CITY OF HEALDSBURG
CITY COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
June 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 6:01 P.M. with the following Councilmembers present/absent:
Present: Councilmembers/: Hagele, Kelley, Mitchell 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 June 21, 2022 City Council and Redevelopment Successor Agency meeting agenda as submitted. The motion carried on a unanimous roll call vote. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent -None)
REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION(S)
The Mayor reported a Closed Session was held prior to the meeting and direction was given to staff.
ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS – PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING JULY 24-30, 2022 AS ZERO WASTE WEEK
Mayor Jimenez, with Council concurrence, recognized July 24-30, 2022 as Zero Waste Week in the City of Healdsburg and Councilmember Mitchell read aloud the proclamation.
Dani and Tim Wilcox, Zero Waste Task Force representatives, thanked the Council for the Proclamation and commented on the work they do to divert food from the landfill.
CITY MANAGER REPORTS
City Manager Kay introduced Andrew Sturmfels as the new Assistant City Manager for the City of Healdsburg and commented on Mr. Sturmfels skill set.
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Assistant City Manager Sturmfels thanked City Manager Kay and Council for the opportunity to serve as Assistant City Manager and expressed his excitement to continue to live and work in Healdsburg.
City Manager Kay further announced that Fireworks were returning to Healdsburg this year and a new recycling center will be opening in the City Hall parking lot next week.
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ITEMS ON THE CONSENT CALENDAR AND NONAGENDA ITEMS None.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember Hagele recused from Item 6K as he owns a home within 500 feet of the project.
On a motion by Councilmember Mitchell, seconded by Vice Mayor Kelley, approved the Consent Calendar as follows:
A. INVESTMENT POLICY FOR FISCAL YEAR 2022-23
Adopted Resolution No. 80-2022, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG ADOPTING AN INVESTMENT POLICY FOR FISCAL YEAR 2022-23.” (Ayes, 4, Noes 0, Absent – None)
B. WATER RECLAMATION FACILITY EQUALIZATION POND SOLID REMOVAL
AND DISPOSAL PROJECT CHANGE ORDER
Adopted Resolution No. 81-2022, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG INCREASING THE SOLIDS REMOVAL PROJECT BUDGET BY $156,600 FOR A TOTAL PROJECT BUDGET OF $382,862 AND
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO APPROVE CHANGE ORDERS UP TO THE PROJECT’S APPROVED AMOUNT.” (Ayes, 4, Noes 0, Absent – None) C. MMO PARTNERS – PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT EXTENSION Adopted Resolution No. 82-2022, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXTEND A
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR FEDERAL ADVOCACY SERVICES
WITH MMO PARTNERS FOR ONE YEAR, INCREASING THE NOT-TO-EXCEED AMOUNT BY $85,490 TO $283,480.” (Ayes, 4, Noes 0, Absent – None) City Council/RSA Regular Meeting Minutes
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D. BADGER SUBSTATION 12KV AND 60KV BUS RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT –
ACCEPT AS COMPLETE
Adopted Resolution No. 83-2022, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG ACCEPTING AS COMPLETE THE BADGER SUBSTATION 12KV AND 60KV BUS RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT (EL1008) AND AUTHORIZING STAFF TO FILE A NOTICE OF COMPLETION.” (Ayes, 4, Noes 0, Absent – None)
E. SOS COMMUNITY COUNSELING – PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT Adopted Resolution No. 84-2022, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO A
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH SOS COMMUNITY COUNSELING
TO PROVIDE FOR YOUTH DIVERSION SERVICES THROUGH ITS HEALDSBURG
FAMILY YOUTH SERVICES PROGRAM, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
EXECUTE THE AMENDMENT, AND INCREASING THE NOT-TO-EXCEED AMOUNT BY $33,542 TO $83,541.” (Ayes, 4, Noes 0, Absent – None) F. EFFICIENCY SERVICES GROUP, LLC – PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
AGREEMENT AMENDMENT
Adopted Resolution No. 85-2022, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH EFFICIENCY SERVICES GROUP,
LLC TO PROVIDE ENERGY EFFICIENCY ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES AND
MANAGE A LOW-INCOME ONLINE APPLICATION PORTAL AND EXTENDING THE AGREEMENT’S TERM TO JUNE 30, 2024, INCREASING THE NOT TO EXCEED AMOUNT TO $141,000, AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT ON THE CITY’S BEHALF.” (Ayes, 4, Noes 0, Absent – None) G. CONSOLIDATING THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION WITH THE
STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION
Adopted Resolution No. 86-2022, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG, CALIFORNIA (1) CALLING AND GIVING NOTICE OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 8, 2022 FOR THE ELECTION OF THREE CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS; (2) REQUESTING THE
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF SONOMA TO CONSOLIDATE THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 8, 2022 WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION PURSUANT TO SECTION 10403 OF THE
ELECTIONS CODE AND TO PERMIT THE SONOMA COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF City Council/RSA Regular Meeting Minutes
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ELECTIONS TO CONDUCT SAID ELECTION; (3) AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO REIMBURSE THE COUNTY OF SONOMA FOR THE COSTS TO CONDUCT THE ELECTION; AND (4) APPROVING GUIDELINES FOR CONDUCTING SAID ELECTION.” (Ayes, 4, Noes 0, Absent – None)
H. AIRPORT MANAGEMENT SERVICES 2022
Adopted Resolution No. 87-2022, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG CONDITIONALLY AWARDING A PROFESSIONAL
SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR AIRPORT MANAGEMENT SERVICES TO
HEALDSBURG AVIATION SUBJECT TO FINAL NEGOTIATIONS, AUTHORIZING
THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE THE FINAL AGREEMENT TERMS AND
EXECUTE A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH A TERM LENGTH UP TO 5 YEARS ON BEHALF OF THE CITY, AND AUTHORIZING A NOT-TO-EXCEED AMOUNT UP TO $340,000 WITH HEALDSBURG AVIATION.” (Ayes, 4, Noes 0, Absent – None)
I. JANITORIAL SERVICES CONTRACT AMENDMENT
Adopted Resolution No. 88-2022, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE JANITORIAL
MAINTENANCE CONTRACT WITH ABM OF PETALUMA AND AUTHORIZING THE
CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AMENDMENT, EXTENDING THE CONTRACT TERM TO DECEMBER 31, 2022, AND INCREASING THE NOT TO EXCEED AMOUNT BY $107,073 TO $483,731.” (Ayes, 4, Noes 0, Absent – None) J. HEALDSBURG POLICE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION – MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING
Adopted Resolution No. 89-2022, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 27-2021 AND
APPROVING THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF
HEALDSBURG AND THE HEALDSBURG POLICE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION FOR THE PERIOD ENDING JUNE 30, 2024.” (Ayes, 4, Noes 0, Absent – None) K. VACATE THE PUBLIC TRAIL EASEMENT AS SHOWN ON THE FIRST FINAL
MAP FOR THE SAGGIO HILLS PROJECT AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AMENDED NORTHWEST TRAIL EASEMENTS
AND THE CERTIFICATES OF ACCEPTANCE FOR THE SAGGIO HILLS
PROJECT
This item was removed from the Consent Calendar to be voted on separately.
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L. ANNUAL ASPHALT MAINTENANCE CONTRACT AMENDMENT
Adopted Resolution No. 90-2022, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE ANNUAL
ASPHALT MAINTENANCE CONTRACT WITH ENGELKE CONSTRUCTION,
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AMENDMENT
INCREASING THE ANNUAL NOT-TO-EXCEED AMOUNT BY $15,996 TO $165,996 FOR FY 21-22, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE ANNUAL
EXTENSIONS TO THE ANNUAL ASPHALT MAINTENANCE CONTRACT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $180,000 IN FY 22-23 AND FY 23-24, AND APPROVING
AN INCREASE TO THE MAXIMUM FIVE-YEAR NOT-TO-EXCEED AMOUNT BY $75,996 TO $825,996.” (Ayes, 4, Noes 0, Absent – None)
M. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REMOTE MEETINGS
Adopted Resolution No. 91-2022, 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 – None)
N. FRONTIER RESOURCE MANAGEMENT – PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
AGREEMENT AMENDMENT
Adopted Resolution No. 92-2022, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG APPROVING A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
AGREEMENT AMENDMENT WITH FRONTIER RESOURCE MANAGEMENT,
EXTENDING THE TERM OF THE AGREEMENT TO DECEMBER 31, 2023, INCREASING THE NOT-TO-EXCEED AMOUNT BY $70,000 TO $120,000, AND
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT AMENDMENT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY.” (Ayes, 4, Noes 0, Absent – None)
O. BURBANK HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION – PROFESSIONAL
SERVICES AGREEMENT
Adopted Resolution No. 93-2022, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG APPROVING A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
