Santa Rosa public meetings in 2024

City Council

The December 31, 2024 regular meeting of the Santa Rosa City Council has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 7, 2025.

Waterways Advisory Committee

The December 26, 2024 regular meeting of the Waterways Advisory Committee has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, January 23, 2024.

Planning Commission

This meeting of the Santa Rosa Planning Commission has been cancelled. No items will be considered. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 9, 2025.

City Council

The regular City Council meeting scheduled for December 24, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 7, 2025.

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board will discuss and provide feedback on two key components of the Active Transportation Plan: a working draft of policy and program recommendations, and a project prioritization methodology. No final decisions are anticipated; the items are for board discussion only.

• Discussion of draft policy and program recommendations for the Active Transportation Plan
• Discussion of project prioritization methodology for the Active Transportation Plan
• Approval of October 17, 2024 regular meeting minutes

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board approved the October 17, 2024 meeting minutes by a 5-0 vote. The board received and filed staff reports on the Working Draft Policy and Program Recommendations for the Active Transportation Plan and the Project Prioritization Methodology, with no substantive decisions made.

• Approved October 17, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Received and filed Working Draft Policy for Active Transportation Plan
• Received and filed Project Prioritization Methodology for Active Transportation Plan

Public Financing Authority

The December 19, 2024 regular meeting of the Santa Rosa Public Financing Authority has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 16, 2025.

• Meeting cancelled

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will hold a concept design review for a proposed new 13,770-square-foot commercial truck service building for Hansel Ford at 0 Wiljan Ct. The board will provide comments and recommendations. No other substantive items are scheduled; the meeting also includes approval of minutes and board reports.

• Concept Design Review for Hansel Ford Service Building at 0 Wiljan Ct (DR24-049)

The Board reviewed a proposal for a 13,770 sf commercial truck service building at 0 Wiljan Ct. Board members provided comments and feedback following presentations by the City Planner and applicant representatives.

• Approved November 7, 2024 draft minutes
• Provided comments and feedback on Concept Design Review for Hansel Ford service building (DR24-049)

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public meeting to consider a Minor Conditional Use Permit for El Roy's Mobile Food Truck at 1511 and 1569 Sebastopol Road. The project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The decision is final unless appealed within 10 days.

• Public hearing on Minor Conditional Use Permit (CUP24-052) for El Roy's Mobile Food Truck at 1511 & 1569 Sebastopol Road

The Zoning Administrator approved a Minor Conditional Use Permit for El Roy’s Mobile Food Truck. The permit allows a mobile food vending vehicle at 1511 and 1569 Sebastopol Road.

• Approved Minor Conditional Use Permit for El Roy’s Mobile Food Truck at 1511 & 1569 Sebastopol Road (Resolution No. ZA-2024-047)
• Approved November 21, 2024 draft minutes
• Approved December 3, 2024 draft minutes
• Approved December 5, 2024 draft minutes

Board of Public Utilities

The Board of Public Utilities will discuss and consider recommending to City Council proposed water and wastewater rate increases of 6-7% annually for water and 5% annually for wastewater through FY29/30. The board will also consider rejecting all bids for Water Pump Station 9 electrical upgrades due to a single bid 78% over estimate, approving a $300,000 blanket purchase order with Cummins for CHP engine parts, and recommending an ordinance amending sewer code for EPA compliance.

• Recommend proposed water rate increases of 6-7% annually and wastewater rate increases of 5% annually for FY25/26 through FY29/30
• Reject all bids for Water Pump Station 9 electrical upgrades; sole bid of $2,903,800 exceeded estimate by 78%
• Approve waiver of bid and $300,000 blanket purchase order to Cummins, Inc. for CHP engine parts and services
• Recommend ordinance amending Santa Rosa City Code Title 15 (Sewers) to comply with EPA industrial pretreatment regulations
• Presentation on Sonoma Water transmission system capital projects update

The Board approved a $300,000 purchase order for parts at the Laguna Treatment Plant and rejected a bid for Water Pump Station 9 electrical upgrades due to cost. The Board also passed resolutions recommending rate increases for water and wastewater services and amending sewer code to comply with EPA regulations.

• Approved $300,000 purchase order to Cummins, Inc. (5-0)
• Rejected all bids for Water Pump Station 9 electrical upgrades (5-0)
• Adopted resolution recommending sewer code amendments (5-0)
• Adopted resolution recommending water and wastewater rate increases (5-0)

Cultural Heritage Board

The regular meeting of the Santa Rosa Cultural Heritage Board scheduled for December 18, 2024 was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 1, 2025.

City Council

The City Council will vote on a consent calendar including multiple contracts and policy extensions. Notable among them is a $897,999.94 agreement with Flock Group Inc. for automatic license plate recognition cameras for the police department. The Council will also hear a report on the American Rescue Plan Act spending plan update, with funds needing to be obligated by December 31, 2024.

• Flock Group Inc. ALPR camera contract: $897,999.94 for three-year lease with three optional renewals
• OIR Group LLC police department audit: $270,000 over three years
• Purchase of one RapidView IBAK sewer inspection vehicle: $421,434.80
• Extension of local homeless emergency proclamation
• Two amendments with Best Best & Krieger LLP for legal services: total $235,000 increase

The council unanimously approved a consent agenda of nine items. Key approvals included a $898,000 contract with Flock Group for Automatic License Plate Recognition cameras and a $500,000 agreement for an independent police department auditor. The council also extended the local homeless emergency proclamation and approved several other contracts for legal services, equipment, and park planning.

• Approved $898K Flock ALPR camera contract with three-year term (6-0)
• Approved $500K independent police department auditor contract (6-0)
• Extended local homeless emergency proclamation (6-0)
• Approved $195K legal services amendment for Airport Business Center appeal (6-0)
• Approved $143K purchase of Caterpillar compact excavator (6-0)
• Approved $421K sewer inspection vehicle purchase (6-0)
• Approved $118K environmental services amendment for Roseland Creek Park (6-0)
• Approved $284K Peregrine police software contract (6-0)

Housing Authority

The Housing Authority will consider consent items including modifying loan terms for Stony Point Flats Apartments, increasing the interest rate from 3% to 4.10% on a $1,200,000 loan and a $600,000 advance, and shifting the funding source from state to local funds. It will also consider assigning ten Project Based Vouchers for Heritage Park Apartments to a new owner and extending the contract term through 2026. Additionally, the board will receive a quarterly financial report and a pending development pipeline update.

• Modify $1,200,000 loan and $600,000 advance terms for Stony Point Flats Apartments at 2270 Stony Point Road (interest rate to 4.10%, funding source change)
• Assign ten Project Based Vouchers for Heritage Park Apartments to Linc Windsor Park, L.P. and extend AHAP through December 31, 2026
• Receive Housing Authority FY 2024/2025 Quarter 1 Financial Report
• Review Pending Development Pipeline Update (information only)
• Approve draft minutes from October 28, 2024

The Housing Authority approved a resolution to modify loan terms for Stony Point Flats Apartments, increasing interest rates and changing the funding source. The Authority also approved an assignment and extension of a housing assistance payments contract for Heritage Park Apartments.

• Approved loan modification for Stony Point Flats Apartments (5-1)
• Approved assignment of Heritage Park Apartments housing vouchers (6-0)
• Approved October 28, 2024 meeting minutes as submitted
• Commissioner Owen abstained from loan modification vote

Long-Term Financial Policy and Audit Subcommittee

The regular meeting of the Long-Term Financial Policy and Audit Subcommittee scheduled for December 12, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 23, 2024.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold two public hearings. The first considers recommending a zoning code text amendment to comply with recent state housing laws, affecting ADUs, density bonuses, shared parking, and eliminating rezonings for general plan consistency. The second considers streamlining the Landmark Alteration Permit process and consolidating the Cultural Heritage Board and Design Review Board into a single Design Review and Preservation Board. The commission will vote on resolutions recommending these changes to the City Council.

• Zoning code text amendment for ADUs, density bonuses, shared parking, and General Plan consistency for housing projects
• Consolidation of Cultural Heritage Board and Design Review Board into a single Design Review and Preservation Board
• Streamlined Landmark Alteration Permit process for properties in eight Preservation Districts and designated landmarks
• Recommendation to City Council on both public hearing items
• Amendment exempt from CEQA requirements

The Planning Commission voted to recommend two zoning code amendments to the City Council. The first aligns local rules with recent state housing legislation on ADUs, density bonuses, and shared parking. The second streamlines the landmark alteration permit process and consolidates the Cultural Heritage Board and Design Review Board into a single board. Both recommendations passed, with one recusal on the consolidation item.

• Recommended zoning code text amendment for state law compliance (6-0, 1 absent)
• Recommended landmark permit process improvements and board consolidation (5-0, 1 absent, 1 recused)

Board of Community Services

The Board of Community Services will consider recommending that the City Council amend City Code Chapter 2-04 and approve amended governing bylaws for the board. Additionally, staff will provide an informational update on Measure M, the city's parks and recreation funding measure. The meeting also includes approval of October 2024 minutes, director reports, and public comment.

• Proposed updates to Board of Community Services Governing Ordinance and Bylaws; recommendation to City Council to amend City Code Chapter 2-04 and board approval of amended bylaws
• Informational presentation on Measure M – parks and recreation funding update
• Approval of draft regular meeting minutes from October 23, 2024

City Council

The council will take action on a new three-year Memorandum of Understanding with the firefighters union (IAFF Local 1401) and a side letter for single-role paramedics. Other items include a study session on capital improvement program prioritization, a report on the Measure O public safety tax expenditures for FY 2023-24, and several consent items involving large contracts. Closed session will address litigation and real estate negotiations for properties on 3rd Street.

• Firefighter union contract (MOU and paramedic side letter) effective July 2024 through June 2027
• Sixth amendment to legal services agreement with Geary, Shea et al. for $550,000, not to exceed $100,000 total for trial
• Assignment and extension of investment advisory contract with PFM Asset Management: $1.72 million increase, total up to $3.22 million over 5 years
• Purchase order for one RapidView IBAK sewer inspection vehicle for $420,342 from John Doheny Company
• FY 2023-24 Measure O (Public Safety and Prevention Tax) annual report accepted for review

The City Council approved a legal services amendment, a fire union labor agreement, and an investment advisory contract. A sewer inspection vehicle purchase was continued to a later meeting.

• Appointed Scott Conrad to Mosquito Vector Control District (4-1)
• Waived reading and adopted Consent Items 13.1-13.3 (6-0)
• Approved Sixth Amendment to legal services agreement with Geary, Shea, O'Donnell, Grattan & Mitchell P.C. (6-0)
• Adopted Memorandum of Understanding for Unit 2 - Firefighting with IAFF Local 1401 (6-0)
• Approved Assignment and First Amendment to investment advisory agreement with PFM Asset Management (6-0)
• Continued sewer inspection vehicle purchase to December 17, 2024 (6-0)

Open Government Task Force Implementation Subcommittee

The December 5, 2024 regular meeting of the Open Government Task Force Implementation Subcommittee has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 6, 2025.

Design Review Board

The December 5, 2024 regular meeting of the Santa Rosa Design Review Board has been cancelled. The sole scheduled item—concept design review for a proposed 103-unit, 4-story mixed-use apartment complex at 2000 Piner Road (File No. DR24-034)—has been continued to January 16, 2025.

• Concept design review continued for 103-unit, 4-story mixed-use apartment complex at 2000 Piner Road, with ground-floor retail and senior housing, rental units, and amenities including a pool and community building

The Design Review Board regular meeting scheduled for December 5, 2024 was cancelled. The only agenda item, a concept design review for a 103-unit mixed-use apartment complex at 2000 Piner Road, was continued to January 16, 2025. No substantive decisions were made.

• Continued Item 9.1 (Concept Design Review for 2000 Piner Road, File No. DR24-034) to January 16, 2025

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on a minor conditional use permit to expand an existing six-bed community care facility to eight beds at 1506 Ronne Drive, and a public meeting on a hillside development permit for a two-story house and ADU at 844 Vaughn Court, a Tubbs Fire rebuild. Both projects are CEQA-exempt and staff recommends approval.

• Public hearing on CUP24-041: expand community care facility (Pura Vita) from 6 to 8 beds at 1506 Ronne Dr
• Public meeting on HDP23-003: 7,145 sq ft house and ADU at 844 Vaughn Ct, Tubbs Fire rebuild
• No consent items or minutes for approval
• Staff recommends approval for both items
• Both projects exempt from CEQA

Zoning Administrator Toomians approved a permit to increase a community care facility to eight beds. The Administrator also approved a hillside development permit for a single-family residence and accessory dwelling unit.

• Approved Minor Conditional Use Permit for 8-bed community care facility at 1506 Ronne Drive (Resolution No. ZA-2024-039)
• Approved Minor Hillside Development Permit for a two-story residence at 844 Vaughn Court (Resolution No. ZA-2024-046)

Board of Public Utilities

The Board of Public Utilities will hold a study session on the 2024 Water and Wastewater Cost of Service Study and proposed rate schedule for FY25/26 through FY29/30. They will also consider recommending City Council appropriate $406,993.91 from cell tower lease revenues to the Help 2 Others water bill assistance program. Additionally, the board may waive competitive bidding and authorize sole-source professional services agreements with Enthalpy Analytical ($150,000), Caltest Analytical Laboratory ($250,000), and Alpha Analytical Laboratories ($250,000) for analytical services including PFAS testing. A water and recycled water supply update will also be presented.

• Study session on proposed water and wastewater rate schedule for FY25/26 through FY29/30
• Recommendation to appropriate $406,993.91 in cell tower lease revenues to the Help 2 Others water bill assistance program
• Waiver of competitive bidding and sole-source agreement with Enthalpy Analytical for up to $150,000 for PFAS and other analytical services
• Waiver of competitive bidding and sole-source agreement with Caltest Analytical Laboratory for up to $250,000 for analytical services
• Waiver of competitive bidding and sole-source agreement with Alpha Analytical Laboratories for up to $250,000 for analytical services

The Board of Public Utilities held a study session on proposed water and wastewater rates for FY25/26-29/30 and approved four items. The board voted 4-2 to recommend City Council appropriate $406,993.91 from cell tower lease revenues to fund the Help 2 Others water bill assistance program. It also waived competitive bidding and awarded sole-source laboratory services contracts totaling $650,000 for PFAS and other testing.

