations, and budget adjustments. The Council also appointed new members to the Planning Commission and Measure V Oversight Committee. Staff were directed to research raising certain city taxes and purchasing city-jurisdiction street lights.

• Directed staff to research raising certain city taxes
• Approved $34,750 audit contract with Van Lant & Frankhanel, LLP (5-0)
• Approved 3rd Amendment to FY 2024-25 Budget Resolution 2024-30 (5-0)
• Continued local emergency declaration for the Boyles Fire (5-0)
• Accepted property donations at 16393 3rd Avenue and 16182 10th Avenue (5-0)
• Adopted Fair Housing Policy Resolution No. 2025-12 (5-0)
• Approved closeout of CDBG Code Enforcement program and Senior Center funding (5-0)
• Appointed Derek Couch and Ray Silva to Planning Commission; reappointed Chair Fawn Williams (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Council will hold a public hearing on a resolution of necessity to acquire property at 12105 San Joaquin Avenue via eminent domain. The agenda also includes amending contracts with California Engineering for $70,776.60 for airport EIR support and $60,574.47 for a stormwater master plan project, and receiving an update on fire hazard mapping from the State Fire Marshal.

• Public hearing on Resolution 2025-07 to authorize eminent domain for 12105 San Joaquin Avenue (APN 037-171-100)
• Amendment of on-call contract with California Engineering for $70,776.60 for Airport Environmental Impact Report
• Amendment of on-call contract with California Engineering for $60,574.47 for CDBG Stormwater Master Plan Project
• Receive update on fire hazard mapping from the Office of the State Fire Marshal
• Presentation of Police Department Annual Report and swearing-in of new officers

The City Council approved two contract amendments with California Engineering Company for airport and stormwater projects. The Council also adopted Resolution 2025-07 regarding property acquisition via eminent domain at 12105 San Joaquin Avenue.

• Approved amendment of contract with California Engineering Company for Airport EIR ($70,776.60)
• Approved amendment of contract with California Engineering Company for CDBG Stormwater Master Plan ($60,574.47) (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-07 regarding property acquisition at 12105 San Joaquin Avenue (4-1)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Clearlake City Council will consider awarding contracts for street striping ($437,625) and demolition of 15 properties ($229,400), continue a local emergency for the Boyles Fire, and discuss City Council norms and procedures. Consent items include CDBG-DR grant agreement and closeout of senior center kitchen remodel. A proclamation declaring February 2025 as Black History Month will be presented.

• Award of contract for 2025 City Wide Striping Project to Chrisp Company for $437,625.50
• Award of demolition and abatement contract to Case Excavating for $229,400 for 15 properties (addresses listed)
• Continuation of Director of Emergency Services/City Manager Proclamation Declaring a Local Emergency for the Boyles Fire
• Approval of Allocation and Execution of CDBG-DR Grant Agreement for 2017/18 Disasters
• Review of City Council Norms and Procedures (no recommended action)

The City Council approved several infrastructure and maintenance contracts, including city-wide striping and property demolitions. The council also continued a local emergency declaration for the Boyles Fire and adopted a grant agreement for disaster recovery.

• Approved $437,625.50 contract with Chrisp Company for 2025 City Wide Striping Project (5-0)
• Approved $229,400.00 contract with Case Excavating for demolition and abatement of 15 properties (5-0)
• Approved contract with Alvarez Performance LLC for Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program (5-0)
• Approved contract for Senior Center Landscape Irrigation Project (5-0)
• Approved $60,000 amendment to Consultant Services Agreement with Government Finance Services LLC (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-03 for CDBG-DR Grant Agreement for 2017/18 Disasters (5-0)
• Continued local emergency declaration for the Boyles Fire (5-0)
• Authorized closeout of Senior Community Center Kitchen Remodel (5-0)

Planning Commission Special Meeting

The Planning Commission holds a public hearing to consider Conditional Use Permit CUP 2024-02 and the related environmental analysis (CEQA IS 2024-01) for properties at 14975 Olympic Drive, 3545 Old Highway 53, and 3565 Old Highway 53. The recommended action is to adopt Resolution PC 2025-01.

• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit CUP 2024-02 and CEQA IS 2024-01 for three parcels: 14975 Olympic Drive (APN 039-550-51), 3545 Old Highway 53 (APN 039-550-50), and 3565 Old Highway 53 (APN 039-550-20)

The Planning Commission approved Resolution PC 2025-01 regarding a Conditional Use Permit and environmental analysis for properties on Olympic Drive and Old Highway 53. The Commission requested staff address concerns regarding traffic flow, design consistency, and the placement of EV charging stations.

• Adopted Resolution PC 2025-01 for CUP 2024-02 and CEQA IS 2024-01 at 14975 Olympic Drive, 3545 Old Highway 53, and 3565 Old Highway 53 (5-0)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss the purchase of four tax-defaulted properties for sewer improvements and a Community Wildfire Protection Plan. The body is also deciding on zoning ordinance amendments and development agreements for commercial cannabis operations.

• Adoption of Development Agreements DA 2024-01 and DA 2024-02 for commercial cannabis operations at 14915 and 14935 Olympic Drive
• Second reading and adoption of various Zoning Ordinance Text Amendments (Ordinance 271-2025)
• Purchase of four tax-defaulted properties by Lake County Special Districts for sewer system improvements
• Approval of the Lake County Fire Protection District's Community Wildfire Protection Plan
• Adoption of Ordinance No. 278-2025 regarding Councilmember compensation adjustments