CITY OF HEALDSBURG
CITY COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
January 23, 2023
City Hall Council Chamber
401 Grove Street, Healdsburg
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CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
Mayor/Chairperson Kelley 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/: Edwards, Hagele, Herrod and Mayor Kelley Board Members
Absent: Councilmembers/: Mitchell
Board Members
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
On a motion by Vice Mayor Hagele, seconded by Councilmember Herrod, approved the January 23, 2023 City Council and Redevelopment Successor Agency meeting agenda as submitted. The motion carried on a unanimous roll call vote with Councilmember Mitchell noted as absent. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Mitchell)
REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION(S)
None.
ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS – ALEXANDER VALLEY WATER DISTRICT
FORMATION
Mike Martini, Executive Director of SAVE, informed Council they would be receiving a presentation on the efforts to create an Alexander Valley Water District and introduced Walter Kieser who would be giving the presentation. Mr. Kieser provided information on the threats to the Alexander Valley Water Supply, the purpose and strategy of the proposed Water District, the proposed boundary and area of the District, the common interest and the cooperation with Healdsburg the proposed district would bring. Mr. Kieser further reviewed the proposed formation process to create the District.
In response to Council’s inquiries, Mr. Kieser spoke about funding, what kind of support is being sought from the City Council, the future of increasing water drilling, achieving water conservation and the cost to implement a program. Mr. Martini provided information on the water conservation groups they have been working with and ground water wells.
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CITY MANAGER REPORTS
City Manager Kay provided an update on the recent storms, the power outage on Reed Court, Lake Mendocino water levels, the development of the Climate Mobilization Strategy and the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion work. City Manager Kay further announced the ribbon cutting of the L&M Village on January 26, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. and informed the Council that the audited financial statements have arrived.
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ITEMS ON THE CONSENT CALENDAR AND NONAGENDA ITEMS Louis Jordan commented on the special event revisions to ban smoking in city parks and encouraged enforcement of the ordinance after it is adopted.
David Jones commented on beautification and enforcement in town.
Stephanie Turk expressed her desire to walk and bike more around town and encouraged Council to create more bike lanes and sidewalks and increase connectivity.
Nara Dahlbacka commented on Consent Calendar Item I and inquired if Council could reopen the application process for additional consultants to apply for Cannabis management services.
Tyra Benoit commented on pedestrian and bicycle safety in Healdsburg and encouraged Council to create protected bike paths on Grove Street.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Kelley recused from Item 6J as she lives within the project area and has a perceived conflict of interest.
Item 6I was removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion.
On a motion by Councilmember Herrod, seconded by Councilmember Edwards, approved the Consent Calendar as follows:
A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
By motion, approved the August 15, 2022 Regular Meeting Minutes and the September 6, 2022 Special Meeting Minutes as submitted. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Mitchell) City Council/RSA Regular Meeting Minutes
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B. MONTHLY INVESTMENT REPORT
By motion, received and approved the Monthly Investment Report for November 2022 (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Mitchell)
C. DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR WITHDRAWALS DURING THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER 2022
By motion, approved the Disbursement Report for November 2022 (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Mitchell)
D. BLOODROOT WINES SPECIAL EVENT REQUESTS FOR BLOODROOT RAMBLE ON JUNE 10, 2023
By motion, waived Healdsburg Municipal Code Section 12.28.2209(B) that prohibits the consumption of alcohol in City parks unless authorized by the City Council under Section
12.28.220(B) on Saturday, June 10, 2023 from Noon to 7:00 p.m.; and granted an exception to Healdsburg Special Events Policy Section 2 that prohibits use of a downtown event venue for more than 24 hours, effective 8:00 a.m., Friday, June 9, 2023 to Noon, Sunday, June 11, 2023; and waived Section 3b of the Healdsburg Special Events Policy that prohibits restricting access to West Plaza Park from Friday, June 9 at 8:00 a.m. until Sunday, June 11 at Noon. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Mitchell)
E. PUBLIC UTILITY EASEMENT LOCATED UPON 440 LINCOLN STREET (APN 002-073-025)
Adopted Resolution No. 1-2023, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG ACCEPTING A PUBLIC UTILITY EASEMENT FROM JESSICA AND CHRISTOPHER PILLING, OVER 440 LINCOLN STREET, APN 002-073- 025.” (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Mitchell)
F. SIDE LETTER AGREEMENT WITH HPOA
Adopted Resolution No. 2-2023, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO SIGN A SIDE LETTER BETWEEN CITY OF HEALDSBURG AND THE HEALDSBURG POLICE OFFICERS’ ASSOCIATION AMENDING LANGUAGE
WITHING THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING REFERENCING HOURS OF WORK.” (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Mitchell)
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G. ADDITION OF DISCRETIONARY USER FEES RELATED TO THE ELECTRIC
AND WATER SERVICE
Adopted Resolution No. 3-2023, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 147-2019 (MASTER
FEE SCHEDULE) TO ADD CERTAIN DISCRETIONARY USER FEES RELATED TO CITY ELECTRIC AND WATER SERVICE.” (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Mitchell) H. AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENT FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2022 By motion, approved the Fiscal Year 2021-22 audited Financial Statements based on an audit performed in accordance with Government Auditing Standards.” (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Mitchell)
I. CANNABIS MANAGEMENT SERVICES CONTRACT WITH HDL COMPANIES This item was removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion.
