Santa Rosa, CA

Art in Public Places Committee

The City of Santa Rosa's Art in Public Places Committee cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for October 5, 2026. No agenda items, decisions, or discussions are listed in the posted notice. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026. The notice was posted September 29, 2026 by Recording Secretary Jack Reynolds.

Zoning Administrator

The Santa Rosa Zoning Administrator meets October 8, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. to consider one scheduled item: a Minor Hillside Development Permit for a new in-ground pool and spa at 4580 Bennett Valley Road. The Planning and Economic Development Department recommends approval by resolution, since the project would develop on slopes of 10 percent or greater. The project is described as exempt from CEQA under Guidelines Sections 15301 and 15303. There are no consent items; the agenda also includes approval of draft minutes from September 24, 2026, and public comment.

• Minor Hillside Development Permit PLN26-0212 for a new in-ground pool and spa at 4580 Bennett Valley Road (APN 049-430-027)
• Staff recommendation: approve the permit by resolution
• Project is on slopes of 10 percent or greater
• CEQA exemption cited under Guidelines Sections 15301 and 15303
• No consent items; draft minutes from September 24, 2026 up for approval

Subregional Wastewater Technical Advisory Committee

The Subregional Wastewater Technical Advisory Committee meets in person at the Laguna Treatment Plant, 4300 Llano Road, on October 8, 2026. The agenda is mostly presentations: a fiscal year 2025/2026 financial update, a Trick or Treatment event update, and Environmental Services and Regional Operations division updates. The committee may also approve its draft April 2, 2026 minutes and a draft 2027 meeting schedule. No action items with dollar amounts or specific projects are listed.

• Presentation: Fiscal Year 2025/2026 financial update
• Presentation: Trick or Treatment event update
• Presentation: Environmental Services Division update
• Presentation: Regional Operations Division update
• Possible approval of draft 2027 SubTAC meeting schedule and April 2, 2026 draft minutes

Planning Commission

The Santa Rosa Planning Commission meets October 8, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. to consider two public hearings: a continued hearing on the Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Report for the proposed Santa Rosa City Hall Development Agreement, and an appeal of the Director's approval of a tree removal permit for one Coast Redwood at 721 Spring Street. Staff recommends denying the appeal and upholding the permit approval. The meeting also includes approval of September 10, 2026 draft minutes and routine commission business.

• Public hearing on the Draft Supplemental EIR for the proposed Santa Rosa City Hall Development Agreement with Museum on the Square, LLC — continued to the October 22, 2026 meeting
• Public hearing on an appeal by Tom Murphy of the Director's approval of a Tree Removal Permit for one Coast Redwood tree at 721 Spring Street (PLN26-0189); staff recommends denying the appeal
• Approval of draft minutes from the September 10, 2026 meeting
• Commission business includes a statement of purpose, commissioner reports, and possible Vice Chair election or new member introductions
• No consent items, report items, or presentations listed

City Council

The Santa Rosa City Council meets October 13, 2026, with a study session on municipal bond issuance and a public hearing on the Del Valle Drive-Thru appeal at 2000 Sebastopol Road, where the Council may deny the appeal and uphold the Planning Commission's 5-2 denial or grant the appeal and approve the Conditional Use Permit. A second public hearing covers a state housing funding application and adoption of the 2024-2028 PLHA Plan. Consent items include transit bus purchases and grant applications totaling millions in requested funding.

• Public hearing on Del Valle Drive-Thru appeal at 2000 Sebastopol Road; Planning Commission denied the CUP 5-2 on February 12, 2026
• Public hearing on PLHA application to HCD for $487,369 (2024) and $522,044 (2025), part of up to $3,046,056 over five years
• Consent: Third Amendment to PlanetBids Purchase Order 170609, adding $24,122 for a total not to exceed $110,303.46
• Consent: Purchase of six Gillig transit buses from the Golden Gate Bridge, Highway and Transportation District
• Consent: OBAG 4 grant application for $1,467,000 for the Zero-Emission Bus Rollout Plan; LCTOP request totaling $471,417 for UR Free

Open Government Task Force Implementation Subcommittee

The City of Santa Rosa's Open Government Task Force Implementation Subcommittee cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for October 1, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. The agenda contains no items for decision or discussion. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 3, 2026. Contact for more information is Recording Secretary Steven V. Brown.

