Healdsburg City Council
February 3, 2025

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Packet Pg. 129 Attachment: Measure H County Ordinance (4741 : Measure H Funding Agreement) strength of the firefighting system, while improving recruitment and retention of firefighters countywide.

The Measure would also increase capacity for local fire prevention efforts like vegetation management.

The Sonoma County Fire Prevention and Response Measure would include fiscal accountability protections including representation from Fire Districts Association, Fire Chiefs Association, Taxpayers Association, Board of Supervisors Nominees, City Mayors' and Councilmembers' Association Nominees, Citizen at Large and Labor. A mandatory oversight committee would be required, and all measure funding would be required to stay local and no funding could be taken away by the State or reallocated for purposes other than those specified in this measure.

SECTION 3. Improved and Enhanced Local Fire Protection, Paramedic Services and Disaster Response Initiative.

Article VIII is added to Chapter 12 of the Sonoma County Code as follows:

Article VIII - The Improved and Enhanced Local Fire Protection, Paramedic Services and Disaster Response Transactions and Use Tax Ordinance.

Section 12-60. TITLE.

This Ordinance shall be known, and may be cited, as the "Improved and Enhanced Local Fire Protection, Paramedic Services and Disaster Res:Qonse Transactions and Use Tax Ordinance," and may hereinafter be referred to as the "Ordinance." The County of Sonoma hereinafter shall be called the "County." This Ordinance shall be applicable in the incorporated and unincorporated territory of the County.

Section 12-61. SEPARATE SECTION WITH TRUE AND IMPARTIAL

STATEMENT OF FACTS IDENTIFYING THE TAX AND SPECIFIC
LIMITATIONS ON HOW THE REVENUE CAN BE SPENT.

If approved by a simple majority of County voters, this Ordinance enacts a retail transactions and use tax in Sonoma County at the rate of one half of a cent per dollar ($0.005) to be used only for the purposes set forth in section 12-66, including, but not limited to, wildfire prevention, preparedness, emergency response and vegetation management; recruitment and retention of local firefighters; updates to essential equipment and facilities; transfer of funds among designated local agencies or entities; implementation costs; and countywide expenditures. The Expenditure Plan set forth in section 12-66 is intended as a specific and legally binding and enforceable limitation on how the proceeds of the transactions and use tax imposed by this Ordinance may be spent. The revenues collected as a result of this tax may not be used for any purposes not specifically identified in this Ordinance.

Section 12-62. IMPLEMENTATION OF IMPROVED AND ENHANCED LOCAL

FIRE PROTECTION, PARAMEDIC SERVICES AND DISASTER RESPONSE

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Packet Pg. 130 Attachment: Measure H County Ordinance (4741 : Measure H Funding Agreement) TRANSACTIONS AND USE TAX ORDINANCE; COMPLIANCE WITH STATE LAW.

A. Effective Date; Operative Date. This chapter shall be effective ten (10) days after certification by the Board of Supervisors of the returns of the election indicating approval by a majority of the voters voting in the election of the measure enacting this chapter. The transactions (sales) and use tax imposed hereunder shall oe operative the first day of the first calendar quarter commencing more tlian one hundred ten ( 110) days after the adoption of this chapter ("Operative Date"). The operative date for the transactions (sales) and use tax imposed hereunder shall be on October 1, 2024.

B. Purpose.

1. This Ordinance is adopted to achieve the followin_g and directs that the provisions hereof be interpreted in order to accomplish those purposes:
a. To adopt a retail transactions and use tax ordinance within the County in the amount of one-half of a cent per dollar as provided herein for the specific purpose of generating funds to be deposited into the Improved and Enhanced Local Fire Protection, Paramedic Services and Disaster Response Transactions and Use Tax Account that may only be used for the purposes specified herein, including, but not limited to, wildfire prevention, preparedness, emergency response and vegetation management; recruitment and retention of local firefighters; updates to essential equipment and facilities; transfer of funds among designated local ag_enc1es or entities; implementation costs; and countywide expenditures.
b. To impose a retail transactions and use tax in accordance with the provisions of Part 1.6 ( commencing with section 7251) of Division 2 of the Revenue and Taxation Code and section 7285.5 of Part 1.7 of Division 2 which authorizes the County to adopt this tax Ordinance provided that a majority of the electors voting on the measure vote to approve the imposition of the tax at an election called for that purpose. c. To adopt a retail transactions and use tax ordinance that incorporates provisions identical to those of the Sales and Use Tax Law of tlie State of California insofar as those provisions are not inconsistent with the requirements and limitations contained in Part 1.6 of Division 2 of the Revenue and Taxation Code.
d. To adopt a retail transactions and use tax ordinance that imposes a tax and provides a measure therefor that can be administered and collected by the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration in a manner that adapts itself as fully as practicable to, and requires the least possible deviation from, the existing statutory and administrative procedures followed by the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration in administering and collecting the California State Sales and Use Taxes.
e. To adopt a retail transactions and use tax ordinance that can be administered in a manner that will be, to the greatest degree possible, consistent with the provisions of Part 1.6 of Division 2 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, minimize the cost of collecting the transactions and use taxes, and at the same time, minimize the burden of record keeping

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Packet Pg. 131 Attachment: Measure H County Ordinance (4741 : Measure H Funding Agreement) upon persons subject to taxation under the provisions of this Ordinance.
f. To establish a local funding source for wildfire prevention, preparedness, emergency response and vegetation management, recruitment and retention of local firefighters, updates to essential equipment and facilities, transfer of funds among designated local agencies or entities, im2lementation costs, and countywide expenditures, provided by the County of Sonoma and the fire agencies throughout the incorporated and unincorporated territory of tlie County, in accordance with section 12-66.
g. To increase the appropriations limit for the County to ensure that the proceeds of the proposed special tax may be expended for their intended purposes.
h. To authorize issuance of limited tax bonds to finance projects in accordance with section 12-63.

C. Contract With State. Prior to the Operative Date, the County shall contract with the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration to perform all functions incident to the administration and operation of this transactions and use tax Ordinance; provided, that if the County shall not have contracted with the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration prior to the Operative Date, it shall nevertheless so contract and in such a case the Operative Date shall be the first day of the first calendar quarter following the execution of such a contract.

D. Transactions (Sales) Tax. For the privilege of selling tangible personal pro_perty at retail, a tax is hereby imposed upon all retailers in the incorporated and unincorporated territory of the County at the rate of one half of one percent (1/2%) of the gross receipts of any retailer from the sale of all tangible personal pro_perty sold at retail in said territory on and after the operative date of this Ordinance.

E. Use Tax. An excise tax is hereby imposed on the storage, use or other consumption in the County of tangible personal property purchased from any retailer on and after the operative date of this Ordinance for storage, use or other consumption in said territory at the rate of one half of one J?ercent (1/2%) of the sales price of the property. The sales price shall include delivery charges when such charges are subject to state sales or use tax regardless of the place to which delivery is made.

F. Deposit Into Special Account. The County Administrator, County AuditorController-Tax Collector, and/ or Finance Department shall establish an Improved and Enhanced Local Fire Protection, Paramedic Services and Disaster Response Transactions and Use Tax Account and all retail transactions and use proceeds generated by this Ordinance shall be deposited by the County Administrator, County Auditor-Controller-Tax Collector, and/or Finance Department into the Improved and Enhanced Local Fire Protection, Paramedic Services and Disaster Response Transactions and Use Tax Account. Such proceeds shall only be used for the specific purposes and allocations identified in section 12-66.

G. Place Of Sale. For the purposes of this Ordinance, all retail sales are consummated at the place of business of the retailer unless the tangible personal

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Packet Pg. 132 Attachment: Measure H County Ordinance (4741 : Measure H Funding Agreement) property sold is delivered by the retailer or his agent to an out-of-state destination or to a common carrier for delivery to an out-of-state destination. The gross receipts from such sales shall include delivery charges, when such charges are subject to the state sales and use tax, regardless of the place to which delivery is made. In the event a retailer has no permanent place of business in the State or has more than one place of business, the place or places at which the retail sales are consummated shall be determined under rules and regulations to be prescribed and adopted by the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration.

H. Adoption Of Provisions Of State Law. Except as otherwise provided in this Ordinance and except insofar as the_y are inconsistent with the provisions of Part

1.6 of Division 2 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, all of the provisions of Part 1 (commencing with section 6001) of Division 2 of the Revenue and Taxation Code are hereby adopted and made a part of this Ordinance as though fully set forth herein.

I. Limitations On Adoption Of State Law And Collection Of Use Taxes. In adopting the provisions of Part 1 of Division 2 of the Revenue and Taxation Code:

1. Wherever the State of California is named or referred to as the taxing agency, the name of this County shall be substituted therefor. However, the substitution shall not be made when:
a. The word "State" is used as a part of the title of the State Controller, State Treasurer, State Treasury, or the Constitution of the State of California;
b. The result of that substitution would require action to be taken by or against this County or any agency, officer, or employee thereof rather than by or against the California Department of Tax and Fee Administrat10n, in performing the functions incident to the administration or operation of this Ordinance.
c. In those sections, including, but not necessarily limited to sections referring to the exterior boundaries of the State of California, where the result of the substitution would be to:

1. Provide an exemption from this tax with respect to certain sales, storage, use or other consumption of tangible personal property which would not otherwise be exempt from this tax while such sales, storage, use or other consumption remain subject to tax by the State under the provisions of Part 1 of Division 2 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, or;

11. Impose this tax with respect to certain sales, storage, use or other consumption of tangible personal property which would not be subject to tax by the state under the said provision of that code. d. In sections 6701, 6702 (except in the last sentence thereof), 6711, 6715, 6737, 6797 or 6828 of the Revenue and Taxation Code.

2. The word "County" shall be substituted for the word "State" in the phrase "retailer engaged in business in this State" in section 6203 and in the definition of that phrase in section 6203.
a. "A retailer engaged in business in the County" shall also include any retailer that, in the preceding calendar year or the current calendar year, has total combined sales of tangible personal property in this State

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Packet Pg. 133 Attachment: Measure H County Ordinance (4741 : Measure H Funding Agreement) or for delivery in the State by the retailer and all persons related to the retailer that exceeds five hundred thousand dollars ($500,000). For purposes of this section, a person is related to another person if both persons are related to each other pursuant to section 267(b) of Title 26 of the United States Code and the regulations thereunder.

J. Permit Not Required. If a seller's permit has been issued to a retailer under section 6067 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, an additional transactor's permit shall not be required by this Ordinance.

K. Exemptions And Exclusions.

1. There shall be excluded from the measure of the transactions tax and the use tax the amount of any sales tax or use tax imposed by the State of California or by any city, city and county, or county pursuant to the Bradley-Burns Uniform Local Sales and Use Tax Law or the amount of any state-administered transactions or use tax.

2. There are exempted from the computation of the amount of transactions tax the gross receipts from:
a. Sales of tangible personal property, other than fuel or petroleum products, to operators of aircraft to be used or consumed principally outside the County in which the sale is made and directly and exclusively in the use of such aircraft as common carriers of persons or property under the authority of the laws of this State, the United States, or any foreign government.
b. Sales of pro_perty to be used outside the County which is shipped to a point outside the County, pursuant to the contract of sale, by delivery to such point by the retailer or his agent, or by delivery by the retailer to a carrier for shi_pment to a consignee at such point. For the purposes of this paragraph, delivery to a point outside the County shall be satisfied:

1. With respect to vehicles (other than commercial vehicles) subject to registration pursuant to Chapter 1 (commencing with section 4000) of Division 3 of the Vehicle Code, aircraft licensed in compliance with section 21411 of the Public Utilities Code, and undocumented vessels registered under Division 3.5 (commencing with section 9840) of the Vehicle Code by registration to an out-of-County address and by a declaration under I?enalty of perjury, signed by the buyer, stating that such address is, in fact, his or her principal place of residence; and
ii. With respect to commercial vehicles, by registration to a place of business out-of-County and declaration under penalty of perjury, signed by the buyer, that the vehicle will be operated from that address.
c. The sale of tangible personal property if the seller is obligated to furnish the property for a fixed price pursuant to a contract entered into prior to the operative date of this Ordinance.
d. A lease of tangible personal property which is a continuing sale of such property, for any period of time for which the lessor is obligated

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Packet Pg. 134 Attachment: Measure H County Ordinance (4741 : Measure H Funding Agreement) to lease the property for an amount fixed by the lease prior to the operative date of this Ordinance.
e. For the purposes of subparagraphs (3) and ( 4) of this section, the sale or lease of tangible personal property shall be deemed not to be obligated pursuant to a contract or lease for any period of time for. which any party to the contract or lease has the unconditional right to terminate the contract or lease upon notice, whether or not such right is exercised.

3. There are exempted from the use tax imposed by this Ordinance, the storage, use or other consumption in this County of tangible personal property:
a. The gross receipts from the sale of which have been subject to a transactions tax under any state-administered transactions and use tax ordinance.
b. Other than fuel or petroleum products purchased by operators of aircraft and used or consumed by such operators directly and exclusively in the use of such aircraft as common carriers of persons or property for hire or compensation under a certificate of public convenience and necessity issued pursuant to the laws of tliis State, the United States, or any foreign government. This exemption is in addition to the exemptions provided in sections 6366 and 6366.1 of the Revenue and Taxation Code of the State of California. c. If the purchaser is obligated to purchase the property for a fixed price pursuant to a contract entered into prior to the operative date of this Ordinance.
d. If the possession of, or the exercise of any right or power over, the tangible personal property arises under a lease which is a continuing purchase of such property for any period of time for which the lessee is obligated to lease the property for an amount fixed by a lease prior to the operative date of this Ordinance.
e. For the purposes of subparagraphs (3) and ( 4) of this section, storage, use, or other consumption, or possession of, or exercise of any right or _power over, tangible personal property shall be deemed not to be obligated pursuant to a contract or lease for any period of time for which any party to the contract or lease has the unconditional right to terminate the contract or lease upon notice, whether or not such right is exercised.
f. Except as provided in subparagraph (7), a retailer engaged in business in the County shall not be required to collect use tax from the _purchaser of tangible personal property, unless the retailer ships or delivers the property into the County or participates within the County in making the sale of the property, including, but not limited to, soliciting or receiving the order, either directly or indirectly, at a place of business of the retailer in the County or through any representative, agent, canvasser, solicitor, subsidiary, or person in the County under the authority of the retailer.
g. "A retailer engaged in business in the County" shall also include any retailer of any of the following: vehicles subject to registration pursuant to Chapter 1 (commencing with section 4000) of Division 3 of the Vehicle Code, aircraft licensed in compliance with section

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Packet Pg. 135 Attachment: Measure H County Ordinance (4741 : Measure H Funding Agreement) 21411 of the Public Utilities Code, or undocumented vessels registered under Division 3.5 (commencing with section 9840) of the Vehicle Code. That retailer shall be required to collect use tax from any purchaser who registers or licenses the vehicle, vessel, or aircraft at an address in the County.

