On the agenda: Healdsburg meeting — license plate reader (Mar 25)

CITY OF HEALDSBURG
CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
Meeting Date: March 25, 2026
Time: 09:00 AM
Healdsburg Golf Club at Tayman Park Clubhouse
927 S. Fitch Mountain Road
Healdsburg, CA 95448
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CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
1.a

Mayor's Welcome

1.b

City Manager's Remarks and Agenda Overview

DISCUSSION ON CITY COUNCIL GOALS FOR FY 2026-27
A. Public Comment
B. Ice Breaker
C. Current FY 2025-26 Goal Review
D. City Manager’s Update – Overview of the City Budget
E. Discuss Council Goals for FY 2026-27
F. Lunch
G. Continued Goal Setting Discussion and Deliberation
H. Public Comment
I. Straw Vote on Proposed Projects
J. Closing Comments

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ADJOURN CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING

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City Council/RSA Regular Meeting Agenda

March 25, 2026

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CITY OF HEALDSBURG
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STAFF REPORT

MEETING DATE: March 25, 2026
SUBJECT:

Discussion on City Council Goals for FY 2026-27

PREPARED BY:

Raina Allan, City Clerk

STRATEGIC INITIATIVE(S):
Establish Proactive Policies/Programs to Continue to Promote Economic Diversity & Sustainable
Growth
Pursue Initiatives that Promote Environmental Stewardship
Expand Affordable Housing Opportunities
Maintain and Improve Infrastructure and Facilities
Provide Effective Governance
Maintain and Enhance Public Health and Safety
Provide Resident-Driven Community Services

RECOMMENDED ACTION(S):
Receive presentation, discuss Council Goals for FY 2026-27 and provide direction to staff.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/OUTREACH:
The City Council’s annual goal setting session offers the City Council an opportunity to take stock
of the current projects underway in the City and to provide direction on goals for the upcoming
fiscal year. The 2026 goal setting session will identify goals for the fiscal year beginning on July
1, 2026 and concluding on June 30, 2027, although certain projects and programs are likely to take
longer than one year to complete. At this year’s session, staff and our facilitator will provide an
overview of desired outcomes for the day, a summary of ongoing work and a brief overview of the
City’s financial condition across major funds. The majority of the time will be reserved for City
Council discussion.
This work session is open to the public and opportunities for Public Comment will be provided at
both the beginning and the end of the day. Because the work session is not a regular meeting of
the City Council, no formal action will be taken. Based on City Council direction at the conclusion,
staff anticipates bringing a summary of the proposed FY2026/27 goals to a future City Council
meeting for consideration and adoption.
In order to assist the City Council in identification of goals for the upcoming fiscal year, the

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attached document includes the following exhibits:
 A summary of the City Council’s seven Strategic Initiatives from the City’s most
recent Strategic Plan. All City Council goals are categorized under one of these
initiatives.
 Potential goals for the upcoming year that were submitted by councilmembers in
preparatory meetings with the facilitator.
 A status update on City Council goals for the current fiscal year (2025-26)
ATTACHMENT(S):
Agenda Packet Goal Setting
Updated Current 25/26 Goal Dashboard
City Council Goals & Project Status Report - February 2026
Public Comment

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ATTACHMENT A

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FY 26/27 City Council Goal Setting Retreat
EXHBIT 1
City of Healdsburg Strategic Goals

EXHBIT 2
Proposed New Projects Submitted by Council Members
(Organized by Council Member Name
and sorted to group the proposed projects by Strategic Goals)
MAYOR CHRIS HERROD
Update City Asset Naming & Re-Naming Policy [Effective Governance]
Update the City’s naming policy to ensure the City Council retains authority over naming new public assets in
the Station Area and South Entry planning efforts, rather than deferring to developers. Incorporate clear
criteria for occasional re-naming opportunities and align the policy with community representation and DEI
goals.
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Improve ADA Parking Access in the Plaza Area [Infrastructure & Facilities]
Conduct a focused inventory of existing and potential ADA-accessible parking spaces near the Plaza to identify
opportunities to improve access for elderly and disabled residents. Explore modest additions or adjustments
without launching a broader parking study.
Develop a Community Childcare Directory [Community Services]
Create a publicly accessible directory of licensed childcare providers in Healdsburg, including key information
such as age ranges served, bilingual capacity, and financial assistance availability. This effort would increase
family access to services while helping the City better understand local childcare supply and demand.
Support Application for California Cultural District Designation [Community Services]
Explore scope of district designation requirements and endorse a community-led effort to secure California
Cultural District designation for areas of Healdsburg. City support (e.g., resolution) would strengthen the
application and advance implementation of the Arts & Culture Master Plan without committing financial
resources at this stage. Coordination with the Arts Commission will also be important.
Send Immigrant Support Letter [Community Services]
Update and reissue the City’s Immigrant Support Letter, modernizing its format and improving public visibility
through the website, library, and City Hall distribution. Ensure the message reflects current community needs
and values.

VICE MAYOR RON EDWARDS
Explore Agricultural Water Rate for Harvestable Products [Infrastructure & Facilities – Water]
Evaluate creation of a specialized agricultural water rate for residents growing harvestable food products,
using a self-reporting meter model tied to verified production (similar to cannabis regulatory frameworks).
Direct staff to assess feasibility, equity impacts, administrative complexity, and fiscal implications.
Conduct Community Survey to Inform Active Transportation Plan Implementation [Infrastructure &
Facilities]
Develop and deploy a targeted community survey to gather age-specific feedback (seniors, adults, youth) to
better inform implementation of the Active Transportation Plan.
Update City Council Emergency Operations Guide & Training [Public Health & Safety]
Update and formalize a City Council Guide to Emergency Operations outlining roles, expectations, and
communication protocols during emergencies. Include periodic training to ensure Councilmembers
understand governance boundaries and coordination procedures within the City’s emergency management
structure.
Enhance Awareness of Police Technology Tools [Public Health & Safety – Police]
Enhance awareness of technology tools utilized by the Police Department (e.g., drones, license plate readers)
through proactive engagement at required public meetings related to military equipment

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DAVID HAGELE, COUNCIL MEMBER

