Healdsburg public meetings in 2025

Arts and Culture Commission

The Healdsburg Arts and Culture Commission has cancelled its meeting that was to be held on Wednesday, December 24, 2025. No agenda items will be considered or discussed at this time. The cancellation notice was posted on December 16, 2025.

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

The Healdsburg Senior Citizens Advisory Commission meeting scheduled for December 24, 2025, has been cancelled.

Planning Commission

The Healdsburg Planning Commission announced that its regularly scheduled meetings on December 9 and December 23, 2025 have been cancelled. The commission will next meet on January 13, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will consider several routine actions, including adopting the FY 2024‑25 development impact fee report and amending the municipal code to reflect new state ADU and density‑bonus laws. The Council will also approve an amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with The KPA Group, raising the not‑to‑exceed amount to $100,250. Additional items include a Measure H funding amendment and the 2026 local appointments list.

• Adopt resolution accepting the FY 2024‑25 Annual Report of Developer Fees (AB 1600).
• Pass ordinances amending Municipal Code Title 20 for Accessory Dwelling Units and Affordable Housing Incentives to align with state ADU and density‑bonus laws.
• Approve amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with The KPA Group, increasing the not‑to‑exceed amount by $8,540 to $100,250.
• Adopt resolution approving the First Amendment to the Measure H Funding Agreement with Sonoma County.
• Adopt resolution approving the 2026 Local Appointment List of vacant board, commission, and committee positions.

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission cancelled its scheduled meeting for December 10, 2025. The agenda provided contains only procedural notices regarding public records and disability accommodations.

• Meeting cancellation notice
• Public records policy for supplemental materials
• Disability accommodations policy

Planning Commission

The Healdsburg Planning Commission announced that its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, December 9, 2025 has been cancelled. The commission also cancelled the December 23, 2025 meeting. The next regular meeting is set for Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.

• Cancellation of the Dec 9, 2025 Planning Commission meeting
• Cancellation of the Dec 23, 2025 Planning Commission meeting
• Next scheduled meeting on Jan 13, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.

Arts and Culture Commission

The Arts and Culture Commission will approve the June 25, 2025 meeting minutes and then consider revisions to the Public Art Grant Program application and evaluation materials, recommending whether to proceed with the updated program. New business includes an introductory briefing on the upcoming Healdsburg Arts Education Forum, a review of the branding and logo design proposal, and an overview of possible public art policy components. Committee updates will cover artistic options for the Foley Family Community Pavilion, progress on a standalone arts website, and research toward a citywide Percent for Arts ordinance.

• Review revisions to the Public Art Grant Program application and evaluation materials and recommend implementation
• Receive introductory information on the Healdsburg Arts Education Forum and provide feedback
• Review committee progress on branding suite and logo design proposal for Healdsburg arts
• Receive an introductory overview of public art policy approaches and provide comments
• Committee updates: artistic components for Foley Family Community Pavilion; website design and branding; research on a Percent for Arts Ordinance

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will adopt an amendment to the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance that removes the in‑lieu fee for projects with fewer than five units. The Council will also adopt the 2025 California Fire Code and Wildland‑Urban Interface Code with local amendments, and approve new rates for garbage collection and recycling effective January 2026. Additional actions include approving youth sports affiliation agreements, a lease amendment for Corazón Healdsburg at the Abel De Luna Community Center, and an addendum to the Memorandum of Understanding with the Magical Bridge Foundation for a playground at Badger Park.

• Amend Inclusionary Housing Ordinance to eliminate in‑lieu fee for projects under five units
• Adopt 2025 California Fire Code and 2025 California Wildland‑Urban Interface Code with local amendments
• Approve revised rate schedule for garbage collection and recycling services effective Jan 2026
• Approve Youth Sports Organizations Affiliation Agreements with Healdsburg Youth Soccer Association and Healdsburg Little League
• Approve addendum to MOU with Magical Bridge Foundation for a Magical Bridge Playground at Badger Park

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct closed session performance evaluations. These evaluations concern the City Attorney and the City Manager.

• Performance evaluation of the City Attorney
• Performance evaluation of the City Manager

Arts and Culture Commission

The Healdsburg Arts and Culture Commission announced that its meeting scheduled for Wednesday, November 26, 2025, has been cancelled. No agenda items will be considered at this time.

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

The Healdsburg Senior Citizens Advisory Commission announced that its scheduled meeting for Wednesday, November 26, 2025, has been cancelled. No agenda items will be discussed or decided at this time. The cancellation notice was posted on October 16, 2025.

Planning Commission

The Healdsburg Planning Commission canceled its regularly scheduled meeting for Tuesday, November 25, 2025. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. No agenda items were presented for the canceled meeting.

City Council

The City Council will discuss updating the 2025 California Building and Fire Codes and amending the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance. The body is also considering several construction contracts and the designation of 1408 University Avenue as surplus land.

• Contract for Victory Apartments rehabilitation at 308 East Street not-to-exceed $326,246
• Contract for Abel De Luna Community Center 2025 Re-Roof Project not-to-exceed $245,670
• Proposed elimination of in-lieu fees for housing projects with fewer than five units
• Resolution to declare 1408 University Avenue as surplus land
• Proposed adoption of 2025 California Building Standards and Fire Code

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

The Senior Citizens Advisory Commission will receive an update on the Compassionate Communities Pilot Program, review a draft operational program plan, and provide feedback to staff. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, a City Council liaison report, a public comment period, and notices on ADA accommodations.

