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City Council
Regular Meeting
AGENDA
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November 18, 2020 6:00 PM
1. ROLL CALL
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. PROCLAMATIONS/INTRODUCTIONS/PRESENTATIONS
4. PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
5.a. Approval of the Minutes for the November 4, 2020, Special Meeting.
Recommended Action: Approve the Minutes of November 4, 2020, a Special Meeting, as
submitted.
Attachments:
1.20201104 Draft Minutes Special Meeting
5.b. Approval of the Minutes for the November 4, 2020, Regular Meeting.
Recommended Action: Approve the Minutes of November 4, 2020, a Regular Meeting, as
submitted.
Attachments:
1.20201104 Draft Minutes
6. RIGHT TO APPEAL DECISION
Persons who are dissatisfied with a decision of the City Council may have the right to a review of that decision by a court. The
City has adopted Section 1094.6 of the California Code of Civil Procedure, which generally limits to ninety days (90) the time
within which the decision of the City Boards and Agencies may be judicially challenged.
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7. CONSENT CALENDAR
The following items listed are considered routine and will be enacted by a single motion and roll call vote by the City Council.
Items may be removed from the Consent Calendar upon request of a Councilmember or a citizen in which event the item will
be considered at the completion of all other items on the agenda. The motion by the City Council on the Consent Calendar will
approve and make findings in accordance with Administrative Staff and/or Planning Commission recommendations.
7.a. Report of Disbursements for the Month of October 2020.
Recommended Action: Approve the Report of Disbursements for the Month of October 2020.
Attachments:
1.October 2020 Summary of Disbursements
2.Account Codes for Reference
3.Object codes for Reference
4.October 2020 Disbursement Detail
7.b. Consideration of Adoption of the State of California Governor's Designation of Applicant's
Agent Resolution Allowing the City Manager to Apply for Public Assistance and Recovery
Funding.
Recommended Action: Adopt the State of California Governor’s Designation of Applicant’s Agent
Resolution allowing the City Manager to apply for public assistance and recovery funding on the
behalf of the City of Ukiah.
Attachments:
1.Designation of Applicant's Agent Resolution For NonState Agencies Cal OES 130 W
Signature
2.Designation of Applicant's Agent Resolution For NonState AgenciesCal OES 130
7.c. Consideration of Adoption of a Resolution Terminating the Proclamation of a Local Emergency
Due to Extreme Heat Emergency.
Recommended Action: Adopt a Resolution terminating the proclamation of a local emergency
related to the extreme heat emergency.
Attachments:
1.Resolution Terminating Proclamation of Local Emergency
7.d. Approval of Notice of Completion for the 2020 Slurry Seal of Local Streets Project, Specification
No. 2001, and Approval of Corresponding Budget Amendment.
Recommended Action: Approve the Notice of Completion for the 2020 Slurry Seal of Local
Streets Project, Specification No. 2001, and Approval of Corresponding Budget Amendment
Attachments:
1.Notice of CompletionSpec 2001
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7.e. Approval of Notice of Completion for the Gobbi Street Underground District No. 3, Specification
No. 1903, and Approve the Final Payment of the 5% Retention to St. Francis Electric, LLC.
Recommended Action: Approve notice of completion for the Gobbi Street Underground District
No. 3, Specification No. 1903, and direct the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion with the
County Recorder.
Attachments:
1.Spec 1903 Gobbi Street Undergrounding Project
2.20201118 Notice of CompletionSt. Francis Const
7.f. Approve Professional Services Contract Amendment No. 1 with L.S. Mitchell Architect, Inc. to
Increase Contract Funding for Engineering and Construction Services for the 1350 Hastings
Road Property in an Amount Not to Exceed $45,000.
Recommended Action: Approve professional services contract Amendment No. 1 with L.S.
Mitchell Architect, Inc. to increase contract funding for engineering and construction services for
the 1350 Hastings Road property in an amount not to exceed $45,000.
Attachments:
1.L.S. Mitchell, Inc. Contract #1617091
2.Amendment 1 C #1617091
7.g. Consideration of City of Ukiah's Community Green Lighting Program to Enhance and Promote
Energy Conservation, and Approval of LED Lighting Rebate.
Recommended Action: Approve the Community Decorative Green Lighting Program and Updated
LED Lighting Rebate.
Attachments: None
8. AUDIENCE COMMENTS ON NONAGENDA ITEMS
The City Council welcomes input from the audience. If there is a matter of business on the agenda that you are interested in,
you may address the Council when this matter is considered. If you wish to speak on a matter that is not on this agenda, you
may do so at this time. In order for everyone to be heard, please limit your comments to three (3) minutes per person and not
more than ten (10) minutes per subject. The Brown Act regulations do not allow action to be taken on audience comments in
which the subject is not listed on the agenda.
9. COUNCIL REPORTS
10. CITY MANAGER/CITY CLERK REPORTS
11. PUBLIC HEARINGS (6:15 PM)
12. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
12.a. Receive Status Report and Consider Any Action or Direction Related to the Novel Coronavirus
(COVID19) Emergency Including Operational Preparedness and Response; Continuity of City
Operations and Services; Community and Business Impacts; and Any Other Related Matters.
Recommended Action: Receive status report and consider any action or direction related to the
Novel Coronavirus (COVID19) Emergency including operational preparedness and response;
continuity of City operations and services; community and business impacts; and any other
related matters.
Attachments: None
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12.b. Consideration and Possible Approval of Option #2 in the October 20, 2020 Mead & Hunt
Technical Memorandum (Attachment 1) to Protect for a Future 5,000Foot Runway for CalFire
and Other Operations; and Direction to Staff to Communicate Council's Recommendation to the
Mendocino County Airport Land Use Commission.
Recommended Action: Approve Option #2 in the October 20, 2020 Mead & Hunt Technical
Memorandum within Attachment 1 to protect for a future 5,000foot runway for CalFire and other
operations; and direct staff to communicate Council's direction to the Mendocino County Airport
Land Use Commission.
Attachments:
1.UKI.C130 Memo.101920_complete
2.Airport Commission Letter to Council 11320
13. NEW BUSINESS
13.a. Consideration of Adoption of a Resolution Adopting the 2020 MultiJurisdictional Hazard
Mitigation Plan for Mendocino County.
Recommended Action: Adopt the Resolution adopting the Mendocino County MultiJurisdictional
Hazard Mitigation Plan required by Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to apply for
funding under FEMA’s Hazard Mitigation Assistance Program.
Attachments:
1.Volume 1 Mendocino MJHMP
2.Volume 2 Mendocino MJHMP
3.Resolution Adopting Hazard Mitigation Plan City of Ukiah
13.b. Receive Updates on City Council Committee and Ad Hoc Assignments, and, if Necessary,
Consider Modifications to Assignments and/or the Creation/Elimination of Ad Hoc(s).
Recommended Action: Receive report(s). The Council will consider modifications to committee
and ad hoc assignments along with the creation/elimination ad hoc(s).
Attachments:
1.2020 City Council Special Assignments
14. CLOSED SESSION CLOSED SESSION MAY BE HELD AT ANY TIME DURING THE MEETING
14.a. Conference with Legal Counsel—Anticipated Litigation
(Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2))
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2)(Number
of potential cases: 3)
Recommended Action: Confer in Closed Session
Attachments: None
14.b. Conference with Legal Counsel—Anticipated Litigation
(Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4))
Deciding whether to initiate litigation pursuant to paragraph (4) of subdivision (d) of
Government Code Section 54956.9 (Potential Cases: 1)
Recommended Action: Confer in Closed Session
Attachments: None
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14.c. Conference with Legal Counsel – Existing Litigation
(Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1))
Name of case: Vichy Springs Resort v. City of Ukiah, Et Al; Case No. SCUKCVPT201870200
Recommended Action: Confer in Closed Session
Attachments: None
14.d. Conference with Legal Counsel – Existing Litigation
(Cal. Gov’t Code Section 54956.9(d)(1))
Name of case: City of Ukiah v. Questex, LTD, et al, Mendocino County Superior Court, Case
No. SCUK CVPT1566036
Recommended Action: Confer in Closed Session
Attachments: None
14.e. Conference with Labor Negotiator (54957.6)
Agency Representative: Sage Sangiacomo, City Manager
Employee Organizations: All Bargaining Units
Recommended Action: Confer in Closed Session
Attachments: None
14.f. Conference with Real Property Negotiators
(Cal. Gov’t Code Section 54956.8)
Property: APN Nos: 15705003, 15706002, 15705004, 15705003, 15703002, 157050
01, 15705002, 15705010, 15705009, 15707001, 15707002, 00319001
Negotiator: Sage Sangiacomo, City Manager;
Negotiating Parties: Dave Hull and Ric Piffero
Under Negotiation: Price & Terms of Payment
Recommended Action: Confer in Closed Session
Attachments: None
15. ADJOURNMENT
Please be advised that the City needs to be notified 72 hours in advance of a meeting if any specific accommodations or interpreter services are needed
in order for you to attend. The City complies with ADA requirements and will attempt to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities upon
request. Materials related to an item on this Agenda submitted to the City Council after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public
inspection at the front counter at the Ukiah Civic Center, 300 Seminary Avenue, Ukiah, CA 95482, during normal business hours, Monday through
Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
I hereby certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing agenda was posted on the bulletin board at the main
entrance of the City of Ukiah City Hall, located at 300 Seminary Avenue, Ukiah, California, not less than 72 hours prior to the meeting set forth on this
agenda.
Kristine Lawler, City Clerk
Dated: 11/13/2020
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Agenda Item No: a.
MEETING DATE/TIME: 11/18/2020
ITEM NO: 2020-625
AGENDA SUMMARY REPORT
SUBJECT: Update on Emergency Repair of the Yosemite Drive Water Main and Determine that Emergency
Conditions Continue to Require the Emergency Repair.
DEPARTMENT: Public Works PREPARED BY: Jarod Thiele, Public Works Management Analyst
PRESENTER: Tim Eriksen, Public Works Director/City Engineer
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Resolution - Yosemite Drive Water Main Emergency Work
Summary: The City Council will review the status of the emergency award of contract to repair the Yosemite
Drive Water Main, to comply with Public Contract Code Section 22050.
Background: At their regular meeting of November 4, 2020, the City Council voted to adopt a resolution
finding that emergency conditions would not allow sufficient time to publicly bid the repair of the Yosemite
Drive Water Main. Please refer to Attachment 1 for a copy of the resolution.
The City Council awarded a contract to Wipf Construction under Public Contract Code Section 22050 to repair
the Yosemite Drive Water Main. That section allows such repairs without competitive bidding in an
emergency, if the City Council on a 4/5 vote makes specified finding. However, please note, that staff solicited
quotes from two additional companies before making the award recommendation.
Discussion: Under Public Contract Code 22050, Subsection (c)(1) the City Council is required to review the
emergency action taken on November 4th at every regularly scheduled meeting thereafter until the action is
terminated.
In reviewing the action, the City Council must determine whether the emergency conditions excusing
competitive bidding continue for the repair of the Yosemite Drive Water Main. It must make that finding by a
4/5 vote.
Recommended Action: Determine that emergency conditions continue to require the repair of the Yosemite
Drive Water Main without competitive bidding.
BUDGET AMENDMENT REQUIRED: N/A
CURRENT BUDGET AMOUNT: N/A
PROPOSED BUDGET AMOUNT: N/A
FINANCING SOURCE: N/A
PREVIOUS CONTRACT/PURCHASE ORDER NO.: N/A
COORDINATED WITH: Sage Sangiacomo, City Manager; Tim Eriksen, Director of Public Works/City
Engineer; Mary Horger, Financial Services Manager
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RESOLUTION NO. 2020-63
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH APPROVING PURSUANT TO
PUBLIC CONTRACT CODE SECTION 22050 THE EMERGENCY PROCUREMENT WITHOUT
PUBLIC BIDDING OF CONSTRUCTION SERVICES TO REPAIR THE WATER MAIN ON
YOSEMITE DRIVE
WHEREAS:
1.During normal operation of the City of Ukiah’s Water Distribution System, a portion of water
main failed repeatedly on Yosemite Drive; and
2.Without the normal operation of this water main, the City is unable to provide necessary and
immediate services to its residents which could lead to public health hazards; and
3.With damage caused to public property including streets, curb, gutter; and
4.With damage caused to private property including driveway aprons and driveways; and
5.The City Engineer estimates that it would take 120 days to develop plans and specifications to
bid the construction work required to repair the water main and damaged public and private
property, to advertise requests for bids, to award the bid and to commence construction and an
additional 2-3 weeks to complete the work; and
6.Under Public Contract Code Section 22050(a)(1) in the case of an emergency, the City,
pursuant to a four-fifths vote of the City Council, may repair or replace a public facility and
procure the necessary equipment, services, and supplies for those purposes, without giving
notice for bids to let contracts; and
7.Under Public Contract Code Section 22050(a)(2) before the City Council takes such action, it
must make a finding, based on substantial evidence set forth in the minutes of its meeting, that
the emergency will not permit a delay resulting from a competitive solicitation for bids, and that
the action is necessary to respond to the emergency;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that:
1.Based on the foregoing recitals and information, the City Council finds that an emergency condition
exists that must be repaired to avoid public health hazards that could result, if the repair work was
put out for competitive bids in compliance with the procedures required by the Uniform Construction
Cost Accounting Act.
2.The City Council authorizes the procurement of construction services to repair the water main and
damaged public and private property without providing notice inviting bids.
3.The City Council authorizes the City Procurement Officer to contract with Wipf Construction to repair
the backwash basins at the WTP on the amount of $178,642.
ATTACHMENT 1
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4.Awarding a contract to repair the water main and damaged public and private property is
categorically exempt from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act as
a Class 2 categorical exemption, because it involves the replacement or reconstruction of existing
utility systems and/or facilities involving negligible or no expansion of capacity. (14 CCR §15302.)
5.The emergency action taken by this resolution shall terminate upon the City Council’s approval of a
certificate of completion for the water main and public and private property repair work.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 4th day of November, 2020, by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Douglas F. Crane, Mayor
ATTEST:
Kristine Lawler, City Clerk
Councilmembers Mulheren, Brown, Scalmanini, Orozco, and Mayor Crane
None
None
None
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AGENDA ITEM 5a
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CITY OF UKIAH
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Special Meeting
Virtual Meeting: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/rt/4910662329263871245
Ukiah, CA 95482
November 4, 2020
4:30 p.m.
1. ROLL CALL AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Ukiah City Council met at a Special Meeting on November 4, 2020, having been legally noticed on
November 3, 2020. Mayor Crane called the meeting to order at 4:52 p.m. Roll was taken with the
following Councilmembers Present: Maureen Mulheren, Jim O. Brown, Stephen G. Scalmanini
(verified by City Manager Sangiacomo), Juan V. Orozco, and Douglas F. Crane. Staff Present:
Sage Sangiacomo, City Manager; David Rapport, City Attorney; and Kristine Lawler, City Clerk.
MAYOR CRANE PRESIDING.
2. AUDIENCE COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
No public comments were received.
THE CITY COUNCIL ADJOURNED FOR CLOSED SESSION AT 4:55 P.M.
3. CLOSED SESSION
a. Conference with Legal Counsel—Anticipated Litigation
(Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2))
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2)(Number
of potential cases: 3)"
b. Conference with Legal Counsel—Anticipated Litigation
(Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4))
Deciding whether to initiate litigation pursuant to paragraph (4) of subdivision (d) of Government
Code Section 54956.9 (Potential Cases: 1)"
c. Conference with Legal Counsel – Existing Litigation
(Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1))
Name of case: Vichy Springs Resort v. City of Ukiah, Et Al; Case No. SCUK-CVPT-2018-70200
d. Conference with Legal Counsel – Existing Litigation
(Cal. Gov’t Code Section 54956.9(d)(1))
Name of case: City of Ukiah v. Questex, LTD, et al, Mendocino County Superior Court, Case
No. SCUK- CVPT-15-66036
e. Conference with Labor Negotiator (54957.6)
Agency Representative: Sage Sangiacomo, City Manager
Employee Organizations: All Bargaining Units
f. Conference with Real Property Negotiators
(Cal. Gov’t Code Section 54956.8)
Property: APN Nos: 157-050-03, 157-060-02, 157-050-04, 157-050-03, 157-030-02, 157-050-
01, 157-050-02, 157-050-10, 157-050-09, 157-070-01, 157-070-02, 003-190-01
Negotiator: Sage Sangiacomo, City Manager; Negotiating Parties: Dave Hull and Ric Piffero
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Under Negotiation: Price & Terms of Payment
Direction was given to staff.
4. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 5:55 p.m.
________________________________
Kristine Lawler, City Clerk
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AGENDA ITEM 5b
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CITY OF UKIAH
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Regular Meeting
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/rt/4910662329263871245
November 4, 2020
6:00 p.m.
1. ROLL CALL
Ukiah City Council met at a Regular Meeting on November 4, 2020, having been legally noticed on
October 30, 2020. The meeting was held virtually at the following link:
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/rt/4910662329263871245. Mayor Crane called the meeting to
order at 6:03 p.m. Roll was taken with the following Councilmembers Present: Maureen Mulheren,
Jim O. Brown, Stephen G. Scalmanini, Juan V. Orozco, and Douglas F. Crane. Staff Present: Sage
Sangiacomo, City Manager; David Rapport, City Attorney; and Kristine Lawler, City Clerk.
MAYOR CRANE PRESIDING.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember Brown.
3. PROCLAMATIONS/INTRODUCTIONS/PRESENTATIONS
a. Proclamation Recognizing November 14, 2020, as "World Diabetes Awareness Day" in the
City of Ukiah.
Presenter: Vice Mayor Orozco.
Proclamation was received by Karin Ronk.
4. PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a. Approval of the Minutes for the October 21, 2020, Regular Meeting.
Motion/Second: Mulheren/Brown to approve Minutes of October 21, 2020, a regular meeting, as
submitted. Motion carried by the following roll call votes: AYES: Mulheren, Brown, Scalmanini,
Orozco, and Crane. NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None.
6. RIGHT TO APPEAL DECISION
7. CONSENT CALENDAR
a. Report to Council for the Deep Ripping (Scarification) of Pond Number 1 at the Wastewater
Treatment Plant to Mendocino Construction Services, Inc. (PO No. 46908) in the amount of
$11,775 – Water Resources.
b. Consider Approval of Community Development Technician I/II Position for the Community
Development Department and Corresponding Budget Amendment – Community Development.
Motion/Second: Scalmanini/Brown to approve Consent Calendar Items 7a-7b, as submitted. Motion
carried by the following roll call votes: AYES: Mulheren, Brown, Scalmanini, Orozco, and Crane.
NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None.
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8. AUDIENCE COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
No public comment was received.
9. COUNCIL REPORTS
No reports were presented.
10. CITY MANAGER/CITY CLERK REPORTS
Presenter: Sage Sangiacomo, City Manager.
Recycled Water System Update – Sean White, Water Resources Director
Construction Update – Tim Eriksen, Public Works Director/City Engineer.
Marijuana Ad Hoc Meeting Update – Craig Schlatter, Community Development Director.
11. PUBLIC HEARINGS (6:15 PM)
12. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. Receive Status Report and Consider Any Action or Direction Related to the Novel
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Emergency Including Operational Preparedness and Response;
Continuity of City Operations and Services; Community and Business Impacts; and Any
Other Related Matters.
Presenter: Sage Sangiacomo, City Manager.
Report was received.
b. Possible Adoption of Ordinance Amending Sign Ordinance.
Presenter: David Rapport, City Attorney.
Motion/Second: Brown/Orozco to adopt amendment to Ukiah City Code Section 3224.C listing
"Political Signs" as exempt from requiring a sign permit. Motion carried by the following roll call votes:
AYES: Mulheren, Brown, Orozco, and Crane. NOES: Scalmanini. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None.
ORDINANCE NO. 1208
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH AMENDING SECTION 3224 IN
DIVISION 3, CHAPTER 7, ARTICLE 2 OF THE CITY CODE REGULATING THE POSTING OF
POLITICAL CAMPAIGN SIGNS.
c. Review of the Draft Objective Development and Design Standards and Flexible Parking
Standards with Possible Direction to Staff to Prepare a Draft Zoning Ordinance
Amendment Incorporating Both Sets of Standards into Ukiah City Code.
Presenter: Mireya Turner, Planning Manager.
Motion/Second: Scalmanini/Mulheren to direct Staff to prepare a Draft Zoning Ordinance
Amendment incorporating both sets of Standards into Ukiah City Code. Motion carried by the
following roll call votes: AYES: Mulheren, Brown, Scalmanini, Orozco, and Crane. NOES: None.
ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None.
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d. Authorize the Inland Water and Power Commission to Execute the Second Amended
Planning Agreement for the Potter Valley Project
Presenter: Sean White, Water Resources Director.
Motion/Second: Scalmanini/Orozco to authorize the Inland Water and Power Commission to
execute the Second Amended Planning Agreement (non-City agreement) for the Potter Valley
Project. Motion carried by the following roll call votes: AYES: Mulheren, Brown, Scalmanini, Orozco,
and Crane. NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None.
13. NEW BUSINESS
a. Consideration of Adoption of a Resolution of Application for Annexation of City-Owned
Properties to the Mendocino Local Agency Formation Commission; and Approval of a
Community Development Director Determination that the Proposed Annexation Qualifies
for a CEQA Exemption.
Presenter: Darcy Vaughn, Assistant City Attorney.
Motion/Second: Brown/Orozco to adopt Resolution (2020-61) of application for the City of Ukiah to
annex City-owned properties; and approve the Community Development Director’s determination
that the proposed annexation qualifies for a CEQA Exemption. Motion carried by the following roll
call votes: AYES: Mulheren, Brown, Scalmanini, Orozco, and Crane. NOES: None. ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
b. Authorize City Manager to Negotiate and Execute a Site Control Agreement Between the
City of Ukiah and the Ukiah Unified School District Board, and Adoption of a Resolution
Approving an Application to the Prop 68 Statewide Park Development and Community
Revitalization Program Grant Funds for a Healthy Ukiah Sports Complex.
Presenter: Neil Davis, Community Services Program Administrator.
Motion/Second: Mulheren/Brown to authorize City Manager to negotiate and execute a site control
agreement (COU No. 2021-148) between the City of Ukiah and the Ukiah Unified School District
Board, and adoption of a Resolution (2020-62) approving an application to the Prop 68 Statewide
Park Development and Community Revitalization Program Grant Funds for a Healthy Ukiah Sports
Complex. Motion carried by the following roll call votes: AYES: Mulheren, Brown, Scalmanini,
Orozco, and Crane. NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None.
c. Adopt Resolution Approving Award of Contract to Wipf Construction in the Amount of
$178,642 for the Emergency Repair of the Yosemite Drive Water Main and Approval of
Corresponding Budget Amendment.
Presenter: Tim Eriksen, Public Works Director/City Engineer.
Motion/Second: Scalmanini/Orozco to adopt Resolution (2020-63) approving award of contract
(COU No. 2021-149) to Wipf Construction in the amount of $178,642 for the emergency repair of the
Yosemite Drive Water Main, and approval of corresponding budget amendment. Motion carried by
the following roll call votes: AYES: Mulheren, Brown, Scalmanini, Orozco, and Crane. NOES: None.
ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None.
d. Receive Updates on City Council Committee and Ad Hoc Assignments and, if Necessary,
Consider Modifications to Assignments and/or the Creation/Elimination of Ad hoc(s).
No reports were received.
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14. CLOSED SESSION
a. Conference with Legal Counsel—Anticipated Litigation
(Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2))
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2)(Number
of potential cases: 3)
b. Conference with Legal Counsel—Anticipated Litigation
Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2)
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) (Number
of potential cases: 1)
c. Conference with Legal Counsel – Existing Litigation
(Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1))
Name of case: Vichy Springs Resort v. City of Ukiah, Et Al; Case No. SCUK-CVPT-2018-70200
d. Conference with Legal Counsel – Existing Litigation
(Cal. Gov’t Code Section 54956.9(d)(1))
Name of case: City of Ukiah v. Questex, LTD, et al, Mendocino County Superior Court, Case
No. SCUK- CVPT-15-66036
e. Conference with Labor Negotiator (54957.6)
Agency Representative: Sage Sangiacomo, City Manager
Employee Organizations: All Bargaining Units
f. Conference with Real Property Negotiators
(Cal. Gov’t Code Section 54956.8)
Property: APN Nos: 157-050-03, 157-060-02, 157-050-04, 157-050-03, 157-030-02, 157-050-
01, 157-050-02, 157-050-10, 157-050-09, 157-070-01, 157-070-02, 003-190-01
Negotiator: Sage Sangiacomo, City Manager;
Negotiating Parties: Dave Hull and Ric Piffero
Under Negotiation: Price & Terms of Payment
No Closed Session was held.
15. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 7:13 p.m.
________________________________
Kristine Lawler, City Clerk
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Agenda Item No: 7.a.
MEETING DATE/TIME: 11/18/2020
ITEM NO: 2019-82
AGENDA SUMMARY REPORT
SUBJECT: Report of Disbursements for the Month of October 2020.
DEPARTMENT: Finance PREPARED BY: Candice Rasmason, Accounts Payable
PRESENTER: Consent Calendar
ATTACHMENTS:
1. October 2020 Summary of Disbursements
2. Account Codes for Reference
3. Object codes for Reference
4. October 2020 Disbursement Detail
Summary: The Council will review and consider approval of the Report of Disbursements for the month of
October 2020.
Background: Payments made during the month of October 2020 are summarized on the Report of
Disbursements. Further detail is supplied on the Schedule of Bills, representing the five (5) individual payment
cycles within the month.
Accounts Payable Check Numbers (City & UVFA): 3040036-3040129; 3040130-3040208; 3040209-3040311;
3040312-3040391; 3040392-3040471
Accounts Payable Wire Transfers: 32
Payroll Check Numbers: 508212-508228; 508229-508248
Payroll Manual Check Numbers: N/A
Direct Deposit Numbers: 101139-101355; 101356-101584
Manual Direct Deposit Numbers: N/A
Void Check Numbers: N/A
Void Direct Deposit Numbers: 100630
Discussion: This report is submitted in accordance with Ukiah City Code Division 1, Chapter 7, Article 1.
Attachment #1: October 2020 Summary of Disbursements
Attachment #2: Account Codes for Reference
Attachment #3: Object Codes for Reference
Attachment #4: October 2020 Disbursement Detail
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Recommended Action: Approve the Report of Disbursements for the Month of October 2020.
BUDGET AMENDMENT REQUIRED: N/A
CURRENT BUDGET AMOUNT: N/A
PROPOSED BUDGET AMOUNT: N/A
FINANCING SOURCE: N/A
PREVIOUS CONTRACT/PURCHASE ORDER NO.: N/A
COORDINATED WITH: N/A
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Attachment 1
FUNDS:
100 General Fund $384,202.32 700 Sanitary Disposal Site Fund $1,362.17
105 Measure S General Fund 701 Landfill Corrective Fund
110 Special General Fund 702 Disposal Closure Reserve Fund $887.00
120 Streets Capital Improvement $195,804.20 704 Post Closure Fund - Solid Waste
200 City Adminstrative Services $69,705.45 710 Ambulance Services Fund $1,869.90
201 Worker's Comp Fund $289,043.00 720 Golf Fund $36,499.31
202 Liability Fund 730 Confernence Center Fund $3,280.78
203 Garage Fund $9,722.46 750 Visit Ukiah
204 Purchasing Fund $3,364.48 777 Airport Fund $128,805.04
205 Billing & Collections Fund $19,438.31 778 Airport Capital Improvement Fund $6,741.40
206 Public Safety Dispatch Fund $2,161.80 779 Special Aviation Fund
207 Payroll Posting Fund $577,103.50 800 Electric Fund $812,526.36
208 Building Maintenance/Corp Yard Fund $36,470.79 801 Electric Capital Reserve Fund $308,978.39
209 IT Fund $44,141.75 803 Lake Mendocino Bond Reserve
220 Equipment Reserve Fund 805 Street Lighting Fund $12,267.78
249 City Housing Bond Proceeds $0.00 806 Public Benefits Fund $7,856.98
250 Special Revenue Fund 807 Electric Capital & Trade Fund
251 Special Projects Reserve Fund 820 Water Fund $268,657.97
253 CITY PROP 172 $3,780.75 822 Water Capital Improvement Fund $406,299.49
300 Park Development Fund 830 Recycled Water Fund $8,234.30
301 Anton Stadium Fund $0.00 840 City/District Sewer Fund $1,256,329.50
302 Observatory Park Fund 841 Sewer Contruction Fund
304 Swimming Pool Fund $0.00 843 Sewer Capital Fund
305 Riverside Park Fund $0.00 900 Special Deposit Trust $19,886.31
306 Skate Park Fund $0.00 901 General Service (Accts Recv)$9,722.43
310 Museum Grants 902 U.S.W. Billing & Collection $42,676.25
311 Alex Rorbaugh Recreation Center Fund $2,318.75 903 Public Safety - AB 109 $0.00
312 Downtown Business Improvement Fund $740.53 905 Federal Emergency Shelter Grant
313 LMIHF Housing Asset Fund 905 Mendocino Emergency Service Authority
314 Winter Special Events 911 Russian River Watershed Association $57,726.35
315 Advanced Planning Fund $0.00 915 UVFD $13,348.26
500 2106 Gas Tax Fund $132,939.07 916 UVFD PROP 172 $3,780.74
501 2107 Gas Tax Fund 917 UVFD Measure B $2,315.65
503 2105 Gas Tax Fund 918 UVFD Mitigation $1,361.78
505 Signalization Fund 940 Sanitation District Special Fund
506 Bridge Fund 942 Rate Stabilization - UVSD Fund
507 1998 STIP Augmentation Fund 943 Sanitation District Capital Improvement Fund
508 SB325 Reimbursement Fund 952 REDIP Sewer Enterprise Fund
509 S.T.P. Fund $18,173.05 960 Community Redevelopment Agency
510 Trans-Traffic Congest Relief Fund 961 RDA Housing Pass-Through
511 Rail Trail Fund 962 Redevelopment Housing Fund
600 Community Development Block Grant 963 Housing Debt
601 EDBG 94-333 Revolving Loan 964 RDA Capital Pass-Through
602 Community Development Fund 965 Redevelopment Capital Improvement Fund
603 08-HOME-4688 966 Redevelopment Debt Service
604 CDBG Grant 09-STBG-6417 967 Housing Bond Proceeds
605 11-HOME-7654 Fund $0.00 968 Non-Housing Bond Proceeds
606 CDBG Grant 10-EDEF-7261 969 RDA Obligation Retirement Fund
607 Prop 84 Grant Fund 844/944 Sewer Capital Projects Fund $391,469.08
609 13-CDBG-8940
610 City RDA Projects Fund
613 Home Program Activities
630 Asset Seizure Fund $1,172.67
631 Asset Seizure Fund (Drug/Alcohol)
633 H & S Education 11489(B)(2)(A1)Retainage Withheld $74,148.42
634 Federal Asset Seizure Grants 611 CDBG 16-CDBG-11147
635 SUP Law Enforcement Service Fund
636 CBTHP Officer
637 Local Law Enforcement Block Grant
638 Asset Forfeiture 11470.2 H & S $13.10
639 Special Revenue - Police
640 Parking District Fund $1,025.96
691 Museum Fund
695 Transfer Station Fund $1,362.17
PAYROLL CHECK NUMBERS: 508212-508228
DIRECT DEPOSIT NUMBERS: 101139-101355
PAYROLL PERIOD: 9/20/20-10/3/20 TOTAL DEMAND PAYMENTS- A/P CHECKS $5,669,715.75
PAYROLL CHECK NUMBERS: 508229-508248 TOTAL DEMAND PAYMENTS-WIRES* & EFT's $832.00
DIRECT DEPOSIT NUMBERS: 101356-101584 TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS & DIRECT DEPOSITS $995,101.94
PAYROLL PERIOD: 10/4/20-10/17/20 TOTAL PAYROLL EFT's (TAXES, PERS, VENDORS)$611,901.57
PAYROLL CHECK NUMBERS: * vendor name( if applicable)
DIRECT DEPOST NUMBERS:
PAYROLL PERIOD:
VOID CHECK NUMBERS:
N/A
TOTAL PAYMENTS $7,277,551.26
N/A
WIRE TRANSFER NUMBERS:
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CERTIFICATION OF CITY CLERK
This register of Payroll and Demand Payments was duly approved by the City Council on ____________________.
City Clerk
APPROVAL OF CITY MANAGER CERTIFICATION OF DIRECTOR OF FINANCE
I have examined this Register and approve same.I have audited this Register and approve for accuracy
and available funds.
____________________________________________________________________________________________
City Manager Director of Finance
MANUAL CHECK NUMBERS:
CITY OF UKIAH
REPORT OF DISBURSEMENTS
REGISTER OF PAYROLL AND DEMAND PAYMENTS
FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 2020
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Account Code Summary Attachment 2
10000000 General Fund 20526430 Electric Department - Meter Readers
10010000 City Council 20620231 Ukiah Dispatch
10011100 City Clerk 20620232 Ft Bragg Dispatch
10011300 Elections 20700000 Payroll Posting Fund
10012100 City Manager 20822500 Building Maintenance
10012200 Administrative Support 20824300 Corporation Yard
10012400 Miscellaneous General Government 20922900 IT Fund
10013400 Finance Department 22013300 FA Replace - Finance UB
10014000 City Attorney 22020200 FA Replace - Police Operations
10015100 Treasury Management 22021210 FA Replace - Fire Administration
10016100 Human Resources 22022900 FA Replace - Information Technology
10017100 Economic Development 22024100 FA Replace - Garage
10018000 Community Outreach 22024220 FA Replace - Streets
10020217 Animal Control 22024413 FA Replace - Water Distribution Cap
10022100 Parks 22024414 FA Replace - Water Distribution O&M
10022300 Aquatics 22024421 FA Replace - City Wastewater
10022800 Recreation 25024210 Engineering Reserve
10022810 Recreation Administration 25024300 Corporation Yard Reserve
10022821 Adult Basketball 25122900 CIP - IT
10022822 Adult Softball 25123100 CIP - Planning
10022824 Co-Ed Volleyball 25124210 CIP - Engineering
10022831 Youth Basketball 25124220 CIP - Streets
10022832 Youth Softball 25124410 CIP - Water
10022840 Day Camp 25124421 CIP - City Wastewater
10022850 Classes & Clinics 25126410 CIP - Electric
10022860 Special Activities 30022200 Park Development
10023100 Community Planning 30122210 Anton Stadium
10023320 Building Inspection 30222220 Observatory Park
10024210 Engineering 30522250 Riverside Park
10024214 Traffic Signals 30622260 Skate Park
10024620 Streets 30822280 Project Planning
10024224 Storm Drains 31022700 Museum Grant
10514000 Police - City Attorney 31122000 Alex Rorabaugh Recreation Center
10520210 Patrol 31217100 Downtown Business Improvement District
10520214 Police Reserves 50524210 Engineering - Signalization Fund
10520216 COPS Grant 50624210 Capital Engineering
10520218 Police - CSO 50824210 SB325 - Engineering
10520224 Police - Major Crimes Task Force 50824220 SB325 - Streets
10521210 Fire Administration 50924210 STP - Engineering
10521312 Fire Volunteer Station 50924220 STP - Streets
20112400 Worker's Compensation Fund 51024220 Trans - Traffic Slurry Seal
20212400 Liability Fund 510X9999 Trans -Traffic Project
20324100 Garage Fund 60217441 Grant - CDBG 602
20413500 Purchasing Fund 60317442 Grant - HOME 603
20513300 Billing and Collections 60417441 Grant - CDBG 604
20514000 Billing and Collections - City Attorney 60517442 Grant - HOME 605
20524412 Water Department - Meter Readers 60517461 First Time Homebuyer Program
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Account Code Summary Attachment 2
60517462 FTHB Activity Delivery 80026130 Electric Substation
60517467 FTHB - PIR 80026140 Reimbursable Work for Others
60600000 CDBG Grant 10-EDEF-7261 Fund 80026200 Electric Metering
60617441 Grant - CDBG 606 80026300 Electric Generation
60617451 General Administration 80026312 Mendocino Hydro
60617452 AD ED Direct Financial Assistance 80026330 Hydro Electric
60617453 ED Direct Financial Assistance 80026400 Electric Administration
60717443 Grant Prop 84 80026410 Electric General Administration
60724413 Prop 84 Water Distribution Cap 80026430 Interdepartmental Charges
60900000 13-CDBG-8940 80326330 Hydro Plant
60917458 13-CDBG-8940 80526610 Street Lighting
63020210 Asset Seizure Expenditure 80626500 Public Benefit
63120210 Drug & Alcohol Education 82027110 Water
63320210 H&S Asset Seizure Expenditure 82027111 Water - Production O&M
63420250 Fed Asset Seizure Expenditure 82027113 Water - Distribution Capital
63520210 SLESF 82027114 Water - Distribution O&M
63820210 Asset Forfeiture 11470 82027115 Water - Production Capital
64020213 Parking Enforcement 82227113 Water - Distribution Capital
69122700 Museum 84027220 Wastewater
70024500 Landfill 700 84027221 Wastewater City - O&M
70224500 Landfill Closure 84027222 Wastewater City - Capital
70424500 Landfill Post closure 84027225 Wastewater Treatment - O&M
72022400 Golf 84027226 Wastewater Treatment - Capital
73022600 Conference Center 84227220 Wastewater
75017110 Visit Ukiah 84327222 Wastewater City - Capital
77725200 Airport Operations 84427221 Wastewater City Capital - O&M
77817411 FAA Grant 84427222 Wastewater City - Capital
80026100 Electric Administration 90000000 Special Deposit Trust Fund
80026110 Electric Overhead 91190100 Russian River Watershed Assoc
80026120 Electric Underground 96900000 Successor Agency
80100000 Infrastructure
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12102 INVENTORY OF SUPPLIES 52526 FRAUD INVEST. ASSESSMENT
12103 STORES PURCHASES 52527 A.D.P. PREMIUM & DEDUCTIBLE
12104 INVENTORY - PURCHASES 52528 LIABILITY INSURANCE
12105 STORES ISSUES 52529 EARTHQUAKE & FLOOD PREMIUMS
51211 PERS UNFUNDED LIABILITY 52530 POLLUTION-ENVIRON INS PREMIUM
51280 OVERTIME/CALLOUT MEALS 52531 UMEMPLOY. INS EXPENSE
51285 CALLOUT MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENTS 52532 SAFETY & TRAINING SUPPORT
52100 CONTRACTED SERVICES 52600 RENT
52107 CONTRACTED SERVICES-EIR 52841 SUCCESSOR AGENCY ADMIN
52108 CONTRACT SERVICES-GPU 54100 SUPPLIES
52110 AMBULANCE BILLING 54101 POSTAGE
52111 MAINT. CONTRCTS - DEFIBRULATOR 54102 SMALL TOOLS
52112 M. S. OVERSIGHT 54105 PHOTOGRAPHIC EXPENSE
52113 PLANNING STUDIES 54106 SPECIALTY SUPPLIES
52114 COMPLIANCE STUDIES 54120 PW - SPECIAL SUPPLIES
52120 LABOR CHARGES FROM OTHER DEPAR 54121 PW - ASPHALT CONCRETE
52130 EDUCATIONAL & MARKETING MATL'S 54122 PW - AGGREGATE BASE
52131 ASSISTANCE TO SENIORS 54123 PW - CRACK SEALANT
52132 EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE 54124 PW - CONCRETE/SUPPLIES
52133 MONTHLY DISCOUNT PROGRAM 54125 PW - TRAFFIC PAINT
52134 CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION 54126 PW-PREMARKS
52135 ENERGY CONSERVATION PROGRAM 54127 PW - SIGN POSTS/SHEETING
52136 PHOTOVOLTAIC RATES/INCENTIVE 54128 PW - COLD PATCH MATERIAL
52137 PUBLIC BENEFITS PROGRAM MGMT 54129 PW - TACK OIL
52138 NCPA PUBLIC BENEFITS PROGRAM 54130 PW - SAFETY
52139 RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT & DEMO 54131 PW - BARRICADES & CONES
52140 LITIGATION EXPENSES 54160 HR - CITY LIABILITY & CONTRACT
52145 DETACHMENT-SEWER-UVSD 54161 HR - BACKGROUND & PHYSICALS
52150 LEGAL SERVICES/EXPENSES 54162 HR - ADVERTISING
52151 AFLAC & PERS INSUR ADMIN FEES 54163 HR - INTERVIEW SUPPLIES
52170 UKIAH WASTE SOLUTIONS 54164 HR - FORMS & OTHER DIV. EXP.
52171 RESIDENTIAL BILLING CHARGE 54165 HR - NEW EMPLOYEE FINGERPRINT
52172 COMMERCIAL OVERSIGHT FEE 54166 HR - DOT TESTING PROGRAM
52180 SECURITY SERVICES 54167 HR - EMPLOYEE DEVELOPMENT
52301 PROPERTY TAX ADMIN FEE 54168 HR - REMIF SAFETY TRNG & SUPPO
52302 AMBULANCE FEES 54201 PRISONER EXPENSE
52303 REHIT SUPPORT 54202 MAJOR CRIME INVETIGATIONS
52304 LAFCO FEES AND PROP TAX EXP 54320 SOFTWARE
52500 TRUSTEE FEES 54330 COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY
52510 ADVERTISING & PROMOTION 54500 EQUIP RENTS AND LEASES
52515 ADVERTISING & PUBLICATION 54700 FINES & PENALTIES
52521 LIABILITY INSURANCE PREMIUM 55100 TELEPHONE
52522 LIABILITY INSURANCE DEDUCT 55200 PG&E
52523 BOILER/MACHINERY PREMIUMS 55210 UTILITIES
52524 PROPERTY INSURANCE 56100 VEHICLE & EQUIPMENT MAINT. & R
52525 WORKER'S COMP. EXPENSE 56110 CITY GARAGE - PARTS
Object Code Summary Attachment 3
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56121 R & M RADIO EQUIPMENT 56111 CITY GARAGE - LABOR
56122 R & M NON-AUTO EMS EQUIPMENT 56112 EQUIPMENT PARTS FOR RESALE
56123 R & M COMPUTERS 56120 EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE & REPAIR
56124 MAINT CONTRACT DEFIBULATORS 80235 SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
56130 EXTERNAL SERVICES 80236 EMERGENCY/CONTINGENCY
56210 FUEL & FLUIDS 90100 LOAN PROCEEDS
56300 BUILDING MAINT. & REPAIR 90101 LOAN PAYMENT RECEIVED
56410 EQUIPMENT RENTAL - PRIVATE 90301 LOAN REPAYMENT
56504 FACILITY MAINTENANCE & REPAIR 90410 BOND PROCEEDS
56600 AIRFIELD MAINTENANCE & REPAIR
56700 LANDFILL CLOSURE EXPENSE
57100 CONFERENCE & TRAINING
57101 CONF & TRAINING-AQUATICS
57102 CONF & TRAINING-PARKS STAFF
57200 MEETINGS
57300 MEMBERSHIPS & SUBSCRIPTIONS
58101 NCPA PLANT GENERATION
58102 NCPA POWER PURCHASES
58103 NCPA TRANSMISSION
58104 NCPA MANAGEMENT SERVICES
58105 NCPA THIRD PARTY SALES
58106 NCPA PASS THROUGH COSTS
58107 NCPA COMMITMENTS ACTIVITY
58201 WATER PURCHASES
58202 WATER TREATMENT PLANT CHEMICAL
58401 AVIATION FUEL
58410 GARAGE LUBRICANTS & PARTS
58510 REIMBRSABLE JOBS
59100 PROPERTY TAXES PAID
59101 FEES
59102 FRANCHISE FEES
59350 PURCHASE DISCOUNTS TAKEN
59400 OTHER EXPENSES
70101 LOAN PAYMENTS MADE
70102 BOND INTEREST PAYMENTS
70110 BOND ISSUANCE COSTS
70201 LOAN PRINCIPAL PAYMENTS
70202 BOND PRINCIPAL PAYMENTS
80100 MACHINERY & EQUIPMENT
80200 BUILDINGS ACQUISITION
80210 LAND ACQUISITION
80220 BUILDING IMPROVEMENTS
80230 INFRASTRUCTURE
80231 RECYCLING STUDY 50% GRANT MATC
80232 LINE REPLACEMENTS
80233 MAIN REPLACEMENTS
80234 INFLOW/INFILTRATION
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Agenda Item No: 7.b.
MEETING DATE/TIME: 11/18/2020
ITEM NO: 2020-634
AGENDA SUMMARY REPORT
SUBJECT: Consideration of Adoption of the State of California Governor's Designation of Applicant's Agent
Resolution Allowing the City Manager to Apply for Public Assistance and Recovery Funding.
DEPARTMENT: City Manager /
Admin PREPARED BY: Tami Bartolomei, Office of Emergency
Management Coordinator
PRESENTER: Consent Calendar
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Designation of Applicant's Agent Resolution For Non-State Agencies- Cal OES 130 W Signature
2. Designation of Applicant's Agent Resolution For Non-State Agencies-Cal OES 130
Summary: City Council to consider approval of the State of California Governor’s Designation of Applicant’s
Agent Resolution allowing the City Manager to apply for public assistance and recovery funding on the behalf
of the City of Ukiah.
Background: In order to request recovery funds, the City is required to submit a Request for Public
Assistance (RPA) application. As part of the RPA application package, City Council must adopt the resolution
to designate the City’s agents. The State-formatted resolution identifies the City Manager as designated agent
to apply for public assistance and recovery funding on behalf of the City for a period up to three years. On
December 6, 2017, the City Council adopted such a Resolution allowing the City to be eligible for funding from
past disasters (Attachment 1).
Discussion: During declared Federal, State and local emergencies, cities have the opportunity to submit
reimbursement or obtain assistance to fund costs associated with an emergency. Designating representative
agents through the adoption of the California OES formatted resolution allows the City to apply for possible
reimbursements.
Staff recommends City Council adopt the State of California Governor’s Designation of Applicant’s Agent
Resolution designating the City Manager as the City’s agent for purposes of obtaining federal emergency
financial assistance and authorize the City Manager to execute all federal, state, and county documents
related to emergency financial assistance forms and related documents (Attachment 2).
Recommended Action: Adopt the State of California Governor’s Designation of Applicant’s Agent Resolution
allowing the City Manager to apply for public assistance and recovery funding on the behalf of the City of
Ukiah.
BUDGET AMENDMENT REQUIRED: N/A
CURRENT BUDGET AMOUNT: N/A
PROPOSED BUDGET AMOUNT: N/A
FINANCING SOURCE: N/A
PREVIOUS CONTRACT/PURCHASE ORDER NO.: N/A
COORDINATED WITH: City Attorney
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ATTACHMENT 1
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA
GOVERNOR’S OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES
Cal OES 130
Cal OES ID No:______________________
DESIGNATION OF APPLICANT'S AGENT RESOLUTION
FOR NON-STATE AGENCIES
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE OF THE
(Governing Body)(Name of Applicant)
THAT ,OR
(Title of Authorized Agent)
,OR
(Title of Authorized Agent)
(Title of Authorized Agent)
is hereby authorized to execute for and on behalf of the , a public entity
(Name of Applicant)
established under the laws of the State of California, this application and to file it with the California Governor’s Office of Emergency
Services for the purpose of obtaining certain federal financial assistance under Public Law 93-288 as amended by the Robert T.Stafford
Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act of 1988, and/or state financial assistance under the California Disaster Assistance Act.
THAT the ________________________________________________, a public entity established under the laws of the State of California,
(Name of Applicant)
hereby authorizes its agent(s) to provide to the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services for all matters pertaining to such state disaster
assistance the assurances and agreements required.
Please check the appropriate box below:
This is a universal resolution and is effective for all open and future disasters up to three (3) years following the date of approval below.
This is a disaster specific resolution and is effective for only disaster number(s) ________________________
Passed and approved this day of , 20
(Name and Title of Governing Body Representative)
(Name and Title of Governing Body Representative)
(Name and Title of Governing Body Representative)
CERTIFICATION
I,,duly appointed and of
(Name)(Title)
,do hereby certify that the above is a true and correct copy of a
(Name of Applicant)
Resolution passed and approved by the of the
(Governing Body)(Name of Applicant)
on the da y of ,20 .
(Title)
Page 1
(Signature)
Cal OES 130 (Rev.9/13)
ATTACHMENT 2
City Council City of Ukiah
City Manager
City of Ukiah
City of Ukiah
X
Kristine lawler City Clerk
City of Ukiah
City Council City of Ukiah
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA
GOVERNOR’S OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES
Cal OES 130 -Instructions
Cal OES Form 130 Instructions
A Designation of Applicant’s Agent Resolution for Non-State Agencies is required of all Applicants to be eligible to receive funding. A new resolution must be submitted if a previously submitted Resolution is older than three (3) years from the last date of approval, is invalid or has not been submitted.
When completing the Cal OES Form 130,Applicants should fill in the blanks on page 1.The blanks are to be filled in as
follows:
Resolution Section:
Governing Body: This is the group responsible for appointing and approving the Authorized Agents.
Examples include: Board of Directors,City Council,Board of Supervisors,Board of Education, etc.
Name of Applicant:The public entity established under the laws of the State of California. Examples include: School
District, Office of Education, City, County or Non-profit agency that has applied for the grant, such as: City of San Diego,
Sacramento County, Burbank Unified School District, Napa County Office of Education, University Southern California.
Authorized Agent: These are the individuals that are authorized by the Governing Body to engage with the Federal Emergency
Management Agency and the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services regarding grants applied for by the Applicant. There are
two ways of completing this section:
1.Titles Only: If the Governing Body so chooses,the titles of the Authorized Agents would be entered here,not
their names.This allows the document to remain valid (for 3 years)if an Authorized Agent leaves the position
and is replaced by another individual in the same title.If “Titles Only”is the chosen method,this document
must be accompanied by a cover letter naming the Authorized Agents by name and title. This cover letter can
be completed by any authorized person within the agency and does not require the Governing Body’s signature.
2.Names and Titles: If the Governing Body so chooses,the names and titles of the Authorized Agents would be
listed.A new Cal OES Form 130 will be required if any of the Authorized Agents are replaced, leave the position
listed on the document or their title changes.
Governing Body Representative: These are the names and titles of the approving Board Members.
Examples include: Chairman of the Board,Director,Superintendent,etc. The names and titles cannot be one of the
designated Authorized Agents, and a minimum of two or more approving board members need to be listed.
Certification Section:
Name and Title: This is the individual that was in attendance and recorded the Resolution creation and approval.
Examples include:City Clerk,Secretary to the Board of Directors,County Clerk,etc. This person cannot be one of the
designated Authorized Agents or Approving Board Member (if a person holds two positions such as City Manager and
Secretary to the Board and the City Manager is to be listed as an Authorized Agent, then the same person holding the
Secretary position would sign the document as Secretary to the Board (not City Manager) to eliminate “Self
Certification.”
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Agenda Item No: 7.c.
MEETING DATE/TIME: 11/18/2020
ITEM NO: 2020-635
AGENDA SUMMARY REPORT
SUBJECT: Consideration of Adoption of a Resolution Terminating the Proclamation of a Local Emergency
Due to Extreme Heat Emergency.
DEPARTMENT: City Manager /
Admin PREPARED BY: Tami Bartolomei, Office of Emergency
Management Coordinator
PRESENTER: Tami Bartolomei, Office of Emergency
Management Coordinator
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Resolution Terminating Proclamation of Local Emergency
Summary: On August 12, 2020, the National Weather Service issued an Excessive Heat Watch for
Mendocino County due to above-average afternoon temperatures that were expected to develop and continue
through Saturday, August 15, 2020. August 13, 2020, the National Weather Service revised the Excessive
Heat Watch to an Excessive Heat Warning as temperatures were expected to reach as high as 105 degrees in
some areas. In addition to the Excessive Heat Warning on August 15, 2020, the National Weather Service
issued a Fire Weather Watch followed by a Red Flag Warning on August 16, 2020.
On September 27, 2020, the National Weather Service issued a Heat Advisory and Red Flag Warning along
with Critical Fire Weather Conditions through September 28,2020.
Background: On August 16, 2020, the Governor of the State of California responded to the extreme heat
conditions caused by the statewide heat wave that began on August 14, 2020, by issuing a Proclamation of
State of Emergency (“Governor’s Proclamation”) under the authority of California Government Code Section
8625.
On August 18, 2020, under the Ukiah City Code §5125, which states that when the City Council is not in
session, the City Manager, operating as Director of Emergency Services in the Emergency Operations Center,
may proclaim a local emergency, issued a Proclamation 2020-2 declaring a local heat emergency. Under
Ukiah City Code Section 5130, in a declared local emergency, City Manager has the authority to promulgate
orders and regulations to provide for the protection of life and property, when necessary to preserve the public
order and safety.
On August 19, 2020, under Government Code Section 8550, et.seq., including Section 8558(c), City Council
passed a Resolution 2020-48 ratifying the declaration of a local emergency due to the threat to the City by
conditions of disaster or extreme peril to the safety of persons and property within the City that are likely to be
beyond the control of the services, personnel, equipment, and facilities of the City.
On August 16 and 17, 2020, 38 separate fires were started by lightning strikes in the Mendocino Forest near
the Covelo and Lake Pillsbury areas. The August fire continues to grow and as of September 29, 2020, had
burned 938,044 acres and was at 43% containment.
On September 3, 2020, the Governor of the State of California signed an emergency proclamation in response
to the extreme heat conditions, possible power outages and rolling blackouts to free up more energy capacity
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and resources.
On September 7, 2020, the Oak Fire ignited in the Willits area west of highway 101, over 3,200 people were
given orders to evacuate. The fire threatened and eventually crossed Highway 101, resulting in the highway’s
closure and destroyed several structures. The fire is 100% contained, all evacuation orders, warnings and
roads closures have been lifted.
September 27, 2020, a fast-moving fire the Glass Fire quickly grew overnight to 11,000 acres causing
thousands to evacuate in our neighboring Sonoma and Napa counties.
On October 7, 2020, City Council passed a Resolution 2020-57 continuing the declaration of a local
emergency due to the extreme heat conditions and continued threat to the City.
Discussion: As of November 2, 2020, the National Weather Service weather predictions no longer forecast
threats of excess heat conditions that would threaten the City. Staff is recommending Council adopt the
Resolution (Attachment 1) ending the local extreme heat emergency.
Recommended Action: Adopt a Resolution terminating the proclamation of a local emergency related to the
extreme heat emergency.
BUDGET AMENDMENT REQUIRED: N/A
CURRENT BUDGET AMOUNT: N/A
PROPOSED BUDGET AMOUNT: N/A
FINANCING SOURCE: N/A
PREVIOUS CONTRACT/PURCHASE ORDER NO.: N/A
COORDINATED WITH: Sage Sangiacomo, City Manager and City Attorney
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ATTACHMENT 1
1
RESOLUTION NO. 2020-XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH,
TERMINATING A PROCLAMATION DECLARING THE EXISTENCE
OF A LOCAL EMERGENCY FOR THE CITY OF UKIAH
WHEREAS:
1. On August 18, 2020, pursuant to Ukiah City Code Section 5125, the City Manager, as the
Director of Emergency Management for the City of Ukiah, proclaimed the existence of a
local emergency (“Emergency Proclamation”) as a result of conditions created by the
excess heat conditions affecting the City of Ukiah; and
2. On August 19, 2020, the City Council adopted Resolution 2020-48 ratifying the Director’s
Emergency Proclamation and proclaimed and ordered that said local emergency would
continue to exist until its termination was proclaimed by the City Council; and
3. On October 7, 2020, the City Council reviewed the conditions leading to the declaration of
a local emergency and found that circumstances required the continuance of the Emergency
Proclamation due to excess heat conditions affecting the City of Ukiah; and
4.) As of November 2, 2020, the National Weather Service weather predictions no longer
forecast threats of excess heat conditions.
5.) The City Council finds that the need for continuing the local emergency has ended, and
that the Emergency Proclamation should be terminated as of November 18, 2020.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of Ukiah, State of California,
does hereby terminate the Emergency Proclamation.
PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Ukiah on the
18th day of November 2020 by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
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ATTACHMENT 1
2
ABSTAIN:
_____________________________
Douglas F. Crane, Mayor
ATTEST:
_____________________________
Kristine Lawler, City Clerk
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Agenda Item No: 7.d.
MEETING DATE/TIME: 11/18/2020
ITEM NO: 2020-640
AGENDA SUMMARY REPORT
SUBJECT: Approval of Notice of Completion for the 2020 Slurry Seal of Local Streets Project, Specification
No. 20-01, and Approval of Corresponding Budget Amendment.
DEPARTMENT: Public Works PREPARED BY: Jarod Thiele, Public Works Management Analyst
PRESENTER: Consent Calendar
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Notice of Completion-Spec 20-01
Summary: Council will consider approval of Notice of Completion for the 2020 Slurry Seal of Local Streets
Project, Specification No. 20-01, and approval of a corresponding budget amendment.
Background: On August 19, 2020, Council awarded a contract to Pavement Coating Company (PCC) in the
amount of $330,494 for the 2020 Slurry Seal of Local Streets Project, Specification No. 20-01.
On September 30, 2020, Council approved Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $77,175 for additional work
to be performed under this contract as the final bid amount came in significantly lower that the Fiscal Year
2020-2010 Capital Improvement Program Budget.
Discussion: The work for this contract was completed in substantial conformance with the Plans and
Specifications on October 30, 2020. The final contract price based on the Change Order approved and actual
quantities billed was $444,753.34. City Engineering Staff made some field decisions to thicken the slurry
section on some of the streets that had more deflection than was assumed. This will make for a much
smoother surface long term, but required more material from the contractor. These decisions are what
required the additional funds and the budget amendment in the amount of $37,083.34.
Staff is requesting approval of the Notice of Completion (Attachment 1) and a budget amendment in the
amount of $37,083.34 from Measure Y Funds. Final payment of retention will be made 35 days from the date
the Notice of Completion is filed with the County Recorder.
Recommended Action: Approve the Notice of Completion for the 2020 Slurry Seal of Local Streets Project,
Specification No. 20-01, and Approval of Corresponding Budget Amendment
BUDGET AMENDMENT REQUIRED: Yes.
CURRENT BUDGET AMOUNT: 12024200.80230.18151- $407,670
PROPOSED BUDGET AMOUNT: 12024200.80230.18151- $18,027
FINANCING SOURCE: Measure Y Fund
PREVIOUS CONTRACT/PURCHASE ORDER NO.: Contract 2021-108
COORDINATED WITH: Tim Eriksen, Director of Public Works/City Engineer
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Exempt from recording fees pursuant to Government Code Section 27383
ATTACHMENT “1”
Please return to:
CITY OF UKIAH
300 Seminary Avenue
Ukiah, California 95482-5400
(707) 463-6200
No fee pursuant to Government Code 27383
NOTICE OF COMPLETION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN:
1. That the real property described is owned by the following whose address is: City of Ukiah, a Municipal
Corporation, 300 Seminary Avenue, Ukiah, California 95482-5400.
2. That the nature of the title to the 2020 Slurry Seal of Local Streets Project, Specification No. 20-01 of all said
owners is that of fee simple.
3. That on the 31st day of October, 2020, the Contract work for this project was actually completed.
4. That the name and address of the Contractor is Pavement Coatings Company. 10240 San Sevaine Way,
Jurupa Valley, CA 91752.
5. That the real property herein referred to is described as the specific street sections in Mendocino County,
California within the Ukiah City Limits.
I hereby certify under penalty of perjury that the forgoing is true and correct:
City Council Approval CITY OF UKIAH, a Municipal Corporation
_________________ By: ____________________
Date Kristine Lawler, City Clerk Date
State of California
County of Mendocino
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Agenda Item No: 7.e.
MEETING DATE/TIME: 11/18/2020
ITEM NO: 2020-641
AGENDA SUMMARY REPORT
SUBJECT: Approval of Notice of Completion for the Gobbi Street Underground District No. 3, Specification
No. 19-03, and Approve the Final Payment of the 5% Retention to St. Francis Electric, LLC.
DEPARTMENT: Electric Utility PREPARED BY: Cindy Sauers, Electric Utility Director
PRESENTER: Consent Calendar
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Spec 19-03 - Gobbi Street Undergrounding Project
2. 2020-11-18 Notice of Completion-St. Francis Const
Summary: Council will consider approving the Notice of Completion for the Electric Utility Department's Gobbi
Street Underground District No. 3, and approve the final payment of the 5% retention to St. Francis Electric,
LLC.
Background: The Electric Utility Department has completed the Gobbi Street Underground project that
installed electric, phone and cable TV substructures from State Street to Orchard Ave, including Marshall and
the 600 block of Leslie Street. The original contract amount was $2,024,419.
Council received a report on the status of the project on June 3, 2020, outlining the additional work required to
remove two undocumented fuel storage tanks and a large redwood duct that were discovered near State
Street. Council authorized a budget amendment and an additional 10% of the new contract amount to cover
the expense of the obstructions. The revised contract amount was $2,176,255.
Discussion: The contract work was completed in conformance with the Plans and Specifications (Attachment
1) on November 2, 2020. The actual quantities and change orders, resulted in a revised total contract amount
of $2,536,707.80. Final payment of the retention will be made to the contactor after 35 days from the date the
Notice of Completion (Attachment 2) is filed with the County Recorder.
Recommended Action: Approve notice of completion for the Gobbi Street Underground District No. 3,
Specification No. 19-03, and direct the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion with the County Recorder.
BUDGET AMENDMENT REQUIRED: No
CURRENT BUDGET AMOUNT: $2,601,174.80; 80126100.80230.18045
PROPOSED BUDGET AMOUNT:
FINANCING SOURCE:
PREVIOUS CONTRACT/PURCHASE ORDER NO.: Contract 1920-111
COORDINATED WITH: Mary Horger, Financial Services Manager
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CITY OF UKIAH
MENDOCINO COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
SPECIAL PROVISIONS
FOR
GOBBI STREET UNDERGROUNDING PROJECT
STATE STREET TO ORCHARD AVENUE
SPECIFICATION NO. 19-03
CITY OF UKIAH
DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRIC UTILITY
300 SEMINARY AVENUE
Ukiah, California 95482-5400
Bids Open: _____,_______, ____________
2:00 p.m.
Office of City Clerk
Attachment 1
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CITY OF UKIAH
MENDOCINO COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
CITY COUNCIL:
MAUREEN MULHEREN – MAYOR
DOUGLAS CRANE – VICE-MAYOR
JIM BROWN – COUNCIL MEMBER
STEVE SCALMANINI – COUNCIL MEMBER
JUAN OROZCO – COUNCIL MEMBER
SAGE SANGIACOMO – CITY MANAGER
MEL GRANDI – DIRECTOR OF ELECTRIC UTILITY
MARY HORGER – PROCUREMENT MANAGER
KRISTINE LAWLER – CITY CLERK
R. ALLEN CARTER - CITY TREASURER
CITY OF UKIAH
DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRIC UTILITY
MARCH 2019
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PAGE
NOTICE TO BIDDERS
INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS ...................................................................................................................... 1
GENERAL CONDITIONS
SECTION 1. PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS AND GENERAL CONDITIONS .............................................. 2
1-01. Definitions
1-02. Examinations of Plans, Special Provisions and Site of Work
1-03. Proposal
1-04. Withdrawal of Bids
1-05. Public Opening of Bids
1-06. Bid Guaranty
1-07. Qualification of Bidders
1-08. Disqualification of Bidders
1-09. Identification of Subcontractors
1-10. General Provisions of the Standard Specifications
SECTION 2. AWARD AND EXECUTION OF CONTRACT ........................................................................... 4
2-01. Award of Contract
2-02. Return of Proposal Guaranties
2-03. Execution of Contract
SECTION 3. SCOPE AND INTENT OF CONTRACT .................................................................................... 4
3-01. Effect of Inspection and Payments
3-02. Effect of Extension of Time
3-03. Extra Work
3-04. Assignment of Contract
3-05. Subcontractors
3-06. Interpretation of Special Provisions and Drawings
3-07. Liability of City Officials
3-08. Dispute Resolution
SECTION 4. BONDS ..................................................................................................................................... 5
4-01. Faithful Performance Bond
4-02. Material and Labor Bond
4-03. Defective Material and Workmanship Bond
4-04. Notification of Surety Companies
SECTION 5. INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR CONTRACTORS ......................................................... 5
5-01. Minimum Scope of Insurance
5-02. Minimum Limits of Insurance
5-03. Deductibles and Self-Insured Retentions
5-04. Other Insurance Provisions
5-05. Acceptability of Insurers
5-06. Verification of Coverage
5-07. Subcontractors
SECTION 6. RESPONSIBILITIES AND RIGHTS OF CONTRACTOR ......................................................... 7
6-01. Legal Address of Contractor
6-02. Office of Contractor at Site
6-03. Attention to Work
6-04. Liability of Contractor
6-05. Protection of Persons and Property
6-06. Protection of City Against Patent Claims
6-07. Protection of Contractor's Work Property
6-08. Regulations and Permits
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6-09. Construction Utilities
6-10. Approval of Contractor's Plans
6-11. Suggestions to the Contractor
6-12. Termination of Unsatisfactory Subcontracts
6-13. Preservation of Stakes and Marks
6-14. Assistance to Engineer
6-15. Removal of Condemned Materials and Structures
6-16. Proof of Compliance with Contract
6-17. Errors and Omissions
6-18. Cooperation
6-19. Right of Contractor to Stop Work
6-20. Hiring and Dismissal of Employees
6-21. Wage Rates
6-22. Cleaning Up
6-23. Guaranty
SECTION 7. RESPONSIBILITIES AND RIGHTS OF CITY ........................................................................ 12
7-01. Authority of the Engineer
7-02. Inspection
7-03. Surveys
7-04. Rights-of-Way
7-05. Retention of Imperfect Work
7-06. Changes in the Work
7-07. Additional Drawings by City
7-08. Additional and Emergency Protection
7-09. Suspension of Work
7-10. Right of City to Terminate Contract
7-11. Use of Completed Portions
SECTION 8. WORKMANSHIP, MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT .............................................................. 14
8-01. General Quality
8-02. Quality in Absence of Detailed Specifications
8-03. Materials and Equipment Specified by Name
8-04. Source of Materials
8-05. Storage of Materials
8-06. Drawings, Samples and Tests
SECTION 9. PROSECUTION OF WORK ................................................................................................... 15
9-01. Equipment and Methods
9-02. Time of Completion
9-03. Avoidable Delays
9-04. Unavoidable Delays
9-05. Notice of Delays
9-06. Extension of Time
9-07. Unfavorable Weather and Other Conditions
9-08. Saturday, Sunday, Holiday and Night Work
9-09. Hours of Labor
SECTION 10. PAYMENT ............................................................................................................................. 16
10-01. Certification by Engineer
10-02. Progress Estimates and Payment
10-03. Substitution of Securities
10-04. Acceptance
10-05. Final Estimate and Payment
10-06. Delay Payments
10-07. Extra Work and Work Omitted
10-08. Compensation for Extra Work or Work Omitted
10-09. Compensation to the City for Extension of Time
10-10. Liquidated Damages for Delay
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SECTION 11. MISCELLANEOUS ............................................................................................................... 19
11-01. Notice
11-02. Computation of Time
11-03 Claims Procedure Required by Public Contract Code Section 9204
11-04. Litigation and Forum Selection
11-05. Waiver
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
SECTION 12. GENERAL INFORMATION .................................................................................................. 21
12-01. Location and Scope of Work
12-02. Arrangement of Technical Specifications
12-03. Arrangement of Plans
12-04. Business Licenses
12-05. Permits
12-06. Standard Specifications and Standard Plans
12-07. Temporary Facilities
12-08. Public Convenience and Safety
12-09. Maintaining Traffic
12-10. Stream Pollution
12-11. Warranties
12-12. Utilities
12-13. Preconstruction Conference
12-14. Safety Requirements
12-15. Notification of Underground Service Alert (USA)
SECTION 13. CONSTRUCTION DETAILS ................................................................................................. 22
13-01. General
13-02. Materials
13-03. Quantities
13-04. Payment
13-05. Primary Junction Boxes and Primary Pedestals
13-06. Streetlight Specification, Material and Installation
13-07. Bonding and Grounding
13-08. Maintaining Traffic
13-09. Dust Control and Watering
13-10. Traffic Control
13-11. Protection of Existing Facilities
13-12. Removal Methods
13-13. Vacuum Excavation
13-14. Pipe and Structure Excavation, Backfill and Compaction
13-15. Excavation Safety
13-16. Sprinklers and Landscaping
13-17. Clean-up
13-18. Aggregate Base
13-19. Asphalt Concrete
13-20. Asphalt Concrete Trench Paving
13-21. Curbs, Sidewalks and Miscellaneous Concrete
13-22. Soil and Groundwater Disposal
13-23. Traffic Stripes and Pavement Markings
13-24. Signal, Lighting and Electrical Systems
13-25. Maintaining Existing Systems
13-26. Boring and Jacking
SECTION 14. EXCLUSIONS FROM GENERAL CONDITIONS ................................................................. 27
14-01. Provisions to be Excluded from General Conditions
SECTION 15. AMENDMENTS TO GENERAL CONDITIONS .................................................................... 27
15-01. Provisions of General Conditions to be Amended
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CERTIFICATES AND DOCUMENTS
BID SUBMITTAL CHECKLIST ...................................................................................................................... 26
PROPOSAL ............................................................................................................................................ 28
BIDDING SCHEDULE ................................................................................................................................... 29
FAIR EMPLOYMENT PRACTICES CERTIFICATION .................................................................................. 31
WORKER'S COMPENSATION CERTIFICATE ............................................................................................ 32
CERTIFICATE OF NONDISCRIMINATION IN EMPLOYMENT ................................................................... 33
LIST OF PROPOSED SUBCONTRACTORS ............................................................................................... 34
STATEMENT OF EXPERIENCE OF BIDDER .............................................................................................. 35
SIGNATURE OF BIDDER ............................................................................................................................. 36
BIDDER'S BOND .......................................................................................................................................... 37
NON-COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT ..................................................................................................................... 38
AGREEMENT ............................................................................................................................................ 39
INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENT .............................................................................................................. 43
EXAMPLE BOND FORMS ............................................................................................................................ 44
DIRECTIONS FOR PREPARATION OF PERFORMANCE AND MATERIAL AND LABOR BOND ............. 48
DEFECTIVE MATERIAL AND W ORKMANSHIP (MAINTENANCE) BOND ................................................. 49
INSURANCE CERTIFICATES AND ENDORSEMENT FORMS
APPENDICES:
ATTACHMENTS - UTILITY CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS – LOCATED AT END OF DOCUMENT
311 2011 RISER GROUNDING
314 1007-2 EQUIPMENT GROUNDING
314 1008 EQUIPMENT GROUNDING
317 2425-4 TRANSFORMER BOX PAD INSTALLATION
317 2426-4 PADMOUNT SWITCH BOX PAD INSTALLATION DETAIL
317 2527 JUNCTION BOX COVER INSTALLATION DETAIL
317 2431 PEDESTAL BOX PAD INSTALLATION
317 3001 PEDESTAL SPEC
503 0101 STREETLIGHT WIRING (6 SHEETS)
504 0201-1 STREETLIGHT SPEC BOW 1
504 0201-2 STREETLIGHT SPEC BOW 2
504 0201-3 STREETLIGHT SPEC BOW 3
922 5402 TRANSFORMER BOX PAD
922 5405 PEDESTAL BOX PAD
922 5406 PADMOUNT SWITCH BOX PAD
922 5679-2 UKIAH 504LA EX RING
922 5680 UKIAH 504LA VAULT H-20 COVER
922 5701 UKIAH 48 EX RING
922 5703 UKIAH 48 H-20 COVER
922 5764 UKIAH 48
326 1503 BUMPER POST
C401 RAIL TRAIL CROSSING
AT&T BOX SPECIFICATION
AT&T UG SPECIFICATIONS (8 SHEETS).
COMCAST VAULT AND SUBSTRUCTURE SPECIFICATIONS (9 SHEETS)
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APPENDIX “A” PROJECT DRAWINGS – GOBBI STREET UNDERGROUNDING PROJECT (13 sheets)
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CITY OF UKIAH, MENDOCINO COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
NOTICE TO BIDDERS FOR GOBBI STREET UNDERGROUNDING PROJECT–SPECIFICATION NO. 19-03
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed standard proposals for GOBBI STREET UNDERGROUNDING PROJECT
will be received at the Office of the City Clerk, Ukiah Civic Center, 300 Seminary Avenue, Ukiah California until 2:00
p.m. on _______, ____, 20___, at which time, or as soon thereafter as possible, they will be publicly opened and
read. Bids shall be addressed to the City Clerk and shall be endorsed “GOBBI STREET UNDERGROUNDING
PROJECT”. Bids are required for the entire work described herein. No fax bids will be accepted.
ESTIMATE OF QUANTITIES
Item No.
Description
Quantity
Unit
1.
Excavate, trench, backfill and compaction
(12”X36” Trench) 1592
LF
2.
Excavate, trench, backfill and compaction
(18”x36” Trench) 95
LF
3.
Excavate, trench, backfill and compaction
(18”x48” Trench) 1207
LF
4.
Excavate, trench, backfill and compaction
(24”x48” Trench) 20 LF
5.
Excavate, trench, backfill and compaction
(24”x 59” Trench)
2227 LF
6.
Excavate, trench, backfill and compaction
(24”x75” to 80” Trench) 85 LF
7.
Excavate, trench, backfill and compaction
(30”x48” Trench) 64 LF
8.
Excavate, trench, backfill and compaction
(30”x59” Off-Street Trench) 32 LF
9.
Excavate, trench, backfill and compaction
(30”x60” to 89” Trench) 987 LF
10
Remove and replace asphalt concrete (12”
Trench) 1412 SF
11.
Remove and replace asphalt concrete (18”
Trench) 1962 SF
12.
Remove and replace asphalt concrete (24”
Trench) 2965 SF
13.
Remove and replace asphalt concrete (30”
Trench) 2607 SF
14.
1” PVC SCH 40 Conduit (COMCAST)
including installation 997 FT
15.
2” PVC SCH 40 Conduit (COMCAST)
including installation 10944 FT
16.
3” PVC SCH 40 Conduit (COMCAST)
including installation 35 FT
17.
2” PVC SCHE 40 Conduit (AT&T) including
installation 1084 FT
18.
4” PVC SCH 40 Conduit (AT&T) including
installation 16098 FT
19.
2” PVC SCH 40 Conduit including installation
(ELECTRIC) 808 FT
20.
3” PVC SCH 40 Conduit including installation
(ELECTRIC) 1614 FT
21.
4” PVC SCH 40 Conduit including installation
(ELECTRIC) 4198 FT
22.
6’ PVC SCH 40 Conduit including installation
(ELECTRIC) 3226 FT
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23.
Sidewalk removal and replacement for
installation of Electric, Cable & AT&T Vaults
and Boxes 675 SF
24.
Curb and Gutter Removal and Replacement
for installation of Electric, Cable & AT&T
Vaults and Boxes 15 LF
25.
Excavate, backfill, compact and install Cable
Service Vaults B48 (Comcast) 12 EA
26.
Excavate, backfill, compact and install Cable
Service Vaults N36 (Comcast) 8 EA
27.
Excavate, backfill, compact and install Cable
Service Vaults N30 (Comcast) 12 EA
28.
Excavate, backfill, compact and install
Service Vaults 24X36X30AT (AT&T) 25 EA
29.
Excavate, backfill, compact and install
Service Vaults 30X60X48AT (AT&T) 4 EA
30.
Excavate, backfill, compact and install
Service Vaults 48X78X48AT (AT&T) 6 EA
31.
Excavate, backfill, compact and install
Concrete Vault (City to Provide Vault 48) 2 EA
32. Excavate, backfill, compaction and install
Pedestel Box Pad (City to Provide) 3 EA
33. Excavate, backfill, compaction and install
Transformer Box Pad (City to Provide) 2 EA
34. Excavate, backfill, compaction and install
Padmount Switch Box Pad (City to Provide) 1 EA
35. Excavate, backfill, compaction and install
Secondary Service Box(City to Provide) 19 EA
36.
Driveway, sidewalk AC removal and
replacement behind right-a-way along Leslie
and Marshall Streets 815 SF
37.
Landscape removal and replacement-Gobbi,
Leslie, Marshall Sreets and Orchard Avenue 1 LS
38. Lane Striping 1400 FT
39. Traffic Loop Repair 2 LS
40. 1” HDPE conduit including installation 2115 FT
41.
Streetlight foundations including removal and
replacement of sidewalk and installation of
streetlight standard and luminaire (City to
Provide Standard and Luminaire) 22 EA
42.
Install streetlight junction boxes and make
electric connections. (City to Provide) 23 EA
43. #8 AWG THWN including installation 6750 FT
44. #12 AWG THWN including installation 5000 FT
45. Bore and Jack 12” Steel Casing (Electric) 14 FT
46.
Bore and Jack 16” Steel Casing (AT&T and
CATV) 14 FT
Plans and Special Provisions may be inspected and/or copies obtained from the City’s website at
www.cityofukiah.com/purchasing. No bid will be considered unless it is made on the forms furnished by the City
and is made in accordance with the details of the Special Provisions. Each bidder must be licensed as required by
law. Further information regarding the work or these specifications can be obtained by calling Mary Horger,
Procurement Manager at (707) 463-6233 or by email at mhorger@cityofukiah.com.
The City Council reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to determine which proposal is, in its opinion, the
lowest responsive bid by a responsible bidder and which it deems in the best interest of the City to accept. The City
Council also reserves the right, but not the obligation, to waive any irregularity or failure to strictly comply with the
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bidding requirements, that the City determines in the reasonable exercise of its discretion does not provide the
bidder with a competitive advantage over other bidders.
No contractor or subcontractor may be listed on a bid proposal for a public works unless registered with the
Department of Industrial Relations (“DIR”) pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5 except as allowed. under Labor
Code section 1771.1(aThe prime contractor shall be responsible for posting job site notices as prescribed by
regulation. This project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the DIR.
Pursuant to provisions of Section 1770, including amendments thereof, of the Labor Code of the State of California,
the DIR Director has ascertained the general prevailing rate of wages for straight time, overtime, Saturdays,
Sundays and Holidays including employer payment for health and welfare, vacation, pension and similar purposes
for the City of Ukiah. Copies of his General Prevailing Wage Determination are available on the Internet at web
address: http://www.dir.ca.gov/DLSR/PWD/ The prime contractor for the work herein shall possess a current, valid
State of California, Class A Contractor's License. Pursuant to California Public Contract Code §22300, this contract
includes provisions that allow substitutions of certain types of securities in lieu of the City withholding a portion of
the partial payments due the Contractor to insure performance under this contract.
By order of the City Council, City of Ukiah, County of Mendocino, State of California.
Dated:________________________ ________________________________________
Kristine Lawler, City Clerk, City of Ukiah, California
PUBLISH TWO TIMES:
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GOBBI STREET UNDERGROUNDING PROJECT 11 Spec. No. 19-03
INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS
GOBBI STREET UNDERGROUNDING PROJECT shall be performed in accordance with the Plans and Special
Provisions therefor adopted, to which special reference is hereby made.
Each bidder must supply all the information required by the bid documents and Special Provisions.
Minority business enterprises will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not
be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color or national origin in consideration for an award of any
contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement. Women will be afforded equal opportunity in all areas of
employment. However, the employment of women shall not diminish the standards or requirements for the
employment of minorities.
All proposals or bids shall be accompanied by a cashier's check or certified check payable to the order of the City of
Ukiah amounting to 10 percent of the bid, or by a bond in said amount and signed by the bidder and a corporate
surety, payable to said City. Said check shall be forfeited, or said bond shall become payable to said City in case
the bidder depositing the same does not, within fifteen (15) days after written notice that the contract has been
awarded to him: (a) enter into a contract with the City and (b) furnish certificates of insurance and endorsements, a
bond of faithful performance and a payment bond as described in the Special Provisions.
No bidder shall withdraw his or her bid for a period of thirty (30) calendar days after the date set by the City for the
opening thereof.
The Contractor and any subcontractors shall each possess a valid City of Ukiah Business License prior to the start
of any work.
The Contractor shall furnish a project schedule to the Engineer prior to the start of any work and start work as
scheduled.
The work is to be completed within one-hundred (100) calendar days. The Contractor will pay to the City the sum of
five hundred ($500.00) dollars per day for each and every calendar day's delay beyond the time prescribed.
The staff shall notify a bidder by telephone, email or fax, if it intends to recommend the rejection of the bidder’s
bid. Any bid protest must be filed with the City Clerk not more than five calendar days following the bid opening,
or 2 calendar days following notice that staff is recommending the rejection of a bid. If any such timely written
protest is filed, all bidders shall be provided a copy of the protest within 2 calendar days of its receipt, which
may be delivered to the bidders as an email attachment or by fax. All such bidders may file with the City
Manager a written objection or other response to the protest.
All objections or responses filed not more than 5 days after receipt of the written protest will be presented to the
City Council at its next regular meeting occurring not less than 12 calendar days following the bid opening. The City
Council will resolve the bid protest at that meeting based on the written protest, any staff recommendation and all
timely written objections and responses. In accordance with the Brown Act, any person may address the City
Council on this item during the meeting. The City Council action on the protest shall represent a final decision by
the City on the protest.
Examination of Site, Drawings, Etc.
Each bidder shall visit the site of the proposed work and fully acquaint himself with local conditions, construction
and labor required so that he or she may fully understand the facilities, difficulties and restrictions a ttending the
execution of the work under the Contract. Bidders shall thoroughly examine and be familiar with the Plans and
Special Provisions. The failure of any bidder to receive or examine any form, instrument, addendum, or other
document, or to visit the site and acquaint himself with conditions there existing, shall in no way relieve the bidder
from any obligation with respect to his or her proposal or to the contract. The drawings for the work show conditions
as they are supposed or believed by the Engineer to exist; but, it is neither intended nor shall it be inferred that the
conditions as shown thereon constitute a representation by the Engineer, the City or its officers that such conditions
are actually existent, nor shall the City, the Engineer or any of their officers or representatives be liable for any loss
sustained by the Contractor as a result of a variance between the conditions shown on the drawings and the
conditions actually revealed during the progress of the work or otherwise.
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The bidder's attention is directed to the possible existence of obstructions and public improvements within the limits
of the work or adjacent thereto, which may or may not be shown on the Drawings. Any bid shall take into
consideration that conditions may exist underground or otherwise that are not known to the City or easily detected
during a site inspection that could impact the time or cost of completing the project. The City expects the bids to
anticipate such conditions so that it can know for budgeting and other purposes the total cost to complete the
project before accepting a bid and undertaking the legal obligation to construct the project. In awarding the contract
the City relies on the contractor’s representation that its bid anticipates differing site conditions and the additional
time or cost that such conditions may necessitate.
The bidder shall investigate to his or her satisfaction the conditions to be encountered, the character, quality and
quantities of work to be performed and materials to be furnished and the requirements of the Plans, Special
Provisions, Standard Specifications, Standard Plans, and Contract Documents. The submission of a proposal shall
be considered conclusive evidence that the bidder has made such examination and has accepted the project
workplace as a safe workplace to perform the work of the Contract.
Bidder Inquiries and Questions
Inquiries and questions must be submitted in writing via fax or email to the following designated contact person:
Mary Horger, Procurement Manager
Fax: (707) 313-3621
Email: mhorger@cityofukiah.com
The City reserves the right to not respond to inquiries or questions submitted within 3 business days of the bid
opening.
Location of the Work
All of the work to be performed will be on East Gobbi, Marshall and Leslie Streets between State Street and
Orchard Avenue Street, located in, Ukiah, California.
All work is anticipated to be performed during regular work hours.
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GENERAL CONDITIONS
SECTION 1. PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS AND GENERAL CONDITIONS
1-01. Definitions. Whenever any word or expression defined in this section, or pronoun used in its stead, occurs
in these contract documents, it shall have and is mutually understood to have the meaning given:
a. "City of Ukiah" or "City" shall mean the City of Ukiah, Mendocino County, California, acting through
its City Council or any other board, body, official or officials to which or to whom the power
belonging to the Council shall by virtue of any act or acts, hereafter pass or be held to appertain.
b. "Engineer" shall mean the Engineer duly and officially appointed by the City to supervise and direct
the work of construction under this contract, acting personally or through agents or assistants duly
authorized by him, such agents or assistants acting within the scope of the particular duties
entrusted to them.
c. "Inspector" shall mean the engineering or technical inspector or inspectors duly authorized or
appointed by the Engineer, limited to the particular duties entrusted to him or her or them.
d. "Contractor" shall mean the party entering into contract with the City of Ukiah for the performance
of work covered by this contract and his or her authorized agents or legal representatives.
e. "Date of signing of contract" or words equivalent thereto, shall mean the date upon which this
contract, with the signature of the Contractor affixed, together with the prescribed bonds, shall be
or shall have been delivered to the City or its duly authorized representatives.
f. "Day" or "days", unless herein otherwise expressly defined, shall mean a calendar day or days of
twenty-four hours each.
g. "The work" shall mean and include all the work specified, indicated, shown or contemplated in the
contract to construct the improvement, including all alterations, amendments or extensions thereto
made by contract change order or other written orders of the Engineer.
h. "Contract drawings", "drawings", "plans" shall mean and include 1) all drawings or plans which
may have been prepared by or on behalf of the City, as a basis for proposals, when duly signed
and made a part of this contract by incorporation or reference, 2) all drawings submitted in
pursuance of the terms of this contract by the successful bidder with his or her proposal and by the
Contractor to the City if and when approved by the Engineer and 3) all drawings submitted by the
Engineer to the Contractor during the progress of the work as provided for herein.
i. Where "as shown", "as indicated", "as detailed" or words of similar import are used, it shall be
understood that reference to the drawings accompanying these Special Provisions is made unless
stated otherwise.
Where "as directed", "as permitted", "approved" or words of similar import are used, it shall be
understood that the direction, requirements, permission, approval or acceptance of the Engineer is
intended unless stated otherwise.
As used herein, "provide" or "install" shall be understood to mean "provide or install complete in
place", that is, "furnish and install". "Shall" is mandatory; "may" is permissive.
1-02. Examination of Plans, Special Provisions and Site of Work. The bidder shall examine carefully the
Proposal, Plans, Special Provisions, Contract forms and the site of the work contemplated therefor. It will be
assumed that the bidder has investigated to his or her satisfaction the conditions to be encountered and the
character, quality and requirements of all Plans, Special Provisions, Standard Specifications, and Standard Plans
involved.
1-03. Proposal. Bids shall be made on the blank form s prepared by the City. All bids shall give the prices bid, both
in writing and in figures and shall be signed by the bidder or his or her authorized representative, with his or her
address. If the bid is made by an individual or partner, his or her name and the post office address of his or her
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business or partnership, along with his or her signature or the signature of one or more partners must be shown; if
made by a corporation, the bid shall show the name of the state under the laws of which the corporation is
chartered, the name of the corporation and the title of the person who signs on behalf of the corporation.
Each proposal shall be enclosed in a sealed envelope, endorsed as specified in the notice to bidders. Bidders are
warned against making erasures or alterations of any kind and proposals which contain omissions, erasures,
conditions, alterations, additions not called for, additional proposals or irregularities of any kind may be rejected.
1-04. Withdrawal of Bids. Any bid may be withdrawn at any time prior to the hour fixed in the notice to bidders for
the openings of bids, provided that a request in writing, executed by the bidder or his or her duly authorized
representative, for the withdrawal of such bid is filed with the City. The withdrawal of a bid will not prejudice the right
of a bidder to file a new bid.
1-05. Public Opening of Bids. Bids will be opened and read publicly at the time and place indicated in the notice
to bidders. Bidders or their agents are invited to be present.
1-06. Bid Guaranty. Each bid must be accompanied by a certified check, cashier's check or bidder's bond
executed by an admitted surety insurer, payable to the order of the City of Ukiah in an amount not less than 10
percent of the bid as a guarantee that the bidder will enter into a contract, if awarded the work.
1-07. Qualification of Bidders. No contractor or subcontractor may be listed on a bid proposal for a public works
project (submitted on or after March 1, 2015) unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant
to Labor Code section 1725.5 [with limited exceptions from this requirement for bid purposes only under Labor
Code section 1771.1(a)]. No contractor or subcontractor may be awarded a contract for public work on a public
works project (awarded on or after April 1, 2015) unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations
pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5. The prime contractor shall be responsible for posting job site notices as
prescribed by regulation. This project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of
Industrial Relations.
Each bidder shall be licensed under the provisions of Chapter 9, Division 3 of the Business and Professions Code
and shall be skilled and regularly engaged in the general class or type of work called for under this contract. A
statement setting forth this experience and business standing shall be submitted by each bidder on the form
provided herewith. It is the intention of the City to award a contract only to a bidder who furnishes satisfactory
evidence that he or she has the requisite experience and ability and that he or she has sufficient capital, facilities
and equipment to enable him or her to prosecute the work successfully and promptly within the time and in the
manner agreed.
In determining the degree of responsibility to be credited to a bidder, the City may weigh evidence that the bidder or
his or her personnel charged with the responsibility in the work, has performed satisfactorily other contracts of like
nature and magnitude or comparable difficulty at similar rates of progress.
1-08. Disqualification of Bidders. More than one bid from an individual business, partnership, corporation or
association, under the same or different names, will not be considered. Reasonable grounds for believing that any
bidder is financially interested in more than one bid for the work will cause the rejection of all bids in which he or
she is so interested. If there is reason to believe that collusion exists among the bidders, none of the participants in
such collusion will be considered. Bids in which the prices obviously are unbalanced may be rejected.
1-09. Identification of Subcontractors. All bids shall comply with the Subletting and Subcontracting Fair
Practices Act (Public Contract Code Section 4100 and following) and shall set forth:
(a) The name and the location of the place of business of each subcontractor who will perform wor k or
labor, or render service to the prime contractor in or about the construction of the work, or to a
subcontractor licensed by the State of California who, under subcontract to the prime contractor, specially
fabricates and installs a portion of the work according to detailed drawings contained in the plans and
Special Provisions, in an amount in excess of one-half of 1 percent of the prime contractor's total bid.
(b) The portion of the work which will be done by each such subcontractor. The prime contractor shall list
only one subcontractor for each such portion defined by the prime contractor in his or her bid.
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1-10. General Provisions of the Standard Specifications. All provisions of the General Provisions, Sections 1
through 11, of the Standard Specifications, shall be applicable to the contract except as modified by these Special
Provisions. The Standard Specifications are set forth in Section 12-06 of these Special Provisions.
SECTION 2. AWARD AND EXECUTION OF CONTRACT
2-01. Award of Contract. Award of the contract, if it be awarded, will be to the lowest responsible bidder whose
bid complies with all the specified requirements. The award, if made, will be made within thirty (30) days after
opening of the bids. The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any irregularity in the
proposal not pertaining to cost.
2-02. Return of Proposal Guaranties. All bid guaranties will be held until the contract has been fully executed,
after which they will be returned upon request to the respective bidders whose bids they accompany.
2-03. Execution of Contract. The contract agreement shall be executed in duplicate by the successful bidder and
returned, together with the contract bonds, insurance certificates and endorsements, within fifteen (15) days after
written notice of the award of the contract. After execution by the City; one copy shall be filed with the City and one
copy shall be returned to the Contractor. If the bidder fails or refuses to enter into the contract agreement within the
required time, then the bid guaranty accompanying the bid shall be forfeited to the City.
SECTION 3. SCOPE AND INTENT OF CONTRACT
3-01. Effect of Inspection and Payments. Neither the inspection by the Engineer or an inspector, nor any order,
measurement or approved modification, nor certificate or payment of money, nor acceptance of any part or whole
of the work, nor any extension of time, nor any possession by the City or its agents, shall operate as a waiver of any
provision of this contract or of any power reserved therein to the City, or of any right to damages thereunder; nor
shall any breach of this contract be held to be a waiver of any subsequent breach. All remedies shall be construed
as cumulative.
3-02. Effect of Extension of Time. The granting of any extension of time on account of delays which, in the
judgement of the City, are avoidable delays shall in no way operate as a waiver on the part of the City of its rights
under this contract.
3-03. Extra Work. If extra work orders are given in accordance with provisions of this contract, such work shall be
considered a part hereof and shall be subject to each and all of its terms and requirements.
3-04. Assignment of Contract. The contract may be assigned or sublet in whole or in part only upon the written
consent of the City acting through its authorized agents. Consent will not be given to any proposed assignment
which would relieve the original contractor or its surety of their responsibilities under the contract nor will the
Engineer consent to any assignment of a part of the work under the contract.
3-05. Subcontractors. The Contractor shall be as fully responsible for the acts and omissions of his or her
subcontractors and of persons either directly or indirectly employed by them, as he or she is for the acts and
omissions of persons directly employed by him.
The Contractor shall cause appropriate provisions to be inserted in all subcontracts relative to the work to bind
subcontractors to the terms of this Contract which are applicable to the work of subcontractors.
Nothing contained in this contract shall be construed to create or shall be relied upon to create any contractual
relationship between any subcontractor and the City and no action may be brought by any subcontractor against the
City based on this contract.
3-06. Interpretation of Special Provisions and Drawings. The Special Provisions and the Contract Drawings
are intended to be explanatory of each other. Any work indicated in the Contract Drawings and not in the Special
Provisions, or vice versa, is to be executed as if indicated in both. In case of a discrepancy or conflict between the
Technical Specifications and Contract Plans, the Technical Specifications shall govern. All work shown on the
Contract Drawings, the dimensions of which are not figured, shall be accurately followed to the scale to which the
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drawings are made, but figured dimensions are in all cases to be followed, where given, though they differ from
scaled measurements. Large scale drawings shall be followed in preference to small scale drawings. Should it
appear that the work to be done, or any of the matters relative thereto, are not sufficiently detailed or explained in
these contract documents, including the contract drawings, the Contractor shall apply to the Engineer for such
further explanations as may be necessary and shall conform thereto as part of this contract, so far as may be
consistent with the terms of this contract. In the event of any doubt or questions arising respecting the true meaning
of the Special Provisions, reference shall be made to the Engineer and his or her decision thereon shall be final. If
the Contractor believes that a clarification or interpretation justifies an increase in the contract price or cont ract
time, the Contractor must comply with the written notice provisions of Sections 9 -05 and 10-07 of these Special
Provisions. Contractor’s attention is directed to Section 12-06 of the Technical Specifications regarding the
Standard Specifications and Standard Plans.
3-07. Liability of City Officials. No city official, nor the Engineer, nor any authorized assistant of any of them,
shall be personally responsible for any liability arising under this contract.
3-08. Dispute Resolution. Claims of $375,000 or less by the Contractor that arise under this Contract are subject
to the mandatory dispute resolutions provisions in Public Contract Code Sections 20104-20104.6.
SECTION 4. BONDS
4-01. Faithful Performance Bond. As a part of the execution of this contract, the Contractor shall furnish a bond
of a surety company or other securities providing equivalent protection such as cash, letter of credit, or certificates
of deposit, acceptable to the City, conditioned upon the faithful performance of all covenants and stipulations under
this contract. The amount of the bond shall be 100 percent of the total contract price, as this sum is set forth in the
agreement.
4-02. Material and Labor Bond. As a part of the execution of this contract, the Contractor shall furnish a bond of
a surety company or other securities providing equivalent protection such as cash, letter of credit or certificates of
deposit acceptable to the City in a sum not less than 50 percent of the total contract price, as this sum is set forth in
the agreement for the payment in full of all persons, companies or corporations who perform labor upon or furnish
materials to be used in the work under this contract, in accordance with the provisions of Sections 3247 through
3252 inclusive of the Civil Code of the State of California and any acts amendatory thereof.
4-03. Defective Material and Workmanship Bond. As a condition precedent to the completion of this contract,
the Contractor shall furnish a bond of a surety company acceptable to the City in an amount not less than 5 percent
(5%) of the final contract price, to hold good for a period of one (1) year after the completion and acceptance of the
work, to protect the City against the results of defective materials, workmanship and equipment during that time.
This bond shall be delivered to the City before the final payment under this contract will be made.
4-04. Notification of Surety Companies. The surety companies shall familiarize themselves with all of the
conditions and provisions of this contract and they waive the right of special notification of any change or
modification of this contract or of extension of time, or decreased or increased work, or of the cancellation of the
contract, or of any other act or acts by the City or its authorized agents, under the terms of this contract; and failure
to so notify the aforesaid surety companies of changes shall in no way relieve the surety companies of their
obligation under this contract.
SECTION 5. INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR CONTRACTORS
(WITH CONSTRUCTION RISKS)
Contractor shall procure and maintain for the duration of the contract insurance against claims for injuries to
persons or damages to property which may arise from or in connection with the performance of the work hereunder
by the Contractor, his or her agents, representatives, employees or subcontractors.
5-01. Minimum Scope of Insurance
Coverage shall be at least as broad as:
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1. Insurance Services Office Commercial Liability Coverage (occurrence form CG 0001).
2. Insurance Services Office form number CA 0001 (Ed. 1/87) covering Automobile Liability, code 1 (any
auto).
3. Worker's Compensation insurance as required by the State of California and Employer's Liability
Insurance.
4. Course of Construction insurance covering for “all risks” of loss.
5-02. Minimum Limits of Insurance
Contractor shall maintain limits no less than:
1. General Liability: $2,000,000 per occurrence for bodily injury, personal injury and property damage
including operations, products and completed operations. If Commercial General
Liability Insurance or other form with a general aggregate limit is used, either the
general aggregate limit shall apply separately to this project/location or the
general aggregate limit shall be twice the required occurrence limit.
2. Automobile Liability: $2,000,000 per accident for bodily injury and property damage.
3. Employer's Liability: $1,000,000 per accident for bodily injury and property damage.
4. Course of Construction: Completed value of the project with no co-insurance penalty provisions.
5-03. Deductibles and Self-insured Retentions. Any deductibles or self-insured retentions must be declared to
and approved by the City. At the option of the City, either: the insurer shall reduce or eliminate such deductibles or
self-insured retentions as respects the City, its officers, officials, employees and volunteers; or the Contractor shall
provide a financial guarantee satisfactory to the City guaranteeing payment of losses and related investigations,
claim administration and defense expenses.
5-04. Other Insurance Provisions
The general liability and automobile liability policies are to contain, or be endorsed to contain, the following
provisions:
1. The City, its officers, officials, employees and volunteers are to be covered as Additional Insured with
respect to liability arising out of automobiles owned, leased, hired or borrowed by or on behalf of the
contractor; and with respect to liability arising out of work or operations performed by or on behalf of the
Contractor including materials, parts or equipment furnished in connection with such work or operations.
General liability coverage can be provided in the form of an endorsement to the Contractor's insurance, or
as a separate owner's policy.
2. The workers’ compensation policy is to be endorsed with a waiver of subrogation. The insurance
company, in its endorsement, agrees to waive all rights of subrogation against the City, its officers, officials,
employees and volunteers for losses paid under the terms of this policy which arises from the work
performed by the named insured for the City.
3. For any claims related to this project, the Contractor's insurance coverage shall be primary insurance as
respects the City, its officers, officials, employees or volunteers. Any insurance or self-insurance
maintained by the City, its officers, officials, employees or volunteers shall be excess of the Contractor's
insurance and shall not contribute with it.
4. Each insurance policy required by this clause shall be endorsed to state that coverage shall not be
canceled by either party, except after thirty (30) days' prior written notice by certified mail, return receipt
requested, has been given to the City.
5. Coverage shall not extend to any indemnity coverage for the active negligence of the additional insured in
any case where an agreement to indemnify the additional insured would be invalid under Subdivision (b) of
Section 2782 of Civil Code.
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6. Course of Construction policies shall contain the following provisions:
a.) The City shall be named as loss payee.
b.) The insurer shall waive all rights of subrogation against the City.
5-05. Acceptability of Insurers
Insurance is to be placed with insurers with a current A.M. Best's rating of no less than the following:
A++ VII A- VIII
A+ VII B++ X
A VII B+ X
5-06. Verification of Coverage. Contractor shall furnish the City with original certificates and amendatory
endorsements effecting coverage required by this clause. The endorsements shall be on forms provided by the City
or on other than the City's forms, provided those endorsements or policies conform to the requirements. All
certificates and endorsements are to be received within 15 days from written notice of contract award, and the work
shall not commence until the certificates and endorsements have been approved by the City. The City reserves the
right to require complete certified copies of all required insurance policies, including endorsements affecting the
coverage required by these Special Provisions at any time.
5-07. Subcontractors. Contractor shall include all subcontractors as insureds under its policies or shall furnish
separate certificates and endorsements for each subcontractor. All coverages for subcontractors shall be subject to
all of the requirements stated herein.
SECTION 6. RESPONSIBILITIES AND RIGHTS OF CONTRACTOR
6-01. Legal Address of Contractor. Both the address given in the proposal and the Contractor's office in the
vicinity of the work are hereby designated as places to either of which drawings, samples, notices, letters or other
articles or communications to the Contractor may be mailed or delivered. The delivery at either of these places of
any such thing from the City or its agents to the Contractor shall be deemed sufficient service thereof upon the
Contractor and the date of such service shall be the date of such delivery. The address named in the proposal may
be changed at any time by notice in writing from the Contractor to the City. Nothing herein conta ined shall be
deemed to preclude or render inoperative the service of any drawing, sample, notice, letter or other article or
communication to or upon the Contractor personally.
6-02. Office of Contractor at Site. During the performance of this contract, the Contractor shall maintain a
suitable office at the site of the work which shall be the headquarters of a representative authorized to receive
drawings and any such thing given to the said representatives or delivered at the Contractor's office at the site of
work in his or her absence shall be deemed to have been given to the Contractor.
6-03. Attention to Work. The Contractor shall give his or her personal attention to and shall supervise the work to
the end that it shall be prosecuted faithfully and when he or she is not personally present on the work, he or she
shall at all reasonable times be represented by a competent superintendent or foreman who shall receive and obey
all instructions or orders given under this contract and who shall have fu ll authority to execute the same and to
supply materials, tools and labor without delay and who shall be the legal representative of the Contractor. The
Contractor shall be liable for the faithful observance of any instructions delivered to him or her or t o his or her
authorized representative.
6-04. Liability of Contractor. The Contractor shall do all of the work and furnish all labor, materials, tools and
appliances, except as otherwise herein expressly stipulated, necessary or proper for performing and completing the
work herein required in the manner and within the time herein specified. The mention of any specific duty or liability
imposed upon the Contractor shall not be construed as a limitation or restriction of any general liability or duty
imposed upon the Contractor by this contract, said reference to any specific duty or liability being made herein
merely for the purpose of explanation.
The right of general supervision by the City shall not make the Contractor an agent of the City and the liability of the
Contractor for all damages to persons or to public or private property, arising from the Contractor's execution of the
work, shall not be lessened because of such general supervision.
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Until the completion and final acceptance by the City of all the work under and implied by this contract, the work
shall be under the Contractor's responsible care and charge. The Contractor shall rebuild, repair, restore and make
good all injuries, damages, re-erections and repairs, occasioned or rendered necessary by causes of any nature
whatsoever, excepting only acts of God and none other, to all or any portions of the work, except as otherwise
stipulated.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Contractor shall indemnify and hold harmless the City and its of ficers,
directors, agents and employees from and against all claims, damages, losses and expenses including but not
limited to attorneys' fees, costs of suit, expert witness fees and expenses and fees and costs of any necessary
private investigators arising out of or resulting from the performance of the work, provided that any such claim,
damage, loss or expense (1) is attributable to bodily injury, sickness, disease or death, or to injury to or destruction
of tangible property, other than the work itself, including the loss of use resulting therefrom and (2) is caused in
whole or in part by any act or omission of the Contractor, any subcontractor, or anyone directly or indirectly
employed by any of them, or anyone for whose acts any of them may be liable, regardless of whether or not it is
caused in part by a party indemnified hereunder, or by the negligence or omission of a party indemnified herein.
In any and all claims against the City or any of its agents or employees by any employee of the Contractor, any
subcontractor, anyone directly or indirectly employed by any of them, or anyone for whose acts any of them may be
liable, the indemnification obligation shall not be limited in any way by any limitation on the amount or type of
damages, compensation or benefits payable by or for the Contractor or any subcontractor under workers' or
workmen's compensation acts, disability benefit acts, or other employee benefit acts. The obligation to indemnify
shall extend to and include acts of the indemnified party which may be negligent or omissions which may cause
negligence.
The City shall have the right to estimate the amount of such damage and to cause the City to pay the same and the
amount so paid for such damage shall be deducted from the money due the Contractor under this contract; or the
whole or so much of the money due or to become due the Contractor under this contract as may be considered
necessary by the City, shall be retained by the City until such suits or claims for damages shall have been settled or
otherwise disposed of and satisfactory evidence to that effect furnished to the City.
6-05. Protection of Persons and Property. The Contractor shall furnish such watchman, guards, fences,
warning signs, walks and lights as shall be necessary and shall take all other necessary precautions to prevent
damage or injury to persons or property.
All property line fences and improvements in the vicinity of the work shall be protected by the Contractor and, if they
are injured or destroyed, they and any other property injured by the Contractor, his or her employees or agents,
shall be restored to a condition as good as when he or she entered upon the work.
6-06. Protection of City Against Patent Claims. All fees, royalties or claims for any patented invention, article or
method that may be used upon or in any manner connected with the work under this contract shall be included in
the price bid for the work and the Contractor and his or her sureties shall protect and hold the City, together with all
of its officers, agents, servants and employees, harmless against any and all demands made for such fees or
claims brought or made on account of this contract. The Contractor shall, if requested by the Engineer, furnish
acceptable proof of a proper release from all such fees or classes.
Should the Contractor, his or her agents, servants or employees, or any of them be enjoined from furnishing or
using any invention, article, material or appliance supplied or required to be supplied or used under this contract,
the Contractor shall promptly substitute other articles, materials or appliance, in lieu thereof, of equal efficiency,
quality, finish, suitability and market value and satisfactory in all respects to the Engineer. Or, in the event that the
Engineer elects, in lieu of such substitution, to have supplied and to retain and use, any such invention, article,
material or appliance, as may by this contract be required to be supplied, in that event the Contractor shall pay such
royalties and secure such valid licenses as may be requisite and necessary for the City, its officers, agents,
servants and employees, or any of them, to use such invention, article, material or appliance without being
disturbed or in any way interfered with by any proceeding in law or equity on account thereof. Should the Contractor
neglect or refuse to make the substitution promptly, or to pay such royalties and secure such licenses as may be
necessary, then in that event the Engineer shall have the right to make such substitution, or the City may pay such
royalties and secure such licenses and charge the cost thereof against any money due to the Contractor from the
City or recover the amount thereof from him or her and his or her sureties notwithstanding final payment under this
contract may have been made.
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6-07. Protection of Contractor's Work Property. The Contractor shall protect his or her work, supplies and
materials from damage due to the nature of the work, the action of the elements, trespassers, or any cause
whatsoever under his or her control, until the completion and acceptance of the work. Neither the City nor any of its
agents assumes any responsibility for collecting indemnity from any person or persons causing damage to the work
of the Contractor.
6-08. Regulations and Permits. The Contractor shall secure and pay for all permits, give all notices and comply
with all laws, ordinances, rules and regulations bearing on the conduct of the work as drawn and specified. If the
Contractor observes that the Plans and Special Provisions are at variance therewith, he or she shall promptly notify
the Engineer in writing and any necessary changes shall be adjusted as provided in the contract for changes in the
work. The contractor and any subcontractors shall each secure and maintain a valid City of Ukiah Business
License. The City of Ukiah will issue a no fee encroachment permit to the Contractor allowing him or her to perform
work within City right of way or within City property after the Contract Documents have been executed and
insurance certificates and endorsements have been approved by the City.
6-09. Construction Utilities. The Contractor shall be responsible for providing for and in behalf of his or her work
under this contract, all necessary utilities, such as special connection to water supply, telephones, power lines,
fences, roads, watchmen, suitable storage places, etc.
6-10. Approval of Contractor's Plans. The approval by the Engineer of any drawing or any method of work
proposed by the Contractor in accordance with paragraph 8-06 shall not relieve the Contractor of any of his or her
responsibility for his or her errors therein and shall not be regarded as any assumption of risk or liability by the City
or any officer or employee thereof and the Contractor shall have no claim under this contract on account of the
failure or partial failure or inefficiency of any plan or method so approved. Such approval shall be considered to
mean merely that the Engineer has no objection to the Contractor's using, upon his or her own full responsibility the
plan or method approved.
6-11. Suggestions to the Contractor. Any plan or method of work suggested by the Engineer to the Contractor,
but not specified or required, if adopted or followed by the Contractor in whole or in part, shall be used at the risk
and responsibility of the Contractor; and the Engineer and the City shall assume no responsibility thereof.
6-12. Termination of Unsatisfactory Subcontracts. Should any subcontractor fail to perform in a satisfactory
manner the work undertaken by him, such subcontract shall be terminated immediately by the Contractor upon
notice from the Engineer.
6-13. Preservation of Stakes and Marks. The Contractor shall preserve carefully bench marks, reference points
and stakes and in case of destruction he or she shall replace his or her stakes, reference points and bench marks
and shall be responsible for any mistakes that may be caused by their unnecessary loss or disturbance.
Contractor’s attention is directed to Section 7-03 of these Special Provisions.
6-14. Assistance to Engineer. At the request of the Engineer the Contractor shall provide men from his or her
force and tools, stakes and other materials to assist the Engineer temporarily in making measurements and
surveys and in establishing temporary or permanent reference marks. Payment for such materials and assistance
will be made as provided for under the caption "Extra Work," provided, however, that the cost of setting stakes and
marks carelessly lost or destroyed by the Contractor's employees will be assessed to the Contractor.
6-15. Removal of Condemned Materials and Structures. The Contractor shall remove from the site of the work,
without delay, all rejected and condemned materials or structures of any kind brought to or incorporated in the work
and upon his or her failure to do so, or to make satisfactory progress in so doing, within forty-eight (48) hours after
the service of a written notice from the Engineer, the condemned material or work may be removed by the City and
the cost of such removal shall be taken out of the money that may be due or may become due the Contractor on
account of or by virtue of this contract. No such rejected or condemned material shall again be offered for use by
the Contractor under this Contract.
6-16. Proof of Compliance with Contract. In order that the Engineer may determine whether the Contractor has
complied with the requirements of this contract, not readily enforceable through inspection and tests of the work
and materials, the Contractor shall, at any time when requested, submit to the Engineer properly authenticated
documents or other satisfactory proofs as to his or her compliance with such requirements.
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6-17. Errors and Omissions. If the Contractor, in the course of the work, finds any errors or omissions in plans or
in the layout as given by survey points and instruction, or if he or she finds any discrepancy between the plans and
the physical conditions of the locality, he or she shall immediately inform the Engineer, in writing and the Engineer
shall promptly verify the same. Any work done after such discovery, until authorized, will be done at the Contractor's
risk.
6-18. Cooperation. The Contractor shall cooperate with all other contractors who may be performing work in
behalf of the City and workmen who may be employed by the City on any work in the vicinity of the work to be done
under this contract with the work of such contractors or workmen. he or she shall make good promptly, at his or her
own expense, any injury or damage that may be sustained by other contractors or employees of the City at his or
her hands.
Any difference or conflict which may arise between the Contractor and other contractors, or between the contractor
and workmen of the City in regard to their work shall be adjusted and determined by the Engineer. If the work of the
Contractor is delayed because of any acts or omissions of any other contractor or of the City, the Contractor shall
on that account have no claim against the City other than for an extension of time.
6-19. Right of Contractor to Stop Work. Under the following conditions the Contractor shall have the right, if he
or she so desires, to stop the work and terminate the contract upon ten (10) days written notice to the Engineer and
recover from the City payment for all work actually performed and for all satisfactory materials actually delivered to
the site of the work for permanent incorporation therein, all as may be shown by the estimate of the Engineer.
(1) If the work is stopped under an order of any court or other competent public authority for a period
of time of three (3) months through no act or fault of the Contractor or of anyone employed by him.
(2) If the Engineer fails to issue the monthly certificate for payment in accordance with the terms of
this contract.
(3) If the City fails to pay the Contractor within sixty (60) days after it shall have become due, as
provided by the terms of this contract, any sum certified by the Engineer or awarded by the City.
All provided that if such action to terminate the contract be not instituted by the Contractor within ten (10) days after
the alleged existence of such condition and if written notice of such action be not at that time delivered to the City
and the Engineer, then such right shall lapse until another occasion arises according to this section.
6-20. Hiring and Dismissal of Employees. The Contractor shall employ only such foremen, mechanics and
laborers as are competent and skilled in their respective lines of work and whenever the Engineer shall notify the
Contractor that any person on the work is, in his or her opinion, incompetent, unfaithful, intemperate or disorderly,
or refuses to carry out the provisions of this contract, or uses threatening or abusive language to any person on the
work representing the City, or is otherwise unsatisfactory, such person shall be discharged im
mediately from the work and shall not be re-employed upon it except with the consent of the Engineer.
6-21. Wage Rates.
1. Contractor shall pay all m echanics and laborers employed or working upon the site of the work
unconditionally and without subsequent deductions or rebate on any account the full amounts due at the
time of payment at wage rates not less than those contained in the applicable prevailing wage
determination, regardless of any contractual relationship which may be alleged to exist between the
Contractor and subcontractors and such laborers and mechanics.
2. Contractor shall comply with the California Labor Code Section 1775. In accordance with said Section
1775, Contractor shall forfeit as a penalty to the Owner, $50.00 (or the higher minimum penalty as provided
in Section 1775(B)(ii) – (iii)) for each calendar day or portion thereof, for each workman paid less than the
stipulated prevailing rates for such work or craft in which such workman is employed for any work done
under the Contract by him or her or by any subcontractor under him or her in violation of the provisions of
the Labor Code and in particular, Labor Code Sections 1770 to 1780, inclusive. In addition to said penalty
and pursuant to Section 1775, the difference between such stipulated prevailing wage rates and the
amount paid to each workman for each calendar day or portion thereof for which each workman was paid
less than the stipulated prevailing wage rate shall be paid to each workman by the Contractor.
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3. Pursuant to the provision of Section 1770 of the Labor Code of the State of California, Owner has
ascertained the general prevailing rate of wages (which rate includes employer payments for health and
welfare, vacation, pension and similar purposes) applicable to the work to be done, for straight time work.
The holiday wage rate listed shall be applicable to all holidays recognized in the collective bargaining
agreement of the particular craft, classification or type of workmen concerned. Copies of the General
Prevailing Wage Determination are available on the Internet at web address:
http://www.dir.ca.gov/DLSR/PWD The Contractor shall post the wage determination at the site of work in a
prominent place where it can easily be seen by the workers.
4. City will not recognize any claim for additional compensation because the Contractor has paid any rate in
excess of the prevailing wage rate obtained by the Contractor. The possibility of wage increases is one of
the elements to be considered by the Contractor in determining his or her bid and will not in any
circumstances be considered as the basis for a claim against the City.
5. The Labor Commissioner through the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement (DLSE) may at any time
require contractors and subcontractors to furnish electronic certified payroll records directly to DLSE.
Commencing with contracts awarded or after April 1, 2015, all contractors and subcontractors must furnish
electronic certified payroll records directly to the DLSE.
6. Travel and Subsistence Payments.
Contractor shall make travel and subsistence payments to each workman needed to execute the
work in accordance with the requirements in Section 1773.8 of the Labor Code (Chapter 880,
Statutes of 1968).
7. Apprentices.
Attention is directed to the provisions in Sections 1777.5 (Chapter 1411, Statutes of 1968) and
1777.6 of the California Labor Code concerning the employment of apprentices by the Contractor
or any subcontractor under him. Contractor and any subcontractor under him or her shall comply
with the requirements of said sections in the employment of apprentices.
Information relative to apprenticeship standards, wage schedules and other requirements may be
obtained from the Director of Industrial Relations, ex officio the Administrator of Apprenticeship,
San Francisco, California, or from the Division of Apprenticeship Standards and its branch offices.
6-22. Cleaning Up. The Contractor shall not allow the site of the work to become littered with trash and waste
material, but shall maintain the same in a neat and orderly condition throughout the construction period. The
Engineer shall have the right to determine what is or is not waste material or rubbish and the place and manner of
disposal.
On or before the completion of the work, the Contractor shall without charge therefore carefully clean out all pits,
pipes, chambers or conduits and shall tear down and remove all temporary structures built by him or her and shall
remove rubbish of all kind from any of the grounds which he or she has occupied and leave them in first class
condition.
6-23. Guaranty. All work shall be guarantied for a period of one year from the date of acceptance by the City. The
Contractor shall promptly make all needed repairs arising out of defective materials, workmanship and equipment.
The City is hereby authorized to make such repairs if within ten days after the mailing of a notice in writing to the
Contractor or his or her agent, the Contractor shall neglect to make or undertake with due diligence the aforesaid
repairs, provided, however, that in case of an emergency where, in the opinion of the City delay would cause
serious loss or damage, repairs may be made without notice being sent to the Contractor and the Contractor shall
pay the costs thereof.
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 4-03 of these Special Provisions, the Contractor shall furnish a Defective
Material and Workmanship Bond in an amount not less than 5 percent of the final contract price, which shall be
effective for a period of one (1) year after the completion and acceptance of the work.
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SECTION 7. RESPONSIBILITIES AND RIGHTS OF CITY
7-01. Authority of the Engineer. All work done under this contract shall be done in a workmanlike manner and
shall be performed to the reasonable satisfaction of the Engineer, who shall have general supervision of all work
included hereunder. To prevent disputes and litigation, the Engineer (1) shall in all cases determine the amount,
quality, acceptability and fitness of the several kinds of work and materials which are to be paid for under this
contract, (2) shall decide all questions relative to the true construction, meaning and intent of the Special Provisions
and Drawings, (3) shall decide all questions which may arise relative to the classifications and measurements of
quantities and materials and the fulfillment of this contract and (4) shall have the power to reject or condemn all
work or material which does not conform to the terms of this contract. his or her estimate and decision in all matters
shall be a condition precedent to an appeal for arbitration, or the right of the Contractor to receive, demand, or
claim any money or other compensation under this agreement and a condition precedent to any liability on the part
of the City to the Contractor on account of this contract. Whenever the Engineer shall be unable to act, in
consequence of absence or other cause, then such engineer as the Engineer or the City shall designate, shall
perform any and all of the duties and be vested with any or all of the powers herein given to the Engineer.
7-02. Inspection. The City will provide engineering personnel for the inspection of the work.
The Engineer and his or her representatives shall at all times have access to the work whenever it is in preparation
or progress and the Contractor shall provide proper facilities for such access and inspection.
If the Special Provisions, the Engineer's instruction, laws, ordinances, or any public authority require any work to be
specially tested or approved, the Contractor shall give the Engineer timely notice of its readiness for inspection and,
if the inspection is by an authority other than the Engineer, of the date fixed for such inspection. Inspections by the
Engineer shall be promptly made at the source of supply where practicable. If any work shall be covered up without
approval or consent of the Engineer, it must, if required by the Engineer, be uncovered for examination and
properly restored at the Contractor's expense.
Re-examination of any work may be ordered by the Engineer and, if so ordered, the work must be uncovered by the
Contractor. If such work is found to be in accordance with the contract documents, the City shall pay the cost of re-
examination and replacement. If such work is not in accordance with the contract documents, the Contractor shall
pay such cost.
Properly authorized and accredited inspectors shall be considered to be the representatives of the City limited to
the duties and powers entrusted to them. It will be their duty to inspect materials and workmanship of those portions
of the work to which they are assigned, either individually or collectively, under instructions of the Engineer and to
report any and all deviations from the Drawings, Special Provisions and other contract provisions which may come
to their notice. Any inspector may be considered to have the right to order the work entrusted to his or her
supervision stopped, if in his or her opinion such action becomes necessary, until the Engineer is notified and has
determined and ordered that the work may proceed in due fulfillment of all contract requirements.
7-03. Surveys. Contractor shall furnish all land surveys, establish all base lines and bench marks and make
sufficient detailed surveys needed for working points, lines and elevations. The Contractor shall develop all slope
stakes and batter boards. Contractor shall also develop all additional working points, lines and elevations as he or
she may desire to facilitate his or her methods and sequence of construction.
7-04. Rights-of-Way. The City will provide all necessary rights-of-way and easements in or beneath which work
will be performed by the Contractor under this contract.
7-05. Retention of Imperfect Work. If any portion of the work done or material furnished under this contract shall
prove defective and not in accordance with the Plans and Special Provisions, and if the imperfection in the same
shall not be of sufficient magnitude or importance to make the work dangerous or undesirable, the Engineer shall
have the right and authority to retain such work instead of requiring the imperfect work to be removed and
reconstructed, but he or she shall make such deductions therefor in the payments due or to become due the
Contractor as may be just and reasonable.
7-06. Changes in the Work. The Engineer shall have the right, in writing, to order additions to, omissions from, or
corrections, alterations and modifications in the line, grade, form, dimensions, plan, or kind or amount of work or
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materials herein contemplated, or any part thereof, either before or after the beginning of construction. However,
the arithmetical sum of the cost to the City of additions and subtractions from the work under this contract shall not
exceed 10 percent of original contract amount or $5,000, whichever is the greater, unless based upon a
supplementary agreement to be made therefore.
The order of such additions, omissions, corrections, alterations and modifications shall be in writing and signed by
the Engineer and, in order, shall then be binding upon the Contractor. The Contractor shall proceed with the work
as changed and the value of such change shall be determined as provided for in section 10-07 of these Special
Provisions.
Such alterations shall in no way affect, vitiate, or make void this contract or any part thereof, except that which is
necessarily affected by such alterations and is clearly the evident intention of the parties to this contract.
7-07. Additional Drawings by City. The drawings made a part of this contract at the time of its execution are
intended to be fairly comprehensive and to indicate in more or less detail the scope of the work. In addition to these
drawings, however, the Engineer shall furnish such additional drawings from time to time during the progress of the
work as are necessary to make clear or to define in greater detail the intent of the Special Provisions and the
contract drawings and the Contractor shall make his or her work conform to all such drawings.
7-08. Additional and Emergency Protection. Whenever, in the opinion of the Engineer, the Contractor has not
taken sufficient precautions for the safety of the public or the protection of the works to be constructed under this
contract, or of adjacent structures or property which may be injured by the processes of construction on account of
such neglect and whenever, in the opinion of the Engineer, an emergency shall arise and immediate action shall be
considered necessary in order to protect public or private, personal or property interest, then and in that event, the
Engineer, with or without notice to the Contractor may provide suitable protection to the said interests by causing
such work to be done and such material to be furnished as shall provide such protection as the Engineer may
consider necessary and adequate.
The cost and expense of such work and material so furnished shall be borne by the Contractor and, if the same
shall not be paid on presentation of the bills therefor, then such costs shall be deducted from any amounts due or to
become due the Contractor.
The performance of such emergency work under the direction of the Engineer shall in no way relieve the Contractor
from any damages which may occur during or after such precaution has been taken by the Engineer.
7-09. Suspension of Work. The City may at any time suspend the work or any part thereof by giving five (5) days
written notice to the Contractor. The work shall be resumed by the Contractor within ten (10) days after the date
fixed in the written notice from the City to the Contractor so to do. The City shall reimburse the Contractor for
expense incurred by the Contractor in connection with the work under this contract as a result of such suspension.
If the work, or any part thereof, shall be stopped by the notice in writing aforesaid and if the City does not give
notice in writing to the Contractor to resume work at a date within ten (10) days of the date fixed in the written notice
to suspend, then the Contractor may abandon that portion of the work so suspended and he or she will be entitled
to the estimates and payments for all work done on the portions so abandoned, if any, plus 5 percent of the value of
the work so abandoned, to compensate for loss of overhead, plant expense and anticipated profit.
7-10. Right of City to Terminate Contract. If the Contractor should be adjudged a bankrupt, or if he or she
should make a general assignment for the benefit of his or her creditors, or if a receiver should be appointed on
account of his or her insolvency, or if he or she should persistently or repeatedly refuse or should fail, except in
cases for which extension of time is provided, to supply sufficient properly skilled workmen or proper materials, or if
he or she should fail to make prompt payments to subcontractors or for material or labor, or persistently disregard
laws, ordinances or the instructions of the Engineer, or otherwise be guilty of a substantial violation of any provision
of the contract, then the City, upon the certificate of the Engineer that sufficient cause exists to justify such action,
may, without prejudice to any other right or remedy and after giving the Contractor seven days written notice,
terminate the employment of the Contractor and take possession of the premises and of all materials, tools and
appliances and finish the work by whatever method the City may deem expedient. In such case, the Contractor
shall not be entitled to receive any further payment until the work is finished. If the unpaid balance of the contract
price shall exceed the expense of finishing the work, including compensation for additional managerial and
administrative services, such excess shall be paid to the Contractor. If such exp ense shall exceed such unpaid
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balance, the Contractor shall pay the difference to the City. The expense incurred by the City as herein provided
and the damage incurred through the Contractor's default, shall be certified by the Engineer.
7-11. Use of Completed Portions. The City shall have the right to take possession of and use any completed or
partially completed portions of the work, notwithstanding the time for completing the entire work or such portions
which may not have expired; but such taking possession and using shall not be deemed an acceptance of any work
not completed in accordance with the contract documents. If such prior use increases the cost of or delays the
work, the Contractor shall be entitled to such extra compensation, or extension of time or both, as the Engineer
may determine.
SECTION 8. WORKMANSHIP, MATERIALS and EQUIPMENT
8-01. General Quality. Materials and equipment shall be new and of a quality equal to that specified or approved.
Work shall be done and completed in a thorough and workmanlike manner.
8-02. Quality in Absence of Detailed Specifications. Whenever under this contract it is provided that the
Contractor shall furnish materials or manufactured articles or shall do work for which no detailed specifications are
set forth, the materials or manufactured articles shall be of the best grade in quality and workmanship obtainable in
the market from firms of established good reputation, or, if not ordinarily carried in stock, shall conform to the usual
standards for first-class materials or articles of the kind required, with due consideration of the use to which they
are to be put. In general, the work performed shall be in full conformity and harmony with the intent to secure the
best standard of construction and equipment of the work as a whole or in part.
8-03. Materials and Equipment Specified by Name. Whenever any material or equipment is indicated or
specified by patent or proprietary name or by the name of the manufacturer, such specification shall be considered
as used for the purpose of describing the material or equipment desired and shall be considered as followed by the
words "or approved equal". The Contractor may offer any material or equipment which shall be equal in every
respect to that specified, provided that written approval first is obtained from the Engineer.
8-04. Source of Materials. Price, fitness and quality being equal, preference shall be given by the Contractor for
supplies grown, manufactured or produced in the State of California and, next, for such products partially produced
in this State in accordance with Government Code Section 4332.
8-05. Storage of Materials. Materials shall be so stored to ensure the preservation of their quality and fitness for
the work. They shall be so located and disposed that prompt and proper inspection thereof may be made.
8-06. Drawings, Samples and Tests. As soon as possible after execution of the contract, the Contractor shall
submit to the Engineer, in quintuplicate, sufficient information including, if necessary, assembly and detail drawings
to demonstrate fully that the equipment and materials to be furnished comply with the provisions and intent of these
Special Provisions and Drawings. If the information thus submitted indicates the equipment or materials is
acceptable, the Engineer will return one copy stamped with his or her approval; otherwise, one copy will be returned
with an explanation of why the equipment or material is unsatisfactory. The Contractor shall have no claims for
damages or for extension of time on account of any delay due to the revision of drawings or rejection of material.
Fabrication or other work performed in advance of approval shall be done entirely at the Contractor's risk. After
approval of equipment or material, the Contractor shall not deviate in any way from the design and specifications
given without the written consent of the Engineer.
When requested by the Engineer, a sample or test specimens of the materials to be used or offered for use in
connection with the work shall be prepared at the expense of the Contractor and furnished by him or her in such
quantities and sizes as may be required for proper examination and tests, with all freight charges prepaid and with
information as to their sources.
All samples shall be submitted before shipment and in ample time to permit the making of proper tests, analyses,
or examination before the time at which it is desired to incorporate the material into the work. All tests of materials
furnished by the Contractor shall be made by the Engineer. Samples shall be secured and tested whenever
necessary to determine the quality of the material.
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SECTION 9. PROSECUTION OF WORK
9-01. Equipment and Methods. The work under this contract shall be prosecuted with all materials, tools,
machinery, apparatus and labor and by such methods as are necessary to the complete execution of everything
described, shown, or reasonably implied. If at any time before the beginning or during the progress of the work, any
part of the Contractor's plant or equipment, or any of his or her methods of execution of the work, appear to the
Engineer to be unsafe, inefficient, or inadequate to insure the required quality or the rate of progress of the work, he
or she may order the Contractor to increase or improve his or her facilities or methods and the Contractor shall
comply promptly with such orders; but, neither compliance with such orders nor failure of the Engineer to issue
such orders shall relieve the Contractor from his or her obligation to secure the degree of safety, the quality of the
work and the rate of progress required of the Contractor. The Contractor alone shall be responsible for the safety,
adequacy and efficiency of his or her plant, equipment and methods.
9-02. Time of Completion. The Contractor shall promptly begin the work under this contract and shall complete
and make ready for full use all portions of the project made the subject of this contract within the time set forth in
the agreement bound herewith.
9-03. Avoidable Delays. Avoidable delays in the prosecution or completion of the work shall include all delays
which might have been avoided by the exercise of care, prudence, foresight and diligence on the part of the
Contractor. The City will consider as avoidable delays within the meaning of this contract (1) delays in the
prosecution of parts of the work, which may in themselves be unavoidable, but do not necessarily prevent or delay
the prosecution of other parts of the work nor the completion of the whole work within the time herein specified, (2)
reasonable loss of time resulting from the necessity of submitting plans to the Engineer for approval and from the
making of surveys, measurements, inspections, and testing and (3) such interruptions as may occur in the
prosecution of the work on account of the reasonable interference of other contractors employed by the City which
do not necessarily prevent the completion of the whole work within the time herein specified.
9-04. Unavoidable Delays. Unavoidable delays in the prosecution or completion of the work under this contract
shall include all delays which may result, through cause beyond the control of the Contractor and which he or she
could not have provided against by the exercise of care, prudence, foresight and diligence. Orders issued by the
City changing the amount of work to be done, the quantity of material to be furnished or the manner in which the
work is to be prosecuted and unforeseen delays in the completion of the work of other contractors under contract
with the City will be considered unavoidable delays, so far as they necessarily interfere with the Contractor's
completion of the whole of the work. Delays due to normally adverse weather conditions will not be regarded as
unavoidable delays. However, truly abnormal amounts of rainfall, temperatures or other weather conditions for the
location of the work and time of year may be considered as unavoidable delays if those conditions necessarily
cause a delay in the completion of the work.
9-05. Notice of Delays. Whenever the Contractor foresees any delay in the prosecution of the work and, in any
event, immediately upon the occurrence of any delay which the contractor regards as an unavoidable delay, he or
she shall notify the Engineer in writing of the probability of the occurrence of such delay and its cause, in order that
the Engineer may take immediate steps to prevent, if possible, the occurrence or continuance of the delay, or, if this
cannot be done, may determine whether the delay is to be considered avoidable or unavoidable, how long it
continues and to what extent the prosecution and completion of the work are to be delayed thereby.
9-06. Extension of Time. Should any delays occur which the Engineer may consider unavoidable, as herein
defined, the Contractor shall, pursuant to his or her application, be allowed an extension of time proportional to said
delay or delays, beyond the time herein set forth, in which to complete this contract; and liquidated damages for
delay shall not be charged against the Contractor by the City during an extension of time granted because of
unavoidable delay or delays.
Any claim by Contractor for a time extension based on unavoidable delays shall be based on written notice
delivered to the Engineer within 15 days of the occurrence of the event giving rise to the claim. Failure to file said
written notice within the time specified shall constitute a waiver of said claim. Notice of the full extent of the claim
and all supporting data must be delivered to the Engineer within 45 days of the occurrence unless the Engineer
specifies in writing a longer period. All claims for a time extension must be approved by the Engineer and
incorporated into a written change order.
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9-07. Unfavorable Weather and Other Conditions. During unfavorable weather and other conditions, the
Contractor shall pursue only such portions of the work as shall not be damaged thereby. No portions of the work
whose satisfactory quality or efficiency will be affected by any unfavorable conditions shall be constructed while
these conditions remain, unless, by special means or precautions approved by the Engineer, the Contractor shall
be able to overcome them.
The Contractor shall be granted a time extension of one day for each unfavorable weather day which prevents him
or her from placing concrete forms or placing and finishing concrete or asphalt concrete. Such unfavorable weather
day is defined as a rain day where precipitation prevents the contractor from performing the work more than four (4)
continuous hours within the authorized work period or a temperature day where the ambient temperature is below
that specified for the placement of materials associated with the controlling work item for more than four (4)
continuous work hours of the authorized work period.
9-08. Saturday, Sunday, Holiday and Night Work. No work shall be done between the hours of 6 p.m. and 7
a.m., nor on Saturdays, Sundays or legal holidays except such work as is necessary for the proper care and
protection of work already perform ed, or except in cases of absolute necessity and in any case only with the
permission of the Engineer.
It is understood, however, that night work may be established as a regular procedure by the Contractor if he or she
first obtains the written permission of the Engineer and that such permission may be revoked at any time by the
Engineer if the Contractor fails to maintain at night adequate force and equipment for reasonable prosecution and
to justify inspection of the work.
9-09. Hours of Labor. Eight (8) hours of labor shall constitute a legal day's work and the Contractor or any
subcontractor shall not require or permit more than eight hours of labor in a day from any person employed by him
or her in the performance of the work under this contract, unless paying compensation for all hours worked in
excess of eight (8) hours per day at not less than 1½ times the basic rate of pay. The Contractor shall forfeit to the
City, as a penalty, the sum of twenty-five dollars ($25.00) for each workman employed in the execution of the
contract by him or her or by any subcontractor, for each calendar day during which such laborer, workman, or
mechanic is required or permitted to labor more than eight hours in violation of the provisions of Section 1810 to
1816, inclusive, (Article 3, Chapter 1, Part 7, Division 2) of the Labor Code of the State of California and any acts
amendatory thereof.
SECTION 10. PAYMENT
10-01. Certification by Engineer. All payments under this contract shall be made upon the presentation of
certificates in writing from the Engineer and shall show that the work covered by the payments has been done and
the payments thereof are due in accordance with this contract.
10-02. Progress Estimates and Payment. The Engineer shall, within the first seven (7) days of each month,
make an estimate of the value of the work performed in accordance with this contract during the previous calendar
month.
The first estimate shall be of the value of the work satisfactorily completed in place and meeting the requirements
of the contract. And every subsequent estimate, except the final estimate, shall be of the value of the work
satisfactorily completed in place since the last preceding estimate was made; provided, however, that should the
Contractor fail to adhere to the program of completion fixed in this contract, the Engineer shall deduct from the next
and all subsequent estimates the full calculated accruing amount of the liquidated damages to the date of said
estimate, until such time as the compliance with the program has been restored.
The estimate shall be signed by the Engineer and, after approval, the City shall pay or cause to be paid to the
Contractor in the manner provided by law, an amount equal to 95 percent of the estimated value of the work
satisfactorily performed and complete in place.
10-03. Substitution of Securities.
1. At such times that Pubic Contract Code Section 22300 is in effect Contractor may propose the substitution of
securities of at least equal market value for any moneys to be withheld to ensure performance under the Contract.
Market value shall be determined as of the day prior to the date such substitution is to take place. Such substitution
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shall be made at the request and expense of the Contractor. The securities shall be one or more of the following
types:
(a) Bonds or interest-bearing notes or obligations of the United States, or those for which the faith and
credit of the United States are pledged for the payment of principal and interest.
(b) Bonds or interest-bearing notes on obligations that are guaranteed as to principal and interest by a
federal agency of the United States.
(c) Bonds of the State of California, or those for which the faith and credit of the State of California are
pledged for the payment of principal and interest.
(d) Bonds or warrants, including, but not limited to, revenue warrants, of any county, city, metropolitan
water district, California water district, California water storage district, irrigation district in the State of
California, municipal utility district, or school district of the State of California, which are rated by Moody's or
Standard and Poor as A or better.
(e) Bonds, consolidated bonds, collateral trust debentures, consolidated debentures, or other obligations
issued by federal land banks or federal intermediate credit banks established under the Federal Farm Loan
Act, as amended; debentures and consolidated debentures issued by the Central Bank for Cooperatives
and banks for cooperatives established under the Farm Credit Act of 1933, as amended; bonds, or
debentures of the Federal Home Loan Bank Board established under the Federal Home Loan Bank Act;
and stock, bonds, debentures and other obligations of the Federal National Mortgage Association
established under the National Housing Act as amended and bonds of any Federal Home Loan Mortgage
Corporation.
(f) Commercial paper of "prime" quality as defined by a nationally recognized organization which rates
such securities. Eligible paper is further limited to issuing corporations: (1) organized and operating within
the United States; (2) having total assets in excess of five hundred million dollars ($500,000,000); and (3)
approved by the Pooled Money Investment Board of the State of California. Purchases of eligible
commercial paper may not exceed 180 days' maturity, nor represent more than 10 percent of the
outstanding paper of an issuing corporation.
(g) Bills of exchange or time drafts on and accepted by a commercial bank, otherwise known as bankers
acceptances, which are eligible for purchase by the Federal Reserve System.
(h) Certificates of deposits issued by a nationally or state-chartered bank or savings and loan association.
(i) The portion of bank loans and obligations guaranteed by the United States Small Business
Administration or the United States Farmers Home Administration.
(j) Student loan notes insured under the Guaranteed Student Loan Program established pursuant to the
Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended (20 U.S.C. 1001, et seq.) and eligible for resale to the Student
Loan Marketing Association established pursuant to Section 133 of the Education Amendments of 1972,
as amended (20 U.S.C. 1087-2).
(k) Obligations issued, assumed or guaranteed by International Bank for Reconstruction and
Development, the Inter-American Development Bank, the Asian Development Bank, or the Government
Development Bank of Puerto Rico.
(l) Bonds, debentures and notes issued by corporations organized and operating within the United States.
Such securities eligible for substitution shall be within the top three ratings of a nationally recognized rating
service.
2. The securities shall be deposited with City or with any commercial bank as escrow agent, who shall arrange for
transfer of such securities to the Contractor upon satisfactory completion of the contract. Any interest accrued or
paid on such securities shall belong to the Contractor and shall be paid upon satisfactory completion of the
contract.
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The market value of the securities deposited shall at all tim es be maintained in an amount at least equal, in the sole
judgment of City, to the moneys to be withheld pursuant to the Contract Documents to ensure performance of the
Contract. In order to comply with this condition, Contractor shall deposit additional securities as necessary upon
request by City or the escrow agent.
3. Upon acceptance of any Proposal that includes substituting securities for amounts withheld to ensure
performance, a separate escrow agreement satisfactory in form and substance to City s hall be prepared and
executed by City, the Contractor and the escrow agent, which may be City. The escrow agreement shall specify,
among other matters, value of securities to be deposited; procedures for valuing the securities and for adding or
withdrawing securities to maintain the market value of the deposited securities at least equal to the amount of
moneys which would otherwise be withheld; the terms and conditions of conversion to cash in case of the default by
the Contractor; and terms, conditions and procedure for termination of the escrow. City shall have no obligation to
enter any such Agreement that does not provide the City with the unilateral right to convert securities to cash and to
gain immediate possession of the cash.
10-04. Acceptance. The work must be accepted by vote of the City Council of the City of Ukiah when the whole
shall have been completed satisfactorily. The Contractor shall notify the Engineer, in writing, of the completion of
the work, whereupon the Engineer shall promptly, by personal inspection, satisfy himself as to the actual
completion of the work in accordance with the terms of the contract and shall thereupon recommend acceptance by
the City Council.
10-05. Final Estimate and Payment. The Engineer shall, as soon as practicable after the final acceptance of the
work done under this contract, make a final estimate of the amount of work done thereunder and the value thereof.
Such final estimate shall be signed by the Engineer, and after approval, the City shall pay or cause to be paid to the
Contractor, in the manner provided by law, the entire sum so found to be due hereunder, after deducting therefrom
all previous payments and such other lawful amounts as the terms of this contract prescribe.
In no case will final payment be made in less than thirty-five (35) days after the filing of the notice of completion with
the County Recorder.
10-06. Delay Payments. Should any payment due the Contractor or any estimate be delayed, through fault of the
City beyond the time stipulated, such delay shall not constitute a breach of contract or be the basis for a claim for
damages, but the City shall pay the Contractor interest on the amount of the payment at the rate of 6 percent per
annum for the period of such delay. The terms for which interest will be paid shall be reckoned, in the case of any
monthly or progress payment, from the twentieth day of the month next succeeding the month in which the work
was performed to the date of payment of the estimate; and in the case of the final estimate, from the forty-fifth day
after acceptance to the date of payment of the final estimate.
The date of payment of any estimate shall be considered the day on which the payment is offered or mailed as
evidenced by the records of the Treasurer of the City. If interest shall become due on any delayed payment, the
amount thereof, as determined by the City, shall be added to a succeeding payment. If the interest shall become
due on the final payment, it shall be paid on a supplementary voucher to interest or any sum or sums which, by the
terms of this contract, the City is authorized to reserve or retain.
10-07. Extra Work and Work Omitted. Whenever corrections, alterations, or modifications of the work under this
contract ordered by the Engineer and approved by the City increase the amount of work to be done, such added
work shall be known as "extra work"; and when such corrections, alterations, or modifications decrease the amount
of work to be done, such subtracted work shall be known as "work omitted".
When the Contractor considers that any changes ordered involve extra work, he or she shall immediately notify the
Engineer in writing and subsequently keep him or her informed as to when and where extra work is to be performed
and shall make claim for compensation therefor each month not later than the first day of the month following that
in which the work claimed to be extra work was performed and he or she shall submit a daily complete statement of
materials and labor used and expenses incurred on account of extra work performed, showing allocation of all
materials, labor and expenses.
All such claims shall state the date of the Engineer's written order and the date of approval by the City authorizing
the work on account of which claim is made. Unless such notification is made in writing within the time specified
and unless complete statements of materials used and expenses incurred on account of such extra work are
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furnished as above required, the Contractor shall not be entitled to payment on account of extra work and
Contractor shall be deemed to have waived the right to make any future claims for compensation for such extra
work.
When changes decrease the amount of work to be done, they shall not constitute a claim for damages on account
of anticipated profits on the work that may be omitted.
10-08. Compensation for Extra Work or Work Omitted. Whenever corrections, additions, or modifications in
the work under this contract change the amount of work to be done or the amount of compensatio n due the
Contractor, excepting increases or decreases in contract items having unit contract prices for each measurable
quantity installed in place, and such changes have been ordered in writing by the Engineer and approved by the
City prior to the Contractor performing the extra work, then a price may be agreed upon. Failing such an agreement
in price, the Contractor shall be compensated for performing extra work pursuant to the provisions of Section 4-
1.03 D,"Extra Work", and Section 9-1.03,"Force Account Payment" of the Standard Specifications.
This method of determining the price of work shall not apply to the performance of any work which is required or
reasonably implied to be performed or furnished under this contract.
10-09. Compensation to the City for Extension of Time. In case the work called for under this contract is not
completed within the time limit stipulated herein, the City shall have the right as provided hereinabove, to extend the
time of completion thereof. If the time limit be so extended, the City shall have the right to charge to the Contractor
and to deduct from the final payment for the work the actual cost to the City of engineering, inspection,
superintendence and other overhead expenses which are directly chargeable to the contract and which accrue
during the period of such extension, except that the cost of final unavoidable delays shall not be included in such
charges.
10-10. Liquidated Damages for Delay. It is agreed by the parties to the contract that time is of the essence and
that, in case all the work is not completed before or upon the expiration of the time limit as set forth, damage, other
than those cost items identified in section 10-09, will be sustained by the City and that it is and will be impracticable
to determine the actual amount of damage by reason of such delay; and it is therefore agreed that the Contractor
will pay to the City the sum of five hundred dollars ($500.00) per day for each and every calendar day's delay
beyond the time prescribed.
SECTION 11. MISCELLANEOUS
11-01. Notice. Whenever any provision of the contract documents requires the giving of written notice, it shall be
deemed to have been validly given if delivered in person to the individual or to a member of the firm or to an officer
of the corporation for whom it is intended, or if delivered at or sent by registered or certified mail, postage prepaid,
to the last business address known to the giver of the notice. If mailed, the notice shall be deemed received on the
date of delivery stated in the return receipt.
11-02. Computation of Time. When any period of time is referred to in the Contract Documents by days, it shall
be computed to exclude the first and include the last day of such period. If the last day of any such period f alls on a
Saturday or Sunday or on a day made a legal holiday by the law of the applicable jurisdiction, such day shall be
omitted from the computation.
11-03. Claims Procedure Required by Public Contract Code Section 9204. This section shall apply to any claim
by the Contractor arising in connection with this project in accordance with Public Contract Code Section 9204.
a, For purposes of this section "Claim" means a separate demand by the Contractor sent by registered mail or
certified mail with return receipt requested, for one or more of the following:
(A) A time extension, including, without limitation, for relief from damages or penalties for delay assessed
by the City under this contract.
(B) Payment by the City of money or damages arising from work done by, or on behalf of, the Contractor
pursuant to this contract and payment for which is not otherwise expressly provided or to which the Contractor is
not otherwise entitled.
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(C) Payment of an amount that is disputed by the City.
b.
(1)
(A) Upon receipt of a claim pursuant to this section, the City shall conduct a reasonable review of
the claim and, within a period not to exceed 45 days, shall provide the Contractor a written statement identifying
what portion of the claim is disputed and what portion is undisputed. Upon receipt of a claim, a public entity and the
contractor may, by mutual agreement, extend the time period provided in this subdivision.
(B) The Contractor shall furnish reasonable documentation to support the claim.
(C) If the City needs approval from its governing body to provide the Contractor a written
statement identifying the disputed portion and the undisputed portion of the claim, and the governing body does not
meet within the 45 days or within the mutually agreed to extension of time following receipt of a claim sent by
registered mail or certified mail, return receipt requested, the City shall have up to three days following the next duly
publicly noticed meeting of the governing body after the 45-day period, or extension, expires to provide the claimant
a written statement identifying the disputed portion and the undisputed portion.
(D) Any payment due on an undisputed portion of the claim shall be processed and made within
60 days after the City issues its written statement. If the City fails to issue a written statement, paragraph (3) shall
apply.
(2)
(A) If the Contractor disputes the City's written response, or if the City fails to respond to a claim
issued pursuant to this section within the time prescribed, the Contractor may demand in writing an informal
conference to meet and confer for settlement of the issues in dispute. Upon receipt of a demand in writing sent by
registered mail or certified mail, return receipt requested, the City shall schedule a meet and confer conference
within 30 days for settlement of the dispute.
(B) Within 10 business days following the conclusion of the meet and confer conference, if the
claim or any portion of the claim remains in dispute, the City shall provide the claimant a written statement
identifying the portion of the claim that remains in dispute and the portion that is undisputed. Any payment due on
an undisputed portion of the claim shall be processed and made within 60 days after the public entit y issues its
written statement. Any disputed portion of the claim, as identified by the contractor in writing, shall be submitted to
nonbinding mediation, with the City and the Contractor sharing the associated costs equally. The City and
Contractor shall mutually agree to a mediator within 10 business days after the disputed portion of the claim has
been identified in writing. If the parties cannot agree upon a mediator, each party shall select a mediator and those
mediators shall select a qualified neutral third party to mediate with regard to the disputed portion of the claim. Each
party shall bear the fees and costs charged by its respective mediator in connection with the selection of the neutral
mediator. If mediation is unsuccessful, the parts of the claim remaining in dispute shall be subject to applicable
procedures outside this section.
(C) For purposes of this section, mediation includes any nonbinding process, including, but not
limited to, neutral evaluation or a dispute review board, in which an independent third party or board assists the
parties in dispute resolution through negotiation or by issuance of an evaluation. Any mediation utilized shall
conform to the timeframes in this section.
(D) Unless otherwise agreed to in writing by the City and the Contractor, the mediation conducted
pursuant to this section shall excuse any further obligation under Public Contract Code Section 20104.4 to mediate
after litigation has been commenced.
(3) Failure by the City to respond to a claim from the Contractor within the time periods described in this
subdivision or to otherwise meet the time requirements of this section shall result in the claim being deemed
rejected in its entirety. A claim that is denied by reason of the public entity's failure to have responded to a claim, or
its failure to otherwise meet the time requirements of this section, shall not constitute an adverse finding with regard
to the merits of the claim or the responsibility or qualifications of the Contractor.
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(4) Amounts not paid in a timely manner as required by this section shall bear interest at 7 percent per
annum.
(5) If a subcontractor or a lower tier subcontractor lacks legal standing to assert a claim against a public
entity because privity of contract does not exist, the Contractor may present to the public entity a claim on behalf of
a subcontractor or lower tier subcontractor. A subcontractor may request in writing, either on his or her own behalf
or on behalf of a lower tier subcontractor, that the Contractor present a claim for work which was performed by the
subcontractor or by a lower tier subcontractor on behalf of the subcontractor. The subcontractor requesting that the
claim be presented to the public entity shall furnish reasonable documentation to support the claim. Within 45 days
of receipt of this written request, the Contractor shall notify the subcontractor in writing as to whether the Contractor
presented the claim to the public entity and, if the original contractor did not present the claim, provide the
subcontractor with a statement of the reasons for not having done so.
c. A waiver of the rights granted by this section is void and contrary to public policy, provided, however, that (1)
upon receipt of a claim, the parties may mutually agree to waive, in writing, mediation and proceed directly to the
commencement of a civil action or binding arbitration, as applicable; and (2) the City may prescribe reasonable
change order, claim, and dispute resolution procedures and requirements in addition to the provisions of this
section, so long as the contractual provisions do not conflict with or otherwise impair the timeframes and
procedures set forth in this section.
11-04. Litigation and Forum Selection. Contractor and City stipulate and agree that any litigation relating to the
enforcement or interpretation of this contract, arising out of Contractor's performance or relating in any way to the
work shall be brought in Mendocino County and that venue will lie in Mendocino County.
Except as otherwise expressly provided by law, the parties waive any objections they might otherwise have to the
propriety of jurisdiction or venue in the state courts in Mendocino County and agree that California law shall govern
any such litigation.
The duties and obligations imposed by these General Conditions and the rights and remedies available hereunder
to the parties hereto and, in particular but without limitation, the warranties, guaranties and obligations imposed
upon the Contractor and all of the rights and remedies available to the City thereunder, shall be in addition to and
shall not be construed in any way as a limitation of, any rights and remedies available to any or all of them which
are otherwise imposed or available by law or contract, by special warranty or guaranty, or by other provisions of the
contract documents and the provisions of this paragraph shall be as effective as if repeated specifically in the
contract documents in connection with each particular duty, obligation, right and remedy to whic h they apply. All
warranties and guaranties made in the contract document shall survive final payment and termination or completion
of this contract. The City disclaims an express or implied warranty that the plans and specifications identify all site
conditions that could affect the time or cost to complete the Work.
11-05. Waiver. The Contractor shall strictly comply with all notices and other contract requirements. Waiver by the
City of any failure of the Contractor to comply with any term of the contract, including the notice provisions, shall not
be deemed a waiver of a subsequent breach.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
SECTION 12. GENERAL INFORMATION
12-01. Location and Scope of Work. All of the work to be performed will be on East Gobbi, Marshall and Leslie
Streets between State Street and Orchard Avenue Street, Ukiah, California.
Work required, and to be more clearly defined in this specification under Section 13. Construction Details:
Trench, backfill, compact and install underground conduits for electric, AT&T and Comcast. Install vault(s),
boxes, secondary service boxes for electric, AT&T and ComcastInstall electric box pads for switch, transformer
and pedestal(s) (installed by Contractor, provide by City)for underground duct system. Bore and jack two (2)
steel casings under NWRR for electric, AT&T and Comcast and install streetlight foundations, streetlight
standards, luminaires and streetlight junction boxes (provided by City), conduit system by horizontal directional
drilling (boring), streetlight conductor, as specified, on Gobbi, Marshall and Leslie Street between State Street
and Orchard Avenue.
The Contractor should familiarize himself with the local conditions of the project sites. Failure to do so will in no
way relieve him of the responsibility for performing any of the work or operations required as a part of this contract.
Further information regarding the work or these specifications can be obtained from Mary Horger at (707) 463-
6233.
12-02. Examination of Site. The Contractor should familiarize himself with the local conditions of the project
sites, and shall be responsible for having acquired full knowledge of the job and all problems affecting it. Failure to
do so will in no way relieve him of the responsibility for performing any of the work or operations required as a part
of this contract. Further information regarding the work or these specifications can be obtained from Mary Horger,
(707) 463-6233.
12-03. Arrangement of Technical Specifications. The Technical Specifications are arranged in sections
covering the various phases of work as follows:
Section No. Title
12 General Information
13 Construction Details
14 Exclusions from General Conditions
15 Amendments to General Conditions
12-04. Arrangement of Plans. Plans delineating the scope of work are provided and indexed per Appendix “A”
List of Drawings.
12-05. Standard Specifications and Standard Plans. The Standard Specifications and Standard Plans of the
California State Department of Transportation, May 2006, are hereby made a part of these Special Provisions and
are hereinafter referred to as “California Standard Specifications” and “California Standard Plans.”
Whenever in the California Standard Specifications and the California Standard Plans the following terms are used,
they shall be understood to mean and refer to the following:
Department of Transportation – The Ukiah City Council.
Director of Public Works – The City of Ukiah Director of Public Works.
Engineer – The Engineer, designated by the City Council, acting either directly or through properly authorized
agents, such agents acting within the scope of the particular duties entrusted to them.
State – The City of Ukiah
Other terms appearing in the California Standard Specifications and the California Standard Plans shall have the
intent and meaning specified in Section I, Definition of terms of the California Standard Specifications.
In case of discrepancy between the contract documents, the order of precedence from the highest to lowest is as
follows:
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1. (City) Special Provisions
2. (City) Project Plans
3. City Standard Plans and Details
4. California Standard Plans
5. California Standard Specifications
12-06. Business Licenses. The Contractor and any subcontractors shall each secure and maintain a valid City of
Ukiah Business License prior to the start of any portion of the work.
12-07. Permits. The Contractor shall provide, procure, and pay for all permits required to complete this work.
12-08. Temporary Facilities. All temporary facilities are the responsibility of the Contractor. The removal of said
facilities shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. The Contractor shall be responsible for any and all damages to
existing facilities which are a result of the work.
12-09. Public Convenience and Safety. The Contractor shall conduct operations so as to cause the least
possible obstruction and inconvenience to the public traffic. The Contractor shall, at his or her expense, furnish
such flag persons and furnish, erect, construct and maintain such fences, barriers, lights, signs, detours, pedestrian
walkways, driveway ramps and bridging as may be necessary to give adequate warning to the public that work is in
progress and that dangerous conditions exist, to provide access to abutting properties and to permit the flow of
pedestrian and vehicular traffic to safely and expeditiously pass until all work is completed.
12-10. Maintaining Traffic. Attention is directed to Section 7-1.08 “Public Convenience. “7-1.09, “Public Safety.
“7-1.092. “Lane Closure.” and 7-1.095. “Flagging Costs.” of the California Standard Specifications.
Streets shall be open to through vehicular traffic during non-working hours. All public traffic shall be permitted to
pass through the work with as little inconvenience and delay as possible.
