Ukiah public meetings in 2021

Demolition Review Committee

The Demolition Review Committee will consider applications to demolish two structures over 50 years old at 101 and 105 South Main Street. The committee will review the proposals and make recommendations to the City Council, which will hold a public hearing at a later date. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from a 2017 meeting and public comments.

• Demolition of building at 101 South Main Street (APN 002-231-01)
• Demolition of building at 105 South Main Street (APN 002-231-01)
• Review under UCC Section 3016
• Approval of draft minutes from November 28, 2017 meeting

The Ukiah Demolition Permit Review Committee approved minutes from November 28, 2017, and reviewed an application to demolish two structures over 50 years old at 101 and 105 South Main Street. The committee voted to recommend City Council approval for both demolition permits. All decisions made by the committee are advisory to the City Council.

• Approved November 28, 2017 minutes (3-0)
• Recommended City Council approval of demolition permit for 101 S. Main St. (2-1)
• Recommended City Council approval of demolition permit for 105 S. Main St. (3-0)

City Council

The Ukiah City Council is holding a special meeting to consider adopting a resolution that would authorize the City Manager to execute documents for the city's participation in national opioid settlements. This action would allow the city to receive settlement funds under the California Distributor Allocation Agreement and the CA J&J Allocation Agreement. The agenda includes only this new business item, along with routine roll call, audience comments, and adjournment.

• Resolution authorizing City Manager to execute opioid settlement participation documents
• Receipt of settlement funds under CA Distributor and J&J Allocation Agreements

At a special virtual meeting on December 27, 2021, the Ukiah City Council adopted a resolution authorizing the City Manager to negotiate and execute documents for the City's participation in the National Opioid Settlements and receipt of settlement funds under the CA Distributor Allocation Agreement and CA J&J Allocation Agreement. The motion carried 4-0, with Councilmember Orozco abstaining due to technical difficulties. No public comment was received, and the meeting adjourned at 10:09 a.m.

• Adopted resolution authorizing City Manager to negotiate and execute National Opioid Settlement participation documents (4-0, Orozco abstained)

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting of December 22, 2021, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 12, 2022. No other business is listed on this agenda.

• Meeting canceled for December 22, 2021
• Next regular meeting: January 12, 2022

Ukiah Financing Authority

The Ukiah Public Financing Authority will hold a special meeting to consider adopting resolutions authorizing the issuance of lease revenue bonds, Series 2022, to fund renovation of the City Corporation Yard and improvements to various city streets. The recommended action is to approve the resolutions and authorize city management to execute related documents. The meeting is held in conjunction with the City Council meeting.

• Consider adopting resolutions authorizing lease revenue bonds, Series 2022
• Renovate the City Corporation Yard
• Construct improvements to various city streets
• Authorize city management to execute related documents

The Ukiah Financing Authority met for a special meeting on December 15, 2021. The only item of new business was continued to a future meeting date.

• Continued the authorization of Lease Revenue Bonds, Series 2022 for the City Corporation Yard and street improvements to January 19, 2022 (5-0)

City Council

The Ukiah City Council meets Dec. 15, 2021, with a public hearing on issuing Series 2022 lease revenue bonds to renovate the City Corporation Yard and improve various city streets. The council will also appoint a new Mayor and Vice Mayor for 2022, vote on a consent calendar of contracts and budget items, and hold several closed sessions on litigation and property negotiations. Other items include a COVID-19 status update and a sole-source lease of 14 safety cameras.

• Public hearing on Series 2022 lease revenue bonds for City Corporation Yard renovation and street improvements
• Annual appointment of Mayor and Vice Mayor for 2022 and council reorganization
• Consent calendar: $53,871.35 conditional award to Valley Power Systems, Inc. for a backup generator at the Ukiah Valley Conference Center (not to exceed $58,871.35, funded through 20-CDBG-CV1-00004)
• $47,774.61 to Wesco Graphics for printing the Activities and Recreation Guide
• Change Order #09 to CV Larsen Company for $146,405.36, raising the Pressure Zone 2 South Reservoir Replacement Project total to $1,353,129.45

The City Council reorganized its leadership, appointing a new Mayor and Vice Mayor. The council also approved several infrastructure projects, a safety camera lease, and an electric aircraft charging station agreement.

• Appointed Councilmember Brown as Mayor for 2022 (5-0)
• Appointed Councilmember Duenas as Vice Mayor (5-0)
• Approved $38,500 lease for 14 Flock Safety Group safety cameras (5-0)
• Authorized Host Site Agreement with Beta Technologies for electric aircraft and vehicle charging at the airport (5-0)
• Approved $53,871.35 purchase of a back-up power generator for Ukiah Valley Conference Center (5-0)
• Approved $146,405.36 change order for Pressure Zone 2 South Reservoir Replacement Project (5-0)
• Approved $47,774.61 for printing services for Activities and Recreation Guide (5-0)
• Continued lease revenue bonds for Corporation Yard and street improvements to January 19, 2022 (5-0)

Ukiah Valley Fire District

The Ukiah Valley Fire District Board of Directors will consider adopting a resolution to establish fees and charges under the California Public Records Act, approve a new public records request form, and set a new regular meeting schedule. The board will also vote on minutes from three prior meetings and a consent item to continue remote teleconferenced meetings due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Adopt Resolution 2021-06 establishing fees and charges under the CA Public Records Act (PRA)
• Approve new Public Records Request Form and updates to Policy 1023
• Adopt resolution establishing a new regular meeting schedule for UVFD board meetings
• Approve draft minutes from Sept 21, Oct 12, and Nov 9, 2021 meetings
• Consent item: Resolution to continue remote teleconferenced meetings during COVID-19 state of emergency

City Council

The Ukiah City Council is holding a special meeting to receive a presentation and discuss the Capital Financing Plan Workshop #2, which includes pro formas for the Corp Yard and Streets projects and the 5-year Capital Improvement Program. No formal action is scheduled; the item is for discussion only.

• Capital Financing Plan Workshop #2 presentation and discussion
• Corp Yard Project Pro Forma
• Streets Project Pro Forma
• CIP 5-year FYE 2022 Final

The City Council held a special meeting consisting of a second workshop on the Capital Financing Plan. No substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

Planning Commission

The Ukiah Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a Major Site Development Permit for a mixed-use project at 1006 S State St, including a car wash, auto service/repair, and a one-bedroom apartment. The recommended action is to approve the permit, which is categorically exempt from CEQA. The agenda also includes routine items like approval of minutes and public comment.

• Major Site Development Permit for mixed-use development at 1006 S State St (APNs 003-130-74/75), File No. 20-5427
• Project includes car wash, automobile service/repair, and one-bedroom apartment
• Recommended CEQA exemption under Section 15332, Class 3(c)
• Approval of draft minutes from November 10, 2021 regular meeting
• Appeal deadline for decisions: December 20, 2021

The Planning Commission approved a Major Site Development Permit for a mixed-use project at 1006 S. State St. The development will include a car wash, automobile service/repair facility, and a one-bedroom apartment. The approval includes a condition allowing Sunday business hours from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

• Approved November 10, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Major Site Development Permit for 1006 S. State St (4-0)

Design Review Board Regular Meeting

The Design Review Board will hold a special meeting to review a request for a Major Use Permit for a new 2,137-square-foot Valvoline Quick Lube facility at 1280 Airport Park Boulevard. The board will make a recommendation to the Planning Commission on whether the project conforms to the Airport Industrial Park-Planned Development design standards. The agenda also includes approval of the November 8, 2021 meeting minutes and public comments on non-agenda items.

• Major Use Permit application for Valvoline Quick Lube (2,137 sq ft) at 1280 Airport Park Blvd, APN 180-080-90
• Review against Airport Industrial Park-Planned Development (AIP-PD) design standards
• Approval of November 8, 2021 special meeting minutes

The Design Review Board voted to recommend that the Planning Commission approve a new 2,137-square-foot Valvoline Quick Lube facility at 1280 Airport Park Boulevard. The recommendation includes a requirement for 15-foot awnings over the service bays for passive cooling. The board failed to approve the minutes from their November 8, 2021, meeting due to a lack of a majority vote.

• Recommended approval of Valvoline facility at 1280 Airport Park Blvd (4-0)
• Failed to approve November 8, 2021, meeting minutes

Fire Executive Committee

The Ukiah Valley Fire Authority Executive Committee is meeting to discuss teleconferencing requirements. The primary action is the adoption of a resolution to continue holding meetings remotely during a proclaimed state of emergency due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Adoption of Resolution 2021 regarding continued teleconferencing requirements

The Fire Executive Committee's special meeting of December 8, 2021 was adjourned because a quorum was not present. The meeting was continued to December 13, 2021 at 4:00 p.m. on Zoom. The adjournment was approved by a vote of Ayes: Members Orozco, Bushby, and Brown; Noes: None; Absent: Bazzani. Notice of the adjournment was posted at the City of Ukiah Civic Center, 300 Seminary Lane, and the Ukiah Valley Fire District Office, 1500 S. State Street, Ukiah, CA 95482.

• Adjourned the December 8, 2021 special meeting due to lack of quorum (Ayes: Orozco, Bushby, Brown; Noes: None; Absent: Bazzani)
• Continued the meeting to December 13, 2021 at 4:00 p.m. on Zoom

Airport Commission

The Ukiah Airport Commission is holding a regular meeting to receive reports on FAA grants, monthly financial/budget status, airport maintenance, the North East Corner project, and the Runway Extension Study. The commission will also consider approving the November 2, 2021 minutes. No action is listed for the North East Corner or Runway Extension Study items, which appear to be discussion-only.

• Approve November 2, 2021 meeting minutes
• Receive report on FAA grants
• Receive monthly financial/budget report with 2021 and 2022 YTD and balance sheets
• Receive airport maintenance report
• Discuss North East Corner and Runway Extension Study

The Ukiah Airport Commission met on December 7, 2021, and approved the minutes from the November 2, 2021 meeting. The commission also received reports on FAA grants and ACIP, airport monthly financials and budget, and airport maintenance, while discussing the North East Corner draft letter and a runway extension study.

• Approved November 2nd, 2021 minutes
• Received FAA Grants/ACIP report
• Received Airport Monthly Financial / Budget report
• Received Airport Maintenance report

Ukiah Valley Fire District

The Ukiah Valley Fire District Board of Directors is meeting to consider routine items, including adopting a resolution to continue teleconferencing during the COVID-19 state of emergency and approving a new regular meeting schedule. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no major policy or financial decisions listed.

• Adoption of resolution to continue teleconferencing requirements during COVID-19 emergency
• Approval of new regular meeting schedule for the board (Resolution 2021-)
• Public comment period for non-agenda items (3 minutes per person, 10 minutes per subject)

The Ukiah Valley Fire District's special meeting of December 7, 2021 was adjourned for lack of quorum and continued to December 14, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom. The continuance was authorized by the two board members present, Director Michael Graham and Director Pete Bushby, and the meeting was adjourned by the Clerk of the Board at 6:48 p.m. The minutes contain only this adjournment notice and a related affidavit of posting; no substantive decisions were made.

• Special meeting of Dec. 7, 2021 adjourned for lack of quorum
• Meeting continued to Dec. 14, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom
• Continuance authorized by the two directors present, Michael Graham and Pete Bushby

Diversity and Equity Standing Committee - Special

The Equity & Diversity Committee will consider approving the City of Ukiah's Equity Action Plan, a new business item. The meeting also includes routine items such as roll call, audience comments, and approval of the October 27, 2021 minutes. No other substantive actions are listed.

• Approval of the Equity Action Plan for the City of Ukiah
• Approval of minutes from October 27, 2021 regular meeting

The Ukiah Equity & Diversity Committee held a special virtual meeting on December 1, 2021. The committee approved the minutes of its October 27, 2021 regular meeting and approved the Equity Action Plan with specified additions to Goals #1, #3, and #4. No other substantive business was conducted, and the meeting adjourned at 7:20 p.m.

• Approved minutes of the October 27, 2021 regular meeting (6-0, 3 absent)
• Approved the Equity Action Plan with additions to Goals #1, #3, and #4 (6-0, 4 absent)

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for November 24, 2021, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 08, 2021.

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will hold a regular meeting with routine consent items, including a $1,015 pump repair purchase order, a resolution on COVID-19 teleconferencing, and appointments to the Design Review Board and Airport Commission. The council will also receive a status report on the COVID-19 emergency and consider committee assignments. A large portion of the agenda is devoted to closed-session discussions on anticipated and existing litigation, real property negotiations, and labor negotiations.

• Purchase order #47548 to Pan Pacific Supply for $1,015 for pump repair at Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Resolution to continue COVID-19 teleconferencing requirements for meetings
• Appointments: Ronald J. Meaux to Design Review Board (term ending 2025), Eric Crane to Airport Commission (term ending 2024)
• Closed session: 7 litigation items, including Vichy Springs Resort v. City of Ukiah (two cases) and others
• Closed session: real property negotiations with Dave Hull and Ric Piffero on multiple APNs

Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission will hold a regular meeting with routine items like roll call, minutes approval, and public comments. The main discussion item is a proposal by Community Services Director Neil Davis to potentially reform the Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission and the POSCC into a single Public Spaces Commission. Staff reports on parks, golf, events, and other areas will also be presented.

• Discussion on potential reformation of POSCC and PRGC into a Public Spaces Commission
• Staff reports on events, parks, golf, building maintenance, museum, recreation programs, property management, and financial matters
• Introduction by Library Director Deborah Frader Samson on Story Walk

Zoning Administrator

The Ukiah Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to consider three items: renewing a cannabis business use permit at 1076 Cunningham Street, modifying that permit to allow use of an adjacent structure at 1078 Cunningham Street for secure storage, and approving a minor use permit for a professional office at 677 North State Street. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the November 10, 2021 hearing and public comment on non-agenda items.

• Renewal of cannabis business use permit at 1076 Cunningham Street (APN 003-140-52)
• Minor modification to allow secure storage at 1078 Cunningham Street (APNs 003-140-52/54)
• Minor use permit for professional office at 677 North State Street (APN 002-121-15)
• Approval of minutes from November 10, 2021 hearing
• Appeal deadline: November 25, 2021 at 5:00 PM

At a remote teleconference meeting on November 15, 2021, Acting Zoning Administrator Mireya Turner approved three items: renewal of a Heritage Mendocino cannabis business use permit at 1076 Cunningham Street, a minor modification to that permit allowing secure cannabis storage at an adjacent structure at 1078 Cunningham Street, and a Minor Use Permit for a professional office at 677 North State Street. All three public hearings were opened and closed with no additional speakers. Staff noted the recording for the first hearing was truncated and begins near the end of that item.

• Approved renewal of Heritage Mendocino Cannabis Business-Related Use Permit at 1076 Cunningham Street (APN 003-140-52, File No. 21-6140)
• Approved minor modification to the same permit to allow secure cannabis storage in an adjacent structure at 1078 Cunningham Street (File No. 21-6140)
• Approved Minor Use Permit for a professional office in an existing commercial structure at 677 North State Street in the Heavy Commercial (C-2) district (APN 002-121-15, File No. 21-6558)
• Approved minutes of the November 10, 2021 Zoning Administrator hearing
• Confirmed timely noticing of all public hearings on the agenda
• Noted appeal deadline of November 25, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. for matters heard at this meeting

Planning Commission

The Ukiah Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider approving a Major Use Permit and Site Development Permit for a U-Haul Self-Storage and Rental Facility at 675 North Orchard Avenue. The recommended action is approval, with a categorical CEQA exemption. The meeting also includes routine items like approval of minutes and public comments.

