Novato, California
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Municipal budget
Total revenue$74.8M (FY2023)
Total spending$78.0M (FY2023)
Taxes$45.3M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$55.7M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$1,481 (FY2023)
Development activity
Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
20252 housing units ($659K)
🗳️ Election results (3 races)
Local election returns — winner marked ✓.
City Council District 3 2024-11-05
Tim O'Connor ✓ 3,713 · Mark J. Milberg ✓ 3,403
City Council District 1 2024-11-05
Kevin Jacobs ✓ 3,266 · James P. Petray 2,335
City Council District 2 2022-11-08
Rachel Farac ✓ 2,343 · Pat Eklund ✓ 2,335 · Andy A. Podshadley 1,965 · Nicole Gardner 1,014 · Chris Carpiniello 693
Recent meetings
Fri Jul 10, 2026
City Council
City Council adopts updated Strategic Plan for 2026‑2029
The Novato City Council will vote on several resolutions, including adopting a new strategic plan, updating the city salary schedule, and authorizing the mayor to execute a CDBG/HOME program amendment. The council will also hold public hearings to approve assessment rolls for four landscape districts. Routine items on the consent calendar will be approved by a single vote.
- Adopt resolution approving the City Council Strategic Plan (July 1 2026 – June 30 2029)
- Adopt resolution approving updated city salary schedule from 2025 labor negotiations
- Adopt resolution authorizing mayor to execute Third Amendment to 2020 Cooperation Agreement for CDBG/HOME programs
- Public hearings to adopt assessment roll resolutions for Hillside Park Unit 4, Wildwood Glen C‑91, San Pablo A‑03, and San Marin A‑81 landscape districts
- Adopt resolution calling for by‑district elections on Nov 3 2026 and request election consolidation
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City Council
Agenda
Tuesday, July 14, 2026 - 6:00 PM
901 SHERMAN AVENUE
NOVATO, CA 94945
and
TELECONFERENCE
Mayor
Rachel Farac
Mayor Pro Tempore
Kevin Jacobs
Councilmembers
Pat Eklund
Tim O’Connor
Sandeep Karkal
City Manager
Amy Cummingham
City Attorney
Gary Bell
City Council meeting are usually held each month on the second and fourth Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. In
compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this
meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (415) 899-8986. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting
will enable the City to make reasonable accommodation to help ensure accessibility to this meeting.
The agenda is divided into three main section s and includes other categories covering routine business.
All references to “City Council” include those other agencies which may be listed at the top of the Agenda.
The City Council may discuss and/or take action on any or all of the items listed on the agenda
irrespective of how the agenda items are described. The Council may establish and make
appointments to a Council committee (made up of two Councilmembers) with respect to any item appearing
on this agenda.
Public Participation/Comment Instructions
Members of the Public may participate and provide public comments to teleconference meetings as
follows:
• Written public com
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Tue Jun 23, 2026
City Council
Novato City Council to adopt FY 2026/27 Operating and Capital Improvement budgets
The City Council will consider adopting the final operating and capital improvement budgets for FY 2026/27. The body will also review the Police Department's strategic plan and a report on Community Development Department service improvements.
- Adoption of FY 2026/27 appropriations limit of $170,393,883
- Janitorial services contract with Universal Building Services and Supply Co. not to exceed $1,102,587
- Landscape maintenance contract with Dibble Landscaping not to exceed $740,820
- Below market rate housing program contract with Rise Housing Solutions not to exceed $524,864
- Authorization for bid advertisement for Novato Boulevard Improvements Project
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Joint City Council/City Council As Successor Agency
To Dissolved Redevelopment Agency/
Novato Public Finance Authority
Agenda
901 SHERMAN AVENUE
NOVATO, CA 94945
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 - 6:00 PM
Mayor
Rachel Farac
Mayor Pro Tempore
Kevin Jacobs
Councilmembers
Pat Eklund
Tim O’Connor
Sandeep Karkal
City Manager
Amy Cunningham
City Attorney
Gary Bell
City Council meeting are usually held each month on the second and fourth Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. In
compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this
meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (415) 899-8986. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting
will enable the City to make reasonable accommodation to help ensure accessibility to this meeting.
The agenda is divided into three main sections and includes other categories covering routine business.
All references to “City Council” include those other agencies which may be listed at the top of the Agenda.
The City Council may discuss and/or take action on any or all of the items listed on the agenda
irrespective of how the agenda items are described. The Council may establish and make
appointments to a Council committee (made up of two Councilmembers) with respect to any item appearing
on this agenda.
