Independence Parade Entrants Sought

INDEPENDENCE PARADE ENTRANTS SOUGHT
The Point Arena Independence Parade on Main Street returns on Sunday July 3! This year’s theme is “Think Peace, Be Kind.” Community organizations, clubs and businesses are encouraged to participate in the parade to showcase the diverse variety of our region. Past entrants have included community organizations, private clubs, dance troupes, motor/cyclists, emergency response and law enforcement, and local businesses.
 
Those interested in participating, fill out the form below and return to City Hall. You may email it to admin@pointarena.ca.gov. The form is also available in the front door mailbox at City Hall , located on the north side of the Point Arena Veterans Building at 451 School Street in Point Arena.
Questions about the parade and requests for more information can be sent by email to admin@pointarena.ca.gov, or by contacting City Hall at 707-882-2122. City Hall is open between 9am and 1pm Monday to Wednesday, and 12 to 4pm on Thursday. Offices are closed Friday. The City Hall mailbox and voice messages are checked regularly.
 
See you at the parade Sunday July 3 at 11:30am on Main Street!!

Job: Administrative Assistant/Deputy City Clerk

The City of Point Arena seeks an

Administrative Assistant/Deputy City Clerk

JOB: Performs a variety of administrative support duties to the City Manager in support of City programs including maintenance of official records; liaison between City Hall and the public; coordinate assigned activities with other City departments, outside agencies and the public; and provide highly responsible and administrative support to the City Manager and members of the City Council as well as perform other related administrative duties as required.

EXPERIENCE: Any combination of training, education and experience which demonstrates an ability to perform the duties of the position.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills outlined above is equivalent to completion of two years of college or possession of an Associate of Arts degree with major coursework in office administration, public administration, or a closely related field and/or three years of office administrative experience involving public contact. Practical experience in the field of public administration is essential.

 32-40 Hours/Week – $22.93 – 27.87/Hour – Plus Benefit Package

Application Filing Deadline is 4:00 PM, Thursday, June 24, 2022.

Job Description

Employment Application

Job: Bookkeeper

The City of Point Arena seeks a Bookkeeper

Under general supervision, receive invoices, enters invoice data into computer, schedules payment for invoices; receives checks and other deposits, prepares deposits and take to bank to deposit; generates monthly transaction reports; assists City Manager with budget preparation; and performs other duties as required.

Applicants should possess at least two years of either technical school or college education in the area of bookkeeping; possess preferably three years of work experience utilizing QuickBooks for accounts receivable and accounts payable; any combination of education and experience which provides the qualifications listed above will be considered. Preference will be given to applicants with governmental accounting experience.

15-20 Hours per Week @ $17.75 – 21.58 /hour

Applications are due by 4pm Thursday June 2, 2022

Full Job Description

Employment Application

Independence Weekend Celebration Returns for 2022!

Image by And Moore Studios

After a two-year pandemic hiatus, the City of Point Arena is excited to announce the return of the Annual Point Arena Independence Weekend Celebration!!

STREET FAIR & FIREWORKS INFORMATION
We’re looking forward to the return of the Point Arena Arena Street Fair & Fireworks Extravaganza on Saturday at 4pm at Arena Cove!! The following info will help you make the most of the event.
SAFETY: Please no pets. No weapons. No alcohol. Backpacks are allowed for blankets, etc. Water is allowed (no glass bottles). Emergency responders and law enforcement will be on site.
PARKING: available at the “rock wall” lot at Arena Cove starting at 2pm until filled. There is no parking on Port Road. Once the lot is filled, Port Road is closed to vehicular traffic. More parking is available at City Hall and the high school. Parking is $10 per vehicle, which includes a shuttle ride and one entry ticket.
EVENT: gates open at 4pm. Admission is $10 per person, 12 and under is free. This is a cash-only event. The City will have a small “ATM” in the green shed at the Cove, but it’s best to bring cash with you. There are real ATM’s at Redwood Credit Union and the liquor store.
MUSIC: one of the highlights of the event, this year’s live music includes La Gente SF, Soul Shake, The Saltines, with DJ Smerf in between sets.
KIDS: 2 bouncy houses, rock painting, face painting, games, light-up toys, candy and more!
FOOD: Vendors will have, among other things, fish tacos, tamales, burritos, lumpia, hot dogs, frybread, Brazilian BBQ, acai bowls, clam chowder, pizza slices, chips and more!
DRINKS: Vendors will have sodas, water, lemonade and beer and wine will be available.
CRAFTS: Aendors will have clothing and jewelry booths.
SILENT AUCTION: a fundraiser to help Jeff Hillier meet his medical expenses will be at the Cove.
BOATHOUSE: From 5:30 to 7:30, Arena Cove Stewards will host folks at the “boathouse” building to build support for its acquisition.
HAVE FUN AND ENJOY THE SHOW!!!

