Healdsburg public meetings in 2021

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

The Commission will meet to develop a preliminary list of goals and projects for the 2022 calendar year. The discussion includes deciding which 2021 initiatives should continue and identifying new strategies for the upcoming year.

• Discussion of 2022 Commission goals and project strategies
• Introduction of incoming commissioner Donna O’Brien
• Recognition of outgoing commissioner Leila Sigler
• Update on Community Services and Senior Center activities

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a telecommunications project by GTE Mobilenet dba as Verizon Wireless. The meeting also includes administrative actions such as approving previous minutes and the current agenda.

• Public hearing for Verizon Telecommunications Facility at 923 S. Fitch Mountain Road

The Healdsburg Planning Commission voted 6-0 to continue the public hearing for the Verizon Telecommunications Facility at 923 S. Fitch Mountain Road to a date uncertain. The continuance was granted to allow time for a third-party review of coverage and siting options, after commissioners split 3-3 on whether the project met required findings. No final decision was made on the conditional use permits, design review, or variance.

• Approved December 14, 2021 agenda (6-0)
• Approved November 9, 2021 minutes (6-0)
• Continued Verizon Telecommunications Facility hearing (CUP 2016-07; CUP 2021-08; DR 2016-06; V 2017-01) to a date uncertain for third-party review (6-0)

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council is holding a special meeting that is largely procedural, with the only substantive item being a closed session to meet with legal counsel regarding significant exposure to litigation, specifically one potential case. The meeting will be conducted remotely via Zoom due to the COVID-19 state of emergency, and public comment is limited to agenda items.

• Closed session with legal counsel on potential litigation (one case)
• Remote meeting via Zoom due to COVID-19
• Public comment allowed on agenda items

Planning Commission

The Healdsburg Planning Commission is holding a workshop to discuss conceptual plans for a pool and fitness amenity building in the Mill District project. No official action will be taken; the purpose is to introduce the project and gather input from the commission and community.

• Conceptual plans for Pool & Fitness Amenity on Lot 1 of Mill District project
• Location: 146 and 164 Healdsburg Avenue (APN 002-870-002)
• Applicant: Replay Healdsburg, LLC
• CEQA exemption cited (Guidelines 15183 and 15132)
• No formal applications (DR and CUP) submitted yet

City Council

This is a special meeting agenda with a single substantive item: a closed-session performance evaluation of the City Attorney, conducted under state law. The council will also approve the agenda and take public comments on the closed-session item. No other business is scheduled.

• Closed session: performance evaluation of City Attorney (Gov. Code § 54957(b))
• Approval of the special meeting agenda
• Public comment opportunity on the closed-session item

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will hold a regular meeting on December 6, 2021, with a consent calendar covering routine items such as minutes, financial reports, and resolutions. Notable actions include approving a contract for emergency generator repairs, joining the national opioid settlement, and adopting the 2022 Utility Wildfire Mitigation Plan. The council will also discuss downtown business support, speed limit reductions, and a lease amendment for Villa Chanticleer.

• Contract with Peterson Power Systems for emergency generator repairs at Wastewater Reclamation Facility, not to exceed $102,325
• Resolution to join National Opioid Litigation settlement (In re: National Prescription Opiate Litigation)
• Ordinance repealing Chapter 8.08 (Garbage and Refuse) and enacting new Solid Waste chapter
• Resolution approving 2022 Utility Wildfire Mitigation Plan
• Lease amendment with Tayman Park Golf Inc. for Villa Chanticleer, terminating June 30, 2022

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator is holding a hearing to consider a Conditional Use Permit (CUP 2021-07) that would convert an existing single-family dwelling at 327 East Street into a short-term rental (less than 30 days). The project is categorically exempt from CEQA review. Public comment can be submitted via Zoom or phone.

• Conditional Use Permit CUP 2021-07 for vacation rental at 327 East Street
• Applicant: Russ Harding
• APN 002-193-010
• CEQA exemption under Section 15303, Class 3
• Meeting held via Zoom Webinar, ID 827 4351 3386

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

The Healdsburg Senior Citizens Advisory Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, November 24, 2021, is cancelled. The agenda contains only the cancellation notice and standard administrative language about public records and disability accommodations; no business items are listed.

• November 24, 2021 meeting cancelled

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will receive a staff report and provide direction on developing cannabis-related policies. The city currently prohibits all commercial cannabis operations, though personal indoor cultivation is allowed. The council may consider revising the Municipal Code to permit certain commercial activities or adjust cultivation standards.

• Discussion on cannabis policy options, including potential revision of Municipal Code to allow commercial cannabis activities
• Staff report covers zoning, taxation, equity, and comparison with other Sonoma County cities
• Current prohibition on all commercial cannabis operations; personal indoor cultivation allowed per Proposition 64

Parks & Recreation Commission

The special meeting scheduled for November 17, 2021, was adjourned. The adjournment occurred due to a lack of quorum.

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a transition to Stage 2 water shortage emergency measures to reduce usage by 20%. The agenda also includes several contract approvals, including police salary adjustments and vehicle procurements.

• Implementation of Stage 2 water shortage emergency plan for 20% usage reduction
• 3.0% salary increase for Healdsburg Police Officers Association classifications
• 7% special assignment pay for the CORE Policing Team Officer
• Purchase of police and city vehicles not to exceed $124,064
• Landscape maintenance contract with Golden Gate Landscaping up to $419,910 over three years

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council is holding a special meeting with a closed session to discuss anticipated litigation, specifically one case under Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2). The agenda includes only procedural items: agenda approval, public comments, and the closed session, with no other substantive decisions or discussions listed.