Supplemental Materials
Public Participation Options
Members of the Public may p
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Tue Jun 9, 2026
City Council
Council to consider naming Hamilton Amphitheater Park after former Mayor Mark Milberg
The Novato City Council will consider a proposal to name Hamilton Amphitheater Park in honor of former Mayor Mark Milberg. The consent calendar includes routine approvals such as contract amendments for Permit Center management, a $490,315 contract for railroad crossing alterations on Olive Avenue, and a $476,983 budget transfer from emergency reserves to cover a Corporation Yard Development Impact Fee fund deficit. The council will also set public hearings for landscape assessment districts and approve a mural at the Downtown Recreation Center.
- Discuss naming Hamilton Amphitheater Park after former Mayor Mark Milberg
- Award $490,315 construction contract for Olive Avenue railroad crossing alteration (SMART agreement)
- Transfer $476,983 from Emergency Reserve to Corporation Yard Development Impact Fee fund
- Approve $200,000 agreement with Development Compliance Solutions for interim Deputy Building Official services
- Approve $21,461 mural at Downtown Recreation Center/Pocket Park, 950 Seventh Street
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City Council
Agenda
901 SHERMAN AVENUE
NOVATO, CA 94945
Tuesday, June 9, 2026 - 6:00 PM
Mayor
Rachel Farac
Mayor Pro Tempore
Kevin Jacobs
Councilmembers
Pat Eklund
Sandeep Karkal
Tim O’Connor
City Manager
Amy Cunningham
City Attorney
Gary Bell
City Council meeting are usually held each month on the second and fourth Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. In
compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this
meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (415) 899-8986. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting
will enable the City to make reasonable accommodation to help ensure accessibility to this meeting.
The agenda is divided into three main sections and includes other categories covering routine business.
All references to “City Council” include those other agencies which may be listed at the top of the Agenda.
The City Council may discuss and/or take action on any or all of the items listed on the agenda
irrespective of how the agenda items are described. The Council may establish and make
appointments to a Council committee (made up of two Councilmembers) with respect to any item appearing
on this agenda.
Public Participation Options
Supplemental Materials
Members of the Public may participate and provide public comments for the City Council as follows:
• Written public comments may be sub
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Tue May 12, 2026
City Council
Council reviews preliminary budget, military equipment report, and contracts
The Novato City Council will hold a work study session on the preliminary FY26/27 operating and capital budget, conduct a public hearing on the Police Department's Military Equipment Use Annual Report and policy renewal, and consider a consent calendar that includes a $2,214,000 consultant agreement for Novato Boulevard improvements, a grant application for Redwood Boulevard sidewalk gaps, and a salary adjustment for the Chief of Police to $21,915 per month. The Council will also receive a study session on the Economic Development Strategic Plan.
- Work study session on preliminary FY26/27 Operating and Capital Budget (L.1)
- Public hearing to renew Military Equipment Use Policy 710 and approve annual report (I.1)
- Authorize $2,214,000 construction management agreement with Ghirardelli Associates for Novato Boulevard improvements (G.4)
- Approve 4.68% salary increase for Chief of Police to $21,915/month (G.7)
- Extend exclusive negotiation agreement with The Sherman Group for city-owned properties at 900 and 908 Sherman Avenue (G.9)
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City Council
Agenda
901 SHERMAN AVENUE
NOVATO, CA 94945
Tuesday, May 12, 2026 - 6:00 PM
Mayor
Rachel Farac
Mayor Pro Tempore
Kevin Jacobs
Councilmembers
Pat Eklund
Sandeep Karkal
Tim O’Connor
City Manager
Amy Cunningham
City Attorney
Gary Bell
City Council meeting are usually held each month on the second and fourth Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. In
compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this
meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (415) 899-8986. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting
will enable the City to make reasonable accommodation to help ensure accessibility to this meeting.
The agenda is divided into three main sections and includes other categories covering routine business.
All references to “City Council” include those other agencies which may be listed at the top of the Agenda.
The City Council may discuss and/or take action on any or all of the items listed on the agenda
irrespective of how the agenda items are described. The Council may establish and make
appointments to a Council committee (made up of two Councilmembers) with respect to any item appearing
on this agenda.
Supplemental Materials
Public Participation Options
Members of the Public may participate and provide public comments for the City Council as follows:
• Written public comments may be sub
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Mon May 11, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission reviews consistency of ten new Capital Improvement projects with the General Plan
The commission will approve the minutes from the April 13 meeting and then consider a staff report on ten proposed Capital Improvement Program projects for FY 2026/27. Commissioners will discuss whether these projects align with Novato's General Plan 2035 and receive a draft resolution. No public hearings or unfinished business are scheduled for this meeting.
