Healdsburg public meetings in 2022

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

This agenda announces that the Senior Citizens Advisory Commission's regular meetings on November 23 and December 28, 2022, are cancelled. A special meeting is scheduled for December 14, 2022, at 4:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. No other business items are listed.

• Cancellation of November 23, 2022 meeting
• Cancellation of December 28, 2022 meeting
• Special meeting on December 14, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. in City Council Chambers, 401 Grove Street

Planning Commission

The Healdsburg Planning Commission has cancelled its regularly scheduled meeting of Tuesday, December 27, 2022. The next regularly scheduled meeting is Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. This notice is procedural only and contains no agenda items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancellation for December 27, 2022
• Next meeting scheduled for January 10, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will hold public hearings on adopting the 2022 California Fire Code and Building Standards Code with local amendments, and on approving conduit bond financing for the North Village Apartments affordable housing project. The consent calendar includes routine items such as accepting the Recycled Water Expansion Project Phase 2, purchasing city vehicles, and awarding construction contracts. The council will also discuss a naming process for the new Saggio Hills park and make various appointments.

• Public hearing on 2022 California Fire Code with local amendments
• Public hearing on 2022 California Building Standards Code Title 24 with local amendments
• Conduit bond financing for North Village Apartments affordable housing project
• Purchase of 2022 F250 for $68,988 and 2023 Ford E-Transit Cargo Van
• Contract awards: City Hall Planning Counter Modifications ($57,800) and Senior Center Improvements ($171,000)

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

The Healdsburg Senior Citizens Advisory Commission will discuss the future of The Bistro on Matheson senior dining program, which is projected to run out of funds by February-March 2023. They will consider options such as reducing service days, increasing fees, reallocating funds, seeking external support, or letting the program end. The meeting also includes recognition of outgoing commissioners and updates on communications and Latinx engagement initiatives.

• The Bistro on Matheson has served 2,554 meals since April 2022, with average monthly attendance of 300; program costs $20 per meal with diners paying $5, and has a 25% cost recovery.
• Program balance is $24,378 as of November 30, 2022, with expenses of about $7,250 per month; funds projected to be expended by February-March 2023.
• Options for the program include reducing to two days per week (saving ~$1,500/month), increasing participant fees, using funds from other Senior Services areas, seeking external support, or ending the program when funds run out.
• Recognition of outgoing Commissioners Jane Farkas and Mary Fitzgerald.
• Public safety update by Police Chief Matt Jenkins.

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review an updated plan for Mill District Park and consider recommending approval to the Planning Commission. They will also review a special event application from BloodRoot Wines for the BloodRoot Ramble on June 10, 2023, which includes requests for alcohol consumption, waiver of the 24-hour use restriction, and fencing of West Plaza Park. Additionally, the commission will discuss revisions to the smoking ban in Chapter 8.24 of the municipal code and receive updates on the Arts and Culture Master Plan and community services staffing.

• Mill District Park redesign review and recommendation to Planning Commission
• BloodRoot Ramble special event application: alcohol consumption, waiver of 24-hour restriction, fencing West Plaza Park
• Revisions to Chapter 8.24 smoking ban in public places and dwellings
• Arts and Culture Master Plan implementation update
• Community services staffing update: new Recreation Manager and Capital Program Project Manager

Planning Commission

The Healdsburg Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a tentative parcel map to split a Fitch Street parcel into two residential lots, a design review and heritage tree permit for a 30-unit apartment project at 3 Healdsburg Avenue, and a major design review for an amenities building at Saggio Hills. The commission will also approve minutes and accept public comments. All projects are proposed as categorically exempt from CEQA.

• Tentative Parcel Map TM 2022-05 to subdivide 0.73-acre at 528-534 Fitch Street into two residential lots
• Design Review DR 2017-17 and Heritage Tree Permit HT 2021-02 for 30-unit apartment project at 3 Healdsburg Avenue, including removal of five heritage trees
• Major Design Review for Saggio Hills amenities building at 110 Hawthorne Court with pool, jacuzzi, pickleball courts
• Approval of minutes for October 25 and November 1, 2022 meetings

The Commission approved a 30-unit multi-family project at 3 Healdsburg Avenue and a one-story amenities building for Saggio Hills. A tentative parcel map to subdivide a lot on Fitch Street was also approved. All three projects were approved subject to specific conditions.

• Approved Resolution No. 2022-10 to subdivide a 0.73-acre parcel into two residential lots at 528-534 Fitch Street (6-0-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-01 for a 30-unit apartment project at 3 Healdsburg Avenue (5-1-0-0)
• Added condition to 3 Healdsburg Avenue project requiring a parking permit system using hang tags or decals
• Added condition to 3 Healdsburg Avenue project requiring a lighter color asphalt roof shingle
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-19 for a one-story amenities building at 110 Hawthorne Court (5-0-0-1)
• Added condition to Saggio Hills project requiring an automatic pool cover
• Added condition to Saggio Hills project requiring evergreen screening from public viewpoints
• Approved October 25 and November 1, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0-0)

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will consider a professional services agreement and lease with Corazon Healdsburg for community outreach and support services to the Latino/a/e community, not to exceed $40,000. The council will also vote on revised garbage and recycling rates effective January 2023, canvass the November 8, 2022 election results, install new council members, and select a mayor and vice mayor. Additionally, they will receive a first-quarter financial update and a diversity, equity, and inclusion plan update.

• Contract and lease with Corazon Healdsburg up to $40,000
• Revised garbage and recycling rates effective January 2023
• Canvass of November 8, 2022 municipal election results and installation of council members
• First quarter financial update and budget amendment for FY 2022-2023
• Road closure on Center Street between Plaza and Matheson for Dec. 16 Community Posada and Hanukkah event

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

The Senior Citizens Advisory Commission's regular meetings for November 23 and December 28, 2022 are cancelled. A special meeting is scheduled for December 14, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. The agenda contains only procedural notices and no substantive items.

• Cancellation of November 23, 2022 meeting
• Cancellation of December 28, 2022 meeting
• Special meeting on December 14, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. at 401 Grove Street

Planning Commission

The Healdsburg Planning Commission has cancelled its regularly scheduled meeting of Tuesday, November 22, 2022. The next regularly scheduled meeting is Tuesday, December 13, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. This notice is procedural only and contains no agenda items.

• Meeting cancelled for November 22, 2022
• Next meeting scheduled for December 13, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will vote on consent items and several major agreements, including contracts for homeless services and the L&M Village housing project, plus introduce new building and fire codes. Public hearings are scheduled for December 19, 2022, for the code adoptions.

• Approve $143,532 contract with OpenGov for business license modernization
• Approve $44,835 amendment with Catered by Patti for Senior Dining Program
• Approve $38,560 agreement with EES Consulting for electric rate study
• Approve $80,926 increase in L&M Village rehabilitation contract contingency
• Introduce 2022 California Building and Fire Codes with local amendments

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council is holding a special meeting with a single substantive item: a closed session to conduct a performance evaluation of the City Manager, as permitted under Government Code Section 54957(b). The meeting also includes agenda approval and public comment periods. No other business will be discussed.

• Closed session: Public Employee Performance Evaluation - City Manager
• Public comment allowed on closed session items before session begins
• Meeting held via Zoom and in person at City Hall, 401 Grove Street

Housing Element Work Group

The Housing Element Work Group is holding a special meeting to receive updates on the 6th Cycle Housing Element Update, affordable housing activities, and City Council consideration of the work plan. They will also review public comments on the draft. The meeting is remote-only due to COVID-19, with public comment via Zoom.

