CITY OF HEALDSBURG
CITY COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
April 4, 2022
City Hall Council Chamber
401 Grove Street, Healdsburg .
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 6:01 p.m. with the following Council Members present:
Present: Council Members/: Kelley, Mitchell, Palacios and Mayor Jimenez Board Members
Absent: Council Members/: Hagele
Board Members
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
On a motion by Councilmember Mitchell, seconded by Councilmember Palacios, approved the April 4, 2022, City Council and Redevelopment Successor Agency meeting agenda as submitted.
The motion carried on a unanimous roll call vote with Councilmember Hagele noted as absent. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent -Hagele)
REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION
The Mayor reported a Closed Session was held prior to the meeting and direction was given to staff.
ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS – RECOGNITION OF CITY EMPLOYEES
WITH MILESTONE ANNIVERSARIES
The City Council recognized Senior Civil Engineer Clay Thistle on five years of dedicated service to the City of Healdsburg Public Works Department.
Transportation and Public Works Director Zimmer commented on assets and skills Clay brings to the City.
Engineer Thistle thanked Council for the certificate.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS – PRESENTATION FROM HEALDSBURG
HIGH SCHOOL ECO-ARTS CLUB
Transportation and Public Works Director Zimmer introduced Linus Lancaster, the Art Teacher from Healdsburg High School.
Mr. Lancaster reviewed current art projects underway at the high school, including a storm drain project and a recycling project.
Joycelyn provided information on the storm drain project, including using ceramic art to go on top of the storm drain covers to be more eye catching.
Kira provided information on the recycling project underway, including creating posters to let other students at school know what items go into which bin.
CITY MANAGER REPORTS
COVID-19 Update
City Manager Kay reviewed the Sonoma County trend of COVID-19, noting cases have leveled off. Mr. Kay noted the number of COVID-19 cases in Healdsburg. 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, noting the City is currently in Stage 2 of our water conservation plan.
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ITEMS ON THE CONSENT CALENDAR AND NON
AGENDA ITEMS
Michael Peterson commented on affordable housing options in the City of Healdsburg, the cost to live in Sonoma County, the amount of hotels built in Healdsburg and bringing the SMART train to town.
Kim McKay thanked Council for the option to participate in the Council meetings on Zoom, thanked Mark and the Parks and Recreation Commission for hearing her comments regarding the parking situation at the Healdsburg Community Center.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Jimenez recused from Items 6C and 6D on the Consent Calendar as he owns a business on the Plaza.
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On a motion by Councilmember Mitchell, seconded by Vice Mayor Kelley, approved the Consent Calendar as follows:
A. RECEIVE THE MONTHLY INVESTMENT REPORT FOR FEBRUARY 2022 By motion, received and approved the Monthly Treasurer’s Investment Report for February 2022. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent - Hagele)
B. APPROVAL OF DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR WITHDRAWALS DURING THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY 2022
By motion, approved the Disbursement Report for February 2022. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent - Hagele)
C. COMMUNITY SERVICES REQUEST FOR ROAD CLOSURES FOR TUESDAYS IN
THE PLAZA CONCERT SERIES
This item was removed from the consent calendar to be voted on separately.
D. HEALDSBURG FARMERS' MARKET REQUEST FOR ROAD CLOSURES AND CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOL FOR THE 2022 SEASON
This item was removed from the consent calendar to be voted on separately.
