The Healdsburg Tribune 5-11-2023

HERROD LEADS CITY COUNCIL TOWARD SAFE GUN STORAGE ORDINANCE

PUBLIC COMMENT, PERSONAL STORIES

SWAY ARGUMENT

By Christian Kallen

While deadly mass shootings in the U.S. occur almost daily so far in 2023, many families are disrupted and damaged by less visible tragedies in the home caused by readily available, unprotected firearms. People in Healdsburg and elsewhere are frustrated that they seem powerless to stop the widespread availability of firearms, and a “gun culture” that normalizes open carry and assault weapons.

At the April 3 City Council meeting a month ago, first-year Council Member Chris Herrod brought up the idea of Healdsburg passing a “safe firearm storage ordinance,” having been encouraged to do so by “several of his constituents,” he said.

City Manager’s Update Gets New Look

COMMISSION OPENINGS, SLURRYSEAL SCHEDULE AND MORE

By Christian Kallen

There are two openings on the city’s Planning Commission, a slurry-seal project to resurface downtown Healdsburg streets is now underway and the City Council unanimously adopted the 6th Cycle Housing Element, as required by state law.

and illustrations to each item, with the current May 5 issue the Update is newly revised and redesigned as a page-through online PDF magazine that’s just a click away from the recipient’s email or the Healdsburg.gov home page.

New Administrative Analyst Allison Mattioli helped format the regular city manager’s report into this new presentation.

As summer approaches, Community Services efforts are spotlighted, such as the Dollar Days Swim Program at the high school pool and an Activity Assistance Program to help area families take part in camps, youth sports and other activities through sliding-scale pricing.

After arguing that there is a precedence for such an ordinance in communities nearby, Herrod persuaded Mayor Ariel Kelley and Councilmember Evelyn Mitchell to put the item on a forthcoming agenda for discussion. On May 1, that

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These and other informational items about the work being done by the City of Healdsburg’s staff are outlined by City Manager Jeff Kay in his newest bi-monthly report, the City Manager’s Update (formerly the Friday Update).

On the cover: the city’s sustainability booth at the recent Climate Fest, held on Earth Day, April 22 at the Plaza.

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A Sonoma County native, she joined the city staff in November after most recently working on special projects and communications in the City Manager’s Office in Vallejo.

This issue—marked as Vol. 23, Issue 9, in newspaper style—includes overviews of several key city projects currently underway: the 2023 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, the Climate Mobilization Strategy and the Housing Element update. QR codes are used to enable readers to link to deeper content on the website where appropriate.

The Slurry Seal Street Restoration project currently underway is resurfacing many downtown streets where PG&E gas line upgrades have been installed. The project concludes next week, according to the schedule in the Update, with permanent paving legends and street striping tasks.

Also detailed are plans for improvements of the entrance to the Healdsburg Senior Center, at 133 Matheson St., to include automatic sliding glass doors at both front and back entrances. Construction is set to begin on May 15 and last through June 5. During construction all classes and activities at the

RECYCLE E-WASTE OVER

3-DAY

WEEKEND

TVS, COMPUTERS, STEREOS AND GAME CONSOLES WELCOME

by Christian Kallen

Old televisions, computers and tablets, outdated cell phones and any number of other electronic devices that have passed their useful lifespan can be recycled at a three-day EWaste Disposal event this weekend at the Healdsburg Community Center.

“Electronic devices contain a variety of

materials, including metals that can be recovered for recycling,” advises Zero Waste Sonoma, the public name of the Sonoma County Waste Management Agency. Recycling waste electronics saves resources, it maintains, because new metals don’t have to be mined.

“In addition, electronic devices contain high enough levels of certain materials, such as lead, to render them hazardous waste when disposed [of]. Hazardous wastes cannot be disposed of in the garbage,” ZWS adds.

The agency posts a helpful list of materials that it accepts for recycling on its website at zerowastesonoma.gov, as well as a downloadable PDF guide in both Spanish and English. Some common examples include TVs, office equipment, cell phones, tablets, printers, desktop computers and

laptops, stereos and game consoles, including cords and medical equipment such as CPAP and Bi-PAP machines.

“I know garbage is not a hot topic, but it should be. It’s definitely part of our way to help reach climate goals,” said City Councilmember Evelyn Mitchell, who serves as Healdsburg’s representative on the ZWS board. “Zero Waste Sonoma is a great organization, doing a lot to help keep dangerous and bulky items out of our landfill, which directly helps reduce GhG [greenhouse gasses].”

The recycling event will be open from 9am to 6pm on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, May 12–14. The Healdsburg Community Center is located at 1557 Healdsburg Ave. Residents are asked to use the driveways on Healdsburg

E-WASTE Mixed electronic waste ready for recycling at the Zero

Photo by Christian Kallen

Photo by Larry

Photo by Christian Kallen

A CALENDAR OF UPCOMING EVENTS IN HEALDSBURG

Salsa Dancing

The Santa Rosa Salsa Orchestra performs and leads salsa lessons and social dancing on Thursday, May 11, at Furthermore Wines, 5-8pm, 328-A Healdsburg Ave.