4. Any person subject to use tax under this Ordinance may credit against that tax any transactions tax or reimbursement for transactions tax paid to a district imposing, or retailer liable for a transactions tax pursuant to Part

1.6 of Division 2 of the Revenue and Taxation Code with respect to the sale to the J?erson of the property the storage, use or other consumption of which 1s subject to the use tax.

L. Amendments. All amendments subsequent to the effective date of this Ordinance to Part 1 of Division 2 of the Revenue and Taxation Code relating to sales and use taxes and which are not inconsistent with Part 1.6 and Part 1.7 of Division 2 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, and all amendments to Part 1.6 and Part 1. 7 of Division 2 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, shall automatically become a part of this Ordinance, provided however, that no such amendment shall operate so as to affect the rate of tax imposed by this Ordinance.

M. Enjoining Collection Forbidden. No injunction or writ of mandate or other legal or equitable process shall issue in any suit, action or proceeding in any court against the State or the County, or against any officer of the State or the County, to J:Jrevent or enjoin the collection under this Ordinance, or Part 1.6 of Division 2 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, of any tax or any amount of tax required to be collected.

N. Compliance with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Pursuant to the State CEQA Guidelines section 15378(b )( 4 ), adoption of this transaction and use tax Ordinance and Expenditure Plan is not a project subject to the requirements of CEQA. Prior to commencement of any project included in the Expenditure Plan, any necessary environmental review required by CEQA shall be completed. Estimated costs in the Expenditure Plan include the cost of such environmental review.

Section 12-63. ESTABLISHMENT OF BONDING AUTHORITY.

The cities and fire agencies are authorized to issue bonds for the purposes of advancing the commencement of or expediting the delivery of programs or projects in accordance with the Expenditure Plan set forth in section 12-66.

Pursuant to Government Code sections 55800 et seq., or any successor statute, the cities and fire agencies may issue limited tax bonds, from time to time, secured by and payable from all or any portion of the transactions and use tax imposed by this Ordinance to finance any program or project in the Expenditure Plan. The maximum bonded indebtedness, including issuance costs, interest, reserve requirements, and bond insurance, if any, shall not exceed the total amount of the proceeds anticipated to be collected by the imposition of this transactions and use tax. All costs associated with the issuance of such bonds shall be accounted for within the program category in which the bond proceeds are used. The bonds may be issuea any time throughout the duration of this tax.

Nothing herein shall limit or restrict in any way the power and authority of the

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Packet Pg. 136 Attachment: Measure H County Ordinance (4741 : Measure H Funding Agreement) County, the cities or any fire suppression agency to issue bonds, notes or other obligations, to enter into loan agreements, leases, reimbursement agreements, standby bond purchase agreements or derivative contracts or to engage in any other transact10n under the Government Code or any other law.

Section 12-64. APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT.

The appropriations limit for the County shall be increased for the maximum Qeriod permitted by law (four years) to allow for the use of all proceeds raised by the special tax imposed by this Ordinance.

Section 12-65. MAINTENANCE OF EFFORT REQUIREMENT.

The proceeds from this Ordinance shall not be used to sup_plant an agency's historical general fund(s) contribution originating from ad valorem property taxes, parcel taxes, or any other taxes and/ or fees, in support of the operating (non-capital project or limited term expenses) cost for providing its fire related services. The baseline for maintenance of effort purposes will be set as the amount that each agency has for their baseline operating budget (not including limited term funds such as capital projects, grants, grant matches, or other onetime revenues) for fiscal year 2021-2022. If the proportional allocation provided to any agency is materially different than the same proportion allocated in fiscal year 2021-2022, then the jurisdiction, whether County, City of special district, which provides funding shall be deemed to not have upheld maintenance of effort, and will violate this section.

Section 12-66. EXPENDITURE PLAN.

A. Statement of Intent. The fundamental principle guiding this Expenditure Plan is to provide more efficient, effective, and sustainable emergency response, and wildfire prevention capabilities that protect the health and safety of the public in Sonoma County. To achieve this goal, a sub-committee of the Sonoma County Fire Chiefs developed a plan that looks beyond established boundaries to protect the public's safety. The ensuing Deployment Plan, which is the basis of this Expenditure Plan, was informed by NFPA 1710/1720 National Standards, as well an analysis of population density, call volumes, station coverage response times, special hazard areas, and local knowledge and was developed to provide a longterm framework for planning, funding, and implementing enhanced fire and wildfire capabilities within Sonoma County. The goals of this Expenditure Plan embody the lessons learned from the October 2017 fires (Tubbs, Nuns and Pocket fires), 2019 fires (Kincade fire), and 2020 fires (Walbridge and Glass fires) and several hundred years of experience of the local Fire Chiefs and firefighters that informed this Expenditure Plan. The Sonoma County Fire Chiefs Association is in support of this Ordinance as it has been developed through the guidance and input of all Sonoma County fire agencies and will provide sustainable funding for effective and efficient regional fire response and preparedness services throughout Sonoma County.

B. Purposes. The Expenditure Plan for the Improved and Enhanced Local Fire Protection, Paramedic Services and Disaster Response Transactions and Use Tax

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Packet Pg. 137 Attachment: Measure H County Ordinance (4741 : Measure H Funding Agreement) Ordinance (the "Ordinance") provides for investment into six program categories which include, but are not limited to: wildfire prevention, preparedness, emergency response and vegetation management; recruitment and retention of local firefighters; updates to essential equipment and facilities; transfer of funds among designated local agencies or entities; implementation costs; and countywide expenditures. The tax proceeds must be spent for the purposes authorized in this Expenditure Plan and may not be used for other purposes. The revenues collected from the tax shall be used only to supplement existing services and shall not be used to pay for existing operations. The percentage of tax being distributed to each Agency is set forth in section 12-66(D).

C. Permissible Use of Funds. The revenues generated by the retail transactions and use tax imposed by this Ordinance shall be allocated by Sonoma County on a quarterly basis with additional independent oversight provided by the Oversight Committee described in section 12-67 to ensure expenditures are consistent with this section. Funds shall be allocated for programs and projects that do one of the following:

1. Wildfire Prevention, Preparedness, Response, and Vegetation Management. The addition of approximately 200 firefigliters, which will provide for more efficient, effective, and sustainable fire response, paramedic services, and wildfire prevention and response capabilities that protect the health and safety of Sonoma County residents, business owners, and visitors. The sales tax will fund new regional fire inspectors and a county-wide vegetation management crew to provide enhanced vegetation management to 2revent wildfire spread throughout the county.

Local fire agencies' staff shall provide vegetation management services in their jurisdictions, including parcel inspections to ensure that property owners are complying with minimum vegetation management standards of the County of Sonoma's Abatement of Hazardous Vegetation and Combustible Material ordinance or relevant ordinance (that meets the minimum standards established by the County) within an agency's jurisdiction. The county-wide crew will perform vegetation management fire prevention services that will directly mitigate hazards, reduce fuels, reinforce evacuation routes, and construct fuel breaks.

2. Recruitment and Retention of Local Firefighters. As described above, the sales tax will provide support for a_pproximately 200 additional firefighters throughout the county to protect the public's health and safety. The enhanced level of service will fund qualified firefighters and paramedics to provide wildfire suppression, emergency response, and vegetation management fire prevention services. In addition, the sales tax will go to certain fire agencies that have specific challenges recruiting and retaining full-time firefighters.

3. Update Essential Equipment and Facilities. The agencies that provide fire suppression services are authorized upon the approval of their respective legislative bodies, to use their allocation of tax proceeds to bond for the purpose of improving and/ or replacing fire facilities, equipment and/ or apparatus to increase the capacity of their respective fire suppression agencies to respond to the fire suppression and fire prevention needs of their respective communities including equipment and facilities upgrades, construction and/ or acquisition. An agency with municipal fire

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Packet Pg. 138 Attachment: Measure H County Ordinance (4741 : Measure H Funding Agreement) suppression services may issue limited tax bonds, from time to time, to finance any program or project in accordance with this Expenditure Plan as allowed by applicable law and as approved by their respective legislative body, and the maximum bonded indebtedness shall not exceed the projected 30-year distribution of their annual allocation.

4. Transfer of Funds Among Designated Local Agencies or Other Entities.

Local Agencies which receive funds allocated from the Improved and Enhanced Local Fire Protection, Paramedic Services and Disaster Response Transactions and Use Tax Ordinance shall be permitted to enter into an agreement with any other local agency or entity which is delivering products and/ or services which accomplish the purposes of this Ordinance.

5. Implementation Costs. In addition to the _purl?oses set forth above-l Sonoma County is permitted to allocate funds raised by the Improvea and Enhanced Local Fire Protection, Paramedic Services and Disaster Response Transactions and Use Tax Ordinance to pay for expenses incurred after the effective date of the Ordinance which relate to the implementation of the tax, including payments necessary for the operation of the Oversight Committee and Measure reporting set forth in section 12-

67. These expenses shall be accounted for, and any amount in excess of the amount allocated to the County in section 12-66(D) shall be removed from the Improved and Enhanced Local Fire Protection, Paramedic Services and Disaster Response Transactions and Use Tax Account prior to distribution of funds to agencies, as set forth in section 12-66(D).

6. Countywide Expenditures. Revenue allocated to the Sonoma County Fire Chiefs Association (SCFCA) may fund Countywide Fire Service expenses.

The types of expenses to be funded include but are not limited to:

REDCOM dispatch fees (Districts and Cities) and additional capacity to bring REDCOM to a Command Center lever of service; Lexipol fees; public and non-profit organizations that assist with Countywide vegetation management utilizing the adopted Community Wildfire Protection Plan; technologies to improve and enhanced fire protection and l?revention, paramedic services, and disaster response; Red Flag and winter storm upstaffing; Countywide recruitment and training programs; SCFCA administrative support to ensure tax measure compliance; sustainability of current County funding agreements for service provision; and potential one-time gap funding to fire agencies as determined by the SCFCA. Each funding recipient shall be required to prepare an annual report that will be provided to the SCFCA no later than the last day of the third month following the end of the fiscal year to be included in the SCFCA's annual report to the Oversight Committee.

D. Allocation of funds. The following entities will receive a percentage of Tax Allocated as follows:

Entity Percentage of Tax
City of Healdsburg 2.51%

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Packet Pg. 139 Attachment: Measure H County Ordinance (4741 : Measure H Funding Agreement) City of Petaluma 7.19%
City of Rohnert Park 5.50%
City of Santa Rosa 14.40%
City of Sebastopol 1.80%
City of Sonoma 1.18%
Cazadero Community Services District 1.14%
Cloverdale Fire Protection District (including the City 2.78% of Cloverdale) Gold Ridge Fire Protection District 2.89%
Graton Fire Protection District 1.06%
Kenwood Fire Protection District 1.87%
Monte Rio Fire Protection District 2.43%
North Sonoma Coast Fire Protection District 2.39%
Northern Sonoma County Fire Protection District 5.00%
Occidental Community Services District 1.61%
Rancho Adobe Fire Protection District (including the 3.50% City of Cotati) Schell-Vista Fire Protection District 1.20%
Sonoma County Fire District (including the Town of 6.61% Windsor) Sonoma Valley Fire District 5.20%
Timber Cove Fire Protection District 2.47%
Community Service Area 40 (Bodega) 0.13%

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Packet Pg. 140 Attachment: Measure H County Ordinance (4741 : Measure H Funding Agreement) Community Service Area 40 (Camp Meeker) 0.39%
Community Service Area 40 (Fort Ross) 0.02%
Community Service Area 40 (Lakeville) 1.97%
Community Service Area 40 (Two Rock) 0.03%
Community Service Area 40 (Valley Ford) 1.96%
Community Service Area 40 (Wilmar) 2.28%
Northern Sonoma County Fire Protection District -
Fund and manage Countywide Vegetation 5.00%
Management Crews
County of Sonoma - Fire Prevention and Haz-Mat 0.42% Division County of Sonoma Auditor - Controller - Treasurer 1.00% - Tax Collector Administrative Fee
Sonoma County Chiefs Association 14.07%
E. Allocation of remaining funds.

1. With each quarterly distribution, the entirety of funds held within the Improved and Enhanced Local Fire Protection, Paramedic Services and Disaster Response Transactions and Use Tax Account should be allocated among entities, as set forth in section 12-66(D).

2. In the event any- entity enumerated in section 12-66(D) consolidates with, or is annexed by, any other entity, the successor agency shall receive the funds allocated to the enumerated entity.

3. In the event that the entirety of funds from the Improved and Enhanced Local Fire Protection, Paramedic Services and Disaster Response Transactions and Use Tax Account cannot be distributed according to the schedule set forth in subdivision D of this section, all remaining funds shall be distributed to REDCOM.

Section 12-67. INDEPENDENT OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE AND
PERFORMANCE AUDIT.

A. Composition. The Board of Supervisors shall establish an Oversight Committee consisting of eleven appointed members to provide transparency and ensure fiscal accountability. The Committee shall review the receipt and expenditures of the revenue from the transactions and use tax, including an

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Packet Pg. 141 Attachment: Measure H County Ordinance (4741 : Measure H Funding Agreement) annual report of each Agency's use of the tax. Any written report shall be a public record.

1. All Committee members shall be independent County residents. For the purposes of this section, and "independent County resident" shall not include active fire chiefs, active fire directors, County employees, or spouses to any such individuals.

2. The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors shall appoint six Committee members to sit on the Oversight Committee. Two of the Committee members will be selected from a list of names submitted by the Mayors' and Councilmembers' Association of Sonoma County. Two of the Committee members will be selected from a list of names submitted by the labor organizations responsible for collective bargaining on behalf of active duty firefighters employed by local agencies which receive funding through this Ordinance.

3. The Sonoma County Fire Chiefs Association will appoint three Committee members. One will be selected from a list of names nominated from the general public.

4. The Sonoma County Fire Districts Association will appoint two Committee members. One will be selected from a list of names submitted by the Sonoma County Taxpayers Association.

5. Committee Members will serve a three-year term and are eligible to be reappointed by their appointing body.

B. Annual Reports. The funds collected from the Ordinance shall be received and distributed by the County Auditor-Controller-Treasurer-Tax Collector. Each agency which receives any amount from the Improved and Enhanced Local Fire Protection, Paramedic Services and Disaster Response Transactions and Use Tax Account shall prepare and distribute to the Committee, no later than the last day of the sixth month following the end of the fiscal year, an annual report which includes the amount received from the Improved and Enhanced Local Fire Protection, Paramedic Services and Disaster Response Transactions and Use Tax Account and how it was allocated. Each such report shall include as an attachment the agency's most recent annual audit, annual budget, and/or other inde_pendent financial review, if available, to the Committee. The Committee shall review all such reports on at least an annual basis. Each agency's Annual Report shall include the following information:

1. A detail of the prior fiscal year's activities related to the Improved and Enhanced Local Fire Protection, Paramedic Services and Disaster Response Transactions and Use Tax Account by providing a budget to actual report, balance sheet, and fund balance report.

