Agenda packet, regular meeting — Healdsburg City Council, February 20, 2024 (part 1 of 2)

CITY OF HEALDSBURG

CITY COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
City Hall Council Chamber Meeting Date: February 20, 2024 401 Grove Street Time: 6:00 PM
Healdsburg, CA 95448 Date Posted: February 14, 2024
(707) 431-3317
To join by computer, tablet, or mobile device:

Go to https://zoom.us/join and type in the Webinar ID: 815 8894 3494 or follow this link:
healdsburg.gov/zoom (Pre-registration for the meeting is not required.) Vice Mayor Evelyn Mitchell will be participating in the meeting remotely from the Parrish Collection Maui
500 Office Road, Lahaina, Hawaii 96761
The agenda shall be posted at this location.
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1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
A. Pledge of Allegiance
B. Approval of Agenda

2. REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION(S)

3. ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS

4. CITY MANAGER REPORTS

5. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ITEMS ON THE CONSENT CALENDAR AND NON

AGENDA ITEMS
This time is set aside to receive comments from the public regarding matters of general interest not on the agenda, but related to City Council/RSA business. Pursuant to the Brown Act, however, the City Council cannot consider any issues or take action on any requests during this comment period. Public comment on non-agenda items is limited to thirty (30) minutes total for all speakers, with each speaker given no more than three (3) minutes. If there are more than ten (10) audience/public comment speakers, the Mayor may reduce each speaker’s time from three (3) minutes so that all speakers have an equal time to speak. At the Mayor’s discretion, the public comment period may be extended past 30 minutes. Members from the public wishing to speak on a Consent Agenda item should notify the Mayor during Public Comments.

6. CONSENT CALENDAR
The following items listed on the Consent Calendar are considered routine in nature or have been previously reviewed by the Council and require little or no further discussion by the Council, public, or applicant and action will be taken by the City Council by a single motion. A City Council/RSA Regular Meeting Agenda
February 20, 2024

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Councilmember may request that an item be removed from the Consent Calendar and action taken separately. Consent by a majority of the Councilmembers present will be required in order to remove the item. In the event an item is removed, the matter will be considered immediately following the adoption of the Consent Calendar.

A. Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District
Adopt a Resolution appointing Coastland Civil Engineering as Engineer of Work to direct the preparation of the annual Engineer’s Report and to describe the potential changes to the City of Healdsburg’s Fiscal Year 2024-25 Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District in accordance with the provisions of the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972.

B. Lease Amendment with Alliance Medical Center
Adopt a Resolution approving and authorizing the City Manager to execute a Health Care Clinic Building Lease Amendment for 1381 University St.

7. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Formation of an Underground Utility District along Grove Street from Dry Creek Road to Grant Street
Adopt a Resolution Establishing an Underground Utility District along Grove Street from Grant Street North to Dry Creek Road.

B. Formation of an Underground Utility District along Healdsburg Ave from the City's Northern Most Boundary to Sunnyvale Drive
Adopt a Resolution establishing an Underground Utility District (UUD) along Healdsburg Avenue from Boxheart Drive south to Sunnyvale Drive.

C. Tentative Map (TM 2022-06) for the North Village Parcel 2 Townhome Project Adopt a Resolution approving Tentative Map TM 2022-06 for the North Village Parcel 2 Townhome Project.

8. OLD BUSINESS
A. Discussion of SMART Station Location Options
Receive presentation and provide direction.

B. 2023-24 Mid-Year Budget Review
Adopt a Resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2023-24 budget.

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C. General Fund Surplus and Pension Liability Funding Policy Review Adopt a Resolution rescinding Resolution No. 26-2022 and approving the updated Pension Liability Funding Policy.

9. NEW BUSINESS
A. Local Hazard Mitigation Plan
Adopt a Resolution approving the City of Healdsburg 2023 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan.

B. Grant Funding Agreement Between the City of Healdsburg and Burbank Housing Development Corporation for the Scattered Site Project, Monte Vina Apartments Adopt a Resolution approving an Affordable Housing Grant Agreement with Burbank Housing Development Corporation for the Healdsburg Scattered Sites Affordable Housing Project, Monte Vina Apartments, in the amount of $319,142; and authorizing the City Manager to execute the Agreement as approved as to form by the City Attorney.

10. COUNCIL REPORTS ON MATTERS OF INTEREST OCCURRING SINCE

PREVIOUS REGULAR MEETING/EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENT REPORTS

11. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS

12. ADJOURN CITY COUNCIL / RSA MEETING

13. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
A. Future Agenda Items for 2024
SB 343 - DOCUMENTS RELATED TO OPEN SESSION AGENDAS: Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the City Council/Redevelopment Successor Agency Board regarding any item on this agenda after the posting of this agenda and not otherwise exempt from disclosure, will be made available for public review in the City Clerk's Office located at City Hall, 401 Grove Street, Healdsburg, during normal business hours. If supplemental materials are made available to the members of the City Council/Redevelopment Successor Agency Board at the meeting, a copy will be available for public review at the City Hall Council Chambers, 401 Grove Street, Healdsburg, CA 95448.

These writings will be made available in appropriate alternative formats upon request by a person with a disability, as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

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DISABLED ACCOMMODATIONS: The City of Healdsburg will make reasonable accommodations for persons having special needs due to disabilities. Please contact Raina Allan, City Clerk, at Healdsburg City Hall, 401 Grove Street, Healdsburg, California, 431-3317, at least 72 hours prior to the meeting, to ensure the necessary accommodations are made.

CIUDAD DE HEALDSBURG

CONSEJO MUNICIPAL/AGENCIA DE DESARROLLO SUCESORA
ORDEN DEL DÍA DE LA REUNIÓN ORDINARIA
Cámaras del Consejo Municipal Fecha de reunión: 20 de febrero de 2024 401 Grove Street Hora: 6:00 PM
Healdsburg, CA 95448 Fecha de publicación: 14 de febrero de 2024 (707) 431-3317
Para participar por computadora, tableta o dispositivo móvil:

Vaya a https://zoom.us/join y teclee el número de identificación (ID) del seminario web: 815 8894 3494 o siga este enlace: healdsburg.gov/zoom (No es necesario inscribirse previamente a la reunión).

La vice alcalde Evelyn Mitchell participará en la reunión a distancia desde la Parrish Collection Maui
500 Office Road, Lahaina, Hawai 96761
El orden del día se publicará en este lugar.
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1. LLAMADA AL ORDEN/PASAR LISTA
A. Juramento a la bandera
B. Aprobación del orden del día

2. INFORME SOBRE LA SESIÓN/LAS SESIONES A PUERTA CERRADA

3. ANUNCIOS/PRESENTACIONES

4. INFORMES DEL GERENTE DE LA CIUDAD

5. COMENTARIOS PÚBLICOS SOBRE LOS PUNTOS EN EL CALENDARIO ACORDADO Y LOS PUNTOS NO INCLUIDOS EN EL ORDEN DEL DÍA
Este tiempo se reserva para recibir comentarios del público sobre asuntos de interés general no incluidos en el orden del día, pero relacionados con los asuntos del Consejo Municipal/RSA. Sin embargo, conforme la Ley Brown, el Consejo Municipal no puede considerar temas o tomar medidas sobre cualquier solicitud hecha durante este período de comentario. Los comentarios del público sobre los puntos no incluidos en el orden del día están limitados a treinta (30) minutos en total para todos los oradores, concediéndose a cada orador un máximo de tres (3) minutos. Si hay más de diez (10) comentarios públicos, el alcalde puede reducir el tiempo de tres (3) minutos de cada orador para que así todos los oradores tengan el mismo tiempo para hablar. A discreción del alcalde, el periodo de comentarios del público podrá prolongarse más de 30 minutos. Los miembros del público que deseen hablar sobre un asunto en el orden del día acordado deben notificárselo al alcalde durante los comentarios públicos.

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6. CALENDARIO ACORDADO
Los siguientes puntos enumerados en el orden del día acordado se consideran rutinarios o han sido revisados previamente por el Consejo y requieren poca o ninguna discusión por parte del Consejo, el público o solicitante y el Consejo Municipal tomará medidas en una sola moción. Un miembro del consejo puede solicitar que se excluya un punto del calendario acordado y se pueden tomar medidas por separado. Para excluir un punto, se requiere el consentimiento de una mayoría de los miembros del consejo presentes. En caso de que se excluya un punto, el asunto se considerará de inmediato después de la adopción del orden del día acordado.

A. Distrito de Evaluación de Paisajismo y Alumbrado
Adoptar una Resolución por la que se nombra a Coastland Civil Engineering como ingeniero de obras para dirigir la preparación del Informe Anual del Ingeniero y describir los posibles cambios en el Distrito de Evaluación de Paisajismo y Alumbrado de la Ciudad de Healdsburg para el Año Fiscal 2024-25, de conformidad con las disposiciones de la Ley de Paisajismo y Alumbrado de 1972.

B. Propuesta de modificación del contrato de arrendamiento con Alliance Medical Adoptar una Resolución por la que se apruebe y autorice al gerente de la ciudad ejecutar una Modificación del contrato de arrendamiento del edificio de la clínica en 1381 University St.

7. AUDIENCIAS PÚBLICAS
A. Considerar la formación de un distrito subterráneo de servicios públicos a lo largo de Grove Street desde Dry Creek Road a Grant Street
Adoptar una Resolución por la que se establece un distrito subterráneo de servicios públicos a lo largo de Grove Street desde Grant Street north a Dry Creek Road.

B. Considerar la formación de un distrito subterráneo de servicios públicos a lo largo de Healdsburg Ave desde la frontera del límite norte de la Ciudad hasta Sunnyvale Drive
Adoptar una Resolución por la que se establece un distrito subterráneo de servicios públicos (UUD) a lo largo de Healdsburg Ave desde Boxheart Drive south a Sunnyvale Drive.

C. Mapa tentativo (TM 2022-06) para el proyecto de viviendas adosadas North Village Parcel 2
Adoptar una Resolución por la que se apruebe el Mapa Tentativo (TM 2022-06) para el proyecto de viviendas adosadas North Village Parcel 2.

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8. ASUNTOS PENDIENTES
A. Debate sobre las opciones de ubicación de la estación SMART Recibir la presentación y proporcionar instrucciones.

B. Revisión intermedia del presupuesto para el año fiscal 2023-24 Adoptar una Resolución por la que se enmienda el presupuesto para el año fiscal 2023-

24. C. Superávit del Fondo General y revisión de la política de financiación del pasivo por pensiones
Adoptar una Resolución por la que se anula la Resolución N.º 26-2022 y se aprueba la Política actualizada de financiación del pasivo por pensiones.

9. ASUNTOS NUEVOS
A. Plan de mitigación de peligros locales
Adoptar una Resolución por la que se apruebe el Plan de mitigación de peligros locales del 2023 de la ciudad de Healdsburg.

B. Convenio de subvención entre la ciudad de Healdsburg y Burbank Housing Development Corporation para el Proyecto Scattered Sites, apartamentos Monte Vina
Adoptar una Resolución por la que se apruebe un convenio de subvención de vivienda asequible con Burbank Housing Development Corporation para el Proyecto de viviendas asequibles Scattered Sites, apartamentos Monte Vina por un importe de $319,142; y autorizar al gerente de la Ciudad a ejecutar el Acuerdo aprobado en cuanto a su forma por el abogado de la Ciudad.

10. INFORMES DEL CONSEJO SOBRE ASUNTOS DE INTERÉS QUE HAN OCURRIDO DESDE LA REUNIÓN ORDINARIA ANTERIOR/INFORMES DE

REEMBOLSO DE GASTOS

11. COMUNICACIONES ESCRITAS

12. LEVANTAR LA REUNIÓN DEL CONSEJO MUNICIPAL/RSA

13. PUNTOS FUTUROS PARA EL ORDEN DEL DÍA
A. Futuros puntos del orden del día para 2024
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SB 343 - DOCUMENTOS RELACIONADOS CON EL ÓRDEN DEL DÍA DE LAS SESIONES ABIERTAS: Cualquier escrito o documento provisto a una mayoría de la Junta del Consejo Municipal/Agencia de Desarrollo Sucesora con respecto a cualquier punto en este orden del día después de la publicación de la misma y que no esté exento de divulgación, se pondrá a disposición del público en la Oficina de la Secretaría Municipal ubicada en City Hall, 401 Grove Street, Healdsburg, durante horas hábiles. Si el material complementario se pone a disposición de los miembros de la Junta del Consejo Municipal/Agencia de Desarrollo Sucesora, una copia estará disponible para la revisión pública en las Cámaras del Consejo Municipal, 401 Grove Street, Healdsburg, CA 95448.

Estos escritos se pondrán a disposición en formatos alternativos apropiados a petición de una persona con discapacidad, tal y como exige la Ley de Estadounidenses con Discapacidades.

ADAPTACIONES POR DISCAPACIDAD: La ciudad de Healdsburg realizará adaptaciones razonables para las personas con necesidades especiales debidas a discapacidades. Por favor, contacte a Raina Allan, secretaria municipal, en Healdsburg City Hall, 401 Grove Street, Healdsburg, California, 431-3317, por lo menos 72 horas antes de la reunión para garantizar que se realicen las adaptaciones necesarias.

CITY OF HEALDSBURG

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 20, 2024
SUBJECT: Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District
PREPARED BY: Jaime Licea, Parks & Open Space Superintendent STRATEGIC INITIATIVE(S):

Maintain and Improve Infrastructure and Facilities
RECOMMENDED ACTION(S):

Adopt a Resolution appointing Coastland Civil Engineering as Engineer of Work to direct the preparation of the annual Engineer’s Report and to describe the potential changes to the City of Healdsburg’s Fiscal Year 2024-25 Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District in accordance with the provisions of the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/OUTREACH:

Beginning in 2020, staff met with residents from the Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District to identify concerns and opportunities as part of a working group. The working group meets twice per year and helps identify the work to be completed in the Zones each year.

BACKGROUND:

The City of Healdsburg utilizes a Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District, formed during 1996 in accordance with the provisions of the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, to fund the operation and maintenance of landscaping within specific public rights-of-way along city streets and the maintenance of riparian and park areas in the city. The assessment district consists of seven separate zones (areas) within the city. The funding sources for the assessment district are the parcels within the seven zone boundaries. These parcels are assessed through an annual process that begins with tonight’s City Council action and ends at a public hearing. This is the first of three City Council meetings regarding the assessment district.

DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS:

In order to levy annual assessments in any fiscal year, the City Council is required by the California Streets and Highways Code to adopt a resolution appointing the Engineer of Work, directing the preparation of the annual Engineer’s Report, and describing the potential changes to the assessment district for the upcoming fiscal year. The City Council has appointed the firm Coastland Civil Engineering as the Engineer of Work in prior years. The firm has shown it has

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the experience and expertise necessary to perform the work required. Staff recommends its appointment as the Engineer of Work. The effect of adopting tonight’s resolution is to appoint Coastland Civil Engineering as the Engineer of Work and to instruct the Engineer of Work to analyze the assessments that would occur during FY 2024-25 if the City Council subsequently approved the engineer’s report at a future meeting. The City Council can make changes to the Engineer’s Report up to and including the public hearing.

The procedure for the FY 2024-25 levy of annual assessments for the City’s assessment district is as follows:
• Tonight, the City Council considers the adoption of the attached resolution appointing the Engineer of Work and directing the preparation of the Engineer’s Report. • At the second Council meeting, the City Council considers the adoption of a resolution preliminarily approving the annual Engineer’s Report and a notice of intention to levy and collect assessments for FY 2024-25 (this resolution also sets the time and date of an informal public information meeting, if required, and the public hearing). City Council can preliminarily approve the Engineer’s Report as submitted or modify it and preliminarily approve it as modified.
• If required, mailed notices and ballots are sent to all property owners specifically affected by proposed changes in the Assessment District. Staff then holds an informal public information meeting to discuss proposed changes. This is not a City Council meeting. • At the third Council meeting, the City Council holds a public hearing, and upon conclusion, may adopt a resolution confirming the assessments either as preliminarily approved at the second council meeting, or as modified by the City Council at the conclusion of the public hearing. The adoption of the resolution shall constitute authorization to levy assessments for FY 2024-25.

This procedure, as described, is required by the Landscaping & Lighting Act of 1972 of the California Streets and Highways Code.

ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP:

The City has transitioned to drought tolerant, low-water use landscaping throughout the District.

Future work will continue to focus on drought tolerant approaches.

ALTERNATIVES:

By virtue of the Streets and Highways Code (Code), the City is mandated to adhere to the recommendation in the Code to file an annual Engineer’s Report. By not filing the report, the City would not be in conformance with the rules and regulations of the Code and assessments could be subject to challenge. Accordingly, staff does not recommend options with respect to filing the annual Engineer’s Report.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The Landscaping and Lighting Special Assessment District collects funds to support the operation and maintenance of certain areas within the city. The properties within the district pay

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the cost of the special benefits received. The City’s Community Services Fund covers the cost of the general benefit to the City at large.

ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS:

The appointment of an Engineer of Work and direction to prepare and file the annual Engineer’s Report, including any changes, pursuant to Section 22620, are not subject to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) because the appointment and direction do not constitute a “project”, since they will not have a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect impact on the environment.

ATTACHMENT(S):

Resolution

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CITY OF HEALDSBURG
RESOLUTION NO. ____-2024

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

HEALDSBURG APPOINTING COASTLAND CIVIL

ENGINEERING AS THE ENGINEER OF WORK FOR THE
CITY OF HEALDSBURG’S LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING

ASSESSMENT DISTRICT AND DIRECTING THE
PREPARATION OF THE ENGINEER’S REPORT FOR FISCAL
YEAR 2024-25 (PURSUANT TO THE LANDSCAPING AND
LIGHTING ACT OF 1972)
WHEREAS, the City Council ordered the formation of an assessment district on November 6, 1996, to levy and collect assessments pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972: and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 22620 of the Streets and Highways Code, the City Council must annually appoint the Engineer of Work and direct the preparation of the annual Engineer’s Report in order to levy and collect assessments for any following fiscal year; and WHEREAS, there may be potential changes in the FY 2024-25 assessment district as a result of parcels which have been subdivided or annexed into the assessment district since last year’s levying of assessments; and
WHEREAS, Coastland Civil Engineering has prepared the annual Engineer’s Report for the City’s Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District in prior years; and WHEREAS, Coastland Civil Engineering has shown the expertise and experience in the proceedings of the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972; and WHEREAS, activities associated with the Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to the following authorities: Section 15301(h) of Article 19 in Chapter 3 of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations for maintenance of existing landscaping, native growth and related facilities.

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Healdsburg hereby appoints Coastland Civil Engineering as the Engineer of Work for the City of Healdsburg's Fiscal Year 2024-25 Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District and hereby directs the preparation and filing of the annual Engineer’s Report, including any changes, pursuant to Section 22620 of the California Streets and Highway Code.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that activities associated with the Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District are categorically exempt from CEQA in accordance with the CEQA guidelines as cited in this resolution.

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Attachment: Resolution (4340 : Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District) Resolution No. ____-2024

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PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Healdsburg this 20th day of February 2024, by the following vote:

AYES: Councilmembers: ( )
NOES: Councilmembers: ( )
ABSENT: Councilmembers: ()
ABSTAINING: Councilmembers: ( )
SO ORDERED: ATTEST:
__________________________________ ____________________________________ David Hagele, Mayor Raina Allan, City Clerk

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Attachment: Resolution (4340 : Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District)

CITY OF HEALDSBURG

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 20, 2024
SUBJECT: Lease Amendment with Alliance Medical Center
PREPARED BY: Tyler Kettmann, Central Services Manager
STRATEGIC INITIATIVE(S):

Maintain and Enhance Public Health and Safety
RECOMMENDED ACTION(S):

Adopt a Resolution approving and authorizing the City Manager to execute a Health Care Clinic Building Lease Amendment for 1381 University St.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/OUTREACH:

The proposed Lease Amendment supports community engagement and provision of medical services by partnering with Alliance Medical Center to continue to operate a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Healdsburg.

BACKGROUND:

Alliance Medical Center (“Alliance”) currently leases real property in Healdsburg at 1381 University St in Healdsburg, CA. Alliance operates its Healdsburg medical and dental clinic (the “Clinic”), together with associated parking on the site. The property and building are owned by the City of Healdsburg and are leased to Alliance pursuant to a lease dated May 22, 2002 (the “Lease”). The lease is between Alliance and the City of Healdsburg (the “City”) in its role as the Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency (RDA) of the City of Healdsburg (the “Successor Agency”) The term of the Lease is 30 years, terminating on May 22, 2032.

The Clinic was built in part through a United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) loan to support expansion of Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC’s) that support health care services for low-income community members. Alliance is required to operate as an FQHC under the loan agreement. Rent under the Lease is equal to payments the City is required to make on a loan from the USDA to finance the construction of the Clinic. Upon retirement of the debt in 2031, the final rent payment reduces to $1 per year. Additionally, consistent with the RDA Successor Agency Long Range Property Management Plan, upon retirement of the debt, the City is required to convey the property to Alliance so long as they continue to operate the facility as a Federally Qualified Health Center.

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In the event that Alliance stops operating as an FQHC, they would be required to convey the property back to the City.

DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS:

Alliance has embarked on a substantial capital improvement program and believes that a term extension would be a critical element that would support their capital improvement campaign.

While the state approved RDA Successor Agency Long-Range Property Management Plan requires conveying the property to Alliance after debt retirement, all parties believe that a lease extension is the best way to support Alliance’s ability to pursue additional capital funding at this time. In 2031, once the debt is retired, the property would be conveyed to Alliance and the lease would no longer be valid. In the interim, however, Alliance will be able to use the lease to demonstrate its long-term tenancy when seeking grants and financing to support capital improvements.

The proposed Lease Amendment (“Amendment”) extends the term of the Lease, for fifteen (15) years, to May 22, 2047. The Amendment also seeks to memorialize the FQHC requirement pursuant to the terms of the Lease as well as the conditions set forth in the RDA Successor Agency Long-Range Property Management Plan.

Staff has reviewed the site and proposed Lease Amendment with Alliance and recommend approving the Amendment and authorizing the City Manager to execute the Amendment on behalf of the City.

ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP:

Not Applicable.

ALTERNATIVES:

Council may choose to propose changes to the Amendment. Staff would require additional time to work out any changes both internally and with Alliance.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The current lease is structured so that the City, as landlord, is economically neutral, neither earning money nor exposed to loss, assuming Alliance continues to operate a FQHC that benefits Healdsburg and the surrounding community. Once the USDA Loan is paid off on August 1, 2031, in accordance with the Long-Range Property Management Plan for the Successor Agency, the property will be conveyed from the City to Alliance for as long as they continue to operate as a FQHC. Upon conveyance of the property the lease will immediately terminate. In the event Alliance discontinues its operations as a health care clinic, the property will be returned to the City to be repurposed for public use or sale at Council direction.

ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS:

Pursuant to Title 14, the California Code of Regulations, Section 15378(b)(5) of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) guidelines, approval of this resolution is an administrative activity of the City that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes to the environment.

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ATTACHMENT(S):

Resolution
Alliance Medical Center 2024 Lease Extension - 1.29.2024 1381 University DRAFT (1) Existing Alliance Healdsburg Building Lease with City
AMC Amorization Schedule from City 7 21 21

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CITY OF HEALDSBURG
RESOLUTION NO. -2024

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

HEALDSBURG APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE
HEALTH CARE CLINIC BUILDING LEASE FOR 1381

UNIVERSITY ST WITH ALLIANCE MEDICAL CENTER, AND

AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE

LEASE AMENDMENT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY
WHEREAS, Alliance Medical Center (“Alliance”) currently leases real property in Healdsburg, located at the Health Care Clinic Building at 1381 University St in Healdsburg, CA, from the City of Healdsburg (the “City”), on which its Healdsburg medical and dental clinic (the “Clinic”), together with associated parking, are located, pursuant to a lease dated May 22, 2002 (the “Lease”); and
WHEREAS, the term of the Lease is 30 years, terminating on May 22, 2032; and WHEREAS, the Health Care Clinic Building must be operated as a Federally Qualified Health Center (“FQHC”); and
WHEREAS, the proposed Lease Amendment (“Amendment”) extends the term of the Lease for fifteen (15) years to May 22, 2047, and memorializes the FQHC requirement; and WHEREAS, Staff has reviewed the site and proposed Lease Amendment with Alliance and recommend approving the Amendment and authorizing the City Manager to execute the Amendment on behalf of the City; and
WHEREAS, the approval of this agreement would not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect change in the physical environment and is therefore not a “project” for purposes of Section 21065 of the California Environmental Quality Act.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Healdsburg does hereby:

1. Find that this activity would not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect change in the physical environment and is therefore not a “project” for purposes of Section 21065 of the California Environmental Quality Act.

2. Approve an Amendment to the Health Care Building Lease for 1381 University with Alliance Medical Center.

3. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Amendment on the City’s behalf.

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Attachment: Resolution (4339 : Alliance Medical Building Lease Amendment) Resolution No. -2024

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PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Healdsburg this 20
th day of February 2024, by the following vote:

AYES: Councilmembers: ( )
NOES: Councilmembers: ( )
ABSENT: Councilmembers: ( )
ABSTAINING: Councilmembers: ( )
SO ORDERED: ATTEST:
____________________________________ ____________________________________ David Hagele, Mayor Raina Allan, City Clerk

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Attachment: Resolution (4339 : Alliance Medical Building Lease Amendment) 4871-7174-4417 v5
1 FIRST AMENDMENT TO MEDICAL OFFICE BUILDING LEASE

HEALTH CARE CLINIC BUILDING LEASE
(Healdsburg, CA)
This First Amendment to Medical Office Building Lease/Health Care Clinic Building Lease (“Amendment”) is entered into as of _____________________, 2024, by and between the City of Healdsburg, a municipal corporation (“Landlord”), successor in interest to the Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency of the City of Healdsburg, a public body, corporate and politic (“Successor Agency”), and Alliance Medical Center, a California non-profit public benefit corporation, (“Tenant”) (together, “Parties”), who agree as follows:

1. Recitals. This Amendment is made with reference to the following facts and circumstances:
(a) Landlord and Tenant are parties to that certain Medical Office Building Lease/Health Care Clinic Building Lease, dated May 22, 2002 (“Lease”). (b) Pursuant to the Lease, Landlord leases to Tenant and Tenant leases from Landlord the Premises described in Section 1.1 of the Lease and located at 1381 University Ave, Healdsburg, CA.
(b) Section 2.1 of the Lease provides for a Lease Term of thirty (30) years continuing until May 22, 2032.
(c) Landlord and Tenant desire to extend the Lease Term for an additional fifteen (15) years continuing until May 22, 2047.
(d) Landlord and Tenant also desire to modify Section 4.1 regarding “Permitted Use” as further described herein.

2. Extension of Term. The Lease Term is hereby extended for fifteen (15) years and shall continue until midnight on May 22, 2047.

3. Permitted Use. The first sentence of Section 4.1 of the Lease is hereby deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
“Tenant shall use and occupy the Premises solely for use as a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and uses incidental thereto.”

4. Lease Termination/Conveyance to Tenant. Effective February 1, 2012, the former Redevelopment Agency of the City of Healdsburg (“Redevelopment Agency”) was dissolved by operation of law, and fee title to the Premises became vested in the Successor Agency. Pursuant to approval of that certain Amended Long Range Property Management Plan for the Successor Agency dated September 8, 2015 (“LRPMP”), fee title to the Premises was transferred by the Successor Agency to Landlord, subject to the requirement set forth in the LRPMP that Landlord transfer fee title to the Premises to Tenant upon the retirement of certain tax allocation bonds (“Bonds”) previously issued by the Redevelopment Agency for the purpose of financing the construction of the FQHC located within the Premises. Currently, the Bonds are scheduled to be retired in August 2031. Accordingly, upon the retirement of the Bonds and as required by the

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Attachment: Alliance Medical Center 2024 Lease Extension - 1.29.2024 1381 University DRAFT (1) [Revision 1] (4339 : Alliance Medical Building 4871-7174-4417 v5
2 LRPMP, fee title to the Premises shall be conveyed from Landlord to Tenant subject to the requirement that if the use of the Premises as a FQHC, as described in Section 3 above, is discontinued, then fee title to the Premises shall revert to Landlord and the Parties shall use best efforts to cause such reconveyance transaction to be expeditiously consummated.

Upon conveyance of the Premises from Landlord to Tenant, as provided in the LRPMP and described above, this Lease shall immediately terminate and the Parties shall have no further rights or obligations under the Lease, except those rights or obligations that survive termination, as expressly provided for in the Lease.

5. Lease in Full Force and Effect. The Lease remains unmodified and in full force and effect, except as modified by this Amendment.

6. Governing Law. This Amendment is to be construed and enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of California.

7. Entire Agreement. This Amendment, together with the Lease, constitutes the entire agreement of the Parties with respect to its subject matter herein and it supersedes all prior or contemporaneous agreements, whether written or oral, with respect to that subject matter herein.

8. Counterparts. This Amendment may be executed in one or more counterparts, each of which is an original, but all of which together are the same Amendment.

The Parties have duly executed this Amendment as of the date first set forth above.

TENANT LANDLORD

ALLIANCE MEDICAL CENTER, CITY OF HEALDSBURG,
a non-profit corporation a municipal corporation
By: _______________________ By: __________________
Print Name: Jeffrey Kay
Title: City Manager
Attest: ___________________
Raina Allen
City Clerk
Approved as to form:
__________________
Samantha W. Zutler
City Attorney

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CITY OF HEALDSBURG

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 20, 2024
SUBJECT: Formation of an Underground Utility District along Grove Street from Dry Creek Road to Grant Street
PREPARED BY: Terry Crowley, Utilities Director
STRATEGIC INITIATIVE(S):

Maintain and Improve Infrastructure and Facilities
Maintain and Enhance Public Health and Safety
Provide Resident-Driven Community Services
RECOMMENDED ACTION(S):

Adopt a Resolution Establishing an Underground Utility District along Grove Street from Grant Street North to Dry Creek Road.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/OUTREACH:

This Public Hearing was noticed in both the Healdsburg Tribune and the Press Democrat and letters were mailed to city utility customers and property owners within the proposed underground utility district boundaries.

BACKGROUND:

Recently the City was awarded grant funding to construct street improvements along Grove Street between Dry Creek Road and Grant Street. These improvements are currently under design and planned to be constructed starting in calendar year 2025. Ahead of the street improvements, City staff are contemplating placing existing overhead utility lines underground, including facilities owned by Pacific Gas & Electric, AT&T, Comcast, City owned electric facilities, and Sonic, along sections of Grove Street.

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described within Healdsburg Municipal Code Section 13.24. The purpose of forming such underground districts is to eliminate unusually heavy concentrations of overhead facilities upon streets and thoroughfares that carry heavy volumes of pedestrian or vehicular traffic and/or to improve the aesthetics of civic streets or areas of scenic interest. Final determination to form underground utility districts is at the sole discretion of the Healdsburg City Council.

DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS:

In conjunction with planned street improvements for Grove Street, staff is recommending that an UUD be formed along Grove Street from Grant Street north to Dry Creek Road. The area proposed for undergrounding is shown in the attachment to this staff report but generally includes all parcels facing and with access to Grove Street within the described section. This section of Grove Street serves both pedestrian and vehicular traffic and is congested with overhead facilities. The formation of an UUD will replace the overhead facilities with underground facilities helping to improve the flow of pedestrian and vehicular traffic as well as the general appearance of Grove Street. Additionally, the proposed undergrounding could lessen the risk of PG&E’s Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS).

In forming an UUD, any person occupying properties within the UUD and desiring to continue to receive electric, communication, and/or similar services must facilitate all necessary facility changes on their premises to continue receiving these utility services. For properties not already served by underground utilities, this requires property owners to facilitate the installation of underground conduits and service conversions (weather-heads) to allow the installation of new underground utility services. Since the work of undergrounding must be tightly coordinated with planned water and wastewater pipeline replacements as well as the final street improvements, staff is recommending the City install service conduits as needed. This approach has been used in past undergrounding projects and helps assure construction schedules are maintained and is less impactful to existing utility customers. All services that require conversion will be subject to the applicable codes, rules, regulations, and tariffs of the City and other respective utilities.

While completing the work, City staff plan to convert any remaining PG&E electric customers within the UUD to City electric services. This process will follow PG&E’s tariff for Transferred Municipal Departing Load. City staff will coordinate between PG&E and existing PG&E customers to complete the transfer of service from PG&E to City Electric. In most cases this requires a short half day or full-day power outage to complete the conversion. All customers converted to City electric will be required to establish utility accounts with the City prior to conversion.

Prior to this Council meeting, all property owners and city utility customers were notified of the Public Hearing to discuss establishment of the underground utility district. If Council chooses to establish the UUD each property owner will again be informed by letter of the Council’s action and expected timeline for the project. Additionally, City staff have been and continue to work with affected utilities within the boundaries of the proposed UUD.

If the UUD is established, all overhead utilities will be required to be removed on or before June 30, 2025. This deadline is consistent with the current project schedule of the Grove Street Improvement Project and is necessary to avoid delays of the street improvement work.

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ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP:

Undergrounding of overhead utilities improves area aesthetics and reduces the need to trim or remove trees located around power lines. Additionally, underground power lines tend to be more reliable year-round and therefore can better support the transition away from fossil fuels.

ALTERNATIVES:

FISCAL IMPACT:

The undergrounding project along Grove Street is currently estimated to cost the City approximately $2.0 million dollars. The Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget includes $50,000 for initial planning and design costs. The establishment of the UUD is the first step towards developing agreements with the various investor-owned utilities that will define the scope of the trenching work and the contribution amounts from each utility. The communication utilities will contribute funds towards the project based on their share of the joint trenching costs, their costs to install new underground communication cables, and costs to remove the overhead lines.

However, PG&E will complete the undergrounding project under their Rule 20B tariff. Rule20B projects require the City to pay PG&E to install the underground cable and provides the City a credit for a new equivalent overhead line and cost to remove the old overhead lines. Estimates for the utility contributions were included in the current estimated total project costs. No additional appropriations are required currently as the establishment of the underground utility district does not inherently incur costs. Staff will return to the council for approval of each agreement with the various utilities and reassess the project budget at that time.

ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS:

Any underground installation of utilities performed within the UUD will result in the surface of the existing street and/or sidewalk being restored to at least the condition existing prior to the work. Based on surface restoration, the formation of the UDD, and the subsequent undergrounding of utilities, is exempt from further CEQA review pursuant to section 15302(d).

ATTACHMENT(S):

Resolution
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CITY OF HEALDSBURG
RESOLUTION NO. -2024

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

HEALDSBURG ESTABLISHING AN UNDERGROUND

UTILITY DISTRICT ALONG GROVE STREET FROM GRANT

STREET NORTH TO DRY CREEK ROAD
WHEREAS, under to Healdsburg Municipal code section 13.24, the City Council can hold a public hearing to ascertain the feasibility of forming underground utility districts (UUD); and WHEREAS, the establishment of a UUD is within the sole discretion of the City Council; and
WHEREAS, prior to this public hearing City staff and engaged with the investor-owned utilities of Pacific Gas & Electric, AT&T, Comcast, and Sonic to coordinate the work of undergrounding overhead lines; and
WHEREAS, the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) has authorized electric and telecommunication utilities to convert overhead utility lines and facilities to underground facilities pursuant to Electric Rule 20 and Telecommunication Rule 32; and WHEREAS, factors that the City Council can consider in determining whether to establish a UUD include the following:

1. Such undergrounding will avoid or eliminate an unusually heavy concentration of aerial facilities.

2. Said street, or road or right-of-way is in an area extensively used by the general public and carries a heavy volume of pedestrian or vehicular traffic.

3. Said street, road or right-of-way adjoins or passes through a civic area or public recreation area or an area of unusual scenic interest to the general public; and WHEREAS, a public hearing has been called to discuss the formation of the UUD and all affected property owners have been contacted prior to the hearing; and WHEREAS, once established the existing overhead utility facilities must be removed and all future installations of overhead facilities is strictly prohibited with the exceptions listed within Healdsburg’s Municipal Code; and
WHEREAS, existing property owners will be required to convert their existing service entrances to accept service from underground utility facilities in accordance with all applicable standards, codes, and individual utility requirements; and WHEREAS, the area that subject to the proposed UUD serves both pedestrian and vehicular traffic and is currently heavily congested with overhead facilities; and

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WHEREAS, formation of an UUD will help improve the flow of vehicular and pedestrian traffic as well as the general appearance of Grove Street; and WHEREAS, property owners’ and/or utility customers’ wishing to continue utility services are required to participating in the conversion of their utility services consistent with City of Healdsburg requirements and California Public Utility Commission tariffs; and WHEREAS, the conversion of overhead electric utility facilities to undergrounding is subject to a categorical exemption from the California Environment Quality Act ("CEQA"), pursuant to Section 15302(d) of the CEQA Guidelines.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Healdsburg does hereby:

1. Find that the conversion of overhead electric utility distribution system facilities to underground including connection to existing overhead electric utility distribution lines where the surface is restored to the condition existing prior to the undergrounding is categorically exempt from CEQA under Section 15302(d).

2. Establish an Underground Utility District (UUD) along Grove Street from Grant Street North to Dry Creek Road.

3. That all existing overhead utility facilities within the defined boundaries, with the exceptions allowed per Healdsburg Municipal Code, must be removed and/or replaced with underground utility facilities on or before June 30, 2025.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Healdsburg this 20th day of February, 2024, by the following vote:

AYES: Councilmembers: ( )
NOES: Councilmembers: ( )
ABSENT: Councilmembers: ( )
ABSTAINING: Councilmembers: ( )
SO ORDERED: ATTEST:
____________________________________ ____________________________________ David Hagele, Mayor Raina Allan, City Clerk

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CITY OF HEALDSBURG

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 20, 2024
SUBJECT: Formation of an Underground Utility District along Healdsburg Ave from the City's Northern Most Boundary to Sunnyvale Drive
PREPARED BY: Terry Crowley, Utilities Director
STRATEGIC INITIATIVE(S):

Maintain and Improve Infrastructure and Facilities
Maintain and Enhance Public Health and Safety
Provide Resident-Driven Community Services
RECOMMENDED ACTION(S):

Adopt a Resolution establishing an Underground Utility District (UUD) along Healdsburg Avenue from Boxheart Drive south to Sunnyvale Drive.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/OUTREACH:

BACKGROUND:

Recently the City was awarded grant funding to construct the Healdsburg Ave Street Improvements spanning from the northern most portion of Healdsburg to the intersection of Powell and Healdsburg Avenue. These improvements are currently under design construction planned for calendar year 2026. Ahead of the street improvements, City staff are planning to replace aging water and wastewater pipelines as well as contemplating placing existing overhead utility lines underground, including facilities owned by Pacific Gas & Electric, AT&T, Comcast, City owned electric facilities, and Sonic, along sections of Healdsburg Avenue.

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overhead facilities will be allowed within the district boundaries other than the exceptions as described within Healdsburg Municipal Code Section 13.24. The purpose of forming such underground districts is to eliminate unusually heavy concentrations of overhead facilities upon streets and thoroughfares that carry heavy volumes of pedestrian or vehicular traffic and/or to improve the aesthetics of civic streets or areas of scenic interest. Final determination to form underground utility districts is at the sole discretion of the Healdsburg City Council.

DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS:

In conjunction with planned street improvements along Healdsburg Avenue, staff is recommending that an UUD be formed along Healdsburg Avenue from Boxheart Drive south to Sunnyvale Drive. The area proposed for undergrounding is shown in the attachment to this staff report but generally includes all parcels facing Healdsburg Avenue within the described section.

This section of Healdsburg Avenue serves both pedestrian and vehicular traffic and is congested with overhead facilities. The formation of an UUD will replace the overhead facilities with underground facilities helping to improve the flow of pedestrian and vehicular traffic as well as the general appearance of Healdsburg Avenue. Additionally, the proposed undergrounding will remove overhead powerlines within portions of the California Public Utility Commissions High Fire Threat Zone, lessening the risk of utility caused wildfires and Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS).

While completing the work, City staff plan to convert any remaining PG&E electric customers within the UUD to City electric services. This process will follow PG&E’s tariff for Transferred Municipal Departing Load. City staff will coordinate between PG&E and existing PG&E customers to complete the transfer from PG&E to City Electric. In most cases this requires a short half day or full-day power outage to complete the conversion. All customers converted to City electric will be required to establish utility accounts with the City prior to conversion.

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March 30, 2026. This deadline is consistent with the current project schedule of the Healdsburg Ave Improvement Project and is necessary to avoid delays in the street improvement work.

ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP:

Undergrounding of overhead utilities improves area aesthetics and reduces the need to trim or remove trees located around power lines. Additionally, undergrounding of overhead powerlines reduces the risk of utility caused wildfires and the carbon emissions associated with those wildfires.

ALTERNATIVES:

As an alternative the City Council could choose not to form the UUD and provide further direction to staff. Choosing this alternative would leave the overhead utilities in place, impacting the aesthetics of the area and planned street improvements. Additionally, not forming the district would leave overhead powerlines within the City’s WUI, limiting progress toward reducing the risk of utility caused wildfires.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The undergrounding project on Healdsburg Avenue is currently estimated to cost the City approximately $4.5 million dollars. The Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget includes $220,000 for initial planning and design costs. The establishment of the UUD is the first step towards developing agreements with the various investor-owned utilities that will define the scope of the trenching work and the contribution amounts from each utility. The communication utilities will contribute funds towards the project based on their share of the joint trenching costs, cost to install new underground communication cables, and the cost to remove old overhead facilities.

However, PG&E will underground their lines under the Rule 20B tariff. PG&E’s Rule 20B requires the City to pay PG&E to install the underground cable, provides the City a credit for a new equivalent overhead line, and PG&E will pay to remove their old overhead facilities.

Estimates for the utility contributions were included in the current estimated total project costs.

No additional appropriations are required currently as the establishment of the underground utility district does not inherently incur costs. Staff will return to the council for approval of each agreement with the various utilities and reassess the project budget at that time.

ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS:

ATTACHMENT(S):

Resolution
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CITY OF HEALDSBURG
RESOLUTION NO. - 2024

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

HEALDSBURG ESTABLISHING AN UNDERGROUND

UTILITY DISTRICT ALONG HEALDSBURG AVENUE FROM

BOXHEART DRIVE SOUTH TO SUNNYVALE DRIVE
WHEREAS, under to Healdsburg Municipal code section 13.24, the City Council can hold a public hearing to ascertain the feasibility of forming underground utility districts (UUD); and WHEREAS, the establishment of a UUD is within the sole discretion of the City Council; and
WHEREAS, prior to this public hearing City staff and engaged with the investor-owned utilities of Pacific Gas & Electric, AT&T, Comcast, and Sonic to coordinate the work of undergrounding overhead lines; and
WHEREAS, the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) has authorized electric and telecommunication utilities to convert overhead utility lines and facilities to underground facilities pursuant to Electric Rule 20 and Telecommunication Rule 32; and WHEREAS, factors that the City Council can consider in determining whether to establish a UUD include the following:

1. Such undergrounding will avoid or eliminate an unusually heavy concentration of aerial facilities.

2. Said street, or road or right-of-way is in an area extensively used by the general public and carries a heavy volume of pedestrian or vehicular traffic.

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Attachment: Resolution (4265 : Formation of Healdsburg Ave North UUD) Resolution No. -2024
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WHEREAS, formation of an UUD will help improve the flow of vehicular and pedestrian traffic as well as the general appearance of Healdsburg Avenue; and WHEREAS, property owners’ and/or utility customers’ wishing to continue utility services are required to participating in the conversion of their utility services consistent with City of Healdsburg requirements and California Public Utility Commission tariffs; and WHEREAS, the conversion of overhead electric utility facilities to undergrounding is subject to a categorical exemption from the California Environment Quality Act ("CEQA"), pursuant to Section 15302(d) of the CEQA Guidelines.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Healdsburg does hereby:

2. Establish an Underground Utility District (UUD) along Healdsburg Avenue from Boxheart Drive south to Sunnyvale Drive as illustrated in the attached map.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Healdsburg this 20th day of February, 2024, by the following vote:

AYES: Councilmembers: ( )
NOES: Councilmembers: ( )
ABSENT: Councilmembers: ( )
ABSTAINING: Councilmembers: ( )
SO ORDERED: ATTEST:
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CITY OF HEALDSBURG

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 20, 2024
SUBJECT: Tentative Map (TM 2022-06) for the North Village Parcel 2 Townhome Project
PREPARED BY: Linda Ruffing, Planning Consultant
STRATEGIC INITIATIVE(S):

Expand Affordable Housing Opportunities
RECOMMENDED ACTION(S):

Adopt a Resolution approving Tentative Map TM 2022-06 for the North Village Parcel 2 Townhome Project.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/OUTREACH:

Since 2018, the Planning Commission and City Council have held numerous public hearings and workshops relating to the North Village Project. The following recent public meetings relate to the North Village Parcel 2 Townhome Project:
▪ On February 28, 2023, the Planning Commission held a public hearing regarding the North Village developer's request to amend the North Village Development Agreement ("DA") to modify the location for the middle-income and affordable housing units on Parcels 2 and 4. The Commission recommended approval of the DA amendment (DA 2020-01.04).
▪ On March 20, 2023, the City Council conducted a public hearing and introduced an ordinance approving DA 2020-01.04 and on April 17, 2023, the City Council adopted the ordinance amending the DA to require 27 units of middle-income housing on Parcel 2 and 53 units of affordable housing on Parcel 4.
▪ On March 28, 2023 the Planning Commission held a workshop to review the Parcel 2 Townhome Project.
▪ On August 8, 2023, the Planning Commission conducted a public hearing, approved a Design Review permit (DR 2022-23), and recommended that the City Council approve a

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Tentative Map (TM 2022-06) for the Parcel 2 Townhome Project.

BACKGROUND:

In February 2020, the Planning Commission approved a Master Conditional Use Permit ("MCUP") for the North Village Project and, in April 2020, the City and CCS Healdsburg, LLC, entered into a Development Agreement ("DA") for the North Village Project. The MCUP and DA, as amended, establish allowable uses, densities, and affordability requirements for residential uses on each of the four parcels within Project (see Attachment 2, North Village Project Map) as follows:
▪ Parcel 1: 221 senior independent living units and 54 assisted living/memory care beds; ▪ Parcel 2: 27 middle-income townhomes;
▪ Parcel 3: 108-key hotel with restaurant, bar, spa and special event facility; ▪ Parcel 4: 53 affordable multi-family apartments and 12,000 square feet of commercial/ retail space.

In August 2023, the Planning Commission approved a Design Review permit (DR 2022-23) for a 27-unit townhome project on Parcel 2 of the North Village site and recommended that the City Council approve the Tentative Map (TM 2022-06).

DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS:

Parcel 2 is located in the northwest corner of the North Village site, as shown on Attachment 2.

While the parcel is 2.89 acres in size, the development area is constrained by steep slopes on the north and west sides of the parcel, a drainage channel/easement at the base of the slopes, and the Dovetail Lane right-of-way on the south side of the parcel. Given these constraints, the actual development area is slightly over an acre in size.

Per the Design Review approval, the Parcel 2 Townhome Project consists of 3 separate buildings, each containing 9 three-story townhomes. The 27 townhomes are comprised of 18 two-bedroom units and 9 three-bedroom units. The units have 2-1/2 to 3 baths, range in size from 1,155 square feet to 1,550 square feet, and each has an attached two-car garage. The townhomes are "Category C" units under the City's Growth Management Ordinance and will be sold at affordable prices to middle income households (i.e., households earning between 120% and 160% of the area median income). In Healdsburg, that income range equates to $153,700 - $204,960 for a family of four (based on the California Department of Housing & Community Development's median household income for Sonoma County adjusted for household size; June 2023).

The Tentative Map, (Attachment 1, Exhibit A), identifies 27 condominium parcels and a common parcel that includes the circulation, landscaping, shared amenities, and open space on the project site. The Tentative Map includes civil plans identifying grading, street, and utilities improvements.

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On August 8, 2023, the Planning Commission reviewed the proposed Tentative Map (TM 2022- 06) and adopted PC Resolution No. 2023-18 (Attachment 3) recommending that the City Council approve the Tentative Map. The Planning Commission staff report (Attachment 4) addresses the consistency of the proposed subdivision with the City's General Plan, the North Entry Area Plan and the Healdsburg Municipal Code. Attachment 5 presents the minutes of the August 8, 2023 Planning Commission meeting.

The Planning Commission's review of a Tentative Map application is advisory to the City Council. The Planning Commission recommended that the City Council approve the Tentative Map for the Parcel 2 Townhome Project and found that, per Healdsburg Municipal Code section

17.04.100(B), the following findings can be made:

A. The proposed map and its design and improvements are consistent with the general plan and any applicable specific plan.

Attachment 11 and Attachment 12 of the Planning Commission staff report for the August 8, 2023, public hearing on TM 2022-06 provide a detailed analysis of the Project's consistency with the Healdsburg 2030 General Plan and the North Entry Area Plan, respectively.

B. The site is physically suitable for the type and proposed density of development.

The portion of the Parcel 2 Townhome project site that is proposed for development is generally level and is accessed by Dovetail Lane. It is designated for residential development and the proposed project is consistent with the General Plan, the North Entry Area Plan and prior entitlements for the North Village Project.

C. The design of the subdivision and the proposed improvements are not likely to cause substantial environmental damage or substantially and avoidably injure fish or wildlife or their habitat.

The proposed Project would have no impact on fish or wildlife or their habitat. The project will be required to comply with all relevant mitigation measures of the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program for the North Entry Area Plan EIR.

D. The design of the subdivision and the type of improvements are not likely to cause serious public health problems.

The North Entry Area Plan EIR and the EIR Addendum evaluate potential impacts to public health including air quality impacts, noise impacts, hazards and hazardous materials, and wildfire. These analyses concluded that the North Village Project will not result in public health hazards.

E. The design of the subdivision and the type of improvements will not conflict with easements, acquired by the public at large, for access through or use of property within the proposed subdivision.

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There are no prescriptive easements acquired by the public at large through the project site.

The North Entry Area Plan and its associated entitlements identify a Perimeter Trail corridor for future public access that traverses the property. The design of the Tentative Map and associated site improvements will not conflict with the future trail corridors.

F. Unless otherwise provided by the Subdivision Map Act, the design of the subdivision provides, to the extent feasible, for future passive or natural heating or cooling opportunities in the subdivision.

The design of the subdivision provides for solar access and allows for passive or natural heating and cooling opportunities.

The City Council resolution for adoption of Tentative Map TM 2022-06 includes the above findings and identifies 19 Conditions of Approval (Attachment 1, Exhibit B), including a condition requiring that, prior to issuance of a building permit for the Parcel 2 Townhome Project, the applicant shall pay the required parkland dedication fee ("Quimby Act fee”) in accordance with Article VIII "Park and Recreational Land" of the Healdsburg Municipal Code.

In compliance with HMC section 17.04.660 and to assist the City in determining the amount of the required Quimby Act fee, the applicant submitted an appraisal to establish the fair market value of the amount of usable parkland which would otherwise be required to be dedicated. The appraisal established the market value of Parcel 2 (i.e., vacant land without entitlements for the townhomes but with the regulatory covenants requiring middle income housing) at $912,000.

This would yield an in-lieu fee payment of $90,316. The appraisal and the in-lieu fee calculation have been reviewed and approved by the City's Community Services Director.

ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP:

As noted below, the Project is subject to the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") and the environmental effects were evaluated at a programmatic level in the Final Environmental Impact Report for North Entry Area Plan ("NEAP EIR") and a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program ("MMRP") was adopted. An Addendum to the NEAP EIR was prepared to evaluate impacts associated with the North Village Project. It concluded that the analysis in the NEAP EIR and the adopted mitigation measures sufficiently address potential impacts associated with the North Village Project. The proposed Parcel 2 Townhome Project will be required to comply with all applicable mitigation measures in the MMRP.

ALTERNATIVES:

1. Recommended action: adopt resolution approving the Tentative Map (TM 2022-06).

2. Incorporate specific modifications into the resolution prior to taking Council action.

3. Defer action on the Tentative Map and direct staff to provide additional information and/or analysis to help inform City Council action(s).

FISCAL IMPACT:

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services to the project. All City costs for processing project entitlements are funded by the property owners in accordance with Cost Recovery Agreements.

ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS:

During the North Entry Area Plan ("NEAP") planning process, an Environmental Impact Report ("NEAP EIR") was prepared to analyze potential environmental impacts associated with future development under the NEAP (State Clearinghouse No. 2018062041). On May 20, 2019, the City Council certified the NEAP EIR, adopted a Statement of Overriding Considerations, and adopted a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program ("NEAP MMRP") to ensure that mitigation measures identified in the EIR are implemented.

Review of the Master Conditional Use Permit and Development Agreement for the North Village Project involved preparation of an Environmental Checklist in order to determine whether and to what extent the NEAP EIR remained sufficient to address the potential impacts of the project. An Addendum to the NEAP EIR was prepared, pursuant to Public Resources Code section 21166 and CEQA Guidelines section 15164, to document the City’s review of the North Village Project.

