CITY OF HEALDSBURG
CITY COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
March 21, 2022
City Hall Council Chamber
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
Councilmember Hagele requested to move item 6O before Announcements/Presentations.
On a motion by Vice Mayor Kelley, seconded by Councilmember Hagele, approved the March 21, 2022 City Council and Redevelopment Successor Agency meeting agenda as revised to discuss item 6O before Announcements/Presentations. The motion carried on a unanimous roll call vote. (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent -None)
REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION(S)
None.
ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REMOTE MEETINGS
Councilmember Hagele provided information on why he wanted to discuss this item, noting he wanted to remove the requirement to wear masks in the Council Chamber out of the protocols.
Public Comment
Linda Cade expressed her support for removing the mask requirement.
Michael Peterson commented on affordable housing in Healdsburg, encouraged Council to find more affordable housing opportunities in Healdsburg and bringing the SMART train to Healdsburg.
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Brigette Mansell encouraged Council to make a decision on mask requirements they would feel comfortable with.
Council Comments
Councilmember Palacios expressed her support for removing the mask requirement.
Councilmember Mitchell was supportive of removing the mask requirement and allowing masks as a choice.
Vice Mayor Kelley expressed her support to make the mask requirement optional.
Mayor Jimenez was supportive of including a mask recommendation in the protocols but was in favor of removing the requirement.
Council discussion ensued on what the County masking requirements are.
On a motion by Councilmember Hagele, seconded by Councilmember Palacios, adopted Resolution No. 27-2022 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” amending the Resolution to delete Section One “face covering” under the In-Person attendance protocol to be effective immediately. The motion carried on a roll call vote, with Vice Mayor Kelley dissenting. (Ayes 4, Noes – Kelley, Absent – None) ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS – PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING
MARCH 31, 2022 AS CESAR CHAVEZ DAY
Councilmember Palacios, Mayor Jimenez and a member of the public read aloud the Proclamation in three different languages recognizing March 31, 2022, as Cesar Chavez Day in the City of Healdsburg.
ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS – PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING
MARCH 20-26, 2022 AS NATIONAL SURVEYORS WEEK
Councilmember Hagele read aloud the Proclamation recognizing March 20-26, 2022, as National Surveyors Week in the City of Healdsburg.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS – PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING
MARCH 2022 AS RED CROSS MONTH
Councilmember Mitchell read aloud the Proclamation declaring March 2022 as Red Cross Month in the City of Healdsburg.
Cindy Jones and Andy Withohn thanked the Council for the Proclamation and provided information on what the Red Cross does for the Community.
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, the large gathering restrictions have expired, and the elementary school mask mandate has been modified as well.
Water Supply Update
City Manager Kay reviewed current water storage levels at Lake Mendocino, provided information on Healdsburg’s current water supply, current conservation levels and the expected conservations levels for the upcoming summer. City Manager Kay further reviewed information on the Aquifer Storage and Recovery Wells and Municipal Recycled Water Pipeline. City Manager Kay noted the City has received $7.1 million in funding to assist with this pipeline project.
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ITEMS ON THE CONSENT CALENDAR AND NON
AGENDA ITEMS
Brigette Mansell thanked Council and staff for the work on the grant funding received for the recycled water pipeline, thanked former Mayor Mitchell for her service as Mayor and commented on climate.
Linda Cade commented on her dislike of masks, COVID tests and vaccines.
Christian Sullberg thanked the City Council for adhering to the mandates as the community has navigated the COVID-19 pandemic.
Tyra Benoit congratulated Utilities Director Crowley on the grant funding received to date and informed the Council a group of citizens met in the Plaza and thanked the Council for agreeing to move forward with a Climate Mobilization Strategy.
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Richard Burg commented we are living on the lands of the Pomo, Miwok and Wapo peoples’, noted we should constantly thanked them for attention and preservation of the lands and encouraged Council to re-consider their direction on the Reach Code.
Andy Elkin, Healdsburg Library Commissioner provided a brief update on what is happening at the Healdsburg Library.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Vice Mayor Kelley recused from Item 6P, Lighting and Landscaping Assessment District for a perceived conflict as a family member owns a property within the assessment district.
Councilmember Hagele recused from Item 6P as he owns a home in the assessment district.
