Stephanie McGeary / Monday, July 17, 2023 @ 3:23 p.m. / Agendizer
ARCATA CITY COUNCIL PREVIEW: Proclamation Supporting Orcas, Hearing for Delinquent Garbage Bills and More!
Orcas near Humboldt Bay in 2020, though these are not from the Southern Resident Orca community | File photo by Ishan Vernallis and Robin Brown
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It’s summertime, the sun is shining (at least it is at the exact moment of this writing), and local government business is probably the furthest thing from your mind. Understandable! But it is time to shake off that summertime brain mush and pay attention to the important issues the Arcata City Council will be discussing this Wednesday night, including a proclamation in support of protection of the Southern Resident Orcas and their ecosystems.
Speaking for the Orcas
It’s not totally usual for the Outpost to preview a proclamation item on the council’s agenda, as they are usually pretty straightforward and often not of particular interest. But the Legal Rights for the Salish Sea – a community group dedicated to educating people on and protecting the rights of Southern Resident Orcas (SROs) – sent out a press release highlighting the importance of the proclamation, which will make Arcata the first city in California to publicly voice its support of this dwindling orca community.
“Legal Rights for the Salish Sea, Earth Law Center and Northwest Animal Rights Network are calling on local communities, state legislatures and governors to recognize the inherent rights of the Southern Resident Orcas (SROs) and the ecosystems upon which they depend, and to take immediate actions to protect and restore the Orcas’ rights by addressing their main threats to survival,” Kriss Kevorkian, founder of Legal Rights for the Salish Sea, wrote in the press release sent out on July 14. “The SROs found in the Pacific Ocean and Salish Sea are critically endangered. They are culturally, spiritually, and economically important to the people of the Pacific Northwest and the West Coast.”
Though this distinct population of orcas, which reside in the northeast portion of the North Pacific Ocean, are protected under the Endangered Species Act, the population continues to decline. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, the SRO population has been in decline since 2006, with only 74 remaining as of Dec. 2020. Low numbers of Chinook salmon, vessel impacts and exposure to contaminants have been cited as some of the factors affecting the orca population.
The press release goes on to say that if the Arcata City Council agrees to read the proclamation, it will be joining five cities in Washington State and one in Oregon that have made proclamations in support of the SROs. Though the proclamation is non-binding and does not require the council to take any other action, it does show that Arcata cares about “these intelligent, fish-eating, sentient beings whose inherent rights should be recognized.”
“Whereas, the rights of the Southern Resident Orcas include, but are not limited to, the right to life, autonomy, free and safe passage, adequate food supply from naturally occurring sources and historic foraging areas, and freedom from conditions causing physical, emotional, or mental harm, including a habitat degraded by noise, pollution, and contamination,” the Arcata City Council proclamation (which you can read in full here) states. “Now, therefore, be it proclaimed that the City Council of the City of Arcata supports action by local, state, federal, and tribal governments that secure and effectuate the rights of the Southern Resident and of the ecosystems upon which they depend.”
Have You Been Paying Your Garbage Bill?
After the council has proclaimed its support for the orcas and made its way through the consent calendar, it will move on to the “new business” portion of its agenda, with the first item being to conduct a public hearing to hear objections or protests from landowners with delinquent garbage account fees.
All occupied premises in the City of Arcata are required to receive and pay for garbage and recycling collection services. But, whether the owner or the tenants of a building pay for the service, the owner is ultimately responsible for payment of the service to Recology. When Recology has sent multiple notices and the bill still hasn’t been paid, a lien letter is sent to the property owner, notifying them that unless outstanding payments are made to Recology Arcata, delinquent collection charges will be reported to the City Council for confirmation.
The people who were sent such a letter on June 13, will now be able to attend Wednesday’s public hearing to protest the lien on their property, or provide any relevant information to the council.
So, if you received one of those letters (this is a generic example of what it looks like), and you haven’t already paid the charges, you will probably want to attend the hearing during Wednesday’s council meeting.
Grant Talk
The only other business item on Wednesday’s agenda is a public hearing for the closeout of Arcata’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), which was used to fund UV improvements to the Wastewater Treatment Plant, the Arcata Gardens Multi-Family Rehabilitation Project, a study for the City of Arcata Housing Element and for various small business loans.
The purpose of Wednesday’s hearing is to receive public feedback on the city’s accomplishments with the grant and to approve the disencumbrance of the unused grant money ($1,782,342 of the grant went unused). The council will also authorize the city manager to sign the closeout certification and to submit Arcata’s final report and closeout package to the California Housing and Community Development Division.