• Recommended City Council approve $406,993.91 for H2O water bill assistance from cell tower lease revenues (4-2)
• Waived competitive bidding and awarded $150,000 sole-source contract to Enthalpy Analytical for PFAS and lab services (5-0)
• Waived competitive bidding and awarded $250,000 sole-source contract to Caltest Analytical Laboratory for lab services (5-0)
• Waived competitive bidding and awarded $250,000 sole-source contract to Alpha Analytical Laboratories for lab services (5-0)
• Approved November 7, 2024 meeting minutes as submitted

Community Advisory Board

The December 4, 2024 Community Advisory Board regular meeting was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. The agenda had included a vote on the CAB's 2025 annual work plan, approval of community improvement grants totaling $8,500, and adoption of the board's 2025 meeting schedule. All items will be carried to a future meeting; the next regular meeting is scheduled for January 22, 2025.

• Approval of the 2025 annual work plan for the Community Advisory Board
• Award of four Community Improvement Grants from Q3 and Q4 2024, totaling $8,500
• Adoption of the 2025 CAB meeting schedule, with meetings on every-other-month basis starting January 22
• Approval of draft minutes from October 30, 2024

Cultural Heritage Board

The December 4, 2024 regular meeting of the Cultural Heritage Board has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 18, 2024.

Climate Action Subcommittee

The December 4, 2024 regular meeting of the Santa Rosa Climate Action Subcommittee was cancelled because a quorum could not be reached. No items were decided or discussed. The next meeting has not been announced.

City Council

This meeting agenda indicates that the December 3, 2024 regular meeting of the Santa Rosa City Council has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 10, 2024.

Zoning Administrator

The Santa Rosa Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to consider a Design Review for the Lance Drive Housing Development at 1601 Guerneville Road. The project proposes 672 apartments, about 4,800 square feet of community-serving retail, and an outdoor plaza. Staff recommends approval. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, approval of minutes, and public comment.

• Public hearing on reduced review authority design review for Lance Drive Housing Development (672 apartments, 4,800 sq ft retail, outdoor plaza) at 1601 Guerneville Road

The Zoning Administrator approved a design review (Resolution ZA-2024-045) for a multifamily housing development at 1601 Guerneville Road and several Lance Drive parcels, including 672 apartments, 4,800 square feet of retail, and an outdoor plaza. The approval included amended conditions. Public comment was heard, with several speakers opposing and one speaking in favor.

• Approved design review for Lance Drive Housing Development (File PRJ24-005) with amended conditions

Santa Rosa Tourism Business Improvement Area Advisory Board

The Santa Rosa Tourism Business Improvement Area Advisory Board meets December 3, 2024, to discuss event support goals and strategies for 2025, evaluation criteria for event support applications, assessment-funded activities, and a 2024 annual report and 2025 work plan update. All items are listed as discussion only, with no votes or decisions scheduled.

• Discussion of Event Support Goals and Strategies for 2025
• Discussion of Event Support Application Evaluation and Scoring
• Discussion of Assessment-funded Activities
• Discussion of 2024 Annual Report and 2025 Work Plan Update
• Approval of September 26, 2024 draft minutes

The board approved the September minutes and discussed 2025 event support goals, application evaluation, assessment-funded activities, and the 2025 work plan. No votes were cast on substantive items.

• Approved September 26, 2024 draft minutes
• Discussed 2025 event support goals and strategies
• Discussed event support application evaluation and scoring
• Discussed assessment-funded activities
• Discussed 2024 annual report and 2025 work plan update

Art in Public Places Committee

The Art in Public Places Committee meeting for December 2, 2024, was cancelled. This agenda contains only procedural notice of the cancellation and the next meeting date. No items were proposed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled with no items on the agenda
• Next regular meeting scheduled for January 6, 2024

Santa Rosa Tourism Business Improvement Area Advisory Board

This regular meeting of the Santa Rosa Tourism Business Improvement Area Advisory Board scheduled for November 28, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on December 3, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled; no items were discussed or decided.

Waterways Advisory Committee

The November 28, 2024 regular meeting of the Santa Rosa Waterways Advisory Committee has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 23, 2024.

Planning Commission

This Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 12, 2024.

Community Advisory Board

The November 27, 2024, regular meeting of the Community Advisory Board has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 4, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.

City Council

The November 26, 2024 regular meeting of the Santa Rosa City Council has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 10, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled

Housing Authority

The Housing Authority regular meeting scheduled for November 25, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on December 16, 2024, at 1:30 PM.

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board

The November 21, 2024 regular meeting of the Santa Rosa Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 19, 2024.

Public Financing Authority

This meeting has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 19, 2024.

Design Review Board

This regular meeting of the Design Review Board was cancelled. No items were discussed or decided. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 5, 2024.

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing for a minor design review for the Tierra de Rosas Public Plaza, a 0.82-acre outdoor gathering space at 883 Sebastopol Road. Also scheduled are a public meeting for a minor conditional use permit to operate a senior care facility on four parcels at 1960–2008 Dennis Lane, and a public meeting for a minor design review for exterior modifications, including 640 sq ft of additional retail space, at Juanita Market 2, 1415 Maple Avenue. All projects are exempt from CEQA.

• Public hearing for minor design review of Tierra de Rosas Public Plaza at 883 Sebastopol Road (0.82-acre outdoor gathering space)
• Public meeting for minor conditional use permit for Dennis Lane Senior Community senior care facility at 1960, 1966, 1972, and 2008 Dennis Lane (up to 10 clients per parcel)
• Public meeting for minor design review of exterior modifications and 640 sq ft retail addition at Juanita Market 2, 1415 Maple Avenue
• Approval of draft minutes from November 7, 2024

Zoning Administrator McKay approved three projects: a public gathering place at Tierra de Rosas, a senior care facility on Dennis Lane, and retail additions at Juanita Market. The administrator also approved the meeting minutes from November 7, 2024.

• Approved Resolution No. ZA-2024-043 for a public gathering place at 665 and 883 Sebastopol Road
• Approved Resolution No. ZA-2024-042 for a senior care facility at 1960, 1966, 1972, and 2008 Dennis Lane
• Approved Resolution No. ZA-2024-044 for a 640-square foot addition and exterior modifications at 1415 Maple Ave
• Approved November 7, 2024 Draft Minutes

Board of Public Utilities

This meeting has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 5, 2024. No business will be conducted.

Santa Rosa Violence Prevention Partnership

The Partnership will receive updates on current work and data from staff and the Operational Team. The meeting includes a climate update regarding trends and incidents, as well as a presentation from Sonoma State University.

• Climate update on trends, hot spots, and major incidents
• Sonoma State University Pre-Collegiate Programs presentation
• Academic Talent Search and Upward Bound overview

The City Council unanimously approved an agreement with New Hope for Youth to provide street outreach and crisis response services starting January 1, 2025. The partnership also announced the start of the Clean Slate Tattoo Removal program intake process and a wellness resource fair at Montgomery High School.

• Approved Street Outreach and Crisis Response agreement with New Hope for Youth (unanimous)
• Approved CHOICE Grant Cycle XII selections for workforce and diversion programs
• Announced start of Clean Slate Tattoo Removal program intake process
• Announced wellness resource fair at Montgomery High School on December 5, 2024

Cultural Heritage Board

The November 20, 2024 regular meeting of the Santa Rosa Cultural Heritage Board has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 4, 2024. No items were considered or discussed.

City Council

The City Council will vote on three ordinances to replace existing Resilient City development measures with new standards, removing the -RC combining district from 8,383 parcels and adding fire recovery subdivision extensions. Other key decisions include accepting $2.5 million from the state for the Casa Roseland affordable housing project at 665/883 Sebastopol Road, approving a $190,000 increase in legal services for the Vannucci case, and extending JPMorgan Chase banking services through 2028. Several consent items, including a sewer inspection vehicle purchase and firefighter union MOU, have been continued to December 10.

• Adoption of Resilient City Standards, removing -RC zone from 8,383 parcels
• Acceptance of $2,500,000 from California HCD for Casa Roseland housing at 665/883 Sebastopol Road
• Fourth Amendment to legal services agreement with Geary Shea et al., increasing by $190,000 to $540,000 for Vannucci litigation
• Second Amendment to JPMorgan Chase banking services agreement, extending to Sept 2028, up to $600,000
• Approval of $482,641.29 for broadcast system upgrade at Utilities Field Operations building, 35 Stony Point Road

The Council unanimously approved a consent agenda including second-reading adoption of a new Resilient City Standards chapter (Chapter 20-35) and a zoning map amendment removing the Resilient City (-RC) combining district from 8,383 parcels. Also approved: a $2.5M state housing grant for Casa Roseland (665 & 883 Sebastopol Road), a $190,000 legal contract increase for Vannucci litigation, a banking services extension with JPMorgan Chase, and a $482,641 AV system upgrade at the Utilities Field Operations building. Two items (sewer inspection vehicle purchase and firefighter MOU) were continued to December 10, 2024. Council Member Chris Rogers announced his resignation effective December 2, 2024.

• Adopted Resilient City Standards ordinance (ORD-2024-012) on second reading (6-0)
• Approved zoning map amendment removing RC district from 8,383 parcels (6-0)
• Accepted $2,500,000 state housing grant for Casa Roseland (6-0)
• Approved $190,000 increase for legal contract with Geary, Shea… (total $540,000) (6-0)
• Approved second amendment to JPMorgan Chase banking agreement, extended through 2028 (6-0)
• Approved $482,641 AV system upgrade with PCD at Utilities Field Operations (6-0)
• Continued purchase of a $420,342 sewer inspection vehicle to December 10, 2024
• Continued firefighter MOU (IAFF Local 1401) to December 10, 2024

Long-Term Financial Policy and Audit Subcommittee

The regular scheduled meeting of the Long-Term Financial Policy and Audit Subcommittee for November 14, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 12, 2024, at 3:30 PM.

Planning Commission

The commission holds public hearings on three items: continuation of the Elm Tree Station gas station and retail project (874 N Wright Rd) to a date uncertain, a hearing on the General Plan 2050 Draft Environmental Impact Report (comments due Nov 20), and the Lance Drive Housing Development proposing 672 apartments, 98 single-family homes, and 4,800 sq ft of retail on 34.93 acres. The Lance Drive project requires approval of a Minor Conditional Use Permit and Tentative Map.

• Lance Drive Housing Development: 672-unit apartment complex, 98 single-family homes, 4,800 sq ft retail on 34.93 acres
• Elm Tree Station gas station and retail project at 874 N Wright Rd continued to uncertain date
• Public hearing on General Plan 2050 Draft Environmental Impact Report
• No consent items or presentations on the agenda

The Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit and tentative map for the Lance Drive Housing Development. The project includes a 672-unit apartment complex, 98 single-family homes, and retail space. A public hearing was also held for the General Plan 2050 Draft Environmental Impact Report.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Phase Two of Lance Drive Housing Development (7-0)
• Approved Tentative Map for Lance Drive Housing Development (7-0)
• Approved October 10, 2024 draft minutes
• Continued Elm Tree Station project hearing to a date uncertain

Economic Development Subcommittee

The Santa Rosa Economic Development Subcommittee will hear updates on the economic development strategy, business retention, entrepreneurship, community investment, and key economic indicators. Members will also discuss vacant parcel strategies and a potential pop-up program during a study session. All other items are information only.

• Discussion of vacant parcel strategies and pop-up program (study session, 7.7)
• Update on Economic Development Strategy Implementation Plan (7.1)
• Update on business retention and expansion (7.2)
• Update on entrepreneurship and small business (7.3)
• Update on Key Performance Indicators (KPI tracking, 7.6)

The Economic Development Subcommittee met to review updates on the Economic Development Strategy Implementation Plan, business retention, and small business support. The committee discussed vacant parcel strategies and a potential pop-up program but took no formal action.

• Approved September 10, 2024 draft minutes
• Discussed vacant parcel strategies and potential pop-up program
• Received updates on business retention and expansion
• Received updates on entrepreneurship and small business

City Council

The City Council will consider a 3.4% rate increase for Recology Sonoma Marin solid waste customers, effective January 1, 2025, and will discuss a pilot program for an Affordable Housing Capital Facilities Fee. The consent calendar includes several contracts: a $4.1 million extension for the inRESPONSE mental health team, authorization to apply for $5 million in federal transit grants, and staff classification changes. The mayor also plans to appoint an alternate representative to Zero Waste Sonoma and request approval of a Housing Authority leave of absence.

• 3.4% rate increase for Recology Santa Rosa customers effective Jan 1, 2025 (Item 15.1)
• Second amendment to inRESPONSE mental health contract with Catholic Charities, extended to 2029 and increased to $4,090,561 (Item 13.4)
• Authorization to file for federal transit grants and commit up to $5,028,268 in local matching funds (Item 13.3)
• Discussion of Affordable Housing Capital Facilities Fee Pilot Program (Item 15.2)
• Creation of 2 Technical Services Manager positions; elimination of 3 positions (Item 13.5)

The City Council approved a 3.4% rate increase for Santa Rosa residents who use Recology Sonoma Marin for solid waste collection, effective January 1, 2025. The Council also approved several consent items including a $4.09 million contract extension for the inRESPONSE mental health program, authorization to apply for $5 million in transit grants, and a classification reorganization in the Police Department. A separate vote approved an additional $44,000 for playground wood fiber supply.

• Approved 3.4% rate increase for Recology Sonoma Marin customers (6-0-1 absent)
• Approved second amendment to inRESPONSE contract with Catholic Charities, extending to 2029 and increasing to $4,090,561 (6-0-1 absent)
• Authorized filing of Federal Transit Administration and Surface Transportation Program grant applications for FY2025-26, committing up to $5,028,268 in local match (6-0-1 absent)
• Approved use of design-build procurement and issuance of RFP for energy conservation improvements including solar and battery storage (6-0-1 absent)
• Amended blanket purchase order with Jet Mulch for playground wood fiber, adding $44,000 (5-0-1 absent, 1 recused)
• Created Technical Services Manager classification (2 FTE) and eliminated three other positions (6-0-1 absent)
• Approved appointment of Shawn Kara as alternate member to Zero Waste Sonoma (6-0-1 absent)
• Approved leave of absence for Housing Authority Commissioner Wayne Downey through December 2024 (6-0-1 absent)

Subregional Wastewater Technical Advisory Committee

The Subregional Wastewater Technical Advisory Committee will consider approving draft minutes from April 4, 2024, and receive presentations on Environmental Services, Regional Operations, and a financial update for FY 2023/24. No other action items are on the agenda.