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Evaluate Enforcement Tools for Illegal Vacation Rentals [Economic Diversity & Sustainable Growth]
Assess expanded enforcement mechanisms for illegal vacation rentals by targeting STR listing platforms in
addition to the property owners. Focus on working with listing platforms accountable for advertising. Review
legal models used in other jurisdictions (e.g., Santa Monica, Saratoga) and evaluate effectiveness,
proportionality, and staff impact. Return to Council with a report and variety of enhanced enforcement
options for Council consideration.
Review Expansion of Permitted Uses in Downtown Zoning Districts [Economic Diversity & Sustainable
Growth]
Review permitted uses in commercial and mixed-use zoning districts to allow expanded flexibility in leasing
and activating vacant office spaces.
Expand Affordability for Electricity Customers through Super Off Peak Incentive & Load Management
Programs [Environmental Stewardship]
Direct staff to evaluate the feasibility of two pilot initiatives designed to expand affordability for electric
customers by encouraging lower rate off-peak usage, which will strengthen grid reliability while advancing
climate sustainability goals.
1. Pilot Off-Peak Energy Rate Program
Enhance affordable energy options for customers by exploring a targeted pilot rate that offers
discounted electricity for large energy using technologies (like EV charging, home battery storage, and
electric water heaters) by shifting energy use to the most cost-effective times of the day. The goal is to
enhance affordable energy options for customers, which will also align with the reduction of peak grid
strain and support climate goals.
2. Expand & Simplify Time-of-Use (TOU) Participation
Assess options to make it easier and more attractive for customers to switch to Time-of-Use billing,
including clearer incentives, alignment of local and state peak/off-peak periods, and integration with
smart charging tools (e.g., OptiWatt). The objective is to reduce barriers for customers to access
reduced utility rates through broader participation in Time-of-Use billing and maximize off-peak load
shifting.
Prepare Parks Capital Bond Strategy [Community Services]
Direct staff to develop a financing strategy for advancing major parks projects (e.g., Badger Park, Laura Fish),
including evaluating the feasibility of bonding against Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) revenue for up to $30
million. Clarify total project costs, maintenance implications, reserve impacts, and optimal timing to position
the City to act when market conditions are favorable.
Develop Community Sand Volleyball Courts [Community Services]
Evaluate development of four sand volleyball courts to support growing community interest in all-ages
recreational league play built to the official dimensions of competition-level courts. Assess capital costs,
location options, potential revenue generation, and ongoing maintenance impacts as part of the City’s healthy
community goals.

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ARIEL KELLEY, COUNCIL MEMBER

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Activate North Downtown Commercial Area [Economic Diversity & Sustainable Growth]
Launch a visioning and activation effort for the area north of the Plaza (Healdsburg Avenue and Center Street)
to increase pedestrian traffic and economic vitality. Explore public art, temporary programming (e.g., food
trucks, live music), partnerships with emerging groups such as the North Makers Art District, and improved
use of underutilized City-owned properties.
Artistic Enhancement of Downtown Bike Parking Areas [Infrastructure & Facilities]
Enhance newly created downtown bike parking spaces through an arts-driven beautification effort. Engage
the local arts community via a call for artists to design installations that feel permanent, distinctive, and
aligned with Healdsburg’s brand and aesthetic to replace the temporary and aesthetically unattractive racks
that have been placed downtown by the city.
West Plaza Park Beautification & Activation Strategy [Community Services]
Develop a vision and improvement plan for West Plaza Park to address safety perception, aesthetics, and
connectivity between the Plaza, parking areas, the Foley Pavilion, and surrounding businesses. Explore design,
programming, and placemaking strategies to transform the space from a pass-through area into a welcoming
space including the discussion of a public restroom facility, playground space and Foss Creek bridge
rehabilitation.
Continue to advance and implement the DEI Plan, Arts and Culture Master Plan, and Climate Mobilization
Strategy.

EVELYN MITCHELL, COUNCIL MEMBER
Silent Second Home Ownership Funding (Affordable Housing)
Explore avenues to fund down payments, “silent seconds”, for affordable housing programs.
Street Maintenance Financial Investment Plan [Infrastructure & Facilities]
Develop and adopt a focused, policy-driven street maintenance financial strategy that prioritizes roads below
standards and dedicate as much funding as possible to invest in street maintenance.
Parklet Policy Review [Infrastructure & Facilities]
Revisit the current parklet program and consider establishing a defined sunset date or updated policy
direction to reflect community input and long-term goals.
Community Conversations in Every District [Effective Governance]
Reestablish regular “Coffee with the City” program. Hold community meetings — one in each district
annually — with the City Manager, Department Heads and district council member present to provide
updates and answer questions, strengthening transparency and direct engagement with residents.
Evaluate Interpretation Services at Council Meetings [Effective Governance]
Evaluate the interpretation services currently provided and their effectiveness to strengthen meaningful
participation in Council meetings. Explore alternatives that may better serve the community.

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Evaluate Community Services Financial Investment / Priorities [Community Services]
Evaluate the City’s community services financial investments. Identify priorities regarding
programs/operations, routine maintenance, deferred maintenance/rehabilitation, and new capital projects.
Develop a financial strategy looking forward with a 5-year horizon.
Laura Fish Somersal Park Bond Measure [Community Services]
Pursue a bond measure to fund the full buildout of Laura Fish Somersal Park. With a significant gap between
existing funds and total project costs, a bond measure offers the most practical path to delivering this park for
the entire community.
Park Rehabilitation & Maintenance Priority Planning [Community Services]
Plan and invest in basic park infrastructure maintenance and rehabilitation — not major renovations — by
developing practical plans to address everyday needs such as fencing, pathways, irrigation, and landscaping.
Where appropriate, bundle similar repairs across multiple parks to improve efficiency and reduce costs while
keeping facilities safe, clean, and functional. This maintenance and rehabilitation should take priority over
funding for new projects.
Expanded Recreational Amenities (Sand Volleyball & More) [Community Services]
Evaluate adding low-cost recreational amenities, such as sand volleyball courts, and assess other unmet
sports and recreation needs as part of future park planning. This evaluation should include discussions with
the HUSD to determine what, if anything, they are able to contribute to this endeavor.
Drone Show as Fireworks Alternative [Community Services]
Explore transitioning from traditional fireworks for the 4th of July to a drone show.

EXHBIT 3
Updated Current 25/26 Goal Dashboard (see next page)
This is the current FY 25/26 City Council Goals. It has been updated to outline what has been
completed and which projects are still in process. Staff will provide an update and discuss the
carryover projects during the retreat.

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STATUS: FY 25/26 DASHBOARD -- City Council Goals & Active Projects | City of Healdsburg
ECONOMIC DIVERSITY &
SUSTAINABLE GROWTH
 Station Area Specific

Plan (Onboard
consultant and
committees; launch the
engagement and
planning process)
 Objective Design
Standards (integrate into
Station Area Specific
Plan effort)
COMPLETE-DONE BY 6/30
 Housing Element Land
Use Code Updates
(Density Bonus
Ordinance, SB 9
Ordinance, SB 684 & SB
1123 Ordinance)
 2025 CA Building Code
Update/Adoption
 Update Parklet Program
for 2026 and Beyond
 Host Meeting on
Economic Trends

Legend:
* Project in the Climate
Mobilization Strategy

ENVIRONMENTAL
STEWARDSHIP
 Update of Tree

Ordinances – Protection
& List*
 Explore a Micro-Transit
Mobility Program
COMPLETE-DONE BY 6/30
 Renewable Energy

Procurement Plan*
 Water Bottle Filling
Station

AFFORDABLE HOUSING
 Prioritize options to

eliminate/reduce
barriers to encourage
housing development
 Support construction
and leasing of Saggio
Hills Affordable Housing
& 155 Dry Creek
Affordable Housing
COMPLETE-DONE BY 6/30
 Inclusionary Housing
Ordinance Update –
Update in-lieu fee for
smaller projects
 Complete Renovations
of Victory Studios &
Apartments
 Facilitate the
Exploration of a
Community Housing
Land Trust