• Status of the 6th Cycle Housing Element Update
• Update on Affordable Housing Activities since last meeting
• City Council consideration of HEWG Work Plan
• Comments received on the 6th Cycle Public Review Draft

Zoning Administrator

The Healdsburg Zoning Administrator is holding a public hearing to decide on a minor modification to the building envelope at 235 Clear Ridge Drive. The modification would allow construction of an in-ground swimming pool, small retaining walls, and pavers in the rear yard. The project is categorically exempt from environmental review.

• Application BEM 2022-02 for a minor building envelope modification
• Construction of in-ground swimming pool, retaining walls, and pavers
• Location: 235 Clear Ridge Drive, APN 003-070-012
• Categorical exemption under CEQA Guidelines Section 15305 Class 5

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Healdsburg Parks and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, November 9, 2022, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

Planning Commission

The Healdsburg Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Major Design Review, Density Bonus/Housing Incentives, and Tentative Map application for an affordable housing project at 450 Parkland Farms Boulevard. The project proposes 118 residential units on an approximately 12-acre site. The Commission will also discuss draft Land Use Code amendments to allow commercial cannabis uses.

• Public hearing for DR 2022-05, TM 2022-02: 118-unit affordable housing project at 450 Parkland Farms Boulevard (APNs 091-310-005 and 091-310-006)
• Applicant: Freebird Development Company, LLC
• Environmental determination: Addendum to certified FEIR for Saggio Hills Development Project
• Discussion of Land Use Code amendments to allow commercial cannabis uses
• Public comment period for matters not on the agenda

The Commission approved two resolutions for an affordable housing project at 450 Parkland Farms Boulevard, including 118 residential units. The approval included new conditions regarding parking space widths and visual mitigation for neighbors. The Commission also discussed proposed land use code amendments for commercial cannabis uses.

• Approved Resolution No. 2022-18 for 450 Parkland Farms Blvd (5-0-1)
• Required minimum 35% of off-street parking at 450 Parkland Farms Blvd to be 8-foot compact spaces
• Required applicant at 450 Parkland Farms Blvd to coordinate visual mitigation with Palomino Court neighbors
• Required revised exterior colors for the Area 5 building at 450 Parkland Farms Blvd
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-17 for 450 Parkland Farms Blvd (5-0-1)
• Required 'Driveways Ahead' signage on Parkland Farms Boulevard
• Required clarification of shared-use path interaction on Parkland Farms Boulevard
• Approved November 8, 2022 agenda (5-0-1)

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Healdsburg City Council with a single substantive item: a closed session to conduct a performance evaluation of the City Attorney, as permitted by state law. The agenda includes only this item plus routine procedural matters, so no other business will be discussed.

• Closed session performance evaluation of City Attorney (Gov. Code § 54957(b))
• Approval of the special meeting agenda
• Public comment period limited to agenda items

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will consider a consent calendar with routine items and hold first readings of ordinances adopting the 2022 California Building Standards Code and Fire Code with local amendments, setting public hearings for December 5. They will also vote on a professional services agreement with the Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce for FY 2022-23 and discuss the use of bollards on pathways.

• Adopt 2022 California Building Standards Code Title 24 with local amendments (first reading)
• Adopt 2022 California Fire Code with local amendments (first reading)
• Approve Professional Services Agreement with Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce for FY 2022-23
• Approve contract with OpenGov for business license modernization, $143,532 over 5 years
• Approve Senior Center Dining Program contract amendment with Catered by Patti, not to exceed $44,835

Planning Commission

The Healdsburg Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two design review and heritage tree permit applications. The first involves restoring a home and adding an ADU at 607 Johnson Street, while the second proposes a 30-unit apartment complex at 3 Healdsburg Avenue. Both projects require approval of design and tree removal permits.

• 607 Johnson Street: Major Design Review and Heritage Tree Permit for home restoration, new two-story addition, two-car garage, ADU, and removal of two heritage trees
• 3 Healdsburg Avenue: Design Review and Heritage Tree Permit to remove five dwellings and build 30-unit apartment project with density bonus, removing five heritage trees
• Both projects are exempt from CEQA review
• Public comments limited to three minutes per speaker
• Appeals of Commission decisions must be filed within 10 calendar days

The Commission approved a restoration and addition project for a home at 607 Johnson Street with specific conditions regarding tree replacement and architectural detailing. A separate proposal for a 30-unit apartment project at 3 Healdsburg Avenue was continued to a future date.

• Approved Resolution No. 2022-16 for 607 Johnson Street (6-0-0)
• Required 607 Johnson Street applicant to coordinate heritage tree replacement species and size with City arborist
• Required 607 Johnson Street applicant to work with an Architectural Historian on building accents for north and west elevations
• Continued DR 2017-17 and HT 2021-02 for 3 Healdsburg Avenue to a date uncertain (6-0-0)
• Approved November 1, 2022 agenda as amended (6-0-0)

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

The Senior Citizens Advisory Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, October 26, 2022, is cancelled. The agenda contains only the cancellation notice and standard procedural boilerplate about document access and disability accommodations.

• Meeting cancelled for October 26, 2022

Planning Commission

The Healdsburg Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on an appeal (AP 2022-02) of the Community Development Director's determination that a proposed membership club at the Honor Mansion B&B would be classified as a 'Private club, fraternal lodge and meeting hall,' which is not permitted in the R-1-6,000 zoning district. The commission will decide whether to uphold or overturn that determination. The agenda also includes routine administrative items and public comments.

• Appeal AP 2022-02: Honor Mansion membership club use determination at 891 Grove Street
• Location: 891 Grove Street, APNs 089-120-070 and 089-120-069
• Applicant: 891 Grove Street, LLC, contact Patrick Wilhelm
• CEQA exemption analysis for the use determination
• Approval of September 27, 2022 minutes

The Planning Commission upheld a determination that a proposed membership club at 891 Grove Street is classified as a 'Private club, fraternal lodge and meeting hall' rather than a 'Private recreational park and swim club.' This classification means the use is not permitted in the R-1-6,000 zoning district.

• Denied appeal of land use determination for Honor Mansion project (6-0-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-15 upholding the Community Development Director's determination (6-0-0)
• Approved October 25, 2022 agenda (6-0-0)
• Approved September 27, 2022 minutes (6-0-0)

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will hold a regular meeting on October 17, 2022, to consider a consent calendar with routine items, including a $685,111 construction contract for curb ramp improvements, a $250,000 affordable housing loan, and a public hearing on land use code amendments. The council will also receive presentations on the 2020 greenhouse gas inventory and the Climate Mobilization Strategy development.

• Award $685,111 contract to Yukon Construction Inc. for Community Development Block Grant Curb Ramp Improvements Project
• Approve $250,000 loan to Eden Mill District, LP for Randall Apartments from affordable housing fund
• Public hearing on Title 20 Land Use Code amendments (parking, permitted uses, alcohol establishments)
• Renew Healdsburg Tourism Improvement District and approve management contract with Chamber of Commerce
• Authorize $200,000 CDBG application for L&M Village

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for October 12, 2022, has been cancelled.