• Approval of May 28 and July 23, 2025 Senior Citizens Advisory Commission meeting minutes
• City Council liaison report covering affordable housing site evaluation, Healdsburg Avenue Improvement Plan, and budget trends
• Compassionate Communities Pilot Program update and review of draft operational program plan
• Public comments on non‑agenda items (open comment period, no actions taken)
• ADA accommodations notice and SB 343 document availability for public review

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review staff reports on affiliation agreements with the Healdsburg Youth Soccer Association (HYSA) and Healdsburg Little League (HLL). The body may recommend that the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute these agreements for the use of City sports facilities.

• Proposed affiliation agreements with Healdsburg Youth Soccer Association (HYSA)
• Proposed affiliation agreements with Healdsburg Little League (HLL)
• Discussion of facility use at Giorgi Park and Recreation Park

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for November 11, 2025, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 25, 2025.

City Council

The Council will consider an ordinance repealing Chapter 15.04 of the municipal code and adopting the 2025 California Building Standards Code Title 24, with a public hearing set for November 17. They will also vote on a resolution to approve Brandley Engineering, Inc. as the on‑call provider for Healdsburg Municipal Airport engineering services with a not‑to‑exceed contract of $25,000. Additional items include appointing a commissioner to the Northern California Power Agency and related agencies, approving the Badger Park Redevelopment Master Plan and Mitigated Negative Declaration, and adopting the September 2025 disbursement and investment reports.

• Ordinance repealing Chapter 15.04 and adopting the 2025 California Building Standards Code Title 24 (public hearing Nov 17)
• Resolution approving Brandley Engineering, Inc. as on‑call airport engineering provider; professional services agreement up to $25,000
• Resolution appointing commissioner and alternates to the Northern California Power Agency, Transmission Agency of Northern California, and Lodi Energy Center's Project Participants Committee
• Resolution adopting Mitigated Negative Declaration, Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, and final Badger Park Redevelopment Master Plan for 750 Heron Drive
• Approval of Disbursement Report and Monthly Investment Report for September 2025

Planning Commission

The Healdsburg Planning Commission will review an amendment to the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance that would remove the in‑lie fee option for housing projects with fewer than five units. The commission will also recommend two ordinances to update the municipal code for accessory dwelling units and affordable housing incentives to align with recent state ADU and density‑bonus laws. A previously scheduled conditional‑use permit amendment for the Seghesio Winery at 700 Grove Street has been withdrawn and will be reconsidered at a later date.

• In‑Lieu Fee Amendment: eliminate fee for projects with fewer than five units (Section 20.20.030).
• Proposed ordinance to amend ADU regulations (Title 20, Section 20.20.010) per state ADU law.
• Proposed ordinance to amend Affordable Housing Incentives (Section 20.20.035) per state density‑bonus law.
• Old business: Major Conditional Use Permit amendment for Seghesio Winery (700 Grove Street) withdrawn at applicant’s request.
• Public comments on non‑agenda items (no action taken during this period).

Arts and Culture Commission

The Arts and Culture Commission will examine a revised draft of Healdsburg's Percent for Arts program framework and give feedback to staff. Commissioners will also review the progress of the Request for Qualifications for the artistic component of the Foley Family Community Pavilion and provide input. An updated Public Art Grant Program application and evaluation materials will be discussed for comment.

• Review and comment on the revised Percent for Arts Program framework draft
• Review committee progress on the Foley Family Community Pavilion artistic component RFQ
• Review updated Public Art Grant Program application and evaluation materials
• Public comments on non‑agenda items (Brown Act notice, no decisions allowed)
• Committee updates on arts initiatives and policy research

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

The Healdsburg Senior Citizens Advisory Commission has cancelled its October 22nd, 2025 meeting. The agenda contains only procedural notices regarding public records and disabled accommodations.

• Meeting cancelled for October 22, 2025
• Notice of public records availability at Parks and Recreation Office
• Notice of disabled accommodations at Parks and Recreation Office

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will receive an overview of the Magical Bridge Playground project in Badger Park and will review the draft operational plan for the Foley Family Community Pavilion, then make a recommendation to City Council. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, a city council liaison report, and a public comment period for non‑agenda matters.

• Magical Bridge Playground Project – overview presentation in Badger Park
• Foley Family Community Pavilion – draft operational plan review and recommendation
• Approval of minutes from the May 14, 2025 regular meeting
• City Council liaison report with updates on community center renaming and water projects
• Public comments on non‑agenda items (e.g., pick‑ball court needs)

City Council

The City Council will consider several infrastructure and housing agreements, including funding for road improvements and affordable housing covenants. The body will also decide on the completion of the Fire Station reroofing project and the disposal of surplus equipment.

