CITY OF HEALDSBURG
CITY COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
June 5, 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, Hagele, Herrod, Mitchell and Mayor Kelley Board Members
Absent: Council Members/: None.
Board Members
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
On a motion by Councilmember Mitchell, seconded by Councilmember Edwards, approved the June 5, 2023, City Council and Redevelopment Successor Agency meeting agenda as submitted.
The motion carried on a unanimous voice vote. (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION
The Mayor reported a closed session was held prior to the meeting and no action was taken during or following the closed session, only direction was given to Staff.
ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS – PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING JUNE 2023 AS LESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL, TRANSGENDER, QUEER, INTERSEX,
ASEXUAL AND ALLY PRIDE MONTH
Mayor Kelley, with Council concurrence, issued a Proclamation recognizing June 2023 as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual and Ally Pride Month in the City of Healdsburg.
Sharon Pollock, Gender and Sexuality Advisor at Healdsburg High School (HHS), commented on the Gender and Sexuality club at HHS and current initiatives.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS – PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING JUNE 2023 AS ELDER ABUSE AWARENESS MONTH
Mayor Kelley, with Council concurrence, issued a Proclamation recognizing June 2023 as Elder Abuse Awareness Month in the City of Healdsburg.
Donata Mikulick, Senior Advocacy Services, thanked the Council for issuing the Proclamation this evening and commented on Elder Abuse statistics and resources in the County of Sonoma.
ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS – SIDEWALK SAFETY PROGRAM
Transportation and Public Works Director Zimmer provided information on the City’s sidewalk safety program including horizontal sidewalk cutting, current project scope and area covered over the last five years and reviewed the recommendation of continuing the sidewalk cutting program in the years to come.
CITY MANAGER REPORTS
City Manager Kay provided an update on the Cannabis Dispensary process, the launch of the Active Transportation Plan Committee, a community meeting on the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan update and the launch of the online business license program.
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ITEMS ON THE CONSENT CALENDAR AND NON
AGENDA ITEMS
Adina Flores commented on racism in Healdsburg and commented on the conduct of a Councilmember.
Brian Geagan encouraged the Council to revisit the street closure of Plaza Street.
Shelby Pryor commented on Skylaer Palacios, racism, and his appearance at Council meetings.
CONSENT CALENDAR
On a motion by Vice Mayor Hagele, seconded by Councilmember Herrod, approved the Consent Calendar as follows:
A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
By motion, approved the December 5, 2022 Regular Meeting Minutes, the December 19, 2022 Regular Meeting Minutes, the January 23, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutes and the February 6, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutes.
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B. RECEIVE THE MONTHLY INVESTMENT REPORT FOR APRIL 2023 By motion, received and approved the Monthly Treasurer’s Investment Report for April 2023. (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
C. APPROVAL OF DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR WITHDRAWALS DURING THE MONTH OF APRIL 2023
By motion, approved the Disbursement Report for April 2023. (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
D. AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF RADIAL STACKER CONVEYOR FOR
BIOSOLIDS FOR THE WATER RECLAMATION FACILITY
Adopted Resolution No. 69-2023 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG CONDITIONALLY AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE
OF BIOSOLIDS RADIAL STACKING BELT CONVEYOR EQUIPMENT FOR THE WATER RECLAMATION FACILITY FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $71,400.” (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
E. MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH MDL LLC (DUCHAMP HOTEL)
FOR THE FOLEY FAMILY COMMUNITY PAVILION PROJECT
Adopted Resolution No. 70-2023 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG APPROVING A MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING WITH MDL, LLC FOR THE COORDINATION OF
CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES FOR THE FOLEY FAMILY COMMUNITY PAVILION
PROJECT AND EXPANSION OF THE DUCHAMP HOTEL, THE RELATED
EXCHANGE OF REAL PROPERTY INTERESTS AND THE ESTABLISHMENT OF
MAINTENANCE RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE FOSS CREEK BRIDGE AND