• Public hearing for U-Haul Self-Storage and Rental Facility at 675 North Orchard Avenue (APNs 002-030-09 & 10)
• Recommended approval of Major Use Permit and Site Development Permit, categorically exempt from CEQA (Class 32, In-Fill Development)
• Approval of draft minutes from October 27, 2021 regular meeting

The Ukiah Planning Commission met on November 10, 2021 and approved the draft minutes of its October 27, 2021 meeting with two corrections. In its only substantive action, the Commission postponed a decision on a proposed Major Use and Site Development Permit for a U-Haul Self-Storage and Rental Facility at 675 North Orchard Avenue (APNs 002-030-09 & 10; File No. 21-6246), sending the project back to the Design Review Board and Staff for modifications before it returns to the Commission. No appeals were received, there were no items on the consent calendar, and no unfinished business was agendized. The meeting adjourned at 7:32 p.m.

• Approved draft minutes of October 27, 2021 with two corrections (5-0)
• Postponed decision on U-Haul Self-Storage and Rental Facility permit at 675 North Orchard Avenue and returned it to Design Review Board and Staff for modifications (5-0)

Fire Executive Committee

The Ukiah Valley Fire Authority's Fire Executive Committee will meet to approve draft minutes from May and July 2021, adopt a new governance meeting schedule, and adopt a resolution on teleconferencing requirements during the COVID-19 state of emergency. The agenda also includes public comment, chief's reports, and a possible closed session.

• Approval of draft minutes from May 12, 2021 and July 14, 2021
• Adoption of new governance meeting schedule and resolution
• Adoption of resolution on teleconferencing requirements during COVID-19 emergency
• Public comment limited to 3 minutes per person, 10 minutes per subject

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to consider several land use requests. Items include renewing a cannabis business permit and modifying an existing permit to allow for secure storage at an adjacent structure. The body will also consider a permit to use a commercial building as a professional office.

• Renewal of Heritage Mendocino Cannabis Business-Related Use Permit at 1076 Cunningham Street
• Minor modification for cannabis-related business to use 1078 Cunningham St. for secure storage
• Minor Use Permit for professional office use at 677 North State Street
• Approval of September 23 and September 28, 2021, meeting minutes

Ukiah Valley Fire District

The Ukiah Valley Fire District Board of Directors is holding a special meeting to consider adopting a resolution to continue teleconferencing requirements during the COVID-19 state of emergency. The agenda also includes routine items such as roll call, public comment, approval of minutes, and reports. No other substantive actions are listed.

• Adoption of resolution to continue teleconferencing requirements during COVID-19 emergency
• Public comment limited to 3 minutes per person, 10 minutes per subject
• Closed session may be held at any time during the meeting

The Board of Directors met virtually to address teleconferencing requirements. The board approved a resolution to continue these requirements during the COVID-19 pandemic state of emergency.

• Adopted Resolution for Continued Teleconferencing Requirements during COVID-19 pandemic (4-0)

Design Review Board Regular Meeting

The Ukiah Design Review Board will review two major site development permit requests and make recommendations to the Planning Commission. The first is a mixed-use development at 1006 South State Street with a car wash, auto service/repair, and a one-bedroom apartment. The second is new construction of a commercial cannabis retail structure at 1102 & 1104 South State Street. The board will also approve minutes from a prior meeting.

• Mixed-use development: car wash, auto service/repair, one-bedroom apartment at 1006 South State Street (APNs 003-130-74 & 75)
• Commercial cannabis retail structure at 1102 & 1104 South State Street (APNs 003-130-09 & 003-530-11)
• Both projects require Major Site Development Permits and recommendations to the Planning Commission
• Approval of minutes from July 22, 2021 meeting

The board recommended approval to the Planning Commission for a mixed-use car wash and repair facility and a commercial cannabis retail structure. Both recommendations passed with unanimous votes.

• Recommended approval for mixed-use car wash, auto repair, and apartment at 1006 South State Street with specific landscaping changes (3-0)
• Recommended approval for commercial cannabis retail structure at 1102 & 1104 South State Street (3-0)
• Approved July 22, 2021 Special Meeting Minutes (unanimous voice vote)

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will hold a workshop to consider a management strategy for financing several significant capital projects related to streets, the corporation yard, and electric services. The council will also decide whether to merge two commissions into a single Public Spaces Commission, and will consider a consent calendar that includes contracts for environmental work, maintenance, and a bridge study. The meeting is a continuation from November 3, 2021, and includes several closed-session items on litigation and negotiations.

• Contract to SMB Environmental Inc. up to $15,000 for CEQA documentation for Recycled Water Phase 4
• Contract award of $37,251.76 to JM Integration for bi-weekly maintenance at Waste Water Treatment Plant
• Authorize contract with California Conservation Corps ($26,000) for Great Redwood Trail Phase 4 support
• Authorize professional services agreement up to $149,999.50 with GHD Inc. for Orr Street Bridge and Transportation Corridor Study
• Approve $29,440 payment to Mendocino Solid Waste Management Authority for operations shortfall

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will hold a workshop to receive and consider a management strategy for financing several significant capital projects related to streets, the Corporation Yard, and electric services. The council will also consider consolidating two commissions into a single Public Spaces Commission and will vote on a consent calendar that includes multiple contracts and budget amendments. Several closed-session items are scheduled, including anticipated and existing litigation and real property negotiations.

• Capital Project Financing Strategy Workshop for streets, Corporation Yard, and electric services
• Contract to SMB Environmental Inc. up to $15,000 for CEQA documentation for Recycled Water Phase 4 Project
• Contract award of $37,251.76 to JM Integration for bi-weekly maintenance at Waste Water Treatment Plant
• Contract with California Conservation Corps for $26,000 for Great Redwood Trail Phase 4 project support
• Professional services agreement up to $149,999.50 with GHD Inc. for Orr Street Bridge and Transportation Corridor Study

Airport Commission

The Ukiah Airport Commission will consider approving the Airport Capital Improvement Plan (ACIP) for 2023-2027, receive monthly financial and budget reports, and discuss maintenance and a letter regarding the northeast corner of the airport. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person.

• Approve ACIP for 2023-2027
• Receive monthly financial/budget report including 2021 and 2022 YTD data
• Review letter regarding northeast corner of airport
• Approve minutes from October 5, 2021 meeting

The Ukiah Airport Commission approved the minutes from the October 5th, 2021 meeting and received reports on FAA grants, monthly finances, and airport maintenance. The Commission also directed the ad hoc committee to review and submit a draft letter regarding the North East Corner.

• Approved October 5th, 2021 meeting minutes
• Received FAA Grants/ACIP report
• Received Airport Monthly Financial / Budget report
• Received Airport Monthly Financial / Budget / AD Hoc report
• Received Airport Maintenance report
• Directed ad hoc to review and submit draft letter for North East Corner

Design Review Board Regular Meeting

The Design Review Board's regular meeting was adjourned because not enough members were present to form a quorum. No items were discussed or decided. The meeting was held virtually.

• Meeting adjourned due to lack of quorum

Airport Commission

The Ukiah Equity & Diversity Committee is meeting to receive a report on a September training and workshop, appoint an ad hoc committee to develop an Equity Action Plan, approve a schedule of proclamations, and discuss changing or canceling November and December meeting dates. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and receiving a report on encouraging public input into the General Plan.

• Receive report on September 18th training and workshop and appoint ad hoc to develop Equity Action Plan
• Approve recommended schedule of proclamations for the City of Ukiah and dissolve related ad hoc
• Receive report from ad hoc on plan to encourage voices and input into the General Plan
• Discuss and take action to change or cancel November and December regular meeting days/times
• Approve minutes for August 25th regular meeting and September 18th workshop

The Equity & Diversity Committee approved minutes from its August 28 and September 18, 2021 meetings, appointed an ad hoc group to develop an Equity Action Plan, and approved a schedule of proclamations for the City of Ukiah. The committee also dissolved the ad hoc that had developed the proclamation schedule and voted to cancel its November and December regular meetings, scheduling a special meeting for December 1. The meeting adjourned at 8:20 pm.

• Approved August 28, 2021 minutes (7 ayes, 0 noes, 3 abstentions)
• Approved September 18, 2021 minutes (8 ayes, 0 noes, 2 abstentions)
• Appointed Jones, Martinez, Marston, Sheppard, and Tognoli to ad hoc for Equity Action Plan (9 ayes, 0 noes)
• Approved recommended schedule of proclamations for City of Ukiah (6 ayes, 1 no, 0 abstentions)
• Dissolved ad hoc for proclamation schedule (7 ayes, 0 noes, 1 abstention)
• Cancelled November and December regular meetings; scheduled special meeting December 1 (7 ayes, 0 noes, 2 abstentions)

Planning Commission

The Ukiah Planning Commission will receive a presentation on 2021 California housing bills (SB 8, SB 9, SB 10) and discuss them. They will also consider approving Resolution 2021-01 to continue remote teleconferencing meetings under Executive Order N-15-21. The agenda includes routine items like approving the October 13, 2021 minutes and public comments.

• Discussion of 2021 California housing bills: SB 8, SB 9, SB 10
• Approval of Resolution 2021-01 to continue remote teleconferencing meetings
• Approval of draft minutes from October 13, 2021 regular meeting
• Appeal deadline for decisions: November 8, 2021

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will vote on a consent calendar that includes several purchases and contracts, such as $51,606.83 for new police vehicle computers and $56,500 for water treatment plant roof repairs. The council will also discuss a proposed ordinance to ban retail sales of nitrous oxide canisters and consider appointments to the Planning Commission. Several closed-session items involve potential and existing litigation, including cases against the city.

• Approve $51,606.83 purchase of Mobile Data Terminal units from LEHR
• Award $56,500 contract for Water Treatment Plant roof repair to San Francisco Roofing Services
• Discuss ordinance to ban retail sale of nitrous oxide canisters
• Appoint Alex de Grassi to Planning Commission to fill unexpired term
• Approve $25,000 rental of 200-ton chiller for Ukiah on Ice

The Ukiah City Council directed the City Attorney's office to draft an ordinance banning retail sales of nitrous oxide canisters at businesses holding a tobacco retailer's license, with civil/administrative enforcement that could include suspending a non-compliant business's license. The council also approved its consent calendar, adopted resolutions on appointment procedures and a Planning Commission appointment, and cancelled its December 1, 2021 and January 5, 2022 regular meetings. Councilmembers Crane and Rodin were absent, so all votes were 3-0. In closed session, no action was taken and direction was provided to staff.

• Directed City Attorney to draft ordinance banning retail nitrous oxide canister sales at tobacco-licensed businesses, with civil/administrative enforcement including possible license suspension (3-0)
• Authorized City Attorney to consult with Ukiah Valley Youth Leadership Coalition on the ordinance for educational purposes (3-0)
• Approved consent calendar items 7a-7i, including $51,606.83 police mobile data terminals, $56,500 water plant roof repair, $42,000 percolation pond scarification, $25,000 chiller rental, $26,371.20 cardiac arrest training system, and other contracts (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-52 establishing in-meeting appointment process for City Council, Planning Commission, and Design Review Board (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-53 appointing Alex de Grassi to Planning Commission to fill unexpired term of Ruth Van Antwerp, expiring December 2022 (3-0)
• Approved no changes to existing Ukiah Police Department fee schedule (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-54 implementing COVID-19 teleconferencing requirements, with re-adoption every 30 days via consent calendar (3-0)
• Approved cancellation of December 1, 2021 and January 5, 2022 regular meetings, with option for special meetings if needed (3-0)

Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission

This is a regular meeting of the Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission. The agenda is largely procedural, with roll call, minutes approval, and audience comments. The main substantive item is a discussion-only report from Community Services Department staff covering events, parks, golf, building maintenance, museum, recreation programs, property management, and financial matters. No action items or specific proposals are listed.

• Discussion-only staff reports on events, parks, golf, building maintenance, museum, recreation programs, property management, and financial matters

Planning Commission

The Ukiah Planning Commission will consider approving a Major Use and Site Development Permit for a U-Haul self-storage and rental facility at 675 North Orchard Avenue. The meeting also includes approval of the September 22, 2021 minutes and public comments on non-agenda items. Staff recommends approval, with a CEQA categorical exemption.

• Major Use Permit and Site Development Permit for U-Haul facility at 675 North Orchard Avenue (File No. 21-6246)
• CEQA exemption under Class 32 (In-Fill Development Projects)
• Approval of draft minutes from September 22, 2021 regular meeting
• Appeal deadline: October 25, 2021 for decisions made at this meeting

The Ukiah Planning Commission met on October 13, 2021 and approved the draft minutes of its September 22, 2021 meeting. The only substantive item, a proposed Major Use and Site Development Permit for a U-Haul self-storage and rental facility at 675 North Orchard Avenue (File No. 21-6246), was continued to a future date not yet certain on a 4-0 vote. No public comment was received, and the meeting adjourned at 6:13 p.m.

• Approved draft minutes of September 22, 2021 (4-0)
• Continued U-Haul self-storage and rental facility permit at 675 North Orchard Avenue (File No. 21-6246) to a future date not yet certain (4-0)

Ukiah Valley Fire District

The Ukiah Valley Fire District Board will consider adopting its final budget for fiscal year 2021/2022, setting the per-meeting director fee to $0, updating public records policies, approving remote meeting procedures, and purchasing a new pickup truck. The board will also review the draft minutes from June 8, 2021, and receive reports on tax revenue and mitigation.

• Adoption of final budget for FY 2021/2022
• Set per-meeting director fee at $0.00
• Approve Policy 1023 update and Resolution 2021-06 for Public Records Act fees
• Approve Resolution 2021-07 for remote teleconferencing meetings
• Purchase one 2022 Ford F250XL 4X4 Crew Cab Pickup Truck

The Board of Directors approved the final budget for the 2021/2022 fiscal year and authorized the purchase of a 2022 Ford F250XL 4X4 pickup truck. Directors voted to maintain the current policy of no fees for board meetings and passed a resolution to continue holding remote teleconferencing meetings. A policy update regarding public records was postponed until December.

• Approved 2021/2022 final budget (4-0)
• Maintained status quo of no board meeting fees (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-07 for remote meetings (4-0)
• Approved purchase of 2022 Ford F250XL 4X4 truck (4-0)
• Postponed Policy 1023 update to December meeting

City Council

The City Council will consider several contracts, including maintenance for the Water Treatment Plant and urban greening project support. The agenda also includes a public hearing for the State Street Underground District No. 6 and discussions on various city ordinances.

• Contract for Water Treatment Plant SCADA maintenance: $37,339.12
• Prezoning for Western Hills Open Land Acquisition and Limited Development Project
• Contract with North Coast Opportunities for Great Redwood Trail Phase 4: $152,000
• Establishment of State Street Underground District No. 6
• Annual allocation to Ukiah Valley Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency: $68,750

The Ukiah City Council adopted a resolution establishing State Street Underground District No. 6 and approved an agreement for power purchase with South Feather Water and Power Agency. The Council also approved the entire consent calendar, which included various infrastructure maintenance contracts, grant support agreements, and policy adoptions.

• Adopted Resolution 2021-46 recognizing Indigenous Peoples' Day (3-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar Items 7a through 7o, including various contracts and purchases (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-49 establishing State Street Underground District No. 6 (3-0)
• Directed staff to return with a revised shopping cart containment ordinance
• Maintained status quo for community gardens, live entertainment, and outdoor dining operating standards
• Adopted Resolution 2021-50 authorizing a Third Phase Power Purchase Agreement with South Feather Water and Power Agency (3-0)

Airport Commission

The Ukiah Airport Commission will meet to discuss airport administration and maintenance. The commission is scheduled to consider a host site agreement for a BETA Technologies electric vehicle charging station.