2. A summary of the positions and start up, eguipment and facilities that were funded with revenue from the Improved and Enhanced Local Fire Protection, Paramedic Services and Disaster Response Transactions and Use Tax Account.

3. The specific activities that support fire prevention, including vegetation management.

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Packet Pg. 142 Attachment: Measure H County Ordinance (4741 : Measure H Funding Agreement)

4. Update on the status of facility capital improvement projects that are funded with revenue from the Improved and Enhanced Local Fire Protection, Paramedic Services and Disaster Response Transactions and Use Tax Account.

5. Demonstration of compliance with the requirements of this plan that the funds shall be used to pay for enhancing operations.

6. Any material changes in the service needs within the agency's jurisdiction or countywide.

7. Any remaining funds from allocations provided in previous years, and an explanation for proposed use of such funds.

C. Committee Authority. To preserve the integrity and independence of the oversight process, the Committee's responsibilities shall not include decision making on spending priorities, financing plans or tax rate projections or assumptions, and the Committee shall have no authority to direct, nor shall it direct, County staff or officials or fire agency staff or officials.

D. Enforcement of Committee Authority. The Committee is authorized to recommend investigation into the misuse of public funds distributed under the Improved and Enhanced Local Fire Protection, Paramedic Services and Disaster Response Transactions and Use Tax Ordinance to the California State Attorney General, Sonoma County District Attorney, or Sonoma County Grand Jury.

Section 12-68. OVERSIGHT AND ADMINISTRATION.

A. The implementation of this Ordinance will be the responsibility of the Oversight Committee who re_ports directly to the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors. The County is charged with a fiduciary duty in administering the tax proceeds in accordance with applicable laws and this Measure. Receipt of tax proceeds may be subject to appropriate terms and conditions, including, but not limited to, the right to require recipients to execute funding agreements and the right to audit recipient's use of the tax proceeds. Environmental reporting, review and approval procedures as provided for under the National Environmental Policy Act, and/ or California Environmental Quality Act, or other ap.J?licable laws will be adhered to as a prerequisite to the imJ?Iementation of any proJect. Actual tax proceeds may be higher or lower than estimated over the duration of this Measure. Funding agreements shall be reguired before any tax proceeds are distributed. Each funding agreement shall establish existing revenues used to fund existing personnel in order to establish the baseline for measuring compliance with the requirement that sales tax proceeds shall only be used to pay for additional l)ersonnel. The funding 3:greements will acknowledge that the Measure provides funding to achieve effective and efficient regional fire response services throughout Sonoma County.

B. California Department of Tax and Fee Administration Costs Payment for the costs of contracting with the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration for administration of the tax shall be the responsibility of the County. If the election is successful, the County shall be reimbursed for any fee charged by the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration from the proceeds of the tax, and any amounts in excess of the allocation to the County set

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C. The annual administrative cost borne by the County's Auditor and County Administrator staff, the Oversight Committee administrative costs and the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration, to the extent such costs are in excess of the allocation provided to the County in section 12-66(D), will be deducted from the annual proceeds from the tax before quarterly distribution to the agencies and entities enumerated in section 12-66(D ).

Section 12-69. SEVERABILITY. If any provision of this Ordinance or the apl)lication thereof to any person or circumstance is held invalid, the remainder of the Ordinance and the application of such J:)rovision to other persons or circumstances shall not be affected thereby. The County declares that it would have adopted each part of this Ordinance irrespective of the validity of any other part.

SECTION 4. Effective Date and Operative Date.

This chapter shall be effective ten (10) days after certification by the Board of Supervisors of the returns of the election indicatins approval by a majority of the voters voting in the election of the measure enacting this chapter. The operative date for the transactions (sales) and use tax imposed hereunder shall be on October 1, 2024.

SECTION 5. Severability.

If any provision of this measure, or part thereof, or the applicability of any provision or part to any person or circumstances, is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional, the remaining provisions and parts shall not be affected, but shall remain in full force and effect, and to this end the provisions and parts of this measure are severable. The People of Sonoma County hereby declare that this measure, and each portion and part, would have been adopted irres_pective of whether any one or more provisions or parts are found to be invalid or unconstitutional. The Sonoma County further declare their desire that this measure provide funding as described for wildfire prevention, preparedness, emergency response and vegetation management; recruitment and retention of local firefighters; updates to essential equipment and facilities; transfer of funds among designated local agencies or entities; implementation costs; and countywide expenditures; and that each of these vital County services are independently important of one another.

SECTION 6. Conflicting Measures.

This measure is intended to be comprehensive. It is the intent of the People of Sonoma County that, in the event this measure appears on the same ballot as one or more measures relating to the imposition of sales and use tax, the provisions of the other measure or measures shall be deemed in conflict with this

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The provisions of a conflicting measure or measures shall be deemed in conflict with this measure if such conflicting measure or measures would, after accounting for this measure's sales and use tax imposition, impose a sales and/or use tax in excess of the limits placed on the imposition of such taxes in Sonoma County by the State of California. If this measure is approved by a majority of the voters, but does not receive a greater number of affirmative votes than any other measure or measures appearing on the same ballot regarding the imposition of sales and use tax set forth herein and/ or for the purposes of funding fire protection and improvement, then this measure shall take effect to the extent not in conflict with said other measure or measures.

SECTION 7. Liberal Constitution.

This measure is an exercise of the initiative power reserved to the People of Sonoma County for funding wildfire prevention, preparedness, emergency response and vegetation management; recruitment and retention of local firefighters; updates to essential equipment and facilities; transfer of funds among designated local agencies or entities; implementation costs; and countywide expenditures; and shall be liberally construed to effectuate that purpose.

SECTION 8. Municipal Affair.

The People of Sonoma County hereby declare that, separately and together, the following purposes constitute municipal affairs: wildfire prevention, preparedness, emergency response and vegetation management; recruitment and retention oflocal firefighters; updates to essential equipment and facilities; transfer of funds among designated local agencies or entities; implementation costs; and countywide expenditures. The People of Sonoma County hereby further declare their desire for this measure to coexist with any similar tax measures adopted at the city, county or state levels.

SECTION 9. Legal Defense.

The People of the Sonoma County desire that this measure, if approved by a simple majority of voters, and thereafter challenged in court, be defended by the Sonoma County. The People of Sonoma Count)', by approving this measure by a simple majority of voters, hereby declare that the proponent(s) of this Act have a direct and personal stake in defending this measure from constitutional or statutory challenges to the measure's validity or implementation. In the event the Sonoma County fails to defend this measure, or the Sonoma County fails to apl?eal an adverse judgment against the constitutionality, statutory permissibility or implementation of this measure, in whole or in part, in any court of law, the measure's proponent(s) shall be entitled to assert his, her or their direct personal stake by defenaing the measure's validity and implementation in any court of law

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CITY OF HEALDSBURG

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 3, 2025
SUBJECT: Professional Services Agreement with Brelje and Race Consulting Engineers for Engineering Design Services for the March Avenue Reconstruction Project
PREPARED BY: Kevin Alexander, Senior Project Manager
STRATEGIC INITIATIVE(S):

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

Adopt a Resolution approving a Professional Services Agreement with Brelje and Race Consulting Engineers, in the not-to-exceed amount of $255,700.00 for engineering services for the March Avenue Reconstruction Project and authorizing the City Manager to execute the Agreements.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/OUTREACH:

As part of the design phase, notices will be mailed to adjacent properties informing them of the project, the project schedule, how to provide input, and direct contact information for the City project manager.

Prior to construction, additional notifications will be provided to the neighborhood.

BACKGROUND:

March Avenue is a primary east/west route within the City. It serves as access to schools and health care among others. The pavement has been sealed numerous times over the past 10 years and suffers from wearing and delamination of the multiple seal layers. Reconstruction of the pavement is needed. Many of the curb ramps do not comply with current standards and need upgrading. Opportunities to cross March Avenue are limited to a single crossing at Lupine Road.

Additional crossing and crossing enhancements are needed. Improvements to vehicle, bicycle, and pedestrian access along March Avenue from Healdsburg Avenue to University Street can enhance active transportation and benefit the entire community.

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Five qualified firms submitted proposals prior to the specified submittal deadline. Staff reviewed all five proposals and determined that they met the minimum submittal requirements, including scope of services, liability coverage, recommended details and submittal forms. Staff further evaluated the proposals against pre-established criteria in accordance with the request for proposals (RFP). Based on this evaluation, Brelje and Race Consulting Engineers were determined to be the most qualified to complete this work.

DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS:

Staff has reviewed Brelje and Race Consulting Engineers proposed fee of $255,700. Based on the proposed scope of services staff determined that the cost of services is reasonable.

The completed PS&E will be the basis for soliciting bids for construction of the March Avenue Roadway Reconstruction and Pedestrian Upgrades Project. Construction is anticipated to begin in late Summer of 2025.

ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP:

During construction reuse and recycling will be used to divert much of the construction waste from landfill. Additionally, project specification will require concrete and asphalt removed to be delivered to local recyclers for reuse in new paving and concrete products.

ALTERNATIVES:

Council may choose not to adopt the recommended Resolution authorizing a contract with Brelje and Race Consulting Engineers, to provide engineering design services for the March Avenue Roadway Reconstruction and Pedestrian Upgrades Project. Council may direct staff to readvertise the RFP or decide not to move forward with the project at this time. However, this would potentially jeopardize receiving $700,000 in grant funding for pedestrian upgrades.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The proposed design contract with Brelje and Race Consulting Engineers is for an amount not to exceed $255,700. In conjunction with the design contract, staff costs are estimated at about 10% of the contract value or $25,570, bringing the total cost for the design phase to $281,270.

The adopted Fiscal Year 2024-25 Budget appropriated $2,410,300 for the March Avenue Reconstruction Project ST013. The project is funded by $700,000 of “Go Sonoma” grant funding for pedestrian improvements including enhanced crossings at Lupine and Prentice, $232,685 of Measure T funding and $1,477,615 of SB1 Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation funding. The budget estimated the design of the March Avenue Roadway Reconstruction to cost $235,000.

The design phase is now estimated to cost an additional $46,270. The final construction budget is expected to be refined throughout the design process as details of the construction scope are finalized.

ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS:

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ATTACHMENT(S):

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CITY OF HEALDSBURG
RESOLUTION NO. -2025

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

HEALDSBURG APPROVING A PROFESSIONAL

SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH BRELJE AND RACE

CONSULTING ENGINEERS IN THE NOT-TO-EXCEED
AMOUNT OF $255,700 TO PROVIDE ENGINEERING

DESIGN SERVICES FOR THE MARCH AVENUE

RECONSTRUCTION AND PEDESTRIAN UPGRADE

PROJECT AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT ON THE CITY’S BEHALF
WHEREAS, March Avenue is a primary east/west route within the City and serves as access to schools and health care among others; and
WHEREAS, the pavement has been sealed numerous times over the past 10 years and suffers from wearing and delamination of the multiple seal layers and reconstruction of the pavement is needed; and
WHEREAS, many of the curb ramps do not comply with current standards and need upgrading; and
WHEREAS, opportunities to cross March Avenue are limited to a single crossing at Lupine Road and additional crossing and crossing enhancements are needed; and WHEREAS, on December 3, 2024, City staff requested proposals (RFP) from qualified consultant firms/teams with relevant experience and knowledge to prepare plans, specifications, and construction estimate (PS&E), for the March Avenue Roadway Reconstruction and Pedestrian Upgrades Project; and
WHEREAS, in response to the RFP five qualified firms submitted proposals within the specified submittal deadline; and
WHEREAS, staff reviewed and evaluated proposals confirming that each has met the minimum submittal requirements, including scope of services, liability coverage, recommended details and submittal forms and statements; and
WHEREAS, based on the evaluation Brelje and Race Consulting Engineers was determined to be the firm best suited to complete the project design; and WHEREAS, the completed PS&E will be the basis for soliciting bids for construction; and WHEREAS, the final construction budget is expected to be refined throughout the design process as details of the construction scope are finalized; and

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WHEREAS, in conjunction with the design contract, staff costs are estimated at about 10% of the contract value or $25,570, bringing the total cost for the design phase to $281,270; and WHEREAS, the recommended action does not constitute a “project” under CEQA, pursuant to Section 15378(b)(4)(5) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

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

1. Approving and authorizing the City Manager to sign a contract is not a project pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) because it can be seen with certainty that the approval constitutes a government fiscal activity that does not involve a commitment to a specific project, as well as an administrative activity, pursuant to Section 15378(b)(4)(5).

2. Approves and authorizes the City Manager to execute a Professional Services Agreement with Brelje and Race Consulting Engineers to provide engineering design services for the March Avenue Reconstruction and Pedestrian Upgrades Project for $255,700.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED, by the City Council of the City of Healdsburg this 3 rd
day of February 2025, by the following vote:

AYES: Councilmembers:

NOES: Councilmembers:

ABSENT: Councilmembers:

ABSTAINING: Councilmembers:

SO ORDERED: ATTEST:
________________________________ ____________________________________ Evelyn L. Mitchell, Mayor Raina Allan, City Clerk

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CITY OF HEALDSBURG

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 3, 2025
SUBJECT: Discussion of Potential Use(s) of Revenues Gained through the Sale of Renewable Energy Credit (RECs)
PREPARED BY: Terra Sampson, Utility Conservation Analyst STRATEGIC INITIATIVE(S):

Pursue Initiatives that Promote Environmental Stewardship Provide Effective Governance
RECOMMENDED ACTION(S):

Provide direction to City staff regarding the use(s) and project objectives for revenue gained through the sale of Renewable Energy Credits (RECs).

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/OUTREACH:

Outreach included issuing a citywide survey as well as direct outreach to community groups.

Notification of the online survey was provided within the bi-weekly City Manger’s update twice, shared multiple times through social media, passed through city and community email groups, and directly with Corazon, Climate Action Healdsburg, the Chamber of Commerce, and local Citizen Organized to Prepare for Emergencies (COPE) groups. Additionally, hard copies of the survey were made available at the City Hall, the Senior Center, and Corazon’s offices.

The City received 165 survey responses with respondents ranging in age from 18 to 65+ with the majority coming from those over 65 (56% of response from 65 and over). Over ninety percent of responses received indicated that the predominate language spoken within the home was English.

The remaining responses received indicated the predominate language as “preferred not to answer” or left this question blank.

BACKGROUND:

As a publicly owned electric utility within the State of California, the City must purchase a minimum level of certified renewable energy on behalf of the City’s electric customers. This renewable energy is certified by the Western Renewable Energy Generation Information System (WREGIS), which certifies each megawatt of energy produced from qualified renewable generation sources. This certification results in the production and transfer of Renewable Energy Credits (RECs) to the City for use in meeting state renewable portfolio standards (RPS).

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As an early adopter of renewable energy, the City of Healdsburg has accumulated 201,762 historical carryover credits for renewable energy generated between 2004 and 2010. This amount of historical carryover credits is roughly equivalent to four years of the City’s RPS requirements.