Full costs for “Maintaining Traffic”, including “flagging Costs”, shall be considered as included in the various items
of work and no additional compensation will be made.
12-11. Warranties. Unless otherwise indicated, the Contractor shall warrant all materials provided and work
performed under this contract for a period of one year from the date of final acceptance. He shall replace promptly
and at his own expense any materials and/or workmanship which fail during this warranty period.
12-12. Utilities. No water, sewer or electrical services will be provided by the City. It is the contractor’s sole
responsibility to arrange such services as necessary.
12-13. Preconstruction Conference. A preconstruction conference will be held before any work will be allowed to
commence. This meeting will cover inspection, schedule for work, and among other items, the responsibilities and
procedures of each of the interested parties to assure that the project will be completed in accordance with the
contract documents.
12-14. Safety Requirements. The Contractor shall comply with all pertinent provisions of the Department of Labor
"Safety and Health Regulations for Construction (29 FCS Part 1518, 36 CFR 7340)", with additions or modifications
thereto, in effect during this project.
12-15. Notification of Underground Service Alert (USA). The Contractor shall notify Underground Service
Alert (USA) two (2) working days prior to any excavation.
USA dial (toll free) 1-800-227-2600
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SECTION 13 - CONSTRUCTION DETAILS
13-01. General. Contractor shall be responsible for furnishing all labor, materials, equipment, tools and incidentals
necessary for trenching, backfilling and compacting, bore and jack two (2) steel casing, provide and install conduits
forelectric, ATT and Comcast. Install vault(s), box pads and secondary service boxes (furnished by City), install
cable vaults and AT&T boxes, blacktopping, sidewalk, curb and gutter removal and replacement. Install streetlight
foundations, streetlight standards, luminaires and streetlight junction boxes (provided by City), conduit system by
horizontal directional drilling (boring), streetlight conductor, as specified, and other incidental and related work, all
as shown on the plans and specifications for the Gobbi Street Undergrounding Project. Location of the work will be
on East Gobbi, Marshall and Leslie Streets between State Street and Orchard Avenue Ukiah, California, as more
specifically in the construction drawings defined in Appendix “A”.
WHERE INTERRUPTION OF ELECTRIC SERVICE WILL RESULT DURING THE INSTALLATION OF A
SECONDARY SERVICE JUNCTION BOX, TRANSFORMER BOX PAD, AND PRIMARY PEDESTAL BOX PAD
THE CONTRACTOR SHALL COORDIANTE THIS WORK WITH CITY OF UKIAH ELECTRIC UTILITY
DEPARTMENT (UEUD). UEUD WILL TURN OFF POWER TO EQUIPMENT AND ASSIST THE CONTRACTOR
WITH THE INSTALLATION OF CONDUITS INTO EQUIPMENT. CUSTOMER SERVICE OUTAGE TIME SHALL
BE CUT TO A MINIMUN AND SHALL NOT EXCEED ONE WORK DAY.
13-02. Materials. Materials shall be new and of merchantable grade, free from defect. Contractor shall be
responsible for providing any and all materials necessary for the completion of the project, which include, but are
not limited to, all conduits, conduit sweeps and conduit fittings. Conduit sizes shall be as specified on the plans.
PVC conduit, elbows and sweeps shall meet NEMA TC-2, TC-3 and UL 651 (Conduit) and 514b (Fittings)
specifications for type Sch 40 and Sch 80. Rigid steel conduit at all riser pole locations shall be U.L. 6 listed and
meet ANSI C80.1 specifications. The ¾” NPT threads (ANSI B1.20.1) shall be full cut and hot galvanized after
cutting. All elbows and sweeps shall be minimum 48” radius for 6” conduit, minimum 36” radius for 4” conduit and
minimum 24” for 2” conduit. Long line couplings shall be used. Five degrees angle couplings, flexible adapters and
PVC flexible couplings shall not be used. Standard type duct spacers which proved for a 2” air space between
conduits shall be throughout the project on electric duct system. All conduits shall be proved in a manner
acceptable to the Electric Utility Department. Conduit shall be free of dirt, rocks or other obstructions which could
prevent, hinder or harm the installation of electric cable. Mule Tape must be installed in each conduit. The open
end of all conduits must be protected in such a manner that it prohibits dirt and debris from entering. The ends of
all stub conduit shall be securely capped. Below ground at capped location, one Greenlee Unimarker electronic
marker shall be placed for each type of conduit using the uniform color code. Insulated bonding bushings will be
required on metal conduit. No substitutions shall be permitted from the original specifications unless bidder obtains
prior written approval.
13-03. Quantities. The preliminary estimate of the quantities of work to be done and materials to be furnished
shown in the proposal are approximate only, being given as a basis for the comparison of bids. The City of Ukiah
does not expressly or by implication agree that the actual amount of work will correspond therewith, but reserves
the right to increase or decrease the amount of any class or portion of work or to omit portions of the work that may
be deemed necessary or expedient by the City.
Upon completion of successful bid, the Contractor shall furnish to the Engineer a cost break-down for each contract
lump sum item.
The contractor shall determine the quantities of the items required to complete all work shown on the plans.
Such quantities and their values (including labor, equipment and materials) shall be included in the cost break -
down submitted to the Engineer for approval. The sum of the quantity units times the unit price shall equal the
contract quantities and values used in the cost break -down submitted for approval. Unbalancing of the unit
prices will not be allowed.
Overhead, profit, bond premium, temporary construction facilities, and other such items shall be included in
each individual unit listed in the cost break-down, however, costs for traffic control system shall not be
included.
No adjustment of the compensation will be made in the contract lump sum prices paid for various work items
due to any differences between quantities shown in the cost break-down furnished by the Contractor and the
quantities required to complete the work as shown on the plans and as specified in these Special Provisions.
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The cost break-down shall be submitted to the Engineer within 10 working days after the contract has been
approved. The cost break-down shall be approved by the Engineer, in writing, before any partial payments for
the items of work will be made. The approved cost break -down will be used to determine partial payments
during the progress of the work and as the basis of calculating the adjustment of compensation for the items(s)
of work due to the changes ordered by the Engineer. When an ordered change increases or decreases the
quantities of an approved cost break-down, the adjustment in the compensation will be determined in the same
manner specified for increases and decreases in the quantity of a contract item of work in accordance with
increases and decreases in the quantity of a contract item of work in accordance with the Contractor bid price.
Additions or deletions in the quantity of work as set forth in these specifications and accompanying drawings
for lump sum items may be ordered by the Engineer after the contract price has been adjusted accordingly to
the satisfaction of both the Contractor and the City of Ukiah, and they have been accepted in writing by the
Engineer.
13-04. Payment. Payment will be at the unit price bid and will be compensation in full for all labor, materials,
equipment, tools, including any and all incidentals.
13-05. Primary Junction Boxes, Transformer, Switch and Pedestal Box Pads. Primary Junction Boxes,
Transformer, Switch and Pedestal Box Pads shall be provide by the City and installed by the Contractor. Primary
Junction Box grade shall be equal to or slightly (maximum 0.5”) above adjacent grade. Asphaltic vault sealant shall
be installed between the junction box cover and the extension ring (if used) and between the extension ring (if
used) and the junction box. Bottom of the primary junction box excavation shall be compacted to 90% compaction
prior to installation of drain rock and junction box. Where “term-a duct” conduit ends are not installed in the vault,
bell ends shall be installed on the conduit ends and grouted in flus h with the vault surface. Grounding shall be
installed per Ukiah Electric Utility Department specifications at each primary junction box and primary pedestal
location. Primary Pedestals shall be installed per Ukiah Electric Utility Department specifications.
13-06. Streetlight Specifications, Material and Installation. The streetlight system shall be installed in
accordance with these specifications including applicable drawings, which are part of these specifications, and the
drawings(s) for the specific project. Streetlight standards, luminaires, (provided by City) shall be installed in
accordance with the manufacturer’s published installation procedures unless otherwise noted on the plans. A
streetlight junction box (provided by City) shall be placed adjacent to each streetlight standard.
Standards shall not be placed on foundations until at least seven (7) days after placement of the foundation
concrete. Standards shall be installed plumb (vertical). Shimming is not acceptable. Adjustments shall be made
with the double nut arrangement. Grouting mortar, non-shrink, non-metallic grouting mortar such as Masterflow
713 Grout (manufactured by Master Builders Division of Martin Marietta, Corp.) or an approved equal shall be
mixed and placed as recom mended by the manufacturer. Grout Mortar shall be placed between the base of the
standard and the foundation. It shall be solidly packed a minimum of three (3) inches under the standard as
measured from the outside edge of the base plate and be struck vertical with the outside edge of the base plate to
the top of the foundation. The thickness of the grouting mortar shall be a minimum of one (1) inch, i.e. the distance
between the base plate and the foundation shall be one (1) inch minimum.
Concrete shall be ready-mixed in accordance with ASTM 94 and shall be sufficiently mixed to ensure complete
uniformity of the batch. The concrete shall have a minimum compressive strength of 4000 PSI at twenty-eight (28)
days. Absolute water-cement ratio shall not exceed 0.45. Slump shall not exceed four (4) inches without the
approval of the City. Maximum normal coarse aggregate size shall not exceed one (1) inch. A minimum of six (6)
bags of cement per yard of mix shall be used. Cement shall be Portland Cement Type II in accordance with ASTM
C150, unless otherwise specified on the plans. Fine aggregate shall be in accordance with ASTM C33, with the
exception that only natural sand shall be accepted. Coarse aggregate shall consist of clean, durable, hard-crushed
stone, gravel, or a proper combination thereof, in accordance with ASTM C33. Only natural materials shall be
accepted. Water for mixing and curing concrete shall be potable and free from injurious amounts of any substance
that may be detrimental to concrete or anchor bolts. No additives shall be used in concrete without the written
approval of the City. Chlorides shall not be used in concrete mix.
The Contractor, unless otherwise instructed, shall be required to make a set of compressive test
specimens, each set consisting of four (4) compressive test cylinders made in accordance with ASTM C31.
One set of compressive test specimens shall be made from each truck load (batch). Testing of the
cylinders shall be handled by the Contractor through a qualif ied testing laboratory and the cost of testing
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shall be borne by the Contractor. Contractor shall require the laboratory to send the compressive test
reports to the City of Ukiah, Electric Utility Department (UEUD). One sample shall be tested at seven (7) days
and two (2) at twenty-eight (28) days. One cylinder shall be held for a 45-day break in the event of a low break.
The Contractor shall identify low break test. The Contractor shall maintain a record identifying the location of all
streetlight foundations poured from each truck load. A copy of these records shall be forwarded to the Ukiah
Electric Utility Department.
Connection to the power source (point of interconnection) at padmount transformers, secondary boxes or other
source will be made by the Ukiah Electric Utility Department. Only authorized City of Ukiah employees shall be
permitted access to City owned/maintained electrical equipment. The contractor shall provide and install all
conductors and make all electric connections up to the point of interconnection. Fuseholders, insulating boots,
fuses shall be provide by the City. The contractor shall coordinate work at the point of interconnection with the
Ukiah Electric Utility Department - call (707)467-5775.
All conductor junction connectors shall be properly sized for the number and size of conductors to be connected
and shall be separable without cutting the conductors. Wire nuts and splitbolt connectors are acceptable types of
connectors. All conductor junction connections shall be capable of satisfactory operation under continuous
submersion in water. The Dryconn silicone-filled wire connector Type KB - Aqua/Blue from King Innovation is
an acceptable product. Other connectors may be waterproofed with the following product: The 3M™ Scotch®
Scotchseal Compound #2229.
Ground electrodes shall be one-piece lengths of galvanized steel rod or copper clad steel rod not less than 5/8
inches in diameter and 8 ft. in length. One (1) #6 AWG solid bare copper conductor shall be used to c onnect the
ground electrode to the grounding screw in the standard. The #6 copper conductor shall be continuous through the
grounding screw in the standard and of sufficient length to reach a minimum of 1.5 ft. outside the standard through
the handhole for connection to the grounding (equipment bonding) conductors. The ground electrode shall be
connected to the ground rod using a ground rod clamp. Acceptable ground rod clamps are “Joslyn J8492AB” or
“Blackburn JAB58H”.
Conductors shall be stranded THWN copper of the gauge shown on the plans. Wire sizes shall be based on
American Wire Gauge (AWG). The conductor diameter shall not be less than 98% of the specified AWG diameter.
Provide sufficient conductors in each standard to permit bringing the fuses and connectors outside of the standard
through the handhole (minimum 1.5 ft.)
Conductors shall be color coded as follows:
Green - equipment grounding conductor;
White - neutral for 120 volt systems;
Gray - neutral for 277 volt systems;
Black - the energized conductor for 120 volt systems and one of the energized conductors for 208 and 240 volt
systems, and;
Red - the other energized conductor for 208 and 240 volt systems
Brown – the energized conductor for 277 volt systems.
The contactor shall furnish all labor, materials, tools, and equipment to install the streetlight conduit system using
the horizontal direction drilling (boring) method. Work includes, but not limited to, proper installation, testing,
restoration of underground utilities and environmental protection and restoration. All directional drilling operations
shall be performed by a qualified directional drilling company who has at least three (3) years’ experience involving
work of a similar nature. The company must have installed a m inimum of 25,000 linear feet of pipe using
directional drilling operations or supply a list of project references, prior to job commencement. The contractor shall
submit specifications on directional drilling equipment to be used to ensure that the equipm ent will be adequate to
complete the project. Equipment list is to include but not be limited to: drilling rig, mud system, mud motors (if
applicable), down-hole tools, guidance system, and rig safety systems. Include calibration records for guidance
equipment. Submit any specifications for any drilling fluid additives that might be used.
The contractor shall expose all sewer laterals before boring operations commence.
Conduit size to be 1” HDPE. High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) conduits shall be smoothwall schedule 40, meeting
NEMA TC7 and ANSI D1248 specifications. Color shall be gray. Conduits shall be equipped with SILICORE®
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inner lining or approved equivalent system for ease of installing conductor. Conduits shall be continuous i.e.
couplings or fuse joints are not permitted. Couplings are permitted immediately adjacent to streetlight foundations,
junction boxes and/or power sources for connection of a PVC schedule 40 elbow to the HDPE conduit. Such
coupling shall be of the compression type.
All materials are subject to approval by the City of Ukiah, Electric Utility Department prior to installation. Material
submittals, for approval, shall be forwarded to the Ukiah Electric Utility Department.
13-07. Bonding and Grounding Bonding and grounding shall conform to Ukiah Electric Utility Department
specification, 314 1007 and 314 1008.
13-08. Maintaining Traffic The Contractor shall notify local authorities of the Contractor’s intent to begin work at
least 5 days before work is begun. The Contractor shall cooperate with local authorities relative to handling traffic
through the area and shall make all arrangements relative to keeping the working area clear of parked vehicles.
Lane closures shall conform to the provisions in the section of these special provisions entitled “Traffic Control”.
Payment – Full compensation for conforming to the requirements of this section shall be considered as included in
the prices paid for the various contract items of work involved and no additional compensation will be allowed
therefore.
13-09. Dust Control and Watering Dust control and watering shall conform to the provisions in Sections 10 "Dust
Control" and 17 "Watering" of the California Standard Specifications and these Special Provisions.
The Contractor at their expense shall provide their own water for dust control and project construction.
Necessary precautions to prevent dust nuisance shall be taken during all phases of construction, on non-working
days, and to final acceptance of the work.
Payment for dust control and watering shall be considered as included in the various items of work and no
additional compensation will be allowed therefore.
13-10. Traffic Control Traffic control shall conform to Section 12 "Construction Area Traffic Control Devices" of
the California Standard Specifications and these Special Provisions. Attention is particularly directed to the
"MANUAL OF TRAFFIC CONTROLS FOR CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE WORK ZONES" published by
Caltrans. Nothing in these Specifications is to be construed as to reduce the minimum standards set in said
manual.
Traffic shall be maintained at all times as provided in these Special Provisions except as otherwise approved by the
Engineer.
The Contractor will be required to keep all residents and businesses notified of the work schedule as it affects their
access.
The Contractor shall maintain contact with the Ukiah Electric Utility Department dispatch office regarding start and
completion of the following:
Construction activity that may impede emergency vehicles, school buses, etc.
Construction activity such as trenches or other excavation that prohibit access.
Construction activity that removes a fire hydrant from service.
The Contractor shall provide the name and telephone number of a person directly responsible for the construction
activity to the Ukiah Police and Fire Departments and Life Medical Paramedic Ambulance Service
The City will furnish "No Parking" signs which shall be posted by the Contractor.
The Contractor shall be responsible for supplying, installing and maintaining such fences, barriers, lights, signs and
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flaggers as are necessary to give adequate warning to the public at all times that the road or street is under
construction and of any dangerous conditions to be encountered as a result thereof.
All traffic control equipment shall be removed when it is no longer required.
Upon request, the Contractor shall submit to the Engineer a sketch showing the proposed signing and barricading
to be used in the project.
All existing warning, regulatory, and information signs shall be maintained in a visible location during all phases of
the construction by the Contractor.
If it becomes necessary for the City of Ukiah to replace or place additional barricades in order to provide adequate
safety to the public, the Contractor will be charged $1 per barricade per day or portion thereof plus the cost of
placement and removal. The Contractor will also be charged for replacement of damaged City barricades. The
Contractor shall furnish and place barricades within 3 working days. No removal charge will be made if the
Contractor returns City barricades to the Municipal Service Center.
Full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, equipment and incidentals for doing all work involved in
furnishing and placing barricades, warning devices, and for flaggers as may be required by the Engineer shall be
considered as included in the price paid for the various items of work, and no additional compensation will be
allowed therefore.
13-11. Protection of Existing Facilities Protection of existing facilities shall conform to all the applicable
provisions in Section 8-1.10 "Utility and Non-Highway Facilities" and Section 15 "Existing Highway Facilities" of the
California Standard Specifications and these Special Provisions.
All known obstructions to the work are indicated on the plans. However, the City cannot guarantee the accuracy of
this information. The Contractor will be held responsible for the maintenanc e and protection of or damage to
existing facilities, structures, obstructions and all underground facilities shown on the Plans or brought to the
Contractor's attention during the course of the work.
The Contractor shall notify owner agencies for locations of utilities or facilities prior to excavation.
The owning utility shall be immediately notified of any damage which is caused by the operations of the Contractor
to any facility, utility or structure. At the owning utility's discretion, repairs shall be made by the Contractor at the
owning utility's direction or by the utility, all to the satisfaction of the Engineer.
13-12. Removal Methods Removal of existing improvements shall conform to Section 15-2 "Miscellaneous
Highway Facilities" of the California Standard Specifications, these Special Provisions and as shown on the Plans.
All portions of existing concrete to be removed shall be removed in a smooth, neat, vertical plane. Where
expansion, contraction or construction joints are not present, the concrete shall be saw cut to a minimum depth of
1-1/2 inches. If an expansion, contraction or construction joint is within 3 feet of the concrete to be removed, the
concrete shall be removed to that joint.
Prior to final paving, all portions of existing pavement to be removed shall be cut on a neat, straight line. Pavement
removed outside the removal line shall be cut parallel to and at right angles to the removal line. The face of the cut
shall be smooth and shall not overhang the removal area. Drop hammers are not allowed. Jackhammers may be
used if the cuts are overlapped and meet the above criteria. Where edges of remaining pavement are raised by the
removal method used, they shall be flattened with a mechanical tamper prior to setting frames or replacing
pavement.
Where an excavation leaves less than 2 feet of pavement adjacent to the gutter, the remaining pavement shall be
removed and replaced.
All removed material, unless otherwise specified, shall become the property of the Contractor and shall be disposed
of outside of the right-of-way.
Payment for removal and disposal of existing improvements shall be in accordance with Section 15-2.07 "Payment"
of the California Standard Specifications.
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13-13. Vacuum Excavation All pothole work to expose existing utilities shall be done by vacuum excavation
methods. The preferred method of excavation shall be by high pressure air. Use of water fluid for excavation shall
only be by permission of the City Engineer. Maximum dimension of the pothole shall be 12 inches by 12 inches. All
excavation material shall be removed and disposed of by the contractor. Backfill material shall be Class 2
aggregate base compacted to 90% relative compaction. Prior to paving, the pothole shall be cut to provide a clean
vertical edge to pave against. The final dimension of the pothole prior to paving shall be 12 inches by 12 inches
maximum. The asphalt concrete shall be a ½ inch mix having a depth of 4 inches.
All pothole work shall comply with the Traffic Control provisions of these specifications.
Full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, equipment and incidentals for doing the work involved in
performing the pothole operation shall be considered as included in the price paid for the various items of work, and
no additional compensation will be allowed therefore.
13-14. Pipe and Structure Excavation, Backfill and Compaction Excavation and backfill for pipe, manholes
and miscellaneous structures shall conform to the provisions in Section 19.3 "Structure Excavation and Backfill" of
the California Standard Specifications, and these Special Provisions.
Pavement and concrete removal shall conform to Section 13-11 "Removal Methods" of these Special Provisions.
All excavation shall be made to the lines and grades shown on the Plans. Trench edges shall be no closer than 1
foot to the toe of the gutter unless otherwise approved by the Engineer. Where mud, peat or any unstable or
objectionable material is encountered at or within 6 inches of the bottom of any excavation, such material shall be
removed to a depth of at least 12 inches below the established grade and the trench brought to grade by placing a
suitable material thoroughly compacted in place, all as approved by the Engineer.
Trench width, bedding and backfill for pipe shall conform to "Pipe Bedding and Backfill Requirements", as shown on
plans.
Ponding or jetting of backfill is not allowed unless specifically shown on the Plans.
Trench backfill shall attain a relative compaction of 90 percent around conduit duct bank and 95 percent within 30”
of finish grade. Backfill compaction within the structural section shall be as shown on the Plans. Structural backfill
around all structures and manholes shall attain a relative compaction of 92 percent. The Contractor shall be
responsible for scheduling compaction testing per City requirements (required every 50 lineal feet of trench). The
cost for compaction testing shall be included in the total bid cost.
Backfill in street areas shall be brought to subgrade and the existing surfacing shall be replaced with the structural
section shown on the Plans.
Trench backfill shall be accomplished as soon as possible after the pipe has been installed.
The Contractor shall conduct the construction operations so that trench backfill at all intersections is sufficiently
adequate to allow 2-way traffic in both directions during all phases of construction unless otherwise specified.
Payment for pipe and structure excavation and backfill shall be considered as included in the price paid for the
various items of work requiring excavation and backfill and no additional compensation will be allowed therefore.
13-15. Excavation Safety Excavation Safety shall conform to the provisions in Sections 5-1.02A "Trench
Excavation Safety Plans" and 7-1.01E "Trench Safety" of the California Standard Specifications and these Special
Provisions.
In making excavations for the project, the Contractor shall be fully responsible for providing and installing adequate
sheeting, shoring and bracing as may be necessary as a precaution against slides or cave-ins and to fully protect all
existing improvements of any kind from damage.
The Contractor shall obtain a permit from the Division of Industrial Safety and shall submit a copy of the approved
permit to the Engineer prior to the start of any excavation greater than 5 foot in depth. The cost of the permit shall
be included in the total bid cost. If the shoring and bracing plan varies from the shoring system standards
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established by the Construction Safety Orders, the plan shall be prepared by a registered civil or structural
engineer.
The criteria given by the California Department of Industrial Relations are MINIMA for the conditions shown
thereon. In addition to shoring the excavation as specified, it shall be the Contractor's responsibility to provide any
and all additional shoring required to support the sides of the excavation against the effects of loads which may
exceed those derived by using the criteria set forth by said governing agency. The Contractor shall be solely
responsible for any damages which may result from failure to provide adequate shoring to support the excavations
under any or all of the conditions of loading which may exist or which may arise during the construction project.
The contract price paid per lump sum for excavation safety shall include full compensation for furnishing all labor,
materials, permits and equipment and for doing all work involved as specified under these Special Provisions and
no additional compensation will be allowed therefore.
13-16. Sprinklers and Landscaping All sprinkler systems, landscaping, sod or turf shall be reinstalled to its
original condition.
13-17. Clean-Up Clean-up shall conform to the provisions in Section 22 "Finishing Roadway" of the California
Standard Specifications and these Special Provisions.
Upon completion of the work, and prior to requesting final inspection, the work area shall be thoroughly cleaned of
all rubbish, construction forms, stakes, excess material, and equipment, and all portions of the work shall be left in
a neat and orderly condition. The final inspection will not be made until this has been accomplished.
Full compensation for clean-up shall be considered as included in the price paid for the various contract items of
work requiring finishing, and no additional compensation will be allowed therefore.
13-18. Aggregate Base Aggregate base shall be Class 2 and shall conform to the provisions of Section 26
"Aggregate Bases" of the California Standard Specifications and these Special Provisions.
Aggregate grading shall be 3/4" maximum unless otherwise approved by the Engineer. The Contractor shall submit
current gradation, R-value, sand equivalent, and durability index test results as requested by the Engineer.
Aggregate base shall not be placed until the subgrade has been approved by the Engineer. In lieu of the placement
requirements specified in Section 26, aggregate base material shall be placed upon prepared subgrade in a
uniform windrow or layer, and after placing, the material shall be graded, compacted and watered in accordance
with the requirements of Section 26-1.05 "Compaction" of the California Standard Specifications and the
construction plans. Motor graders may be used for the aforementioned grading.
Aggregate base shall be compacted as specified in the Standard Specifications to a relative compaction of 95
percent.
Finished grade shall be within 0.05 feet of plan grade.
The contract price paid per ton of aggregate base shall include full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials,
tools and equipment and for doing all work involved in
placing, compacting and watering aggregate base as shown on the plans and as specified in these Special
Provisions, and no additional compensation will be allowed therefore.
13-19. Asphalt Concrete Asphalt concrete shall be ½-inch maximum, medium grade, Type A and shall conform
to these Special Provisions and the following sections of the Standard Specifications:
39-1 General
39-2 Materials
39-3 Storing, Proportioning and Mixing Materials
39-4.01 Subgrade
39-4.02 Prime Coat and Paint Binder
Paving asphalt shall be PG64-16 conforming to the latest published provisions in Section 92, “Asphalts,” of the
California Standard Specifications. Asphalt Concrete pavement shall be placed at a minimum compacted thickness
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as shown on the Plans. Asphalt Concrete pavement shall be placed in lifts; the surface lift shall not exceed a
compacted thickness of two (2) inches, initial spreading of asphalt shall be at a mix temperature not less than 250
degrees F. Breakdown compaction shall be completed before the temperature of the mix drops below 200 degrees
F. (See Caltrans Std. Spec Section 39-6.01).
Binder Coat (tack coat) shall be Type SS-1, conforming to previsions of the American Asphalt institute
Specifications and California Standard Specifications, Section 94, “Asphaltic Emulsions.” All articles apply except
Article 94-1.07, “Measurement.”
Measurement: Asphalt concrete will be measured by the ton as determined by the Public Weighmaster
Certificates. Duplicate load slips shall be furnished to the Engineer by and at the sole expense of the
Contractor. Where the Contractor has performed unauthorized grinding, the Contractor shall backfill with
asphalt concrete to the original subgrade plane shown on the Plans at the Contractor’s expense. The Engineer
shall calculate the excess quantity of asphalt concrete necessary to backfill to the original subgrade plane and
this quantity will be deducted from the total asphalt concrete tonnage installed.”
13-20. Asphalt Concrete Trench Paving. Asphalt concrete and the placing thereof shall conform to the
requirements of Section 39, “Asphalt Concrete,” of the California Standard Specifications, and these Special
Provisions.
Final asphalt concrete trench paving shall be 0.45’ to 12” outside either side of the trench width.
Asphalts: Temporary paving on all trenches shall be hot mix asphalt concrete installed a minimum 2” thick placed
each day over the work.
The amount of asphalt binder to be mixed with the aggregate will be specified by the Engineer at the time of paving.
A different asphalt binder content may be specified for each lift and each location.
General Requirements: The Contractor shall provide compaction of backfill and base material as the job
progresses, each day. Temporary paving will be placed over the work, each day, leaving not more than 25 feet
unpaved. This temporary paving shall be removed for final trench paving. The balance of the trench shall be
covered with skid resistant steel plates (with a coefficient of friction of 0.35 or greater per CTM342), capable of
sustaining normal (H20) traffic loads without shifting or bouncing, and shall be secured per Caltrans requirements.
Hot Mix asphalt concrete shall be placed and compacted around all edges of steel plates with a sufficient width and
gradual slope in order to provide a smooth transition to existing pavement.
Finished asphalt trench paving shall be even, smooth riding and have an appearance that is compatible to the
surrounding surface, unless proper written approval has been provided by the Engineer.
The Engineer may require additional paving beyond the minimum dimensions shown in STD. 220 (36” beyond the
trench wall), or as shown on the plans, where records indicate that the existing pavement or structural section is as
shown on the plans.
Payment: Full compensation for furnishing and installing temporary and permanent trench paving shall be
considered as included in the prices paid for the pipe items and no additional allowance will be made therefor.
13-21. Curbs, Sidewalks and Miscellaneous Concrete Curb, gutter, sidewalk, driveways, alley approaches and
any other miscellaneous concrete structures shall be constructed as shown on the plans, and applicable City of
Ukiah Standard Plans, and shall conform to the provisions in Section 73 "Concrete Curbs and Sidewalks" of the
California Standard Specifications and these Special Provisions.
a.) Earthwork: Earthwork shall conform to the plans and Section 13-12 of these Special Provisions.
The area between the right-of-way line and the back of sidewalk shall be graded to 1/4-inch per foot
and sufficient compactive effort and moisture shall be applied to this area to prevent settlement. Voids
shall be filled with topsoil, not sand. Water service or other boxes and facilities shall be adjusted to
grade.
b.) Curb, gutter, and sidewalk: Curb, gutter and sidewalk shall be of monolithic construction.
Construction joints shall be edged and shall conform to the proposed scoring pattern.
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Expansion joint material shall be installed to the full depth of the concrete at locations shown on the
plans and as designated by the Engineer.
Side inlet catch basin and drop inlet catch basin concrete may be placed against neat excavation of
undisturbed earth.
Concrete retaining walls shall be formed with plywood and all exposed edges shall be edged. After the
back form has been removed, the void shall be backfilled to grade with clean native top soil.
c.) Commercial curb, gutter, and sidewalk: Commercial curb, gutter and sidewalk shall be of monolithic
construction. Construction joints shall be edged and shall conform to the existing scoring pattern.
Curb, gutter and sidewalk shall be constructed per City of Ukiah Standard Plan.
d.) Concrete: Portland cement concrete shall be Class "B" conforming to Section 90 "Portland Cement
Concrete" of the Standard Specifications with a minimum compressive strength of 2500 psi at 28 days.
All concrete used shall be mixed completely in a truck mixer, commonly known in the industry as
"transit-mixed concrete".
e.) Forms: Forming requirements shall conform to the provisions in Section 73-1.04 "Forms" of the
California Standard Specifications. If clean neat lines can be cut, the Contractor may pour against
undisturbed earth with prior approval by the Engineer. If any sloughing or caving of material occurs,
both front and back forms may be required.
Forms shall be true to lines and grades as shown on the plans.
Forms previously used shall be thoroughly cleaned before re-use. Before concrete is placed within
any form, all inside surfaces of the forms shall be thoroughly coated with an approved oil.
All forms shall be free of any foreign material previous to placing concrete.
f.) Concrete Reinforcement: Mesh and reinforcing steel shall conform to the provisions in Section 52-
1.02 "Materials" of the California Standard Specifications.
All reinforcing steel shall be accurately placed as shown on the plans.
All reinforcement shall be cleaned of dirt, rust, grease, loose scale and any other substance that may
prevent concrete bonding. All reinforcement shall be securely positioned and supported so as to
maintain the proper position during placement of concrete.
g.) Concrete Placement: Concrete shall not be placed without approval of the Engineer. Placing concrete
without notifying the Engineer may be reason for rejection of the work.
Prior to placing concrete, the subgrade and inside face of the forms shall be thoroughly wetted as the
Engineer may direct.
Concrete shall not be deposited when it appears likely that the air temperature may fall below 40 F
during the placing of concrete or within the following 24 hours, unless special approval has been
received from the Engineer prior to placing of concrete. Concrete which, in the opinion of the
Engineer, has been damaged by freezing shall be removed and replaced.
Monolithic curb, gutter and sidewalk or median curb and gutter may be placed with extrusion
machinery. The machinery shall be approved by the Engineer prior to use.
The Contractor shall install bench mark monuments as shown on the plans. The City of Ukiah will
furnish the bench mark monuments without cost to the Contractor.
If the plans do not call for sidewalk, side inlet catch basins shall be constructed with a 3-foot by 5-foot
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section unless otherwise indicated on the plans.
h.) Finishing: After steel troweling, the concrete surfaces shall be given a fine hair broom finish.
Brooming on sidewalk shall be transverse to the length of curb.
All exposed concrete surfaces shall be finished unless otherwise directed by the Engineer.
Score marks and weakened plane joints shall be located as shown on the plans and as directed by the
Engineer.
i.) Cure: Concrete cure shall be accomplished by either the water, pigmented curing compound or
waterproof membrane method and shall conform to the provisions in Section 90-7 "Curing Concrete"
of the California Standard Specifications. White pigmented curing compound shall not be used on
exposed surfaces.
j.) Tolerances: Dimensional tolerances for concrete work are listed below. Work done outside of these
tolerances will be rejected by the Engineer.
Curb, gutter, sidewalk thickness: Up to 1/4-inch below specified thickness.
Flow line: Puddles shall not exceed 1/4-inch in depth, 6 inches in width or 10 feet in length. Grinding
in excess of 1/2-inch and the use of epoxy fillers are not acceptable.
Sidewalk crossfall: Total crossfall on 5-foot sidewalks shall be within 1/2-inch of design.
Catch basins: The opening shall be a full 8 inches across the face of the catch basin with the top
properly aligned within 3 inches of the base.
k.) Payment: Curb and gutter, sidewalk, street sign posts, driveways and mowstrips shall be paid for
under the various contract items and shall include full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials,
including the cast-iron frames and grates, adjusting facilities within the sidewalk to grade, grading and
adjustments at the back of walk, removal of existing facilities, tools and equipment, and for doing all
work involved in their construction as shown on the plans and as specified under these Special
Provisions, and no additional compensation will be allowed therefore.
13-22. Soil and Groundwater Disposal.
13-22 (A) General: Bidder’s attention is directed to the fact that the proposed project is located in an area that
contains no known subsurface petroleum hydrocarbon contamination.
The contractor shall maintain awareness of potential signs of soil and groundwater contamination throughout the
project limits and shall notify the City immediately upon discovery. Conditions indicative of contamination may be
either visual (staining in soil, sheen on water surface) or olfactory (petroleum hydrocarbon odors.)
Upon the discovery of suspected contaminated materials, the Contractor shall immediately provide 40-hour OSHA-
HAZWOPER certified workers in the contaminated area. The Contractor shall also provide a field Site Safety
Officer that is also an 8-hour OSHA-HAZWOPER Supervisor trained to directly oversee the contaminated materials
removal and handling operation. All workers in this circumstance must have their initial and annual renewal
refresher training, medical clearance and personal protection equipment in accordance with 8CCR Section 5192.
13-22 (B) Soil: None of the excavated material shall be disposed of on the work site. All material excavated from
trenches in the project area shall be the property of the Contractor. Prior to disposal of any excess material from
the work site, the Contractor shall submit to the Engineer written authorization for such disposal and entry
permission signed by the approved disposal site. Contractor shall comply with all disposal regulations such as City,
County, and/or State permits and license, as may be required.
13-22 (C) Water: Groundwater may be encountered during the course of excavation. If it is encountered, the
Contractor shall immediately notify the City. The Contractor shall remove all water which accumulates in the
excavation during the progress of work until the pipe or other structures are installed and until backfilling has
progressed to a sufficient height to anchor the work against possible flotation or leakage. At all times, the
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Contractor shall have a minimum of 2 working pumps available for immediate use at all times.
Water accumulated in excavations shall be discharged to the sanitary sewer under the supervision of City staff.
Said water shall be disposed of in a manner as to cause no injury to public or private property, or be a menace to
public health. Sediment shall be removed from any water to be disposed of, prior to discharge, by placing the pump
inlet hose into a sump filled with clean gravel, or a perforated bucket filled with clean gravel. The outlet of the pump
shall have a filter sock installed to retain residual sediment.
If any odor, sheen or other visual discrepancy is noted during excavation or discharge, stop pumping and
immediately notify the Engineer. Pumped groundwater will not be allowed into any watercourse or storm drain
system.
Contractor shall be responsible for constructing, operating and maintaining all necessary features to complete the
work including furnishing, installing and maintaining all pumping and other equipment required to dewater any
trenches containing water as may be encountered during performance of the work. Dewatering plan for each
occurrence shall be approved by the Engineer prior to implementation. At the permanent conclusion of dewatering
operations, all dewatering equipment shall be removed from the job site.
Payment: Full compensation for disposal of all excavated material and trenchwater, including, but not limited
to, transportation costs and soil disposal fees and providing all necessary equipment and labor (including back -
up pumping equipment) shall be considered as included in the contract prices paid for various contract items of
work and no additional compensation will be allowed therefor. The City will pay discharge fees for the
necessary disposal of trenchwater.
13-23. Traffic Stripes and Pavement Markings Traffic stripes and pavement markings shall conform to the
applicable provisions of Section 84, “Traffic Stripes and Pavement Markings,” of the California Standard
Specifications, City of Ukiah Standards, and these Special Provisions and shall be placed at the locations shown on
the plans.
Stripes and pavement markings shall be thermoplastic.
Existing stripes and pavement markings which are damaged by the work shall be replaced. Replaced sections
shall match existing sections. Patching is not acceptable in lieu of complete replacement.
Payment: Traffic Stripes and Pavement Markings shall be paid for at the contract lump sum price, which price
shall include full compensation for furnishing all equipment, tools, and labor, and doing all the work involved, as
herein specified, including
removal of existing striping and markings,
furnishing all paint and glass beads,
thermoplastic pavement marking material,
tape,
eradication of existing and temporary traffic stripes,
temporary traffic stripes and pavement markings,
replacement of damaged stripes and markings,
and doing all the work involved as herein specified and no additional allowance will be made therefore.
13-24. Signal, Lighting and Electrical Systems All work shall meet the requirements of Section 86-1.02
“Regulations and Code” of the California Standard Specifications.
13-25. Maintaining Existing Systems The Contractor shall maintain existing signal and lighting systems in
accordance with Section 86-1.05 “Maintaining Existing and Temporary Electrical Systems” and these Special
Provisions.
Prior to disconnecting traffic loops, temporary traffic cameras are to be installed at the Gobbi St. and State St.
intersection and the Gobbi St. and Orchard Ave. intersection for any approach that is affected by cut traffic loops to
keep signal performance at the optimum operational level for the duration of the project. Upon completion, new
traffic loops shall be installed following the Cal Trans standard for each cut location. Three locations are
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anticipated.
13-26. Boring and Jacking. Installation of bore and jack facilities shall be constructed in accordance with the
details shown on the plans and as specified in these Special Provisions.
Unless otherwise specified, the methods and equipment used in jacking casing shall be optional with the
Contractor, provided that the proposed method is approved by the Engineer. Such approval, however, shall in no
way relieve the Contractor of the responsibility for making a satisfactory installation meeting the criteria set forth
herein. Only workers experienced in jacking operations shall be used in performing the work.
The Contractor shall confirm location of all existing utilities within and adjacent to the proposed location of the bored
and jacked casing by potholing prior to excavating the boring/jacking and receiving pits. Where a utility goes
through a boring or receiving pit it shall be adequately supported and protected. The Contractor shall be aware that
underground utilities such as electrical, gas, sewer, and water lines may exist near the drill path.
Contractor shall have all materials and equipment on site prior to beginning bore and jack operations.
The drilling shall be performed only with equipment adequate for the length and diameter of the bore.
The leading section of casing shall be equipped with a jacking head securely anchored thereto to prevent any
wobble or variation in alignment during the jacking operation.
Casing shall be jacked true to line and grade and the Contractor shall modify the jacking operation to correct any
deviation.
The driving ends of the casing shall be properly protected against spalling and other damage, and intermediate
joins shall be similarly protected by the installation of sufficient bearing shims to properly distribute the jacking
stresses. Any section of the casing showing signs of failure shall be removed and replaced with a new section that
is adequate to carry the loads imposed upon it.
Excavation of boring and receiving pits shall be the minimum size necessary to complete the work. The
excavations for the boring or jacking operations shall be adequately shored to ensure against ground movement in
the vicinity of the jack supports. Boring and receiving pits shall be kept dry at all times.
Excavation shall be made in excess of the outer dimensions of the casing bei ng jacked unless approved the
Engineer. Every effort shall be made to avoid any loss of earth outside the jacking head. Excavated material shall
be removed from the casing as excavation progresses, and no accumulation of such material within the casing will
be permitted.
Steel casing shall be in accordance with ASTM A53, Grade B or STTM A139, Grade B with minimum yield strength
of 35,000 psi. The minimum casing inside diameter shall be at 26 and 12 inches, and the minimum casing wall
thickness shall be 0.375 inch. The joints of sections of casing to be jacked shall be welded with a continuous
circumferential weld. It shall be the Contractor’s responsibility to provide stress transfer across the joints that are
capable of resisting the jacking forces involved. Welding shall be performed by a certified welder with a least three
years experience in continuous circumferential welds.
The electric conduits to be installed in the casing shall be PVC Sch 40 meeting NEMA TC-2, TC-3 and UL 651
(Conduit) and 514b (Fittings) specifications. Payment for the installation of conduits shall be included in the lump
sum cost for Bore and Jack.
The ATT and Comcast conduits to be installed in the casing shall be PVC Sch 40 meeting NEMA TC-2, TC-3 and
UL 651 (Conduit) and 514b (Fittings) specifications. Payment for the installation of conduits shall be included in the
lump sum cost for Bore and Jack.
Contact grouting shall commence immediately once the casing is installed and the auger boring equipment has
been removed from the tunnel. The Contractor shall inject the approved eight sack sand slurry grout mix through
the 2-inch treaded steel grout ports in such a manner as to completely fill all voids outside the casing pipe resulting
from the boring or jacking operation. The 2-inch ports shall be regularly spaced at 10 feet on center alternating at
30 degrees from plumb each side of the vertical centerline. Longitudinal spacing between the grout connections
may be decreased to provide more frequent grouting, but in no case shall the spacing specified be exceeded.
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Grout pressure shall be controlled a 5-psi so as to avoid deformation of the steel casing and avoid movement of the
surrounding ground. In subsequent order, each port shall be connected and pumped to 5 -psi or until grout is
exposed in subsequent open port. If pressure exceeds 5-psi the pump hose will be moved to the next open port.
Each group port shall be closed with a cast-iron threaded plug prior to moving on to the next grout port. This
process shall be repeated until every grout port has been closed. Grout pressure shall be monitored and controlled
by the pump operator who is positioned so that all gauges on the pump are clearly visible.
The electric conduits shall be band together with a ½” stainless steel band placed at 5 foot intervals. The electric
conduit duct bank shall be slid into the case as one unit.
The annular space between the casing and the conduit duct bank shall be filled with sand. Sand for backfill in the
annular space shall be clean and 100% shall pass through a No. 30 sieve. The Contractor shall furnish sand,
equipment, hoses, valves, and fittings for filing the annular space between the casing and the electric duct bank.
Sand shall be conveyed by air through a hose and deposited by air pressure in its final position. The sand shall be
free of lumps to flow unimpeded sand to completely fill all voids. In general, sand backfill will be considered
completed when no more sand can be forced into the annular space. The Contractor shall document the volume of
sand backfill placed. The Contractor shall protect and preserve the interior surfaces of the steel casing from
damage. The last 18” of the case shall be sealed with concrete pumped in from a 2” hole at the top of the case.
After jacking equipment and excavated materials from boring and jacking operations have been removed from the
jacking pit, the Contractor shall remove all loose and disturbed materials below pipe grade to undisturbed earth.
Backfill for boring pits and trench shall be Class 2 aggregate base ¾” maximum conforming to Section 26
“Aggregate Base,” of the California Standard Specifications except for payment. No separate measurement or
payment will be made for aggregate base used to backfill bore pits. Backfill for boring pits shall be compacted to
not less than 90 percent relative compaction, except that when placed under roadbed, relative compaction shall not
be less than 95 percent within three feet of finished grade, as determined by California Test 216 and 231. Trench
paving of boring pits will be measured and paid for under contract item “Trench Paving”.
The Contractor shall apply for an underground classification for the jack and bore operation from Department of
Industrial Relations, Mining and Tunneling Unit, 2211 Park Towne Circle, Sacramento, CA 95825, Telephone: 916-
574-2540.
The provisions in this section will not relieve the Contractor from his responsibility to provide such additional devices
or take such measures as may be necessary to comply with the provisions in Section 7-1.09, “Public Safety,” of the
California Standard Specifications.
Measurement. Bore and Jack will be measured by lump sum.
Payment. Bore and jack will be measured and paid for at the contract lump sum price, which price shall include full
compensation for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and doing all work involved, including, as
specified herein:
Potholing,
Excavation,
Keeping the pits dry,
Disposal of contaminated soil and groundwater in conformance with these Special Provisions,
Shoring,
Steel casing,
Pipe welding,
Fittings,
Contact grouting,
Concrete end seal,
Backfilling the annular space with sand,
Backfill,
Compaction,
Removing loose material from pits,
Disposal,
Necessary permits,
And any other work required for boring and jacking not specifically enumerated on the plans or in these
specifications and no additional compensation will be allowed.
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SECTION 14. EXCLUSIONS FROM GENERAL CONDITIONS
14-01. Provisions to be Excluded from General Conditions. The following designated provisions of the
General Conditions are hereby determined to be inapplicable to the proposed work and, therefore, are hereby
excluded from the terms of the Notice to Bidders, Proposal, Agreement and other contract documents as though
entirely omitted from said General Conditions:
(1) Section 6-02. Office at the Site
(2) Section 7-03. Surveys
No other exclusions.
SECTION 15. AMENDMENTS TO GENERAL CONDITIONS
15-01. Sections of General Conditions to be Amended.
The following designated sections of the Special Provisions are hereby amended to read as follows:
No amendments.
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BID SUBMITTAL CHECKLIST
The following is a checklist to assist you in your submission of your bid documents. Please make sure you
include the f ollowing when submitting your bid documents to reduce the risk of having your bid rejected:
Did you include?...
o Proposal (Page ___)
Unit prices filled out clearly.
Extended prices filled out clearly and calculated correctly
Total bid amount filled out clearly and calculated correctly
Sign the proposal, and provide complete information
CLSB No. and expiration date
Department of Industrial Relations Public Works Contractor Registration Number
o Fair Employment Practices Certification (Page ___)
Filled out c ompletely per instruction
o Worker’s Compensation Certificate (Page ____)
Filled out completely per instruction
o Certification of Non -Discrimination in Employment (Page ___)
Filled out completely per instruction
o List of Proposed Subcontractors (Page _____)
Filled out completely per instruction
o Statement of Experience (Page ____)
o Signature of Bidder (Page _____)
Filled out completely per instruction
Authorized signature provided
o Bidder’s Bond (Page _____)
Filled out completely per instruction
o Non-Collusion Affidavit (Page _____)
Filled out completely per instruction
Notarized
o Addenda Issued
Signed and Returned
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GOBBI STREET UNDERGROUNDING PROJECT 51 Spec. No. 19-03
CITY OF UKIAH
MENDOCINO COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
PROPOSAL
FOR
GOBBI STREET UNDERGROUNDING PROJECT
Specification No. 19-03
The undersigned, as bidder,
declares that he or she has examined thoroughly all of the contract documents herein contained, that this proposal
is made without collusion with any other person, firm or corporation and that all laws and ordinances relating to the
interest of public officers in this contract have been complied with in every respect.
AND he or she proposes and agrees, if this proposal is accepted,
1) that he or she will contract with the City of Ukiah, Mendocino County, California, in the form of the
copy of the agreement herein contained
a) to provide all necessary machinery, tools, apparatus and other means of construction;
b) to furnish all materials;
c) to provide all superintendence, overhead expenses and all labor and expenses of whatever
nature necessary to complete the job in conformity with the specifications and drawings and
other contract provisions herein or reasonably implied hereby or as necessary to complete the
work in the manner and within the time named herein and according to the requirements and to
the reasonable satisfaction of the City Engineer;
d) to pay all charges of freight transportation and hauling;
2) that he or she indemnifies the City against any loss or damage arising from any act of the
undersigned as Contractor; and
3) that he or she will accept as full payment therefor the following sums:
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BIDDING SCHEDULE
In the case of any discrepancy between the unit price and the total set forth for the item, the unit price shall prevail;
provided, however, that if the amount set forth as a unit price is ambiguous, unintelligible or uncertain for any
reason, or is omitted, or in the case of lump sum items, is not the same amount as the entry in the “Total” column,
then the amount set forth in the “Total” column for the item shall prevail in accordance with the following:
1. As to lump sum items, the amount set forth in the “Total” column shall be the unit price;
2. As to unit basis items, the amount set forth in the “Total” column shall be divided by the estimated quantity
for the item and the price thus obtained shall be the unit price.
The Total Base Bid shall be the sum of the items in the “Total” column. In case of discrepancy between the sum of
the items in the “Total” column and the amount entered as Total Base Bid, the sum of the “Total” column items
shall prevail. The bid comparison will be based on the sum of the items in the “total” column for each bidder.
The Unit prices for the various Construction Items below include all costs associated with the General Conditions,
Special Provisions, Requirements of the Construction Contract, and represent the total, complete, in-place cost for
each specific Construction Item in accordance with the Construction Documents, including all elements, work
components, accessories, and connections, shown in applicable details or required to yield a complete, sound and
functional component or system appropriate for its intended function, whether or not such is specifically described
or listed in any description of measurement or payment. The total amount of the Construction items below shall
represent the total and complete cost of the fully functional Project. All work not specifically listed below be
required to complete the work of the various construction items and the cost of such shall be considered as
included throughout the various unit prices indicated.
Lowest bid will be based on the lowest Base Bid.
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GOBBI STREET UNDERGROUNDING PROJECT 53 Spec. No. 19-03
NAME OF BIDDER:
SPEC #: 19-03
PROJECT NAME: GOBBI STREET UNDERGROUNDING PROJECT
ITEM
#
DESCRIPTION UNIT OF
MEASURE
QUANTITY UNIT PRICE TOTAL
1 Excavate, trench, backfill and compaction (12” x 36”
trench) LF
1592 $__________ $_________________
2 Excavate, trench, backfill and compaction (18” x 36”
trench) LF
95 $__________ $_________________
3 Excavate, trench, backfill and compaction (18” x 48”
street) LF
1207 $__________ $_________________
4 Excavate, trench, backfill and compaction (24” x 48”
trench) LF
20 $__________ $_________________
5 Excavate, trench, backfill and compaction (24” x 59”
trench) LF
2227 $__________
$_________________
6 Excavate, trench, backfill and compaction (24” x 75”
to 80” trench) LF
85 $__________
$_________________
7 Excavate, trench, backfill and compaction (30” x 48”
trench) LF
64 $__________
$_________________
8 Excavate, trench, backfill and compaction (30” x 59”
trench) LF
32 $__________
$_________________
9 Excavate, trench, backfill and compaction (30” x 61”
to 89” trench) LF
987 $__________
$_________________
10 Remove and replace asphalt concrete (12” trench) SF
1412 $__________
$_________________
11 Remove and replace asphalt concrete (18” trench) SF
1962 $__________
$_________________
12 Remove and replace asphalt concrete (24” trench) SF
2965 $__________
$_________________
13 Remove and replace asphalt concrete (30” trench) SF
2607 $__________
$_________________
14 1” PVC Sch 40 Conduit (Comcast) including
installation FT
997 $__________ $_________________
15 2” PVC Sch 40 Conduit (Comcast) including
installation FT
10,944 $__________ $_________________
16 3” PVC Sch 40 Conduit (Comcast) including
installation FT
35 $__________ $_________________
17 2” PVC Sch 40 Conduit (AT&T) including installation FT
1084 $__________ $_________________
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18 4” PVC Sch 40 Conduit (AT&T) including installation FT
16,098 $__________ $_________________
19 2” PVC Sch 40 Conduit (Electric) including
installation FT
808 $__________ $_________________
20 3” PVC Sch 40 Conduit (Electric) including
installation FT
1614 $__________ $_________________
21 4” PVC Sch 40 Conduit (Electric) including
installation FT
4158 $__________ $_________________
22 6” PVC Sch 40 Conduit (Electric) including
installation FT
3226 $__________ $_________________
23 Sidewalk removal and replacement for installation of
electric, cable & AT&T vaults and boxes SF
675 $__________ $_________________
24
Curb and gutter removal and replacement for
installation of electric, cable & AT&T vaults and
boxes
LF
15 $__________
$_________________
25 Excavate, backfill, compaction and install cable
service vault (B48) EA
12 $__________ $_________________
26 Excavate, backfill, compaction and install cable
service vault (N36) EA
8 $__________ $_________________
27 Excavate, backfill, compaction and install cable
service vault (N30) EA
12 $__________ $_________________
28 Excavate, backfill, compaction and install AT&T
service BOX (24 X 36 X 30 AT) EA
25 $__________ $_________________
29 Excavate, backfill, compaction and install AT&T
service BOX (30 X 60 X 48 AT) EA
4 $__________ $_________________
30 Excavate, backfill, compaction and install Pedestal
Box Pad (City to Provide) EA
6 $__________ $_________________
31 Excavate, backfill, compaction and install Concrete
Vault (City to Provide Vault 48) EA
2 $__________ $_________________
32 Excavate, backfill, compaction and install Pedestal
Box Pad (City to Provide) EA
3 $__________ $_________________
33 Excavate, backfill, compaction and install
Transformer Box Pad (City to Provide) EA
2 $__________ $_________________
34 Excavate, backfill, compaction and install Padmount
Switch Box Pad (City to Provide) EA
1 $__________ $_________________
35 Excavate, backfill, compaction and install Secondary
Service Box (City to Provide) EA
19 $__________ $_________________
36
Driveway, sidewalk, AC removal and replacement
behind right-of-way along Leslie and Marshall Streets
(residential and commercial property)
SF
815 $__________
$_________________
37 Landscape removal and replacement on Gobbi,
Marshall, Leslie Streets and Orchard Avenue LS
1 $__________ $_________________
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38 Lane striping FT
1400 $__________ $_________________
39 Traffic Loop Repair LS
2 $__________ $_________________
40 1” HDPE conduit including installation FT
2115 $__________ $_________________
41
Streetlight foundations including sidewalk removal
and replacement and streetlight standard and
luminaire installation
EA
22 $__________
$_________________
42 Install streetlight junction boxes and make electric
connections. EA
23 $__________ $_________________
43 #8 AWG copper conductor including installation FT
6750 $__________ $_________________
44 #12 AWG conductor including installation FT
5000 $__________ $_________________
45 Bore and jack 12” steel casing (Electric) including
installation LF
14 $__________ $_________________
46 Bore and jack 16” steel casing (AT&T and Comcast)
including installation LF
14 $__________ $_________________
TOTAL BID ==>> $________________
We, the undersigned, acknowledge that the City Council has reserved the right to reject any or all bids and to
determine which proposal is, in its opinion, the lowest responsive bid from a responsible bidder and that which it
deems in the best interest of the City to accept. We, the undersigned, further agree, if this proposal shall be
accepted, to sign the agreement and to furnish the required bonds with satisfactory surety, or sureties, within fifteen
(15) calendar days after written notice that the contract is ready for signature; and, if the undersigned shall fail to
contract, as aforesaid, it shall be understood that he or she has abandoned the contract and that, therefore, this
proposal shall be null and void and the proposal guaranty accompanying this proposal, or the amount of said
guaranty, shall be forfeited to and become the property of the City. Otherwise, the proposal guaranty accompanying
this proposal shall be returned to the undersigned.
Witness our hands this day of ___________________, 20____.
Licensed in accordance with an act providing for the registration of California Contractors License No.
___________, expiration date _____________.
THE CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE NUMBER AND EXPIRATION DATE STATED HEREIN ARE MADE UNDER
PENALTY OF PERJURY.
Department of Industrial Relations Public Works Contractor Registration Number:_____________________
Signature of bidder or bidders, with business name, address, phone number and fax number:
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
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_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
Notice: In the case of a corporation, give below the addresses of the principal office thereof and names and
addresses of the President, Secretary, Treasurer.
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
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GOBBI STREET UNDERGROUNDING PROJECT 57 Spec. No. 19-03
FAIR EMPLOYMENT PRACTICES CERTIFICATION
TO:_____________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
The undersigned, in submitting a bid for performing the following work by Contract, hereby certifies that he or she
has or will meet the standards of affirmative compliance with the Fair Employment Practices requirements of the
Special Provisions contained herein.
GOBBI STREET UNDERGROUNDING PROJECT
________________________________________________________________
(Signature of Bidder)
Business Mailing Address:
_________________________________________________
_________________________________________________
_________________________________________________
Business Location:
_________________________________________________
_________________________________________________
(The bidder shall execute the certification of this page prior to submitting his or her proposal.)
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GOBBI STREET UNDERGROUNDING PROJECT 58 Spec. No. 19-03
WORKER'S COMPENSATION CERTIFICATE
I am aware of the provisions of Section 3700 of the Labor Code which require every employer to be insured against
liability for Worker's Compensation or undertake self-insurance in accordance with the provisions of that code and I
will comply with such provisions before commencing the performance of the work of this contract.
Witness my hand this________ day of _______________, 200____
Signature of Bidder, with Business Address:
__________________________________________________
__________________________________________________
__________________________________________________
__________________________________________________
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GOBBI STREET UNDERGROUNDING PROJECT 59 Spec. No. 19-03
CERTIFICATION OF NONDISCRIMINATION IN EMPLOYMENT
The bidder represents that he or she has/has not, participated in a previous contract or subcontract subject to either
the equal opportunity clause herein or the clause contained in Section 301 of Executive Order 10925; that he or she
has/has not, filed all required compliance reports; and that representations indicating submission of required
compliance prior to subcontract awards.
Signature and address of Bidder:
__________________________________________________ Date_____________
__________________________________________________
__________________________________________________
__________________________________________________
(This certification shall be executed by the bidder in accordance with Section 60-1.6 of the Regulations of the
President's Committee on Equal Employment Opportunity for implementing Executive Orders 10925 and 11114.)
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LIST OF PROPOSED SUBCONTRACTORS
In compliance with the provisions of Sections 4100-4108 of the California Public Contract Code and any
amendments thereof, each bidder shall set forth (a) the name and location of the place of business of each
subcontractor who will perform work or labor or render service in or about the construction site or a subcontractor
licensed by the State of California who, under subcontract to the prime contractor, specially fabricates and installs a
portion of the work or improvement according to detailed drawings contained in the plans and specifications in an
amount in excess of one-half of 1 percent of the total bid and (b) the California Contractor License Number for each
subcontractor, and (c) the portion of the work to be done by each subcontractor.(See General Conditions Section 1-
09.) Include with the name of each sub-contractor their Department of Industrial Relations Public Works Contractor
Registration Number.
SUBCONTRACTOR
NAME
SUBCONTRACTOR
LICENSE NUMBER
SUBCONTRACTOR
DIR
REGISTRATION
NUMBER
SUBCONTRACTOR
BUSINESS
ADDRESS
DESCRIPTION
OF WORK
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GOBBI STREET UNDERGROUNDING PROJECT 61 Spec. No. 19-03
STATEMENT OF EXPERIENCE OF BIDDER
The bidder is required to state below what work of similar magnitude or character he or she has done and to give
references that will enable the City Council to judge of his or her experience, skill and business standing and his or
her ability to conduct work as completely and rapidly as required under the terms of the contract.
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
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SIGNATURE(S) OF BIDDER
Accompanying this proposal is ___________________________________
(insert the words "cash ($)", "cashier's check" or "bidder's bond", as the case may be) in an amount equal to at
least 10 percent of the bid.
The names of all persons interested in the foregoing proposal as principals are as follows:
IMPORTANT NOTICE: If bidder or other interested person is a corporation, provide the legal name of corporation
and also the names of the president, secretary, treasurer and manager thereof. If a co-partnership, provide the true
name of firm and also the names of all individual co-partners composing the firm. If bidder or other interested
person is an individual, provide the first and last names in full.
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
Licensed in accordance with an act providing for the registration of Contractors:
License No. ______________________________, License Expiration Date .
Signature(s) of Bidder: ______________________________________________
______________________________________________
______________________________________________
NOTE: If bidder is a corporation, the legal name of the corporation shall be set forth above together with
the signature of the officer or officers authorized to sign contracts on behalf of the corporation; if bidder is a
co-partnership, the true name of the firm shall be set forth above together with the signature of the partner
or partners authorized to sign contracts in behalf of the co-partnership; and if bidder is an individual, his or
her signature shall be placed above. If a member of a partnership, a Power of Attorney must be on file with
the Department prior to opening bids or submitted with the bid; otherwise, the bid will be disregarded as
irregular and unauthorized.
Business address: ___________________________________________________
___________________________________________________
Place of residence: ___________________________________________________
___________________________________________________
Dated: __________________
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GOBBI STREET UNDERGROUNDING PROJECT 63 Spec. No. 19-03
CITY OF UKIAH
Mendocino County, California
BIDDER'S BOND
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS,
That we, ______________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________, as PRINCIPAL and
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________, as SURETY,
are held and firmly bound unto the City of Ukiah in the penal sum of 10 PERCENT OF THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF
THE BID of the Principal above named, submitted by said Principal to the City of Ukiah, as the case may be, for the
work described below, for the payment of which sum in lawful money of the United States, well and truly to be
made, to the City Clerk to which said bid was submitted, we bind ourselves, our heirs, executors, administrators
and successors jointly and severally, firmly by these presents. In no case shall the liability of the surety hereunder
exceed the sum of $____________________
THE CONDITION OF THIS OBLIGATION IS SUCH,
That whereas the Principal has submitted the above mentioned bid to the City of Ukiah, as aforesaid, for certain
construction specifically described as follows, for which bids are to be opened at the Office of the City Clerk, Ukiah
Civic Center, Ukiah, California, on <<DATE OF BID OPENING>> for GOBBI STREET UNDERGROUNDING
PROJECT, SPECIFICATION 19-03.
NOW, THEREFORE, If the aforesaid Principal is awarded the contract and, within the time and manner required
under the specifications, after the prescribed forms are presented to him or her for signatures, enters into a written
contract, in the prescribed form, in accordance with the bid and files two bonds with the City of Ukiah, one to
guarantee faithful performance and the other to guarantee payment for labor and materials, as required by law,
then this obligation shall be null and void; otherwise, it shall be and remain in full force and virtue.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, we have hereunto set our hands and seals on this ______ day of ________________,
A.D. 20_____.
__________________________________________________(Seal)
__________________________________________________(Seal)
__________________________________________________(Seal)
Principal
__________________________________________________(Seal)
__________________________________________________(Seal)
__________________________________________________(Seal)
Surety
Address: __________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
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GOBBI STREET UNDERGROUNDING PROJECT 64 Spec. No. 19-03
NON-COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT
Note: Bidder shall execute the affidavit on this page prior to submitting with his or her bid.
To City Council, City of Ukiah:
The undersigned in submitting a bid for performing SPEC. 19-03, GOBBI STREET UNDERGROUNDING
PROJECT by contract, being duly sworn, deposes and says:
that he or she has not, either directly or indirectly, entered into any agreement, participated in any collusion,
or otherwise taken any action in restraint of free competitive bidding in connection with such contract.
__________________________________________________
__________________________________________________
__________________________________________________
Signature(s) of Bidder
Business Address:__________________________________________________
__________________________________________________
__________________________________________________
Place of Residence:__________________________________________________
__________________________________________________
__________________________________________________
NOTARIZATION
Subscribed and sworn to before me this ______ day of _________, 20____.
__________________________________________________
Notary Public in and for the County of______________________________, State of California.
My Commission Expires ________________________, 20 ____.
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GOBBI STREET UNDERGROUNDING PROJECT 65 Spec. No. 19-03
CITY OF UKIAH
Mendocino County, California
AGREEMENT
FOR
GOBBI STREET UNDERGROUNDING PROJECT
Specification No. 19-03
THIS AGREEMENT, made this ______ day of ___________________, 20____, by and between the City of Ukiah,
Mendocino County, California, hereinafter called the City and _______________________ hereinafter called the
Contractor,
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, the City has caused to be prepared in accordance with law, specifications, drawings and other contract
documents for the work herein described and shown and has approved and adopted these contract documents,
specifications and drawings and has caused to be published in the manner and for the time required by law a notice
to bidders inviting sealed proposals for doing the work in accordance with the terms of this contract and
WHEREAS, the Contractor, in response to the notice to bidders, has submitted to the City a sealed proposal
accompanied by a proposal guaranty in an amount of not less than 10 percent of the bid price for the construction
of the proposed work in accordance with the terms of this contract and
WHEREAS, the City, in the manner prescribed by law, has publicly opened, examined and canvassed the
proposals submitted and as a result has determined and declared the Contractor to be the lowest and best regular
responsible bidder for the work and for the sums named in the proposal,
NOW, THEREFORE, THIS AGREEMENT WITNESSETH:
Article 1. Work to be Done and Contract Days Allowed.
That the Contractor shall provide all necessary machinery, tools, apparatus and other means of construction; shall
furnish all materials, superintendence, overhead, expenses, all labor and expenses of whatever nature necessary
for completion of the work in conformity with the Special Provisions and other contract documents hereto attached
and according to such instructions as may be given by the Engineer. The Contractor shall complete the work within
one-hundred (100) calendar days. Contract days shall be counted starting with the 10th day following receipt of
notice that the contract has been executed by the City. Contractor, at his or her option, may begin work prior to
start of counting contract days, however, in no event shall the Contractor start work without giving notification to the
Engineer at least 72 hours prior to the start of work, without obtaining an encroachment permit from the City, or
without having submitted certificates of insurance that have been accepted and approved by the Engineer
Article II. Contract Prices.
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GOBBI STREET UNDERGROUNDING PROJECT 66 Spec. No. 19-03
That the City shall pay the Contractor the prices stated in the proposal submitted by the Contractor, for complete
performance of the contract by the Contractor. The Contractor hereby agrees to accept the prices a s full
compensation for all material and appliances necessary to the work, for all labor and use of tools and other
implements necessary to execute the work contemplated in this contract; for all loss or damage arising out of the
nature of the work or from the action of the elements, or from any unforeseen obstructions or difficulties which may
be encountered in the prosecution of the work; for all risks of every description connected therewith; for all
expenses of the work, as herein specified; for all liability and other insurance, for all overhead and other expenses
incident to the work; all according to the Contract Drawings, the Special Provisions, the Details, the instructions and
the requirements of the City.
Article III. Labor Discrimination.
Attention is directed to Section 1735 of the Labor Code, which reads as follows:
"No discrimination shall be made in the employment of persons upon public works because of the race,
color, national origin or ancestry, or religion of such persons and every contractor for public works violating
this section is subject to all the penalties imposed for a violation of this chapter."
In connection with the performance of work under this contract, the Contractor agrees as follows:
(a) The Contractor will not willfully discriminate against any employee or an applicant for employment
because of race, color, religion, ancestry, or national origin. The Contractor will take affirmative action
to ensure that applicants are employed and that employees are treated during employment without
regard to their race, color, religion, ancestry, or national origin. Such action shall include, but not be
limited to, the following: employment, upgrading, demotion or transfer; recruitment or recruitment
advertising; layoff or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for
training, including apprenticeship. The Contractor agrees to post in conspicuous places, available to
employees and applicants for employment, notices to be provided by the awarding authority setting
forth the provisions of this Fair Employment Practice section.
(b) The Contractor will send to each labor union or representative of workers with which he or she has a
collective bargaining agreement or other contract or understanding, a notice, to be provided by the
awarding authority, advising the said labor union or worker's representative of the Contractor's
commitments under this section, to employees and applicants for employment.
(c) The Contractor will permit access to his or her records of employment, employment advertisements,
application forms and other pertinent data and records by the Fair Employment Practices
Commission, City of Ukiah or any other appropriate agency of the State of California designated by
the awarding authority, for the purposes of investigation to ascertain compliance with the Fair
Employment Practices section of this contract.
(d) A finding of willful violation of the Fair Employment Practices section of this Contract or of the Fair
Employment Practices Act shall be regarded by the awarding authority as a basis for determining the
Contractor to be not a "responsible bidder" as to future contracts for which such Contractor may
submit bids, for revoking the Contractor's pre-qualification rating, if any and for refusing to establish,
reestablish or renew a pre-qualification rating for the Contractor.
The City of Ukiah shall deem a finding of willful receipt of written notice from the Fair Employment
Practices Act to have occurred upon that it has investigated and determined that the Contractor has
violated the Fair Employment Practices Act and has issued an order under Labor Code Section 1426
or obtained an injunction under Labor Code Section 1429.
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Upon receipt of such written notice from the Fair Employment Practices Commission, the City shall
notify the Contractor that unless he or she demonstrates to the satisfaction of the awarding authority
within a stated period that the violation has been corrected, his or her pre-qualification rating will be
revoked at the expiration of such period.
(e) The Contractor agrees that should the City determine that the Contractor has not complied with the
Fair Employment Practices section of this Contract, then pursuant to Labor Code Section 1735 and
1775 the Contractor shall, as a penalty to the City, forfeit for each calendar day or portion thereof, for
each person who was denied employment as a result of such non-compliance, the penalties provided
in the Labor Code for violation of prevailing wage rates. Such monies may be recove red from the
Contractor. The City may deduct any such damages from any monies due the Contractor.
(f) Nothing contained in this Fair Employment Practices section shall be construed in any manner of
fashion so as to prevent the City or the State of California from pursuing any other remedies that may
be available at law.
(g) Prior to awarding the Contract, the Contractor shall certify to the awarding authority that he or she has
or will meet the following standards for affirmative compliance, which shall be evaluated in each case
by the awarding authority:
(1) The Contractor shall provide evidence, as required by the City that he or she has notified all
supervisors, foremen and other personnel officers in writing of the content of the anti-discrimination
clause and their responsibilities under it.
(2) The Contractor shall provide evidence, as required by the City, that he or she has notified all
sources of employees’ referrals (including unions, employment agencies, advertisements,
Department of Employment) of the content of the anti-discrimination clause.
(3) The Contractor shall file a basic compliance report, as required by the City. Willfully false
statements made in such reports shall be punishable as provided by law. The compliance report shall
also spell out the sources of the work force and who has the responsibility for determining whom to
hire, or whether or not to hire.
(4) Personally, or through his or her representatives, the Contractor shall, through negotiations with
the unions with whom he or she has agreements, attempt to develop an agreement which will:
a. Spell out responsibilities for nondiscrimination in hiring, referral, upgrading and training.
b. Otherwise implement an affirmative anti-discrimination program in terms of the unions'
specific areas of skill and geography to the end that qualified minority workers will be available
and given and equal opportunity for employment.
(5) The Contractor shall notify the City of opposition to the anti-discrimination clause by individuals,
firms or organizations during the period of its pre-qualification.
(h) The Contractor will include the provisions of the foregoing paragraphs 1 through 5 in every first tier
subcontract so that such provisions will be binding upon each such subcontractor.
(i) The "Fair Employment Practices Certification" must be completed and signed prior to the time of
submitting the bid.
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Article IV. Parts of the Contract.
That the complete contract consists of the following documents, all of which shall be conside red a part of this
agreement.
1. Notice to Bidders
2. Wage Rates
3. General Conditions
4. Technical Specifications
5. Proposal
6. Fair Employment Practices Certification
7. Agreement
8. Contract Bonds
9. Contract Drawings and Construction Details
10. Standard Drawings
11. Indemnification Agreement
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, this contract being executed in duplicate and the parties having caused their names to
be signed by authority of their duly authorized office this _____ day of _____________, 20____.
CITY OF UKIAH, MENDOCINO COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
By: ______________________________________________________________
CITY MANAGER, CITY OF UKIAH
Attest: ______________________________________________________________
CITY CLERK, CITY OF UKIAH
By: ______________________________________________________________
CONTRACTOR
Attest: ______________________________________________________________
Title: ______________________________________________________________
The foregoing contract is approved as to form and legality this ______ day of ______________, 20 ____.
__________________________________________________
CITY ATTORNEY, CITY OF UKIAH
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INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENT
This Indemnification Agreement is made and entered in Ukiah, California, on _________________, 20____, by
and between the City of Ukiah (Ukiah) and ______________________________________ (Contractor).
Contractor is
_________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________ for Ukiah.
As a condition of issuing the work order, attached hereto, Ukiah requires assurance that Contractor will protect
Ukiah from damage or damage claims which arise from its performance of the work.
Accordingly, Contractor agrees as follows:
1. Indemnification. Contractor shall indemnify and hold harmless Ukiah and its officers, agents, and employees
from and against any claim, loss, or damage, including the legal and other costs of defending against any claim of
damage or loss which arises out of the Contractor’s negligent or wrongful performance under the work order
attached hereto, except for claims, losses, or damages resulting from the sole and exclusive negligence or other
wrongful conduct of Ukiah or its officers, agents and employees.
CONTRACTOR
BY: _______________________________________________
TITLE: _______________________________________________
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GOBBI STREET UNDERGROUNDING PROJECT 70 Spec. No. 19-03
CITY OF UKIAH
Mendocino County, California
FAITHFUL PERFORMANCE BOND
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS,
That we the undersigned, ______________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________,
AS PRINCIPAL, and
__________________________________________________________________________________,
AS SURETY,
are held firmly bound unto THE CITY OF UKIAH, hereinafter called the “City”, in the penal sum of
dollars ($____________________)
for the payment of which sum we bind ourselves, our heirs, executors, administrators, and successors, jointly and
severally.
WHEREAS, the Principal has entered into a certain Contract with the City, dated __________, 20_____,
a copy of which is hereto attached and made a part hereof,
NOW, THEREFORE, the condition of this obligation is such that if the Principal shall in all respects fully perform the
Contract and all duly authorized modifications thereof, during its original term and any extensions thereof that may
be granted and during any guaranty period for which the Contract provides, and if the Principal shall fully satisfy all
claims, arising out of the prosecution of the work under the Contract and shall fully indemnify the City for all
expenses which it may incur by reason of such claims, including its attorney's fees and court costs, and if the
Principal shall make full payment to all persons supplying labor, services, materials, or equipment in the
prosecution of the work under the Contract, in default of which such persons shall have a direct right of action
hereupon; and if the Principal shall pay or cause to be paid all sales and use taxes payable as a result of the
performance of the Contract as well as payment of gasoline and special motor fuels taxes in the performance of the
Contract and all motor vehicle fees required for commercial motor vehicles used in connection with the
performance of the Contract, then this obligation shall be void; otherwise, it shall remain in full force and effect. No
modification of the Contract or extension of the term thereof, nor any forbearance on the part of the City shall in any
way release the Principal or the Surety from liability hereunder. Notice to the Surety of any such modification,
extension, or forbearance is hereby waived.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the aforesaid Principal and Surety have executed this instrument and affixed their seals
hereto, this ________ day of _______________,20_______.
In the presence of:
WITNESS:
_________________________________
________________________________(SEAL)
(Individual Principal)
___________________________________
(Business Address)
___________________________________
(City/State/Zip Code)
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WITNESS:
____________________________________
______________________________(SEAL)
(Corporate Principal)
___________________________________
(Business Address)
___________________________________
(City/State/Zip Code)
ATTEST:
________________________________
(Corporate Principal) Affix
Corporate
Seal
___________________________________
(Business Address)
___________________________________
(City/State/Zip Code)
ATTEST:
____________________________ ________________________________ Affix
(Corporate Surety) Corporate
Seal
___________________________________
(Business Address)
___________________________________
(City/State/Zip Code)
The rate of premium on this bond is $___________________________ per thousand.
The total amount of premium charges is $____________________________..
(The above is to be filled in by Surety Company). (Power of Attorney of person signing for Surety Company must be
attached).
(CERTIFICATE AS TO CORPORATE PRINCIPAL)
I,_________________________________________, certify that I am the ______________________________
Secretary of the corporation named as Principal in the foregoing bond; that
_______________________________________, who signed the said bond on behalf of the Principal, was then
____________________________________________ of said corporation; that I know his signature, and that his
signature thereto is genuine; and that said bond was duly signed, sealed, and attested to for and in behalf of said
corporation by authority of its governing body.
____________________________________________ Affix Corporate Seal
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GOBBI STREET UNDERGROUNDING PROJECT 72 Spec. No. 19-03
CITY OF UKIAH
Mendocino County, California
MATERIAL AND LABOR BOND
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS,
That we the undersigned, ______________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________, AS PRINCIPAL, and
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________, AS SURETY,
are held firmly bound unto THE CITY OF UKIAH, hereinafter called the “City” in the penal sum of
dollars ($____________________)
for the payment of which sum we bind ourselves, our heirs, executors, administrators, and successors, jointly and
severally.
WHEREAS, the Principal has entered into a certain Contract with the City, dated _________________, 20_____,
a copy of which is hereto attached and made a part hereof,
NOW, THEREFORE, the condition of this obligation is such that if the Principal shall in all respects fully perform the
Contract and all duly authorized modifications thereof, during its original term and any extensions thereof that may
be granted and during any guaranty period for which the Contract provides, and if the Principal shall fully satisfy all
claims, arising out of the prosecution of the work under the Contract and shall fully indemnify the City for all
expenses which it may incur by reason of such claims, including its attorney's fees and court costs, and if the
Principal shall make full payment to all persons supplying labor, services, materials, or equipment in the
prosecution of the work under the Contract, in default of which such persons shall have a direct right of action
hereupon; and if the Principal shall pay or cause to be paid all sales and use taxes payable as a result of the
performance of the Contract as well as payment of gasoline and special motor fuels taxes in the performance of the
Contract and all motor vehicle fees required for commercial motor vehicles used in connection with the
performance of the Contract, then this obligation shall be void; otherwise, it shall remain in full force and effect. No
modification of the Contract or extension of the term thereof, nor any forbearance on the part of the City shall in any
way release the Principal or the Surety from liability hereunder. Notice to the Surety of any such modification,
extension, or forbearance is hereby waived.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the aforesaid Principal and Surety have executed this instrument and affixed their seals
hereto, this ________ day of _______________,20_______.
In the presence of:
WITNESS:
____________________________________
________________________________(SEAL)
(Individual Principal)
___________________________________
(Business Address)
___________________________________
(City/State/Zip Code)
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WITNESS:
____________________________________
______________________________(SEAL)
(Corporate Principal)
___________________________________
(Business Address)
___________________________________
(City/State/Zip Code)
ATTEST:
________________________________
(Corporate Principal) Affix
Corporate
Seal
___________________________________
(Business Address)
___________________________________
(City/State/Zip Code)
ATTEST:
____________________________ ________________________________ Affix
(Corporate Surety) Corporate
Seal
___________________________________
(Business Address)
___________________________________
(City/State/Zip Code)
The rate of premium on this bond is $___________________________ per thousand.
The total amount of premium charges is $____________________________..
(The above is to be filled in by Surety Company). (Power of Attorney of person signing for Surety Company must be
attached).
(CERTIFICATE AS TO CORPORATE PRINCIPAL)
I,_________________________________________, certify that I am the ______________________________
Secretary of the corporation named as Principal in the foregoing bond; that
_______________________________________, who signed the said bond on behalf of the Principal, was then
____________________________________________ of said corporation; that I know his signature, and that his
signature thereto is genuine; and that said bond was duly signed, sealed, and attested to for and in behalf of said
corporation by authority of its governing body.
____________________________________________ Affix Corporate Seal
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DIRECTIONS FOR PREPARATION OF PERFORMANCE AND MATERIAL AND LABOR BOND
1. Individual sureties, partnerships, or corporations not in the surety business will not be acceptable.
2. The name of the Principal shall be shown exactly as it appears in the Contract.
3. The penal sum shall not be less than required by the Specifications.
4. If the Principals are partners or joint venturers, each member shall execute the bond as an individual and
state his place of residence.
5. If the Principal is a corporation, the bond shall be executed under its corporate seal.
If the corporation has no corporate seal, it shall so state and affix a scroll or adhesive seal following the
corporate name.
6. The official character and authority of the person(s) executing the bond for the Principal, if a corporation,
shall be certified by the Secretary or Assistant Secretary thereof under the corporate seal, or copies
attached to such records of the corporation as will evidence the official character and authority of the officer
signing, duly certified by the Secretary or Assistant Secretary, under the corporate seal, to be true copies.
7. The current power-of-attorney of the person signing for the surety company must be attached to the bond.
8. The date of the bond must not be prior to the date of the Contract.
9. The following information must be placed on the bond by the surety company:
a. The rate of premium in dollars per thousand; and
b. The total dollar amount of premium charged.
10. The signature of a witness shall appear in the appropriate place attending to the signature of each party of
the bond.
11. Type or print the name underneath each signature appearing on the bond.
12. An executed copy of the bond must be attached to each copy of the Contract (original counterpart)
intended for signing.
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CITY OF UKIAH
Mendocino County, California
DEFECTIVE MATERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP (MAINTENANCE) BOND
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS,
That we, _____________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________, as PRINCIPAL
and__________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________, as SURETY,
are held and firmly bound unto the City of Ukiah as Obligee, in the penal sum of
___________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________($____________________),
(5 PERCENT OF THE FINAL CONTRACT AMOUNT)
to which payment well and truly to be made, we do bind ourselves, our and each of our heirs, executors,
administrators, successors and assigns jointly and severally, firmly by these presents.
WHEREAS, the said Principal entered into a Contract with the City of Ukiah
dated_________________________
for _________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
WHEREAS, said Contract has been completed, and was approved on the ______ day of ___________,
_________,
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CONDITION OF THIS OBLIGATION IS SUCH, that if the Principal shall guarantee that
the work will be free of any defective materials or workmanship which become apparent during the period of one (1)
year following completion of the Contract, then this obligation shall be void, otherwise to remain in full force and
effect, provided however, any additional warranty or guarantee whether expressed or implied is extended by the
Principal or Manufacturer only, and the surety assumes no liability for such a guarantee.
Signed, sealed, and dated this __________ day of ____________, 20_____.
__________________________________________________(Seal)
BY:_______________________________________________(Seal)
__________________________________________________(Seal)
Principal
__________________________________________________(Seal)
BY:_______________________________________________(Seal)
__________________________________________________(Seal)
Surety
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PLAN VIEW
Sand
Compacted
Class II Base and backfill
60"
52"
of 5 feet.
last 15 to 20 feet to a maximum depth
Trench must be increased in depth the
Compacted
Class II Base
Front of pedestal
Stub conduit up min. 6" above
compacted base, 8-16" behind
front of pedestal.
Front of pedestal
Compacted
Class II Base
2'
8" -16"
~24" min.
typ.
TYPICAL DEAD FRONT JUNCTION PEDESTAL INSTALLATION
END PROFILE VIEW
Compacted
Class II Base
PEDESTAL DIMENSIONS
2' BELOW GRADE
72" X 43"
AT GRADE LEVEL
56" X 30"
Per City Standard Drawing No. 220 Typ.
Ground Level
Grade
Bottom of trench depth
using 4" conduit 52"
Stub conduit up min. 6" above compacted base.
Position 8-16" behind front of pedestal.
Bottom of trench depth
at pedestal - 60".
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AT&T
Specifications
Trenching
Conduit
Boxes
A Guide for California Residential
Property Owners in a Municipal
Underground District
AT&T California
0BThis guide consists of AT&T California specifications and diagrams for
trenching and underground support structure and other make ready work
performed by property owners and their agents as required by AT&T for
conversion of its aerial communication facilities on residential private
property. Any deviation from the specifications provided in this document
must be approved by the local AT&T Engineer.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
UGeneral Information on Underground DistrictsU .......3
UGeneral Construction RequirementsU .......................3
UTrenchingU....................................................................4
UConduitU .......................................................................5
UPull BoxesU ...................................................................6
UPull Box DiagramU .......................................................................... 7
UBonding and GroundingU ...........................................8
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General Information on Underground Districts
Your local municipality has passed an ordinance in your neighborhood for
the conversion of aerial communication and power facilities to
underground facilities. The area to be converted from aerial to
underground facilities is referred to as the “District”.
AT&T’s California Public Utility Commission Tariff Schedule A2 defines
responsibilities for both the property owner and AT&T to convert the
communication facilities on private property as described below.
The property owner is responsible for the trenching and
underground supporting structure (conduit and pull boxes) between
the public way and the building on your private property.
AT&T is responsible for converting the existing aerial service wire or
cable to underground using the supporting structure provided by
the property owner.
The trench work on the private property must be completed prior to the
start of construction scheduled for your neighborhood street.
General Construction Requirements
4. Construct trench and place substructures according to AT&T plans
and specifications.
5. Request and get authorization for any design change from the AT&T
engineer or AT&T inspector prior to implementing the change.
6. Call [insert phone no.] for questions or information regarding the
requirements in this Guide.
7. All trenching and conduit work must be completed on your private
property before the scheduled date for conversion of facilities on
your neighborhood street.
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Trenching
1. The trench route from the telephone box on your house to the
boundary of the street at your property line will be determined by
AT&T.
2. Minimum radial clearance from all other trench occupants, except
CATV, must be no less than 12 inches. A minimum 24” of coverage
(dirt backfill) over the conduit is required within 5’ of your property
line (trench depth should be 27”). A minimum of 18” of coverage is
acceptable for the remainder of the trench.
3. There may be no more than two 90 degree bends or a combination
of bends that exceed 180 degrees total. If this requirement can not
be met, then a minimum size 11” x 17” pull box must be installed in
the conduit run in lieu of the bend. Consult with the AT&T engineer if
necessary.
TELCO (AT&T) ONLY TRENCH JOINT TRENCH
GAS CABLE PRIMARY POWER SECONDARY POWER TELCO
T
FINAL GRADE
CG
P S
3” SAND (TYPICAL)
12” SEPARATION
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Conduit
Conduit placed for AT&T must be for its exclusive use. AT&T will not occupy
the same conduit with other utilities or foreign cable/communication
systems. AT&T may refuse to occupy conduit that deviates from our plans
and specifications.
The property owner is responsible for repairing or resolving any problems
with the conduit they have installed that prevents AT&T from pulling its wire
through the conduit using normal installation methods. Conduit must be
rodded, cleared, and roped prior to AT&T pulling in wire.
UMaterial Requirements
1. Two inch (2”) conduit must be type PTS 66/DB 120 rigid plastic or
Schedule 40.
x Minimum sweep for 2” conduit is a two ft 90 degree
radius
x Maximum of two (2) 90 degree bends
x Install one quarter inch (1/4”) plastic rope pull line, No.
12 pull wire, or weather proof pull tape
2. Rigid steel, condulets, plumber’s fittings, flexible tubing, or water
and gas pipes are not acceptable materials.
UInstallation Requirements
1. Minimum trench coverage for conduit is detailed under Trenching.
2. Conduit must be terminated into the ends or sides of the box.
Conduit may not enter the bottom of the box.
3. Conduits at the house must be plugged by the property owner to
provide a seal against water intrusion.
4. Use a temporary universal plug to keep conduit free of debris. Cap
all stubbed conduit. Stake conduit at property line for AT&T tie-in.
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Pull Boxes
UMaterial Specifications
All pull boxes that will be owned and maintained by the property owner
must be approved for use by AT&T. You may purchase from any
manufacturer that meets AT&T’s specifications for boxes. Boxes placed on
private property and owned by the property owner must have a generic
telephone emblem on the lid. The use of AT&T’s name or logo is not
permitted on a property owner’s box. The pull box must be for AT&T’s
exclusive use. AT&T will not install its facilities in any box that is also being
used by other utilities.
UInstallation Specifications for Boxes
1. Boxes must be installed at the final grade of the property.
2. A pull box for drainage and to prevent water from entering your
house is required on your property at the property line when the
conduit to the telephone box on your house is below sidewalk
elevation or when your house is more than 2% down grade from the
street elevation.
3. A minimum of six inches (6”) of compacted sand, graded level is
required under all pull boxes. Equip each box with sump hole and
crushed rock for drainage.
4. Conduit must terminate at the end wall or side wall of a pull box.
Entry through the bottom of a box is not acceptable.
5. All conduits entering knockouts in a plastic or polymer box must be
cut within one inch (1”) flush with the inside of the wall and sealed.
Bush ends on conduit to remove sharp edges. All joints must be
mortared and all unused ports and openings sealed. Use cement
mortar, water plug cement or other approved prepared mortars.
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SIDE WALL
2” SERVICE CONDUIT
TO HOUSE
SUMP
ACCESS
OPENING
END WALL
TOP VIEW 2” SERVICE CONDUIT
4”
4”
4”
SIDE VIEW
END WALL
2” SERVICE CONDUIT
4”
2” SERVICE CONDUIT
CONDUIT TERMINATIONS IN PULL BOXES
DO NOT INSTALL SERVICE CONDUITS INTO THE BOTTOM OF THE BOX
SIDE WALL
2” SERVICE CONDUIT
TO HOUSE
SUMP
ACCESS
OPENING
END WALL
TOP VIEW 2” SERVICE CONDUIT
4”
SIDE WALL
2” SERVICE CONDUIT
TO HOUSE
SUMP
ACCESS
OPENING
END WALL
TOP VIEW 2” SERVICE CONDUIT
4”
2” SERVICE CONDUIT
TO HOUSE
SUMP
ACCESS
OPENING
END WALL
TOP VIEW 2” SERVICE CONDUIT
4”
2” SERVICE CONDUIT
TO HOUSE
SUMP
ACCESS
OPENING
END WALL
TOP VIEW 2” SERVICE CONDUIT
4”
2” SERVICE CONDUIT
TO HOUSE
SUMP
ACCESS
OPENING
END WALL
2” SERVICE CONDUIT
TO HOUSE
2” SERVICE CONDUIT
TO HOUSE
SUMP
ACCESS
OPENING
END WALL
SUMP
ACCESS
OPENING
END WALLEND WALL
TOP VIEW 2” SERVICE CONDUIT
4”
TOP VIEW 2” SERVICE CONDUIT
4”
2” SERVICE CONDUIT2” SERVICE CONDUIT
4”
4”
4”
SIDE VIEW
END WALL
2” SERVICE CONDUIT
4”
2” SERVICE CONDUIT
CONDUIT TERMINATIONS IN PULL BOXES
DO NOT INSTALL SERVICE CONDUITS INTO THE BOTTOM OF THE BOX
4”
4”
SIDE VIEW
END WALL
2” SERVICE CONDUIT
4”
2” SERVICE CONDUIT
4”
4”
SIDE VIEW
END WALL
2” SERVICE CONDUIT
4”
2” SERVICE CONDUIT
4”
4”
SIDE VIEW
END WALL
2” SERVICE CONDUIT
4”
2” SERVICE CONDUIT
4”
SIDE VIEW
END WALL
2” SERVICE CONDUIT
4”
2” SERVICE CONDUIT
4”
SIDE VIEW
END WALL
2” SERVICE CONDUIT
4”
2” SERVICE CONDUIT2” SERVICE CONDUIT
CONDUIT TERMINATIONS IN PULL BOXES
DO NOT INSTALL SERVICE CONDUITS INTO THE BOTTOM OF THE BOX
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Bonding and Grounding
Bonding and grounding requirements must meet the National Electrical
Code. Grounding Options are listed in the order of preference.
1. #10 copper ground wire to Electrical Power Service Grounding
Electrode, Service Grounding Electrode Conductor or Service Panel
2. #10 copper ground wire to a Concrete-Encased Electrode meeting
the requirements of the NEC (UFER Ground)
3. #10 copper ground wire to a Ground Ring meeting the requirements
of the NEC or to the metal frame of the building which is effectively
grounded.
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GOBBI STREET INTERSECTION
718 Third Street Eureka California 95501 USA
T 1 707 443 8326 F 1 707 444 8330
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LAYOUT TO BE APPROVED BY THE
ENGINEER).
2.(N) 6" WHITE LINE STRIPING PER DETAIL
39.
3.(N) 4" YELLOW DIAGONAL STRIPING
(STRIPES @ 5' OC).
4.(N) CONC ADA RAMP PER DETAIL
10' WIDE OPENING W/ 10' WIDE
x 3' DEEP DETECTABLE
WARNING PER DETAIL
5.(N) AC TRAIL SECTION PER DETAIL
6.(N) LIMIT LINE PER CALTRANS STANDARD
PLAN A24E.
7.(N) RAISED CONC REFUGE ISLAND
W/ STANDARD CURB PER DETAIL
8.(N) CONC SIDEWALK
10' WIDE x 10.5' DEEP PER DETAIL
WITH 10' WIDE x 3' DEEP
DETECTABLE WARNING PER DETAIL
9.(N) CONC ADA RAMP PER DETAIL
10' WIDE OPENING W/ 10' WIDE
x 3' DEEP DETECTABLE WARING
PER DETAIL
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LETTERS 4' TALL, WORDS SPACED 5' APART.
11.(N) YIELD LINE PER CALTRANS STANDARD PLAN
A24E.
12.(N) CURB & GUTTER PER DETAIL
13.MATCH (E) SIDEWALK.
14.(E) PLANTER BOX TO REMAIN & BE PROTECTED.
15.(N) 4" WIDE YELLOW MEDIAN STRIPING PER
DETAIL 29.
16.(N) "YIELD TO PEDESTRIANS" SIGN TYPE R1-5a.
17.(N) "NO MOTOR VEHICLES SIGN TYPE R5-3.
18.(N) "BICYCLE ROUTE" SIGN TYPE D11-1 W/
"SUPPLEMENTAL DIRECTIONAL" SIGN TYPE M6-1
UNDERNEATH.
19.(N) "BICYCLE & PED CROSSING" SIGN TYPE
W11-15 W/ "TRAIL XING" SIGN TYPE W11-15P
UNDERNEATH (FYG COLOR).
20.(N) "KEEP RIGHT" SIGN TYPE R4-7.
21.SAWCUT LINE.
22.18" MIN PATCH PAVING ADJACENT TO PLANNED
IMPROVEMENTS.
23.(N) 5.5' WIDE X 3' DEEP DETECTABLE
WARNING PER DETAIL
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REMOVE ALL EXISTING STRIPING AND MARKINGS
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Attachment 2
Please return to:
CITY OF UKIAH
300 Seminary Avenue
Ukiah, California 95482-5400
(707) 463-6200
NOTICE OF COMPLETION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN:
1. That the project described as: Gobbi Street Underground Project
2. That the nature of the work: Installation of Electrical Infrastructure on Gobbi Street from State
Street to Orchard Ave, Specification No. 19-03.
3. That on the 2nd day of November, 2020, the Contract work for this project was actually
completed.
4. That the name and address of the Contractor is St. Francis Construction, P.O. Box 2057, San
Leandro, CA 94577.
5. That the property location of work performed herein referred to is situated in the County of
Mendocino, State of California, and is described as follows: Gobbi Street from Orchard Ave
to State Street, Marshall Street and sections of Main Street and Leslie Street, Ukiah, CA.
I hereby certify under penalty of perjury that the forgoing is true and correct:
City Council Approval CITY OF UKIAH, a Municipal Corporation
_________________ By: __________
Date Kristine Lawler, City Clerk Date
State of California
County of Mendocino
Exempt from recording fees pursuant to Government Code Section 27383
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Agenda Item No: 7.f.
MEETING DATE/TIME: 11/18/2020
ITEM NO: 2020-643
AGENDA SUMMARY REPORT
SUBJECT: Approve Professional Services Contract Amendment No. 1 with L.S. Mitchell Architect, Inc. to
Increase Contract Funding for Engineering and Construction Services for the 1350 Hastings Road Property in
an Amount Not to Exceed $45,000.
DEPARTMENT: Electric Utility PREPARED BY: Cindy Sauers, Electric Utility Director
PRESENTER: Consent Calendar
ATTACHMENTS:
1. L.S. Mitchell, Inc. Contract #1617-091
2. Amendment 1 - C #1617-091
Summary: The City Council will consider approval of a professional services contract Amendment No. 1 with
L.S. Mitchell Architect, Inc. to increase contract funding for engineering and construction services for the 1350
Hastings Road property in an amount not to exceed $45,000. The facility was purchased for the City's Electric
Department and is currently being modify for the Department's operational needs.
Background: On July 20, 2016, the City of Ukiah entered into Contract #1617-091 (Attachment 1) with L.S.
Mitchell Architect, Inc. for $120,000 for consulting services related to site development services for the
adaptive reuse of property located at 1350 Hastings Road in Ukiah for the City's Electric Department. The
initial scope focused on site design related to storm water retention, grading, compaction, hazardous material
testing, fencing and roofing. Design of the project is complete and the City Council approved the Plans and
Specifications on August 5, 2020.
Discussion: Additional engineering and construction support will be needed as the project approaches
construction. Amendment No. 1, if approved, (please refer to Attachment 2 for a draft copy of the amendment)
will provide additional funding for engineering services as well as construction support to ensure compliance
with the plans and specifications.
Mr. Mitchell's professional experience, coupled with his knowledge of the project, are invaluable as the project
enters the construction phase. The vast scope of the project requires multidisciplinary knowledge of the
specifications and plans. Mr. Mitchell's coordination of these disciplines for the design of this project will prove
to be extremely valuable to see this project to completion.
It is therefore staff's recommendation to approve professional services contract Amendment No. 1 with L.S.
Mitchell Architect, Inc. (Attachment 2) in the amount not to exceed $45,000 for engineering and construction
services for the 1350 Hastings Road property.
Recommended Action: Approve professional services contract Amendment No. 1 with L.S. Mitchell Architect,
Inc. to increase contract funding for engineering and construction services for the 1350 Hastings Road
property in an amount not to exceed $45,000.
BUDGET AMENDMENT REQUIRED: No.
CURRENT BUDGET AMOUNT: $1,810,674.42; 80126100.80220.17023
PROPOSED BUDGET AMOUNT:
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PREVIOUS CONTRACT/PURCHASE ORDER NO.: Contract 1617-091
COORDINATED WITH: Mary Horger, Financial Services Manager
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Attachment #2
CITY OF UKIAH
AMENDMENT 1
TO
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
CONTRACT #1617-091 – ARCHITECTUAL SERVICES RELATED TO THE
DESIGN AND BUILDING PLANS FOR THE 1350 HASTINGS ROAD
PROPERTY.
This Amendment No. 1, entered on ________, 2020, revises the Agreement for
Professional services dated June 9, 2017 between the City of Ukiah and L.S. Mitchell
Architect, Inc. for architectural services related to the design and building plans for the
1350 Hastings Road Property.
This Amendment No. 1:
1) Amends the Scope of Services to include additional engineering services and
construction support for 1350 Hastings Road construction project.
2) Adds an additional dollar amount of $45,000, for a revised total contract amount
of $165,000.
Except as expressly amended by this Amendment, all other terms remain unchanged and
in full force and effect.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, THE PARTIES HAVE EXECUTED THIS
AMENDMENT ON THE EFFECTIVE DATE:
L.S. MITCHELL ARCHITECT, INC.
BY: DATE:
LAWRENCE MITCHELL
CITY OF UKIAH
BY: DATE:
SAGE SANGIACOMO, CITY MANAGER
ATTEST
BY: DATE:
KRISTINE LAWLER, CITY CLERK
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Agenda Item No: 7.g.
MEETING DATE/TIME: 11/18/2020
ITEM NO: 2020-644
AGENDA SUMMARY REPORT
SUBJECT: Consideration of City of Ukiah's Community Green Lighting Program to Enhance and Promote
Energy Conservation, and Approval of LED Lighting Rebate.
DEPARTMENT: Electric Utility PREPARED BY: Mel Grandi, Electric Utility Director
PRESENTER: Consent Calendar
ATTACHMENTS:
None
Summary: Council will consider the a Community Lighting Program for the holidays to enhance and promote
energy conservation, and also consider approval of LED Lighting Rebate.
Note: There are a number of holiday activities in the planning process. In the upcoming weeks, the City will
be working with community partners to develop and/or promote those activities.
Background: Over the last several months, COVID 19 has had significant impact on our community and the
world in many ways. One notable result is the reduced social interaction and community activities like Sundays
in the Park, Pumpkinfest, and Truckers' Light Parade. Therefore, the Community Services and the Electric
Utility Departments have teamed up to support our customers' efforts in making this holiday season more
bright and joyful.
Discussion: These City teams are jointly developing a holiday lighting program to enhance our community
while providing cost effective, low carbon options for lighting to our customers.
The proposed program would generally include the following elements:
1. A community-wide, decorative LED lighting contest recognizing the best in class use of LED lighting.
Recognition categories and awards include:
Residential:
a. Top 3 awards receive $350 each.
b. Best Residential Neighborhood – Public recognition.
Commercial/Industrial:
a. Top 3 awards receive $360 each.
2. LED Holiday Light Purchase Rebates:
a. Up to 100% rebates for the cost of LED decorative holiday lighting.
i. 100% cost reimbursement when replacing incandescent holiday lighting. Requires proof of purchase with the
replaced lights being submitted with rebate application.
ii. 50% cost reimbursement with proof of purchase.
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b. Benefit cap of $15 per string with a $300 cap per residence or commercial account.
3. Rebate claims must be submitted by January 31, 2021.
The Electric Utility, through electric revenues, administers the Public Benefits programs to promote energy
efficiency, provide rebates to encourage investment in energy efficient products, and assist and educate our
commercial and residential customers in energy related matters including energy audits. The electric rate
payers provide the funding through a State mandated 2.85 percent of rate revenue received.
City Staff recommends approving this opportunity to enhance our community while providing cost effective,
low-carbon options for lighting to our customers.
Additional holiday events including those with community partners are still in the planning stage, and further
details will be forthcoming.
Recommended Action: Approve the Community Decorative Green Lighting Program and Updated LED
Lighting Rebate.
BUDGET AMENDMENT REQUIRED: No
CURRENT BUDGET AMOUNT: 80626450.52139 Public Benefits Research, Development &
Demonstration: $15,000; 80626450.52135 Public Benefits Energy Conservation: $133,000
PROPOSED BUDGET AMOUNT: N/A
FINANCING SOURCE: N/A
PREVIOUS CONTRACT/PURCHASE ORDER NO.: N/A
COORDINATED WITH: David Rapport, City Attorney, Shannon Riley, Assistant City Manager and Neil Davis,
Community Service Program Administrator
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Agenda Item No: 12.a.
MEETING DATE/TIME: 11/18/2020
ITEM NO: 2020-352
AGENDA SUMMARY REPORT
SUBJECT: Receive Status Report and Consider Any Action or Direction Related to the Novel Coronavirus
(COVID-19) Emergency Including Operational Preparedness and Response; Continuity of City Operations and
Services; Community and Business Impacts; and Any Other Related Matters.
DEPARTMENT: City Manager /
Admin PREPARED BY: Tami Bartolomei, Office of Emergency
Management Coordinator
PRESENTER: Tami Bartolomei, Office of Emergency
Management Coordinator
ATTACHMENTS:
None
Summary: The City Council will receive a status report and consider any action or direction related to the
Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Emergency including operational preparedness and response; continuity of
City operations and services; community and business impacts; and any other related matters.
Background: On March 4, 2020, California Governor Gavin Newsom declared a State of Emergency in
California in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The County of Mendocino declared a State of Emergency related to the COVID-19 on March 4, 2020.
On March 17, 2020, the City Manager, acting as the Director of Emergency Services, declared the existence
of a local emergency.
On March 18, 2020, City Council approved a Resolution ratifying the proclamation declaring the existence of a
local emergency.
Since the onset of the emergency, the City of Ukiah has worked to respond to the public health and safety
needs of the community in cooperation with the County of Mendocino and other partners. The local response
for public health is lead regionally by the County of Mendocino and the County's Public Health Officer. In
addition, the City of Ukiah has worked to maintain the continuity of public services including public safety,
water, sewer, electric, airport, public works, and other essential activities.
Discussion: As the coronavirus “COVID-19” continues to evolve, the City of Ukiah continues to monitor the
situation and respond to emerging needs of the community. The City is in continued contact with local and
state agencies, as well as community partners, hospitals, schools, and neighboring cities to ensure we have
the most updated information pertaining to COVID-19 and are coordinating efforts.
Reports and/or information from the City of Ukiah's Emergency Operation Center (EOC) will include:
* Emergency Operation Center (EOC) Status
* COVID-19 Case Updates
* Public Information Officer
* Medical Services
* School/Education
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* Public Safety (Police/Fire/EMS)
* Shelter in Place Monitoring and Compliance
* Community Service Groups
* Homeless Response
* Business Impacts/Services
* Public Infrastructure/Construction Status
* City Finance
* Recovery Efforts and Planning
* Other Related matters
Staff will provide a status report to City Council and will seek direction or action on operational preparedness
and response; continuity of City operations and services; community and business impacts; and any other
related matters.
Go to the City's website (www.cityofukiah.com) for direct access to information related to the Novel
Coronavirus (COVID-19) emergency including local updates, City Services, Community/Resident Information,
and Business Resources.
Recommended Action: Receive status report and consider any action or direction related to the Novel
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Emergency including operational preparedness and response; continuity of City
operations and services; community and business impacts; and any other related matters.
BUDGET AMENDMENT REQUIRED: N/A
CURRENT BUDGET AMOUNT: N/A
PROPOSED BUDGET AMOUNT: N/A
FINANCING SOURCE: N/A
PREVIOUS CONTRACT/PURCHASE ORDER NO.: N/A
COORDINATED WITH: Sage Sangiacomo, City Manager
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Agenda Item No: 12.b.
MEETING DATE/TIME: 11/18/2020
ITEM NO: 2020-647
AGENDA SUMMARY REPORT
SUBJECT: Consideration and Possible Approval of Option #2 in the October 20, 2020 Mead & Hunt Technical
Memorandum (Attachment 1) to Protect for a Future 5,000-Foot Runway for CalFire and Other Operations;
and Direction to Staff to Communicate Council's Recommendation to the Mendocino County Airport Land Use
Commission.
DEPARTMENT: Community
Development PREPARED BY: Greg Owen, Airport Manager, Craig Schlatter,
Community Development Director
PRESENTER: Greg Owen, Airport Manager
ATTACHMENTS:
1. UKI.C130 Memo.101920_complete
2. Airport Commission - Letter to Council 11-3-20
3. 12b Correspondence Received - Brad Campbell
Summary: Council will consider and possibly approve Option #2 of the October 20, 2020 Mead & Hunt
Technical Memorandum in Attachment 1 to protect for a future 5,000-foot runway for CalFire and other
operations. Council will also possibly direct Staff to communicate Council's recommendation to the Mendocino
County Airport Land Use Commission.
Background: Since February 2019, Mead & Hunt in collaboration with City staff, the Mendocino County
Airport Land Use Commission (ALUC), and Mendocino County staff have been preparing a new stand-alone
Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan (ALUCP) for Ukiah Municipal Airport (UKI). The UKI ALUCP would
replace the current Mendocino County Airport Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CLUP) for Ukiah Municipal
Airport, adopted in 1996.
In recent months, and due to the increasing threat of wildfires in the region as evidenced by the two mega-fires
in 2017 and 2020, the two largest in State history, Staff has been working with the Ukiah Airport Commission
and Airport Land Use Commission on a special exception area within the 2020 UKI ALUCP to protect the area
for a possible runway extension to 5,000 feet. Extending the runway to 5,000 feet would enhance firefighting
abilities by enabling C-130 aircraft and other firefighting aircraft to land and take off from UKI. Staff has also
had preliminary discussions with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) representatives regarding UKI's
importance to current and future operational needs for broader disaster response efforts. FAA support would
be a key component to funding a future runway extension.
Discussion: On October 20, 2020 Mead & Hunt released a technical memorandum (Attachment 1) outlining
three possible options for modifying the draft UKI ALUCP to protect for a future runway extension. This
memorandum was shared with the Ukiah Airport Commission, Chair of the ALUC, and Mendocino County
staff.
On November 3, 2020, the Ukiah Airport Commission moved unanimously to transmit the letter in Attachment
2 to the Council. The Airport Commission's recommendation closely aligns with Option #2 of the October 20,
2020 Technical Memorandum.
In consideration of the Airport Commission's recommendations, Staff recommends Council approve Option #2
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of the October 20, 2020 Mead & Hunt Technical Memorandum for the purposes of protecting for a future
5,000-foot runway extension. Additionally, because of the ALUC's duties and powers related to the UKI
ALUCP, Staff also recommends Council direct Staff to communicate this direction to the ALUC.
Staff believes Council's approval of Option #2 will ultimately lead to a speedier approval of the draft UKI
ALUCP by the ALUC. Conversations with Mead & Hunt suggest such a modification can be accomplished
fairly quickly, with minimal technical or procedural issues to address, and support of the modification by the
Ukiah Airport Commission and Chair of the ALUC should enable a smoother adoption process.
Recommended Action: Approve Option #2 in the October 20, 2020 Mead & Hunt Technical Memorandum
within Attachment 1 to protect for a future 5,000-foot runway for CalFire and other operations; and direct staff
to communicate Council's direction to the Mendocino County Airport Land Use Commission.
BUDGET AMENDMENT REQUIRED: N/A
CURRENT BUDGET AMOUNT: N/A
PROPOSED BUDGET AMOUNT: N/A
FINANCING SOURCE: N/A
PREVIOUS CONTRACT/PURCHASE ORDER NO.: N/A
COORDINATED WITH: Ukiah Airport Commission
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Mead & Hunt, Inc. | 1360 19th Hole Drive, Suite 200 Windsor, California 95492
707 526 5010 | fax 707 526 9721 | www.meadhunt.com
TECHNICAL MEMORANDUM
To: Mr. Craig Schlatter
City of Ukiah Community Development Director
From: Ken Brody, Senior Airport Planner, and
Maranda Thompson, Senior Project Manager
Date: October 20, 2020
Subject: Potential C-130 Operations at Ukiah Municipal Airport and
Implications for Draft Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan
THE ISSUE
CalFire is in the process of adding several C-130s to its fleet of fire attack aircraft in the state. There is a potential
that the agency may seek to operate these aircraft at Ukiah Municipal Airport when circumstances warrant.
Significantly, the C-130 is much larger than the S-2T aircraft now operating at the airport (132-foot wingspan versus
73 feet). The airport design features that would need to be modified to accommodate the C-130 (runway length,
taxiway setbacks, parking area, etc.) have not yet been fully studied.
From an airport land use compatibility planning standpoint, however, the most critical feature would be the runway
length. Preliminary CalFire information indicates that full functionality of the C-130 requires a minimum of 5,000
feet of runway length. Ukiah Municipal Airport currently has a runway length of 4,423 feet and the 2019 airport
layout plan (ALP) approved by the city, the FAA, and Caltrans calls for extending the runway 465 feet to the north to
a total length of 4,888 feet. The length of this extension was fixed by FAA airport design requirements for an object
free area beyond the end of runways and the city’s desire at the time to avoid the need to realign or close Hastings
Avenue. Whether an additional extension of 112 feet is feasible and, if so, whether it could best be provided on the
north or the south end of the runway is not known at this time. Nevertheless, the immediate question is whether
the draft Ukiah Municipal Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan (ALUCP) now undergoing public review can be
modified to better enable a longer runway than presently planned.
A major consideration in this regard is that state airport land use compatibility planning statutes dictate that ALUCPs
be based upon a Caltrans-approved, current airport master plan or airport layout plan. A longer runway length as
discussed above is not reflected in any current plans for the airport and updating those plans could be a costly and
time-consuming process depending upon what documentation Caltrans would require. Thus, the focus in this memo
is on whether more can be done within the present draft ALUCP to prevent future development that would add to
the complexities of a further runway extension while still basing the ALUCP on the approved airport layout plan.
Attachment 1
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Technical Memorandum
Mr. Craig Schlatter
October 20, 2020
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THE OPTIONS
Given the mandatory relationship between an updated ALUCP and the current ALP, it is important to first
take a closer look at the currently established zones and criteria for the areas near the runway ends in order
to identify options for how the draft ALUCP might be modified.
In conjunction with the northerly runway extension, the 2019 ALP shows a corresponding shift in the location
of the runway protection zone (RPZ) (see Figure 1). The future RPZ would extend to Talmage Road. While
most of the central sections of both the current and future RPZs are on airport property, outer corners of
the future RPZ, especially to the east, would extend onto private property. The city controls avigation
easements on these lands as well as on property abutting the north side of Talmage Road. These
easements limit the allowable height of structures and vegetation on the underlying property and also
restrict or prohibit lights, lighted signs, and other lighted objects and uses that generate radio or
electromagnetic interference. The easements do not otherwise restrict the uses of the properties.
The 1996 Mendocino County Airport Comprehensive Land Use Plan (ACLUP) that currently remains in
effect for the Ukiah Municipal Airport does, however, set additional restrictions on most of this land in what
is called the A* Zone. The boundary of the A* Zone was set based on the 1996 ALP to encompass a larger
RPZ that was required in accordance with FAA design standards that have since been modified. Note that,
as shown in Figure 1, the A* Zone boundary extends slightly farther to the east and less far to the north
than the area covered by avigation easements. The criteria for the A* Zone are the same as those for the
remainder of the A Zone, all of which is on airport property. All new nonaeronautical structures are
prohibited. Automobile parking is allowed provided that it attracts no more than 10 people per acre. Policy
6.1 indicates that “it is the intention of the City of Ukiah to provide long-term control of the land uses within
these areas [A* and B1* Zones] by either acquiring the property in fee or obtaining approach protection
easements restricting the type and density of land uses permitted.”
The city also controls avigation easements at the south end of the runway. The easement area
encompasses all of the RPZ, the size of which is the same now as in the 1996 ALP. This area is reflected
in the 1996 ACLUP that establishes A* and B1* Zones covering the affected private property (see Figure
2).
Three options are apparent for addressing the ALUCP issues brought on by the possible need to
accommodate the C-130 at Ukiah Municipal Airport.
Option 1: Adopt the current draft ALUCP by the end of the year as scheduled. During 2021, consult
with Caltrans to determine what type of ALP documentation they would require to support an
ALUCP that assumes a longer runway. The FAA can then be approached to see if they would
provide funding support to ascertain runway length requirements for C-130 operations at Ukiah, to
determine how the runway can best be further extended, and to update the ALP. Once the ALP
has been updated, the ALUCP can be modified accordingly.
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Technical Memorandum
Mr. Craig Schlatter
October 20, 2020
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Option 2: Immediately modify the draft ALUCP to include compatibility zone boundaries and/or
criteria that would better preserve the potential for a longer runway. Any such modifications will
need to be based upon features depicted in the 2019 ALP, specifically the current and proposed
avigation easements. This can most readily be achieved by creating a Compatibility Zone 1*. This
concept is supported by the existence of the A* Zone in the 1996 ACLUP.
Further, to reflect the fact that the affected area is mostly private property, the criteria should be
less restrictive than for Zone 1 but more restrictive than the Zone 2 criteria. For example, future
uses could be limited to very-low-intensity activities (30 people per acre maximum) such as storage
or light industrial with uses such as retail, offices, and residential prohibited. Limits on the size of
buildings also could be set.
Option 3: Similar to Option 2, but uses a “conceptual RPZ” to protect for a possible need for a
5,000-foot long runway to serve future C-130 aircraft operations. The conceptual RPZ would either
define the outer limits of Zone 1 or a new Zone 1*. The criteria for the extended zone could either
be the same as Zone 1, which prohibits all new structures, or include slightly less stringent criteria.
Note that the conceptual RPZ has not been validated by the City nor is it supported by the 2019
ALP. Therefore, this option puts the City and/or ALUC in a vulnerable position to defend new
compatibility zone boundaries based on the conceptual RPZ.
Among the factors to be considered in choosing from these options, two in particular are important to
highlight here.
Timing: State airport land use planning statutes limit adoption of revisions to ALUCPs to once per
calendar year. Thus, regardless of which option is chosen, it would be best if ALUC action is taken
before the end of this year (2020) so that the ALUCP could be amended during 2021. Otherwise,
any revisions would need to wait until 2022.
CEQA: For Option 1, the necessary CEQA document has already been prepared and would not
need to be revised for the immediate adoption of the ALUCP. Even for Options 2 and 3, CEQA
document changes can arguably be avoided if the revised compatibility zones and criteria do not
impose any greater restrictions on land uses than exist under the 1996 ACLUP now in effect.
Increased restrictions would not only have CEQA implications but would also raise the specter of
causing inverse condemnation.
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November 3rd, 2020
The City of Ukiah Airport Commission is deeply concerned at the removal of existing restrictions that are
being contemplated at both the North and South ends of the Ukiah Airport. The areas designated A
under the existing Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CLUP) do not allow for development. Under the
current draft of the proposed CLUP those properties that were not permitted to be developed could
have construction right up to the Runway Protection Zone (RPZ) lines. This would make reclaiming the
runway length that was lost in the 1980 virtually impossible to recover.
The City of Ukiah also learned during the course of the development of the CLUP revision that Cal-Fire,
our largest fuel client, and critical provider or regional fire protection are requiring 5,000’ for the aircraft
currently being adopted to replace the S-2's in the fleet. With our runway length of 4,423’ we cannot
support these aircraft under Cal-fire operations rules. As an Enterprise Fund is abundantly clear that
without rents and fuel sales from Cal-Fire's Air Attack Base the Ukiah Airport will not be able to remain
economically viable. This is in addition to the prospect of losing a critical public safety service. To
preserve the possibility of preserving the Ukiah Airport, it is critical that we work to regain the runway
length we already lost and to work towards extending it to 5000+ feet. To do this it is imperative that
the new CLUP preserve the Ukiah Airports ability to meet this critical local and regional need. While we
don't know the timeline of Cal-Fire's adoption of new hardware it seems clear the trend will be toward
larger aircraft that need longer runways.
Based on these new revelations the Ukiah Airport Commission strongly recommends to the Ukiah City
Council that the necessary portion of the A Zones under the current CLUP be preserved and that staff be
directed to immediately work toward regaining previously lost runway length with the goal of providing
at least 5,000’ of runway. For the Ukiah Airport to have a chance to remain a Cal-Fire Air Attack Base
the City of Ukiah must act now. Step one of that goal is preserving the existing land use restrictions in
the portion of the current A Zone necessary to achieve a 5000’ runway; which if relinquished will likely
prove impossible to recover at a later date. The modification needed in the draft CLUP to achieve this
goal includes preservation of A Zone land use restrictions by 112’ to the north and south of the future
RPZ as depicted in the attached exhibit prepared by Mead and Hunt. This will preserve the opportunity
to extend a new RPZ to accommodate a 5000’ runway in full to the north or south or a combination of
the two.
Eric Crane
Acting Ukiah Airport Commission Chair
Attachment 2
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Kristine Lawler
Subject:FW: Agenda item 12. b, support of Option #2.
From: Brad Campbell <bcampbell@gartontractor.com>
Sent: Wednesday, November 18, 2020 4:43 PM
To: 'meeting@cityofukiah.com' <meeting@cityofukiah.com>
Subject: Agenda item 12. b, support of Option #2.
From: Garton Tractor Inc.
285 Talmage Rd
Ukiah Ca, 95482
Reference : Agenda Item 12. b.
Ukiah City Council
300 Seminary Ave
Ukiah, CA 95482
Council Members,
Garton Tractor Inc. supports agenda item 12. b, Approval of Option #2 in the October 20, 2020 Mead & Hunt Technical Memorandum.
With the information available we believe this option will best support the future growth of our business and will allow
us to stay at our current location.
Thank you.
Brad Campbell, General Manager, Garton Tractor Inc. Ukiah
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Agenda Item No: 13.a.
MEETING DATE/TIME: 11/18/2020
ITEM NO: 2020-639
AGENDA SUMMARY REPORT
SUBJECT: Consideration of Adoption of a Resolution Adopting the 2020 Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation
Plan for Mendocino County.
DEPARTMENT: City Manager /
Admin PREPARED BY: Tami Bartolomei, Office of Emergency
Management Coordinator
PRESENTER:
Tami Bartolomei, Office of Emergency
Management Coordinator;
Torie Jarvis, Planning Manager with Dynamic
Planning
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Volume 1 Mendocino MJHMP
2. Volume 2 Mendocino MJHMP
3. Resolution Adopting Hazard Mitigation Plan City of Ukiah
Summary: Council will consider adopting a Resolution to adopt the Mendocino County Multi-Jurisdictional
Hazard Mitigation Plan (MJHMP) required by FEMA, allowing the City to apply for funding under FEMA’s
Hazard Mitigation Assistance Program.
Background: The County of Mendocino applied for mitigation funding and took the lead in developing the
Mendocino County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (MJHMP).
Mendocino County, along with participating jurisdictions, developed an update to the 2014 Hazard Mitigation
Plan over the past 10 months to reduce losses resulting from natural disasters. Hazard mitigation is the use of
long-term actions to reduce the loss of life, personal injury, and property damage that can result from a
disaster. All participating jurisdictions, the MJHMP Planning Committee, and the public have reviewed, or are
currently reviewing, the MJHMP. Boards and councils of participating jurisdictions are now being asked to
adopt the Mendocino MJHMP.
The plan was developed by the MJHMP Planning Committee, made up of participants from all participating
jurisdictions advising on hazard and mitigation action priorities both for the County as a whole and each
jurisdiction individually, with expertise from consultants on the project, Dynamic Planning and Science. The
plan has been reviewed by the public from October 13-26, and comments have been addressed. The MJHMP
is currently being reviewed by the California Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and the Federal
Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
The Draft Plan consists of two volumes; Mendocino MJHMP Volume 1 (Attachment 1), Planning-Area-Wide
Elements, and Mendocino MJHMP Volume 2 (Attachment 2), Multi-Jurisdictional Annex where the City of
Ukiah’s plan is located. The Draft Plan is likely to change based on Cal OES and FEMA review, but those
changes are not expected to be substantive and will be subject to review by each participating jurisdiction.
Because of the December 2020 deadline for FEMA and Cal OES approval, adoption of the MJHMP will
happen during Cal OES and FEMA review of the Plan, and adoptions incorporate any edits made in response
to Cal OES and FEMA feedback.
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Discussion: A current and approved hazard mitigation plan is a prerequisite for jurisdictions wishing to pursue
funding under FEMA’s Hazard Mitigation Assistance Program (HMA). The Mendocino County MJHMP must be
updated every five (5) years to remain in compliance with regulations and Federal mitigation grant conditions;
FEMA approved a December 2020 deadline for approval of an updated Mendocino County MJHMP, and
several jurisdictions have funding contingent on approval of this Update.
Staff recommends City Council adopt the Resolution (Attachment 3) to adopt the Mendocino County Multi-
Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan required by FEMA allowing the City to apply for funding under FEMA’s
Hazard Mitigation Assistance Program.
Recommended Action: Adopt the Resolution adopting the Mendocino County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard
Mitigation Plan required by Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to apply for funding under
FEMA’s Hazard Mitigation Assistance Program.
BUDGET AMENDMENT REQUIRED: N/A
CURRENT BUDGET AMOUNT: N/A
PROPOSED BUDGET AMOUNT: N/A
FINANCING SOURCE: N/A
PREVIOUS CONTRACT/PURCHASE ORDER NO.: N/A
COORDINATED WITH: County of Mendocino
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Mendocino County
Multi-Jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation Plan
Volume 1
Planning-Area-Wide Elements
Executive Summary ............................................................................................................................. xiii
What is a hazard mitigation plan? ................................................................................................................................................ xiv
Why have a hazard mitigation plan? ........................................................................................................................................... xiv
Why is the plan updated so often? .................................................................................................................................................. xv
Participating Jurisdictions ................................................................................................................................................................ xv
Plan Development and Update Methods .................................................................................................................................... xvi
Risk Assessment ................................................................................................................................................................................. xvii
Hazard Exposure and Damage Estimation ............................................................................................................................. xviii
Population and Asset Exposure ............................................................................................................................................. xviii
Damage Assessments .................................................................................................................................................................. xix
Summary of Vulnerable Assets: People, Property Value, and Infrastructure ................................................................ xx
Mitigation Goals ................................................................................................................................................................................. xxvi
Mitigation Strategy ............................................................................................................................................................................ xxvi
County Wide Priority Mitigation Actions ................................................................................................................................xxvii
Mitigation Action Implementation ............................................................................................................................................. xxxi
Adoption Records (To be included) .............................................................................................. xxxii
Volume 1 1-1
Section 1. Introduction ......................................................................................................................... 1-3
1.1 Purpose ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 1-3
1.2 Background and Scope ................................................................................................................................................................. 1-3
1.3 Participating Jurisdictions ......................................................................................................................................................... 1-3
1.4 Why Update This Plan? ................................................................................................................................................................ 1-4
1.4.1 Purposes for Planning ......................................................................................................................................................... 1-5
1.5 Who Will Benefit from This Plan? ............................................................................................................................................ 1-6
1.6 How to Use This Plan .................................................................................................................................................................... 1-6
Section 2. What’s New .......................................................................................................................... 2-1
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2.1 Participating Jurisdictions in the 2014 HMP vs MJHMP Update ............................................................................... 2-1
2.2 Mitigation Actions ........................................................................................................................................................................ 2-2
2.3 New Analysis and Risk Assessment Methodology ......................................................................................................... 2-5
2.4 Successful Mitigation Activities ............................................................................................................................................. 2-6
2.5 Incorporation into other Planning Mechanisms .............................................................................................................. 2-7
Section 3. Planning Process ................................................................................................................ 3-1
STEP 1: Organize Resources ............................................................................................................................................................. 3-3
Building the Planning Team ...................................................................................................................................................... 3-3
Steering Committee ...................................................................................................................................................................... 3-3
Planning Committee ..................................................................................................................................................................... 3-4
Consultant Team ............................................................................................................................................................................ 3-7
Planning Committee Meetings ................................................................................................................................................ 3-8
Review and Incorporation of Existing Documents .......................................................................................................... 3-9
Public Involvement and Outreach .......................................................................................................................................... 3-9
STEP 2: Assess the Risk .................................................................................................................................................................... 3-11
Identify/Profile Hazards ............................................................................................................................................................. 3-11
Assess Vulnerabilities ................................................................................................................................................................. 3-11
Web-Based Risk Assessment Mapping and Analysis .................................................................................................... 3-11
STEP 3: Develop a Mitigation Strategy ....................................................................................................................................... 3-13
Identify Goals ................................................................................................................................................................................. 3-13
Develop Capabilities Assessment ......................................................................................................................................... 3-14
Identify Hazard Problem Statements .................................................................................................................................. 3-14
Identify Mitigation Actions ...................................................................................................................................................... 3-15
Mitigation Action Support Tool (MAST) .............................................................................................................................. 3-15
County Planning Processes Library ..................................................................................................................................... 3-15
Multi-Jurisdiction Planning Process ................................................................................................................................... 3-17
STEP 4: Adopt and Implement the Plan .................................................................................................................................... 3-17
Plan Review and Revision ........................................................................................................................................................ 3-17
Plan Adoption and Submittal .................................................................................................................................................. 3-17
Implement, Evaluate, and Revise the Plan ........................................................................................................................ 3-17
Plan Maintenance ........................................................................................................................................................................ 3-18
Section 4. Risk Assessment ................................................................................................................ 4-1
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4.1 Hazard Identification and Screening ..................................................................................................................................... 4-1
4.1.1 Hazard Screening ................................................................................................................................................................. 4-2
4.1.2 Past Major Hazard Events ................................................................................................................................................ 4-4
4.1.3 Compounding Hazard Events ......................................................................................................................................... 4-6
4.2 Hazard Prioritization ................................................................................................................................................................... 4-6
4.3 Mendocino County Geographic and Demographic Profile .......................................................................................... 4-9
4.3.1 Geography ............................................................................................................................................................................... 4-9
4.3.2 Climate .................................................................................................................................................................................. 4-10
4.3.3 Demographics and Vulnerable Populations ............................................................................................................ 4-11
4.3.4 Economy ............................................................................................................................................................................... 4-20
4.3.5 Past and Future Trends in Development ................................................................................................................. 4-21
4.4 Vulnerability Assessment Methods .................................................................................................................................... 4-23
4.4.1 Population and Asset Inventory .................................................................................................................................. 4-23
4.4.2 Hazard Exposure and Damage Estimation ............................................................................................................. 4-27
4.5 Vulnerability to Specific Hazards ......................................................................................................................................... 4-29
4.5.1 Dam Failure Hazard Profile ............................................................................................................................................ 4-30
4.5.2 Drought Hazard Profile.................................................................................................................................................... 4-50
4.5.3 Climate Change Hazard Profile ................................................................................................................................... 4-62
4.5.4 Earthquake Hazard Profile ............................................................................................................................................ 4-86
4.5.5 Pandemic Disease Hazard Profile ............................................................................................................................ 4-142
4.5.6 Flood Hazard Profile ........................................................................................................................................................ 4-151
4.5.7 Severe Weather Hazard Profile ................................................................................................................................... 4-181
4.5.8 Slope Failure Hazard Profile ....................................................................................................................................... 4-192
4.5.9 Soil Hazard Profile ......................................................................................................................................................... 4-207
4.5.10 Wildfire Hazard Profile ................................................................................................................................................ 4-221
Section 5. Mitigation Strategy ............................................................................................................ 5-1
5.1 Mitigation Alternatives ................................................................................................................................................................ 5-1
5.2 Identifying the Problem .............................................................................................................................................................. 5-6
5.3 Capabilities Assessment ............................................................................................................................................................ 5-6
5.3.1 Planning and Regulatory Mitigation Capabilities................................................................................................... 5-7
5.3.2 Financial Capabilities ........................................................................................................................................................ 5-9
5.3.3 Education and Outreach .................................................................................................................................................. 5-10
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5.3.4 Administrative and Technical Capabilities ............................................................................................................. 5-11
5.3.5 Federal and State Funding Opportunities ............................................................................................................... 5-12
5.4 Mitigation Goals ........................................................................................................................................................................... 5-16
5.5 County Wide Mitigation Actions ........................................................................................................................................... 5-17
5.5.1 Prioritization of Mitigation Actions ............................................................................................................................ 5-18
5.5.2 Mitigation Action Plan ..................................................................................................................................................... 5-21
Section 6. Plan Implementation and Maintenance ..................................................................... 6-1
6.1 Plan Adoption .................................................................................................................................................................................. 6-1
6.2 Plan Implementation ................................................................................................................................................................... 6-1
6.2.1 Steering Committee ............................................................................................................................................................ 6-1
6.3 Monitoring, Evaluating and Updating the MJHMP ......................................................................................................... 6-2
6.3.1 Schedule ................................................................................................................................................................................... 6-2
6.3.2 Mitigation Action Support Tool (MAST) Updates ................................................................................................... 6-2
6.3.3 Process ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 6-3
6.3.4 Continuing Public Involvement ..................................................................................................................................... 6-4
6.3.5 HMA Monitoring ................................................................................................................................................................... 6-5
6.3.6 Incorporation into Other Planning Mechanisms ................................................................................................... 6-7
6.1.1 Planning Integration Processes ............................................................................................................................. 6-8
Section 7. Works Cited .......................................................................................................................... 7-1
Appendix A. Analysis Methodology ............................................................................................... A-1
A.1. Natural Hazard Exposure ................................................................................................................................................... A-2
Damage Estimation with Hazus ............................................................................................................................ A-2
Distinguishing Results – Natural Hazard Exposure Analysis vs Hazus Results .............................. A-4
A.2. Analysis Data .......................................................................................................................................................................... A-4
Assets, Value, and Population ................................................................................................................................ A-4
Natural Hazard Data ................................................................................................................................................... A-5
Methodology Overview ............................................................................................................................................. A-8
Data Dictionary ............................................................................................................................................................ A-9
Insured Assets Roll ................................................................................................................................................... A-12
Appendix B. Process Documentation ............................................................................................ B-3
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List of Figures
Figure ES 1: Risk Assessment Methodology Summary ...................................................................................................... xviii
Figure ES 2: Exposure explanation graphic .............................................................................................................................. xix
Figure ES 3: Hazus Damage Estimation Example .................................................................................................................. xix
Figure ES 4: Wildfire and FEMA Flood Risk Snapshots ........................................................................................................ xxi
Figure ES 5: Naturally Occurring Asbestos and Dam Inundation Snapshot ............................................................... xxii
Figure ES 6: Maacama Garberville and N. San Andreas – N. Coast – Peninsula – SC MTN Snapshot ........... xxiii
Figure ES 7: Landslide and Tsunami Run-up Area Snapshot .......................................................................................... xxiv
Figure ES 8: Sea-level rise Snapshot ........................................................................................................................................... xxv
Figure 1-1: Participating Jurisdiction Map .................................................................................................................................. 1-5
Figure 3-1: Mendocino County MHJHMP Planning Process .............................................................................................. 3-2
Figure 3-2: Snapshot of community survey results ..............................................................................................................3-10
Figure 3-3: RAMP Access at mitigatehazards.com ............................................................................................................... 3-12
Figure 3-4: RAMP showing the population of Fort Bragg overlaid with FEMA Flood Hazard ............................. 3-13
Figure 3-5: Categories of issues addressed in problem statements .............................................................................. 3-14
Figure 3-6: MAST elements and Cal OES Grant Applications ........................................................................................... 3-19
Figure 4-1: Prioritized Hazard Assessment Matrix for Mendocino County ................................................................. 4-8
Figure 4-2: Mendocino County Geographic Overview ........................................................................................................ 4-10
Figure 4-3: Median Household Income Distribution ........................................................................................................... 4-14
Figure 4-4: Population Under Age 18 ........................................................................................................................................... 4-15
Figure 4-5: Population Over Age 65 ............................................................................................................................................ 4-16
Figure 4-6: Non-English Household Language ...................................................................................................................... 4-17
Figure 4-7: Mendocino County Race Distribution in 2013-2017 ...................................................................................... 4-18
Figure 4-8: Data Source and Method .......................................................................................................................................... 4-23
Figure 4-9: Critical Facilities ......................................................................................................................................................... 4-26
Figure 4-10: Hazard Exposure Explanation Graphic ............................................................................................................ 4-27
Figure 4-11: Hazus Damage Estimation Example ................................................................................................................. 4-28
Figure 4-12: Pudding Creek Dam Overflow .............................................................................................................................. 4-33
Figure 4-13: Dam Inundation Exposure ..................................................................................................................................... 4-36
Figure 4-14: Dam Inundation Sample Area Compared to Hazus Depths ..................................................................... 4-39
Figure 4-15: Dam Failure Vulnerability Snapshot Map ....................................................................................................... 4-41
Figure 4-16: Population Exposure to Dam Inundation by Zone ....................................................................................... 4-42
Figure 4-17: Drought-lowered Lake Mendocino in 2014. .................................................................................................... 4-53
Figure 4-18: Mendocino County Drought Severity Timeline 2000-2021 ...................................................................... 4-55
Figure 4-19: Sea-level Rise Potential ......................................................................................................................................... 4-71
Figure 4-20: Temperature Departure From Average – 36 Month ................................................................................... 4-72
Figure 4-21: Precipitation Departure From Average – 60 Month ................................................................................... 4-73
Figure 4-22: Current Average Max Temperature ................................................................................................................. 4-75
Figure 4-23: Projected Average Max Temperature RCP 4.5 2100 ................................................................................... 4-76
Figure 4-24: Population Exposure to Sea-level rise (Unincorporated County) ......................................................... 4-80
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Figure 4-25: Sea-level rise Vulnerability and Exposure Snapshot ................................................................................. 4-81
Figure 4-27: Earthquake Faulting ............................................................................................................................................... 4-86
Figure 4-27: Zones of Required Investigation ........................................................................................................................ 4-93
Figure 4-28: Fault Probability Map for Mendocino County .............................................................................................. 4-94
Figure 4-29: Earthquake Shaking Potential ............................................................................................................................ 4-96
Figure 4-30: M7.4 Maacama Garberville ................................................................................................................................... 4-98
Figure 4-31: M7.8 N. San Andreas -N. Coast – Peninsula – SC MTN ............................................................................ 4-99
Figure 4-32: Tsunami Run-up Area .......................................................................................................................................... 4-104
Figure 4-33: N. San Andreas Mojave N. Exposure and Snapshot Map ....................................................................... 4-107
Figure 4-34: Maacama Garberville Exposure and Snapshot Map ................................................................................ 4-108
Figure 4-36: HUC8 Watershed Map ........................................................................................................................................... 4-159
Figure 4-36: FEMA Flood Risk Exposure ................................................................................................................................. 4-161
Figure 4-37: Population Exposure to Flood (Unincorporated County) ....................................................................... 4-170
Figure 4-38: FEMA Flood Risk Exposure and Snapshot Map ......................................................................................... 4-171
Figure 4-39: 100-YR Flood Damage Estimation by Occupancy...................................................................................... 4-176
Figure 4-40: 500 YR Flood Damage Estimation by Occupancy Type .......................................................................... 4-177
Figure 4-41: Mendocino County - Average Annual Precipitation ................................................................................. 4-185
Figure 4-42: Annual Average Wind Speed (Power Class) ................................................................................................. 4-186
Figure 4-44: Landslide on Highway 101 ................................................................................................................................... 4-193
Figure 4-45: Mudslide on Highway 1 in Mendocino County ........................................................................................... 4-195
Figure 4-45: Landslide Risk Exposure ...................................................................................................................................... 4-197
Figure 4-46: Landslide Risk Exposure Snapshot ................................................................................................................ 4-200
Figure 4-48: Illustration of various stages of erosion. ...................................................................................................... 4-208
Figure 4-49: Naturally Occurring Asbestos Formation ..................................................................................................... 4-211
Figure 4-49: Naturally Occurring Asbestos ............................................................................................................................ 4-213
Figure 4-50: Naturally Occurring Asbestos Exposure & Vulnerability and Snapshot Map ................................ 4-219
Figure 4-52: 2018 Mendocino Fire Complex .......................................................................................................................... 4-230
Figure 4-52: Historic Fire Occurrence Map (Fires Greater than 2,000 acres, 2000-2018) .................................... 4-231
Figure 4-53: Mean Wildfire Return Intervals ........................................................................................................................ 4-233
Figure 4-54: Wildfire Risk Exposure ........................................................................................................................................ 4-234
Figure 4-55: Population Exposed to Wildfire Risk .............................................................................................................. 4-238
Figure 4-56: Exposure Wildfire Vulnerability and Snapshot Map ............................................................................... 4-239
Figure 5-1: Mitigation Action Application ................................................................................................................................ 5-18
Figure 5-2: Mitigation Action Number Key .............................................................................................................................. 5-21
Figure 6-1: Diagram of MAST viewing details ........................................................................................................................... 6-3
Figure 6-2: MAST and Cal OES Grant Applications ................................................................................................................ 6-6
Figure 6-3: HMGP Timeline .............................................................................................................................................................. 6-7
Figure 7-1: Hazard Exposure ................................................................................................................................................................ 2
Figure 7-2: Flood Depth and Damage Curves ................................................................................................................................ 3
Figure 7-3: Hazus Damage Estimations .......................................................................................................................................... 3
Figure 7-4: Data Analysis Methodology .......................................................................................................................................... 8
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List of Tables
Table 2-1: Participating Jurisdiction Tracker ............................................................................................................................ 2-1
Table 2-2: Cancelled Previous Mitigation Actions .................................................................................................................. 2-2
Table 2-3: Completed Previous Mitigation Actions ................................................................................................................ 2-6
Table 3-1: MJHMP Steering Committee ...................................................................................................................................... 3-3
Table 3-2: MJHMP Planning Committee .................................................................................................................................... 3-4
Table 3-3: MJHMP Update Consultant Team ............................................................................................................................ 3-8
Table 3-4: Meeting Summary .......................................................................................................................................................... 3-8
Table 4-1: Document Review Crosswalk ..................................................................................................................................... 4-2
Table 4-2: Hazard prioritization ..................................................................................................................................................... 4-3
Table 4-3: Disaster Declarations in Mendocino County 1953- present ........................................................................... 4-5
Table 4-4: Disability Status of Non-Institutionalized Population in Mendocino County in 2013-2017 ........... 4-20
Table 4-5: Occupation for Full-Time, Year-Round, Civilian-Employed Population 16 Years and Over .......... 4-21
Table 4-6: Unincorporated Mendocino County Parcel Counts and Value .................................................................. 4-25
Table 4-7: FEMA Hazard Potential Classification ................................................................................................................. 4-34
Table 4-8: Dams in Mendocino County ..................................................................................................................................... 4-34
Table 4-9: Population Exposure to Dam Failure (Unincorporated County) ................................................................ 4-42
Table 4-10: Parcel Values at Risk from Dam Inundation (Unincorporated County) ............................................... 4-43
Table 4-11: Critical Infrastructure Points in Dam Inundation Zones (Unincorporated County)......................... 4-43
Table 4-12: Miles of Critical Infrastructure (Linear) in Dam Inundation Zones (Unincorporated County) .... 4-46
Table 4-13: Improved Parcel and Government Property Loss Estimations ................................................................ 4-47
Table 4-14: Dam Failure Problem Statements ........................................................................................................................ 4-49
Table 4-15: Drought Classifications and Impacts for California ...................................................................................... 4-54
Table 4-16: Drought Problem Statements ................................................................................................................................. 4-61
Table 4-17: Climate change-related hazards and cross-references in MJHMP ....................................................... 4-62
Table 4-18: Probability of Exceeding Global Mean Sea-level rise (Median Value) Scenarios in 2100 .............. 4-68
Table 4-19: Maximum Temperatures in the Mendocino County Climate Region (RCP 4.5) ................................ 4-74
Table 4-20: Population Exposure to Sea-level rise (Unincorporated County) ........................................................... 4-79
Table 4-21: Critical Infrastructure Points in Sea-level rise Regions (Unincorporated County) .......................... 4-82
Table 4-22: Miles of Critical Infrastructure (Linear) in Sea-level rise Regions (Unincorporated County) ..... 4-83
Table 4-23: Climate Change Problem Statements ................................................................................................................ 4-85
Table 4-24: Moment Magnitude Scale ....................................................................................................................................... 4-87
Table 4-25: Modified Mercalli Intensity Level Descriptions ............................................................................................. 4-88
Table 4-26: Modified Mercalli Scale and Peak Ground Acceleration ............................................................................ 4-89
Table 4-27: Earthquakes in or near Mendocino County 4.5 Magnitude or Greater Since 2004 .......................... 4-91
Table 4-28: Historic Mendocino County Tsunami Events, 1896-2018 ......................................................................... 4-102
Table 4-29: Population Exposure to M7.4 Maacama Garberville Scenario (Unincorporated County) ........... 4-109
Table 4-30: Population Exposure to M7.4 Maacama Garberville Scenario (Unincorporated County) ........... 4-109
Table 4-31: Population Exposure to M7.8 Scenario (Unincorporated County) .......................................................... 4-110
Table 4-32: Population Exposure to M7.8 Scenario (Unincorporated County) ......................................................... 4-110
Table 4-33: Seismic Benchmark Years ..................................................................................................................................... 4-111
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Table 4-34: Definitions of FEMA Building Types ................................................................................................................. 4-112
Table 4-35: Parcel Exposure to M7.4 Maacama Garberville (Unincorporated County) ........................................ 4-114
Table 4-36: Parcel Exposure to M7.8 N. San Andreas (Unincorporated County) .................................................... 4-114
Table 4-37: Critical Facility Exposure to M7.4 Scenario (Unincorporated County) ............................................... 4-116
Table 4-38: Critical Facility Exposure to M7.8 Scenario (Unincorporated County) ............................................... 4-117
Table 4-39: Lifeline Exposure Maacama Garberville Scenario (Unincorporated County) .................................. 4-118
Table 4-40: Lifeline Exposure M7.8 Scenario (Unincorporated County) .................................................................... 4-119
Table 4-41: Hazus Building Damage Descriptions .............................................................................................................. 4-124
Table 4-42: Loss Estimations for M 7.4 Scenario ................................................................................................................. 4-125
Table 4-43: Loss Estimations for M 7.8 Scenario ................................................................................................................. 4-126
Table 4-44: Loss Estimations for M 7.4 Maacama Garberville Scenario .................................................................... 4-127
Table 4-45: Loss Estimations for M 7.8 N. San Andreas Scenario ................................................................................ 4-133
Table 4-46 Earthquake Problem Statements ........................................................................................................................ 4-139
Table 4-47 COVID-19 Mendocino County Case Data as of September, 2020 ............................................................ 4-145
Table 4-48 Mendocino County Selected Communicable Disease Cases 2011-2018 .............................................. 4-146
Table 4-49 Parameter Values Contingent on Five COVID-19 Pandemic Planning Scenarios ......................... 4-148
Table 4-50 Pandemic Disease Problem Statements........................................................................................................... 4-150
Table 4-51: Flood Insurance Statistics for Mendocino County....................................................................................... 4-155
Table 4-52: Mendocino County Flood Events Since 2000 ................................................................................................ 4-157
Table 4-53: Summary of Discharges in Mendocino County ............................................................................................ 4-163
Table 4-54: Summary Population Exposure to Flood (Unincorporated County) ................................................... 4-170
Table 4-55: Parcels Exposed to NFIP Flood Zones (Unincorporated County) .......................................................... 4-172
Table 4-56: Critical Facility Points in the Floodplain ......................................................................................................... 4-172
Table 4-57: Lifelines in the Floodplain (Unincorporated County) ............................................................................... 4-174
Table 4-58: 100 YR Flood Damage Estimation by Occupancy Type ............................................................................. 4-175
Table 4-59: 100 YR Flood Damage Estimation of County Facilities ............................................................................. 4-176
Table 4-60: Damage Estimation Summary for 500 yr. Floodplain ................................................................................ 4-177
Table 4-61 Flood Problem Statements ..................................................................................................................................... 4-179
Table 4-62: Severe Weather Damage Summary by Year 2000-2019 ........................................................................... 4-184
Table 4-63: Classes of Wind Power Density at 10 m and 50 ma ...................................................................................... 4-187
Table 4-64 Severe Weather Problem Statements ................................................................................................................ 4-191
Table 4-65: Slope Failure Events in Mendocino County Since 2000 ........................................................................... 4-195
Table 4-66: Population Exposure to Landslide Susceptibility ....................................................................................... 4-199
Table 4-67: Property Value Exposed to Landslides. ........................................................................................................... 4-201
Table 4-68: Critical Facility Points with Slope Failure Hazard Risk (Unincorporated County) ....................... 4-201
Table 4-69: Critical Facilities (Linear) with Slope Failure Hazard Risk (Unincorporated County) ................. 4-203
Table 4-70 Slope Failure Problem Statements .................................................................................................................... 4-205
Table 4-71: Population Exposure to Naturally Occurring Asbestos (Unincorporated County) ......................... 4-215
Table 4-72: Imp. Parcels and Content w/i Nat. Occurring Asbestos Areas (Uninc. Co.) ....................................... 4-216
Table 4-73: Critical Facility Exposure to Naturally Occurring Asbestos Areas (Unincorporated County) ... 4-216
Table 4-74: Lifelines in Naturally Occurring Asbestos Areas (Unincorporated County) .................................... 4-218
Table 4-75 Ag Disaster Problem Statements ........................................................................................................................ 4-220
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Table 4-76: Fire Perimeter Sizes and Dates (1000 Acres or Greater 2000-2018) ..................................................... 4-229
Table 4-77 Populations Exposed to Wildfire Risk (Unincorporated County) .......................................................... 4-238
Table 4-78: Improved Parcel and Content within Wildfire Severity Zones (Unincorporated County) ......... 4-240
Table 4-79: Critical Facility Exposure to Wildfire Severity Zones (Unincorporated County) ........................... 4-241
Table 4-80: Lifelines in Wildfire Severity Zones (Unincorporated County) ............................................................ 4-242
Table 4-81 Wildfire Problem Statements ............................................................................................................................... 4-244
Table 5-1: Mendocino County Planning and Regulatory Mitigation Capabilities ...................................................... 5-7
Table 5-2: Mendocino County Fiscal Capabilities Summary ............................................................................................. 5-9
Table 5-3: Mendocino County Education/ Outreach Capabilities Summary .............................................................. 5-10
Table 5-4: Mendocino County Administrative and Technical Capabilities ................................................................ 5-11
Table 5-5: Federal and State Funding Opportunities ............................................................................................................ 5-12
Table 5-6: County Wide Mitigation Action Tracker .............................................................................................................. 5-23
Table 7-1: Wildfire Hazard Severity Classification ..................................................................................................................... 7
Table 7-2: Data Dictionary .................................................................................................................................................................... 9
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Executive Summary
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Mendocino County prepared this hazard mitigation plan to guide County and City Officials and School
District Administrators in protecting the people and property within the County from the effects of natural
disasters and hazard events. This plan demonstrates Mendocino County’s commitment to reducing risk
from natural hazards through mitigation and serves as a tool to direct County resources to achieve
optimum results with available administrative, technical, and financial resources.
The term “hazard mitigation” refers to actions or strategies that can reduce or eliminate long-term risks
caused by natural disasters. Mitigation activities can be developed, planned, and implemented before or
after a disaster occurs. After disasters, repairs and reconstruction often are completed in such a way as to
simply restore damaged property to pre-disaster conditions. These efforts may return
property and infrastructure to “the norm”, but the replication of pre-disaster
conditions may result in a repetitive cycle of damage and reconstruction. Hazard
mitigation planning in Mendocino County can break this repetitive cycle by
reducing vulnerability to hazards through smart construction and proper
planning of future development and critical infrastructure. Hazard mitigation
activities can be conducted through a wide variety of mitigation strategies, such as
construction of regional flood control projects or implementing fuel reduction
around buildings within high wildfire risk areas.
What is a hazard mitigation plan?
This hazard mitigation plan provides an explanation of prevalent hazards within the County. Is also
describes how hazards may affect the County and participating jurisdictions differently based upon
various relationships to natural hazards. This plan also identifies risks to vulnerable assets, both people
and property. Most importantly, the mitigation strategy presented in this plan responds to the identified
vulnerabilities within each community and provides prescriptions or actions to achieve the greatest risk
reduction based upon available resources. The County and participating jurisdictions intend to save lives,
reduce injuries, reduce property damage, and protect natural resources for future generations through
mitigation activities.
Why have a hazard mitigation plan?
The passage of the Disaster Mitigation Act in 2000 (DMA 2000) requires proactive pre-disaster planning as
a condition of receiving certain federal financial assistance under the Robert T. Stafford Act. DMA 2000
encourages state and local authorities to work together on pre-disaster planning to assist local
governments to accurately assess mitigation needs, resulting in faster allocation of funding and more
cost-effective risk reduction projects under FEMA’s Hazard Mitigation Assistance program. The purpose
of this Multi-jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (MJHMP) is twofold. First, it provides the County and
participating jurisdictions continued access to grant funding from FEMA to conduct hazard mitigation
activities for participating jurisdictions. Secondly, it provides resources for residents wishing to conduct
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hazard mitigation efforts by identifying areas of extreme risk and providing financial and technical
mitigation resources based upon current gaps.
Why is the plan updated so often?
As a DMA 2000 requirement, the plan must be updated every five years to remain in compliance with
federal mitigation grant conditions. Federal regulations require hazard mitigation plans to include a plan
for monitoring, evaluating, and updating the hazard
mitigation plan. An update process provides an
opportunity to reevaluate recommendations, monitor
the impacts of actions that have been accomplished,
and determine if there is a need to change the focus of
mitigation strategies over time. Grant compliance is
contingent on meeting the plan update requirements
that are contained in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFRs). Jurisdictions that allow a plan to expire are
not able to pursue funding under the Robert T. Stafford Act.
Participating Jurisdictions
The Mendocino County MJHMP has multiple participating jurisdictions and geographically covers the
entire area within Mendocino County (hereinafter referred to as the “planning area”). A planning
partnership was formed to develop and steer content in this Plan. This partnership consists of Mendocino
County stakeholders and participating jurisdictions who have worked together to create the goals,
objectives, mitigation strategies, and implementation methods to reduce risk. Any local government or
non-profit agency with the ability to regulate building or infrastructure development or maintenance may
participate in the planning process. However, to obtain FEMA approval, each of the local jurisdictions must
meet all FEMA planning requirements outline in federal regulations at 44 CFR § 201.6 et seq. A list of
jurisdictions that have elected to participate in this MJHMP can be found in Table 2-1.
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Plan Development and Update Methods
Hazard mitigation planning is the process through which hazards are identified, likely impacts
determined, mitigation goals set, and appropriate mitigation strategies identified. This plan documents
the hazard mitigation planning process the County and participating jurisdictions used to increase natural
hazard resiliency in the community. Mendocino County and all participating jurisdictions followed the
recommended FEMA four-step process to develop this 2020 updated plan. This update included a
reorganization of planning partners to provide clear delineation of jurisdiction information, development
of a new risk assessment, revaluation of goals and objectives, development of new mitigation actions, new
enhancements for implementing mitigation actions, updates to all sections of the 2014 plan, and a new
website for stakeholder involvement and public information.
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Risk Assessment
The risk assessment measures the potential loss of life, personal injury, economic injury, and property or
infrastructure damage resulting from natural hazards in order to determine vulnerability. For this update,
the risk assessment utilized new data and technologies that have become available since 2014. The County
and participating jurisdictions used risk assessment information to rank risks and to gauge the potential
impacts of each hazard of concern in the Operational Area. The risk assessment included:
• Hazard identification and profiling,
• Assessment of the impact of hazards on physical, social, and economic assets,
• Identification of particular areas of vulnerability,
• Additional impacts of each hazard due to climate change, and
• Estimates of the cost of potential damage.
The following natural hazard threats were identified and profiled as County priority hazards:
Dam Failure
SECTION 4.5.1
Pandemic
SECTION 4.5.5
Slope Failure
SECTION 4.5.8
Drought
SECTION 4.5.2
Flood
SECTION 4.5.6
Soil
Section 4.5.9
Climate Change
SECTION 4.5.3
Severe Weather
SECTION 4.5.7
Wildfire
SECTION 4.5.10
Earthquake
SECTION 4.5.4
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Participating jurisdictions also individually assessed risks applicable to their jurisdiction. Many
participating jurisdictions identified fewer than the County-identified hazards. Those jurisdiction-specific
profiles are included in Volume 2 of this MJHMP.
Hazard Exposure and Damage Estimation
In Mendocino County, earthquakes, flooding, slope failure, dam failure, sea-level rise, naturally occurring
asbestos, and wildfire have known geographic extents and corresponding spatial information, which
make exposure and damage estimation possible. In order to describe vulnerability for each hazard, it is
important to understand the total population and total assets at risk. This provides the estimated damage
and losses expected during a “worst case scenario” event for each hazard.
Figure ES 1: Risk Assessment Methodology Summary
Population and Asset Exposure
The total counts of parcels, people, facilities, assets, and the sum of values within the planning area which
could be exposed to a hazard event is referred to as the “exposure” in this plan. A natural hazards overlay
was developed to reflect the combination of many known natural hazard spatial footprints. The spatial
overlay method enables summarization of building values, parcel counts, population exposure, and critical
facility exposure within a hazard’s geographic extents (see Figure ES 2 exposure example). This method
has been used to evaluate exposure for earthquakes, landslides, flooding, dam inundation, and wildfire. For
a more detailed explanation on Risk Assessment Methods, see Section 4.4 and Appendix A at A1-3.
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Figure ES 2: Exposure explanation graphic
Damage Assessments
FEMA’s Hazus software was used to conduct a detailed loss estimation for flood and earthquake. Hazus is
a nationally-applicable, standardized methodology that contains models for estimating potential losses
from earthquakes, floods, and hurricanes. Hazus uses Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology
to estimate physical, economic, and social impacts of disasters. For this planning effort, Hazus was used
to generate damage estimations due to possible earthquakes and flooding. The estimated damage and
losses provided by the Hazus Software is a “worst case scenario” event and provides the ability to
understand possible widescale damage to buildings and facilities.
