Petaluma public meetings in 2025

Transit Advisory Committee Meeting

The Petaluma Transit Advisory Committee will meet to discuss the transit operating budget and receive a report from the transit manager. The meeting will include a public comment period and roll call.

• Transit Operating Budget Presentation
• Transit Manager Report
• General Public Comment period (up to 20 minutes total)
• Committee roll call
• Meeting held at City Hall Council Chamber

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING

The Petaluma City Council and PCDSA will meet on December 15, 2025 to consider a consent calendar of routine items and several resolutions. Items include authorizing the city to apply for and accept a California Department of Transportation Division of Aeronautics 5% grant match to the Federal Aviation Administration FY 2025 Airport Improvement Program. The council will also approve the 2026 Downtown Petaluma Business Improvement District annual report and intent to levy the 2026 assessment, adopt ordinance amendments for Lafferty Ranch public use and contractor disqualification, and adopt the preferred citywide land‑use map for the draft General Plan update. The meeting will include a closed‑session conference on existing litigation and public comment periods.

• Resolution authorizing the City of Petaluma to apply for and accept a Caltrans Division of Aeronautics 5% grant match to the FAA FY 2025 Airport Improvement Program Grant
• Resolution approving the 2026 Downtown Petaluma Business Improvement District Annual Report and declaring the intention to levy the 2026 Annual Assessment, with a public hearing scheduled
• Adoption (second reading) of an ordinance amending Section 13.45.030 “Public Use” to provide continued passive recreational use of Lafferty Ranch
• Adoption (second reading) of Ordinance No. 2918 N.C.S. adding Chapter 4.05 “Disqualification of Contractors” to Title 4, Revenue and Finance
• Resolution approving the Preferred Citywide Land Use Map and associated land‑use designation standards for the Draft General Plan update

Climate Action Commission Meeting

The Climate Action Commission will first approve the minutes from its 11/13/25 meeting. It will then discuss the frequency and focus of its future meetings. The agenda also includes a public comment period and staff updates.

• Approval of minutes for 11/13/25 meeting
• Discussion of the frequency and focus of future Climate Action Commission meetings
• General public comment (up to three minutes per speaker, total 20 minutes)
• Commission and staff comments

The Climate Action Commission approved the meeting minutes as presented. The commission reached consensus to continue with reduced meeting frequency and increased commissioner activity between meetings (Option 2). The Chair and Vice Chair will work with staff to set the future meeting cadence. Commissioner Baker was recognized for her service at her final commission meeting.

• Approved meeting minutes as presented (consensus)
• Adopted Option 2: reduced meeting frequency with increased commissioner activity (consensus)

Senior Advisory Committee Meeting

The Senior Advisory Committee will discuss reports from various ad hoc groups focused on senior well-being and infrastructure. The meeting includes a report on a visit with Healthy Petaluma and updates on senior-friendly city resources.

• Report on meeting and visit with Healthy Petaluma representatives
• Update on downtown restroom regarding senior-friendly infrastructure
• Update on plants for planter boxes for senior social activities
• Status report on senior mental health and well-being
• Discussion of Sonoma County Master Plan for Aging advocacy PowerPoint

Planning Commission Meeting

The commission will approve minutes from the October 28 and November 20 meetings. It will hold public hearings on a housing element implementation that amends zoning, parking and SmartCode rules for residential care facilities, and on a CEQA exemption, site‑plan approval, density‑bonus waiver and tree‑removal permit for the Gallaher Senior Living project at 1221 Petaluma Boulevard North. An administrative item will nominate Planning Commission members to the Petaluma North SMART Station outreach working group.

• Approve minutes for the October 28, 2025 and November 20, 2025 meetings
• Public hearing to adopt a resolution recommending ordinance amendments to implement the Sixth Cycle Housing Element for residential care facilities (zoning, parking, SmartCode changes)
• Public hearing to consider a CEQA exemption, site‑plan, density‑bonus waiver and tree‑removal permit for Gallaher Senior Living Residential Care Facility (82 apartments, 8 memory‑care rooms) at 1221 Petaluma Boulevard North, APN 006-450-001, Record PLPJ-2024-0008
• Nominate Planning Commission representatives to the Petaluma North SMART Station Specific Plan Community Outreach Partners Working Group

The commission approved the minutes from the October 28 and November 20 meetings. It adopted a recommendation to amend zoning ordinances to implement the Sixth Cycle Housing Element for residential care facilities, voting 7-0. It also approved the Gallaher Senior Living residential care facility site plan and CEQA exemption, voting 7-0, and confirmed nominations to the Petaluma North SMART Station outreach group, voting 7-0.

• Approved October 28, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved November 20, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved housing element zoning amendment recommendation (7-0)
• Approved Gallaher Senior Living facility site plan and CEQA exemption (7-0)
• Approved nominations of Newell and Racusen to SMART Station outreach group (7-0)

Joint Meeting of the Pedestrian & Bicycle Advisory Committee and the Transit Advisory Committee

The Pedestrian & Bicycle Advisory Committee and the Transit Advisory Committee are meeting jointly. The body will review and provide feedback on concepts for the Lakeville Corridor Multi-Modal Improvements Study.

• Review of concepts for the Lakeville Corridor Multi-Modal Improvements Study
• Approval of minutes from the November 5, 2025 meeting

The joint Pedestrian & Bicycle Advisory Committee and Transit Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the November 5, 2025 meeting as presented. No other actions, approvals, or denials were recorded. The meeting concluded with a recess and adjournment.

• Approved minutes for the November 5, 2025 meeting (as presented)

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING

The City Council will consider adopting the 2026 budget and updating local building and fire codes to match state standards. The meeting will also include a public hearing on the Lafferty Ranch preservation ordinance.

• Adoption of 2026 budget appropriations ordinance
• Public hearing on updating Petaluma building and fire codes
• Introduction of ordinance for continued public use of Lafferty Ranch
• Resolution setting 2026 City Council meeting schedule
• Grant application authorization for workforce training program

The council unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 2914 N.C.S. and Ordinance No. 2915 N.C.S., updating the Petaluma Building and Fire Codes to incorporate the 2025 California Building Standards Code and related local amendments. The same meeting also approved the consent calendar items, introduced ordinances to preserve Lafferty Ranch and to add a contractor disqualification chapter, all with 7‑0 votes.

• Adopted Consent Calendar items #1‑6 (minutes, agenda, resolutions) – Carried 7‑0
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2914 N.C.S. updating building code – Carried 7‑0
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2915 N.C.S. updating fire code – Carried 7‑0
• Introduced Ordinance No. 2917 N.C.S. to preserve Lafferty Ranch – Carried 7‑0
• Introduced Ordinance No. 2918 N.C.S. adding contractor disqualification chapter – Carried 7‑0

CITY COUNCIL/PCDA SPECIAL MEETING

The City Council and Petaluma Community Development Successor Agency will meet for a special session. The meeting is limited to a closed session to discuss public employee performance evaluations.

• Performance evaluations for the City Attorney and City Manager

The City Council met in closed session on November 24, 2025. The agenda included a public employee performance evaluation for the City Attorney and City Manager, but the mayor reported no reportable action resulted from the session. The council adjourned at 7:19 p.m.

Special Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a study session to receive an informational presentation on the General Plan Update’s Preferred Citywide Land Use Map and associated land‑use designation standards, including impact analysis on fiscal health, water, wastewater and transportation. No decision or discretionary action will be taken on this item. The meeting also includes a general public comment period limited to three minutes per speaker.

• General public comment – up to three minutes per person, total not to exceed twenty minutes
• Study Session – informational presentation on the General Plan Update Preferred Citywide Land Use Map and standards (materials published 11‑14‑2025)
• Approval of minutes from the previous meeting
• Committee comment
• Staff comment

The commission held a study session to receive a presentation on the General Plan Update's Preferred Citywide Land Use Map and related standards. No votes, approvals, or other discretionary actions were taken. The meeting otherwise consisted of a brief public comment period (no comments) and staff comments before adjournment.

Recreation, Music & Parks Commission Meeting

The Recreation, Music & Parks Commission will discuss establishing an ad-hoc committee to reduce trash in city parks and trails. Members will also consider assigning a subcommittee to develop the scope for a Strategic Parks & Recreation Master Plan.

• Proposal to establish an Ad-Hoc Steering Committee for a community information campaign to reduce trash in city parks and public trails
• Consideration of a Parks Planning Ad-Hoc Subcommittee to develop the scope of work for a Strategic Parks & Recreation Master Plan
• Update on Fall/Winter 2025 Aquatics Programming, staffing, and facility improvements at the Petaluma Swim Center
• Approval of minutes from the September 17, 2025 meeting

The commission approved the minutes from the September 17, 2025 meeting. It voted 6‑0 to create an Ad‑Hoc Steering Committee to reduce trash in city parks and along public trails. It also voted 6‑0 to create an Ad‑Hoc Subcommittee to develop recommendations for the scope of work for a comprehensive Strategic Parks & Recreation Master Plan.

• Approved minutes for September 17, 2025 (unanimous)
• Established Ad‑Hoc Steering Committee to reduce trash in parks (vote 6‑0)
• Established Ad‑Hoc Subcommittee to develop scope of work for strategic parks master plan (vote 6‑0)

Transit Advisory Committee Meeting

The Petaluma Transit Advisory Committee will consider a report on the Transit Operating Financial Plan, approve the minutes from the September 16, 2025 meeting, and adopt the FY26 Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan. The committee will also hear a Transit Manager Report and accept public comments submitted in advance. Decisions will be recorded in the meeting minutes.

• Report on the Transit Operating Financial Plan
• Approval of minutes for the September 16, 2025 meeting
• Adoption of Petaluma Transit FY26 Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan
• Transit Manager Report

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING

The City Council and Petaluma Community Development Successor Agency will discuss updating building and fire codes and adjusting fiscal year 25/26 budget appropriations. The meeting includes a workshop on traffic calming and active transportation for D Street.

• Introduction of ordinances to update Petaluma Building and Fire Codes to 2025 California standards
• Proposed budget appropriation changes including authorizing 8 new positions and eliminating 8 positions
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 2912 for wall tie back easements at 1601 Petaluma Blvd South
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 2913 for lot line adjustment and Madison Street right of way vacation at 92 Lakeville Street
• D Street Traffic Calming & Active Transportation Improvements Pilot Project update workshop

The Council approved the Consent Calendar items, including Ordinances 2912 and 2913, with a 7-0 vote. It introduced Ordinance No. 2914 N.C.S. to update building and fire codes, also passing it 7-0. The Council adopted Ordinance No. 2916 N.C.S. and Resolutions 2025-158, 2025-159, and 2025-160, again with a unanimous 7-0 vote.

• Adopted Consent Calendar items #1‑5 (including Ordinances 2912 and 2913) – vote 7‑0
• Introduced Ordinance No. 2914 N.C.S. to update building and fire codes – vote 7‑0
• Introduced Ordinance No. 2916 N.C.S. and adopted Resolutions 2025‑158, 2025‑159, 2025‑160 – vote 7‑0

Senior Advisory Committee Meeting

The Senior Advisory Committee will discuss a member's concerns regarding aging demographics and review updates on senior center improvements and downtown infrastructure. The committee will also consider how to respond to the concerns.

• Discussion on aging demographics and response strategy
• Approval of October 9, 2025 minutes
• Report on Senior Resources Symposium
• Update on downtown restroom infrastructure
• Report on Petaluma Senior Center planters and benches

The committee approved the October meeting minutes with no changes. A motion to have representatives meet with Healthy Petaluma for clarification on the Women’s Health Needs Report was passed 3‑1. No public comments were submitted during the meeting.

• Approved October meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Motion passed 3‑1 to have representatives meet Healthy Petaluma on senior women’s health needs

Special Meeting of the General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee will receive an informational presentation on the Preferred General Plan Land Use Map and updated designations. The discussion will include initial impact evaluations regarding the city's fiscal health, transportation network, and water and wastewater systems.

• Presentation on the updated Land Use Map and designations
• Review of impact analyses for fiscal health, water/wastewater, and transportation

Climate Action Commission Meeting

The Climate Action Commission will discuss the framework for its 2026 meetings. The body will also receive verbal reports from subcommittees focused on electric vehicles and carbon gardening.

• Framework for 2026 Climate Action Commission Meetings
• Verbal Report from Electric Vehicles Ad Hoc Subcommittee
• Verbal Report from Carbon Gardening Ad Hoc Subcommittee
• Approval of minutes for the 9/11/25 meeting

The Climate Action Commission approved the minutes from the September 11, 2025 meeting. Commissioners reached consensus to reduce regular CAC meetings to roughly four to six per year and will explore alternative, education‑focused formats. Vice Chair Garti was assigned to research local civic groups, and staff will review the feasibility of changing the meeting schedule. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved minutes for 9/11/25 meeting
• Consensus to reduce CAC meetings to about 4–6 per year
• Tasked Vice Chair Garti to research local civic groups
• Staff to review feasibility of modifying CAC meeting format

Public Art Committee Meeting

The Public Art Committee will hear two artist presentations and approve the July 24, 2025 meeting minutes. It will conduct a study session on public‑art concepts for the roundabout at Petaluma Boulevard South and Crystal Lane, and discuss a request for proposal issuance for the Lucchesi Skate Park project. The meeting will also include staff comments and a public‑art project matrix update.

