Agenda for July 23, 2008
AGENDA
WILLITS CITY COUNCIL
111 EAST COMMERCIAL STREET
WILLITS, CALIFORNIA
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July 23, 2008* * * * 7:00 p.m.
1. OPENING MATTERS - a) Call to order; b) Pledge to flag; c) Roll Call
2. PUBLIC MATTERS
A. PUBLIC HEARING – Discussion and Possible Action to Adopt Resolution Confirming the Code Enforcement Officer’s Report of the Fines Imposed and the Costs and Fees Incurred in the Nuisance Abatement at 143 Franklin Street, Willits; and Order Imposing Lien or Special Assessment
B. PUBLIC HEARING – Discussion and Possible Action on Appeal by Tony Ford of Planning Commission Action of June 25, 2008 Denying Applications for General Plan Amendment #GP-07-2 and Zone Change #ZC-07-2
C. Discussion and Possible Action to Submit Comments Regarding Brooktrails Second Access Feasibility Study
D. Report by Jerry Ward of Solid Waste of Willits, Inc. on 2007 Tonnage and Recycling Reports
3. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS – Council welcomes participation in its meetings. Comments shall be limited to five minutes per person so that everyone may be given an opportunity to be heard. To expedite matters and avoid repetition, whenever any group of persons wishes to address the Council on the same subject matter, the Mayor may request that a spokesperson be chosen by the group. This item is limited to matters under the jurisdiction of the City Council which are not on the posted agenda. Public criticism of the City Council, Commission, Boards and Agencies will not be prohibited. No action shall be taken.
4. CONSENT CALENDAR – Matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion.
ACTION RECOMMENDED
A. City Council Minutes of 6/23/08 and 6/25/08 Approve
B. Warrants#10301-10445 = $449,276.69 Approve
C. Response to Grand Jury Report on Holding Cells at Willits Police Department Approve
D. RESOLUTION 2008-29 Authorizing the Submittal of an Application, Acceptance of Allocation of Funds and Execution of a Grant Agreement with the California Department of Transportation, for a Matching Grant for Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Approved Projects Under Airport Improvement Program (AIP) No. 3-06-0278-05 Approve
E. Building Inspection Activity Report – June 2008 Approve
F. Contract with Josh Bowers to Update City’s Website Approve
G. RESOLUTION 2008-30 Approving an Amendment to the Joint Powers Agreement of the Mendocino Council of Governments Approve
H. RESOLUTION 2008-31 Establishing the Appropriations Limit for the 2008-09 Fiscal Year Pursuant to Article XIIIB of the Constitution of the State of California Approve
I. Warrants #10446 – 10558 = $328,630.83 Approve
5. RIGHT TO APPEAL – Persons who are dissatisfied with the decisions of the City Council may have the right to a review of that decision by a court. The City has adopted Section 1094.6 of the Code of Civil Procedure which generally limits to 90 days the time within which the decisions of the City boards and agencies may be judicially challenged.