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So there you have it! Your rundown of what seems interesting this week at the Arcata City Council meeting, which takes place on Wednesday, July 19 at 6 p.m. You can view the full agenda and directions on how to participate here. Or scroll down for the agenda, with summaries and creative interpretations from Gennie the AgendaBot.
Arcata City Council
July 19, 2023, 6 p.m.
1. LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENT
2. FLAG SALUTE
3. ROLL CALL
A. Roll Call
4. CEREMONIAL MATTERS
A. Proclamation Recognizing July 2023 as Parks and Recreation Month.
B. Proclamation in Support of the Protection of the Southern Resident Orcas and Their Ecosystem.
5. REPORT BY COMMISSION/COMMITTEE
A. Annual Report from the Parks and Recreation Committee.
6. EARLY ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
7. N/A
8. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Minutes of Jun 21, 2023 6:00 PM
B. 4217 : Bi-Weekly Report on Disbursements.
Summary:
This report is about the city council meeting held on July 19, 2023, and specifically discusses the disbursements made between June 10, 2023, and July 7, 2023. The finance director recommends that the council approves the disbursements listing. According to the California Government Code, the checks made for authorized expenditures in the city council’s budget do not require prior audit by the council but can be presented at the first meeting following delivery. The attached document provides a list of checks and electronic payments made during the specified period. It is confirmed that these payments align with the city council’s budget.
— LoCOBot
(Verse 1)
In a city filled with dreams, where hopes never cease,
A meeting was held, where decisions found their peace,
Tabatha Miller, the Finance Director, she did say,
Let’s approve the disbursements, let’s find a way.
(Chorus)
Oh, City Council, dear Mayor and Honorable Members,
Let’s make this city shine, let’s make it better,
With every check and payment, let’s pave the way,
For a brighter tomorrow, let’s dance and sway.
(Verse 2)
Matthew Morgan, the Finance Office Manager in charge,
Prepared the report, ensuring every detail large,
Checks and electronic payments, all accounted for,
Certified by the Finance Director, a seal of the law.
(Bridge)
Oh, the California Government Code, Section 37208,
Guiding us in this journey, helping us navigate,
Authorized expenditures in our council’s embrace,
No need for audits, let’s keep up the pace.
(Chorus)
Oh, City Council, dear Mayor and Honorable Members,
Let’s make this city shine, let’s make it better,
With every check and payment, let’s pave the way,
For a brighter tomorrow, let’s dance and sway.
(Verse 3)
The Disbursements Listing, a record of the past,
June to July, expenses not meant to last,
Certified and presented, a council’s delight,
To ensure our budget’s impact remains in sight.
(Chorus)
Oh, City Council, dear Mayor and Honorable Members,
Let’s make this city shine, let’s make it better,
With every check and payment, let’s pave the way,
For a brighter tomorrow, let’s dance and sway.
(Outro)
As the meeting concludes, with hopes in our hearts,
We strive for progress, let’s create a new start,
In this city of dreams, where visions come alive,
Together we’ll flourish, let our spirits thrive.
— LoCOBot
DOCUMENTS:
C. 4210 : Approve a Memorandum of Understanding between Humboldt County and the City of Arcata for a Regional Edible Food Recovery Program Manager Position; and Authorize the City Manager to Execute All Applicable Documents.
The city council is being asked to approve a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Humboldt County and the City of Arcata for a Regional Edible Food Recovery Program Manager position. This is in response to a state law called Senate Bill 1383 (SB 1383) which aims to reduce waste and promote the recovery of edible food. The MOU will allow the county to lead the program and coordinate with other cities in the region. Each city will contribute funding based on their population. The cost for the City of Arcata will be $16,546. The MOU will be in effect until June 11, 2024.
— LoCOBot
… or, as an Elizabethan sonnet!
In July, year 2023, at council meet,
A Memorandum comes forth for your view,
Concerning a program so sweet,
For edible food recovery, it’s true.
Last month, compliance with Senate Bill,
One three eight three, you all did discuss,
And now, a new requirement to fulfill,
A program to recover food and such.
Humboldt County, in partnership with us,
Has agreed to lead this noble endeavor,
To develop, manage, and discuss,
A regional program we’ll all treasure.
Approve the MOU and show your support,
For SB 1383 compliance, we exhort.
