CITY OF HEALDSBURG
CITY COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
February 22, 2022
City Hall Council Chamber
VIA TELECONFERENCE
401 Grove Street, Healdsburg
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CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
Mayor/Chairperson Jimenez called to order the concurrent meeting of the City Council and Redevelopment Successor Agency of the City of Healdsburg at 6:00 P.M. with the following Councilmembers present/absent:
Present: Councilmembers/: Hagele, Kelley, Mitchell, Palacios and Mayor Jimenez Board Members
Absent: Councilmembers/: None
Board Members
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
On a motion by Vice Mayor Kelley, seconded by Councilmember Hagele, approved the February 22, 2022 City Council and Redevelopment Successor Agency meeting agenda as submitted. The motion carried on a unanimous roll call vote. (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent -None)
REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION(S)
None.
ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS – PROCLAMATION DECLARING
FEBRUARY 2022 AS BLACK HISTORY MONTH IN THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG Councilmember Palacios read aloud the Proclamation declaring February 2022 as Black History Month in the City of Healdsburg.
ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS – INNOVATION, AUTOMATION AND
SUSTAINABILITY OF INTERNAL SERVICES
Administrative Services Director Sturmfels provided a brief introduction on the presentation being given this evening.
IT Services Manager McKenna provided information on IT management practices and automation and innovation projects.
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Central Services Manager Kettmann provided information on DocuSign, implementing automated signatures, improvements to the fleet maintenance process and electrification of the City vehicle fleet.
In response to Councilmember Hagele’s inquiry, Manager Kettmann provided information on where the City vehicles are purchased from. Administrative Service Director Sturmfels provided information on automating the business license process.
ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS – ANNUAL POLICE DEPARTMENT
UPDATE
Police Chief Jenkins provided information on the Police Department’s major accomplishments over the last year, including launching the CORE policing team. Chief Jenkins reviewed current staff levels and department statistics over the last year.
Chief Jenkins further provided information on response times, major categories for calls for service, crime rates in Healdsburg and trends in crime in Healdsburg. Chief Jenkins reviewed the Racial Identity and Profiling Act (RIPA) implemented in 2021, provided various statistics collected in 2021 after implementing RIPA, reviewed use of force statistics over the last year and provided an update on the CORE policing team.
Chief Jenkins reviewed community outreach conducted by the Police Department, technology implemented and what’s ahead for the police department.
In response to Council’s inquiries, Chief Jenkins reviewed recruiting strategies, defined what use of force is, the potential to electrify the police fleet, the future of the CORE policing team and the use of an automated license plate reader program.
Chief Jenkins further reviewed information on the program that allows residents or businesses to register their security cameras with the Police Department, how the CORE team coordinates with Reach For Home and what the Emergency Operations Coordinator position will do for the City.
Following a brief discussion, there was council consensus to add an automated license plate reader discussion to a future agenda.
CITY MANAGER REPORTS
COVID-19 Update
City Manager Kay provided an update on the national trend of COVID-19 cases and the Sonoma County trend of COVID-19 cases. City Manager Kay discussed the number of cases occurring in Healdsburg. Mr. Kay reviewed the new County Health Order issued by Dr. Mase noting, the mask order was lifted on February 16, 2022, and the large gathering restrictions have expired.
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2021 Drought and Water Supply Update
City Manager Kay reviewed current water storage levels at Lake Sonoma and Lake Mendocino, provided information on Healdsburg’s current water supply, current conservation levels and the monthly precipitation outlook for March of 2022. City Manager Kay further reviewed the utility funding relief the City received to help residential and non-residential customers pay the utility bill.
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ITEMS ON THE CONSENT CALENDAR AND NON
AGENDA ITEMS
Brigette Mansell commented on transparency, more communication from the City, thanked Chief Jenkins for his presentation and keeping the dollars local.
Laura Bracken commented on current water restrictions and issuing new building permits for hotels and homes in Healdsburg.
Richard Burg expressed his desire to see the Reach Code ban all new gas hookups and commented on the direction provided by the Council at the February 7, 2022, Council meeting.
Adina Flores commented on the COVID-19 vaccines and COVID-19 tests being used in Sonoma County.
Shelby Pryor inquired when the police body cameras would be activated and commented on Statement of Economic Interest Form 700’s and water use.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember Hagele requested Item E be pulled from the consent calendar for discussion.