• Presentation: conceptual mural designs by Sonoma County artist Ash Gregorio
• Presentation: extension of a 2025 proposal from the California Blacksmithing Association to donate a public art piece for the 2028 convention
• Study session: public‑art concepts for installation within the roundabout at Petaluma Boulevard South and Crystal Lane
• Discussion item: request for proposal issuance for Lucchesi Skate Park Project
• Approval of minutes for the July 24, 2025 meeting

Airport Commission Meeting

The Airport Commission will receive a presentation on a proposed city sports complex stadium. The body will also hear a commercial license presentation from Avocet Aircraft for Hangar 18B and receive updates on airport infrastructure projects.

• Petaluma City Sports Complex Stadium Proposal presentation
• Avocet Aircraft presentation for Hangar 18B Commercial License
• Runway lighting failure, repair, and future contingencies report
• Hangar 2L construction update
• Hangar 18C door replacement update

The commission approved the minutes from the October 5, 2025 meeting. No other motions were voted on; the agenda consisted of presentations and updates. The meeting was adjourned at 7:40 pm.

• Approved October 5, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Pedestrian & Bicycle Advisory Committee Meeting

The Pedestrian & Bicycle Advisory Committee will meet to appoint a new citizen representative to the Sonoma County Transportation and Climate Authorities' Countywide Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee. The body will also hold breakout discussions for various ad hoc committees.

• Appointment of a citizen representative to the Sonoma County Transportation and Climate Authorities' Countywide Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee
• Ad hoc committee discussions on Bike-Friendly Businesses
• Ad hoc committee discussions on Street & Trail Design Standards
• Ad hoc committee discussions on Wayfinding
• Approval of minutes from the September 3, 2025 meeting

The Pedestrian & Bicycle Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the September 3, 2025 meeting as presented. No other actions were decided at this meeting. The approval formally records the prior meeting’s discussions and decisions.

• Approved September 3, 2025 meeting minutes

Historic & Cultural Preservation Committee Meeting

The Historic & Cultural Preservation Committee will hold a public hearing to consider a resolution approving a Historic Site Plan and Architectural Review for a 1908 residence in the Oakhill-Brewster Historic District. The proposal includes a 113-square-foot rear addition and a 722-square-foot second-story addition.

• Public hearing for 526 Oak St. historic home additions
• Consideration of Historic Site Plan and Architectural Review (HSPAR)
• Proposed 722-square-foot second-story addition
• Proposed 113-square-foot rear addition
• Expansion of rear raised deck and parking area reconfiguration

The Historic & Cultural Preservation Committee held a public hearing on a proposed historic site plan and architectural review for a circa‑1908 residence at 526 Oak St. No ex‑parte communications or public comments were made. Committee Member Hall recused herself. The motion to approve the plan was passed 2‑1, with Members Squirrell and Barclay‑Saxon voting yes and Member McMichael voting no.

• Approved historic site plan and architectural review for 526 Oak St. (2-1)

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING

The City Council and PCDSA will consider several infrastructure contracts and land use ordinances. The meeting includes a workshop on community outreach for the Petaluma North SMART Station project.

• Contract for Petaluma Municipal Airport Taxiway A Rehabilitation to Ghilotti Bros, Inc.
• Contract for Petaluma Municipal Airport South Taxilane B Rehabilitation to Granite Construction Company
• Contract for Library Facility Enhancement ADA Accessibility Improvements to Greg Nelson Construction
• Authorization of $300,000 to Greg Nelson Construction Inc. for Phase 2 On-Call Concrete Work
• Ordinances for wall easements at 1601 Petaluma Blvd South and lot line adjustment at 92 Lakeville Street

The Council approved the Consent Calendar, adopting four resolutions that award contracts for the Petaluma Municipal Airport Taxiway A rehabilitation, the Airport South Taxiway B rehabilitation, ADA accessibility improvements at the library, and Phase 2 of the ADA and sidewalk on‑call concrete work. The Council also introduced Ordinance No. 2912 dedicating wall easements on Petaluma Blvd South to Burbank Housing River Place, LLC, and Ordinance No. 2913 approving a lot‑line adjustment and Madison Street right‑of‑way vacation for the Wizard of Metals property. All votes were 7‑0 in favor.

• Adopted Consent Calendar items #1‑6, including four contract award resolutions (7‑0)
• Awarded Taxiway A rehabilitation contract to Ghilotti Bros, Inc., rejecting O.C. Jones & Sons (Resolution 2025‑153) (7‑0)
• Awarded South Taxiway B rehabilitation contract to Granite Construction Company (Resolution 2025‑154) (7‑0)
• Authorized Library ADA accessibility improvements contract to Greg Nelson Construction (Resolution 2025‑155) (7‑0)
• Accepted Phase 1 completion of ADA and sidewalk on‑call concrete contract, released retention, and authorized $300,000 for Phase 2 to Greg Nelson Construction (Resolution 2025‑156) (7‑0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 2912 dedicating wall easements on Petaluma Blvd South to Burbank Housing River Place, LLC (first reading) (7‑0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 2913 approving lot‑line adjustment and Madison Street right‑of‑way vacation for Wizard of Metals property (first reading) (7‑0)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will receive a staff presentation and conduct a study session to provide feedback on a draft Tree Preservation Ordinance. This feedback will inform a final draft for future recommendation to the City Council. The commission will also review minutes from September and October 2025.

• Study session on Draft Tree Preservation Ordinance (Implementing Zoning Ordinance Chapter 17)

The commission approved the minutes from the September 23, 2025 and October 14, 2025 meetings with no amendments. No vote counts were recorded. The commission also held a study session discussion on the draft Tree Preservation Ordinance, but no formal decision was made on that item.

• Approved minutes for the September 23, 2025 meeting
• Approved minutes for the October 14, 2025 meeting

Public Safety Advisory Committee Meeting

The Public Safety Advisory Committee will approve minutes from the September 24, 2025 meeting and hear public comments. It will discuss the use of drones and Automated License Plate Readers (ALPR). The committee will also review the PSAC annual report input and the long‑range calendar, and present the monthly statistics chart.

• Approval of minutes for the September 24, 2025 meeting
• Public hearing on drones and Automated License Plate Readers (ALPR)
• PSAC annual report committee member input
• PSAC long‑range calendar
• Public Safety Advisory Committee monthly stats chart

Transit Advisory Committee Meeting

The Petaluma Transit Advisory Committee will approve the minutes from the previous meeting, hear up to twenty minutes of general public comment, and consider any public hearings or matters submitted for discussion. The committee will also receive staff and committee comments before adjourning. No specific policy proposals or contracts are listed on the agenda.

• Submit Written Public Comment (email to [email protected])
• General Public Comment (up to three minutes per speaker, total 20 minutes)
• Approval of Minutes for the meeting of (ENTER DATE HERE)
• Public Hearings and Matters for Consideration
• Committee and Staff Comments

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING

The Petaluma City Council and PCDSA will consider a consent calendar that includes several resolutions and an ordinance. Items include awarding a contract to DMR Builders for the municipal airport hangar door replacement, adopting Ordinance No. 2911 to create a city sales‑tax bond law, and approving the City Manager’s authority to enter grant agreements for ABC and OTS programs for FY 2025‑2026. The council will also recommend the Water Advisory Committee’s support of a Sonoma County water‑agency partnership and will move forward with a public‑hearing recommendation for conditional use permits for a new public‑safety facility at 866 East Washington Street. A LumaGo one‑year pilot update will be presented.

• Resolution authorizing award of contract for the Hangar Door Replacement Project at the Petaluma Municipal Airport to DMR Builders
• Adoption (Second Reading) of Ordinance No. 2911 establishing the City of Petaluma Sales Tax Bond Law
• Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute agreements for ABC and OTS Minor Decoy, Shoulder Tap, and IMPACT grant program for FY 2025‑2026
• Resolution recommending the Water Advisory Committee support adoption of the Water Advisory Committee to Sonoma County Water Agency
• Recommendation to conduct a public hearing and approve Conditional Use Permits for a Public Safety Facility at 866 East Washington Street (± 3.5‑acre parcel)

The council adopted Ordinance No. 2911, creating the City of Petaluma Sales Tax Bond Law (7‑0). It also approved the Consent Calendar items #1‑6, a resolution on a proposed recall, and Resolutions No. 2025‑151 and 2025‑152 (all votes unanimous). All actions were recorded with vote counts and any recusal noted.

• Adopted Consent Calendar items #1‑6 (vote 7‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2911 establishing Sales Tax Bond Law (vote 7‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑150 advising public on proposed recall (vote 6‑0, Councilmember Cader Thompson recused)
• Adopted Resolutions No. 2025‑151 and No. 2025‑152 (vote 7‑0)

Tree Advisory Committee Meeting

The Tree Advisory Committee will provide input on tree planting species and scope for the 2025-2026 season. The body will also discuss which ad-hoc subcommittees should remain active through 2026.

• ReLeaf Petaluma review of tree planting species and sites in public rights of way for 2025-2026
• Prioritization and identification of active Ad-Hoc Sub-Committees for 2026
• Approval of September 17, 2025 meeting minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the September 17, 2025 meeting. No other actions were decided; discussion on the Ad‑Hoc Sub‑Committee prioritization was postponed to a future meeting.

• Approved September 17, 2025 meeting minutes

Recreation, Music & Parks Commission Meeting

The Recreation, Music & Parks Commission will approve minutes from the September 17 meeting and hear a presentation on the Fall/Winter 2025 Aquatics Program at the Petaluma Swim Center. It will then discuss two public‑hearing items: establishing an ad‑hoc steering committee to develop a community campaign for reducing trash in parks and trails, and assigning the Parks Planning ad‑hoc subcommittee to define the scope of work for a new Strategic Parks & Recreation Master Plan.

• Approval of minutes for the September 17, 2025 meeting
• Fall/Winter 2025 Aquatics Programming & Staffing Update – Petaluma Swim Center
• Consider establishing an ad‑hoc steering committee to create a trash‑free parks campaign
• Consider assigning the Parks Planning ad‑hoc subcommittee to develop scope for a Strategic Parks & Recreation Master Plan

Planning Commission Meeting

The Petaluma Planning Commission will hold two study sessions to discuss proposed zoning ordinance amendments. The meetings will focus on accessory dwelling units and residential care facilities without taking final decisions.

• Study session on Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units
• Study session on zoning for Residential Care Facilities
• Public comment period for non-agenda items
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

The commission held two study‑session items reviewing proposed amendments to the Implementing Zoning Ordinance for accessory dwelling units and for residential care facilities. Both items were discussion only; no votes or formal actions were taken. The meeting otherwise included public comment periods with no participants and concluded at 10:14 p.m.

Senior Advisory Committee Meeting

The Senior Advisory Committee will approve the minutes from the September 11, 2025 meeting, accept public comments, and discuss a staff report on concerns raised by Robert, including a possible letter to the Healthy Petaluma network that will be deferred to the November meeting. The committee will also receive reports from ad hoc groups on social activities, physical and mental health, information resources, senior‑friendly infrastructure, and the Sonoma County Master Plan for Aging. These updates aim to enhance services and opportunities for seniors in Petaluma.

• Approval of minutes for the September 11, 2025 meeting
• Discussion of Robert's written concerns and potential letter to Healthy Petaluma (deferred)
• Review of planters and benches for the front of the Petaluma Senior Center
• Update on the Senior Resources Symposium status
• Report on senior‑friendly infrastructure initiatives

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING

The Petaluma City Council will consider several resolutions, including the adoption of the Downtown Area Parking Management Plan. A public hearing will be held on a proposed sales‑tax bond law amendment. The council will also vote on a resolution confirming costs for hazardous vegetation abatement and on a joint powers agreement for fire‑department emergency dispatch services.

• Resolution adopting the Downtown Area Parking Management Plan
• First reading of an ordinance to add Chapter 4.41 establishing a sales‑tax bond law (published 10/1/25)
• Resolution confirming cost of hazardous vegetation abatement and forwarding unpaid bills to the County Assessor
• Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a second amended joint powers agreement with REDCOM for fire‑department dispatch services

The council unanimously approved four consent‑calendar items, including the September minutes, the October tentative agenda, the agricultural recycled water system expansion, and a joint‑powers agreement for emergency dispatch. Councilmember Barnacle introduced Ordinance No. 2911 to add a sales‑tax bond law to the municipal code, which passed on first reading. The council also adopted Resolution No. 2025-145 confirming the cost of hazardous‑vegetation abatement and forwarding unpaid bills to the county assessor. Council decided not to approve the Downtown Area Parking Management Plan, provided staff feedback, and created an ad‑hoc committee to explore future paid parking.

• Approved minutes of Sep 15, 2025 meeting (Consent Calendar item #1) – Carried 7-0
• Approved tentative agenda for Oct 20, 2025 (Consent Calendar item #2) – Carried 6-0 (Councilmember Cader Thompson recused)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-143 for Phase One of Agricultural Recycled Water System expansion – Carried 7-0
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-144 authorizing second amended JPA with REDCOM for fire dispatch – Carried 7-0
• Introduced Ordinance No. 2911 (Sales Tax Bond Law) – Carried 7-0
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-145 confirming hazardous vegetation abatement cost and forwarding unpaid bills – Carried 7-0
• Did not approve Downtown Area Parking Management Plan; council provided feedback – No vote to adopt
• Formed ad‑hoc committee (Barnacle, Cader Thompson, Quint) to engage downtown businesses on possible paid parking

Airport Commission Meeting

The Petaluma Airport Commission will meet to approve minutes from September and receive updates on construction projects, including Hangar 2L and Taxiway A. The body will also hear a presentation from Jump Aero regarding a commercial license for Hangar 18B.