• October 1, 2026 meeting cancelled
• Next regular meeting scheduled December 3, 2026
• Contact: Steven V. Brown, [email protected], 707-543-4321
• Agenda posted September 28, 2026

Board of Public Utilities

The October 1, 2026 regular meeting of the Board of Public Utilities has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided. For more information, contact Michelle Montoya.

• Meeting cancelled

Design Review and Preservation Board

The Design Review and Preservation Board meeting scheduled for October 1, 2026 at City Hall, 100 Santa Rosa Ave., has been cancelled. The notice states the next regular meeting will be held Thursday, October 15, 2026. No agenda items, decisions, or discussions are listed in the supplied document. The notice was posted September 24, 2026 by Cassia Schnepper, Recording Secretary.

City Council

The Santa Rosa City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed issuance of up to $20 million in tax-exempt revenue bonds by the California Municipal Finance Authority to finance the acquisition, rehabilitation, and equipping of the 49-unit Vigil Light Senior Apartments at 1945 Long Drive. The council will also consider a parking agreement with 425 Humboldt, LLC for up to 176 residential parking permits in Garage 3, an extension of the local homeless emergency proclamation, and approval of a classification and compensation study. A closed session will discuss negotiations for the sale of properties at 625 and 637 3rd Street (Garage 5).

• Public hearing and resolution for up to $20 million in tax-exempt revenue bonds for Vigil Light Senior Apartments, 1945 Long Drive
• Parking agreement with 425 Humboldt, LLC for up to 176 residential parking permits in Garage 3, 735 Fifth Street
• Resolution to extend the local homeless emergency proclamation (Resolution No. 28839)
• Resolution to adopt classification and compensation changes and updated salary plan
• Closed session: real property negotiations for 625 and 637 3rd Street (Garage 5)

Housing Authority

The Santa Rosa Housing Authority meets September 28, 2026 to review a year-end financial update for FY 2025/26 and to consider adopting revisions to its HOME Tenant-Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) Program Guidelines. Staff recommend the changes to align the TBRA guidelines with the Housing Choice Voucher Administrative Plan, updated in August 2026, and with the City's Consolidated Plan. The agenda also includes approval of August 24, 2026 draft minutes and an informational update on the pending development pipeline.

• Report on revisions to HOME Tenant-Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) Program Guidelines, originally dated January 2022, to match the Housing Choice Voucher Administrative Plan and the City's Consolidated Plan
• Staff briefing: Housing Authority FY 2025/26 Quarter 4 (Year End) Unaudited Financial Update covering July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026
• Approval of draft minutes from the August 24, 2026 meeting
• Executive Director report: Pending Development Pipeline Update, provided for information
• Public comment on non-agenda items, limited to three minutes per speaker

Santa Rosa Tourism Business Improvement Area Advisory Board

The Santa Rosa Tourism Business Improvement Area Advisory Board will discuss and recommend the 2025 annual report for presentation to the city council, and will select two members for the Event Support Funding Selection Panel. The meeting also includes routine items such as approving the May 28, 2026 draft minutes and public comments.

• Discussion and recommendation of 2025 SRTBIA Annual Report to present to council
• Selection of two members for SRTBIA Event Support Funding Selection Panel
• Approval of draft minutes from May 28, 2026
• Public comments allowed in person or via email before the meeting

Planning Commission

The September 24, 2026 Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 8, 2026.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: October 8, 2026

Zoning Administrator

The Santa Rosa Zoning Administrator will hold a public meeting to consider a Minor Hillside Development Permit for an existing single-family residence at 3753 Repton Way. The project involves rear-yard hardscape, landscaping, a 3-foot retaining wall, drainage, irrigation, pathway, stairs, and limited grading. Staff recommends approval. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment.