On a motion by Vice Mayor Kelley, seconded by Councilmember Mitchell, approved the Consent Calendar as follows:
A. COMMUNITY SERVICES REQUEST FOR ROAD CLOSURES ON MARCH 17, 2022 FOR THE ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE
By motion, approved the Community Services Department's request for (1) a road closure on Healdsburg Avenue and (2) rolling road closures on Healdsburg Avenue, Matheson Street, Center Street, and Plaza Street for the St. Patrick’s Day Parade on March 17, 2022. (Ayes, 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
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B. AMENDMENT TO PATRICK CLARK CONSULTING - NEGOTIATION
SERVICES AGREEMENT
Adopted Resolution No. 22-2022, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG AMENDING THE EXISTING NEGOTIATION
SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH PATRICK CLARK CONSULTING TO INCREASE THE NOT-TO-EXCEED AMOUNT BY $25,000 TO $150,000 AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT AMENDMENT.” (Ayes, 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
C. ORDINANCE NO. 1211 – GARBAGE AND REFUSE, SOLID WASTE Adopted Ordinance No. 1211, titled “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG REPEALING CHAPTER 8.08 (GARBAGE AND REFUSE) OF THE HEALDSBURG MUNICIPAL CODE AND ENACTING CHAPTER 8.08 (SOLID WASTE).” (Ayes, 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
D. RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF BURBANK HOUSING'S APPLICATION FOR FY 2022-2023 CDBG AND HOME GRANT FUNDING FOR THE 155 DRY CREEK
AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROJECT
Adopted Resolution No. 10-2022, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG SUPPORTING BURBANK HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION’S APPLICATION FOR FY 2022-2023 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDING AND FY 2022-2023 HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP FUNDING IN THE AMOUNTS OF $900,000 AND $400,000 FOR THE 155 DRY CREEK AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROJECT.” (Ayes, 5, Noes 0, Absent – None) E. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REMOTE MEETINGS
This item was removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion.
The motion to approve the Consent Calendar as submitted carried on a unanimous roll call vote. (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REMOTE MEETINGS
Councilmember Hagele expressed his desire to strike Sections One through Three of the Council in person meeting protocols and align with the County Health guidelines.
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Council discussion ensued on continuing to limit capacity in the Council Chamber, requiring masks in person and giving the City Manager authority to move back to Zoom only if needed.
Public Comment
Shelby Pryor commented on returning to in person Council meetings, masking requirements and practicing healthy habits.
Brigette Mansell encouraged Council to open the Council Chamber to the public.
Adina Flores commented on the use of COVID-19 vaccines, Councilmember Kelley’s Pfizer investments and Corazon Healdsburg.
Valerie White inquired if the Zoom option would continue once the Council returns to in person Council meetings.
Council discussion ensued on a threshold of COVID case numbers to return to in person meetings, requiring masks for everyone regardless of vaccination status and reduced capacity in the Chamber.
There was Council consensus to just strike Section One of the Council in person meeting protocols and continue with masking for all and social distancing.
In response to Council’s inquiries, City Attorney Zutler informed Council, staff would return at the March 21, 2022, Council meeting with a modified resolution incorporating Council’s requested changes.
On a motion by Vice Mayor Kelley, seconded by Councilmember Hagele, adopted Resolution No. 24-2022, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
HEALDSBURG AND ON BEHALF OF COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES CREATED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54952(b) AUTHORIZING TELECONFERENCE MEETINGS IN COMPLIANCE WITH AB 361 (GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54953(e)) TO CONTINUE TO ALLOW MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC TO SAFELY PARTICIPATE IN LOCAL GOVERNMENT MEETINGS.” The motion carried on a unanimous roll call vote. (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent – None) OLD BUSINESS – VILLA CHANTICLEER OPERATIONAL TRANSITION Community Services Director Themig stated the action this evening was to discuss and provide feedback on the upcoming operational transition process and considerations for the Villa Chanticleer. Director Themig provided background information on the Villa, past operations and the effects COVID-19 has had on the current operations.
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Director Themig provided information on the operational transition plan, the request for interest released in January of 2022, when the request for proposals would be released and the potential timeline for Council to award a contract.
Director Themig further reviewed operational considerations to be included in the request for proposals, including capability, market rate and community events, maintenance and neighborhood context. Director Themig discussed the feedback received from the Parks and Recreation Commission.
In response to Council’s inquiries, Director Themig provided information on the Villa Chanticleer previously being operated by the City, the capital needs and operational costs of the Villa.
Council discussion ensued on including marketing strategies in the request for proposals, operating costs and capital needs of the Villa, including a subsidy from the City to assist with hosting community or local events, what type of lease will be executed, for profit operations and establishing a good relationship with the new operator.