• Closed session: Conference with Legal Counsel regarding anticipated litigation (one case)
• Public comments allowed on agenda items
• Meeting held via Zoom and in person with COVID-19 vaccination requirement for entry

Parks & Recreation Commission

The November 10, 2021 meeting of the Healdsburg Parks and Recreation Commission is cancelled because not enough members are available. A special meeting is scheduled for November 17, with an agenda to be posted later.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
• Special meeting scheduled for November 17

Planning Commission

The Healdsburg Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request for a 1-year time extension and design review revision for the approved 14-room expansion of the Duchamp Hotel at 421 Foss Street. The commission will also elect officers due to a vacancy. The meeting will be held via teleconference due to COVID-19.

• Public hearing on DR 2018-11: time extension and design review revision for Duchamp Hotel expansion (421 Foss Street)
• Election of officers due to vacancy
• Approval of agenda and minutes for October 12, 2021
• CEQA exemption (Class 32, In-fill) for the Duchamp Hotel project

The Healdsburg Planning Commission approved a 1-year time extension and a design revision for the 14-room expansion of the Duchamp Hotel at 421 Foss Street. The time extension was approved 6-0-1, and the revision was approved 4-2-1, with two commissioners opposed and one abstaining. The revision includes updated floorplans, minor exterior changes, and relocating some rooms to the northerly part of the site. The project is exempt from CEQA under the Class 32 In-fill Exemption.

• Approved November 9, 2021 agenda (7-0)
• Approved October 12, 2021 minutes (6-0-1, Luks abstain)
• Appointed Jerry Eddinger as Chair effective December 1, 2021 (6-0-1, Eddinger abstain)
• Approved 1-year time extension for Duchamp Hotel project (6-0-1, Eddinger abstain)
• Approved design revision for Duchamp Hotel project (4-2-1, Luks and Breznikar opposed, Eddinger abstain)

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will receive updates on COVID-19 and drought, hear about the new CORE policing team, and discuss a proposed approach for allocating $200,000 to community non-profits. They will also discuss timing and protocols for returning to in-person meetings and how to fill vacancies on three commissions. The consent calendar includes routine approvals such as investment and disbursement reports, a firefighter union MOU extension, and contracts for network cabling and a utility billing system upgrade.

• Purchase agreement with T&R Communications, Inc. for $85,063 for Corporation Yard and Fire Department re-cabling
• Purchase agreement with NorthStar Utilities Solutions for $122,970 for Utility Billing System Upgrade, funded by Electric, Water, and Wastewater funds
• Resolution extending Memorandum of Understanding with International Association of Fire Fighters Local 2604 through June 30, 2024
• Discussion of allocating $200,000 to community-serving non-profits via Community Response Grants Program
• Road closure of Center Street between North and Plaza Streets for Turkey Trot on November 25, 2021

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

The Healdsburg Senior Citizens Advisory Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, October 27, 2021, is cancelled. The agenda contains only the cancellation notice and standard procedural boilerplate about document access and disability accommodations.

• October 27, 2021 meeting cancelled

Planning Commission

The Healdsburg Planning Commission's regularly scheduled meeting for October 26, 2021, has been cancelled. There are no items on the agenda, so no decisions or discussions will take place.

• Meeting cancelled

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Healdsburg City Council, held remotely via Zoom due to the COVID-19 state of emergency. The agenda includes approval of the meeting agenda, public comments, and a closed session for conference with labor negotiators regarding employee organizations HPOA and IAFF. No other items are scheduled for discussion.

• Closed session under Government Code Section 54957.6 for labor negotiations with HPOA and IAFF
• Agency negotiators: City Manager Kay, Administrative Services Director Sturmfels, and Contract Labor Negotiator Patrick Clark

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt the 2020 Urban Water Management Plan and Water Shortage Contingency Plan, and will consider several consent items including a phone system upgrade, biosolids conveyor purchase, and road closures for Dia de los Muertos. New business includes a groundwater consulting agreement and a joint application for state Homekey funding.

• Adopt 2020 Urban Water Management Plan and Water Shortage Contingency Plan
• Approve $214,907 phone system upgrade with Development Group, Inc.
• Authorize $245,893.75 biosolids conveyor purchase and $67,001 design agreement with West Yost Associates
• Approve $99,116 groundwater consulting agreement with GEI Consultants
• Road closures on Plaza, Center, and Matheson Streets for Dia de los Muertos on Oct 31

Parks & Recreation Commission

The October 13, 2021 Parks and Recreation Commission meeting is cancelled due to lack of a quorum. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum

Planning Commission

The Healdsburg Planning Commission will meet remotely via Zoom to consider a 1-year time extension for an approved Major Design Review at 807 Healdsburg Avenue, which involves demolishing two dwelling units and constructing a mixed-use building with commercial space and four residential units. The commission will also select a representative to the Housing Element Work Group. The meeting includes routine administrative actions, public comments, and reports.

• Time extension for DR 2019-11 at 807 Healdsburg Avenue (APNs 002-033-003 & 002-033-016)
• Appointment of Planning Commission representative to Housing Element Work Group
• Approval of agenda and minutes for August 24, 2021
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker

The Healdsburg Planning Commission appointed Commissioner Carrie Hunt as its representative to the Housing Element Work Group. It also approved a one-year time extension for a mixed-use project at 807 Healdsburg Avenue. The meeting was held virtually and included no public comments.