- Approve April 13, 2026 meeting minutes (Consent Item)
- General Plan Consistency Report for ten FY 2026/27 Capital Improvement projects
- Staff Report – FY 2026‑27 Capital Improvement Program
- Draft resolution attachment for the FY 2026‑27 Capital Improvement Program
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PLANNING COMMISSION
Meeting Agenda
Novato City Hall
901 SHERMAN AVENUE
NOVATO, CA 94945
Monday, May 11, 2026 – 7:00 PM
Chair
Justin Derby
Vice Chair
Peter Tiernan
Members
Kevin Haroff
Curtis Havel
Zachary Griggy
Tim Roche
Heather Stuckenbroker
Staff Liaison
Steve Marshall – Deputy Director of Community Development
The Planning Commission is regularly scheduled to meet every 2 nd and 4th Monday of the month at
7:00 PM. Your interest is encouraged and appreciated.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in
this meeting, please contact the Staff Liaison at (415) 899-8942. Notification at least 48 hours prior to
the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable accommodation to help ensure accessibility to
this meeting.
Public Participation/Comment Instructions
Members of the public may participate and provide comments to the Planning Commission as follows:
• Written public comments may be submitted by email to [email protected] or mailed to the
Community Development Department at 922 Machin Avenue, Novato, CA 94945. Mailed
correspondence must be received prior to the hearing to be considered. Written public comments
will not be read during the meeting. Written public comments received more than 3 hours prior to
the start of the meeting will be distributed to the Planning Commission prior to the meeting. Written
public comment received after the three
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Tue Apr 28, 2026
City Council
Council to adopt tenant‑protections ordinance and approve key budget items
The Novato City Council will consider several routine consent‑calendar actions, including adopting Ordinance 1731 that adds tenant‑protections to the municipal code. It will also approve the Transportation Authority of Marin Measure AA expenditure plan and resolutions affecting city finances and a pavement rehabilitation contract. Additional presentations will address Community Development Block Grant funding, commercial cannabis storefront study, and the FY 2026‑27 capital improvement program.
- Adopt Ordinance 1731 adding Section 4‑17 (Tenant Protections) to the Municipal Code
- Approve the amended Measure AA Expenditure Plan from the Transportation Authority of Marin
- Adopt a resolution authorizing fund transfers between the Local Agency Investment Fund and Columbia Bank operating account
- Accept completion and authorize the Notice of Completion for the 2025 Annual Pavement Rehabilitation (CIP Project 25‑001)
- Adopt a resolution amending the purchase agreement with Headland, LLC for Marin County Assessor’s parcels
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City Council
Agenda
901 SHERMAN AVENUE
NOVATO, CA 94945
Tuesday, April 28, 2026 - 6:00 PM
Mayor
Rachel Farac
Mayor Pro Tempore
Kevin Jacobs
Councilmembers
Pat Eklund
Sandeep Karkal
Tim O’Connor
City Manager
Amy Cunningham
City Attorney
Gary Bell
City Council meeting are usually held each month on the second and fourth Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. In
compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this
meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (415) 899-8986. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting
will enable the City to make reasonable accommodation to help ensure accessibility to this meeting.
The agenda is divided into three main sections and includes other categories covering routine business.
All references to “City Council” include those other agencies which may be listed at the top of the Agenda.
The City Council may discuss and/or take action on any or all of the items listed on the agenda
irrespective of how the agenda items are described. The Council may establish and make
appointments to a Council committee (made up of two Councilmembers) with respect to any item appearing
on this agenda.
Supplemental Materials
Public Participation Options
Members of the Public may participate and provide public comments for the City Council as follows:
• Written public comments may be s
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Tue Apr 14, 2026
City Council
City Council to vote on raising own monthly pay from $400 to $1,552
The Novato City Council will vote on adopting an ordinance increasing council member compensation from $400 to $1,552 per month, effective after the next municipal election. They will also hold a study session on allowing commercial cannabis retail storefronts and receive direction on the FY 2026/27 operating budget. Other action includes approving plans for the Olive Avenue rail crossing and making appointments to various city commissions.
