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CITY OF POINT ARENA TO CONDUCT SEWER SMOKE TESTS OCTOBER 24 & 25

The City of Point Arena Sewer Department will be cleaning and smoke testing the sewer collection system this year. Smoke testing will occur Wednesday October 24 and Thursday October 25.

This project is being done in an effort to limit the cost of sewage treatment plant expansions that will be necessary over the next few years.   The sewer trunk lines and mains will be jetted clean, so the problems won’t be hidden by debris and silt. This operation will be started at School Street and will work south through town. When the cleaning of the system is complete, smoke testing will begin.

The smoke testing will start at the north end of town working south. The smoke testing is an integral part of this maintenance program aimed at reducing rainwater and ground water infiltrating the sewers. The smoke will escape through cracks, breaks, storm water tie-ins such as rain leaders, and uncapped clean-outs.

The smoke is not toxic and will not harm anyone. However, occasionally smoke will come out of drains in houses that are not piped properly. If this happens at your house or business, it is advised you contact the building inspector and a plumber to fix problem as soon as possible.  If the smoke gets in your house, so will sewer gases which could be toxic or explosive if the right conditions exist.

If there are quustions about this project or process, please call (707) 353-0062.  Asking the crew as they perform the cleaning and testing will only slow the process and prolong the project.

/ Daniel Lee, Chief Plant Operator

Port Road in Point Arena will be subject to one lane traffic control beginning August 14 through August 17 from 7:30 am to 5:00 pm as part of the Port Road Maintenance Project.

The first phase of the project entails asphalt removal, dig outs, new compacted road base and relaying of asphalt in the portions of roadway and bike lane that have suffered base failures.  Cracks in the asphalt surface of the road will be filled and sealed.  The second phase of the project entails application of slurry seal sometime in September.

The project was designed by SHN Engineering in Fort Bragg with construction performed by Wylatti Resource Management in Covelo.

SB1 Local Partnership Program Funds is providing $200,000 for the project with additional funds coming from the Mendocino Council of Governments.

SB 1, The Road Repair and Accountability Act, invests more than $5 billion annually directly for maintenance, repair, and safety improvements on state highways, local streets and roads, bridges, tunnels and overpasses. $200 million in funding for the Local Partnership Program helps match locally generated transportation funds.

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The 19th Annual Harbor & Seafood Festival

Sunday September 2, 2017 — Noon to 6pm
Point Arena Cove & Pier

This is an event that you don’t want to miss: a perfect setting with amazing food, stunning views, great company and all for a good cause – to raise money to keep our local pier operating all year long!

This year’s “Harborfest” menu features oysters, albacore kebabs, fish tacos, and abalone cakes!

Libations include craft beer courtesy of North Coast Brewery, assorted wines, and non-alcoholic beverages including soft drinks and homemade lemonade.

There is no entry fee and parking is free. Bring the kids, but please leave the dogs at home.

For more information or to get involved please call Point Arena City Hall at 882-2122.

• Vendor Application
• Sponsorship Form

Street Fair ~ Fireworks ~ Parade

The most highly anticipated event on the South Coast – the Point Arena Independence Celebration – will occur the weekend of June 30 & July 1, 2018!  Join us for food, fun and the largest display of fireworks in the region in beautiful Arena Cove!

Saturday, June 30 – 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 and entertainment.  The Fireworks Extravaganza by Devastating Pyrotechnics will explode into the night sky starting at dark.

The band lineup this year:

• Dust in My Coffee
• The Groovinators
• Burnside
• DJ Jose Ruiz

Be sure to bring flashlights and jackets but leave your pets at home please.

$ 10.00 General Admission /$5 for youth 12-17  / children under 12 free / $20 for a family of four

Parking is limited/Shuttle bus available. Additional parking at City Hall (with shuttle service to the pier)

Food and craft vendor spots are available for the Street Fair on June 30. Download our Vendor Application Form or contact Point Arena City Hall at 707-882-2122.

Sunday, July 1– 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.

How You Can Help!