E. BUDGET AMENDMENT - FIRE DEPARTMENT PURCHASE OF IT EQUIPMENT
FROM ENFORCEMENT ACCOUNT
Adopted Resolution No. 37-2022 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2021-22 BUDGET,
RECOGNIZING AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS FROM THE FIRE DEPARTMENT CUPA ENFORCEMENT ACCOUNT FOR THE PURCHASE OF IT EQUIPMENT.” (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent - Hagele)
F. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR ENGINEERING DESIGN
SERVICES FOR THE BROWN STREET SEWER AND WATER MAIN
REPLACEMENT PROJECT
Adopted Resolution No. 38-2022 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG APPROVING A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH MYRIAD ENGINEER, INC. OF SACRAMENTO, CA IN THE NOT-TO-EXCEED AMOUNT OF $198,500.10 TO PROVIDE ENGINEERING DESIGN
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PROJECT AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT ON THE CITY’S BEHALF.” (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent - Hagele) G. RESOLUTION OF SUPPORT FOR UKRAINE
Adopted Resolution No. 39-2022 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG AFFIRMING OUR SUPPORT FOR UKRAINE.” (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent - Hagele)
H. ADOPTION OF FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 CITY COUNCIL GOALS
By motion, approved the City Council Goals for Fiscal Year 2022-23. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent - Hagele)
I. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REMOTE MEETINGS
Adopted Resolution No. 40-2022 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.” (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent - Hagele)
The motion to approve Consent Calendar as revised above carried on a unanimous roll call vote with Councilmember Hagele noted as absent. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Hagele)
COMMUNITY SERVICES REQUEST FOR ROAD CLOSURES FOR TUESDAYS IN
THE PLAZA CONCERT SERIES
On a motion by Councilmember Mitchell, seconded by Councilmember Palacios, approved a road closure of Plaza Street between Center Street and Healdsburg Avenue on Tuesdays from May 31, 2022 through August 30, 2022. The motion carried on a roll call vote, with Councilmember Hagele noted as absent and Mayor Jimenez abstaining. (Ayes 3, Noes 0, Absent – Hagele, Abstaining - Jimenez)
HEALDSBURG FARMERS' MARKET REQUEST FOR ROAD CLOSURES AND CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOL FOR THE 2022 SEASON
On a motion by Councilmember Mitchell, seconded by Councilmember Palacios, approved:
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1. the Healdsburg Farmers' Market request for one-way road closures on Plaza Street, between Center Street and Healdsburg Avenue and Center Street, between Plaza and Matheson Streets on Tuesdays from May 17 through October 25, 2022, from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.; and
2. Waived the provisions of Section 9.12.170(A) of the Healdsburg Municipal Code that prohibits the consumption of alcohol on public streets, sidewalks, and right-of-ways and approved the Healdsburg Farmers' Market's request to allow consumption of alcohol in the West Plaza parking lot on Saturdays from April 16 through December 17, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The motion carried on a roll call vote, with Councilmember Hagele noted as absent and Mayor Jimenez abstaining. (Ayes 3, Noes 0, Absent – Hagele, Abstaining - Jimenez)
PUBLIC HEARINGS - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE DEVELOPMENT
AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG AND KENDAL AT
SONOMA, A ZEN INSPIRED COMMUNITY, FOR THE ENSO VILLAGE PROJECT Community Development Director Scott Duiven introduced Linda Ruffing from North Coast Community Planning who would be giving the presentation this evening.
Ms. Ruffing provided information on the Enso Village project, reviewed the current entitlements, including 20 very low-income units for employees and volunteers and 10 moderate-income units available to the public at large. Ms. Ruffing noted the purpose of this Development Agreement (DA) Amendment was to: 1) align the DA’s affordability requirements to the incomes of the intended resident Zen Teachers; and 2) modify affordability levels for 10 of the 20 senior living units that are targeted to Very Low-Income households. The amendment would convert 5 Very Low-Income units to Low-Income and 5 Very Low-Income units to Moderate-Income.
In response to Council’s inquiries Ms. Ruffing reviewed how the Zen Center teachers qualify for a unit and how long the income restrictions are relevant for. Susan O’Connell from the Zen Center provided information on how the Zen Teachers are selected to receive a unit. Housing Administrator Sotomayor reviewed the need for Senior housing. Ms. Ruffing provided information on the total number of income restricted units.
The Mayor opened the Public Hearing.
Public Comment
Brigette Mansell expressed her concern for the income mix of the affordable housing units.
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Erin Carlstrom. Attorney for Enso, commented on the proposed changes to the Development Agreement being discussed this evening.