ROADWAY, AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE
DOCUMENTS ON BEHALF OF THE CITY COUNCIL.” (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent – None) F. ANNUAL REVIEW OF GOOD FAITH COMPLIANCE WITH THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENTS – SAGGIO HILLS, MILL
DISTRICT AND NORTH VILLAGE
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Adopted Resolution No. 71-2023 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG FINDING THAT SONOMA LUXURY RESORT LLC
AND OAKS & OLIVES LLC ARE IN GOOD FAITH COMPLIANCE WITH THE TERMS
AND CONDITIONS OF THE DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT FOR THE SAGGIO HILLS PROJECT; REPLAY HEALDSBURG LLC AND EDEN MILL DISTRICT LP ARE
IN GOOD FAITH COMPLIANCE WITH THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT FOR THE MILL DISTRICT PROJECT; AND CCS
HEALDSBURG LLC AND KENDAL AT SONOMA, A ZEN INSPIRED COMMUNITY
ARE IN GOOD FAITH COMPLIANCE WITH THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT FOR THE NORTH VILLAGE PROJECT.” (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
The motion to approve the Consent Calendar as above carried on a unanimous voice vote. (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
PUBLIC HEARINGS – REVISIONS TO THE HEALDSBURG MUNICIPAL CODE, TITLE 17, PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT AND TITLE 20, LAND USE CODE Senior Planner McDowell stated the action this evening was to introduce an ordinance amending Healdsburg Municipal Code Title 17 and Title 20. Ms. McDowell reviewed the purpose of the project, key changes to Title 17, including streamlining approvals, providing clarity to frontage improvements and when they are required, allow acceptance of public improvements prior to acceptance of subdivision/public improvements and approval of final parcel maps to allow administrative approval of final maps.
Senior Planner McDowell further reviewed key changes to Title 20, including, increasing design review approval to 24 months rather than 12 months, allow one 12-month extension approval by the Planning Director, amend a typographical error, include a land use designation for a Library and Museum in the ORM District, allow large family daycare in multifamily residential zone, remove amplified music as a stand-alone use and incorporate into the restaurant, café or coffee shop, added definition for amplified sound and added definition for Libraries and Museums. Ms.
McDowell provided information on the Planning Commission approval of the proposed changes and the CEQA exemption.
In response to Councilmember Edwards question, Public Works Director Zimmer provided information on sidewalk cutting.
Mayor Kelley opened the public hearing.
There were no public comments on this item.
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In response to Council’s inquiries, Director Zimmer provided information on the cost to address public improvements.
On a motion by Councilmember Mitchell, seconded by Councilmember Herrod, introduced for first reading, by title only, waiving further reading of the text, an Ordinance amending Healdsburg Municipal Code Title 17, Property Development and Title 20 Land Use Code, and related CEQA exemption. The motion carried on a unanimous roll call vote. (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
OLD BUSINESS – CONSIDER ADOPTION OF ELECTRIC RATES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 THROUGH 2026-27
Utilities Director Crowley stated the action this evening was to adopt a Resolution rescinding Resolution No. 9-2016 following the October 2023 utility billing and adopting electric rate increases and update rate schedules.
Director Crowley provided background information on the proposed rate increases, including previous Council discussions. Director Crowley reviewed the current rate comparison to PG&E and areas of cost increases.
Amber Gschwend, EES Consulting, provided an overview of the utility planning process, the cost-of-service design steps and process and why a cost of service is completed. Ms. Gschwend further reviewed the proposed rate increases for FY 2023-24-FY2026-27 and the rates for different rate classifications.
Utilities Director Crowley reviewed a comparison of the proposed rates to the rates of PG&E and the impacts of proposed rates.
In response to the Council’s inquiries, Director Crowley provided information on capitalimprovement projects and addressing projects in the next cost of service study and how climate change contributes to utility rates.
Public Comment
Laura Bracken inquired how residents could see what the City is spending to achieve climate goals and commented on the proposed electric rate increases.
Jessica Pilling commented on the proposed rates increases, the time of use rate, cost of inflation and looking at the rates from a longer-term perspective.
