CITY OF HEALDSBURG
CITY COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
May 1, 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 Council Members present:
Present: Council Members/: Edwards, Herrod, Mitchell and Mayor Kelley Board Members
Absent: Council Members/: Vice Mayor Hagele
Board Members
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
On a motion by Councilmember Mitchell, seconded by Councilmember Edwards, approved the May 1, 2023, City Council and Redevelopment Successor Agency meeting agenda as submitted.
The motion carried on a roll call vote with Vice Mayor Hagele noted as absent. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Vice Mayor Hagele)
REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION
None.
ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS – PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING MAY 7- 13, 2023 AS PUBLIC SERVICE RECOGNITION WEEK
Mayor Kelley, with Council concurrence, issued a Proclamation recognizing May 7-13, 2023 as Public Service Recognition Week is the City of Healdsburg.
ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS – PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING MAY 13, 2023 AS NATIONAL CORNELIA DE LANGE SYNDROME (CDLS) AWARENESS
DAY IN THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG
Mayor Kelley, with Council concurrence, issued a Proclamation recognizing May 13, 2023 as National Cornelia de Lange Syndrome (CdLS) Awareness Day is the City of Healdsburg.
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Emily Peterson introduced Aisley, her daughter, who has CdLS and spoke a little about her, thanked the Council for issuing the Proclamation this evening and invited everyone to wear purple on CdLS Awareness Day.
ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS – PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING MAY 5, 2023 AS NATIONAL DAY OF AWARENESS FOR MISSING AND MURDERED
INDIGENOUS WOMEN
Mayor Kelley, with Council concurrence, issued a Proclamation recognizing May 5, 2023 as National Day of Awareness for missing and murdered Indigenous women in the City of Healdsburg.
Tina Morgan and Anita Vega thanked Council for the proclamation and commented on missing and murdered Indigenous women.
ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS – PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING MAY 2023 AS ASIAN AMERICAN PACIFIC ISLANDER MONTH
Mayor Kelley, with Council concurrence, issued a Proclamation recognizing May 2023 as Asian American Pacific Islander Month in the City of Healdsburg.
Phyllis Tajii and Carolyn Bonita thanked Council for the proclamation and support of the Lunar New Year event in February and announced a movie event happening at Bacchus Landing.
ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS – FIRE DEPARTMENT ANNUAL UPDATE Fire Chief Boaz provided an update on the Fire Department including current staffing levels, reserve firefighter program, incident statistics for 2022, response times, mutual aid and the fire services contracts. Chief Boaz further reviewed the contract area calls for service, fire history map, fire prevention division, plan check review and inspections and community engagement.
Chief Boaz provided information on the HAAS alert system installed on all the Fire Trucks, how tablet command is utilized by staff, the new Fire Substation, the Community Wildfire Protection Plan, vegetation management, and reviewed challenges and opportunities for the Fire Department.
In response to Council’s inquiries, Chief Boaz provided information on what could be making the department busier over time, how the Council could support the Fire Department going forward, staffing the substation, how the Fire Department determines a new engine is needed, conducting a standard of cover study and budgeting for increased calls for service.
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CITY MANAGER REPORTS
City Manager Kay announced the City has released two surveys for the community to take. One is for the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan and the other is for the Climate Mobilization Strategy.
Emergency Response Coordinator Kelsey Carreiro informed Council the evacuation zones for Healdsburg have been updated, noting the 41 previous zones have been consolidated down to 13 zones, updated the color of the map and removed the letters at the end of each zone.
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ITEMS ON THE CONSENT CALENDAR AND NON
AGENDA ITEMS
David Jones commented on business downtown, adoption of the cannabis ordinance, bird bikes, junk removal companies and the advertising ordinance in Healdsburg.