• Professional Services Agreement with Mark Thomas and Company Inc. for US 101/Dry Creek Road Interchange Improvements not to exceed $407,115.07
• Affordable Housing Regulatory Agreement and Declaration of Restrictive Covenants for 34 Ward Street
• Notice of Completion for the Healdsburg Fire Station 2024 Reroofing Project
• Cooperative Funding Agreements with Sonoma County Transportation and Climate Authorities ($500,000) and Caltrans ($213,000)
• Assignment and Assumption Agreement with Citrine Preservation Limited Partnership for Citrine Apartments

Arts and Culture Commission

The Arts and Culture Commission will hold a special meeting on October 15, 2025 at City Hall to receive public comments and provide updates on its initiatives. Commissioners will discuss incorporating artistic components into the Foley Family Community Pavilion and explore funding options. The commission will review revisions to the Public Art Grant Program, branding and identity development, and plans for a dedicated arts and culture website. Staff will present research on a proposed Percent for Arts Ordinance and on integrating public art into infrastructure projects such as the Laura Fish Somersal Park initiative.

• Discuss artistic components and funding for the Foley Family Community Pavilion
• Revise and update the Public Art Grant Program and issue a new grant request process
• Develop branding and identity to promote arts and culture in Healdsburg
• Research recommendation for City Council on adopting a Percent for Arts Ordinance
• Build pathways for public art in infrastructure projects (2025 Initiative: Laura Fish Somersal Park)

Planning Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing on the draft Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program for the Badger Park Redevelopment Master Plan at 750 Heron Drive and consider a resolution recommending the City Council adopt them. It will also consider Major Design Review DR 0002‑2025 to add 69 parking spaces at the Montage Healdsburg Resort parking lot at 100 Montage Way and vote on a resolution to approve it. Finally, the commission will review Design Review Application DR‑0005‑2025 to renovate 425 Healdsburg Avenue with a second‑story dwelling unit and accessory dwelling unit and consider approval.

• Review and adopt resolution for Mitigated Negative Declaration and MMRP for Badger Park Redevelopment Master Plan (750 Heron Drive)
• Consider Major Design Review DR 0002‑2025 for 69 additional parking spaces at 100 Montage Way
• Approve Design Review Application DR‑0005‑2025 to add a second‑story dwelling unit and accessory dwelling unit at 425 Healdsburg Avenue

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Healdsburg Parks and Recreation Commission cancelled its scheduled meeting for Wednesday, October 8, 2025. No agenda items will be discussed or decided at this time. Documents previously posted remain available for public review at the Parks and Recreation Office, 1557 Healdsburg Avenue.

City Council

The City Council will determine whether to maintain ownership of 1408 University Street or initiate disposal under the California Surplus Land Act. The body will also vote on an updated salary schedule and a new recreation software contract.

• Decision on 1408 University Street ownership or disposition
• Resolution to approve updated City of Healdsburg Salary Schedule
• Agreement with CivicRec for recreation management software services
• Designation of 20 total permit parking spaces for Senior Center at Plaza and East Streets
• Appointment of a new Planning Commissioner for a term ending June 30, 2027

Arts and Culture Commission

The Arts and Culture Commission will review potential program criteria for establishing a Percent for Arts program in Healdsburg. The body will provide feedback to staff to assist in the continued development of the program.

• Review of Percent for Arts Program Preliminary Framework criteria

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

The Healdsburg Senior Citizens Advisory Commission announced that its meeting scheduled for Wednesday, September 24, 2025, has been cancelled. No agenda items will be discussed at this time. The cancellation notice was posted on September 16, 2025.

Planning Commission

The Healdsburg Planning Commission will hold a workshop to review and discuss recent California housing legislation, including SB9, SB684, SB1123, AB1287, and SB1211. Staff will present proposed updates to the city's Land Use Code and seek policy‑level input from the commission. No formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and input.

• Review of SB9 (Housing Opportunity and More Efficiency Act) provisions
• Review of SB684 (Starter Home Revitalization Act) provisions
• Review of SB1123 (expansion of SB684) provisions
• Review of AB1287 (State Density Bonus Law) provisions
• Review of SB1211 (Accessory Dwelling Units) provisions and related code amendments

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a Major Conditional Use Permit (CUP‑0003‑2025) for The Ruse Treatment, LLC to operate a 13‑bed substance‑abuse treatment facility at 891 and 893 Grove Street. The commission will also continue discussion of a Major Conditional Use Permit amendment (CUP‑0002‑2025) for Seghesio Winery at 700 Grove Street, which would allow events for up to 200 guests with amplified music. Officers for the commission will be elected by voice vote.

• Major Conditional Use Permit (CUP‑0003‑2025) for The Ruse Treatment, LLC at 891‑893 Grove Street (13‑bed facility)
• Major Conditional Use Permit amendment (CUP‑0002‑2025) for Seghesio Winery at 700 Grove Street (events up to 200 guests, amplified music) – continued to Oct 28
• Election of Planning Commission Chair (voice vote)
• Election of Planning Commission Vice‑Chair (voice vote)
• Approval of agenda and September 9, 2025 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will consider several infrastructure project completions and professional service agreements. The body will also receive an update on the City Climate Mobilization Strategy and discuss a playground project at Badger Park.