The City determined that the North Village Project did not warrant preparation of a new subsequent or supplemental EIR as it involved no new significant environmental effects and would not result in a substantial increase in the severity of previously identified significant effects as documented in the NEAP EIR.

For the Parcel 2 Townhome Project, which is a component of the North Village Project, the City has identified the following applicable CEQA streamlining and/or tiering code sections, each of which, separately and independently, provides a basis for the project’s CEQA compliance:

A. A Community Plan Exemption, pursuant to Public Resources Code section 21083.3 and CEQA Guidelines section 15183;
B. Reliance on the NEAP EIR as a Program EIR, pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15168.

Based on an examination of the analysis, findings, and conclusions of the NEAP EIR and Addendum, the potential impacts of the proposed Parcel 2 Townhome Project remain within the impacts previously analyzed and disclosed in the NEAP EIR and its Addendum. Moreover, none of the circumstances described in CEQA Guidelines section 15162 that require subsequent or supplemental environmental review have occurred. Therefore, no further analysis is required under CEQA before acting on the Tentative Map application for the Parcel 2 Townhome Project (TM 2022-06).

ATTACHMENT(S):

City Council Resolution Approving Tentative Map (TM 2022-06) / Exhibit A: Tentative Subdivision Map (TM 2022-06)
North Village Project Map
PC Resolution No. 2023-18
August 8, 2023 PC staff report for DR 2022-23 and TM 2022-06 August 8, 2023 PC meeting minutes

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CITY OF HEALDSBURG
RESOLUTION NO. ___ -2024

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

HEALDSBURG APPROVING A TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION
MAP (TM 2022-06) FOR THE NORTH VILLAGE PARCEL 2
TOWNHOME PROJECT LOCATED AT 201 DOVETAIL LANE
WHEREAS, pursuant to the requirements of the Healdsburg 2030 General Plan (“General Plan”) which identifies the northern entry to Healdsburg as an area warranting special study in recognition of its importance both as an attractive gateway into the City and an area of transition from the rural landscape of the Alexander Valley to the more urban core of downtown Healdsburg, the City prepared the North Entry Area Plan (“NEAP”), which was adopted by the Healdsburg City Council on May 20, 2019, to provide detailed guidance for future development of the North Village site including a vision concept, land use guidelines, development standards, and design guidelines; and
WHEREAS, prior to the City Council’s approval of the NEAP, an Environmental Impact Report ("NEAP EIR") was prepared pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (Pub.

Res. Code § 21000, et seq.) (“CEQA”), (State Clearinghouse No. 2018062041), which analyzed the environmental impacts of development under the NEAP and was certified by the City Council on May 20, 2019, along with the adoption of CEQA Findings, a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Plan (“MMRP”), and a Statement of Overriding Considerations; and WHEREAS, on February 11, 2020, the Healdsburg Planning Commission approved an application by CCS Healdsburg, LLC ("Applicant"), for a Master Conditional Use Permit (CUP 2019-04); and on April 6, 2020, the City Council approved a Development Agreement (DA 2020- 01), to authorize the specific uses and shared infrastructure for the North Village Project on an approximately 32-acre property which comprises the NEAP planning area; and WHEREAS, prior to the Planning Commission taking action on Master Conditional Use Permit CUP 2019-04, and the City Council taking action on Development Agreement DA 2020- 01, each body considered modifications to the project analyzed in the NEAP EIR as analyzed and documented in an Environmental Checklist & Addendum to the NEAP EIR ("NEAP EIR Addendum"), adopted the NEAP EIR Addendum, and determined that, pursuant to CEQA Guidelines sections 15164 and 15183, no further environmental review was required; and WHEREAS, Applicant subsequently requested amendments to the Master Conditional Use Permit (CUP 2019-04.02) and Development Agreement (DA 2020-01.04) to authorize changes to the number of units, affordability levels and Shared Parking Plan for the North Village Project and such amendments were considered and approved by the Planning Commission following a properly noticed public hearing on February 28, 2023 and, on May 1, 2023, the City Council approved a fourth amendment to DA 2020-01 that requires that a minimum of twenty-seven (27) residential units shall be made available for occupancy at an affordable rent or for sale at an

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affordable sales price, adjusted for household size, to Middle Income Households on Parcel 2, a

2.89-acre portion of the North Village Project site; and WHEREAS, the analysis in the NEAP EIR and NEAP EIR Addendum allows the use of CEQA streamlining and/or tiering provisions for projects developed under the NEAP EIR, including this Project; and
WHEREAS, at a properly noticed public hearing on August 8, 2023, the Planning Commission reviewed written and oral staff reports, conducted a public hearing on the Project and took testimony; received into the record all pertinent documents related to the Project; and, adopted PC Resolution No. 2023-18 recommending that the City Council approve the Tentative Map TM 2022-06 based upon recommended findings and subject to recommended conditions of approval; and
WHEREAS, on February 20, 2024, the Healdsburg City Council held a duly noticed public hearing on the Tentative Map TM 2022-06, reviewed the written and verbal staff reports, took testimony, and received into the record all pertinent documents.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council hereby determines as follows:

1. The NEAP EIR Addendum provides analysis and cites substantial evidence that supports the conclusion that the Project would not result in any significant impacts that: (1) are peculiar to the Project or Project site; (2) were not identified as significant project-level, cumulative, or off- site effects in the NEAP EIR; or (3) were previously identified significant effects, which as a result of substantial new information that was not known at the time that the NEAP EIR was certified, are determined to have a more severe adverse impact than discussed in the NEAP EIR. As a result, pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21083.3 and CEQA Guidelines Section 15183, the Project is exempt from further environmental review under CEQA.

2. The NEAP EIR Addendum provides analysis and cites substantial evidence that supports the conclusion that the Project would not cause new significant impacts not previously identified in the previously certified NEAP EIR, nor result in a substantial increase in the severity of previously identified significant impacts. No new mitigation measures would be necessary to reduce significant impacts. No changes have occurred with respect to circumstances surrounding the NEAP that would cause significant environmental impacts to which the Project would contribute considerably, and no new information has been put forward that shows that the Project would cause significant environmental impacts.

Therefore, no supplemental environmental review is required for the Project in accordance with Public Resources Code Section 21166, and CEQA Guidelines Sections 15162 and 15164.

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3. The NEAP EIR Addendum provides analysis and cites substantial evidence that supports the conclusion that the Project would not cause new significant impacts not previously identified in the previously certified NEAP EIR, which may serve as a “Program EIR” under CEQA, nor result in a substantial increase in the severity of previously identified significant impacts. No new mitigation measures would be necessary to reduce significant impacts. No changes have occurred with respect to circumstances surrounding the NEAP that would cause significant environmental impacts to which the Project would contribute considerably, and no new information has been put forward that shows that the Project would cause significant environmental impacts. Therefore, no supplemental environmental review is required for the Project in accordance with CEQA Guidelines Sections 15162 and 15168.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, based on the above findings and prior to approving Tentative Map TM 2022-06, the City Council determined that the previously-certified NEAP EIR, together with the NEAP EIR Addendum, are adequate to serve as the required environmental documentation.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that, based on the facts and findings set forth below, the City Council hereby approves Tentative Map TM 2022-06 as shown on Exhibit A and incorporated herein by reference, subject to the Conditions of Approval attached hereto as Exhibit B and incorporated herein by reference, and subject to all applicable mitigation measures in the Mitigation Monitoring & Reporting Program for the NEAP EIR:

A. The proposed map and its design and improvements are consistent with the general plan and any applicable specific plan.

Tentative Map TM 2022-06 identifies one common parcel and 27 condominium parcels that are consistent with the intent of the Mixed Use land use classification in the General Plan and the North Entry Area Plan. The parcels will allow for the separate ownership of the residential townhomes in the Parcel 2 Townhome Project. Attachment 11 and Attachment 12 of the Planning Commission staff report for the August 8, 2023 public hearing on TM 2022-06 provide a detailed analysis of the Project's consistency with the Healdsburg 2030 General Plan and the North Entry Area Plan, respectively.

B. The site is physically suitable for the type and proposed density of development.

The portion of the Parcel 2 Townhome Project site that is proposed for development is generally level and is accessed by Dovetail Lane. It is designated for residential development and the proposed project is consistent with the General Plan, the North Entry Area Plan and prior entitlements for the North Village Project.

C. The design of the subdivision and the proposed improvements are not likely to cause substantial environmental damage or substantially and avoidably injure fish or wildlife or their habitat.

The Project would have no impact on fish or wildlife or their habitat. The Project will be

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required to comply with all relevant mitigation measures of the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program for the North Entry Area Plan EIR.

D. The design of the subdivision and the type of improvements are not likely to cause serious public health problems.

E. The design of the subdivision and the type of improvements will not conflict with easements, acquired by the public at large, for access through or use of property within the proposed subdivision.

There are no prescriptive easements acquired by the public at large through the Project site.

The North Entry Area Plan and its associated entitlements identify a Perimeter Trail corridor for future public access that traverses Parcel 2. The design of the Tentative Map and associated site improvements will not conflict with the future trail corridors.

The design of the subdivision provides for solar access and allows for passive or natural heating and cooling opportunities.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED, by the City Council of the City of Healdsburg this 20th day of February, 2024 by the following vote:

AYES: Councilmembers: ( )
NOES: Councilmembers: ( )
ABSENT: Councilmembers: ( )
ABSTAINING: Councilmembers: ( )
SO ORDERED: ATTEST:
__________________________________ ____________________________________ David Hagele, Mayor Raina Allan, City Clerk

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EXHIBIT A
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TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP TM 2022-06

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EXHIBIT B

CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP 2022-06
NORTH VILLAGE PARCEL 2 TOWNHOME PROJECT
Address: 201 Dovetail Lane
(APN: 091-060-041)

1. This approval is based upon all Conditions of Approval for the North Village Mixed Use Project, including relevant mitigations established in the North Entry Area Plan Environmental Impact Report Mitigation Monitoring & Reporting Program (NEAP MMRP), as well as all applicable City rules and regulations. Any deviations from the Project Conditions of Approval must be reviewed and approved by the City for conformity with this approval. Deviations may require approved changes to these approvals and/or further environmental review. Deviations without the abovedescribed approval will constitute a violation of permit approval.

2. This approval is subject to the terms and conditions of the Development Agreement for the North Village Project. If any of these Conditions of Approval is in conflict or is inconsistent with any term or condition of the Development Agreement for the North Village Project, then the Development Agreement shall control.

3. All plans and agreements required pursuant to these Conditions of Approval must be submitted to the City for review and approval and shall be implemented as approved by the City.

4. The final parcel map and improvement plans submitted for review and approval shall be substantially consistent with Tentative Map 2022-06 and all applicable Conditions of Approval for Design Review DR 2022-23.

5. If the tentative map is proposed to be revised, including revisions to these Conditions of Approval, the revisions shall be approved pursuant to and in accordance with Chapter 17.04 of the Healdsburg Municipal Code.

6. The final parcel map shall be filed within two years from the date of approval of the tentative map or an extension of time shall be requested prior to the expiration date.

7. All applicable Public Works master conditional use permit and other project-related conditions shall be considered in effect for the tentative map including but not limited to the following:

A. Prior to issuance of the first certificate of occupancy for the project, private maintenance mechanisms shall be created and recorded for the project including all shared private utilities, streets, driveways, sidewalks, streetlights, drainage, private shared landscaping, any emergency vehicle access areas, and all other commonly shared infrastructure. All maintenance declarations shall be reviewed and approved by the City, prior to recordation and prior to filing the parcel map with the county recorder’s office.

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Attachment: City Council Resolution Approving Tentative Map (TM 2022-06) / Exhibit A: Tentative Subdivision Map (TM 2022-06) (4338 : North B. The construction of any structures or improvements authorized by this approval shall not commence until all necessary permits pertaining to the use or construction in question are obtained. Before any grading or building permit will be issued by the City, Applicant must obtain written clearance from all departments having conditions and such clearance shall indicate that the Applicant has satisfied all pre-construction conditions.

C. All privately owned and maintained roads, sidewalks and utilities shall be designed and constructed in accordance with City standards, including pavement structural sections.

D. Prior to approval of on-site improvement plans, the Applicant shall work with the City Engineer and Fire Marshal to develop a plan for on-street parking restrictions such as limited time parking, fire staging/red curb no parking areas and clear zones as well as truck/vehicle loading zones. These areas shall be appropriately signed.

E. The Applicant shall submit a maintenance declaration for storm water BMPs, using the City’s template, to the City Engineer for review and approval for post construction storm water treatment items. The agreement shall be recorded prior to issuance of the first certificate of occupancy.

8. All public works plan check and development impact/capacity fees will be calculated and assessed, and due payable at building permit issuance.

9. Crossover access, drainage and utility easements shall be established prior to issuance of the first certificate of occupancy for the project.

10. The Applicant shall submit domestic water use demands with submittal of construction drawings to determine the necessary water service and meter sizes.

11. Individual water meters and utility accounts are required for all condominium and common parcels.

Revise the utility plans submitted for with the building permit application to show individual meter boxes and meters for all proposed units.

12. All new on-site water supply, storm drain, and sanitary sewer lines shall be privately owned and maintained.

13. No storage of combustible materials or vertical construction is allowed prior to fire water being available on the site.

14. Final, construction level, low impact development storm water calculations and plans are required with the submittal of the building permit application construction documents, for both the on-site and off-site areas. This shall include the final SWLID determined worksheet, signed by the applicant.

15. Any trash areas shall be enclosed, covered, plumbed to the sewer and shall not allow stormwater run-on or run-off into/away from the enclosure area.

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Attachment: City Council Resolution Approving Tentative Map (TM 2022-06) / Exhibit A: Tentative Subdivision Map (TM 2022-06) (4338 : North

16. Locations of all utilities, including joint trench lines, shall be coordinated with the proposed landscaped plan. Landscaping over utility lines shall be limited to low lying shrubs and ground cover. Additional street pavement restoration will be required in joint trench areas, subject to the approval of the City Engineer. Draft joint trench plans shall be submitted concurrently with the public improvement and private site plans.

17. Landscaping and irrigation shall be designed and constructed in accordance with the City’s water efficiency requirements. The applicant shall submit Water Efficiency Landscape Ordinance calculations with the landscape plans submitted as part of the on-site and off-site improvements, and construction drawings submitted with building permits.

18. Prior to issuance of any construction permits for structures, the applicant shall submit an application for a one-lot final parcel map for condominium purposes, obtain City Council approval of the final parcel map, and the map shall be filed with the County Recorder’s Office.

19. Prior to issuance of a building permit for the Parcel 2 Townhome project, the applicant shall pay the required parkland dedication fee ("Quimby Act fee”) in accordance with Article VIII "Park and Recreational Land" of the Healdsburg Municipal Code (Section 17.04.600, et seq.).

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Attachment: City Council Resolution Approving Tentative Map (TM 2022-06) / Exhibit A: Tentative Subdivision Map (TM 2022-06) (4338 : North ATTACHMENT 2
North Village Project Map

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Attachment: PC Resolution No. 2023-18 (4338 : North Village Parcel 2 Townhomes)

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REQUEST FOR PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
PROJECT TITLE: North Village Project - Parcel 2 Townhomes SUBJECT: Design Review (DR 2022-23) and Tentative Map (TM 2022-06).

Project consists of 27 three-story townhome units in three nine-unit buildings. Each townhome has a ground-level two-car garage. The townhomes will be required to be sold at affordable prices to middle-income households. The Tentative Map identifies one common parcel and 27 condominium parcels.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 201 Dovetail Lane
ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NO.: APN 091-060-041
GEN'L PLAN & ZONING: Mixed Use (MU); North Entry Area Plan Overlay (NEAP) APPLICANT: Comstock Healdsburg, LLC
PROPERTY OWNER: CCS Healdsburg, LLC
RECOMMENDED ACTIONS:

By two separate motions, it is recommended that the Planning Commission:
(1) Approve Resolution No. 2023-xx (Attachment 1) approving a Major Design Review Permit (DR 2022-23), based on the suggested findings and subject to the recommended conditions of approval.
(2) Approve Resolution No. 2023-xx (Attachment 2) recommending that the City Council approve a Tentative Map (TM 2022-06) for Parcel 2 of the North Village Project based on suggested findings and subject to the recommended conditions of approval.

BACKGROUND:

The 32-acre North Village Project site is located at the northern end of Healdsburg between US 101 and Healdsburg Avenue (Attachment 3, Site Vicinity Map). The site is bisected by an inactive rail corridor which runs parallel to Healdsburg Avenue upon which Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit has plans for future passenger rail service. Access to the site is provided via a public, at-grade rail crossing and private Agenda Item #: 4.A.

Meeting Date: August 8, 2023
Prepared By: Linda Ruffing, Planning Consultant
Reviewed By: ________________________
Scott Duiven
Community Development Director

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streets (Boxheart Drive and Dovetail Lane) as well as a secondary emergency vehicle access from Healdsburg Avenue that is located near the northeast corner of the North Village Project site.

The North Village Project site comprises the North Entry Area Plan ("NEAP") planning area. In May 2019, the Healdsburg City Council certified an Environmental Impact Report ("NEAP EIR") and adopted the NEAP and an ordinance amending the Healdsburg Municipal Code to establish implementing regulations for the NEAP. The NEAP establishes a vision concept, land use guidelines, development standards and design guidelines for a new mixed-use neighborhood on the 32-acre North Village site.

In February 2020, the Planning Commission approved a Master Conditional Use Permit ("MCUP") for the North Village Project and in April 2020, the City and CCS Healdsburg, LLC, entered into a Development Agreement ("DA") for the North Village Project.

The MCUP and DA, as amended, establish allowable uses, densities, and affordability requirements for residential uses on each of the four parcels within the North Village site (see Attachment 4, North Village Project Map) as follows:
 Parcel 1: 221 senior independent living units and 54 assisted living/memory care beds  Parcel 2: 27 middle-income townhomes
 Parcel 3: 108-key hotel with restaurant, bar, spa and special event facility  Parcel 4: 53 affordable multi-family apartments and 12,000 square feet of commercial/retail space.

The following parcel-specific entitlements have been approved by the Planning Commission for development on the North Village project site:
 Design Review/Conditional Use Permit for Enso Village Senior Living Community on Parcel 1 (November 2020; amended February 2022).
 Design Review and Conditional Use Permit for North Village Hotel and ancillary facilities on Parcel 3 (May 2021).
 Design Review and Conditional Use Permit for Mixed Use/Residential Project on Parcel 4 (May 2021; amended February 2023).

The Planning Commission approved an amendment to the MCUP in February 2023 that modified the number of residential units and affordability levels on Parcels 2 and 4 and modified the Sitewide Shared Parking Plan. The City Council approved a DA amendment ("4th DA Amendment") in May 2023 that modified the unit count and affordability requirements for development on Parcels 2 and 4.

In October 2022, Comstock Healdsburg, LLC, applied for a Design Review permit (DR 2022-23) and a Tentative Map (TM 2022-06) for a 24-unit townhome project on Parcel 2 of the North Village site. The Planning Commission conducted a workshop on the Parcel 2 Townhome project on March 28, 2023. The applicants responded to suggestions received at the Planning Commission workshop in a resubmittal that is analyzed in this staff report.

The 4th DA Amendment required a minimum of 27 middle-income housing units on Parcel 2 in order to preserve the total sitewide unit count of 301 units. In response, the Applicants revised the Parcel 2 Townhome project plans to add one unit to each of the three buildings for a total of 27 units.

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PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

Parcel 2 is located in the northwest corner of the North Village site (Attachment 4, North Village Project Map). While the parcel is 2.89 acres in size, the development area is constrained by steep slopes on the north and west sides of the parcel, a drainage channel/easement at the base of the slopes, and the Dovetail Lane right-of-way on the south side of the parcel. Given these constraints, the actual development area is slightly over an acre in size.

Attachment 5 presents the applicant's Narrative Project Description for the Parcel 2 Townhome project.

As proposed, the project consists of three separate identical buildings, each of which contains nine threestory townhomes. Each townhome has an attached two-car garage. The townhomes have two or three bedrooms with 2-1/2 to 3 baths and range in size from 1,155 square feet to 1,550 square feet. The project contains a total of 27 townhomes, consisting of 18 two-bedroom units and 9 three-bedroom units.

Conceptual plans for the project are presented in Attachment 6. The Plan Set includes a site plan, floor plans, elevations, site sections and renderings, open space and lighting plan, building materials, survey and easement map, preliminary grading plan, preliminary utility plan, preliminary landscape plan, a conceptual materials board, and site amenities and site sections. As discussed below under "Discussion/Analysis", the Parcel 2 Townhome plans include a number of modifications that respond to feedback provided by the Planning Commission at the March 28, 2023 workshop on the project.

The townhomes are "Category C" units under the GMO that will be sold at affordable prices to middle income households (i.e., households earning between 120% and 160% of the area median income). In Healdsburg, that income range equates to $153,700 - $204,960 for a family of four (based on the California Department of Housing & Community Development's median household income for Sonoma County adjusted for household size; June 2023). Affordability covenants for the Parcel 2 Townhomes will be established by a Middle Income Housing Agreement and Resale Restrictions in accordance with the DA.

The Tentative Map, Attachment 7, would create 27 condominium parcels and a common parcel that includes the circulation, landscaping, shared amenities, and open space on the project site. The Tentative Map includes civil plans identifying grading, street, and utilities improvements.

Other project documentation includes the following:
 Attachment 8 - North Village Master Parking Plan (per CUP 2019-04.02)  Attachment 9 - Parking Demand Analysis Update
 Attachment 10 - Parcel 2 Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Plan

CONSISTENCY ANALYSIS - PLANNING POLICIES & REGULATIONS
A detailed analysis of the consistency of the Parcel 2 Townhome project and the Parcel 2 Tentative Map with applicable City policies and regulations is provided in the following attachments and summarized below:
 Attachment 11 - Healdsburg General Plan 2030 Consistency Analysis  Attachment 12 - North Entry Area Plan Consistency Analysis  Attachment 13 - Land Use Code Consistency Analysis
Healdsburg 2030 General Plan

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The Healdsburg 2030 General Plan land use designation for the North Village site is Mixed Use ("MU").

This land use classification provides for a broad range of commercial and residential uses, including multi-family residential, hotels, and retail uses. Attachment 11 presents a table that identifies relevant policies in the General Plan and evaluates the consistency of the proposed project with the policies. As shown, the Parcel 2 Townhome project is consistent with General Plan guiding principles and policies relating to housing, natural resources, safety, and community design.

North Entry Area Plan (NEAP)
The Healdsburg 2030 General Plan identifies the northern entry to Healdsburg as an area warranting special study in recognition of its importance both as an attractive gateway into the City and an area of transition from the rural landscape of the Alexander Valley to the more urban core of downtown Healdsburg. In May 2019, the City Council adopted the NEAP to provide specific policies and regulations to guide development on a 32-acre parcel of land located on the west side of Healdsburg Avenue at the north entry to Healdsburg (i.e., the North Village project site). Attachment 12 presents a table that identifies relevant guiding principles and policies from the NEAP that relate to Land Use, Design, Circulation and Open Space, and Utilities. The table provides an evaluation of the Parcel 2 Townhome project's consistency with these planning policies. As summarized in the table, the project is consistent with all of the applicable requirements of the NEAP.

Land Use Code
The Land Use Code contains regulations to implement the policies of the Healdsburg 2030 General Plan, including the NEAP. Applicable Land Use Code regulations for the Parcel 2 Townhome project include provisions relating to specific development standards for lands within the Mixed Use zoning district and within the NEAP Overlay; and general development standards for parking, landscaping, and refuse and recycling areas. Consistency of the project with Land Use Code requirements is summarized in Attachment 13, and the project is consistent with the applicable Land Use Code provisions.

DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS
Design Modifications in Response to Planning Commission Feedback. Feedback to the design team that was provided at the March 28, 2023, Planning Commission workshop is summarized below along with the applicant's responses. As noted, many modifications were incorporated into the project plans in response to Planning Commission suggestions:

1. Consider ways to add more outdoor spaces/amenities for residents to use. Consider adding furnishings (benches, tables, BBQ grills, fire pits, playground features, gardening boxes, etc.).

Response:
 Added a BBQ Center and seating at Building 3.
 Added a raised Community Garden.
 Provided additional ADA accessible tables near the Garden.

2. Consider providing additional recreational features. Possible locations include: the flatter terrain between the access driveway and drainage swale; in the front yard adjacent to the end of the driveway between buildings 2 and 3; in the triangle area between the hammerhead T and the EVA in the northeast corner of the site; in the area between building 3 and the east property boundary.

Response:
 Added a passive greenbelt along the western drainage channel.

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 Added a meandering pathway and seating along the western drainage channel.  Added group seating at the northwest corner of greenbelt adjacent to drainage channel.  Added raised community gardening boxes at triangle area between hammerhead T and EVA in northeast corner.

3. Provide a connection to Perimeter Trail (for dog-walking, etc.).

Response:
 Added pedestrian connection to Perimeter Trail at southwest corner of parcel. Connection will benefit all North Village residents and visitors.

4. Consider ways to increase private outdoor space. Possibilities include: rooftop patios, expanding front porches, adding balconies off living space. Juliette balconies would help create a sense of openness indoors.

Response:
 Expanded front porches where feasible.
 Added usable balconies to second floor on 21 units.
 Added Juliet balconies to second floor of the remaining 6 units.

5. Building 3 – try to enhance public/private spaces, BBQ area, create connection to other buildings.

Response:
 Added BBQ Center and intimate seating area in alcove on east side of Building 3.

6. Consider bigger windows.

Response:
 Addition of balconies provides full height glazing at all balconies providing more natural lighting on all plans.

7. Consider modifying architectural details on building exterior to create more interest.

Response:
 Added vertical and horizontal siding elements to provide more interest to architectural facade.

8. Concerns about the stark appearance of the façades with the garage entries. Consider “shade eyebrows” above garage doors, windows in garage doors, variation in garage door colors, planting Italian cypress trees in between garages, creating some recessed areas, changes in materials, etc.

Response:
 Added "metal planter box" railing element above garages for additional architectural element.  Added windows at the top level of garage door.

9. Suggestions re: modifications to paint colors. Battleship grey tends to obscure variations in building materials. Too much contrast from top to bottom. Look at Saggio Affordable Housing building colors; also look at buildings across the street from the Firehouse.

Response:
 Re-worked color and material palette. Toned down grays and provided more earth tones for siding and stucco to complement architecture on adjacent parcels.

10. Clarify whether the rooftop solar panels will be owned by the individual condominium owners.

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Response:
 Solar panels will be configured for the entire building. Each townhome unit will be designated a portion of the total array (based on unit square footage and kW demand) that will tie into the individual unit meter and the owner will enter into a lease agreement with the solar provider.

Parking Availability & Shared Parking Plan. A shared parking analysis was prepared by Walker Consultants for the entire North Village development and approved by the Planning Commission in conjunction with the Master Conditional Use Permit (CUP 2019-04). It was subsequently amended in conjunction with parcel-specific use permits on Parcels 1, 3 and 4. The latest approved iteration of the Shared Parking Plan (assumed 48 onsite surface parking spaces and 10 shared on-street parking spaces to the Parcel 2 Townhome project to serve 24 townhomes. In the Shared Parking Plan (Attachment 8), the onsite surface parking on Parcel 2 is increased to 54 spaces (in two-car parking garages) to provide dedicated parking for the three additional townhomes that were added to the project. Walker Consultants prepared an updated Parking Demand Analysis (Attachment 9) earlier this year for CUP 2019-04.02. The analysis concluded that the Shared Parking Plan is adequate to meet peak parking demands.

The Shared Parking Plan relies upon sitewide management of the shared parking spaces and implementation of Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Plans for each component of the North Village Project. The Parcel 2 TDM Plan is presented in Attachment 10. A special condition is recommended that details the annual reporting and adaptive management requirements for the Parcel 2 Townhomes. In addition, a special condition is recommended requiring the installation of bicycle racks for guests of the Parcel 2 Townhome residents- a measure that is identified as a "high" priority in the Parcel 2 TDM Plan.

Usable Open Space/Shared Amenities. HMC Section 20.08.175(B) requires a minimum of 200 square feet of usable open space per dwelling unit, unless the requirement is reduced or waived by the Planning Commission in consideration of open space or recreational facilities that are available within reasonable proximity. HMC Section 20.20.015 establishes that required open spaces may be either common or private open space and that each square foot of private open space shall be considered the equivalent of two square feet of common open space and may be so substituted. For 27 units, this equates to a requirement of at least 5,400 square feet of usable open space.

Sheet DR.7 of the Parcel 2 DR Plan Set (Attachment 6) presents an analysis of the private and common open space within the Parcel 2 Townhome project and illustrates the location of the ground level open space areas, patios, and balconies. The project was redesigned following the Planning Commission's workshop in March to add a significant amount of private usable open space (i.e., balconies and patios) as well as shared open space amenities in compliance with the City's usable open space requirements.

There is a total of 15,342 square feet of common usable open space located in the courtyard, BBQ areas, and in the greenspace and gardens along the edge of the development area. As shown, each townhome has usable private ground level open space and/or a second-floor balcony. In total, 17,096 square feet of usable open space is provided.

Landscaping Plans. The Preliminary Landscape Plan for the Parcel 2 Townhome project is shown on Sheet 4 of the civil plans, with enlargements of the amenity areas shown on Sheet 5, a palette of plants shown on Sheet 6, and conceptual furnishings and materials shown on Sheet 7 (see Attachment 6). The landscape design and the identified landscape species are attractive and appropriate for the setting. The

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proposed amenity areas will provide a variety of outdoor areas for residents to congregate and recreate.

The Fire Department has identified a conflict between the "Northern Seating Area" and the Emergency Vehicle Access easement that is required on Parcel 2. To address this conflict, a special condition is recommended requiring that the landscape plan in this area be modified to provide sufficient space for fire apparatus passing/staging area to the satisfaction of the Fire Marshal.

In addition to the usable private and common open space and amenities for the residents of the Parcel 2 Townhomes, Parcel 2 contains a segment of the Perimeter Trail which circumnavigates the entire North Village project site. A connecting pathway to the Perimeter Trail will be installed near the terminus of Dovetail Lane. It will be accessible to all residents and visitors to the North Village project. The plans show one bench on the Parcel 2 Perimeter Trail segment, located near the west property boundary. Staff recommends a special condition requiring placement of an additional bench and the planting of shade trees at the benches, similar to the condition that was required for the Perimeter Trail segment on Parcel 1 (Enso Village). A special condition is also recommended to clarify the timing for installation of the Perimeter Trail segment and the connector (i.e., prior to issuance of the first Certificate of Occupancy for the Parcel 2 Townhome project).

Compliance with Requirements of City's Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance. Land Use Code Section 20.16.105 establishes the City's water-efficient landscaping ordinance ("WELO") requirements.

It is intended to implement a "whole systems approach to design, construction, installation and maintenance of the landscape resulting in water-conserving climate-appropriate landscapes." Compliance with this objective is especially important given the increasing frequency of drought-related water shortages in the region.

The landscaping plans for the Parcel 2 Townhome project are included on Sheets 4-8 of the civil plans in Attachment 6. As proposed, and with the exception of the 755 square foot strip of lawn along the north edge of the project across from the common courtyard, the landscaping is comprised of Low- and Moderate- water use species and utilizes drip irrigation. The WELO calculations, as shown on Sheet 4 of the civil plans, demonstrate that the project's estimated water use would be approximately 184,000 gallons per year which is roughly 56% of the maximum allowable water use for the site established by the City's WELO ordinance.

Parcel 2 Tentative Map (TM 2022-06). The proposed Tentative Map, as shown on Attachment 7, defines one lot (common area parcel) and 27 condominium units. The Tentative Map includes street and utility plans for the privately-owned onsite driveway, walkway, courtyard, and utility improvements. The Tentative Map has been reviewed by the City's Principal Engineer and was found to be compliant with all City requirements.

Parkland Dedication Fees. Per Article VIII "Park and Recreational Land" of the City's Subdivision Ordinance (Healdsburg Municipal Code, Section 17.04.600, et seq.), the developer of the Parcel 2 Townhome project is required to pay a parkland dedication fee (also known as “Quimby Act" fee). A special condition is recommended in the Tentative Map Conditions of Approval that clarifies the timing for payment of the fee.

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FINDINGS & RECOMMENDATIONS REGARDING DESIGN REVIEW PERMIT Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve the Major Design Review permit for the Parcel 2 Townhome project (DR 2022-23) based on the following findings and subject to the Conditions of Approval attached to the Planning Commission resolution presented in Attachment 1.

A. The proposed development or use is consistent with all applicable policies and requirements of the General Plan and Land Use Code.

The proposed North Village Parcel 2 Townhome project is a residential use type that is permitted within the Mixed Use "MU" land use classification in the Healdsburg 2030 General Plan. The Master Conditional Use Permit (CUP 2019-04.02) and the Development Agreement (DA 2020-01.04) for the North Village Project determined that the mix of uses and densities proposed for the North Village are consistent with the General Plan. The North Village Project advances General Plan policies encouraging development of a variety of housing types to address housing needs in the community, including affordable housing. The Parcel 2 Townhome project is consistent with the vision, guiding principles, policies, and guidelines of the North Entry Area Plan (NEAP) which was adopted as an amendment to the Healdsburg 2030 General Plan. The project complies with the requirements of the Mixed Use "MU" zoning classification and the North Entry Area Plan "NEAP" Overlay as established in the Land Use Code (Healdsburg Municipal Code, Title 20) as discussed in detail in the staff report and Attachment 11, Attachment 12, and Attachment 13 for the August 8, 2023, Planning Commission hearing for DR 2022-23.

B. The proposed design of the development or use, and all appurtenant structures, is consistent with the policies set forth in the Citywide Design Guidelines, as may be amended from time to time.

Although the Citywide Design Guidelines are applicable to all projects subject to Major and Minor design review, they are only mandatory within “Character Area 1.” In areas subject to a specific Area Plan, such as the NEAP, the Area Plan provides design guidelines and standards, and the Citywide Design Guidelines are only used to provide additional information about topics not addressed within the Area Plan. The North Village site is located within the planning area for the NEAP, which establishes comprehensive design standards for development. Therefore, the project design was evaluated for consistency with the design guidelines established in the NEAP and was found to be consistent. See discussion below for Finding E and Attachment 12 to the staff report for the August 8, 2023 hearing for DR 2022-23.

C. The proposed development or use is consistent with the purposes of the zoning district in which it is located.

The North Village Project includes a mix of uses that was determined to be consistent with the special purposes of the MU District and the NEAP Overlay when the Planning Commission granted the Master Conditional Use Permit (CUP 2019-04) for the North Village Project on February 11, 2020, and subsequently amended it on February 28, 2023. The amendment to Major Conditional Use Permit (CUP 2021-04.02) has been considered in conjunction with the Major Design Review Permit for the Parcel 2 Townhome project (DR 2022-23). The proposed residential development is generally consistent with the zoning district, and as conditioned, the project is consistent with the zoning district’s specific requirements.

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D. The proposed development or use is consistent with all other conditions imposed by the Planning Commission or City Council with respect to any matter related to the purpose of design review.

The proposed North Village Parcel 2 Townhome project is consistent with the NEAP, the Master Conditional Use Permit for the North Village Project, as amended, (CUP 2019-04.02), and the North Village Development Agreement, as amended (DA 2020-01.04). All applicable conditions associated with the Master Conditional Use Permit are incorporated into this approval. The Parcel 2 Townhome project is also required to comply with all applicable mitigations of the Final Environmental Impact Report for the North Entry Area Plan (NEAP EIR) and the NEAP EIR Addendum, as presented in the adopted Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (NEAP MMRP).

E. For proposed developments or uses in the North Entry Area Plan Overlay, the design of the development or use, and all appurtenant structures, is consistent with the goals, policies, objectives and design guidelines set forth in the North Entry Area Plan, as adopted by the Healdsburg City Council on May 20, 2019, as may be amended from time to time.

As detailed in the staff report and Attachment 12 (NEAP Consistency Analysis) for Design Review permit DR 2022-23, the Parcel 2 Townhome project is consistent with the Guiding Principles, Land Use & Development Standards, and Design Guidelines established in the NEAP.

FINDINGS & RECOMMENDATIONS REGARDING TENTATIVE MAP
The Planning Commission's role in review of the Tentative Map is advisory to the City Council. Staff recommends that the Planning Commission recommend that the City Council approve the Tentative Map (TM 2022-06) for the Parcel 2 Townhome project based on the following findings and subject to the Conditions of Approval attached to the Planning Commission resolution presented in Attachment 2:

A. The proposed map and its design and improvements are consistent with the general plan and any applicable specific plan.

The proposed Tentative Map (TM 2022-06) identifies one common parcel and 27 condominium parcels that are consistent with the intent of the Mixed Use land use classification in the General Plan and the North Entry Area Plan. The parcels will allow for the separate ownership of the residential townhomes in the Parcel 2 Townhome project. Attachment 11 and Attachment 12 of the Planning Commission staff report for the August 8, 2023, public hearing on TM 2022-06 provide a detailed analysis of the Project's consistency with the Healdsburg 2030 General Plan and the North Entry Area Plan, respectively.

B. The site is physically suitable for the type and proposed density of development.

C. The design of the subdivision and the proposed improvements are not likely to cause substantial environmental damage or substantially and avoidably injure fish or wildlife or their habitat.

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D. The design of the subdivision and the type of improvements are not likely to cause serious public health problems.

E. The design of the subdivision and the type of improvements will not conflict with easements, acquired by the public at large, for access through or use of property within the proposed subdivision.

There are no prescriptive easements acquired by the public at large through the project site. The North Entry Area Plan and its associated entitlements identify a Perimeter Trail corridor for future public access that traverses the property. The design of the Tentative Map and associated site improvements will not conflict with the future trail corridors.

The design of the subdivision provides for solar access and allows for passive or natural heating and cooling opportunities.

ALTERNATIVES
The Planning Commission may consider the following alternative actions to the above recommendations:

Alternative 1 – Approve Resolutions with modifications based on changes identified at the Planning Commission hearing.

Alternative 2 – Continue action on the applications in order for the Applicant to address Planning Commission concerns and require that matter be brought back to the Planning Commission for future action. This would likely require noticing of a future public hearing.

Alternative 3 – Continue action on the applications and provide direction to staff to prepare a resolution for denial based on inconsistencies with applicable City regulations or policies. This would require noticing of a future public hearing.

ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS:

During the NEAP planning process, an Environmental Impact Report ("NEAP EIR") was prepared to analyze the potential project and cumulative environmental impacts associated with future development under the NEAP (State Clearinghouse No. 2018062041). The NEAP EIR found that, with the implementation of mitigation measures identified in the EIR, all significant impacts could be reduced to a less than significant level except for the traffic impacts and safety hazards at the U.S. 101/Dry Creek Road intersection and the Dry Creek Road/Grove Street intersection. These impacts were identified as significant unavoidable adverse impacts and pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15083, a Statement of Overriding Considerations was adopted as part of the City Council resolution certifying the NEAP EIR. On May 20, 2019, the City Council certified the NEAP EIR and adopted a Mitigation Monitoring

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and Reporting Program ("NEAP MMRP") to ensure that mitigation measures identified in the EIR are implemented.

Review of the Master Conditional Use Permit and Development Agreement for the North Village project involved preparation of an Environmental Checklist in order to determine whether and to what extent the NEAP EIR remained sufficient to address the potential impacts of the project. The analysis included updated traffic modeling and greenhouse gas emissions analysis to account for the specific uses proposed.

An Addendum to the NEAP EIR was prepared, pursuant to Public Resources Code section 21166 and CEQA Guidelines section 15164, to document the City’s review of the North Village project. As explained in the Addendum, the City determined that the North Village Project did not warrant preparation of a new subsequent or supplemental EIR as it involved no new significant environmental effects and would not result in a substantial increase in the severity of previously identified significant effects.

For the Parcel 2 Residential Townhomes project, which is a component of the North Village Project, the City has identified the following applicable CEQA streamlining and/or tiering code sections, each of which, separately and independently, provides a basis for the project’s CEQA compliance:

Based on an examination of the analysis, findings, and conclusions of the NEAP EIR and Addendum, the potential impacts of the proposed North Village Project remain within the impacts previously analyzed and disclosed in the NEAP EIR and its Addendum. Moreover, none of the circumstances described in CEQA Guidelines section 15162 that require subsequent or supplemental environmental review have occurred. Therefore, per CEQA Guidelines sections 15162, 15164, and 15183 no further analysis is required under CEQA before taking action on the Design Review and Tentative Map applications for the Parcel 2 Townhome project.

FISCAL INFORMATION
The North Village Project is a privately funded development. The overall project will generate property tax, transient occupancy tax, and sales tax revenues which will help to offset the City's costs of providing services to the project.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Design Review (DR 2022-23) Resolution

2. Tentative Map (TM 2022-06) Resolution

3. Site Vicinity Map

4. North Village Project Map

5. Project Narrative - Parcel 2 Townhomes

6. Design Review Plan Set - Parcel 2 Townhomes

7. Parcel 2 Tentative Map

8. North Village Master Parking Plan

9. Parking Demand Analysis Update

10. Parcel 2 Transportation Demand Management Plan

11. Healdsburg General Plan 2030 Consistency Analysis

12. NEAP Consistency Analysis

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13. Land Use Code Consistency Analysis
Background documentation for the North Village project includes the following documents which are available on the City's website at: https://www.ci.healdsburg.ca.us/842/North-Entry-Area-Plan:
 North Entry Area Plan Draft EIR & Appendices
 North Entry Area Plan Final EIR & Appendix A
 North Entry Area Plan Mitigation Monitoring & Reporting Program  North Entry Area Plan EIR Addendum
 North Village Development Agreement
 1st Amendment to the Development Agreement
 2nd Amendment to the Development Agreement
 3rd Amendment to the Development Agreement
 4th Amendment to the Development Agreement
In addition, the following technical documents relating to the North Village project are available for review at the City of Healdsburg Community Development Center, 401 Grove Street, Healdsburg, CA during normal business hours:
 North Village Vegetation Management Plan (April 2023)  North Village Geotechnical Report (May 2020)
 North Village Geotechnical Update (March 2021)
 North Village Master Hydrology Report (April 2020)
 North Village Fire Flow Analysis Reports (April 2020, May 2023)  Preliminary Title Report (October 2022)
 North Village Reciprocal Easement Agreement (August 2020)  Parcel 2 Stormwater Low Impact Development Report (November 2022)

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Attachment: August 8, 2023 PC staff report for DR 2022-23 and TM 2022-06 (4338 : North Village Parcel 2 Townhomes)

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Attachment: August 8, 2023 PC meeting minutes (4338 : North Village Parcel 2 Townhomes)

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Attachment: August 8, 2023 PC meeting minutes (4338 : North Village Parcel 2 Townhomes)

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Attachment: August 8, 2023 PC meeting minutes (4338 : North Village Parcel 2 Townhomes)

CITY OF HEALDSBURG

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 20, 2024
SUBJECT: Discussion of SMART Station Location Options
PREPARED BY: Larry Zimmer, Public Works Director
STRATEGIC INITIATIVE(S):

Maintain and Improve Infrastructure and Facilities
RECOMMENDED ACTION(S):

Receive presentation and provide direction.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/OUTREACH:

At the August 21, 2023 City Council meeting, a presentation was provided to determine if an alternative SMART station location should be further considered, and if so, what the process will be. Per Council direction, a community meeting was held on October 19, 2023, at the Healdsburg Senior Center to solicit community input. SMART has also been engaged in direct community outreach, including project updates to the Healdsburg and Geyserville Chambers of Commerce.

BACKGROUND:

SMART has been awarded grant funding adequate to complete rail and pathway construction to Windsor and to begin work to Healdsburg. The City currently has a window of opportunity to reconsider the station location. The current railroad depot site has long been the planned location of the SMART station in Healdsburg. In 2015, a forty-eight-space parking lot was constructed in anticipation of coming passenger rail service and per the guidance of the Central Healdsburg Area Plan (CHAP) and previous station planning documents.

SMART will use a center platform with split track to accommodate trains in both directions.

There is adequate space for the center platform configuration on Grove Street across from the City Hall parking lot, or on Vine Street between North Street and Matheson Street along the West Plaza parking lot. The Grove Street site is no longer being considered since the station would result in negative impacts to adjacent properties and be located further from available parking and the center of the downtown area.

The two remaining station location options are the historic depot site on Hudson Street, which

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was referred to as the “Depot Site” previously and on Vine Street, adjacent to West Plaza Parking Lot. For clarity, these two sites will be referred to throughout this report as the Hudson and West Plaza sites. A station more conveniently located to the downtown core may increase ridership, further reduce use of single passenger vehicles, and provide more direct access to the center of the city. With that said, both sites come with a variety of pros and cons related to anticipated ridership, coordination with the greater transportation system, and interface with nearby properties and land use plans.

Council provided direction to staff on August 21, 2023, to hold a community meeting along with a request for additional information prior to deciding on a location. In October a well-attended public meeting was held to answer questions and receive comments about the pros and cons of these two sites. City staff from Public Works, Planning and Building, and the City Manager’s office, along with SMART staff and a representative from Sonoma County Transit answered questions and documented the comments received. Attachment 1 to this report summarizes the written comments received.

Staff from SMART and the City have maintained an active and collaborative dialog throughout the process. To better understand SMART operations, City staff and two Council Members participated in a guided ride to view firsthand the Petaluma and Larkspur stations, where we walked the equivalent distance from the Hudson site to the Healdsburg Plaza. The distance from the Larkspur Station to the Ferry terminal has proved challenging for potential riders with limited mobility and offers an example of the importance of station placement. The walk to the Ferry terminal is less direct, slightly longer, and a greater elevation difference than the walk from the Healdsburg Depot to the Plaza.

DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS:

Selection of the passenger rail station location is vitally important to the City. Moving the station, once constructed, will be costly and potentially infeasible. Additionally, the location of the station has the potential to serve as a catalyst for future development. All parties share the goal of making passenger rail desirable to the largest number of residents, employees, and visitors to reduce single passenger vehicle use and thereby reduce traffic congestion and greenhouse gas emissions to benefit the region and our residents.

The public meeting was well attended and provided valuable feedback. Based on staff’s observation, the attendees were primarily local residents rather than representatives of local business or other stakeholders. The attendees that shared a preference largely preferred the Hudson site, although there was some support for the West Plaza site as well. The community’s concerns mostly fell into several categories that are discussed herein.

Traffic Impacts: The number of train trips through the roundabout was of high concern to the community. SMART’s planned level of service is up to 38 (19 in each direction) weekday trips per day, and 16 weekend trips per day. SMART staff have indicated the City has the option to request reduced service levels. Gates will be down for approximately 60-90 seconds at each crossing. At most times of the day the traffic impact is expected to be negligible, though during the morning and evening traffic volume peaks the impact has not been analyzed in detail and would require a traffic study to fully gauge the impact. It is important to note that when

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passenger service extends to Cloverdale this impact will occur regardless of the station location.

There is no schedule for when service will expand north, but SMART is committed to building the full route as approved by voters. If the station is located at West Plaza, both Matheson and North Streets would remain open during passenger loading and unloading. Many workshop participants expressed concern that there will more traffic congestion if the station is located at West Plaza. This cannot be quantified without a traffic study.

Choose a location for the future, not current conditions. Several residents commented that trip generators and destinations may change as the South Entry Area, Central Healdsburg, and Northern Healdsburg develop.

Foss Creek Pathway: SMART will utilize a center platform with split track to accommodate trains in both directions. If the station is built at West Plaza, staff anticipates there will be the loss of many mature trees and green space, due to the realignment of the Foss Creek trail, and removal of parking within the rail right of way. There have been requests to better define these impacts, specifically how will the area look after track and station work is complete but a site plan is not available at this time. Details on tree removal, tree replacement, and trail realignment would be determined as SMART proceeds with station design. Improvements at the Hudson site can be accommodated within the rail right of way and would have little impact.

Parking: The West Plaza station requires realignment of the tracks which will result in the removal of existing parking spaces within the West Plaza Parking Lot, which are in the railroad right of way. SMART estimates 30-50 spaces will be removed, though this too cannot be confirmed until preliminary design is completed. Some private parking spaces, which are leased from SMART, south of Matheson Street in the current rail right of way may also be removed due to necessary rail realignment. It is unclear if these spaces may be impacted if the station is located on Hudson when the rail is extended to Cloverdale. Additionally, SMART has indicated that approximately 50 spaces in the West Plaza lot or within walking distance of the SMART station would be necessary to serve the station. Putting that into perspective, the West Plaza Parking lot contains approximately 351 spaces, 45 of which are committed to Hotel Healdsburg, leaving 306 available to the public. Through the lease agreement with the Swenson Building another 127 are committed to remain open for their parking demand but are not exclusive to that property, leaving 179. If 30 spaces are eliminated for station construction and another 50 are dedicated to SMART users, that leaves 79 uncommitted parking spaces open to the public.

There is parking capacity available at City Hall after approximately 70 new parking spaces were added in 2019. The Foley Family Pavilion will construct 41 additional public parking spaces, though there will be times, particularly during events, when those parking spaces will be unavailable. Parking impacts to the neighborhoods surrounding the plaza and on street parking near the station are expected.

If the station is at Hudson, there are 48 existing spaces which should be adequate to meet station parking needs, but overflow parking could impact the neighborhood. It should be noted that there is a vacant lot owned by the County that was envisioned as additional parking to serve SMART per the CHAP. The county is currently intending to use the lot for a community garden under a 3-year lease to Farm to Pantry, so its availability is uncertain.

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SMART is open to discussing a range of parking arrangements with the City. The demand for parking at the station will depend on a variety of factors, including station location and the balance of inbound vs. outbound riders. Based on Healdsburg’s role as both a tourist and employee destination, the parking demand in downtown Healdsburg may be mitigated by the arrival of SMART. Dedicated spaces for SMART could be weekday-only, opening up more parking spaces for weekend demand.

Transit Coordination: Many comments in support of the Hudson station were related to the vision of a multiuse transit hub as identified in the CHAP and previous station planning documents, or how the future station will connect with existing transit. Unfortunately, a traditional transit hub on Hudson Street may not be feasible. Sonoma County Transit has made it clear that they will not run regional (Route 60) buses to this area, though they could run the smaller (Route 67) local bus to this location. The larger buses will not use the undersized Memorial Bridge, thus making access to the area inefficient. Additionally, the turns to Harmon and Hudson streets and the curves make travel difficult for large buses. The West Plaza station could include construction of a bus pullout. SCT, Amtrak and private coach bus services could reroute to this site to create something similar to a hub. The construction of a bus pullout would likely eliminate six existing on street parking spaces on Vine Street.

Microtransit: Regardless of location, a microtransit system could be provided in order to improve access to the station. The Healdsburg Plaza, a major destination for many trips, is approximately 700 ft from the proposed West Plaza station and 1800 feet from the Hudson station. Walking distances over a quarter mile (1300 feet) may deter some transit riders.

SMART, through prior experience and industry standards, recognizes this as an impediment to some users and believes the the West Plaza station location will maximize ridership. Most comments from the community meeting indicated the walk from the depot was not a major concern, though people with limited mobility, those carrying luggage, and winter conditions of darkness and inclement weather may result in fewer people willing to use the train if the station is at the Hudson site and Downtown is their destination. Since future ridership destinations and sources are not fully understood, it is hard to determine if the Plaza should be used as the primary destination for determining walking distances. For example, development across the Russian River as part of the South Entry Area or once the North Entry Area is fully built and occupied could become a future destination or source of riders. Regardless, a shuttle, bike share, or other form of “last mile” transportation will support access to either station location.

Exploring microtransit is included in our Climate Mobilization Strategy and staff is currently investigating funding models and options.

Existing depot buildings: There is clear interest in renovating and putting the existing depot buildings into use. The buildings, which are on rail right of way and owned by SMART, will not be used for passenger rail regardless of station location. SMART does not intend to fund or lead renovation of the buildings but is unlikely to object to City funded project to repair the buildings.

The City has no current funding or plans for the buildings. The selection of the station site does not impact the city’s ability to rehabilitate the buildings or use them for other purposes. Having the historic depot building adjacent to a new station was desired by some commenters, however, uses that generate parking could conflict with rail passenger parking if the station is located near the depot. If the station is ultimately located at the Hudson site, staff believes that basic cosmetic

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improvements – at a minimum – would be appropriate and beneficial for making the location a welcoming destination for riders.

Housing and jobs: The location of a station relative to housing and jobs was also discussed frequently at the community meeting. There are approximately 652 housing units within a quarter mile of the Hudson station and 393 within a quarter mile of the West Plaza station.

When expanded to a half mile they are nearly equal with 1450 at Hudson versus 1509 units around the West Plaza station. Jobs increase as you go north from the existing depot to the downtown area and continue north. There are clearly more jobs nearer to the West Plaza site. It is worth noting that the quarter mile radii for both locations overlap limiting the distinction in proximity to jobs and housing.