— LoCOBot
DOCUMENTS:
D. 4222 : Award a Contract in the Amount of $217,900.00 to SHN for Engineering Design & Construction Management Services for the Arcata Ball Park Improvement Project; Authorize the City Manager to Increase the Contract Amount by up to $10,895.00 (5 Percent, for a Total of $228,795.00); and Authorize the City Manager to Execute All Applicable Documents
Summary:
The City Council meeting discussed awarding a contract to SHN for engineering design and construction management services for the Arcata Ball Park Improvement Project. The contract amount would be $217,900. An additional $10,895 could be added for unforeseen contingencies. The City Manager would be authorized to execute all applicable documents. The proposal was submitted to secure funding from Senator Mike McGuire for design and construction of improvements to the ball park. The City and the Humboldt Crabs baseball organization have previously worked on enhancing accessibility and safety at the park. The focus of this project is to improve accessibility to the grassy seating area in left field and modernize the entryway. The SHN proposal was rated the highest by a three-member panel. The deliverables for the contract include plans and specifications for improvements, as well as construction administration services. The design process is expected to begin soon, with construction planned for 2024. The project is expected to be environmentally exempt and is within the allocated budget for the fiscal year.
— LoCOBot
… or, as Star Trek fan fiction!
Captain James T. Kirk sat in his captain’s chair on the bridge of the USS Enterprise, waiting for his next mission briefing. He couldn’t help but feel a sense of anticipation, as if something big was about to happen. The doors to the briefing room slid open, and Commander Spock entered, holding a PADD.
“Captain,” Spock said, his voice cool and logical. “I have just received a report from the City of Arcata. They have awarded a contract for engineering design and construction management services for the Arcata Ball Park Improvement Project.”
Kirk raised an eyebrow, intrigued by the unusual nature of the mission. “What kind of improvements are they making, Commander?”
Spock tapped a few commands into the PADD, and a holographic projection appeared above it, showing images of the ball park. “According to the report, the Arcata Ball Park is undergoing renovations to enhance accessibility and enjoyment. The primary focus is on ensuring accessibility to the family-friendly grassy seating area in left field and modernizing the entryway with improved circulation, sight distance, and identity for the Ball Park façade.”
Kirk studied the holographic images, envisioning the potential transformation of the ball park. “Sounds like a worthwhile project. How can the Enterprise assist?”
Spock inclined his head slightly. “The City of Arcata has requested assistance in finalizing the design plans, specifications, and cost estimates for these primary improvement components. They believe that our expertise in engineering and construction management will be invaluable in ensuring the success of the project.”
Kirk smiled, the sense of anticipation growing. “Let’s not keep them waiting, Commander. Set a course for Arcata and inform them that the USS Enterprise is ready to lend a helping hand.”
As the Enterprise made its way towards Arcata, the crew began preparations for the mission. Engineers studied the existing plans for the ball park, brainstorming ways to improve accessibility and modernize the entryway. Construction experts analyzed the structural integrity of the facilities, determining the best materials and methods for the renovations. And all the while, Captain Kirk and his senior officers provided guidance and support, ensuring that every decision made would benefit the community and enhance their enjoyment of the ball park.
Upon arriving at Arcata, the crew of the Enterprise joined forces with the City of Arcata, the Humboldt Crabs baseball organization, and community members to finalize the design process. Meetings were held, ideas were shared, and compromises were made. And through it all, the Enterprise crew provided their expertise and innovative solutions, transforming the initial draft schematic drawings into detailed plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
Months passed, and the day of construction finally arrived. The USS Enterprise stood in orbit above the transformed Arcata Ball Park, its crew watching as the improvements they had helped design became a reality. The family-friendly grassy seating area in left field was now fully accessible, allowing fans of all abilities to enjoy the games. The entryway had been modernized, with improved circulation, sight distance, and an updated façade that reflected the identity of the ball park.
Captain Kirk stood on the bridge, a sense of pride filling him as he looked down at the transformed ball park on the viewscreen. “Mission accomplished,” he said, a smile on his face. “The Arcata Ball Park Improvement Project is a success. Another victory for the USS Enterprise.”
As the crew cheered and celebrated, Captain Kirk couldn’t help but feel a sense of fulfillment. This may not have been a typical mission for the Enterprise, but it was a mission that reminded him of the ship’s purpose - to explore, to seek out new opportunities for growth and improvement, and to contribute to the betterment of the galaxy, one community at a time. And with that thought in mind, Captain Kirk knew that the Enterprise would always be ready to answer the call, no matter how unique the mission may be.