Flamenco

Gypsy Jazz

Barrio Manouche combines the instrumentation and signature of jazz manouche, modern jazz, flamenco and LatinAmerican rhythms, and they do it with acoustic instruments and dance. Friday, May 12, starting at 8pm at Elephant in the Room, 177 Healdsburg Ave., $10 cover.

Opening Night

The classic Noel Coward

family comedy, Hay Fever, begins its three-weekend run at the Raven Performing Arts Theater, 115 North St. Performances Fridays and Saturdays, 7:30pm, and Sundays, 2pm, through May 28. Tickets at raventheater.org.

E-Waste Event

Zero Waste Sonoma partners with Conservation Corp North Bay to conduct this free, three-day electronics collection event, Friday through Sunday, May 12-14. Opens at 9am at Healdsburg Community Center, 1557 Healdsburg Ave. See story this issue.

Plant Sale at Farmers’ Market

Visit the Healdsburg Garden Club at the Farmers’ Market in West Plaza Park to provide a home for some of their beautiful plants. Proceeds from plant sales help raise money for scholarships awarded to graduates of

local schools. Saturday, May 13, 9am to 12:30pm at West Plaza Park, combined with Saturday Farmers’ Market.

City Council

Healdsburg’s City Council will meet on Monday, May 15, for their regular twice-monthly meeting. The agenda will be posted a week before the meeting. Attend live at 401 Grove St., 6pm, or view on Facebook/ CityofHealdsburg.

Tuesday Market

The Healdsburg Farmers’ Market begins its Tuesday in the Plaza season on May 16, from 9am to 12:30pm. Produce, flowers, cheeses, honey, olive oil, bread, wild fish, pasture-finished meat and more help celebrate the agricultural heritage of Healdsburg. Also in the West Plaza Parking lot on Saturdays, 8:30am to noon.

Free Fallin’

Neo-Folkie Mariee Siou has been a fixture in the Neo-folk scene since her 2007 debut “Faces in the Rocks”— now acclaimed as a cult classic in the indie music world. She will play free at Little Saint on Thursday, May 18, in the upstairs Lounge as part of their Dad Country series. Music starts at 7pm, 25 North St.

Experience Healdsburg

Healdsburg Wine & Food

Experience runs Friday through Sunday, May 19-21. A la carte events include barbecue, champagne, caviar, pairings and cocktails seminars, celebrity chef demonstrations and an evening concert at Rodney Strong. Multiple charities benefit; no smoking, children or pets allowed. healdsburgwineandfood. com

Petty Theft, one of the Bay Area’s most popular cover bands, brings the spirit of the Heartbreakers back to life at Coyote Sonoma, 44 Mill St. Friday, May 19, 7pm. $35.

Seniors Meeting

The City of Healdsburg’s

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission is scheduled to meet at 4pm at City Council Chambers on Wednesday, May 24. If there are no agenda items the meeting will be canceled, so please check the city calendar five days prior to verify it will occur. healdsburg. gov/calendar

Raven Reveal

Fans of the Raven Players can be the first to know what the coming stage season will present at the Raven Performing Arts Center on Wednesday, May 24, starting at

5:30pm. Entertainment, games, prizes, drinks and small bites available, leading up to the “Great Raven Reveal” at 6:30. Free, 115 North St.

Future Farmers Fair

It’s that time of year again: the Healdsburg Future Farmers’ Country Fair. The HFFCF Parade is Thursday, May 25, at 6pm; the Fair at Rec Park runs through Saturday, May 27. More details as the event approaches. Charles Lloyd

The saxophone legend returns to Healdsburg with pianist Gerald Clayton for one show only, Saturday, May 27 at 7pm. Programmed by Jessica Felix, long-time a friend of Lloyd, this finale to The 222 season is sure to sell out, despite the $150-$250 ticket price. At Paul Madher Gallery, 222 Healdsburg Ave. The222. org

Courtesy Barrio Manouche

SHE’S GOT RHYTHM Barrio Manouche will deliver ‘flamenco gypsy jazz’ in their May 12 performance at the Elephant in the Room.

Outstanding Teachers Honored by Rotary

‘BEING A POSITIVE INFLUENCE IN THE LIVES OF THEIR STUDENTS’

Each year the Rotary Club of Healdsburg Sunrise works with the Healdsburg Unified School District and Westside School District principals to choose an outstanding teacher. The club awards each with a $500 check, a memorial plaque and recognition at an awards dinner.