• Professional Services Agreement with BKF Engineers for Ward Street Neighborhood Revitalization Project No. ST009: $271,337
• Amendment to Utility Design Services LLC agreement for Grove Street and Healdsburg Avenue underground utility districts: $120,130
• Acceptance of FY 24/25 Sidewalk Repair and Gap Closure Project ST012 as complete
• Acceptance of Public EV Charging Stations, Phase 1, Project EL002 as complete
• Memorandum of Understanding with Magical Bridge Foundation for a playground at Badger Park

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will receive a report on the RFP process for a new recreation‑software system and is expected to recommend that the City proceed with CivicRec. The meeting also includes a community services update on spring and summer programs and a review of the 2025 commission goals. No decisions will be made on public comments or non‑agenda items.

• Recreation Software Contract Selection – recommendation to adopt CivicRec (implementation fee $8,250 vs. $21,093 for Vermont Systems)
• Community Services Update – spring/summer program registration opened March 3
• Adoption of 2025 Parks and Recreation Commission Goals
• Multicultural Center Visioning Project presentation
• Public comments on non‑agenda items (no action taken)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a Major Conditional Use Permit Amendment for Seghesio Winery. The proposal seeks to allow winery-related events for up to 200 guests and the use of amplified music.

• Major Conditional Use Permit Amendment (CUP-0002-2025) for Seghesio Winery at 700 Grove Street
• Request to host events for up to 200 guests
• Proposal to allow amplified music within The Grove
• Request for events with up to 125 guests during regular operating hours
• Proposal for four larger events per year on Saturdays or Sundays between 10am and 5pm

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will receive a monthly investment report and approve revised parklet program guidelines. The body will also consider a contract amendment for a community pavilion project.

• Receive and approve the Monthly Investment Report for July 2025
• Adopt revised Parklet Program Guidelines
• Approve contract amendment for Foley Family Community Pavilion project
• Proclamation recognizing September 2025 as National Service Dog Month
• Receive and approve the Disbursement Report for July 2025

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

The Senior Citizens Advisory Commission will discuss and likely vote on a motion recommending that the City Council approve three additional parking stalls in the City-owned lot at East and Plaza Streets as "Senior Permit Parking Only" during Senior Center hours (Monday–Friday, 9 AM–5 PM). Staff reports a 90% membership increase since 2019, with 654 permits issued in 2024–25 and 461 already distributed in 2025–26, straining available parking.

• Motion to recommend designating 3 additional parking stalls at East and Plaza Streets as "Senior Permit Parking Only" during Senior Center hours
• Senior Center membership increased over 90% since 2019, with 654 permits issued in 2024–25 and 461 in 2025–26
• Presentation on Senior Housing Needs Assessment Survey results by Housing Director Stephen Sotomayor
• Update on Senior Center Permitted Parking from staff report

Arts and Culture Commission

The Arts and Culture Commission will receive a presentation on a proposed downtown business pilot program called 'NoMAD: North Maker Art District.' The body will also review a progress report for the 2025 Healdsburg Arts Festival and receive updates on various artistic initiatives.

• Presentation by Buzz Korth on the 'NoMAD: North Maker Art District' pilot program
• Progress report on the Healdsburg Arts Festival 2025
• Discussion on artistic components and funding for the Foley Family Community Pavilion
• Review of the Public Art Grant Program updates
• Research on a potential Percent for Arts Ordinance for City Council consideration

Planning Commission

The City of Healdsburg Planning Commission canceled its regularly scheduled meeting for Tuesday, August 26, 2025. The next meeting is set for Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.

• Meeting canceled for Aug. 26, 2025
• Next meeting scheduled for Sept. 9, 2025

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct closed sessions with legal counsel. The discussions concern two pending litigation cases in the Sonoma County Superior Court.

• Closed session regarding Jon B. Eisenberg v. City of Healdsburg et al. (Case No. 25CV00542)
• Closed session regarding Eisenberg v. City of Healdsburg and City Council of the City of Healdsburg (Case No. 25CV02819)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a $1 million affordable housing loan for the Dry Creek Commons project and updates to building codes. The body is also reviewing professional services agreements and a labor memorandum of understanding.

• Proposed $1,000,000 Measure S Funds loan for Dry Creek Commons Project
• Professional services agreement with HdL Companies for sales tax audit not to exceed $130,000
• Professional services agreement with Steven J. Lafranchi and Associates not to exceed $45,000 per year
• Ordinance to update 2022 California Building Code Amendments and adopt 2021 International Property Maintenance Code
• MOU with International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 1245 through June 30, 2028

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Healdsburg Parks and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for August 13, 2025, has been cancelled.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for August 12, 2025, has been canceled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for August 26, 2025.

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a closed session. The session involves a conference with labor negotiators regarding the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW).

• Closed session conference with International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW)

City Council

The City Council will discuss updating the municipal code to adopt 2022 California Green Building Standards and the 2021 International Property Maintenance Code. The body is also deciding on several airport infrastructure contracts and a community outreach agreement.