INFRASTRUCTURE &
FACILITIES

EFFECTIVE
GOVERNANCE

PUBLIC HEALTH &
SAFETY

PARKS / LANDSCAPING
STREETS / BIKES /
PEDESTRIAN
 Healdsburg Avenue
Complete Street Project
– Begin Construction*
 Grove Street
Neighborhood Plan –
Complete Construction*
 Complete March Avenue
Pavement Rehabilitation
& Enhanced Crossing @
Lupine* - Complete
Construction
WATER
 Dry Creek Well Field Construction Drawings
 Sonoma Water Purchase
Agreement for
Additional Water

 Constituent Request

COMPLETE-DONE BY 6/30
 Fire Department
Standards of Cover
Study
 Fit and Finish Fire
Substation
 Roll-out of Wildfire
Mitigation Program –
Parcel-to-Parcel
Inspections
 Development of a
Community Chipper
Program & Funding
Exploration
 City Open Space
Wildfire Management
Plan
 Police Recruitment &
Retention Initiative
 Strengthen Emergency
Preparedness and
Disaster Response
 Police and Fire Facilities
Assessments and Plans

INFRASTRUCTURE
 Evaluate and Implement
Flood Monitoring
COMPLETE-DONE BY 6/30
 Explore Revenue for
Infrastructure & Road
Repair
 Ward Street
Neighborhood Plan –
Infrastructure Planning
 Active Transportation
Plan Implementation

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System

COMPLETE-DONE BY 6/30
 Enhance City
Communication &
Outreach to Build
Public Trust
 Update the Council’s
Governance Protocols
 Council Chamber A/V
Infrastructure
Improvements/Upgrad
es

COMMUNITY
Item 2.
SERVICES
POLICIES/PROGRAMS
 Revise City-HUSD Joint Use
Agreement
 Support Latino community
and immigration issues
COMMUNITY FACILITIES
 Abel De Luna Community
Center Multicultural CenterFunding & Implementation
Strategy
PARK / OPEN SPACE
 Laura Fish Somersal Park
Development – Complete
Design & Begin Phase 1
Construction
 Badger Park
Redevelopment – Complete
Design & Begin Phase 1
Construction
 Prioritize Creation of an
Inclusive “Magical Bridge”
Playground
COMPLETE-DONE BY 6/30
 Implement Arts & Culture
Master Plan – research
branding/identity, future
funding, % for the Arts
 Launch the Foley Family
Community Pavilion
Operational Plan
 Compassionate
Communities End-of-Life
Program

EXHIBIT 4
City Council Goals & Project Status Report
February 2026
(See next page)

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CITY COUNCIL GOALS & PROJECT STATUS REPORT
FEBRUARY 2026
ECONOMIC DIVERSITY & SUSTAINABLE GROWTH
1. HOUSING ELEMENT LAND USE CODE UPDATES
Description: The Housing Element calls for amendments to the City’s Land Use Code that
expand housing development capacity and reduce constraints, including increasing
density. Recent changes in State law mandate opportunities for infill development at higher
densities which need to be incorporated into the Land Use Code.
Responsible: Community Development
Status: In Progress: 90%

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Estimated Completion: 03/31/26

Key Updates & Milestones:
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September 2, 2025 – Presentation to City Council
September 23, 2025 – Planning Commission Workshop
October 28, 2025 – Planning Commission Hearing
November 17, 2025 – City Council Hearing (first reading): SB 1211 (Accessory
Dwelling Units) & AB 1287 (State Density Bonus)
December 15, 2025 – Anticipated adoption by City Council: SB 1211 and AB 1287
January 27, 2026 – Anticipated Planning Commission Hearing: SB 9 & SB 684/1123
February 17, 2026 – Anticipated City Council Hearing (first reading): SB 9 & SB
684/1123
March 2, 2026 – Anticipated adoption by City Council: SB 9 & SB 684/1123

2. STATION AREA SPECIFIC PLAN – PLANNING GRANT
Description: The City has been awarded a $1.13M grant to plan for increased housing,
employment, and multi-modal connectivity within ½ mile of the planned SMART station,
including the South Entry Area. Anticipated to be a 3-year planning effort with significant
public outreach and engagement. Work for the upcoming year would be consultant
selection and project launch.
Responsible: Community Development
Status: In Progress: 5%

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Estimated Completion: 12/31/28

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Key Updates & Milestones:
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Agreement in place with Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC)
Request for proposals for consultant team posted 1/6/26 and due 2/20/26 with
selection of consultant team in April 2026
Community Advisory Committee formation underway with selection of members
anticipated in April 2026
May 2026, anticipated project launch
Estimated 3-year planning effort

3. OBJECTIVE DESIGN STANDARDS
Description: Changes in State housing law limit discretionary review, such as design review,
of certain housing projects. Objective Design Standards are guidelines that involve no
subjective judgment by a public official and can help ensure that projects meet community
design goals.
Responsible: Community Development
Status: Not Started: 0%

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Estimated Completion: TBD

Key Updates & Milestones:
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Significant delays
This project has not been started due to limited staffing capacity to lead and manage
the effort. Contracting the work is a potential alternative; however, no funding is
currently budgeted to support consultant services.
Objective Design Standards are planned as part of the Station Area Specific Plan
(Goal #2); however, that effort will only cover the plan area and will not address the
remainder of the City, leaving a gap in comprehensive citywide standards

Barriers (if any): Staffing and Cost. Department does not have the capacity to take on
this project at current staffing levels and have no identified funding to hire a consultant.
4. ✓ COMPLETED - 2025 CA BUILDING CODE UPDATE/ADOPTION
Description: The triennial update of the CA Building Code must be adopted prior to January
1, 2026. The 2025 California building code update, primarily focuses on energy efficiency,
mandates increased use of heat pumps in new homes and certain commercial buildings,
aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and save energy costs.
The CMS includes measure BE-2.2 requiring revisiting the City’s need for a building
electrification ordinance at each building code cycle update. Additionally, during adoption
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of the 2025 Building Code the City Council could consider adopting portions of the CalGreen
code to further promote energy efficiency within development.
Responsible: Community Development
Status: In Progress: 100% |

Completed: 11/17/25

Key Updates & Milestones:
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November 3, 2025 – City Council First Reading of Ordinance
November 17, 2025 – City Council Adoption of Ordinance

5. ✓COMPLETED - UPDATE PARKLET PROGRAM FOR 2026 AND BEYOND
Description: The current agreements for parklets will expire early in January 2026. Based on
City Council direction, staff will update the program guidelines to address administrative
issues and policy objectives, and complete new agreements with businesses that wish to
continue with the program.
Responsible: Public Works
Status: In Progress: 100%

| Completed: 09/02/25

Key Updates & Milestones:
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September 9, 2025 – Adopted by City Council