This year, that dinner took place on April 27 at Villa Chanticleer, hosted by Nancy Palumbo, past president of the club. Also in attendance were Healdsburg Mayor Ariel Kelley, So Co 4th District Supervisor James Gore, Sonoma County Superintendent of Schools Dr. Amie Carter and Senator Mike McGuire represented by his aide, Kai Cooper.

The recognized teachers were: Marcela Hernandez, T-K teacher at Healdsburg Elementary School; Stephanie Feith, fourth grade humanities teacher at Healdsburg Elementary Fitch Mountain Campus; Jennifer Kettmann, first grade teacher at West Side School; T.C. Peterson, language arts and ELD support at Healdsburg Junior High; and Thomas Warf, history teacher at Healdsburg High School.

“I’m sure you can agree that we need as much good, happy news as possible as well as support for our public education system,” Palumbo said. “The principals’ reasons for their selections are my favorite part of this annual event because we learn how each teacher goes above and beyond their daily teaching requirements to be a positive influence in the lives of their students and colleagues.”

FLASHBACKS

NEWS FROM ‘THE HEALDSBURG TRIBUNE’ OF YEARS

PAST

100 years ago –May 17, 1923

Lake Sotoyome to Reach Around Fitch Mountain For Summer Residents

It appears virtually assured that Lake Sotoyome, Healdsburg’s summer bathing and boating “lake,” will this season be located high enough up the Russian River to back the water up around Fitch Mountain. Here the summer resort visitors and

the summer residents of the picturesque mound will have advantage of the deep water for their aquatic recreation.

The Chamber of Commerce discussed the proposition in its regular quarterly meeting Monday night. Speakers were favorable to the plan, realizing that Lake Sotoyome should be made more available to summer visitors to this section than it has been when the dam which holds the water was built below the bridge. The dam committee is looking into the plans and will report back to the board of directors. Early

construction of the dam is favored.

75 years ago –May 7, 1948

Palomar Being Readied for Summer Dances by 20-30 Club

The Palomar Dance Hall on the Fitch Mountain Road is having its face lifted, but good, by the driving 20-30 Club who have been busy for the past month sanding floors, cleaning the place up and down and redecorating for the big opening dance on May 22.

Chairman of the yearround dance program planned by the club is Bob Howard who has a trio

of men as his aids to help sponsor the weekly dances. Bob Soracco, Merle Smith and Zip Barbieri along with Howard will each take a monthly turn at supervising the events. Plans include a dance every Saturday night and Holiday weekends as a start, but might, according to a club spokesman, be expanded to a twice-a-week event.

50 years agoMay 3, 1973

A Monastery at the Bishop’s Ranch

A Franciscan monastery has been established at the Bishop’s Ranch, El Rancho del Obispo, on West Side

Rd., which has long served as a conference center and retreat for the Episcopal Diocese of California.

The 73-acre retreat, which includes a magnificent old home overlooking the Russian River Valley, cottages, a dining room and chapel, has not been sold to the Roman Catholic Church. It is still very much a part of the Episcopal Church because the monks are Episcopalians.

Brother Philip, the 28-year-old head of the monastery, explains the new friary was established April 1 for them. It will continue to be used as a

conference and retreat center for the church, as well as a summer retreat for kids. But its hospitality will also be extended to any group throughout the Bay Area and Northern California, as long as it is non-profit. It will also serve as the establishment for the friar’s regular daily life of prayer, where they will be able to meditate and pursue their call to the service of God. So far there are three monks at the ranch, with three more expected later.

Thanks to the Healdsburg Museum and Historical Society.

Photo by Dr. Doug Pile

WINNING TEACHERS Healdsburg’s Sunrise Rotary awarded $500 each to five Teachers of the Year on April 27. From left, Thomas Warf, Healdsburg High School; Stephanie Feith, Healdsburg Elementary Fitch Mountain Campus; Marcela Hernandez, Healdsburg Elementary School; Jennifer Kettmann, West Side School; and T.C. Peterson, Healdsburg Junior High.

SO MUCH FUN Poster announcing a 1944 Coronation Ball at the Palomar, at what is now Del Rio, once a lively night spot for area residents.

Photos courtesy Healdsburg Museum

RUSSIAN RIVER DAM A seasonal dam just downstream of Memorial Beach, which is still erected most years, created a recreational body of water known as Lake Sotoyome 100 years ago.

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2 HEALDSBURG JUVENILES ARRESTED WITH LOADED FIREARM

APRIL 18 ARREST FOLLOWED EARLIER INCIDENT OF SHOTS FIRED

On Tuesday, April 18, at about 3:40pm, Healdsburg Police responded to a call regarding suspicious individuals wearing hoodies with blue bandanas covering their faces on the 400 block of Grove Street.

Healdsburg Police had responded to an incident the day before at a nearby apartment complex that occurred at approximately the

same time of day and involved subjects matching the same general description.

In the incident on Monday, April 17, officers had responded to a call of gunshots and through investigation determined that at least two shots were fired from a handgun at another individual. No one was struck during that incident, but evidence of the crime was located at the scene—including bullet casings.