• Minor Hillside Development Permit for 3753 Repton Way (PLN26-0349)
• Project includes 3-foot retaining wall, hardscape, landscaping, drainage, irrigation, pathway, stairs, and limited grading
• Categorically exempt from CEQA under Sections 15301 and 15303
• Decision final unless appealed within 10 calendar days
• No consent items on the agenda

The Zoning Administrator approved a Minor Hillside Development Permit (Resolution No. ZA-RES-2026-036) for rear-yard improvements at 3753 Repton Way, including hardscape, landscaping, a 3-foot retaining wall, drainage, irrigation, a pathway, stairs, and limited grading. The project is categorically exempt from CEQA under Guidelines Sections 15301 and 15303. The September 10, 2026 draft minutes were approved as submitted. No public comment was offered, and the meeting adjourned at 10:38 A.M.

• Approved Resolution No. ZA-RES-2026-036 granting a Minor Hillside Development Permit at 3753 Repton Way (PLN26-0349)
• Approved September 10, 2026 draft minutes as submitted
• Found project categorically exempt from CEQA under Guidelines Sections 15301 and 15303

Community Advisory Board

The Santa Rosa Community Advisory Board will consider awarding three Community Improvement Grants totaling $6,152.13, hear presentations on the 2026 municipal election and economic development, and review proposed updates to the CIG program guidelines. The board will also approve July meeting minutes and take public comments.

• $2,500 grant request for Mesa Llena food access project
• $2,000 grant request for The Education Refuge
• $1,652.13 grant request for RUP Native Plant Island Beautification & Art Project
• Presentation on 2026 Municipal Election including Measure L
• Update on economic development activities and initiatives

The Community Advisory Board approved three Community Improvement Grants for the Aug-Sept 2026 period: $1,652.13 to Roseland University Prep, $1,000.00 to the Northend California Center for Well-Being (down from a $2,500 request), and $2,000.00 to The Education Refuge. The board also received information-only presentations on the 2026 Municipal Election and on Economic Development Division activities, and approved its July 22, 2026 draft minutes as amended. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved $1,652.13 Roseland University Prep Native Plant Island Beautification & Art Project grant (3 yes, 1 recused, 1 abstain)
• Approved $1,000.00 Northend California Center for Well-Being Mesa Llena grant, reduced from $2,500 requested (4-1)
• Approved $2,000.00 Education Refuge grant (5-0)
• Approved July 22, 2026 draft minutes as amended
• Received information-only presentation on 2026 Municipal Election, including Measure L
• Received information-only presentation on Economic Development Division activities and initiatives
• Member Knowles requested a future presentation on heritage tree protection and removal rules

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board will hear three informational reports: a Complete Streets Checklist for the South Santa Rosa Avenue bus stop improvements project, a Capital Improvement Program update, and draft staff recommendations for the SCTCA Go Sonoma Cycle 2 funding program, which includes $23,109,000 for Santa Rosa projects. No action will be taken on these items; the meeting also includes routine items like minutes approval and public comment.

• Complete Streets Checklist for South Santa Rosa Avenue Area Bus Stop Improvements project to support CARE Program application
• Capital Improvement Program (CIP) update on completed and pipeline projects
• SCTCA Go Sonoma Cycle 2 draft recommendations: $23,109,000 for Santa Rosa projects, covering 5 of 9 applications
• Approval of July 16, 2026 meeting minutes
• Public comment opportunities (in-person and via email)

Board of Public Utilities

The Board of Public Utilities will consider awarding a $1,423,464.28 contract to Bay City Mechanical for replacing Boilers 1 and 2 at the Laguna Treatment Plant, and will vote on a resolution approving a USACE partnership agreement for the Llano Trunk Line Rehabilitation Phase 2 project. Staff will also brief the board on water supply updates, a treatment plant tour program, and plans for California Water Professionals Appreciation Week. The meeting includes consent items, public comment periods, and routine approvals.

