Ukiah public meetings in 2023

Design Review Board Regular Meeting

The regularly scheduled Design Review Board meeting of December 28, 2023 has been canceled. The board meets on the fourth Thursday of each month; no items are being decided or discussed at this meeting.

• Meeting canceled

Ukiah Valley Fire District

The Ukiah Valley Fire District Board will consider adopting the 2022 California Fire Code with local amendments, updating Public Records Act fees, and approving the 2024 meeting schedule. They will also select officers for the coming year. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Adoption of 2022 California Fire Code with amendments and NFPA 1 Chapter 38
• Approval of Policy 1023 establishing fees for Public Records Act requests
• Adoption of 2024 Governance Meeting Schedule for Board meetings
• Selection of President, Vice-President, and Secretary for 2024
• Approval of minutes from October 10 and November 28, 2023 meetings

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will meet to decide on several consequential items, including fire remediation work at the Electric Utility Service Center, a land purchase for the Western Hills Open Land Acquisition project, and amendments to firefighter union contracts. The meeting also includes routine approvals of past minutes and updates on budget development.

• Approve $100,000 increase to Utility Design Services, LLC contract for electric capital projects
• Adopt plans for fire damage repair at Electric Service Center (1350 Hastings) and authorize bid advertising
• Approve amendment to firefighter union MOU for mandatory medical expense reimbursement contributions
• Approve land purchase agreement with David J. Hull for Western Hills Open Land Acquisition project (APN 003-190-11)
• Authorize $321,889.82 three-year HR/payroll software contract with NEOGOV

The Ukiah City Council approved a resolution to adopt an addendum to the Western Hills environmental review, annex APN 003-190-11, and prezone parcels to Public Facility and Low Density Residential-Hillside Overlay zoning. It also authorized the City Manager to negotiate and execute a property purchase sale agreement with David J. Hull. The council approved a $321,889.82 three-year NEOGOV HR/payroll contract and created an ad hoc committee to review planning and building fees. A public hearing on fee schedule amendments was withdrawn and postponed.

• Adopted Resolution 2023-42 for Western Hills annexation and prezoning (5-0)
• Authorized City Manager to negotiate and execute property purchase agreement with David J. Hull (5-0)
• Approved $321,889.82 three-year NEOGOV HR/payroll contract (5-0)
• Created ad hoc committee to review planning and building fee schedule (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar items including firefighter MOU amendment and utility contracts (5-0)
• Withdrew and postponed fee schedule amendment public hearing

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will meet to receive several reports regarding airport operations. Discussion items include FAA grants, airport maintenance, and the runway extension project.

• Luv Car wash report
• FAA Grants and Projects report
• Airport Maintenance report
• Airport Monthly Financials report
• Runway Extension and City Corporation Yard Project reports

The Ukiah Airport Commission met on October 3, 2023, and received updates on the phase 2 runway project (which has started and closed the airport for wing traffic), the Luv Carwash appeal (awaiting a date), and an airport tour. No formal decisions or votes were made during the meeting.

• Approved minutes of September 5, 2023 meeting
• No other formal actions taken

Ukiah Valley Fire District

The Ukiah Valley Fire District board will hold a public hearing on a proposed increase to fire impact fees for new construction. If approved, the district will ask the County of Mendocino and the City of Ukiah to adopt the fee hikes via two resolutions. The meeting also includes procedural items and public comment.

• Public hearing on proposed Fire Impact Fee Increase
• Consideration of Resolutions 2023-05 and 2023-06 for County and City adoption
• Attachments include IFNS 23 Final study and public notice verification

Design Review Board Regular Meeting

The regularly scheduled Design Review Board meeting of November 23, 2023 has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting. The board meets on the fourth Thursday of each month; contact Craig Schlatter, Community Development Director, for future meeting information.

• Meeting cancelled — no agenda items

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will hold a regular meeting with several routine approvals, public hearings on grant closeouts, and a closed session for litigation and negotiations. The most consequential item is the annual appointment of the mayor and vice mayor for 2024, along with adoption of amended council rotation guidelines. The council will also consider purchases for email security and a concrete mixer, and receive financial reports.

• Approve purchase of Mimecast Email Security Suite from CompuNet for $58,779
• Approve purchase of portable concrete mixer from Cart-Away Concrete Systems for $71,514.32
• Public hearings to close out two Community Development Block Grants (20-CDBG-CV-2-3-00069 and 20-CDBG-12057)
• Receive first and fourth quarter financial reports
• Closed session includes litigation in cases like Roofing & Solar Construction, Inc. v. City of Ukiah and Vichy Springs Resort v. City of Ukiah

The Ukiah City Council approved the purchase of email security software and a portable concrete mixer, closed out two state community development block grants, and continued an emergency fire remediation contract for the Electric Utility Service Center. Additionally, the Council adopted amended council rotation guidelines and appointed Councilmember Dueñas as Mayor and Councilmember Crane as Vice Mayor for 2024.

• Approved meeting minutes for November 1 and November 7, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of Mimecast Email Security Suite from CompuNet for $58,779 with budget amendment (5-0)
• Approved purchase of a portable concrete mixer from Cart-Away Concrete Systems, Inc. for $71,514.32 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-38 to confirm closeout and full reimbursement of State CDBG Grant 20-CDBG-CV-2-3-00069 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-39 to confirm closeout and full reimbursement of State CDBG Grant 20-CDBG-12057 (5-0)
• Approved continued work on emergency contract 2223-177 with West Coast Fire & Water for fire remediation at Hastings Electric Utility Service Center (5-0)
• Adopted amended Resolution 2023-40 for Council rotation guidelines (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Appointed Councilmember Dueñas as Mayor and Councilmember Crane as Vice Mayor for 2024, taking seats on December 6, 2023 (4-2 for Mayor; 5-0 for Vice Mayor)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a closed session. The primary item on the agenda is a public employee performance evaluation for the City Manager.

• Closed session: Public Employee Performance Evaluation (City Manager)

The Ukiah City Council met on November 15, 2023, to conduct a closed session regarding a performance evaluation for the City Manager. No actions were reported following the closed session, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Closed session held for City Manager performance evaluation; no action reported

Public Spaces Commission

The Public Spaces Commission will hear a staff report on the long-term Orr Creek Greenway project and review a conceptual landscape plan for McGarvey Park. No formal decisions are scheduled; the body will provide comments on both items.

• Orr Creek Greenway vision report (accept and comment)
• McGarvey Park Conceptual Landscape Plan (review, discuss, comment)
• Draft Western Hills Watershed Protection Area Management Plan (review, discuss, comment)

The Public Spaces Commission approved the minutes from its July 11 and September 12, 2023 regular meetings. It received staff reports on the Orr Creek Greenway, the McGarvey Park conceptual landscape plan, and a draft Western Hills Watershed Protection Area Management Plan, with public comments expressing support for the greenway and preference for Concept I at McGarvey Park. No substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approvals.

• Approved minutes of July 11, 2023 regular meeting (5-0, Ratley abstained)
• Approved minutes of September 12, 2023 regular meeting (5-0, Ratley abstained)

Mendocino Solid Waste Management Authority (MSWMA)

The Mendocino Solid Waste Management Authority Board of Commissioners will review grant items and budget status. The board will also consider a resolution to authorize the General Manager to execute documents related to grants.

• Report and discussion of grant items
• Report and discussion of budget status
• Resolution authorizing the General Manager to execute grant-related documents

The Mendocino Solid Waste Management Authority Board of Commissioners approved the minutes from the September 14, 2023, meeting and adopted a resolution authorizing the general manager to execute grant-related documents. The board also directed the clerk to send a link to recorded discussions after each meeting and scheduled the next regular meeting for January 11, 2024.

• Approved minutes of the September 14, 2023, regular meeting (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution Authorizing the General Manager to Execute Grant Related Documents (5-0)
• Directed clerk to send a link to recorded and time-stamped discussions after each meeting
• Scheduled the next regular meeting for January 11, 2024

Planning Commission

The Ukiah Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and make recommendations to the City Council on amending the Western Hills Annexation Area, including prezoning and adopting an addendum to the 2021 environmental review. The agenda also includes routine items like approving prior minutes and receiving the director's report.

• Public hearing and recommendation on Western Hills Annexation Area amendment and prezoning
• Adoption of addendum to 2021 Western Hills Project Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration (SCH No. 2021040428)
• Approval of October 11, 2023, meeting minutes
• Receive Community Development Director's Report

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Ukiah City Council with a single substantive item: a closed-session performance evaluation of the City Manager. The agenda includes roll call, public comments on non-agenda items, and adjournment, but no other business is scheduled.

• Closed session: Public Employee Performance Evaluation of City Manager (Gov. Code Section 54956)

The Ukiah City Council met in a special closed session to conduct a performance evaluation of the City Manager. No action was reported, and direction was given to staff. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no public comment and no substantive decisions made.

• Held closed session for City Manager performance evaluation (no action reported)
• Gave direction to staff regarding City Manager evaluation

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will hold a regular meeting with several routine consent items, including approving minutes, records destruction, and an appointment. The most significant action is approving plans and specifications for the Urban Core Rehabilitation and Transportation Project (Spec 23-07) and advertising for bids. The council will also receive a status report on an emergency fire remediation contract and consider updating the SB 743 policy to include multimodal network assessments. The agenda includes a closed session for litigation and negotiations.

• Approve plans and specs for Urban Core Rehabilitation and Transportation Project (Spec 23-07) and advertise for bids
• Approve Notice of Completion for Clara Avenue Reconstruction Project (Spec 20-08) with Ghilotti Construction Co.
• Approve resolution authorizing destruction of outdated Police Department records
• Appoint Steven Ratley to Public Spaces Commission (term to Nov 1, 2026)
• Receive status report and approve continued work on emergency contract with West Coast Fire & Water for fire remediation at Electric Utility Service Center at Hastings

The City Council approved an update to the SB 743 implementation policy regarding multimodal networks and directed staff to draft a corresponding ordinance. The council also approved several infrastructure projects and emergency fire remediation work.

• Approved update to SB 743 implementation policy and directed staff to draft ordinance (5-0)
• Approved continued emergency contract with West Coast Fire & Water for fire remediation at Electric Utility Service Center at Hastings (5-0)
• Approved plans and specifications for Urban Core Rehabilitation and Transportation Project (5-0)
• Approved Notice of Completion for Ghilotti Construction Co. for Clara Avenue Reconstruction Project (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-36 for Police Department records destruction (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-37 appointing Steven Ratley to the Public Spaces Commission (5-0)
• Approved cancellation of regular meetings on December 20, 2023, and January 3, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from October 17, 18, and 18, 2023 meetings (5-0)

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will hold a special meeting to consider adopting a resolution approving the Building Official's recommendations regarding the Palace Hotel property, including exemption determinations under Ukiah City Code and the California Environmental Quality Act. The council will also hold a closed session to discuss anticipated litigation.

• Resolution approving Building Official's recommendations on Palace Hotel property
• Exemption determinations under Ukiah City Code Section 3016(b)(2) and CEQA
• Closed session: conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation (1 case)

The Ukiah City Council held a special meeting on November 1, 2023, and adopted a resolution regarding the Palace Hotel property. The council approved the Building Official's recommendations and exemption determinations under Ukiah City Code Section 3016(b)(2) and the California Environmental Quality Act, with a minor revision adding an Exhibit A. A scheduled closed session on anticipated litigation was not held.

• Adopted Resolution 2023-35 approving Building Official's recommendations regarding Palace Hotel property and CEQA exemption determinations with a revision (5-0)

Zoning Administrator

The Ukiah Zoning Administrator is holding a continuation of its October 12 meeting, primarily to decide on renewing the retail use permit for Green Advt 101, Inc., dba Cookies, at 1104 S. State St. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from prior meetings and standard procedural items. The only substantive action is the use permit renewal recommendation.

• Renewal of Green Advt 101, Inc., dba Cookies, dispensary/retail use permit at 1104 S. State St., APN 003-530-51, File No. 23-8774
• Approval of September 13, 2023 Zoning Administrator meeting minutes
• Approval of October 12, 2023 Zoning Administrator meeting minutes
• Appeal deadline for decisions: November 6, 2023 at 5:00 p.m.

Diversity and Equity Standing Committee - Regular

The committee will receive an update on the implementation of the Equity Action Plan. Members will also review reports regarding a Pumpkinfest debrief and a community policing workshop.