• Contract award of $497,856.00 to Terracon Constructors, Inc. for airport taxiway and apron projects
• Professional Services Agreement with Brandley Engineering, Inc. up to $196,000 for airport runway reconstruction
• Two-year agreement with Corazón Healdsburg up to $100,000 for Latino/a/e community outreach
• Proposed ordinance to adopt Part 11 Green Building Standards Code and 2021 International Property Maintenance Code
• Discussion on Local Preference Policy for affordable housing pursuant to Senate Bill 649

Arts and Culture Commission

The Commission will receive a presentation from Linus Lancaster regarding the Healdsburg Unified School District Arts Plan. Members will also discuss amending 2025 goals to include arts education and review a midyear progress survey.

• Presentation on Healdsburg Unified School District Arts Plan
• Proposed amendment to 2025 Commission goals to include an Arts Education goal
• Establishment of an arts education committee and assignments
• Review of midyear Arts and Culture Commission Progress Survey

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

The Senior Citizens Advisory Commission will receive an update on the Compassionate Communities pilot program. This initiative aims to create a fee-free end-of-life resource center at the Senior Center to provide planning and support services.

• Update on Compassionate Communities pilot program ad-hoc committee meetings from June 2025
• Review of program branding, logo options, and draft outreach flyers
• Discussion of software platforms for volunteer management and program delivery
• Report on outreach conducted with Corazon Healdsburg to serve the Latinx community

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission has canceled its regularly scheduled meeting for July 22, 2025. No items were scheduled for discussion or decision.

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Healdsburg Parks and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for July 9, 2025, has been cancelled.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission has canceled its regularly scheduled meetings for July 8 and July 22, 2025. The next meeting is scheduled for August 12, 2025.

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a special session to discuss legal and labor matters in closed session. No public business items are listed for decision on the agenda.

• Closed session regarding the initiation of one potential litigation case
• Closed session conference with labor negotiators regarding the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW)

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

The Healdsburg Senior Citizens Advisory Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, June 25, 2025, has been cancelled.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for June 24, 2025, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for July 8, 2025.

City Council

The City Council will decide on several infrastructure contracts, including a major IT system upgrade and park design services. The body will also hold public hearings regarding weed abatement and landscaping assessments.

• Agreement with Development Group, Inc. for Rubi Network and Data Center Refresh not to exceed $5,008,556
• Professional Services Agreement with Fletcher Studio for Laura Fish Somersal Park Phase 1 for $824,675
• Grant Agreement with County of Sonoma for $500,000 for Abel De Luna Community Center improvements
• Striping and Signage Maintenance Contract with Bayside Stripe and Seal not to exceed $75,000 for FY 25/26
• Public hearing on the Healdsburg Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District budget and assessments

City Council

The City Council is convening a special meeting consisting primarily of closed sessions. The body will meet with legal counsel regarding litigation and with labor negotiators.

• Closed session regarding Jon B. Eisenberg v. City of Healdsburg et al. (Case No. 25CV00542)
• Closed session regarding Eisenberg v. City of Healdsburg and City Council of the City of Healdsburg (Case No. 25CV02819)
• Closed session with labor negotiators for IBEW and IAFF

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Healdsburg Parks and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, June 11, 2025, has been cancelled.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for June 10, 2025, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for June 24, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to meet with legal counsel. The session is focused on the initiation of litigation for one potential case.

• Closed session regarding initiation of litigation for one potential case

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance to reduce speed limits and adopt energy demand forecasts for 2025-2045. The body is also deciding on several contract amendments and the adoption of goals for Fiscal Year 25-26.

• Contract amendments for Foley Family Community Pavilion increasing limits to $108,595 (EBA Engineering) and $101,292 (Evans & De Shazo Inc)
• Agreement amendment with Sonic.net, LLC increasing the not to exceed amount by $42,000 to $552,000 for 3 North St.
• Purchase agreement with Geographic Technologies Group, Inc. for GIS data cleanup in the amount of $85,552.50
• Amendment to InfoSend, Inc. agreement increasing the not-to-exceed amount by $50,000 to $146,000
• Proposed ordinance amending Section 10.50.050 of the Municipal Code regarding speed limits

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

The Senior Citizens Advisory Commission will meet to receive an update from an ad-hoc committee regarding the Compassionate Communities Pilot Program. The body will also review reports on community services activities.

• Update on Compassionate Communities Pilot Program ad-hoc committee meetings from April 30 and May 13, 2025
• Approval of January 22, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approval of February 26, 2025 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission of Healdsburg canceled its regularly scheduled meeting on May 27, 2025. No decisions or discussions were held; the next meeting is scheduled for June 10, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.

City Council

The City Council will review the third quarter budget for Fiscal Year 2024-25 and discuss project priorities for the Sonoma County Transportation and Climate Authority. The body is also considering several resolutions related to wildfire mitigation and infrastructure.

• Grant Street Water Improvements bid award to Precision Excavating and Grading, Inc. for $240,473.81
• Ordinance designating fire hazard severity zones in the Local Responsibility Area
• Approval of schematic design for Laura Fish Somersal Park Phase 1
• Resolution approving the 2025 Utility Wildfire Mitigation Plan
• Amendment to a three-year agreement with Reeve Wines for the BloodRoot Ramble event (2025-2027)

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will hold a special meeting to enter a closed session for labor negotiations with employee organizations IBEW and IAFF. No other items will be discussed beyond public comments and the closed session.