• Approval of April 4, 2024 regular meeting minutes (draft)
• Presentation: Environmental Services Division update
• Presentation: Regional Operations Division update
• Presentation: Fiscal Year 2023/24 financial update

Design Review Board

The Board will review a motion regarding the Spring Lake Village East Grove project. Additionally, members will hold a study session regarding landmark alteration processes and the potential consolidation of the Cultural Heritage Board and Design Review Board.

• Motion: Spring Lake Village East Grove
• Study Session: Landmark Alteration Process improvements
• Study Session: Consolidation of Cultural Heritage Board and Design Review Board

The Design Review Board approved a resolution determining that the Spring Lake Village East Grove project complies with zoning code and design guidelines. The board also held a study session on landmark alteration process improvements and board consolidation without taking action.

• Approved Spring Lake Village East Grove project compliance (7-0)
• Waived reading of text for project resolution
• Held study session on landmark alteration process improvements
• Held study session on Cultural Heritage Board and Design Review Board consolidation

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will hold public meetings on six land-use items, all CEQA-exempt: a fence setback legalization, a mobile food vendor permit, a community care facility expansion from 6 to 8 beds, a continued item for another care facility, and two hillside development permits for exterior changes and a new home. One item (CUP24-041) is continued to December 5, 2024.

• Minor Conditional Use Permit to legalize a 6-foot-7-inch fence at 3496 Spring Creek Drive
• Conditional Use Permit for Momo Man mobile food vendor at 1750 Santa Rosa Avenue (hours 11am-9pm daily)
• Minor Conditional Use Permit to expand Pura Vida Recovery Services community care facility from 6 to 8 beds at 6701 Montecito Boulevard
• Hillside Development Permit for concrete terrace, stairs, retaining walls, and water feature at 3605 Kelsey Knolls
• Hillside Development Permit for a new home exceeding the size of the home lost in the 2017 Tubbs Fire at 3731 Deauville Place

The Zoning Administrator approved four minor conditional use permits and two hillside development permits. A request for a public hearing on a community care facility was continued to December 5, 2024.

• Approved wood fence at 3496 Spring Creek Drive (Resolution ZA-2024-036)
• Approved mobile food vendor Momo Man at 1750 Santa Rosa Ave (Resolution ZA-2024-037)
• Approved 8-bed community care facility at 6701 MonteCito Blvd (Resolution ZA-2024-038)
• Continued community care facility hearing at 1506 Ronne Dr to Dec 5, 2024
• Approved hillside development permit for concrete terrace at 3605 Kelsey Knolls (Resolution ZA-2024-040)
• Approved hillside development permit for Deauville rebuild at 3731 Deauville Place (Resolution ZA-2024-041)

Board of Public Utilities

The Board of Public Utilities will consider approving a professional services agreement with EKI Environment & Water Inc. for the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan water demand and conservation analysis, at a cost not to exceed $546,804. Other consent items include a sole-source purchase of sludge-cleaning equipment for $200,000, a one-year extension for biosolids hauling services totaling $765,326, and a price increase for iron sponge media services. A separate report item seeks approval of a $448,788 contract for CEQA compliance technical services related to the Santa Rosa Water Supply Alternatives Plan.

• Professional Services Agreement with EKI Environment & Water Inc. for Urban Water Management Plan demand analysis, $546,804
• Sole-source purchase of one Huber Sludgecleaner Strainpress 290 unit from Huber Technology, $200,000
• Second Amendment to biosolids hauling contract with Poncia Fertilizer Inc., one-year extension for $765,326
• First Amendment for iron sponge media removal and disposal services from Carbon Supply Inc., $100,000 increase
• Professional Services Agreement with Montrose Environmental Solutions for CEQA compliance for Water Supply Alternatives Plan, $448,788

The Board of Public Utilities approved four consent items and one report item, including a $546,804 contract for a water demand analysis and a $765,326 biosolids hauling agreement. A separate contract for environmental compliance services was also approved.

• Approved PSA with EKI Environment & Water Inc. ($546,804) for water demand analysis
• Waived competitive bidding for Huber Technology Strainpress equipment ($200,000)
• Approved biosolids hauling services amendment with Poncia Fertilizer ($765,326)
• Approved Iron Sponge media services amendment with Carbon Supply ($100,000)
• Approved PSA with Montrose Environmental Solutions ($448,788) for CEQA compliance

Budget Review Subcommittee

The Budget Review Subcommittee will hear a presentation from staff and Hildebrand Consulting on the 2024 Water and Wastewater Rate Study, which proposes rate increases for fiscal years 2026-2030. The subcommittee will consider making a recommendation to the Board of Public Utilities. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Presentation of proposed Water and Wastewater rate increases for FY 2026-2030, with a request for a subcommittee recommendation to the Board of Public Utilities.

Climate Action Subcommittee

The November 6, 2024 meeting of the Santa Rosa Climate Action Subcommittee has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 4, 2024.

• Meeting of November 6, 2024 cancelled.

Cultural Heritage Board

This meeting was cancelled; no items were discussed or decided. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 20, 2024.

City Council

This regular meeting of the Santa Rosa City Council, originally scheduled for November 5, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Art in Public Places Committee

The Art in Public Places Committee will decide on a public art proposal for a Pomo Creek mural extension on Prince Memorial Greenway, including approval of design and $1,000 funding. They will also vote on project plans for a temporary art walk and Earth Day art. Additionally, the committee will receive informational updates on the Arts and Culture program and a budget review for fiscal years 22-23 through 24-25.

• 7.1: Pomo Creek Mural - Landscape Extension: Consider approve design and $1,000 for mural on Prince Memorial Greenway
• 7.2: Temporary Art Walk: Staff presents Public Art Project Plan for approval
• 7.3: Earth Day Art: Staff presents Public Art Project Plan for approval
• 7.4: Program Update: Arts and Culture program update (information only)
• 7.5: Budget Review: Review of budgets for FY 22-23, FY 23-24, FY 24-25 (information only)

The Art in Public Places Committee approved three public art project plans, including a mural design for the Pomo Creek Mural - Landscape Extension and temporary art walks for Earth Day and a general event. The committee also reviewed budget reports for fiscal years 2022-23 through 2024-25.

• Approved Pomo Creek Mural design and $1,000 (4-0)
• Approved temporary art walk project plan (4-0)
• Approved Earth Day public art project plan (4-0)
• Received budget review for FY 22-23, FY 23-24, and FY 24-25 (Information Only)

Community Advisory Board

This special meeting includes a motion to disburse $25,000 in Q3 2024 Community Improvement Grants among 10 eligible applications. The board will also consider approving its 2025 annual work plan and receive information about grant eligibility criteria.

• Motion to award $25,000 in Q3 2024 Community Improvement Grants to selected applicants
• Proposed approval of the 2025 annual work plan with recommendation to City Council
• Review of Community Improvement Grant eligibility criteria, application process, and deadlines (information only)
• Public comment available in-person, via Zoom, or by phone

The Community Advisory Board denied three grant applications, approved five, and tabled the approval of the 2025 work plan until the December meeting. The board discussed the use of remaining grant funds and potential conflicts of interest.

• Denied AAPIC General Meeting grant (7-1)
• Denied Historic Railroad Square Carriage Rides (9-0)
• Approved Sonoma CAN Family Area (8-1)
• Approved Prophetic Kitchen (8-3)
• Approved South Park Soccer Club (8-3)
• Approved Wellness & Cultural Arts Workshop (8-3)
• Approved Museum-on-the-Go (8-3)
• Denied Greater Cherry Spring Fling (7-1)

Public Safety and Prevention Tax Citizens' Oversight Committee (Formerly Measure O)

The Public Safety and Prevention Tax Citizens' Oversight Committee (formerly Measure O) will hear a three-part presentation from Fire, Police, and Violence Prevention on the FY 2023-24 Annual Report and vote on its approval. The committee will also consider a recommendation to Council for a contract to enhance Street Outreach and Crisis Response Teams. The meeting includes approval of prior meeting minutes and discussion of future agenda items.

• Review and approve FY 2023-24 Annual Report covering Fire, Police, and Violence Prevention spending
• Presentation and recommendation to Council for a contract to enhance the Street Outreach and Crisis Response Teams
• Approval of special meeting minutes from April 10, 2024
• Public comment in person or by email before the meeting

The committee voted unanimously (6-0) to recommend the FY 2023-24 Annual Report and a contract enhancing Street Outreach and Crisis Response Teams to the City Council. The annual report covers spending from the public safety tax across police, fire, and violence prevention programs. The committee also suggested future reports include fund health sections based on sales tax trends.

• Approved minutes of April 10, 2024 special meeting (6-0)
• Approved FY 2023-24 Annual Report for presentation to City Council (6-0)
• Recommended contract for Street Outreach and Crisis Response Teams to City Council (6-0)

Housing Authority

The Housing Authority will consider approving conditional loan commitments totaling about $3,182,500 for four affordable housing projects, funded through the FY 2024-2025 NOFA and HOME programs. A study session will provide an update on the HUD-VASH program and its operating requirements. The board will also review a pending development pipeline update and approve the September 23, 2024 minutes.

• $1,000,000 loan to Burbank Housing for rehabilitation of West Avenue Apartments at 1400 West Avenue
• $600,000 loan to Stony Point Flats, L.P. for construction at 2270 Stony Point Road
• $832,500 loan to Laurel at Perennial Park Phase III at 250 Renaissance Way
• $750,000 loan to Danco Communities for Ponderosa Village at 250 Roseland Avenue
• Study session on updated HUD-VASH operating requirements (August 13, 2024)

The Housing Authority approved conditional loan commitments totaling $3,182,500 for the rehabilitation and construction of affordable housing units. The board also approved the meeting minutes from September 23, 2024.

• Approved $1,000,000 loan for West Avenue Apartments rehabilitation (4-1-1)
• Approved $600,000 loan for Stony Point Flats construction (4-1-1)
• Approved $832,500 loan for Laurel at Perennial Park Phase III (4-1-1)
• Approved $750,000 loan for Ponderosa Village construction (4-1-1)
• Approved September 23, 2024 draft minutes

Waterways Advisory Committee

The Waterways Advisory Committee approved the June 27, 2024 draft minutes as submitted. The committee heard a presentation on the Santa Rosa Active Transportation Plan Update and updates from Santa Rosa Water on Creek Week, the Creek Stewardship Program, and Phase 3 of the Lower Colgan Creek Restoration Project. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved June 27, 2024 draft minutes

Planning Commission

This meeting has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on November 14, 2024. The Elm Tree Station project, a proposed gas station with retail and an apartment at 874 N Wright Rd, has been continued to that date.

• Meeting cancelled; next meeting November 14, 2024
• Elm Tree Station project (874 N Wright Rd) continued to November 14 - includes 3,448 SF and 432 SF retail, 24/7 gas station, one apartment unit
• Presentation on Santa Rosa Active Transportation Plan update listed but not held due to cancellation

Board of Community Services

This is a regular meeting of the Santa Rosa Board of Community Services with largely procedural items and an informational update on the Recreation & Parks Department's volunteer programs. No binding decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Volunteer Program Update – informational presentation by Recreation and Parks staff on 2024 volunteer programs

City Council

The Santa Rosa City Council will hold a study session on General Fund budget reductions, with no action expected but possible direction to staff. The agenda also includes closed session discussions on PFAS-related litigation against Tyco and BASF, and consent items such as approving contingency funds for Transit Mall roadbed rehabilitation, purchasing two rescue ambulances, extending the homeless emergency proclamation, and amending a security guard contract. A council member has requested a future agenda item to discuss the 10% in-place transfer rent increase limit in city code.

• Study session on General Fund budget reductions (Item 4.1)
• Approve $150,000 contingency for Transit Mall Roadbed Rehabilitation (Item 13.2)
• Purchase two rescue ambulances for $491,728 using cooperative pricing (Item 13.5)
• Approve $430,002 amendment to security guard contract with Allied Universal (Item 13.6)
• Extend local homeless emergency proclamation (Item 13.7)

The City Council voted unanimously to opt out of two class-action settlements with Tyco Fire Products LP and BASF Corporation related to PFAS contamination, avoiding premature settlement. In consent items, the Council approved $150,000 in contingency funds for Transit Mall Roadbed Rehabilitation and adopted an environmental review for Samuel L. Jones Hall Homeless Shelter Phase 2 improvements. Council also voted to add a future agenda item regarding the 10% rent increase for in-place transfers in city code. A study session on General Fund budget reductions was held with no formal action.

• Unanimously opted out of Tyco Fire Products and BASF PFAS settlements (closed session), reported as unanimous vote
• Approved $150,000 contingency for Transit Mall Roadbed Rehabilitation (6-0, Alvarez absent)
• Adopted Mitigated Negative Declaration for Samuel L. Jones Hall Homeless Shelter Phase 2 (6-0)
• Rejected all bids for Low Impact Development at Municipal Services Center North (6-0)
• Approved adding agenda item on 10% in-place transfer rent increases in City Code 6-66.050(B) (7-0)
• Approved minutes of October 8, 2024 regular meeting (unanimous)

Contract Review Subcommittee

The Contract Review Subcommittee will consider two proposed professional services agreements. One is with Montrose Environmental Solutions for $448,788 for CEQA compliance documents to expand groundwater supply. The other is with EKI Environment & Water for $546,804 to prepare a regional water demand and conservation analysis for the 2025 Urban Water Management Plans.

• Proposed PSA with Montrose Environmental Solutions, $448,788 for CEQA compliance for water supply alternatives plan
• Proposed PSA with EKI Environment & Water, $546,804 for regional water demand and conservation analysis
• Both contracts are for Santa Rosa Water and involve collaboration with other Sonoma Water retail agencies

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board will receive reports on the Fiscal Year 2025/2026 Transportation and Public Works Work Plan for active transportation projects, and on draft recommended projects for the Active Transportation Plan with Phase 2 public outreach. The board may provide input and feedback but no action is required.

• Report on Fiscal Year 2025/2026 Transportation and Public Works Work Plan for active transportation projects (Item 7.1)
• Draft recommended projects for the Active Transportation Plan (ATP) and Phase 2 of public outreach (Item 7.2)
• Approval of August 29, 2024 regular meeting minutes (Item 5.1)
• Public comments accepted via email or in-person

The Board approved the minutes from the August 29, 2024 meeting. Other agenda items regarding the Transportation and Public Works Work Plan and the Active Transportation Plan were received and filed without formal action.