CONSENT CALENDAR
On a motion by Councilmember Mitchell, seconded by Councilmember Herrod, approved the Consent Calendar as follows:
A. RECEIVE THE MONTHLY INVESTMENT REPORT FOR MARCH 2023 By motion, received and approved the Monthly Treasurer’s Investment Report for March 2023. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Vice Mayor Hagele)
B. APPROVAL OF DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR WITHDRAWALS DURING THE MONTH OF MARCH 2023
By motion, approved the Disbursement Report for March 2023. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Vice Mayor Hagele)
C. RECYCLED WATER PUBLIC UTILITY EASEMENT AT APN 110-180-036 Adopted Resolution No. 55-2023 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG ACCEPTING A DEDICATION OF A RECYCLED WATER PUBLIC UTILITY EASEMENT FROM J. & T. BUCHER FAMILY TRUST ACROSS A PORTION OF APN 110-180-036.” (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Vice Mayor Hagele)
D. DISPATCH SERVICES FROM REDWOOD EMPIRE DISPATCH
COMMUNICATIONS AUTHORITY FY 2023-24
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Adopted Resolution No. 56-2023 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO APPROVE
PAYMENT FOR DISPATCH SERVICES TO THE REDWOOD EMPIRE DISPATCH COMMUNICATIONS AUTHORITY FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 AND AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 BUDGET.” (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Vice Mayor Hagele) E. FIRE DEPARTMENT SB 1205 INSPECTION REPORT
Adopted Resolution No. 57-2023 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF HEALDSBURG ACKNOWLEDGING RECEIPT OF A REPORT PREPARED
BY THE HEALDSBURG FIRE DEPARTMENT CONCERNING THE INSPECTION OF
SPECIFIC OCCUPANCIES MANDATED TO UNDERGO ANNUAL INSPECTIONS IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTIONS 13146.2 AND 13146.3 OF THE CALIFORNIA HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE.” (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Vice Mayor Hagele) F. 3 NORTH STREET – FOLEY FAMILY PAVILION – ORDINANCE NO. 1229 Adopted Ordinance No. 1229 titled, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG AMENDING HEALDSBURG MUNICIPAL CODE, TITLE 20, ZONING MAP FOR THE FOLEY FAMILY COMMUNITY PAVILION PROJECT SITE LOCATED AT 3 NORTH STREET (APNS 002-173-002, - 003, AND - 021).” (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Vice Mayor Hagele)
G. FOURTH AMENDMENT TO THE DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF HEALDSBURG AND CCS HEALDSBURG, LLC – ORDINANCE NO. 1230 Adopted Ordinance No. 1230 titled, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF HEALDSBURG APPROVING A FOURTH AMENDMENT TO THE
DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG AND CCS HEALDSBURG, LLC FOR THE NORTH VILLAGE PROJECT.” (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Vice Mayor Hagele)
H. FITCH MOUNTAIN PUBLIC ACCESS IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT – BID
REJECTION
Adopted Resolution No. 58-2023 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG REJECTING ALL BIDS FOR THE FITCH MOUNTAIN
PARK AND OPEN SPACE PRESERVE PUBLIC ACCESS IMPROVEMENTS PHASE A
AND PHASE B AND DIRECT STAFF TO RE-SCOPE AND RE-ADVERTISE THE PROJECT.” (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Vice Mayor Hagele)
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I. FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT
DISTRICT
Adopted Resolution No. 59-2023 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG INTENDING TO LEVY AND COLLECT ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS, PRELIMINARILY APPROVE THE ANNUAL ENGINEER’S REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 FOR THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG LANDSCAPING AND
LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT AND SET THE TIME AND DATE OF THE PUBLIC HEARING.” (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Vice Mayor Hagele) The motion to approve the Consent Calendar as above carried on a voice vote with Vice Mayor Hagele noted as absent. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – Vice Mayor Hagele) PUBLIC HEARINGS – HEALDSBURG 6TH CYCLE 2023-2031 HOUSING ELEMENT UPDATE
Housing Director Sotomayor introduced the item and reviewed the project timeline for the Housing Element update.
Ashleigh Kanat, Economic Planning Systems, provided information on the Housing Element Structure and organization, meeting the Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) numbers, the strategy to address RHNA, feedback received from HCD to date, reviewed updates to the housing programs and what the next steps would be.
Mayor Kelley opened the public hearing.
Public Comment
Deborah Kravitz encouraged Council to adopt the Housing Element to be submitted to HCD.
Council thanked the Housing Element Work Group, staff and the consultants who worked on the Housing Element Update.
On a motion by Councilmember Mitchell, seconded by Councilmember Herrod adopted Resolution No. 60-2023, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
HEALDSBURG ADOPTING A GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT TO UPDATE THE HOUSING ELEMENT OF THE GENERAL PLAN FOR THE PERIOD OF 2023-2031 TO
AFFIRMATIVELY FURTHER FAIR HOUSING, AND COMPLY WITH STATE HOUSING
ELEMENT LAW AND ADOPT A CEQA EXEMPTION PURSUANT TO SECTION 15061(B)(3) OF THE CEQA GUIDELINES.” The motion carried on a roll call vote with Vice Mayor Hagele noted as absent. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – None) City Council/RSA Regular Meeting Minutes
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OLD BUSINESS – UPDATE ON CLIMATE MOBILIZATION STRATEGY
DEVELOPMENT
Assistant City Manager Sturmfels stated the action this evening was to receive a presentation for staff on the development of the Climate Mobilization Strategy (CMS) and provide feedback to staff. Manager Sturmfels provided information on the purpose of the CMS, actions taken to date, target goals in the CMS, deliverables completed to date, community engagement process and what the next steps are in the development of the CMS.
Utility Conservation Analyst Sampson reviewed emission sources in Healdsburg, Green House Gas (GHG) Forecast through 2045 and how to meet the RCPA GHG target goals.
In response to Council’s inquiries, Analyst Smith reviewed how GHG inventory is calculated and if electric vehicles are incorporated in the GHG calculation.