Public Comment
Brigette Mansell encouraged Council to make the Villa a community asset and commented the Villa Chanticleer is not a profit maker.
Charles Duffy thanked staff for the presentation, expressed his disappointment with Tayman Park Golf Course as the operator of the Villa and encouraged Council to make the Villa a community asset.
Following a Council discussion, there was Council consensus to move forward with advertising this venue as for-profit venue, the City subsidizing community events and be all inclusive in the request for proposals.
OLD BUSINESS – 2021-22 MID-YEAR BUDGET REPORT
Administrative Services Director Sturmfels stated the action this evening was to receive an update on budget development and community engagement activities, receive a presentation from City staff on the fiscal health of the City for the first and second quarter of the fiscal year and adopt a resolution rescinding Resolution No. 95-2021 and amending the fiscal year 2021-22 budget.
Director Sturmfels informed Council, staff has launched the budget simulation tool and budget community meetings have been scheduled during the month of March. Director Sturmfels reviewed the mid-year budget highlights including the General Fund revenue and Community City Council/RSA Regular Meeting Minutes
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Services TOT revenue is exceeding expectations, impacts of drought on water fund revenue is visible and Measure T revenue is in line with projections. Director Sturmfels noted staff is seeing an increase in TOT revenue and franchise fees are down this year.
Director Sturmfels further reviewed General Fund expenses to date, the General Fund balance projections and Community Services revenue and expenses. Director Sturmfels reviewed two Community Services budget actions this evening; 1) repay the Measure T loan of $625,000 and 2) transfers of $1,000,000 into the Community Services Capital Projects Fund to start saving for future capital projects and/or deferred maintenance needs.
Director Sturmfels reviewed the Water fund projected fund balance and the proposed budget amendments for this evening.
In response to Council’s inquiries, Director Sturmfels provided information on real estate transfer tax and reviewed the short fall in the water fund.
There were no public comments on this item.
On a motion by Councilmember Hagele, seconded by Mayor Jimenez, adopted Resolution No. 25-2022, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 95-2021 AND AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2021-22 BUDGET.” The motion carried on a unanimous roll call vote. (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
NEW BUSINESS – REVIEW AND UPDATE THE PENSION LIABILITY FUNDING POLICY
Administrative Services Director Sturmfels stated the action this evening was to receive a presentation from City staff on the status of the City’s pension liabilities and adopt a resolution rescinding Resolution No. 51-2019 and approving the updated Pension Liability Funding Policy.
Director Sturmfels provided information on pension basics, the history of CalPERS, CalPERS returns over time, the actions the City of Healdsburg has taken to address the rising costs of pensions and incorporating the long-range forecast model to assist with planning.
Director Sturmfels further reviewed pension costs, current pension liability policy components and current policy discretionary Unfunded Actuarial Liability (UAL) commitments. Director Sturmfels provided information on the proposed changes to the Pension policy including: 1) deleting the required additional discretionary UAL contributions based on set amounts determined in 2019 and replace with an annual review of the City’s ability to make additional UAL payments;
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2) including language that requires planned use of the Pension Stabilization Fund to be included as part of the 2-year budget planning process; and 3) setting as a policy goal the City’s desire to limit Pension Stabilization Trust Fund withdrawals to maximize both interest earnings and the long-term benefits of the Trust.
In response to Council’s inquiries, Director Sturmfels reviewed the risk to the City and how the City could pay the Pension costs.
There were no public comments on this item.
Council discussion ensued about the flexibility of UAL payments, reviewing them on an annual basis and the discipline of making Pension payments and bringing back Pension payments as part of the biannual budget process.
On a motion by Councilmember Palacios, seconded by Vice Mayor Kelley adopted Resolution No. 26-2022, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 51-2019 AND APPROVING AN UPDATED PENSION LIABILITY FUNDING POLICY.” The motion carried on a unanimous roll call vote. (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
COUNCIL REPORTS ON MATTER OF INTEREST OCCURRING SINCE PREVIOUS
REGULAR MEETING
Councilmember Hagele reported he was headed to Washington D.C. on behalf of the American Public Power Association.
Vice Mayor Kelley had nothing to report.
Councilmember Palacios had nothing to report.
Councilmember Mitchell had nothing to report.
Mayor Jimenez had nothing to report.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
None.
CLOSED SESSIONS
None.
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ADJOURNMENT
There being no other City Council/RSA business to discuss, Mayor Jimenez adjourned the meeting at approximately 10:41 P.M.
APPROVED: ATTEST:
__________________________________ ___________________________________ Osvaldo Jimenez, Mayor Raina Allan, City Clerk