SMART provided the following information from the Census LEHD Job Flow report (2021):
• There are approximately 40% more jobs in the ¼ mile Downtown station area vs. Depot station area (1,159 jobs in Downtown v. 774 jobs in Depot area) • Only approximately 355 workers commute into the Depot station area vs. over 1,100 for the Downtown station area.
• There are also approximately 40% more commuters from outside Healdsburg commuting to the West Plaza station area vs. Hudson.
• Of the jobs in both areas, a higher proportion of jobs in the Downtown station area are lower income ($3,333/month and under)
• The Downtown station area has nearly 5x the number of Accommodation and Food Services workers as the Depot area (144 vs 705).

Connecting the residents south of the tracks to the downtown: The neighborhood encompassed by Ward Street, Adeline Way, and Palm Avenue currently lacks direct bike and pedestrian routes to areas north of the tracks. There has been discussion regarding how the station location may improve connectivity. If the Hudson Street site is selected, it is assumed that a bike/ped crossing at the station is feasible, though how that crossing, if allowed, will connect remains unclear. If the station is located at West Plaza, SMART has stated that creating a crossing of the tracks to the Ward neighborhood is still possible, but must be approved by the California Public Utilities Commission. A pedestrian only at-grade crossing not at a street is unique and may be difficult to get approved.

The CHAP envisioned a new roadway, designated as Railroad Avenue, to connect Ward to Adeline and continue northerly to connect with Branch Lane within the Mill District. The proposed Railroad Avenue is completely within SMART right of way and requires a transfer of property rights. Until the use of the wider portion of the rail right of way near the historic depot is clarified, it is uncertain whether Railroad Avenue is possible. Regardless of the station location, staff believes that the Railroad Avenue extension is worth pursuing to enhance connectivity.

Options for Further Analysis
The City Council and our community have requested many pieces of information to inform the selection of the station site, such as detailed station renderings, parking impacts, economic benefits, and traffic impacts. While some level of detail can be known at this stage in the process,

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more information will be available as SMART moves into the design process. Additional studies would require time and funding and should be evaluated as to their value in the decision-making process.

SMART has received additional grant funding for the Healdsburg portion of the SMART rail and pathway system through the Federal Railroad Administration Consolidated Railroad Infrastructure and Safety Improvements Program (CRISI) and has planned an active grant campaign over the next 3 to 12 months to secure the remaining funds needed for completion of this segment of the project, with award notifications between June 2024 and June 2025. SMART is also actively seeking and has pending grant requests for funding to complete the system through to Cloverdale. The agency has been given authority by a new state law to deliver projects with a new method (progressive design-build; October 2023). SMART is currently assessing the details of this new authority and how it can be applied to the extension north; it should allow delivery of the entire rail and pathway project to Healdsburg and completion of work as funding is received. Given the new developments, SMART can advance project delivery with the decision of the final station location still pending or deferred until later in 2024.

ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP:

The City of Healdsburg has adopted a Climate Mobilization Strategy (CMS) in support of State and Regional greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction goals. The Strategy identifies key measures and actions that will be most impactful in reducing GHG emissions, are equitable, feasible, and community driven. Transportation makes up approximately 60% of Healdsburg GHG profile. Of that, approximately 95% of transportation GHG emissions are due to on-road transportation.

Measure T-2 in the CMS states: Implement programs for public transportation that achieve 10% of public transit mode share by 2030. The arrival of SMART in Healdsburg offers a key opportunity for mode shift in the community. Higher ridership on the rail system can be directly correlated with GHG reductions for Healdsburg. Either station will result in GHG reductions.

ALTERNATIVES AND REQUEST FOR DIRECTION:

Since the impacts from the West Plaza site are not clearly defined and community feedback indicates a strong preference for the current planned location on Hudson, there is not clear motivation for relocating the station based on currently available information and analysis.

As described above, SMART can advance the project with the decision of the final station location still pending or deferred until later in 2024.

Alternative 1. Council could direct staff to proceed with intention for SMART to construct site near the current historic depot along Hudson Street.

Alternative 2. Council could request additional information prior to deciding to relocate the station. The information requested may include continued public engagement and feedback, a detailed layout and rendering of the West Plaza station along with parking, landscaping, and Foss Creek Path impacts, a traffic study, confirmation of the plan for a pedestrian crossing at the depot site or anything else the Council believes necessary to assess relocating the station. Additional studies would require time and funding and should be evaluated as to their weight in the decision-making process.

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Related, but potentially distinct from the station location decision, Council may wish to consider other factors such as:
• Agreement with SMART for use of right of way to allow construction of “Railroad Avenue.”
• Agreement with SMART to allow City use of historic depot buildings. • Collaboration with SMART regarding use of right-of-way for future development, such as affordable housing.
• Crossing of tracks to provide more direct access for residents south of the tracks to the downtown area.

These items could be incorporated into a larger agreement between the City and SMART that also includes station location, cost sharing, or other factors.

FISCAL IMPACT:

Completion of the rail and pathway system north of the Hudson site will require construction of road crossings at Matheson Street, North Street and through the 5-way Roundabout. These crossings come with additional costs and traffic impacts, though the impacts will occur as service extends to Cloverdale regardless of the location of the Healdsburg station. If the West Plaza site is selected, the cost of the additional work, plus the cost to update the environmental impact report (which only considered the Hudson site) will be included by SMART in the project budget and their ongoing grant requests. All costs associated with the standard SMART station amenities and infrastructure will be funded by SMART; costs to the City would be limited to non-standard station amenities. If the City ultimately selects the West Plaza station staff will recommend development and approval of a written agreement.

ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS:

Pursuant to Section 15378(b)(5) of the State CEQA Guidelines, the proposed action is an administrative activity of the City that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes to the environment; and is, therefore, not a project for purposes of CEQA. A prior EIR prepared under the direction of SMART includes the Hudson Street station. If the Council determines that the West Plaza station is preferred the EIR will need to be amended.

ATTACHMENT(S):

Community Comments

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WEST PLAZA / DOWNTOWN

1. If we switched at Windsor to more narrow-gauge "spur" lines/vehicles, would there be other choices?

2. What happened to the guaranteed bike lane next to every mile of track?

3. No depot needed- Just a covered platform for both locations.

4. How many minutes and hours many times per day will the round-a-bout need to be closed per day with downtown option?

5. The Depot can be part of our historic buildings but for public transit, we need the downtown station.

6. Would trees be lost on Vine Street? Against any plan that would cause the loss of Walnut trees on Vine Street. Adds unnecessary noise to downtown
area.

7. Will the arms stay down across North & Matheson while train is at station?

8. What about offering valet parking?

9. Aside from Foss Creek Apartments, no one lives near City Hall.

10. Existing parking is not adequate to handle addition of SMART park & ride.

11. Cannot accommodate a longer train in the future?

12. Matheson & North Street would be closed at RRX while train in station if downtown 5 min. or more.

13. Con: Requires train to pass through two to three extra intersections unnecessarily endangering public. There is already not enough parking
downtown & this will take away more parking both with the new infrastructure & with commuter parking near the train station.

14. Train usage depends on easy access and convenience this downtown is best location. People can walk to the plaza, hotels, restaurants etc. & it is more centrally located.

15. Adds more traffic to an already busy part of town.

16. Parking is a necessity- far more and far cheaper parking near existing station.

17. Much more opportunity for city-centered development at the existing station- the Vine Street location is basically built out.

18. I'm concerned about quality of life for the people who live on Ward Street. Are their voices being heard?

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19. Transit connectivity should be the first priority for our transit hub. Downtown provides that.

SMART prefers downtown!

20. Downtown will send more people for commuting to work or southbound. Parking doesn't seem to be an issue at other depots.

21. After hearing an explanation, I still don't understand why the depot location cannot be made to accommodate large busses.

22. Connections to west are difficult (101), so nearest residential is over 1/4 to the east.

23. Location south of North Street is better w/ access to North & Matheson. If selected ensure multiple connections to east.

24. How do you mitigate the traffic circle problem if the SMART train goes to downtown?

25. I am concerned the Vine Street location brings more noise in to center of town.

26. Please enhance the graphic description of the downtown station to illustrate the row of likely removed parking spots in the lot.

27. How many spots & where will the parking lot be located?

28. Who are we building the depot for? The community? The visitors? Hopefully both but the community is more permanent & reliable as train riders.

29. What does Healdsburg get by changing to this location? A couple of minutes closer to core for visitors, but what else? Will short difference in
distance really affect ridership?

30. Barriers coming down at roundabout 30+ times a day!

31. Do we want to cultivate Healdsburg as a destination (where people visit) or as an origination (where people live)? 60 second delay at roundabout 38
times a day- not a good scenario! Especially at times when traffic backs up as it is.

32. How many parking spaces will have to be taken out in the main parking along Vine for the double tracks?

33. Opposed to # of parking spaces & trees lost at downtown location.

34. No one mentioned tree removal for Vine St. location.

35. The downtown location will cause serious traffic issues. Trains will pass thru the circle 38 times a day.

36. Convenience drives ridership convenience equals downtown.

37. Negative- Streets blocked Matheson & North. Positive- When Smithsonian train was here 1 month in late 90's pedicabs started up bringing tourists to plaza & taxi service.

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38. By placing a depot downtown, you are pulling more cars towards parking there. (I do not see a future explosion of bus/cycle use in the next 5-10
years). Large cost to rip up Foss Creek Trail & Legacy trees at Vine St. Bad if you are headed anywhere else in town- have you experienced a large event downtown? Very hard to get in/out.

39. Train use is directly correlated to convenience thus downtown is the best location. Love the old station but it is too far from the center of town.

40. Downtown station Depot Housing friends of SMART Dani Sheehan [email protected]

41. Downtown is better for transit connections. Depot is better for 10-car excursion trains.

42. Cons-Will take up valuable parking spots, including people parking nearby the train station for the whole day while they are gone. Has the train pass
through 3 intersections unnecessarily. Ruins the nice shady area that exists there now. Adds unnecessary noise to downtown area. Adds a lot more foot & car traffic to an already heavily used area.

43. Can we run a survey that would let us know exactly how many people favor each location? DEPOT

1. Doesn't impede as much traffic i.e. roundabout etc. Great place to park a 2nd train. Bus station close to Healdsburg Ave. Doesn't take up downtown
parking (cars parking all day to commute). Extra traffic from commutes from North. Great historic location. Less infrastructure needed. Parking gates &
backed up traffic (round about) don't mix.

2. Sonoma County Parks' draft of Russian River Memorial Beach will have west beach access from stairs down from RR PEP/bike bridge.

3. Establish bird e-bike pass for SMART users-last mile, yes! I agree.

4. Existing "station" is "shovel ready" and will not require significant changes to infrastructure.

Strong in favor of existing historic depot location.

5. Save the Depot! Love Petaluma STA. Let's do a Healdsburg Historic idea @ depot.

6. On a long range plan the activity at the depot will "activate" the neighborhood.

7. Shuttle system to either spot to any area in Healdsburg.

8. Developing a convenient micro-transit system in Healdsburg will allow easy interface with the historic depot.

9. Keep it at depot location historic.

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10. Solve "long bus" access issue by shuttle. Have electric shuttles take passengers to & from buses & downtown. - Who would develop and pay for it?

11. There needs to be pedestrian access to "other side of tracks" (south).

12. A "station" is not necessary!!! A ticket terminal would be adequate.

13. The city can support a "Welcome Center" or at least services like public restrooms in ticket office building.

14. Much of the analysis/data presented describes the "as is" status-current development etc. The question for the community should be, what do we
want "to be"?

15. The buses are empty. Don't base a decision on an empty bus. That train already left the station.

The people who will use the train are not going to
jump to a bus.

16. Bus stop is close by on Healdsburg Ave. within easy walking distance. It's close to Memorial beach via bike path.

17. How will we decide? Criteria- EG Convenience (A&B). A- Mobility challenged B- businesses.

Weighing value (0-10). Driving future development long
Range plan for area west parking built out housing at depot.

18. What about a DEIBA criterion?

19. Consider moving depot station closer to Healdsburg Ave. shorten last mile.

20. Maybe we should host workshops with our youth. They are the ones that will live with this decision.

21. The Central Healdsburg Area Plan prioritized shifting the "center of gravity" south. Depot does not require 2 intersections to be blocked by train RRX
when in station (Matheson & North St).

22. Use Longboard parking for transit turnaround (Healdsburg Ave. to Matheson to Fitch then corner of Harmon & Fitch, turn & return to 101 same
route).

23. Traffic mitigation @ round-about. # of trains closing intersection & backing up traffic could be mitigated by 101 on/off ramp on southern side of
Mill/Westside Rd. We've already done 1/2 the work.

24. What are the opportunities for developing the land around the depot as affordable transitoriented housing compared to the downtown location?

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25. No one mentioned significant loss of parking spaces if depot is moved downtown. A definite current problem & will be even worse if depot is moved
downtown!! Depot station now- can use smaller buses or vans to transport people to town- if they can't walk that relatively short distance! No one
mentioned tonight about the severe impact on traffic into/out of Healdsburg via rotary & road construction traffic if depot is moved to downtown site vs original old depot site!!

26. Invest in public transit frequency for better access to arriving at the station without a car.

27. Relative distance between locations to Plaza is no issue. 7 minutes walking (to depot) vs 4+ minutes walking (Vine St. to Plaza)

28. Depot has historical significance, but also interesting potential for future. More room for bikes parking, information/way finding, hydration station,
etc.

29. Bus used to stop near depot at empty lot @ Fitch. Do this again?

30. As much parking as you need.

31. I agree with the statement above (at top) re: distance between locations to Plaza. I have walked both and it's at most a 3 minute difference.

32. Do not induce traffic congestion for people driving to the train. I don't care about parking. Build less!

33. Easy to fit longer trains or special trains for large events. (Not crammed between streets).

34. Better emergency access?

35. What alternatives to last mile connectivity are feasible? SMART Connect/subsidized ride share/etc.

36. Less impact on the environment. Vine Street takes out part of the sidewalk and trees to accommodate the track. Also takes parking spaces.

37. Better access for commuters, workers, and connectivity to local transit & resources.

38. Great opportunity to enhance that area of town.

39. More opportunities for housing and redevelopment with connection to river.

40. Originally identified as central node to S. Healdsburg Ave plan. This location is better 'anchor" for activity needed for residents.

41. Distance for walking should be made better with shade trees. Art along path to make it feel like appropriate "gateway" to town.

42. Shuttles & ebikes should be considered vs buses from depot to downtown

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44. Depot location will keep even more traffic from downtown. Not make parking even harder. 1/4 mile is not too far to walk to town.

45. Existing station can serve as community space and a visual marker of historic interest. Amtrak bus makes maybe 1-2 stops/day, so it seems like there
are other ways like shuttle to assist folks with the long walk. We have very few public services in the plaza- can be more equitable by adding services
south of the plaza. (restrooms, water, directions, etc.). Very cheap to get platforms now and room to grow.

46. I am against the downtown station- the depot area is well within walking distance of hotels & shops, restaurants, etc. A bus stop is close by
Healdsburg Ave.

47. Close to #60 bus stop. Is in under utilized area of Healdsburg which needs some focus for future development. Already has 2 small parking lots. Is within easy walking distance of the Plaza. Does not require the train to travel through at least two + maybe three intersections. Is close to Memorial
Beach. Extra commuter street parking is available nearby. Area is not over crowded with people.

Can provide employment for a pedi cab.

48. I don't see why a downtown station would be shoehorned into an already- fully developed area with periods of congestion no space for new housing,
while the town is & has expanded its business center towards the south & east with housing & parking space. To base this new site on walking distance is mistaken notion. Shuttles are possible & cab service its expanding downtown & can serve to transfer to busses.

Emails

1. Hi, I wanted to email regarding the SMART train depot location. We should definitely have it where the original depot location near Fogbelt. It already has room and is perfect location. There’s absolutely no parking downtown, it would require additional construction work and cause lots of issues if it was elsewhere. The original depot location is perfect, very accessible and definitely not too far for those taking the train to get into downtown Healdsburg without a car. I think it’s very important that we just use the existing location and not make it more complicated than it needs to be.

2. Very thought-provoking SMART workshop last week, perhaps some minds were changed… I do plan an article this week and hope to hear from you hopefully before the end of day tomorrow on the following: What happens now? Is a report summarizing the findings of the workshop prepared, presented to council? Will a recommendation be made, and by whom? Does the council have to

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Packet Pg. 110 Attachment: Community Comments (4296 : SMART Station Location) vote on a City preference for a SMART station in town – and is so when cam that be expected? Will an additional EIR be necessary for the Vine St. location, above and beyond what may already have been done for the Depot location?

3. Per our conversation, the following are some of the comments/feedback I have heard: - For the Downtown Station Renderings, please include an overlay of where the tracks will go & how much parking would potentially be impacted. The renderings last night didn’t show clearly there would be tracks on both sides of the station in the aerial view. What is the ridership number estimate of riders transferring from the Amtrack bus to the SMART train? What happens to the SMART train should the voters not vote to extend the funding? How far north can the Station Platform be placed for pedestrian access South of the Roundabout (feedback was, if it’s placed as close to the Roundabout as possible, it’s that much closer to existing bus stops, downtown, etc. without going through the Roundabout) Going forward, if the discussion is between the two locations, better 3-D renderings would be helpful of the various crossings (Front St., Roundabout, Matheson, etc.)

4. Mayor Kelly and Council Members, The October 19 SMART station workshop was a valuable way to provide more information to the community and allow for a free exchange of ideas. Based on what has been presented to date, for the community to decide on the best location for the train station, we need more detailed information. Please ask SMART and City Staff to provide the following data for each station location: 1) how many people are living within 1/4 mile of the station 2) how many people are working within 1/4 mile of the station 3) how many parking spaces are there within 1/4 mile of the station 4) how many people are estimated to take the train to visit Healdsburg 5) how well will public transit connect (e.g. minutes to walk) 6) how will the economy be affected (e.g. retail sales, cultural and arts attendance/sales, farmer’s market ttendance/sales, new employees who will be attracted to work in Healdsburg) 7) what costs will the City will have to pay 8) what will be the reduction in GHG. I recommend you delay making a final decision on the train station location until SMART has finished its economic study and compiled the data that is missing. In several informal conversations I had with SMART staff it appears the decision could be postponed until June of 2024 or later without affecting completion dates or costs. I encourage you to ask City Staff to explore with SMART an extended decision-making timeframe.

5. Dear Mayor Kelley, Vice Mayor Hagele, Councilmembers, Director Zimmer, and City Manager Kay, Thanks for putting together the SMART station workshop last week. It was a lively discussion, and I learned a lot about the future SMART service to Healdsburg and the relative merits of the suggested locations. At this point, I remain in favor of the Depot site on Harmon St. According to the General Plan, it is currently the identified site for this use, and a substantial amount of money has already been spent on infrastructure improvements at this location. It has historical value, but it also has great potential for the future. If the platform were to go here, it is inevitable that the site (two buildings, etc) would be repurposed to commercial or public use. This area could accommodate way finding, a gathering spot for groups (i.e cyclists), a hydration station and other amenities. This site is adjacent to a historical neighborhood, the Foss Creek Path, the Russian River, and every route from this location to the Plaza features restaurants, tasting rooms, and some retail. By foot, it is a seven-minute walk to the Plaza. Large bus access to this location is not ideal, but it has been done before, traffic is light, and existing bus stops are a short distance away on Healdsburg Ave. By comparison, the downtown location is a 4-minute walk to the Plaza

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Packet Pg. 111 Attachment: Community Comments (4296 : SMART Station Location) and would have immediate access to Healdsburg’s commercial center. For visitors who want to minimize travel time to retail, restaurants, and tasting rooms, this would perhaps be a more attractive option. Bus service could be provided near this location too, but otherwise, this location does not provide significant advantages to Healdsburg residents or to visitors who are coming to Healdsburg for recreational purposes. Installation would require removal of trees, relocation of the Foss Creek path, and other expensive changes. Eddy Cumins, SMART Director, assured us that Healdsburg would not be saddled with the additional millions of dollars required for a downtown location. It may not require Healdsburg’s money, but it will require someone’s money, and it should be spent just as prudently as if it were our own. The downtown location would require barriers to come down at the roundabout 30+ times a day, negating the efficacy of the roundabout design. 30+ times a day this intersection would be returned to the reviled 5 way stop. Much driver unhappiness is certain to ensue. Explaining that the 5-way stop would have to occur eventually because of the planned Cloverdale extension might not suffice since the Cloverdale extension is not yet a twinkle in SMART’s eye. The additional work and expense for the downtown location would likely delay the project as compared to the work required at the Harmon St. site. Location of the SMART station is also a matter of messaging. Where are you arriving when you get off the train? In one case, you would arrive near the location of the historic train station, near an equally historic neighborhood, with proximity to the Russian River and short walk to the Plaza. At the other location, you would arrive in a commercial area where chic restaurants, artisanal cocktails, super premium wine tasting rooms and boutique shopping abound. Nothing wrong with either of these environments, but which one best defines Healdsburg and it’s purported small town charm? Having the SMART train come to Healdsburg is a very exciting prospect, and I wish you all well on your deliberations regarding the station location.

6. The Hudson Street depot is best simply because it has a lot more room for the infrastructure and parking. Will the Hudson Street residents wish otherwise? Yes, but the negative impact could be better mitigated in the Hudson Street neighborhood than downtown. A Vine Street location may seem more charming, but the increased traffic, reduction of parking, and various other headaches make it less practical.

7. Letter dated 09/14/2023 supporting existing depot site as preferred station site location.

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Packet Pg. 112 Attachment: Community Comments (4296 : SMART Station Location)

CITY OF HEALDSBURG

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 20, 2024
SUBJECT: 2023-24 Mid-Year Budget Review
PREPARED BY: Katie Edgar, Finance Director
STRATEGIC INITIATIVE(S):

Provide Effective Governance
RECOMMENDED ACTION(S):

Adopt a Resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2023-24 budget.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/OUTREACH:

Not Applicable.

BACKGROUND:

On June 6th, 2022, the City Council adopted the biennial budget covering the two-year period ending June 30, 2024. On November 20th, 2023, City staff provided the Council with an update on the first quarter financial results for the 2023-24 fiscal year. On February 5, 2024, the Council approved the audited financial statements for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. The purpose of this report is to provide an update on the City’s financial results for the first half of the fiscal year, ending December 31, 2023.

DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS:

The scope of this report is limited to the General Fund, Community Services Fund, Measure T Fund, Water Fund, Wastewater Fund, and Electric Fund.

General Fund Revenue and Expenses:

Mid-year General Fund revenues equaled $8,803,612 or 48% of the adopted budget of $18,358,977. Staff propose minor adjustments to a few funding sources to realign with current forecasts. The net impact of all proposed adjustments results in an increase to the total revenue budget by $242,212. The following notable sources of revenue were received during the first half of the year:

Property Tax: The City received $2,001,226 in property tax revenue through December, 65% of the amended fiscal year budget of $3,057,400. As a result of the property tax due

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dates and payment flexibility, the timing of revenue disbursements is not always linear.

Staff believe revenues are trending largely in line with projections and will continue to monitor the progress with the next disbursement received in late April.

Transfer Tax: The City received $72,015 in transfer tax revenue through December, 31% of the total fiscal year budget of $235,000. The total number of property transfers continues to be lower than in previous years. However, there are a few large developments that are nearing completion and staff anticipate those property sales may produce transfer tax in the latter half of the year. As such, no changes are proposed at this time.

Vehicle License Fees: The City received $998,603 in the first disbursement of Vehicle license fees from the State, exceeding the increased expectations that were projected at the first quarter. Staff are proposing to increase the budget by $128,234 to account for the second disbursement that will be equal to the first.

Sales Tax: The City received $2,372,675 in sales tax revenue through November, 41% of the total fiscal year budget. The December disbursement will be distributed in late February and is expected to be in alignment with the revised budget.

Business License Taxes: The City received $190,477 in revenue to a total budget of $200,000. Annual business license renewals began in the new online system this June with the renewal period extended to September to facilitate the transition to the new system.

City staff continue to follow up on delinquent renewals and new businesses will continue to register throughout the year.

Franchise Fees: The City received $325,974 in franchise fees in the first half of the year, 41% of the revised total budget of $789,088. The second quarter revenues do not include the PG&E revenue that is received annually in April or the second quarterly disbursement from Comcast.

Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT): The City received $721,613 in total TOT revenue through December, 52% of the revised total budget of $1,400,652, trending largely in line with expectations.
½ Cent Sales Tax PSAF – The City received $95,904 in Public Safety Augmentation Fund revenue from the County, 50% of the total fiscal year budget.

Development Fees: The City received $740,607 in development-related activity fees, accounting for 46% of the total budget. Building Permit revenues through the first half of the year have far exceeded expectations, whereas Plan Review fees are coming in lower than anticipated. The combined result is neutral.

Charges for Services: The City received $244,545 in charges for miscellaneous discretionary services through December, 36% of the total $673,131 revised budget. A large portion of the Cities charges for services revenue is related to the Certified Unified Program Agencies (CUPA) program and are billed annually in March.

Intergovernmental Revenues: The City received $115,061 in state and federal grant revenues, 23% of the adopted budget of $504,586. The Fire Department continues to implement wildfire mitigation funded by the State Coastal Conservancy Grants, however, reimbursements for expenses in the first half of the year have not been received yet.

Other Revenue: The City has a Payment In-Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) agreement between the Electric Fund and the General Fund where in-lieu of paying property taxes, as a municipal utility the Electric department pays the General Fund 1% of the depreciated value of the Electric assets. The adopted budget included a PILOT payment of $137,459, based upon the asset values known at the time of budget development. Staff are proposing

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to adjust the PILOT payment for fiscal year 2023-2024 by $48,978 as the asset values have increased significantly over the last few years due to the completion of large capital projects like the Badger Substation Project.

Mid-year expenses for the General Fund are summarized in the following table:

Expense By Department
Activity Through
December 31,
2023
Total Budget % Expended
City Council $117,331 $151,121 78%
Legal Services $228,345 $367,500 62%
City Manager's Office $1,057,210 $2,334,546 45%
Finance $1,117,683 $2,452,918 46%
Planning $987,176 $2,211,118 45%
Police $3,684,851 $8,053,543 46%
Fire $2,268,176 $4,838,661 47%
Public Works $ - $34,565 0%
Non-Departmental* $(1,253,482) $(31,425) 3989%
TOTAL $8,207,291 $20,412,548 40%
*Non-departmental expenses include scheduled transfers between the General Fund and other funds.

The aggregate total of expenditures through December is skewed due to the Non-Departmental activity, but when adjusted, expenditures are at about 46% of the adopted budget. The activity for the first half of the year in the Non-Departmental category represents the proportion of General Fund City costs allocated to other funds in accordance with the cost allocation plan netted against any transfers out. Most of the transfers are associated with the ARPA funds supporting capital projects and as construction season picks up in the spring expenses are expected to increase. The two departments trending high are City Council expenses due to expected training and associated travel costs that occurred in the fall and Legal services expenses. On the other end of the spectrum, the newly added Public Works department in the General Fund has not incurred any expenses through the first half of the year as the Capital Project Manager position remains vacant. Staff are not proposing any adjustments to the General Fund expenditure budget at this time.

Community Services Fund Revenue and Expenses:

Community Services Revenue through December totaled $4,126,894, 51% of the total revised budget of $8,095,803. Revenue performance is largely being driven by $3,608,064 in TOT revenue during the first half of the year, representing 52% of the adopted budget for the fiscal year. Due to seasonality in the hospitality industry the City typically receives about 54% of its total TOT revenue through the first half of the year. While TOT revenues are trending slightly lower than the budget projections, staff will continue monitoring activity through the third quarter and return with any adjustments at that time. The remaining program revenue for Community Services totaled $815,831, representing 47% of the adopted budget.

Mid-year expenses by program are as follows:

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Expense By Program
Activity Through
December 31, 2023 Total Budget % Expended
General Administration $1,884,856 $3,983,065 47%
Recreation Programs $231,408 $342,850 67%
ASES After School Program $151,696 $323,250 47%
Community Center $105,629 $251,500 42%
Senior Services $135,098 $294,230 46%
Parks and Trails $279,278 $813,778 34%
Open Space $19,121 $55,962 34%
School Facility Maintenance $25,766 $50,025 52%
Swim Center $73,651 $122,500 60%
Arts and Culture $1,456 $50,000 3%
Contracted Facility Operations $37,221 $109,625 34%
Special Events $113,931 $197,000 58%
Non-Departmental $290,144 $2,050,812 14%
TOTAL $3,349,256 $8,644,597 39%
Community Services Fund expenses totaled $3,349,256 in the first half of the year, representing 39% of the total fiscal year budget. A large driver of the expense budget this year is the NonDepartmental category transfers that are supporting the Foley Community Pavilion project that recently held its groundbreaking on February 7, 2023. When adjusted for operating expenses only, total expenses through December are 46%.

Measure T Fund Revenue and Expenses:

Measure T revenue through November totaled $3,608,432 43% of the adopted budget of $2,839,022. The December disbursement of Measure T revenue is anticipated in late November.

Revenues to date are trending in line with the current budget and staff will continue to monitor revenues through the third quarter. Measure T expenses for the first half of the year totaled $1,098,401, 17% of the $6,348,878 adopted budget. 65% of the expense budget for the current fiscal year is allocated as matching funding for Capital Projects that are funded primarily by grants and development, with $2.9 million allocated to the Fire Substation and approximately $400k each supporting the design of Healdsburg Ave Complete Streets and the Grove Street Neighborhood Implementation Plan. As matching funding, the timing of expenses are commonly incurred as a small proportion of the total or after all other funding is expended.

Many of the projects are progressing and expenses are anticipated to continue throughout the year.

Water Fund Revenue and Expenses:

Total revenue for the Water Fund was $3,608,431, 57% of the total $6,368,892 budget for the year. The revenues through December reflect the updated utility rates and are trending in alignment with the Adopted Budget that was revised down at the third quarter review of Fiscal Year 2022-2023. At the February 5th Council meeting staff presented the first look at the updated financial plan that highlighted the extent of lost revenues due to the continued conservation

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levels. Staff will be returning to the Council in March to present the updated utility rates for the upcoming three years to right size the Utility. Expenses at the close of the first half of the year totaled $3,161,814, 51% of the total $6,243,897 budget.

Wastewater Fund Revenue and Expenses:

Total revenue for the Wastewater Fund was $3,874,279 through December, 48% of the $8,018,499 budget. Revenues are trending in alignment with the adjusted budget but are similarly below the rate study expectations resulting in the use of reserve funds to support operations. Expenses through the mid-year totaled $4,749,877, 56% of the total $8,556,905 budget. Total expenses are trending higher at mid-year due to the annual principal payment on debt service being expensed in October in the amount of $1.1 million this year.

Electric Fund Revenue and Expenses:

Total revenue in the first half of the year for the Electric Fund was $7,056,046, 50% of the total revised budget of $14,226,890. At the last quarterly review the Council revised the revenue budget to align with the new utility rates that went into effect in November. Electric consumption in the second quarter has begun to rebound from the slow start to the year, however staff will continue to monitor the revenues through the third quarter. Expenses totaled $7,586,897, 47% of the total $16,033,728. With the wet weather conditions boosting production of hydroelectric power, power procurement costs through the first half of the year are now trending lower than the amended budget. Staff will continue to monitor these expenses through the third quarter and return with adjustments at the next review if necessary.

ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP:

Not applicable.

ALTERNATIVES:

City Council could choose not to approve the proposed budget amendments. If this action is taken staff requests additional direction.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The revenue and expenditure adjustments proposed in the general fund increase the net position for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 by $193,234. As a result of the budget adjustments as well as incorporating the final audited actual revenue and expenses from Fiscal Year 2022-2023, the general fund balance is currently projected to exceed the 30% reserve requirement by $300,401.

The proposed expense adjustments in the Electric Fund reduce the net position by $48,978. The Electric fund balance is projected to fall just short of the 50% reserve requirement resulting in the use of $129,149 or 1% of the reserve funds. Staff are also proposing to increase transfers from the General Fund to the Streets Fund in the amount of $48,978 to support increased street lighting costs and adjustment in the Vehicle Services Fund and Vehicle Replacement Fund to realign previous revenues received for vehicle replacements for a total of $43,798.

ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS:

Receiving a fiscal update from City staff is an administrative activity, which is not considered a 'project' as defined by the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) (CEQA Guidelines§15378). Consequently, no CEQA action is required.

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ATTACHMENT(S):

Resolution
Exhibit A Budget Amendments
Attachment A - General Fund Revenue and Expenses
Attachment B - Community Services Fund Revenue and Expenses

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CITY OF HEALDSBURG
RESOLUTION NO. ___-2024

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
HEALDSBURG AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-24
BUDGET
WHEREAS, on June 6, 2022, the City Council adopted the 2022-24 biennial budget; and WHEREAS, vehicle license fees are disbursed in two equal installments and the first disbursement exceeded expectations; and
WHEREAS, miscellaneous fees and charges have exceeded expectations for the first held of the year; and
WHEREAS, the payment in-lieu of taxes from the Electric Fund is calculated on the fixed asset value which has increased; and
WHEREAS, the Vehicle Replacement Fund and Vehicle Services Fund require cleanup transfers to re-align prior year revenues with their intended purpose of funding vehicle purchases; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Healdsburg does hereby approve amending the fiscal year 2023-24 budget as depicted on the attached Exhibit A.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Healdsburg this 20th day of February 2024 by the following vote:

AYES: Councilmembers:

NOES: Councilmembers:

ABSENT: Councilmembers:

ABSTAINING: Councilmembers:

SO ORDERED: ATTEST:
_________________________________ ___________________________________ David Hagele, Mayor Raina Allan, City Clerk

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Packet Pg. 119 Attachment: Resolution (4290 : FY 23-24 Mid-Year Budget Review) Resolution No.

Exhibit A
Account Number Increase Amount Decrease Amount Description 101-1000-37701-00000 $ 65,000 Increase Miscellaneous Revenue 101-1000-31120-00000 $ 128,234 Increase Vehicle License Fee Swap Revenue 101-1000-39001-00000 $ 48,978 Increase Electric Payment In-Lieu of Taxes Revenue 101-8080-42301-00000 $ 48,978 Increase Transfer to Streets Fund - Streetlighting Account Number Increase Amount Decrease Amount Description 510-1000-39001-00000 $ 48,978 Increase Transfer from General Fund - Streetlighting Account Number Increase Amount Decrease Amount Description 540-8080-42301-00000 $ 48,978 Increase Electric Payment In-Lieu of Taxes Expense Account Number Increase Amount Decrease Amount Description 602-8080-42301-00000 $ 30,000 Transfer out to Vehicle Replacement Fund - Donation for Fire Vehicle 602-8080-42301-00000 $ 13,798 Transfer out to Vehicle Replacement Fund - Property Sale Revenue Account Number Increase Amount Decrease Amount Description 622-1000-39001-00000 $ 30,000 Transfer in from Vehicle Service Fund - Donation for Fire Vehicle 622-1000-39001-00000 $ 13,798 Transfer in from Vehicle Service Fund - Property Sale Revenue

VEHICLE REPLACEMENT FUND

ELECTRIC ENTERPRISE FUND
FY 23-24 BUDGET AMENDMENTS

GENERAL FUND

STREETS FUND

VEHICLE SERVICE FUND

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Packet Pg. 120 Attachment: Exhibit A Budget Amendments (4290 : FY 23-24 Mid-Year Budget Review) Attachment A: General Fund Revenue and Expenses
As of December 31, 2023
Revenue
Activity Through
December 31,
2023
Total Budget Amount Remaining % Received
Property Tax $ 2,001,226 $ 3,057,400 $ 1,056,174 65%
Property Transfer Tax $ 72,015 $ 235,000 $ 162,985 31%
Vehicle License Fee Swap $ 998,603 $ 1,868,972 $ 870,369 53% Sales Tax $ 2,372,675 $ 5,809,658 $ 3,436,983 41%
Business License Tax $ 190,477 $ 200,000 $ 9,523 95%
Franchise Fees $ 325,974 $ 789,088 $ 463,114 41%
TOT $ 721,613 $ 1,400,652 $ 679,039 52%
Sales Tax - PSAF $ 95,904 $ 192,781 $ 96,877 50%
Development Fees and Permits $ 740,607 $ 1,623,569 $ 882,962 46% Intergovernmental Revenue $ 115,061 $ 504,586 $ 389,525 23% Charges for Services $ 244,545 $ 673,131 $ 428,586 36%
Unrestricted Interest $ 75,391 $ 248,461 $ 173,070 30%
Restricted Interest $ 38,743 $ 71,474 $ 32,731 54%
Rent Received $ 54,400 $ 61,934 $ 7,535 88%
Misc Fees and Charges $ 225,950 $ 275,992 $ 50,042 82%
Fines and Collections $ 12,288 $ 60,000 $ 47,712 20%
Transfers In $ 518,140 $ 1,286,279 $ 768,140 40%
TOTAL $ 8,803,612 $ 18,358,977 $ 9,555,365 48%
Expense By Department
Activity Through
December 31,
2023
Total Budget Amount Remaining % Expended
City Council $ 117,331 $ 151,121 $ 33,790 78%
Legal Services $ 228,345 $ 367,500 $ 139,155 62%
City Manager's Office $ 1,057,210 $ 2,334,546 $ 1,277,336 45% Finance $ 1,117,683 $ 2,452,918 $ 1,335,235 46%
Planning $ 987,176 $ 2,211,118 $ 1,223,942 45%
Police $ 3,684,851 $ 8,053,543 $ 4,368,692 46%
Fire $ 2,268,176 $ 4,838,661 $ 2,570,485 47%
Public Works $ - $ 34,565 $ 34,565 0%
Non Departmental $ (1,253,482) $ (31,425) $ 1,222,057 3989% TOTAL $ 8,207,291 $ 20,412,548 $ 12,205,257 40%
Summary
Activity Through
December 31,
2023
Total Budget Amount Remaining Revised
Budget
Total Revenue $ 8,803,612 $ 18,358,977 $ 9,555,365 $ 18,601,190 Total Expenses $ 8,207,291 $ 20,412,548 $ 12,205,257 $ 20,461,526 Difference $ 596,321 $ (2,053,571) $ (2,649,891) $ (1,860,336)

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Packet Pg. 121 Attachment: Attachment A - General Fund Revenue and Expenses (4290 : FY 23-24 Mid-Year Budget Review) Attachment B: Community Services Fund Revenue and Expenses As of December 31, 2023
Revenue
Activity Through
December 31,
2023
Total Budget Amount
Remaining % Received
Transient Occupancy Tax $ 3,608,064 $ 7,003,262 $ 3,395,198 52% Other Revenue $ 25,051 $ - $ - N/A
St Grants $ 97,533 $ 210,000 $ 112,467 46%
Fees & Charges $ 5,716 $ 7,200 $ 1,484 79%
Admission and Passes $ 14,189 $ 31,000 $ 16,811 46%
Program Revenue $ 107,313 $ 255,000 $ 147,687 42%
Contracted Program Revenue $ 48,144 $ 107,500 $ 59,356 45% Special Events $ 39,652 $ 59,000 $ 19,349 67%
Event Permits $ 13,081 $ 20,000 $ 6,919 65%
Advertising $ 240 $ 500 $ 260 48%
Program Sponsorships $ 27,600 $ 90,000 $ 62,400 31%
Reimbursement for Services $ 20,068 $ 43,000 $ 22,932 47% Facility Rental $ 11,029 $ 48,675 $ 37,646 23%
Facility Long term Lease $ 13,375 $ 32,450 $ 19,075 41% Interest Income $ 89,940 $ 183,716 $ 93,776 49%
Contributions & Donations $ 5,901 $ 4,500 $ (1,401) 131% TOTAL $ 4,126,895 $ 8,095,803 $ 3,968,908 51%
Expense By Program
Activity Through
December 31,
2023
Total Budget Amount
Remaining % Expended
General Administration $ 1,884,856 $ 3,983,065 $ 2,098,209 47% Recreation Programs $ 231,408 $ 342,850 $ 111,442 67%
ASES After School Program $ 151,696 $ 323,250 $ 171,554 47% Community Center $ 105,629 $ 251,500 $ 145,871 42%
Senior Services $ 135,098 $ 294,230 $ 159,132 46%
Parks and Trails $ 279,278 $ 813,778 $ 534,500 34%
Open Space $ 19,121 $ 55,962 $ 36,841 34%
School Facility Maintenance $ 25,766 $ 50,025 $ 24,259 52% Swim Center $ 73,651 $ 122,500 $ 48,849 60%
Arts and Culture $ 1,456 $ 50,000 $ 48,544 3%
Contracted Facility Operations $ 37,221 $ 109,625 $ 72,404 34% Special Events $ 113,931 $ 197,000 $ 83,069 58%
Non Departmental $ 290,144 $ 2,050,812 $ 1,760,669 14%
TOTAL $ 3,349,256 $ 8,644,597 $ 5,295,341 39%
Summary
Activity Through
December 31,
2023
Total Budget Amount
Remaining
Total Revenue $ 4,126,895 $ 8,095,803 $ 3,968,908
Total Expenses $ 3,349,256 $ 8,644,597 $ 5,295,341
Difference $ 777,639 $ (548,794) $ (1,326,433)

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CITY OF HEALDSBURG

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 20, 2024
SUBJECT: General Fund Surplus and Pension Liability Funding Policy Review PREPARED BY: Katie Edgar, Finance Director
STRATEGIC INITIATIVE(S):

Provide Effective Governance
RECOMMENDED ACTION(S):

Adopt a Resolution rescinding Resolution No. 26-2022 and approving the updated Pension Liability Funding Policy.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/OUTREACH:

Not applicable.

BACKGROUND:

The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) best practices emphasize the importance of formally adopting financial policies to provide the foundation for long-term fiscal health. In 2016, the City Council updated the General Fund Reserve Policy to require a minimum reserve equal to 30 percent of the annual operating expenditures to protect the City’s essential service programs. In accordance with California Government Code, Council adopts an Investment Policy annually to guide all investment activities. In 2019 the Council adopted a Pension Liability Funding Policy establishing a methodology for funding pension liabilities and completed the first biennial review in February 2022. In August 2022, the Council adopted the General Fund Surplus Policy to institutionalize prudent financial management by promoting long-term strategic thinking and defining categories for use of one-time funds derived from year end surplus. The Pension Liability Funding Policy and the General Fund Surplus Policy require biennial review to ensure continued alignment of the City’s long-term financial goals with the current financial position.

DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS:

Pension Liability Funding Policy
The City participates in the California Public Employee Retirement System (PERS). A pension is a retirement account that an employer maintains to give employees a fixed payout when they retire. PERS is a defined benefit plan. The payout typically depends on how long the employee

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works for the employer, whether the employee works in public safety, and the employee’s salary.

Investment income, employee contributions and employer contributions fund the total pension cost, including benefits and expenses. Employer contributions are set by actuaries using an investment return assumption (also known as the “discount rate”), and other assumptions related to salary, payroll, cost of living, mortality rate, disabilities, terminations, and retirements.

CalPERS has been lowering the discount rate over the last several years, from 7.5% to 7% in 2018, and lowered again from 7% to 6.8% as of June 30, 2021. The maximum employee contribution rates are set by law. When subsequent changes are made to assumptions and actual investment earnings are available the actuaries will calculate the difference to their original annual valuation. The total of these annual differences comprises the unfunded accrued liability (UAL).

Current California law establishes that public employee retirement benefits are a form of deferred compensation and part of the employment contract. The Courts have established that the vested rights of public employees prevent not only a reduction in the benefits that have already been earned, but also a reduction in the benefits that a member is eligible to earn during future service. As such, changes to the employees’ retirement benefits are considered a negotiable item and must go through the meet and confer process.

Over the years, the City has taken several steps to control pension costs – issuing pension obligation bonds in order to pay down part of the Cit’s obligation at a fixed and favorable interest rate, establishing second tiers with reduced pension benefits for new classic members (employees transferring from other PERS agencies), implementing the Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act (“PEPRA”) which reduced benefits for new employees, and establishing and funding a Pension Stabilization Fund.

On February 22, 2022, the City Council updated the Pension Liability Funding Policy that is in place today. The existing policy does the following:
• Includes language that requires planned use of the Pension Stabilization Fund to be included as part of the 2-year budget planning process. • Sets as a policy goal the City’s desire to limit Pension Stabilization Trust Fund withdrawals to maximize both interest earnings and the long-term benefits of the Trust. • In the event additional funds are available, directs staff to make additional contributions directly to CalPERS towards the outstanding UAL.

Staff have reviewed the policy and propose updating the language surrounding additional funding. In line with the previous policy update that highlighted the City’s desire to maximize interest earnings and the long-term benefit of the Trust Fund, staff are proposing that if additional funding is available, staff will make additional contributions towards the Trust Fund instead of directly to CalPERS. In addition to giving the City greater control over the management of the funds, staff believes this change will result in stronger investment returns over time, thereby strengthening the City’s ability to fund it’s pension obligations.

The other proposed change is to update the Policy to reflect our current Investment Manager.

PFM Asset Management has recently acquired Highmark Capital Management and is now responsible for the investment portfolio of the Pension Stabilization Fund. Our individual advisor

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has been retained through the merger, and the City has a positive existing relationship with PFM Asset Management as they provide investment management services for the City’s Treasury portfolio.

General Fund Surplus Policy
City finance staff complete an analysis of the City’s financial condition on a quarterly basis to ensure proactive financial management. Staff update the Council on current trends and request adjustments to revenue and expenditures based on City needs, economic conditions, and overall fiscal health.

The General Fund Surplus Policy memorializes financial priorities to guide staff in recommending additional prudent expenditures when an unanticipated surplus exists. During the third quarter review staff provide estimates for remaining revenues and expenditures through the end of the fiscal year and prepare a projected ending fund balance. The policy defines a surplus as any anticipated fund balance exceeding $250,0000 of the required reserve. At the time of the third quarter fiscal review, staff recommend allocating any available surplus funds based on the funding priorities outlined in the policy. The policy priorities focus on non-recurring expenditures that will not increase long-term operation costs or result in an expansion of the scope of City operations. The existing policy outlines the following priorities:
• Actions that reduce City debt or liabilities, including but not limited to reducing fund deficits, paying off internal or external loans, early repayment of bonds, and additional contributions to the City’s unfunded pension obligations (CalPERS UAL). • Contributions that result in investment returns or expand future revenue potential, including but not limited to contributions to the Pension Trust Fund, and Long-Range Planning Fund.
• Investments to repair, replace, or expand existing capital assets including but not limited to deferred building maintenance, vehicle replacements, streets and drainage infrastructure, water and sewer infrastructure.

Staff have reviewed the policy and have no proposed changes. The policy continues to reflect the goals of strategically investing short-term surplus to better position the City to address long term goals.

ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP:

Not applicable.

ALTERNATIVES:

Council could make specific changes to the existing policies. If this direction is provided, staff would request time to update the policy and bring it back at a future meeting.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The proposed action would have no immediate impact on the adopted FY 22-24 biennial budget.

The Pension Liability Funding Policy will be incorporated during the FY 24-26 budget development process as we address funding for the annual UAL payments. Staff will return to Council in May to present the third quarter review of the FY 23-24 budget and implement the General Fund Surplus Policy as applicable.

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ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS:

Pursuant to Title 14, the California Code of Regulations, Section 15302(c) of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) guidelines, the proposed action is an administrative activity of the City that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes to the environment.

ATTACHMENT(S):

Resolution
Exhibit A: Pension Policy
Surplus Policy
Pension Policy - Redline

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CITY OF HEALDSBURG
RESOLUTION NO.

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
HEALDSBURG REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 26-2022 AND

APPROVING AN UPDATED PENSION LIABILITY FUNDING
POLICY
WHEREAS, a formally articulated budget and strong fiscal policies provide the foundation for assuring the City’s long-term fiscal health; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Healdsburg adopted an updated Pension Liability Funding Policy on Resolution No. 26-2022; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Healdsburg adopted a General Fund Surplus Policy on Resolution No. 125-2022; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with both policies staff have completed a biennial review of the policies; and
WHEREAS, to further align the Pension Liability Funding Policy with the intent to maximize interest earnings and sustain long-term benefits, amendments to the Policy to direct additional payments to the Pension Stabilization Fund are desired; and WHEREAS, PFM Asset Management has recently acquired High Mark Capital Management and assumed the role of Investment Manager for the Pension Stabilization Fund; and WHEREAS, the City Council desires to update the policy to reflect the current Investment Manager.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the City Council of the City of Healdsburg rescinds Resolution No. 26-2022 and approves the updated Pension Liability Funding Policy attached as Exhibit A.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED, this 20th day of February 2024, by the following vote:

AYES: Councilmembers:

NOES: Councilmembers:

ABSENT: Councilmembers:

ABSTAINING: Councilmembers:

SO ORDERED: ATTEST:
____________________________________ ____________________________________ David Hagele, Mayor Raina Allan, City Clerk

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Pension Liability Funding Policy

1. PURPOSE
The purpose of this policy is to memorialize the methodology and process for funding current and future costs associated with the City’s contractual obligations to provide pension benefits as set forth in the City’s labor agreements. The policy also:
• Demonstrates prudent financial management practices;
• Promotes long-term and strategic thinking;
• Provides guidance in making annual budget decisions;
• Reassures bond rating agencies; and
• Demonstrates to employees and the public how the unfunded pension liability will be funded to ensure adequate funding for negotiated benefits.

2. BACKGROUND
A pension is a retirement account that an employer maintains to give employees a fixed payout when they retire. The City’s plan is a defined benefit plan. The payout typically depends on how long the employee works for the employer and the employee’s salary.

Investment income, employee contributions and employer contributions fund the total pension cost, including benefits and expenses. Employer contributions are set by actuaries using an investment rate assumption (also known as the “discount rate”), lowered from 7.0% to 6.8% as of July 1, 2021, and other assumptions related to salary, payroll, cost of living, mortality rate, disabilities, terminations, and retirements. The maximum employee contribution rates are set by law.

As such, changes to the employees’ retirement benefits are considered a negotiable item and must go through the meet and confer process.

Over the years, the City has taken steps to control pension costs. In 2012 the City issued Pension Obligation Bonds to pay off CalPERS side funds at a lower interest rate and established second tiers for classic members. In 2013, the City adopted the Public Employee’s Pension Retirement Act (“PEPRA”). In 2015, the City established the Pension Stabilization Fund and began making contributions to the fund. In 2019, the City adopted the initial version of this policy.

3. POLICY

3.1 Establishment of Pension Stabilization Fund
Effective July 21, 2015 the Council adopted the PARS Public Agencies Post-Employment Benefits IRS Section 115 approved trust, also known as the Pension Stabilization Fund. The premise behind the Trust is to set-aside monies in the fund with a City determined investment policy and pull out the funds as needed to achieve a level contribution by the City’s budget. The Pension Stabilization

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Packet Pg. 128 Attachment: Exhibit A: Pension Policy (4346 : Financial Policy Review) Fund is an important tool the City can use to limit the impact of future decisions made by CalPERS on the City’s finances and ensure the delivery of public services.

3.2 Governance and administration of the established Trust:

The City Council established the Trust and defined the initial goals and policies for the administration of the Trust funds. The City Manager and staff have overall responsibility for the Trust and will manage the Trust in accordance with the City Council’s adopted policies.

Trust Administrator, PARS, keeps plan documents current to ensure that they reflect the substantive plan and provides ongoing consulting, reporting and plan accounting records.

Trustee, currently US Bank, will be the plan’s trust and custodian and will safeguard the assets in the Trust, hold the investment securities for safekeeping and make disbursement on request.

Investment Manager, currently PFM Asset Management (PFMAM), will recommend investment portfolio allocations based upon the Pension Trust Funds. PFMAM has adopted Investment Guidelines based on initial City Council input, revised to comply with existing law in November 2021 (Attachment 1), and manages City assets in accordance with the guidelines.

The Asset Allocation Investment Strategy chosen by a Council committee is rated as Moderately Conservative in regard to risk tolerance. Attachment 1 provides more detail on the asset allocation and breakdown.:

This policy recognizes that there will be future market volatility and that actual economic and demographic experience will differ from assumed experience. Accordingly, this policy is intended to provide flexibility to smooth such volatility and experience in a reasonable, systematic and financially sound manner.

3.3 Liability Funding Plan: Use of Pension Stabilization Fund The City is required to make annual UAL payments to CalPERS to cover outstanding liabilities based on the amortization schedules for those liabilities. The amount of payment is forecasted annually by CalPERS and is impacted by annual return rates, changes to the discount rate, and changes in actuarial analysis inputs and outputs.

City staff will include in the two-year budget details on projected UAL costs and anticipated use of the Trust. Given the Trust’s ability to generate interest, the City will endeavor to limit trust fund withdraws, maximizing potential for Trust Fund growth over time.

3.4 Additional Contribution: Expansion of Pension Stabilization Fund The City will annually review its ability to make additional contributions to the Pension Stabilization Fund. Making additional contributions when funds are available will maximize interest earnings, extend the long-term benefits of the Trust, and provide further flexibility for future UAL funding. Actions to budget additional contributions will be proposed to Council as appropriate.