On a motion by Councilmember Mitchell, seconded by Councilmember Palacios, approved the Consent Calendar as follows:
A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
By motion, approved the January 18, 2022 Regular Meeting Minutes, the January 19, 2022 Special Meeting Minutes and the February 7, 2022 Regular Meeting Minutes. (Ayes, 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
B. RECEIVE THE MONTHLY INVESTMENT REPORT FOR JANUARY 2022 Received and approved the Monthly Treasurer’s Investment Report for January 2022.” (Ayes, 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
C. APPROVAL OF DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR JANUARY 2022
By motion, approved the Disbursement Report for January 2022..” (Ayes, 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
D. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH FECUNDITATIS TO PROVIDE
GRANT WRITING SERVICES
Adopted Resolution No. 28-2022, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG APPROVING THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
AGREEMENT WITH FECUNDITATIS FOR GRANT WRITING SERVICES AND
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT.” (Ayes, 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
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E. SIDE LETTER BETWEEN THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG AND INTERNATIONAL
ASSOCIATION OF FIREFIGHTERS
Adopted Resolution No. 29-2022, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO SIGN A SIDE LETTER BETWEEN THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG AND THE INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS, LOCAL 2604 AMENDING LANGUAGE REFERENCING “HOLIDAY.” (Ayes, 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
F. HEALDSBURG FUTURE FARMERS COUNTRY FAIR AGREEMENT
Adopted Resolution No. 30-2022, titled “RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH HEALDSBURG
FUTURE FARMERS COUNTRY FAIR FOR USE OF RECREATION PARK AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT.” (Ayes, 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
G. FITCH MOUNTAIN PARK AND OPEN SPACE PRESERVE PUBLIC ACCESS
IMPROVEMENT PHASE B
Adopted Resolution No. 31-2022, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG APPROVING A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH PRUNUSKE CHATHAM INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $86,590 TO
PREPARE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION DRAWINGS FOR PHASE B OF THE
FITCH MOUNTAIN PARK AND OPEN SPACE PRESERVE ACCESS
IMPROVEMENTS; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT ON THE CITY’S BEHALF INCLUDING AMENDMENTS UP TO 10% OF THE ORIGINAL AGREEMENT.” (Ayes, 5, Noes 0, Absent – None) H. FISCAL YEAR 2021-22 ANNUAL CONCRETE MAINTENANCE CONTRACT BID AWARD
Adopted Resolution No. 32-2022, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG CONDITIONALLY AWARDING THE FY 21/22
ANNUAL CONCRETE MAINTENANCE CONTRACT TO YUKON CONSTRUCTION INC., OF SANTA ROSA, CALIFORNIA, IN THE AMOUNT OF $283,900.04,
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE CONTRACT,
AUTHORIZING THE CITY ENGINEER TO NEGOTIATE AND APPROVE CONTRACT CHANGE ORDERS UP TO 10% OF THE ORIGINAL CONTRACT AMOUNT, AND City Council/RSA Regular Meeting Minutes
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INCREASING APPROPRIATIONS IN THE STREETS CAPITAL FUND.” (Ayes, 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
I. COMMUNITY WILDFIRE PROTECTION PLAN – PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
AGREEMENT
Adopted Resolution No. 33-2022, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG APPROVING A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH SONOMA TECHNOLOGIES, INC. AND AUTHORIZING THE
CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $60,000.” (Ayes, 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
J. OPPOSITION TO INITIATIVE 21-0042A1 THE “TAXPAYER PROTECTION AND GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY ACT”
Adopted Resolution No. 34-2022, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG OPPOSING INITIATIVE 21-0042A1 AND JOINING THE NO ON INITIATIVE 21-0042A1 COALITION.” (Ayes, 5, Noes 0, Absent – None) K. 2021 GENERAL PLAN REPORT
By motion, accepted the annual report and directed staff to file it with the appropriate state agencies. (Ayes, 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
L. 2021 GROWTH MANAGEMENT PROGRAM ANNUAL REPORT
By motion, accepted the Growth Management Program Annual Report. (Ayes, 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
M. 2021 HOUSING ELEMENT ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT
By motion, accepted the Housing Element Annual Progress Report for the 2021 calendar year and directed staff to submit the report to the State of California Department of Housing and Community Development and the State Office of Planning and Research. (Ayes, 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
N. ACOSTA LATINO LEARNING PARTNERSHIP (ALLP) FOR DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION (DEI) SERVICES – PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
AGREEMENT
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Adopted Resolution No. 35-2022, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE
A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH ACOSTA LATINO LEARNING PARTNERSHIP (ALLP) IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $75,000 FOR SPECIFIC
SERVICES RELATING TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION (DEI) SERVICES.” (Ayes, 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
O. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REMOTE MEETINGS
This item was removed from the Consent Calendar to be discussed before Announcements/Presentations.
P. LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
This item was removed from the Consent Calendar to be voted on separately.