• Closed session for labor negotiations with IBEW and IAFF
• Remote participation by Councilmember Kelley from 8608 Hollowood Boulevard, Los Angeles

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Healdsburg Parks and Recreation Commission will review and provide feedback on the schematic design for Phase 1 of Laura Fish Somersal Park. They will also receive an update on improvements and operations at Villa Chanticleer from Milestone Events Group and staff. The meeting includes a city council liaison report and public comment period.

• Review and provide feedback on Laura Fish Somersal Park Phase 1 schematic design
• Receive update from Milestone Events Group on Villa Chanticleer improvements and operations
• City Council Liaison Report from Mayor Evelyn Mitchell
• Public comments on non-agenda items related to commission business

Planning Commission

The Healdsburg Planning Commission has canceled its regularly scheduled meeting for May 13, 2025. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 27, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.

• Meeting canceled for May 13, 2025
• Next meeting: May 27, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

City Council

The City Council will vote on a consent calendar that includes an ordinance to establish district-based council elections, a $1,130,000 grant for transit-oriented planning near the SMART station, a $57,838.88 contract for pedestrian improvements at Powell Avenue and Johnson Street, and a $58,545.95 purchase of police radio equipment. Under old business, the council will consider rejecting bids for test wells for an aquifer storage and recovery project and receive an update on the Healdsburg Avenue Complete Streets Project. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Ordinance to establish five district-based council elections and set district boundaries
• Accept $1,130,000 MTC Transit-Oriented Communities planning grant for Healdsburg SMART Station Area Specific Plan
• Approve $57,838.88 contract with Coastland Civil Engineering for pedestrian enhancements at Powell Avenue and Johnson Street intersection
• Authorize $58,545.95 purchase of police radio equipment from Dailey-Wells Communications
• Reject all bids for test wells for ASR Potential Project WA006 and seek new funding

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

The Healdsburg Senior Citizens Advisory Commission has cancelled its April 23, 2025 meeting. No business will be conducted. The notice was posted April 17, 2025.

• Meeting cancellation effective immediately

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a design review and conditional use permit for the renovation and expansion of the Boys and Girls Club. The body will also receive annual reports on growth management, the general plan, and housing element progress.

• Design Review (DR-0008-2024) and Conditional Use Permit (CUP-0010-2024) for 555 Piper Street
• 2024 Growth Management Allocation Annual Report
• 2024 General Plan Annual Report
• 2024 Housing Element Annual Progress Report

City Council

This special meeting consists solely of a closed session to discuss labor negotiations with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) and the International Association of Firefighters (IAFF). No public decisions or other agenda items will be considered.

• Closed session with labor negotiators for IBEW and IAFF employee organizations

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to select a final map and introduce an ordinance transitioning to district-based council elections. They will also consider designating fire hazard severity zones, receive a sewer system audit, and discuss a multicultural center concept with $500,000 in county grant funding. Consent items include approving an $88,645 sidewalk repair contract and amending the Saggio Hills affordable housing development agreement.

• Public hearing on district-based council elections map and ordinance
• Designation of fire hazard severity zones in local responsibility area
• Award of $88,645 sidewalk repair contract to AGD General Engineering Inc.
• Amendment to Saggio Hills affordable housing development agreement at 450 Parkland Farms Boulevard
• Multicultural center concept at Abel De Luna Community Center with $500,000 Sonoma County grant

City Council

This is a special meeting where the City Council will discuss and provide direction on goals for the upcoming fiscal year (July 2025-June 2026). The session includes a budget overview, review of staff-proposed goals across seven strategic initiatives, and councilmember-submitted priorities. No formal action will be taken; staff will later bring a proposed goal list for adoption at a regular meeting.

• Housing Element Land Use Code updates (density bonus, SB 9, SB 684, SB 1123 ordinances)
• Station Area Specific Plan using a $1.13M grant for planning near the SMART station
• Support permitting for Saggio Hills and 155 Dry Creek affordable housing projects
• Healdsburg Avenue Complete Street Project design to add protected bike lanes
• Aquifer Storage and Recovery test wells to increase dry-season water supply

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Healdsburg Parks & Recreation Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for April 9, 2025. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting of April 9, 2025 cancelled

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a workshop to review a proposed senior living community at 359 Hudson Street, comprising 68 senior living units, 6 memory care units, and 9 affordable rental units. The applicant is requesting a density bonus to increase the allowed units from 51 to 77. No official action will be taken; the workshop is for public input and informal feedback.

• Workshop on Gallaher Senior Living: 77 residential units (68 senior, 9 affordable), 6 memory care units, requested density bonus from 51 to 77 units

City Council

The City Council will consider a consent calendar item to pass an ordinance amending the land use code to regulate formula businesses downtown and prohibit big box retail and outlet malls throughout Healdsburg. A public hearing is scheduled to consider introducing an ordinance establishing district-based council elections and selecting final district maps. Other items include a $97,975 contract for a fire department assessment, approval of the Saggio Hills affordable housing final map, and a discussion on possible parklet program changes.