- Adopt Ordinance 1733 raising council pay from $400 to $1,552 per month
- Study session on commercial cannabis storefront retail (Strategic Plan Goal #20)
- Adopt Ordinance 1732 amending land uses at 5400 Hanna Ranch Road (McPhail's Commercial Office Development Master Plan)
- Authorize bid advertisement for Olive Avenue Rail Crossing alteration as part of Olive Avenue Widening and Utility Undergrounding Project (CIP 97-001)
- Discuss rectangular rapid-flashing beacon and new crosswalk locations for FY 2026/27 Capital Improvements Program
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City Council
Agenda
901 SHERMAN AVENUE
NOVATO, CA 94945
Tuesday, April 14, 2026 - 6:00 PM
Mayor
Rachel Farac
Mayor Pro Tempore
Kevin Jacobs
Councilmembers
Pat Eklund
Sandeep Karkal
Tim O’Connor
City Manager
Amy Cunningham
City Attorney
Gary Bell
City Council meeting are usually held each month on the second and fourth Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. In
compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this
meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (415) 899-8986. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting
will enable the City to make reasonable accommodation to help ensure accessibility to this meeting.
The agenda is divided into three main sections and includes other categories covering routine business.
All references to “City Council” include those other agencies which may be listed at the top of the Agenda.
The City Council may discuss and/or take action on any or all of the items listed on the agenda
irrespective of how the agenda items are described. The Council may establish and make
appointments to a Council committee (made up of two Councilmembers) with respect to any item appearing
on this agenda.
Supplemental Materials
Public Participation Options
Members of the Public may participate and provide public comments for the City Council as follows:
• Written public comments may be s
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Mon Apr 13, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to consider Costco gas station at 300 Vintage Way
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on a design review and use permit for a Costco fuel facility. The body will also consider a time extension for a tentative map regarding Habitat Redwood Blvd.
- Public hearing for Costco Fuel Facility design review and use permit at 300 Vintage Way
- Possible adoption of CEQA Final Environmental Impact Report for Costco Fuel Facility
- Proposed one-year extension of vesting tentative map for Habitat Redwood Blvd at 8161 Redwood Blvd
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PLANNING COMMISSION
Meeting Agenda
Novato City Hall
901 SHERMAN AVENUE
NOVATO, CA 94945
Monday, April 13, 2026 – 7:00 PM
Chair
Justin Derby
Vice Chair
Peter Tiernan
Members
Curtis Havel
Bill Crockett
Zachary Griggy
Tim Roche
Heather Stuckenbroker
Staff Liaison
Steve Marshall – Deputy Director of Community Development
The Planning Commission is regularly scheduled to meet every 2 nd and 4th Monday of the month at
7:00 PM. Your interest is encouraged and appreciated.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in
this meeting, please contact the Staff Liaison at (415) 899-8942. Notification at least 48 hours prior to
the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable accommodation to help ensure accessibility to
this meeting.
Public Participation/Comment Instructions
Members of the public may participate and provide comments to the Planning Commission as follows:
• Written public comments may be submitted by email to [email protected] or mailed to the
Community Development Department at 922 Machin Avenue, Novato, CA 94945. Mailed
correspondence must be received prior to the hearing to be considered. Written public comments
will not be read during the meeting. Written public comments received more than 3 hours prior to
the start of the meeting will be distributed to the Planning Commission prior to the meeting. Written
public comment received after the th
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Wed Mar 25, 2026
Community Budget Workshop
Novato faces projected budget deficits starting 2026-27 without Measure M renewal
This community budget workshop presents the city's five-year general fund forecast, operating budget, and capital improvement program, and seeks resident input on spending priorities. A survey showed public safety and streets as top priorities. The forecast shows deficits of $2.1M in FY26/27 rising to $9.4M by FY29/30 without Measure M revenue.
- General Fund adopted budget for FY25/26 is $57.73M, with 68% for salaries and benefits
- Measure M provides $9.9M in FY25/26 budget, used for capital projects, emergency reserve, and deficit backfill
- Survey top priorities: Public Safety, Streets & Medians Maintenance, Business Retention & Attraction
- Capital Improvement Program projects include Novato Blvd widening ($13.1M), Olive Ave widening ($2.1M), and annual pavement rehabilitation ($2.6M)
- CIP grant funding includes $10.3M from TAM for Novato Blvd widening and $3.2M donation for Scott House renovations
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COMMUNITY BUDGET WORKSHOPMARCH 26, 20261
WELCOME
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Community Engagement – Residents help shape prioritiesBudget Transparency – Review revenue and spendingCity Services – How funding supports NovatoThank you for joining us. Y our participation helps ensure Novato’s budget reflects community values and priorities.
AGENDA
3•Welcome•Budget Development Process •Revenue Overview•General Fund Forecast•Operating Budget •Capital Improvement Program•Next Steps•Question & Answer Session
Budget Development 4
COMMUNITY INPUT IS CRITICAL!