In the hypothetical map in Figure ES 3, even though both structures are exposed to flooding, it is predicted
that the structure with a first floor height below the depth of flooding will receive significantly more
damage than the structure with a first floor height above the expected water depth. For a more detailed
explanation on risk Assessment Methods, see Section 4.4 and Appendix A at A1-3.
Figure ES 3: Hazus Damage Estimation Example
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Summary of Vulnerable Assets: People, Property Value, and Infrastructure
Hazards with spatial boundaries can be analyzed to demonstrate the amount of population, critical
infrastructure, and parcels within each hazard’s footprint. At-risk populations, critical infrastructure,
improved parcels, and loss results for each hazard category are provided in bar chart summary tables
throughout this plan to evaluate the percentage of assets exposed to different types of hazards. The side-
by -side comparison allows officials to evaluate the impacts of potential hazards to determine toward what
hazards to direct energy and financial resource for mitigation activities. For detailed vulnerability
assessment information, see the individual hazard specific sections presented in Section 4.5. This
Executive Summary provides map summaries for the profiled hazards in Figure ES 4 through Figure ES 7.
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Figure ES 4: Wildfire and FEMA Flood Risk Snapshots
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Figure ES 5: Naturally Occurring Asbestos and Dam Inundation Snapshot
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Figure ES 6: Maacama Garberville and N. San Andreas – N. Coast – Peninsula – SC MTN Snapshot
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Figure ES 7: Landslide and Tsunami Run-up Area Snapshot
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Figure ES 8: Sea-level rise Snapshot
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Mitigation Goals
The Steering Committee reviewed and updated the goals from the 2014 Mendocino County Hazard
Mitigation Plan. The following updated goals guided the Steering Committee and planning partners in
selecting actions contained in this plan update:
Goal 1: Reduce loss of life, injuries, and structural and
economic damage through the use of planning,
regulations, and preventative measures.
Goal 2: Reduce loss of life, injuries, and structural and
economic damage through the use of property
protection measures.
Goal 3: Reduce loss of life, injuries, and structural and
economic damage through the use of public education
and awareness programs.
Goal 4: Reduce loss of life, injuries, and structural and
economic damage through the use of natural
resource/ systems protection.
Goal 5: Reduce loss of life, injuries, and structural and
economic damage through the use of structural/
infrastructure projects.
Goal 6: Reduce loss of life, injuries, and structural and
economic damage through the use of emergency
services in relation to natural hazards.
Mitigation Strategy
The mitigation strategies and activities designed to reduce or eliminate losses resulting from natural
hazards are the centerpiece of the mitigation planning process. Through the mitigation actions,
participating jurisdictions will become more resilient to disasters. Actions identified in this plan may or
may not be geared toward grant funding under HMA. Rather, the focus was the initiatives’ effectiveness in
achieving the goals of the plan within each jurisdiction’s capabilities.
Participating jurisdictions individually selected a range of appropriate mitigation actions to work toward
achieving the MJHMP’s goals, compiled in Volume 2 jurisdictional annexes to the HMP. In addition, the
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Steering Committee and participating jurisdictions identified countywide actions benefiting the whole
partnership, as listed in Volume 1. These initiatives also are summarized in the following tables.
County Wide Priority Mitigation Actions
Mitigation No. Hazard Type Year Title/Description
ma-AH-MC-134 All Hazard 2008 Develop a public outreach program that distributes
consistent hazard mitigation content and mitigation tips for
property owners. For example, wildfire outreach should
focus on necessary ignition resistance and home hardening
features - including defensible space - for county residents.
ma-AH-MC-205 All Hazard 2020 Develop an education program to inform both existing Class
K structure owners and applicants of building permits for
Class K structures of the inherent risks of such structures to
all natural hazards
ma-AH-MC-299 All Hazard 2020 Construct evacuation routes as needed to ensure multiple
egress routes from neighborhoods.
ma-CC-MC-221 Climate Change 2020 Offer agricultural disaster training and networking
opportunities for farmers and agricultural regulatory
agencies.
ma-CC-MC-298 Climate Change 2020 Develop public outreach to educate the public on household
practices that can lessen the impacts of climate change.
ma-DF-MC-126 Dam Failure 2014 Develop a public outreach program that informs property
owners located in the dam or levee inundation areas about
voluntary flood insurance.
ma-DF-MC-199 Dam Failure 2020 Design and implement County-wide warning system
program, with all other HMP participating jurisdictions as
secondary participants, to warn everyone within a dam
inundation zone of impending dam failure
ma-DR-MC-196 Drought 2020 Develop a public education campaign to encourage water
conservation during drought.
ma-DR-MC-197 Drought 2020 Amend land use codes to incorporate regulations that
encourage and incentive water savings for development.
ma-DR-MC-198 Drought 2020 Replace existing turf grass and water intensive landscaping
with drought resistant landscaping
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Mitigation No. Hazard Type Year Title/Description
ma-EQ-MC-127 Earthquake 2014 Seismically retrofit or replace County and local ramps and
bridges that are categorized as structurally deficient by
Caltrans, identified as needing replacement by the County,
are located in an high ground shaking areas, and/or are
necessary for first responders to use during and/or
immediate after a disaster or emergency.
ma-EQ-MC-200 Earthquake 2020 Encourage privately owned critical facilities (e.g. churches,
hotels, other gathering facilities) to evaluate the ability of
the buildings to withstand earthquakes and to address any
deficiencies identified.
ma-EQ-MC-201 Earthquake 2020 Retrofit / Harden County-owned critical facilities (including
water & sewer infrastructure) and buildings and their ability
to withstand earthquakes.
ma-EQ-MC-202 Earthquake 2020 Retrofit non-compliant suspended ceilings in County
buildings. This includes Non-Structural Suspended Gypsum
Dry-Wall & Cement Plaster Ceilings built 1950-1974.
ma-EQ-MC-203 Earthquake 2020 Install seismic gas shut-off valves on County buildings to
prevent the flow of gas into buildings during a seismic
event
ma-WS-MC-118 Extreme Weather 2014 Manage vegetation in areas within and adjacent to rights-
of-way and in close proximity to critical facilities in order to
reduce the risk of tree failure and property damage and
avoid creation of wind acceleration corridors within
vegetated areas.
ma-EW-MC-207 Extreme Weather 2020 Routinely inspect storm water channels for vegetation build
up or encroachment, trash and debris, silt and gravel build
up, and erosion or bank failure.
ma-EW-MC-208 Extreme Weather 2020 Perform a feasibility study for flood proofing options and
analyze the drainage systems County-wide.
ma-FL-MC-125 Flood 2014 Acquire, relocate, or elevate residential structures, in
particular those that have been identified as Repetitive Loss
(RL) properties that are located within the 100-year
floodplain.
ma-FL-MC-210 Flood 2020 Elevate and retrofit bridges and culverts to allow proper
stormwater / 100-YR flows.
ma-FL-MC-213 Flood 2020 Draft a Floodplain Management Plan to address County-
wide flooding and identify specific mitigation projects to
reduce the magnitude, frequency, and severity of flooding in
Mendocino County.
ma-FL-MC-215 Flood 2020 Adopt higher regulatory standards (including but not
limited to freeboard, comp storage, lower substantial
damage thresholds, setback and fill restrictions) as means
to reduce future flood risk and support a no-adverse-impact
(NAI) philosophy to floodplain management.
ma-PN-MC-222 Pandemic 2020 Assess and institute necessary upgrades to critical facilities
to allow for usage during pandemic, including adequate
ventilation and physical barriers
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Mitigation No. Hazard Type Year Title/Description
ma-PN-MC-223 Pandemic 2020 Institute necessary structural improvements to evacuation
centers/sheltering locations to allow for proper ventilation,
space for staff, and structural barriers to be used during
pandemic and hazard event.
ma-PN-MC-224 Pandemic 2020 Develop alternative sheltering/ evacuation locations for
social distancing required during pandemic and other
hazard event
ma-SF-MC-139 Slope Failure 2008 Construct a lightweight fill prism under roads to prevent the
slip plain from further movement and subsequent damage
to roads.
ma-SF-MC-225 Slope Failure 2020 Establish a priority list of slope failure locations and
implement slope stabilization projects in the highest risk
areas.
ma-SH-MC-206 Soil Hazard 2020 Develop educational outreach during the building permit
process to raise awareness about the presence naturally
occurring asbestos.
ma-SH-MC-226 Soil Hazard 2020 Establish a priority list of coastal erosion locations and
implement slope stabilization projects in the highest risk
areas.
ma-WF-MC-123 Wildfire 2014 Create and/or help strengthen existing vegetation
management programs that provides vegetation
management services to elderly, disabled, or low-income
property owners who lack the resources to remove
flammable vegetation from around their homes.
ma-WF-MC-227 Wildfire 2020 Retrofit critical facilities (adult care, child care, schools,
railways) with fire-resistant materials and create defensible
space around structures.
ma-WF-MC-228 Wildfire 2020 Ensure addresses and locations are easily accessed during
emergency, especially in the WUI. Methods include
installation of high visibility address markers, partnering
wiht County Fire Chief to reduce overlapping, duplicate, or
misordered street and address markings, and developing
GPS-based locating options for more remote or hard to find
locations.
ma-WF-MC-238 Wildfire 2020 Update County Code/ Land Use Regulations/Subdivision
Design Guidelines to include design and siting standards to
incorporate, for example, emergency response access and
turn around space or fire suppression water needs.
ma-WF-MC-239 Wildfire 2020 Coordinate with fire protection agencies to develop
vegetation management program to remove understory
brush, hazardous trees, and excessive fuels around County
roads and evacuation routes.
ma-WF-MC-287 Wildfire 2020 Implement and continue to re-prioritize Mendocino County
CWPP Mitigation Projects and support smaller scale
neighborhood and community plans as appropriate.
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Mitigation No. Hazard Type Year Title/Description
ma-WF-MC-300 Wildfire 2020 Identify and develop a plan and maintenance schedule for
key fuel breaks currently existing around population
centers and other key resources; develop new fuel breaks as
identified.
ma-WF-MC-301 Wildfire 2020 Continue to support programs to reduce fuel loads in the
County, including but not limited to continuing the chipper
program, mastication and removal of fuels, and
encouraging prescribed burns when practicable.
ma-WF-MC-302 Wildfire 2020 Develop a program to map and manage emerging high risk
fuel sources.
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Mitigation Action Implementation
Despite County efforts, no amount of planning or mitigation can prevent disasters from occurring or
eliminate the risk and impacts of such events. Hazard events will continue to occur, and the County and
participating jurisdictions will take actions to reduce the risks these hazards pose to life, property, and the
economy. While this MJHMP identifies opportunities for reasonable mitigation actions, each individual
has a responsibility to be aware of the potential hazards where they live and to minimize their own
household’s vulnerability.
The County’s ability to carry out mitigation is limited to those facilities over which it has authority. The
County does not have direct authority over schools, water and sanitation districts, private gas, electric and
communication utilities, state and federal highways and facilities, private hospitals, or neighboring cities
and tribes. The County will focus on actions within its authority to do while seeking to cooperatively work
with other entities to address mutual areas of vulnerability and interdependence.
Full implementation of the plan’s recommendations will take time and resources. The measure of the
plan’s success will be the coordination and pooling of resources within the participating jurisdictions and
maintaining these successes over time. Teaming together to seek financial assistance at the state and
federal level will be a priority to initiate projects that are dependent on alternative funding sources. This
plan was built upon the effective leadership of a multi-disciplined steering committee and a process that
relied heavily on public input and support. The plan will succeed for the same reasons.
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Adoption Records (To be included)
To comply with DMA 2000, the County Board of Supervisors officially adopt this Mendocino County Multi-
Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Volume 1 and Volume 2 upon plan approval from Cal OES and FEMA.
The adoption of the MJHMP in its entirety recognizes the County’s commitment to reducing the impacts
of natural hazards within the Cities and County. See the Record of Adoptions, below.
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Section 1. Introduction
1.1 Purpose
Mendocino County and many other participating jurisdictions prepared this Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard
Mitigation Plan (MJHMP), originally approved by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in
2006 and updated in 2014. The plan in its current form reflects a comprehensive update in 2020. The
purpose of this plan is to guide hazard mitigation planning to better protect the people and property of the
County from the effects of hazard events. This plan demonstrates the commitment of each participating
jurisdiction to reducing risks from hazards and serves as a tool to help decision-makers direct mitigation
activities and resources. This plan was also developed to ensure Mendocino County and participating
jurisdictions’ continued eligibility for certain federal disaster assistance, specifically the FEMA Hazard
Mitigation Assistance (HMA) grants, including the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP), Building
Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC), and Flood Mitigation Assistance Program (FMA). The
plan is also important for maintaining and improving the standing of the County in the National Flood
Insurance Program’s Community Rating System (CRS), which provides for lower flood insurance
premiums to the residents in the unincorporated areas.
1.2 Background and Scope
Each year in the United States, natural disasters take the lives of hundreds of people and injure thousands
more. Nationwide, taxpayers pay billions of dollars annually to help communities, organizations,
businesses, and individuals recover from disasters. These monies only partially reflect the true cost of
disasters because additional expenses incurred by insurance companies and nongovernmental
organizations are not reimbursed by tax dollars. Many natural disasters are predictable, and much of the
damage caused by these events can be reduced or even eliminated. Hazard mitigation is defined by FEMA
as “any sustained action taken to reduce or eliminate long-term risk to human life and property from a
hazard event.” The results of a three-year, congressionally mandated independent study to assess future
savings from mitigation activities demonstrates that mitigation activities are highly cost-effective. On
average, each dollar spent on mitigation saves society an average of $6 in avoided future losses in addition
to saving lives and preventing injuries. (National Institute of Building Sciences, 2017)
1.3 Participating Jurisdictions
The Mendocino County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan geographically covers the entire area
within Mendocino County’s jurisdictional boundaries (hereinafter referred to as the “planning area”). A
planning partnership was formed to develop and steer content in this plan. This partnership consists of
Mendocino County and local government planning partners who worked together to create the goals,
objectives, mitigation strategies, and implementation methods to reduce natural hazard risk within the
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planning area. Any jurisdiction or organization may participate in the planning process. However, to
obtain Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) approval, each local jurisdiction must meet all
requirements of hazard mitigation planning outlined in 44 C.F.R. § 201.6. Participating jurisdictions are
listed in Table 2-1 and are shown in Figure 1-1.
1.4 Why Update This Plan?
Hazard mitigation is a way to reduce or alleviate the loss of life, personal injury, and property damage that
can result from a disaster through long and short-term strategies. It involves strategies such as planning,
policy changes, programs, projects, and other activities that can mitigate the impacts of hazards. The
responsibility for hazard mitigation lies with many, including private property owners, business and
industry, and local, state, and federal governments.
The Federal Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 (DMA 2000) required state and local governments to develop
hazard mitigation plans as a condition of federal disaster grant assistance. (Pub. L. No. 106-390; 42 U.S.C. §
5121 et seq.) Prior to 2000, federal disaster funding focused on disaster relief and recovery, with limited
funding for hazard mitigation planning. DMA 2000 increased the emphasis on planning for disasters
before they occur.
DMA 2000 encourages state and local authorities to work together on pre-disaster planning and promotes
sustainability. Sustainable hazard mitigation includes the sound management of natural resources and
the recognition that hazards and mitigation must be understood in the broadest possible social and
economic context. The enhanced planning network called for by DMA 2000 helps local governments
articulate accurate mitigation needs, resulting in faster allocation of funding and more cost-effective risk
reduction projects.
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1.4.1 Purposes for Planning
This Hazard Mitigation Plan identifies
resources, information, and strategies
for reducing risk from natural
hazards. Mendocino County and the
local jurisdictions that participated as
planning partners (collectively “the
planning partners”) initiated this
planning effort for several key
reasons. The Mendocino County area
has significant exposure to numerous
natural hazards that have caused
millions of dollars in past damage.
The planning partners want to be
proactive in preparing for the
probable impacts of natural hazards.
Finally, limited local resources make
it difficult to implement proactive
risk-reduction measures. Federal and
State financial assistance is
paramount to successful hazard
mitigation in the area.
Elements and strategies in the plan
were selected because they best meet
the needs of the planning partners
and their citizens. The plan was
developed to meet the following
objectives:
▪ Meet or exceed requirements
of the DMA 2000 and the 2015
California legislation
requiring the incorporation of climate adaptation strategies into hazard mitigation planning (SB
379).
▪ Enable all planning partners to continue using federal grant funding to reduce risk through
mitigation.
▪ Meet the needs of each planning partner as well as state and federal requirements.
▪ Create a risk assessment that focuses on Mendocino County hazards of concern.
Figure 1-1: Participating Jurisdiction Map
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▪ Create a single planning document that integrates all planning partners into a framework that
supports partnerships within the County and puts all partners on the same planning cycle for
future updates.
▪ Coordinate existing plans and programs so that high-priority initiatives and projects to mitigate
possible disaster impacts are funded and implemented.
1.5 Who Will Benefit from This Plan?
One benefit of multi-jurisdictional planning is the ability to pool resources and eliminate redundant
activities within a planning area with fairly uniform risk exposure and vulnerabilities. FEMA encourages
multi-jurisdiction planning under its guidance for the DMA 2000. The plan will help guide and coordinate
mitigation activities throughout Mendocino County.
All citizens and businesses of Mendocino County are the ultimate beneficiaries of this MJHMP. The plan
reduces risk for those who live in, work in, and visit the County. It provides a viable planning framework
for all foreseeable natural hazards that may impact the County. County stakeholder participation helped
ensure that plan outcomes will be mutually beneficial. The resources and background information in the
plan are applicable countywide, and the Plan’s goals and recommendations can lay the groundwork for
the development and implementation of local mitigation activities and partnerships.
1.6 How to Use This Plan
This plan has been set up in two volumes to separate jurisdiction-specific elements (Volume 2) from those
that apply to the whole planning area (Volume 1):
▪ Volume 1—Volume 1 includes all federally-required elements of a hazard mitigation plan that apply
to the entire planning area. This volume includes the description of the planning process, public
involvement strategy, goals and objectives, countywide hazard risk assessment, countywide
mitigation initiatives, and a plan maintenance strategy. Volume 1 includes the following
appendices:
▪ Appendix A—Annex Methodology
▪ Appendix B—Planning Process Documentation
▪ Volume 2—Volume 2 includes all federally-required, jurisdiction-specific elements for each
participating jurisdiction. All planning partners have adopted Volume 1 in its entirety and each
partner’s jurisdiction-specific annex.
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Section 2. What’s New
This section includes background information on the 2014 MJHMP and this MJHMP Update. The 2014
mitigation actions were reviewed and have been changed, updated, and revised to reflect new priorities
in this MJHMP. Only the information and data still valid from the 2014 Plan were carried forward as
applicable to this MJHMP update. The sections below describe the planning process for this update. This
update profiles the following ten hazards: dam failure, drought, climate change, earthquake, pandemic
disease, flood, severe weather, soil, slope failure, and wildfire hazards.
2.1 Participating Jurisdictions in the 2014 HMP vs MJHMP Update
In September of 2014, the County met all approval requirements from the DMA and officially adopted an
update to the 2006 HMP. The eligibility status of the planning partnership was monitored by the
Mendocino County Point of Contact (POC) over the five-year update process. A partner was deemed to be
meeting participation requirements based on:
▪ Progress reports being submitted annually by the specified time frames,
▪ Partners notifying the POC of changes in designated points of contact,
▪ Partners supporting the Steering Committee by attending designated meetings or responding
to needs identified by the Committee, and
▪ Partners continuing to be supportive as specified in the planning partner expectations package
provided to them at the beginning of the process.
Table 2-1 identifies the 2014 and 2020 Participating Jurisdictions.
Table 2-1: Participating Jurisdiction Tracker
Jurisdiction Name 2014 Participating
Jurisdiction
2020 Participating
Jurisdiction
County
Mendocino County Y Y
Education
Mendocino County Office of Education Y Y
Municipalities
City of Fort Bragg Y Y
City of Point Arena Y Y
City of Ukiah Y Y
City of Willits Y Y
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2.2 Mitigation Actions
During this MJHMP update process, each of the 2014 County-wide mitigation actions were examined for
relevancy and the potential for future implementation and then evaluated for potential follow-up. Some
mitigation actions developed during the 2014 HMP effort are an inherent part of the HMP update process
or were not detailed enough for implementation at a local jurisdiction level, and thus were not included in
this update. The County has made significant changes to other 2014 Mitigation Actions because of the
updated risk assessment and implementation strategy, to include more detail, or to update based on
current mitigation practices.
Table 2-2 provides a record of cancelled County-wide Mitigation Actions and an explanation for why the
mitigation action was cancelled. Ongoing or pending mitigations actions from previous HMPs are included
within the Mitigation Action Plan in Table 5-6. Completed previous Mitigation Actions for the County are
detailed in Table 2-3.
Table 2-2: Cancelled Previous Mitigation Actions
Mitigation
No.
Hazard
Type
Status Year Primary
Agency
Title/Description Responsible
Party
Reason
Cancelled
ma-AH-
MC-133
All Hazard Cancelled 2008 Mendocino
County
Integrate elements from the
MHMP into other local planning
documents, including the safety
element section of general
plans, hazard-specific zoning
ordinances, and emergency
operation plans.
not a mitigation
action;
opportunity for
integration
explored in
capabilities
assessment
ma-AH-
MC-140
All Hazard Cancelled 2008 Mendocino
County
Examine and mitigate critical
infrastructure that has been
identified as currently being too
narrow or having too many tight
turns to ensure the safe
transportation of truck loads
within Mendocino County.
Does not
address a
profiled hazard
in the HMP
ma-DF-
MC-144
Dam
Failure
Cancelled 2014 Mendocino
County
Implement a flood warning
system, including the use of
stream gauges, for the Coyote
Valley Dam. *
Mendocino
County Inland
Water and
Power
Commission
Incorporated
into MC-199
ma-EQ-
MC-128
Earthquake Cancelled 2014 Mendocino
County
Seismically retrofit or replace
public works and/or emergency
response facilities that are
necessary during and/or
immediately after a disaster or
emergency.
Planning and
Building
Services
Incorporated
into MC-201 and
MC-202
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Mitigation
No.
Hazard
Type
Status Year Primary
Agency
Title/Description Responsible
Party
Reason
Cancelled
ma-EQ-
MC-132
Earthquake Cancelled 2008 Mendocino
County
Strengthen, abate, or downgrade
in occupancy, any structures
that are owned or leased by
Mendocino County or
incorporated communities that
do not meet the California
Building Code (CBC)
requirements for seismic safety
or the California Codes
Essential Services Building Act.
Incorporated in
MC-201 and
MC-202
ma-FL-
MC-129
Flood Cancelled 2014 Mendocino
County
Acquire, relocate, elevate, and/or
floodproof critical facilities that
are located within the 100-year
floodplain.
Planning and
Building
Services
Incorporated
into MC-125
ma-FL-
MC-130
Flood Cancelled 2014 Mendocino
County
Reinforce County and local
ramps, bridges, and roads from
flooding through protection
activities, including elevating
the road and installing culverts
beneath the road or building a
higher bridge across the area
that experiences regular
flooding.
Planning and
Building
Services
Incorporated
into MC-210
ma-FL-
MC-135
Flood Cancelled 2008 Mendocino
County
Continue to participate in the
NFIP program by enforcing the
floodplain management
ordinance to reduce future flood
damage.
Incorporated
into MC-148
ma-HM-
MC-122
HazMat Cancelled 2014 Mendocino
County
Conduct a public awareness and
educational campaign to raise
awareness about the presence
of hazardous materials
throughout the County,
including naturally occurring
asbestos.
Office of
Emergency
Services
Incorporated
into MC-206
ma-IN-
MC-143
Insects Cancelled 2014 Mendocino
County
Implement an infestation public
awareness and educational
campaign.
Department of
Agriculture
Insect hazards
were not
prioritized in
the 2020 HMP
and this MA is
no longer
relevant
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Mitigation
No.
Hazard
Type
Status Year Primary
Agency
Title/Description Responsible
Party
Reason
Cancelled
ma-TS -
MC-136
Tsunami Cancelled 2008 Mendocino
County
Participate in the Tsunami
Ready Program. This new
program, sponsored by the
National Weather Service, is
designed to provide
communities with incentives to
reduce their tsunami risks.
Incorporated
into MC-154
ma-WF-
MC-138
Wildfire Cancelled 2008 Mendocino
County
Develop a countywide chipper
program in which local
residents and business owners
do their own vegetation
management and the
community offers free or
reduced-cost roadside chipping.
Mendocino
County
This is a
duplicate MA
that has been
marked as
completed (MC-
142).
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2.3 New Analysis and Risk Assessment Methodology
The County strengthened this plan by using new research methods and information systems. Geographic
Information Systems (GIS) mapping provided the County with the tools to develop more comprehensive
data sets than those in the 2014 MJHMP.
This MJHMP focuses on natural hazards. New MJHMP mitigation actions focus on four different
classifications, including:
▪ Local Plans and Regulations – intended to reduce the County’s vulnerability to future hazard events
through the implementation of codes and regulations.
▪ Structure and Infrastructure Projects – intended to protect existing structures by retrofitting,
relocating, or modifying the structure to withstand a hazard event.
▪ Natural Systems – to reduce the effects of hazards on the natural resources within a region by
preserving and/or restoring natural areas along with their mitigation functions.
▪ Public Information and Awareness – to advise residents, potential buyers, and visitors about
hazards, potentially hazardous areas, and mitigation techniques.
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2.4 Successful Mitigation Activities
The 2014 Mendocino County HMP guiding principle, goals, objectives, and mitigation actions have been
implemented through various on-going projects, plans, and programs. The County has made
improvements toward reducing natural hazard risks to life and property, with significant risk reduction
efforts for floodplain management, flood damage prevention, and fire hazard reduction. Table 2-3
summarizes the completed mitigation actions since 2014. These successful policies, programs, and
projects are summarized below.
Table 2-3: Completed Previous Mitigation Actions
Mitigation No. Hazard Type Status Year Primary Agency Title/Description
ma-AH-UN-190 All Hazard Completed 2008 Mendocino
County
Develop a sustained public outreach program that
encourages consistent hazard mitigation content. For
example, consider publishing tsunami inundation maps
in telephone books, wildland fire defensible space tips
with summer water bills or along highway billboards, and
the safe handling and disposal of hazardous waste and
chemicals with garbage bills.
ma-EQ-UN-189 Earthquake Completed 2008 Mendocino
County
Strengthen, abate, or downgrade in occupancy, any
structures that are owned or leased by Mendocino
County or incorporated communities that do not meet the
California Building Code (CBC) requirements for seismic
safety or the California Codes Essential Services Building
Act.
ma-FL-MC-131 Flood Completed 2008 Mendocino
County
Carry out minor flood and stormwater management
projects that would reduce damage to infrastructure and
residential buildings due to flooding. These projects
include the modifying or replacing existing culverts and
bridges, upgrading capacity of storm drains, stabilizing
stream banks, clearing stream banks of debris and
vegetation, and creating of debris or flood/stormwater
retention basins in small watersheds.
ma-WF-MC-142 Wildfire Completed 2008 Mendocino
County
Develop a countywide chipper program in which local
residents and business owners do their own vegetation
management and the community offers free or reduced-
cost roadside chipping.
ma-WF-UN-188 Wildfire Completed 2008 Mendocino
County
Create a vegetation management program that provides
vegetation management services to elderly, disabled, or
low-income persons who lack the resources to remove
flammable vegetation around their homes.
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SUCCESS STORY: Wildfire Prevention Initiative near Ukiah
In 2019, the County in partnership with the City of
Ukiah began an effort to increase wildfire
mitigation capabilities. The County and City
began conducting inspections in the region to
identify any fire prone areas. They also
conducted outreach by consulting local
homeowners about their knowledge of fire safety
issues and experiences with wildfire in the area.
During the same period, a number of Fire Safe
Councils were created in and around the city. These Fire Safe Councils mapped non-ambulatory
neighborhood residences. The Mendocino County Fire Safe Council, in particular, is managing the Ukiah
Valley Fire Fuels Reduction Project. The Project’s objective is to reduce fire fuels by performing roadside
clearing, creating shaded fuel breaks, and holding neighborhood chipper days. An additional collaboration
between the County, the City, and CalFire developed the shaded fuel breaks on the western hills above
Ukiah in the unincorporated areas of the County. The City also provides debris bins free of charge for
neighborhoods in order to minimize any risk from discarded debris.
2.5 Incorporation into other Planning Mechanisms
Over the past five years, the 2014 HMP was incorporated into other planning mechanisms as a
demonstration of progress in local hazard mitigation efforts. This newly-updated HMP will be referenced
in Mendocino County’s 2020 Safety Element Update and in the 2020 Climate Vulnerability Assessment.
This update also will be incorporated into planning documents such as the County Flood Mitigation Plan,
Groundwater Management Plan, Groundwater Sustainability Plan, General Plan, Wildfire Protection Plan,
and the North Coast Integrated Regional Water Management Plan in the future.
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Section 3. Planning Process
This section describes each stage of the planning process used to develop the MJHMP. The planning
process provides a framework for document development and follows the FEMA recommended steps as
enumerated in federal regulation and outlined herein. This
MJHMP is a community-driven, living document. The
planning process itself is as important as the resulting plan
because it encourages communities to integrate mitigation
with day-to-day decision making. This section describes each
stage of the planning process.
The Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency
Assistance Act, as amended by the
Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 (DMA
2000, 42 U.S.C. § 5165), is intended to
“reduce the loss of life and property,
human suffering, economic disruption,
and disaster assistance costs resulting
from natural disasters.” Under this legislation, state,
tribal, and local governments must develop a hazard
mitigation plan as a condition for receiving certain types of
non-emergency disaster assistance through FEMA Hazard
Mitigation Assistance. FEMA regulations implementing the
DMA 2000 are located at 44 C.F.R. § 201.6 et seq.
FEMA prescribes four major planning steps:
• Step 1: Organize Resources
• Step 2: Assess Risk
• Step 3: Develop a Mitigation Strategy
• Step 4: Adopt and Implement the Plan
Each jurisdiction that participated in the MJHMP independently followed the FEMA four-step process.
Figure 3-1 provides a detailed, phased breakdown of the planning process that each participating
jurisdiction completed. These four steps are integrated with a ten-step planning process that FEMA’s
Community Rating System uses to establish floodplain management credit in addition to Flood Mitigation
Assistance programs.
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Figure 3-1: Mendocino County MHJHMP Planning Process
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STEP 1: Organize Resources
The first step of the MJHMP planning process was organizing resources, consisting of developing the
planning team development, reviewing relevant existing documents, and organizing public outreach.
Building the Planning Team
The Planning Team was comprised of participants
from all participating jurisdictions who worked
together to develop the MJHMP. The Planning Team
consisted of a Steering Committee, Planning
Committee, a broader group of residents and
regional stakeholders, and an HMP consultant used
for plan development and facilitation.
Steering Committee
The Steering Committee was at the core of the MJHMP
planning process and was integral to ensuring the success of
the planning process, its implementation, and future maintenance.
Members of the Steering Committee, listed in Table 3-1 below, represented jurisdictional leads from each
planning partner and were also a part of the MJHMP Planning Partners Committee, discussed below and
in the individual annexes in Volume 2.
Table 3-1: MJHMP Steering Committee
Jurisdiction Point of Contact Title
Mendocino County Executive Office Nash Gonzalez Mendocino County Disaster Recovery
Director
Mendocino County Office of Education Steve Turner Director
City of Fort Bragg John Smith Director of Public Works
City of Point Arena Paul Anderson Administrative Assistant
City of Ukiah Tami Bartolomei Office of Emergency Management
Coordinator
City of Willits Dusty Duley Community Development Director
PLANNING
TEAM
Regional
Stakeholders
Planning
Committee
Steering
Committee
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Planning Committee
The MJHMP Planning Committee consisted of multiple key decisionmakers with specific expertise to
contribute to the planning process from each participating jurisdiction. The Planning Committee served
as liaisons to the greater community. Each Planning Committee member was responsible for
communicating the direction and status of the planning effort to respective departments and constituents
of each jurisdiction and were expected to represent the perspectives of the participating jurisdiction to the
Committee.
The Planning Committee was involved in the following planning processes:
▪ Structured coordination and meetings
▪ Collection of valuable local information and other requested data
▪ Decision making on plan process and content
▪ Development of mitigation actions
▪ Review and comment on plan drafts
▪ Coordination of the public input process
All Planning Committee members did not necessarily attend stakeholder group meetings. Some
participated by reviewing draft documents, assisting in individual jurisdictional vulnerability
assessments, with public outreach, or at other stages of the process. Table 3-2 provides a list of the
Planning Committee Members. Documentation of Planning Committee invitations are provided in
Appendix B.
Table 3-2: MJHMP Planning Committee
NAME TITLE DEPARTMENT
MENDOCINO COUNTY
Anne Molgaard Director Child Support Services
Barbara Moed Executive Officer Mendocino County Air Quality Management
District (MCAQMD)
Bekkie Emery Assistant Director Social Services Division - Health and Human
Services
Brentt Blaser Emergency Services
Coordinator
Mendocino County Sheriff’s Office
Cody Snider Executive Office Information Systems Division Manager
Darcie Antle Deputy CEO Executive Office - Finance
Sarah Duckett Water Agency Mendocino County Water Agency
Greg Glavich County of Mendocino County Communications Coordinator
Heather Correll Rose Executive Office Risk Management
Howard Dashiel Director Department of Transportation
Leif Far Mendocino County Information Systems (GIS)
Matt Kendall Sheriff Mendocino County Sheriff
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NAME TITLE DEPARTMENT
Michael Oliphant Department of Planning and
Building, Building Official
Mendocino County Building Official
Nash Gonzalez Mendocino County Disaster
Recovery Director
Mendocino County Executive Office
Shannon Barney Lieutenant Sheriff’s
Department
Emergency Operations Center (EOC)
Steve Dunicliff Deputy CEO County Facilities Mendocino County Executive Office
Tammy Moss Chandler Agency Director Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA)
William Schurtz Director Human Resources
Xuyen Ung Administrative Analyst Recovery/CEO
Richard Molinari Shelter Manager Ukiah Animal Shelter
Joe Zicherman Chairman Mendocino County Fire Safe Council
Paul Duncan Operations Chief Cal Fire - Mendocino Unit
Anthony Massucco Fire Captain Cal Fire -Howard Forest Emergency Command
Center
CITY OF FORT BRAGG
John Naulty Interim Chief City of Fort Bragg Police Department
Tabatha Miller City Manager City Manager's Office
John Smith Director of Public Works City of Fort Bragg
CITY OF UKIAH
Douglas Hutchison Fire Chief City of Ukiah
Greg Owen Airport Manager City of Ukiah
Justin Wyatt Police Chief City of Ukiah Police Department
Sage Sangiacomo City Manager City of Ukiah
Tami Bartolomei Office of Emergency
Management Coordinator
City of Ukiah
Tim Eriksen Public Works Director City of Ukiah
Craig Schlatter City of Ukiah Community
Development Director
Community Development
CITY OF WILLITS
Cathy Moorhead Deputy City Manager/City
Clerk
City of Willits
Dusty Duley Community Development
Director
Community Development
Gregory Allen Chief City of Willits Police
Stephanie Garrabrant-
Sierra
City Manager Administration and Fiscal Services
CITY OF POINT ARENA
Paul Anderson Administrative Assistant City of Point Arena
Richard Shoemaker City Manager City of Point Arena
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NAME TITLE DEPARTMENT
NEIGHBORING JURISDICTIONS
Amy Travis Deputy Director, Office of
Emergency Services
Glenn County
Andy Houghtby Sergeant, Office of Emergency
Services
Tehama County
Chris Godley OES Sonoma County
Chris Macedo OES Lake County
Dale Carnathan OES Lake County
Ed Prestley Office of Emergency Services
Manager
Trinity County
Jeff DuVall OES Sonoma County
Kim Hunter Director of Building &
Planning
Trinity County
Ryan Derby OES Humboldt County
Melanie Collins Department of Emergency
Management
Sonoma County
PARTICIPATING STAKEHOLDERS
Andres Avila Chief Anderson Valley Fire Department
Andrew Watson Field Office Chief US Geological Survey, California Water Science
Center
Ann Carlson Supervisor’s office USDA Forest Service
Bill Pauli Chief Potter Valley Fire Department
Bob Matson Chief Elk VFD
Carla Meyer General Manager Mendocino Transit Authority (MTA)
Don Dale Chief Redwood Valley-Calpella Fire Department
Gregg Warner Chief South Coast Fire Protection District
Chris Dilks Captain South Coast Fire Protection District
Chris Wilkes Chief Little Lake Fire Protection District
Christopher Bartow Mitigation Lands Project
Manager
Resource Conservation District
Clay Eubank Battalion Chief Anderson Valley Fire Department
Dan Maxey Chief Westport VFD
Davey Beak Chief Comptche VFD
David Latoof Chief Mendocino VFD
Doren Freeman Chief Covelo Fire Department
Elizabeth Salomone General Manager Mendocino County Russian River Flood Control
and Water Conservation Improvement District
George Gonzalez Unit Chief Cal Fire - Mendocino Unit
Hilary White Outreach & Development
Manager
Mendocino Land Trust
Jason Warner Chief Redwood Coast Fire Department
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NAME TITLE DEPARTMENT
Jeff Adair Training Division Chief Ukiah Valley Fire Authority
Jim Kessler Captain Brooktrails Fire Department
Joaquin Jones Training Officers Chief Mendocino VFD
Jon K. Noyer Chief Brooktrails CSD Fire Department
JP McMillian Training Officers Chief Mendocino VFD
Let Reighter Chief Leggett Valley Fire Protection District
Marigold Klein Community Events Team
Member
Red Cross Mendocino County
Michael Rees Asst. Chief/Training Officer Albion-Little River VFD
Michael Suddith Fire Protection Chief Redwood Coast Fire Department
Mike Leskar Chief Whale Gulch (whitethorn) Fire Department
Mitch Franklin Chief Hopland Fire Protection District
Nephele Barrett Executive Officer to MCOG Mendocino Council of Governments (MCOG)
Patrick Landergen Chief Piercy Fire Protection District
R.D. Beacon Chief Greenwood Ridge Fire Department
Scott Cratty Executive Director Fire Safe Council
Steve Orsi Chief Fort Bragg Fire Department
Steve Unzi Training Officer Comptche VFD
Steve Wells Fire Prevention Fort Bragg Fire Department
Sue Carberry Chief Long Valley Fire Protection District/Laytonville
Fire Department
Ted Williams Chief Albion-Little River VFD
Todd Crabtree Executive Director Community Development Commission -
Housing Authority
EMS Officer Training Officer/EMS Officer Anderson Valley Fire Department
Vincent Heim Associate Environmental
Planner
Caltrans
Molly Nilsson Environmental Protection
Specialist
BLM Point Arena-Stornetta Unit
Consultant Team
The County enlisted a Consultant Team comprised of Atlas Planning Solutions and Dynamic Planning +
Science (DP+S) due to its expertise in assisting public sector entities with developing hazard mitigation
plans. The Team facilitated the planning process, collected and analyzed data, produced meeting
materials, and produced drafts of the MJHMP for review. The MJHMP Consultant Team, as shown in Table
3-3, consisted of a variety of hazard mitigation and certified urban planning professionals.
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Table 3-3: MJHMP Update Consultant Team
HMP Update Project Team HMP Update Project Team Role
Aaron Pfannenstiel, AICP Project Manager, Atlas Planning Solutions
Ethan Mobley, AICP Assistant Project Manager, DP+S
Brian Greer GIS Specialist/Spatial Analyst, DPS
Torie Jarvis Outreach Manager, HMP Planner, DPS
Ty Johnson Hazard Mitigation Planner, DPS
Daniel Spivak Hazard Mitigation Planner, DPS
Alex Krebs GIS Associate, DPS
Planning Committee Meetings
The Planning Committee met throughout the development of the updated MJHMP. Table 3-4 charts those
meetings, including date, type, and topics discussed. Meeting documentation, including agendas, hazard
maps, PowerPoint presentations, minutes, sign-in sheets, and other relevant handouts, are provided in
Appendix B.
Table 3-4: Meeting Summary
Date Meeting Type Topics
March 5th,
2020
Planning
Committee
Kickoff Meeting
▪ Mendocino County LHMP/Safety Element Update
▪ DMA 2000 Requirements
▪ Public Engagement
▪ Project Schedule
▪ Data Calls/Data Review
April 29th,
2020
Planning
Committee
Meeting #1
▪ Mitigation Planning Defined
▪ Expectations from Participating Jurisdictions
▪ Planning Process Review
▪ Project Schedule
▪ Website Review
▪ FEMA Hazard Mitigation Program
▪ 2012 Mitigation plan Review
▪ What has Changed?
▪ Outreach
May 27th,
2019
Planning
Committee
Meeting #2
▪ Risk Assessment/ Community Vulnerability Review
▪ Jurisdictional Exercise
▪ RAMP Tool Review
▪ RAMP Tool Exercises
▪ Review Outreach Materials
June 19th,
2019
Planning
Committee
Meeting #3
▪ Planning Process Recap
▪ Mitigation Alternatives
▪ Setting Plan Goals
▪ Mitigation Action Review
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Review and Incorporation of Existing Documents
The Planning Team and Consulting Team reviewed
and incorporated existing plans, studies, reports, and
technical information in the formation of this MJHMP.
Those documents are cited throughout the hazard
profiles (Section 4.5) and are examined more closely in
the Capabilities Assessment (Section 5.3) and in each
hazard profiles’ plans, policies, and regulatory
environment section.
All documents cited in this MJHMP are included in
Section 7, Works Cited.
Public Involvement and Outreach
Public involvement is an important and requisite component of any HMP update. The public outreach
strategy for this update maximized public involvement throughout the planning process and utilized
websites, local media, and community efforts. Due to the unfolding COVID-19 pandemic during the
development of this HMP, discussed in detail in Section 4.5.5, all outreach was conducted digitally.
As required by FEMA, the general public was given an opportunity to be involved in the planning process
while developing the HMP Update through surveys, a project website, and public review periods. Each is
described below.
Surveys
An 8-question community survey was distributed by the County via a number of online platforms. A total
of 376 survey responses were collected. The results of the survey were used to ensure that the priorities of
the County and participating jurisdictions match those of the residents/community members. For
example, community members were asked if they believe their property was at risk from a natural hazard
disaster; 79% said “yes.” An example survey result is displayed in Figure 3-2, while full results are
summarized in Section 5.5.1.2. Full results and pie chart graphics can be found in Appendix B.
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Figure 3-2: Snapshot of community survey results
HMP Update Website
For this MJHMP, a project portal at https://mitigatehazards.com/mendocino-county/ served and will
continue to serve as a centralized project information and file-sharing platform. This website provides a
tool for project management, collaborative content, and a one-stop-shop for mitigation planning
resources.
In addition to internal coordination, the project portal
played a critical role in public involvement throughout the
planning process and documenting public involvement,
including the community survey, meetings, and working sessions. Resources such as the Risk Assessment
Mapping Platform (RAMP) and links to all meeting summaries are available to the public via the website.
Project participants and stakeholders used the website as a project resource for the duration of the
planning process and will continue to have access during the 5-year update cycle and beyond.
Public Review of Draft HMP
The public reviewed the draft HMP during October of 2020. The County and several other jurisdictions
announced the available public draft via their websites, and the drafts were available at
https://mitigatehazards.com/mendocino-county/. The public was able to provide comment via a
collaborative PDF, an online submission form, or an email. The County made considerable changes to
Volume 1 and mitigation actions in particular based on productive public feedback. Notably, given the
severe wildfire season of 2020, many comments focused on vulnerabilities and mitigation actions for
wildfire. The notice and response to comments received are available in Appendix B.
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STEP 2: Assess the Risk
In accordance with FEMA requirements, the Planning Committee identified and prioritized the natural
hazards affecting both Mendocino County as a whole and each participating jurisdiction individually . It
also assessed the vulnerability of those identified hazards. Results from this risk assessment aided
subsequent identification of appropriate mitigation actions. While the process is described below, the
substance of this risk assessment is detailed in Section 4.
Identify/Profile Hazards
Based on a review of past hazard events, existing plans, reports, and other technical studies, data, and
information, the Planning Committee determined if regional hazards could affect the planning area. The
Planning Committee completed screening and prioritization processes to determine priority hazards to be
assessed. A risk assessment finalized the prioritization process by ranking hazards according to the
impact and threat to the County in Volume 1 and each participating jurisdiction in Volume 2.
Assess Vulnerabilities
Assessing vulnerabilities exposes the unique characteristics of individual hazards and begins the process
of narrowing down which areas within Mendocino County are vulnerable to specific hazard events. The
vulnerability assessment a GIS overlaying method for examining such vulnerabilities more in-depth.
Planning partners completed this exercise both singly and jointly with the County, and the identified
hazards varied widely depending on the geographic make-up of, priorities of, and services provided by the
participating jurisdiction. Using these methods, planning partners estimated vulnerable populations,
infrastructure, and potential losses from hazards.
Updated content for each hazard profile for the County, including vulnerability, is provided in
Section 4.5. Planning partners are profiled individually in Volume 2 of this plan.
Web-Based Risk Assessment Mapping and Analysis
The web-based and interactive Risk Assessment Mapping Platform (RAMP), accessed via the project
website at www.mitigatehazards.com, allows interactive discovery of risk, vulnerability, and exposure
data developed especially for Mendocino County. RAMP is a mapping platform built specifically for
mitigation planning. It displays County facilities and buildings overlaid with natural hazards layers to
bring interactivity and individual discovery to the GIS analysis perform ed for the MJHMP. Figure 3-3
shows the location of RAMP on the project website.
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Figure 3-3: RAMP Access at mitigatehazards.com
The Planning Team used RAMP to understand vulnerabilities to the County and participating jurisdiction
populations, critical facilities, and properties exposed to hazards with spatial footprints. Users
interactively filter facilities and buildings by natural hazard zones and construction characteristics.
RAMP’s robust data filtering and summation calculations allow the user to understand and visualize
vulnerabilities at the facility level with detailed information on the number of structures exposed to
various natural hazards. RAMP enables Mendocino County to pinpoint vulnerabilities and reinforces
problem statements in the mitigation strategy. Figure 3-4 demonstrates the RAMP web-based interface.
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Figure 3-4: RAMP showing the population of Fort Bragg overlaid with FEMA Flood Hazard
STEP 3: Develop a Mitigation Strategy
This plan provides an explicit strategy and blueprint for reducing potential losses identified in the risk
assessment based on existing authorities, policies, programs and resources, and participating
jurisdictions’ abilities to expand on and improve these existing tools. MJHMP development included
identifying goals, assessing existing capabilities, reviewing the 2014 HMP goals, and identifying new
mitigation actions. The MJHMP was prepared in accordance with requirements from DMA 2000 and the
California Office of Planning and Research (OPR) and FEMA’s HMP guidance. The process is described
below; the substance of the mitigation strategy is detailed in Section 5 for the County and within Volume
2 for each participating jurisdiction.
Identify Goals
The Planning Committee reviewed the 2014 HMP goals and determined their current validity, consistent
with FEMA requirements. The goals were updated to meet the current hazard environmen ts and to be
consistent with the changing policies and goals of participating jurisdictions. The goals are presented in
Section 5.4.
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Develop Capabilities Assessment
A capabilities assessment is a comprehensive review of participating jurisdictions’ capabilities and tools
to implement the mitigation actions in the MJHMP. The Planning Committee identified technical,
financial, and administrative capabilities to implement mitigation actions, as detailed in Section 5.3 and
in Volume2 for each participating jurisdiction.
Identify Hazard Problem Statements
The Planning Committee developed mitigation actions, as both planning activities and projects, to address
problems that could originate from hazards identified in the risk assessment, in line with identified
capability of each jurisdiction. Mitigation actions were created first by developing problem statements for
prioritized hazards. As a rule of thumb, each hazard problem statement should be mitigated with a
combination of short-term and long-range planning activities, through operational or physical projects.
Hazard Problem Statements are located at the conclusion of each hazard profile in table format and are
also uploaded in an interactive web-based Mitigation Action Support Tool (MAST), described below. Hazard
problem statements for the County and other planning partners are categorized as impact-related, victim-
related, or threat-related, as described in Figure 3-5.
Figure 3-5: Categories of issues addressed in problem statements
▪Casualties
▪Property Damage
▪Business Interruption
▪Financial Loss
▪Environmental
Contamination
▪School Children in
High Hazard Areas
▪Care Facilities in High
Hazard Areas
▪Vulnerable Population
Exposed to Hazards
▪Increased Fuels due to
Drought
▪Hotter, Drier Climate
▪More Intense Storms
▪Impervious Surfaces =
Greater Runoff
▪Increases of Invasive
Species
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Identify Mitigation Actions
As part of the MJHMP planning process, the Planning Committee reviewed and analyzed the status of the
mitigation actions identified in the 2014 HMP. The Consultant Team and Planning Committee then worked
together to identify and develop new mitigation actions with implementation elements. The Planning
Committee prioritized and further detailed the implementation strategies during Planning Committ ee
Meeting #3. Additional detail on these mitigation actions is provided in Section 5.3.
Mitigation Action Support Tool (MAST)
Hazard problem statements and mitigation activities are presented and will be updated through a web
interface application developed specifically for participating jurisdictions, creating a living document that
can continue to be a valuable resource into the future. The Mitigation Action Support Tool (MAST) is
accessible through www.mitigatehazards.com
MAST is a web-based interactive tool that enables multiple users to search, view, enter, and update
mitigation actions, ideas or projects, and other information. MAST provides planning partners and plan
reviewers (California Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and FEMA) access to valuable mitigation
information that can be leveraged by future planning or other risk reduction efforts within the County.
Planning partners can update the status of their mitigation projects throughout the planning lifecycle, and
this web-based tool will improve participating jurisdiction’s ability to apply for FEMA’s Hazard Mitigation
Assistance (HMA) grant programs including initial grant application processes through Cal OES.
County Planning Processes Library
Mendocino County has completed the MJHMP planning process as per FEMA guidelines. This process is
detailed in this section, and it consists of the following elements:
▪ Risk Assessment: the risk assessment measures the potential impact to life, property, and the
economy resulting from natural hazards. The intent of the Risk Assessment is to identify the
vulnerabilities of a community to the greatest extent possible given available data. The risk
assessment increases understanding of natural hazard impacts to the community and provides a
foundation to develop and prioritize mitigation actions.
▪ Mendocino County: View Maps / Download Maps
▪ Fort Bragg: View Maps / Download Maps
▪ Ukiah: View Maps / Download Maps
▪ Willits: View Maps / Download Maps
▪ Point Arena: View Maps / Download Maps
▪ County Office of Education: View Maps / Download Maps
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▪ Hazard Prioritization: the MJHMP Planning Team considered and screened a broad set of hazards
presented in relevant local, regional, and statewide hazard planning documents. The crosswalk of
documents reviewed and the results of screening the relevant hazards to be reviewed are outlined
in Section 4.1.1. The MJHMP then considered past hazard events in Mendocino County to help
prioritize hazards to be evaluated in this document, as outlined in Section 4.1.2.d
▪ Mendocino County: View Risk Matrix
▪ Fort Bragg: View Risk Matrix
▪ Ukiah: View Risk Matrix
▪ Willits: View Risk Matrix
▪ Point Arena: View Risk Matrix
▪ County Office of Education: View Risk Matrix
▪ Areas of Concern: the MJHMP Planning Committee identified the areas of concern and potential
impacts of each of the identified hazards on the community. Developing these “proble m
statements” for areas of concern, which describe the nature of the consequences or effects of a
hazard occurrence on the community and its assets, ensures the identified mitigation actions are
tailored to the specific problems created by various hazard scenarios and are specific to each
participating jurisdiction.
▪ Mendocino County: View Problem Statements
▪ Fort Bragg: View Problem Statements
▪ Ukiah: View Problem Statements
▪ Willits: View Problem Statements
▪ Point Arena: View Problem Statements
▪ County Office of Education: View Problem Statements
▪ Capability Assessments: A capabilities assessment consists of an analysis of the existing planning
and regulatory capabilities of the County. Planning and regulatory tools typically used by local
jurisdictions to implement hazard mitigation activities are building codes, zoning regulations,
floodplain management policies, and other municipal planning documents.
▪ Mendocino County: View Capability Assessment
▪ Fort Bragg: View Capabilities Assessment
▪ Ukiah: View Capabilities Assessment
▪ Willits: View Capabilities Assessment
▪ Point Arena: View Capabilities Assessment
▪ County Office of Education: View Capabilities Assessment
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Multi-Jurisdiction Planning Process
Multi-jurisdiction hazard mitigation planning offers many benefits, such as increased coordination and
efficiency in planning and implementation efforts. At the same time, each jurisdiction has specific
hazards and specific mitigation actions that must be addressed individually. The MJHMP balances the
benefits of a comprehensive, coordinated approach to hazard mitigation with the specific realities of
individual participating jurisdictions. Multi-jurisdiction plans are contemplated under FEMA regulations
at 44 C.F.R. § 201.6(4).
Volume 2 of this MJHMP documents each jurisdiction’s HMP resources. Each participating jurisdiction
individually assessed hazards, explored hazard vulnerability, developed mitigation strategies, and
followed the same planning process as Mendocino County to create annexes. Volume 2 provides each
participating jurisdiction’s stand-alone annex.
STEP 4: Adopt and Implement the Plan
Once the risk assessment and mitigation strategy were completed, information, data, and associated
narratives were compiled into the MJHMP. Section 2 provides detailed information on new and updated
elements of the MJHMP.
Plan Review and Revision
Once the Draft MJHMP Update was completed, a public and government review period was established for
official review and revision. Public comments were accepted, reviewed, and incorporated into this update.
Applicable comments from the public have been received and addressed prior to the “authorization to
submit” to FEMA and Cal OES. The notice of the public comment period is included in Appendix B.
Plan Adoption and Submittal
This plan has been submitted and approved by FEMA and adopted by the County. Copies of the resolutions
are provided in forward of this document. NOTE: adoption proceedings will be completed after approval
by Cal OES and FEMA.
Implement, Evaluate, and Revise the Plan
The true worth of any mitigation plan is its implementation and success under FEMA’s grant programs.
This MJHMP has been assembled to reduce the risk of natural hazards, and also to meet the requirements
of the DMA 2000 and maintain eligibility under FEMA’s Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA) grant
programs.
FEMA administers three programs that provide funding for local agencies with approved mitigation plans:
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▪ Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP), which assists in implementing long-term hazard
mitigation planning and projects following a Presidential major disaster declaration.
▪ Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC), which provides funds for hazard
mitigation planning and projects on an annual basis.
▪ Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA), which provides funds for planning and projects to reduce or
eliminate risk of flood damage to buildings that are insured under the National Flood Insurance
Program (NFIP) on an annual basis.
For more information about FEMA HMA, visit: https://www.fema.gov/hazard-mitigation-assistance.
Plan Maintenance
The County will update and monitor this plan in accordance with all FEMA requirements in order maintain
eligibility for FEMA HMA. Evaluation and revision procedures for this plan are detailed in Section 6.
Section 6 includes the measures Mendocino County and planning partners will take to ensure the
MJHMP’s continuous long‐term implementation, including MJHMP monitoring, reporting, evaluation,
maintenance, and updating. Most of this implementation and maintenance will be done through MAST.
Figure 3-6 demonstrates how MAST information will translate into Cal OES NOIs and grant Sub application
requests. Section 6 also contains specifics on integrating mitigation with day-to-day decision making.
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Figure 3-6: MAST elements and Cal OES Grant Applications
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Section 4. Risk Assessment
The risk assessment measures the potential impact on life, property, and the economy resulting from
natural hazards. The intent of the Risk Assessment is to identify the qualitative and quantitative
vulnerabilities of a community to the greatest extent possible given available data. The risk assessment
increases understanding of natural hazard impacts to the community and provides a foundation to
develop and prioritize mitigation actions. In turn, mitigation actions reduce damage from natural disasters
through increased preparedness and focus resources to areas of greatest vulnerability.
This risk assessment section evaluates potential loss from a hazard event by assessing the vulnerability
of buildings, infrastructure, and people. It identifies the characteristics and potential consequences of
hazards, explores how much of the County could be affected by a hazard, and assesses the impact on
County assets. The risk assessment approach consists of three components:
▪ HAZARD IDENTIFICATION AND SCREENING
Identification and screening of hazards (Section 4.1)
▪ HAZARD PRIORITIZATION
Identifying “priority hazards” for each participating jurisdiction to be profiled in more
detail (Section 4.1.3)
▪ VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENT
Determination of potential losses or impacts to buildings, infrastructure, and population
This section contains HAZARD PROFILES for individual priority hazards (Section 4.5)
Other sections provide background and context for the risk assessment. Section 4.3 provides a geographic
and demographic overview of Mendocino County. Section 4.4 explains in-depth the methods applied to
the risk assessment.
4.1 Hazard Identification and Screening
Per FEMA Guidance, the first step in developing the risk assessment is identifying the hazards. This step
includes two parts. First, the MJHMP Planning Team considered and screened a broad set of hazards
presented in relevant local, regional, and statewide hazard planning documents. The crosswalk of
documents reviewed and the results of screening the relevant hazards to be reviewed are outlined in
Section 4.1.1. Second, the MJHMP considered past hazard events in Mendocino County to help prioritize
hazards to be evaluated in this document, as outlined in Section 4.1.2.
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4.1.1 Hazard Screening
The County’s MJHMP Planning Team first reviewed previously-prepared hazard mitigation plans and
other relevant documents to determine the realm of natural hazards that have the potential to affect the
County and the nearby region. Table 4-1 provides a crosswalk of hazards identified in the 2014 Mendocino
County MJHMP, 2009 Mendocino County General Plan, and the 2018 California State Hazard Mitigation
Plan. Eighteen different hazards were identified based on a thorough document review. The crosswalk
was used to develop a preliminary hazards list, providing a framework for MJHMP Planning Team
members to evaluate which hazards were truly relevant to planning partners and which ones were not.
For example, volcanoes were considered to have no relevance to the County, while earthquake, flood, dam
failure, landslide, and wildfire were indicated in every hazard document.
Table 4-1: Document Review Crosswalk
Hazards
2014 Mendocino County
MJHMP
2009 Mendocino County
General Plan
2018 California State
HMP
Agricultural Pests ■ ■
Climate Change ■ ■
Dam Failure ■ ■ ■
Drought ■ ■ ■
Earthquake ■ ■ ■
Flood ■ ■ ■
Insect Hazards ■
Landslide ■ ■
Levee Failure ■* ■
Manmade Hazards ■ ■
Pandemic Disease ■ ■
Sea-level rise ■
Severe Weather ■
Soil Hazards ■**
Terrorism & Tech Hazards ■
Tsunami ■ ■ ■
Volcano ■
Wildfire ■*** ■ ■
* included as part of dam failure
** included naturally occurring asbestos
*** included urban conflagration
The crosswalk provided the basis for prioritizing hazards to be profiled, displayed in Table 4-2. The
prioritized hazards have detailed hazard profiles in Section 4.5, the Vulnerability Assessment.
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Table 4-2: Hazard prioritization
Hazard Type Explanation
Climate Change High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Dam/ Levee failure High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Drought High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Earthquake/ Geologic Hazards High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Flood High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Hazardous Material While hazardous materials can release and impact the County, there are
better avenues to address this hazard outside this plan.
High Winds/ Straight Line Winds High priority county-wide, profiled as part of Severe Weather.
Insect Hazards While hazardous insects exist in Mendocino County, this was not considered
a priority and is not profiled in this plan.
Pandemic Disease High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Severe Weather, including: High priority county-wide for heavy wind and heavy rain.
Extreme Heat Not a priority as extreme weather event, discussed as climate change impact.
Hail Hail events are rare in Mendocino County and not profiled in this plan.
High Wind Profiled as part of Severe Weather hazard.
Heavy Rain Profiled as part of Severe Weather hazard.
Fog While fog events do occur within Mendocino County, they are rare and are
not considered a priority.
Lightning Not a priority as an extreme weather event; discussed as source of wildfire.
Severe Thunderstorm Severe thunderstorms were not identified as a priority in this plan.
Winter Storm / Extreme Cold/
Freeze Events
While winter storms are present in Mendocino County, they were not
identified as a priority for this plan.
Slope Failure High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Soil Hazards High priority county-wide, profiled hazard (includes erosion and naturally-
occurring asbestos).
Terrorism/Human Caused Threats
While terrorism is certainly a threat to the County and participating
jurisdictions, it is best addressed in other plans as this HMP does not address
human-caused threats.
Tornado Impacts to the County from tornados are extremely unlikely, if any.
Volcanic Activity Due to distance from volcanoes and the limited chance of an eruption, this
hazard was not identified as a priority.
Wildfire High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
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4.1.2 Past Major Hazard Events
One important consideration in identifying and prioritizing hazards is past major hazard events,
especially those that triggered federal or state disaster declarations. The MJHMP Planning Team reviewed
and considered past major hazard events in Mendocino County as part of the screening and identification
process.
Most available information on major past hazard events comes from federal or state disaster declarations.
These declarations may be granted when the severity and magnitude of an event surpasses the ability of
the local government to respond and recover. Additional federal or state disaster funding (or both) is
generally available in response to a disaster declaration. State funding assistance is provided when a local
government’s capacity to respond to the disaster is exceeded. Should the disaster be so severe that both
the local and state governments’ capacities are exceeded, a federal emergency or disaster declaration may
be issued, allowing for the provision of federal assistance.
The federal government may issue a disaster declaration through FEMA, the U.S. Department of
Agriculture (USDA), and the Small Business Administration (SBA). FEMA also issues emergency
declarations, which are more limited in scope and do not include the long-term federal recovery programs
that accompany major disaster declarations. Quantity and types of damage are the determining factors.
Mendocino County has received 27 federal disaster declarations 1 since 1953, some of which were
statewide, including:
4 Wildfires
8 Floods
8 Severe Weather
Events
1 Drought
Severe weather and flooding events are most likely to occur in the winter months, with 25 of the 54
federally-declared disasters occurring in January and February. Wildfires have typically occurred in late
summer and fall, with 170 wildfire declarations from July through October. Table 4-3 lists federal disaster
declarations in Mendocino County since 1953.
1 Officially, 28 disasters have been declared, as California was declared as part of Hurricane Katrina evacuation; however, no disaster
occurred in California.
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Table 4-3: Disaster Declarations in Mendocino County 1953- present
Year Incident Description Disaster Number
2020 COVID-19 EM-3428
2020 COVID-19 Pandemic DR-4482
2019 Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, Landslides, And Mudslides DR-4434
2019 Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, Landslides, And Mudslides DR-4431
2018 Mendocino Fire Complex FM-5262
2017 Redwood Valley Fire FM-5219
2017 Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, And Mudslides DR-4305
2017 Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, And Mudslides DR-4301
2017 Wildfires DR-4344
2008 Wildfires EM-3287
2006 Severe Rain Storms, Flooding, Mudslides, And Landslides DR-1628
2005 Hurricane Katrina Evacuation (National) EM-3248
1998 Severe Winter Storms and Flooding DR-1203
1997 Severe Rain Storms, Flooding, Mud And Landslides DR-1155
1995 Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, Landslides, Mud Flow DR-1046
1995 Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, Landslides, Mud Flows DR-1044
1994 The El Nino (The Salmon Industry) DR-1038
1993 Severe Winter Storm, Mud & Land Slides, & Flooding DR-979
1991 Severe Freeze DR-894
1986 Severe Rain Storms & Flooding DR-758
1983 Coastal Rain Storms, Floods, Slides & Tornadoes DR-677
1977 Drought EM-3023
1974 Severe Rain Storms & Flooding DR-432
1974 Severe Rain Storms & Flooding DR-412
1970 Severe Rain Storms & Flooding DR-283
1969 Severe Rain Storms & Flooding DR-253
1964 Heavy Rains & Flooding DR-183
Source: FEMA Disaster Database via http://mitigatehazards.com/hazard-mapping/ , accessed 06/30/2020.
Drought declarations may also occur through the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), as
agricultural areas such as Mendocino County can be particularly impacted by drought. A USDA disaster
declaration certifies that the affected county has suffered at least a 30-percent loss in one or more crop or
livestock areas and provides affected producers with access to low-interest loans and other programs to
help mitigate the impact of the drought. Importantly, all counties neighboring those receiving disaster
declarations are eligible for the same assistance.
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Hazard events occurring outside County boundaries also can directly and indirectly impact Mendocino
County. For instance, dam failures and wildfires may occur outside Mendocino County but affect
watersheds that drain into the County and result in flooding and other impacts related to watershed health.
Power supply also could be interrupted by hazard occurrences outside of the County.
4.1.3 Compounding Hazard Events
This MJHMP examines the vulnerabilities of hazard events in Mendocino County, generally taken
individually; however, hazards occur in combination as well. Often another hazard occurs as a secondary
hazard, such as an earthquake causing a landslide or tsunami or a wildfire and severe rain events causing
debris flow. Other events are compounded by outside factors, such as wildfire evacuations occurring
during Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) events. This hazard mitigation plan highlights multiple hazard
risks within the hazard profiles by highlighting secondary hazards and, for wildfire in particular,
highlighting local compounding conditions that accelerate wildfire impacts such as PSPS. See Section
4.5.10.1.
Of particular concern in this 2020 MJHMP Update is the pairing of a hazard event and need for evacuation
or response in light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Local governments are actively considering
response and mitigation needs that can help mitigate the impacts of a multiple-hazard event that include
pandemic and another hazard such as flood, earthquake, or wildfire. Many of the problems and mitigation
actions explored herein take this emerging issue into consideration. For more on pandemic and its impact
on other hazards, see Section 4.5.5.6.
4.2 Hazard Prioritization
The Planning Committee’s hazard prioritization process combines historical data, local knowledge, and
consensus opinions to produce a matrix that illustrates whether each profiled hazard is an extreme,
high, or medium priority. The criteria below were used to evaluate hazards and identify the highest risk
hazard in Mendocino County. The results of the prioritization process for Mendocino County are shown
in Figure 4-1.
Each participating jurisdiction also completed the hazard prioritization process specifically for the
jurisdiction, and this important initial stage informed the rest of the planning process for each
jurisdiction. Individual prioritization matrices are available in Volume 2 of this MJHMP.
The following questions and guidance shaped the ranking on the matrices:
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Probability
What is the likelihood of a hazard event occurring in a given year?
▪ Unlikely- less than 1% annual probability or occurs rarely in the region or community
▪ Possible- 1%-10% annual probability or could occur. Uncommon in the region or community
▪ Likely- 10%- 100% annual probability or recurrent. Not frequent in the region or community
▪ Highly likely- 100% annual probability or occurs frequently in the region or community
Impact
In terms of injuries, damage, or death, would you anticipate impacts to be minor, limited, critical, or
catastrophic when a significant hazard event occurs?
▪ Minor- very few injuries, if any. Only minor property damage and minimal disruption on quality of
life. Temporary shutdown of critical facilities.
▪ Limited- minor injuries only. 10%-25% of property in affected area damaged or destroyed. Complete
shutdown of critical facilities for more than one day.
▪ Critical- multiple deaths or injuries possible. 25%-50% of property in affected area damaged or
destroyed. Complete shutdown of critical facilities for more than one week.
▪ Catastrophic- high number of deaths or injuries possible. More than 50% of property in affected area
damaged or destroyed. Complete shutdown of critical facilities for 30 days or more.
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Figure 4-1: Prioritized Hazard Assessment Matrix for Mendocino County
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4.3 Mendocino County Geographic and Demographic Profile
The geographic and demographic profile for Mendocino County and planning partners sets the stage for
the vulnerabilities assessment. Pairing the vulnerabilities assessment and regional profile can help guide
jurisdictions’ resources to key populations and geographic areas.
4.3.1 Geography
Mendocino County is located along the coast of Northern California. It is bordered by Humboldt and Trinity
counties to the north; Tehama, Glenn, and Lake counties to the East; Sonoma County to the south; and the
Pacific Ocean to the west. The county lies 176 miles from San Francisco at its northernmost point. At its
southernmost point, the county is 437 miles north of Los Angeles. The county occupies 3,510 square miles
(2,246,000 acres) and has 129 miles of coastline. Elevations in the county range from sea level at the Pacific
Ocean to 6,954 feet atop Anthony Peak. Mendocino County features subregions characterized by either
large tracts of timberland, agriculture, and coastal mountain. (Mendocino County MJHMP, 2014)
The County features beautiful stands of redwoods and Douglas firs which tower down from the Pacific
Coast Range. Numerous mountain peaks over 6,000 feet grace the northeastern portion of the county; their
peaks retain snow caps until early summer. Much of the forest contains iconic coastal redwoods and
sequoias. Oak woodlands are scattered throughout the rolling hills of the county. The county is
characterized by steep slopes, with the main ridges oriented north-northwest to south-southeast. Rivers
and streams are abundant, some flowing year-round and others drying up in the summer. The Eel River
drains to the north and the Russian River to the south. Other rivers drain the west side of the coastal
mountains to the ocean, including from south to north: the Gualala River North Fork, Garcia, Navarro,
Albion, Big, Noyo, and Ten Mile Rivers. (Mendocino Fire Safe Council, 2019)
Groundwater is a main source for municipal and individual domestic water use in incorporated areas of
County outside of the Ukiah Valley. It also contributes significantly to irrigation needs. Groundwater wells
throughout the County are used for domestic, commercial, industrial, agricultural, and for fire protection
needs. (Mendocino County General Plan, 2009)
Groundwater in the County is sourced from two unique geologic settings, which include inland valleys and
mountainous areas. Mountainous areas are underlain by consolidated rocks of the Franciscan Complex.
Interior valleys are underlain by thick deposits of valley fill. There are six primary groundwater basins in
Mendocino County which include: Round Valley, Little Lake Valley (Willits Valley), Ukiah Valley,
Laytonville Valley, Potter Valley, and Anderson Valley. (Id.)
Surface water is utilized as well. Water supply in the remainder of the County, primarily unincorporated
areas, is generally supplied by onsite methods such as wells or springs. These supply sources are
recharged annually by winter precipitation. Van Arsdale Reservoir and Lake Mendocino are two notable
surface water storage facilities in the County. Smaller reservoirs and ponds are also prevalent. (Id.)
Figure 4-2 displays a geographic overview of Mendocino County.
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4.3.2 Climate
Mendocino County’s climate is
generally mild and can be
characterized by moist, cool
winters and warm dry
summers. Inland temperature
extremes range from lows of 5
degrees Fahrenheit to highs
over 110 degrees Fahrenheit,
while coastal areas experience
less extreme temperatures
ranging from 20 to 80 degrees
Fahrenheit. (Mendocino
County MJHMP, 2014)
Mendocino County receives
precipitation as both rain and
snow. The average annual
rainfall in Mendocino County
ranges from slightly less than
35 inches in the Ukiah area to
more than 80 inches near
Branscomb. Snowfall is
constrained to higher
elevations, and most rainfall
occurs during storms
originating off the coast
northwest of the County,
which predominate in the
winter months. There is very
little rainfall during the
summer months. (Mendocino
County General Plan, 2009)
Figure 4-2: Mendocino County Geographic Overview
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4.3.3 Demographics and Vulnerable Populations
Population information directly relates to the impact of hazards and to other community needs such as
housing, industry, stores, public facilities and services, and transportation. Knowledge of the composition
of the population, how it has changed, and how it may change in the future helps with future decision
making.
This overview of regional demographics comes primarily from the United States Census Bureau’s five-
year estimate period from 2013-2017. The United States Census Bureau estimated Mendocino County’s
population to be 87,497 for the 2013-2017 5-year estimate period. Respectively, there is a total population of
58,995 for the unincorporated Mendocino County, 7,269 for the City of Fort Bragg, 15,917 for the City of
Ukiah, 4,844 for the City of Willits, and 472 for the City of Point Arena. (American Community Survey, 2017)
Important note:
The demographics information contained herein has been post -processed based on the United States
Census Bureau’s five-year estimate period from 2013-2017 and will not necessarily match other
demographics-based regional studies or plans. In order to examine geometries not available in census
reports, including unincorporated County areas, a weighted GIS analysis combined and redistributed
block groups. Inherently, the margin of error for this data can be high especially in more rural areas.
This section provides a generalized approximation of specific demographics, reported by various
planning study areas. It is not meant to provide any definitive information, but merely to suggest larger
trends in the region.
4.3.3.1 Introduction to Vulnerable Populations
Importantly, demographics help identify which populations may be particularly vulnerable to hazard
events. Some populations are at greater risk because of age, resources, physical abilities, or other factors.
Vulnerability in the face of a hazard event is not a fixed characteristic; the same person may be at risk for
some hazards but not at risk for others. For example, a low-income family without a car may be at risk for
a wildfire or flood if a quick evacuation is necessary but prepared in the event of an earthquake. Some
individuals are highly and permanently vulnerable to many hazards, such as the frail elderly, people living
with chronic sensory, mobility, or cognitive impairments, and individuals dependent upon assistive
devices or complex medical regimens in order to survive. (National Center for Disaster Preparedness, 2020)
Vulnerable populations also may be living in hazard-prone areas, compounding their risk.
In the context of all-hazards preparedness and response planning, at-risk individuals (often used
interchangeably with “vulnerable populations”) are defined federally as “children, pregnant women, senior
citizens, and other individuals who have access or functional needs in the event of a public health
emergency.” (42 U.S.C. § 2802(b)(4)(B)(2019)) Examples of these populations may include, but are not limited
to, individuals with disabilities, individuals who live in institutional settings, individuals from diverse
cultures, individuals who have limited English proficiency or are non-English speaking, individuals who
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are transportation-disadvantaged, individuals experiencing homelessness, individuals who have chronic
medical disorders, and individuals who have pharmacological dependency.
Natural resource managers may be able to reduce the vulnerability of certain populations by increasing
the adaptive capacity of affected communities. Examples include cost-sharing to reduce fuels, stabilize
structures, or implement flood-reducing measures or educational programs offered in English and
Spanish and targeted to specific populations. Specifically, planning for vulnerable populations in hazard
mitigation can help prioritize resources where they will be the most effective.
This section explores the various demographic and economic circumstances surrounding common
vulnerable populations.
4.3.3.2 Income & Housing
Income or wealth is one of the most important factors in natural hazard vulnerability. First, low income
populations are less able to afford housing and other infrastructure that can withstand extreme events. ,
Low income populations typically occupy more poorly-built and inadequately-maintained housing. For
example, mobile or modular homes are more susceptible to damage in earthquakes and floods than other
types of housing. In urban areas, low income populations often live in older houses and apartment
complexes, which are more likely to be made of un-reinforced masonry. This building type is particularly
susceptible to damage during earthquakes.
Second, low income populations are less able to purchase resources needed for disaster response. In the
United States, individual households are expected to use private resources to prepare for, respond to, and
recover from disasters to a large extent. This means that households living in poverty and minorities are
disadvantaged when confronting hazards. The more affluent are able to relocate to safer areas or rebuild
following a hazard event. Moreover, individuals who do not own cars or who cannot afford gas for their
cars will likely decide not to evacuate. (Krause & Reeves, 2017)
Furthermore, residents below the poverty level are less likely to have insurance to compensate for losses
incurred from natural disasters. This means that residents below the poverty level have a great deal to lose
during an event and are the least prepared to deal with potential losses. Hurricane events such as Harvey,
Irma, and Katrina demonstrate that low-income and minority communities are more vulnerable to hazard
events, and they struggle to recover the most. (Id.)
Figure 4-3 shows the median household income distribution for Mendocino County. The “median” is the
value that divides the distribution of household income into two equal parts (e.g., the middle). The median
household income in Mendocino County in 2017 (in 2017 dollars) was estimated to be $50,833, compared to
$61,372 across the U.S. (United States Census Bureau, 2018)
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4.3.3.3 Age
Children and the elderly may be more vulnerable during an extreme hazard event.
Specific planning attention for the elderly is an important consideration, especially given the current
aging of the American population. Elderly vulnerability can vary significantly based on health, age, and
economic security. However, as a group, the elderly more often lack physical and economic resources
necessary for response to hazard events and are more likely to suffer health-related consequences that
can slow recovery. They are more likely to be vision, hearing, or mobility impaired and more likely to
experience mental impairment or dementia.
Additionally, elderly persons are more likely to live in assisted-living facilities where emergency
preparedness occurs at the discretion of facility operators. These facilities are typically identified as
“critical facilities” by emergency managers because they require extra notice to implement evacuation.
Elderly residents living in their own homes may have more difficulty evacuating and could be stranded in
dangerous situations.
Lower-income elderly populations are less likely to have access to medical care due to financial hardship
and are more likely to need special medical attention, which may not be readily available during natural
disasters.
In many cases, both children and the elderly depend on others to care for them during day-to-day life. Very
young children and the elderly may be vulnerable to injury or sickness; this vulnerability can be worsened
during a natural disaster because they may not understand the measures that need to be taken to protect
themselves from hazards. They also may be weaker and less able to survive a hazard event even as
children often bounce back from illness faster than older populations.
Finally, both children and the elderly have fewer financial resources and are frequently dependent on
others for survival. For these populations to remain resilient before and after a natural hazard event, it may
be necessary to assist residents with resources provided by the County, Cities, State, and Federal
emergency management agencies and organizations.
Based on 2013-2017 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, 84% of Mendocino County households
include elderly individuals. The overall age distribution for Mendocino County is illustrated in Figure 4-4
for the population under 18 and Figure 4-5 for population over 65. Figure 4-5 shows that the highest urban
concentrations of people under the age of 18 occur in Point Arena, with a significant rural center near the
City of Willits.
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Figure 4-3: Median Household Income Distribution
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Figure 4-4: Population Under Age 18
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Figure 4-5: Population Over Age 65
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4.3.3.4 Race, Ethnicity, and Language
Non-English or limited-English speakers may have difficulty understanding emergency information as a
result of language and literacy barriers. Non-white communities in fire-prone areas appear from research
to be less able to adapt to a wildfire event. (Levin, Phil; Davies, Ian, 2019) Another study found that Non-
white communities lose up to $29,000 on average in personal wealth following events like hurricanes and
wildfires. (Mandel, 2018) Since higher proportions of non-white persons live below the poverty line than
the majority white population, and low income can compound vulnerability. Farmworkers may be
particularly vulnerable during a hazard event, especially those non-English speaking and those living in
temporary worker housing. (California Employment Development Department, 2019) (U.S. Dep't of Ag, 2017)
According to the 2013-2017 American Community Survey estimates, at least 16% of total households speak
Spanish, with 3% speaking limited English. Figure 4-6 depicts the non-English-speaking language
distribution for Mendocino County for 2013-2017.
Figure 4-6: Non-English Household Language
Source: 2013-2017 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
13%
0.2%
3%
0%2%4%6%8%10%12%14%16%18%
Spanish
Other
Language
Households Speaking
Language
Households Speaking
Language with Limited English
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According to the 2013-2017 American Community Survey estimates, Mendocino County is predominately
white, at 87% of the total population. The largest minority population is Hispanic, at 25% of the total county
population. Figure 4-7 shows the racial distribution within Mendocino County.
Figure 4-7: Mendocino County Race Distribution in 2013-2017
Source: 2013-2017 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Note: Hispanics may be of any race, so they are included in applicable race categories. This has the effect of influencing the total
population percentage. (a) Includes persons reporting only one race. (b) Hispanics may be of any race, so also are included in applicable
race categories
4.3.3.5 At-risk Individuals with Access and Functional Needs
Access and functional needs may interfere with the ability to access or receive medical care before, during,
or after a disaster or emergency. Irrespective of a specific diagnosis, status, or label, the term “access and
functional needs” refers to a broad set of cross-cutting access and function-based needs, generally
distinguished into access-based or function-based needs according to the following:
▪ Access-based needs require that resources are accessible to all individuals, such as social services,
accommodations, information, transportation, and medications to maintain health.
▪ Function-based needs refer to restrictions or limitations an individual may have that requires
assistance before, during, and after a disaster or public health emergency.
At-risk individuals may have additional needs that must be considered in planning for, responding to, and
recovering from a disaster or emergency. A recommended approach for integrating the access and
functional needs of these individuals is to consider elements based on the following framework, referred
to a CMIST:
▪ Communication – Individuals who may have limitations that interfere with the receipt of and
response to information require information to be provided in an appropriate and accessible
87%
25%
1%
4%
2%
0.2%
5%
0%10%20%30%40%50%60%70%80%90%100%
White
Hispanic (b)
Black or African
American (a)
American Indian &
Alaska Native (a)
Asian (a)
Native Hawaiian &
Other Pacific Islander (a)
Two or More Races
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format. This can include individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing, individuals who speak
American Sign Language, individuals who have limited or no English proficiency, individuals who
are blind or have low vision, and individuals who have cognitive or physiological limitations.
▪ Maintaining Health – Individuals who may require Personal Assistance Services (or personal care
assistance) in maintaining their activities of daily liv ing such as eating, dressing, grooming,
transferring, and toileting.
▪ Independence – Includes individuals who function independently if they have their assistive
devices, such as consumable medical supplies (diapers, formula, bandages, ostomy supplies, etc .),
durable medical equipment (wheelchairs, walkers, scooters, etc.), and/or service animals.
▪ Services and Support – Includes support for individuals with behavioral health needs, those who
have psychiatric conditions (such as dementia, Alzheimer's disease, Schizophrenia, severe mental
illness), pregnant women, nursing mothers, infants, and children.
▪ Transportation – Includes individuals with transportation needs because of age, disability,
temporary injury, poverty, addiction, legal restriction, or those who do not have access to a vehicle.
This requires coordination to ensure access to mass transit and accessible vehicles such as para-
transit. (U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, 2016)
While most individuals with access and functional needs do not have acute medical needs requiring the
support of trained medical professionals, many will require assistance to maintain health and minimize
preventable medical conditions. These individuals may require more time and assistance during an
evacuation. It is estimated that at least 9.7% of the population between the ages of 18 and 64 have some
form of disability, and about 8.1% of people over age 65 have some form of disability, as shown in Table 4-4.
(United States Census Bureau, 2013-2017) There is overlap between some of these population subsets and
carless and transit-dependent populations.
Of the County’s total number of households, approximately 6.1% are households with no vehicle available.
Vulnerable populations without private transit may be at increased risk during emergencies due to lack of
rapid access to medical services and or limited ability to rapidly evacuate an at-risk area. These numbers
warrant special attention from planners and emergency managers. Additionally, where cell reception
services are limited, individuals may need alternate means of transportation to ensure adequate
information communication services. Likewise, in addition to preemptively improving cellular service
reliability, disseminating maps which indicate the locations of superior cell reception may aid individuals
seeking better information communication access in an emergency.
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Table 4-4: Disability Status of Non-Institutionalized Population in Mendocino County in 2013-2017
Persons with a Disability
Jurisdiction Total
Population
Persons
with a
Disability
Under 18 18-64 65+
Unincorporated Mendocino County 58,995 11,516 (13.2%) 610 (0.7%) 5,766 (6.6%) 5,141 (5.9%)
City of Fort Bragg 7,269 1,547 (1.8%) 124 (0.1%) 867 (1.0%) 556 (0.6%)
City of Ukiah 15,917 2,249 (2.6%) 208 (0.2%) 1,153 (1.3%) 888 (1.0%)
City of Willits 4,844 1,229 (1.4%) 145 (0.2%) 645 (0.7%) 439 (0.5%)
City of Point Arena 472 58 (0.1%) 6 (0.0%) 24 (0.0%) 28 (0.0%)
Total County Area 87,497 16,599 (19.0%) 1,093 (1.2%) 8,455 (9.7%) 7,052 (8.1%)
Source: 2013-2017 American Community Survey (5 year estimates)
Age ranges are sums of multiple male/female and age range fields
4.3.4 Economy
Timber and agriculture were the mainstays of Mendocino’s economy in the 20th century. However, their
traditional roles have shifted in notable ways. The region is now known for its beautiful forests and lush
vineyards, which attract visitors from around the country and abroad. While timber is still an important
part of the economy, tourism and agriculture have become the leading producers. Agriculture has
increased as the burgeoning California wine industry has taken off in Mendocino County. Mendocino’s
agriculture base has changed from historic crops such as pears, apples, prunes, and livestock to the
production of premium quality grapes. (Mendocino County MJHMP, 2014)
This shift from the traditional economic base is typified by the growing importance of tourism for the
County. The Mendocino County 2018-19 Economic Assessment report records the gross revenue for
tourism in the County at $482 million dollars in 2018. (Mendocino County 2018-2019 Economic Assessment,
2019) This is compared to agricultural production, which was recorded at $320.8 million in 2018, and timber,
which totaled $132.5 million in the same year. The top leading agricultural commodities now include
livestock production (7%), nursery production (1%), vegetable production (1%), field crops (7%), and fruits and
nuts (84%). (County of Mendocino Department of Agriculture, 2018)
The labor force in Mendocino County has historically experienced a decrease in size due to a mixture of
higher housing costs and an aging population. However, employment has experienced a more recent
period of growth. The labor force decreased by 7.5 percent from 2007 to 2016, and employment decreased
between 2007 and 2011 before entering a period of slow growth after 2011. There are seasonal changes in
employment, with general a trend towards higher employment during the months of June, August, and
October. (Mendocino County Economic and Demographic Profile, 2018) Industry employment displays a
mixed trend. Mining and logging, manufacturing, and information are all sectors that have experienced a
greater than 40% percent decrease in change from 1998-2018. However, education and health services,
retail, and leisure and hospitality experienced significant employment growth. (Id.)
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Mendocino County’s economy and workforce are changing. In the past, county residents have counted on
seasonal crops, the timber and fishing industries, and tourism for most of their jobs. With the significant
decline in natural resource extraction over recent years, the county workforce responded by becoming
increasingly more diversified. Large employers are management, business, science, and arts occupations,
as well as sales and office occupations. According to the United States Census Bureau, for the 2018 5-year
estimates, there were 21,627 jobs in all sectors in Mendocino County. Table 4-5 shows the number of jobs
by major sector in the County in 2018.
Table 4-5: Occupation for Full-Time, Year-Round, Civilian-Employed Population 16 Years and Over
Occupation Total Percent of total
employment (in %)
Full-time, year-round, civilian-employed population 16 years and over 21,627 100
Management, business, science, and arts occupations 7,449 34
Sales and office occupations 4,492 21
Service occupations 3,610 17
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance occupations 3,382 16
Production, transportation, and material moving occupations 2,694 12
Source: United States Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2018 5-Year Estimates,
https://data.census.gov/cedsci/table?g=0500000US06045&tid=ACSST5Y2018.S2402&hidePreview=false&vintage=2018&layer=VT_2018_05
0_00_PY_D1&cid=DP05_0001E.
4.3.5 Past and Future Trends in Development
Early development patterns in Mendocino County were dispersed, reflecting the County’s timber and
agricultural resources. Communities and economies focused on the timber industry included Willits, Fort
Bragg, Mendocino, Covelo, and Philo. Much of the historical timber industry has been in decline since the
1950s. Timber mills have been replaced by increased acreage dedicated to vineyards, a trend which
continues today. (Mendocino County General Plan, 2009) During the 1980s and 1990s, a number of major
subdivisions were developed in the Ukiah Valley. The net annual average of parcels created between 1981
and 1989 (142) decreased to 70 per year between 1990 and 2001. Data on building permits issued between
1991 and 2001 show that the greatest commercial development in the County occurred in the Fort Bragg
and Ukiah Valley areas, followed by the community of Mendocino and in areas along the South Coast.
Between 1991 and 2001 the Ukiah Valley exceeded the industrial valuation of all other areas combined. (Id.)
Past practices relating to timber production may not always have appreciated the secondary effects of this
kind of development. Such effects could have exacerbated natural hazards such as flooding or soil
instability.
Past development that most increased the risk of hazards in the County happened many decades and even
more than a century ago. The County and other participating jurisdictions are well aware of areas of
increased hazard risk from older development.
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More recently, development in the last few decades has occurred with minimized hazard risk because of
the existing overlay of federal, state, and local regulation. First, the County and its municipal planning
partners all adopt general plans (GPs) which serve as blueprints for establishing long-range development
policies, as directed with California’s General Planning Law. A GP provides a basis for private development
proposals and public projects to remain consistent with existing city, regional and state policies. The GP
is designed to help the County and participating jurisdictions address issues related to land use, circulation
(traffic), housing, open space, conservation, noise, and safety. The Land Use portion of the plan helps guide
the County and participating jurisdictions in determining the location of future development(s), to include
possible future annexations for municipal jurisdictions. The Safety Element of the GP serves to decrease
risk of impact from natural hazards through multiple required elements and subsection most importantly
through the health and safety as required by the California Sate Law.
All planning partners reviewed their general plans under the capability assessments undertaken for this
hazard mitigation plan. Deficiencies revealed by these reviews are identified as mitigation actions to
decrease risks to move beyond past trends.
Moreover, while past development has occurred in hazard areas to some degree, increasing hazard risks,
development standards, and performance measures, oftentimes incorporated into specific plans, policy
plans, and master plans, are employed to reduce risk. These development standards are continually
improving and will continue to strengthen in the future.
General trends in current development and predictions for future development indicate shifts in business
size. For instance, between 2007-2017, there was a shift from larger to smaller employers. (Mendocino
County 2018-2019 Economic Assessment, 2019) The Mendocino County Tourism Commission 2016-17
Marketing Plan (Marketing Plan) was created by the Commission in order to “establish Mendocino County
as a premier destination featuring quaint and charming villages, towering redwood forests and intimate
and unique wineries resulting in a high return on investment and increased room nights.” The Marketing
Plan describes projected economic trends as contingent on low gas prices and surplus consumer funds,
which encourage spending on leisure and hospitality. The report includes promising statistics on
decreased unemployment rates and increased personal income growth from 2012 through 2017. If this
trend continues, it is predicted that tourism will continue to increase and stimulate the economy. This
trend is exemplified by an increase of $71 million dollars in visitor spending from 2000 to 2015. (Mendocino
County Tourism Commission 2016-2017 Marketing Plan, 2017)
Participating jurisdictions have gone to great lengths to ensure future development within hazard areas
is minimized and mitigated to the greatest extent possible. The County’s Capabilities Assessment, Section
5.3, and each jurisdiction’s capabilities assessment in Volume 2 of this MJHMP explain those proactive
steps in greater detail. Buildings are increasingly more resilient to hazards through California’s building
codes, some of the strongest in the country. Nationally, building codes have continually improved disaster
resilience, and since 1990 those great improvements have added approximately 1% to construction costs.
(National Institute of Building Sciences, 2019)
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4.4 Vulnerability Assessment Methods
This section provides an overview of the methods used in the vulnerability assessments in Section 4.5.
Vulnerabilities to each hazard are assessed in a two-step process, as outlined in this section. First,
population, critical facilities, and county parcels are inventoried to develop a “lay of the land.” Second, the
inventories are used to calculate estimated exposure and damage from hazards at various levels of
severity. A more detailed explanation of the methodology is included in Appendix A.
The vulnerability assessment utilizes geospatial data along with local knowledge of past events.
Geospatial data is essential in determining population and assets exposed to hazards identified in this
plan. Geospatial analysis can be conducted if a natural hazard has a spatial footprint that can be analy zed
against the locations of people and assets. In Mendocino County, dam failure, flooding, sea-level rise,
landslide, soil hazards, earthquake, naturally occurring asbestos, and wildfire have identifiable geographic
extents and corresponding spatial information about each hazard.
Figure 4-8 illustrates the data inputs and outputs used to create the vulnerability analyses for each hazard
in Section 4.5.
Figure 4-8: Data Source and Method
4.4.1 Population and Asset Inventory
To describe vulnerability for each hazard, it is important to first understand the total population and total
assets at risk. Population and asset inventories provide a baseline to measure the vulnerability to people
and assets for natural hazard events. Asset inventories can also be used to estimate damages and losses
expected during a “worst-case scenario” event for each hazard. The following describes the total
population, critical facilities, and parcel inventory inputs.
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4.4.1.1 Population
An initial step in producing the hazard-specific vulnerability assessments is to determine the population
near each natural hazard. Each natural hazard scenario affects the County residents differently depending
on the location of the hazard and the population density of where the hazard event could occur. For
hazards that potentially affect the whole county such as earthquake or drought, the vulnerability
assessment assumes 87,732 persons or 100% of the County’s population is exposed.2 Vulnerability
assessments presented in Section 4.5 summarize the population exposure for each natural hazard if
available.
4.4.1.2 Critical Facilities Inventory
Critical facilities are of particular concern when planning to mitigate hazards. A critical facility is a
structure or other improvement that, because of its function, size, service area, or uniqueness, has the
potential to cause disruption of vital socioeconomic activities if it is destroyed, damaged, or functionally
impaired.
Critical facilities inventory data was developed from a combination of datasets, including from county,
city, special purpose district, state, federal, and private industry. A critical infrastructure spatial database
was developed to translate critical facilities information into georeferenced3 points and lifelines.
Critical facility points include facilities such as police stations, fire stations, hospitals, elder care facilities,
daycare facilities, schools, transportation infrastructure, utilities, and government buildings. Lifelines
include facilities related to communication, electric power, liquid fuel, natural gas, and transportation
routes. A current representation of the critical facility points and lifelines are provided in Figure 4-9. Some
critical facility information may have been omitted from this document due to national security purposes.
For additional information on included critical facilities, see Appendix A.
Critical facilities and transportation and lifeline data came from a collection of sources, including but not
limited to Mendocino County, California Department of Social Services (CDSS), California Energy
Commission (CEC), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Hazus, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
(USACE), FEMA, and National Park Service (NPS). All data sources have a level of accuracy acceptable for
planning purposes. Due to the sensitivity of this information, a detailed list of facilities is not provided. The
list is on file with each planning partner. The risk assessment for each hazard qualitatively discusses
critical facilities with regard to that hazard.
2 Population estimates were derived from 2013-2017 Census American Community Survey 5-Year (ACS) information.
3 To georeference something means to define its existence in physical space. That is, establishing its location in terms of map projections
or coordinate systems. The term is used both when establishing the relation between raster or vector images and coordinates, and when
determining the spatial location of other geographical features.
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4.4.1.3 Parcel Value Inventory
The Mendocino County Assessor’s data is essential to developing parcel values exposed to each hazard
and includes the current fair market value of at-risk assets. Mendocino County Parcel Value Inventory is
summarized in Table 4-6. This table only includes parcels that are located in unincorporated Mendocino
County. The Parcel Value Inventory includes the market value,4 content replacement value, and total
assessed value (“total value”), and each hazard profile outlines predicted impacts to this inventory for each
hazard’s geographic extent. These elements are called out in the table because, in the event of a disaster,
the value of the infrastructure or improvements to the land is usually the focus of concern. Generally, the
land is not a total loss, and structures can be rebuilt or contents replaced.
“Total market value” as presented in this plan reflect Mendocino County Assessor data including fair
market value where available. If no fair market value was available for a given property, the value reflects
the assessed improvement value.
“Total content value” was calculated based on the assessor's use codes, translated to occupancy-based
multipliers. Each occupancy class prescribes a specific content cost multiplier used to calculate the
content cost values shown in the summary and in the hazard profiles in Section 4.5. Occupancy-based
content cost multipliers used in this plan reflect those found in the FEMA Hazus-MH 4.2 technical
manuals.
Table 4-6: Unincorporated Mendocino County Parcel Counts and Value
Total Parcels Total Market Value ($) Total Content Value ($) Total Value ($)
Unincorporated County
24,371 $ 4,544,212,021 $ 2,693,943,855 $ 7,238,155,876
Total market value as provided by County Assessor's Office. Content value calculated using content multipliers per Hazus occupancy
classes per county land use designation. Total value is the sum of total market value and total content value. Improved Parcels Only.
4 Market Value includes a long-term asset which indicates the cost of the constructed improvements to land, such as buildings, driveways,
walkways, lighting, and parking lots.
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Figure 4-9: Critical Facilities
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4.4.2 Hazard Exposure and Damage Estimation
The population and inventory information are used to generate specific exposure and damage estimations
based on the severity of specific hazard events. The hazards in Mendocino County which have known
geographic extents and corresponding spatial information, and thus have exposure and damage
estimations, are:
▪ earthquake,
▪ flooding,
▪ sea-level rise,
▪ slope failure,
▪ soil hazards,
▪ tsunami run-up,
▪ dam failure, and
▪ wildfire.
Population and Asset Exposure
“Exposure” of assets and population refers to the total counts of parcels, people, facilities, and assets within
the planning area in which a hazard event may occur. A natural hazards overlay was developed to reflect
the combination of many known natural hazard spatial footprints. The spatial overlay method enables
summarization of building values, parcel counts, population exposure, and critical facility exposure within
a hazard’s geographic extents. Figure 4-10 illustrates hypothetical flooding exposure. Exposure numbers
were generated using Mendocino County Assessor data, address point, and parcel data for replacement
and content cost estimates.
Figure 4-10: Hazard Exposure Explanation Graphic
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Damage Estimation
For flood and earthquake, detailed damage estimations were conducted through FEMA’s Hazus software.
Hazus is a nationally applicable, standardized methodology that contains models for estimating potential
losses from earthquakes, floods, and hurricanes. Hazus uses Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
technology to estimate the physical, economic, and social impacts of disasters. . The estimated damage
and losses provided by the Hazus Software is based upon chosen severity of events and provides the ability
to understand possible widescale damage to buildings and facilities.
In the hypothetical geography shown in Figure 4-11, even though both structures are exposed to flooding,
it is expected that the structure with a first-floor height below the depth of flooding will receive
significantly more damage than the structure with a first-floor height above the expected water depth. For
a more detailed explanation of risk assessment methods, see Appendix A.
At-risk populations, critical infrastructure, improved parcels, and loss results for each hazard category are
provided in bar chart summary tables in Section 4.5 to evaluate the percentage of assets exposed to
different types of hazards. The side-by-side comparison allows planning partners to evaluate the impacts
of potential hazards to prioritize hazard mitigation energy and resources.
Figure 4-11: Hazus Damage Estimation Example
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4.5 Vulnerability to Specific Hazards
This section introduces prevalent hazards within the unincorporated portions of Mendocino County and
analyzes how each may affect populations, property, and critical facilities within the County’s jurisdiction.
Importantly, the hazard mitigation strategy presented in Section 5 is informed by, and responds to, the
particular vulnerabilities outlined in this section. The mitigation strategy provides prescriptions or actions
to achieve the greatest reduction of vulnerability based on this section, which results in saved lives,
reduced injuries, reduced property damage, and protection for the environment in the event of a natural
hazard. Methods for calculating exposure and loss estimates are described in Section 4.4 and Appendix A.
This section provides quantifiable exposures to people and property and damage and loss estimates for
the unincorporated portions of the County for the below -prioritized hazards. Participating Jurisdiction
Annexes in Volume 2 of this Plan contain jurisdiction-specific vulnerabilities to hazards.
Dam Failure
SECTION 4.5.1
Pandemic
SECTION 4.5.5
Slope Failure
SECTION 4.5.8
Drought
SECTION 4.5.2
Flood
SECTION 4.5.6
Soil Hazards
SECTION 4.5.9
Climate Change
SECTION 4.5.3
Severe Weather
SECTION 4.5.7
Wildfire
SECTION 4.5.10
Earthquake
SECTION 4.5.4
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4.5.1 Dam Failure Hazard Profile
Dam failures in the United States typically occur in one of four ways:
▪ Overtopping of the primary dam structure, which accounts for 34 percent
of all dam failures, can occur due to inadequate spillway design,
settlement of the dam crest, blockage of spillways, and other factors.
▪ Foundation defects due to differential settlement, slides, slope instability, uplift pressures, and
foundation seepage can also cause dam failure. These account for 30 percent of all dam failures.
▪ Failure due to piping and seepage accounts for 20 percent of all failures. These are caused by
internal erosion due to piping and seepage, erosion along hydraulic structures such as
spillways, erosion due to animal burrows, and cracks in the dam structure.
▪ Failure due to problems with conduits and valves, typically caused by the piping of
embankment material into conduits through joints or cracks, constitutes 10 percent of all
failures. (Federal Emergency Management Agency, 2019)
Many dam failures in the United States have been secondary results of other disasters, such as
earthquakes, landslides, extreme storms, massive snowmelt, equipment malfunction, structural damage,
foundation failures, and sabotage. Poor construction, lack of maintenance and repair, and deficient
operational procedures are preventable or correctable by a program of regular inspections. Terrorism and
vandalism are serious concerns that all operators of public facilities must plan for; these threats are under
continuous review by public safety agencies. (Id.)
Lake Mendocino
Lake Mendocino covers 1,922 square acres is a reservoir created by the construction of Coyote Dam, which
was built by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on the East Fork of the Russian River in 1958. Lake
Mendocino water is a combination of imported Eel River water and East Fork Russian River water, and it
has a maximum storage capacity of 122,400 acre-feet, with 70,000 acre-feet allocated to water supply. It is
located approximately 3 miles northeast of Ukiah in the Coast Range near the headwaters of the Russian
River. The dam is 160 feet high and spans a range of 3,500 feet. It provides flood damage reduction, water
conservation, and recreation opportunities like hiking, water skiing, and boating, and it is capable of
producing up to 3 MW of electricity. (Mendocino County General Plan, 2009)
4.5.1.1 Plans, Policies, and Regulatory Environment
1972 National Dam Safety Act
The potential for catastrophic flooding due to dam failures led to the passage of the 1972 National Dam
Safety Act, Pub. Law No. 92-367. The National Dam Safety Program requires a periodic engineering analysis
of every major dam in the country. The goal of this FEMA-monitored effort is to identify and mitigate the
risk of dam failure so as to protect the public lives and property.
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FERC Dam Safety Program
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has the largest dam safety program in the United
States. FERC cooperates with a large number of federal and state agencies to ensure and promote dam
safety and, more recently, homeland security. There are 3,036 dams that are part of regulated hydroelectric
projects in the FERC program. Two-thirds of these are more than 50 years old. (Federal Energy Regulatory
Commission, 2011) As dams age, concern about their safety and integrity grows, so oversight and regular
inspection are important. FERC staff inspects hydroelectric projects on an unscheduled basis to
investigate the following:
▪ Potential dam safety problems
▪ Complaints about constructing and operating a project
▪ Safety concerns related to natural disasters
▪ Issues concerning compliance with the terms and conditions of a license.
Every five years, an independent consulting engineer, approved by the FERC, must inspect and evaluate
projects with dams higher than 10 meters (32.8 feet), or with a total storage capacity of more than 2,000
acre-feet. (Id.)
FERC staff monitors and evaluates seismic research in geographic areas where there are concerns about
seismic activity. This information is applied in investigating and performing structural analyses of
hydroelectric projects in these areas. FERC staff also evaluates the effects of potential and actual large
floods on the safety of dams. During and following floods, FERC staff visits dams and licensed projects,
determines the extent of damage, if any, and directs any necessary studies or remedial measures the
licensee must undertake. The FERC publication Engineering Guidelines for the Evaluation of Hydropower
Projects guides the FERC engineering staff and licensees in evaluating dam safety. The publication is
frequently revised to reflect current information and methodologies.
The FERC requires licensees to prepare emergency action plans and conducts training sessions on how to
develop and test these plans. The plans outline an early warning system if there is an actual or potential
sudden release of water from a dam due to failure. The plans include operational procedures that may be
used, such as reducing reservoir levels and reducing downstream flows, as well as procedures for notifying
affected residents and agencies responsible for emergency management. These plans are frequently
updated and tested to ensure that everyone knows what to do in emergency situations. (Id.)
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Dam Safety Program
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (“Corps”) is responsible for safety inspections of some federal and non-
federal dams in the United States that meet the size and storage limitations specified in the National Dam
Safety Act. The Corps has inventoried such dams and surveyed each state and federal agency’s
capabilities, practices, and regulations regarding design, construction, operation, and maintenance of the
dams. The Corps develops guidelines for inspection and evaluation of dam safety. (United States Army
Corps of Engineers, n.d.)
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California Division of Safety of Dams
California’s Division of Safety of Dams, a division of the Department of Water Resources, monitors the dam
safety program at the state level. When a new dam is proposed, Division staff inspects the site. The Division
reviews dam applications and building plans to ensure that the dam is designed to meet minimum
requirements and that the design is appropriate for known geologic conditions. It also inspects
construction to ensure that the work is done in accordance with the approved plans. The Division inspects
constructed dams on an annual basis to ensure that it is performing as intended and is not developing
problems. Roughly a third of these inspections include in-depth instrumentation reviews. The Division
periodically reviews the stability of dams and their major appurtenances in light of improved design
approaches and requirements, as well as new findings regarding earthquake hazards and hydrologic
estimates in California. (Cal. Dep't of Water Resources, 2019)
Senate Bill 92: Dam Safety
Senate Bill 92 (2017) provides new requirements focused on dam safety. Specifically, it requires dam
owners to submit inundation maps to the Department of Water Resources. After they have been approved,
the dam owner must then submit an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) to Cal OES. These need to be approved
by Cal OES and resubmitted every 10 years. (California Office of Emergency Services, 2020)
Mendocino County General Plan
The Mendocino County 2009 General Plan includes the following policies the Development Element to
mitigate the effects of dam failure:
Development Element
Policy DE-194: To the maximum extent practical, avoid constructing critical facilities within the
designated 100-year flood plain areas or areas potentially subject to inundation by dam failures (or
other water impoundment facilities) or seiches.
Permit Requirements for Grading in Mendocino County Code, § 18.70
The Mendocino County Code contains specifications for how construction and material requirements for
grading planning purposes are to be designed, as well as what they should include. The plans are
required to provide, in part, detailed explanations of all surface and subsurface drainage devices,
cribbing, walls, dams, and other protective devices which are to be constructed in tandem to, or as part of,
the proposed work in combination with a map depicting the drainage area and the estimated runoff of
the area served by any drains.
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4.5.1.2 Past Events
There have been several recent
occurrences of near dam failure in
Mendocino. As the risk assessment
for Mendocino County illustrates,
the chances of a dam failure are low,
but the consequences of such are
quite severe.
During a significant winter storm on
New Year’s Eve 2005-2006, storm
runoff was so high that it spilled
over the entire crest of the
Mendocino 3 Upper Dam, even while
the standpipe and filter valves were
open.
In December of 2016, an atmospheric
river brought widespread rainfall to
the Northern Coast of California. The Pudding Creek Dam overtopped resulting in damage to the dam and
a primary water main for the city of Fort Bragg.
The most memorable recent event concerning dam failure in California was the 2017 collapse of a spillway
on the Oroville Dam in Butte County, California. Oroville Dam is the largest facility within the State Water
Project in California; the dam stores 3.5 million acre-feet of water, and serves as important flood control
for the Feather River. In 2017, after substantial runoff from the Sierra Nevadas, Lake Oroville was full, and
the spillway was opened to release extra water downstream.
“Spillways” are dam safety features that allow water to overtop the dam if the reservoir fills too quickly.
Spillway overflow events, often referred to as “design failures,” result in increased discharges downstream
and increased flooding potential.
The force of the release gouged a large crater in the concrete spillway and required the California
Department of Water Resources (DWR) to halt water releases via that conduit. The high lake level then
created fear that erosion would compromise the integrity of the auxiliary spillway and flood the city of
Oroville and surrounding communities. Thousands were evacuated, and eventually, runoff receded
without further issue. Ultimately, an independent analysis concluded that poor design and construction
and inadequate state oversight contributed to the collapse of the concrete spillway. (Water Education
Foundation, 2020)
The Oroville Dam spillway failure triggered an inspection of 93 dam spillways across California through
the new Spillway Re-evaluation Program. (Cal. Dep't of Water Resources, 2019)
Figure 4-12 : Pudding Creek Dam Overflow
Source: Fort Bragg Advocate News https://www.advocate-
news.com/2016/12/21/storm-flow-erodes-pudding-creek-dam/
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4.5.1.3 Location
According to California Department of Water Resources (DWR) Division of Safety of Dams (DSOD) and
USACE National Inventory of Dams (NID), there are 30 dams in Mendocino County, shown in Table 4-8.
Figure 4-13 shows Cal OES and DSOD inundation zones for the dams in Mendocino County. Areas of the
County most threatened by dam inundation are those inland areas within the Ukiah Valley.
Dams listed below are classified by FEMA according to their hazard potential. Table 4-7 explains the
classifications of low, significant, and high. California DWR Division of Safety of Dams (DSOD) includes a
fourth category “Extremely High.” Table 4-8 then lists all dams in Mendocino County, including their
hazard classification that corresponds with Table 4-7.
Table 4-7: FEMA Hazard Potential Classification
Hazard Potential Classification Loss of Human Life Economic, Environmental, Lifeline Losses
Low None expected Low and generally limited to owner
Significant None expected Yes
High Probable. One or more expected Yes (but not necessary for this classification)
Extremely High One or more and inundating an
area of 1,000+ population
Inundation of facilities/infrastructure, posing
significant threat to public safety determined
case-by-case by DSOD
Source: Federal Guidelines for Dam Safety- Hazard Potential Classification Systems for Dams, April 2004, DSOD Jurisdictional Dams
Table 4-8: Dams in Mendocino County
DWR ID NID ID Dam Name Owner Year Built Hazard Class
No. 1089-0 CA00001 Mendocino Middle County of Mendocino 1907 S
No. 1089-2 CA00002 Mendocino 3 Upper County of Mendocino 1929 L
No. 97-102 CA00399 Van Arsdale Pacific Gas and Electric
Company
1955 H
No. 2036-0 CA00406 Morris City of Willits 1964 H
No. 382-0 CA00560 Ridgewood Walker Lake Association 1908 H
No. 384-0 CA00561 Mcnab Fetzer Vineyards 1971 S
No. 387-0 CA00562 Bevans Creek Private Entity 1965 L
No. 389-0 CA00563 Lake Winawa Boy Scouts of America San
Francisco Bay Area Council
1974 S
No. 1038-0 CA00871 Lake Ada Rose Brooktrails Township
Community Services
District
1927 H
No. 1038-3 CA00872 Brooktrails 3 North Brooktrails Township
Community Services
District
1999 H
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DWR ID NID ID Dam Name Owner Year Built Hazard Class
No. 1380-0 CA00972 Mast Private Entity 1980 L
No. 1381-0 CA00973 Williams Valley Private Entity 1985 L
No. 1382-0 CA00974 Round Mountain Round Mountain
Cooperative Community,
Inc.
Unknown S
No. 1089-3 CA00975 Chinquapin County of Mendocino Unknown S
No. 274-3 CA00976 Mcguire Soper-Wheeler Compant Unknown L
No. 1387-0 CA00977 Crawford Ranch McDowell Valley Farming
Company, LLC
1915 H
No. 1385-0 CA01118 Cornett Locavore, LLC 1927 H
No. 2381-0 CA01139 Mill Pond Georgia-Pacific Corporation 1947 S
No. 2036-2 CA01246 Centennial City of Willits 1964 H
No. 2382-0 CA01261 Perry Gulch Perry Gulch Ranch 1970 H
No. 2385-0 CA01262 Jayne'S Lake Eden Valley Ranch, LLC 1965 L
No. 2388-0 CA01263 Bradford Fountain Ranch, LLC 1971 S
No. 2383-0 CA01323 Schwindt Private Entity 1972 H
No. 2380-0 CA01423 Lolonis Vineyards Lolonis Family Vineyards
and Winery, Inc.
1885 L
No. 1306-0 CA01438 Hooper No. 1 Private Entity 1980 L
No. 1307-0 CA01439 Hooper No. 2 Private Entity 1985 H
No. 7000-104 CA01479 Johnson Ranch Beckstoffer Vineyards 1999 H
No. 7000-132 CA01610 Feliz North Lake Brutocao Vineyards Unknown S
CA10201 Coyote Valley Dam CESPN Unknown S
No. 3383-0 CA10385 Codding Reservoir Private Entity 1959 H
Note: Hazard Definitions: L – Low; S – Significant; H – High; H+ – Extremely High
Source: DWR Jurisdictional Dams & USACE National Inventory of Dams
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Figure 4-13: Dam Inundation Exposure
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4.5.1.4 Severity and Extent
Dam failure can be catastrophic to all life and property downstream . Table 4-8 lists dams in Mendocino
County and shows their hazard classification as designated by FEMA and DSOD.
This hazard potential classification system categorizes dams based on the probable loss of human life and
the impacts on economic, environmental, and lifeline interests. Improbable loss of life exists where
persons are only temporarily in the potential inundation area. For instance, this hazard potential
classification system does not contemplate the improbable loss of life of the occasional recreational user
of the river and downstream lands, passer-by, or non-overnight outdoor user of downstream lands. In any
classification system, all possibilities cannot be defined. High usage areas of any type should be
considered appropriately. Judgment and common sense must ultimately be a part of any decision on
classification. Further, no allowances for evacuation or other emergency actions by the population should
be considered because emergency procedures should not be a substitute for appropriate design,
construction, and maintenance of dam structures.
While there are no extremely high hazard dams listed in the County, there are 13 high hazard dams in the
County. See Table 4-7 for explanation of these categories.
4.5.1.5 Frequency/ Probability of Future Occurrences
The probability of any type of dam failure is low in today’s regulatory and dam safety oversight
environment. Dam failure events usually coincide with events such as earthquakes, landslides, and
excessive rainfall and snowmelt.
4.5.1.6 Warning Time
Warning time for dam failure depends on the cause of failure. In the event of extreme precipitation or
massive snowmelt, evacuations can be planned with sufficient time. In the event of a structural failure
due to earthquake, there may be no warning time. A dam’s structural type also affects warning time.
Earthen dams do not tend to fail instantaneously. Once a breach is initiated, discharging water erodes the
breach until the reservoir water is depleted, or the breach resists further erosion. Concrete gravity dams
also tend to have an initial partial breach. The time of breach formation ranges from a few minutes to a
few hours. Several planning partners have established protocols in their emergency operations plans for
warning and response to imminent dam failure within the flood warning. These protocols are tied to
emergency action plans created by the dam owner.
Starting in 2017, California now requires the development of Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) for high and
significant hazard dams. Dams have EAPs in various states of completion as of 2020.
Developing EAPs for all high and significant hazard potential dams for Mendocino County is critical to
reducing the risks of loss of life and property damage from dam failures. The EAP contains procedures and
information to assist the dam owner in issuing early warning and notification messages to emergency
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management authorities. The EAP also contains inundation maps to identify the areas subject to flooding
in the unlikely event of dam failure.
EAPs are critical in identifying areas downstream from dams requiring warning and evacuation in the
event of dam failure. Documented cases have demonstrated that warning and evacuation time for EAPs
can dramatically influence the loss of life. Loss of life can vary from 0.02 percent of the persons-at-risk
when the warning time is 90 minutes to 50 percent when less than 15 minutes, (Graham, 1988) One USGS
report states that the average number of fatalities per dam failure is 19 times greater when there is little to
no warning. (U.S. Geological Survey, 1985) Dam breach inundation studies usually assume one of two
failure scenarios:
• Flows from a dam failure during “fair weather” or “sunny day” conditions with the reservoir at
the normal pool level and receiving normal inflow (usually insignificant). A fair weather failure
is generally considered to have the most potential for loss of human life, primarily due to the
element of surprise.
• Flows from a dam failure during flood conditions or the inflow design flood. Failure during flood
conditions is considered to show the upper limit of inundation and to have less potential for
loss of human life because the downstream population is “on alert.” The flood conditions
scenario is more expensive to analyze due to the additional cost for the necessary watershed
and spillway studies.
Inundation mapping shows a continuous “line of inundation” identifying the area potentially at risk in
the event of dam failure. It starts at the dam and continues downstream to a point where the breach
flood no longer poses a risk to life and property damage, such as a large river or reservoir with the
capacity of storing the floodwaters. The need to consider the “domino effect” should be made on a case-
by -case basis if the assumed failure of a dam would cause the failure of any downstream dams.
4.5.1.7 Secondary Hazards
Dam failure can cause severe downstream flooding, depending on the magnitude of the failure. Other
potential secondary hazards of dam failure are landslides around the reservoir perimeter, bank erosion on
the rivers, and destruction of downstream habitat.
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4.5.1.8 Dam Failure Vulnerability Assessment
The primary danger associated with dam failure is high-velocity flooding downstream of the dam and
limited warning times for evacuation. Vulnerability varies by community and depends on the particular
dam profile and the nature and extent of the failure. Vulnerable populations are present directly below the
dam and may include those incapable of escaping the area within the allowable time frame. This
population includes the elderly and young, who may be unable to self-evacuate from the inundation area.
Vulnerable populations also include those who would not have adequate warning from a television or radio
emergency warning system. Dam inundation zones as provided by the Cal. Division of Water Resources
were used in conjunction with the inventory listed in Table 4-8 to identify at-risk populations and loss
estimations for dam failure.
Note that DWR dam inundation data is used for the damage estimation, while Cal OES data is used for the
exposure analysis and to map the dam inundation zones in Figure 4-13 and Figure 4-15. The DWR
inundation data is more recently developed and more detailed than Cal OES inundation zones, which are
being updated since SB 92 passed in 2017. The DWR data also includes only those dams rated extremely
high, high, or significant risk. DWR data is also the only generally-available data set with a depth grid, as
defined by emergency action plan (EAP) submittals from dam owners, as required for Hazus. Therefore,
while the population exposure utilizes the Cal OES data set, the damage estimation through Hazus utilizes
the narrower DWR data set. Figure 4-14 illustrates a sample difference between inundation areas used in
the exposure analysis and the inundation depths used in the damage assessment.
Figure 4-14 : Dam Inundation Sample Area Compared to Hazus Depths
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4.5.1.8.1 Dam Failure Exposure
Population
Vulnerable populations are all populations downstream from dam failures that are incapable of escaping
the area within the allowable time frame. This population includes the elderly and young who may be
unable to get themselves out of the inundation area. The vulnerable population also includes those who
would not have adequate warning from a television, radio emergency warning system, have not registered
with reverse 911, or do not have cell phones that can receive amber alerts. The potential for loss of life is
affected by the capacity and number of evacuation routes available to populations living in areas of
potential inundation. The entire population in a dam failure inundation zone is exposed to the risk of a
dam failure. The estimated population exposed to dam inundation is summarized in Figure 4-15 and Table
4-9.
Property
Vulnerable properties are those closest to the dam inundation area. These properties would experience the
largest, most destructive surge of water. Low-lying areas where water would collect are also vulnerable.
Transportation routes, discussed below, are also vulnerable to dam inundation and have the potential to
be eliminated or compromised, creating isolation issues. Vulnerable populations may not be able to
withstand a large water surge. Utilities such as overhead power, cable, and phone lines could also be
vulnerable. Loss of these utilities could create additional isolation issues for the inundation areas. Table
4-10 displays parcel values exposed to dam inundation. Figure 4-15 illustrates the amount of population
living in a dam inundation zone according to zone.
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Figure 4-15: Dam Failure Vulnerability Snapshot Map
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Table 4-9: Population Exposure to Dam Failure (Unincorporated County)
Total Population
Unincorporated County 58,995
Dam Inundation Zone Population Count % of Total
Bevans Creek (DWR) 35 0.06%
Bradford (DWR) 2 0.00%
Brooktrails 36 0.06%
Chinquapin (DWR) 4 0.01%
Crawford Ranch (DWR) 40 0.07%
Feliz North Lake (DWR) 13 0.02%
Lake Mendocino 5,750 9.75%
Mendocino 3 Upper (DWR) 121 0.21%
Mendocino Middle (DWR) 27 0.05%
Morris/Centennial 322 0.55%
Round Mountain 5 0.01%
Scott 27 0.05%
Scott (DWR) 24 0.04%
Scott 2 (DWR) 24 0.04%
Scott Spillway (DWR) 16 0.03%
Scout Lake 76 0.13%
Total* 6,268 10.62%
*Total population is not equal to sum of all dam inundation zones due to dissolved overlapping inundation areas.
Figure 4-16: Population Exposure to Dam Inundation by Zone
35 2 36 4 40 13
5,750
121 27 322 5 27 24 24 16 76
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1,000
2,000
3,000
4,000
5,000
6,000
7,000
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Table 4-10: Parcel Values at Risk from Dam Inundation (Unincorporated County)
Total
Parcels
Total Market
Value ($)
Total Content
Value ($) Total Value ($)
Unincorporated County 24,371 $ 4,544,212,021 $2,693,943,855 $ 7,238,155,876
Dam Inundation Zone Parcel
Count % of Total Market Value
Exposure ($)
Content Value
Exposure ($) Total Exposure ($) % of Total
Bevans Creek (DWR) 9 0.0% $ 1,648,185 $ 1,304,651 $2,952,836 0.0%
Bradford (DWR) 1 0.0% $ 112,977 $112,977 $ 225,954 0.0%
Brooktrails 11 0.0% $ 1,152,540 $583,414 $ 1,735,954 0.0%
Chinquapin (DWR) - 0.0% $ - $ - $- 0.0%
Crawford Ranch (DWR) 26 0.1% $ 1,762,290 $ 1,499,852 $3,262,142 0.0%
Feliz North Lake (DWR) - 0.0% $ - $ - $- 0.0%
Lake Mendocino 1,463 6.0% $ 405,933,507 $ 335,185,604 $ 741,119,111 10.2%
Mendocino 3 Upper (DWR) 55 0.2% $ 6,943,682 $ 4,292,319 $ 11,236,001 0.2%
Mendocino Middle (DWR) 12 0.0% $1,231,617 $615,809 $1,847,426 0.0%
Morris/Centennial 83 0.3% $ 8,688,359 $ 5,263,117 $ 13,951,476 0.2%
Round Mountain - 0.0% $ - $ - $- 0.0%
Scott 59 0.2% $ 5,707,208 $ 2,952,310 $8,659,518 0.1%
Scott (DWR) 52 0.2% $ 4,679,480 $ 2,392,991 $7,072,471 0.1%
Scott 2 (DWR) 52 0.2% $ 4,679,480 $ 2,392,991 $7,072,471 0.1%
Scott Spillway (DWR) 34 0.1% $3,568,111 $ 1,792,290 $5,360,401 0.1%
Scout Lake 36 0.1% $ 4,886,613 $ 2,521,276 $ 7,407,889 0.1%
Dam Inundation Area* 1,659 6.8% $ 429,013,587 $ 348,953,504 $ 777,967,091 10.7%
*Totals are not equal to sum of all dam inundation zones due to dissolved overlapping inundation areas.
Critical Facilities & Lifelines
Low-lying areas are vulnerable to dam inundation, especially transportation routes. This includes all roads,
railroads, and bridges in the flow path of water, which could be eliminated or compromised in a dam
inundation event. The most vulnerable critical facilities are those in poor condition that would have
difficulty withstanding a large surge of water. Utilities such as overhead power lines and communication
lines could also be vulnerable. Loss of these utilities could create additional compounding issues for
emergency management officials attempting to conduct evacuation and response actions. Table 4-11 and
Table 4-12 summarizes critical infrastructure exposed to dam failure in Mendocino County.
Table 4-11: Critical Infrastructure Points in Dam Inundation Zones (Unincorporated County)
Infrastructure
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Essential
Facility 6 - - 1 - - - 5 - - - - - - - - -
EOC - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Fire Station 6 - - 1 - - - 5 - - - - - - - - -
Law
Enforcement - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Medical
Facility - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
High Potential
Loss 72 - - - - - - 69 - - 1 - 1 1 1 1 1
Adult
Residential
Facility - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Alternative
Education
Program - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Animal
Control - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Child Care
Center - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Communicat
ion Tower 3 - - - - - - 3 - - - - - - - - -
Community
Center 1 - - - - - - 1 - - - - - - - - -
Courthouse - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Dam 3 - - - - - - 1 - - - - 1 1 1 1 1
Detention
Center - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Fairground - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Family Child
Care Home - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Foster
Family Agency - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Historic
Building - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Historic Site - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Library - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Museum - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Office 4 - - - - - - 4 - - - - - - - - -
Park and
Recreation 1 - - - - - - 1 - - - - - - - - -
Power Plant 5 - - - - - - 5 - - - - - - - - -
Real Property
Asset* 42 - - - - - - 42 - - - - - - - - -
Residential
Child Care - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Residential
Elder Care
Facility - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
School 4 - - - - - - 3 - - 1 - - - - - -
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Shop 3 - - - - - - 3 - - - - - - - - -
Storage 6 - - - - - - 6 - - - - - - - - -
Wastewater
Treatment - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Transportation
and Lifeline 71 - - 2 1 1 - 55 - - 6 - 7 5 5 1 1
Airport - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Bridge 63 - - 2 1 1 - 49 - - 4 - 7 5 5 1 1
Bus Facility - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Corp Yard 1 - - - - - - - - - 1 - - - - - -
NG Station 1 - - - - - - 1 - - - - - - - - -
Substation 5 - - - - - - 4 - - 1 - - - - - -
Transfer
Station 1 - - - - - - 1 - - - - - - - - -
Hazmat 13 - - - - - - 13 - - - - - - - - -
Hazmat 13 - - - - - - 13 - - - - - - - - -
Grand Total 162 - - 3 1 1 - 142 - - 7 - 8 6 6 2 2
*Real Property Assets are digitized insurance rolls for demonstrating value and ownership and may have
overlapping points with other categories such as fire stations and law enforcement.
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Table 4-12: Miles of Critical Infrastructure (Linear) in Dam Inundation Zones (Unincorporated County)
Infrastructure Type
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0 27.5 0.3
0.
0 3.3 - 6.6 4.9 4.9 0.5 1.3
Thoroughfare, major - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Traffic circle - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Walkway 0.1 - - - - - - 0.1 - - - - - - - - -
Transmission Line 11.4 0.1 - - 0.3
0.
3 - 6.7 0.2 0.1 3.8 - 0.2 0.2 0.2 0.1 1.0
Grand Total 251.8 0.8 0.6 0.8 0.4 1.9 0.4
193.
4 2.3 0.4
11.
5 0.2
36.
6
29.
3
29.
3
10.
5 3.4
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4.5.1.8.2 Damage Estimations
Hazus calculates losses to structures from flooding by analyzing the depth of flooding and type of
structure. Using historical flood insurance claim data, Hazus estimates the percentage of damage to
structures and their contents by applying established damage functions to an inventory. For this analysis,
dam inundation depth grids are reported. Damage is indicated by depth and velocity. Return intervals,
utilized in the damage estimation for flood, are omitted here due to relevance. This analysis uses data from
the Department of Water Resources and has only been conducted for Mendocino County dams for which
there are existing inundation studies. Table 4-13 reports damage to parcel and government property loss.
Damage Estimation Improved Parcel and Government Property Loss
Department of Water Resources data were used to estimate the loss potential to residential properties and
Government service facilities exposed to dam inundation. Hazus reports the damage potential and loss
potential from a given dam failure scenario in four categories: slight damage, moderate damage, extensive
damage, and economic loss. Economic loss consists of estimations on the cost of repair and replacement
to damaged or destroyed buildings and contents, relocation expenses, capital-related income, wage losses,
and rental income losses. The results shown in Table 4-13 summarize improved parcel and government
property loss.
Table 4-13: Improved Parcel and Government Property Loss Estimations
Building Type Building Damage
($)
Building Damage
(% of total loss)
Content Damage
($)
Content
Damage
(% of
total
loss)
Total Damage ($) Proportion of
Loss (%)
Agriculture $ 185,640 3.7% $ 594,892 11.9% $ 780,532 16%
Commercial $ 18,007 0.4% $ 127,347 2.6% $ 145,354 3%
Education $ 27,429 0.6% $ 148,117 3.0% $ 175,546 4%
Emergency - 0.0% - 0.0% - 0%
Government - 0.0% - 0.0% - 0%
Industrial $ 746 0.0% $ 1,050 0.0% $ 1,796 0%
Religion - 0.0% - 0.0% - 0%
Residential $2,947,065 59.2% $ 928,982 18.7% $3,876,047 78%
Total $ 3,178,887 64% $1,800,387 36% $4,979,275
Note: Total Inventory Values
1 - Building Replacement Costs = $6,607,442,042
2 - Content Replacement Costs = $3,951,409,020
3 - Total Value = $10,558,851,062
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Damage Estimation for County Owned Property
Hazus 4.2 was used to estimate the loss potential to county facilities exposed to dam failure in the County.
Hazus reports the damage potential and loss potential from a given dam failure scenario in four categories:
slight damage, moderate damage, extensive damage, and econom ic loss. Economic loss consists of
estimations on the cost of repair and replacement to damaged or destroyed buildings and contents,
relocation expenses, capital-related income, wage losses, and rental income losses.
County insurance data was obtained and formatted for use in Hazus for a detailed damage estimation. This
dataset has additional information including the number of floors, building value, content value, and
construction type that greatly enhances results from the default Hazus database. While the County does
have facilities within the dam inundation zone, those facilities do not experience damage in the
inundation depths modeled through Hazus.
4.5.1.8.3 Future Trends in Development
Flooding due to a dam failure event is likely to exceed the special flood hazard areas regulated through
local floodplain ordinances. The County and planning partners should consider the dam failure hazard
when permitting development in mapped dam inundation zones and downstream of high hazard and
significant hazard dams in the County. Low hazard dams could become significant or high hazard dams
if development occurs below them.
4.5.1.9 Dam Failure Hazard Problem Statements
As part of the mitigation action identification process, the Planning Committee for the County and for each
jurisdiction identified issues and weaknesses, also called problem statements, for their respective
facilities based on the risk assessment and vulnerability analysis, utilizing the RAMP mapping tool and
flood data. Dam failure hazard problem statements are listed in Table 4-14; problem statements for all other
planning partners are accessed in Volume 2 of this plan.
Identifying these common issues and weaknesses assists the Planning Committee to understand the
realm of resources needed for mitigation. The goal is to have at least one mitigation action for every
problem statement. Projects or actions have been developed to mitigate each problem identified. See Table
5-6 for a full list of mitigation actions and corresponding problem statements that they address. Each
problem statement is coded with a problem number for cross-referencing between Table 4-14 and Table
5-6.
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Table 4-14 : Dam Failure Problem Statements
Problem
No.
Hazard Area of
Concern
Mitigation
Alternatives
Primary
Agency
Problem Description Related MA
ps-DF-MC-
56
Dam Failure Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness
Mendocino
County
The following critical infrastructure is
located in a dam inundation zone: 5
substations, 5 power plants, 4 schools,
6 Fire Dept. Facilities, 3
communication towers, and 1
community center
ma-DF-MC-
199
ps-DF-MC-
57
Dam Failure Victim PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness
Mendocino
County
6,024 live within a dam inundation
zone in Mendocino County
ma-DF-MC-
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4.5.2 Drought Hazard Profile
California's water resources have been stressed by periodic drought cycles and in
some places overuse, creating the need for unprecedented state and local restrictions
in water use. Climate change is expected to increase drought and extreme weather.
While the duration and severity of drought is always in question, it is certain that
California and Mendocino County will continue to be impacted by drought. (California
Drought Contingency Plan, 2010)
4.5.2.1 Drought in California
Drought has impacted almost every county in California at one time or another, causing more than
$2.6 million in damage. Droughts exceeding three years are relatively rare in northern California, the
source of much of the state’s water supply. The 1929-1934 drought established the criteria commonly used
in designing storage capacity and yield for large northern California reservoirs. The driest single year in
California’s measured hydrologic history was 1977. (California Department of Water Resources, 2015)
Drought impacts in California are felt first by those most dependent on annual rainfall, including agencies
fighting wildfires, ranchers engaged in dryland grazing, rural residents relying on wells in low-yield rock
formations, or small water systems lacking a reliable water source. (Id.)
Most of California’s precipitation comes from storms moving across the Pacific Ocean. The path followed
by the storms is determined by the position of an atmospheric high-pressure belt that normally shifts
southward during the winter, allowing low-pressure systems to move into the state. On average, 75 percent
of California’s annual precipitation occurs between November and March, with 50 percent occurring
between December and February. If a persistent Pacific high-pressure zone takes hold over California mid-
winter, the water year tends to be dry. (Western Regional Climate Center, 2020)
A typical water year produces about 100 inches of rainfall over the North Coast and 50 inches of
precipitation (a combination of rain and snow) over the Northern Sierra compared to 18 inches in the
Sacramento area and 15 inches in the Los Angeles area. In extremely dry years, these annual totals can fall
to as little as one half or one third of these amounts. (Id.)
In incorporated areas of Mendocino County, water supply is sourced primarily from groundwater
resources. Groundwater wells throughout the County are used for domestic, commercial, industrial,
agricultural, and for fire protection needs. (Mendocino County General Plan, 2009)
Groundwater in the County is sourced from two unique geologic settings, which include inland valleys and
mountainous areas. Mountainous areas are underlain by consolidated rocks of the Franciscan Complex.
Interior valleys are underlain by thick deposits of valley fill. There are six primary groundwater basins in
Mendocino County which include: Round Valley, Little Lake Valley (Willits Valley), Ukiah Valley,
Laytonville Valley, Potter Valley, and Anderson Valley. (Id.)
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Some areas of the County rely primarily on surface water supplies. Van Arsdale Reservoir and Lake
Mendocino are the two most notable surface water resources in the County. Smaller reservoirs and ponds
are also prevalent, and some jurisdictions pull water directly from rivers and streams. (Id.)
4.5.2.2 Plans, Policies, and Regulatory Environment
California Sustainable Groundwater Management Act
On September 16, 2014, Governor Brown signed into law a package of bills (SB1168, AB1739 and SB1319)
collectively called the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA). SGMA requires governments
and water agencies of high and medium priority basins to halt overdraft and bring groundwater basins
into balanced levels of pumping and recharge. Under SGMA, these basins should reach sustainability
within 20 years of implementing their sustainability plans. For critically over-drafted basins, that date will
be 2040. For the remaining high and medium priority basins, 2042 is the deadline.
Statewide Emergency Water Conservation Regulations
In 2016, the State Water Resources Control Board (Water Board) adjusted emergency water conservation
regulations in recognition of the differing water supply conditions and ongoing drought across the state
to comply with an Executive Order from the California Governor declaring a drought emergency. Executive
Order B-37-16 Making Water Conservation a California Way of Life updates temporary emergency water
restrictions and transitions to permanent, long-term improvements in water use by:
▪ providing for wiser water use
▪ eliminating water waste
▪ strengthening local drought resilience
▪ improving agricultural water use efficiency and drought planning
In April of 2017, a new Executive Order lifted the drought emergency but retained many of the conservation
requirements. Most regulations are still in effect with the exception of water supply “stress test”
requirements and conservation standards for urban water suppliers. The temporary restrictions
established a baseline of the types of benefits that are possible from water conservation requirements. The
Executive Orders are found at:
https://www.waterboards.ca.gov/water_issues/programs/conservation_portal/executive_orders.html
California Water Plan
The California Water Plan presents strategic plan elements, including a vision, mission, goals, guiding
principles, and recommendations for current water conditions, challenges, and activities. The plan
includes future uncertainties and climate change impacts, scenarios for 2050, and a roadmap for
improving data and analytical tools needed for integrated water management and sustainability. The
California Water Plan was updated most recently in 2018. See: https://water.ca.gov/Programs/California-
Water-Plan.
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Mendocino County General Plan
The Mendocino County 2009 General Plan includes the following policies the Development Element to
mitigate the effects of drought:
Development Element
Policy DE-81: Encourage that landscaping of new residential subdivisions, mobile home parks, and
commercial and industrial uses is adequate to enhance the site and reflects the local climate and
drought tolerance in the choice of plant materials.
Policy DE-91: Encourage all new developments to include tree-lined streets and/or other vegetative
treatments (consistent with other considerations, such as drought tolerance, fire safety and solar
access) that enhance the visual or environmental aspects of the development. Promote the
introduction of similar elements into existing communities where feasible.
Emergency Water Conservation Rules and Regulations in Mendocino County Code, § 7.10
The Mendocino County Code includes provisions for any future drought emergency declaration within the
County. These provisions apply to all water users in order to achieve necessary water conservation goals
in the Mendocino County portion of the Russian River drainage. The provisions were initially intended to
meet the immediate action necessary to avoid depleting Lake Mendocino storage and to consequently
avoid the indirect costs to public health and safety, and economic losses to the County’s residents.
However, they also apply to future drought emergencies.
The regulations contain three provisions a conservation requirement that all water users within the
County reduce their water use by 20%, in addition to all local water suppliers being requested to implement
their local water shortage contingency plans, along with reporting and enforcement requirements.
4.5.2.3 Past Events
California experienced massive changes over the course of the twentieth century as evidenced by
dramatic population increases and land use conversion. (Cal. Dep't of Water Resources, 2015) The driest
single year in California’s measured hydrologic history is 1977. This drought period began in November
1975. It first drained the State’s reservoirs, which then lead to widespread water shortages in 1977.
Additionally, 1976 is on record as the fourth driest year for California. During this period 47 of the 58
California counties declared emergencies.
The most extreme drought conditions in Mendocino County’s more recent history were experienced in
1991. This was part of a drought period that for much of California lasted for six years, from 1987 to 1992. By
the end of 1991 23 counties had declared local drought emergencies, including Mendocino County.
(Mendocino 2014 MJHMP, 2014) Additionally, The California Department of Water Resources has state
hydrologic data back to the early 1900s. The hydrologic data show multi-year droughts from 1912 to 1913,
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1918 to 1920, 1922 to 1924, 1929-1934, 1976-1977, 1987-1992, 2007-2009, and 2012 to 2016. (Department of Water
Resources, 2020)
The most recent major drought in California spanned 2014-2017. With California facing water shortfalls in
the driest year in recorded state history, California State Governor Jerry Brown declared a drought state of
emergency on January 17, 2014. In the state of emergency declaration, Governor Brown directed state
officials to assist farmers and communities that are economically impacted by dry conditions and to
ensure the state can respond if Californians face drinking water shortages. The Governor also directed
state agencies to use less water and hire more firefighters and initiated a greatly expanded water
conservation public awareness campaign. Figure 4-17 shows drought-impacted Lake Mendocino in 2014.
On April 17, 2017, Brown issued Executive Order B-40-17, officially ending the drought state of emergency
in all California counties except Fresno, Kings, Tulare, and Tuolumne.
The National Drought Monitor
provides drought data and maps
nationally and on a localized,
watershed scale. The National
Drought Monitor is the product of
eleven agencies, from the NDMC,
NOAA and USDA, and is available
at http://droughtmonitor.unl.edu/.
The National Drought Monitor
categorizes the level of drought
from D0 through D4, with D4 being
the highest “exceptional drought.”
Table 4-15 depicts drought
classifications and impacts from
the level of drought occurrence in
California.
Figure 4-18 shows a time series of the level of drought in Mendocino County from 2000 to 2020
according to the National Drought Monitor as well as the watersheds in Mendocino County. The
National Drought Monitor also classifies drought on a watershed scale (according to hydrologic units
established by the US Geological Survey). The participating jurisdiction annexes for those jurisdictions
that prioritized drought hazards depict the past twenty years of droughts within applicable watersheds.
Figure 4-17: Drought-lowered Lake Mendocino in 2014.
Source: Photo by Rich Pedroncelli, Associated Press
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Table 4-15: Drought Classifications and Impacts for California
Category Description Possible Impacts
D0 Abnormally
Dry
▪ Soil is dry; irrigation deliver begins early
▪ Dryland crop germination is stunted
▪ Active fire season begins
▪ Winter resort visitation is low; snowpack is minimal
D1 Moderate
Drought
▪ Dryland pasture growth is stunted; producers give supplemental feed to cattle
▪ Landscaping and gardens need irrigation earlier; wildlife patters begin to change
▪ Stock ponds and creeks are lower than usual
D2 Severe
Drought
▪ Producers increase water efficiency methods and drought-resistant crops;
▪ Grazing land inadequate
▪ Fire season is longer, with high burn intensity, dry fuels, and large fire spatial
extent; more fire crews on staff
▪ Lake- and river-based tourism declines; boat ramps close
▪ Trees are stressed; plants increase reproductive mechanisms; wildlife diseases
increase
▪ Water temperatures increase; programs to divert water to protect fish begin
▪ River flows decrease; reservoir levels are low and banks are exposed
D3 Extreme
Drought
▪ Livestock need expensive supplemental feed, cattle and horses are sold; little
pasture remains
▪ Fruit trees bud early; producers begin irrigating in winter
▪ Federal water not adequate to meet irrigation contracts, extracting supplemental
groundwater is expensive
▪ Dairy operations close
▪ Fire season lasts year-round; fires occur in typically wet parts of the state; burn
bans are implemented
▪ Ski and rafting business is low, mountain communities suffer
▪ Orchard removal and will drilling company business increase; panning for gold
increases
▪ Low water levels impede fish migration and cause lower survival rates
▪ Wildlife encroach on developed areas; little native food and water is available for
bears, which hibernate less
▪ Water sanitation is a concern, reservoir levels drop significantly, surface water is
nearly dry, flows are very low; water theft occurs
▪ Well and aquifer levels decrease; homeowners drill new wells
D4 Exceptional
Drought
▪ Fields are left fallow; orchards are removed; vegetable yields are low; honey
harvest is small; agricultural unemployment is high, food aid is needed
▪ Fire season is very costly; number of fires and areas burned are extensive
▪ Many recreational activities are affected
▪ Fish rescue and relocation begins; pine beetle infestation occurs; forest mortality
is high; wetlands dry up; survival of native plants and animals is low; fewer
wildflowers bloom; wildlife death is widespread; algae blooms appear
▪ Poor air quality affects health; greenhouse gas emissions increase as hydropower
production decreases; West Nile outbreaks rise
▪ Water shortages are widespread; surface water is depleted; federal irrigation water
deliveries are curtailed; water prices are extremely high; wells are dry, more and
deeper wells are drilled; water quality is poor
Adapted from U.S. Drought Monitor Drought Classifications and Impacts.
https://droughtmonitor.unl.edu/Data/StateImpacts.aspx
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Figure 4-18: Mendocino County Drought Severity Timeline 2000-2021
4.5.2.4 Location
Drought is one of the few hazards with the potential to impact the entire population of Mendocino County
directly or indirectly through water restrictions, higher water and food prices, reduced air or water quality,
or restricted access to recreational areas. No portion of the County is immune from drought conditions.
Lack of winter snowfall in the mountains can eventually lead to agricultural impacts due to decreased
stream flows. Reduced base flows may introduce additional challenges for communities that depend on
direct drinking water supplies from rivers and tributaries. Droughts of just a few weeks during critical
periods of plant development can have disastrous effects on agriculture production. Reduced reservoir
storage from decreased runoff in the mountains can lead to water shortages. Droughts that occur in
populated areas may not have direct effects on the residents but may increase the threat of wildfire in the
wildland-urban interface areas.
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4.5.2.5 Frequency/Probability of Future Occurrences
Predicting the precise probability of future drought depends on comprehensive and reliable data. Cal-
Adapt, an authority on climate variance in California, projects an extended period of drought over a 20-
year period. (Cal-Adapt, 2020) Empirical studies conducted over the past century have shown that
meteorological drought is never the result of a single cause. It is the result of many causes, often
synergistic in nature; these include global weather patterns that produce persistent, upper-level high-
pressure systems along the West Coast with warm, dry air, resulting in less precipitation.
According to the results of the risk factor exercises for the participating jurisdictions, the probability of
drought occurring in Mendocino County is highly likely (100% annual probability). Figure 4-18 provides a
time series from the National Drought Monitor that shows Mendocino County has been in some form of
drought for much of the period from 2000 to 2020.
4.5.2.6 Severity and Extent
The severity and extent of a drought depends on the degree of moisture deficiency, the duration, and the
size and location of the affected area. The longer the duration of the drought and the larger the area
impacted, the more severe the potential impacts. Droughts are not usually associated with direct impacts
on people or property, but they can have significant impacts on agriculture, which can impact people
indirectly.
Unlike most disasters, droughts normally occur slowly but last a long time. On average, the nationwide
annual impacts of drought are greater than the impacts of any other natural hazard. They are estimated to
be between $6 billion and $8 billion annually in the United States and occur primarily in the agriculture,
transportation, recreation and tourism, forestry, and energy sectors. Social and environmental impacts are
also significant, although it is difficult to put a precise cost on these impacts.
Drought eventually affects groundwater sources but generally not as quickly as surface water supplies;
groundwater supplies generally take longer to recover. Reduced precipitation during a drought means that
groundwater supplies are not replenished at a normal rate. This can lead to a reduction in groundwater
levels and problems such as reduced pumping capacity or wells going dry. Shallow wells are more
susceptible than deep wells. Reduced replenishment of groundwater affects streams. Much of the flow in
streams comes from groundwater, especially during the summer when there is less precipitation and after
snowmelt ends. Reduced groundwater levels mean that even less water will enter streams when stream
flows are lowest.
A drought directly or indirectly impacts all people in affected areas. A drought can result in farmers not
being able to plant crops or the failure of planted crops. This results in loss of work for farm workers and
those in food processing and winemaking jobs. Other water-dependent industries are commonly forced to
shut down all or a portion of their facilities, resulting in further layoffs. A drought can harm recreational
companies that use water (e.g., swimming pools, water parks, and river rafting companies) as well as
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landscape and nursery businesses because people will not invest in new plants if water is not available to
sustain them.
Table 4-15 describes the impacts of the various severity levels of drought in California according to the
National Drought Monitor classifications.
4.5.2.7 Warning Time
Droughts are climatic patterns that occur over long periods of time. Only generalized warning can take
place due to the numerous variables that scientists have not pieced together well enough to make accurate
and precise predictions. Predicting drought depends on the ability to forecast precipitation and
temperature. Anomalies of precipitation and temperature may last from several months to several
decades. How long they last depends on interactions between the atmosphere and the oceans, soil
moisture and land surface processes, topography, internal dynamics, and the accumulated influence of
weather systems on a global scale. (National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research, 2016)
4.5.2.8 Secondary Hazards
The secondary hazard most associated with drought is wildfire. A prolonged lack of precipitation dries out
vegetation, which becomes increasingly susceptible to ignition as the duration of the drought extends. The
Rush Fire and the Rough Fires are examples of how drought conditions, combined with increased fuel
loads, can cause more frequent and intense wildfires. (Syphard, 2019)
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4.5.2.9 Climate Change Impacts
The long-term effects of climate change on regional water resources are less known, but globally, water
resources are already stressed from a growing population, poor water quality, groundwater overdrafts, and
aging urban water infrastructure. Climate change will likely exacerbate many of these stresses.
With a warmer climate, droughts are projected to increase in severity, frequency, and duration. The
associated costs from diminished water resources will also be significant. According to the UC Davis
Center for Watershed Sciences, water shortages in 2016 were projected to cost the agricultural industry a
total of $550 million in direct costs and 1,815 in lost jobs. More frequent extreme events such as droughts
could end up being more cause for concern than the long-term change in temperature and precipitation
averages. (University of California, Davis Center for Watershed Sciences, 2020) According to California’s
Fourth Climate Change Assessment, variances in precipitation trends towards shorter winters and
prolonged dry seasons in addition to increased frequency of drought, could limit water supplies from more
local sources. (Grantham, 2018)
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4.5.2.10 Drought Vulnerability Analysis
All people, property, and environments in the County planning area would be exposed to the impacts of
moderate to extreme drought conditions to some degree.
Drought produces a complex web of impacts that spans many sectors of the economy and reaches well
beyond the area experiencing physical drought. This complexity exists because water is integral to the
ability to produce goods and provide services. Drought vulnerability of an activity usually depends on its
water demand, how the demand is met, and what water supplies are available to meet the demand.
California’s 2018 Water Plan indicates that water demand in the state will continue to increase.
4.5.2.10.1 Population
The residents of the county rely on healthy watersheds to provide ade quate water for domestic and
agricultural purposes. Mendocino County has experienced population growth and is projected to continue
growing, with Ukiah being one of the fastest-growing cities in the County. No significant life or health
impacts are anticipated as a result of drought within the planning area.
4.5.2.10.2 Property
During drought years, property owners with shallow wells can be impacted by drought with increased
demand on groundwater resources. Surface water supplies are often lower, which can reduce available
supplies and increase cost. This sometimes encourages growers who historically use surface water to
switch to groundwater, which has a permanent impact on those reliant on groundwater.
No structures will be directly affected by drought conditions, though some structures may become
vulnerable to wildfires, which are more likely following years of drought. Droughts can also have
significant impacts on landscapes, which could cause a financial burden to property owners. However,
these impacts are not considered critical in planning for impacts from the drought hazard.
The agricultural sector is particularly susceptible to drought impacts. Agricultural drought impacts are
normally felt earliest by those relying on unmanaged water supplies: entities carrying out dryland grazing
and non-irrigated crop production, usually grain crops. Impacts on irrigated agriculture depend on the
source and nature of the irrigation water supply, whether it be local groundwater, local surface water, or
imported surface water, and any water rights or contractual provisions that may be associated with the
source. The extent to which producers may mitigate water shortage impacts depends on multiple factors
but is heavily influenced by economic considerations. Factors involved in making decisions about
mitigating irrigation water shortages include availability and costs of pumping groundwater, price of
alternative surface water sources, capital investments associated with maintaining permanent plantings,
and status of international crop markets. (California Drought Contingency Plan, 2010)
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4.5.2.10.3 Critical Facilities
Critical facilities, as defined for this plan, will continue to be operational during a drought. Critical facility
elements such as landscaping may not be maintained due to limited resources, but the risk to the planning
area’s critical facilities inventory will be largely aesthetic. For example, when water conservation
measures are in place, landscaped areas will not be watered and may die. These aesthetic impacts are not
considered significant.
4.5.2.11 Future Trends in Development
The County will face challenges in providing sufficient water supplies in the future due to climate change
effects, coupled with an increasing population (i.e., mostly in the incorporated areas) and increasing water
demand. While the County has already taken steps towards achieving long-term groundwater
sustainability, there is still a possibility that water supply availability may change in the future and will
need to be further addressed.
The Russian River Watershed Association of Mendocino County exists to inform and educate the public
and water community about water issues in Mendocino County. They are a resource for information on
water issues in Mendocino County and provide tips for water conservation.
Each participating jurisdiction has an established General Plan that includes policies directing land use
and dealing with issues of water supply and the protection of water resources. These plans provide the
capability at the local level to protect future development from the impacts of drought. All participating
jurisdictions reviewed their general plans as part of their hazard mitigation capability assessments.
Deficiencies identified by these reviews can be identified as mitigation actions to increase the capability
to deal with future trends in development.
4.5.2.12 Drought Hazard Problem Statements
As part of the mitigation action identification process, the Planning Committee for the County and for each
jurisdiction identified issues and weaknesses, also called problem statements, for their respective
facilities based on the risk assessment and vulnerability analysis, utilizing the RAMP mapping tool and
flood data. Drought hazard problem statements for the County are listed in Table 4-16; problem statements
for all other planning partners are accessed in Volume 2 of this plan.
Identifying these common issues and weaknesses assists the Planning Committee to understand the
realm of resources needed for mitigation. The goal is to have at least one mitigation action for every
problem statement. Projects or actions have been developed to mitigate each problem identified. See Table
5-6 for a full list of mitigation actions and corresponding problem statements that they address. Each
problem statement is coded with a problem number for cross-referencing between Table 4-16 and Table
5-6.
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Table 4-16: Drought Problem Statements
Problem
No.
Hazard Area of
Concern
Mitigation
Alternatives
Primary
Agency
Problem Description Related MA
ps-DR-MC-
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Drought Impact PRV -
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late fall months, especially during
drought years
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additional incentives for new
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4.5.3 Climate Change Hazard Profile
Climate change refers to any distinct change in measures of climate lasting for a
long period of time, more specifically major changes in temperature, rainfall, snow,
or wind patterns. Climate change may be limited to a specific region or may occur
across the whole Earth. Climate change may result from:
▪ Natural factors, such as changes in the sun’s energy or slow changes in the Earth’s orbit around
the sun;
▪ Natural processes within the climate system, such as changes in ocean circulation, or
▪ Human activities that change the atmosphere’s make-up, and the land surface, such as burning
fossil fuels, cutting down forests, planting trees, or building developments in cities and suburbs.
Changes in extreme weather and climate events, such as heatwaves and droughts, are the primary way
that most people experience climate change. Human-induced climate change has already increased the
number and strength of these extreme events. Over the last 50 years, much of the U.S. has seen increases
in prolonged periods of excessively high temperatures, heavy downpours, and in some regions, severe
floods, and droughts. (National Climate Assessment, 2014)
The effects of climate change are varied and include extremes in precipitation and temperature. Slower
average increases in temperature, precipitation, and sea-level rise can result in compounding impacts
such as ocean acidification, increasing insect outbreaks, and shifts in biological patterns, to name a few.
(Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, 2014) Table 4-17 is a list of localized climate
change impacts relevant to California’s northern coastline and the reference to where it is addressed in
this MJHMP.
Table 4-17: Climate change-related hazards and cross-references in MJHMP
Climate change hazard Reference in MJHMP
Agriculture and Forestry Pests and Diseases Section 4.5.10 (Sudden Oak Death in Wildfire Profile)
Dune and Bluff Erosion Section 4.5.9 (Soil Hazard Profile)
Drought Section 4.5.2 (Drought Hazard Profile)
Extreme Heat Section 4.5.3.5 (Climate Change Severity & Extent)
Fog Section 4.5.3 (Climate Change Hazard Profile)
Human Hazards Section 4.5.5 (Pandemic Hazard Profile)
Inland and Shoreline Flooding Section 4.5.6 (Flood Hazard Profile)
Landslides and Debris Flows Section 4.5.8 (Slope Hazard Profile)
Sea-level rise Section 4.5.3 (Sea-level rise)
Severe Weather Section 4.5.7 (Severe Weather Hazard Profile)
Wildfire Section 4.5.10 (Wildfire Hazard Profile)
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California is already experiencing the impacts of climate change, including prolonged drought, increased
coastal flooding and erosion, and tree mortality. The state has also seen increased average temperatures,
more extreme heat days, fewer cold nights, a lengthening of the growing season, shifts in the water cycle
with less winter precipitation falling as snow, a decreased summertime fog of 33%, and both snowmelt and
rainwater running off sooner in the year. (Cal OES, 2018) Long term trends in fog depict a decline of some
12 to 20% in California from 1900 through 2070. Climate experts suggest that warmer temperatures
resulting from climate change create conditions where air fails to reach cool enough temperatures
necessary for the production of fog. Warmer temperatures are simultaneously able to evaporate any fog
which is able to form. (Grantham, Teodore; University of California, Berkeley, 2018)
The intensity of extreme weather events is also increasing. Extreme weather events and resulting hazards,
such as heatwaves, wildfires, droughts, and floods are already being experienced. (United States Geological
Survey, n.d.) The vulnerability analysis herein touches on extreme weather impacts from climate change;
more detail on extreme weather is included in the County’s 2020 Climate Vulnerability Assessment.
Sea-level rise
This climate change hazard profile focuses in large part on sea-level rise, as it has delineated hazard
boundaries and quantifiable exposure and damage estimations. Sea-level rise is called out within each
subsection of this climate change hazard profile.
Sea-level rise, a direct result of climate change, affects communities in the Northern California Coastal
Area. Sea-level rise has the potential to inundate homes, businesses, and infrastructure located near the
shorelines, as well as cause erosion of coastal lands over time. The sea level rose during the 20th century,
and observations and projections suggest that it will rise at a higher rate during the 21st century. Rising
seas increase the risk of coastal flooding, storm surge inundation, coastal erosion and shoreline retreat,
and wetland loss. The cities and infrastructure that line many coasts are already vulnerable to damage
from storms, which is likely to increase as sea level continues to rise and inundate areas further inland.