There being no other public comments, the Mayor closed the public input portion of the hearing.
In response to Council’s inquiries, Ms. Ruffing reviewed the affordability mix of the units and the number of units being built at the Enso project. Susan O’Connell provided information on how many units have already been reserved, how the ten local preference units were advertised to Healdsburg residents and who has filled the local preference units.
On a motion by Councilmember Mitchell, seconded by Mayor Jimenez, introduced for first reading by title only, waiving further reading of the text, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG APPROVING A FIRST AMENDMENT TO
THE DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG
AND KENDAL AT SONOMA, A ZEN INSPIRED COMMUNITY FOR THE ENSO VILLAGE PROJECT LOCATED AT 1801 BOXHEART DRIVE (DA 2020-01.01). The motion carried on roll call vote with Councilmember Hagele noted as absent. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Hagele)
PUBLIC HEARINGS - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE DEVELOPMENT
AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG AND CCS
HEALDSBURG, LLC FOR THE NORTH VILLAGE PROJECT
Consultant Planner Ruffing provided background information on the proposed amendment reviewing who is required to complete various pieces of the Fire Substation. Ms. Ruffing noted the purpose of the Development Agreement (DA) Amendment with North Village is to 1) modify the North Village Development Agreement to terminate Comstock’s obligations for the Fire Substation following completion of construction plans and payment of the Developer Fire Substation Contribution; and 2) provide for the City to assume responsibility for conducting the public bid process, awarding contract(s) and overseeing construction of the Fire Substation.
Ms. Ruffing further reviewed the rationale for the DA Amendment and Fire Substation cost estimates.
In response to Council’s inquiries, Ms. Ruffing provided information on when the Fire Substation could potentially go out to bid and be completed, and the methodology used to calculate the developer contributions to the project. Public Works Director Zimmer reviewed the timeline.
The Mayor opened the Public Hearing.
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Public Comment
Brigette Mansell inquired who is responsible to make sure the Fire Substation gets built.
Merrilyn Joyce inquired why Montage was allowed to open before the Fire Substation is operational and where the money for the substation has gone.
There being no other public comments, the Mayor closed the public input portion of the hearing.
In response to Council’s inquiries Fire Chief Boaz provided information on the functionality of the future Fire Substation, noting it will not be staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week but will add an additional fire truck at that end of town during a red flag warning. Ms. Ruffing reviewed the financial contribution requirements of Comstock and Saggio and the outline for when the Substation needed to be built.
On a motion by Councilmember Palacios, seconded by Councilmember Mitchell, introduced for first reading by title only, waiving further reading of the text, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG APPROVING A SECOND
AMENDMENT TO THE DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY
OF HEALDSBURG AND CCS HEALDSBURG, LLC FOR THE NORTH VILLAGE PROJECT (DA 2020-01.02).” The motion carried on roll call vote with Councilmember Hagele noted as absent. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Hagele)
OLD BUSINESS – FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE FRANCHISE AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG AND RECOLOGY SONOMA MARIN Transportation and Public Works Director Zimmer introduced this item for discussion and provided brief background information.
Claire Wilson, R3 Consulting Group, Inc. reviewed the requirements of SB1383, the Short-Lived Climate Pollutants Act, what the local agency responsibilities are, the proposed services included in the amendment and the resultant rate increase.
In response to Councilmember Mitchell’s inquiry, Public Works Director Zimmer provided information on countertop compost bins.
There were no public comments on this item.
On a motion by Councilmember Mitchell, seconded by Mayor Jimenez, adopted Resolution No. 41-2022 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
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AGREEMENT FOR SOLID WASTE, RECYCLABLE MATERIALS, COMPOSTABLE
MATERIALS, CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION DEBRIS, AND STREET SWEEPING
SERVICES BETWEEN THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG AND RECOLOGY SONOMA MARIN.” The motion carried on a roll call vote with Councilmember Hagele noted as absent. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Hagele)
OLD BUSINESS - OMNIBUS AMENDMENT TO WASTE DELIVERY AGREEMENT
AND FRANCHISED HAULER AGREEMENT
Transportation and Public Works Director Zimmer introduced this item for discussion and provided brief background information.