• Ordinance amending Title 20 Land Use Code to regulate formula businesses downtown and prohibit big box retail and outlet malls citywide
• Public hearing on proposed district-based council elections with five districts and selection of final map
• Professional services agreement with AP Triton for $97,975 for fire department Standards of Cover Assessment and Strategic Plan
• Resolution approving first final map for Saggio Hills Affordable Housing Project and public improvement agreement
• Discussion on potential modifications to the Ongoing Parklet Program

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

The Senior Citizens Advisory Commission will consider adopting its 2025 goals and finalizing committee assignments, including work on Age-Friendly Community, Compassionate Communities, Diversity/Equity/Inclusion, and the Endowment Fund. The commission will also receive a presentation on the Sonoma County Master Plan on Aging from Joni Huntsperger. Reports from the councilmember liaison and public comments on non-agenda items are also scheduled.

• Presentation on Sonoma County Master Plan on Aging by Joni Huntsperger
• Adoption of 2025 Commission goals: Age-Friendly Community, Compassionate Communities pilot, Diversity/Equity/Inclusion, Endowment Fund
• Finalize committee assignments for each goal (Brown, Hoppes, TBD)
• Councilmember Ron Edwards liaison report
• Public comments on non-agenda items

Planning Commission

This meeting agenda is a cancellation notice only; the Planning Commission will not meet on March 25, 2025. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 8, 2025.

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on issuing up to $35 million in tax-exempt bonds for the Dry Creek Commons affordable housing project and on draft maps for transitioning to district-based council elections. The consent calendar includes contract amendments for energy forecasts (Rincon Consultants, $114,713), engineering inspections (Coastland Engineering, $250,000), recycled water at Tayman Golf, deed restriction termination at 1408 University Street, and a space utilization study ($91,710).

• Public hearing on up to $35M in tax-exempt bonds for Dry Creek Commons affordable housing project
• Fourth public hearing on draft maps and sequence of elections for district-based council elections
• Amend professional services agreement with Rincon Consultants Inc. for energy forecast, increasing amount to $114,713
• Amend agreement with Coastland Engineering for plan review and inspection, increasing by $200,000 to $250,000, extending term to 2027
• Professional services agreement with The KPA Group for space utilization study, not to exceed $91,710

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss labor negotiations with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) in closed session. No other public business is scheduled.

• Closed session conference with labor negotiators regarding IBEW employee organization

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will receive a presentation from the Health Care Foundation of Northern Sonoma County on a Multicultural Center visioning project. The commission is also set to adopt its 2025 goals and make committee assignments. Other business includes approval of February 5, 2025 special meeting minutes and a City Council liaison report.

• Receive presentation on Healdsburg Multicultural Center visioning project from Health Care Foundation of Northern Sonoma County
• Adopt 2025 Parks and Recreation Commission goals and committee assignments
• Approve February 5, 2025 special meeting minutes
• City Council liaison report from Mayor Evelyn Mitchell
• Public comments on non-agenda items

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold two public hearings: one to consider an amendment to the tentative parcel map for Lot 5 of the Mill District project, adding an airspace parcel for the Amenity & Retail Building; and another to consider a design review for a new single-family residence at 317 Matheson Street in the Matheson Street Historic District. The commission will also approve minutes from its January 28, 2025 meeting.

• Tentative Parcel Map Amendment for Lot 5 of Mill District (164 Healdsburg Avenue) to add one airspace parcel for commercial spaces
• Design Review Application for a new single-family residence at 317 Matheson Street in the Matheson Street Historic District
• Recommended resolutions for both items with findings and conditions of approval
• Approval of minutes from the January 28, 2025, regular meeting

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will hold two public hearings: one to authorize up to $30M in tax-exempt bonds for the Saggio Hills affordable housing project, and another to introduce an ordinance that would revise formula business rules and prohibit big box retail and outlet malls citywide. The council will also renew the Military Equipment Use Ordinance and receive the annual police department update and a presentation on Housing Trust Funds.

• Public hearing to approve up to $30M in tax-exempt bonds for Saggio Hills affordable housing project
• Public hearing to introduce ordinance revising formula business rules and banning big box retail and outlet malls citywide
• Renewal of Military Equipment Use Ordinance and approval of annual Military Equipment Report
• Annual police department update on past year's activity and current goals
• Presentation on Housing Trust Funds and key considerations for future direction

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

The Senior Citizens Advisory Commission will discuss goals for 2025, including the creation of a task force for an Age-Friendly Action Plan. The body will also receive updates on several community capital projects.

• Update on Foley Family Community Pavilion, Laura Fish Somersal Park Development, and Badger Park Redevelopment projects
• Review and adoption of 2025 goals, including Age-Friendly Community and Compassionate Communities initiatives
• Consideration of 2025 committee assignments

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for February 25, 2025, has been canceled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for March 11, 2025.

Housing Element Work Group

The Housing Element Work Group will receive staff updates on housing activities. The meeting includes a presentation regarding the Community Housing Land Trust.

• Presentation on the Community Housing Land Trust
• Staff update on housing activities since the last meeting

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on Variance Application VAR-0003-2024, which seeks approval to build two small steel arbor structures within the 35-foot Foss Creek riparian setback at the Cottages of Healdsburg hotel. Staff recommends approval, finding the project would have no creek impacts and is categorically exempt under CEQA. The arbors would provide shade and privacy for hotel guests.