• BETA Technologies Electric Vehicle Charging Station Host Site Agreement
• Airport monthly financial and budget reports
• Airport maintenance report
• North East Corner report
• Ukiah Aviation Services report

The Ukiah Airport Commission approved an agreement with BETA Technologies for an electric vehicle charging station by a 4-0 vote. Commissioners also received reports on monthly financials, airport maintenance, the northeast corner, and Ukiah Aviation Services. Additionally, Commissioner Andrew Stein announced he is moving and leaving the commission.

• Approved BETA Technologies Electric Vehicle Charging Station Agreement (4-0)
• Approved August 8, 2021 minutes
• Received Airport Monthly Financial / Budget report
• Received Airport Monthly Financial / Budget / AD Hoc report
• Received Airport Maintenance report
• Received Ukiah Aviation Services report

Zoning Administrator

The Ukiah Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to consider two actions regarding the Emerald Sun Manufacturing, LLC cannabis business-related use permit at 1825 Airport Road: a renewal and a minor modification. Staff recommends approval of both, based on findings and conditions in the September 20, 2021 staff report. The meeting also includes routine items like call to order, approval of minutes, and audience comments.

• Renewal of Emerald Sun Manufacturing, LLC cannabis use permit at 1825 Airport Road (APN 180-110-07)
• Minor modification to the same cannabis use permit
• Public hearing with appeal deadline of October 7, 2021, 5:00 p.m.
• Staff recommends approval for both items

Countywide Oversight Board to the Successor Agencies to the City Redevelopment Agencies

The Countywide Oversight Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, administering an oath to a new member, and adopting a resolution for the amended Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) for January-June 2022. The ROPS is required by state law and outlines payments for former redevelopment agency obligations.

• Administer oath of office to new board member Becky Jeffries
• Approve January 28, 2021 meeting minutes
• Adopt resolution approving amended ROPS for Jan 1 - Jun 30, 2022

Design Review Board Regular Meeting

The Design Review Board regular meeting scheduled for September 23, 2021, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

Zoning Administrator

The Ukiah Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to consider a Minor Use/Site Development Permit for a 90-foot broadcast radio tower and a Determination of Appropriate Use for a broadcast and recording studio in an existing structure at 390 West Clay Street. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from July 6, 2021, and standard procedural items. Staff recommends approval of the permit and determination.

• Public hearing on Minor Use/Site Development Permit for 90' broadcast radio tower at 390 West Clay Street (APN 002-257-01, File No. 21-6422)
• Determination of Appropriate Use for broadcast and recording studio within existing structure at same address
• Approval of Zoning Administrator Minutes from July 6, 2021
• Appeal deadline: October 4, 2021 at 5:00 PM for decisions made at this meeting

Planning Commission

The Ukiah Planning Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, and receive the fourth 6-month report on the Community Center and Winter Homeless Shelter at 1045 South State Street. The commission will consider continuing to request these reports for the Redwood Community Services Building Bridges facility.

• Receive and review fourth 6-month report on Community Center and Winter Homeless Shelter at 1045 South State Street
• Continue requesting 6-month reports for Redwood Community Services Building Bridges facility
• Approve draft minutes of September 8, 2021 regular meeting

The Planning Commission held a regular meeting on September 22, 2021, where they approved the minutes from September 08, 2021. Commissioner Antwerp announced her resignation. The Commission also received the fourth 6-month report for the community center and winter homeless shelter at 1045 South State Street.

• Approved the draft minutes of September 08, 2021 (5-0)
• Received the fourth 6-month report regarding the Community Center and Winter Homeless Shelter at 1045 South State Street

Diversity and Equity Standing Committee - Regular

The September 22, 2021 regular meeting of the Equity & Diversity Committee has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

City Council

The Ukiah City Council and Ukiah Valley Fire District are holding a joint special meeting to consider and adopt resolutions agreeing to the allocation of property taxes and fire district parcel taxes upon the annexation of the City of Ukiah by the Fire District. This is the only substantive item on the agenda, along with roll call, public comments, and adjournment.

• Adoption of resolutions on allocation of property taxes and Ukiah Valley Fire Protection District parcel taxes upon annexation

In a joint special meeting, the Ukiah City Council and the Ukiah Valley Fire District Board each adopted a resolution agreeing to the allocation of property taxes and Ukiah Valley Fire Protection District parcel taxes upon the annexation of the City of Ukiah by the Ukiah Valley Fire Protection District. Both votes were unanimous among those present, with no public comment received. The meeting adjourned at 7:18 p.m.

• City Council adopted resolution on property tax and UVFD parcel tax allocation for city annexation (5-0; Rodin absent)
• UVFD Board adopted matching resolution on tax allocation for city annexation (4-0; Banks absent)

Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission

This is a regular meeting of the Ukiah Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission. The agenda is largely procedural, including roll call, minutes approval, and public comments. The main substantive item is a discussion-only staff report covering events, parks, golf, building maintenance, museum, recreation programs, property management, and financial matters. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of Community Services Department staff reports on events, parks, golf, building maintenance, museum, recreation programs, property management, and financial matters
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per person and 10 minutes per subject
• Meeting held in conference room #5 at 411 W. Clay St., with entry via 300 Seminary or main entrance

The Commission approved the minutes from the June 15, 2021, meeting. Staff provided reports on the Sundays in the Park Concert, the 50 in 5 public art program, and the use of CA Per Capita grant funds for a new play structure at Todd Grove Park.

• Approved June 15, 2021, minutes (4-0)

Diversity and Equity Standing Committee - Regular

The Equity & Diversity Committee is meeting for a workshop focused on equity, diversity, and inclusion training. The agenda includes roll call, introductions, public comments on non-agenda items, and the training workshop itself. No other substantive business is listed.

• Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Training Workshop (recommended action: participate)

The Equity & Diversity Committee met virtually on September 18, 2021. The only substantive item was a workshop in which members participated in an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion training, recorded as received. No audience comments were offered and no decisions, votes, or other actions are recorded in the minutes. The meeting adjourned at 12:51 p.m.

Successor Agency to the Ukiah Redevelopment Agency

The Successor Agency to the Ukiah Redevelopment Agency will hold a special meeting to consider approving the amended Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) for January 1 to June 30, 2022, and to approve minutes from a prior meeting. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items.

• Adoption of resolution approving amended ROPS for Jan 1–Jun 30, 2022
• Approval of minutes from January 20, 2021 special meeting

The Successor Agency to the Ukiah Redevelopment Agency held a special meeting on September 15, 2021, and approved the minutes of its January 20, 2021 special meeting. In new business, it adopted a resolution approving the amended Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) for January 1, 2022 through June 30, 2022 under Health and Safety Code Section 34177. No public comment was received, and the meeting adjourned at 9:12 p.m.

• Approved minutes of the January 20, 2021 special meeting (3-0; Rodin, Brown, Orozco)
• Adopted resolution approving amended Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) for Jan 1–Jun 30, 2022 (4-0)

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will hold a public hearing on the Western Hills Open Land Acquisition & Limited Development project, which includes a mitigated negative declaration, conditional approval, and prezoning of parcels. The council will also consider several consent calendar items, including a $565,727 budget amendment for the Electric Service Center site work and a $312,491 contract for the Great Redwood Trail Phase 4. Additionally, they will receive a COVID-19 status report and discuss consolidating two commissions into a single Public Spaces Commission.

• Public hearing on Western Hills project: adopt Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration, conditionally approve development agreement, prezone conservation parcels to PF and development parcels to R1-H
• Approve budget amendment of $565,727 for Contract No. 2021-204 with CWS Construction Group for Electric Service Center site work, resetting change order authority to 10% of $2,963,326.85
• Award professional services agreement to GHD Inc. for $312,491 for Great Redwood Trail Phase 4 plans, specs, and estimate
• Approve emergency replacement of flow meter at Water Treatment Plant from JM Integration LLC for $19,366.39
• Adopt resolution opposing North Coast Railroad Company application and supporting railbanking between Willits and Humboldt County

The City Council approved the Western Hills Open Land Acquisition and Limited Development Agreement and initiated the process to merge two advisory commissions into a single Public Spaces Commission. Additionally, the Council authorized a $312,491 contract for the Great Redwood Trail project and approved the purchase of a $57,030 police truck. The meeting concluded with a closed session regarding litigation and real property negotiations.

• Approved Western Hills development agreement (4-0)
• Initiated merger of two commissions into one Public Spaces Commission (4-0)
• Awarded $312,491 contract to GHD Inc. for Great Redwood Trail (4-0)
• Approved $57,030.46 purchase of police truck (4-0)
• Adopted resolution opposing North Coast Railroad Company application (4-0)
• Approved budget amendment of $565,727 for electric utility site work (4-0)
• Introduced ordinance to amend Design Review Board vacancy procedures (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Ukiah Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting with routine items including approval of minutes and public comments. The only substantive item is a proposed Major Use Permit and Major Site Development Permit for a U-Haul Self-Storage and Rental Facility at 675 North Orchard Avenue; staff recommends continuing this item to the October 13, 2021 meeting.

• Approval of minutes from August 25, 2021 regular meeting
• Major Use Permit and Major Site Development Permit for U-Haul Self-Storage and Rental Facility at 675 North Orchard Avenue (File No: 21-6246) — staff recommends continuance to October 13, 2021
• Appeal deadline for decisions made at this meeting is September 20, 2021

Fire Executive Committee

The Fire Executive Committee meeting scheduled for September 8, 2021, has been canceled. No other business is listed on the agenda.

Airport Commission

The Ukiah Airport Commission is holding a regular meeting to receive reports on FAA grants and projects, monthly financial/budget status, airport maintenance, and the North East Corner. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Receive report on FAA Grants/Projects
• Receive report on Airport Monthly Financial/Budget/Ad Hoc with 2021 and 2022 YTD balance sheets
• Receive report on Airport Maintenance
• Receive report on North East Corner

Paths, Open Space and Creeks Commission

The Paths, Open Space and Creeks Commission will hold a regular meeting, primarily to continue discussion on the 2040 General Plan update, focusing on existing conditions and trends and providing input on the 1995 Open Space and Conservation Element. The commission will also introduce a new commissioner and approve the July 1, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Discussion of 2040 General Plan update, including response to preliminary recommendations on the 1995 Open Space and Conservation Element
• Introduction of new Commissioner James Bair
• Approval of July 1, 2021 regular meeting minutes

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent calendar covering equipment purchases, contracts, and a housing ordinance, plus a public hearing on ambulance fee adjustments. The council will also discuss new business items including a street utility project, a seasonal ice rink purchase, and several closed-session litigation and negotiation items.

• Public hearing on adjusting fees for pre-hospital emergency and ambulance services by Ukiah Valley Fire Authority
• Adoption of ordinance amending Ukiah Municipal Code for General Plan Housing Element implementation and state housing law compliance
• Award contract to Pavement Coatings Co. for $321,078 for 2021 slurry seal of local streets
• Award professional services agreement to BKF Engineers for $195,789 for Gobbi Street Utility Replacement Project plans
• Purchase of seasonal ice rink for $167,737

The City Council approved several public works contracts, including a $321,078 slurry seal project and a $195,789 utility replacement plan. The council also authorized the purchase of a seasonal ice rink and updated emergency medical service fees. Additionally, the council referred a proposed nitrous oxide retail ban to the City Attorney for review.

• Approved $321,078 contract to Pavement Coatings Co. for local street slurry seal (5-0)
• Approved $195,789 agreement with BKF Engineers for Gobbi Street Utility Replacement Project (5-0)
• Authorized purchase of a seasonal ice rink for $167,737 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-40 to adjust Ukiah Valley Fire Authority emergency medical and ambulance fees (5-0)
• Approved Joint Powers Agreement with Mendocino County for land use enforcement at Ukiah Rifle and Pistol Club (5-0)
• Approved $53,000 contract to All Star Painting for Alex Thomas Plaza (5-0)
• Approved $86,276.50 purchase of LED lighting for Grace Hudson Museum (5-0)
• Consensus to refer potential nitrous oxide retail sale ban ordinance to City Attorney for review

City Council

The Ukiah City Council is holding a special meeting to consider approving a mutual aid agreement for emergency water assistance among Mendocino County, Ukiah, Fort Bragg, and other agencies. The agenda also includes a closed session with multiple items on anticipated and existing litigation, real property negotiations, and labor negotiations. The only open-session action item is the mutual aid agreement.

• Mutual Aid Agreement for Emergency Assistance (water) among County of Mendocino, City of Ukiah, City of Fort Bragg, and other signatories
• Closed session: anticipated litigation from emergency drought declaration (1 potential case)
• Closed session: anticipated litigation (1 potential case)
• Closed session: anticipated litigation re possible termination of construction contract for cause (1 potential case)
• Closed session: existing litigation Vichy Springs Resort v. City of Ukiah (2 cases), City of Ukiah v. Questex, Siderakis v. Ukiah

The City Council approved a mutual aid agreement for emergency water assistance involving Mendocino County, the City of Ukiah, the City of Fort Bragg, and other local entities. Following this action, the Council entered a closed session to discuss various legal matters, including anticipated and existing litigation, real property negotiations, and labor negotiations. No reportable actions were taken during the closed session.

• Approved mutual aid agreement for emergency water assistance (5-0)

Diversity and Equity Standing Committee - Regular

The Equity & Diversity Committee will receive presentations on Native American tribes and communities in Mendocino County, seniors 65+, and the Ukiah Police Department. It will also hear reports on a proclamations schedule, a plan to encourage public input into the General Plan, and community services grant input. The meeting includes roll call, audience comments, and approval of July 28, 2021 minutes.

• Presentation on Native American Tribes and Communities in Mendocino County and Seniors 65+
• Presentation on the Ukiah Police Department
• Report from Ad Hoc on Proclamations Schedule
• Report from Ad Hoc on Plan to Encourage Voices and Input into the General Plan
• Report on Community Services Grant Input (Outdoor Equity Grants Program)

The committee received presentations regarding local Native American tribes, seniors, and the Ukiah Police Department. Members also approved the minutes from the July 28, 2021, meeting and provided input on the Outdoor Equity Grant program.

• Approved July 28, 2021 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Received presentation on Native American tribes and seniors
• Received presentation on Ukiah Police Department
• Determined to receive General Plan ad hoc report via email
• Determined to receive proclamation schedule ad hoc report via email
• Provided input on Outdoor Equity Grant program

Planning Commission

The Ukiah Planning Commission will consider recommending approval of the Western Hills Open Land Acquisition & Limited Development Agreement Project to the City Council. This includes acquiring and annexing approximately 707 acres, prezoning, lot line adjustments, and a development agreement with Hull Properties. The commission will also approve minutes from the July 14 meeting and hear public comments on non-agenda items.

• Initial Study & Mitigated Negative Declaration for Western Hills project (File No. 20-5915)
• Acquisition and annexation of approximately 707 acres
• Development Agreement between Hull Properties and City of Ukiah
• Prezoning and Lot Line Adjustments
• Approval of Draft Minutes of July 14, 2021

The Planning Commission voted to recommend that the City Council approve the Ukiah Western Hills Open Land Acquisition and Limited Development Agreement project. This includes the annexation of approximately 707 acres, a development agreement with Hull Properties, and specific prezoning designations for the site.