This bank of excess compliance allows the City to sell RECs to other agencies that are at risk of not meeting their RPS compliance targets. To transact in this market, the City Council approved the sale of 48,000 RECs generated during calendar years 2024 and 2025 (Resolution 151-2023).

To date the City’s Electric Department has received roughly $1.2 million in revenue and expects to receive an additional $2.0 million before the end of fiscal year 2025-26.

It is notable that, while the State’s RPS compliance program recognizes historical carryover credits, the State’s Power Content Label (an annual report mailed to all electric customers) does not recognize the use of historical carryover credits. The result is that for both calendar year 2024 and 2025, the City’s annual Power Content Label will have very low numbers of renewable energy and indicate a much higher GHG content. This change will be a reflection of the REC sales and not a change in the makeup of the City’s energy portfolio.

DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS:

Within the next 12 months the Electric Department is expected to receive a total of roughly $3.2 million that can be used to benefit City Electric customers. As there are several differing projects and programs that could be either started or completed with these funds, staff is seeking direction from Council regarding desired outcomes and potential projects that will realize those outcomes.

Community Survey
To help guide the Council, staff developed and distributed an online survey. The survey contained two main parts. The first section asked participants to rank potential outcomes and the second section asked participants to rank potential types of projects. The City received 165 online responses to the survey. The responses to the first portion of the survey, desired outcomes, are summarized below.

N/A or No
opinion
Not
necessary
Desired -
'nice to have'
Required -
must have'
Local - visible and positive
impacts on Healdsburg 2% 5% 27% 67%
Reduce Greenhouse Gas
(GHG) Emissions 3% 17% 44% 37%
Include an Equity
Component 4% 29% 45% 20%
Increase
Reliability/Resiliency 0% 4% 25% 72%
Provide Cost Savings 0% 6% 40% 54%
Leverage Additional Funding 3% 16% 58% 23%
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From the survey, the community responses favored increased system reliability/resiliency with 97% of survey respondents seeing this outcome as either required or desired. Respondents also indicated a high desire for cost savings (94% of respondents) and local projects (94% of respondents). Of the respondents, maintaining an equity component received the least support with only 65% of respondents indicated this as either required or desirable.

In addition to ranking suggested project outcomes, example types of projects that might fit one or more of these outcomes were also presented with the survey. These example projects included renewable energy and storage projects, undergrounding of utility lines, utility software allowing customers see energy usage, electrification of city facilities, and an option to suggest other projects. Of the example projects, utility undergrounding along with renewable energy and battery storage ranked the highest. Results are shown in the table below.

Favorable Response
Renewable energy and battery storage projects 67
Undergrounding projects (moving electric lines from
poles to underground) 77
Enhanced software features for utility customers (such
as customer portal with usage information, early high
bill alerts, and leak alerts)
20 Municipal electrification projects (moving City
operations from fossil fuels to electric equipment and
vehicles)
23 None of the above or Other (respondent to specify) 17 Table 2: Online survey response noting preference for example projects. Respondents were allowed to select multiple projects and/or suggest other projects.

Each respondent had the option to include additional written comments. Each comment received with the survey is included as an attachment to this staff report. As a summary, comments on desired projects and programs included a desire for additional incentives for roof top solar and electrification, need to lower utility rates, and work that lowers the risk of wildfire.

As stated above, over 90% of responses received indicated that the predominant language spoken in the household was English. Staff meet with Corazón Healdsburg to gain additional insight into the needs of Healdsburg’s Latino community. During that discussion, Corazón staff indicated that the primary need is ongoing relief with their utility bills. Secondarily, assistance with transportation, similar to Healdsburg’s DASH program, may help close a transportation gap that cannot be filled by walking or biking.

Potential Projects
From the survey responses, reliability/resiliency, cost-savings, and local projects were the most desired outcomes. To meet these outcomes, or additional outcomes identified by the City Council, staff are seeking direction from the Council on what types of projects to further explore.

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preferred. Additional information on potential uses for the REC sale revenues is provided below.

Undergrounding
City staff are finalizing construction documents for both the Grove Street and the North Healdsburg Avenue undergrounding projects. These projects were triggered by grant funding for vehicle and pedestrian improvements. While these projects are funded and underway, the City still owns and maintains roughly 29-miles of overhead power lines throughout Healdsburg.

Roughly seven miles of these overhead powerlines are located within the City’s Wildland Urban Interface (WUI), areas designated as having elevated risk of wildfires. Placing these overhead power lines underground would lower the risk of utility-caused wildfires as well as the City’s need to issue Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) during high wind events. Specific areas to consider undergrounding overhead utilities include the areas around Fitch Mountain.

Estimated construction costs to underground one mile of power lines ranges between $2 million to $5 million. Completing seven miles of undergrounding is far beyond the revenues gained from the REC sales, but a phased approach and leveraging available state grants could facilitate an initial phase of this effort.

Undergrounding powerlines within the WUI meets the community’s preferred outcomes by improving Healdsburg’s electric system reliability and resiliency, lowering future rate increase as undergrounding within the WUI is an inevitable project for the City, and has a direct local impact on the Healdsburg community.

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The State’s current Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) requires Healdsburg to purchase increasing amounts of renewable energy for Healdsburg electric customers. While the City is currently meeting RPS requirements, load growth expected from electrification will require the City to procure or self-generate more renewables starting in 2027.

Revenues from the REC sale could be used to develop additional solar and battery storage within or adjacent to Healdsburg. While land and roof space are limited, some City facilities present the possibility of larger scale solar installations. Specifically, the City’s Water Reclamation Facility, Magnolia Lift Station, Corporation Yard, and the Community Center are options for solar. While the cost for solar installations varies depending upon the location and type of application, in general ground mount and roof mounted solar are lower cost options. Installation costs for ground and roof mounted solar could range between $3 to $4 million to construct enough solar to meet roughly 2% of Healdsburg annualized energy demand.

The installation of solar within or adjacent to Healdsburg meets the preferred project outcomes by developing local projects, increasing renewable energy, and helping meet future RPS compliance. Due to electric usage associated with treating and moving water and wastewater throughout Healdsburg, the Water and Wastewater operation budgets are impacted by high energy costs. Installing solar facilities at wastewater facilities would help lower ongoing energy costs and provide the potential to lower wastewater utility rates. If the solar facilities were installed with battery storage, they could also help improve resiliency for adjacent or co-located City facilities to help ensure critical City operations during emergencies or serve as a community

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Other Projects and/or Programs
While undergrounding overhead utilities and renewable energy projects received positive survey responses, other programs and/or projects were also selected or mentioned by respondents. These responses included a desire for additional incentive programs for appliances and customerowned solar, electrification of City facilities, improved software to allow customers access to usage information and water leak alerts, and simply to lower residential utility rates.

The City currently offers a wide range of incentives for energy efficiency, building electrification (space and water heat-pumps), and electric vehicle charging. (See www.SmartLivingHealdsburg for a full list of current programs.) These range from traditional incentives for the purchase of higher efficiency appliances and heat-pumps to incentives for the management of EV charging and air-conditioning loads. While REC sale funding could be used to enhance existing incentives, existing City and State programs provide relatively high incentives for both electrification and customer-owned solar. These incentives come in the form of direct monetary incentives, tax credits, and/or bill savings through lower energy costs. Adding additional incentives may not result in additional participation.

Within the approved two-year budget, funding was planned for Fiscal Year 2025-26 for the improvement of the City’s current utility billing software. A major driver to improve the City’s utility billing software is to provide customers better online access to energy and water usage, while also providing early warning (days versus months) for water leaks and high usage.

Additionally, new software could allow for differing rate structures and payment methods that may help reduce the risk of disconnected utilities and the cost of reconnection fees and utility account deposits. Having access to these tools provides an opportunity for customers to lower monthly utility costs.

Direction to Staff
Staff are seeking City Council’s direction to confirm the desired outcomes and indicate priority projects or programs for further development. In following the indications of the communitywide survey, staff is recommending further development of undergrounding within the WUI and further consideration of additional renewable energy and storage projects located at City facilities. Additionally, staff are recommending consideration of projects or programs that directly benefit low-income utility customers. These projects could include partnering with a local non-profit to provide one-time funding for a utility assistance program, utility customer software enhancements, and/or development of solar and battery storage for multi-family housing. Upon receiving Council’s direction, staff will further develop Council’s priorities, including identifying possible matching funding or existing programs, and present Council with additional information during a future Council meeting.

ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP:

The level of environmental stewardship depends largely upon the final selection of projects. Both undergrounding to mitigate wildfires (avoid GHG due to wildfire prevention) and development of new renewable energy (avoided GHG due to cleaner energy) have the potential to reduce GHG production and protect the natural environment.

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ALTERNATIVES:

Staff are seeking Council’s direction based upon community feedback and the limitations of the funding. While staff have presented a recommendation to further develop the undergrounding powerlines within the WUI and develop more renewables energy within Healdsburg, the City Council could choose to pursue other efforts by providing further direction to staff.

FISCAL IMPACT:

At this point there is no additional fiscal impact to the City. Proceeds from the sale of excess RECs are being collected and held for future use. Depending upon the type and scope of projects desired and the amount of grant funding available, future fiscal impacts are expected to consume the entire $2.8 million in revenue or potentially require additional funding allocations. Upon receiving Council’s direction, staff will further develop project details and high-level project estimates. This additional information will be brought back to Council for further consideration and action.

ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS:

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

ATTACHMENT(S):

REC Survey Response Summary English

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Priorities for Projects using the Renewable Energy Credit (REC) Funds 1 / 10
Q1 Please share your input on whether each of the potential guiding criteria should be required, optional, or is not a necessary or reasonable use of the funding.

Answered: 165 Skipped: 0
Local - Be
located and
have visible...

Reduce GHG
Emissions -
Contribute t...

Include an
Equity
Component -...

Increase
Reliability/Res
iliency -...

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0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Required - … Desired - T… Not Necess… N/A or No o…
Provide Cost
Savings -
Contribute t...

Leverage
Additional
Funding - Be...

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66.67%
108

26.54%
43 4.94%
8 1.85%
3 162 2.63

36.81%
60 43.56%
71 16.56%
27 3.07%
5 163 2.21

20.50%
33 45.96%
74 29.19%
47 4.35%
7 161 1.91

71.52%
118

24.85%
41 3.64%
6 0.00%
0 165 2.68

53.99%
88 40.49%
66 5.52%
9 0.00%
0 163 2.48

22.84%
37 58.02%
94 16.05%
26 3.09%
5 162 2.07

REQUIRED -

THIS IS A
'MUST HAVE'

FOR ANY

POTENTIAL

PROJECT

DESIRED - THIS

WOULD BE AN

OPTIONAL 'NICE

TO HAVE' FOR

ANY POTENTIAL

PROJECT
NOT

NECESSARY -

THIS DOES

NOT NEED TO

BE A GUIDING

CRITERIA
N/A OR
NO

OPINION

ON THIS

CRITERIA

TOTAL WEIGHTED

AVERAGE
Local - Be located and have
visible and positive impacts on
Healdsburg and the surrounding
areas, as opposed to investing in
energy projects located elsewhere
Reduce GHG Emissions -
Contribute to substantial and
quantifiable reductions in
greenhouse gas emissions and/or
achieving renewable and clean
energy goals
Include an Equity Component -
Address equity barriers and/or
ensure that low-income residents
receive direct benefit
Increase Reliability/Resiliency -
Improve Healdsburg's electric
service, lower the risk of utilitycaused wildfire, or improve resiliency during extreme weather
and emergencies
Provide Cost Savings - Contribute
to future utility and customer cost
savings and/or avoided future
costs to lessen the need for
additional rate increases
Leverage Additional Funding - Be
able to secure additional funding
either through state or federal
grant and incentive programs

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68.29% 112

31.71% 52
Q2 Would you like to provide input on example types of projects right now? (Yes will take you to a question about the example projects. No will take you to the end of the survey.)
Answered: 164 Skipped: 1
TOTAL 164
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Yes
No

ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Yes
No

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2.83% 3

63.21% 67

72.64% 77

18.87% 20

21.70% 23
Q3 Which types of projects would you support the most? (Please select up to 2.)
Answered: 106 Skipped: 59
Total Respondents: 106
# OTHER (PLEASE SPECIFY) DATE
1 encourage more residential solar projects by increasing amount of funds residents can expect for decreasing reliance on the grid (bill credits ) and adjust the calculations to quarterly rather than once only at year's end
1/20/2025 2:26 PM
2 Community solar/microgrid for neighborhoods and HIAs 1/19/2025 5:18 PM 3 As much as I would like these projects that are listed above, the most important thing we can do is to figure out how to reduce rates for our CARE customers who are really struggling. Can we spend some of these funds for rebates to help them with their bills? 1/17/2025 2:20 PM
4 community solar for developments with homeowner associations 1/16/2025 9:45 AM 5 I’d like to see the city try to decrease residential cost as much as possible 1/10/2025 6:41 PM 6 All the projects listed sound very good. 1/10/2025 9:30 AM 7 Please coordinate installation of underground utilities with irrigation of City street trees. 1/9/2025 7:49 AM 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
None of the
above

1. Renewable
energy and
battery stor...

2. Undergrounding
projects...

3. Enhanced
software
features for...

4. Municipal
electrification
projects...

ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
None of the above

1. Renewable energy and battery storage projects

2. Undergrounding projects (moving electric lines from poles to underground)

3. Enhanced software features for utility customers (such as customer portal with usage information, early high bill alerts, and leak alerts)

4. Municipal electrification projects (moving City operations from fossil fuels to electric equipment and vehicles)

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8 Implement or continue rebate/incentive programs for the purchase of electric vehicles and electric appliances to replace gas appliances in the home. 1/8/2025 10:09 PM
9 Also: 1) discounts for technology which would help in fire-proofing homes ; 2) discounts for ebike purchase1/8/2025 8:02 PM 10 Public Lighting, Safety & Beautification Project / Healdsburg Avenue South of Exchange Avenue to Front Street.
1/8/2025 7:38 PM
11 Those are nice but I would like you to invest the $$ and subsidize residential customers water/sewage bill with this $$ - the electrical is fair but the sewage and water is outlandish.

Perhaps the less we use the more subsidy? We did so much to save water and the result is much higher utility costs.
1/8/2025 6:14 PM
12 We should consider becoming a hydrogen hub, i.e. having a hydrogen facility for future hydrogen related transportation. There are DOE grants that are being finalized for this type of project. Creating our own Virtual Power Plant(VPP). This would be part of a microgrid, but we would have more local control over the power ramping. Community solar gardens. Utilize them on buildings across the city and have customers reap the benefits. Just a thought... 1/8/2025 3:45 PM
13 Financial incentives/rebates to Citizens/Businesses for Solar Panel, Heat Pump, Induction, Panel upgrades, EV Chargers, and other electrification improvements to reduce/eliminate fossil fuel consumption.
1/8/2025 2:46 PM
14 Get NCPA to invest in long term plan of nuclear. Need it to secure cheap, consistent energy.

