CITY MANAGER'S UPDATE
THE CITY MANAGER'S UPDATE
City Manager Jeff Kay
The City Manager's Update is a bi-weekly, digital publication, and includes current information and news, program and project updates, upcoming events, recruitment opportunities, and more!
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HEALDSBURG FINANCE DEPARTMENT
receives Distinguished Budget Presentation Award!
The City of Healdsburg is proud to announce that our budget has been awarded with the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA).
This award reflects our commitment to meeting the highest principles of governmental budgeting. To earn this distinction, the City had to satisfy nationally recognized guidelines for effective budget presentation and how well the City’s budget serves as: a policy document financial plan operational guide communication tool
As one of only 1,700 recipients nationwide, Healdsburg joins a select group of governments demonstrating excellence in budgeting practices.
This award is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our city staff and elected officials.
FREE LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATION! TRAIN TO
The Healdsburg Community Services Department is excited to offer a FREE Red Cross Lifeguard Certification course this fall! Train with professional lifeguards, acquire valuable skills like First Aid and CPR, enhance your leadership and teamwork abilities, and earn the chance to work at one of the county’s most beloved pools.
Why train with us? Upon completing your certification, you’ll have the opportunity to work for the City as one of our lifeguard and swim instructors. You'll join a fantastic team that offers flexible scheduling and supportive training.
You must be at least 15 years old by the last day of class and able to complete the required swimming skills, including a swim-tread-swim sequence. We’d like to extend a special invitation to our active adult community to sign up for the course to help us fill a critical staffing need!
Pl i t HERE no later than Wednesday, October 23. To register by phone or if you have questions - 707 431-3301.
Class Dates: 10/25 - 10/27 Friday: 4PM - 6PM Sat/Sun: 8AM - 6PM
CERTIFICACIÓN
El Departamento de Servicios Comunitarios de Healdsburg se complace en ofrecer este otoño un curso GRATUITO de Certificación de Salvavidas de la Cruz Roja. Entrena con salvavidas profesionales, aprende habilidades valiosas como Primeros Auxilios y RCP, mejora tus habilidades de trabajo en equipo y liderazgo, y gana la oportunidad de trabajar en una de las piscinas más queridas del condado.
¿Por qué entrenar con nosotros? Al completar su certificación, usted tendrá la oportunidad de trabajar para la Ciudad como uno de nuestros salvavidas e instructores de natación. Te unirás a un equipo fantástico que ofrece horarios flexibles y entrenamiento de apoyo.
Debes tener al menos 15 años de edad el último día de clase y ser capaz de completar las habilidades de natación requeridas, incluyendo una secuencia de natación. Nos gustaría extender una invitación especial a nuestra comunidad de adultos activos para que se inscriban en el curso y nos ayuden a cubrir una necesidad crítica de personal.
Inscríbase AQUI antes del miércoles 23 de octubre. Para inscribirse por teléfono o si tiene preguntas - 707 431-3301.
Fechas de clase: 10/25 - 10/27
Viernes 4PM - 6PM Sabado/Domingo: 8AM - 6PM
Centro de Natación de Healdsburg 360 Monte Vista Ave. Healdsburg Ca 95448 www.healdsburg.gov (707) 431-3613
FOSS CREEK PATHWAY LIGHTS
REPAIRED
Ahead of the winter season and long nights, the City completed repairs and replacements to over 71 lights along the Foss Creek Pathway. The work included lights from Front Street all the way north to the Community Center. Many of these lights needed repairs due to wire theft and vandalism. This is an important path for bicyclists and pedestrians year-round and lighting repairs are critical to maintaining a safe pathway. Many thanks go to the City’s Electric Superintendent Todd Woolman and our electric linemen for acquiring replacement material through manufacture warranties (saved the City nearly $100,000) and completing the repairs in a most efficient manner. Electric Department staff also added additional security features to prevent future vandalism and theft. Next chance you have, please walk or bike the City’s pathway and enjoy a late evening or early morning trip.
BRING YOUR OWN...
cup, bag, container, utensils!