J. GROVE STREET NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN IMPLEMENTATION (COMPLETE STREETS) OBAG 3 APPLICATION
This item was removed from the Consent Calendar to be voted on separately.
K. APPOINTMENT TO THE SONOMA COUNTY CONTINUUM OF CARE BOARD By motion, appointed Margaret Sluyk to the Sonoma County Continuum of Care Board as the North Sonoma County representative and Stephen Sotomayor as the alternate member to North County seat on the CoC Board. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Mitchell) L. AUTHORIZING FINANCIAL INSTITUTION CHECK SIGNERS AND THE
INVESTMENT OF MONIES IN THE LOCAL AGENCY INVESTMENT FUND Adopted Resolution No. 4-2023, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG DESIGNATING AUTHORIZED FINANCIAL INSTITUTION CHECK SIGNERS AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 57-2020.” (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Mitchell)
Adopted Resolution No. 5-2023, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG AUTHORIZING INVESTMENT OF MONIES IN THE LOCAL AGENCY INVESTMENT FUND, AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 86- 2020.” (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Mitchell)
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M. APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF A REPLACEMENT ROTATING ASSEMBLY FOR
THE CENTRIFUGE AT THE WATER RECLAMATION FACILITY
Adopted Resolution No. 6-2023, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG DETERMINING THAT REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT
OF THE WATER RECLAMATION FACILITY CENTRIFUGE IS EXEMPT FROM
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) REVIEW PURSUANT TO CEQA GUIDELINES SECTION 15301, AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER
TO APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF A REPLACEMENT ROTATING ASSEMBLY FOR THE CENTRIFUGE.” (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Mitchell)
N. AGREEMENT WITH T&R COMMUNICATIONS FOR POLICE DEPARTMENT
NETWORK RE-CABLING
Adopted Resolution No. 7-2023, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE
A PURCHASE AGREEMENT WITH T&R COMMUNICATIONS INC IN THE AMOUNT OF $110,396.” (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Mitchell)
O. RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF AN APPLICATION FOR FY 2023-2024
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT CARES ACT FOR THE L&M
VILLAGE
Adopted Resolution No. 9-2023, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT CARES ACT FOR THE L&M VILLAGE, AND
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT AND ANY OTHER DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO COMPLETE THE TRANSACTION.” (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Mitchell)
P. AMENDMENT OF CONTRACT WITH DRM BUILDERS FOR REHABILITATION
OF THE L&M VILLAGE TO INCREASE THE CONTRACT CONTINGENCY BY
5.5% IN THE AMOUNT OF $73,470
Adopted Resolution No. 8-2023, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG INCREASING CONTRACT CONTINGENCY FOR THE REHABILITATION OF THE L&M VILLAGE; AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2022- 23 BUDGET INCREASING APPROPRIATIONS TO THE L&M VILLAGE CAPITAL
FUND FROM THE L&M VILLAGE OPERATIONAL FUND, AND AUTHORIZING THE
CITY MANAGER TO TAKE THE NECESSARY ACTIONS TO EFFECTUATE THIS ACTION.” (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Mitchell)
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Q. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH INTERWEST FOR PLAN
REVIEW AND INSPECTION SERVICES
Adopted Resolution No. 10-2023, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG APPROVING A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
AGREEMENT WITH INTERWEST, TO PROVIDE PLAN REVIEW AND INSPECTION
SERVICES FOR THE CITY, AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
EXECUTE THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY WITH A NOT TO EXCEED AMOUNT OF $250,000.” (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Mitchell)
R. REDUCTION OF POSTED SPEED LIMIT ON CHIQUITA ROAD BETWEEN GROVE STREET AND US101
Introduced for first reading, by title only, waiving further reading of the text, “AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 10.50.050 OF THE HEALDSBURG MUNICIPAL
CODE, PRIMA FACIE SPEED LIMITS ESTABLISHED BY ENGINEERING AND TRAFFIC SURVEY (REGARDING SPEED LIMITS IN THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG).” (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Mitchell)