Planning Commission

The Healdsburg Planning Commission is holding a workshop to introduce the Public Review Draft Housing Element and gather input from the commission and community. No official action will be taken at this meeting. The draft and related technical reports are available as workshop materials. The meeting is procedural in nature, focused on discussion only.

• Public Review Draft Housing Element introduced for input
• No official action to be taken at this workshop
• CEQA review deferred until Housing Element adoption
• Workshop materials include draft Housing Element and technical background report

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will hold a public hearing on renewing the Healdsburg Tourism Improvement District and consider consent items including a $120,950 contract with ESi Acquisition for WebEOC software. They will also vote on road closures and alcohol waivers for the 2023 Healdsburg Wine and Food Experience Grand Tasting.

• Public hearing to renew Healdsburg Tourism Improvement District
• Contract with ESi Acquisition, Inc for WebEOC at $120,950 over five years
• Waive alcohol ban in public parking lots for Grand Tasting on May 20, 2023
• Approve one-way road closures on Plaza and Matheson Streets for Farmers' Market
• Accept public sidewalk easement at 1011 Sunnyside Drive

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

The Senior Citizens Advisory Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, September 28, 2022, is cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancellation notice for September 28, 2022

Planning Commission

The Healdsburg Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two major design review applications: a 58-unit affordable housing project at 155 Dry Creek Road and a 6,126-square-foot dental clinic at 1514-1520 Healdsburg Avenue. The commission will also approve the agenda, minutes, and handle administrative items.

• DR 2022-01: 58-unit, 4-story affordable housing project at 155 Dry Creek Road with 104 parking spaces, for extremely low-, very low-, and low-income families
• DR 2022-12: 6,126 sq ft dental clinic at 1514-1520 Healdsburg Avenue with on-site parking and landscaping
• Environmental review: Mitigated Negative Declaration for Dry Creek Commons; CEQA Class 32 exemption for dental clinic
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker

The Healdsburg Planning Commission approved a Major Design Review for Dry Creek Commons, a 58-unit, 4-story affordable housing project at 155 Dry Creek Road, with conditions including staff review of final color selection, possible additional trees at the entry, and extra laundry equipment. The Commission also approved a separate Major Design Review for a 6,126 square-foot dental clinic at 1514-1520 Healdsburg Avenue. Both votes were 4-0-2 with two commissioners absent; Commissioner Eddinger abstained from the dental clinic vote due to a conflict of interest.

• Approved Resolution 2022-14 for Dry Creek Commons (58-unit affordable housing project at 155 Dry Creek Road) with conditions for staff review of final color, additional trees at entry, and extra laundry equipment — vote 4-0-2 (Brunner and Gerlach absent).
• Approved Resolution 2022-13 mitigated negative declaration and mitigation monitoring program for Dry Creek Commons — vote 4-0-2 (Brunner and Gerlach absent).
• Approved Major Design Review DR 2022-13 for a 6,126 sq-ft dental clinic at 1514-1520 Healdsburg Avenue — vote 4-0-1-2 (Eddinger abstained, Brunner and Gerlach absent).
• Approved the September 27, 2022, agenda — vote 5-0-2 (Brunner and Gerlach absent).
• Approved the September 13, 2022, minutes — vote 5-0-2 (Brunner and Gerlach absent).

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will consider approving a bike-share services agreement with Bird Rides Inc. for up to $290,000 and pass an ordinance amending the municipal code for the 2022 Electrification Reach Code. The consent calendar includes road closures for the Turkey Trot and Día de Muertos events, a $36,672 fund transfer for parking lot rehabilitation, and other routine items. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Agreement for Bike Share Services with Bird Rides Inc. (not-to-exceed $290,000)
• Ordinance amending section 15.04.080 for 2022 Electrification Reach Code
• Road closures for Turkey Trot (Nov 24) on Center and North Streets
• Road closures for Día de Muertos (Oct 30) on Plaza, Center, and Matheson Streets
• Transfer of $36,672 from Parking in Lieu Fund to Street Operating Fund for parking lot rehabilitation

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Healdsburg Parks and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, September 14, 2022, has been cancelled.

Planning Commission

The Healdsburg Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Land Use Code Amendment LUA 2022-02, which proposes changes to several code sections. The amendments aim to clarify rules on in-lieu parking fees, permitted uses in PR, CD, and CS districts, exemptions for alcoholic beverage establishments, and add a definition for theater and auditorium. The meeting also includes routine administrative actions and public comment periods.

• Public hearing on Land Use Code Amendment LUA 2022-02 (citywide)
• Amendments to HMC 20.16.150 (required vehicular spaces)
• Amendments to HMC 20.08.145 (permitted uses in PR, CD, CS districts)
• Amendments to HMC 20.20.075 (alcoholic beverage establishments)
• CEQA exemption under Section 15061(b)(3)

The Healdsburg Planning Commission voted 5-0-2 to approve Land Use Code Amendment LUA 2022-02, which updates sections on in-lieu parking fees, permitted uses in PR, CD, and CS districts, alcoholic beverage establishments, and adds a definition for theater and auditorium. The commission also asked the City Council to review the impacts of in-lieu parking changes 12-18 months after adoption. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Land Use Code Amendment LUA 2022-02 (5-0-2)
• Recommended City Council review in-lieu parking impacts in 12-18 months
• Approved September 13, 2022 agenda (5-0-2)
• Approved August 9, 2022 minutes (5-0-2)

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council is holding a special meeting on September 6, 2022, primarily to enter a closed session to discuss anticipated litigation with legal counsel. The agenda includes only the approval of the agenda, public comments, and the closed session item, with no other business scheduled.

• Closed session: Conference with legal counsel regarding significant exposure to litigation (one case)
• Public comments allowed on agenda items
• Meeting held via Zoom and in person at City Hall Conference Room One, 401 Grove Street

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will vote on a consent calendar that includes a $1.09 million design contract for a recycled water pipeline, a $1.5 million grant amendment for Fitch Mountain Park, and several other routine items. The council will also hold a public hearing on a proposed electrification reach code, and discuss renewing the Tourism Improvement District and allowing commercial cannabis uses.

• Approve $1,094,882 contract with West Yost Associates for recycled water pipeline design
• Approve $1,500,000 Coastal Conservancy grant amendment for Fitch Mountain Park
• Declare 1999 Smeal HME 1871 75-ft aerial ladder truck as surplus
• Public hearing on 2022 Electrification Reach Code (ordinance amending 15.04.080)
• Discuss renewal of Healdsburg Tourism Improvement District and commercial cannabis land use amendments

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

The Senior Citizens Advisory Commission meeting scheduled for August 24, 2022, is cancelled. The agenda contains only the cancellation notice and standard procedural boilerplate about document disclosure and disability accommodations.

• Meeting cancelled for August 24, 2022

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled August 23, 2022 Healdsburg Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Housing Element Work Group

The Healdsburg Housing Element Work Group is meeting to discuss the status of the Housing Element update, affordable housing activities, and community response to the draft. They will review survey results on fair housing contributing factors, constraints to affordable housing, and quantified objectives for the 6th cycle. The group will also identify additional areas of focus.