• Equity Action Plan update presentation
• Pumpkinfest debrief report
• Community Policing Workshop update and report
• Approval of August 23, 2023, meeting minutes
• Approval of September 27, 2023, special meeting minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the August 23 and September 27 meetings. Members received an update on the Equity Action Plan and a debrief on Pumpkinfest surveys. The committee also discussed community policing takeaways with the Police Chief and Deputy City Manager.

• Approved August 23, 2023, Regular Meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved September 27, 2023, Special Meeting minutes (6-0)

City Engineer

The City Engineer will hold a public hearing regarding a minor modification request for a subdivision. The request seeks to reduce a front setback from 20 feet to 15 feet for a single-family dwelling construction.

• Public hearing for Minor Subdivision No. 12-19 at 104 Echo Way
• Request to reduce front setback from 20 ft to 15 ft
• Approval of February 16, 2021, City Engineer Meeting Minutes

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will meet on October 18, 2023, to decide on several items, including approving a $1.57 million change order for undergrounding electrical conductors on Clay and Jones Streets as part of wildfire mitigation efforts. The council will also consider a $30,000 budget amendment for roofing project management at the Grace Hudson Museum and hear a public appeal regarding a car wash development at 162 Talmage Road. Additionally, the council will discuss updates on the Potter Valley Hydroelectric Project and address landscaping issues at the USPS South Orchard Avenue branch.

• Approve $1,568,627.45 Change Order #4 to Contract #2324-084 with ARB, Inc for undergrounding primary electrical conductor on Clay Street and Jones Street as part of Fire Mitigation Undergrounding Project
• Approve $29,980 budget amendment for project management and inspection services from Jankovsky Engineering Services for the Grace Hudson Museum Re-Roof Project
• Public hearing on appeal of Planning Commission decision to approve major site development permit for car wash at 162 Talmage Road (APNs 003-140-49; 003-140-05)
• Adopt ordinance amending Ukiah City Code to update objective design and development standards for new multi-family residential construction
• Receive status update and consider letter of support for the New Eel-Russian Facility Proposal related to the Potter Valley Hydroelectric Project

The City Council adopted Ordinance No. 1234 to update objective design and development standards for new multi-family residential construction. The Council also approved several infrastructure contracts and authorized a letter of support for a regional water facility proposal.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1234 updating multi-family residential design standards (5-0)
• Approved $29,980 budget amendment for Grace Hudson Museum Re-Roof project (5-0)
• Approved continued emergency fire remediation work at Electric Utility Service Center (5-0)
• Authorized Mayor to sign Letter of Support for New Eel-Russian Facility Proposal (5-0)
• Referred revised car wash project layout at 162 Talmage Road back to Planning Commission (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-34 for School Street Multimodal Transportation Study (5-0)
• Approved Change Order #4 for electrical undergrounding on Clay and Jones Streets (5-0)
• Authorized Mayor to draft letter to USPS regarding South Orchard Avenue landscaping (5-0)

City Council

The Ukiah City Council is holding a special meeting with a workshop presentation from the Northern California Power Agency on power supply basics, followed by a closed session to discuss anticipated litigation and labor negotiations with all bargaining units. No action is scheduled on the presentation; the closed session items are confidential.

• Presentation from Northern California Power Agency on Power Supply Basics
• Closed session: Conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (1 case)
• Closed session: Conference with labor negotiator (City Manager Sage Sangiacomo) for all bargaining units

The Ukiah City Council held a special meeting featuring a workshop presentation from the Northern California Power Agency on power supply basics, with public comment received. The council then adjourned to closed session for anticipated litigation and labor negotiations, with no action reported. The meeting adjourned without any substantive public decisions.

• Received NCPA power supply basics presentation (workshop)
• Adjourned to closed session for anticipated litigation (1 case)
• Adjourned to closed session for labor negotiations with all bargaining units
• No action reported from closed session

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a closed session. The session includes a conference with legal counsel regarding the initiation of one case of anticipated litigation.

• Closed session: Conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation (1 case)

The Ukiah City Council met in a special session on October 17, 2023, and immediately adjourned to closed session to discuss anticipated litigation. No public comment was received, and no action was reported from the closed session, though direction was given to staff. The meeting adjourned at 5:01 p.m. with no substantive decisions made.

• Adjourned to closed session for anticipated litigation (1 case)
• No action reported; direction given to staff

Zoning Administrator

The Ukiah Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to consider renewing the existing retail use permit for Green Advt 101, Inc., doing business as Cookies, at 1104 S. State St. Staff recommends approval based on draft findings and conditions. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment on non-agenda items.

• Public hearing on renewal of dispensary/retail use permit for Cookies at 1104 S. State St. (APN 003-530-51, File No. 23-8774)
• Staff recommends approval of the use permit renewal subject to conditions of approval
• Approval of September 13, 2023 Zoning Administrator meeting minutes
• Appeal deadline for decisions is October 23, 2023 at 5:00 p.m.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider an offer for public artwork in Todd Grove Park to formalize existing murals and approve a proposal for remaining components. The Commission will also receive training from the City Attorney's Office regarding the Brown Act and ethics.

• Public artwork proposal for Todd Grove Park
• Planning Commissioners training from City Attorney's Office
• Community Development Director's Report

Ukiah Valley Fire District

The Ukiah Valley Fire District Board will consider approving updates to Policy 1023, which sets fees for public records requests, and will receive the district's Measure B and Mitigation reports for fiscal year 2022-23. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from prior meetings and routine administrative items.

• Approval of updates to Policy 1023 (Public Records Act fees) and adoption of a resolution
• Receive Measure B and Mitigation reports for FY 2022-23
• Approve minutes from June 6, June 13, and September 26, 2023 meetings

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will consider introducing an ordinance updating objective design and development standards for new multi-family residential construction, and will also decide on allocating opioid settlement funds to substance abuse treatment facilities. Other business includes adopting an organic waste disposal ordinance, reviewing police fees, and receiving reports on the golf course capital plan and an emergency fire remediation contract.

• Introduction of ordinance amending objective design standards for new multi-family residential construction (CEQA exempt)
• Adoption of ordinance establishing organic waste disposal regulation per SB 1383
• Direction on allocating opioid settlement funds to substance abuse treatment facilities
• Annual review of Ukiah Police Department fee schedule (no changes proposed)
• Notice of intent to adjust curbside collection and transfer station rates by Ukiah Waste Solutions and Solid Waste Systems

The Ukiah City Council directed that the entire amount of opioid settlement funds, without deduction for administration costs, be allocated toward developing and enhancing substance abuse treatment facilities within city limits, and authorized the City Manager to negotiate potential allocations. The council also introduced an ordinance updating objective design standards for new multi-family residential construction, adopted an ordinance establishing organic waste disposal regulations per SB 1383, and approved several consent calendar items. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the design standards ordinance.

• Directed all opioid settlement funds to substance abuse treatment facilities (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance updating objective design standards for multi-family housing (4-0-1 abstention)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1233 on organic waste disposal regulation per SB 1383 (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including disbursements, position reclassification, ambulance billing agreement, and Gobbi Street electric conversion (5-0)
• Approved continued emergency contract with West Coast Fire & Water for fire remediation (5-0)
• Approved no changes to Ukiah Police Department fee schedule (5-0)
• Confirmed determination of compliance for curbside collection and transfer station rate adjustment notices (5-0)
• Approved minutes of September 20 and September 29, 2023 meetings (5-0)

Airport Commission

The Ukiah Airport Commission is holding its regular meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss several items, including FAA grants and projects, a Luv Carwash matter, and an airport tour. No action items are listed with specific recommendations, and the agenda is largely procedural with discussion items.

• Approval of minutes from September 5, 2023
• Discussion of FAA grants and projects
• Discussion of Luv Carwash
• Discussion of airport tour

The Ukiah Airport Commission met on September 5, 2023, and received staff updates on several projects, including the phase 2 runway project scheduled to start October 2, 2023, and the Luv Carwash appeal status. No formal decisions or votes were taken during the meeting.

• Approved minutes from July 18, 2023 meeting
• No action on Luv Carwash appeal; awaiting date
• No action on FAA grants; runway phase 2 to start Oct 2
• No action on financial review; reviewed airport financials
• No action on maintenance update; staff reported
• No action on runway extension study; staff updated
• No action on Corp yard project; staff updated

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will hold a public hearing to consider an appeal of the Planning Commission’s denial of a major site development permit for a Redwood Credit Union bank facility at 101 South Main Street. The council may overturn the denial and approve the permit, allowing demolition and construction based on revised plans and findings.

• Appeal of Planning Commission denial for Redwood Credit Union bank at 101 South Main Street
• Potential approval of Major Site Development Permit and Demolition Permit
• Closed session to discuss existing litigation: Roofing & Solar Construction, Inc. v. City of Ukiah

The Ukiah City Council voted 3-2 to overturn the Planning Commission's denial of a Major Site Development Permit for a Redwood Credit Union bank facility at 101 South Main Street. The motion approved the permit as revised in the 7th design iteration, allowed issuance of the Demolition Permit, and included amended conditions for 11-foot sidewalks on Perkins Street. Councilmembers Crane, Dueñas, and Rodin voted yes; Orozco and Sher voted no. No closed session was held.

• Overturned Planning Commission denial and approved Major Site Development Permit for Redwood Credit Union bank at 101 South Main St (3-2)
• Approved issuance of Demolition Permit consistent with Mitigation Measure CUL-2
• Amended conditions to require 11-foot sidewalks on Perkins Street

Design Review Board Regular Meeting

The Design Review Board regular meeting scheduled for September 28, 2023, has been canceled. The board typically meets on the fourth Thursday of each month; no items are being decided or discussed at this canceled meeting.

• Meeting canceled

Diversity and Equity Standing Committee - Special

The Diversity and Equity Standing Committee is holding a special meeting for a community policing workshop. The agenda includes roll call, audience comments on non-agenda items, the workshop itself, and adjournment. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Community policing workshop
• Audience comments limited to 3 minutes per person, 10 minutes per subject

The Committee participated in a workshop facilitated by Deputy City Manager Shannon Riley with Ukiah Police Chief Cedric Crook and Captain Tom Corning. Members and the public discussed the definition, challenges, and benefits of community policing. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded.

• Conducted community policing workshop with Ukiah Police Department

Planning Commission

The Ukiah Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on September 27, 2023, at 6:00 PM. The main item of new business is a request to modify a previously approved Major Use Permit to allow on-site consumption of cannabis products in an outdoor area at 1076 & 1078 Cunningham Street. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the September 13 meeting and receive the Community Development Director's report.

• Modification to Major Use Permit for on-site cannabis consumption at 1076 & 1078 Cunningham Street (APN 003-140-65)
• Approval of minutes from September 13, 2023 regular meeting
• Receive Community Development Director's report

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will vote on several contracts and purchases, including a $797,096.24 slurry seal bid, a $40,346.42 drone bundle, and a $50,000 contribution to the Inland Water and Power Commission. They will also hold a public hearing to declare a property at 725 Porzio Lane a public nuisance and introduce an ordinance on organic waste disposal. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and proclamations, as well as closed session discussions on litigation and the City Manager's performance.

• Award bid to American Asphalt and Resurfacing Co., Inc. for $797,096.24 for slurry seal of local streets (Spec 23-12)
• Purchase of Axon Air Unmanned Aircraft System Bundle for $40,346.42
• Financial contribution of $50,000 to Inland Water and Power Commission for Potter Valley Project legal services
• Public hearing to declare 725 Porzio Lane a public nuisance and commence abatement
• Introduction of ordinance to establish organic waste disposal regulations per SB 1383

The Ukiah City Council approved consent calendar items including a $797,096.24 slurry seal contract and a $40,346.42 drone purchase, declared 725 Porzio Lane a public nuisance, authorized a $12,455.25 EDFC performance agreement, awarded the Orr Street Bridge deck replacement bid, and introduced an organic waste ordinance. All votes were 3-0 with two members absent.

• Approved consent calendar including $797,096.24 slurry seal bid to American Asphalt (3-0)
• Approved $40,346.42 drone purchase from Axon Enterprises (3-0)
• Declared 725 Porzio Lane a public nuisance and authorized abatement (3-0)
• Authorized $12,455.25 performance agreement with EDFC (3-0)
• Awarded Orr Street Bridge deck replacement bid to Gregg Simpson Trucking (3-0)
• Approved continued emergency fire remediation contract with West Coast Fire & Water (3-0)
• Introduced ordinance on organic waste disposal regulation per SB 1383 (3-0)

Bid Opening

The City of Ukiah is holding a bid opening on September 19, 2023, at 2:00 PM, both in person and virtually. The agenda contains only procedural instructions for observing the bid opening; no specific project or contract details are listed.