S. SPECIAL EVENT AND PUBLIC RECREATION AREA REVISIONS
Introduced for first reading, by title only, waiving further reading of the text, “AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG AMENDING HEALDSBURG MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 8.24 PUBLIC PLACES AND DWELLINGS, MULTI-UNIT SMOKING.” (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Mitchell) T. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REMOTE MEETINGS
Adopted Resolution No. 11-2023, 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 – Mitchell)
The motion to approve the Consent Calendar as above carried on a unanimous roll call vote with Councilmember Mitchell noted as absent. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Mitchell) City Council/RSA Regular Meeting Minutes
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GROVE STREET NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN IMPLEMENTATION (COMPLETE STREETS) OBAG 3 APPLICATION
On a motion by Vice Mayor Hagele, seconded by Councilmember Herrod, adopted Resolution No. 12-2023, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
HEALDSBURG AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF AN APPLICATION FOR FUNDING
ASSIGNED TO THE METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION AND
COMMITTING ANY NECESSARY MATCHING FUNDS AND STATING ASSURANCE TO COMPLETE THE PROJECT.” The motion carried on a roll call vote with Mayor Kelley abstaining and Councilmember Mitchell noted as absent. (Ayes 3, Noes 0, Abstaining – Kelley, Absent – Mitchell)
CANNABIS MANAGEMENT SERVICES CONTRACT WITH HDL COMPANIES Councilmember Edwards commented on this item, encouraged staff to be involved throughout the process and noted he did not have a conflict of interest on this item.
Assistant City Manager Sturmfels outlined the process for Cannabis, the various decisions Council will need to make along the way and the need to have a consultant on board to assist with the process.
On a motion by Councilmember Edwards, seconded by Vice Mayor Hagele, adopted Resolution No. 13-2023, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
HEALDSBURG APPROVING A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH HDL
CONSULTANTS, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT, AND AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 BUDGET.” The motion carried on a roll call vote with Councilmember Mitchell noted as absent. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Mitchell)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
None.
OLD BUSINESS – APPOINTMENT OF PLANNING COMMISSIONER
Mayor Kelley introduced the item for discussion.
Councilmember Edwards reported that he and Councilmember Hagele had selected Alex Wood as their applicant for the Planning Commission.
Councilmember Herrod reported that he and Councilmember Mitchell had selected Stephen Barber as their applicant for the Planning Commission.
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There were no public comments on this item.
Council discussion ensued on which applicant to appoint to the vacant position and the qualifications of all the applicants.
On a motion by Councilmember Herrod, seconded by Councilmember Edwards, appointed Stephen Barber to the Planning Commission for a term of one year and six months to expire June 30, 2024. The motion carried on a roll call vote with Councilmember Mitchell noted as absent. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Mitchell)
NEW BUSINESS – COMMUNITY WILDFIRE PROTECTION PLAN
Fire Chief Boaz introduced Fire Marshal/Division Chief MacDonald who would be giving the presentation this evening. Division Chief MacDonald stated the action this evening was to adopt the Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP).
Division Chief MacDonald provided information on what a CWPP is, the goal of the CWPP, how the CWPP was funded, the timeline to develop the CWPP, key takeaways from the survey and reviewed historical fire maps. Division Chief MacDonald further reviewed next steps for fire prevention efforts and fuel reduction projects.
In response to Council’s inquiries, Division Chief MacDonald provided information on grants, how the funds can be used and educating the public on being prepared to evacuate.
There were no public comments on this item.