— LoCOBot
E. 4220 : Approve the Project Plans and Award a Construction Contract for the Bloomfield Park Improvement Project to Hooven & Co., Inc., in the Amount of $39,037.00; Authorize the City Engineer to Increase the Contract Amount by up to $3,903.70, (10 Percent, for a Total Amount Not to Exceed $42,940.70) to Allow for Any Unforeseen Contingencies; and Authorize the City Manager to Execute All Applicable Documents.
The city council meeting reviewed a project to improve Bloomfield Park. The project includes creating a new play area with equipment, a picnic table, and a water fountain. The council was recommended to approve the project plans and award the construction contract to Hooven & Co., Inc. for $39,037. They were also asked to allow for a 10% increase in the contract amount for unforeseen contingencies. The city manager would then execute the necessary documents. The project was initiated after the old playground equipment was removed due to safety concerns. The community was involved in the planning process through a survey and a neighborhood meeting. The project is expected to be completed in the early fall. Two sealed bids were received, and Hooven & Co., Inc. had the lowest bid. The project budget is supported by the Open Space, Parks and Trails Special Tax Fund and Recreation Fees for New Construction. If additional funds are needed, they will come from the same accounts.
— LoCOBot
CHAPTER 1: The Meeting
Emily Sinkhorn, the Director of Environmental Services, paced nervously in her office. She had spent countless hours preparing for the City Council meeting, hoping to gain approval for the Bloomfield Park Improvement Project. This project meant a lot to her, as she had been involved in the community outreach and design process from the beginning.
As she glanced at her neatly organized notes, Emily couldn’t help but think about the park and the impact it would have on the Bloomfield neighborhood. The community had been longing for a safe and welcoming space, and she had poured her heart and soul into making it a reality.
“Are you ready, Emily?” Brigitte Price, the Administrative Specialist, asked as she entered the office, holding a steaming cup of coffee.
“I think so,” Emily replied with a shaky smile. “I just hope the Mayor and City Council Members see the value in this project.”
Brigitte placed the cup of coffee on Emily’s desk and offered her some words of encouragement. “You’ve done an amazing job, Emily. I have no doubt that they will approve it.”
Taking a deep breath, Emily grabbed her notes and made her way to the City Council meeting room. The room was filled with elected officials, city staff, and concerned citizens, all waiting for the meeting to begin.
As Emily stepped up to the podium, she felt a mix of nerves and excitement. She presented the project plans, highlighting the community’s feedback and the positive impact the improvements would have on the neighborhood.
After her presentation, Emily looked towards the Mayor and Council Members, silently hoping for their support. The room fell silent as they deliberated the proposal.
Finally, the Mayor spoke. “Emily, we appreciate your hard work and dedication to this project. It is clear that the Bloomfield neighborhood is in need of these improvements. Therefore, we vote to approve the project plans and award the construction contract. Congratulations.”
A wave of relief washed over Emily, and a smile spread across her face. She thanked the Council Members and quickly made her way back to her office, eager to finalize the necessary documents and move the project forward.
Little did she know, this approval would not only bring positive changes to the Bloomfield neighborhood but would also pave the way for an unexpected romance that would change her life forever.
— LoCOBot
DOCUMENTS:
Staff Report • A. Bid Summary - Bloomfield Park Improvement Project • B. Bloomfield Park Plans
F. 4219 : Amend the Contract in the Amount of $30,960.73 to GHD, Inc., for Professional Services for the Environmental Documents, Design, Plans, Specifications, and Estimate for the Old Arcata Road Improvements Project; and Authorize the City Manager to Execute All Applicable Documents.
The city council meeting on July 19, 2023 discussed amending a contract with GHD, Inc. for professional services related to the Old Arcata Road Improvements Project. The City Engineer recommended amending the contract and authorizing the City Manager to execute all applicable documents. The Old Arcata Road is an important route and currently has issues with high-speed traffic and limited pedestrian/bicyclist facilities. The amendment would cover additional field work, final design edits, and bidding services. The project is funded by the Highway Improvements Program and the State Transportation Improvement Program. The environmental review for the project has already been completed.
— LoCOBot
POKEMON DUEL
Trainer A: Netra Khatri (City Engineer)
Pokemon Team:
1. Excadrill
2. Scizor
3. Gyarados
4. Lucario
5. Tyranitar
Trainer B: GHD, Inc. (Transportation Engineering Consultant)
Pokemon Team:
1. Steelix
2. Magnezone
3. Gengar
4. Swampert
5. Dragonite
Battle Start!
