CITY OF HEALDSBURG
CITY COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
October 7, 2024
City Hall Council Chamber
401 Grove Street, Healdsburg
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CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
Mayor/Chairperson Hagele called to order the concurrent meeting of the City Council and Redevelopment Successor Agency of the City of Healdsburg at 6:00 p.m. with the following Council Members present:
Present: Council Members/: Edwards, Herrod, Kelley, Mitchell and Mayor Hagele Board Members
Absent: Council Members/: None.
Board Members
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
On a motion by Councilmember Kelley, seconded by Councilmember Herrod, approved the October 7, 2024, City Council and Redevelopment Successor Agency meeting agenda. The motion carried on a unanimous voice vote. (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Hagele reported a closed session was held prior to the meeting and there was no reportable action.
ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS – PROCLAMATION DECLARING THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 2024 AS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH Mayor Hagele, with Council concurrence, issued a Proclamation declaring the month of October 2024 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in the City of Healdsburg.
Madeline Keegan O’Connell thanked the Council for the recognition and shared her appreciation for the opening of the YWCA Preschool Center in Healdsburg. She highlighted key statistics on domestic violence and announced an upcoming fun run event to raise awareness.
ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS – LATIN AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH
PROCLAMATION
Mayor Hagele, with Council concurrence, issued a Proclamation declaring September 15 to October 15, 2024, as Latin-American Heritage Month in the City of Healdsburg.
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Leigh Stokes, Chair of Corazon Healdsburg, and Jaime Guitierrez, Board Member, thanked the Council for the recognition.
ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS – A PROCLAMATION HONORING EDGAR DEAS
Mayor Hagele, with Council concurrence, issued a Proclamation honoring Edgar Deas in the City of Healdsburg.
Paul Deas thanked the Council for honoring his father and reflected on the impact his dad had on the community.
CITY MANAGER REPORTS
City Manager Kay reported on a power outage over the weekend, announced the City sent a fire engine to the Glen Haven incident near Clear Lake, noted the upcoming North Bay Zero Waste Week, the Coffee with a Cop event and the Halloween Pet Parade.
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ITEMS ON THE CONSENT CALENDAR AND NON
AGENDA ITEMS
Cathy Waterbury expressed concerns about a small business being asked to vacate the property they currently rent.
Richard Burg expressed concerns about comments heard on social media regarding Measure O.
John Haupt, Manager of the Healdsburg Regional Library, expressed gratitude to the Council for their continued partnership and expressed his appreciation for seeing the funding for the library included on the consent calendar.
CONSENT CALENDAR
On a motion by Councilmember Kelley, seconded by Councilmember Edwards, approved the Consent Calendar as follows:
A. RECEIVE THE MONTHLY INVESTMENT REPORT FOR AUGUST 2024 By motion, received and approved the Monthly Investment Report for August 2024. (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent - None)
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B. APPROVAL OF DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR WITHDRAWALS DURING THE MONTH OF AUGUST 2024
By motion, approved the Disbursement Report for August 2024. (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent - None)
C. REVIEW CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM AND REESTABLISH
APPROPRIATIONS FOR CONTINUING PROJECTS
Adopted Resolution No. 111-2024 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 BUDGET.” (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
D. LIBRARY RENOVATION FUNDING RESOLUTION
Adopted Resolution No. 112-2024 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT OF UP TO $250,000
TO THE SONOMA COUNTY LIBRARY IN SUPPORT OF THE HEALDSBURG LIBRARY RENOVATION PROJECT.” (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent – None) E. AGREEMENT WITH DEVELOPMENT GROUP INC. FOR NETWORK SYSTEMS
EQUIPMENT AND INSTALLATION AT FIRE SUBSTATION
Adopted Resolution No. 113-2024 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A PURCHASE AGREEMENT WITH DEVELOPMENT GROUP, INC., IN THE AMOUNT OF $97,570.86 FOR FIRE SUBSTATION NETWORK SYSTEMS EQUIPMENT AND INSTALLATION.” (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent – None) F. CREATION OF AN ARTS AND CULTURE COMMISSION
Adopted Ordinance No. 1242 titled, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG AMENDING CHAPTER 2.32 OF TITLE 2 OF THE
HEALDSBURG MUNICIPAL CODE (BOARDS, COMMITTEES AND COMMISSIONS) TO ADD AN ARTS AND CULTURE COMMISSION.” (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent – None) Adopted Resolution No. 114-2024 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG ESTABLISHING THE COMPOSITION AND
QUALIFICATIONS, APPOINTMENT TERMS, POWERS AND DUTIES, AND
MEETING PROTOCOLS OF THE ARTS AND CULTURE COMMISSION PURSUANT TO ARTICLE III OF CHAPTER 2.32 OF THE HEALDSBURG MUNICIPAL CODE.” (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