CommunitySpecific
CommunitySpecific
Engagement Survey February 9-15
Priorities SurveyMarch 9-23
Community WorkshopMarch 26
Budget Pop-upsApril 2 & April 4
Budget Development
Budget Development
April 14 Operating
April 28 CIP
May 12
Budget Hearing
Budget Hearing
June 09
Budget Adoption
Budget Adoption
June 235Commission / Committee Review•Planning Commission•Finance Advisory Commission•Complete Streets and Pathways Oversight Committee (CSPOC)
BUDGET PRIORITIES SURVEY
6More information: www.novato.org/community/get-involved/open-novato
Survey Deadline: March 23rd
PREVIEW OF COMMUNITY PRIORITIES SURVEY RESULTS
71. Public Safety; Emergency Response Services2. Streets & Medians Maintenance3. Business Retention & Attraction4. Downtown Revitalization5. Addressing Homelessness & Mental Health6. Youth, Adult & Other Recreation Programs7. Beautification of Parks8. City Facilities & Property Maintenance9. Sustainability; Environmental Efforts10. Residential & Com
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Tue Mar 24, 2026
City Council
Public hearing on new tenant protections ordinance for Novato renters
The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider introducing a tenant protections ordinance (Section 4-17) that establishes rules on tenancy termination, relocation assistance, and notice requirements. The council will also consider raising council member pay from $400 to $1,552 per month, effective after the next general election. Consent items include a $15,000 contract amendment with ClientFirst Technology, a $10,000 mural project at Hamilton Amphitheater Park, and mid-year budget adjustments including $55,000 for repairs to the Hamilton Field History Museum walkways.
- Public hearing on ordinance adding Section 4-17 (Tenant Protections) to municipal code
- Ordinance to increase council member salary from $400 to $1,552 per month
- Adopt resolution authorizing $15,000 amendment to ClientFirst Technology contract (total $245,600)
- Approve $10,000 mural installation at Hamilton Amphitheater Park Playground (601 N. Hamilton Pkwy.)
- Adopt resolution amending FY 2025/26 CIP budget by $55,000 for Hamilton Field History Museum exterior walkway repairs
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City Council
Agenda
901 SHERMAN AVENUE
NOVATO, CA 94945
Tuesday, March 24, 2026 - 6:00 PM
Mayor
Rachel Farac
Mayor Pro Tempore
Kevin Jacobs
Councilmembers
Pat Eklund
Sandeep Karkal
Tim O’Connor
City Manager
Amy Cunningham
City Attorney
Gary Bell
City Council meeting are usually held each month on the second and fourth Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. In
compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this
meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (415) 899-8986. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting
will enable the City to make reasonable accommodation to help ensure accessibility to this meeting.
The agenda is divided into three main sections and includes other categories covering routine business.
All references to “City Council” include those other agencies which may be listed at the top of the Agenda.
The City Council may discuss and/or take action on any or all of the items listed on the agenda
irrespective of how the agenda items are described. The Council may establish and make
appointments to a Council committee (made up of two Councilmembers) with respect to any item appearing
on this agenda.
Supplemental Materials
Public Participation Options
Members of the Public may participate and provide public comments for the City Council as follows:
• Written public comments may be s
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Tue Mar 10, 2026
City Council
Consider lease rider for $3M supportive housing loan for veterans
The City Council will consider a resolution approving a lease rider with Homeward Bound of Marin for the HUD parcel in Hamilton, enabling a $3 million state loan for construction financing of supportive housing for veterans, families, and others overcoming homelessness. The council will also hear presentations on tobacco use prevention and library improvements, and receive reports on housing element progress, development impact fees, and budget performance. Consent calendar items include a $205,532 professional services agreement and a $41,100 contract amendment.
- J.1: Lease rider to enable $3M loan from HCD for supportive housing at HUD parcel in Hamilton
- C.1: Presentation from Youth Advocacy Committee on tobacco use prevention
- C.2: Presentation on short- and long-term facility improvements at Novato Blvd. and 'C' Street South Novato libraries
- G.4: Receive annual progress report on Novato Housing Element and direct staff to file with state
- G.5: Authorize $205,532 agreement with Harris & Associates for assessment engineering and special tax administration
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City Council
Agenda
901 SHERMAN AVENUE
NOVATO, CA 94945
Tuesday, March 10, 2026 - 6:00 PM
Mayor
Rachel Farac
Mayor Pro Tempore
Kevin Jacobs
Councilmembers
Pat Eklund
Sandeep Karkal
Tim O’Connor
City Manager
Amy Cunningham
City Attorney
Gary Bell
City Council meeting are usually held each month on the second and fourth Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. In
compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this
meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (415) 899-8986. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting
will enable the City to make reasonable accommodation to help ensure accessibility to this meeting.