• Approved July 14, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Western Hills project and development agreement (4-1)
• Recommended adoption of ordinance for site prezoning (4-1)

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed ordinance and General Plan Amendment to implement state housing laws, including increased density and lot coverage, and will decide on duplex parking requirements. The consent calendar includes numerous routine approvals, such as a $430,773 change order for a reservoir project, a $382,410 lease-purchase of two ambulances, and a settlement agreement for $13,391.33. The council will also discuss the sale of C & S Holdings' stock to Waste Connections US, Inc., and receive a COVID-19 status report. Several closed-session items are scheduled, including anticipated litigation and real property negotiations.

• Public hearing: Ordinance amending zoning code for state housing laws, General Plan Amendment 21-01 for increased density and lot coverage
• Change Order #06 to CV Larsen for $430,773.04, extending Pressure Zone 2 South Reservoir Replacement Project to $1,206,724.09
• Lease-purchase of two 2021 North Star 147-1 Type 1 ambulances from Braun NW Inc. for $382,410 plus tax
• Settlement agreement with Defense Logistics Agency Energy for $13,391.33 regarding erroneous fuel taxes at Ukiah Regional Airport
• Resolution to change parking time limits: replacing 26 five-hour spaces with two-hour, 11 ninety-minute with two-hour, and 9 two-hour with five-hour

The Ukiah City Council approved a series of amendments to the municipal code to comply with State housing laws and set a minimum duplex parking requirement of 1.5 spaces per unit. The council also approved the sale of C & S Holdings stock and related waste collection and transfer station contracts to Waste Connections US, Inc. Additionally, the council approved a comprehensive consent calendar including various financial disbursements, grant applications, contract amendments, and equipment purchases.

• Approved minutes for July 21, 2021 (4-0) and August 2, 2021 (3-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Consent Calendar Items 7a through 7r (4-0)
• Approved minimum duplex parking requirement of 1.5 spaces per unit (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-38 approving Initial Study/Negative Declaration and General Plan Amendment No. 21-01 (4-0)
• Introduced Ordinance amending Division 9, Chapter 2 of the Ukiah Municipal Code regarding housing laws (4-0)
• Approved Assignment and Consent Waste Collection Contract (COU No. 2122-088) and Transfer Station Contract and Lease Agreement (COU No. 2122-089) for Waste Connections US, Inc. (4-0)

Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission is holding a regular meeting with a routine agenda. The main business is receiving staff reports on events, parks, golf, building maintenance, museum, recreation programs, property management, and financial matters. No votes or decisions are listed; items are for discussion only.

• Staff reports on events, parks, golf, building maintenance, museum, recreation programs, property management, and financial matters
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per person, 10 minutes per subject
• Meeting held in conference room #5 at 411 W. Clay St., Ukiah

The Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission met on June 15, 2021. The commission approved the minutes from their previous meeting and received updates from staff regarding upcoming events, park maintenance, and recreation program attendance.

• Approved May 25, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0)

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting of August 11, 2021 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 25, 2021. No items were discussed or decided at this cancelled meeting.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for August 25, 2021

Ukiah Valley Fire District

The regularly scheduled Ukiah Valley Fire District Board meeting for August 10, 2021, has been canceled. The next regular board meeting is scheduled for October 12, 2021, at 6:00 P.M. No business items are listed for this meeting.

• August 10, 2021 board meeting canceled
• Next regular meeting set for October 12, 2021 at 6:00 P.M.

Paths, Open Space and Creeks Commission

The August 5, 2021 meeting of the Paths, Open Space and Creeks Commission has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 2, 2021. No agenda items are listed for this cancelled meeting.

• Meeting cancelled for August 5, 2021
• Next regular meeting scheduled for September 2, 2021

City Council

This agenda is a notice of cancellation, not a regular meeting. The Ukiah City Council's August 4, 2021, meeting has been cancelled, and the next regular meeting is scheduled for August 18, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. in the Ukiah Civic Center Council Chamber. No items are scheduled for discussion or decision at this cancelled meeting.

• Regular City Council meeting of August 4, 2021, cancelled
• Next meeting: August 18, 2021, 6:00 p.m., Ukiah Civic Center Council Chamber, 300 Seminary Ave.

Airport Commission

The Ukiah Airport Commission will meet to discuss airport operations, including financial reports for 2020 and 2021, fuel data from 2009-2021, and maintenance updates. The commission will also review FAA grants, projects, and status reports regarding the North East Corner and Ukiah Aviation Services.

• Review of 2020 and 2021 airport balance sheets and year-to-date financials
• Review of fuel sales data from 2009-2021
• Discussion of FAA grants and airport projects
• Airport maintenance report

The Commission approved the minutes from June 1, 2021, and created an ad hoc committee for the North East Corner. Staff received reports on FAA grants, land use compatibility, finances, and maintenance. The Commission provided comments to staff regarding improvements to a one-page business plan.

• Approved June 1, 2021 minutes
• Created North East Corner ad hoc committee

City Council

The City Council will meet in closed session to discuss legal, real property, and labor matters. No public business items are listed for open discussion on this agenda.

• Litigation regarding emergency drought declaration
• Potential termination of a construction contract for cause
• Existing litigation: City of Ukiah v. Questex, LTD, et al
• Real property negotiations for multiple APN parcels
• Real property negotiations with Noble Vineyard Management

Diversity and Equity Standing Committee - Regular

The Ukiah Equity & Diversity Committee will receive presentations on LGBTQ+ and Persons of Color demographic groups, hear reports from ad hoc committees on proclamations and General Plan input, and receive updates from the Ukiah Valley Fire Authority and Map One Mendocino. The meeting also includes approval of the June 30, 2021 minutes and public comments.

• Receive presentation on LGBTQ+ and Persons of Color demographic groups (20 min)
• Approve minutes of June 30, 2021 regular meeting
• Receive report on recommended schedule of proclamations for City of Ukiah
• Receive report on plan to encourage voices and input into General Plan
• Receive presentation from Ukiah Valley Fire Authority (20 min)

The committee received several informational presentations and reports during its July 28, 2021, meeting. Members formally approved the minutes from the current meeting session.

• Approved minutes for the July 28, 2021 meeting (8-0)
• Received presentation on LGBTQ+ and Persons of Color demographic groups
• Received status report on General Plan input plan
• Received status report on City of Ukiah proclamation schedule
• Received presentation from Ukiah Valley Fire Authority
• Received report on Map One Mendocino

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for July 28, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 11, 2021.

Design Review Board Regular Meeting

The Design Review Board will review a proposed major site development permit for a U-Haul self-storage and rental facility at 675 N. Orchard Avenue and make a recommendation to the Planning Commission. The board will also approve minutes from the May 27, 2021 meeting and hear public comments on non-agenda items.

• Major Site Development Permit for U-Haul Self-Storage and Rental Facility at 675 N. Orchard Avenue (APNs 002-030-09 & 10), File No. 21-6246
• Review of site plan, landscape plan, floor plan, building elevations, and colors/materials
• Approval of minutes from May 27, 2021 meeting

The Design Review Board reviewed a proposed U-Haul self-storage and rental facility at 675 N. Orchard Avenue and voted to recommend changes to the Planning Commission, including more parking-lot trees, varied western elevation planes, a vegetative visual barrier, and a more earthen color instead of white. The Board also voted 3-1 to recommend that the proposed use is not compatible with the surrounding retail and residential environment under the Design Guidelines for Projects Outside the Downtown Design District. Both votes were recommendations to the Planning Commission, which makes the final decision. The Board also approved its May 27, 2021 special meeting minutes and noted two board vacancies.

• Approved May 27, 2021 Special Meeting minutes as submitted (all aye, voice vote)
• Recommended to Planning Commission: increase parking-lot trees, diversify western elevation planes, add vegetative visual barrier, change white color to earthen tone (4 ayes, roll call)
• Recommended to Planning Commission: proposed use not compatible with surrounding retail and residential environment (3 ayes, 1 no — Morrow)

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will hold a regular meeting with several routine consent items, including contracts for engineering and water treatment services. The council will also hold a public hearing on updating the Community Services fee schedule, consider the 2021/2022 Capital Improvement Plan for the Ukiah Valley Golf Course, and receive updates on the COVID-19 emergency. Closed session items include potential litigation and real property negotiations.

• Public hearing on updating Community Services fee schedule (recreation, parks, pools, conference center, museum)
• Approval of 2021/2022 Capital Improvement Plan for Ukiah Valley Golf Course and amended Cart Barn Lease with Ukiah Men's Golf Club
• Contract amendment #3 to SHN Consulting Engineers for $49,200 for Pressure Zone 2 South Reservoir project
• Contract with Larry Walker and Associates for $140,000 for NPDES and recycled water permit assistance
• Purchase of filter media for wastewater treatment plant from WesTech Inc. for $37,080

The City Council approved a new Emergency Operations Plan and updated the fee schedule for community services. The council also authorized several water resource contracts and approved the 2021/2022 Capital Improvement Plan for the Ukiah Valley Golf Course.

• Adopted Resolution 2021-34 adopting the City of Ukiah Emergency Operations Plan (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-33 updating the fee schedule for Community Services (4-0)
• Approved 2021/2022 Capital Improvement Plan for Ukiah Valley Golf Course and related lease amendments (3-0)
• Approved $140,000 contract with Larry Walker and Associates for permitting assistance (4-0)
• Approved $49,200 contract amendment for Pressure Zone 2 South Reservoir project (4-0)
• Approved $26,020 contract with Stone Creek Environmental Consulting for storm sewer permit services (4-0)
• Authorized performance agreement with Greater Ukiah Chamber of Commerce for Visit Ukiah program (4-0)
• Cancelled the August 4, 2021, Regular City Council Meeting (4-0)

Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission is meeting for a regular session. The agenda includes roll call, introductions, petitions, minutes approval, audience comments, and commissioner reports. No specific action items or proposals are listed; the meeting appears to be primarily procedural and informational.

• Audience comments limited to 3 minutes per person, 10 minutes per subject
• Staff reports on events, parks, golf, building maintenance, museum, recreation programs, property management, and financial matters
• Unfinished business and new business listed as discussion only

The commission approved the minutes from the April 20, 2021, meeting. Staff provided updates on upcoming summer programs, including the Sunday in the Park Concerts and Summer Safari Daycamp. No new business was introduced.

• Approved Minutes of April 20th, 2021 (4-0)

Fire Executive Committee

The Ukiah Valley Fire Authority's Fire Executive Committee is meeting to approve the draft minutes from May 12, 2021, and to adopt a new governance meeting schedule via Resolution 2021-1. The agenda also includes public comment, chief's reports, and a possible closed session.

• Approval of draft minutes from May 12, 2021 special meeting
• Approval of new Fire Executive Committee governance meeting schedule
• Approval of Resolution 2021-1 for the governance meeting schedule

The Special Meeting of the Fire Executive Committee was adjourned at 4:13 p.m. because a quorum was not present. No substantive decisions were made.

Planning Commission

The Ukiah Planning Commission will consider recommending approval to the City Council of a draft resolution and ordinance that would amend the General Plan and City Code to allow increased density and lot coverage, in line with state housing laws. The commission will also approve minutes from the June 23 meeting and hear public comments on non-agenda items.

• Draft Initial Study/Negative Declaration for General Plan Amendment
• Ordinance amending Division 9, Chapter 2 of City Code for housing element implementation
• Changes to R-1, R-2, R-3, C-N, C-1, C-2 zoning districts
• Objective standards and flexible parking options
• Approval of June 23, 2021 draft minutes

The Ukiah Planning Commission approved minutes from June 23, 2021, and recommended that the City Council approve a negative declaration, General Plan amendment, and municipal code changes to allow increased housing density and lot coverage. Commissioners also reached a consensus to cancel the upcoming July 28, 2021 meeting.

• Approved June 23, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Cancelled the July 28, 2021 meeting by consensus
• Recommended City Council approval of Initial Study/Negative Declaration, General Plan Amendment, and ordinance for housing density and code updates (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several ordinances regarding water and sewer fee apportionment and airport land use compatibility. The meeting also includes discussions on business assistance guidelines and professional service agreements.

• Ordinance amending water and sewer fee apportionment for mobilehome parks and apartments
• Ordinance requiring compliance with the 2020 Ukiah Municipal Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan
• Amendment to professional services agreement with Community Development Services up to $25,434
• Resolution adopting CDBG Business Assistance Program Guidelines
• Resolution approving side letter agreements for all collective bargaining units

The Ukiah City Council approved a consent calendar covering new labor side letters, two ordinance adoptions on water/sewer fee apportionment and airport land-use compliance, a $25,434 consulting amendment, a water line project completion, and an electric facilities security plan. In unfinished business, the council adopted Resolution 2021-31 setting CDBG Business Assistance Program guidelines and authorized the City Manager to negotiate and execute a performance agreement with the Economic Development and Financing Corporation. All votes were 5-0 with no abstentions. The council then adjourned to closed session, where direction was given to staff.

• Approved minutes of the June 16 regular and June 29 special meetings (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar items 7a-7f, including labor side letters and Resolution 2021-29 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1214 on apportionment of water and sewer fees to tenants in mobilehome parks and apartment complexes (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1215 requiring compliance with the 2020 Ukiah Municipal Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan (5-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 3 with Community Development Services, not to exceed $25,434, for CDBG loan underwriting (5-0)
• Approved Notice of Completion and final payment plus 5% retention to Diamond D Construction, LLC for the 12-inch water line replacement (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-30 for the Electric Facilities Physical Security Plan (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-31 for CDBG Business Assistance Program Guidelines and authorized a performance agreement with EDFC (5-0)

Zoning Administrator

The Ukiah Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to consider a Minor Use Permit for cannabis processing and distribution uses in two existing buildings at 120 Brush Street (APN 002-040-32, File No. 21-6195). Staff recommends conditional approval. The meeting also includes routine items: approval of June 7, 2021 minutes, site visit verification, and audience comments on non-agenda items.

• Minor Use Permit for cannabis processing and distribution at 120 Brush Street, APN 002-040-32, File No. 21-6195
• Staff recommends conditional approval of the permit
• Approval of Zoning Administrator minutes from June 7, 2021 hearing
• Public hearing with appeal rights: written appeal to City Clerk within 10 days of decision

Paths, Open Space and Creeks Commission

The Paths, Open Space and Creeks Commission will discuss and provide preliminary recommendations on the 2040 General Plan update, focusing on the existing Open Space and Transportation Elements from 1995. They will also receive updates on the Orr Creek Pedestrian Pathway and Bridge, the Ukiah Western Hills Open Land Acquisition, and the Creek Setback Ordinance implementation. The meeting is remote and includes routine items like approving the June 3, 2021 minutes.

• Discussion of 2040 General Plan Update: review Open Space & Transportation Elements (1995) and provide preliminary recommendations
• Staff update on Orr Creek Pedestrian Pathway and Bridge funding
• Staff update on Ukiah Western Hills Open Land Acquisition & Limited Development Agreement
• Review of Creek Setback Ordinance recommendation letter to City Council (Feb 5, 2021)
• Preliminary update on City View Trail as part of Low Gap Park trail network

Diversity and Equity Standing Committee - Regular

The Equity & Diversity Committee will receive a presentation from the Community Services Department, approve minutes from the May 26 meeting, and set its regular meeting date to the fourth Wednesday of each month from 6:00-7:30 PM. They will also hear introductions to the 2040 General Plan website and the Equity Action Plan, and consider appointing ad hoc groups for proclamations and General Plan input.