AGREEMENT WITH BURBANK HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION FOR City Council/RSA Regular Meeting Minutes
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CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR THE DESIGN AND
CONSTRUCTION OF THE L&M VILLAGE IN THE AMOUNT OF $400,000 WITH A 20% CONTINGENCY AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE
SAID AGREEMENT AND ANY AMENDMENTS AND CONTINGENCY NECESSARY TO COMPLETE THE SCOPE OF WORK.” (Ayes, 4, Noes 0, Absent – None) P. VILLA CHANTICLEER OPERATING AGREEMENT
Adopted Resolution No. 94-2022, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER
INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH MILESTONE EVENTS GROUP FOR MANAGEMENT AND OPERATION OF THE VILLA CHANTICLEER.” (Ayes, 4, Noes 0, Absent – None) Q. PARTNERSHIP WITH THE HEALDSBURG UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT (PEG) Adopted Resolution No. 95-2022, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG APPROVING A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
AGREEMENT WITH THE HEALDSBURG UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR THE OPERATION OF PUBLIC ACCESS CHANNEL 26 IN THE AMOUNT OF $61,425 AND
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANGER TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY.” (Ayes, 4, Noes 0, Absent – None)
The motion to approve the Consent Calendar as revised above carried on a unanimous roll call vote. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – None)
VACATE THE PUBLIC TRAIL EASEMENT AS SHOWN ON THE FIRST FINAL MAP
FOR THE SAGGIO HILLS PROJECT AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER
TO EXECUTE THE AMENDED NORTHWEST TRAIL EASEMENTS AND THE
CERTIFICATES OF ACCEPTANCE FOR THE SAGGIO HILLS PROJECT On a motion by Councilmember Mitchell, seconded by Vice Mayor Kelley, adopted Resolution No. 78-2022 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
HEALDSBURG SUMMARILY VACATING THE PUBLIC TRAIL EASEMENT AS SHOWN
ON THE FIRST FINAL MAP FOR THE SAGGIO HILLS PROJECT PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 4 OF PART 3 OF DIVISION 9 OF THE CALIFORNIA STREETS AND
HIGHWAYS CODE, WHICH PUBLIC TRAIL EASEMENT WILL BE SUPERSEDED BY RELOCATION.” The motion carried on a roll call vote with Councilmember Hagele abstaining. (Ayes 3, Noes 0, Absent – None, Abstaining – Hagele)
On a motion by Councilmember Mitchell, seconded by Vice Mayor Kelley, adopted Resolution No. 79-2022 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
HEALDSBURG APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE City Council/RSA Regular Meeting Minutes
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THE AMENDED NORTHWEST TRAIL EASEMENT AND THE CERTIFICATE OF
ACCEPTANCE BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG AND OAKS AND
OLIVES, LLC AS WELL AS THE AMENDED NORTHWEST TRAIL EASEMENT AND
THE CERTIFICATE OF ACCEPTANCE BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF
HEALDSBURG AND SONOMA LUXURY RESORT LLC, FOR THE SAGGIO HILLS PROJECT.” The motion carried on a roll call vote with Councilmember Hagele abstaining. (Ayes 3, Noes 0, Absent – None, Abstaining – Hagele)
PUBLIC HEARINGS – CONSIDER THE ADOPTION OF WATER AND
WASTEWATER RATES
Utilities Director Crowley provided a brief overview of this item, noting Council has discussed this item in March and April and introduced Mark Hildebrand from Hildebrand Consulting who would be giving the presentation this evening.
Mr. Hildebrand provided a high-level overview of the rate setting process, expenses the water utility incurs, capital project needs of the water utility and the financial forecast of the water enterprise over the next 10 years. Mr. Hildebrand further reviewed the proposed water rate schedule for the next five years and the water shortage financial strategy.
Mr. Hildebrand reviewed the wastewater rate increases drivers, wastewater enterprise operating expenses and debt service, spending forecast, proposed rates over the next five years and provided information on regional water and wastewater rates.
In response to Council’s inquiries, Director Crowley provided information on what caused the city’s debt service, how the debt service could be paid down, why the water and wastewater rates need to be updated now and the difference in rates for residential customers and commercial customers. Director Crowley further reviewed the use of consultants to conduct a rate study, how many employees are in the water and wastewater department, how the water surcharge is calculated, and the water capital improvement projects scheduled over the next five years.