3.5 Transparency and Reporting

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Packet Pg. 129 Attachment: Exhibit A: Pension Policy (4346 : Financial Policy Review) Funding of the City’s pension benefit should be transparent to all parties including City employees, retirees, recognized employee organizations, the City Council and City residents. To achieve this level of transparency, the following information shall be available:
a. Copies of the actuarial valuations for the City’s pension plans shall be published on the City’s website.
b. The City’s Annual Financial Statements shall be published on the City’s website. The financial statements include information on the City’s pension plans, contributions to the Trust, and the funded status of the plans.
c. The City’s annual operating budget shall include appropriations for contributions to the Trust, to CalPERS and the annual pension costs.

3.6 Review of Funding Policy
Funding pension liability requires a long-term plan. The City will review this policy at a minimum biennially, coincident with preparation of the actuarial valuations, to determine if changes to this policy are necessary to ensure adequate resources are being accumulated to fund pension benefits.

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General Fund Surplus Policy

1. PURPOSE
The purpose of this policy is to establish a framework for allocating unanticipated annual surplus in the General Fund. This policy establishes a framework for identifying a surplus and the categories of expenditures in which staff will recommend surplus funds be allocated. The policy institutionalizes prudent financial management practices by promoting long-term strategic thinking and defining boundaries for use of one-time funds.

2. BACKGROUND
The City adopts a biennial budget with the goal of balancing the cost of providing services with the amount of revenues received. These planned expenditures and revenues can be further classified as recurring or non-recurring. Recurring expenditures are those that are included in the budget each year to maintain current service levels. Recurring revenues are those that can be reasonably expected to continue every year with some degree of predictability (property taxes, for example). A structurally balanced budget supports financial sustainability for multiple years into the future by balancing recurring revenues with recurring expenses.

The amount of money available after subtracting the total amount of expenditures made from the total amount of revenues received is the fund balance. The City has adopted a general fund reserve policy that requires maintenance of an unrestricted fund balance equal to at least 30% of the annual operating expenditures. The purpose of the reserve policy is to mitigate risks that could disrupt City services. If unforeseen economic conditions result in a reduction of expected revenues or catastrophic events require exorbitant one-time expenses the reserve is available to continue supporting essential recurring expenditures.

In addition to the budget process, the City prepares a long-term forecasting model that provides the opportunity to plan for longer term needs outside of the typical two-year budget cycle. The forecast provides a mechanism to understand the impacts of volatility on recurring revenues like Transient Occupancy Tax and Sales Taxes as well as growth trends associated with pension costs and other recurring expenditures. The forecast model is an important tool for identifying funding shortfalls and understanding the impacts of additional contributions.

3. POLICY

3.1 Definition of Surplus
For this policy, any anticipated remaining fund balance in the general fund that exceeds the reserve by $250,000 is defined as surplus. The $250,000 excess allows for reasonable variances within the estimated closing figures.

3.2 Financial Analysis and Review
A budget is a financial plan. Prudent fiscal management practices require ongoing analysis and updating of the City budget. Staff analyze the Cities financial condition and bring updates to Council for review on a quarterly basis. During these reviews staff recommend adjustments to revenues and expenditures to align budgeted expectations with current trends and reduce or

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Packet Pg. 131 Attachment: Surplus Policy (4346 : Financial Policy Review) increase expenditures based on City needs and the overall fiscal health of the organization. During the third quarter budget review staff have a good understanding of the remaining revenues to be received and expenditures that will be incurred. During this review staff will provide closing estimates and determine if unanticipated revenues or budgetary savings will result in a surplus in the general fund. If a surplus is present staff will propose additional budgetary appropriations to allocate the surplus consistent with this policy.

3.3 Allocation of Surplus
Identified surplus funds will only be allocated for use on non-recurring expenditures to maintain a structurally balanced budget. Allocations of surplus funds are meant to improve the long-term fiscal health and prosperity of the City. Surplus funds will not increase long-term operational costs or expand the scope of operations. City staff will present surplus funding options consistent with the following categories.
• Actions that reduce City debt or liabilities, including but not limited to reducing fund deficits, paying off internal or external loans, early repayment of bonds, and additional contributions to the City’s unfunded pension obligations (CalPERS UAL). • Contributions that result in investment returns or expand future revenue potential, including but not limited to contributions to the Pension Trust Fund, and Long-Range Planning Fund.
• Investments to repair, replace, or expand existing capital assets including but not limited to deferred building maintenance, vehicle replacements, streets and drainage infrastructure, water and sewer infrastructure.

The ultimate responsibility for determining the allocation of surplus funds, consistent with this policy, rests with the City Council. The third quarter fiscal review will include appropriation adjustments to accommodate the approved allocations, but no expenditures will be incurred until the closing of the fiscal year. Staff will report back to council at the next quarterly financial update if for any reason approved surplus expenditures are not completed.

3.6 Review of Surplus Policy
Maintaining a structurally balanced budget that promotes sustainability of essential services requires a long-term plan. The City will review this policy at a minimum biennially, concurrent with preparation of the budget, to determine if changes to this policy are necessary to ensure resources are being allocated to priorities pertinent in the current financial landscape.

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Pension Liability Funding Policy

1. PURPOSE
The purpose of this policy is to memorialize the methodology and process for funding current and future costs associated with the City’s contractual obligations to provide pension benefits as set forth in the City’s labor agreements. The policy also:
 Demonstrates prudent financial management practices;
 Promotes long-term and strategic thinking;
 Provides guidance in making annual budget decisions;
 Reassures bond rating agencies; and
 Demonstrates to employees and the public how the unfunded pension liability will be funded to ensure adequate funding for negotiated benefits.

Investment income, employee contributions and employer contributions fund the total pension cost, including benefits and expenses. Employer contributions are set by actuaries using an investment rate assumption (also known as the “discount rate”), lowered from 7.0% to 6.8% as of July 1, 2021, and other assumptions related to salary, payroll, cost of living, mortality rate, disabilities, terminations, and retirements. The maximum employee contribution rates are set by law.

As such, changes to the employees’ retirement benefits are considered a negotiable item and must go through the meet and confer process.

3. POLICY

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Packet Pg. 133 Attachment: Pension Policy - Redline (4346 : Financial Policy Review) Fund is an important tool the City can use to limit the impact of future decisions made by CalPERS on the City’s finances and ensure the delivery of public services.

3.2 Governance and administration of the established Trust:

Trust Administrator, PARS, keeps plan documents current to ensure that they reflect the substantive plan and provides ongoing consulting, reporting and plan accounting records.

Trustee, currently US Bank, will be the plan’s trust and custodian and will safeguard the assets in the Trust, hold the investment securities for safekeeping and make disbursement on request.

Investment Manager, currently Highmark CapitalPFM Asset Management (PFMAM), will recommend investment portfolio allocations based upon the Pension Trust Funds. High PFMAM Mark has adopted Investment Guidelines based on initial City Council input, revised to comply with existing law in November 2021 (Attachment 1), and manages City assets in accordance with the guidelines.

3.4 Additional Contribution paid directly to CalPERS

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Packet Pg. 134 Attachment: Pension Policy - Redline (4346 : Financial Policy Review) The City will annually review its ability to make additional contributions to CalPERS to further reduce unfunded liabilities and propose budget action to Council as appropriate. When making additional contributions, the City will seek maximum interest savings. Additional contributions paid to CalPERS will be applied to pay down the following amortization bases (in order):
 Miscellaneous: Pre-2013 Share of UAL Pool (maturity 2036), 2014 Assumption Change (maturity 2036), and 2016 Assumption Change (maturity 2038)  Safety: 2014 Assumption Change (maturity 2036), Pre-2013 Share of UAL Pool (maturity 2037), 2016 Assumption Change (maturity 2038), and 2017 Assumption Change (maturity 2039)

3.5 Transparency and Reporting
Funding of the City’s pension benefit should be transparent to all parties including City employees, retirees, recognized employee organizations, the City Council and City residents. To achieve this level of transparency, the following information shall be available:
a. Copies of the actuarial valuations for the City’s pension plans shall be published on the City’s website.
b. The City’s Annual Financial Statements shall be published on the City’s website. The financial statements include information on the City’s pension plans, contributions to the Trust, and the funded status of the plans.
c. The City’s annual operating budget shall include appropriations for contributions to the Trust, to CalPERS and the annual pension costs.

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CITY OF HEALDSBURG

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 20, 2024
SUBJECT: 2023 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan
PREPARED BY: Kelsey Carreiro, Emergency Manager
STRATEGIC INITIATIVE(S):

Establish Proactive Policies/Programs to Continue to Promote Economic Diversity & Sustainable Growth
Maintain and Improve Infrastructure and Facilities
Provide Effective Governance
Maintain and Enhance Public Health and Safety
RECOMMENDED ACTION(S):

Adopt a Resolution approving the City of Healdsburg 2023 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/OUTREACH:

The City of Healdsburg performed outreach and sought public input on the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP) by the use of an online survey, the City website, social media, a public workshop and availability of the draft plan for review and comment.

A media release was distributed announcing the project via email, social media, City Manager’s Update and the City website. It described the purpose of the project and provided points of contact for anyone who wanted to participate in the planning process or wanted more information about the project.

A questionnaire was developed for the public to provide feedback on their concerns about natural and human-caused hazards. The online questionnaire was advertised on the City’s website, Facebook, Instagram, and Nextdoor. Hard copies were available at the community workshop for immediate completion. The hazard questionnaire was available in both English and Spanish. The questionnaire was available for 2 months from April 6, 2023 to June 11, 2023.

A community workshop was held on June 7th, 2023, and was advertised on the City’s website, Facebook, Instagram, and the City Manager’s Update. The workshop was open-house style and lasted for two hours in the evening. LHMP Planning Team members attended the community workshop to answer questions and interact with the public.

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At the beginning of August 2023, the Public Review Draft Plan was posted to the City’s website.

Availability of the draft was advertised as a newsflash on the home page of the City’s website as well as on Facebook, Instagram, and Nextdoor. Also, as previously described, various neighboring communities, and local and regional agencies were directly notified when the Public Review Draft became available. Due to a lack of feedback, the comment period was extended for an additional two weeks. Ultimately, no feedback for the LHMP Public Review Draft was received from the public or local and regional agencies.

BACKGROUND:

Natural disasters can cause significant damage to property and infrastructure, as well as loss of life. These damages and losses can take a toll economically, psychologically, and financially on communities in the response and recovery processes. The City of Healdsburg Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP) is an effort undertaken by the City to mitigate the effects of natural hazards and plan for resiliency in the future that respects the character and needs of the people who live and work in Healdsburg.

There are five phases of emergency management:
• Response: Taking action to save lives, limit injury, and prevent further damage of infrastructure in a disaster.
• Recovery: Returning actions to normal conditions directly following a disaster. • Mitigation: Reducing loss of life and property damage by lessening the impact of future disasters.
• Prevention: Preventing hazards from occurring.
• Preparedness: Preparing to save lives and critical infrastructure and to help response and rescue operations in and directly following a disaster.

This plan focuses on the mitigation component of the cycle. Hazard mitigation plays an important role in reducing the impacts of disasters by identifying effective and feasible actions to reduce the risks posed by potential hazards. Hazard mitigation is defined by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) as “any sustained action taken to reduce or eliminate long-term risk to human life and property from a hazard event.” As such, hazard mitigation is any work that minimizes the impacts of any type of hazard event before it occurs. A hazard event cannot be prevented from occurring, but the impact it will have on our communities can be reduced.

The Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 (DMA 2000) requires local governments to develop and adopt pre-disaster mitigation plans in order to minimize property damage and the risk to public health and safety that might otherwise result from the effects of a natural or man-made disaster.

A FEMA-approved plan makes the City of Healdsburg eligible for FEMA Pre-Disaster Mitigation and Hazard Mitigation Grant programs. The Plan assesses risk and vulnerabilities and identifies and prioritizes mitigation projects. FEMA requires the plan to be updated every five years to maintain eligibility for grants. In March of 2017, FEMA approved the City’s application for a sub-grant under the FY 2016 Pre-Disaster Mitigation Competitive Grant Program.

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Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 (DMA 2000) for the City of Healdsburg. The 2023 LHMP supersedes the 2018 LHMP. The 2023 and 2018 LHMP have been developed as stand-alone plans. The 2011 LHMP was developed as an Annex to region-wide multi-jurisdictional hazard mitigation plans (HMPs) prepared by the Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG).

Looking at results of 23 years of federally funded mitigation grants, the National Institute of Building Science completed a study to assess future savings from mitigation activities. The study found that on average, each dollar spent on mitigation saves society an average of $6 in avoided future losses in addition to saving lives and preventing injuries, evidence that mitigation activities are highly cost-effective (National Institute 2019).

This plan develops mitigation actions to strengthen community resilience, which helps ensure coordinated and consistent hazard mitigation activities across the city. The City has developed the 2023 LHMP to be consistent with current standards and regulations, ensuring that the understanding of hazards facing its communities reflects the best available science and current conditions. This plan is also consistent with FEMA requirements, and the mitigation measures included in the plan are grounded in best practices and available resources.

Information in this plan will be used to help guide and coordinate mitigation activities and decisions for City land use policies in the future. Proactive mitigation planning will help reduce the cost of disaster response and recovery to communities and their residents by protecting critical community facilities, reducing liability exposure, and minimizing overall community impacts and disruptions. With the memory of the impacts from past hazard events, the City is committed to reducing future impacts from similar hazard events and maintaining eligibility for mitigation-related federal funding.

DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS:

The City’s Emergency Manager led the LHMP Planning Team in managing, coordinating, preparing and administering the development of the LHMP for the City of Healdsburg in full conformance with the requirements of the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000, 44 CFR 201.6 and the FEMA Local Mitigation Plan Guidelines. The LHMP Planning Team was comprised of representatives from all City of Healdsburg Departments who were involved in the development of the plan at all stages.

Five tasks were identified in the City’s Hazard Mitigation Project:
1) Organization of resources
2) Project management
3) Community capabilities and risk assessment
4) Development of mitigation actions and strategy
5) Draft Hazard Mitigation Plan
The LHMP contains updated hazard, vulnerability, and capability assessments that drove the creation of the 2023 Mitigation Action Plan. The Hazard Assessment section of the plan identifies, describes, and prioritizes the hazards that threaten Healdsburg. This chapter discusses past events, risks of future events, and the effects of future conditions for drought, earthquake, flooding, landslide, Public Safety Power Shutoff, Severe Weather and Wildfire. The

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Vulnerability Assessment describes risks posed by each hazard to city residents, particularly those who are more likely to be socially vulnerable, and to critical facilities. The Capability Assessment identifies and evaluates the legal and regulatory, human and technical, and financial resources available to accomplish mitigation. The Mitigation Strategy section of the LHMP identifies mitigation goals, assesses the City’s capabilities to implement mitigation actions, and identifies and prioritizes mitigation actions.

The 2023 Mitigation Action Plan identifies 29 mitigation actions to focus on in the next five years. Examples of these actions include developing utility scale microgrids to mitigate the impacts of PSPS events, mitigating flooding at the fire station, and developing a water conservation outreach program that focuses on recycled water to mitigate the effects of droughts on the City.

In September of 2023, a draft City of Healdsburg LHMP was completed and sent to the California Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) for review. Cal OES approved the plan pending FEMA approval and adoption on December 20, 2023 and transmitted it to FEMA for their review and approval. Subsequently, on February 2, 2024, FEMA determined that the plan would be eligible for approval pending City Council adoption of the Plan (see Attachment 1).

FEMA requires that the City submit formal adoption documentation by February 1, 2025, after which the plan will be fully approved.

Approving the resolution will make the LHMP an official plan and will incorporate it by reference into the Safety Element of the City’s General Plan. It will also enable FEMA to provide final approval of the LHMP. This in turn will make the City eligible to apply for FEMA funding to support City Hazard Mitigation projects. Additionally, by incorporating the LHMP as part of the Safety Element of the General Plan, the City will satisfy a prerequisite imposed by Assembly Bill 2140 adopted in 2006 for obtaining 100% reimbursements from the State of California. The projects will be eligible for reimbursement under the California Disaster Assistance Act over the 5-year life of the adopted LHMP and will continue as long as the plan is updated.

ALTERNATIVES:

The council could also adopt the resolution with modifications or direct staff to return with more information. However, these alternatives are not recommended because the current LHMP lapsed in January 2024, and the City is ineligible for FEMA funding until the 2023 LHMP is approved.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no fiscal impact for adopting the plan, however, once the plan is adopted locally, the City will become eligible to apply for future hazard mitigation funds through FEMA.

ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS:

The 2023 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan is not subject to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) because 2023 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan is not a project, since it is not a discretionary action by a governmental agency and will not have a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect impact on the environment. The 2023 Local Hazard Mitigation

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Plan will not result in any significant adverse effects on the environment as the plan outlines policy actions, which are generally outreach and education efforts, to be implemented throughout the life of the plan. The plan does identify potential construction projects, however; the specific details are unknown at this time. The level of CEQA review will be determined when detailed plans are prepared at a future date.

ATTACHMENT(S):

Resolution
FEMA Approval Letter
2023 Healdsburg Local Hazard Mitigation Plan

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CITY OF HEALDSBURG
RESOLUTION NO. ___-2024

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

HEALDSBURG ADOPTING THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG
2023 LOCAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN
WHEREAS, the City of Healdsburg recognizes the threat that natural hazards pose to people and property within Healdsburg; and
WHEREAS, undertaking hazard mitigation actions will reduce the potential for harm to people and property from future hazard occurrences; and WHEREAS, the City of Healdsburg has prepared a multi-hazard mitigation plan, hereby known as the City of Healdsburg 2023 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan in accordance with the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000; and
WHEREAS, the City of Healdsburg 2023 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan identifies mitigation goals and actions to reduce or eliminate long-term risk to people and property in Healdsburg from the impacts of future hazards and disasters; and WHEREAS, an adopted Local Hazard Mitigation Plan is required as a condition of future funding for mitigation projects under multiple FEMA pre- and post-disaster mitigation grant programs; and
WHEREAS, the City of Healdsburg fully participated in the FEMA-prescribed mitigation planning process to prepare this local hazard mitigation plan; and WHEREAS, the California Office of Emergency Services and Federal Emergency Management Agency, Region IX officials have reviewed the City of Healdsburg Local Hazard Mitigation Plan and approved it contingent upon adoption by the participating governing body; and
WHEREAS, adoption by the Healdsburg City Council demonstrates their commitment to hazard mitigation and achieving the goals outlined in the City of Healdsburg 2023 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Healdsburg hereby adopts the City of Healdsburg 2023 Hazard Mitigation Plan.

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PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Healdsburg this 20th day of February, 2024, by the following vote:

AYES: Councilmembers: ( )
NOES: Councilmembers: ( )
ABSENT: Councilmembers: ( )
ABSTAINING: Councilmembers: ( )
SO ORDERED: ATTEST:
___________________________________ ____________________________________ David Hagele, Mayor Raina Allan, City Clerk

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FEMA Region 9
1111 Broadway, Suite 1200
Oakland, CA 94607-4052
www.fema.gov
February 2, 2024
Kelsey Carreiro
Emergency Manager
City of Healdsburg
238 Center Street
Healdsburg, CA 95448
Dear Kelsey Carreiro:

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has completed its review of the City of Healdsburg Local Hazard Mitigation Plan 2023 and has determined that this plan is eligible for final approval pending its adoption by the City of Healdsburg.

Formal adoption documentation must be submitted to FEMA Region 9 within one calendar year of the date of this letter, or the entire plan must be updated and resubmitted for review. FEMA will approve the plan upon receipt of the documentation of formal adoption.

If you have any questions regarding the planning or review processes, please contact the FEMA Region 9 Hazard Mitigation Planning Team at [email protected].

Sincerely,
Alison Kearns
Planning and Implementation Branch Chief
Mitigation Division
FEMA Region 9
Enclosure (1)
City of Healdsburg Plan Review Tool, dated February 2, 2024 cc: Ron Miller, Acting State Hazard Mitigation Officer, California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services
Robyn Fennig, Planning Division Chief, California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services
Victoria LaMar-Haas, Hazard Mitigation Planning Chief, California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services

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Acronyms................................................................................................................................................ v Section 1. Introduction ...............................................................................................................1-1

1.1 Scope and Purpose .................................................................................................................... 1-1

1.2 Authority.................................................................................................................................... 1-2

1.2.1 Federal ........................................................................................................................... 1-2

1.2.2 State............................................................................................................................... 1-2

1.2.3 Plan Use and Organization............................................................................................. 1-2 Section 2. Community Profile......................................................................................................2-1

2.1 History........................................................................................................................................ 2-1

2.2 Geography.................................................................................................................................. 2-1

2.3 Population and Housing............................................................................................................. 2-3

2.4 Land Use and Development Trends........................................................................................... 2-4

2.4.1 Future Growth ............................................................................................................... 2-6

2.5 Changes in Development........................................................................................................... 2-7 Section 3. Planning Process.........................................................................................................3-1

3.1 Organize Resources ................................................................................................................... 3-1

3.1.1 LHMP Planning Team..................................................................................................... 3-1

3.1.2 Review and Incorporate Existing Information ............................................................... 3-2

3.2 Community Engagement Strategy............................................................................................. 3-4

3.3 Assess Risks.............................................................................................................................. 3-10

3.3.1 Identify/Profile Hazards............................................................................................... 3-10

3.3.2 Assess Vulnerabilities................................................................................................... 3-10

3.4 Develop Mitigation Strategy.................................................................................................... 3-10

3.4.1 Develop Capabilities Assessment ................................................................................ 3-10

3.4.2 Identify Goals............................................................................................................... 3-11

3.4.3 Identify Mitigation Actions .......................................................................................... 3-11

3.5 Develop the Plan...................................................................................................................... 3-11 Section 4. Hazard Assessment.....................................................................................................4-1

4.1 Hazard Identification ................................................................................................................. 4-1

4.2 Hazard Profiles........................................................................................................................... 4-2

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4.2.1 Drought.......................................................................................................................... 4-4

4.2.2 Earthquake..................................................................................................................... 4-7

4.2.3 Flooding ....................................................................................................................... 4-17

4.2.4 Landslide ...................................................................................................................... 4-25

4.2.5 PSPS.............................................................................................................................. 4-30

4.2.6 Severe Weather ........................................................................................................... 4-37

4.2.7 Wildfire ........................................................................................................................ 4-46 Section 5. Vulnerability Assessment ...........................................................................................5-1

5.1 Methodology.............................................................................................................................. 5-1

5.2 Hazard-Specific Vulnerability..................................................................................................... 5-1

5.2.1 Drought.......................................................................................................................... 5-1

5.2.2 Earthquake..................................................................................................................... 5-3

5.2.3 Flooding ......................................................................................................................... 5-8

5.2.4 Landslide ...................................................................................................................... 5-13

5.2.5 PSPS.............................................................................................................................. 5-16

5.2.6 Excessive Heat.............................................................................................................. 5-18

5.2.7 Storms.......................................................................................................................... 5-20

5.2.8 Wind Events................................................................................................................. 5-21

5.2.9 Wildfire ........................................................................................................................ 5-22 Section 6. Capability Assessment................................................................................................6-1

6.1 Planning and Regulatory Mitigation Capabilities....................................................................... 6-1

6.2 Administrative and Technical Capabilities................................................................................. 6-2

6.3 Fiscal Capabilities....................................................................................................................... 6-4

6.3.1 State and Federal Funding Resources............................................................................ 6-5

6.4 Education and Outreach Capabilities ........................................................................................ 6-6 Section 7. Mitigation Strategy.....................................................................................................7-1

7.1 Hazard Mitigation Goals ............................................................................................................ 7-1

7.2 Review of the 2018 Mitigation Action Plan ............................................................................... 7-1

7.3 2023 Mitigation Actions............................................................................................................. 7-7

7.3.1 Identification and Prioritization of Mitigation Actions.................................................. 7-7 Section 8. Plan Implementation and Maintenance......................................................................8-1

8.1 Plan Adoption ............................................................................................................................ 8-1

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8.2 Monitoring, Evaluating, and Updating the LHMP...................................................................... 8-1

8.3 Incorporation into Existing Planning Mechanisms .................................................................... 8-3

8.4 Continued Public Involvement................................................................................................... 8-3 Section 9. References .................................................................................................................9-1 Appendices
Appendix A, Stakeholder Outreach and Planning Process Documents Appendix B, Public Outreach
Appendix C, Hazard and Vulnerability Figures
Appendix D, Plan Maintenance Forms
Appendix E, Adoption Resolution
Appendix F, FEMA Plan Review Tool

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Acronyms
AB Assembly Bill
ABAG Association of Bay Area Governments
AFG Assistance to Firefighters Grant
BMD Best Management Practices
Cal OES California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services CalFire California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection Caltrans California Department of Transportation
CDBG Community Development Block Grant
CFR Code of Federal Regulations
CGS California Geological Survey
CIP Capital Improvement Plan
CWPP Community Wildfire Protection Plan
DMA 2000 Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000
DRI Disaster Recovery Initiative
EMPG Emergency Management Performance Grants
EO Executive Order
FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency
FHSZ Fire Hazard Severity Zones
FIRM Flood Insurance Rate Map
FMA Flood Mitigation Assistance
FRA Federal Responsibility Area
GIS Geographic Information Systems
HCD California Department of Housing and Community Development HMGP Hazard Mitigation Grant Program
HSGP Homeland Security Grant Program
IRWM Integrated Regional Water Management
LAFCO Local Agency Formation Commission
LHMP Local Hazard Mitigation Plan

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LID Low Impact Development
LRA Local Responsibility Area
MMI Modified Mercalli Intensity
MMS Moment Magnitude Scale
NFIP National Flood Insurance Program
PDAs Priority Development Areas
PDM Pre-Disaster Mitigation
RHNA Regional Housing Need allocation
RL repetitive loss
SRA State Responsibility Area
SWGP Storm Water Grant Program
SWRP Storm Water Resource Plan
the Stafford Act Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Act UCERF3 third Uniform California Earthquake Rupture Forecast USC United States Code
USGS US Geological Survey
WUI wildland-urban interface

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Section 1. Introduction
Natural disasters can cause significant damage to property and infrastructure, as well as loss of life. These damages and losses can take a toll economically, psychologically, and financially on communities in the response and recovery processes. The City of Healdsburg (the City) Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP) is an effort undertaken by the City to mitigate the effects of natural hazards and plan for resiliency in the future that respects the character and needs of the people who live and work in Healdsburg.

The City’s 2023 LHMP is written to address the local mitigation planning requirements of the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 (DMA 2000) for the City of Healdsburg. The 2023 LHMP supersedes the 2018 LHMP.

The 2023 and 2018 LHMP have been developed as stand-alone plans. The 2011 LHMP was developed as an Annex to region-wide multi-jurisdictional hazard mitigation plans (HMPs) prepared by the Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG).

This section introduces hazard mitigation planning and describes the various sections and appendices of the 2023 LHMP.

1.1 Scope and Purpose
purThere are five phases of emergency management, as illustrated in Figure 1.1. • Response: Taking action to save lives, limit injury, and prevent further damage of infrastructure in a disaster. • Recovery: Returning actions to normal conditions
directly following a disaster.
• Mitigation: Reducing loss of life and property damage by lessening the impact of future disasters.
• Prevention: Preventing hazards from occurring.
• Preparedness: Preparing to save lives and critical
infrastructure and to help response and rescue
operations in and directly following a disaster.

The study found that on average, each dollar spent on mitigation saves society an average of $6 in avoided future losses in addition to saving lives and preventing injuries, evidence that mitigation activities are highly cost-effective (National Institute 2019).

Figure 1.1

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This plan develops mitigation actions to strengthen community resilience, which helps ensure coordinated and consistent hazard mitigation activities across the city. The City has developed the 2023 LHMP to be consistent with current standards and regulations, ensuring that the understanding of hazards facing its communities reflects the best available science and current conditions. This plan is also consistent with FEMA requirements, and the mitigation measures included in the plan are grounded in best practices and available resources.

1.2 Authority

1.2.1 Federal
The federal Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Act (the Stafford Act), as amended by DMA 2000 and supported by various pieces of regulation, directs hazard mitigation planning activities such as this plan. The Stafford Act requires state, local, and tribal governments that wish to be eligible for federal hazard mitigation grant funds to submit a HMP that outlines the processes for identifying the natural and man-made hazards, risks, and vulnerabilities of the jurisdiction (United States Code [USC] Title 42, Section 5156[a]). FEMA has promulgated the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 44, Part 201 to carry out the hazard mitigation planning requirements in the Stafford Act. These regulations direct the planning process, plan content, and FEMA approval for HMPs. The City of Healdsburg is subject to many kinds of hazards; thus, access to these federal grant funds is vital.

This LHMP complies with the Stafford Act and DMA 2000, along with the appropriate sections of CFR Title 44, including Part 201 (Regulation Checklist boxes illustrating the various hazard mitigation requirements are found throughout this plan; accompanied by the text/data supporting the regulations).

1.2.2 State
The State of California passed Assembly Bill (AB) 2140 in 2006, enacting California Government Code Sections 8685.9 and 65302.6. These sections concern federal requirements mandating that jurisdictions have a valid HMP to be eligible for certain grants. Specifically, Section 8685.9 limits the State of California to paying no more than 75 percent of disaster relief funds not covered by FEMA to a local community, unless the affected community (1) has a valid HMP that is consistent with DMA 2000 and (2) has adopted the HMP as part of its general plan. If this is the case, the State may pay for more than 75 percent of the disaster relief funds not covered by FEMA. Section 65302.6 authorizes local communities to adopt HMPs as part of their safety element or a comparable section of their general plan.

1.2.3 Plan Use and Organization
Information in this plan will be used to help guide and coordinate mitigation activities and decisions for City land use policies in the future. Proactive mitigation planning will help reduce the cost of disaster response and recovery to communities and their residents by protecting critical community facilities, reducing liability exposure, and minimizing overall community impacts and disruptions. With the memory of the impacts from past hazard events, the City of Healdsburg is committed to reducing future impacts from similar hazard events and maintaining eligibility for mitigation-related federal funding.

The 2018 LHMP was integrated into the City of Healdsburg’s Emergency Operations Plan, Community Wildfire Protection Plan, and 2030 General Plan. These plans will also be updated following the adoption

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of the 2023 LHMP so that existing planning mechanisms can be integrated to help the City achieve successful mitigation.

Objectives of the LHMP include the following:
• Establish and foster a basis for coordination and collaboration among City departments, and other key stakeholders.
• Work in conjunction with other local planning efforts, including the City’s General Plan. • Increase community awareness and empowerment.
• Meet the requirements of federal assistance grant programs, including FEMA’s Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) and Pre-Disaster Mitigation (PDM) funding. • Reduce the risk of loss and damage from hazard events, especially repetitive loss and damage. • Coordinate hazard mitigation planning activities between City departments and in concert with resource management, land use planning, and emergency operation activities.

The LHMP is organized into nine sections to reflect the logical progression of activities undertaken to develop the plan and includes all relevant documentation required to meet the necessary criteria for FEMA approval. Each section is briefly described below. • Section 1, Introduction, describes the background and purpose of the plan. • Section 2, Community Profile, describes the city’s history and general background of the community, historical trends for population and housing, and trends in land use and development. • Section 3, Planning Process, describes the 2023 LHMP planning process, as well as the meetings and outreach activities undertaken to engage the Planning Team members and the public. • Section 4, Hazard Assessment, identifies, describes, and prioritizes the hazards that threaten Healdsburg. This chapter discusses past events, risks of future events, and the effects of future conditions for each type of hazard.
• Section 5, Vulnerability Assessment, describes the risks posed by each hazard type to city residents, particularly those who are more likely to be socially vulnerable, and to critical facilities. • Section 6, Capability Assessment, identifies and evaluates the legal and regulatory, human and technical, and financial resources available to accomplish mitigation. • Section 7, Mitigation Strategy, identifies mitigation goals, assesses the City’s capabilities to implement mitigation actions, and identifies and prioritizes mitigation actions. • Section 8, Plan Implementation and Maintenance, discusses plan adoption and implementation, as well as the process to monitor, evaluate, and update the plan. • Section 9, References
• Appendices
− Appendix A, Planning Process Documents
− Appendix B, Public Outreach
− Appendix C, Hazard and Vulnerability Figures

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− Appendix D, Plan Maintenance Forms
− Appendix E, Adoption Resolution
− Appendix F, FEMA Plan Review Tool

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Section 2. Community Profile
The Community Profile provides a general history and background of the community, historical trends for population and housing, and trends in land use and development.

2.1 History
The area that now comprises Healdsburg was originally inhabited by Native Americans—the Southern Pomo and Wappo tribes in the Dry Creek and Alexander Valleys, respectively. Their population once numbered close to 10,000 before it was decimated by smallpox epidemics and hostility from Mexican people who came to the area and later by secondary Euro-American settlement in the 1850s. Those who survived were displaced to missions or rancherias (Healdsburg, City of 2015).

The territory that is now Healdsburg was claimed in 1841 by Captain Henry Fitch, brother-in-law of Governor Mariano Vallejo, as part of Fitch’s 48,880-acre Sotoyome Rancho. In 1851, would-be gold seeker Harmon Heald, a native of Ohio, built a cabin on the west side of the well-traveled path between San Francisco and the northern mines (now Healdsburg Avenue). Heald built a small general store and opened a post office in the store in 1854, around which a small settlement grew. In 1857, Heald hired a surveyor to lay out a central plaza with streets and 85 lots, and a town was born, populated by 300 (non-native) residents (Healdsburg Museum & Historical Society 2018). In 1867, Healdsburg was incorporated as a city.

In 1871, the railroad opened new markets for farm produce and established Healdsburg as a prosperous agricultural district. By the 1880s, the major regional revenue besides tourism was derived from grapes, lumber, and hops. The bottom dropped out of Healdsburg’s flourishing wine industry with passage of the Volstead Act in 1919 and Prohibition. During the 1920s, most of Healdsburg’s vineyards were pulled up and replanted with fruit trees, especially French prunes, Imperial prunes, and apples. By 1930, prunes were the most important industry in Healdsburg and remained the largest cash crop until the 1970s when many orchards were removed, with the land again planted with vineyards (Healdsburg Museum & Historical Society 2018).

2.2 Geography
Healdsburg is in Sonoma County, situated in an inland valley defined principally by US Highway 101, the Russian River, surrounding agricultural lands, and mountains to the east and west. US Highway 101 is the principal coastal route between San Francisco and the Oregon border. The Russian River flows through Healdsburg on its way to the Pacific Ocean, approximately 20 miles to the west. The city lies at the intersection of three rich agricultural valleys—Russian River Valley, Dry Creek Valley, and Alexander Valley—and is at an elevation of between 100 and 430 feet above sea level. East and west beyond the agricultural lands rise subsystems of the Coastal Mountain Range. As of 2009, the Healdsburg city limits contain 4.42 square miles (Healdsburg, City of, 2018). Figure 2.1 illustrates the city’s location.

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Healdsburg’s city limits include more than 100 acres of noncontiguous, City-owned land. These properties contain several critical facilities, including the Healdsburg Municipal Airport, Corporation Yard, and Water Reclamation Facility.

The Sonoma County General Plan limits urban development in unincorporated areas by establishing Urban Service Boundaries, which designate geographic areas planned for a full range of public services and infrastructure, such as sewer, water, roads, and police and fire protection. Healdsburg’s Urban Service Area coincides with an Urban Growth Boundary adopted by City voters and a Sphere of Influence determined by Sonoma Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO). The Urban Service Area includes more than 1,000 acres located outside the incorporated city, including the Fitch Mountain area. Bounded by the City to the west and the Russian River to the north, east, and south, this portion of unincorporated Sonoma County includes low-density residential development on the flanks of the mountain. The higher portions of the mountain remain open space that is permanently protected by a conservation easement.

2.3 Population and Housing
According to the 2020 Census, the population of Healdsburg was estimated to be 11,340. Table 2-1 shows changes in population and households between the three most recent US Censuses.

The data illustrates that while Healdsburg’s population continues to grow, the rate at which the city is growing has reduced significantly, from 13.2 percent growth in 2000 to 5.0 percent growth in 2010 to less than 1 percent growth in 2020. A large factor in the City’s population growth during the 1990s was the annexation of land, known as “Area A,” to the north (Sonoma LAFCO 2006). Nevertheless, the reduction in growth after 2000 reflects similar trends seen in Sonoma County and across the entire state.

Table 2-1: Population and Household Changes
Healdsburg Sonoma County California
Population
2020 11,340 488,863 39,538,223
2010 11,254 483,878 37,253,956
2000 10,722 458,614 33,871,648
Growth (2010-2020) 0.8% 1.0% 5.8%
Growth (2000–2010) 5.0% 5.5% 10.0%
Growth (1990–2000) 13.2% 18.1% 13.8%
Households
2020 4,626 188,841 13,217,586
2010 4,378 185,825 12,577,498
2000 3,968 172,403 11,502,870
Average Household Size
2020 2.46 2.56 2.92
2010 2.56 2.55 2.90
2000 2.69 2.60 2.87
Sources: Healdsburg, City of. 2015., US Census Bureau. 2021.

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A household is defined as a person or group of persons living in a housing unit. According to the 2020 Census, there were 4,626 households in Healdsburg and the average household size was 2.46. Most residents live in single-family housing or mobile homes. Table 2--2 shows the composition of the housing stock in 2000, 2010, and 2016, and the percentage change over time.

Table 2-2: Healdsburg Housing Units, 2000, 2010, 2016
2000 2010 2016
Unit Type Number Percentage Number Percentage Number Percentage Single-Family 3,257 78.4 3,761 79.5 4,008 79
2–4 Units 423 10.2 475 10.1 640 12.7
5–9 Units 156 3.8 162 3.4 82 1.4
10+ Units 218 5.3 262 5.5 272 5.4
Mobile Home &
Other
98 2.4 69 1.5 73 1.5
Totals 4,152 100 4,729 100 5,075 100
Source: US Census Bureau. 2022.

2.4 Land Use and Development Trends
Table 2-3 shows the various land uses and their acreage within the Planning Area in 2004. According to the 2030 General Plan, approximately 68 percent of the city’s land was developed in 2004. The Planning Area, which includes the entire Sphere of Influence/Urban Service Area contains a significant amount of vacant or underdeveloped acreage, including approximately 492.13 acres in the northern part of the Planning Area (Areas A, B, and C). Areas B and C, however, include 158.87 acres that the Sonoma County Agricultural and Open Space District owns or controls through conservation easements that prohibit development. Therefore, the northern Planning Area has a total of about 333.26 acres that remains potentially developable. The Grove Street area (Area G) also contains a relatively significant amount of land that is vacant or underdeveloped. Although within the Urban Growth Boundary, Fitch Mountain (Area K) is not expected to accommodate growth due to infrastructure and environmental constraints.

Table 2-3: Land Uses within Healdsburg Planning Area (2004) General Plan Land
Use Designation
Total
Acreage
Developed
Acres
Vacant
Acres
Agricultural 16.69 16.69 0
Residential 1,733.04 1,351.22 381.82
Commercial 204.67 181.25 23.42
Mixed Uses 16.91 16.91 0
Light Industrial 124.37 113.25 11.12
Heavy Industrial 203.26 130.92 72.34
Institutional (Public &
Semi-Public)
342.12 342.12 0
Open Space 432.75 n/a n/a
Source: Healdsburg, City of. 2015.

Current land uses, as identified in the 2030 General Plan, are illustrated in Figure 2.2.

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2.4.1 Future Growth
In the Bay Area, a long-range plan titled Plan Bay Area has been developed that looks ahead to 2040. Plan Bay Area is a state-mandated, integrated long-range transportation, land use, and housing plan that will support a growing economy, provide more housing and transportation choices, and reduce transportation-related pollution in the nine-county San Francisco Bay Area (Plan Bay Area 2018.). Two concepts directly affect growth in a community: the Regional Housing Need allocation (RHNA) and the Plan Bay Area Priority Development Areas (PDAs).

The California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) identifies the total housing need for the San Francisco Bay Area for eight-year periods (the current period being from 2023 to 2031).

ABAG then develops a methodology to distribute the need to local governments. The RHNA for Healdsburg and the entirety of Sonoma County is illustrated in Table 2-4; housing allocations are divided into four different income categories.

Table 2-4: Regional Housing Need Allocation 2023-2031 by Income Category Very Low
0–50%
Low
51–80%
Moderate
81–120%
Above
Moderate
120%+
Total
City of Healdsburg 190 109 49 128 476
Sonoma County Total 3,999 2,302 2,302 5,959 14,562
Bay Area Region Total 114,442 65,892 72,712 188,130 441,176 Source: ABAG 2022.

PDAs are areas where growth and development will be focused. Plan Bay Area identifies nearly 200 PDAs; these existing neighborhoods are served by public transit and have been identified as appropriate for additional compact development. There are no PDAs in Healdsburg.

Plan Bay Area concentrates growth in the “Big 3 Cities” of San Jose, San Francisco, and Oakland, as well as in east and west Bayside corridors along the region’s core transit network. As illustrated in Figure 2.3, 83 percent of all growth will occur in four counties (Santa Clara, Alameda, San Francisco, and Contra Costa), while the remaining five counties will see modest growth over the next 24 years.

Four percent of the Bay Area’s growth will occur in
Sonoma County.

The growth for Healdsburg set forth in Plan Bay Area is consistent with past growth patterns and current land use policies.

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2.5 Changes in Development
Since the 2018 LHMP, Healdsburg has experienced development and growth, but the general development trend that existed when the 2018 LHMP was developed is still relevant: The City will continue to focus inward with infill development and redevelopment of underutilized sites. New development will be compact and efficient to make the best use of remaining land. With this growth, an increased number of people are vulnerable to various hazards, but the recent development has not changed the city’s landscape; therefore, no new hazard areas, such as floodplains, have been added to Healdsburg. Additionally, the City is implementing mitigation measures for new developments and their construction. For example, water mains that cross fault lines are equipped for emergency connection, and curbs under construction at the new roundabout as part of the Central Healdsburg Avenue Plan have porous concrete. As such, development that has occurred since the last plan has not significantly affected the vulnerabilities of Healdsburg.

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Section 3. Planning Process
For the development of the LHMP, a planning process was created based on the various federal guidance documents and regulations. As shown in Figure 3.1, the LHMP planning process included organizing resources, assessing risk, developing the mitigation strategy, and developing the plan (including drafting, reviewing and revising, and adopting and submitting the plan). Documents that further illustrate the planning process are provided in Appendix A.

Figure 3.1: Hazard Mitigation Planning Process

3.1 Organize Resources
The planning process began by organizing resources, which included establishing a planning team and identifying stakeholders, collecting and analyzing relevant plans, and developing a community engagement strategy.

3.1.1 LHMP Planning Team
At the core of the LHMP planning process is the LHMP Planning Team, which served as the backbone of the LHMP planning process. Team members provided data for the plan, made key decisions to guide the development of the plan, and served as liaisons to their departments. The membership of the 2018 LHMP

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Planning Team was used as a starting point for the 2023 LHMP Planning Team. The 2023 LHMP Planning Team includes staff from a variety of City departments, as shown in Table 3-1. An email inviting all City department leads to join the planning process the planning team can be found in Appendix A.

Table 3-1: LHMP Planning Team
Planning Team Member Title Department
Kelsey Carreiro Emergency Manager Police Department
Raina Allen Public Information Officer City Manager’s Office Allison Mattioli Administrative Analyst II City Manager’s Office Matt Jenkins Police Chief Police Department
Jason Boaz Fire Chief Fire Department
Lance Macdonald Fire Marshal Fire Department
Andrew Sturmfels Assistant City Manager City Manager’s Office Ellen McDowell Senior Planner Community Development
Tyler Kettmann Central Services Manager City Manager’s Office Curt Bates Principal Engineer Public Works
Terry Crowley Utility Director Electric Department
Adam McKenna IT Manager IT & GIS Department
The Planning Team met throughout the development of the 2023 LHMP. Meetings were conducted in person; follow-up activities were conducted on the phone or via email. The LHMP Planning Team met three times between March 2023 and May 2023, addressing the following items:
• Meeting 1 – March 27, 2023: Summarize the project purpose and process, identify hazards, introduce capability assessment, discuss community outreach strategies • Meeting 2 – April 24, 2023: Introduce/review hazard assessment, revisit capability assessment, identify critical facilities
• Meeting 3 – May 22, 2023: Review updated hazard maps, discuss community workshop format and outreach, introduce and discuss the mitigation strategy Meeting documentation, including agendas, PowerPoint presentations, sign-in sheets, and other relevant handouts, are provided in Appendix A.

3.1.2 Review and Incorporate Existing Information
The LHMP Planning Team reviewed and assessed existing plans, studies, and data available from local, state, and federal sources. Key documents reviewed as part of the LHMP planning process and how they were incorporated are shown in Table 3-2; a complete list of resources is found in Section 9. Additionally, at the beginning of the plan update process, the 2018 LHMP was reviewed and recommendations for

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updates were provided. These are described in the subsection “LHMP Review and Recommendations” below.

Table 3-2: Existing Plans, Studies, Reports, and Other Technical Data/Information Document/Data Use
2023 State of California Hazard Mitigation Plan
Disaster declaration information and hazard
descriptions
Healdsburg 2030 General Plan Background Report and Policy Documents, 2015
Hazard identification, historical hazard and
location information
2021 Sonoma County Multijurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan
Historical hazard and location information
Foss Creek Flood Control Study (West Yost Associates) Historic flooding mapping and event data City of Healdsburg Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data Mapping data for hazards and demographics
Disaster Mitigation Act
Current federal legislation for hazard mitigation
planning
2023 FEMA Local Hazard Mitigation Planning Policy Guide Updated guidance on hazard mitigation planning City of Healdsburg 2020-2025 Strategic Plan Strategic initiatives and goals for Healdsburg The following local regulations, codes, ordinances, and plans were reviewed to develop complementary and mutually supportive goals, objectives, and mitigation strategies that are consistent across local and regional planning and regulatory mechanisms:
• General plans (land use, housing, safety, and open space elements) • Building codes
• Zoning and subdivision ordinances
• NFIP flood damage prevention ordinances
• Stormwater management plans
• Emergency management and response plans
• Land use and open space plans
• Climate action plans
• Community wildfire protection plans
LHMP Revisions and Changes to Community Priorities
This 2023 LHMP is the fourth iteration of the plan. The LHMP was originally developed as part of the 2005 ABAG Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan. An Annex specific to the City of Healdsburg was adopted in 2007, and a second version was developed in 2011. The City’s first stand-alone plan was developed in 2018 and was used as the basis for the 2023 LHMP. Areas identified for updates based on the planning team’s assessment and changes in community priorities included:
• Vulnerability to specific hazards will be updated for individual critical facilities.

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• The capability assessment will be updated.
• Mitigation actions will be updated and newly identified mitigation actions will be added. • A severe weather hazard profile will be added.
• A Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) hazard profile will be added.

The severe weather and PSPS hazard profiles have been added to the 2023 LHMP due to the increased community priority on preparing for and mitigating these two hazards. There has not been any other significant change in community priorities that required further revision of this plan.

3.2 Community Engagement Strategy
The community engagement strategy included an initial media release, an online hazards questionnaire, a community workshop and availability of the draft plan for review and comment. Each aspect of the engagement strategy is described in more detail below, and associated documentation is included in Appendix B. The community engagement strategy was drafted at the commencement of the plan and was modified as needed throughout the plan development process. During each stage of community outreach during the plan’s development process, special attention was paid to ensuring that underserved communities and vulnerable populations in Healdsburg were provided an opportunity to be involved in the planning process such as the City’s Spanish speaking population, senior members, and the unhoused community. Since Healdsburg has a high population of Spanish speakers, all community outreach was done in both English and Spanish. Additionally, large print flyers were posted in the Healdsburg Senior Center with information about how to participate in the planning process. The Healdsburg Emergency Manager also discussed the LHMP with members of the public who attended the annual Emergency Preparedness Expo and Annual Senior Emergency Preparedness Seminar. Hard copy flyers and surveys were available at the Healdsburg Emergency Management booth for those interested in learning more or participating in the planning process.

Media Release
A media release was distributed announcing the project. It described the purpose of the project and provided points of contact for anyone who wanted to participate in the planning process or wanted more information about the project. The media release was distributed via email and social media by the City’s Public Information Officer in April 2023. A copy of the press release, as well as screenshots of the social media posts are included in Appendix B.

Stakeholder Outreach
Development of the 2023 LHMP was discussed at the weekly Sonoma County Emergency Operational Area Coordination Call. This meeting is hosted by Sonoma County Department of Emergency Management and is comprised of neighboring communities, local and regional agencies involved in hazard mitigation activities, and agencies that have the authority to regulate development as well as businesses, academia, and other private and non-profit interests. The group meets weekly to discuss and coordinate emergency management, preparedness, training and disaster recovery-related issues. The project was announced at the weekly meeting held on April 10th, 2023. The LHMP Planning Team Lead, Kelsey Carreiro, described the purpose and timeline of the project. She invited all stakeholders to attend the planning meetings or

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receive updates on the plan development. Kelsey Carreiro provided points of contact for anyone who wanted to participate in the planning process or wanted more information about the project. A link to the online hazard questionnaire was provided as well as an invitation to the Community Workshop. The project was discussed again at the Sonoma County Emergency Operational Area Coordination Call with the same stakeholders present held on June 26th, 2023, when the public review draft of the 2023 LHMP was ready and a link was provided. Representatives from the Operational Area were invited to review the draft plan and provide comments to the LHMP Planning Team. The representatives in attendance at the operational area calls were:
• Local and Regional Agencies involved in hazard mitigation:
o Healdsburg Police Department
o Healdsburg Fire Department
o Healdsburg Emergency Management
o Santa Rosa Emergency Management
o Santa Rosa Fire Department
o Sonoma County Emergency Management
o Sonoma County Fire District
o Marin County Office of Emergency Management
o Petaluma Emergency Management
o Cal OES
o National Weather Service
o Graton Fire Protection District
o United States Coast Guard
o Sonoma Valley Fire
o Rancho Adobe Fire
o CAL Fire
o REDCOM
o Cloverdale Fire
o Petaluma Fire Department
o Northern Sonoma County Fire District
• Agencies that have the authority to regulate development:
o City of Healdsburg
o Sonoma County Permit & Resource Management Department o Sonoma County Public Infrastructure
o Sonoma County Agriculture, Weights, and Measures
o Sonoma County Regional Parks
o Sonoma County Water Agency
• Neighboring Communities:
o Cloverdale
o Cotati
o Windsor
o Petaluma
o Rohnert Park

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o Santa Rosa
o Sebastopol
o Sea Ranch
o Sonoma
• Representatives of business, academia, and other private organizations:
o Santa Rosa Junior College
o Sonoma State University
o Sonoma County Office of Education
o Redwood Empire Schools’ Insurance Group
o Sonoma County Fairgrounds
o Public Gas & Electric Company
• Representatives that provide support to underserved communities:
o Coastal Valleys EMS Agency
o American Red Cross
o California 2-1-1
o Legal Aid of Sonoma County
o Sonoma County Council on Aging
o Sonoma County Health and Human Services
o Graton Rancheria
Additionally, the following agencies and cities were notified through email of the draft plan’s availability for review and comment:
• Local and Regional Agencies involved in hazard mitigation:
o Healdsburg Police Department
o Healdsburg Fire Department
o Healdsburg Emergency Management
o Santa Rosa Emergency Management
o Santa Rosa Fire Department
o Sonoma County Emergency Management
o Sonoma County Fire District
o Marin County Office of Emergency Management
o Petaluma Emergency Management
o Cal OES
o National Weather Service
o National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
o Graton Fire Protection District
o United States Coast Guard
o Sonoma Valley Fire
o Rancho Adobe Fire
o California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection o REDCOM
o Cloverdale Fire

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o Petaluma Fire Department
o Northern Sonoma County Fire District
o North Sonoma Coast Fire Protection District
o Petaluma Police Department
o California Highway Patrol
o Sonoma County Sheriff's Department
o Cloverdale Fire Department
o Cloverdale Police Department
o Gold Ridge Fire Department
o Marin County Sheriff’s Department
o Rancho Adobe Fire Protection District
o Bodega Bay Fire Protection District
o Sonoma Valley Fire & Rescue Authority
o Rincon Valley Fire Protection District
• Agencies that have the authority to regulate development:
o City of Healdsburg
o Sonoma County Permit & Resource Management Department o Sonoma County Public Infrastructure
o Sonoma County Agriculture, Weights, and Measures
o Sonoma County Regional Parks
o Sonoma County Water Agency
o Department of Transportation
o California Army National Guard
• Neighboring Communities:
o Cloverdale
o Cotati
o Windsor
o Petaluma
o Rohnert Park
o Santa Rosa
o Sebastopol
o Sonoma
o Marin County
o Sonoma County
• Representatives of business, academia, and other private organizations:
o Santa Rosa Junior College
o Sonoma State University
o Sonoma County Office of Education
o Redwood Empire Schools’ Insurance Group
o Sonoma County Fairgrounds
o Public Gas & Electric Company
o Sonoma Marin Area Rail Transit

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o Golden Gate Bridge, Highway and Transportation District o Sweetwater Springs Water District
• Representatives that provide support to underserved communities:
o Coastal Valleys EMS Agency
o American Red Cross
o California 2-1-1
o Legal Aid of Sonoma County
o Sonoma County Council on Aging
o Sonoma County Health and Human Services
o Graton Rancheria
o Dry Creek Rancheria
o Cloverdale Rancheria
o The Sea Ranch Association
o Community Action Partnership
o United Way Wine Country
o Reach for Home
o Corazon Healdsburg
o Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Santa Rosa
o Stewarts Point
o Redwood Empire Food Bank
A copy of the email announcing availability of the public review draft is found in Appendix B.