The agenda is divided into three main sections and includes other categories covering routine business.
All references to “City Council” include those other agencies which may be listed at the top of the Agenda.
The City Council may discuss and/or take action on any or all of the items listed on the agenda
irrespective of how the agenda items are described. The Council may establish and make
appointments to a Council committee (made up of two Councilmembers) with respect to any item appearing
on this agenda.
Supplemental Material
Public Participation Options
Members of the Public may participate and provide public comments for the City Council as follows:
• Written public comments may be su
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Tue Feb 24, 2026
City Council
City Council to consider $249,514 HVAC redesign for police station
The City Council will review several administrative items, including a police department annual report and a progress report for the SAFE Team. The body is also deciding on a budget revision for the Downtown Novato Business Improvement District.
- Contract with Sidel & Pakravan Architects / Consulting Engineers for $249,514.10 for police station HVAC redesign
- Revised 2026 Budget for the Downtown Novato Business Association/Business Improvement District
- Creation of Senior Gymnastics Instructor classification and salary schedule updates
- Approval of the Multicultural Advisory Commission's 2026 Work Plan
- Appointment of standby officers for Councilmembers and the City Manager
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City Council
Agenda
901 SHERMAN AVENUE
NOVATO, CA 94945
Tuesday, February 24, 2026 - 6:00 PM
Mayor
Rachel Farac
Mayor Pro Tempore
Kevin Jacobs
Councilmembers
Pat Eklund
Sandeep Karkal
Tim O’Connor
City Manager
Amy Cunningham
City Attorney
Gary Bell
City Council meeting are usually held each month on the second and fourth Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. In
compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this
meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (415) 899-8986. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting
will enable the City to make reasonable accommodation to help ensure accessibility to this meeting.
The agenda is divided into three main sections and includes other categories covering routine business.
All references to “City Council” include those other agencies which may be listed at the top of the Agenda.
The City Council may discuss and/or take action on any or all of the items listed on the agenda
irrespective of how the agenda items are described. The Council may establish and make
appointments to a Council committee (made up of two Councilmembers) with respect to any item appearing
on this agenda.
Supplemental Materials
Public Participation Options
Members of the Public may participate and provide public comments for the City Council as follows:
• Written public comments may b
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Mon Feb 23, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to review 2025 Novato Housing Element progress report
The Commission will receive the 2025 Annual Progress Report for the Novato Housing Element. Commissioners will take public comment on the report. They will recommend that the City Council file the report with the State Department of Housing and Community Development and the Governor’s Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation.
- Receive the 2025 Housing Element Annual Progress Report
- Take public comment and recommend filing the report with state housing agencies
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PLANNING COMMISSION
Meeting Agenda
Novato City Hall
901 SHERMAN AVENUE
NOVATO, CA 94945
Monday, February 23, 2026 – 7:00 PM
Chair
Justin Derby
Vice Chair
Peter Tiernan
Members
Curtis Havel
Bill Crockett
Zachary Griggy
Tim Roche
Heather Stuckenbroker
Staff Liaison
Steve Marshall – Deputy Director of Community Development
The Planning Commission is regularly scheduled to meet every 2 nd and 4th Monday of the month at
7:00 PM. Your interest is encouraged and appreciated.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in
this meeting, please contact the Staff Liaison at (415) 899-8942. Notification at least 48 hours prior to
the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable accommodation to help ensure accessibility to
this meeting.
Public Participation/Comment Instructions
Members of the public may participate and provide comments to the Planning Commission as follows:
• Written public comments may be submitted by email to [email protected] or mailed to the
Community Development Department at 922 Machin Avenue, Novato, CA 94945. Mailed
correspondence must be received prior to the hearing to be considered. Written public comments
will not be read during the meeting. Written public comments received more than 3 hours prior to
the start of the meeting will be distributed to the Planning Commission prior to the meeting. Written
public comment received after the
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Tue Feb 10, 2026
City Council
Council to consider Novato History Museum contract, Scott House rehab
The City Council will consider approving an amendment to the agreement with the Novato Historical Guild for operation of the Novato History Museum at Scott House (917 Sherman Avenue) and adopt a resolution amending the FY 2025/26 Capital Improvement Program budget to establish a Scott House Rehabilitation project. Consent items include adopting a resolution for a Sonoma Marin Area Rail Transit joint quiet zone and a resolution supporting Novato becoming a National Wildlife Federation Certified Community Wildlife Habitat. Councilmember O'Connor has proposed an agenda item to establish a Measure M-funded capital improvement project for roadway and pedestrian safety.