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G. ORDINANCE AMENDING HEALDSBURG MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 10
RELATED TO VEHICLES
Adopted Ordinance No. 1243 titled, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG REPEALING AND REPLACING TITLE 10 OF THE HEALDSBURG MUNICIPAL CODE RELATED TO VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC.” (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
Adopted Resolution No. 115-2024 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 30-2010 IN ITS ENTIRETY; REPEAL ANY OTHER CONFLICTING RESOLUTIONS PREVIOUSLY ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL RELATING TO PARKING FINES; AND
ESTABLISHING FINES FOR VIOLATIONS OF THE PARKING SECTIONS OF THE CALIFORNIA VEHICLE CODE AND TITLE 10 OF THE HEALDSBURG MUNICIPAL CODE.” (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
H. PURCHASE OF REPLACEMENT ELECTRIC LINE TRUCKS
Adopted Resolution No. 116-2024 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG A APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF AN ALTEC D3050E DIGGER DERRICK ELECTRIC LINE TRUCK AND AN ALTEC MODEL AM60E DOUBLE BUCKET TRUCK, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE PURCHASE ORDER WITH ALTEC INDUSTRIES INC. IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $1,012,477.” (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent – None) I. PURCHASE OF PIERCE TYPE I PUMP ENGINE
Adopted Resolution No. 117-2024 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF A PIERCE ENFORCER TYPE 1 ENGINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,296,447.80, AUTHORIZING
THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE PURCHASE AGREEMENT WITH
GOLDEN STATE FIRE APPARATUS ON BEHALF OF THE CITY, AND AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 ADOPTED BUDGET.” (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent – None) J. PROCUREMENT OF VEHICLES AND EQUIPMENT
Adopted Resolution No. 118-2024 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF TWO (2) 2024 FORD F-150 LIGHTNING PRO PICKUP TRUCKS FROM THE FORD STORE SAN LEANDRO FOR $153,567; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE PURCHASE ORDER CONTRACT WITH FORD STORE SAN LEANDRO; AND AMENDING THE ADOPTED BUDGET FOR FY 24-25.” (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent – None) City Council/RSA Regular Meeting Minutes
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K. DECLARING VEHICLES AND EQUIPMENT SURPLUS
Adopted Resolution No. 119-2024 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG DECLARING VARIOUS VEHICLES AND EQUIPMENT AS SURPLUS.” (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
The motion to approve the Consent Calendar as above carried on a unanimous roll call vote. (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
None.
OLD BUSINESS
None.
NEW BUSINESS – ADOPTION OF UPDATED EMERGENCY OPERATION PLAN Emergency Response Coordinator, Kelsey Carreiro, stated the action this evening was to adopt the updated Emergency Operation Plan (EOP). Coordinator Carreiro provided information on what an EOP is, the levels of planning included in the EOP, explained the process for updating the EOP and the six components included in the EOP. Coordinator Coarreito further reviewed the identified hazards in the plan, the updates made to the EOP, highlighted the specific annexes within the EOP that address hazard related incidents and offered an update on the current status of the emergency management program.
In response to Councilmember inquiries, Coordinator Carreiro provided information on the current and future use of social media platforms and emphasized the importance of residents planning for multiple evacuation routes to ensure preparedness in the event of an emergency.
Coordinator Carreiro further provided information on recent improvements over the last couple years, including technology upgrades to the Emergency Operations Center (EOC), the development of several new plans and ongoing staff training.
Public Comment
Cathy Waterbury inquired if emergency checklist printouts can be made available at Senior Center or Community Center.
On a motion by Vice Mayor Mitchell, seconded by Councilmember Kelley, adopted Resolution No. 120-2024, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
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EMERGENCY OPERATIONS PLAN.” The motion carried on a unanimous roll call vote. (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent 0)
NEW BUSINESS – PRESENTATION OF THE DRAFT HEALDSBURG ACTIVE
TRANSPORTATION PLAN
Public Works Director Zimmer introduced Michael Harrigan, Project Manager for the City of Healdsburg who has been overseeing this project and Erin Ferguson, Consultant with Fehr & Peers who has been assisting the City with the project. Director Zimmer reviewed the recommended action for the evening, reviewed the agenda of items being covered and noted the new plan will replace the City’s existing bike and pedestrian (PED) plan and outlined the purpose and intended use of the updated plan.
Erin Ferguson, Consultant, provided information on the purpose, scope, vision and objectives of the Active Transportation Plan (ATP). Ms. Ferguson further reviewed the different categories of bike riders, discussed themes that align with industry best practices, presented existing bike facilities and sidewalk gaps that exist in Healdsburg and summarized the outreach efforts, conducted on the ATP.
