Volume 26 | Issue 1 | January 9, 2026
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE
City weathers the storm
THE CITY MANAGER'S UPDATE City Manager Jeff Kay
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ABOUT THE COVER A storm system drenched Healdsburg early this week, dropping 5 inches of rain in the City, causing temporary localized flooding, as well as high creek and river flows. By Monday night, streets were reopened and the water receded as the week progressed.
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WARD STREET NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT
The City has contracted with BKF Engineers to start the design of the Ward Street Neighborhood Improvements Project, which includes potential infrastructure improvements within the roadways of Adeline Way, Ward Street, Palm Avenue, and South University Street. The first phase of the Project is the preparation of a Needs Assessment to identify missing areas of sidewalk and assess the pavement, utilities and drainage issues throughout the neighborhood. The Needs Assessment is anticipated to be completed in Summer 2026. Public outreach meetings will then be scheduled to review the Needs Assessment and gather input on what improvements are recommended for the construction project. Over the next several months, residents can expect to see workers in the neighborhood conducting surveys of the roadways, sidewalks and utilities. If you have any information that would be helpful for the project, or have questions or concerns, please contact Terrie Zwillinger at (707) 431-3575 or tzwillinger@healdsburg.gov.
HAPPY
new year! RESOLVE TO BE READY
Make emergency preparedness one of your New Year’s resolutions: Build or refresh your emergency kit Review your household plan Sign up for local alerts Review your insurance documents HealdsburgEmergency.org
HEAT PUMP HVAC SYSTEM RESOLVE to stay warm this winter with an efficient electric heat pump Did you know that heat pump HVAC systems can cool AND heat your home or business? Because they TRANSFER heat rather than GENERATE heat, heat pumps can efficiently keep your home or business comfortable year-round. Although federal tax credits have ended, City of Healdsburg rebates are still available! Learn more at www.SmartLivingHealdsburg.org
HEAT PUMP WATER HEATER RESOLVE to keep your water hot this year with an efficient electric heat pump water heater Did you know that heat pump water heaters can be 2 to 3 times more efficient than conventional water heaters? This is because heat pumps TRANSFER heat rather than GENERATE heat. Although federal tax credits have ended, City of Healdsburg rebates are still available! Learn more at www.SmartLivingHealdsburg.org
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YOUR LIBRARY Invest a few minutes in the future of libraries and join our strategic plan process
Your input matters!
TU BIBLIOTECA Invierte unos minutos en el futurode las bibliotecas y únete a nuestroproceso de planificación estratégica
¡Tu opinión es importante! Take our short survey Responde nuestro breve cuestionario sonomalibrary.org/plan
Have you ever wondered how your public library shapes its future? Now’s your chance to be part of it!
Sonoma County Library is developing a new five-year Strategic Plan and we want to hear from you. Everyone who lives, works, or goes to school in Sonoma County is invited to take part in an engaging, hour-long community meeting and share ideas on how the Library can better serve you and your community. Join us for a Community Conversation about the future of local library services. These dynamic one-hour sessions —available in person and online— are facilitated by The Ivy Group, our strategic planning consultants. Come connect with fellow community members, share your voice, and help shape the Library’s priorities, programs, and services for years to come.
Community Meeting Schedule January 14, 2026 | 3:00 pm – Community Church of Sebastopol 1000 Gravenstein Hwy N. Sebastopol, CA 95472 January 14, 2026 | 6:30 pm – Petaluma Regional Library 100 Fairgrounds Drive, Petaluma, CA 94952 January 15, 2026 | 9:00 am – Virtual January 17, 2026 | 10:00 am – Windsor Regional Library 9291 Old Redwood Highway Building 100, Windsor, CA 95492
Registration is available via the library events calendar: https://events.sonomalibrary.org/events/month/2026/01 Attendance is subject to room capacity. Advance registration is required. If maximum capacity is reached, admission will be on a first-come, first-served basis. For the virtual session, a Zoom access link will be sent to the email provided during registration prior to the event. This session is offered in English. For more information, please contact: strategicplan@sonomalibrary.org
STORM SAFETY Storm season can bring localized flooding, power outages, and downed trees. Take time now to prepare to keep our community safe and resilient.
How to Prepare 1
Stay Informed Sign up for local emergency alerts and monitor weather forecasts for heavy rain, high winds, and possible flooding.
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Prepare Your Home Clear storm drains, secure outdoor furniture, and check that gutters and downspouts are free of debris.