• Approval of September 4, 2025 minutes
• Presentation: Jump Aero for Hangar 18B Commercial License
• Airport Manager Report: Financial and Operations updates
• Project Updates: Hangar 2L construction and Taxiway A funding
• Project Updates: Hangar 18C door replacement bid results

Pedestrian & Bicycle Advisory Committee Meeting

The Pedestrian & Bicycle Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes from September and consider appointing a new citizen representative to the Sonoma County Transportation and Climate Authorities' Countywide Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee. The meeting will also include breakout discussions on bike-friendly businesses, street and trail design standards, and wayfinding.

• Approval of September 3, 2025 minutes
• Appointment of new citizen representative to Sonoma County advisory committee
• Breakout discussions on bike-friendly businesses
• Breakout discussions on street and trail design standards
• Breakout discussions on wayfinding

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA SPECIAL MEETING

The Petaluma City Council will discuss continuing the pilot hybrid meeting format, which combines in‑person and virtual participation, and note the temporary suspension of Zoom attendance. The meeting will also move to a closed session for a conference with legal counsel regarding one anticipated litigation case. Public comment procedures and accessibility services are outlined.

• Pilot hybrid meeting format combining in‑person and virtual attendance
• Temporary suspension of Zoom participation for Council meetings
• Closed‑session conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (1 potential case)
• Public comment process for both in‑person and virtual participants
• Availability of closed captioning, live transcription, and ADA accommodations

In a closed‑session meeting, the council discussed anticipated litigation under Section 54956.9. The council gave unanimous direction to initiate or intervene in the action. The City Attorney said details will be disclosed when it does not jeopardize service of process.

• Unanimous direction to initiate or intervene in anticipated litigation

Public Safety Advisory Committee Meeting

The Public Safety Advisory Committee will first approve the minutes of its July 23, 2025 meeting. It will then hear a presentation on traffic trends and enforcement. Committee members will provide input on the PSAC annual report and discuss the PSAC long‑range calendar. Staff will share the monthly statistics chart and public comments are scheduled.

• Approval of minutes for July 23, 2025 meeting
• Presentation of traffic trends and enforcement
• PSAC annual report – committee member input
• PSAC long‑range calendar discussion
• Public Safety Advisory Committee monthly stats chart

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed public safety facility. The body will consider recommendations to the City Council for conditional use permits and site plan review.

• Public hearing for a Public Safety Facility and Major Telecommunications Facility at 866 East Washington Street
• Proposed development on a ± 3.5-acre portion of the City Fairgrounds property (Johnson St. and Kenilworth Dr.)
• Review of Site Plan and Architectural Review (SPAR) for the facility
• Approval of meeting minutes from April 08, 2025, and August 26, 2025

The commission approved the minutes from the April 8 and August 26, 2025 meetings without amendment. In a public hearing, the commission voted 7‑0 to approve conditional use permits and the site‑plan/architectural review for the proposed public safety facility at 866 East Washington Street. All votes were recorded as unanimous.

• Approved minutes for April 08, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for August 26, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permits and site‑plan for public safety facility at 866 East Washington St (7‑0)

Tree Advisory Committee Meeting

The Tree Advisory Committee will review and provide input on the 2025‑26 tree planting species and scope presented by ReLeaf Petaluma. The presentation covers proposed plantings at Lucchesi Park, Rotary Miracle Grove, Steamer Landing Park, Prince Park, Del Oro Park, Petaluma Community Sports Fields, Petaluma Senior Center, Rainier Street, and the Tribute Tree pilot program. The meeting will also include approval of the August 20, 2025 minutes and a period for public comment.

• ReLeaf Petaluma presentation on 2025‑26 tree planting species and scope for multiple sites (Lucchesi Park, Rotary Miracle Grove, Steamer Landing Park, Prince Park, Del Oro Park, Petaluma Community Sports Fields, Petaluma Senior Center, Rainier Street, Tribute Tree pilot program) – presenters Carolyn Lacerra and Wendy Jacobs
• Approval of minutes for the meeting of August 20, 2025
• General Public Comment – up to three minutes per speaker, total no more than twenty minutes
• Submit written public comment by email to [email protected] (subject line “Public Comment”) at least two hours before the meeting

The Tree Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the August 20, 2025 meeting. The committee also approved opening a general public comment period. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved minutes for August 20, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved opening general public comment

Recreation, Music & Parks Commission Meeting

The Recreation, Music & Parks Commission will approve the minutes from its July 16 meeting and then hear public comments. Commissioners will review the Sunrise Park native‑planting and lawn‑conversion demonstration project partnered with Daily Acts. They will also consider input on ReLeaf Petaluma’s 2025‑26 tree‑planting species and scope for multiple city parks.

• Approve minutes from the July 16, 2025 meeting
• Review Sunrise Park native‑planting and non‑functional lawn conversion project
• Review ReLeaf Petaluma 2025‑26 tree‑planting species and scope for several parks
• General public comment (up to three minutes per speaker)
• Committee and staff comments

The commission approved the minutes from the July 16, 2025 meeting. Commissioners reviewed the Sunrise Park native‑planting project and ReLeaf Petaluma’s 2025‑26 tree‑planting plan, but no approvals, denials, or votes were recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 7:30 PM.

• Approved July 16, 2025 minutes

Transit Advisory Committee Meeting

The Transit Advisory Committee will receive presentations on the city's transit operating budget and the LumaGo Pilot Program. The meeting also includes a report from the Transit Manager.

• Overview of Transit Operating Budget
• Presentation on the LumaGo Pilot Program
• Transit Manager Report

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING

The Petaluma City Council and PCDSA will consider a consent calendar of routine items and several resolutions, including a purchase of an electric pickup truck and the adoption of the 2025 Title VI program. The council will also adopt an ordinance that adds new chapters on public safety oversight, an independent police auditor, and military equipment use to the municipal code. A public hearing will be held on the draft Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report and the Community Development Block Grant for 2024‑2025.

• Resolution authorizing purchase of an electric pickup truck for Public Works through Hansel Ford
• Resolution adopting the 2025 Title VI program to prohibit discrimination in federally funded programs
• Resolution accepting completion of the Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) project (E67502242) by Professional Meters, Inc.
• Resolution authorizing award of contract for the Lucchesi Turf Field Replacement Project (C14502008) to Argonaut Constructors, Inc.
• Adoption of ordinance codifying civilian public safety oversight, creating an Independent Police Auditor, and regulating military equipment use

The council approved a series of resolutions on the consent calendar, including the purchase of an electric pickup truck for Public Works, a Title VI anti‑discrimination program, and the declaration of 969 Petaluma Blvd N as surplus land. It also adopted Ordinance 2910 to codify civilian public safety oversight policies. Additional actions included awarding the Lucchesi Turf Field Replacement contract, appointing a voting delegate to the League of California Cities, approving the 2024‑2025 CDBG performance report, and adopting the Active Transportation Plan.

• Adopted Resolution 2025-134 to purchase an electric pickup truck for Public Works (vote 6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-135 adopting the 2025 Title VI anti‑discrimination program (vote 6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-138 declaring 969 Petaluma Blvd N surplus land (vote 6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2910 codifying civilian public safety oversight policies (vote 6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-139 awarding Lucchesi Turf Field Replacement contract to Argonaut Constructors (vote 4-2)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-140 appointing Janice Cader Thompson as voting delegate to the League of California Cities (vote 6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-141 approving the 2024‑2025 CDBG CAPER (vote 6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-142 adopting the Active Transportation Plan (vote 5-1)

Senior Advisory Committee Meeting

The Senior Advisory Committee will approve the August 14, 2025 minutes and hear public comments. It will receive updates on several senior‑focused initiatives, including the RTP‑PCS internship plan to build planters and benches at the Petaluma Senior Center, the proposed RTP construction of a public restroom on Water Street, and the status of the Senior Resources Symposium. A request was noted to discuss the Healthy Petaluma Survey this month.

• Approval of minutes for the August 14, 2025 meeting
• Update on RTP and PCS Internship Program to build planters and benches at the Petaluma Senior Center
• Update on proposed RTP construction of a public restroom at Water Street
• Request to bring up the Healthy Petaluma Survey for discussion
• Update on the current status of the Senior Resources Symposium

The committee voted to approve the August 2025 meeting minutes as delivered. No other substantive actions or votes were recorded. A request to discuss the Healthy Petaluma Survey was deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved August meeting minutes as delivered

Climate Action Commission Meeting

The Climate Action Commission will approve the minutes from the August 14, 2025 meeting. It will hear a Cool Petaluma monthly update and public comments submitted on September 7 and 8. The commission will receive a progress update on Cornerstone actions, workplan integration, and the role of CAC ad hoc groups in advancing the Blueprint for Climate Action. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as roll call and decorum rules.

• Cool Petaluma Monthly Update presentation
• Public comments received 9/7/25 (Kirks) and 9/8/25 (Hagen)
• Approval of minutes for the meeting of 8.14.25
• Progress update on Cornerstone Actions, Workplan Integration, and role of CAC Ad Hocs in advancing the Blueprint for Climate Action

The Climate Action Commission approved the minutes from the August 14, 2025 meeting. The commission reached consensus to continue focusing on the two Ad Hoc topics, Carbon Gardening and Electric Vehicles.

• Approved minutes for the 8/14/25 meeting
• Consensus to continue focusing on Carbon Gardening
• Consensus to continue focusing on Electric Vehicles

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING

The Petaluma City Council will consider a second reading of an ordinance to maintain the mobilehome park rent stabilization program and an ordinance to restore a higher floor area ratio for downtown housing. The meeting also includes resolutions for purchasing public works equipment and transit buses.

• Adoption of Ordinance No. 2909: Mobilehome Park Space Rent Stabilization Program
• Adoption of Ordinance No. 2907: Downtown Housing and Economic Opportunity Overlay FAR 2.5
• Resolution to award pavement maintenance contract to Dryco Construction
• Resolution to purchase five battery electric transit buses
• Resolution to approve responses to Sonoma County Civil Grand Jury reports

The council approved the Consent Calendar, adopting ten routine resolutions and an ordinance updating the mobile‑home park rent‑stabilization program. It then adopted Ordinance No. 2907, which amends the Downtown Housing and Economic Opportunity Overlay to restore a floor‑area ratio of 2.5. The council also introduced Ordinance No. 2910 to create a Public Safety Advisory Committee and related chapters on police oversight. Finally, it approved three resolutions responding to recent Sonoma County Civil Grand Jury reports.

• Adopted Consent Calendar items #1‑10, including ten resolutions and Ordinance No. 2909 (7‑0 vote)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2907 N.C.S. amending downtown housing overlay (6‑0 vote)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 2910 N.C.S. to codify civilian public safety oversight (7‑0 vote)
• Approved Resolutions No. 2025‑131, 2025‑132, and 2025‑133 responding to Sonoma County Civil Grand Jury reports (7‑0 vote)

Airport Commission Meeting

The Airport Commission will meet to approve minutes from June 5, 2025, and receive updates from the City Council and ad hoc subcommittees. The Airport Manager will provide reports on financial and operational status, including specific facility projects.

• Hangar 2L repair status
• Hangar 18C door replacement status
• Taxiway A closure summary
• Sheep grazing cost comparison versus other methods
• Commercial hangar rental process

The commission approved the May 1, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved Airport Commission Resolution 2025‑01, which amends Title 16 of the Petaluma Municipal Code, and will forward the resolution to the City Council for a first reading at the July meeting. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved May 1, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved Resolution 2025‑01 amending Title 16 of the municipal code; to be sent to City Council for first reading in July

Pedestrian & Bicycle Advisory Committee Meeting

The Pedestrian & Bicycle Advisory Committee will first approve the minutes from its August 6, 2025 meeting. It will then hold breakout discussions and receive reports on three topics: bike‑friendly businesses, street & trail design standards, and wayfinding. The meeting also includes a general public comment period.

• Approval of minutes for the August 6, 2025 meeting
• Ad Hoc Committee breakout discussion – Bike‑Friendly Businesses
• Ad Hoc Committee breakout discussion – Street & Trail Design Standards
• Ad Hoc Committee breakout discussion – Wayfinding

The Pedestrian & Bicycle Advisory Committee approved the minutes from its August 6, 2025 meeting. No other actions were taken; the committee reported on breakout discussions and noted an upcoming Active Transportation Plan presentation at the City Council meeting on September 15, 2025.

• Approved August 6, 2025 meeting minutes

Planning Commission Meeting

The Petaluma Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to recommend amending Ordinance No. 2900 N.C.S. and restoring the floor area ratio to 2.5 in the Downtown Housing and Economic Opportunity Overlay. The meeting also includes a presentation on city housing programs, approval of minutes from five prior meetings, and an administrative action to appoint commissioners to the Tree Advisory Committee liaison roles. General public comment will be accepted before the agenda items are addressed.

• Presentation on community services and housing programs by Housing and Planning staff (document published Aug. 22, 2025)
• Approval of minutes for meetings on 03‑25‑2025, 04‑08‑2025, 07‑08‑2025, 07‑22‑2025, and 03‑25‑2025
• Public hearing recommendation to adopt an ordinance amending Ordinance No. 2900 N.C.S. to restore FAR to 2.5 in the Downtown Housing and Economic Opportunity Overlay
• Administrative action: nomination/reappointment of Planning Commissioners to liaison roles on the Tree Advisory Committee
• General public comment period (up to three minutes per speaker, total no more than twenty minutes)

The commission approved the resolution to amend Ordinance No. 2900, restoring the downtown housing and economic opportunity overlay floor area ratio to 2.5. The commission also appointed Commissioner Schildt to the Tree Advisory Committee with a 6‑0 vote. Minutes for March 25, July 8, and July 22, 2025 were approved as presented, while a date‑change amendment for the April 8 minutes was postponed due to lack of quorum.