Mayor Jimenez opened the public hearing.
Public Comment
Jane Cardwell inquired if Council could grant an extension to file protest ballots on the proposed rate increases, how many protest ballots are needed to stop the increase and expressed her opposition to the proposed rate increases.
Karen Maley expressed her opposition to the proposed water and wastewater rate increases.
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Judith Adams inquired why the City is allowing more development if rate increases are needed and where development fees go.
Suzanne Dow inquired if the Council could extend the time to accept protest ballots and commented on ways she has reduced her water usage.
Thelma Hollingsworth expressed her opposition to the proposed water and wastewater rate increases and inquired why those on fixed incomes would be subject to the rate increases.
Debra Shelton asked Council if more time would be allotted to receive protest ballots and encouraged Council to look at the full budget to find ways to offset the rate increases and expressed her opposition to the new development in the City.
Brigette Mansell inquired if Council could grant an extension on protest ballots and expressed her desire to see non-essential construction stopped.
Amber Figueroa requested an extension on the submittal of protest ballots and encouraged Council to review the full budget to support water and sewer infrastructure.
The Mayor closed the public hearing at 7:24 p.m.
Utilities Director Crowley and City Manager Kay addressed the questions from the public.
City Clerk Allan stated, for the record, 145 protest ballots were received in total on the proposed rate increase.
Council Comments
Vice Mayor Kelley commented on the presentation and the comments heard from the public this evening.
Councilmember Hagele thanked everyone who provided comments and was not in favor of extending the time to receive protest ballots.
Councilmember Mitchell commented on the in-depth process taken to arrive at this meeting and expressed her support for adopting the rate increases.
Mayor Jimenez expressed his support for adopting the rate increases.
On a motion by Councilmember Hagele, seconded by Councilmember Mitchell, adopted Resolution No. 96-2022, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
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PROPOSED WATER AND WASTEWATER SERVICES RATE INCREASE AND
ADOPTING UPDATED WATER AND WASTEWATER SERVICES RATES AND SUPERSEDING THE EXISTING RATES ESTABLISHED BY RESOLUTION NO. 34-2016.” The motion carried on a unanimous roll call vote. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – None) PUBLIC HEARINGS – PASSALACQUA PUMPING SURCHARGE AND
MAINTENANCE FEE
Utilities Director Crowley stated the action this evening was to conduct a public hearing and adopt a resolution for the proposed water surcharge of the Passalacqua pump-station and approving updated water surcharges. Director Crowley provided background information on the pumping station, noting the pumping station only benefits the properties within the resort area and market rate residential areas and a surcharge to operate the pump station was established in 2019.
Director Crowley reviewed the proposed 2022 updated fees for the pumping surcharge and the meter maintenance fee, noting pumping surcharge will be adjusted based upon the amount of water used within the previous fiscal year and both fees will be adjusted annually for inflation.
Mayor Jimenez opened the public hearing.
There were no public comments on this item.
City Clerk Allan stated there were 0 protests ballots received on this item.
On a motion by Vice Mayor Kelley, seconded by Councilmember Hagele, adopted Resolution No. 97-2022, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
HEALDSBURG DETERMINING THAT THERE WAS NO MAJORITY PROTEST OF THE
PROPOSED ESTABLISHMENT OF A PASSALACQUA PUMP-STATION SURCHARGE,
APPROVING THE SURCHARGE, AND SUPERSEDING THE EXISTING SURCHARGE ESTABLISHED BY RESOLUTION NO. 7-2019.” The motion carried on a unanimous roll call vote. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – None)
PUBLIC HEARINGS – ORDERING THE ABATEMENT OF WEEDS
Fire Chief Boaz introduced Lance MacDonald, the Division Chief/Fire Marsal for the City of Healdsburg, who would be giving the presentation this evening.
Division Chief/Fire Marsal MacDonald provided background information on the weed abatement program, noting that in April staff conducted citywide inspections, on May 16th, Council declared a nuisance to exist on certain private properties within the City of Healdsburg, and City Council/RSA Regular Meeting Minutes
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property owners on the weed abatement list were notified of the weed abatement requirements and of the public hearing scheduled to protest the abatement orders.
Division Chief/Fire Marshal MacDonald discussed the timeline and abatement process that is followed if property owners fail to comply with the abatement orders.