- Amendment to agreement with Novato Historical Guild for operation of Novato History Museum at 917 Sherman Avenue, plus new Scott House Rehabilitation capital project
- Resolution to establish a SMART joint quiet zone across Marin and Sonoma counties with Sonoma County as lead authority
- Resolution in support of Novato becoming a National Wildlife Federation Certified Community Wildlife Habitat and renewal of Mayor’s Monarch Pledge
- Councilmember O'Connor proposes Measure M-funded capital improvement project for roadway and pedestrian safety
- Approve FY 2026/27 budget calendar listing public meeting dates for budget development
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City Council
Agenda
901 SHERMAN AVENUE
NOVATO, CA 94945
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - 6:00 PM
Mayor
Rachel Farac
Mayor Pro Tempore
Kevin Jacobs
Councilmembers
Pat Eklund
Sandeep Karkal
Tim O’Connor
City Manager
Amy Cunningham
City Attorney
Gary Bell
City Council meeting are usually held each month on the second and fourth Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. In
compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this
meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (415) 899-8986. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting
will enable the City to make reasonable accommodation to help ensure accessibility to this meeting.
The agenda is divided into three main sections and includes other categories covering routine business.
All references to “City Council” include those other agencies which may be listed at the top of the Agenda.
The City Council may discuss and/or take action on any or all of the items listed on the agenda
irrespective of how the agenda items are described. The Council may establish and make
appointments to a Council committee (made up of two Councilmembers) with respect to any item appearing
on this agenda.
Supplemental Materials
Public Participation Options
Members of the Public may participate and provide public comments for the City Council as follows:
• Written public comments may b
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Mon Feb 9, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to consider Master Plan amendment for 5400 Hanna Ranch Road
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding land use and fee waivers for two projects. The body will consider a Master Plan amendment for commercial offices and a time extension for a residential map.
- Proposed amendment to McPhail’s Commercial Office Development Master Plan to expand permitted land uses at 5400 Hanna Ranch Road
- Proposed three-year time extension of the Valley Oaks Vesting Tentative Map at Pinkston Road and Redwood
- Proposed park in-lieu fee waiver for eight low-income homes in Valley Oaks
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PLANNING COMMISSION
Meeting Agenda
Novato City Hall
901 SHERMAN AVENUE
NOVATO, CA 94945
Monday, February 9, 2026 – 7:00 PM
Chair
Justin Derby
Vice Chair
Peter Tiernan
Members
Curtis Havel
Bill Crockett
Zachary Griggy
Tim Roche
Heather Stuckenbroker
Staff Liaison
Steve Marshall – Deputy Director of Community Development
The Planning Commission is regularly scheduled to meet every 2 nd and 4th Monday of the month at
7:00 PM. Your interest is encouraged and appreciated.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in
this meeting, please contact the Staff Liaison at (415) 899-8942. Notification at least 48 hours prior to
the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable accommodation to help ensure accessibility to
this meeting.
Public Participation/Comment Instructions
Members of the public may participate and provide comments to the Planning Commission as follows:
• Written public comments may be submitted by email to [email protected] or mailed to the
Community Development Department at 922 Machin Avenue, Novato, CA 94945. Mailed
correspondence must be received prior to the hearing to be considered. Written public comments
will not be read during the meeting. Written public comments received more than 3 hours prior to
the start of the meeting will be distributed to the Planning Commission prior to the meeting. Written
public comment received after the
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Thu Feb 5, 2026
State of the City
Novato hosts State of the City presentation
The City of Novato and Novato Chamber of Commerce are presenting the State of the City. The agenda lists various city initiatives, public safety programs, and specific housing and mixed-use development projects.
- Mixed-use projects at 3rd St & Grant Ave, 1st St & Grant Ave, and 4th St & Grant Ave
- Housing projects: The Lodge at Novato Creek, 773, 775, 777 San Marin Drive, and 924 Grant Ave mixed use
- Habitat for Humanity project
- Public safety and emergency response updates including the SAFE Team
- Small business support and Permit Center updates
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Presented by the City of Novato and
Novato Chamber of Commerce
Kevin Jacobs
Mayor Pro Tem
Pat Eklund
Councilmember
Sandeep Karkal
Councilmember
Tim O’Connor
Councilmember
Rachel Farac
Mayor
In memory of
Mark Milberg
City Council
Serving Our Community
Connection & Collaboration
Measure M
Public Safety &
Emergency Response
SAFE Team
NovatoFun for All
Permit Center
Small Business Support
DUTCH BROS COFFEE
WINE DOWN
3RD ST & GRANT AVE MIXED USE
1ST ST & GRANT AVE MIXED USE 4TH ST & GRANT AVE MIXED USE
Housing
THE LODGE AT NOVATO CREEK
773, 775, 777 SAN MARIN DRIVE
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
924 GRANT AVE MIXED USE
Street Improvements
Tue Jan 27, 2026
City Council
Council to vote on transferring $94,121 from emergency reserve to general fund
The City Council will consider a resolution to transfer $94,121 from the Emergency and Disaster Response Reserve to replenish the general fund's negative unassigned balance, and receive the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for FY 2024/2025. The consent calendar includes resolutions authorizing police grant applications for up to $178,500 (STEP) and $130,000 (Cannabis Tax Fund), acceptance of completed roof replacements at the Margaret Todd Senior Center and Downtown Recreation Center, and an agreement amendment for economic development planning.