• Bid opening at Civic Center Council Chamber, 300 Seminary Avenue, Ukiah, CA
• Virtual participation via Zoom link and phone access provided
• ADA accommodations require 72-hour advance notice

Mendocino Solid Waste Management Authority (MSWMA)

The Mendocino Solid Waste Management Authority Board of Commissioners will receive reports on grant items and budget status, discuss possible HazMobile and remote event dates for the first quarter of FY 23/24, and consider approval of a leased equipment agreement. They will also receive notifications of fully executed agreements and consider scheduling or canceling the October 12, 2023 meeting.

• Report and discussion of grant items
• Report and discussion of budget status (YTD Budget Report, 8-31-23)
• Discussion of HazMobile and remote event dates for Q1 FY 23/24
• Notification of fully executed administrative, lease, and service agreements
• Review and possible approval of leased equipment agreement

The Mendocino Solid Waste Management Authority board approved the June 8, 2023 meeting minutes unanimously. They received reports on grants, budget, and operations, and directed staff on HazMobile event dates and a leased equipment agreement. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.

• Approved June 8, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Directed staff on HazMobile and remote event dates for Q1 FY 23/24
• Received notification of fully executed agreements
• Directed staff on leased equipment agreement review
• Agreed to poll commissioners for next meeting date, keeping October 12 tentative

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a proposed amendment to the Ukiah City Code regarding design and development standards for new multi-family residential construction. The body will also receive a status update on the Building Bridges Community Center and Winter Homeless Shelter at 1045 South State Street.

• Proposed ordinance amendment for multi-family residential design and development standards
• Status update and report on the Community Center and Winter Homeless Shelter at 1045 S State St
• Community Development Director's Report

The Ukiah Planning Commission voted to recommend to the City Council an ordinance amendment updating the City's Objective Design and Development Standards for new multi-family residential construction. The commission also received a bi-annual status update on the Community Center and Winter Homeless Shelter at 1045 South Street. No appeals were received for the meeting.

• Adopted resolution recommending ordinance amendment to update Objective Design and Development Standards for multi-family residential construction (3-0)
• Approved minutes of August 9, 2023 regular meeting (3-0)
• Received bi-annual status update on Community Center and Winter Homeless Shelter at 1045 South Street

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing regarding two land use requests. The items include a request for a front setback reduction and a request to convert a commercial structure into a single-family home.

• Minor Variance for front setback reduction from 20 ft to 15 ft at 104 Echo Way
• Minor Use Permit to convert a commercial structure to a single-family home at 218 Mason St.
• Approval of December 15, 2022, and June 27, 2023, meeting minutes

Ukiah Valley Fire District

The Ukiah Valley Fire District Board will consider adopting its Fiscal Year 2023/24 budget and approving a Gann Limit resolution, which sets the district's annual appropriations limit. The meeting is a special session with public comment allowed on non-agenda items.

• Adoption of Fiscal Year 2023/24 budget
• Approval of Gann Limit resolution for 2023-24
• Public comment on non-agenda items

Public Spaces Commission

The Public Spaces Commission will review progress on the Riverside Park Regeneration Project, discuss trails and non-motorized path plans, and consider future uses of the city-owned Norgard Lane property. They will also advise on landscaping updates at Observatory Park and approve the July 11, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Review 90% plans for Riverside Park Regeneration Project
• Discuss trails and non-motorized path plans for the City of Ukiah
• Discuss future park and recreation uses of city-owned property on Norgard Lane
• Review and advise on Observatory Park landscaping update
• Approve minutes from July 11, 2023 regular meeting

The Public Spaces Commission meeting on September 12, 2023, was adjourned because only two of the three commissioners were present, lacking a quorum. No decisions were made; all agenda items were postponed to the next meeting.

• Meeting adjourned due to lack of quorum
• Approval of July 11, 2023 minutes postponed
• Riverside Park Regeneration Project report postponed
• Trails and non-motorized path plans discussion postponed
• Future park and recreation uses of Norgard Lane property discussion postponed
• Observatory Park landscape update postponed

Bid Opening

This is a bid opening meeting for the City of Ukiah, held in person and virtually. The agenda contains only procedural instructions for observing the bid opening, with no specific projects or contracts listed. No decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for receiving bids.

• Bid opening at Civic Center Council Chamber, 300 Seminary Avenue, Ukiah, CA
• Virtual participation via Zoom link and phone access provided
• ADA accommodations require 72-hour advance notice

Airport Commission

The Ukiah Airport Commission is holding a regular meeting with discussion and possible action on several items, including the Luv Carwash project, FAA grants and projects, monthly financials, maintenance, a runway extension study, and the City Corporation Yard Project. The agenda includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Luv Carwash discussion
• FAA Grants and Projects
• Airport Monthly Financial / Budget / Ad Hoc with year-to-date reports
• Runway Extension Study
• City Corporation Yard Project

The Ukiah Airport Commission voted 5-0 to approve new fuel pricing. The commission also discussed updates on the phase 2 runway project, airport maintenance, and the City's Corporation Yard relocation, but took no other formal votes.

• Approved new airport fuel pricing (5-0)

Design Review Board Regular Meeting

The regularly scheduled Design Review Board meeting for August 24, 2023, has been cancelled. Meetings are recurring on the fourth Thursday of every month.

Diversity and Equity Standing Committee - Regular

The Diversity and Equity Standing Committee will review the SB960 Project and the monthly progress report for the Equity Action Plan. Members will also discuss volunteer staffing for the Pumpkin Fest on October 14 and 15, 2023, and consider canceling regular meetings in November and December.

• Report on the SB960 Project
• Volunteer staffing for the 2023 Pumpkin Fest
• Proposed cancellation of November and December 2023 regular meetings
• Monthly progress report on the Equity Action Plan

The Diversity and Equity Standing Committee approved the minutes from June and the cancellation notice for July. The committee voted to cancel its regular November and December meetings and schedule a special meeting for November 8, 2023.

• Approved June 28, 2023, meeting minutes (7-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved July 26, 2023, meeting cancellation notice (8-0)
• Cancelled November 22 and December 27, 2023, meetings and scheduled special meeting for November 8, 2023 (8-0)

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will meet to approve routine minutes, disbursement reports, and several contracts. Key decisions include a $450,000 roofing contract for the Grace Hudson Museum, a $167,266 engineering contract for Main, Perkins, and Gobbi Street reconstruction, and a $1,000 storage equipment purchase. The Council will also discuss investment policies for petroleum companies and consider canceling the September 6 meeting.

• Approve $450,000 contract for Grace Hudson Museum roof replacement with San Francisco Roofing Services, Inc.
• Approve $167,266 contract amendment for engineering services on Main, Perkins, and Gobbi Street reconstruction with BKF Engineers
• Approve $1,000 purchase of storage drives and Dell Power Vault from The Drala Project Inc.
• Discuss and provide direction on City investment policy related to petroleum companies
• Approve cancellation of September 6, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting

The Ukiah City Council approved a policy restricting investment of idle city funds in firms involved in fossil fuel extraction or refinement, with existing holdings to be sold when financially prudent. The council also approved several consent items, including a contract amendment for engineering services and a roofing contract for the Grace Hudson Museum. Additionally, they authorized a memorandum of understanding with ChargePoint for EV charging stations and approved a letter to Mendocino County regarding the Airport Land Use Commission.

• Approved fossil fuel investment restriction for idle funds (4-1, Crane dissenting)
• Approved consent calendar items 8a-g, including $167,266 contract amendment with BKF Engineers and roofing contract with San Francisco Roofing Services
• Approved continued emergency contract with West Coast Fire & Water for fire remediation at Electric Utility Service Center
• Authorized City Manager to negotiate and execute MOU with ChargePoint for EV charging stations
• Approved letter to Mendocino County Board of Supervisors regarding Airport Land Use Commission composition
• Designated Vice Mayor Duenas as voting delegate for League of California Cities Annual Conference
• Approved cancellation of September 6, 2023 regular meeting with option for special meeting
• Approved minutes of August 2, 2023 meeting with correction

Mendocino Solid Waste Management Authority (MSWMA)

The Mendocino Solid Waste Management Authority board will discuss HazMobile and remote event dates for the first two quarters of FY23/24, and consider a possible leased equipment agreement. The notification of fully executed agreements item is cancelled. The meeting also includes routine items like minutes approval and reports.

• Discussion of HazMobile and remote event dates for FY23/24 Q1-Q2
• Possible leased equipment agreement with attachments (Equipment Lease Agreement, Units Lease List)
• Cancelled item: Notification of fully executed agreements
• Approval of June 8, 2023 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will receive a report from the Community Development Director regarding planning division projects. The commission will also receive training and hold a discussion regarding 2023 Brown Act updates.

• Community Development Director's Report
• Training and discussion of 2023 Brown Act updates

City Council

The City Council will consider several infrastructure contracts, including a $1.95 million utility undergrounding project. Members will also discuss whether to change investment preferences regarding petroleum companies and review community service fees.

• Award $1,958,740.78 contract to ARB, Inc. for electric utility fire mitigation undergrounding
• Approve $71,514.32 purchase of a portable concrete mixer from Cart-Away Concrete Systems, Inc.
• Discuss investment preferences of idle funds related to petroleum companies
• Review community service fee schedules for parks, pools, and the Grace Hudson Museum
• Approve $167,266 contract amendment for engineering services on Main, Perkins, and Gobbi Street

The City Council approved a $1,958,740.78 contract with ARB, Inc. for the Ukiah Electric Utility Fire Mitigation Undergrounding Project (Specification 23-08). The council also approved continued emergency fire remediation work, accepted a watershed assessment, and directed staff to explore replacing petroleum company investments. Several consent calendar items were approved, with one pulled for future discussion.

• Awarded $1,958,740.78 contract to ARB, Inc. for fire mitigation undergrounding (4-0)
• Approved continued emergency contract with West Coast Fire & Water for fire remediation (4-0)
• Approved CEQA exemption for electric utility fuel reduction and undergrounding projects (4-0)
• Accepted Western Hills Watershed Protection Area Baseline Assessment as complete (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar items including police MOU side letter, change order, and HVAC bid (4-0)
• Directed staff to research alternative bond holdings to replace petroleum company investments
• Appointed Orozco and Rodin to ad hoc for 150-year anniversary planning (4-0)
• Acknowledged CDBG grant completion and full reimbursement (4-0)

Bid Opening

This is a bid opening meeting, not a decision-making session. The city will open bids for a project at the Civic Center Council Chamber and via Zoom. No agenda items beyond procedural instructions for observing the bid opening are listed.

• Bid opening at 2:00 PM on August 1, 2023
• Location: Civic Center Council Chamber, 300 Seminary Avenue, Ukiah, CA
• Virtual participation via Zoom and phone available

Design Review Board Regular Meeting

The Design Review Board will review and provide input on a proposed ordinance amendment updating the City's objective design and development standards for new multi-family residential construction. The board's recommendation will go to the Planning Commission. The meeting also includes introducing a new board member and approving prior minutes.

• Ordinance amendment to update objective design and development standards for new multi-family residential construction
• Introduction of Lorena Akin, new Design Review Board appointee
• Approval of May 25, 2023 regular meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Ukiah Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting with mostly routine items, including approval of minutes and receiving the Community Development Director's report. The main discussion item is a proposal to consider changes to the format and presentation of planning division staff reports. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Approval of June 28, 2023 meeting minutes
• Receive Community Development Director's report
• Discussion on possible changes to planning division staff report format

Bid Opening

The City of Ukiah will publicly open and read aloud sealed bids for city projects at 2:00 PM on July 25, 2023. The bid opening will occur in the Civic Center Council Chamber and simultaneously via Zoom. No decisions are made at this event; bids are opened for transparency and record-keeping.

• Bid opening for city projects at 2:00 PM on July 25, 2023
• Held in Civic Center Council Chamber, 300 Seminary Avenue, Ukiah, CA 95482
• Virtual participation via Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85126037291
• Telephone access: 1-888-788-0099 (Access Code: 851 2603 7291)

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will hold a public hearing to consider an appeal of the Planning Commission’s denial of a major site development permit for a Redwood Credit Union bank facility at 101 South Main Street. The Council may overturn the denial and approve the project, which includes revised plans and conditions of approval. The meeting will also address routine administrative items, contracts, and budget amendments.