6. HOST MEETING ON ECONOMIC TRENDS
Description: The City will host a meeting with key economic stakeholders to discuss
economic trends, potentially in partnership with the Chamber of Commerce.
Responsible: City Manager’s Office
Status: In Progress: 50%

| Estimated Completion: 04/22/26

Key Updates & Milestones:
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Staff working with Rober Eyler PhD, Professor of Economics at Sonoma State
University, for forum content and keynote
Staff working with Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce for event promotion
April 22, 2026 – Date of Economic Forum

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ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP
*From Climate Mobilization Strategy (CMS)
7. UPDATE OF TREE ORDINANCES – PROTECTION & LIST*
Description: The Climate Mobilization Strategy Action CS-1.2 calls for the development of
a new Tree Protection Ordinance to include protection for native and heritage trees. In
addition, the CMS called an updated Recommended Tree List that better reflects
Healdsburg’s climate and trees appropriate for planting along rights-of-way that reduce
damage to sidewalks.
Responsible: Community Development
Status: In Progress: 0%

| Estimated Completion: 06/30/26

Key Updates & Milestones:
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The City applied for a grant as part of the Climate Mobilization Strategy to support the
City’s urban tree canopy. A portion of the grant included work on an updated Tree
Protection Ordinance. The grant was not awarded.
Minimal time has been dedicated to this project thus far due to limited staffing
capacity to lead and manage the effort. Staff anticipate starting this effort in 2026 (or
upon completion of housing land use goals). Below are key updates and milestones.
Update Tree Protection Ordinance
o Staff have started to gather/review ordinances from other jurisdictions
o Staff will draft an updated ordinance
Recommended Tree List
o Planning, in consultation with Public Works, will review current tree list for
recommendations

Barriers (if any): Staffing and Cost. Department does not have the capacity to take on
this project at current staffing levels and has no identified funding to hire a consultant.
8. RENEWABLE ENERGY PROCUREMENT PLAN*
Description: CMS measure BE-1.1 and BE-1.2 include actions to formulate renewable
energy procurement plan based upon forecasted energy needs due to building and
transportation electrification.
Responsible: Electric Utilities
Status: Delayed: 20%

| Estimated Completion: 06/30/26

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Key Updates & Milestones:
CMS BE-1.1
There are four main components contained in CMS BE-1.1. Key updates and milestones are
provided below for each component. All of these endeavors will be progressed with the
creation of an Integrated Resources Balance Sheet (IRBS). This IRBS was started in Q1 of
2026 with Staff working to create a consistent method to track, forecast, and create a
renewable energy option analysis sheet. This sheet will be the primary tool to show how the
renewable energy procurement plan will be met, including milestones along the way.
o February 2026 – Contact in place for creation of IRBS
o Develop a long-range community-wide electric energy and demand forecast
o June 2, 2025 – City Council received the long-range community-wide electric
energy and demand forecast, accepting the “Most Likely” demand scenario
forecast.
o Formalize the City’s electric department long-range (ten-year) electric capital
improvement plan with consideration for necessary infrastructure improvements to
meet future demands.
o Electric energy and demand forecast will be used to develop the City’s Electric
Master Plan. The Electric Master Plan was placed on hold pending seating of
new Electric Utilities Director.
o Anticipated completion during the FY 2027 budget cycle
o Formalize a pathway (resource plan) to meet the City’s energy needs and list
potential resources through 2045.
o Electric Utilities is investigating multiple new energy strategies, including
energy storage through batteries and virtual power plants, solar plants
outside Healdsburg, solar developments inside Healdsburg tied to battery
storage systems, and new energy sources via NCPA (including green
hydrogen) to meet our power supply needs and goals.
o April 2026 – Anticipated plan completion date.
o Prioritize and schedule projects for implementation.
o Dependent on #2 and #3 above.
CMS BE-1.2
The goal of CMS BE-1.2 is to develop a resolution that Healdsburg Electric will exceed the
requirements of SB 100 and SB 1020 by 2030 where 85% of the electricity mix is sourced
from a combination of eligible renewal sources and/or carbon-free sources.
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The goal to provide 85% of Healdsburg power from renewable and carbon free
resources by 2030 is currently planned; however, there is no definitive resolution to
meet that plan.
The resource plan will address this particular strategy.
June 30, 2026 - Anticipated recommendation to City Council.

Barriers (if any): Any purchases of energy, including renewable energy can be met simply by
increasing expenses and purchasing power from market producers. Staff is currently
working to create a few options of developing renewable energy projects that align with our
planned budget increases and not feel obligated to rely on risky energy markets. The
creation of the IRBS described in BE-1.1, will greatly help in this endeavor. The IRBS should
be completed in Q1 of 2026, which will help give a path forward to meet BE-1.2.
9. ✓ COMPLETED - WATER BOTTLE FILLING STATION
Description: Install water bottle filling stations at Little League Field and Rec Park/Clarence
Ruonavaara Grandstand.
Responsible: Community Services
Status: In Progress: 100%

| Completed: 02/01/26

Key Updates & Milestones:
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Feasibility evaluation completed
Supplies ordered
Installation of filling station at Recreation Park complete
Little League Field is under the jurisdiction of Healdsburg Unified School District.
Staff has let HUSD know of City Council’s request. No action to date.

AFFORDABLE HOUSING
10. ✓ COMPLETED - INCLUSIONARY HOUSING ORDINANCE UPDATE – UPDATE INLIEU FEE FOR SMALLER PROJECTS
Description: Update in-lieu fee for smaller projects including the definition of smaller
projects to decrease cost barriers for small infill housing projects.
Responsible: Housing, Community Development
Status: In Progress: 100%

| Completed: 12/01/25

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Key Updates & Milestones:
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August 18, 2025 – Direction received from City Council
October 28, 2025 – Planning Commission Hearing
November 17, 2025 – City Council First Reading
December 1, 2025 – City Council Second Reading and Adoption

11. SUPPORT PERMITTING PROCESS FOR SAGGIO HILLS & 155 DRY CREEK
AFFORDABLE HOUSING
Description: Assist with processing and facilitating the permitting process for these key
City-sponsored affordable housing projects to commence construction.
Responsible: Housing, Community Development
Status: In Progress: 60% | Estimated Completion: May 2028 (through Phase 4 of project)
Key Updates & Milestones:
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Saggio Hills – Phase 1 under construction
Saggio Hills – Phase 2 building permits submitted and under review, estimated
closing date March 20, 2026, start of construction April-May 2026
Dry Creek Commons (155 Dry Creek) – Building permit approved and in construction
Saggio Hills – Phase 3 building permit submittal – May 2027 (18 rental units)
Saggio Hills – Phase 4 building permit submittal – May 2028 (10 for sale units)

12. FACILITATE THE EXPLORATION OF A COMMUNITY HOUSING LAND TRUST
Description: Support the development of a private Housing Land Trust to secure land for
future RHNA compliance and to increase moderate to middle-income housing opportunities
through land banking and other programs.
Responsible: Housing
Status: In Progress: 50%

| Estimated Completion: 06/30/26

Key Updates & Milestones:
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Meetings conducted with Silicon Valley Housing Trust, Renewal Enterprise District,
HCD, and other Bay Area trust models
Continuing focus group work to develop local models
Exploring potential Measure P uses and initial funding/fundraising options

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Community Group has started the process of incorporating a non-profit to meet this
need.
March 2, 2026 – Anticipated presentation to the City Council.

