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Point Arena City Council to Hold Public Hearing on LCP Amendment for Housing 

Point Arena City Council to Hold Public Hearing on LCP Amendment for Housing 

Para leer este comunicado de prensa en español, visite nuestra página web pointarena.ca.gov/housing y busque en “Enlaces del Proceso de Actualización de Vivienda.”

On Tuesday, March 26th, the Point Arena City Council will hold a public hearing to receive public comments on a second set of Local Coastal Program amendments updating many of the City’s housing-related policies and regulations.  A first set of amendments that addressed Accessory Dwelling Units was adopted by the City Council last September.

The amendments that are currently under review are intended to help stimulate more housing production in Point Arena, streamline the permitting process for residential development, implement various policies and programs in the City’s Housing Element, and make the City’s Zoning Code easier to use.

Community members are invited to attend, to share their thoughts, and to have a hand in shaping the future of our community.

What?             Point Arena City Council Public Hearing on LCP Amendments for Housing

When?            Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at 6:00 PM

Where?           Point Arena City Hall & via Zoom
451 School Street
Point Arena, CA 95468

Zoom Link:      https://zoom.us/s/84888251095

 

To review the proposed LCP Amendments and other information on Point Arena’s Housing Update process, please see the housing page on the City’s website – pointarena.ca.gov/housing

March 21, 2024 in City Council

RFP: Garbage/Recycling Services

Request for Proposals For Residential and Commercial Garbage, Recyclable Material, and Organic Waste Collection Services – City of Point Arena Franchise Area

RFP for Garbage, Recycling and Organics – City of Point Arena Franchise Area

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Point Arena is seeking proposals from qualified Vendors for Residential and Commercial Garbage, Recyclable Materials, and Organic Waste Collection Services – City of Point Arena Franchise Area.

Submit two (2) hard copies and one (1) electronic copy of the proposal clearly marked “City of Point Arena Garbage Collection RFP”. Submittals must be received no later than 2:00 p.m. PT, November 1, 2023 and delivered to the following address:

City of Point Arena
Attention: City Manager
PO Box 67
Point Arena, CA 95468

Proposals may also be submitted in person at Point Arena City Hall at 451 School Street in Point Arena by 2pm on November 1, 2023.

No late submittals will be accepted. Any questions with regard to submissions, process, proposals, or questions about City services can be emailed to Paul Andersen, City Manager, at cm@pointarena.ca.gov.

The Request for Proposal can be viewed and obtained here:

RFP for Garbage, Recycling and Organics – City of Point Arena Franchise Area

The Franchise Agreement award, if any, will be made to the Vendor who, in the City’s sole discretion, is best able to perform the required services in a manner most beneficial to the City.

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September 27, 2023 in RFP/RFQ's

RFQ: City Attorney

CITY ATTORNEY
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS

The City of Point Arena (City) is seeking a law firm or individual attorney to provide City Attorney services on a contract basis. Law firms and attorneys are invited to submit qualifications and proposals for the provision of these services. In order to be considered, proposals must address each of the concerns requested in this document, including rates and fees.

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION

All proposals must be received no later than 4:00 pm on Thursday June 21, 2023

INTRODUCTION

The City of Point Arena is a small coastal community of 460 located in Mendocino County. It is home to Point Arena Cove and Pier and the Point Arena-Stornetta Lands of the California Coastal National Monument. The City of Point Arena, a general law city incorporated in 1908, is located entirely in the Coastal Zone and is subject to the regulations of the Coastal Act of 1976. Point Arena has a council/manager form of government, with five Councilmembers who are elected as the City’s legislative and policymaking body. Under their direction, the City Manager is responsible for the daily administration of the city.

SCOPE OF SERVICES/ DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES

The City Attorney will be required to provide general municipal counsel, basic legal services, and advice on special projects. The City requests one attorney be designated as the point of contact or lead attorney. Accessibility to and a timely response from the attorney is essential to the position.

