CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE
THE CITY MANAGER'S UPDATE
City Manager Jeff Kay
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JUNETEENTH PROCLAMATION
Join us in celebrating Juneteenth!
June 19th symbolizes freedom, celebrates the abolishment of slavery, reminds all Americans of the significant contributions of African Americans to our society, and is a time for reflection and rejoicing. On Monday, June 16, City Council will issue a Proclamation declaring June 19, 2025 as Juneteenth in the City of Healdsburg.
JUNETEENTH CELEBRATIONS
The Juneteenth Celebration will take place on Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 2:00–8:00 p.m. in the Healdsburg Plaza. Hosted by Healdsburg Jazz in collaboration with the City of Healdsburg, this free public event commemorates Juneteenth with a vibrant mix of live jazz performances, cultural education, interactive workshops, and family-friendly activities.
This year’s musical lineup features three acclaimed acts: Tyreek McDole Quintet (starting at 3:00 p.m.)
Orrin Evans Trio (starting at 5:00 p.m.)
The Dynamic Miss Faye Carol with her all-star trio and a string quartet (starting at 7:00 p.m.)
Additional highlights include poetry, interactive area, a Pop-Up Art Gallery, vendors, and more. Interactive arts and music activities will be available for youth and families throughout the day.
Additional information can be found here or by scanning the QR Code :
JUNETEENTH CELEBRATIONS
Tuesdays in the Plaza featuring Melba’s Kitchen
As part of our ongoing Tuesdays in the Plaza concert series, we’re excited to welcome Melba’s Kitchen to the Healdsburg Plaza on Tuesday, June 17, from 6:00–8:00 p.m. This free community event is hosted by Healdsburg Community Services in collaboration with Healdsburg Jazz.
Melba’s Kitchen is a dynamic, 14-piece all-women jazz ensemble from the East Bay that celebrates the legacy of jazz legends Melba Liston and Mary Lou Williams; two groundbreaking Black women composers and arrangers whose contributions helped shape the sound of 20th-century jazz. The group’s performance will blend concert pieces, danceable tunes, and original works that honor these musical pioneers
Food vendors will be available from 5:00–8:00 p.m. with children activities provided by our local Healdsburg Girl Scouts (Troop 10377 and Troop 10278) from 6:00-8:00 p m Additional information can be found by visiting, Tuesdays in the Plaza.
GUNVIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH
On June 2, 2025, the Council issued a Proclamation recognizing June 2025 as Gun Violence Awareness Month in the City of Healdsburg. Chief of Police Matt Jenkins was in attendance to receive the proclamation.
In 2023, the Council adopted an ordinance relating to the safe storage of firearms and made it a Council priority to educate the public on safe storage options available in the community. The safe storage ordinance places additional restrictions on residents and visitors of Healdsburg pertaining to the safe storage of firearms. All persons are required to keep a firearm within any residence in a locked container or disabled with a trigger lock, unless the firearm is carried upon the person or is otherwise in the immediate control and possession of a person in accordance with applicable local, state and federal law.
Additionally, any person who owns or possesses a firearm shall report the theft or loss of the firearm to the City of Healdsburg Police Department within 48 hours of the time the persons suspected or new the firearm had been lost or stolen.
For additional information on safe storage, click here or scan the QR Code below.
HELP CHOOSE THE CITY’S OFFICIAL FLOWER, PLANT OR TREE!
While the grape leaf has been part of the City’s logo for many years, it's not the official flower, plant, or tree for the City.
The City asked the Healdsburg Garden Club for assistance in identifying a short list of candidates that are native to Healdsburg and have ecological, cultural, or economic value. City Council reviewed the Garden Club's nominations and wanted the opportunity for the community to provide feedback on the nominations.
The survey is available in both English and Spanish: English Spanish
For more information about the nominations please visit: www.healdsburg.gov/cityflowerplanttree
The survey will be open until 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 9.
VEGETATION MANAGEMENT
Prescribed Burns - June 17 & 18
The Healdsburg Fire Department, in collaboration with CAL FIRE, will be conducting two prescribed burns on Fitch Mountain next week as part of our comprehensive wildfire mitigation strategy.
June 17, 2025 – Fitch Mountain Villa Commons Burn
The first prescribed burn is scheduled for Tuesday, June 17, in the foothills above Fitch Mountain Villa Commons. The burn will begin at 8:00 AM and continue throughout the day, conditions permitting. This operation supports defensible space efforts near residential neighborhoods and previously treated areas, enhancing safety for both the public and first responders
June 18, 2025 – Fitch Mountain Open Space Preserve Burn
The second burn is planned for Wednesday, June 18, on the upper slopes of Fitch Mountain within the Open Space Preserve. This project targets dense vegetation and accumulated fuels that pose a significant wildfire risk. By reducing these hazards, the burn supports forest health and long-term community safety.