• Appeal of Planning Commission denial for Redwood Credit Union bank project at 101 South Main Street ($0, public hearing)
• Award of $68,680.65 contract to Chrisp Company for 2023 Street Striping Project
• Approval of $81,600 contract with Stone Creek Environmental Consulting for stormwater engineering services
• Approval of $158,555.29 contract change order for SCADA system upgrades at Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Approval of $174,864.80 on-call maintenance agreement with JM Integration for Wastewater Treatment Plant

The Ukiah City Council voted unanimously to continue the public hearing on the appeal of the Planning Commission's denial of a major site development permit for a Redwood Credit Union bank facility at 101 South Main Street. The council directed staff and the applicant to consider specific design modifications, including a second story, reduced parking, and eliminating parklets. The council also approved the consent calendar, continued an emergency fire remediation contract, and made board and commission appointments.

• Continued Redwood Credit Union bank appeal hearing for design modifications (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar items 7a-7h, including $68,680.65 street striping bid and $81,600 storm sewer engineering contract (4-0)
• Approved continued emergency contract with West Coast Fire & Water for fire remediation (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-30 making appointments to various boards and commissions (4-0)
• Approved minutes of June 21, 2023 regular meeting (4-0)
• Directed staff to continue discussion on investment preferences regarding petroleum companies to a future date

City Council

The Ukiah City Council is holding a special meeting with a public works workshop focused on future improvements to the Perkins and Gobbi Street corridors. The council will receive a presentation from Blue Zones Fellow Dan Burden and may provide direction to staff. No formal decisions are on the agenda; the item is a discussion and possible direction.

• Presentation of concepts for Perkins and Gobbi Street corridor improvements
• Possible direction to staff on corridor improvements
• Presentation by Blue Zones Fellow Dan Burden

The Ukiah City Council held a special meeting on April 19, 2023, featuring a public works workshop on future corridor improvements. Following a presentation and public comments, the council voted unanimously to direct staff to move toward implementing the presented concepts for the Perkins and Gobbi Street corridors and to begin the public engagement and Caltrans processes.

• Directed staff to implement Perkins and Gobbi Street corridor concepts and begin public engagement and Caltrans processes (4-0)

Airport Commission

The Ukiah Airport Commission will meet to discuss and take action on several operational and financial items, including fuel pricing, a carwash appeal, and updates on grants, budget, and maintenance. The meeting also includes time for public comments on non-agenda items, though no formal action will be taken on those comments.

• Luv Carwash appeal (action item)
• FAA grants and projects discussion
• Airport fuel pricing review with 2023 pricing chart
• Runway extension discussion
• Airport monthly financial and budget report

The Ukiah Airport Commission met on June 6, 2023, and took one substantive action: creating an ad hoc committee (Crane and Andronaco) to address airport fuel pricing. All other agenda items were informational reports or updates, with no votes or decisions recorded. The meeting adjourned at 7:49 p.m.

• Created ad hoc committee on airport fuel pricing (Crane, Andronaco)

Public Spaces Commission

The Public Spaces Commission will discuss and possibly direct staff on the Observatory Park landscape upgrade plan, and review the McGarvey Park landscape plan process. The meeting also includes approval of June minutes and suggestions for upcoming community forums.

• Discussion of Observatory Park Landscape Upgrade; recommended action to direct staff to proceed or discontinue planning
• Review of McGarvey Park Landscape Plan Process and Status (discussion only)
• Approval of minutes from June 13, 2023 special meeting
• Discussion of subjects for upcoming community forums

The Public Spaces Commission approved a motion to proceed with planning for the Observatory Park landscape upgrade, with all six present commissioners voting in favor. The commission also approved the minutes from the June 13 special meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; other agenda items were discussions only.

• Approved minutes of June 13 special meeting (6-0)
• Approved proceeding with planning for Observatory Park landscape upgrade (6-0)

City Council

This agenda consists solely of a cancellation notice for the July 5, 2023 regular City Council meeting. No business items are scheduled to be discussed or decided.

• Cancellation of the July 5, 2023 City Council regular meeting

Diversity and Equity Standing Committee - Regular

The Diversity and Equity Standing Committee will introduce a new member, receive a presentation from the City's Office of Emergency Management, and review progress on the Equity Action Plan. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comments.

• Introduce new committee member Lorena Akin, representing the Hispanic/Latino community
• Receive presentation from City of Ukiah Office of Emergency Management on preparedness and prevention
• Approve minutes from May 24, 2023 regular meeting
• Receive Equity Action Plan June progress report

The committee approved the minutes from their May 24, 2023, meeting. Members also received a presentation on emergency preparedness and introduced a new committee member.

• Approved May 24, 2023, meeting minutes (6-0-2)
• Tabled items 6, 7, and 8 until July 26, 2023

Planning Commission

The Ukiah Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Major Site Development Permit to demolish an existing car wash facility and construct a new automated car wash at 162 Talmage Road. Staff recommends approval based on draft findings and conditions of approval. The meeting also includes routine procedural items such as approval of prior minutes and director’s report.

• Consideration of Major Site Development Permit (MaSDP 22-7956) to demolish ±2,857 sq. ft. car wash and build ±2,433 sq. ft. automated car wash with 85-foot tunnel at 162 Talmage Road

Zoning Administrator

The Ukiah Zoning Administrator is meeting to consider a minor use permit for Medstar Ambulance of Mendocino County, Inc., dba Ukiah Ambulance, to operate within two existing buildings at 960 N. State St. The meeting also includes approval of past meeting minutes and public comments on non-agenda items. The decision on the permit is subject to appeal by June 30, 2023.

• Minor Use Permit for Medstar Ambulance at 960 N. State St.; APN 001-351-37; File No. 23-8466
• Approval of minutes from October 17, 2022, December 15, 2022, and June 1, 2023 meetings
• Appeal deadline for decisions: Friday, June 30, 2023 by 5:00 p.m.

Design Review Board Regular Meeting

The regularly scheduled Design Review Board meeting for June 22, 2023, has been cancelled. Meetings are recurring on the fourth Thursday of every month.

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will consider adopting the fiscal year 2023-24 budget, a five-year capital improvement plan, and related resolutions. The agenda also includes several consent items, such as contract extensions and project approvals, plus a closed session on litigation and personnel matters.

• Adoption of FY 2023-24 budget, Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan, Gann Limit Resolution, and budget agreement with Ukiah Valley Sanitation District
• Approval of $60,000 one-year extension for pre-hospital emergency medical services consulting with AP Triton LLC
• Approval of $133,869.21 contract amendment for SCADA system upgrade at Water Treatment Plant using Water Reserve Funds
• Adoption of plans and specifications for Orr Street Bridge Replacement, Specification 23-06, and authorization to issue bids
• Consideration of bid award for Recycled Water Project – Phase 4, Specification 23-01

The Ukiah City Council approved the fiscal year 2023-24 budget, the five-year Capital Improvement Plan, the Gann Limit resolution, and a budget agreement with the Ukiah Valley Sanitation District. The council also approved several contracts and project awards, including the Recycled Water Project Phase 4 and the Orr Street Bridge replacement plans. All votes were unanimous among the four present councilmembers, with one member absent.

• Adopted FY 2023-24 budget resolution (2023-28) (4-0)
• Adopted Five-Year Capital Improvement Program for FY 2023-24 (4-0)
• Adopted Gann Limit resolution (2023-29) (4-0)
• Approved FY 2023-24 budget agreement with Ukiah Valley Sanitation District (4-0)
• Approved Electric Department Public Benefit Program additions (4-0)
• Approved continued emergency contract with West Coast Fire & Water for fire remediation (4-0)
• Approved Orr Street Bridge Replacement plans and authorized bids (3-1, Crane dissenting)
• Awarded Recycled Water Project Phase 4 bid to Ghilotti Construction Company (4-0)

Bid Opening

The City of Ukiah is holding a bid opening on June 20, 2023, at 2:00 PM, both in person and virtually. The agenda contains only procedural instructions for viewing and participating in the bid opening; no specific project or contract details are listed.

• Bid opening at Civic Center Council Chamber, 300 Seminary Avenue, Ukiah, CA
• Virtual participation via Zoom link and toll-free call-in number
• ADA accommodations require 72-hour advance notice

Planning Commission

The Ukiah Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a Major Site Development Permit for a Redwood Credit Union bank facility at 101 S. Main St. Staff recommends approval, including exceptions to the Downtown Zoning Code, and a finding of consistency with a mitigation measure. The commission will also approve prior meeting minutes and receive a director's report.

• Public hearing on Major Site Development Permit for Redwood Credit Union at 101 S. Main St. (APN 002-231-001)
• Requested exceptions to Downtown Zoning Code
• Finding of consistency with Mitigation Measure CUL-2 for Demolition Permit No. 21-6155
• Approval of minutes from May 10, 2023 regular meeting
• Director's report on Planning Division projects

The Ukiah Planning Commission voted 4-1 to recommend denial of a Major Site Development Permit for a proposed 4,715 sq ft Redwood Credit Union bank facility with a drive-thru ATM at 101 S. Main St. The denial was based on findings by Commissioners DeGrassi and M. Johnson, in addition to staff findings. The motion carried with Commissioner R. Johnson dissenting. The recommendation will be forwarded to the City Council for final action.

• Recommended denial of Major Site Permit for Redwood Credit Union bank at 101 S. Main St. (4-1)
• Approved minutes of May 10, 2023 regular meeting (5-0)

Ukiah Valley Fire District

The Ukiah Valley Fire District Board will consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2023-24 budget, amending the bank signature list, updating harassment policies, and approving purchases of a command vehicle and an ambulance. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes and public comment.

• Adoption of FY 2023-24 budget for Ukiah Valley Fire District/Fire Authority
• Resolution to amend bank signature list: remove Jenifer Bazzani and Robert Banks, add Kevin Jennings
• Title change of Policy 1024 to 'Prohibited Harassment' and add Policy 5014 'Sexual Harassment'
• Purchase of Command/Chief vehicle ($75,000-$88,000) with $25,000 budget amendment (total $100,000)
• Purchase of one 2023 Type 3 ambulance from Braun Northwest for $207,275.33

Public Spaces Commission

The Public Spaces Commission will hear a presentation from Gretchen Stranzl McCann of GSM Landscape Architects on possible landscaping concepts for McGarvey Park, related to a site development project to repair irrigation and paths. The commission will also consider approving minutes from the May 9, 2023 special meeting. Public comment is invited on the presentation.

• Presentation on McGarvey Park landscaping concepts by GSM Landscape Architects
• Public comment on McGarvey Park landscaping concepts
• Approval of minutes from May 9, 2023 special meeting

The Commission heard a presentation from GSM Landscape Architects regarding landscaping concepts for McGarvey Park. Members of the public provided feedback on park preservation, accessibility, and desired additions. No formal actions were taken on the presentation.

• Approved May 9, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Fire Executive Committee

The Ukiah Valley Fire Authority Executive Committee will meet on June 13, 2023, to adopt the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Preliminary Budget. The meeting will be held in person at the Civic Center Council Chamber and virtually via Zoom.

• Review and adoption of the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Preliminary Budget for the Ukiah Valley Fire District/Authority

The Fire Executive Committee unanimously approved the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Preliminary Budget for the Ukiah Valley Fire District/Authority. The motion was made by Orozco and seconded by Sher, passing with all four present members voting in favor. No other substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

• Approved FY 2023-24 Preliminary Budget for the Fire Authority (4-0)

City Council

The Ukiah City Council is holding a special meeting to receive a presentation on the draft 2023-24 fiscal year city budget and the draft five-year capital improvement plan. The council may provide direction on these items, which were continued from a prior meeting if necessary. No other substantive business is on the agenda.

• Presentation of Draft 2023-24 Fiscal Year City Budget
• Draft Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan for FYE 24
• Vehicle and Equipment Justification Placeholder attachment

City Council

The Ukiah City Council is holding a special meeting to receive a presentation on the draft 2023-24 fiscal year city budget and the draft five-year capital improvement plan. The council will provide direction as necessary, but no final action is scheduled. The agenda is otherwise limited to routine items like roll call, public comments, and adjournment.

• Draft 2023-24 fiscal year city budget presentation
• Draft five-year capital improvement plan (FYE 24)
• Vehicle and equipment justification placeholder attachment

The Ukiah City Council held a special meeting to receive presentations on the draft 2023-24 fiscal year budget and five-year capital improvement plan, continuing from the prior day. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational only, with department presentations and one public comment. The meeting adjourned without any votes or actions.

