Advocacy

The Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce advocates for business-friendly legislation at all levels of government.

Members can have an influence on issues that impact business by becoming involved in the Chamber’s Government Affairs Committee. For more information and to become involved in this committee, contact Tallia Hart at tallia@healdsburg.com or (707) 433-6935.

Current Initiatives & Resources

Federal

U.S. Chamber of Commerce
The fundamental activity of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce is to develop and implement policy on major issues affecting business. Key to this effort is the work of committees, subcommittees, task forces, and councils involving more than 2,000 representatives of member corporations, organizations, and the academic community who serve voluntarily. In almost every instance, significant policy and public issue positions originate with one of these Chamber components.

Consolidated Appropriation Act (CAA) - Employee Retention Tax Credit. Several significant changes have occurred within the laws concerning employee retention credits. Be sure to consult your tax professional and payroll processor.
State
CalChamber
The California Chamber of Commerce is the largest broad-based business advocate to government in California, working at the state and federal levels for policies to strengthen California.

SB-314: Outdoor Dining + Drinking. Here to stay? Keep an eye on this. The Chamber supports the outdoor parklet program and is working closely with the stakeholders and the City of Healdsburg on this matter.
- https://www.courthousenews.com/outdoor-dining-and-drinking-could-be-here-to-stay-in-california/
County
Letter to County Board of Supervisors in Support of Bell's Ambulance Services

Sonoma County Economic Development Board

The Sonoma County Economic Development Board (EDB) is focused on growing a healthy economy by helping our businesses in Sonoma County. We provide confidential, no-cost consulting services to businesses seeking to start, relocate, and grow in Sonoma County.

We assist businesses in:
- Navigating the startup process
- Troubleshooting businesses challenges to get your business to the next level
- Connecting businesses with key contacts, resources, financing and training opportunities
- Collaborating on issues affecting our regional economy
We are here to help and look forward to working with you!
Local

Healdsburg City Council Upcoming Meetings

The City Council is the governing body of the city. The 5 Council members are elected at large by the voters of Healdsburg for 4-year terms. Each year the Mayor is elected by a majority vote of the City Council. The Council sets the policy for the city and adopts an annual budget. The positions of City Manager, City Attorney and City Clerk are appointed by the council.

The City Council meets the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month at 6:00 pm.

Relief of County Fees and Licenses - Letter to Sonoma County Board of Supervisors requesting that they authorize the waiving of annual permit fees to impacted businesses for a full year.

Marketspace Program - Letter to City of Healdsburg City Council