Minimum qualifications include a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school, a license to practice law in the State of California, and be a member in good standing of the California Bar. Experience with California municipalities and knowledge of Municipal and State Law, Labor Law , and Contract Law is preferable.

General municipal counsel of the City Attorney duties include but are not limited to: (1) having charge of all litigation in which the City is a party; (2) representing the City in all legal matters and proceedings in which the City is a party or interested, or in which any of its officers are parties in their official capacity; (3) advising the City Council or any committee or member thereof, and the heads of all departments, and all other officers and agencies of the City as to all legal questions affecting the City’s interest; (4) approving as to form all ordinances, contracts, deeds, bonds and any other documents to be signed in the name of, or made to or with, the City; and (5) advising the City concerning all land use issues, including CEQA compliance, planning and zoning issues, and Coastal Act requirements.

Basic legal services include: (1) reviewing or drafting ordinances, resolutions, contracts, agreements, deeds, easements; (2) providing advice regarding government operations, elections, open meetings, open records, City ordinances, State law, routine matters, personnel matters, and property matters including real estate acquisition and sale, annexation, zoning, condemnation and public finance; (3) reviewing agendas and materials for Council meetings, anticipating and preparing legal advice on items to be addressed at the Council meeting, and attending at minimum the regular City Council meeting which are generally held on the fourth Tuesday evening of each month; and (4) providing legal opinions upon request.

Generally, the City Attorney may anticipate the job requiring 12 to 20 hours per month. City staff may work in-house to produce initial drafts, such as of City ordinances and resolutions, prior to the attorney’s review. The City may also seek outside specialized counsel as necessary.

The City Attorney will be required to provide a detailed, itemized billing on a monthly basis, in order to avoid misunderstanding. A standing request exists for legal review of contracts, ordinances and resolutions presented to Council for consideration at its regular meeting in addition to anticipating and preparing legal advice on issues up for consideration, as well as attendance at the regular Council meetings. The City Attorney is required to provide legal services upon request of the City Manager, the Mayor, or by direction of the Council as a whole. For all other requests, including citizen’s inquiries, approval by the City Manager or the Mayor prior to commencement of service is required.
REQUESTED INFORMATION

If you or your firm is interested in the opportunity to work with the City, please provide the following information:

• Firm or individual name and contact information, including e-mail and website addresses and year organized.

• Summary of qualifications, specializations, experience (including municipal), professional affiliation, special training, availability, California Bar license numbers, and contact information for key personnel and proposed lead and back-up attorneys for the City.

• Information on any previous experience or services provided, including municipal experience, such as general City Attorney services, city-related court cases, condemnation, eminent domain, zoning, litigation experience, list of past or present municipal clients, etc.

• List of clients you currently represent that could cause a conflict of interest with your responsibilities as City Attorney. Describe how you would be willing to resolve these or any future conflicts of interest.

• If your firm or you have filed any litigation in the past five years in which the City or one of its employees was named as a party, please describe the case(s).

• Other factors or special considerations you feel would influence your selection.

• List of references and contact information.

• Proposed hourly rates for each attorney assigned to the City or any alternative fee structure you propose.

OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

The City reserves the right to reject any or all responses. The City reserves the right to waive any variances from original RFQ specifications in cases where the variances are considered to be, in the sole discretion of the City, in the best interests of the City.

All proposals submitted in response to this RFQ shall become the property of the City. The City retains the right to use any or all information presented in any proposal to the RFQ, whether amended or not. Selection or rejection of the proposal does not affect this right.

Contracts shall be awarded to the applicant determined to be best qualified to meet the City’s needs, with a mutually agreeable start date.

EVALUATION AND SELECTION CRITERIA

• General qualifications of the candidate for the position and key support personnel
• Quality and extent of services available
• Experience
• References
• Costs
• Compliance with this Request for Qualifications
• Other criteria which pertain to providing effective and efficient legal services such as availability for questions and contact, timeliness, responsiveness and follow-through

SUBMITTAL

Please provide one unbound copy of the proposal with the signature of an authorized individual on a typed letter of submittal. Proposals may also be emailed but will not be considered without a hard copy proposal.