This spectacular event doesn’t just happen out of the blue – it takes many hours of planning and lots of work by a dedicated group of volunteers and City staff. 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 Barbara Burkey at 882-2683 for more information.

We are also seeking sponsorships and donations for the event.  If you would like to help sponsor or donate to the Celebration or volunteer please contact City Hall at 882-2122.

Please Note…

Admission to the street fair and fireworks is $10 for adults and $5 for kids aged 12- 17.  Kids under 12 are free.  A family of four is $20.

BUY YOUR TICKETS ONLINE!!

Parking for the street fair and fireworks will be available at City Hall and in parking lot locations on Port Road.  No on-street parking is available on Port Road.  A shuttle bus will run from City Hall to the Cove from 4:00 P.M. until 11:00 P.M.

Please leave pets at home!

More information at:  https://pointarena.net/south-coast-independence-festival/ or the City’s Website at: www.cityofpointarena.net or call City Hall at 882-2122.

We look forward to seeing you at Arena Cove for fireworks on Saturday and downtown for the Parade on Sunday!

The City of Point Arena is seeking public input for naming our new park, located at Arena Cove above Arena Creek where the cypress trees are located.

The following names have been selected by the City Council for consideration.

Please vote below. Please vote only once.

More information on the park names is located below the poll.

Results will be announced at the November 28 City Council meeting.

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Notes:

“Seafoam Park” refers to a vessel that was lost in1931 while enroute to San Francisco. Remnants of the wreck are still visible at low tide.

“Arena Cove Park” is self-explanatory.

“Raven Park” refers to former Mayor, Councilmember and businessman Raven Earlygrow.

“Yomta Park” refers to the Pomo word for “dreamer.”

“Mountain Beaver Park” refers to the Point Arena Mountain Beaver, a federally-protected species with habitat along Port Road.

The 18th Annual Harbor & Seafood Festival

Sunday September 3, 2017 — Noon to 6pm
Point Arena Cove & Pier

This is an event that you don’t want to miss: a perfect setting with amazing food, stunning views, great company and all for a good cause – to raise money to keep our local pier operating all year long!

This year’s “Harborfest” menu features oysters, albacore kebabs, fish tacos, and abalone cakes!

Libations include craft beer courtesy of North Coast Brewery, assorted wines, and non-alcoholic beverages including soft drinks and homemade lemonade.

This year’s bands include local faves Fast Company, OZONE BBQ, and Chuckwalla as well as the Nelson Lunding Trio and 3 Sheets to the Wind.

The kids area hosts a bouncy house, face painting and a sea-themed sidewalk chalk art competition.

There is no entry fee and parking is free. Bring the kids, but please leave the dogs at home.

For more information or to get involved please call Point Arena City Hall at 882-2122.

• Vendor Application
• Sponsorship Form

The City Council of the City of Point Arena is accepting applications for the role of City Treasurer for a term beginning July 2017 to January 2018.  2-year terms of service will begin in January 2018.

The City Treasurer for the City of Point Arena is a volunteer position appointed by and serving at the pleasure of the City Council.   There is no limit to the number of terms that the appointee may serve. The Treasurer does not need to be City of Point Arena resident or a registered voter.  The Treasurer’s monthly stipend is $200 per month.  The position is not eligible for employment benefits.

The main duties of the City Treasurer include accounting for all money coming into and being expended by the City; signing checks; preparing or overseeing deposits to the City’s designated bank; collecting City taxes and license fees prescribed by City ordinance; and drafting and submitting a “Treasurer’s Report” and accounting of receipts and disbursements monthly to the City Manager/Clerk and City Council.

Prior accounting or bookkeeping experience is essential. Strong mathematical/accounting skills required.  Prior extensive use of accounting software being used by Point Arena is desired.

• Full Job Description 
• Point Arena Employment Application 

Applicants are required to submit their resume and the Point Arena Employment Application by 3:00 PM, Thursday, June 22, 2017 to Point Arena City Hall or by mail to PO Box 67, Point Arena, CA 95468.

For additional information contact City Hall at (707) 882-2122 or email pa-admin@mcn.org.