• Approved August 29, 2024 Regular Meeting Minutes (6-0)

Public Financing Authority

The October 17, 2024 regular meeting of the Public Financing Authority has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 21, 2024.

Design Review Board

The October 17, 2024 regular meeting of the Santa Rosa Design Review Board has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, November 7, 2024.

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on a Minor Design Review for eight new single-family attached dwellings (townhomes) at 6521 Montecito Blvd. The project is exempt from CEQA and staff recommends approval. The final map was already recorded in November 2023.

• Minor Design Review for 8 townhomes at 6521 Montecito Blvd (DR23-042)
• Staff recommendation: approval
• Project exempt from California Environmental Quality Act

The Zoning Administrator approved a Minor Design Review for eight townhomes at 6521 Montecito Boulevard. The approval included added conditions.

• Approved Resolution ZA-2024-035 for Montecito Boulevard townhomes (unanimous)
• Approved October 3, 2024 Draft Minutes as submitted

Board of Public Utilities

The Board of Public Utilities will hold a public hearing to adopt new and increased miscellaneous fees for water and wastewater services, with changes taking effect December 16, 2024. The board will also discuss a trash pilot study along Sebastopol Avenue to reduce storm drain pollution, and receive an update on water supply. A closed session is scheduled regarding anticipated and existing PFAS contamination litigation against Tyco Fire Products and BASF.

• Public hearing to adopt new and increased miscellaneous water/wastewater fees, last updated in 2022, effective December 16, 2024 (Item 9.1)
• Study session on E.P.I.C. Collaborative trash pilot study along Sebastopol Avenue to comply with state 2030 trash provisions (Item 4.1)
• Water and recycled water supply update briefing (Item 6.1)
• Closed session to discuss anticipated litigation against Tyco Fire Products and BASF over PFAS contamination (Items 16.1-16.3)
• Approval of September 5, 2024 regular meeting minutes (Item 5.1)

The Board of Public Utilities adopted new Water Department miscellaneous fees and charges, which will take effect December 16, 2024. The fees are set through June 30, 2026, and authorize the Water Director to adjust them annually based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI).

• Adopted new Water Department miscellaneous fees and charges (6-0)
• Authorized Water Director to adjust fees annually based on CPI (6-0)
• Approved September 5, 2024 meeting minutes as submitted
• Opened and closed Public Hearing on fee changes

Board of Building Regulations Appeals

This regular meeting of the Board of Building Regulations Appeals was cancelled. No agenda items were considered. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, January 15, 2025.

Cultural Heritage Board

The October 16, 2024 regular meeting of the Cultural Heritage Board has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 6, 2024.

Public Safety Subcommittee

The Public Safety Subcommittee will receive updates on police violence reduction strategies, progress on the illicit massage establishment ordinance, and the Measure H implementation plan for fire department revenue. The meeting includes approval of July 23 minutes and department reports, but no formal decisions are scheduled.

• Update on illicit massage establishment ordinance and recent enforcement operations
• Police chief overview of violence reduction strategies with data-led policing
• Fire department review of Measure H implementation planning
• Approval of July 23, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Police and fire department operational updates

The subcommittee reviewed progress on updating the Massage Establishment City Ordinance and received an overview of police violence reduction strategies. The Fire Department provided a review of Measure H implementation planning processes.

• Approved July 23, 2024, meeting minutes

City Council

This regular City Council meeting has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 22, 2024.

Long-Term Financial Policy and Audit Subcommittee

The Long-Term Financial Policy and Audit Subcommittee will review the General Fund's structural deficit and discuss the methodology for budget reductions, which determines how city services are funded. Staff will also initiate a discussion on the process for funding citywide events. The meeting includes approval of draft minutes from June 13, 2024, and notes cancellations for July through September 2024.

• FY 23/24 year-end budget review and budget reduction planning
• General Fund structural deficit overview and reduction methodology
• Discussion on the process for funding citywide events
• Approval of draft minutes for the June 13, 2024 regular meeting
• Cancellation notices for July 11, August 8, and September 12, 2024 meetings

The subcommittee approved the meeting minutes from June 13, 2024. Members received informational presentations regarding the General Fund structural deficit and the process for funding citywide events. No formal policy decisions were made during the meeting.

• Approved June 13, 2024 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider an appeal of the Zoning Administrator's approval of a Minor Conditional Use Permit for a health/fitness facility with extended hours at 551 Summerfield Road. Staff recommends denying the appeal and upholding the permit. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Public hearing on appeal of Zoning Administrator's decision to approve Minor Conditional Use Permit (CUP23-063) for a health/fitness facility at 551 Summerfield Road

The Planning Commission denied an appeal of the Zoning Administrator's decision to approve a Minor Conditional Use Permit for a health/fitness facility with extended hours at 551 Summerfield Road. The vote was 6-0, upholding the permit. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Denied appeal and upheld Minor Conditional Use Permit (CUP23-063) for health/fitness facility at 551 Summerfield Road (6-0)

Subregional Wastewater Technical Advisory Committee

The October 10, 2024 regular meeting of the Subregional Wastewater Technical Advisory Committee has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.

City Council

The city council will hold study sessions on a senior housing combining district for 12 mobile home parks and on vacant parcel activation strategies. It will also adopt a second reading of an ordinance to increase the maximum general business tax to $10,000 annually, subject to voter approval. A public hearing will consider amending the General Plan's Noise and Safety Element to incorporate the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan. Closed session includes litigation on PFAS contamination and labor negotiations with the firefighters union.

• Study session on Senior Housing Combining District for 12 mobile home parks
• Study session on Vacant Parcel Activation Strategies
• Adoption of prezoning for properties on Barbara Drive, Robin Way, Eddy Drive, Moorland Avenue, Bellevue Avenue into R-1-6 and R-2 districts
• Adoption of General Business Tax increase to $10,000 annually (subject to voter approval) amending Chapter 6-04
• Public Hearing on General Plan Amendment to Noise and Safety Element incorporating Local Hazard Mitigation Plan

The City Council adopted an ordinance to prezone properties on Barbara Drive, Robin Way, Eddy Drive, Moorland Avenue, and Bellevue Avenue into single-family and medium density multi-family residential districts. The Council also held study sessions regarding senior housing for mobile home parks and vacant parcel activation strategies.

• Approved prezoning of Barbara Drive, Robin Way, Eddy Drive, Moorland Avenue, and Bellevue Avenue to R-1-6 and R-2 districts (7-0)
• Approved September 24, 2024, Regular Meeting Minutes
• Received and filed closed session item 3.4 regarding labor negotiators

Art in Public Places Committee

The Art in Public Places Committee will vote on a mural design for Parking Garage 9 by artist Chris McKee and nominate two members for a Police Fence Mural selection panel. They will also consider approving a Public Art Proposal Form and receive updates on the Temporary Art Walk program and a new call-for-art platform.

• Approval of mural design for Parking Garage 9 (artist Chris McKee)
• Nomination of two committee members for Police Fence Mural selection panel
• Approval of Public Art Proposal Form
• Discussion of Temporary Art Walk program update
• Information on new call for art platform and volunteer needs

The committee approved a mural design for Parking Garage 9 by artist Chris McKee with a 4-0 vote. They also approved the Public Art Proposal Form as amended by a 4-0 vote. Two members were nominated to the Police Fence Mural selection panel.

• Approved Parking Garage 9 mural design by Chris McKee (4-0, 3 absent)
• Approved Public Art Proposal Form as amended (4-0, 3 absent)
• Nominated Vice-Chair Kiefer and Committee Member Nathanson to Police Fence Mural selection panel (no recorded vote)

Open Government Task Force Implementation Subcommittee

This subcommittee meeting will receive presentations on the status of implementing the Open Government chapter of the City Code and on increasing Spanish-language accessibility at City Council meetings. No binding decisions are scheduled; possible direction to staff may be given.

• Presentation on Open Government City Code implementation status
• Presentation on increased Spanish accessibility at City Council meetings
• Approval of draft minutes from April 4, 2024

Design Review Board

The October 3, 2024 regular meeting of the Design Review Board has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 17, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled per notice dated September 25, 2024
• Next regular meeting: October 17, 2024

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on a minor conditional use permit to expand an existing child daycare center from 12 to 40 clients at 1620 Sonoma Avenue. A consent item also involves a zoning interpretation on parking requirements for residential uses within the North Station Area Specific Plan. Both items are exempt from CEQA.

• Public hearing on minor conditional use permit (CUP24-037) to expand daycare from 12 to 40 clients at 1620 Sonoma Avenue, hours 6 AM–6 PM
• Zoning interpretation on required parking for various residential land use types in the North Station Area Specific Plan
• Approval of draft minutes from September 19, 2024
• All items are CEQA-exempt

The Zoning Administrator approved the September 19 draft minutes. They approved Zoning Interpretation No. 24-001, which clarifies parking requirements in the North Santa Rosa Station Area Specific Plan. They also approved a minor conditional use permit (CUP24-037) to expand a child day care center at 1620 Sonoma Avenue from 12 to 40 clients, with hours from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

• Approved September 19, 2024 draft minutes as submitted
• Approved Zoning Interpretation No. 24-001 on parking requirements in North Santa Rosa Station Area Specific Plan
• Approved Resolution ZA-2024-034 for minor conditional use permit CUP24-037 for child day care center at 1620 Sonoma Avenue, expanding from 12 to 40 clients

Board of Public Utilities

The October 3, 2024, meeting was cancelled due to a loss of quorum. Scheduled items were moved to the October 17, 2024, meeting.

• Study Session: E.P.I.C. Collaborative Trash Pilot Study on Sebastopol Avenue
• Staff Briefing: Water and recycled water supply update
• Public Hearing: Adoption of new and increased miscellaneous water and wastewater fees

Cultural Heritage Board

The regular meeting of the Santa Rosa Cultural Heritage Board scheduled for October 2, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for October 16, 2024.

Climate Action Subcommittee

The October 2, 2024 Climate Action Subcommittee meeting was cancelled because a quorum could not be reached. No decisions or discussions took place. The meeting had been scheduled to include a staff overview on existing city codes, policies, and procedures for tree planting and maintenance on private and public property.

• Meeting cancelled – no quorum
• Item 6.1: Trees – Existing codes, policies, and procedures (staff briefing and discussion planned)

City Council

This regular meeting of the Santa Rosa City Council has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 8, 2024.

Design Review Board

This special meeting of the Design Review Board has one agenda item: concept design review for a new four-story, 100-foot-tall events and conference center at 620 3rd Street, which also includes a redesign of Comstock Mall. The board will provide comments and recommendations on the proposed 104,000-square-foot structure, which features a cantilever over Comstock Mall and a barrel-vaulted copper roof over the grand ballroom. No final decision is being made at this meeting.

• Concept design review for a 104,000-sq-ft, 4-story events and conference center at 620 3rd St (DR24-027)
• Proposed cantilever over Comstock Mall and barrel-vaulted roof with uncured copper roofing
• Board will provide comments and recommendations only; no vote on approval

The Design Review Board met to discuss the concept design for a new four-story events and conference center at 620 3rd St. The board heard public comments and staff presentations but did not vote on any approvals or denials.

• Meeting called to order at 4:31 p.m.
• Public comment period opened and closed
• Staff and applicant representatives answered questions
• Board members provided comments and feedback
• Meeting adjourned at 5:31 p.m.

Santa Rosa Tourism Business Improvement Area Advisory Board

The Santa Rosa Tourism Business Improvement Area Advisory Board will discuss and possibly approve event support funding based on scoring results. The board will also receive updates on recent events funded and the 2024 Annual Report and 2025 Work Plan. Staff introductions and approval of prior meeting minutes are also on the agenda.

• Discussion and possible approval of event support funding based on scoring results and staff recommendations (Item 8.1)
• Update on 2024 First Cycle Event Support Summary Report (Item 8.2)
• Presentation of 2024 Annual Report and 2025 Work Plan (Item 8.3)
• Introduction of new Chief Economic Development Officer Scott Adair and Public Arts Coordinator Meredith Knudsen
• Introduction of new Advisory Board member Steven Boswell, General Manager of Flamingo Hotel

The Santa Rosa Tourism Business Improvement Area Advisory Board approved staff recommendations for event support funding. The board also introduced new staff members and a new board member. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved event support funding recommendations (6-0)
• Approved March 28, 2024 draft minutes
• Approved April 16, 2024 special meeting draft minutes
• Introduced Chief Economic Development Officer Scott Adair
• Introduced Public Arts Coordinator Meredith Knudsen
• Introduced new Board Member Steven Boswell

Waterways Advisory Committee

The September 26, 2024 regular meeting of the Santa Rosa Waterways Advisory Committee has been cancelled. No business was conducted. For more information, contact Michael Wilroy.

Planning Commission

The September 26, 2024 regular meeting of the Santa Rosa Planning Commission has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 10, 2024.

Board of Community Services

The September 25, 2024 regular meeting of the Board of Community Services has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 23, 2024. No agenda items were discussed.

The September 25, 2024 regular meeting of the Santa Rosa Board of Community Services was cancelled. No substantive decisions or actions were taken. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 23, 2024.

Community Advisory Board

The Community Advisory Board regular meeting scheduled for September 25, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on October 23, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled; no items considered

City Council

The City Council will vote on several consent items, including a grant application for up to $1.25M for affordable multifamily housing, funding recommendations for Measure H violence prevention grants, and professional services agreements. A closed session will discuss real property negotiations at 730 3rd Street and labor negotiations with the Santa Rosa Firefighters Association.

• Grant application to Prohousing Incentive Program not to exceed $1.25M for affordable rental housing
• Measure H CHOICE Cycle XII grant funding recommendations for violence prevention programs
• Supplement No. 5 for Quick Build low-stress bicycle facilities, $200,000 for bollards on four roadway segments
• First amendment to grant writing services agreement with Renne Public Policy Group, total not to exceed $148,800
• Increase compensation for fuel station maintenance ($50,000) and abandoned vehicle towing ($95,000)

The City Council adopted several resolutions including funding recommendations for the Measure H (2022) CHOICE Cycle XII Grant Program and the procurement of K71 bollards for bicycle facilities. The Council also authorized a grant application for affordable housing and updated the city's Conflict of Interest Code.