Project Manager Harrigan shared the role of the Active Transportation Advisory Committee in the development of the ATP and shared project prioritization criteria and project prioritization results of the ATP. Manager Harrigan further reviewed proposed bikes lanes, buffered bike lanes, separated bike lanes, and proposed multi-use paths on specific streets.
Director Zimmer reviewed the list of proposed policies included in the ATP, presented a map of sidewalk and crossing improvements, provided details about different bike facility types and presented proposed Class III bike routes and bike boulevards for specific streets, as well as potential strategies for enhancing bike lanes by removing parking.
Additionally, Director Zimmer presented a map showing both existing and planned bike facilities, discussed other activities outside the scope of the ATP, outlined current funding sources available to support active transportation projects and noted the necessary monitoring required for the ATP.
Manager Harrigan noted the next steps for the ATP.
In response to Councilmember inquiries, Director Zimmer provided information on the database that is maintained for sidewalk issues, explained that vegetation on sidewalks is trimmed based on resident complaints and clarified that the addition of bike paths and boulevards will address potholes, with a general cost outlined in the ATP. Director Zimmer further reviewed the grant funding available, explained that the Complete Streets project will include a combination of protected and separated bike lanes and noted a new law recently passed that restricts parking at corners, which could improve visibility for pedestrians and cyclists.
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Additionally, Director Zimmer provided information on potential community outreach opportunities, emphasized the City's ongoing efforts to secure grant funding and mentioned that future opportunities would allow for evaluation of projects and alignment with available grants.
City Manager Kay clarified that a significant amount of funding is being directed towards a small number of complex transportation projects over the next few years.
Director Zimmer reviewed information on sidewalk standards. Principal Engineer Bates clarified street parking requirements, when bike lanes are required and the standard width of sidewalks.
Director Zimmer reinforced the sidewalk standards and provided information on adding or replacing sidewalks when existing infrastructure is in place. Project Manager Harrigan, Consultant Ferguson and Dana from SCTA provided information on participation at community events. Director Zimmer further provided an update about the SMART section of the Foss Creek Pathway and confirmed SMART will develop a Class I pathway along the Foss Creek Pathway North, should they receive grant funding.
Public Comment
Stephanie Turk, Active Transportation Committee Member, reflected on the vision of the Active Transportation Plan (ATP) to create streets that are accessible and safe for everyone. Ms. Turk acknowledged the challenges posed by on-street parking, emphasized the need for these spaces to be shared and discussed the connection between the ATP and Measure O.
Judy Fujita expressed concerns that the ATP does not fully incorporate the active transportation goals already approved by the Council as part of the Climate Mobilization Strategy and listed specific projects that should be prioritized.
John Dilworth shared his experiences cycling and the dangers posed by cars, expressed interest in cycling more frequently if a dedicated bike path were available and highlighted that Enso Village is home to many active residents, but there is no clear pathway for walking. Mr.
Dilworth urged the Council to expedite solutions to address these issues.
Randy Johnson reflected on MOVE Healdsburg’s group rides with local residents, noting concerns about dangerous roads that have discouraged people from participating in future group rides.
Brian Gaegan expressed his support for the ATP, emphasized the potential benefits the ATP will bring to the community and how it aligns with the goals outlined in the Climate Mobilization Strategy.
Doug Lyle reflected on cycling in Healdsburg and expressed concerns about vehicle traffic, between the roundabout and Piper Street, acknowledged parking issues and suggested that parking lots could accommodate vehicles if on-street parking were removed.
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Emily Sharton Sonoma County Bicycle Coalition, thanked Council for creating the Active Transportation Committee, stressed the importance of a connected and safe bike network for all users, expressed concerns about the number of Class III bike routes in the ATP, highlighted quick-build projects, incorporating specific language about adding more bike parking downtown and urged the Council to utilize this approach.
Cathy Waterbury inquired about bike lanes at the Roundabout and suggested the installation of flashing lights to improve safety.
Ty Benoit reflected on cycling in Healdsburg, urged the Council to consider all aspects of the ATP, voiced support for removing on-street parking and, on behalf of Climate Action Healdsburg, read aloud a letter advocating for the integration of ATP implementation into the broader CMS.
Mark McMullen inquired whether the ATP would be incorporated into the General Plan when it is circulated, expressed concerns that the ATP does not adequately address how improvements will integrate with existing public transit options, bike parking, traffic calming measures, or the SMART train, and urged the Council to consider these needs.
Sayshen Holden expressed support for continuous bike connections from North to South and East to West, commented that bike lanes signal that bikes belong on the road and stated that implementing the ATP would be a significant step forward in achieving the CMS goals.
Richard Burg expressed excitement about the ATP, urged the Council to consider speed bumps to reduce traffic speed, inquired about extending signal timers for pedestrians at signalized intersections, raised concerns about obstructions along the sidewalks, noted that the bike facility slides did not feature green paint and asked how the city plans to fund these projects.