• Contract award to Bay City Mechanical for $1,237,795.03, plus 15% contingency ($185,669.25), totaling $1,423,464.28 for Laguna Treatment Plant Annex Boiler 1 and 2 Replacements (Contract No. C02330)
• Resolution to approve USACE Partnership Agreement for Increment 1 of Llano Trunk Line Rehabilitation Phase 2, delegating authority to the Director of Water
• Staff briefing on water and recycled water supply issues
• Staff briefing on Laguna Treatment Plant tour program update
• Staff briefing on California Water Professionals Appreciation Week (October 3-11, 2026)

Design Review and Preservation Board

The Design Review and Preservation Board will hold a public hearing to consider approving Major Design Review for the Emerald Isle Continuing Care Retirement Community at 2021 Gullane Drive and 0 Thomas Lake Harris Drive. The project includes 82 units with a three-story main building, 18 casitas, and a 9-bedroom assisted living/memory care building. The Planning Commission already approved the CEQA Addendum, Minor Use Permit, and Major Hillside Development Permit on September 10, 2026. The board's decision is final unless appealed within 10 calendar days.

• Public hearing for Major Design Review of 82-unit CCRC at 2021 Gullane Drive and 0 Thomas Lake Harris Drive
• Project includes 63 independent living units, 18 casitas, and 9-bedroom assisted living/memory care building
• Planning Commission approved CEQA Addendum, Minor Use Permit, and Major Hillside Development Permit on September 10, 2026
• Board to consider architecture, site design, massing, materials, colors, landscaping, lighting, parking, and circulation
• New member introduction: Vincenzo Signoretti

The Design Review and Preservation Board approved Major Design Review for the Emerald Isle Continuing Care Retirement Community at 2021 Gullane Drive and 0 Thomas Lake Harris Drive. The project includes an 82-unit continuing care retirement community with a three-story main building of 63 independent living units, 18 single-story detached casitas, and a 9-bedroom assisted living/memory care building. Four residents spoke in opposition during the public hearing. The motion carried 5-0, with two members absent.

• Approved Major Design Review for Emerald Isle Continuing Care Retirement Community at 2021 Gullane Drive and 0 Thomas Lake Harris Drive (5-0, 2 absent)
• Adopted Resolution DRPB-RES-2026-003 making findings and approving the project
• Approved July 2, 2026 draft minutes as submitted
• Welcomed new board member Vincenzo Signoretti

Santa Rosa Violence Prevention Partnership

The Santa Rosa Violence Prevention Partnership, meeting jointly with its Policy and Operational teams, will hear updates from police, probation, and school partners on crime data and trends, share success stories, and receive an overview of the 2026 Community Needs Assessment. Members will also participate in a tabletop exercise to launch the assessment. Public comment is allowed for items not on the agenda.

• Updates from Santa Rosa Police Department, Probation, and school partners on data, hot spots, and trends
• Operational Team success stories shared with Policy Team
• Overview of 2026 Violence Prevention Community Needs Assessment and tabletop exercise
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)

The Santa Rosa Violence Prevention Partnership held a joint Policy and Operational team meeting with updates from law enforcement, schools, and community partners on gang violence reduction and youth programming. No formal votes or binding decisions were made; the main action was presenting the plan for the 2026 Community Needs Assessment to inform future strategy and funding. The next meeting is scheduled for November 18, 2026.

• Presented 2026 Community Needs Assessment plan to inform future strategy and funding priorities
• Discussed potential change of January meeting to joint Policy and Operational teams
• Scheduled next meeting for November 18, 2026

City Council

The Santa Rosa City Council will meet on September 15, 2026, to consider multiple contracts and resolutions, including a $744,450 purchase of four paratransit cutaway vehicles and a $2,683,593 appropriation for the Park Royal Water Consolidation Project using state grant funds. No ordinances or rezonings are scheduled for action.