Acting on a telephone tip that two young men were in the area the following afternoon, officers arrived and spotted two suspicious individuals and attempted to contact them. The two individuals immediately ran away, jumping fences and running through yards in an attempt to evade officers.

After pursuing the individuals on foot, officers caught both

individuals in the 700 block of Healdsburg Avenue. During a search of one of the individuals’ backpacks, officers located a loaded firearm.

The suspects, 15and 16-year-old juveniles from Healdsburg, were arrested on charges including possession of a loaded firearm in public, possession of a concealed firearm in public, possession of stolen property and resisting arrest. The 16-year-old was additionally charged with violation of the terms of his juvenile probation based on a prior firearms-related charge. Both juveniles were booked at Juvenile Hall.

An investigation is ongoing to determine if the incidents are related. Said Chief Matt Jenkins on May 8, “The investigation is still ongoing as we are awaiting forensic analysis of ammunition and the recovered firearm.”

PARTIAL LIST OF INCIDENTS REPORTED TO HEALDSBURG POLICE, APRIL 16-23

Sunday, April 16

• 1:31am. Officer-initiated activity at Redwood Hwy/Old Redwood Hwy, a vehicle stopped for invalid registration led to the arrest of a 26-yearold man for driving under the influence with a blood count of 0.08 or higher, and felony and misdemeanor probation violations. Suspect was prebooked at Healdsburg Police Dept. (HPD) and then transported to county jail (CJ).

1:35pm. Reckless driver was reported at the Healdsburg Fire Department on Healdsburg Ave. Reporting Party (RP) called to report two vehicles speeding in the area yesterday and throughout the day today. Vehicles described as a black Mustang and primer gray 300 ZX. Requesting extra patrol throughout the day today when available.

5:58pm. Vandalism on Tucker St. RP called to report that about 10 minutes ago, something struck a window, possibly a BB. Window was spider-webbed.

Monday, April 17

6:32am. Reckless driver reported at L&M Motel on Healdsburg Av. Vehicle almost hit a big rig and was swerving on the roadway. RP described the vehicle as a blue Toyota, with no plate provided. RP last saw it driving past the L&M Motel towards Memorial Bridge. Officers advised to BOL (Be on the Look Out).

11:13am. Accident at Safeway on Vine St. RP called to report tshe hit two vehicles when she was trying to park and asked for LE (Law Enforcement) assistance in contacting the other owners. Officer responded, one owner was contacted and contact information was left on the second vehicle.

12:31pm. Disturbance reported on University St. RP called to report a cement truck blocking her driveway. While on the line a verbal dispute ensued and the RP stated the truck driver tried to “run her over.” Officers responded, the truck moved. RP said vehicles blocking driveway is an ongoing issue. Issue to be forwarded to Code Enforcement.

3:35pm. RP called to report that a transient subject has been sleeping on the property of Rich Ryan Construction on Healdsburg Ave. RP requested patrol of the

Manager’s Update

Senior Center will be relocated to the Healdsburg Community Center.

Many will want to learn the current staff openings with the City of Healdsburg, which include a full-time Police Officer for recruits, entry-level or lateral transfer applicants and a full-time Project Manager for capital improvements.

Recycle E-Waste

Avenue instead of the main parking lot near the Community Center building.

“The City is providing the space and assisting to make sure the event runs smoothly,” said Public Works Director Larry Zimmer. “We always support our partner ZWS in reducing waste and

increasing reuse and recycling.”

Zero Waste Sonoma holds such events monthly in different communities throughout the county. Last month it held events in Sonoma and Monte Rio; next month, on June 16-18, it will hold an event at Luther Burbank Center in Santa Rosa.

Donors are asked to remove batteries from devices prior to recycling; batteries are in the Household Hazardous Waste category, and can be recycled at the agency’s Central Disposal Site at 500 Mecham Rd. in Petaluma.

More information is available at healdsburg. gov/Calendar. aspx?EID=2266.

Available part-time jobs include openings for a lifeguard/swim instructor, parking enforcement officer, parks and facilities aide and recreation leader. The application process for these positions is found at www.healdsburg.gov/204/ Employment-Process Also listed are two vacancies on the influential Planning Commission, the body that holds public hearings on proposed development plans, conditional use permits, subdivision maps and other landuse matters. Applicants for

these volunteer positions should contact the City Clerk, Raina Allan, at rallan@healdsburg.gov

Anyone may sign up to receive the free, twicemonthly City Manager’s Update in their email in-box by visiting healdsburg.gov/subscribe. Under “Notify Me,” click the mail icon next to “City Manager Friday Update - Newsletter” to sign up. Or view the Update online at www. healdsburg.gov/805/ City-Manager-FridayUpdate.

area in the evening/ night hours when available and if a subject is located to please advise them to leave. No description of individual provided. RP has noticed belongings being left on the property.