• Prioritization of 36 fair housing contributing factors via voting exercise
• Discussion of governmental constraints including Urban Growth Boundary and Measure M growth management
• Review of quantified objectives for 6th Cycle Housing Element
• Community response to draft Housing Element update
• Affordable housing activities update

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will consider several significant items, including a proposed Automated License Plate Reader program, a $539,290 agreement with Sonic for city internet upgrades, and a new General Fund Surplus Policy. The consent calendar includes routine approvals such as easements and fee schedule updates. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Automated License Plate Reader program - staff direction
• Sonic agreement for city dark fiber, not to exceed $539,290 over five years
• Development Group, Inc. network hardware agreement, not to exceed $102,100.51
• General Fund Surplus Policy adoption
• SB9 fees added to Master Fee Schedule

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Healdsburg Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to receive updates on the recycled water for municipal irrigation project and the city's November 2022 ballot measures, as well as an update on the approved FY 2022-24 Community Services budget. The agenda is largely informational, with no action items listed.

• Presentation on recycled water for municipal irrigation
• Update on City's November 2022 ballot measures
• Update on Fiscal Year 2022-24 Community Services Budget
• Approve minutes from April 13, 2022 meeting

Planning Commission

The Healdsburg Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting and a workshop. The regular meeting includes administrative items, public comments, election of officers, and reports. The workshop will introduce a proposed 4-story building at 444 Healdsburg Avenue with commercial space, two residential units, and an accessory dwelling, for input only with no official action.

• Election of officers
• Workshop on DR-2022-15: 4-story building at 444 Healdsburg Avenue with 1,200 sq ft commercial space, two residential units, and one accessory dwelling
• Approval of minutes for June 28, 2022

The Healdsburg Planning Commission held a brief regular meeting, approving the agenda and prior minutes, and electing Commissioner Luks as Chair and Commissioner Brunner as Vice Chair. No substantive land-use decisions were made; a workshop on a proposed mixed-use project at 444 Healdsburg Avenue followed, with public comment and feedback but no formal action.

• Approved August 9, 2022 agenda (6-0)
• Approved June 28, 2022 minutes (6-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Luks as Chair (6-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Brunner as Vice Chair (6-0)

Housing Element Work Group

The Healdsburg Housing Element Work Group will meet to discuss updates on the Housing Element, affordable housing activities, and community response to the draft. They will also review survey results on fair housing contributing factors, constraints to affordable housing, and quantified objectives for the 6th Cycle Housing Element. The meeting is remote via Zoom due to COVID-19.

• Prioritization of 36 fair housing contributing factors via voting exercise
• Review of draft housing development constraints, including Growth Management Ordinance (Measure M, P, H)
• Discussion of quantified objectives for the 6th Cycle Housing Element
• Community response to the draft Housing Element Update
• Affordable housing activities update

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will vote on a consent calendar that includes a $1,348,776 contract for the L&M Motel rehabilitation, a lease amendment for Tayman Golf Course extending to 2052, and a $33,542 increase for youth diversion services. They will also discuss park naming policy, overnight parking on Exchange Avenue, and receive updates on diversity efforts and a wine event.

• Award $1,348,776 contract to DMR Builders for L&M Motel rehabilitation, with 10% contingency
• Approve Tayman Golf Course lease amendment extending term to 2052
• Increase SOS Community Counseling contract by $33,542 to $83,541 for youth diversion
• Approve MOU with International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers through June 30, 2025
• Discuss park naming policy and overnight parking on Exchange Avenue

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

The Senior Citizens Advisory Commission will review the status of the Bistro on Matheson senior nutrition pilot program and advise staff on making it a permanent program at the Senior Center. They will also receive an update on the approved Fiscal Year 2022-24 Community Services Budget. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and public comment.

• Bistro on Matheson pilot program review and recommendation for ongoing status
• Fiscal Year 2022-24 Community Services Budget update
• Approve minutes from April 18, 2022 training and May 25, 2022 regular meeting
• Public comment on non-agenda items

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled July 26, 2022 Healdsburg Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled. There are no items on the agenda.

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Healdsburg Parks and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, July 13, 2022, is cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancellation notice posted July 8, 2022

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled July 12, 2022 Healdsburg Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled, with no agenda items to consider. This is a procedural cancellation only.

Housing Element Work Group

The Healdsburg Housing Element Work Group will hold a special meeting to review the revised draft Housing Strategy, including goals, policies, and programs for the 6th Cycle Housing Element. They will also discuss quantified objectives for the housing element and areas of additional focus. The meeting will be held remotely via Zoom due to the COVID-19 state of emergency.

• Review of revised Housing Strategy, Policies, Goals and Programs
• Review of Quantified Objectives for the 6th Cycle Housing Element
• Discussion on HEWG areas of additional focus and follow-on work
• Status update on the 6th Cycle Housing Element Update
• Update on Affordable Housing Activities Since the Last HEWG Meeting

Planning Commission

The Healdsburg Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two development projects. The first is an extension of time for a parcel map to split 359 Hudson Street into two lots. The second is a Major Design Review and Conditional Use Permit for a two-story pool house and fitness center at 146 and 164 Healdsburg Avenue, part of the Mill District project.

• Extension of time for Tentative Parcel Map TM 2017-03 to split 359 Hudson Street into two parcels
• Major Design Review and Conditional Use Permit for a 15,071 SF two-story pool house and fitness center at 146 and 164 Healdsburg Avenue
• Project applicant is Replay Healdsburg, LLC for the Mill District Lot 1 amenities building
• Environmental determinations state both projects are exempt from CEQA review

The Healdsburg Planning Commission approved a major design review and conditional use permit for a two-story residential amenities building (fitness center, lounge, pool) at 146 and 164 Healdsburg Avenue, with a 5-0-1-1 vote (Commissioner Brunner abstained due to a conflict of interest). The approval includes conditions requiring temporary softening of the west elevation, review of the initial art installation, a neutral garage door color, and a pool cover. The Commission also approved a time extension for a tentative parcel map at 359 Hudson Street (6-0-1).

• Approved Resolution No. 2022-08 granting time extension for Tentative Map TM 2017-03 at 359 Hudson Street (6-0-1)
• Approved DR 2022-06 and CUP 2022-03 for Mill District Lot 1 amenities building (5-0-1-1, Brunner abstained)
• Added condition requiring temporary design elements/landscaping to soften west elevation
• Added condition requiring initial art installation review by Community Development Director
• Added condition requiring garage door painted neutral color approved by Director
• Added condition requiring pool cover

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

The Senior Citizens Advisory Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, June 22, 2022, is cancelled. The agenda consists solely of a cancellation notice and standard procedural boilerplate about document availability and disability accommodations.

• Meeting cancelled

City Council

This is a special meeting with a closed session to discuss labor negotiations with employee organizations HPOA and IBEW. The agenda contains only procedural items and the closed session item; no other business will be discussed.

• Closed session conference with labor negotiators (City Manager Kay, Administrative Services Director Sturmfels, HR Manager Senander) regarding HPOA and IBEW

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will hold public hearings on proposed water and wastewater rate increases and a Passalacqua Pump-Station surcharge, then consider adopting the rates. The Council will also decide whether to place a cannabis business tax measure and a transient occupancy tax (TOT) amendment on the November 8, 2022 ballot. Other business includes a Universal Basic Income program contract, a park naming policy discussion, and appointments to the Planning Commission.