Division Chief/Fire Marshal MacDonald provided a brief update on the grants the City received from Coastal Conservancy for fire reduction and defensible space.
Mayor Jimenez opened the public hearing.
There were no public comments on this item.
On a motion by Councilmember Hagele, seconded by Vice Mayor Kelley adopted Resolution No. 98-2022, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG ORDERING THE ABATEMENT OF WEEDS.” The motion carried on a unanimous roll call vote. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – None) PUBLIC HEARINGS – LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT Parks and Recreation Superintendent Licea presented the staff report providing background information on the formation and purpose of the Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District, and the areas covered. For FY 2022-23, the actual annual assessments for Zones 4, 5 and 6 and will be covered by a portion of reserve funds and in Zones 2 and 3, special projects have been identified.
Mayor Jimenez opened the public hearing.
There were no public comments on this item.
On a motion by Councilmember Mitchell, seconded by Vice Mayor Kelley, adopted Resolution No. 99-2022 titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG APPROVING THE ANNUAL ENGINEER’S REPORT, CONFIRMING THE
ASSESSMENT DIAGRAM AND THE ANNUAL ASSESSMENT AMOUNTS, AND
AUTHORIZING THE LEVYING AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 FOR THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT.” The motion carried on a unanimous roll call vote. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – None)
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OLD BUSINESS – AMENDMENT TO THE NORTH VILLAGE DEVELOPMENT
AGREEMENT
Community Development Director Duiven provided information on Enso Village Senior Living Project, including number of very low and moderate income units available. Director Duiven reviewed background information on the project, noting Council deferred action on April 18, 2022, pending additional information on the 10 moderate units that are subject to the local preference policy.
Director Duiven 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 LowIncome and 5 Very Low-Income units to Moderate-Income.
Director Duiven reviewed the outreach conducted by the applicant to local residents for the affordable units and noted additional steps the applicant has offered to take going forward for future openings including modifying the “entrance fee” structure for the Moderate-Income units for qualifying Healdsburg residents; creating a scholarship fund to help offset entrance fees and monthly fees for “local and diverse residents;” and seeding it with $500,000 over 10 years.
In response to Council’s inquiries, Director Duiven provided information on the intent of Council when this project was approved and the ability to meet the RHNA number requirements.
Susan O’Connell, Enso Village, provided information on the outreach done to Healdsburg residents to fill the income restricted units, how many of the units are occupied and the scholarship fund to assist future residents.
Public Comment
Ari Rosen inquired about why Healdsburg residents didn’t qualify for the income restricted units and expressed concern about affordability of projects in this area.
Diana Novella commented on the outreach conducted by Enso to fill the income restricted units at Enso Village.
Council Comments
Vice Mayor Kelley expressed her desire to see the future marketing plan include an education component and was in favor of seeing the outreach requirements memorialized in the regulatory agreement.
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Mayor Jimenez expressed his desire to see the outreach strategies include bilingual marketing and memorializing the outreach requirements in the regulatory agreement.
On a motion by Councilmember Mitchell, seconded by Mayor Jimenez, adopted Ordinance No. 1216, titled “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) and requiring the following marketing efforts be included in the Senior Affordable Housing Regulatory Agreement (1) modifying the “entrance fee” structure for the Moderate-Income units for qualifying Healdsburg residents; (2) creating a scholarship fund to help offset entrance fees and monthly fees for “local and diverse residents” and seeding it with $500,000 over 10 years; (3) including a bilingual component; and (4) conducting outreach to the Senior Center. The motion carried on a unanimous roll call vote. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – None)
OLD BUSINESS – UNIVERSAL BASIC INCOME
Public Information and Community Outreach Coordinator Malinalli Lopez stated the action this evening was to adopt a resolution approving a Professional Services Agreement with Corazón Healdsburg in the amount of $250,000 for the purpose of managing a Universal Basic Income (UBI) Program for 24 months.
Coordinator Lopez provided background information on what universal basic income (UBI) is and the intent of the program. Ms. Lopez reviewed the requirements to participate in the program including residing in the City of Healdsburg, be 18 years or older, have at least one dependent child, have experienced economic and/or medical hardship related to Covid-19 and have income that falls at or below 200% of the federal poverty level. Ms. Lopez noted Corazon Healdsburg would manage the program and be responsible for identifying the 50 families that will be included.
In response to Council’s inquiries Marcy Flores, Corazon Healdsburg, informed Council that there will be no changes to the management of the UBI program with the recent changes in leadership at Corazon and how other Sonoma County cities would factor into the Healdsburg UBI program.