13. COMPLETE RENOVATIONS OF VICTORY STUDIOS & APARTMENTS
Description: Oversee the finalization of renovations to the City-owned Victory Studios &
Apartments to provide an improved quality of life for tenants and to address neighborhood
integration. The work includes renovation of exterior balconies and finishes, installation of
new heat pumps in each unit, lighting upgrades, fire sprinkler and alarm system
rehabilitation, and a range of interior and exterior improvements.
Responsible: Housing
Status: In Progress: 50%

| Estimated Completion: 03/31/26

Key Updates & Milestones:
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November 17, 2025 – City Council Award of Contract
Anticipated project completion March 2026

14. PRIORITIZE OPTIONS TO ELIMINATE/REDUCE BARRIERS TO ENCOURAGE
HOUSING DEVELOPMENT
Description: Prioritize options to eliminate/reduce barriers (costs, fees, streamlining,
policies) to encourage housing development within our current guidelines.
Responsible: Community Development
Status: Ongoing

| Estimated Completion: Ongoing efforts

Key Updates & Milestones:
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Adoption of ordinances implementing SB 9 and SB 684/1123 will reduce costs and
streamline approvals for qualifying housing projects (Goal #1)
Inclusionary Housing Ordinance Update – Update in-lieu fee for smaller projects
(Goal #10) will decrease costs for small infill housing projects

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INFRASTRUCTURE AND FACILITIES
*From Climate Mobilization Strategy (CMS)
PARKS / LANDSCAPING /STREETS /BIKES / PEDESTRIAN
15. HEALDSBURG AVENUE COMPLETE STREET PROJECT – DESIGN*
Description: Complete design process for this project which will reduce the vehicle lanes
to provide protected bike lanes and improve safety for all users from Powell to City limits.
Responsible: Public Works
Status: In Progress: 30%

| Estimated Completion: 10/31/28 (includes construction)

Key Updates & Milestones:
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Design 30% complete, currently processing environmental phase with Caltrans
Construction tentatively scheduled to begin in March 2027 and complete in October
2028

16. GROVE STREET NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN – BEGIN CONSTRUCTION*
Description: Initiate construction of this project which will include curb gutter and sidewalk
for project limits from grant to Dry Creek, as well as making other improvements for all
users.
Responsible: Public Works
Status: In Progress: 60% 1

| Estimated Completion: 06/30/27 (includes construction)

Key Updates & Milestones:
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The design phase is typically made up of six components/phases/milestones, the
progress on each is as follows:
o Preliminary Design/Scoping – 100% complete
o Environmental – 100% complete
o Right-of-Way – 100% complete
o Pans, Specifications, and Estimates – 95% complete
o Advertisement – not started
o Award – not started

Design phase is 60% complete with construction phase to follow. The estimated completion date includes
construction.

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Construction tentatively scheduled to begin in July 2026 and complete by June 2027

17. WARD STREET NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN – INFRASTRUCTURE PLANNING
Description: Determine scope of improvements on Adeline, Ward, Palm, and South
University to bring this neighborhood up to expected standards for pavement condition,
drainage, and ADA compliant walkways.
Responsible: Public Works
Status: In Progress: 50% 2

| Estimated Completion: 06/30/26 (design only)

Key Updates & Milestones:
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October 2025 – Designer selected and under contract
November 2025 – Design phase began with kickoff meeting
July 2026 – Estimated completion of design phase
Construction to follow (construction is not part of current goal)

18. ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN IMPLEMENTATION
Description: Discuss possible low construction cost project to repurpose parking on Front
Street from Healdsburg Avenue to the entrance to Foss Creek pathway.
Responsible: Public Works
Status: In Progress: 50%

| Estimated Completion: 04/01/26

Key Updates & Milestones:
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Concept design in progress
February 3, 2026 – A Public meeting was held seeking feedback on possible project
scope.

Barriers (if any): Funding
19. COMPLETE MARCH AVENUE PAVEMENT REHABILITATION & ENHANCED
CROSSING AT LUPINE & PRENTICE*
Description: The project will reconstruct the pavement on this heavily used collector street
and will also make pedestrian improvements.

Design phase is 50% complete with construction phase to follow. The estimated completion date includes
construction.

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Responsible: Public Works
Status: In Progress: 25%

| Estimated Completion: 11/30/26

Key Updates & Milestones:
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March 2026 – Estimated beginning of construction
November 2026 – Estimated end of construction

20. ✓ COMPLETED EXPLORE REVENUE FOR INFRASTRUCTURE & ROAD REPAIR
Description: Identify & explore sources for revenue for infrastructure and roadway repair
needs.
Responsible: City Manager’s Office
Status: In Progress: 100%

| Completed: 11/17/25

Key Updates & Milestones:
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December 15, 2025 – City Council presentation
January 2026 – Following the City Council presentation, staff have confirmed that, at
this time, Healdsburg has a half-cent available in Sales Tax that can be taken to the
voters.

WATER
21. DRY CREEK WELL FIELD – CONSTRUCTION DRAWINGS
Description: This project restores and improves pumping capacity at the Dry Creek well
field located within the City’s Corporation Yard in order to source more water from Lake
Sonoma and lessen the City exposure to future droughts. This effort will help mitigate
shrinking water supplies within the Upper Russian River directly related to the loss of the
Potter Valley Project. Development of the construction drawings and documents is not
currently funded and will require appropriation of additional CIP funds.
Responsible: Public Works: Water
Status: In Progress: See Below

| Estimated Completion: FY 2029

Key Updates & Milestones:
There are three components to the Dry Creek Well Field, each is identified below.
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Crypto Treatment – 100% complete

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o Notice of Completion has not been issued; however, it is functioning
Booster Pump, pumping capacity improvement design – ~90% complete
o Preparing bid package
o Work slated for FY 2026-27
Dry Creek Well field improvements – 10% complete
o Concept design complete
o Construction drawings in progress
o Work slated for FY 2028-29

22. SONOMA WATER PURCHASE AGREEMENT FOR ADDITIONAL WATER
Description: The current water supply agreement with Sonoma Water expires at the end of
2025. Renewal of this contract and purchasing additional stored water will increase the City
drought resiliency, especially when considering the loss of the Potter Valley Project.
Responsible: Public Works: Water
Status: In Progress: 50%

| Estimated Completion: 12/31/26

Key Updates & Milestones:
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Existing agreement amended to extend the contract by a year (end of 2026)
Water demand calculations and technical memorandum (TM) prepared and
submitted to Sonoma Water
Sonoma Water reviewed TM and provided comments to City
City staff are currently revising TM with anticipated legal review in February 2026
March/April 2026 – anticipated resubmittal to Sonoma Water

ASR WELLS 3
Description: The Aquifer Storage and Recovery (ASR) wells will increase the City's water
supplies during the dry summer months when surface waters (Russian River) are the most
limited. This project will prove the availability and capacity of water stored within deepaquifers underneath the City of Healdsburg. A subsequent phase, subject to Federal and
State funding, will construct the final wells and place them into operations.
Responsible: Public Works: Water

This project is not part of the adopted goals due to funding; however, it was noted staff would continue to
seek funding and update the City Council if opportunities arise.