• Receive presentation from Community Services Department
• Approve minutes for May 26, 2021 regular meeting
• Establish fourth Wednesday of each month, 6:00-7:30 PM, as regular meeting time
• Introduction of 2040 General Plan website
• Presentation on development of Equity Action Plan

The City of Ukiah Equity and Diversity Committee approved minutes from its May 26, 2021 regular meeting and voted to establish the fourth Wednesday of each month, 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM, as its regular meeting date and time. The committee appointed two ad hoc groups: Members Tognoli and Martinez to develop a recommended schedule of proclamations, and Members Stern and Orozco to develop a plan to encourage voices and support input into the General Plan. City staff gave presentations on the Community Services Department, the 2040 General Plan website, and the Equity Action Plan, but no decisions were recorded on those items.

• Approved minutes of the May 26, 2021 regular meeting (8-0, 2 absent)
• Established fourth Wednesday of each month, 6:00-7:30 PM, as regular meeting time (8-0, 2 absent)
• Appointed Members Tognoli and Martinez to ad hoc on proclamation schedule (8-0, 2 absent)
• Appointed Members Stern and Orozco to ad hoc on General Plan input (7-0, 3 absent)

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Ukiah City Council with a single substantive item: a closed session to discuss real property negotiations. The council will confer with the city manager as negotiator regarding price and terms of payment for multiple properties with Dave Hull and Ric Piffero. No other business is listed; the rest of the agenda is procedural (roll call, public comment, adjournment).

• Closed session under Gov't Code 54956.8 for real property negotiations
• Properties include APNs 003-500-19, 003-190-08, 057-050-12, and others
• Negotiator: Sage Sangiacomo, City Manager
• Negotiating parties: Dave Hull and Ric Piffero
• Subject: price and terms of payment

The Ukiah City Council met in a special session to discuss price and terms of payment for various real property parcels. Following the closed session, staff was given direction by the Council.

• Provided direction to staff regarding real property negotiations

Planning Commission

The Ukiah Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting with routine items like approving minutes and hearing public comments. The main item is a recommendation to the City Council on a proposed ordinance to amend the Ukiah Municipal Code for housing element implementation and state housing law compliance, but staff recommends continuing it to the July 14 meeting. No other substantive decisions are on the agenda.

• Approval of draft minutes from June 9, 2021 regular meeting
• Proposed ordinance amending Division 9, Chapter 2 of Ukiah Municipal Code for housing element tasks and state housing law compliance (recommended to continue to July 14)
• Appeal deadline for agenda items is July 5, 2021
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per person, 10 minutes per subject

The Ukiah Planning Commission met on June 23, 2021 with three of five commissioners present. The Commission approved the minutes of its June 9, 2021 regular meeting and continued a proposed ordinance amending Division 9, Chapter 2 of the Ukiah Municipal Code — intended to carry out General Plan Housing Element tasks and comply with new state housing laws — to its July 14, 2021 meeting. No other substantive business was decided; there was no public comment, no consent calendar items, and no unfinished business.

• Approved June 9, 2021 regular meeting minutes (3-0, two absent)
• Continued proposed housing ordinance amending Division 9, Chapter 2 of the Ukiah Municipal Code to July 14, 2021 (3-0, two absent)

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will hold a regular meeting on June 16, 2021, with several significant items. The council is set to adopt the 2021-22 fiscal year budget, including the five-year capital improvement plan and related resolutions. They will also consider introducing an ordinance to require compliance with the 2020 Ukiah Municipal Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan. Additionally, the council will discuss a response to the County of Mendocino regarding Project Homekey 2.0 and receive an update on the COVID-19 emergency.

• Adoption of FY 2021-22 budget, Gann Limit, and financial/debt management policies
• Introduction of ordinance to add Section 9004 requiring compliance with 2020 Ukiah Municipal Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan
• Approval of 4-year CAL Fire dispatch agreement up to $356,303 per year
• Approval of $15,198 transfer from General Fund to Golf Fund for storm drain project
• Discussion of response to County of Mendocino regarding Project Homekey 2.0

The Ukiah City Council approved the 2021-22 fiscal year budget, Gann Limit resolution, and financial and debt management policies during its regular meeting. The council also introduced an ordinance requiring compliance with the Ukiah Municipal Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan and accepted American Rescue Plan Act recovery funds. Additionally, the council terminated the emergency declaration for the Yosemite Drive Water Main repair.

• Approved minutes for previous June 2 and June 3, 2021 meetings (5-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar items 7a-7b, including May 2021 disbursements and a $15,198 transfer to the Golf Fund (5-0)
• Approved a 4-year fire and emergency medical dispatching agreement with CAL FIRE for up to $356,303 per year (Consent)
• Authorized agreement with Redwood Valley Calpella Fire District for the sale and placement of a 60' electric utility pole (Consent)
• Authorized City Manager to accept U.S. Department of the Treasury American Rescue Plan Act local fiscal recovery funds (Consent)
• Introduced an ordinance adding Section 9004 to City Code requiring compliance with the Ukiah Municipal Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan (5-0)
• Approved and adopted the 2021-22 fiscal year budget, Gann Limit resolution, financial and debt management policies, and Ukiah Valley Sanitation District budget agreement (5-0)
• Recognized the termination of the Yosemite Drive Water Main emergency repair conditions (5-0)

Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission

The Commission will hold a regular meeting to conduct roll call and review staff reports. Discussion is limited to unfinished business and reports from the Community Services Department.

• Community Services Department staff reports regarding events, parks, golf, and maintenance
• Community Services Department staff reports regarding museum, recreation, and property management
• Review of financial matters

The Ukiah Parks, Recreation and Golf Commission met on April 20, 2021, and approved the minutes from the previous March 16, 2021 meeting. Commissioners and staff also heard informational reports on upcoming events, community services, parks, recreation programs, and the golf course budget, with no other formal actions taken.

• Approved minutes of the March 16th, 2021 meeting (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Ukiah Planning Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes and hear public comments. The main item is a staff recommendation to continue the Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Ukiah Western Hills Open Land Acquisition & Limited Development Agreement Project to a later date. No final decisions are expected on this item at this meeting.

• Approval of minutes from May 26, 2021 regular meeting
• Staff recommends continuing Western Hills Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration (File No. 20-5915)
• Public comments on non-agenda items limited to 3 minutes per person
• Appeals of planning decisions must be filed by June 21, 2021

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the May 26, 2021, meeting. The commission voted to continue the Ukiah Western Hills Open Land Acquisition & Limited Development Agreement Project to a future date.

• Approved May 26, 2021, Regular Meeting Minutes (4-0)
• Continued Ukiah Western Hills Open Land Acquisition & Limited Development Agreement Project (5-0)

Ukiah Valley Fire District

The Ukiah Valley Fire District Board of Directors will consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2021-22 Fire Authority budget and approving a five-year professional services agreement with InterWest Consulting Group for fire/life safety plan review services. The board will also present service proclamations to four volunteers and approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Adoption of FY 2021-22 Ukiah Valley Fire Authority budget
• Five-year agreement with InterWest Consulting Group for Fire/Life Safety Plan Review Services (as-needed, contingent on budget)
• Proclamations for Mike Mayfield, Tori Carpenter, Joyce Boghosian, and Jason Gilman for volunteer service
• Approval of minutes from April 13, 2021 regular meeting and May 18, 2021 special meeting

The Ukiah Valley Fire District Board of Directors approved a five-year professional services agreement with InterWest Consulting Group for Fire/Life Safety Plan Review Services, on an as-needed basis and contingent on budget availability. The board also approved adoption of the Tentative (Preliminary) Ukiah Valley Fire Authority Budget for Fiscal Year 2021-2022. Both motions carried 5-0. The board approved minutes from its April 13, 2021 regular meeting and May 18, 2021 special meeting, and no closed session was held.

• Approved minutes of April 13, 2021 regular meeting and May 18, 2021 special meeting (5-0)
• Approved five-year professional services agreement with InterWest Consulting Group for Fire/Life Safety Plan Review Services, as-needed and contingent on budget availability (5-0)
• Approved adoption of the Tentative (Preliminary) Ukiah Valley Fire Authority Budget for Fiscal Year 2021-2022 (5-0)

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will hold public hearings regarding three minor use permit applications. These requests involve residential conversion of a commercial building and outdoor shade canopies for local businesses.

• Minor Use Permit for residential use of a commercial structure at 330 North Main Street
• Minor Use Permit for Cultivo outdoor shade canopy at 108 W Standley Street
• Minor Use Permit for Left Coast Seafood outdoor shade canopy at 110 W Standley Street
• Approval of February 16, 2021, meeting minutes

City Council

The Ukiah City Council is holding a special meeting to continue a presentation on the draft 2021-22 fiscal year budget and the draft five-year Capital Improvement Plan. The recommended action is to receive the budget overview presentation. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Draft 2021-22 Fiscal Year City Budget presentation
• Draft Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for FYE 2022
• Vehicle & Heavy Equipment Justifications for FY 21-22

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will hold a special meeting to continue a presentation of the draft 2021-22 fiscal year City budget. The council will also review the draft Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan.

• Presentation of the Draft 2021-22 Fiscal Year City Budget
• Presentation of the Draft Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan
• Review of Vehicle & Heavy Equipment Justifications for FY 21-22

The minutes show a City Council budget workshop session on June 3, 2021, with staff presentations from the City Manager, Deputy City Manager, Finance Director, and other department heads. The record lists attendees, staff names, and session times but does not record any motions, votes, approvals, denials, or tabled items. No public comment was received. Because the supplied minutes are largely procedural and contain no recorded outcomes, no substantive decisions can be reported.

Paths, Open Space, and Creeks Commission

The Paths, Open Space, and Creeks Commission will hold a regular remote meeting. The main item is a discussion of a General Plan research report update presented by Commissioner Jeanne Wetzel Chinn. The agenda also includes approval of the May 13, 2021 special meeting minutes and standard procedural items.

• Discussion of General Plan Research Report – Update (Commissioner Jeanne Wetzel Chinn)
• Approve May 13, 2021 Special Meeting Minutes
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per person, 10 minutes per subject

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss and potentially adopt the 2020 Urban Water Management Plan and Water Shortage Contingency Plan. The council will also consider updates to the city's investment policy, a draft budget for fiscal year 2021-22, and several contracts and purchases. The agenda includes multiple closed-session items on litigation and negotiations.

• Public hearing on 2020 Urban Water Management Plan and Water Shortage Contingency Plan
• Consider revisions to City's investment policy after PFM presentation
• Contract with NEOGOV for cloud-based recruiting module, $39,908 for three years
• Purchase of Caterpillar 304E2 excavator from Peterson Cat for $84,425.10
• Introduction of ordinance amending water and sewer fee apportionment for mobilehome parks and apartments

The minutes record a public hearing that opened and closed at 7:41 p.m. with no public comment received. The council also handled a series of consent and staff items, and direction was given to staff. The minutes do not record any substantive decisions, approvals, denials, or vote tallies; the text is largely procedural and item numbers are listed without outcomes.

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will hold a special meeting to receive a presentation on the draft 2021-22 fiscal year city budget. The session also includes a presentation of the draft five-year Capital Improvement Plan.

• Presentation of the Draft 2021-22 Fiscal Year City Budget
• Presentation of the Draft Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan

The Ukiah City Council held a special meeting on June 2, 2021, that was largely a presentation. Finance Director Dan Buffalo presented the Draft 2021-22 Fiscal Year City Budget and the Draft Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan. No public comment was received, and the minutes record no votes, approvals, denials, or other substantive decisions. The meeting adjourned at 5:51 p.m.

Airport Commission

The Ukiah Airport Commission is holding a regular meeting with reports on FAA grants/projects, the Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan, monthly financial/budget data including fuel sales and balance sheets, maintenance, the North East Corner, and a one-page business plan. The agenda is mostly routine reports and discussions, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Receive report on FAA grants/projects
• Receive report on Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan
• Receive monthly financial/budget report with YTD fuel sales and balance sheets for 2020 and 2021
• Discussion of North East Corner
• Review of one-page Ukiah Airport Business Plan

The Ukiah Airport Commission met on June 1, 2021 and approved the minutes of its May 4, 2021 meeting. The commission received reports on FAA grants/projects, the Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan, monthly financial/budget matters, and airport maintenance. It created an ad hoc committee for the North East Corner and gave staff comments on improving a one-page airport business plan. Commissioner Crane said he will not renew his seat on the commission.

• Approved May 4, 2021 minutes
• Received report on FAA grants/projects
• Received report on Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan
• Received report on airport monthly financial/budget/ad hoc matters
• Received report on airport maintenance
• Created ad hoc committee for North East Corner
• Gave staff comments on improving the one-page airport business plan

Design Review Board Regular Meeting

The Design Review Board will meet virtually to discuss planned maintenance and restoration for Alex Thomas Plaza. The board will also review and consider approving meeting minutes from June 2020.

• Presentation and discussion regarding planned maintenance/restoration to Alex Thomas Plaza
• Approval of June 10, 2020 Special Meeting Minutes
• Approval of June 25, 2020 Meeting Minutes

The Design Review Board approved draft minutes from two prior special meetings by all-aye voice votes. A presentation on planned maintenance and restoration to Alex Thomas Plaza was carried over, then later the Board decided not to place it on the next agenda. The Board also reached consensus to hold Design Review Board meetings no less than every six months.

• Approved June 10, 2020 Special Meeting minutes as submitted (all aye)
• Approved June 25, 2020 Special Meeting minutes as submitted (all aye)
• Carried over Alex Thomas Plaza maintenance/restoration presentation, then decided not to include it on the next agenda
• Consensus to hold Design Review Board meetings no less than every six months

Planning Commission

The Ukiah Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, and consider two main items. They will vote on a mural permit for the Arbor Youth Resource Center at 810 North State Street, and receive a status update on the Ukiah Western Hills Open Land Acquisition & Limited Development Agreement Project, with a staff request to continue that public hearing to June 9, 2021.

• Mural Permit for Arbor Youth Resource Center at 810 North State Street (APN 002-080-36)
• Continuance of Ukiah Western Hills Open Land Acquisition & Limited Development Agreement Project to June 9, 2021
• Approval of minutes from May 12, 2021 regular meeting

The Planning Commission approved a mural permit for the Arbor Youth Resource Center at 810 North State Street, subject to the conditions in the staff report and compliance with all applicable City Codes. The vote was 4-0, with Chair Christensen absent. The Commission also voted 4-0 to continue the Western Hills Open Land Acquisition & Limited Development Agreement Project to the June 9, 2021 meeting or soon thereafter. No other substantive business was decided.

• Approved mural permit for Arbor Youth Resource Center at 810 North State Street, subject to staff report conditions and applicable City Codes (4-0, Chair Christensen absent)
• Continued the Western Hills Open Land Acquisition & Limited Development Agreement Project to the June 9, 2021 meeting or soon thereafter (4-0, Chair Christensen absent)
• Approved the May 12, 2021 regular meeting minutes (4-0, Chair Christensen absent)

Diversity and Equity Standing Committee - Regular

The Ukiah Equity and Diversity Committee approved the April 28, 2021 meeting minutes and elected Darren Jackson as Vice-Chair. The committee also approved its agreements, norms, and meeting structure with a minor amendment, and received reports on the 2040 General Plan and hybrid meeting options.

• Approved April 28, 2021 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Elected Darren Jackson as Vice-Chair (9-0)
• Approved Committee Agreements, Norms, and Meeting Structure with amendments (8-1)

Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission is holding a regular meeting with a standard agenda including roll call, minutes approval, and audience comments. The main substantive item is a discussion-only review of Community Services Department staff reports covering events, parks, golf, building maintenance, museum, recreation programs, property management, and financial matters. No new business or action items are listed.