• Approved October 12, 2021 agenda (5-0-2)
• Approved August 24, 2021 minutes (5-0-2)
• Appointed Commissioner Carrie Hunt to Housing Element Work Group (6-0-1)
• Approved one-year time extension for DR 2019-11 at 807 Healdsburg Avenue (6-0-1)

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will discuss next steps for a Universal/Guaranteed Income Pilot Program, including whether to issue a request for proposals and how to incorporate community engagement. The Council will also consider approving a fire protection services agreement with the County of Sonoma. The meeting includes several routine consent items, such as approving minutes, investment and disbursement reports, and a professional services agreement for habitat restoration. The meeting will be held remotely via Zoom due to the COVID-19 state of emergency.

• Discussion of next steps for a Universal/Guaranteed Income Pilot Program
• Resolution approving fire protection services agreement with County of Sonoma
• Professional Services Agreement with Circuit Rider Community Services for $64,281.19 for Foss Creek Pathway Segments 7 and 8 habitat restoration
• Resolution authorizing destruction of certain records in Public Works, Utilities and Police Departments
• Resolution approving IBEW side letter implementing Cost of Living Adjustment for FY 2021-22

Planning Commission

The Healdsburg Planning Commission meeting scheduled for September 28, 2021, has been cancelled. There are no items on the agenda, so no decisions or discussions will take place.

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

The Healdsburg Senior Citizens Advisory Commission meets virtually to receive status updates from its ad-hoc subcommittees. The Emergency Preparedness group reports on the distribution of a new reference tool and a public forum held on September 15. The Age-Friendly group presents results from a community survey that received 124 responses. The meeting also includes the recognition of outgoing commissioners Terry Kemp and Bob Santucci.

• Emergency Preparedness subcommittee distributed a reference tool with evacuation zones and phone numbers
• Age-Friendly subcommittee completed a survey with 124 responses (114 electronic, 10 hard copy)
• Recognition of outgoing Commissioners Terry Kemp and Bob Santucci
• Introduction of Recreation Coordinator Yaquelin Buenrostro

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council is holding a special meeting that is primarily procedural, with the main substantive item being a closed session to confer with legal counsel about anticipated litigation. The meeting will be conducted remotely via Zoom due to COVID-19, with public comment allowed on agenda items.

• Closed session: Conference with legal counsel regarding significant exposure to litigation (one case)
• Approval of the September 20, 2021 special meeting agenda
• Public comment period for items on the agenda

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will meet remotely to consider routine items including record destruction, a power purchase agreement, and a resolution on a rail line. The main substantive item is establishing a participation fee for residential delivery of recycled water. The council will also review master plans for a new park, Badger Park redevelopment, and Russian River access.

• Resolution to establish a participation fee for residential recycled water delivery
• Review of master plan for new public park in Montage Development
• Review of redevelopment master plan for Badger Park
• Proposed Russian River access enhancements
• Resolution approving Third Phase Agreement for power purchase with South Feather Water and Power Agency

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for September 14, 2021, was cancelled because of a conflict with elections.

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council is holding a special meeting to receive a report on regional and local efforts to address homelessness. The meeting will be conducted remotely via Zoom due to COVID-19 precautions, with public comment allowed by phone or online.

• Receive report on regional and local efforts to address homelessness

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Healdsburg Parks and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for September 8, 2021, is cancelled. The agenda contains only the cancellation notice and standard procedural boilerplate about public records and disability accommodations.

• Meeting cancelled for September 8, 2021

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Healdsburg City Council. The only substantive item is a closed session to discuss labor negotiations with employee organizations. The meeting is conducted remotely via Zoom due to COVID-19, with public comment allowed only on agenda items.

• Closed session under Government Code Section 54957.6 for labor negotiations
• Negotiators: City Manager Kay, Administrative Services Director Sturmfels, Contract Labor Negotiator Patrick Clark
• Employee organizations: HPOA, IAFF, IBEW, Mid-management and Professional Employees Association

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will consider several budget amendments, including appropriating American Rescue Plan Act funds, establishing a small business loan forgiveness program, and reauthorizing positions. They will also provide direction on the residential recycled water hauling program. The meeting is held remotely via Zoom due to COVID-19.

• Budget amendment for American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 funds
• Establishment of targeted loan forgiveness for Small Business Sustainability Loan Program
• Resolution rescinding Resolution No. 129-2020 and reestablishing authorized positions
• Direction on residential recycled water hauling program structure and duration
• Acceptance of College Street Sewer & Water Main Replacement Project as complete

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Healdsburg Parks and Recreation Commission is holding a special meeting to review proposed master plans for a new public park in the Montage Development, the redevelopment of Badger Park, and Russian River access enhancements. The meeting is virtual due to COVID-19, and the agenda includes only this old business item plus routine approvals.

• Review of proposed master plan for new public park in Montage Development
• Review of redevelopment master plan for Badger Park
• Proposed Russian River access enhancements
• Approval of minutes from April and May 2021 meetings

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

The Healdsburg Senior Citizens Advisory Commission has cancelled its meeting scheduled for Wednesday, August 25, 2021. The notice was posted on August 22, 2021. No specific agenda items, decisions, or discussions are listed because the meeting did not take place.

• Meeting scheduled for August 25, 2021, is cancelled

Planning Commission

The Healdsburg Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to review Major Design Review application DR 2021-11 for a fire substation. The project involves a 4,127-square-foot, one-story building with a maximum height of 27 feet 6 inches on a 0.85-acre parcel. The agenda also includes standard administrative actions such as approving minutes and accepting public comments.

