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Fort Bragg, CA City Council Cancels Discussion of “Anticipated Litigation” After Citizens Raise Brown Act Concerns

Fort Bragg, CA City Council Cancels Discussion of “Anticipated Litigation” After Citizens Raise Brown Act Concerns

During the Aug. 11 Fort Bragg City Council meeting, Mayor Jason Godeke called for public comment on the closed session listed on the agenda. Three citizens responded to the item, which referenced “anticipated litigation” with an undisclosed party. Marcy Snyder questioned whether the litigation involved Mendocino Railway or another party.
Elise Cox 15 Aug 2025
Fort Bragg Police Chief Neil Cervenka to Retire in October

Fort Bragg Police Chief Neil Cervenka to Retire in October

Updates: Quotes from Shaun Rundle, Jesse Martin, Tim Bosma and Jennifer Bosma were added after initial publication. The story was finalized August 11, 2025 10:50 a.m. Fort Bragg Police Chief Neil Cervenka confirmed to Mendo Local on Monday that he has submitted his retirement paperwork, effective Oct. 1.
Elise Cox 04 Aug 2025
Turf War in Fort Bragg, CA: Residents Question Safety of Artificial Fields

Turf War in Fort Bragg, CA: Residents Question Safety of Artificial Fields

A long-awaited improvement project to revitalize a community park in the coastal town of Fort Bragg has become a new flashpoint in the national debate over artificial turf and its potential environmental hazards. Bainbridge Park is a grassy expanse four blocks from city hall long favored by dog owners and
Elise Cox 02 Aug 2025

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