Let's make a conscious effort to reduce waste and protect our planet. By choosing reusable options, we can significantly minimize our environmental impact.
Instead of disposable items, bring your own reusable cup for coffee, reusable bags for shopping, and reusable utensils for meals. Paper cups often have a plastic lining that prevents them from being recycled. While plastic bags are banned statewide, many businesses still use thicker plastic bags labeled as reusable. Opt for sturdy, reusable bags made from durable materials like cotton or canvas.
Did you know that "compostable" utensils are not allowed in your green bin? They often take too long to degrade and can contaminate compost streams.
Healdsburg has banned polystyrene products (Styrofoam). If you receive to-go orders in polystyrene containers, please voice your concerns and request a more environmentally friendly alternative.
Together, we can can make a difference!
FREE COMPOST CONTAINERS
AspartofZeroWasteWeek
AvailableattheOctober12thFarmersMarket
Climate Action
Healdsburg will host a booth at the Farmer’s Market, one day only on October 12th. Please come by and hear about the great work of Climate Action Healdsburg… and pick up your free City of Healdsburg provided stainless-steel containers for residents. One per household please.
To find out more about the many Zero Waste events throughout the county, visit North Bay Zero Waste Week.
COMPOSTING IS EASY AS
1-2-3!
KNOWYOUR
ZONE
healdsburgemergency.org
In the event of a large-scale emergency, the City has established emergency evacuation zones for the entire community.
The City has 13 evacuation zones, beginning with “HE” followed by a number to differentiate the City of Healdsburg evacuation zones from the surrounding County of Sonoma evacuation zones.
Community members can view their zones and read their boundaries in English and in Spanish, as well as search by address to determine the location of their home and/or work zone(s). During an emergency, the interactive map will be updated to show which zones are under an evacuation order or warning.
We encourage all community members to take the time to look up their evacuation zones now, before an emergency occurs. Knowing your zone and having an evacuation plan in place can be critical in ensuring your safety and the safety of your loved ones.
Community members are encouraged to review and practice their own emergency preparedness plan, and take steps to prepare before the emergency occurs.
To view the emergency evacuation zone map in English and in Spanish, as well as additional emergency preparedness information, please visit healdsburgemergency.org.
HOME ENERGY LOAD MANAGEMENT PROGRAM coming soon!
The Healdsburg Home Energy Load Management Program will help customers automatically shift their electric vehicle charging and cooling/heating away from periods of high energy demand and towards periods of abundant renewables.
Program launch is expected in November 2024. Write to conservation@healdsburg.gov to be added to the notification list.
Note: No new applications for the EV Monthly Discount Program or Smart Thermostat Rebate will be accepted after November 1, 2024.
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
Join us on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. when the Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing to consider the following:
Mill District Project Lot 5, Amenity & Retail Building.
Applications associated with this project include:
Major Design Review
Conditional Use Permit
Tentative Parcel Map
This item was continued from the August 27, 2024 Planning Commission meeting. Please reach out to Planning Consultant Linda Ruffing, with any questions at linda@nccplanning.com. To view additional project information please visit our website here.
PUBLIC POWER WEEK
October6-12,2024
Public Power Week is coming up on October 6th!
It’s a celebration of what matters most to us: YOU, our customers. Let's show our appreciation for the Healdsburg Electric Department and the power they provide to our community.
WATER PROFESSIONALS APPRECIATION WEEK
October 5-13, 2024
Water Professionals help keep water flowing for all Californians! Join us in celebrating the essential services they provide in our community!
UPCOMING AGENDA ITEMS
October 21, 2024
Appoint Council Subcommittee for Arts and Culture Commission Interviews
2023 Power Content Label
Saggio Hills Park Naming Proposals
Deferred Maintenance Program Park Update
November 4, 2024
IT Project and GIS Update
2025 Special Event Requests
Corazon Lease Agreement Extension
Prohousing Incentive Program (PIP) Funding
November 18, 2024
FY 24-25 Q1 Financial Update
Discussion of Future Fireworks Shows and Alternatives
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