• Major Design Review DR 2021-11 for a 4,127 sq ft fire substation at 1804 Healdsburg Avenue
• Project includes a 20'x18' storage shed, 15 parking spaces, and rooftop communications equipment
• Applicant is Sonoma Luxury Resort, LLC; previous permit DR 2018-02 expired in April 2019
• Project is exempt from CEQA review under In-fill Exemption Guidelines Section 15332, Class 32

The Healdsburg Planning Commission approved the Major Design Review for the new fire substation at 1804 Healdsburg Avenue, with a 6-0-1 vote (Commissioner Brunner absent). The project includes a 4,127-square-foot building, parking, and landscaping, and is exempt from CEQA. The commission also approved the meeting agenda and the June 8, 2021, minutes.

• Approved DR 2021-11 Major Design Review for Healdsburg Fire Substation at 1804 Healdsburg Avenue (6-0-1, Brunner absent)
• Approved August 24, 2021, agenda (6-0-1, Brunner absent)
• Approved June 8, 2021, minutes (5-0-1-1, Brunner absent, Eddinger abstained)

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop to receive feedback on the draft 2020 Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP) and the Water Efficiency Landscape Ordinance (WELO). The meeting includes a presentation on forecasting water demand through 2045 and analyzing supply during drought conditions.

• Public feedback session on the draft 2020 Urban Water Management Plan
• Review of the Water Efficiency Landscape Ordinance (WELO)
• Proclamation honoring Caroline Marker
• Discussion of groundwater well construction plans to increase supply by 158 million gallons per year

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting on August 16, 2021. The agenda consists of procedural items and a closed session for conferences with labor negotiators.

• Approval of the August 16, 2021 Special Meeting Agenda
• Closed session conference with labor negotiators representing HPOA, IAFF, IBEW, and Mid-management and Professional Employees Association

City Council

The City Council will vote to adopt the Healdsburg Arts and Culture Master Plan and approve the revised schematic design for the Foley Family Community Pavilion. Routine items include accepting the Floating Solar High-Voltage Trench project as complete and attesting to the 2020 Power Source Disclosure Report. The meeting will also feature a report on the 2021 drought and water supply.

• Adoption of the Healdsburg Arts and Culture Master Plan
• Approval of the revised schematic design for the Foley Family Community Pavilion
• Acceptance of the Floating Solar High-Voltage Trench project (total cost $92,131.91)
• Attestation of the Calendar Year 2020 Power Source Disclosure Report
• Report on 2021 Drought and Water Supply Update

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Healdsburg Parks and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, August 11, 2021, was cancelled. The cancellation occurred due to a lack of a quorum.

Zoning Administrator

This Zoning Administrator meeting agenda contains no substantive items. The single item originally scheduled for the hearing has been withdrawn for revision, so no decisions or discussions will occur at this meeting.

• Scheduled item withdrawn for revision

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for August 10, 2021, has been cancelled. There are no items on the agenda for this date.

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will hold a regular meeting with no public hearings or old business. Key items include a presentation on the Climate Mobilization Strategy by the Regional Climate Protection Authority, followed by council discussion of priorities. The consent calendar includes routine approvals such as minutes, investment reports, disbursements, and several resolutions, including a $135,000 Community Development Block Grant for the Ward Street Neighborhood Revitalization project and a traffic signal maintenance contract not to exceed $45,000.

• Climate Mobilization Strategy presentation and discussion
• FY2021-22 CDBG grant application for $135,000 for Ward Street Neighborhood Revitalization
• Traffic signal maintenance contract to DC Electric Group, Inc. for up to $45,000 annually
• Hire retired annuitant as Assistant City Manager during recruitment
• Loan repayment terms for Community Services Fund from Measure T Fund

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

The Healdsburg Senior Citizens Advisory Commission is holding a virtual regular meeting. The agenda includes a drought update from the city's Utility Conservation Analyst, a report from the City Council liaison, and updates from ad-hoc subcommittees. The meeting is open for public comment on non-agenda items.

• Drought update by Felicia Smith, City Utility Conservation Analyst
• City Council Liaison report by Skylaer Palacios
• Ad-hoc committee status updates
• Approval of May 2021 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Healdsburg Planning Commission's regularly scheduled meeting on July 27, 2021, has been cancelled. There are no agenda items to discuss.

• Meeting cancelled

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Healdsburg Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting virtually to elect a vice chair and review an updated draft of the Arts and Culture Master Plan, which they may recommend to City Council. They will also discuss preliminary master plans for a new park in the Montage Development, Badger Park redevelopment, and Russian River access enhancements.

• Election of a new vice chair to serve the remainder of 2021
• Review of updated Arts and Culture Master Plan draft and possible recommendation to City Council
• Review of preliminary master plan for new public park in Montage Development
• Review of preliminary redevelopment master plan for Badger Park
• Discussion of Russian River access enhancements

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled July 13, 2021 Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled. There are no items on the agenda.

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

The Healdsburg Senior Citizens Advisory Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, June 23, 2021, is cancelled. The agenda contains only the cancellation notice and standard procedural boilerplate about public records access and disability accommodations.

• June 23, 2021 meeting cancelled

Planning Commission

The Healdsburg Planning Commission meeting scheduled for June 22, 2021, has been cancelled. There are no items on the agenda for this meeting.

Zoning Administrator

The Healdsburg Zoning Administrator will hold a virtual public hearing on June 22, 2021, to consider a minor variance application (V 2021-01) for a property at 216 2nd Street. The applicant seeks to allow a garage within the required 20-foot front yard setback (approximately 10 feet) and two-story house sections within the required 10-foot side yard setback (approximately 5 feet). The project is categorically exempt under CEQA Guidelines. Public comments can be submitted in writing or during the remote hearing.