Hazard Questionnaire
A questionnaire was developed for the public to provide feedback on their concerns about natural and human-caused hazards. The online questionnaire was advertised on the City’s website, Facebook, Instagram, and Nextdoor. Hard copies were available at the community workshop for immediate completion. All formats of the hazard questionnaire were available in both English and Spanish. Reach for Home, an organization that engages with the unhoused population in and around the planning area, were given hard copies of the hazard questionnaire so they could pass them out to unhoused individuals in the area that may be interested in participating in the planning process but may not have access to a computer or smartphone. Additionally, the Healdsburg Senior Center and Communities Organized to Prepare for Emergencies (COPE) received hardcopies of the questionnaire to ensure that the elderly community within and around the planning area had several options to participate in the LHMP planning process.

A copy of the questionnaire is included in Appendix B, as well as an analysis of the 69 responses received.

Key takeaways from the questionnaire responses are that:
• The LHMP Planning Team and the community are in agreement in terms of hazards of concern and hazards experienced. The community identified the following hazards as their top concerns:
wildfire, drought, earthquake, flooding, and Excessive Heat/cold. The community did not note any hazards of concern that the LHMP Planning Team had not discussed.

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• 95 percent of community members who replied to the questionnaire have signed up to receive City community alerts.
• Community members stated that utility bills and mail, the City’s website, social media, newspapers, and public meetings are the most effective ways to disseminate information. The City is providing information/outreach in the desired mediums. While newspapers are not as commonly used to provide information, the City regularly uses the other four mediums to reach community members.
• 99 percent of community members are implementing at least one mitigation method within their own household. The vast majority have implemented multiple mitigation actions across multiple hazards. It could be deduced that this level of awareness and personal responsibility indicates that public education and outreach is an effective approach to reducing risk in Healdsburg.

As these responses were in line with the LHMP Planning Team’s current thinking, the responses did not alter the planning process. Rather, the responses reinforced that the LHMP Planning Team has the correct approach and priorities in mind.

Community Workshop
A community workshop was held on June 7th, 2023. The workshop was open-house style and lasted for two hours, from 5 to 7 p.m. It was advertised that a short formal presentation would occur 15 minutes after the hour at 5:15 and 6:15 p.m. LHMP Planning Team members attended the community workshop to answer questions and interact with the public. Additionally, translation and childcare services were advertised and provided during the workshop. Reach for Home, an organization that engages with the unhoused population in and around the planning area, were made aware of the workshop so they could invite unhoused individuals in the area that may be interested in participating in the planning process but may not have access to a computer or smartphone. Additionally, the Healdsburg Senior Center and Communities Organized to Prepare for Emergencies (COPE) advertised the workshop to ensure that the elderly community within and around the planning area was aware of the opportunity to participate in the LHMP planning process.

The community workshop included:
• Large-scale, large print hazard maps for the public to view to accommodate anyone who may have visions impairments.
• A map where community members were asked to write down their concerns and to identify location-specific concerns as well as general concerns. • Handouts on mitigation planning, mitigation and preparedness activities that can be completed by an individual, and complementary planning efforts being undertaken by the City. • Hard copies of the hazard questionnaire, as well as flyers advertising the questionnaire with the link to the online version in both English and Spanish.

Documentation of outreach for the workshop and of the workshop itself is provided in Appendix B.

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Public Review Draft Plan
At the beginning of August, the Public Review Draft Plan was posted to the City’s website. Availability of the draft was advertised as a newsflash on the home page of the City’s website as well as on Facebook, Instagram, and Nextdoor. Also, as previously described, various neighboring communities and local and regional agencies and nonprofits were directly notified when the Public Review Draft became available.

Reach for Home, Corazon Healdsburg, COPE and the Senior Center were all contacted by phone to ensure they would use word of mouth to invite community members to review the public draft and provide comments. Due to a lack of feedback, the comment period was extended for an additional two weeks.

Ultimately, no feedback for the LHMP Public Review Draft was received from the public or local and regional agencies. Documentation of the availability of the Public Review Draft is included in Appendix B.

3.3 Assess Risks
In accordance with FEMA requirements, this step of the LHMP planning process identified and prioritized the natural hazards affecting Healdsburg and assessed the vulnerability from the identified hazards.

Results from this phase in the LHMP planning process formed the foundation for the subsequent identification of appropriate mitigation actions for reducing risk and losses in the city. This component of the LHMP planning process is detailed in Sections 4 and 5.

3.3.1 Identify/Profile Hazards
Based on a review of past hazards as well as a review of the existing plans, reports, and other technical studies/data/information, the Planning Team determined whether the hazards from the previous plan were still valid and identified new hazards that could affect Healdsburg. The Planning Team decided to profile the following hazards: drought, earthquake (including liquefaction), flooding (including dam failure), landslide, and wildfire (including high winds). Additionally, it was decided that discussions of future conditions would be incorporated into each hazard profile. Further details about the hazard identification process are found in Section 4.1; each hazard is profiled in Section 4.2.

3.3.2 Assess Vulnerabilities
Hazard profiling exposes the unique characteristics of individual hazards and begins the process of determining which areas in Healdsburg are vulnerable to specific hazard events. The vulnerability assessment included a GIS overlaying method for all geographically defined hazards. Using this methodology, an analysis identified the critical facilities, population, and residential buildings that might be impacted by the hazards. Detailed information on each hazard vulnerability assessment is provided in Section 5.

3.4 Develop Mitigation Strategy
The LHMP is the explicit strategy that provides the blueprint for hazard mitigation planning to better protect people and property in the city from the effects of future natural hazard events. Developing the mitigation strategy involved developing a capabilities assessment, identifying goals, and finally identifying and prioritizing mitigation actions. This step of the LHMP planning process is detailed in Sections 6 and 7.

3.4.1 Develop Capabilities Assessment
A capabilities assessment is a comprehensive review of all the various mitigation capabilities and tools currently available to the City of Healdsburg to implement the mitigation actions prescribed in the LHMP.

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The LHMP Planning Team identified legal and regulatory, human and technical, and financial capabilities, as detailed in Section 6.

3.4.2 Identify Goals
Mitigation goals are general guidelines that explain what the community wants to achieve in terms of hazard loss and prevention. The LHMP Planning Team began by reviewing the goal from the existing LHMP and decided that, with a minor tweak, the goal would still be relevant and appropriate for the 2023 LHMP.

3.4.3 Identify Mitigation Actions
The LHMP Planning Team and the LHMP Planning Team worked together to identify and develop a mitigation action plan. The mitigation action plan is the City’s road map for the next five years, illustrating the priority mitigation actions the City would like to implement in the near future. Section 7 details the approach to review of the existing mitigation actions, identification and prioritization of new mitigation actions, and creation of the implementation strategy.

3.5 Develop the Plan
All information, data, and associated narratives from the previous tasks were incorporated into the 2023 LHMP. There will be four versions of the plan:
• The first draft will be an administrative draft, distributed to the LHMP Planning Team for their review and comment.
• Comments received from the LHMP Planning Team will be incorporated into the plan and a public review draft will be developed. This second draft will be available for public review and comment. • All comments received by the public will be compiled and addressed; the 2023 LHMP will be revised as appropriate. This third version of the plan is the courtesy review draft, which will be sent to Cal OES and FEMA for their review and comment.
• The final version of the plan will have addressed any comments received by Cal OES and FEMA.

This final 2023 LHMP will be presented to the City Council for adoption.

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Section 4. Hazard Assessment
The hazard assessment identifies and describes the hazards that threaten Healdsburg.

4.1 Hazard Identification
To aid in the process of identifying hazards, the LHMP Planning Team considered the hazards included in the previous version of the City’s LHMP, looked at associated HMPs, reviewed other relevant planning documents, and considered hazard history to determine the natural hazards with the potential to affect Table 4-1: Hazard History and Hazards in Various Planning Documents Hazard
State of CA
HMP (2023)
Sonoma
County
HMP (2021)
Healdsburg
General
Plan (2030)
2018
Healdsburg
LHMP
Disaster
Declaration*
(# of events)
Include in 2023
Healdsburg LHMP?
Avalanche X
No
(no history)
Coastal Flooding,
Erosion, and Sea
Level Rise
X
No
(city is landlocked)
Dam Failure X X X
Yes
(flood sub-hazard)
Drought X X 1 Yes
Earthquake
(including
liquefaction)
X X X X 1 Yes
Excessive Heat X
Yes (severe weather
sub-hazard)
Flood X X X X 12a Yes
Freeze X 2b Yes (severe weather
sub-hazard)
Landslide X X X X Yes
Levee Failure X
No
(no levees)
PSPS X Yes
Severe Weather X X Yes
Tsunami X
No
(city is landlocked)
Volcano X
No
(low concern)
Wildfire X X X X 14c Yes
Future Condition Considerations will be discussed for each hazard. * 1950–Present, Declarations for Sonoma County not just Healdsburg. a. Flood: 9 federally declared flood disasters, 3 additional incidents that were not federally declared. b. Freeze: 1 federally declared freeze disaster, 1 additional incident that was not federally declared. c. Wildfire: 11 federally declared wildfire disasters, 3 additional incidents that were not federally declared.

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the city. Table 4-1 provides a crosswalk of hazards considered and the final determination by the LHMP Planning Team.

Based on the above analysis, the Planning Team determined that all of the hazards identified in the 2018 LHMP should be included in the 2023 LHMP. In addition, it was decided that the hazards of severe weather and PSPS should be added in the 2023 LHMP. Future condition considerations will be discussed for each hazard profiled.

As such, the following seven hazards are profiled in the 2023 LHMP:
• Drought
• Earthquake (including liquefaction)
• Flooding (including dam failure)
• Landslide
• PSPS
• Severe Weather
• Wildfire
Table 4-2: Federal and State Declared Disasters
Event DR # Event Type Incident Period Impacts to Planning Area DR-4699-CA Severe Weather 2/21/23-7/10-23 No Measurable Impacts EM-3592-CA Severe Weather 3/9/23-7/10/23 No Measurable Impacts DR-4683-CA Severe Weather 12/27/22-1/31/23 No Measurable Impacts EM-3591-CA Severe Weather 1/8/23-1/31/23 No Measurable Impacts DR-4569-CA Wildfire 9/4/20-11/17/20 No Measurable Impacts FM-5376-CA Wildfire 9/27/20-Continuing No Measurable Impacts DR-4558-CA Wildfire 8/14/20-9/26/20 No Measurable Impacts FM-5331-CA Wildfire 8/17/20-Continuing No Measurable Impacts DR-4482-CA Covid-19 1/20/20-5/11/23 No Measurable Impacts EM-3428-CA Covid-19 1/20/20-5/11/23 No Measurable Impacts FM-5295-CA Wildfire 10/24/19-Continuing No Measurable Impacts DR-4434-CA Severe Weather 2/24/19-3/1/19 No Measurable Impacts

4.2 Hazard Profiles
For each hazard, a profile has been established describing the hazard in general, as well as details specific to Healdsburg. The hazard profiles discuss the following topics:
• Hazard Description - This section gives a description of the hazard and associated issues followed by details on the hazard specific to the City of Healdsburg Planning Area. • Strength/Magnitude - This section gives a description of the potential strength or magnitude of the hazard as it pertains to the City of Healdsburg. Different hazards may have different measures of extent.

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• Past Occurrences - This section contains information on historical incidents, including impacts where known.
• Location - This section provides a spatial description of the potential locations or geographic areas in the City of Healdsburg where the hazard is expected to impact. • Warning Time – This section provides the amount of warning time, if any, that the City of Healdsburg expects to have for each hazard.
• Secondary Hazards – This section discusses the what secondary hazards are associated with each hazard.
• Frequency and Probability of Future Occurrence - The frequency of past events is used in this section to gauge the likelihood of future occurrences. Where possible, frequency was calculated based on existing data. Frequency was determined by dividing the number of events observed by the number of years on record and multiplying by 100. This gives the percent chance of an event happening in any given year (e.g., three droughts over a 30-year period equates to a 10 percent chance of a drought in any given year). The likelihood of future occurrences is categorized into one of the following classifications:
o Highly Likely - Nearly 100 percent chance of occurrence in next year or happens every year.
o Likely - Between 10 and 99 percent chance of occurrence in next year or has a recurrence interval of 10 years or less.
o Occasional - Between 1 and 10 percent chance of occurrence in the next year or has a recurrence interval of 11 to 100 years.
o Unlikely - Less than 1 percent chance of occurrence in next 100 years or has a recurrence interval of every 100 years or greater.
• Climate Change Considerations - Climate change refers to a long-term change in the earth’s temperature, precipitation, humidity, and seasons. This section addresses the probable effects of climate change qualitatively and as a secondary impact for each identified hazard. In other words, it describes the potential for climate change to affect the frequency and severity of natural hazards. Impacts can include water supply shortages, changes in the frequency, intensity, and extent of drought and extreme heat events, more precipitation and flooding risks, and increasing temperatures.

The hazards are discussed in alphabetical order; the order does not signify the level of risk. Hazard maps are included within the hazard profiles, but larger and higher resolution versions of these maps can be found in Appendix C.

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4.2.1 Drought
Hazard Description
A drought is a long-term water shortage caused by an extended period with little to no precipitation that can lead to a decline in available water supplies. Droughts may cause increases in water rates or additional restrictions on water use. In severe cases, communities may not have enough available water to meet basic needs. Drought conditions can significantly harm agricultural operations, particularly in areas that grow water-intensive crops. Planted landscapes may become drought-stressed, causing them to become weak or die from lack of water. If drought conditions are severe enough, the lack of water may pose a human health risk.

Droughts also have several indirect impacts. The lack of precipitation can cause soil to harden and become less permeable so that when precipitation does eventually occur, the soil cannot absorb water as easily, potentially leading to increased flooding. Drier soil may become decompressed, increasing its susceptibility to sliding and eroding. Droughts may dry out wildland vegetation, potentially increasing the risk of fire. Water-stressed plants may also be more vulnerable to disease or pests.

Unlike most other hazards, droughts develop over a long period of time. It often takes multiple dry years to cause drought conditions, and these conditions may persist for years. They are usually a region-wide hazard, and at times may extend statewide or cover multiple states. However, the specific impacts of a drought can depend on local conditions, including water supply systems, soil types, and land uses. As a result, two communities under similar drought conditions may experience different impacts. Droughts may also have a significant impact on communities not directly in the affected area. For example, if a community relies on imported water that travels a great distance, the community may be substantially impacted if a drought occurs at the source of the imported water, even if precipitation levels in the community itself are normal. Similarly, communities may be facing local drought conditions, but impacts may be minor if the community’s water comes from a distant unaffected area.

Strength/Magnitude
There are multiple ways to measure the severity of different drought conditions. The US Drought Monitor Classification Scheme, shown in Table 4-2, combines many of these systems into a single index. D1 is the least intense level and D4 the most intense. Drought is defined as a moisture deficit bad enough to have social, environmental, or economic effects. D0 areas are not in drought but are experiencing abnormally dry conditions that could turn into drought or are recovering from drought but are not yet back to normal.

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Table 4-2: US Drought Monitor Classification Scheme
Category Description Possible Impacts
D0 Abnormally dry Slower growth of crops and pastures compared to normal activities.

D1 Moderate drought Some damage to crops and pastures. Streams, reservoirs, or wells low. Some water shortages may be developing or imminent.

D2 Severe drought Likely crop and pasture losses. Water shortages are common, leading to restrictions.

D3 Extreme drought Major crop and pasture losses. Widespread water shortages.

D4 Exceptional drought Exceptional and widespread crop and pasture losses. Emergency shortages develop.

Source: US Drought Monitor, 2018
Past Occurrences
Droughts are a common feature of the climate in much of California, and many of the state’s native plants and animals have evolved strategies to survive during drought conditions. The state also has an extensive water supply network that helps to reduce the impacts of droughts with the assistance of large storage reservoirs and pipes that can move water from regions with available supplies to drought-affected areas, although this system primarily benefits the urban areas of California.

Historic droughts in California occurred from 1976 to 1977, 1986 to 1992, 2007 to 2009, and 2011 to 2017.

During the statewide drought of 1976 to 1977, four Bay Area counties (Contra Costa, Napa, San Mateo, and Marin) were among those where a state disaster was declared. Marin, Solano, and Sonoma counties were affected in the 1986–92 drought, which caused $1.7 billion in crop losses nationwide (Cal OES 2013, as cited by ABAG 2017).

The most recent drought in California lasted from 2019 to 2023 and was declared a state of emergency by Governor Gavin Newsom on April 21, 2021. Initially, it covered the Russian River Watershed of Sonoma and Mendocino counties, but Governor Newsom expanded it statewide October 19, 2021 (California Drought Action 2023). Locally, Sonoma County proclaimed an emergency for drought, the Proclamation of Local Emergency Due to Drought Conditions in the Sonoma County Operational Area. The proclamation was first adopted in April 2021, and the County extended the emergency proclamation through the beginning of 2023. This proclamation was in response to an intensification of the state’s ongoing drought and was guided by mandatory state emergency conservation regulations issued to all water providers in California. The proclamation applied to the entire Sonoma County Operational Area, including all special districts and incorporated cities (including Healdsburg).

The US Drought Monitor placed nearly all of Sonoma County in the most severe category, D4 (Exceptional Drought), for most of the latter half of 2021, from late July through early December. Figure 4.1 offers snapshots of US Drought Monitor classifications for Sonoma County at the start of California’s rainy season in October and the end of the rainy season in March for each year since 2018. The progression demonstrates how the area affected by the more severe categories spread and receded over the course of the drought. At the end of 2022 and start of 2023, California experienced nine atmospheric rivers over three weeks. The state experienced a flood emergency while still in an active drought emergency. By June 2023, 95% of California was no longer in any drought category, including Healdsburg.

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Figure 4.1: Drought History for Sonoma County 2018–2023 (See Appendix C for a larger and higher resolution map) Location
Droughts are regional by nature, so occurrences of drought that occur in Healdsburg will likely affect the entire city. No one part of the city is at more or less risk of drought conditions, although some areas may be impacted more than others depending on individual water needs and accessibility.

Warning Time
Predicting drought depends on the ability to forecast precipitation and temperature. Only generalized warning can take place due to the numerous variables that scientists have not pieced together well enough to make accurate and precise predictions.

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Determination of when drought begins is based on impacts on water users and assessments of available water supply, including water stored in reservoirs or groundwater basins. Different water agencies have different criteria for defining drought. Some issue drought watch or drought warning announcements.

Secondary Hazards
The secondary hazard most associated with drought is wildfire. A prolonged lack of precipitation dries out vegetation, which becomes increasingly susceptible to ignition as the duration of the drought extends. In addition, lack of sufficient water resources can stress trees and other vegetation, making them more vulnerable to infestation from pests, which in turn, can make them more vulnerable to ignition. Millions of board feet of timber have been lost, and in many cases, erosion occurred, which caused serious damage to aquatic life, irrigation, and power production by heavy silting of streams, reservoirs, and rivers.

Frequency/Probability of Future Occurrence
Likely – As noted above, droughts are a regular feature in California. They are almost certain to continue to occur in the future, with varying severity and duration. Healdsburg sources water locally from three well fields: two located along the Russian River and one located on Dry Creek (Healdsburg 2015). Because drought is an expected occurrence in California and Sonoma County, it is highly likely Healdsburg will have future periods of drought.

Since the US Drought Monitor began producing data in 2000, there have been 338 weeks when at least half of Sonoma County was classified as experiencing severe to exceptional drought based on US Drought Monitor categories, or about 29 percent of the time. A more established drought classification system, the Palmer Drought Severity Index, shows that California’s North Coast Drainage climate division (which includes Healdsburg) has experienced periods of severe or extreme drought on six occasions since 1970, or every eight years on average. Such frequencies are likely to increase in the future, as discussed below.

Future Condition Considerations
The climate of California has been drier and warmer than in previous decades, and this trend is expected to continue in the state as a whole due to climate change, according to the most recent climate data. It is likely that drought conditions will become more frequent and more severe as a result. These drier conditions will also alter the timing of water supply availability, potentially impacting Healdsburg if local water sources are affected. A reduction in the overall regional water supply due to reduced precipitation would only exacerbate the local effects of drought. Water resources are also already experiencing the following stresses: population growth, poor water quality, groundwater overdraft, and aging water infrastructure. A reduction in snowpack in the mountainous regions of California would also limit options for the City to supplement local water supply with external sources. Ongoing drought not only would reduce local water supply but would also stress regional supplies and constrict the availability of statewide water sources.

4.2.2 Earthquake
Hazard Description
The category of seismic hazards includes three different but related hazard types—fault rupture, ground shaking, and liquefaction—all of which are consequences of earthquakes. Earthquakes themselves are caused by the movement of large pieces of the earth’s crust, called tectonic plates. As the tectonic plates

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move against each other, they can become stuck together, causing stress between the plates to build up until it eventually overcomes the friction holding them together. When this happens, the stress is released and the plates suddenly slip past each other, creating the shaking that is called an earthquake.

Earthquakes occur along boundaries called fault lines. These fault lines may be the actual border between plates, but they may also be borders between two sections of a single plate, created by the repeated process of accumulated and released stress. California sits on the boundary between the Pacific and North American tectonic plates. The motion between these plates occurs primarily on the faults of the Eastern California Shear Zone and the San Andreas fault system, which includes the Healdsburg-Rodgers Creek fault that passes through the eastern and northern areas of the city, as well as the San Andreas fault, 19 miles to the west, and the Maacama fault, 4 miles to the east. Fault rupture is the actual movement of the ground’s surface along a fault line when an earthquake occurs. This movement may be vertical, horizontal, or both, depending on the type of fault. Damage from fault rupture is limited to the area of the fault boundary itself, although depending on the amount of movement along the fault, the damage may be severe. Some earthquakes, known as “blind thrust earthquakes,” occur without causing visible surface rupture, although they may still cause substantial damage. The 1994 Northridge Earthquake, one of the most damaging in California history, was a blind thrust earthquake.

Ground Shaking
Ground shaking is generally the most damaging of seismic hazards and is the specific hazard most commonly associated with earthquakes. The severity of ground shaking is affected by local geology, but in general it will be most severe closest to the site of the earthquake and decrease with distance. Ground shaking may occur in an up-and-down, side-to-side, or rolling motion, depending on the type of seismic waves produced by the earthquake.

Liquefaction
Liquefaction occurs when loosely packed sand or silt is saturated with water and then shaken hard enough for it to temporarily behave like a fluid. This causes the soil to lose its strength, which may in turn damage structures built on or in it in a variety of ways. Liquefaction risk depends primarily on the height of the groundwater table and the composition of the soil.

Strength/Magnitude
Ground shaking is measured using either the moment magnitude scale (MMS, denoted as Mw or simply M) or the Modified Mercalli Intensity (MMI) Scale. The MMS is a replacement for the Richter scale, which is still often referred to but is no longer actively used, as the Richter scale is not reliable when measuring large earthquakes (USGS 2023). The weakest earthquakes measured by the MMS start at 1.0, with the numbers increasing with the strength of the earthquake. The strongest recorded earthquake, which struck Chile in 1960, measured 9.5 on the MMS (USGS 2023). Like the Richter scale, the MMS is a logarithmic scale, meaning the difference in strength between two earthquakes is much larger than the difference in their measurements. For example, a M6.0 earthquake is 1,000 times stronger than a M4.0 earthquake and about 1.4 times as strong as a M5.9 event.

The MMI Scale is based on the damage caused by the earthquake and how it is perceived, rather than an actual measurement. When comparing multiple earthquakes, one event may have a higher Mercalli rating

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than another even if it released less energy and thus was measured lower on the MMS. The MMI scale ranges from I (instrumental, rarely felt by people) to XII (catastrophic, total damage and lines of sight are distorted). Table 4-3 shows a general comparison between the MMS and the MMI Scale. Note that there is some overlap toward the higher end of the Mercalli ratings, with certain intensities produced by multiple ranges of magnitude measurements.

Table 4-3: Comparison of MMS and MMI Scale
Magnitude
(MMS)
Modified Mercalli Intensity (MMI) Scale
Intensity Description

1.0 to 3.0 I Not felt except by very few people under especially favorable conditions.

3.0 to 3.9
II Weak: Felt only by a few persons at rest, especially on upper floors of buildings.

III Weak: Felt quite noticeably by persons indoors, especially on upper floors of buildings. Many people do not recognize it as an earthquake. Standing motor cars may rock slightly. Vibrations are similar to the passing of a truck. Duration estimated.

4.0 to 4.9
IV Light: Felt indoors by many, outdoors by few during the day. At night, some awakened. Dishes, windows, doors disturbed; walls make cracking sound.

Sensation like heavy truck striking building. Standing motor cars rocked noticeably.

V Moderate: Felt by nearly everyone; many awakened. Some dishes and windows broken. Unstable objects overturned. Pendulum clocks may stop.

5.0 to

5.9 VI Strong: Felt by all, many frightened. Some heavy furniture moved; a few instances of fallen plaster. Damage slight.

6.0 to

6.9 VII Very Strong: Damage negligible in buildings of good design and construction; slight to moderate in well-built ordinary structures; considerable damage in poorly built or badly designed structures; some chimneys broken.

7.0 and
greater
VIII Severe: Damage slight in specially designed structures; considerable damage in ordinary substantial buildings with partial collapse. Damage great in poorly built structures. Fall of chimneys, factory stacks, columns, monuments, walls.

Heavy furniture overturned.

IX Violent: Damage considerable in specially designed structures; well-designed frame structures thrown out of plumb. Damage is great in substantial buildings, with partial collapse. Buildings shifted off foundations.

X Extreme: Some well-built wooden structures are destroyed; most masonry and frame structures are destroyed with foundations. Rails bent.

XI Extreme: Few, if any (masonry) structures remain standing. Bridges destroyed.

Rails bent greatly.

XII Extreme: Damage total. Lines of sight and level are distorted. Objects thrown into the air.

Source: USGS 2023a

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Past Occurrences
Earthquakes in California are a frequent occurrence, and smaller earthquakes often do not cause damage or disruption. There have been a few significant earthquakes in the region, though several happened prior to 1900 when documentation was less reliable. Table 4-4 lists significant earthquakes that have occurred since 1868 in the Healdsburg region.

Table 4-4: Earthquakes Felt in Healdsburg
Earthquake
Name
Year Fault Location Damage in
Healdsburg Magnitude
MMI Scale –
Healdsburg
Hayward 1868 Southern
Hayward
East Bay Moderate Unknown V–VI
Winters 1892 Unknown Central
Valley
Minor to
moderate
Unknown V
Santa Rosa 1893 Unknown 8 miles
east of
Santa Rosa
Minor Unknown V
Mare Island 1898 Rodgers
Creek
Mare
Island
Moderate M6.3 V–VI
Great San
Francisco
1906 San
Andreas
Near San
Francisco
Extensive M7.9 VII–IX
Santa Rosa 1969 Rodgers
Creek
Northern
Santa Rosa
Minor M5.6 and
M5.7
VI
Loma Prieta 1989 Near San
Andreas
Near Santa
Cruz
Slight M7.1 V
South Napa 2014 West Napa
Fault
Near Napa None M6.0 IV
Source: USGS 2023c
According to the City’s General Plan, the only reported case of liquefaction in Healdsburg was during the 1906 San Francisco earthquake, when there was evidence of lateral spreading and sand boils along the banks of the Russian River.

Location
The city is in a seismically active region, and all of Healdsburg is at risk of one or more seismic hazards.

Table 4-5 shows faults in proximity to Healdsburg, along with their distance from the city and maximum moment magnitude.

Table 4-5: Fault Parameters
Fault Distance and Direction from Healdsburg
Maximum Moment
Magnitude
Healdsburg-Rodgers Creek Crosses portions of Healdsburg 7.0 Maacama 4.5 miles north 6.9
San Andreas 19 miles west 7.9

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Hunting Creek 29 miles northeast 6.9
West Napa 28 miles southeast 6.5
Concord-Green Valley 40 miles east 6.9
Cordelia 43 miles southeast 6.7
Hayward 46 miles southeast 7.1
San Gregorio 52 miles south 7.3
Source: Healdsburg, City of, 2015.

Scenario-specific ShakeMaps for the Rodgers Creek, Maacama, and San Andreas faults are illustrated in Figures 4.2 through 4.4. These maps illustrate the expected level of ground shaking based on a specific event. Although it has not been mapped as part of California’s Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zoning Act (which regulates areas at risk of fault rupture), a stepover from the Rodgers Creek fault extends through the city. Sometimes identified as the Healdsburg fault, it follows the hills on the city’s eastern boundary before passing through the Saggio Hills Planning Area.

Figure 4.2: Rodgers Creek Fault ShakeMap

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Figure 4.3: Maacama Fault ShakeMap
Figure 4.4: San Andreas (All Northern Segments) Fault ShakeMap

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Figure 4.5 shows faults that have been active within the last 1.6 million years, including those in Healdsburg and the surrounding county, as well as the epicenters of earthquakes since 1973 that measured at least M3.5. The map indicates a cluster of earthquakes near The Geysers, a geothermal field about 14 miles northeast of Healdsburg. These earthquakes are frequent but relatively weak, associated with human actions at the Calpine Corporation’s power plant as opposed to fault activity. Geologists do not believe that the field is capable of producing a strong, destructive earthquake (USGS 2023).

Figure 4.5: Historic Earthquake Activity in Sonoma County (See Appendix C for a larger and higher resolution map) Healdsburg’s seismic risk comes primarily from regional faults in the area. US Geological Survey (USGS) studies show that these faults are capable of producing earthquakes with a peak ground acceleration equivalent to a g-force of 0.65 or greater throughout much of Sonoma County, including the entirety of Healdsburg. Two MMI categories of ground shaking are present in Healdsburg, Category IX described as violent shaking and Category X described as extreme shaking. Figure 4.6 shows which areas are susceptible to different levels of ground shaking.

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Different from the scenario specific ShakeMaps above, Figure 4.6 illustrates the overall shaking potential or the overall susceptibility. This map takes into account potential shaking on all major faults and incorporates that information into a single map, with the goal of illustrating the maximum level of shaking anticipated from any earthquake event. As described by the California Geological Survey (CGS), earthquake shaking potential is calculated considering historic earthquakes, slip rates on major faults and deformation throughout the region, and the potential for amplification of seismic waves by near-surface geologic materials. The complete analysis is called a Probabilistic Seismic Hazard Analysis. The resulting earthquake shaking potential is used in developing building code design values, estimating future earthquake losses, and prioritizing earthquake retrofit (Branum, Chen, Peterson & Wills 2016).

Figure 4.6: Susceptibility to Ground Shaking in Sonoma County (See Appendix C for a larger and higher resolution map) Most of Healdsburg has a very low to moderate susceptibility to liquefaction, although there are areas of high susceptibility along the city’s southern edge that includes portions of downtown west of Center Street and residential subdivisions on the north bank of the Russian River. Figure 4.7 shows liquefaction hazard areas in the city.

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Figure 4.7: Liquefaction Susceptibility in Healdsburg
(See Appendix C for a larger and higher resolution map)

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Warning Time
There is no current reliable way to predict the day or month that an earthquake will occur at any given location. Research is being done with warning systems that detect the lower energy compressional waves (P waves) that precede the secondary waves (S waves) experienced as an earthquake. Earthquake early warning systems may provide a few seconds’ or minutes’ notice that a major earthquake is about to occur.

The warning time is very short, but it could allow for someone to get under a desk, pause hazardous or high-risk work, or initiate protective automated systems in structures or critical infrastructure.

Secondary Hazards
Earthquakes can cause landslides, often as a result of loss of cohesion in clay-rich soils. Earthen dams and levees are highly susceptible to seismic events, and the impacts of their eventual failures can be considered secondary risk exposure to earthquakes. Additionally, fires can result from gas lines or power lines that are broken or downed during the earthquake. It may be difficult to control a fire, particularly if the water lines feeding fire hydrants are also broken.

Frequency/Probability of Future Occurrence
Likely - Seismologists do not know when a large earthquake will hit the region again but do know that one will occur. The city’s location on and near numerous faults, including several capable of causing significant earthquakes, means that Healdsburg will continue to face threats from earthquakes and related hazards.

The third Uniform California Earthquake Rupture Forecast (UCERF3), developed in 2014 by the Working Group on California Earthquake Probabilities and led by the USGS, provides estimates of the magnitude, location, and likelihood of fault rupture for more than 2,600 fault segments throughout the state, including two segments of the Rodgers Creek fault that passes through Healdsburg. The forecast for these segments indicates a 5.5 to 6.9 percent chance that a M6.7 earthquake will occur within the next 30 years.

Table 4-6 lists faults in Sonoma County included in UCERF3, showing the range of probabilities for earthquakes of varying magnitude occurring on a fault segment within the next 30 years.

Figure 4.8 illustrates the probability forecasts of the three faults of greatest concern (Rodgers Creek, Maacama, and San Andreas-Northern Coast) for M>6.7, M>7.5 and M>8.0 earthquakes. A single probability is not provided for an entire fault; rather, the probability varies depending on the location on the fault in question. To illustrate the range in probabilities for each fault, three points on each fault have been chosen, points that represent the lowest and highest probabilities as well as a mid-range probability.

Table 4-6: UCERF3 30-Year Earthquake Probabilities by Fault M6.7 M7.0 M7.5
Fault Min. Max. Avg. Min. Max. Avg. Min. Max. Avg.

Bennett Valley 0.01% 1.75% 0.27% 0.01% 1.25% 0.2% 0.01% 0.55% 0.1% Hayward 7.18% 19.97% 13.06% 5.79% 17.31% 11.12% 0.33% 7.64% 3.54% Maacama 4.78% 16.19% 9.09% 4.19% 14.42% 8.32% 0.01% 7.58% 1.86% Rodgers CreekHealdsburg1.31% 14.92% 6.93% 0.72% 12.5% 6.02% 0.04% 5.88% 2.31% San Andreas
(North Coast)
.12% 18.85% 6.76% 0.11% 18.2% 6.64% 0.1% 16.93% 6.35%
Source: WGCEP 2021

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Figure 4.8: UCERF3 30-Year M6.7 Earthquake Probabilities (Source: WGCEP 2021)
Faults not identified in the forecast are still capable of causing significant earthquakes. Depending on the magnitude and location of the earthquake, Healdsburg could be affected by earthquakes originating in all parts of the Bay Area.

Future Condition Considerations
The likelihood, size, and severity of seismic events are not expected to be directly impacted by any changes in future climate conditions. There is no evidence that climate change affects earthquakes. It is possible that anticipated changes to precipitation levels and storm intensity may affect groundwater aquifer levels, which could expand or contract areas of potential liquefaction in the Planning Area.

4.2.3 Flooding
Hazard Description
Flooding occurs when normally dry land is partially or completely inundated and can occur for a number of reasons. The water levels in bodies such as streams, rivers, lakes, and reservoirs can exceed the water body’s banks due to heavy rainfall or snowmelt, causing water to overflow into nearby areas. Heavy precipitation can overwhelm the ability of soil to absorb water or of local storm drains to carry it away, causing water to build up on the surface. Flooding may also occur from infrastructure failure, such as a burst water tank or dam failure.

Dam failure occurs when a dam structure or its foundation is damaged to such a degree that the dam partially or completely loses its ability to hold back water. When this happens, some or all of the water impounded by the dam is suddenly released, causing a very fast-moving flood downstream of the dam.

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Like other flash floods, dam failures can cause widespread injury or loss of life, extensive property damage, and displacement of a large number of people in the flood’s path. If the failed dam is part of a water supply network, a dam failure may also cause local and regional disruption to water service if there is no sufficient alternative supply.

Dams can fail for a number of reasons. Seismic or geologic hazards, such as earthquake shaking or a landslide, may damage the dam or its foundations, causing it to weaken to the point of failure. During intense rainfalls, the dam itself or the surrounding rock can erode sufficiently to cause a failure.

Additionally, the dam itself may be poorly sited, designed, or maintained, and so may collapse independent of any other hazard event. At times, these factors can work together, such as if a design flaw in a dam causes the floodwaters from an intense rainfall to erode parts of the dam and lead to a failure.

Regardless of the type of flood, a flood event can damage buildings and infrastructure either by debris carried along in the water or by the pressure of the water itself. Floods can weaken foundations and wash away soil, increasing the risk of damage or destruction. According to California’s Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan, floods are the second most common disaster type in California, second only to fires (CNRA and Cal OES 2020).

Strength/Magnitude
Flood severity is often described in years, such as a 100-year event. This does not mean that such an event will occur just once every 100 years. Rather, the term indicates a 1-in-100 probability, or that there is a 1 percent risk of such an event in any given year. Similarly, a 500-year flood indicates the risk of such an event is 1-in-500, or 0.2 percent, in any given year.

The magnitude of a flood may also be expressed in terms of the water’s depth. A 2017 flood control study prepared for the City of Healdsburg by West Yost Associates estimated flood depths along Foss Creek, the city’s primary source of flood risk. Using historic rainfall totals logged by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, along with locally collected hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, the study generated a flooding scenario that would result from a storm with a 1 percent chance of occurring in any given year. Based on existing conditions in the city, the report estimated that such a flood would produce

1.0 to 4.3 feet of flooding at eight locations, with an average depth of 2.3 feet.

Past Occurrences
The most recent flooding in Healdsburg occurred between February 24-March 1, 2019. This flood had a peak discharge of 67,300 cubic feet per second recorded and the flood reached a gauge height of 26.84 feet at Healdsburg. The majority of the flooding was in the Rivers Bend neighborhood with some flooding occurring downtown from Foss Creek. The city’s water reclamation facility also flooded causing significant damage to the facility and its contents.

A December 2014 flood originating from Foss Creek was Healdsburg’s most significant event. Following a series of storms, more than 8 inches of rain fell in a 24-hour period on December 10 and 11, flooding about 78 acres in the downtown area. The City identified 178 residential buildings and 143 commercial buildings that were affected, with roughly two dozen businesses suffering interior water damage. Total damage was estimated at $1.5 million.

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Sonoma County has experienced significant flooding on the Russian River on at least seven occasions since 1955. Of these, only the three most severe events caused flooding in Healdsburg. In those cases, inundated areas were centered on the bend in the river upstream of the Healdsburg Avenue bridge near Badger Park. The largest flood in recent history occurred between February 14 and 18, 1986, when a peak discharge of 102,000 cubic feet per second was recorded and the flood reached a gauge height of 48.6 feet at Guerneville. Heavy rains fell from December 26, 2005, to January 3, 2006, and the Russian River rose above flood stage at all USGS gaging stations in Sonoma County. At Guerneville, the river crested at

41.6 feet. The rainfall measured in the City of Santa Rosa during this storm was near record-setting at 17.6 inches. The President declared this flood a major disaster, and more than 100 roadways were blocked due to flooding or landslides.

Areas that flooded during February 1986, December 2005–January 2006, December 2014, and February - March 2019 events are shown in Figure 4.9.

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Figure 4.9: Historic Flooding in Healdsburg
(See Appendix C for a larger and higher resolution map)

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The city has never experienced flooding caused by a dam failure, nor have there been any significant dam failures elsewhere in Sonoma County. The near-catastrophic failure of the spillway of the Oroville Dam in Butte County, about 100 miles northeast of Healdsburg, in 2017 posed no direct threat to the city but serves as a reminder of the ongoing risk presented by dams.

Location
The Russian River and Foss Creek are the dominant flooding hazards for Healdsburg, with Foss Creek causing most of the flooding in the city.

FEMA produces Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) panels that identify which areas would be affected by flood events with a 1 percent and 0.2 percent chance of happening in any given year. FEMA revised its flood maps for the Healdsburg area in 2006. In addition, Healdsburg’s Public Works Department submitted an application for a Letter of Map Revision that modified the floodway for Foss Creek from where it crosses Grove Street to where it crosses US Highway 101; these revisions became effective in 2010. Figure

4.10 shows the location of flood hazard zones based on current FEMA data.

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Figure 4.10: Flood Hazard Zones for Healdsburg
(See Appendix C for a larger and higher resolution map)

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Russian River
The Russian River extends 110 miles and drains approximately 1,500 square miles in Mendocino and Sonoma counties into the Pacific Ocean. The river defines part of the eastern boundary of Healdsburg’s Urban Service Area. After rounding Fitch Mountain, the river crosses the city’s southern tip. FEMA’s flood maps show much of this area has at least a 0.2 percent annual chance of flooding, with a 1 percent annual chance for parts of Badger Park and the Rio Vista Estates subdivision. All or portions of approximately 100 homes and a few nonresidential properties within the city limits are included in the river’s 1 percent annual chance flood hazard zone. To maintain participation in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), the City updated its floodplain regulations to bring the City’s floodplain management ordinance into conformance with the current federal regulations and adopted the new flood hazard map.

Foss Creek
The other important surface water in the city is Foss Creek, which has its origins at the northeastern-most corner of the city’s Urban Service Area and empties into the Russian River. Most of the area within the city limits and over half of the Urban Service Area falls within the drainage area of Foss Creek. A portion of the Urban Service Area to the north of the city limits drains to Alexander Valley, and the balance of the Urban Service Area drains to the Russian River. Foss Creek runs north–south through town, roughly paralleling the Northwestern Pacific Railroad tracks, and flows first through a detention basin near the northern city limits (75 acre-feet capacity) and to a second detention basin (off-stream) south of Dry Creek Road (49 acre-feet capacity), then runs south in channels and conduits, leaving the city through double concrete boxes under US Highway 101 near Exchange Avenue and Healdsburg Avenue. The northern detention basin, located north of the Parkland Farms subdivision, was sized to accommodate anticipated development in the Foss Creek watershed portion of the city’s northern Planning Area. The detention basin accepts increases in storm runoff from development and detains the peak storm flows, thereby reducing downstream flooding. The detention basin is designed with upper and lower sections so that the lower area nearest the creek has 3:1 banks, fills first, and functions as a riparian habitat and wetland.

During a peak storm, an infrequent event, the upper portion of the detention basin fills as stormwater backs in from the lower area. This area is designed with a gradual 6:1 slope and rectangular shape to be available for secondary use as a recreational area. The detention capacity for the basin was calculated for housing densities higher than have actually been approved, resulting in a substantial factor of safety.

Therefore, no other major flood control or off-site storm drain improvements are anticipated to be required for further development in the northern Planning Area. This was the basis of the flood map amendment the City filed with FEMA, reflecting a significant reduction in the flood hazard areas for Foss Creek as a result of the detention basins’ construction.

The 2014 flood, however, inundated areas outside the revised hazard areas shown on FEMA flood maps, even as the detention basins functioned as intended. The Foss Creek Flood Control Study by West Yost Associates found the storm that produced the flood was less than a 1 percent annual chance event, with approximately a 1-in-67 chance of occurring in any given year. The study further estimated that a rainstorm with a 1-in-100 annual probability would flood much of southwestern Healdsburg and the downtown area, as shown in Figure 4.10. All this suggests that the hazard posed by Foss Creek may not be limited to the Special Flood Hazard Area shown on FIRM panels, and properties that do not fall within the regulatory 1 percent annual chance floodplain may still be at risk of flooding.

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Dam Failure Inundation
Flood control for the lower Russian River is provided primarily by Warm Springs Dam. It is located on Dry Creek, a tributary of the Russian River, approximately 10 miles northwest of the city. Lake Sonoma was created by the dam and has a storage capacity of 381,000 acre-feet and a total surface area of 3,600 acres.

Warm Springs Dam is located on a medium-sized fault but was designed to absorb the maximum expected displacement and ground shaking from any fault in the region. Failure of this dam could inundate most of the city, to an elevation of 230 feet.

Coyote Dam is an earthen dam on the East Fork of the Russian River above Ukiah (north and upstream of the city, in Mendocino County) and is part of a system that provides water to Mendocino, Sonoma, and Marin counties. The dam provides storage capacity of 122,500 acre-feet at Lake Mendocino. Failure of this dam could inundate the southern portion of the city with water traveling down the Russian River.

Warning Time
Due to the sequential pattern of meteorological conditions needed to cause serious flooding, it is unusual for a flood to occur without warning. Warning times for floods can be between 24 and 48 hours. Flash flooding can be less predictable, but potential hazard areas can be warned in advanced of potential flash flooding danger. Flash flooding is infrequent in the planning area.

As major storm systems approach, the National Weather Service, in coordination with the California Department of Water Resources, monitors weather conditions and real-time precipitation and river stage data; forecasts the amount and timing of expected precipitation; and issues official river forecasts and hydrologic statements. Updated a minimum of twice daily, these river forecasts are available as both text products and as graphical river guidance plots, which provide river stage information for each official forecast point for the next five days following the forecast issuance. As storm events continue with streams and rivers rising to threatening levels, these forecasts may be updated more frequently if needed.

Secondary Hazards
The most problematic secondary hazard for flooding is bank erosion. In many cases the threat and effects of erosion are worse than actual flooding. This is especially true on the upper courses of rivers where there are steep gradients. Floodwaters in these reaches may pass quickly and without much damage, but scour the banks, edging properties closer to the floodplain or causing them to fall in. Flooding is also responsible for hazards such as landslides when high flows over-saturate soils on steep slopes, causing them to fail. Hazardous materials spills are also a secondary hazard of flooding if storage tanks rupture and spill into streams, rivers or drainage sewers.

Frequency/Probability of Future Occurrence
Likely – Areas illustrated in blue in Figure 4.10 have a 1 percent chance of flooding in any given year. There is a 0.2 percent chance that a flood will occur in any given year in the floodplain areas shown in purple.

Some flooding may occur annually, but it may not be as severe as a 1 percent annual chance event, and it may not occur within the identified 1 percent annual chance floodplain. Significant, widespread flooding is most likely to occur when heavy rains fall over already saturated ground.

The risk of flooding can increase significantly in areas that have been burned by wildfire. Fires alter terrain and ground conditions, eliminating vegetation that can absorb rainfall. Flooding is also often more severe,

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as ash and debris left from the fire can contribute to mudflows. It can take up to five years before vegetation is restored. See the Wildfire section (Section 4.2.5) for information on areas at risk of wildfire.

The lack of any previous dam failure events in Sonoma County makes it difficult to make a precise prediction about future probability. A 2018 independent forensic report on the Oroville Dam incident identified systemic failures in dam safety regulations and industry practices and suggested that dam owners may be overconfident in their assessments (IFT 2018). Still, with only two actual failures among California’s 1,500 dams in the last 90 years and none since 1963, future occurrences can still be regarded as extremely unlikely.

Future Condition Considerations
There is some evidence that frequent intense storms, known as atmospheric river events, could increase in the coming decades due to climate change. Statewide, some studies suggest that more years will have an increased number of atmospheric river events and that the largest of these atmospheric river events will be more intense than they have been historically (Dettinger 2011). In general, Northern California is expected to see more frequent atmospheric river events, potentially up to twice as many by 2100 as the region currently does, while Southern California is expected to see the same number of atmospheric river events but with each individual storm an average of 10 to 20 percent more intense. However, the specific impacts on the Healdsburg region are not yet known (Oskin 2014).

As noted in the Drought section, dry conditions cause soil to harden, making it less absorbent to precipitation and increasing the risk of flooding, particularly at the beginning of the rainy season. Since drought conditions are expected to increase also, there is a greater risk of flooding from drought-induced changes in soil characteristics. These impacts may already be felt; in July 2015, Lieutenant Governor Gavin Newsom, acting temporarily as governor, issued a disaster proclamation for large parts of Southern California due to flooding and related hazards as a result of severe storms. In the proclamation, Newsom noted the drought’s impact of drying out soil and increasing the risk of flash floods (Office of the Governor 2015).

4.2.4 Landslide
Hazard Description
Landslides occur when the soils of a slope, such as a hillside or mountain, become unstable. When this happens, the soil slides down toward the base of the slope, damaging or destroying structures built on the moving soil or in its path. While landslides are often thought of as fast-moving events, some landslides may happen slowly over a long period of time.

The types of materials that compose a slope and the steepness of the slope help determine the overall risk that a landslide may occur. Soil stability and time also contribute to the risk of rockfall, which is of particular risk along roadways and trails where a path or highway has been cut into a hillside, exaggerating the angle of repose and increasing the likelihood of rockfalls.

Landslides may be triggered by other hazard events. The shaking of an earthquake or the loss of soil stability as a result of earthquake-induced liquefaction can cause the soil to slide. Alternatively, precipitation can result in saturated soil and a loss of stability, or flowing water may erode the base of a

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slope. The risk of a landslide is often exacerbated in areas recently burned by wildfire, as the fire burns vegetation that can absorb water and hold back soil. Without the vegetation to stabilize a slope and prevent runoff, sediment and debris are more susceptible to sliding.

Landslide hazards in Healdsburg are common, and generally occur as a result of heavy rainfall. Large earthquakes and improper grading or drainage practices can also cause landslides.

Within Healdsburg, many of the swales or ravines that occupy the steep hill slopes may be capable of generating debris flows. Debris flows are most likely to originate on slopes underlain by sandstone or Glen Ellen sediments. Areas underlain by mudstone of the Great Valley Sequence are generally characterized by earthflows or slumps and are considered less likely to generate debris flows (Healdsburg 2015).

Strength/Magnitude
As defined in a CGS Special Report for Sonoma County, five categories of stability, based on terrain and geology, have been established to help the County understand landslide susceptibility. The slope categories are shown in Table 4-7.

Table 4-7: Categories of Stability
Risk Category Description
Most
stable/lowest
risk
Least
stable/highest
risk
A Areas of greatest relative stability due to low slope inclination— predominantly less than 15%.

Bf Locally level areas within hilly terrain; may be underlain or bounded by unstable or potentially unstable rock materials.

B Areas of relatively stable rock and soil units, on slopes greater than 15%, containing few landslides.

C Areas of relatively unstable rock and soil units, on slopes greater than 15%, containing abundant landslides.

Landslide Areas of lowest relative slope stability. Failure and downslope movement of rock and soil have occurred or may have occurred.

Source: Huffman, Armstrong 1980
Notable landslide events are often described in terms of the volume of soil that moved or the depth of debris. Landslides that occurred in the Bay Area during the 1997–98 El Niño rainstorms, for example, ranged from 25 cubic meters to 13 million cubic meters (Godt 1999).

Past Occurrences
The Healdsburg General Plan Background Report identified 36 smaller landslides in Healdsburg along the northwestern to southeastern stretch of the city, and a larger landslide in the central portion of the eastern city boundary. These landslides are mainly slow-moving or earthflow landslides that are confined to the soil mantle and shallow, weathered bedrock. They represent identified; ongoing hazard areas as opposed to the location of specific events that caused damage.

The most notable example of damaging landslides in Sonoma County occurred during the 1997–98 El Niño rainstorms. Approximately 300 landslides were documented in 10 Bay Area counties. In Sonoma County,

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the USGS recorded seven major landslides that caused a total of $21 million in damages (Godt 1999).

While not among the most damaging, two of the seven were centered on Fitch Mountain near Healdsburg (Ramsey & Godt 1999). In one case, a small slide on the north side of the mountain liquefied at the toe— the lower margin of displaced soil—and moved down onto North Fitch Mountain Road near two homes (DOC 2023). The worst of the Sonoma County landslides occurred in the unincorporated community of Rio Nido near Guerneville, where debris flows on January 6–7, 1998, forced the evacuation of 140 homes, three of which were destroyed and dozens more damaged.

During the week of March 21, 2011, heavy rainfall caused a landslide near Burgundy Road in the portion of northern Healdsburg west of US Highway 101. The slide damaged the city’s water system, which in turn damaged the road and adjacent properties. The City Council declared a local emergency on September 19, 2011, and paid $500,000 to regrade the hill, install reinforcements and erosion control measures, and repair water and sewer mains and the road (Healdsburg, City of 2013).

More recently, the December 11, 2014, rainstorm that flooded downtown Healdsburg also caused part of a hillside to fail at a vineyard on West Dry Creek Road about 5 miles northwest of the city. The debris flow caused a large amount of soil to reach a tributary that feeds Dry Creek (Callahan 2016).

Location
The area most susceptible to landslides trends from the northwestern part of Healdsburg to the southeastern part, along the hills that define the city’s eastern edge. Much of this area also has mapped landslide deposits, which identifies higher risk of future landslides. The population in this area is less dense, but the area contains enough housing to pose a risk to life and property.