• $744,450 purchase of four paratransit cutaway vehicles under CalACT-MBTA Joint Procurement Contract No. 20-01
• $2,683,593 appropriation for Park Royal Water Consolidation Project using State Water Resources Control Board grant funds
• $600,000 General Services Agreement with Air Applied Mulch LLC for engineered wood fiber mulch services
• $400,000 increase to Professional Services Agreement F003242 with Best Best & Krieger LLP for legal services
• Ordinance adoption second reading to amend Water Waste Regulations (Chapter 14-21) to prohibit irrigation of nonfunctional turf

The Santa Rosa City Council adopted an ordinance amending water waste regulations to prohibit irrigating nonfunctional turf with potable water during its September 15, 2026 meeting. The Council also approved meeting minutes, received and filed informational items, and passed a consent agenda that included legal services amendments, equipment purchases, and grant funding for water projects by a 6-0 vote with Vice Mayor Okrepkie absent.

• Approved August 18, 2026 special and regular meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved amendment to legal services agreement with Best Best & Krieger LLP for $400,000 increase, not to exceed $500,000 (6-0)
• Approved general services agreement with Air Applied Mulch LLC for wood fiber mulch services, not to exceed $600,000 over five years (6-0)
• Approved amendment to Blanket Purchase Order 168068 with Vulcan Materials Company for a $150,000 increase, not to exceed $729,615.45 (6-0)
• Approved first amendment to Zero Waste Sonoma JPA agreement (6-0)
• Approved purchase of four replacement paratransit cutaway vehicles from Model1 Commercial Vehicles Inc. for $744,450 (6-0)
• Adopted resolution for $2,683,593 in grant funding appropriations for the Park Royal Water Consolidation Project (6-0)
• Adopted water infrastructure financing and loan application resolutions for the Fulton Road Sewer Lift Station Relocation Project (6-0)

Art in Public Places Committee

The Art in Public Places Committee will review the Call for Art for the 2027-2029 Temporary Art Walk. Members will also discuss the ALitman Public Art Proposal and consider a motion regarding the Ruth Asawa History of Sonoma County Panels.

• 2027-2029 Temporary Art Walk Call for Art review
• ALitman Public Art Proposal discussion
• Motion to explore alternative display options for Ruth Asawa History of Sonoma County Panels

Planning Commission

The Santa Rosa Planning Commission will hold two public hearings: one to consider an appeal of the denial of a Massage Establishment Certificate for Highway 12 Massage, and another to consider approvals for a proposed 82-unit Continuing Care Retirement Community at 2021 Gullane Drive. The commission will also approve minutes and receive public comments.

• Appeal of denial of Massage Establishment Certificate for Highway 12 Massage, 4908 Hwy 12, based on alleged illicit advertisements
• Proposed 82-unit Continuing Care Retirement Community at 2021 Gullane Drive and 0 Thomas Lake Harris Drive
• Requested approvals: Addendum to 2019 Mitigated Negative Declaration, Minor Use Permit, Major Hillside Development Permit
• State Density Bonus Law determination and Major Design Review by Design Review and Preservation Board

The Planning Commission approved several permits and an environmental addendum for the Emerald Isle Continuing Care Retirement Community. The Commission also denied an appeal to grant a massage establishment certificate for Highway 12 Massage.

• Approved permits for Emerald Isle retirement community (7-0)
• Adopted environmental addendum for Emerald Isle project (7-0)
• Approved Minor Conditional Use Permit for Emerald Isle project (7-0)
• Approved Major Hillside Development Permit for Emerald Isle project (7-0)
• Denied appeal for Highway 12 Massage establishment certificate (7-0)
• Approved August 13, 2026, meeting minutes

Zoning Administrator

The Santa Rosa Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to consider a Minor Design Review permit for a new drive-through restaurant building with landscaping and site improvements at 131 College Avenue. The Planning Department recommends approval. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Minor Design Review for new drive-through restaurant at 131 College Avenue (APN 012-062-032)
• Project includes landscaping, pedestrian access improvements, and a new drive-through lane
• Categorically and statutorily exempt from CEQA (Sections 15332 and 15183)
• Approval of draft minutes from August 27, 2026

The Zoning Administrator approved a Minor Design Review permit for a new drive-through restaurant building with landscaping, pedestrian access improvements, and a drive-through lane at 131 College Avenue. The project was found exempt from CEQA. The approval was made by resolution ZA-RES-2026-035.

