CITY OF HEALDSBURG
CITY COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
November 20, 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 November 20, 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
None.
ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS - BADGE PINNING OF RESERVE
FIREFIGHTERS
Fire Chief Boaz introduced Reserve Firefighters Sam Douglas Thomas, Colby Culbertson, David Vasquez, and Aidan Boettger and elaborated on their background and experience. Family members for each firefighter pinned their badges.
ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS - RECOGNITION OF CITY EMPLOYEES
WITH MILESTONE ANNIVERSARIES
Chief Boaz introduced Reserve Firefight Chief Paul Fleckenstein and recognized him for 35 years of service.
Mayor Kelley thanked Chief Fleckenstein for his hard work and dedication to the community of Healdsburg.
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CITY MANAGER REPORTS
City Manager Kay announced he attended the Senior Thanksgiving Gala at the Senior Center and commented there was a large attendance and great event. Mr. Kay provided information about the Hotel Healdsburg Residences project that will be heard at an upcoming Planning Commission meeting. Additionally, Mr. Kay added that the Merry Healdsburg and Senior Appreciation dinner are happening the first weekend in December.
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ITEMS ON THE CONSENT CALENDAR AND NON
AGENDA ITEMS
None.
CONSENT CALENDAR
On a motion by Councilmember Herrod, seconded by Councilmember Edwards, approved the Consent Calendar as follows:
A. ALLIANCE MEDICAL CENTER LEASE AGREEMENT FOR THE HEALDSBURG
COMMUNITY CENTER
Adopted Resolution No. 143-2023 titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE
AGREEMENT WITH ALLIANCE MEDICAL CENTER FOR THE HEALDSBURG
COMMUNITY CENTER AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AMENDMENT.” (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
The motion to approve the Consent Calendar carried on a voice vote. (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
None.
OLD BUSINESS - FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 FIRST QUARTER FINANCIAL UPDATE Finance Director Edgar provided background information on the economic environment and presented the 2023-24 quarter one budget update noting that to date the General Fund has received 14% of the projected revenue, which is down 1% from last year at this time. General Fund expenditures are at 20% of budget.
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Director Edgar reported that the Community Services Fund has received 25% of the projected revenue, the Community Services Fund expenditure is 22% of the budget and the reserve policy is being met.
Director Edgar reported that the Water and Wastewater funds are trending in alignment with the adjustments made in the last quarter, noting the Wastewater Fund is projected to use 9% of the reserve policy to cover operating expenses. Director Edgar further reported that the Electric Fund balance is trending in alignment with the adjustments made in the last quarter, noting only 1% use of reserve funds is being projected at this time.
In response to Council’s inquiries Director Edgar addressed concerns regarding TOT revenue, sales tax revenue, funding for capital projects and the Enso in-lieu of Taxes Agreement.
There were no public comments on this item.
Following brief comments by Council, on a motion by Councilmember Mitchell, seconded by Councilmember Herrod, adopted Resolution No. 144-2023, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2023- 24 BUDGET.” The motion carried on a unanimous voice vote. (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent –None)
NEW BUSINESS - PROPOSED CONTRACT AND LEASE WITH CORAZON
HEALDSBURG
Assistant City Manager Sturmfels stated the action this evening was to adopt a Resolution approving an agreement and Lease with Corazon Healdsburg for FY 2023-24. Manager Sturmfels provided background information on the partnership the City has with Corazon Healdsburg and reviewed the contract scope for FY 2023-24 that would include community engagement on city programs and services and enhancing community access and participation.
Assistant City Manager Sturmfels further reviewed the proposed lease agreement with Corazon Healdsburg for three rooms at the Community Center.
Marcy Flores, Interim Executive Director at Corazon Healdsburg provided an overview on the activities Corazon Healdsburg does including community engagement, providing a family resource center and academic development programs.
Council Comments
Councilmember Edwards thanked Corazon Healdsburg for all the work they do in the community and encouraged them to become more involved with the Senior Community.
Mayor Kelley echoed the sentiments of Councilmember Edwards.
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Councilmember Herrod echoed the sentiments of Councilmember Edwards, acknowledged all the accomplishments the City has achieved in partnership with Corazon and inquired about what Corazon’s biggest challenges are in the next year.
Councilmember Mitchell thanked Corazon Healdsburg for their work and acknowledged how valuable their partnership was to the DEI process.
There were no public comments on this item.