On a motion by Councilmember Edwards, seconded by Councilmember Herrod, adopted Resolution No. 14-2023, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG ADOPTING THE 2022 COMMUNITY WILDFIRE PROTECTION PLAN AS AN ANNEX TO THE 2018 LOCAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN.” The motion carried on a roll call vote, with Councilmember Mitchell noted as absent. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Mitchell)
NEW BUSINESS – FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 MID-YEAR CITY COUNCIL GOAL UPDATE
City Manager Kay provided a brief introduction of the mid-year update, summarized the FY2020-25 Strategic Initiatives that were adopted as part of the Strategic Plan – Foundation For a Strong Community 2020-25 which were the framework for the FY 2022-23 City Council goals.
City Manager Kay summarized the mid-year update in each of the Council goals, as follows:
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Policies and Programs to Promote Economic Diversity and Sustainable Growth Goal: Complete the Housing Element
• The adopted FY 22-23 budget included $100,000 in the Measure S fund and $100,000 in the Measure T fund for development and implementation of the Housing Action Plan. 6th Cycle Housing Element Update
• Draft Housing Element completed and sent to HCD on November 15, 2022 with comments expected within 90 days of submittal. HCD comments will determine next steps and adoption timeline.
Housing Element Implementation
• Ongoing efforts in partnership with the Housing Element Work Group to include:
1. Downtown Housing Development Capacity Study
2. Identify Strategies to achieve Middle Income Housing and Homeownership Opportunities
3. Assessment of Impacts of the Growth Management Ordinance
4. Recommendations on policies and programs to assess second homes, vacant homes, and underutilized properties.
Goal: Begin Discussions about the South Entry Plan
• The adopted FY22-24 budget allocates $250,000 for long-range planning. This is not sufficient for either the South Entry Plan or a possible General Plan Update, but it does put the City on a pathway to getting those projects funded in time. Staff has also held preliminary meetings with property owners in the South Area to assess their willingness to participate in the plan.
In response to Council’s inquiries, City Manager Kay acknowledged the in-depth discussion Council had on second homes in Healdsburg.
Strategic Initiative 02: Environmental Stewardship
Goal: Adopt a Climate Mobilization Strategy
• Council approved a Professional Services Agreement with Rincon Consultants on November 21, 2022 to complete a Climate Mobilization Strategy. • Public kickoff completed on 12/12/22.
• GHG Forecast and Policy Analysis is currently underway. • Next Public Meeting scheduled for March 1st.
• Scheduled completion of CMS in August 2023.
Strategic Initiative 03: Affordable Housing
Goal: Focus on Affordable Housing
• 111 Sawmill: Eden Housing – 41 Units Under Construction. • L&M Village: City of Healdsburg/Reach for Home – 22 units for chronically homeless. • Scattered Sites Project: Acquisition and conversion to affordable units – 39 units, renovations underway.
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• 155 Dry Creek: Burbank Housing – 58 Units Approved.
• 450 Parkland Farms: Freebird Development – 118 Units Approved. • 3 Healdsburg Avenue: KHE Holdings – 3 Affordable Units, 12 Middle-Income, and 15 Market Rate Units Approved.
• North Village: Comstock/Burbank Housing – Revised plans for 53 Affordable Units and 24 Middle-Income Units Under Review.
Strategic Initiative 04: Infrastructure and Facilities
Goal: Continue to put resources into infrastructure improvements • The adopted biennial budget allocated over $1.9 million in ARPA funding to streets infrastructure projects. The City also secured $7 million in grant funding to support the expansion of the Recycled Water System infrastructure. Staff continue to monitor available resources and apply for additional grant funding.
Goal: Complete the Three North Street Project
• The project team has submitted the design review, CEQA, and plan check documents for review.
• The project is anticipated to be bid in Spring 2023 for construction starting in Summer 2023.
• Planning entitlements under review include Design Review, Conditional Use Permit, Variance, General Plan Amendment and Land Use Code Amendment – tentative hearing dates for the Planning Commission March 14, 2023 and City Council April 17, 2023.
Goal: Create a long-term funding plan for parks projects • The adopted FY22-24 Budget incorporates a plan to fund in excess of $30 million of park improvements at Badger Park and a new park at the north end of town. On the November 8th election the voters approved Measure L. Staff will be bringing forward an update on the financing plan at the February 21st meeting
Goal: Identify Healdsburg Avenue Improvement plan funding • The City is currently awarded a $600,000 federal grant and has applied for an additional $11.8 million of ATP funds. The MTC board will vote on approving a staff recommendation for the additional funding on January 25 Goal: Improve water security for the community (purple pipes and other means) • Staff have received a grant from the Department of Water Resources and are currently working to complete the design and construction documents. The pipeline is planned to enter the construction phase in Q2 of 2024, completing in Q4 of 2025. Staff is working with FEMA to finalize the grant award for the ASR wells. FEMA review may take 1.5 to 2 years.
