June 23, 2021
Dear Chamber & Community Members,
As summer is in full swing, I would like to thank the business community for everything they are doing to conserve water and help during this exceptional drought. It is of the utmost importance that we work together to reduce our water usage citywide. Please take a moment to send us the ways your business is saving water by emailing your story and photos to info@healdsburg.com. We want to share your success and ideas with the entire community through our social media channels and this newsletter.
This past week, our community has been adjusting to the new face covering, capacity, and social distancing regulations put in place by the state and Cal/OSHA. Sonoma County Tourism has developed new signs businesses can print out to communicate its specific policies to patrons. You can access the new signs here.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to the Chamber.
Thank you,
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Tallia Hart, CEO
Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau
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Tell us how your business is conserving water!
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As we all work together to save water, we want to feature members of the business community that are working diligently to conserve. Send us any details and photos of how your business is conserving water during this drought and we will feature it on our social media channels and in our newsletter.
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Looking for a refreshing and healthy option this summer? Visit The Nectary on Center Street, owned and managed by Sonoma County local, Gia Baiocchi! They offer raw, cold-pressed juices, wellness shots, superfood smoothies, and artisanal raw foods to replenish and delight while you walk around the plaza.
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Berry Blissness Acai Bowl |
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Wild Blue Yonder Smoothie |
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We're Hiring at the Visitor's Center!
Summer is here and we are looking for someone to join our team! We are looking for a friendly, hard-working individual with extensive Healdsburg knowledge to work at the Visitor's Center 10-15 hours a week, Monday-Thursday. Read the full job description below and apply by emailing your resume to Info@Healdsburg.com.
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Welcome New Chamber Members!
Give a warm welcome to our newest members of the Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce! Learn more about their businesses at the links below.
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Cal/OSHA Revised Emergency Temporary Standards
Updated face covering restrictions for employers.
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Following the June 17 vote by the Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board to adopt the revised COVID-19 Prevention Emergency Temporary Standards, Governor Gavin Newsom signed an executive order to allow the revisions to immediately take effect on June 17. The revised regulations reflect the state’s latest COVID-19 public health guidance. The updates include changes to face coverings and physical distancing requirements. More information on the revised COVID-19 Prevention Emergency Temporary Standards can be found in Cal/OSHA's Frequently Asked Questions.
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Local Drought Emergency: New Water Conservation Policies In Place
Updated June 8, 2021
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Due to the exceptional drought and significant loss of water rights, Stage 3, effective immediately, seeks a 40% reduction in water use Citywide with additional rules and residential water budgets.
What you need to know:
- Residents are assigned a water budget of 3 hundred cubic feet per person per month. This is equivalent to 2244 gallons per person per month or 74 gallons per person per day.
- Irrigation of any kind – drip or sprinklers – is prohibited for all water customers as of June 8, 2021.
- Hand-watering is allowed so long as it’s within the residential water budget.
- Planting of new landscaping is prohibited.
- Commercial and Industrial customers must meet a 40% reduction or demonstrate all necessary conservation steps have been implemented.
- Power Washing and hosing of hardscapes is prohibited.
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Temporary Parklet Reminders |
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PERMIT APPLICATIONS
Reminder that any business who wishes to extend their existing Temporary Outdoor Activities Permit beyond December 31, 2021 or intend to submit a new permit application for an outdoor parklet, must submit a Temporary Parklet Permit Application by Thursday, June 30, 2021.
To answer any questions regarding these temporary parklets, the City will host a Business Parklet "One-Stop" Meeting on Monday, June 28, at 9:15am via Zoom. City staff will be present to discuss any ideas or questions you have regarding your existing or in-process parklet.
ORANGE WATER FILLED BARRIERS
Starting Thursday, June 30, 2021, all City owned water filled barriers (orange k-rail barriers), must not be exposed. Parklet owners will need to provide a secure cover with appropriate traffic reflectors or provide an alternative barrier to protect their parklet independent of City equipment and resources. Reflective tape or markers are required at the corners of the parklet and, depending on location, along the length of the parklet to alert drivers, cyclists, and others. In low light conditions or rainy days, drivers unfamiliar with the parklets need a clear warning of these unexpected objects in the parking area
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Register for Dreaming On: California Tourism Update
Monday, June 28, 2-3 pm
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Join Visit California President & CEO Caroline Beteta for an industrywide update on recovery marketing campaign plans — expected to expand through a one-time state stimulus — and learn about opportunities to leverage the program for your business or destination.
U.S. Travel Association President & CEO Roger Dow will also give an update on national priorities to accelerate recovery, including international travel.
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