On a motion by Vice Mayor Hagele, seconded by Councilmember Herrod, adopted Resolution No. 145-2023, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
HEALDSBURG APPROVING A PROESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH CORAZÓN HEALDSBURG FOR THE PROVISION OF OUTREACH AND SUPPORT
SERVICES TO THE LATINO/A/E COMMUNITY AND APPROVING A LEASE
AGREEMENT EXTENSION FOR SPACE AT THE HEALDSBURG COMMUNITY CENTER
AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT AND THE LEASE AGREEMENT EXTENSION.” The motion carried on a unanimous voice vote. (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent –None)
NEW BUSINESS - FLOCK SAFETY CONTRACT RENEWAL
Chief of Police Jenkins introduced Lieutenant Rodriguez who would be presenting with him and provided background information about the current contract the City has with Flock Safety.
Lieutenant Rodriguez provided background information about the Automated License Plate Reader Program (ALPR), reviewed what ALPR technology is and what it isn’t, the current location of each camera and the privacy requirements of the information collected. Lieutenant Rodriguez further shared success stories of the technology and noted the contract renewal is being proposed as a five-year agreement.
Chief of Police Jenkins provided information on the available option to include pan-tilt zoom cameras to enhance community safety, noting the funding for this option would not be included until the next fiscal year.
In response to Council inquiries Police Chief Jenkins provided information about including signs by each camera, how effective the cameras are for deterring crime, how alerts are received through the system and privacy concerns.
Council discussion ensued on staff returning at a later Council meeting with additional information on what the Police Department recommends regarding the addition of new cameras.
There were no public comments on this item.
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Mayor Kelley commented on how this program has been a helpful tool to local law enforcement, thanked staff for continuing to have these types of conversations and expressed an appreciation on the balance between aiding in public safety and maintaining civil liberties.
On a motion by Vice Mayor Hagele, seconded by Councilmember Mitchell, adopted Resolution No. 146-2023, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
HEALDSBURG AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT
WITH FLOCK SAFETY FOR AUTOMATED LICENSE PLATE READER CAMERAS FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $166,500 OVER A FIVE-YEAR TERM.” The motion carried on a unanimous voice vote. (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent –None)
NEW BUSINESS - CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS AND WORK SESSION DATES FOR 2024
City Clerk Allan reviewed the proposed 2024 City Council Meeting Calendar, noting that staff is proposing to cancel the January 1, 2024 City Council meeting and provided three options for a City Council goal setting session.
In response to Council inquiries, City Manager Kay discussed potential date and time options for Council Goal Setting sessions and provided information about facilitators assisting with goal setting.
Following a discussion by Council, there was Council consensus to hold the City Council Goal Setting Session on Monday, March 25, 2024 and accepted the other meeting dates on the calendar as proposed.
There were no public comments on this item.
COUNCIL REPORTS ON MATTERS OF INTEREST OCCURRING SINCE PREVIOUS
REGULAR MEETING/EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENT REPORTS
Councilmember Mitchell reported that she attended the Zero Waste Sonoma Board Meeting, announced the approval to purchase a property in Windsor where a hazardous waste facility will be built, attended the Healdsburg Museum event hosted at Craftwork and Design Dialogues at Craftwork. Councilmember Mitchell further reported that the Parks and Recreation Commission approved a special event policy to be heard at City Council meeting.
Councilmember Edwards reported that he attended the Sonoma County Legislative meeting with Senator McGuire, attended the Veteran’s Breakfast, Candlelight Vigil in the Plaza and an African American curator event at library.
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Vice Mayor Hagele reported he attended the most recent Design Dialogues and recommended a similar presentation be brought to Council in relation to different types of density, attended the Candlelight Vigil in the Plaza and the Veteran’s Breakfast at the Villa.
Councilmember Herrod reported he attended the Healdsburg Museum event at Craftwork, expressed excitement for the Merry Healdsburg and the Senior Appreciation Dinner and Congratulated Mayor Kelley on running for State office.
Mayor Kelley thanked the Council and staff for all of their support in preparing for events like the Candlelight Vigil, Veteran’s Breakfast and lighting the bridge and expressed excitement for Merry Healdsburg.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
None.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further City Council/Redevelopment Successor Agency business to discuss, the meeting was adjourned at approximately 7:45 p.m.
APPROVED: ATTEST:
_________________________________ __________________________________ Ariel Kelley, Mayor Raina Allan, City Clerk