• Approved Minor Design Review for new drive-through restaurant at 131 College Avenue (Resolution ZA-RES-2026-035)
• Approved minutes from August 27, 2026, as submitted

Long-Term Financial Policy and Audit Subcommittee

The September 10, 2026 regular meeting of the Long-Term Financial Policy and Audit Subcommittee was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 8, 2026. The agenda had included a presentation on preliminary FY 2025-26 General Fund financial results, but no business was conducted.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
• FY 2025-26 General Fund financial update was scheduled but not presented
• Next meeting set for October 8, 2026 at 4:00 P.M.

Art in Public Places Committee

The Santa Rosa Art in Public Places Committee cancelled its September 7, 2026, regular meeting due to a conflict with Labor Day. The meeting is rescheduled for Monday, September 14, 2026.

Design Review and Preservation Board

The Design Review and Preservation Board's regular meeting scheduled for September 3, 2026, has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will take place at this session. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 17, 2026.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for September 17, 2026

Board of Public Utilities

The Board of Public Utilities will review wildfire preparedness efforts and updates on the Laguna Treatment Plant trucked waste program. The meeting includes a proposed agreement with the Sonoma Resource Conservation District for water quality trading support.

• Professional Services Agreement with Sonoma Resource Conservation District for up to $132,550.50
• Staff briefing on 2026 wildfire preparedness and resiliency projects
• Update on the Laguna Treatment Plant trucked waste program
• Discussion of 2026 Creek Week cleanup and education activities

Contract Review Subcommittee

The Contract Review Subcommittee will discuss a proposed professional services agreement with the Sonoma Resource Conservation District. The agreement aims to provide technical support for the Water Quality Trading Framework in the Laguna de Santa Rosa watershed.

• Proposed Professional Services Agreement with Sonoma Resource Conservation District not to exceed $132,550.50

Planning Commission

The August 27, 2026 Planning Commission regular meeting has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 10, 2026. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: September 10, 2026

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public meeting to consider a Minor Landmark Alteration Permit for the Nelson Project at 634 Wheeler St. The proposal is to replace existing exterior wood lap siding with James Hardie fiber cement siding and replace 22 existing windows with Marvin Essential fiberglass-frame windows in the same openings. The Planning and Economic Development Department recommends approval. The decision is final unless appealed within 10 calendar days.

• Minor Landmark Alteration Permit for siding and window replacement at 634 Wheeler St. (PLN25-0470)
• Replace wood lap siding with James Hardie fiber cement lap siding
• Replace 22 existing windows with Marvin Essential fiberglass-frame windows
• Public hearing with recommendation to approve by Planning and Economic Development Department
• Appeals due within 10 calendar days of the decision

The Zoning Administrator approved Resolution No. ZA-RES-2026-034, granting a Minor Landmark Alteration Permit for 634 Wheeler Street (APN: 009-262-005, PLN25-0470). The permit allows replacing existing exterior wood lap siding with James Hardie fiber cement lap siding and replacing 22 existing windows with Marvin Essential fiberglass-frame windows in the same existing openings. The draft minutes of the August 13, 2026 meeting were approved as submitted. No public comment was offered, and the meeting adjourned at 10:37 A.M.

• Approved Resolution No. ZA-RES-2026-034: Minor Landmark Alteration Permit for siding and 22-window replacement at 634 Wheeler Street (PLN25-0470)
• Approved draft minutes of the August 13, 2026 meeting as submitted

Board of Parks and Recreation

The August 26, 2026 regular meeting of the Board of Parks and Recreation has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, October 28, 2026.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for October 28, 2026

Housing Authority

The Santa Rosa Housing Authority will consider several funding and policy items, including extending a loan for Kay Mar Mobilehome Park, approving rehabilitation funds for Stony Point Commons, allocating funds for two affordable housing projects, and adopting revisions to the Housing Choice Voucher Administrative Plan to address a funding shortfall. The meeting also includes routine items like minutes approval and a motion to appoint a committee member for the HUD-VASH program.