• Public hearing and adoption of water and wastewater rates (Prop 218)
• Public hearing and adoption of Passalacqua Pump-Station surcharge increase
• Resolution to place Cannabis Business Tax Measure on Nov 8, 2022 ballot
• Resolution to place TOT amendment on ballot (no rate change, allows capital improvements)
• Professional Services Agreement with Corazón Healdsburg for $250,000 to manage Universal Basic Income program for 24 months

Planning Commission

The Healdsburg Planning Commission meeting scheduled for June 14, 2022, has been cancelled. There are no items on the agenda, so no decisions or discussions will take place.

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Healdsburg Parks and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, June 8, 2022, is cancelled. The agenda contains only the cancellation notice and standard procedural boilerplate about public access to documents and disability accommodations.

• Meeting cancelled for June 8, 2022

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council has scheduled a special meeting for June 6, 2022. The agenda consists of procedural items and a closed session for conference with labor negotiators.

• Approval of the June 6, 2022 Special Meeting Agenda
• Closed session conference with labor negotiators representing HPOA and IBEW

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting the city budget for fiscal year 2022-23, the budget for 2023-24, and the capital improvement program through 2027. The meeting also includes discussions on the 6th Cycle Housing Element update and a voluntary water sharing agreement.

• Adoption of FY 2022-23 and 2023-24 budgets and Capital Improvement Plan
• Conditional contract award for Water Reclamation Facility Flood Mitigation Project up to $160,600
• Presentation on the Draft Housing Strategy and Regional Housing Needs Assessment
• Approval of a voluntary water sharing agreement for the Upper Russian River
• Proclamations for Pride Month, Juneteenth, and Elder Abuse Awareness Month

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council is holding a special budget study session to review and provide direction on the proposed FY 2022-23 and FY 2023-24 budgets for Enterprise Funds (water, sewer, electric, drainage), Internal Service Funds, and the Capital Improvement Plan. The agenda includes updates from a May 9 workshop, including funding adjustments for outside organizations, voter initiative education, and housing element implementation. The council will not take final action but will give staff direction on the proposed budgets.

• Water Capital Replacement Fund: proposed FY 22-23 expenses of $1,031,957, including $506,500 for Dry Creek Water Treatment Plant Upgrades and $198,500 for Brown Street Sewer and Water Replacement
• Wastewater Fund: proposed FY 22-23 expenses of $8,479,597, with $1,954,485 in debt service and $1,706,379 for Recycled Water System Expansion in the capital fund
• Electric Fund: proposed FY 22-23 expenses of $17,185,746, including $7,629,456 for electric power purchase and $3,475,000 transfer to Electric Capital Replacement Fund
• Council direction from May 9: added $30,000 for Voter Initiative Education, $100,000 each to Measure S and Measure T funds for housing element implementation
• Enterprise funds face inflationary pressures, revenue volatility, and limited ability to replace end-of-life assets

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

The Senior Citizens Advisory Commission is reviewing proposed entrance improvements for the Senior Center and receiving an update on the Bistro on Matheson pilot program. The meeting also includes a presentation on the draft Fiscal Year 2022-24 Community Services budget.

• $100,000 allocated for Senior Center entrance improvements, including automatic sliding doors
• Review of the Bistro on Matheson pilot nutrition program funded by a $50,000 Healdsburg Forever grant
• Proposed $50,000 annual funding to continue the noon-time meal program
• Addition of a third DASH (Drivers Assisting Seniors in Healdsburhg) vehicle lease
• Update on the Fiscal Year 2022-24 Community Services draft proposed budget

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a workshop to introduce a proposal for a two-story, 30-unit apartment complex at 3 Healdsburg Avenue. The session is for discussion and input only; no official action will be taken during the workshop. Additionally, the Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the City's Capital Improvement Program consistency with the General Plan.

• Workshop: Proposed 30-unit apartment project at 3 Healdsburg Avenue involving tree removal and five dwelling removals
• Public Hearing: Review of the City of Healdsburg’s Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for consistency with the General Plan

The Planning Commission voted 5-0-2 to approve Resolution 2022-07, confirming that the City's 2022-2027 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) is consistent with the Healdsburg General Plan. The item was a review of the CIP for General Plan consistency only; financial aspects were noted as outside the Commission's purview. The CIP is exempt from CEQA under the commonsense rule. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included only administrative actions and reports.

• Approved Resolution 2022-07 confirming General Plan consistency for 2022-2027 CIP (5-0-2)
• Approved May 24, 2022 agenda (5-0-2)
• Approved April 26, 2022 minutes (5-0-2)

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will consider a public hearing for application BEM 2022-01. The project involves slightly modifying an existing building envelope to allow for an outdoor patio, kitchen area, and ground-level deck.

• Building envelope modification at 255 Clear Ridge Drive
• Addition of outdoor patio/kitchen and ground-level deck

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a resolution to continue collecting a voter-approved 2% increase to the Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) effective June 1, 2022. Staff reports indicate that without this revenue, the General Fund would face severe financial hardship and a projected decrease of $3,202,218 by June 30, 2024.

• Reauthorization of 2% TOT increase to support public safety services
• Acceptance of Highland Circle to Scenic Lane Waterline Extension Project
• Public hearing regarding an appeal for a Verizon telecommunications facility at 923 South Fitch Mountain Road
• Discussion on options to fill the vacancy on the Healdsburg City Council
• Approval of Senate Bill 1 project list for FY 2022-23

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will receive an update on the transition of Villa Chanticleer operations to Milestone Events Group, review requests for alcohol consumption and fencing at two events, and hear a draft budget update. The meeting is a regular session with public comment and staff reports.

• Villa Chanticleer operational transition to Milestone Events Group
• Rotary Club request for alcohol consumption at Giro Vigneti Bike Tour on July 23, 2022
• Boys & Girls Club request to fence Plaza Park for Healdsburg Crush on October 16, 2022
• Fiscal Year 2022-24 Community Services draft proposed budget update
• Summer program and event planning, Foley Pavilion project, drought update

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for May 10, 2022, has been cancelled. There are no items on the agenda for this meeting.

City Council

The City Council will hold a budget study session to review and provide direction on proposed budgets for the General Fund, Measure T, Measure S, Community Services, and Streets Fund. The meeting includes detailed examination of projected revenues and expenditures across various city departments.

• Budget Study Session for FY 2022-23 and FY 2023-24
• Review of General Fund revenues including Sales Tax and Property Tax
• Review of Measure T Transaction and Use Tax Fund expenditures
• Review of Measure S and Community Services Fund proposed allocations

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator is holding a public hearing to decide on a Conditional Use Permit that would allow two existing residential units at 431 East Street, Units C and D, to be converted into short-term vacation rentals (less than 30 days). The project is categorically exempt from CEQA review as a minor change of use to an existing structure. The hearing includes public comment and a decision by the Zoning Administrator.

• Conditional Use Permit CUP 2022-04 for vacation rental conversion at 431 East Street, Units C and D
• Applicant: Ron & Dana Conte
• APN 002-163-031
• Categorically exempt under CEQA Guidelines Section 15303 (Class 3)

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council has scheduled a special meeting for May 2, 2022. The agenda is limited to the approval of the meeting agenda and a closed session for conference with labor negotiators.

• Closed session conference with labor negotiators representing HPOA and IBEW

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council is reviewing a consent calendar that includes water infrastructure contracts and vehicle purchases, while also directing staff to draft a ballot measure for the November 2022 election to tax commercial cannabis operations. The meeting includes discussions on automated license plate readers and updates on commercial cannabis operations. Several routine items, such as road closures for local events and volunteer awards, are also on the agenda.