4:19pm. Assault with a deadly weapon reported on W. Grant St. following a report of possible shots fired. RP stated he heard 3 gunshots, what sounded like popping, clicking and metal dropping, and saw an adult male running across the street toward the laundry room. Subject described as having long hair, wearing a hat, a black-and-red hoodie and shorts. Officers responded and checked the area. Casings were located, report taken. (See follow-up story on P. 4 – Juveniles)

11:34pm. An officer stopped a driver on Old Redwood Hwy/Eastside Rd., Healdsburg for excessive speeding. On investigation an adult male was arrested for driving under the influence with a blood count of 0.08% or higher. Suspect was transported to the Sonoma County Jail.

Wednesday April 19 • 8:52am. Occurred at Healdsburg City Hall on Grove St. RP reported an adult male and female were involved in a physical disturbance. The female was wearing a gray beanie and a white jacket, the male a white shirt and black pants. They had a black-and-white dog that appeared friendly. Officers responded, a 46-year-old man was arrested and transported to CJ for aggravated battery and probation violation.

3:01pm. Grand theft reported at Williamson Wines on Matheson St. RP called because a juvenile took her phone and ran off with it. Subject described as an adult male in a red shirt and black pants. While on the phone the subject returned with the phone. RP declined any further assistance.

10:13pm. Drunk driver reported at Ward St./ Tracks. RP states a vehicle occupied by two people just pulled up by tracks, and had driven very close to parked cars. RP believed a possible drunk driver due to driving behavior. The vehicle then left and had front-bumper damage. Later the vehicle was reported eastbound

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EVIDENCE A pistol with a loaded magazine was found in the possession of two juveniles on Grove Street on April 18 in Healdsburg.

E-WASTE RECYCLING A Zero Waste Sonoma event at the Healdsburg Community Center on May 12–14 gives residents a chance to recycle TVs, stereos, computers and so much more.

Anyone may sign up to receive the free, twice-monthly City Manager’s Update in their email in-box.

Gun Storage

discussion took place for three hours during the meeting as the only item of new business.

Though Police Chief Matt Jenkins made himself available to answer questions on the topic, it was largely up to Herrod to make the case for an ordinance requiring safe firearms storage in the home.

Herrod pointed out that the council’s packet for the meeting—which includes not only the agenda but supporting documents and presentation—included examples of ordinances passed recently in Petaluma and St. Helena defining safe firearms storage.

“Until recently I didn’t know exactly what we could do locally to acknowledge the problem of gun violence, especially in schools, that has impacted many people from afar and also very personally in our community,” he said—that is, until he looked into the idea of a firearms storage ordinance. He said he talked with St. Helena Councilmember Anna Chouteau who “was instrumental in passing a safe storage ordinance in her city, but also active in Yountville and Napa passing their own ordinances.”

He called a safe storage ordinance “appropriate in terms of scope and vision to a community of our type that would not just send a message about the importance of gun safety, but also provide a tool for really helping to save lives.”

Gathering Input

Councilmember Ron Edwards, who like Herrod is serving in his first year as a council member, weighed in. “One of the reasons I ran was to make real, lasting change, and I think that just passing this ordinance isn’t going to do that. What I would like to see is a real effort of education,” he continued, suggesting an annual Gun Safety Week and a letter to new residents outlining the “ordinances that are unique” to Healdsburg such as

parking regulations or cannabis policy.

Edwards also wondered aloud what safe storage actually was, asking “Is that a tin box that a child or a teenager could pry open? I mean, what really is safe gun storage?”

Councilmember Evelyn Mitchell also questioned having an ordinance if it was going to be primarily “symbolic,” asking the police chief how it could be enforced.

Jenkins said if it was an ordinance then law enforcement would likely find out about it after the fact or in an investigation of another crime, not by going into people’s homes to check their compliance.

He said it was unlikely the police would cite someone simply for violating the ordinance without first assuming the responsibility for education about safe gun storage and handling.

“We don’t want the tragedy to happen, so if we do something to prevent it, and if that is education that does that, that’s a good step forward,” he said.

Herrod acknowledged that education was important, but insisted the first step was to pass an ordinance. “I would really like to see an ordinance, if we were able to enact one, to be a foundation for ongoing education,” he said.

Mayor Kelley asked about reporting lost, stolen or misplaced guns, and wondered if the police department currently accepts unwanted firearms. Chief Jenkins said that the department does take in weapons for surrender and destruction, and does so a couple times a year “for any number of reasons as long as there’s a lawful owner of it.”

From the council’s conversation it did not appear that most of those seated owned guns, though Edwards admitted he had. “When I was a rural property owner I did own a gun and it wasn’t a lot of process to

own that weapon,” he said, adding, “I should say ‘tool.’ I know that responsible gun owners store their guns responsibly. Is there a packet from the NRA or some other gun organization that defines what that safe storage looks like?”

