The City Council of Clearlake convened on December 7, 2023, to discuss significant developments regarding community health and infrastructure. The primary focus of the meeting was a proposed agreement with Adventist Health, the largest employer in the city and a key contributor to community well-being in Lake County.

The council reviewed an agreement that would initiate the sale of approximately three acres of city-owned property located just north of Airport Road at the Piercefield site. Adventist Health plans to develop a medical office building on this site, which is projected to cover around 38,000 square feet and represent an investment of approximately $50 million.

As part of the agreement, the city will undertake an environmental review and provide necessary infrastructure to support the development. This process will include initiating an environmental impact report not only for the medical office building but also for the larger area of city-owned property, which totals over 40 acres.

The new medical office building is expected to serve around 65,000 patients annually, which is anticipated to stimulate additional retail development in the area. The council expressed optimism about this partnership with Adventist Health, viewing it as a crucial first step toward enhancing community health services and fostering economic growth in Clearlake.

In conclusion, the meeting underscored the city's commitment to collaborating with Adventist Health to improve healthcare access and promote further development in the region. The next steps will involve moving forward with the escrow process and commencing the environmental review.