• No formal decisions or votes were recorded during the meeting

Mendocino Solid Waste Management Authority (MSWMA)

The Mendocino Solid Waste Management Authority Board of Commissioners will discuss and possibly adopt the FY23/24 budget, review existing equipment, and plan HazMobile and remote event dates. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes and setting the next meeting date, with a possible closed session.

• Consideration and possible adoption of FY23/24 budget
• Discussion on existing equipment approach
• Discussion on HazMobile and remote event dates for first two quarters of FY23/24
• Approval of minutes from May 11, 2023 regular meeting
• Discussion on changing regular meeting schedule and setting next meeting date

The Mendocino Solid Waste Management Authority Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted the FY23/24 budget as a working document. They also discussed equipment approaches and HazMobile event dates, directing staff accordingly. The board changed its regular meeting schedule to bi-monthly on the second Thursday at 9:00 a.m., with the next meeting set for August 10, 2023.

• Adopted FY23/24 budget as working document (5-0)
• Received equipment approach report and gave direction to staff
• Consensus to email HazMobile/remote event schedule to commissioners
• Changed regular meetings to bi-monthly on second Thursdays at 9:00 a.m.
• Set next meeting for August 10, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. in Ukiah

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing on proposed electric rate adjustments, consider awarding a $2,994,000 bid for thickening and dewatering improvements, and act on several consent calendar items including a $245,000 budget amendment for fire dispatch services. The agenda also includes proclamations, a wildfire mitigation plan report, and multiple closed session items on litigation and labor negotiations.

• Public hearing on proposed electric rate adjustments (Resolution adopting rate schedule 07/01/2023)
• Award bid to Pacific Infrastructure for $2,994,000 for Thickening and Dewatering Improvements (Spec 23-02)
• Approve budget amendment for Fire Dispatch Services in the amount of $245,000 for FY 2022/2023
• Ratify addendum #1 to license agreement with North Coast Rail Authority for Mason Street Property; authorize license agreements with Big Daddy Garden Supply, Alpha Labs Inc., and Ron Meaux
• Authorize City Manager to negotiate agreement with Pano AI for four wildfire camera sites

The Ukiah City Council approved a $2,994,000 bid to Pacific Infrastructure for thickening and dewatering improvements, contingent on Ukiah Valley Sanitation District approval, along with a corresponding budget amendment. The council also adopted electric rate adjustments, authorized a wildfire camera agreement with Pano AI, and approved consent calendar items including a fire dispatch budget amendment and a zero property tax sharing agreement. All votes were 4-0 with Councilmember Sher absent.

• Approved $2,994,000 bid to Pacific Infrastructure for thickening and dewatering improvements (4-0, contingent on sanitation district approval)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-24 approving electric rate adjustments (4-0)
• Authorized City Manager to negotiate and execute agreement with Pano AI for four wildfire camera sites (4-0)
• Approved continued emergency contract with West Coast Fire & Water for fire remediation at Electric Utility Service Center (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar items 7a-7g, including fire dispatch budget amendment and zero property tax sharing agreement (4-0)
• Approved minutes of March 17, 2023 regular meeting (4-0)

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will hold a special meeting to receive a presentation on the draft 2023-24 fiscal year budget and the draft Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan. The council may provide direction on these items, but no final approval is scheduled. Public comments on non-agenda items are also permitted.

• Presentation of Draft 2023-24 Fiscal Year City Budget
• Draft Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan (FYE 24)
• Vehicle and Equipment Justification Placeholder attachment

The Ukiah City Council held a special meeting on June 7, 2023, to receive a presentation on the draft 2023-24 fiscal year city budget and the draft five-year Capital Improvement Plan. No formal decisions were made; the item was presented for review and discussion only. The meeting adjourned without any votes or actions.

• Received presentation of draft 2023-24 budget and five-year CIP (no action taken)

Airport Commission

The Ukiah Airport Commission will discuss and potentially recommend airport fuel pricing to the City Council, review monthly financials, and hear updates on FAA grants, maintenance, and a runway extension study. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes and public comments.

• Airport fuel pricing recommendation to Council, with 2017 resolution and 2023 pricing chart
• Review of year-to-date financials for 2022 and 2023, including balance sheets and fuel YTD
• Discussion of FAA grants and projects
• Update on runway extension study
• Update on City Corp Yard Project

The Ukiah Airport Commission reviewed airport financials and discussed several items, but made no formal decisions. It agreed that funding a Zipcar is not feasible at this time, and appointed an ad-hoc committee for the runway extension study. The commission also requested a review of past budgets for fuel pricing at the next meeting.

• Agreed airport funding of Zipcar is not feasible at this time
• Appointed Ad-hoc Committee (Crane and Beckler) for runway extension study
• Requested review of past budgets for fuel pricing at next meeting

Ukiah Valley Fire District

The Ukiah Valley Fire District board will discuss and review the Fiscal Year 2023-24 budget and consider approving a stipend increase for its paid-on-call firefighters from $80 to $100 per 24-hour shift. The meeting also includes standard procedural items and public comment.

• Review and discussion of the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Ukiah Valley Fire District/Fire Authority Budget
• Proposed increase of paid-on-call stipend from $80.00 to $100.00 per 24-hour shift

Zoning Administrator

The Ukiah Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to decide whether to renew Vibe Ukiah, LLC’s cannabis manufacturing and retail permit at 441 North State Street and to approve a 39-foot fire training tower proposed by Ukiah Valley Fire Authority. The meeting also includes routine approval of past meeting minutes and an appeal process overview.

• Renewal of Vibe Ukiah, LLC cannabis permit at 441 North State Street (APN 002-186-19)
• Approval of 39-foot fire training tower for Ukiah Valley Fire Authority at an unspecified location
• Approval of minutes from October 17, 2022 and December 15, 2022 Zoning Administrator meetings

Design Review Board Regular Meeting

The Design Review Board will review a proposal for a new automated car wash at 162 Talmage Road. The Board will also consider a public artwork offer for Todd Grove Park and discuss appointing a new Chair and Vice Chair.

• Demolition of existing car wash and construction of new facility at 162 Talmage Road
• Mural Permit application for public artwork in Todd Grove Park
• Nomination and appointment of Board Chair and Vice Chair

Diversity and Equity Standing Committee - Regular

The Diversity and Equity Standing Committee will hold its regular meeting at the Grace Hudson Museum and via Zoom. The agenda includes routine items such as approving minutes, receiving a museum presentation, and reviewing equity action plan updates. No major decisions or new proposals are listed.

• Approval of April 26, 2023 meeting minutes
• Grace Hudson Museum presentation
• Approval of Committee Guidelines for Conduct
• Equity Action Plan progress report

The Diversity and Equity Standing Committee approved its Guidelines for Conduct, previously discussed in April, and approved the April 26, 2023, meeting minutes. Members also heard a presentation on the Grace Hudson Museum and received updates on the Equity Action Plan.

• Approved Guidelines for Conduct (7-0)
• Approved April 26, 2023, meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council

The Ukiah City Council is meeting to consider routine consent items, including a $35,000 per year lease for 14 Flock safety cameras, a $143,679.50 contract amendment for the Recycled Water Project Phase 4, and a $50,000 budget for opioid settlement funds. The council will also receive proclamations, a budget primer, and updates on committee assignments. Several closed session items are scheduled for legal counsel and labor negotiations.

• Lease of 14 Flock safety cameras at $35,000/year for 5 years
• Contract amendment with Carollo Engineers for $143,679.50 for Recycled Water Project Phase 4 design
• Budget amendment creating $50,000 expenditure accounts for opioid settlement funds (Special Fund 308)
• Resolution promoting an idle-free Ukiah
• Status report on emergency fire remediation contract at Electric Utility Service Center at Hastings

The City Council adopted a revised resolution to promote an idle-free Ukiah. The council also approved a safety camera lease and continued emergency fire remediation work at the Electric Utility Service Center.

• Adopted revised Resolution 2023-22 promoting an idle-free Ukiah (5-0)
• Approved $35,000 annual lease for 14 Flock Safety Group cameras for five years (5-0)
• Approved continued emergency contract with West Coast Fire & Water for fire remediation at Electric Utility Service Center (5-0)
• Approved May 17, 2023, meeting minutes (5-0)

Bid Opening

The Ukiah City Council will publicly open sealed bids for unspecified projects during a hybrid meeting at the Civic Center Council Chamber and via Zoom. Residents can watch the live stream or call in to listen; participation requires advance notice for accommodations.

Mendocino Solid Waste Management Authority (MSWMA)

The Mendocino Solid Waste Management Authority Board of Commissioners will discuss illegal dump site cleanups. The board is considering a budget amendment to authorize the General Manager to approve funds for immediate and minor impact areas and sites.

• Budget amendment of $25,000 for illegal dump site cleanups
• May 5, 2023, Year-to-Date Financial Report
• Approval of April 20, 2023, Special Meeting minutes

The Board approved a budget amendment to allow the General Manager to approve immediate and minor impact illegal dump site cleanups. The Board also approved the minutes from the April 20, 2023, meeting.

• Approved $25,000 budget amendment for General Manager to approve immediate and minor impact dump sites (4-0)
• Approved April 20, 2023, meeting minutes (4-0)
• Scheduled next regular meeting for June 8, 2023

Planning Commission

The Ukiah Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider approving a Major Site Development Permit for a new Redwood Credit Union bank facility at 101 S. Main St. The staff recommends approval, including exceptions to the Downtown Zoning Code, and finding the project consistent with a prior mitigation measure. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and receiving the director's report.

• Major Site Development Permit for Redwood Credit Union at 101 S. Main St. (APN 002-231-001, File No. 22-7977)
• Requested exceptions to Downtown Zoning Code
• Public hearing on the bank project
• Approval of April 26, 2023, Planning Commission minutes
• Community Development Director's report

The Planning Commission voted to continue the consideration of a Major Site Development Permit for a Redwood Credit Union bank facility at 101 S. Main St. The item will be revisited at the June 14, 2023, meeting.

• Approved minutes of April 26, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved continuance of Redwood Credit Union bank facility permit (File No. 22-7977) to June 14, 2023 (3-1)

Fire Executive Committee

The Ukiah Valley Fire Authority's Fire Executive Committee will meet to consider adopting the fiscal year 2023-24 budget and receive a report on a completed fire mitigation fee nexus study. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from a June 2022 special meeting and routine items like public comment and chief's reports.

• Consideration and possible adoption of FY 23-24 Fire Authority Budget
• Introduction of completed Fire Mitigation Fee Nexus Study (receive report)
• Approval of June 14, 2022 special meeting minutes

The Fire Executive Committee approved the minutes from its June 14, 2022 special meeting. The committee discussed the Fiscal Year 2023/2024 Fire Authority Budget but took no action, with the finance director preparing cost reports for the next meeting in July. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of June 14, 2022 special meeting (4-0)
• Discussed FY 2023/2024 budget; no action taken, deferred to July

Public Spaces Commission

The Public Spaces Commission will consider recommending that the City Council extend the Observatory Park Strategic Plan for five more years and adopt the California 30x30 Initiative to conserve 30% of city-owned properties. They will also receive reports on the city's new volunteer program, the municipal pool at Todd Grove Park, and conditions at McGarvey Park, and may schedule an additional meeting for June 11th.

• Recommendation to extend 2018-2023 Observatory Park Strategic Plan for five years
• Recommendation to pursue California 30x30 Initiative (conserve 30% of city-owned properties)
• Report on City's new volunteer program
• Report on state of Municipal Pool at Todd Grove Park
• Report on current conditions at McGarvey Park

The Public Spaces Commission approved recommendations to the City Council to extend the 2018-2023 Observatory Park Strategic Plan for five additional years and to pursue the California 30x30 Initiative. They also scheduled an additional meeting for June 13th to discuss McGarvey Park conditions. Minutes from previous meetings were approved.

• Approved recommendation to extend Observatory Park Strategic Plan for five years (4-0)
• Approved recommendation to pursue California 30x30 Initiative (4-0)
• Scheduled additional meeting for June 13th to discuss McGarvey Park (4-0)
• Approved minutes from November 8, 2022 regular meeting (4-0)
• Approved minutes from January 10, 2023 special meeting (4-0)

Design Review Board Special Meeting

The Design Review Board is holding a special meeting to receive staff presentations on the Brown Act and the board's roles, responsibilities, and procedures of conduct. No project reviews or decisions are scheduled; the agenda is limited to training and discussion.