• Approved Measure H (2022) CHOICE Cycle XII Grant Program funding recommendations (5-0)
• Adopted amended Conflict of Interest Code for designated city positions (5-0)
• Approved $200,000 for K71 bollards for Quick Build Low-Stress Bicycle Facilities (5-0)
• Authorized grant application to CA Dept of Housing and Community Development up to $1,250,000 (5-0)
• Directed Mayor to support Gerard Giudice and Kevin McDonnell for Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee (5-0)
• Approved September 10, 2024, Regular Meeting Minutes (5-0)

Housing Authority

The Housing Authority will hear a Q4 unaudited financial report for FY 2023/24 and an overview of the Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) for 2023-2031. They will consider appointing two commissioners to an ad hoc committee for FY 2024/2025 Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA). Consent items include a resolution acknowledging completion of Caritas Homes Phase I, a 64-unit rental project at 340 7th Street, and approval of draft minutes from August 26, 2024.

• Q4 unaudited financial report for FY 2023/24
• Overview of Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) 2023-2031
• Motion to appoint two commissioners to the NOFA Ad Hoc Committee
• Resolution acknowledging completion of Caritas Homes Phase I (64 units, 340 7th Street)
• Pending development pipeline update for information

The Housing Authority appointed two commissioners to a funding committee and approved a resolution acknowledging the completion of Caritas Homes Phase I. No substantive policy changes were made.

• Appointed 2 commissioners to FY 2024/2025 NOFA Ad Hoc Committee (5-0)
• Approved resolution acknowledging completion of Caritas Homes Phase I (5-0)
• Approved August 26, 2024 draft minutes as submitted (5-0)

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board's regular meeting scheduled for September 19, 2024, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided. The next regular meeting is set for October 17, 2024.

Public Financing Authority

The Public Financing Authority will hold a policy discussion on key elements of the Downtown Infrastructure Financing Plan (IFP), including tax percentage commitment and potential projects. No formal action will be taken, but the board may provide direction to staff.

• Policy discussion on Downtown IFP, covering tax percentage commitment and projects; no vote expected

The Public Financing Authority held a policy discussion on key elements of the Downtown Infrastructure Financing Plan (IFP) but took no formal action. The board approved the June 20, 2024 draft minutes as submitted.

• Approved June 20, 2024 draft minutes as submitted

Design Review Board

The September 19, 2024 regular meeting of the Santa Rosa Design Review Board has been cancelled due to a noticing issue. A special meeting is scheduled for September 26, 2024, for a concept review of a Santa Rosa Event and Conference Center. The next regular meeting will be held on October 3, 2024.

• Regular meeting of September 19 cancelled due to noticing issue
• Special meeting set for September 26 for concept review of Santa Rosa Event and Conference Center
• Next regular meeting scheduled for October 3, 2024

Zoning Administrator

The Santa Rosa Zoning Administrator will hold a public meeting to consider a minor conditional use permit for Storybrook Village Preschool, a child day care center at 4295 Montgomery Drive serving up to 24 children. The board will also consider a minor conditional use permit and design review for a roof-mounted telecommunications facility at 3562 Round Barn Circle. Both projects are recommended for approval and are exempt from CEQA review.

• Minor Conditional Use Permit for Storybrook Village Preschool child day care center at 4295 Montgomery Drive, serving children 18 months to 6 years, max 24 children, hours 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM weekdays.
• Minor Conditional Use Permit and Minor Design Review for new roof-mounted telecommunications facility atop three-story Vista Clinic Pharmacy building at 3562 Round Barn Circle, designed to be camouflaged and screened from public view.
• Both projects are recommended for approval and are CEQA-exempt.
• Public comments accepted in person, via email, or by Zoom; meeting at 637 1st St, Santa Rosa.

The Zoning Administrator approved a minor conditional use permit for a child day care center at Storybrook Village Preschool and a telecommunications facility at 3562 Round Barn Circle. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved Resolution ZA-2024-029 for Storybrook Village Preschool (CUP24-026)
• Approved Resolution ZA-2024-030 for telecommunications facility at 3562 Round Barn Circle (PRJ24-008)

Board of Public Utilities

The September 19, 2024 regular meeting of the Santa Rosa Board of Public Utilities has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting will take place on October 3, 2024 at 1:30 p.m.

• Meeting cancelled; no items were considered or discussed.

Community Advisory Board

The Community Advisory Board will decide on four Community Improvement Grant applications totaling $10,000 for projects including a festival, a mosaic bench, food bags for the unhoused, and a mobile hygiene unit. The board will also elect a Vice-Chair for the remainder of the term. The meeting includes approval of draft minutes from July 24, 2024.

• Quarter 2 Community Improvement Grant applications totaling $10,000: Vince Harper's South Park Day & Night Festival, Prince Plaza Mosaic Bench, Bags of Love Program from Food for Thought, and We Supply Sonoma mobile unit
• Election of a Vice-Chair to serve the remaining term beginning September 18, 2024
• Approval of draft minutes from the July 24, 2024 meeting
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda

The board unanimously approved four Community Improvement Grants totaling $10,000 for projects including a festival, a mosaic bench, a food program for unsheltered residents, and a mobile hygiene unit. The board also elected Andrea Rodriguez as Vice Chair. Minutes from July 24 were approved as submitted.

• Approved July 24, 2024 minutes as submitted (9-0)
• Elected Andrea Rodriguez as Vice Chair (9-0)
• Approved $10,000 in Q2 2024 Community Improvement Grants: Vince Harper's South Park Day & Night Festival, Prince Plaza Mosaic Bench, Bags of Love Program, and We Supply Sonoma (9-0)

Santa Rosa Violence Prevention Partnership

This is a regular meeting of the Santa Rosa Violence Prevention Partnership focusing on updates and discussion. Scheduled items include a climate update on violence trends and hotspots, and a report on the Global Homeboy Network Gathering to begin developing a workforce development strategy. No votes or binding decisions are listed; the agenda is largely procedural and discussion-oriented.

• Public comment period for matters not on the agenda
• Partnership staff update on current work, data, successes, and barriers
• Climate update: review of violence trends, hotspots, major incidents, and collaboration opportunities
• Workforce development strategy discussion following Global Homeboy Network Gathering

The meeting was informational; no formal votes or decisions were taken. Partners reported on crime trends, school incidents, and a planned working group for workforce development.

• No formal decisions were made.

Cultural Heritage Board

This regular meeting of the Santa Rosa Cultural Heritage Board was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 2, 2024.

Budget Review Subcommittee

The Budget Review Subcommittee will discuss Santa Rosa Water's proposed new and revised miscellaneous fees and charges for specific services. Staff will present methodologies for escalating those fees. The subcommittee may make a recommendation to the Board for a public hearing on October 3, 2024. Public comment is accepted in-person or by email.

• New and revised miscellaneous fees and charges for Santa Rosa Water services
• Discussion of current and proposed future fee escalation methodologies
• Potential recommendation to the Board for a public hearing on October 3, 2024
• Attachments include new fee methodology, current fee schedule, and redline revised schedule

City Council

The regular meeting of the Santa Rosa City Council scheduled for September 17, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 24, 2024.

Long-Term Financial Policy and Audit Subcommittee

The September 12, 2024 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 10, 2024 at 3:30pm. No items were discussed or decided.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on five items: extensions for the Cherry Ranch (67 units) and Dutton Meadows (137 units) subdivisions, a new 25-unit Acacia Village development with three low-income units, a citywide Resilient City Standards update affecting 8,383 parcels, and a General Plan amendment to incorporate the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan for disaster relief funding.

• Cherry Ranch subdivision time extension at 930 Fresno Ave (67 units)
• Dutton Meadows subdivision second extension at 2684 Dutton Meadow (137 units)
• Acacia Village Conditional Use Permit and Tentative Map at 746 Acacia Lane (25 units, 3 low-income)
• Resilient City Standards: text amendment to add Chapter 20-35, remove combining district, reclassify 8,383 parcels
• General Plan Noise and Safety Element amendment to incorporate Local Hazard Mitigation Plan

Economic Development Subcommittee

The Economic Development Subcommittee will meet to receive informational updates on several items, including the Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District (EIFD), Downtown Action Organization, current interest rates and labor market, the Asawa Fountain project, and event marketing. The meeting also includes the introduction of a new Chief Economic Development Officer and a discussion on key performance indicators to track. No votes or decisions are scheduled; all items are for information or discussion only.

• Introduction of Scott Adair as new Chief Economic Development Officer
• Update on Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District (EIFD)
• Update on Downtown Action Organization (DAO)
• Update on Asawa Fountain project
• Discussion of key performance indicators (KPIs) to track

The subcommittee approved the July 9, 2024 draft minutes and received informational updates on the Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District, Downtown Action Organization, interest rates and vacancies, the Asawa Fountain project, events marketing, and key performance indicators. No substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved July 9, 2024 draft minutes (3-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold closed session on litigation and property negotiations, conduct interviews for advisory boards, and hold study sessions on transportation wayfinding, November ballot measures, and council voting procedures. During regular session, the council will vote on consent items including a $2.96 million split-bid landscape services contract and a $333,325 police radio equipment purchase.

• Split-bid award for citywide landscape services: Brightview ($2,821,488) and Green Vine Landscaping ($136,800), total $2,958,288
• Purchase order to Motorola Solutions for police LTE radios, $333,325
• 10-year extension of Santa Rosa Police Department's participation in Sonoma County Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program
• Study session on state and local ballot measures for November 2024 election, including Measures I and W and multiple propositions
• Study session on council voting processes for appointed positions, including ranked-choice voting discussion

The Council conducted interviews and voted on appointments for two boards. An initial motion to appoint both Steven Boswell to the Santa Rosa Tourism Business Improvement Area Advisory Board and John Gordon to the Board of Building Regulation Appeals failed in a 3-3 tie. Separate motions then passed: Boswell's appointment (4-2) and Gordon's appointment (6-0). The meeting also included study sessions on wayfinding signage, ballot measures, and voting processes, and a proclamation for Creek Week, but no other formal decisions were recorded.

• Motion to appoint both Boswell (Tourism) and Gordon (Building Appeals) failed 3-3
• Appointed Steven Boswell to SRTBIA Full-Service Hotel Operator vacancy (4-2)
• Appointed John Gordon to Board of Building Regulation Appeals (6-0)
• Approved August 20, 2024 regular meeting minutes as submitted

Art in Public Places Committee

The Art in Public Places Committee will discuss and take action on several public art projects. Items include an update on the Ruth Asawa Fountain in Courthouse Square, nominations for selection panels for the Big Belly Trash Can Art and Police Fence Mural, and a request to approve the Public Art Proposal Form. The committee will also receive information on the Finley Center Art Shows.

• Discussion of Ruth Asawa Fountain project update in Courthouse Square
• Nomination of two APPC members for Big Belly Trash Can Art selection panel
• Nomination of two APPC members for Police Fence Mural selection panel
• Approval of Public Art Proposal Form
• Information on Finley Center Art Shows volunteer needs

The Art in Public Places Committee approved minutes and nominated Vice-Chair Kiefer and Committee Member Puentes to the Big Belly Trash Can art selection panel. The committee moved the Police Fence Mural item to October 7, 2024, and the Public Art Toolkit item to an uncertain date. Other items were discussed or informational only.

• Approved August 5, 2024 draft minutes as submitted
• Nominated Vice-Chair Kiefer and Committee Member Puentes to Big Belly Trash Can art selection panel (6-0)
• Moved Police Fence Mural item to October 7, 2024 (6-0)
• Moved Public Art Toolkit item to date uncertain (6-0)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will hold concept design reviews for two projects: the Stonehouse renovation and hotel at 3555 Hwy 12, and Pullman Lofts Phase 3 at 700 Wilson St. No final decisions are made; the board only provides comments and recommendations. The agenda also includes approval of August 15, 2024, minutes and routine procedural items.

• Concept Design Review for Stonehouse renovation and hotel: renovation of existing inn, new construction of four bungalows and a 59-room hotel with rooftop courtyard at 3555 Hwy 12
• Concept Design Review for Pullman Lofts Phase 3: 6-story apartment building with 69 units and surface parking at 700 Wilson St
• Both concept reviews are exempt from CEQA review
• Public comment period for matters not on the agenda
• Approval of draft minutes from August 15, 2024 meeting

The Board reviewed concept designs for a boutique hotel renovation at 3555 Hwy 12 and a 69-unit apartment building at 700 Wilson St. Both items were for the purpose of providing comments and recommendations; no formal approvals or denials were recorded. The Board also approved the August 15, 2024, minutes as amended.

• Approved August 15, 2024 draft minutes as amended
• Reviewed concept design for Stonehouse renovation and hotel (3555 Hwy 12)
• Reviewed concept design for Pullman Third Phase apartments (700 Wilson St)

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on a Minor Conditional Use Permit for HotWorx Santa Rosa to operate 24 hours a day at 1415 Fulton Road #221. Staff recommends approval. Two other items — a landmark alteration permit for gates at 310 Carrillo Street and a conversion of a structure into a single-family dwelling at 1645 Humboldt Street — have been continued to uncertain dates.

• Minor Conditional Use Permit for 24-hour operation of HotWorx Santa Rosa at 1415 Fulton Road #221 (CUP24-028) — staff recommends approval
• Landmark Alteration Permit for two gates at 310 Carrillo Street (LMA23-009) — continued to uncertain date
• Minor Conditional Use Permit to convert existing structure to a single-family dwelling at 1645 Humboldt Street (CUP24-003) — continued to uncertain date
• Approval of draft minutes from August 1, 2024

The Zoning Administrator approved a permit for Hotworx Santa Rosa to operate 24 hours a day at 1415 Fulton Road. Two other items were continued to future dates due to public hearing requests.

• Approved Hotworx 24-hour permit (Resolution ZA-2024-028)
• Continued Carrillo Street gate permit to date uncertain
• Continued Humboldt Street dwelling conversion to date uncertain

Board of Public Utilities

The Board of Public Utilities will vote on three financial actions: a $1,170,989 contract amendment for engineering services on the Laguna Treatment Plant Disinfection Improvements Project, a $1.5 million blanket purchase order for VFD parts, and a $125,000 increase for biosolids land application. They will also receive updates on Creek Week and water supply issues.

• Approve $1,170,989 amendment to Carollo Engineers for Laguna Treatment Plant disinfection improvements (total not to exceed $8,455,375)
• Authorize $1.5 million blanket purchase order with Innomotics LLC for VFD equipment refurbishment
• Increase biosolids contract with Gilardi & Jacobsen by $125,000 (new total $333,418.95)
• Discuss Creek Week (Sept 15-22) and pollution prevention activities including cleanups along Prince Memorial Greenway
• Receive water and recycled water supply update

The Board approved a $1.17 million amendment to Carollo Engineers for additional engineering services during construction of the Laguna Treatment Plant Disinfection Improvements Project. Two consent items were also approved: a blanket purchase order up to $1.5 million for Innomotics LLC for variable frequency drives, and a $125,000 biosolids contract amendment. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included informational updates on Creek Week and water supply.

