Sausalito public meetings in 2023
15 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will consider a professional services agreement to assist with the formation of a Property Business Improvement District. The agenda also includes appointments to several city boards and commissions. Additionally, the council will conduct real property negotiations in closed session.
- Consulting services agreement with New City America, Inc. for Property Business Improvement District formation
- Appointments to various boards including Sustainability Commission and EDAC
- Real property negotiations for 731 Bridgeway
- Real property negotiations for 610 Coloma Street, Suites 723 and 735
- Resolution regarding Planning Commission report on zoning amendments
Planning Commission
The Sausalito Planning Commission will conduct public hearings on three items during its December 13 meeting. Commissioners will discuss a request to remove one Queen Palm tree at 25 Alexander Avenue and review an administrative citation proposing fines and remedial orders for unauthorized tree work at 230 Santa Rosa Avenue. They will also hear testimony on a proposed ordinance amendment updating design review procedures and construction time limits, which staff recommends forwarding to the City Council. These hearings affect local property maintenance standards, enforcement of tree ordinances, and project timelines for approved developments in Sausalito.
- Public hearing on a tree removal permit for one Queen Palm at 25 Alexander Avenue (Project ID: 2023-00117)
- Administrative citation hearing regarding unauthorized tree alteration and potential fines at 230 Santa Rosa Avenue (Project ID: 2023-00161/CE2023-0060)
- Public hearing on a proposed ordinance amending Chapter 10.54 of the Sausalito Municipal Code to update design review procedures and construction time limits
- Approval of the Planning Commission’s regular meeting schedule for 2024
City Council
The City Council will consider awarding contracts for technical design and community engagement services related to the Sea Level Rise Adaptation Plan. The agenda also includes a second amendment to the City Manager's agreement regarding salary and benefits. Additionally, the council will review various administrative agreements and reports on street safety.
- $459,842 contract for Sea Level Rise Adaptation Plan technical and design services
- $50,000 contract for Sea Level Rise Adaptation Plan community engagement services
- Amendment to City Manager Chris Zapata's agreement regarding salary and benefits
- $37,500 marketing agreement with Creative Digital Agency, Inc.
- Driveway relocation and parking stall changes at 1000 Bridgeway
City Council
The City Council will consider several items including a new ordinance for paid parking zones and an update on PG&E system upgrades. The meeting also includes closed session discussions regarding employee evaluations, labor negotiations, and existing litigation.
- Ordinance to repeal 'Parking Meter Zones' and enact 'Paid Parking Zones'
- Resolution for maintenance vehicle purchase up to $62,742.59
- Resolution for contract with HF&H Consultants, LLC not to exceed $74,770
- Report on PG&E 12kV system planned upgrades
- Discussion regarding potential extension of Creative Digital Agency marketing contract
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a design review permit for 426 Pine Street and modifications to a project at 99 Cloud View Road. The body will also hold a hearing regarding an administrative citation for unauthorized tree alterations at 230 Santa Rosa Avenue.
- Design Review Permit for 426 Pine Street
- Administrative Citation for unauthorized tree alteration at 230 Santa Rosa Avenue
- Design Review Permit Modification for 99 Cloud View Road
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider an appeal of a Planning Commission decision regarding the Ferry Landside Improvement Project. The council will also review an amendment to the Zero Waste Marin Joint Powers Agreement and meet in closed session regarding anticipated litigation.
- Appeal of Planning Commission decision for Ferry Landside Improvement Project (DPW 03.01.001)
- Amendment to the 1996 Revised Hazardous and Solid Waste Joint Powers Agreement
- Closed session regarding anticipated litigation
City Council
The Sausalito City Council will discuss potential development and disposition strategies for the City-owned Corporation Yard at 530 Nevada Street. The agenda also includes a discussion on withdrawing from the Bay Cities Joint Powers Insurance Authority and an ordinance regarding parking zone regulations.