• Variance request to allow two arbor structures (8' x 32' and 8' x 8') within the 35-foot riparian setback at 425 and 427 Foss Street
• APNs: 002-173-030 and 002-173-033; applicant Jackson Broussard (via Thomas A. Lenny, contractor)
• CEQA categorical exemption under Section 15305 Class 5 – Minor Modifications in Land Use Limitations
• Staff recommends approval with conditions including building permits and easement abandonment
• Existing site is a channelized section of Foss Creek with no natural riparian vegetation; previous development on adjacent Duchamp Hotel site was permitted within the setback

City Council

The City Council will hold its third public hearing on draft maps and election sequence for district-based council elections, seeking community input and providing direction to staff. The council will also consider a mid-year budget amendment for FY 2024-25. Consent items include approval of audited FY 2023-24 financial statements, a contract for network equipment at Foley Pavilion ($112,335.90), and an IT services agreement with eSolutionsOne Inc. (up to $129,937 plus $150,000 over three years). The meeting includes routine proclamations and approvals.

• Third public hearing to receive community input on draft district maps and election sequence for district-based council elections
• Mid-year budget review and resolution amending the FY 2024-25 budget
• Agreement with Development Group Inc. for $112,335.90 for network systems equipment and installation at Foley Pavilion
• Agreement with eSolutionsOne Inc. for $129,937 for ServiceNow development and up to $150,000 over 3 years for as-needed support
• Approve audited financial statements for fiscal year ending June 30, 2024

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for February 11, 2025, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for February 25, 2025.

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Healdsburg Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a special meeting on February 5, 2025. Key agenda items include an update on the Laura Fish Somersal Park Phase 1 schematic design in Saggio Hills, election of a chair and vice chair for 2025, and discussion of the commission's 2025 goals. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from previous meetings.

• Election of chair and vice chair for 2025
• Update on Laura Fish Somersal Park Phase 1 schematic design (new park in Saggio Hills)
• Discussion of 2025 Parks and Recreation Commission goals
• Approval of August 29, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Approval of October 9, 2024 regular meeting minutes

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will meet on February 3, 2025, to discuss routine financial reports, approve a professional services agreement for the March Avenue Reconstruction Project, and appoint members to advisory commissions. The meeting includes a proclamation for Black History Month and a presentation from the Marin/Sonoma Mosquito and Vector Control District.

• Approve $255,700 Professional Services Agreement with Brelje and Race Consulting Engineers for March Avenue Reconstruction Project
• Adopt Measure H Funding Agreement between Sonoma County and Healdsburg
• Appoint three members to Parks and Recreation Commission and two to Senior Citizen Advisory Commission
• Discuss potential uses of revenue from Renewable Energy Credit (REC) sales
• Receive mid-year update on City Council fiscal year 2024-25 goals

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to review draft revisions to the Healdsburg Municipal Code Title 20 Land Use Code. The body may adopt a resolution recommending that the City Council prohibit big box retail and outlet malls throughout the city and clarify rules for formula businesses.

• Public hearing on Healdsburg Municipal Code Title 20 revisions regarding formula businesses, big box retail, and outlet malls

City Council

The Healdsburg City Council will consider adopting the Healdsburg Active Transportation Plan, which outlines improvements for biking and walking. They will also receive a report on city-owned property with potential for affordable housing development. On the consent calendar, the council will conditionally award a $147,000 contract for fire station reroofing and accept a public utility easement at 50 Front Street.

• Conditionally award fire station reroofing contract to Contract West Roofing, Inc. for up to $147,000
• Adopt resolution accepting Public Utility Easement at 50 Front Street from Cuneo Soracco Properties LLC
• Adopt resolution approving the Healdsburg Active Transportation Plan
• Receive report on city-owned land for potential affordable housing production
• Approve minutes from December 2023 and January 2024 meetings

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission of the City of Healdsburg has canceled its regularly scheduled meeting of Tuesday, January 14, 2025. The next regularly scheduled meeting is January 28, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. No items were discussed or decided due to the cancellation.

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Healdsburg Parks & Recreation Commission has cancelled its January 8, 2025 meeting. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled; no agenda items were considered

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a closed session with legal counsel. The session concerns exposure to litigation involving two cases.

• Closed session regarding two cases of exposure to litigation

City Council

The City Council will hold a second public hearing to receive community input on the composition of voting districts for district-based council elections. The consent calendar includes routine approvals: monthly investment report, disbursements, a traffic signal maintenance contract amendment (increase to $90,000), purchase of bulk chemicals (up to $272,944 over three years), and an amended MOU with 421 Foss Street LLC (Duchamp Hotel) for the Foley Family Community Pavilion project. No old or new business items are listed.

• Second public hearing on district composition for district-based council elections at 6:15 p.m.
• Traffic signal maintenance contract amendment with DC Electric Group, Inc., increasing not-to-exceed from $45,000 to $90,000
• Conditional award of bulk chemicals purchase from Univar Solutions USA LLC, not to exceed $272,944 over three years (up to $478,410 with extensions)
• Amended and restated MOU with 421 Foss Street LLC (Duchamp Hotel) for Foley Family Community Pavilion project
• Monthly investment report showing $57.9 million in interest-earning assets, 4.40% weighted rate of return