• Brown Act refresher training for board members
• Discussion of Design Review Board roles and responsibilities
• Review of 2018 Design Review Board Procedures of Conduct

City Council

The Ukiah City Council is meeting to consider several items, including adopting an ordinance to prohibit retail sales of flavored tobacco products, approving a reduced garbage collection rate for qualifying residents, and receiving financial and departmental progress reports. The agenda also includes proclamations, consent calendar items, and closed session discussions on litigation and negotiations.

• Adoption of ordinance prohibiting retail sales of flavored tobacco products
• Approval of $20.95 monthly garbage rate for reduced 10-gallon service with Ukiah Waste Solutions
• Approval of scope of work for greenhouse gas emissions inventory with Rincon and contract amendment with Mintier Harnish
• Receive and file third quarter 2022-23 financial report
• Mid-year departmental budget and objectives review for FY 2022-23

The City Council adopted Ordinance No. 1232 to prohibit the retail sale of flavored tobacco and update anti-smoking regulations. The council also approved a reduced garbage collection rate and continued emergency fire remediation work.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1232 prohibiting retail sales of flavored tobacco products (5-0)
• Approved reduced garbage collection rate of $20.95 per month for qualified users (5-0)
• Approved continued emergency contract with West Coast Fire & Water for fire remediation at Electric Utility Service Center (5-0)
• Approved greenhouse gas emissions inventory scope of work and budget amendment for Community Development (5-0)
• Approved minutes for April 19, 2023, special and regular meetings (5-0)

Airport Commission

The Ukiah Airport Commission is holding its regular May 2023 meeting. The agenda includes discussion and possible action on airport fuel pricing, a Zip Car service, FAA grants and projects, monthly financials, maintenance, a runway extension study, the City Corp Yard project, Airport Day, and aviation outreach. Most items are listed without detailed staff reports or recommended actions, so the meeting is largely a discussion and status-update session.

• Airport fuel pricing review with 2023 pricing chart
• Discussion of Zip Car car-sharing service
• FAA grants and projects update
• Runway extension study discussion
• Airport Day 2023 planning with flyer

The Ukiah Airport Commission voted 5-0 to recommend keeping airport user fees based on the Bay Area CIP plus 1.5%. They discussed the Zip Car agreement, finding the price and one-year term too high, and directed staff to negotiate better terms. The commission also appointed an ad-hoc committee for the runway extension study and received updates on FAA grants, maintenance, and the City Corporation Yard project.

• Recommended keeping airport user fees based on Bay Area CIP + 1.5% (5-0)
• Appointed Ad-hoc committee (Crane and Beckler) for runway extension study
• Directed staff to negotiate Zip Car agreement terms

Design Review Board Regular Meeting

The Design Review Board's regularly scheduled meeting for April 27, 2023 has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided. The board meets on the fourth Thursday of each month.

• Meeting cancelled

Diversity and Equity Standing Committee - Regular

The Diversity and Equity Standing Committee is meeting to receive a presentation on the Clean California Local Grant Program, discuss its purpose and conduct guidelines, and receive city news updates. It will also consider approving the March 22, 2023 minutes, dissolving the ad hoc committee that created the Equity Action Plan, and receiving a progress report on the plan's objectives and performance measures.

• Receive presentation on Clean California Local Grant Program
• Discuss committee purpose and develop guidelines for conduct
• Approve minutes from March 22, 2023 regular meeting
• Dissolve ad hoc committee established to create the Equity Action Plan
• Receive Equity Action Plan updates and goals (April progress report)

The Diversity and Equity Standing Committee voted unanimously to dissolve the ad hoc committee created in 2020 to develop the Equity Action Plan, as the plan has been completed. The committee also approved the minutes from its March 22, 2023 meeting, with one abstention. No other formal decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of presentations and announcements.

• Dissolved ad hoc committee for Equity Action Plan (9-0)
• Approved March 22, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0-1)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider adopting new rules for conducting its meetings. The body will also receive an annual housing report and a presentation on the history of the city's commercial development design guidelines.

• Adoption of Resolution 2023 regarding rules for conducting Planning Commission meetings
• Presentation of the 2022 Annual Housing Report
• Presentation on the history of City design guidelines for commercial development

The Ukiah Planning Commission adopted Resolution 2023- establishing rules for conducting its meetings, after a public request moved the item from the consent calendar to unfinished business. The commission also received presentations on the Annual Housing Report and the history of the City's Design Guidelines for Commercial Development, with no decisions made on those items.

• Adopted Resolution 2023- Adopting Rules for Conducting Planning Commission Meetings (4-0)
• Moved consent calendar item on meeting rules to unfinished business (4-0)
• Approved minutes of April 12, 2023 regular meeting (4-0)

Mendocino Solid Waste Management Authority (MSWMA)

The Mendocino Solid Waste Management Authority (MSWMA) Board of Commissioners will decide on a major restructuring plan involving three agreements with Ukiah Waste Solutions and the City of Ukiah. Items include a new household hazardous waste services contract, a lease transfer, and administrative services, contingent on City Council approval. The board will also vote on budget amendments totaling $67,083.25 and consider changing future meeting dates to the second Thursday of each month.

• Approve three agreements with Ukiah Waste Solutions and City of Ukiah for waste services restructuring, effective April 1, 2023
• Add $19,083.25 budget line for JPA agreement restatement and restructuring plan costs
• Add $48,000 budget line for City of Ukiah general manager compensation (March 1–June 30, 2023)
• Transfer all MSWMA funds to City of Ukiah as new custodian and close existing accounts
• Move regular meetings to second Thursdays at 9:00 a.m., starting May 11, 2023

The Board approved three agreements to restructure operations, including hazardous waste services and administrative support. The Board also authorized budget amendments for restructuring costs and directed the transfer of all funds to the City of Ukiah.

• Approved hazardous waste services agreement with Ukiah Waste Solutions (4-1)
• Approved lease of 3200 Taylor Drive to Ukiah Waste Solutions (4-1)
• Approved administrative services agreement with City of Ukiah (4-1)
• Approved $19,083.25 budget item to reimburse City of Ukiah for restructuring costs (5-0)
• Approved $48,000 budget item for City of Ukiah initial compensation (5-0)
• Directed transfer of all funds from Savings Bank of Mendocino County to the City (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-01 to use Action Minute style with digital recordings (5-0)
• Approved moving regular meetings to the second Thursday of the month at 9:00 a.m.

City Council

The Ukiah City Council is holding a special meeting to review mid-year departmental budget and objectives progress for fiscal year 2022-23, and to consider draft objectives for 2023-24. They will also receive the Ukiah Police Department's 2022 annual report. The meeting is primarily for discussion and receiving reports, with no new business items listed.

• Mid-year budget and objectives review for FY 2022-23
• Draft objectives for FY 2023-24
• Police Department Annual Report for 2022
• Draft Capital Improvement Plans (CIP) for Fire, Police, and Finance/IT

The Ukiah City Council held a special meeting to review mid-year departmental budget and objectives progress for FY 2022-23, draft objectives, and five-year capital improvement plan updates for FY 2023-24. The Police Department Annual Report was also presented and received. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the items were informational only.

• Received Police Department Annual Report (no vote recorded)
• Reviewed mid-year departmental budget and objectives progress (no action taken)

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will consider awarding a $9.8 million construction contract for the Downtown Streetscape, Road Diet and Utilities Project Phase II, along with several other routine items. The agenda also includes public hearings, reports on emergency fire remediation, and possible introduction of an ordinance banning flavored tobacco sales. Closed session items include multiple lawsuits and a performance evaluation for the City Manager.

• Award $9,835,445.75 bid to Ghilotti Construction for Downtown Streetscape Phase II
• Adopt ordinance establishing prezoning districts for 16 city-owned properties in unincorporated Mendocino County
• Approve $140,462.76/year three-year Microsoft Enterprise Agreement with Dell
• Introduce ordinance prohibiting retail sales of flavored tobacco products
• Approve application for CalTrans Clean CA Grant for Oak Manor Garden project

The Ukiah City Council approved the consent calendar, including a $9,835,445.75 bid to Ghilotti Construction for the Downtown Streetscape, Road Diet and Utilities Project Phase II, and a budget amendment. The council also introduced an ordinance prohibiting retail sales of flavored tobacco products, approved plans for the Recycled Water Project Phase 4, and authorized a CalTrans grant application. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the minutes approval.

• Approved $9,835,445.75 bid to Ghilotti Construction for Downtown Streetscape Phase II (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance prohibiting retail sales of flavored tobacco products (5-0)
• Approved plans and authorized bids for Recycled Water Project Phase 4 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-19 updating Tree Management Guidelines (5-0)
• Approved CalTrans Clean CA grant application and resolution (5-0)
• Approved continued emergency contract with West Coast Fire & Water (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including OpenGov contract and Microsoft licensing agreement (5-0)
• Approved minutes of April 5 meetings (4-0, Crane abstained)

Planning Commission

The Ukiah Planning Commission will receive a bi-annual status update on the Community Center and Winter Homeless Shelter at 1045 South State Street, and discuss possible changes to its Rules of Conduct. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and standard procedural items.

• Status update on Community Center and Winter Homeless Shelter at 1045 South State Street
• Discussion of changes to Planning Commission Rules of Conduct
• Approval of minutes from March 22, 2023 regular meeting

The Ukiah Planning Commission approved changes to its Rules of Conduct, except for a specific paragraph in Section 6 regarding public address after hearings close. The Commission also received a bi-annual status update on the Community Center and Winer Homeless Shelter at 1045 South State Street. No new business was introduced, and no appeals were received.

• Approved changes to Planning Commission Rules of Conduct (5-0), excluding a new paragraph in Section 6
• Approved Minutes of March 22, 2023 Regular Meeting (5-0)
• Received bi-annual status update on Community Center and Winer Homeless Shelter
• Received Planning Commissioners Report and Director’s Report

Ukiah Valley Fire District

The Ukiah Valley Fire District Board will consider appointing a new board member, adopting a resolution to continue fire protection mitigation fees, and approving changes to several district policies. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes and public comment.

• Appointment of a new board member (Jeff Adair submitted a letter of interest)
• Resolution requesting Mendocino County Board of Supervisors to continue fire protection mitigation fees
• Approval of changes to policies 1002, 1003, 1006, 1010, and 1011
• Approval of minutes from February 14, 2023 regular meeting

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent calendar covering routine contracts and approvals, plus public hearings and new business items. Key decisions include a proposed ordinance to allow on-site consumption at cannabis dispensaries, purchase of two properties near Doolan Canyon Drive for $402,400, and several construction and service contracts. The agenda also includes closed-session items on litigation and negotiations.

• Ordinance to permit on-site consumption at cannabis dispensaries
• Purchase of real property near Doolan Canyon Drive (APNs 003-260-01-00, 003-500-14-00) for $402,400
• Award bid to MARZ Engineering for $113,499.84 for Todd Grove Park BBQ facility reconstruction
• Approve $63,545 for three-year SCADA software subscription renewal for Water Treatment Plant
• Prezoning 16 city-owned parcels in unincorporated Mendocino County

The Ukiah City Council adopted Ordinance No. 1230, amending the city code to permit and regulate cannabis consumption areas at commercial cannabis retail businesses and microbusinesses, with a 3-1 vote (Councilmember Dueñas dissenting). The council also approved several other items, including a $68,800 feasibility study contract for the Corporation Yard, a $113,499.84 bid for the Todd Grove Park barbecue facility reconstruction, and the purchase of real property near Doolan Canyon Drive for $402,400. All other consent calendar items were approved unanimously.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1230 permitting on-site cannabis consumption at dispensaries (3-1, Dueñas dissenting)
• Approved $68,800 contract with LDA Partners for Corporation Yard feasibility study (4-0)
• Awarded $113,499.84 bid to MARZ Engineering for Todd Grove Park BBQ facility reconstruction (4-0)
• Approved $402,400 purchase of real property near Doolan Canyon Drive (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar items including opioid settlement resolution, McGarvey Park landscape plan, and SCADA software renewal (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-18 to prezone 16 city-owned parcels in unincorporated Mendocino County (4-0)
• Approved services agreement with Mendocino Solid Waste Management Authority (4-0)
• Received report on emergency fire remediation contract at Electric Utility Service Center (4-0)

City Council

The Ukiah City Council is holding a special meeting to review the mid-year departmental budget and objectives progress for fiscal year 2022-23, as well as draft objectives for fiscal year 2023-24. The council will receive, review, consider, and discuss updates on current objectives and preliminary draft departmental objectives. The agenda includes draft Capital Improvement Program (CIP) plans for several departments.