This HMP highlights sea-level rise within the climate change section because this hazard has delineated
hazard boundaries and quantifiable exposure and damage estimations directly related to climate change.
4.5.3.1 Policies, Plans, and Regulatory Environment
Successful efforts to address the challenges of climate change begin at the local level and include the
implementation of environmentally sustainable practices designed to meet present and future energy
needs.
California Assembly Bill 2516: Database for Sea-level rise Planning
AB2516 was passed in 2014 and called the Natural Resources Agency, in collaboration with the Ocean
Protection Council, to conduct biannual surveys of sea-level rise planning information to catalog
California’s efforts to prepare for rising sea levels. The resources collected in service to this task include
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studies, vulnerability assessments, and local coastal programs. The future collection of AB2516 resources
will be stored in the Adaption Clearinghouse.
2016 California Green Building Standards
The County has adopted the 2019 California Green Building Standards, also known as CALGreen Code.
CALGreen Code establishes regulations for green building, nonresidential and residential buildings. Topics
covered in the regulations include planning and design, energy efficiency, water efficiency and
conservation, material conservation and resource efficiency and environmental quality. The code also
includes voluntary measures for residential, nonresidential and health facilities.
California Sustainable Communities and Climate Protection Act of 2008
The Sustainable Communities and Climate Protection Act of 2008 (Sustainable Communities Act, SB 375,
Chapter 728, Statutes of 2008) looks to reduce GHG emissions through coordinated transportation and land
use planning with the goal of more sustainable communities. Regional targets are established for GHG
emissions reductions from passenger vehicle use by the sustainable communities strategy (SCS)
established by each metropolitan planning organization (MPO). The SCS is an integral part of regional
transportation plans (RTP) and contains land use, housing, and transportation strategies to meet GHG
reductions targets.
2018 California Coastal Commission Sea Level Rise Policy Guidance
The 2018 California Coastal Commission Sea Level Rise Policy Guidance document provides an overview
of the best available science on sea level rise for California and recommended methodology for addressing
sea level rise in Coastal Commission planning and regulatory actions. It is intended to serve as a multi-
purpose resource for a variety of audiences and includes a high level of detail on many subjects.
2018 California’s Fourth Climate Change Assessment
California’s Fourth Climate Change Assessment promotes actionable science that serves the growing
needs of state and local-level decision-makers from a diverse number of sectors. The Fourth Assessment
provides information in a number of ways. Regional reports summarize climate impacts and adaptation
needs around the state, at a resolution useful for local decision-makers. Statewide impacts are
summarized in the Statewide Summary Report, as well as reports on Tribal and Indigenous Communities,
Climate Justice, and California’s Ocean and Coast. The Technical Reports are the foundation of the Fourth
Assessment and include climate projections and analyses of expected impacts in various sectors across
the state.
2020 California Adaptation Planning Guide (APG)
California has been taking action to address climate change for over 20 years, focusing on both greenhouse
gas emissions reduction and adaptation. The California Adaptation Planning Guide (APG) provides
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guidance and support for communities addressing the unavoidable consequences of climate change. The
2020 APG presents an updated, step-by-step process that communities can use to plan for climate change.
California Senate Bill 379: General Plan Safety Element and Climate Adaption
California SB 379 requires all cities and counties to include climate adaptation and resiliency strategies in
the Safety Elements of their General Plans upon the next revision beginning January 1, 2017. The bill
requires the climate adaptation update to include a set of goals, policies, and objectives for their
communities based on the vulnerability assessment, as well as implementation measures, including the
conservation and implementation of natural infrastructure that may be used in adaptation projects.
California Senate Bill 1000: General Plan Safety and Environmental Justice Elements
Senate Bill 1000 requires local governments to include an Environmental Justice element in General
Plans. SB 1000 has four basic requirements, whether those requirements are combined into a single
environmental justice element or distributed throughout other existing elements, including:
▪ identifying disadvantaged communities,
▪ incorporating policies to reduce the environmental health impacts that adversely affect residents
in disadvantaged communities,
▪ incorporating policies to include residents of disadvantaged communities in decision-making
processes, and
▪ incorporating policies that prioritize improvements and projects in disadvantaged communities.
Mendocino County 2020 Climate Vulnerability Assessment.
In tandem with this 2020 HMP Update, the County’s 2020 Climate Vulnerability Assessment was developed
to determine how climate change will likely affect the County’s population and assets. The Assessment
provides detailed analysis of how a range of climate impacts can harm people, physical structures, and
other community assets throughout Mendocino County and will enable these jurisdictions to identify and
take action to address dangerous conditions from climate change hazards before they develop or become
more intense and frequent. This HMP Vulnerability Assessment does not supersede, but rather
compliments, the County’s 2020 Climate Vulnerability Assessment.
Mendocino County General Plan
The 2009 Mendocino County General Plan Resource Management Element includes guidance for local
efforts at climate change mitigation and adaptation, focused both on policies that guide the County in
combating climate change through measures like greenhouse gas reductions as well as policies that
encourage adaptation to future climate changes. Examples include:
▪ Reduce vehicle travel by focusing new developing around existing community areas. (Policy RM-
44)
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▪ Require the incorporation of energy conservation and renewable energy sources for public,
residential, educational, institutional, commercial, and industrial facilities and uses. (Policy RM-53)
The County is currently developing a 2020 Safety Element and will incorporate this 2020 MJHMP Update
and the 2020 Climate Vulnerability Assessment.
4.5.3.2 Past Events
Climate change has never been directly responsible for any declared disasters. Past flooding, wildfire,
levee failure, and drought disasters may have been exacerbated by climate change, but it is difficult to
make direct connections to individual disasters. In addition, unlike earthquake and floods that occur over
a finite time period, climate change is an on-going hazard, and many communities are already
experiencing the effects. Other effects may not be seriously experienced for decades or may be avoided
altogether by mitigation actions taken today.
Sea-level Rise
Historic records from the San Francisco tidal gage, CA Station ID: 9414290, show that the sea level in the
San Francisco Bay has risen eight inches from 1897 to 2006. Similarly, water level measurements from the
tidal gage at Port Chicago, CA Station ID: 9415144, show an increase in mean sea level of 2.08 millimeters a
year, which is equivalent to a change of 8.6 inches in 100 years.
4.5.3.3 Location
The effects of climate change are not limited by geographical borders. Mendocino County, the State of
California, the United States, and the rest of the world are all at risk of climate change. As such, the entire
County is at risk to the effects of climate change.
Sea-level Rise
Sea-level rise varies greatly depending on a number of factors, and the pacific coast of Mendocino County
may not see as great an impact of sea-level rise as other regions nationally or globally. Globally, sea level
is rising primarily because global temperatures are rising, causing ocean water to expand and land ice to
melt. However, sea-level rise varies from place to place. Sea-level rise along the Pacific coast depends on
the global mean sea-level rise and also on regional factors such as ocean and atmospheric circulation
patterns in the northern Pacific Ocean, gravitational and deformational effects of land ice mass changes,
and tectonics along the coast. The impacts of sea-level rise in areas with elevated cliffs are also
ameliorated to some degree. In California, cliffs and bluffs made of sedimentary rocks typically erode at
rates of 15 to 30 centimeters per year. The comparative importance of these factors determines whether
local sea level is higher or lower than the global mean, and how fast it is changing, which has enormous
implications for coastal planning. (National Research Council, 2012)
Sea-level rise within the Western Pacific is different than the global average. In some places within the
Western Pacific, sea-level rise has been greater than 10 mm per year. In other places, such as in the Eastern
Pacific, sea-level rise has been much less. The differences in rate and region are primarily associated with
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multi-decadal fluctuations which are associated with the Pacific Decadal Oscillation (PDO), which has
appeared to switch phases in the last couple of years. A PDO phase switch could signal the start of higher
amounts of relative sea-level rise along the U.S. West Coast within the coming decades. This is a trend
similar to the higher relative sea-level rise rates which have occurred in this region during portions of the
last century. (NOAA, 2017)
Sea level rise will primarily affect the coastal regions and municipalities. Volume 1 herein described sea-
level rise, while annexes for Fort Bragg and Point Arena include problem statements and mitigation
actions related to sea-level rise. The unincorporated areas of the County do not have significant critical
facility or population vulnerabilities to sea-level rise except through secondary impacts like coastal
erosion, included in Section 4.5.8.
4.5.3.4 Frequency/ Probability of Future Occurrences
Climate change is one of the few natural hazards where the probability of occurrence is influenced by
human action. In addition, unlike earthquake and floods that occur over a finite time period, climate
change is an ongoing hazard.
Temperature related impacts are the most likely near-term climate change exposure facing the County
and should be addressed and prioritized in future adaptation planning efforts. While sea-level rise has a
high certainty rating and is already occurring, its onset is not expected to occur until closer to the end of
the century in terms of changes in areas already vulnerable to flooding or causing permanent inundation
in tidally-influenced areas of the County. (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, n.d.)
California’s Fourth Climate Change Assessment from 2018, delineated how climate change may impact
and exacerbate natural hazards in the future, including wildfires, extreme heat, floods, drought, and levee
failure:
▪ Climate change is expected to lead to increases in the frequency, intensity, and duration of
extreme heat events and heat waves in Mendocino County and the rest of California, which are
likely to increase the risk of mortality and morbidity due to heat-related illness and exacerbation
of existing chronic health conditions. Those most at risk and vulnerable to climate-related illness
are the elderly, individuals with chronic conditions such as heart and lung disease, diabetes, and
mental illnesses, infants, the socially or economically disadvantaged, and those who work
outdoors.
▪ Higher temperatures will melt the Sierra snowpack earlier and drive the snowline higher,
resulting in less snowpack to supply water to California users.
▪ Droughts are likely to become more frequent and persistent in the 21st century.
▪ Intense rainfall events, periodically ones with larger than historical runoff, will continue to affect
California with more frequent and/or more extensive flooding.
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▪ Storms and snowmelt may coincide and produce higher winter runoff from the landward side,
while accelerating sea-level rise will produce higher storm surges during coastal storms.
(California's Fourth Climate Change Assessment, 2018)
Warmer weather, reduced snowpack, and earlier snowmelt can be expected to increase wildfire through
fuel hazards and ignition risks. These changes can also increase plant moisture stress and insect
populations, both of which affect forest health and reduce forest resilience to wildfires. An increase in
wildfire intensity and extent will increase public safety risks, property damage, fire suppression and
emergency response costs to government, watershed and water quality impacts, vegetation conversions,
and habitat fragmentation.
Sea-level Rise
NOAA sea level rise scenario planning helps reveal the range of possible sea-level rise in Mendocino
County. There are six representative scenarios for global mean sea level rise, influenced by what is called
Representative Concentration Pathways (RCPs). These six scenarios range from a low of .3-meter global
mean sea level rise to the highest 2.5-meter global mean sea level rise. NOAA utilizes three RCPs, each
representing potential underlying socioeconomic conditions and technological considerations that
influence the six scenarios. These include a low-end range (RCP 2.6), which projects strong measures, a
moderate (RCP 4.5) range, which requires stabilizing mitigation measures through 2050, and a high-end
(RCP 8.5), which maintains a fossil fuel-intensive, business as usual emission scenario. (Id.) The six
scenarios and three RCPs are depicted in Table 4-18, which indicates the probability of exceeding global
mean sea level rise for each scenario by 2100.
Mapping in this HMP uses the moderate range RCP 4.5, as this mapping looks at projected sea level rise
outcomes in the later half of the century with an adaptive lens. See (OPR Planning and Investing for a
Resilient California, p. 19) Note that the County’s 2020 Climate Vulnerability Analysis utilizes RCP 8.5.
The exposure and damage estimations for sea-level rise for Mendocino County are discussed further in
the Vulnerability Assessment, Section 4.5.3.8.
Table 4-18: Probability of Exceeding Global Mean Sea-level rise (Median Value) Scenarios in 2100
GMSL rise Scenario RCP 2.6 RCP 4.5 RCP 8.5
Low (0.3 m) 94% 98% 100%
Intermediate-Low (0.5 m) 49% 73% 96%
Intermediate (1.0 m) 2% 3% 17%
Intermediate-High (1.5 m) 0.4% 0.5% 1.3%
High (2.0 m) 0.1% 0.1% 0.3%
Extreme (2.5 m) 0.05% 0.05% 0.1%
Source: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (based upon Kopp et al. 2014).
4.5.3.5 Severity and Extent
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Climate change severity and extent in Mendocino County is varied and can generally be categorized into
several key effects. These effects are identified in the North Coast Region5 Report from California’s Fourth
Climate Change Assessment (2018). General climate change impacts for this North Coast Region include:
▪ Predicted annual maximum temperatures are increasing by 5-9°F by the end of the 21st century.
See Figure 4-22 and Figure 4-23 to compare current annual maximum temperatures with predicted
for Mendocino County.
▪ Annual precipitation is likely to be delivered in more intense storms, with shorter wet seasons and
prolonged dry seasons. Less precipitation will fall as snow with increased temperatures.
▪ An “average” rainfall year will become less common with a higher occurrence of extreme wet and
dry years.
▪ Increased extreme weather events will increase the severity and extent of flooding.
▪ Streamflows in the summer dry season are predicted to decline, and peak flows in the wetter winter
months are likely to increase.
▪ Sea-level rise, while not significantly impacts the whole of the Mendocino County coastline, is
predicted to impact key areas such as Arena Cove in Point Arena.
▪ Wildfires will continue, with projections for a longer wildfire season, increased frequency, and
expansion of the area susceptible to fire. (Grantham, 2018)
▪ Frost occurrences may become longer and more frequent. In February 2018, for example, grape
growers prepared for extended frost threat, while coping with a lack of rainfall during what are
typically the wettest months of the year. As climate change continues, bud break or the appearance
of shoots that will eventually yield grapes will begin sooner, leaving the delicate new gro wth
exposed to the hazards of frost and rain for a longer stretch of the growing season. (Lutz, 2018)
These impacts are predicted to significantly impact communities through habitat loss, including cold-
water fish species such as salmon, increased flood and landslide risks to critical infrastructure, increased
public health risks from wildfire, floods, heatwaves, and disease vectors. (Id.)
Note: Mapping in this HMP uses the moderate range RCP 4.5, as HMP mapping depicts projected sea-level
rise and temperature increases in the later half of the century with an adaptive lens. See (OPR Planning
and Investing for a Resilient California, p. 19) Note that the County’s 2020 Climate Vulnerability Analysis
utilizes RCP 8.5.
Sea-level Rise
Generally, some level of sea-level rise is projected for the whole coastline of Mendocino County. The
severity and extent of sea-level rise depends greatly on the future pathways for emission levels and how
far into the future the analysis looks. Figure 4-19 shows predicted sea-level rise in Mendocino County
based on the moderate RCP 4.5 emission level. See Section 4.5.3.4 for an overview of frequency and
probability of occurrence, which plays directly into the severity and extent of sea-level rise.
5 The North Coast Region for California’s Fourth Climate Change Assessment includes Mendocino, Humboldt, Del Norte, Lake, Trinity and
Siskiyou Counties.
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Current Departures from Average for Temperature and Precipitation
Parts of Mendocino County are already experiencing departures from historic average temperatures and
historic average amounts of precipitation. See Figure 4-20 (temperature departure from average) and
Figure 4-21 (precipitation departure from average). Southeastern portions of the county, including the City
of Ukiah, are experiencing the most significant departures from normal currently.
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Figure 4-19 : Sea-level Rise Potential
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Figure 4-20: Temperature Departure From Average – 36 Month
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Figure 4-21: Precipitation Departure From Average – 60 Month
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Average Maximum Temperature Increases
Overall temperatures are projected to rise by 5-9°F by the end of this century. Table 4-19shows annual
averages of observed and projected Maximum Temperature values for the Mendocino County Climate
Region under the RCP 4.5 emissions scenario. These projections differ depending on the time of year and
the type of measurement (highs vs. lows), all of which have different potential effects to the County's
ecosystem health, agricultural production, water use and availability, and energy demand.
Figure 4-22 and Figure 4-23 compare current average maximum annual temperatures for Mendocino
County (Figure 4-22) and predicted annual maximum temperatures utilizing moderate emissions
scenarios from RCP 4.5 (Figure 4-23).
Figure 4-23 depicts average maximum temperature increases throughout Mendocino County starting in
2006 compared to 2099. There are four models which are depicted here. HadGEM2-ES has been termed the
“warm/dry model,” and is weighted in rank closest to 1 across all metrics and RCPs. CanESM2 is the average
model, which has a weighted rank closest to the average value across all metrics and RCPs. This is the
model utilized throughout this document for climate change projections. The “cool and wet model” is
CNRM-CMC5 and has a weighted rank closest to 10. MIROC5 gives a more comprehensive range of the 10
California global climate model results. (Scripps Institution of Oceanography , 2018). See Section 4.5.3.4 for
a description of RCP.
Table 4-19: Maximum Temperatures in the Mendocino County Climate Region (RCP 4.5)
Source: cal-adapt.org
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Figure 4-22: Current Average Max Temperature
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Figure 4-23: Projected Average Max Temperature RCP 4.5 2100
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4.5.3.6 Warning Time
As this section as described, many existing hazards could be intensified as a result of climate change,
decreasing warning times and exacerbating impacts. Warning times are discussed under the various other
hazards. Other climate change impacts are more long-term; scientists have a high confidence in
predicting the rise in global temperatures and have reached a consensus on the future impacts of climate
change and the time frame in which they will occur.
Sea-level rise will occur slowly over time and increase impacts of other hazards profiled in the HMP such
as coastal and bluff erosion and the potential impact of tsunamis.
4.5.3.7 Secondary Hazards
Secondary hazards of climate change include flood, severe weather, drought, wildfire, sea-level rise,
extreme heat, and heavy rain events. Climate change will increase the frequency at which extreme
weather events occur. Secondary hazards of climate change that will have the greatest impact on
Mendocino County include flood, drought, and severe weather. Many of these impacts are discussed in
other hazard profiles.
4.5.3.8 Vulnerability Assessment
This section outlines vulnerabilities of Mendocino County to impacts from climate change and focuses on
sea-level rise in particular, as many of the other impacts are secondary , outlined in other hazard profiles
within this document, and further explained and analyzed in the County’s 2020 Climate Vulnerability
Assessment. Sea-level rise also has delineated hazard boundaries and quantifiable exposure and damage
estimations. This HMP Vulnerability Assessment summarizes population, including vulnerable
populations in a more general context, property, and critical facilities within known hazard areas.
The County’s 2020 Climate Vulnerability Assessment was developed to determine how climate change
will likely affect the County’s population and assets. The Assessment provides detailed analysis of how a
range of climate impacts can harm people, physical structures, and other community assets throughout
Mendocino County and will enable these jurisdictions to identify and take action to address dangerous
conditions from climate change hazards before they develop or become more intense and frequent. This
HMP Vulnerability Assessment does not supersede, but rather compliments, the County’s 2020 Climate
Vulnerability Assessment.
4.5.3.8.1 Population
The total number of County-wide households containing individuals aged 65 and older is approximately
84%. Approximately 25% of the population is Hispanic or Latino origin. Consequently, the County’s
projected climate change exposures have the potential to leave sensitive populations in the County
especially vulnerable to increased risk. (American Community Survey, 2017)
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Higher frequency of extreme heat conditions can cause serious public health impacts, increasing the risk
of conditions directly related to heat such as heat stroke and dehydration. Older adults, particularly
seniors, are more likely to experience respiratory and/or cardiovascular health complications than
younger individuals. Approximately 36,043 residents of the County are elderly. These are populations are
more likely to live alone with limited mobility. These conditions create the potential to exacerbate health
risks associated with extreme heat. (Id.)
The majority of the County’s large agricultural job base is of Hispanic origin. Heat stress can seriously
affect those working outside, by reducing overall productivity and in extreme exposures could lead to
illness, disability, or death. The portion of the County’s Hispanic population that is low-income and that
speaks primarily Spanish are especially vulnerable and would be impacted by a flood event associated
with sea-level rise. Renters are also more vulnerable, as they are less likely to reinforce buildings and buy
insurance because the decision to make major home improvements typically lies with the property owner.
Additionally, disaster recovery services target homeowners; renters may not receive as much outreach.
As sea levels rise, the area and the number of people at risk because of flooding will also rise. Factors that
increase vulnerability to the adverse impacts of flood events associated with sea-level rise include access
to preparedness information, transportation, healthcare, and insurance. Key demographics associated
with these vulnerabilities include income, race, linguistic isolation (i.e., non-English speaking), and
residential tenure (CEC 2012:8). Language ability is an important factor in assessing vulnerability as
emergency response crews may be unable to communicate with non-English speakers. The estimated
population exposed to sea-level rise is summarized in Table 4-20.
The County has recently developed a Climate Vulnerability Assessment in conjunction with this HMP
which delineates between vulnerable populations and critically vulnerable populations. Vulnerable
populations include children, households in poverty, immigrants and refugees, outdoor workers, persons
experiencing homelessness, overcrowded households, tribal communities, isolated communities, people
with health issues or disabilities, people with limited English proficiency, people without access to
lifelines, senior citizens, senior citizens who live alone, and undocumented people. (Mendocino Climate
Vulnerability Assessment, 2020)
Critically vulnerable populations are defined as a subset of vulnerable populations that face high or severe
vulnerability because of one or more climate-related hazard. They include households living in poverty,
people experiencing homelessness, immigrants and undocumented peoples, and isolated communities or
tribal communities. These populations are vulnerable to inland flooding, severe weather, extreme heat,
wildfire and associated smoke. People in isolated communities and or tribal communities might not have
access to critical goods and services. Isolated communities in coastal areas such as Gualala, Manchester,
Casper, and Westport are exceedingly vulnerable to losing access to critical goods and services if Highway
1 is damaged or destroyed by dune and bluff erosion, landslides, inland flooding, shoreline flooding, or sea
level rise. This might impact the supply of goods, accessibility of services, emergency medical response,
and regional tourism necessary for sustaining local economies. (Id.)
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4.5.3.8.2 Property
The Mendocino coastline is vulnerable to sea-level rise to a limited extent. Approximately 1 percent of the
general population would be at risk of exposure and critical infrastructure such as transportation and
lifeline could be impacted by up to a percentage as well. See Figure 4-25 for an exposure summary.
Climate change could significantly impact the agricultural and wine industries, which are large drivers of
the County’s economy. Specifically, the agricultural industry, which was recorded at $166.7 million in 2017,
could be especially impacted as climate variability interferes with crop production. (Mendocino County
2018-2019 Economic Assessment, 2019) Increases in temperature and changes in precipitation and soil
moisture could impact the growth of wine grapes by causing late or irregular blooming and affecting
yields.
The increased likelihood of extreme floods could lead to the destruction of crops, erosion of topsoil, and
deposits of debris and sediment on croplands. Conversely, as average temperatures increase with climate
change, agricultural demand for water could intensify under extreme heat conditions, under which water
evaporates faster, and plants need more water to move through their circulatory systems to stay cool. More
specifically, attempts to maintain wine grape productivity and quality in the face of warming may be
associated with increased water use for irrigation, a change to different varietals of grapes, and to cool
grapes through misting or sprinkling. As noted earlier, increased average temperatures and changes in
timing and amounts of precipitation could affect local aquifer recharge for groundwater supplies in the
future, which could in turn affect water supplies for agricultural uses.
Table 4-20: Population Exposure to Sea-level rise (Unincorporated County)
Total Population
Unincorporated County 58,995
Sea Level Rise (Feet) Population Count % of Total
Low Rise (0.3m) 123 0.21%
Intermediate-Low Rise (0.5m) 136 0.23%
Intermediate Rise (1.0m) 148 0.25%
Intermediate-High Rise (1.5m) 190 0.32%
High Rise (2.0m) 323 0.55%
Extreme Rise (2.5m) 423 0.72%
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Figure 4-24: Population Exposure to Sea-level rise (Unincorporated County)
123
136
148
190
323
423
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50
100
150
200
250
300
350
400
450
Low Rise (0.3m)Intermediate-Low
Rise (0.5m)
Intermediate Rise
(1.0m)
Intermediate-High
Rise (1.5m)
High Rise (2.0m)Extreme Rise
(2.5m)
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Figure 4-25: Sea-level rise Vulnerability and Exposure Snapshot
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4.5.3.8.3 Critical Facilities
Some critical infrastructure (i.e., roads, hospitals, schools, emergency facilities, and properties) are at
increased risk of coastal flooding in the County. For example, the Fort Bragg Intake Pump Station could
become vulnerable to a 100-year flood event with 1.4 meters (m) of sea-level rise. Small sections of Highway
1 could also be completed obstructed (e.g. north of Point Arena from the delta of the Garcia River).
Critical facilities are summarized in the snapshot of sea-level rise in Figure 4-25. Table 4-21 and Table 4-22
summarize critical infrastructure exposed to sea-level rise in Mendocino.
Table 4-21: Critical Infrastructure Points in Sea-level rise Regions (Unincorporated County)
Critical Infrastructure - Sea-level rise
Infrastructure Type Low Rise Intermediate-
Low Rise
Intermediate
Rise
Intermediate-
High Rise High Rise Extreme Rise
Essential Facility - - - - - -
EOC - - - - - -
Fire Station - - - - - -
Law Enforcement - - - - - -
Medical Facility - - - - - -
High Potential Loss - - - - 2 2
Adult Residential Facility - - - - - -
Alternative Education Program - - - - - -
Animal Control - - - - - -
Child Care Center - - - - - -
Communication Tower - - - - - -
Community Center - - - - - -
Courthouse - - - - - -
Dam - - - - - -
Detention Center - - - - - -
Fairground - - - - - -
Family Child Care Home - - - - - -
Foster Family Agency - - - - - -
Historic Building - - - - 1 1
Historic Site - - - - - -
Library - - - - - -
Museum - - - - - -
Office - - - - - -
Park and Recreation - - - - - -
Power Plant - - - - - -
Real Property Asset* - - - - 1 1
Residential Child Care - - - - - -
Residential Elder Care Facility - - - - - -
School - - - - - -
Shop - - - - - -
Storage - - - - - -
Wastewater Treatment - - - - - -
Transportation and Lifeline - - 1 1 4 5
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Critical Infrastructure - Sea-level rise
Infrastructure Type Low Rise Intermediate-
Low Rise
Intermediate
Rise
Intermediate-
High Rise High Rise Extreme Rise
Airport - - - - - -
Bridge - - 1 1 4 5
Bus Facility - - - - - -
Corp Yard - - - - - -
NG Station - - - - - -
Substation - - - - - -
Transfer Station - - - - - -
Hazmat - - - - - -
Hazmat - - - - - -
Grand Total - - 1 1 6 7
*Real Property Assets are digitized insurance rolls for demonstrating value and ownership and may have overlapping points with other
categories such as fire stations and law enforcement.
-Sea-level rise Risk is cumulative
Table 4-22: Miles of Critical Infrastructure (Linear) in Sea-level rise Regions (Unincorporated County)
Lifelines (miles) - Sea-level rise
Infrastructure Type (Linear) Low Rise Intermediate-Low
Rise Intermediate Rise Intermediate-
High Rise
High
Rise
Extreme
Rise
Levee - - - - - -
NG Pipeline - - - - - -
Railroad 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.1 0.4
Street 0.3 0.4 0.6 1.6 4.4 10.2
4WD trail 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.3 0.8 2.0
4WD trail, major - - - - - -
Alley - - - - - -
Cul-de-sac - - - - - -
Driveway - - - - 0.0 0.3
Interstate - - - - - -
Local road 0.0 0.1 0.2 0.8 2.8 6.2
Local road, major - - - - 0.0 0.0
Primary highway 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.9 1.5
Ramp - - - - - -
Road, parking area - - - - - -
State/county highway - - - - - 0.1
Thoroughfare, major - - - - - -
Traffic circle - - - - - -
Walkway - - - - - -
Transmission Line 0.3 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.7 0.8
Grand Total 0.6 0.7 1.0 2.2 5.1 11.4
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4.5.3.9 Future Trends in Development
The County is committed to continuing efforts to address and reduce existing climate-related risks and
future impacts on a holistic and programmatic level. With several ordinances and programs that cover a
range of climate exposures and related impacts, the County is well equipped to handle current issues of
extreme heat events and water supply issues but could still likely face increasing challenges as projected
changes occur.
The County has practices and organizations in place that help address future issues of sustainability and
climate adaptation. The County has a County Climate Action Advisory Committee , which has proposed a
resolution for the County to endorse a county-wide declaration of a climate emergency. The County is
finding ways to change behaviors and practices now. The County has also adopted the Green Building
Standards Code, which exemplifies the actionable steps that the County is taking in order to set a
precedent for reduced energy use, building with more sustainable materials, and employing better water
conservation tactics. Likewise, the County has recently developed a Climate Vulnerability Assessment
Report in conjunction with this HMP. The intent of the Report is to protect the County from any current
and projected hazardous conditions associated with Climate Change. The focus of the Report is on the
health and safety of all County residents; this also includes maintaining a healthy economy for the County
which is both diverse and strong. The Report profiles each jurisdiction in the County, including its local
economy, and it tailors an adaptation planning method to include potential impacts to residents and the
economies that they depend on such as tourism. Further, the Report also provides an assessment of
building assets that support economic activities such as retail and tourism. (Mendocino Climate
Vulnerability Assessment, 2020)
The County also joined Sonoma Clean Energy (SCE), which allows users to purchase more renewable
energy options, as part of a progressive assembly bill called Community Choice Aggregation. Beginning in
June of 2017, all homes, and businesses (except the City of Ukiah, which has its own energy provider) began
receiving the power agency’s default service, which runs on approximately 50% renewable power. (Sonoma
Clean Power, 2020) (Clean Power Exchange, 2017) These efforts, however, need to be expanded and applied
on a much larger scale, along with mitigation actions identified in this Plan, to address future changes
attributed to climate change.
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4.5.3.10 Climate Change Hazard Problem Statements
As part of the mitigation action identification process, each participating jurisdiction’s Planning
Committee identified issues and/or weaknesses (aka problem statements) for their respective facilities
based on the risk assessment and vulnerability analysis, utilizing the RAMP mapping tool and historic
flood data. Climate change hazard problem statements are listed in Table 4-23.
Identifying these common issues and weaknesses assists the Planning Committee in understand the
realm of resources needed for mitigation. The goal is to have at least one mitigation action for every
problem statement. Projects or actions have been developed to mitigate each problem identified. See Table
5-6 for a full list of mitigation actions and corresponding problem statements that they address. Each
problem statement is coded with a problem number for cross-referencing between Table 4-23 and Table
5-6.
Table 4-23: Climate Change Problem Statements
Problem
No.
Hazard Area of
Concern
Mitigation
Alternatives
Primary
Agency
Problem Description Related MA
ps-CC-MC-
58
Climate
Change
Impact PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness
Mendocino
County
A warmer climate will have an impact
on agriculture industries requiring
research to better understand future
impacts
ma-CC-MC-
221
ps-CC-MC-
59
Climate
Change
Threat PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness
Mendocino
County
Climate change will exacerbate the
effects of other hazards including
wildfire, drought, flood, and extreme
weather
ma-AH-MC-
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ps-CC-MC-
60
Climate
Change
Threat PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness ,
NRP - Natural
Resource
Protection
Mendocino
County
Increased average temperatures along
with changes in precipitation could
affect groundwater supplies in the
County
ma-DR-MC-
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4.5.4 Earthquake Hazard Profile
Earthquake is the sudden shaking of the ground caused by the passage of seismic
waves through Earth’s rocks. Seismic waves are produced when some form of
energy stored in Earth’s crust is suddenly released, usually when masses of rock
straining against one another suddenly fracture and “slip.” Earthquakes associated
with this type of energy release are called tectonic earthquakes. The energy also can
be released by elastic strain, gravity, chemical reactions, or even the motion of massive bodies.
Earthquakes occur most often along geologic faults, narrow zones where rock masses move in relation to
one another. (United States Geological Survey, n.d.)
Earthquakes have different properties depending on the type of fault that causes them. See Figure 4-26.
The usual fault model has a “strike” (that is, the direction from north taken by a horizontal line in the fault
plane) and a “dip” (the angle from the horizontal shown by the steepest slope in the fault). The lower wall
of an inclined fault is called the footwall. Lying over the footwall is the hanging wall. When rock masses
slip past each other parallel to the strike, the movement is known as strike-slip faulting. Movement parallel
to the dip is called dip-slip faulting. In dip-slip faults, if the hanging-wall block moves downward relative
to the footwall block, it is called “normal” faulting; the opposite motion, with the hanging wall moving
upward relative to the footwall, produces reverse or thrust faulting. (Id.)
As a fault rupture progresses along or
up the fault, rock masses are flung in
opposite directions and thus spring
back to a position where there is less
strain. (Id.)
Soil Liquefaction
Soil liquefaction is a phenomenon in
which the strength and stiffness of a
soil is reduced by earthquake shaking
or other rapid loading. Soil liquefaction
and related phenomena have been
responsible for tremendous amounts
of damage in historical earthquakes
around the world. Soil liquefaction
occurs when seismic waves pass through saturated granular soil, distorting its granular structure, and
causing some of the pore spaces between granules to collapse. Pore-water pressure may also increase
sufficiently to cause the soil to behave like a fluid for a brief period and cause deformations. Saturated or
partially-saturated soil substantially loses strength and stiffness in response to an applied stress such as
shaking during an earthquake or other sudden change in stress condition. The phenomenon is most often
observed in saturated, loose, low-density or uncompacted, sandy soils. Loose sand tends to compress
when a load is applied. Dense sands, by contrast, tend to expand in volume or 'dilate'. If the soil is saturated
Figure 4-26: Earthquake Faulting
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by water, which often occurs when soil is below the water table or sea level, then water fills the pore spaces
between soil grains. (United States Geological Survey, n.d.)
Artificial induction
Earthquakes are sometimes caused by human activities, including the injection of fluids into deep wells,
pumping of groundwater, the excavation of mines, and the filling of large reservoirs. In fluid injection, the
slip is thought to be induced by premature release of elastic strain, as in the case of tectonic earthquakes,
after fault surfaces are lubricated by the liquid. (United States Geological Survey, n.d.)
Earthquake Classifications
Earthquakes are typically classified either 1) by the amount of energy released, measured as magnitude; or
2) by the impact on people and structures, measured as intensity. (United States Geological Survey, n.d.)
Magnitude
The most common method for measuring earthquakes is magnitude, which measures the strength of
earthquakes. While the majority of scientists generally use the Moment Magnitude (Mw) Scale to measure
earthquake magnitude, the Richter (M) Scale is the most universally-known measurement. The magnitude
of an earthquake is related to the total area of the fault that ruptured, as well as the amount of offset
(displacement) across the fault. As shown in Table 4-24, there are seven earthquake magnitude classes on
the Mw scale, ranging from great to micro. A magnitude class of great can cause tremendous damage to
infrastructure, compared to a micro class, which results in minor damage to infrastructure. (Id.)
Table 4-24: Moment Magnitude Scale
Earthquake Magnitude Classes (Mw)
Magnitude Class Magnitude Range (M =
Magnitude)
Description
Great M > 8 Tremendous damage
Major 7 <= M < 7.9 Widespread heavy damage
Strong 6 <= M < 6.9 Severe damage
Moderate 5 <= M < 5.9 Considerable damage
Light 4 <= M < 4.9 Moderate damage
Minor 3 <= M < 3.9 Rarely causes damage.
Micro M < 3 Minor damage
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Intensity
The effects of an earthquake in a particular location are measured by intensity. Earthquake intensity
decreases with increasing distance from the epicenter of the earthquake. The Modified Mercalli Intensity
value assigned to a specific site after an earthquake has a more meaningful measure of severity to the
nonscientist than the magnitude because intensity refers to the effects experienced at that place. (United
States Geological Survey)
The lower numbers of the intensity scale generally deal with the manner in which the earthquake is felt
by people. The higher numbers of the scale are based on observed structural damage. Structural engineers
usually contribute information for assigning intensity values of VIII or above. Table 4-25 is an abbreviated
description of the levels of Modified Mercalli Intensity. (Id.)
Table 4-25: Modified Mercalli Intensity Level Descriptions
Intensity Shaking Description/Damage
I Not felt Not felt except by a very few under especially favorable conditions.
II Weak Felt only by a few persons at rest, especially on upper floors of buildings.
III Weak
Felt quite noticeably by persons indoors, especially on upper floors of buildings.
Many people do not recognize it as an earthquake. Standing motor cars may rock
slightly. Vibrations are similar to the passing of a truck. Duration estimated.
IV Light
Felt indoors by many, outdoors by few during the day. At night, some awakened.
Dishes, windows, doors disturbed; walls make cracking sound. Similar to aheavy
truck striking a building. Standing motor cars rocked noticeably.
V Moderate Felt by nearly everyone, many awakened. Some dishes, windows broken.
Unstable objects overturned. Pendulum clocks may stop.
VI Strong Felt by all, many frightened. Some heavy furniture moved; a few instances of
fallen plaster. Damage slight.
VII Very
strong
Damage negligible in buildings of good design and construction; slight to
moderate in well-built ordinary structures; considerable damage in poorly built or
badly designed structures; some chimneys broken.
VIII Severe
Damage slight in specially designed structures; considerable damage in ordinary
substantial buildings with partial collapse. Damage great in poorly built
structures. Fall of chimneys, factory stacks, columns, monuments, walls. Heavy
furniture overturned.
IX Violent
Damage considerable in specially designed structures; well-designed frame
structures thrown out of plumb. Damage great in substantial buildings, with
partial collapse. Buildings shifted off foundations.
X Extreme
Some well-built wooden structures destroyed; most masonry and frame
structures destroyed with foundations. Rails bent.
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Ground Motion
Earthquake hazard assessment is also based on expected ground motion. This involves determining the
annual probability that certain ground motion accelerations will be exceeded, then summing the annual
probabilities over the time period of interest. The most commonly-mapped ground motion parameters are
the horizontal and vertical peak ground accelerations (PGA) for a given soil or rock type. Instruments called
accelerographs record levels of ground motion due to earthquakes at stations throughout a region. These
readings are recorded by state and federal agencies that monitor and predict seismic activity. (Pacific
Northwest Seismic Network)
Maps of PGA values form the basis of seismic zone maps that are included in building codes such as the
International Building Code. Building codes that include seismic provisions specify the horizontal force
due to lateral acceleration that a building should be able to withstand during an earthquake. PGA values
are directly related to these lateral forces that could damage “short period structures” such as single-family
dwellings. Longer-period response components determine the lateral forces that damage larger structures
with longer natural periods such as apartment buildings, factories, high-rises, bridges. Table 4-26 lists the
damage potential and perceived shaking by PGA factors, compared to the Mercalli scale. (USGS)
Table 4-26: Modified Mercalli Scale and Peak Ground Acceleration
Potential Structure Damage Estimated PGA
Modified Mercalli Scale Perceived Shaking Resistant Buildings Vulnerable Buildings (%g)
I Not Felt None None <0.17%
II-III Weak None None 0.17% - 1.4%
IV Light None None 1.4% - 3.9%
V Moderate Very Light Light 3.9% - 9.2%
VI Strong Light Moderate 9.2% - 18%
VII Very Strong Moderate Moderate/Heavy 18% - 34%
VIII Severe Moderate/Heavy Heavy 34% - 65%
IX Violent Heavy Very Heavy 65% - 124%
X - XII Extreme Very Heavy Very Heavy >124%
Note: PGA measured in percent of g, where g is the acceleration of gravity
Sources: USGS, 2008; USGS, 2010
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4.5.4.1 Plans, Policies, and Regulatory Environment
Alquist‐Priolo Earthquake Fault Zoning Act and Seismic Hazards Mapping Act (1972)
The 1971 San Fernando Earthquake resulted in the destruction of numerous structures built across its path.
This led to passage of the Alquist‐Priolo Earthquake Fault Zoning Act in 1972. This Act prohibits the
construction of buildings for human occupancy across active faults in the State of California. Similarly,
extensive damage caused by ground failures during the 1989 Loma Prieta Earthquake focused attention on
decreasing the impacts of landslides and liquefaction. This led to the creation of the Seismic Hazards
Mapping Act, which increases construction standards at locations where ground failures are probable
during earthquakes. Figure 4-27 displays these zones of required investigation in Mendocino County.
2019 California Building Standards Code
The 2019 California Building Code, adopted by Mendocino County in December 2019, includes materials
requirements, construction methods, and maintenance standards for earthquake protection and
resiliency.
Mendocino County General Plan
The 2009 Mendocino County General Plan includes the following goals and policies in the Development
Element to mitigate the effects of earthquakes:
Development Element
Goal DE-24 (Safety): To reduce, to the extent possible, the risk and exposure of life, property and the
environment to hazardous conditions and events such as earthquakes, landslides, wildfires, floods,
inundation, energy emergencies, and toxic releases.
Policy DE-233: Require that structures for human habitation and occupancy, including residential,
commercial and industrial uses, incorporate engineering and design measures which reduc e risk
to life in areas subject to excessive ground shaking and liquefaction during an earthquake.
Action Item DE-233.1: Continue to administer the Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zoning
Act which defines and mitigates impacts relating to surface fault-rupture hazards.
Action Item DE-233.2: Implement the Seismic Hazards Mapping Act when maps become
available for Mendocino County (Public Resources Code, Division 2, Chapter 7.8).
Action Item DE-233.3: Require geologic, seismic, and/or soil engineering reports in areas of
known or potential geologic hazards prior to final approval of discretionary permits.
Action Item DE-233.4: Revise County codes to state that geologic, seismic, and soils reports
must be prepared by the qualified professionals specified by law.
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Policy DE-234: Prohibit structures necessary for public safety or emergency services in areas
subject to ground shaking and subsequent failure unless the public benefit outweighs the use of
reasonably feasible alternate sites.
Minimum Provisions for Public Notice and Structural Seismic Resistance in Mendocino County Code, § 18.30
The Mendocino County Code establishes minimum standards for public notice and structural seismic
resistance as provided in the State Historical Building Code. Public notice standards require that building
owners or agents post a notice in a conspicuous area in or on the building. The notice is an earthquake
warning which must state that the building contains unreinforced masonry walls, and that they do not
comply with building code requirements for earthquake resistant design and may be unsafe in an
earthquake.
4.5.4.2 Past Events
A number of significant (more than 4.5 M) earthquakes have occurred in and near Mendocino County over
the last sixteen years. See Table 4-27 for earthquake events 4.5 magnitude or higher since 2004. Two
adjacent areas, in particular, located in the region between Healdsburg and Ukiah experienced
earthquakes of 5.0 and 5.1, respectively, during 2016. The August 2016 earthquake resulted in minimal
damage to homes in the area. This area is known for experiencing an earthquake every 15 years on average.
The December 2016 earthquake had an epicenter just 24 miles from Ukiah. (KTLA Local News, 2016)
Table 4-27: Earthquakes in or near Mendocino County 4.5 Magnitude or Greater Since 2004
Date Location Magnitude (M)
2/18/2004 Northern California 4.6
05/12/2006 Northern California 4.7
10/20/2006 Northern California 4.6
4/18/2007 Northern California 4.8
9/25/2012 Northern California 4.5
1/12/2014 6km Northwest of the Geysers, Ca 4.5
8/10/2016 20km Northeast of Upper Lake, Ca 5.1
12/14/2016 8km Northwest of the Geysers, Ca 5.0
Source: USGS
4.5.4.3 Location
The Alquist-Priolo Act established earthquake fault zones in California. These Alquist-Priolo Earthquake
Fault Zones encompass surface traces of active faults that have a potential for future surface fault rupture
and are mapped as estimated fault locations across California. These zones require future investigation to
determine the location of the fault.
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These zones have been established by the State Geologist and indicate an active fault within the zone. The
fault may pose a risk to existing or future structures from a surface fault rupture. The major faults include
the San Andreas (North Coast) fault system running north and south through the County, the Maacama6
fault zone which extends north to south through most of the County, and the Barlett Springs fault which
extends southward from the north of Arcata towards Lake Berryessa. Figure 4-27 shows the location of
fault zones as well as the underlying quaternary faults near the County. (Mendocino 2014 MJHMP, 2014)
4.5.4.4 Frequency/ Probability of Future Occurrences
This plan utilizes two mapping tools for understanding the frequency and probability of an earthquake
occurring at different faults in and around Mendocino County: 1) the Uniform California Earthquake
Rupture Forecast, Version 3 (UCERF3)(see Figure 4-28) and the Earthquake Shaking Potential based on the
USGS National Seismic Hazard Model (see Figure 4-29). Both mapping tools are described in more detail
below.
Importantly, these probabilistic maps were used to determine the earthquake scenario used for the
vulnerability analysis. This plan focuses on the North San Andreas North Coast and the Maacama
scenarios because they are the scenarios with the highest likelihood of severe shaking and of producing a
magnitude 6.7 earthquake within the next 30 years. See Figure 4-30 for an overview map of the scenario
and Section 4.5.4.4.3 for further explanation on why this scenario was chosen.
According to the California State Hazard Mitigation Plan, earthquakes large enough to cause moderate
damage to structures—those of 5.5 Magnitude (M.) or larger—occur three to four times a year statewide.
Strong earthquakes of 6 to 6.9 M. strike on an average of once every two to three years. Major
earthquakes of 7 to 7.9 M. occur in California about once every 10 years.
6 This MJHMP utilizes fault terminology from the US Geological Survey, and the spelling of the Maacama fault is different from the
spelling of Mayacama in other features throughout the region. See
https://earthquake.usgs.gov/cfusion/qfault/show_report_AB_archive.cfm?fault_id=30§ion_id=a.
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Figure 4-27: Zones of Required Investigation
Quaternary faults, as illustrated in red in Figure 4-27, are those active faults that have been recognized at the surface and which have
evidence of movement in the past 1.6 million years - the duration of the Quaternary Period.
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4.5.4.4.1 30-Year Earthquake Probability (UCERF3)
Probability of earthquake events is based on the approximate location of earthquake faults within and
outside the Mendocino County region. The Uniform California Earthquake Rupture Forecast, Version 3
(UCERF3)7 is a comprehensive model of earthquake occurrence for California. It represents the best
available science for authoritative estimates of the magnitude, location, and likelihood of potentially
damaging earthquakes in California. According to UCERF3 and as shown in Figure 4-28, the San Andreas
fault has a 10% to 100% probability of occurrence within 30 years, the highest probability affecting the
County. The most recent earthquake to happen in the Mendocino area was a 5.0 earthquake, which
happened in 2016, approximately 8 km northwest of Geysers, California. (Id.)
Figure 4-28: Fault Probability Map for Mendocino County
7 Quaternary faults are those active faults that have been recognized at the surface and which have evidence of movement in the past 1.6
million years - the duration of the Quaternary Period.
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4.5.4.4.2 Earthquake Shaking Potential
The Earthquake Shaking Potential Map, Figure 4-29, shows potential seismic shaking from anticipated
future earthquakes. It is probabilistic in the sense that the analysis takes into consideration the
uncertainties in the size and location of earthquakes and the resulting ground motions that can affect a
particular site. (CGS, 2020) It is also useful in understanding the probability of severe shaking in different
locations throughout the County, as discussed in Section 4.5.4.5.
The map is expressed in terms of the probability of exceeding a certain ground motion. The map shows a
2% probability of exceeding one second of ground motion in 50 years. Earthquake shaking potential in
California is calculated based on the USGS National Seismic Hazard Model and in partnership with
California Geological Survey (CGS). Earthquake shaking potential also considers historic earthquakes, slip
rates on major faults, deformation throughout the region, and the potential for amplification of seismic
waves by near-surface geologic materials. (CGS, 2020)
The map depicts a range of lower hazard to higher hazard probability, where higher hazard areas are those
regions near major, active faults that will on average experience stronger earthquake shaking more
frequently. This intense shaking can damage even strong, modern buildings. Lower hazard areas are those
regions that are distant from known, active faults that will experience lower levels of shaking less
frequently. In most earthquakes, only weaker, masonry buildings would be damaged. However, very
infrequent earthquakes could still cause strong shaking in those locations. (D. Branum, 2016)
The shaking potential is calculated as the level of ground motion that has a 2% chance of being exceeded
in 50 years, which is the same as the level of ground-shaking with about a 2500-year average repeat time.
Relatively long-period (1.0 second) earthquake shaking is shown. Long-period shaking affects tall,
relatively flexible buildings, but also correlates well with overall earthquake damage. Although the greatest
hazard is in areas of highest intensity as shown in Figure 4-29, no region is immune from potential
earthquake damage. (Id.)
The potential for earthquake ground shaking, as defined by the U.S. National Seismic Hazard Model, is used
by engineers to design buildings for larger ground motions than what we think will occur during a 50-year
interval, which will make buildings safer than if they were only designed for the ground motions that we
expect to occur in the next 50 years. (USGS, 2020)
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Figure 4-29: Earthquake Shaking Potential
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4.5.4.4.3 N. San Andreas and Maacama Garberville Earthquake Scenarios
The North San Andreas and the Maacama Garberville earthquake scenarios were chosen from a range of
regional, scenario-based shakemaps available from USGS for the vulnerability analysis. The shakemap
data consist of peak ground velocity, peak ground acceleration, peak spectral accelerations in an
earthquake scenario. The San Andreas fault has the near highest probability of an earthquake greater than
7.8 M. within Mendocino County, with a greater than 10% annual probability. The Maacama Garberville
fault also has a greater than 10% annual probability. See Figure 4-28 for these probabilities. Likewise, the
most significant shaking potential depicted in the ShakeMap in Figure 4-29 centers around the San
Andreas and Maacama Garberville fault systems, the epicenter of which is shown on the same. The 7.4 M
Maacama is shown in Figure 4-30 and the 7.8 M North San Andreas fault scenarios is shown in Figure 4-31.
Section 4.5.4.8.1 analyzes the County’s exposure to these scenarios and Section 4.5.4.8.2 details damage
estimation to residential properties and County facilities for these scenarios.
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Figure 4-30: M7.4 Maacama Garberville
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Figure 4-31: M7.8 N. San Andreas -N. Coast – Peninsula – SC MTN
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4.5.4.5 Severity and Extent
As we know from past events, even a “moderate” earthquake occurring in or near the Mendocino County
region could result in deaths, casualties, property and environmental damage, and disruption of normal
services and activities. The severity of the event could be aggravated by collateral emergencies such as
fires, hazardous material spills, utility disruptions, landslides, transportation emergencies, and the
possible failure of the Mendocino County dams.
Neither the occurrence of an earthquake nor the severity can be predicted. Instead, scientists can only
calculate the probability that a significant earthquake will occur in a specific area within a certain number
of years.
The probabilistic Earthquake Shake Potential Map, Figure 4-29, illustrates the areas of the County most
likely to experience an earthquake exceeding one second of ground motion in 50 years, which aids in
understanding locations in Mendocino County with the greatest probability of experiencing a severe
earthquake. The greatest probability of a severe earthquake focuses on the North San Andreas fault and
the Maacama Garberville fault. This is merely a probability, as the same map also illustrates that most of
the County is susceptible to moderate-to-severe earthquakes depending on the location, intensity, and
magnitude of the earthquake.
4.5.4.6 Warning Time
There is currently no reliable way to predict the day or month that an earthquake will occur at any given
location. Research is being done with warning systems that use the low energy waves that precede major
earthquakes. Seconds and minutes of advance warning can allow people and systems to take actions to
protect life and property from destructive shaking. Even a few seconds of warning can enable protective
actions specific to various sectors of the population, such as:
▪ Public: Citizens, including schoolchildren, drop, cover, and hold on; turn off stoves, safely stop
vehicles.
▪ Businesses: Personnel move to safe locations, automated systems ensure elevator doors open,
production lines are shut down, sensitive equipment is placed in a safe mode.
▪ Medical services: Surgeons, dentists, and others stop delicate procedures.
▪ Emergency responders: Open firehouse doors, personnel prepare and prioritize response decisions.
▪ Power infrastructure: Protect power stations and grid facilities from strong shaking.
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4.5.4.7 Secondary Hazards
Earthquakes can create tsunamis which have the potential to affect the coastline and coastal delta areas
of Mendocino County. Other hazards that can occur from earthquakes, such as dam failure or wildfires, are
profiled in other parts of this plan.
Tsunamis
Tsunamis are typically caused by earthquakes generated in subduction zones, areas where ocean plates
are forced down into the mantle by plate tectonic forces. This creates an enormous friction between the
plates and eventuates in an accumulated seismic energy which is released in the form of a tsunami when
the plates spring back into unrestrained positions. The Mendocino County region marks the start of the
Cascadia subduction zone.
The actual height of a tsunami wave in open water is generally only 1 to 3 feet and can often be
unnoticeable to people aboard ships. The energy of a tsunami passes through the entire water column
to the seabed, unlike surface waves, which typically reach only down to a depth of 30 feet or so. The
tsunami wave travels across the ocean at speeds up to 700 miles per hour. As the tsunami enters
shallower water near coastal shorelines, it slows to about 20 to 30 miles per hour. As it nears the coast,
the wave can increase to a height of 90 feet or more as it approaches the coastline and compresses.
(National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, 2018)
Tsunamis can result in severe property damages and loss of life. They can also disrupt emergency services
and transportation routes. (Geology.com, 2020)
Past Events
A number of significant tsunamis have impacted Mendocino County over the last 124 years. Table 4-28
depicts tsunami events with recorded wave height locations in Mendocino County.
Date Source Location Source Type
Recorded Wave Height
Location
Max.
Run-up
(Feet)
6/15/1896 Sanriku, Japan 8.3 M Earthquake Mendocino, CA 3.28
4/18/1906 N. California, USA 7.9 M Earthquake Navarro River, CA -
4/1/1946 Unimak Island, AK, USA 8.6 M Earthquake Caspar Beach, CA -
4/1/1946 Unimak Island, AK, USA 8.6 M Earthquake Navarro River, CA -
4/1/1946 Unimak Island, AK, USA 8.6 M Earthquake Noyo, CA 4.92
4/1/1946 Unimak Island, AK, USA 8.6 M Earthquake Arena Cove, CA 7.87
3/9/1957 Andreanof Islands, AK, USA 8.6 M Earthquake Noyo Harbor, CA -
5/22/1960 Southern Chile, Chile 9.5 M Earthquake Gualala River, CA 2.00
5/22/1960 Southern Chile, Chile 9.5 M Earthquake Noyo Harbor, CA 3.28
5/22/1960 Southern Chile, Chile 9.5 M Earthquake Shelter Cove, CA 2.00
3/28/1964 Prince William Sound, AK, USA 9.2 M Earthquake Albion River, CA 4.43
3/28/1964 Prince William Sound, AK, USA 9.2 M Earthquake Arena Cove, CA 5.91
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Date Source Location Source Type
Recorded Wave Height
Location
Max.
Run-up
(Feet)
3/28/1964 Prince William Sound, AK, USA 9.2 M Earthquake Caspar, CA -
3/28/1964 Prince William Sound, AK, USA 9.2 M Earthquake Russian Gulch Park, CA 5.58
3/28/1964 Prince William Sound, AK, USA 9.2 M Earthquake Van Damme State Park, CA 4.27
3/28/1964 Prince William Sound, AK, USA 9.2 M Earthquake Point Arena, CA 6.07
3/28/1964 Prince William Sound, AK, USA 9.2 M Earthquake Fort Bragg, CA 12.47
3/28/1964 Prince William Sound, AK, USA 9.2 M Earthquake Noyo, CA 6.56
4/25/1992
Cape Mendocino, N. California,
USA 7.2 M Earthquake Arena Cove, CA 0.39
10/4/1994 S. Kuril Islands, Russia 8.3 M Earthquake Arena Cove, CA 0.46
7/30/1995 Northern Chile, Chile 8 M Earthquake Arena Cove, CA 0.23
12/3/1995 S. Kuril Islands, Russia 7.9 M Earthquake Arena Cove, CA 0.13
2/17/1996 Irian Jaya, Indonesia 8.2 M Earthquake Arena Cove, CA 0.30
6/10/1996 Andreanof Islands, AK, USA 7.9 M Earthquake Arena Cove, CA 0.20
6/23/2001 S. Peru, Peru 8.4 M Earthquake Arena Cove, CA 0.26
9/25/2003 Hokkaido Island, Japan 8.3 M Earthquake Point Arena, CA 0.07
12/26/200
4
Off W. Coast OF Sumatra,
Indonesia 9.1 M Earthquake Arena Cove, CA 0.62
6/15/2005 N. California, USA 7.2 M Earthquake Arena Cove, CA 0.10
5/3/2006 Tonga, Tonga 8 M Earthquake Point Arena, CA 0.26
11/15/2006 S. Kuril Islands, Russia 8.3 M Earthquake Arena Cove, CA 2.00
1/13/2007 S. Kuril Islands, Russia 8.1 M Earthquake Arena Cove, CA 0.82
8/15/2007 S. Peru, Peru 8 M Earthquake Arena Cove, CA 0.13
1/3/2009 Near North Coast, Indonesia 7.6 M Earthquake Arena Cove, CA 0.16
1/15/2009 Kamchatka, Russia 7.4 M Earthquake Arena Cove, CA 0.13
9/29/2009 Samoa Islands, Samoa 8.1 M Earthquake Arena Cove, CA 1.44
10/7/2009 Vanuatu Islands, Vanuatu 7.6 M Earthquake Arena Cove, CA 0.13
2/27/2010 Central Chile, Chile 8.8 M Earthquake Arena Cove, CA 1.28
3/11/2011 Honshu Island, Japan 9.1 M Earthquake Arena Cove, CA 5.71
3/11/2011 Honshu Island, Japan 9.1 M Earthquake Point Arena, CA 5.71
3/11/2011 Honshu Island, Japan 9.1 M Earthquake Noyo River Harbor, CA 3.28
3/11/2011 Honshu Island, Japan 9.1 M Earthquake Albion, CA 2.62
3/11/2011 Honshu Island, Japan 9.1 M Earthquake
Dolphin Isle Marina, Noyo River,
CA 2.62
7/6/2011 Kermadec Islands, New Zealand 7.6 M Earthquake Arena Cove, CA 0.20
10/28/2012 British Columbia, Canada 7.7 M Earthquake Arena Cove, CA 1.15
9/16/2015 Central Chile, Chile 8.3 M Earthquake Arena Cove, CA 0.56
1/23/2018 Kodiak Island, AK, USA 7.9 M Earthquake Arena Cove, CA 0.49
Table 4-28: Historic Mendocino County Tsunami Events, 1896-2018
Source: NCEI/WDS Global Historical Tsunami Database
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Location
A 10-foot wave run-up would affect the entire coastal area of Mendocino County. Specifically, the low-
lying coastal areas and riverine valleys for the Navarro, Albion, Noyo, Garcia, and Ten Mile rivers would
be inundated by run-up. Wave run-up would not reach the town of Manchester but would inundate Noyo
Harbor. (California Department of Conservation, 2019)
Extent and Severity
A tsunami will affect beaches that are open to the ocean. However, they also impact bay mouths, tidal
flats, and the shores of large coastal rivers. Tsunami waves can also diffract around landmasses.
Because tsunamis are not symmetrical, the waves may be much stronger in one direction than
another, depending on the nature of the source and the surrounding geography. Tsunamis do
propagate outward from their source, which means that coasts in the shadow of affected land masses
are usually fairly safe. (Id.)
The extent of a tsunami is a factor of the following conditions:
▪ Distance of shoreline from the tsunami generating event
▪ Magnitude of the earthquake causing the event; duration and period of waves
▪ Run-up elevations
▪ Tidal level at time of occurrence
▪ Location along shore and direction of shore in respect to propagated waves
▪ Topography of the seabed
As depicted by Mendocino’s tsunami history, the majority of tsunami events only lead to a wave run-up of
one 1 foot or less; however, wave run-ups can also reach over 12 feet in height. Figure 4-32 displays
potential tsunami run-up areas for Mendocino County.
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Figure 4-32: Tsunami Run-up Area
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Warning Time
Over time, tsunami warning systems have become more sophisticated. Tsunami Warning Centers utilize
observation systems, which include seismic and water-level networks around the world in order to aid in
determining when and where to issue tsunami messages. Generally, if an earthquake is over 6.5 M and is
occurring 0 and 5 kilometers in depth below the seafloor, a tsunami warning will be issued. This kind of
warning can go out within 3 to 5 minutes of the undersea earthquake and gives an early indication of its
potential to cause a tsunami with significant impacts. (National Tsunami Warning Center, 2020) (ABC
Science, 2019)
4.5.4.8 Earthquake Vulnerability Analysis
Earthquakes are a considerable threat to life and property in Mendocino County. A moderate to severe
seismic incident on any fault zone in close proximity to the County is expected to cause:
▪ Extensive property damage, particularly to pre-1930’s unreinforced masonry structures,
▪ Possible fatalities and injuries,
▪ Damage to water and sewage systems,
▪ Disruption of communications systems,
▪ Broken gas mains and petroleum pipelines,
▪ Disruption to Electrical Utility Lines,
▪ Disruption of transportation arteries, and
▪ Competing requests for regional aid resources.
Community needs would quickly exceed the response capability of the County's emergency management
organization, requiring mutual assistance from volunteer and private agencies, the Governor's Office of
Emergency Services, and the Federal Emergency Support Functions.
In an earthquake, the primary consideration is saving lives. Time and effort must also be given to providing
for people's mental health by reuniting families, providing shelter to the displaced persons, and restoring
basic needs and services. A major effort will be needed to remove debris and clear roadways, demolish
unsafe structures, assist in reestablishing public services and utilities, and provide continuing care and
temporary housing for affected citizens.
After an earthquake, there will be a loss of income both in private and public sectors. Individuals can lose
wages due to businesses inability to function because of damaged goods or facilities. Due to business
losses, Mendocino County and the cities in the planning area will lose revenue. Economic recovery from
even a minor earthquake is critical.
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4.5.4.8.1 Earthquake Exposure
The exposure analysis for Mendocino County centers on an earthquake scenario produced from the North
San Andreas and Maacama Garberville faultlines. As discussed in Section 4.5.4.4, these scenarios present
the highest probability for a severe earthquake and severe shaking in Mendocino County.
An exposure analysis was conducted to develop earthquake vulnerability data throughout Mendocino
County using the methods outlined in Section 4.4. To develop earthquake exposure data for the County,
asset inventories for people, property, and critical facilities were superimposed with earthquake shaking
intensity data from the USGS. Figure 4-33 and Figure 4-34 depict the exposure summaries for both fault
lines. Both summaries demonstrate that a majority of the population would be exposed. The North San
Andreas predicts a 94% population exposure, and the Maacama Garberville scenario predicts a 100%
exposure for the County’s population.
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Figure 4-33: N. San Andreas Mojave N. Exposure and Snapshot Map
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Figure 4-34: Maacama Garberville Exposure and Snapshot Map
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Population
Table 4-29 and Table 4-30 summarize population exposure results for the Maacama Garberville Scenario.
Table 4-31 and Table 4-32 summarize population exposure results for the North San Andreas; North Coast
plus Peninsula and Santa Cruz Mountain scenario. The entire population of Mendocino County is
potentially exposed to direct and indirect impacts from earthquakes. The degree of exposure depends on
many factors, including the age and construction type of dwellings, the soil types on which their homes
are constructed, and proximity to fault location. Whether directly or indirectly impacted, the entire
population will have to deal with the consequences of earthquakes to some degree. Business interruption
could keep people from working, road closures could isolate populations, and loss of functions of utilities
could impact populations that suffered no direct damage from an event itself.
Table 4-30: Population Exposure to M7.4 Maacama Garberville Scenario (Unincorporated County)
Total Population
Unincorporated County 58,995
Shake Severity Zone Population Count % of Total
IX - Violent 6,289 10.66%
VIII - Severe 23,166 39.27%
VII - Very Strong 13,800 23.39%
Total 43,256 73.32%
6,289
23,166
13,800
-
5,000
10,000
15,000
20,000
25,000
IX - Violent VIII - Severe VII - Very Strong
Population Exposure
Population Count by Exposure
to USGS 50-YR Shake Intensities
(Unincorporated County)
Table 4-29: Population Exposure to M7.4 Maacama Garberville Scenario (Unincorporated County)
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Total Population
Unincorporated County 58,995
Shake Severity Zone Population Count % of Total
IX - Violent 693 1.18%
VIII - Severe 3,610 6.12%
VII - Very Strong 19,896 33.72%
Total 24,199 41.02%
693
3,610
19,896
-
5,000
10,000
15,000
20,000
25,000
IX - Violent VIII - Severe VII - Very Strong
Population Exposure
Population Count by Exposure
to USGS 50-YR Shake Intensities
(Unincorporated County)
Table 4-31: Population Exposure to M7.8 Scenario (Unincorporated County)
Table 4-32: Population Exposure to M7.8 Scenario (Unincorporated County)
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Property and Building Ages
The vulnerability of buildings and structures to an earthquake depends on determining two important
factors:
(1) the year in which seismic codes were initially adopted and enforced by the jurisdiction having
authority, and
(2) the year in which seismic codes were improved and enforced.
These are known as benchmark years, marking significant milestones in California Building Code
requirements that directly affect the structural integrity of development in California.
The County adheres to the 2019 California Building Code. Table 4-33 provides a listing of code
improvements. Benchmark years are indicated in bold. For reference, Table 4-34 provides the definitions
of building types.
Table 4-33: Seismic Benchmark Years
Code Edition Effective Date Building Type
(2019 CBC) January 1, 2020
(2016 CBC) January 1, 2017
(2013 CBC) January 1, 2014 N/A
(2012 IBC)
(2010 CBC) January 1, 2011 N/A
(2009 IBC)
(2007 CBC) January 1, 2008 N/A
(2006 IBC)
(2001 CBC) November 1, 2002 N/A
(1997 UBC)
(1998 CBC) July 1, 1999 W1a, S2, S2a, RM1, PC1, PC1a
(1997 UBC)
(1994 UBC) January 7, 1996 S1, S1a, C1, C2, C2a, RM2
(1991 UBC) November 29, 1992 URM
(1988 UBC) April 29, 1990 S2 & S2a
(1985 UBC) November 8, 1987 N/A
(1982 UBC) December 9, 1984 N/A
(1979 UBC) June 21, 1981 N/A
(1976 UBC) November 1, 1977 W1 and W2
(1973 UBC) April 13, 1975 N/A
(1970 UBC) August 29, 1971 N/A
(1967 UBC) July 12, 1968 N/A
(1964 UBC) July 1, 1965 N/A
(1961 UBC) August 17, 1962 N/A
(1958 UBC) October 1, 1958 N/A
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Code Edition Effective Date Building Type
(1955 UBC) January 1, 1956 N/A
(1955 UBC) January 1, 1956 N/A
(1946 UBC) June 18, 1948 N/A
(1943 UBC) July 13, 1944 N/A
(1940 UBC) April 4, 1941 N/A
(1937 UBC) September 10, 1937 N/A
(1930 UBC) March 20, 1933 N/A
Source: ASCE 41-13. County Building Dept.
Table 4-34: Definitions of FEMA Building Types
FEMA Building Type Definition
W1 Wood Light Frame
W1A Wood Light Frame (multi-unit residence)
W2 Wood Frame (commercial and industrial)
S1 Steel Moment Frames
S2 Steel-braced Frames
S3 Steel Light Frames
S4 Steel Frames with concrete shear walls
S5 Steel Frames with infill masonry walls
C1 Concrete Moment Frames
C3 Concrete Frames with infill masonry shear walls
C2 Concrete Shear Walls
PC1 Tilt-Up Concrete shear walls
PC2 Precast Concrete Frames with shear walls
RM1 Reinforced Masonry Walls with flexible diaphragms
RM2 Reinforced Masonry Walls with stiff diaphragms
URM Unreinforced Masonry Bearing Walls
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Soft-Story Buildings
A soft-story building is a multi-story building with one or more floors that are “soft” due to structural design.
If a building has a floor that is 70-percent less stiff than the floor above it, it is considered a soft-story
building. These floors can be especially dangerous in earthquakes because they cannot cope with the
lateral forces caused by the swaying of the building during a quake. As a result, the soft story may fail,
causing what is known as a soft-story collapse. Soft stories are typically associated with retail spaces and
parking garages, often on the lower stories of a building. A soft-story collapse can cause the rest of the
building to collapse as well, causing serious structural damage that may render the structure totally
unusable.
Soft-story collapse is one of the leading causes of earthquake damage to private residences. The level of
vulnerability due to this type of construction within the planning area is not currently known. This type of
data should be generated to support future earthquake risk assessments.
Property Value Exposure
An inventory of current market values and the content value was completed using County Assessor’s
parcel data. GIS was used to create centroids, or points, to represent the center of each parcel polygon,
assumed to be the location of the structure for analysis purposes. The centroids were then superimposed
with the USGS probabilistic shaking severity zones to determine the at-risk structures. Table 4-35 shows
the count of at-risk parcels and their associated building and content exposure values to the Maacama
Garberville earthquake scenario. Table 4-36 shows the count of at-risk parcels and their associated
building and content exposure values to the North San Andreas; North Coast plus Peninsula and Santa
Cruz Mountain earthquake scenario.
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Table 4-35: Parcel Exposure to M7.4 Maacama Garberville (Unincorporated County)
Total
Parcels
Total Market Value ($) Total Content Value ($) Total Value ($)
Unincorporated County 24,371 $ 4,544,212,021 $ 2,693,943,855 $7,238,155,876
Shake Severity Zone
Improved
Res.
Parcel
Count
% of Total Market Value Exposure
($)
Content Value Exposure
($) Total Exposure ($) % of Total
IX - Violent 1,280 5.3% $ 299,510,200 $ 238,821,339 $538,331,539 7.4%
VIII - Severe 10,156 41.7% $ 1,824,307,690 $ 1,089,521,704 $ 2,913,829,394 40.3%
VII - Very Strong 3,822 15.7% $ 535,094,583 $ 336,891,900 $ 871,986,483 12.0%
Total 15,258 62.6% $ 2,658,912,473 $ 1,665,234,943 $4,324,147,416 59.7%
Table 4-36: Parcel Exposure to M7.8 N. San Andreas (Unincorporated County)
Total
Parcels
Total Market Value ($) Total Content Value ($) Total Value ($)
Unincorporated County 24,371 $ 4,544,212,021 $ 2,693,943,855 $7,238,155,876
Shake Severity Zone
Improved
Res.
Parcel
Count
% of Total Market Value Exposure
($)
Content Value Exposure
($) Total Exposure ($) % of Total
IX - Violent 353 1.4% $ 62,223,252 $ 34,102,276 $ 96,325,528 1.3%
VIII - Severe 2,530 10.4% $ 571,731,829 $ 306,473,656 $ 878,205,485 12.1%
VII - Very Strong 8,149 33.4% $ 1,742,225,915 $ 1,066,985,670 $ 2,809,211,585 38.8%
Total 11,032 45.3% $ 2,376,180,996 $ 1,407,561,602 $ 3,783,742,598 52.3%
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Critical Facilities and Infrastructure
Earthquakes pose numerous risks to critical facilities and infrastructure. Seismic risks, or losses, that are
likely to result from exposure to seismic hazards include:
▪ Utility outages,
▪ Economic losses for repair and replacement of critical facilities, roads, buildings, etc.,
▪ Indirect economic losses such as income lost during downtime resulting from damage public
infrastructure, and
▪ Roads or railroads that are blocked or damaged can prevent access throughout the area and can
isolate residents and emergency service providers needing to reach vulnerable populations or to
make repairs.
Linear utilities and transportation routes are vulnerable to rupture and damage during and after a
significant earthquake event. The cascading impact of a single failure can have effects across multiple
systems and utility sectors. Degrading infrastructure systems and future large earthquakes with
epicenters close to critical regional infrastructure could result in system outages that last weeks for the
most reliable systems, and multiple months for others. Additionally, earthquakes may cause the loss of
function of cellular phone sites, or cell towers, which can limit emergency services such as tracking and
evacuation.
All critical facilities in Mendocino County are exposed to the earthquake hazard. Table 4-37 and Table 4-38
list the number of each type of facility in the Violent, Severe, and Very Severe MMI severity zones within
the County, described in Table 4-25.
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Table 4-37: Critical Facility Exposure to M7.4 Scenario (Unincorporated County)
Critical Infrastructure - M7.4 Maacama Garberville
Infrastructure Type IX - Violent VIII - Severe VII - Very Strong
Essential Facility 3 20 20
EOC - 1 -
Fire Station 3 14 14
Law Enforcement - 3 2
Medical Facility - 2 4
High Potential Loss 55 186 113
Adult Residential Facility 2 2 -
Alternative Education Program - - -
Animal Control - - -
Child Care Center 1 7 6
Communication Tower 2 42 18
Community Center - 2 3
Courthouse - - -
Dam - 22 3
Detention Center - - -
Fairground - - 1
Family Child Care Home - - 1
Foster Family Agency - - -
Historic Building - 1 3
Historic Site - 1 -
Library - - 1
Museum - - -
Office 5 - 2
Park and Recreation - 4 2
Power Plant 4 2 4
Real Property Asset* 25 71 41
Residential Child Care - - -
Residential Elder Care Facility - 2 -
School 8 29 27
Shop 2 1 -
Storage 6 - -
Wastewater Treatment - - 1
Transportation and Lifeline 33 135 104
Airport - - 2
Bridge 28 127 94
Bus Facility - - -
Corp Yard 1 1 2
NG Station 1 - -
Substation 3 5 3
Transfer Station - 2 3
Hazmat 13 - -
Hazmat 13 - -
Grand Total 104 341 237
*Real Property Assets are digitized insurance rolls for demonstrating value and ownership and may have overlapping
points with other categories such as fire stations and law enforcement.
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Table 4-38: Critical Facility Exposure to M7.8 Scenario (Unincorporated County)
Critical Infrastructure - M7.8 N. San Andreas - N. Coast - Peninsula - SC Mtn.
Infrastructure Type IX - Violent VIII - Severe VII - Very Strong
Essential Facility 3 9 33
EOC - - 1
Fire Station 2 8 26
Law Enforcement - 1 1
Medical Facility 1 - 5
High Potential Loss 9 34 203
Adult Residential Facility - - -
Alternative Education Program - - -
Animal Control - - -
Child Care Center - 1 8
Communication Tower 3 10 23
Community Center - - 2
Courthouse - - -
Dam - - 4
Detention Center - - -
Fairground - - 1
Family Child Care Home - 1 -
Foster Family Agency - - -
Historic Building 3 4 2
Historic Site - - -
Library - - -
Museum - - -
Office - - 1
Park and Recreation - 1 2
Power Plant - - 4
Real Property Asset* 1 9 114
Residential Child Care - - -
Residential Elder Care Facility - 4 1
School 2 4 29
Shop - - 1
Storage - - 10
Wastewater Treatment - - 1
Transportation and Lifeline 6 18 106
Airport - 2 1
Bridge 4 13 95
Bus Facility - 1 -
Corp Yard - - 1
NG Station - - 1
Substation 1 2 4
Transfer Station 1 - 4
Hazmat - - 1
Hazmat - - 1
Grand Total 18 61 343
*Real Property Assets are digitized insurance rolls for demonstrating value and ownership and may have overlapping
points with other categories such as fire stations and law enforcement.
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HazMat Fixed Facilities
Earthquakes can produce hazardous materials (HazMat) threats at extremely high levels. Depending on
the year of build and construction of each facility containing HazMat, the earthquake-initiated hazardous
material release (EIHR) potential will vary. HazMat contained within masonry or concrete structures built
before certain benchmark years may be particularly vulnerable.
Utilities
Linear utilities and transportation infrastructure would likely suffer considerable damage in the event of
an earthquake. Due to the amount of infrastructure and sensitivity of utility data, linear utilities are difficult
to analyze without further investigating individual system components. Table 4-39 and Table 4-40 provide
the best available linear utility data; it should be assumed that these systems are exposed to breakage and
failure.
Table 4-39: Lifeline Exposure Maacama Garberville Scenario (Unincorporated County)
Lifelines (miles) - M7.4 Maacama Garberville
Infrastructure Type (Linear) IX - Violent VIII - Severe VII - Very Strong
Levee 0.3 0.9 0.6
NG Pipeline 5.2 40.3 -
Railroad 8.8 71.9 49.8
Street 104.7 1,624.3 2,441.7
4WD trail 3.7 199.2 525.6
4WD trail, major - 7.0 11.2
Alley - - -
Cul-de-sac 0.0 0.4 0.2
Driveway 9.1 68.6 95.1
Interstate 6.2 48.6 1.1
Local road 62.8 1,004.6 1,499.7
Local road, major 0.7 27.3 42.9
Primary highway 4.4 102.7 66.9
Ramp 1.6 9.4 1.2
Road, parking area 0.3 0.7 -
State/county highway 15.8 154.2 197.3
Thoroughfare, major - 1.3 0.5
Traffic circle - 0.0 -
Walkway 0.0 0.1 -
Transmission Line 19.5 157.7 75.9
Grand Total 138.5 1,895.0 2,568.0
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Table 4-40: Lifeline Exposure M7.8 Scenario (Unincorporated County)
Lifelines (miles) - M7.8 N. San Andreas - N. Coast - Peninsula - SC Mtn.
Infrastructure Type (Linear) IX - Violent VIII - Severe VII - Very Strong
Levee - - 1.0
NG Pipeline - - 17.2
Railroad - - 26.1
Street 127.8 517.3 1,576.7
4WD trail 0.2 71.2 296.9
4WD trail, major - - 5.7
Alley - - -
Cul-de-sac - - 0.4
Driveway 11.1 17.6 39.7
Interstate - - 13.9
Local road 100.2 312.3 947.6
Local road, major 1.0 10.8 22.2
Primary highway 4.8 42.9 70.5
Ramp - - 4.5
Road, parking area - - 0.3
State/county highway 10.4 59.1 172.1
Thoroughfare, major - 3.3 2.8
Traffic circle - - -
Walkway - - 0.1
Transmission Line 9.4 38.7 63.1
Grand Total 137.2 556.0 1,684.0
Water Supply Utilities
Mendocino water supply is sourced primarily from groundwater resources. Van Arsdale Reservoir and
Lake Mendocino are the two most notable surface water resources in the County and smaller reservoirs
and ponds are prevalent as well. Groundwater is the primary source for municipal and individual domestic
water use, outside of the Ukiah Valley. It also contributes significantly to irrigation needs. Groundwater
wells throughout the County are used for domestic, commercial, industrial, agricultural, and for fire
protection needs. (Mendocino County General Plan, 2009)
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Natural Gas Utilities
Several common characteristics of earthquakes and their impacts on natural gas safety are:
• Earthquake ground shaking will generally lead to substantially more instances of building damage
than fire ignitions.
• Ground motions that are sufficient enough to damage buildings are the most likely to impact utility
and customer gas systems and create a potential for gas-related fire ignitions.
• The number of post-earthquake fire ignitions related to natural gas can be expected to be 20% to
50% of the total post-earthquake fire ignitions.
• The consequences of post-earthquake fire ignitions for residential gas customers are largely
financial. A fire ignition only becomes a life safety concern when inhabitants are unable to exit the
building following earthquakes. Experience in past earthquakes indicates that egress from
earthquake-damaged single-family homes is generally possible because of the limited structure
height, low numbers of occupants, and multiple direct escape paths through doors and windows.
• The potential life safety dangers from post-earthquake fires are considerably more serious in
seismically vulnerable apartment or condominium buildings since they provide a greater chance
for damaging the structure and trapping the occupants. (Occupational Safety and Health
Administration, n.d.)
Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E), the County’s natural gas and electricity utility, is responsible for
designing, constructing, maintaining, and operating the natural gas system safely and efficiently. This
includes all the facilities used in the delivery of gas to any customer up to and including the point of
delivery to the customers’ gas piping system.
Gas customers and Mendocino County residents are responsible for using gas safely on their property
and within their buildings and other facilities. Customers meet this responsibility by maintaining their
gas appliances in good working condition, assuring that only qualified individuals are engaged to modify
or maintain their gas service and facility piping, and knowing what to do before and after earthquakes to
maintain the safe operation of their natural gas service.
The following conditions, when combined, pose the greatest risk for post-earthquake fire damage:
1. Buildings are unoccupied and individuals are not present to mitigate damage to gas systems or
control small fires.
2. High building density or dense, fire-prone vegetation.
3. High wind and low humidity weather conditions.
4. Damage to water systems that severely limits firefighting capabilities.
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5. Reduced responsiveness of firefighting resulting from impaired communications, numerous
requests for assistance, direct damage to fire stations, restricted access because of traffic
congestion and damaged roadways, and delays in mutual aid from neighboring fire districts.
(United States Fire Administration, 2020)
Telecommunication
Telecommunication systems will be affected by a system failure, overloads, loss of electrical power, and
possible failure of some alternate power systems. Immediately following an event, numerous failures will
occur, compounded by system use overloads. This will likely disable up to 80% of the telephone system for
one day. County UHF/VHF and microwave radio systems are expected to operate at 40% effectiveness the
first 12 hours following an earthquake, increase to 50% for the second 12 hours, then begin to slowly decline
to approximately 40% within 36 hours. (City and County of San Francisco Hazard Mitigation Plan, 2014)
Microwave systems will likely be 30% or less effective following a major earthquake. Damage to natural
gas facilities serving the Mendocino County communities will consist primarily of isolated breaks in major
transmission lines. Breaks in mains and individual service connections within the distribution system
will be significant, particularly near the fault zones. These many leaks pose a fire threat in these
susceptible areas of intense ground shaking and/or poor ground near the shoreline. Breaks in the system
will affect large portions of the County, and restoration of natural gas service could be significantly
delayed. (Id.)
Damage to natural gas facilities serving Mendocino communities will consist primarily of isolated breaks
in major transmission lines. Breaks in mains and individual service connections within the distribution
system will be significant, particularly near the fault zones. These many leaks pose a fire threat in these
susceptible areas of intense ground shaking and/or poor ground near the shoreline. Breaks in the system
will affect large portions of the County, and restoration of natural gas service could be significantly
delayed. (Id.)
Public Schools
The Field Act was enacted on April 10, 1933, one month after the Long Beach Earthquake in which many
schools were destroyed or suffered major damage. Public school construction has been governed by the
Field Act since 1933 and enforced by the Division of the State Architect. In any community, public schools
constructed under the Field Act after 1978 are likely to be among the safest buildings in which to
experience a major earthquake. The Field Act requires:
▪ School building construction plans to be prepared by qualified California licensed structural
engineers and architects.
▪ Designs and plans to be checked by the Division of the State Architect (DSA) for compliance with
the Field Act before a contract for construction can be awarded.
▪ Qualified inspectors, independent of the contractors and hired by the school districts, to
continuously inspect construction and verify full compliance with plans.
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▪ The responsible architects and/or structural engineers to observe the construction periodically and
prepare changes to plans (if needed) subject to approval by DSA.
▪ Architects, engineers, inspectors and contractors to file reports, under penalty of perjury, to verify
compliance of the construction with the approved plans emphasizing the importance of testing
and inspections to achieve seismically safe construction. Any person who violates the provisions
or makes any false statement in any verification report or affidavit required pursuant to the Act is
guilty of a felony. (Seismic Safety Commission, 2009)
Private schools are not subject to the Field Act and fall solely under the jurisdiction of the local building
departments and their requirements. Private schools are covered under the Private Schools Building Act
of 1986, with the legislative intent that children attending private schools be afforded life safety protection
similar to that of children attending public schools. (Id.)
In the late 1960s regulations were put in place to have pre-Field Act (1933) buildings retrofitted, removed
from school use or demolished. (Cal. Edu. Code § 15516, Appendix X, 1968) The Field Act also prohibits the
use of unreinforced masonry buildings as school buildings. Seismic building standards, in general, were
greatly strengthened after significant damage to buildings was observed, especially in the 1971 San
Fernando earthquake. The Field Act regulations in place since 1978 are considered adequate for most
public school buildings in most cases. (Id.)
Transportation
Earthquake events can significantly impact bridges and overpasses, which often provide the only access
to some neighborhoods. Since soft soil regions generally follow floodplain boundaries, bridges that cross
watercourses are considered vulnerable.
United States 101 (US 101) travels from Los Angeles to the northwest portion of Washington State, crossing
the County of Mendocino. It is an important route which serves interregional and interstate traffic. US 101
could become impassable after an earthquake event, which could isolate portions of the County until road
crews were able to complete road restoration. Two other routes, State Route 1 and State Route 20, serve as
arteries within the County, albeit in a more limited capacity. State Route 1 extends from Southern
California to US 101 in Leggett, and it primarily serves local coastal communities. State Route 20 extends
from State Route 1 at Fort Bragg to US 101 in the City of Willits. It continues eastwards into Lake County. It
is an important route for connecting US 101 with Interstate 5, both of which are major interstate highway
routes. Table 4-39 shows transportation infrastructure exposed to shake severity zones in the event of the
N. San Andreas earthquake scenario. (Mendocino County General Plan, 2009)
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4.5.4.8.2 Earthquake Damage Estimation
Hazus Earthquake damage data were generated using a Level 2 Hazus 4.2 analysis. Hazus is a FEMA
software product that uses a GIS to analyze multiple factors influencing earthquake damage estimates
including peak ground velocity (PGV), peak ground acceleration (PGA) and soil of a given scenario and
geographic area. Once the location and size of a hypothetical earthquake is identified, Hazus software
estimates the intensity of the ground shaking, the number of buildings damaged, the number of casualties,
the damage to transportation systems and utilities, the number of people displaced from their homes, and
the estimated cost of repair and clean up.
The parcel data defined in Section 4.3 was imported into Hazus as User Defined Facilities (UDF) serving as
the basis for replacement and content cost as well as associated damage estimation and loss. The
scenarios used for the Mendocino County Hazus analysis was the M 7.4 Maacama Garberville and M 7.8 N.
San Andreas – N. Coast – Peninsula – SC Mtn.
Building damageoutputs from Hazus are categorized into slight, moderate, and extensive damage. Ranges
of damage are used to provide the user with an understanding of the building’s physical condition. Table
4-41 provides a physical description of each damage state.
County assessor data does not include detailed information for tax-exempt structures, such as federal and
local government buildings. These data were added through the development of GIS data by utilizing
insurance schedule tables for each municipality’s insured assets.
While there are several limitations to the FEMA Hazus earthquake models, it does allow for potential loss
estimation for each building construction category. Countywide loss estimation results are summarized
by building category type in Table 4-44 for the N San Andreas 7.7 magnitude earthquake scenario. It is
important to understand that the Hazus loss estimation values for earthquakes are categorized in
exceedance values. From reviewing Table 4-44, one can infer the probability of structures exceeding
extensive damage is relatively low. However, if damage were to occur, the economic loss is averaged and
summarized for each building type defined in the software.
Important to note: Loss estimation is the worst-case scenario. Loss estimation does not include damage
to transportation routes, infrastructure, and other public and private utilities located throughout the
County. An important concept in loss data is the “probability” of damage to exceed a certain degr ee. It is
unlikely that buildings in County would receive “extensive” damage from earthquake shaking.
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Table 4-41: Hazus Building Damage Descriptions
Damage
State
Damage Description
Slight Small plaster cracks at corners of door and window openings and wall/ceiling intersections;
small cracks in masonry chimneys and masonry veneers. Small cracks are assumed to be
visible with a maximum width of less than 1/8 inch (cracks wider than 1/8 inch are referred
to as “large” cracks).
Moderate Large plaster or gypsum-board cracks at corners of door and window openings; small
diagonal cracks across shear wall panels exhibited by small cracks in stucco and gypsum
wall panels; large cracks in brick chimneys; toppling of tall masonry chimneys.
Extensive Large diagonal cracks across shear wall panels or large cracks at plywood joints; permanent
lateral movement of floors and roof; toppling of most brick chimneys; cracks in foundations;
splitting of wood sill plates and/or slippage of structure over foundations.
Complete Structure may have large permanent lateral displacement or be in imminent danger of
collapse due to cripple wall failure or failure of the lateral load resisting system; some
structures may slip and fall off the foundation; large foundation cracks. Three percent of
the total area of buildings with Complete damage is expected to be collapsed, on average.
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Damage Estimation Improved Parcel and Government Property Loss
Hazus 4.2 was used to estimate the loss potential to residential properties and Government service
facilities exposed to both the M 7.4 Maacama Garberville and M 7.8 N. San Andreas – N. Coast – Peninsula
– SC Mtn. earthquake scenarios. Hazus reports the damage potential and loss potential from a given
earthquake scenario in four categories: slight damage, moderate damage, extensive damage, and
economic loss. Economic loss consists of estimations on the cost of repair and replacement to damaged
or destroyed buildings and contents, relocation expenses, capital-related income, wage losses, and rental
income losses. The results shown in Table 4-42 and Table 4-43 summarize improved parcels and
government property loss.
Table 4-42: Loss Estimations for M 7.4 Scenario
Building Type
Average of
Potential
Damage to
Exceed “Slight”
(%)
Average of
Potential
Damage to
Exceed
“Moderate” (%)
Average of
Potential
Damage to
Exceed
“Extensive” (%)
Average
Economic Loss
for Each Building
Category ($)
Sum of
Economic Loss
($)
Proportion of
Loss (%)
Agriculture 70% 53% 24% $ 72,736 $ 90,774,429 16%
Commercial 46% 32% 13% $ 92,145 $ 61,276,096 11%
Education 61% 47% 24% $ 162,067 $ 4,699,938 1%
Emergency 31% 11% 2% $ 0 $ 0 0%
Government 30% 12% 3% $ 35,446 $ 35,481,146 6%
Industrial 70% 56% 28% $ 242,182 $ 62,482,877 11%
Religion 34% 13% 2% $ 16,882 $ 962,290 0%
Residential 36% 13% 3% $ 13,837 $294,529,747 54%
Total $550,206,524
Note: Total Inventory Values
1 - Building Replacement Costs = $6,607,442,042
2 - Content Replacement Costs = $3,951,409,020
3 - Total Value = $10,558,851,062
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Table 4-43: Loss Estimations for M 7.8 Scenario
Building Type
Average of
Potential
Damage to
Exceed
“Slight” (%)
Average of
Potential
Damage to
Exceed
“Moderate”
(%)
Average of Potential
Damage to Exceed
“Extensive” (%)
Average Economic Loss
for Each Building
Category ($)
Sum of Economic
Loss ($)
Proportion of
Loss (%)
Agriculture 26% 13% 2% $ 16,740 $ 20,891,812 11%
Commercial 29% 16% 5% $ 2,477 $ 21,597,118 11%
Education 32% 17% 4% $ 49,065 $ 1,422,879 1%
Emergency 4% 1% 0% $ 0 $ 0 0%
Government 18% 6% 1% $ 12,070 $ 12,082,134 6%
Industrial 29% 15% 4% $ 42,090 $ 10,859,277 6%
Religion 12% 3% 0% $ 3,810 $ 221,012 0%
Residential 16% 4% 1% $ 5810 $ 123,665,602 65%
Total $190,739,836
Note: Total Inventory Values
1 - Building Replacement Costs = $6,607,442,042
2 - Content Replacement Costs = $3,951,409,020
3 - Total Value = $10,558,851,062
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Damage Estimation for County Owned Property
Hazus 4.2 was used to estimate the loss potential to county facilities exposed to both the Maacama M 7.4
Garberville and M 7.8 N. San Andreas – N. Coast – Peninsula – SC Mtn. earthquake scenarios. Hazus
reports the damage potential and loss potential from a given earthquake scenario in four categories: slight
damage, moderate damage, extensive damage, and economic loss. Economic loss consists of estimations
on the cost of repair and replacement to damaged or destroyed buildings and contents, relocation
expenses, capital-related income, wage losses, and rental income losses.
County insurance data was obtained and formatted for use in Hazus for a detailed damage estimation. This
dataset has additional information including number of floors, building value, content value, and
construction type that greatly enhances results from default Hazus database.
The results shown in Table 4-44 and Table 4-45 summarize essential facility and high potential loss
facilities with county insurance holding data.
Table 4-44: Loss Estimations for M 7.4 Maacama Garberville Scenario
Probability
Damage Exceeds
Site Value
Building/
Site Name #
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Loss
Loss
Pct.
Administration 3 $11,963,350 $7,257,925 $19,221,275 60% 14% 1% $1,235,502 6%
County
Administration Office 1 $11,567,360 $7,085,361 $18,652,721 57% 14% 1% $1,192,826 6%
Modular Office 1 $85,378 $22,094 $107,472 62% 14% 1% $9,201 9%
Storage Building 1 $310,612 $150,470 $461,082 62% 14% 1% $33,475 7%
Agricultural 2 $4,432,589 $2,647,120 $7,079,709 76% 45% 16% $803,605 11%
Enviromental Health
Building 1 $3,488,557 $2,306,252 $5,794,809 57% 14% 1% $359,740 6%
Office Building 1 $944,032 $340,868 $1,284,900 94% 77% 32% $443,865 35%
Airport 4 $852,073 $83,647 $935,720 17% 4% 0% $15,558 2%
Airport Hangar 2 $385,991 $16,358 $402,349 15% 3% 0% $10,706 3%
Airport/Radio
Equipment 1 $12,002 $41,800 $53,802 33% 10% 1% $802 1%
Terminal/Off./Frame
Han- 1 $454,080 $25,489 $479,569 6% 1% 0% $4,050 1%
Animal Control 1 $2,138,393 $15,856 $2,154,249 51% 11% 1% $184,073 9%
Animal Control 1 $2,138,393 $15,856 $2,154,249 51% 11% 1% $184,073 9%
Communications 3 $3 $53,583 $53,586 61% 43% 16% $1 0%
Radio Tower Repeater 1 $1 $17,861 $17,862 17% 7% 1% $0 0%
Repeater Site - Cahto
Mountain 1 $1 $17,861 $17,862 86% 66% 27% $0 0%
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Probability
Damage Exceeds
Site Value
Building/
Site Name #
B
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Structure Content Total Sl
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Economic
Loss
Loss
Pct.
Repeater Site -
Spanish Mountain
(Clevland) 1 $1 $17,861 $17,862 79% 57% 20% $0 0%
Community Building 8 $4,756,473 $346,600 $5,103,073 36% 20% 10% $807,549 16%
Community Building 1 $1,279,469 $74,263 $1,353,732 12% 1% 0% $18,706 1%
Justice Court/City
Hall 1 $703,567 $57,810 $761,377 5% 0% 0% $4,390 1%
Radio Tower Repeater 1 $1 $11,906 $11,907 14% 2% 0% $0 0%
Veteran's Memorial
Building 5 $2,773,436 $202,621 $2,976,057 52% 31% 16% $784,452 26%
County Building 28 $6,302,236 $1,973,177 $8,275,413 55% 32% 12% $2,418,333 29%
Administration
Building 1 $1,331,670 $309,423 $1,641,093 95% 77% 30% $612,342 37%
Dot Storage 1 $1 $3,746 $3,747 69% 28% 3% $0 0%
Equipment Building 2 $99,778 $74,534 $174,312 20% 7% 1% $4,623 3%
Equipment Building 2 1 $46,331 $1 $46,332 11% 2% 0% $813 2%
Equipment Storage 1 $53,399 $9,534 $62,933 7% 1% 0% $504 1%
Flammable Liquids
Building 1 $4,272 $10,137 $14,409 90% 81% 52% $2,445 17%
General Services
Building 1 $1,785,363 $525,860 $2,311,223 84% 56% 14% $552,713 24%
Main Building 1 $377,116 $148,499 $525,615 12% 2% 0% $7,082 1%
Modular Break Room 1 $165,510 $1 $165,511 66% 17% 1% $20,070 12%
Modular Office 1 $37,000 $13,367 $50,367 65% 16% 1% $4,396 9%
Oil Shed 1 $5,131 $4,906 $10,037 7% 1% 0% $48 0%
Parts Storage 1 $103,958 $8,309 $112,267 80% 44% 11% $26,882 24%
Shop Building 5 $640,493 $263,440 $903,933 51% 28% 8% $135,118 15%
Storage Building 2 $291,225 $22,793 $314,018 78% 46% 16% $132,932 42%
Storage Facility 1 $1 $5,458 $5,459 69% 28% 3% $0 0%
Storage Shed 3 $88,584 $124,018 $212,602 52% 26% 6% $28,966 14%
Storage Unit 1 $1 $1,785 $1,786 97% 88% 54% $1 0%
Tire Shed 1 $4,666 $399 $5,065 20% 5% 0% $163 3%
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Probability
Damage Exceeds
Site Value
Building/
Site Name #
B
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Structure Content Total Sl
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Loss
Loss
Pct.
Vehicle Service
Building 1 $1,054,828 $385,273 $1,440,101 99% 97% 82% $856,236 59%
Veterans Service
Office 1 $212,909 $61,694 $274,603 61% 25% 4% $32,999 12%
Courthouse 2 $15,892,732 $2,018,005 $17,910,737 90% 83% 55% $10,837,475 61%
Courthouse 1 $14,396,012 $1,540,043 $15,936,055 95% 91% 68% $10,095,491 63%
Courthouse Annex 1 $1,496,720 $477,962 $1,974,682 85% 74% 42% $741,984 38%
Detention Facility 10 $24,932,751 $2,181,951 $27,114,702 59% 29% 10% $3,810,260 14%
Administration
Building 1 $2,433,079 $338,258 $2,771,337 51% 11% 1% $207,809 7%
Adult Detention
Facility 1 $8,110,655 $347,942 $8,458,597 48% 20% 3% $973,441 12%
Adult
Detention(Maximum
Security) 1 $6,074,661 $925,893 $7,000,554 48% 20% 3% $729,081 10%
Classroom/Training
Building 1 $1,545,431 $97,508 $1,642,939 51% 11% 1% $131,995 8%
Juvenile Hall Admin 1 $537,980 $38,873 $576,853 65% 28% 5% $91,037 16%
Juvenile Hall
Classroom 1 $429,856 $49,112 $478,968 48% 20% 2% $49,906 10%
Juvenile Hall Dorm 1 $1,958,563 $125,134 $2,083,697 86% 76% 40% $965,963 46%
Juvenile Hall Kitchen, 1 $616,890 $55,533 $672,423 86% 76% 40% $304,250 45%
Juvenile Hall/Violent
Hall 1 $2,147,001 $53,717 $2,200,718 48% 20% 3% $257,683 12%
Kitchen/Laundry
Building 1 $1,078,635 $149,981 $1,228,616 56% 11% 1% $99,094 8%
Emergency Operations 5 $1,612,688 $2,126,084 $3,738,772 63% 41% 15% $576,664 15%
Dispatch Center 1 $1 $1,165,446 $1,165,447 48% 20% 3% $0 0%
I.D. & Evidence 1 $1 $148,499 $148,500 85% 74% 42% $0 0%
Sheriff 1 $1 $4,459 $4,460 14% 2% 0% $0 0%
Sheriff
Admin/Probation 1 $1,612,684 $647,091 $2,259,775 90% 63% 17% $576,664 26%
Sheriff Commet 1 $1 $160,589 $160,590 78% 47% 10% $0 0%
Fair Grounds 29 $6,664,751 $29 $6,664,780 31% 14% 4% $741,830 11%
Administration
Building 1 $287,175 $1 $287,176 19% 4% 0% $8,785 3%
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Agric.Bldg./Exhibit
Hall .Bldg 1 $1,522,765 $1 $1,522,766 56% 37% 11% $324,714 21%
Arts & Crafts Bldg. 1 $606,837 $1 $606,838 25% 4% 0% $23,479 4%
Auditorium 1 $603,767 $1 $603,768 25% 4% 0% $23,360 4%
Commercial
Bldg./Exhibit Hall 1 $724,276 $1 $724,277 22% 11% 2% $47,071 6%
Dinning Hall 1 $218,838 $1 $218,839 18% 3% 0% $6,495 3%
Dormitory 1 $96,274 $1 $96,275 19% 4% 0% $2,945 3%
Field Bleachers 1 1 $26,408 $1 $26,409 56% 37% 11% $5,631 21%
Field Bleachers 2 1 $11,825 $1 $11,826 56% 37% 11% $2,522 21%
Grandstand 1 $402,829 $1 $402,830 25% 4% 0% $15,585 4%
Hog Barn 1 $241,535 $1 $241,536 54% 35% 10% $48,834 20%
Jr. Barn 1 1 $98,120 $1 $98,121 18% 3% 0% $2,912 3%
Jr. Barn 2 1 $98,120 $1 $98,121 18% 3% 0% $2,912 3%
Judging Booth 1 $4,667 $1 $4,668 19% 4% 0% $143 3%
Lamb Palace 1 $241,032 $1 $241,033 54% 35% 10% $48,732 20%
Marvin Barn 1 $88,318 $1 $88,319 54% 35% 10% $17,856 20%
Open Barn 1 $496,968 $1 $496,969 54% 35% 10% $100,477 20%
Pumphouse 2 $24,863 $2 $24,865 20% 7% 1% $1,390 6%
Restroom 3 $500,585 $3 $500,588 20% 6% 1% $20,669 4%
Restrooms 1 $123,766 $1 $123,767 19% 4% 0% $3,786 3%
Shop Building 1 $76,778 $1 $76,779 18% 3% 0% $2,279 3%
Shop Storage Shed 1 $1,345 $1 $1,346 18% 3% 0% $40 3%
Show Barn 1 $144,048 $1 $144,049 54% 35% 10% $29,124 20%
Show Barn Bleachers 1 $7,918 $1 $7,919 56% 37% 11% $1,688 21%
Ticket Office 1 $5,825 $1 $5,826 15% 1% 0% $99 2%
Wood Bleachers 1 $9,869 $1 $9,870 19% 4% 0% $302 3%
Health Services 11 $11,047,323 $3,976,707 $15,024,030 25% 5% 0% $1,012,478 7%
County Health
Building 1 $661,359 $259,209 $920,568 12% 2% 0% $12,420 1%
Hhsa 1 $1 $300,722 $300,723 8% 0% 0% $0 0%
Mental Health 1 $1 $29,766 $29,767 10% 1% 0% $0 0%
Mental Health Annex 1 $534,584 $118,823 $653,407 62% 14% 1% $57,612 9%
Mental Health Office 1 $509,591 $1 $509,592 9% 0% 0% $4,887 1%
Modular Building 1 $1 $44,184 $44,185 9% 0% 0% $0 0%
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Office 1 $223,369 $1 $223,370 9% 0% 0% $2,142 1%
Public Health Center 1 $8,411,295 $3,143,292 $11,554,587 46% 18% 2% $917,925 8%
Public Health Storage 1 $106,394 $54,993 $161,387 54% 10% 0% $9,175 6%
Social Services 1 $567,393 $1 $567,394 9% 0% 0% $5,441 1%
Storage Building 1 $33,335 $25,715 $59,050 54% 10% 0% $2,875 5%
Library 5 $7,488,326 $10,613,038 $18,101,364 33% 21% 9% $1,701,767 9%
Covelo Library 1 $1,116,120 $1,062,466 $2,178,586 4% 0% 0% $4,576 0%
Fort Bragg Library 1 $1,211,737 $2,655,032 $3,866,769 8% 0% 0% $10,954 0%
Point Arena Library 1 $757,965 $805,729 $1,563,694 9% 4% 0% $15,804 1%
Ukiah Library 1 $2,895,989 $3,404,642 $6,300,631 85% 74% 42% $1,435,658 23%
Willits Library 1 $1,506,515 $2,685,169 $4,191,684 58% 27% 4% $234,775 6%
Miscellaneous 13 $1,077,145 $402,688 $1,479,833 60% 41% 19% $431,102 29%
Buildings & Grounds
Building 1 $476,209 $61,315 $537,524 94% 77% 32% $223,904 42%
Office 3 $10,878 $2,229 $13,107 9% 0% 0% $99 1%
Offices 1 $1 $37,125 $37,126 76% 39% 9% $0 0%
Old Justice Court 1 $126,835 $11,964 $138,799 16% 3% 0% $3,227 2%
Recycling Facility 1 $186,474 $9,521 $195,995 92% 76% 37% $89,474 46%
Shop Building 1 $95,649 $9,935 $105,584 97% 93% 71% $68,957 65%
Site Office 1 $4,691 $743 $5,434 24% 2% 0% $142 3%
Values Formerly
Reported - Replacement
Cost 2 $2 $2 $4 95% 82% 43% $1 26%
Vehicle Value
Scheduled At Location
100 1 $1 $221,200 $221,201 79% 41% 6% $0 0%
Willits Action Group 1 $176,405 $48,654 $225,059 79% 44% 11% $45,297 20%
Museum 5 $5,621,348 $1,468,329 $7,089,677 86% 59% 19% $2,573,284 36%
Artifact Storage 1 $1 $498,860 $498,861 88% 62% 18% $0 0%
Exhibit Building 1 $1 $29,047 $29,048 63% 17% 1% $0 0%
Museum 2 $5,621,345 $337,918 $5,959,263 95% 76% 29% $2,573,283 43%
Restoration Building 1 $1 $602,504 $602,505 88% 62% 18% $0 0%
Park 10 $609,229 $120,014 $729,243 31% 8% 1% $41,295 6%
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Community Building 1 $79,443 $22,278 $101,721 5% 0% 0% $454 0%
Picnic Shelter 2 $251,704 $14,585 $266,289 55% 11% 0% $22,246 8%
Restroom 6 $278,081 $8,904 $286,985 28% 10% 1% $18,595 6%
Shed 1 $1 $74,247 $74,248 25% 2% 0% $0 0%
Social Services 33 $21,074,994 $5,049,159 $26,124,153 65% 39% 17% $2,743,332 11%
Child Support Office 1 $997,071 $590,909 $1,587,980 85% 74% 42% $494,288 31%
Childrens Office 1 $1 $101,304 $101,305 58% 19% 2% $0 0%
Family Center 1 $1 $37,125 $37,126 61% 25% 4% $0 0%
Family Recources 1 $1 $8,191 $8,192 9% 1% 0% $0 0%
Fort Bragg Justice
Center 1 $2,606,077 $376,334 $2,982,411 8% 0% 0% $23,611 1%
Hopsital Office 1 $1 $9,223 $9,224 58% 19% 2% $0 0%
Human Resources 1 $510,036 $118,823 $628,859 73% 37% 8% $110,147 18%
Justice Center 1 $3,470,062 $191,464 $3,661,526 63% 17% 1% $416,754 11%
Maintenance Garage 1 $306,960 $77,530 $384,490 7% 1% 0% $3,137 1%
Office 1 $425,391 $236,211 $661,602 88% 59% 21% $151,737 23%
Public Health 1 $1,459,003 $361,143 $1,820,146 63% 17% 1% $175,226 10%
Social Services
Building 1 $2,643,876 $447,975 $3,091,851 50% 21% 3% $323,531 10%
Social Services Gain
Unit 1 $1 $301,167 $301,168 60% 15% 1% $0 0%
Social Services
Modular Office 1 $316,760 $120,357 $437,117 58% 12% 1% $30,691 7%
Social Services Office 1 $6,198,465 $1,486,033 $7,684,498 50% 21% 3% $758,506 10%
Social Services
Storage 7 $7 $19,064 $19,071 88% 71% 35% $3 0%
Storage 5 $5 $52,707 $52,712 69% 52% 26% $2 0%
Storage Shed 1 $1,913 $1 $1,914 9% 0% 0% $18 1%
Storage Unit 2 $2 $6,688 $6,690 92% 77% 38% $1 0%
Storage-Ergo 1 $1 $1,126 $1,127 61% 21% 2% $0 0%
Wellness & Eap 1 $102,111 $24,255 $126,366 62% 14% 1% $11,005 9%
Wisc Social Services 1 $2,037,249 $481,529 $2,518,778 63% 17% 1% $244,674 10%
Grand Total 172 $126,466,404 $40,333,912 $166,800,316 50% 28% 11% $29,934,106 18%
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Administration 3 $11,963,350 $7,257,925 $19,221,275 8% 0% 0% $101,033 1%
County
Administration Office 1 $11,567,360 $7,085,361 $18,652,721 7% 0% 0% $97,513 1%
Modular Office 1 $85,378 $22,094 $107,472 8% 0% 0% $759 1%
Storage Building 1 $310,612 $150,470 $461,082 8% 0% 0% $2,761 1%
Agricultural 2 $4,432,589 $2,647,120 $7,079,709 20% 4% 0% $83,152 1%
Enviromental
Health Building 1 $3,488,557 $2,306,252 $5,794,809 7% 0% 0% $29,409 1%
Office Building 1 $944,032 $340,868 $1,284,900 33% 8% 0% $53,744 4%
Airport 4 $852,073 $83,647 $935,720 27% 8% 1% $51,649 6%
Airport Hangar 2 $385,991 $16,358 $402,349 39% 12% 1% $33,684 8%
Airport/Radio
Equipment 1 $12,002 $41,800 $53,802 8% 1% 0% $148 0%
Terminal/Off./Frame
Han- 1 $454,080 $25,489 $479,569 21% 6% 0% $17,818 4%
Animal Control 1 $2,138,393 $15,856 $2,154,249 8% 0% 0% $19,374 1%
Animal Control 1 $2,138,393 $15,856 $2,154,249 8% 0% 0% $19,374 1%
Communications 3 $3 $53,583 $53,586 38% 23% 7% $0 0%
Radio Tower
Repeater 1 $1 $17,861 $17,862 78% 55% 19% $0 0%
Repeater Site -
Cahto Mountain 1 $1 $17,861 $17,862 13% 5% 0% $0 0%
Repeater Site -
Spanish Mountain
(Clevland) 1 $1 $17,861 $17,862 24% 10% 1% $0 0%
Community Building 8 $4,756,473 $346,600 $5,103,073 18% 5% 1% $181,757 4%
Community
Building 1 $1,279,469 $74,263 $1,353,732 2% 0% 0% $2,316 0%
Justice Court/City
Hall 1 $703,567 $57,810 $761,377 48% 13% 1% $64,116 8%
Radio Tower
Repeater 1 $1 $11,906 $11,907 2% 0% 0% $0 0%
Veteran'S Memorial
Building 5 $2,773,436 $202,621 $2,976,057 18% 6% 1% $115,326 4%
County Building 28 $6,302,236 $1,973,177 $8,275,413 25% 11% 4% $343,757 4%
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Administration
Building 1 $1,331,670 $309,423 $1,641,093 11% 1% 0% $18,950 1%
Dot Storage 1 $1 $3,746 $3,747 8% 1% 0% $0 0%
Equipment Building 2 $99,778 $74,534 $174,312 59% 47% 32% $40,083 23%
Equipment Building
2 1 $46,331 $1 $46,332 13% 2% 0% $963 2%
Equipment Storage 1 $53,399 $9,534 $62,933 59% 23% 4% $7,673 12%
Flammable Liquids
Building 1 $4,272 $10,137 $14,409 10% 4% 1% $106 1%
General Services
Building 1 $1,785,363 $525,860 $2,311,223 23% 6% 0% $76,521 3%
Main Building 1 $377,116 $148,499 $525,615 14% 2% 0% $8,462 2%
Modular Break
Room 1 $165,510 $1 $165,511 6% 0% 0% $1,006 1%
Modular Office 1 $37,000 $13,367 $50,367 6% 0% 0% $225 0%
Oil Shed 1 $5,131 $4,906 $10,037 59% 23% 4% $737 7%
Parts Storage 1 $103,958 $8,309 $112,267 9% 1% 0% $1,291 1%
Shop Building 5 $640,493 $263,440 $903,933 27% 15% 6% $49,955 6%
Storage Building 2 $291,225 $22,793 $314,018 20% 4% 0% $16,050 5%
Storage Facility 1 $1 $5,458 $5,459 8% 1% 0% $0 0%
Storage Shed 3 $88,584 $124,018 $212,602 28% 9% 1% $2,689 1%
Storage Unit 1 $1 $1,785 $1,786 24% 10% 1% $0 0%
Tire Shed 1 $4,666 $399 $5,065 21% 5% 0% $179 4%
Vehicle Service
Building 1 $1,054,828 $385,273 $1,440,101 35% 19% 4% $115,451 8%
Veterans Service
Office 1 $212,909 $61,694 $274,603 11% 2% 0% $3,417 1%
Courthouse 2 $15,892,732 $2,018,005 $17,910,737 40% 28% 9% $4,232,412 24%
Courthouse 1 $14,396,012 $1,540,043 $15,936,055 66% 50% 18% $4,177,003 26%
Courthouse Annex 1 $1,496,720 $477,962 $1,974,682 14% 6% 1% $55,409 3%
Detention Facility 10 $24,932,751 $2,181,951 $27,114,702 12% 4% 0% $452,526 2%
Administration
Building 1 $2,433,079 $338,258 $2,771,337 7% 0% 0% $20,511 1%
Adult Detention
Facility 1 $8,110,655 $347,942 $8,458,597 7% 1% 0% $85,649 1%
Adult
Detention(Maximum
Security) 1 $6,074,661 $925,893 $7,000,554 7% 1% 0% $64,148 1%
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Classroom/Training
Building 1 $1,545,431 $97,508 $1,642,939 7% 0% 0% $13,028 1%
Juvenile Hall Admin 1 $537,980 $38,873 $576,853 11% 2% 0% $9,189 2%
Juvenile Hall
Classroom 1 $429,856 $49,112 $478,968 6% 1% 0% $4,036 1%
Juvenile Hall Dorm 1 $1,958,563 $125,134 $2,083,697 32% 16% 2% $170,121 8%
Juvenile Hall
Kitchen, 1 $616,890 $55,533 $672,423 32% 16% 2% $53,583 8%
Juvenile
Hall/Violent Hall 1 $2,147,001 $53,717 $2,200,718 7% 1% 0% $22,672 1%
Kitchen/Laundry
Building 1 $1,078,635 $149,981 $1,228,616 8% 0% 0% $9,589 1%
Emergency Operations 5 $1,612,688 $2,126,084 $3,738,772 13% 3% 0% $41,091 1%
Dispatch Center 1 $1 $1,165,446 $1,165,447 7% 1% 0% $0 0%
I.D. & Evidence 1 $1 $148,499 $148,500 14% 6% 1% $0 0%
Sheriff 1 $1 $4,459 $4,460 2% 0% 0% $0 0%
Sheriff
Admin/Probation 1 $1,612,684 $647,091 $2,259,775 18% 2% 0% $41,091 2%
Sheriff Commet 1 $1 $160,589 $160,590 23% 6% 0% $0 0%
Fair Grounds 29 $6,664,751 $29 $6,664,780 41% 24% 9% $1,329,828 20%
Administration
Building 1 $287,175 $1 $287,176 19% 4% 0% $8,782 3%
Agric.Bldg./Exhibit
Hall .Bldg 1 $1,522,765 $1 $1,522,766 79% 63% 28% $586,143 38%
Arts & Crafts Bldg. 1 $606,837 $1 $606,838 42% 11% 1% $48,080 8%
Auditorium 1 $603,767 $1 $603,768 42% 11% 1% $47,836 8%
Commercial
Bldg./Exhibit Hall 1 $724,276 $1 $724,277 31% 17% 4% $71,327 10%
Dinning Hall 1 $218,838 $1 $218,839 19% 4% 0% $6,692 3%
Dormitory 1 $96,274 $1 $96,275 19% 4% 0% $2,944 3%
Field Bleachers 1 1 $26,408 $1 $26,409 79% 63% 28% $10,165 38%
Field Bleachers 2 1 $11,825 $1 $11,826 79% 63% 28% $4,552 38%
Grandstand 1 $402,829 $1 $402,830 42% 11% 1% $31,916 8%
Hog Barn 1 $241,535 $1 $241,536 79% 63% 28% $92,972 38%
Jr. Barn 1 1 $98,120 $1 $98,121 19% 4% 0% $3,001 3%
Jr. Barn 2 1 $98,120 $1 $98,121 19% 4% 0% $3,001 3%
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Judging Booth 1 $4,667 $1 $4,668 19% 4% 0% $143 3%
Lamb Palace 1 $241,032 $1 $241,033 79% 63% 28% $92,778 38%
Marvin Barn 1 $88,318 $1 $88,319 79% 63% 28% $33,995 38%
Open Barn 1 $496,968 $1 $496,969 79% 63% 28% $191,293 38%
Pumphouse 2 $24,863 $2 $24,865 25% 11% 2% $2,102 8%
Restroom 3 $500,585 $3 $500,588 23% 8% 1% $27,035 5%
Restrooms 1 $123,766 $1 $123,767 19% 4% 0% $3,785 3%
Shop Building 1 $76,778 $1 $76,779 19% 4% 0% $2,348 3%
Shop Storage Shed 1 $1,345 $1 $1,346 19% 4% 0% $41 3%
Show Barn 1 $144,048 $1 $144,049 79% 63% 28% $55,447 38%
Show Barn
Bleachers 1 $7,918 $1 $7,919 79% 63% 28% $3,048 38%
Ticket Office 1 $5,825 $1 $5,826 15% 1% 0% $103 2%
Wood Bleachers 1 $9,869 $1 $9,870 19% 4% 0% $302 3%
Health Services 11 $11,047,323 $3,976,707 $15,024,030 10% 1% 0% $112,862 1%
County Health
Building 1 $661,359 $259,209 $920,568 15% 3% 0% $15,813 2%
Hhsa 1 $1 $300,722 $300,723 10% 1% 0% $0 0%
Mental Health 1 $1 $29,766 $29,767 13% 1% 0% $0 0%
Mental Health
Annex 1 $534,584 $118,823 $653,407 8% 0% 0% $4,752 1%
Mental Health Office 1 $509,591 $1 $509,592 12% 1% 0% $6,874 1%
Modular Building 1 $1 $44,184 $44,185 12% 1% 0% $0 0%
Office 1 $223,369 $1 $223,370 12% 1% 0% $3,013 1%
Public Health Center 1 $8,411,295 $3,143,292 $11,554,587 6% 1% 0% $73,599 1%
Public Health
Storage 1 $106,394 $54,993 $161,387 7% 0% 0% $880 1%
Social Services 1 $567,393 $1 $567,394 12% 1% 0% $7,654 1%
Storage Building 1 $33,335 $25,715 $59,050 7% 0% 0% $276 0%
Library 5 $7,488,326 $10,613,038 $18,101,364 23% 16% 8% $494,678 3%
Covelo Library 1 $1,116,120 $1,062,466 $2,178,586 0% 0% 0% $257 0%
Fort Bragg Library 1 $1,211,737 $2,655,032 $3,866,769 10% 1% 0% $15,098 0%
Point Arena Library 1 $757,965 $805,729 $1,563,694 84% 72% 40% $360,981 23%
Ukiah Library 1 $2,895,989 $3,404,642 $6,300,631 14% 6% 1% $107,210 2%
Willits Library 1 $1,506,515 $2,685,169 $4,191,684 5% 1% 0% $11,133 0%
Miscellaneous 13 $1,077,145 $402,688 $1,479,833 18% 5% 0% $47,513 3%
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e
n
s
i
v
e
Economic
Loss
Loss
Pct.
Buildings & Grounds
Building 1 $476,209 $61,315 $537,524 33% 8% 0% $27,111 5%
Office 3 $10,878 $2,229 $13,107 20% 1% 0% $251 2%
Offices 1 $1 $37,125 $37,126 11% 2% 0% $0 0%
Old Justice Court 1 $126,835 $11,964 $138,799 4% 0% 0% $599 0%
Recycling Facility 1 $186,474 $9,521 $195,995 26% 11% 2% $12,386 6%
Shop Building 1 $95,649 $9,935 $105,584 19% 8% 1% $4,669 4%
Site Office 1 $4,691 $743 $5,434 4% 0% 0% $23 0%
Values Formerly
Reported -
Replacement Cost 2 $2 $2 $4 26% 11% 1% $0 3%
Vehicle Value
Scheduled At Location
100 1 $1 $221,200 $221,201 10% 2% 0% $0 0%
Willits Action Group 1 $176,405 $48,654 $225,059 10% 1% 0% $2,475 1%
Museum 5 $5,621,348 $1,468,329 $7,089,677 14% 3% 0% $97,755 1%
Artifact Storage 1 $1 $498,860 $498,861 20% 5% 0% $0 0%
Exhibit Building 1 $1 $29,047 $29,048 6% 0% 0% $0 0%
Museum 2 $5,621,345 $337,918 $5,959,263 13% 1% 0% $97,755 2%
Restoration Building 1 $1 $602,504 $602,505 20% 5% 0% $0 0%
Park 10 $609,229 $120,014 $729,243 18% 3% 0% $15,756 2%
Community
Building 1 $79,443 $22,278 $101,721 58% 12% 1% $7,737 8%
Picnic Shelter 2 $251,704 $14,585 $266,289 6% 0% 0% $1,772 1%
Restroom 6 $278,081 $8,904 $286,985 17% 3% 0% $6,248 2%
Shed 1 $1 $74,247 $74,248 11% 1% 0% $0 0%
Social Services 33 $21,074,994 $5,049,159 $26,124,153 14% 4% 0% $222,146 1%
Child Support Office 1 $997,071 $590,909 $1,587,980 14% 6% 1% $36,912 2%
Childrens Office 1 $1 $101,304 $101,305 9% 1% 0% $0 0%
Family Center 1 $1 $37,125 $37,126 11% 2% 0% $0 0%
Family Recources 1 $1 $8,191 $8,192 12% 1% 0% $0 0%
Fort Bragg Justice
Center 1 $2,606,077 $376,334 $2,982,411 10% 1% 0% $32,472 1%
Hopsital Office 1 $1 $9,223 $9,224 9% 1% 0% $0 0%
Human Resources 1 $510,036 $118,823 $628,859 11% 2% 0% $8,711 1%
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Probability Damage
Exceeds
Site Value
Building/
Site Name #
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Structure Content Total Sl
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Loss
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Justice Center 1 $3,470,062 $191,464 $3,661,526 6% 0% 0% $23,007 1%
Maintenance Garage 1 $306,960 $77,530 $384,490 9% 2% 0% $4,405 1%
Office 1 $425,391 $236,211 $661,602 16% 3% 0% $11,690 2%
Public Health 1 $1,459,003 $361,143 $1,820,146 6% 0% 0% $9,673 1%
Social Services
Building 1 $2,643,876 $447,975 $3,091,851 6% 1% 0% $23,980 1%
Social Services Gain
Unit 1 $1 $301,167 $301,168 7% 0% 0% $0 0%
Social Services
Modular Office 1 $316,760 $120,357 $437,117 7% 0% 0% $2,620 1%
Social Services
Office 1 $6,198,465 $1,486,033 $7,684,498 6% 1% 0% $54,237 1%
Social Services
Storage 7 $7 $19,064 $19,071 21% 9% 1% $0 0%
Storage 5 $5 $52,707 $52,712 17% 6% 1% $0 0%
Storage Shed 1 $1,913 $1 $1,914 12% 1% 0% $25 1%
Storage Unit 2 $2 $6,688 $6,690 24% 11% 1% $0 0%
Storage-Ergo 1 $1 $1,126 $1,127 9% 1% 0% $0 0%
Wellness & Eap 1 $102,111 $24,255 $126,366 8% 0% 0% $908 1%
Wisc Social Services 1 $2,037,249 $481,529 $2,518,778 6% 0% 0% $13,507 1%
Grand Total 172 $126,466,404 $40,333,912 $166,800,316 22% 9% 3% $7,827,291 5%
4.5.4.9 Future Trends in Development
Land use in the planning area will be directed by general plans adopted under California’s General
Planning Law. The safety elements of the general plans establish standards and plans for the protection
of the community from hazards. The information in this plan provides the participating partners a tool to
ensure that there is no increase in exposure in areas of high seismic risk. Development in the planning
area will be regulated through building standards and performance measures so that the degree of risk
will be reduced. The geologic hazard portions of the planning area are heavily regulated under California’s
General Planning Law. The California Building Code establishes provisions to address seismic risk.
4.5.4.10 Earthquake Hazard Problem Statements:
As part of the mitigation action identification process, the Planning Committee for the County and for each
jurisdiction identified issues and weaknesses, also called problem statements, for their respective
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facilities based on the risk assessment and vulnerability analysis, utilizing the RAMP mapping tool and
flood data. Earthquake problem statements for all planning partners are listed in Table 4-46; problem
statements for all other planning partners are accessed in Volume 2 of this plan.
Identifying these common issues and weaknesses assists the Planning Committee in understanding the
realm of resources needed for mitigation. The goal is to have at least one mitigation action f or every
problem statement. See Table 5-6 for a full list of mitigation actions and the corresponding problem
statements that they address. Each problem statement is coded with a problem number for cross-
referencing between Table 4-46 and Table 5-6.
Table 4-46 Earthquake Problem Statements
Problem
No.
Hazard Area of
Concern
Mitigation
Alternatives
Primary
Agency
Problem Description Related MA
ps-EQ-MC-
33
Earthquake Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection , SP
- Structural
Projects
Mendocino
County
Older construction and particularly
unreinforced masonry (URM) buildings
within the County will pose hazards
during earthquakes.
ma-EQ-MC-
200, ma-EQ-
MC-201, ma-
EQ-MC -202
ps-EQ-MC-
34
Earthquake Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection , SP
- Structural
Projects
Mendocino
County
Historic buildings can be more
susceptible to ground shaking since
many of these buildings have
weakened with age and were built
before the use of building codes.
ma-EQ-MC-
201, ma-EQ-
MC-202
ps-EQ-MC-
35
Earthquake Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection , SP
- Structural
Projects
Mendocino
County
County facilities do not have seismic
shut-off valves to prevent gas links in
a seismic event
ma-EQ-MC-
203
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Problem
No.
Hazard Area of
Concern
Mitigation
Alternatives
Primary
Agency
Problem Description Related MA
ps-EQ-MC-
36
Earthquake Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection , SP
- Structural
Projects
Mendocino
County
The following County bridges have
been identified as highest priority for
retrofit or replacement by the County:
Eureka Hill Road - Seismic Retrofit,
Seismic Retrofit of Bridge over Garcia
River; Sherwood Road, Replace Bridge
over Rowes Creek; Lambert Lane,
Replace Bridge over Robinson Creek;
Hill Road Bridge, Replace Bridge over
Mill Creek; North State Street, Replace
Bridge over Ackerman Creek; Philo
Greenwood Road, Rehabilitate Bridge
over Navarro River; Briceland Road,
Replace Bridge over Mattole River;
Powerhouse Road, Replace Bridge over
Williams Creek; Wilderness Lodge
Road, Replace Bridge over Dutch
Charlie Creek; Fort Bragg Sherwood
Road, Replace Bridge over Sherwood
Creek; Reynolds Highway, Replace
Bridge over Outlet Creek; Camp 1 Ten-
Mile Road, Rehabilitate Bridge and
Approaches over South Fork Ten Mile
River; Windy Hollow Road & Bridge,
Construct Bridge and Approaches over
the Garcia River; Mountain View Road,
Replace Bridge over Rancheria Creek;
Hearst Willits Road, Replace Bridge
over Eel River; Usal Road, Replace
Bridge over Usal Creek; Navarro Ridge
Road, Replace Bridge over Hay Creek;
Gualala Road, Replace Bridge over
Gualala River; Canyon Road, Replace
Bridge over Berry Creek; Hearst Willits,
Replace Bridge over Tomki Creek;
Guntley Ranch Road, Replace Bridge
over Cold Creek
ma-EQ-MC -
201, ma-EQ-
MC-127
ps-EQ-MC-
37
Earthquake Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness , SP
- Structural
Projects
Mendocino
County
The following critical infrastructure is
located in a violent shake zone for the
Maacama Garberville On Shore
Scenario:
2 communication towers, DOT vehicle
service building and DOT sign shop, 1
child care center, 2 adult residential
facilities, 3 substations, and 3 Fire
Department facilities, and one natural
gas station
ma-EQ-MC -
200, ma-EQ-
MC-201
ps-EQ-MC-
38
Earthquake Victim PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness
Mendocino
County
Approximately 6,145 people live in a
violent shake zone for the Maacama
Garberville on shore EQ scenario
ma-EQ-MC -
200, ma-AH-
MC-134
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Problem
No.
Hazard Area of
Concern
Mitigation
Alternatives
Primary
Agency
Problem Description Related MA
ps-EQ-MC-
39
Earthquake Victim PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness
Mendocino
County
Approximately 677 people live within
in a violent shake zone for the N. Coast
– Peninsula – SC Mtn off shore EQ
scenario
ma-EQ-MC-
200, ma-AH-
MC-134
ps-EQ-MC-
40
Earthquake Impact PRV -
Prevention ,
PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness , SP
- Structural
Projects
Mendocino
County
Buildings permitted as “class k”
structures under the building code are
at high risk from a seismic event
ma-AH-MC-
134, ma-AH-
MC-205
ps-EQ-MC-
41
Earthquake Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness , SP
- Structural
Projects
Mendocino
County
The following critical infrastructure
located in a violent shake zone for the
N. Coast – Peninsula – SC Mtn Eq
scenario:
4 County bridges, 3 historic buildings, 3
communication towers, 2 Fire Dept.
facilities, 2 schools, 1 transfer station, 1
law enforcement facility, and 1
substation
ma-EQ-MC-
200
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4.5.5 Pandemic Disease Hazard Profile
The U.S. Center for Disease Control defines a disease outbreak as the occurrence of
more cases of disease than normally expected within a specific place or group of
people over a given period of time. An epidemic is a localized outbreak that spreads
rapidly and affects many people or animals in a community. A pandemic is an
epidemic that occurs worldwide or over an exceptionally large area and affects a
large number of people or animals.
Pandemics are profiled here in accordance with their mitigation measures, which focus on physical
parameters for mitigation rather than operational parameters focused on response efforts.
Pandemics are hazards which have sustained durations. Although the daily impacts may be low,
cumulative impacts are likely to be overwhelming for both the health system and the community. During
a moderate pandemic, Mendocino County could see a sustained increase in intensive care unit
admissions, in emergency department admissions, in patients needing to be placed in respiratory
isolation, and in deaths. The capacity to provide medical care, including basic emergency medical system
(EMS) response, hospital emergency department services, and isolation rooms, will be reduced. At the
same time, a higher than usual absenteeism rate for all employees is expected.
The following are the most prevalent types of pandemic diseases in the planning area:
Coronavirus
Coronavirus is a large family of viruses that cause illness ranging from the common cold to more
severe diseases such as the Middle East Respiratory Syndrome and Severe Acute Respiratory
Syndrome. The Novel Coronavirus, or COVID-19, is a new strain of these viruses which has not been
previously identified in humans. The virus is spread easily between people. It is believed to spread
primarily through close contact from person-to-person.. It can be contracted through respiratory
droplets produced from the cough, sneeze, or vocalization of an infected person. Evidence suggests
that it spreads more efficiently than influenza, but not as easily as the measles. (World Health
Organization, 2020) COVID-19, short for "coronavirus disease 2019," the most recent (and still active
in 2020) pandemic declared by the World Health Organization, is discussed in more detail herein.
Influenzas
The flu can cause mild to severe illness, and at times can lead to death. Anyone can get sick with
the flu, but some people are at a higher risk of flu-related complications if they get sick. This
includes older and younger people and people with certain chronic medical conditions.
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West Nile Virus
West Nile virus is a mosquito-borne disease that is common in Africa, west Asia, the Middle East,
and more recently, North America. Human infection with West Nile virus may result in serious
illness. Experts believe West Nile virus is established as a seasonal epidemic in North America that
flares up in the summer and continues into the fall.
Hepatitis C
Hepatitis C is a liver disease caused by the Hepatitis C virus, which is found in the blood of persons
who have this disease. Hepatitis C virus is spread by contact with the blood of an infected person.
Lyme Disease
Lyme disease is an infectious disease caused by a bacterium known as a spirochete. People get
Lyme disease when a tick infected with the Lyme disease bacterium attaches and feeds on them.
Lyme disease was first recognized in the northeastern United States in the 1970s. Lyme disease
has been reported from many areas of the country, including California.
Typical Lyme disease symptoms include fever, headache, fatigue, and a characteristic skin rash
called erythema migrans. If left untreated, the infection can spread to joints, the heart, and the
nervous system. (CDC, 2020)
Measles
Measles, also called rubeola, is a childhood infection caused by a virus. Once quite common, now
measles can almost always be prevented with a vaccine. Measles can be serious and even fatal for
small children. While death rates have been falling worldwide as more children receive the measles
vaccine, the disease still kills more than 100,000 people a year, most under the age of 5.
As a result of high vaccination rates in general, measles hasn't been widespread in the United
States for more than a decade. The United States averaged about 60 cases of measles a year from
2000 to 2010, but the average number of cases jumped to 205 a year in recent years. Most of these
cases originate outside the country and occurred in people who were unvaccinated or who didn't
know whether or not they had been vaccinated.
Rabies
Rabies is a viral infection transmitted in the saliva of infected mammals. Common modes of rabies
virus transmissions are through bites and contact with the saliva of an infected host. Other various
routes of transmission include contamination of mucous membranes, aerosol transmission, and
corneal transplantations. Any penetration of the skin by teeth, regardless of location, represents a
potential risk of rabies transmission. The rabies virus infects the central nervous system, causing
encephalopathy and, ultimately, death.
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4.5.5.1 Policies, Plans, and Regulatory Environment
United States Department of Health and Human Services
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has statutory responsibility for preventing the
introduction, transmission, and spread of communicable diseases in the United States
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is housed within the Department of Health and
Human Services and is responsible for controlling the introduction and spread of infectious diseases. The
CDC’s roles include:
▪ instituting public education and awareness related to disease spread and prevention,
▪ studying and tracking transmission rates, treatment options, and vaccines,
▪ maintaining active surveillance of diseases through investigation and data collection, analysis,
and distribution,
▪ developing and implementing operational programs and guidance relating to environmental
health problems,
▪ conducting research aimed at developing and testing effective disease prevention, control, and
health,
▪ implementing a program to sustain a strong national workforce in disease prevention and control,
and conducts a national program for improving the performance of clinical laboratories. (CDC,
2020)
The Division of Global Migration and Quarantine works to control disease transmission internationally
through the operation of Quarantine Stations at ports of entry, establishment of standards for medical
examination of persons destined for the United States, and administration of interstate and foreign
quarantine regulations, which govern the international and interstate movement of persons, animals, and
cargo.
California Department of Public Health
The California Department of Public Health (CDHP) is responsible for protecting public health within the
state of California. The CDPH is comprised of public health professions, researchers, scientists, doctors,
nurses, and other staff members who aid in implementing the organizations programs and services. The
essential functions of the CDHP are comprehensive in scope and include infectious disease control and
prevention, food safety, environmental health, laboratory services, patient safety, emergency
preparedness, chronic disease prevention and health promotion, family health, health equity and vital
records and statistics.
Mendocino County Health and Human Services Agency
The mission of the Mendocino County Health and Human Services Agency is to ensure the support and
empowerment of families and individuals to live healthy, safe, and sustainable lives in healthy
environments, through advocacy, services. The Agency provides public, environmental, and mental health
services, including public outreach, response, and data collection during the current COVID-19 outbreak.
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4.5.5.2 Past Events
There have been six pandemics since 1900. The previous pandemics occurred in 1918-1920, 1957-1958, 1968-
1969, 1977-1978, 2009-2010, and 2019-present. The 1918-1920 Pandemic, commonly referred to as the
Spanish Flu, was unusually severe and had an extensive mortality rate. It is estimated that the 1918
Pandemic killed as much as one percent of the world’s population, or 40,000,000 people worldwide,
including more than 500,000 in the United States. The H1N1 Pandemic occurred in 2009 and resulted in
482,000 laboratory-confirmed cases and 6,071 deaths. (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2019)
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is an ongoing pandemic. It was first detected in Wuhan China in late
December of 2019, and it was later declared a Public Health Emergency of International Concern on 30
January 2020. COVID-19 is ongoing as of September 2020 and has resulted in more than 31 million globally-
confirmed cases, and more than 900,000 deaths as of September 2020. (Johns Hopkins University of
Medicine, 2020) The pandemic has also led to a severe global economic recession and financial and
corporate sector distress. It is currently unclear how long or how severe this pandemic and related
contraction in economic activity will be.
Table 4-47 lists the number of overall COVID-19 cases in Mendocino as of September, 2020. It also lists
deaths reported, the number of people currently hospitalized (including in intensive care units), and the
number of people who have been released from isolation. Table 4-48 represents the number of select cases
of communicable diseases which have occurred per year in Mendocino. This table prioritizes pandemic
diseases for which there are existing data for Mendocino County. Cases of Lyme disease and Influenza are
the highest of the five categories.
Table 4-47 COVID-19 Mendocino County Case Data as of September, 2020
Overall
Cases
Active Confirmed
Cases
Deaths
Reported
Hospitalized
Currently
Hospitalized -
Intensive Care Unit
Released from
Isolation
887 91 18 5 2 778
Source: County of Mendocino, COVID-19 Case Data
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Table 4-48 Mendocino County Selected Communicable Disease Cases 2011-2018
Infectious Disease 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Lyme Disease 3 3 1 2 0 1 2 0
Animal Rabies 0 1 0 0 2 2 0 0
Measles 3 0 1 0 0 0 1 0
West Nile Virus 0 0 0 1 2 0 0 0
Infectious Disease 2013-2014 2014-2015 2015-2016 2016-2017 2017-2018
Influenza* 4 0 0 1 2
*Includes both fatal and non-fatal laboratory-confirmed influenza in persons <65 years of age reported to the California Department of Public
Health. These data were recorded biennially in order to accurately reflect the following seasonal influenza periods: 2013–2014: September 29,
2013–September 27, 2014; 2014–2015: September 28, 2014–October 3, 2015; 2015–2016: October 4, 2015–October 2, 2016; 2016–2017: October 3, 2016–
September 30, 2017; 2017–2018: October 1, 2017–September 29, 2018
Sources: California Department of Public Health, IDB Yearly Summaries of Selected Communicable Diseases in California, 2011-2018;
California Department of Public Health, Vaccine-Preventable Disease Summaries; and
California West Nile Virus Website, 2011-2018 WNV Incidence Reports.
4.5.5.3 Location
The entire planning area is susceptible to the human health hazards discussed in this profile. Some
hazards such as West Nile virus can have a geographic presence within the planning area. Others such as
COVID-19 may be transported into the County, through residents and visitors who travel extensively. As of
June 2020, a total of 25,474 COVID-19 tests have been administered and 887 cases have been detected.
Mendocino County Public Health has been working closely with local health care providers, with the
California Department of Public Health, and with the CDC to closely monitor the virus. (County of
Mendocino, 2020)
4.5.5.4 Frequency/ Probability of Future Occurrences
While the probability of a major infectious disease outbreak is relatively low, it can have catastrophic social
and economic consequences. Past history indicates a major infectious disease outbreak occurs about once
every 10 years (a 1 in 10 years chance of occurring - 1/10 = 10 percent). (Mendocino 2014 MJHMP, 2014)
Influenza: According to the CDC, influenza has a predictable pattern and a near certainty of occurrence.
CDC estimated that approximately 5 to 20 percent of the population contracts the seasonal flu. With the
introduction of influenza vaccination, influenza occurrences are likely to remain below those reported
during the particularly-high 2009 to 2010 influenza season. (Center for Disease Control and Prevention,
2020)
COVID-19: A report released by the World Health Organization and the China Joint Commission found that
transmission rates of COVID-19 vary based on location. In general, between 1% and 5% of people in contact
with a confirmed case of the virus subsequently, become a laboratory-confirmed case of COVID-19. (World
Health Organization-China Joint Mission, 2020)
West Nile virus: In California, mosquitoes are monitored and controlled primarily to reduce cases of West
Nile Virus, malaria, encephalitis, dog heartworm, and sensitivity to bites. Human mosquito-borne diseases,
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including West Nile Virus, have declined significantly in California since the creation of mosquito and
vector control agencies.
Lyme disease: There have been 16 confirmed cases of Lyme disease in Mendocino County between 2009-
2018. (Dept of Public Health, Cal., 2020) Cases are expected to continue to develop, and instances may
increase with warming temperatures due to climate change.
The frequency and probability of other diseases discussed in this profile are unpredictable and contingent
on factors such as public awareness, treatment options, and vaccination rates.
4.5.5.5 Severity and Extent
A communicable disease can affect many people, causing mild illness, hospitalization, or in rare cases,
death. Predicting severity and extent for communicable disease transmission can be difficult and is
predicted by modeling scenarios based on a number of factors.
There have been approximately 15,204 COVID-19 related fatalities in California as of September, 2020.
(California Department of Public Health, 2020) Globally, there have been 967,164 confirmed deaths, as of
September, 2020, according to the World Health Organization. (World Health Organization, 2020)
The CDC and the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response developed five COVID-
19 Pandemic Planning Scenarios that attempt to predict transmission rates. These scenarios are based on
data received by the CDC prior to June 2020. Scenarios 1 through 4 are based on parameter values that
represent the lower and upper bounds of disease severity and viral transmissibility (moderate to very
high). Scenario 5 represents the current best estimate about viral transmission and disease severity in the
United States. (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2020)
The current best estimate for viral transmissibility is 2.5 persons. Viral transmissibility is the average
number of people that one person with COVID-19 is likely to infect in a population without any immunity.
Table 40 depicts the viral transmissibility rate values for each of the five planning scenarios (row 1). The
Table also lists an Infection Fatality Ratio for each scenario (row 2). The Infection Fatality Ration is the
number of individuals who die from the disease among all infected individuals (both symptomatic and
asymptomatic). Rows 3-5 estimate the percentage of infections that will bear various characteristics. CDC
makes clear that the scenarios are intended to aid in public health preparedness and planning; they are
not predictions or estimates of the expected impact of COVID-19. The CDC will update and augment these
values as more is learned about the epidemiology of COVID-19. (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,
2020)
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Table 4-49 Parameter Values Contingent on Five COVID-19 Pandemic Planning Scenarios
Parameter Scenario 1 Scenario 2 Scenario 3 Scenario 4
Scenario
5:
Current
Best
Estimate
Viral Transmissibility Rate 2.0 2.0 4.0 4.0 2.5
Infection Fatality Ratio, Overall 0.005 0.005 0.008 0.008 0.0065
Percent of Infections that are
Asymptomatic 10% 70% 10% 70% 40%
Infectiousness of Asymptomatic
Individuals Relative to Symptomatic 25% 100% 25% 100% 75%
Percentage of Transmission Occurring
Prior to Symptom Onset
35% 70% 35% 70% 50%
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, COVID-19 Pandemic Planning Scenarios (2020)
4.5.5.6 Secondary Hazards
Human health hazards are not like natural hazards such as earthquakes, floods, or fires that have
measurable secondary impacts. This is due primarily to the fact that human health hazards do not impact
general building stock or critical facilities and infrastructure as other hazards do. The largest secondary
impact caused by human health hazards would be economical. Large outbreaks of any human health
hazard could reduce the workforce significantly for long periods of time while the infected population
recovers from the impacts of the disease. Hospitals and health care providers could be overwhelmed.
Moreover, as the 2019-2020 COVID-19 outbreak is revealing, a pandemic can add significant challenges to
ongoing hazard mitigation efforts, not to mention confusing and complicating response efforts for other
natural hazard events. In 2020, the U.S. Forest Service suspended controlled burns scheduled in the spring
due to the coronavirus pandemic. (Groom, 2020) Seattle has shuttered community centers designated as
refuges from wildfire smoke, and the City has yet to establish what air-quality criteria might trigger the
opening of any smoke shelters. (Hu, 2020) Furthermore, many populations vulnerable to COVID-19 are also
most vulnerable to the effects of smoke inhalation. (Id.) FEMA released guidance on COVID-19 wildfire
response in June of 2020. (U.S. Fire Administration, 2020) This is an emerging issue, and developments
and guidance changes. Mitigating the impacts of the pandemic, in many instances, means mitigating the
impact of a pandemic to other hazards that could occur simultaneously.
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4.5.5.7 Pandemic Disease Vulnerability Assessment
4.5.5.7.1 Population
All citizens in the Mendocino County planning area could be susceptible to the human health hazards
discussed in this profile. Additional pandemics or outbreaks of a communicable disease could have
devastating effects on the population. The introduction of a disease such as the plague or influenza could
rapidly impact those most at-risk (children, the elderly, and those already affected by health issues).
4.5.5.7.2 Property
None of the health hazards addressed in this profile are considered to have any measurable impact on the
built environment in the planning area.
4.5.5.7.3 Critical Facilities and Infrastructure
None of the health hazards addressed in this profile are considered to have any measurable impact on
critical facilities in the planning area. However, healthcare facilities (and veterinary clinics) are prepared
for pandemic disease hazards. Emergency management planning incorporates all disciplines responding
to an event, (fire agencies, law enforcement, first responder ground and air ambulance agencies, public
health, mental and spiritual health). Planning includes identifying shelters, alternate treatment facilities,
isolation capacity, and methods to immediately expand physical and human resources.
4.5.5.8 Future Trends in Development
The economic impact of a human health hazard could be localized to a single population or could be
significant, depending on the number of cases and available resources to care for those affected. Other
financial impacts are absorbed or managed by the organization affected. For example, healthcare facilities
and veterinary offices train their personnel at their own cost. When more people visit Mendocino County
or move into the area, the impacts from and the potential for a pandemic outbreak rises. Urban areas, in
particular, will become more vulnerable as density increases and illnesses or contamination spread more
rapidly.
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4.5.5.9 Pandemic Disease Hazard Problem Statements
As part of the mitigation action identification process, each participating jurisdiction’s Planning
Committee identified issues and/or weaknesses (aka problem statements) for their respective facilities
based on the risk assessment and vulnerability analysis, utilizing the RAMP mapping tool. Pandemic
disease hazard problem statements are listed in Table 4-50.
Identifying these common issues and weaknesses assists the Planning Committee in understand the
realm of resources needed for mitigation. The goal is to have at least one mitigation action for every
problem statement. Projects or actions have been developed to mitigate each problem identified. See Table
5-6 for a full list of mitigation actions and corresponding problem statements that they address. Each
problem statement is coded with a problem number for cross-referencing Table 4-50 and Table 5-6.
Table 4-50 Pandemic Disease Problem Statements
Problem
No.
Hazard Area of
Concern
Mitigation
Alternatives
Primary
Agency
Problem Description Related MA
ps-PN-MC-
61
Pandemic Victim PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness
Mendocino
County
COVID-19 exists has a threat to the
entire population of Mendocino County
ma-PN-MC-
223, ma-PN-
MC-224, ma-
PN-MC-222
ps-PN-MC-
114
Pandemic Victim ES -
Emergency
Services , SP -
Structural
Projects
Mendocino
County
Need for additional sheltering
locations in event of pandemic social
distancing needs paired with another
hazard event (flood, wildfire,
earthquake)
ma-PN-MC-
224
ps-PN-MC-
115
Pandemic Victim SP - Structural
Projects
Mendocino
County
Critical facilities may not have
adequate fresh air/ ventilation to be
appropriate for essential work during
pandemic.
ma-PN-MC-
223, ma-PN-
MC-222
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4.5.6 Flood Hazard Profile
Flooding is one of the three primary hazards in California, along with earthquake and
wildfire, and represents the second most destructive source of hazard, vulnerability,
and risk statewide. (Cal OES, 2018) Flooding is a priority hazard for Mendocino
County as well.
Connections between a river and its floodplain are most apparent during and after major flood events. A
floodplain is the area adjacent to a river, creek, or lake that becomes inundated during a flood. Floodplains
may be broad, as when a river crosses an extensive flat landscape, or narrow, as when a river is confined
in a canyon. These areas form a complex physical and biological system that supports a variety of natural
resources and provides natural flood and erosion control. When a river is separated from its floodplain
with levees and other flood control facilities, its natural, built-in benefits can be lost, altered, or
significantly reduced. (FEMA, 2020)
There are five types of flood events that might occur within the Mendocino County area: riverine, flash,
urban stormwater, coastal flooding, and dam failure. Regardless of the type, the cause is primarily the
result of severe weather and excessive rainfall, either in the flood area or upstream reach. (The National
Severe Storms Laboratory, 2020)
Riverine flooding occurs when a watercourse exceeds its ‘bank-full’ capacity and is the most common type
of flood event. Riverine flooding occurs as a result of prolonged rainfall that is combined with saturated
soils from previous rain events, or combined with snowmelt, and is characterized by high peak flows of
moderate duration and by a large volume of runoff. Riverine flooding occurs in river systems whose
tributaries drain large geographic areas and can include many watersheds and sub-watersheds. The
duration of riverine floods varies from a few hours to many days. Factors that directly affect the amount
of flood runoff include precipitation amount, intensity and distribution, soil moisture content, channel
capacity, seasonal variation in vegetation, snow depth, and water-resistance of the surface due to
urbanization. (Id.)
In Mendocino County, riverine flooding can occur anytime during the period from November through April.
Flooding is more severe when antecedent rainfall has resulted in saturated ground conditions.
The term “flash flood” describes localized floods of great volume and short duration, generally in less than
four hours. In contrast to riverine flooding, this type of flood usually results from a heavy rainfall in a
relatively small drainage area. Precipitation of this sort usually occurs in the spring and summer. (Id.)
Urbanization may increase peak flow runoff as well as the total volume of stormwater runoff from a site.
The increase is dependent upon the type of soil and its topography in relation to the proposed
development. Comparison of the peak flow and volume impacts to the watershed should be analyzed
whenever development is proposed to assure that any increases are accommodated. (USGS, 2016)
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Flooding may be a secondary impact from an earthquake, and may cause failure of dams, canal banks, or
where landslides block drainage channels, streams, and/or rivers. See Section 4.5.3 for the Earthquake
Hazard Profile.
Dam failures also often result in flash flooding. Dam failures are discussed separately in this plan. See
Section 4.5.1.
Floodplain Definitions
100-YR Floodplain
The boundaries of the 100 year (100-YR) floodplain coincide with an annual risk of 1% and are a
FEMA study product consisting of both floodway and flood fringe.
500-YR Floodplain
The boundaries of the floodplain coincide with an annual risk of 0.2% and are a FEMA study
product. The 500-YR floodplain includes the 100-YR.
Floodway
This includes the channel of the tributary and the land adjacent to it. This zone needs to remain
free from obstruction so the 100-YR floodplain can be conveyed downstream.
Flood Fringe
This is the remaining portion of the 100-YR floodplain, excluding the floodway. This zone can be
obstructed or developed if criteria are met.
Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA)
An area having special flood, mudflow, or flood-related erosion hazards and shown on a Flood
Insurance Rate Map (FIRM). The SFHA is the area where the National Flood Insurance Program’s
(NFIP) floodplain management regulations must be enforced.
Floodplain Ecosystems
Floodplains can support ecosystems that are rich in quantity and diversity of plant and animal species. A
floodplain can contain 100 or even 1,000 times as many species as a river. Wetting of the floodplain soil
releases an immediate surge of nutrients left over from the last flood and resulting from the rapid
decomposition of organic matter that had accumulated. Microscopic organisms thrive, and larger species
enter a rapid breeding cycle. Opportunistic feeders, particularly birds, move in to take advantage. The
production of nutrients peaks and falls away quickly; however, the surge of new growth endures for some
time. This makes floodplains particularly valuable for agriculture. Species growing in floodplains are
markedly different from those that grow outside floodplains. For instance, trees in floodplains and riparian
areas tend to be very tolerant of root disturbance and very quick-growing compared to non-riparian trees.
Floodplains that are undisturbed or have been restored to a natural state provide many benefits to both
human and natural systems. In their natural vegetative state, undisturbed floodplains provide the
following benefits:
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▪ Slow the rate at which incoming surface runoff reaches the main body of water, slowing down the
impact of flood events.
▪ Maintain water quality by allowing surface runoff to drop sediment into the natural soil, preventing
it from depositing in streams and rivers.
▪ Recharge groundwater. The slowing of runoff allows additional time for the runoff to recharge
existing groundwater aquifers.
▪ Provide habitat for large and diverse populations of plants and animals.
Floodplains are often compromised by human development. Because they border water bodies, floodplains
have historically been popular sites to establish settlements. Human activities tend to concentrate on
floodplains because water is readily available, the land is fertile and suitable for farming, transportation by
water is easily accessible, and the land is flatter and easier to develop.
But human activity in floodplains frequently interferes with the natural function of floodplains. It can
affect the distribution and timing of drainage, thereby increasing flood problems. Human development
can create local flooding problems by altering or confining drainage channels. This increases flood
potential in two ways: it reduces the stream’s capacity to contain flows, and it increases flow rates or
velocities downstream during all stages of a flood event. Human activities can interface effectively with a
floodplain as long as steps are taken to mitigate the activities’ adverse impacts on floodplain functions.
4.5.6.1 Plans, Policies, and Regulatory Environment
National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)
The NFIP makes federally-backed flood insurance available to homeowners, renters, and business owners
in participating communities. Mendocino County and the cities of Fort Bragg, Ukiah, Willits, and Point
Arena participate in NFIP.
For most participating communities, FEMA has prepared a detailed Flood Insurance Study (FIS). The study
presents water surface elevations for floods of various magnitudes, including the 1-percent annual chance
flood (the 100-year flood) and the 0.2-percent annual chance flood (the 500-year flood).
Base-flood elevations and the boundaries of the 100- and 500-year floodplains are shown on Flood
Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs), which are the principal tool for identifying the extent and location of the
flood hazard. FIRMs also designate and display the floodway, which is the channel of the river or stream
and adjacent land that must remain free from obstruction so that the 100-year flood can be conveyed
downstream. FIRMs are the most detailed and consistent data source available, and for many
communities, they represent the minimum area of oversight under their floodplain management program.
The most recent countywide FIRM was completed on November 14th, 2017, and is a digital flood insurance
rate map (DFIRM).
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Participants in the NFIP must, at a minimum, regulate development in floodplain areas in accordance with
NFIP criteria. Before issuing a permit to build in a floodplain, planning partners must ensure that three
criteria are met:
▪ New buildings and those undergoing substantial improvements must, at a minimum, be elevated
to protect against damage by the 100-YR flood;
▪ New floodplain development must not aggravate existing flood problems or increase damage to
other properties; and
▪ New floodplain development must exercise a reasonable and prudent effort to reduce its adverse
impacts on threatened salmonid species.
Structures permitted or built in the County before December 31, 1974, are called “pre-FIRM” structures, and
structures built afterward are called “post-FIRM.” Post-FIRM properties are eligible for reduced flood
insurance rates. Such structures are less vulnerable to flooding since they were constructed after
regulations and codes were adopted to decrease vulnerability. Pre-FIRM properties are more vulnerable to
flooding because they do not meet code or are located in hazardous areas. The insurance rate is different
for the two types of structures.
Compliance is monitored by FEMA regional staff and by the California Department of Water Resources
under a contract with FEMA. Maintaining compliance under the NFIP is an important component of flood
risk reduction. All planning partners that participate in the NFIP have identified initiatives to maintain
their compliance and good standing.
Community Rating System (CRS)
The CRS is a voluntary program within the NFIP that encourages floodplain management activities that
exceed the minimum NFIP requirements. Flood insurance premiums are discounted to reflect the reduced
flood risk resulting from community actions that meet the three goals of the CRS: 1) reduce flood losses, 2)
facilitate accurate insurance rating, and 3) promote awareness of flood insurance.
For participating communities, flood insurance premium rates are discounted in increments of 5 percent
according to the community’s classification. For example, a Class 1 community would receive a 45 percent
premium discount, and a Class 9 community would receive a 5 percent discount. Class 10 communities
are those that do not participate in the CRS; they receive no discount. The CRS classes for local
communities are based on 18 creditable activities related to public information, mapping and regulations,
flood damage reduction, and flood preparedness.
CRS activities can help to save lives and reduce property damage. Communities participating in the CRS
represent a significant portion of the nation’s flood risk; over 66 percent of the NFIP’s policy base are
communities in the CRS. Communities receiving premium discounts through the CRS range from small
to large and represent a broad mixture of flood risks, including both coastal and riverine flood risks. Table
4-51 lists NFIP and CRS statistics for the County.