Did you know that it takes 10x as much energy to do an Chat GPT AI search than a traditional "Google" search? Through NCPA there could be tremendous opportunity to be a leader. 1/8/2025 1:57 PM

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41.67% 65

50.00% 78

3.21% 5

1.28% 2

1.92% 3

1.92% 3
Q4 Which best describes you?
Answered: 156 Skipped: 9
TOTAL 156
# OTHER (PLEASE SPECIFY) DATE
1 32 yr resident retired 1/8/2025 3:08 PM
2 I live and am *retired* in Healdsburg. 1/8/2025 1:35 PM 3 I am retired but worked and lived in Healdsburg for 49 years. 1/5/2025 5:56 PM 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
I live and
work in
Healdsburg
I live in
Healdsburg
I work in
Healdsburg
I do not live
or work in
Healdsburg
Prefer not to
answer
Other (please
specify)

ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
I live and work in Healdsburg
I live in Healdsburg
I work in Healdsburg
I do not live or work in Healdsburg
Prefer not to answer
Other (please specify)

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98.08% 153

0.00% 0

1.92% 3

0.00% 0
Q5 Which language is predominately spoken at your home? Answered: 156 Skipped: 9
TOTAL 156
# OTHER (PLEASE SPECIFY) DATE
There are no responses.
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
English
Spanish
Prefer not to
answer
Other (please
specify)

ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
English
Spanish
Prefer not to answer
Other (please specify)

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0.00% 0

0.64% 1

8.33% 13

31.41% 49

55.77% 87

3.85% 6
Q6 What is your age group?
Answered: 156 Skipped: 9
TOTAL 156
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Under 18
18-24
25-44
45-64
65+
Prefer not to
answer

ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Under 18
18-24
25-44
45-64
65+
Prefer not to answer

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Q7 Please provide any additional comments on potential projects using the Renewable Energy Credit sale funds. (Optional)
Answered: 24 Skipped: 141
# RESPONSES DATE
1 Thanks for earning the renewable energy credits! 1/20/2025 3:54 PM 2 As stated before, I would like to consider alternatives for reducing bills for our CARE customers.
1/17/2025 2:21 PM
3 subsidize the capital outlay for homeowners to install energy storage & PV systems 1/16/2025 9:47 AM 4 Provide a credit incentive for seniors to install solar cells for electric energy at home. And a credit for installing charging (high voltage) station/outlet at home for electric car. 1/11/2025 5:02 PM
5 Calistoga installed an emergency power system. Expensive but would add additional power security.
1/11/2025 3:51 PM
6 Include on demand electric hot water heaters in rebate programs. 1/9/2025 9:06 PM 7 use funds to stop increases in electric cost to residents 1/9/2025 9:02 AM 8 education for community on switching to elec. instead of fossil fuel 1/8/2025 9:49 PM 9 I think home owners should be allowed to have gas stoves and wood burning fireplaces. 1/8/2025 8:05 PM 10 Hburg is a WUI town. Lines in the treed areas adjacent to our town must be underground to prevent more fires
1/8/2025 5:35 PM
11 Thanks for asking 1/8/2025 5:03 PM
12 Develop the infrastructure necessary for competitors of Comcast to move into the areas of the city that don't have overhead utilities.
1/8/2025 4:26 PM
13 Rebate for Healdsburg customers to install heat pumps and solar panels. 1/8/2025 4:06 PM 14 What does an "off-the-grid" home look like and what are its costs? 1/8/2025 3:56 PM 15 Increased incentives for homeowners for solar and/or electric efficiencies. 1/8/2025 3:48 PM 16 Have second home currently, but planning tomove full time to Healdsburg within 3-5 years. 1/8/2025 3:02 PM 17 Change Tier Rate thresholds for Energy Efficient improvements (ie; Heat Pumps, Induction Ranges, Energy Star Appliances)
1/8/2025 2:49 PM
18 As a city, our green energy component is almost maxed out. I think, under grinding in the wild land urban interface is not only a great idea, but psychologically powerful for the community.

This is especially true today with the current fires in the Los Angeles basin. 1/8/2025 2:41 PM
19 Safety and sustainability top priorities 1/8/2025 2:11 PM 20 The cost for seniors related to electricity needs to watched. I worry for those that can’t afford their bills while changing over to electric
1/8/2025 1:57 PM
21 Being back free EV charging on off hours and weekends! 1/8/2025 1:47 PM 22 Thank you for making these a priority 1/5/2025 8:03 AM 23 The city should either encourage or expanded rooftop solar for residents or for city facilities. 1/4/2025 2:43 PM 24 Any projects that would eliminate areas within city limits from being classified as high fire risk for insurance purposes. Our insurance increased 300%.
12/15/2024 8:01 PM

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CITY OF HEALDSBURG

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 3, 2025
SUBJECT: Fiscal Year 2024-25 Mid-Year City Council Goal Update PREPARED BY: Raina Allan, City Clerk
STRATEGIC INITIATIVE(S):

Establish Proactive Policies/Programs to Continue to Promote Economic Diversity & Sustainable Growth
Pursue Initiatives that Promote Environmental Stewardship Expand Affordable Housing Opportunities
Maintain and Improve Infrastructure and Facilities
Provide Effective Governance
Maintain and Enhance Public Health and Safety
Provide Resident-Driven Community Services
RECOMMENDED ACTION(S):

Receive report on the status of the City Council fiscal year 2024-25 Goals as of December 31, 2024.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/OUTREACH:

The City Council held a goal setting workshop on March 25, 2024.

BACKGROUND:

The City Council adopted the City of Healdsburg’s Strategic Plan, Foundation for a Strong Community, on December 16, 2019. On May 6, 2024, the Council, by motion adopted the fiscal year 2024-25 Council Goals.

DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS:

Attached is the mid-year update on the fiscal year 2024-25 City Council goals as of December 31, 2024. A few goals which have progressed since adoption that staff would like to highlight include:

Goal: New Fire Substation
• The Ribbon Cutting for the Fire Substation was held in early December 2024.

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Goal: Televise Council Meetings on You Tube
• The City Council meetings are televised on You Tube, Facebook and Zoom.

Goal: Implement a Gun Safety Education Program
• The Healdsburg Police Department (HPD) put together educational brochures, made gun locks available at the Police Department as well as launched a gun safety campaign during the month of June
Goal: Arts and Culture Master Plan Implementation
• The City Council recently formed the Arts and Culture Commission and the City hired an Arts and Culture Program Administrator to assist with implementing the Master Plan.

Goal: Saggio Hills Park Naming Process
• The City Council named Saggio Hills Park, Laura Fish Somersal Park in late 2024.

Goal: Municipal Recycled Water Pipeline
• Construction is nearing completion with an estimated completion date of February 2025.

ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP:

Not applicable.

ALTERNATIVES:

There are no alternatives proposed at this time.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no fiscal impact related to the proposed action.

ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS:

Pursuant to Title 14, the California Code of Regulations, Section 15378(b)(5) 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):

FY2024-25 Goal Update

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CITY OF HEALDSBURG – FY 24/25 CITY COUNCIL GOALS

GOAL MID-YEAR UPDATE

ECONOMIC DIVERSITY AND SUSTAINABLE GROWTH
Housing Element Implementation Land Use Code Updates Ongoing. The Housing Element has been certified, and staff continues to work on the identified goals, including reviewing the Land Use Code for potential updates. The Housing Element includes a program to “Adopt Development Code Amendments” aimed at amending the City’s Land Use Code to expand housing development and reduce constraints. Updates include preparing objective design standards, reviewing parking requirements, updating the City’s Density Bonus Ordinance to conform to current Law, and updating the code to reflect changes in State ADU law. Staff plans to bring some of these amendments forward in 2025.

In 2024, major activities completed included identifying City-owned parcels with housing potential and completing the Downtown Housing Capacity Study and the Housing Needs Assessment.

Amend the Scope of Services of the Chamber of Commerce Agreement Complete – the City has entered into a new Contract with the Chamber with an amended scope.

ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP
Postal Fleet Electrification White Paper Complete. The Electric Department has completed the white paper on electrifying the USPS fleet and it is available on the City website here. The analysis has been shared with the offices of our Federal representatives so that they can assist with developing pilot programs or partnerships as opportunities emerge.

AFFORDABLE HOUSING
Housing Element Work Group (HEWG) Ongoing. The HEWG continues to make progress on their scope of work , including expanded responsibilities, as outlined in Resolution 171-2022. The Housing Trust is the final item on the HEWG scope of work and will be presented to the City Council, concluding the tasks authorized by the resolution.

Saggio Hills Affordable Housing Ongoing. This project is partially funded and is waiting for confirmation for the final funding source to complete the project financing. Groundbreaking for Phase 1 is anticipated for mid-2025. 155 Dry Creek Affordable Housing Ongoing. This project is partially funded and is waiting for confirmation for the final funding source to complete the project financing. Groundbreaking is anticipated for mid-2025.

Identify City-Owned Land for Housing Production Complete. The City Council received a presentation on January 21, 2025, on City-Owned Land for housing production.

Consider Possible Amendments to the Growth Management Ordinance Complete. Measure O was defeated in November.

Consider Strengthening and Expanding the Local Preference Ordinance Ongoing. Housing Staff is researching available options to strengthen and expand the Local Preference Ordinance. A summary of this analysis will be provided to the City Council in the next few months.

INFRASTRUCTURE & FACILITIES

FACILITIES
Library Upgrades Ongoing. Library renovations are currently underway and on schedule. The temporary mini library continues to operate smoothly at the Abel De Luna Community Center.

New Fire Substation Complete. The City held the ribbon cutting for the Fire Substation in early December 2024.

PARKS
Park Financing Plan Complete. Staff brought an update on the park financing plan to Council in 2024 and received direction on project components to prioritize. Staff is working on Phase I of the project using available funds.

STREETS/BIKES/PEDESTRIAN
Healdsburg Avenue Complete Street Project Ongoing. Design is currently underway.

Grove Street Neighborhood Plan Ongoing. Design is nearing completion.

Ward Street Neighborhood Plan Ongoing. The Request for Proposals (RFP) for design and surveying is anticipated to be released early Spring.

Enhanced Maintenance for LIDS Complete. Public Works staff have compiled a list of private and public low impact development (LID) bulb-outs and landscaped areas to ensure all are maintained. Several of these areas have received updated or enhanced landscaping.

WATER
Municipal Recycled Water Pipeline Ongoing. The projection is anticipated to be completed in early February.

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Packet Pg. 210 Attachment: FY2024-25 Goal Update (4737 : FY2024-25 Mid-Year Goal Update) Aquifer Storage and Recovery (ASR) Wells Ongoing. Passed initial CalOES review phase and grant application is now with Federal administrators. Progress on the project has been on hold while we wait on final response from BRIC Grant and the approval to move into the final design and construction phase.

Fitch Well Field & Dry Creek Well Field Ongoing. Design work has been completed and under review by the State Division of Drinking Water. Staff is seeking grant funding to support the work. Funding and design now needs to consider the increased costs of PFAS filtration.

Begin the Process of the Long-Term Visioning for the Community Center and Pool Ongoing. The Healthcare Foundation of Northern Sonoma County is completing a Community Center Multicultural Wellness Center visioning process that will be presented to the Parks and Recreation Commission and City Council in Spring 2025. The presentation will include several ideas for physical enhancements to the Community Center.
-In November 2024, Healdsburg Unified School District passed a bond measure that potentially allocates funding for renovating or reconstructing the Healdsburg Swim Center under the context of the City assuming long-term operational responsibilities for the Swim Center. A design process, with community engagement is expected in 1- 2 years.

EFFECTIVE GOVERNANCE
Televise Council Meetings on You Tube Complete. The City Council meetings are televised on You Tube, Facebook and Zoom.

Streamline Process to Watch Council Meetings Ongoing. Staff are beginning the process of implementing new agenda management software and will endeavor to streamline the process of logging on to watch meetings.

PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY
Implement Community Wildfire Protection Plan Ongoing. Facilitated and supported the grant application process in partnership with Russian River Keeper (RRK), resulting in the successful acquisition of grant funding for Arundo removal from just west of Memorial Bridge around Fitch Mountain. The Healdsburg Fire Department (HFD) partnered with RRK to identify key treatment areas for the greatest impact on fire safety.

Fire Fuels Reduction Ongoing. Successfully treated the Fitch Mountain Open Space Preserve, Healdsburg Ridge Open Space Preserve, and various infrastructure locations within the City of Healdsburg, including the Gauntlett Reservoir. The treatments implemented included grazing by sheep and goats, prescription pile and broadcast burns, mechanical mastication, and the utilization of hand crews. Moreover, larger prescription burns have taken place through a partnership with Cal-Fire.

Implement a Gun Safety Education Program Complete. The Healdsburg Police Department (HPD) put together educational brochures, made gun locks available at the Police Department as well as launched a gun safety campaign during the month of June.

COMMUNITY SERVICES

POLICIES/PROGRAMS
Arts and Culture Master Plan Implementation Ongoing. The City Council recently formed the Arts and Culture Commission and the City hired an Arts and Culture Program Administrator to assist with implementing the Master Plan.

City-HUSD Joint Use Agreement Ongoing. City and HUSD staff have conducted preliminary conversations about renewing the agreement.

Additional work is anticipated in conjunction with future discussions about the Swim Center renovation.

COMMUNITY FACILITIES
Foley Family Community Pavilion Ongoing. Progress continues on the Foley Family Community Pavilion project. The project is on track to be completed this summer.

Villa Chanticleer Capital Replacement Plan Ongoing. The City continues to make numerous repairs and enhancements to the property although a need remains for a long-term plan to guide future efforts.

PARK/OPEN SPACE
Saggio Hills Park Development Ongoing. CEQA has been completed for Laura Fish Somersal Park. Phase 1 Design is underway with construction bidding anticipated in late 2025.

Saggio Hills Park Naming Process Complete. The City Council named the future park at Saggio Hills, Laura Fish Somersal Park in late 2024.

Badger Park Redevelopment Ongoing. Staff and the environmental consultant are completing the draft Mitigated Negative Declaration report as part of the CEQA process. City Council is anticipated to review the report in Spring 2025.

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Packet Pg. 211 Attachment: FY2024-25 Goal Update (4737 : FY2024-25 Mid-Year Goal Update) Hilltop Road Erosion Repairs Completed. Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the repairs covered the gravel/dirt segment of Hilltop from the paved road to the summit of Fitch Mountain. This work involved re-grading the gravel and installing rolling dips and water bars to redirect water.

Consider an Arts and Culture Commission Complete. Council formed the Arts and Culture Commission in 2024 and the Commission held their first meeting on January 22, 2025.

Form an Alternative to the 4th of July Fireworks Show Complete. The City Council provided direction to continue the 4 th of July Fireworks show as well as the other
community events on that day..

Select a City Flower/Plant and/or tree Not Yet Started.