• Direct staff to prepare a ballot measure for the November 8, 2022 General Election to authorize commercial cannabis operations to be taxed for general city purposes.
• Approve a Professional Services Agreement with Water Works Engineers for UV Disinfection at Fitch Water Treatment Plant for up to $127,183.
• Approve a Professional Services Agreement with Water Works Engineers for Dry Creek Water Treatment Plant Upgrades for up to $219,712.
• Approve purchase of three 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning electric trucks for up to $145,735.
• Adopt a Military Equipment Use Policy for Police Services (Chapter 2.60 of Municipal Code).

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

The Senior Citizens Advisory Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, April 27, 2022, is cancelled. The agenda contains only the cancellation notice and standard procedural boilerplate about document access and disability accommodations.

• Meeting cancelled for April 27, 2022

Planning Commission

The Healdsburg Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the Master Conditional Use Permit for the Mill District project, which would allow a two-phase design review for Lot 1, remove a restaurant prohibition, and add a parking requirement. The commission will also discuss the 6th Cycle Housing Element Update, which is part of the city's housing planning process. The agenda includes routine administrative items and public comments.

• Public hearing on CUP 2017-12.01 amendment for Mill District Lot 1 at 146 and 164 Healdsburg Avenue
• Amendment would allow two-phase design review, eliminate restaurant ban, and require adequate parking for future restaurant use
• Applicant: Replay Healdsburg, LLC
• Discussion of Healdsburg 6th Cycle Housing Element Update
• CEQA exemption cited for the CUP amendment

The Healdsburg Planning Commission voted 6-0-1 (with one abstention) to approve an amendment to the Mill District Master Conditional Use Permit, allowing a two-phase design review for Lot 1, removing the prohibition on a restaurant use with the hotel, and requiring adequate parking for any future restaurant. The approval includes a minor modification requiring the shared parking analysis to be approved by the Planning Commission. The Commission also received a presentation on the 6th Cycle Housing Element Update but took no action on it.

• Approved CUP 2017-12.01 amendment for Mill District (6-0-1, Brunner abstained, Breznikar absent)
• Approved April 26, 2022 agenda (6-0-1)
• Approved April 12, 2022 minutes (6-0-1)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Healdsburg Senior Citizens Advisory Commission and the Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a joint work session. The purpose of this meeting is to conduct training on communications and messaging regarding programs and services.

• Commissioner training on communications and messaging

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

The Healdsburg Senior Citizens Advisory Commission and the Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a joint work session. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct training on communications and messaging regarding programs and services.

• Commissioner training on communications and messaging

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will receive updates on the two-year budget, water supply, and affordable housing, and will consider accepting the 2022 Water and Wastewater Rate Study as a basis for proposed rate increases, with a public hearing scheduled for June 21, 2022. The council will also introduce an ordinance adopting a Military Equipment Use Policy for Police Services and discuss a park parcel exchange for the Saggio Hills project. Consent items include accepting the Foss Creek Pathway Segments 7 and 8 project and approving agreements related to the Sonoma Luxury Resort and Saggio Hills projects.

• Accept 2022 Water and Wastewater Rate Study and direct staff to mail notice of public hearing for June 21, 2022 rate increases
• Introduce ordinance adding Chapter 2.60 to Municipal Code approving Military Equipment Use Policy for Police Services
• Receive report on Saggio Hills Development Park Parcel Exchange and provide direction
• Adopt resolutions updating reserve policies for Water and Wastewater Funds and Lighting and Landscaping Assessment District
• Accept Foss Creek Pathway Segments 7 and 8 Project as complete and file Notice of Completion

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Healdsburg Parks and Recreation Commission will receive an update on the Fiscal Year 2022-2024 budget process and review three requests related to special events: a waiver of the 24-hour use restriction for the Healdsburg Arts Festival, and alcohol consumption at the Livestock Buyers' Dinner and at Recreation Park for the 2022 season. The commission will vote on the waiver and make recommendations to the City Council on the alcohol requests.

• Healdsburg Center for the Arts requests waiver of 24-hour use restriction for Arts Festival Aug 26-28 in Plaza Park
• Healdsburg Future Farmers Country Fair requests alcohol consumption at Livestock Buyers' Dinner May 28
• Prune Packers Baseball Club requests alcohol sale/consumption at Recreation Park for up to 36 games in 2022
• Update on FY 2022-2024 budget process
• Staff reports on Villa Chanticleer transition, preschool program, Foley Pavilion, and park planning

Planning Commission

The Healdsburg Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider permits for a new Verizon wireless telecommunications facility on a city-owned parcel at 923 S. Fitch Mountain Road, near Tayman Park and the Healdsburg Golf Club. The project involves a 76-foot-tall monopole disguised as a faux broadleaf tree. The commission will also review annual reports on growth management, the General Plan, and the Housing Element, and approve the agenda and prior meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on CUP 2016-07, CUP 2021-08, DR 2016-06, V 2017-01 for Verizon facility at 923 S. Fitch Mountain Road
• Proposed 76-foot monopole with 9 antenna panels and 1 microwave dish, designed as faux broadleaf tree
• Categorically exempt from CEQA under Section 15303(c)
• Acceptance of Growth Management Allocation Annual Report, General Plan Annual Report, Housing Element Annual Progress Report
• Approval of minutes from February 23, 2022

The Healdsburg Planning Commission voted 4-3 to approve a conditional use permit, design review, and variance for a new 76-foot faux-tree Verizon wireless tower at 923 S. Fitch Mountain Road. The project includes a monopole with antenna panels and related equipment, and was found categorically exempt from CEQA. Three commissioners opposed the height, arguing a 40-50 foot tower would suffice.

• Approved CUP 2016-07, CUP 2021-08, DR 2016-06, V 2017-01 for Verizon tower at 923 S. Fitch Mountain Road (4-3)
• Approved April 12, 2022 agenda (7-0)
• Approved February 23, 2022 minutes (7-0)

Housing Element Work Group

The Housing Element Work Group will meet remotely to discuss the 6th Cycle Housing Element, including an affordable housing update, housing site analysis, community survey results, and the project schedule. They will also review and discuss policy themes and programs for the housing element, such as meeting RHNA requirements, expanding affordable housing, and addressing governmental constraints. The meeting is not physically open to the public, but remote participation and public comment are available via Zoom.

• Affordable housing update: Saggio Hills, 155 Dry Creek, L&M Motel, Burbank Scattered Site Project
• Discussion on programs and policies for the 6th Cycle Housing Element
• Community survey results and housing site analysis update
• Potential action on future HEWG meeting date
• Discussion on areas of additional focus for the HEWG

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 HPOA and IBEW. The meeting also includes routine agenda approval and public comment periods.

• Closed session conference with labor negotiators (City Manager Kay, Administrative Services Director Sturmfels, HR Manager Senander, Contract Negotiator Patrick Clark) regarding HPOA and IBEW
• Approval of the April 4, 2022 special meeting agenda
• Public comment period for items on the agenda

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will consider routine consent items, including a $198,500 engineering contract for the Brown Street sewer and water main replacement, and hold public hearings on amendments to development agreements for the Enso Village and North Village projects. The agenda also includes a resolution supporting Ukraine, adoption of fiscal year 2022-23 goals, and a report from the Housing Land Trust of Sonoma County.