STRATEGIC FIRE MITIGATION IN ACTION
These prescribed burns represent the culmination of hundreds of hours of site preparation, including masticating brush, creating fire breaks, and carefully coordinating across agencies. This preparation ensures that each burn can be conducted as safely and effectively as possible.
Prescribed fire is a critical tool in wildfire risk reduction. Benefits include:
Reducing hazardous vegetation and ladder fuels
Improving ecosystem health in fireadapted landscapes
Enhancing firefighter safety and operational effectiveness
Protecting homes, infrastructure, and evacuation routes
These burns are part of Healdsburg’s broader wildfire resilience strategy and support long-term environmental stewardship goals
WhattoExpect
Smoke may be visible in and around Healdsburg on both days.
Crews will be on scene throughout the duration of the operations to monitor and manage fire activity.
Both burns are weather-dependent and will only proceed if conditions are safe and appropriate.
All resources and personnel from Healdsburg Fire Department and CAL FIRE are confirmed and ready. We are also grateful to receive operational support from our neighbors at Northern Sonoma County Fire District, who will be assisting during the burn operations
Fitch Mountain Open Space access will be closed during the burn
For additional information, contact the Healdsburg Fire Department at (707) 4313360 and find updates on our social media pages
BULK FILL STATION now
A new bulk fill station for recycled water is open and ready for use near 33 Healdsburg Avenue. The City now has three recycled water bulk fill stations. The other two are located near 226 Kinley Drive (by Opperman’s) and 340 Foreman Lane (near the City’s Water Reclamation Facility). The recycled water available at each fill station is free.
In order to use the fill stations, you will need to:
Have a way to transport the recycled water; and Receive training on accessing the fill stations from Water/Wastewater Superintendent Rob Scates.
Contact Rob directly at 707-431-3369 rscates@healdsburg.gov if you are interested in participating in the bulk recycled water program.
BULK FILL STATION LOCATIONS
SIDEWALK REPAIR AND GAP CLOSURE PROJECT
The City’s 24/25 Sidewalk Repair and Gap Closure Project kicked off June 9, 2025, adjacent to Gibbs Park and is scheduled to complete by July 25, 2025. Sidewalks will be repaired at 17 locations around the City to improve access.
Expect traffic controls, construction activities and construction-area signs. Please observe and adhere to construction-area signage.
Though temporary impacts are inevitable, our goal is to complete the project without creating any more disturbance than necessary.
The City of Healdsburg greatly appreciates your patience and understanding over the duration it takes for completion of the project.
Got questions or concerns? Reach out to Scott Mann at smann@healdsburg.gov or call (707) 473-4469.
NECESIDADESDE VIVIENDA Encuestra Sobre
Únaseala conversación!
¡Ayude a dar forma a las viviendas para personas mayores de edad en Healdsburg!
La Comisión Asesora de Personas Mayores de Edad y el Departamento de Viviendas de Healdsburg están trabajando para garantizar que las personas mayores de edad de la ciudad tengan acceso a viviendas seguras, estables y asequibles. Como parte de este esfuerzo, estamos recogiendo información para informar a las actualizaciones de políticas, orientar los diseños de los proyectos y alinear los nuevos desarrollos de viviendas con las preferencias y prioridades de nuestra comunidad de personas mayores de edad.
Cómo
participar
Visite el comedor del Senior Center en 133 Matheson Street De lunes a viernes entre las 9am - 5pm Esta encuesta interactiva estará disponible hasta el 3 de julio
¡Queremos saber de usted!
Para más información, por favor póngase en contacto con el Departamento de Vivienda en 707-431-3568
*Debe ser cliente de PG&E para recibir el reembolso de
CITY OF HEALDSBURG HOLIDAY CLOSURE
THURSDAY, JUNE 19, 2025
City Offices will be closed in observance of the Juneteenth holiday.
City Hall will reopen on Monday, June 23, 2025 at 7:30 a.m.
CIUDAD DE HEALDSBURG CIERRE POR DIA FESTIVO
jueves, 19 de junio de 2025
Las
UPCOMING AGENDA ITEMS
August 4, 2025
Pavement Condition Presentation
Badger Park Redevelopment CEQA and Master Plan
Local Preference Policy
Healdsburg Chamber of CommerceContract Renewal
Villa Chanticleer Historic Preservation Award and Operational Update
August 18, 2025
Women’s Equality Day Proclamation
Parklet Program Modifications
Update on State Housing Laws
Title Six Implementation Plan Presentation
September 2, 2025
Latin American Heritage Month
Proclamation
National Service Dog Month Proclamation
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