Claire Wilson, R3 Consulting Group, Inc. provided information on the City solid waste system, how the waste is picked up, transported and where the waste ends up. Ms. Wilson further reviewed the changes to SB1383, noting that to be fully compliant with SB1383, Recology will handle commercial food waste requirements.
Ms. Wilson reviewed the cost associated with the commercial food waste program, noting the rate increase was very small.
In response to Council’s inquiries, Public Works Director Zimmer reviewed what de minimis means.
There were no public comments on this item.
On a motion by Councilmember Mitchell, seconded by Councilmember Palacios, adopted Resolution No. 42-2022 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
HEALDSBURG APPROVING AN OMNIBUS AMENDMENT TO THE WASTE DELIVERY
AGREEMENT AND FRANCHISE HAULER AGREEMENT TO BE BOUND BY THE CITY’S WASTE DELIVERY COMMITMENT.” The motion carried on a roll call vote with Councilmember Hagele noted as absent. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Hagele) NEW BUSINESS – REPORT ON THE HOUSING LAND TRUST OF SONOMA COUNTY
Housing Administrator Sotomayor introduced Dev Goetschius from Housing Land Trust (HLT) of Sonoma County who would be providing the update this evening.
Ms. Goetschius reviewed how the HLT program works, the process HLT uses, the responsibilities of the HLT, the City and the Developer. Ms. Goetschius provided information on City Council/RSA Regular Meeting Minutes
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data collected by the Lender and HLT, the application process for homeownership with HLT and the workforce housing built to date in Healdsburg.
Ms. Goetschius gave an update on the accomplishments to date at Sonata, Sorrento Square, Comstock Homes, Chiquita Grove and Arden. Ms. Goetschius provided information on subsidy retention, challenges to meet current demand for housing and thanked Council for the partnership.
Ivonne HLT, homeowner commented on her experience of living and working in Healdsburg and the partnership she has with HLT.
In response to Council’s inquiries, Ms. Goetschius provided information on how many applications don’t move forward, how equity is built in the homes, how long someone is on the waiting list, converting market rate homes to deed restricted homes and what income targets should be targeted in the future. Ms. Goetschius further commented on lending standards and how loans are processed.
Public Comment
David Jones expressed his appreciation for Housing Land Trust.
Housing Administrator Sotomayor commented on homeownership in Healdsburg and the stewardship of housing that Dev Goetschius and Housing Land Trust brings to the community of Healdsburg.
OLD BUSINESS – MAYORS AND COUNCILMEMBERS APPOINTMENTS
Mayor Jimenez introduced this item for discussion.
Following a brief discussion by Council, on a motion by Councilmember Mitchell, seconded by Councilmember Palacios, supported the appointment of Pam Stafford from Rohnert Park to the Local Agency Formation Commission and authorized the Mayor to vote on any late nominations or recommendations at the City Selection Meeting or MC board meeting. The motion carried on a roll call vote with Councilmember Hagele noted as absent. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Hagele) There were no public comments on this item.
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COUNCIL REPORTS ON MATTERS OF INTEREST OCCURRING SINCE PREVIOUS
REGULAR MEETING/EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENT REPORTS
Councilmember Palacios inquired if the Council was interested in having the NAACP come a make a presentation to Council.
There was Council majority to agendize a future presentation from the NAACP.
Vice Mayor Kelley had nothing to report.
Councilmember Hagele had nothing to report.
Councilmember Mitchell had nothing to report.
Mayor Jimenez had nothing to report.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
None.
CLOSED SESSIONS
None.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further City Council/Redevelopment Successor Agency business to discuss, the meeting was adjourned at approximately 8:54 p.m.
APPROVED: ATTEST:
_________________________________ __________________________________ Osvaldo Jimenez, Mayor Raina Allan, City Clerk