6. COMMISSIONS, AGENCIES AND AUTHORITIES
A. PLANNING COMMISSION
1. Approval of Planning Commission Minutes of 6/25/08
2. Discussion and Possible Action on Use Permit Application #U-07-1 for Frank R.
Howard Foundation
7. OLD BUSINESS
None
8. CITY MANAGER REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
A. Discussion and Possible Action to Adopt 2008-09 Water Enterprise Budget
B. Presentation on Water Rate Study by Bartle Wells, Discussion and Possible Action on Water Rate Study, including Necessary Action under Proposition 218
C. Other Reports – Oral/No Action
9. DEPARTMENT RECOMMENDATIONS
A. Police Chief
City Planner
C. City Attorney
D. Public Works Director
E. City Engineer
F. Finance Director
10. CITY COUNCIL AND COMMITTEE REPORTS
A. MCOG
B. LAFCO
C. MTA
D. REVIT-ED COMMITTEE
E. MSWMA-JPA
F. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & FINANCING CORP. (EDFC)
G. LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES
H. WATER RESOURCES COMMITTEE
I. SEWER SYSTEM COMMITTEE
J. FRONTIER DAYS AD HOC COMMITTEE
K. EXPLORATION OF POTENTIAL ENERGY SOURCES AD HOC COMMITTEE
L. SHERWOOD VALLEY RANCHERIA CASINO PROJECT AD HOC COMMITTEE
M. NCRA LIAISON AD HOC COMMITTEE
N. OTHER COMMITTEE REPORTS
11. COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
12. ENACTMENT OF ORDINANCES
A. Next Ordinance: 2008-04
B. Next Resolution: 2008-31
C. Next Planning Commission Resolution: 2008-05
D. Next Community Development Agency Resolution: 2008-02
13. GOOD & WELFARE
14. CLOSED SESSION NOTICE
A. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(b): One Claim
NOTE: The meeting room is wheelchair accessible and disabled parking is available. If you are a person with a disability and you need disability-related modifications or accommodations to participate in this meeting, please contact Marilyn Harden at (707) 459-7120 or FAX (707) 459-1562. Requests for such modifications or accommodations must be made at least two full business days before the start of the meeting.
NOTE: Materials related to an item on this Agenda submitted to the Willits City Council/ Planning Commission/Community Development Agency after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection at City Clerk’s office at 111 E. Commercial Street, Willits during normal business hours.
Airport Agenda July 14th 2008 4:00pm
AGENDA
WILLITS AIRPORT COMMISSION MEETING
WILLITS CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS
111 E. COMMERCIAL STREET, WILLITS, CALIFORNIA
Monday, July 14, 2008 – 4:00 p.m.
Call to Order – Roll Call
Approval of Minutes of May 27, 2008
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS – For Items Not Posted on the Agenda.
Report on CalFire’s Use of the Airport for Fire Emergencies and Cancellation of Airport Day
Discussion on Fuel Tank Repairs/Upgrades, Cardlock System and Gas Concessions
Report on Request for Proposal for Fixed Base Operator
Report on Warranty Replacement of Motor for Electric Gate
Status Report on Repair of Gary Miner & Glenn Green’s Hangar Doors
Other Business – Maintenance Issues
Adjournment
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Cultural Arts Commission
The Cultural Arts Commission consists of seven members who reside in the surrounding Willits area and serve a four-year term. These commission members are dedicated to the promotion and advancement of cultural and artistic activities. The Commission meets on the last Tuesday of each month at 4:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. during daylight savings time in the Willits Center for Arts.
The Cultural Arts Commission is an advisory agency to the City Council and has the following purposes and functions:
- To coordinate artistic and cultural events sponsored by organizations within the Willits community, and to develop cooperation among such organizations in the timing and planning of their events.
- To encourage, assist in, and develop programs and events for the cultural and artistic enrichment of the community.
- To encourage and develop an appreciation of the need to preserve and enhance the physical appearance of the city and to promote its orderly growth.
- To advise the City Council in matters pertaining to the beautification and cultural enrichment of the city.
The major goal of the Commission has been the renovation of the Willits Center of the Arts.
Visit the Cultural Arts Commission Website: http://willitscenterforthearts.org/
Click on this link to view a schedule of Cultral Arts Commission AGENDA for 2008.
Click on this link to view a poster for January 2008 events.
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| February 24, 2010 | Cultural Arts Commission Agenda |
| January 26, 2010 | Cultural Arts Commission Agenda - PDF |
Willits Center for the Art – Exhibits ’08
January –
Middle School Kids‚ Sheri Howe sheri.howe@gmail.com 459-3518. 1/4/08 -2/3/08, Opening (pot luck) is 1/11 from 4 – 7 p.m.
Art Auction -
Opening & Closing bidding parties are 7-9p.m. 2/16 – 3/15.