• Discussion of Community Services Department staff reports (events, parks, golf, building maintenance, museum, recreation programs, property management, financial matters)
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per person, 10 minutes per subject
• Meeting held in conference room #5 at 411 W. Clay St., Ukiah

The Parks, Recreation and Golf Commission approved the minutes of its February 16, 2021 meeting by roll call vote (AYES: Vincent, Sadowski, Knopf; NOES: None; ABSENT: Bitonti-Brown). The rest of the meeting consisted of staff reports: Recreation Supervisor Jake Burgess said vaccinations were going well enough to plan three Movies in the Plaza events (Moonlight Movie Madness) with social distancing and a late-summer Sundays in the Park concert series, that parks are still cleaned daily, the Skate Park remains open later, and the Oak Manor Grant was submitted. No new business, closed session, or other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved Minutes of February 16th, 2021 (AYES: Vincent, Sadowski, Knopf; NOES: None; ABSENT: Bitonti-Brown)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:15 pm (Sadowski motion, Vincent second)

City Council

The City Council will review the 2021-22 Capital Improvement Program budget and discuss COVID-19 operational responses. The agenda includes several contract awards for pedestrian improvements, airport design reimbursements, and city equipment.

• Award of $42,244 to Northwest Construction Inc. for pedestrian access at South Dora Street and Luce Avenue
• FAA reimbursement of $218,851 for Ukiah Municipal Airport runway design
• Purchase of an Elgin Single Engine Crosswind Street Sweeper for $298,071.44
• Professional services agreement up to $81,385 with The KPA Group for ADA improvements at 501 South State Street
• Resolution to remove approximately 220 lineal feet of on-street parking at 1100 Hastings Road

The minutes for the May 19, 2021 Ukiah City Council meeting are largely procedural and fragmentary. The council received a proclamation, reports, and a presentation, and gave direction to staff. The record shows the council adjourned to closed session at 8:51 p.m., but the supplied text does not establish any substantive motions, votes, or outcomes.

Ukiah Valley Fire District

The Board is considering a resolution to annex certain City of Ukiah parcels into the Ukiah Valley Fire District. This includes discussions regarding the annexation and subsequent Service District Amendment (SDA) for these specific areas.

• Resolution of Application to Annex the City of Ukiah into the Ukiah Valley Fire District
• Annexation Justification of Proposal: A Plan for Services for Fire District Annexation
• Service District Amendment Justification of Proposal: A Plan for Services for Fire District Service District Amendment

At a special meeting on May 18, 2021, the Ukiah Valley Fire District Board of Directors adopted a resolution of application to annex the City of Ukiah into the district and to amend the district's Sphere of Influence to include the City of Ukiah. The motion by Bazzani and Bushby carried 5-0, with all directors present voting yes and no abstentions. The meeting also included a report from the Fire Chief and volunteers, but no other substantive actions were taken. The board adjourned at 6:28 P.M.

• Adopted resolution of application to annex the City of Ukiah into the Ukiah Valley Fire District (5-0)
• Amended the Ukiah Valley Fire District's Sphere of Influence to include the City of Ukiah (5-0)

Paths, Open Space and Creeks Commission

The Paths, Open Space and Creeks Commission is meeting remotely to discuss land acquisition and general plan research. The body will also review the March meeting minutes and discuss community safety at Low Gap Park.

• Discussion of Ukiah Western Hills Open Land Acquisition Limited Development Agreement
• Review of General Plan Research Report
• Discussion regarding conditions and community safety at Low Gap Park
• Approval of March regular meeting minutes

The Paths, Open Space, and Creeks Commission met May 13, 2021 and approved the March 4, 2021 meeting minutes with an attached letter. On the Western Hills Open Land Acquisition and Limited Development Agreement, staff answered questions but the commission took no action; commissioners were told they could respond individually using their commissioner title, with comments due by May 20. The commission also continued its general plan research report discussion to a later meeting and received a staff update on fire safety at Low Gap Park.

• Approved March 4, 2021 meeting minutes with the approved letter (Item 6a) attached (Prout/Knox)
• No action taken on POSCC response to Ukiah Western Hills Open Land Acquisition and Limited Development Agreement
• Continued discussion of the prepared general plan research report to a subsequent meeting
• Received staff update on safety at Low Gap Park; staff to follow up with Ukiah Police Department and Ukiah Valley Fire Authority

Fire Executive Committee

The committee will review the proposed Fire Authority budget for the upcoming fiscal year. Members will also receive staff reports regarding ongoing annexation efforts.

• Approval of March and May special meeting draft minutes
• Staff report on ongoing annexation efforts
• Introduction of proposed Fire Authority budget for Fiscal Year

The Committee reached a consensus to accept the recommended 2021/2022 budget for both agencies and proceed with a loan from the City. The committee also approved minutes from two previous special meetings.

• Approved minutes from March 10, 2021 and May 15, 2020 special meetings (4-0)
• Accepted recommended FY 2021-2022 budget by consensus
• Agreed to move forward with loan from the City by consensus

Planning Commission

The Commission will consider a major use permit for cannabis processing and a non-appointment for the Vice Chair position. Staff also recommends approving previous meeting minutes.

• Public hearing for a major use permit for cannabis processing and non-storefront retail delivery at Wauch Lane
• Nomination and appointment of Vice Chair of the Planning Commission
• Approval of draft minutes from a previous regular meeting

The Planning Commission conditionally approved a Major Use Permit for cannabis processing, distribution, and non-storefront retail delivery in an existing building at 902 Waugh Lane, voting 4-1 with Commissioner Hilliker opposed. The Commission also appointed Mark Hilliker as Vice Chair, with Hilliker abstaining. Commissioners agreed by consensus to reorganize officer positions in person once meetings resume, starting May 2022. The April 28, 2021 minutes were approved and no public comment or appeal matters were received.

• Approved Major Use Permit for cannabis processing, distribution, and non-storefront retail delivery at 902 Waugh Lane (4-1, Hilliker opposed)
• Approved April 28, 2021 regular meeting minutes (5-0)
• Appointed Mark Hilliker as Vice Chair (4-0, Hilliker abstained)
• Consensus to reorganize Commission officers in person when meetings resume, beginning May 2022

Paths, Open Space and Creeks Commission

The scheduled meeting of the Paths, Open Space and Creeks Commission for May 6, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 4, 2021.

City Council

The City Council will review several items including water system upgrades, utility contract amendments, and federal grant opportunities. The meeting also includes discussions on the status of the Novel Coronavirus and various legal conferences.

• Approval of plans and specifications for Slurry Seal of Local Streets
• Authorization of Federal Aviation Administration Airport Coronavirus Relief Grant Offer
• Purchase of an algae control system for the Recycled Water System from L Sonic LLC
• Budget amendment for Carollo Engineers regarding the Recycled Water Phase Project
• Award of contract to LC2 and associates for the Electric Service Center Site Improvement Project

The Ukiah City Council approved the purchase of a 2018 Braun/Chevy Type III demo ambulance for $156,418.75 and awarded a $2,693,933.50 contract to CWS Construction Group for the Electric Service Center site work. The council also approved the consent calendar, continued emergency repairs on the Yosemite Drive Water Main, and supported rail banking the NCRA corridor from Cloverdale to Willits.

• Accepted urgency item and approved purchase of 2018 Braun/Chevy Type III demo ambulance for $156,418.75 (4-0)
• Approved April 21, 2020 special and regular meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar Items 7a through 7i, including FAA grant, water and electric contracts, and debt payment (4-0)
• Determined emergency conditions continue for Yosemite Drive Water Main repair without competitive bidding (4-0)
• Approved bid withdrawal for FRC, Inc. and awarded $2,693,933.50 contract to CWS Construction Group for Electric Service Center Site Work (4-0)
• Authorized Mayor to sign letter supporting rail banking of NCRA corridor from Cloverdale to Willits (4-0)

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission meets to receive routine reports on FAA grants, land-use planning, finances, maintenance, and observation-area projects. Commissioners will also provide input on the draft Ukiah Regional Airport Business Plan for May 2021.

• Receive FAA Grants/Projects report
• Receive Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan report
• Review 2020–2021 financial statements and year-to-date fuel sales
• Provide input on the draft Ukiah Regional Airport Business Plan (May 2021)

The Commission approved the minutes from the April 6, 2021 meeting. The board received reports on FAA grants, land use compatibility, finances, maintenance, and observation area dedications. Members expressed that the Ukiah Airport Business Plan was too large and its intended audience was unclear.

• Approved April 6, 2021 minutes

Planning Commission

The Ukiah Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting with mostly procedural items: approving minutes, receiving reports, and discussing the commissioner orientation packet. No major decisions, rezonings, or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Approval of April 14, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Planning Commissioner's Orientation Packet
• Receive Major Advanced Planning Projects Report
• Receive Director's Report
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per person

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the April 14, 2021, meeting. The commission directed staff to provide future reports on the progress of a park in the Wagonseller neighborhood.

• Approved April 14, 2021, Regular Meeting Minutes (5-0)
• Directed staff to bring back reports on a park in the Wagonseller neighborhood

Diversity and Equity Standing Committee - Regular

The Equity and Diversity Committee will meet to organize its foundational operations. The committee plans to elect a chair, designate a secretary, and set a regular monthly meeting schedule.

• Oath of Office for new members
• Establishment of regular meetings for the last Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m.
• Approval to use GoToMeeting or similar online platforms for meetings
• Approval of procedures to establish agendas
• Election of Committee Chair and designation of Committee Secretary

Bid Opening

The Ukiah City Council will open sealed bids for unspecified projects during a public bid-opening session. No further decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

City Council

The City Council will consider several budget amendments for electrical and utility projects. The meeting also includes discussions on an animal shelter agreement with Mendocino County and emergency repairs for a water main.

• $250,000 budget amendment for State Street Electric Utility Underground Project
• $150,930.50 agreement with Mendocino County for animal shelter costs
• $75,000 budget amendment for Yokayo Court Electrical System Improvement Project
• Emergency repair determination for the Yosemite Drive Water Main
• $16,095.31 purchase order for a Wastewater Treatment Plant server

The City Council approved several budget amendments for electric utility projects and a cost-sharing agreement with Mendocino County for an animal shelter. The council also determined that emergency conditions persist for the Yosemite Drive water main repair.

• Approved $75,000 budget amendment for Yokayo Court Electrical Infrastructure Improvement Project
• Approved $250,000 budget amendment for State Street Electric Utility Underground Project
• Approved $150,930.50 agreement with Mendocino County for animal shelter construction and services
• Authorized participation in California Intergovernmental Risk Authority Workers' Compensation Program
• Approved purchase of PowerEdge T640 Tower Server for Wastewater Treatment Plant for $16,095.31
• Authorized emergency repairs at Well #4 by Bartley Pump PM, LLC for $19,693
• Determined emergency conditions continue for Yosemite Drive Water Main repair without competitive bidding
• Approved minutes from April 6, 7 (special), and April 7 (regular) meetings

City Council

The Ukiah City Council is holding a special meeting to review mid-year departmental budget and objectives progress for fiscal year 2020-21, and to review draft objectives for fiscal year 2021-22. The council will also receive and review the Ukiah Police Department's Annual Report for 2020, including crime graphs. No formal votes are scheduled; the items are for discussion and review.

• Mid-Year Departmental Budget and Objectives Progress Review for FY 2020-21
• Review of Draft Objectives for FY 2021-22
• Police Department Annual Report Review for 2020
• Crime Graphs attachment

The Ukiah City Council met in a special virtual meeting on April 21, 2021, to review the mid-year budget report and departmental objectives for Fiscal Year 2020-21 and draft objectives for Fiscal Year 2021-22. Departments presented progress reports, including Public Works (fleet, engineering, corp yard, landfill, streets) and Police. No public comment was received, and the minutes record no motions, votes, or formal decisions; the meeting adjourned at 5:25 p.m.

Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission will hold a regular meeting with no substantive decisions or votes. The agenda consists entirely of procedural items, staff reports, and public comment periods. No ordinances, contracts, or fee changes are listed for action.

The Parks, Recreation and Golf Commission approved the minutes of its January 19 meeting and then adjourned at 6:20 p.m. Most of the meeting was staff and commissioner reports: vaccination clinics, park cleanup plans, tree planting at the golf course, museum outdoor events and an online photography exhibit, and recreation programs. The commission also discussed, without deciding, a possible merger of the Parks, Recreation and Golf Commission with the Paths, Open Space and Creeks Commission, which the City Council authorized staff to investigate.

• Approved minutes of the January 19 meeting (4-0, no abstentions)
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:20 p.m.
• No vote taken on combining the Parks, Recreation and Golf Commission with the Paths, Open Space and Creeks Commission; commission will continue to consider the idea

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will administer oaths of office to new commissioners Michelle Johnson and Douglas Johnson. The body will also receive a third six-month report regarding the Community Center and Winter Homeless Shelter at 1045 South State Street.

• Oaths of Office for new Commissioners Michelle Johnson and Douglas Johnson
• Third 6-month Report regarding Community Center and Winter Homeless Shelter at 1045 South State Street
• Approval of February 24, 2021, and March 24, 2021, meeting minutes

The Ukiah Planning Commission swore in new commissioners Michelle Johnson and Douglas Johnson at its April 14, 2021 virtual meeting. The Commission approved the minutes of its February 24 and March 24, 2021 regular meetings by a 3-0 roll call vote, with Commissioners Johnson and Johnson abstaining. The Commission received a third 6-month report on the Community Center and Winter Homeless Shelter at 1045 South State Street; no public comment was received. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Feb 24 and Mar 24, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0; Johnson and Johnson abstained)
• Swore in new Commissioners Michelle Johnson and Douglas Johnson
• Received third 6-month report on Community Center and Winter Homeless Shelter at 1045 South State Street

Ukiah Valley Fire District

The Ukiah Valley Fire District Board of Directors will hold a regular meeting to honor retiring personnel, approve prior minutes, and consider allowing installation of a culvert for offsite improvements at the North Fire Station property on Lovers Lane. The meeting is largely procedural, with public comment and reports from the chief and directors.

• Presentation honoring retirees: Fire Captain David B. Haas, Division Chief Jeff Adair, and Engineer Michael Graham for 30+ years of service
• Approval of February 9, 2021 meeting minutes
• Consideration of culvert installation for offsite improvements at North Fire Station, 141 Lovers Lane

The Ukiah Valley Fire District Board of Directors approved installing a culvert for offsite improvements at the North Fire Station property, 141 Lovers Lane, and asked the owners of the adjacent apartment project to share in culvert maintenance, build a 6ft privacy fence between the project and the station, and replace the existing wooden fence on the west property line with a 6ft privacy fence. The board also approved the minutes of its February 09, 2021 regular meeting. No new business, communications, or closed session were held, and the meeting adjourned at 7:00 P.M.

• Approved culvert installation for offsite improvements at North Fire Station, 141 Lovers Lane (5-0)
• Requested apartment project owners share culvert maintenance/repair, build a 6ft privacy fence, and replace the west wooden fence with a 6ft privacy fence (part of same 5-0 motion)
• Approved minutes of the February 09, 2021 regular meeting (5-0)

City Council

The Ukiah City Council holds a special meeting on April 7, 2021, with a single substantive agenda item. Under unfinished business, the Council will receive, review, and discuss a mid-year departmental budget and objectives progress review for fiscal year 2020-21, plus preliminary draft departmental objectives for fiscal year 2021-22. No action items are listed under new business, and the agenda includes time for audience comments on non-agenda items. No attachments were included with the agenda.