• Approved March 25, 2025 minutes as presented (unanimous)
• Postponed approval of April 8, 2025 minutes amendment (no quorum)
• Approved July 8, 2025 minutes as presented (unanimous)
• Approved July 22, 2025 minutes as presented (unanimous)
• Appointed Commissioner Schildt to Tree Advisory Committee (6‑0)
• Approved resolution amending Ordinance No. 2900 to restore FAR to 2.5 (5‑0)

Tree Advisory Committee Meeting

The committee will swear in newly appointed members Diane Gentile and Stephanie Sanchez, approve the minutes from the May 21, 2025 meeting, and hold a public comment period. A presentation on the Urban Forest Management Plan will be received, reviewed, and discussed, including recent canopy cover analysis and potential tree‑planting areas. The committee will gather input from the public and staff on these topics.

• Swearing‑in of newly appointed members Diane Gentile and Stephanie Sanchez
• Approval of minutes for the May 21, 2025 meeting
• Presentation and discussion of the Urban Forest Management Plan (UFMP) – canopy cover analysis and tree‑planting potential
• General public comment period (up to three minutes per speaker)
• Public comment by Carolyn Lacerra, ReLeaf

The Tree Advisory Committee swore in newly appointed members Diane Gentile and Stephanie Sanchez. The committee approved the minutes from the May 21, 2025 meeting. No other actions or votes were recorded.

• Swore in new members Diane Gentile and Stephanie Sanchez
• Approved minutes of May 21, 2025 meeting

Transit Advisory Committee Meeting

The Transit Advisory Committee will hold its regular meeting and hear public comments. It will approve the minutes from the July 15, 2025 meeting and consider a recommendation to file a Federal Transit Administration Section 5310 funding application with the California Department of Transportation. The committee will also recommend a resolution to purchase five battery‑electric cutaway transit buses from Model1.

• Presentation on shopping carts and buggies aboard Petaluma Transit buses – continued
• Presentation on the LumaGo Pilot program
• Approval of minutes for the July 15, 2025 meeting
• Recommendation to file an application for Federal Transit Administration Section 5310 funding with the California Department of Transportation
• Recommendation to adopt a resolution authorizing the purchase of five battery‑electric cutaway transit buses from Model1

The committee approved the July 15, 2025 meeting minutes. It recommended that the City Council file a Federal Transit Administration Section 5310 funding application. It also recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution to purchase five battery‑electric cutaway transit buses. Both recommendations were carried with a 6‑0‑1 vote.

• Approved July 15, 2025 meeting minutes (accepted)
• Recommended City Council file FTA Section 5310 federal funding application – motion carried 6‑0‑1 (Yes: Abrams, Alden, Culross, Fruchey, Quint, Vazquez‑Izaguirre; Absent: Tarr)
• Recommended City Council adopt resolution to purchase five battery‑electric cutaway buses – motion carried 6‑0‑1 (Yes: Abrams, Alden, Culross, Fruchey, Quint, Vazquez‑Izaguirre; Absent: Tarr)
• Postponed LumaGo pilot program presentation to the next TAC meeting

Climate Action Commission Meeting

The Climate Action Commission will hold its regular meeting on August 14, 2025. Commissioners will approve the minutes from the July 10, 2025 meeting and will review reports from the ad hoc subcommittee, considering how the commission should be structured and what activities to pursue. The meeting also includes a public comment period where residents may speak for up to three minutes each.

• Approval of minutes for the July 10, 2025 meeting
• Public comment period (up to three minutes per speaker)
• Review of ad hoc subcommittee reports
• Consideration of future commission structure and activities

The commission voted 8-0 to create two new Ad Hoc groups focused on carbon sequestration and electric vehicles, with the option to add a third. It also approved a motion to submit Ad Hoc summaries to the City Council, passing unanimously. Additionally, the minutes from the July 10, 2025 meeting were approved as presented.

• Approved two new Ad Hoc groups on carbon sequestration and EVs (8-0)
• Approved motion to submit Ad Hoc summaries to Council (8-0)
• Approved minutes for 7.10.25 meeting (approved as presented)

Senior Advisory Committee Meeting

The Senior Advisory Committee will review the proposed revitalization of the Petaluma Senior Center parking lot and driveway. Members will also discuss updates on various senior health and social goals, including mental health and intergenerational connections.

• Presentation on Petaluma Senior Center parking lot and driveway revitalization
• Approval of July 10, 2025 committee minutes
• Discussion of Senior Center needs and social activities
• Review of Women's Health Needs Assessment
• Update on proposed Public Restroom construction at Water Street

Pedestrian & Bicycle Advisory Committee Meeting

The Pedestrian & Bicycle Advisory Committee will meet to swear in a new member and select leadership for the upcoming term. The agenda includes approving previous meeting minutes and discussing ad hoc committees.

• Swear in newly appointed member David Felix
• Appoint Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of minutes for July 2, 2025
• Discuss Ad Hoc Committees

The committee swore in newly appointed member David Felix. Members voted 6‑0‑3 to appoint Balshaw as Chair and Yeager as Vice Chair. The meeting minutes from July 2, 2025 were approved as presented. No other actions were taken.

• Swore in newly appointed member David Felix
• Appointed Balshaw as Chair (vote 6-0-3)
• Appointed Yeager as Vice Chair (vote 6-0-3)
• Approved minutes for July 2, 2025 as presented

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING AND PLANNING COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING

The Petaluma City Council and Planning Commission will hold a joint workshop to review design concepts for the Petaluma Public Safety Facility Project. The council will consider a consent calendar that includes several contract awards, a large synthetic‑turf purchase, and an ordinance amendment to the Mobilehome Park Space Rent Stabilization Program. Additional items include a public‑military equipment use report and a resolution to amend impact‑fee loan provisions for affordable housing projects.

• Recommendation to receive staff presentation on design concepts for the Petaluma Public Safety Facility Project (C11202431)
• Resolution awarding Wetlands Mitigation and Bioretention contract (Phase One) for the Petaluma Community Baseball Field to Wildcat Engineering
• Resolution authorizing award of Phase One Transit Fleet Charging Infrastructure contract to Mike Brown Electric, Inc.
• Resolution authorizing purchase of synthetic turf materials from FieldTurf USA, Inc. for the Lucchesi Turf Field Replacement Project (C14502008) in the amount of $722,848
• Introduction (First Reading) of an ordinance amending Chapter 6.50 of the Municipal Code – Mobilehome Park Space Rent Stabilization Program

The Council approved a series of contract awards and purchases, including a $722,848 synthetic turf contract, and adopted the mobilehome park rent‑stabilization ordinance along with an accompanying urgency ordinance. All items on the consent calendar except one were adopted unanimously (7‑0). The synthetic turf resolution passed 5‑2. Additional resolutions related to affordable‑housing grant amendments, impact‑fee loan options, and a military equipment use report were also adopted unanimously.

• Adopted Consent Calendar items #1‑5, #7‑9 (contract awards for wetlands mitigation, transit fleet charging, airport hangar repair, skid‑steer and wood‑chipper purchases) – vote 7‑0
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑119 authorizing $722,848 synthetic turf purchase – vote 5‑2
• Adopted Urgency Ordinance No. 2908 for mobilehome park rent‑stabilization – vote 7‑0
• Introduced Ordinance No. 2909 to amend mobilehome park rent‑stabilization provisions – vote 7‑0
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑120 approving FY24‑25 military equipment use report – vote 7‑0
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑121 authorizing amendment of AHSC grant agreements for Meridian affordable‑housing project – vote 7‑0
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑122 amending impact‑fee resolutions to provide loan option for affordable‑housing – vote 7‑0
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑123 establishing loan option for payment of impact fees for certain affordable‑housing projects – vote 7‑0

Public Art Committee Meeting

The Public Art Committee will swear in new members and elect a Chair and Vice Chair for 2025-2026. The body will also discuss a new mural at the Kenilworth Teen Center and the organization of ad hoc subcommittees.

• Officer elections for Chair and Vice Chair
• Scent Me Back mural by MJ Lindo Lawyer and Joshua Lawyer at the Kenilworth Teen Center
• Place-Making Through Public Art survey exhibit at the Petaluma Art Center
• Discussion on ad hoc subcommittee roles, appointments, and establishment
• Oath of Office for Cody Chisholm and Breanna Weaver

The Public Art Committee elected Anne Digges as Chair and Cheryl Coldiron as Vice Chair, each by a 4‑0 vote. The committee also approved the minutes from the January 23, 2025 meeting without amendment. No other actions were decided during the meeting.

• Anne Digges elected Chair (4-0)
• Cheryl Coldiron elected Vice Chair (4-0)
• Approved minutes of Jan 23, 2025 (unanimous)

Public Safety Advisory Committee Meeting

The committee will approve the minutes from its June 25, 2025 meeting. It will hear a presentation of public alerts and media releases. Members will discuss the PSAC annual report input and the long‑range calendar. The meeting also includes a monthly statistics chart and a period for general public comment.

• Approval of Minutes for the meeting of June 25, 2025
• Presentation of Public Alerts and Media Releases
• PSAC Annual Report Committee Member Input
• PSAC Long Range Calendar
• Public Safety Advisory Committee Monthly Stats Chart

Planning Commission Meeting

The Commission will approve the minutes from its March 11, 2025 meeting. It will hold a public hearing on a resolution to amend Ordinance No. 2900 N.C.S., restoring the floor‑area ratio to 2.5 in the Downtown Housing and Economic Opportunity Overlay to align with the General Plan. A second public hearing will consider a resolution approving the site plan, architectural review, a tree‑removal permit, and a lot‑line adjustment for the Sid Commons project, a 180‑unit multifamily development at 18 Bernice Court and 0 Graylawn Avenue. The agenda also includes an administrative action to nominate or reappoint Planning Commissioners to liaison roles on the Pedestrian & Bicycle Advisory Committee and the Tree Advisory Committee.

• Public hearing on resolution to amend Ordinance No. 2900 N.C.S. to restore FAR to 2.5 in the Downtown Housing and Economic Opportunity Overlay (Table 5.2, Section 5.070(D) of IZO).
• Public hearing on resolution approving site plan, architectural review, tree removal permit, and lot line adjustment for the Sid Commons Project, a 180‑unit multifamily development at 18 Bernice Court and 0 Graylawn Avenue (APNs 019‑010‑006 and 019‑010‑009).
• Approval of minutes for the March 11, 2025 Planning Commission meeting.
• Administrative action to nominate/reappoint Planning Commissioners to liaison roles on the Pedestrian & Bicycle Advisory Committee and the Tree Advisory Committee.

The commission approved the site plan, architectural review, tree removal permit, and lot line adjustment for the Sid Commons 180‑unit development at 18 Bernice Court and 0 Graylawn Avenue with a 7‑0 vote. The minutes from the March 11, 2025 meeting were approved as written. Consideration of a downtown housing overlay amendment was postponed to the August 26, 2025 meeting. Commissioner Goldman was appointed to the Pedestrian & Bicycle Advisory Committee.

• Approved Sid Commons site plan, tree removal permit, and lot line adjustment (7-0)
• Approved minutes for March 11, 2025 meeting
• Postponed downtown housing overlay amendment hearing to Aug 26, 2025
• Appointed Commissioner Goldman to Pedestrian & Bicycle Advisory Committee

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING

The Petaluma City Council will vote on a resolution to levy an annual special tax for the Riverfront Community Facilities District for fiscal year 2025/26. The meeting also includes a consent calendar, several project and policy resolutions, and a public hearing on a downtown housing overlay amendment. A closed‑session item will address potential litigation exposure. A presentation from Marin Municipal Water District is scheduled.

• Resolution adopting the levy of the annual special tax for the Riverfront Community Facilities District, FY 2025/26
• Resolution accepting completion of the Shollenberger Outdoor Classroom & Kiosk Improvements project (C14502012) by Precision Excavating and Grading, Inc.
• Resolution adopting the Petaluma Transit Advertising Policy
• Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute Cooperative Funding Agreement No. G70401E1 for the Lynch Creek Trail Improvements Project
• Adoption (second reading) of Ordinance No. 2905 amending Title 16 of the Municipal Code (Airport and Aircraft regulations)

The City Council approved the Consent Calendar, adopting multiple routine items including the Shollenberger Outdoor Classroom completion and the Petaluma Transit Advertising Policy. The Council also adopted Urgency Ordinance No. 2906, which amends the Downtown Housing and Economic Opportunity Overlay to restore the floor‑area ratio to 2.5. Additionally, the Council introduced Ordinance No. 2907 and adopted Resolution No. 2025‑112 to allow staff to submit priority projects to the Sonoma County Transportation and Climate Authorities funding program.

• Adopted Consent Calendar items #1,2,4‑8,10,11 (vote 7‑0)
• Adopted Consent Calendar item #3 (vote 6‑0, Councilmember Shribbs recused)
• Adopted Consent Calendar item #9 (vote 6‑0, Vice‑Mayor Nau recused)
• Adopted Urgency Ordinance No. 2906 restoring downtown FAR to 2.5 (vote 6‑0, Councilmember DeCarli recused)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 2907 (vote 5‑1, Councilmember DeCarli recused)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑112 authorizing staff to submit priority projects to SCTCA (vote 6‑1)

Recreation, Music & Parks Commission Meeting

The Commission will elect a Chair and Vice Chair to serve until June 30, 2026. Members will also review and approve annual liaison and park facility assignments for 2025-2026. Additionally, staff will provide an update on summer recreational programming and special events.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of 2025-2026 Committee, Commission, Board, and Park Assignments
• 2025 Summer Recreational Programming and Special Events Update
• Approval of May 21, 2025 meeting minutes

The commission approved adding a recognition of former member Megan Kelly to the agenda. Minutes from the May 21, 2025 meeting were approved. Commissioners elected Marianne Bertuccelli as Chair (6‑0) and Cody Chisham as Vice Chair (5‑0, Chisham abstained). The 2025‑2026 committee, commission, board and park assignments were approved (6‑0).