• Minor variance to reduce front yard setback from 20 feet to approximately 10 feet for a garage
• Minor variance to reduce side yard setback from 10 feet to approximately 5 feet for two-story house sections
• Location: 216 2nd Street, APN 002-221-023
• Applicant: Michael Swicegood / Swicegood Civil Engineering, Inc
• Categorical exemption under CEQA Guidelines Section 15305 and 15061(b)

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will discuss how to spend approximately $2.8 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds, with no action required at this time. The meeting also includes a consent calendar with numerous routine contracts and agreements, plus public hearings on weed abatement and the landscaping and lighting assessment district.

• Discussion of expenditure options for $2.8M in American Rescue Plan Act funds
• Public hearing on weed abatement resolution
• Public hearing on Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District annual assessments
• Consent item: Axon contract renewal for body cameras and Tasers, $268,096.57
• Consent item: Grant from Coastal Conservancy for wildfire fuels management, $505,000

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will receive a presentation on the drought status and the City's plan to implement Stage 3 mandatory water conservation. The agenda includes a staff report recommending a local emergency declaration to accelerate contracting for recycled water hauling to protect parks. The report notes that without a 40% reduction in water use, the City faces estimated fines of $250,000 per month from the State Water Board.

• Proposal to declare a local emergency to speed contracting for recycled water hauling to City parks
• Recommendation to implement Stage 3 conservation measures, including a residential budget of 300 cubic feet per person per month
• Proposal for a $40 fee per delivery (up to 500 gallons) for a residential recycled water hauling program
• Report on State Water Board 'notices of unavailability' for Fitch, Gauntlett, and Digger’s Bend water rights
• Discussion of potential damage to Badger Park, Barbieri Park, Gibbs Park, West Plaza, and the Skate Park due to lack of irrigation

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a major design review for a property conversion. The proposal involves turning a tasting room and retail space into a restaurant.

• Major Design Review (DR 2021-03) for an 89-seat restaurant at 113 Plaza Street
• Proposed remodeling of 3,205 sqft of existing area
• Proposed addition of a 750 sqft second-floor mezzanine
• Proposed addition of a 150 sqft roof terrace

The Healdsburg Planning Commission voted 4-2-1 to approve a Major Design Review (DR 2021-03) for converting an existing tasting room/retail space into an 89-seat restaurant at 113 Plaza Street, with a condition to work with staff on alternative sign designs. The project includes a mezzanine, roof terrace, and facade modifications. Commissioners Brunner and Luks voted no, and Eddinger abstained due to a conflict of interest. The meeting also included public comments about the Verizon cell tower and a report that the June 22 meeting is cancelled.

• Approved DR 2021-03 for 89-seat restaurant at 113 Plaza Street (4-2-1, Eddinger abstained)
• Added condition to work with staff on alternative sign designs
• Approved June 8, 2021 agenda (7-0)
• Approved May 25, 2021 minutes (5-0-2, Eddinger and Brunner abstained)

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will consider declaring a drought emergency and implementing Stage 3 water conservation measures to achieve a 40% reduction in water use. The council will also review the city's third-quarter budget and discuss reestablishing late fees and utility disconnects for past-due accounts from the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Stage 3 water conservation and drought emergency declaration
• Budget amendment for FY 2020-21
• Reestablishing late fees and utility disconnects
• Contract award for Badger Substation reconstruction ($3,093,100)
• Contract award for Highland Circle to Scenic Lane Waterline Extension ($268,125)

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

The Healdsburg Senior Citizens Advisory Commission will hold a virtual meeting to hear a presentation on street and sidewalk maintenance from Public Works Director Larry Zimmer, elect a new vice-chair for the remainder of 2021, and receive updates from subcommittees. The meeting is conducted remotely due to COVID-19, with public comment via Zoom.

• Street and Sidewalk Maintenance presentation by Larry Zimmer
• Election of new Vice-Chair for remainder of 2021
• Approval of March 2021 minutes
• Committee updates from ad-hoc subcommittees

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission is holding a workshop to review a draft copy of the Arts and Culture Master Plan. Members will provide feedback to staff and planning consultants regarding the plan's goals for cultural development.

• Review of Arts and Culture Master Plan draft
• Drought update regarding impacts to parks and sports facilities

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding public hearings for two components of the North Village project at 16977 Healdsburg Avenue. The body will consider design reviews and conditional use permits for a mixed-use residential development and a hotel.

• DR 2021-07, CUP 2021-04: Mixed-use development with 45 apartments, 5 live-work units, and 12,500 sq. ft. of retail on 5.10 acres
• DR 2021-06, CUP 2021-03: 108-key hotel with a restaurant, rooftop bar, fitness facility, and spa on 8.12 acres

The Healdsburg Planning Commission approved both the North Village Mixed Use/Residential project (45 apartments, 5 live-work units, retail) and the North Village Hotel (108 rooms) with added conditions. The approvals were unanimous (5-0-2, with two commissioners absent). Conditions added include two additional street trees on Dovetail Lane, an on-demand lighted crosswalk on Boxheart Drive, and establishment of a Transportation Management Association to coordinate TDM plans.

• Approved DR 2021-07, CUP 2021-04 (North Village Mixed Use/Residential) with conditions (5-0-2)
• Approved DR 2021-06, CUP 2021-03 (North Village Hotel) with conditions (5-0-2)
• Added condition for two street trees on Dovetail Lane, removing two parking spaces
• Added condition for on-demand lighted crosswalk on Boxheart Drive
• Added condition to establish a Transportation Management Association before first certificate of occupancy

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Healdsburg Parks and Recreation Commission will review a request from SD Media Productions to use the Plaza for a Grand Tasting event on May 20-21, 2022, part of a proposed Sonoma County Wine & Food Experience. The Commission will make a recommendation to City Council on whether to approve or deny five waivers to the City's Special Event Policy, including allowing a non-profit sponsor, waiving the 24-hour use limit, serving alcohol, restricting park access, and holding the event between November and May. The event would include a $125,000 charitable contribution to local organizations and is expected to draw about 2,000 attendees.