• Mid-Year Departmental Budget and Objectives Progress Review for FY 2022-23
• Review of Draft Objectives for FY 2023-24
• Draft CIP 5-year plan for Finance/IT (FYE 2024)
• Draft CIP 5-year plan for Community Services (FYE 2024)
• Draft CIP 5-year plan for Public Works and Water Resources (FYE 2024)

The Ukiah City Council adopted Ordinance No. 1230, amending the city code to permit and regulate cannabis consumption areas at commercial cannabis retail businesses and microbusinesses, with a 3-1 vote (Councilmember Dueñas dissenting). The council also approved several other items, including a $68,800 feasibility study contract for the Corporation Yard, a $113,499.84 bid for Todd Grove Park barbecue facility reconstruction, and a $402,400 property purchase near Doolan Canyon Drive. All votes were 4-0 except the cannabis ordinance, which passed 3-1.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1230 permitting on-site cannabis consumption at dispensaries (3-1, Dueñas no)
• Approved $68,800 contract with LDA Partners for Corporation Yard feasibility study (4-0)
• Awarded $113,499.84 bid to MARZ Engineering for Todd Grove Park BBQ facility reconstruction (4-0)
• Approved $402,400 purchase of property near Doolan Canyon Drive with lease option (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-18 to prezone 16 city-owned parcels in unincorporated county (4-0)
• Approved services agreement with Mendocino Solid Waste Management Authority (4-0)
• Approved emergency contract with West Coast Fire & Water for fire remediation (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar items including opioid settlement resolution and SCADA renewal (4-0)

Airport Commission

The Ukiah Airport Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss airport operations, including user fees, a Zipcar parking agreement, federal grants, monthly finances, maintenance, a runway extension study, and a city corporation yard project. The meeting will also include public comments and approval of previous minutes.

• Review of 2023 airport user fees
• Consideration of Zipcar parking agreement
• Discussion of FAA grants and projects
• Review of 2022–2023 financial reports and balance sheets
• Presentation of runway extension study

The Commission approved the minutes from the February 7, 2023 meeting and appointed Commissioners Crane and Beckler to an ad-hoc committee for a runway extension study. Staff provided updates on the phase 2 runway project, ongoing maintenance, and the search for a new City Corporation Yard location.

• Approved February 7, 2023 minutes
• Appointed Crane and Beckler to Runway Extension Study ad-hoc committee

Mendocino Solid Waste Management Authority (MSWMA)

The Mendocino Solid Waste Management Authority (MSWMA) Board of Commissioners will consider approving three agreements that would restructure its operations, including contracting with Ukiah Waste Solutions for household hazardous waste services, leasing 3200 Taylor Drive to that company, and having the City of Ukiah provide general manager and administrative services. The board will also vote on budget amendments to fund the restructuring and a resolution to adopt action minutes with digital recordings as the official record. A closed session is scheduled for labor negotiations and potential employee discipline.

• Approve services agreement with Ukiah Waste Solutions for household hazardous waste services
• Approve lease of 3200 Taylor Drive to Ukiah Waste Solutions
• Approve services agreement with City of Ukiah for general manager and administrative services
• Approve budget amendments: $19,083.25 for JPA restatement and $48,000 for City of Ukiah compensation (March-June 2023)
• Adopt resolution for action minutes with digital audio/video recordings as official record

The Mendocino Solid Waste Management Authority Board of Commissioners convened a special meeting on March 30, 2023, but due to a lack of quorum in one location, Chair Mulheren called for adjournment to the regularly scheduled meeting of April 20, 2023. No substantive decisions were made.

• Adjourned special meeting to April 20, 2023 regular meeting due to lack of quorum

Design Review Board Regular Meeting

The Design Review Board will review a Major Site Development Permit application for a new Redwood Credit Union bank facility at 101 S. Main St. and formulate a recommendation to the Planning Commission. The board will also consider approving draft minutes from a May 26, 2022 special meeting. Public comments on non-agenda items are limited to three minutes per person.

• Major Site Development Permit for Redwood Credit Union bank at 101 S. Main St., APN 002-231-001, File No. 22-7977
• Approval of May 26, 2022 DRB Draft Special Meeting Minutes

Mendocino Solid Waste Management Authority (MSWMA)

The Mendocino Solid Waste Management Authority board will consider approving three agreements that would restructure its operations, including contracting with Ukiah Waste Solutions for household hazardous waste services and leasing 3200 Taylor Drive to them, and with the City of Ukiah for general manager and administrative services. The board will also vote on budget amendments, fund transfers, and other administrative items. This is a regular meeting with several action items, not just procedural boilerplate.

• Approve services agreement with Ukiah Waste Solutions for household hazardous waste services, effective April 1, 2023
• Approve lease of 3200 Taylor Drive to Ukiah Waste Solutions
• Approve services agreement with City of Ukiah for general manager and administrative services, effective April 1, 2023
• Approve budget line items: $19,083.25 for JPA restatement costs and $48,000 for City of Ukiah initial compensation (March-June 2023)
• Transfer MSWMA funds to City of Ukiah Finance Director; close Casper Transfer Station surcharge account

The Mendocino Solid Waste Management Authority board held a regular meeting, administered oaths to two new commissioners, and elected Maureen Mulheren as Chair and Dan Gjerde as Vice Chair. The board voted to continue several major items—including agreements to restructure operations, budget amendments, fund transfers, and a resolution on meeting minutes—to a special meeting on March 30, 2023. It also approved appointing an advisory executive committee and confirmed completion of a surcharge bank account item. No substantive decisions were made on the continued items.

• Administered oath of office to Commissioners Douglas F. Crane and Jason Godeke
• Appointed Maureen Mulheren as Chair (5-0)
• Appointed Dan Gjerde as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Set regular meetings for third Thursdays at 9:00 a.m. (5-0)
• Approved minutes of October 20, 2022 meeting (4-0, Crane abstained)
• Continued restructuring agreements to March 30 special meeting (4-0, Godeke absent)
• Continued budget amendments to March 30 special meeting (4-0, Godeke absent)
• Appointed Mulheren and Gjerde to Advisory Executive Committee (4-0, Godeke absent)

Diversity and Equity Standing Committee - Regular

The Diversity and Equity Standing Committee will receive updates on the Equity Action Plan, including a progress report and recommendations from ad hoc members. The agenda also includes routine items like roll call, audience comments, introductions, and approval of minutes from the previous meeting.

• Review of Equity Action Plan Updates and Goals
• Ad Hoc Member Report with recommendations for City leadership
• Approval of Minutes for February 22, 2023 Regular Meeting
• City News and Updates from Committee Member Dueñas

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a resolution recommending City Council approval to prezoning sixteen parcels. This action is associated with the annexation of city-owned properties within unincorporated Mendocino County.

• Resolution recommending prezoning of 16 parcels (LAFCo File No. A-2021-01)
• Approval of March 8, 2023, Planning Commission meeting minutes
• Community Development Director's verbal report and projects report

The Ukiah Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend City Council approval of pre-zoning 16 city-owned parcels in unincorporated Mendocino County, associated with annexation (LAFCo File No. A-2021-01). No public comment was received. The meeting also included approval of the February 8, 2023 minutes and a director's report, with no other substantive decisions.

• Approved minutes of February 8, 2023 (5-0)
• Adopted resolution recommending pre-zoning of 16 parcels for annexation (5-0)

City Council

The Ukiah City Council is holding a special meeting to review the mid-year departmental budget and objectives progress for fiscal year 2022-23, as well as draft objectives and individual departmental Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan updates for fiscal year 2023-24. The council will receive, review, consider, and discuss these updates; no final action is listed on the agenda.

• Mid-Year Departmental Budget and Objectives Progress Review for FY 2022-23
• Review of draft departmental objectives for FY 2023-24
• Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan updates for FY 2023-24 (City Manager, Community Development, Electric Utility, Airport departments)

The Ukiah City Council held a special meeting to review departmental budget progress for the 2022-23 fiscal year. Staff presented updates on objectives and five-year capital improvement plans for various city departments. No formal legislative actions or votes were taken during this session.

• Reviewed mid-year budget and objectives progress (no vote)
• Reviewed departmental five-year capital improvement plans (no vote)

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will hold a regular meeting with several public hearings and consent calendar items. Key actions include introducing an ordinance to allow on-site consumption at cannabis dispensaries, adopting environmental findings for the Riverside Park Regeneration Project, and establishing an underground utility district on Talmage Road. The council will also consider contracts for utility consulting, electronic permitting software, and a police military equipment use policy, along with routine approvals and closed-session litigation matters.

• Introduce ordinance permitting on-site consumption at cannabis dispensaries
• Adopt Mitigated Negative Declaration for Ukiah Riverside Park Regeneration Project
• Establish Talmage Road Underground District No. 7 (State Street to Lorraine Street)
• Authorize 5-year contract with Borismetrics Inc. up to $50,000/year for electric utility rate studies
• Adopt Ukiah Police Department Policy 708 on military equipment use (AB 481)

The City Council introduced an ordinance to permit and regulate cannabis consumption at retail businesses and microbusinesses. Other key actions included establishing a new underground utility district and approving a police military equipment use policy.

• Introduced ordinance to permit on-site cannabis consumption at retail businesses (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-15 establishing Talmage Road Underground District No. 7 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 1229 approving Police Department Military Equipment Use Policy 708 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-14 for Riverside Park Regeneration Project (5-0)
• Approved $35,452.28 purchase of SCADA software from E&M Electric & Machinery, Inc (5-0)
• Authorized 5-year contract with Borismetrics Inc. not to exceed $50,000/year (5-0)
• Authorized contract with Online Solutions LLC for electronic permitting software (5-0)
• Disbanded the Police Chief recruitment ad hoc committee (5-0)

Public Spaces Commission

The Public Spaces Commission will hear staff reports and public input on developing land along the Great Redwood Trail, reviewing the Observatory Park Strategic Plan, and converting Low Gap tennis courts to pickleball courts. They will also consider scheduling a community forum for McGarvey Park design plans and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Potential development of undeveloped space along Great Redwood Trail between Mason St. and the trail
• Review of Observatory Park Strategic Plan 2018-2023 and 2023 performance evaluation
• Low Gap tennis court conversion to dedicated pickleball courts
• Possible approval to schedule community forum for McGarvey Park Conceptual Design Plan
• Approval of minutes from Nov 8, 2022 and Jan 10, 2023 meetings

Fire Executive Committee

This special meeting of the Ukiah Valley Fire Authority Fire Executive Committee, originally scheduled for March 14, 2023, has been cancelled. The agenda included routine items such as roll call, public comment, approval of minutes, and reports, but no substantive actions were scheduled.

• Meeting cancelled
• Approval of minutes from June 14, 2022 special meeting (item 4.a)

Planning Commission

The Ukiah Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting with mostly routine items, including approval of prior minutes and a director's report. The main substantive item is a discussion on possible changes to the commission's procedures of conduct, with a recommendation to agree on changes by consensus.

• Approval of draft minutes from February 22, 2023 meeting
• Discussion on changes to Ukiah Planning Commission Procedures of Conduct
• Appeal deadline for decisions: March 20, 2023
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per person, 10 minutes per subject

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the February 22, 2023 meeting. The Commission reached a consensus to have staff edit the Planning Commission Procedures of Conduct and return the item for review at a later date.

• Approved February 22, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Consensus reached to have staff edit Planning Commission Procedures of Conduct for future review

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will discuss FAA grants, airport maintenance, and the City Corporation Yard Project. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding a runway extension study and airport monthly financial reports.

• Runway Extension Study discussion
• FAA Grants and Projects report
• Airport Monthly Financial, Budget, and Ad Hoc review
• City Corporation Yard Project discussion
• Airport Maintenance report

The Ukiah Airport Commission held a regular meeting on February 7, 2023, with all four commissioners present. They approved the minutes from January 10, 2023, and December 6, 2022. The commission appointed an ad-hoc committee (Crane and Beckler) for the runway extension study and received updates on the phase 2 runway project, airport financials, maintenance, and the City Corporation Yard project. No public comment was received, and the meeting adjourned at 6:29 p.m.

• Approved minutes from January 10, 2023 and December 6, 2022
• Appointed ad-hoc committee (Crane and Beckler) for runway extension study

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will consider several significant items, including applying for a $455,000 state housing grant, approving plans for a downtown streetscape project, and introducing a military equipment use policy. The council will also receive updates on flood maps and the Great Redwood Trail, and hold closed-session discussions on litigation and negotiations.