April –
Art Under 20, 3/28 – 4/27 – Opening reception 4-7pm on 3/28.
May -
Joey Sala (984-6020) & Carolyn Carpenter (984-6462) paintings. joeysala@saber.net, carolync@mcn.org. 5/3 – 5/25, Opening is 5/3, 7-9pm.
June –
Bern Rauch – paintings. 6/7 – 6/29, Opening 6/7, 7-9pm.
www.burnrock.net, 415-621-6352.
July –
Arts for the Parks – fundraiser for the Mendocino Area Parks Ass. David Linkhart 964-1677, linkhart@mcn.org. Opening 7/5, 7-9pm. Show is 7/5 – 7/27.
August -
Sheri Howe, Cynda Valle & Jim Sorba – paintings & sculpture. 8/2 – 8/31 with the Opening on 8/2, 7-9pm.
September –
Chris Beards (456-0491), cbsculpt@sonic.net & ?, 9/6 – 9/28, Opening 9/6, 7-9pm.
October –
Dana Lewis, Judy Geer, Nancy New & Jeannie Smith – paintings, clay, sculpture & photos. 10/4 (Opening 7-9pm) – 10/26.
November –
Photo Club Show – Judi Berdis, 459-4444, berdis@jps.net. 11/1 (Opening 7-9pm) – 11/30.
December –
Jeanne Smith (459-4558) & Doree Chase (459-6284) sculpture, drawings, paintings & photos. 12/6 (Opening 7-9pm.) – 12/28.
The Art & Crafts Fair – December 5th & 6th
Airport Commission
The City Airport Commission consists of seven members who reside in the surrounding Willits area and serve a four-year term. The Commission meets on the third Tuesday of each at 4:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers.
The Airport Commission is an advisory agency to the City Council and has the following duties:
- Study, consider and develop long range plans for the ultimate development of the Willits municipal airport, giving due regard to any master plan adopted by the city, and to federal and state regulation.
- Ascertain the type of services to be rendered and keep abreast of developments in the aviation industry so as to be able to inform the City Council on all pertinent matters concerning airports, airport law, and aviation generally.
- Study and recommend on matters relating to airport improvements, including methods of financing and lease arrangement.
- Review and recommend on special permits and proposals, as required, that deviate from the airport development plan.
Holidays
Click here to Download a pdf of the Holiday Schedule for 2010
City Officials
WILLITS CITY COUNCIL
CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
Victor Hanson: vzh2064@sbcglobal.net
Greg Kanne: doskannes@sbcglobal.net
Holly Madrigal: one_visionary@yahoo.com
Bruce Burton: willitsredwood@gmail.com
Mayor: Bruce Burton willitsredwood@gmail.com
The Willits City Council consists of five elected Council members, one of whom is chosen by the Council members to serve as Mayor and one of whom is chosen to serve as Vice Mayor. The Council also serves as the Willits Planning Commission and the Willits Community Development Agency.
Meetings: The Council holds regular meetings on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers.
Other Elected Officials:
Loretta Luedemann – City Treasurer
City Pool
The good looking folks in the picture above are the Life Guard Staff watching over the kids and other users of the Willits City Pool.
They are James Elsberry, Melissa Natalizia, Julianne Jones, Sandi Short, Ashley Rosenquist, Austin McNeal, Courtney McNeal and Simon Melluish.
Be Safe! Learn to Swim at the Willits City Pool!
The Willits City Pool provides a safe environment for families to enjoy the summer months. The pool provides many activities such as public swim, swimming lessons, pool parties, and adult swim. The pool will open on Monday, June 14 th, 2004.