On a motion by Vice Mayor Hagele, seconded by Councilmember Mitchell, adopted Resolution No. 72-2023 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF City Council/RSA Regular Meeting Minutes
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HEALDSBURG RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 9-2016 FOLLOWING THE OCTOBER 2023 UTILITY BILLING AND ADOPTING ELECTRIC RATE INCREASES AND UPDATING ELECTRIC RATE SCHEDULES.” The motion carried on a unanimous roll call vote. (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
NEW BUSINESS – POLICY FOR THE HUMANE TREATMENT OF ANIMALS IN
GRAZING OPERATIONS FOR FIRE PREVENTION
Division Chief Macdonald provided information on the Humane Treatment of Animals Policy, background information on the use of animals in vegetation management. Chief Macdonald reviewed highlights of the policy including well-being of the animal, access to water, use of signage and proper training of grazing employees.
Chief Macdonald noted this is the first policy of its type in Sonoma County fire agencies, reviewed the benefits of grazing animals and the grant opportunities available for utilizing grazing animals in vegetation management. Chief Macdonald reviewed areas where grazing animals have been utilized and provided an update on the annual weed abatement program.
In response to Council’s inquiries, Chief Macdonald provided information on the herd health plan and signage for grazing animals.
Public Comment
Grace Lucero inquired who is responsible for overseeing the management of grazing animals and the implementation of the policy.
Councilmembers Edwards, Hagele and Mitchell thanked staff for creating the first of its kind policy in Sonoma County.
On a motion by Councilmember Mitchell, seconded by Councilmember Herrod, adopted Resolution No. 73-2023 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
HEALDSBURG ADOPTING A POLICY FOR THE HUMANE TREATMENT OF ANIMALS IN GRAZING OPERATIONS FOR FIRE PREVENTION.” The motion carried on a unanimous roll call vote. (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
NEW BUSINESS – COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEE TO INTERVIEW PLANNING
COMMISSION APPLICANTS
Mayor Kelley introduced the item for discussion and asked Council who would like to be on the subcommittee.
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Councilmember Edwards inquired if Commissioner Alex Wood could be reappointed for an additional term since he was just appointed four months ago.
There were no public comments on this item.
On a motion by Vice Mayor Hagele, seconded by Councilmember Herrod, reappointed Alex Wood to the Planning Commission for a term of four years due to expire June 30, 2027 and appointed Councilmember Mitchell and Councilmember Edwards to the subcommittee to interview applicants for the vacancy. The motion carried on a unanimous roll call vote. (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
COUNCIL REPORTS ON MATTERS OF INTEREST OCCURRING SINCE PREVIOUS
REGULAR MEETING/EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENT REPORTS
Councilmember Edwards reported he attended the Russian River Watershed Association meeting.
Councilmember Mitchell reported she attended the Reach For Home volunteer dinner, participated in career day at Healdsburg High School and attended the Healthcare Foundation dinner.
Councilmember Herrod reported he participated in the Twilight Parade, Chamber of Commerce outreach walk, watched the recent Planning Commission meeting, commented on the new format of the City Manager’s Update and attended the Spring Concert.
Vice Mayor Hagele reported he attended the women in business event hosted by the Chamber of Commerce, participated in the Twilight Parade, attended the Tuesdays in the Plaza kickoff, the Chamber mixer at Smith Story Wines and informed Council he would be participating in the next Council meeting via Zoom.
Mayor Kelley reported she participated in the Twilight Parade, attended the Spring Fling event at Healdsburg Elementary School, Family Justice Center strategic planning retreat, the Healdsburg Community Band concert on the Plaza and the Healthcare Foundation event. Mayor Kelley announced she would be throwing out the first pitch at the Prune Packers game on Tuesday.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
None.
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ADJOURNMENT
There being no further City Council/Redevelopment Successor Agency business to discuss, the meeting was adjourned at approximately 8:18 p.m.
APPROVED: ATTEST:
_________________________________ __________________________________ Ariel Kelley, Mayor Raina Allan, City Clerk