The motion to approve the Consent Calendar as revised above carried on a unanimous roll call vote. (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
On a motion by Councilmember Mitchell, seconded by Councilmember Palacios, adopted Resolution No. 36-2022 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
HEALDSBURG APPOINTING COASTLAND CIVIL ENGINEERING AS THE ENGINEER OF WORK FOR THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG’S LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT AND DIRECTING THE PREPARATION OF THE ENGINEER’S REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 (PURSUANT TO THE LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ACT OF 1972).” The motion carried on a roll call vote, with Councilmember Hagele and Vice Mayor Kelley abstaining. (Ayes 3, Noes 0, Absent – None, Abstaining – Hagele and Kelley)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
None.
OLD BUSINESS
None.
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NEW BUSINESS – WATER AND WASTEWATER RATE STUDIES
Utilities Director Crowley introduced this item for discussion and stated the action this evening was to receive a presentation regarding water and wastewater forecasted revenues and costs.
Director Crowley introduced Mark Hildebrand from Hildebrand consulting who would be giving the presentation this evening.
Water
Mr. Hildebrand reviewed the legal requirements for setting water rates in California, the rate setting objectives, why Healdsburg has higher than average water and sewer rates for the region, summarized the reasons for the water rates increase, provided information on the revenues for the water enterprise fund and the water enterprise operating fund.
Director Crowley provided information on the water infrastructure age and condition, reviewed the recommended water distribution capacity improvements, commented on recent water main breaks in Healdsburg and reviewed the water enterprise capital spending forecast.
Mr. Hildebrand reviewed the proposed water enterprise financial forecast; the proposed rate increases over the next five years and the cost of service and rate design approach. Mr.
Hildebrand discussed the proposed water rate schedule for year one, reviewed the water bill impact analysis for year one, recent water usage trends and the impacts of reduced water use on expenses and revenues without a shortage.
Mr. Hildebrand further reviewed the water shortage strategy and implementing a water shortage surcharge.
In response to Council’s inquiries, Mr. Hildebrand provided information on why the City would be allowed to charge a water shortage surcharge and reviewed options to address high water users.
Wastewater
Mr. Hildebrand provided a summary of what is causing the wastewater increase, wastewater enterprise revenue and wastewater enterprise operating expenses and debt service.
Utilities Director Crowley provided information on the wastewater infrastructure age and condition, reviewed the recommended wastewater distribution capacity improvements, commented on the need to replace wastewater pipes, and reviewed the wastewater enterprise capital spending forecast.
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Mr. Hildebrand reviewed the proposed wastewater enterprise capital spending forecast, the proposed capital financial plan, provided information on the proposed wastewater rates for year one and reviewed the wastewater bill impact analysis for year one.
In response to Council’s inquiries, Mr. Hildebrand provided information on the existing debt and when the debt will be retired. Utilities Director Crowley provided information on why the debt is not being increased at this time.
Mr. Hildebrand further recapped the drivers that are increasing rates and reviewed regional water and wastewater rates in comparison to the City of Healdsburg’s rates.
Public Comment
Laura, business owner, encouraged Council to consider businesses trying to employ people when thinking about increasing rates.
Don Taylor expressed his concern for senior citizens in town as it relates to rate increases and inquired if Council could look at other options to help offset the increase.
In response to Council’s inquiries, Director Crowley provided information on the discount provided to low-income residents and why it is funded from Measure T.
COUNCIL REPORTS ON MATTER OF INTEREST OCCURRING SINCE PREVIOUS
REGULAR MEETING
Councilmember Hagele reported he met with residents from Ward Street, Chaired the North Coast Railroad Authorities last meeting and opened the Great Redwood Trail’s first meeting, participated in a Zoom meeting with the Bureau of Reclamation regarding grant applications and informed Council he was headed to Washington D.C. on behalf of the Northern California Power Association.
Councilmember Palacios reported she reviewed the Portrait of Sonoma report put out the NAACP and informed Council someone may be reaching out to them to discuss.
Vice Mayor Kelley inquired about the Planning Commission summary included in the agenda packet and inquired if Council was interested in developing a policy to include a laundry facility for future affordable housing projects going forward.
There was Council majority to place this item on a future agenda.
Mayor Jimenez reported he walked Ward Street with community members.
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Councilmember Mitchell had nothing to report.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
The City Council received the report on the actions taken by the Planning Commission at its February 23, 2022, meeting.
CLOSED SESSIONS
None.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no other City Council/RSA business to discuss, Mayor Jimenez adjourned the meeting at approximately 8:36 P.M.
APPROVED: ATTEST:
__________________________________ ___________________________________ Osvaldo Jimenez, Mayor Raina Allan, City Clerk