Public Comment
Jim inquired why is there a push to jump to all electric vehicles versus starting with hybrid, how additional electricity could be supplied for a whole neighborhood to have electric vehicles and how many charging stations are in Healdsburg.
Merrilyn Joyce commented on human behavior and relationships to the natural environment and encouraging people to walk and bike.
Mark McMullen concurred with Merrilyn’s comments and encouraged council to rethink public transit and encouraging other modes of transportation.
In response to Council’s inquiries, Manager Sturmfels reviewed how the draft actions may be presented in the CMS plan and informed Council an additional update would be coming to Council in June.
OLD BUSINESS – ADOPT CANNABIS BUSINESS TAX RATES
Assistant City Manager Sturmfels stated the action this evening was to adopt a Resolution setting the previously approved cannabis business tax. Manager Sturmfels provided background information on Measure M and the staff recommendation for tax rates including 4% for retail, 0% for distribution, 2% for manufacturing and 2% for lab testing.
In response to Council’s inquiries, Manager Sturmfels addressed medical tax rates.
There were no public comments on this item.
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Council Comments
Councilmember Edwards expressed his desire to see the medical tax rate at zero.
Councilmember Herrod expressed support to leave the medical tax rate at zero.
Councilmember Mitchell was supportive of exempting medical.
On a motion by Councilmember Mitchell, seconded by Councilmember Edwards, adopted Resolution No. 61-2023 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
HEALDSBURG SETTING THE PREVIOUSLY APPROVED CANNABIS BUSINESS TAX AT THE RATE OF 4% FOR RECREATIONAL RETAIL SALES, EXEMPTING MEDICAL SALES, 2% FOR MANUFACTURING, 2% FOR LAB TESTING, AND NO TAX FOR
DISTRIBUTION, AND THE SAME RATES FOR MICROBUSINESSES AT THE
CANNABIS TAX RATE APPLICABLE FOR EACH COMPONENT OF BUSINESS ACTIVITY.” The motion carried on a roll call vote with Vice Mayor Hagele noted as absent. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Absent – None)
NEW BUSINESS – DISCUSSION AND DIRECTION REGARDING A SAFE GUN
STORAGE ORDINANCE
Mayor Kelley introduced this item for discussion and asked Councilmember Herrod to elaborate on his request for this item.
Councilmember Herrod provided information on why he wanted to have this discussion on implementing a safe gun storage ordinance in Healdsburg.
In response to Council’s inquiries, Chief Jenkins provided information on how safe storage ordinances have been implemented in neighboring jurisdictions, how would the ordinance be implemented if adopted and the duration of time to report a stolen firearm. City Manager Kay provided information on creating a welcome packet and including information on safe gun storage if Council moves forward with providing direction to staff to return with a proposed ordinance.
Public Comment
Jim inquired if there is state law that mandates storage and whether the proposed ordinance is needed and if there are safety classes that could be offered to teach safe gun storage.
Andy Davies expressed her support for Council to move forward with a safe storage ordinance.
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Kelly Dorrance commented on her personal experience with gun violence and encouraged Council to move forward with a safe storage ordinance.
Ann Lori commented on gun violence, educating the community and encouraged Council to move forward with a safe storage ordinance.
Heather Wilson expressed her support to see Council move forward with a safe storage ordinance.
Gretchen commented on gun ownership and encouraged Council to move forward with the safe storage ordinance.
Rosie Hagerman commented on the discussion and encouraged Council to move forward with the safe storage ordinance.
Jessica Pilling echoed the prior speakers’ sentiments and encouraged Council to move forward with the safe storage ordinance.
Council Comments
Mayor Kelley expressed her support to move forward with a safe storage ordinance in Healdsburg.
Councilmember Herrod inquired if education should be included in the ordinance.
Following a brief discussion by Council, there was Council consensus to move forward with directing staff to return with a safe fun storage ordinance for Council consideration at a future council meeting.
COUNCIL REPORTS ON MATTERS OF INTEREST OCCURRING SINCE PREVIOUS
REGULAR MEETING/EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENT REPORTS
Councilmember Edwards reported he attended the Housing Element Work Group meeting, the Mayors and Councilmembers Dinner and met with the Senior Advisory Commission Chair and Vice Mayor with Councilmember Mitchell.
Councilmember Mitchell had nothing to report.
Councilmember Herrod had nothing to report.
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Mayor Kelley reported she attended the Encuentro, the Sonoma County Hospitality Industry meeting, Rotary teacher appreciation event, the Mayors and Councilmembers Dinner, met with a representative from PG&E and announced two upcoming community events.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
None.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further City Council/Redevelopment Successor Agency business to discuss, the meeting was adjourned at approximately 9:20 p.m.
APPROVED: ATTEST:
_________________________________ __________________________________ Ariel Kelley, Mayor Raina Allan, City Clerk