FortBraggisasmalltownnestledbetweenthecoastandtheredwoodswithastrongsenseof communitythatseekstopreserveitsenvironmentwhileprovidingresilientpublicfacilitiesand infrastructureandsupportingasafeandvibranteconomic,multi-cultural,andrecreational experienceforbothlocalsandvisitorsalike
ACaliforniacoastaldestinationwithrichnaturalresourcesandruggedbeauty,istransformingour futurebyweavingtogetherourpeople,ecosystems,andeconomytocreatecommunity prosperity.Wearemakingourmarkinthe21stCenturybycreatingclimate-readywaterand energyindependence,housingandeconomicopportunities,accessiblehealthcare,community publicsafety,andeducationforall
INNOVATION
Drives our city forward, encouraging creative solutions and continuous improvement by embracing new ideas and technologies to enhance quality of life.
COLLABORATION
Nourish civic pride and celebrates the diversity of our city and the meaningful municipal services that our residents and businesses rely on.
SERVICE-ORIENTED
Responsive to the public and to each other to demonstrate our genuine commitment to create a Fort Bragg that serves us today and readies us for a successful tomorrow.
FAIR & ETHICAL
Principles and practices, Fort Bragg promotes an inclusive community culture of unity and equality that openly invites everyone to enjoy our unique coastal enclave.
HONESTY & INTEGRITY
Emanate throughout our community to engender the trust, transparency, responsibility, and accountability that our citizens deserve.
Since opening in 1995, Headlands Coffeehouse has been more than just a coffee shop—it’s been the heart of downtown Fort Bragg. For three decades, it’s served as a welcoming space for residents and visitors to gather over greatcoffee,livemusic,art,andcommunityconversation.
The City of Fort Bragg proudly honors Headlands for 30 years of exceptional service, support for local artists and musicians, and for being a cornerstone of our cultural and economic life. Thank you to the owners and staff for all you’ve contributed to making Fort Bragg a place where communitytrulythrives!
“Pride
thru Problem Solving in the Central Business District”
BroadbandConstructionUpdate
TheFortBraggMunicipalBroadbandProjectcontinuesprogressingacross DistributionAreas1,14,and15.Here'swhattoexpect:
�� DA01:
ConstructionismovingeastalongCedarStreetbetweenN.HaroldSt.and RasmussenLn.
Workscheduleincludes:
CedarSt:5/5–5/23
NancyWay:5/5–5/16
N.Sanderson:5/19–5/23
RasmussenLn:5/12–5/16
�� DA14:
CrewsareworkingalongSouthFranklin,Cypress,KemppeWay,andthe one-wayalleybetweenCypress&Walnut.
CypressSt:5/5–5/23
KemppeWay:5/5–5/16
FranklinSt:5/19–5/23
Cypress/WalnutAlley:5/5–5/12
�� DA15:
WorkcontinueswestonOceanViewDrivetowardDelMarDrive,plusSouth HarborDr.andBoatyardDr.
Allthreelocations:5/5–5/9
Crewsareperformingutilitylocatinganddirectionalboringtoinstallconduit forfuturefiberinstallation.Constructionschedulesaresubjecttochange staytunedforupdates.
TownHallConstruction Update
TownHallCo
Starting May 6, 2025, construction will begin at Fort Bragg Town Hall (363 N. Main Street) as part of the Town Hall Retrofit & Bathroom Remodel Project (PWP-00122). The project, led by Adams Commercial General Contracting in coordination with the City, will improve public facilitiesandinfrastructure.
�� TemporaryClosures: PublicrestroomsatTownHallwillbeclosedduringtheremodel The sidewalk in front of the building will be closed to ensure pedestriansafety ConstructionisexpectedtocontinuethroughtheendofAugust2025. Thankyouforyourpatienceandcooperationasweworktoenhance thisimportantpublicspace!
BudgetPreparation
Financeispreparingtheproposedbudget document,whichwillbedistributedonMay30th, 2025,inpreparationfortheCityofFortBraggBudget HearingonJune3rd, 2025.
BusinessLicenseRenewals.
Todate,84%ofbusinesses(734total)have respondedtotheir2025businesslicenserenewals. Financeisfollowingupondelinquentbusiness licenserenewals.
WaterMeterproject.
TheCity-widemeterreplacementprojectisalmost complete.Todate,2750newmetershavebeen installed,withapproximately250lefttoinstall.
Watersmart/Leaks:
WiththehelpofWatersmart,wewereabletosave ourcustomers227HCFofwaterinMarch2025 throughourleakalertsystem.Ifyouwantup-to-date noticesaboutwaterusageandleaks,pleasesignup at:https://fortbraggca.watersmart.com
The C.V. Starr Community Center in Fort Bragg, CA, will begin opening on Sundays starting May 18, 2025. The new Sunday hours will be from 12 PM to 5 PM, with specific programming scheduled as follows:
Adult Swim & Water Walking (Leisure Pool): 12 PM – 1 PM Swim/Slide/Splash Activities: 1 PM – 4 PM
Lap Pool: Remains closed on Sundays; continues normal hours Monday–Saturday