• Resolution to apply for $455,000 from California's Prohousing Incentive Pilot Program
• Approve plans and authorize bids for Downtown Streetscape and Road Diet Phase 2 (Spec 21-01)
• Introduce ordinance adopting Police Department Policy 708, Military Equipment Use Policy (AB 481)
• Delegate authority to negotiate PG&E license addendum for Public Safety Power Shutoff Resource Center at Ukiah Valley Conference Center
• Reclassify part-time Police Department Administrative Assistant to full-time

The Ukiah City Council introduced an ordinance adopting Police Department Policy 708 on military equipment use, complying with California AB 481. It also authorized applying for $455,000 in state housing funds, approved plans for a downtown streetscape project, and opposed a local initiative. Several reports and updates were received without action.

• Introduced ordinance adopting Police Policy 708 (Military Equipment Use) (5-0)
• Authorized application for $455,000 Prohousing Incentive Pilot Program funds (5-0)
• Approved plans and authorized bids for Downtown Streetscape and Road Diet Phase 2 (5-0)
• Adopted resolution opposing Initiative No. 21-0042A1 (5-0)
• Authorized letter to agencies on FEMA flood map adjustments (5-0)
• Approved consent items: PG&E license addendum and police admin position reclassification (5-0)
• Appointed Councilmember Sher and Vice Mayor Duenas to Climate Action Plan ad hoc (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Ukiah Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting with mostly procedural items, including approval of minutes and a director's report. The main substantive item is the discussion and possible nomination and appointment of a chair and vice chair for 2023, along with possible reorganization of the commission.

• Approval of draft minutes from February 8, 2023 regular meeting
• Discussion and possible appointment of Chair and Vice Chair for 2023
• Possible Planning Commission reorganization per Section 7l of Procedures of Conduct
• Appeal deadline for decisions: March 6, 2023

The Planning Commission held a regular meeting to conduct administrative business. Commissioners voted to appoint Hilliker as Chair and Michelle Johnson as Vice Chair for the 2023 calendar year. The commission also approved the minutes from the February 8, 2023, meeting.

• Approved February 8, 2023, meeting minutes (4-0-1)
• Appointed Hilliker as Chair (4-0-1)
• Appointed Michelle Johnson as Vice Chair (4-0-1)

Diversity and Equity Standing Committee - Regular

The Diversity and Equity Standing Committee is meeting to receive a presentation on the Environmental Justice Element of the Ukiah 2040 General Plan, discuss proclamations and a community communication survey, and review progress on the Equity Action Plan. The agenda is largely informational and discussion-focused, with no major decisions or votes scheduled.

• Presentation of Environmental Justice Element in Ukiah 2040 General Plan
• Discussion of acceptance of proclamations for City of Ukiah
• Status update on City of Ukiah Communication Survey
• Review of Equity Action Plan updates and goals
• Ad hoc member recommendations on Equity Action Plan implementation

The Diversity and Equity Standing Committee accepted the resignation of Committee Member Jones and discussed environmental justice initiatives presented by the Chief Planning Manager. The committee also reviewed the 2022 Equity Action Plan and noted that 30 of 110 communication surveys have been returned. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Accepted resignation of Committee Member Jones (noted)
• Approved minutes of January 25, 2023 meeting (7-0)

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will meet to receive presentations, approve routine disbursements, and act on several contracts and appointments. Key decisions include a $185,898 change order for Dora Street utility improvements, a $60,500 purchase for wastewater treatment equipment, and appointments to the Design Review Board.

• Approve $185,898 change order to Ghilotti Construction for Dora Street utility improvements
• Award $60,500 purchase order to Smith & Loveless for wastewater treatment plant equipment
• Adopt resolution appointing William Hawkes and Tom Liden to Design Review Board
• Issue proclamation recognizing Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month
• Receive presentation on Mendocino County Museum Strategic Plan

City Council

The Ukiah City Council will receive and file the 2022 audited financial report and second-quarter financial report. They will also review and potentially update the City Council Strategic Plan for 2023.

• Receive and file 2022 Audited Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)
• Receive and file Second Quarter Financial Report
• Review and update City Council Strategic Plan 2023 DRAFT

The Ukiah City Council held a special meeting where it received the audited Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and the second quarter financial report. No substantive decisions were made; the strategic plan review was continued to the next special meeting.

• Received ACFR and audit reports for year ended June 30, 2022
• Received and filed second quarter financial report
• Continued strategic plan review to next special meeting

Ukiah Valley Fire District

The Ukiah Valley Fire District Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, adopt Gann Appropriations Limit resolutions for fiscal years 2021-22 and 2022-23, and receive reports including the Measure B Annual Report. The board will also receive communications on office incompatibility and a vacancy notice, but no action is listed for those items.

• Adopt Gann Limit resolution for FY 2021-22
• Adopt Gann Limit resolution for FY 2022-23
• Receive Measure B Annual Report FY 21-22
• Approve minutes from Nov 29, 2022, Dec 13, 2022, and Jan 3, 2023 meetings
• Receive communications on Planning Commission and Fire District board office incompatibility

The board approved and adopted the Gann Limit resolutions for fiscal years 2021-22 and 2022-23, setting the district's appropriations limit as required by state law. The vote was unanimous among the four directors present. The board also approved the minutes from three prior meetings.

• Approved FY 2021-22 Gann Limit Resolution (4-0)
• Approved FY 2022-23 Gann Limit Resolution (4-0)
• Approved minutes of Nov 29, 2022, Dec 13, 2022, and Jan 3, 2023 meetings (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Ukiah Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider a proposed ordinance amendment to the Ukiah City Code that would allow cannabis consumption areas at cannabis retailers, subject to a use permit. The commission will also swear in new and reappointed commissioners, approve the minutes from the December 14, 2022 meeting, and receive reports from the director and commissioners.

• Ordinance amendment to allow 'Cannabis Consumption Areas' at 'Cannabis Retailers' upon modification or approval of a Use Permit
• Certificate presentation for outgoing commissioner and swearing in of new and reappointed commissioners
• Approval of minutes for December 14, 2022 regular meeting
• Director's report

The Planning Commission voted to recommend that the City Council amend the Ukiah City Code to permit cannabis consumption areas at licensed cannabis retailers. The commission found the proposed amendment to be categorically exempt from CEQA guidelines. A separate motion to require individual Planning Commission review for modifications to existing businesses failed due to a lack of a second.

• Approved minutes from December 14, 2022 (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve cannabis consumption area ordinance (4-0)
• Motion to require commission review for business modifications died (no second)

Airport Commission

The Ukiah Airport Commission is meeting to receive reports on FAA grants and projects, monthly financials, maintenance, a runway extension study, and the City Corporation Yard Project. The commission will also approve minutes from December and January and introduce a new senior airport attendant. No major decisions are listed; most items are reports for discussion.

• Approval of December and January meeting minutes
• Introduction of Sr. Airport Attendant
• Report on FAA Grants and Projects
• Review of monthly financial/budget reports including 2022 and 2023 balance sheets and YTD statements
• Discussion of Runway Extension Study and City Corporation Yard Project

City Council

The Ukiah City Council appointed Alex de Grassi, Mark Hilliker, and Thao Phi to four-year terms on the Planning Commission, expiring February 2027, after ranked-choice and blind votes. The council also approved the consent calendar, adopted a resolution modifying the Power Cost Surcharge Rider, and received reports on the Public Spaces Commission and committee assignments. No closed session was held.

• Appointed Alex de Grassi, Mark Hilliker, and Thao Phi to Planning Commission (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar items 7a-7i (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-08 modifying Power Cost Surcharge Rider (5-0)
• Approved minutes of January 11, 2023 special meeting (5-0)
• Received Public Spaces Commission annual report and directed staff to report back in a year

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

The Countywide Oversight Board approved Recognized Obligation Payment Schedules (ROPS) and administrative budgets for the cities of Ukiah, Willits, and Fort Bragg for the 2023-2024 period. The Board also approved a final payment schedule for the Willits Successor Agency extending through December 2025.

• Adopted Resolution COB 2023-01 implementing teleconferencing requirements during the COVID-19 State of Emergency (5-0)
• Approved January 27, 2022, meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved 2023-2024 ROPS and administrative budget for Willits Successor Agency (5-0)
• Approved 2023-2024 ROPS for Fort Bragg Successor Agency (5-0)
• Approved 2023-2024 ROPS and administrative budget for City of Ukiah (5-0)
• Approved final ROPS 23-25 and administrative budget for Willits Successor Agency through December 31, 2025 (5-0)

Diversity and Equity Standing Committee - Regular

The committee appointed Xochilt Morales de Martinez as Chair and Juan Orozco as Vice Chair. Members also approved minutes from October and December 2022 and administered oaths of office to five members.

• Appointed Xochilt Morales de Martinez as Chair
• Appointed Juan Orozco as Vice Chair
• Approved October 26, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved December 14, 2022 meeting minutes
• Administered Oaths of Office to Martinez, Gorny, Jackson, Marston, and Tognoli

City Council

The Ukiah City Council approved the 2023 list of special assignments, appointing council members to local, county, regional, and standing committees, including the Investment Oversight Committee, Disaster Council, and various ad hoc committees. The document lists assignments and alternates for each committee, with staff support contacts. No other substantive decisions were recorded in these minutes.

• Approved 2023 City Council special assignments for local committees (e.g., Investment Oversight Committee assigned to Crane, alternate Orozco)
• Approved assignments to county committees (e.g., City Selection Committee: Mayor Rodin primary, Vice Mayor Duenas alternate)
• Approved regional committee assignments (e.g., Great Redwood Trail Agency: Rodin, alternate Duenas)
• Approved standing committee assignments (e.g., Diversity and Equity: Orozco/Duenas)
• Approved ad hoc committee assignments (e.g., Police Chief Recruitment: Rodin/Sher)

Successor Agency to the Ukiah Redevelopment Agency

The Successor Agency to the Ukiah Redevelopment Agency approved two resolutions: one adopting the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) for July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024, and another approving the administrative budget for the same period. Both resolutions passed unanimously with four votes in favor and one member absent. The meeting also approved the minutes from the January 19, 2022 special meeting.

• Approved ROPS for July 1, 2023-June 30, 2024 (SA Reso 2023-01) (4-0)
• Approved administrative budget for July 1, 2023-June 30, 2024 (SA Reso 2023-02) (4-0)
• Approved minutes of January 19, 2022 special meeting (3-0-1 abstention)

Airport Commission

The Ukiah Airport Commission is holding a regular meeting with a single substantive item: a runway extension study. Staff is requesting the Commission's recommendation on the study, which includes multiple analysis options. The rest of the agenda is procedural, including call to order, pledge, and approval of minutes (none available).

• Runway Extension Study with four options (1, 1a, 2, 3, 4) and technical memo
• Staff requesting Commission recommendation on runway extension

The Ukiah Airport Commission reviewed a runway extension study. The commission voted to recommend a specific option from that study to the City Council.

• Recommended runway extension option 1 to Council (4-0)

Public Spaces Commission

The Commission will review updates regarding the Todd Grove Playground and BBQ Area and Western Hills. Members will also consider adopting the 2023 Community Outreach Plan and discussing topics for an upcoming Community Forum.

• Todd Grove Playground and BBQ Area update
• Western Hills update
• Adoption of 2023 PSC Community Outreach Plan
• Topic recommendations for the upcoming Community Forum

Bid Opening

This is a bid opening meeting for the City of Ukiah, held both in person and virtually. The agenda contains only procedural instructions for viewing and participating; no specific projects or contracts are listed.

• Bid opening at Civic Center Council Chamber, 300 Seminary Avenue, Ukiah, CA
• Virtual participation via Zoom link and phone access provided
• ADA accommodations require 72-hour advance notice

Ukiah Valley Fire District

The Ukiah Valley Fire District Board will hold a special meeting to vote for a candidate to serve as a Regular Special District Member on Mendocino LAFCo and to appoint two board members to an ad hoc committee to discuss the adoption of a new fire code with the City. Public comment will be taken on non-agenda items, but no action will be taken on those comments.

• Vote for one candidate to serve as a Regular Special District Member on Mendocino LAFCo
• Appointment of two board members to an ad hoc committee to discuss new fire code with City's ad hoc committee

The Board voted to support a candidate for the Mendocino LAFCo and appointed two directors to a committee regarding the adoption of the Fire Code.

• Voted for Francois Christen of Anderson Valley Community Services District for Mendocino LAFCo (4-0)
• Appointed Director Jennings and Director Bushby to the City Ad hoc Committee to discuss Fire Code adoption