Responded the police chief, “California actually has a legislation in effect that defines what safe storage is, because under current state law, safe storage is required if you have a minor, someone under the age of 18, in your home or someone who could access it reasonably who would be prohibited from having a firearm.”

Public Voices

The first public comment came from a man who identified himself only as Jim, who asked that if there already was a state law, what good would it do for Healdsburg to pass an ordinance? But that was the only shade thrown on the idea of Herrod’s ordinance proposal: the next eight speakers, all women, spoke feelingly about the need for more control of firearms.

Among them was Kelly Dorrance, who lost a favorite niece to the recent shooting at The Covenant School in Nashville, Tenn. Fighting back tears, she said, “Just over a month ago, my precious, spirited, incredible 9-year-old niece went to school on Monday morning in Nashville. And was shot dead in the hallway. Her name was Evelyn, and my family is utterly devastated.”

She also said that “most school mass shootings are done by a student or former student who has obtained an unsecured firearm from their own home.”

Dorrance added, “Officially last year in our country, firearms surpassed car accidents as the number one cause of death for children and teens in the United States. I am not anti-gun, but it couldn’t be more clear that our country has a true sickness and twisted obsession.”

Andy Davies of The Healdsburg School, also

spoke up. Referring to earlier conversations the council had that evening, she said, “I love data. I hate the data that the number one killer of children is gun violence, and it’s through mass shootings and very often through accidental shootings. And very often those accidental shootings arise because somebody gets ahold of a gun that they don’t know how to use…”

Results The council ended their discussion by asking city staff through City Manager Jeff Kay to prepare

CONSUELO “CONNIE” CERVANTES

January 23, 1933 - April 29, 2023

Our beautiful mother/grandmother/wita went home to be with Jesus.

Connie was born in 1933 in Ruth, Nevada and came to Healdsburg in 1941 with her parents: Guadalupe and Maria Jesus Lara and her five siblings. Connie attended Healdsburg High and in 1950 she married Miguel “Mike” Cervantes; they had four children: Gloria (Alfonso), Mike (Angie), John, Stella (JR). They had nine grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren.

Please join us for her celebration of life on Friday, May 12, 2023 at noon followed by lunch. The address is 14290 Hendricks St. Healdsburg.

an ordinance for the council to consider at a coming meeting, and to make recommendations on penalties, reporting lost or stolen weapons, and any necessary education components that might be wrapped into it.

With that, a spontaneous round of applause erupted from about 25 people in Council Chambers who had stayed to the end of the three-hour, 20-minute meeting for the discussion.

The last time the council weighed in on the guns issue was in September 2018, when it unanimously approved

a ban on the sale of all firearms in Healdsburg’s downtown zone, and set limits for gun retailers elsewhere in the city.

That action was precipitated by an application from Windsor resident Scott Gabaldon to open a gun store on North Street, between the Toy Chest and the Raven Theater. Initially his application was accepted for processing by city staff, but the outcry that followed led to the council first passing an emergency block on his application, followed by the new ordinance.

EDWINA “DOLLY” BUCHIGNANI

March 16, 1926 - April 17, 2023

Dolly was born at home on Fish Rock Road, in Yorkville, CA, in 1926, and died at her home on Dry Creek Road, in Geyserville, CA, on April 17, 2023. She was the youngest of 12 children born to Eduino and Filomena Zeni. They all preceded her in death. She went to school in a one room schoolhouse, on her parent’s property, that was started and maintained by her mother. At the age of 16, she moved to San Leandro, CA, and graduated from San Leandro High School. She then moved to San Francisco and finally settled in Sonoma County for the last 75 years of her life. In 1946, she married Vincent Buchignani. They were married for 53 years, until his death in 1999. She is also preceded in death by her baby girl in 1948. She is survived by three daughters, Mary Anne, Joy, and Susie (JoJo), seven grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was a strongwilled, hardworking, dependable, supportive woman. She took whatever life handed her and usually conquered it. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

Family and friends are invited to funeral services on Friday, May 12, 2023, at St. John’s Church in Healdsburg. Visitation will be at 9:00 a.m. followed by a rosary then a funeral mass beginning at 11:00 a.m. Burial will be at the Olive Hill Cemetery in Geyserville following the funeral. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory can be made to St. John’s Church, St. John’s School, Bird Rescue Center (PO Box 475, Santa Rosa, CA 95402), or the charity of your choice.

GRIM INSTALLATION An HHS student art project is creating over 100 miniature ‘school desks’ to represent the children killed in school shootings this year. This one is located at the corner of North Street and Healdsburg Avenue.

Photo by Christian Kallen

Photo by Pierre Ratte

Having Horse Sense in Healdsburg

By Pierre Ratte

It was racing day in Kentucky this past weekend. These horses were not there. I see these two most every day. They are good buddies, usually grazing side by side. It was unusual to see them lying down.