• Added recognition of former member Megan Kelly to agenda (approved)
• Approved minutes of May 21, 2025 meeting (deemed approved)
• Elected Marianne Bertuccelli as Chair (vote 6‑0)
• Elected Cody Chisham as Vice Chair (vote 5‑0, abstained: Chisham)
• Approved 2025‑2026 committee, commission, board and park assignments (vote 6‑0)

Transit Advisory Committee Meeting

The Transit Advisory Committee will consider recommendations for the City Council regarding SCTCA funding projects and a new transit advertising policy. The meeting also includes presentations on bus stop ADA improvements and the MASCOTS plan.

• Recommendation for SCTCA Funding Program Cycle 2 priority projects
• Recommendation to adopt the Petaluma Transit Advertising Policy
• Presentation on Bus Stop ADA Assessment and Improvements
• Presentation on Marin-Sonoma Coordinated Transit Service (MASCOTS) Plan
• Presentation on Petaluma Transit shopping cart and stroller policy

Climate Action Commission Meeting

The Climate Action Commission will discuss a draft ordinance regarding single-use food ware. The body will also select its Chair and Vice Chair for Fiscal Year 25/26 and discuss the composition of subcommittees.

• Consideration of a Draft Single-Use Food Ware Ordinance
• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair for Fiscal Year 25/26
• Discussion on Ad Hoc Continuation and Future Composition of Subcommittees
• Monthly update from Cool Petaluma

The commission approved the minutes from the June 12, 2025 meeting. Commissioners voted 5‑0 to keep Atchley as Chair and make Garti Vice Chair for FY 25/26. A 4‑1 vote approved a motion directing city staff to conduct outreach on the draft Single‑Use Food Ware Ordinance, consult with the commission’s chair and co‑chair, and return the ordinance for discussion at the November meeting.

• Approved June 12, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Atchley retained as Chair and Garti appointed Vice Chair (5‑0)
• City staff to perform outreach on draft Single‑Use Food Ware Ordinance, consult with CAC chair/co‑chair, and bring ordinance back for November discussion (4‑1)

Senior Advisory Committee Meeting

The committee will swear in new members, approve June 12 minutes, and vote to nominate and elect a chair and secretary. Members will receive an update on the 2025‑2026 SAC Strategy Plan and hear reports from several Ad Hoc committees on senior services and outreach.

• Swearing‑in of new SAC members by City Clerk Caitlin Corey
• Approval of minutes from the June 12, 2025 meeting
• Nomination and election of officers – Chair and Secretary
• Chair report introducing the SAC Strategy Plan for 2025‑2026
• Ad Hoc committee updates on social activities, health, information access, infrastructure, and intergenerational connections

The Senior Advisory Committee approved the March meeting minutes as distributed. New council members Bob Bailey and Kathy Meyers were sworn in by Caitlin. No other business or decisions were taken at the meeting.

• Approved March meeting minutes (no vote tally provided)
• Bob Bailey and Kathy Meyers sworn in

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will receive a presentation on the Sixth Cycle Housing Element's 2024 Annual Progress Report. The body will also hold a workshop on the public planning process and appoint its officers.

• Sixth Cycle Housing Element: 2024 Annual Progress Report presentation
• Officer nominations and appointment of Chair, Vice Chair, and 2 Vice Chair
• Workshop on Commission roles, responsibilities, and the public planning process
• Introduction of The Planning Commissioner Handbook

The commission voted to appoint Commissioner Jessica Mozes as Chair, with a 6‑0 vote and one abstention. Commissioner Darren Newell was appointed Vice Chair by a unanimous 7‑0 vote. Commissioner Brian Goldman was appointed 2nd Vice Chair by a unanimous 7‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Appointed Chair (Commissioner Jessica Mozes) – vote 6-0, 1 abstain
• Appointed Vice Chair (Commissioner Darren Newell) – vote 7-0
• Appointed 2nd Vice Chair (Commissioner Brian Goldman) – vote 7-0

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING

The Petaluma City Council will consider a consent calendar that includes approval of recent meeting minutes and several contract awards. Items include a contract for the Rainier Avenue water service replacement and urban recycled water system expansion, a contract for a temporary fire station and related paving, and a resolution to seek Regional Measure 3 transit‑facility electrification funding. Additional resolutions cover the swim‑center pool replastering project, purchase of heart monitors, and other infrastructure matters.

• Resolution accepting completion of the Swim Center Pool Replastering Project (C14502320) by Burkett’s Pool Plastering, Inc.
• Resolution authorizing award of contract to Team Ghilotti, Inc. for Rainier Avenue Water Service Replacement (C67502536) and Urban Recycled Water System Expansion (C66402554)
• Resolution awarding contract to Arntz Builders, Inc. for the Temporary Fire Station Project (C11502435) and onsite asphalt paving at Fire Station 2 (C11501911)
• Resolution authorizing filing of an application with the Metropolitan Transportation Commission for Regional Measure 3 transit‑facility electrification funds
• Resolution authorizing purchase of two heart monitors and associated equipment from ZOLL Medical Corporation

The Petaluma City Council adopted a consent calendar covering numerous prior meeting minutes and contract approvals. It approved a resolution supporting the Eel‑Russian water project authority. Additional resolutions were adopted for landscape assessment district funding, hazardous vegetation abatement, and an airport code amendment.

• Adopted Consent Calendar items #1‑5, #7, #10‑11 (7‑0)
• Adopted Consent Calendar items #6 and #8 (6‑0, Cader Thompson recused)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025‑095 supporting the Eel‑Russian water project (6‑1)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑096 ordering levy and collection of assessments in Landscape Assessment Districts (7‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑102 ordering abatement of hazardous vegetation (7‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑103 authorizing fire‑department contract for vegetation abatement (6‑0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2905 amending airport code provisions (7‑0)

Pedestrian & Bicycle Advisory Committee Meeting

The Pedestrian & Bicycle Advisory Committee will appoint a Chair and Vice Chair, approve the May 7, 2025 meeting minutes, and review and provide feedback on priority projects for the Sonoma County Transportation and Climate Authorities Funding Program Cycle 2 Call for Projects. The committee will also discuss the formation of ad hoc committees and accept public comments limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Approval of minutes for the May 7, 2025 meeting
• Review and provide feedback on priority projects for the Sonoma County Transportation and Climate Authorities Funding Program Cycle 2 Call for Projects
• Discussion of ad hoc committees
• General public comment (up to three minutes per person)
• Appointment of a Chair and Vice Chair

The committee approved the minutes from the May 7, 2025 meeting. A motion to defer appointing a Chair and Vice Chair to the next meeting was carried unanimously (5-0-4). A second motion to defer discussion of ad hoc committees to the next meeting also carried unanimously (5-0-4). Staff provided updates on transportation projects but no further actions were taken.

• Approved May 7, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Postponed appointment of Chair and Vice Chair to next meeting (5-0-4)
• Postponed discussion of Ad Hoc Committees to next meeting (5-0-4)

Historic & Cultural Preservation Committee Meeting

The Historic & Cultural Preservation Committee will conduct a workshop to review its composition, role, and regulatory environment. The meeting also includes the swearing-in of new members and the appointment of committee officers.

• Oath of office for Ally Squirrell and Julia McMichael
• Appointment of Chair, Vice Chair, and Second Vice Chair
• Workshop on HCPC role, state compliances, and local historic resources review process

The Historic & Cultural Preservation Committee voted to fill its officer positions. Samantha Barclay‑Saxon was elected Chair with a 3‑0 vote. Ally Squirrell was elected Vice Chair and Julia McMichael was elected Second Vice Chair, each also approved 3‑0.

• Elected Samantha Barclay‑Saxon as Chair (vote 3‑0)
• Elected Ally Squirrell as Vice Chair (vote 3‑0)
• Elected Julia McMichael as Second Vice Chair (vote 3‑0)

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA SPECIAL MEETING

The City Council and PCDSA will hold a closed‑session conference with legal counsel to consider initiating litigation as a plaintiff city in a federal case challenging federal funding conditions. Public comment will be allowed on the closed‑session items before the council votes. The meeting also includes procedural items about the pilot hybrid meeting format.

• Closed‑session conference with legal counsel on joining pending federal litigation (Case No. 2:25‑cv‑00814‑BJR)
• Public comment on closed‑session items before vote
• Pilot hybrid meeting format (in‑person and virtual participation details)
• Decorum and animal policy reminders for attendees

In a closed‑session meeting, the council considered whether to join the pending federal case Martin Luther King, Jr. County et al v. Sott Turner et al (Case No. 2:25‑cv‑00814‑BJR). After public comment, the council voted unanimously to direct the city to join the litigation as a plaintiff. The decision was recorded by City Attorney Eric Danly.

• Joined pending federal litigation as plaintiff (unanimous vote)

Public Safety Advisory Committee Meeting

The Public Safety Advisory Committee will approve minutes from the May 28 meeting and discuss the Petaluma Police Department's Annual Military Equipment Use Report (AB481). Members will also provide input on the committee's annual report, long‑range calendar, and monthly statistics chart. The meeting includes a general public comment period limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Approval of minutes for the May 28, 2025 meeting
• Review of the Petaluma Police Department Annual Military Equipment Use Report (AB481)
• Committee member input on the PSAC Annual Report
• Discussion of the PSAC Long Range Calendar
• Presentation of the Public Safety Advisory Committee Monthly Stats Chart

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING

The City Council and Petaluma Community Development Successor Agency will consider the 2025-26 budget and various infrastructure contracts. The meeting includes a workshop to discuss land use designations for the Draft General Plan.

• Second reading of FY 2025-26 Budget Appropriations Ordinance
• Contract award to MV Transportation, Inc. for Petaluma Transit operations
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 2903 regarding CAL FIRE Fire Hazard Severity Zones
• Contract for Jefferson Street Emergency Sewer Main Replacement by K.J. Woods Construction, Inc.
• Workshop on land use designations and alternatives for the Draft General Plan

The Council adopted Ordinance No. 2903 establishing fire hazard severity zones and reaffirmed the 2007 Wildland‑Urban Interface map. It also adopted Ordinance No. 2904 appropriating funds for the FY 2025‑26 operating and capital improvement budget. The Council approved Resolution No. 2025‑075 to accept a Metropolitan Transportation Commission grant for the downtown SMART priority area, and approved the consent calendar items and numerous committee appointments. A motion to extend the meeting past 11:00 p.m. was also carried.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2903 (Fire Hazard Severity Zones) (vote carried 7‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2904 (FY 2025‑26 budget appropriation) (vote carried 7‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑075 (MTC TOC grant) (vote carried 6‑1)
• Adopted Consent Calendar items #1‑14, #16‑17 (vote carried 7‑0)
• Appointed 38 individuals to city committees and commissions (vote carried 7‑0)
• Approved motion to continue meeting past 11:00 p.m. (vote carried 7‑0)

Senior Advisory Committee Meeting

The Senior Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes from May 8, 2025, and review reports on senior social activities, health initiatives, and intergenerational connections. The meeting will also include a review of the City's decorum policy.

• Approval of May 8, 2025, meeting minutes
• Review of decorum and order policy for public meetings
• Report on enhancing social activities for seniors
• Report on improving senior physical and mental health
• Report on fostering intergenerational connections

The committee approved the March meeting minutes as distributed. Members also approved the SAC Strategic Plan, goals, and responsibilities after a motion by Gabriela and a second by Cheryl. No other business was taken up.

• Approved March meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved SAC Strategic Plan, goals, and responsibilities (motion by Gabriela, seconded by Cheryl)

Climate Action Commission Meeting

The Climate Action Commission will approve minutes from the April 10 meeting and hold a general public comment period. The main agenda item is a discussion of subcommittee meetings, breakout discussions, and reporting on resource consumption, buildings and clean energy, and green infrastructure, as well as future subcommittee composition. No specific contracts, rezoning, or ordinance actions are listed.

• Approval of minutes for the April 10, 2025 meeting
• General public comment (up to 20 minutes total)
• Discussion of subcommittee meetings and breakout discussions on resource consumption, buildings and clean energy, and green infrastructure
• Consideration of future composition of subcommittees

The Climate Action Commission voted to approve the minutes of its April 10, 2025 meeting. Commissioners discussed progress reports from four Ad Hoc subcommittees and considered options to restructure or refocus them, but deferred any changes to the next meeting. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved minutes for the April 10, 2025 meeting (as presented)

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA SPECIAL MEETING

The City Council and Petaluma Community Development Successor Agency will hold a special meeting focused on a closed session. The body will seek direction on whether to intervene as a plaintiff in federal Case Number 25-CV-01350-WHO regarding federal immigration policy enforcement.

• Discussion on joining federal litigation Case Number 25-CV-01350-WHO

The City Council directed Petaluma to join as a plaintiff in the federal case City and County of San Francisco et al. v. Donald J. Trump et al (case no. 3:17-cv-00485-WHO). The vote was 5‑1, with Councilmember DeCarli opposed and Councilmember Barnacle absent. No other actions were taken.