• Request to waive Special Event Policy for non-Healdsburg-based 501(c)3 organizer (SD Media Productions)
• Waiver to serve alcohol (beer and wine) in Plaza Park on May 21, 2022, 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
• Waiver to restrict access to Plaza Park from May 20, 7:30 a.m. to May 21, 10 p.m.
• Waiver to host event in Plaza Park between November and May
• Proposed $125,000 charitable contribution to Sonoma County Grape Growers Foundation and Healdsburg FFA

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will hold a regular meeting on May 17, 2021, via Zoom due to COVID-19. The agenda includes a proclamation for retiring Police Chief Kevin Burke, a presentation on park and Russian River access planning, and reports on COVID-19 and drought. Key actions include approving a $1,167,197 contract for the Recycled Water Program Expansion Phase 2, a land lease with Verizon Wireless for a telecommunications facility at Tayman Park Golf Course, and a policy on flag displays. The council will also discuss reestablishing late fees and utility disconnects for past-due accounts.

• Conditionally award $1,167,197 contract to Terracon Constructors, Inc. for Recycled Water Program Expansion Phase 2
• Approve land lease and easement with Verizon Wireless for wireless facility at Tayman Park Golf Course (923 and 931 South Fitch Mountain Road)
• Adopt resolution for flag display policy on city property
• Approve MOU with Local 1245, IBEW for period ending June 30, 2022
• Authorize $250,000 grant application for Healdsburg Electric Bike Share Program with $40,000 local match

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Healdsburg Parks and Recreation Commission will review a request from the Boys & Girls Club of Sonoma-Marin to allow alcohol consumption and fencing of Plaza Park for the Healdsburg Crush event on October 17, 2021, and make a recommendation to City Council. The commission will also receive a presentation on drought response and the city's 20% mandatory water conservation, and review a special event concept for a proposed Wine and Food Festival in May 2022.

• Request to allow beer and wine consumption in Plaza Park from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on October 17, 2021
• Request to fence Plaza Park for the event, with dark green snow fencing approved in 2019
• Drought response presentation on the city's 20% mandatory water conservation and park water use reduction plans
• Review of SD Media Productions' concept for a Plaza Grand Tasting event on May 20-22, 2022

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled May 11, 2021 Healdsburg Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled. There are no items on the agenda, so no decisions or discussions will take place.

• Meeting cancelled

Zoning Administrator

The Healdsburg Zoning Administrator will hold a virtual public hearing to consider a conditional use permit (CUP 2021-02) for mechanical equipment and screening exceeding the maximum allowed building height at 106 Matheson Street. The meeting is conducted remotely due to COVID-19 orders. The agenda contains one substantive item; the rest is procedural instructions for remote participation.

• Conditional Use Permit CUP 2021-02 for mechanical equipment and screening exceeding maximum building height at 106 Matheson Street (APN 002-242-056)
• Applicant: Eddinger Enterprises, Inc., Jerry Eddinger
• CEQA review concluded no further environmental review required under Public Resources Code Section 21083.3 and CEQA Guidelines Section 15183
• Virtual meeting via Webex (Meeting ID: 187 183 1824) with live public comment via hand-raise feature

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council is holding a special meeting on May 3, 2021, to approve the agenda, take public comments, and then adjourn to a closed session. The only substantive item is a closed-session conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation. The meeting will be held remotely via Zoom due to COVID-19.

• Closed session on existing litigation: County of Sonoma et al. v. Pacific Gas and Electric Company et al (SCV-267391)
• Public comments allowed on agenda items before closed session
• Remote meeting via Zoom Webinar; no physical public attendance
• Agenda approval and roll call

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will vote on implementing Stage 2 of the Water Shortage Emergency Plan, which mandates a 20% reduction in water use. They will also consider a second reading of an Accessory Dwelling Unit ordinance and several consent items, including contracts and agreements. The meeting is remote via Zoom due to COVID-19.

• Stage 2 Water Shortage Emergency Plan (20% reduction)
• Second reading of ADU ordinance (Land Use Code Amendment 2021-01)
• Amendment to Patrick Clark Consulting agreement (+$25,000 to $125,000)
• Professional Services Agreement with DKF Solutions ($57,000)
• Sidewalk easement dedication at 610 Prince Street

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

The Healdsburg Senior Citizens Advisory Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, April 28, 2021, is cancelled. The agenda consists solely of this cancellation notice and standard procedural boilerplate regarding document access and disability accommodations.

• April 28, 2021 meeting cancelled

Planning Commission

The April 27, 2021 Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled. There are no agenda items to discuss or decide.

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council is meeting remotely via Zoom to consider several items, including a public hearing on accessory dwelling unit (ADU) regulations, an exclusive negotiation agreement for an affordable housing site, and a proclamation condemning discrimination. The consent calendar includes approvals for a subdivision, sidewalk funding, an airport pavement plan, and a polystyrene ban.