In addition to Burgundy Road and North Fitch Mountain Road locations, there is an active slide in the Parkland Farms area.

The Healdsburg General Plan Background Report maps areas of landslide risk based on CGS’s slope categorization. Virtually all the hillside areas are mapped as Zone C, areas with moderate to high landslide risk. Figure 4.11 shows the location of slope hazard zones in the city.

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Figure 4.11: Healdsburg Landslide Hazard Zones
(See Appendix C for a larger and higher resolution map)

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Warning Time
The velocity of landslides ranges from a slow creep of inches per year to many feet per second, depending on slope angle, material and water content. Some methods used to monitor landslides can provide an idea of the type of movement and the amount of time prior to failure. It is also possible to determine what areas are at risk during general time periods. Assessing the geology, vegetation and amount of predicted precipitation for an area can help in these predictions. However, there is no practical warning system for individual landslides. The current standard operating procedure is to monitor situations on a case-by-case basis and respond after the event has occurred.

Generally accepted warning signs for landslide activity include the following:
• Springs, seeps, or saturated ground in areas that have not typically been wet before • New cracks or unusual bulges in the ground, street pavements or sidewalks • Soil moving away from foundations
• Ancillary structures such as decks and patios tilting and/or moving relative to the main house • Tilting or cracking of concrete floors and foundations • Broken water lines and other underground utilities
• Leaning telephone poles, trees, retaining walls or fences • Offset fence lines
• Sunken or down-dropped road beds
• Rapid increase in creek water levels, possibly accompanied by increased turbidity (soil content) • Sudden decrease in creek water levels though rain is still falling or just recently stopped • Sticking doors and windows, and visible open spaces indicating jambs and frames out of plumb • A faint rumbling sound that increases in volume as the landslide nears • Unusual sounds, such as trees cracking or boulders knocking together.

Secondary Hazards
Mass movements are not generally known to result in secondary hazards. A landslide that blocks a river or stream does have the potential to cause flooding.

Frequency/Probability of Future Occurrence
Occasional - Because of Healdsburg’s topography, future landslides will most likely occur during periods of heavy rain. Just two damaging landslides have occurred within Healdsburg’s Urban Service Area in the last 20 years, both during the same winter storms. Road closures due to mud flows may occur more frequently, particularly during El Niño years, which have occurred in 7 of the last 20 winter seasons. The probability of a geologic hazard occurring in any given area is unknown, although landslide risks are likely to remain highest in the areas identified as having a high susceptibility. The geologic conditions in the county that have been responsible for past landslide events are not expected to change.

Future Condition Considerations
The expected increase in the frequency and/or intensity of storms that will affect California could make moisture-related landslides more common. The increase in average temperature and periods of drought may also cause soil to become less cohesive, making soil more unstable and potentially increasing landslide risk.

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4.2.5 PSPS
Hazard Description
In 2012, the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) ruled that the California Public Utility Code gives electric utilities the authority to shut off electric power to protect public safety, since power supply systems have the potential to ignite wildfires (California Public Utilities Commission 2022a). Electric utility infrastructure has historically been responsible for less than 10 percent of reported wildfires. However, fires attributed to power lines consist of roughly half of the most destructive fires in California history (California Public Utilities Commission 2022a).

A public safety power shutoff (PSPS) is an event in which a major electric power provider (e.g., PG&E, SDG&E, or Southern California Edison) temporarily shuts off electrical power to an elected area to prevent power lines from sparking wildfires and threatening human lives. Utilities usually undertake these during hot, dry days with sustained winds or strong gusts. The duration of a shutoff event is tied directly to the weather that triggers it; the shutoff typically ends within 24 hours after the weather conditions have subsided. However, PSPS events may extend beyond the 24-hour timeframe, depending on conditions (Pacific Gas & Electric n.d.).

Electrical systems may also be disrupted or degraded for other reasons including production failure, network management failure (rotating outages), infrastructure failure (ex. transmission line failure), attack, or impacts from other hazards (Ex. earthquake, wildfire). These are usually no-notice (or “unintentional”) incidents limited to specific geographic regions. While PSPS incidents are most similar to the Cal OES classification of an “unplanned” disruption, these outages may simultaneously affect large regions of Northern California.

Strength/Magnitude
A PSPS can impact the health and well-being of the community. Residents may experience heat illnesses and have food spoil when air conditioning and refrigeration systems cannot function due to the power loss. Other impacts include food losses due to no refrigeration, which can lead to cascading effects on those who cannot afford to restock their food; food service/restaurant industry (supply loss, spoilage, etc.); and disruption to lifelines and infrastructure.

An extended outage may prove very challenging for people with disabilities and those with access and/or functional needs who rely on medical equipment requiring electricity and have limited or no battery backup. Local police and fire dispatch centers may receive many calls for assistance from people at home with these types of needs. Power outages are especially difficult for people with respiratory conditions and/or chronic health problems. Hospitals may see a surge in the number of patients with chronic respiratory illnesses exacerbated by excessive heat and loss of air conditioning. Loss of power may severely compound the effects of other simultaneous hazards including wildfire and Excessive Heat. PSPS may directly or indirectly threaten public safety in several areas:

Personal Safety

1. Individuals with medical conditions that are dependent on electricity to power medical equipment, provide mobility, maintain temperature, or refrigerate medicines. Local agencies may make use of three

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databases that could assist in identifying individuals that may be dependent on electricity for these issues:

The PG&E Medical Baseline Program, the County In-Home Supportive Services, and the federal Medicare emPOWER map.

2. Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) and other congregate care institutions such as board and care facilities could also be impacted. In California, long-term care and skilled nursing facilities are required to have allhazards emergency plans and working generators to provide power for essential patient treatment needs.

However, these emergency power systems are not always reliable and failure could create sudden significant demands on the EMS system.

3. Although not expected, loss of power in hospitals will result in reduced services including advance imagery and cancellation of elective and non-urgent surgeries. Delays may cause patient health to deteriorate. Hospitals may see an increase in emergency room visits from those seeking support for medical devices.

4. Seniors, newborns, and other individuals may be challenged by lack of air conditioning. Home healthcare providers may be unable to provide services to all clients. Existing medical conditions may be exacerbated due to a) delays in receiving aid or resources, b) loss of temperature management systems, or c) the relocation of individuals.

5. Loss of traffic management systems and traffic signal lights may result in additional collisions and injuries.

6. Health and safety hazards may develop from improper food storage/handling, loss of remote health monitoring systems, and unsafe operation of generators (fire, burns, and carbon monoxide).

7. Acute and long-term behavioral health challenges may increase due to individual and community stress, trauma, uncertainty, and economic losses.

Public Safety Systems

1. 9-1-1. Loss of power in homes and businesses may prevent residents from using their VoIP and cordless phones to call 9-1-1. Similarly, loss of power will also eliminate use of most cell phone towers once the tower batteries run down. Plain Old Telephone Service (POTS) phones (i.e., copper lines) may continue to work. Communication providers who offer end-user access to the public switched telephone network to provide access to 9-1-1 are not required to provide access to 9-1-1 during a power outage or PSPS incident. 28 If residents are able to call via other means, automatic addressing may not be available increasing the potential for incorrect addressing and loss of local Records Management System (RMS) data.

2. Public Warning systems. Local public safety agencies may be unable to deliver warning messages in impacted areas due to loss of cell towers and failure of broadband wireless data, VoIP, and cable systems.

This will significantly diminish or eliminate the effectiveness of the SoCoAlert, WEA, and EAS systems.

3. Public Safety Communications. Public safety radio antenna sites have 8 hours of battery backup and are on emergency generator power. Most sites can run generators at load for 96 hours before needing to be

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re-fueled. However, voice and data applications that depend on commercial broadband wireless may not be available in a prolonged outage.

4. Degradation of first responder capabilities. Approximately 65% of fire stations have emergency power.

Departments/districts may be challenged in maintaining and surging communications, equipment and staff.

5. Backup electrical generators have a failure rate of between 3% and 20% due to improper configuration, automatic transfer switch (ATS) failure, mechanical failure, overheating, or oil/fuel issues.

6. Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs). During both the warning and outage phases, PSAPs will potentially experience a significant increase in calls for services due to medical emergencies, rescues, those seeking services such as additional oxygen supplies as well as actual/perceived security concerns including potential alarm responses. Additionally, many callers will be seeking information about the status of the outage and/or red flag warning or asking for public safety agencies to check on the welfare of their family members.

Infrastructure

1. Wireless broadband voice and data systems. For California providers, 88% of cell sites have emergency power backup and 80% have four or greater hours. The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) recently required wireless providers to maintain 72-hours backup power for their systems in Tier 2 and Tier 3 High Fire Threat Districts – this requirement goes into effect in 2021. The major providers have reported that they have rapidly deployable resources including mobile generators and refueling which could support systems in a sustained outage if the number of sites requiring power does not exceed this capacity.

2. Cable/fiber systems may also lose power. Most residents will lose power to home routers and home satellite systems thereby losing access to the internet, VoIP phones, and EAS. Similar to wireless broadband, new CPUC requirements for 72 hours of backup power for wireline broadband providers are to take effect in 2022. Internet Service Providers (ISPs) may continue to function using backup power.

3. Loss of fuel production/distribution. Very few gasoline stations have generator power to continue dispensing. A large regional outage could also disrupt production and distribution. Some government fueling facilities may also not be equipped with generators. There is one Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) fueling station in the County, which would also lose the ability to serve customers. In prolonged incidents, local governments may be asked to provide fuel to allied stakeholders including private sector ambulances, critical commodities haulers, and mutual aid resources.

4. Potable water systems. Sonoma Water expects to maintain the ability to provide wholesale water supplies using backup power and pumping systems. However, smaller retail systems may lose the ability to maintain adequate water pressure and/or supply resulting in turbidity and potential compromised water quality. This may require issuing notices to boil water or conserve water in some areas.

5. Cooling Centers. There will be challenges for opening cooling centers, as most facilities do not incorporate HVAC in emergency power circuits. Most traditional informal cooling facilities (malls, libraries,

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movie theatres, etc.) do not have emergency power and will close. County government has no public assembly buildings with capacity to operate HVAC under emergency power.

6. Wastewater systems. Most systems have emergency power for lift stations. However, there may be isolated losses in capabilities to pump and/or treat sewage in some areas – some spills may result in extended outages.

Transportation

1. Roads and highways may lose power to traffic signals and traffic metering/sensors. Most traffic signals will default to flashing red when on battery backup power – generally limited to 8 hours. A few key intersections may have generator backup power. Some traffic signals will go totally dark. Residents may seek power, cooling, food, or other services with friends or commercial centers in unaffected areas, thereby creating congestion on roads no longer served by operating signals.

3. The County airport may have to suspend commercial operations. While the Control Tower is equipped with an emergency generator, the terminal is not. The CalFire Air Attack Base is equipped with a generator.

4. Residents, businesses, and government agencies may be unable to recharge electric vehicles.

Business Community

1. Notification by PG&E of a potential PSPS may encourage residents to stock up on key supplies similar to what occurs during a hurricane warning. Areas may see shortages in batteries, bottled water, and long lines at gas stations.

2. The use of emergency generators in retail establishments varies widely. Most supermarkets have some generator power but will not be able to maintain refrigerators or freezers. Pharmacies generally do not have emergency power.

3. Loss of power will generally prevent electronic Point-of-Sale (POS) transactions. Some systems can operate on battery and then save transactions for later transmission when power is restored. Some merchants may use backup systems such as mobile devices. Most ATMs have some short-term battery power.

4. Widespread loss of power may impact regional warehouse, distribution, and delivery systems including just-in-time services for critical facilities (ex. hospital pharmacies). Small and large businesses across all sectors could see cancelled and diminished tourist bookings, disrupted production schedules, an interrupted supply chain, lost inventory, refunds. This could also reduce sales tax and Transitory Occupancy Tax (TOT) revenue. PSPS incidents generally occur during the County’s major tourist season (July-November).

5. Losses could continue long-term as “Continued news coverage of the possibility of PSPS incidents may lead to a reduction of future bookings from business and leisure travel, meetings, events and wedding segments regardless of the actual occurrence of an outage”.

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6. Most hotels do not have emergency power. If they do, it may only support emergency lighting, refrigeration, and/or limited business systems. These facilities may be forced to close. Thus, hotels may be unable to support residents seeking relief from an extended power outage or to serve as shelters in the event of evacuations. This may also limit their ability to serve as alternate worksites for impacted businesses and governments.

7. Closure of commercial retail spaces and movie theaters would prevent access by residents seeking relief from high heat.

Other

1. Food storage/preparation. A lack of refrigeration, degraded potable water, and/or lack of hot water for sanitation may increase the risk for food-borne illness in personal residences and in food service facilities.

Food service facilities must close if they cannot maintain food safety standards.

2. Schools. Each school district will assess the potential or actual impact of PSPS on their operations and safety. Schools will select the appropriate response measure depending on the time of day and year, including alternate curriculum, early dismissal, reunification and release procedures, and/or cancellation of classes for the next day(s). School closures could significantly disrupt the social fabric of our communities, limit the ability of parents and care providers to go to work, and impact other schoolaffiliated functions such as nutrition programs.

3. Other organizations including childcare centers, congregate care facilities, social organizations, and libraries may be forced to close.

4. Although improvements have been made, areas actually impacted by PSPS outages may differ from those forecasted.

Past Occurrences
During the October 2019 Kincade Fire, PG&E de-energized the City of Healdsburg’s transmission source creating a citywide power outage. This outage lasted for four-days and impeded fire-fighting efforts due to a lack of utility power at several critical facilities. PG&E has communicated with the City of Healdsburg that the City’s transmission source may be directly or indirectly affected by future PSPS events causing citywide power outages. PG&E’s most recent forecast for this level of event is one in every ten years.

Other areas surrounding Healdsburg continue to experience PSPS events on an annual and seasonal basis.

During the strongest of wind events wide areas of Sonoma County, including areas within the City of Healdsburg are placed on alert for the potential of PSPS events. While rare for the City, there are still overhead powerlines within the wildland urban interface (WUI) and the City may choose to de-energize these lines ahead of high-wind and low-humidity weather events.

Location
PSPS events often target wild land areas with high wildfire risk, but they can impact a much wider region.

The targeted area is the area at risk due to weather conditions. Given the long, connected nature of power supply systems, a shutoff event targeted to a small at-risk zone can affect power to larger areas beyond.

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As an example of potentially affected areas, Figure 4.12 shows the PSPS areas mapped by PG&E for its system statewide.

Warning Time
Forecasts of weather conditionssuch as red flag warnings, low humidity, and high winds can provide some warning of potential upcoming PSPS events. However, since PSPS events can impact areas beyond where the fire-risk weather conditions are being observed, due to the grid nature of electrical power distribution systems, some locations without forecast fire-risk conditions may still be vulnerable to an imminent PSPS.

Prior to a PSPS, electric utilities are required to notify customers who may be affected:
• Outages likely - Customers notified up to two days prior to shut off if the customer may be affected by a shutoff.
• Outages required - Customers notified one to four hours before shutoff and can be notified at any time.

Many utilities offer notification services through text or email, but the sign-up process for these notifications tends to be voluntary and typically targets customers/clients rather than all consumers.

Advanced warning times from electric providers to government agencies may vary depending on weather and environmental conditions. In advance of a PSPS event, the electric provider usually notifies the emergency management agency for the local operational area. That agency in turn notifies local jurisdictions and public safety providers. Some jurisdictions choose to notify residents, and some electric providers provide information on websites among other places.

Secondary Hazards
PSPS events can cause disruption of communications, water, and gas lines. These secondary hazards can lead to closures of retail businesses, grocery stores, gas stations, banks, and other services. Food spoilage and water contamination are other secondary hazards associated with PSPS events. The inability to use electrical medical devices and assistive technology during a PSPS event can also be a secondary hazard requiring mitigation by the City of Healdsburg.

Frequency/Probability of Future Occurrence
Likely - PSPS alerts continue to be based on weather and environmental conditions and are expected to continue into the foreseeable future. These events are most likely to occur during summer months with high temperatures, increased wind speeds, drier conditions, and low humidity.

California’s 33 reported PSPS events between 2013 and 2019 represent an average of almost five events per year. The State is expected to continue to experience multiple PSPS events each year. Per information provided by PG&E, the City of Healdsburg is expected to experience a citywide PSPS less than once every 10 years.

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Figure 4.12: Healdsburg PSPS Potential Outage Zones
(See Appendix C for a larger and higher resolution map)

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Future Condition Considerations
Conditions for wildfire are expected to become more common in the future due to climate change. This will likely increase the probability of PSPS events each year.

4.2.6 Severe Weather
Severe weather refers to any dangerous meteorological phenomena with the potential to cause damage, serious social disruption, or loss of human life. The most common severe weather events impacting Healdsburg are storms, high winds and excessive heat. For this risk assessment, the term “severe weather” refers to these three event types in aggregate. They are assessed as a single hazard for the following reasons:
• Records indicate that each of these weather event types has impacted the planning area to some degree, and all have similar frequencies of occurrence. • None of these weather event types have a clearly defined extent or location. Therefore, no quantitative, geospatial analysis is available to support exposure or vulnerability analysis; the analyses for this hazard are qualitative.

Hazard Description
Excessive Heat
Excessive Heat events can have severe impacts on human health and mortality, natural ecosystems, the agriculture sector and other economic sectors. According to information provided by FEMA, Excessive Heat is defined as temperatures that hover 10 degrees or more above the average high temperature for the region and last for several weeks. Heat kills by taxing the human body beyond its abilities. In a normal year, about 175 Americans succumb to the demands of summer heat. According to the National Weather Service (NWS), among natural hazards, only the cold of winter takes a greater toll nationally — not lightning, hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, or earthquakes. However, there is a lack of cold weather and extreme cold temperatures events in Sonoma County. During the 40-year period from 1936 through 1975, nearly 20,000 people were killed in the United States by the effects of heat and solar radiation. In the heat wave of 1980, more than 1,250 people died. The 2018 California SHMP notes the heat wave during the summer of 2006 led to 650 deaths in a 13-day period (Cal OES 2018), and in the past 15 years heat waves have claimed more lives in California than all other declared disaster events combined (California Climate Adaptation Strategy 2018).

Heat disorders generally have to do with a reduction or collapse of the body’s ability to shed heat by circulatory changes and sweating or a chemical (salt) imbalance caused by too much sweating. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, or when the body cannot compensate for fluids and salt lost through perspiration, the temperature of the body’s inner core begins to rise, and heat-related illness may develop. The elderly, small children, patients with chronic medical conditions, those on prescription medication therapy, and people with weight or alcohol problems are particularly susceptible to heat reactions, especially during heat waves in areas where moderate climate usually prevails.

Storms
A storm disaster is generally defined as a violent atmospheric disturbance occurring over land and/or water and is distinguished by its strength, characteristics, and the scale of the resulting damage. Storms

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can represent a major potential threat to the state’s population because of their frequency, the size of areas devastated and the population affected, and the scale of the potential resulting damage. Storms in California also have historically caused flooding, mudflows, landslides, electrical outages, and other impacts (NOAA 2023).

There are different types of storms including thunderstorms and winter storms, both of which can produce hazardous conditions. Thunderstorms can produce damaging winds, tornadoes, large hail, flooding and flash flooding. Winter storms can include freezing rain, sleet, heavy snow, and strong winds.

Severe thunderstorms are officially defined as storms that are capable of producing large hail (inch or larger) and/or wind gusts over 58 miles per hour (NOAA 2009). Hail this size can damage property such as plants, roofs, and vehicles. Wind this strong is able to break off large branches, knock over trees, or cause structural damage to trees. Thunderstorms also produce tornadoes and dangerous lightning; heavy rain can cause flash flooding.

A freeze is when the surface air temperature is expected to be 32 degrees or below over a widespread area for a climatologically significant period of time. Use of the term is usually restricted to advective situations or to occasions when wind or other conditions prevent frost. "Killing" may be used during the growing season when the temperature is expected to be low enough for a sufficient duration to kill all but the hardiest herbaceous crops (NOAA 2009). Sometimes a freeze warning will be issued during the growing season when surface temperatures are expected to drop below freezing over a large area for an extended period of time, regardless of whether or not frost develops.

High Winds
High winds, often accompanying severe thunderstorms, can cause significant property and crop damage, threaten public safety and have adverse economic impacts from business closures and power loss.

Windstorms in the City of Healdsburg are typically straight-line winds. Straight-line winds are generally any thunderstorm wind that is not associated with rotation (i.e., is not a tornado). These winds can exceed 100 miles per hour (mph) and are responsible for most wind damage related to thunderstorms. These winds can overturn mobile homes, tear roofs off houses, topple trees, snap power lines, shatter windows, and sandblast paint from cars. Other associated hazards include utility outages, arcing power lines, debris blocking streets, dust storms, and an occasional structure fire. High winds and tornadoes can cause damage to property and loss of life. Property damage can include damage to buildings, fallen trees and power lines, broken gas lines, broken sewer and water mains, and the outbreak of fires. Agricultural crops and industries may also be damaged or destroyed. Access roads and streets may be blocked by debris, delaying necessary emergency response.

Strength/Magnitude
Excessive Heat
Limited – The City of Healdsburg begins to experience hot weather in June or July of each year, and the heat continues throughout the summer months. According to the Western Regional Climate Center (WRCC), the average high temperature for the City of Healdsburg in July is 81.8°F. Temperatures that are 10 degrees above normal are considered excessive. The California OES Contingency Plan for Excessive

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Heat Emergencies (2014) indicates that through the use of historical weather and mortality data, the NWS and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) have identified five major types of climate regions within California to account for climate differences among regions in order to recognize what constitutes an excessive heat event in each of the regions. When temperatures spike for two or more consecutive days without an adequate drop in nighttime temperature to cool the outdoor and indoor environments, there is a significant increase in the risk to vulnerable populations.

The NWS has in place a system to initiate alert procedures (outlooks, advisories, watches, and warnings) when high temperatures are expected to have a significant impact on public safety. The expected severity of the heat determines which type of alert is issued. During past heat waves, the City of Healdsburg has designated facilities as Cooling Centers. In 2017 the Healdsburg Community Center and the Healdsburg Senior Center were designated as City Cooling Centers. The Centers also accepted cats and dogs on leashes or inside appropriate pet carriers. In summary, Excessive Heat impacts would likely be limited in the Planning Area, with 10 to 25 percent of the Planning Area affected. Excessive Heat will have an impact on vulnerable populations and could also impact livestock and crops if the event occurs during certain times of the year. These are the criteria for each alert and the associated NWS Heat Index:

Excessive Heat Outlook: When the potential exists for an excessive heat event in the next 3 to 7 days. An outlook is used to indicate that a heat event may develop. It is intended to provide information to those who need considerable lead time to prepare for the event, such as public utilities, emergency management and public health officials.

Excessive Heat Watch: Conditions favorable for an excessive heat event to meet/exceed heat warning criteria in the next 12 to 48 hours.

Heat Advisory: Heat index of 105°F daytime and/or 80°F nighttime.

Excessive Heat Warning: Heat Index at least 115°F for 3 hours or more, with minimum nighttime heat index at or above 80°F or based on the heat health watch warning system.

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Storms
Limited –Storms that involve heavy rain and hail, can be measured according to hail by diameter size.

Common problems associated with severe storms include the loss of utilities or immobility. Loss of life is uncommon but can occur during severe storms. Immobility can occur when roads become impassable due to dense fog, flooding, downed trees, ice, or a landslide. Fog specifically poses a risk to commuters and driving conditions as fog typically forms rapidly in the early morning hours. Nighttime driving in the conditions and visibility. Loss of utilities can occur when severe thunderstorms cause trees or tree limbs to fall and damage powerlines. Lightning can also cause severe damage and injury, particularly when it causes wildfires.

The heavy precipitation that is possible in the City of Healdsburg and all of California is often the result of an atmospheric river. Atmospheric rivers are categorized by a unit of measurement known as the Integrated Water Vapor Transport (IVT), which takes into account the amount of water vapor in the system and the wind that moves it around. For a storm to be classified as an atmospheric river it has to reach an IVT threshold of 250 units; 1,000 IVT or more is considered to be “extreme” (Arcuni, 2019). In 2019 a system for categorizing the strength and impacts of atmospheric rivers was developed by the Center for Western Weather and Water Extremes (CW3E), out of the Scripps Institution of Oceanography at the University of California San Diego. The newly developed scale ranks ARs into five categories from weak to exceptional. Unlike the Fujita scale for tornadoes that focuses on potential damage, the AR scale accounts for both storms that may be hazardous and storms that can provide benefits to the local water supply. A category one AR is considered to be primarily beneficial, generally lasting only 24 hours and producing modest rainfall. On the other end of the scale, a category five AR is considered “exceptional” and primarily hazardous, lasting for several days and associated with heavy rainfall and runoff that may cause significant damages.

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Three categories of damage threats for Severe Thunderstorm Warnings were developed by NWS. The categories, in order of lowest to highest damage threat, are base, considerable, and destructive. These tags and additional messaging are designed to promote immediate action based on the threats. These are the conditions for each storm category:

Base – The criteria for a baseline or “base” severe thunderstorm warning remains unchanged: 1.00 inch (quarter-sized) hail and/or 58 mph thunderstorm winds. This will not activate a Wireless Emergency Alert (WEA) on smartphones. When no damage threat tag is present, damage is expected to be at the base level.

Considerable – The criteria for a considerable damage threat is at least 1.75 inch diameter (golf ball-sized) hail and/or 70 mph thunderstorm winds. This will not activate a WEA.

Destructive – The criteria for a destructive damage threat is at least 2.75 inch diameter (baseball-sized) hail and/or 80 mph thunderstorm winds. Warnings with this tag will automatically activate a (WEA) on smartphones within the warned area.

High Winds
Limited – Based on NCEI records between 1950 and November 16, 2023, there have been 211 high and strong High Winds in Sonoma County, causing a total of $3,858,300 in property damage. The most damaging event took place on December 27, 2006 and was a 30 mph wind event that resulted in over $1 million of property damage to both commercial and residential structures. The highest magnitude event recorded occurred on February 14, 2019 and was in association with an atmospheric river that moved through the region. Recorded winds were as high as 80-mph and resulted in downed trees, power outages, and property damages.

High Winds in Sonoma County have led to six recorded fatalities and five injuries. Overall, high wind event impacts to Healdsburg would likely be limited, with a majority of impacts being related to property damages caused by down trees as well as power outages. Overall, impacts from High Winds would likely be limited, with 10 to 25 percent of property severely damaged.

The Beaufort Wind Scale is used to define the extent of high winds in the planning area:

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Past Occurrences
In the past five years, from 1/1/2018 to 11/16/2023, the NOAA Storm Events Database has reported 49 severe weather events (NOAA 2023).

Table 4-8: Severe Weather in the Sonoma County, North Bay Interior Valleys and Mountains Event Type Start Date Deaths Injuries Property
Damage
Crop Damage
Excessive Heat 9/6/2020 0 0 $0 $0
Excessive Heat 7/10/2021 0 0 $0 $0
Excessive Heat 7/1/2023 0 0 $0 $0
High Winds 1/1/2019 0 0 $0 $0
High Winds 1/5/2019 0 0 $0 $0
High Winds 1/8/2019 0 0 $0 $0
High Winds 1/16/2019 1 0 $0 $0
High Winds 2/2/2019 0 0 $0 $0
High Winds 2/13/2019 0 0 $0 $0
High Winds 2/25/2019 0 0 $0 $0
High Winds 3/5/2019 0 0 $0 $0
High Winds 5/16/2019 0 0 $1,000 $0
High Winds 10/9/2019 0 0 $0 $0
High Winds 10/23/2019 0 0 $3,000 $0
High Winds 10/29/2019 0 0 $0 $0
High Winds 2/9/2020 0 0 $0 $0
High Winds 3/1/2020 0 0 $0 $0
High Winds 9/8/2020 0 0 $0 $0
High Winds 9/27/2020 0 0 $0 $0

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High Winds 10/14/2020 0 0 $0 $0
High Winds 10/25/2020 0 0 $0 $0
High Winds 11/6/2020 0 0 $0 $0
High Winds 11/7/2020 0 0 $0 $0
High Winds 12/7/2020 0 0 $0 $0
High Winds 1/18/2021 0 0 $0 $0
High Winds 1/24/2021 0 0 $0 $0
High Winds 2/24/2021 0 0 $0 $0
High Winds 3/30/2021 0 0 $0 $0
High Winds 1/22/2022 0 0 $0 $0
High Winds 3/4/2022 0 0 $0 $0
High Winds 4/11/2022 0 0 $0 $0
High Winds 9/18/2022 0 0 $0 $0
High Winds 1/4/2023 0 0 $0 $0
High Winds 1/14/2023 0 0 $10,000 $0
High Winds 2/21/2023 0 0 $20,000 $0
High Winds 3/9/2023 0 0 $10,000 $0
High Winds 3/14/2023 0 0 $0 $0
High Winds 3/28/2023 0 0 $0 $0
Storms 1/16/2019 1 0 $0 $0
Storms 2/15/2019 0 0 $0 $0
Storms 10/31/2019 0 0 $0 $0
Storms 11/28/2019 0 0 $0 $0
Storms 3/25/2020 0 0 $0 $0
Storms 8/16/2020 0 0 $0 $0
Storms 11/10/2020 0 0 $0 $0
Storms 1/26/2021 0 0 $0 $0
Storms 2/23/2021 0 0 $0 $0
Storms 3/10/2021 0 0 $0 $0
Storms 1/21/2023 0 5 $0 $0
Storms 3/9/2023 0 0 $10,000 $0
Source: NOAA, 2023
One of the most recent significant storm/wind events was in January 2023 when a strong atmospheric river combined with a bomb cyclone led to widespread heavy rain, damaging wind gusts, and high surf across the Bay Area and Central Coast that resulted in one death in Occidental from a downed redwood tree.

A prolonged and oppressive heat wave swept the Central Coast and Bay Area for almost a week from August 14th to August 19th with widespread record-breaking temperatures observed across the region.

This was caused by a strong high-pressure system over the Desert Southwest that expanded westward into California. This dome of heat brought hot temperatures to the area for several days. Multiple days of triple digit afternoon highs were recorded inland with some coastal locations even reaching the mid-90s.

Several days of hot and dry weather further dried fuels over the area increasing fire danger. During this event, a surge of monsoonal and tropical moisture from a former Tropical Storm advected northward with

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sufficient instability to generate multiple high based and dry thunderstorms that produced several thousand lightning strikes over the Greater Bay Area. Many locations saw wind gusts of 40-50 mph with isolated areas seeing gusts of 60-75 mph. This prompted the San Francisco Bay Area forecast office to issue a rare severe thunderstorm warning. These lightning strikes in combination with gusty and erratic outflow winds sparked hundreds of wildfires across the state of California. Several smaller fires combined to form complexes, some of which are now among the largest wildfires in state history. Most of which were still actively burning at the end of August. Hundreds of thousands of acres have been burned with several hundred structures destroyed as well as a handful of deaths and injuries. Tens of thousands of residents were also forced to evacuate. Additionally, all of these wildfires burning simultaneously across the state gave the Bay Area the worst air quality in the world at one point.

Location
None of these weather event types have a clearly defined extent or location. Therefore, no quantitative, geospatial analysis is available to support exposure or vulnerability analysis; the analyses for this hazard are qualitative. Excessive heat, Storms, and High Winds all have the potential to occur anywhere in the planning area.

Warning Time
Meteorologists can often predict the likelihood of a severe weather event including excessive heat, Storms, and High Winds. This can give several days of warning time. However, meteorologists cannot predict the exact time of onset or severity of a storm. Some storms may come on quickly, with only a few hours of warning time.

Secondary Hazards
Excessive Heat can contribute to fire-prone dry vegetation. Major riverine or urban flooding can result from heavy rain. Rain falling on saturated soils on slopes or on areas recently burned by wildfire may lead to landslides. Lightning during storms presents a risk of starting a wildfire. High winds can lead to PSPS events and increase the risk of a wildfire.

Frequency/Probability of Future Occurrence
Excessive Heat
Likely – Temperatures of Excessive Heat are likely to continue to occur annually in the Planning Area.

Storms
Likely – Storms events are well-documented seasonal occurrences that will continue to occur annually in the Planning Area.

High Winds
Likely – A total of 211 combined high and strong High Winds have occurred in Sonoma County over 68 years of record keeping, which equates to an average of three events in a typical year. Historical wind activity within the Planning Area indicates that the area will likely continue to experience high High Winds during adverse weather conditions. The actual risk of a wind event to the City is dependent on the nature and location and the magnitude of a high wind event.

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Future Condition Considerations
Severe weather events are expected to increase in Healdsburg over the coming decades due to climate change. Statewide, some studies suggest that more years will have an increased number of severe weather events and that the largest of these events will be more intense than they have been historically.

In general, Northern California is expected to see more frequent severe weather events, potentially up to twice as many by 2100 as the region currently does, while Southern California is expected to see the same number of events but with each individual storm an average of 10 to 20 percent more intense. However, the specific impacts on the Healdsburg region are not yet known.

Excessive Heat
Heat waves are likely to become more frequent, which will have direct impacts on human health in terms of heat related illness. With the general trend of increased warming of average temperatures, extreme high temperatures will likely also increase. Cascading impacts include increased stress on water quantity and quality, degraded air quality, and increased potential for more severe or catastrophic natural events such as heavy rain, droughts, and wildfire. Another cascading impact includes increased duration and intensity of wildfires with warmer temperatures.

Storms
As average temperatures increase over time, this generally will result in higher extreme temperatures and more warming in the atmosphere can trigger climate changes, which could result in more frequent extreme weather events. According to California’s Fourth Climate Change Assessment, the number of days each year on which the atmospheric rivers bring “extreme” amounts of rain and snow to the region are expected to increase under the projected climate change for the state, possibly increasing more than a quarter. Pacific Northwest National Laboratory researchers found that atmospheric rivers will reach the West Coast more frequently if GHG emissions continue to rise under business-as-usual conditions.

Currently, the West receives rain or snow from these atmospheric rivers between 25 and 40 days each year. By the end of this century, days on which the atmospheric rivers reach the coast could increase by a third this century, between 35 and 55 days a year. Meanwhile, the number of days each year on which the atmospheric rivers bring “extreme” amounts of rain and snow to the region could increase by more than a quarter.

High Winds
There presently is not enough data or research to quantify the magnitude of change that climate change may have related to wind frequency and intensity. Studies referenced in California’s Fourth Climate Assessment indicated that extreme fire weather, particularly in the form of hot and dry winds, can strongly influence shrub-land fire regimes. Strong winds have also been associated with severe forest fires in California, meaning climate change impacts on wind patterns may also affect forest health and wildfire susceptibility. Lastly, other ongoing research compiled in the recent climate assessment has resulted in different conclusions on the effect of climate change on wind regimes, particularly extreme High Winds, such as the Santa Ana and Diablo winds that created some of the most devastating wildfires (California

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Natural Resources Agency 2018a). At this time, these changing factors are not well understood and are still being incorporated into state and regional research and risk analysis.

4.2.7 Wildfire
Hazard Description
The term wildfire refers to any conflagration that starts in a rural, sparsely populated or largely undeveloped area. In many parts of the world, wildfires form part of the ecosystem and often burn at a safe distance from areas of human settlement. Under dry conditions and when fanned by strong winds, however, fires can spread into heavily populated areas, causing major damage to property. Buildings may be set alight by radiant heat, contact with the flames, or flying embers. Smoke can also cause property damage and health concerns, and indirect losses can result from business interruption.

A complex interplay of natural anthropogenic factors influences the extent and magnitude of wildfires.

Most wildfires are sparked by human activity and expand due to factors such as the type and dryness of vegetation, slope, wind, and other climatic components such as temperatures and precipitation. Wind plays a significant factor in the spread of fire, and the strong, dry Santa Ana and foehn winds significantly increase the risk and severity of wildfire (Sonoma County 2017). Recent issues with Sudden Oak Death, a forest disease caused by a fungus-like organism that has been responsible for the death of thousands of oaks and tanoaks in California’s coastal areas, has increased the amount of dead and dry vegetation that can serve as tinder for a wildfire. Drought also can increase the likelihood and magnitude of wildfires. The complicated nature of wildfire spread makes it difficult to predict; even if hazard zones can be clearly identified, fires can cause significant losses in unexpected locations under unique circumstances.

In December 2022, the City of Healdsburg adopted a Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) as an annex to this plan. A CWPP is a plan developed in the collaborative framework established by the Wildland Fire Leadership Council and agreed to by land management agencies managing land in the vicinity of the planning area (USDA 2023). A CWPP also identifies and prioritizes areas for hazardous fuel reduction treatments and recommends the types and methods of treatment that will protect one or more at-risk communities and essential infrastructure and recommends measures to reduce structural ignitability throughout the at-risk community. CWPP also identified a home out approach to create defensible space and prevent home-to-home ignition from a wildfire conflagration.

Strength/Magnitude
CalFire gauges wildfires in terms of the number of acres burned. On average, wildfires in Sonoma County since the 1960s have burned about 34,000 acres each, and as much as 363,220 acres. The median fire is the 2017 Tubbs Fire, which burned 36, 807 acres.

Past Occurrences
Wildfires have occurred regularly in the Bay Area region, with documented fires going back to the 1960s.

CalFire 2023 reports large wildfires as having occurred in 1961, 1962, 1964, 1965, 1970, 1981, 1985, 1988, 1991, 2008, 2017, 2019, and 2020.

The 2017 fire season was the worst in California’s history and included major, highly destructive fires in Sonoma and Napa counties. These included the Pocket Fire to the north of Healdsburg and the Tubbs Fire

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to the south and east. The Tubbs Fire is the most destructive wildfire in modern state history, claiming 36,432 acres of land, 5,300 structures, and 22 lives. Within hours of its ignition, the fire swept out of the mountainous areas north of Santa Rosa and into densely populated city neighborhoods. The Pocket Fire burned 17,357 acres of mostly undeveloped land in the Geyserville area, destroying only a few structures.

These fires burned in concert with the Nuns and Atlas fires farther to the south, all of which started on October 8 and 9, 2017, spurred by high winds and recent drought conditions that caused the fires to spread quickly and unpredictably (Cal Fire 2018). While none of these fires reached Healdsburg, the Tubbs and Pocket fire perimeters both were less than 6 miles from the city’s border. On October 11, 2017, city officials advised residents of Fitch Mountain and along Bailhache and Rio Lindo avenues to be prepared to evacuate if necessary. No official evacuation orders were issued, but some residents did leave their homes as a precaution. The Healdsburg Community Center served as an emergency shelter for those displaced by the fires, registering 195 evacuees by the second day (Avants 2017).

Prior to the Sonoma and Napa County fires, the 1991 fire in the Oakland-Berkeley Hills was the largest urban wildland fire in the Bay Area and resulted in $1.7 billion in losses. In the fire, 3,354 single-family dwellings and 456 apartments were destroyed, while 25 people were killed and 150 people were injured (ABAG 2017).

The Kincade Fire, an unparalleled wildfire that started in the late hours of October 23, 2019, was a significant event in Sonoma County, California. Originating in The Geysers region, just northeast of Geyserville, the fire rapidly engulfed an expansive area of 77,758 acres, propelled by the extreme wind conditions at the time. Over 90,000 structures fell under threat, prompting widespread evacuations throughout the county, affecting communities including Geyserville, Healdsburg, Windsor, and Santa Rosa. The severity of the fire led to evacuation warnings and orders extending to parts of Lake County. At its peak, the Kincade Fire became the most extensive wildfire in the 2019 California wildfire season, and the largest recorded in Sonoma County before being surpassed by the LNU Lightning Complex fires in 2020. The cause of the fire was traced back to the failure of a 230,000-volt transmission line near the point of origin. The fallout saw power being cut off to millions of residents and widespread property damage, leading to massive disruptions in communication and power infrastructure in the region. Despite the challenges, the tireless efforts of the fire management teams led to the full containment of the fire by November 6, 2019.

The LNU Lightning Complex Fire, which broke out in the summer of 2020, was a destructive ensemble of wildfires across several counties in Northern California, with one of its constituent fires being the infamous Walbridge Fire. The Walbridge Fire, ignited by a series of intense lightning storms, originated west of Healdsburg in Sonoma County and swiftly spread across vast swathes of land, menacing both residential and natural environments. Due to an extreme combination of high temperatures, dry conditions, and gusty winds, the fire escalated at a rapid pace, posing serious challenges to containment efforts. The flames seared through an expansive terrain, leaving a trail of devastated structures and prompting widespread evacuation orders in threatened communities. The severe environmental toll of the fire was further reflected in the extensive damage to the region's ecological systems, particularly impacting the local wildlife. Amidst its devastation, the Walbridge Fire underscored the increasingly concerning impact of climate change on the frequency and intensity of wildfires in California.

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Hundreds of fires have burned in Sonoma County since the 1960s, including those listed in Table 4-8 and shown in Figure 4.12. Historically, major fires have not significantly impacted Healdsburg, but they could in the future.

Table 4-9: Historic Sonoma County Fires
Year Name Acres Burned
Structures
Burned
1964 Hanley 52,700 108
1964 Nuns Canyon 10,400 27
1965 Knight’s Valley 6,000 0
1965 Pocket Ranch 4,000 0
1965 Austin Creek 7,000 0
1972 Bradford 1,760 4
1978 Creighton Ridge 11,405 64
1988 Cloverdale 1,833 100
1988 Geysers 9,000 7
1996 Porter Creek 300 0
1996 Cavedale 2,100 0
1999 Geyser Road 1,300 0
2000 Berryessa 5,731 15
2004 Geysers 12,000 6
2008 85 322 0
2008 Pine 989 0
2013 McCabe 3,505 1
2015 Valley 76,067 1,955
2017 Tubbs 36,807 5,643
2017 Nuns 54,382 1,355
2017 Pocket 17,357 6
2019 Kincade 77,758 374
2020 LNU (Walbridge) 363,220 1,491
2020 Glass 67,484 661
Source: CalFire, 2023

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Figure 4-13: Historic Fire Perimeters in the Healdsburg Vicinity (See Appendix C for a larger and higher resolution map)

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Location
Fire-prone areas in California are divided into three categories: Federal Responsibility Areas (FRAs), State Responsibility Areas (SRAs), and Local Responsibility Areas (LRAs). FRAs are lands where federal agencies are responsible for preventing and fighting fires, and include lands protected by the US Forest Service, the US Department of Agriculture, and the Department of the Interior (including the National Park Service, the Bureau of Land Management, and the Bureau of Indian Affairs). SRAs are areas where CalFire is responsible for fire prevention and firefighting, while local agencies have responsibilities in the LRAs. The LRA for the Healdsburg region is shown in Figure 4.14.

CalFire is required by state law to map areas of significant fire hazards based on fuels, terrain, weather, and other relevant factors. These zones, referred to as Fire Hazard Severity Zones (FHSZ), influence how people construct buildings and protect property to reduce risk associated with wildland fires. Determining fire hazard severity has two key components: probability of burning and expected fire behavior. The factors considered in determining hazard are how often an area will burn, and when it does burn, what characteristics might lead to buildings being ignited? Based on these factors, each area is categorized as a Moderate, High, or Very High FHSZ. The classification system is intended to provide a broad stroke understanding of the level of wildfire hazard across the state and may not always reflect hazard from highly localized and fine-grained factors.

Figure 4.14 shows the FHSZsfor both the SRA and LRA in the Healdsburg area. The area around Healdsburg is generally classified as either moderate or high fire hazard, with the high fire hazard areas on the eastern side encompassing much of Fitch Mountain and the wooded and brush-covered ridges. Although these are the areas of greatest concern, the rest of the city could be affected by the spread of fire into urban areas, high winds and mountainous terrain that make firefighting difficult, and the resulting particulate matter causing health concerns in the region. Areas of wildland-urban interface (WUI) are particularly vulnerable because fire can easily spread from the wildland area to the urban, putting property and lives at risk.

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Figure 4.14: Healdsburg Fire Hazard Severity Zones and Areas of Responsibility (See Appendix C for a larger and higher resolution map) Warning Time
Warning time for wildfires in regions like Sonoma County, California, varies greatly and is contingent upon numerous factors, with a notable influence being weather conditions. Sometimes, meteorological forecasts provide early indicators of potential 'red flag' conditions such as high temperatures, low humidity, and strong winds, offering residents and firefighters a precious lead time to prepare. However, fast-spreading wind-driven wildfires can ignite and spread with very little advanced warning. These rapidly evolving situations can catch communities off guard, offering limited evacuation time and complicating firefighting efforts. Therefore, constant preparedness is vital for residents in these areas. This readiness involves creating and maintaining defensible spaces around homes, planning evacuation routes, and staying updated on local fire conditions. In the face of the unpredictable nature of wildfires, such preparedness can significantly enhance community resilience and safety.

Secondary Hazards
Wildfires not only pose immediate threats through the flames themselves but also give rise to a number of secondary hazards that continue to endanger life and property even after the fire has passed. Downed

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power lines are one such hazard; they can be hidden amongst debris and cause electrocution risks. Hazard trees, weakened or killed by the fire, may collapse unexpectedly, posing a risk to both people and structures. Similarly, structures partially damaged by the fire may be structurally unsound and prone to collapse, representing another dangerous situation. Additionally, access roads might be blocked by fallen debris or damaged infrastructure, impeding evacuation and emergency response efforts. Beyond these immediate post-fire risks, other secondary hazards include landslides and soil erosion, due to the destruction of vegetation that normally stabilizes the soil. Furthermore, ash and fire-retardant chemicals can contaminate water supplies, presenting longer-term environmental and health hazards. Therefore, proper mitigation and clean-up measures are vital to ensure safety after a wildfire event.

Frequency/Probability of Future Occurrence
Occasional – Considering the local fuels, weather conditions, and the flat topography in the area combined with a lack of extensive WUI development means that fires may only occur occasionally in or immediately surrounding the City. A widely damaging wildland fire within the City is considered to be more unlikely, although changing issues and increasing record-high temperatures accompanied by low humidity, strong winds, and drought conditions could worsen the likelihood of fires in the Planning Area in the future.

Fires are a common feature in California and the Healdsburg area. In the last 25 years, one in every three fire seasons has involved a major wildfire in Sonoma County. In addition, development in rural and suburban areas along Healdsburg’s WUI is expected to increase with population growth, which increases the risk of wildfire damage. Increased development in the area can also lead to more fires caused by human activity, including faulty or downed utility lines. It is therefore assumed that wildfires will continue to occur and pose a risk to people and assets in Healdsburg, and possibly increase in frequency and magnitude.

Future Condition Considerations
Future fire risk modeling analyzes two primary variables: fuel availability and flammability. In California, the change in fire risk is a result of two climate factors. First, fire risk can increase due to a densely forested ecosystem as a result of higher temperatures, less snowpack, and earlier springs. Second, fire risk can decrease when formerly dry climates experience substantial vegetation growth after a year of above average precipitation. This type of ecosystem will be dominated by grass and low-density shrubs, resulting in a potential for reduced risk due to decreased availability of fuel.

Although the northern Bay Area will not be impacted by climate change as severely as other parts of California, as precipitation lessens and average temperatures warm, wildfires will have an easier time igniting and spreading. This has already become apparent in the recent trend of larger and more frequent fires that have occurred in the western region, most likely due to hotter, longer, and drier summers stemming from climate change. An anticipated increase in droughts due to climate change will reduce moisture in vegetation, making it easier to ignite, and reduce the water available for combatting fires when they occur.

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Section 5. Vulnerability Assessment
The vulnerability assessment provides an explicit representation of what a community stands to lose in a disaster. This is useful for City staff and other decision-makers who will need to balance the costs of mitigation against the potential harm to residents and damage to property. The assessment provides comparable measurements of community exposure to natural hazard and helps determine which hazards and/or what areas of the City to focus on or prioritize when improving resiliency. Based on possible assets at risk, hazard mitigation resources can be directed where need be, in part, through a vulnerability assessment and information found in the hazard profiles in Section 4.2.

The vulnerability assessment is developed using quantitative and qualitative information for each hazard.

Through an exposure analysis, quantitative data is developed for each hazard. An exposure analysis quantifies the assets at risk for particular hazards. Qualitative data has been developed and presented in this section for hazards without measurable data. Rather than quantities of assets at risk, qualitative data provides a description of how the hazard could affect the region.

5.1 Methodology
A vulnerability assessment was conducted for each of the hazards profiled in Section 4.2. Vulnerability can be quantified in instances where there is a known hazard area, such as a mapped floodplain or high fire hazard area. Geospatial analysis can be conducted if a natural hazard has a particular spatial footprint that can be overlaid against the locations of people, residential buildings, and critical facilities. In Healdsburg, earthquakes, flooding, liquefaction (as a sub-hazard to earthquake), landslide, and wildfire have known geographic extents and corresponding spatial information about each hazard.

The hazard of drought is the only hazard in this plan that is not associated with a specific mapped area.

The vulnerability and potential impacts from profiled hazards that do not have specific mapped areas or the data to support additional vulnerability analyses are discussed in more general terms.

Critical facilities are described as assets that are essential for people and a community to function, including public utilities such as lift stations. The LHMP Planning Team compiled a list of 46 critical facilities as shown in Table 5-1 and Figure 5.1.

A critical facility spatial database was developed to translate critical facilities information into georeferenced points.1 Critical facility points were overlaid with the spatial hazard layers to develop a list of “at-risk” critical facilities. The City critical facilities that intersect with natural hazards are referred to as facilities with hazard “exposure.” The exposure analysis for individual critical facilities is illustrated in Table 5-2 (results summarized by hazard are provided in the subsequent section).

Population data is derived from the US Census Bureau’s 2012-2016 5-Year American Community Survey (2012-2016 ACS), utilizing census block groups. Residential building data is derived from City of Healdsburg and Sonoma County GIS files detailing land use designations, zoning, building footprints, and tax 1 To georeference something means to define its existence in physical space; that is, establishing its location in terms of map projections or coordinate systems. The term is used both when establishing the relation between raster or vector images and coordinates, and when determining the spatial location of other geographical features.

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information. Then, a combination of spatial overlay and proportional analysis was used to determine the number of people and residential buildings in areas where hazards are likely to occur. Maps illustrating the population density and residential building density data used are found in Appendix C.