- Development strategies for the Corporation Yard site at 530 Nevada Street
- Ordinance No. 06-2023 to update 'Parking Meter Zones' to 'Paid Parking Zones'
- Contract amendment with BKF Engineers for Ferry Landside Improvement Project
- Request for Proposals for the 2023 Building Facility Assessment Study
- Resolution authorizing alcohol sales in the parklet at 633 Bridgeway
Planning Commission
The Sausalito Planning Commission will consider several design review permits. This includes a proposal to convert part of a private parking lot into an outdoor garden and dining area at 1000 Bridgeway. Additionally, the Commission will review applications for substantial remodeling of residences on Pine Street and Woodward Avenue.
- Conversion of parking spaces to outdoor dining at 1000 Bridgeway
- Design Review for residential remodel at 426 Pine Street
- Remodeling and additions for a duplex at 207 Woodward Avenue
- Encroachment Agreement for 1000 Bridgeway
City Council
The City Council will review compensation and benefit plans for non-represented employees through 2026. The agenda also includes approving several service contracts and a presentation on business development grants.
- $278,000 total for the Woodward Avenue Sewer Main Realignment Project
- $45,000 contract for traffic engineering services with Parametrix
- New compensation and benefit plans for non-represented employees (2023-2026)
- Budget amendment to purchase two maintenance vehicles up to $55,000 each
- Contract amendment with BKF Engineers for the Ferry Landside Improvement Project
Planning Commission
The Commission will consider a request for 633 Bridgeway to allow the restaurant Suzette to sell beer and wine inside the building and in an adjacent public parklet. The agenda also includes the final certification of a parcel map for 195-197 Hi Vista Road.
- Conditional Use Permit for beer and wine sales at 633 Bridgeway
- Final certification of parcel map for 195-197 Hi Vista Road
- Approval of September 27, 2023, Planning Commission minutes
City Council
The City Council will discuss potential revenue options including impact fees and a vacancy tax. They will also consider zoning ordinance changes for accessory dwelling units (ADUs). Additionally, the council will review the Pavement Management Plan regarding roadway funding.
- Zoning Ordinance No. 05-2023 regarding ADUs and JADUs
- Discussion on revenue options including impact fees and vacancy tax
- Alexander Beach Sewer Improvement Project contract up to $50,756
- Amended agreement with Opticos Design, Inc. up to $147,370
- Pavement Management Plan roadway funding direction
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a design review and Certificate of Appropriateness to renovate the second-floor front elevation of the Barrel House Tavern. The commission will also review a permit to demolish and reconstruct an entry deck at 27-29 Crescent Avenue. Staff recommends approval for both items.
- Design Review for 660 Bridgeway Boulevard
- Certificate of Appropriateness for historic structure renovation
- Nonconformity Permit for 27-29 Crescent Avenue
- Reconstruction of a 359 square foot entry deck
City Council
The City Council will discuss proposed changes to municipal code regarding Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) regulations. The agenda also includes a presentation on a parking study and the adoption of new legal counsel services.
- Introduction of amendments to Title 10 (Zoning) regarding ADU and JADU regulations
- Agreement with Best, Best, and Kreiger, LLP for City Attorney services
- Presentation on the First Phase Parking Study from Dixon Resources Unlimited
- Contract amendment with BKF Engineers for the Ferry Landside Improvement Project
- Resolution condemning antisemitism and all forms of hate speech
Planning Commission
The Commission will consider a design review for the Ferry Landside I project, which includes expanding the Ferry Plaza and reducing parking in Lot 1. They will also review exterior improvements at 46 Currey Avenue and certify a parcel map for Sausalito Boulevard and Crescent Avenue.
- Ferry Landside I Capital Improvement Project design review (5,400 SF plaza expansion)
- Design review and encroachment agreement for 46 Currey Avenue
- Final certification of parcel map for 446-448 Sausalito Boulevard and 77 Crescent Avenue
City Council
The City Council will review several consent calendar items including police association agreements and infrastructure projects. Business items include updates on the Section 115 Trust and discussion regarding a Sausalito Cannabis Delivery & Retail Business Tax Initiative.
- Approve Memorandum of Understanding with Sausalito Police Association through June 30, 2025
- Amend agreement with Sausalito Bike Return, LLC to increase compensation by $4,250
- Adopt resolution for Transportation Authority of Marin funding of $256,225
- Authorize budget up to $440,000 for Alexander Beach Sewer Improvements Project
- Authorize application for a $201,900 Community Resilience Center Planning Grant