• Joined as plaintiff in federal litigation City and County of San Francisco v. Trump (5-1)

Airport Commission Meeting

The Petaluma Airport Commission will approve minutes from the May 1, 2025 meeting and hear public comments. The main agenda item is the introduction of Airport Commission Resolution 2025‑01, which would amend Title 16 of the municipal code covering airport and aircraft regulations. The meeting will also include a council update, ad‑hoc subcommittee updates, and a report from the Airport Manager.

• Approval of minutes for the May 1, 2025 meeting
• Introduction of Resolution 2025‑01 to amend Title 16 (chapters 16.04, 16.06, 16.08, 16.12, 16.16, 16.20, 16.24, 16.28, 16.32) of the Municipal Code
• Council update
• Ad‑hoc subcommittee updates
• Airport Manager report

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING

The Petaluma City Council will consider a consent calendar of multiple resolutions, including a purchase of a Beam Solar Arc EV charging system for $103,362.79. It will also adopt new living‑wage rates of $19.41 with benefits and $21.75 without benefits for fiscal year 2025‑2026. Additional items include a fire‑hazard severity zones ordinance, a lease amendment for Rooster Run Golf Course, and acceptance of a transit‑oriented communities grant.

• Resolution authorizing purchase of one Beam Solar Arc EV charging system for $103,362.79
• Resolution approving living‑wage rate adjustments to $19.41/hr (with benefits) and $21.75/hr (without benefits)
• Resolution adopting an ordinance for fire‑hazard severity zones per CAL FIRE
• Resolution of first amendment to the lease with Rooster Run Golf Course addressing wetlands and pest‑management plans
• Resolution accepting the Transit‑Oriented Communities planning and implementation grant from MTC

The City Council unanimously authorized a $650,000 settlement to resolve a pending lawsuit. It adopted the consent calendar items, a living‑wage rate adjustment, an EV‑charging system purchase, a letter of support for an agricultural preservation project, a fire‑hazard zone ordinance, and the FY 2025‑26 budget. All items were approved by recorded votes.

• Approved $650,000 settlement to resolve litigation (unanimous)
• Adopted Consent Calendar items #1‑7, #9‑10 (7‑0)
• Approved living‑wage rate adjustments (7‑0)
• Authorized purchase of One Beam Solar EV charging system for $103,362.79 (6‑1)
• Approved letter of support for Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation project (4‑3)
• Adopted fire‑hazard severity zones ordinance (7‑0)
• Approved FY 2025‑26 budget and related appropriations (7‑0)

Public Safety Advisory Committee Meeting

The committee will consider approval of the minutes from its April 23, 2025 meeting. It will hear a presentation of the PSAC annual report and member input. Staff will present a long‑range calendar and the monthly public‑safety statistics chart.

• Approval of minutes for the April 23, 2025 meeting
• PSAC Annual Report Committee Member Input Presentation
• Staff presentation of Long Range Calendar
• Public Safety Advisory Committee Monthly Stats Chart

Tree Advisory Committee Meeting

The Tree Advisory Committee will meet to discuss and potentially take action on improving access to tree-related informational resources. The body will also review minutes from the April 16, 2025 meeting.

• Discussion and possible action on Tree Resource Mapping and Outreach Materials
• Approval of April 16, 2025 meeting minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the April 16, 2025 meeting. Members discussed a tree resource mapping and outreach materials project, but no action was taken. No votes or other decisions were recorded.

• Approved minutes for April 16, 2025

Recreation, Music & Parks Commission Meeting

The Recreation, Music & Parks Commission will hear a presentation on the proposed fiscal year 2025‑2026 operational budget and capital project investments for parks and recreation. Commissioners will then approve the minutes from the April 16, 2025 meeting and accept public comments. No decisions on contracts or rezoning are listed.

• Presentation on FY 2025‑2026 Parks and Recreation Operational Budgets and Capital Parks Project Investments
• Approval of minutes from the April 16, 2025 meeting
• General public comment period (up to three minutes per speaker, total 20 minutes)
• Park tours of Pickleball Courts (175 Fairgrounds Drive), Shollenberger Outdoor Classroom (1400 Cader Lane), and Eagle Park (550 Almanor Lane) before the regular meeting

The Recreation, Music & Parks Commission approved the minutes from the April 16, 2025 meeting. No other substantive actions or votes were recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 8:36 pm.

• Approved minutes for April 16, 2025

Transit Advisory Committee Meeting

The Petaluma Transit Advisory Committee will discuss and recommend a resolution adopting the 2025 Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program and goal for Petaluma Transit. It will also recommend awarding a contract to MV Transportation, Inc. for operations and maintenance of Petaluma Transit services. The meeting includes a Transit Manager report and a period for general public comment.

• Discussion and recommendation of a resolution adopting the 2025 DBE program and goal for Petaluma Transit
• Recommendation to award a contract to MV Transportation, Inc. for operations and maintenance of Petaluma Transit services
• Transit Manager report
• General public comment (up to three minutes per speaker)
• Approval of minutes

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING

The City Council and PCDSA will consider funding appropriations for homeless services programs for FY 2025-26 and FY 26-27. The body will also review the 2024 Annual Housing Element Progress Report and receive updates on the Trestle Rehabilitation Project.

• Funding appropriations for FY 2025-26 and FY 26-27 Housing and Community Service Homeless Services Programs
• Final Subdivision Map for Riverscape Town Home Project at 500 Hopper Street
• Ordinance No. 2902 N.C.S. regarding easement dedication at 0 Bautista Way
• Proposed project list for FY 25/26 funded by SB 1 Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017
• Update on Trestle Rehabilitation Project (C16502022) design alternatives

The City Council adopted a series of resolutions and ordinances, including approval of the final subdivision map for the Riverscape Town Home Subdivision and an easement dedication at the Riverfront Development. It also approved the FY 2025‑26 and FY 26‑27 funding appropriations for the city's Housing and Community Service Homeless Services Programs. Additional actions included appointing the city treasurer, adopting a decorum policy for public meetings, and supporting SB 749 for mobile‑home park preservation. All items were approved by votes ranging from 5‑1 to unanimous 6‑0.

• Approved final subdivision map for Riverscape Town Home Subdivision (500 Hopper St) – carried 6-0
• Approved easement dedication for Riverfront Development Caulfield Extension (0 Bautista Way) – carried 6-0
• Approved FY 2025-26 project list funded by SB 1 Road Repair Act – carried 6-0
• Approved funding appropriations for FY 2025-26 & FY 26-27 Homeless Services Programs – carried 6-0
• Adopted City of Petaluma Decorum and Order Policy for Public Meetings – carried 5-1
• Consented to appointment of Corey Garberolio as City Treasurer and delegated investment authority – carried 6-0
• Appointed ABAG Executive Board seats (Frank Quint primary, Stephen Zollman alternate) – carried 6-0
• Moved meeting past 11:00 p.m. – carried 6-0

General Plan Advisory Committee Meeting

The General Plan Advisory Committee will present the structure and features of the updated General Plan in both print and online formats. Members will solicit public comments on these materials, limited to three minutes per speaker. The meeting will conclude with committee comments and adjournment.

• Presentation on General Plan structure and features: print and online
• General public comment period (up to 3 minutes per speaker)
• Committee comment and adjournment

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA SPECIAL MEETING

The special meeting will include a workshop to review the proposed Fiscal Year 2025‑2026 operating and capital budgets and the revised long‑term General Fund operating forecast. Council members will consider these financial plans before adjournment.

• Review Proposed Fiscal Year 25‑26 Operating Budget
• Review Proposed Fiscal Year 25‑26 Capital Budget
• Review Revised Long‑Term General Fund Operating Forecast

The council met on May 12, 2025, to review the proposed fiscal year 2025‑26 operating and capital budgets and the revised long‑term general fund operating forecast. Staff presented the budget materials, and public comment periods were held for the Capital Improvement Program and the General Fund Budget Overview. No motions, votes, or approvals were recorded before the meeting adjourned at 9:26 p.m.

Senior Advisory Committee Meeting

The Senior Advisory Committee will receive a report on the 'How to be Your Own Geriatrician' event from April 26. The body will also receive updates from seven ad hoc committees focused on senior social activities, health, infrastructure, and intergenerational connections.

• Chair report on Age Friendly Petaluma: How to be Your Own Geriatrician
• Update on Goal 1: Enhance Social Activities for Seniors
• Update on Goal 2: Improve Senior Physical Health and Well-being
• Update on Goal 3: Improve Senior Mental Health and Well-being
• Update on Goal 5: Advocate for Senior-Friendly Infrastructure

The committee approved the minutes from the April meeting, removing Bridget Mackay from the member list and correcting the spelling of Kris Rebillot’s name. A motion and second were made to approve the SAC Strategic Plan and Goals, and the motion carried. No other business was taken up.

• Approved April meeting minutes with changes (removed Bridget Mackay, corrected Kris Rebillot name)
• Approved SAC Strategic Plan and Goals

Pedestrian & Bicycle Advisory Committee Meeting

The Pedestrian & Bicycle Advisory Committee will meet to review received feedback and provide final comments on the Draft Active Transportation Plan. The committee will also consider the approval of minutes from the March 5, 2025 meeting.

• Final feedback on the Draft Active Transportation Plan
• Approval of March 5, 2025 meeting minutes

The Pedestrian & Bicycle Advisory Committee approved the minutes of its March 5, 2025 meeting as presented. The committee reviewed feedback on the draft Active Transportation Plan and discussed related topics, but no further actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved minutes for March 5, 2025 meeting (as presented)

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING

The City Council and Petaluma Community Development Successor Agency will review the draft FY 25-26 budget and discuss organizational sustainability. The body will also consider several transit funding applications and a residential density bonus agreement.

• Presentation of Draft FY 25-26 Budget Book
• Residential Density Bonus Agreement for 100% affordable project at 2 Rovina Lane
• Resolution to rename Center Park to Historic Chinatown Park
• Application for Low Carbon Transit Operations Program to purchase one zero-emission bus
• Easement dedication at Riverfront Development for Caulfield Extension at 0 Bautista Way

The council adopted Consent Calendar items 1‑7 and 9, covering landscape assessment fees, transit funding, a low‑carbon bus purchase, and sea‑level rise mapping (vote 7‑0). Councilmember DeCarli requested removal of item #8, which was taken off the agenda. The council approved a residential density bonus agreement for the 100% affordable development at 2 Rovina Lane (vote 6‑1). It also renamed Center Park to Historic Chinatown Park (7‑0) and introduced Ordinance 2902 for an easement dedication at 0 Bautista Way (7‑0).

• Adopted Consent Calendar items 1‑7 and 9 (7‑0)
• Removed item #8 from Consent Calendar per Councilmember DeCarli
• Approved Resolution 2025‑054 granting residential density bonus for 100% affordable project at 2 Rovina Lane (6‑1)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑055 renaming Center Park to Historic Chinatown Park (7‑0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2902 dedicating easement for Riverfront Development at 0 Bautista Way (first reading, 7‑0)

Airport Commission Meeting

The Airport Commission will review a draft revision of Petaluma Municipal Code Title 16, which covers airports and aircraft. The draft was previously reviewed by the Assistant City Attorney and the FAA Eastern Region Airports Division.

• Review of Petaluma Municipal Code Title 16 – 'Airport and Aircraft' Revision Draft
• Approval of April 3, 2025 meeting minutes

The commission approved the minutes from the April 3, 2025 meeting. A motion to continue changes to the Title 16 airport code revision was presented, but the record shows a 0‑0 vote with no affirmative or negative votes recorded. No other formal actions or votes were taken during the meeting.

• Approved April 3, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous approval)
• Motion to continue changes to Title 16 revision – no votes recorded

Public Safety Advisory Committee Meeting

The Public Safety Advisory Committee will review progress on the Petaluma Police Department's current strategic plan and discuss the upcoming 2026–2031 plan. The committee will also continue discussions on community engagement and outreach.

• Petaluma Police Department 2022–2025 Strategic Plan progress and 2026–2031 Strategic Plan discussion
• Community engagement and outreach discussion
• Review of Public Safety Advisory Committee monthly stats chart
• Approval of March 26, 2025 meeting minutes

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING

The Petaluma City Council and PCDSA will conduct a regular meeting with procedural items, proclamations and presentations. The council will consider several consent‑calendar resolutions, a workshop on the draft Active Transportation Plan, and a public hearing on the 2025‑2030 Draft Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Consolidated Plan. Additional resolutions address transportation funding, water service completion, landscape assessment levies, and downtown housing overlay changes.

• Resolution Approving a Request to the Metropolitan Transportation Commission for an Allocation of Transportation Development Act Article 3 Pedestrian and Bicycle Project Funding for Fiscal Year 2025‑26 for Citywide Active Transportation Wayfinding
• Resolution Accepting Completion of the Water Service Replacement FY 20/21‑FY 21/22 — Garfield Drive Project (C67502121) by Coastside Concrete & Construction, Inc. and Release of Retention
• Resolution Initiating Proceedings for the Annual Levy of Assessments and Ordering the Preparation of the Annual Engineer’s Report for Landscape Assessment Districts for Fiscal Year 2025‑2026
• Public Hearing to Present Findings and Receive Comments on the City’s 2025‑2030 Draft Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Consolidated Plan and adopt a resolution approving the plans
• Resolution to adopt Findings of Fact and the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program for the Downtown Housing & Economic Opportunity Overlay and adopt a General Plan Amendment to increase the maximum allowable Floor Area Ratio from 2.5 to up to 6.0 in Subarea A

The council approved the Consent Calendar, adopting four resolutions on active‑transportation wayfinding funding, water‑service replacement, annual levy assessments, and opposition to state bill SB 634, all by a 7‑0 vote. It then adopted Resolution 2025‑045 approving the 2025‑2030 Draft Community Development Block Grant plan with a 7‑0 vote. The council voted 6‑0 to allow the meeting to continue past 11:00 p.m. Finally, by a 5‑1 vote, the council adopted Resolution 2025‑046, Resolution 2025‑04, and Ordinance 2900, creating a Downtown Housing & Economic Opportunity Overlay and amending the zoning code.