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CITY OF HEALDSBURG

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 3, 2025
SUBJECT: Appointments to Parks and Recreation and Senior Citizen Advisory Commission
PREPARED BY: Raina Allan, City Clerk
STRATEGIC INITIATIVE(S):

Provide Resident-Driven Community Services
RECOMMENDED ACTION(S):

By motion, appoint three applicants to the Parks and Recreation Commission for a term of three years due to expire January 1, 2028, appoint one applicant to the Parks and Recreation Commission for a term of two years due to expire January 1, 2027 and appoint two applicants to the Senior Citizen Advisory Commission for a term of three years due to expire January 1, 2028.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/OUTREACH:

The vacancies on the Parks and Recreation and Senior Citizen Advisory Commissioner were published in the Press Democrat and the Healdsburg Tribune on December 5, 2024, December 12, 2024, December 19, 2024 and January 2, 2025. Information on the vacancy was also posted on the City Social Media Platforms and the City Website.

BACKGROUND:

At its December 16, 2024 meeting, the City Council formed one subcommittee comprised of Mayor Mitchell and Council Member Edwards to interview applicants interested in serving on the Senior Citizen Advisory Commission. The Council also form one subcommittee comprised of Councilmember Herrod and Councilmember Kelley to interview applicants for the Parks and Recreation Commission
The City Clerk received two applications for two open positions on the Senior Citizen Advisory Commission and five applications for four open positions on the Parks and Recreation Commission. The Council Subcommittees interviewed applicants the week of January 27, 2025.

The applicants for each Commission are listed below.

Senior Citizen Advisory Commission
Linda Go

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Ann Mansfield
Parks and Recreation Commission
Kristen Thwaites
Richard Halvorsen
Nancy Jane Andrews
Fred Eisenhart
Yoland Wang
DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS:

The Council subcommittees will make their recommendation at the City Council meeting. The Council will have the opportunity to discuss the recommendation.

ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP:

Not applicable.

ALTERNATIVES:

The Council could opt to not take the Subcommittee’s recommendation. In that case Council could appoint other applicants to the vacancy or direct staff to restart the recruitment process for the vacancies.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no fiscal impact related to the proposed action.

ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS:

Pursuant to Title 14, the California Code of Regulations, Section 15378(b)(5) 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):

Parks and Recreation Applications
Senior Citizen Advisory Commission Applications

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CITY OF HEALDSBURG
CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE
401 Grove Street
Healdsburg, CA 95448-4723
Phone: (707) 431-3317
Fax: (707) 431-3321
Visit us at www.healdsburg.gov

APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT TO COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES The City of Healdsburg is seeking dedicated community members to serve on our boards and commissions. These groups play a vital role in advising the City Council on important matters. Please complete this application and submit it to Raina Allan at [email protected], along with any relevant information.

COMMITTEE, COMMISSION, OR AREA OF SERVICE YOU ARE APPLYING FOR:

Parks and Recreation Commission
Name: Nancy Jane Andrews Telephone:

Home Address: , Healdsburg, CA Email:

Resident in Healdsburg for 8 years.

Languages other than English spoken: French
Educational Background: Ph.D, University of Minnesota, Plant Biology & Ecology; Masters Degree, University of South Dakota, Ecology; BA, Carleton College, Northfield MN, Biology; HS, Coon Rapids MN
Employer: Retired, Environmental Protection Agency, National Park Service, Corps of Engineers.

Job Title: Environmental Scientist
Duties Performed: Branch Chief of Pesticide Re Evaluation and Risk Assessment; Director of Planning Science and Resource Management, Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area; Chief of Program Management, Corps of Engineers, Omaha NE.THIS DOCUMENT AND

ALL ATTACHMENTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION

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Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many?
____15________________________________________________________________________ Please state briefly your reasons for applying and why you feel you are qualified for appointment to this body.

I have enjoyed serving my first term and have learned a lot about our Parks & Open Spaces as well as how our city develops the work plans and budget priorities. Having worked as a scientist for the EPA and National Park Service I have experience in Resources Management and Contract Management.

What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
Continue to work on the implementation of the Parks Master Plans for Badger Park and the new L. F. Somersal Park. Improve pedestrian and bicycle safety throughout Healdsburg. Develop guidelines for use of the Foley Pavilion. Continue to promote infrastructure improvements and Deferred Maintenance Projects.

Please describe how you would help support excellence in public service and help the City effectively respond to the needs of the diverse residents we serve.

Continue to attend monthly meetings. Actively listen to the concerns of residents and park users.

Continue to participate on the Park Advisory Board. Through my associations with the AAUW, Rotary and Climate Action Healdsburg advocate for our parks and the development of additional recreational facilities for children and adults.

Current and Past Membership in Community Organizations & Offices Held:

Healdsburg Parks Advisory Team; President, Healdsburg AAUW (American Association of University Women); Climate Action Healdsburg; Healdsburg 2040 Additional Information & Comments: Open Space Advisory Team

THIS DOCUMENT AND ALL ATTACHMENTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION

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Local References:

Name: Bonnie Culler, Telephone:

Address: , Healdsburg, CA Email:

Name: Barbara Epstein Telephone:

Address: , Hldbg Email:

Name: Susan Campbell Telephone:

Address: Healdsburg, CA Email:

Applicants and incumbents should be aware that they may be required to disclose any potential conflicts of interest arising from their business or organizational affiliations within the City of Healdsburg. Furthermore, a Statement of Economic Interest may be required, which is subject to public disclosure.

I certify that the information provided in this application is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. By submitting this application, I agree to serve on the designated Commission/Committee if appointed.

Signature: Nancy Jane Andrews Date: 01/05/2025

THIS DOCUMENT AND ALL ATTACHMENTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION

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THIS DOCUMENT AND ALL ATTACHMENTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? ______________________________________________________________________________ Please state briefly your reasons for applying and why you feel you are qualified for appointment to this body.
______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ Please describe how you would help support excellence in public service and help the City effectively respond to the needs of the diverse residents we serve. ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ Current and Past Membership in Community Organizations & Offices Held:

Additional Information & Comments:
______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ Currently on the Commission
I have kids currently at FMC, Healdsburg Junior High and at the high school. This is my way of giving back to the community. Helping projects, ideas and concerns get to the city counsel for discussion.

Help make sure that both of the new parks get built before our kids are grown and gone.

Make sure the activities for kids stays vibrant.

I feel that through the many sports and activities offered by the city that we can all continue to connect to all communities in Healdsburg. The themed activities at the plaza has been a great way include all people in the city.

Park and Rec Commission from Jan. 2023 - Dec. 2024
I have also coached Soccer, Softball, basketball and baseball in Healdsburg.

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THIS DOCUMENT AND ALL ATTACHMENTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? ______________________________________________________________________________ Please state briefly your reasons for applying and why you feel you are qualified for appointment to this body.
______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ Please describe how you would help support excellence in public service and help the City effectively respond to the needs of the diverse residents we serve. ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ Current and Past Membership in Community Organizations & Offices Held:

Additional Information & Comments:
______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________

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THIS DOCUMENT AND ALL ATTACHMENTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? ______________________________________________________________________________ Please state briefly your reasons for applying and why you feel you are qualified for appointment to this body.
______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ Please describe how you would help support excellence in public service and help the City effectively respond to the needs of the diverse residents we serve. ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ Current and Past Membership in Community Organizations & Offices Held:

Additional Information & Comments:
______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ During COVID, I attended a few Commission meetings online.

The green / open spaces were an important means for discovering a side of Healdsburg unfamiliar to me before relocating here. The recreation programs provided a conduit to community and friendship that I hope others will enjoy. Hence my interest in serving on the Commission. My years in consulting will allow me to seek broad input, assess available options and develop plans that balance requirements against resources.

My goals as a commissioner are to expand programs to appeal to and serve the diverse needs of Healdsburg, and help shape / implement investment strategies that keep our parks, playgrounds, open spaces and facilities vibrant and accessible for all residents and visitors.

In life I strive to learn from different opinions and ideas, approach decision-making with a rational mind and making responsible recommendations that serve long and short term goals. I intend to bring these same guiding principles to the Parks and Recreation Commission if given the opportunity to serve.

I have volunteered with CTE’s CommunityWise program

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CITY OF HEALDSBURG

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 3, 2025
SUBJECT: Appointments of the City Selection Committee and Mayors' and Councilmembers' Association Board of Directors
PREPARED BY: Raina Allan, City Clerk
STRATEGIC INITIATIVE(S):

Provide Effective Governance
RECOMMENDED ACTION(S):

Review letters of interest, direct the Mayor or her Alternate on how to vote at the City Selection Committee and Sonoma County Mayors’ and Councilmembers’ Association Board meeting on February 13, 2025 and authorize the Mayor or her alternate to vote on any late nominations or recommendations that may be received at the City Selection Meeting or Mayors’ and Councilmembers board meeting.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/OUTREACH:

Not Applicable.

BACKGROUND:

The City of Healdsburg is a member of the Sonoma County City Selection Committee and the Sonoma County Mayors’ and Councilmembers’ Association. Each member appoints representatives to various regional Boards and Commissions.

DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS:

At the February 13, 2025 meeting, the City Selection Committee and the Mayors’ and Councilmembers’ Board of Directors will be considering filling vacancies on various boards and commissions. The vacancies and interested persons are as follows:

City Selection Committee Appointments:

1. Bay Area Air Quality Management District: One seat (to fill expiring terms of Councilmember Brian Barnacle of Petaluma). Two-year term beginning in February.

One letter received – Brian Barnacle, Petaluma

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2. Golden Gate Bridge, Highway & Transportation District – One Seat (to fill expiring term of Gerard Giudice of Rohnert Park). Two-year term beginning in February.

Two letters received – Gerard Giudice, Rohnert Park and Frank Quint, Petaluma

3. Sonoma County Consolidated Oversight Board – One Seat (to fill vacancy of Chris Rogers of Santa Rosa). Term limit at the discretion of the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors.

Two letters received – Jackie Elward, Rohnert Park and Stephen Zollman, Sebastopol Board of Directors Appointments:

1. North Bay Division LOCC, Executive Board – One Seat (to fill expiring term of Jackie Elward of Rohnert Park). Two-year term beginning in February.

One letter received – Jackie Elward, Rohnert Park

2. Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District Citizens Advisory Committee – One seat (to fill expiring term of Mark Stapp of Santa Rosa).

Four letters received – Karen Nu, Petaluma, Marjorie Morgenstern, Cloverdale, Frank Quint, Petaluma and Alex DeCarli, Petaluma

3. Sonoma Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) Commission – Three Seats. Four-year fixed term. Two – SCTA appointments (members appointed must also be a city/town representative for the Sonoma County Transportation Authority) to fill the vacancies by Melanie Bagby of Cloverdale and Chris Rogers of Santa Rosa. These appointments will finish out the current terms of Bagby and Rogers that end in February 2027.

Four letters received – Gerard Giudice, Rohnert Park, Janice Cader Thompson, Petaluma, Todd Lands, Cloverdale and Ariel Kelley, Healdsburg One Non-SCTA appointment (must be from a city/town on the rail line) to fill the expiring term of Debora Fudge of Windsor. This appointment will start a new 4-year fixed term beginning in February.

Four letters Received – Victoria Fleming, Santa Rosa, Chris Herrod, Healdsburg, Alex DeCarli, Petaluma, Sylvia Lemus, Cotati
Copies of the letters of interest are attached.

Staff recommends that the City Council authorize the Mayor or her designee to vote on behalf of the City of Healdsburg. It is also recommended that if late nominations are received for the City Selection Committee or Mayors’ and Councilmembers’ Association that the City Council

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authorize the Mayor or her designated representative, the authority to vote on these late nominations or recommendations at the City Selection Meeting or MC board meeting.

ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP:

Not Applicable.

ALTERNATIVES:

No alternatives are proposed.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no fiscal impact related to the proposed action.

ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS:

Pursuant to Title 14, the California Code of Regulations, Section 15378(b)(5) 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):

City Selection Committee Letters of Interest Received
Board of Directors Letters of Interest Received

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CITY OF PETALUMA
POST OFFICE BOX 61
PETALUMA, CA 94953-0061
Brian Barnacle
Councilmember
Petaluma City Hall
11 English Street
Petaluma, CA 94952
Phone (707) 778-4345
Msg Phone (707) 778-4541
E-Mail:
[email protected]
December 30, 2024
Clerk of the Board
County of Sonoma, Board of Supervisors
575 Administration Dr., Room 100A
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Attn: Michelle Norman and Kyreen Gonzalez
Cc: Lauren Berges
Re: Re-appointment to Bay Area Air Quality Management District Board of Directors Dear Sonoma County Mayors and Council Members,
I am writing to ask for your support in re-appointing me to serve on the Bay Area Air Quality Management District (BAAQMD) Board of Directors.

The last 13 years of my career have been focused on energy, transportation, and buildings policy and program development. My experience with air quality improvement measures includes building and appliance regulations, and electrification of light duty vehicles, first/last-mile delivery, and heavy-duty trucking. I have participated in regulatory processes at the California Public Utilities Commission, Air Resources Board, Housing and Community Development, and Energy Commission, and helped advance climate and clean energy legislation in Sacramento.

In 2020, I ran for a seat on the Petaluma City Council because I truly love local government. Now, after four years of serving on the City Council and two years serving on the BAAQMD Board, I am seeking re-appointment because I want to continue helping reduce emissions and local air pollution throughout Bay Area communities.

In many ways, BAAQMD’s work is precedent-setting for our nation. Addressing intersectional issues like environmental, climate, and economic justice requires BAAQMD board members to do what is best for the health of our climate and public, while mitigating concerns about equity, career displacement, the economy, and more. I remain up for this challenge.

As the son of a union carpenter who was raised in a Sonoma County dairy family and today works in climate policy, my life experiences have forced me to see different sides of issues. My diverse background helps me understand and take principled positions on the many complex issues that BAAQMD takes on.

For these reasons, I ask for your support. Please do not hesitate to contact me by phone at (707) 373-6414 or by email at [email protected] if you would like to speak more about my interest in this position.

Thank you for your consideration and happy New Year.

Sincerely,

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Packet Pg. 239 Attachment: City Selection Committee Letters of Interest Received (4736 : Mayors and Councilmembers appointments 02.03.2025) 130 Avram Avenue  Rohnert Park CA  94928  (707) 588-2226  Fax (707) 794-9248 www.rpcity.org
Gerard Giudice
Mayor
Emily Sanborn
Vice Mayor
Susan Hollingsworth Adams
Jackie Elward
Samantha Rodriguez
Councilmembers
________________
Marcela Piedra
City Manager
Michelle Marchetta Kenyon
City Attorney
Lee Burdick
Assistant City Attorney
Cindy Bagley
Director of Community Services
Jamie Cannon
Director of Human Resources
Vanessa Garrett
Director of Public Works
Alicia Giudice
Director of
Development Services
Sylvia Lopez Cuevas
City Clerk
Tim Mattos
Public Safety Director
Betsy Howze
Finance Director
January 6, 2025
Clerk of the Board
County of Sonoma, Board of Supervisors
575 Administration Dr, Room 100A
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Attn: Michelle Norman [email protected] Karen Gonzalez [email protected]
Re: Letter of Interest and Request for Re-Appointment to Golden Gate Bridge, Highway & Transportation District
Dear City Selection Committee,
I respectfully request your support for my reappointment to the Golden Gate Bridge, Highway & Transportation District Board of Directors for an additional two-year term.