Pastured horses don’t lie down much because they eat about 14-16 hours a day. They consume roughly 2% of their

body weight daily, meaning a 1,000-lb horse nibbles up 20 pounds of grass. Horses are finicky about the grass they eat on pasture, roaming distances to find favorites. Lovely that the grass was sufficiently nutritious that they could lie down in green pastures. The horses at Churchill Downs were not lying down last Saturday afternoon, racing in the 149th running of the Kentucky Derby.

Fun-facts horse quizzie—save for next year’s

right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (866) 539-4173, or visit this internet website https://www. servicelinkauction.com/, using the file number assigned to this case CA07001453-22-1 to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the

trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to

150th Kentucky Derby party:

1) Roy Rogers’ horse

2) Lone Ranger’s horse

3) Wilbur’s horse,

4) My Friend _______

5)_____ of Chincoteague

6) National Velvet horse

7) Black ________

8) Horse Whisperer horse,

9) War Horse horse

10) Vronsky’s horse

11) Don Quixote’s horse,

12) 3 of 4 Horsemen of the Apocalypse

13) Alexander the Great’s horse

14) Napoleon’s horse

15) General Custer’s horse.

Bonus: mint julep essentials. Answers below but first a bit, no pun intended, on Secretariat.

Secretariat won the Kentucky Derby in 1973, 50 years ago, and his track record still stands. Racing “Sham,” a horse that beat Secretariat weeks earlier, Secretariat trailed Sham and then increased speed with every quarter mile, finishing in 1 minute,

59 seconds. Secretariat’s record still stands—one of only two horses to finish the Derby in under 2 minutes! The other horse is Sham. Dubbed the most exciting 2 minutes in sports, Secretariat’s thrilling win at the Derby, plus being the first Triple Crown Winner in 25 years, plus winning the grueling Belmont Stakes’ 1.5 mile run in 2:24, leaving the field by 31 lengths, arguably makes Secretariat a GOAT, pun intended, Greatest Of All Time.

Horse quizzie answers:

1) Trigger, 2) Silver, 3) Ed, 4) Flicka, 5) Misty, 6) Pie, 7) Beauty, 8) Pilgrim, 9) Joey, 10) Frou-Frou, 11) Rocinante, 12) Death, Famine, War, Pestilence, 13) Bucephalus, 14) Marengo, 15) Comanchethe only survivor of Custer’s last stand. Mint julep essentials: 1) bourbon, 2) bitters, 3) mint, 4) sugar, 5) water /ice, 6) silver/ pewter mint julep cup.

as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $1,241,575.27 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. The Beneficiary may elect to bid less than the full credit bid. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 or visit this Internet Website www. nationwideposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case 131986-1. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

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EQUINE A pair of horses enjoy greener pastures.

on Healdsburg Ave. and almost caused a traffic collision due to cutting off a 2nd vehicle.

Officers responded, unable to locate.

The RP called back and stated the vehicle had returned, and the suspect exited the vehicle towards the tracks. Unknown if the 2nd occupant was still in the vehicle.

Officers re-responded.

A 32-year-old male was arrested for driving under the influence with a blood count of 0.08% or higher, possession of methamphetamines and driving without a valid license. He was pre-booked at HPD and then transported to CJ.

Thursday, April 20

10:14am. Accident with

Property Damage on W Dry Creek Rd. RP stated one of his drivers was being harassed by someone who thought his driver hit his telephone pole. RP advised outside of HPD jurisdiction and provided CHP’s phone number.

1:16pm. Reckless Driver at Center St./Grant St.

RP stated a white Toyota Camry station wagon “just blew through a stop sign” in the listed area. Vehicle had also been seen driving through a stop sign in the area of Grant/Johnson, nearly hitting the RP. RP believed the driver was homeless and said it was a female driver. He did not see the female this time, but had seen her in the past. Officers responded.

Unable to Locate.

3:30pm. Unwanted Subject at Healdsburg Veterans’ Memorial Beach. Female adult associated with a white Toyota Camry was yelling

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with search/gang terms.

and screaming and the RP wanted assistance letting her know she needed to leave. Unknown if any drugs/weapons/ alcohol. Disposition: Assignment Complete.

• 5:54pm. Graffiti on East St. While speaking with RP and juvenile, the latter admitted to tagging "X4" on multiple buildings throughout the city. Report taken.

Friday, April 21

6:06am. Petty Theft at Jerry’s Valero on Dry Creek Rd. RP stated a male just stole jerky, Reese’s candy and moon pies. RP thought the male was on meth. Suspect was an adult male, early 40s, normal build, 160 lbs, unknown top and jeans. Subject reported driving on Kinley from Dry Creek on a rim only at the rear back wheel.

Officers responded, vehicle and suspect located in collision at the southbound 101/ Old Redwood off ramp.

