CITY MANAGER'S UPDATE
Volume 24 | Issue 12 | June 14, 2024
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 17, City Council will issue a Proclamation declaring June 19, 2024 as Juneteenth in the City of Healdsburg.
CITY OF HEALDSBURG HOLIDAY CLOSURE
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19, 2024
City Offices will be closed in observance of the Juneteenth holiday.
City Hall will reopen on Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 7:30 a.m.
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CIUDAD DE HEALDSBURG CIERRE POR DIA FESTIVO
Miércoles, 19 de junio de 2024
Las oficinas de la ciudad estarán cerradas de la fiesta de Juneteenth.
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El Ayuntamiento volverá a abrir el jueves 20 de junio de 2024 a las 7:30 a.m.
RECYCLED WATER PIPELINE PROJECT
Under Construction
The City of Healdsburg (City) recently received a $7.1 million grant from the State of California to construct the Municipal Recycled Water Pipeline Project This project will help the City avoid using drinking water to irrigate large areas of turf. This allows more water to remain available for domestic purposes reducing the impacts of future droughts.
Construction started on 06/10/2024, along Kinley Drive and will be moving to Kennedy Lane on 06/13/2024 through 06/17/2024, then on to Healdsburg Ave and S. University Street through the end of June. In the following months the project will cross the SMART rails and traverse First Street to ultimately serve the Healdsburg Elementary School, Recreation Park, Tayman Park, Giorgi Park, and Oak Mound Cemetery The proposed overall route can be found on the project webpage www.healdsburg.gov/recycledwaterpipeline, as well as up to date information on the project schedule.
This project is anticipated to offset approximately 25 million gallons of potable water and is important for future drought resilience. We apologize for the temporary inconvenience this project may cause, and we truly appreciate your patience as we get this important work done. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to our project manager, Patrick Fuss, 707-217-3218, pfuss@healdsburg gov
HOUSING AND GMO FORUM
Join us on June 26th at the Healdsburg Community Center from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. to learn more about the Growth Management Ordinance (GMO) and the vision for housing in Healdsburg. Childcare, interpretation, and light refreshments will be provided.
This meeting will provide insights on how the GMO affects housing development, availability, and affordability in our community. We will discuss challenges and opportunities related to workforce housing, with input from city staff, local non-profits, and community members. This is a great opportunity to learn more about the proposed GMO ballot measure and to hear a variety of perspectives in an open forum where all opinions are welcome.
Your participation is important in shaping a sustainable and inclusive housing strategy for Healdsburg.
We look forward to seeing you there!
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
to lease city owned property
The City of Healdsburg is now receiving proposals to lease a City owned building at 217 Healdsburg Avenue.
This Request for Proposals seeks proposals from commercial business operators or nonprofits for lease of the Property.
When the lease is executed, it is the desire that the property emerges as a vibrant and financially viable establishment that provides substantial and sustained community benefits to the Downtown Commercial Zone
If you are interested in submitting a proposal or would like more information including the City’s proposed evaluation criteria, please visit healdsburg gov/bids
BUDGET ADOPTION
On June 3, the City Council adopted the municipal budget for the next two fiscal years, which begin on July 1, 2024.
Approval of the City of Healdsburg's budget for fiscal years 2024-25 and 2025-26.
Approval of the Capital Improvement Plan for the years 2025-2029.
Adoption of a list of authorized staff positions within the City.
Some highlights from the budget include:
Growth Management Ordinance Outreach
Public Safety Cameras
Type 1 Fire Engine Replacement
Fire Department Roof Repair
New Fire Inspector Position (Measure H)
Facility Site Assessments
Community Services Deferred Maintenance
Foley Pavilion IT infrastructure
Arts & Culture Masterplan Implementation and the formation of a new Arts Commission
Restored Frozen Utility Positions
Electric Meter Reading Improvements
The two year budget includes a capital investment of over $44 million, which leverages over $20 million in outside grants and $6 million in developer contributions.
BUSINESS LICENSE RENEWALS
COMING SOON!
Renewal notifications will soon be emailed to all registered businesses. Once you receive the personalized notification simply log in to your existing account, select renew license to pay the appropriate fees, and print your renewed license. It’s as easy as 1,2,3!
For more information, please click here.
VEGETATION MANAGEMENT UPDATE
The Healdsburg Fire Department continues vegetation management and fuel reduction work
Our team has made significant progress in fuel reduction efforts near Gauntlet Road, in the foothills on the northeast side of down. We are now preparing for both pile burns and a prescription broadcast burn in this area These controlled burns are essential to reducing the risk of wildfires by safely removing excess vegetation.
Additionally, we are excited to announce that the top of Fitch Mountain is scheduled for a 3+ acre prescription (RX) burn. This marks the culmination of five years of diligent fuel reduction work aimed at preparing the mountain for this on future critical burns. This burn is a Cal-Fire supported burn
Scheduled Burns
July 1, 2024: Pile burn near Gauntlet Road, in the foothills above the area between March Avenue and Sunnyvale.
July 3, 2024: RX broadcast burn at the top of Fitch Mountain.
July 8, 2024: Broadcast RX burn near Gauntlet Road, in the foothills between March Avenue and Sunnyvale.
Please note that all burns are subject to weather conditions and resource availability and may be rescheduled if necessary.
INTERESTED IN JOINING PUBLIC WORKS? Check out our open full-time positions at healdsburg.gov/jobs Senior Civil Engineer Senior Project Manager Utility Worker II
UPCOMING AGENDA ITEMS
June 17, 2024
Weed Abatement Public Hearing
Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District Public Hearing
Growth Management Ordinance – Ballot Determination
Calling and Giving Notice of the General
Municipal Election to be held on November 5, 2024
August 5, 2024
Grove Street Neighborhood Implementation Plan Update
Housing Element Strategic Implementation
Plan – Professional Services Agreement
Notice of Completion for Fitch Mountain Public Access Improvement Project
August 19, 2024
Women’s Equality Day Proclamation
Arts and Culture Commission Discussion
Formula Retail Discussion
Safe Routes to School Plan Update
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