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Status: Delayed: 0%

| Estimated Completion: TBD

Key Updates & Milestones:
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Feasibility investigation complete
September 2025 – HMPG application filed with Cal OES. CalOES to submit to FEMA
in April 2026
o Total project cost estimate - $14 million with 75% ($10.5 million) federal and
25% ($3.5 million) local.
o Estimated award: 24 – 48 months from grant submittal
o Grant application presumes new procurement of design consultant
o If awarded, grant implementation is 36 months with a 48-month grant period

23. EVALUATE AND IMPLEMENT FLOOD MONITORING
Description: Plan locations for stream gauges, cameras, and rain gauges to better track and
predict flooding.
Responsible: Public Works
Status: Delayed: 0%

| Estimated Completion: TBD

Key Updates & Milestones:
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Unsuccessful grant application to place stream gauges and cameras
Staff will continue seek funding for project, without outside funding the project will
not move forward

Barriers (if any): Funding.
EFFECTIVE GOVERNANCE
24. ENHANCE CITY COMMUNICATION & OUTREACH TO BUILD PUBLIC TRUST
Description: Build public trust via enhanced City communication and proactive public
outreach.
Responsible: City Manager’s Office
Status: In Progress: 50%

| Estimated Completion: Ongoing

Key Updates & Milestones:

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January 2025 – Platforms Review completed by Tripepi Smith. This review evaluated
the City’s main digital platforms to assess the City’s existing communication efforts
based on local government communications best practices
June 2025 – Tripepi Smith completed the following DRAFT documents:
o Brand Guidelines 2025
o Communications Handbook
o Internal Social Media Policy
o Social Media Templates
August 4, 2025 - City Council authorized a Public Information and Community
Engagement Officer Position
Public Information and Community Engagement Officer – It is anticipated this
position will focus on the following in their first six months:
o Update and implement brand guidelines, communications handbook, social
media policy, and social media templates
o Develop and implement a comprehensive communications plan and
outreach program
o Launch updated communication channels
o Enhance internal coordination, especially when timely public outreach is
required
o Develop inclusive communication practices
Media coverage (social media and traditional media sources) is increasing. We now
have staff dedicated to strengthening our relationships with print, broadcast, and
digital media outlets. Through these regular contacts, news coverage has been more
consistent, more accurate, and more relevant to the community. By coordinating
social media and traditional media outreach, we are utilizing multiple channels to
effectively disperse information to our community.

25. UPDATE CITY COUNCIL’S GOVERNANCE PROTOCOLS
Description: Update the City Council’s Governance Protocol. Conduct a comprehensive
review and look at best practices from other agencies. Also include update to reflect
districts, review of City Council policy for taking positions on legislation and ballot
measures, and Zoom participation.
Responsible: City Manager’s Office
Status: In Progress: 90%

| Estimated Completion: 06/30/26

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Established City Council sub-committee of Mayor Mitchell and Council Member
Kelley
October 20, 2025 – Update on progress to City Council direction regarding legislation
and ballot measures
January 20, 2026 – Update on progress and City Council discussion regarding Zoom
participation
March 16, 2026 – Anticipated recommended Protocol Update to City Council for
consideration

26. CONSTITUENT REQUEST SYSTEM
Description: Improve system to manage constituent requests and issues.
Responsible: City Manager’s Office
Status: In Progress: 20%

| Estimated Completion: 06/30/26

Key Updates & Milestones:
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Staff reviewing various options and pricing for consideration

Barriers (if any): Progress has not been made on this goal due to other priority projects. Staff
recommendation is to eliminate goal.
27. ✓ COMPLETED - COUNCIL CHAMBER A/V INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS &
UPGRADES – PHASE 1
Description: Improve Council Chamber A/V Infrastructure Improvements/Upgrades –
Phase 1.
Responsible: City Manager’s Office
Status: Completed: 100%

| Completed: 09/30/26

Key Updates & Milestones:
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Despite limited funding, staff completed the following minor, but impactful,
upgrades:
o A City Logo has been installed on the dais and podium, creating a polished
and professional presence.
o The podium microphone system has been updated, now giving the City Clerk
seamless control for smoother, more efficient meetings.

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o An unnecessary monitor was removed to improve visibility and create a
cleaner, more streamlined setup for the City Clerk.
PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY
FIRE
28. FIRE DEPARTMENT STANDARDS OF COVER STUDY
Description: Complete a Standards of Coverage (SOC) study which will include a
community risk assessment and strategic plan for the Fire Department.
Responsible: Fire Department
Status: In Progress: 55%

| Estimated Completion: 05/01/26

Key Updates & Milestones:
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April 2025 – City Council awarded contract to AP Triton
June - August 2025 – Data collection and fieldwork, including stakeholder meetings
Current – Community survey distributed and responses are being collected.
November 2025 – Additional data request received
December 2025/January 2026 - All data provided to AP Triton
Next step is scheduling of strategic planning session with entire staff
Original timeline has been pushed out for two months, estimated completion 5/1/26

29. ✓ COMPLETED - FIT AND FINISH FIRE STATION
Description: After completing construction, complete the furnishing of the station and
relocate equipment so that the station will be ready to be upstaffed during Red Flag
Warnings and High Fire Danger days.
Responsible: Fire Department
Status: Completed: 100%

| Completed: 10/01/25

Key Updates & Milestones:
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Outfitting of furniture and equipment completed
July 4, 2025 – First up-staffing event held
Station has been used multiple times for Zone coverage by neighboring agencies
while Healdsburg Fire Department crews responded to other emergencies.

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Station has been used to host fire chiefs, fire prevention officers, and a community
open house

30. ROLL-OUT OF
INSPECTIONS

WILDFIRE

MITIGATION

PROGRAM:

PARCEL-TO-PARCEL

Description: Software has been selected for the Parcel-to-Parcel Wildfire Mitigation
Assessment Program, with the intent for future use and funding through countywide
Measure H. Program buildout and launch targeted for late spring to early summer.
Responsible: Fire Department
Status: In Progress: 55%

| Estimated Completion: 04/01/26

Key Updates & Milestones:
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Customization and build-out of platform underway
Training will take place upon hiring new fire inspector – New inspector hired training
underway.

