CITY OF HEALDSBURG
CITY COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
August 1, 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 Council Members present:
Present: Council Members/: Hagele, Kelley, Mitchell and Mayor Jimenez Board Members
Absent: Council Members/: None
Board Members
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
On a motion by Councilmember Hagele, seconded by Vice Mayor Kelley, approved the August 1, 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
None.
ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS
None.
CITY MANAGER REPORTS
City Manager Kay provided information on the translation and interpretation services provided during Council meetings. Mr. Kay noted the agendas are now translated to Spanish and Spanish interpretation is now available during Council meetings. City Manager Kay further provided information on the new recycling center located in the City Hall parking lot on the north side and the current water conservation levels.
In response to Council’s inquiries, City Clerk Allan commented on the availability of the agenda links.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ITEMS ON THE CONSENT CALENDAR AND NON
AGENDA ITEMS
Louis Jordan commented on the Council vacancy and inquired if Council would consider a smoking ban on the Plaza during the Tuesday night Concert series.
California Department of Insurance provided information on two programs the Department of insurance provides to residents of Healdsburg, including insurance programs.
Brigette Mansell commented on smoking in city parks and allowing more time for public comment for people to get on zoom.
Mark McMullen commented on the budget for the L&M Village and including Art at the L&M.
Kiret Patel commented on the L&M Village and expressed concern of the safety image of the L&M Village and a desire to speak with the project manager.
CONSENT CALENDAR
On a motion by Councilmember Hagele, seconded by Councilmember Mitchell, approved the Consent Calendar as follows:
A. RECEIVE THE MONTHLY INVESTMENT REPORT FOR MAY 2022
By motion, received and approved the Monthly Treasurer’s Investment Report for May 2022. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent - None)
B. APPROVAL OF DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR WITHDRAWALS DURING THE MONTH OF MAY 2022
By motion, approved the Disbursement Report for May 2022. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent - None)
C. RECEIVE THE MONTHLY INVESTMENT REPORT FOR JUNE 2022
By motion, received and approved the Monthly Treasurer’s Investment Report for June 2022. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent - None)
D. APPROVAL OF DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR WITHDRAWALS DURING THE MONTH OF JUNE 2022
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By motion, approved the Disbursement Report for June 2022. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent - None)
E. BRING YOUR OWN DEVICE POLICY UPDATE
Adopted Resolution No. 103-2022 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 105-2014 AND
APPROVING AN UPDATED BRING YOUR OWN DEVICE POLICY FOR CITY COUNCIL.” (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent - None)
F. MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF
HEALDSBURG AND THE INTERNATIONAL BROTHERHOOD OF ELECTRICAL
WORKERS
Adopted Resolution No. 104-2022 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 49-2021 AND
APPROVING THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF
HEALDSBURG AND THE INTERNATIONAL BROTHERHOOD OF ELECTRICAL WORKERS FOR THE PERIOD ENDING JUNE 30, 2025.” (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent - None)
G. LEASE AMENDMENT FOR TAYMAN GOLF COURSE
Adopted Resolution No. 105-2022 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE TAYMAN
PARK LEASE AGREEMENT FOR IMMEDIATE AND LONG-TERM CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENTS AND EXTENDING THE LEASE AN ADDITIONAL EIGHT YEARS TO 2052 AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AMENDMENT ON THE CITY’S BEHALF.” (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent - None) H. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH SOS COMMUNITY
COUNSELING FOR JUVENILE DIVERSION SERVICES
Adopted Resolution No. 106-2022 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 INCREASING THE NOT-TO-EXCEED AMOUNT BY $33,542 TO $83,541 AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 84-2022.” (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent - None).