• Approved $1,170,989 amendment to Carollo Engineers for Laguna Treatment Plant disinfection construction support (6-0)
• Approved blanket purchase order up to $1.5 million to Innomotics LLC for VFD parts and services (6-0)
• Approved $125,000 amendment to biosolids land application contract with Gilardi & Jacobsen Ag Services (6-0)

Cultural Heritage Board

This regular meeting of the Santa Rosa Cultural Heritage Board has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 18, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled; no items discussed or decided

Climate Action Subcommittee

The Climate Action Subcommittee will consider draft minutes from April 2024, receive an update on the investigation into potential city-wide artificial turf restrictions, and hear a presentation on the development of a city-wide Fleet Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Master Plan. The subcommittee may provide direction to staff on these items.

• Approval of April 3, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Update on investigation of feasibility of city-wide restrictions on artificial turf installations, with staff seeking further direction
• Update on development of city-wide Fleet Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Master Plan, consistent with state regulations and council goals

The Climate Action Subcommittee met to discuss the feasibility of city-wide artificial turf restrictions and the city-wide Fleet Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Master Plan. No formal decisions were made; the group received staff updates and public comments.

• Approved April 3, 2024 meeting minutes (2 present)
• Received staff update on artificial turf restrictions investigation
• Received staff update on city-wide fleet EV infrastructure master plan
• No formal decisions made on turf or EV plans

City Council

The City Council regular meeting scheduled for September 3, 2024 has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 10, 2024.

Art in Public Places Committee

The September 2, 2024 regular meeting of the Art in Public Places Committee was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 9, 2024.

Zoning Administrator

The August 29, 2024 regular meeting of the Zoning Administrator was cancelled. No items were considered. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 5, 2024.

The August 29, 2024 special meeting of the Santa Rosa Zoning Administrator was cancelled. No decisions or actions were taken.

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board will receive staff reports on the Redwood Bikeshare program and an administrative draft of recommended bicycle projects for the Active Transportation Plan. Both items are for information and discussion only; no decisions are scheduled.

• Report on Redwood Bikeshare program with map of locations
• Administrative draft of recommended bicycle projects for the Active Transportation Plan (ATP) with memorandum and draft maps

The Board approved the July 18, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0, 3 absent). Staff presented informational reports on the Redwood Bikeshare program and the administrative draft of recommended bicycle projects for the Active Transportation Plan; both were received and filed. Public comments addressed audio issues, asphalt edge concerns, and upcoming events. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved July 18, 2024 regular meeting minutes (5-0, 3 absent)
• Received and filed Redwood Bikeshare program report (information only)
• Received and filed administrative draft of recommended bicycle projects for Active Transportation Plan (information only)

Community Advisory Board

The August 28, 2024, Community Advisory Board meeting was cancelled because a quorum could not be reached. No decisions were made. The agenda included a motion to approve $10,000 in community improvement grants and an election for Vice-Chair. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 25, 2024.

• CAB cancelled due to lack of quorum
• Motion to approve $10,000 in Q2 2024 Community Improvement Grants (four applications)
• Election of Vice-Chair for the remaining term
• Approval of July 24, 2024, draft minutes

Board of Community Services

This is a largely procedural meeting of the Santa Rosa Board of Community Services. Action items include approval of the July 24, 2024 minutes. The main substantive item is an informational presentation on the status of Parks Capital Improvement Projects. No votes or decisions are scheduled on the presentation.

• Informational presentation on Parks Capital Improvement Projects status by Parks Planner Scott Wilkinson
• Approval of regular meeting minutes from July 24, 2024

The Board of Community Services approved the minutes from the July 24 meeting and received updates on upcoming events and department projects. The board discussed the SE Greenway acquisition and lake weed removal, and requested a spreadsheet of all parks capital projects.

• Approved July 24, 2024 meeting minutes
• Received update on SE Greenway acquisition moving forward
• Received update on lake weed removal at Francis Neilson Park
• Requested spreadsheet of all parks capital projects
• Approved future agenda items as submitted

City Council

The August 27, 2024 regular meeting of the Santa Rosa City Council has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 10, 2024.

Housing Authority

The Housing Authority will consider conditionally approving a consolidation, extension and modification of $13,868,472 in loans to Burbank Housing for five affordable properties (Apple Valley Lane, Papago Court, Paulin Creek, Olive Grove) to enable rehabilitation and extend affordability for 228 units through 2082. Other business includes electing a Chair and Vice-Chair, and a proclamation of appreciation for Thomas LaPenna.

• Conditional approval of loan consolidation for 2862 & 2866 Apple Valley Lane, 2870 & 2874 Apple Valley Lane, Papago Court, Paulin Creek, and Olive Grove Apartments – total $13.87M
• Election of Housing Authority Chair and Vice-Chair for term starting August 26, 2024
• Proclamation of appreciation for Thomas LaPenna
• Pending development pipeline update (information only)
• Approval of draft minutes from June 17, 2024

The Housing Authority re-elected Chair Jeremy Newton and Vice Chair Wayne Downey Ph.D. to serve another term. The board approved five resolutions to extend loan terms and regulatory agreements for five affordable housing properties until 2082.

• Elected Chair Newton (6-0)
• Elected Vice Chair Downey (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 1777 for Apple Valley Lane loans (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 1778 for Apple Valley Lane loans (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 1779 for Olive Grove Apartments loans (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 1780 for Papago Court loans (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 1781 for Paulin Creek loans (6-0)
• Approved June 17, 2024 minutes as submitted

Waterways Advisory Committee

The City of Santa Rosa Waterways Advisory Committee regular meeting scheduled for August 22, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided. The next regular meeting will be held on September 26, 2024.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will decide on an appeal of the Zoning Administrator's approval to allow multi-use sport courts at the Club at Flamingo, 2777 4th Street. They will also consider a map modification for building setbacks at 4301 & 4500 Fistor Dr. A public hearing for Acacia Village (746 Acacia Lane) has been continued to September 12, 2024.

• Public hearing on appeal of Minor Conditional Use Permit for sport court expansion at 2777 4th Street (Club at Flamingo)
• Public hearing on map modification for building setbacks at 4301 & 4500 Fistor Dr
• Acacia Village 25-unit development hearing continued to September 12
• No consent items or presentations on the agenda

The Planning Commission denied an appeal of the Zoning Administrator's decision to allow multi-use sport courts at 2777 4th Street (The Club at Flamingo) and approved the minor conditional use permit. The commission also approved a modification of building setback lines for two lots on Fistor Drive. A public hearing on the Acacia Village 25-unit housing project at 746 Acacia Lane was continued to September 12, 2024.

• Denied appeal and approved Minor Conditional Use Permit for multi-use sport courts at 2777 4th Street (6-0)
• Approved modification of Fistor Subdivision Final Map building setback lines for 4301 and 4500 Fistor Drive (6-0)

Cultural Heritage Board

The scheduled meeting for the Cultural Heritage Board on August 21, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 4, 2024.

City Council

The City Council will consider establishing radar-enforceable speed limits between 25-40 mph on 38 street segments including high-injury network roads. Other consent items include appropriating $813,966 in grant funding for the Sonoma-Marin Drought Resiliency Program and authorizing a grant application for master planning of the Southeast Greenway. A study session will receive an update on the Capital Improvement Program. The Council also will vote on excusing Vice Mayor Mark Stapp's absences from meetings through September 2024.

• Resolution to set speed limits 25-40 mph on 38 city street segments (Consent Item 13.3)
• Appropriation of $813,966 from US Bureau of Reclamation WaterSMART grant for drought resiliency (Consent Item 13.4)
• Authorizing $1,000,000 grant application to ABAG/MTC for Southeast Greenway master planning and design (Consent Item 13.5)
• Approval of $8,570.47 administrative cost recovery lien against 1645 Humboldt Street for code violations (Consent Item 13.6)
• Motion to excuse Vice Mayor Stapp's absences from Aug 21 through end of Sept 2024 (Item 11.1.12.1)

The City Council voted unanimously to excuse Vice Mayor Mark Stapp's absences from regular meetings through September 2024 and Council Member Dianna MacDonald's absences through September 13, 2024, to prevent their offices from becoming vacant under the 30-day absence rule. The council also voted to add MacDonald's absence item to the agenda after it arose after the final agenda was published.

• Approved Vice Mayor Stapp’s absences from Aug 21 through end of Sept 2024 (6-0)
• Approved adding Council Member MacDonald’s absence item to agenda for immediate need (6-0)
• Approved Council Member MacDonald’s absences through Sept 13, 2024 (6-0)

Public Financing Authority

The August 15, 2024 regular meeting of the Santa Rosa Public Financing Authority has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 19, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will discuss two main items: a concept design for string lighting in Railroad Square and a proposed Resilient City Zoning Code Text Amendment. The amendment aims to incorporate temporary zoning changes made after natural disasters and streamline design review processes. The board will provide comments and recommendations; no final decisions are being made.

• Concept design review for string lighting installation across 4th Street between SMART Station and Hwy 101
• Resilient City Zoning Code Text Amendment with changes to design review and landmark alteration processes
• Board provides comments only on both items; no final action taken

The Design Review Board met and approved minutes from July 18. They received public comment on energy efficiency. Board members discussed a concept design review for string lights across 4th Street near Railroad Square and a report on proposed zoning code amendments related to disaster recovery and streamlined processes. No formal decisions were made on either item; the board only provided comments.

• No decisions or approvals recorded; all items were for discussion only.

Zoning Administrator

The City of Santa Rosa Zoning Administrator regular meeting scheduled for August 15, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were considered. The next meeting is set for September 5, 2024.

Board of Public Utilities

The Board of Public Utilities will discuss a recommendation to City Council to place annual Storm Water Enterprise charges on the Sonoma County Property Tax Roll for collection, following a public hearing on August 20, 2024. They will also consider approving sole source contract specifications for electrical equipment and services for the Water Pump Station 9 Electrical Upgrades project (Contract No. C02438). Additionally, staff will brief the Board on a new water infrastructure outreach campaign and on wildfire preparedness efforts.

• Recommendation to place Storm Water Enterprise charges on Sonoma County property tax roll (requires 2/3 Council vote after public hearing)
• Sole source contract approval for electrical equipment/services for Water Pump Station 9 Electrical Upgrades (Contract No. C02438)
• Staff briefing on 'Investing Now to Secure Our Water Future' education and outreach campaign
• Update on Water Department wildfire preparedness projects and resiliency improvements

The Board of Public Utilities voted 6-0 to recommend that City Council hold a public hearing on August 20, 2024, to adopt the Storm Water Enterprise Charge Report and place annual storm water charges on the Sonoma County Property Tax Roll. The board also approved a sole source contract for electrical equipment for Water Pump Station 9. Staff provided updates on a water education campaign, wildfire preparation, and a recent water main break that caused a boil water notice.

• Approved sole source contract specifications for electrical equipment for Water Pump Station 9 Electrical Upgrades (Consent, 6-0)
• Recommended City Council move forward with public hearing to place Storm Water Enterprise charges on Sonoma County Property Tax Roll (6-0)

City Council

This regular City Council meeting has been cancelled. No agenda items will be discussed or decided. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 20, 2024.

Long-Term Financial Policy and Audit Subcommittee

The regular scheduled meeting of the Long-Term Financial Policy and Audit Subcommittee for August 8, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 12, 2024, at 3:30 PM.

• Meeting cancelled, no agenda items were considered.

Planning Commission

The Santa Rosa Planning Commission will hold two public hearings: one to consider modifying a conditional use permit for the Stonebridge Subdivision at 2220 Fulton Road to allow reduced setbacks on 21 parcels for single-story floor plans, and another to hear an appeal of the Zoning Administrator's approval of a minor conditional use permit for multi-use sport courts at 2777 4th Street (The Club at Flamingo). No other substantive business is scheduled.

• Public hearing on modifying the Stonebridge Subdivision conditional use permit to reduce setbacks on 21 lots at 2220 Fulton Road (APN 034-030-103)
• Public hearing on an appeal of the Zoning Administrator's decision to approve a minor conditional use permit for multi-use sport courts at 2777 4th Street (The Club at Flamingo - Global Court)
• Commissioners may consider remote participation under AB 2449 if needed
• Approval of draft minutes from July 25, 2024

The Planning Commission approved a modification to the Stonebridge Subdivision conditional use permit allowing reduced setbacks on 21 parcels at 2220 Fulton Road (4-0). The commission also continued a public hearing on an appeal of a Zoning Administrator decision for the Club at Flamingo – Global Court to August 22, 2024 (4-0). Minutes from July 25 were approved as submitted.

• Approved July 25 draft minutes as submitted (4-0)
• Approved modification to Stonebridge Subdivision conditional use permit for reduced setbacks at 2220 Fulton Road (4-0)
• Continued appeal of ZA decision for Club at Flamingo – Global Court to August 22, 2024 (4-0)

Cultural Heritage Board

This meeting was cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on August 21, 2024.

Climate Action Subcommittee

The August 7, 2024 regular meeting of the Santa Rosa Climate Action Subcommittee was cancelled because a quorum could not be formed. No decisions or discussions will occur at this meeting.

• Cancelled meeting — no action taken
• Agenda included an update on the Community-wide Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Reduction Strategy (item 6.1)

City Council

The Santa Rosa City Council will hold study sessions on the Development Services Strategic Business Plan and the Vision Zero Implementation Plan. During the regular session, the council will consider consent items including two administrative cost recovery liens, an extension of an exclusive negotiation agreement for property at 625/637 3rd Street, a contract amendment for aquatic weed control, support for a federal grant application, and adoption of an ordinance regulating retail tobacco sales. The council will also designate voting delegates for the League of California Cities conference and discuss a request to reconsider certain fee increases.