• Mid-year budget and objectives progress review for FY 2020-21
• Review of preliminary draft departmental objectives for FY 2021-22
• Recommended action is to receive, review, consider, and discuss — no vote or adoption listed
• Audience comments on non-agenda items limited to 3 minutes per person, 10 minutes per subject
• No new business items and no attachments listed

The City Council heard presentations from the Community Services Department and the Ukiah Valley Fire Authority. No substantive decisions were recorded in the provided text. The Public Works presentation was postponed.

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will consider several significant items, including extending the Inland Winter Homeless Shelter through April 2022, purchasing an automated license plate reader system, and approving a $353,141.07 contract for the Gobbi and Waugh traffic signal project. The council will also hold a public hearing on applying for state Community Development Block Grant funds and consider adopting housing rehabilitation program guidelines. Several other routine items, including appointments and proclamations, are on the consent calendar.

• Extend Inland Winter Homeless Shelter at 1045 South State Street through April 30, 2022
• Purchase Automated License Plate Reader System from Vigilant Solutions for $42,610.20 over five years
• Award $353,141.07 contract to Team Ghilotti, Inc. for Gobbi and Waugh Traffic Signal Project
• Public hearing on 2021 State Community Development Block Grant application
• Adopt Housing Rehabilitation Program Guidelines, possibly funded by CDBG

The Ukiah City Council met on April 7, 2021, with Mayor Orozco presiding. The minutes record a public hearing that opened at 7:01 p.m. and closed at 7:02 p.m. with no public comment received. Several motions failed for lack of a second, and the City Attorney addressed a conflict-of-interest question involving Councilmember Rodin and Sarah Marshall, concluding Rodin's votes counted for the nominations of Michelle Johnson and Douglas Johnson. The record also references an amortized loan payment standard tied to housing costs not exceeding 49% of gross monthly income, and direction was given to staff. The supplied minutes are fragmentary and do not clearly establish the specific outcomes of most numbered items.

• Public hearing opened 7:01 p.m. and closed 7:02 p.m.; no public comment received
• Multiple motions failed for lack of a second (number not specified in the record)
• City Attorney advised Councilmember Rodin had a conflict of interest regarding Sarah Marshall and recommended recusal from decisions affecting her
• After recess, City Attorney concluded Rodin's votes counted for the nominations of Michelle Johnson and Douglas Johnson
• Direction given to staff (subject not specified in the supplied record)

Airport Commission

The Ukiah Airport Commission is holding a regular meeting with discussion and possible action on FAA grants/projects, the Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan, monthly financial/budget reports, maintenance, Ukiah Aviation Services, and airport observation area dedications. The agenda is largely routine, with no specific dollar amounts or detailed proposals listed.

• Review of FAA grants and projects
• Discussion of Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan
• Monthly financial/budget reports including 2020 and 2021 balance sheets and YTD fuel sales
• Airport maintenance update
• Ukiah Aviation Services report

The Commission approved the minutes from the January 12, 2021 meeting. Staff provided reports on FAA grants, land use compatibility, finances, and maintenance. The Commission expressed favor toward dedicating an airport observation area to Lee Wachs.

• Approved January 12, 2021 minutes

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will hold a special meeting that includes a closed session to confer with legal counsel about an anticipated lawsuit related to an incident and arrest by the Ukiah Police Department on April 1, 2021. The meeting also includes public comment and a roll call, but no substantive decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Closed session to discuss anticipated litigation regarding April 1, 2021 police incident

The Ukiah City Council met on 2021-04-06 with Mayor Orozco presiding. The Pledge of Allegiance was led, no public comments were received, and the Council adjourned for closed session at 5:35 P.M. The supplied minutes record no substantive decisions, votes, or actions.

Paths, Open Space and Creeks Commission

The Paths, Open Space and Creeks Commission will hold a regular meeting with routine items (call to order, roll call, minutes approval) and two substantive discussions: an update on the Creek Setback Ordinance and next steps, and a report on research for the General Plan. No votes are scheduled on these discussion items.

• Approve March 4, 2021 meeting minutes
• Update on Creek Setback Ordinance and discussion of next steps
• Discussion of POSCC report on research for General Plan (item 6c from July 2, 2020 meeting)

Planning Commission

The Ukiah Planning Commission is meeting to handle routine items, including approving minutes from February 24, 2021, and receiving a third 6-month report on the Community Center and Winter Homeless Shelter at 1045 South State Street. The agenda is mostly procedural, with the shelter report being the only substantive item.

• Approval of draft minutes from February 24, 2021 regular meeting
• Third 6-month report on Community Center and Winter Homeless Shelter at 1045 South State Street
• Report includes police calls data from 8.6.20 to 2.6.21

The Ukiah Planning Commission met on March 24, 2021 and adjourned at 6:04 p.m. without taking up its agenda. All items were postponed to April 14, 2021 because the agenda was not properly noticed in a secondary location. No substantive decisions were made.

• Postponed all agenda items to April 14, 2021 due to improper noticing in a secondary location
• Adjourned the March 24, 2021 meeting at 6:04 p.m.

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent calendar covering routine items, including a housing overlay zone, utility contracts, and budget amendments. They will also hold public hearings on a land use change, receive updates on COVID-19 and housing plans, and discuss new business like pedestrian improvements. Several closed session items are scheduled for litigation and negotiations.

• Adopt ordinance establishing East Gobbi Housing Overlay Zone at 210 East Gobbi Street (APNs 003-040-77, 78 & 79)
• Approve change order #13 to Wahlund Construction for $274,479.62 for sewer work on W. Clay Street, extending Downtown Utility Upgrade project to $4,441,952.95
• Approve change order #05 to Ghilotti Construction for $757,481.63 for paving and ADA ramps, extending Downtown Streetscape and Road Diet project to $7,545,694.22
• Introduce ordinance amending land use designation for Fowler Auto Center at 1117 Commerce Drive (APN 180-070-03)
• Approve plans for pedestrian access improvements at South Dora Street and Luce Avenue crosswalk (Spec 20-16)

The Ukiah City Council met on March 17, 2021, with Mayor Orozco presiding. A public hearing was opened and closed at 6:54 P.M. with no public comment received. The City Clerk read an ordinance title into the record, and the Council approved introduction of the ordinance by a single motion. The Council adjourned to closed session at 7:50 P.M., and direction was given to staff.

• Approved introduction of an ordinance after title read by City Clerk
• Opened and closed a public hearing at 6:54 P.M. with no public comment
• Adjourned to closed session at 7:50 P.M.
• Gave direction to staff (details not recorded in minutes)

City Council

The Ukiah City Council meets to receive and discuss the mid-year progress review of departmental budgets and objectives for fiscal year 2020–21, and to review preliminary draft objectives for fiscal year 2021–22. No formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting is primarily informational.

The City Council conducted a budget workshop featuring presentations from the Water Resources, Airport, and Finance departments. Community Services and Public Works presentations were continued to April 7, 2021.

• Continued Community Services and Public Works budget presentations to April 7, 2021

Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission is holding a regular meeting with a standard agenda including roll call, minutes approval, and audience comments. The main substantive item is a discussion-only review of Community Services Department staff reports covering events, parks, golf, building maintenance, museum, recreation programs, property management, and financial matters. No new business or specific action items are listed.

• Discussion of Community Services Department staff reports (events, parks, golf, building maintenance, museum, recreation programs, property management, financial matters)
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per person, 10 minutes per subject
• Meeting held at 411 W. Clay St., with entry via 300 Seminary or main entrance

The Parks, Recreation and Golf Commission approved its December 15, 2020 minutes by roll call vote and adjourned at 6:25 p.m. Staff reported on parks, golf, museum roofing, recreation programs, and budget season, and Program Administrator Neil Davis presented the idea of combining the Parks, Recreation and Golf Commission with the Paths, Open Space and Creeks Commission. No vote was taken on the merger idea; discussion is to continue at the next meeting after it is presented to City Council.

• Approved Minutes of December 15, 2020 (4-0, no abstentions)
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:25 p.m. (Sadowski moved, Bitonti-Brown seconded)
• No vote taken on combining the PRGC and POSC; discussion to continue at next meeting after presentation to City Council

Fire Executive Committee

The Ukiah Valley Fire Authority's Fire Executive Committee is meeting to receive an update on the Fire District's annexation of the city, including estimated revenues. The committee will also consider approving the draft minutes from its May 14, 2020 regular meeting. No other substantive action items are listed.

• Update on Fire District annexation of the City and estimated revenues
• Approval of May 14, 2020 FEC Regular Meeting Minutes

The committee met virtually to receive reports from the Fire Chief. No new business was agendized, and no votes were taken.

• Approval of May 15, 2020 minutes moved to May 12, 2021 meeting due to lack of quorum
• Received report on Fire District Annexation of the City and estimated revenues
• Received Chief and Volunteer reports

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will hold a special meeting to introduce a proposed ordinance that would establish the East Gobbi Housing Overlay Zone at 210 East Gobbi Street. The item is scheduled for possible adoption at the March 17, 2021 meeting based on staff findings.

• Consideration and possible introduction by title only of proposed ordinance amending the Official Zoning Map to establish the East Gobbi Housing Overlay Zone 'HOZ' at 210 East Gobbi Street
• APNs 003-040-77, 78 & 79 included in the zoning change
• Recommended action: Introduce the ordinance by title only and schedule for possible adoption on March 17, 2021

The Ukiah City Council voted 5-0 to introduce an ordinance by title only amending the official zoning map to establish the East Gobbi Housing Overlay Zone "HOZ" at 210 East Gobbi Street (APNs 003-040-77, 78 & 79) and adding Articles 5.1 and 5.2 to the Ukiah City Zoning Code. A second 5-0 vote introduced the ordinance with revisions regarding Flexible Parking Standards (minimum of one parking space per unit). The meeting, held virtually, included public comment from Chris Dart, Danco Communities President, and adjourned at 5:28 p.m.

• Introduced ordinance by title only amending the zoning map for the East Gobbi Housing Overlay Zone "HOZ" at 210 East Gobbi Street (5-0)
• Introduced the ordinance with revisions on Flexible Parking Standards, minimum one parking space per unit (5-0)

Paths, Open Space, and Creeks Commission

The Ukiah Paths, Open Space, and Creeks Commission is holding a regular remote meeting. The main substantive item is a discussion of the 1995 General Plan Implementation Measure Status, with no recommended action or attachments listed. The rest of the agenda is procedural, including approval of the February 4, 2021 minutes and public comment.

• Discussion of 1995 General Plan Implementation Measure Status
• Approval of February 4, 2021 meeting minutes

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will hold a regular meeting with several significant items, including awarding a $416,856.69 contract for Phase 2 of the Downtown Streetscape, Road Diet, and Utilities Project, and authorizing negotiations for a mixed-use affordable housing project on city-owned parcels. The council will also hear an appeal of a livestock permit, discuss the 2040 General Plan vision, and consider a roundabout project at Low Gap Road and Bush Street. Consent items include a $20,000 budget amendment and a $36,650 contract for electrical testing.

• Award $416,856.69 contract to GHD Inc. for Downtown Streetscape Phase 2 plans
• Authorize negotiation with Danco Communities for mixed-use affordable housing at 210 East Gobbi Street
• Appeal of livestock permit for two male goats at 1070 North Oak Street
• Approve $36,650 contract with Industrial Tests, Inc. for electrical maintenance at wastewater plant
• Approve $20,000 budget amendment for Fleet and Plant Maintenance Division

The City Council conducted a public hearing featuring comments from Ruth Van Antwerp and Angel Schramer. The record lists several council ordinances (COUNo. 2021-177 through 2021-180) and reports from various departments, though specific outcomes for these items are not detailed in the text.

• Held public hearing from 6:47 P.M. to 7:01 P.M.
• Received proclamation by Helen Sizemore
• Adjourned to closed session at 9:15 P.M.

City Council

The Ukiah City Council is holding a special virtual meeting to review and potentially update its 2021-22 Strategic Plan, and to receive a mid-year progress review of departmental objectives for fiscal year 2020-21 along with draft objectives for 2021-22. The agenda includes only these two substantive items, plus routine roll call, audience comments, and adjournment.

• Review and update of the Ukiah City Council Strategic Plan 2021-22 Draft dated 02-12-21
• Mid-year departmental budget and objectives progress review for fiscal year 2020-21
• Review of draft departmental objectives for fiscal year 2021-22

The Ukiah City Council meeting was largely informational, with department heads presenting overviews of Electric Utility, Community Development, and Human Resources/Risk Management. The only recorded action was a council consensus directing the City Manager to meet with Councilmember Rodin to explore adding lead departmental references to actionable items and bring it back to the Council. No public comment was received, and no substantive decisions, votes, or dollar amounts are recorded in the supplied minutes.

• Council consensus: City Manager to meet with Councilmember Rodin on adding lead departmental references to actionable items, then return to Council
• No public comment received
• No other substantive decisions or votes recorded

Planning Commission

The Ukiah Planning Commission will review and possibly recommend approval of a zoning ordinance creating an East Gobbi Housing Overlay Zone at 210 East Gobbi Street, and a land use amendment for Fowler Auto Center at 1117 Commerce Drive. The commission will also discuss updates to the new commissioner orientation packet and 2021 training topics. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and public comments.

• Proposed ordinance establishing East Gobbi Housing Overlay Zone (HOZ) at 210 East Gobbi St, APNs 003-040-77, 78 & 79
• Land use amendment for Airport Industrial Park Planned Development for LACO Associates/Fowler Auto Center at 1117 Commerce Dr, APN 180-070-03
• Review of orientation packet for new commissioners
• Discussion of 2021 training and education topics for commissioners
• Approval of draft minutes from January 27, 2021 regular meeting

The Ukiah Planning Commission voted 3-0 to recommend that the City Council approve a draft ordinance creating the East Gobbi Housing Overlay Zone at 210 East Gobbi Street (APNs 003-040-77, 78 and 79) and adding Section 5.5 to the Zoning Code, along with draft findings and CEQA exemptions under Sections 15332 and 15183. The Commission also voted 3-0 to recommend a draft ordinance amending the Airport Industrial Park Planned Development land use designation for LACO Associates, on behalf of Fowler Auto Center, at 1117 Commerce Drive (APN 180-070-03; File No. 20-5874), including a map amendment and CEQA exemptions. Both items now go to the City Council as recommendations, not final approvals. The Commission also approved the January 27, 2021 minutes and directed that an updated orientation packet and Fair Political Practices Commission information be posted on the City website.

• Recommended City Council approval of the East Gobbi Housing Overlay Zone at 210 East Gobbi Street and Zoning Code Section 5.5 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of draft findings and CEQA exemptions (Sections 15332 and 15183) for the East Gobbi Housing Overlay Zone (3-0)
• Recommended City Council approval of a land use designation amendment for the Airport Industrial Park Planned Development at 1117 Commerce Drive for Fowler Auto Center (3-0)
• Recommended approval of the Airport Industrial Park Planned Development land use designation map amendment (3-0)
• Recommended approval of CEQA exemptions for the 1117 Commerce Drive project (3-0)
• Approved the January 27, 2021 regular meeting minutes (3-0)
• Directed staff to post the updated orientation packet and FPPC information with links on the City website

City Council

The Ukiah City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the 2021 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) and the city's local application process. The agenda includes an overview of the state CDBG program, the local application timeline, and a pre-application design discussion. No formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting is informational and for questions.

• Overview of 2021 CDBG NOFA and state CDBG program
• Review of City of Ukiah 2021 CDBG local application
• Discussion of local application process key dates
• Pre-application (design) discussion
• Public Q&A session

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will hold a public hearing on an appeal of a livestock permit for two male goats at 1070 North Oak Street, with a recommendation to deny the appeal. The council will also receive a COVID-19 status report, consider an emergency water main repair update, and discuss a vision statement for the 2040 General Plan. Several routine items are on the consent calendar, including a $197,000 water line contract.