Table 5-1: Healdsburg Critical Facilities by Type
Critical Facility Type
Alliance Medical Center Health/Hospital
Badger Electrical Substation Electric Utility
Cadoul Reservoir Water Utility
Chablis Lift Station Wastewater Utility
City Hall Government
Corporation Yard Government
Data Center Infrastructure Government
Dry Creek Well Field Water Utility
Electric Distribution System Electric Utility
Fire Station Police/Fire
Fire Substation Police/Fire
Fitch Mountain Well Field Water Utility
Gauntlett Communications Tower Police/Fire
Gauntlett Well Field Water Utility
Gauntlett Well Field Control Station Water Utility
Gauntlett/Fitch Water Treatment Plant Water Utility
Gauntlett/Iverson Reservoirs Water Utility
Healdsburg Avenue Bridge Bridge
Healdsburg Community Center Community
Healdsburg District Hospital Health/Hospital
Healdsburg Municipal Airport Airport
Hendricks Lift Station Wastewater Utility
Heron Drive Lift Station Wastewater Utility
Highway 101 Bridge Bridge
Kennedy Lift Station Wastewater Utility
Kinley Drive Lift Station Wastewater Utility
Magnolia Drive Lift Station Wastewater Utility
McDonough Pump Station Water Utility
Network/Telecom Infrastructure Government
North Detention Basin Stormwater
North Street Pressure Reducing Station Water Utility
Orangewood Lift Station Wastewater Utility
Orchard Lift Station Wastewater Utility
Panorama Pressure Reducing Station Water Utility

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Table 5-1: Healdsburg Critical Facilities by Type
Critical Facility Type
Panorama Water Facilities Water Utility
Passalacqua Pump Station Water Utility
Police Station Police/Fire
Recycled Water Bridge Bridge
Revel/Hidden Acres Pressure Reducing Station Water Utility Senior Center Community
South Detention Basin Stormwater
Fitch Well Field Control Building Water Utility
Sunset Reservoir Water Utility
Tayman Park Water Facilities Water Utility
Villa Pressure Reducing Station Water Utility
Water Reclamation Facility Wastewater Utility
Water Distribution System Water Utility
Wastewater Collection System Wastewater Utility
Winding Creek Lift Station Wastewater Utility

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Figure 5.1: City of Healdsburg Critical Facilities
(See Appendix C for a larger and higher resolution map)

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Table 5-2: Exposure Analysis Results for Critical Facilities in Healdsburg Map
# Critical Facility Type EQ: IX,
Violent
EQ: X,
Extreme
LQ:

Mod
LQ:

High
LQ: Very
High
Flood:
1%
Flood:

0.2%
LS:

Slight to
Mod
LS: Mod
to High
Wildfire:

Mod
Wildfire:

High
Heat:

All
Wind:

All
Storm:

All
1 Alliance Medical Center Health/Hospital X X X X X X
2 Badger Electrical
Substation
Electrical X X X X X X X
3 Cadoul Reservoir Water Utility X X X X X X
4 Chablis Lift Station Sewage Utility X X X X X
5 City Hall Government X X X X X
6 Corporation Yard Government X X X X X X
7 Data Center Infrastructure Government X X X
8 Dry Creek Well Field Water Utility X X X X X X
9 Electrical Distribution
System
Electrical X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
10 Fire Station Police/Fire X X X X X
11 Fire Substation Police/Fire X X X
12 Fitch Mountain Well Field Water Utility X X X X X X
13 Gauntlett
Communications Tower
Police/Fire X X X X X X
14 Gauntlett Well Field Water Utility X X X X X X X X
15 Gauntlett Well Field
Control Station
Water Utility X X X X X X
16 Gauntlett/Fitch Water
Treatment Plant
Water Utility X X X X X X
17 Gauntlett/Iverson
Reservoirs
Water Utility X X X X X X
18 Healdsburg Avenue Bridge Bridge X X X
19 Healdsburg Community
Center
Community X X X X X X
20 Healdsburg District
Hospital
Health/Hospital X X X X X

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Map
# Critical Facility Type EQ: IX,
Violent
EQ: X,
Extreme
LQ:

Mod
LQ:

High
LQ: Very
High
Flood:
1%
Flood:

0.2%
LS:

Slight to
Mod
LS: Mod
to High
Wildfire:

Mod
Wildfire:

High
Heat:

All
Wind:

All
Storm:

All
21 Healdsburg Municipal
Airport
Airport X X X X X
22 Hendricks Lift Station Wastewater
Utility X X X X X
23 Heron Drive Lift Station Wastewater
Utility X X X X X X
24 Highway 101 Bridge Bridge X X X
25 Kennedy Lift Station Wastewater
Utility X X X X X
26 Kinley Drive Lift Station Wastewater
Utility X X X X X
27 Magnolia Drive Lift Station Sewage Utility X X X X X X 28 McDonough Pump Station Water Utility X X X X X X X
29 Network/Telecom
Infrastructure
Government X X X
30 North Detention Basin Stormwater X X X X X
31 North Street Pressure
Reducing Station
Water Utility X X X X X
32 Orangewood Lift Station Wastewater
Utility X X X X X X X
33 Orchard Lift Station Wastewater
Utility X X X X X X
34 Panorama Pressure
Reducing Station
Water Utility X X X X X X
35 Panorama Water Facilities Water Utility X X X X X X
36 Passalacqua Pump Station Water Utility X X X
37 Police Station Police/Fire X X X X
38 Recycled Water Bridge Bridge X X X
39 Revel/Hidden Acres
Pressure Reducing Station
Water Utility X X X X X X
40 Senior Center Community X X X X

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# Critical Facility Type EQ: IX,
Violent
EQ: X,
Extreme
LQ:

Mod
LQ:

High
LQ: Very
High
Flood:
1%
Flood:

0.2%
LS:

Slight to
Mod
LS: Mod
to High
Wildfire:

Mod
Wildfire:

High
Heat:

All
Wind:

All
Storm:

All
41 South Detention Basin Stormwater X X X X X
42 Fitch Well Field Control
Building
Water Utility X X X X X X
43 Sunset Reservoir Water Utility X X X X X X
44 Tayman Park Water
Facilities
Water Utility X X X X X X
45 Villa Pressure Reducing
Station
Water Utility X X X X X X
46 Water Reclamation
Facility
Wastewater
Utility X X X X X X X X X
47 Water Distribution System Water Utility X X X X X X X X X X X 48 Wastewater Collection
System
Wastewater
Utility X X X X X X X X X X X X X
49 Winding Creek Lift Station Wastewater
Utility X X X X X X X X X X X X
EQ – Earthquake
LQ – Liquefaction
LS – Landslide
*Note: No critical facilities located in Alquist-Priolo Fault Rupture Zones or Very High Fire Hazard Zones

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5.2 Hazard-Specific Vulnerability
This section summarizes the possible impacts and quantifies, where data permits, the city’s vulnerability to each of the hazards identified in Section 4.0. Tables 5-3 through 5-17 illustrate the total exposure analysis by hazard. The exposure analysis details the number and percentage of critical facilities, residential units, and population. For residential units, the total value and total square footage of exposed units is also included.

5.2.1 Drought
Drought should not be viewed as merely a physical phenomenon or natural event. Its impacts on society result from the interplay between a natural event (less precipitation than expected) and the demand humans place on the water supply.

Due to the lack of defined geographical boundaries, the vulnerability assessment for drought differs from other natural hazards discussed earlier. The impacts of drought can be categorized as economic, environmental, or social. The incidence of forest and range fires increases substantially during extended droughts, which in turn places humans and critical facilities at higher levels of risk.

Property
No structures will be directly affected by drought conditions, though some structures may become vulnerable to wildfires, which are more likely following years of drought. Droughts can have significant impacts on other types of property such as landscaped areas and economically important natural resources. Drought causes the most significant economic impacts on industries that use water or depend on water for their business, most notably agriculture and related sectors. In addition to losses in yields in crop and livestock production, drought is associated with increased insect infestations, plant diseases, and wind erosion. Drought can lead to other losses because so many sectors are affected such as losses that include reduced income for farmers and reduced business for retailers and others who provide goods and services to farmers. This leads to unemployment, increased credit risk for financial institutions, capital shortfalls, and loss of tax revenue. Prices for food, energy, and other products may also increase as supplies decrease.

Critical facilities in Healdsburg will continue to be operational during a drought. The most direct impact of drought will be on the City’s water supply. Drought can also directly affect the water storage, treatment, and distribution and conveyance systems. Critical facility features such as landscaping may not be maintained due to limited water resources, but the risk to critical facility core functions is low.

Population
According to the 2020 Census, the population of Healdsburg was estimated to be 11,340. population is expected to continue to increase in the future. This projected population growth would add additional strain to the surface water supplies. There are also several initiatives that emphasize water conservation, and its planned expansion of the City’s recycled water system is expected to reduce the water demand for irrigation water in the summer months. Water conservation will also ensure that the existing groundwater remains operational during severe drought conditions and readily available during emergencies.

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The entire population of Healdsburg is vulnerable to drought events. Drought can affect people’s health and safety, including health problems related to low water flows, poor water quality, or dust. Droughts can also lead to loss of human life. Other possible impacts include recreational risks; effects on air quality; diminished living conditions related to energy, air quality, and hygiene; compromised food and nutrition; and increased incidence of illness and disease (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2012).

Generally, drought may require conservation of water resources, which means that water use is restricted to essential uses, which may reduce watering for landscaping. The community may also exhibit a range of abilities to prepare for, respond to, and recover from drought hazards, as these conditions impact populations with health-related issues related to heat-related illness, respiratory problems, and people who work outdoors. These conditions can also impact lower-income populations, as food and water prices increase. There are sensitive and socially vulnerable populations residing within the Planning Area that may be the most susceptible to water restrictions, and health-related illnesses. Socially vulnerable populations may also be sensitive to increases in water rates and in turn, food prices.

Economy and Natural Resources
Drought vulnerability is primarily measured by its potential impact on sectors of the city’s economy and natural resources. Healdsburg is known as a wine and culinary epicenter. Fortunately, as discussed in a report to the City Council, Healdsburg’s economy is relatively balanced, and the city does not depend on tourism to support its economy (Eyler 2018). According to the report, over 57 percent of jobs are not related to wineries (Eyler 2018). While the city’s economy may be impacted by the presence of a drought, the impact will not be as severe as assumptions based on conventional wisdom.

Potential impacts to the economy include the following:
• Decreased municipal and industrial water supply
• Loss of recreation/tourism
Drought may lead to significant direct costs, due to such factors as increased pumping because of lower groundwater levels, investment in infrastructure to compensate for reduced yields and developing alternative water sources. Social impacts mainly involve public safety, health, conflicts between water users, reduced quality of life, and inequities in the distribution of impacts and disaster relief.

Drought generally does not affect groundwater sources as quickly as surface water supplies, but groundwater supplies generally take longer to recover. Reduced precipitation during a drought means that groundwater supplies are not replenished at a normal rate. This can lead to a reduction in groundwater levels and problems such as reduced pumping capacity or wells going dry. Shallow wells are more susceptible than deep wells. Reduced replenishment of groundwater affects streams, especially during the summer when there is little or no precipitation. Reduced groundwater levels mean that even less water will enter streams when stream flows are lowest. Where stream flows are reduced, development that relies on surface water may seek to establish new groundwater wells, which could further increase groundwater depletion.

Other environmental losses from drought are associated with damage to plants, animals, wildlife habitat, and air and water quality; forest and range fires; degradation of landscape quality; loss of biodiversity;

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and soil erosion. Some of the effects are short-term and conditions quickly return to normal following the end of the drought. Other environmental effects linger for some time or may even become permanent.

Although environmental losses are difficult to quantify, growing public awareness and concern for environmental quality has forced public officials to focus greater attention and resources on these effects.

The following are potential impacts of drought:
• Wildlife habitat may be degraded through the loss of wetlands and vegetation. The degradation of landscape quality, including increased soil erosion, may lead to a more permanent loss of biological productivity.
• Drought conditions greatly increase the likelihood of wildfires, a major threat to timber resources, structures, and other property.
• Shortage of water supply can have significant economic impacts. • Drought conditions often are associated with harmful algal blooms—specifically cyanobacteria that can cause severe illness and death in mammals.

5.2.2 Earthquake
Major impacts from earthquakes are primarily casualties and damage to infrastructure occurring from ground movement along a particular fault. The degree of infrastructure damage depends on the magnitude; focal depth; distance from fault; duration of shaking; type of surface deposits; presence of high groundwater; topography; and the design, type, and quality of infrastructure construction.

Property
Healdsburg is not located within the Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone. However, the city is in a seismically active region, and all of Healdsburg is at risk of one or more seismic hazards. All of Healdsburg, including all critical facilities, and residential building units fall within areas with the potential for either violent or extreme level of ground shaking. Tables 5-3 and 5-4 illustrate the summary of impacts from an earthquake on critical facilities and residential structures.

Liquefaction is a secondary hazard that can occur from earthquakes. Liquefaction susceptibility is five categories: very low, low, moderate, high, and very high. For this exposure analysis, the focus was on the top three most vulnerable categories. Tables 5-5 and 5-6 summarize impacts from liquefaction in the categories of moderate, high, and very high susceptibility on Healdsburg.

Earthquakes pose numerous risks to critical facilities and infrastructure. Risks, or the harm or losses, that are likely to result from exposure to earthquakes and liquefaction include:
• Fire from broken gas lines and power lines
• Flooding from broken dams
• Casualties (fatalities and injuries) from falling debris or secondary hazards • Utility outages
• Economic losses for repair and replacement of critical facilities, roads, buildings, etc. • Indirect economic losses, such as income lost during the downtime that results from damage to private property or public infrastructure

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• Roads or railroads that are blocked or damaged can prevent access throughout the area and can isolate residents and emergency service providers needing to reach vulnerable populations or to make repairs
Table 5-3: Earthquake Exposure Analysis Summary – Critical Facilities Category
# of Critical
Facilities:

Violent
Shaking
Percentage
of Total
# of Critical
Facilities:

Extreme Shaking
Percentage
of Total
Airport 1 100.00% 0 0.00%
Bridge 0 0.00% 3 100.00%
Community 0 0.00% 2 100.00%
Electrical 0 0.00% 1 100.00%
Government 0 0.00% 2 100.00%
Health/Hospital 2 100.00% 0 0.00%
Police/Fire 1 33.33% 2 66.67%
Sewage Utility 1 14.29% 6 85.71%
Stormwater 1 50.00% 1 50.00%
Wastewater Utility 0 0.00% 3 100.00%
Water Utility 10 66.67% 5 33.33%
TOTAL 16 39.02% 25 60.98%
Table 5-4: Earthquake Exposure Analysis Summary – Residential Structures Structure Number Percentage
of Total
Total Value Total Square
Feet
Healdsburg
IX, Violent Shaking
Single-Family Dwellings 1160 26.11% $458,858,338 2,481,551 Planned Unit Development 166 30.79% $43,696,367 246,166 Multi-Family Dwellings 38 9.35% $136,032,071 116,028
Mixed Use 5 0.17% $4,800,580 27,343
Other 0 0.00% $0 0
Total 1,369 25.27% $643,387,356 2,871,088
X, Extreme Shaking
Single-Family Dwellings 3282 73.88% $805,735,821 4,464,161 Planned Unit Development 373 69.20% $86,826,126 471,579 Multi-Family Dwellings 368 90.64% $126,446,792 915,185
Mixed Use 24 82.76% $5,944,906 37,591
Other 0 0.00% $0 0

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Table 5-4: Earthquake Exposure Analysis Summary – Residential Structures Structure Number Percentage
of Total
Total Value Total Square
Feet
Total 4,047 74.72% $1,024,953,645 5,888,516
Unincorporated County within Healdsburg Urban Service Area IX, Violent Shaking
Single-Family Dwellings 304 73.79% $63,395,874 338,781
Multi-Family Dwellings 18 78.26% $3,636,383 23,422
Other 2 100.00% $1,065,246 3,668
Total 324 74.14% $68,097,503 365,871
X, Extreme Shaking
Single-Family Dwellings 109 26.46% $17,769,339 104,405
Multi-Family Dwellings 5 21.74% $429,289 4,988
Other 0 0.00% $0 0
Total 114 26.09% $18,198,628 109,393
Table 5-5: Liquefaction Exposure Analysis Summary – Critical Facilities Category
Number:

Moderate
Percentage
of Total
Number:

High
Percentage
of Total
Number:

Very High
Percentage
of Total
Airport 0 0.00% 0 0.00% 0 0.00%
Bridge 0 0.00% 0 0.00% 0 0.00%
Community 1 11.11% 1 11.11% 0 0.00%
Electrical 0 0.00% 1 100.00% 0 0.00%
Government 2 0.00% 1 50.00% 1 50.00%
Health/Hospital 0 50.00% 0 0.00% 0 0.00%
Police/Fire 1 33.33% 0 0.00% 0 0.00%
Sewage Utility 6 0.00% 7 77.78% 1 11.11%
Wastewater Utility 3 0.00% 0 0.00% 0 0.00%
Stormwater 1 0.00% 4 25.00% 1 6.25%
Water Utility 4 6.67% 14 31.11% 3 6.67
TOTAL 18 43.90% 28 68.29% 6 14.63%
Table 5-6: Liquefaction Exposure Analysis Summary – Residential Structures Structure Number Percentage
of Total
Total Value Total Square
Feet
Healdsburg
Moderate

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Table 5-6: Liquefaction Exposure Analysis Summary – Residential Structures Structure Number Percentage
of Total
Total Value Total Square
Feet
Single-Family Dwellings 1296 29.18% $295,833,363 2,020,268 Planned Unit Development 260 48.24% $59,258,193 341,742 Multi-Family Dwellings 79 19.46% $47,546,912 436,515
Mixed Use 12 41.38% $3,742,132 19,501
Other 0 0.00% $0 0
Total 1647 30.41% $406,380,600 2818026
High
Single-Family Dwellings 6 0.14% $1,731,331 12,326
Planned Unit Development 0 0.00% $0 0
Multi-Family Dwellings 0 0.00% $0 0
Mixed Use 0 0.00% $0 0
Other 0 0.00% $0 0
Total 6 0.11% $1,731,331 12,326
Unincorporated County within Healdsburg Urban Service Area Moderate
Single-Family Dwellings 15 3.64% 2668236 16981
Multi-Family Dwellings 3 13.04% 51623 1812
Other 0 0.00% 0 0
Total 18 4.12% 2719859 18793
High
Single-Family Dwellings 20 4.85% 4184254 28957
Multi-Family Dwellings 0 0.00% 0 0
Other 0 0.00% 0 0
Total 9 2.06% 4184254 28957
* Numbers may not add up due to rounding
Population
Some populations in the Planning Area may be more vulnerable to an earthquake event than others. For example, those with mobility issues as well as the elderly may have challenges with evacuating or traveling to a shelter without assistance if they cannot stay in their homes. Other vulnerable populations may be individuals whom English is not their native language. Of these socially vulnerable populations and according to the census tracts and block groups in the City, several of these populations are anticipated to reside within southern Healdsburg and within older housing that may have been constructed prior to the seismic code improvements.

The City of Healdsburg has a large Spanish speaking population and tourists visiting daily that may not receive or understand evacuation information including where shelters are located or where to receive

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resources to aid in the recovery process. These same individuals and households are designated as socially vulnerable populations.

The entire population of Healdsburg falls within areas with the potential for either violent or extreme level of ground shaking. Table 5-7 illustrates the summary of impacts from an earthquake on the City’s population. Table 5-8 summarizes impacts from liquefaction in the categories of moderate, high, and very high susceptibility on Healdsburg’s population.

Table 5-8: Liquefaction Exposure Analysis Summary – Population Jurisdiction
Number:

Moderate
Percentage
of Total
Number:

High
Percentage
of Total
Number:

Very High
Percentage
of Total
City of Healdsburg 3,894 34.82% 35 0.31% 55 0.50%
Unincorporated County
within Healdsburg
Urban Service Area
15 1.75% 14 1.63% 11.42 1.33%
Note: Estimates based on assumption of equal distribution of population across Census Block Groups Economy and Natural Resources
Earthquakes can have a severe impact on local and regional economies. Another secondary impact of an earthquake is business disruption and the resulting economic loss as a result of that disruption. Another economic impact of an earthquake is the economic losses as a result of transportation and utility lifeline losses and the direct repair cost for each component. The debris removal required following an earthquake may also generate economic effects on the City.

Environmental problems as a result of an earthquake can be numerous. Secondary hazards will likely have some of the most damaging effects on the environment. Earthquake-induced landslides can significantly damage surrounding habitat. It is also possible for streams to be rerouted after an earthquake. Rerouting can change the water quality, possibly damaging habitat and feeding areas. Streams fed by groundwater wells can dry up because of changes in underlying geology.

Table 5-7: Earthquake Exposure Analysis Summary – Population Jurisdiction
Number: IX,
Violent Shaking
Percentage
of Total
Number: X,
Extreme Shaking
Percentage
of Total
City of Healdsburg 4,192 37.49% 6,991 62.51%
Unincorporated County within
Healdsburg Urban Service Area
801 93.31% 57 6.69%
Note: Estimates based on assumption of equal distribution of population across Census Block Groups

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5.2.3 Flooding
Historically, the Planning Area has been at risk of flooding primarily on the west and southeast portion of the City. Normally, storm floodwaters are kept within defined limits by a variety of storm drainage and flood control measures. But, occasionally, extended heavy rains result in floodwaters that exceed local drainage infrastructure capacity and cause damage. Flooding has occurred in the past: within the 100- year floodplain and in other localized areas. In addition to damage to area infrastructure and City facilities, other problems associated with flooding include erosion, sedimentation, degradation of water quality, loss of environmental resources, certain health hazards, and the inconvenience or potential financial and accessibility issues that come with road closures and other such effects.

Property
For this exposure analysis, the flood zones from FEMA’s Digital FIRM were used in coordination with City asset data. Per the exposure analysis, 20 percent of the city’s critical facilities, about 8 percent of residential structures, and about 9 percent of the city’s population are in a flood zone (residential structures and population from the unincorporated county within Healdsburg’s Urban Service Area are also illustrated). Tables 5-9 and 5-10 illustrate the summary of impacts from flooding on Healdsburg for two floodplains: the 1% annual chance and 0.2% annual chance.

Flooding poses numerous risks to critical facilities and infrastructure. Risks, or the harm or losses, that are likely to result from exposure to flooding include:
• Roads or railroads that are blocked or damaged can prevent access throughout the area and can isolate residents and emergency service providers needing to reach vulnerable populations or to make repairs
• Bridges washed out or blocked by floods or debris from floods can cause isolation • Creek or river floodwaters can back up drainage systems, causing localized flooding • Floodwaters can get into drinking water supplies, causing contamination • Sewer systems can back up, causing waste to spill into homes, neighborhoods, rivers, and streams • Underground utilities can be damaged

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Table 5-9: Flood Exposure Analysis Summary – Critical Facilities Category
Number:
1% Flood
Percentage
of Total
Number:

0.2% Flood
Percentage
of Total
Airport 0 0.00% 0 0.00%
Bridge 3 100.00% 0 0.00%
Community 0 0.00% 0 0.00%
Electrical 1 100.00% 0 0.00%
Government 0 0.00% 0 0.00%
Health/Hospital 0 0.00% 0 0.00%
Police/Fire 0 0.00% 0 0.00%
Sewage Utility 2 28.57% 1 14.29%
Wastewater Utility 0 0.00% 1 50.00%
Stormwater 1 33.33% 0 0.00%
Water Utility 3 20.00% 0 0.00%
TOTAL 10 24.39% 2 4.88%
Table 5-10: Flood Exposure Analysis Summary – Residential Structures Structure Number Percentage
of Total
Total Value Total Square
Feet
Healdsburg
1% Annual Chance of Flood
Single-Family Dwellings 78 1.76% $21,223,752 115,863
Planned Unit Development 103 19.11% $24,359,705 154,538 Multi-Family Dwellings 20 4.93% $26,320,514 284,918
Mixed Use 2 6.90% 546823 2194
Other 0 0.00% 0 0
Total 203 3.75% $72,450,794 557,513

0.2% Annual Chance of Flood
Single-Family Dwellings 34 0.77% $6,756,032 47,410
Planned Unit Development 317 58.81% $79,738,418 508,199 Multi-Family Dwellings 5 1.23% 4870402 39393
Mixed Use 0 0.00% 0 0
Other 0 0.00% $0 0
Total 356 6.57% $91,364,852 595,002
Unincorporated County within Healdsburg Urban Service Area 1% Annual Chance of Flood
Single-Family Dwellings 76 18.45% $14,173,425 84,328
Multi-Family Dwellings 11 47.83% $1,339,758 10,795

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Table 5-10: Flood Exposure Analysis Summary – Residential Structures Structure Number Percentage
of Total
Total Value Total Square
Feet
Other 0 0.00% $0 0
Total 87 19.91% $15,513,183 95,123

0.2% Annual Chance of Flood
Single-Family Dwellings 11 2.67% $2,537,697 13,481
Multi-Family Dwellings 0 0.00% 0 0
Other 0 0.00% 0 0
Total 11 2.52% $2,537,697 13,481
Population
Of greatest concern in the event of a flooding event is the potential for injury or loss of life. For this exposure analysis, the flood zones from FEMA’s Digital FIRM were used in coordination with City asset data. Per the exposure analysis, about 9 percent of the city’s population are in a flood zone (population from the unincorporated county within Healdsburg’s Urban Service Area are also illustrated). Table 5-11 illustrates the summary of impacts from flooding on Healdsburg for two floodplains: the 1% annual chance and 0.2% annual chance. Given the number of households and populations identified as socially vulnerable, disadvantaged, or sensitive in the City’s planning area and the proximity of these census tracks and block groups to the flood zones, it is assumed that a portion of this population segment may also be disproportionately impacted during a flood event.

Table 5-11: Flood Exposure Analysis Summary – Population Community Name
Number:
1% Flood
Percentage
of Total
Number:

0.2% Flood
Percentage
of Total
City of Healdsburg 674 6.03% 671 6.00%
Unincorporated County within
Healdsburg Urban Service Area
23 2.67% 1 0.14%
Note: Estimates based on assumption of equal distribution of population across Census Block Groups Economy and Natural Resources
Similar to a dam inundation event which would affect infrastructure (e.g. roads), homes, and populations (possibly displacing families), impacts to the local economy could include business interruptions, lost or reduced wages from potential relocation of populations, infrastructure and resource downtime costs, and reduced city revenues from lack of tourism or inability to run/maintain certain services (like potable water based utilities). Other secondary hazard impacts such as reduced water quality or resource availability, which could in turn raise costs of water processing and distribution are also possible results from a severe flooding event, whether from riverine flooding, flash flooding, or an event caused by local stormwater/drainage infrastructure failures. Based on the history of flooding in Healdsburg, the Rivers Bend neighborhood and nearby areas have historically been affected the most in terms of economic

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losses, which largely encompass damages to property (including disruption to business and commerce operations) and City infrastructure.

Based on Sonoma County’s 2016 CAP and GHG emission modelling, climate change is projected to result in an increased risk of extreme flood, and an increased seasonal variability of precipitation, runoff, and stream flows for Sonoma County, along with increased likelihood of “extreme” precipitation and drought events. There may be more years with more frequent storm events and occasional events that are much stronger than historical ones and the length of season over which storm events occur is predicted to increase (SCTA 2016). Also, according to the CAP, more frequent coastal flooding and increased erosion is anticipated. In addition to flooding, sea levels are projected to rise between 16.5 and 65.8 inches by 2100.

Rising sea levels combined with increased storm surge is anticipated to lead to more frequent inundation of the low-lying areas, and flooding of homes, infrastructure, agricultural land, and natural areas on the shores of San Pablo Bay. The greatest impacts are anticipated during winter storms. For these reasons, climate change would have a “high” influence on flooding hazards.

Floodplain Management Regulations for Substantial Improvement/Damage The City of Healdsburg has adopted floodplain regulations in chapter 17.28 of the city’s municipal code.

The Public Works Director has been appointed as official floodplain administrator. The floodplain regulations require, in part, that a development permit must be obtained for any construction or other development work within the special flood hazard area and that all local and state/federal permits must be obtained for any substantial improvement or substantial damage of any existing structures. There is not a written SOP but there is a general standard of practice which is as follows:
• Damage occurs from a flood event.
• City forces work with property owners to perform flood damage assessments and determine if construction permitting is required for repair work and if it does, requires all necessary permits. • City forces review the building permit application to determine if the work triggers requirements for substantial improvements or not. If it does, the city enforces the substantial improvement section of its floodplain regulations.

The below are relevant excerpts from the city’s municipal code:
• 17.28.140 Development permit:
o A development permit shall be obtained before any construction or other development, including manufactured homes, within any area of special flood hazard established in HMC 17.28.080. Application for a development permit shall be made on forms furnished by the City of Healdsburg. The applicant shall provide the following minimum information:
• 17.28.120 Designation of the floodplain administrator:
o The director of public works is hereby appointed to administer, implement, and enforce this chapter by granting or denying development permits in accord with its provisions. (Ord. 1043 § 4.1, 2006.)
• 17.28.130 Duties and responsibilities of the floodplain administrator:
o The duties and responsibilities of the floodplain administrator shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
 Permit Review. Review all development permits to determine:

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• Permit requirements of this chapter have been satisfied, including determination of substantial improvement and substantial damage of existing structures.
• All other required state and federal permits have been obtained. • 17.28.050 Definitions:
o “Substantial damage” means:
 Damage of any origin sustained by a structure whereby the cost of restoring the structure to its before-damaged condition would equal or exceed 50 percent of the market value of the structure before the damage occurred; or  Flood-related damages sustained by a structure on two separate occasions during a 10-year period for which the cost of repairs at the time of each such event, on the average, equals or exceeds 25 percent of the market value of the structure before the damage occurred. This is also known as “repetitive loss.” • “Substantial improvement” means any reconstruction, rehabilitation, addition, or other improvement of a structure, the cost of which equals or exceeds 50 percent of the market value of the structure before the “start of construction” of the improvement. This term includes structures which have incurred “substantial damage,” regardless of the actual repair work performed. The term does not, however, include either:
o Any project for improvement of a structure to correct existing violations of state or local health, sanitary, or safety code specifications which have been identified by the local code enforcement official and which are the minimum necessary to assure safe living conditions; or
o Any alteration of a “historic structure”; provided, that the alteration will not preclude the structure’s continued designation as a “historic structure.

The entire City of Healdsburg Floodplain Ordinance may be found here: Chapter 17.28 FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS (codepublishing.com).

National Flood Insurance Program
The NFIP, managed by FEMA, enables homeowners, business owners, and renters in participating communities to purchase federally backed flood insurance. Participating communities agree to adopt and enforce floodplain management ordinances to reduce future flood damage (Benefits.gov. 2023).

The City of Healdsburg has participated in the NFIP since 1980; the City’s participation is illustrated in Table 5-12. The current effective map date is from 2008. Since then, the Healdsburg Public Works Department submitted an application for a Letter of Map Revision that modified the floodway for Foss Creek from where it crosses Grove Street to where it crosses US Highway 101; the revisions became effective in 2010.

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Table 5-12: National Flood Insurance Participation Summary City of Healdsburg
Date Jointed/Initial FIRM Identified March 4, 1980
Current Effective Map Date December 2, 2008
Community Rating System Not a Participant
Repetitive Losses (RL) Number Total Payout
Number of RL Properties (inc. two
Severe RL property listed below) 8 $358,237.47
Number of Severe RL Properties 2 $68,206.32
NFIP Compliance
• City continues to require all new development and substantial property improvement to comply with the City Municipal Code and FEMA regulations that regulate development in the designated 100-year floodplain and encourages buffer/setback area from waterways.
• City implements the NFIP requirements pursuant to Chapter 17.28 of the Healdsburg Municipal Code.

Note: Number of repetitive and severe repetitive loss properties is as of March 2021 Repetitive loss (RL) properties are insured properties that have incurred two or more flood losses greater than $1,000 within any 10-year period. A subset of these properties is designated severe repetitive loss (SRL) properties; these are insured properties that have incurred four or more flood-related losses of at least $5,000 each, or at least two separate claims with the cumulative amount of the building payments exceeding the value of the structures on the property. At least two claims under each of these scenarios must have occurred within any 10-year period. As illustrated above, Healdsburg has eight RL properties, including two SRL properties. Five of these RL properties are residential and three are non-residential.

There is one residential SRL property and one non-residential SRL property. It is unknown whether the three non-residential properties are commercial, industrial, or governmental.

5.2.4 Landslide
Property
The landslide risk in Healdsburg is largely in the hillier northern and eastern parts of the community.

Because of Healdsburg’s topography, landslides will most likely occur during periods of heavy rain.

Landslide hazard zones have been divided into three categories: A, B, and C. Category A is the Most Stable Zone, B is the Marginally Stable Zone, and C is the Least Stable Zone. For this exposure analysis, the top two categories were the focus. Per the analysis, about 30 percent of the city’s critical facilities and 25 percent of residential structures are in a slight to high landslide zone (residential structures and population from the unincorporated county within Healdsburg’s Urban Service Area are also illustrated).

Tables 5-13 and 5-14 summarize the impacts from landslides in the categories of marginally and least stable zones in Healdsburg.

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Landslides pose numerous risks to critical facilities and infrastructure. Risks, or the harm or losses, that are likely to result from exposure to landslide include:
• Blocked and/or damaged roads
• Casualties (fatalities and injuries)
• Damage to utility distribution lines
• Economic losses for repair and replacement of critical facilities, roads, buildings, etc. • Damaged vegetation (debris flows often uproot trees and wipe out vegetation in their path) • Impacts to river ecosystems (soil, debris, and rocks sliding downhill can end up in rivers and affect their natural flow)
Table 5-13: Landslide Exposure Analysis Summary – Critical Facilities Category
Number:

Slight to
Moderate
Percentage
of Total
Number:

Moderate
to High
Percentage
of Total
Airport 0 0.00% 0 0.00%
Bridge 0 0.00% 0 0.00%
Community 1 50.00% 2 100.00%
Electrical 0 0.00% 0 0.00%
Government 0 0.00% 0 0.00%
Health/Hospital 2 100.00% 0 0.00%
Police/Fire 1 33.33% 0 0.00%
Sewage Utility 2 28.57% 0 0.00%
Stormwater 0 0.00% 0 0.00%
Wastewater Utility 0 0.00% 0 0.00%
Water Utility 2 13.33% 8 53.33%
TOTAL 8 19.51% 10 24.39%
Table 5-14: Landslide Exposure Analysis Summary – Residential Structures Structure Number Percentage
of Total
Total Value Total Square
Feet
Healdsburg
Slight to Moderate
Single-Family Dwellings 4154 93.52% $1,131,057,091 6,284,964 Planned Unit Development 505 93.69% $129,019,826 706,199 Multi-Family Dwellings 405 99.75% $134,247,559 990,165
Mixed Use 30 103.45% 16547990 105982
Other 0 0.00% $0 0
Total 5094 94.05% $1,410,872,466 8087310

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Table 5-14: Landslide Exposure Analysis Summary – Residential Structures Structure Number Percentage
of Total
Total Value Total Square
Feet
Moderate to High
Single-Family Dwellings 279 6.28% $128,316,287 640,772
Planned Unit Development 11 2.04% 1502667 9086
Multi-Family Dwellings 0 0.00% 0 0
Mixed Use 0 0.00% 0 0
Other 0 0.00% $0 0
Total 290 5.35% $129,818,954 649,858
Unincorporated County within Healdsburg Urban Service Area Slight to Moderate
Single-Family Dwellings 238 57.77% $41,123,714 247,205
Multi-Family Dwellings 22 95.65% 3737579 25930
Other 0 0.00% $0 0
Total 260 59.50% $44,861,293 273135
Moderate to High
Single-Family Dwellings 174 42.23% $40,041,499 195,981
Multi-Family Dwellings 1 4.35% 328093 2480
Other 1 50.00% $1,065,246 3,668
Total 176 40.27% $41,434,838 202,129
* Numbers may not add up due to rounding
Population
Some populations in the Planning Area may be more vulnerable to a landslide event than others. For example, those with mobility issues as well as the elderly may have challenges with evacuating or traveling to a shelter without assistance if they cannot stay in their homes. Other vulnerable populations may be individuals whom English is not their native language. Of these socially vulnerable populations and according to the census tracts and block groups in the City, several of these populations are anticipated to reside within older housing in Healdsburg that may not withstand a landslide.

For this exposure analysis, the top two categories were the focus. Per the analysis, about 17 percent of the population are in a slight to high landslide zone (residential structures and population from the unincorporated county within Healdsburg’s Urban Service Area are also illustrated). Table 5-15 summarizes the impacts from landslides in the categories of marginally and least stable zones in Healdsburg.

Table 5-15: Landslide Exposure Analysis Summary – Population Jurisdiction
Number:

Slight to
Moderate
Percentage
of Total
Number:

Moderate
to High
Percentage
of Total

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City of Healdsburg 9,844 88.02% 1339 11.98%
Unincorporated County within
Healdsburg Urban Service Area
584 67.93% 275 32.06%
Note: Estimates based on assumption of equal distribution of population across Census Block Groups Economy and Natural Resources
Landslides can have a moderate impact on local and regional economies. Another secondary impact of landslides is business disruption and the resulting economic loss as a result of that disruption. Another economic impact of a landslide is the economic losses as a result of transportation and utility lifeline losses and the direct repair cost for each component. The debris removal required following a landslide may also generate economic effects on the City.

5.2.5 PSPS
Property
Critical facilities without generators are the most vulnerable to the effects of a PSPS event. Tables 5-16 and 5-17 illustrate the summary of impacts from PSPS on Healdsburg from distribution lines and transmission lines.

Table 5-16: PSPS Exposure Analysis Summary – Critical Facilities Category
Number:

Slight to
Moderate
Percentage
of Total
Number:

Moderate
to High
Percentage
of Total
Airport 1 100.00% 0 0.00%
Bridge 2 66.67% 0 0.00%
Community 0 0.00% 2 100.00%
Electrical 0 0.00% 1 100.00%
Government 0 0.00% 1 50.00%
Health/Hospital 0 0.00% 2 100.00%
Police/Fire 0 0.00% 3 100.00%
Sewage Utility 0 0.00% 5 71.43%
Wastewater Utility 0 0.00% 1 50.00%
Stormwater 1 33.33% 1 33.33%
Water Utility 6 40.00% 8 53.33%
TOTAL 10 24.39% 24 58.54%

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Table 5-17: PSPS Exposure Analysis Summary – Residential Structures Structure Number Percentage
of Total
Total Value Total Square
Feet
Healdsburg
Slight to Moderate
Single-Family Dwellings 3864 86.99% $1,064,041,092 5,878,111 Planned Unit Development 538 99.81% $130,339,379 715,769 Multi-Family Dwellings 385 94.83% $134,983,845 964,565
Mixed Use 29 100.00% 10745486 64934
Other 0 0.00% $0 0
Total 4816 88.92% $1,340,109,802 7623379
Moderate to High
Single-Family Dwellings 578 13.01% $200,553,067 1,067,601 Planned Unit Development 1 0.19% 5066218 1976
Multi-Family Dwellings 21 5.17% 183114 66648
Mixed Use 0 0.00% 0 0
Other 0 0.00% $0 0
Total 600 11.08% $205,802,399 1,136,225
Unincorporated County within Healdsburg Urban Service Area Slight to Moderate
Single-Family Dwellings 5 1.21% $1,920,449 10,063
Multi-Family Dwellings 0 0.00% 0 0
Other 0 0.00% $0 0
Total 5 1.14% $1,920,449 10063
Moderate to High
Single-Family Dwellings 25 6.07% $10,866,466 43,153
Multi-Family Dwellings 0 0.00% 0 0
Other 2 100.00% $1,065,246 3,668
Total 27 6.18% $11,931,712 46,821
* Numbers may not add up due to rounding
Population
People with medical conditions requiring electrical devices are the most vulnerable to the effects of a PSPS event. Additionally, people without generators are also highly vulnerable to the effects of a PSPS event. Table 5-18 illustrate the summary of impacts from PSPS on Healdsburg from distribution lines and transmission lines.

Following the unprecedented 2018 wildfire season in California, Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) announced it will be conducting Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) when there are high winds and dry conditions and generally a heightened fire risk forecasted. The outages could last several days, and PG&E has

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suggested customers be prepared for outages that could last longer than 48 hours. A majority of Sonoma County could be affected by the power outages including the entire City of Healdsburg. PG&E does have a plan to install a resource area at the Sonoma County and Sonoma-Marin Fairgrounds within 24 hours of a PSPS, and will offer power, air conditioning and updates for local residents.

Table 5-18: PSPS Exposure Analysis Summary – Population Jurisdiction
Number:

Slight to
Moderate
Percentage
of Total
Number:

Moderate
to High
Percentage
of Total
City of Healdsburg 1,419 13.90% 296 2.90%
Unincorporated County within
Healdsburg Urban Service Area
594 75.60% 130 16.60%
Note: Estimates based on assumption of equal distribution of population across Census Block Groups Economy and Natural Resources
In the event of a PSPS during red flag warnings, as described above, large portions of the City could be without power including several businesses. At this time, it is unclear what the economic impacts may be due to the PSPS, and it may depend on the length of the shutoff. However, given the recent planned PSPS in October 2019, economic impacts were reported across northern California as many businesses and restaurants and other tourism-based operations had to close due to limited to no power supply. In 2018, PG&E abruptly shut down the power in the Napa Valley region and the City of Calistoga reported that numerous small business lost tens of thousands of dollars in missed revenue and inventory (Argus- Courier 2019).

5.2.6 Excessive Heat
Excessive heat can have severe impacts on human health, the natural environment, and the economy.

The average number of days per year in the United States with a heat index above 100°F will double, while the number of days per year above 105°F will quadruple if no actions to reduce heat-trapping emissions are taken. Climate change is expected to result in higher average temperature and more excessive heat events. In other words, climate change will have a “high” influence on the number of excessive heat days.

Overall, the significance of excessive heat is Medium.

Property
Excessive heat can affect road infrastructure, but direct impacts to critical infrastructure are expected to be minimal. Critical infrastructure that relies on public utility systems that could be overloaded may result in impacts during excessive heat events. The loss of utilities or power outages during excessive heat events could also result in adverse secondary impacts to sensitive populations.

Since structures are not usually directly impacted by severe temperature fluctuations, continued development is less impacted by this excessive heat than others in the plan. Continued development implies continued population growth, which raises the number of individuals potentially exposed to temperature variations. Public education efforts should continue to help the population understand the

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risks and vulnerabilities of outdoor activities, property maintenance, and regular exposures during periods of excessive heat.

Excessive heat may also be a secondary effect of droughts or may cause temporary drought-like conditions. For example, several weeks of excessive heat increases evapotranspiration and reduces moisture content in vegetation, leading to higher wildfire vulnerability for that time period even if the rest of the season is relatively moist. Excessive heat can cause infrastructure damage to roads. In summary, all property is vulnerable to excessive heat.

Population
Recent research indicates that the impact of excessive heat, particularly on populations, has been historically under-represented. The risks of excessive heat are often profiled as part of larger hazards, such as drought or wildfire. However, as temperature variances may occur independent of other hazards or outside of the expected seasons, but still incur large costs, it is important to examine them as standalone hazards. Excessive heat can overload demands for electricity to run air conditioners in homes and businesses during prolonged periods of exposure and presents health concerns to individuals who are outside.

The very young, the elderly, people with poor physical health, and the unhoused are more susceptible to the impacts of excessive heat but any populations outdoors during periods of extreme temperatures are exposed, including otherwise young and healthy adults. While everyone is vulnerable to excessive heat incidents, some populations are more vulnerable than others. Excessive heat also poses a danger to outdoor laborers, police and fire personnel, and construction workers. Arguably, the young-andotherwise-healthy demographic may also experience a higher vulnerability of exposure, due to the increased likelihood that they will be out in temperatures of excessive heat, whether due to commuting for work or school, conducting property maintenance such as lawn care, or for recreational reasons.

It is difficult to isolate the City’s specific vulnerability to this hazard, as the impacts from excessive heat can be spread across an entire state or region. In general, all the population of the City can be considered at risk for this hazard.

Economy and Natural Resources
Excessive heat impacts on the economy may be more indirect compared to other hazards. Infrastructure such as roads could be damaged and lead to increased need for repaving. Critical facilities may be vulnerable to the indirect impact of prolonged excessive heat (i.e., electrical power outages), which may impact response capabilities or care capabilities for hospitals and clinics. Hospitals and clinics may see a surge in patients during the heat event as the exposed population suffers from the effects of the heat, but it is not anticipated that these increases will overwhelm the capacities of hospitals and clinics in Healdsburg. Essential infrastructure, especially the electrical distribution system, is also posed to be stressed during excessive heat events as demand increases to run air conditioning. Peak demand exceeding the local utility’s capacity for supply can lead to blackout or brownout conditions.

Excessive heat may cause temporary drought-like conditions. For example, several weeks of excessive heat increases evapotranspiration and reduces moisture content in vegetation, leading to higher wildfire

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vulnerability for that time period even if the rest of the season is relatively moist. Changing heating and cooling patterns globally can have destructive secondary impacts, intensifying a variety of weather-related disasters that directly impact jurisdictions.

5.2.7 Storms
The overall significance for storms is Medium. Based on historical information, these storms have not directly resulted in significant injury or damage to people and property, or the losses are typically covered by insurance. It is the secondary hazards caused by weather, such as floods, that have had the greatest impact on the City’s Planning Area.

Property
But while the primary effects may not result in significant injury or property damage, all property is vulnerable during severe weather events; properties in poor condition or closer to overhead power lines and large trees may be more vulnerable to damage.

New critical facilities, such as communication towers should be built to withstand heavy rain, lighting, and hail damage. Population and commercial growth in the City will increase the potential for complications with traffic accidents and commerce interruptions associated with dense fog. Future development projects should also consider severe weather hazards at the planning, engineering and architectural design stage with the goal of reducing vulnerability. Storm water master planning and site plan review should account for building to withstand severe weather events and be considered for all new development. Future development in the City is not expected to be vulnerable to the hazard, but all development will be affected by severe weather and storm events.

Due to the unpredictability of thunderstorm strength and path, most critical infrastructure that is above ground is equally exposed to the storm’s impacts. According to historical data the Planning Area has experienced power outages in the past due to severe storms, but due to the random nature of these hazards, a more specific risk assessment was not conducted for this plan. Heavy rain and thunderstorms, particularly those that result in hail could significantly impact motorists travelling along U.S. Highway 101.

Depending on the severity of the storm, these events could slow traffic, reduce visibility, and increase the likelihood of vehicle accidents along the highway, which may result in greater traffic delays. These effects are also likely to occur along highway segments in adjacent counties.

Population
Exposure is the greatest danger to people from thunderstorms. People can be hit by lightning, pelted by hail, and caught in rising waters. However, serious injury and loss of human life is rarely associated with hailstorms. While national data shows that lightning causes more injuries and deaths than any other natural hazard except extreme heat, there does not seem to be any trend in the data to indicate that one segment of the population is at a disproportionately high risk of being directly affected. Anyone who is outside during a thunderstorm is at risk of being struck by lightning. Aspects of the population who rely on constant, uninterrupted electrical supplies may have a greater, indirect vulnerability to lightning. As a group, the elderly or disabled, especially those with home health care services rely heavily on an uninterrupted source of electricity. Resident populations in nursing homes, residential facilities, or other special needs housing may also be vulnerable if electrical outages are prolonged. If they do not have a back-up power source, rural residents and agricultural operations reliant on electricity for heating, cooling, and water supplies are also vulnerable to power outages. Thunderstorms have the potential energy and strong winds to topple dead trees and injure people. As a result, power outages that occur

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from severe weather can be life threatening and these populations could face more exposure and could experience greater secondary effects of the hazard.

Economy and Natural Resources
The economic impacts of storms are typically short term. Lightning can cause power outages and fires.

Hail can destroy exposed property; an example is car lots, where entire inventories can be damaged.

Generally, long-term economic impacts center around hazards that cascade from a thunderstorm, including wildfires ignited by lightning and flooding due to heavy rain.

Thunderstorms can have devastating effects on transportation corridors in the City and throughout the County. Thunderstorms may increase the potential for transportation accidents along U.S. Highway 101 which could in turn cause longer traffic delays and timely movement of goods and services. Multi-car pileups have resulted from drivers using excessive speed for the conditions and visibility. Other disruptions from thunderstorms include delayed emergency response vehicles and school closures.

Thunderstorms are a natural environmental process. Environmental impacts include the sparking of potentially destructive wildfires by lightning and localized flattening of plants by hail. As a natural process, the impacts of most severe thunderstorms by themselves are part of the overall natural cycle and do not cause long-term consequential damage.

5.2.8 Wind Events
Overall, the significance of severe weather associated with wind is Medium.

Property
General damage from high wind events can be both direct and indirect. Direct impacts refer to what the wind physically destroys, while indirect impacts include additional costs, damages and losses attributed to secondary hazards spawned by the event or resulting from the direct damages caused by the wind event. Construction practices and building codes can help maximize the resistance of the structures to damage. Secondary impacts of damage caused by wind events often result from damage to infrastructure.

Downed power and communications transmission lines, coupled with disruptions to transportation, create difficulties in reporting and responding to emergencies. These indirect impacts of a wind event put tremendous strain on a community.

Public gathering places such as schools, community centers, shelters, nursing homes, and churches may have increased impacts at certain times of day. Due to the random nature of the hazard, a more specific risk assessment was not conducted for this plan.

Population
Community members are the most vulnerable to high wind events. However, there are also segments of the population that are especially exposed to the indirect impacts of high winds, particularly the loss of electrical power. These populations include the elderly or disabled, especially those with medical needs and treatments dependent on electricity. Nursing homes, community-based residential facilities, other special needs housing facilities, and other socially susceptible populations are vulnerable if electrical outages are prolonged since backup power generally operates only minimal functions for a short period of time.

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Economy and Natural Resources
Winds typically don’t have long-term impacts on the economy. The most common problems associated with high winds are loss of utilities. Downed power lines can cause power outages, leaving large parts of the City isolated, and without electricity, water, and communication. Damage may also limit timely emergency response and the number of evacuation routes.

High winds can cause massive damage to the natural environment, uprooting trees and other debris. This is part of a natural process, however, and the environment will return to its original state over time.

5.2.9 Wildfire
The City’s wildfire risk and vulnerability is a medium concern. Wildfires can affect major transportation roads, such as U.S. Highway 101 by impeding commuters to get to and from their destinations (e.g. to the Bay Area), as well as potentially block emergency responders. As previously mentioned, wildfire can also damage or destroy property and infrastructure, injure people or even cause death. During the May to October fire season, the dry vegetation and hot sometimes windy weather, combined with a growing population, results in an increase in the number of potential ignitions. Any fire, once ignited, has the potential to quickly become a large, out-of-control fire. Fires that prevent essential goods or services from entering or leaving the City could negatively affect local residents and businesses by impacting the local economy and the community’s livelihood (e.g. limited access to jobs, daycare, schools, resources, and residences).

Property
Wildfire severity is categorized into three zones: moderate, high, and very high. Healdsburg has no areas located in the very high severity zone; therefore, this exposure analysis focuses on the moderate and high FHSZs. Per the analysis, over 50 percent of the city’s critical facilities and about 30 percent of residential structures are in a wildfire severity zone (residential structures and population from the unincorporated county within Healdsburg’s Urban Service Area are also illustrated). Tables 5-19 and 5-20 summarize the impacts from wildfire in Healdsburg.

Wildfire poses numerous risks to critical facilities and infrastructure. Risks, or the harm or losses, that are likely to result from exposure to wildfire include:
• Casualties (fatalities and injuries)
• Utility outages
• Economic losses for repair and replacement of critical facilities, roads, buildings, etc. • Indirect economic losses, such as income lost during the downtime that results from damage to private property or public infrastructure.
• Loss of natural and cultural resources
• Smoke and air pollution
• Creation of more favorable conditions for other hazards such as flooding, landslides, and erosion during the subsequent rainy season
Based on Sonoma County’s 2016 CAP and Basin Characterization Model (BCM) future climate change projections for Sonoma County include more frequent and intense wildfires are likely to occur. Risk of

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wildfire is likely to continue to rise due to increased dryness of vegetation, compounded by productivity of plants in the spring (which creates more fuel for dry season wildfires). By the end of this century, the chances of one or more fires during a 30-year period are projected to increase from 15-20% at present to 25-33% in the mountainous areas of the county. Additional information about the impact of climate change on Healdsburg’s vulnerability to wildfires can be found in Annex A: Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP).

Table 5-19: Wildfire Vulnerability Summary – Critical Facilities Category
Number:

Moderate
Percentage
of Total
Number:

High
Percentage
of Total
Airport 0 0.00% 0 0.00%
Bridge 0 0.00% 0 0.00%
Community 0 0.00% 0 0.00%
Electrical 0 0.00% 0 0.00%
Government 0 0.00% 0 0.00%
Health/Hospital 0 0.00% 0 0.00%
Police/Fire 0 0.00% 0 0.00%
Sewage Utility 0 0.00% 0 0.00%
Wastewater Utility 0 0.00% 0 0.00%
Stormwater 0 0.00% 0 0.00%
Water Utility 1 6.67% 4 26.67%
TOTAL 1 2.44% 4 9.76%
Note: No critical facilities are located in the Very High FHSZ.

Table 5-20: Wildfire Vulnerability Summary – Residential Structures Structure Number Percentage
of Total
Total Value Total Square
Feet
Healdsburg
Moderate
Single-Family Dwellings 127 2.86% $55,638,715 255,085
Planned Unit Development 30 5.57% $3,962,379 21,162
Multi-Family Dwellings 0 0.00% $0 0
Mixed Use 0 0.00% 0 0
Other 0 0.00% $0 0
Total 157 2.90% $59,601,094 276,247
High
Single-Family Dwellings 141 3.17% $72,763,571 363,227
Planned Unit Development 18 3.34% $5,439,946 30,575
Multi-Family Dwellings 0 0.00% $0 0

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Table 5-20: Wildfire Vulnerability Summary – Residential Structures Structure Number Percentage
of Total
Total Value Total Square
Feet
Mixed Use 0 0.00% 0 0
Other 0 0.00% $0 0
Total 159 0.15% $78,203,517 393,802
Unincorporated County within Healdsburg Urban Service Area Moderate
Single-Family Dwellings 33 8.01% $5,686,115 35,253
Multi-Family Dwellings 4 17.39% 145125 2940
Other 0 0.00% 0 0
Total 37 8.47% $5,831,240 38,193
High
Single-Family Dwellings 412 100.00% $81,165,213 443,186 Multi-Family Dwellings 23 100.00% $4,065,672 28,410
Other 2 100.00% $1,065,246 3,668
Total 437 100.00% $86,296,131 475,264
Population
Some populations in the Planning Area may be more vulnerable to a wildfire than others. For example, those with mobility issues as well as the elderly may have challenges with evacuating or traveling to a shelter without assistance if they cannot stay in their homes. Other vulnerable populations may be individuals whom English is not their native language. Of these socially vulnerable populations and according to the census tracts and block groups in the City, several of these populations are anticipated to reside within older housing in and near Healdsburg that may not utilize fire safe practices.

The Healdsburg Fire Department has a program called Citizens Organized to be Prepared for Emergencies, or COPE, which holds quarterly seminars on preparedness. The COPE program stresses the importance of encouraging neighborhood organization through efforts such as the “Map Your Neighborhood.” In future wildfire events this program could be useful in effectively engaging the local populations in avoiding damage to fires or evacuating before a fire, hence preventing injuries and losses. The City website also contains information and resources regarding these recent projects and efforts.