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I. PROPOSED REORGANIZATION AND AUTHORIZED POSITIONS TO CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE, FINANCE, HOUSING AND POLICE DEPARTMENTS Adopted Resolution No. 107-2022 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 76-2022 AND REESTABLISHING THE LIST OF AUTHORIZED POSITIONS.” (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent - None)
Adopted Resolution No. 108-2022 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2022-2023 AND FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 BUDGET.” (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent - None) J. AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT WITH DEVELOPMENT GROUP, INC. FOR
NETWORK MANAGEMENT AND SUPPORT SERVICES
Adopted Resolution No. 109-2022 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG APPROVING A PURCHASE AGREEMENT WITH DEVELOPMENT GROUP, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,266.78 PER MONTH FOR 36 MONTHS FOR A TOTAL AMOUNT OF $81,604 FOR NETWORK MANAGEMENT
AND SUPPORT SERVICES AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE PURCHASE AGREEMENT.” (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent - None) K. RENEWAL OF THE HEALDSBURG TOURISM IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT Adopted Resolution No. 110-2022 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO RENEW THE
HEALDSBURG TOURISM IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT AND FIXING THE TIME AND
PLACE OF A PUBLIC MEETING AND A PUBLIC HEARING THEREON AND GIVING NOTICE THEREOF.” (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent - None)
L. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REMOTE MEETINGS
Adopted Resolution No. 111-2022 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)
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M. REHABILITATION OF THE L&M MOTEL BID AWARD
Adopted Resolution No. 112-2022 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG AWARDING THE CONTRACT FOR THE
REHABILITATION OF THE L&M VILLAGE TO DMR BUILDERS IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $1,348,776, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE
THE CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT AND RELATED CHANGE ORDERS,
APPROVING A 10% CONTRACT CONTINGENCY IN THE AMOUNT OF $134,878, AND INCREASING APPROPRIATIONS IN THE FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 BUDGET.” (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent - None)
The motion to approve the Consent Calendar as noted above carried on a unanimous roll call vote. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – None)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
None.
OLD BUSINESS – UPDATE ON CITY DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION
EFFORTS WITH ACOSTA LATINO LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
Assistant City Manager Sturmfels introduced this item for discussion and stated the action was to provide feedback to Acosta Latino Learning Partnership (ALLP).
Dr. Curtis Acosta, ALLP, introduced Dr. Deyanira Nevarez Martinez and Dr. Orlando Carreron who are assisting with the project. Dr. Acosta provided information on the project cycle and the revised project timeline. Dr. Nevarez Martinez provided information on Phase One of the project including Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) inside City Hall and outside City Hall, the survey that will be conducted and the Community Encuentros with community members. Dr.
Martinez informed Council there will be a report at the end of phase one. Dr. Acosta provided information on the phase two Encuentros that would include youth of Healdsburg. Dr. Martinez reviewed phase three which would include the construction of the DEI plan for the City of Healdsburg.
In response to Council’s inquiries, Dr. Acosta reviewed how data can be reviewed during the process.
Vice Mayor Kelley expressed her desire to see Acosta assist the City with defining what equity looks like in the community.
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Public Comment
Ron Edwards commented on the cannabis equity opportunity and urged the Council to reach out to those at the state level for assistance.
Council Comments
Councilmember Hagele expressed his thanks for the work Acosta is doing in the community and inquired how we could make boards and commissions more inclusive.
Councilmember Mitchell thanked Acosta and expressed her excitement to see this work move forward.
Vice Mayor Kelley expressed support for reaching out to the local tribal communities and including the indigenous community in the conversation as well as the Healdsburg Museum.
Mayor Jimenez expressed his support for the work Acosta is doing in Healdsburg.
OLD BUSINESS – POST-EVENT REPORT FROM SD MEDIA PRODUCTIONS’ 2022
HEALDSBURG WINE AND FOOD EXPERIENCE GRAND TASTING
Recreation Supervisor Matt Milde provided background information on the Wine and Food Event held in May of 2022 and introduced Steve Devaris and Karissa Kruze who would be giving the presentation this evening. Mr. Devaris provided information on the attendees at the event, the discount offered to Healdsburg residents, the charities funded through this event, the volunteers included, local partners and participants and the amount of press the event received.
Mr. Devaris further reviewed the hotels they partnered with and event financials.
In response to Council’s inquiries, Mr. Devaris provided information on why he prefers to hold the event in May, not having a dedicated smoking location, transportation options, the relationship with the Farmers’ Market, what an extra day of setup will look like if the event happens again and holding the event at a different location.
Public Comment
Louis Jordan commented on the Healdsburg Wine and Food event and expressed his support to see it happen again next year.
Chris Herrod inquired if this event fills a need in the community, the scale of the event and including different income levels of the community.
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Ron Edwards commented on creating balance in the community.
Duskie Estes asked Council to support this event into the future for the money the event gave to the non-profit community.
Dustin Valette expressed his support for the Wine and Food Event and the awareness this event brings to the local non-profits.
Brigette Mansell commented on the Healdsburg Wine and Good Event, the impacts on housing and schools and inquired what the need is for this event.