Over the past two years, it has been my privilege to represent Sonoma County on the Board. During my tenure, I have actively contributed through my roles on key committees, including the Governmental Affairs and Public Information Committee, the Building and Operating Committee, the Finance-Auditing Committee (including the OPEB Retirement Investment Trust Board), the Suicide Deterrent System Advisory Committee, and the Nomination of Officers of the Board of Directors Advisory Committee. These responsibilities have allowed me to advocate for the community and address critical issues impacting our region.

I am confident that my continued service on the Board will further strengthen our collective efforts in enhancing transportation infrastructure and community engagement. I ask for your support in ensuring the continuation of this work.

Should you have any questions or wish to discuss my qualifications further, I can be reached at (707) 899-3087 or via email at [email protected]. I appreciate your attention to this matter and look forward to your favorable consideration.

Kind Regards,
Gerard Giudice
Mayor, City of Rohnert Park
Cc: Rohnert Park City Council and City Manager
Cc: Lauren Berges, [email protected]
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Clerk of the Board
County of Sonoma, Board of Supervisors
575 Administration Dr., Room 100A
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Re: Golden Gate Bridge, Highway & Transportation District Letter of Interest Honorable Sonoma County Supervisors,
I write to respectfully request your support for my appointment to the Golden Gate Bridge, Highway & Transportation District Board. I firmly support the District’s mission to provide safe and reliable operation, maintenance and enhancement of the Golden Gate Bridge and to provide congestion free transportation services within the U.S. Highway 101 Golden Gate Corridor.

My diverse background and passion for public transportation gives me a unique perspective that will serve this board well. I’ve served on Petaluma’s Transit Advisory Committee since 2023 (Chair for past 6 months). I also served simultaneously on Petaluma’s Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee and was the Vice Chair of this committee during this same time. My terms on these committees ended when I recently won my election to Petaluma’s City Council, at which time I was re-appointed to both committees as the council liaison. During this time, I have championed Petaluma Transit’s free ride program, Luma Go, and MicroTransit. I’ve also contributed and supported the ongoing work to renew Petaluma’s ATP.

I hold a BA in Accounting and an MBA from Saint Martin’s University in Lacey Washington.

My professional background is in supply chain transportation. I’ve held key leadership positions for companies like Target and my current employer RH (formerly Restoration Hardware). I understand what it takes to move products around the globe but I’m particularly adept in domestic US trucking and intermodal (rail) services. I’ve also run a mid-sized California based trucking company. While my expertise in supply chain transportation isn’t the same as public transportation, there is crossover, and it offers me a useful and unique perspective. I fully understand our nation’s highway and rail systems and their challenges.

Lastly, I’m passionate about climate change, I believe climate change is an existential threat, and I believe one of the most important things we should be working on is effective alternatives to driving. Developing work opportunities closer to where people live, developing communities around transit corridors and developing effective alternatives for people to move through their communities without depending on automobiles is crucial. I am excited to join the Petaluma City Council, and I am committed to making this community more transit-oriented and would enjoy an opportunity to work on this issue regionally.

I would be honored by your support for this appointment and respectfully ask for your vote. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at 707-971-9226 or by email at [email protected] Sincerely,
Frank Quint
Petaluma City Council member
cc: Members of Petaluma City Council

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City Council
Gerard Giudice
Mayor
Emily Sanborn
Vice Mayor
Susan Hollingsworth Adams
Jackie Elward
Samantha Rodriguez
Councilmembers
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Marcela Piedra
City Manager
Michelle Marchetta Kenyon
City Attorney
Lee Burdick
Assistant City Attorney
Cindy Bagley
Director of Community Services
Jamie Cannon
Director of Human Resources
Vanessa Garrett
Director of Public Works
Alicia Giudice
Director of
Development Services
Sylvia Lopez Cuevas
City Clerk
Tim Mattos
Public Safety Director
Betsy Howze
Finance Director
January 6, 2025
Clerk of the Board
County of Sonoma, Board of Supervisors
575 Administration Dr., Room 100A
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Attn: Michelle Norman, [email protected] and Kyreen Gonzalez, [email protected]
Re: Request for Appointment to the Sonoma County Consolidated Oversight Board Letter of Interest
Dear Selection Committee:

I am writing to express my interest in serving on the Sonoma County Consolidated Oversight Board to fill the vacancy left by Chris Rogers of Santa Rosa.

Since being elected in 2020, I have had the privilege of serving my community in several capacities, including one term as Mayor and one term as Vice Mayor.

These leadership roles have allowed me to develop a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing our region, as well as the importance of collaborative decision-making.

In addition to my municipal leadership, I served on the North Bay Division of the League of California Cities (LOCC) Executive Board for two years and on the Sonoma Clean Power Board of Directors (SCP). I have also served on the Homeless Coalition Board (formerly the Sonoma County Continuum of Care Board) for two consecutive years.

I am passionate about contributing to the continued success of Sonoma County through thoughtful oversight and collaboration. I am confident that my leadership experience, regional perspective, and dedication to public service make me a strong candidate for this position.

Thank you for considering my application. Please feel free to contact me should you have any questions at (707) 588-2223, or by email at [email protected].

Sincerely,
Jackie Elward
City of Rohnert Park
Cc: City Council
City Manager
City Clerk
Cc: Lauren Berges, [email protected]
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Attn: Michelle Norman, Kyreen Gonzalez
Clerk of the Board
County of Sonoma Board of Supervisors
Re: Consolidated Oversight Board
Dear Board of Supervisors:

I am excited to be applying for this primary consolidated oversight board position.

For the last two years, I have served as the alternate to this board as it fulfills its purpose of overseeing the dissolution of former redevelopment successor agencies. This work involves appointees form County Board of Supervisor, County Superintendent of Education, Chancellor of the California Colleges, the city selection committee and an employee organization representing the largest number of successor employees in the county. My work as the Mayors and Council Member Associations’ appointee to the Childcare Planning council, a part of our Office of Education, along with familiarity with various colleges has helped my understanding of this process.

As the primary, I will bring my statewide experience from having served on the Cal Cities revenue and taxation policy committee, two years of city council budget committee experience and my legal understanding of the fiduciary duties owing to holders of enforceable obligations and taxing entities.

Additionally, I have engaged with the assigned staff and have a great relationship with them.

I would be honored to be appointed to this position and help the board fulfill its mission.

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signed
Stephen Zollman
Sebastopol Mayor
[email protected]

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City Council
Gerard Giudice
Mayor
Emily Sanborn
Vice Mayor
Susan Hollingsworth Adams
Jackie Elward
Samantha Rodriguez
Councilmembers
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Marcela Piedra
City Manager
Michelle Marchetta Kenyon
City Attorney
Lee Burdick
Assistant City Attorney
Cindy Bagley
Director of Community Services
Jamie Cannon
Director of Human Resources
Vanessa Garrett
Director of Public Works
Alicia Giudice
Director of
Development Services
Sylvia Lopez Cuevas
City Clerk
Tim Mattos
Public Safety Director
Betsy Howze
Finance Director
January 6, 2025
2025 Chair City, City of Rohnert Park
Sonoma County Mayors’ and Councilmembers’ Association
130 Avram Avenue, Rohnert Park, CA 94928
Attn: Lauren Berges, MCA Clerk [email protected]
Re: Request for Re-Appointment to the North Bay Division, LOCC, Executive Board
Honorable Mayors and Councilmembers,
I am writing to respectfully request your support for my re-appointment to the North Bay Division, LOCC, Executive Board.

I’ve been an active member of the League of California Cities since elected to the Rohnert Park City Council in 2020 and appointed to the North Bay Division, LOCC, Executive Board in February of 2023. I would love to continue expanding my understanding of the challenges faced by all the member cities and towns, and I am excited at the opportunity to continue to work collaboratively with the League of California Cities. I believe working together and sharing common experiences will help us come up with creative solutions to ongoing issues.

Thank you so much for your consideration of my request for reappointment to the North Bay Division, LOCC, Executive Board.

Please feel free to contact me should you have any questions at (707) 588-2223, or by email at [email protected].

Sincerely,
Jackie Elward
City of Rohnert Park
Cc: City Council
City Manager
City Clerk
City Selection Committee Clerk of the Board
[email protected] and
[email protected]
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SCMCA City Selection Committee
Michelle Norman
Kyreen Gonzalez
County of Sonoma, Board of Supervisors
575 Administration Dr. Room 100A
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Re: Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District Letter of Interest To Whom it May Concern,
Please accept my request for your support for my appointment to the Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District. Agriculture, water, farmlands, wildlife and quality of life in Sonoma County is very important to me. Would love to have an opportunity to contribute to future decisions in this area.

Raised on a local Family Farm in Petaluma, I learned the importance of Agriculture and education of sustainable agriculture for future generations. My family’s land is near the Petaluma Urban Growth Boundary, it was very important for me, to protect it, supporting the recent ballot measure to expand the UGB for another 50 years. As well, as volunteering to help defeat Measure J which would have harmed our local agricultural businesses and put our local farms/ranches, in jeopardy.

In the past, I have raised awareness to the importance to our local State Parks and keeping them open to the public. My love of the community and history, earned me the Petaluma 1995 Good Egg Award.

Petaluma Adobe State Historic Park is one of the County’s first ranchos, owned by General Vallejo. It is an example of how important Agricultural lands are to our area, protecting and maintaining the waterways for wildlife etc.

My first term on the Petaluma City Council was 2004-2008, during that term, the City approved a 20- year General Plan. In 2022, I was elected again, as the District 3 Council member, again, Petaluma is working to finalize another 20-year General Plan. Looking to the future, yet remembering the past, is important to me. Quality of life for my family, friends, and neighbors is my commitment, as I serve on the City Council. I would very much like to have an opportunity to serve on a County Committee too.

Thank you for the opportunity to submit my name to this County committee, I ask for your support as a new member. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at 707-529-2487 or [email protected]
Sincerely,
Karen Nau
City of Petaluma
Council member
District 3

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Packet Pg. 246 Attachment: Board of Directors Letters of Interest Received (4736 : Mayors and Councilmembers appointments 02.03.2025) Lauren Berges <[email protected]>
Letter of Interest
1 message
Marjorie Morgenstern <[email protected]> Sun, Jan 19, 2025 at 8:13 PM To: "[email protected]" <[email protected]>
I would like to submit a letter of interest to become a member of the Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District Citizens Advisory Committee.

I grew up in Marin County at the very end of a dead end street. First the land next to our home was privately owned. Eventually the land became Open Space and the entire community was delighted that the land would be preserved and that the community could finally utilize the land for hiking gatherings and picnics. I believe Open Space and Agricultural Preservation are extremely important for our entire community. Not only is Open Space beautiful it is highly recreational as well. Open Space is important for protecting and preserving the environment.

Agricultural Preservation is important because it supports the environment along with nurturing biodiversity, local communities and the economy. Preserved farmland creates habitats for wildlife, improved soiled health, along with helping to reduce water pollution while ensuring local food supply. Preserved farmland supports numerous jobs in agriculture and in the food sector.

I would like to participate in preserving Sonoma County Open Space and Farmland for generations to come.

Farmland preservation insures that farming is here to stay. Sonoma County is a vital part of the Country’s food and wine supply and I would like to participate on a committee that supports these endeavors.

Thank you,
City of Cloverdale Councilmember Marjorie Morgenstern
Sent from my iPad
1/20/25, 11:12 AM Gmail - Letter of Interest
https://mail.google.com/mail/u/1/?ik=8cbee50ff6&view=pt&search=all&permthid=thread-f:1821739773705753131&simpl=msg-f:1821739773705753131 1/1

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Packet Pg. 247 Attachment: Board of Directors Letters of Interest Received (4736 : Mayors and Councilmembers appointments 02.03.2025) January 20, 2025
2025 Chair City,
City of Rohnert Park
Sonoma County Mayors’ and Councilmembers’ Association
130 Avram Avenue, Rohnert Park, CA 94928
Re Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District Citizens Advisory Committee Letter of Interest
Honorable Mayors and Councilmembers,
I write to respectfully request your support for my appointment to the Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District Citizens Advisory Committee. I firmly support the District’s mission to preserve agricultural lands, community identity, community health, water, and wildlands.

My diverse background and passion for open spaces gives me a unique perspective that will serve this advisory board well. I am an avid user of our open spaces through hiking, backpacking, and biking, I am a strong supporter of our county’s agriculture and view it as a cornerstone of our economy and culture. I am deeply rooted in our community and committed to serving it. I’ve served on Petaluma’s Transit Advisory Committee since 2023 (Chair for past 6 months). I also served simultaneously on Petaluma’s Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee and was the Vice Chair of this committee during this same time. My terms on these committees ended when I recently won my election to Petaluma’s City Council, at which time I was reappointed to both committees as the council liaison.

I hold a BA in Accounting and an MBA from Saint Martin’s University in Lacey Washington.

My professional background is in supply chain transportation. I’ve held key leadership positions for companies like Target and my current employer Restoration Hardware. My years of experience have taught me how to lead teams, collaborate and work with others to accomplish important goals. Our opens spaces are critical for our community’s quality of life and I’m confident my experience will help me offer meaningful contributions to this important committee.

Lastly, I’m passionate about climate change and I believe preserving our open spaces is critical to our efforts to reverse the course we are on. I am excited to join the Petaluma City Council, and I am committed to protecting our open spaces would enjoy an opportunity to work on this issue regionally.

I would be honored by your support for this appointment and respectfully ask for your vote. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at 707-971-9226 or by email at [email protected] Sincerely,
Frank Quint
Petaluma City Council member
cc: Members of Petaluma City Council

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Packet Pg. 249 Attachment: Board of Directors Letters of Interest Received (4736 : Mayors and Councilmembers appointments 02.03.2025) 130 Avram Avenue  Rohnert Park CA  94928  (707) 588-2226  Fax (707) 794-9248 www.rpcity.org
City Council
Gerard Giudice
Mayor
Emily Sanborn
Vice Mayor
Susan Hollingsworth Adams
Jackie Elward
Samantha Rodriguez
Councilmembers
________________
Marcela Piedra
City Manager
Michelle Marchetta Kenyon
City Attorney
Lee Burdick
Assistant City Attorney
Cindy Bagley
Director of Community Services
Jamie Cannon
Director of Human Resources
Vanessa Garrett
Director of Public Works
Alicia Giudice
Director of
Development Services
Sylvia Lopez Cuevas
City Clerk
Tim Mattos
Public Safety Director
Betsy Howze
Finance Director
January 6, 2025
Clerk of the Board
County of Sonoma, Board of Supervisors
575 Administration Dr, Room 100A
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Attn: Michelle Norman [email protected] Karen Gonzalez [email protected]
Re: Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) District Letter of Interest Dear City Selection Committee,
In light of the upcoming vacancies, I am writing to respectfully request your support for the appointment to the Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) District Board of Directors, for a four-year term.

