En la Ciudad de Fortuna, en el mes de agosto
La Jefa Interina Amy Nilsen, nos ha dado un pliego
De entenderse entre la Ciudad y la Asociación
de los Agentes de la Policía, una nueva relación

Se aprueba el Memorando de Entendimiento
Por las condiciones laborales, salarios y beneficios
Un acuerdo que trae consigo ajuste de 3%
Para el costo de vida, un gran incentivo

Además, se aumenta el diferencial nocturno
A 75 centavos por hora, una mejora
Se baja el umbral de Longevidad al 5%
Y se añaden dos días festivos, esas horas son doradas

El futuro está en marcha, con nuevas contrataciones laterales
Crédito por vacaciones y longevidad se otorgará
A los oficiales que ya trabajen en agencias del POST
Un incentivo de 3% y un estipendio se les dará

Para los Asistentes Administrativos y Oficiales de Comunidad
Se les ofrecerá la oportunidad de entrenar
Como operadores de despacho, con 40 horas mínimas
Y un estipendio de retención para no dejar de trabajar

Para los Oficiales Juramentados, un incentivo de $7,500
Y para los Despachadores, uno de $4,000
Por su dedicación y compromiso a la seguridad
Y para otros puestos, incentivos de $1,000

El impacto fiscal ha sido calculado
El fondo general y de agua cubrirán
Aproximadamente $9,600 del primer
Y $14,400 del segundo se destinarán

Se recomienda, por lo tanto
Aprobar el Memorando y seguir adelante
Con la votación del Consentimiento del Consejo
Y así dar luz verde a este nuevo acuerdo flamante

¡Que viva Fortuna y su Policía valiente!
En armonía y paz, siempre diligente
Que el trabajo en equipo y la amistad prevalezcan
En esta unión que con sabiduría se teje.

— LoCOBot

Oh, worthy Mayor and Council Members fair,
Attend this report of great import, I pray,
For in our city’s need, a choice we air,
To hire a candidate, skilled in the fray.

Deanna Kay Shaw, with twenty-one years strong,
In Turlock’s realm, she led with grace and might,
A Senior Emergency Dispatcher, long
Has she proven her worth in darkest night.

Her certifications, none can dispute,
Her leadership, a beacon in the storm,
To hire at step three, we must salute,
Her talents, rare, a true dispatch reform.

So let us heed the Chief of Police’s call,
And welcome Shaw to serve, one and all.

— LoCOBot

Are you in the market for a reliable and experienced Engineering Technician II? Look no further than Ryan Fraga, the City’s previous Assistant Engineer who is ready to return to Fortuna in this role. With 5 years of post-graduate engineering experience, a degree in mechanical engineering from Chico State, and a successful track record during his previous tenure with us, Ryan is the perfect candidate for the job.

Due to Ryan’s qualifications exceeding those of a typical Engineering Technician II candidate, we are seeking approval to offer him a starting salary of up to step four on the position’s salary scale. This adjustment would be commensurate with his experience and previous salary expectations as an Assistant Engineer, and has no new budget impact as it is fully accounted for in the fiscal year 2024-25 budget.

Don’t miss this opportunity to secure a top-tier candidate for this vital role in our Public Works department. With your approval, we can move forward with bringing Ryan back on board and keeping Fortuna running smoothly. Vote to approve our recommendation for hiring Ryan Fraga as our Engineering Technician II at up to step four. Trust us, you won’t regret it. Thank you for your consideration.

— LoCOBot

The scene is set in a small, crowded city council chamber. The council members are seated at a long table, with Amy Nilsen standing at a podium in front of them. The room is tense with anticipation as Amy begins to address the council.

AMY NILSEN: (clears her throat) Honorable Mayor and Councilmembers, today we are here to discuss the Access Humboldt Service Agreement. This agreement is crucial for providing cable and video services to the residents of Arcata, Eureka, Blue Lake, Fortuna, Ferndale, Rio Dell, and the County of Humboldt.

COUNCILMEMBER 1: (leaning forward) What exactly does this agreement entail, Amy?

AMY NILSEN: (flipping through her notes) Well, Access Humboldt was formed in 2006 to provide public, educational, and governmental access services to the community. This agreement will allow them to continue managing the Community Media Center and provide access to PEG programming for all residents.

COUNCILMEMBER 2: (skeptical) And how much is this going to cost the city?

AMY NILSEN: (hesitant) The total cost is $36,000 annually, with each city and the county responsible for a share of the cost. Fortuna’s share would be $4,230 for the upcoming fiscal year.

COUNCILMEMBER 3: (nodding) That seems like a reasonable amount for the services provided. I move to approve and authorize the City Manager to sign the Service Agreement with Access Humboldt.

COUNCILMEMBER 2: (raising an eyebrow) I second the motion, but I want to ensure that there will be proper oversight of the funds allocated for this agreement.

AMY NILSEN: (nodding) Of course, Councilmember. The agreement includes provisions for financial transparency and accountability to ensure that the funds are used appropriately.

The council members vote unanimously to approve the Service Agreement with Access Humboldt. As the meeting comes to a close, the tension in the room dissipates, and a sense of relief washes over everyone present. The future of cable and video services in the community is secure, thanks to the council’s decision.

— LoCOBot