Maria commented on the Healdsburg Wine and Food Event, the sustainability event and expressed her desire to not see this event happen again.
Council Comments
Mayor Jimenez expressed his desire to see the event organizers consider moving the event to a different time of year, including the Farmers’ Market in discussions for future events, addressing parking concerns and including other local non-profits in the future.
Vice Mayor Kelley expressed her desire to see the event shift to a different time of year and partnering with the Farmers’ Market going forward.
Councilmember Hagele commented on the communication about the event, expressed his desire to see the event moved to a different time of year and was supportive of this event moving forward into the future.
OLD BUSINESS – DISCUSS PARK NAMING POLICY
Community Services Director Themig provided background information on the park naming policy, the existing park naming policy that was adopted in 2002 to create a uniform way to name existing and future parks and/or recreation facilities. Director Themig reviewed the implementation process of the current policy and elements included.
Director Themig further reviewed the recommended action for the evening including what considerations Council would like to have addressed in proposed revisions to the City’s Park naming policy; and what process Council would like staff to implement to develop proposed policy updates.
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Council discussion ensued on the current park naming policy, who Badger Park is named after, how donations are defined and including the Parks and Recreation Commission and Acosta Latino Learning Partnership as part of the outreach process.
City Manager Kay stated, staff will return to Council with what the public process will be and the roles of the Parks and Recreation Commission.
Public Comment
Chris Herrod, Parks and Recreation Commissioner commented on the policy and offered to assist Council with developing the public outreach process.
NEW BUSINESS – OVERNIGHT PARKING ON EXCHANGE AVENUE
INTRODUCTION DISCUSSION
City Manager Kay introduced this item for discussion and asked Council what they would like to see from Staff and when they would like this item to return for further discussion.
Vice Mayor Kelley reviewed why she wanted to discuss this item and wanted to see a no overnight parking zone implemented on Exchange Avenue until the affordable housing complex in Mill District development opens.
In response to Council’s inquiries, City Manager Kay reviewed how enforcement would work in the no parking zone and if citations work as enforcement measures.
Council discussion ensued on a parking permit option, citations, towing vehicles, noticing residences who live around the area and opening of the affordable housing complex.
Public Comment
Dan commented on the proposed parking permit option.
Ron Edwards encouraged Council to create a broader policy and not just including one area of Healdsburg.
Following a brief discussion, there was Council consensus to move forward with bringing a resolution back to Council at a later meeting for consideration for a temporary ban on overnight parking on Exchange Avenue.
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NEW BUSINESS – APPOINTMENTS TO VARIOUS BOARDS AND COMMISSION FOR 2022
City Clerk Allan introduced this item for discussion, noting the action was to fill the four vacancies to the various boards and commissions vacated by former Councilmember Palacios.
Councilmember Hagele expressed interest in being the alternate on the SCTA, Mayor Jimenez expressed interest in being the liaison to the Library Committee, Councilmember Mitchell expressed interest in being the alternate to the Health Action Committee and the Parks and Recreation Commission.
There were no public comments on this item.
On a motion by Vice Mayor Kelley, seconded by Councilmember Hagele, appointed Councilmember Hagele as the alternate on SCTA, Mayor Jimenez as the liaison to the Library Committee, Councilmember Mitchell as the alternate to the Health Action Committee and the liaison on the Parks and Recreation Commission. 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/EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENT REPORTS
Councilmember Hagele inquired if Council could agendize a discussion on smoking, reported he attended a tour of the Lodi Energy Center and attended an NCPA Commission meeting in Murphys.
There was Council consensus to agendize a future discussion on smoking.
Councilmember Mitchell had nothing to report.
Vice Mayor Kelley reported she toured the Lodi Energy Center and was planning on attending the annual Cal Cities Conference in Long Beach, attended Wine Country to the Rescue event and informed Council SCTA has approved to move the Grove Street and Grant Street projects forward to be considered for grant funding. Vice Mayor Kelley further informed Council of a new rebate offered through the Air District.
Mayor Jimenez reported he signed on with the United States Conference of Mayors a letter of support to pass the Respect for Marriage Act.
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WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
The City Council received the report on the actions taken by the Planning Commission at its June 28, 2022, meeting.
CLOSED SESSIONS
None.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further City Council/Redevelopment Successor Agency business to discuss, the meeting was adjourned at approximately 9:44 p.m.
APPROVED: ATTEST:
_________________________________ __________________________________ Osvaldo Jimenez, Mayor Raina Allan, City Clerk