Proposals shall be submitted in a sealed envelope, clearly marked on the outside of the envelope, “City Attorney Services” and addressed to:

City of Point Arena
Attn: Paul Andersen, City Manager
PO Box 67
Point Arena, CA, 95468

Any questions regarding this submittal may be addressed to the Clerk at (707) 882-2122 or cm@pointarena.ca.gov. City Hall, located at 451 School Street, Point Arena, is open to the public Mon-Thurs 9am-4pm.

 

May 9, 2023 in Bids

Point Arena City Council to Hold Special Meeting Focused on Housing

POINT ARENA CITY COUNCIL TO HOLD SPECIAL MEETING FOCUSED ON HOUSING

 

Para leer este comunicado de prensa en español, visite nuestra página web pointarena.ca.gov/housing y busque en “Enlaces del Proceso de Actualización de Vivienda.”

 

The City of Point Arena is hosting a special City Council meeting focused on housing on Tuesday, May 9th at 5:00 PM. The event will be held both in-person and via Zoom. The agenda for the meeting includes the following:

  • Presentation of the Annual Progress Report on the City’s Housing Element
  • City Council Study Session on Local Coastal Program (LCP) Amendments focusing on housing
    • Preview of the draft Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Toolkit
    • Council discussion on restrictions in the ADU Ordinance related to short-term rentals
    • Review of draft amendments to simplify and streamline permitting regulations
    • Briefing on the status of remaining Housing Update amendments
    • Review of the timeline for public hearings and Council action on LCP Amendments

The City of Point Arena is committed to addressing the pressing need for affordable and accessible housing within the community. Residents are encouraged to attend and contribute their insights and suggestions to the discussion.

 

What?            Point Arena Community Housing Workshop
When?           Tuesday, May 9th at 5:00 PM
Where?         Point Arena City Hall & via Zoom
451 School Street, Point Arena
Zoom Link:  https://zoom.us/s/84888251095

 

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April 30, 2023 in City Council

FEMA Disaster Recovery Center Opens at Point Arena City Hall

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has opened a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) at the Veteran’s Building/Point Arena City Hall, 451 School Street in Point Arena. The Center will operate from 9am to 7pm daily through February 24.

Residents of the South Coast who had uninsured or underinsured damage and losses resulting from the severe storms and flooding are encouraged to visit the Recovery Center for recovery assistance.

DRCs offer in-person support to individuals and small business owners. Recovery specialists from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), and the State are available to assist residents on the entire South Coast from Elk to Gualala.

Some of the services provided include:

  • Providing assistance with filling out recovery applications.
  • Providing referral services to voluntary organizations who offer a variety of services to survivors.
  • Providing access to the U.S. Small Business Administration for loan help and customer service.

WHAT:        FEMA Disaster Recovery Center

WHEN:       February 11 through February 24, 2023

WHERE:    Veteran’s Building/City Hall
                      451 School Street, Point Arena

February 10, 2023 in Community

Point Arena to Hold Third Housing Community Workshop

Para leer este comunicado de prensa en español, visite nuestra página web pointarena.ca.gov/housing y busque en “Enlaces del Proceso de Actualización de Vivienda.”

The City of Point Arena is hosting a Community Workshop on Tuesday, February 7th at 6:00 PM. The event will be held both in-person and via Zoom. At the workshop, the community will have the opportunity to learn about and discuss important issues related to housing in the city, including:

  • Results of the recent Community Housing Survey and Property Owner Survey
  • Updates to Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations
  • Updated zoning designation within city limits
  • Streamlining of the City’s permitting process
  • Potential development of multi-family housing on a city-owned parcel

Community members are encouraged to attend the workshop and provide feedback.

What:     Point Arena Community Housing Workshop

When:    Tuesday, February 7th at 6:00 PM

Where:  Point Arena City Hall & via Zoom
451 School Street
Point Arena, CA 95468

Zoom: https://zoom.us/s/84888251095

For more information, please contact Linda Ruffing at North Coast Community Planning (linda@nccplanning.com).