31. DEVELOPMENT
EXPLORATION

OF

A

COMMUNITY

CHIPPER

PROGRAM

&

FUNDING

Description: Initial staff goal is to launch the program in summer 2025. The long-term
objective is to secure funding for the program through Measure H via FireSafe Sonoma.
Responsible: Fire Department
Status: In Progress: 10%

| Estimated Completion: 04/01/26

Key Updates & Milestones:
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City working with FireSafe Sonoma for implementation of software that will track and
schedule week abatement, wildfire mitigation assessments, and chipper days
FireSafe Sonoma is completing the project portal build-out
Spring 2026 – Estimated program roll out
Update: Fire Safe Sonoma – Hired new director (Ben Nichols – formerly with Cal-Fire
2/10/26). HFD continues to actively participate in meetings and planning.

32. ✓ COMPLETED - CITY OPEN SPACE WILDFIRE MANAGEMENT PLAN
Description: Continue collaborative wildfire mitigation work with the Community Services
Department on both the Fitch Mountain Open Space Preserve (FMOSP) and Healdsburg

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Ridge Open Space Preserve (HROSP). Develop shared budget and strategy to continue fire
fuel reduction work.
Responsible: Fire Department
Status: Completed: 100%

| Completed: 11/01/25, with ongoing operational efforts

Key Updates & Milestones:
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October/November 2025 – Vegetation management and fuel-reduction work with Cal
Fire
Successful prescriptive burns of 60-acres of broadcast burns (Fitch Mountain, Open
Space, and Villa Commons)
Conducted multiple pile burns
Completed funding end work through Coastal Conservancy Grant
This project is complete, but will continue as part of normal operations
Working with Cal-Fire on additional Vegetation management in the Healdsburg Ridge
Open Space Preserve as part of ongoing effort.

POLICE
33. POLICE RECRUITMENT & RETENTION INITIATIVE
Description: Develop a structured, comprehensive program to attract and retain top-tier
candidates and minimize vacancies which negatively impact department operations.
Responsible: Police Department/Human Resources
Status: In Progress: 50%

| Estimated Completion: 06/30/26, with ongoing efforts

Key Updates & Milestones:
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Implemented Police Officer recruitment incentive program
Employee satisfaction survey for Police Department to gauge overall satisfaction is
in progress (sent to PD staff 1/27/26)
Regular meetings with Police Chief and Human Resources to identify barriers to
recruitment
Completed staffing analysis that looks at historical vacancies rates and quantifying
future vacancy risks.

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34. ✓ COMPLETED - STRENGTHEN EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS AND DISASTER
RESPONSE
Description: Implement targeted outreach campaigns to enhance disaster response and
preparedness for vulnerable populations and high-risk areas.
Responsible: Fire/Police Departments
Status: Complete: 100%

| Completed: 11/01/25, with ongoing operational efforts

Key Updates & Milestones:
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August 2025 – Conducted tabletop safety exercise for Healdsburg Unified School
District administrators and safety staff, followed by a district-wide leadership tabletop exercise in November 2025
September 2025 – Held disaster preparedness meeting at Senior Center
Scheduled – Emergency Preparedness workshop for parents in conjunction with
HUSD
Police, Fire, and Emergency Management participated in Emergency Operations
Center (EOC) and active attacker training
This project is complete, but will continue as part of normal operations
In the next few years staff will update the Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP)
Summary of 2025 Emergency Preparedness Presentations & Outreach:
o Community & HOA Engagement
 River View HOA – 55+ Community
 Rivers Bend HOA – 55+ Community
 ENSO Village – Assisted Living Community
 Fitch Mountain villas HOA
 Parkland Farms Stirrup Loop Neighborhood
 Parkland Farms COPE Group
 Fitch Mountain Association (Contract Area)
o Citizens Organized to Prepare for Emergencies (COPE) & Community Leaders
Engagement
 Presented at six COPE leadership meetings
 Division Chief/Fire Marshal Macdonald serves as a board member for
Northern Sonoma County COPE
o Community Events & Public Outreach
 Presented at Corazón Community Meeting at the Healdsburg
Community Center
 Participated in Día De Muertos Community Event

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35. POLICE AND FIRE FACILITIES ASSESSMENTS AND PLANS
Description: Conduct comprehensive assessments of police and fire facilities and develop
a plan to meet current and future operational needs.
Responsible:
Status: In Progress: 80%

| Estimated Completion: 06/30/26

Key Updates & Milestones:
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March 2025 – Award of Contract to KPA Group for space utilization and condition
assessment
January 2026 – Staff met with KPA to review final deliverables and set weekly progress
meetings
Early to Mid-March 2026 – Estimated date draft report will be received
Late March 2026 – Review report and plan development

COMMUNITY SERVICES
POLICIES / PROGRAMS
36. IMPLEMENT ARTS & CULTURE MASTER PLAN – RESEARCH BRANDING/IDENTITY,
FUTURE FUNDING, PERCENTAGE FOR THE ARTS
Description: Continue implementation of the Arts & Culture Master Plan with a focus on
incorporating artistic components into the Foley Family Community Pavilion project;
developing branding and identity for the arts in Healdsburg, and research and develop a
recommendation for a proposed Percent for Arts ordinance.
Responsible: Community Services
Status: In Progress: See Below

| Estimated Completion: 06/30/26

Key Updates & Milestones:
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Foley Family Community Pavilion Artistic Components: In Progress – 45%
o November 2025 – Request for Qualifications (RFQ) launched
o December 2025 – Finalists selected to propose
o April 2026 – Anticipated City Council approval of project award.

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o August 2026 – Installation deadline
Develop branding and identify for the arts in Healdsburg: In Progress – 40%
o March 2026 – Estimated completion date by the Arts and Culture Commission
(“Commission”)
o November 2025 – Branding framework developed
o January 2026 – Contract with Pembroke Studios for logo development
executed; work initiated on logo development
Public Art Grant Program Revisions: In Progress – 75%
o Commission completed revisions to grant program framework
o January 2026 – Grant applications solicited, 23 grant applications received
o February 2026 – Arts and Culture Commission grant review and
recommendation to City Council
o April 2026 –City Council consideration of grant award
o December 31, 2026 – Deadline for installation
Percent for Arts Program Development: In Progress – 50%
o October 2025 – Arts and Culture Commission reviewed proposed framework
for Ordinance and recommend approval to City Council
o December 2025 – City Council reviewed proposed framework and provided
direction to staff
o February 2026: Staff initiated work with City Attorney on drafting proposed
ordinance
Develop an enhanced Arts and Culture website presence: In Progress – 30%
o July – December 2025: Worked with Chamber of Commerce on new arts focus
for Stay Healdsburg
o January 2026: Refreshed Stay Healdsburg website launch with new Arts and
Culture component (https://stayhealdsburg.com/arts-culture/)
o February 2026: Evaluating options for dedicated arts and culture website
Laura Fish Somersal Park Public Art Component: In Progress – 20%
o July - November 2025 - Compiled background information for opportunities to
incorporate art into the project, visited Grace Hudson Museum in Ukiah with
representatives of indigenous community to learn more about Native
American artwork
o February 2026 – Final Park design project scoping and updated cost
estimating underway.
Arts Education Program: In Progress – 20%
o July 2025 – December 2026: Commission developed framework for enhancing
arts education in collaboration with Healdsburg Unified School District