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Table 4-51: Flood Insurance Statistics for Mendocino County
NFIP and CRS Status & Information
Mendocino County
NFIP Status Participating since 06/01/83
CRS Class Not Participating
Policies in Force 280
Policies in SFHA 192
Policies in non-SFHA 88
Total Claims Paid 107
Paid Losses $3,236,007
Repetitive Loss Properties 7
Severe Repetitive Loss Properties 1
Repetitive Loss Payment by NFIP on Building $320,723
Repetitive Loss Payment by NFIP on Contents $44,535
Note: The Privacy Act of 1974 (5 U.S.C. 522a) restricts the release of certain types of data to the public. Flood insurance
policy and claims data are included in the list of restricted information. FEMA can only release such data to state and local
governments, and only if the data are used for floodplain management, mitigation, or research purposes. Therefore, this
plan does not identify the repetitive loss properties or include claims data for any individual property.
Cobey-Alquist Floodplain Management Act
The Cobey-Alquist Floodplain Management Act of 1965 provided state-level guidance and review of
floodplain management, including the review of floodplain management plans, establishment of
floodplain management regulations, and the use of designated floodways. The California Department of
Water Resources (DWR) adopts regulations, maintains a statewide flood management data collection and
planning program, manages a statewide grant program, and helps coordinate emergency flood response
operations.
Russian River Integrated Coastal Watershed Management Plan (RRICWMP)
The RRICWMP is a watershed-specific planning document created for application to the Russian River.
The plan identifies key management goals and objectives which include the enhancement of watershed
processes and the improvement of land use; the protection and enhancement of hydrologic function and
water supply; the protection of water quality; the protection of native biodiversity and ecosystems; the
development and maintenance of public stewardship; and the engagement with scientific, and technical
assessment and planning.
Mendocino County General Plan
The 2009 Mendocino County General Plan includes the following goals, and policies in the Development
and Resource Management Elements to mitigate the effects of flood:
Development Element
Goal DE-17 (Drainage): To protect residents and businesses from hazards caused by flooding.
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Goal DE-18 (Flooding/Inundation): To protect life and property while also protecting and managing
natural drainage ways, floodplains and flood retention basins.
Goal DE-19 (Flooding/Inundation): To maintain flood carrying capacity in harmony with
environmental, recreational, and open space objectives.
Policy DE-192: Encourage compatible uses of flood plain land, such as agriculture, forestry, and
recreation.
Policy DE-193: Emphasize land use compatibility and onsite floodwater retention to prevent or
manage flooding.
Policy DE-194: To the maximum extent practical, avoid constructing critical facilities within the
designated 100-year flood plain areas or areas potentially subject to inundation by dam failures (or
other water impoundment facilities) or seiches.
Policy DE-195: Development in the designated 100-year flood plain areas shall be consistent with
all applicable federal regulations with regard to flooding.
Policy DE-196: Continue participation in the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s National
Flood Insurance Program.
Policy DE-199: Development in floodplains will not be allowed unless mitigation measures are
incorporated into the project that protect against the contribution to downstream or upstream
flooding.
Policy DE-200: Work with local, state, and federal agencies to fund and implement site-specific
flood hazard planning, forecasting, and flood proofing measures.
Resource Management Element
Policy RM-3: Work cooperatively with property owners, agencies, and organizations to develop and
support programs that maintain the integrity of stream systems for flood control, aquatic habitat,
and water supply.
Policy RM-3: Stream restoration and maintenance programs shall conserve riparian vegetation
and the floodwater carrying capacity of river and stream channels.
Methods of Reducing Flood Losses and Floodway Provisions in Mendocino County Code, § 22.17
The Mendocino County Code contains methods and provisions designed to reduce flood loss for the
protection of property and loss of life, including restricting uses which result in or exacerbate water or
erosion hazards or which cause damaging increases in erosion or flood heights or velocities. Any
development vulnerable to flooding must include best practices for flood resiliency at the time of initial
construction. This includes special attention to the management of altered natural floodplains, stream
channels, and natural protective barriers, which help accommodate or channel floodwaters; the
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management of filling, grading, dredging, and other development which may increase flood damage; and
the prevention and regulation of the construction of flood barriers which will unnaturally divert
floodwaters or which might increase flood hazards in alternate areas. The Code prohibits encroachments,
which include fill, new construction, substantial improvement, and other new development unless
certified by a registered professional engineer and approved by the County.
4.5.6.2 Major Flood Events
Table 4-52 shows the flood events that took place in Mendocino County since the year 2000 that caused
either property or crop damage. (NOAA, 2020)
Table 4-52: Mendocino County Flood Events Since 2000
Date Flood Type
Property Damage
Value ($)
Crop Damage
Value ($)
1/2/2002 Flood 0 0
12/14/2002 Flood 0 0
12/14/2002 Flood 0 0
12/16/2002 Flood 0 0
12/16/2002 Flood 0 0
12/16/2002 Flood 0 0
12/20/2002 Flood 0 0
12/28/2002 Flood 0 0
12/28/2002 Flood 0 0
12/31/2002 Flood 0 0
12/31/2002 Flood 0 0
12/31/2002 Flood 0 0
12/29/2005 Flood 30,0000 0
12/29/2005 Flood 42,200,000 8,000,000
12/15/2016 Flood 1,500,000 0
12/15/2016 Flood 0 0
12/15/2016 Flood 0 0
12/15/2016 Flood 0 0
4/5/2018 Flood 0 0
1/16/2019 Flood 0 0
1/16/2019 Flood 0 0
1/16/2019 Flood 0 0
2/26/2019 Flood 0 0
2/27/2019 Flood 0 0
2/27/2019 Flood 0 0
2/27/2019 Flood 0 0
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database
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4.5.6.3 Location
Mendocino County, due to its varied geography and climate, has a significant number of potential flood
sources. Figure 4-36 displays FEMA flood zones within Mendocino County. More detailed views of FEMA
flood zones are available for planning partners through the Risk Assessment Mapping Platform (RAMP)
on http://mitigatehazards.com/mendocino-county/ramp/.
In Mendocino County, riverine floodplains are diverse in nature. At times they might be confined to steep
channels in the valleys of mountainous and hilly regions, and at other times they might be expansive, flat
areas in plains and coastal regions. The amount of water in the floodplain is determined by the size and
topography of the contributing watershed, the regional and local climate, and land use characteristics. The
flooding, which occurs in steep, mountainous areas is usually confined, strikes with less warning time,
and has a short duration. Conversely, larger rivers typically have longer, more predictable flooding
sequences and broad floodplains. (Mendocino County MJHMP, 2014)
There are two basic flood types which most often occur in Mendocino County. The first is riverine flooding,
also known as overbank flooding, which is due to excessive rainfall. The second is coastal flooding, which
is due to wave run-up. Riverine floodplains range from narrow, confined channels in the steep valleys of
mountainous and hilly regions to wide, flat areas in plains and coastal regions. The amount of water in the
floodplain is a function of the size and topography of the contributing watershed, the regional and local
climate, and land use characteristics. Flooding in steep, mountainous areas is usually confined, strikes
with less warning time, and has a short duration. Larger rivers typically have longer, more predictable
flooding sequences and broad floodplains. (Id.)
Localized flooding may sometimes occur outside of recognized drainage channels or delineated
floodplains due to a combination of locally heavy precipitation, increased surface runoff, and inadequate
facilities for drainage and stormwater conveyance. Such events most typically occur in flat areas and in
urbanized areas with extensive impermeable surfaces. Local drainage may result in “nuisance flooding,”
in which streets or parking lots are temporarily closed and minor property damage occurs. (Mendocino
2014 MJHMP, 2014) Major localized flood areas include lands adjoining waterways, such as the Russian
River and its tributaries in the south Ukiah and Hopland areas, and low-lying lands east of Willits. Highway
128 between Philo and Navarro is regularly closed due to flooding caused by winter storms. (Mendocino
County General Plan, 2009)
Flooding in Coastal areas of Mendocino County is typically caused by wave run-up. Pacific Ocean storms
in the months of November through February in combination with high tides and strong winds can cause
significant wave run-up. In addition to intense offshore storms, coastal flooding from the Pacific Ocean
can also be attributed to seismic sea-waves or tsunamis which can occur throughout the year. As a result,
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coastal flooding can be exacerbated
by the physical characteristics of the
continental shelf and shoreline. (Id.)
Figure 4-35 displays the six primary
HUC8 watersheds 8 in Mendocino
County. The County can be broadly
divided into three watersheds which
include the Coastal, Eel, and Russian
river basins. The Coastal system
consists of a multitude of relatively
short streams flowing west to the
Pacific Ocean. Ten Mile, Noyo, Big,
Albion, Navarro, Garcia, and Gualala
rivers compose the Major stream
systems located in the Coastal
watershed.
The interior county is drained by the
two larger drainage systems – the Eel
River and Russian River systems. The
Eel River system drains the northern
interior, while the Russian River
system drains the southern interior.
These watersheds overlap with other
counties. It is only portions of these
interior watersheds which lie within
the county. The Eel River watershed is
shared with Humboldt, Lake, and
Trinity counties, while the Russian
River watershed includes significant
portions of Sonoma County.
Surface runoff in each basin is
derived almost entirely from rainfall, although snow does fall in the mountains located in the eastern
portion of the Eel River watershed Streamflow responds directly to the rainfall pattern; high stream flows
will drop quickly without sustaining rainfall. (Mendocino County General Plan, 2009)
8 HUC is a Hydrologic Unit Code, a term used by the US Geological Survey to delineate watersheds based on surface hydrologic features.
HUC8 is an eight-digit code delineating subbains of watersheds. For more information, see https://nas.er.usgs.gov/hucs.aspx.
Figure 4-35: HUC8 Watershed Map
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Valley Flood Sources
One of the largest valleys within Mendocino County is Ukiah Valley. The Russian River carved the Valley,
which ranges from 600 feet at Calpella to 7,500 feet wide, south of Ukiah near Plant Road. Typically, the
river flows through a portion of the channel, which it carved through the center of the Valley. The river
may sometimes overtop its banks during moderately severe storms. The area subject to flooding during
more severe storms, or one-hundred-year storm events, is much more extensive. The primary areas
subject to flooding from a one-hundred-year storm (which has a one percent chance of occurring in any
given year) can reach as far west as U.S. 101 in several portions of the Ukiah Valley Area Plan area. To the
north, portions of The Forks area and the communities of Calpella and Talmage are located within the one-
hundred-year floodplain. (Ukiah Valley Area Plan, 2010)
When the flow from the Russian River exceeds the confines of its banks, the probability of flooding along
its tributaries increases. Orr Creek, Doolin Creek, Gibson Creek, and Robinson Creek each have the potential
to inundate significant portions of residential areas near the channel centerline. Mill Creek and Sulphur
Creek have a record of flooding an area nearly one thousand feet wide through the Talmage and the Vichy
Springs Road areas. Flood risk also increases with additional paving and development. Pavement, in
particular, creates compacted and impermeable surfaces, preventing natural percolation of water into the
water table and increasing runoff. (Id.)
Rainfall and Coastal Flood Sources
The general cause of major floods in Mendocino County is due to extended periods of winter rainfall, which
are produced by winter storms from the Pacific Ocean. Years with strong El Niños are often associated
with significant flood events. Historical records from 1911 through 2006 indicate that flooding, landslides,
embankment failures, and high winds occurred in portions of Mendocino County every ten to twenty years
at a minimum, and often more frequently (1912, 1937, 1955, 1964-66, 1974, 1978, 1983, 1986, 1995, 1997, 1998,
2005-2006). Most floodplains are located in relatively undeveloped areas; however, there are infrastructure
and other nonresidential and residential developments, which are susceptible to flooding and are situated
in at-risk locations. (Mendocino County General Plan, 2009) Highway 101, a state highway under the
jurisdiction of the California Department of Transportation, floods regularly and experiences regular slope
failure occurrences that shut down the highway. This leads to emergency and evacuation concerns for
coastal populations.
Table 4-37 displays major FEMA flood zones as well as the associated population center locations.
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Figure 4-36: FEMA Flood Risk Exposure
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4.5.6.3.1 Flood Awareness Zones
Flood Awareness Zones have been developed by California DWR to map areas of additional flood threat
throughout the state. The intent of the Awareness Floodplain Mapping project is to identify all pertinent
flood hazard areas for areas that are not mapped under the Federal Agency Management Agency's (FEMA)
National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and to provide the community and residents an additional tool
in understanding potential flood hazards currently not mapped as a regulated floodplain. The awareness
maps identify the 100-YR flood hazard areas using approximate assessment procedures. These floodplains
are shown simply as flood-prone areas without specific depths and other flood hazard data.
4.5.6.4 Measuring Frequency and Severity
The frequency and severity of flooding are measured using a discharge probability, a statistical tool that
defines the probability that a certain river discharge or flow level will be equaled or exceeded within a
given year. Flood studies use historical records to determine the probability of occurrence for the different
discharge levels. The flood frequency equals 100 divided by the discharge probability. For example, the 100-
YR discharge has a 1-percent chance of being equaled or exceeded in any given year. The “annual flood” is
the greatest flood event expected to occur in a typical year. These measurements reflect statistical
averages only; it is possible for two or more floods with a 100-YR or higher recurrence interval to occur in
a short time period. The same flood can have different recurrence intervals at different points on a river.
The extent of flooding associated with a 1-percent annual probability of occurrence (the base flood or 100-
YR flood) is used as the regulatory boundary by many agencies. Also referred to as the special flood hazard
area (SFHA), this boundary is a convenient tool for assessing vulnerability and risk in flood-prone
communities. Many communities have maps that show the extent and likely depth of flooding for the base
flood. Corresponding water-surface elevations describe the elevation of water that will result from a given
discharge level, which is one of the most important factors used in estimating flood damage.
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4.5.6.5 Frequency/ Probability of Future Occurrences
Mendocino County will experience flooding in the future, with the probability of flooding in Mendocino
County between 10 and 100% annually. The majority of the floods in Mendocino County have occurred from
winter-through-spring rainfall, but several have been the result of heavy rain events during July, August,
and September. The Pacific high is known to cause increased intensity in weather patterns. As it moves
southwards, it encourages storm formation across the state, producing widespread rain at low elevations
and snow at high elevations. It is responsible for occasional heavy rains that are known to cause serious
flooding. The semi-permanent high-pressure area of the north Pacific Ocean is also responsible for storms,
causing heavy rains and widespread flooding during winter months. (Western Regional Climate Center,
2020)
Flooding in California is often associated with the El Nino weather phenomenon. El Nino is a term
originally used to describe the appearance of warm (surface) water from time to time in the eastern
equatorial Pacific region along the coasts of Peru and Ecuador. This ocean warming can strongly affect
weather patterns all over the world. El Nino events are often associated with above-normal precipitation
in the southwestern United States. El Niños often occur during the Christmas season. La Niña is the
opposite or “cold phase” of the El Niño cycle. Current understanding suggests that El Niño has a return
period of four to five years. When an El Niño event occurs, it often lasts from 12 to 18 months. (National
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration , 2020) Based on previous occurrences, Mendocino County can
expect a severe flood event to occur every 3 – 4 years, and in particular, during strong El Niño years (every
7 – 8 years). (Mendocino County Multi Hazard Mitigation Plan, 2008)
4.5.6.6 Severity and Extent
The main factors affecting flood damage are water depth and velocity. Deeper and faster flood flows can
cause more damage. Shallow flooding with high velocities can cause as much damage as deep flooding
with slow velocity. This is especially true when a channel migrates over a broad floodplain, redirecting
high velocity flows and transporting debris and sediment. Flood severity is often evaluated by examining
peak discharges; Table 4-53 lists peak flows used by FEMA to map Mendocino County floodplains.
Table 4-53: Summary of Discharges in Mendocino County
Drainage
sq. Miles
Peak Discharge (cubic feet/second)
Flooding Source/Location 10% Annual
Chance
2% Annual
Chance
1% Annual
Chance
0.2% Annual
Chance
Ackerman Creek
At Confluence with Russian River 20.6 3,190 4,800 5,370 7,000
At Orrs Springs Road 19.0 3,060 4,700 5,320 6,600
Anderson Creek
At the Confluence with Con Creek 35.4 5,230 8,060 9,140 11,800
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Drainage
sq. Miles
Peak Discharge (cubic feet/second)
Flooding Source/Location 10% Annual
Chance
2% Annual
Chance
1% Annual
Chance
0.2% Annual
Chance
Upstream of the Confluence with Robinson
Creek
24.0 3,670 5,730 6,520 8,460
Upstream of the Confluence with Donelly
Creek
21.7 3,360 5,240 5,970 7,750
At State Highway 253 14.3 2,280 3,630 4,150 5,460
Broaddus Creek
Above the Confluence with Haeh/Baechtel
Creek
7.9 1,380 2,260 2,620 3,530
Davis Creek
At Hearst-Willits Road 14.8 2,200 3,710 4,360 6,040
Doolin Creek
At Confluence with Russian River 7.2 1,040 1,650 1,880 2,460
Above the confluence with Gibson Creek 4.3 660 1,060 1,200 1,570
Above the confluence with Mendocino
Creek
3.0 480 770 880 1,150
Above the confluence with Tributary near
State Street
2.1 383 627 721 957
East Fork
Russian River
0.3 miles downstream of Centerville Road 29.1 4,050 6,050 6,810 8,640
Eel River
At the confluence with Hale Creek 35.3 41,000 70,000 82,500 11,200
Feliz Creek
At the confluence with Russian River 43.3 5,990 8,230 9,160 11,470
At Old Hopland-Yorkville Road 31.1 4,550 6,290 7,040 8,940
Forsythe Creek
At the confluence with Russian River 49.7 6,940 10,500 11,900 15,200
Upstream of the confluence with Seward
Creek
34.6 5,120 7,900 8,960 11,600
Upstream of the confluence with Bakers Creek 32.5 4,810 7,460 8,480 11,000
Upstream of the confluence with Mill Creek
(at Redwood Valley)
18.7 3,070 4,790 5,450 7,060
Gibson Creek
At the confluence with Doolin Creek 2.9 466 748 854 1,120
At West Standley Street 1.5 266 459 538 743
Haehl/Baechtel
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Drainage
sq. Miles
Peak Discharge (cubic feet/second)
Flooding Source/Location 10% Annual
Chance
2% Annual
Chance
1% Annual
Chance
0.2% Annual
Chance
Creek
At the downstream City of Willits corporate
limits1
33.6 3,520 7,940 9,240 12,600
Above Broaddus Creek Low Flow Confluence2 23.9 2,450 5,800 6,740 9,160
Above Broaddus Creek 2-percent-annual
chance flow confluence3
16.0 2,450 4,070 6,740 9,160
Above Haehl Creek low flow confluence4 10.1 1,680 4,070 4,730 6,420
Above Haehl Creek 0.2-percent-annual chance
Flow confluence5
9.9 1,680 2,790 3,250 4,410
At the upstream Limit of Study 8.1 1,410 2,380 2,780 3,810
Hensley Creek
At the confluence with Russian River 7.6 1,290 1,970 2,210 2,790
2.1 miles upstream of U.S. Highway 101 3.7 661 1,070 1,230 1,630
Mill Creek (near Talmage)
At the confluence with Russian River 18.0 2,210 3,320 3,790 4,490
Above the confluence with McClure Creek 10.1 1,260 2,000 2,290 3,000
Above confluence with North Fork Mill Creek 4.4 610 990 1,140 1,520
Mill Creek (at Willits)
At the downstream City of Willits corporate
limits
9.7 1,620 2,730 3,190 4,380
North Fork Mill Creek
At the confluence with Mill Creek 5.3 730 1,210 1,410 1,910
Noyo River
At U.S. Highway 1 114.0 17,740 31,085 38,000 57,367
Orrs Creek
At the confluence with Russian River 10.2 1,570 2,460 2,790 3,610
At Low Gap Park 7.9 1,350 2,190 2,530 3,360
Robinson Creek
At the confluence with Russian River 26.7 3,930 5,890 6,590 8,280
Upstream of the confluence with Unnamed
Tributary near State Highway 253 Crossing
20.5 3,240 5,020 5,680 7,310
1.4 miles upstream of State Highway 253 16.3 2,620 4,150 4,720 6,210
2.2 miles upstream of State Highway 253 10.2 1,770 2,810 3,220 4,210
Russian River
At U.S. Highway 101 bridge south of Hopland 437 36,900 53,100 59,900 75,800
Upstream of the confluence with Feliz Creek 391 32,700 47,100 53,000 67,100
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Drainage
sq. Miles
Peak Discharge (cubic feet/second)
Flooding Source/Location 10% Annual
Chance
2% Annual
Chance
1% Annual
Chance
0.2% Annual
Chance
At USGS gaging station near Hopland
(No. 11462500)
362 30,000 43,100 48,600 61,400
Downstream of the confluence with Robinson
Creek
317 26,100 37,500 42,100 53,800
Upstream of the confluence with Robinson
Creek
291 23,100 33,300 37,300 46,800
Upstream of the confluence with Doolin and
Mill Creek
(near Talmage)
261 19,600 28,300 31,700 39,700
Upstream of the confluence with Orrs Creek 249 18,200 26,300 29,400 36,900
Downstream of the confluence with
Ackerman Creek
235 16,500 23,900 26,800 33,600
Upstream of the confluence with Ackerman
Creek
215 15,800 21,500 23,700 29,100
Upstream of the confluence with Hensley
Creek
207 14,800 21,100 22,200 27,200
At USGS gaging station near Ukiah
(No. 11461000)
99.7 14,400 19,700 21,700 26,800
Upstream of the confluence with Your Creek 87.0 12,700 17,300 19,200 23,600
Upstream of the confluence with Forsythe
Creek
35.0 5,310 7,620 8,480 10,600
At upstream Limit of Detailed Study 27.1 4,480 6,400 7,120 8,900
Sulphur Creek
At Vicky Springs Road 5.5 950 1,380 1,600 2,130
Tenmile Creek
0.2 mil downstream of Branscomb Road 20.9 3,440 5,850 6,900 9,620
Town Creek
At the confluence with Grist Creek 11.3 1,300 2,280 2,720 3,890
York Creek
At the confluence with Russian River 12.0 1,920 2,920 3,290 4,170
2.1 miles upstream of U.S. Highway 101 8.0 1,270 2,080 2,410 3,220
* Data not available
1 Includes Mill Creek (near Willits Drainage Area and Contributing Flows), except for Mill Creek 10% Annual Chance Peak Discharge
2 Includes Broaddus Creek Drainage Area and Contributing Flows, except for Broaddus Creek 10% Annual Chance Peak Discharge
3 1,750 feet upstream of Broaddus Creek Low Flow Confluence, does not include Broaddus Creek 10% or 2% Annual Chance Peak Discharges
4 Does not include Haehl Creek 10% Annual Chance Peak Discharge
5 880 feet upstream of Haehl Creek Low Flow Confluence, does not include Haehl Creek Peak Discharges
Source: Table 10 Summary of Discharges from FEMA FIS Text, 2017
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4.5.6.7 Warning Time
The type and rate of flooding experienced in Mendocino County varies. In general, warning times for floods
can be between 24 and 48 hours to prepare communities to reduce flood damages Seasonal notification
for flooding can enhance awareness for citizens at risk, and, when communicated effectively, advance
notification can reach target audiences on a large scale.
4.5.6.7.1 DWR Awareness Zones Notification
The Flood Risk Notification Program (FRN Program) is part of DWR’s FloodSAFE California Initiative. The
program’s key goal is to increase flood risk awareness by effectively communicating that risk to individual
property owners, the public, and local, state, and federal agencies. This includes encouraging people to
understand the levee system that protects them; be prepared and aware of their flood risk; and take
appropriate actions before, during, and after flooding to protect themselves, minimize damage to their
property or personal possessions, and facilitate recovery.
To achieve this goal, the FRN Program:
▪ sends out an annual notice to property owners whose property is at risk of flooding,
▪ maintains accurate Levee Flood Protection Zone (LFPZ) maps 9 and an associated parcel
information database,
▪ provides people with useful ways to assess risk and reduce flood loss,
▪ establishes outreach and educational projects with public involvement,
▪ expands its interactive Flood Risk Notification website, and
▪ collaborates with federal agencies, local agencies, and communities.
In September of 2010, DWR provided the first annual written notice of flood risks to each landowner whose
property is protected by State Plan of Flood Control (SPFC) levees and is within an LFPZ. The notice informs
recipients of their property’s potential flood risks and potential sources of flooding and offers flood
emergency planning and preparedness tips. It encourages recipients to take preventative actions such as
purchasing flood insurance, elevating or “floodproofing” their buildings, and preventing blockage of
channels, drains, and ditches.
9 These maps are different from Federal Emergency Management Agency regulatory maps.
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4.5.6.8 Secondary Hazards
The most problematic secondary hazard for flooding is bank erosion, which in some cases can be more
harmful than actual flooding. Flooding is also responsible for landslides when high flows over-saturate
soils on steep slopes and cause them to fail. Hazardous materials spills are a secondary hazard of flooding
if storage tanks rupture and spill into streams or storm sewers. (Department of Environmental
Conservation, 2020)
Wildland fires within a watershed can exacerbate flood hazards by virtue of increased rate and volume of
runoff and attendant erosion and sediment discharge. (USGS, 2020)
4.5.6.9 Climate Change Impacts
The effects of climate change are varied and include warmer and more varied weather patterns, melting
ice caps, and poor air quality, for example. As a result, climate change will likely worsen a number of
natural hazards, including flooding. Climate change will shift rainfall patterns, making heavy rains more
frequent in many areas. An increase in heavy rain events will lead to more flooding, including flash floods
that happen suddenly as a result of heavy rain and localized flooding, which involves the pooling of water
in low-lying areas. Heavy rain events can inundate and overwhelm stormwater drainage systems
resulting in localized flooding where pooling of water can cause significant damage to buildings.
Overwhelmed stormwater drainage facilities also create hazardous conditions on roadways where water
pools in low lying areas creating dangerous driving conditions. (US EPA, 2020)
4.5.6.10 Flood Vulnerability Analysis
Both an exposure analysis and Hazus loss estimation analysis were conducted to develop the flood
vulnerability analysis for Mendocino County. Flood exposure numbers were generated using the
inventories outlined in 4.5.6.10.1 County inventories were overlaid with FEMA delineated flood plains to
determine exposure. These risk assessment exposure analysis values do not include Hazus -generated
results.
Hazus flood vulnerability data was generated using a Level 2 Hazus 4.2 analysis. Hazus is a FEMA software
product that uses a GIS to analyze 100-year depth grids derived from FEMA 100-year “A” zones with Base
Flood Elevations (BFE) to estimate loss. Parcel data defined in 4.5.6.10.1 was imported into Hazus as User
Defined Facilities (UDF) and serves as the basis for replacement and content cost estimations as well as
associated loss. Where flood vulnerability is mentioned absent of Hazus, exposure analysis figures are
used. Figure 4-38 displays a snapshot of flood exposure and damage estimation in Unincorporated
Mendocino County.
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4.5.6.10.1 Flood Exposure
The tables and graphs in this section detail the populations, properties, and infrastructure exposed to
flooding in Unincorporated Mendocino County. Flood exposure is categorized by exposure to different
flood hazard zones, including the floodway, flood fringe, 100-year floodplain, and 500-year floodplain. The
tables and graphs also include a category of the 100-year total, which is a combined total of floodway, flood
fringe, and 100-year floodplain categories. The 500-year sans 100-year category includes only the 500-year
floodplain, and the 500-year total includes all of the categories combined. Refer to section 4.5.6 for
floodplain definitions to better understand these flood hazard areas.
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Population
Population counts of those living in the floodplain were generated by analyzing County assessor and
parcel data that intersect with the 100-YR and 500-year floodplains identified on FIRMs. Using GIS, U.S.
Census Bureau information was used to intersect the floodplain, and an estimate of population was
calculated by weighting the population within each census block and track with the percentage of the
flood risk area. Using this approach, Table 4-54 and Figure 4-37 display the results of this analysis showing
how much of the population of Unincorporated Mendocino County is exposed to flood hazard zones.
Figure 4-37: Population Exposure to Flood (Unincorporated County)
Table 4-54: Summary Population Exposure to Flood (Unincorporated County)
Total Population
Unincorporated County 58,995
Flood Hazard Zone Population Count % of Total
Flood Fringe 4,817 8.16%
Floodway 1,393 2.36%
100-YR Total 6,210 10.53%
500-YR sans 100-YR 684 1.16%
500-YR Total 6,894 11.69%
100-YR Coastal 112 0.19%
4,817
1,393
6,210
684
6,894
112
-
1,000
2,000
3,000
4,000
5,000
6,000
7,000
8,000
Flood Fringe Floodway 100-YR Total 500-YR sans 100-
YR
500-YR Total 100-YR Coastal
Population Exposure
Population Count in the 100-Year
and 500-YR Floodplains
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Figure 4-38: FEMA Flood Risk Exposure and Snapshot Map
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Structures and Parcel Value
Table 4-55 summarizes parcels in Unincorporated Mendocino County that are exposed to flood hazard
areas. The beginning of Section 4.5.6 includes definitions of the various flood hazard areas.
Table 4-55: Parcels Exposed to NFIP Flood Zones (Unincorporated County)
Total Parcels
Total Market
Value ($)
Total Content
Value ($) Total Value ($)
Unincorporated County 24,371 $4,544,212,021 $ 2,693,943,855 $7,238,155,876
Flood Hazard Zone Parcel Count % of Total Market Value
Exposure ($)
Content Value
Exposure ($) Total Exposure ($) % of Total
Flood Fringe 896 3.7% $ 177,485,381 $ 134,638,286 $ 312,123,667 4.3%
Floodway 160 0.7% $ 28,994,524 $ 24,936,926 $ 53,931,450 0.7%
100-YR Total 1,056 4.3% $ 206,479,905 $ 159,575,211 $ 366,055,116 5.1%
500-YR sans 100-YR 178 0.7% $ 67,600,174 $ 63,421,266 $ 131,021,440 1.8%
500-YR Total 1,234 5.1% $ 274,080,079 $ 222,996,477 $ 497,076,556 6.9%
100-YR Coastal 2 0.0% $ 1,428,334 $ 714,167 $ 2,142,501 0.0%
Note: The table above does not display loss estimation results; the table exhibits total value at risk based upon the hazard overlay and
Mendocino County Assessor data.
Critical Facilities and Infrastructure
Table 4-56 summarizes the critical facilities and infrastructure located in the flood fringe, floodway, and
100-year and 500-year floodplains of Mendocino County.
Table 4-56: Critical Facility Points in the Floodplain
Infrastructure Type Flood Fringe Floodway 100-YR Total 500-YR sans
100-YR 500-YR Total 100-YR
Coastal
Essential Facility 4 - 4 - 4 -
EOC - - - - - -
Fire Station 4 - 4 - 4 -
Law Enforcement - - - - - -
Medical Facility - - - - - -
High Potential Loss 21 3 24 9 33 -
Adult Residential Facility - - - - - -
Alternative Education Program - - - - - -
Animal Control - - - - - -
Child Care Center - - - - - -
Communication Tower - 1 1 1 2 -
Community Center - - - - - -
Courthouse - - - - - -
Dam 3 1 4 - 4 -
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Infrastructure Type Flood Fringe Floodway 100-YR Total 500-YR sans
100-YR 500-YR Total 100-YR
Coastal
Detention Center - - - - - -
Fairground - - - - - -
Family Child Care Home - - - - - -
Foster Family Agency - - - - - -
Historic Building 2 - 2 - 2 -
Historic Site - - - - - -
Library - - - - - -
Museum - - - - - -
Office 1 - 1 - 1 -
Park and Recreation - 1 1 - 1 -
Power Plant 4 - 4 - 4 -
Real Property Asset* 8 - 8 6 14 -
Residential Child Care - - - - - -
Residential Elder Care Facility 1 - 1 - 1 -
School 2 - 2 1 3 -
Shop - - - 1 1 -
Storage - - - - - -
Wastewater Treatment - - - - - -
Transportation and Lifeline 105 11 116 8 124 1
Airport - - - - - -
Bridge 103 10 113 5 118 1
Bus Facility - - - - - -
Corp Yard - 1 1 - 1 -
NG Station - - - 1 1 -
Substation 2 - 2 1 3 -
Transfer Station - - - 1 1 -
Hazmat 8 - 8 - 8 -
Hazmat 8 - 8 - 8 -
Grand Total 138 14 152 17 169 1
*Real Property Assets are digitized insurance rolls for demonstrating value and ownership and may have
overlapping points with other categories such as fire stations and law enforcement.
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Linear Utilities
It is important to determine who may be at risk if infrastructure is damaged by flooding. Roads or railroads
that are blocked or damaged can isolate residents and can prevent access throughout the county,
including for emergency service providers needing to get to vulnerable populations or to make repairs.
Bridges washed out or blocked by floods or debris also can cause isolation. Water and sewer systems can
be flooded or backed up, causing health problems. Underground utilities can be damaged. Levees can fail
or be overtopped, inundating the land that they protect. Table 4-57 shows critical facilities (linear) in the
floodplain.
Table 4-57: Lifelines in the Floodplain (Unincorporated County)
Lifelines (miles) - Flood Risk Exposure
Infrastructure Type
(linear) Flood Fringe Floodway 100-YR Total 500-YR sans
100-YR 500-YR Total 100-YR
Coastal
Levee 0.5 0.4 1.0 0.2 1.2 -
NG Pipeline 6.4 0.3 6.7 1.3 8.0 -
Railroad 36.9 1.2 38.0 4.8 42.8 -
Street 215.1 19.1 234.3 14.4 248.6 1.5
4WD trail 22.7 0.0 22.7 - 22.7 0.8
4WD trail, major 0.1 - 0.1 - 0.1 -
Alley - - - - - -
Cul-de-sac 0.1 - 0.1 - 0.1 -
Driveway 8.2 6.0 14.2 0.6 14.9 -
Interstate 1.9 0.2 2.1 1.3 3.4 -
Local road 129.7 9.8 139.4 9.2 148.6 0.3
Local road, major 2.5 0.0 2.5 0.2 2.6 -
Primary highway 23.0 0.4 23.4 0.7 24.1 0.3
Ramp 0.3 - 0.3 0.0 0.4 -
Road, parking area - - - 0.1 0.1 -
State/county highway 26.7 2.7 29.4 2.3 31.6 0.1
Thoroughfare, major - - - - - -
Traffic circle - - - - - -
Walkway - - - - - -
Transmission Line 16.1 2.8 19.0 1.0 20.0 -
Grand Total 275.1 23.9 298.9 21.6 320.6 1.5
Roads
Mendocino County Department of Transportation maintains a list of roads throughout the County to
avoid during a flood event. This list can be viewed at the following link:
https://www.mendocinocounty.org/government/transportation/road-closures.
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Water and Sewer Infrastructure
Water and sewer systems can be affected by flooding. Floodwaters can back up drainage systems, causing
localized flooding. Culverts can be blocked by debris from flood events, also causing localized urban
flooding. Floodwaters can get into drinking water supplies, causing contamination. Sewer systems can be
backed up, causing wastewater to spill into homes, neighborhoods, rivers, and streams.
4.5.6.10.2 Flood Damage Estimation
Hazus calculates losses to structures from flooding by analyzing the depth of flooding and type of
structure. Using historical flood insurance claim data, Hazus estimates the percentage of damage to
structures and their contents by applying established damage functions to an inventory. For this analysis,
all non-vacant parcels with current market values were used instead of the default inventory data provided
with Hazus. Table 4-58 and Figure 4-39 shows the 100-year flood loss estimation (based on depth) in NFIP
flood zones by occupancy type. Figure 4-40 and Table 4-60 shows the 500-year flood loss estimation (based
on depth) in NFIP flood zones by occupancy type.
The County’s insurance data was obtained and formatted for use in Hazus for a detailed damage estimation
of County-owned facilities. This combined government dataset has additional information, including the
number of floors, building value, content value, and construction type that greatly enhances Hazus results.
Table 4-59 displays damage estimation for County facilities located in the 100-year flood zone.
Damage Estimation for 100 yr. Floodplain
Table 4-58 and Figure 4-39 display damage estimation summaries for the 100-year floodplain in
Unincorporated Mendocino County by improved parcel and government property loss.
Table 4-58: 100 YR Flood Damage Estimation by Occupancy Type
Building Type Building Damage
($)
Building Damage
(% of total loss)
Content Damage
($)
Content
Damage
(% of
total
loss)
Total Damage ($) Proportion of
Loss (%)
Agriculture $ 9,209,882 11.1% $ 20,644,722 24.8% $ 29,854,604 36%
Commercial $ 1,025,460 1.2% $ 3,196,381 3.8% $ 4,221,840 5%
Education $ 32,827 0.0% $ 177,925 0.2% $ 210,752 0%
Emergency - 0.0% - 0.0% - 0%
Government $ 783,569 0.9% $ 3,099,593 3.7% $ 3,883,162 5%
Industrial $ 1,335,091 1.6% $ 3,360,636 4.0% $ 4,695,727 6%
Religion $ 40,529 0.0% $ 307,588 0.4% $ 348,117 0%
Residential $30,217,642 36.4% $ 9,668,199 11.6% $ 39,885,841 48%
Total $42,644,999 51% $ 40,455,044 49% $ 83,100,044
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Note: Total Inventory Values
1 - Building Replacement Costs = $6,607,442,042
2 - Content Replacement Costs = $3,951,409,020
3 - Total Value = $10,558,851,062
Figure 4-39: 100-YR Flood Damage Estimation by Occupancy
Table 4-59 displays damage estimation for County facilities located in the 100-year flood zone.
Table 4-59: 100 YR Flood Damage Estimation of County Facilities
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The Carriage House 1 $1 $25,000 70% 100% $1 $25,000 $25,001 100%
Willits Library 1 $1,506,515 $2,685,169 0% 0% $0 $0 $0 0%
Grand Total 2 $1,506,516 $2,710,169 35% 50% $1 $25,000 $25,001 1%
$- $5,000,000 $10,000,000 $15,000,000 $20,000,000 $25,000,000 $30,000,000 $35,000,000
Agriculture
Commercial
Education
Emergency
Government
Industrial
Religion
Residential
Content Damage ($)Building Damage ($)
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Damage Estimation for 500 yr. Floodplain
Table 4-60 displays the damage estimation for the 500 yr. floodplain in Unincorporated Mendocino County
by improved parcel. There is no damage estimated to County-owned facilities in the 500-year floodplain.
Table 4-60: Damage Estimation Summary for 500 yr. Floodplain
Building Type Building Damage
($)
Building Damage
(% of total loss)
Content Damage
($)
Content
Damage
(% of
total
loss)
Total Damage ($) Proportion of
Loss (%)
Agriculture 834 0.0 481,052 10.9 481,886 11
Commercial 2,188 0.0 159,610 3.6 161,798 4
Education - 0.0 - 0.0 - 0
Emergency - 0.0 - 0.0 - 0
Government - 0.0 - 0.0 - 0
Industrial 118,289 2.7 235,819 5.4 354,107 8
Religion - 0.0 - 0.0 - 0
Residential 2,582,496 58.6 823,651 18.7 3,406,146 77
Total 2,703,806 61 1,700,132 39 4,403,938
Note: Total Inventory Values
1 - Building Replacement Costs = $6,607,442,042
2 - Content Replacement Costs = $3,951,409,020
3 - Total Value = $10,558,851,062
Figure 4-40: 500 YR Flood Damage Estimation by Occupancy Type
$- $500,000 $1,000,000 $1,500,000 $2,000,000 $2,500,000 $3,000,000
Agriculture
Commercial
Education
Emergency
Governme…
Industrial
Religion
Residential
Content Damage ($)Building Damage ($)
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4.5.6.11 Future Trends in Development
Infrastructure has been developed to protect communities from flood damage- in particular the Coyote
Valley Dam. The County is equipped to handle future growth within flood hazard areas. The County’s
General Plan offers goals and policies to avoid and mitigation flood impacts from new development. The
County’s Floodplain Ordinance (§22.17) further limits and mitigates new development in floodplains.
4.5.6.12 Flood Hazard Problem Statements
As part of the mitigation action identification process, the Planning Committee for the County and for each
jurisdiction identified issues and weaknesses, also called problem statements, for their respective
facilities based on the risk assessment and vulnerability analysis, utilizing the RAMP mapping tool and
flood data. Flood problem statements for the County are listed in Table 4-61; problem statements for all
other planning partners are accessed in Volume 2 of this plan.
Identifying these common issues and weaknesses assists the Planning Committee in understanding the
realm of resources needed for mitigation. The goal is to have at least one mitigation action for every
problem statement. See Table 5-6 for a full list of mitigation actions and the corresponding problem
statements that they address. Each problem statement is coded with a problem number for cross-
referencing between Table 4-61 and Table 5-6.
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Table 4-61 Flood Problem Statements
Problem
No.
Hazard Area of
Concern
Mitigation
Alternatives
Primary
Agency
Problem Description Related MA
ps-FL-MC-
27
Flood Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness ,
NRP - Natural
Resource
Protection , SP
- Structural
Projects
Mendocino
County
The following critical facilities are
located in the 100-YR flood plain:
Residential Elder Care Facility (131
Whitmore LN), Mendocino County
Mental Health Services (221B S Lenore
Ave), Hopland Volunteer FD (151 Henry
Station Rd., 21 Feliz Creek Rd.), Ukiah
Valley Fire Protection District (1301
Talmage Rd.), Covelo Volunteer FD
(75900 Covelo Rd.)
ma-FL-MC-
148, ma-FL-
MC-213
ps-FL-MC-
28
Flood Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness ,
NRP - Natural
Resource
Protection , SP
- Structural
Projects
Mendocino
County
There are approximately 112 County
bridges located in the 100- YR flood
plain. County bridges of concern
include: Tenmile Creek @ Branscomb
Rd., C-101, Hulls Creek @ Hulls Valley
Rd. ford, Grist Creek @ Dobbie Ln. ford,
Mill Creek @ Short Creek Rd. ford,
Town Creek @ Airport Rd. ford, Strong
Mt. Creek @ Sherwood Rd. ford, Tomki
Creek @ Hearst Willits Rd. ford, Cave
Creek @ Tomki Rd. eight fords, Busch
Creek @ Busch Ln. ford, Davis Creek @
Center Valley Road, Tributary Haehl
Creek @ Bray Road, Tributary Garcia
River @ Mamie Laiwa Rd.
ma-FL-MC-210
ps-FL-MC-
29
Flood Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
NRP - Natural
Resource
Protection , SP
- Structural
Projects
Mendocino
County
The Russian River (E of Ukiah)
routinely floods affecting the following
County infrastructure and roads:
Russian River @ Main Street Potter
Valley, C-106, Russian River @ Eastside
Potter Valley Rd. C-103. Russian River
@ Vichy Springs Rd. C-107, Tributary to
Russian River @ East Gobbi St., South
Doolin Creek Tributary to Russian
River @ Fairview Ct & Norgard Ln., Mill
Creek @ Talmage Ct., McClure Creek @
Sanford Ranch Rd., Feliz Creek @ Mt.
House Rd. C-2, Feliz Creek @
MacMillian Dr.,
ma-EW-MC-
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Problem
No.
Hazard Area of
Concern
Mitigation
Alternatives
Primary
Agency
Problem Description Related MA
ps-FL-MC-
30
Flood Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
NRP - Natural
Resource
Protection , SP
- Structural
Projects
Mendocino
County
The Noyo Harbor area experiences
flooding from high river flows and high
tides w/ storm surge that can impact
County roads and infrastructure
ma-FL-MC-213
ps-FL-MC-31 Flood Impact PRV -
Prevention ,
PPRO -
Property
Protection , SP
- Structural
Projects
Mendocino
County
Buildings permitted as “class k”
structures under the building code
could be at a higher risk of flood events
ma-AH-MC-
205
ps-FL-MC-
32
Flood Victim PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness , SP
- Structural
Projects
Mendocino
County
There are approximately 6,068 people
living in the 100-YR flood plain in the
County
ma-FL-MC-
148, ma-FL-
MC-125
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4.5.7 Severe Weather Hazard Profile
Severe weather refers to any dangerous meteorological phenomena with the
potential to cause damage, serious social disruption, or loss of human life.
Severe weather events can be categorized into two groups: those that form over wide
geographic areas are classified as general severe weather; those with a more limited
geographic area are classified as localized severe weather. Severe weather, technically, is not the same as
extreme weather, which refers to unusual weather events at the extremes of the historical distribution for
a given area. (Crop Insurance Solutions, n.d.)
The MJHMP Planning Committee identified two types of severe weather events that typically impact
Mendocino County:
▪ high wind
▪ heavy rain
Some other types of severe weather are discussed in the context of climate change. Those include extreme
heat and fog. The following are characteristics of severe weather events that can occur in Mendocino
County.
High Wind
Damaging winds are classified as those exceeding 60 mph. Damage from such wind accounts for half of
all severe weather reports in the lower 48 states and is more common than damage from tornadoes. Wind
speeds can reach up to 100 mph and can produce a damage path extending for hundreds of miles. There
are seven types of damaging winds:
▪ Straight-line winds—Any thunderstorm wind that is not associated with rotation; this term is used
primarily to differentiate from tornado winds. Most thunderstorms produce some straight-line
winds as a result of outflow generated by the thunderstorm downdraft.
▪ Downdrafts—A small-scale column of air that rapidly sinks toward the ground.
▪ Downbursts—A strong downdraft with horizontal dimensions larger than 2.5 miles resulting in an
outward burst of damaging winds on or near the ground. Downburst winds may begin as a
microburst and spread out over a wider area, sometimes producing damage similar to a strong
tornado. Although usually associated with thunderstorms, downbursts can occur with showers too
weak to produce thunder.
▪ Microbursts—A small, concentrated downburst that produces an outward burst of damaging winds
at the surface. Microbursts are generally less than 2.5 miles across and short-lived, lasting only 5
to 10 minutes, with maximum wind speeds up to 168 mph. There are both wet and dry microbursts.
A wet microburst is accompanied by heavy precipitation. Dry microbursts, common in places like
the high plains and the intermountain west, occur with little or no precipitation reaching the
ground.
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▪ Gust front—A gust front is the leading edge of rain-cooled air that clashes with warmer thunderstorm
inflow. Gust fronts are characterized by a wind shift, temperature drop, and gusty winds out ahead
of a thunderstorm. Sometimes winds push up air above them, forming a shelf cloud or detached
roll cloud.
▪ Derecho—A derecho is a widespread thunderstorm wind caused when new thunderstorms form
along the leading edge of the boundary formed by horizontal spreading of thunderstorm-cooled air.
The word “derecho” is of Spanish origin and means “straight ahead.” Thunderstorms feed on the
boundary and continue to reproduce. Derechos typically occur in summer when complexes of
thunderstorms form over plains, producing heavy rain and severe wind. The damaging winds can
last a long time and cover a large area.
▪ Bow Echo—A bow echo is a linear wind front bent outward in a bow shape. Damaging straight-line
winds often occur near the center of a bow echo. Bow echoes can be 200 miles long, last for several
hours, and produce extensive wind damage at the ground. (The National Severe Storms Laboratory,
n.d.)
Heavy Rain
Heavy rain is described as greater than 4 mm per hour, but less than 8 mm per hour. (United States
Geological Survey, n.d.) Heavy rain can lead to flooding even on dry soil and especially on impervious
surfaces. In urban areas, direct runoff is relatively extensive, not only because of the density of roofs and
impermeable pavements which allow less rain to infiltrate the ground but also because storm -sewer
systems carry more water directly to the streams and lakes. In a more natural or undeveloped area, direct
runoff is considerably less. (United States Geological Survey, n.d.) The average annual rainfall in
Mendocino County ranges from slightly less than 35 inches in the Ukiah area to more than 80 inches near
Branscomb. Most of the precipitation falls during the winter, and substantial snowfall is limited to higher
elevations. Rainfall is often from storms that move in from the northwest. Virtually no rainfall occurs
during the summer months.
4.5.7.1 Plans, Policies, and Regulatory Environment
There are very few formal regulations that pertain directly to severe weather events. The California
Building Code,10 adopted by Mendocino County and the participating jurisdictions, is generally adequate
to properly address development impacts from severe weather events.
10 Available at https://www.dgs.ca.gov/BSC/Codes.
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4.5.7.2 Past Events
Heavy rain and high/strong wind events have been the primary types of severe weather events to occur
in Mendocino County since the year 2000. Table 4-62 summarizes severe weather events in Mendocino
County since 2000, as recorded by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Heavy
rain events are most common, resulting in property damage 13 years out of 19.
4.5.7.3 Location
Severe weather events have the potential to happen anywhere in the planning area. Wind events are most
damaging to areas that are heavily wooded. Heavy rain events can be more impactful in more populous
areas with greater impervious surfaces. The following figures show average weather conditions for
Mendocino County, including:
▪ Figure 4-41: Average Annual Precipitation (1981-210), and
▪ Figure 4-42: Annual Average Wind Speed.
Table 4-63 explains further the classes of wind power density shown in Figure 4-42.
4.5.7.4 Frequency/ Probability of Future Events
Severe weather events since the year 2000 have caused a total of $34,417,000 worth of property damage in
Mendocino County. Severe weather events occur annually in Mendocino County to varying degree, not
always with property damage involved.
High Wind: Figure 4-42 displays average annual wind speeds by power class in Mendocino County and
Table 4-63 describes wind power classes.
Heavy Rain: Figure 4-21 in the Climate Change hazard profile depicts precipitation departure from average.
Even if overall precipitation does not significantly depart from average in the future, heavy rainfall events
are predicted to increase with climate change. (United States Geological Survey, n.d.)
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Table 4-62: Severe Weather Damage Summary by Year 2000-2019
Year Total Property Damage Value ($) Total Crop Damage Value ($)
Heavy Rain Events
2005 0 None reported
2017 2,500,000 None reported
2017 2,000,000 None reported
2017 1,300,000 None reported
2017 7,000,000 None reported
2017 550,000 None reported
2017 3,000,000 None reported
2017 400,000 None reported
2017 2,000,000 None reported
2017 4,500,000 None reported
2017 1,700,000 None reported
2017 1,250,000 None reported
2017 1,200,000 None reported
2017 6,000,000 None reported
2018 0 None reported
2018 0 None reported
2018 0 None reported
2019 0 None reported
2019 0 None reported
High/ Strong Wind
2000 0 None reported
2001 0 None reported
2001 0 None reported
2002 0 None reported
2002 0 None reported
2002 0 None reported
2004 0 None reported
2005 1,000,000 None reported
2006 0 None reported
2015 0 None reported
2015 0 None reported
2017 17,000 None reported
Total 34,417,000 0
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database
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Figure 4-41: Mendocino County - Average Annual Precipitation
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Figure 4-42: Annual Average Wind Speed (Power Class)
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Table 4-63: Classes of Wind Power Density at 10 m and 50 ma
Wind Power Class
10 m (33 ft) 50 m (164 ft)
Wind Power Density
(W/m2) Speedb m/s (mph)
Wind Power Density
(W/m2) Speedb m/s (mph)
1
0 0 0
100 4.4 (9.8) 200 5.6 (12.5)
2 150 5.1 (11.5) 300 6.4 (14.3)
3 200 5.6 (12.5) 400 7.0 (15.7)
4 250 6.0 (13.4) 500 7.5 (16.8)
5 300 6.4 (14.3) 600 8.0 (17.9)
6 400 7.0 (15.7) 800 8.8 (19.7)
7 1000 9.4 (21.1) 2000 11.9 (26.6)
a Vertical extrapolation of wind speed based on the 1/7 power law.
b Mean wind speed is based on Rayleigh speed distribution of equivalent mean wind power density. Wind speed is for standard sea-level
conditions. To maintain the same power density, speed increases 3%/1000 m (5%/5000 ft) elevation.
NOTE: Each wind power class should span two power densities. For example, Wind Power Class = 3 represents the Wind Power Density
range between 150 W/m2 and 200 W/m2. The offset cells in the first column attempt to illustrate this concept.
4.5.7.5 Severity and Extent
The most common problems associated with high wind and heavy rain are immobility and loss of utilities.
Fatalities are uncommon but can occur. Roads may become impassable due to flooding, downed trees, or
a landslide. Power lines may be downed due to high winds, and services such as water or phone may not
be able to operate without power.
High Wind: Windstorms can be a problem in the planning area and could cause damage to utilities. It is
important to note that the predicted wind speed given in wind warnings issued by the National Weather
Service is for a one-minute average; gusts may be 25 to 30 percent higher.
Heavy Rain: Heavy rain has been a problem in Mendocino County and could cause future damage to
facilities and utilities in the planning area. From 2000 to 2019, heavy rain events were the most common
form of severe weather, resulting in property damage 13 years out of 19.
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4.5.7.6 Warning Time
High Wind: Meteorologists can often predict the likelihood of high winds, which can give several days of
warning time. However, meteorologists cannot predict the exact time of onset or severity of high winds.
Some storms may come on more quickly and have only a few hours of warning time. A Red Flag Warning
is issued when warm temperatures, very low humidity, and stronger winds are expected to combine in
order to produce an increased risk of fire danger. (National Weather Service)
Heavy Rain: As with high winds, meteorologists can often predict their likelihood of a storm with heav y
rains. This can give several days of warning time. However, meteorologists cannot predict the exact time
of onset or severity of heavy rain. Some storms may come on more quickly and have only a few hours of
warning time.
4.5.7.7 Secondary Hazards
High Wind: The most significant secondary hazards associated with high winds are falling and downed
trees, downed power lines, and wildfire. High winds can cause damage to properties and destruction of
roadways. It can magnify wildfires and increase their rate of travel.
Heavy Rain: The most significant secondary hazards associated with heavy rains are flooding, which also
includes falling and downed trees, landslides, and downed power lines. Heavy rain can cause damage to
properties and destruction of roadways. Landslides occur when the soil on slopes becomes oversaturated
and fails. Landslides are further outlined as slope failure in Section 4.5.8, while flooding is analyzed in
Section 4.5.6.
4.5.7.8 Climate Change
The effects of climate change are varied and include warmer and more varied weather patterns, such as
melting ice caps and poor air quality. As a result, climate change will likely worsen a number of natural
hazards, including severe weather. The effects of climate change on severe weather are most likely to
create more frequent and prolonged periods of extreme heat. However, climate change will result in
unpredictable temperature fluctuations that could lead to freezing events during the warmer months of
the year, which could have a devastating effect on agriculture. (United States Environmental Protection
Agency, 2016)
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4.5.7.9 Severe Weather Vulnerability Analysis
4.5.7.9.1 Population
It can be assumed that the entire planning area is exposed to some extent to severe weather events.
Certain areas are more exposed due to geographic location and local weather patterns. Populations living
at higher elevations with large stands of trees or power lines may be more susceptible to wind damage and
blackout.
Vulnerable populations such as the elderly, low income or linguistically isolated populations, people with
life-threatening illnesses, and residents living in areas may become isolated from major roads in severe
weather events. Power outages can be life-threatening to those dependent on electricity for life support.
These populations face isolation and exposure during severe weather events and could suffer more
secondary effects of the hazard, and therefore vulnerable populations are of particular concern.
4.5.7.9.2 Property
All property is vulnerable during severe weather events, but properties in poor condition or in particularly
vulnerable locations may risk the most damage. Those in higher elevations and on ridges may be more
prone to wind damage. Property located under or near overhead lines or near large trees may be vulnerable
or may be damaged in the event of a collapse. Crops may be damaged by high wind or heavy rain.
4.5.7.9.3 Critical Facilities and Infrastructure
All critical facilities exposed to flooding are also likely exposed to severe weather. Additional facilities on
higher ground may also be exposed to wind damage or damage from falling trees. The most common
problems associated with severe weather is the loss of utilities. Downed power lines can cause blackouts,
leaving large areas isolated and phone, water, and sewer systems inoperable. Roads may become
impassable due to flooding, downed trees, or landslides.
4.5.7.9.4 Lifelines
Loss of roads or power and communication lines are the primary transportation failures resulting from
severe weather and are mostly due to secondary hazards such as floods, falling and downed trees,
landslides, and wildfire. Landslides caused by prolonged heavy rains can block roads. High winds can
cause significant damage to trees and power lines, blocking roads with debris, damaging transportation
infrastructure, isolating populations, and disrupting ingress and egress routes.
Prolonged obstruction of major routes due to landslides, debris, or floodwaters can disrupt the shipment of
goods and other commerce. Large, prolonged storms can have negative economic impacts on an entire
region.
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Severe windstorms and downed trees can create serious impacts on power and above-ground
communication lines. Loss of electricity and phone connection would leave certain populations isolated
because residents would be unable to call for assistance.
4.5.7.9.5 Future Trends in Development
All future development will be affected by severe storms. The ability to withstand impacts lies in sound
land use practices and consistent enforcement of codes and regulations for new construction. Planning
partners have adopted the California Building Code, which corresponds to the International Building Code,
to meet California mandates. This code is equipped to deal with the impacts of severe weather events.
Land use policies identified in general plans within the planning area also address many of the secondary
impacts, such as flood and landslide, of the severe weather hazard. With these tools, the planning partners
are well equipped to deal with future growth and the associated impacts of severe weather.
4.5.7.9.6 Severe Weather Hazard Problem Statements
As part of the mitigation action identification process, the Planning Committee for the County and for each
jurisdiction identified issues and weaknesses, also called problem statements, for their respective
facilities based on the risk assessment and vulnerability analysis, utilizing the RAMP mapping tool and
flood data. Severe weather problem statements for Mendocino County are listed in Table 4-64; problem
statements for all other planning partners are accessed in Volume 2 of this plan.
Identifying these common issues and weaknesses assists the Planning Committee in understanding the
realm of resources needed for mitigation. The goal is to have at least one mitigation action f or every
problem statement. See Table 5-6 for a full list of mitigation actions and the corresponding problem
statements that they address. Each problem statement is coded with a problem number for cross-
referencing between Table 4-64 and Table 5-6.
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Table 4-64 Severe Weather Problem Statements
Problem
No.
Hazard Area of
Concern
Mitigation
Alternatives
Primary
Agency
Problem Description Related
MA
ps-EW-
MC-53
Extreme
Weather
Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection , SP
- Structural
Projects
Mendocino
County
Heavy rains could create localized flooding
issues around County infrastructure including
buildings and roads, posing a threat to
buildings and creating hazardous travel
condition. The following areas experience
localized flooding due to outdated storm
drainage facilities: Village of Mendocino (
Howard St., Ukiah St., Calpella St., Albion St.,
Lansing St., Main St.); Talmage (Talmage Ct.,
Burk Rd., Glenrob Rd.); Hopland – Old Hopland
(1st St., Center St., St. Mary Ave., McDowell St.,
Sanel St., Howell St.); Redwood Valley at East
Road & School Way; Main St. Potter Valley;
Gualala Rd.;
ma-EW-MC-
207, ma-EW-
MC-207, ma-
EW-MC-208
ps-EW-
MC-54
Extreme
Weather
Threat PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness ,
NRP - Natural
Resource
Protection
Mendocino
County
High winds exacerbate the threat of wildfire ma-AH-MC-
134
ps-EW-
MC-55
Extreme
Weather
Threat PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
NRP - Natural
Resource
Protection
Mendocino
County
High winds can blow trees over presenting
hazards for buildings, roads, and
pedestrians/cars
ma-WS-MC-
118
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4.5.8 Slope Failure Hazard Profile
Landslides, mudflow, debris flow, and rockfall, collectively known as slope failure,
may cause damage across the County. They rarely present a threat to human life, but
often result in a disruption of everyday services, including emergency response
capabilities. Landslides can block transportation routes, dam creeks and drainages,
and contaminate water supplies. When these hazards affect transportation routes,
they are frequently expensive to clean-up and can have significant economic impacts on the County.
(United States Geological Survey, 2004)
For this MJHMP update, four types of slope failure (Landslide, Debris Flow, Rockfall, and Alluvial Fans)
were identified as concerns to the County and are briefly described below.
Landslide
The many types of landslides are categorized based on form and type of movement. They range from slow-
moving rotational slumps and earth flows, which can slowly distress structures but are less threatening
to personal safety, to fast-moving rock avalanches and debris flows that are a serious threat to structures
and have been responsible for most fatalities during landslide events. Many large landslides are complex
and a combination of more than one landslide type. (United States Geological Survey, n.d.)
Mudflow/Debris Flow
When slope material becomes saturated with water, a debris flow may develop. Debris flows can also occur
from horizontal seismic inertia forces induced in a slope from ground shaking. From a geologic
perspective, there are generally two types of debris flows: debris flows related to shallow landslides and
post-wildfire debris flows. (United States Geological Survey, 2005)
Debris flows related to shallow landslides occur on hillslope due to soil failure in which soil liquefies and
runs downhill. This type of debris flow generally results from a shallow landslide (less than 10 to 15 feet
deep) and has a discrete initiation zone depositional area. Shallow landslides tend to occur in winter but
are most likely after prolonged periods of heavy rainfall when soil materials are saturated. Debris flows are
typically more dangerous because they are fast-moving, causing both property damage and loss of life.
(Id.)
Post-wildfire debris flows are a result of post-fire conditions, where burned soil surfaces enhance rainfall
runoff that concentrates in a channel and picks up debris as it moves. The post-fire debris flow has a less
discrete initiation zone but is similar to a debris flow derived from hillslopes in that it may result in
inundation and a detrimental impact on lives and property within its zone of runout and deposition. It can
result in downstream flooding. (Id.)
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An example of a
catastrophic slope
failure is an event that
occurred in Mendocino
County on April 20, 2017,
when significant rainfall
triggered a large
landslide on Highway
101. See Figure 4-43 for a
photograph of this
incident.
Rockfall
Rockfall is the falling of a
newly detached mass of
rock from a cliff or rock
outcrop or a loose rock
that erodes out of
unconsolidated debris
on a hillside and rolls or falls down a very steep slope. Over-steepened slopes like those along roadcuts or
in glaciated terrain are susceptible to rockfall due to the steep slopes that are not highly vegetated or
benched, which can help attenuate rockfall. Rock outcrops that are highly fractured and/or undercut by
weaker rock layers are also susceptible to rockfall. (CGS, 2020)
Alluvial Fan
Alluvial fans consist of sediment deposits leftover from a flood event. The sediment is carried by a flood
and distributed in a fan-like shape. Alluvial fans represent a high risk of natural hazards in the form of
debris flow as the deposited soil remains unstable after the flood event. Alluvial fan channels are located
on footslope landforms in the transition space between valley floodplains and steep mountain slopes and
are preceded by high-gradient, contained channels. Coarse material deposits are formed by the rapid
change in transport capacity as the high energy mountainslope streams spill onto the valley floor. Riparian
areas resemble the shape of the landform which is narrow at the apex and broader at the bottom where
the fan widens. (United States Department of Agriculture)
Figure 4-43: Landslide on Highway 101
Photo by California Highway Patrol https://sanfrancisco.cbslocal.com/2017/04/20/massive -landslide-
shuts-down-highway-101-in-mendocino-county/
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4.5.8.1 Plans, Policies, and Regulatory Environment
Mendocino County General Plan
The 2009 Mendocino County General Plan includes the following policies in the Resource Management
Element and the Development Element to mitigate the effects of slope failure:
Resource Management Element
Policy RM-61: Development shall be located, designed, constructed, and managed as follows to
protect soil resources, and minimize soil loss and erosion:
▪ Slopes over 15 percent: Limit land uses, densities, intensities, and disturbances, vegetation
removal, and hydrologic modifications on slopes exceeding 15 percent.
▪ Slopes 20 percent or more: In addition to standards for slopes over 15%, establish slope
stability requirements for areas with, or directly adjacent to, slopes of 20 percent or
greater within geologic units susceptible to slope failure and areas of mapped landslides.
▪ Slopes 30 percent or more: In addition to standards for slopes over 20%, discourage road and
building site construction in areas that exceed 30 percent slopes or cross slopes.
Action Item RM-61.1: Prior to development, require evaluation of slope stability in areas
with the potential for landslides, including structural foundation engineering and
potential impacts to adjacent lands. The Building Official may waive this evaluation for
existing single-family lots.
Policy RM-62: Discourage development and conversion from rangeland to intensive agriculture in
areas of known landslides or slopes where weak geologic materials are susceptible to land sliding.
Development Element
Policy DE-231: Prior to recordation, new or reconfigured lots in areas zoned for residential,
commercial or industrial use shall demonstrate sufficient areas with acceptable risk of geologic,
seismic, slope and soils-related hazards to accommodate the proposed land uses, densities and
intensities.
Regulation of Cut Surfaces in Mendocino County Code, § 18.70
The Mendocino County Code discusses the regulation of slope via its Grading Code, § 17.28. It requires that
the slope of cut surfaces shall be no steeper than is safe for the intended use and shall be no steeper than
two (2) units horizontal to one (1) unit vertical, the exception being if the applicant furnishes a soils
engineering or an engineering geology report, or both, stating that the site has been investigated and
giving an opinion that a cut at a steeper slope will be stable and not create a hazard to public or private
property.
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4.5.8.2 Past Events
According to NOAA, the most common type of slope failure in Mendocino County is debris flow, which
typically occurs during winter months. Table 4-65 lists the slope failure events that took place in the
County since the year 2000.
Table 4-65: Slope Failure Events in Mendocino County Since 2000
Date Type of Event Property Damage Value ($) Crop Damage
12/28/2005 Debris Flow 3,600,000 None reported
12/28/2005 Debris Flow 8,650,000 None reported
12/28/2005 Debris Flow 8,650,000 None reported
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database
4.5.8.3 Location
The best available predictor of
where slope failure might
occur is the location of past
movements. Past landslides
can be recognized by their
distinctive topographic
shapes, which can remain in
place for thousands of years.
Most landslides recognizable
in this fashion range from a
few acres to several square
miles. Most show no evidence
of recent movement and are
not currently active. A small
proportion of them may
become active in any given
year, with movements
concentrated within all or part of the landslide masses or around their edges.
Recognizing ancient dormant mass movement sites is important to identify current areas susceptible to
flows and slides because they can be reactivated by earthquakes or by exceptionally wet weather. Those
ancient scars also consist of broken materials, frequently involve disruption of groundwater flow, and are
vulnerable to construction-triggered sliding.
Figure 4-44: Mudslide on Highway 1 in Mendocino County
Photo by The San Francisco Chronicle, https://www.sfchronicle.com/bayarea/article/Storm-
watch-Scary-moments-as-landslide-takes-out-6884870.php#photo-9612874
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Mendocino County does have a history of mudflow events that have impacted transportation, access to
more remote residences in the unincorporated county, and caused property damage. Figure 4-44 shows a
2016 mudflow that pressed a Caltrans employee and his dump truck against the side of a guard rail on
Highway 1 in Mendocino County.
Figure 4-45 shows low, moderate, and high landslide risk exposure. The map depicts a general
characteristic of higher risk throughout the county. This map should be used with caution, as site-specific
conditions can make some locations in low to moderate instability areas highly unstable and some high
instability locations more stable.
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Figure 4-45: Landslide Risk Exposure
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4.5.8.4 Frequency/ Probability of Future Occurrences
Slope failures are most frequently triggered in periods of high rainfall. The hazard is greatest in areas with
steep slopes, although slides may occur on slopes of 15 percent or less if the conditions are right. Slope
steepness and underlying soils are the most important factors affecting the landslide hazard. However,
surface and subsurface drainage patterns also affect the landslide hazard, and vegetation removal can
increase the likelihood of a landslide. (United States Geological Survey, 2004)
Slope failures are often triggered by other natural hazards such as earthquakes, heavy rain, floods, or
wildfires, so landslide frequency is often related to the frequency of these other hazards. The probability
of slope failure occurring in Mendocino County is likely (between 10 and 100% annual probability).
4.5.8.5 Severity and Extent
The severity of landslide problems depends upon the local bedrock and soil conditions, including moisture
content, slope, and vegetation. Small landslides are common in the County’s mountain areas as loose
material moves naturally down slope or fires have caused loss of soil-stabilizing vegetative cover. In
addition, many human activities tend to make the earth materials less stable and, thus, increase the
chance of ground failure. Some of the natural non-seismic causes of ground instability are steam and
lakeshore erosion, heavy rainfall, and poor-quality natural materials. Human activities contribute to soil
instability through grading of steep slopes or overloading them with artificial fill, by extensive irrigation,
construction of impermeable surfaces, excessive groundwater withdrawal, and removal of stabilizing
vegetation. (USGS, 2020)
4.5.8.6 Warning Time
Some geologic hazards occur slowly but can have significant property or health consequences, like erosion
and some forms of slope movement or land sliding. The identification of those hazards generally takes
site-specific analysis to determine if the site soils and geology are susceptible to these hazards and what
mitigation is most relevant and prudent for a site. For these types of hazards, warning time is long.
For other hazards, such as debris flows, rockfall, and landslides, warning time is often very short and may
not occur at all. Identifying areas where these events are known have occurred, or which have ideal
characteristics for these hazards to occur, could help with hazard preparedness when triggering-type
events like intense rainfall occur. This identification won’t reduce the warning time, but it will make
proactive response to potential triggering events more effective. (Manconi, 2016)
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4.5.8.7 Secondary Hazards
There are some hazards that can trigger or exacerbate slope failure. Flooding, for example, can undercut
the toe of a slope which can remove the support for the slope and cause a landslide or rockfall. Wildfires
create an immediate hazard of their own and create long-term impacts by altering the soil structure,
impeding its ability to absorb moisture, and destroying vegetation that binds the soil with roots and
absorbs rainfall and runoff with foliage. Post-wildfire, even small rainfall events can create devastating
mudflows, debris flows, and landslides. Areas that are mapped currently as low to moderate risk of these
hazards may have high risk after a wildfire.
4.5.8.8 Landslide Vulnerability Assessment
Figure 4-46 displays landslide susceptibility for population and infrastructure in Mendocino County. This
section discusses exposure to this vulnerability.
4.5.8.8.1 Population
An estimated 37,701 persons, or 65.40% of the County population, are exposed to slope failure areas, as
shown in Table 4-66 below. Population estimates within slope failure areas were generated by analyzing
County assessor and parcel data that intersect with landslide hazard areas identified by California
Geological Survey. Using GIS, U.S. Census Bureau information was used to intersect slope failure hazards
an estimate of population was calculated by weighting the population within each census block and track
with the percentage of slope hazard areas.
Table 4-66: Population Exposure to Landslide Susceptibility
Total Population
Unincorporated County 58,995
Landslide Susceptibility Population Count % of Total
High 28,500 48.31%
Moderate 2,820 4.78%
Low 7,265 12.32%
Total 38,586 65.41%
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Figure 4-46: Landslide Risk Exposure Snapshot
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4.5.8.8.2 Property
Table 4-67 shows the number of parcels, market value exposure and content value exposure in the steep-
slope risk areas. The predominant zoning classes in cities are single-family, vacant and manufactured
homes.
Table 4-67: Property Value Exposed to Landslides.
Total
Parcels
Total Market
Value ($)
Total Content
Value ($) Total Value ($)
Unincorporated County 24,371 $ 4,544,212,021 $ 2,693,943,855 $ 7,238,155,876
Landslide Susceptibility Parcel
Count % of Total Market Value
Exposure ($)
Content Value
Exposure ($) Total Exposure ($) % of Total
Low 4,571 18.8% $ 888,779,787 $ 492,127,263 $ 1,380,907,050 19.1%
Moderate 2,035 8.4% $ 445,434,110 $ 260,278,726 $ 705,712,836 9.7%
High 7,627 31.3% $ 1,246,794,278 $ 715,530,178 $ 1,962,324,456 27.1%
Total 14,233 58% $ 2,581,008,175 $ 1,467,936,166 $ 4,048,944,341 55.9%
4.5.8.8.3 Critical Facilities and Infrastructure
Several types of infrastructure are exposed to mass movements, including transportation, water, sewer,
and power infrastructure. At this time, all infrastructure and transportation corridors identified as exposed
to the landslide hazard are considered vulnerable until more information becomes available. Table 4-68
and Table 4-69 summarize the critical facilities exposed to the slope failure hazard.
Table 4-68: Critical Facility Points with Slope Failure Hazard Risk (Unincorporated County)
Critical Infrastructure - Landslide Susceptibility
Infrastructure Type High Moderate Low
Essential Facility 5 9 22
EOC - - -
Fire Station 4 6 21
Law Enforcement - 1 -
Medical Facility 1 2 1
High Potential Loss 68 40 56
Adult Residential Facility - 1 -
Alternative Education Program - - -
Animal Control - - -
Child Care Center 1 7 1
Communication Tower 37 1 27
Community Center 1 - -
Courthouse - - -
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Critical Infrastructure - Landslide Susceptibility
Infrastructure Type High Moderate Low
Dam 15 1 13
Detention Center - - -
Fairground - - -
Family Child Care Home - - -
Foster Family Agency - - -
Historic Building 1 1 3
Historic Site - - 1
Library - - -
Museum - - -
Office - - -
Park and Recreation 2 2 -
Power Plant - - 2
Real Property Asset* 8 16 1
Residential Child Care - - -
Residential Elder Care Facility 2 - -
School 1 11 8
Shop - - -
Storage - - -
Wastewater Treatment - - -
Transportation and Lifeline 82 27 76
Airport - - 1
Bridge 77 26 73
Bus Facility - - -
Corp Yard - - -
NG Station - - -
Substation 2 1 1
Transfer Station 3 - 1
Hazmat - - -
Hazmat - - -
Grand Total 155 76 154
*Real Property Assets are digitized insurance rolls for demonstrating value and ownership and may have overlapping
points with other categories such as fire stations and law enforcement.
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Table 4-69: Critical Facilities (Linear) with Slope Failure Hazard Risk (Unincorporated County)
Lifelines (miles) - Landslide Susceptibility
Infrastructure Type (Linear) High Moderate Low
Levee 0.0 0.4 -
NG Pipeline 13.0 4.2 8.9
Railroad 78.9 4.8 27.1
Street 4,046.1 211.1 1,443.1
4WD trail 800.2 10.3 259.1
4WD trail, major 20.4 - 4.4
Alley - - -
Cul-de-sac 0.2 0.0 0.2
Driveway 165.3 8.7 52.2
Interstate 18.0 2.6 12.0
Local road 2,579.3 126.5 874.4
Local road, major 68.5 3.1 20.8
Primary highway 101.3 28.8 74.9
Ramp 1.8 2.1 2.0
Road, parking area 0.4 - 0.2
State/county highway 289.2 29.0 141.3
Thoroughfare, major 1.7 - 1.6
Traffic circle - - 0.0
Walkway - - -
Transmission Line 197.9 13.4 66.8
Grand Total 4,336.0 233.9 1,546.0
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4.5.8.8.4 Lifelines
A significant amount of linear infrastructure (or lifelines) can be exposed to mass movements:
▪ Roads—Access to major roads is crucial to life-safety, response, and recovery operations after a
disaster event. Landslides can block egress and ingress on roads, causing isolation for
neighborhoods, traffic problems, and delays for public and private transportation. This can result
in economic losses for businesses.
▪ Bridges—Landslides can significantly impact bridges, by knocking out bridge abutments or
significantly weaken the soil supporting them.
▪ Power Lines—Power lines are generally elevated above steep slopes, but the towers supporting
them can be subject to landslides. A landslide could trigger the failure of the soil underneath a
tower, causing it to collapse and rip down the lines. Power and communication failures due to
landslides can create problems for vulnerable populations and businesses.
4.5.8.9 Future Trends in Development
Mendocino County is equipped to handle future growth within landslide hazard areas. The 2009
Mendocino County General Plan addresses development in areas susceptible to slope failure, and the
County Code implements the grading ordinance and other protective measures.
4.5.8.10 Slope Failure Hazard Problem Statements
As part of the mitigation action identification process, the Planning Committee for the County and for each
jurisdiction identified issues and weaknesses, also called problem statements, for their respective
facilities based on the risk assessment and vulnerability analysis, utilizing the RAMP mapping tool and
flood data. Slope failure hazard problem statements are listed in Table 4-70; problem statements for all
other planning partners are accessed in Volume 2 of this plan.
Identifying these common issues and weaknesses assists the Planning Committee in understand the
realm of resources needed for mitigation. The goal is to have at least one mitigation action for every
problem statement. Projects or actions have been developed to mitigate each problem identified. See Table
5-6 for a full list of mitigation actions and corresponding problem statements that they address. Each
problem statement is coded with a problem number for cross-referencing between Table 4-70 and Table
5-6.
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Table 4-70 Slope Failure Problem Statements
Problem
No.
Hazard Area of
Concern
Mitigation
Alternatives
Primary
Agency
Problem Description Related MA
ps-SF-MC-
22
Slope
Failure
Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness ,
NRP - Natural
Resource
Protection , SP
- Structural
Projects
Mendocino
County
County transportation routes may be
located near high danger landslide
areas, which could result in blocked
roads and dangerous driving
conditions in the event of a landslide.
ma-SF-MC-
225
ps-SF-MC-
23
Slope
Failure
Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness , SP
- Structural
Projects
Mendocino
County
There are approximately 77 County
bridges located in high landslide risk
areas
ma-SF-MC-
225, ma-SF-
MC-151
ps-SF-MC-
24
Slope
Failure
Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness
Mendocino
County
The following critical facilities are
located in a high landslide risk area:
Child Care facility located at 1 School
Way
Garcia Sub Station
Veterans Memorial Building
Community Center
ma-SF-MC-
225, ma-SF-
MC-151
ps-SF-MC-
25
Slope
Failure
Victim PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness ,
NRP - Natural
Resource
Protection
Mendocino
County
There are approximately 27,846 people
living in a high landslide risk area in
the County
ma-SF-MC-
225
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Problem
No.
Hazard Area of
Concern
Mitigation
Alternatives
Primary
Agency
Problem Description Related MA
ps-SF-MC-
26
Slope
Failure
Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness ,
NRP - Natural
Resource
Protection , SP
- Structural
Projects
Mendocino
County
The following County roads are located
in high landslide risk areas and have
experienced damages from landslides
in the past (Albion Little River Rd,
Albion Ridge Rd, Albion River Rd, Alder
Creek Beach Rd, Bald Mountain Rd, Bell
Springs Rd, Black Bart Dr, Blackhawk
Dr, Blue Lake Terrace, Branscomb Rd,
Briceland Rd, Buckeye Rd, Canyon Rd,
Caspar Little Lake Rd, Clover Rd,
Comptche Ukiah Rd, Cow Mountain
Access Rd, Cutoff Rd, Cypress Rd,
Daphne Wy, Deerwood Dr, East Side
Calpella Rd, East Side Potter Valley Rd,
Eel River Rd, Elkhorn Rd, Eureka Hill
Rd, Feliz Creek Rd, Fircrest Dr, Fish
Rock Rd, Flynn Creek Rd, Fort Bragg
Sherwood Rd, Frontage Rd, Garcia River
Rd, Goose Rd, Gualala Rd, Hawk Rd,
Hearst Willits Rd, Henry Station Rd,
Hulls Valley Rd, Iversen Rd, Lake
MendocinoDr, Laytonville Dos Rios Rd,
Lilac Rd, Little River Airport Rd, Low
Gap Rd, Main St, Marina Dr, Mendocino
Pass Rd, Middle Ridge Rd, Mill Creek
Rd, Mina Rd, Mountain House Rd,
Mountain View Rd, Muir Mill Rd,
Navarro Ridge Rd, Nokomis Rd, Oak
Knoll Rd, Ocean Dr, Old Coast Hwy, Old
River Rd, Old State Hwy, Old Toll Rd,
Omega Dr, Orr Springs Rd, Pacific Dr,
Peacock Dr, Philo Greenwood Rd, Pine
Ave, Pine Mountain Rd, Point Cabrillo
Dr, Poonkinney Rd, Poppy Dr, Pratt
Ranch Rd, Primrose Dr, Rancheria Rd,
Redemeyer Rd, Reeves Canyon Rd,
Reynolds Hwy, Ridge Rd, Ridgewy Hwy,
Robinson Creek Rd, Sherwood Rd,
Shimmins Ridge Rd, Short Creek Rd,
Spanish Canyon Dr, Spyrock Rd,
Stoneboro Rd, Ten Mile Rd, Tomki Rd,
Usal Rd, Van Arsdale Rd, Vichy Springs
Rd, Watson Rd, West Rd, West Side Rd,
Wilderness Lodge Rd, Windy Hollow Rd,
Woodland Terrace & Zenia Rd.
ma-SF-MC-
225, ma-SF-
MC-151
ps-SH-MC-
51
Slope
Failure
Threat NRP - Natural
Resource
Protection
Mendocino
County
A lack of erosion control in areas
around steep hillsides will increase the
risk of landslide/mudflow/rockslide
ma-SF-MC-
225
ps-SH-MC-
52
Slope
Failure
Threat NRP - Natural
Resource
Protection
Mendocino
County
A lack of erosion control can contribute
to storm water channels becoming
clogged w/ sediment and debris
ma-SF-MC-
225
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4.5.9 Soil Hazard Profile
Hazards associated with soils in Mendocino County include naturally occurring
asbestos and erosion.
Naturally Occurring Asbestos
Asbestiform minerals occur naturally in rock and soil as the result of natural
geologic processes. Naturally occurring asbestos includes fibrous minerals found in certain types of
rock formations and is commonly found in ultramafic rock, including serpentine rock, and near fault
zones. The amount of asbestos typically present in these rocks ranges from less than 1% up to about
25%, and sometimes more. Not all ultramafic rock contains asbestos; it only has the potential to
contain asbestos. Environmental testing is able to determine if a rock contains asbestos.
Natural weathering or human disturbance can break naturally occurring asbestos down to
microscopic fibers, easily suspended in air. Asbestos fibers are too small to be seen by the naked eye.
They do not dissolve in water or evaporate; they are resistant to heat, fire, and chemical or biological
degradation.
There is no health threat if naturally occurring asbestos remains undisturbed and does not become
airborne. When rock containing asbestos is broken or crushed, asbestos fibers may be released and
become airborne; when airborne naturally occurring asbestos is inhaled, these thin fibers irritate
tissues and resist the body's natural defenses. Asbestos is a known carcinogen and causes cancers of
the lung and the lining of internal organs, as well as asbestosis and other diseases that inhibit lung
function. Covering naturally occurring asbestos with clean soil or planting grass reduces exposure.
(Mendocino County General Plan, 2009)
Erosion
Erosion is the general process whereby the materials of the earth’s crust are worn down, removed by
weathering, and deposited in other places by water or air. Lakeshore erosion is a special problem involving
wave action and can be practically eliminated by proper engineering, construction, and soil stabilization
through vegetative cover. Alluvial fans that form at the base of mountain foothills are a product of erosion
in the watershed above depositing debris on the gentler valley floors, often associated with debris flows.
Development in these areas can be subject to inundation from mud to boulder-sized particles. Within
urbanized areas, the major problem of erosion is from the continued need to remove sediment from
drainage systems and basins. Sedimentation within these systems decreases the volume of flood flows
that the system can handle. (USGS, 2020)
Coastal erosion is classified as either episodic or chronic. Episodic erosion consists of the shore and
backshore adjustment that results from short duration, high intensity meteorological and oceanic storm
events. This type of event response results in shore adjustment and happens during a single storm or
during a series of closely spaced storm events within a storm season. Chronic erosion is associated with
slow, gradual shoreline adjustment associated with sea-level rise, land subsidence, changes in sediment
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supply which result from watershed modifications or dam building, and decadal adjustments in rainfall
and runoff associated with climate change.
Mendocino County may see an increase of 8.3 square miles of erosion with a 1.4-meter sea-level rise
increase. (Pacific Institute, 2009) Such erosion would create more new challenges for local habitat as well
as property owners who reside near the shoreline. (Sea Grant California, 2017) Coho salmon, Chinook
salmon, and steelhead trout habitats are found in large portions of Mendocino County. The status of these
species is of concern to federal, state, and local resource agencies. Wind and flood erosion can result in
sedimentation, which can impact water quality and aquatic health and can result in habitat loss and
general habitat degradation. (Mendocino County General Plan, 2009)
Agriculture is also heavily influenced by erosion. G rowers may choose to implement procedures that
control dust in order to improve visibility, reduce wind erosion and loss of topsoil, minimize damage to
roads and structures, and limit health impacts due to poor air quality. Effective dust control methods
conserve your topsoil, protect your downwind cropped acreage, and support compliance with air quality
regulations. Soils remain viable for production only when soil loss is held below about 5 tons per acre per
year. Figure 4-47 depicts the various stages of erosion typical in agricultural settings.
Figure 4-47: Illustration of various stages of erosion.
Source: Antelope Valley Dustbuster’s Agricultural Guide to Controlling Windblown Sand and Dust, 2010,
http://www.kernair.org/Documents/Dust_Buster/Dustbusters%20Agricultural%20Guide%2010-25-10.pdf
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4.5.9.1 Plans, Policies, and Regulatory Environment
Naturally Occurring Asbestos
California State Naturally Occurring Asbestos Regulations: Title 17 CCR 93105
The state of California requires all districts to regulate any grading, quarrying, and surface mining
operations, which have the potential to cause public health problems. Districts must either implement and
enforce State regulations provided in section one of 17 CCR 93105 or propose their own asbestos airborne
toxic control measure as provided in the Health and Safety Code section 39666(d).
Mendocino District Naturally Occurring Asbestos Policy
The District requires an evaluation and report by a State registered geologist to determine that any
observed naturally occurring asbestos is below levels of regulatory concern in areas being disturbed. If the
levels are above regulatory concern, the District requires applicants to follow mitigation measures detailed
in Title 17, CCR, Section 93105(d), and (e).
Erosion
Healthy Soils Action Plan
The California Healthy Soils Action Plan was created by a collaboration of state agencies and departments,
which are referred to as the Healthy Soils Initiative. They are headed by the California Department of Food
and Agriculture. The California Healthy Soils Action Plan is meant to promote the development of healthy
soils on California’s farm and ranchlands. The benefits of healthy soil include increased plant health and
yields, water retention, greenhouse gas sequestration, and reduced sediment erosion and dust. There are
five primary actions which the Healthy Soils Initiative promotes:
▪ the protection and restoration of soil organic matter in California’s soils
▪ the identification of sustainable and integrated financing opportunities to facilitate healthy soils
▪ the provision for research, education, and technical support to facilitate healthy soils
▪ increased governmental efficiencies to enhance soil health on public and private lands
▪ the promotion of interagency coordination and collaboration to support soils and related state
goals
California Local Coastal Program
The California Legislature passed the Coastal Act in 1976, which created a mandate for coastal counties to
manage the conservation and development of coastal resources through a planning and regulatory
program called the Local Coastal Program. The Local Coastal Program is a planning document that
identifies the location, type, densities, and other ground rules for future development in the coastal zone.
Mendocino County has incorporated these mandates into the County’s General Plan under the Mendocino
County Coastal Element, which was adopted by the Board of Supervisors on November 5, 1985 and certified
by the California Coastal Commission on November 20, 1985..
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Protection of Air, Soil, and Water Quality in Mendocino County Code, § 9.33
The Mendocino County Code includes a provision that prohibits certain open burning to protect air quality
by reducing the amount of pollutants in the air. It also prohibits open burning to protect soil and water
quality. This code requirement reduces the amount of pollutants in the soil and water and consequently
protects the public health and welfare.
Erosion Control in Mendocino County Code, § 18.70.130, § 20.492
The Mendocino County Code provides ordinances for mitigating erosion, which includes preparing and
maintaining the faces of cut and fill slopes against erosion and other devices. The preparation and
maintenance of cut and fill slope faces include effective planting and the use of check dams, cribbing,
riprap, or other devices. (§ 18.70.130) Subsequent standards establish conditions to minimize any
disturbance to soils, drainage patterns, geology, and topography. In particular, erosion standards are
intended to minimize any impacts to erosion rates. Provisions encourage existing vegetation to be
maintained on construction sites, the reseeding of any disturbed soils, and the regulation of development
on sloped over 30 percent. (§ 20.492)
Mendocino County General Plan
The 2009 Mendocino County General Plan includes the following policies, implementation measures, and
goals in the Resource Management Element and the Coastal Element to mitigate the effects of soil erosion
and naturally occurring asbestos:
Resource Management Element
Policy RM-48: Reduce potential health hazards from disturbance in areas classified as likely to
contain Naturally Occurring Asbestos (NOA).
Action Item RM-48.1: Work with the Mendocino County Air Quality Management District
to enforce standards for development within areas likely to contain Naturally Occurring
Asbestos, including road construction, surface mining and grading operations.
Policy RM-49: Prohibit new road construction through areas with known Naturally
Occurring Asbestos when feasible alternative transportation modes or routes are available.
Policy RM-59: Promote soil conservation practices by public and private landowners and
managers.
Policy RM-63: Promote clustering and density transfers where appropriate to reduce soil loss and
impacts to watersheds and fisheries.
Policy RM-64: Continue to identify and reduce soil erosion and sedimentation associated with
lands, facilities and operations owned or operated by the County.
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Coastal Element
Policy 3.4-1: The County shall review all applications for Coastal Development permits to determine
threats from and impacts on geologic hazards arising from seismic events, tsunami runup,
landslides, beach erosion, expansive soils and subsidence and shall require appropriate mitigation
measures to minimize such threats. . .
4.5.9.2 Past Events
Naturally Occurring Asbestos: Naturally occurring asbestos emerged as a major issue in California
beginning in El Dorado County with front-page news on March 29, 1998, resulting in public outcry and
concern. As a result of the media attention on this issue, the county began screening sites for naturally
occurring asbestos, tightening construction standards and requiring dust control measures on
construction sites. The state banned the use of gravel containing asbestos above the detection level of 0.25
percent, conducted an air monitoring program to assess ambient concentrations of asbestos in the
community and in other California counties,
and produced a detailed geological map of rock
formations in western El Dorado County more
likely to contain asbestos.
What started in El Dorado County resulted in
major changes to rulemaking for all counties
in California and stringent requirements for
school projects. Agencies involved in
oversight and regulation include the California
Air Resources Board, the Department of Toxic
Substances Control, the Department of
Conservation, the U.S. Geological Survey, the
Division of Occupational Safety and Health
(better known as Cal OSHA), the Agency for
Toxic Substances, and the Disease Registry
and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
(Mendocino County MJHMP, 2014)
Erosion: Mendocino County has a number of areas susceptible to erosion. Ongoing erosion of local beaches
and inland areas where soils possess low-density or low-strength properties. A critical issue related to
erosion in Mendocino is sedimentation in local watersheds. Erosion from barren or poorly vegetated soils,
erosion from the toes of slides along stream channels, and sediments from roads all contribute to degraded
surface water quality issues in the county. Slopes are an additional factor in soil erosion in the County.
The greater the slope, the greater the erosion hazard, especially if the soil is bare.
Figure 4-48: Naturally Occurring Asbestos Formation
Source: Mendocino County Air Quality Management District
http://www.co.mendocino.ca.us/aqmd/natural-occurring-
asbestos.html
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4.5.9.3 Location
Naturally occurring asbestos: In California, ultramafic rock, including serpentine rock, are often
located in veins near earthquake faults in the coastal ranges and the foothills of the Sierra Nevada
mountains. This type of rock is present in at least 44 of California’s 58 counties. NOA is most prevalent
in the eastern portion of the county; however, when airborne, it can become a risk for the entire county.
The Air Quality Management District is responsible for enforcing state regulations regarding NOA in
Mendocino County. Additionally, in 2003 the Natural Resources Conservation Service, the Mendocino
County Department of Transportation, and Mendocino County GIS worked to develop a map of the
areas in the County with a high probability of encountering serpentine or ultramafic rock formation.
Consequently, additional mapping has been completed to track the possible presence of NOA; in 2005,
the Mendocino County Air Quality Management District developed a map illustrating areas of concern,
and in 2008, the USDA Forest Service released a map of the areas more likely to contain NOA for the
Mendocino National Forest. (Id.) Figure 4-49 depicts areas where NOA has been found in the County
and areas of concern for NOA within the County.
Erosion: Areas susceptible to erosion occur throughout the County, where surface soils possess low-
density and low-strength properties. Erosion is generally located along coastal beaches, areas along
surface waters, areas that have recently experienced the effects of wildfires, and it is also associated with
landslides which occur in areas of the County with steep inclines, generally more inland. (Mendocino
County, 2008)
4.5.9.4 Frequency/ Probability of Future Occurrences
Naturally occurring asbestos is present in Mendocino County and will continue to be. Since naturally
occurring asbestos by definition is naturally occurring the County cannot control the presence of NOA,
but the County can work to reduce the effects of naturally occurring asbestos. A variety of regulations
have been put into place to reduce exposure to naturally occurring asbestos and to protect those when
there is a potential for exposure. An example of naturally occurring asbestos mitigation includes
covering asbestos-containing soils and slopes with dirt, grass or concrete, as appropriate for a site, as
well as preventing dust emissions by wetting all soils at a site and those being brought to the site. There
is a 100 percent chance that naturally occurring asbestos will continue to be present in Mendocino
County; however, the effect of naturally occurring asbestos on the County is unknown due to the
variety of factors involved in determining the effect of naturally occurring asbestos exposure.
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Figure 4-49: Naturally Occurring Asbestos
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Erosion: Climate change has resulted in sea-level rise which is contributing to coastal erosion
throughout California. It will also create a variance in terms of frequency and intensity of rainfall which
also causes erosion, and which consequently results in the increased sedimentation of rivers, lakes,
and streams. These changes have already been observed. While the impacts of climate change are
predicted to increase regionally, the ability to predict their rate of occurrence at local scales is still
limited. (United States Environmental Protection Agency, 2016)
4.5.9.5 Severity and Extent
Naturally Occurring Asbestos: If asbestos fibers are in the air, it is possible for the asbestos fibers to enter
one’s lungs. Breathing in the fibers is the primary way that people are exposed to asbestos. Asbestos fibers
may remain in the lungs for a lifetime. In some cases, the fibers might damage the lungs or the membranes
that cover the lungs, leading to illness and even death. Most people do not show signs or symptoms of
asbestos-related disease until 10 to 20 years or more after they were exposed. (Mendocino County MJHMP,
2014)
Sources of asbestos emissions include unpaved roads or driveways surfaced with ultramafic rock,
construction activities in ultramafic rock deposits, or rock quarrying activities where ultramafic rock is
present. (Id.) Figure 4-48 depicts a naturally occurring asbestos formation.
Erosion: Erosion can be a hazard for development, especially for construction near slopes with steep
inclines. The greater the slope, the greater the erosion hazard, especially if the soil is bare. Most of the
County has only a slight erosion hazard (slopes less than 9 percent), except for Redvine soils, which have
a moderate hazard. Soils on 9 percent slopes and greater have a moderate erosion hazard, and soils on
slopes greater than 15 percent have a high erosion hazard.
4.5.9.6 Secondary Hazards
Naturally Occurring Asbestos: There are no significant secondary hazards associated with asbestos.
Secondary exposure to asbestos causes the same effects as primary exposure.
Erosion: Secondary hazards from erosion can include sedimentation and poor site construction
conditions.
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4.5.9.7 Soil Hazard Vulnerability Assessment
This soil hazard vulnerability assessment considers both naturally occurring asbestos and erosion.
Naturally occurring asbestos has delineated hazard boundaries and quantifiable exposure and damage
estimations, and thus tables and snapshot summary maps are included for this subhazard.
4.5.9.7.1 Population
Soil hazards pose a threat to the population of Mendocino County. Asbestos occurring near residential
areas threatens the populations that live in those areas. Table 4-71 displays the potential population
exposure to naturally occurring asbestos in the unincorporated county. Figure 4-50 displays an
accompanying visual of population exposure summaries.
Population throughout Mendocino County may be vulnerable to erosion. The primary county vulnerability
comes from coastal erosion along shorelines, in particular along bluffs. Dune erosion is projected to
increase in the future due to climate change and sea level rise. 1.4 meters of sea level rise may produce 8.3
miles of erosion in Mendocino County, which leaves 930 people vulnerable to erosion under such a
scenario. (Cal. Climate Change Center, 2009, pp. 83-84)
Table 4-71: Population Exposure to Naturally Occurring Asbestos (Unincorporated County)
Total Population
Unincorporated Mendocino County 58,995
Naturally Occurring Asbestos Area Population Count % of Total
Within Risk Zone 20,571 34.87%
4.5.9.7.1 Property
This Section calculates the assets at risk of naturally occurring asbestos in those severity zones. See Table
4-72 that utilizes County parcel information to calculate exposure. In some cases, a parcel will be within
multiple zones, and for this exercise every parcel with a square footage value greater than zero was
developed in some way. Only improved parcels were analyzed.
Property in Mendocino County may also be vulnerable to erosion. In general, coastal erosion presents more
vulnerability. Because much of the County is protected shoreline, there is no data available on the private
property impacts from future coastal erosion. Anecdotally, the City of Point Arena experiences impacts to
private commercial properties at Arena Cove from coastal erosion and sea level rise, as highlighted in
Volume 2.
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Table 4-72: Imp. Parcels and Content w/i Nat. Occurring Asbestos Areas (Uninc. Co.)
Total
Parcels
Total Market
Value ($)
Total Content
Value ($) Total Value ($)
Unincorporated County 24,371 $ 4,544,212,021 $ 2,693,943,855 $ 7,238,155,876
Naturally Occurring
Asbestos Area
Parcel
Count % of Total Market Value
Exposure ($)
Content Value
Exposure ($) Total Exposure ($) % of Total
Within Risk Zone 7,721 31.7% $ 1,444,250,947 $ 909,637,874 $ 2,353,888,821 32.5%
4.5.9.7.1 Critical Facilities
Critical facilities can be affected by asbestos and erosion. The indirect effects of asbestos would
compromise the health of those responsible for operating and maintaining critical facilities. Table 4-73
and Table 4-74 both display critical infrastructure located in areas with known naturally occurring
asbestos.
Erosion can limit the ability of roads to serve as conduits to critical facilities. It can also compromise the
facilities themselves if they are built on areas susceptible to it. In Mendocino County, 13 miles of highway
are vulnerable to future erosion impacts from a 1.4 m sea level rise along the Pacific Coast. 25 miles of other
roads are vulnerable and no railways are vulnerable. (Cal. Climate Change Center, 2009, p. 85)
Table 4-73: Critical Facility Exposure to Naturally Occurring Asbestos Areas (Unincorporated County)
Critical Infrastructure - Naturally Occurring Asbestos Area
Infrastructure Type Within Risk Zone
Essential Facility 20
EOC -
Fire Station 15
Law Enforcement 2
Medical Facility 3
High Potential Loss 116
Adult Residential Facility 3
Alternative Education Program -
Animal Control -
Child Care Center 7
Communication Tower 22
Community Center 2
Courthouse -
Dam 16
Detention Center -
Fairground -
Family Child Care Home 1
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Critical Infrastructure - Naturally Occurring Asbestos Area
Infrastructure Type Within Risk Zone
Foster Family Agency -
Historic Building 1
Historic Site -
Library -
Museum -
Office 4
Park and Recreation 2
Power Plant 9
Real Property Asset* 14
Residential Child Care -
Residential Elder Care Facility -
School 27
Shop 2
Storage 6
Wastewater Treatment -
Transportation and Lifeline 109
Airport -
Bridge 100
Bus Facility -
Corp Yard 1
NG Station -
Substation 6
Transfer Station 2
Hazmat 6
Hazmat 6
Grand Total 251
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*Real Property Assets are digitized insurance rolls for demonstrating value and ownership and may have overlapping
points with other categories such as fire stations and law enforcement.
Table 4-74: Lifelines in Naturally Occurring Asbestos Areas (Unincorporated County)
Lifelines (miles) - Naturally Occurring Asbestos Area
Infrastructure Type (Linear) Within Risk Zone
Levee 2.6
NG Pipeline 33.1
Railroad 60.6
Street 1,476.3
4WD trail 194.5
4WD trail, major 6.1
Alley -
Cul-de-sac 0.5
Driveway 79.2
Interstate 19.3
Local road 952.7
Local road, major 19.6
Primary highway 75.0
Ramp 6.2
Road, parking area 0.5
State/county highway 122.1
Thoroughfare, major 0.7
Traffic circle -
Walkway -
Transmission Line 140.8
Grand Total 1,713.3
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Figure 4-50: Naturally Occurring Asbestos Exposure & Vulnerability and Snapshot Map
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4.5.9.8 Future Trends in Development
Naturally occurring asbestos: Future development has the potential to increase asbestos and erosion
related issues in Mendocino County. Asbestos in and of itself will increase as a hazard threat; however, as
population increases in the county, new residential developments might be located nearer to areas with
higher concentrations of naturally occurring asbestos. It is thus important to ensure new development
occurs with due consideration of these areas. The Mendocino County General Plan acknowledges asbestos
issues throughout Mendocino County, and the County currently permits grading and excavation activities
to ensure those activities take proper precautions around naturally occurring asbestos areas.
Erosion: Similarly, the County is well-poised to prevent and mitigate development occurring in highly
erodible areas through its General Plan and Code. The County and coastal jurisdictions continue to prepare
for predicted and experienced increased coastal erosion in key areas such as Arena Cove in Point Arena.
4.5.9.9 Soil Hazard Problem Statements
As part of the mitigation action identification process, the Planning Committee for the County and for each
jurisdiction identified issues and weaknesses, also called problem statements, for their respective
facilities based on the risk assessment and vulnerability analysis, utilizing the RAMP mapping tool and
flood data. Agricultural disaster hazard problem statements are listed in Table 4-75; problem statements
for all other planning partners are accessed in Volume 2 of this plan.
Identifying these common issues and weaknesses assists the Planning Committee in understand the
realm of resources needed for mitigation. The goal is to have at least one mitigation action for every
problem statement. Projects or actions have been developed to mitigate each problem identified. See Table
5-6 for a full list of mitigation actions and corresponding problem statements that they address. Each
problem statement is coded with a problem number for cross-referencing between Table 4-75 and Table
5-6.
Table 4-75 Ag Disaster Problem Statements
Problem
No.
Hazard Area of
Concern
Mitigation
Alternatives
Primary
Agency
Problem Description Related MA
ps-SH-MC-
49
Soil Hazard Impact PRV -
Prevention ,
NRP - Natural
Resource
Protection
Mendocino
County
Areas with natural occurring asbestos
presents challenges for construction
that involves disturbance of soil
ma-SH-MC-
206
ps-SH-MC-
50
Soil Hazard Impact PRV -
Prevention ,
NRP - Natural
Resource
Protection
Mendocino
County
Coastal erosion can impact
infrastructure and buildings located in
coastal areas of the County
ma-SH-MC-
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4.5.10 Wildfire Hazard Profile
A wildfire is any uncontrolled fire occurring on undeveloped land that requires fire
suppression. Wildfires can be ignited by lightning or by human activity such as
smoking, campfires, equipment use, and arson. The 2018 California State Hazard
Mitigation Plan defines wildfires as:
any free-burning vegetative fire that initiates from an unplanned ignition,
whether natural (e.g., lightning) or human-caused (e.g., powerlines,
mechanical equipment, escaped prescribed fires), where the management
objective is full suppression. (California Office of Emergency Services, 2018,
p. 507)
Wildfires are costly, putting lives and property at risk and compromising rivers and watersheds, open
space, timber, range, recreational opportunities, wildlife habitats, endangered species, historic and cultural
assets, scenic assets, and local economies. Vulnerability to flooding increases due to the destruction of
forest and ground cover within watersheds. The potential for significant damage to life and property
increases in areas where development is adjacent to densely vegetated areas, known as wildland-urban
interface (WUI) areas. (FEMA, 2020)
While some fires are allowed to burn naturally in order to maintain or restore the health of forest lands,
out of control wildfires, need to be prevented through cooperative, community, and land management
planning. (United States Forest Service, n.d.)
4.5.10.1 Local Conditions Relating to Wildfire
Mendocino County is bounded by the Pacific Ocean to the west, Sonoma County to the south, Lake County
to the southeast and east, Glenn and Tehama Counties to the east and northeast, Trinity County to the
north and east, and Humboldt County to the north. The borders with Glenn and Tehama Counties are
completely within the Mendocino National Forest in the county’s northeastern portion. Jackson State
Forest extends throughout all of the western portion of the County. The County possesses many vegetative
fuel types including grass, oak woodlands, brush, mixed chaparral, timber, and cut-over slash. Brush
consists primarily of chamise on the south and west-facing slopes and mixed chaparral on the north and
east-facing slopes. (Mendocino Fire Safe Council, 2019)
Mendocino County has dry summers where little to no rain falls from early June through late October. The
weather can also vary greatly between different portions of the County on the same day. Additionally,
when the Sacramento Valley experiences warmer temperatures, deeper fog intrudes from the ocean up
the coastal drainages, and the inland valleys become windier. The County experiences 40 to 100 inches of
annual rainfall, depending on the location, elevation, and weather patterns, and the declared fire season
in Mendocino County typically lasts from early June to mid or late October. The fire season is a time of
increased risk of conflagration to residential and other development within the County. Conflagration is
an extensive fire that destroys a great deal of land or property. The hilly and mountainous terrain on the
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east and west side of the Central Valley strongly influences both wildland fire behavior and fire
suppression capabilities. (Id.)
Wind is also a significant factor in the spread of fire, as fires spread faster, and burning embers are carried
with the wind to adjacent exposed areas. In densely-populated areas, flying ember production is the
principal driver of wildfire. A related concern in built-out areas is the relative density of vegetative fuels
that can serve as sites for new spot fires within the urban core and spread to adjacent structures. (Id.)
4.5.10.1.1 Sudden Oak Death
The County is also at risk of increased wildfire due to what is referred to as sudden oak death. Sudden oak
death is caused by Phytophthora ramorum, a pathogen, which has been responsible for massive die-offs
of true oak (Quercus spp.) and tanoak (lithocarpus densiflorus) in coastal regions of both California and
Oregon. These die-offs become a source of fuel and have consequently become an increasing concern for
their potential to increase fire intensity throughout the region. (Yana S. Valachovic et al., 2011) Climate
change, more frequent droughts, and pathogen exposure are all necessary risks to consider when taking a
proactive approach to ensuring long-term oak health and mitigating wildfire risk.
4.5.10.1.2 Human-caused Wildfires and Urban Conflagration
One of the primary causes of wildfire ignition are humans. Nearly 85% of wildland fires in the United States
are caused by humans. Human-caused fires can be caused by campfires that are left unattended,
equipment use and malfunction, intentional acts of arson, and carelessly discarded cigarettes. (National
Park Service, 2018)
Conflagration is typically characterized as a fire that occurs in the built environment, beginning with one
structure and quickly spreading to many more. It can be caused by criminal acts such as illegal explosives,
or civil unrest, or residential accidents such as improper user of electrical and heating appliance, by
industrial accidents such as transportation accidents, or acts of nature such as lightning. Within
Mendocino County, the cities of Fort Bragg, Point Arena, Ukiah, and Willits do not have a significant history
of urban conflagration. Fires within these urban areas have for the most part been quickly contained.
However, the 1906 earthquake resulted in a fire that threatened the entire City of Fort Bragg. The fire
downtown burned the entire block bordered by Franklin, Redwood, and McPherson streets, plus the west
side of Franklin. The west Franklin block burned down to approximately one half a block beyond the
intersection of Redwood and Franklin. (Mendocino 2014 MJHMP, 2014) Many jurisdictions in Mendocino
County to have historic, dense, wood-built downtowns that are susceptible to conflagration events. Since
this Hazard Mitigation Plan focuses on natural hazards, urban conflagration is not profiled.
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4.5.10.1.3 Lightning
While humans cause the vast majority of wildfires, lightning-triggered wildfires burn about 60% of all
acreage. (Climate Central, 2013) Climate change is predicted to increase the occurrence of lightning as
much as 12 percent per every degree Celsius (about 2°F) rise in global temperatures, which could be as
much as a 50 percent increase in lightning by the end of the century. (Thompson, 2014) This prediction is
a blanket average increase across the continental United States; increases could be higher or lower
depending on the distribution of increases over seasons or geographically. (Id.)
4.5.10.1.4 Wildland-urban interface
Human-caused wildfires are often prevalent in the wildland-urban interface (WUI). As development in
many places in California has encroached on wildlands, wildfire risks have increased. Forests and
grasslands are located throughout Mendocino County, side by side with residences and small
communities. Even some of the more urban areas, such as of the lands surrounding Ukiah, are at risk from
wildland fires. The potential fire hazard is exacerbated by the hot, dry summers typically experienced
throughout most of the county and by the mountainous terrain. (Mendocino County General Plan, 2009)
These are boundary areas where structures and other human development meet or intermingle with
undeveloped wildland or vegetation fuels. (National Wildfire Coordinating Group, n.d.)
4.5.10.1.5 De-energization/ PSPS Events
Recent wildfire events have been linked to faulty electric transmission equipment, which in turn has led
to public safety power shutoffs (PSPS), also referred to as de-energization. (California Public Utilities
Commission, 2020) Pacific Gas and Energy (PG&E) reached a 13.5 billion dollar settlement and pled guilty
to 84 counts of manslaughter as its transmission facilities sparked wine country blazes in 2017 and the
fire that nearly destroyed the town of Paradise in 2018. (Blume, 2019) In order to avoid these catastrophic
wildfire events, electric utility companies have started massive, and preemptive power shutoffs in high
wind events to avoid sparking fires. This leaves communities and essential facilities without power, a
particular challenge in preparing for and responding to hazard events and assisting vulnerable
populations. (California Public Utilities Commission, 2020, p. 5) The increased frequency of PSPS events
has renewed focus addressing the loss of power in hazard mitigation in Mendocino County as well as
around the state.
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4.5.10.2 Plans, Policies, and Regulatory Environment
Wildfire Protection Responsibility in California
Local, state, tribal, and federal organizations all have legal and financial responsibility for wildfire
protection. In many instances, two fire organizations have dual primary responsibility on the same parcel
of land—one for wildfire protection and the other for structural fire protection. To address wildfire
jurisdiction responsibilities, in 1981 the California State Legislature outlined various wildfire
responsibilities, described below, in Cal. Pub. Res. Code § 4291.5 and Cal. Health & Safety Code § 13108.5:
▪ Federal Responsibility Areas (FRAs)—FRAs are fire-prone wildland areas that are owned or
managed by a federal agency such as the U.S. Forest Service, National Park Service, Bureau of Land
Management, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, National Park Service, or U.S. Department of Defense.
Primary financial and rule-making jurisdiction authority rests with the federal land agency. In
many instances, FRAs are interspersed with private land ownership or leases. Fire protection for
developed private property is usually the responsibility of the relevant local government agency,
not the relevant federal land management agency.
▪ State Responsibility Areas (SRAs)—SRAs are lands in California where the California Department
of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) has legal and financial responsibility for wildfire
protection. CAL FIRE administers fire hazard classifications and building standard regulations in
these areas. SRAs are defined as lands that:
o are in the unincorporated county areas,
o are not federally-owned,
o have wildland vegetation cover rather than agricultural or ornamental plants,
o have row crops or seasonal crops, or
o have watershed, range, or forage values.
CAL FIRE adopts SRA boundaries and updates them every 5 years. Where SRAs contain structures
or development, the relevant local government agencies have fire protection responsibility for
those improvements.
▪ Local Responsibility Areas (LRAs)—LRAs include land in cities, cultivated agriculture lands,
unincorporated non-flammable areas, and lands that do not meet the criteria for SRA or FRA. LRA
fire protection is typically provided by city or county fire departments, fire protection districts, or
by CAL FIRE under contract to local governments. LRAs may still include areas of flammable
vegetation and WUI.
In 2012, as part of local General Plan requirements, California began requiring local governments in State
Responsibility Areas (SRAs) and Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones (VHFHSZ) to:
▪ Update their general plan safety elements to recognize specific wildfire risks in such areas,
▪ Adopt special findings when approving subdivisions in such areas, and
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▪ Use wildfire safety guidelines and California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) initial study
wildfire hazards checklist updates issued by the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research (OPR)
when those become available. Cal. Gov. Code § 65040.20 and § 65302.5.
For further information on the details and implications of these Safety Element requirements, see Progress
Summaries 3.F and 8.A of the 2018 California State Hazard Mitigation Plan.
CAL FIRE/ Mendocino County Cooperative Fire Protection Agreement
Since the 1940s, local government entities such as cities, counties and districts have contracted with CAL
FIRE to provide many forms of emergency services for their communities. CAL FIRE provides full-service
fire protection to many of the citizens of California through the administration of 145 cooperative fire
protection agreements in 33 of the State's 58 counties, 30 cities, 32 fire districts and 25 other special
districts and service areas. As a full-service fire department CAL FIRE responds to wildland fires, structure
fires, floods, hazardous material spills, swift water rescues, civil disturbances, earthquakes, and medical
emergencies of all kinds. Mendocino County and Ukiah have Cooperative Fire Protection Agreements with
CAL FIRE.
Healthy Forests Restoration Act (2003)
The federal Healthy Forests Restoration Act (HFRA) appropriates funding to address five main sub-
categories of the National Fire Plan (NFP): preparedness, suppression, reduction of hazardous fuels,
burned-area rehabilitation, and state and local assistance to firefighters. Mendocino County Community
WPPs have integrated these sub-categories through the following four best practices:
1. identifying and prioritizing fuels reduction opportunities across the landscape
2. addressing structural ignitability
3. assessing community fire suppression capabilities
4. collaborating with stakeholders
California Fire Code (2019)
Mendocino County has adopted the 2019 Edition of the California Fire Code to safeguard the public health,
safety, and general welfare from the hazards of fire, explosion, or dangerous conditions in new and existing
buildings, structures, and premises, and to provide safety and assistance to firefighters and emergency
responders during emergency operations. Section (§18.04.025) of the Mendocino County Code applies the
2019 California Fire Code, which describes what is required for a Fire Protection Plan, applicable to all new
development within the Wildland-Urban Interface Fire Area. It stipulates that such a plan addresses water
supply, access, fire resistance of buildings, fire protection systems and equipment, defensible space, and
vegetation management.
California Building Code (2019)
The 2019 California Building Code, adopted by the County in 2020, includes materials and construction
methods for exterior wildfire exposure and standards of quality for fire-resistant buildings. See Cal.
Building Codes, Chapter 7a (2019).
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Title 24 California Code of Regulations
The California Building Standards Code, Title 24, which incorporates the California Fire Code, is adopted
every three years by order of the California Legislature with supplements published in intervening years.
Title 24 mandates specific requirements for new building construction placing strong emphasis on proper
address signage, apparatus access, water requirements, and defensible space.
California Code, Public Resources Code § 4290
These regulations became effective in September of 1991. They require the future design and construction
of structures, subdivisions and developments in SRA to provide, for basic emergency access and perimeter,
wildfire protection measures. These measures provide for emergency access; signing and building
numbering; private water supply reserves for emergency fire use; and vegetation modification.
California Code, Public Resources Code § 4291
These regulations require property owners in mountainous areas, forest-covered lands, or any land that is
covered with flammable material to create at minimum a 100-foot defensible space (or to the property line)
around their homes and other structures.
Mendocino County Community Wildfire Protection Plan
The Mendocino County Community Wildfire Protection Plan was collaboratively developed in order to
identify and prioritize areas for hazardous fuel reduction treatments. It recommends the types and
methods of treatment that will protect Mendocino County, and it recommends measures to reduce the
ignitability of structures throughout the area addressed by the plan. The plan was updated in 2015.
Mendocino County Fire Vulnerability Assessment & Emergency Evacuation Preparedness Plan (2020)
The Mendocino County Fire Vulnerability Assessment and Emergency Evacuation Preparedness Plan
includes three components: the Fire Vulnerability Assessment, the Public Outreach Plan, and the
Evacuation Plan. The Vulnerability Assessment identifies high fire risk areas in the County. It reviews
existing adaptation methods and actions for remedying wildfire vulnerabilities, and it recommends
specific mitigation strategies for dealing with wildfire vulnerabilities. The Evacuation Plan describes
strategies for managing evacuations relating to wildland fire threats. The Public Outreach Plan serves as
an opportunity for public input, and it identifies ways for educating local communities about fire safety
and emergency evacuation.
Mendocino County General Plan
The 2009 Mendocino County General Plan includes the following goals and policies in the Development
Element and Resource Element to mitigate the effects of wildfires:
Resource Element
Policy RM-82: Promote the conservation and use of native species or drought-tolerant, fire
resistive and noninvasive vegetation.
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Policy RM-83: In rural areas, promote vegetation and landscape management programs that
protect wildlife and livestock habitat, discourage pest species and non-native species, reduce
wildfire risk, and conserve water resources.
Development Element
Goal DE-25 (Fire): To protect life, property and natural resources by ensuring that development is
compatible with fire protection capabilities.
Policy DE-212: The General Plan Land Use and zoning maps shall limit development potential
commensurate with wildland fire hazards.
Policy DE-213: Development, densities, intensities, and type shall be consistent with the state
wildfire hazard rating system and Fire Safe Guidelines (addressing weather, fuel and slope, access,
water and other factors).
Policy DE-214: The County shall deny development proposals that present substantial fire hazard
risk to residents and safety providers responding to a wildland fire.
Action Item DE-214.1: Work with CalFire to administer the Fire Safe Guidelines and fire
protection programs for State Responsibility Areas and development interfaces.
Policy DE-215: Development shall be located, designed and managed to reduce fire risk to life,
property and natural resources, and incorporate adequate fire protection consistent with the
General Plan and adopted regulations.
Policy DE-216: Development shall facilitate and integrate the ability for fire protection agencies to
access and maintain fuel and firebreaks, water supplies, and emergency access routes.
Policy DE-217: New development in State Responsibility Areas and urban/rural interfaces should
incorporate:
▪ Fuelbreaks or greenbelts coordinated with water supplies and access providing
maximum circulation consistent with topography.
▪ Adequate and accessible defensible space.
▪ At least two ingress-egress routes to a public roadway, unless alternative routes
accessible to fire equipment are provided.
▪ Access to publicly maintained evacuation routes at regular intervals.
▪ Access routes sufficient to accommodate evacuating vehicles, fire equipment and
vegetation management zones.
▪ Primary traffic lanes to all building sites with turnarounds to accommodate fire
equipment.
▪ Water supplies within short distance of fire equipment access.
▪ Fire flows with adequate duration.
▪ Develop fire safe plans for communities to assist in qualifying for grants.
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Policy DE-218: The County supports effective and economically viable fire protection and
emergency response provided by fire protection agencies.
Policy DE-219: Encourage fire protection districts to determine and report capabilities to adequately
serve existing and potential development.
Policy DE-220: Developments shall be approved only if sufficient fire fighting resources, such as
fire stations, equipment, personnel, hydrants and water supplies, will be available to serve all
phases of development.
Action Item DE-220.1: Work with fire protection organizations to achieve funding stability
necessary to maintain adequate staffing, facilities and equipment.
Action Item DE-220.2: Collaborate with fire protection authorities, land managers, private
landowners, and others to improve fire management strategies for reducing the impacts of
wildfires on forest and watershed ecosystems.
Action Item DE-220.3: Work with fire protection providers (i.e., CalFire, U.S. Forest Service,
local fire protection districts, and cities) to ensure development is compatible with fire
protection capabilities.
Policy DE-223: Encourage the Air Quality Management District to coordinate with CalFire when
providing public information about “burn” or “no burn” days.
Fire Protection Features in Mendocino County Code, §17-64
The Mendocino County Code aids in reducing fire risks by ensuring the provision of protection features
including access roads, fire breaks, and accessibility to sufficient and available water. These protection
features are provided with the approval from a qualified fire officer.
Fire Hazard-Development Standards in Mendocino County Code, §20.500.025
The California Department of Forestry’s Fire Hazard Severity Classification System is used to identify
hazard areas. The Fire Hazard Severity Classification System categorizes hazards into moderate , high, or
extreme hazard classifications. The Fire Hazard Development Standards also provide land use restrictions
which stipulate that all new development shall be sited taking into consideration the fire hazard severity
of the site, the type of development and the risk added by the development to the fire hazard risk. Areas of
extreme risk should be avoided, where feasible, for development except agricultural and open space uses.
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4.5.10.3 Past Events
There are four major factors that contribute to historic wildfire events:
1. Extreme vegetation diversity
2. Diverse fire weather and fire behavior
3. Dynamic fire history
4. Complex land use patterns
From 2002-2018, there were 27 wildfires in Mendocino County, some of which overlapped with neighboring
counties, each burning over 1,000 respective acres in the region. These events are listed in Table 4-76 and
displayed in Figure 4-52.
Table 4-76: Fire Perimeter Sizes and Dates (1000 Acres or Greater 2000-2018)
Date Name Size in Acres
2002 Pine 1,024
2006 Noble 1,014
2006 Hunter 13,477
2008 Lost Pipe 1,187
2008 Low Gap 1,347
2008 Jack Smith 1,538
2008 Monkey Rock 1,849
2008 Navarro 1,901
2008 Middle 2,067
2008 Indian 2,096
2008 Butch 2,367
2008 Big 2,490
2008 Mill 3,042
2008 Orr Series 3,416
2008 Mallo Series 4,466
2008 Cliff 4,658
2008 Cowshed Series 4,992
2008 Hardy Series 5,354
2008 Sugarloaf 7,079
2008 Red Mountain Series 7,513
2012 Scotts 4,509
2012 Pass 4,804
2012 North Pass 41,818
2014 Lodge Complex 12,533
2017 Redwood Valley Incident 36,523
2018 River 48,920
2018 Ranch 410,202
Source: California Fire, Incident Database
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Recent Large Wildfire Events
August Complex Fire (2020)
The August Complex Fire has made State history as the largest fire on record. As of September 2020, it has
burned approximately 859,966 acres in both Mendocino and Humboldt Counties. The August Complex Fire
started on August 16th, 2020 during a series of lightning strikes which ignited portions of the Mendocino
National Forest. As of September 2020, the fire has only been 39% contained. (CAL FIRE, 2020)
Mendocino Fire Complex (2018)
The Mendocino Fire Complex was a recent large event in Mendocino County that occurred near Clear Lake
in 2018. An investigation revealed that the fire began as a result of a spark or hot metal fragment from a
hammer, which was being used to drive a metal stake into the ground. Ultimately, the Mendocino Fire
Complex consumed over 459,123 acres and destroyed more than 280 structures. It was the most
devastating fire in Mendocino
County history, until the more
recent August Complex Fire,
and was California’s largest
wildfire in modern history.
(Insurance Information
Institute , 2020)
Redwood Valley Fire (2017)
The Redwood Valley Fire was
started on October 8, 2017, by
trees falling on powerlines.
The fire destroyed about a
fourth of the homes in the
rural community between
Ukiah and Willits as it burned
through Redwood Valley. It
burned a total of 36,523 acres
and was contained on October
26, 2017. (San Francisco
Chronicle, 2020)
See Figure 4-52 for locations of historic fires.
Figure 4-51: 2018 Mendocino Fire Complex
Photo: Mark McKenna (Patch, August, 2013)
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Figure 4-52: Historic Fire Occurrence Map (Fires Greater than 2,000 acres, 2000-2018)
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4.5.10.4 Fire Hazard Severity Zones (FHSZs)
The County's hilly areas contain the major wildland fire hazard risks for residential structures and other
development, characterized by steep slopes, poor fire suppression delivery access, inadequate water
supply, and highly flammable vegetation.
To help better refine areas of wildfire concern, CAL FIRE establishes and maps Fire Hazard Severity Zones
(FHSZ), or areas of significant fire hazards based on factors such as fuel, weather, terrain, and the number
of days of moderate, high and extreme fire hazard. These zones define the application of various mitigation
strategies to reduce the risk associated with wildfires.
The FHSV model inputs frequency of fire weather, ignition patterns, expected rate-of spread, and past fire
history. It also accounts for flying ember production based on the area of influence where embers are likely
to land and cause ignitions. The FHSZ model also is built from existing data and hazard constructs and
thus does not necessarily take into consideration significant land use and structural resiliency. The
geography, weather patterns, and vegetation in the planning area provide ideal conditions for recurring
wildfires.
See Figure 4-53 and Figure 4-54 for wildfire return intervals and fire severity zones. These maps are the
basis for this wildfire risk assessment.
4.5.10.5 Frequency/ Probability of Future Occurrences
Generally, Mendocino County faces a wildland fire threat annually. Fire conditions arise from a
combination of hot weather, an accumulation of vegetation, and low moisture content in the air. These
conditions, when combined with high winds and years of drought, increase the potential for a wildfire to
occur. Urban Wildfires often occur in those areas where development has expanded into the rural areas. A
fire along this urban/rural interface can result in major losses of property and structures. Generally, there
are three major factors that sustain wildfires and allow for predictions of a given area’s potential to burn;
fuel, topography, and weather.
Fuel is the material that feeds a fire and is a key factor in wildfire behavior. Fuel is generally classified by
type and by volume. Fuel sources are diverse and include everything from dead tree needles and leaves,
twigs, and branches to dead standing trees, live trees, brush, and cured grasses. Also, to be considered as a
fuel source, are man-made structures and other associated combustibles. The type of prevalent fuel
directly influences the behavior of wildfire. Light fuels such as grasses burn quickly and serve as a catalyst
for fire spread. The volume of available fuel is described in terms of Fuel Loading. Certain areas in and
surrounding Mendocino County are extremely vulnerable to fires as a result of dense grassy vegetation
combined with a growing number of structures being built near and within rural lands. (Mendocino Fire
Safe Council, 2019)
An area’s topography affects its susceptibility to wildfire spread. Fire intensities and rates of spread
increase as slope increases due to the tendency of heat from a fire to rise via convection. The natural
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Figure 4-53: Mean Wildfire Return Intervals
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Figure 4-54: Wildfire Risk Exposure
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arrangement of vegetation throughout a hillside can also contribute to increased fire activity on slopes.
Weather components such as temperature, relative humidity, wind, and lightning also affect the potential
for wildfire. High temperatures and low relative humidity dry out the fuels that feed the wildfire creating
a situation where fuel will more readily ignite and burn more intensely. Wind is the most treacherous
weather factor. The greater a wind, the faster a fire will spread, and the more intense it will be. Winds can
be significant at times in Mendocino County. In addition to high winds, wind shifts can occur suddenly
due to temperature changes or the interaction of wind with topographical features such as slopes or steep
hillsides. Related to weather is the issue of recent drought conditions contributing to concerns about
wildfire vulnerability. During periods of drought, the threat of wildfire increases. (NOAA, 2018)
The majority of past wildfire events in Mendocino County were in the late summer months (typically June
through October). Frequency of wildfire events may increase because of increasingly drier conditions
caused by climate change. Fire risk will also continue to grow as more people build in WUI areas, which
increases fuel loads and the risk of human-caused fires. (FEMA, 2020)
As seen in Figure 4-52, fire occurrences are the most common in mountainous areas in the eastern portion
of Mendocino County. The probability of a wildfire occurring in Mendocino County is highly likely (100%
annual chance).
4.5.10.6 Severity and Extent
The severity of the wildland fire hazard is determined by the relationship between three factors: fuel
classification, topographic slope, and critical fire weather frequency. Mendocino County has a large
amount of wildfire fuels. Critical fire weather conditions occur in periods of low relative humidity, high
heat, and high winds.
Smoke and air pollution from wildfires can be a health hazard, especially for sensitive populations
including children, the elderly and those with respiratory and cardiovascular diseases. Wildfire may also
threaten the health and safety of those fighting the fires. First responders are exposed to the dangers from
the initial incident and after-effects from smoke inhalation and heat stroke. In addition, wildfire can lead
to ancillary impacts such as landslides in steep ravine areas and flooding due to the impacts of silt in local
watersheds.
4.5.10.7 Warning Time
Response time can be rapid and warning time short for wildfires. Wildfires are often caused by humans,
intentionally or accidentally. There is no way to predict when one might occur. The Fourth of July can be
a time of heightened concern and outreach around wildfires since fireworks can cause fires and usage is
high. Dry seasons and droughts greatly increase fire likelihood. Dry lightning may trigger wildfires. Severe
weather can be predicted, so special attention can be paid during weather events that may include
lightning or wind events. Reliable National Weather Service lightning warnings are available on average
24 to 48 hours prior to a significant electrical storm.
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If a fire does break out and spread rapidly, residents may need to evacuate within days or hours. A fire’s
peak burning period generally is between 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. Once a fire has started, fire alerting is
reasonably rapid in most cases. The rapid spread of cellular and two-way radio communications in recent
years has contributed to a significant improvement in warning time. (California Fire, 2020)
4.5.10.8 Secondary Hazards
Wildfires can generate a range of secondary effects, which in some cases may cause more widespread and
prolonged damage than the fire itself. Fires can cause direct economic losses in the reduction of
harvestable timber and indirect economic losses in reduced tourism and commerce. Wildfires cause the
contamination of reservoirs, destroy transmission lines, and contribute to flooding. They strip slopes of
vegetation, exposing them to greater amounts of runoff, weakening soils, and causing slope failures. Major
landslides can occur several years after a wildfire. Most wildfires burn hot and for long durations that can
bake soils, especially those high in clay content, thus creating hydrophobic soils that repel water. When it
rains in burned areas, more soil washes off the hills and into roads, ditches, and streams and increases
flooding. (United States Department of Agriculture, n.d.)
4.5.10.9 Climate Change Impacts
Fire in western ecosystems is determined by climate variability, local topography, and human
intervention. Climate change has the potential to affect multiple elements of the wildfire system: fire
behavior, ignitions, fire management, and vegetation fuels. Hot, dry spells create the highest fire risk.
Drought and increased temperatures intensify wildfire danger by warming and drying out vegetation.
Climate change also may increase winds that spread fires. Faster fires are harder to contain, and thus are
more likely to expand into residential neighborhoods. (Center for Climate and Energy Solutions, n.d.)
A changing climate is expected to subject forests to increased stress due to drought, disease, invasive
species, and insect pests. These stressors are likely to make forests more vulnerable to catastrophic fires.
While periodic fires are natural processes and fulfill an important ecological function, catastrophic fire
events that cannot be contained or managed can cause serious threats to homes and infrastructure,
especially for properties located at the wildland-urban interface.
Moreover, rain events are predicted to become more severe in our changing climate. This could worsen
post-rain flood events. (Id.) With or without rain, climate change also may bring an increased occurrence
of lightning, responsible for a significant amount of wildfires and acreage burned from wildfires, as
discussed above in Section 4.5.10.1.3.
It is predicted that Mendocino County will see higher daily temperatures, more heatwaves, increased
wildfires, and a diminished snowpack within this century, as a result of climate change. The northwestern
portion of Mendocino County is projected to experience an increase in wildfire risk by the year 2085. A low
emission scenario projects an increase of 2.7 degrees Fahrenheit while a high emission scenario projects
an increase of 4.9 degrees Fahrenheit by the year 2085. (California Department of Public Health, 2017)
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4.5.10.10 Wildfire Vulnerability Analysis
This section describes vulnerabilities to wildfire in terms of population, property, and infrastructure.
Wildfire population, parcel value, critical facilities and lifeline exposure numbers were generated by
overlaying the inventory outlined in Section 4.3 with CalFire Wildfire Hazard Severity Zones. Figure 4-56
shows a snapshot of wildfire vulnerability in Mendocino County. All data sources have a level of accuracy
acceptable for planning purposes. Details for each snapshot can be found in this section.
4.5.10.10.1 Population
Smoke and air pollution from wildfires can be a severe health hazard, especially for sensitive populations
including children, the elderly, and those with respiratory and cardiovascular diseases. Smoke generated
by wildfire contain visible and invisible emissions that contain particulate matter such as soot, tar, water
vapor, and minerals; gases such as carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and nitrogen oxides; and toxins such
as formaldehyde, benzene. Emissions from wildfires depend on the type of fuel, the moisture content of
the fuel, the efficiency or temperature of combustion, and the weather. Public health impacts associated
with wildfire include difficulty in breathing, odor, and reduction in visibility. First responders likewise are
exposed to the dangers from the initial incident and after-effects from smoke inhalation and heat stroke.
Wildfire is of greatest concern to populations residing in the moderate, high and very high fire hazard
severity zones. U.S. Census Bureau block data was used to estimate populations within the CAL FIRE
identified hazard zones. See Figure 4-56, Figure 4-55, and Table 4-77 for detail on populations residing in
wildfire risk areas.
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Table 4-77 Populations Exposed to Wildfire Risk (Unincorporated County)
Total Population
Unincorporated Mendocino County 58,995
Wildfire Severity Zone Population Count % of Total
Very High Intensity 9,163 15.53%
High Intensity 33,720 57.16%
Moderate Intensity 14,679 24.88%
Total 57,562 97.57%
Figure 4-55: Population Exposed to Wildfire Risk
9,163
33,720
14,679
0
5,000
10,000
15,000
20,000
25,000
30,000
35,000
40,000
Very High Intensity High Intensity Moderate Intensity
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Figure 4-56: Exposure Wildfire Vulnerability and Snapshot Map
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4.5.10.10.2 Property
This Section calculates the considerable assets at risk of wildfire in those severity zones. See Table 4-78,
which utilizes County parcel information to calculate exposure. In some cases, a parcel will be within
multiple fire threat zones, and for this exercise every parcel with a square footage value greater than zero
was developed in some way. Only improved parcels were analyzed.
Table 4-78: Improved Parcel and Content within Wildfire Severity Zones (Unincorporated County)
Total
Parcels
Total Market Value
($)
Total Content
Value ($) Total Value ($)
Unincorporated County 24,371 $ 4,544,212,021 $ 2,693,943,855 $ 7,238,155,876
Fire Hazard Severity Zone Parcel
Count % of Total Market Value
Exposure ($)
Content Value
Exposure ($) Total Exposure ($) % of Total
Very High 3,954 16.2% $591,917,815 $313,396,608 $905,314,423 12.5%
High 13,714 56.3% $2,531,692,568 $1,398,356,527 $3,930,049,095 54.3%
Moderate 6,081 25.0% $1,315,302,628 $918,662,698 $2,233,965,326 30.9%
Total 23,749 97% $ 4,438,913,011 $ 2,630,415,832 $ 7,069,328,843 97.7%
Critical Facilities and Infrastructure
Critical facilities of wood frame construction are especially vulnerable during wildfire events; power lines
are also at risk from wildfire because some poles are made of wood and are susceptible to burning.
In many cases, roads and railroads would not be susceptible to damage except in the worst scenarios, but
a wildfire event could create response issues, if affected. Fires can create conditions that block or prevent
access and can isolate residents and emergency service providers. Wildfire typically does not have a major
direct impact on bridges, but it can create conditions in which bridges are obstructed. Many bridges in
areas of high to moderate fire risk are important because they provide the only ingress and egress to large
areas and, in some cases, to isolated neighborhoods. Additionally, wildfires may cause the loss of function
of cellular phone sites, or cell towers, which can limit emergency services such as tracking and evacuation.
Critical facilities data was overlain with fire hazard severity zone data to determine the type and number
of facilities within each risk classification. Table 4-79 lists the critical facilities in wildfire hazard severity
zones for Mendocino County, and Table 4-80 similarly lists critical infrastructure.
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Table 4-79: Critical Facility Exposure to Wildfire Severity Zones (Unincorporated County)
Critical Infrastructure - Wildfire Severity Zone
Infrastructure Type Very High High Moderate
Essential Facility 5 42 30
EOC - - 1
Fire Station 5 34 19
Law Enforcement - 3 3
Medical Facility - 5 7
High Potential Loss 43 141 267
Adult Residential Facility 1 - 3
Alternative Education Program - - -
Animal Control - - -
Child Care Center - 5 13
Communication Tower 26 51 11
Community Center - 1 4
Courthouse - - -
Dam 8 16 5
Detention Center - - -
Fairground - - 1
Family Child Care Home - - 2
Foster Family Agency - - -
Historic Building - 6 5
Historic Site - 1 -
Library - - 1
Museum - - -
Office - - 6
Park and Recreation 1 6 1
Power Plant - 2 8
Real Property Asset* 4 26 127
Residential Child Care - - -
Residential Elder Care Facility - 2 4
School 3 25 55
Shop - - 3
Storage - - 16
Wastewater Treatment - - 2
Transportation and Lifeline 28 213 97
Airport 1 1 2
Bridge 25 201 81
Bus Facility - 1 -
Corp Yard - 1 2
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Critical Infrastructure - Wildfire Severity Zone
Infrastructure Type Very High High Moderate
NG Station - - 1
Substation 1 4 9
Transfer Station 1 5 2
Hazmat - - 13
Hazmat - - 13
Grand Total 76 396 407
*Real Property Assets are digitized insurance rolls for demonstrating value and ownership and may have overlapping
points with other categories such as fire stations and law enforcement.
Table 4-80: Lifelines in Wildfire Severity Zones (Unincorporated County)
Lifelines (miles) - Wildfire Severity Zone
Infrastructure Type (Linear) Very High High Moderate
Levee - 0.89 2.24
NG Pipeline 6.62 17.14 19.81
Railroad 27.30 84.47 26.38
Street 1210.49 4885.07 501.09
4WD trail 283.09 824.49 20.19
4WD trail, major 7.41 17.98 -
Alley - - -
Cul-de-sac - 0.54 0.33
Driveway 63.14 174.20 41.80
Interstate 3.50 30.86 21.55
Local road 722.56 3115.53 302.81
Local road, major 26.10 75.97 3.16
Primary highway 28.74 198.88 37.06
Ramp 0.11 5.36 7.18
Road, parking area 0.33 0.30 0.19
State/county highway 71.56 437.02 66.78
Thoroughfare, major 3.94 3.92 0.02
Traffic circle - 0.04 -
Walkway - - -
Transmission Line 49.76 245.69 37.77
Grand Total 1294.16 5233.26 587.29
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4.5.10.11 Changes in Development and Future Trends
Fuel reduction projects are ongoing on federal, state, and private lands in Mendocino County. Such projects
include vegetation management, broadcast burning, pre-commercial thinning, and the removal of dead,
dying, and diseased trees. The Mendocino County Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP), updated
in 2015, specified many completed and ongoing projects that reduce the hazard risk throughout the
County.
The Mendocino County Fire Safe Council (MCFSC) continues to support wildfire mitigation efforts and
implement the CWPP throughout the County. MCFSC is a nonprofit partnership of people, agencies, and
organizations. Its mission is to aid people, property, and resources thrive in environments with associated
wildfire risk. MCFSC manages the Ukiah Valley Fire Fuels Reduction Project, which reduces wildfire risk
by performing roadside clearing, creating shaded fuel breaks, and holding neighborhood chipper days.
MCFSC is also responsible for the Ukiah Valley Fire Fuels Reduction Chipper Program, which aims to
reduce flammable space by covering a portion of chipping costs for groups that clear and prepare brush
correctly. A third program, the Redwood Complex Fire: Hazardous Tree Removal Project, reached capacity
but was also initiated to provide hazardous tree removal services. (Mendocino Fire Safe Council, 2019)
4.5.10.12 Wildfire Problem Statements
As part of the mitigation action identification process, the Planning Committee for the County and for each
jurisdiction identified issues and weaknesses, also called problem statements, for their respective
facilities based on the risk assessment and vulnerability analysis, utilizing the RAMP mapping tool and
flood data. Wildfire problem statements for all planning partners are listed in Table 4-81; problem
statements for all other planning partners are accessed in Volume 2 of this plan.
Identifying these common issues and weaknesses assists the Planning Committee in understanding the
realm of resources needed for mitigation. The goal is to have at least one mitigation action for every
problem statement. See Table 5-6 for a full list of mitigation actions and the corresponding problem
statements that they address. Each problem statement is coded with a problem number for cross-
referencing between Table 4-81 and Table 5-6.
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Table 4-81 Wildfire Problem Statements
Problem
No.
Hazard Area of
Concern
Mitigation
Alternatives
Primary
Agency
Problem Description Related MA
ps-WF-MC-
42
Wildfire Impact PRV -
Prevention ,
PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness
Mendocino
County
In the event of a large fire, residents
and responding agencies could face
many problems. Evacuation down
steep and narrow roads could impede
responding fire apparatus, causing
road blockage and long response times
for personnel
ma-WF-MC-
238, ma-WF-
MC-300
ps-WF-MC-
43
Wildfire Impact PRV -
Prevention ,
PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness
Mendocino
County
Lack of home addresses and road
signage is a huge problem throughout
Battalion 4 (NW portion of Mendocino
County)
ma-WF-MC-
228, ma-AH-
MC-299
ps-WF-MC-
44
Wildfire Impact PRV -
Prevention ,
PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness
Mendocino
County
Buildings permitted as “class k”
structures under the building code
may be at higher risk of wildfire
ma-AH-MC-
205, ma-WF-
MC-301
ps-WF-MC-
45
Wildfire Victim PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness
Mendocino
County
There are approx. 8 Child Care Centers,
6 Residential Elder Care Facilities, and
1 Adult Residential Care Facility
located in High or Very High Wildfire
Severity Zones.
ma-WF-MC-
227, ma-WF-
MC-287, ma-
WF-MC-300,
ma-WF-MC-
302
ps-WF-MC-
47
Wildfire Victim PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness
Mendocino
County
There are approx. 8,954 people living in
the very high wildfire intensity zone
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Section 5. Mitigation Strategy
The mitigation strategy is the guidebook to future hazard mitigation administration for the County and all
other participating jurisdictions, capturing the key outcomes of the MJHMP planning process. The
mitigation strategy is intended to reduce vulnerabilities outlined in the previous section with a
prescription of policies and physical projects. These mitigation actions should be compatible with existing
planning mechanisms and should outline specific roles and resources for implementation success. The
Planning Committee conducted the hazard mitigation planning process through typical problem-solving,
as did the Steering Committees for each participating jurisdiction. Those steps included:
▪ Estimate the impacts (See Vulnerability Assessment);
▪ Describe the problem (See Problem Statements);
▪ Assess what resources exist to lessen impacts and problem (See Capability Assessment,);
▪ Develop Goals and Objectives to address the problems (See Goals and Objectives); and
▪ Determine what can be done and develop actions that are appropriate for the community (See
Mitigation Action Matrix).
5.1 Mitigation Alternatives
During Planning Committee Meeting #3 on June 24th, 2020, the MJHMP Planning Committee developed
and reviewed mitigation actions with a wide range of alternatives, using FEMA’s six broad categories of
mitigation alternatives described below. The MJHMP Planning Committee considered many mitigation
alternatives for implementation under each mitigation category, both county-wide and for individual
participating jurisdictions. The County and participating jurisdictions also met several times after the
large group meeting to review specific hazard-related problem statements and develop mitigation actions.
These meeting relied on the following framework to explore mitigation actions.
PREVENTION (PRV):
Preventative activities keep hazard problems from getting worse and typically are administered through
government programs or regulations addressing building and land development. Preventative actions are
particularly effective in reducing a community’s future vulnerability in areas where development has not
occurred, or capital improvements have not yet been substantial. Examples of preventative activities
include:
▪ Planning and zoning ordinances
▪ Building codes
▪ Open space preservation
▪ Floodplain regulations
▪ Stormwater management regulations
▪ Drainage system maintenance
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▪ Capital improvements programming
▪ Riverine or fault zone setbacks
PRV ALTERNATIVES:
▪ Establish ingress/ egress standards for future development.
▪ Enhance the County’s GIS database and capabilities related to hazards information.
▪ Assist dam owners in updating their Emergency Action Plans.
▪ Maintain detention basins.
▪ Conduct detailed study and mapping of floodplains for Mendocino River and its tributaries,
targeting problematic floodplains.
▪ Update and distribute wildfire risk mapping for Mendocino County.
▪ Restrict new development in dam inundation zones.
▪ Amend or revise water conservation regulations for landscape design for commercial and
residential development with the goal of limiting outdoor watering.
PROPERTY PROTECTION (PPRO):
Property protection measures involve the modification of existing buildings and structures to help them
better withstand the forces of a hazard, or removal of the structures from hazardous locations. Examples
include:
▪ Building elevation
▪ Critical facilities protection
▪ Retrofitting (e.g., seismic design techniques, etc.)
▪ Safe rooms, shutters, shatter resistant glass
▪ Insurance
PPRO ALTERNATIVES:
1. Continue to work with the Mendocino County Fire Safe Council to conduct mitigation projects with
homeowners. Provide homeowners easily accessible resources for mitigating the risk of wildfire
around their homes.
2. Implement additional fuel reduction projects.
3. Remove existing structures from flood areas whenever and to the greatest extent possible; Relocate
farm work centers from flood risk areas.
4. Encourage privately owned critical facilities (e.g. Churches, Hotels, other gathering facilities) to
evaluate the ability of the buildings to withstand earthquakes and to address any deficiencies
identified.
5. Identify and harden critical lifeline systems (i.e., critical public services such as utilities and roads)
to meet “Seismic Design Guidelines and Standards for Lifelines” or equivalent standards such as
American Lifelines Alliance (ALA) guidance.
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6. Consider participation in the Community Rating System or other ways to increase participation in
NFIP.
7. Review construction plans for all bridges to determine their susceptibility to collapse and
retrofitting problem bridges.
8. Use flexible piping when extending water, sewer, or natural gas service.
9. Strengthening and retrofitting non-reinforced masonry buildings and non-ductile concrete
facilities that are particularly vulnerable to ground shaking
10. Install shutoff valves and emergency connector hoses where water mains cross fault lines.
11. Continue to incentivize drought-tolerant landscape design.
PUBLIC EDUCATION AND AWARENESS (PE&A):
Public education and awareness activities advise students, staff, parents, nearby residents, and elected
officials about hazards, hazardous areas, and mitigation techniques they can use to protect themselves
and their property. Measures to educate and inform the public include:
▪ Outreach projects including neighborhood and community outreach
▪ Speaker series/demonstration events
▪ Hazard mapping
▪ Real estate disclosures
▪ Materials library
▪ School children educational programs
▪ Hazard expositions
PE&A ALTERNATIVES:
1. Continue to work with the County of Mendocino local Fire Safe Councils, educating homeowners
on reducing the risk of wildfire on their property, including understanding their wildfire risk and
free site visits.
2. Distribute public education materials relating to natural hazards as well as emergency
notifications in both English and Spanish.
3. Partner with local water agencies such as the Mendocino County Water Agency, the Russian River
Watershed Association, the Mendocino County Inland Water and Power Commission, Point Arena
Water Works Inc., and Potter Valley Irrigation District, in their public education and conservation
campaigns (in English and Spanish).
4. Encourage businesses to build financial reserves as part of economic development.
5. Improve floodplain management, earthquake preparedness, wildfire mitigation and preparedness,
and other information on participating jurisdiction’s websites.
6. Distribute National Flood Insurance Program and floodplain development information in County
libraries for access by the public
7. Focus a public education program around neighborhoods with egress/ingress issues and narrow
roads.
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8. Improve interactive hazard mapping resources available to the public.
9. Develop a public information campaign on 72-hour kits.
10. Develop a "Natural Hazard Awareness Week" campaign and conduct corresponding outreach to the
community and all interested parties.
11. Conduct outreach to builders, architects, engineers, and inspectors about building susceptibility to
earthquakes and proper design and building requirements.
12. Educate on the importance of drought-tolerant landscaping, low flow indoor fixtures, and other
water savings techniques to better withstand periods of drought.
13. Partner with local organizations such as the Mendocino County Water Agency education farmers
on soil and water conservation practices.
14. Offer agricultural disaster training and networking opportunities for farmers and ag regulatory
agencies.
NATURAL RESOURCE PROTECTION (NRP):
Natural resource protection activities reduce the impact of natural hazards by preserving or restoring
natural areas and their protective functions. Such areas include floodplains, wetlands, steep slopes, and
sand dunes. Parks, recreation, or conservation agencies and organizations often implement these
protective measures. Examples include:
▪ Floodplain protection
▪ Watershed management
▪ Vegetation management (e.g., fire resistant landscaping, fuel breaks, etc.)
▪ Erosion and sediment control
▪ Wetland and habitat preservation and restoration
NRP ALTERNATIVES:
1. Protect and restore wetlands, riparian areas, and natural buffers to sea level rise, in particular
continuing to implement restoration of Mendocino County rivers.
2. Continue to implement the County of Mendocino Storm Water Resource Plan.
3. Complete vegetation management projects as prescribed in Community Wildfire Protection Plans.
4. Encourage and incentivize drought-tolerant landscape design.
5. Establish a priority list of slope failure locations and implement slope stabilization projects in the
highest risk areas.
EMERGENCY SERVICES (ES):
Although not typically considered a “mitigation” technique, emergency service measures do minimize the
impact of a hazard event on people and property. These commonly are actions taken immediately prior to,
during, or in response to a hazard event. Examples include:
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▪ Warning systems
▪ Construction of evacuation routes
▪ Sandbag staging for flood protection
▪ Installing temporary shutters on buildings for wind protection
ES ALTERNATIVES:
1. Construct/Install back up power generators for fire stations, pump houses, emergency shelters, and
cooling centers.
2. Develop a website for vulnerable populations to register information such as where the individual
in question lives, medications, restrictions, etc. Map registrants or tie information to Nixle alert
system
3. Focus capital improvements on evacuation or emergency access routes needing attention.
4. Increase the capacity of existing hospitals through retrofits or upgrades such as isolation wings.
5. Construct or improve egress for wildfire emergencies in wilderness-urban interface (WUI) areas.
STRUCTURAL PROJECTS (SP):
Structural mitigation projects are intended to lessen the impact of a hazard by modifying the environment
and natural progression of the hazard event through construction. They are usually designed by engineers
and managed or maintained by public works staff. Examples include:
▪ Stormwater diversions / detention / retention infrastructure
▪ Utility Upgrades
▪ Seismic Retrofits
SP ALTERNATIVES:
1. Continue the Eel River Recovery project and the associated Tenmile Creek Pilot Project.
2. Continue to work with the Russian River Watershed Association on clean water, habitat restoration,
and watershed enhancement.
3. Improve water supply and delivery systems to be more resilient during times of drought.
4. Construct and develop alternative water supplies to augment single sources of water delivery.
5. Construct rainwater catchment systems to recharge groundwater in government ROWs.
6. Install water monitoring devices and drought-tolerant landscaping on government-owned
facilities.
7. Improve stormwater drainage capacity; construct/improve stormwater basins County-wide to
accomplish 100-YR protection.
8. Construct, install, and maintain warning gauges on local dams as the opportunity or need arises.
9. Create an inventory and establish a priority list for culvert replacement that takes into account fish
passage, flood depth reduction, and future losses avoided.
10. Retrofit critical care facilities with enhanced HVAC and isolation areas.
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5.2 Identifying the Problem
As part of the mitigation action identification process, the MJHMP Planning Committee identified the
areas of concern and potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on the community. Developing
these “problem statements” for areas of concern, which describe the nature of the consequences or effects
of a hazard occurrence on the community and its assets, ensures the identified mitigation actions are
tailored to the specific problems created by various hazard scenarios and are specific to each participating
jurisdiction. Each jurisdiction’s problem statements are available as part of the Mitigation Action Support
Tool (MAST), which is summarized in Section 3, STEP 3: Develop a Mitigation Strategy, available on
mitigatehazards.com, and summarized in individual planning partners in Volume 2 of this plan.
See Section 5.5 for County-wide mitigation actions and Volume 2 for mitigation actions for each
participating jurisdiction.
5.3 Capabilities Assessment
This section examines the County’s planning and regulatory, administrative, technical, financial,
educational, and outreach capabilities to augment known issues and weaknesses from identified natural
hazards. Volume 2 of this HMP includes a capabilities assessment for each participating jurisdiction as
part of their annexes.
Capabilities assessments in this Volume 1 and in Volume 2 include considerations of a community’s
adaptive capacity for climate change, as outlined in Cal OES’ 2020 California Adaptation Planning Guide.
Adaptive capacity is a community or region’s existing ability to moderate climate change impacts.
Assessing adaptive capacity includes analysis of policies, plans, programs, funding, and staffing
capacity. (Cal. Adaptation Planning Guide, 2020, p. 94)
The tables in this section explore various local planning mechanisms, administrative capacity, financial
capabilities, and education and outreach initiatives. For more information on the regulatory environment
surrounding each hazard, see hazard-specific sections of Section 4.5.The columns in each table represent
deeper dives into the following questions:
▪ Is the existing planning or regulatory mechanism used currently? (Column 1, Status)
▪ Has the HMP been integrated into the planning mechanism currently so that the named
mechanism is currently used in HMP planning? (Column 2, Current Mitigation Use)
▪ Is there a future opportunity to expand, improve upon, and incorporate this 2020 HMP Update into
the planning or regulatory mechanism? (Column 3, Future Opportunity)
The capabilities assessment is easily-digestible and based on color coding to indicate which policies and
plans are adequate, need improvement or in which the HMP could be integrated. Each table includes a
legend that explain how each one of these questions are being answered according to the color indicated:
green, yellow, and orange.
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5.3.1 Planning and Regulatory Mitigation Capabilities
The information in Table 5-1 is used to align mitigation actions with the existing planning and regulatory
capabilities of the County. Planning and regulatory tools typically used by local jurisdictions to implement
hazard mitigation activities are building codes, zoning regulations, floodplain management policies, and
other municipal planning documents.
Table 5-1: Mendocino County Planning and Regulatory Mitigation Capabilities
CAPABILITY ASSESSMENT LEGEND
Status Current Mitigation Use Future Opportunity
Currently in use or present. Used widely for mitigation. Opportunity to expand and integrate.
(Sort of) Seldomly used or limited
presence. Limited use in mitigation planning. Limited opportunity to expand and integrate.
(No) Not present or available. Not used in mitigation planning. No opportunity to expand or integrate.
HMP Integration
Notes / Additional Detail Resource Status
Current
Mitigation
Use
Future
Opportunity
Planning and Regulatory Capabilities
Construction and Future Development Regulations
Building Codes Green Green Yellow 2019 California Building Code
BCEGS Rating Green Yellow Green BCEGS class 3
Public Protection (ISO Class) Green Yellow Green Rating of 4
Hazard Related Development
Standards Green Yellow Green Regulations for Limited Density Rural Dwellings
(Ch. 18); Fire Safety Requirements (18.23.345)
Zoning Ordinance Green Yellow Yellow
Hazard-Specific Ordinance Green Yellow Green Unreinforced Masonry Buildings Article 1 (Ch. 18);
Mitigation Program (18.30.060)
Growth Management Ordinance Orange Orange Green Chapter 4.13 of the Coastal Element for the County
includes growth management policies.
Hazard Reduction Programs (Annually Conducted)
Capital Improvements Program
(CIP) or Plan Green Yellow Green FY 2018-19 Proposed Budget page 18.
Erosion/Sediment Control
Program Orange Orange Green
County provides documents such as Erosion and
Sediment Control Best Management Practices and
Erosion and Sediment Control Practices for
Construction Projects..
Hazard-Related Public Outreach
Program Orange Orange Green
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HMP Integration
Notes / Additional Detail Resource Status
Current
Mitigation
Use
Future
Opportunity
Planning and Regulatory Capabilities
Stormwater Management
Program (Annual Inspections) Green Yellow Green Mendocino County Storm Water Management
Program Annual Report.
Seismic Safety Program (Non-
structural) Orange Orange Green
Earthquake Modernization Plan
(Building Safety) Orange Orange Green
Hazard Plans
General Plan Safety Element Green Yellow Green Part of the Development Element, adopted 2009.
Community Wildfire Protection
Plan (CWPP) Green Yellow Green 2016 County-wide CWPP in existence.
Floodplain Management Plan Orange Orange Green
Stormwater Management Plan
Green Yellow Green
Coastal Mendocino Co Storm Water Resource Plan,
2019 Update, applies to the County Unincorp. and
Fort Bragg.
Emergency Operations Plan Green Green Green Mendocino County Operational Area Emergency
Operations Plan (2016)
Climate Action Plan Orange Orange Green The County is developing a new 2020 Climate
Vulnerability Assessment.