• Second reading and adoption of ordinance adding Chapter 6-20 to regulate retail tobacco sales (introduced July 23 by 6-0-0-1 vote)
• Administrative cost recovery lien of $3,552.40 against 1597 West Avenue for code violations
• Administrative cost recovery lien of $34,562.44 against 616 Mendocino Avenue for code violations
• Extension of Exclusive Negotiation Agreement with Rogal Projects for 90 days to develop 625 and 637 3rd Street (Garage 5)
• Councilmember MacDonald requests future agenda item to reconsider fee increases adopted March 5, 2024, for historic landmark permits

The City Council held a regular meeting, designating Mayor N. Rogers as voting delegate for the League of California Cities conference and approving a future agenda item to reconsider fee increases. They adopted the consent agenda (13.1–13.5), which included two administrative cost recovery liens: $3,552.40 at 1597 West Avenue and $34,562.44 at 616 Mendocino Avenue. No decisions were made on study session items (Development Services Strategic Business Plan and Vision Zero Implementation Plan) or the closed session labor negotiations.

• Designated Mayor N. Rogers as voting delegate for the League of California Cities Annual Conference (7-0)
• Approved a future agenda item to reconsider specific fee increases from the March 2024 fee schedule (7-0)
• Adopted consent items 13.1–13.5, including two administrative cost recovery liens (7-0)
• Approved $3,552.40 lien at 1597 West Avenue (consent agenda)
• Approved $34,562.44 lien at 616 Mendocino Avenue (consent agenda)
• Received and filed closed session labor negotiations item (no reportable action)
• Approved July 23, 2024 regular meeting minutes as submitted

Art in Public Places Committee

The Art in Public Places Committee will consider approving the 2024-2025 Annual Work Plan and Recommended Expenditure Plan, including reviewing the current Public Art Fund status. They will also introduce Meredith Knudsen as the new Arts and Culture Coordinator, approve draft minutes from May 6, 2024, and receive program updates on exhibits at Live at Julliard and Finley Center. Public comment is invited.

• Introduction of Meredith Knudsen as new Arts and Culture Coordinator
• Approval of 2024-2025 Annual Work Plan and Recommended Expenditure Plan
• Approval of draft minutes from May 6, 2024
• Updates on Live at Julliard and Finley Center exhibits
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda

The Art in Public Places Committee voted 6-0 to approve the 2024-2025 Annual Work Plan and Recommended Expenditure Plan. The committee also approved the May 6, 2024 draft minutes as submitted and voted to include updates on City-sponsored events on a future agenda. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included department reports and committee updates.

• Approved 2024-2025 Annual Work Plan (6-0)
• Approved May 6, 2024 draft minutes as submitted
• Voted to include updates on City-sponsored events on a future agenda (6-0)

Open Government Task Force Implementation Subcommittee

The August 1, 2024 regular meeting of the Open Government Task Force Implementation Subcommittee has been cancelled due to noticing deficiencies. The next scheduled meeting is October 3, 2024.

Design Review Board

This regular meeting of the Santa Rosa Design Review Board scheduled for August 1, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided. The next regular meeting is set for August 15, 2024.

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to consider revoking a non-hosted Short-Term Rental Permit for 1611 Manzanita Avenue after three violation citations within a 12-month period. Also scheduled are public meetings for a landmark alteration at 522 Orchard Street, a fence conditional use permit at 2003 Bracken Court, and an exterior update for a building. All items except the revocation are recommended for approval.

• Public hearing to revoke Short-Term Rental Permit SVR24-060 at 1611 Manzanita Avenue due to three verified violations in 12 months
• Landmark alteration for Somerville Garage and remodel at 522 Orchard Street: bathroom, covered patio, shop addition with loft & half-bath, solar
• Conditional use permit for an 8-foot-tall wood fence at 2003 Bracken Court, constructed without permits
• Exterior update for a 4,800 sq ft building: new facade, window/door systems, and exterior wall materials

The Zoning Administrator approved the July 18 draft minutes. The revocation hearing for a short-term rental permit at 1611 Manzanita Avenue was continued to August 29, 2024. Three permits were approved: a landmark alteration at 522 Orchard Street, a fence conditional use permit at 2003 Bracken Court, and a design review for a post office facade remodel at 1000 Coddingtown.

• Approved July 18, 2024 draft minutes
• Continued revocation of short-term rental permit SVR24-060 to August 29, 2024
• Approved Resolution ZA-2024-028 for minor landmark alteration at 522 Orchard Street
• Approved Resolution ZA-2024-029 for residential fence conditional use permit at 2003 Bracken Court
• Approved Resolution ZA-2024-030 for minor design review of post office facade at 1000 Coddingtown

Board of Public Utilities

The Board of Public Utilities will hear staff briefings on water supply and a budget update comparing its recommendation to the City Council's adopted budget. Consent items include approval of a $4.1M contract extension for ultraviolet disinfection system parts, a $669,575 extension for liquid aluminum sulfate supply, and a $140,000 sole-source award for a Safe-T-Rack system. The meeting also includes a proclamation recognizing employee service and approval of draft minutes.

• Staff briefing on water and recycled water supply issues
• Budget update: differences between Board-recommended Water Department budget and City Council-adopted budget
• Fourth Amendment to Blanket Purchase Order 162312 for liquid aluminum sulfate supply – $188,456.25 increase, total not to exceed $669,575.44
• Sole source award to Remote Solutions LLC for Safe-T-Rack system – $140,000 plus $4,280.71 contingency
• Third Amendment to Blanket Purchase Order 165392 for ultraviolet disinfection system parts with Trojan Technologies – $1,000,000 increase, total not to exceed $4,100,000

The Board of Public Utilities approved three consent items: a one-year extension for liquid aluminum sulfate supply, a sole-source award for a Safe-T-Rack system, and a one-year extension for ultraviolet disinfection system parts. The meeting included staff briefings on water supply and budget updates.

• Approved Fourth Amendment to Blanket Purchase Order 162312 for liquid aluminum sulfate supply ($669,575.44)
• Authorized Sole Source award to Remote Solutions LLC for Safe-T-Rack system ($140,000)
• Approved Third Amendment to Blanket Purchase Order 165392 for ultraviolet disinfection system parts ($4,100,000)
• Approved July 18, 2024 regular meeting minutes as submitted

City Council

The regular City Council meeting scheduled for July 30, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on August 6, 2024.

Santa Rosa Tourism Business Improvement Area Advisory Board

The regular meeting of the Santa Rosa Tourism Business Improvement Area Advisory Board scheduled for July 25, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for September 26, 2024.

Waterways Advisory Committee

The July 25, 2024 regular meeting of the Waterways Advisory Committee has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 22, 2024.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposal to pre-zone 34 parcels located on Barbara Drive, Robin Way, Eddy Drive, Moorland Avenue, and Belleview Avenue as a first step toward annexation into Santa Rosa city limits. The project aims to provide water service to 29 parcels in an area with known groundwater contamination and is initiated and funded by the State of California. The Commission will recommend whether to adopt the pre-zoning to the City Council. Other agenda items are procedural (approval of minutes, commissioner reports).

• Public hearing on Robin Way Water System Improvements - Annexation Pre-Zoning (ANX23-002) for 164 Bellevue Ave and 34 parcels
• Recommendation to City Council to pre-zone parcels on Barbara Drive, Robin Way, Eddy Drive, Moorland Avenue, and Belleview Avenue
• Project addresses groundwater contamination by extending water service to 29 parcels, state-funded
• No consent items, report items, or presentations scheduled
• Approval of draft minutes from June 27, 2024

The Planning Commission adopted a resolution recommending to the City Council the pre-zoning of 34 parcels on Barbara Drive, Robin Way, and Eddy Drive into single-family and medium-density residential districts. This action supports a state-funded project to provide water service to 29 parcels in an area with known groundwater contamination.

• Adopted Resolution PC-2024-011 recommending pre-zoning to City Council
• Pre-zoned properties on Barbara Drive, Robin Way, and Eddy Drive to R-1-6 and R-2
• Motion carried 7-0

Board of Community Services

The Board of Community Services will hear a presentation on the Sonoma County Fire Memorial Art Project and consider a recreation fee waiver request. The meeting also includes approval of June 26 meeting minutes, updates on upcoming and accomplished events, and reports from the director and committees. No final action is specified for the memorial project or fee waiver, but public comment is invited.

• Fire Memorial Art Project presentation
• Recreation Fee Waiver discussion
• Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes from June 26, 2024
• Reports on upcoming and accomplished events
• Committee reports from Waterways Advisory and Governing Documents Subcommittee

The Board approved the minutes from the June 26, 2024, regular meeting. Other agenda items, including a fire memorial art project and recreation fee waivers, were presented for information and feedback without formal action.

• Approved Regular Meeting Minutes of June 26, 2024

Community Advisory Board

The Community Advisory Board will vote on allocating $10,000 in Q2 2024 Community Improvement Grants to four projects. The board will also receive informational presentations on EPA Community Change grants and an update on the board's workplan. Approval of the June 26, 2024 meeting minutes is also scheduled.

• Motion to approve $10,000 in Q2 2024 community improvement grants for four projects: Vince Harper’s South Park Day & Night Festival, Prince Plaza Mosaic Bench, Bags of Love Program, and We Supply Sonoma
• Presentation on Environmental Protection Agency’s Community Change grants (information only)
• Presentation on Community Advisory Board Workplan Update regarding board charter and feedback
• Approval of draft minutes from June 26, 2024
• Public comment period for matters not on the agenda

The Community Advisory Board approved four Q2 2024 Community Improvement Grants totaling $10,000, but after the meeting staff discovered that the board lacked quorum following the departure of Member Diaz de Leon after item 6.2. All actions taken after that point—including the grant approvals—are invalid and must be reconsidered at the next meeting.

• Approved three Q2 grants: Vince Harper's South Park Day & Night Festival ($10,000), Prince Plaza Mosaic Bench, and Bags of Love Program (7-0-5, but voided for lack of quorum)
• Defeated motion to table We Supply Sonoma grant (3-4-5, voided)
• Approved We Supply Sonoma grant (5-2-5, voided)
• Approved June 26, 2024 draft minutes as submitted

Public Safety Subcommittee

The Public Safety Subcommittee will hear a response from the Santa Rosa Police Department to the Independent Police Auditor's 2023 recommendations. Chief Cregan will outline the vision, technology, funding, policies, and timeline for the proposed Real Time Crime Center. Department updates from police and fire will also be presented.

• Response to Independent Police Auditor's recommendations from 2023 annual report
• Real Time Crime Center overview including technology, funding, policies, oversight, and timeline
• Police Department update on major programs, projects, and initiatives
• Fire Department update on major programs, projects, and initiatives

The Public Safety Subcommittee met to review police department responses to an Independent Police Auditor's recommendations and to hear a presentation on the Real Time Crime Center. No substantive decisions were made.

• Approved April 23, 2024, meeting minutes as submitted
• Police Department to respond to Independent Police Auditor's recommendations
• Police Department to outline Real Time Crime Center vision, technology, and timeline
• Next regular meeting scheduled for October 15, 2024

City Council

The Santa Rosa City Council will hold closed sessions on litigation and property negotiations, a study session on the Sonoma County Integrated Transit Service Plan, and a consent agenda including a $1.999 million pavement maintenance contract, extension of the local homeless emergency, and several software and advocacy service agreements.

• Award contract for Roseland Pavement Maintenance 2024 to Ghilotti Brothers for $1,999,838.90
• Extension of Resolution 28839, the local homeless emergency proclamation
• Approve Go Sonoma cooperative agreements with Sonoma County Transportation Authority
• Renew GIS software contract with ESRI for $1,099,800
• First amendment to state legislative advocacy contract with Renne Public Policy Group for $155,000

The City Council approved the consent agenda, including a $2.2 million contract for Roseland Pavement Maintenance (6-1, Alvarez absent). They also adopted cooperative agreements for Go Sonoma transit funding and approved previous meeting minutes. Closed session items were received and filed with no reportable action.

• Awarded $2.2M contract to Ghilotti Brothers for Roseland pavement (consent, 6-1)
• Adopted resolution authorizing Go Sonoma cooperative agreements for Measure DD transit funding
• Approved July 9, 2024, meeting minutes as submitted
• Received and filed litigation settlement report and closed session items (3.1-3.5)

Housing Authority

The regular meeting of the Santa Rosa Housing Authority scheduled for July 22, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 26, 2024.

Public Financing Authority

The July 18, 2024 regular meeting of the Santa Rosa Public Financing Authority has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on August 15, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled; no business conducted.

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board

The Board will review an update on public outreach for the Active Transportation Plan. Members will also receive reports on speed limit modifications and the Steele Lane Pilot Project.

• Active Transportation Plan Update - Public Outreach Overview and Recommendations Memorandum
• Assembly Bill 43 (AB 43) and Assembly Bill 1938 (AB 1938) - Speed Limits
• Steele Lane Pilot Project Update
• Appointment of a Countywide Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee citizen representative

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board voted unanimously to appoint Board Member Sarah Hart as primary citizen representative and Board Member Paul Schwarz as secondary representative to the Countywide Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee. The board also approved the April 18, 2024 meeting minutes with one abstention. Several informational reports were received and filed, including updates on the Active Transportation Plan, speed limit legislation, the Steele Lane Pilot Project, and upcoming grants.

• Appointed Board Member Hart as primary CBPAC citizen representative (unanimous)
• Appointed Board Member Schwarz as secondary CBPAC citizen representative (unanimous)
• Approved April 18, 2024 regular meeting minutes (6-0-1)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will hold concept design reviews for three projects: a perimeter fence for the Santa Rosa Police Department parking lot, a 5-story mixed-use building with 75 residential units and 7,000 sq ft of commercial space at 1910 Sebastopol, and a wayfinding signage prototype for the Transit Mall and SMART Station. The board will also hold vice chair elections and receive staff reports. No final decisions are made at concept review; the board provides comments and recommendations.

• Concept design review for Santa Rosa Police Department fence at 930 Sonoma Avenue and 125 Brookwood Avenue
• Concept design review for Garden Square mixed-use project at 1910 Sebastopol: 5 stories, 75 residential units, ~7,000 sq ft commercial
• Concept design review for MTC wayfinding signage prototype for Transit Mall and SMART Station
• Vice chair election to be held
• Approval of May 16, 2024 draft minutes

The board approved the May 16, 2024, meeting minutes and elected a new Vice Chair. The board also reviewed concept designs for a police department fence, a mixed-use development, and transit wayfinding signage, providing feedback and comments for each.

• Approved May 16, 2024, draft minutes
• Elected Adam Sharron as Vice Chair (7-0)

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will hold public hearings and meetings on four land-use applications. Items include a Minor Conditional Use Permit and Minor Design Review for Planet Fitness at 551 Summerfield Road, a mobile food truck at 1011 College Avenue, a US Armed Forces recruiting center at 3080 Marlow Road, and a hillside development permit for accessory structures at 4004 Split Rail Court. All recommendations are for approval.