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Make an Emergency Kit Keep water, food, medications, and key documents on hand.
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Be Ready for Power Outages Keep flashlights, batteries, and phones charged.
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Drive with Caution Slow down on wet roads, avoid flooded roads, and never drive around barricades: “Turn Around, Don’t Drown.”
Report hazards, flooded streets, blocked drains, or fallen trees to Public Works: (707) 431-7000 | Toll Free: (855) 755-6586
www.HealdsburgEmergency.org
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Safe Routes to School Town Hall JOIN US! SHARE YOUR INPUT ON SCHOOL STREET SAFETY CONCEPTS **Some concepts include the removal of existing on-street parking, which may affect your frontage **
Tuesday, February 3, 2026 You know your streetsbest!
Comereview, provide comments,and ask questions about proposed street improvements. Your feedback will directly influence how the city prioritizes safety improvements for students/families walking and bicycling to/from school, calming vehicle speeds, and enhancing pedestrian and bicycle treatments on school neighborhood corridors.
School neighborhood corridor concepts • • • • • •
1st/ Front Streets (Healdsburg Ave Piper Street) Fitch Street (Powell St - Tucker St) Grant Street (Grove St - University St) Healdsburg Avenue (Kennedy Ln - Front St) Powell Avenue (Healdsburg Ave - Rose Ln) University Street (March Ave - Powell Ave)
Your street. Your voice. Student and family safety!
Help the City of Healdsburg and the Sonoma County Transportation & Climate Authorities finalize Safe Routes to School plans for safer and more inviting school neighborhoods.
EVENT DETAILS
Tuesday, February 3 6:00 - 8:00 PM Healdsburg High School Library 1024 Prince Street
Spread the word!
Use the QR code or https://scta.ca.gov/srts-2/ to access the Healdsburg SRTS page and corridor concept plans & comment form
EVENT EXTRAS Free pizza and drinks Children’s art activities Spanish translation
Ciudad de Healdsburg Foro Comunitario de Rutas Seguras para Ir a la Escuela Acompáñenos y comparta sus opiniones sobre propuestas para mejorar la seguridad vial en las calles escolares. **Algunos de estos conceptos incluyen la eliminación del estacionamiento existente en la vía pública, lo cual podría afectar el frente de su propiedad.**
Martes, Febrero 3, 2026
¡Nadie conoce sus calles mejor que usted! Comparta sus ideas para mejorar la seguridad alrededor de las escuelas
Lo invitamos a revisar y compartir sus comentarios sobre las mejoras propuestas en las calles. Sus opiniones influirán directamente en cómo la ciudad prioriza las mejoras de seguridad para estudiantes y familias que caminan o andan en bicicleta hacia y desde la escuela, la reducción de la velocidad vehicular y el mejoramiento de las instalaciones para peatones y ciclistas en los corredores de los vecindarios escolares.
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1st / Front Streets (Healdsburg Ave - Piper St) Fitch Street (Powell St - Tucker St) Grant Street (Grove St - University St) Healdsburg Avenue (Kennedy Ln - Front St) Powell Avenue (Healdsburg Ave - Rose Ln) UniversityStreet(MarchAve - PowellAve)
Su calle. Su voz. ¡Cuidemos la seguridad de estudiantes y familias!
Ayúdenos a la Ciudad de Healdsburg a las Autoridades de Transporte y Clima del Condado de Sonoma a finalizar los planes de Rutas Seguras para la Escuela y hacer que los vecindarios escolares sean más seguros y agradables.
Detalles Del Evento
Bibliotecade la Preparatoria de Healdsburg 1024 Prince Street Habrá pizza y bebidas Actividades de arte para niños Traducción en español
¡Ayúdenos a correr la voz!
EscaneeelcódigoQRo visite https://scta.ca.gov/srts-2/ para revisar los planes de los corredores y dejar sus comentarios.
UPCOMING AGENDA ITEMS January 20, 2026 City Council Protocol Update Proposed Microtransit Work Plan Community Center Improvements Final Subdivision Map – North Village Parcel Two
February 2, 2026 Healdsburg Station Area Specific Plan Villa Chanticleer Events Management Agreement
February 17, 2026 Housing Legislation Land Use Code Amendments (SB 9 and SB 684/SB 1123) First Reading Badger Park Schematic Design Contract
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NOTE: The schedule is tentative and subject to change pending final publication and posting of the City Council meeting agenda. Agendas can be found here.