Ground Water Management
Planning / Plans Orange Orange Yellow
Ukiah Valley is the only groundwater basin
required to have a groundwater sustainability plan
in the County.
National Flood Protection Program (NFIP)
Floodplain Management
Regulations Green Yellow Green Floodplain Requirements (Ch. 20.420).
Flood Insurance Education and
Technical Assist. Orange Orange Green
Flood Hazard Mapping / Re-
Mapping Green Yellow Green
Community Rating System (CRS) Orange Orange Green
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5.3.2 Financial Capabilities
Table 5-2 identifies the financial tools or resources that the County has used to fund mitigation activities.
Table 5-2: Mendocino County Fiscal Capabilities Summary
CAPABILITY ASSESSMENT LEGEND
Status Current Mitigation Use Future Opportunity
Currently in use or present. Used widely for mitigation. Opportunity to expand and integrate.
(Sort of) Seldomly used or limited
presence. Limited use in mitigation planning. Limited opportunity to expand and integrate.
(No) Not present or available. Not used in mitigation planning. No opportunity to expand or integrate.
HMP Integration
Notes / Additional Detail Resource Status
Current
Mitigation
Use
Future
Opportunity
Fiscal Capabilities
Financial Resources for Hazard Mitigation
Levy for Specific Purposes with
Voter Approval Green Yellow Green
Utilities Fees Green Yellow Green
Benefit assessments Orange Orange Green
System Development Fee Green Yellow Green For example: the Building Division Master Fee
Schedule.
General Obligation Bonds to
Incur Debt Green Yellow Green Mendocino County Comprehensive Annual
Financial Report, June, 2019.
Special Tax Bonds to Incur Debt Orange Orange Green
Withheld Spending in Hazard-
Prone Areas Orange Orange Green
Stormwater Service Fees Orange Orange Green
Capital Improvement Project
Funding Green Yellow Green Fiscal Year 2018-19 Proposed Budget.
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5.3.3 Education and Outreach
Table 5-3 lists the local citizen groups that communicate hazard risks.
Table 5-3: Mendocino County Education/ Outreach Capabilities Summary
CAPABILITY ASSESSMENT LEGEND
Status Current Mitigation Use Future Opportunity
Currently in use or present. Used widely for mitigation. Opportunity to expand and integrate.
(Sort of) Seldomly used or limited
presence. Limited use in mitigation planning. Limited opportunity to expand and integrate.
(No) Not present or available. Not used in mitigation planning. No opportunity to expand or integrate.
HMP Integration
Notes / Additional Detail Resource Status
Current
Mitigation
Use
Future
Opportunity
Education / Outreach Capabilities
Education/Outreach Resources
Website Dedicated to Hazard
Topics Green Yellow Green
Dedicated Social Media Orange Orange Green
Hazard Info. Avail. at Library/
Planning Desk Green Yellow Green
Annual Public Safety Events Orange Orange Green
Ability to Field Public Tech.
Assistance Requests Green Yellow Green
Public Safety Newsletters or
Printed Outreach Green Yellow Green County Newsletter.
Fire Safe Councils
Green Yellow Green
The Mendocino County Fire Safe Council assists
local Councils a variety of needs. These Councils
include: the Caspar Community and Island Cove
Estates (south of Point Arena) on the coast; Pine
Mountain, Ridgewood Park, and
Willowbrook/Sherwood Forest Hills (past
Brooktrails) in the Willits area; and Deerwood, Oak
Knoll Road, Upper Parducci Road, Black Bart Trail
and Robinson Creek Road in the Ukiah area.
Resource Conservation Districts
Green Yellow Green
The Mendocino County Resource Conservation
District has implemented a wide range of programs
across the County
Other N/A N/A N/A
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5.3.4 Administrative and Technical Capabilities
Table 5-4 shows the administrative and technical capabilities of Mendocino County.
Table 5-4: Mendocino County Administrative and Technical Capabilities
CAPABILITY ASSESSMENT LEGEND
Status Current Mitigation Use Future Opportunity
Currently in use or present. Used widely for mitigation. Opportunity to expand and integrate.
(Sort of) Seldomly used or limited
presence. Limited use in mitigation planning. Limited opportunity to expand and integrate.
(No) Not present or available. Not used in mitigation planning. No opportunity to expand or integrate.
HMP Integration
Notes / Additional Detail Resource Status
Current
Mitigation
Use
Future
Opportunity
Administrative and Technical
Community Planning and Development Services
Community Planner Green Yellow Green Department of Planning and Building Services.
Civil Engineer Green Orange Green
Building Code Official (Full time
or Augmented) Green Yellow Green Department of Planning and Building Services.
Floodplain Administrator Green Orange Green Building Official serves as Floodplain
Administrator
Fire Marshal Yellow Orange Green Fire Marshall is with Ukiah Valley District
Dedicated Public Outreach
Personnel Green Yellow Green Division of Information Services.
GIS Specialist and Capability Green Yellow Green Mendocino County Public GIS Portal.
Emergency Manager Green Yellow Green Emergency Services Coordinator.
Full-Time Building Official Green Yellow Green Department of Planning and Building Services.
Grant Manager, Writer, or
Specialist Green Yellow Green
Other N/A N/A N/A
Warning Systems/Services
General Green Yellow Green Mendocino County Citizen Emergency Alert and
Notification System (MendoAlert).
Flood
Yellow Yellow Green Included in MendoAlert.
Wildfire Yellow Yellow Green Included in MendoAlert.
Geological Hazards Yellow Yellow Green Included in MendoAlert.
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5.3.5 Federal and State Funding Opportunities
Table 5-5 is a list of available funding sources from state and federal agencies. This includes the FEMA
Hazard Mitigation Assistance grant program, which is described in more detail in Section 6.3.5. This list
serves as a resource and is not exclusive.
Table 5-5: Federal and State Funding Opportunities
Agency /
Grant Name Potential Programs/Grants
FEMA Hazard Mitigation
Assistance Grants
See Section 6 for FEMA/ HMA grant details. For more information on current grants visit
https://www.fema.gov/hazard-mitigation-assistance
▪ Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP): https://www.fema.gov/hazard-
mitigation-grant-program
▪ Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC):
https://www.fema.gov/grants/mitigation/building-resilient-infrastructure-
communities
▪ Flood Mitigation Assistance Grant Program (FMA):
https://www.fema.gov/flood-mitigation-assistance-grant-program
FEMA other grant programs Including:
▪ Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program. Assistance to Firefighters Grants,
Fire Prevention & Safety, and Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency
Response. https://www.fema.gov/welcome-assistance-firefighters-grant-
program
▪ Emergency Management Performance Grants (EMPG). Good for Equipment,
Back Up Generators, Etc. https://www.fema.gov/emergency-management-
performance-grant-program
▪ Regional Catastrophic Preparedness Grant Program (RCPGP). Housing and
Logistics and Supply Chain Management, encouraging innovative regional
solutions to issues related to catastrophic incidents, and building on existing
regional efforts. https://www.fema.gov/regional-catastrophic-preparedness-
grant-program
U.S. Dept. of Energy / Energy
Efficiency and Conservation
Block Grant Program
Provides funding for weatherization of structures and development of building
codes/ordinances to ensure energy efficiency and restoration of older homes.
https://www.energy.gov/eere/wipo/energy-efficiency-and-conservation-block-grant-
program
State and County
Community Development
Dept. Block Grants (CDBG)
Through Cal. Dept. of Housing and Community Development Dept. (HCD)
Programs Include:
▪ Community Development (CD)
▪ Economic Development (ED)
▪ Disaster Recovery Initiative (DRI)
▪ Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP)
https://www.hcd.ca.gov/grants-funding/active-funding/cdbg.shtml
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Agency /
Grant Name Potential Programs/Grants
Cal OES
Proposition 1B Grants
Programs
The Highway Safety, Traffic Reduction, Air Quality and Port Security Bond Act of 2006,
approved by the voters as Proposition 1B at the November 7, 2006 general election,
authorizes the issuance of $19,925,000,000 in general obligation bonds for specified
purposes, including grants for transit system safety, security, and disaster response
projects.
http://www.caloes.ca.gov/cal-oes-divisions/grants-management/homeland-security-
prop-1b-grant-programs/proposition-1b-grant
California Proposition 1: the
Water Bond (AB 1471)
Authorize $7.545 billion in general obligation bonds for state water supply infrastructure
projects, such as public water system improvements, surface and groundwater storage,
drinking water protection, water recycling and advanced water treatment technology,
water supply management and conveyance, wastewater treatment, drought relief,
emergency water supplies, and ecosystem and watershed protection and restoration.
The State Water Resources Control Board (State Water Board) will administer
Proposition 1 funds for five programs. The estimated implementation schedule for each
is outlined in Five Categories:
▪ Small Community Wastewater
▪ Water Recycling
▪ Drinking Water
▪ Stormwater
▪ Groundwater Sustainability
http://www.waterboards.ca.gov/water_issues/programs/grants_loans/proposition1.sht
ml
Assistance to Firefighters
Grant Program (AFG); Fire
Prevention and Safety
(FP&S)
The primary goal of the FP&S Grants is to enhance the safety of the public and
firefighters with respect to fire and fire-related hazards. The Grant Programs Directorate
administers the FP&S Grants as part of the AFG Program. FP&S Grants are offered to
support projects in two activity areas:
1). Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) Activity Activities designed to reach high-risk
target groups and mitigate the incidence of death and injuries caused by fire and fire-
related hazards.
2). Research and Development (R&D) Activity To learn more about how to prepare to
apply for a project under this activity, please see the FP&S Research and Development
Grant Application Get Ready Guide.
https://www.fema.gov/fire-prevention-safety-grants
California Housing and
Community Development
(HCD) Emergency Solutions
Grant (ESG) Program
To fund projects that serve homeless individuals and families with supportive services,
emergency shelter/transitional housing, assisting persons at risk of becoming
homeless with homelessness prevention assistance, and providing permanent
housing to the homeless population. The Homeless Emergency Assistance and Rapid
Transition to Housing (HEARTH) Act of 2009 places new emphasis on assisting people
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Agency /
Grant Name Potential Programs/Grants
to quickly regain stability in permanent housing after experiencing a housing crisis
and/or homelessness.
http://www.hcd.ca.gov/fa/esg/index.html
CalTrans Division of Local
Assistance / Safe Routes to
School Program
California Dept. of Transportation. Federal funding administered via Caltrans. Local
10% match is the minimum requirement.
http://www.dot.ca.gov/hq/LocalPrograms/saferoutes/saferoutes.htm
Active transportation grant program. Creating mobility and connectivity. Prioritize
projects, and preparation of PED for active transportation projects.
Property Assessed Clean
Energy (PACE) Programs
PACE financing allows property owners to fund energy efficiency, water efficiency and
renewable energy projects with little or no up-front costs. With PACE, residential and
commercial property owners living within a participating district can finance up to 100%
of their project and pay it back over time as a voluntary property tax assessment through
their existing property tax bill.
HazMat Emergency
Preparedness Grant
The purpose of this grant program is to increase effectiveness in safely and efficiently
handling hazardous materials accidents and incidents; enhance implementation of the
Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act of 1986 (EPCRA); and
encourage a comprehensive approach to emergency training and planning by
incorporating the unique challenges of responses to transportation situations.
http://www.caloes.ca.gov/cal-oes-divisions/fire-rescue/hazardous-materials/hazmat-
emergency-preparedness-grant
CERT Program Manager
Course
The purpose of this Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Program Manager
course is to prepare CERT Program Managers for the tasks required to establish and
sustain an active local CERT program.
http://www.californiavolunteers.org/index.php/CERT/PM/
California Residential
Mitigation Program
The California Residential Mitigation Program (CRMP) was established to carry out
mitigation programs to assist California homeowners who wish to seismically retrofit
their houses.
http://www.californiaresidentialmitigationprogram.com/
Earthquake Brace + Bolt
(EBB)
EBB, part of the California Residential Mitigation Program, was developed to help
homeowners lessen the potential for damage to their houses during an earthquake by
offering eligible homeowners up to a $3,000 incentive to seismically retrofit their homes.
https://www.earthquakebracebolt.com/
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Agency /
Grant Name Potential Programs/Grants
California Air Resources
Board Air Pollution
Incentives, Grants and
Credit Programs
These programs have hundreds of millions of dollars in grants available over the next
several years to reduce emissions from on- and off-road vehicles and equipment.
https://www.arb.ca.gov/ba/fininfo.htm
California Department of
Water Resources Grants and
Loans
https://water.ca.gov/Work-With-Us/Grants-And-Loans
Agency offers a variety of grants and loans related to integrated regional water
management, flood mitigation, water conservation and efficiency, environmental
restoration, groundwater, water quality, and water supply.
US Bureau of Reclamation
WaterSMART Grants
Annual funding available for:
▪ Water Reclamation and Reuse funding
▪ Drought Resiliency Project funding
▪ Water and Energy Efficiency Grant funding
https://www.usbr.gov/watersmart/
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5.4 Mitigation Goals
Hazard mitigation plans must identify goals for reducing long-term vulnerabilities to identified hazards
(44 C.F.R. § 201.6(c)(3)(i)). The Steering Committee established a set of goals for this plan, based on data
from the preliminary risk assessment and the results of the public involvement strategy.
Goals discussed in this section describe what actions should occur. Specific, measurable mitigation
actions explain how to accomplish the goals. The goals and actions form the basis for the development of
the Mitigation Action Strategy and specific mitigation projects. The process consists of 1) setting goals, 2)
considering mitigation alternatives, 3) identifying strategies or “actions”, and 4) developing a prioritized
action plan resulting in a mitigation strategy.
The goals and mitigation actions in this plan all support each other. Actions were prioritized based on their
ability to achieve multiple goals. A mitigation strategy is considered effective based on how well the goals
of the strategy are achieved. The following are the goals for this plan:
Goal 1: Reduce loss of life, injuries, and structural and
economic damage through the use of planning,
regulations, and preventative measures.
Goal 2: Reduce loss of life, injuries, and structural and
economic damage through the use of property
protection measures.
Goal 3: Reduce loss of life, injuries, and structural and
economic damage through the use of public education
and awareness programs.
Goal 4: Reduce loss of life, injuries, and structural and
economic damage through the use of natural
resource/ systems protection.
Goal 5: Reduce loss of life, injuries, and structural and
economic damage through the use of structural/
infrastructure projects.
Goal 6: Reduce loss of life, injuries, and structural and
economic damage through the use of emergency
services in relation to natural hazards.
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5.5 County Wide Mitigation Actions
Mitigation actions were developed based upon planning committee priorities, risk assessment results, and
mitigation alternatives. Most importantly, the newly-developed mitigation actions acknowledge updated
risk assessment information outlined in Section 4.
Mitigation actions are available on MAST linked through mitigatehazards.com; the format allows for
regular updating and easy sorting by jurisdiction and hazard. Figure 5-1 illustrates the mitigation actions
entered through MAST.
Table 5-6 establishes mitigation actions for the County. Each participating jurisdiction developed
mitigation actions specifically tailored to their vulnerabilities and capabilities. Those mitigation actions
are available as part of the planning process library, which is summarized in Section 3, STEP 3 (County
Planning Process Library), are available on the Mitigation Action Application, and available for each
individual participating jurisdiction in Volume 2 of this plan.
Some mitigation actions support ongoing activities of participating jurisdictions, while other actions are
intended to be completed when funding is available. All mitigation actions will be reviewed annually.
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Figure 5-1: Mitigation Action Application
5.5.1 Prioritization of Mitigation Actions
Implementing the identified mitigation can be overwhelming for any local jurisdiction or district,
especially with limited staffing and fiscal resources; prioritizing the identified mitigation actions can help
greatly with this. To ensure this MJHMP realistically reflects available resources, mitigation actions are
prioritized by considering benefit cost review, public input, and MJHMP Planning Committee agreement.
5.5.1.1 Cost/ Benefit Review
The action plan must be prioritized according to a benefit/cost analysis of the proposed projects and their
associated costs (44 C.F.R. §201.6(c)(3)(iii)). The benefits of proposed projects were weighed against
estimated costs as part of the project prioritization process. This review does not meet FEMA Hazard
Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) and Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) grant
program requirements. A less formal, less costly approach was used because some projects may not be
implemented for up to 10 years, and associated costs and benefits could change dramatically in that time.
Parameters were established for assigning subjective ratings (high, medium, and low) to the costs and
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benefits of these projects. Cost ratings were defined as follows:
▪ High—Existing funding will not cover the cost of the project; implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative source (for example, bonds, grants, and fee increases).
▪ Medium—The project could be implemented with existing funding but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a budget amendment, or the cost of the project would have to be
spread over multiple years.
▪ Low—The project could be funded under the existing budget. The project is part of or can be part of
an ongoing existing program.
Benefit ratings were defined as follows:
▪ High—Project will provide an immediate reduction of risk exposure for life and property.
▪ Medium—Project will have a long-term impact on the reduction of risk exposure for life and
property, or project will not provide an immediate reduction in the risk exposure for property.
▪ Low—Long-term benefits of the project are difficult to quantify in the short term.
Using this approach, projects with positive benefit versus cost ratios (such as high over high, high over
medium, medium over low, etc.) are considered cost-beneficial and are prioritized accordingly. For many
of the strategies identified in this action plan, the partners may seek financial assistance under the HMGP
or BRIC programs, both of which require detailed benefit/cost analyses. These analyses will be performed
on projects at the time of application using the FEMA benefit-cost model. For projects not seeking financial
assistance from grant programs that require detailed analysis, the partners reserve the right to define
“benefits” according to parameters that meet the goals and objectives of this HMP.
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5.5.1.2 Public Input
An 8-question community survey was distributed to the public, yielding 376 survey responses and useful
insight into the community’s perception of natural hazards affecting Mendocino County. Specific question
responses heavily influenced the prioritization of mitigation actions, including:
▪ 79% of participants believe their property is at risk from a natural hazard disaster.
▪ 44.3% of respondents have experienced earthquakes, 37.9% experienced wildfire, 53.1% experienced
a pandemic, and 45.1% experienced drought. Only 9.9% of respondents (or someone in their
household) had not experienced a natural hazard.
▪ 50.8% of participants considered the risk of naturally occurring hazards when choosing their home.
▪ 60.4% of respondents felt they were well-informed about the dangers of natural hazards, while
33.5% felt somewhat informed and 6.1% felt uninformed.
▪ When asked what incentives would encourage additional home protection from possible natural
hazards, the top responses were insurance premium discounts (63.3%), rebate programs or
reimbursement of upfront costs (62.5%), and building permit fee waivers (49.2%).
▪ Respondents indicated top mitigation projects that local government agencies should focus on:
o Retrofit and strengthen essential facilities (54.8%)
o Replace inadequate or vulnerable bridges and roadways (61.4%)
o Retrofit or upgrade drainage systems (36.7%)
o Work on improving damage resistance of utilities (71.8%)
o Ensure emergency shelters, the Emergency Operations Center, and communication towns
have backup power generators (63.3%)
o Assist vulnerable property owners with securing funding to mitigate impacts to their
properties (51.3%)
The complete survey results can be found in Appendix B.
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5.5.2 Mitigation Action Plan
Table 5-6 lists each mitigation action for the County.
Each participating jurisdiction developed unique
mitigation actions as well, targeted at their own
unique priorities and vulnerabilities; these are
available on MAST and in Volume 2 of this MJHMP.
Each mitigation action identifies the responsible
party, time frame, potential funding source,
implementation steps and resources needed to
implement these priority mitigation actions. As a
living document, hazard problem statements and
mitigation activities will be updated through MAST.
The detail provided in MAST and captured in Table 5-6
meets the regulatory requirements of FEMA and DMA
2000.
The actions detailed in Table 5-6 and MAST contain
both new action items developed for this plan Update
as well as old actions that were yet to be completed
from the 2014 Plan. The action numbers indicate
whether the action is new or from the 2014 plan. A
sample of the action number nomenclature is
presented in Figure 5-2.
Section 2, What’s New, illustrates progress towards
new and previous mitigation action and indicates how
many actions have been completed, deleted, or are ongoing or pending.
Important to note: The Planning Committee realizes that new needs and priorities may arise as a result
of a disaster or other circumstances and reserves the right to support new actions and edit existing
actions as necessary as long as they conform to the overall goals of the plan.
Figure 5-2: Mitigation Action Number Key
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Table 5-6: County Wide Mitigation Action Tracker
Mitigation No. Hazard
Type
Mitigation
Type
Status Year Primary
Agency
Title/Description Responsible
Party
Estimated Cost Estimated Benefit Time
Frame
HMA
Activity
Type
Potential Grant
Source
Priority Related
Problem
Statements
ma-AH-MC-134 All Hazard PE&A -
Public
Education &
Awareness
Pending 2008 Mendocino
County
Develop a public outreach program
that distributes consistent hazard
mitigation content and mitigation
tips for property owners. For
example, wildfire outreach should
focus on necessary ignition
resistance and home hardening
features - including defensible
space - for county residents.
Mendocino
County
Low - The project could be funded
under the existing budget. The
project is part of or can be part of
an ongoing existing program.
Medium - Project will have
a long-term impact on the
reduction of risk exposure
for life and property, or
project will not provide an
immediate reduction in the
risk exposure for property.
Ongoing 5% HMGP / BRIC Low ps-EQ-MC-40,
ps-EQ-MC-38,
ps-EQ-MC-39,
ps-CC-MC-59,
ps-EW-MC-54
ma-AH-MC-205 All Hazard PE&A -
Public
Education &
Awareness
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County
Develop an education program to
inform both existing Class K
structure owners and applicants of
building permits for Class K
structures of the inherent risks of
such structures to all natural
hazards
Planning and
Building
Services
Low - The project could be funded
under the existing budget. The
project is part of or can be part of
an ongoing existing program.
Medium - Project will have
a long-term impact on the
reduction of risk exposure
for life and property, or
project will not provide an
immediate reduction in the
risk exposure for property.
1-3 Years 5% HMGP / BRIC High ps-EQ-MC-40,
ps-FL-MC-31,
ps-WF-MC-44
ma-AH-MC-299 All Hazard ES -
Emergency
Services
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County
Construct evacuation routes as
needed to ensure multiple egress
routes from neighborhoods.
Mendocino
County
Department of
Transportation
High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
Funding
Dependent
Project HMGP / BRIC ,
FP&S
High ps-WF-MC-43,
ps-EQ-MC-36,
ps-EW-MC-53
ma-CC-MC-221 Climate
Change
PE&A -
Public
Education &
Awareness
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County
Offer agricultural disaster training
and networking opportunities for
farmers and agricultural regulatory
agencies.
Mendocino
County
Low - The project could be funded
under the existing budget. The
project is part of or can be part of
an ongoing existing program.
Medium - Project will have
a long-term impact on the
reduction of risk exposure
for life and property, or
project will not provide an
immediate reduction in the
risk exposure for property.
3-5 Years 5% HMGP / BRIC Medium ps-CC-MC-58
ma-CC-MC-298 Climate
Change
PE&A -
Public
Education &
Awareness
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County
Develop public outreach to educate
the public on household practices
that can lessen the impacts of
climate change.
Mendocino
County
Low - The project could be funded
under the existing budget. The
project is part of or can be part of
an ongoing existing program.
Medium - Project will have
a long-term impact on the
reduction of risk exposure
for life and property, or
project will not provide an
immediate reduction in the
risk exposure for property.
Ongoing 5% HMGP / BRIC Medium
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Mitigation No. Hazard
Type
Mitigation
Type
Status Year Primary
Agency
Title/Description Responsible
Party
Estimated Cost Estimated Benefit Time
Frame
HMA
Activity
Type
Potential Grant
Source
Priority Related
Problem
Statements
ma-DF-MC-126 Dam
Failure
PE&A -
Public
Education &
Awareness
Pending 2014 Mendocino
County
Develop a public outreach program
that informs property owners
located in the dam or levee
inundation areas about voluntary
flood insurance.
Planning and
Building
Services
Low - The project could be funded
under the existing budget. The
project is part of or can be part of
an ongoing existing program.
Medium - Project will have
a long-term impact on the
reduction of risk exposure
for life and property, or
project will not provide an
immediate reduction in the
risk exposure for property.
1-3 Years 5% HMGP / BRIC Medium
ma-DF-MC-199 Dam
Failure
ES -
Emergency
Services
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County
Design and implement County-wide
warning system program, with all
other HMP participating
jurisdictions as secondary
participants, to warn everyone
within a dam inundation zone of
impending dam failure
Mendocino
County
Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
3-5 Years Project HMGP / BRIC ,
FMA
Medium ps-DF-MC-56,
ps-DF-MC-57,
ps-DF-UK-173
ma-DR-MC-196 Drought PE&A -
Public
Education &
Awareness
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County
Develop a public education
campaign to encourage water
conservation during drought.
Planning and
Building, Env.
Health,
Low - The project could be funded
under the existing budget. The
project is part of or can be part of
an ongoing existing program.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 Years 5% HMGP / BRIC Medium ps-DR-MC-18,
ps-DR-MC-19
ma-DR-MC-197 Drought PRV -
Prevention
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County
Amend land use codes to
incorporate regulations that
encourage and incentive water
savings for development.
Planning and
Building
Services
Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
Medium - Project will have
a long-term impact on the
reduction of risk exposure
for life and property, or
project will not provide an
immediate reduction in the
risk exposure for property.
1-3 Years Planning HMGP / BRIC Medium ps-DR-MC-21,
ps-CC-MC-60
ma-DR-MC-198 Drought NRP -
Natural
Resource
Protection
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County
Replace existing turf grass and
water intensive landscaping with
drought resistant landscaping
Mendocino
County
Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 Years HMGP / BRIC Medium ps-DR-MC-20
ma-EQ-MC-127 Earthquake SP -
Structural
Projects
Pending 2014 Mendocino
County
Seismically retrofit or replace
County and local ramps and bridges
that are categorized as structurally
deficient by Caltrans, identified as
needing replacement by the County,
are located in an high ground
shaking areas, and/or are necessary
for first responders to use during
and/or immediate after a disaster or
emergency.
Planning and
Building
Services
High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
3-5 Years Project HMGP / BRIC High ps-EQ-MC-36
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Mitigation No. Hazard
Type
Mitigation
Type
Status Year Primary
Agency
Title/Description Responsible
Party
Estimated Cost Estimated Benefit Time
Frame
HMA
Activity
Type
Potential Grant
Source
Priority Related
Problem
Statements
ma-EQ-MC-200 Earthquake PE&A -
Public
Education &
Awareness
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County
Encourage privately owned critical
facilities (e.g. churches, hotels, other
gathering facilities) to evaluate the
ability of the buildings to withstand
earthquakes and to address any
deficiencies identified.
Mendocino
County
Low - The project could be funded
under the existing budget. The
project is part of or can be part of
an ongoing existing program.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
Ongoing 5% HMGP / BRIC High ps-EQ-MC-33,
ps-EQ-MC-37,
ps-EQ-MC-38,
ps-EQ-MC-39,
ps-EQ-MC-41
ma-EQ-MC-201 Earthquake SP -
Structural
Projects
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County
Retrofit / Harden County-owned
critical facilities (including water &
sewer infrastructure) and buildings
and their ability to withstand
earthquakes.
Planning and
Building
Services,
Mendocino
County Dept.
of
Transportation
High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
5-10 Years Project HMGP / BRIC High ps-EQ-MC-34,
ps-EQ-MC-33,
ps-EQ-MC-37,
ps-EQ-MC-36
ma-EQ-MC-202 Earthquake SP -
Structural
Projects
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County
Retrofit non-compliant suspended
ceilings in County buildings. This
includes Non-Structural Suspended
Gypsum Dry-Wall & Cement Plaster
Ceilings built 1950-1974.
Mendocino
County
High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
3-5 Years Project HMGP / BRIC High ps-EQ-MC-33,
ps-EQ-MC-34
ma-EQ-MC-203 Earthquake SP -
Structural
Projects
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County
Install seismic gas shut-off valves
on County buildings to prevent the
flow of gas into buildings during a
seismic event
Mendocino
County
Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 Years Project HMGP / BRIC High ps-EQ-MC-35
ma-WS-MC-118 Extreme
Weather
PPRO -
Property
Protection
Pending 2014 Mendocino
County
Manage vegetation in areas within
and adjacent to rights- of-way and
in close proximity to critical
facilities in order to reduce the risk
of tree failure and property damage
and avoid creation of wind
acceleration corridors within
vegetated areas.
Mendocino
County
Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 Years Project HMGP / BRIC High ps-EW-MC-55
ma-EW-MC-207 Extreme
Weather
NRP -
Natural
Resource
Protection
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County
Routinely inspect storm water
channels for vegetation build up or
encroachment, trash and debris, silt
and gravel build up, and erosion or
bank failure.
Mendocino
County
Department of
Transportation
Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
Ongoing Project HMGP / BRIC ,
FMA
High ps-EW-MC-53,
ps-EW-MC-53,
ps-FL-MC-29
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Mitigation No. Hazard
Type
Mitigation
Type
Status Year Primary
Agency
Title/Description Responsible
Party
Estimated Cost Estimated Benefit Time
Frame
HMA
Activity
Type
Potential Grant
Source
Priority Related
Problem
Statements
ma-EW-MC-208 Extreme
Weather
SP -
Structural
Projects
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County
Perform a feasibility study for flood
proofing options and analyze the
drainage systems County-wide.
Mendocino
County DOT
High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
3-5 Years Project HMGP / BRIC ,
FMA
High ps-EW-MC-53
ma-FL-MC-125 Flood PPRO -
Property
Protection
Pending 2014 Mendocino
County
Acquire, relocate, or elevate
residential structures, in particular
those that have been identified as
Repetitive Loss (RL) properties that
are located within the 100-year
floodplain.
Planning and
Building
Services
High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
3-5 Years Project FMA High ps-FL-MC-32
ma-FL-MC-210 Flood SP -
Structural
Projects
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County
Elevate and retrofit bridges and
culverts to allow proper stormwater
/ 100-YR flows.
Mendocino
County DOT
High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
5-10 Years Project HMGP / BRIC ,
FMA
High ps-FL-MC-28
ma-FL-MC-213 Flood NRP -
Natural
Resource
Protection
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County
Draft a Floodplain Management
Plan to address County-wide
flooding and identify specific
mitigation projects to reduce the
magnitude, frequency, and severity
of flooding in Mendocino County.
Mendocino
County
High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
3-5 Years Planning HMGP / BRIC ,
FMA
High ps-FL-MC-27,
ps-FL-MC-30,
ps-FL-MC-174
ma-FL-MC-215 Flood PRV -
Prevention
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County
Adopt higher regulatory standards
(including but not limited to
freeboard, comp storage, lower
substantial damage thresholds,
setback and fill restrictions) as
means to reduce future flood risk
and support a no-adverse-impact
(NAI) philosophy to floodplain
management.
Mendocino
County
Low - The project could be funded
under the existing budget. The
project is part of or can be part of
an ongoing existing program.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 Years Planning HMGP / BRIC ,
FMA
Medium
ma-PN-MC-222 Pandemic SP -
Structural
Projects
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County
Assess and institute necessary
upgrades to critical facilities to
allow for usage during pandemic,
including adequate ventilation and
physical barriers
Mendocino
County
Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 Years Project HMGP / BRIC High ps-PN-MC-115,
ps-PN-MC-61
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Mitigation No. Hazard
Type
Mitigation
Type
Status Year Primary
Agency
Title/Description Responsible
Party
Estimated Cost Estimated Benefit Time
Frame
HMA
Activity
Type
Potential Grant
Source
Priority Related
Problem
Statements
ma-PN-MC-223 Pandemic SP -
Structural
Projects
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County
Institute necessary structural
improvements to evacuation
centers/sheltering locations to allow
for proper ventilation, space for
staff, and structural barriers to be
used during pandemic and hazard
event.
Mendocino
County
High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 Years Project HMGP / BRIC High ps-PN-MC-115,
ps-PN-MC-61
ma-PN-MC-224 Pandemic ES -
Emergency
Services
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County
Develop alternative sheltering/
evacuation locations for
social distancing required during
pandemic and other hazard event
Mendocino
County
Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 Years Planning HMGP / BRIC High ps-PN-MC-114,
ps-PN-MC-61
ma-SF-MC-139 Slope
Failure
PPRO -
Property
Protection
Pending 2008 Mendocino
County
Construct a lightweight fill prism
under roads to prevent the slip plain
from further movement and
subsequent damage to roads.
Mendocino
County
High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
3-5 Years Project HMGP / BRIC High
ma-SF-MC-225 Slope
Failure
PPRO -
Property
Protection
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County
Establish a priority list of slope
failure locations and implement
slope stabilization projects in the
highest risk areas.
Mendocino
County
Department of
Transportation
Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
Medium - Project will have
a long-term impact on the
reduction of risk exposure
for life and property, or
project will not provide an
immediate reduction in the
risk exposure for property.
1-3 Years Planning HMGP / BRIC Medium ps-SF-MC-22,
ps-SF-MC-23,
ps-SF-MC-24,
ps-SF-MC-25,
ps-SF-MC-26,
ps-SH-MC-51,
ps-SH-MC-52
ma-SH-MC-206 Soil Hazard PE&A -
Public
Education &
Awareness
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County
Develop educational outreach
during the building permit process
to raise awareness about the
presence naturally occurring
asbestos.
Planning and
Building
Services
Low - The project could be funded
under the existing budget. The
project is part of or can be part of
an ongoing existing program.
Medium - Project will have
a long-term impact on the
reduction of risk exposure
for life and property, or
project will not provide an
immediate reduction in the
risk exposure for property.
1-3 Years 5% HMGP / BRIC Medium ps-SH-MC-49
ma-SH-MC-226 Soil Hazard PPRO -
Property
Protection
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County
Establish a priority list of coastal
erosion locations and implement
slope stabilization projects in the
highest risk areas.
Mendocino
County
High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
3-5 Years Project HMGP / BRIC Medium ps-SH-MC-50
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Mitigation No. Hazard
Type
Mitigation
Type
Status Year Primary
Agency
Title/Description Responsible
Party
Estimated Cost Estimated Benefit Time
Frame
HMA
Activity
Type
Potential Grant
Source
Priority Related
Problem
Statements
ma-WF-MC-123 Wildfire PPRO -
Property
Protection
Pending 2014 Mendocino
County
Create and/or help strengthen
existing vegetation management
programs that provides vegetation
management services to elderly,
disabled, or low-income property
owners who lack the resources to
remove flammable vegetation from
around their homes.
Office of
Emergency
Services
Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 Years Project HMGP / BRIC ,
FP&S
High ps-WF-MC-47
ma-WF-MC-227 Wildfire PPRO -
Property
Protection
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County
Retrofit critical facilities (adult care,
child care, schools, railways) with
fire-resistant materials and create
defensible space around structures.
Mendocino
County
High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
3-5 Years Project HMGP / BRIC ,
FP&S
High ps-WF-MC-45
ma-WF-MC-228 Wildfire ES -
Emergency
Services
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County
Ensure addresses and locations are
easily accessed during emergency,
especially in the WUI. Methods
include installation of high visibility
address markers, partnering wiht
County Fire Chief to reduce
overlapping, duplicate, or
misordered street and address
markings, and developing GPS-
based locating options for more
remote or hard to find locations.
Mendocino
County
Low - The project could be funded
under the existing budget. The
project is part of or can be part of
an ongoing existing program.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 Years Project HMGP / BRIC ,
FP&S
High ps-WF-MC-43
ma-WF-MC-238 Wildfire PRV -
Prevention
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County
Update County Code/ Land Use
Regulations/Subdivision Design
Guidelines to include design and
siting standards to incorporate, for
example, emergency response
access and turn around space or fire
suppression water needs.
Planning and
Building
Services
High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 Years Planning HMGP / BRIC High ps-WF-MC-42
ma-WF-MC-239 Wildfire NRP -
Natural
Resource
Protection
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County
Coordinate with fire protection
agencies to develop vegetation
management program to remove
understory brush, hazardous trees,
and excessive fuels around County
roads and evacuation routes.
Mendocino
County
Department of
Transportation
High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
Ongoing Project HMGP / BRIC ,
FP&S
High ps-WF-MC-48
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Mitigation No. Hazard
Type
Mitigation
Type
Status Year Primary
Agency
Title/Description Responsible
Party
Estimated Cost Estimated Benefit Time
Frame
HMA
Activity
Type
Potential Grant
Source
Priority Related
Problem
Statements
ma-WF-MC-287 Wildfire PPRO -
Property
Protection
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County
Implement and continue to re-
prioritize Mendocino County CWPP
Mitigation Projects and support
smaller scale neighborhood and
community plans as appropriate.
Mendocino
County
Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
3-5 Years Project HMGP / BRIC ,
AFG , FP&S
High ps-WF-MC-47,
ps-WF-MC-48,
ps-WF-MC-45
ma-WF-MC-300 Wildfire PPRO -
Property
Protection
Ongoing 2020 Mendocino
County
Identify and develop a plan and
maintenance schedule for key fuel
breaks currently existing around
population centers and other key
resources; develop new fuel breaks
as identified.
County in
partnership
with MCFSC
Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
Ongoing Project HMGP / BRIC Medium ps-WF-MC-42,
ps-WF-MC-45,
ps-WF-MC-47
ma-WF-MC-301 Wildfire PRV -
Prevention
Ongoing 2020 Mendocino
County
Continue to support programs to
reduce fuel loads in the County,
including but not limited to
continuing the chipper program,
mastication and removal of fuels,
and encouraging prescribed burns
when practicable.
County in
partnership
with MCFSC
High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
Ongoing Project HMGP / BRIC ,
FP&S
High ps-WF-MC-48,
ps-WF-MC-44
ma-WF-MC-302 Wildfire PRV -
Prevention
Ongoing 2020 Mendocino
County
Develop a program to map and
manage emerging high risk fuel
sources.
County in
partnership
with
Mendocino
Fire Safe
Council
Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
Ongoing Planning HMGP / BRIC ,
FP&S
Medium ps-WF-MC-45,
ps-WF-MC-47
Note: As a living document, project descriptions and actions in the tables above will be modified to reflect current conditions over time in MAST.
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Section 6. Plan Implementation and Maintenance
It is important that this plan becomes a usable, used tool for all planning partners to ensure reductions in
possible damage from a natural hazard event. This section discusses adopting, implementing, monitoring,
evaluating, and updating the MJHMP, which should help ensure that the MJHMP remains relevant. This
section describes the incorporation of the MJHMP into existing planning mechanisms, and how the
jurisdictions will continue to engage the public.
6.1 Plan Adoption
To comply with DMA 2000, the Mendocino County Board of Supervisors has officially adopted the
Mendocino County Multi-Jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation Plan. The adoption of the MJHMP recognizes the
County’s commitment to reducing the impacts of natural hazards within the County. A copy of the MJHMP
adoption resolution is included immediately following the Executive Summary.
6.2 Plan Implementation
Over time, implementation strategies for mitigation actions will become more detailed. MAST will be
extremely useful to plan for updates to this MJHMP and to update individual mitigation actions as
implemented or revised. In conjunction with the progress report processes, implementation strategy
worksheets will be extremely useful as a plan of record tool for updates. Each implementation strategy
worksheet provides individual steps and resources need to complete each priority mitigation action. The
following are considerations for developing future implementation strategies:
▪ Use processes that already exist. Take advantage of the tools and procedures identified in the
capability assessment in Section 5.3. Using planning mechanisms already in use and familiar to
planning partners will give the planning implementation phase a strong initial boost.
▪ Updated work plans, policies, or procedure. Incorporating hazard mitigation concepts and
activities can help integrate the HMP into daily operations. These changes can include how major
development projects and subdivision reviews are addressed in hazard-prone areas or ensure that
hazard mitigation concerns are considered in the approval of major capital improvement projects.
▪ Job descriptions. Working with department or agency heads to revise job descriptions of
government staff to include mitigation-related duties, including designating a “mitigation lead”
within a department, can further institutionalize hazard mitigation with little financial expenditure
or programmatic overhaul.
6.2.1 Steering Committee
The Steering Committee oversaw the development of the plan and made recommendations on key
elements of the plan, including the maintenance strategy. The Steering Committee recommended that an
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oversight committee referred to herein as the MJHMP Steering Committee, should have an active role in
the plan maintenance strategy. Therefore, it is recommended that the MJHMP Steering Committee
become involved in key elements of the plan maintenance strategy. The new MJHMP Steering Committee
should strive to include representation from the planning partners, as well as other stakeholders in the
planning area.
The new MJHMP Steering Committee will review the annual progress report and provide input to
Mendocino County on possible improvements or action steps to be considered at the next update. Keeping
this new MJHMP Steering Committee intact will also jump-start future updates. Completion of a progress
report is the responsibility of each participating jurisdiction, not the responsibility of the steering
committee. It will simply be the MJHMP Steering Committee’s role to review the progress report in an
effort to identify issues needing to be addressed by future plans..
6.3 Monitoring, Evaluating and Updating the MJHMP
This section describes the schedule and process for monitoring, evaluating, and updating the MJHMP. The
Mitigation Action Support Tool (MAST), has been developed as a primary resource for updating and
monitoring mitigation actions. See subsection 6.3.2 below for more information on MAST.
6.3.1 Schedule
Monitoring the progress of the mitigation actions will be ongoing throughout the five-year period between
the adoption of the MJHMP and the next update effort. The newly-formed MJHMP Steering Committee
will meet biannually to monitor the implementation of mitigation actions and develop updates as
necessary.
The MJHMP will be updated every five years, as required by DMA 2000. The update process will begin at
least one year prior to the expiration of the MJHMP. However, should a significant disaster occur within
the County, the MJHMP Steering Committee will reconvene within 30 days of the disaster to review and
update the MJHMP as appropriate. The Board of County Commissioners will adopt written updates to the
MJHMP as a DMA 2000 requirement.
6.3.2 Mitigation Action Support Tool (MAST) Updates
Hazard problem statements and mitigation activities will be updated through a web interface application
developed specifically for Mendocino County, available on the project website,
(https://mitigatehazards.com/mendocino-county/), to ensure this MJHMP remains a living document.
MAST is a web-based interactive tool that enables multiple users to search, view, enter, and update
mitigation actions, ideas or projects, and other information. MAST provides participating jurisdiction staff
and plan reviewers (Cal OES/FEMA) access to valuable mitigation information that can be leveraged by
future planning or other risk reduction efforts. Users can update the status of their mitigation projects
throughout the planning lifecycle and this web-based tool will improve participating jurisdiction’s ability
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to apply for FEMA’s Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA) grant programs including the initial grant
application processes through Cal OES.
6.3.3 Process
The MJHMP Steering Committee will coordinate with responsible agencies/organizations identified for
each mitigation action. These responsible agencies/organizations will monitor and evaluate the progress
made on the implementation of mitigation actions and report to the MJHMP Steering Committee on an
annual basis. These responsible departments will assess the effectiveness of the mitigation actions and
modify them as appropriate. MAST will assist mitigation project managers in reporting on the status and
assessing the effectiveness of the mitigation actions. Most updates to the HMP will occur easily through
MAST.
Figure 6-1: Diagram of MAST viewing details
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Information from the mitigation leads within responsible departments will be used to monitor mitigation
actions and annual evaluation of the MJHMP. The following questions will be considered in evaluating
MJHMP effectiveness:
▪ Has the nature or magnitude of hazards affecting the County and other jurisdictions changed?
▪ Are there new hazards that have the potential to impact the County and other jurisdictions?
▪ Do the identified goals and actions address current and expected conditions?
▪ Have mitigation actions been implemented or completed?
▪ Has the implementation of identified mitigation actions resulted in expected outcomes?
▪ Are current resources adequate to implement the MJHMP?
▪ Should additional local resources be committed to address identified hazards?
Future updates to the MJHMP will account for any new hazard vulnerabilities, special circumstances, or
new information that becomes available. Issues that arise or updates made during monitoring and
evaluating the MJHMP will be incorporated into the next update of the MJHMP in 2025. The questions
identified above would remain valid during the preparation of the 2025 update.
6.3.4 Continuing Public Involvement
During the five-year update cycle, County staff will involve the public through public workshops and
meetings. Information on upcoming public events related to the MJHMP or solicitation for comments will
be announced via newspapers, mailings, and on the County MJHMP website
(https://mitigatehazards.com/mendocino-county/). An electronic copy of the current MJHMP document
will be accessible through the County website as well as at the County Courthouse in the City of
Mendocino. The MJHMP Planning Committee will, as much as practicable, incorporate the following
concepts into its public outreach strategy to ensure continued public involvement in the MJHMP planning
process:
▪ Work with public service clubs, i.e., the Rotary Club of Mendocino, and the Mendocino County
Library.
▪ Collaborate with faith-based organizations, i.e., Mendocino Presbyterian Church, Mendocino
Baptist Church, Sant Anthony Roman Catholic Church, Mendocino Coast Jewish Community, etc.
▪ Create story ideas for media outlets, such as newspapers, local radio, and TV
▪ Distribute emails and postcards/mailers to County/ City/ Town residents about hazard mitigation
updates
▪ Post meeting announcements at City Halls, community centers, coffee houses, grocery stores, etc.
▪ Educate and collaborate with insurance companies.
▪ Participate in other existing local community meeting places, i.e., Mendocino Farmers Market,
Ukiah Farmers Market, Point Arena Farmers Market, etc.
▪ Distribute information through K-12 schools
▪ Continue to use the County website as a distribution point of hazard mitigation information
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6.3.5 HMA Monitoring
FEMA’s Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA) Program is the catalyst that drives increased understanding
and supports proactive community action to reduce losses from natural hazards. To support this vision,
FEMA funds three grant programs under HMA. The three programs are the Hazard Mitigation Grant
Program (HMGP), the Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) Program, and Building Resilient Infrastructure
and Communities (BRIC) Program.11
▪ HMGP assists in implementing long-term hazard mitigation planning and projects following a
Presidential major disaster declaration
▪ BRIC provides funds for hazard mitigation planning and projects on an annual basis
▪ FMA provides funds for planning and projects to reduce or eliminate risk of flood damage to
buildings that are insured under the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) on an annual basis.
HMGP funding is generally 15% of the total amount of Federal assistance provided to a State, Territory, or
federally-recognized tribe following a major disaster declaration. BRIC and FMA funding depends on the
amount congress appropriates each year for those programs. The HMGP supports cost-effective post-
disaster projects and is the longest-running mitigation program among FEMA’s three grant programs. A
2017 study by the National Institute of Building Sciences’ (NIBS) Multihazard Mitigation Council has shown
that every federal dollar spent on mitigation saves six dollars in response and recovery costs.
MAST will be extremely useful in applying for Cal OES funding. Plan maintenance will be primarily done
through MAST. Figure 6-2 demonstrates how MAST information will translate into Cal OES NOIs and grant
Sub application requests.
11 In August of 2020, the BRIC program replaced Pre-Disaster Mitigation (PDM) grant program.
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Figure 6-2: MAST and Cal OES Grant Applications
Following a disaster, California Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and local Mendocino County
officials in a joint effort with FEMA will perform Preliminary Damage Assessments (PDA) of the areas that
sustained damage. Cal OES submits, through the FEMA Regional Office, the information collected along
with a damage estimate to request a declaration from the President. A Presidential Major Disaster
Declaration provides for the availability of HMGP funds at the request of a state’s Governor in eligible
communities within a state, tribe, or territory. Figure 6-3 depicts this.
Figure 6-3 shows a timeline of how projects should be developed and administered by local government
and FEMA under the HMGP program. HMGP grant recipients will have 36 months from the close of the
application period to complete projects.
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Figure 6-3: HMGP Timeline
For More information on HMGP project development process visit:
www.fema.gov/hazard-mitigation-grant-program-guide-state/local-governments
6.3.6 Incorporation into Other Planning Mechanisms
For the HMP to be successful, the recommendations and underlying principles of the MJHMP should be
incorporated into community planning and development such as capital improvement budgeting, building
and zoning codes, general plans and regional plans. Integration into a variety of departments at the County
and participating jurisdiction level provides an opportunity to network, identify, and highlight mitigation
activities and opportunities at all levels of government. It is also important to monitor funding
opportunities that can be leveraged to implement the mitigation actions.
Information from this MJHMP can be incorporated into:
▪ Mendocino County and Municipal General Plans: The MJHMP will provide information that can be
incorporated into the Safety, Land Use, and Conservation Elements of General Plans for
municipalities and the County as they are updated. Many jurisdictions will update the Safety
Element of the General Plan to incorporate the MJHMP in compliance with AB 2140. Specific risk
and vulnerability information from the Mendocino County MJHMP will assist in identifying areas
where development may be at risk to potential hazards, which in turn can be incorporated into
General Plans. For example, jurisdictions may consider instituting a hazard overlay zone that
requires additional scrutiny because of close proximity to certain hazards.
▪ Building / Development Codes and Zoning Ordinances: The MJHMP provides information to
enable the County and municipalities to make decisions on appropriate building/development
codes and ordinances. Appropriate building codes and ordinances can increase resilience against
natural disasters. Some County and municipal mitigation actions directly recommend updates or
new regulations as mitigation for hazard risks; those mitigation actions indicate priorities for
regulatory updates in participating jurisdictions.
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▪ Community Wildfire Protection Plans (CWPP): The MJHMP will provide information that can be
incorporated into CWPPs and Strategic Fire Plan updates for areas within the County. The MJHMP
likewise captured mitigation actions derived from CWPPs.
▪ Water/ Flood Management Plans: The MJHMP will provide information that can be included in
updates of the Mendocino County Groundwater Monitoring Plan, Stormwater Management Plan,
the Mendocino River Flood Management Plan, and other water/ flood management plans. While
the process for updating these types of plans will vary by jurisdiction, the flood data developed for
the MJHMP can be used in other mechanisms along with exposure and damage estimation
information.
▪ Planning Mechanisms for Special Districts. Special districts and other participating jurisdictions
likely have specific planning documents that will incorporate elements of the MJHMP as well.
These will vary by jurisdiction and are explored more specifically in each Annex Capability
Assessment. These include capital improvement plans, maintenance plans, emergency response
or operations plans, and other relevant planning documents. Mitigation actions prioritize what
plans may need to be updated to reflect this MJHMP information. Valuable information includes
exposure and damage estimation and granular spatial footprint information from RAMP.
6.1.1 Planning Integration Processes
With adoption of this plan, Mendocino County and planning partners will be responsible for the plan
implementation and maintenance. The County and the MJHMP Steering Committee will continue to:
▪ Act as a forum for hazard mitigation issues,
▪ Disseminate hazard mitigation ideas and activities to Mendocino County communities,
▪ Ensure hazard mitigation risk assessments and maps remain a consideration for safety
decisionmakers,
▪ Report on plan progress and recommended changes, and
▪ Inform and solicit input from the public.
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A GIS-based vulnerability assessment was conducted for each of the priority hazards identified by the
Planning Committee. Several sources of data are necessary to conduct a vulnerability analysis. This
appendix presents an outline of the data inputs, processing steps, and outputs used to create the
vulnerability analysis results presented in the Hazard Mitigation Plan. The analysis methodology is
presented first, followed by an overview of the analysis data.
A.1. Natural Hazard Exposure
The natural hazard exposure analysis (see C. Natural Hazard Exposure in Figure 7-4) is an inventory of
population, parcels, critical facilities, and other assets within each natural hazard area. As shown in Figure
7-1, the presence of a structure inside a natural hazard area (the flood zone in this example) qualifies that
structure as exposed to the natural hazard.
Figure 7-1: Hazard Exposure
The total counts of parcels, people, facilities, assets and the sum of values within the planning area which
could be exposed to a hazard event is referred to as the “exposure” in this plan. A natural hazards overlay
was developed to reflect the combination of many known natural hazard spatial footprints. The spatial
overlay method enables summarization of building values, parcel counts, population exposure, and critical
facility exposure within a hazard’s geographic extents (see C. Natural Hazard Exposure in Figure 7-4). The
input data is used to evaluate exposure for earthquakes, landslides, flooding, dam inundation, wildfire,
tsunami, sea-level rise, and areas of naturally occurring asbestos.
Damage Estimation with Hazus
FEMA’s Hazus software was implemented to conduct a detailed loss estimation for flood, earthquake, and
dam inundation. Hazus is a nationally applicable standardized methodology that contains models for
estimating potential losses from earthquakes, floods, and hurricanes. Hazus uses Geographic Information
Systems (GIS) technology to estimate physical, economic, and social impacts of disasters. For purposes of
this planning effort, Hazus was used to generate damage estimations due to possible earthquakes,
flooding, and dam inundation depths. The estimated damage and losses provided by the Hazus Software
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provide the ability to understand possible widescale damage to buildings and facilities (see D. Hazus
Damage Estimations in Figure 7-4).
In the hypothetical geography shown in Figure 7-3, even though both structures are exposed to flooding, it
is expected that the structure with a first floor height below the depth of flooding will receive significantly
more damage than the structure with a first floor height above the expected water depth. Note that not all
building data contains first floor height and first floor height is an example of the type of field utilized by
Hazus in calculating damage estimates.
Figure 7-2: Flood Depth and Damage Curves
Figure 7-3: Hazus Damage Estimations
Hazus is a FEMA product with highly detailed documentation provided on the analysis steps and
algorithms performed against the input data and associated scenarios in the process of obtaining loss
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estimates. The explanation in this appendix section is simplified. Refer to the full documentation and
technical manuals from FEMA for greater explanation on Hazus specifics.
Distinguishing Results – Natural Hazard Exposure Analysis vs Hazus Results
Table and chart references throughout the hazard mitigation plan are explicitly called out for Hazus results
as “Damage Estimates”. There are expected differences in the results between estimations of Natural
Hazard overlays and detailed Hazus results. Snapshot tables and Natural Hazard Exposure sections do not
contain Hazus estimates.
A.2. Analysis Data
Assets, Value, and Population
A.2.1.1. Parcels
County provided parcel geometry was joined with county assessor data. Centroids were created to
represent parcels at a single location. Fields required by Hazus that were not present in the parcel data
provided were given default values based on the mapped use-codes of each parcel. Earthquake building
design level attribution was based on year built (where the default was 1972) and building code adaptation
chronology. Improved parcels were chosen for the parcels dataset by a query of improvement value
presence and use-code descriptors.
A.2.1.2. Asset Insurance Schedules
County and jurisdictional insurance schedules were used in developing Real Property Asset data with
valuations and structural data for analyses. The county owned assets were utilized in Hazus analysis.
County owned real property assets and individual participating jurisdiction asset data were used in
exposure analysis. The tabular data were geocoded and quality checked for building placement. These data
are presented in the exposure analysis as “Real Property Assets” and in Hazus results as appropriate
general use code type or specific building location description.
A.2.1.3. Population
Population estimates were derived from 2013-2017 5-year Census American Community Survey (ACS)
numbers as applied to Census block groups and Census Place geographies, then processed through GIS
modeling in order to break down the proportional population for smaller units of area in relation to natural
hazards.
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A.2.1.4. Critical Infrastructure
Critical facilities and transportation/lifeline typically include hospitals, fire stations, police stations,
storage of critical records, and similar facilities. These data came from a collection of sources including
but not limited to: County GIS, County and local jurisdiction insurance data, CDSS, CEC, FCC, Hazus, USACE,
FEMA, and NPS. All data sources have a level of accuracy acceptable for planning purposes. See Table 7-2
for a list of Critical Infrastructure data used in the analysis.
A.2.1.5. Hazus Inputs
Hazus data inputs include hazard scenario data and detailed building data. The GIS team conducted a Level
2 analysis utilizing user-defined buildings with refined building characteristic parameters as inputs for
the damage estimation calculations (See A.2.1.1 and A.2.1.2). Both countywide building data and
government assets were used as inputs in this level 2 analysis. The customized user defined building
dataset allows for more accurate results for damage estimation based upon detailed building
characteristics.
Note: FEMA’s Hazus software utilizes different user defined building information inputs to develop loss
estimates depending on the hazard module. The Hazus flood and earthquake modules use fragility curves
based upon the user’s definition of building characteristics including but not limited to:
• Area
• Year Built
• Construction Type
• Number of Stories
• EQ Design Level
• Occupancy Type (Residential, Government, etc)
• Building Values
Defaults were used for missing fields and values based on use-code and other available information for that input.
Natural Hazard Data
A.2.2.1. Dam Inundation Zones
Dam inundation zone GIS data were provided by Cal OES and DWR. These represent the estimated flood
extent in the event of dam failure for individual dams.
A.2.2.2. Dam Inundation Depth Grids
Flooding depth grids of dam inundation events is provided by DWR. This is an evolving collection of site-
specific studies. The timing of availability is dictated by dam risk classification.
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A.2.2.3. Earthquake Shaking
The CGS 2 percent chance – 50-yr probability map was used as a qualitative guide in selecting an
earthquake epicenter based shakemap scenario for analyses. The M7.4 Maacama Garberville and M7.8 N.
San Andreas -N. Coast – Peninsula – SC MTN Scenario were chosen for use in Hazus damage estimations.
A.2.2.4. Flood Zones
The input parameters for Hazus analysis of Flood exposure included depth grids created with the FEMA
Flood Zone data mentioned in section A.2.2.4. 100-YR and 500-YR were scenarios that were used to analyze
the exposure to inputs as depicted in Figure 7-4. 100-YR Coastal zones were analyzed in the exposure
analysis with limited findings of exposure.
A.2.2.5. Landslide Susceptibility
GIS layer with geographic boundaries defining the likelihood of deep-seated landslides. Underlying
geology and slope angle are used in the creation of this layer by the California Geological Society. Low,
Medium, and High landslide classes were chosen as summary classes for this plan.
A.2.2.6. Naturally Occurring Asbestos
GIS layer provided by Mendocino County Air Quality Management District outlining areas likely to contain
naturally occurring asbestos. These areas are locations were asbestos is more likely, but not necessarily
present.
A.2.2.7. Sea-level rise
GIS layer composite from NOAA sea-level rise data. Zero to ten feet of rise were classified based on Global
Mean Sea Level (GMSL) Scenarios where low rise is 0-1’, intermediate-low 2’, intermediate 3’, intermediate-
high 4-5’, high 6-7’, and extreme >=8’.
A.2.2.8. Tsunami Run-up
GIS layer obtained from DWR that outlines ten-foot tsunami run-up inundation area.
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A.2.2.9. Wildfire Hazard Severity
A proprietary DP+S composite GIS layer derived from Wildland-urban interfaces, California Public Utilities
Commission fire threat areas and Fire Hazard Severity Zones. See Table 7-1.
Table 7-1: Wildfire Hazard Severity Classification
Hazard Native Class Description
Moderate
Tier 1 HHZs are zones in direct proximity to communities, roads, and
utility lines, and are a direct threat to public safety.
1 WUI is the potential treatment zone in which projects could be
conducted to reduce wildland fire threats to people.
1 / Moderate See Cal Fire FHSZ (State Responsibility Area [SRA] & Local
Responsibility Area [LRA])
High
Tier 2
Tier 2 fire-threat areas depict areas where there is an elevated risk
(including likelihood and potential impacts on people and property)
from utility associated wildfires.
High See Cal Fire FHSZ (State Responsibility Area [SRA] & Local
Responsibility Area [LRA])
Very High
Tier 3
Tier 3 fire-threat areas depict areas where there is an extreme risk
(including likelihood and potential impacts on people and property)
from utility associated wildfires.
Very High
Classification of a zone as moderate, high or very high fire hazard is
based on a combination of how a fire will behave and the
probability of flames and embers threatening buildings. Each area
of the map gets a score for flame length, embers, and the likelihood
of the area burning. Scores are then averaged over the zone
areas. Final zone class (moderate, high and very high) is based on
the averaged scores for the zone.
Source: Moderate - Cal Fire Tree Mortality, WUI, FHSZ; High - CPUC Utility Threat, Cal Fire FHSZ; Very High - High - CPUC Utility
Threat, Cal Fire FHSZ (SRA & LRA)
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Methodology Overview
Figure 7-4: Data Analysis Methodology
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Data Dictionary
Table 7-2: Data Dictionary
Dataset Data Steward Notes
Jurisdictional/Municipal
Boundaries Local Jurisdiction Local jurisdiction
Aerial Imagery USDA NAIP
County Boundary Local Jurisdiction Local jurisdiction
Elevation Model NED 1/3 arc second
GNIS USGS Get from Census
School Districts Census Can get census school districts
Stream Esri, NHD Rivers and Streams
Water Esri, NHD Bodies of water
Building Outlines MS MS
Parcel Geometry Local Jurisdiction Default lookup tables applied for some
HAZUS fields
Parcel Roll Local Jurisdiction Default lookup tables applied for some
HAZUS fields
Emergency Operations
Center Local Jurisdiction 951 Low Gap Rd / Sheriff Office
Fire Local Jurisdiction Provided by county
Law Enforcement Local Jurisdiction This is a consolidated layer of law
enforcement provided by local jurisdiction
Adult Residential Facility CA Department of
Social Services CDSS likely most complete source
Alternative Education
Program Local Jurisdiction Provided by county
Animal Control Local Jurisdiction Provided by county
Child Care Center CA Department of
Social Services Geocoded CDSS data
Communication Tower Local Jurisdiction Wireless Towers and emergency repeater
Provided by County
Community Center Local Jurisdiction Provided by county
County/Municipality
Insured Assets Insurance Provider
Municipality / County insured assets.
Source noted below.
County - Mendocino County Executive
Office, Heather Correll Rose, Property
Schedule
Willits - Community Development, Dusty
Duley, Property Schedule
Fort Bragg - Public Works, Tom Varga,
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Dataset Data Steward Notes
Property Schedule
Ukiah - Community Services, Tami
Bartolomei, Property Schedule
Point Arena - City Admin, Paul Andersen,
Property Schedule
Court House Local Jurisdiction Provided by county
Dam USACE NID and DWR Cross referenced DSOD in 2014 HMP and
consolidated with NID and DWR table
Detention Center Local Jurisdiction Provided by county
Fairground Local Jurisdiction Provided by county
Family Child Care Home CA Department of
Social Services Geocoded CDSS data
Foster Family Agency CA Department of
Social Services Geocoded CDSS data
Historic Building NPS National Park Service Data
Historic Site NPS National Park Service Data
Library Local Jurisdiction Provided by county
Medical Facility Local Jurisdiction In Medical Facility Dataset also contains
hospitals
Museum Local Jurisdiction Provided by county
Office Local Jurisdiction Provided by county
Park and Recreation Local Jurisdiction In park dataset from county
Power Plant CEC Includes non-traditional power plants
Residential Child Care CA Department of
Social Services Geocoded CDSS data
Residential Elder Care
Facility
CA Department of
Social Services Geocoded CDSS data
School CDE Department of Education
Shop Local Jurisdiction Provided by county
Storage Local Jurisdiction Provided by county
Airport Local Jurisdiction Provided by county
Bridge NBI National bridge inventory
Bus Facility HAZUS From Hazus regional dataset
Corp Yard Local Jurisdiction Provided by county
Levee FEMA From NFHL
Levee Flood Wall USACE NLD No long available from WFS
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Dataset Data Steward Notes
Levee Levee Centerline USACE NLD Centerlines match levees from NFHL
NG Pipeline CEC CEC likely best source
NG Station CEC CEC likely best source
Railroad Esri Provided by county
Road Local Jurisdiction Provided by county
Street Esri ESRI streets has the subcategories utilized
in lifeline analysis
Substation CEC Only large ones from CEC
Transfer Station Local Jurisdiction Provided by county
Transmission Line CEC CEC data is limited
Transmission Line Tower CEC CEC data is limited
Wastewater Treatment Hazus Have data from Hazus
Hazmat Hazus Have data from Hazus
Census Block US Census Bureau Census Tiger geometry
Census Block Group US Census Bureau Census Tiger geometry and ACS 2017 5-
year estimates
Census Place US Census Bureau Census Tiger geometry and ACS 2017 5-
year estimates
Census Tract US Census Bureau Census Tiger geometry and ACS 2017 5-
year estimates
Dam Inundation Cal OES Consolidated from DWR and Cal OES data
Shake Potential USGS, CISN Utilized in scenario selection
EQ Scenarios 1-X USGS, CISN Chosen qualitatively from shake potential
map
Flood Hazard FEMA Regional study from FEMA
Sea-level rise NOAA
NOAA Office for Coastal Management Sea-
level rise Data: 1-10 ft Sea-level rise
Inundation Extent
Landslide Susceptibility CGS Low medium and high classifications
Naturally Occurring
Asbestos MCAQMD
Mendocino GIS Dept - Obtained from KML
download on county website
(http://www.co.mendocino.ca.us/aqmd/nat
ural-occurring-asbestos.html).
Tsunami Runup CGS 10' tsunami run-up inundation zone.
Wildfire Hazard Severity
Zone Cal Fire / CPUC Composite fire layer: Fire Threat CPUC,
Tree Mortality, WUI, FHSZ
EQ Fault Zones CGS Locally obtained
Fire Perimeter Calfire NIFC Statewide for burn perimeters 2000-2019
(Geomac Archive)
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Dataset Data Steward Notes
Fire Regime MFRI USGS https://www.landfire.gov/NationalProductD
escriptions13.php
Qfaults USGS Locally Obtained
Insured Assets Roll
Site Value
Building/
Site Name #
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Structure Content Total
Administration 3 $11,963,350 $7,257,925 $19,221,275
County Administration Office 1 $11,567,360 $7,085,361 $18,652,721
Modular Office 1 $85,378 $22,094 $107,472
Storage Building 1 $310,612 $150,470 $461,082
Agricultural 2 $4,432,589 $2,647,120 $7,079,709
Enviromental Health Building 1 $3,488,557 $2,306,252 $5,794,809
Office Building 1 $944,032 $340,868 $1,284,900
Airport 4 $852,073 $83,647 $935,720
Airport Hangar 2 $385,991 $16,358 $402,349
Airport/Radio Equipment 1 $12,002 $41,800 $53,802
Terminal/Off./Frame Han- 1 $454,080 $25,489 $479,569
Animal Control 1 $2,138,393 $15,856 $2,154,249
Animal Control 1 $2,138,393 $15,856 $2,154,249
Communications 3 $3 $53,583 $53,586
Radio Tower Repeater 1 $1 $17,861 $17,862
Repeater Site - Cahto Mountain 1 $1 $17,861 $17,862
Repeater Site - Spanish Mountain
(Clevland) 1 $1 $17,861 $17,862
Community Building 8 $4,756,473 $346,600 $5,103,073
Community Building 1 $1,279,469 $74,263 $1,353,732
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Site Value
Building/
Site Name #
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Structure Content Total
Justice Court/City Hall 1 $703,567 $57,810 $761,377
Radio Tower Repeater 1 $1 $11,906 $11,907
Veteran'S Memorial Building 5 $2,773,436 $202,621 $2,976,057
County Building 28 $6,302,236 $1,973,177 $8,275,413
Administration Building 1 $1,331,670 $309,423 $1,641,093
Dot Storage 1 $1 $3,746 $3,747
Equipment Building 2 $99,778 $74,534 $174,312
Equipment Building 2 1 $46,331 $1 $46,332
Equipment Storage 1 $53,399 $9,534 $62,933
Flammable Liquids Building 1 $4,272 $10,137 $14,409
General Services Building 1 $1,785,363 $525,860 $2,311,223
Main Building 1 $377,116 $148,499 $525,615
Modular Break Room 1 $165,510 $1 $165,511
Modular Office 1 $37,000 $13,367 $50,367
Oil Shed 1 $5,131 $4,906 $10,037
Parts Storage 1 $103,958 $8,309 $112,267
Shop Building 5 $640,493 $263,440 $903,933
Storage Building 2 $291,225 $22,793 $314,018
Storage Facility 1 $1 $5,458 $5,459
Storage Shed 3 $88,584 $124,018 $212,602
Storage Unit 1 $1 $1,785 $1,786
Tire Shed 1 $4,666 $399 $5,065
Vehicle Service Building 1 $1,054,828 $385,273 $1,440,101
Veterans Service Office 1 $212,909 $61,694 $274,603
Courthouse 2 $15,892,732 $2,018,005 $17,910,737
Courthouse 1 $14,396,012 $1,540,043 $15,936,055
Courthouse Annex 1 $1,496,720 $477,962 $1,974,682
Detention Facility 10 $24,932,751 $2,181,951 $27,114,702
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Site Value
Building/
Site Name #
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Structure Content Total
Administration Building 1 $2,433,079 $338,258 $2,771,337
Adult Detention Facility 1 $8,110,655 $347,942 $8,458,597
Adult Detention(Maximum Security) 1 $6,074,661 $925,893 $7,000,554
Classroom/Training Building 1 $1,545,431 $97,508 $1,642,939
Juvenile Hall Admin 1 $537,980 $38,873 $576,853
Juvenile Hall Classroom 1 $429,856 $49,112 $478,968
Juvenile Hall Dorm 1 $1,958,563 $125,134 $2,083,697
Juvenile Hall Kitchen, 1 $616,890 $55,533 $672,423
Juvenile Hall/Violent Hall 1 $2,147,001 $53,717 $2,200,718
Kitchen/Laundry Building 1 $1,078,635 $149,981 $1,228,616
Emergency Operations 5 $1,612,688 $2,126,084 $3,738,772
Dispatch Center 1 $1 $1,165,446 $1,165,447
I.D. & Evidence 1 $1 $148,499 $148,500
Sheriff 1 $1 $4,459 $4,460
Sheriff Admin/Probation 1 $1,612,684 $647,091 $2,259,775
Sheriff Commet 1 $1 $160,589 $160,590
Fair Grounds 29 $6,664,751 $29 $6,664,780
Administration Building 1 $287,175 $1 $287,176
Agric.Bldg./Exhibit Hall .Bldg 1 $1,522,765 $1 $1,522,766
Arts & Crafts Bldg. 1 $606,837 $1 $606,838
Auditorium 1 $603,767 $1 $603,768
Commercial Bldg./Exhibit Hall 1 $724,276 $1 $724,277
Dinning Hall 1 $218,838 $1 $218,839
Dormitory 1 $96,274 $1 $96,275
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Site Value
Building/
Site Name #
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Structure Content Total
Field Bleachers 1 1 $26,408 $1 $26,409
Field Bleachers 2 1 $11,825 $1 $11,826
Grandstand 1 $402,829 $1 $402,830
Hog Barn 1 $241,535 $1 $241,536
Jr. Barn 1 1 $98,120 $1 $98,121
Jr. Barn 2 1 $98,120 $1 $98,121
Judging Booth 1 $4,667 $1 $4,668
Lamb Palace 1 $241,032 $1 $241,033
Marvin Barn 1 $88,318 $1 $88,319
Open Barn 1 $496,968 $1 $496,969
Pumphouse 2 $24,863 $2 $24,865
Restroom 3 $500,585 $3 $500,588
Restrooms 1 $123,766 $1 $123,767
Shop Building 1 $76,778 $1 $76,779
Shop Storage Shed 1 $1,345 $1 $1,346
Show Barn 1 $144,048 $1 $144,049
Show Barn Bleachers 1 $7,918 $1 $7,919
Ticket Office 1 $5,825 $1 $5,826
Wood Bleachers 1 $9,869 $1 $9,870
Health Services 11 $11,047,323 $3,976,707 $15,024,030
County Health Building 1 $661,359 $259,209 $920,568
Hhsa 1 $1 $300,722 $300,723
Mental Health 1 $1 $29,766 $29,767
Mental Health Annex 1 $534,584 $118,823 $653,407
Mental Health Office 1 $509,591 $1 $509,592
Modular Building 1 $1 $44,184 $44,185
Office 1 $223,369 $1 $223,370
Public Health Center 1 $8,411,295 $3,143,292 $11,554,587
Public Health Storage 1 $106,394 $54,993 $161,387
Social Services 1 $567,393 $1 $567,394
Storage Building 1 $33,335 $25,715 $59,050
Library 5 $7,488,326 $10,613,038 $18,101,364
Covelo Library 1 $1,116,120 $1,062,466 $2,178,586
Fort Bragg Library 1 $1,211,737 $2,655,032 $3,866,769
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Site Value
Building/
Site Name #
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Structure Content Total
Point Arena Library 1 $757,965 $805,729 $1,563,694
Ukiah Library 1 $2,895,989 $3,404,642 $6,300,631
Willits Library 1 $1,506,515 $2,685,169 $4,191,684
Miscellaneous 13 $1,077,145 $402,688 $1,479,833
Buildings & Grounds Building 1 $476,209 $61,315 $537,524
Office 3 $10,878 $2,229 $13,107
Offices 1 $1 $37,125 $37,126
Old Justice Court 1 $126,835 $11,964 $138,799
Recycling Facility 1 $186,474 $9,521 $195,995
Shop Building 1 $95,649 $9,935 $105,584
Site Office 1 $4,691 $743 $5,434
Values Formerly Reported - Replacement
Cost 2 $2 $2 $4
Vehicle Value Scheduled At Location 100 1 $1 $221,200 $221,201
Willits Action Group 1 $176,405 $48,654 $225,059
Museum 5 $5,621,348 $1,468,329 $7,089,677
Artifact Storage 1 $1 $498,860 $498,861
Exhibit Building 1 $1 $29,047 $29,048
Museum 2 $5,621,345 $337,918 $5,959,263
Restoration Building 1 $1 $602,504 $602,505
Park 10 $609,229 $120,014 $729,243
Community Building 1 $79,443 $22,278 $101,721
Picnic Shelter 2 $251,704 $14,585 $266,289
Restroom 6 $278,081 $8,904 $286,985
Shed 1 $1 $74,247 $74,248
Social Services 33 $21,074,994 $5,049,159 $26,124,153
Child Support Office 1 $997,071 $590,909 $1,587,980
Childrens Office 1 $1 $101,304 $101,305
Family Center 1 $1 $37,125 $37,126
Family Recources 1 $1 $8,191 $8,192
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Site Value
Building/
Site Name #
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Structure Content Total
Fort Bragg Justice Center 1 $2,606,077 $376,334 $2,982,411
Hopsital Office 1 $1 $9,223 $9,224
Human Resources 1 $510,036 $118,823 $628,859
Justice Center 1 $3,470,062 $191,464 $3,661,526
Maintenance Garage 1 $306,960 $77,530 $384,490
Office 1 $425,391 $236,211 $661,602
Public Health 1 $1,459,003 $361,143 $1,820,146
Social Services Building 1 $2,643,876 $447,975 $3,091,851
Social Services Gain Unit 1 $1 $301,167 $301,168
Social Services Modular Office 1 $316,760 $120,357 $437,117
Social Services Office 1 $6,198,465 $1,486,033 $7,684,498
Social Services Storage 7 $7 $19,064 $19,071
Storage 5 $5 $52,707 $52,712
Storage Shed 1 $1,913 $1 $1,914
Storage Unit 2 $2 $6,688 $6,690
Storage-Ergo 1 $1 $1,126 $1,127
Wellness & Eap 1 $102,111 $24,255 $126,366
Wisc Social Services 1 $2,037,249 $481,529 $2,518,778
Grand Total 172 $126,466,404 $40,333,912 $166,800,316
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Table of Contents
Planning Committee Meeting Documentation................................................................B.1
Public Notice & Comment ....................................................................................................B.2
Survey & Results Documentation .......................................................................................B.3
Mitigation Strategy Prioritization Process Documentation .........................................B.4
Website Documentation .......................................................................................................B.5
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Torie Jarvis
From:Nash Gonzalez <gonzalezn@mendocinocounty.org>Sent:Tuesday, April 14, 2020 12:05 PMTo:Torie JarvisSubject:Mendocino Co. Hazard Mitigation Plan Mtg. #1
MENDOCINO MULTI-JURISDICTION
HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN UPDATE
You are cordially invited to attend the first Planning Committee meeting
in the process to update the Mendocino Multi-Jurisdiction Hazard
Mitigation Plan!
You have been identified as a Lead for your participating jurisdiction.
Thank you and we look forward to working with you!
We have a meeting with the Participating Jurisdiction Leads- that's you-
from 11:30-12 PM and will start our regular meeting at 12 PM.
Planning Committee Meeting #1
Wed. April 29, 2020
11:30 PM to 2 PM
** Participating jurisdictions leads meet at 11:30.
Regular meeting starts at 12 PM.
Via Zoom conference call:
https://zoom.us/j/461962147
Call-in option: 669 900 6833
Meeting ID: 461 962 147
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Project updates and meeting materials will be available on the Mendocino
County MJHMP page:
www.mitigatehazards.com/mendocino-county/meetings/
Project Password: Mendocino2020
While we greatly prefer to meet face-to-face,
due to coronavirus, this meeting will be held via
Zoom. We will hope subsequent meetings can
be in-person.
We are pleased to begin the process to update
the Mendocino Multi-Jurisdiction Hazard
Mitigation Plan (MJHMP). The purpose of the
Mendocino MJHMP is to reduce property losses
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and avoid injury and/or casualties resulting from
natural disasters. Hazard mitigation is the use of
sustained, long-term actions to reduce loss of
life, personal injury, and property damage that
can result from a disaster.
The Plan is multi-jurisdictional in that 6 different
Mendocino County jurisdictions are participating
(the County, City of Fort Bragg, City of Point
Arena, City of Ukiah, City of Willits, and the
Mendocino County Office of Education). Your
jurisdiction's active participation in the update
process, as demonstrated by your attendance at
this meeting, helps us fulfill one of FEMA's
prerequisites for Plan approval.
This is the first in a series of three meetings
over the course of four months to review and
develop information for the updated
MJHMP. During the series of meetings, you will
learn about FEMA’s hazard mitigation program,
prevalent hazards throughout the County, and
mitigation techniques to reduce damage and
injury in the event of a wildfire, flood,
earthquake, and other natural hazards.
At this first meeting, you will meet our Plan
update consultants, Atlas Planning and Dynamic
Planning + Science (DP+S). We will review
project scope and schedule, an internal project
management protocol, and Cal OES/FEMA plan
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review requirements. Meeting participants will
discuss required multi-jurisdictional planning
processes and documentation of such and
begin planning a public outreach strategy.
Consultants will review the existing MJHMP and
demonstrate new Plan development resources
and tools available to participating jurisdictions.
Please let me know if you need additional
information and how I can be of assistance. I
appreciate your time and consideration as
always. I look forward to seeing you at the end
of the month.
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Torie Jarvis
From:Nash Gonzalez <gonzalezn@mendocinocounty.org>Sent:Wednesday, April 22, 2020 12:39 PMTo:dhutchison@cityofukiah.com; gowen@cityofukiah.com; jwyatt@cityofukiah.com; ssangiacomo@cityofukiah.com; tbartolemei@cityofukiah.com; teriksen@cityofukiah.com; Cathy Moorhead; Dusty Duley; Jim Robbins; Stephanie Garrabrant-Sierra; jnaulty@fortbragg.com; tmiller@fortbragg.com; tvarga@fortbragg.com; avpinotgrower@gmail.com; pa-admin@mcn.org; sturner@mcoe.us; Gregory Allen; Darcie Antle; Shannon Barney; Brentt Blaser; Tammy Moss Chandler; Heather Correll Rose; Howard Dashiell; Department of Transportation; Steve Dunnicliff; Bekkie Emery; Leif Farr; Greg Glavich; Nash Gonzalez; Matthew Kendall; Barbara Moed; Anne Molgaard; Richard Molinari; Michael Oliphant; William Schurtz; Cody Snider; Xuyen Ung; cm@pointarena.ca.govCc:aaron@atlasplanning.org; Torie JarvisSubject:First Planning Committee Meeting for the Update of the Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan
Hello all,
We are excited to kick off the process to update the Mendocino Multi-Jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation Plan (MJHMP). You have been identified as part of the planning team for your jurisdiction. We hope you can join us for our first meeting next week. A calendar reminder is attached to this email.
Planning Committee Meeting #1
Wed. April 29, 2020
12 PM to 2 PM
(Leads for each jurisdiction, join in at 11:30 AM)
Via Zoom conference call:
https://zoom.us/j/461962147
Call-in option: 669 900 6833 Meeting ID: 461 962 147
We sent out a MailChimp announcement last week, and will send another today. If you did not receive this, please check your junk mailbox or email the lead consultant on the project (Aaron@atlasplanning.org) to confirm your contact information.
The purpose of the Mendocino MJHMP is to reduce property losses and avoid injury and/or casualties resulting from natural disasters. Hazard mitigation is the use of sustained, long-term actions to reduce loss of life, personal injury, and property damage that can result from a disaster. The Plan is multi-jurisdictional in that 6 different Mendocino County jurisdictions are participating (the County, City of Fort Bragg, City of Point Arena, City of Ukiah, City of Willits, and the Mendocino County Office of Education). Your jurisdiction's
active participation in the update process, as demonstrated by your attendance at this meeting, is one of FEMA's prerequisites for
Plan approval.
This is the first in a series of three meetings over the course of four months to review and develop information for the updated MJHMP. During the series of meetings, you will learn about FEMA’s hazard mitigation program, prevalent hazards
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throughout the County, and mitigation techniques to reduce damage and injury in the event of a wildfire, flood, earthquake, and other natural hazards.
Agenda
(Available on project website and linked here)
Welcome and Introductions
Background
Mitigation Planning Defined
Expectations from Participating Jurisdictions
Planning Process Review
o Project Schedule
o Website Review
FEMA Hazard Mitigation Program
2014 Mitigation Plan Review
What has Changed
Outreach
Next Steps
Please let me know if you need additional information and how I can be of assistance. I appreciate your time and consideration as always. I look forward to seeing you at the end of the month. Note, While we greatly prefer to meet face-to-face, due to coronavirus, this meeting will be held via Zoom. We will hope subsequent meetings can be in-person.
Thank you,
Nash Gonzalez
Recovery Director
Mendocino County
Executive Office
501 Low Gap Road, Room 1010
Ukiah, CA 95482
Telephone (707) 463-4441
Direct Line (707) 234-6693
e-mail: gonzalezn@mendocinocounty.org
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Name E-mail Title Dept HMP Jurisdiction
Anthony Massucco anthony.massucco@fire.ca.gov
Fire Captain
Cal Fire -Howard Forest Emergency Command
Center
Mendocino County
Anne Molgaard molgaardac@mendocinocounty.org Director Child Support Services Mendocino County
William Schurtz schurtzw@mendocinocounty.org Director Human Resources Mendocino County
Leif Far farrl@mendocinocounty.org Mendocino County Information Systems (GIS)Mendocino County
Barbara Moed moedb@mendocinocounty.org
Executive Officer
Mendocino County Air Quality Management
District (MCAQMD)
Mendocino County
Nash Gonzalez gonzalezn@mendocinocounty.org
Mendocino County Disaster
Recovery Director Mendocino County Executive Office
Mendocino County
Brentt Blaser blaserb@mendocinocounty.org
Emergency Services
Coordinator Mendocino County Sheriff’s Office Mendocino County
Sarah Duckett duketts@mendocinocounty.org Water Agency Mendocino County Water Agency Mendocino County
Xuyen Ung ungx@mendocinocounty.org Administrative Analyst Recovery/CEO Mendocino County
Heather Correll Rose correllh@mendocinocounty.org
Executive Office Risk Management Mendocino County
Richard Molinari molinarir@co.mendocino.ca.us
Shelter Manager Ukiah Animal Shelter Mendocino County
Steve Turner sturner@mcoe.us Director Maintenance & Operations, MCOE Mendocino County Office of Education
Paul Anderson pa-admin@mcn.org Administrative Assistant City of Point Arena City of Point Arena
Tami Bartolomei tbartolemei@cityofukiah.com
Office of Emergency
Management Coordinator City of Ukiah City of Ukiah
Dusty Duley dduley@cityofwillits.org
Community Development
Director Community Development
City of Willits
Craig Schlatter cschlatter@cityofukiah.com
City of Ukiah Community
Development Director Community Development
City of Ukiah
Tom Varga tvarga@fortbragg.com Director of Public Works Former City of Fort Bragg City of Fort Bragg
Molly Nilsson mnilsson@blm.gov
Environmental Protection
Specialist BLM Point Arena-Stornetta Unit
Point Arena
Todd Crabtree CrabtreT@cdchousing.org Executive Director
Community Development Commission -
Housing Authority
Regional Agency
Scott Cratty firesafe@pacific.net Executive Director Fire Safe Council Wildfire Stakeholder
Sue Carberry
scarberry2@gmail.com
Chief Long Valley Fire Protection
District/Laytonville Fire Department
Wildfire Stakeholder
Elizabeth Salomone DistrictManager@RRFC.net General Manager
The Mendocino County Russian River Flood
Control and Water Conservation Improvement
District
Regional Agency
Michael Oliphant oliphant@mendocinocounty.org
Department of Planning and
Building, Building Official Mendocino County Building Official
Mendocino County
Joe Zicherman avpinotgrower@gmail.com Chairman Mendocino County Fire Safe Council Mendocino County
Jon K. Noyer jnoyer@btcsd.org Chief Brooktrails CSD Fire Department Wildfire Stakeholder
Amanda James BLM_CA_Web_UK@blm.gov
Field Manager
Bureau of Land Management, Ukiah Field
Office
Wildfire Stakeholder
David Latoof chief8400@mcn.org Chief Mendocino VFD Wildfire Stakeholder
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1 12:46:18 From Mac Lojowsky to Torie Jarvis(Privately) : I’m with Mendocino
College‐ I don’t think we are part of this plan. I do not think I need to be in this
meeting.
2 13:01:25 From MCollins : Melanie Collins with Sonoma County DEM
3 13:01:26 From Paul Andersen : Paul Andersen ‐ City of Point Arena
4 13:01:28 From Torie Jarvis : If you have any technical issues, chat here or text
Torie with Dynamic Planning + Science (970‐596‐5039)
5 13:01:40 From Xuyen Ung (Mendocino) : Xuyen Ung, County of Mendocino
6 13:01:57 From Dave MVFD : Dave Latoof, Mendocino Fire
7 13:01:58 From ajames : Amanda James, Field Manager, BLM Ukiah Field Office
8 13:02:01 From Paul Duncan ‐ CALFIRE Operations Chief : Paul Duncan ‐ CALFIRE
Mendocino Unit ‐ Operations Chief
9 13:02:05 From Scott Cratty, Mendocino County Fire Safe Council : Scott Cratty,
Mendocino County Fire Safe Council
10 13:02:29 From Elizabeth Salomone, RRFC : Elizabeth Salomone, Russian River Flood
Control District
11 13:02:36 From Molly Nilsson : Molly Nilsson, Environmental Protection Specialist,
BLM Ukiah
12 13:02:39 From Chief Noyer : Jon Noyer, Fire Chief Brooktrails Township CSD
13 13:03:34 From Todd Crabtree : Hello. Not sure if I have a working mic but I can
hear everyone
14 13:03:36 From farrl : Leif Farr
15 13:03:36 From Stephen Turner : Stephen Turner, Mendocino County Office of Education
16 13:03:38 From Craig Schlatter : Craig Schlatter, City of Ukiah
17 13:04:20 From Heather Correll Rose ‐ Mendocino County Risk Management : Heather
Correll Rose Mendocino COunty Risk Management
18 13:04:27 From Anthony Massucco ‐ CAL FIRE Pre‐Fire Engineer : Anthony Massucco ‐
CALFIRE MEU ‐ PRE‐FIRE ENGINEER
19 13:04:34 From Sarah Dukett : Sarah Dukett ‐ Mendocino County Water Agency and
Executive Office
20 13:04:45 From blaserb : Brentt Blaser ‐ Mendocino County OES
21 13:04:45 From William Schurtz County Human Resources : William Schurtz Mendocino
County Human Resources
22 13:05:22 From Tami Bartolomei, City of Ukiah : Tami Bartolomei, City of Ukiah
23 13:08:33 From Torie Jarvis to Todd Crabtree(Privately) : Hi Todd, you shouldn't
need your mic but if you have a question you can also chat it here and I can ask it
for you.
24 13:10:38 From Todd Crabtree to Torie Jarvis(Privately) : Thank you Torie
25 13:17:04 From Elizabeth Salomone, RRFC : Yes, I'm from a special district ‐
Russian river flood control
26 13:17:25 From Todd Crabtree to Torie Jarvis(Privately) : I put us down as
Other. I am with the Housing Authority for Mendocino County
27 13:19:37 From Tami Bartolomei, City of Ukiah : Tami Bartolomei‐was not able to
log into PollEV I was involved in the last planning process
28 13:20:16 From Torie Jarvis to Tami Bartolomei, City of Ukiah(Privately) :
Thanks Tami! Does this link help? You should just enter your name and be ready to
roll: https://pollev.com/dynamicplanning
29 13:21:32 From Torie Jarvis to Todd Crabtree(Privately) : Thanks Todd. that
works. We are more practicing PollEV than keeping up too much. Great to have the
housing authority here.
30 13:21:48 From Joe Zicherman : Checking in for MC Fire Safe Council ‐ Bd of
Directors
31 13:41:32 From Torie Jarvis to Paul Duncan ‐ CALFIRE Operations Chief(Privately)
: Hi Paul, it doesn't look like we currently have your email address for our mailings.
Would you like us to add you? Can you share your email?
32 13:42:21 From Torie Jarvis to MCollins(Privately) : Hi Melanie, it doesn't look
like we have your email address for our outreach. Would you like us to add you? If so,
please chat me your email.
33 13:43:04 From blaserb : since schools report to the state, do they need to
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adopted the plan too? I was under the impression that they had different requirements
34 13:43:12 From Torie Jarvis to Elizabeth Salomone, RRFC(Privately) : Hi
Elizabeth, thanks for joining today. It doesn't look like we have your email address
for our outreach. Would you like us to add you? If so, please chat me your email.
35 13:43:39 From MCollins to Torie Jarvis(Privately) : Yes, please add me.
Melanie.collins@sonoma‐county.org. I'll be your DEM Liaison for the County of Sonoma.
Thank you
36 13:43:42 From Craig Schlatter to Torie Jarvis(Privately) : Can you please also
discuss the relationship between this hazard mitigation plan and cities' general plan
safety elements. Do you recommend cities adopt the Plan into their general plans‐ or
is that not necessary?
37 13:44:51 From blaserb : also how does this align with the safety plan. This
question can wait.
38 13:44:58 From blaserb : Thank you!
39 13:45:03 From Craig Schlatter to Torie Jarvis(Privately) : Thanks.
40 13:45:15 From Torie Jarvis to Craig Schlatter(Privately) : Sure. It's a great
question.
41 13:45:29 From Torie Jarvis to MCollins(Privately) : Great, thanks Melanie!
42 13:46:24 From MCollins to Torie Jarvis(Privately) : Is it possible to get a
copy of the presentation?
43 13:47:22 From Torie Jarvis to Craig Schlatter(Privately) : Hi Craig, glad you
could join the meeting. It doesn't look like we currently have your email address for
our mailings. Would you like us to add you? Can you share your email/ title with City?
44 13:48:04 From Craig Schlatter to Torie Jarvis(Privately) : Yes please. I am the
Community Development Director for the City of Ukiah. Email is
cschlatter@cityofukiah.com. Thanks much.
45 13:48:34 From Torie Jarvis to Elizabeth Salomone, RRFC(Privately) : False
alarm‐‐ I see your info now!
46 13:51:19 From Torie Jarvis to Anthony Massucco(Privately) : Hi Anthony, glad
you could join the meeting. It doesn't look like we currently have you on our contact
list. Would you like us to add you?
47 13:52:33 From Torie Jarvis to bgunn(Privately) : Hi! Just trying to track
meeting attendees‐‐ mind letting me know who this is? Not seeing a "Gunn" last name on
our contact list. Let me know also if you'd like to share your email to be added.
Thanks!
48 13:52:56 From Anthony Massucco to Torie Jarvis(Privately) : Torie, I believe
that would be good. I was invited by my chief and will likely be part of the process
for the time being.
49 13:53:46 From Torie Jarvis to Molly Nilsson(Privately) : Hi Molly, glad you
could join the meeting. Do you want me to add you to our email list for this HMP?
Looks like for the BLM we currently have Amanda James. Let me know your email address
if so.
50 13:54:06 From Torie Jarvis to Anthony Massucco(Privately) : Great! Would you
mind sharing your email and title? We'll get you added.
51 13:54:25 From Torie Jarvis to Craig Schlatter(Privately) : Great! Not sure how
we missed you before.
52 13:54:35 From Anthony Massucco to Torie Jarvis(Privately) :
anthony.massucco@fire.ca.gov
53 13:54:47 From Anthony Massucco to Torie Jarvis(Privately) : Fire Captain ‐
Pre‐Fire Engineer
54 13:55:18 From Torie Jarvis to Anthony Massucco(Privately) : Great thanks. I see
your title above now. Got you added.
55 13:55:22 From Craig Schlatter to Torie Jarvis(Privately) : No problem.
56 13:55:39 From Molly Nilsson to Torie Jarvis(Privately) : Yes, you can add me to
the list! My email is mnilsson@blm.gov. I am currently the poc of the Pt.
Arena‐Stornetta unit of the CA Coastal National Monument.
57 13:56:00 From Anthony Massucco to Torie Jarvis(Privately) : great...thank you! :)
58 13:56:05 From Torie Jarvis to Molly Nilsson(Privately) : Great thanks Molly.
59 14:06:40 From Elizabeth Salomone, RRFC to Torie Jarvis(Privately) : Hi Torie,
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just to make sure, my NEW email address is DistrictManager@rrfc.net. (The old one was
rrfc@pacific.net) thanks!
60 14:10:56 From Torie Jarvis to Elizabeth Salomone, RRFC(Privately) : Perfect, I
will check right now.
61 14:11:07 From Paul Duncan ‐ CALFIRE Operations Chief to Torie Jarvis(Privately)
: Sure. Paul.Duncan@fire.ca.gov
62 14:11:27 From Torie Jarvis to Paul Duncan ‐ CALFIRE Operations Chief(Privately)
: Great, thanks.
63 14:35:36 From Stephen Turner : Tanzywart
64 14:39:28 From Stephen Turner : Build for internet infrastructure in rural areas
65 14:47:06 From blaserb : evactuation planning?
66 14:47:33 From Craig Schlatter to Torie Jarvis(Privately) : Is there a period of
time by which a municipality must adopt the changes to their safety element, after the
local hazard mitigation plan is adopted by the County?
67 14:48:02 From blaserb : perfect
68 14:48:05 From blaserb : thanks
69 14:48:41 From Craig Schlatter to Torie Jarvis(Privately) : In other long term
planning documents, it is a period like 180 days.
70 14:49:05 From blaserb : yes
71 14:50:28 From Craig Schlatter to Torie Jarvis(Privately) : All Mendocino County
jurisdictions have (or should have) adopted their housing elements for 2019‐27.
72 14:50:56 From Craig Schlatter to Torie Jarvis(Privately) : So that means we
have until 2027?
73 14:52:03 From Torie Jarvis to Craig Schlatter(Privately) : We should look into
this more then. If everyone "escaped" having the clock start ticking this round of
housing elements, then yet, seems like there wouldn't be a required update until the
next Housing Element based on what Aaron said. Need to do some more digging!
74 14:52:36 From Craig Schlatter to Torie Jarvis(Privately) : Okay sounds good. I
think the County of Mendocino is the only jurisdiction in Mendocino County without an
adopted in compliance housing element.
75 14:53:39 From Torie Jarvis to Craig Schlatter(Privately) : And they'll have an
updated safety element at the end of this whole process along with the HMP
76 14:53:40 From Craig Schlatter to Torie Jarvis(Privately) : The housing element
clock makes sense though, as the SB 244 analysis for example related to disadvantaged
unincorporated communities and other state legislative requirements are triggered off
the HE.
77 14:54:12 From Torie Jarvis to Craig Schlatter(Privately) : Yeah so do the
vulnerability assessments for safety element with that same inforamtion at the least
before it's stale.
78 15:01:22 From Sarah Dukett : When will community outreach start? When are you
looking at sending out the survey to the community?
79 15:03:34 From farrl : There is a problem with your incorporated city charts
80 15:04:02 From blaserb : will we be integrating the state's AFN statistics? Will
there be graphics (maps) created to show the density of these different populations
within the county
81 15:04:16 From farrl : You list the city of ukiah twice and are missing willits
82 15:04:27 From Paul Andersen : Looks like Point Arena and Ukiah are nterchnaged
83 15:04:45 From Paul Andersen : Missing Willits
84 15:05:55 From Torie Jarvis to farrl(Privately) : Could you be more specific or
email me at torie@dynamicplanning.co if there are some changes we should make aside
from the typos :) Thank you!
85 15:06:04 From Stephen Turner : Who do we have our media person contact to set up
the link to our web site
86 15:06:32 From blaserb : You guys are great. Thank you.
87 15:06:38 From Torie Jarvis : For assistance getting materials on websites contact
torie@dynamicplanning.co
88 15:07:40 From Torie Jarvis : 970‐323‐4330
89 15:08:09 From farrl to Torie Jarvis(Privately) : The ACS has a very high margin
of error in Mendocino County due to the small population numbers
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90 15:09:20 From Torie Jarvis to farrl(Privately) : Yeah we are really locked into
ACS here because of the GIS linkages that you heard about. And the purpose of these
documents is really to give more an overview. Definitely imperfect.
91 15:09:21 From Tami Bartolomei, City of Ukiah to Torie Jarvis(Privately) : Thank
you for your work and explaining in detail
92 15:09:36 From Elizabeth Salomone, RRFC : Wow, that was a lot of information ‐
thank you!
93 15:11:03 From Torie Jarvis to Tami Bartolomei, City of Ukiah(Privately) :
You're welcome! Looking forward to working together.
94 15:11:08 From Aaron Pfannenstiel to Torie Jarvis(Privately) : Our next meeting
will be May 26th?
95 15:11:23 From Aaron Pfannenstiel to Torie Jarvis(Privately) : Sorry. 27th?
96 15:12:15 From blaserb : could we get the slides too.
97 15:12:57 From Torie Jarvis to Aaron Pfannenstiel(Privately) : I think I lost
track of emailing to confirm dates for the next two meetings with you and Nash before
this... so will circle back to confirm and send a save the date, ideally for both of
the next two meetings, ASAP. Good follow up from this meeting plus meeting materials.
98 15:13:28 From Torie Jarvis to blaserb(Privately) : We'll post slides ASAP
99 15:13:32 From Stephen Turner : thank you
100 15:13:59 From blaserb to Torie Jarvis(Privately) : thank you
101 15:14:06 From Elizabeth Salomone, RRFC : If you need more Special District
engagement, connect with LAFCo for assistance in contacting.
102 15:14:21 From Don : thanks
103 15:14:23 From blaserb to Torie Jarvis(Privately) : Have a great day!
104 15:14:28 From ajames : thank you
105 15:14:28 From Aaron Pfannenstiel to Torie Jarvis(Privately) : Yes. We are set
for May 27th and June 24th. We confirmed via email
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Torie Jarvis
From:Nash Gonzalez <gonzalezn@mendocinocounty.org>Sent:Thursday, April 30, 2020 5:46 PMTo:Torie JarvisSubject:Mendocino Hazard Mit. Plan Mtg #1 follow up and SAVE THE DATES
MENDOCINO MULTI-JURISDICTION
HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN UPDATE
Thank you all for a great first
meeting for the Mendocino
MJHMP yesterday! If you weren't
able to join us, we have the
meeting recording and
powerpoint slides posted on the
project website, linked below,
along with the meeting materials
including the Engagement
Strategy and Memo on Updating
the 2014 Plan.
SAVE THE DATES
for the next 2 Planning Partners
Meetings:
Wed. May 27 (calendar link)
12 PM to 2 PM
Wed. June 24 (calendar link)
12 PM to 2 PM
Both will likely be held via Zoom
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A note on the SURVEY discussed at our
meeting: We are working on developing
resources for public release of the survey that
will provide for consistent messaging across our
jurisdictions. Please stand by for public release
of the survey until you receive those materials!
Meeting resources available here:
Project webpage:
http://mitigatehazards.com/mendocino-county/
Meeting webpage:
http://mitigatehazards.com/mendocino-
county/meetings/
Upcoming
Meetings:
May 27, 12 - 2 PM
June 24, 12 - 2 PM
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Password: Mendocino2020
Image above is an example of the Risk Assessment Mapping Tool (RAMP) that will be demonstrated at Meeting #2.
Background information on the MJHMP:
The purpose of the Mendocino MJHMP is to reduce property losses and avoid
injury and/or casualties resulting from natural disasters. Hazard mitigation is the
use of sustained, long-term actions to reduce loss of life, personal injury, and
property damage that can result from a disaster.
The Plan is multi-jurisdictional in that 6 different Mendocino County jurisdictions
are participating (the County, City of Fort Bragg, City of Point Arena, City of
Ukiah, City of Willits, and the Mendocino County Office of Education). Your
jurisdiction's active participation in the update process, as demonstrated
by your attendance at this meeting, is one of FEMA's prerequisites for
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Plan approval. Please let me know if you need additional information and how
I can be of assistance. I appreciate your time and consideration as always. I
look forward to seeing you at the end of the month.
Note, while we greatly prefer to meet face-to-face, due to coronavirus, the
upcoming meetings will be held via Zoom. We will hope subsequent meetings
can be in-person.
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MENDOCINO COUNTY
MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HAZARD
MITIGATION PLAN
2020 UPDATE
This is a reminder that the second Planning Committee meeting in the
process to update the Mendocino Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation
Plan (MJHMP) is coming up in 2 weeks!
Planning Committee Meeting #2
Wed. May 27, 2020
12 PM to 2 PM
Calendar reminder available here.
Via Zoom conference call:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82180516814
Call-in option: 669 900 6833
Meeting ID: 821 8051 6814
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Project updates and meeting materials are available on the Mendocino County
MJHMP page:
www.mitigatehazards.com/mendocino-county/meetings/
Project Password: Mendocino2020
In our second meeting to craft the County's
Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan
(MJHMP), we are diving into assessing the
County's vulnerability to hazards. The above
image is a sample of the Risk Assessment
Mapping Platform (RAMP) that we'll be
exploring together. We'll also be getting geared
up for each planning partner to perform
vulnerability assessments.
May 2020
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AGENDA for the meeting:
Welcome and Introductions
Meeting #1 Brief Recap
Risk Assessment/ Community
Vulnerability Review
o Review Risk Assessment Mapping
Platform (RAMP)
Risk Matrix Group Exercise
Hazard Problem Statement Exercise
Review
Review Outreach Materials
o Survey
o Web content
Next Steps
o Jurisdictional Exercises
(capabilities assessment, success
stories, risk matrix, and problem
statements)
Save the date for Meeting #3!
Wednesday, June 24, 2020 from 12-2 PM.
Calendar reminder available here.
Background information on the MJHMP:
The purpose of the Mendocino MJHMP is to reduce property losses and avoid
injury and/or casualties resulting from natural disasters. Hazard mitigation is the
use of sustained, long-term actions to reduce loss of life, personal injury, and
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property damage that can result from a disaster.
For planning partners: The Plan is multi-jurisdictional in that 6 different
Mendocino County jurisdictions are participating (the County, City of Fort
Bragg, City of Point Arena, City of Ukiah, City of Willits, and the Mendocino
County Office of Education). Your jurisdiction's active participation in the update
process, as demonstrated by your attendance at this meeting, is one of FEMA's
prerequisites for Plan approval.
For stakeholders: Many of you are also included in this email list as important
stakeholders. While your participation is not required, we are happy to have you
at any of these large meetings (of which there are 3 total). We will also arrange
for hazard-specific meetings to garner more specific input on major hazards like
wildfire, flood, and earthquake. You're welcome to just participate in those
hazard-specific meetings as well.
Please let me know if you need additional information and how I can be of
assistance. I appreciate your time and consideration as always. I look forward
to seeing you at the end of the month.
Note, while we greatly prefer to meet face-to-face, due to coronavirus, the
upcoming meetings will be held via Zoom. We will hope subsequent meetings
can be in-person.
VISIT THE PROJECT PAGE TO LEARN MORE
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Name E-mail Title Dept HMP Jurisdiction
Anthony Massucco anthony.massucco@fire.ca.gov Fire Captain Cal Fire -Howard Forest Emergency
Command Center
Mendocino County
Anne Molgaard molgaardac@mendocinocounty.org Director Child Support Services Mendocino County
William Schurtz schurtzw@mendocinocounty.org Director Human Resources Mendocino County
Leif Far farrl@mendocinocounty.org Mendocino County Information Systems (GIS)Mendocino County
Barbara Moed moedb@mendocinocounty.org Executive Officer Mendocino County Air Quality
Management District (MCAQMD)
Mendocino County
Nash Gonzalez gonzalezn@mendocinocounty.org Mendocino County Disaster
Recovery Director
Mendocino County Executive Office Mendocino County
Brentt Blaser blaserb@mendocinocounty.org Emergency Services Coordinator Mendocino County Sheriff’s Office Mendocino County
Sarah Duckett duketts@mendocinocounty.org Water Agency Mendocino County Water Agency Mendocino County
Xuyen Ung ungx@mendocinocounty.org Administrative Analyst Recovery/CEO Mendocino County
Heather Correll Rose correllh@mendocinocounty.org Executive Office Risk Management Mendocino County
Richard Molinari molinarir@co.mendocino.ca.us Shelter Manager Ukiah Animal Shelter Mendocino County
Howard Dashiel dashielh@mendocinocounty.org Director Department of Transportation Mendocino County
Steve Turner sturner@mcoe.us Director Maintenance & Operations, MCOE Mendocino County Office of
Education
Paul Anderson pa-admin@mcn.org Administrative Assistant City of Point Arena City of Point Arena
Tami Bartolomei tbartolemei@cityofukiah.com Office of Emergency Management City of Ukiah City of Ukiah
Dusty Duley dduley@cityofwillits.org Community Development Director Community Development City of Willits
Craig Schlatter cschlatter@cityofukiah.com City of Ukiah Community Community Development City of Ukiah
Tom Varga tvarga@fortbragg.com Director of Public Works Former City of Fort Bragg City of Fort Bragg
Molly Nilsson mnilsson@blm.gov Environmental Protection
Specialist
BLM Point Arena-Stornetta Unit Point Arena
Todd Crabtree CrabtreT@cdchousing.org Executive Director Community Development Commission
- Housing Authority
Regional Agency
Scott Cratty firesafe@pacific.net Executive Director Fire Safe Council Wildfire Stakeholder
Sue Carberry scarberry2@gmail.com Chief Long Valley Fire Protection Wildfire Stakeholder
Elizabeth Salomone DistrictManager@RRFC.net General Manager The Mendocino County Russian River
Flood Control and Water Conservation
Regional Agency
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1 12:57:24 From Torie Jarvis to Ethan Mobley DP+S(Privately) : hey can you make
me host?
2 13:00:05 From Torie Jarvis : Hell everyone. If you have technical issues during
the call you can chat me directly or email torie@dynamicplanning.co
3 13:01:18 From Torie Jarvis : http://mitigatehazards.com/mendocino‐county/ramp/
username and password Mendocino2020
4 13:02:54 From Rich to Torie Jarvis DP+S(Privately) : Rich from Animal Care
Services is on via phone and watching online ‐ no working microphone on computer.
Thanks.
5 13:04:37 From Torie Jarvis DP+S to Rich(Privately) : Got you‐‐ thanks Rich.
Glad you can see the screen, you should be able to still do the PollEV questions too
that way (which will be fun)
6 13:04:51 From Rich to Torie Jarvis DP+S(Privately) : Gotcha. :)
7 13:05:56 From Paul Andersen : MUTE
8 13:07:54 From Stephen Turner : Stephen Turner here from Mendocino County Office
of Education representing the schools in the county.
9 13:08:04 From Beth, RR Flood Control : Elizabeth Salomone, General Manager of the
Mendocino County Russian River Flood Control & Water Conservation Improvement
District. Thanks!
10 13:08:15 From jrobbins : James Robbins, City of Willits
11 13:08:45 From Chief Noyer ‐Brooktrails Township CSD : Jon Noyer, Brooktrails
Township CSD
12 13:08:49 From William Schurtz : William Schurtz, HR Director, Mendocino County
13 13:08:56 From Todd Crabtree : Todd Crabtree, Community Development Commission of
Mendocino County
14 13:09:00 From ungx : Xuyen Ung, County of Mendocino
15 13:09:03 From gonzalezn : Nash Gonzalez, signed in
16 13:09:06 From Scott Cratty, Mendocino County Fire Safe Council : Scott Cratty,
Mendocino County Fire Safe Council
17 13:09:11 From SUE CARBERRY : SUE CARBERRY LAYTONVILLE FIRE
18 13:09:11 From Dusty Duley : Dusty Duley, Community Development Director, City of
Willits
19 13:09:36 From tvarga : Tom Varga, City of Fort Bragg
20 13:09:38 From blaserb : Hello, I'm on Zoom and called in since the computer does
not have a camera/microphone. I'm using *6
21 13:09:47 From blaserb : Mendocino County OES
22 13:09:48 From Molly Nilsson ‐ BLM Ukiah FO : Molly Nilsson, point of contact for
the Point Arena‐Stornetta Public Lands, BLM
23 13:09:51 From farrl to Torie Jarvis DP+S(Privately) : Leif Farr, GIS
Coordinator, Mendocino County
24 13:10:34 From mendocino county : Sarah Dukett ‐ Mendocino County Water Agency and
Mendocino County Executive Office
25 13:11:09 From Aaron Pfannenstiel to Torie Jarvis DP+S(Privately) : Dusty Duley
is the POC for Willits.
26 13:13:32 From Tami Bartolomei, City of Ukiah : Tami Bartolomei, City of Ukiah
27 13:14:11 From Torie Jarvis DP+S to Aaron Pfannenstiel(Privately) : Got it. That
should have been updated after last meeting. Miscommunication between me and Ethan
28 13:26:56 From blaserb : Did PSPS/de‐energization get added to the list?
29 13:27:05 From tvarga : We should consider expanding wildfire to include Public
Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) events. This was a major emergency/disaster issue last year.
30 13:28:01 From tvarga : Fort Bragg has an urban conflagration issue outside of
wildfires. We have an at risk downtown that is old.
31 13:28:42 From blaserb : Probably best to list the threat as de‐energization/power
loss.
32 13:29:16 From Torie Jarvis DP+S to blaserb(Privately) : Great feedback. Noted!
33 13:31:23 From farrl to Torie Jarvis DP+S(Privately) : Hazardous Materials are
part of other natural disasters, Toxic materials are released in floods, fires etc
34 13:31:27 From jrobbins : Would it be possible/useful to leave issues in the Plan,
but only mention them briefly?
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35 13:31:41 From gonzalezn : The 2009 County General Plan has policies related to
Naturally Occurring Asbestos, as this has been an issue for years, Will this present
a problem by removing? Nash Gonzalez
36 13:31:48 From tvarga : Geologic hazards: landslides, soils, natural asbestos, etc.
37 13:32:15 From Craig Schlatter to Torie Jarvis DP+S(Privately) : How is
environmental justice addressed within the HMP, and do you recommend approaching this
separately from climate change?
38 13:33:09 From tvarga : Support suggestion to briefly mention minor issues...
39 13:37:25 From gonzalezn : As long as there are no issues, I am OK with the
consolidation, Nash
40 13:37:44 From Craig Schlatter to Torie Jarvis DP+S(Privately) : Ooops you can
say my name‐ I just realized I put that on private.
41 13:38:10 From Torie Jarvis DP+S to Craig Schlatter(Privately) : Ha it's all
good. Then I would say your last name wrong :)
42 13:38:45 From Craig Schlatter to Torie Jarvis DP+S(Privately) : Understandable‐
we are not in Switzerland, where it apparently is like the name smith :0
43 13:39:00 From gonzalezn : Under Climate Change, will Sea Level Rise be addressed
and how it will impact our coastal communities, including Noyo Hatbor, Little River,
Point Arena, etc. ? Nash Gonzalez
44 13:40:25 From Craig Schlatter to Torie Jarvis DP+S(Privately) : Craig Schlatter
(shlahhh‐ter), Community Development Director for City of Ukiah :)
45 13:40:45 From Torie Jarvis DP+S to Craig Schlatter(Privately) : Oh man I would
have gotten it right!
46 13:40:56 From Craig Schlatter to Torie Jarvis DP+S(Privately) : Nice!
47 13:41:05 From tvarga : Comment: Sea level rise will be essential for coastal
communities. It is important to the Coastal Commission and other State agencies.
48 13:41:39 From Torie Jarvis DP+S to tvarga(Privately) : thanks Tom, just FYI we
save these chats and I'm capturing your comments separately, so this is great info.
49 13:44:54 From tvarga to Torie Jarvis DP+S(Privately) : Thanks
50 13:46:20 From tvarga to Torie Jarvis DP+S(Privately) : Some additional thoughts:
51 13:48:22 From tvarga to Torie Jarvis DP+S(Privately) : oops, some additional
thoughts: (1) there are a lot of larger areas that considered disadvantaged and
severely disadvantaged communities in the current ACS, (2) census blocks in our low
population density county are pretty large and not very granular.
52 13:50:56 From blaserb to Torie Jarvis DP+S(Privately) : will there be any other
ADA/AFN populations identified? I'm assuming the community profile might cover this
53 13:51:12 From Torie Jarvis DP+S to tvarga(Privately) : Ah thanks. We added some
language to that demographics report to acknowledge the inaccuracies in the ACS and
definitely focus on keeping them high level as a result and guiding jurisdictions to
identify vulnerable populations as you all are the expert on that, not us (and
certainly not ACS)
54 13:54:13 From blaserb : will there be any other ADA/AFN populations identified?
I'm assuming the community profile might cover this
55
56 13:55:03 From Craig Schlatter : All Mendocino County jurisdictions recently
completed their Housing Elements, completing updates to demographic data. For
consistency, it may be good to align the HMP demographic information with cities'
demographic information. Seeking alignment will also be important if cities adopt the
HMP into our safety elements for GP consistency.
57 13:55:20 From Torie Jarvis DP+S to blaserb(Privately) : We don't have a great
source for ADA populations or AFN populations, so we point out to jurisdictions to
consider how to ID particular vulnerable populations. We generally do have stats more
broadly on persons with disability status but it's also ACS so for such small numbers
and the margin of error in census block, it's very high level. Always open to news
ways to show that kind of information!
58 13:56:41 From Torie Jarvis DP+S to Craig Schlatter(Privately) : We haven't
mined Housing Elements for demographics data before but very interested in this idea‐‐
recorded on our notes.
59 13:56:55 From Craig Schlatter : Okay great!
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60 13:57:04 From blaserb : Perhaps mirror the states AFN/ADA effort?
https://caloes.ca.gov/cal‐oes‐divisions/access‐functional‐needs/oafn‐web‐map
61 13:57:17 From Craig Schlatter to Torie Jarvis DP+S(Privately) : Ooops‐ I'm not
good at this private/public chat thing it appears. :)
62 13:57:41 From blaserb to Torie Jarvis DP+S(Privately) : sorry,
63 13:57:44 From blaserb to Torie Jarvis DP+S(Privately) : Perhaps mirror the
states AFN/ADA effort?
https://caloes.ca.gov/cal‐oes‐divisions/access‐functional‐needs/oafn‐web‐map
64
65 13:57:46 From Torie Jarvis DP+S to Craig Schlatter(Privately) : Yeah you are. I
just wrote you back privately for the brainstorm/ not to overwhelm folks. You send to
everyone.
66 13:57:57 From blaserb to Torie Jarvis DP+S(Privately) : without the maps, but
align the data sets
67 13:58:50 From Torie Jarvis DP+S to blaserb(Privately) : Yes! Will definitely
check this out, thank you.
68 13:59:12 From Stephen Turner : Do you want any local geotechnical survey
information? We have some for Talamage (Mayacama) and Ukiah
69 13:59:48 From Stephen Turner : ok
70 14:02:24 From gonzalezn : What about earthquake shaking impacts from neighboring
counties, such as Humboldt County has had earthquakes in years past that have ben felt
in Mendocino County, Nash
71 14:06:35 From Scott Cratty, Mendocino County Fire Safe Council to Torie Jarvis
DP+S(Privately) : I understand a significant wave of sudden oak death is expected in
the county over the next few years. Would that feed in as a subset of wildfire risk?
72 14:08:51 From blaserb : Don't we use the most dangerous and then run HAZUS
73 14:10:22 From tvarga : Earthquakes in Humboldt: Mendocino Triple Junction is the
contact from San Andreas and Cascadia subduction zone. This is farther away but
potentially much more powerful. This is actually our biggest tsunami source concern.
Please double check with CGS.
74 14:11:01 From blaserb : Yes, most dangerous/most probable EQ scenario.
75 14:19:48 From Stephen Turner : M7.4 EQ Mayacama "Garberville" should be Geyserville
76 14:21:48 From Torie Jarvis DP+S to Scott Cratty, Mendocino County Fire Safe
Council(Privately) : Thanks Scott‐‐ I pulled out your comment to make sure we are
making that link in text. If you have any resource we should make sure we're citing on
that, would be great (torie@dynamicplanning.co)
77 14:25:49 From Torie Jarvis DP+S : Hi Stephen, USGS lists as Garberville:
https://earthquake.usgs.gov/scenarios/eventpage/nclegacymaacamagarbervillem7p4_se/execut
ive
78 14:26:16 From Craig Schlatter to Torie Jarvis DP+S(Privately) : This is a
purely planning question, so I'll go private‐ prompted since Brian mentioned WUI.
Ethan stated earlier the recommendation to not pursue urban conflagration as a focus
area. Is WUI still discussed as information/background, even without the focus on
urban conflagration?
79 14:27:23 From Torie Jarvis DP+S to Craig Schlatter(Privately) : YES definitely.
OUr concern with urban conflagration is that the issues are either wildfire with
conflagration as a secondary hazard or it's not a natural disaster. We describe
conflagration in wildfire and stress the concerns around WUI generally as well.
80 14:27:41 From Stephen Turner : Thanks
81 14:28:22 From Craig Schlatter to Torie Jarvis DP+S(Privately) : Okay perfect‐
thanks.
82 14:31:32 From Scott Cratty, Mendocino County Fire Safe Council : Is there a list
of critical infrastructure you are still gathering or is it considered complete?
83 14:32:57 From farrl : If your are calculating population by block then how are
you allocating that population when only a portion of the block is in a hazard area.
84 14:36:37 From Stephen Turner : I would like to ask that schools and Mendocino
College be listed as critical facilities. What is the process?
85 14:37:22 From farrl : Blocks in Mendocino County can be very large, and the true
population is all located in one side or one area of that block?
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86 14:40:30 From farrl : What is the source or criteria for the Landslide hazard
layer?
87 14:41:05 From Torie Jarvis DP+S to Stephen Turner(Privately) : Hi Stephen‐‐ let
me follow up with Brian on this question and look back at how we define critical
facilities. We may have to consider a different way to capture those facilties and are
happy to work for you on that.
88 14:41:54 From Stephen Turner to Torie Jarvis DP+S(Privately) : thanks
89 14:45:12 From jrobbins : It seems to be working well and seems to be useful. Some
of the data points seem a bit off, but that is always the case with models of this
nature.
90 14:49:25 From Torie Jarvis DP+S to Stephen Turner(Privately) : Hi Stephen looks
like once we have your data it will be categorized as critical infrastructure data‐‐
it's just not in there yet!
91 14:50:01 From Paul Andersen : System is bogging down
92 14:51:52 From Stephen Turner to Torie Jarvis DP+S(Privately) : thank you
93 14:52:59 From mendocino county : 1117
94 14:52:59 From Torie Jarvis DP+S to Paul Andersen(Privately) : Hey Paul is it
working better for you now?
95 14:53:13 From Paul Andersen to Torie Jarvis DP+S(Privately) : Yes, I reloaded.
Thanks.
96 14:53:20 From Torie Jarvis DP+S to Paul Andersen(Privately) : Great!
97 15:08:17 From Craig Schlatter to Torie Jarvis DP+S(Privately) : sudden oak
disease
98 15:12:40 From Stephen Turner : thanks!
99 15:13:03 From jrobbins : The session went well. Thank you.
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Torie Jarvis
From:Nash Gonzalez <gonzalezn@mendocinocounty.org>Sent:Thursday, June 4, 2020 2:25 PMTo:Torie JarvisSubject:Mendocino Hazard Mitigation Plan Survey Ready and Mtg #3 Agenda
MENDOCINO COUNTY
MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HAZARD
MITIGATION PLAN
2020 UPDATE
The public survey for the MJHMP is ready! Please share with your
community. Resources for sharing are available below, including graphics
and sample text.
We are initiating outreach to jurisdictional leads to begin working on
assessing vulnerability to hazards in the next couple of weeks. If you
missed the last meeting, the meeting recording and materials are available
on the meeting page. We reviewed the Risk Assessment Mapping
Platform (RAMP) and several tasks we'll work on with jurisdictions.
We are looking forward to the final meeting, #3, of the full stakeholder
group. More information below!
Planning Committee Meeting #3
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Wed. June 24, 2020
12 PM to 2 PM
Calendar reminder available here.
Via Zoom conference call:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89018217172
Call-in option: 669 900 6833
Meeting ID: 890 1821 7172
Meeting materials are available on the Mendocino County MJHMP page:
www.mitigatehazards.com/mendocino-county/meetings/
Project Password: Mendocino2020 (works for all log ins)
PUBLIC SURVEY NOW AVAILABLE.
Please share through your outreach avenues!
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We have many resources available to help you share the MJHMP Survey with the
public!
2 graphics that you can download.
o The above graphic is a Twitter-sized graphic available at this link.
o We also have a Facebook and other social media graphic available
at this link.
A sample story for newspapers or press releases, available here.
Sample text for various formats:
o Shortest (280 character Twitter-friendly): Help us identify risks
from hazards like wildfires, floods, & earthquakes in Mendocino
County! Participate in a short survey, be entered to win a $150
voucher for Stihl tools of your choice: https://bit.ly/2TYgCes.
o Short/ social media: We need your help to identify hazard risks in
Mendocino County! Participate in a short survey and be entered
to win a $150 voucher for Stihl tools of your choice. The
information you provide will help us identify and coordinate projects
focused on reducing the risk of injury or damage to property from
future hazard events (e.g. wildfires, floods, earthquakes). The
survey should take approximately 5 minutes to complete and is
anonymous: http://mitigatehazards.com/mendocino-county/get-
involved/.
o Longer sample text: Mendocino County is updating its multijurisdictional hazard
mitigation plan—and we need your help! Participate in a short survey and be entered to
win a $150 voucher for Stihl tools of your choice.
The County’s hazard mitigation plan, which includes municipalities and school districts via
the County Office of Education, explains prevalent hazards within the county and how
hazards may affect communities differently. Most importantly, the mitigation strategy
presented in the plan responds to the known vulnerabilities within each community and
provides prescriptions or actions to achieve the greatest reduction of natural hazard risk.
This planning effort could result in saved lives, reduced injuries, reduced property damage,
and protection for the environment in the event of a natural hazard within the County.
Over the coming months, the county stakeholders will finalize newly-developed mitigation
action strategies based upon stakeholder and public consensus. To establish public
perceptions on local hazards and mitigation strategies, the county developed a short
community survey. Anyone who completes the survey by July 31st, 2020 will be entered
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into a drawing for a chance to win a variety of donated prizes. This short survey will help
the County and participating jurisdictions prioritize mitigation actions and establish
incentives for mitigating hazards near your home.
Survey respondents will be entered to win a grand prize of a $150 Stihl power tool
voucher. Power tools are a great way to reduce vegetation around homes for wildfire
mitigation and reduce the unwieldy branches that cause damage to property or utility
outages during severe storms. For more information on the planning effort or the survey
please visit http://mitigatehazards.com/mendocino-county/get-involved/.
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The above draft map shows wildfire risk exposure for Mendocino County from Mtg #2.
Planning Partners Meeting #3 coming up!
In our third and final meeting to craft the
County's Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation
Plan (MJHMP), we are taking a deeper dive into
the development of mitigation actions that will
be ID'ed in the Plan, as well as funding those
identified actions through FEMA's Hazard
Mitigation Assistance (HMA) programs.
Draft AGENDA for the meeting:
Welcome and Introductions
Meeting #2 and Jurisdictional
Exercises, Brief Recap
Mitigation Alternatives
Setting Plan Goals
Mitigation Action Review (Draft)
Developing a Nexus to HMA Funding
Public Outreach Updates
Next Steps
June 2020
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Background information on the MJHMP:
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The purpose of the Mendocino MJHMP is to reduce property losses and avoid
injury and/or casualties resulting from natural disasters. Hazard mitigation is the
use of sustained, long-term actions to reduce loss of life, personal injury, and
property damage that can result from a disaster.
For planning partners: The Plan is multi-jurisdictional in that 6 different
Mendocino County jurisdictions are participating (the County, City of Fort
Bragg, City of Point Arena, City of Ukiah, City of Willits, and the Mendocino
County Office of Education). Your jurisdiction's active participation in the update
process, as demonstrated by your attendance at this meeting, is one of FEMA's
prerequisites for Plan approval.
For stakeholders: Many of you are also included in this email list as important
stakeholders. While your participation is not required, we are happy to have you
at any of these large meetings (of which there are 3 total). We will also arrange
for hazard-specific meetings to garner more specific input on major hazards like
wildfire, flood, and earthquake. You're welcome to just participate in those
hazard-specific meetings as well.
Please let us know if you need additional information and how I can be of
assistance. I appreciate your time and consideration as always. I look forward
to seeing you at the end of the month.
Note, while we greatly prefer to meet face-to-face, due to coronavirus, the
upcoming meetings will be held via Zoom. We will hope subsequent meetings
can be in-person.
VISIT THE PROJECT PAGE TO LEARN MORE
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Torie Jarvis
From:Nash Gonzalez <gonzalezn@mendocinocounty.org>Sent:Tuesday, June 23, 2020 8:52 AMTo:Torie JarvisSubject:Mendocino Hazard Mitigation Mtg #3 tomorrow!
MENDOCINO COUNTY
MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HAZARD
MITIGATION PLAN
2020 UPDATE
We are looking forward to the final meeting, #3, of the full stakeholder group
TOMORROW! More information below!
Planning Committee Meeting #3
Wed. June 24, 2020
12 PM to 2 PM
Calendar reminder available here.
Via Zoom conference call:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89018217172
Call-in option: 669 900 6833
Meeting ID: 890 1821 7172
Meeting materials are available on the Mendocino County MJHMP page:
www.mitigatehazards.com/mendocino-county/meetings/
Project Password: Mendocino2020 (works for all log ins)
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Photo shows a 2017 landslide on Hwy 101 near Leggett, https://sanfrancisco.cbslocal.com/2017/04/20/massive-landslide-shuts-down-
highway-101-in-mendocino-county/
Planning Partners Meeting #3 is tomorrow!
In our third and final meeting to craft the
County's Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation
Plan (MJHMP), we are taking a deeper dive into
the development of mitigation actions that will
be ID'ed in the Plan, as well as funding those
identified actions through FEMA's Hazard
Mitigation Assistance (HMA) programs.
AGENDA for the meeting:
Welcome and Introductions
June 2020
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Meeting #2 and Jurisdictional
Exercises, Brief Recap
Mitigation Alternatives
Setting Plan Goals
Mitigation Action Review (Draft)
Developing a Nexus to HMA Funding
Public Outreach Updates
Next Steps
REMINDER: PUBLIC SURVEY NOW
AVAILABLE.
324 responses to date!
Please share through your outreach avenues.
We have many resources available to help you share the MJHMP Survey with
the public!
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2 graphics that you can download.
o The above graphic is a Twitter-sized graphic available at this link .
o We also have a Facebook and other social media graphic
available at this link.
A sample story for newspapers or press releases, available here.
Sample text for various formats:
o Shortest (280 character Twitter-friendly): Help us identify risks
from hazards like wildfires, floods, & earthquakes in Mendocino
County! Participate in a short survey, be entered to win a $150
voucher for Stihl tools of your choice: https://bit.ly/2TYgCes.
o Short/ social media: We need your help to identify hazard risks
in Mendocino County! Participate in a short survey and be
entered to win a $150 voucher for Stihl tools of your choice .
The information you provide will help us identify and coordinate
projects focused on reducing the risk of injury or damage to
property from future hazard events (e.g. wildfires, floods,
earthquakes). The survey should take approximately 5 minutes to
complete and is anonymous:
http://mitigatehazards.com/mendocino-county/get-involved/.
Background information on the MJHMP:
The purpose of the Mendocino MJHMP is to reduce property losses and avoid
injury and/or casualties resulting from natural disasters. Hazard mitigation is the
use of sustained, long-term actions to reduce loss of life, personal injury, and
property damage that can result from a disaster.
For planning partners: The Plan is multi-jurisdictional in that 6 different
Mendocino County jurisdictions are participating (the County, City of Fort
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Bragg, City of Point Arena, City of Ukiah, City of Willits, and the Mendocino
County Office of Education). Your jurisdiction's active participation in the update
process, as demonstrated by your attendance at this meeting, is one of FEMA's
prerequisites for Plan approval.
For stakeholders: Many of you are also included in this email list as important
stakeholders. While your participation is not required, we are happy to have you
at any of these large meetings (of which there are 3 total). We will also arrange
for hazard-specific meetings to garner more specific input on major hazards like
wildfire, flood, and earthquake. You're welcome to just participate in those
hazard-specific meetings as well.
Please let us know if you need additional information and how I can be of
assistance. I appreciate your time and consideration as always. I look forward
to seeing you at the end of the month.
Note, while we greatly prefer to meet face-to-face, due to coronavirus, the
upcoming meetings will be held via Zoom. We will hope subsequent meetings
can be in-person.
VISIT THE PROJECT PAGE TO LEARN MORE
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Name E-mail Title Dept HMP Jurisdiction
William Schurtz schurtzw@mendocinocounty.org Director Human Resources Mendocino County
Nash Gonzalez gonzalezn@mendocinocounty.org Mendocino County Disaster
Recovery Director
Mendocino County
Executive Office
Mendocino County
Sarah Duckett duketts@mendocinocounty.org Water Agency Mendocino County Water Mendocino County
Xuyen Ung ungx@mendocinocounty.org Administrative Analyst Recovery/CEO Mendocino County
Heather Correll Rose correllh@mendocinocounty.org Executive Office Risk Management Mendocino County
Richard Molinari molinarir@co.mendocino.ca.us Shelter Manager Ukiah Animal Shelter Mendocino County
Howard Dashiel dashielh@mendocinocounty.org Director Department of
Transportation
Mendocino County
Paul Anderson pa-admin@mcn.org Administrative Assistant City of Point Arena City of Point Arena
Dusty Duley dduley@cityofwillits.org Community Development Director Community Development City of Willits
Craig Schlatter cschlatter@cityofukiah.com City of Ukiah Community
Development Director
Community Development City of Ukiah
Tom Varga tvarga@fortbragg.com Director of Public Works Former City of Fort Bragg City of Fort Bragg
Richard Shoemaker cm@pointarena.ca.gov City Manager City of Point Arena City of Point Arena
Todd Crabtree CrabtreT@cdchousing.org Executive Director Community Development Regional Agency
Scott Cratty firesafe@pacific.net Executive Director Fire Safe Council Wildfire Stakeholder
Elizabeth Salomone DistrictManager@RRFC.net General Manager The Mendocino County Regional Agency
Steve Turner sturner@mcoe.us Director Maintenance & Operations,
MCOE
Mendocino County Office of
Education
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1 12:58:16 From Rich : Rich from Animal Care Services on via phone.
2 13:00:19 From Torie Jarvis (DP+S) : Thanks Rich! Welcome everyone else. We'll ask
you to sign in via chat again as a record of who is attending the meeting. Please list
your name and affiliation here. And if you have any issues, feel free to chat me, text
970‐596‐5039 or email torie@dynamicplanning.co
3 13:02:28 From Torie Jarvis (DP+S) : https://mitigatehazards.com/mendocino‐county/
4 Password: Mendocino2020
5 Polling Website for Smartphone: pollev.com/dynamicplanning
6 13:03:05 From dashielh : Howard can't log into the Meeting materials page... so
if you want me to have somthing email it to me dashielh@mendocinocounty.org
7 13:03:54 From Craig Schlatter : Craig Schlatter, City of Ukiah
8 13:04:18 From Beth, Russian River FC : I'm not able to access the website
materials, either.
9 13:04:54 From William Schurtz : William Schurtz, Mendocino County
10 13:05:03 From Aaron Pfannenstiel : Remember to use this password to access
meeting materials
11 13:05:05 From Aaron Pfannenstiel : Password: Mendocino2020
12 13:05:22 From Torie Jarvis (DP+S) : Even with password Mendocino2020? I had to
clear my cookies for some reason today to be able to log in. Beth‐ I can email you too
if you need. Just emailed Howard.
13 13:06:25 From Torie Jarvis (DP+S) to Beth, Russian River FC(Privately) : Hi
Beth‐‐ can you send send me your email here if you need a copy of the mitigation
action handout? Will be faster than me looking up your email.
14 13:06:33 From Sarah Dukett : Sarah Dukett ‐ Mendocino County Water Agency and
Executive Office.
15 13:06:40 From Beth, Russian River FC to Torie Jarvis (DP+S)(Privately) : I used
the link in this thread instead of the email and it worked. Thanks!
16 13:06:57 From Torie Jarvis (DP+S) to Beth, Russian River FC(Privately) : Oh
oops. Thanks for letting me know.
17 13:07:30 From Beth, Russian River FC : Elizabeth (Beth) Salomone from Russian
River Flood Control & Water Conservation Improvement District.
18 13:07:59 From Stephen Turner : Stephen Turner MCOE representing all schools in
the county
19 13:09:48 From Scott Cratty : Scott Cratty, Mendocino County Fire Safe Council.
20 13:10:42 From Stephen Turner to Torie Jarvis (DP+S)(Privately) : I have
terrible cell service here
21 13:11:22 From Torie Jarvis (DP+S) to Stephen Turner(Privately) : No worries
from my end. Ethan likes to call you out :)
22 13:11:38 From Todd Crabtree : Todd Crabtree County Housing Authority. CDC of
Mendocino County
23 13:12:24 From Torie Jarvis (DP+S) to Stephen Turner(Privately) : You can also
use a computer browser if that's easier: https://pollev.com/dynamicplanning
24 13:14:04 From Stephen Turner to Torie Jarvis (DP+S)(Privately) : thanks
25 13:43:21 From tvarga to Torie Jarvis (DP+S)(Privately) : Torie, are slope
stabilization projects far game as a structural project? Tom Varga, Fort Bragg
26 13:53:03 From Torie Jarvis (DP+S) to tvarga(Privately) : Hi Tom‐‐ will ask the
group as I'm sure you aren't the only one with the question!
27 13:55:56 From Beth, Russian River FC to Torie Jarvis (DP+S)(Privately) : Can
Ethan send me that flood control communication information he is going to send Nash?
Even though my District is "Flood Control", because of those issues with CA F& W, etc,
we don't do any streambank work or engineering type work. All of our "flood control"
effort is in the Coyote Dam, perhaps raising it in the long run. thanks!
28 13:57:26 From Torie Jarvis (DP+S) to Beth, Russian River FC(Privately) : Sure,
Beth. I'll send him a reminder right now (before I forget!)
29 14:12:54 From Ty : I believe this is the resource that Ethan was just
referencing:
https://www.epa.gov/iaq‐schools/heating‐ventilation‐and‐air‐conditioning‐systems‐part‐in
door‐air‐quality‐design‐tools#:~:text=Classrooms%20and%20other%20school%20spaces,remove%
20odors%20and%20other%20pollutants.&text=If%20outside%20air%20is%20provided,be%20provide
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30 14:13:33 From Torie Jarvis (DP+S) to Gabriel Sherman(Privately) : Hi Gabriel‐‐
thanks for joining us! It doesn't look like we have you in our contact list. Would you
like to be included? What entity are you representing, if any? Thanks!
31 14:14:25 From Torie Jarvis (DP+S) to Gabriel Sherman(Privately) : I see you
Gabe‐‐ looks like you're with Ukiah Unified. I'm sure Steve is keeping you in the loop
but let me know if you would like to receive emails as well!
32 14:23:01 From Gabriel Sherman to Torie Jarvis (DP+S)(Privately) : That would be
great Tori, thank you. gsherman@uusd.net
33 14:25:15 From Gabriel Sherman : Seems like mitigating the potential effects of
PSPS impact would is discussion worthy
34 14:26:39 From Paul Andersen : easier to read
35 14:27:42 From Torie Jarvis (DP+S) to Paul Andersen(Privately) : Which one, Paul?
36 14:27:50 From Paul Andersen to Torie Jarvis (DP+S)(Privately) : New set
37 14:27:57 From Paul Andersen to Torie Jarvis (DP+S)(Privately) : Not 2014
38 14:28:16 From Torie Jarvis (DP+S) to Paul Andersen(Privately) : Set #1 we can
see now? (There is a second one not on the screen from the state's HMP)
39 14:28:36 From Dusty Duley : Goals can be general but Policies can get into
specific mitigation measures
40 14:28:42 From Paul Andersen to Torie Jarvis (DP+S)(Privately) : Yes
41 14:28:49 From Torie Jarvis (DP+S) to Paul Andersen(Privately) : OK perfect
42 14:30:21 From Dusty Duley : PSPS should be addressed even if it has to be done in
an indirect way
43 14:36:41 From Paul Andersen to Torie Jarvis (DP+S)(Privately) : Where can I
find the survey publicity materials? Specifically for social media?
44 14:37:57 From Torie Jarvis (DP+S) : PSPS is discussed in detail wildfire and we
can include mitigation measures specifically to reduce impacts from PSPS events
following wildfire (back up generators, for example. can be eligible for FEMA funds:
https://www.fema.gov/media‐library‐data/1424368115734‐86cfbaeb456f7c1d57a05d3e8e08a4bd/F
INAL_Generators_JobAid_13FEB15_508complete.pdf)
45 14:39:21 From Torie Jarvis (DP+S) to Paul Andersen(Privately) : Hi Paul, I put
them into MailChimp emails to everyone but your question makes me realize I never
posted it to our website. I can do that as well and will forward you survey info right
now via email.
46 14:40:34 From Paul Andersen to Torie Jarvis (DP+S)(Privately) : Thank you!
47 14:45:55 From dashielh : Ethan, so are you saying that if I built ten bridges
since 2008 and I give you the Hydraulics Report that shows the new bridge is 100yr or
better that helps you... do you want something like that... in addition all ten of
those bridges meet current seismic standards... do you want that kind of detail? Howard
48 14:48:59 From Heather Correll Rose : still here
49 14:53:47 From Stephen Turner : Could a school with a 30 year old comp roof apply
for the cost difference between replacing in‐kind and upgrading to fireproof metal?
50 15:00:08 From Stephen Turner : Thank you
51 15:11:40 From Stephen Turner : thank you for all the work
52 15:11:59 From Paul Andersen to Torie Jarvis (DP+S)(Privately) : Thank you!!
53 15:12:07 From Beth, Russian River FC : Thank you all for all this! Wow!
54 15:12:13 From Paul Andersen : Thank you!
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Format
Name Email
if applicable
Comment Cite of Comment
if applicable
Response Changes Made
if applicable
1 Via online
comment
form
Carlon
LaMont
lamontc@hotm
ail.com
With the recent logging on and around the
Albion Ridge. I have personally seen large areas
(acres) of downed tan oak and other slash that
has not been broken down to reduce volume.
With this large amount of fuel and the resulting
low density. It is an extreme fire hazard for
everyone located on and around the Albion and
coastal communities, that may only have one
exit route. Please consider ordinances that
either require some form of fuel Removal or
density remediation. It would be nice to open
these opportunities for locals to make some
money and create more jobs, opportunity, and
services. While reducing overall risk and
potential loss of life and property. Thank you
for your time.
Thank you for this comment, especially in all
of our minds after (during) such a rough fire
season. We do feel that your comment is
already covered in discussions within the
document and specifically with a "mitigation
action," or identified project, numbered MA-
WF-239, which would increase vegetation
management in the County: "Coordinate with
fire protection agencies to develop vegetation
management program to remove under story
brush and excessive fuels around County
roads and evacuation routes." We also added
all areas you pointed out to the online system
for tracking these actions as background
information.
2 Emailed
comments
Helene
Chalfin
jughandle-
ed@mcn.org
Please make sure that throughout Mendocino
County—including Caspar, Mendocino, Little
River, Albion, Elk, and more you address and
plan to mitigate the thousands of dead and
dying trees on both public and private
properties. The dead and dying trees in large
stands are a tremendous fire threat to all homes
in proximity. There are several areas in the
County where this hazard must be addressed.
Thank you for this comment, especially in all
of our minds after (during) such a rough fire
season. We do feel that your comment is
already covered in discussions within the
document and specifically with a "mitigation
action," or identified project, numbered MA-
WF-239: "Coordinate with fire protection
agencies to develop vegetation management
program to remove under story brush and
excessive fuels around County roads and
evacuation routes." Other areas you pointed
out have been added to the online system for
tracking these actions as background
information.
3 Emailed
comment
letter to
Nash
Robert
Pinoli
rjp@mcn.org During each of the past three years we have
applied for a grant from the U.S. Department of
Transportation’s Better Utilizing Investments to
Leverage Development (BUILD) program. We
hoped that BUILD funds would pay for half of
the $18.8 million project, with our company
paying the remainder to reestablish a
connection between Fort Bragg & Willits,
improve corridor access in the event of
emergencies, and acquire significant rail
mounted fire suppression equipment and
storage capacities to be staged at 8-10 spots
along the route. Sadly, we were not awarded
these funds. As you know Mendocino Railway
(California Western Railroad / Skunk Train) is a
Class III Common Carrier / Public Utility. As
such, we remain ready to serve our
communities. I believe that using the railroad
corridors as fire breaks and emergency access
corridors is something with immense befits in
disaster mitigation and making our
communities more resilient. I think we should
find a way to incorporate this into the revised
plan.
We have updated the Plan to include railways
explicity in considering critical facilities that
require retrofitting and defensible space
work, and in the background for the
mitigation action (that does not appear within
the document) we also added direct reference
to both your letter and the potential benefits
for rehabilitiating railway lines for fire
protection.
Updated ma-WF-MC-227 to include railways:
Retrofit critical facilities (adult care, child care,
schools, railways) with fire-resistant materials
and or create defensible space around
structures."
To the background on MAST, added "Re
Railways, the Mendocino Railway (California
Western Railroad / Skunk Train) is a Class III
Common Carrier / Public Utility. Railroad
corridors may be useful as fire breaks and
emergency access corridors. (see public
comment from Robert Pinoli in 2020 Plan App
B)"
4 Collab PDF Jennifer Kreger Just started reading but a question comes to
mind right away: do "natural disasters and
hazard events" include things like: famine?
supply chain disruption from far-away events?
Military or other hostile takeovers of local
supplies? Big influxes of people to our area
because of floods, fires, droughts, wars, and
famines elsewhere?
Thanks for the question, Jennifer. Natural
hazards could include famine, but California
has not ever looked at famine as a possible
hazard to mitigate to date. This did not rise to
a priority for this HMP. You ask about
influxes of people because of hazard events
elsewhere-- this is a secondary impact of
hazard events, and this issue did arise for
communities in Mendocino County. Some
mitigation actions look at whether shelters
are adequate for an influx of people or are
properly outfitted in the event of sheltering
during a pandemic (which we've already
experienced while writing this HMP). The
hostile take-over type scenario would not be a
natural hazard and would be difficult to
mitigate for ahead of time-- an emergency
operations plan would likely cover this
scenario.
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Format
Name Email
if applicable
Comment Cite of Comment
if applicable
Response Changes Made
if applicable
Mendocino County 2020 Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan
Public Comments on MJHMP (October 2020)
5 Collab PDF Jennifer Kreger Can we add the word "toward" after the word
"determine" and before the word "what" in
sentence 3?
ES XX Edit made- thank you!Small sentence structure adjustment made.
6 Collab PDF C W verify the naturally occurring asbestos map
with the California Geologic Survey.
Figure ES 5 The Air Quality Management District,
working with other agencies, has produced a
series of maps of areas likely to contain NOA
in Mendocino County. These areas were
mapped using information from the CGS
(Rock Outcrops) and the NRCS. The maps are
not parcel specific and only show areas
where NOA is more likely, the actual
presence of NOA can only be determine by an
expert7 Collab PDF Jennifer
Kreger
On Tsunami Run-Up where it says
Transportation and Lifeline 6, does that mean
that impassability is expected of 6 major roads,
one of which is Highway One? Or 6 of the
bridges along Highway One? or something
else?A high %age of Coast people rely on being
able to travel N and S along Highway One but
that is only one road.
Figure ES 7 Not necessarily, the Transportation and
Lifeline locations summarized as being
exposed to any hazard, Tsunami Run-up
included, are just summarized locations that
fall within the potential inundation area of a
tsunami event. The risk is there, but the level
of damage and temporal persistence cannot
be described due to specificities of actual
events. Isolation due to loss of roadways and
infrastructure would be developed based on
the vulnerability in the problem statement
and mitigation action planning process if
deemed necessary. For more information on
Tsunami see Section 4.8.4.7.
8 Collab PDF C W suggest you add the dates of the hazard sources
on the figures
Figure ES 7 Dates and additional information about data
sources is available here:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/r7dv8duxw76830
0/RAMP%20Hazard%20Legends.pdf?dl=0.
9 Collab PDF Jennifer
Kreger
Can we add clarification here too? I am not
sure whether the Linear Mileage Section is
predicting that up to 23 linear miles of Highway
One may be destroyed by sea level rise, or if
that number refers to something else.
Figure ES-8 These are summarized linear lifeline assets
which include highways and include local
roads and other infrastructure such as
pipelines. Appendix A to the HMP outlines
the data sources for linear lifeline assets. For
more detail on critical assets vulnerable to a
hazard, see the specific vulnerability section
(Section 4.5._____)
10 Collab PDF Jennifer
Kreger
for hazard type Climate Change, suggest
increasing incentives (or requirements) for
multiple practices that have been shown to
improve at least the local climate (and
potentially the global climate to some degree)
while being good for human health and local
economic resilience, such as: no-till agriculture,
composting, keeping organic material out of
landfills, allowing sea-grass meadows to
sequester CO2 and buffer waves even as they
migrate inland, silo-pasture, managed grazing,
poison-free agriculture, home gardens,
indigenous land-management practices, multi-
story reforestation, distributed solar, distributed
with with some of its energy stored in water
pumped upward, electric vehicles, safe bike
ways, producing and shopping locally and
reducing imports and exports and thereby
reducing fossil fuel use, and rooftop rainwater
collection
p. xxvii of ES The following mitigation action has been
created to address the above comment: MA-
CC-MC-298: Develop public outreach to
educate the public on household practices
that can lessen the impacts of climate
change. In addition, the above practices have
been incorporated into the "background"
section of this mitigation action in MAST as
recommended practices that can be
incorporated into a public outreach/education
campaign
Added a new mitigation action, "MA-CC-MC-
298: Develop public outreach to educate the
public on household practices that can lessen
the impacts of climate change", and added
additional background information from
comment.
11 Collab PDF Jennifer
Kreger
suggest expanding to include coordination of
County OES / Incident Call Center with
volunteer efforts to prepare for several months
of mutual first aid and
water/food/supplies/disposal independence on
each of the land masses that could easily
become isolated (and thus closed to both
imports and exports as well as ambulances and
travel) by bridge failures, floods, landslides or
fires
p. xxvii of ES While a very valid concern, this is an issue
for an Emergency Operations Plan. In the four
parts of emergency management (response,
recovery, preparedness, mitigation), this
subject is part of response and preparedness.
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Format
Name Email
if applicable
Comment Cite of Comment
if applicable
Response Changes Made
if applicable
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Public Comments on MJHMP (October 2020)
12 Collab PDF Jennifer
Kreger
suggest expanding to include incentives (or
requirements) for private landowners to grant
evacuation easements so that all
neighborhoods have multiple ways in and out
p. xxvii of ES Thank you. We have added the following
mitigation action: "Construct evacuation
routes as feasible to ensure multiple egress
routes from neighborhoods." ma-AH-MC-299.
added ma-AH-MC-299: "Construct evacuation
routes as feasible to ensure multiple egress
routes from neighborhoods."
13 Collab PDF Jennifer
Kreger
For MC-197, Does/will/can this include
encouraging reuse of gray water? Does/will/can
it include legalizing methods of disposing of
human waste other than using drinking-quality
water to move the waste along a pipe?
p. xxvii of ES Yes, this could include encouraging reuse of
gray water. The County will follow all public
hearing/noticing requirements associated
with any code updates, which would be the
venue for providing feedback and engaging
the County on any proposed code changes.
14 Collab PDF C W suggest expanding to include water/sewer
infrastructure susceptible to wildfire and
seismic hazards
p. xxvii of ES MC-EQ-MC201 has been edited to read:
Retrofit / Harden County-owned critical
facilities (including water & sewer
infrastructure) and buildings and their ability
to withstand earthquakes.
MC-EQ-MC201 has been edited to read: Retrofit /
Harden County-owned critical facilities
(including water & sewer infrastructure) and
buildings and their ability to withstand
earthquakes.
15 Collab PDF Jennifer
Kreger
Some of the alternative sheltering locations on
the coast (sin MC-224) are visible on Islands
and Public Hubs map at hubsandroutes.net
p. xxviii of ES Thank-you for this information. This has
been included in the MAST database "notes"
section for MC-224
Added background information to MAST for MA-
MC-224
16 Collab PDF Lauren
Robertson
Page xxix: Retrofit critical facilities with fire-
resistant materials AND create defensible
space. (remove and/or--these are distinctly
different goals in terms of cost, maintenance,
and staffing.
p. xxviii of ES Updated and thank you for the feedback ma-WF-MC-227 updated to remove "and or,"
replace with "and"
17 Collab PDF Jennifer
Kreger
This page is important and makes its point
about limitations. What do you think of the
possibility of adding a column to the tables
above where you could give details about
potential limitations and challenges for each of
the rows?
p. xxx Great point. We have more information on
implementation in Section 6 of this HMP. The
Mitigation Action Plan in Section 5.5.2 also
includes additional information about
implementation. The online Mitigation Action
Support Tool, accessible by participating
jurisdictions, includes implementation steps,
background, and notes that can be
continually updated with ongoing
information regarding implementation.
18 Collab PDF Walt Highway 1 will be inundated and made
impassible about 3 miles north of Point Arena
in the low scenario of sea level rise
Section 4.5 intro, p.
4-29
Great point. Our mapping does show this
inundation, but it's difficult to see because
the County has such a long coast line! We
have also added text to Section 4.5.3.8.3,
which looks at vulnerability of critical
facilities to sea level rise. It now reads:
Updated text of Section 4.5.8.3 to use Hwy 1
inundation as another critical facility
vulnerabilty: "Some critical infrastructure
(i.e., roads, hospitals, schools, emergency
facilities, and properties) are at increased risk
of coastal flooding in the County. For example,
the Fort Bragg Intake Pump Station could
become vulnerable to a 100-year flood event
with 1.4 meters (m) of sea-level rise. Small
sections of Highway 1 could also be completed
obstructed (e.g. north of Point Arena from the
delta of the Garcia River).
19 Collab PDF Walt Cell Service reliability is not listed as a concern,
but almost County-wide it is either unavailable,
unreliable or spotty. This limits notifications
for any emergency and for communication
during an emergency.
Section 4.5 intro, p.
4-29
Thank you for this comment-- it's very much
an issue that's come up with fires this year.
We did have some discussion of cell service
concerns that we've edited and increased
information on. We’ve made changes to three
different locations within the HMP. In Section
4.3.3.5, we discuss the addition of
preemptively improving cellular service prior
to emergency situations, as well as increased
dissemination of information relating to
where people can go for better service in the
event of an emergency. In Sections 4.5.4.8.1
and 4.5.10.10.3 we discuss the risk of specific
hazards in impacting critical communication
infrastructure such as cell towers.
Changes in text to Sections 4.3.3.5, 4.5.8.1, and
4.5.10.10.3
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Format
Name Email
if applicable
Comment Cite of Comment
if applicable
Response Changes Made
if applicable
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Public Comments on MJHMP (October 2020)
20 Collab PDF Walt Why aren't automatic seismic shutoff valves
required for all buildings using NG or propane
in any are subject to Very Strong or higher
earthquake intensity? Fire or explosion after an
earthquake is more dangerous than the shake
itself.
Table 4-40 re:
Earthquake, p.4-119
We wish automatic shutoff valves were
required too! They are certainly a best
practice on new construction. The County
will also look at pursing funding to install
automatic shut off valves on all county
buildings. See the mitigation action number
ma-EQ-MC-203 in Section 5.5.2: "Install
seismic gas shut-off valves on County
buildings to prevent the flow of gas into
buildings during a seismic event"
21 Collab PDF Walt The Garcia River floods almost 1 - 2 times
annually closing Highway 1, the only State
Route from Point Arena northward. The detour
can be almost 253 miles. This put life in peril
as emergency vehicles would need to be
dispatched from Santa Rosa. I don't see this
listed as a problem; CalTrans has a proposal to
build a new bridge on Windy Hollow Road as a
new route.
p. 4-162 Thanks, Walt. This issue is capture within
Point Arena's Annex in Volume 2 of this
document. They are planning to continue
working with CalTrans to address this
challenging issue.
22 Collab PDF Alix Sabin Policy DE-217 seems to be very important,
critical. It needs to be communicated broadly to
residents.
p. 4-225 (wildfire
regulatory
environment)
Thank you for this comment. The policy cited
exists in the County General Plan and can be
a reference in considering new development
anytime. Many of the mitigation actions
identified for wildfire address increased work
towards defensible space, chipping to reduce
fuels, and vegetation management, including
in connection with the County's community
wildfire protection plan. See Section 5.5.2.
23 Collab PDF Alix Sabin Mendocino County needs to create an
evacuation & rescue route permit process that
allows rescue routes to be developed and
maintained through private property. Many of
our rural roads are "Not Thru-Road". Like
Paradise, we could be caught unable to
evacuate. Firefighters and medical personal
might not have access. The County and
landowner (private, non-profit, State, County, or
lumber company) should work together to
create rescue routes available in emergencies
to mitigate hazards including fire, earthquakes,
flooding, etc..
p. 4-229 (Fig. 4-52,
wildfire profile)
Thank you. We have added the following
mitigation action: "Construct evacuation
routes as needed to ensure multiple egress
routes from neighborhoods." ma-AH-MC-299.
24 Google Form Joe
Zicherman -
Board
President,
Mendocino
County Fire
Safe
Council
Zicherman46@g
mail.com;
avpinotgrower@
gmail.com
See comments and responses as separate
document
See comments and
responses as
separate document
Updates to: ma-WF-MC-238, ma-AH-MC-134,
ma-WF-MC-239, ma-WF-MC-123, ma-WF-MC-
228, ma-WF-MC-287
New MAs created: ma-WF-MC-300, ma-WF-
MC-301, ma-WF-MC-302
25 Email to
DP+S
Rick
Hemmings
hemstich@gmai
l.com
Submitted letter to and graphic of evacuation
routes and safe havens for Albion Ridge, Middle
Ridge, and Navarro Ridge
Thank you for this! We have added the
following mitigation action: "Construct
evacuation routes as needed to ensure
multiple egress routes from neighborhoods."
ma-AH-MC-299. We added the materials you
sent to Appendix B of the HMP and have
referenced them in the background section of
MAST for this new mitigation actions.
We have added the following mitigation action:
"Construct evacuation routes as needed to
ensure multiple egress routes from
neighborhoods." ma-AH-MC-299. Added
materials sent to Appendix B as well.
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FB notice
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PUBLIC COMMENT FROM MENDOCINO COUNTY FIRE SAFE COUNCIL
RESPONSES INCLUDED
SUBMITTED VIA GOOGLE FORM
OCTOBER 26, 2020
Responses from County in orange text below respective comment.
To Whom it may concern:
The Mendocino County Fire Safe Council has reviewed the proposed (draft)County Hazard Mitigation
Plan and is providing the comments included here.