- Transfer $94,121 from Emergency and Disaster Response Reserve to general fund (Item J.1)
- Police Department to apply for $178,500 Selective Traffic Enforcement Program grant (Item G.3)
- Police Department to apply for $130,000 Cannabis Tax Fund Grant (Item G.4)
- Accept completion of Margaret Todd Senior Center and Downtown Recreation Center roof replacements (Item G.5)
- Authorize Good City Company and Strategic Economics to examine tax records for Economic Development Strategic Plan (Item G.7)
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City Council
Agenda
901 SHERMAN AVENUE
NOVATO, CA 94945
Tuesday, January 27, 2026 - 6:00 PM
Mayor
Rachel Farac
Mayor Pro Tempore
Kevin Jacobs
Councilmembers
Pat Eklund
Sandeep Karkal
Tim O’Connor
City Manager
Amy Cunningham
City Attorney
Gary Bell
City Council meeting are usually held each month on the second and fourth Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. In
compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this
meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (415) 899-8986. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting
will enable the City to make reasonable accommodation to help ensure accessibility to this meeting.
The agenda is divided into three main sections and includes other categories covering routine business.
All references to “City Council” include those other agencies which may be listed at the top of the Agenda.
The City Council may discuss and/or take action on any or all of the items listed on the agenda
irrespective of how the agenda items are described. The Council may establish and make
appointments to a Council committee (made up of two Councilmembers) with respect to any item appearing
on this agenda.
Supplemental Materials
Public Participation Options
Members of the Public may participate and provide public comments for the City Council as follows:
• Written public comments may be
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Wed Jan 14, 2026
City Council
Council to approve $1.04 million five‑year Axon equipment agreement
The Novato City Council will consider routine consent‑calendar items, including approval of recent meeting minutes and a payment register. It will vote on a five‑year, $1,040,208.91 contract with Axon Enterprises for body‑worn cameras, fleet cameras, TASER devices, drone technology, and digital evidence storage. A public hearing will be held on the appeal of a tree‑removal permit for 1294 Parkwood Drive, seeking CEQA exemption. The Council will also adopt a $145,500 professional‑services contract for the Economic Development Strategic Plan.
- Approve five‑year $1,040,208.91 agreement with Axon Enterprises for cameras, TASERs, drones, and evidence storage
- Adopt $145,500 professional‑services contract with Good City Company for the Economic Development Strategic Plan
- Public hearing on appeal of tree‑removal permit for 1294 Parkwood Drive (APN 152‑143‑08) and CEQA exemption
- Approve City Council meeting minutes from November 18 2025 and December 3, 9, 16 2025
- Waive reading and adopt ordinances by title only as a standard procedural action
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City Council
Agenda
901 SHERMAN AVENUE
NOVATO, CA 94945
Tuesday, January 13, 2026 - 6:00 PM
Mayor
Rachel Farac
Mayor Pro Tempore
Kevin Jacobs
Councilmembers
Pat Eklund
Sandeep Karkal
Tim O’Connor
City Manager
Amy Cunningham
City Attorney
Gary Bell
City Council meeting are usually held each month on the second and fourth Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. In
compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this
meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (415) 899-8986. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting
will enable the City to make reasonable accommodation to help ensure accessibility to this meeting.
The agenda is divided into three main sections and includes other categories covering routine business.
All references to “City Council” include those other agencies which may be listed at the top of the Agenda.
The City Council may discuss and/or take action on any or all of the items listed on the agenda
irrespective of how the agenda items are described. The Council may establish and make
appointments to a Council committee (made up of two Councilmembers) with respect to any item appearing
on this agenda.
Supplemental Materials
Public Participation Options
Members of the Public may participate and provide public comments for the City Council as follows:
• Written public comments may b
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