• Public hearing on Land Use Code Amendment 2021-01 to revise ADU regulations (first reading)
• Exclusive Negotiation Agreement with Burbank Housing for 155 Dry Creek affordable housing site
• Professional Services Agreement with Brandley Engineering for $95,000 for airport pavement plan
• Resolution requesting $30,000 in TDA3 funds for Front Street Sidewalk Gap Closure Project
• Ordinance prohibiting use and sale of polystyrene foam food service ware

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council is holding a special meeting to review and adopt the draft City Council Goals for Fiscal Year 2021-22. The goals cover a wide range of initiatives including housing, environmental stewardship, infrastructure, governance, and public safety. The meeting is conducted remotely via Zoom due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Adopt Fiscal Year 2021-22 City Council Goals
• Housing Element Update with zoning/density study of downtown
• Potential impact of cannabis sales/production in Healdsburg
• Review permit fees and consider fee holiday by June 2021
• Complete survey of multi-family housing for affordable conversion

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will receive updates on several community projects. Discussions include master planning for Montage development and Badger Park, as well as upcoming summer 2021 programming.

• Update on Park, River Access, and Connectivity Master Planning for Montage and Badger Park
• Update on Summer 2021 program and event planning
• Update on Fitch Mountain fire fuel reduction work

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting followed by a workshop regarding the North Village project. The workshop aims to introduce the proposed hotel and residential development to the community and obtain input. No official action will be taken during the workshop.

• Fund application for Front Street Sidewalk Gap Closure Project
• Proposed 108-key hotel with restaurant, fitness center/spa, and meeting facilities
• Proposed mixed-use retail and residential development with 45 apartments, 5 live-work units, and 12,532 sq. ft. of retail space
• Election of Planning Commission officers

The Healdsburg Planning Commission voted 6-0 to appoint Vesna Breznikar as Vice-Chair to fill the vacancy left by Kevin Deas's resignation. It also voted 6-0 to approve Resolution 2021-06 recommending authorization for a fund application for the Front Street Sidewalk Gap Closure Project. The commission approved the agenda and minutes, and noted the April 27 meeting is canceled.

• Appointed Vesna Breznikar as Vice-Chair (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-06 recommending fund application for Front Street Sidewalk Gap Closure Project (6-0)
• Approved April 13, 2021 agenda (6-0)
• Approved March 23, 2021 minutes (6-0)

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will consider a consent calendar with routine items including a $125,778.31 computer purchase, a police union MOU, and several public improvement acceptances. Under old business, they will vote on extending the Temporary Parklet Program for outdoor business activities. The meeting is held via Zoom due to COVID-19.

• Computer refresh purchase with Trace3 for $125,778.31
• MOU with Healdsburg Police Officers Association for two years ending June 30, 2022
• Temporary Parklet Program extension for outdoor activities
• Purchase of nostalgic streetlights for Mill District, not to exceed $233,595
• Biosolids hauling contract with Recology, Inc. for $258,893 over two years

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a land use code amendment to clarify accessory dwelling unit regulations. The body will also consider one-year extensions for design review permits for housing and a park in the Mill District.

• Land Use Code Amendment 2021-01 to clarify regulations for accessory and junior accessory dwelling units citywide
• One-year extension for Mill District Lot 4: three 4-story apartment buildings (39 units) at 146 and 164 Healdsburg Avenue
• One-year extension for Mill District Lot 5: a .78-acre park at 146 and 164 Healdsburg Avenue
• Acceptance of Growth Management Allocation, General Plan, and Housing Element Annual Reports

The Healdsburg Planning Commission voted 6-0-1 to approve Land Use Code Amendment 2021-01, which clarifies regulations for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and junior ADUs citywide. The amendment includes changes to the term 'within the walls' to 'within the exterior walls' and removes floor area ratio and open space metrics from Table 20's footnote. The Commission also voted 6-0-1 to approve one-year extensions for design review permits for Mill District Lot 4 (39-unit multi-family housing) and Lot 5 (park).

• Approved the March 23, 2021 agenda (7-0).
• Approved the February 9, 2021 minutes (7-0).
• Approved Resolution 2012-04 extending Design Review approval for Mill District Lot 4 (DR2019-25) (6-0-1, Deas abstained).
• Approved Resolution 2012-05 extending Design Review approval for Mill District Lot 5 (DR2019-24) (6-0-1, Deas abstained).
• Approved Land Use Code Amendment 2021-01 regarding Accessory Dwelling Units, with modifications to 'within the exterior walls' and removal of FAR/open space metrics from Table 20 (6-0-1, Eddinger absent).

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will consider routine consent items including contracts for software and office equipment, plus annual reports on housing, growth management, and the general plan. The meeting is held remotely via Zoom due to COVID-19, with no public hearings or old business scheduled.

• Approve $235,875 Nexgen software maintenance agreement
• Authorize $161,850 Xerox Financial Services lease
• Approve Farmers' Market road closures and alcohol consumption waivers
• Accept 2020 Housing Element Annual Progress Report
• Discuss developing a City flag policy

City Council

This is a special meeting with a closed session only. The council will discuss labor negotiations with several employee organizations and real property negotiations for a Verizon Wireless site at 923 S. Fitch Mountain Road. No public decisions are scheduled.

• Closed session: labor negotiations with HPOA, IAFF, IBEW, and Mid-management and Professional Employees Association
• Closed session: real property negotiations for 923 S. Fitch Mountain Road (APN 002-361-003) with Verizon Wireless
• Meeting held via Zoom due to COVID-19; public can watch and comment remotely

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Healdsburg Parks and Recreation Commission will receive a Q2 update on the Community Services FY20-21 budget and make committee assignments for 2021. The meeting is virtual due to COVID-19, with public comment via Zoom. The agenda also includes recognition of an outgoing commissioner and welcoming a new city manager.