Our comments are essentially of two types: The first are recommendations based on our daily work at
ground level with County residents to help address their concerns consistent with our support and
guidance from the Board of Supervisors. The second our comments on the programs tabulated in the
table “County Wide Priority Mitigation Actions.”
It is our opinion that the list of issues in Tabulation 1 below need to be addressed and - where possible -
should be added to programs summarized in the tabulation of “County Wide Priority Mitigation
Actions.” Many of these are nuts and bolts items which need to be added to the mitigation plan so as to
acknowledge their importance in the County. An example of this can be seen in the citation below
related to sudden death syndrome attacking native Oaks which if not addressed and whose absence will
add to the hazard levels when wildfires occur in Mendocino County.
We are also providing specific comments on each of the wildfire related items among the tabulated
entries in the county wide document as currently written in draft form.
1.0 Wildfire mitigation objectives not directly addressed:
1.1 Develop an effective and enforceable hazard mitigation ordinance for the county. This important
issue is not addressed in the current draft.
Response: We updated ma-WF-MC-238 to be more open ended to the type of code updates
the County might consider (italics represent additional info): Update County Code/ Land Use
Regulations/Subdivision Design Guidelines to include design and siting standards to
incorporate, for example, emergency response access and turn around space or fire
suppression water needs.
1.2 Identify and develop a plan and schedule for maintaining key fuel breaks currently existing around
population centers and other key resources. This important issue is not addressed in the current draft.
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Response: Created new mitigation action that reads: “Identify and develop a plan and
maintenance schedule for key fuel breaks currently existing around population centers and
other key resources; develop new fuel breaks as identified.” ma-WF-MC-300
1.3 Develop county policies supporting with wider use of prescribed burning on private land throughout
the county and provide resources supporting the county prescribed burn association. This important
issue is not addressed in the current draft.
Response: Created new mitigation action that reads: Continue to support programs to reduce
fuel loads in the County, including but not limited to continuing the chipper program,
mastication and removal of fuels, and encouraging prescribed burns when practicable. ma-
WF-MC-301
1.4 Develop county policies to support deployment of additional fire suppression water resources on
private land. This important issue is not addressed in the current draft.
Response: updated ma-WF-MC-238 to read (italics represent additional info): Update County
Code/ Land Use Regulations/Subdivision Design Guidelines to include design standards in the
WUI that take into account structural and public health protection, emergency response
access, emergency vehicle turn around space, and necessary additional fire suppression water
resources needed to serve development.
1.5 Implement an ongoing education campaign to address necessary ignition resistance and home
hardening features - including defensible space - for county residents.
Response: Updated ma-AH-MC-134 to emphasize wildfire public outreach from MCFSC :
Develop a public outreach program that distributes consistent hazard mitigation content and
mitigation tips for property owners. For example, wildfire outreach should focus on necessary
ignition resistance and home hardening features - including defensible space - for county
residents.”
1.6 Develop a program for hazard tree removal along ingress and egress routes.
Response: Updated ma-WF-MC-239 to read: “Coordinate with fire protection agencies to
develop vegetation management program to remove understory brush, hazardous trees, and
excessive fuels around County roads and evacuation routes.”
1.7 Develop a program to map and manage emerging high risk fuel sources such as invasive broom and
gorse and areas with substantial sudden oak death.
Response: Added as new ma-WF-MC-302: “Develop a program to map and manage emerging
high risk fuel sources.” The examples are provided in the “notes” section of MAST for the County.
2.0 Comments on Wildfire mitigation objectives addressed in the current draft :
ps-WF-MC-44 – This statement deals with speculative observations re. Class K buildings. It is essentially
irrelevant in this document as written – A statement to the effect that “Older class K buildings may be
less resistant to ignition. An educational Program including outreach to the owners of such structures.”
would be more appropriate (also see comment re. ma-WF-MC-238)
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Response: Updated problem statement to read: Buildings permitted as “class k” structures
under the building code may be at higher risk of wildfire.
This problem statement is addressed with an all hazard mitigation action. We also updated
MA-AH-MC-134 to read: Develop an education program to inform both existing Class K
structure owners and applicants of building permits for Class K structures of the inherent risks
of such structures to all natural hazards.
ma-WF-MC-123 – Property Protection – Good proposal, should also refer to current ongoing program by
MCFSC noting limited funds for the MCFSC program at present.
"Create an ongoing vegetation management program that provides vegetation management services to
elderly, disabled, or low-income property owners who lack the resources to remove flammable
vegetation from around their homes." We also note that the although it is correct that the cost of the
program could be spread out over multiple years it would also be an ongoing cost. As vegetation grows
back the program would need to revisit sites on an ongoing basis.
Response: Update mitigation action with changes in italics: “Create and/or help strengthen
existing vegetation management programs that provides vegetation management services to
elderly, disabled, or low-income property owners who lack the resources to remove
flammable vegetation.”
Also added additional information to background available on MAST for County: “Some of this
work is already ongoing with the Mendocino Fire Safe Council, although funds are limited.”
ma-WF-MC-142 should be moved from the "completed" table and added as a new mitigation target
with the following modification. "Develop an ongoing countywide chipper program in which local
residents and business owners do their own vegetation management and the community offers free or
reduced cost roadside chipping. A targeted component of the program should be developed to address
the needs of the elderly or those needing assistance for reasons of disability or costs."
Response: Addressed in new mitigation action ma-WF-MC-301 instead, which reads:
“Continue to support programs to reduce fuel loads in the County, including but not limited to
continuing the chipper program, mastication and removal of fuels, and encouraging
prescribed burns when practicable.”
ma-WF-MC-227 – Property Protection – support as proposed
ma-WF-MC-228 – Emergency Services – MCFSC appreciates the attention to improving emergency
access. However, the plan item to "Make high visibility address markers available to all residents within
the WUI" is unclear. Appropriate address markers are currently available to all residents through local
hardware stores or can be purchased through the Mendocino County Fire Safe Council or other sources.
If the intent of the item is to make them more available by creating a free or subsidized sign program,
the description should be modified to state that. However, an equally problematic issue for wildfire
safety is the extensive, duplicate, mis-ordered or otherwise confusing street and address markings in the
WUI. A new or enhanced mitigation goal should be added to work with the County Fire Chief's
Association to methodically address eliminating those situations and potentially to work on more
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sophisticated GPS based locating options for more remote or hard to find locations to provide more
efficient delivery of emergency response or evacuation monitoring.
Response: Rewrote ma-WF-MC-228 to read: Ensure addresses and locations are easily
accessed during emergency, especially in the WUI. Methods include installation of high
visibility address markers, partnering with County Fire Chief to reduce overlapping, duplicate,
or mis ordered street and address markings, and developing GPS-based locating options for
more remote or hard to find locations.
ma-WF-MC-238 – Prevention - Note relationship to ps-WF-MC-44 if building codes issues are involved.
Include campaign to educate old Class K homeowners, and all homeowners having built in remote areas
before enhanced state rules came into effect. Home hardening and development of ignition resistant
features should be stressed. This holds true for the vast majority of houses in the county that were built
under the old building codes.
Response: Noted and thank you. We do not have any additional changes based on these
comments.
ma-WF-MC-239 – Natural Resource Protection - Potentially an important program which would provide
high long-term benefits needed in the County. In addition to maintaining primary ingress and egress
routes, County roads - of which there are many with no two way access - need to be targeted and even
some state highways such as Hwy 128 North of Philo contain overarching vegetation which would prove
hazardous in a fire emergency including evacuation. Ongoing implementation has "high" life safety
benefit not "low." Developing a mitigation plan, with ongoing implementation, stressing hazardous tree
removal, clearing of brush adjoining critical arteries, and aid to assure emergency ingress and egress
should be a high priority to the County.
Response: Updated benefit to “high.” Also, related to the point about egress, we added an all-hazard
mitigation action in response to other public comment: “Construct evacuation routes as feasible to
ensure multiple egress routes from neighborhoods.” MA-AH-MC-299. Added background information
on Hwy 128 north of Philo to this MA-WF-MC-239 as well.
ma-WF-MC-287 – Property Protection – In addition to generally working to implement the CWPP the
MCFSC suggests work on developing a process for regularly updating the priority projects in the plan and
also for encouraging the develop of more specific neighborhood and community plans for existing
subdivisions, which could be crucial to enhance life safety and allow for additional enhanced property
protection.
Response: Updated to read: Implement and continue to re-prioritize Mendocino County CWPP
Mitigation Projects and support smaller-scale neighborhood and community plans as appropriate.
Respectfully,
Joseph B. Zicherman, President,
Mendocino County Fire Safe Council
Residence:
PO Box 1042, 10540 Anderson Valley Way
Boonville 95415
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October 29, 2020
Ted Williams
Mendocino County Supervisor, 5th District
501 Low Gap Road, Room 1010
Ukiah, CA 95482
Dear Ted:
Last November, Michael Rees, Chief of ALRFPD, made a presentation to the Albion/Little River and
Navarro Ridge communities stressing the importance of individual responsibility in preventing fires on
their properties and reducing the spread of fires along private and county roads in their area. He
emphasized that, in the event of a catastrophic fire, residents cannot count on a volunteer department
to control the fire, notify residents, or evacuate them. He encouraged all residents to have a clear
evacuation plan should a major fire occur in their area.
This meeting brought together several folks who were already interested in identifying and publicizing
escape routes off the Albion and Navarro Ridge Roads in the event of a fire or other catastrophe. We
were concerned that a fire part way up the ridge could limit the usefulness of the Albion Ridge Road for
those living on Middle Ridge or east of it; and a fire 4 or 5 miles up the Navarro Ridge Road could leave
households further up with no regularly maintained, auto-accessible way out. The uniqueness of coastal
geography combined with the encircling of residential areas by privately-owned, commercial forests
offers a challenge to the identification and development of alternate escape routes, especially where
the more flammable Pygmy Forest bisects these roads.
Using Google Earth and “boots on the ground” exploration, we have identified three escape and rescue
routes offering emergency egress off different parts of Albion Ridge, Middle Ridge and Navarro Ridge
Roads. The condition of some of these routes has already been determined by inspection while others
are scheduled for review by Chief Rees. Approved routes will be geo-referenced, via satellite, for
downloading to cell phones.
1. One route drains Middle Ridge and the upper half of Albion Ridge via the “Donut Shop” and
Elliott Road to Salmon Creek and up to Navarro Ridge (ROADS 3, 6 and 10 on the accompanying
map). Most of these roads are on Conservation Fund land. According to Chief Rees, these roads
are currently drivable by ordinary vehicles. This route connects with a 2.0-mile Mendocino
Redwood Company (MRC) rocked road offering an outlet for Navarro Ridge residents as well –
at Mile 4.5 -- to Highway 128 (ROAD 5). It also connects with the inconsistently maintained
continuation of Navarro Ridge inland to 128 near Flynn Creek’s intersection with 128 (Road 8).
In its current condition, the Navarro Ridge Road does not offer an eastern escape route for most
vehicles. This is a county road, the eastern portion of which is not maintained year-round. The
most obvious solution for emergency egress from the eastern portion of Navarro Ridge is to
have the County restore this road to a minimum standard for emergency use by ordinary
vehicles.
2. The shortest option for Middle Ridge and Albion Ridge residents would utilize the “Donut Shop”
and Elliott Road connectors to the Salmon Creek Road, exiting halfway between the two via a 2-
mile connector (Road 9) to Navarro Ridge.
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3. For residents east of Elliott Road on Albion Ridge, the only potential way to escape a fire in the
eastern portion of the Pygmy or in the Conservation Fund’s holdings along Salmon Creek would
be a 5.9-mile lifeline via a private road connecting with a now abandoned MRC logging road
over Keane Summit and out to Flynn Creek Road (ROAD 7). Portions of MRC’s connector roads
have been found to be drivable; but the section closest to Albion Ridge is reportedly overgrown.
4. One alternative for residents of Middle Ridge and the central portions of Albion Ridge going
west is a possible connection through the Shandel property at the end of K Road (ROAD 2).
Accessed by either I or K Road, this wide, well-rocked road dead ends at the junction of Taylor
and Little Salmon Creek, opposite the gentlest rise in the Little Salmon Creek drainage. Nothing
is known yet about the connection to Middle Ridge Road on the south side.
In addition to identifying evacuation routes that would be made available to the public by CalFire,
ALRFPD or the Sheriff’s Department, we have identified three Safe Havens – fields large enough to offer
protection from fire and falling trees and shown by lime green circles on the map -- where residents
could gather and receive services. We have received permission to use two of the three Safe Havens.
We would like to voice our support for a continuation of the effort to identify and prepare multiple Safe
Havens and escape routes from the Albion Ridge, Middle Ridge and Navarro Ridge Roads and to
volunteer our time and energy to build widespread backing for it in the broader community. A
complementary and concurrent effort to complete a census of residents to help plan evacuation routes
and other services is being organized by NEAR (Neighborhood Emergency Action and readiness), a
volunteer organization serving the Albion Ridge, Middle Ridge, Navarro Ridge and Little River
communities.
The identification and construction of evacuation routes raises at least three legal issues. The first is
whether public funds can be used to build or improve a road on private or commercial property that the
public can only use in an emergency. The second is whether these roads need to meet the same
construction standards of a public right-of-way. Both issues would directly affect the cost of the project
and time to completion. And finally, both permitting and denying use of these routes poses liability
issues for private and commercial landowners.
The persons signing this letter are committed to working with you and the County to build support for
creating emergency escape routes from the Ridge Roads.
We sincerely appreciate your leadership on this issue.
Warm regards,
Carole Barnes, Scribe, Hubs and Routes and Albion resident
Michael Rees, Chief of ALRFPD
Jennifer Kreger, MD, Public Health Advisor, Mendocino Coast Healthcare District
Rick Hemmings, Mapmaker, Hubs and Routes, Mendocino Coast Healthcare District
Alix Sabin, Fund Raising Consultant, Hubs and Routes, Mendocino Coast Healthcare District; Member of
NEAR, ALRFPD Fire Council; Albion Resident
Tom Wodetzki, Communicator-in-Chief and Albion resident
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Attachment: Map of Alternate Evacuation Routes and Safe Havens for Albion Ridge, Middle Ridge and
Navarro Ridge
c.c. Supervisors John Haschak and Dan Gjerde
Co-Signers
Albion Ridge Road Residents
Carole Barnes
Bev Karkruff
T White
Chris Larsen
Shai Larsen
Rita Crane
Jena Breton
Larry Miller
Alison Gardner
Peter Temple
Linda Perkins
Bill Heil
Mario Abreu
JoAnne Abreu
Annemarie Weibel
Sandi Berrigan
Jonathon Peakall
Megan Collison
Robert Collison
Middle Ridge Road Residents
Tom Wodetzki
Sharon Hansen
Alix Sabin
Nancy Drooker
Joan Stevenson
Michael Stevenson
Karen McGrath
Bob McGrath
Michael McGrath
Nancy Chao
Joel Ginsberg
Virginia Reed
Lee Smith
Ron Smith
Arlene Reiss
Warren deSmidt
Larry Sawyer
Harriet Bye
Leona Walden
Hemmings submittal Hazard Mitigation Letter 3
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Toby Wade
Marylyn Motherbear Scott
Sidra Stone
Stan Thornton
Alison Trick-Thornton
Navarro Ridge Road Residents
Will Lewis
Karen Lewis
Will Tomlinson
Renee Clark
David Stein
Karen Bowers
Leonardo Bowers
Steve Heckeroth
Christiane Heckeroth
Jim Heid
Janferie Stone
Toby Molina
Kirk Kleinschmidt
Will Federico
Gary Grimm
Ann Holsberry
Victor Simon
Brooke Wilder
Kit Williams
Russ Williams
Justine Olivia Battersby
Little River Residents
Danny Hervilla
Mendocino Residents
Steve Antler
Hemmings submittal Hazard Mitigation Letter 4
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Torie JarvisFrom:Ethan E. MobleySent:Friday, October 30, 2020 7:49 AMTo:Torie JarvisSubject:FW: Albion area evacuation routesAttachments:Hazard Mitigation Letter.pdf; _evacuation-routes-and-safe-havens-for-albion-ridge,-middle-ridge-and-navarro-ridge-high-rez.jpg
And then there is this....
Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone
-------- Original message --------
From: Rick Hemmings <hemstitch@gmail.com>
Date: 10/29/20 3:36 PM (GMT-06:00)
To: "Ethan E. Mobley" <ethan@dynamicplanning.co>
Subject: Albion area evacuation routes
Hi Ethan,
We spoke about 10 days ago and you were kind enough to discuss available grants that
could help us fund our evacuation routes project. You also allowed us to submit our
public review documents a little late so they would reflect the changes that have been
made since our meeting on Tuesday with our local Fire Chief, our County Supervisor and
with local residents.
Residents on Albion Ridge and adjacent Middle Ridge have only one access route in and
one route out. Our aim is to identify, then repair the chosen escape routes to help
ensure a safe and effective emergency evacuation.
I've attached a letter which is being sent today to our local Mendocino County
Supervisor Ted Williams, as well as an attached map which shows our current
evacuation routes along with pertinent details. Please submit these two documents on
our behalf to the Mendocino Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan.
You spoke with Alix Sabin, a member of our team about a week ago. I was wondering if
we could set up a time for a 10 minute phone call that all three of us could participate
in? The purpose being to explore the possibility of disaster grants other than FEMA, that
you had mentioned to me during our initial conversation.
Thanks very much for all that you do Ethan!
Hemmings Evac Albion Ridge
2
Best regards,
Rick Hemmings
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MENDOCINO RAILWAY
Foot of Laurel Street 707 964 6371 TEL
Fort Bragg, California 95437 707 964 6428 FAX
October 19, 2020
Carmel Angelo, Chief Executive Officer
County of Mendocino
501 Low Gap Road
Ukiah, California 95482
RE: Mendocino County Multi-Hazzard Mitigation Plan
VIA EMAIL: angeloc@mendocinocounty.org
Dear Ms. Angelo:
I hope this finds you doing well.
On Friday, October 17, 2020 during the KZYX’s local news I heard an interview with Mr.
Gonzalez regarding the Mendocino County Multi-Hazzard Mitigation Plan. Mr. Gonzalez indicated that
the county was seeking feedback on the plan. During that interview no direction was given as to where
that feedback should be sent. I would appreciate you directing this to the appropriate department.
In reviewing the May 2014 Mendocino County Multi-Hazzard Mitigation Plan I see that the
railroads of Mendocino County are called out on the various maps, but nowhere else are the railroad’s
right of ways or the important roles they can play called out in the document. This is troubling and I think
Mendocino County should be using of the railroad corridors which would have immense benefits to the
health and safety of our communities.
During each of the past three years we have applied for a grant from the U.S. Department of
Transportation’s Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) program. We hoped that
BUILD funds would pay for half of the $18.8 million project, with our company paying the remainder to
reestablish a connection between Fort Bragg & Willits, improve corridor access in the event of
emergencies, and acquire significant rail mounted fire suppression equipment and storage capacities to be
staged at 8-10 spots along the route. Sadly, we were not awarded these funds.
As you know Mendocino Railway (California Western Railroad / Skunk Train) is a Class III
Common Carrier / Public Utility. As such, we remain ready to serve our communities. I believe that using
the railroad corridors as fire breaks and emergency access corridors is something with immense befits in
disaster mitigation and making our communities more resilient. I think we should find a way to
incorporate this into the revised plan.
Thank you as always for your time, and for considering the utilization of the railroad corridors.
Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions, my email is rjp@mcn.org and my phone is 707-
964-6371.
Sincerely,
MENDOCINO RAILWAY / SKUNK TRAIN
Robert J. Pinoli
Railway Mendocino County Multi Hazzard Letter to Provide Feedback (Angelo) 2020
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Survey & Results
Documentation
Appendix B.3
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MENDOCINO COUNTY
MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HAZARD
MITIGATION PLAN
2020 UPDATE
The public survey for the MJHMP is ready! Please share with your
community. Resources for sharing are available below, including graphics
and sample text.
We are initiating outreach to jurisdictional leads to begin working on
assessing vulnerability to hazards in the next couple of weeks. If you
missed the last meeting, the meeting recording and materials are available
on the meeting page. We reviewed the Risk Assessment Mapping
Platform (RAMP) and several tasks we'll work on with jurisdictions.
We are looking forward to the final meeting, #3, of the full stakeholder
group. More information below!
Planning Committee Meeting #3
HMPC Meeting 3 and Survey Introduction 1
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Wed. June 24, 2020
12 PM to 2 PM
Calendar reminder available here.
Via Zoom conference call:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89018217172
Call-in option: 669 900 6833
Meeting ID: 890 1821 7172
Meeting materials are available on the Mendocino County MJHMP page:
www.mitigatehazards.com/mendocino-county/meetings/
Project Password: Mendocino2020 (works for all log ins)
PUBLIC SURVEY NOW AVAILABLE.
Please share through your outreach avenues!
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We have many resources available to help you share the MJHMP Survey with the
public!
2 graphics that you can download.
o The above graphic is a Twitter-sized graphic available at this link.
o We also have a Facebook and other social media graphic available
at this link.
A sample story for newspapers or press releases, available here.
Sample text for various formats:
o Shortest (280 character Twitter-friendly): Help us identify risks
from hazards like wildfires, floods, & earthquakes in Mendocino
County! Participate in a short survey, be entered to win a $150
voucher for Stihl tools of your choice: https://bit.ly/2TYgCes.
o Short/ social media: We need your help to identify hazard risks in
Mendocino County! Participate in a short survey and be entered
to win a $150 voucher for Stihl tools of your choice. The
information you provide will help us identify and coordinate projects
focused on reducing the risk of injury or damage to property from
future hazard events (e.g. wildfires, floods, earthquakes). The
survey should take approximately 5 minutes to complete and is
anonymous: http://mitigatehazards.com/mendocino-county/get-
involved/.
o Longer sample text: Mendocino County is updating its multijurisdictional hazard
mitigation plan—and we need your help! Participate in a short survey and be entered to
win a $150 voucher for Stihl tools of your choice.
The County’s hazard mitigation plan, which includes municipalities and school districts via
the County Office of Education, explains prevalent hazards within the county and how
hazards may affect communities differently. Most importantly, the mitigation strategy
presented in the plan responds to the known vulnerabilities within each community and
provides prescriptions or actions to achieve the greatest reduction of natural hazard risk.
This planning effort could result in saved lives, reduced injuries, reduced property damage,
and protection for the environment in the event of a natural hazard within the County.
Over the coming months, the county stakeholders will finalize newly-developed mitigation
action strategies based upon stakeholder and public consensus. To establish public
perceptions on local hazards and mitigation strategies, the county developed a short
community survey. Anyone who completes the survey by July 31st, 2020 will be entered
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into a drawing for a chance to win a variety of donated prizes. This short survey will help
the County and participating jurisdictions prioritize mitigation actions and establish
incentives for mitigating hazards near your home.
Survey respondents will be entered to win a grand prize of a $150 Stihl power tool
voucher. Power tools are a great way to reduce vegetation around homes for wildfire
mitigation and reduce the unwieldy branches that cause damage to property or utility
outages during severe storms. For more information on the planning effort or the survey
please visit http://mitigatehazards.com/mendocino-county/get-involved/.
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The above draft map shows wildfire risk exposure for Mendocino County from Mtg #2.
Planning Partners Meeting #3 coming up!
In our third and final meeting to craft the
County's Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation
Plan (MJHMP), we are taking a deeper dive into
the development of mitigation actions that will
be ID'ed in the Plan, as well as funding those
identified actions through FEMA's Hazard
Mitigation Assistance (HMA) programs.
Draft AGENDA for the meeting:
Welcome and Introductions
Meeting #2 and Jurisdictional
Exercises, Brief Recap
Mitigation Alternatives
Setting Plan Goals
Mitigation Action Review (Draft)
Developing a Nexus to HMA Funding
Public Outreach Updates
Next Steps
June 2020
24
Background information on the MJHMP:
HMPC Meeting 3 and Survey Introduction 5
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The purpose of the Mendocino MJHMP is to reduce property losses and avoid
injury and/or casualties resulting from natural disasters. Hazard mitigation is the
use of sustained, long-term actions to reduce loss of life, personal injury, and
property damage that can result from a disaster.
For planning partners: The Plan is multi-jurisdictional in that 6 different
Mendocino County jurisdictions are participating (the County, City of Fort
Bragg, City of Point Arena, City of Ukiah, City of Willits, and the Mendocino
County Office of Education). Your jurisdiction's active participation in the update
process, as demonstrated by your attendance at this meeting, is one of FEMA's
prerequisites for Plan approval.
For stakeholders: Many of you are also included in this email list as important
stakeholders. While your participation is not required, we are happy to have you
at any of these large meetings (of which there are 3 total). We will also arrange
for hazard-specific meetings to garner more specific input on major hazards like
wildfire, flood, and earthquake. You're welcome to just participate in those
hazard-specific meetings as well.
Please let us know if you need additional information and how I can be of
assistance. I appreciate your time and consideration as always. I look forward
to seeing you at the end of the month.
Note, while we greatly prefer to meet face-to-face, due to coronavirus, the
upcoming meetings will be held via Zoom. We will hope subsequent meetings
can be in-person.
VISIT THE PROJECT PAGE TO LEARN MORE
HMPC Meeting 3 and Survey Introduction 6
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From:Nash Gonzalez <gonzalezn@mendocinocounty.org>Sent:Thursday, June 4, 2020 2:25 PMTo:Torie JarvisSubject:Mendocino Hazard Mitigation Plan Survey Ready and Mtg #3 Agenda
MENDOCINO COUNTY
MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HAZARD
MITIGATION PLAN
2020 UPDATE
The public survey for the MJHMP is ready! Please share with your
community. Resources for sharing are available below, including graphics
and sample text.
We are initiating outreach to jurisdictional leads to begin working on
assessing vulnerability to hazards in the next couple of weeks. If you
missed the last meeting, the meeting recording and materials are available
on the meeting page. We reviewed the Risk Assessment Mapping
Platform (RAMP) and several tasks we'll work on with jurisdictions.
We are looking forward to the final meeting, #3, of the full stakeholder
group. More information below!
Planning Committee Meeting #3
HMPC Meeting 3 and Survey Introduction
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Torie Jarvis
From:Nash Gonzalez <gonzalezn@mendocinocounty.org>Sent:Tuesday, June 23, 2020 8:52 AMTo:Torie JarvisSubject:Mendocino Hazard Mitigation Mtg #3 tomorrow!
MENDOCINO COUNTY
MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HAZARD
MITIGATION PLAN
2020 UPDATE
We are looking forward to the final meeting, #3, of the full stakeholder group
TOMORROW! More information below!
Planning Committee Meeting #3
Wed. June 24, 2020
12 PM to 2 PM
Calendar reminder available here.
Via Zoom conference call:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89018217172
Call-in option: 669 900 6833
Meeting ID: 890 1821 7172
Meeting materials are available on the Mendocino County MJHMP page:
www.mitigatehazards.com/mendocino-county/meetings/
Project Password: Mendocino2020 (works for all log ins)
HMPC Meeting 3 and Survey Reminder 1
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Photo shows a 2017 landslide on Hwy 101 near Leggett, https://sanfrancisco.cbslocal.com/2017/04/20/massive-landslide-shuts-down-
highway-101-in-mendocino-county/
Planning Partners Meeting #3 is tomorrow!
In our third and final meeting to craft the
County's Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation
Plan (MJHMP), we are taking a deeper dive into
the development of mitigation actions that will
be ID'ed in the Plan, as well as funding those
identified actions through FEMA's Hazard
Mitigation Assistance (HMA) programs.
AGENDA for the meeting:
Welcome and Introductions
June 2020
24
HMPC Meeting 3 and Survey Reminder 2
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Meeting #2 and Jurisdictional
Exercises, Brief Recap
Mitigation Alternatives
Setting Plan Goals
Mitigation Action Review (Draft)
Developing a Nexus to HMA Funding
Public Outreach Updates
Next Steps
REMINDER: PUBLIC SURVEY NOW
AVAILABLE.
324 responses to date!
Please share through your outreach avenues.
We have many resources available to help you share the MJHMP Survey with
the public!
HMPC Meeting 3 and Survey Reminder 3
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2 graphics that you can download.
o The above graphic is a Twitter-sized graphic available at this link .
o We also have a Facebook and other social media graphic
available at this link.
A sample story for newspapers or press releases, available here.
Sample text for various formats:
o Shortest (280 character Twitter-friendly): Help us identify risks
from hazards like wildfires, floods, & earthquakes in Mendocino
County! Participate in a short survey, be entered to win a $150
voucher for Stihl tools of your choice: https://bit.ly/2TYgCes.
o Short/ social media: We need your help to identify hazard risks
in Mendocino County! Participate in a short survey and be
entered to win a $150 voucher for Stihl tools of your choice .
The information you provide will help us identify and coordinate
projects focused on reducing the risk of injury or damage to
property from future hazard events (e.g. wildfires, floods,
earthquakes). The survey should take approximately 5 minutes to
complete and is anonymous:
http://mitigatehazards.com/mendocino-county/get-involved/.
Background information on the MJHMP:
The purpose of the Mendocino MJHMP is to reduce property losses and avoid
injury and/or casualties resulting from natural disasters. Hazard mitigation is the
use of sustained, long-term actions to reduce loss of life, personal injury, and
property damage that can result from a disaster.
For planning partners: The Plan is multi-jurisdictional in that 6 different
Mendocino County jurisdictions are participating (the County, City of Fort
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Bragg, City of Point Arena, City of Ukiah, City of Willits, and the Mendocino
County Office of Education). Your jurisdiction's active participation in the update
process, as demonstrated by your attendance at this meeting, is one of FEMA's
prerequisites for Plan approval.
For stakeholders: Many of you are also included in this email list as important
stakeholders. While your participation is not required, we are happy to have you
at any of these large meetings (of which there are 3 total). We will also arrange
for hazard-specific meetings to garner more specific input on major hazards like
wildfire, flood, and earthquake. You're welcome to just participate in those
hazard-specific meetings as well.
Please let us know if you need additional information and how I can be of
assistance. I appreciate your time and consideration as always. I look forward
to seeing you at the end of the month.
Note, while we greatly prefer to meet face-to-face, due to coronavirus, the
upcoming meetings will be held via Zoom. We will hope subsequent meetings
can be in-person.
VISIT THE PROJECT PAGE TO LEARN MORE
HMPC Meeting 3 and Survey Reminder 5
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Torie Jarvis
From:Nash Gonzalez <gonzalezn@mendocinocounty.org>Sent:Tuesday, June 23, 2020 8:52 AMTo:Torie JarvisSubject:Mendocino Hazard Mitigation Mtg #3 tomorrow!
MENDOCINO COUNTY
MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HAZARD
MITIGATION PLAN
2020 UPDATE
We are looking forward to the final meeting, #3, of the full stakeholder group
TOMORROW! More information below!
Planning Committee Meeting #3
Wed. June 24, 2020
12 PM to 2 PM
Calendar reminder available here.
Via Zoom conference call:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89018217172
Call-in option: 669 900 6833
Meeting ID: 890 1821 7172
Meeting materials are available on the Mendocino County MJHMP page:
www.mitigatehazards.com/mendocino-county/meetings/
Project Password: Mendocino2020 (works for all log ins)
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376 responses
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64 responses
Stopping logging and controlled burns around here was one of the largest mistakes of
this county/state! Unfortunately people that didn't deserve to had to lose everything they
had and some even lost their lives. What a shame!
test
Protection = better planning by govt agencies, $ for emergency services, incentives that
consider people of all means
Mitigation = local emergency drills, Spanish language outreach, $ to all parts of the
county to improve roads & communications
There is a need for clear accessible information in English and Spanish on how to
prepare, and a way to distribute it. Perhaps the front of the free ad papers that come to
every household. Most people don't seem to have a clue. Teaching the kids too!
Please stop Pigs, Greed, and Extortion (PG&E) from shutting off power to the coast for
inland "possible wind events" because they are scared sh!tless about lawsuit
probabilities. Or fund Coasties to get on solar power for our autonomy and security.
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327 responsesDewmsz@gmail.comasoost5@icloud.comLighthousepeddler@mcn.orgwhittfam8@gmail.comDustinpedrotti@gmail.comTahelnbak@gmail.comDanavogele@gmail.com
Jacob@mendocinotransit.org
brian@dynamicplanning.co
376 responses
Willits
Ukiah
Fort Bragg
Point Arena
Unincorporated Mendocino…
Redwood Valley
Redwood Valley
Gualala
1/5
9.8%
26.1%
19.1%
28.7%
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376 responses
Yes
No
Did not have an option
Can't remember14.1%
31.6%
50.8%
Yes
No
21%
79%
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375 responses
0 50 100 150 200
Flooding (including
from a river, local…
Wildfire
Dam Failure
Drought (agricultural or
domestic)
Severe Weather –
Winter (extremely low
…
Pandemic
None of the above.
PSPS
Power outage
Wildfire did not directly
damage our ho…
Food availability
Wildfire caused air
pollution
Pasture dry grass next
to our home and …
High winds
Smoke from fires in
other areas
Wild pigs
Homeless burning us
out, we live along …
trees falling on house
during storms
prolonged power
outages
Trees in power lines
We just recently moved
to the current h…
Hazardous trees fling
or breaking
High Wind Event
Power outage
44 (11.7%)
166 (44.3%)
142 (37.9%)
2 (0.5%)
16 (4.3%)
169 (45.1%)
31 (8.3%)
172 (45.9%)
72 (19.2%)
7 (1.9%)
199 (53.
37 (9.9%)
2 (0.5%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
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376 responses
Yes
No
Somewhat33.5%
60.4%
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369 responses
0 100 200 300
homeowners / renters
insuranc…
Installed alternate
power supply; gener…
Installed low flow water
devices for sh…
Prepared emergency
supplies.
Earthquake bracing
installed gutter guards
Made go bags, made a
community fire gro…
purchased N95 mask
Signed up for
emergency
notifications v…
Earthquake tiedowns
Fire sprinklers on my
roof
Emergency supply
container
Amateur Radio
Insulated pipes
created neighborhood
fire safe council;…
Created FSC in our
neighborhood
Giant survival kit
Spoke with contractors
earthquake retrofit the
house foundation
hot water heater straps
Extra Structural
supports for home,
W…
284 (77%)
73 (19.8%)
272 (73.7%)
191 (51.8%)
143 (38.8%)
34 (9.2%)
188 (50.9%)
12 (3.3%)
33 (8.9%)
3 (0.8%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
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376 responses
0 100 200 300
Low Interest home
improvement loans
"Rebate" programs or
reimbursement of u…
Technical assistance; for
renters and h…
Building Permit Fee
Waiver
If the city would waive all
permits if …
Community training and
resource sharing…
Would have been nice to
have fees waive…
Not including safety
improvements on ta…
Anything besides raising
property taxes…
Lower property tax
Lower taxes
assistance with brush
removal along the…
mentorship of how to do
diy projects
122 (32.4%)
154 (41%)
235 (62.5%)
238 (63.3%)
144 (38.3%)
174 (46.3%)
185 (49.2%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
1 (0.3%)
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Mendocino County
Multi-Jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation Plan
CITY OF UKIAH (UK)
Municipal Participating Jurisdiction Annex
Section 1. City of Ukiah ......................................................................................................................... 1-1
1.1 Purpose ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 1-1
1.2 Planning Methodology .................................................................................................................................................................. 1-1
1.3 What’s New ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 1-2
1.3.1 Mitigation Successes ........................................................................................................................................................... 1-2
1.4 Risk Assessment ............................................................................................................................................................................ 1-4
1.4.1 Hazard Screening Criteria ................................................................................................................................................. 1-4
1.4.2 Hazard Risk Ranking ........................................................................................................................................................... 1-6
1.4.3 Vulnerability Assessment ................................................................................................................................................. 1-7
1.5 Mitigation Strategy ..................................................................................................................................................................... 1-24
1.5.1 Capabilities Assessment ................................................................................................................................................. 1-24
1.5.2 Mitigation Actions ..............................................................................................................................................................1-30
List of Figures
Figure 1-1: City of Ukiah Location ................................................................................................................................................... 1-2
Figure 1-2: City of Ukiah Risk Assessment ................................................................................................................................. 1-8
Figure 1-3: City of Ukiah Dam Inundation ................................................................................................................................... 1-9
Figure 1-4: City of Ukiah M7.4 Maacama Garberville Scenario Earthquake Exposure Summary ...................... 1-10
Figure 1-5: City of Ukiah M7.8 N. San Andreas -N. Coast -Peninsula – SC MTN ........................................................ 1-11
Figure 1-6: City of Ukiah FEMA Flood Risk Exposure ........................................................................................................... 1-12
Figure 1-7: City of Ukiah Mean Fire Return Interval ............................................................................................................. 1-13
Figure 1-8: City of Ukiah Wildfire Risk Exposure Snapshot ............................................................................................... 1-14
Figure 1-9: Drought Timeline for Russian Watershed .......................................................................................................... 1-15
Figure 1-10: Guidance for Problem Statements ....................................................................................................................... 1-19
Figure 1-11: Mitigation Action Key ................................................................................................................................................1-30
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List of Tables
Table 1-1: Planning Committee Members .................................................................................................................................... 1-1
Table 1-2: Completed Mitigation Actions .....................................................................................................................................1-3
Table 1-3: County Hazard Prioritization (Vol. 1) ......................................................................................................................... 1-5
Table 1-4: Document Review Crosswalk ..................................................................................................................................... 1-6
Table 1-5: Drought Classifications and Impacts ...................................................................................................................... 1-15
Table 1-6: NFIP Status Table ........................................................................................................................................................... 1-18
Table 1-7: Problem Statements ....................................................................................................................................................... 1-19
Table 1-8: City of Ukiah Planning and Regulatory Mitigation Capabilities ................................................................. 1-25
Table 1-9: Administrative and Technical Capabilities ......................................................................................................... 1-27
Table 1-10: Fiscal Capabilities Summary ................................................................................................................................... 1-28
Table 1-11: Education / Outreach Capabilities Summary .................................................................................................... 1-29
Table 1-12. City of Ukiah Mitigation Actions ............................................................................................................................ 1-31
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Section 1. City of Ukiah
1.1 Purpose
This Annex details the hazard mitigation planning elements specific to the City of Ukiah. This Annex is
not intended to be a standalone document but appends to and supplements the information contained in
the base plan document. As such, all sections of the base plan, including the planning process and other
procedural requirements apply to and were met by the City of Ukiah. This Annex provides additional
information specific to the City of Ukiah, with a focus on providing additional details on the planning
process, risk assessment, and mitigation strategy for this community.
Hazard Mitigation Plan Point of Contact
Primary Point of Contact Alternate Point of Contact
Tami Bartolomei, Office of Emergency
Management Coordinator
City of Ukiah
300 Seminary Avenue,
Ukiah, CA 95482
Telephone: (707) 467-5765
e-mail Address: tbartolemei@cityofukiah.com
Craig Schlatter, Community Development Director
City of Ukiah
300 Seminary Avenue,
Ukiah, CA 95482
Telephone: (707) 463-6219
e-mail Address: cschlatter@cityofukiah.com
1.2 Planning Methodology
The City of Ukiah followed the planning process detailed in Volume 1, Section 3, including participating in
the County Hazard Mitigation Planning Committee (HMPC) and Steering Committee and formulating their
own internal planning team to support the broader planning process. Internal planning participants, their
positions, and how they participated in the planning process are shown in Table 1-1.
Table 1-1: Planning Committee Members
Planning Committee Members Department
Tami Bartolomei Office of Emergency Management
Craig Schlatter Community Development
Douglas Hutchison Ukiah Valley Fire Authority
Greg Owen Ukiah Municipal Airport Manager
Justin Wyatt Police Department
Sage Sangiacomo City Manager
Tim Eriksen Public Works
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Figure 1-1: City of Ukiah Location
1.3 What’s New
The City of Ukiah has been making improvements toward reducing natural hazard risks to life and
property since the existing MJHMP was adopted.
The City reevaluated previous mitigation actions, including considerations of progress made on mitigation
efforts, and retained them as pending or ongoing in Table 1‑11; no table for cancelled mitigation actions is
included. Completed mitigation actions are described in Table 1-2.
1.3.1 Mitigation Successes
Table 1-2 displays multiple important mitigation actions that have been completed by the City of Ukiah.
The success story below further documents Ukiah’s successful mitigation efforts to date.
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Table 1-2: Completed Mitigation Actions
Mitigation No. Hazard
Type
Status Year Primary
Agency
Title/Description Responsible
Party
ma-EQ-UK-80 Earthquake Completed 2008 City of Ukiah Strengthen, abate, or downgrade in
occupancy, any structures that are
owned or leased by Mendocino County
or incorporated communities that do
not meet the California Building Code
(CBC) requirements for seismic safety or
the California Codes Essential Services
Building Act.
ma-FL-UK-79 Flood Completed 2008 City of Ukiah Public Works has a long-term
maintenance plan in place and routinely
conducts storm culvert, creek and
vegetation management.
ma-FL-UK-81 Flood Completed 2008 City of Ukiah Public Works has upgraded both the
Water treatment and Wastewater
treatment facilities, and has letters of
modified flood correction on file with
FEMA.
ma-WF-UK-61 Wildfire Completed 2014 City of Ukiah Develop a community wildfire
mitigation plan that identifies and
prioritizes areas for hazard fuel
reduction treatments, and recommend
the types of methods of treatments.
City Fire
ma-WF-UK-82 Wildfire Completed 2008 City of Ukiah The Fire Marshall provides regular
public outreach on wild land interface
dangers, and the City Council adopted
new building standards for the High Fire
Hazard Severity Zone.
SUCCESS STORY 1: Ukiah Wildfire Prevention
Initiative
In 2019, the City of Ukiah began an effort to
increase wildfire mitigation capabilities. The City
began conducting inspections in the region to
identify any fire prone areas. They also conducted
outreach by consulting local homeowners about
their knowledge of fire safety issues and
experiences with wildfire in the area.
During the same period, the City began creating a number of Fire Safe Councils in and around the city.
These Fire Safe Councils mapped non-ambulatory neighborhood residences. The Mendocino County Fire
Safe Council, in particular, is managing the Ukiah Valley Fire Fuels Reduction Project. The Projects
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objective is to reduce fire fuels by performing roadside clearing, creating shaded fuel breaks, and holding
neighborhood chipper days.
An additional collaboration between the County, the City, Ukiah Valley Fire Authority, Mendocino County
Fire Safe Council and CalFire included vegetation management, shaded fuel breaks at the base of the
western hills and ridgetop fire breaks in critical locations to reduce wildfire intensity and rate of spread
around the City of Ukiah and surrounding communities.
1.4 Risk Assessment
The intent of this section is to profile the City of Ukiah’s hazards and assess the City’s vulnerabilities,
distinct from that of the County-wide planning area. The hazard profiles in Volume 1 discuss overall
impacts to the planning area and describes the hazard problem description, hazard extent,
magnitude/severity, previous occurrences of hazard events and the likelihood of future occurrences. For
more information on Risk Assessment Methodologies, see Vol. 1 and Appendix A.
1.4.1 Hazard Screening Criteria
Planning Team members from each participating jurisdiction collectively discussed which hazards should
be profiled in the Plan and which should not. The results of that discussion can be found in Table 1-3.
Detailed hazard profiles of the most significant County-wide hazards are described in Section 4 of
Volume 1. The Planning Team reviewed previously-prepared hazard mitigation plans and other relevant
documents to determine the realm of natural hazards that have the potential to affect City of Ukiah. Table
1-4 provides a crosswalk of hazards identified in Vol. 1 of this plan, City of Ukiah General Plan, and 2018
California State Hazard Mitigation Plan. The crosswalk was used to develop a preliminary hazards list,
providing a framework for the Planning Team members to evaluate which hazards were truly relevant to
City of Ukiah and which ones were not. Section 0 below describes the hazard risk ranking process that
was performed by the planning team which prioritized hazards that are specifically relevant to City of
Ukiah.
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Table 1-3: County Hazard Prioritization (Vol. 1)
Hazard Type Explanation
Climate Change High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Dam/ Levee failure High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Drought High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Earthquake/ Geologic Hazards High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Flood High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Hazardous Material While hazardous materials can release and impact the County, there
are better avenues to address this hazard outside this plan.
High Winds/ Straight Line Winds High priority county-wide, profiled as part of Severe Weather.
Insect Hazards While hazardous insects exist in Mendocino County, this was not
considered a priority and is not profiled in this plan.
Pandemic Disease High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Severe Weather, including: High priority county-wide for heavy wind and heavy rain.
Extreme Heat Not a priority as extreme weather event, discussed as climate change
impact.
Hail Hail events are rare in Mendocino County and not profiled in this
plan.
High Wind Profiled as part of Severe Weather hazard.
Heavy Rain Profiled as part of Severe Weather hazard.
Fog While fog events do occur within Mendocino County, they are rare
and are not considered a priority.
Lightning Not a priority as an extreme weather event; discussed as source of
wildfire.
Severe Thunderstorm Severe thunderstorms were not identified as a priority in this plan.
Winter Storm / Extreme Cold/
Freeze Events
While winter storms are present in Mendocino County, they were not
identified as a priority for this plan.
Slope Failure High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Soil Hazards High priority county-wide, profiled hazard (includes erosion and
naturally-occurring asbestos).
Terrorism/Human Caused Threats
While terrorism is certainly a threat to the County and participating
jurisdictions, it is best addressed in other plans as this HMP does not
address human-caused threats.
Tornado Impacts to the County from tornados are extremely unlikely, if any.
Volcanic Activity Due to distance from volcanoes and the limited chance of an
eruption, this hazard was not identified as a priority.
Wildfire High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
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Table 1-4: Document Review Crosswalk
Hazards
2014 Mendocino County
MJHMP
1995 City
of
Ukiah
General
Plan
2009 Mendocino County
General Plan
2018 California State
HMP
Agricultural Pests ■ ■
Climate Change ■ ■
Dam Failure ■ ■ ■
Drought ■ ■ ■ ■
Earthquake ■ ■ ■ ■
Flood ■ ■ ■ ■
Insect Hazards ■
Landslide ■ ■ ■
Levee Failure ■* ■
Manmade Hazards ■ ■
Pandemic Disease ■ ■
Sea Level Rise ■
Severe Weather ■
Soil Hazards ■** ■
Terrorism & Tech Hazards ■
Tsunami ■ ■ ■
Volcano ■
Wildfire ■*** ■ ■ ■
* included as part of dam failure
** included naturally occurring asbestos
*** included urban conflagration
1.4.2 Hazard Risk Ranking
The City of Ukiah’s Planning Team used the same hazard prioritization process as the Mendocino County
Planning Committee. This process is described in detail in Section 4.3.1 of Vol. 1. Figure 1-2 displays the
results of the hazard risk ranking exercise that was performed by the Planning Team. The Planning Team
chose to assess City of Ukiah’s vulnerability to following hazards:
▪ Dam Failure ▪ Earthquake ▪ Flood ▪ Drought
▪ Climate Change ▪ Pandemic ▪ Wildfire
All of these hazards have been profiled in Vol. 1 of this document. The purpose of this annex to specifically
address City of Ukiah’s vulnerability to these specifically-identified hazards.
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1.4.3 Vulnerability Assessment
Assessing vulnerabilities exposes the unique characteristics of individual hazards and begins the process
of narrowing down which areas within City of Ukiah are vulnerable to specific hazard events. The
vulnerability assessment considered unique local knowledge of hazards and impacts and a GIS overlaying
method for examining such vulnerabilities more in depth. Using these methods, participating jurisdictions
estimated vulnerable populations, infrastructure, and potential losses from hazards.
1.4.3.1 Risk Assessment
Each participating jurisdiction developed a risk matrix that assessed the probability and impact of various
hazards within the jurisdiction. Figure 1-2 is the jurisdiction’s risk assessment, which was completed in
part using the web based and interactive Risk Assessment Mapping Platform (RAMP), accessed via the
project website at www.mitigatehazards.com. RAMP allows interactive discovery of robust risk,
vulnerability, and exposure data developed especially for Mendocino County. RAMP is a mapping platform
built specifically for mitigation planning. It displays County/jurisdiction facilities and buildings overlaid
with natural hazards layers to bring interactivity and individual discovery to the GIS analysis performed
for the MJHMP. See Vol. 1 for a detailed description of RAMP. The Planning Team used RAMP in meetings
and as needed to understand vulnerabilities to City of Ukiah. Users interactively filter facilities and
buildings by natural hazard zones and/or construction characteristics.
1.4.3.2 Snapshot Exposure Maps
The included snapshot maps, displayed below in Figure 1-3 through Figure 1-9, illustrate City of Ukiah’s
vulnerability to specific hazards. Figures include:
▪ Figure 1-3: City of Ukiah Dam Inundation
▪ Figure 1-4: City of Ukiah M7.4 Maacama Garberville Scenario Earthquake Exposure Summary
▪ Figure 1-5: City of Ukiah M7.8 N. San Andreas -N. Coast -Peninsula – SC MTN
▪ Figure 1-6: City of Ukiah FEMA Flood Risk Exposure
▪ Figure 1-7: City of Ukiah Mean Fire Return Interval
▪ Figure 1-8: City of Ukiah Wildfire Risk Exposure Snapshot
▪ Figure 1-9: Drought Timeline for Russian Watershed
Based on the above risk assessment, the snapshot maps focus on those hazards prioritized by the
jurisdiction. These maps helped the Planning Team understand the exposure of population, parcels, and
critical infrastructure to specific hazards. Each map contains an exposure summary that displays the
percent of the population, the improvement and content value of parcels, and the amount of critical
infrastructure that is exposed to each respective hazard.
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Figure 1-2: City of Ukiah Risk Assessment
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Figure 1-3: City of Ukiah Dam Inundation
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Figure 1-4: City of Ukiah M7.4 Maacama Garberville Scenario Earthquake Exposure Summary
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Figure 1-5: City of Ukiah M7.8 N. San Andreas -N. Coast -Peninsula – SC MTN
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Figure 1-6: City of Ukiah FEMA Flood Risk Exposure
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Figure 1-7: City of Ukiah Mean Fire Return Interval
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Figure 1-8: City of Ukiah Wildfire Risk Exposure Snapshot
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Table 1-5: Drought Classifications and Impacts
Category Description Possible Impacts
D0
Abnormally Dry ▪ Going into drought, short term dryness, slowing planting, growth of crops or
pastures.
▪ Coming out of drought, some lingering water deficits and pasture or crops not fully
recovered.
D1
Moderate
Drought
▪ Some damage to crops, pastures
▪ Streams, reservoirs, or wells low, some water shortages developing or imminent
▪ Voluntary water-use restrictions requested
D2
Severe Drought ▪ Crop or pasture losses likely
▪ Water shortages common
▪ Water restrictions imposed
D3 Extreme
Drought
▪ Major crop/ pasture losses
▪ Widespread water shortages or restrictions
D4 Exceptional
Drought
▪ Exceptional and widespread crop/ pasture losses
▪ Shortages of water in reservoirs, streams, and wells creating water
Adapted from U.S. Drought Monitor Drought Classifications and Impacts
Figure 1-9: Drought Timeline for Russian Watershed
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1.4.3.3 Past and Future Development
The City of Ukiah is a general law city that crafts its own development regulations and is subject to State
law. Future development is subject to compliance with State of California planning, zoning, subdivision,
and architecture laws.
The GP is designed to help the City address issues related to land use, circulation (traffic), housing, open
space, conservation, noise, and safety. The Land Use portion of the plan helps guide the City in determining
the location of future development(s), including possible future annexation. In addition to the GP, the City
has other plans that guide development in specific areas, including specific plans, policy plans, and master
plans. These plans help to shape future development and dictate the City’s Sphere of Influence (SOI). One
of the central functions in these planning documents is to decrease risk of impact from natural hazards.
While growth has occurred in hazard areas in the past, increasing hazard risks to some degree, those risks
are also decreased by development standards and plan requirements that serve to mitigate or avoid those
risks. Problematic development generally occurred many decades ago, and thus much of this HMP focuses
on retrofits or replacements from that older construction.
The City of Ukiah is required to update building codes to meet the minimum standards to those required
in the California Building Code last updated in 2019. California Building Codes provide some of the safest
construction standards in the world and are meant to reduce risk to occupants from high wind, seismic
activity, landslides, flood, wildfire, and other natural hazards. In addition to California minimum develop
standards, all jurisdictions belong to the NFIP, as such, all development must meet minimum flood
protection standards set forth by FEMA. See Section 4.3.5 of Volume 1 for more information about past and
future development in Mendocino County.
As the General Plan is updated and incorporates information from this HMP, City of Ukiah staff are
continually improving hazard information through these hazard mitigation plan updates. With this 2020
update, improved online mapping about natural hazards available on RAMP will inform those responsible
for future development to make better decisions where and how future development occurs.
City of Ukiah reviewed its general plans under the capability assessments undertaken for this hazard
mitigation plan in Section 1.5.1. Deficiencies revealed by these reviews are identified as mitigation actions
to decrease risks to move beyond past trends.
The City’s municipal codes includes regulations to mitigate the impact of hazards on new and existing
development, including:
▪ Drainage and stormwater retention requirements,
▪ Steep slope restrictions for new development,
▪ Waterbody buffer requirements,
▪ Floodplain management regulations,
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▪ Zoning that prevents development in hazardous areas of the community such as floodplains,
landslide areas, the wildland-urban interface (WUI), or other known hazard areas, and
▪ Building codes that include the most up-to-date California Fire Code, seismic standards, and many
other provisions crafted to protect new construction from hazard events.
The City of Ukiah is largely already built out and development is severely limited and regulated in hazard
areas. Even in the event that limited development did occur within a hazard area, the municipal code
should ensure impacts from a hazard event are mitigated and losses are minimal. If developme nt does
occur in hazard areas, evacuation and emergency planning should take into consideration the anticipated
local impacts of the hazard event, including potential interrupted services or the elimination of access.
The City has seen an uptick in development activity since 2015, as measured by the number of building
permits issued. This could reflect an increased rate of growth but is also premature to mark a clear trend.
The anticipated growth in the City will not cause significant change in vulnerability to the City for
identified priority hazards.
1.4.3.3.1 National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)
The NFIP makes federally backed flood insurance available to homeowners, renters, and business owners
in participating communities. FEMA has prepared a detailed Flood Insurance Study (FIS) for Mendocino
County and municipalities. The study presents water surface elevations for floods of various magnitudes,
including the 1-percent annual chance flood and the 0.2-percent annual chance flood (the 500-YR flood).
Base flood elevations and the boundaries of the 100- and 500-YR floodplains are shown on Flood Insurance
Rate Maps (FIRMs), which are the principle tool for identifying the extent and location of the flood hazard.
FIRMs are the most detailed and consistent data source available, and for many communities they
represent the minimum area of oversight under their floodplain management program. See Section 4 of
Volume 1 for general information on the NFIP.
The City of Ukiah has participated in the NFIP since 1982. City of Ukiah is currently in good standing with
the provisions of the NFIP. Compliance is monitored by FEMA regional staff and by the California
Department of Water Resources under a contract with FEMA. Maintaining compliance under the NFIP is
an important component of flood risk reduction. See Table 1-6 for more information on the City’s policies
and historic flood insurance claims.
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Table 1-6: NFIP Status Table
NFIP Status Participating since 07/19/82
Policies in Force 257
Policies in SFHA 227
Policies in non-SFHA 30
Total Claims Paid 61
Paid Losses $1,126,463.00
Repetitive Loss Properties 1
Severe Repetitive Loss Properties 0
Repetitive Loss Payment by NFIP on Building $1,755.30
Repetitive Loss Payment by NFIP on Contents N/D
See Volume 1, Section 4.5 for more information on the NFIP.
1.4.3.4 Identify Hazard Problem Statements
As part of the mitigation action identification process, the Planning Committee for each jurisdiction
identified areas of concern (aka problem statements) for their respective facilities based on the risk
assessment and vulnerability analysis, utilizing the RAMP mapping and static snapshot maps. Problem
statements focused on the impact, victim, or threat that the hazard could create in the jurisdiction, as
described in Figure 1-10. Identifying common issues and weaknesses through these problem statements
assisted the Planning Committee in understanding the realm of resources needed for mitigation.
Jurisdiction problem statements are listed in Table 1-7.
The goal is to have at least one mitigation action for every problem statement. Projects or actions have
been developed to mitigate each problem identified. See Table 1-12 for a full list of mitigation actions and
corresponding problem statements that they address. Each problem statement is coded with a problem
number for cross-referencing between Table 1-7 and Table 1-12.
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Figure 1-10: Guidance for Problem Statements
Table 1-7: Problem Statements
Problem
No.
Hazard Area of
Concern
Mitigation
Alternatives
Primary
Agency
Problem Description Related MA
ps-AH-UK-
147
All Hazard Impact ES -
Emergency
Services , SP -
Structural
Projects
City of
Ukiah
Only 1 fire station (Central) has backup
power
ma-AH-UK-
276
ps-AH-UK-
165
All Hazard Victim PRV -
Prevention , ES
- Emergency
Services
City of
Ukiah
Adventist Health Ukiah Valley may not
have enough generators for amount of
ventilators needed to respond to
pandemic.
ma-AH-UK-
276
ps-AH-UK-
166
All Hazard Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection , ES
- Emergency
Services , SP -
Structural
Projects
City of
Ukiah
Loss of power from a second hazard
event (flood, wildfire, earthquake),
hospitals and critical elderly care
facilities need back up generators.
ma-AH-UK-
276
ps-CC-UK-
170
Climate
Change
Impact PRV -
Prevention
City of
Ukiah
City parks and golf courses currently
use treated drinking water for
irrigation (also drought)
ma-DR-UK-64,
ma-CC-UK-
297
ps-CC-UK-
171
Climate
Change
Impact PRV -
Prevention
City of
Ukiah
Loss of hydroelectric power during
drought (hydro = 35% of City’s supply).
City could use additional energy
storage and local electric production to
address this power loss. (also drought)
ma-DR-UK-64
IMPACT
Casualties
Property Damage
Business Interruption
Financial Loss
Environmental Contamination
VICTIM
School Children in Hazard High
Hazard Areas
Care Facilities in High Hazard
Area
Vulnerable Population Exposed to
hazards
THREAT
Increased Fuels due to drought
Hotter, drier climates
More Intense Storms
Impervious surfaces = greater
runoff
Increases of Invasive Species
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Problem
No.
Hazard Area of
Concern
Mitigation
Alternatives
Primary
Agency
Problem Description Related MA
ps-DF-UK-
172
Dam Failure Impact PRV -
Prevention , ES
- Emergency
Services , SP -
Structural
Projects
City of
Ukiah
PGE and City of Ukiah Electric Utility
substations in dam inundation zone.
Critical facilities in dam inundation
include water and wastewater
treatment plants.
ma-AH-UK-
276, ma-AH-
UK-70
ps-DF-UK-
173
Dam Failure Victim PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness , ES
- Emergency
Services
City of
Ukiah
Reverse 911 capabilities needed to
improve critical response times to
prevent loss of human life.
ma-DF-UK-73,
ma-DF-MC-
199
ps-DF-UK-
174
Dam Failure Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection , SP
- Structural
Projects
City of
Ukiah
Like flood, loss of power from dam
inundation as transformers need to
shut down with 8’ of water covering
ground.
ma-AH-UK-
276
ps-DR-UK-
175
Drought Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
NRP - Natural
Resource
Protection , SP
- Structural
Projects
City of
Ukiah
City parks and golf courses currently
use treated drinking water for
irrigation (also climate change)
ma-DR-UK-64,
ma-CC-UK-
297
ps-EQ-UK-
144
Earthquake Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection , SP
- Structural
Projects
City of
Ukiah
Critical facilities in the violent shake
zone for Maacama/ Garberville include
water and wastewater treatment
plants, statefairgrounds, and the fire
stations. May not be properly
retrofitted or with inside bracing.
ma-EQ-UK-77,
ma-EQ-UK-
278
ps-EQ-UK-
145
Earthquake Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection , SP
- Structural
Projects
City of
Ukiah
At least 3 groundwater pumping wells
may not function post-earthquake.
ma-EQ-UK-77
ps-EQ-UK-
146
Earthquake Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection , ES
- Emergency
Services
City of
Ukiah
Fire Stations do not meet seismic req’s
for emergency/ essential facilties.
Talmage Fire Station at high risk and is
a converted warehouse/ commercial
facility that does not likely have any
earthquake bracing or retrofitting
ma-EQ-UK-77,
ma-EQ-UK-
278
ps-EQ-UK-
148
Earthquake Victim PPRO -
Property
Protection , SP
- Structural
Projects
City of
Ukiah
Downtown Ukiah has many
unreinforced masonry (URM) buildings
ma-EQ-UK-
277, ma-EQ-
UK-280, ma-
AH-UK-70
ps-EQ-UK-
149
Earthquake Victim PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness
City of
Ukiah
Residential renters in upstairs
apartments in older URM buildings
may not be aware of earthquake
vulnerability
ma-EQ-UK-
280
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Problem
No.
Hazard Area of
Concern
Mitigation
Alternatives
Primary
Agency
Problem Description Related MA
ps-EQ-UK-
150
Earthquake Victim PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness , SP
- Structural
Projects
City of
Ukiah
Many residential and commercial
buildings in Ukiah are likely soft floor
construction.
ma-EQ-UK-
277
ps-FL-UK-
157
Flood Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection , SP
- Structural
Projects
City of
Ukiah
Recent flooding destroyed water
treatment storage bays, damaged perc
ponds for water treatment.
ma-FL-UK-75
ps-FL-UK-
158
Flood Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection , ES
- Emergency
Services , SP -
Structural
Projects
City of
Ukiah
Loss of access to neighborhoods during
flood events (Vichy Springs, Talmadge).
ma-WS-UK-62,
ma-FL-UK-78,
ma-FL-UK-
275, ma-AH-
UK-70
ps-FL-UK-
159
Flood Victim PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
NRP - Natural
Resource
Protection
City of
Ukiah
Residents in the Oak Manor region
currently experience repetitive losses
and regular flooding and power losses
ma-WS-UK-62,
ma-FL-UK-76,
ma-FL-UK-275
ps-FL-UK-
160
Flood Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
NRP - Natural
Resource
Protection
City of
Ukiah
PG&E substation and a number of City
of Ukiah Electric Utility pad mount
facilities located in floodplain (near
Oak Manor neighborhood).
ma-WS-UK-62
ps-FL-UK-
161
Flood Victim PRV -
Prevention ,
PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness
City of
Ukiah
Residents along tributaries to the
Russian River on west side of town
regularly experience loss of power due
to inundation of transformers and
necessary “powering down.”
ma-WS-UK-62
ps-FL-UK-
162
Flood Threat PPRO -
Property
Protection , SP
- Structural
Projects
City of
Ukiah
Mudflows from tributaries west of town
regularly create debris piles and block
stormwater drainage, exacerbating
impact from flood events.
ma-WS-UK-62
ps-PN-UK-
167
Pandemic Victim PPRO -
Property
Protection , ES
- Emergency
Services , SP -
Structural
Projects
City of
Ukiah
Need for additional sheltering locations
in event of pandemic social distancing
needs paired with another hazard
event (flood, wildfire, earthquake).
ma-PN-UK-
282, ma-PN-
UK-283
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Problem
No.
Hazard Area of
Concern
Mitigation
Alternatives
Primary
Agency
Problem Description Related MA
ps-PN-UK-
168
Pandemic Victim PPRO -
Property
Protection , ES
- Emergency
Services , SP -
Structural
Projects
City of
Ukiah
Utilities and critical facilities may not
have adequate fresh air/ ventilation to
be appropriate for essential work
during pandemic.
ma-PN-UK-281
ps-PN-UK-
169
Pandemic Threat PPRO -
Property
Protection , ES
- Emergency
Services , SP -
Structural
Projects
City of
Ukiah
Community center/ evacuation center
does not have adequate staffing space
or structural barriers from public
interaction to be used safely during
pandemic.
ma-PN-UK-
282
ps-WF-UK-
151
Wildfire Victim PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
NRP - Natural
Resource
Protection , ES
- Emergency
Services , SP -
Structural
Projects
City of
Ukiah
Limited access exists to get above the
residences if wildfire starts west of
town.
ma-AH-UK-70,
ma-WF-UK-
289
ps-WF-UK-
152
Wildfire Victim PPRO -
Property
Protection , ES
- Emergency
Services , SP -
Structural
Projects
City of
Ukiah
City has limited fire department
staffing and response ability
ma-WF-UK-60,
ma-WF-UK-74,
ma-AH-UK-70,
ma-WF-UK-
289, ma-WF-
UK-296
ps-WF-UK-
153
Wildfire Victim PRV -
Prevention ,
PPRO -
Property
Protection , SP
- Structural
Projects
City of
Ukiah
Sparks from wildfire can enter
westside where many older wooden
construction home are located,
creating urban conflagration.
ma-WF-UK-74,
ma-WF-UK-
296
ps-WF-UK-
154
Wildfire Victim PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness , ES
- Emergency
Services
City of
Ukiah
Current hazard shelters are located
within City limits; in major fire event
evacuees would need to leave City
limits.
ma-WF-UK-
285
ps-WF-UK-
155
Wildfire Threat PRV -
Prevention ,
NRP - Natural
Resource
Protection
City of
Ukiah
Capacity to enforce and conduct
inspections of debris and weed
abatement limited within City limits.
ma-WF-UK-60,
ma-WF-UK-74,
ma-AH-UK-70,
ma-WF-UK-
289
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1.4.3.5 Mitigation Action Support Tool (MAST)
As a living document, hazard problem statements and mitigation activities will be updated through a web
interface application developed specifically for participating jurisdictions. The Mitigation Action Support
Tool (MAST) is accessible through https://mitigatehazards.com/mendocino-county/.
MAST is a web-based interactive tool that enables multiple users to search, view, enter, and update
mitigation actions, ideas or projects, and other information. MAST provides participating jurisdictions and
plan reviewers (Cal OES/FEMA) access to valuable mitigation information that can be leveraged by future
planning or other risk reduction efforts within the County. Participating jurisdictions can update the status
of their mitigation projects throughout the planning lifecycle, and this web-based tool will improve
participating jurisdiction’s ability to apply for FEMA’s Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA) grant programs
including initial grant application processes through Cal OES.
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1.5 Mitigation Strategy
The mitigation strategy is the guidebook to future hazard mitigation administration, capturing the key
outcomes of the MJHMP planning process. The mitigation strategy is intended to reduce vulnerabilities
outlined in the previous section (a.k.a. problem statements) with a prescription of policies and physical
projects. These mitigation actions should be compatible with existing planning mechanisms and should
outline specific roles and resources for implementation success.
1.5.1 Capabilities Assessment
This section examines the planning and regulatory, administrative, technical, financial, educational, and
outreach capabilities to augment known issues and weaknesses from identified natural hazards.
Capabilities assessments include considerations of a community’s adaptive capacity for climate change,
as outlined in Cal OES’ 2020 California Adaptation Planning Guide. Adaptive capacity is a community or
region’s existing ability to moderate climate change impacts. Assessing adaptive capacity includes
analysis of policies, plans, programs, funding, and staffing capacity. (Cal. Adaptation Planning Guide, 2020,
p. 94)
The tables in this section explore various local planning mechanisms, administrative capacity, financial
capabilities, and education and outreach initiatives. The columns in each table represent deeper dives into
the following questions:
▪ Is the existing planning or regulatory mechanism used currently? (Column 1, Status)
▪ Has the HMP been integrated into the planning mechanism currently so that the named
mechanism is currently used in HMP planning? (Column 2, Current Mitigation Use)
▪ Is there a future opportunity to expand, improve upon, and incorporate this 2020 HMP Update into
the planning or regulatory mechanism? (Column 3, Future Opportunity)
The capabilities assessment is easily-digestible and based on color coding to indicate which policies and
plans are adequate, need improvement or in which the HMP could be integrated. Each table includes a
legend that explain how each one of these questions are being answered according to the color indicated:
green, yellow, and orange.
For more information on the regulatory environment surrounding each hazard, see hazard-specific
sections of Volume 1. Volume 1, Section 5.3.5 includes an extensive list of federal and state funding
opportunities as well.
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Table 1-8: City of Ukiah Planning and Regulatory Mitigation Capabilities
CAPABILITY ASSESSMENT LEGEND
Status Current Mitigation Use Future Opportunity
Currently in use or present. Used widely for mitigation. Opportunity to expand and integrate.
(Sort of) Seldomly used or limited
presence. Limited use in mitigation planning. Limited opportunity to expand and integrate.
(No) Not present or available. Not used in mitigation planning. No opportunity to expand or integrate.
HMP Integration
Notes / Additional Detail Resource Status
Current
Mitigation
Use
Future
Opportunity
Planning and Regulatory Capabilities
Construction and Future Development Regulations
Building Codes Green Green Yellow 2019 California Building Code
BCEGS Rating Not provided
Public Protection (ISO Class) Not provided
Hazard Related Development
Standards Green Yellow Green Erosion and Sediment Control (Ch. 7); Construction
Site Control Measures (§9704).
Zoning Ordinance Green Yellow Green
Hazard-Specific Ordinance
Green Yellow Green Fire Prevention Code (Div. 6, Ch. 3); Emergency
Services (Div. 6, Ch. 2); State of Emergency (§5128)
Growth Management Ordinance Orange Orange Green
Hazard Reduction Programs (Annually Conducted)
Capital Improvements Program
(CIP) or Plan Green Yellow Green City of Ukiah Five Year CIP Plan.
Erosion/Sediment Control
Program Yellow Yellow Green
The City includes erosion and sediment control
practices in their 2006 Storm Water Management
Plan.
Hazard-Related Public Outreach
Program Green Yellow Green
See education and outreach capabilities below. The
City hosts "Building Together" Training Sessions
for disaster preparedness outreach efforts.
Stormwater Management
Program (Annual Inspections) Yellow Yellow Green
Seismic Safety Program (Non-
structural) Yellow Yellow Green
Earthquake Modernization Plan
(Building Safety) Yellow Yellow Green
Hazard Plans
General Plan Safety Element Green Yellow Green Adopted 1995.
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HMP Integration
Notes / Additional Detail Resource Status
Current
Mitigation
Use
Future
Opportunity
Planning and Regulatory Capabilities
Community Wildfire Protection
Plan (CWPP) Green Yellow Green 2016 County-wide CWPP in existence.
Floodplain Management Plan Orange Orange Green
Stormwater Management Plan Orange Orange Green
Emergency Operations Plan Green Green Green Mendocino County Operational Area Emergency
Operations Plan (2016)
Climate Action Plan Yellow Yellow Green Drafted in 2014, not adopted, future opportunity
Ground Water Management
Planning / Plans Yellow Yellow Green
Ukiah Valley Basin Grounwater Sustainability
Agency is in the process of developing a
groundwater sustainability plan for the basin.
National Flood Protection Program (NFIP)
Floodplain Management
Regulations Orange Orange Green
Flood Insurance Education and
Technical Assist. Orange Orange Green
Flood Hazard Mapping / Re-
Mapping Green Yellow Green
Community Rating System
(CRS) Orange Orange Green
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1.5.1.1 Administrative and Technical Capabilities
Table 1-9: Administrative and Technical Capabilities
CAPABILITY ASSESSMENT LEGEND
Status Current Mitigation Use Future Opportunity
Currently in use or present. Used widely for mitigation. Opportunity to expand and integrate.
(Sort of) Seldomly used or limited
presence. Limited use in mitigation planning. Limited opportunity to expand and integrate.
(No) Not present or available. Not used in mitigation planning. No opportunity to expand or integrate.
HMP Integration
Notes / Additional Detail Resource Status
Current
Mitigation
Use
Future
Opportunity
Administrative and
Technical
Community Planning and Development Services
Community Planner Green Yellow Green Community Development Department, Planning
Services.
Civil Engineer Green Yellow Green Department of Public Works.
Building Code Official (Full time
or Augmented) Green Yellow Green
Floodplain Administrator Green Green Green Tim Eriksen, Director of Public Works
Fire Marshal Green Yellow Green Ukiah Valley Fire Department.
Dedicated Public Outreach
Personnel Yellow Yellow Green
GIS Specialist and Capability Orange orange Green
Emergency Manager Green Yellow Green Office of Emergency Management.
Full-Time Building Official Green Yellow Green Building and Code Enforcement Services.
Grant Manager, Writer, or
Specialist Green Yellow Green
Other
Warning Systems/Services
General Green Yellow Green MendoAlert and Nixle Alerts.
Flood yellow Yellow Green MendoAlert and Nixle Alerts.
Wildfire
yellow Yellow Green MendoAlert and Nixle Alerts.
Geological Hazards yellow Yellow Green MendoAlert and Nixle Alerts.
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1.5.1.2 Financial Capabilities
Table 1-10: Fiscal Capabilities Summary
CAPABILITY ASSESSMENT LEGEND
Status Current Mitigation Use Future Opportunity
Currently in use or present. Used widely for mitigation. Opportunity to expand and integrate.
(Sort of) Seldomly used or limited
presence. Limited use in mitigation planning. Limited opportunity to expand and integrate.
(No) Not present or available. Not used in mitigation planning. No opportunity to expand or integrate.
HMP Integration
Notes / Additional Detail Resource Status
Current
Mitigation
Use
Future
Opportunity
Fiscal Capabilities
Financial Resources for Hazard Mitigation
Levy for Specific Purposes with
Voter Approval Green orange Green
Utilities Fees Green Yellow Green
Benefit assessments Green orange Orange
System Development Fee Green Yellow Green
General Obligation Bonds to
Incur Debt Green Orange Green
Special Tax Bonds to Incur Debt Green Orange Green
Withheld Spending in Hazard-
Prone Areas Green Orange Green
Stormwater Service Fees Yellow orange Green
Capital Improvement Project
Funding Green Yellow Green City of Ukiah Five Year CIP Plan.
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1.5.1.3 Education and Outreach
Table 1-11: Education / Outreach Capabilities Summary
CAPABILITY ASSESSMENT LEGEND
Status Current Mitigation Use Future Opportunity
Currently in use or present. Used widely for mitigation. Opportunity to expand and integrate.
(Sort of) Seldomly used or limited
presence. Limited use in mitigation planning. Limited opportunity to expand and integrate.
(No) Not present or available. Not used in mitigation planning. No opportunity to expand or integrate.
HMP Integration
Notes / Additional Detail Resource Status
Current
Mitigation
Use
Future
Opportunity
Education / Outreach Capabilities
Education/Outreach
Resources
Website Dedicated to Hazard
Topics Green Yellow Green
Dedicated Social Media Yellow Yellow Green
Hazard Info. Avail. at Library/
Planning Desk Orange Yellow Green
Annual Public Safety Events
Green Yellow Green
The Ukiah Valley Fire Authority and Office of
Emergency Managment host community
awareness and safety programs.
Ability to Field Public Tech.
Assistance Requests Green Yellow Green
Public Safety Newsletters or
Printed Outreach yellow Yellow Green
Fire Safe Councils
Green Yellow Green
The Mendocino County Fire Safe Council assists
local Councils a variety of needs. These Councils
include: the Caspar Community and Island Cove
Estates (south of Point Arena) on the coast; Pine
Mountain, Ridgewood Park, and
Willowbrook/Sherwood Forest Hills (past
Brooktrails) in the Willits area; and Deerwood, Oak
Knoll Road, Upper Parducci Road, Black Bart Trail
and Robinson Creek Road in the Ukiah area.
Resource Conservation Districts
Green Yellow Green
The Mendocino County Resource Conservation
District has implemented a wide range of programs
across the County.
Other
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1.5.2 Mitigation Actions
Mitigation actions were developed based upon the
jurisdiction’s priorities, risk assessment results,
and mitigation alternatives. The mitigation action
prioritization method used by all participating
jurisdictions is described in Section 5.5.1 of Volume
1. Table 1-12 lists each priority mitigation action,
responsible party, time frame, potential funding
source, implementation steps, and resources need
to implement based upon the Planning Committee
consensus.
Each participating jurisdiction, including the City
of Ukiah, considered ongoing relevancy of
mitigation actions from the existing MJHMP and
retained or removed such actions while adding
new relevant actions as well. Mitigation actions
were examined for relevancy and the potential for
future implementation and then evaluated for
potential follow-up. Some mitigation actions
developed during the previous HMP effort were not
included because they were an inherent part of the
HMP update process or were not detailed enough
for implementation at a local Jurisdiction level.
City of Ukiah has made significant changes to other mitigation actions because of the updated risk
assessment and implementation strategy, to include more detail, or to update based on current mitigation
practices. Volume 1, Section 5.5.2 provides a record of County-wide mitigation actions, the status, and
additional notes for each action.
Table 1-12 lists each mitigation action for City of Ukiah. Each participating jurisdiction developed unique
mitigation actions, targeted at their own unique priorities and vulnerabilities. Each mitigation action
identifies the responsible party, time frame, potential funding source, implementation steps and resources
needed to implement these priority mitigation actions. As a living document, hazard problem statements
and mitigation activities will be updated through MAST. The detail in Table 1-12 meets the regulatory
requirements of FEMA and DMA 2000.
Figure 1-11: Mitigation Action Key
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Table 1-12. City of Ukiah Mitigation Actions
Mitigation No. Hazard
Type
Mitigation
Type
Status Year Primary
Agency
Title/Description Responsible
Party
Estimated Cost Estimated Benefit Time
Frame
HMA
Activity
Type
Potential Grant
Source
Priority Related
Problem
Statements
ma-DR-UK-64 All Hazard PRV -
Prevention
Pending 2014 City of Ukiah Develop a climate action plan
and/or drought contingency plan to
provide an effective and systematic
means of assessing drought
conditions, develop mitigation
actions and programs to reduce
risks of climate change and drought,
and develop response options that
minimize hardships
City Public
Works
Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 Years Planning HMGP / BRIC High ps-DR-UK-175,
ps-CC-UK-171,
ps-CC-UK-170
ma-AH-UK-70 All Hazard PPRO -
Property
Protection
Pending 2014 City of Ukiah Create a GIS-based pre-application
review for new construction and
major remodels of residential
and/or non-residential structures in
hazard areas, such high and/or very
high wildfire areas.
Planning Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
Ongoing 5% HMGP / BRIC Medium ps-FL-UK-158,
ps-WF-UK-152,
ps-WF-UK-151,
ps-WF-UK-155,
ps-DF-UK-172,
ps-EQ-UK-148
ma-AH-UK-276 All Hazard ES -
Emergency
Services
Pending 2020 City of Ukiah Construct backup generators at
critical facilities (fire stations,
Adventist Health Ukiah Valley) and
pump stations to respond to hazard
events in loss of power.
Fire, Public
Works
High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 Years Project HMGP / BRIC Extreme ps-AH-UK-147,
ps-AH-UK-165,
ps-AH-UK-166,
ps-DF-UK-172,
ps-DF-UK-174
ma-CC-UK-297 Climate
Change
PRV -
Prevention
Ongoing 2020 City of Ukiah Continue the installation of purple
pipes throughout the City to supply
untreated irrigation water to City
landscaping
Public Works Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
Funding
Dependent
Project HMGP / BRIC Medium ps-DR-UK-175,
ps-CC-UK-170
ma-DF-UK-73 Dam
Failure
PE&A -
Public
Education &
Awareness
Pending 2014 City of Ukiah Develop a public outreach program
that informs property owners
located in the dam or levee
inundation areas about voluntary
flood insurance.
Office of
Emergency
Management
Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 Years 5% HMGP / BRIC Medium ps-DF-UK-173
ma-EQ-UK-77 Earthquake PPRO -
Property
Protection
Ongoing 2014 City of Ukiah Seismically retrofit or replace public
works and/or emergency response
facilities that are necessary during
and/or immediately after a disaster
or emergency.
Public Works High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
3-5 Years Project HMGP / BRIC ,
CDBG DRI
Extreme ps-EQ-UK-144,
ps-EQ-UK-145,
ps-EQ-UK-146
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Mitigation No. Hazard
Type
Mitigation
Type
Status Year Primary
Agency
Title/Description Responsible
Party
Estimated Cost Estimated Benefit Time
Frame
HMA
Activity
Type
Potential Grant
Source
Priority Related
Problem
Statements
ma-EQ-UK-277 Earthquake PE&A -
Public
Education &
Awareness
Ongoing 2020 City of Ukiah Encourage privately owned critical
facilities (e.g. churches, hotels, other
gathering facilities) to evaluate the
ability of the buildings to withstand
earthquakes and to address any
deficiencies identified.
Planning &
Comm. Dev.
Low - The project could be funded
under the existing budget. The
project is part of or can be part of an
ongoing existing program.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
Ongoing Planning HMGP / BRIC High ps-EQ-UK-148,
ps-EQ-UK-150
ma-EQ-UK-278 Earthquake SP -
Structural
Projects
Pending 2020 City of Ukiah Install seismic gas shut-off valves
on County buildings to prevent the
flow of gas into buildings during a
seismic event
Public Works Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 Years Project HMGP / BRIC Medium ps-EQ-UK-144,
ps-EQ-UK-146
ma-EQ-UK-280 Earthquake PE&A -
Public
Education &
Awareness
Ongoing 2020 City of Ukiah Develop and outreach and
education program for owners and
tenants in downtown unreinforced
masonry buildings to understand
earthquake risks and precautions
and, for owners, to understand
retrofitting options and available
funding mechanisms
Public
Information
Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
Ongoing Planning HMGP / BRIC ,
CDBG DRI
High ps-EQ-UK-149,
ps-EQ-UK-148
ma-WS-UK-62 Flood PPRO -
Property
Protection
Pending 2014 City of Ukiah Manage vegetation in areas within
and adjacent to rights- of-way and
in close proximity to critical
facilities in order to reduce the risk
of tree failure and property damage
and avoid creation of wind
acceleration corridors within
vegetated areas.
City Fire Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-5 years N/A N/A Medium ps-FL-UK-158,
ps-FL-UK-159,
ps-FL-UK-160,
ps-FL-UK-161,
ps-FL-UK-162
ma-FL-UK-75 Flood PPRO -
Property
Protection
Pending 2014 City of Ukiah Retrofit wastewater and potable
water facilities that subject to
flooding. Retrofitting activities may
include elevating vulnerable
equipment, electrical controls, and
other equipment, fastening and
sealing manhole covers to prevent
floodwater infiltration, and
protecting wells and other potable
water from infiltration and flood
damage by raising controls and well
pipes.
Planning and
Community
Development
and Fire
High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
3-5 Years Project HMGP / BRIC ,
CDBG DRI
Extreme ps-FL-UK-157
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Mitigation No. Hazard
Type
Mitigation
Type
Status Year Primary
Agency
Title/Description Responsible
Party
Estimated Cost Estimated Benefit Time
Frame
HMA
Activity
Type
Potential Grant
Source
Priority Related
Problem
Statements
ma-FL-UK-76 Flood PPRO -
Property
Protection
Pending 2014 City of Ukiah Acquire, relocate, or elevate
residential structures, in particular
those that have been identified as
Repetitive Loss (RL) properties that
are located within the 100-year
floodplain.
Public Works High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
5-10 Years Project HMGP / BRIC ,
FMA , CDBG DRI
High ps-FL-UK-159
ma-FL-UK-78 Flood PPRO -
Property
Protection
Pending 2014 City of Ukiah Reinforce County and local ramps,
bridges, and roads from flooding
through protection activities,
including elevating the road and
installing culverts beneath the road
or building a higher bridge across
the area that experiences regular
flooding.
Public Works High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
3-5 Years Project HMGP / BRIC ,
CDBG DRI
High ps-FL-UK-158
ma-FL-UN-192 Flood PPRO -
Property
Protection
Pending 2008 City of Ukiah Carry out minor flood and
stormwater management projects
that would reduce damage to
infrastructure and residential
buildings due to flooding. These
projects include the modifying or
replacing existing culverts and
bridges, upgrading capacity of storm
drains, stabilizing streambanks,
clearing streambanks of debris and
vegetation, and creating of debris or
flood/stormwater retention basins
in small watersheds.
Public Works High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
5-10 Years Project HMGP / BRIC ,
FMA
High
ma-PN-UK-281 Pandemic SP -
Structural
Projects
Pending 2020 City of Ukiah Assess and institute necessary
upgrades to critical facilities to
allow for usage during pandemic,
including adequate ventilation and
physical barriers
Public Works Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 Years Project HMGP / BRIC High ps-PN-UK-168
ma-PN-UK-282 Pandemic SP -
Structural
Projects
Pending 2020 City of Ukiah Institute necessary structural
improvements to evacuation
centers/sheltering locations to
allow for proper ventilation, space
for staff, and structural barriers to be
used during pandemic and hazard
event.
Fire/ Office of
Emergency
Management
High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 Years Project HMGP / BRIC ,
CDBG DRI
High ps-PN-UK-169,
ps-PN-UK-167
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Mitigation No. Hazard
Type
Mitigation
Type
Status Year Primary
Agency
Title/Description Responsible
Party
Estimated Cost Estimated Benefit Time
Frame
HMA
Activity
Type
Potential Grant
Source
Priority Related
Problem
Statements
ma-PN-UK-283 Pandemic ES -
Emergency
Services
Pending 2020 City of Ukiah Develop alternative sheltering/
evacuation locations for
social distancing required during
pandemic and other hazard event
Office of
Emergency
Management
Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 Years Project HMGP / BRIC ,
CDBG DRI
High ps-PN-UK-167
ma-WF-UK-60 Wildfire PPRO -
Property
Protection
Pending 2014 City of Ukiah Implement a fuel modification
program and code requirements.
City Fire High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-5 years Planning HMGP / BRIC ,
AFG , FP&S
High ps-WF-UK-155,
ps-WF-UK-152
ma-WF-UK-74 Wildfire PPRO -
Property
Protection
Pending 2014 City of Ukiah Create a vegetation management
program that provides vegetation
management services to elderly,
disabled, or low-income property
owners who lack the resources to
remove flammable vegetation from
around their homes.
Planning and
Community
Development
and Fire
Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 Years 5% HMGP / BRIC Medium ps-WF-UK-155,
ps-WF-UK-153,
ps-WF-UK-152
ma-WF-UK-285 Wildfire PE&A -
Public
Education &
Awareness
Ongoing 2020 City of Ukiah Coordinate with County on
designated shelters outside of City
limits in event of wildfire; integrate
shelter location information into
community outreach
Office of
Emergency
Management
Low - The project could be funded
under the existing budget. The
project is part of or can be part of an
ongoing existing program.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 Years N/A N/A Extreme ps-WF-UK-154
ma-WF-UK-289 Wildfire PPRO -
Property
Protection
Ongoing 2020 City of Ukiah Implement CWPP projects in
partnership with County, Fire Safe
Council, and CAL FIRE
City Fire High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
Ongoing Project HMGP / BRIC ,
AFG , FP&S
Medium ps-WF-UK-151,
ps-WF-UK-152,
ps-WF-UK-155
ma-WF-UK-296 Wildfire PE&A -
Public
Education &
Awareness
Pending 2020 City of Ukiah Develop a cost share program for
residential mitigation and retrofits
to be more fireproof
Community
Development
High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
3-5 Years Project HMGP / BRIC ,
CDBG DRI
High ps-WF-UK-153,
ps-WF-UK-152
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CITY OF FORT BRAGG (FB)
Municipal Participating Jurisdiction Annex
Section 2. City of Fort Bragg ............................................................................................................... 2-1
2.1 Purpose ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 2-1
2.2 Planning Methodology ................................................................................................................................................................. 2-1
2.3 What’s New ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 2-2
2.3.1 Mitigation Successes .......................................................................................................................................................... 2-3
2.4 Risk Assessment ........................................................................................................................................................................... 2-3
2.4.1 Hazard Screening Criteria ................................................................................................................................................ 2-3
2.4.2 Hazard Risk Ranking ......................................................................................................................................................... 2-5
2.4.3 Vulnerability Assessment ............................................................................................................................................... 2-6
2.5 Mitigation Strategy ..................................................................................................................................................................... 2-23
2.5.1 Capabilities Assessment ................................................................................................................................................. 2-23
2.5.2 Mitigation Actions ............................................................................................................................................................ 2-29
List of Figures
Figure 2-1: City of Fort Bragg Location ........................................................................................................................................ 2-2
Figure 2-2: City of Fort Bragg Risk Assessment ...................................................................................................................... 2-7
Figure 2-3: City of Fort Bragg M7.4 Maacama Garberville Snapshot .............................................................................. 2-8
Figure 2-4: City of Fort Bragg M7.8 N. San Andreas -N. Coast -Peninsula – SC MTN Snapshot .......................... 2-9
Figure 2-5: City of Fort Bragg FEMA Flood Risk Exposure Snapshot ........................................................................... 2-10
Figure 2-6: City of Fort Bragg Average Annual Precipitation (1981-2010. Inches) .................................................... 2-11
Figure 2-7: City of Fort Bragg Annual Average Wind Speed (Power Class) ................................................................. 2-12
Figure 2-8: City of Fort Bragg Landslide Risk Exposure Snapshot ................................................................................. 2-13
Figure 2-9: City of Fort Bragg Mean Fire Return Intervals ................................................................................................ 2-14
Figure 2-10: City of Fort Bragg Wildfire Risk Exposure Snapshot ................................................................................... 2-15
Figure 2-11: Drought Timeline for Big Navarro-Garcia Watershed .................................................................................. 2-16
Figure 2-12: Guidance for Problem Statements ......................................................................................................................2-19
Figure 2-13: Mitigation Action Key .............................................................................................................................................. 2-29
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List of Tables
Table 2-1: Planning Committee Members .................................................................................................................................. 2-1
Table 2-2: Completed Mitigation Actions ................................................................................................................................... 2-3
Table 2-3: County Hazard Prioritization (Vol. 1) ....................................................................................................................... 2-4
Table 2-4: Document Review Crosswalk ..................................................................................................................................... 2-5
Table 2-5: Drought Classifications and Impacts .................................................................................................................... 2-16
Table 2-6: NFIP Status Table ......................................................................................................................................................... 2-18
Table 2-7: Problem Statements .................................................................................................................................................... 2-20
Table 2-8: Planning and Regulatory Mitigation Capabilities ........................................................................................... 2-24
Table 2-9: Administrative and Technical Capabilities ....................................................................................................... 2-26
Table 2-10: Fiscal Capabilities Summary ................................................................................................................................. 2-27
Table 2-11: Education / Outreach Capabilities Summary .................................................................................................. 2-28
Table 2-12: City of Fort Bragg Mitigation Actions .................................................................................................................. 2-31
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Section 2. City of Fort Bragg
2.1 Purpose
This Annex details the hazard mitigation planning elements specific to the City of Fort Bragg. This Annex
is not intended to be a standalone document but appends to and supplements the information contained
in the base plan document. As such, all sections of the base plan, including the planning process and other
procedural requirements apply to and were met by the City of Fort Bragg. This Annex provides additional
information specific to the City of Fort Bragg, with a focus on providing additional details on the planning
process, risk assessment, and mitigation strategy for this community.
Hazard Mitigation Plan Point of Contact
Primary Point of Contact Alternate Point of Contact
John Smith, Public Works Director
City of Fort Bragg
416 North Franklin Street,
Fort Bragg, CA 9437
Telephone: (707) 961-2823, ext. 136
e-mail Address: jsmith@fortbragg.com
John Naulty, Interim Chief
City of Fort Bragg Police Department
416 North Franklin Street,
Fort Bragg, CA 9437
Telephone: (707) 961-2800 Ext. 105
e-mail Address: jnaulty@fortbragg.com
2.2 Planning Methodology
The City of Fort Bragg followed the planning process detailed in Volume 1, Section 3, including
participating in the County Hazard Mitigation Planning Committee (HMPC) and Steering Committee and
formulating their own internal planning team to support the broader planning process. Internal planning
participants, their positions, and how they participated in the planning process are shown in Table 2-1.
Table 2-1: Planning Committee Members
Planning Committee Members Department
John Smith Public Works
John Naulty Police Department
Tabatha Miller City Manager’s Office
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Figure 2-1: City of Fort Bragg Location
2.3 What’s New
The City of Fort Bragg has been making improvements toward reducing natural hazard risks to life and
property since the existing MJHMP was adopted.
The City reevaluated previous mitigation actions, including considerations of progress made on mitigation
efforts, and retained them as pending or ongoing in Table 2-12; no table for cancelled mitigation actions is
included. Completed mitigation actions are described in Table 2-2.
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2.3.1 Mitigation Successes
The City has successfully completed multiple mitigation actions, listed in Table 2-2, and the following
describes its other success stories.
Table 2-2: Completed Mitigation Actions
Mitigation
No.
Hazard
Type
Status Year Primary
Agency
Title/Description Responsible
Party
ma-FL-FB-11 Flood Completed 2008 City of Fort
Bragg
Retrofit wastewater and potable water facilities
that subject to flooding. Retrofitting activities may
include elevating vulnerable equipment, electrical
controls, and other equipment, fastening and
sealing manhole covers to prevent floodwater
infiltration, and protecting wells and other potable
water from infiltration and flood damage by
raising controls and well pipes.
2.4 Risk Assessment
The intent of this section is to profile the City of Fort Bragg’s hazards and assess the City’s vulnerabilities,
distinct from that of the County-wide planning area. The hazard profiles in Volume 1 discuss overall
impacts to the planning area and describes the hazard problem description, hazard extent,
magnitude/severity, previous occurrences of hazard events and the likelihood of future occurrences. For
more information on Risk Assessment Methodologies, see Vol. 1 and Appendix A.
2.4.1 Hazard Screening Criteria
Planning Team members from each participating jurisdiction collectively discussed which hazards should
be profiled in the Plan and which should not. The results of that discussion can be found in Table 2-3.
Detailed hazard profiles of the most significant County-wide hazards are described in Section 4 of
Volume 1. The Planning Team reviewed previously-prepared hazard mitigation plans and other relevant
documents to determine the realm of natural hazards that have the potential to affect City of Fort Bragg.
Table 2-4 provides a crosswalk of hazards identified in Vol. 1 of this plan, City of Fort Bragg General Plan,
and 2018 California State Hazard Mitigation Plan. The crosswalk was used to develop a preliminary
hazards list, providing a framework for the Planning Team members to evaluate which hazards were truly
relevant to City of Fort Bragg and which ones were not. Section 0 below describes the hazard risk ranking
process that was performed by the planning team which prioritized hazards that are specifically relevant
to City of Fort Bragg.
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Table 2-3: County Hazard Prioritization (Vol. 1)
Hazard Type Explanation
Climate Change High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Dam/ Levee failure High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Drought High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Earthquake/ Geologic Hazards High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Flood High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Hazardous Material While hazardous materials can release and impact the County, there
are better avenues to address this hazard outside this plan.
High Winds/ Straight Line Winds High priority county-wide, profiled as part of Severe Weather.
Insect Hazards While hazardous insects exist in Mendocino County, this was not
considered a priority and is not profiled in this plan.
Pandemic Disease High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Severe Weather, including: High priority county-wide for heavy wind and heavy rain.
Extreme Heat Not a priority as extreme weather event, discussed as climate change
impact.
Hail Hail events are rare in Mendocino County and not profiled in this
plan.
High Wind Profiled as part of Severe Weather hazard.
Heavy Rain Profiled as part of Severe Weather hazard.
Fog While fog events do occur within Mendocino County, they are rare
and are not considered a priority.
Lightning Not a priority as an extreme weather event; discussed as source of
wildfire.
Severe Thunderstorm Severe thunderstorms were not identified as a priority in this plan.
Winter Storm / Extreme Cold/
Freeze Events
While winter storms are present in Mendocino County, they were not
identified as a priority for this plan.
Slope Failure High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Soil Hazards High priority county-wide, profiled hazard (includes erosion and
naturally-occurring asbestos).
Terrorism/Human Caused Threats
While terrorism is certainly a threat to the County and participating
jurisdictions, it is best addressed in other plans as this HMP does not
address human-caused threats.
Tornado Impacts to the County from tornados are extremely unlikely, if any.
Volcanic Activity Due to distance from volcanoes and the limited chance of an
eruption, this hazard was not identified as a priority.
Wildfire High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
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Table 2-4: Document Review Crosswalk
Hazards
2014 Mendocino
County
MJHMP
2012 City of Fort
Bragg Inland
General Plan
2008 City of Fort
Bragg Coastal
General Plan
2009 Mendocino
County
General Plan
2018
California
State
HMP
Agricultural Pests ■ ■
Climate Change ■ ■ ■
Dam Failure ■ ■ ■
Drought ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
Earthquake ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
Flood ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
Insect Hazards ■
Landslide ■ ■ ■ ■
Levee Failure ■* ■
Manmade Hazards ■ ■
Pandemic Disease ■ ■
Sea Level Rise ■ ■ ■
Severe Weather ■
Soil Hazards ■** ■ ■
Terrorism & Tech
Hazards ■
Tsunami ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
Volcano ■
Wildfire ■*** ■ ■ ■
* included as part of dam failure
** included naturally occurring asbestos
*** included urban conflagration
2.4.2 Hazard Risk Ranking
The City of Fort Bragg’s Planning Team used the same hazard prioritization process as the Mendocino
County Planning Committee. This process is described in detail in Section 4.3.1 of Vol. 1. Figure 2-2 displays
the results of the hazard risk ranking exercise that was performed by the Planning Team. The Planning
Team chose to assess City of Fort Bragg’s vulnerability to following hazards:
▪ Climate Change ▪ Flood ▪ Wildfire
▪ Earthquake ▪ Extreme Weather ▪ Drought
▪ Pandemic ▪ Slope Failure
All of these hazards have been profiled in Vol. 1 of this document. The purpose of this annex to specifically
address City of Fort Bragg’s vulnerability to these specifically-identified hazards.
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2.4.3 Vulnerability Assessment
Assessing vulnerabilities exposes the unique characteristics of individual hazards and begins the process
of narrowing down which areas within City of Fort Bragg are vulnerable to specific hazard events. The
vulnerability assessment considered unique local knowledge of hazards and impacts and a GIS overlaying
method for examining such vulnerabilities more in depth. Using these methods, participating jurisdictions
estimated vulnerable populations, infrastructure, and potential losses from hazards.
2.4.3.1 Risk Assessment
Each participating jurisdiction developed a risk matrix that assessed the probability and impact of various
hazards within the jurisdiction. Figure 2-2 is the jurisdiction’s risk assessment, which was completed in
part using the web based and interactive Risk Assessment Mapping Platform (RAMP), accessed via the
project website at www.mitigatehazards.com. RAMP allows interactive discovery of robust risk,
vulnerability, and exposure data developed especially for Mendocino County. RAMP is a mapping platform
built specifically for mitigation planning. It displays County/jurisdiction facilities and buildings overlaid
with natural hazards layers to bring interactivity and individual discovery to the GIS analysis performed
for the MJHMP. See Vol. 1 for a detailed description of RAMP. The Planning Team used RAMP in meetings
and as needed to understand vulnerabilities to City of Fort Bragg. Users interactively filter facilities and
buildings by natural hazard zones and/or construction characteristics.
2.4.3.2 Snapshot Exposure Maps
The included snapshot maps, displayed below in Figure 2-3 through Figure 2-11, illustrate City of Fort
Bragg’s vulnerability to specific hazards. Figures include:
▪ Figure 2-3: City of Fort Bragg M7.4 Maacama Garberville Snapshot
▪ Figure 2-4: City of Fort Bragg M7.8 N. San Andreas -N. Coast -Peninsula – SC MTN Snapshot
▪ Figure 2-5: City of Fort Bragg FEMA Flood Risk Exposure Snapshot
▪ Figure 2-6: City of Fort Bragg Average Annual Precipitation (1981-2010. Inches)
▪ Figure 2-7: City of Fort Bragg Annual Average Wind Speed (Power Class)
▪ Figure 2-8: City of Fort Bragg Landslide Risk Exposure Snapshot
▪ Figure 2-9: City of Fort Bragg Mean Fire Return Intervals
▪ Figure 2-10: City of Fort Bragg Wildfire Risk Exposure Snapshot
▪ Figure 2-11: Drought Timeline for Big Navarro-Garcia Watershed
Based on the above risk assessment, the snapshot maps focus on those hazards prioritized by the
jurisdiction. These maps helped the Planning Team understand the exposure of population, parcels, and
critical infrastructure to specific hazards. Each map contains an exposure summary that displays the
percent of the population, the improvement and content value of parcels, and the amount of critical
infrastructure that is exposed to each respective hazard.
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Figure 2-2: City of Fort Bragg Risk Assessment
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Figure 2-3: City of Fort Bragg M7.4 Maacama Garberville Snapshot
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Figure 2-4: City of Fort Bragg M7.8 N. San Andreas -N. Coast -Peninsula – SC MTN Snapshot
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Figure 2-5: City of Fort Bragg FEMA Flood Risk Exposure Snapshot
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Figure 2-6: City of Fort Bragg Average Annual Precipitation (1981-2010. Inches)
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Figure 2-7: City of Fort Bragg Annual Average Wind Speed (Power Class)
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Figure 2-8: City of Fort Bragg Landslide Risk Exposure Snapshot
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Figure 2-9: City of Fort Bragg Mean Fire Return Intervals
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Figure 2-10 : City of Fort Bragg Wildfire Risk Exposure Snapshot
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Table 2-5: Drought Classifications and Impacts
Category Description Possible Impacts
D0
Abnormally Dry ▪ Going into drought, short term dryness, slowing planting, growth of crops or
pastures.
▪ Coming out of drought, some lingering water deficits and pasture or crops not fully
recovered.
D1
Moderate
Drought
▪ Some damage to crops, pastures
▪ Streams, reservoirs, or wells low, some water shortages developing or imminent
▪ Voluntary water-use restrictions requested
D2
Severe Drought ▪ Crop or pasture losses likely
▪ Water shortages common
▪ Water restrictions imposed
D3 Extreme
Drought
▪ Major crop/ pasture losses
▪ Widespread water shortages or restrictions
D4 Exceptional
Drought
▪ Exceptional and widespread crop/ pasture losses
▪ Shortages of water in reservoirs, streams, and wells creating water
Adapted from U.S. Drought Monitor Drought Classifications and Impacts
Figure 2-11: Drought Timeline for Big Navarro-Garcia Watershed
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2.4.3.3 Past and Future Development
The City of Fort Bragg is a general law city that crafts its own development regulations and is subject to
State law. Future development is subject to compliance with State of California planning, zoning,
subdivision, and architecture laws.
The GP is designed to help the City address issues related to land use, circulation (traffic), housing, open
space, conservation, noise, and safety. The Land Use portion of the plan helps guide the City in determining
the location of future development(s), including possible future annexation. In addition to the GP, the City
has other plans that guide development in specific areas, including specific plans, policy plans, and master
plans. These plans help to shape future development and dictate the City’s Sphere of Influence (SOI). One
of the central functions in these planning documents is to decrease risk of impact from natural hazards.
While growth has occurred in hazard areas in the past, increasing hazard risks to some degree, those risks
are also decreased by development standards and plan requirements that serve to mitigate or avoid those
risks. Problematic development generally occurred many decades ago, and thus much of this HMP focuses
on retrofits or replacements from that older construction.
City of Fort Bragg is required to update building codes to meet the minimum standards to those required
in the California Building Code last updated in 2019. California Building Codes provide some of the safest
construction standards in the world and are meant to reduce risk to occupants from high wind, seismic
activity, landslides, flood, wildfire, and other natural hazards. In addition to California minimum develop
standards, all jurisdictions belong to the NFIP, as such, all development must meet minimum flood
protection standards set forth by FEMA. See Section 4.3.5 of Volume 1 for more information about past and
future development in Mendocino County.
As the General Plan is updated and incorporates information from this HMP, City of Fort Bragg staff are
continually improving hazard information through these hazard mitigation plan updates. With this 2020
update, improved online mapping about natural hazards available on RAMP will inform those responsible
for future development to make better decisions where and how future development occurs.
City of Fort Bragg reviewed its general plans under the capability assessments undertaken for this hazard
mitigation plan in Section 2.5.1. Deficiencies revealed by these reviews are identified as mitigation actions
to decrease risks to move beyond past trends.
The City’s municipal codes includes regulations to mitigate the impact of hazards on new and existing
development, including:
▪ Drainage and stormwater retention requirements,
▪ Steep slope restrictions for new development,
▪ Waterbody buffer requirements,
▪ Floodplain management regulations,
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▪ Zoning that prevents development in hazardous areas of the community such as floodplains,
landslide areas, the wildland-urban interface (WUI), or other known hazard areas, and
▪ Building codes that include the most up-to-date California Fire Code, seismic standards, and many
other provisions crafted to protect new construction from hazard events.
Even in the event that limited development did occur within a hazard area, the municipal code should
ensure impacts from a hazard event are mitigated and losses are minimal. If development does occur in
hazard areas, evacuation and emergency planning should take into consideration the anticipated local
impacts of the hazard event, including potential interrupted services or the elimination of access. The
anticipated growth in the City will not cause significant change in vulnerability to the City for identified
priority hazards.
2.4.3.3.1 National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)
The NFIP makes federally backed flood insurance available to homeowners, renters, and business owners
in participating communities. FEMA has prepared a detailed Flood Insurance Study (FIS) for Mendocino
County and municipalities. The study presents water surface elevations for floods of various magnitudes,
including the 1-percent annual chance flood and the 0.2-percent annual chance flood (the 500-YR flood).
Base flood elevations and the boundaries of the 100- and 500-YR floodplains are shown on Flood Insurance
Rate Maps (FIRMs), which are the principle tool for identifying the extent and location of the flood hazard.
FIRMs are the most detailed and consistent data source available, and for many communities they
represent the minimum area of oversight under their floodplain management program. See Section 4 of
Volume 1 for general information on the NFIP.
The City of Fort Bragg has participated in the NFIP since 1982. City of Fort Bragg is currently in good
standing with the provisions of the NFIP. Compliance is monitored by FEMA regional staff and by the
California Department of Water Resources under a contract with FEMA. Maintaining compliance under
the NFIP is an important component of flood risk reduction. See Table 2-6 for more information on the
City’s policies and historic flood insurance claims. See Volume 1, Section 4.5 for more information on the
NFIP.
Table 2-6: NFIP Status Table
NFIP Status Participating since 12/07/1982
Policies in Force 5
Policies in SFHA 0
Policies in non-SFHA 5
Total Claims Paid 0
Paid Losses $0
Repetitive Loss Properties 0
Severe Repetitive Loss Properties 0
Repetitive Loss Payment by NFIP on Building N/D
Repetitive Loss Payment by NFIP on Contents N/D
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2.4.3.4 Identify Hazard Problem Statements
As part of the mitigation action identification process, the Planning Committee for each jurisdiction
identified areas of concern (aka problem statements) for their respective facilities based on the risk
assessment and vulnerability analysis, utilizing the RAMP mapping and static snapshot maps. Problem
statements focused on the impact, victim, or threat that the hazard could create in the jurisdiction, as
described in Figure 2-12. Identifying common issues and weaknesses through these problem statements
assisted the Planning Committee in understanding the realm of resources needed for mitigation.
Jurisdiction problem statements are listed in Table 2-7.
The goal is to have at least one mitigation action for every problem statement. Projects or actions have
been developed to mitigate each problem identified. See Table 2-12 for a full list of mitigation actions and
corresponding problem statements that they address. Each problem statement is coded with a problem
number for cross-referencing between Table 2-7 and Table 2-12.
Figure 2-12: Guidance for Problem Statements
IMPACT
Casualties
Property Damage
Business Interruption
Financial Loss
Environmental Contamination
VICTIM
School Children in Hazard High
Hazard Areas
Care Facilities in High Hazard
Area
Vulnerable Population Exposed to
hazards
THREAT
Increased Fuels due to drought
Hotter, drier climates
More Intense Storms
Impervious surfaces = greater
runoff
Increases of Invasive Species
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Table 2-7: Problem Statements
Problem
No.
Hazard Area of
Concern
Mitigation
Alternatives
Primary
Agency
Problem Description Related MA
ps-CC-FB-19 Climate
Change
Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
NRP - Natural
Resource
Protection
City of
Fort Bragg
Drought along with sea level rise or
coastal flooding could cause the river
intake to be infiltrated by salt. (Also
drought)
ma-CC-FB-204
ps-DR-FB-2 Drought Impact PRV -
Prevention ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness
City of
Fort Bragg
City sees increased tourist populations
and increased water use in summers,
which poses additional challenges in
drought years.
ma-DR-FB-231
ps-DR-FB-3 Drought Impact PRV -
Prevention , SP
- Structural
Projects
City of
Fort Bragg
Limited water storage means drought
has significant effect on City’s water
supply. Additional storage or
alternative water supplies, including
desalinization, are needed.
ma-DR-FB-231
ps-FL-FB-11 Drought Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
NRP - Natural
Resource
Protection
City of
Fort Bragg
Drought along with sea level rise or
coastal flooding could cause the river
intake to be infiltrated by salt
ma-CC-FB-
204, ma-DR-
FB-231
ps-EQ-FB-4 Earthquake Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection , ES
- Emergency
Services , SP -
Structural
Projects
City of
Fort Bragg
Fort Bragg's hospital needs significant
seismic upgrades by 2035 to remain
safe during a strong earthquake.
ma-EQ-FB-9
ps-EQ-FB-5 Earthquake Impact SP - Structural
Projects
City of
Fort Bragg
Fort Bragg's fire department needs
significant seismic upgrades to remain
safe during a strong earthquake.
ma-EQ-FB-9
ps-EQ-FB-6 Earthquake Impact PRV -
Prevention ,
PPRO -
Property
Protection , SP
- Structural
Projects
City of
Fort Bragg
Fort Bragg's corporation yard needs
significant seismic upgrades to remain
safe during a strong earthquake.
ma-EQ-FB-9
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Problem
No.
Hazard Area of
Concern
Mitigation
Alternatives
Primary
Agency
Problem Description Related MA
ps-EQ-FB-7 Earthquake Impact PRV -
Prevention ,
PPRO -
Property
Protection , SP
- Structural
Projects
City of
Fort Bragg
A significant number of residential
homes and commercial buildings in
Fort Bragg are older construction, pre-
1974, and may require additional
retrofitting.
ma-EQ-FB-12
ps-EW-FB-8 Extreme
Weather
Impact PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness , ES
- Emergency
Services , SP -
Structural
Projects
City of
Fort Bragg
City experiences power loss from
extreme weather approximately three
times a year for a day or two.
ma-EW-FB-13
ps-EW-FB-9 Extreme
Weather
Victim ES -
Emergency
Services
City of
Fort Bragg
Loss of power for medical baseline
customers may cause additional health
effects.
ma-EW-FB-13
ps-FL-FB-10 Flood Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness
City of
Fort Bragg
Ocean Lake Adult Mobile Home Park is
particularly susceptible to flooding,
tsunamis, and sea level rise.
ma-FL-FB-10,
ma-FL-FB-232
ps-PN-FB-12 Pandemic Victim PRV -
Prevention ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness
City of
Fort Bragg
EOC is not designed for possible social
distancing guidelines to be in place
during a hazard event (flood, wildfire,
earthquake), nor does it have adequate
fresh air ventilation
ma-PN-FB-233
ps-PN-FB-13 Pandemic Impact PRV -
Prevention , ES
- Emergency
Services
City of
Fort Bragg
Evacuation center does not have
adequate staffing space or structural
barriers from public interaction to be
used safely during pandemic.
ma-PN-FB-235
ps-PN-FB-14 Pandemic Impact ES -
Emergency
Services , SP -
Structural
Projects
City of
Fort Bragg
Need for additional sheltering
locations in event of pandemic social
distancing needs paired with another
hazard event (flood, wildfire,
earthquake)
ma-PN-FB-236
ps-SF-FB-15 Slope
Failure
Impact SP - Structural
Projects
City of
Fort Bragg
Water delivery system traverses steep
slopes in multiple points, and
landslides can take out pipes in steep
areas.
ma-SF-FB-237
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Problem
No.
Hazard Area of
Concern
Mitigation
Alternatives
Primary
Agency
Problem Description Related MA
ps-SF-FB-16 Slope
Failure
Impact PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness , ES
- Emergency
Services , SP -
Structural
Projects
City of
Fort Bragg
Landslides affect important access
routes to and from the City, both on
Hwy 20 inland and along Hwy 1 (this is
a particular secondary concern in
seismic hazards too)
ma-SF-FB-245
ps-WF-FB-17 Wildfire Threat PRV -
Prevention ,
PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness
City of
Fort Bragg
Development on the east side of the
City approaches the WUI and causes
some concern. In general, the City
boundaries only have moderate
wildfire concerns with portions of the
City without any wildfire concern.
ma-WF-FB-14
ps-WF-FB-18 Wildfire Impact PRV -
Prevention ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness , ES
- Emergency
Services
City of
Fort Bragg
City can be designated as an
evacuation center for inland wildfires.
Concerns about compounding other
hazards like drought or pandemic.
ma-PN-FB-
233, ma-PN-
FB-235, ma-
PN-FB-236
2.4.3.5 Mitigation Action Support Tool (MAST)
As a living document, hazard problem statements and mitigation activities will be updated through a web
interface application developed specifically for participating jurisdictions. The Mitigation Action Support
Tool (MAST) is accessible through https://mitigatehazards.com/mendocino-county/.
MAST is a web-based interactive tool that enables multiple users to search, view, enter, and update
mitigation actions, ideas or projects, and other information. MAST provides participating jurisdictions and
plan reviewers (Cal OES/FEMA) access to valuable mitigation information that can be leveraged by future
planning or other risk reduction efforts within the County. Participating jurisdictions can update the status
of their mitigation projects throughout the planning lifecycle, and this web-based tool will improve
participating jurisdiction’s ability to apply for FEMA’s Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA) grant programs
including initial grant application processes through Cal OES.
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2.5 Mitigation Strategy
The mitigation strategy is the guidebook to future hazard mitigation administration, capturing the key
outcomes of the MJHMP planning process. The mitigation strategy is intended to reduce vulnerabilities
outlined in the previous section (a.k.a. problem statements) with a prescription of policies and physical
projects. These mitigation actions should be compatible with existing planning mechanisms and should
outline specific roles and resources for implementation success.
2.5.1 Capabilities Assessment
This section examines the planning and regulatory, administrative, technical, financial, educational, and
outreach capabilities to augment known issues and weaknesses from identified natural hazards.
Capabilities assessments include considerations of a community’s adaptive capacity for climate change,
as outlined in Cal OES’ 2020 California Adaptation Planning Guide. Adaptive capacity is a community or
region’s existing ability to moderate climate change impacts. Assessing adaptive capacity includes
analysis of policies, plans, programs, funding, and staffing capacity. (Cal. Adaptation Planning Guide, 2020,
p. 94)
The tables in this section explore various local planning mechanisms, administrative capacity, financial
capabilities, and education and outreach initiatives. The columns in each table represent deeper dives into
the following questions:
▪ Is the existing planning or regulatory mechanism used currently? (Column 1, Status)
▪ Has the HMP been integrated into the planning mechanism currently so that the named
mechanism is currently used in HMP planning? (Column 2, Current Mitigation Use)
▪ Is there a future opportunity to expand, improve upon, and incorporate this 2020 HMP Update into
the planning or regulatory mechanism? (Column 3, Future Opportunity)
The capabilities assessment is easily-digestible and based on color coding to indicate which policies and
plans are adequate, need improvement or in which the HMP could be integrated. Each table includes a
legend that explain how each one of these questions are being answered according to the color indicated:
green, yellow, and orange.
For more information on the regulatory environment surrounding each hazard, see hazard-specific
sections of Volume 1. Volume 1, Section 5.3.5 includes an extensive list of federal and state funding
opportunities as well.
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2.5.1.1 Planning and Regulatory Capabilities
Table 2-8: Planning and Regulatory Mitigation Capabilities
CAPABILITY ASSESSMENT LEGEND
Status Current Mitigation Use Future Opportunity
Currently in use or present. Used widely for mitigation. Opportunity to expand and integrate.
(Sort of) Seldomly used or limited
presence. Limited use in mitigation planning. Limited opportunity to expand and integrate.
(No) Not present or available. Not used in mitigation planning. No opportunity to expand or integrate.
HMP Integration
Notes / Additional Detail Resource Status
Current
Mitigation
Use
Future
Opportunity
Planning and Regulatory Capabilities
Construction and Future Development Regulations
Building Codes Green Green Yellow 2019 California Building Code.
BCEGS Rating
Public Protection (ISO Class) Green Yellow Green Class 3
Hazard Related Development
Standards Green Yellow Green Floodplain Management (Ch.15.32.170-200)
Zoning Ordinance Green Yellow Green
Hazard-Specific Ordinance Green Yellow Green Flood-Related Erosion-Prone areas (Ch. 15.32.200)
Growth Management Ordinance Orange Orange Green
Hazard Reduction Programs (Annually Conducted)
Capital Improvements Program
(CIP) or Plan Green Yellow Green City of Fort Bragg Budget Fiscal Year 2020/2021.
Erosion/Sediment Control
Program Orange Orange Green
Hazard-Related Public Outreach
Program Orange Orange Green
Stormwater Management
Program (Annual Inspections) Green Yellow Green
Seismic Safety Program (Non-
structural) Orange Orange Green
Earthquake Modernization Plan
(Building Safety) Orange Orange Green
Hazard Plans
General Plan Safety Element Green Green Green
Community Wildfire Protection
Plan (CWPP) Green Yellow Green 2016 County-wide CWPP in existence.
Floodplain Management Plan Orange Orange Green
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HMP Integration
Notes / Additional Detail Resource Status
Current
Mitigation
Use
Future
Opportunity
Planning and Regulatory Capabilities
Stormwater Management Plan Green Yellow Green Coastal Mendocino Co Storm Water Resource Plan,
2019 Update
Emergency Operations Plan Green Green Green Mendocino County Operational Area Emergency
Operations Plan (2016)
Climate Action Plan Green Orange Green Draft Climate Action Plan 2012
Ground Water Management
Planning / Plans Orange Orange Yellow
Ukiah Valley is the only groundwater basin
required to have a groundwater sustainability plan
in the County.
National Flood Protection Program (NFIP)
Floodplain Management
Regulations Green Yellow Green Floodplain Management (Ch.15.32.190-200)
Flood Insurance Education and
Technical Assist. Orange Orange Green
Flood Hazard Mapping / Re-
Mapping Green Yellow Green
Community Rating System (CRS) Orange Orange Green
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2.5.1.2 Administrative and Technical Capabilities
Table 2-9: Administrative and Technical Capabilities
CAPABILITY ASSESSMENT LEGEND
Status Current Mitigation Use Future Opportunity
Currently in use or present. Used widely for mitigation. Opportunity to expand and integrate.
(Sort of) Seldomly used or limited
presence. Limited use in mitigation planning. Limited opportunity to expand and integrate.
(No) Not present or available. Not used in mitigation planning. No opportunity to expand or integrate.
HMP Integration
Notes / Additional Detail Resource Status
Current
Mitigation
Use
Future
Opportunity
Administrative and Technical
Community Planning and Development Services
Community Planner Green Yellow Green The Community Development Department has a
Senior Planner as dedicated staff.
Civil Engineer Green Yellow Green The Public Works has two or more staff dedicated
to engineering.
Building Code Official (Full time
or Augmented) Orange Orange Green
Floodplain Administrator Orange Orange Green
Fire Marshal Yellow Yellow Green The Fort Bragg Fire Department includes a full-
time Fire Chief and a Fire Prevention Officer.
Dedicated Public Outreach
Personnel Yellow Yellow Green
GIS Specialist and Capability Orange Orange Green
Emergency Manager Green Orange Green City Manager is the emergency services director
for the City.
Full-Time Building Official Orange Orange Green
Grant Manager, Writer, or
Specialist Orange Orange Green
Other N/A N/A N/A
Warning Systems/Services
General
Green Yellow Green
MendoAlert.
The City uses local radio stations (KOZT FM 95.3 /
95.9), the county web site, as well as the city web
site to post information about emegency or disaster
situation that affects the city.
Flood Yellow Yellow Green
Wildfire Yellow Yellow Green
Geological Hazards Yellow Yellow Green
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2.5.1.3 Financial Capabilities
Table 2-10: Fiscal Capabilities Summary
CAPABILITY ASSESSMENT LEGEND
Status Current Mitigation Use Future Opportunity
Currently in use or present. Used widely for mitigation. Opportunity to expand and integrate.
(Sort of) Seldomly used or limited
presence. Limited use in mitigation planning. Limited opportunity to expand and integrate.
(No) Not present or available. Not used in mitigation planning. No opportunity to expand or integrate.
HMP Integration
Notes / Additional Detail Resource Status
Current
Mitigation
Use
Future
Opportunity
Fiscal Capabilities
Financial Resources for Hazard Mitigation
Levy for Specific Purposes with
Voter Approval Green Yellow Green
Utilities Fees Green Yellow Green
Benefit assessments Green Orange Green
System Development Fee Green Yellow Green
General Obligation Bonds to
Incur Debt Green Yellow Green
Special Tax Bonds to Incur Debt Green Orange Green
Withheld Spending in Hazard-
Prone Areas Green Orange Green
Stormwater Service Fees Green Orange Green
Capital Improvement Project
Funding Green Green Green
Recent examples are the 2020 Maple Street Storm
Drain and Alley Project and the Wastewater
Treatment Facility Upgrade.
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2.5.1.4 Education and Outreach
Table 2-11: Education / Outreach Capabilities Summary
CAPABILITY ASSESSMENT LEGEND
Status Current Mitigation Use Future Opportunity
Currently in use or present. Used widely for mitigation. Opportunity to expand and integrate.
(Sort of) Seldomly used or limited
presence. Limited use in mitigation planning. Limited opportunity to expand and integrate.
(No) Not present or available. Not used in mitigation planning. No opportunity to expand or integrate.
HMP Integration
Notes / Additional Detail Resource Status
Current
Mitigation
Use
Future
Opportunity
Education / Outreach Capabilities
Education/Outreach Resources
Website Dedicated to Hazard
Topics Green Yellow Green
Dedicated Social Media Orange Orange Green
Hazard Info. Avail. at Library/
Planning Desk Yellow Yellow Green
Annual Public Safety Events Orange Yellow Green
Ability to Field Public Tech.
Assistance Requests Green Yellow Green
Public Safety Newsletters or
Printed Outreach Green Yellow Green
Fire Safe Councils Green Yellow Green The Mendocino County Fire Safe Council assists
local Councils with a variety of needs.
Resource Conservation Districts
Green Yellow Green
The Mendocino County Resource Conservation
District has implemented a wide range of programs
across the County.
Other N/A N/A N/A
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2.5.2 Mitigation Actions
Mitigation actions were developed based upon the
jurisdiction’s priorities, risk assessment results, and
mitigation alternatives. The mitigation action
prioritization method used by all participating
jurisdictions is described in Section 5.5.1 of Volume 1.
Table 2-12 lists each priority mitigation action,
responsible party, time frame, potential funding
source, implementation steps, and resources need to
implement based upon the Planning Committee
consensus.
Each participating jurisdiction, including the City of
Fort Bragg, considered ongoing relevancy of
mitigation actions from the existing MJHMP and
retained or removed such actions while adding new
relevant actions as well. Mitigation actions were
examined for relevancy and the potential for future
implementation and then evaluated for potential
follow-up. Some mitigation actions developed during
the previous HMP effort were not included because
they were an inherent part of the HMP update process
or were not detailed enough for implementation at a
local Jurisdiction level. City of Fort Bragg has made
significant changes to other mitigation actions because of the updated risk assessment and
implementation strategy, to include more detail, or to update based on current mitigation practices.
Volume 1, Section 5.5.2 provides a record of County-wide mitigation actions, the status, and additional
notes for each action.
Table 2-12 lists each mitigation action for City of Fort Bragg. Each participating jurisdiction developed
unique mitigation actions, targeted at their own unique priorities and vulnerabilities. Each mitigation
action identifies the responsible party, time frame, potential funding source, implementation steps and
resources needed to implement these priority mitigation actions. As a living document, hazard problem
statements and mitigation activities will be updated through MAST. The detail in Table 2-12 meets the
regulatory requirements of FEMA and DMA 2000.
Figure 2-13: Mitigation Action Key
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Table 2-12: City of Fort Bragg Mitigation Actions
Mitigation No. Hazard
Type
Mitigation
Type
Status Year Primary
Agency
Title/Description Responsible
Party
Estimated Cost Estimated Benefit Time
Frame
HMA
Activity
Type
Potential Grant
Source
Priority Related
Problem
Statements
ma-CC-FB-204 Climate
Change
PRV -
Prevention
Pending 2020 City of Fort
Bragg
Develop project to address increased
salinity in drinking water intakes
due to reduced river levels (drought)
paired with sea level rise or tsunami
effects
Public Works/
Engineering
High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
5-10 Years Project HMGP / BRIC ,
CDBG DRI
High ps-CC-FB-19,
ps-FL-FB-11
ma-DR-FB-231 Drought PPRO -
Property
Protection
Pending 2020 City of Fort
Bragg
Explore water supply contingency
and alternative water supplies to
improve water supply and delivery
and wastewater treatment capacity
in times of drought
Public Works Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
Medium - Project will have
a long-term impact on the
reduction of risk exposure
for life and property, or
project will not provide an
immediate reduction in the
risk exposure for property.
3-5 Years Planning HMGP / BRIC Medium ps-DR-FB-2, ps-
DR-FB-3, ps-FL-
FB-11
ma-EQ-FB-9 Earthquake PPRO -
Property
Protection
Pending 2014 City of Fort
Bragg
Seismically retrofit or replace public
works and/or emergency response
facilities that are necessary during
and/or immediately after a disaster
or emergency. Specific needs for fire
department, corporation yard, and
hospital.
Public Works
Department/
Engineering
Division
Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
3-5 Years Project HMGP / BRIC ,
AFG , FP&S
High ps-EQ-FB-4, ps-
EQ-FB-5, ps-
EQ-FB-6
ma-EQ-FB-12 Earthquake PE&A -
Public
Education &
Awareness
Ongoing 2008 City of Fort
Bragg
Develop an unreinforced masonry
grant program to correct problems,
such as bracing chimneys, on
residential and nonresidential
buildings.
High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
Ongoing Project HMGP / BRIC High ps-EQ-FB-7
ma-EW-FB-13 Extreme
Weather
PPRO -
Property
Protection
Ongoing 2008 City of Fort
Bragg
Install underground utilities or clear
right-of-way for utilities that
provide power and communication
to critical facilities and are at-risk to
failure during a winter storm event.
Public Works High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
5-10 Years Project HMGP / BRIC ,
FP&S , CDBG DRI
High ps-EW-FB-8,
ps-EW-FB-9
ma-FL-FB-10 Flood PPRO -
Property
Protection
Pending 2014 City of Fort
Bragg
Reinforce County and local ramps,
bridges, and roads from flooding
through protection activities,
including elevating the road and
installing culverts beneath the road
or building a higher bridge across
the area that experiences regular
flooding.
Public Works
Department/
Engineering
Division
Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
3-5 Years Project HMGP / BRIC ,
CDBG DRI
High ps-FL-FB-10
ma-FL-FB-232 Flood PE&A -
Public
Education &
Awareness
Ongoing 2020 City of Fort
Bragg
Develop a public outreach program
that informs property owners
located in areas of concern for flood
but not necessarily in flood zone,
such as Ocean Lake Mobile Home
Park, about voluntary flood
insurance.
City Manager
initially
Low - The project could be funded
under the existing budget. The
project is part of or can be part of an
ongoing existing program.
Medium - Project will have
a long-term impact on the
reduction of risk exposure
for life and property, or
project will not provide an
immediate reduction in the
risk exposure for property.
Ongoing 5% HMGP / BRIC High ps-FL-FB-10
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Mitigation No. Hazard
Type
Mitigation
Type
Status Year Primary
Agency
Title/Description Responsible
Party
Estimated Cost Estimated Benefit Time
Frame
HMA
Activity
Type
Potential Grant
Source
Priority Related
Problem
Statements
ma-PN-FB-233 Pandemic ES -
Emergency
Services
Pending 2020 City of Fort
Bragg
Install additional barriers and
proper ventilation in Emergency
Operations Center (EOC, City Hall) to
allow for operation of EOC during
pandemic and hazard event
Directorate of
Emergency
Services
High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 Years Project HMGP / BRIC ,
AFG , FP&S ,
CDBG DRI
High ps-PN-FB-12,
ps-WF-FB-18
ma-PN-FB-235 Pandemic ES -
Emergency
Services
Pending 2020 City of Fort
Bragg
Institute necessary structural
improvements to evacuation
centers/ sheltering locations to
allow for proper ventilation, space
for staff, and structural barriers to be
used during pandemic and hazard
event.
Directorate of
Emergency
Services
High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 Years Project HMGP / BRIC ,
AFG , FP&S ,
CDBG DRI
High ps-PN-FB-13,
ps-WF-FB-18
ma-PN-FB-236 Pandemic ES -
Emergency
Services
Pending 2020 City of Fort
Bragg
Develop alternative sheltering/
evacuation locations for distancing
required during pandemic and other
hazard event
Directorate of
Emergency
Services
Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 Years Project HMGP / BRIC High ps-PN-FB-14,
ps-WF-FB-18
ma-SF-FB-237 Slope
Failure
PPRO -
Property
Protection
Ongoing 2020 City of Fort
Bragg
Retrofit well and water delivery
pipes frequently subjected to
landslides.
Public Works High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
5-10 Years Project HMGP / BRIC ,
CDBG DRI
High ps-SF-FB-15
ma-SF-FB-245 Slope
Failure
PPRO -
Property
Protection
Ongoing 2020 City of Fort
Bragg
Initiate process to understand
landslide susceptibility for
emergency egress, including land
ownership and CalTrans funding
opportunities, both north and west
of Fort Bragg (Hwy 1 and Hwy 20).
Admin, Public
Works
Low - The project could be funded
under the existing budget. The
project is part of or can be part of an
ongoing existing program.
Medium - Project will have
a long-term impact on the
reduction of risk exposure
for life and property, or
project will not provide an
immediate reduction in the
risk exposure for property.
3-5 Years Planning HMGP / BRIC Medium ps-SF-FB-16
ma-WF-FB-7 Wildfire PRV -
Prevention
Pending 2014 City of Fort
Bragg
Develop a community wildfire
mitigation plan that identifies and
prioritizes areas for hazard fuel
reduction treatments, and
recommend the types of methods of
treatments.
Community
Development
Department
Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
Medium - Project will have
a long-term impact on the
reduction of risk exposure
for life and property, or
project will not provide an
immediate reduction in the
risk exposure for property.
1-3 years,
ongoing
Planning HMGP / BRIC ,
AFG , FP&S
Medium
ma-WF-FB-14 Wildfire PPRO -
Property
Protection
Ongoing 2008 City of Fort
Bragg
Develop an urban fire prevention
program that provides grant funding
for property owners to update
structures that currently not meet
the CBC and California Fire Code,
focusing on areas in eastern portion
of City.
City Admin High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
Medium - Project will have
a long-term impact on the
reduction of risk exposure
for life and property, or
project will not provide an
immediate reduction in the
risk exposure for property.
3-5 Years Planning AFG , FP&S Medium ps-WF-FB-17
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Mendocino County
Multi-Jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation Plan
CITY OF POINT ARENA (PA)
Municipal Participating Jurisdiction Annex
Section 3. City of Point Arena ............................................................................................................ 3-1
3.1 Purpose ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 3-1
3.2 Planning Methodology ................................................................................................................................................................. 3-1
3.3 What’s New ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 3-2
3.3.1 Mitigation Successes .......................................................................................................................................................... 3-3
3.4 Risk Assessment ........................................................................................................................................................................... 3-4
3.4.1 Hazard Screening Criteria ................................................................................................................................................ 3-4
3.4.2 Hazard Risk Ranking ......................................................................................................................................................... 3-6
3.4.3 Vulnerability Assessment ............................................................................................................................................... 3-7
3.5 Mitigation Strategy ..................................................................................................................................................................... 3-23
3.5.1 Capabilities Assessment ................................................................................................................................................. 3-23
3.5.2 Mitigation Actions ............................................................................................................................................................ 3-29
List of Figures
Figure 3-1: City of Point Arena Location ..................................................................................................................................... 3-2
Figure 3-2: Damage to Arena Cover Parking Lot in 2017 ...................................................................................................... 3-3
Figure 3-3: City of Point Arena Risk Assessment ................................................................................................................... 3-8
Figure 3-4: City of Point Arena M7.4 Maacama Garberville Snapshot ........................................................................... 3-9
Figure 3-5: City of Point Arena M7.8 N. San Andreas -N. Coast – Peninsula – SC MTN Snapshot ...................3-10
Figure 3-6: City of Point Arena FEMA Flood Risk Exposure Snapshot ......................................................................... 3-11
Figure 3-7: City of Point Arena Average Annual Precipitation (1981-2010. Inches) ................................................. 3-12
Figure 3-8: City of Point Arena Annual Average Wind Speed (Power Class) .............................................................. 3-13
Figure 3-9: City of Point Arena Mean Fire Return Interval ............................................................................................... 3-14
Figure 3-10: City of Point Arena Wildfire Risk Exposure Snapshot ................................................................................ 3-15
Figure 3-11: Guidance for Problem Statements ....................................................................................................................... 3-19
Figure 3-12: Mitigation Action Key .............................................................................................................................................. 3-29
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List of Tables
Table 3-1: Planning Committee Members....................................................................................................................................3-1
Table 3-2: Cancelled Mitigation Actions ..................................................................................................................................... 3-3
Table 3-3: County Hazard Prioritization (Vol. 1) ....................................................................................................................... 3-5
Table 3-4: Document Review Crosswalk ..................................................................................................................................... 3-6
Table 3-5: NFIP Status Table .......................................................................................................................................................... 3-18
Table 3-6: Problem Statements ..................................................................................................................................................... 3-19
Table 3-7: Planning and Regulatory Mitigation Capabilities ........................................................................................... 3-24
Table 3-8: Administrative and Technical Capabilities ........................................................................................................3-26
Table 3-9: Fiscal Capabilities Summary ....................................................................................................................................3-27
Table 3-10: Education / Outreach Capabilities Summary .................................................................................................. 3-28
Table 3-11: City of Point Arena Mitigation Actions ............................................................................................................... 3-31
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Section 3. City of Point Arena
3.1 Purpose
This Annex details the hazard mitigation planning elements specific to the City of Point Arena. This Annex
is not intended to be a standalone document but appends to and supplements the information contained
in the base plan document. As such, all sections of the base plan, including the planning process and other
procedural requirements apply to and were met by the City of Point Arena. This Annex provides additional
information specific to the City of Point Arena, with a focus on providing additional details on the planning
process, risk assessment, and mitigation strategy for this community.
Hazard Mitigation Plan Point of Contact
Primary Point of Contact Alternate Point of Contact
Paul Andersen, Administrative Assistant
City of Point Arena
451 School Street,
24000S. Highway 1
Point Arena, CA 95468
Telephone: (707) 882-2122
e-mail Address: admin@pointarena.ca.gov
Richard Shoemaker, City Manager
City of Point Arena
451 School Street,
24000S. Highway 1
Point Arena, CA 95468
Telephone: 707-882-2122
e-mail Address: cm@pointarena.ca.gov
3.2 Planning Methodology
The City of Point Arena followed the planning process detailed in Volume 1, Section 3, including
participating in the County Hazard Mitigation Planning Committee (HMPC) and Steering Committee and
formulating their own internal planning team to support the broader planning process. Internal planning
participants, their positions, and how they participated in the planning process are shown in Table 3-1.
Table 3-1: Planning Committee Members
Planning Committee Members Department
Paul Andersen City of Point Arena
Richard Shoemaker City Manager
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Figure 3-1: City of Point Arena Location
3.3 What’s New
The City of Point Arena has been making improvements toward reducing natural hazard risks to life and
property since the existing MJHMP was adopted.
The City reevaluated previous mitigation actions. The City determined to cancel some due to
reprioritization, lack of funding, or other listed reasons. Currently there are no previous mitigation actions
designated completed. Table 3-2 lists those cancelled mitigation actions along with an explanation for
why. Other mitigation actions are pending or ongoing and are included in Table 3-11.
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Table 3-2: Cancelled Mitigation Actions
Mitigation
No.
Hazard
Type
Status Year Primary
Agency
Title/Description Responsible
Party
Reason Cancelled
ma-AH-
PA-38
All
Hazard
Cancelled 2014 City of Point
Arena
Integrate the Mendocino County
HMP, in particular the hazard
analysis and mitigation strategy
sections, into local planning
documents, including general
plans, emergency operations plans,
and capital improvement plans.
Planning Ongoing work,
opportunities for
integration
reflected in
capabilities
assessment.
ma-SF-
PA-42
Slope
Failure
Cancelled 2008 City of Point
Arena
Retrofit critical infrastructure or
mitigate land (e.g., slope
stabilization, vegetation
management) around critical
infrastructure so that the
infrastructure provides safe ingress
for emergency response vehicles
and safe egress for community
members before or during a
disaster.
No longer a priority
3.3.1 Mitigation Successes
The City of Point Arena has been making improvements toward reducing natural hazard risks to life and
property since the existing MJHMP was adopted. The City has instituted several mitigation actions from
the existing MJHMP. See Vol. 1 for a listing of historic mitigation actions. Listed below is a success story
where the City of Point Arena successfully implemented a hazard mitigation project or planning process.
SUCCESS STORY: Arena Cove Restoration
The City is working with the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the California Office of
Economic Services to obtain funding to mitigate the yearly damage at the Point Arena Pier and the
adjacent Arena Cove parking lot by winter storms. In January of 2017, a strong storm caused significant
damage to pilings on the Point Arena Pier as well
rip-rap that provides a buffer against storm
surge invading the Arena Cove parking lot.
Yearly storm surges have resulted in the moving
of significant debris and flooding of the parking
lot which affects local businesses and the ability
of the commercial and sport fishing
communities utilizing the Cove. Funding will be
used to engineer and replace damaged and
missing wooden pilings on the Pier and to raise
the parking lot and provide a seawall buffer to
prevent storm surges from causing further
erosion of the parking lot. Figure 3-2: Damage to Arena Cover Parking Lot in 2017
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3.4 Risk Assessment
The intent of this section is to profile the City of Point Arena’s hazards and assess the City’s vulnerabilities,
distinct from that of the County-wide planning area. The hazard profiles in Volume 1 discuss overall
impacts to the planning area and describes the hazard problem description, hazard extent,
magnitude/severity, previous occurrences of hazard events and the likelihood of future occurrences. For
more information on Risk Assessment Methodologies, see Vol. 1 and Appendix A.
3.4.1 Hazard Screening Criteria
Planning Team members from each participating jurisdiction collectively discussed which hazards should
be profiled in the Plan and which should not. The results of that discussion can be found in Table 3-3.
Detailed hazard profiles of the most significant County-wide hazards are described in Section 4 of
Volume 1. The Planning Team reviewed previously-prepared hazard mitigation plans and other relevant
documents to determine the realm of natural hazards that have the potential to affect City of Point Arena.
Table 3-4 provides a crosswalk of hazards identified in Vol. 1 of this plan, City of Point Arena General Plan,
and 2018 California State Hazard Mitigation Plan. The crosswalk was used to develop a preliminary
hazards list, providing a framework for the Planning Team members to evaluate which hazards were truly
relevant to City of Point Arena and which ones were not. Section 0 below describes the hazard risk ranking
process that was performed by the planning team which prioritized hazards that are specifically relevant
to City of Point Arena.
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Table 3-3: County Hazard Prioritization (Vol. 1)
Hazard Type Explanation
Climate Change High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Dam/ Levee failure High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Drought High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Earthquake/ Geologic Hazards High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Flood High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Hazardous Material While hazardous materials can release and impact the County, there
are better avenues to address this hazard outside this plan.
High Winds/ Straight Line Winds High priority county-wide, profiled as part of Severe Weather.
Insect Hazards While hazardous insects exist in Mendocino County, this was not
considered a priority and is not profiled in this plan.
Pandemic Disease High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Severe Weather, including: High priority county-wide for heavy wind and heavy rain.
Extreme Heat Not a priority as extreme weather event, discussed as climate change
impact.
Hail Hail events are rare in Mendocino County and not profiled in this
plan.
High Wind Profiled as part of Severe Weather hazard.
Heavy Rain Profiled as part of Severe Weather hazard.
Fog While fog events do occur within Mendocino County, they are rare
and are not considered a priority.
Lightning Not a priority as an extreme weather event; discussed as source of
wildfire.
Severe Thunderstorm Severe thunderstorms were not identified as a priority in this plan.
Winter Storm / Extreme Cold/
Freeze Events
While winter storms are present in Mendocino County, they were not
identified as a priority for this plan.
Slope Failure High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Soil Hazards High priority county-wide, profiled hazard (includes erosion and
naturally-occurring asbestos).
Terrorism/Human Caused Threats
While terrorism is certainly a threat to the County and participating
jurisdictions, it is best addressed in other plans as this HMP does not
address human-caused threats.
Tornado Impacts to the County from tornados are extremely unlikely, if any.
Volcanic Activity Due to distance from volcanoes and the limited chance of an
eruption, this hazard was not identified as a priority.
Wildfire High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
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Table 3-4: Document Review Crosswalk
Hazards
2014 Mendocino
County
MJHMP
2006 City of Point
Arena General Plan
/Local Coastal Plan
2009 Mendocino
County
General Plan
2018 California
State
HMP
Agricultural Pests ■ ■
Climate Change ■ ■
Dam Failure ■ ■ ■
Drought ■ ■ ■ ■
Earthquake ■ ■ ■ ■
Flood ■ ■ ■ ■
Insect Hazards ■
Landslide ■ ■ ■
Levee Failure ■* ■
Manmade Hazards ■ ■
Pandemic Disease ■ ■
Sea Level Rise ■ ■
Severe Weather ■
Soil Hazards ■**
Terrorism & Tech
Hazards ■
Tsunami ■ ■ ■ ■
Volcano ■
Wildfire ■*** ■ ■ ■
* included as part of dam failure
** included naturally occurring asbestos
*** included urban conflagration
3.4.2 Hazard Risk Ranking
The City of Point Arena’s Planning Team used the same hazard prioritization process as the Mendocino
County Planning Committee. This process is described in detail in Section 4.3.1 of Vol. 1. Figure 3-3 displays
the results of the hazard risk ranking exercise that was performed by the Planning Team. The Planning
Team chose to assess City of Point Arena’s vulnerability to following hazards:
▪ Climate Change ▪ Earthquake
▪ Pandemic ▪ Flood
▪ Extreme Weather ▪ Wildfire
All of these hazards have been profiled in Vol. 1 of this document. The purpose of this annex to specifically
address City of Point Arena’s vulnerability to these specifically-identified hazards.
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3.4.3 Vulnerability Assessment
Assessing vulnerabilities exposes the unique characteristics of individual hazards and begins the process
of narrowing down which areas within City of Point Arena are vulnerable to specific hazard events. The
vulnerability assessment considered unique local knowledge of hazards and impacts and a GIS overlaying
method for examining such vulnerabilities more in depth. Using these methods, participating jurisdictions
estimated vulnerable populations, infrastructure, and potential losses from hazards.
3.4.3.1 Risk Assessment
Each participating jurisdiction developed a risk matrix that assessed the probability and impact of various
hazards within the jurisdiction. Figure 3-3 is the jurisdiction’s risk assessment, which was completed in
part using the web based and interactive Risk Assessment Mapping Platform (RAMP), accessed via the
project website at www.mitigatehazards.com. RAMP allows interactive discovery of robust risk,
vulnerability, and exposure data developed especially for Mendocino County. RAMP is a mapping platform
built specifically for mitigation planning. It displays County/jurisdiction facilities and buildings overlaid
with natural hazards layers to bring interactivity and individual discovery to the GIS analysis performed
for the MJHMP. See Vol. 1 for a detailed description of RAMP. The Planning Team used RAMP in meetings
and as needed to understand vulnerabilities to City of Point Arena. Users interactively filter facilities and
buildings by natural hazard zones and/or construction characteristics.
3.4.3.2 Snapshot Exposure Maps
The included snapshot maps, displayed below in Figure 3-4 through Figure 3-10, illustrate City of Point
Arena’s vulnerability to specific hazards. Figures include:
▪ Figure 3-4: City of Point Arena M7.4 Maacama Garberville Snapshot
▪ Figure 3-5: City of Point Arena M7.8 N. San Andreas -N. Coast – Peninsula – SC MTN Snapshot
▪ Figure 3-6: City of Point Arena FEMA Flood Risk Exposure Snapshot
▪ Figure 3-7: City of Point Arena Average Annual Precipitation (1981-2010. Inches)
▪ Figure 3-8: City of Point Arena Annual Average Wind Speed (Power Class)
▪ Figure 3-9: City of Point Arena Mean Fire Return Interval
▪ Figure 3-10: City of Point Arena Wildfire Risk Exposure Snapshot
Based on the above risk assessment, the snapshot maps focus on those hazards prioritized by the
jurisdiction. These maps helped the Planning Team understand the exposure of population, parcels, and
critical infrastructure to specific hazards. Each map contains an exposure summary that displays the
percent of the population, the improvement and content value of parcels, and the amount of critical
infrastructure that is exposed to each respective hazard.
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Figure 3-3: City of Point Arena Risk Assessment
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Figure 3-4: City of Point Arena M7.4 Maacama Garberville Snapshot
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Figure 3-5: City of Point Arena M7.8 N. San Andreas -N. Coast – Peninsula – SC MTN Snapshot
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Figure 3-6: City of Point Arena FEMA Flood Risk Exposure Snapshot
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Figure 3-7: City of Point Arena Average Annual Precipitation (1981-2010. Inches)
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Figure 3-8: City of Point Arena Annual Average Wind Speed (Power Class)
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Figure 3-9: City of Point Arena Mean Fire Return Interval
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Figure 3-10: City of Point Arena Wildfire Risk Exposure Snapshot
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3.4.3.3 Past and Future Development
The City of Point Arena is a general law city that crafts its own development regulations and is subject to
State law. Future development is subject to compliance with State of California planning, zoning,
subdivision, and architecture laws.
The GP is designed to help the City address issues related to land use, circulation (traffic), housing, open
space, conservation, noise, and safety. The Land Use portion of the plan helps guide the City in determining
the location of future development(s), including possible future annexation. In addition to the GP, the City
has other plans that guide development in specific areas, including specific plans, policy plans, and master
plans. These plans help to shape future development and dictate the City’s Sphere of Influence (SOI). One
of the central functions in these planning documents is to decrease risk of impact from natural hazards.
While growth has occurred in hazard areas in the past, increasing hazard risks to some degree, those risks
are also decreased by development standards and plan requirements that serve to mitigate or avoid those
risks. Problematic development generally occurred many decades ago, and thus much of this HMP focuses
on retrofits or replacements from that older construction.
City of Point Arena is required to update building codes to meet the minimum standards to those required
in the California Building Code last updated in 2019. California Building Codes provide some of the safest
construction standards in the world and are meant to reduce risk to occupants from high wind, seismic
activity, landslides, flood, wildfire, and other natural hazards. In addition to California minimum develop
standards, all jurisdictions belong to the NFIP, as such, all development must meet minimum flood
protection standards set forth by FEMA. See Section 4.3.5 of Volume 1 for more information about past and
future development in Mendocino County.
As the General Plan is updated and incorporates information from this HMP, City of Point Arena staff are
continually improving hazard information through these hazard mitigation plan updates. With this 2020
update, improved online mapping about natural hazards available on RAMP will inform those responsible
for future development to make better decisions where and how future development occurs.
City of Point Arena reviewed its general plans under the capability assessments undertaken for this hazard
mitigation plan in Section 3.5.1. Deficiencies revealed by these reviews are identified as mitigation actions
to decrease risks to move beyond past trends.
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The City’s municipal codes includes regulations to mitigate the impact of hazards on new and existing
development, including:
▪ Drainage and stormwater retention requirements,
▪ Steep slope restrictions for new development,
▪ Waterbody buffer requirements,
▪ Floodplain management regulations,
▪ Zoning that prevents development in hazardous areas of the community such as floodplains,
landslide areas, the wildland-urban interface (WUI), or other known hazard areas, and
▪ Building codes that include the most up-to-date California Fire Code, seismic standards, and many
other provisions crafted to protect new construction from hazard events.
Even in the event that limited development did occur within a hazard area, the municipal code should
ensure impacts from a hazard event are mitigated and losses are minimal. If development does occur in
hazard areas, evacuation and emergency planning should take into consideration the anticipated local
impacts of the hazard event, including potential interrupted services or the elimination of access.
The anticipated growth in the City will not cause significant change in vulnerability to the City for
identified priority hazards.
3.4.3.3.1 National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)
The NFIP makes federally backed flood insurance available to homeowners, renters, and business owners
in participating communities. FEMA has prepared a detailed Flood Insurance Study (FIS) for Mendocino
County and municipalities. The study presents water surface elevations for floods of various magnitudes,
including the 1-percent annual chance flood and the 0.2-percent annual chance flood (the 500-YR flood).
Base flood elevations and the boundaries of the 100- and 500-YR floodplains are shown on Flood Insurance
Rate Maps (FIRMs), which are the principle tool for identifying the extent and location of the flood hazard.
FIRMs are the most detailed and consistent data source available, and for many communities they
represent the minimum area of oversight under their floodplain management program. See Section 4 of
Volume 1 for general information on the NFIP.
The City of Point Arena has participated in the NFIP since 1984. City of Point Arena is currently in good
standing with the provisions of the NFIP. Compliance is monitored by FEMA regional staff and by the
California Department of Water Resources under a contract with FEMA. Maintaining compliance under
the NFIP is an important component of flood risk reduction. See Table 3-5 for more information on the
City’s policies and historic flood insurance claims.
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Table 3-5: NFIP Status Table
NFIP Status Participating since 08/03/84
Policies in Force 3
Policies in SFHA 1
Policies in non-SFHA 2
Total Claims Paid 2
Paid Losses $0
Repetitive Loss Properties 0
Severe Repetitive Loss Properties 0
Repetitive Loss Payment by NFIP on Building N/D
Repetitive Loss Payment by NFIP on Contents N/D
See Volume 1, Section 4.5 for more information on the NFIP.
3.4.3.4 Identify Hazard Problem Statements
As part of the mitigation action identification process, the Planning Committee for each jurisdiction
identified areas of concern (aka problem statements) for their respective facilities based on the risk
assessment and vulnerability analysis, utilizing the RAMP mapping and static snapshot maps. Problem
statements focused on the impact, victim, or threat that the hazard could create in the jurisdiction, as
described in Figure 3-11. Identifying common issues and weaknesses through these problem statements
assisted the Planning Committee in understanding the realm of resources needed for mitigation.
Jurisdiction problem statements are listed in Table 3-6.
The goal is to have at least one mitigation action for every problem statement. Projects or actions have
been developed to mitigate each problem identified. See Table 3-11 for a full list of mitigation actions and
corresponding problem statements that they address. Each problem statement is coded with a problem
number for cross-referencing between Table 3-6 and Table 3-11.
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Figure 3-11: Guidance for Problem Statements
Table 3-6: Problem Statements
Problem
No.
Hazard Area of
Concern
Mitigation
Alternatives
Primary
Agency
Problem Description Related MA
ps-CC-PA-98 Climate
Change
Impact PRV - Prevention ,
PPRO - Property
Protection , NRP -
Natural Resource
Protection , SP -
Structural Projects
City of
Point
Arena
Extreme rain events, one of the
biggest issues for the City, are
projected to worsen along with
flood and wildfire.
ps-EQ-PA-
109
Earthquake Impact PPRO - Property
Protection , SP -
Structural Projects
City of
Point
Arena
WWTP and water treatment are
both blocked from Arena Creek by
berming that could be
compromised during earthquake.
Could cause creek pollution.
ma-AH-PA-211
ps-EQ-PA-
110
Earthquake Impact PPRO - Property
Protection , SP -
Structural Projects
City of
Point
Arena
City Firehouse is unreinforced
masonry, currently houses public
works vehicles, other storage.
Needs significant repairs to be
utilized for public use. Recent
study identifies recommended
repairs.
ma-EQ-PA-41
ps-EQ-PA-
111
Earthquake Impact PPRO - Property
Protection , SP -
Structural Projects
City of
Point
Arena
WWTP and water treatment
facilities have not been inspected
for seismic structural or non-
structural repairs in many years.
ma-AH-PA-211
IMPACT
Casualties
Property Damage
Business Interruption
Financial Loss
Environmental Contamination
VICTIM
School Children in Hazard High
Hazard Areas
Care Facilities in High Hazard
Area
Vulnerable Population Exposed to
hazards
THREAT
Increased Fuels due to drought
Hotter, drier climates
More Intense Storms
Impervious surfaces = greater
runoff
Increases of Invasive Species
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Problem
No.
Hazard Area of
Concern
Mitigation
Alternatives
Primary
Agency
Problem Description Related MA
ps-EQ-PA-
112
Earthquake Victim PPRO - Property
Protection , SP -
Structural Projects
City of
Point
Arena
The City Hall (which includes law
enforcement, EOP) has not had
recent seismic upgrades or even
assessment in many years. There
is an upcoming assessment of
general repairs needed for facility
that will capture many hazard-
related upgrades needed.
ma-EQ-PA-41
ps-EQ-PA-
113
Earthquake Impact PPRO - Property
Protection , SP -
Structural Projects
City of
Point
Arena
A large water tank is located
immediately upstream of town
and thus could create significant
damage if fails during EQ
ma-EQ-PA-212
ps-EW-PA-
99
Extreme
Weather
Impact PPRO - Property
Protection , PE&A -
Public Education &
Awareness , ES -
Emergency Services ,
SP - Structural
Projects
City of
Point
Arena
Primary impact is from severe
rainfall for Point Arena, not really
any other severe weather issues.
ma-AH-PA-211
ps-EW-PA-
100
Extreme
Weather
Impact PPRO - Property
Protection , NRP -
Natural Resource
Protection , SP -
Structural Projects
City of
Point
Arena
Arena Cove experiences localized
flooding from severe rain events,
can be compounded by high tide
and coastal erosion.
ma-AH-PA-211
ps-EW-PA-
101
Extreme
Weather
Impact PPRO - Property
Protection , NRP -
Natural Resource
Protection , SP -
Structural Projects
City of
Point
Arena
Extreme rain events can create
landslides that block access to the
wastewater treatment plant.
ma-AH-PA-211
ps-EW-PA-
102
Extreme
Weather
Impact PPRO - Property
Protection , SP -
Structural Projects
City of
Point
Arena
Mill Road experiences significant
sheet flow from north to south,
through homeowners’ properties
and into Arena Creek. The City has
undertaken design work to
address this issue and needs
funding to complete project.
ma-EW-PA-
213
ps-EW-PA-
103
Extreme
Weather
Threat NRP - Natural
Resource Protection ,
SP - Structural
Projects
City of
Point
Arena
Historic cattle grazing and over-
vegetation along Arena Creek
create flooding on Port Rd,
important economically to access
Arena Cove.
ma-AH-PA-
214
ps-FL-PA-91 Flood Impact PPRO - Property
Protection , NRP -
Natural Resource
Protection , SP -
Structural Projects
City of
Point
Arena
Arena Cove experiences localized
flooding from severe rain events,
including parking lot, and can be
compounded by high tide and
coastal erosion.
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Problem
No.