I was first elected in 2020, and since then I have served as a Mayor, Vice Mayor, and Councilmember on the Rohnert Park City Council. In December of last year, I was elected by the Rohnert Park City Council to serve as Mayor for 2025. For many years, I have served as a Director for the Sonoma County Transportation Authority/Regional Climate Protection Authority, and in 2022, I was appointed as Director for the Golden Gate Bridge, Highway & Transportation District Board. I am a long-time resident of Rohnert Park and have had the fortune of witness each phase of the system come to fruition. I have been a supporter of SMART connecting cities since regular service opened in 2017.

The combination of my professional and live experiences as a resident residing on the rail line in Sonoma County will bring a unique perspective as member of the Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) District Board of Directors.

Thank you for your consideration of my request for an appointment to the Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) District Board of Directors. Please feel free to contact me should you have any questions at (707) 899-3087, or by email at [email protected]. I appreciate your support.

Kind Regards,
Gerard Giudice
Mayor, City of Rohnert Park
Cc: Rohnert Park City Council and City Manager
Cc: Lauren Berges, [email protected]
Docusign Envelope ID: 41F979C6-E2CC-4DD4-89ED-E608C92CCF91

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Packet Pg. 250 Attachment: Board of Directors Letters of Interest Received (4736 : Mayors and Councilmembers appointments 02.03.2025)

CITY OF PETALUMA
POST OFFICE BOX 61
PETALUMA, CA 94953-0061
Janice Cader Thompson
District 1
Petaluma City Hall
11 English Street
Petaluma, CA 94952
Phone (707) 778-4345
E-Mail:
[email protected]
January 19, 2025
Re: Request for Appointment to the Sonoma Marin Rail Transit (SMART) Commission Dear Board of Directors:

Dear Mayors and Council Members,
I am seeking one of two SMART-SCTA/RCPA seats representing the nine Sonoma County cities on the SMART board of directors and I humbly ask for your support. With all three seats being vacated (two SMART-SCTA/RCPA, one SMART only), it is vital to appoint experienced councilmembers who understand the intricacies of transportation funding, SMART’s role in driving city-centered development, and the importance of both the train and multi-modal trail to our cities and region. A SMART sales tax renewal will likely be on a ballot in the next two years. My hard-earned experience passing local measures and working with regional partners will be vital to SMART’s success and I will work tirelessly to make sure the renewal passes.

I currently serve as Petaluma’s representative on SCTA/RCPA where I strongly advocate for transit equity and mobility as part of Petaluma’s commitment to citycentered development and carbon neutrality. As a member of the SMART board, as I have at SCTA/RCPA, I will advocate for policies to complete SMART to Healdsburg and north to Cloverdale, as well as policies to ensure safe and reliable access to the SMART corridor from communities in east and west county.

I will use my experience and regional relationships to make sure the interests of all nine cities are represented and that the most vulnerable populations have opportunities to access safe, reliable, transportation options.

My approach to projects is to find innovative and practical solutions, work closely with partners, and to support equity, mobility and carbon neutrality. Like other cities, Petaluma city bus rides are fare-free, and we recently added Luma Go, our county’s first door-to-door pickup service. Both programs have proven successful and are utilized by Petaluma’s seniors, communities of color, and the vulnerable and underserved. Our goal is to expand Luma Go for those who need alternate transportation options —I will bring my commitment to innovative solutions that benefit all to representing your city on the SMART board.

Thank you for your careful consideration. I will work tirelessly to pass the sales tax renewal, bring my long years of experience working for practical and innovative solutions, and make sure your community’s interests are represented at SMART.

Feel free to call or email if you have any questions.

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Packet Pg. 251 Attachment: Board of Directors Letters of Interest Received (4736 : Mayors and Councilmembers appointments 02.03.2025) Sincerely,
Janice Cader Thompson
Janice Cader Thompson
Councilmember for District 1
City of Petaluma

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Packet Pg. 252 Attachment: Board of Directors Letters of Interest Received (4736 : Mayors and Councilmembers appointments 02.03.2025) Cloverdale Mayor Todd Lands
124 N Cloverdale Boulevard
Cloverdale, CA 95425
[email protected]
(707) 280-1366
1/10/2025
SMART Board of Directors
Old Redwood Highway
Suite 200
Petaluma, CA 94954
Subject: SMART Board Letter of Interest
Dear SMART Board of Directors,
I am writing to express my interest in concurrently serving as the Cloverdale city/town representative to the Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) Board of Directors and the Sonoma County Transit Authority (SCTA). As an experienced leader with a strong commitment to advancing infrastructure, providing services to economically vulnerable residents, and enhancing connectivity within our communities, my interest in serving aligns SMART’s objectives.

Serving as Mayor of Cloverdale for three consecutive terms, I have developed a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and opportunities involved in improving public services and infrastructure. During my tenure, I’ve advanced projects aimed at supporting socio-economically disadvantaged populations, ensuring that vital services reach those who need them most. I’ve collaborated with diverse stakeholders across jurisdictions to deliver positive outcomes.

SMART’s planned extension to Windsor, Healdsburg, and finally Cloverdale, aligns with my community’s desire to be connected to the rest of the region. I’m particularly interested in the potential of SMART’s rail and pathway system to enhance access to jobs, education, retail hubs, and housing, while also boosting tourism and economic growth in Cloverdale. My familiarity with local needs and priorities positions me uniquely to advocate for SMART’s expansion and ridership in northernmost Sonoma County.

In addition to my leadership experience, I bring a strong track record of fiscal responsibility and resource optimization. Crafting and managing balanced budgets has been a cornerstone of my public service career, beginning with my tenure on the board of Cloverdale Unified School District and most recently, as mayor, filling a one-million-dollar deficit and bringing the City’s spending back into the black. I highly value ensuring that community projects are both impactful and sustainable. I am confident my skills would be valuable to SMART’s ongoing success as a steward of public funds and resources.

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Packet Pg. 253 Attachment: Board of Directors Letters of Interest Received (4736 : Mayors and Councilmembers appointments 02.03.2025) I look forward to the opportunity to discuss how my leadership experience, budgetary acumen, and dedication to sustainable growth makes me a good choice to serve as the city/town representative to the SMART Board.

Warm regards,
Todd Lands,
Cloverdale Mayor
(707) 280-1366

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Packet Pg. 254 Attachment: Board of Directors Letters of Interest Received (4736 : Mayors and Councilmembers appointments 02.03.2025)

CITY OF HEALDSBURG
401 Grove Street
Healdsburg, CA 95448-4723
Visit us at www.healdsburg.gov
Ariel Kelley
Healdsburg City Councilmember
January 20, 2025
Sonoma County Mayors' & Councilmembers' Association
Re: SMART Board - SCTA Seat Letter of Interest
Honorable Mayors and Councilmembers,
As I begin my second term on the Healdsburg City Council, I am writing to request your support for my appointment to one of the two SCTA/RCPA seats on the SMART Board of Directors as the Sonoma County Mayors & Councilmembers appointee.

I am uniquely positioned to help SMART achieve its key priorities over the next four years:

For the past four years, I have served on the Sonoma County Transportation Authority/Regional Climate Protection Authority (SCTA/RCPA), planning, funding, and implementing regional and local transportation projects. In this role, I have worked diligently to advocate for Sonoma County as a whole. This has included ensuring our fair share of transportation and roadway funding and fostering collaboration among agencies often operating in silos.

Before joining the City Council, I served as CEO of Corazón Healdsburg, an equity-driven nonprofit advocating for underserved residents. In that role, I worked closely with SMART staff to secure resources and engage marginalized communities in SMART planning and funding efforts in Northern Sonoma County. I turned those insights into successful grant applications, increased ridership, and pathway planning that benefited both SMART and our local residents.

As a Sonoma County Planning Commissioner representing District 4 from 2017 to 2020, I built relationships with our tribal partners across the county. I have leveraged these relationships to secure federal and state funding for SMART through advocacy on key grant applications and by raising awareness of passenger rail as a vital transit equity issue for Native communities at the Metropolitan Transportation Commission.

As an attorney with expertise in land use law and environmental policy, I bring a deep understanding of CEQA, complex funding structures, and real estate agreements. These skills will be invaluable in executing environmental planning and construction for SMART’s northern extensions and exploring future expansions toward the Capitol Corridor.

Finally, as a parent of a nine- and eleven-year-old, I bring a personal perspective on nurturing the next generation in Sonoma County. Today families and students are using SMART in record numbers to get to school, work and other critical destinations. This lens will inform my advocacy on the SMART board as it implements the Plan Bay Area 2050 vision.

In this coming term, SMART and our regional partners will be tasked with prioritizing strategies to create a more resilient and equitable future for Sonoma County and the Bay Area. It would be an honor to put my experience to work for you on the SMART Board and I humbly ask for your support.

Successfully reauthorizing the SMART sales tax prior to its expiration.

Securing funding to complete SMART’s extension through Healdsburg to Cloverdale, including the pathway.

Increasing ridership and operationalizing freight rail service to meet critical regional economic and climate goals. [email protected] | 707-385-1282

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Packet Pg. 255 Attachment: Board of Directors Letters of Interest Received (4736 : Mayors and Councilmembers appointments 02.03.2025) Lauren Berges <[email protected]>
SMART Position
1 message
Fleming, Victoria <[email protected]> Mon, Jan 6, 2025 at 9:25 AM To: Lauren Berges <[email protected]>
January 6, 2024
Dear Mayors and Council Members,
I am writing to you to express my interest in service as your “non-SCTA” representative to SMART.

My interest in serving comes from a desire to streamline communication about planning and funding between SMART and the Metropolitan Transportation Commission which I have served on since 2021.

In this time I have successfully advocated to add the Healdsburg Station to Plan Bay Area and have been in frequent communication with staff at SMART and Board Members.

Thank you for considering me for this position. If you have any questions, please reach out to talk with me.

Warmly,
Victoria Fleming
1/6/25, 9:37 AM Gmail - SMART Position
https://mail.google.com/mail/u/1/?ik=8cbee50ff6&view=pt&search=all&permthid=thread-f:1820521204067457619&simpl=msg-f:1820521204067457619 1/1

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Packet Pg. 258 Attachment: Board of Directors Letters of Interest Received (4736 : Mayors and Councilmembers appointments 02.03.2025) January 20, 2025
2025 Chair, City of Rohnert Park
Sonoma County Mayors’ and Councilmember’s Association (SCMCA) 130 Avram Avenue
Rohnert Park, CA 94928
Attn: Lauren Berges, MCA Clerk, [email protected]
Dear SCMCA Chair, et al.,
I am enthusiastic about submitting my letter of interest for the Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) Board of Director position. My understanding is there are three positions open – two are for SCTA Board of Directors and one is for a Non-SCTA Board of Director. My interest is in the Non-SCTA Board of Director opening.

I’m passionate about the work of SMART and excited that Cotati has this opportunity to have one of its members be selected for the Board to represent our entire region. Cotati is currently working on an update to the Santero Way Specific Plan which would facilitate a residentially focused transit-oriented community (TOC) surrounding the SMART station in Cotati, which may be the first TOC in the Bay Area. Having this TOC experience would enable me to share that with the other nine (9) cities in the county. This is going to benefit infill and other similar projects at the other cities in Sonoma County.

In Cotati, the City Council recently approved an agreement with the City of Rohnert Park and Sonoma State University to work on issues on a collaborative basis, and SMART would be one of those areas. Ensuring that SMART and the parallel multi-use path continues towards completion is of utmost importance to all residents in Sonoma County. The new Redwood Bikeshare program installed in Cotati, has the highest ridership in Sonoma County and could be attributed to our SMART station’s proximity to Sonoma State University. I’m aware that SMART has some important work and initiatives and know I would be able to lend my skills and support.

I’m a hard-working public servant that works strategically with others to connect and build coalitions. As a Board Director, I would be able to use my bilingual public information officer experience to help outreach for the upcoming sales tax renewal. Also, my experience and ideas would help with community engagement and engaging groups of voters and riders who are traditionally difficult to reach.

I will be fully committed to the SMART Board and look forward to serving to help the Board and organization meet its goals and objectives. Since I retired from my 34-year career in public service at the County of Sonoma, I have been serving as a City Councilmember in Cotati and look forward to sharing and connecting all communities with the work and aspirations of SMART.

Thank you for your time and consideration and please let me know if I can answer any further questions.

Sincerely,
Sylvia Lemus
Sylvia Lemus
Vice-Mayor, City of Cotati
[email protected]
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sylvia-lemus-369a4929/

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CITY OF HEALDSBURG

CITY COUNCIL FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
(NOTE: The schedule is tentative and subject to change pending final publication and posting of the City Council meeting agenda) February 18, 2025 HUSD Presentation on Climate, Russian River Atlas Projects and Public Art as an infrastructure (Tuesday) Spay/Neuter Awareness Month Proclamation
Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District
Electrification Energy Demand Forecast
Approve the audited Financial Statements for FY2023-24
Approval of Minutes
Public Hearing #3 on District Elections
FY2024-25 Mid-Year Budget Review
March 3, 2025 Proclamation Recognizing Red Cross Month
Proclamation Recognizing Women’s History Month
Police Department Annual Update
Review and Renew City of Healdsburg Military Equipment Use Ordinance and Policy and Review and Approve Annual Military Equipment Report
Formula Retail Business Ordinance – 1
st reading
TEFRA Hearing – Issuance of Tax-Exempt Debt by Burbank Housing for Dry Creek Commons Housing Trust Fund Presentation
March 17, 2025 Cesar Chavez Day Proclamation
National Surveyor’s Week Proclamation
General Plan Annual Progress Report
Growth Management Ordinance Annual Report
Housing Element Annual Progress Report
Notice of Completion for Recycled Water Pipeline Project Public Hearing #4 on District Elections

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April 7, 2025 Sexual Assault Awareness Month Proclamation Volunteer Month Proclamation
Week of the Young Child Proclamation
Annual Fire Department Update
SB1205 Report
Memorandum of Understanding to be a member agency in the Russian River Reuse Collective (R3C) Public Hearing #5 on District Elections
Reach For Home Quarterly Update
April 18, 2025
City Council Goal Setting Session
April 21, 2025
Energy Efficiency Forecast 2025-2045 to Meet State Forecasting Requirements and Energy Programs Update
Sports Organization Affiliation Agreements
Presentation of Multicultural Wellness Center Concepts
May 5, 2025 Public Service Recognition Week Proclamation Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month Proclamation 2 nd Reading – District Elections
Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District
Laura Fish Somersal Park Phase 1 Schematic Design Review May 19, 2025 Public Works Week Proclamation
Affordable housing Month Proclamation
Jewish American Heritage Month Proclamation

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Weed Abatement
Sonoma County Funding for Community Center Improvements June 2, 2025 Pride Month Proclamation
Elder Abuse Awareness Month Proclamation
Gun Violence Awareness Day Proclamation
Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Program Participation and Results Speed Limit Reduction Ordinance – 1
st reading
(NOTE: The schedule is tentative and subject to change pending final publication and posting of the City Council meeting agenda)

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