Per the analysis, almost 25 percent of the population are in a wildfire severity zone (residential structures and population from the unincorporated county within Healdsburg’s Urban Service Area are also illustrated). Table 5-21 summarizes the impacts from wildfire in Healdsburg.

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Table 5-21: Wildfire Vulnerability Summary – Population Jurisdiction
Number:

Moderate
Percentage
of Total
Number:
to High
Percentage
of Total
City of Healdsburg 1,069 9.56% 10 0.09%
Unincorporated County within
Healdsburg Urban Service Area
47 5.43% 795 92.52%
Note: Estimates based on assumption of equal distribution of population across Census Block Groups Economy and Natural Resources
Wildfires can be incredibly destructive depending on the circumstances of the event, particularly the type of resources and populations they affect due to fire size, location, length of the burn, and ongoing or existing weather or hazard conditions. For example, damages to structures and properties are obvious impacts to the economy due to fire, though cascading negative effects on the economic sectors include road closures, lower revenue to the City based on reduced tourism and visitation, or excessive costs of firefighting and relocating people or natural and man-made resources (thus indirectly impacting city revenues). Transportation lifelines being closed and/or damaged could impede a majority of the population’s ability to commute to nearby cities and the Bay Area. Additional direct or indirect impacts to the economy could be further exacerbated by existing hazard issues such as earthquakes, drought, or severe weather, if those make it difficult to control the fires or reestablish the economic drivers in the Planning Area.

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Section 6. Capability Assessment
The capability assessment identifies and evaluates the planning and regulatory, administrative and technical, financial, and education and outreach resources available to accomplish mitigation. Completing the capability assessment is a helpful exercise to clearly illustrate the capabilities that currently exist, which helps to assess and prioritize potential mitigation actions. Mitigation actions should push to expand on a community’s resiliency, but the actions need to be grounded in something achievable; the capability assessment is necessary to evaluate the feasibility of proposed mitigation actions based on local capabilities. Conducting the capability assessment will also help identify gaps in capabilities and resources and will provide an opportunity to start discussing how current capabilities can be improved and expanded.

6.1 Planning and Regulatory Mitigation Capabilities
The City of Healdsburg has several plans and programs in place that guide the City’s mitigation of development in hazard-prone areas. Table 6-1 lists planning and land management tools typically used by local jurisdictions to implement hazard mitigation activities and indicates those that are in place in Healdsburg.

Table 6-1: Planning and Regulatory Capabilities
Planning and Regulatory Resources
(Ordinances, Codes, Plans) Yes/No Comments
General Plan Yes Addressed hazards and affects development in hazard areas.

Comprehensive/Master Plan Yes Healdsburg has specific Master Plans.

Capital Improvements Plan Yes Addressed hazards and affects development in hazard areas.

Zoning Ordinance Yes Addressed hazards and affects development in hazard areas.

Subdivision Ordinance Yes Addressed hazards and affects development in hazard areas.

Floodplain Ordinance Yes Addressed hazards and affects development in hazard areas.

Growth Management Ordinance Yes
Building Code
Yes
Version: CBC 2022
Addressed hazards and affects development in
hazard areas.

Fire Department ISO Rating Yes Rating: 2 (due for evaluation) Erosion or Sediment Control Program Yes Addressed hazards and affects development in hazard areas.

Transportation Plan Yes
City of Healdsburg Community Wildfire
Protection Plan (CWPP) Yes Adopted as an Annex to this document in December 2022.

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Table 6-1: Planning and Regulatory Capabilities
Planning and Regulatory Resources
(Ordinances, Codes, Plans) Yes/No Comments
Neighboring CWPPs Yes Sonoma County, Fitch Mountain, Mill Creek and Cloverdale all have current CWPPs.

Storm Water Management Program Yes Addressed hazards and affects development in hazard areas.

Site Plan Review Requirements Yes Addressed hazards and affects development in hazard areas for new builds and extensive remodels.

Capital Improvements Plan Yes Addressed hazards and affects development in hazard areas.

Economic Development Plan No
Local Emergency Operation Plan Yes New EOP published 2021.

Flood Insurance Study or other
engineering study for streams
Yes Addressed hazards and affects development in
hazard areas.

Elevation Certificates Yes Addressed hazards and affects development in hazard areas.

California Vegetation Treatment Plan
(Cal-VTP) Yes Healdsburg Ridge Open Space and Fitch Mountain Preserves.

Vegetation Management/Weed
Abatement Ordinance
Yes Done annually by resolution. Documents from fire
department, follows Government Code.

Foss Creek Control Study Yes Completed in 2019. Foss Creek is the primary source of flood threat for the planning area.

Are there gaps in your capabilities/resources? How can your planning and regulatory capabilities be expanded and improved to further reduce risk?
• Develop an economic development plan. Assessment done in 2006.

6.2 Administrative and Technical Capabilities
Table 6-2 identifies the City personnel responsible for or who have skills for activities related to mitigation.

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Table 6-2: Administrative and Technical Capabilities
Administrative and Technical
Resources
Yes/No Department/Position & Comments
Planning Commission Yes
Mitigation Planning Committee Yes
Framework for LHMP Planning Team to continue
meeting on regular basis will be outlined in plan
maintenance section
Maintenance programs to reduce risk
(e.g., tree trimming, clearing drainage
systems)
Yes
Parks, Public Works, California Conservation Corps:
tree maintenance, stormwater inlet cleaning
(understaffed), Foss Creek cleaning
Mutual aid agreements Yes With communities around Healdsburg, with their public works departments
Hazard data and information Yes Planning and Building, Public Works, IT Grant writing Yes
Fire, Public Works
Within Public Works, have staff with the ability, but
not staff dedicated to grant writing
HAZUS analysis No
Planner/Engineer with knowledge of
land development/land management
practices
Yes Planning and Building
Engineer/Professional trained in
construction practices related to
building and/or infrastructure
Yes Planning and Building
Planner/Engineer/Scientist with an
understanding of natural hazards
Yes Planning and Building
Personnel skilled in GIS Yes Utility and IT Departments Full-time building official Yes Planning and Building
Floodplain Manager Yes Public Works
Emergency Manager Yes Police Department (Position created and filled in 2022)
Public Information Officer Yes City Manager’s Office, as well as Public Safety Officials
GIS Data (hazard areas, critical facilities,
building footprints, land use, links to
assessor’s data)
Yes Planning and Building
Warning Systems/Services (Reverse 911,
cable override, outdoor warning signals) Yes Nixle, subscription-based Foss Creek Flood Gauge Yes Flood Gauge for Foss Creek was installed and is operational.

Fire Marshal Yes Fire Department

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Table 6-2: Administrative and Technical Capabilities
Administrative and Technical
Resources
Yes/No Department/Position & Comments
Predevelopment Meetings Yes
Twice weekly meetings for new development on any
scale, with all departments that will be reviewing
plans in attendance
Utility Conservation Analyst Yes Utility Department
Are there gaps in your capabilities/resources? How can your administrative and technical capabilities be expanded and improved to further reduce risk?
• Train or hire a staff member with knowledge of HAZUS. • Add an additional Fire Inspector position to the Fire Department.

6.3 Fiscal Capabilities
This section identifies the financial tools or resources that the City could potentially use to help fund mitigation activities. These include City-specific capabilities (Table 6-3), as well as state and federal resources (Table 6-4). It is important to note that funding can also be sourced from participating agencies/organizations that collaborate with the County in the implementation of mitigation actions.

Table 6-3: Financial Capabilities
Financial Resources
Accessible/
Eligible to
Use (Y/N)
Purpose and Comments
Capital improvements project funding Yes
Authority to levy taxes for specific
purposes
Yes Subject to Prop 218
Fees for water, sewer, gas, or electric
services
Yes
Impact fees for new development Yes Includes fire impact fees Stormwater utility fee Yes Really minimal, subject to new state law classifying stormwater as Utility for Prop 218 purposes
Incur debt through general obligation
bonds
Yes Currently paying off bonds (and good credit rating) Incur debt through special tax bonds Yes
Other federal funding programs Yes
State funding programs Yes
Are there gaps in your capabilities/resources? How can your fiscal capabilities be expanded and improved to further reduce risk?
• Unless it’s an emergency situation, new expenditures in excess of $50,000 require approval from City Council. However, the City does not have the ability or authority to improve this gap. • The City of Healdsburg could apply for a grant, such as a BRIC grant, to improve their fiscal capabilities.

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6.3.1 State and Federal Funding Resources
Table 6-4 lists potential funding programs and resources provided by state and federal agencies/programs the City can tap into for hazard mitigation activities. Please note that the information listed below is not exhaustive.

Table 6-4: Potential Funding Programs/Grants from State and Federal Agencies Agency Potential Programs/Grants
Department of Homeland Security – Federal
Emergency Management Agency
• Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP)
• Emergency Management Performance Grants
(EMPG) Program
• Transit Security Grant Program
• Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program
• HMGP (gain eligibility by having a FEMA-approved
HMP)
• PDM Grant Program (gain eligibility by having a
FEMA-approved HMP)
• Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) Program (gain
eligibility by having a FEMA-approved HMP)
US Department of Housing and Urban
Development
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program
US Department of the Interior • Coastal Impact Assistance Program • USGS Research and Data Collection
• WaterSMART Grants
US Department of Defense – US Air Force Training Requirements Funding US Department of Health and Human Services Grants for Public Health Emergency Preparedness US Department of Commerce Coastal Resilience Networks
California Governor’s Office of Emergency
Services
• Regional Catastrophic Preparedness Grant Program
• Interoperable Emergency Communications Center
Grant Program
• Proposition 1B Grant
• Citizens Corps Program
• Metropolitan Medical Response System Program
• Earthquake and Tsunami Grants Program
California Department of Housing and
Community Development
Disaster Recovery Initiative (DRI)
California Department of Forestry and Fire
Protection
Western States WUI Fire Assistance Grant
California Department of Water Resources Integrated Regional Water Management (IRWM) Grant Programs
State Water Resources Control Board Storm Water Grant Program (SWGP) – Proposition 1 California Coastal Conservancy Proposition 1 Grants
California Department of Fish and Wildlife Watershed Restoration Grant Program

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6.4 Education and Outreach Capabilities
This section identifies the education and outreach tools or resources that the City could potentially use to help carry out mitigation activities.

Table 6-5: Education and Outreach Capabilities
Education and Outreach Resources
Accessible/
Eligible to
Use (Y/N)
Purpose and Comments
Healdsburg Fire and Emergency
Preparedness Expo
Yes
An annual Expo held for Northern Sonoma County
with emergency preparedness and response agencies
and vendors with free workshops, resources, and
activities.

Senior Emergency Preparedness Seminar Yes
Annual Seminar held at the Healdsburg Senior Center
to provide emergency preparedness and response
education and resources to the senior community in
and around Healdsburg. The seminar also includes a
Q&A with the City’s Emergency Manager, Police
Chief, and Fire Chief.

National Preparedness Month Yes
National Preparedness Month (NPM) is recognized
each September to promote family and community
disaster planning now and throughout the year. The
City make weekly social media posts to provide
preparedness education and resources.

Great ShakeOut Yes The Great ShakeOut is an annual earthquake drill.

COPE Yes
COPE stands for Citizens Organized to be Prepared for
Emergencies. The Fire Department holds a quarterly
seminar on preparedness and encouraging
neighborhood organization through “Map Your
Neighborhood.”
City Website Yes
The City of Healdsburg’s website provides public
information and resources. Including information on
water conservation efforts and information related to
all hazards identified in this plan.

Social Media Yes
The City’s social media accounts (Instagram, Twitter,
Facebook, Nextdoor, and LinkedIn) are used to
disseminate public information.

Are there gaps in your capabilities/resources? How can your education and outreach capabilities be expanded and improved to further reduce risk?
• The City can improve providing hazard training for staff or hazard mitigation grant funding in partnership with Sonoma County and Cal OES.
• Continuing to train City staff on mitigation and the hazards that pose a risk to the City of Healdsburg will lead to more informed staff members who can better communicate this information to the public. • The City could improve its participation in the Great Shake Out by making it a citywide event.

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Section 7. Mitigation Strategy
The intent of the mitigation strategy is to provide the City of Healdsburg with the tools that will serve as guiding principles for future hazard mitigation policy and project administration. The development of the mitigation strategy includes the creation of a mitigation action plan, which involves a prioritization process for selected mitigation actions. The mitigation action plan represents the key outcomes of the LHMP planning process.

7.1 Hazard Mitigation Goals
Goals are broad policy statements representing the City’s desire for long‐term hazard mitigation results.

The LHMP Planning Team first looked at the goal in the current LHMP, which is a general goal that addresses all hazards covered in the plan. The group considered developing more goals and having hazardspecific goals, but the LHMP Planning Team determined that the preference was a single general goal. The Planning Team also noted that the goal from the current LHMP does not contradict the Guiding Principles in the current General Plan.

The LHMP Planning Team decided to keep the mitigation goal from the current plan:

To maintain and enhance a disaster-resistant community by reducing the potential for loss of life, property damage, and environmental degradation from natural disasters, while accelerating economic recovery from those disasters.

7.2 Review of the 2018 Mitigation Action Plan
During the 2023 LHMP planning process, the 2018 mitigation action plan was reviewed to determine which mitigation actions had been completed, deleted, deferred, or are ongoing. Mitigation actions are activities, measures, and/or projects that help achieve the goals of a mitigation plan. The results of this review, shown in Table 7-1, illustrate the progress in the City’s local mitigation efforts over the five-year period, under the guidance of the 2018 LHMP. Recent mitigation activities that were not specifically called out in the 2018 LHMP have also been included in the table to create a more comprehensive list of the City’s mitigation efforts.

Some actions identified in the 2018 mitigation action plan were not able to be completed for varying reasons. Most notably, the City did not have a dedicated Emergency Manager or assigned staff member who was able to carry out the specified mitigation strategies during the Hazard Mitigation Plan cycle.

Compounding this issue was the COVID-19 pandemic, which further reduced staffs’ time to address mitigation strategies and goals.

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Table 7-1: Status of 2018 LHMP Mitigation Actions and Other Recent Mitigation Status
(Current, Ongoing,
Completed, or No Action)
Project/Program
Name Description Responsible Agency Year(s)
Add to 2023
Mitigation
Plan
Ongoing
This program has been
initiated and is ongoing.

Equip water mains
crossing fault lines
for emergency
connection
Include “areas subject to high ground shaking,
earthquake-induced ground failure, and surface fault
rupture” in the list of criteria used for determining a replacement schedule for pipelines.

Where active faults are found based on geologic
investigations, public water mains will include
additional valves and fire hydrants placed on each side of the fault, which in the event of pipeline rupture will allow the rupture to be isolated limiting water loss and damage. Temporary water lines can then be run
overland to “shunt” water between fire hydrants and
thereby maintain service for domestic water and fire
protection. Design of sewer mains will include a
manhole on each side of the fault, which in the event
of pipeline rupture, would allow the pipelines nearest
to the break to be plugged from inside the manholes
and prevent or minimize the spread of environment
damage, and also allow installing a temporary “bypass”
between these manholes using portable pumps so that
sewer service can continue during the emergency.

Public
Works
Department
Start date
unknown,
from at least
2009–
Ongoing
Yes

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Table 7-1: Status of 2018 LHMP Mitigation Actions and Other Recent Mitigation Status
(Current, Ongoing,
Completed, or No Action)
Project/Program
Name Description Responsible Agency Year(s)
Add to 2023
Mitigation
Plan
Complete
Federally funded,
addressed seismic
retrofitting.

Retrofit or replace
critical lifeline
infrastructure.

Healdsburg Bridge
seismic retrofits
The City is currently in the process of rehabilitating the 90-year-old Healdsburg Avenue Bridge over the
Russian River. This rehabilitation will include
protection against scours resulting from high flood
flows and seismic activities. In addition to mitigation of these hazards, the functioning of the bridge is critical for evacuation in case of severe flooding, dam failure, or any disaster that might close US Highway 101 over
the Russian River.

Public
Works
Department
2014–15 No
No Action
The lack of a dedicated
Emergency Manager for
most of this Hazard
Mitigation Plan cycle
prevented the City from
taking proactive outreach
efforts on this item. The
City does not have the
ability to enforce this but
access to information has
improved. More
information is now
available on the City
website but no active
outreach to real estate
agents has been
completed.

Work more
effectively with real
estate agents
regarding hazard
disclosures
Assist in ensuring adequate hazard disclosure by
working with real estate agents to improve
enforcement of real estate disclosure requirements for
residential properties with regard to seven official
natural hazard zones: (1) Special Flood Hazard Areas
(designated by FEMA), (2) Areas of Potential Flooding
from dam failure inundation, (3) Very High Fire Hazard
Severity Zones, (4) Wildland Fire Zones, (5) Earthquake Fault Zones (designated under the Alquist-Priolo
Earthquake Fault Zoning Act), and the (6) Liquefaction
and (7) Landslide Hazard Zones (designated under the
Seismic Hazard Mapping Act).

Planning and
Building
Department
N/A Yes

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Table 7-1: Status of 2018 LHMP Mitigation Actions and Other Recent Mitigation Status
(Current, Ongoing,
Completed, or No Action)
Project/Program
Name Description Responsible Agency Year(s)
Add to 2023
Mitigation
Plan
Ongoing
For new construction of
health care facilities, the
City has imposed
conditions for the
development to submit an
Emergency
Response/Action Plan.

Encourage health
care facilities to
develop disaster
mitigation plans
Encourage ancillary facilities, medical offices,
pharmacies, free or specialty clinics, etc. facility
operators to develop disaster mitigation plans.

Fire
Department
2024 Yes
Ongoing
Funding for the substation
was impacted by the
pandemic and was also
tied to the development of
two parcels. Funding was
secured in 2023 and
construction began in
November 2023.

Completion is scheduled
for late 2024 to spring
2025.

Construction of a
Healdsburg Fire
Department
Substation
This new substation will be an alternate station should the main station be impacted by flooding.

Regarding the area of geology and soils, the
environmental impact report for the project identified
five mitigation measures to be implemented during the
construction process.

Planning and
Building
Department
2007–
current
Yes
Ongoing
The program has been
initiated and is ongoing.

Water Conservation
Program
Lawns that are removed and replaced and maintained
with low-water‐use plantings, permeable landscape
surfaces (mulch, decorated rock, stone pavers, or
similar), gardens, trees, shrubs, and/or decorative
outdoor landscape elements are eligible for a one-time
cash rebate.

Utility
Department
2014–
ongoing
Yes

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Table 7-1: Status of 2018 LHMP Mitigation Actions and Other Recent Mitigation Status
(Current, Ongoing,
Completed, or No Action)
Project/Program
Name Description Responsible Agency Year(s)
Add to 2023
Mitigation
Plan
Ongoing
The program has been
initiated and is ongoing.

Energy efficiency
rebates
Energy efficiency rebates for items such as:
• Heat pumps
• Air conditioners and evaporative coolers
• Duct sealing and weatherization.
• AC and heat pump tune-ups
• Replacement of appliances: electric water heater,
dishwasher, and clothes washer
Utility
Department
2014–
ongoing
Yes
Ongoing
The program has been
initiated and is ongoing
Water conservation
Education and
Outreach
The City has offered a variety of water conservation
workshops, such as:
• Welcome to Greywater 101
• 2010 Urban Water Management Plan
• Home-scale Greywater
• Inspect and Evaluate Your Irrigation System
• State Mandated Water Restrictions and You
• Basics of Drought Tolerant Landscaping
• Setting a Landscape Water Budget
• Practical Solutions to Create a Water-Wise Home
Series:
− Water Conservation 101
− Indoor Solutions
− Harvest the Rain and Slow the Flow
Utility
Department
2015–
ongoing
Yes
Ongoing
The program has been
initiated and is ongoing
Free water-saving
items
Free water-saving items:
• A variety of water savings items such as low-flow
shower heads and faucet aerators.
• Other conservation programs exist with sufficient
funding.

Utility
Department
2014–
ongoing
Yes

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Table 7-1: Status of 2018 LHMP Mitigation Actions and Other Recent Mitigation Status
(Current, Ongoing,
Completed, or No Action)
Project/Program
Name Description Responsible Agency Year(s)
Add to 2023
Mitigation
Plan
Ongoing
The program has been
initiated and is ongoing
Free energy audits &
education
The City offers free energy audits for commercial
electric customers and education for residential
customers.

Utility
Department
Start date
unknown–
Ongoing
Yes
Ongoing
The program has been
initiated and is ongoing
Weed Abatement The Fire Department conducts annual inspections.

Residents are asked to abate high weeds, trim up limbs
at least 6 feet off the ground, and remove ladder fuels.

Fire
Department
Ongoing Yes
Current Russian River
Watershed
Association Storm
Water Resource Plan
(SWRP)
An active participant in the development of the SWRP,
one of 11 local entities represented. The main goals of the SWRP are to identify and prioritize stormwater and
dry weather runoff capture projects and other multibenefit projects that advance stormwater goals in the Russian River watershed.
(Healdsburg submitted 17 projects during the planning
process, 13 projects made the list of prioritized
projects (51 total “prioritized” projects), including 12 of Top 20 ranked projects.)
Public
Works
Department
2017–18 Yes
Complete Storage Tank for
Sunset Pressure Zone
Install a storage tank for the Sunset pressure zone to
increase the capacity and flow for fighting fires in this vulnerable area.

Public
Works
Department
2021-2022 No

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7.3 2023 Mitigation Actions
With the results of the hazard risk assessment finalized, the mitigation goal established, and capabilities assessed, the City then set out to identify mitigation actions that would reduce the impacts of the focused natural hazards.

FEMA identifies four categories of mitigation actions. Understanding these categories helps communities to realize the full breadth of mitigation and develop a comprehensive mitigation strategy. FEMA’s four hazard mitigation categories are described below.
• Local Plans and Regulations: Government administrative or regulatory actions (authorities, policies, or codes) or processes that influence the way land and buildings are developed and built. • Structure and Infrastructure Projects: Actions that involve modifying or removing existing buildings or infrastructure to protect them from a hazard. Mitigation projects intended to lessen the impact of a hazard by using structures to modify the environment. • Natural Systems Protection: Actions that, in addition to minimizing hazard damage/losses, also preserve or restore the functions of natural systems.
• Education and Awareness Programs: Actions to inform and educate citizens, elected/public officials, and property owners about potential risks from hazards and potential ways to mitigate them.

7.3.1 Identification and Prioritization of Mitigation Actions The LHMP Planning Team worked with the LHMP Planning Team to review and assess existing plans and studies.

Development of the mitigation action plan occurred in three general steps:

1. Establish a list of potential mitigation actions.

2. Discuss the pros and cons of each potential mitigation action.

3. Identify the priority mitigation actions and provide additional details for each.

The LHMP Planning Team began the process of developing the mitigation action plan by identifying a list of potential mitigation actions. Potential actions are actions that are feasible and will benefit the City but may not be priority actions for the five-year planning period.

As shown in Table 7-2, for each potential mitigation action, the following information is listed: description, hazard(s) addressed, mitigation category, and type of development affected by the action.

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Table 7-2: Potential Mitigation Actions
No. Description Hazard Mitigation Category New or Existing Construction Affected?
1 Integrate the hazard analysis and mitigation strategy into the General Plan’s Safety Element.

All Local Plans and Regulations Not Applicable
2 Have a booth at the annual Safety Fair to provide outreach and education about what residents can do in their own
homes. Coordinate this effort with social media outreach.

All Education and Awareness Existing Construction
3 Make energy efficiency a priority through building code improvements, retrofitting City facilities with energyefficient lighting, and urging employees to conserve energy and save money.

Climate Change Local Plans and Regulations Existing Construction 4 Restore and protect the ability of natural ecosystems to capture and store carbon.

Climate Change Natural Systems Protection New and Existing Construction
5 Develop and implement a Climate Mobilization Strategy (CMS) in support of State and Regional greenhouse gas
(GHG) reduction goals.

Climate Change Local Plans and Regulations New and Existing Construction
6 Develop a water conservation outreach program that
focuses on recycled water.

Drought Education and Awareness Not Applicable
7 Install earthquake sensors that can automatically open vehicle bay doors at Police and Fire stations.

Earthquake Structure and Infrastructure Not Applicable
8 Seismically retrofit or upgrade seismically deficient government facilities and pre-identified shelter facilities.

Earthquake Structure and Infrastructure Existing Construction 9 Develop and implement plans to increase building owners’ general knowledge of and appreciation for the value of
seismic upgrading of their buildings’ structural and
nonstructural elements.

Earthquake Local Plans and Regulations,
Education and Awareness
Existing Construction
10 Develop an outreach program to talk to the public about earthquake risk and mitigation activities that can be
completed in homes, schools, and businesses.

Earthquake Education and Awareness Existing Construction

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Table 7-2: Potential Mitigation Actions
No. Description Hazard Mitigation Category New or Existing Construction Affected?
11 Remove storm drains from backyards and relocate to
streets. This is also an opportunity to increase stormwater capacity; ensure that relocation of storm drains also
increases overall capacity.

Flooding Structure and Infrastructure Existing Construction 12 Reinforce roads/bridges from flooding through protection activities, including elevating the roads/bridges and
installing/widening culverts beneath the roads/bridges or upgrading storm drains.

Flooding Structure and Infrastructure Existing Construction 13 Acquire, relocate, or elevate residential structures, in particular those that have been identified as Repetitive Loss properties, within the 100-year floodplain.

Flooding Structure and Infrastructure Existing Construction 14 Acquire, relocate, or elevate critical facilities within the 100-year floodplain (such as the Fire Station).

Flooding Structure and Infrastructure Existing Construction 15 Encourage the use of Low Impact Development (LID) Best Management Practices (BMPs) to reduce stormwater
runoff and increase groundwater recharge.

Flooding Structure and Infrastructure,
Natural Systems Protection
New and Existing
Construction
16 Develop a Healdsburg-specific outreach strategy to utilize the materials being developed through the Russian River Watershed Association as part of the Storm Water
Resource Plan (SWRP) currently in development.

Flooding Education and Awareness Not Applicable
17 Raise utilities or other mechanical devices above expected flood levels.

Flooding Structure and Infrastructure Existing Construction 18 Establish standards for all utilities regarding tree pruning around lines.

High Winds Local Plans and Regulations Not Applicable
19 Underground power lines whenever they are relocated, such as during efforts to move power lines that travel
through back yards.

High Winds Structure and Infrastructure Existing Construction

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Table 7-2: Potential Mitigation Actions
No. Description Hazard Mitigation Category New or Existing Construction Affected?
20 Implement landslide stabilization and/or protection
measures into the North Fitch Mountain Slide Repair.

Stabilization measures include grading the unstable
portion of the slope to a lower gradient, construction of rock buttresses and retaining walls, and drainage
improvements. Protection measures include containment
and/or diversion of the moving debris, such as walls,
berms, ditches, and catchment basins.

Landslide Structure and Infrastructure,
Natural Systems Protection
New and Existing
Construction
21 Implement post-fire debris flow hillslope and channel treatments, such as seeding, mulching, check dams, and
debris racks, as needed.

Post-Fire Debris
Flow
Natural Systems Protection New and Existing
Construction
22 Encourage the use of non-combustible materials (e.g., stone, brick, and stucco) in new construction and the use of fire-resistant roofing and materials in remodels,
upgrades, and new construction.

Wildfire Local Plans and Regulations New and Existing
Construction
23 Implement an outreach program that educates residents on mitigation actions they can take at their homes such as removing dead or dry leaves and combustibles from roofs, decks, eaves, porches, and yards; and creating a defensible spaces or buffer zones around their houses.

Wildfire Education and Awareness Existing Construction
24 Install a storage tank for the Sunset pressure zone to increase the capacity and flow for fighting fires in this vulnerable area.

Wildfire Structure and Infrastructure New and Existing
Construction
25 When replacing water lines, put in laterals for sprinklers to residential buildings (already included for commercial, industrial, and new construction, but not for existing
residential buildings).

Wildfire Structure and Infrastructure Existing Construction

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Table 7-2: Potential Mitigation Actions
No. Description Hazard Mitigation Category New or Existing Construction Affected?
26 Implement storm water runoff reduction projects to
reduce the impacts of flooding.

Flooding Structure and Infrastructure New and Existing
Construction

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After the list of potential mitigation actions was developed, the LHMP Planning Team was asked to consider the pros and cons of each action. Then, through a group discussion, the list of actions was narrowed down to a set of priority mitigation actions. While considering the pros and cons of the actions and during the priority action discussion, the group was asked to consider the following questions:
• Does the action: Solve the problem? Address multiple hazards? Offer benefits that equal or exceed costs (is there a cost benefit)? Implement a goal, policy, or project identified in the General Plan or Capital Improvement Plan?
• Can the action: Be implemented with existing funds? Be implemented by existing state or federal grant programs? Be completed within the five-year life cycle of the HMP? • Will the action: Be implemented with currently available technologies? Be accepted by the community? Be supported by community leaders (is there political support)? Adversely affect segments of the population or neighborhoods? Require a change in local ordinances or zoning laws? Result in positive or neutral impact on the environment? Comply with all local, state, and federal environmental laws and regulations?
• Is there: Sufficient staffing to undertake the project? Existing authority to undertake the project? An example of a similar project being successful? A champion for the project? To further support the prioritization process, the Planning Team considered HMA program requirements (Table 7-3), as these projects have the greatest chance of leading to enhanced project scoping and the lowest probability of HMA funding delays.

The format of this approach to prioritization differs from the previous plan, but similar concepts are covered. The previous plan determined prioritization on economic cost-benefit analysis, technical and administrative feasibility, political acceptability, social appropriateness, legality, and the action not being harmful to the environment or the community’s heritage. All of these criteria are addressed in the questions above and the HMA Program Requirements below.

Mitigation actions not selected as priority actions may be considered at a later date for implementation if the priority actions have been completed or deferred, as additional funding sources become available, or if the goals and objectives of the LHMP shift.

Table 7-3: Priority Mitigation Action Criteria (HMA Program Requirements) Requirement Description
Mitigation Planning Links the existing mitigation plan, particularly the vulnerability analysis and capability assessment, to project scoping.

Technical Feasibility and
Effectiveness
Conforms with accepted engineering practices, established codes, standards, modeling techniques, or best practices. Effective mitigation measures funded under HMA should provide a long-term or permanent solution.

Floodplain Management and
Protection of Wetlands
Conforms to 44 CFR Part 9, which incorporates the requirements of Executive Order (EO) 11988 (Floodplain Management) and EO 11990 (Protection of Wetlands).

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Table 7-3: Priority Mitigation Action Criteria (HMA Program Requirements) Requirement Description
Environmental Planning and
Historic Review and
Compliance
Complies with all environmental and historic preservation (EHP) laws and with 44 CFR Part 10.

Cost Effectiveness Is cost-effective or in the interest of the National Flood Insurance Fund.

Cost Review Is reasonable in costs compared to the probable benefits.

General Program
Requirements
Is an eligible activity, including: property acquisition and structure demolition; property demolition and structure relocation; structure elevation; mitigation reconstruction; dry floodproofing of historic residential structures; dry floodproofing of nonresidential structures; minor localized flood reduction projects; structural retrofitting of existing buildings; nonstructural retrofitting of existing buildings and facilities; infrastructure retrofit; soil stabilization; wildfire mitigation; post-disaster code enforcement.

Source: FEMA 2015
Once priority actions were chosen, additional details were included for each action: the facility to be mitigated (if known and/or applicable), potential funding source, department or agency lead, and time frame. The final prioritized list of actions is the 2023 Mitigation Action Plan, as shown in Table 7-4.

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Table 7-4: 2023 Mitigation Action Plan
No. Description Hazard Mitigation
Category
New or Existing
Construction Affected?
Facility to Be Mitigated
(if known and/or applicable)
Potential
Funding Source
Department or
Agency Lead
Time Frame
(0–5 Years)
1 Integrate the hazard analysis and
mitigation strategy into the General Plan’s
Safety Element.

All Local Plans and
Regulations
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
General Fund Planning &
Building
Department
2 Years
2 Have a booth at the annual Safety Fair to
provide outreach and education about
what residents can do in their own
homes. Coordinate this effort with social
media outreach.

All Education and
Awareness
Existing Construction
Not Applicable
General Fund Fire Department 1 Year,
Annually
Thereafter
3 Develop a water conservation outreach
program that focuses on recycled water.

Drought Education and
Awareness
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
General Fund,
WaterSMART
Grants
Public Works
Department
3 Years
4 Develop and implement plans to increase
building owners’ general knowledge of
and appreciation for the value of seismic
upgrading of their buildings’ structural
and nonstructural elements.

Earthquake Local Plans and
Regulations,
Education and
Awareness
Existing Construction
Not Applicable
Hazard
Mitigation Grant
Program
(HMGP)
Planning &
Building
Department
3–5 Years
5 The City is interested in removing storm
drains from backyards and relocating the
storm drains to streets. This is also an
opportunity to increase stormwater
capacity; ensure that relocation of storm
drains also increases overall capacity.

Flooding Structure and
Infrastructure
Existing Construction
Housing with storm drains in
their back yards
Community
Development
Block Grant
(CDBG) Program
Public Works
Department
5 Years
6 Acquire, relocate, or elevate critical
facilities within high hazard areas (specify
severity for each hazard)
All Structure and
Infrastructure
Existing Construction
Fire Station
HMGP Public Works
Department
5 Years

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Table 7-4: 2023 Mitigation Action Plan
No. Description Hazard Mitigation
Category
New or Existing
Construction Affected?
Facility to Be Mitigated
(if known and/or applicable)
Potential
Funding Source
Department or
Agency Lead
Time Frame
(0–5 Years)
7 Comply with Low Impact Development
(LID) Best Management Practices (BMPs)
to reduce stormwater runoff and increase
groundwater recharge.

Flooding Structure and
Infrastructure,
Natural
Systems
Protection
New and Existing
Construction
Not Applicable
General Fund Public Works
Department
Ongoing
8 Develop a Healdsburg-specific outreach
strategy to utilize the materials being
developed through the Russian River
Watershed Association on the indevelopment Storm Water Resource Plan (SWRP).

Flooding Education and
Awareness
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
General Fund Public Works
Department
Ongoing
9 Underground powerlines, when possible,
to reduce the risk of utility caused
wildfire. Prioritize undergrounding in WUI
and other areas with high vegetative
fuels.

High Winds Structure and
Infrastructure
Existing Construction
replaced with modern
designs to lower risk.

CDBG Program Utilities
Department
Ongoing
10 Develop utility scale microgrids to
mitigate the impacts of PSPS events,
heatwaves that limit supply from the
electric grid and provide redundant power
systems for critical public facilities.

PSPS,
Excessive
Heat
Structure and
Infrastructure
New construction at existing
facilities
State and
Federal Grant
Funding
Utilities
Department
5 years
11 Funding for Cal vegetation treatment plan Wildfire Natural Systems
Protection
Not Applicable State and
Federal Grant
Funding
Fire Department Ongoing

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Table 7-4: 2023 Mitigation Action Plan
No. Description Hazard Mitigation
Category
New or Existing
Construction Affected?
Facility to Be Mitigated
(if known and/or applicable)
Potential
Funding Source
Department or
Agency Lead
Time Frame
(0–5 Years)
12 Wastewater infiltration and inflow
reductions to mitigate overwhelming the
sewer collection system during rain
events.

Storm and
Flooding
Structure and
Infrastructure
Existing construction State and
Federal Funding
Public Works
Department
5 years
13 Fire Station Flooding Mitigation Flooding Structure and Infrastructure
New and Existing
Construction
State and
Federal Funding
Fire Department 2-3 years
14 Tower being overloaded with equipment High Winds Structure and Infrastructure
Existing construction State and
federal funding
Public Works
Department
5 years
15 Implement landslide stabilization and/or
protection measures into the North Fitch
Mountain Slide Repair to include Fitch
Mountain Open Space Preserve.

Stabilization measures include grading the
unstable portion of the slope to a lower
gradient, construction of rock buttresses
and retaining walls, and drainage
improvements. Protection measures
include containment and/or diversion of
the moving debris, such as walls, berms,
ditches, and catchment basins.

Landslide Structure and
Infrastructure,
Natural
Systems
Protection
New and Existing
Construction
North Fitch Mountain
landslide
HMGP Public Works
Department
3–5 Years

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Table 7-4: 2023 Mitigation Action Plan
No. Description Hazard Mitigation
Category
New or Existing
Construction Affected?
Facility to Be Mitigated
(if known and/or applicable)
Potential
Funding Source
Department or
Agency Lead
Time Frame
(0–5 Years)
16 Implement an outreach program that
educates residents on mitigation actions
they can take at their homes such as
removing dead or dry leaves and
combustibles from roofs, decks, eaves,
porches, and yards; and creating a
defensible spaces or buffer zones around
their houses as outlined in the Healdsburg
CWPP Annex.

Wildfire Education and
Awareness
Existing Construction
Not Applicable
HMGP Fire Department 1 Year,
Ongoing
18 When replacing water lines, put in laterals
for sprinklers to residential buildings
(already included for commercial,
industrial and new construction, but not
for existing residential buildings).

Wildfire Structure and
Infrastructure
Existing Construction
Existing Residential Buildings
General Fund,
CDBG Program
Public Works
Department
1 Year,
Ongoing
19 Implement storm water runoff reduction
projects to reduce the impacts of
flooding.

Flooding Structure and
Infrastructure
New and Existing
Construction
Not Applicable
HMGP, Prop 1 Public Works
Department
5 Years
20 Develop and implement a Climate
Mobilization Strategy (CMS) in support of
State and Regional greenhouse gas (GHG)
reduction goals. The Strategy should
identify key measures and actions that
will be most impactful in reducing GHG
emissions, are equitable, feasible, and
community driven.

All Structure and
Infrastructure
New and Existing
Construction
Not Applicable
General Fund City Manager’s
Office
1 Year,
Ongoing

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7-18 City of Healdsburg 2023 LHMP
Table 7-4: 2023 Mitigation Action Plan
No. Description Hazard Mitigation
Category
New or Existing
Construction Affected?
Facility to Be Mitigated
(if known and/or applicable)
Potential
Funding Source
Department or
Agency Lead
Time Frame
(0–5 Years)
21 Assist in ensuring adequate hazard
disclosure by working with real estate
agents to improve enforcement of real
estate disclosure requirements for
residential properties with regard to
seven official natural hazard zones.

All Structure and
Infrastructure,
Education and
Awareness
New and Existing
Construction
Not Applicable
General Fund Planning and
Building
Department
Ongoing
22 Encourage health care facilities to develop
disaster mitigation plans.

All Local Plans and
Regulations
New and Existing
Construction
Not Applicable
General Fund Emergency
Management
Ongoing
23 Complete construction of a Healdsburg
Fire Department Substation that will serve
as an alternate station should the main
station be impacted.

All Structure and
Infrastructure
New Construction
Fire Station
General Fund Building and
Planning
Department
2 Years
24 Provide energy efficiency rebates for
items such as heat pumps, air
conditioners & evaporative coolers, duct
sealing and weatherization, AC & heat
pump tune-ups, and replacement of
water heater, dishwasher, and clothes
washer with electric appliances.

Drought Structure and
Infrastructure
New and Existing
Construction
Not Applicable
General Fund,
WaterSMART
Grants
Utility
Department
Ongoing
25 Provide free water saving items such as
low-flow shower heads and faucet
aerators to the public.

Drought Structure and
Infrastructure,
Education and
Awareness
New and Existing
Construction
Not Applicable
General Fund,
WaterSMART
Grants
Utility
Department
Ongoing

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City of Healdsburg 2023 LHMP 7-19
Table 7-4: 2023 Mitigation Action Plan
No. Description Hazard Mitigation
Category
New or Existing
Construction Affected?
Facility to Be Mitigated
(if known and/or applicable)
Potential
Funding Source
Department or
Agency Lead
Time Frame
(0–5 Years)
26 Provide free energy audits for commercial
electric customers and education for
residential customers.

Drought Education and
Awareness
New and Existing
Construction
Not Applicable
General Fund Utility
Department
Ongoing
27 Offer water conservation education and
outreach opportunities to the public such
as:
• Home-scale Greywater
• Inspect and Evaluate Your Irrigation
System
• State Mandated Water Restrictions
and You
• Basics of Drought Tolerant
Landscaping
• Setting a Landscape Water Budget
• Practical Solutions to Create a WaterWise Home Series:
o Water Conservation 101
o Indoor Solutions
o Harvest the Rain & Slow the Flow
Drought Education and
Awareness
New and Existing
Construction
Not Applicable
General Fund,
WaterSMART
Grants
Utility
Department
Ongoing
28 Manage a Weed Abatement Program for
the City by conducting annual inspections
to ensure all residents abate high weeds,
trim up limbs at least 6 feet off the
ground, and remove ladder fuels.

Wildfire Plans and
Regulations,
Education and
Awareness
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
General Fund Fire Department Ongoing

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Mitigation Strategy
7-20 City of Healdsburg 2023 LHMP
Table 7-4: 2023 Mitigation Action Plan
No. Description Hazard Mitigation
Category
New or Existing
Construction Affected?
Facility to Be Mitigated
(if known and/or applicable)
Potential
Funding Source
Department or
Agency Lead
Time Frame
(0–5 Years)
29 Equip water mains crossing fault lines for
emergency connection. Include “areas
subject to high ground shaking,
earthquake-induced ground failure, and
surface fault rupture” in the list of criteria
used for determining a replacement
schedule for pipelines. Where active faults
are found based on geologic
investigations, public water mains will
include additional valves and fire hydrants
placed on each side of the fault. Design of
sewer mains will include a manhole on
each side of the fault.

Earthquake Structure and
Infrastructure
New and Existing
Construction
Not Applicable
General Fund Public Works
Department
Ongoing

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Packet Pg. 289 Attachment: 2023 Healdsburg Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (4210 : 2023 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan) Section 8
Plan Implementation and Maintenance
City of Healdsburg 2023 LHMP 8-1
Section 8. Plan Implementation and Maintenance
Because this plan is a living document, it is important that it becomes a tool in the City’s resources to ensure minimal damage in the event of a natural disaster. This section discusses plan adoption and the processes for monitoring, evaluating, and updating the LHMP to ensure the plan remains relevant and continues to address the changing environment in Healdsburg. In addition, this section describes the incorporation of the LHMP into existing City of Healdsburg planning mechanisms, as well as how the City will continue to engage the public.

8.1 Plan Adoption
To comply with DMA 2000, the City of Healdsburg will officially adopt the 2023 City of Healdsburg LHMP within one year of receiving FEMA “approval pending adoption” status. The adoption of the LHMP recognizes the City’s commitment to reducing the impacts of natural hazards in Healdsburg. The adoption resolution is presented in Appendix E.

8.2 Monitoring, Evaluating, and Updating the LHMP
Led by the Emergency Manager, the LHMP Planning Team will meet annually to officially monitor and evaluate the plan. Forms have been developed to facilitate monitoring and evaluating the plan. A summary of the annual meeting will be posted on the City’s website for public viewing. • Monitoring: The Mitigation Project Progress Report form (Appendix D) will be used to monitor/track each of the mitigation actions included in the 2023 Mitigation Action Plan (and any additional actions that may be added). The LHMP Planning Team is looking into converting this Microsoft Word form into an Excel worksheet that will be housed on a shared drive for regular access by Planning Team members. At a minimum, the form will be updated annually as a progress report for discussion at the annual LHMP Planning Team meeting. This form discusses the status of the mitigation project, including any changes made to the project, identifies implementation problems, and describes appropriate strategies to overcome them. • Evaluating: Evaluation of the 2023 LHMP will look at the overall effectiveness of the plan to analyze if the plan goal is being met and if the goal is still relevant, if progress is being made, and if there have been any changes in the community that would necessitate an informal update or an amendment to the plan. The Annual Review Questionnaire form (Appendix D) will be used to evaluate the plan. At a minimum, the form will be updated annually for discussion at the annual LHMP Planning Team meeting; should a disaster occur, the Emergency Manager will determine if an evaluation should occur prior to the scheduled annual evaluation. • Updating: The LHMP will be updated every five years, as required by DMA 2000. After the third year, the LHMP Planning Team will look into funding/grants for the plan update. After the fourth year, the LHMP Planning Team will begin updating the plan. The plan update process will follow a similar planning process that was used to develop the 2023 LHMP. Future updates to the LHMP will account for any new hazard vulnerabilities, special circumstances, or new information that becomes available. Issues that arise during monitoring and evaluating the LHMP, which require changes to the risk assessment, mitigation strategy, and other components of the LHMP, will be incorporated into the next update of the City of Healdsburg LHMP in 2028.

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Plan Implementation and Maintenance
8-2 City of Healdsburg 2023 LHMP
The plan maintenance process is summarized in Table 8-1.

Table 8-0-1: Plan Monitoring, Evaluation, and Updating Process Monitor Evaluate Update
By Whom Emergency Manager has
primary responsibility to
call meetings and delegate
responsibilities as
necessary.

Emergency Manager has
primary responsibility to
call meetings and delegate
responsibilities as
necessary.

Emergency Manager has
primary responsibility to call
meetings and delegate
responsibilities as necessary.

When Annual meeting along with
evaluation.

Annual meeting along with
monitoring.
• Every 5 years.
• Begin investigating
funding/grants following
third annual monitoring/
evaluation meeting.
• Begin updating plan
following fourth annual
monitoring/evaluation
meeting.

How • Responsible agency to
monitor mitigation
action process
regularly. Progress
Report form to be
updated at least
annually.
• LHMP Planning Team
will reconvene to
discuss/review
Mitigation Project
Progress Report form.
• Summary of the annual
meeting to be posted
on the City’s website.
• Annual Review
Questionnaire form to
be completed at least
annually by each LHMP
Planning Team
member.
• LHMP Planning Team
will reconvene to
discuss/review Annual
Review Questionnaire
forms.
• Summary of the annual
meeting to be posted
on the City’s website.
• Annual Hazard
Mitigation Survey will
be circulated via City
Council meetings,
Social Media, Senior
Center, Reach for
Home, and Corazon
Healdsburg to gather
public feedback.
• Develop scope of work.
• Investigate and apply for
funding/budget cost.
• Review/revise plan
accounting for:
‒ new hazard
vulnerabilities
‒ special circumstances
‒ new information
‒ new priorities
‒ issues from
monitoring/ evaluation
‒ progress in mitigation
efforts

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Plan Implementation and Maintenance
City of Healdsburg 2023 LHMP 8-3

8.3 Incorporation into Existing Planning Mechanisms
Another important implementation mechanism is to incorporate the recommendations and underlying principles of the LHMP into other community plans and mechanisms, such as comprehensive planning, capital improvement budgeting, economic goals and incentives, and regional plans. Mitigation is most successful when it is incorporated within the day-to-day functions and priorities of government and development. Thus, the integration of a variety of City administrative departments into the LHMP Planning Team provides an opportunity for constant and pervasive efforts to network, identify, and highlight mitigation activities and opportunities at all levels of government, through the monitoring of agendas, attendance at meetings, and distribution of memos. This collaborative effort is also important in the monitoring of funding opportunities that can be leveraged to implement the mitigation actions.

Based on the comprehensive nature of the LHMP, the LHMP Planning Team believes that this document will be highly useful when updating existing and developing new planning mechanisms in the City. Specific documents that have been identified for incorporating elements of the LHMP include:
• Building/Development Codes and Ordinances: The 2023 LHMP will provide information to enable the City to make decisions on appropriate building/development codes and ordinances.

Appropriate building codes and ordinances can increase Healdsburg’s resilience following natural disasters.
• Emergency Operation Plan: The 2023 LHMP will provide information on risk and vulnerability that will be extremely important to consider and incorporate into the City’s emergency management plans including the Emergency Operations Plan. Probability and vulnerability can direct emergency management and response efforts and can influence public outreach efforts around emergency preparedness.
• General Plan: The 2023 LHMP will provide information that can be incorporated into the Land Use and the Safety sections of the plan during the next General Plan update. Specific risk and vulnerability information from the LHMP can help to identify areas where development should not take place.
• CWPP: The 2023 LHMP highlights wildfire areas of concern in the city. Suitable mitigation actions contained in the LHMP can be included in future updates of the City of Healdsburg CWPP and the Fitch Mountain CWPP.
• Capital Improvement Plan (CIP): Projects identified in the 2023 LHMP can be included in the annual CIP.

8.4 Continued Public Involvement
As occurred during the development of the 2023 LHMP, the LHMP Planning Team will involve the public during the monitoring, evaluating and updating processes. A downloadable copy of the 2023 LHMP and any proposed changes or updates will be posted on the City’s website, and a point of contact will be provided to which people can direct their comments or concerns. Following the annual monitoring/evaluating meeting, a summary of the meeting will be posted to the City’s website for public viewing.

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8-4 City of Healdsburg 2023 LHMP
As noted above, the LHMP Planning Team will continue to oversee implementation, examine the annual review questionnaires and project progress reports, modify the implementation strategy and process as needed, and update the LHMP as required. The LHMP Planning Team will also look for opportunities to raise community awareness about the 2023 LHMP and the hazards that affect the city. This effort could include attendance and provision of materials at City-sponsored events, public mailings, and social media posts (such as Facebook, Twitter, and Nextdoor). Per the responses from the Hazard Questionnaire, the preferred methods for the public to receive information are City Manager’s Biweekly Update, City’s website, social media, and utility bills. Any public comments received regarding the 2023 LHMP will be collected by the LHMP Planning Team, addressed as needed, and considered during future LHMP updates.

The City will circulate an Annual Review Questionnaire form annually every September to engage the public and gather data about the City's priorities and progress of mitigation activities. The Annual Review Questionnaire will be circulated via City Council meetings, City Manager's Biweekly Update, and Social Media. A flyer and hard copies of the questionnaire will also be available at the Senior Center to engage the senior community, Reach for Home to reach unhoused individuals, and Corazon Healdsburg to reach Spanish speakers ensure all vulnerable populations in Healdsburg are reached. The Annual Review Questionnaire will be available in both English and Spanish.

The City will hold a Community Workshop to engage the public and brainstorm in person about the City's priorities and progress of mitigation activities. The Community Workshop will be advertised via City Council meetings, City Manager's Biweekly Update, and Social Media. A invitation to the Community Workshop will also be posted at the Senior Center to engage the senior community, Reach for Home to reach unhoused individuals, and Corazon Healdsburg to reach Spanish speakers ensure all vulnerable populations in Healdsburg are reached. The Community Workshop will have childcare available for those that would otherwise be unable to attend. The Community Workshop will also have Spanish translation available.

The plan public outreach process is summarized in Table 8-2.

Table 8-2: Plan Public Outreach Process
Monitor Evaluate Update
By Whom Emergency Manager has
primary responsibility to
coordinate public
outreach.

Emergency Manager has
primary responsibility to
coordinate public
outreach.

Emergency Manager has
primary responsibility to
coordinate public outreach.

When • Annually every
September
• Every two years • Every five years
• Begin investigating
funding/grants following
third annual
monitoring/evaluation
meeting.
• Begin updating plan
following fourth annual
monitoring/evaluation
meeting.

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City of Healdsburg 2023 LHMP 8-5
How • Annual Review
Questionnaire form to
be circulated annually
via City Council
meetings, Social
Media, Senior Center
to reach senior
community, Reach for
Home to reach
unhoused, and
Corazon Healdsburg to
reach Spanish
speakers ensuring all
vulnerable
populations in
Healdsburg are
reached.
• Summary of the
annual LHMP Planning
Team meeting to be
posted on the City’s
website and a link will
be included in the
Annual Review
Questionnaire.
• Beginning next year,
the City will also
include a Utility bill
insert to extend the
City's reach.
• Community Workshop
will be held every two
years to provide an
opportunity to discuss
and brainstorm with
the public in person.
• Community Workshop
flyers to be circulated
via City Council
meetings, Social
Media, Senior Center
to reach senior
community, Reach for
Home to reach
unhoused, and
Corazon Healdsburg to
reach Spanish
speakers ensuring all
vulnerable populations
in Healdsburg are
reached.
• Summary of
Community Workshop
to be posted on the
City’s Website.
• LHMP Planning Process
will begin every 5 years.

The public will be notified
and invited to join the
process via City Council
meetings, Social Media,
Senior Center to reach
senior community, Reach
for Home to reach
unhoused, and Corazon
Healdsburg to reach
Spanish speakers ensuring
all vulnerable populations
in Healdsburg are
reached.
• The next planning cycle
will also include a Utility
bill insert to extend the
City’s reach to all City
Utility customers.

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References
City of Healdsburg 2023 LHMP 9-1
Section 9. References
ABAG (Association of Bay Area Governments). 2022. “Final Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) Plan, San Francisco Bay Area 2023-2031.” Final RHNA Methodology Report 2023- 2031_update_11-22.pdf (ca.gov)https://abag.ca.gov/files/ABAG_Final_RHNA_Publication.pdf.

ABAG (Association of Bay Area Governments). 2017. San Francisco Bay Area Risk Profile 2017. http://resilience.abag.ca.gov/wpcontent/documents/mitigation_adaptation/RiskProfile_4_26_2017_optimized.pdf.

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Healdsburg City Council
February 20, 2024