Ari Rosen, Corazon Healdsburg, provided information on the partnership between First 5 and Corazon Healdsburg, noted families would receive $500 a month through the UBI program and informed Council the UBI program would continue even if State funds are not available.
In response to Council’s inquiries, Mr. Rosen provided information on the relationship between Corazon Healdsburg, and the County of Sonoma. Ms. Flores informed Council that an City Council/RSA Regular Meeting Minutes
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applicant’s income needed to be at 185% of the federal poverty level and not 200%. Mr. Rosen provided information on the hold harmless fund included in this program, how the City funds would be spent, what happens at the end of the 24 months, the outreach plan and why the program in aimed towards a specific group.
Public Comment
Nadia stated she was a single mother who works two jobs and expressed her desire to see Council support the proposed UBI program.
Crystal Lopez expressed her support for the UBI program and encouraged Council to move forward with the agreement.
Elsa Cavazos commented on the UBI program and urged Council to moved forward with the proposed agreement.
Diana Novella inquired if there are permanent residency requirements when selecting recipients for the program and expressed her desire to see city funds used to support all residents.
Zeke Guzman expressed his support for the UBI program and urged Council to adopt the proposed resolution.
Council Comments
Vice Mayor Kelley commented on the economic impact of the UBI program and expressed her support to see this program move forward in the City of Healdsburg.
Mayor Jimenez expressed his support to see the UBI program move forward.
On a motion by Councilmember Mitchell, seconded by Vice Mayor Kelley, adopted Resolution No. 100-2022, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
HEALDSBURG APPROVING A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH CORAZON HEALDSBURG IN THE AMOUNT OF $250,000 FOR THE PURPOSE OF MANAGING A UNIVERSAL BASIC INCOME PILOT PROGRAM, with the following changes (1) Each family will receive a minimum of $500 per month up to $600 per month; (2) Families should be at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level; (3) authorizing the City Manager to make insubstantial changes to the agreement to meet program requirements, (4) city funding may not be used on administrative costs of the program and shall be directly utilized for making basic income payments to the 50 participating families; and (5) any changes to the Professional Services Agreement must be approved by the City Council. The motion carried on a roll call vote with Councilmember Hagele dissenting. (Ayes 3, Noes – Hagele, Absent – None) City Council/RSA Regular Meeting Minutes
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OLD BUSINESS – PARK NAMING POLICY
This item was continued to a future Council meeting.
OLD BUSINESS – APPOINTMENT OF PLANNING COMMISSIONERS
City Clerk Allan introduced this item for discussion, stating the action this evening was to appoint three applicants to the Planning Commission for four-year terms, due to expire June 30, 2026.
There were no public comments on this item.
Following a brief discussion by Council, on a motion by Vice Mayor Kelley, seconded by Councilmember Hagele, re-appointed Phil Luks, Conor McKay and Vesna Breznikar to fouryear terms due to expire June 30, 2026. The motion carried on a unanimous roll call vote. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – None)
NEW BUSINESS – CANNABIS BUSINESS TAX BALLOT MEASURE
City Manager Kay stated the recommended action was to place a Cannabis Business Tax on the November 8, 2022, ballot. City Manager Kay provided background information on the proposed ballot measure, reviewed the proposed ballot question, what the Cannabis Business Tax will do and what it won’t do and how much revenue the potential business tax could generate.
Mayor Jimenez and Councilmember Mitchell volunteered to write the argument in favor for the cannabis business tax ballot measure.