• Adopted Consent Calendar items 1‑7, including Res 2025‑041‑044 (7‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑045 approving CDBG 2025‑2030 plan (7‑0)
• Approved continuation of meeting past 11:00 p.m. (6‑0)
• Adopted Res 2025‑046, Res 2025‑04, and Ordinance 2900 establishing downtown overlay (5‑1)

Measure U Oversight Committee Meeting

The Measure U Oversight Committee is meeting to approve a biannual report and a transmittal letter to the City Council. The committee will also review a mid-year update for Fiscal Year 2024-25 and a preliminary budget report for Fiscal Year 2025-26.

• Approval of Biannual Report for Fiscal Year ended June 30, 2024
• Fiscal Year 2024-25 Mid-Year Update
• Fiscal Year 2025-26 Preliminary Budget Report
• Approval of Transmittal Letter to City Council

The committee approved the minutes from the January 29, 2025 meeting. It approved the Measure U biannual report for fiscal year 2023‑24 with a 4‑0‑1 vote. It also authorized staff to submit a transmittal letter to City Council that requests a 25% reserve, passing 4‑0‑1.

• Approved Jan 29, 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• May 14, 2024 minutes remained draft; not formally approved
• Approved Measure U FY 2023‑24 biannual report (4-0-1)
• Approved transmittal letter to City Council with 25% reserve request (4-0-1)
• FY 2024‑25 mid-year update presented as information only (no action)
• No public comments were received
• Committee adjourned at 6:20 pm

Tree Advisory Committee Meeting

The Tree Advisory Committee will approve minutes from the March 19, 2025 meeting and hear updates from three ad hoc sub‑committees. The Arbor Day sub‑committee will discuss event details and seek approval to use the Merlone Geier Fund. The Street Tree sub‑committee will review a revised approved tree list and consider a study session. The Planning Design sub‑committee will discuss a nomination and vote on a change in membership.

• Approval of Minutes for the meeting of March 19, 2025
• Arbor Day Ad Hoc Sub‑Committee Progress Update – discuss event details and review/approve use of the Merlone Geier Fund
• Street Tree Ad Hoc Committee Progress Update – discuss potential study session to review and provide feedback on a revised approved tree list
• Planning Design Ad Hoc Sub Committee Update – discuss potential nomination and vote to approve a change in membership

The Tree Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the March 19, 2025 meeting. A motion to replace Member McErlane with Chair Racusen on the Ad Hoc committee passed unanimously (5‑0). The committee also approved the Ad Hoc to work with staff and move the project forward, also by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved March 19, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Replaced Member McErlane with Chair Racusen on the Ad Hoc committee (5‑0)
• Approved the Ad Hoc to work with staff and advance the project (5‑0)

Recreation, Music & Parks Commission Meeting

The Recreation, Music & Parks Commission will review the current playground replacement program. The body aims to provide input to help establish new evaluation criteria for prioritizing future playground projects.

• Discussion of the Playground Replacement Program and future prioritization criteria

The commission received a presentation on FY 2025‑2026 capital parks projects that will be presented at a later meeting. Staff discussed the current playground replacement program and potential new evaluation criteria. The agenda included approval of the March 19, 2025 minutes, but the record does not show a vote or outcome.

Transit Advisory Committee Meeting

The Transit Advisory Committee will meet to review and provide feedback on the Draft Active Transportation Plan. The body will also consider the minutes from the March 18, 2025 meeting.

• Review and feedback on the Draft Active Transportation Plan
• Approval of March 18, 2025 meeting minutes
• Transit Manager Report

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA SPECIAL MEETING

The special meeting will hold a workshop to continue discussion of areas of change, land use designations, and land use alternatives. Council members will seek public feedback and direction to inform a preferred land use map for the Draft General Plan. The meeting follows the pilot hybrid format with in‑person and virtual participation options.

• Workshop: Continued discussion of areas of change, land use designations, and alternatives
• Public comment period for feedback on the Draft General Plan

The council approved a motion to continue the special session beyond 11:00 p.m., with a unanimous 7‑0 vote. All members present voted yes. The remaining sections of the land‑use discussion will be taken up at a future meeting.

• Extended meeting past 11:00 p.m. (7-0)

Senior Advisory Committee Meeting

The Senior Advisory Committee will meet to receive updates from seven ad hoc committees focused on senior health, social activities, and infrastructure. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from the March 13, 2025 meeting.

• Approval of March 13, 2025 meeting minutes
• Reports on enhancing social activities and intergenerational connections for seniors
• Updates on senior physical and mental health and well-being goals
• Discussion on increasing access to information and resources for seniors
• Advocacy for senior-friendly infrastructure in Petaluma

The committee approved the minutes from the March 2025 meeting. The members also approved the Senior Advisory Committee’s strategic plan and goals. No other actions were taken.

• Approved March 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved SAC Strategic Plan and Goals (motion by Gabriela, seconded by Cheryl)

Climate Action Commission Meeting

The Climate Action Commission will review the Climate Action Baseline section of the City Annual Budget. The meeting also includes presentations on the CAPS Program and updates from Cool Petaluma.

• Review of Climate Action Baseline Section of the City Annual Budget
• CAPS Program Presentation
• Cool Petaluma Monthly Update
• Subcommittee reporting on Resource Consumption, Buildings and Clean Energy, and Green Infrastructure
• Approval of minutes for the 3/13/25 meeting

The Climate Action Commission approved the minutes from the March 13, 2025 meeting as presented. No other motions or votes were recorded. The meeting featured presentations on the CAPS program, Cool Petaluma events, the Climate Action Baseline budget section, and subcommittee reports.

• Approved minutes of 3/13/25 meeting (as presented)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission and the Pedestrian & Bicycle Advisory Committee will hold a study session on the Draft Active Transportation Plan. Staff will present the draft, the public may comment, and the committees will issue non‑binding recommendations. No formal decision or CEQA determination is required at this meeting.

• Study session on Draft Active Transportation Plan – staff presentation, public comments, nonbinding recommendations (no decision)
• General public comment period – up to three minutes per speaker, total not to exceed twenty minutes

The commission and the Pedestrian & Bicycle Advisory Committee conducted a study session and accepted public comments on the draft Active Transportation Plan. No formal decision or vote was taken, so no CEQA determination was required.

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the issuance of revenue bonds for two affordable rental housing projects. The body will also review the 2024 Independent Police Auditor's annual report and discuss staff classification changes.

• Revenue bonds up to $65,000,000 for the Meridian at Petaluma North Station Project at 890 North McDowell Blvd.
• Revenue bonds up to $25,000,000 for the Rovina Lane Project at 2 Rovina Lane.
• Review of the 2024 Independent Police Auditor’s Annual Report and 2025 Work Plan.
• Resolutions ordering abatement of hazardous vegetation and rubbish on public and private property.
• Amendments to the Classification and Compensation Plan affecting Project Manager and Environmental Services roles.

The council adopted the consent calendar items (minutes, agendas, and several administrative resolutions) with a 7‑0 vote. It approved appointments to regional bodies in Resolution 2025‑033, also 7‑0. The council adopted a nuisance abatement resolution (2025‑034) by a 7‑0 vote. Two separate resolutions (2025‑039 and 2025‑040) authorized up to $65 million in revenue bonds to finance affordable rental housing, passing 7‑0 and 6‑1 respectively.

• Adopted Consent Calendar items #1‑5 (7‑0)
• Approved appointments to regional bodies (Resolution 2025‑033, 7‑0)
• Adopted nuisance abatement resolution (Resolution 2025‑034, 7‑0)
• Approved $65 M revenue bonds for affordable rental housing (Resolution 2025‑039, 7‑0)
• Approved $65 M revenue bonds for affordable rental housing (Resolution 2025‑040, 6‑1)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑035 (6‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑036 (6‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑037 (6‑0)

Airport Commission Meeting

The Petaluma Airport Commission will consider approval of the March 6, 2025 meeting minutes and review conceptual layouts for a hangar feasibility study. The agenda also includes a City Council update, reports from ad‑hoc subcommittees, commissioner comments, and an airport manager report. Residents may provide up to three‑minute public comments on matters within the commission’s jurisdiction.

• Approval of minutes for the March 6, 2025 meeting
• Review of conceptual hangar layouts for the Hangar Feasibility Study
• Council update
• Ad‑hoc subcommittee reports
• Airport manager report

Public Safety Advisory Committee Meeting

The Public Safety Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes from February and review the 2024 Police Department Annual Report and RIPA data. The meeting will also include a discussion on community engagement and a review of monthly statistics.

• Approval of February 26, 2025 minutes
• Presentation of 2024 RIPA Data
• Presentation of 2024 Police Department Annual Report
• Discussion on community engagement and outreach
• Review of monthly public safety statistics

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission and Historic & Cultural Preservation Committee will hold a joint meeting. The body will receive presentations and provide nonbinding comments on a conceptual design proposal for Petaluma River Park.

• Conceptual design proposal for Petaluma River Park at McNear Peninsula and 500 Hopper Street (City Record No. PLPJ-2025-0003)

The commission and historic preservation committee conducted a study session on the conceptual design for Petaluma River Park at the McNear Peninsula. Staff and the park foundation presented, and commissioners asked questions. No approvals, votes, or formal actions were taken.

Recreation, Music & Parks Commission Meeting

The Recreation, Music & Parks Commission will approve minutes from the February 26, 2025 meeting. It will recommend that the City Council rename Center Park to Historic Chinatown Park. Commissioners will review the 2025 Adopt‑A‑Park pilot, discussing two park sites and event dates. An update on the LUMA Ice project will also be presented.

• Approve minutes for the February 26, 2025 meeting
• Recommend City Council rename Center Park to Historic Chinatown Park
• Review Adopt‑A‑Park pilot and recommend two park sites and dates for 2025 events
• Provide LUMA Ice update

Tree Advisory Committee Meeting

The Tree Advisory Committee will hold a study session to provide nonbinding comments on a conceptual design proposal for the Petaluma River Park. The meeting also includes a progress report on the Urban Forestry Plan and an update from the Arbor Ad Hoc committee.

• Conceptual design proposal for Petaluma River Park at McNear Peninsula and 500 Hopper Street
• Urban Forestry Plan progress presentation
• Arbor Ad Hoc update
• Approval of February 19, 2025 meeting minutes

The committee reviewed the minutes from the February 19, 2025 meeting and approved them. No other formal actions or votes were recorded during this session.

• Approved February 19, 2025 meeting minutes

Transit Advisory Committee Meeting

The Transit Advisory Committee will approve minutes from its January 21, 2025 meeting. It will discuss and recommend a resolution authorizing an application for the Low Carbon Transit Operations Program and the purchase of one replacement zero‑emission bus. It will also discuss a resolution to file an application with the Metropolitan Transportation Commission for Transportation Development Act and State Transit Assistance funds for FY 24/25. The meeting will conclude with a Transit Manager report.

• Approval of minutes for the January 21, 2025 meeting
• Resolution to submit an application for the Low Carbon Transit Operations Program and purchase one replacement zero‑emission bus
• Resolution to file an application with the Metropolitan Transportation Commission for Transportation Development Act/State Transit Assistance funds for FY 24/25
• Transit Manager report

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING

The City Council will consider adopting an ordinance to create a new Downtown Housing and Economic Opportunity Overlay Zone. The agenda also includes approving the purchase of asphalt patching and jetting equipment, and adopting the 2025-2030 Community Development Block Grant program.

• Adoption of Ordinance No. 2900 N.C.S. creating Downtown Housing and Economic Opportunity Overlay
• Purchase of Truck-Mounted Asphalt Patcher for $169,549.33
• Purchase of Portable Jetter Machine for Water Resources & Utilities
• Public Hearing on 2025-2030 CDBG Program Consolidated Plan
• Resolution accepting completion of Parks Access Improvements at McDowell, La Tercera, and McNear Parks

Senior Advisory Committee Meeting

The Petaluma Senior Advisory Committee will approve the minutes from the February 13, 2025 meeting. The Chair will give an update report. Ad Hoc Committee members will present reports on seven senior‑focused goals, including social activities, health, information access, infrastructure, and intergenerational connections.

• Approval of minutes for the February 13, 2025 meeting
• Chair report – update
• Ad Hoc Committee reports on Goal 1: Enhance social activities for seniors
• Ad Hoc Committee reports on Goal 2: Improve senior physical health and well‑being
• Ad Hoc Committee reports on Goal 3–7 covering mental health, information access, senior‑friendly infrastructure, county aging plan, and intergenerational connections

Climate Action Commission Meeting

The Petaluma Climate Action Commission will meet to discuss a draft ordinance regarding single-use foodware and review reports from its subcommittees on resource consumption, buildings, and green infrastructure. The meeting will also include presentations on city outreach and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Discussion of Single Use Foodware Draft Ordinance
• Approval of Minutes for the meeting of 2/13/25
• Cool Petaluma Monthly Update
• City Communications Team Outreach Presentation
• Subcommittee Meetings, Breakout Discussions, and Reporting

Planning Commission Meeting

The Petaluma Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a resolution approving the site plan, architectural review, and a tree‑removal permit for the 59‑unit Creekwood Housing Development at 270 and 280 Casa Grande Road. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from three prior meetings. Written public comments must be submitted at least two hours before the meeting.