January 29, 2023 in City Council, Community

Bid #2023-01: Downtown Park Improvements

NOTICE INVITING BIDS

Point Arena Park Improvement Project
Project # 2023-01

Bid Documents

1. Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be received by the City Clerk of the City of Point Arena, 451 School Street, Point Arena, California 95468 on or before 2:00pm on February 21, 2023. Bids will be opened and read publicly at that time.

2. The City proposes to perform park improvements at 24810 California Highway 1, Point Arena CA. Engineer’s opinion of probable cost to perform this work is $73,750.00.

3. An electronic copy of Plans and Specifications may be obtained at City Hall, 451 School Street, Point Arena, California 95468. There will be a fifty dollar ($50) non-refundable charge for each thumb drive.

4. Questions concerning the Project or the bid package must be in writing and must be submitted in person or by email to Sam Heath, SHN Consulting Engineers and Geologists, 335 S. Main Street, Willits, CA 95490,sheath@shn-engr.com.

5. In accordance with California Public Contract Code Section 20170, all bids must be presented under sealed cover and include one of the following forms of bidder’s security: cash, cashier’s check made payable to the City, certified check made payable to the City, or a bidder’s bond. The amount of bidder’s security provided must equal at least ten (10) percent of the total of the bid price for the base bid and the additive or deductive items listed in this notice.

6. In accordance with California Labor Code Section 1771, not less than the general prevailing rate of per diem wages for work of a similar character in the locality in which the Project is to be performed, and not less than the general prevailing rate of per diem wages for holiday and overtime work fixed as provided in the California Labor Code shall be paid to all workers engaged in performing the Project. The Director of Industrial Relations has determined the general prevailing wage per diem rates for work in the locality in which the Project is to be performed. In accordance with California Labor Code Section 1773.2, copies of the applicable determinations of the Director are on file in the City Clerk’s Office and may be reviewed upon request.

7. Pursuant to California Public Contract Code Section 3300, a Class A California contractor’s license is required to bid on the Project.

8. Except where prohibited by federal regulations or policies, the successful bidder may, on request and at its expense, substitute securities in lieu of amounts withheld by the City from progress payments to ensure performance under the contract in accordance with the contract document Such securities will be subject to the terms of the escrow for security deposit agreement contained in the contract documents.

9. Pursuant to California Labor Code Section 1771.1, this Project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR). A Contractor may not bid, nor be listed as a subcontractor for any bid proposal submitted for public work without first registering with the DIR and paying the annual fee. Application and renewal are completed online at http://www.dir.ca.gov/Public-Works/PublicWorhtml. No contractor or subcontractor may be awarded a contract for public work on a public works project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5. If you are not registered and are offered the contract for construction will need to register with DIR prior to the City executing the construction contract.

10. The City of Point Arena reserves the right to postpone the date and time for the opening of proposals at any time prior to the date and time announced in the advertisement in accordance with applicable law.

11. The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids and/or to waive any bid irregularities to the extent permitted by law. If the City elects to award a contract for performance of the Project, the contract will be awarded in accordance with Public Contract Code Section 20103.8 and other applicable law to the responsible bidder submitting a responsive bid with the lowest bid on the base contract without consideration of the prices on the additive or deductive item.

12. All bids will remain valid for 90 days after the bid opening. Except as permitted by law and subject to all applicable remedies, including forfeiture of bidder’s security, bidders may not withdraw their bid during the 90 day period after the bid opening.

 

The following are Request for Information (RFI) with responses. The RFI’s are verbatim from the individual/company requesting information.

  1. Is there a grading permit associated with the project?

A grading permit is not required as part of the project.

  1. What are the City/County requirements for a soil disposal site?

The City does not have any special disposal requirements for uncontaminated soil. Excess soil can be disposed of at any permitted facility.