• Approve $198,500.10 contract with Myriad Engineer, Inc. for Brown Street Sewer and Water Main Replacement design
• Introduce ordinance amending development agreement for Enso Village Project (Kendal at Sonoma)
• Introduce ordinance amending development agreement for North Village Project (CCS Healdsburg, LLC)
• Approve First Amendment to franchise agreement with Recology Sonoma Marin for solid waste services
• Approve road closures for Tuesdays in the Plaza concert series and Farmers' Market alcohol waiver

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

The Senior Citizens Advisory Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, March 23, 2022, is cancelled. The agenda contains only the cancellation notice and standard procedural boilerplate about document availability and disability accommodations.

• Meeting cancelled for March 23, 2022

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for March 22, 2022, has been cancelled. There are no items listed for the agenda.

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will receive a presentation on water and wastewater rate studies and consider a consent calendar with multiple contracts, including a $283,900 concrete maintenance contract and a $86,590 design agreement for Fitch Mountain Park. The agenda includes proclamations, reports, and routine approvals, with no public hearings or old business.

• Water & Wastewater Rate Studies presentation
• FY21/22 Concrete Maintenance Contract to Yukon Construction Inc. for $283,900.04
• Fitch Mountain Park access improvements design contract with Prunuske Chatham Inc. for $86,590
• Professional Services Agreement with Acosta Latino Learning Partnership for DEI services up to $75,000
• Resolution opposing Initiative 21-0042A1 (Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act)

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting on March 16, 2022, via Zoom. The session includes a closed session for conference with labor negotiators representing HPOA and IBEW.

• Closed session: Conference with Labor Negotiators (HPOA and IBEW)

Housing Element Work Group

The Housing Element Work Group is reviewing strategies to meet the 6th Cycle RHNA requirement of 476 total units. The meeting includes updates on affordable housing, site analysis, and potential policy changes regarding density and zoning.

• Affordable Housing Update: Review of 624 planned and approved units
• Housing Site Analysis Update: Review of high and low resource area designations
• Discussion of programs to increase extremely low income (ELI) housing capacity
• Review of potential density increases from 20 to 30 units per acre
• Evaluation of ADU projections totaling 106 units over an 8-year cycle

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Healdsburg Parks and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, March 9, 2022, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only the cancellation notice and standard procedural boilerplate about document access and disability accommodations.

• Meeting cancellation notice for March 9, 2022

Planning Commission

The Healdsburg Planning Commission is holding a workshop to introduce the Saggio Hills Affordable Housing Project and obtain input from the commission and community. The project proposes 110 units of affordable housing on an approximately 12-acre site, with no official action to be taken at this meeting. The workshop is part of the application process for a design review and tentative map for the project.

• 110-unit affordable housing project on approximately 12-acre site
• Project includes two-story townhomes and two- and three-story stacked flats
• Located on Parcels 5 and 6 of Saggio Hills project, APNs 091-310-005 and 091-310-006
• Applicant: Freebird Development Company, LLC
• Environmental review addressed in certified FEIR for Saggio Hills Planned Development Project

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and provide direction on its goals for fiscal year 2022-23. The meeting is remote-only due to the COVID-19 state of emergency, with public comment accepted via Zoom. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Discussion on City Council Goals for FY 2022-23
• Remote meeting via Zoom due to COVID-19
• Public comment limited to agenda items

Zoning Administrator

The Healdsburg Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to consider a Conditional Use Permit (CUP 2022-01) to convert a former art gallery at 130 Plaza Street into a retail wine sales store with ancillary sales of art, packaged foods, and housewares. No wine tasting or on-site alcohol consumption is proposed. The project is categorically exempt from CEQA. The meeting is held virtually via Zoom due to the COVID-19 state of emergency.

• Conditional Use Permit application CUP 2022-01 for 130 Plaza Street (APN 002-194-016)
• Conversion of former art gallery to retail wine sales store with ancillary art, packaged foods, and housewares
• No wine tasting or on-site alcohol consumption proposed
• Categorically exempt from CEQA (Class 3, Section 15303; Section 15061(b))
• Public hearing and decision by Zoning Administrator; appealable to Planning Commission within 10 days

Housing Element Work Group

The Housing Element Work Group is meeting to receive staff updates on public outreach, media strategy, and housing site analysis. The group will also discuss the schedule and path toward Housing Element certification.

• Public Outreach & Media Strategy Update
• Housing Site Analysis Update
• HEWG Schedule and Path Forward Towards Housing Element Certification
• Discussion of programs and policies for the 6th Cycle Housing Element

Planning Commission

The Healdsburg Planning Commission will hold a workshop to introduce the Dry Creek Commons project, a 58-unit affordable housing development at 155 Dry Creek Road, and gather public input; no official action will be taken. The regular meeting will then consider amendments to the Enso Village senior housing entitlements and the North Village Development Agreement for a fire substation.

• Workshop on Dry Creek Commons: 58-unit, 4-story affordable housing project with 97 parking spaces, including units for extremely low-, very low-, and low-income families.
• Public hearing on Enso Village amendments: modify affordability levels for 10 units, reduce parking by 15 spaces, and alter car barn design.
• Public hearing on North Village Development Agreement amendment: transfer fire substation construction responsibility to the city, with developer retaining $2 million contribution.
• Approval of minutes from January 11, 2022, and acceptance of communications.

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

The Healdsburg Senior Citizens Advisory Commission will receive an update on the Fiscal Year 2022-2024 budget from Administrative Services Director Andrew Sturmfels, including long-range fiscal planning and community engagement. The commission will also discuss COVID-19 guidance changes and active adult and senior services, along with commission goals and committee updates. The meeting is held virtually via Zoom due to the COVID-19 state of emergency.

• Fiscal Year 2022-2024 budget update presentation
• COVID-19 guidance changes and Active Adult & Senior Services discussion
• Commission goals and committee updates
• City Council Liaison report by Osvaldo 'Ozzy' Jimenez
• Approval of January 2022 minutes

City Council

The City Council is considering road closures for the St. Patrick's Day Parade and a $25,000 increase to a negotiation services agreement. The agenda also includes a resolution supporting grant funding for the 155 Dry Creek affordable housing project.

• Road closures on Healdsburg Avenue and rolling closures on Matheson, Center, and Plaza Streets for St. Patrick's Day Parade
• Amendment to Patrick Clark Consulting agreement to increase not-to-exceed amount by $25,000 to $150,000
• Resolution supporting Burbank Housing's application for $900,000 in CDBG and $400,000 in HOME grant funding
• Ordinance to repeal and replace Chapter 8.08 of the Municipal Code regarding Solid Waste
• Proclamation declaring February 2022 as Black History Month

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Healdsburg Parks and Recreation Commission will meet via Zoom to review and adopt its 2022 goals and committee assignments, discuss the future operational framework for Villa Chanticleer, and receive an overview of the Fiscal Year 2022–2024 budget process. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, a liaison report, and a presentation from the Healdsburg Parks Foundation.

• Review and adopt 2022 Commission goals and make committee assignments
• Discuss future operational framework for Villa Chanticleer
• Receive overview of Fiscal Year 2022–2024 Budget Process
• Approval of minutes from July 14, 2021, Sept 1, 2021, Dec 8, 2021, and Jan 19, 2022
• Presentation by Healdsburg Parks Foundation President Ariel Kelley

Planning Commission

The February 8, 2022 Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled. There are no agenda items to discuss or decide.