Public Swim:
Public Swim is open to everyone from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM seven days a week. The cost for admissions is $3.00** per person and the cost for a 20 swim pass is $54.00**
Swimming Lessons:
There are four morning and evening swimming lesson sessions offered this summer. All lessons are for one half-hour, Monday through Friday, for two weeks. Sessions will be held in the mornings from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM and in the evening from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM. The present cost for swim lessons is $42.00** for the first child, $36.00** for the second child, and $30.00** for each remaining child. You will be able to sign-up for swim lessons anytime between the hours of 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM, Monday, June 14 th through Sunday, June 20 th for our first session beginning on Monday, June 21 st. Feel free to stop by the pool or call 459-5778.
Pool Parties:
Pool parties are weekend activities only. They can be scheduled for any Saturday or Sunday from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM or 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM. The cost is $174.00** for two guards and up to 40 swimmers in the water. Other quotes are available upon request.
Masters Swimming:
Masters swimming is a program which provides time for adults to enjoy exercise and a friendly atmosphere. Masters swimming is from 6:00 AM to 7:00 AM or 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM. It will begin in the morning on Monday, June 14 th and in the evening on June 21 st. The price is $3.00** per swim or you can buy a 20 swim pass at $54.00**.
As of July 1, 2004
Public Swim and Masters
Daily …………………… $3.50
20 Swim Pass …………. $62.00
Swimming Lessons
1 st Child ……………….. $46.00
2 nd Child ………………. $40.00
3 rd Child ………………. $33.00
Pool Parties
2 guards ……………….. $200.00
City Map
About Willits
Willits is a city located in Mendocino County, California. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 5,073.
The city is the eastern terminus of the California Western Railroad (otherwise known as the “Skunk Train”), running through the Coast Redwood forests to coastal Fort Bragg. Willits is at the center of Mendocino County and its redwood forests, calling itself ” the “Heart of Mendocino County and Gateway to the Redwoods.”
Willits is the home of the Frontier Days & Rodeo, the oldest continuous rodeo in California (held every July) and the Mendocino County Museum. Willits was the final home of the racehorse Seabiscuit: Ridgewood Ranch, where Seabiscuit trained, recuperated, and lived out his retirement, is located a few miles south of the city.
The city is the hometown of Tr Cool, drummer for the band Green Day.
Willits Geography:
Willits is at the center of Mendocino County in the Little Lake Valley, 20 miles (32 km) north of Ukiah on U.S. Highway 101 (otherwise known as the Redwood Highway). The town is located at 39°24′16″ North, 123°21′3″ West (39.404357, -123.350947).
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 7.3 km2 (2.8 mi2). 7.3 km2 (2.8 mi2) of it is land and none of it is covered by water.
Willits Demographics:
As of the census of 2000, there are 5,073 people, 1,935 households, and 1,230 families residing in the city. The population density is 699.5/km2 (1,813.7/mi2). There are 2,013 housing units at an average density of 277.6/km2 (719.7/mi2). The racial makeup of the city is 83.72% White, 0.63% African American, 3.53% Native American, 1.16% Asian, 0.04% Pacific Islander, 7.08% from other races, and 3.84% from two or more races. 14.69% of the population are Hispanic or Latino of any race.
There are 1,935 households out of which 35.6% have children under the age of 18 living with them, 40.2% are married couples living together, 17.4% have a female householder with no husband present, and 36.4% are non-families. 30.2% of all households are made up of individuals and 14.6% have someone living alone who is 65 years of age or older. The average household size is 2.56 and the average family size is 3.15.
In the city the population is spread out with 29.2% under the age of 18, 8.5% from 18 to 24, 25.9% from 25 to 44, 22.6% from 45 to 64, and 14.0% who are 65 years of age or older. The median age is 36 years. For every 100 females there are 90.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there are 86.6 males.
The median income for a household in the city is $26,283, and the median income for a family is $36,193. Males have a median income of $30,983 versus $22,089 for females. The per capita income for the city is $16,642. 14.5% of the population and 11.6% of families are below the poverty line. Out of the total population, 18.0% of those under the age of 18 and 4.3% of those 65 and older are living below the poverty line.