• Public hearing on resolution for Creekwood 59‑unit housing site plan (270 & 280 Casa Grande Rd, APNs 017‑040‑051 & 017‑040‑016)
• Approval of minutes from July 9, 2024; September 10, 2024; and October 8, 2024 meetings

Airport Commission Meeting

The Petaluma Airport Commission will approve minutes from the February 6, 2025 meeting and hold a public comment period. The primary agenda item is a discussion of the current City purchasing limits specified in Article X, Section 68 of the City Charter, requested by the Commission Chair. Additional items include a council update, reports from an ad‑hoc subcommittee, and an Airport Manager report.

• Approval of minutes for the February 6, 2025 meeting
• Discussion of current City purchasing limits (Article X, Section 68 of the City Charter)
• Council update
• Ad‑hoc Subcommittee reports
• Airport Manager report

Pedestrian & Bicycle Advisory Committee Meeting

The Pedestrian & Bicycle Advisory Committee will meet to approve February minutes and conduct a study session on a conceptual design for Petaluma River Park on the McNear Peninsula. The committee will also discuss prioritizing a citywide active transportation wayfinding project and elect new leadership.

• Approval of February 5, 2025 minutes
• Study session on Petaluma River Park conceptual design
• Recommendation to prioritize active transportation wayfinding project
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Staff updates for March 2025

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING

The City Council will consider a mid-year budget adjustment that adds several staff positions and eliminates others. The body will also hold a workshop to discuss land use designations for the Draft General Plan.

• Introduction of ordinance to adjust FY 2024/25 budget staff positions
• Workshop on land use designations for Draft General Plan
• Presentation on Landscape Assessment District Update
• Approval of minutes from February 24, 2025 meeting
• Proclamation for Equal Pay Day

Special Recreation, Music & Parks Commission Meeting

The Recreation, Music & Parks Commission will hold a study session to discuss a conceptual design proposal for the Petaluma River Park. The body will also review the timeline and nomination process for a revamped Adopt-A-Park Pilot Program.

• Conceptual design proposal for Petaluma River Park at McNear Peninsula and 500 Hopper Street
• Timeline and nomination process for the 2025 Revamped Adopt-A-Park Pilot Program
• Approval of minutes from the November 20, 2024 meeting

Public Safety Advisory Committee Meeting

The Public Safety Advisory Committee will review the 2024 Independent Police Auditor's Annual Report and the 2025 Work Plan. Members will also discuss community engagement and outreach efforts.

• Review of 2024 Independent Police Auditor’s (IPA) Annual Report (Jan 1, 2024 – Dec 31, 2024)
• Review of 2025 Independent Police Auditor’s Work Plan
• Public Safety Advisory Committee Monthly Stats Chart
• Discussion on community engagement and outreach
• Approval of January 22, 2025 meeting minutes

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING

The City Council and PCDSA will discuss zoning amendments to increase floor area ratios for a downtown housing and economic opportunity overlay. The body will also consider a license agreement termination with the 4th District Agricultural Association.

• Proposed General Plan Amendment to increase allowable Floor Area Ratio from 2.5 to 6.0 in the Downtown Housing & Economic Opportunity Overlay
• Certification of Final EIR for Downtown Housing and Economic Opportunity Overlay and EKN Appellation Hotel Project
• Amendment to terminate license agreement with 4th District Agricultural Association effective July 15, 2025
• Resolution accepting completion of the Oak Hill Well Construction Project (C67501611)
• Resolution for the Primary Influent Pump Station Parallel Force Main Project (C66502032)

Tree Advisory Committee Meeting

The Tree Advisory Committee will review progress on the Urban Forest Management Plan and receive updates from two ad hoc committees. The body is also asked to provide a recommendation for the city's 2025 Official Arbor Day Celebration.

• Update of the Urban Forest Management Plan Development
• Recommendation to approve the City of Petaluma’s Official Arbor Day Celebration for 2025
• Street Tree Ad Hoc Committee progress update
• Communication and Outreach Ad Hoc Committee progress update
• Approval of minutes from the January 15, 2025 meeting

Senior Advisory Committee Meeting

The Senior Advisory Committee will hold a study session to provide nonbinding comments on a conceptual design proposal for the Petaluma River Park. The meeting also includes updates from seven ad hoc committees focused on senior health, social activities, and infrastructure.

• Conceptual design proposal for Petaluma River Park at McNear Peninsula and 500 Hopper Street
• Approval of January 9, 2025 meeting minutes
• Ad Hoc reports on senior social activities, physical health, and mental health
• Ad Hoc reports on access to information and senior-friendly infrastructure
• Update on intergenerational connections and Sonoma County Master Plan for Aging

Climate Action Commission Meeting

The commission will approve the minutes from the January 9, 2025 meeting. It will discuss establishing consistent processes for tracking and reporting ad‑hoc subcommittee activity. Subcommittee meetings, breakout discussions, and reports on resource consumption, buildings and clean energy, and transportation/natural systems & sequestration will be reviewed. Presentations include a monthly Cool Petaluma report and an EPA Sustainable Communities Accelerator pilot on school‑zone resilience and mobility hubs, followed by a public comment period.

• Approval of minutes for the January 9, 2025 meeting
• Establishing consistent processes for ad‑hoc subcommittee activity tracking and reporting
• Subcommittee meetings, breakout discussions, and reporting on resource consumption, buildings and clean energy, and transportation/natural systems & sequestration
• Monthly Report on Cool Petaluma Activities presentation
• EPA Sustainable Communities Accelerator Network Pilot Project – School Zone Resilience & Mobility Hubs presentation

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA SPECIAL MEETING

The City Council and Petaluma Community Development Successor Agency will meet to receive an updated workplan. The body will provide direction to staff regarding goals and priorities for fiscal years 2024/25 and 2025/26.

• Updated Goals and Priorities Workplan for Fiscal Years 2024/25 and 2025/26

Pedestrian & Bicycle Advisory Committee Meeting

The Pedestrian & Bicycle Advisory Committee will hear an update on the city’s Blueprint for Climate Action and a progress report on the Active Transportation Plan, which is still under development. The committee will also consider approval of the December 17, 2024 meeting minutes and receive staff updates for February 2025. Public comment will be accepted from community members.

• Update on the Blueprint for Climate Action (presentation)
• Progress update on the Active Transportation Plan (under development)
• Approval of minutes from the December 17, 2024 meeting
• Staff updates – February 2025

Historic & Cultural Preservation Committee Meeting

The Historic & Cultural Preservation Committee will hold a study session to review a conceptual design proposal for the Petaluma River Park. The committee will receive presentations from staff and the applicant to provide nonbinding comments and direction.

• Study session for Petaluma River Park conceptual design at McNear Peninsula and 500 Hopper Street
• Approval of minutes from the September 03, 2024 meeting

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING

The City Council and PCDSA will consider several resolutions, including contract awards for a finance office acoustical retrofit and an ADA sidewalk project, and the acceptance of an engineer’s report for the Oak and Water Street Benefit Assessment District. They will also appoint members to three advisory committees. The most consequential item is the resolution directing staff on the preferred option for removing and replacing the existing all‑weather synthetic field at Lucchesi Park.

• Resolution authorizing award of contract to SDM Construction, Inc. for the Finance Office acoustical retrofit (C11202226)
• Resolution awarding ADA and sidewalk on‑call concrete contract to Greg Nelson Construction, Inc.
• Resolution accepting final engineer’s report and revised cost certification for Oak and Water Street Benefit Assessment District No. 2020‑1
• Resolution appointing individuals to Groundwater Sustainability, Pedestrian and Bicycle, and Transit Advisory Committees
• Adoption of resolution directing staff on removal/replacement of the all‑weather synthetic field at Lucchesi Park with either new synthetic turf or natural grass

Measure U Oversight Committee Meeting

The committee will swear in a newly appointed member, approve minutes from the May 14, 2024 meeting, and consider the biannual report covering the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024. Public comment is limited to items within the City Council’s jurisdiction and not on the agenda. The meeting follows standard decorum and accommodation procedures.

• Oath of office for newly appointed member Scott Fishman
• Approval of minutes for the May 14, 2024 meeting
• Consideration of the Measure U Oversight Committee biannual report for FY ended June 30, 2024

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING

The City Council will consider accepting a donated wildland fire engine and a funding agreement for Measure H. The meeting will also include a workshop on the Downtown Area Parking Management Plan.

• Accepting donation of a Type 3 Wildland Fire Engine from Marin County
• Authorizing agreement with Sonoma County for Measure H fire protection funds
• Receiving update on Downtown Area Parking Management Plan
• Approving minutes from January 6, 2025 meeting
• Reviewing tentative agenda for February 3, 2025

Public Art Committee Meeting

The Public Art Committee will discuss a conceptual design proposal for the Petaluma River Park. The body is considering a staff presentation and study session to provide nonbinding comments on the project's art components.

• Conceptual design proposal for public art at Petaluma River Park (McNear Peninsula and 500 Hopper Street)
• Presentation on the California Blacksmithing Association 50th Anniversary Conference (April 20-23, 2028)
• Approval of December 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• January 2025 Project Status Report

Public Safety Advisory Committee Meeting

The Public Safety Advisory Committee will meet to receive presentations and discuss committee planning. The meeting includes a report on the IPA and a discussion regarding the committee's long-range calendar.

• Specialized Assistance for Everyone (SAFE)/Mentor me Presentation
• First Amendment Speech
• IPA Report Out
• PSAC Long Range Calendar discussion
• Approval of November 21, 2024 meeting minutes

Transit Advisory Committee Meeting

The Transit Advisory Committee will meet to appoint its officers and review transit-related presentations. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from the November 19, 2024 meeting.

• Appointment of Transit Advisory Committee Chair and Vice Chair
• Presentation on Blueprint for Climate Action – Transit
• Presentation of Petaluma Transit Bus Stop Inventory Database
• Approval of November 19, 2024 meeting minutes

General Plan Advisory Committee Meeting

The General Plan Advisory Committee will receive a staff presentation on recommended changes to the city's land use designations and map. The committee will discuss these recommendations and collect feedback from the public.

• Recommended changes to the General Plan Land Use Designations and Map

Tree Advisory Committee Meeting

The Tree Advisory Committee will approve minutes from the November 20, 2024 meeting and discuss the 2025 Blueprint Goals. The main agenda item is the introduction of the Urban Forest Management Plan development and the nomination of one committee member to serve on the plan's working group. Updates will be given on the Street Tree, Arbor Day, and Communication & Outreach ad‑hoc committees.

• Approval of minutes for the November 20, 2024 meeting
• Presentation of 2025 Blueprint Goals
• Introduction of Urban Forest Management Plan and nomination of a committee representative
• Progress update from the Street Tree Ad Hoc Committee
• Progress updates from Arbor Day and Communication & Outreach Ad Hoc Committees

Senior Advisory Committee Meeting

The Senior Advisory Committee will conduct a final review and approval of the SAC Strategic Plan 2025 and Goals. The body will also receive reports from ad hoc committees focused on senior health, social activities, and infrastructure.

• Final review and approval of SAC Strategic Plan 2025 and Goals
• Approval of minutes from the December 12, 2024 meeting
• Reports on senior-friendly infrastructure advocacy
• Updates on senior physical and mental health goals
• Reports on intergenerational connections and social activities

Climate Action Commission Meeting

The Climate Action Commission will hold a regular meeting to hear updates and discuss items on its agenda. Items include a January update from Cool Petaluma, a presentation on the Regional Climate Protection Agency's action plan and dashboard, approval of the December 12, 2024 meeting minutes, progress updates from blueprint implementation subcommittees, and a discussion on changing the regular meeting time.

• January Update by Cool Petaluma (presentation)
• Regional Climate Protection Agency – Regional Climate Action Plan and Dashboard (presentation)
• Approval of Minutes for the meeting of December 12, 2024
• Blueprint Implementation Ad Hoc Subcommittees Progress Updates
• Discussion of Time Change for Regular CAC Meetings

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING

The City Council and PCDSA will swear in three new councilmembers and review a design presentation for the Lucchesi Park skatepark. The body will also consider several resolutions regarding grant funding and administrative budgets.

• Public hearing to levy an annual assessment for the Downtown Petaluma Business Improvement District
• Reallocation of Prop 68 grant funding from Kenilworth Park Revitalization Plan to Lucchesi Skatepark Project
• Acceptance of a FEMA Fiscal Year 2024 Emergency Operations Center Grant Program Subaward
• Appointment of Councilmember Nau as Vice Mayor for 2025
• Adoption of a July 1, 2025–June 30, 2026, Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule and Administrative Budget

Airport Commission Meeting

The Petaluma Airport Commission meeting on January 2, 2025 will consider several agenda items. It will approve the minutes from the December 5, 2024 meeting and review a draft revision of Municipal Code Title 16 – “Airport and Aircraft”. The agenda also includes a council update, ad‑hoc subcommittee reports, an airport manager report, and a public comment period.

• Approve minutes from the December 5, 2024 meeting
• Review draft revision of Municipal Code Title 16 – “Airport and Aircraft”
• Council update
• Ad‑hoc subcommittee reports
• Airport manager report