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council is deciding on the allocation of $200,000 in Community Response Grants to local nonprofits and seeking direction on building electrification requirements for the 2022 code cycle. The agenda includes routine approvals for a wastewater generator rental, a parklet program, and budget amendments for housing and street enhancements. The meeting will be held remotely via Zoom due to the state of emergency.

• Approval of $200,000 in Community Response Grants for nonprofit organizations
• Direction on building electrification requirements for the 2022 building code cycle
• Adoption of an ongoing parklet program with fees for public right-of-way encroachments
• Budget amendment to rent an emergency backup generator for the Wastewater Reclamation Facility ($93,405)
• Appointment of Stephen F. Sotomayor to the Sonoma County Continuum of Care Board

Housing Element Work Group

The Housing Element Work Group met to receive staff updates on public outreach, media strategy, and housing site analysis. The group also held a discussion regarding various housing policies and programs.

• Staff report on Public Outreach & Media Strategy Update
• Staff report on Housing Site Analysis Update
• Discussion on Housing Policies & Programs

Zoning Administrator

The Healdsburg Zoning Administrator will hold a virtual hearing to consider a Conditional Use Permit (CUP 2021-07) for a proposed distillery at 20 Mill Street Unit A. The permit would allow the tasting of distilled spirits in a tasting room. The project is categorically exempt from CEQA review. Public comment is invited via Zoom.

• Conditional Use Permit CUP 2021-07 for tasting room at proposed distillery
• Location: 20 Mill Street Unit A, APN 002-251-017
• Applicant: Chris Matthies
• CEQA exemption under Section 15303 and 15061(b)

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

The Healdsburg Senior Citizens Advisory Commission will elect a 2022 chair and vice chair, hear a presentation from Enso Village, and review and adopt its 2022 goals and committee assignments. The commission will also receive an overview of the Fiscal Year 2022–2024 budget process and discuss its involvement. The meeting will be held virtually via Zoom due to the COVID-19 state of emergency.

• Election of 2022 chair and vice chair
• Enso Village presentation (retirement community with 221 units)
• Adoption of 2022 goals including nutrition, age-friendly, intergenerational programming, Latinx outreach, and funding strategies
• Fiscal Year 2022–2024 budget process overview
• Public comment on non-agenda items

Planning Commission

The Healdsburg Planning Commission is holding a workshop to introduce the proposed Hotel Healdsburg Residences project and gather public input. No official action will be taken. The project would replace existing buildings and a parking lot with a 4-story, 16-suite hotel at 400, 412, and 418 Healdsburg Avenue.

• Design review for a 4-story, 16-room hotel with suites ranging from 932 to 1,400 square feet
• Project includes a restaurant facing North Street and retail shops facing Healdsburg Avenue
• On-site parking for 34 cars using a parking lift system with valet service
• Applicant: Piazza Hospitality
• Workshop only; no official action or environmental determination at this meeting

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Healdsburg Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a special virtual meeting to elect a 2022 chair and vice chair, receive an overview of the Fiscal Year 2022-2024 budget process, discuss the Villa Chanticleer operational transition plan, and set 2022 commission goals. The agenda includes no public hearings or specific action items, only discussion and informational items.

• Election of 2022 Chair and Vice Chair
• Overview of Fiscal Year 2022-2024 budget process and commission's role
• Update on Villa Chanticleer Operational Transition Plan
• Discussion of 2022 Commission Goals

Housing Element Work Group

The Healdsburg Housing Element Work Group is holding a special meeting to elect a chairperson and vice-chairperson, review accomplishments from the 5th cycle, and receive an orientation to the 6th cycle Housing Element (2023-2031). The group will also get an overview of the community engagement program. The meeting is remote via Zoom due to COVID-19, with public comment allowed.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Review of 5th Cycle Housing Accomplishments
• Orientation to the 6th Cycle Housing Element (2023-2031)
• Overview of Community Engagement Program
• Healdsburg RHNA allocation: 476 units (190 very low, 109 low, 49 moderate, 128 above moderate)

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council is holding a special meeting that is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being a closed session to conduct a performance evaluation for the City Manager. The meeting will be held remotely via Zoom due to the COVID-19 state of emergency, and public comment is limited to agenda items.

• Closed session: Public employee performance evaluation for City Manager (Gov. Code § 54957(b))
• Approval of the special meeting agenda
• Public comment period for agenda items

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will decide whether to accept Project Homekey grant funding to acquire and rehabilitate the L&M Motel at 70 Healdsburg Avenue for interim housing, including approving a purchase agreement with the owner. The council will also hold a public hearing on amending the Water Shortage Contingency Plan and consider several routine consent items, including a $205,692 contract for solids removal at the Water Reclamation Facility.

• Accept Project Homekey funding and approve purchase of L&M Motel, 70 Healdsburg Avenue, for interim housing
• Public hearing: amend Municipal Code section 13.12.220 to update Water Shortage Contingency Plan
• Conditionally award $205,692 contract to Clean Harbors Environmental Services for Water Reclamation Facility Equalization Pond Solids Removal
• Approve audited FY 2020-21 financial statements (clean opinion; net position increased $10.87 million)
• Approve Professional Services Agreement with Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Healdsburg Parks and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for January 12, 2022, is cancelled due to lack of a quorum. The commission will reschedule its January meeting as a special meeting on January 19, 2022.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
• Rescheduled to special meeting on January 19, 2022

Planning Commission

The Healdsburg Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a Design Review and Heritage Tree Permit for a proposed 30-unit apartment building at 3 Healdsburg Avenue. The project would remove five existing dwellings and multiple trees, and includes a density bonus. The meeting also includes routine administrative items such as approval of the agenda and minutes.

• Public hearing on DR 2017-17 and HT-2021-02: 30-unit apartment project at 3 Healdsburg Avenue (APN 088-170-003)
• Project includes removal of five existing dwellings and multiple trees
• Density bonus requested for the project
• 45 parking spaces with driveway access from Healdsburg Avenue
• Categorically exempt under CEQA Guidelines Section 15303 Class 32 (In-fill Exemption)

The Healdsburg Planning Commission voted 5-0-1 to continue the public hearing for a 30-unit apartment project at 3 Healdsburg Avenue to a date uncertain. The continuance was requested by the applicant to allow time for a neighborhood meeting, plan modifications, and a workshop. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was brief and technical issues prevented public attendance.

• Approved January 11, 2022 agenda (5-0-1)
• Approved December 14, 2021 minutes (5-0-1)
• Continued DR 2017-17 and HT-2021-02 for 3 Healdsburg Avenue to a date uncertain (5-0-1)

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will receive a kick-off presentation on the Sixth Cycle Housing Element Update and consider approving a $310,000 consultant agreement with Economic & Planning Systems, Inc. The council will also establish a Housing Element Work Group to guide the update. Other business includes a mid-year review of FY 2021-22 goals, a budget development plan presentation, and appointments to the Parks and Recreation and Planning Commissions.

• Approve $310,000 contract with Economic & Planning Systems for Housing Element Update
• Approve $41,000 agreement with Housing Land Trust of Sonoma County for affordable home ownership services
• Amend recycled water expansion project agreement with Myriad Engineering by $2,350
• Reduce speed limits on Front Street and Healdsburg Avenue
• Approve street closure for Fitch Mountain Footrace on June 19, 2022