  1. Is there a specification for the wood chips?

Wood chips should meet the specifications in ASTM F2075: Standard Specification for Engineered Wood Fiber for Use as a Playground Safety Surface Under and Around Playground Equipment.

  1. What testing will be required and who is responsible for paying?

Materials testing and inspection services are required as indicated on sheet G-3 of the project plan set. These services will be provided by the City as part of their construction management services.

Bid Documents

January 24, 2023 in RFP/RFQ's

City Declares Local Emergency Resulting from Winter Storms

CITY OF POINT ARENA DECLARES EXISTENCE OF LOCAL EMERGENCY

The City of Point Arena has issued a Declaration of Local Emergency in response to ongoing storm events. It is forecasted that additional and continuing storms related to the series of atmospheric river systems threatens Point Arena by bringing heavy rainfall, widespread flooding, strong winds and wind gusts, falling debris, downed trees and extensive power outages.

Additional significant winter weather events are projected to impact Point Arena and the region into next week. Significant additional rainfall is forecast for the region along with moderate to high winds. Recent rainfall has left the soil very saturated making it more likely that trees will fall. Residents should be prepared for prolonged power outages and road closures.

Please avoid all nonessential travel as hazardous weather conditions will likely result in further downed trees and powerlines, as well as localized flooding. Do not attempt to drive through flooded areas, assume that downed powerlines are still energized, and stay out of the way of first responders and work crews.

Point Arena City Hall will be open from 9am to 4pm each day with full power until overall power is restored. Residents are encouraged to visit City Hall to charge electronics, use the internet, and receive storm updates. City Hall phone lines are down but calls can be received at 707-353-0004 or by email at admin@pointarena.ca.gov.

The Emergency Declaration ensures the City’s eligibility for State and Federal disaster assistance and funding for recovery efforts.

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January 12, 2023 in City Council

City Council Vacancy Announced

The City of Point Arena is accepting applications for a vacancy on the City Council.

Application for Appointment to City Council

Why is there a Vacancy on Point Arena City Council?

The vacancy was created when only two people ran for three open seats at the November 8 2022 election.

The person selected will serve a term until the end of 2026 .

Qualifications for City Council

Qualified candidates must:

  • Be over the age of 18
  • Reside with the Point Arena city limits
  • Be a current registered voter in the City of Point Arena.
  • Be a United States Citizen

Process for Filling the Vacancy

The City Council will follow the process outlined below:

Application Period: Applications will be accepted until 4 p.m. December 8, 2022.

City Clerk Transmission of Application Materials: The City Clerk will provide each City Council member with all applications at the close of the application period.

Review of applications: Councilmembers will review all applications and may conduct interviews.

At their December 13, 2022 meeting the City Council will appoint for the vacant seat.

Applying for the Council Appointment

Applications are available at Point Arena City Hall, 451 School Street, between the hours of 9am and 4pm Monday through Thursday. Point Arena City Hall is closed Fridays.  City Hall will also be closed November 24 & 25.

To be considered, a completed application must be received by the City Clerk at Point Arena City Hall, 451 School Street, Point Arena, CA by December 8 at 4:00 pm. Applications received after 4:00 pm will not be considered.

For more information, contact City Hall at 882-2122 or by email at admin@pointarena.ca.gov.

Application for Appointment to City Council

 

 

November 16, 2022 in City Council, Community

Point Arena To Hold 2nd Community Workshop to Address Housing Crisis

The City of Point Arena will hold a Housing Community Workshop on Tuesday, October 18th at 6:00 PM via Zoom (https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85831871309).

This workshop is the next step in the City’s effort to update its Local Coastal Program to make it easier to develop housing in Point Arena.

At this workshop we will discuss preliminary results from the ongoing Community Housing Survey, report on discussions with California Coastal Commission staff, discuss potential changes to the City’s policies regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU), and discuss possible changes to zoning regulations to encourage more multi-family housing.

Community members are encouraged to attend the workshop and provide feedback.

For more information, please contact Linda Ruffing at North Coast Community Planning (linda@nccplanning.com).

October 11, 2022 in Community