Join us for food, fun and the largest display of fireworks in the region in the newly renovated Arena Cove!

Saturday, July 6 – Street Fair & Fireworks Extravaganza

Come early and stay late for the Street Fair at Arena Cove.  Festivities kick off at 4:00 pm with food, bands, arts and crafts, kids’ activities, and entertainment.  The Fireworks Extravaganza by Devastating Pyrotechnics will explode into the night sky starting at dark!

This year’s band lineup includes:

La Gente SF
Soul Shake
New Year’s Eve
The Saltines
Plus DJ Smurf


BUY YOUR TICKETS ONLINE!!

$ 10.00 General Admission — Children under 12 free

Parking for the street fair and fireworks will be available at City Hall and Point Arena High School.  No on-street parking is available on Port Road. Parking includes shuttle buses running from 4:00pm until 11:00pm and one adult admission voucher!


VOLUNTEERS: An event of this size runs on volunteers.  Please consider helping make this event a success.  Volunteers will receive free admission and a special t-shirt. Please contact City Hall at 707-882-2122 to sign up.

VENDORS: Food and craft vendor spots are available for the Street Fair on July 2. Download vendor application or contact City Hall at 707-882-2122.

SPONSORS: We are also seeking sponsorships and donations for the event.  Download Sponsorship Form or contact City Hall at 707-882-2122.


Sunday, July 3– Downtown Parade

The Annual Downtown Parade steps off at noon on Main Street.  Groups are welcomed to join the parade.  Since this is a family-friendly parade, we ask you to keep things classy, safe, and fun.

Download our Parade Entry Form  or contact Point Arena City Hall at 882-2122.

 

RFP: Consultant Services to Assist with Local Coastal Plan Amendment

The City of Point Arena, California, seeks the services of a professional consultant to prepare a Local Coastal Plan amendment application to update portions of its General Plan and Zoning Ordinance, last updated in 2006. The scope of this project will also include a sea level rise study and necessary environmental analysis as required by the Coastal Commission to support the LCP amendment.

Work toward an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Ordinance and changes to development regulations in the Highway Commercial district has already begun and will be incorporated into this LCP amendment project.

Applicants MUST have experience preparing Local Coastal Plan amendments and related documents. Prior experience working with the Coastal Commission is preferred.

The deadline for submission of a proposal is Monday February 28, 2022 at 4pm PST.

Request for Proposal for Consultant Services to Assist with General Plan/Local Coastal Program Amendment

New Councilmembers Appointed

NEW POINT ARENA CITY COUNCILMEMBERS APPOINTED

At their January 11 Special meeting, the Point Arena City Council appointed two new members to the City Council to fill vacancies resulting from resignation – Jim Koogle and Richey Wasserman. Both are long-time residents of Point Arena and have served on the City Council and numerous boards and commissions before.

In early September 2021, two members of the City Council resigned. At the September 28 City Council meeting, it was decided to call a Special Election for February 22, 2022. The nomination period for candidates for the two seats was November 1 to November 29. At the end of the filing period, only one candidate turned in nomination papers that were validated by the Registrar of Voters – Jim Koogle.

Because no more than one candidate ran for the two open seats and the City of Point Arena had no other items on the ballot, the County Elections Official determined that there would not need a Special Election to be held on February 22, 2022. Under this circumstance, State law allows an appointment “in lieu of election” as there were fewer candidates than open seats. The appointee will serve the remainder of the term which expires November 5, 2024.

At the December 14, 2021 meeting, the Council decided to open an application period for an appointment to the remaining vacant seat, with applications due by January 6, 2022. The only person to apply was Richey Wasserman. This Council seat would be up for election on November 8, 2022.