Council Comments
Councilmember Edwards expressed support for the ATP, acknowledged the challenge of adapting an older city to accommodate new regulations and modes of transportation and expressed concerns about on-street parking and a need to rethink how it can be better utilized.
Councilmember Kelley thanked the public for their participation, encouraged staff to follow the consultants' recommendation to update sidewalk standards to 6-foot sidewalks and advocated for more buffered bike lanes. Councilmember Kelley expressed concern about moving away from protected Class I lanes along the Foss Creek Pathway and emphasized the importance of extending the Foss Creek Pathway further north. Councilmember Kelley inquired how the City could add more bike parking in downtown Healdsburg, the cost for additional bike racks, the Route 67 Shuttle, the definition of high injury network segments, what kinds of injuries are included in the network, how the high injury network segment in Healdsburg could be improved and conducting more outreach to the Spanish speaking community.
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Councilmember Herrod thanked the public for their comments and encouraged residents to continue sharing their thoughts through emails and to actively participate in the collaborative process as the City moves closer to adoption of the ATP. Councilmember Herrod expressed his support for Councilmember Kelley's comments to extend the Foss Creek Pathway all the way north and expressed support for implementing traffic calming measures. Councilmember Herrod inquired if the Transportation Committee discussed parklets as they relate to bike safety and suggested that staff revisit the parklet topic. Additionally, Councilmember Herrod encouraged implementing SMART goals where applicable and noted that the ATP should be integrated into the General Plan.
Vice Mayor Mitchell thanked the public for their valuable comments, expressed excitement about seeing the prioritization of projects and emphasized that the City should approach them in a way similar to how CMS was implemented—balancing long-term goals while also addressing smaller projects and was in favor of seeing the ATP move forward.
Mayor Hagele reflected on the City’s progress, highlighting the increased connectivity and expressing enthusiasm for what is coming, acknowledged the ongoing need for cars and commuting and encouraged safer bikes lanes and increased bike parking to promote greater cycling throughout the City. Mayor Hagele inquired about the Bird bike data being collected.
Additionally, Mayor Hagele commented on the connection between on-street parking and the demand for housing, noting that many homes are occupied by multiple people, leading to more cars than the house was originally designed to accommodate and expressed appreciation for the prioritization of projects into three tiers.
Director Zimmer summarized some of the feedback he heard, noted the SMART goals are not currently intended to be included in the ATP unless the Council decides otherwise and if there is consensus from the Council to move forward with updating sidewalk standards, staff can proceed but will need to bring the matter back to the Council to allow time for staff to determine how to implement the changes effectively.
Discussion ensued regarding sidewalk standards, including the consultant’s methodology behind the 6-foot recommendation and how to implement this potential change while considering the challenges posed by older neighborhoods.
City Manager Kay recommended that staff bring the discussion of sidewalk standards back to the Council at a future meeting.
Vice Mayor Mitchell clarified her thoughts around prioritizing projects in the ATP.
Councilmember Kelley expressed similar sentiments with Mayor Hagele on incorporating bike share data into the ATP.
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Following a brief discussion by Council, there was Council majority to maintain the sidewalk standard at five feet.
COUNCIL REPORTS ON MATTERS OF INTEREST OCCURRING SINCE PREVIOUS
REGULAR MEETING/EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENT REPORTS
Councilmember Herrod reported that he attended the Chamber of Commerce Board Meeting and Sunrise Rotary and provided Council updates, attended the Foss Creek Clean Up, the Healdsburg Center for the Arts, Arts Festival in the Plaza, True West Film Center groundbreaking, YWCA Childcare ribbon cutting Event, NCPA Conference, and the Chamber of Commerce Outreach Walk.
Councilmember Kelley reported she attended a Los Cien event at Sonoma State University and the Reach for Home Gala in Alexander Valley.
Vice Mayor Mitchell reported she attended the YWCA Childcare ribbon cutting event, True West Film Center groundbreaking, Chamber of Commerce Outreach Walk, Dovetail Art Gallery opening, Reach for Home Gala, and the Council Forum.
Councilmember Edwards reported he attended an event with James Gore and the Sonoma County Water Agency, announced an upcoming drug take back event with the Russian River Watershed Association and attended a celebration at the Senior Center.
Mayor Hagele reported he met with Jim Heid, attended the NCPA Conference, True West Film Center groundbreaking, Healdsburg City Hall Tour with 3rd Graders, Good Morning Healdsburg, and the Design Healdsburg ribbon cutting at SkLO Studio.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
None.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further City Council/Redevelopment Successor Agency business to discuss, the meeting was adjourned at approximately 9:30 p.m.
APPROVED: ATTEST:
_________________________________ __________________________________ David Hagele, Mayor Raina Allan, City Clerk