• Community Services Q2 budget update for FY20-21
• 2021 committee assignments
• Recognition of outgoing Commissioner Jay Tripathi
• Welcome City Manager Jeff Kay
• Approval of January 2021 minutes

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled March 9, 2021 Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled. There are no items on the agenda.

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and provide direction on goals for fiscal year 2021-22. The meeting will be conducted remotely via Zoom due to COVID-19 restrictions, with public comment allowed. The agenda includes only this discussion item, along with routine procedural matters.

• Discussion on City Council Goals for FY 2021-22
• Remote meeting via Zoom due to COVID-19
• Public comment limited to 3 minutes per speaker

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will receive a report on FY 2020-21 Measure V revenues, projects, and expenditures, and review results of a resident survey on how to allocate funds for FY 2021-22. The survey, mailed to 4,843 residents, received 1,182 responses, with top priorities being street maintenance (30.5%), fire services (24.3%), and police (14.4%). The council will consider input on funding allocations within the measure's priorities, with an estimated $2,154,012 in FY 2021-22 revenue and $1,575,000 available for appropriation after set-asides.

• Measure V survey results: streets 30.5%, fire 24.3%, police 14.4%
• Estimated FY 2021-22 Measure V revenue: $2,154,012
• Possible funding options include $670,000 for pavement maintenance, $470,000 for overlay, $154,022 for facility improvements
• Carryover funds from FY 2020-21: $122,338
• Survey mailed to 4,843 residents; 1,182 responses received

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled February 23, 2021 Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled. There are no items on the agenda.

Parks & Recreation Commission

The February 10, 2021 Parks and Recreation Commission meeting is cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancellation notice

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a design review extension for an apartment complex and a residential lot subdivision. The body is also handling routine administrative approvals and reports.

• Design Review extension for a 41-unit apartment building at 111 Saw Mill Circle (Eden Housing, Inc.)
• Tentative Parcel Map to subdivide a 0.73-acre parcel into two single-family residential lots at 541 Powell Avenue

The Healdsburg Planning Commission voted 6-0-1 (Deas abstain) to approve a one-year extension of Design Review Permit 2019-10 for the Mill District Lot 7 affordable housing project, allowing construction of a 41-unit apartment building at 111 Saw Mill Circle. The Commission also voted 7-0 to approve a tentative parcel map to subdivide a 0.73-acre parcel at 541 Powell Avenue into two single-family residential lots. Both items were approved without public comment.

• Approved February 9, 2021 agenda (7-0)
• Approved December 8 and December 15, 2020 minutes with minor change (7-0)
• Approved one-year extension of Design Review DR 2019-10 for Mill District Lot 7 affordable housing (6-0-1, Deas abstain)
• Approved Tentative Parcel Map TM 2020-01 to subdivide 0.73-acre parcel at 541 Powell Avenue into two single-family lots (7-0)

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

The Healdsburg Senior Citizens Advisory Commission will elect a chair and vice chair for 2021, recognize outgoing Commissioner Laura Moore, and welcome new Commissioner Cindi Brown. The commission will review and adopt its 2021 goals, which include endowment fund direction, nutrition, age-friendly community, intergenerational programming, and emergency preparedness. It will also receive updates on Community Services' COVID-19 response and the Senior Center Endowment Fund, including proposed next steps for using funds.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for 2021
• Adoption of 2021 Commission Goals and committee assignments
• Update on Senior Center Endowment Fund (balance $231,154, $74,225 available for grants)
• Recognition of outgoing Commissioner Laura Moore
• Community Services COVID-19 response update

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting on January 26, 2021, has been cancelled. There are no items listed on the agenda.

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will hold public hearings on amending the Saggio Hills development agreement with Sonoma Luxury Resort LLC and on updating traffic and storm drain development impact fees. The council will also consider consent items including the 2021-2022 legislative agenda, a Planning Commission appointment, and audited financial statements.

• Ordinance amending Saggio Hills Development Agreement with Sonoma Luxury Resort LLC
• Urgency ordinance for same agreement
• Public hearing on updated Traffic and Storm Drain Facilities Development Impact Fees
• Appoint Conor McKay to Planning Commission
• Approve FY 2019-20 audited financial statements

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Healdsburg Parks and Recreation Commission will meet virtually to elect a chair and vice chair, recognize an outgoing commissioner, and receive updates on COVID-19 response, arts and culture planning, and park master planning. The commission will also review and adopt its 2021 goals and consider recommending a new agreement with the Healdsburg Future Farmers Country Fair for continued use of Recreation Park.

• Consider recommending a new 10-year agreement with Healdsburg Future Farmers Country Fair for use of Recreation Park, with two 5-year options, ending in 2041
• Review and adopt 2021 Commission Goals, including completing arts and culture and park master plans
• Receive update on Community Services' COVID-19 response
• Receive update on Arts and Culture master planning process
• Receive update on Park, River Access, and Connectivity master planning process

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled January 12, 2021 Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled. There are no agenda items to discuss.

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will hold a remote meeting via Zoom due to COVID-19. They will consider approving the November 2020 disbursement report totaling $2,921,573.23, receive the monthly investment report, and act on several new business items including a Measure V/T survey, commission appointments, hiring a retired annuitant as Community Development Director, and a draft legislative platform. No public hearings or old business are scheduled.

• Approve $2,921,573.23 in November 2020 disbursements
• Hire retired annuitant Luke Sims as Community Development Director under CALPERS rules
• Approve Measure V/T Survey for FY 2021-22
• Appoint Terry Kemp, Robert Santucci, and Cindy Brown to Senior Citizens Advisory Commission
• Receive draft 2021-2022 State and Federal Legislative Platform