With the addition of Koogle and Wasserman, the Point Arena City Council roster is:

Mayor Scott Ignacio (scott.ignacio@pointarena.ca.gov)

Vice Mayor Barbara Burkey (barbara.burkey@pointarena.ca.gov)

Councilmember Anna Dobbins (anna.dobbins@pointarena.ca.gov)

Councilmember Jim Koogle (jim.koogle@pointarena.ca.gov)

Councilmember Richey Wasserman (richey.wasserman@pointarena.ca.gov)

###

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 one person ran for two open seats at the upcoming February 22, 2022 SpecialEelection. The person selected will serve a term until the end of 2022 and will need to run for reelection in the November 8, 2022 general election.

Qualifications for City Council

Qualified candidates must:

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

Process for Filling the Vacancy

The City Council will follow the process outlined below:

Application Period: Applications will be accepted until 4 p.m. January 6, 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. Council members will review all applications and may conduct interviews.

At a Special Meeting at 6 p.m. on January 11, 2021, the City Council will appoint for the vacant seat.

Applying for the Council Appointment

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

The City Council will make an appointment to the City Council at a Special Meeting on January 11, 2022 at 6:00 pm.

2022 City Council Special Election

NOMINATION PERIOD OPENS FOR 2022 CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL ELECTION
 
On Tuesday, February 22, 2022, a special municipal election will be held in the City of Point Arena to elect two new Councilmembers to replace recently resigned Councilmembers.
 
Official nomination papers for eligible candidates desiring to file for the above office may be obtained from the Office of the City Clerk, 451 School Street in Point Arena beginning November 1, 2021, through November 29, 2021, during regular business hours as posted.
 
In order to be eligible to hold office as a member of the Council, a person must be a U.S. citizen, 18 years of age on or before Election Day and a registered voter of the City of Point Arena at the time nomination papers are issued for his or her candidacy and shall continue to reside in the City of Point Arena during the term of office.
 
For more information and to make an appointment to pick up papers, please contact Point Arena City Hall at 882-2122 or email admin@pointarena.ca.gov.
 
Point Arena City Hall is open from 9am to 4pm Monday-Thursday and closed Fridays.

Bid #2021-04: Pier Pilings Repair

NOTICE INVITING BIDS

Point Arena Pier Repair
Project # 2021-04

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 September 9, 2021. Bids will be opened and read publicly at that time.

2. The City proposes to replace damaged components of the Arena Cove Pier including nine wooden fender piles and one steel guide pile. Engineer’s opinion of probable cost to perform this work is $54,140.

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 Scott Perkins, SHN Consulting Engineers and Geologists, 335 S. Main Street, Willits, CA 95490, sperkins@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 documents. 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/PublicWorks.html. 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 items.

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.

Bid Documents

EXTENSION OF BID SUBMISSION DATE AND BID OPENING DATE ADDENDUM NO. 1

Extension of Bid Opening: The bid submission deadline and bid opening date for the Point Arena Pier Repair Project has been modified from Thursday, September 9, 2021, at 2:00pm to  Thursday, September 16, 2021, at 2:00 pm. Bids will be opened and read publicly at that time.

All other terms and conditions of the bid remain unchanged.

If you have already submitted a bid in response to this procurement process, please be assured that your bid will be held securely until the revised bid opening date. Alternatively, you are permitted to take advantage of this extension to the deadline to make revisions to that bid.

Job: Harbor & Pier Technician

The City of Point Arena seeks a Harbor Operations Technician I

Under direct or general supervision, the position performs a variety of semi-skilled work in the construction, modification, maintenance, repair and operation of the City’s Harbor, Pier and related waterfront facilities and systems; provides assistance in the overall Harbor and Pier operations, including customer services activities related to facilities rentals, usage, boat berth assignments, fees intake, and contract monitoring; and performs related work as required

This is the entry-level class in the public harbor and pier operations series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents with basic maintenance experience learn Harbor and Pier facilities, systems, and related infrastructure, use of tools and equipment, and a wide variety of practices and procedures. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied and are performed with greater independence.

This class is alternately-staffed with Harbor and Pier Operations Technician II and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining the knowledge, skill, experience, licenses and certifications which meet the qualifications for and demonstrating the ability to perform the work of the higher-level class.

24 + hours a week
$16.56-20.13 Hr. + Benefits

Full job description and application at:
http://pointarena.ca.gov

Or call 707-882-2122

Applications are due by 4pm Thursday September 9, 2021

Full Job Description
Employment Application

Español