The City of Calistoga held a special council meeting on October 12, 2024, where key discussions centered around the nomination of Vice Mayor Lopez Ortega for another term and the establishment of the city council meeting schedule for 2025.

During the meeting, council members expressed their support for Vice Mayor Lopez Ortega, emphasizing the importance of the role and the commitment it entails. One council member highlighted that being vice mayor is not merely a title but comes with significant responsibilities and obligations to the community. This sentiment was echoed by others, reinforcing the need for dedication in this leadership position.

Public comments were invited regarding the nomination, but no remote participants expressed interest, and there were no comments from attendees in the chambers. Following the public comment period, the council proceeded to a roll call vote, which resulted in unanimous support for Vice Mayor Lopez Ortega to continue in the role.

The meeting also included a discussion about setting the city council meeting schedule for 2025, although details on this topic were not elaborated upon during the session.

Overall, the meeting underscored the council's commitment to leadership continuity and community engagement, with plans for future discussions on the meeting schedule.