• Appeal of livestock permit for two male goats at 1070 North Oak Street
• Award $197,000 contract to Diamond D Construction for 12-inch water line replacement at Hydroelectric Plant
• Report of $14,291.80 for quarterly water sampling at Ukiah Landfill from Alpha Analytical Laboratories
• Update on emergency repair of Yosemite Drive water main
• Possible adoption of ordinance amending Planning Commission vacancy procedure

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will receive the mid-year budget report for fiscal year 2020-21, review departmental progress on current objectives, and discuss preliminary draft objectives for 2021-22. They will also review the five-year capital improvement plan and consider updates to the City Council Strategic Plan. This is a discussion and review meeting, with no final decisions listed on the agenda.

• Mid-year budget report for FY 2020-21 and review of draft objectives for FY 2021-22
• Review of the City's five-year capital improvement plan (CIP)
• Review and potential update of the Ukiah City Council Strategic Plan 2021-22 draft

Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss various department reports. A primary item of new business involves a discussion regarding the merge of commissions presented by Program Administrator Neil Davis.

• Discussion regarding the merge of commissions
• Community Services Department staff reports covering events, parks, golf, and maintenance
• Financial matters report

The Parks, Recreation and Golf Commission approved the minutes of its November 17, 2020 meeting by roll call vote (3 ayes, 0 noes, 1 absent). Staff reported on holiday events, park operations, and recreation programs, and a program administrator described the current state of volunteer support for Observatory Park. No new business or closed session items were taken up, and the meeting adjourned at 6:13 p.m.

• Approved minutes of the November 17, 2020 meeting (AYES: Vincent, Sadowski, Knopf; NOES: None; ABSENT: Bitonti-Brown)
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:13 p.m. (Sadowski motion, Knopf second)

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to consider renewing a use permit for an existing cannabis microbusiness (cultivation, distribution, and dispensary/retail) at 270, 272 & 274 East Smith Street. The recommended action is to approve the renewal based on findings and conditions in the staff report. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and audience comments.

• Public hearing on renewal of microbusiness use permit for Wine Country Cannasseurs at 270, 272 & 274 East Smith Street (APN 002-191-23)
• Appeal deadline: February 25, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. for decisions made at this meeting
• Approval of minutes from January 12, 2021 meeting

City Engineer

The City Engineer will hold a virtual special meeting to consider a public hearing item: a request for approval of a minor subdivision to split an existing ±4.6-acre parcel into three at 1280 Airport Park Blvd. The recommended action is conditional approval based on findings and conditions in the staff report. The agenda also includes routine items like call to order, verification of notice, appeal process, audience comments, and approval of minutes from a previous meeting.

• Public hearing: Minor subdivision to split ±4.6-acre (200,376 sf) parcel into three at 1280 Airport Park Blvd., APN 180-080-29, File No. 20-5835
• Recommended action: Conditionally approve the minor subdivision based on findings and conditions in the staff report dated February 16, 2021
• Appeal deadline: February 25, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. for decisions made at this meeting
• Approve minutes of the February 4, 2020 meeting

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting of February 10, 2021 was adjourned to February 24, 2021 at 6:00 P.M. due to lack of quorum. No agenda items were discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting adjourned to February 24, 2021 at 6:00 P.M.

Ukiah Valley Fire District

The Ukiah Valley Fire District Board of Directors will consider accepting two grants totaling $13,339 for fire equipment and PPE, authorize drainage improvements at 141 Lovers Lane, and approve resolutions related to fire protection mitigation fees and bank signature lists. The board will also administer the oath of office to Director Michael Graham and approve the December 2020 meeting minutes.

• Accept $10,000 grant from California Fire Foundation for fireline hose clamps and wildland PPE
• Accept $3,339 grant from FM Global for two combustible gas detectors
• Authorize Munselle Civil Engineering to make offsite drainage improvements at 141 Lovers Lane
• Approve Resolution 2021-01 for County of Mendocino to continue fire protection mitigation fees
• Approve Resolutions 2021-02 and 2021-03 amending bank signature lists (remove Allen Cherry, add Robert Banks)

The Ukiah Valley Fire District Board approved spending a $10,000 California Fire Foundation grant on fireline hose clamps and wildland PPE packs, and a $3,339 FM Global grant on two combustible gas detectors, with corresponding budget amendments. The board also approved Resolution 2021-01 to continue County of Mendocino fire protection mitigation fees, and Resolutions 2021-02 and 2021-03 updating bank and county signature lists by removing Allen Cherry and adding Robert Banks. A decision on proposed offsite drainage improvements at 141 Lovers Lane was tabled pending further information. All votes were 4-0, with Director Michael Graham absent.

• Approved $10,000 California Fire Foundation grant for fireline hose clamps and wildland PPE packs, plus budget amendments (4-0)
• Approved $3,339 FM Global grant for two combustible gas detectors, plus budget amendments (4-0)
• Tabled offsite drainage improvements at 141 Lovers Lane pending further information (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-01 continuing County of Mendocino fire protection mitigation fees (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-02 amending Savings Bank of Mendocino County signature list, removing Allen Cherry and adding Robert Banks (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-03 amending County of Mendocino signature list, removing Allen Cherry and adding Robert Banks (4-0)
• Approved December 8, 2020 regular meeting minutes as submitted (4-0)

Paths, Open Space, and Creeks Commission

The Paths, Open Space, and Creeks Commission will review a report on the Creek Setback Ordinance and discuss the status of the 1995 General Plan Implementation. Members will also discuss the possibility of merging with the Parks, Recreation and Golf Commission.

• Presentation of Creek Setback Ordinance Report
• Discussion of 1995 General Plan Implementation Measure Status
• Discussion regarding possible merger of Paths, Open Space and Creeks Commission and Parks, Recreation and Golf Commission

The Paths, Open Space, and Creeks Commission approved the minutes from its previous meeting. Commissioners reached a consensus to schedule a joint meeting with the Parks, Recreation and Golf Commission to discuss merging the two bodies. The commission also agreed to amend a cover letter regarding a proposed creek setback ordinance to include all commissioner signatures before sending it to Planning Staff.

• Approved December 3, 2020 meeting minutes
• Agreed to schedule joint meeting with Parks, Recreation and Golf Commission regarding possible merger
• Agreed to amend Creek Setback Ordinance cover letter to include all commissioner signatures
• Carried over discussion of 1995 General Plan Implementation Measure Status to next meeting

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will appoint Mari Rodin to fill a vacant council seat, consider a public hearing on applying for up to $395,757 in state COVID-19 block grants, and vote on a consent calendar that includes contracts for water infrastructure and other routine items. The council will also receive a COVID-19 status report and consider several ordinances and funding requests.

• Appoint Mari Rodin to fill the unexpired council term of Maureen Mulheren
• Public hearing on applying for up to $395,757 in CDBG-CV2 and CV3 grants
• Approve $259,756 contract with JM Integration for SCADA upgrades at the Water Treatment Plant
• Approve $173,283.12 change order for the Pressure Zone 2 South Reservoir Replacement Project
• Adopt ordinances regulating short time limit parking and permanent outdoor dining facilities

The provided minutes record the scheduled closed session items and the adjournment of the meeting. No substantive decisions were recorded in this portion of the minutes.

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will hold a special virtual meeting to fill the vacant council seat left by departed Councilmember Maureen Mulheren. The council will review eight applications, discuss and possibly question applicants, then nominate and appoint one to serve the unexpired term. The agenda contains only this one substantive item plus routine roll call, public comments, and adjournment.

• Appoint applicant to fill unexpired term of former Councilmember Maureen Mulheren
• Eight applications received: Mari Rodin, Joel Veikko Soinila, Stephen G. Scalmanini, Jason Howard, Michelle Johnson, Jeff Trouette, Susan Sher, Cameron Ramos
• Special meeting held virtually via GoToWebinar
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per person, 10 minutes per subject

The Ukiah City Council held a special meeting to interview applicants and fill the vacancy created by former Councilmember Maureen Mulheren. Following opening statements from eight candidates and public input, the council voted to appoint Mari Rodin to the position. Rodin will serve the remainder of the unexpired term through the November 2022 general municipal election.

• Appointed Mari Rodin to fill the vacant City Council seat through November 2022 (5-0)

Countywide Oversight Board to the Successor Agencies to the City Redevelopment Agencies

The Countywide Oversight Board to the RDA Successor Agencies will meet virtually to consider approving Recognized Obligation Payment Schedules and administrative budgets for the successor agencies of Ukiah, Willits, and Fort Bragg for July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022. The board will also administer oaths for new members and approve minutes from January 23, 2020. No dollar amounts are listed in the agenda text.

• Approval of Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule and administrative budget for Willits Successor Agency (FY 2021-22)
• Approval of Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule for Fort Bragg Successor Agency (FY 2021-22)
• Approval of Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule and administrative budget for City of Ukiah (FY 2021-22)
• Introduction and administer oaths for new board members
• Approval of January 23, 2020 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Ukiah Planning Commission will consider a capacity analysis for a potential Homeless Shelter Overlay District as part of Housing Element Implementation Task 2n, and may provide input or a recommendation to the City Council. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and standard procedural items.

• Review of Homeless Shelter Overlay District capacity analysis
• Possible recommendation to City Council on overlay district
• Approval of August 26, 2020 meeting minutes
• Approval of January 13, 2021 meeting minutes

The Ukiah Planning Commission met on January 27, 2021 and approved minutes from its August 26, 2020 and January 13, 2021 regular meetings. In its only substantive item, the Commission voted to receive a staff presentation on the Housing Element Implementation Task 2n — Homeless Shelter Overlay District Evaluation as presented, with no changes or recommendations. No public comment was received, and no matters eligible for appeal were heard.

• Approved August 26, 2020 regular meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved January 13, 2021 regular meeting minutes (3-0)
• Received Homeless Shelter Overlay District Evaluation report as presented, with no changes or recommendations (3-0)

Successor Agency to the Ukiah Redevelopment Agency

The Successor Agency to the Ukiah Redevelopment Agency will hold a special virtual meeting to consider approving the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) and administrative budget for July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from a January 15, 2020 special meeting. No other substantive items are listed.

• Adopt resolution approving ROPS for 2021-22 pursuant to Health and Safety Code 34177(l) & (m)
• Adopt resolution approving administrative budget for 2021-22 pursuant to Health and Safety Code 34177(j)
• Approve minutes of January 15, 2020 special meeting

The Ukiah City Council, sitting as the Successor Agency to the Ukiah Redevelopment Agency, held a special meeting on January 20, 2021. The agency adopted a resolution approving the amended Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) for the period of January 1, 2022 to June 30, 2022, under Health and Safety Code Section 34177. It also approved the minutes of the January 20, 2021 special meeting. No public comment was received.

• Adopted amended Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) for Jan 1–Jun 30, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of the January 20, 2021 special meeting (3-0)

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent calendar that includes awarding contracts for conduit installation at Yokayo Court and a network firewall, as well as approving the qualified contractors list. The council will also receive updates on the COVID-19 emergency, the city's audited financial report, and an emergency water main repair. New business includes introducing ordinances to regulate short-time parking and permanent outdoor dining, and discussing potential commission mergers.

• Award $106,917.50 contract to Wipf Construction, LLC for conduit installation at Yokayo Court
• Award $97,080.51 bid to CDWG for Palo Alto Networks Firewall
• Introduce ordinance to regulate short time limit parking (Section 7161)
• Introduce ordinance to regulate permanent outdoor dining facilities (Section 9224.7)
• Receive update on COVID-19 emergency and audited financial report (CAFR)

The City Council introduced ordinances to regulate short time limit parking and permanent outdoor dining facilities. The council also approved several utility and IT contracts and determined that emergency repairs to the Yosemite Drive Water Main must continue.

• Approved $106,917.50 conduit installation contract for Yokayo Court (4-0)
• Approved $97,080.51 purchase of Palo Alto Networks Firewall from CDWG (4-0)
• Determined emergency conditions require Yosemite Drive Water Main repair without competitive bidding (4-0)
• Introduced ordinance to regulate short time limit parking (4-0)
• Introduced ordinance to regulate permanent outdoor dining facilities with annual review (4-0)
• Directed staff to develop recommendations for merging the PRGC and POSCC commissions
• Directed staff to develop an ordinance for filling Planning Commission vacancies
• Adopted SA Reso 2021-01 and 2021-02 for Successor Agency payment schedule and budget (4-0)

Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission

The Ukiah Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission is holding a regular meeting with routine items including roll call, minutes approval, and audience comments. The main discussion items are staff reports on parks, golf, recreation programs, and financial matters, plus a new business item on the future direction of the commission. No votes on specific projects or contracts are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of Community Services Department staff reports covering events, parks, golf, building maintenance, museum, recreation programs, property management, and financial matters
• New business: Future Direction of Commission led by Program Administrator Neil Davis
• Meeting held at 411 W. Clay St. with remote access via GoToMeeting

The Commission met on October 20, 2020, to review department updates and approve previous meeting minutes. Staff provided reports on park operations, golf course improvements, and new youth recreation programs.

• Approved September 15, 2020, meeting minutes (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Ukiah Planning Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes, receive a resignation letter from Commissioner M. Whetzel, and hear a report from the Community Development Director. No new business or public hearings are scheduled; the agenda is largely procedural.

• Approval of October 14, 2020 regular meeting minutes
• Receive resignation letter from Commissioner M. Whetzel
• Receive Community Development Director's report on department status
• Appeal deadline for decisions: January 25, 2021

The Ukiah Planning Commission met on January 13, 2021 and approved its October 14, 2020 regular meeting minutes on a 3-0 roll call vote. No new business, unfinished business, or consent calendar items were heard, and no matters eligible for appeal were considered. The Commission received a letter of resignation from M. Whetzel and a report from Community Development Director Craig Schlatter. The meeting adjourned at 7:05 p.m.

• Approved October 14, 2020 regular meeting minutes (3-0)
• No new business items heard
• No unfinished business items heard
• No consent calendar items
• No appeal-eligible matters heard

Airport Commission

The Ukiah Airport Commission is holding a regular meeting to receive reports on FAA grants/projects, the Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan, monthly financial/budget status, maintenance, and Ukiah Aviation Services. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Receive report on FAA grants/projects
• Receive report on Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan
• Receive financial/budget reports including 2020 and 2021 balance sheets and YTD figures
• Receive report on airport maintenance
• Receive report on Ukiah Aviation Services

The Commission approved the minutes from the December 1, 2020 meeting. Staff provided reports on FAA grants, land use compatibility, finances, and maintenance. Staff requested a lease addendum for Ukiah Aviation Services.

• Approved December 1, 2020 minutes

Zoning Administrator

The Ukiah Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to consider two items: renewing the use permit for an existing cannabis dispensary at 1230 Airport Park Boulevard, Suite C, and approving a minor use permit and site development permit to improve a parking lot at 404 South Orchard Avenue. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from a prior hearing and public comment on non-agenda items.

• Renewal of cannabis dispensary use permit for Ukiah Valley Holistic, Inc., dba Cannavine, at 1230 Airport Park Boulevard, Suite C (APN 180-080-81)
• Minor use permit and site development permit for parking lot improvements at 404 South Orchard Avenue (APNs 002-340-34 & 25)
• Appeal deadline for agenda items is January 22, 2020, at 5:00 p.m.
• Approval of minutes from December 21, 2020 hearing