On a motion by Councilmember Hagele, seconded by Vice Mayor Kelley, adopted Resolution No. 101 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG (1) ORDERING THE SUBMISSION TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF
THE CITY A MEASURE TO ESTABLISH A TAX ON COMMERCIAL CANNABIS
ACTIVITIES AT THE GENERAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2022; (2) REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF
SONOMA TO CONSOLIDATE THE ELECTION REGARDING THE ORDINANCE WITH THE NOVEMBER 8, 2022 GENERAL ELECTION AND TO PERMIT THE SONOMA COUNTY ELECTIONS DEPARTMENT TO CONDUCT SAID ELECTION; (3) DIRECTING
THE CITY CLERK TO TAKE ALL NECESSARY ACTIONS AND COORDINATE WITH
THE COUNTY OF SONOMA TO ENSURE PLACEMENT OF THE ORDINANCE ON THE NOVEMBER 8, 2022 BALLOT; (4) AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
REIMBURSE THE COUNTY OF SONOMA FOR THE COSTS TO CONDUCT THE ELECTION; (5) AUTHORIZING THE CITY COUNCIL TO AUTHOR THE ARGUMENT IN FAVOR OF THE MEASURE AND ANY REBUTTAL ARGUMENT; AND (6) DIRECTING City Council/RSA Regular Meeting Minutes
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THE CITY ATTORNEY TO PREPARE AN IMPARTIAL ANALYSIS.” The motion carried on a unanimous roll call vote. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – None) NEW BUSINESS – BALLOT MEASURE TO AMEND TRANSIENT OCCUPANCY TAX
ORDINANCE
City Manager Kay stated the action this evening was to adopt a resolution placing a ballot measure on the November 8, 2022, election to amend the permitted uses of transient occupancy tax funds to allow the construction of capital improvements and the payment of principal and interest on debt. City Manager Kay provided background information on the proposed ballot measure, reviewed the proposed ballot question and what the proposed ballot measure will do and what it won’t do.
Vice Mayor Kelley and Councilmember Hagele volunteered to write the argument in favor for the proposed ballot measure.
In response to Council’s inquiry, City Attorney Zutler noted this was a special tax and required 2/3 vote to pass.
The Mayor opened the public hearing.
There were no public comments on this item.
On a motion by Vice Mayor Kelley, seconded by Councilmember Hagele, adopted Resolution No. 102-2022 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG (1) ORDERING THE SUBMISSION TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF
THE CITY A MEASURE AMENDING THE TRANSIENT OCCUPANCY TAX
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY TO PERMIT THE USE OF TRANSIENT OCCUPANCY TAX
REVENUES TO ACQUIRE AND CONSTRUCT CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS FOR PARKS,
COMMUNITY SERVICES FACILITIES AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING, INCLUDING
PAYMENT OF PRINCIPAL, INTEREST, AND COSTS OF INDEBTEDNESS TO BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 8, 2022; (2) REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE
COUNTY OF SONOMA TO CONSOLIDATE THE ELECTION REGARDING THE MEASURE WITH THE NOVEMBER 8, 2022 STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION AND TO
PERMIT THE SONOMA COUNTY ELECTIONS DEPARTMENT TO CONDUCT SAID ELECTION; (3) DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO TAKE ALL NECESSARY ACTIONS
AND COORDINATE WITH THE COUNTY OF SONOMA TO ENSURE PLACEMENT OF THE MEASURE ON THE NOVEMBER 8, 2022 BALLOT; (4) AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO REIMBURSE THE COUNTY OF SONOMA FOR THE COSTS TO CONDUCT THE ELECTION; (5) AUTHORIZING THE CITY COUNCIL TO AUTHOR THE ARGUMENT IN FAVOR OF THE MEASURE AND ANY REBUTTAL ARGUMENT; AND City Council/RSA Regular Meeting Minutes
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(6) DIRECTING THE CITY ATTORNEY TO PREPARE AN IMPARTIAL ANALYSIS.” The motion carried on a unanimous roll call vote. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – None)
COUNCIL REPORTS ON MATTERS OF INTEREST OCCURRING SINCE PREVIOUS
REGULAR MEETING
Councilmember Mitchell reported she attended the Mayors and Councilmembers meeting, the HTID meeting and the L&M Village walkthrough.
Mayor Jimenez reported the Mayors and Councilmembers Association authorized $50,000 to hire a clerk for the association and noted he was an honoree at Sonoma County Pride.
Vice Mayor Kelley reported she attended a Chamber business walk, a ribbon cutting for a new business in Healdsburg, attended Mayors and Councilmembers Association meeting and provided an update on actions taken at SCTA. Vice Mayor Kelley inquired if Council could agendize a future discussion on a no parking ordinance on Exchange Avenue.
There was Council consensus to agendize the discussion.
Councilmember Hagele reported he attended an NCPA conference in Nashville.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
The City Council received the report on the actions taken by the Planning Commission at its May 24, 2022, meeting.
CLOSED SESSIONS
None.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no other City Council/RSA business to discuss, Mayor Jimenez adjourned the City Council meeting at approximately 10:36 P.M.
APPROVED: ATTEST:
__________________________________ ___________________________________ Osvaldo Jimenez, Mayor Raina Allan, City Clerk