6:42am. Accident occurred at southbound off ramp on Old Redwood Hwy. SCSO advised they just transferred a caller to medical for an overturned vehicle. The male suspect and the suspect vehicle were located from previous report. The male was transported to Memorial Hospital; the officer to file charges with the DA for the theft.

10:56am. Trespassing at Healdsburg High School on Prince Ave.

An expelled student was on campus earlier harassing other students. RP believed juvenile was now at home. Officer Delatorre contacted RP. A Sonoma County Probation officer called to advise juvenile is on prob

• 12:54pm. Probation Violation on Powell Ave., Healdsburg. Follow up on earlier incident at the high school. Officers conducted a probation search at juvenile’s residence. Juvenile probationer arrested for unlawful interference with peaceful conduct of activities of school and probation violation.

1:40pm. A Sonoma County Auto Theft Task Force operation with the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office and Rohnert Park police nabbed a 39-yearold male for possession of stolen property following an Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) hit. He was arrested and transported directly to CJ for possession of a stolen vehicle pc and parole violation. Vehicle towed.

• 10:43pm. Public intoxication on College St. RP stated an intoxicated male was walking a dog and could not control the dog. Then he was lying on the sidewalk under the streetlight. He was described as passed out and it is unknown if he was unconscious. Negative weapons, drugs or alcohol seen. Adult male, 3040s, thin build, black jacket. Black Rottweiler/ Pitbull looked friendly and did not bark. Medical requested. Officers responded and the individual was provided a courtesy ride to his home.

Saturday, April 22

12:09am. Public Intoxication at Coyote Sonoma on Mill St. RP requested assistance w/an intoxicated male. He was trying to pee by a building, he refused assistance and walked away. RP described him

as slightly aggressive because he was yelling, “You don’t even know me.” Negative drugs, alcohol or weapons. The male then fell on the ground. Male about 55 years old, 5’ 8”, medium build, white shirt, baseball cap and blue jeans. Before officers arrived, the RP stated the subject got into his ride and law enforcement (LE) was no longer needed.

• 12:44am. Burglary to vehicle at Dollar Tree on Vine St. RP stated there was a vehicle with the hood up and all windows broken. The RP believed it was a burglary and stated glass was all over the floor. The back of the vehicle was painted black. RP stated there was a female sleeping in the back seat. Officer Defrank/Sgt. Doherty and Det. Olvera responded. The female was contacted and did not want to prosecute on any charges.

2:03am. Burglary reported at John & Zekes on Healdsburg Ave. by RP who stated a group of 10 people tried to break into a tasting room with a key. RP believed because the male could not speak English that it was not his tasting room. Negative weapons, drugs or alcohol seen. Officers responded. The individual owned the tasting room and got a ride home.

02:43am. Officerinitiated activity at Healdsburg Ave./Monte Vista Ave., Healdsburg, vehicle stopped for expired registration tabs.

A 27-year-old male was arrested for driving under the influence, driving under the influence with a blood count of 0.08% or higher, probation violation, 1203.2(a) pc and other charges, then transported to

CJ. Vehicle towed.

1:34pm. Accident occurred at Spicy Vines Winery (Business Office) on Healdsburg Ave. Twovehicle traffic collision blocked roadway. White VW Jetta and Blk Toyota Prius. No injuries, airbags; kids involved. Officers responded, both parties exchanged info.

10:36pm. Reckless driver at Healdsburg High School. Just occurred. The RP heard a car doing donuts. Heard only and sounds like only one car. RP stated it stopped within the last 30 seconds. Officers responded, vehicle gone on arrival (GOA).

Sunday, April 23

10:16am. Officerinitiated activity at Sake

O Japanese Restaurant, Healdsburg Ave., Healdsburg. Vehicle stopped for 14601. A 76-year-old male was cited for driving with a suspended license, vehicle towed by Cream’s for multiple offenses.

10:52am. Assault reported at Mr. Moons on Center St. Yesterday,

RP’s 5-year-old daughter walked into Mr. Moon's after seeing a stuffed animal in the window. RP’s daughter grabbed the stuffed animal and a female (unknown if employee) grabbed the stuffed animal then grabbed the girl’s arm and pushed her out of the store. RP saw all this occur and would like to press charges against the female.

4:57pm. Officerinitiated activity at St. Paul’s Church, East St., Healdsburg. Contact made with 27-yearold male arrested on warrants from Sonoma County for grand theft and burglary, and Solano County for driving without a license and possession of narcotics. Arrest made.

• 5:59pm. Warrant service at Plaza St./East St., Healdsburg. Vehicle stopped for no front plate. A 48-year-old woman was cited for driving with a suspended license and other vehicle violations, and two Sonoma County warrants for driving with a suspended license and no proof of insurance. Citation issued.

POLICE FLEET Police cars cleaned, fueled and ready to roll at Healdsburg Police Department on Center Street.

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