Hazard Area of
Concern
Mitigation
Alternatives
Primary
Agency
Problem Description Related MA
ps-FL-PA-92 Flood Impact PPRO - Property
Protection , SP -
Structural Projects
City of
Point
Arena
WWTP and pump station are in
close proximity to Arena Creek
and subject to flooding, loss of
power which could impede water
service.
ma-AH-PA-211
ps-FL-PA-93 Flood Impact NRP - Natural
Resource Protection ,
SP - Structural
Projects
City of
Point
Arena
Historic cattle grazing and over-
vegetation along Arena Creek
create flooding on Port Rd,
important economically to access
Arena Cove.
ma-AH-PA-
214
ps-FL-PA-
105
Flood Victim PRV - Prevention ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness , ES -
Emergency Services
City of
Point
Arena
Hwy 1 north of town regularly
floods for periods of up to three
days, blocking northerly access to
Ft Bragg hospital
ps-PN-PA-
94
Pandemic Victim PRV - Prevention , ES -
Emergency Services ,
SP - Structural
Projects
City of
Point
Arena
City EOP facility (City Hall) does
not have proper social distancing
facilities needs (plastic barriers for
public interaction on desks,
adequate ventilation).
ma-PN-PA-217
ps-PN-PA-
95
Pandemic Victim PRV - Prevention , SP -
Structural Projects
City of
Point
Arena
Need for additional sheltering
locations in event of pandemic
social distancing needs paired
with another hazard event (flood,
wildfire, earthquake)
ma-PN-PA-218
ps-PN-PA-
96
Pandemic Victim PRV - Prevention , ES -
Emergency Services ,
SP - Structural
Projects
City of
Point
Arena
Utilities and critical facilities may
not have adequate fresh air/
ventilation to be appropriate for
essential work during pandemic.
ma-PN-PA-219
ps-PN-PA-
97
Pandemic Threat PRV - Prevention ,
PPRO - Property
Protection , ES -
Emergency Services ,
SP - Structural
Projects
City of
Point
Arena
Community center/ evacuation
center may not have adequate
staffing space, structural barriers,
or ventilation to be used safely
during pandemic.
ma-PN-PA-
220
ps-WF-PA-
104
Wildfire Impact PRV - Prevention ,
PPRO - Property
Protection , NRP -
Natural Resource
Protection
City of
Point
Arena
BLM land abuts northwest end of
town (west of Hwy 1) with
significant dead trees. A fire is in
line with prevailing winds to bring
fire towards town.
ma-WF-PA-35,
ma-WF-PA-43
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Problem
No.
Hazard Area of
Concern
Mitigation
Alternatives
Primary
Agency
Problem Description Related MA
ps-WF-PA-
106
Wildfire Victim PRV - Prevention ,
PPRO - Property
Protection , SP -
Structural Projects
City of
Point
Arena
City Hall is close to the concerning
wildfire area northwest of City.
ps-WF-PA-
107
Wildfire Victim PRV - Prevention , ES -
Emergency Services
City of
Point
Arena
Wildfires cause PSPS. ma-AH-PA-
286
ps-WF-PA-
108
Wildfire Victim PRV - Prevention ,
PPRO - Property
Protection , SP -
Structural Projects
City of
Point
Arena
Because PG&E failed to designate
a community resource center
within Point Area at the Veteran’s
Bldg, the City does not have
financial support to provide
needed sheltering during PSPS
events.
ma-AH-PA-
286
3.4.3.5 Mitigation Action Support Tool (MAST)
As a living document, hazard problem statements and mitigation activities will be updated through a web
interface application developed specifically for participating jurisdictions. The Mitigation Action Support
Tool (MAST) is accessible through https://mitigatehazards.com/mendocino-county/.
MAST is a web-based interactive tool that enables multiple users to search, view, enter, and update
mitigation actions, ideas or projects, and other information. MAST provides participating jurisdictions and
plan reviewers (Cal OES/FEMA) access to valuable mitigation information that can be leveraged by future
planning or other risk reduction efforts within the County. Participating jurisdictions can update the status
of their mitigation projects throughout the planning lifecycle, and this web-based tool will improve
participating jurisdiction’s ability to apply for FEMA’s Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA) grant programs
including initial grant application processes through Cal OES.
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3.5 Mitigation Strategy
The mitigation strategy is the guidebook to future hazard mitigation administration, capturing the key
outcomes of the MJHMP planning process. The mitigation strategy is intended to reduce vulnerabilities
outlined in the previous section (a.k.a. problem statements) with a prescription of policies and physical
projects. These mitigation actions should be compatible with existing planning mechanisms and should
outline specific roles and resources for implementation success.
3.5.1 Capabilities Assessment
This section examines the planning and regulatory, administrative, technical, financial, educational, and
outreach capabilities to augment known issues and weaknesses from identified natural hazards.
Capabilities assessments include considerations of a community’s adaptive capacity for climate change,
as outlined in Cal OES’ 2020 California Adaptation Planning Guide. Adaptive capacity is a community or
region’s existing ability to moderate climate change impacts. Assessing adaptive capacity includes
analysis of policies, plans, programs, funding, and staffing capacity. (Cal. Adaptation Planning Guide, 2020,
p. 94)
The tables in this section explore various local planning mechanisms, administrative capacity, financial
capabilities, and education and outreach initiatives. The columns in each table represent deeper dives into
the following questions:
▪ Is the existing planning or regulatory mechanism used currently? (Column 1, Status)
▪ Has the HMP been integrated into the planning mechanism currently so that the named
mechanism is currently used in HMP planning? (Column 2, Current Mitigation Use)
▪ Is there a future opportunity to expand, improve upon, and incorporate this 2020 HMP Update into
the planning or regulatory mechanism? (Column 3, Future Opportunity)
The capabilities assessment is easily-digestible and based on color coding to indicate which policies and
plans are adequate, need improvement or in which the HMP could be integrated. Each table includes a
legend that explain how each one of these questions are being answered according to the color indicated:
green, yellow, and orange.
For more information on the regulatory environment surrounding each hazard, see hazard-specific
sections of Volume 1. Volume 1, Section 5.3.5 includes an extensive list of federal and state funding
opportunities as well.
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3.5.1.1 Planning and Regulatory Capabilities
Table 3-7: Planning and Regulatory Mitigation Capabilities
CAPABILITY ASSESSMENT LEGEND
Status Current Mitigation Use Future Opportunity
Currently in use or present. Used widely for mitigation. Opportunity to expand and integrate.
(Sort of) Seldomly used or limited
presence. Limited use in mitigation planning. Limited opportunity to expand and integrate.
(No) Not present or available. Not used in mitigation planning. No opportunity to expand or integrate.
HMP Integration
Notes / Additional Detail Resource Status
Current
Mitigation
Use
Future
Opportunity
Planning and Regulatory Capabilities
Construction and Future Development Regulations
Building Codes Green Green Yellow 2019 California Building Code.
BCEGS Rating
Public Protection (ISO Class) Green Yellow Green Class 8. (Mendocino County Community Wildfire
Protection Plan, 2005).
Hazard Related Development
Standards Green Yellow Green Floodplain Management (Ch.16.10.170-200, 220).
Zoning Ordinance Green Yellow Green
Hazard-Specific Ordinance Green Yellow Green Health and Safety (Ch. 8.20); Fire Regulations
(8.20.010).
Growth Management Ordinance Orange Orange Green
Hazard Reduction Programs (Annually Conducted)
Capital Improvements Program
(CIP) or Plan Green Yellow Green
Erosion/Sediment Control
Program Orange Orange Green
Hazard-Related Public Outreach
Program Orange Orange Green
Stormwater Management
Program (Annual Inspections) Orange Orange Green
Seismic Safety Program (Non-
structural) Orange Orange Green
Earthquake Modernization Plan
(Building Safety) Orange Orange Green
Hazard Plans
General Plan Safety Element Green Yellow Green Adopted in 1995, updated in 2006.
Community Wildfire Protection
Plan (CWPP) Green Yellow Green 2016 County-wide CWPP in existence.
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HMP Integration
Notes / Additional Detail Resource Status
Current
Mitigation
Use
Future
Opportunity
Planning and Regulatory Capabilities
Floodplain Management Plan Orange Orange Green
Stormwater Management Plan Orange Orange Green
Emergency Operations Plan Green Green Green Mendocino County Operational Area Emergency
Operations Plan (2016).
Climate Action Plan Orange Orange Green
Ground Water Management
Planning / Plans Orange Orange Green
Ukiah Valley is the only groundwater basin
required to have a groundwater sustainability plan
in the County.
National Flood Protection Program (NFIP)
Floodplain Management
Regulations Green Yellow Green Floodplain Management (Ch.16.10); Updated in 2017.
Flood Insurance Education and
Technical Assist. Orange Orange Green
Flood Hazard Mapping / Re-
Mapping Green Yellow Green
Community Rating System
(CRS) Orange Orange Green
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3.5.1.2 Administrative and Technical Capabilities
Table 3-8: Administrative and Technical Capabilities
CAPABILITY ASSESSMENT LEGEND
Status Current Mitigation Use Future Opportunity
Currently in use or present. Used widely for mitigation. Opportunity to expand and integrate.
(Sort of) Seldomly used or limited
presence. Limited use in mitigation planning. Limited opportunity to expand and integrate.
(No) Not present or available. Not used in mitigation planning. No opportunity to expand or integrate.
HMP Integration
Notes / Additional Detail Resource Status
Current
Mitigation
Use
Future
Opportunity
Administrative and Technical
Community Planning and Development Services
Community Planner Green Yellow Green The City has one staff dedicated to planning.
Civil Engineer Yellow Yellow Green No on staff, regular relationship with a civil
engineer through SHN.
Building Code Official (Full time
or Augmented) orange orange Green
The City's building procedures are handled by the
County of Mendocino Planning & Building
Department.
Floodplain Administrator orange orange Green
Fire Marshal Yellow Yellow Green Mike Suddith of Redwood Coast Fire Protection
District.
Dedicated Public Outreach
Personnel orange orange Green
GIS Specialist and Capability orange Yellow Green Utilize County GIS expertise
Emergency Manager
Orange Yellow Green
The City Managers for Fort Bragg, Point Arena,
Ukiah, and Willits are members of the Mendocino
County Disaster Council.
Full-Time Building Official orange orange Green
Grant Manager, Writer, or
Specialist orange orange Green
Other N/A N/A N/A
Warning Systems/Services
General Green Yellow Green The City uses MendoAlert for all general
emergencies.
Flood yellow Yellow Green
Wildfire yellow Yellow Green
Geological Hazards yellow Yellow Green
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3.5.1.3 Financial Capabilities
Table 3-9: Fiscal Capabilities Summary
CAPABILITY ASSESSMENT LEGEND
Status Current Mitigation Use Future Opportunity
Currently in use or present. Used widely for mitigation. Opportunity to expand and integrate.
(Sort of) Seldomly used or limited
presence. Limited use in mitigation planning. Limited opportunity to expand and integrate.
(No) Not present or available. Not used in mitigation planning. No opportunity to expand or integrate.
HMP Integration
Notes / Additional Detail Resource Status
Current
Mitigation
Use
Future
Opportunity
Fiscal Capabilities
Financial Resources for Hazard Mitigation
Levy for Specific Purposes with
Voter Approval Green orange Green
Utilities Fees Yellow Yellow Green
Benefit assessments Green Yellow Green
System Development Fee Yellow orange Green
General Obligation Bonds to
Incur Debt Green orange Green
Special Tax Bonds to Incur Debt Green orange Green
Withheld Spending in Hazard-
Prone Areas Green orange Green
Stormwater Service Fees Green orange Green
Capital Improvement Project
Funding Green Yellow Green
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3.5.1.4 Education and Outreach
Table 3-10: Education / Outreach Capabilities Summary
CAPABILITY ASSESSMENT LEGEND
Status Current Mitigation Use Future Opportunity
Currently in use or present. Used widely for mitigation. Opportunity to expand and integrate.
(Sort of) Seldomly used or limited
presence. Limited use in mitigation planning. Limited opportunity to expand and integrate.
(No) Not present or available. Not used in mitigation planning. No opportunity to expand or integrate.
HMP Integration
Notes / Additional Detail Resource Status
Current
Mitigation
Use
Future
Opportunity
Education / Outreach Capabilities
Education/Outreach Resources
Website Dedicated to Hazard
Topics orange orange Green
Dedicated Social Media Yellow Yellow Green use Facebook, Twitter and an email list for
emergencies or impending issues.
Hazard Info. Avail. at Library/
Planning Desk orange orange Green
Annual Public Safety Events orange orange Green
Ability to Field Public Tech.
Assistance Requests Green Yellow Green
Public Safety Newsletters or
Printed Outreach orange orange Green
Fire Safe Councils
Green Yellow Green
The Mendocino County Fire Safe Council assists
local Councils a variety of needs, including the
Caspar Community and Island Cove Estates (south
of Point Arena).
Resource Conservation Districts
Green Yellow Green
The Mendocino County Resource Conservation
District has implemented a wide range of programs
across the County.
Other N/A N/A N/A
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3.5.2 Mitigation Actions
Mitigation actions were developed based upon the
jurisdiction’s priorities, risk assessment results, and
mitigation alternatives. The mitigation action
prioritization method used by all participating
jurisdictions is described in Section 5.5.1 of Volume 1.
Table 3-11 lists each priority mitigation action,
responsible party, time frame, potential funding
source, implementation steps, and resources need to
implement based upon the Planning Committee
consensus.
Each participating jurisdiction, including the City of
Point Arena, considered ongoing relevancy of
mitigation actions from the existing MJHMP and
retained or removed such actions while adding new
relevant actions as well. Mitigation actions were
examined for relevancy and the potential for future
implementation and then evaluated for potential
follow-up. Some mitigation actions developed during
the previous HMP effort were not included because
they were an inherent part of the HMP update process
or were not detailed enough for implementation at a
local Jurisdiction level. City of Point Arena has made
significant changes to other mitigation actions because of the updated risk assessment and
implementation strategy, to include more detail, or to update based on current mitigation practices.
Volume 1, Section 5.5.2 provides a record of County-wide mitigation actions, the status, and additional
notes for each action.
Table 3-11 lists each mitigation action for City of Point Arena. Each participating jurisdiction developed
unique mitigation actions, targeted at their own unique priorities and vulnerabilities. Each mitigation
action identifies the responsible party, time frame, potential funding source, implementation steps and
resources needed to implement these priority mitigation actions. As a living document, hazard problem
statements and mitigation activities will be updated through MAST. The detail in Table 3-11 meets the
regulatory requirements of FEMA and DMA 2000.
Figure 3-12: Mitigation Action Key
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Table 3-11: City of Point Arena Mitigation Actions
Mitigation No. Hazard
Type
Mitigation
Type
Status Year Primary
Agency
Title/Description Responsible
Party
Estimated Cost Estimated Benefit Time
Frame
HMA
Activity
Type
Potential
Grant Source
Priority Related Problem
Statements
ma-AH-PA-211 All Hazard PPRO -
Property
Protection
Pending 2020 City of Point
Arena
Assess and retrofit as needed
wastewater treatment plan, including
for berming that separates wastewater
treatment facility from Arena Creek
and could be subject to breach in
earthquake or with extreme weather
events and for other necessary
seismic retrofits.
City Admin High - Existing funding will not cover
the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide an
immediate reduction of risk
exposure for life and property.
3-5 Years Planning HMGP / BRIC
CDBG DRI
High ps-EQ-PA-109,
ps-EW-PA-100,
ps-EW-PA-101,
ps-EQ-PA-111,
ps-EW-PA-99,
ps-FL-PA-92
ma-AH-PA-214 All Hazard NRP - Natural
Resource
Protection
Pending 2020 City of Point
Arena
Conduct rechannelization and habitat
restoration for Arena Creek along Port
Road, where the stream channel has
been damaged from historic grazing
causing flooding and blocking egress
from Arena Cove
City staff,
consultant
support
High - Existing funding will not cover
the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide an
immediate reduction of risk
exposure for life and property.
5-10 Years Planning HMGP / BRIC High ps-EW-PA-103,
ps-FL-PA-93
ma-AH-PA-286 All Hazard ES -
Emergency
Services
Pending 2020 City of Point
Arena
Construct backup generators at critical
facilities (fire stations, hospital) and
sheltering locations to respond to
hazard events in loss of power.
City Admin Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-apportionment
of the budget or a budget amendment,
or the cost of the project would have
to be spread over multiple years.
High - Project will provide an
immediate reduction of risk
exposure for life and property.
1-3 Years Project HMGP / BRIC High ps-WF-PA-108,
ps-WF-PA-107
ma-EQ-PA-41 Earthquake PPRO -
Property
Protection
Pending 2014 City of Point
Arena
Seismically retrofit or replace public
works and/or emergency response
facilities, in particular City Firehouse
and City Hall/Law Enforcement/EOC,
that are necessary during and/or
immediately after a disaster or
emergency
City staff,
consultant
support
Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-apportionment
of the budget or a budget amendment,
or the cost of the project would have
to be spread over multiple years.
High - Project will provide an
immediate reduction of risk
exposure for life and property.
3-5 Years Project HMGP / BRIC Extreme ps-EQ-PA-110,
ps-EQ-PA-112
ma-EQ-PA-212 Earthquake PPRO -
Property
Protection
Pending 2020 City of Point
Arena
Assess need for and conduct as
needed seismic retrofitting of large
water tank upstream of town
City Staff,
consultant
support
High - Existing funding will not cover
the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide an
immediate reduction of risk
exposure for life and property.
3-5 Years Project HMGP / BRIC High ps-EQ-PA-113
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Mitigation No. Hazard
Type
Mitigation
Type
Status Year Primary
Agency
Title/Description Responsible
Party
Estimated Cost Estimated Benefit Time
Frame
HMA
Activity
Type
Potential
Grant Source
Priority Related Problem
Statements
ma-EW-PA-213 Extreme
Weather
PPRO -
Property
Protection
Pending 2020 City of Point
Arena
Implement Mill Creek rain/ flooding
projects identified in recent design
study
City staff,
consultant
support
High - Existing funding will not cover
the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide an
immediate reduction of risk
exposure for life and property.
3-5 Years Project HMGP / BRIC Extreme ps-EW-PA-102
ma-FL-PA-39 Flood SP - Structural
Projects
Pending 2014 City of Point
Arena
Retrofit wastewater and potable water
facilities that subject to flooding.
Retrofitting activities may include
elevating vulnerable equipment,
electrical controls, and other
equipment, fastening and sealing
manhole covers to prevent floodwater
infiltration, and protecting wells and
other potable water from infiltration
and flood damage by raising controls
and well pipes.
City Admin High - Existing funding will not cover
the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide an
immediate reduction of risk
exposure for life and property.
1-3 years,
ongoing
Project HMGP / BRIC High
ma-PN-PA-217 Pandemic ES -
Emergency
Services
Pending 2020 City of Point
Arena
Install additional barriers and proper
ventilation in Emergency Operations
Center (EOC, City Hall) to allow for
operation of EOC during pandemic and
hazard event
High - Existing funding will not cover
the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide an
immediate reduction of risk
exposure for life and property.
1-3 Years Project HMGP / BRIC High ps-PN-PA-94
ma-PN-PA-218 Pandemic ES -
Emergency
Services
Ongoing 2020 City of Point
Arena
Develop alternative sheltering/
evacuation locations for distancing
required during pandemic and other
hazard event
City admin,
local NGO and
County coord
Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-apportionment
of the budget or a budget amendment,
or the cost of the project would have
to be spread over multiple years.
High - Project will provide an
immediate reduction of risk
exposure for life and property.
1-3 Years Planning HMGP / BRIC High ps-PN-PA-95
ma-PN-PA-219 Pandemic SP - Structural
Projects
Pending 2020 City of Point
Arena
Assess and institute necessary
upgrades to critical facilities to allow
for usage during pandemic, including
adequate ventilation and physical
barriers
City staff Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-apportionment
of the budget or a budget amendment,
or the cost of the project would have
to be spread over multiple years.
High - Project will provide an
immediate reduction of risk
exposure for life and property.
1-3 Years Project HMGP / BRIC High ps-PN-PA-96
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Mitigation No. Hazard
Type
Mitigation
Type
Status Year Primary
Agency
Title/Description Responsible
Party
Estimated Cost Estimated Benefit Time
Frame
HMA
Activity
Type
Potential
Grant Source
Priority Related Problem
Statements
ma-PN-PA-220 Pandemic ES -
Emergency
Services
Pending 2020 City of Point
Arena
Institute necessary structural
improvements to evacuation centers/
sheltering locations to allow for proper
ventilation, space for staff, and
structural barriers to be used during
pandemic and hazard event.
City staff, local
NGO and
County coord
High - Existing funding will not cover
the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide an
immediate reduction of risk
exposure for life and property.
1-3 Years Project HMGP / BRIC High ps-PN-PA-97
ma-WF-PA-43 Wildfire PRV -
Prevention
Ongoing 2008 City of Point
Arena
Develop a fire road access/roadside
vegetation removal program or fuel
break program in which live native
vegetation should be thinned and/or
moved and dead vegetation should be
removed within a 50-foot distance of
each side of a road. Roads to be
included in this program include those
located in high or very high areas of
this MHMP or defined by Mendocino
County Fire Safe Council.
City Admin,
consultant
support
Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-apportionment
of the budget or a budget amendment,
or the cost of the project would have
to be spread over multiple years.
High - Project will provide an
immediate reduction of risk
exposure for life and property.
3-5 Years Project HMGP / BRIC ,
AFG , FP&S
Medium ps-WF-PA-104
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Mendocino County
Multi-Jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation Plan
CITY OF WILLITS (WL)
Municipal Participating Jurisdiction Annex
Section 4. City of Willits ....................................................................................................................... 4-1
4.1 Purpose ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 4-1
4.2 Planning Methodology ................................................................................................................................................................ 4-1
4.3 What’s New ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 4-2
4.3.1 Mitigation Successes .......................................................................................................................................................... 4-2
4.4 Risk Assessment ........................................................................................................................................................................... 4-4
4.4.1 Hazard Screening Criteria ................................................................................................................................................ 4-4
4.4.2 Hazard Risk Ranking ......................................................................................................................................................... 4-6
4.4.3 Vulnerability Assessment ............................................................................................................................................... 4-7
4.5 Mitigation Strategy ..................................................................................................................................................................... 4-27
4.5.1 Capabilities Assessment ................................................................................................................................................. 4-27
4.5.2 Mitigation Actions ............................................................................................................................................................ 4-33
List of Figures
Figure 4-1: City of Willits Location ................................................................................................................................................ 4-2
Figure 4-4-2: City of Willits Risk Assessment .......................................................................................................................... 4-8
Figure 4-3: City of Willits M7.4 Maacama Garberville Snapshot ...................................................................................... 4-9
Figure 4-4: City of Willits M7.8 N. San Andreas -N. Coast – Peninsula -SC MTN Snapshot ................................ 4-10
Figure 4-5: City of Willits FEMA Flood Risk Exposure Snapshot .................................................................................... 4-11
Figure 4-6: City of Willits Average Annual Precipitation (1981-2010. Inches) ............................................................ 4-12
Figure 4-7: City of Willits Annual Average Wind Speed (Power Class) ........................................................................ 4-13
Figure 4-8: City of Willits Mean Fire Return Interval .......................................................................................................... 4-14
Figure 4-9: City of Willits Wildfire Risk Exposure Snapshot ............................................................................................. 4-15
Figure 4-10: City of Willits Landslide Risk Exposure Snapshot....................................................................................... 4-16
Figure 4-11: Drought Timeline for Upper Eel Watershed .................................................................................................... 4-17
Figure 4-12: Guidance for Problem Statements ..................................................................................................................... 4-21
Figure 4-13: Mitigation Action Key ............................................................................................................................................. 4-33
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List of Tables
Table 4-1: Planning Committee Members .................................................................................................................................. 4-1
Table 4-2: County Hazard Prioritization (Vol. 1) ....................................................................................................................... 4-5
Table 4-3: Document Review Crosswalk ..................................................................................................................................... 4-6
Table 4-4: Drought Classifications and Impacts .................................................................................................................... 4-17
Table 4-5: NFIP Status Table ........................................................................................................................................................ 4-20
Table 4-6: Problem Statements ..................................................................................................................................................... 4-21
Table 4-7: Planning and Regulatory Mitigation Capabilities ........................................................................................... 4-28
Table 4-8: Administrative and Technical Capabilities ....................................................................................................... 4-30
Table 4-9: Fiscal Capabilities Summary .................................................................................................................................... 4-31
Table 4-10: Education / Outreach Capabilities Summary ................................................................................................. 4-32
Table 4-11. City of Willits Mitigation Actions ......................................................................................................................... 4-35
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Section 4. City of Willits
4.1 Purpose
This Annex details the hazard mitigation planning elements specific to the City of Willits. This Annex is
not intended to be a standalone document but appends to and supplements the information contained in
the base plan document. As such, all sections of the base plan, including the planning process and other
procedural requirements apply to and were met by the City of Willits. This Annex provides additional
information specific to the City of Willits, with a focus on providing additional details on the planning
process, risk assessment, and mitigation strategy for this community.
Hazard Mitigation Plan Point of Contact
Primary Point of Contact Alternate Point of Contact
Dusty Duley, Community Development Director
City of Willits
111 E. Commercial Street,
Willits, CA 95490
Telephone: (707) 459-7124
e-mail Address: dduley@cityofwillits.org
Cathy Moorhead, Deputy City Manager/City Clerk
City of Willits
111 E. Commercial Street,
Willits, CA 95490
Telephone: 707-459-7121
e-mail Address: cmoorhead@cityofwillits.org
4.2 Planning Methodology
The City of Willits followed the planning process detailed in Volume 1, Section 3, including participating
in the County Hazard Mitigation Planning Committee (HMPC) and Steering Committee and formulating
their own internal planning team to support the broader planning process. Internal planning participants,
their positions, and how they participated in the planning process are shown in Table 4-1.
Table 4-1: Planning Committee Members
Planning Committee Members Department
Dusty Duley Community Development
Cathy Moorhead City Clerk
Gregory Allen City of Willits Police
Stephanie Garrabrant-Sierra City Manager
Scott Herman Water/Wastewater Utilities
Kenan O’Shea Public Works
Chris Wilkes Little Lake Fire
Davey Bowles Community Development
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Figure 4-1: City of Willits Location
4.3 What’s New
The City of Willits has been making improvements toward reducing natural hazard risks to life and
property since the existing MJHMP was adopted.
The City reevaluated previous mitigation actions, including considerations of progress made on mitigation
efforts, and retained them as pending or ongoing; no tables for completed or cancelled mitigation actions
are included. Ongoing and pending mitigation actions are described in Table 4-11.
4.3.1 Mitigation Successes
The City of Willits has been making improvements toward reducing natural hazard risks to life and
property since the existing MJHMP was adopted. The City has instituted several mitigation actions from
the existing MJHMP. See Vol. 1 for a listing of historic mitigation actions. Listed below is a success story
where the City of Willits successfully implemented a hazard mitigation project or planning process.
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SUCCESS STORY: Little Lake Valley Groundwater Management Plan
The City of Willits adopted the Little Lake Valley Groundwater Management Plan in August of 2020. The
Little Lake Valley Groundwater Management Plan describes existing local groundwater management
policies and recommends a range of actions that the City of Willits may take within the boundaries of its
legal authority, to monitor, analyze, and interpret characteristics of the Little Lake Valley groun dwater
basin (Basin). The plan intended to identify and develop potential, effective management practices for
utilizing and protecting valuable groundwater resources within the Basin. The plan is limited to the
jurisdictional boundaries of the City of Willits and seeks to improve the understanding and sustainable
management of groundwater resources in the Little Lake Valley.
This Little Lake Valley Groundwater Management Plan (GWMP) represents the initial effort on the part of
the City of Willits (City) to develop a plan for sustainable management of groundwater in the Little Lake
Valley. This GWMP seeks to provide a framework for advancing the level of understanding and
coordinating the management of groundwater resources in the Little Lake Valley. This voluntary, non-
regulatory GWMP identifies a range of local groundwater management actions to sustain groundwater
resources into the future. This GWMP is intended to provide guidance for groundwater management
throughout the Little Lake Valley; however, the City recognizes that City’s authority to take any
recommended actions is only valid within the jurisdictional boundaries of the City of Willits. The purpose
of this GWMP is to provide a framework for monitoring, analyzing, and interpreting Basin characteristics
and identifying for implementation effective management practices to utilize and protect valuable
groundwater resources within the Basin. The GWMP serves to improve the understanding and
management of the groundwater resources in the Little Lake Valley, providing preliminary guidelines and
recommendations for the City of Willits and other water users to implement effective and sustainable
groundwater management programs. The GWMP will provide guidance on managing the groundwater
resources of the City of Willits and documenting objectives for proper management of the Basin, where
mismanagement can impact residents and business owners within the City Limits along with those that
live and/or work outside of the City Limits in the valley and surrounding hills. The GWMP documents
groundwater conditions, management goals and objectives, and proposed implementation activities to
achieve the GWMP purpose. In addition, the GWMP will allow for the City of Willits and some other
stakeholders within the Basin to be eligible for grant funding administered through the Department of
Water Resources (DWR) for projects related to groundwater.
SUCCESS STORY: Willits Municipal Airport Tree Removal
The Willits Municipal Airport serves as critical infrastructure during wildfire events and has been used in
the past as a temporary base for Federal and State agencies charged with fighting wildfires. Further, the
airport is identified as an evacuation meeting point for thousands of residents residing in the Brooktrails
community and Sherwood Road area. The City worked with the California Conservation Corps and
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation inmate crews to remove trees and brush to create
defensible space around the Airport and reduce potential wildfire threats to our Airport facilities.
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SUCCESS STORY: Construction of Water Wells and Groundwater Treatment Plant
In response to the severe drought conditions in 2013-2014, the City was forced to construct a groundwater
treatment plant and develop two additional wells to offset surface water usage. The first well, Elias
Replacement well, was put into service in late 2014 after being approved by the Division of Drinking Water
as a public water source. The groundwater treatment plant was designed to take and treat raw water from
three different wells with mixing to dilute constituents of concern and allow for treatment to meet
California drinking water standards. The City is in the process of bringing the Long 20 Test well into service
and expects that second well will likely be sufficient to meet current surface water offset goals. The City
of Willits intends to increase their groundwater pumping capacity to improve water system resiliency and
reliability during times of drought or other disaster.
4.4 Risk Assessment
The intent of this section is to profile the City of Willits’s hazards and assess the City’s vulnerabilities,
distinct from that of the County-wide planning area. The hazard profiles in Volume 1 discuss overall
impacts to the planning area and describes the hazard problem description, hazard extent,
magnitude/severity, previous occurrences of hazard events and the likelihood of future occurrences. For
more information on Risk Assessment Methodologies, see Vol. 1 and Appendix A.
4.4.1 Hazard Screening Criteria
Planning Team members from each participating jurisdiction collectively discussed which hazards should
be profiled in the Plan and which should not. The results of that discussion can be found in Table 4-2.
Detailed hazard profiles of the most significant County-wide hazards are described in Section 4 of
Volume 1. The Planning Team reviewed previously-prepared hazard mitigation plans and other relevant
documents to determine the realm of natural hazards that have the potential to affect City of Willits. Table
4-3 provides a crosswalk of hazards identified in Vol. 1 of this plan, City of Willits General Plan, and 2018
California State Hazard Mitigation Plan. The crosswalk was used to develop a preliminary hazards list,
providing a framework for the Planning Team members to evaluate which hazards were truly relevant to
City of Willits and which ones were not. Section 0 below describes the hazard risk ranking process that
was performed by the planning team which prioritized hazards that are specifically relevant to City of
Willits.
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Table 4-2: County Hazard Prioritization (Vol. 1)
Hazard Type Explanation
Climate Change High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Dam/ Levee failure High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Drought High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Earthquake/ Geologic Hazards High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Flood High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Hazardous Material While hazardous materials can release and impact the County, there
are better avenues to address this hazard outside this plan.
High Winds/ Straight Line Winds High priority county-wide, profiled as part of Severe Weather.
Insect Hazards While hazardous insects exist in Mendocino County, this was not
considered a priority and is not profiled in this plan.
Pandemic Disease High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Severe Weather, including: High priority county-wide for heavy wind and heavy rain.
Extreme Heat Not a priority as extreme weather event, discussed as climate change
impact.
Hail Hail events are rare in Mendocino County and not profiled in this
plan.
High Wind Profiled as part of Severe Weather hazard.
Heavy Rain Profiled as part of Severe Weather hazard.
Fog While fog events do occur within Mendocino County, they are rare
and are not considered a priority.
Lightning Not a priority as an extreme weather event; discussed as source of
wildfire.
Severe Thunderstorm Severe thunderstorms were not identified as a priority in this plan.
Winter Storm / Extreme Cold/
Freeze Events
While winter storms are present in Mendocino County, they were not
identified as a priority for this plan.
Slope Failure High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Soil Hazards High priority county-wide, profiled hazard (includes erosion and
naturally-occurring asbestos).
Terrorism/Human Caused Threats
While terrorism is certainly a threat to the County and participating
jurisdictions, it is best addressed in other plans as this HMP does not
address human-caused threats.
Tornado Impacts to the County from tornados are extremely unlikely, if any.
Volcanic Activity Due to distance from volcanoes and the limited chance of an
eruption, this hazard was not identified as a priority.
Wildfire High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
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Table 4-3: Document Review Crosswalk
Hazards
2014 Mendocino
County
MJHMP
1992 City of
Willits General Plan
2009 Mendocino
County
General Plan
2018 California
State
HMP
Agricultural Pests ■ ■
Climate Change ■ ■
Dam Failure ■ ■ ■
Drought ■ ■ ■ ■
Earthquake ■ ■ ■ ■
Flood ■ ■ ■ ■
Insect Hazards ■
Landslide ■ ■ ■
Levee Failure ■* ■
Manmade Hazards ■ ■
Pandemic Disease ■ ■
Sea Level Rise ■
Severe Weather ■
Soil Hazards ■** ■
Terrorism & Tech
Hazards ■
Tsunami ■ ■ ■
Volcano ■
Wildfire ■*** ■ ■ ■
* included as part of dam failure
** included naturally occurring asbestos
*** included urban conflagration
4.4.2 Hazard Risk Ranking
The City of Willits’s Planning Team used the same hazard prioritization process as the Mendocino County
Planning Committee. This process is described in detail in Section 4.3.1 of Vol. 1. Figure 4-4-2 displays the
results of the hazard risk ranking exercise that was performed by the Planning Team. The Planning Team
chose to assess City of Willits’s vulnerability to following hazards:
▪ Climate Change ▪ Extreme Weather
▪ Earthquake ▪ Wildfire
▪ Pandemic ▪ Drought
▪ Flood
All of these hazards have been profiled in Vol. 1 of this document. The purpose of this annex to specifically
address City of Willits’s vulnerability to these specifically-identified hazards.
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4.4.3 Vulnerability Assessment
Assessing vulnerabilities exposes the unique characteristics of individual hazards and begins the process
of narrowing down which areas within City of Willits are vulnerable to specific hazard events. The
vulnerability assessment considered unique local knowledge of hazards and impacts and a GIS overlaying
method for examining such vulnerabilities more in depth. Using these methods, participating jurisdictions
estimated vulnerable populations, infrastructure, and potential losses from hazards.
4.4.3.1 Risk Assessment
Each participating jurisdiction developed a risk matrix that assessed the probability and impact of various
hazards within the jurisdiction. Figure 4-4-2 is the jurisdiction’s risk assessment, which was completed in
part using the web based and interactive Risk Assessment Mapping Platform (RAMP), accessed via the
project website at www.mitigatehazards.com. RAMP allows interactive discovery of robust risk,
vulnerability, and exposure data developed especially for Mendocino County. RAMP is a mapping platform
built specifically for mitigation planning. It displays County/jurisdiction facilities and buildings overlaid
with natural hazards layers to bring interactivity and individual discovery to the GIS analysis performed
for the MJHMP. See Vol. 1 for a detailed description of RAMP. The Planning Team used RAMP in meetings
and as needed to understand vulnerabilities to City of Willits. Users interactively filter facilities and
buildings by natural hazard zones and/or construction characteristics.
4.4.3.2 Snapshot Exposure Maps
The included snapshot maps, displayed below in Figure 4-3 through Figure 4-11 illustrate the City of
Willits’s vulnerability to specific hazards. Figures include:
▪ Figure 4-3: City of Willits M7.4 Maacama Garberville Snapshot
▪ Figure 4-4: City of Willits M7.8 N. San Andreas -N. Coast – Peninsula -SC MTN Snapshot
▪ Figure 4-5: City of Willits FEMA Flood Risk Exposure Snapshot
▪ Figure 4-6: City of Willits Average Annual Precipitation (1981-2010. Inches)
▪ Figure 4-7: City of Willits Annual Average Wind Speed (Power Class)
▪ Figure 4-8: City of Willits Mean Fire Return Interval
▪ Figure 4-9: City of Willits Wildfire Risk Exposure Snapshot
▪ Figure 4-10: City of Willits Landslide Risk Exposure Snapshot. Landslide is not a profiled hazard for
the City of Willits; this figure has been included as a reference.
▪ Figure 4-11: Drought Timeline for Upper Eel Watershed
Based on the above risk assessment, the snapshot maps focus on those hazards prioritized by the
jurisdiction, other than Figure 4-10: City of Willits Landslide Risk Exposure Snapshot which is only
included as a reference. These maps helped the Planning Team understand the exposure of population,
parcels, and critical infrastructure to specific hazards. Each map contains an exposure summary that
displays the percent of the population, the improvement and content value of parcels, and the amount of
critical infrastructure that is exposed to each respective hazard.
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Figure 4-4-2: City of Willits Risk Assessment
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Figure 4-3: City of Willits M7.4 Maacama Garberville Snapshot
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Figure 4-4: City of Willits M7.8 N. San Andreas -N. Coast – Peninsula -SC MTN Snapshot
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Figure 4-5: City of Willits FEMA Flood Risk Exposure Snapshot
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Figure 4-6: City of Willits Average Annual Precipitation (1981-2010. Inches)
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Figure 4-7: City of Willits Annual Average Wind Speed (Power Class)
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Figure 4-8: City of Willits Mean Fire Return Interval
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Figure 4-9: City of Willits Wildfire Risk Exposure Snapshot
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Figure 4-10: City of Willits Landslide Risk Exposure Snapshot
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Table 4-4: Drought Classifications and Impacts
Category Description Possible Impacts
D0
Abnormally Dry ▪ Going into drought, short term dryness, slowing planting, growth of crops or
pastures.
▪ Coming out of drought, some lingering water deficits and pasture or crops not fully
recovered.
D1 Moderate
Drought
▪ Some damage to crops, pastures
▪ Streams, reservoirs, or wells low, some water shortages developing or imminent
▪ Voluntary water-use restrictions requested
D2
Severe Drought ▪ Crop or pasture losses likely
▪ Water shortages common
▪ Water restrictions imposed
D3 Extreme
Drought
▪ Major crop/ pasture losses
▪ Widespread water shortages or restrictions
D4 Exceptional
Drought
▪ Exceptional and widespread crop/ pasture losses
▪ Shortages of water in reservoirs, streams, and wells creating water
Adapted from U.S. Drought Monitor Drought Classifications and Impacts
Figure 4-11: Drought Timeline for Upper Eel Watershed
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4.4.3.3 Past and Future Development
The City of Willits is a general law city that crafts its own development regulations and is subject to State
law. Future development is subject to compliance with State of California planning, zoning, subdivision,
and architecture laws.
The GP is designed to help the City address issues related to land use, circulation (traffic), housing, open
space, conservation, noise, and safety. The Land Use portion of the plan helps guide the City in determining
the location of future development(s), including possible future annexation. In addition to the GP, the City
has other plans that guide development in specific areas, including specific plans, policy plans, and master
plans. These plans help to shape future development and dictate the City’s Sphere of Influence (SOI). One
of the central functions in these planning documents is to decrease risk of impact from natural hazards.
While growth has occurred in hazard areas in the past, increasing hazard risks to some degree, those risks
are also decreased by development standards and plan requirements that serve to mitigate or avoid those
risks. Problematic development generally occurred many decades ago, and thus much of this HMP focuses
on retrofits or replacements from that older construction.
City of Willits is required to update building codes to meet the minimum standards to those required in the
California Building Code last updated in 2019. California Building Codes provide some of the safest
construction standards in the world and are meant to reduce risk to occupants from high wind, seismic
activity, landslides, flood, wildfire, and other natural hazards. In addition to California minimum develop
standards, all jurisdictions belong to the NFIP, as such, all development must meet minimum flood
protection standards set forth by FEMA. See Section 4.3.5 of Volume 1 for more information about past and
future development in Mendocino County.
As the General Plan is updated and incorporates information from this HMP, City of Willits staff are
continually improving hazard information through these hazard mitigation plan updates. With this 2020
update, improved online mapping about natural hazards available on RAMP will inform those responsible
for future development to make better decisions where and how future development occurs.
City of Willits reviewed its general plans under the capability assessments undertaken for this hazard
mitigation plan in Section 4.5.1. Deficiencies revealed by these reviews are identified as mitigation actions
to decrease risks to move beyond past trends.
The City’s municipal codes includes regulations to mitigate the impact of hazards on new and existing
development, including:
▪ Drainage and stormwater retention requirements,
▪ Steep slope restrictions for new development,
▪ Waterbody buffer requirements,
▪ Floodplain management regulations,
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▪ Zoning that prevents development in hazardous areas of the community such as floodplains,
landslide areas, the wildland-urban interface (WUI), or other known hazard areas, and
▪ Building codes that include the most up-to-date California Fire Code, seismic standards, and many
other provisions crafted to protect new construction from hazard events.
Even in the event that limited development did occur within a hazard area, the municipal code should
ensure impacts from a hazard event are mitigated and losses are minimal. If development does occur in
hazard areas, evacuation and emergency planning should take into consideration the anticipated local
impacts of the hazard event, including potential interrupted services or the elimination of access.
The anticipated growth in the City will not cause significant change in vulnerability to the City for
identified priority hazards.
4.4.3.3.1 National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)
The NFIP makes federally backed flood insurance available to homeowners, renters, and business owners
in participating communities. FEMA has prepared a detailed Flood Insurance Study (FIS) for Mendocino
County and municipalities. The study presents water surface elevations for floods of various magnitudes,
including the 1-percent annual chance flood and the 0.2-percent annual chance flood (the 500-YR flood).
Base flood elevations and the boundaries of the 100- and 500-YR floodplains are shown on Flood Insurance
Rate Maps (FIRMs), which are the principle tool for identifying the extent and location of the flood hazard.
FIRMs are the most detailed and consistent data source available, and for many communities they
represent the minimum area of oversight under their floodplain management program. See Section 4 of
Volume 1 for general information on the NFIP.
The City of Willits has participated in the NFIP since 1982. City of Willits is currently in good standing with
the provisions of the NFIP. Compliance is monitored by FEMA regional staff and by the California
Department of Water Resources under a contract with FEMA. Maintaining compliance under the NFIP is
an important component of flood risk reduction. See Table 4-5 for more information on the City’s policies
and historic flood insurance claims.
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Table 4-5: NFIP Status Table
NFIP Status Participating since 07/19 /1982
Policies in Force 66
Policies in SFHA 56
Policies in non-SFHA 10
Total Claims Paid 11
Paid Losses $40,298
Repetitive Loss Properties 2
Severe Repetitive Loss Properties 0
Repetitive Loss Payment by NFIP on Building $35,315.59
Repetitive Loss Payment by NFIP on Contents N/D
See Volume 1, Section 4.5 for more information on the NFIP.
4.4.3.4 Identify Hazard Problem Statements
As part of the mitigation action identification process, the Planning Committee for each jurisdiction
identified areas of concern (aka problem statements) for their respective facilities based on the risk
assessment and vulnerability analysis, utilizing the RAMP mapping and static snapshot maps. Problem
statements focused on the impact, victim, or threat that the hazard could create in the jurisdiction, as
described in Figure 4-12. Identifying common issues and weaknesses through these problem statements
assisted the Planning Committee in understanding the realm of resources needed for mitigation.
Jurisdiction problem statements are listed in Table 4-6.
The goal is to have at least one mitigation action for every problem statement. Projects or actions have
been developed to mitigate each problem identified. See Table 4-11 for a full list of mitigation actions and
corresponding problem statements that they address. Each problem statement is coded with a problem
number for cross-referencing between Table 4-6 and Table 4-11.
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Figure 4-12: Guidance for Problem Statements
Table 4-6: Problem Statements
Problem
No.
Hazard Area of
Concern
Mitigation
Alternatives
Primary
Agency
Problem Description Related MA
ps-AH-WL-
137
All Hazard Impact PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness , ES
- Emergency
Services
City of
Willits
Many cell towers lack backup power
generation, which is deemed a critical
life/safety threat for people without
landlines.
ma-AH-WL-
258
ps-AH-WL-
138
All Hazard Impact PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness , ES
- Emergency
Services
City of
Willits
The City of Willits does not have a
functioning redundant
communications system.
ma-AH-WL-
263
ps-AH-WL-
139
All Hazard Impact PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness , SP
- Structural
Projects
City of
Willits
Many critical local businesses (grocery
stores, gas stations) lack backup power
generation.
ma-AH-WL-
258
IMPACT
Casualties
Property Damage
Business Interruption
Financial Loss
Environmental Contamination
VICTIM
School Children in Hazard High
Hazard Areas
Care Facilities in High Hazard
Area
Vulnerable Population Exposed to
hazards
THREAT
Increased Fuels due to drought
Hotter, drier climates
More Intense Storms
Impervious surfaces = greater
runoff
Increases of Invasive Species
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Problem
No.
Hazard Area of
Concern
Mitigation
Alternatives
Primary
Agency
Problem Description Related MA
ps-AH-WL-
140
All Hazard Impact PRV -
Prevention ,
PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness , SP
- Structural
Projects
City of
Willits
Many property owners lack funding to
retrofit their homes and businesses to
be more resilient to natural disasters.
ma-AH-WL-
259
ps-AH-WL-
141
All Hazard Victim PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness , ES
- Emergency
Services
City of
Willits
The City does not know where
vulnerable populations live, making
hazard related outreach difficult.
ma-AH-WL-
260
ps-AH-WL-
142
All Hazard Impact PRV -
Prevention ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness , ES
- Emergency
Services
City of
Willits
The City lacks an alternative
north/south evacuation route through
the City should Main St. be
compromised during an emergency.
ma-AH-WL-
261
ps-DR-WL-
115
Drought Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness ,
NRP - Natural
Resource
Protection , SP
- Structural
Projects
City of
Willits
Drought can lead to water supply
issues for the City.
ma-DR-WL-
262
ps-DR-WL-
116
Drought Impact NRP - Natural
Resource
Protection , SP
- Structural
Projects
City of
Willits
The City lacks a backup water supply
should the primary surface water
supply be impacted by a natural
disaster.
ma-DR-WL-
262
ps-DR-WL-
117
Drought Threat PRV -
Prevention ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness ,
NRP - Natural
Resource
Protection
City of
Willits
Public facilities may use more water
than needed for basic function such as
parks and landscaping.
ma-DR-WL-
265
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Problem
No.
Hazard Area of
Concern
Mitigation
Alternatives
Primary
Agency
Problem Description Related MA
ps-DR-WL -
118
Drought Threat PRV -
Prevention ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness ,
NRP - Natural
Resource
Protection
City of
Willits
There is an opportunity for City land
use code to include more requirements
for developers to install drought
tolerant landscaping.
ma-DR-WL-
266
ps-EQ-WL-
131
Earthquake Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection , SP
- Structural
Projects
City of
Willits
City facilities lack seismic shut-off
valves to prevent gas leaking in a
seismic event .
ma-EQ-WL-
267
ps-EQ-WL-
132
Earthquake Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness , SP
- Structural
Projects
City of
Willits
Older construction and particularly un-
reinforced masonry (URM) are at a
higher risk of experiencing damage
during earthquakes.
ma-EQ-WL-
268
ps-WF-WL-
133
Earthquake Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness , SP
- Structural
Projects
City of
Willits
Historic buildings can be more
susceptible to ground shaking since
many of these buildings have
weakened with age and were built
before the use of building codes.
ma-AH-WL-
259
ps-EQ-WL-
134
Earthquake Victim PPRO -
Property
Protection , ES
- Emergency
Services
City of
Willits
The City lacks staff to handle the
volume life/safety building inspections
after major disasters.
ma-EQ--269
ps-WF-WL-
135
Earthquake Victim PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness
City of
Willits
There are approximately 4,047 people
living in a violent shake zone for the
Maacama Garberville EQ scenario.
ma-AH-WL-
259
ps-EQ-WL-
136
Earthquake Victim PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness
City of
Willits
The following facilities are located in a
violent shake zone for the Maacama
Garberville EQ scenario:
11 child care centers, 4 residential elder
care facilities, 2 family child care
homes, 1 community center, and 3
medical facilities.
ma-EQ-WL-
270
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Problem
No.
Hazard Area of
Concern
Mitigation
Alternatives
Primary
Agency
Problem Description Related MA
ps-EQ-WL-
178
Earthquake Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection , SP
- Structural
Projects
City of
Willits
City facilities have not been inspected
for seismic safety in many years.
ma-EQ-WL-
294
ps-EW-WL-
121
Extreme
Weather
Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
NRP - Natural
Resource
Protection , SP
- Structural
Projects
City of
Willits
The City’s wastewater treatment
facility is susceptible to flooding during
heavy rain events.
ma-FL-WL-96
ps-EW-WL-
122
Extreme
Weather
Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection , SP
- Structural
Projects
City of
Willits
City buildings and roads are impacted
by localized flooding including pooling
of water after heavy rain events.
ma-EW-WL-
271
ps-EW-WL-
123
Extreme
Weather
Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
NRP - Natural
Resource
Protection , SP
- Structural
Projects
City of
Willits
Heavy rain events lead to natural
drainage channels becoming choked
with debris and gravel which reduces
their ability to convey stormwater
downstream and leads to localized
flooding on City roads and private
property.
ma-EW-WL-
272
ps-EW-WL-
124
Extreme
Weather
Threat PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness ,
NRP - Natural
Resource
Protection , SP
- Structural
Projects
City of
Willits
Strong winds can blow over trees and
utility lines, posing a threat to traffic
and pedestrians and leading to power
outages.
ma-EW-WL-
273
ps-FL-WL-
119
Flood Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness , SP
- Structural
Projects
City of
Willits
The following City assets are in the
100-YR flood plain:
6 bridges (including bridges at E.
Commercial/Lenore; E. Valley
St./Railroad Ave.), City of Willits
Library, and City Wastewater
Treatment Plant.
ma-FL-WL-96,
ma-FL-MCOE-
274, ma-FL-
WL-93
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Problem
No.
Hazard Area of
Concern
Mitigation
Alternatives
Primary
Agency
Problem Description Related MA
ps-FL-WL-
120
Flood Victim PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness
City of
Willits
Approximately 714 people live in the
100-YR flood plain.
ma-FL-WL-103
ps-PN-WL -
176
Pandemic Victim PRV -
Prevention , SP
- Structural
Projects
City of
Willits
EOC is not designed for possible social
distancing guidelines to be in place
during a hazard event (flood, wildfire,
earthquake), nor does it have adequate
fresh air ventilation
ma-PN-WL-
292
ps-PN-WL -
177
Pandemic Impact ES -
Emergency
Services
City of
Willits
Need for additional sheltering locations
in event of pandemic social distancing
needs paired with another hazard
event (flood, wildfire, earthquake)
ma-PN-WL-
293
ps-WF-WL-
125
Wildfire Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness ,
NRP - Natural
Resource
Protection
City of
Willits
The City’s wastewater treatment
facility, 3 City bridges, and the airport
are located in a high or very high
wildfire severity zone.
ma-WF-WL-
275
ps-WF-WL-
126
Wildfire Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness , SP
- Structural
Projects
City of
Willits
Many City buildings are of older
construction and require retrofitting to
better withstand impacts of wildfire.
ma-WF-WL-
275
ps-WF-WL-
127
Wildfire Victim PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness
City of
Willits
Approximately 2,845 people live in a
high or very high wildfire severity
zone.
ma-AH-WL-
259, ma-WF-
WL-92, ma-
WF-WL-288
ps-WF-WL-
128
Wildfire Victim PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness
City of
Willits
The following critical infrastructure is
located in a high or very high wildfire
severity zone: 4 residential elder care
facilities, Frank Howard Memorial
Hospital, and 1 child care center.
ma-AH-WL-
259, ma-WF-
WL-288
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Problem
No.
Hazard Area of
Concern
Mitigation
Alternatives
Primary
Agency
Problem Description Related MA
ps-WF-WL-
129
Wildfire Threat PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness ,
NRP - Natural
Resource
Protection
City of
Willits
Excessive fuels may exist around City
facilities and roads.
ma-WF-WL-
284, ma-WF-
WL-288
ps-WF-WL-
130
Wildfire Threat PPRO -
Property
Protection ,
PE&A - Public
Education &
Awareness ,
NRP - Natural
Resource
Protection
City of
Willits
Excessive fuels exist around the
airport, which serves as an emergency
evacuation area.
ma-WF-WL-
284
ps-WF-WL-
175
Wildfire Impact PPRO -
Property
Protection , SP
- Structural
Projects
City of
Willits
Inadequate water pressure exists in the
City's water system which impacts the
effectiveness of emergency fire
response and fire suppression systems
in buildings throughout the City.
ma-WF-WL-
291
ps-WF-WL-
179
Wildfire Victim PPRO -
Property
Protection , SP
- Structural
Projects
City of
Willits
Sparks from wildfire can enter city
center with many older wooden
construction, creating urban
conflagration.
ma-WF-WL-
275
4.4.3.5 Mitigation Action Support Tool (MAST)
As a living document, hazard problem statements and mitigation activities will be updated through a web
interface application developed specifically for participating jurisdictions. The Mitigation Action Support
Tool (MAST) is accessible through https://mitigatehazards.com/mendocino-county/.
MAST is a web-based interactive tool that enables multiple users to search, view, enter, and update
mitigation actions, ideas or projects, and other information. MAST provides participating jurisdictions and
plan reviewers (Cal OES/FEMA) access to valuable mitigation information that can be leveraged by future
planning or other risk reduction efforts within the County. Participating jurisdictions can update the status
of their mitigation projects throughout the planning lifecycle, and this web-based tool will improve
participating jurisdiction’s ability to apply for FEMA’s Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA) grant programs
including initial grant application processes through Cal OES.
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4.5 Mitigation Strategy
The mitigation strategy is the guidebook to future hazard mitigation administration, capturing the key
outcomes of the MJHMP planning process. The mitigation strategy is intended to reduce vulnerabilities
outlined in the previous section (a.k.a. problem statements) with a prescription of policies and physical
projects. These mitigation actions should be compatible with existing planning mechanisms and should
outline specific roles and resources for implementation success.
4.5.1 Capabilities Assessment
This section examines the planning and regulatory, administrative, technical, financial, educational, and
outreach capabilities to augment known issues and weaknesses from identified natural hazards.
Capabilities assessments include considerations of a community’s adaptive capacity for climate change,
as outlined in Cal OES’ 2020 California Adaptation Planning Guide. Adaptive capacity is a community or
region’s existing ability to moderate climate change impacts. Assessing adaptive capacity includes
analysis of policies, plans, programs, funding, and staffing capacity. (Cal. Adaptation Planning Guide, 2020,
p. 94)
The tables in this section explore various local planning mechanisms, administrative capacity, financial
capabilities, and education and outreach initiatives. The columns in each table represent deeper dives into
the following questions:
▪ Is the existing planning or regulatory mechanism used currently? (Column 1, Status)
▪ Has the HMP been integrated into the planning mechanism currently so that the named
mechanism is currently used in HMP planning? (Column 2, Current Mitigation Use)
▪ Is there a future opportunity to expand, improve upon, and incorporate this 2020 HMP Update into
the planning or regulatory mechanism? (Column 3, Future Opportunity)
The capabilities assessment is easily-digestible and based on color coding to indicate which policies and
plans are adequate, need improvement or in which the HMP could be integrated. Each table includes a
legend that explain how each one of these questions are being answered according to the color indicated:
green, yellow, and orange.
For more information on the regulatory environment surrounding each hazard, see hazard-specific
sections of Volume 1. Volume 1, Section 5.3.5 includes an extensive list of federal and state funding
opportunities as well.
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4.5.1.1 Planning and Regulatory Capabilities
Table 4-7: Planning and Regulatory Mitigation Capabilities
CAPABILITY ASSESSMENT LEGEND
Status Current Mitigation Use Future Opportunity
Currently in use or present. Used widely for mitigation. Opportunity to expand and integrate.
(Sort of) Seldomly used or limited
presence. Limited use in mitigation planning. Limited opportunity to expand and integrate.
(No) Not present or available. Not used in mitigation planning. No opportunity to expand or integrate.
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Notes / Additional Detail Resource Status
Current
Mitigation
Use
Future
Opportunity
Planning and Regulatory Capabilities
Construction and Future Development Regulations
Building Codes Green Green Yellow 2019 California Building Code.
BCEGS Rating
Public Protection (ISO Class) Green Yellow Green Class 4. (Mendocino County Community Wildfire
Protection Plan, 2005).
Hazard Related Development
Standards Green Yellow Green
Earthquake Hazard Reduction in Existing
Buildings. (Ch. 15.36) Floodplain Combining (Ch.
17.40); Subdivision Standards. (§ 17.40.110)
Zoning Ordinance green yellow green
Hazard-Specific Ordinance Green Yellow Green Natural Hazard Combining. (Ch. 17.46)
Growth Management Ordinance Orange Orange Green
Hazard Reduction Programs (Annually Conducted)
Capital Improvements Program
(CIP) or Plan Green Yellow Green Adopted Budget Fiscal Year 2019-2020.
Erosion/Sediment Control
Program Orange Orange Green Erosion and sediment procedures designated in
Deisgn and Construction Standards, 2009.
Hazard-Related Public Outreach
Program Orange Orange Green
Stormwater Management
Program (Annual Inspections) Orange Orange Green
Seismic Safety Program (Non-
structural) Orange Orange Green Updated seismic safety procedures identified in
General Plan Safety Element update.
Earthquake Modernization Plan
(Building Safety) Orange Yellow Green
Hazard Plans
General Plan Safety Element Green Yellow Green 2019 update.
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Notes / Additional Detail Resource Status
Current
Mitigation
Use
Future
Opportunity
Planning and Regulatory Capabilities
Community Wildfire Protection
Plan (CWPP) Green Yellow Green 2016 County-wide CWPP in existence.
Floodplain Management Plan Orange Orange Green
Stormwater Management Plan
Green Yellow Green
Coastal Mendocino Co Storm Water Resource Plan,
2019 Update, applies to the County Unincorp. and
Fort Bragg.
Emergency Operations Plan Green Green Green Mendocino County Operational Area Emergency
Operations Plan (2016)
Climate Action Plan Orange Orange Green
Ground Water Management
Planning / Plans Orange Orange Yellow
Ukiah Valley is the only groundwater basin
required to have a groundwater sustainability plan
in the County.
National Flood Protection Program (NFIP)
Floodplain Management
Regulations Green Yellow Green Floodway Combining (-FW) Zone. (Ch. 17.38)
Flood Insurance Education and
Technical Assist. Orange Orange Green
Flood Hazard Mapping / Re-
Mapping Green Yellow Green
Community Rating System
(CRS) Orange Orange Green
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4.5.1.2 Administrative and Technical Capabilities
Table 4-8: Administrative and Technical Capabilities
CAPABILITY ASSESSMENT LEGEND
Status Current Mitigation Use Future Opportunity
Currently in use or present. Used widely for mitigation. Opportunity to expand and integrate.
(Sort of) Seldomly used or limited
presence. Limited use in mitigation planning. Limited opportunity to expand and integrate.
(No) Not present or available. Not used in mitigation planning. No opportunity to expand or integrate.
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Notes / Additional Detail Resource Status
Current
Mitigation
Use
Future
Opportunity
Administrative and
Technical
Community Planning and Development Services
Community Planner Green Yellow Green Community Development Department.
Civil Engineer Green Yellow Green A licensed engineer is contracted by the City.
Building Code Official (Full time
or Augmented) Green Yellow Green Building Division of the Community Development
Department.
Floodplain Administrator
Green Yellow Green
Building Department: the building official is
designated as the floodplain administer. (Ch.
17.40.070)
Fire Marshal Green Yellow Green Little Lake Fire Protection District.
Dedicated Public Outreach
Personnel Green Yellow Green Human Resources Department.
GIS Specialist and Capability Orange orange Green
Emergency Manager Green Yellow Green City Manager.
Full-Time Building Official Green Yellow Green Building Division of the Community Development
Department.
Grant Manager, Writer, or
Specialist Green Yellow Green Jim Robbins- Community Development
Department
Other N/A N/A N/A
Warning Systems/Services
General Green Yellow Green Nixle and Reverse 911.
Flood yellow yellow Green Nixle and Reverse 911.
Wildfire yellow Yellow Green Nixle and Reverse 911.
Geological Hazards yellow Yellow Green Nixle and Reverse 911.
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4.5.1.3 Financial Capabilities
Table 4-9: Fiscal Capabilities Summary
CAPABILITY ASSESSMENT LEGEND
Status Current Mitigation Use Future Opportunity
Currently in use or present. Used widely for mitigation. Opportunity to expand and integrate.
(Sort of) Seldomly used or limited
presence. Limited use in mitigation planning. Limited opportunity to expand and integrate.
(No) Not present or available. Not used in mitigation planning. No opportunity to expand or integrate.
HMP Integration
Notes / Additional Detail Resource Status
Current
Mitigation
Use
Future
Opportunity
Fiscal Capabilities
Financial Resources for Hazard
Mitigation
Levy for Specific Purposes with
Voter Approval Orange orange Green
Utilities Fees green Yellow Green
Benefit assessments Orange orange Green
System Development Fee Orange Orange Green
General Obligation Bonds to
Incur Debt Orange Orange Green
Special Tax Bonds to Incur Debt Orange orange Green
Withheld Spending in Hazard-
Prone Areas Orange orange Green
Stormwater Service Fees Green Yellow Green City of Willits Rates and Fees Schedule Fiscal Year
2019/20.
Capital Improvement Project
Funding Green Yellow Green City of Willits Adopted Budget Fiscal Year
2019/2020.
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4.5.1.4 Education and Outreach
Table 4-10: Education / Outreach Capabilities Summary
CAPABILITY ASSESSMENT LEGEND
Status Current Mitigation Use Future Opportunity
Currently in use or present. Used widely for mitigation. Opportunity to expand and integrate.
(Sort of) Seldomly used or limited
presence. Limited use in mitigation planning. Limited opportunity to expand and integrate.
(No) Not present or available. Not used in mitigation planning. No opportunity to expand or integrate.
HMP Integration
Notes / Additional Detail Resource Status
Current
Mitigation
Use
Future
Opportunity
Education / Outreach Capabilities
Education/Outreach
Resources
Website Dedicated to Hazard
Topics Orange orange Green Both the City and the Community Development
Department have Facebook pages.
Dedicated Social Media Orange orange Green
Hazard Info. Avail. at Library/
Planning Desk Orange orange Green
Annual Public Safety Events Orange orange Green
Ability to Field Public Tech.
Assistance Requests Green Yellow Green
Public Safety Newsletters or
Printed Outreach Orange orange Green
Fire Safe Councils
Green Yellow Green
The Mendocino County Fire Safe Council assists
local Councils a variety of needs. These Councils
include: the Caspar Community and Island Cove
Estates (south of Point Arena) on the coast; Pine
Mountain, Ridgewood Park, and
Willowbrook/Sherwood Forest Hills (past
Brooktrails) in the Willits area; and Deerwood, Oak
Knoll Road, Upper Parducci Road, Black Bart Trail
and Robinson Creek Road in the Ukiah area.
Resource Conservation Districts
Green Yellow Green
The Mendocino County Resource Conservation
District has implemented a wide range of programs
across the County
Other N/A N/A N/A
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4.5.2 Mitigation Actions
Mitigation actions were developed based upon the
jurisdiction’s priorities, risk assessment results, and
mitigation alternatives. The mitigation action
prioritization method used by all participating
jurisdictions is described in Section 5.5.1 of Volume 1.
Table 4-11 lists each priority mitigation action,
responsible party, time frame, potential funding
source, implementation steps, and resources need to
implement based upon the Planning Committee
consensus.
Each participating jurisdiction, including the City of
Willits, considered ongoing relevancy of mitigation
actions from the existing MJHMP and retained or
removed such actions while adding new relevant
actions as well. Mitigation actions were examined for
relevancy and the potential for future implementation
and then evaluated for potential follow-up. Some
mitigation actions developed during the previous
HMP effort were not included because they were an
inherent part of the HMP update process or were not
detailed enough for implementation at a local
Jurisdiction level. City of Willits has made significant changes to other mitigation actions because of the
updated risk assessment and implementation strategy, to include more detail, or to update based on
current mitigation practices. Volume 1, Section 5.5.2 provides a record of County-wide mitigation actions,
the status, and additional notes for each action.
Table 4-11 lists each mitigation action for City of Willits. Each participating jurisdiction developed unique
mitigation actions, targeted at their own unique priorities and vulnerabilities. Each mitigation action
identifies the responsible party, time frame, potential funding source, implementation steps and resources
needed to implement these priority mitigation actions. As a living document, hazard problem statements
and mitigation activities will be updated through MAST. The detail in Table 4-11 meets the regulatory
requirements of FEMA and DMA 2000.
Figure 4-13: Mitigation Action Key
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Table 4-11. City of Willits Mitigation Actions
Mitigation No. Hazard
Type
Mitigation
Type
Status Year Primary
Agency
Title/Description Responsible
Party
Estimated Cost Estimated Benefit Time
Frame
HMA
Activity
Type
Potential Grant
Source
Priority Related
Problem
Statements
ma-AH-WL-258 All Hazard PRV -
Prevention
Pending 2020 City of Willits Develop a program that allows for
expedited permitting and review
process for backup power
generation at facilities that are
considered critical during a natural
disaster (grocery stores, gas stations,
cell/communication towers).
Community
Development
and Building
Low - The project could be funded
under the existing budget. The
project is part of or can be part of an
ongoing existing program.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
Planning HMGP / BRIC Medium ps-AH-WL-137,
ps-AH-WL-139
ma-AH-WL-259 All Hazard PRV -
Prevention
Pending 2020 City of Willits Develop a program that creates
incentives, through expedited
permitting/review and
reduced/waived permit fees, for
homeowners and business owners
to retrofit their homes and
businesses to be more resilient to
natural disasters.
Community
Development
and Building
Low - The project could be funded
under the existing budget. The
project is part of or can be part of an
ongoing existing program.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 Years Planning HMGP / BRIC Medium ps-AH-WL-140,
ps-WF-WL-127,
ps-WF-WL-128,
ps-WF-WL-135,
ps-WF-WL-133
ma-AH-WL-260 All Hazard PE&A -
Public
Education &
Awareness
Pending 2020 City of Willits Conduct outreach to the general
public to better understand where
vulnerable populations live within
the City of Willits so that they can be
better served by the City with
hazard-related outreach.
Community
Development
Low - The project could be funded
under the existing budget. The
project is part of or can be part of an
ongoing existing program.
Medium - Project will have
a long-term impact on the
reduction of risk exposure
for life and property, or
project will not provide an
immediate reduction in the
risk exposure for property.
1-3 Years Project HMGP / BRIC Low ps-AH-WL-141
ma-AH-WL-261 All Hazard PRV -
Prevention
Pending 2020 City of Willits Develop a City-wide evacuation plan
that identifies alternative
evacuation routes in the event of a
natural disaster.
City of Willits Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
Medium - Project will have
a long-term impact on the
reduction of risk exposure
for life and property, or
project will not provide an
immediate reduction in the
risk exposure for property.
1-3 Years Planning HMGP / BRIC Medium ps-AH-WL-142
ma-AH-WL-263 All Hazard PE&A -
Public
Education &
Awareness
Pending 2020 City of Willits Install redundant communication
systems, beyond existing landline,
internet, and cell tower
infrastructure, to allow for
emergency notification in the event
of primary systems becoming
compromised during a natural
disaster.
City of Willits High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
3-5 Years Project HMGP / BRIC High ps-AH-WL-138
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Mitigation No. Hazard
Type
Mitigation
Type
Status Year Primary
Agency
Title/Description Responsible
Party
Estimated Cost Estimated Benefit Time
Frame
HMA
Activity
Type
Potential Grant
Source
Priority Related
Problem
Statements
ma-DR-WL-264 Drought NRP -
Natural
Resource
Protection
Pending 2020 City of Willits Implement water supply
contingency projects, explore and
acquire alternative water supplies,
and retrofit water supply systems in
order to improve water supply and
delivery and conserve water.
City of Willits High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
3-5 Years Project HMGP / BRIC Medium ps-DR-WL-116
ma-DR-WL-265 Drought NRP -
Natural
Resource
Protection
Pending 2020 City of Willits Replace existing water intensive
landscaping with drought resistant
landscaping.
City of Willits Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
Medium - Project will have
a long-term impact on the
reduction of risk exposure
for life and property, or
project will not provide an
immediate reduction in the
risk exposure for property.
1-3 Years Project HMGP / BRIC High ps-DR-WL-117
ma-DR-WL-266 Drought PRV -
Prevention
Pending 2020 City of Willits Amend land use codes to
incorporate regulations that
encourage and require water
savings for development.
Community
Development
Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
Medium - Project will have
a long-term impact on the
reduction of risk exposure
for life and property, or
project will not provide an
immediate reduction in the
risk exposure for property.
1-3 Years Planning HMGP / BRIC Medium ps-DR-WL-118
ma-EQ-WL-101 Earthquake SP -
Structural
Projects
Pending 2014 City of Willits Seismically retrofit or replace public
works and/or emergency response
facilities that are necessary during
and/or immediately after a disaster
or emergency.
Public Works High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
3-5 Years Project HMGP / BRIC High ps=DR-WL-178
ma-EQ-WL-267 Earthquake SP -
Structural
Projects
Pending 2020 City of Willits Install seismic gas shut-off valves
on County buildings to prevent the
flow of gas into buildings during a
seismic event.
City of Willits Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 Years Project HMGP / BRIC High ps-EQ-WL-131
ma-EQ-WL-268 Earthquake SP -
Structural
Projects
Pending 2020 City of Willits Retrofit / Harden City-owned critical
facilities and buildings and their
ability to withstand earthquakes.
Public Works
and Building
Department
High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
3-5 Years Project HMGP / BRIC High ps-EQ-WL-132
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Mitigation No. Hazard
Type
Mitigation
Type
Status Year Primary
Agency
Title/Description Responsible
Party
Estimated Cost Estimated Benefit Time
Frame
HMA
Activity
Type
Potential Grant
Source
Priority Related
Problem
Statements
ma-EQ--269 Earthquake PRV -
Prevention
Pending 2020 City of Willits Develop a memorandum of
agreement/understanding with
neighboring cities to share building
inspection services in the event of a
natural disaster.
Community
Development
and Building
Low - The project could be funded
under the existing budget. The
project is part of or can be part of an
ongoing existing program.
Medium - Project will have
a long-term impact on the
reduction of risk exposure
for life and property, or
project will not provide an
immediate reduction in the
risk exposure for property.
1-3 Years Planning HMGP / BRIC Medium ps-EQ-WL-134
ma-EQ-WL-270 Earthquake PE&A -
Public
Education &
Awareness
Pending 2020 City of Willits Encourage privately owned critical
facilities to evaluate the ability of
the buildings to withstand
earthquakes and to address any
deficiencies identified.
Community
Development
Low - The project could be funded
under the existing budget. The
project is part of or can be part of an
ongoing existing program.
Medium - Project will have
a long-term impact on the
reduction of risk exposure
for life and property, or
project will not provide an
immediate reduction in the
risk exposure for property.
Ongoing Planning HMGP / BRIC High ps-EQ-WL-136
ma-EQ-WL-294 Earthquake SP -
Structural
Projects
Pending 2020 City of Willits Conduct seismic inspections of City
facilities to determine what retrofits
are needed to make facilities more
resilient to seismic events.
City of Willits Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 Years Project HMGP / BRIC High ps-EQ-WL-178
ma-EW-WL-271 Extreme
Weather
PPRO -
Property
Protection
Pending 2020 City of Willits Perform a feasibility study for flood
proofing options and analyze the
drainage systems City-wide.
Public Works High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
3-5 Years Project HMGP / BRIC ,
FMA
High ps-EW-WL-122
ma-EW-WL-272 Extreme
Weather
PPRO -
Property
Protection
Pending 2020 City of Willits Routinely inspect storm water
channels for vegetation build up or
encroachment, trash and debris, silt
and gravel build up, and erosion or
bank failure.
Public Works Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
Ongoing Project HMGP / BRIC ,
FMA
High ps-EW-WL-123
ma-EW-WL-273 Extreme
Weather
PPRO -
Property
Protection
Pending 2020 City of Willits Implement a tree removal program
for trees that are at a high risk to
snapping in wind events around
City facilities and infrastructure.
Public Works Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
Ongoing Project HMGP / BRIC Medium ps-EW-WL-124
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Mitigation No. Hazard
Type
Mitigation
Type
Status Year Primary
Agency
Title/Description Responsible
Party
Estimated Cost Estimated Benefit Time
Frame
HMA
Activity
Type
Potential Grant
Source
Priority Related
Problem
Statements
ma-FL-WL-93 Flood PPRO -
Property
Protection
Pending 2014 City of Willits Acquire, relocate, or elevate
residential structures, in particular
those that have been identified as
Repetitive Loss (RL) properties that
are located within the 100-year
floodplain.
Community
Development
and Public
Works
High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
3-5 Years Project HMGP / BRIC ,
FMA
Medium ps-FL-WL-119
ma-FL-WL-96 Flood PPRO -
Property
Protection
Pending 2014 City of Willits Retrofit wastewater and potable
water facilities that subject to
flooding. Retrofitting activities may
include elevating vulnerable
equipment, electrical controls, and
other equipment, fastening and
sealing manhole covers to prevent
floodwater infiltration, and
protecting wells and other potable
water from infiltration and flood
damage by raising controls and well
pipes.
Community
Development
and Public
Works
High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 years,
ongoing
Project HMGP / BRIC ,
FMA
High ps-EW-WL-121,
ps-FL-WL-119
ma-FL-WL-103 Flood PRV -
Prevention
Ongoing 2008 City of Willits Continue to participate in the NFIP
program by enforcing the floodplain
management ordinance to reduce
future flood damage. In addition, join
the Community Rating System (CRS)
program. A community that
participates in additional floodplain
management activities, such as
those outlined in the CRS program,
will reduce flood losses, facilitate
accurate insurance rating, and
promote the awareness of flood
insurance.
Community
Development
Low - The project could be funded
under the existing budget. The
project is part of or can be part of an
ongoing existing program.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
Ongoing Planning HMGP / BRIC ,
FMA
High ps-FL-WL-120
ma-FL-MCOE-274 Flood PPRO -
Property
Protection
Pending 2020 City of Willits Elevate and retrofit bridges and
culverts to allow proper stormwater
/ 100-YR flows.
Public Works High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
3-5 Years Project HMGP / BRIC ,
FMA
High ps-FL-WL-119
ma-PN-WL-292 Pandemic SP -
Structural
Projects
Pending 2020 City of Willits Install additional barriers and proper
ventilation in Emergency
Operations Center (EOC, City Hall) to
allow for operation of EOC during
pandemic and hazard event.
City of Willits Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 Years Project HMGP / BRIC High ps-PN-WL-176
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Mitigation No. Hazard
Type
Mitigation
Type
Status Year Primary
Agency
Title/Description Responsible
Party
Estimated Cost Estimated Benefit Time
Frame
HMA
Activity
Type
Potential Grant
Source
Priority Related
Problem
Statements
ma-PN-WL-293 Pandemic ES -
Emergency
Services
Pending 2020 City of Willits Develop alternative sheltering/
evacuation locations for distancing
required during pandemic and other
hazard event.
City of Willits Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 Years Project HMGP / BRIC High ps-PN-WL-177
ma-WF-WL-92 Wildfire PPRO -
Property
Protection
Pending 2014 City of Willits Create a vegetation management
program that provides vegetation
management services to elderly,
disabled, or low-income property
owners who lack the resources to
remove flammable vegetation from
around their homes.
Community
Development
Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 Years Project HMGP / BRIC ,
FP&S
High ps-WF-WL-127
ma-WF-WL-275 Wildfire SP -
Structural
Projects
Pending 2020 City of Willits Retrofit City facilities with fireproof
building materials to better
withstand potential impacts of
wildfire.
City of Willits High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
3-5 Years Project HMGP / BRIC ,
FP&S
High ps-WF-WL-126,
ps-WF-WL-125,
ps-WF-WL-179
ma-WF-WL-284 Wildfire PPRO -
Property
Protection
Pending 2020 City of Willits Develop vegetation management
program to remove under story
brush and excessive fuels around
City roads, evacuation routes, and
buildings.
Public Works Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
Medium - Project will have
a long-term impact on the
reduction of risk exposure
for life and property, or
project will not provide an
immediate reduction in the
risk exposure for property.
Ongoing Project HMGP / BRIC ,
FP&S
High ps-WF-WL-129,
ps-WF-WL-130
ma-WF-WL-288 Wildfire PPRO -
Property
Protection
Pending 2020 City of Willits Implement Mendocino County
CWPP Mitigation Projects (Battalion
2: Willits) Including shaded fuel
break to protect Willits water
system, construct replacement fire
station, and replace 1 aging fire
apparatus.
Mendocino
Unit at
Howard
Forest Station
Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
3-5 Years Project HMGP / BRIC ,
AFG , FP&S
High ps-WF-WL-127,
ps-WF-WL-128,
ps-WF-WL-129
ma-WF-WL-291 Wildfire SP -
Structural
Projects
Pending 2020 City of Willits Increase City water supply storage
to achieve adequate water pressure
throughout the City's system for
emergency fire response and so fire
sprinkler systems in buildings can
function properly.
City of Willits High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
3-5 Years Project HMGP / BRIC ,
FP&S
High ps-WF-WL-175
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Mendocino County
Multi-Jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation Plan
OFFICE OF EDUCATION (MCOE)
Participating Jurisdiction Annex
Section 5. Office of Education ............................................................................................................ 5-1
5.1 Purpose ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 5-1
5.2 Planning Methodology ................................................................................................................................................................. 5-1
5.3 What’s New ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 5-2
5.3.1 Mitigation Successes .......................................................................................................................................................... 5-2
5.4 Risk Assessment ........................................................................................................................................................................... 5-3
5.4.1 Hazard Screening Criteria ................................................................................................................................................ 5-4
5.4.2 Hazard Risk Ranking ......................................................................................................................................................... 5-6
5.4.3 Vulnerability Assessment ............................................................................................................................................... 5-6
5.5 Mitigation Strategy ..................................................................................................................................................................... 5-27
5.5.1 Capabilities Assessment ................................................................................................................................................. 5-27
5.5.2 Mitigation Actions ............................................................................................................................................................ 5-32
List of Figures
Figure 5-1: Mendocino County Office of Education Location ............................................................................................ 5-2
Figure 5-2: Mendocino County Office of Education Risk Assessment .......................................................................... 5-7
Figure 5-3: Mendocino County Office of Education Dam Inundation ........................................................................... 5-13
Figure 5-4: Mendocino County Office of Education M7.4 Maacama Garberville ...................................................... 5-14
Figure 5-5: Mendocino CTY Off. of Education M7.8 N. San Andreas -N. Coast -Peninsula – SC MTN ............. 5-15
Figure 5-6: Mendocino County Office of Education FEMA Flood Risk Exposure ..................................................... 5-16
Figure 5-7: Mendocino County Off. of Education Av. Annual Precipitation (1981-2010. Inches) ........................ 5-17
Figure 5-8: Mendocino County Office of Education Annual Average Wind Speed (Power Class) ..................... 5-18
Figure 5-9: Mendocino County Office of Education Wildfire Risk Exposure .............................................................. 5-19
Figure 5-10: Mendocino County Drought Severity Timeline 2000-2021....................................................................... 5-20
Figure 5-11: Guidance for Problem Statements ...................................................................................................................... 5-22
Figure 5-12: Mitigation Action Key .............................................................................................................................................. 5-32
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List of Tables
Table 5-1: Planning Committee Members .................................................................................................................................... 5-1
Table 5-2: Hazard Prioritization ...................................................................................................................................................... 5-4
Table 5-3: Document Review Crosswalk ..................................................................................................................................... 5-5
Table 5-4: Office of Education Facility Exposure to Hazards Table ................................................................................. 5-9
Table 5-5: Office of Education Drought Classifications and Impacts ........................................................................... 5-20
Table 5-6: Office of Education Problem Statements ............................................................................................................. 5-22
Table 5-7: Planning and Regulatory Capabilities Summary ............................................................................................. 5-28
Table 5-8: Administrative and Technical Capabilities Summary ................................................................................... 5-29
Table 5-9: Financial Capabilities Summary .............................................................................................................................5-30
Table 5-10: Education and Outreach Capabilities Summary ............................................................................................. 5-31
Table 5-11. Office of Education Mitigation Actions ............................................................................................................... 5-33
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Section 5. Office of Education
5.1 Purpose
This Annex details the hazard mitigation planning elements specific to the Mendocino County Office of
Education (MCOE). This Annex is not intended to be a standalone document but appends to and
supplements the information contained in the base plan document. As such, all sections of the base plan,
including the planning process and other procedural requirements apply to and were met by the Office of
Education. This Annex provides additional information specific to the Office of Education, with a focus on
providing additional details on the planning process, risk assessment, and mitigation. Figure 5-1 displays
the boundaries of the Office of Education.
Hazard Mitigation Plan Point of Contact
Primary Point of Contact Alternate Point of Contact
Rebecca Jeffries, Assistant Superintendent of
Business and Administrative Services
Mendocino County Office of Education
2240 Old River Rd,
Ukiah, CA 95482
Telephone: (707) 467-5030
e-mail Address: bjeffries@mcoe.us
Gabriel Sherman, Director of Facilities
Ukiah Unified School District
511 South Orchard Avenue,
Ukiah, CA 95482
Telephone: (707) 472-5080
e-mail Address: gsherman@uusd.net
5.2 Planning Methodology
The Office of Education followed the planning process detailed in Volume 1, Section 3, including
participating in the County Hazard Mitigation Planning Committee (HMPC) and Steering Committee and
formulating their own internal planning team to support the broader planning process. Internal planning
participants, their positions, and how they participated in the planning process are shown in Table 5-1.
Table 5-1: Planning Committee Members
Planning Committee Members Department
Steve Turner Maintenance and Operations
Gabriel Sherman Ukiah Unified School District
Barry Silva Fort Bragg Unified School District
Terry McEntee Willits Unified School District
Ottopascal Rice Mendocino Unified School District
Mac Adam Lojowsky Mendocino -Lake Community College District
Cindy Gonzalez Manchester Elementary School
Scott Ritchie Point Arena Elementary and High School
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Figure 5-1: Mendocino County Office of Education Location
5.3 What’s New
The Office of Education has been making improvements toward reducing natural hazard risks to life and
property since the existing MJHMP was adopted.
The Office reevaluated previous mitigation actions, including considerations of progress made on
mitigation efforts, and retained them as pending or ongoing; no tables for completed or cancelled
mitigation actions are included. Ongoing and pending mitigation actions are described in Table 5-11.
5.3.1 Mitigation Successes
The Office of Education has been making improvements toward reducing natural hazard risks to life and
property since the existing MJHMP was adopted. The MCOE has instituted several mitigation actions from
the existing MJHMP. See Vol. 1 for a listing of historic mitigation actions. Listed below is a success story
where Office of Education successfully implemented hazard mitigation projects.
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STORY 1: Office of Education Building Retrofits
In 2015 MCOE was able to replace a collection of 40+ year old wood framed portable school buildings at our
Community School site. This site is located in a zone with moderate wildfire risk and very strong to Severe
earthquake risk. We complied with a siting and construction requirements of the California Division of
State Architect, including conducting a Geotechnical Survey of the site. The Modular complex of two
buildings, was constructed on a permanent foundation using fire resistant materials.
STORY 2: Point Arena High School Fire Mitigation
In 2016, Point Arena High School reduced the fire danger from trees on a seven acre area of their campus
by removing dead trees and trimming healthy trees to eight feet above ground then chipping the slash.
STORY 3: Office of Education Backup Power Generation
MCOE is the Internet Service Provider for all school districts in Mendocino County and the payroll
processor for all school employees in the county. To sustain this critical function, MCOE has installed
three, propane powered, backup generators to sustain our internet connectivity and financial services
during natural disasters and Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS). The last generator was installed in
2018. The generators proved invaluable during the fire season of 2019 when three consecutive PSPS
events, one lasting five days, plunged most of the county into darkness, potentially disrupting three
separate payroll cycles. Even though some districts were unable to connect to MCOE due to their local
power outage, by exercising the various options in our Business Continuity Plan, each payroll was
completed on time.
STORY 4: Leggett Unified School District Water Well and Water Treatment
In 2016, Leggett Unified School district undertook a project to replace their water system because the water
quality was so poor it was declared unfit and the district had to purchase bottled water for drinking,
cooking, and sanitation. The poor water quality was partially due to the varying annual rainfall from the
effects of climate change. The district drilled two new wells and constructed a new water treatment plant,
eliminating the need to haul water.
5.4 Risk Assessment
The intent of this section is to profile the Office of Education’s hazards and assess the Office of Education’s
vulnerabilities, distinct from that of the County-wide planning area. The hazard profiles in Volume 1
discuss overall impacts to the planning area and describes the hazard problem description, hazard extent,
magnitude/severity, previous occurrences of hazard events and the likelihood of future occurrences. For
more information on Risk Assessment Methodologies, see Vol. 1 and Appendix A.
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5.4.1 Hazard Screening Criteria
Planning Team members from each participating jurisdiction collectively discussed which hazards should
be profiled in the Plan and which should not. The results of that discussion can be found in Table 5-2.
Detailed hazard profiles of the most significant County-wide hazards are described in Section 4 of
Volume 1. The Planning Team reviewed previously-prepared hazard mitigation plans and other relevant
documents to determine the realm of natural hazards that have the potential to affect Office of Education.
Table 5-3 provides a crosswalk of relevant planning documents and the hazards discussed therein. The
crosswalk was used to develop a preliminary hazards list, providing a framework for the Planning Team
members to evaluate which hazards were truly relevant to Office of Education and which ones were not.
Section 5.4.2 below describes the hazard risk ranking process that was performed by the planning team
which prioritized hazards that are specifically relevant to Office of Education.
Table 5-2: Hazard Prioritization
Hazard Type Explanation
Climate Change High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Dam/ Levee failure High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Drought High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Earthquake/ Geologic Hazards High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Flood High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Hazardous Material While hazardous materials can release and impact the County, there
are better avenues to address this hazard outside this plan.
High Winds/ Straight Line Winds High priority county-wide, profiled as part of Severe Weather.
Insect Hazards While hazardous insects exist in Mendocino County, this was not
considered a priority and is not profiled in this plan.
Pandemic Disease High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Severe Weather, including: High priority county-wide for heavy wind and heavy rain.
Extreme Heat Not a priority as extreme weather event, discussed as climate change
impact.
Hail Hail events are rare in Mendocino County and not profiled in this
plan.
High Wind Profiled as part of Severe Weather hazard.
Heavy Rain Profiled as part of Severe Weather hazard.
Fog While fog events do occur within Mendocino County, they are rare
and are not considered a priority.
Lightning Not a priority as an extreme weather event; discussed as source of
wildfire.
Severe Thunderstorm Severe thunderstorms were not identified as a priority in this plan.
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Hazard Type Explanation
Winter Storm / Extreme Cold/
Freeze Events
While winter storms are present in Mendocino County, they were not
identified as a priority for this plan.
Slope Failure High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Soil Hazards High priority county-wide, profiled hazard (includes erosion and
naturally-occurring asbestos).
Terrorism/Human Caused Threats
While terrorism is certainly a threat to the County and participating
jurisdictions, it is best addressed in other plans as this HMP does not
address human-caused threats.
Tornado Impacts to the County from tornados are extremely unlikely, if any.
Volcanic Activity Due to distance from volcanoes and the limited chance of an
eruption, this hazard was not identified as a priority.
Wildfire High priority county-wide, profiled hazard.
Table 5-3: Document Review Crosswalk
Hazards
2014 Mendocino County
MJHMP
2009 Mendocino County
General Plan
2018 California State
HMP
Agricultural Pests ■ ■
Climate Change ■ ■
Dam Failure ■ ■ ■
Drought ■ ■ ■
Earthquake ■ ■ ■
Flood ■ ■ ■
Insect Hazards ■
Landslide ■ ■
Levee Failure ■* ■
Manmade Hazards ■ ■
Pandemic Disease ■ ■
Sea Level Rise ■
Severe Weather ■
Soil Hazards ■**
Terrorism & Tech Hazards ■
Tsunami ■ ■ ■
Volcano ■
Wildfire ■*** ■ ■
* included as part of dam failure
** included naturally occurring asbestos
*** included urban conflagration
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5.4.2 Hazard Risk Ranking
The Office of Education’s Planning Team used the same hazard prioritization process as the Mendocino
County Planning Committee. This process is described in detail in Section 4.3.1 of Vol. 1. Figure 5-2 displays
the results of the hazard risk ranking exercise that was performed by the Planning Team. The Planning
Team chose to assess Office of Education’s vulnerability to following hazards:
▪ Dam Failure ▪ Earthquake ▪ Flood ▪ Wildfire
▪ ▪ Climate Change ▪ Pandemic ▪ Extreme Weather
▪
▪ Drought
▪
All of these hazards have been profiled in Vol. 1 of this document. The purpose of this annex to specifically
address Office of Education’s vulnerability to these specifically-identified hazards.
5.4.3 Vulnerability Assessment
Assessing vulnerabilities exposes the unique characteristics of individual hazards and begins the process
of narrowing down which areas within Office of Education are vulnerable to specific hazard events. The
vulnerability assessment included field visits and a GIS overlaying method for examining such
vulnerabilities more in depth. Using these methods, participating jurisdictions estimated vulnerable
populations, infrastructure, and potential losses from hazards.
5.4.3.1 Risk Assessment
Each participating jurisdiction developed a risk matrix that assessed the probability and impact of various
hazards within the jurisdiction. Figure 5-2 is the jurisdiction’s risk assessment, which was completed in
part using the web based and interactive Risk Assessment Mapping Platform (RAMP), accessed via the
project website at www.mitigatehazards.com. RAMP allows interactive discovery of robust risk,
vulnerability, and exposure data developed especially for Mendocino County. RAMP is a mapping platform
built specifically for mitigation planning. It displays County/jurisdiction facilities and buildings overlaid
with natural hazards layers to bring interactivity and individual discovery to the GIS analysis performed
for the MJHMP. See Vol. 1 for a detailed description of RAMP. The Planning Team used RAMP in meetings
and as needed to understand vulnerabilities to Office of Education. Users interactively filter facilities and
buildings by natural hazard zones and/or construction characteristics.
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Figure 5-2: Mendocino County Office of Education Risk Assessment
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5.4.3.2 Snapshot Exposure Maps
The included snapshot maps, displayed below in Figure 5-3 through Figure 5-10, illustrate Office of
Education’s vulnerability to specific hazards. These maps overlay hazard areas with property owned by
the Office of Education and school districts represented by the Office of Education. Individual property
vulnerability is described in Section 5.4.3.2 and is further available on the Risk Assessment Mapping Tool
at MitigateHazards.com.
Figures include:
▪ Figure 5-3: Mendocino County Office of Education Dam Inundation
▪ Figure 5-4: Mendocino County Office of Education M7.4 Maacama Garberville
▪ Figure 5-5: Mendocino CTY Off. of Education M7.8 N. San Andreas -N. Coast -Peninsula – SC MTN
▪ Figure 5-6: Mendocino County Office of Education FEMA Flood Risk Exposure
▪ Figure 5-7: Mendocino County Off. of Education Av. Annual Precipitation (1981-2010. Inches)
▪ Figure 5-8: Mendocino County Office of Education Annual Average Wind Speed (Power Class)
▪ Figure 5-9: Mendocino County Office of Education Wildfire Risk Exposure
▪ Figure 5-10: Mendocino County Drought Severity Timeline 2000-2021
Based on the above risk assessment, the snapshot maps focus on those hazards prioritized by the
jurisdiction. These maps helped the Planning Team understand the exposure of population, parcels, and
critical infrastructure to specific hazards. Each map contains an exposure summary that displays the
percent of the population, the improvement and content value of parcels, and the amount of critical
infrastructure that is exposed to each respective hazard.
5.4.3.3 Facility Exposure Table
The Office of Education is participating in this MJHMP on behalf of school districts within Mendocino
County. Mapping is shown for all District facilities throughout the County. Table 5-4 reflects which
properties owned by the Office of Education or one of the school districts it represents are particularly
vulnerable to prioritized hazards.
This table is unique to the Office of Education because of the County-wide geographic extent of the Office
of Education and the individual school districts who are responsible for mitigation within their own
facilities in partnership with the Office of Education.
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Table 5-4: Office of Education Facility Exposure to Hazards Table
Mendocino Office of Education Facility Exposure to Hazards
Facility Wildfire Flood M7.4 EQ
Scenario
M7.8 EQ
Scenario
Dam
Inundatio
n
Asbesto
s
Anderson Valley Unified
Anderson Valley District Office Moderate
Very
Strong
Very
Strong
Anderson Valley Elementary School Moderate
Very
Strong
Very
Strong
Anderson Valley Junior High School Moderate
Very
Strong
Very
Strong
Bus Barn Moderate
Very
Strong
Very
Strong
Arena Union Elementary
Arena Union Elementary Moderate Strong Severe
District Office Moderate Strong Severe
Fort Bragg Unified
Bus Garage W Fuels Moderate Strong
Very
Strong
Coast Center Moderate Strong
Very
Strong
Dana Gray Elementary Moderate Strong
Very
Strong
District Office Moderate Strong Severe
Fort Bragg High School Moderate Strong
Very
Strong
Fort Bragg Middle School Moderate Strong
Very
Strong
Noyo High School Moderate Strong
Very
Strong
Redwood Elementary School Moderate Strong
Very
Strong
Shelter Cove Moderate Strong
Very
Strong
Laytonville Unified
District Office Moderate Strong Severe
Laytonville Elementary School Moderate Severe Strong Yes
Laytonville High School (New And Old) High Severe Strong Yes
Spy Rock School Moderate Severe Moderate
Leggett Valley Unified
Bus Garage High Severe Moderate
Leggett Elementary / High School High Severe Moderate
Whale Gulch Elementary / High School High
Very
Strong Moderate
Manchester Union Elementary
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Manchester Elementary School Moderate Strong Violent
Mendocino College
Mendocino College Moderate Severe Strong Yes
Mendocino College-Coast Campus Offsite Moderate Strong
Very
Strong
Mendocino College-Coast Center Moderate Strong
Very
Strong
Mendocino College-North County Center Moderate 100yr Violent Strong
Mendocino College-Point Arena Field Station Moderate Moderate Severe
Mendocino County Office
CA Conservation Corps Site Leased Violent Strong Yes
Calpella School Moderate Severe Strong Yes
Coast Center Moderate Strong
Very
Strong
Data Center For All County Schools Violent Strong Yes
Low Gap Center Moderate Severe Strong
New Beginnings Community School Moderate Severe
Very
Strong
River Center Violent Strong Yes
Mendocino Unified
Albion School
Very
High Strong
Very
Strong
Bus Barn W Fuel Moderate Strong Severe
Community Center & Friendship Park Leased Moderate Strong
Very
Strong
Community High School Moderate Strong
Very
Strong
Comptche School High Strong
Very
Strong
District Office Moderate Strong Severe
Greenwood Preschool High Strong Severe
Maintenance Shop W 30K Water Tanks High Strong
Very
Strong
Mendocino Community Network Isp Moderate Strong
Very
Strong
Mendocino High School Moderate Strong
Very
Strong
Mendocino K-8 School High Strong
Very
Strong
Point Arena Joint Union High
Bus Barn W Fuel Moderate Strong Severe
Point Arena High School Moderate Strong Severe
South Coast Continuation High School Moderate Strong Severe
Potter Valley Community Unified
Bus Barn Moderate
Very
Strong
Very
Strong
District Office Moderate Strong Severe
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Potter Valley Elementry Moderate
Very
Strong Strong Yes
Potter Valley High School Moderate
Very
Strong Strong Yes
Round Valley Unified
Bus Barn W Fuel Moderate Strong Severe
District Office Moderate Strong Severe
Parent Center Counseling Office Moderate
Very
Strong Moderate
Round Valley Elementary School Moderate
Very
Strong Moderate
Round Valley High School Moderate
Very
Strong Moderate
Ukiah Unified
Adult School Facility Moderate Severe
Very
Strong
Calpella Elementary School Moderate Severe Strong Yes
Community Transition Program Moderate Severe Strong
District Service Center Moderate Violent
Very
Strong Yes
District Warehouse Moderate Severe
Very
Strong
Eagle Peak Middle School Moderate Severe Strong
Frank Zeek Elementary School Moderate Severe
Very
Strong
Grace Hudson Elementary School Moderate Severe Strong
Hopland Elementary School-Vacant Moderate 100yr Severe
Very
Strong Yes Yes
Maintenance Transportation Yard W Fuels Moderate 100yr Severe
Very
Strong Yes
Nokomis Elementary School High Severe Strong
Oak Manor Elementary School Moderate
500yr Violent
Very
Strong Yes Yes
Pomolita Middle School Moderate Severe
Very
Strong
Preschool Village Moderate Severe
Very
Strong
Redwood Valley Elementary School-Vacant High Severe Strong
Redwood Valley Outdoor Ed Project High Severe Strong Yes
South Valley Continuation High School Moderate
500yr Severe Strong
Technology Office Severe
Very
Strong Yes
Ukiah High School Moderate Severe Strong
Yokayo Elementary School Moderate Severe Strong
Willits Unified
Adolescent Program Moderate Violent Strong
Baechtel Grove Middle School Moderate Violent Strong Yes
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Blosser Lane Middle School And District
Office Moderate Violent Strong Yes
Brookside Elementary School High Violent Strong Yes
Bus Barn W Fuel Moderate Strong Severe
District Office Moderate Strong Severe
San Hedrin Continuation High School High Violent Strong Yes
Sherwood Elementary School
Very
High Severe Strong Yes
Willits High School Moderate Violent Strong
Willits Kids Club - Leased Moderate Violent Strong Yes
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Figure 5-3: Mendocino County Office of Education Dam Inundation
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Figure 5-4: Mendocino County Office of Education M7.4 Maacama Garberville
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Figure 5-5: Mendocino CTY Off. of Education M7.8 N. San Andreas -N. Coast -Peninsula – SC MTN
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Figure 5-6: Mendocino County Office of Education FEMA Flood Risk Exposure
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Figure 5-7: Mendocino County Off. of Education Av. Annual Precipitation (1981-2010. Inches)
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Figure 5-8: Mendocino County Office of Education Annual Average Wind Speed (Power Class)
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Figure 5-9: Mendocino County Office of Education Wildfire Risk Exposure
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Table 5-5: Office of Education Drought Classifications and Impacts
Category Description Possible Impacts
D0
Abnormally Dry ▪ Going into drought, short term dryness, slowing planting, growth of crops or
pastures.
▪ Coming out of drought, some lingering water deficits and pasture or crops not fully
recovered.
D1
Moderate
Drought
▪ Some damage to crops, pastures
▪ Streams, reservoirs, or wells low, some water shortages developing or imminent
▪ Voluntary water-use restrictions requested
D2
Severe Drought ▪ Crop or pasture losses likely
▪ Water shortages common
▪ Water restrictions imposed
D3 Extreme
Drought
▪ Major crop/ pasture losses
▪ Widespread water shortages or restrictions
D4 Exceptional
Drought
▪ Exceptional and widespread crop/ pasture losses
▪ Shortages of water in reservoirs, streams, and wells creating water
Adapted from U.S. Drought Monitor Drought Classifications and Impacts
Figure 5-10: Mendocino County Drought Severity Timeline 2000-2021
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5.4.3.4 Future Development
School districts, including Office of Education, are guided by numerous state regulations to avoid school
sites being located within hazard areas. According to Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations, site
selection for future school district facilities must 1) consider the public interest, 2) not be located on an
active earthquake fault or fault trace, and 3) be based on geologic and soil engineering studies if the future
site is located within any special study zones or an area designated as geologically hazardous in the safety
element of the local general plan. State funded school districts are required to coordinate with the local
planning agency while siting future school sites, including providing written notice to the relevant
planning agency and receive a written report on the site’s conformity with the adopted General Plan. (Cal.
Code Regs tit. 5 § 14011(f)) The General Plan includes descriptions of areas most appropriate for
development, including considerations for hazard safety among many factors.
Numerous building and zoning codes at the state and local level apply to the construction of future school
district facilities, and are focused on mitigating the impact from hazards to the facilities. For example, the
California Field Act of 1933, which is enforced by the Division of the State Architect (DSA), creates a higher
standard for the construction of school facilities to make them resilient to earthquake events. (Cal.
Education Code § 17280 et seq.) Buildings constructed under the Field Act are among the safest and most
resilient buildings to experience an earthquake. Plans for construction of any future MCOE facilities will
be submitted to the DSA to ensure they comply with all the provisions of the Field Act.
Three school districts in Mendocino county, Mendocino, Fort Bragg, and Ukiah, received voter approval in
June 2020 to issue General Obligation Bonds for facility construction, re-construction, renovation, and
upgrades. Many of the projects listed in the bond language could contribute to mitigating hazards in the
respective districts but due to the current cost of schools construction it is not enough to address all the
issues that have been identified in each district's facility master plan.
5.4.3.5 Identify Hazard Problem Statements
As part of the mitigation action identification process, the Planning Committee for each jurisdiction
identified areas of concern (aka problem statements) for their respective facilities based on the risk
assessment and vulnerability analysis, utilizing the RAMP mapping and static snapshot maps. Problem
statements focused on the impact, victim, or threat that the hazard could create in the jurisdiction, as
described in Figure 5-11. Identifying common issues and weaknesses through these problem statements
assisted the Planning Committee in understanding the realm of resources needed for mitigation.
Jurisdiction problem statements are listed in Table 5-6.
The goal is to have at least one mitigation action for every problem statement. Projects or actions have
been developed to mitigate each problem identified. See Table 5-11 for a full list of mitigation actions and
corresponding problem statements that they address. Each problem statement is coded with a problem
number for cross-referencing between Table 5-6 and Table 5-11.
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Figure 5-11: Guidance for Problem Statements
Table 5-6: Office of Education Problem Statements
Problem
No. Hazard
Area of
Concern
Mitigation
Alternatives
Primary
Agency Problem Description
Related
MA
ps-AH-
MCOE-180
All
Hazard
Impact PE&A - Public Education &
Awareness , ES -
Emergency Services
Mendocino
County
Office of
Education
MCOOE lacks a formal warning
system framework for disseminating
information School Districts, faculty,
students, and families during and after
natural hazard events.
ma-AH-
MCOE-
169, ma-
AH-
MCOE-255
ps-CC-
MCOE-90
Climate
Change
Threat SP - Structural Projects Mendocino
County
Office of
Education
Climate Change will increase the
frequency and intensity of wildfires,
droughts and extreme weather events
such as high winds, extreme heat, and
flooding. This will impact the schools
in various ways, such as unhealthy air
quality requiring more filtration of
ventilation systems, lack of adequate
water to meet domestic and landscape
needs, preventative power shutoffs
disrupting water sources, classroom
ventilation, loss of refrigeration and
thus stored food.
ma-WF-
MCOE-
243
ps-DF-
MCOE-88
Dam
Failure
Impact PE&A - Public Education &
Awareness
Mendocino
County
Office of
Education
The following facilities are located in a
dam inundation zone: Ukiah
maintenance yard, Ukiah unified
technology office, Willits High School,
Ukiah Unified District Service Center,
Oak Manor Elementary School,
Hopland Elementary School, and
Mendocino College Main Campus
ma-DF-
MCOE-256
IMPACT
Casualties
Property Damage
Business Interruption
Financial Loss
Environmental Contamination
VICTIM
School Children in Hazard High
Hazard Areas
Care Facilities in High Hazard
Area
Vulnerable Population Exposed to
hazards
THREAT
Increased Fuels due to drought
Hotter, drier climates
More Intense Storms
Impervious surfaces = greater
runoff
Increases of Invasive Species
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Problem
No. Hazard
Area of
Concern
Mitigation
Alternatives
Primary
Agency Problem Description
Related
MA
ps-DR-
MCOE-62
Drought Impact NRP - Natural Resource
Protection
Mendocino
County
Office of
Education
Drought could impact water supply of
schools that rely on well water
including Mendocino, Laytonville,
Leggett, Manchester, Round Valley,
Potter Valley, and Anderson Valley
ma-DR-
MCOE-
232
ps-DR-
MCOE-63
Drought Impact NRP - Natural Resource
Protection
Mendocino
County
Office of
Education
Impacts of drought could lead to
killing of grass on sport’s fields,
affecting school’s ability to host
sporting events and could lead to more
injuries due to playing on harder
surfaces
ma-DR-
MCOE-
229
ps-DR-
MCOE-64
Drought Threat NRP - Natural Resource
Protection
Mendocino
County
Office of
Education
School facilities have irrigated turf
grass and landscaping
ma-DR-
MCOE-
230
ps-DR-
MCOE-65
Drought Threat NRP - Natural Resource
Protection
Mendocino
County
Office of
Education
Drought could lead to dead plants near
buildings which will raise the fire
danger around school facilities
including Laytonville USD; Round
Valley USD; Anderson Va USD;
Mendocino, especially Albion and
Comptche schools
ma-WF-
MCOE-
240
ps-DR-
MCOE-66
Drought Threat NRP - Natural Resource
Protection
Mendocino
County
Office of
Education
Prolonged drought weakens large
unirrigated oak trees, making them
more susceptible to breaking
ma-EW-
MCOE-
209
ps-EQ-
MCOE-82
Earthqu
ake
Impact PPRO - Property Protection
, PE&A - Public Education
& Awareness , SP -
Structural Projects
Mendocino
County
Office of
Education
The following school facilities are
located in a “violent” shake zone for
the Maacama Garberville EQ scenario:
Brookside Elementary School, San
Hedrin continuation high school,
Willits Kids Club, Willits Unified Bus
Barn, Willits High School, Baechtel
Grove Middle School, Willits Unified
District Office, Blosser Lane Middle
School and District Office, Ukiah
Unified District Service Center, Oak
Manor Elementary School, MCOE Data
Center, MCOE Conservation Corps Site,
all Mendocino College sites
ma-EQ-
MCOE-
253, ma-
EQ-
MCOE-
252, ma-
EQ-
MCOE-
254, ma-
EQ-
MCOE-251
ps-EQ-
MCOE-83
Earthqu
ake
Impact PPRO - Property Protection
, PE&A - Public Education
& Awareness , SP -
Structural Projects
Mendocino
County
Office of
Education
The following school facilities are
located in a “violent” shake zone for
the 7.8 N. San Andreas EQ scenario:
Manchester Elementary School
ma-EQ-
MCOE-
252, ma-
EQ-
MCOE-
253, ma-
EQ-
MCOE-
254, ma-
EQ-
MCOE-251
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Problem
No. Hazard
Area of
Concern
Mitigation
Alternatives
Primary
Agency Problem Description
Related
MA
ps-EQ-
MCOE-84
Earthqu
ake
Impact PPRO - Property Protection
, PE&A - Public Education
& Awareness , SP -
Structural Projects
Mendocino
County
Office of
Education
Transportation routes that schools rely
on could be damaged or destroyed due
to earthquake
ma-EQ-
MCOE-
254
ps-EQ-
MCOE-85
Earthqu
ake
Impact PPRO - Property Protection
, SP - Structural Projects
Mendocino
County
Office of
Education
School facilities lack seismic shut-off
valves on gas meters
ma-EQ-
MCOE-252
ps-EQ-
MCOE-86
Earthqu
ake
Impact PPRO - Property Protection
, SP - Structural Projects
Mendocino
County
Office of
Education
A list of school facilities on the DSA AB
300 list can be found at the following
link:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/4uyevu10
8c3a3mw/Mendocio%20COE%20AB-
300%20list.pdf?dl=1
ma-EQ-
MCOE-
249, ma-
EQ-
MCOE-
250
ps-EQ-
MCOE-87
Earthqu
ake
Impact PPRO - Property Protection
, SP - Structural Projects
Mendocino
County
Office of
Education
Non-Structural Problem - Unknown
vulnerabilities within buildings related
to unsecured contents in buildings.
Pre -1978 buildings may have older
suspension systems of suspended
ceilings. EQ hazards exist due to
failure of non -structural elements
such as ceilings, lights, ducts and
plumbing (underpinning only).
ma-EQ-
MCOE-
249, ma-
EQ-
MCOE-251
ps-EW-
MCOE-71
Extreme
Weather
Impact PPRO - Property Protection
, SP - Structural Projects
Mendocino
County
Office of
Education
Heavy rain events create localized
flooding issues including pooling of
water around the foundations of
school facilities.
ma-FL-
MCOE-
245
ps-EW-
MCOE-72
Extreme
Weather
Impact PPRO - Property Protection
, NRP - Natural Resource
Protection
Mendocino
County
Office of
Education
High winds along the coast of
Mendocino County create a risk of loss
of power which would affect school’s
ability to access well water and
prevent food from spoiling. Schools at
risk include Ft. Bragg USD, Manchester
Elementary, Arena Elementary, Point
Arena High School Mendocino USD,
and Anderson Va USD.
ma-WF-
MCOE-
243
ps-EW-
MCOE-73
Extreme
Weather
Impact SP - Structural Projects Mendocino
County
Office of
Education
Extreme heat will stress HVAC and
electrical systems
ma-EW-
MCOE-257
ps-EW-
MCOE-74
Extreme
Weather
Impact PPRO - Property Protection
, NRP - Natural Resource
Protection
Mendocino
County
Office of
Education
High winds can break trees and pose a
threat to school facilities, students,
and faculty
ma-EW-
MCOE-
209
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Problem
No. Hazard
Area of
Concern
Mitigation
Alternatives
Primary
Agency Problem Description
Related
MA
ps-EW-
MCOE-75
Extreme
Weather
Threat PPRO - Property Protection
, NRP - Natural Resource
Protection
Mendocino
County
Office of
Education
Big Cypress trees pose a threat to
Mendocino Unified School District. Big
cypress trees are a hollow tree that
wind events can break and create
hazards for buildings, students, and
faculty.
ma-EW-
MCOE-
209
ps-EW-
MCOE-76
Extreme
Weather
Threat PPRO - Property Protection
, NRP - Natural Resource
Protection
Mendocino
County
Office of
Education
High winds can lead to drying out
vegetation and increasing fire risk
around school facilities
ma-WF-
MCOE-
240
ps-FL-
MCOE-67
Flood Impact PPRO - Property Protection
, NRP - Natural Resource
Protection , SP - Structural
Projects
Mendocino
County
Office of
Education
Laytonville High School routinely
experiences flooding, threatening
buildings and equipment
ma-FL-
MCOE-
245, ma-
FL-MCOE-
247
ps-FL-
MCOE-68
Flood Impact PPRO - Property Protection
, NRP - Natural Resource
Protection , SP - Structural
Projects
Mendocino
County
Office of
Education
Hopland Elementary and Ukiah
Unified are located in the 100-YR flood
plain
ma-FL-
MCOE-
247, ma-
FL-MCOE-
248
ps-FL-
MCOE-69
Flood Impact PPRO - Property Protection
, PE&A - Public Education
& Awareness , NRP -
Natural Resource
Protection , SP - Structural
Projects
Mendocino
County
Office of
Education
Flooding on State HWY 1 cuts off
access between Pt Arena schools and
Manchester Elementary, potentially
stranding students and cutting off
school food service to Manchester
ma-EQ-
MCOE-
254
ps-FL-
MCOE-70
Flood Impact PPRO - Property Protection
, PE&A - Public Education
& Awareness , NRP -
Natural Resource
Protection , SP - Structural
Projects
Mendocino
County
Office of
Education
Russian River flooding creates access
issues for students on east side of
Ukiah Valley
ma-EQ-
MCOE-
254
ps-PN-
MCOE-143
Pandemi
c
Victim SP - Structural Projects Mendocino
County
Office of
Education
School facilities may not have
adequate fresh air/ventilation to safely
host school functions (students and
faculty).
ma-PN-
MCOE-
244
ps-WF-
MCOE-79
Wildfire Impact SP - Structural Projects Mendocino
County
Office of
Education
School facilities lack backup power
generation in the event of power
shutoffs due to wildfire
ma-WF-
MCOE-
243
ps-WF-
MCOE-80
Wildfire Impact SP - Structural Projects Mendocino
County
Office of
Education
Outdated ventilation systems worsen
the impacts of wildfire for students
and faculty. Poor air quality can
impact students/faculty ability to
exit/enter school facilities
ma-WF-
MCOE-241
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Problem
No. Hazard
Area of
Concern
Mitigation
Alternatives
Primary
Agency Problem Description
Related
MA
ps-WF-
MCOE-81
Wildfire Impact PPRO - Property Protection
, SP - Structural Projects
Mendocino
County
Office of
Education
Some school facilities may lack fire
proofed building materials such as fire
proof roofing.
ma-WF-
MCOE-
242
ps-WF-
MC-116
Wildfire Impact PPRO - Property Protection
, PE&A - Public Education
& Awareness , NRP -
Natural Resource
Protection , SP - Structural
Projects
Mendocino
County
Office of
Education
Wildfire and the effects of wildfire
present a threat to all school facilities
in Mendocino County
ma-WF-
MCOE-
240
5.4.3.6 Mitigation Action Support Tool (MAST)
As a living document, hazard problem statements and mitigation activities will be updated through a web
interface application developed specifically for participating jurisdictions. The Mitigation Action Support
Tool (MAST) is accessible through https://mitigatehazards.com/mendocino-county/.
MAST is a web-based interactive tool that enables multiple users to search, view, enter, and update
mitigation actions, ideas or projects, and other information. MAST provides participating jurisdictions and
plan reviewers (Cal OES/FEMA) access to valuable mitigation information that can be leveraged by future
planning or other risk reduction efforts within the County. Participating jurisdictions can update the status
of their mitigation projects throughout the planning lifecycle, and this web-based tool will improve
participating jurisdiction’s ability to apply for FEMA’s Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA) grant programs
including initial grant application processes through Cal OES.
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5.5 Mitigation Strategy
The mitigation strategy is the guidebook to future hazard mitigation administration, capturing the key
outcomes of the MJHMP planning process. The mitigation strategy is intended to reduce vulnerabilities
outlined in the previous section (a.k.a. problem statements) with a prescription of policies and physical
projects. These mitigation actions should be compatible with existing planning mechanisms and should
outline specific roles and resources for implementation success.
5.5.1 Capabilities Assessment
This section examines the planning and regulatory, administrative, technical, financial, educational, and
outreach capabilities to augment known issues and weaknesses from identified natural hazards.
Capabilities assessments include considerations of a community’s adaptive capacity for climate change,
as outlined in Cal OES’ 2020 California Adaptation Planning Guide. Adaptive capacity is a community or
region’s existing ability to moderate climate change impacts. Assessing adaptive capacity includes
analysis of policies, plans, programs, funding, and staffing capacity. (Cal. Adaptation Planning Guide, 2020,
p. 94)
The tables in this section explore various local planning mechanisms, administrative capacity, financial
capabilities, and education and outreach initiatives. The columns in each table represent deeper dives
into the following questions:
▪ Is the existing planning or regulatory mechanism used currently? (Column 1, Status)
▪ Has the HMP been integrated into the planning mechanism currently so that the named
mechanism is currently used in HMP planning? (Column 2, Current Mitigation Use)
▪ Is there a future opportunity to expand, improve upon, and incorporate this 2020 HMP Update into
the planning or regulatory mechanism? (Column 3, Future Opportunity)
The capabilities assessment is easily-digestible and based on color coding to indicate which policies and
plans are adequate, need improvement or in which the HMP could be integrated. Each table includes a
legend that explain how each one of these questions are being answered according to the color
indicated: green, yellow, and orange.
For more information on the regulatory environment surrounding each hazard, see hazard-specific
sections of Volume 1. Volume 1, Section 5.3.5 includes an extensive list of federal and state funding
opportunities as well.
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5.5.1.1 Planning and Regulatory Capabilities
Table 5-7: Planning and Regulatory Capabilities Summary
CAPABILITY ASSESSMENT LEGEND
Status Current Mitigation Use Future Opportunity
Currently in use or present. Used widely for mitigation. Opportunity to expand and integrate.
(Sort of) Seldomly used or limited
presence. Limited use in mitigation planning. Limited opportunity to expand and integrate.
(No) Not present or available. Not used in mitigation planning. No opportunity to expand or integrate.
HMP Integration
Notes / Additional Detail Resource Status
Current
Mitigation
Use
Future
Opportunity
Planning and Regulatory Capabilities
Hazard Reduction Programs (Annually Conducted)
Capital Improvements Program
(CIP) or Plan Yellow orange green
Larger agencies have formal capital plans,
smaller is more responsive than planned. The
HMP will provide focus
Annual Fire Prevention Plan Green Green green Landscape maintenance, Fire suppression
equipment at all sites
Seismic Safety Program (Non-
structural) Yellow Yellow Yellow Annual participation in Great Shakeout
Earthquake Modernization Plan
(Building Safety) Green Yellow green Routine safety inspection include earthquake
damage resistance/mitigation
Stormwater Management
Program (Annual Inspections) orange orange green
Hazard Plans and Programs
Floodplain Response Plan orange orange green
Community Wildfire Protection
Plan (CWPP) Yellow Yellow green
Participated in County funded Fire
Vulnerability Assessment and Evacuation
Plan listing schools sites and also school
transportation resources
Ground Water Management
Planning / Plans orange orange green
Climate Action Plan orange orange green
Drought Mgmt/ Contingency
Plan orange orange green
FireWise Communities within
District Yellow Yellow green County-wide and well as community councils
Hazard-Related Public Outreach
Program orange orange green Public outreach activities for both the Wildfire
vulnerability and Hazard Mitigation plans
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5.5.1.2 Administrative and Technical Capabilities
Table 5-8: Administrative and Technical Capabilities Summary
CAPABILITY ASSESSMENT LEGEND
Status Current Mitigation Use Future Opportunity
Currently in use or present. Used widely for mitigation. Opportunity to expand and integrate.
(Sort of) Seldomly used or limited
presence. Limited use in mitigation planning. Limited opportunity to expand and integrate.
(No) Not present or available. Not used in mitigation planning. No opportunity to expand or integrate.
HMP Integration
Notes / Additional Detail Resource Status
Current
Mitigation
Use
Future
Opportunity
Administrative and Technical
Staff Capacity
Emergency Manager Yellow Yellow green Yes but with other duties as well
Civil Engineer orange orange green
Dedicated Public Outreach
Personnel green yellow green
GIS Specialist and Capability orange orange green
Grant Manager, Writer, or
Specialist Green Green green Both grant writer and manager on staff
Other N/A N/A N/A
Warning Systems/Services
General green yellow green MendoAlert and Nixle.
Flood
yellow yellow green
Flood, wildfire, and geological hazard warning
systems have no specific designated warning
systems, but are covered under the general
warning services listed above.
Wildfire
yellow yellow green
Flood, wildfire, and geological hazard warning
systems have no specific designated warning
systems, but are covered under the general
warning services listed above.
Geological Hazards
yellow yellow green
Flood, wildfire, and geological hazard warning
systems have no specific designated warning
systems, but are covered under the general
warning services listed above.
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5.5.1.3 Financial Capabilities
Table 5-9: Financial Capabilities Summary
CAPABILITY ASSESSMENT LEGEND
Status Current Mitigation Use Future Opportunity
Currently in use or present. Used widely for mitigation. Opportunity to expand and integrate.
(Sort of) Seldomly used or limited
presence. Limited use in mitigation planning. Limited opportunity to expand and integrate.
(No) Not present or available. Not used in mitigation planning. No opportunity to expand or integrate.
HMP Integration
Notes / Additional Detail Resource Status
Current
Mitigation
Use
Future
Opportunity
Fiscal Capabilities
Financial Resources for Hazard Mitigation
Levy for Specific Purposes with
Voter Approval N/A N/A N/A
Utilities Fees Orange orange N/A
System Development Fee N/A N/A Yellow
General Obligation Bonds to
Incur Debt N/A N/A green Large districts have active bond programs
Special Tax Bonds to Incur Debt N/A N/A Yellow
Withheld Spending in Hazard-
Prone Areas N/A N/A Yellow
Stormwater Service Fees Orange orange N/A
Capital Improvement Project
Funding N/A N/A Green Large districts have active bond programs
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5.5.1.4 Education and Outreach
Table 5-10: Education and Outreach Capabilities Summary
CAPABILITY ASSESSMENT LEGEND
Status Current Mitigation Use Future Opportunity
Currently in use or present. Used widely for mitigation. Opportunity to expand and integrate.
(Sort of) Seldomly used or limited
presence. Limited use in mitigation planning. Limited opportunity to expand and integrate.
(No) Not present or available. Not used in mitigation planning. No opportunity to expand or integrate.
HMP Integration
Notes / Additional Detail Resource Status
Current
Mitigation
Use
Future
Opportunity
Education / Outreach Capabilities
Education/Outreach Resources
Website Dedicated to Hazard
Topics Yellow orange green Updates to hazadous incidents are posted as
banner on website
Dedicated Social Media orange orange green
Hazard Info. Avail. at Library/
Planning Desk orange orange green
Annual Public Safety Events Yellow Yellow green Great Shakeout participation
Ability to Field Public Tech.
Assistance Requests green yellow green
Public Safety Newsletters or
Printed Outreach green yellow green Web site includes news outlet.
Fire Safe Councils
Yellow Yellow green
Active in both the Wildfire Vulnerability and
Evacuation Plan and Multi-Jurisdictional
Hazard Mitigation Plan. Engaged with the
county FireSafe Council
Resource Conservation Districts orange orange green
Other N/A N/A N/A
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5.5.2 Mitigation Actions
Mitigation actions were developed based upon the
jurisdiction’s priorities, risk assessment results,
and mitigation alternatives. The mitigation action
prioritization method used by all participating
jurisdictions is described in Section 5.5.1 of
Volume 1. Table 5-11 lists each priority mitigation
action, responsible party, time frame, potential
funding source, implementation steps, and
resources need to implement based upon the
Planning Committee consensus.
Each participating jurisdiction, including the
Office of Education, considered ongoing relevancy
of mitigation actions from the existing MJHMP
and retained or removed such actions while
adding new relevant actions as well. Mitigation
actions were examined for relevancy and the
potential for future implementation and then
evaluated for potential follow-up. Some mitigation
actions developed during the previous HMP effort
were not included because they were an inherent
part of the HMP update process or were not
detailed enough for implementation at a local Jurisdiction level. Office of Education has made significant
changes to other mitigation actions because of the updated risk assessment and implementation strategy,
to include more detail, or to update based on current mitigation practices. Volume 1, Section 5.5.2 provides
a record of County-wide mitigation actions, the status, and additional notes for each action.
Table 5-11 lists each mitigation action for Office of Education. Each participating jurisdiction developed
unique mitigation actions, targeted at their own unique priorities and vulnerabilities. Each mitigation
action identifies the responsible party, time frame, potential funding source, implementation steps and
resources needed to implement these priority mitigation actions. As a living document, hazard problem
statements and mitigation activities will be updated through MAST. The detail in Table 5-11 meets the
regulatory requirements of FEMA and DMA 2000.
Figure 5-12: Mitigation Action Key
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Table 5-11. Office of Education Mitigation Actions
Mitigation No. Hazard
Type
Mitigation
Type
Status Year Primary
Agency
Title/Description Responsible
Party
Estimated Cost Estimated Benefit Time
Frame
HMA
Activity
Type
Potential Grant
Source
Priority Related
Problem
Statements
ma-AH-MCOE-169 All Hazard PE&A -
Public
Education &
Awareness
Ongoing 2014 Mendocino
County Office
of Education
Integrate annual communications
lists, which include amateur radio
operators, into Emergency
Operations Plan to mitigate
communications failures during
regional disasters.
County Office
of Education
and School
Districts
Low - The project could be funded
under the existing budget. The
project is part of or can be part of an
ongoing existing program.
Medium - Project will have
a long-term impact on the
reduction of risk exposure
for life and property, or
project will not provide an
immediate reduction in the
risk exposure for property.
Ongoing Project HMGP / BRIC Medium ps-AH-MCOE-
180
ma-WF-MCOE-243 All Hazard SP -
Structural
Projects
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County Office
of Education
Install back-up generators at
essential district facilities that
currently lack back up power
generation.
Facilities
Planning and
Development
High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
3-5 Years 5% HMGP / BRIC High ps-WF-MCOE-
79, ps-CC-
MCOE-90, ps-
EW-MCOE-72
ma-AH-MCOE-255 All Hazard PE&A -
Public
Education &
Awareness
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County Office
of Education
Develop disaster warning system
framework to disseminate
information to districts, faculty,
students, and families before,
during, and after natural hazard
events.
Office of
Education
Low - The project could be funded
under the existing budget. The
project is part of or can be part of an
ongoing existing program.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 Years 5% HMGP / BRIC High ps-AH-MCOE-
180
ma-DF-MCOE-256 Dam
Failure
PE&A -
Public
Education &
Awareness
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County Office
of Education
Participate in County-wide warning
system program, detailed in MC-199
of Vol. 1 of this HMP, led by the
County as a participating
jurisdiction.
Mendocino
County and
Office of
Education
Low - The project could be funded
under the existing budget. The
project is part of or can be part of an
ongoing existing program.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 Years Project HMGP / BRIC ,
FMA
High ps-DF-MCOE-
88
ma-DR-MCOE-229 Drought NRP -
Natural
Resource
Protection
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County Office
of Education
Replace sports fields with irrigated
turf grass with artificial turf that
doesn't require watering
Office of
Education
High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
3-5 Years Project HMGP / BRIC Medium ps-DR-MCOE-
63
ma-DR-MCOE-230 Drought NRP -
Natural
Resource
Protection
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County Office
of Education
Retrofit landscape with drought-
tolerant plant species and ground
cover to minimize water use.
Facilities
Planning and
Operations
Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
Medium - Project will have
a long-term impact on the
reduction of risk exposure
for life and property, or
project will not provide an
immediate reduction in the
risk exposure for property.
1-3 Years Project HMGP / BRIC Medium ps-DR-MCOE-
64
ma-DR-MCOE-232 Drought NRP -
Natural
Resource
Protection
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County Office
of Education
Develop a drought
management/contingency plan to
minimize the adverse impacts of
drought on faculty, students, and
facilities.
Office of
Education
High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 Years Planning HMGP / BRIC High ps-DR-MCOE-
62
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MENDOCINO COUNTY
5-34
Mitigation No. Hazard
Type
Mitigation
Type
Status Year Primary
Agency
Title/Description Responsible
Party
Estimated Cost Estimated Benefit Time
Frame
HMA
Activity
Type
Potential Grant
Source
Priority Related
Problem
Statements
ma-EQ-MCOE-249 Earthquake PPRO -
Property
Protection
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County Office
of Education
Conduct seismic evaluations for
buildings on AB300 List and
buildings acquired by the district
built prior to 1978 that have not been
addressed.
Facilities
Planning and
Operations
Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 Years Project HMGP / BRIC High ps-EQ-MCOE-
86, ps-EQ-
MCOE-87
ma-EQ-MCOE-250 Earthquake SP -
Structural
Projects
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County Office
of Education
Complete DSA Retrofits for non-
wood frame structures built before
July 1, 1978 (Category 2 Buildings)
on AB300 list that require detailed
seismic evaluation.
Facilities
Planning and
Development
High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
3-5 Years Project HMGP / BRIC High ps-EQ-MCOE-
86
ma-EQ-MCOE-251 Earthquake SP -
Structural
Projects
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County Office
of Education
Repair and Seismically Upgrade, or
remove from inventory, and Replace
with permanent buildings, Portable
Classrooms AND other essential
facilities in portable structures.
Structurally reinforce (by securing
to the ground) certain portable
classrooms for seismic conditions,
where adequate per Code and cost-
effective.
Support additional portable
classroom requirements in more
cost-effective than permanent
construction.
Facilities
Planning and
Development
High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
3-5 Years Project HMGP / BRIC High ps-EQ-MCOE-
87, ps-EQ-
MCOE-83, ps-
EQ-MCOE-82
ma-EQ-MCOE-252 Earthquake SP -
Structural
Projects
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County Office
of Education
Install seismic shut-off valves on
gas fixtures on all school facilities.
Facilities
Planning and
Development
Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 Years Project HMGP / BRIC High ps-EQ-MCOE-
85, ps-EQ-
MCOE-82, ps-
EQ-MCOE-83
ma-EQ-MCOE-253 Earthquake SP -
Structural
Projects
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County Office
of Education
Retrofit non-compliant suspended
ceilings in district buildings. This
includes Non-Structural Suspended
Gypsum Dry-Wall & Cement Plaster
Ceilings built 1950-1974.
Facilities
Planning and
Development
High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
3-5 Years Project HMGP / BRIC High ps-EQ-MCOE-
82, ps-EQ-
MCOE-83
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MENDOCINO COUNTY
5-35
Mitigation No. Hazard
Type
Mitigation
Type
Status Year Primary
Agency
Title/Description Responsible
Party
Estimated Cost Estimated Benefit Time
Frame
HMA
Activity
Type
Potential Grant
Source
Priority Related
Problem
Statements
ma-EQ-MCOE-254 Earthquake ES -
Emergency
Services
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County Office
of Education
Draft and adopt an emergency
operations plan that Identifies and
plans for alternative transportation
routes in case of natural disaster
during school operating hours.
Transportation
and Planning
Low - The project could be funded
under the existing budget. The
project is part of or can be part of an
ongoing existing program.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 Years Planning HMGP / BRIC Medium ps-EQ-MCOE-
84, ps-EQ-
MCOE-82, ps-
EQ-MCOE-83,
ps-FL-MCOE-
69, ps-FL-
MCOE-70
ma-EW-MCOE-209 Extreme
Weather
PPRO -
Property
Protection
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County Office
of Education
Implement a tree removal program
for trees that are at a high risk to
snapping in wind events (i.e. big
cypress trees) around OoE facilities
and infrastructure.
Mendocino
County
Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 Years Project HMGP / BRIC High ps-EW-MCOE-
74, ps-DR-
MCOE-66, ps-
EW-MCOE-75
ma-FL-MCOE-245 Extreme
Weather
PPRO -
Property
Protection
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County Office
of Education
Rehabilitate school site drainage
systems.
Maintenance
and
Operations
High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 Years Project HMGP / BRIC ,
FMA
High ps-FL-MCOE-
67, ps-EW-
MCOE-71
ma-EW-MCOE-257 Extreme
Weather
SP -
Structural
Projects
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County Office
of Education
Upgrade HVAC systems that are
adequate to handle projected future
temperature increases and heat
waves.
Facilities and
Maintenance
High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
3-5 Years Project HMGP / BRIC Medium ps-EW-MCOE-
73
ma-FL-MCOE-247 Flood PPRO -
Property
Protection
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County Office
of Education
Regrade selected sites to facilitate
better drainage.
Facilities and
Maintenance
High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
3-5 Years Project HMGP / BRIC High ps-FL-MCOE-
67, ps-FL-
MCOE-68
ma-FL-MCOE-248 Flood PPRO -
Property
Protection
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County Office
of Education
Repair and maintain erosion on
retention and detention basins for
school sites.
Maintenance
and
Operations
High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
3-5 Years Project HMGP / BRIC High ps-FL-MCOE-68
ma-PN-MCOE-244 Pandemic SP -
Structural
Projects
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County Office
of Education
Assess and institute necessary
upgrades to critical facilities to
allow for usage during pandemic,
including adequately filtered
ventilation, fresh air options and
physical barriers.
Facilities and
Operations
Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 Years Project HMGP / BRIC High ps-PN-MCOE-
143
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MENDOCINO COUNTY
5-36
Mitigation No. Hazard
Type
Mitigation
Type
Status Year Primary
Agency
Title/Description Responsible
Party
Estimated Cost Estimated Benefit Time
Frame
HMA
Activity
Type
Potential Grant
Source
Priority Related
Problem
Statements
ma-WF-MCOE-240 Wildfire NRP -
Natural
Resource
Protection
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County Office
of Education
Implement a defensible space
program to include clearing of
excessive fuels (trees, shrubs, brush)
around school facilities and
installation of landscaping
materials that create defensible
space.
Facilities and
Maintenance
Medium - The project could be
implemented with existing funding
but would require a re-
apportionment of the budget or a
budget amendment, or the cost of
the project would have to be spread
over multiple years.
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
1-3 Years Project HMGP / BRIC ,
FP&S
High ps-WF-MC-116,
ps-DR-MCOE-
65, ps-EW-
MCOE-76
ma-WF-MCOE-241 Wildfire PPRO -
Property
Protection
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County Office
of Education
Enhance building ventilation
systems for wildfire smoke by
improving air filtration options.
Maintenance
and
Operations
High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
3-5 Years Project HMGP / BRIC ,
FP&S
High ps-WF-MCOE-
80
ma-WF-MCOE-242 Wildfire SP -
Structural
Projects
Pending 2020 Mendocino
County Office
of Education
Retrofit school facilities with
fireproof building materials to better
withstand potential impacts of
wildfire.
Facilities and
Operations
High - Existing funding will not
cover the cost of the project;
implementation would require new
revenue through an alternative
source (for example, bonds, grants,
and fee increases).
High - Project will provide
an immediate reduction of
risk exposure for life and
property.
3-5 Years Project HMGP / BRIC ,
FP&S
High ps-WF-MCOE-
81
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RESOLUTION NO. 2020-XX
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH ADOPTING THE 2020 MULTI-
JURISDICTIONAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN FOR MENDOCINO COUNTY
WHEREAS:
1.The City of Ukiah is a political subdivision of the State of California and an official participating
jurisdiction in the “2020 Mendocino County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan”
(MJHMP); and
2.The MJHMP is set forth in Exhibit A, attached hereto and by reference incorporated herein; and
3.The City of Ukiah recognizes the MJHMP as the official hazard mitigation plan for the County
and participating jurisdictions; and
4.The City of Ukiah, with the assistance from the County, has gathered information and prepared
the MJHMP in accordance with Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) requirements
pursuant to 44 C.F.R. § 201.6; and
5.The City of Ukiah Jurisdictional Annex set forth in Volume 2 of the MJHMP recognizes the threat
that natural hazards pose to people and property within our community; and
6.The City of Ukiah has reviewed the MJHMP and affirms that the hazard mitigation plan actions
in the City of Ukiah’s Jurisdictional Annex will reduce the potential for harm to people and
property from future hazard occurrences with our community; and
7.Congress passed the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 (Disaster Mitigation Act) emphasizing the
need for pre-disaster mitigation of potential hazards; and
8.The Disaster Mitigation Act made available mitigation grants to state and local governments;
and
9.An adopted multi-hazard mitigation plan is required as a condition of future funding for mitigation
projects under multiple FEMA pre- and post-disaster mitigation grant programs; and
10.The City Council fully participated in the FEMA-prescribed mitigation planning process to
prepare this MJHMP; and
11.Citizens residing within the City’s jurisdiction were afforded opportunities to comment and
provide input in the MJHMP and the actions in the Plan; and
12.The City of Ukiah, as a fully participating jurisdiction of the MJHMP, is an eligible sub-applicant
to the State of California under FEMA’s hazard mitigation grant program guidance; and
13.The California Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES), and the FEMA Region IX officials have
reviewed the MJHMP, and approved it contingent upon this official adoption by the participating
governing body; and
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14. The City Council desires to comply with the requirements of the Disaster Mitigation Act and to
augment its emergency planning efforts by formally adopting the MJHMP; and
15. Adoption by the City Council for the City of Ukiah demonstrates the jurisdiction’s commitment
to fulfilling the mitigation goals and objectives outlined in this MJHMP; and
16. Adoption of this Plan helps to coordinate the responsible agencies to carry out their
responsibilities under the MJHMP.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that:
1. That the City of Ukiah adopts the 2020 Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Vol. 1 for
Mendocino County and the City of Ukiah Jurisdictional Annex in Vol. 2, as approved by FEMA
and Cal OES, as the hazard mitigation plan for the City of Ukiah.
2. That the City Council orders the City Manager to submit an approved and signed copy of this
resolution to the Cal OES and FEMA Region IX officials to enable the plan's final approval.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 18th day of November, 2020, by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Douglas F. Crane, Mayor
ATTEST:
Kristine Lawler, City Clerk
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Agenda Item No: 13.b.
MEETING DATE/TIME: 11/18/2020
ITEM NO: 2019-62
AGENDA SUMMARY REPORT
SUBJECT: Receive Updates on City Council Committee and Ad Hoc Assignments, and, if Necessary,
Consider Modifications to Assignments and/or the Creation/Elimination of Ad Hoc(s).
DEPARTMENT: City Clerk PREPARED BY: Kristine Lawler, City Clerk
PRESENTER: Mayor Crane and Various Councilmembers
ATTACHMENTS:
1. 2020 City Council Special Assignments
Summary: City Council members will provide reports and updates on their committee and ad hoc
assignments. If necessary, the Council may consider modifications.
Background: City Council members are assigned to a number of committees and ad hoc activities. These
assignments are included as Attachment 1.
Discussion: Previously, the City Council discussed having more time allocated to reporting on committee and
ad hoc activities. Often, the Council Reports section of the regular agenda is rushed due to impending
business (i.e., public hearings), and not enough time is afforded for reports beyond community activities.
In an effort to foster regular updates on committee and ad hoc assignments, this item is being placed on the
agenda to provide the City Council members an expanded opportunity to report on assignments and modify
assignments as necessary.
Recommended Action: Receive report(s). The Council will consider modifications to committee and ad hoc
assignments along with the creation/elimination ad hoc(s).
BUDGET AMENDMENT REQUIRED: No
CURRENT BUDGET AMOUNT: N/A
PROPOSED BUDGET AMOUNT: N/A
FINANCING SOURCE: N/A
PREVIOUS CONTRACT/PURCHASE ORDER NO.: N/A
COORDINATED WITH: N/A
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2020 CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL ASSIGNMENTS
COUNTY/REGIONAL
OnGoing One + Alternate MTG DATE/TIME MEETING LOCATION MAILING ADDRESS/CONTACT COMMITTEE FUNCTION ASSIGNED TO PRINCIPAL STAFF SUPPORT
Disaster Council
Shall meet a
minimum of twice a
year at a time and
place designated
upon call of the chair
Place designated upon call of the
chair or, if she/he is unavailable or
unable to call such meeting, the
first vice chair and then the City
Manager or her/his designee.
Emergency Management
Coordinator
300 Seminary Ave.
Ukiah, CA 95482
467-5765 - Tami Bartolomei
Develop any necessary emergency and mutual aid
plans, agreements, ordinances, resolutions, rules,
and regulations.
Mulheren
Orozco- Alternate
Tami Bartolomei, Community Services
Administrator; 467-5765
tbartolomei@cityofukiah.com
Greater Ukiah Business & Tourism
Alliance
3rd Tuesday of
month, 11:30 a.m.
200 S School St.
Ukiah, CA 95482
200 S School St.
Ukiah, CA 95482
Promotes tourism and works to strengthen and
promote the historic downtown and businesses within
the greater Ukiah area
Mulheren Shannon Riley,Deputy City Manager;
467-5793 sriley@cityofukiah.com
Mendocino Council of Governments
(MCOG)
1st Monday of month,
1:30 p.m.
Board of Supervisors Chambers
501 Low Gap Road
Ukiah, CA
Executive Director
367 N. State Street, Ste. 206
Ukiah, CA 95482
463-1859
Plan and allocate State funding, transportation,
infrastructure and project County wide
Brown
Mulheren- Alternate
Tim Eriksen, Public Works Director/City
Engineer; 463-6280
teriksen@cityofukiah.com
Mendocino County Inland Water and
Power Commission (IWPC)
2nd Thursday of
month, 6:00 p.m.
Civic Center
300 Seminary Avenue
conference room 5
IWPC Staff
P.O. Box 1247
Ukiah, CA 95482
391-7574 - Candace Horsley
Develops coordination for water resources and
current water rights: Potter Valley project - Eel River
Diversion
Orozco
Brown- Alternate
Sean White,Director of Water Resources;
463-5712 swhite@cityofukiah.com
Mendocino Solid Waste Management
Authority (MSWMA)
3rd Thursday of
every other month
(varies), 10:00 a.m.
Willits Council Chambers
Solid Waste Director
3200 Taylor Drive
Ukiah, CA 95482
468-9710
County-wide Solid Waste JPA Brown
Scalmanini- Alternate
Tim Eriksen, Public Works Director/City
Engineer; 463-6280
teriksen@cityofukiah.com
Mendocino Transit Authority (MTA)
Board of Directors
Last Wednesday of
month, 1:30 p.m.
Alternating locations - Ukiah
Conference Center or Fort Bragg,
or Point Arena
Executive Director
241 Plant Road
Ukiah, CA 95482
462-1422
County-wide bus transportation issues and funding Mulheren
Brown- Alternate
Tim Eriksen, Public Works Director/City
Engineer; 463-6280
teriksen@cityofukiah.com
North Coast Opportunities (NCO)4th Wednesday of
month, 2 p.m.
Alternating locations - Ukiah and
Lakeport
Ross Walker, Governing Board
Chair
North Coast Opportunities
413 North State Street
Ukiah, CA 95482
Assist low income and disadvantaged people to
become self reliant
Bartolomei
(appointed 12/19/18)
Tami Bartolomei, Community Services
Administrator; 467-5765
tbartolomei@cityofukiah.com
North Coast Rail Authority (NCRA)2nd Wednesday of
month, 10:30 a.m.Various Locations - announced
419 Talmage Road, Suite M
Ukiah, CA 95482
463-3280
Provides a unified and revitalized rail infrastructure
meeting the freight and passenger needs of the
region
Shannon Riley, Deputy
City Manager Shannon Riley,Deputy City Manager;
467-5793 sriley@cityofukiah.com
Russian River Watershed Association
(RRWA)
4th Thursday of
month, 9:00 a.m.
(only 5 times a year)
Windsor Town Hall
Russian River Watershed Association
Attn: Daria Isupov
425 South Main St., Sebastopol, CA
95472
666-4857
Consider issues related to Russian river - plans
projects and funding requests
Mulheren
Brown- Alternate
Tim Eriksen, Public Works Director/City
Engineer; 463-6280
teriksen@cityofukiah.com
Ukiah Valley Basin Groundwater
Sustainability Agency (GSA)
2nd Thursday of
month, 1:30 p.m.
Board of Supervisors Chambers;
501 Low Gap Road
Ukiah, CA
County Executive Office
Nicole French
501 Low Gap Rd., Rm. 1010
Ukiah, CA 95482
463-4441
GSA serves as the Groundwater Sustainability
Agency in the Ukiah Valley basin
Crane
Mulheren- Alternate
Sean White, Director of Water Resources;
463-5712 swhite@cityofukiah.com
COUNTY/REGIONAL
One + Staff Alternate MTG DATE/TIME MEETING LOCATION MAILING ADDRESS/CONTACT COMMITTEE FUNCTION ASSIGNED TO PRINCIPAL STAFF SUPPORT
Economic Development & Financing
Corporation (EDFC)
2nd Thursday of
month, 2:00 p.m.
Primarily 631 S. Orchard Street
(location varies)
Executive Director
631 South Orchard Avenue
Ukiah, CA 95482
467-5953
Multi-agency co-op for economic development and
business loan program
Riley
(appointed 12/19/18)
Shannon Riley, Deputy City Manager;
467-5793 sriley@cityofukiah.com
Sun House Guild ex officio 2nd Tuesday of
month, 4:30 p.m.
Sun House
431 S. Main St.
Ukiah, CA
431 S. Main Street
Ukiah, CA 95482
467-2836
Support and expand Grace Hudson Museum Bartolomei
(appointed 12/19/18)
David Burton, Museum Director; 467-2836
dburton@cityofukiah.com
Continued -
COUNTY/REGIONAL
One + Staff Alternate
MTG DATE/TIME MEETING LOCATION MAILING ADDRESS/CONTACT COMMITTEE FUNCTION ASSIGNED TO PRINCIPAL STAFF SUPPORT
Mendocino Youth Project JPA Board
of Directors
3rd Wednesday of
month, 7:45 a.m.
776 S. State Street Conference
Room
Mendocino Co. Youth Project
776 S. State Street, Ste. 107
Ukiah, CA 95482
707-463-4915
Targets all youth with a focus on drug and alcohol
prevention, healthy alternatives and empowering
youth to make healthy choices
Noble Waidelich, Police
Lieutenant
Noble Waidelich, Police Lieutenant; 463‐6249;
nwaidelich@cityofukiah.com
Northern California Power Agency
(NCPA)
4th Thursday of
month, 9:00 a.m.
(see NCPA calendar)
Roseville, CA
and other locations
651 Commerce Drive
Roseville, CA 95678
916-781-4202
Pool of public utilities for electric generation and
dispatch
Crane
Grandi - Alternate
Mel Grandi, Electric Utility Director;
463-6295 mgrandi@cityofukiah.com
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2020 CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL ASSIGNMENTS
LOCAL/COUNTY/REGIONAL/LIASONS
OnGoing One or Two Council and/or
Staff
MTG DATE/TIME LOCATION MAILING ADDRESS/CONTACT COMMITTEE FUNCTION ASSIGNED TO PRINCIPAL STAFF SUPPORT
Adventist Health Community Advisory
Council
Quarterly:
Aug. 27, 6:45 a.m.
Nov 5, 6:45 a.m.
275 Hospital Drive
Ukiah, CA 95482
275 Hospital Drive
Ukiah, CA 95482
707-463-7623
Allyne Brown -
Allyne.Brown@ah.org
Provides the Adventist Health Ukiah Valley (AHUV)
Governing Board and Administration with advice,
support, and suggestions on matter of importance to
Mendocino, Lake and Sonoma Counties.
Brown Kristine Lawler, City Clerk, 463-6217
klawler@cityofukiah.com
League of California Cities Redwood
Empire Legislative Committee
Prior to Division
Meetings, meets 3x
in person and then
via conference call
Various locations that are
announced
Redwood Empire League
President;
Public Affairs Program Manager
(916) 658-8243
Elected city officials and professional city staff attend
division meetings throughout the year to share what
they are doing and advocate for their interests in
Sacramento
Mulheren
Brown‐ Alternate
Sage Sangiacomo, City Manager; 463-6221
ssangiacomo@cityofukiah.com
City Selection Committee
Called as required by
the Clerk of the
Board
BOS Conference Room
501 Low Gap Rd. Rm. 1090
Ukiah, CA
C/O: BOS
501 Low Gap Rd., Rm 1090
Ukiah, CA 95482
463-4441
Makes appointments to LAFCO and Airport Land Use
Commission Mayor Kristine Lawler, City Clerk; 463-6217
klawler@cityofukiah.com
Investment Oversight Committee Varies
Civic Center
300 Seminary Ave.
Ukiah, CA 95482
Civic Center
300 Seminary Ave.
Ukiah, CA 95482
Reviews City investments, policies, and strategies
Crane
Orozco, Alternate
Alan Carter, Treasurer
Dan Buffalo, Director of Finance; 463-6220
dbuffalo@cityofukiah.com
Library Advisory Board
3rd Wednesdays of
alternate months;
1:00 p.m.
Various Mendocino County
Libraries
Ukiah County Library
463-4491 Review library policy and activities Mulheren Kristine Lawler, City Clerk; 463-6217;
klawler@cityofukiah.com
Ukiah Players Theater Board of
Directors
3rd Tuesday of
month, 6:00 p.m
1041 Low Gap Rd
Ukiah, CA 95482
462-1210
1041 Low Gap Rd
Ukiah, CA 95482
462-1210
To oversee the activities, organization and purpose
of the Ukiah Players Theater
Greg Owen, Airport
Manager
(appointed 12/19/18)
Kristine Lawler, City Clerk; 463-6217
klawler@cityofukiah.com
Ukiah Unified School District (UUSD)
Committee Quarterly 511 S. Orchard, Ste. D
Ukiah, CA 95482
511 S. Orchard
Ukiah, CA 95482
Information exchange with UUSD Board Chair,
Mayor, Superintendent, and City Manager
Mayor, City Manager and
Police Chief
Sage Sangiacomo, City Manager; 463-6221
ssangiacomo@cityofukiah.com
Russian River Flood Control District
(RRFCD) Liaison
1st Monday of month,
5:30 p.m.
151 Laws Ave.,Suite D
Ukiah, CA
151 Laws Ave., Ukiah, CA 95482;
rrfc@pacific.net; 462-5278
Proactively manage the water resources of the upper
Russian River for the benefit of the people and
environment of Mendocino County
Mulheren/Orozco
White
(appointed 12/19/18)
Sean White, Director of Water Resources;
463-5712 swhite@cityofukiah.com
HHSA Advisory Board 2nd Wednesday of
month; 9:00 a.m.
Big Sur Room
County Department of Social
Services
Executive Director
Jackie Williams - 462-1934
c/o Ford St. Project
139 Ford St.
Ukiah CA 95482
Discussions and possible work on health and human
service issues Brown - Liaison Shannon Riley, Deputy City Manager; 467-
5793 sriley@cityofukiah.com
Mendocino County Local Area
Formation Commission (LAFCO)
1st Monday of month,
9:00 a.m.Board of Supervisors Chambers
Executive Director
200 S. School Street, Ste. 2
Ukiah, CA 95482
463-4470
Required by legislation - planning spheres of
influence, annexation, service areas, and special
districts
(positions not active)
Crane
Mulheren- Alternate
Craig Schlatter, Director of Community
Development; 463-6219;
cschlatter@cityofukiah.com
Mendocino County Airport Land Use
Commission As needed
BOS Conference Room
501 Low Gap Rd., Rm. 1090,
Ukiah, CA
Mendocino County Executive Office
501 Low Gap Rd. Rm. 1010
Ukiah, CA 95482
To formulate a land use compatibility plan, provide
for the orderly growth of the airport and the
surrounding area, and safeguard the general welfare
of the inhabitants within the vicinity
Owen/Schlatter
Greg Owen, Airport Manager; 467-2855;
gowen@cityofukiah.com
Craig Schlatter, Director of Community
Development; 463-6219;
cschlatter@cityofukiah.com
Mendocino County 2nd District Liaison 1st Wednesdays of
month, 8:00 a.m.
Civic Center Annex
conference room #5
411 West Clay St.
Ukiah, CA 95482
Civic Center
300 Seminary Ave.
Ukiah, CA 95482
To coordinate activities and policy development with
the City's 2nd District Supervisor
Brown
Crane- Alternate
Sage Sangiacomo, City Manager;
463-6221; ssangiacomo@cityofukiah.com
LOCAL/COUNTY/REGIONAL/LIASONS
OnGoing One or Two Council and/or
Staff
MTG DATE/TIME LOCATION MAILING ADDRESS/CONTACT COMMITTEE FUNCTION ASSIGNED TO PRINCIPAL STAFF SUPPORT
Fire Executive Committee 2nd Wednesdays of
month, 3:45 p.m.
Ukiah Valley Conference Center,
200 S. School Street
Ukiah, CA
Stephanie Abba
Civic Center
300 Seminary Ave.
Ukiah, CA 95482
sabba@cityofukiah.com
Per the recently adopted agreement between the City
of Ukiah and the Ukiah Valley Fire Protection District Orozco/Brown
Doug Hutchison, Fire Chief; 463-6263;
dhutchison@cityofukiah.com
Mendocino County 5th District Liaison Monthly; TBD
Civic Center Annex
conference room #5
411 West Clay St.
Ukiah, CA 95482
Civic Center
300 Seminary Ave.
Ukiah, CA 95482
To coordinate activities and policy development with
the County's 5th District Supervisor Brown Sage Sangiacomo, City Manager;
463-6221; ssangiacomo@cityofukiah.com
STANDING COMMITTEES MTG DATE/TIME LOCATION MAILING ADDRESS/CONTACT COMMITTEE FUNCTION ASSIGNED TO PRINCIPAL STAFF SUPPORT
Equity and Diversity TBD Virtual Meeting Room
(link to be created)
Civic Center
300 Seminary Ave.
Ukiah, CA 95482
Improve diversity and equity in the City’s workforce
and municipal services Orozco/Mulheren
Traci Boyl, City Manager's Office
Management Analyst; 467-5720
tboyl@cityofukiah.com
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COMMITTEE ASSIGNED TO PRINCIPAL STAFF SUPPORT
Electric Grid Operational Improvements Crane/Scalmanini Mel Grandi, Electric Utility Director;
463-6295 mgrandi@cityofukiah.com
Downtown Parking Management Mulheren/Brown Shannon Riley, Deputy City Manager;
467-5793 sriley@cityofukiah.com
Public Works Project Specification Development Crane/Mulheren
Tim Eriksen, Public Works Director/City Engineer;
463-6280 teriksen@cityofukiah.com
Uniform Cost Accounting Crane/Mulheren
Tim Eriksen, Public Works Director/City Engineer;
463-6280 teriksen@cityofukiah.com
Marbut Study Ad Hoc Brown/Scalmanini
Justin Wyatt, Police Operations Captain,
463-6760 jwyatt@cityofukiah.com
Cannabis Events
Mulheren/Brown
Tami Bartolomei, Community Services
Administrator; 467-5765 tbartolomei@cityofukiah.com
Public Right of Way Related ADA Compliance Scalmanini/Orozco
Tim Eriksen, Public Works Director/City Engineer;
463-6280 teriksen@cityofukiah.com
Budget Development Best Practices and
Financial Policy For FY 20/21 Budget Crane/Brown
Dan Buffalo, Director of Finance;
463-6220 dbuffalo@cityofukiah.com
Sheri Mannion, Human Resource Director/Risk
Manager; 463-6272, smannion@cityofukiah.com
Advance Planning & Policy for Sphere of
Influence (SOI), Municipal Service Review (MSR),
Annexation, Tax Sharing, Detachment, and Out
of Area Service Agreements
Crane/Scalmanini
Sage Sangiacomo, City Manager
463-6221 ssangiacomo@cityofukiah.com
Shannon Riley, Deputy City Manager
467-5793 sriley@cityofukiah.com
Craig Schlatter, Community Development Director
463-6219 cschlatter@cityofukiah.com
Sean White, Director of Water Resources;
463-5712 swhite@cityofukiah.com
Tim Eriksen, Public Works Director/City Engineer;
463-6280 teriksen@cityofukiah.com
Mel Grandi, Electric Utility Director;
463-6295 mgrandi@cityofukiah.com
Dan Buffalo, Director of Finance; 463-6220
dbuffalo@cityofukiah.com
2020 Electric Rate Study Crane/Scalmanini Mel Grandi, Electric Utility Director; 463‐6295
mgrandi@cityofukiah.com
Diversity and Equity
SCOPE: With community engagement, develop an action
plan to foster diversity and equity in the organization and
our community. Review policies, practices, and
procedures to promote and enhance equal participation
and access to services, resources, and life opportunities
and to ensure our organization accurately reflects the
diversity of our community.Orozco/Mulheren
Traci Boyl, Management Analyst;
467-5720; tboyl@cityofukiah.com
Housing Element and Implementation Review Mulheren/Orozco Craig Schlatter, Community Development Director
463-6219 cschlatter@cityofukiah.com
Economic Development
SCOPE : to review economic tools to support
development in line with the Council’s Strategic Plan
Orozco/Scalmanini Shannon Riley, Deputy City Manager;
467‐5793 sriley@cityofukiah.com
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