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o January 2026: Commission hosted Arts Education Forum with approximately
60 attendees
o February 2026: Work underway compiling Arts Education Form takeaways for
development of future plans
37. REVISE CITY-HUSD JOINT USE AGREEMENT
Description: Update the agreement between the City and Healdsburg Unified School
District for sharing of facilities to address recent improvements, renovations, and additions
to facilities owned and operated by each organization.
Responsible: Community Services
Status: Not Started: 5%

| Estimated Completion: TBD

Key Updates & Milestones:
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This project is pending discussions with Healdsburg Unified School District (HUSD)
and future swim center project
July – November 2025: HUSD initiated planning process for swim center and City will
engage in the process which will include a conversation on joint use for all facilities
and uses
December 2025: City met with Swim Center design team to discuss program for new
facility

38. LAUNCH THE FOLEY FAMILY COMMUNITY PAVILION OPERATIONAL PLAN
Description: Develop an operational plan that would include operating and use policies,
rental opportunities and fees, staffing, and maintenance of the facility.
Responsible: Community Services
Status: In Progress: 50%

| Estimated Completion: 06/30/26

Key Updates & Milestones:
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October 2025 – Parks & Recreation Commission reviewed preliminary operations
plan (Phase I) for City and City-Partnered Events
November 2025 – City Council reviewed and supported staff’s Phase I recommended
operations plan
December 2025 – City hosted ribbon cutting ceremony for facility
March 21, 2026 – Opening weekend for the facility in conjunction with a preview
Farmers’ Market and other events over the weekend.

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August 2026 – Anticipated City Council review of Phase II operations plan which will
focus on private events

39. COMPASSIONATE COMMUNITIES END-OF-LIFE PROGRAM
Description: Support a Compassionate Communities end-of-life program at the Senior
Center.
Responsible: Community Services
Status: In Progress: 60%

| Estimated Completion: 12/31/27

Key Updates & Milestones:
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May 2025 – Community Foundation of Sonoma County awarded a $50,000 grant to
assist in program development
June 2025 – City staff conducted outreach with Corazon Healdsburg to gather
information on specific needs of the Latino community in Healdsburg
July/August 2025 – Funding proposal was submitted to Providence Hospice,
facilitated by the Healthcare Foundation, for grief and bereavement services
focusing on the Latino community resulting in $150,000 in funding over a two-year
time period ($75,000 per year) starting in FY 2026
September 2025 – Staff attended the California Village Movement 4 Conference
November 2025 – Compassionate end-of-life program presented to the Senior
Citizens Advisory Commission
December 1, 2025 – Program presented to City Council and direction provided to
move forward with pilot program
March 2026 – Estimated launch of pilot program that will run for two calendar years
(though December 31, 2027)

40. SUPPORT LATINO COMMUNITY AND IMMIGRATION ISSUES
Description: Support Latino community and immigration issues.
Responsible: City Manager’s Office
Status: Ongoing

| Estimated Completion: Ongoing

Key Updates & Milestones:

The Village Movement is a grassroots network of community-based organizations that helps older adults
“age in place” by coordinating services and fostering social connections.
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Summer 2025 – Mailer sent to all Healdsburg residents titled, “HEALDSBURG: A Safe
Place for Everyone” which provided local resources and knowing your rights

COMMUNITY FACILITIES
41. DEVELOP AN IMPLEMENTATION PLAN AND FUNDING STRATEGY FOR ABEL DE
LUNA COMMUNITY CENTER MULTICULTURAL CENTER VISION
Description: Develop a strategy and funding plan for implementing the vision set forth in the
Healthcare Foundation’s Multicultural Center Plan which is focused on the Community
Center facility. Work would be implemented in collaboration with the Healthcare
Foundation of Northern Sonoma County and Corazon Healdsburg.
Responsible: Community Services
Status: In Progress: 30%

| Estimated Completion: 06/30/26 (Tier 1)

Key Updates & Milestones:
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June 2025 – City executed $500,000 Grant Agreement with Sonoma County for
supporting multicultural and resiliency center project
July – December 2025 - City, Corazon Healdsburg, and Healthcare Foundation of
Northern Sonoma County have met to develop the implementation plan
November 2025 - Healthcare Foundation retained the services of a fundraising
consultant to conduct fundraising activities
December 2025 - City entered into a Professional Services Agreement for cost
estimating
February 2026 – City executed contract amendment for design framework for Tier 1
Improvements
February 2026 – City and Corazon Healdsburg finalized community engagement plan
for project with launch of community engagement planned for March 2026

PARK / OPEN SPACE
42. LAURA FISH SOMERSAL PARK DEVELOPMENT – COMPLETE DESIGN & BEGIN
PHASE I CONSTRUCTION
Description: Complete the design and begin construction of Phase 1 of the park to include
a multipurpose trail, creek restoration, and support facilities such as parking and restrooms.
Responsible: Community Services

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Status: In Progress: 40%

| Estimated Completion: 08/01/26

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June 2025 – Schematic Design 100% complete
September 2025 – Geotechnical investigation complete
October 2025 – Working session with representatives from Dry Creek Rancheria and
Mishewal Wappo Tribe of Alexander Valley to integrate indigenous people into the
design context; toured Native American art installation and indigenous plant
demonstration project at Grace Hudson Museum in Ukiah
February 2026 –
o Design Development and Cost Estimates 90% complete; value engineering in
process
o Negotiating conservation easement and recreation covenant documents and
matching grant agreement with Sonoma County Agriculture & Open Space
District in process

43. BADGER PARK REDEVELOPMENT – COMPLETE DESIGN & BEGIN PHASE 1
CONSTRUCTION
Description: Complete the design and begin construction of Phase 1 of the park to include
enhanced river access and installation of permanent restrooms.
Responsible: Community Services
Status: In Progress: 10%

| Estimated Completion: 03/01/27

Key Updates & Milestones:
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November 2025 – City Council adopted CEQA and Master Plan documents
December 2025 – Meeting with US Army Corps of Engineers on permitting for
project
February 2026 –
o Design consultants developing cost proposal for Schematic Design Work;
finalizing scope of work for Phase 1
o Negotiating conservation easement and recreation covenant documents and
matching grant agreement with Sonoma County Agriculture & Open Space
District in process
November 14, 2025 – City Council adopted CEQA and Master Plan Documents
January 2026 – Estimated award of contract for schematic design
Early 2027 – Estimated time for Phase I construction

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44. PRIORITIZE CREATION OF AN INCLUSIVE “MAGICAL BRIDGE” PLAYGROUND
Description: Prioritize the creation of an inclusive "Magical Bridge" playground for either
Laura Fish Somersal Park or Badger Park.
Responsible: Community Services
Status: In Progress: 25%

| Estimated Completion: 03/01/27

Key Updates & Milestones:
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September 15, 2025 – City Council approved a MOU with Magical Bridge
Fall 2025 – Magical Bridge Foundation launched fundraising campaign
December 2025 – City Council authorize amendment to MOU with Foundation’s
fundraising framework
February 2026 – Feasibility study and fundraising efforts underway

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