Trainer A sends out Excadrill!
Trainer B sends out Steelix!
Excadrill uses Earthquake! It’s super effective!
Steelix loses 40% of its HP.
Steelix uses Iron Head! It’s not very effective!
Excadrill loses 15% of its HP.
Trainer A switches Excadrill with Scizor!
Scizor uses Bullet Punch! It’s super effective!
Steelix loses 30% of its HP.
Steelix retaliates with Earthquake! It’s super effective!
Scizor loses 40% of its HP.
Trainer A recalls Scizor and sends out Gyarados!
Gyarados uses Hydro Pump! It’s super effective!
Steelix faints!
Trainer B sends out Magnezone!
Gyarados uses Dragon Dance, raising its Attack and Speed!
Magnezone uses Thunderbolt! It’s super effective!
Gyarados loses 50% of its HP.
Gyarados counterattacks with Crunch! It’s super effective!
Magnezone loses 45% of its HP.
Trainer B switches Magnezone with Gengar!
Gyarados uses Waterfall! It’s super effective!
Gengar loses 70% of its HP.
Gengar retaliates with Shadow Ball! It’s super effective!
Gyarados loses 60% of its HP.
Trainer A recalls Gyarados and sends out Lucario!
Lucario uses Aura Sphere! It’s super effective!
Gengar faints!
Trainer B sends out Swampert!
Swampert uses Earthquake! It’s super effective!
Lucario loses 70% of its HP.
Lucario uses Close Combat! It’s super effective!
Swampert loses 80% of its HP.
Swampert counters with Ice Punch! It’s super effective!
Lucario faints!
Trainer A sends out Tyranitar!
Tyranitar uses Stone Edge! It’s super effective!
Swampert faints!
Trainer B sends out Dragonite!
Dragonite uses Dragon Dance, raising its Attack and Speed!
Tyranitar uses Crunch! It’s super effective!
Dragonite loses 60% of its HP.
Dragonite uses Outrage! It’s super effective!
Tyranitar almost faints, but holds on with 10% HP.
Tyranitar uses Earthquake! It’s super effective!
Dragonite faints!
Trainer A wins the duel!
Congratulations to Trainer A (Netra Khatri) for winning the Pokemon duel!
— LoCOBot
DOCUMENTS:
9. ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR
10. OLD BUSINESS
11. NEW BUSINESS
A. 4223 : Conduct a Public Hearing to Hear Objections or Protests from Landowners Listed on the Report of 2022 Lien Letter Recipients of Delinquent Garbage Account Fees; and Make Revisions or Corrections to the Report as the Council Deems Just; After Which, Adopt Resolution No. 234-02 Confirming the Report of 2022 Delinquent Garbage Account Fees for Lien.
The city is holding a public meeting to hear objections or protests from landowners who owe money for garbage collection. They will review and confirm a report of delinquent accounts, and if the accounts are not paid, liens will be placed on the properties. The city will work with the county to collect the fees from property owners, and this process is in line with the city’s rules and regulations. The total amount owed is $27,885.52. This action will not have a direct impact on the city’s budget, as the money will go to the garbage collection company.
— LoCOBot
To the Honorable Mayor and City Council Members,
I present to you this report, fair and true,
Regarding objections and protests, we must hear,
From the landowners, who hold accounts due.
In the year of 2022, the garbage account fees,
Have been left unpaid, causing much concern,
The City of Arcata, our duty it decrees,
To collect these debts, lest they continue to adjourn.
All occupied premises, must pay their share,
For the garbage and recycling services they receive,
Though tenants may pay, it is the owner’s affair,
To ensure the bills are settled, and not to deceive.
Recology Arcata, the franchise holder we trust,
To collect the fees on our behalf,
But for tax-exempt properties, it is a must,
To seek payment through other paths.
Delinquent account holders, have been duly warned,
With letters sent, time and again,
If outstanding payments are not performed,
Confirmation at a public hearing will then remain.
On June 13, 2023, lien letters were sent,
To notify property owners of their plight,
If payments to Recology were not promptly spent,
Confirmation at this hearing is their last light.
The list of delinquent accounts for 2022 we possess,
Provided by Recology, our trusted source,
Attached to Resolution No. 234-02, it does profess,
These accounts will face liens, with no remorse.