• Conditional approval of 15-year loan and regulatory agreement extension for Kay Mar Mobilehome Park at 515 West College Avenue, loan principal $172,250
• Conditional commitment of up to $177,000 for emergency fire sprinkler and restroom repairs at Stony Point Commons, 2643 Stony Point Road, with loan term extended to 2042
• Funding recommendations: $2,000,000 for Ponderosa Village Phase II at 250 Roseland Avenue and $1,642,571 for Caritas Homes Phase II at 360 Seventh Street
• Adoption of revisions to Housing Choice Voucher Administrative Plan to implement cost-saving measures
• Motion to appoint a commissioner to the HUD-VASH Ad Hoc Committee

The Santa Rosa Housing Authority approved conditional loan commitments of $1,642,571 to Caritas Homes Phase II at 360 Seventh Street and $2,000,000 to Community Revitalization and Development Corporation for Ponderosa Village Apartments Phase II at 250 Roseland Avenue. It also approved a $177,000 rehabilitation commitment for Stony Point Commons at 2643 Stony Point Road and a 15-year extension of the Kay Mar Mobilehome Park loan and affordability agreement at 515 West College Avenue. The Authority adopted revisions to the Housing Choice Voucher Program Administrative Plan aimed at cost savings to address a funding shortfall, and selected Commissioner Fearon for the HUD-VASH Ad Hoc Committee. All votes were 6-0, with Commissioner Downey absent.

• Approved $1,642,571 conditional loan commitment to Caritas Homes Phase II, LP for Caritas Homes Phase II at 360 Seventh Street (6-0)
• Approved $2,000,000 conditional loan commitment to Community Revitalization and Development Corporation for Ponderosa Village Apartments Phase II at 250 Roseland Avenue (6-0)
• Approved up to $177,000 in rehabilitation funds for Stony Point Commons at 2643 Stony Point Road and extended Housing Authority loans by 10 years to March 28, 2042 (6-0)
• Approved 15-year extension of the Kay Mar Mobilehome Park loan and Regulatory Agreement at 515 West College Avenue, to October 18, 2041 (6-0)
• Adopted revisions to the Housing Choice Voucher Program Administrative Plan for cost-saving measures addressing a funding shortfall (6-0)
• Selected Commissioner Fearon for the HUD-VASH Ad Hoc Committee (6-0)
• Approved the July 27, 2026 draft minutes as submitted

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board's regular meeting scheduled for August 20, 2026, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 17, 2026.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: September 17, 2026

Design Review and Preservation Board

The Design Review and Preservation Board's regular meeting scheduled for August 20, 2026, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on September 3, 2026.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for September 3, 2026

Board of Public Utilities

The Board of Public Utilities will consider recommending City Council approval of a $2,683,593 state grant for the Park Royal Consolidation Project, and will discuss water supply updates and the Efficient Fixtures Direct Installation Program closeout. A public hearing will consider revised Trucked Waste Program tipping fees. The board will also review a Clean Water State Revolving Fund application for the Fulton Road Sewer Lift Station Relocation Project and an update to the Santa Rosa Plain Groundwater Sustainability Agency agreement.

• Appropriate $2,683,593 in Expedited Drinking Water Grant funds for Park Royal Consolidation Project (Contract No. C02534)
• Public hearing on revised Trucked Waste Program tipping fees effective Oct 19, 2026, with annual adjustments through 2030
• Recommend City Council authorize Clean Water State Revolving Fund and WIFIA loan applications for Fulton Road Sewer Lift Station Relocation Project
• Recommend City Council approve Amended and Restated Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement for Santa Rosa Plain Groundwater Sustainability Agency
• Staff briefing on water and recycled water supply update and Efficient Fixtures Direct Installation Program closeout

City Council

The Santa Rosa City Council will hold a special meeting on August 18, 2026, primarily in closed session. The sole substantive agenda item is a conference with legal counsel regarding the initiation of one potential case. The meeting includes standard procedural steps such as roll call and public comment, but no other specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation (one potential case)

The Santa Rosa City Council held a special meeting to discuss one potential case of anticipated litigation in closed session. Following the closed session, the Council unanimously directed the City Attorney to initiate litigation.

• Directed City Attorney to initiate litigation (unanimous vote)