In response to Council’s inquiries, Director Zimmer provided information on how the determination is made on what streets get paved. City Manager Kay reviewed the funding for the recycled water pipeline.
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Strategic Initiative 05: Effective Governance
Goal: Provide for Spanish translation of Council agendas and meetings • In August of 2022, the City Council released the first translated agenda and began offering interpretation services for every Council meeting.
Goal: Complete outreach and develop diversity, equity and inclusion recommendations • Contract approved with Acosta Educational Partnership in March 2022 • Contract Scope for Phase One completed and presented to Council on December 5th, 2022.
• Contract scope for Phase 2 kicking off this month, including 5 community events and additional staff engagement.
• Staff anticipate bringing draft DEI plan to Council in Summer 2023.
Goal: Focus on hiring, retention, and succession planning • New Recruitment and Incentive Policy Adopted.
• Expanded recruitment practices to include more diverse professional organizations. • Current city vacancy rate is ~5%, down from 10% last year, despite several retirements. • Sponsored 3 police cadets who successfully completed the academy in Fall 2022, 1 more being sponsored for Spring 2023.
• Completed 43 recruitments in FY 21-22, including 12 internal promotions (28%). • Completed/In Process 24 recruitments so far in FY 22-23, including 9 internal promotions (38%).
In response to Council’s inquiries, City Manager Kay reviewed outreach on interpretation and translation services.
Strategic Initiative 06: Public Health and Safety
Goal: Adopt a humane treatment of animal’s clause in our contracts for services involving use of animals (e.g., goats)
• Staff has consulted with North Bay Animal Services and grazing contractors to better understand the policy options. Based on that work, staff is currently refining a draft policy. The policy is expected to be presented to the City Council in February or March and subsequently approved as an Administrative Policy of the City.
Strategic Initiative 07: Community Services
Goal: Align income limits for Community Services Department’s activity assistance program to be same as utility assistance (CARE program) to expand access to recreational and senior activities.
• As part of the FY22-24 budget process, staff developed and proposed a new financial assistance program. The new program was based on our COVID Childcare and Distance Learning Care program that offers more generous financial assistance than the CARE City Council/RSA Regular Meeting Minutes
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program. City Council adopted the financial assistance program as part of the budget approval.
• Staff began working with families using the new financial assistance program for Fall 2022 programs, specifically soccer and winter break programs. • In November 2022, staff finalized the implementation of the financial assistance program for the remainder of all in-house and contracted youth programs offered through Community Services.
In response to Council’s inquiries, Community Services Director Themig provided information on the implementation of activity assistance program.
There were no public comments on this item.
Assistant City Manager Sturmfels provided a brief update on the Guaranteed Basic Income Program.
NEW BUSINESS – APPOINT COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEE TO INTERVIEW PARKS
AND RECREATION COMMISSION APPLICANTS
Mayor Kelley introduced this item for discussion and opened it for public comment.
There were no public comments on this item.
Council discussion ensued on extending the deadline to allow for two late applications and expanding the definition and role of the Parks and Recreation Commission.
There was Council consensus to agendize a future discussion on the role of the Parks and Recreation Commission.
Following Council discussion and deliberation, Vice Mayor Hagele and Councilmember Herrod were appointed to interview the nine applicants for the Parks and Recreation Commission.
COUNCIL REPORTS ON MATTERS OF INTEREST OCCURRING SINCE PREVIOUS
REGULAR MEETING
Councilmember Edwards reported he attended the New Mayors and Councilmembers training in Sacramento.
Councilmember Herrod reported he attended the New Mayors and Councilmembers training in Sacramento, the swearing in of the new District Attorney Carla Rodriguez and the Russian River Watershed Association meeting.
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Vice Mayor Hagele reported he attended the NCPA Strategic Issues Conference in Sacramento.
Mayor Kelley reported she attended the New Mayors and Councilmembers training in Sacramento, the NCPA Strategic Issues Conference, the lunch at the Senior Center Bistro and inquired about no smoking signage for the Plaza.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
None.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no other City Council/RSA business to discuss, Mayor Kelley adjourned the City Council meeting at approximately 8:32 P.M.
APPROVED: ATTEST:
__________________________________ ___________________________________ Ariel Kelley, Mayor Raina Allan, City Clerk