However, those who pay before July’s end,
Will be spared from the delinquent list,
Removed, they shall be, their status amend,
But those who do not pay, will persist.
These fees, once confirmed, will be assessed,
As special assessments on each property’s name,
Collected like taxes, no different from the rest,
With late fees and sales, they will face the same.
In accordance with our Municipal Code,
This process aligns with our Sanitation and Health,
Chapter Three, Solid Waste Management’s abode,
Ensures fairness and equity, for this we are in stealth.
No review from committee or commission we sought,
For this matter is within our jurisdiction,
Environmental review is not needed, as it was not bought,
No impact on the budget, cause for no affliction.
Attached, you will find the evidence we present,
The final lien list for the year of 2022,
A generic sample of the lien letter, we sent,
And Resolution No. 234-02, pure and true.
So now, Honorable Mayor, and Council Members all,
I leave this report in your capable hands,
To conduct the public hearing, answer the call,
And make revisions or corrections as your plan demands.
— LoCOBot
DOCUMENTS:
Staff Report • A. 2022 Final Lien List • B. 2023 Generic Recology Lien Letter Sample • C. Resolution No. 234-02 Delinquent Garbage Account Fees
B. 4221 : Public Hearing for Closeout of Arcata’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) 17-CDBG-12017: Accomplishments, Disencumbrance, and Acceptance of Two Planning Only Activity Reports.
The city council is having a meeting to discuss the closeout of a grant called the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). They will be looking at what was accomplished with the grant, how much money was spent, and what needs to be done to finish everything. They will also talk about accepting two reports about planning and housing. After the meeting, they will submit all the final paperwork to the state.
— LoCOBot
… or, as a conversation between two very stoned people named Starfish and Noodles!
Starfish: Whoa, dude, did you read this report from the City Council meeting?
Noodles: Nah, man, I haven’t gotten around to it yet. What’s it about?
Starfish: It’s all about this Community Development Block Grant thing. They’re talking about closing it out and accepting a bunch of reports and stuff.
Noodles: Whoa, that sounds intense. What are they supposed to do?
Starfish: Well, first they’re gonna open a public hearing to consider the closeout of the grant. Then they gotta accept a bunch of reports, like an analysis of an Infill Market Study and the City of Arcata Housing Element.
Noodles: Dude, that’s a lot of fancy words. What’s an Infill Market Study anyway?
Starfish: I have no idea, man. But they say it’s supposed to help with the development of a Strategic Infill Redevelopment Program. Sounds pretty important.
Noodles: Yeah, sounds like it. What about the City of Arcata Housing Element?
Starfish: From what I can gather, it’s like a plan for housing development in Arcata. They adopted it a while ago, and now they gotta accept it as part of the closeout.
Noodles: Ah, gotcha. So, what else is in this report?
Starfish: Well, there’s a bunch of other stuff too. Like, they used some of the grant funds for a wastewater treatment plant improvement project and a multi-family rehabilitation project. And there’s some economic development programs they funded with program income.
Noodles: Whoa, that’s cool. They’re helping out the community and stuff.
Starfish: Yeah, man, it’s pretty rad. Oh, and they also talk about disencumbering unused grant funds and submitting a closeout package to the state.
Noodles: Disencumbering? Dude, I have no idea what that means.
Starfish: Yeah, me neither, man. But it sounds like they’re just getting rid of the leftover money or something.
Noodles: Ah, gotcha. Well, it seems like they got a lot of stuff to do for this closeout. I hope it all goes smoothly.
Starfish: Yeah, me too, man. It’s important for the community, you know?
Noodles: Totally, dude. We should go to that public hearing and see what happens.
Starfish: Oh, for sure, man. We gotta support our city and stuff.
Noodles: Absolutely, dude. Let’s make sure we’re sober when we go, though. We don’t wanna show up all stoned and confused.
Starfish: Haha, yeah, good call. Let’s be responsible citizens.
Noodles: Definitely. Now pass me that bag of chips, dude. I’m getting the munchies.
Starfish: Haha, you got it, man.
— LoCOBot
DOCUMENTS:
C. Receive a Verbal Report from the Planning Commission Chairperson on the Planning Commission's Recommendations for the City's General Plan Updates.
12. ORAL AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
13. COUNCIL AND STAFF REPORTS
14. DATES OF FUTURE MEETINGS
15. CLOSED SESSION
16. CLOSED SESSION REPORTS
17. ADJOURNMENT
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