• Public hearing for Minor Conditional Use Permit and Minor Design Review to allow Planet Fitness fitness facility with extended hours at 551 Summerfield Road (PRJ23-018)
• Public meeting for Minor Conditional Use Permit for Great Savor Mobile Food Kitchen food truck operating seven days a week at 1011 College Avenue (CUP24-015)
• Public meeting for Minor Conditional Use Permit to operate a US Armed Forces recruiting office at 3080 Marlow Road #A19 (CUP24-018)
• Public meeting for Hillside Development Permit to construct a pool house, pool, and retaining wall at 4004 Split Rail Court (HDP23-006)

The Zoning Administrator approved a Minor Conditional Use Permit and Minor Design Review for a Planet Fitness health/fitness facility at 551 Summerfield Road, with extended hours and exterior modifications, despite several speakers opposing the item. Also approved were a US Armed Forces recruiting center at 3080 Marlow Road, a hillside development permit for a pool house and pool at 4004 Split Rail Court, and the June 6, 2024 minutes. A mobile food truck application at 1011 College Avenue was continued to a date uncertain.

• Approved Planet Fitness at 551 Summerfield Road with extended hours and exterior modifications (Resolution ZA-2024-019)
• Approved US Armed Forces recruiting center at 3080 Marlow Road (Resolution ZA-2024-025)
• Approved hillside development permit for pool house, pool, and retaining wall at 4004 Split Rail Court (Resolution ZA-2024-026)
• Continued mobile food truck application at 1011 College Avenue to a date uncertain
• Approved June 6, 2024 meeting minutes as submitted

Board of Public Utilities

The Board will consider approving a $813,933 grant agreement with Sonoma Water for the Direct Install Water Use Efficiency Program, which provides free high-efficiency toilets and fixtures. Consent items include extending a utility billing contract by $561,000 and a sodium hypochlorite supply contract by $840,000. Staff will also brief the Board on the Kelly Farm California tiger salamander mitigation bank and the 2023 compliance update for the water reuse system.

• Approve sub-awardee grant agreement for $813,933 from US Bureau of Reclamation for Direct Install Water Use Efficiency Program (cost match $994,848)
• Approve amendment to blanket purchase order for utility bill printing and mailing, increase $561,000 (total $897,000 with InfoSend, Inc.)
• Approve fourth amendment for sodium hypochlorite supply with Olin Corp., increase $840,000 (total $2,495,000)
• Discuss development of California tiger salamander mitigation bank on ~100 acres of Kelly Farm property, construction planned for 2025
• Approve amendment to emergency well pump station project work order with Green Valley Consulting Engineers, increase $146,773 (total $645,147)

The Board approved amendments to utility printing and chlorine supply contracts, authorized a water efficiency grant, and increased a consulting contract for an emergency well project. A new board member was sworn in.

• Approved BPO 164811 extension to InfoSend, Inc. ($897,000)
• Approved BPO 164874 extension to Olin Corporation ($2,495,000)
• Approved sub-awardee agreement for Direct Install Water Use Efficiency Project ($813,933)
• Approved Amendment No. 2 to Green Valley Consulting Engineers ($645,147)
• Sworn in new Board Member Duane De Witt
• Voted 6-1 to approve consent items (DeWitt abstained)
• Voted 7-0 to approve Resolution No. 1330
• Voted 5-2 to approve consulting amendment (Bartholow, Grabill absent)

Santa Rosa Violence Prevention Partnership

The Santa Rosa Violence Prevention Partnership will hold a regular meeting to receive updates on violence prevention work and climate data. A presentation from the District Attorney's Office Victim Services and the Family Justice Center will provide information on programs for victims. No votes or binding decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists of updates and discussion.

• Presentation by DA's Victim Services and Sonoma County Family Justice Center on victim support programs
• Climate update including trends, hot spots, and major incidents
• Public comment period for matters not on the agenda
• Partner updates and announcements from agency representatives

The meeting focused on agency updates regarding public safety, juvenile supervision, and victim support services. No substantive votes or formal decisions were recorded during this session.

Board of Building Regulations Appeals

This is a procedural meeting with no scheduled appeals or minutes to approve. The board will receive a department announcement introducing Acting Chief Building Official Jimmy Bliss.

• Introduction of Acting Chief Building Official Jimmy Bliss

The Board of Building Regulations Appeals convened for a regular meeting but no appeal hearings were scheduled. The meeting was purely procedural, with no decisions or actions taken beyond adjournment. No public comments were received.

Cultural Heritage Board

The Cultural Heritage Board will receive a presentation on Rosenberg's Rules of Order training and review a proposed Metropolitan Transportation Commission wayfinding signage prototype project for the Transit Mall and SMART Station. The board's role is to review and comment on the concept; no formal decision is scheduled. The agenda otherwise consists of routine procedural items.

• Presentation on Rosenberg's Rules of Order training by Assistant City Attorney
• Review of MTC Wayfinding Signage Prototype Project (LMA24-001) for the Transit Mall and SMART Station

The Cultural Heritage Board adjourned early after four members resigned, leaving a quorum of only one member. No substantive decisions were made.

• Chair Meuser reported resignation effective July 18, 2024
• Board Members Garrett, Fennell, Boren, and Marzlin resigned immediately
• Meeting adjourned due to loss of quorum
• Presentation on Rosenberg's Rules of Order continued to uncertain date
• Wayfinding signage concept continued to uncertain date

City Council

The July 16, 2024 regular meeting of the Santa Rosa City Council has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided.

Zoning Administrator

This special meeting of the Zoning Administrator has been cancelled because the applicant requested a postponement to a date uncertain. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 18, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled due to applicant's postponement request

Long-Term Financial Policy and Audit Subcommittee

The regularly scheduled July 11, 2024 meeting of the Santa Rosa Long-Term Financial Policy and Audit Subcommittee has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 8, 2024 at 3:30 PM.

Planning Commission

This regular meeting of the Santa Rosa Planning Commission was cancelled. No items were discussed or decided. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 25, 2024.

Economic Development Subcommittee

The Economic Development Subcommittee will review updates on the city’s economic development strategic plan and current local economic conditions. Staff will present information on small business support programs, including the Santa Rosa Eats Restaurant Program and iBank grants. The meeting also covers marketing efforts, a vacant buildings directory, and the winner of the Fire Station 5 public art project. No formal votes or policy changes are scheduled for this session.

• Implementation of the Economic Development Strategic Plan
• Small business programs including the Santa Rosa Eats Restaurant Program and iBank grants
• Marketing efforts and business highlight reels
• Directory of vacant buildings and parcels
• Fire Station 5 public art project winner announcement

The subcommittee approved the draft minutes from March 12, 2024. The remainder of the meeting consisted of staff presentations and discussions regarding the Economic Development Strategic Plan, marketing efforts, and a public art project.

• Approved March 12, 2024 draft minutes

City Council

The Santa Rosa City Council will hold a study session on proposed increases to the Transient Occupancy Tax (hotel tax) and General Business License Tax, which have not been updated since 1993 and 1990 respectively. Staff will present the changes as a way to address General Fund budget imbalances with minimal impact on residents. No action will be taken, but the council may give direction to staff.

• Study session on proposed Transient Occupancy Tax and Business License Tax increases (items not updated since 1993 and 1990)
• First Amendment to agreement with Callander Associates for $310,974 for Hopper Avenue Corridor Fire Recovery Improvements design
• Resolution to adopt Mitigated Negative Declaration for Santa Rosa Creek Trail Access at North Dutton (West Side) Project
• Additional $150,000 contingency for HVAC maintenance contract with Matrix HG, Inc., total contingency up to $990,000
• Closed session negotiations for properties at 625/637 3rd Street and 50 Old Courthouse Square

The City Council approved a $310,974 increase to a design contract for the Hopper Avenue Corridor Fire Recovery Improvements Project and adopted a resolution for a Santa Rosa Creek Trail access project. Two items were continued to the July 23 meeting.

• Approved First Amendment to PSA F002524 with Callander Associates ($777,734 total)
• Adopted Mitigated Negative Declaration for Santa Rosa Creek Trail access
• Approved additional $150,000 contingency for HVAC maintenance services
• Continued Go Sonoma Cooperative Agreements to July 23
• Continued Proposed Revenue Measures to July 23

Design Review Board

The July 4, 2024 regular meeting of the Santa Rosa Design Review Board was cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Zoning Administrator

This meeting has been cancelled. The next regular Zoning Administrator meeting is scheduled for July 18, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled; no items were discussed or decided.

Board of Public Utilities

The Board of Public Utilities meeting scheduled for July 4, 2024 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for July 18, 2024 at 1:30 p.m.

• Meeting cancelled; no items were considered.

Cultural Heritage Board

The July 3, 2024 regular meeting of the Cultural Heritage Board was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 17, 2024.

Climate Action Subcommittee

The regular meeting of the Climate Action Subcommittee scheduled for July 3, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 7, 2024.

City Council

This regular meeting of the Santa Rosa City Council has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Santa Rosa Tourism Business Improvement Area Advisory Board

The regular meeting of the Art in Public Places Committee scheduled for July 1, 2024 was cancelled. No business was conducted. The next regular meeting of the Cultural Heritage Board will be held on August 5, 2024.

Waterways Advisory Committee

The Waterways Advisory Committee (WAC) will review the proposed Meadow Creek Townhomes development at 533 Bellevue Avenue, which includes 62 townhomes on 4.78 acres. The committee provides advisory comments to the decision-making body but does not take formal action. The agenda also includes approval of May 23, 2024 minutes and reports from city departments.

• Design review for Meadow Creek Townhomes, 62 townhomes in 12 buildings on 4.78 acres at 533 Bellevue Avenue
• Committee provides advisory comments only; no formal action taken on projects
• Public comments accepted in person or via email in advance, with Zoom access available

The committee approved the draft minutes from May 23, 2024. A design review for the Meadow Creek Townhomes at 533 Bellevue Avenue was presented, but no decision was recorded.

• Approved May 23, 2024 draft minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved a one-year time extension for the Hearn Veterans Village Tentative Map, allowing the applicant until March 15, 2025, to record the final map. The motion was carried by a 6-0 vote.

• Approved one-year extension for Hearn Veterans Village Tentative Map (6-0)
• Approved June 13, 2024 draft minutes as submitted
• No remote participation was recorded
• No consent items were presented

Community Advisory Board

The Community Advisory Board will hear a presentation from Finance Director Alan Alton on the city's revenue measures and vote on dispersing $10,528.40 in Q2 2024 Community Improvement Grants across five applicants. The board will also approve minutes from May 22, 2024, and discuss future agenda items.

• Presentation on City of Santa Rosa revenue measures by Finance Director Alan Alton
• Motion to approve Q2 2024 Community Improvement Grants totaling $10,528.40
• Common Ground Society Under 5 Meetup grant application
• SRCSA Native Plant Beautification and Art Project grant application from Santa Rosa Charter School for the Arts
• Skyhawk Neighborhood Day grant application from Skyhawk United

The Community Advisory Board approved the dispersal of $10,528 in Community Improvement Grant funds for five community projects. The board approved the first four grants in a single motion and approved the fifth grant, 'Saturday in the Park,' in a separate motion.

• Approved dispersing $10,528 in Q2 Community Improvement Grants (8-1)
• Approved dispersing $10,528 in Q2 Community Improvement Grants (8-1)
• Approved Common Ground Society Under 5 Meetup grant
• Approved SRCSA Native Plan Beautification and Art Project grant
• Approved Skyhawk Neighborhood Day grant
• Approved Sonoma Sports Kickball Social League grant
• Approved Saturday in the Park grant
• Approved May 22, 2024 draft minutes as submitted

Board of Community Services

The Board of Community Services will consider and recommend preferred court striping layouts for tennis and pickleball at Galvin and Howarth Parks, following a presentation by Parks Planner Scott Wilkinson. The board will also hold a nomination and election for the position of Vice Chair. Other agenda items are procedural, including approval of minutes and reports.

• Discussion and recommendation on preferred tennis and pickleball court striping layouts for Galvin and Howarth Parks
• Nomination and election of a Vice Chair for the Board of Community Services
• Approval of regular meeting minutes from March 20, 2024
• Director updates and committee reports (Mayor's Lunch, Waterways Advisory Committee, Governing Documents Subcommittee)

The Board of Community Services elected Omar Lopez as Vice Chair by a 6-0 vote after a nomination process. The board also endorsed staff recommendations to restripe tennis and pickleball courts at Galvin and Howarth Parks and add two tennis courts at Galvin Park.

• Elected Omar Lopez as Vice Chair (6-0)
• Supported staff recommendation for restriping Galvin and Howarth Park courts with a combination of tennis and pickleball layouts and adding two tennis courts at Galvin Park

City Council

This regular meeting of the Santa Rosa City Council was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 9, 2024.

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board

The June 20, 2024 regular meeting of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 18, 2024.

Design Review Board

The June 20, 2024 Design Review Board meeting has been cancelled. The only scheduled item, concept design review for the Garden Square Mixed-Use Project at 1910 Sebastopol Road, has been continued to the next regular meeting on July 18, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled; no actions taken.
• Concept Design Review for Garden Square Mixed-Use Project (1910 Sebastopol Road, File DR23-039) continued to July 18, 2024.
• Proposed mixed-use development: 5-story building, 75 residential units, ~7,000 sq ft commercial space.

Zoning Administrator

This Zoning Administrator meeting was cancelled. The public hearing on item 6.1, design review for PF Chang's restaurant frontage improvements at 1071 Santa Rosa Plaza, was continued to July 11, 2024. All other items were continued to the next regular meeting on July 18, 2024.

• Design review for PF Chang's frontage improvements, including new drive lane, six standard and three ADA parking spaces, continued to July 11

Board of Public Utilities

The Board of Public Utilities will consider approving a $121,305 amendment to the Storm Drain Master Plan contract, increasing the total to $1,695,509, due to field conditions and software issues. They will also vote on a $1.16 million landscaping maintenance contract award and a biosolids collaborative agreement with Windsor. Staff briefings will cover the 2023 water quality report, the Laguna Environmental Lab update, and the water supply outlook.

• First Amendment to Storm Drain Master Plan contract with Woodard and Curran, increase of $121,305 (total $1,695,509)
• Bid award for landscaping maintenance to New Image Landscape Company, $1,160,137.72 plus 10% contingency
• Memorandum of Agreement establishing Town of Windsor Biosolids Collaborative
• Extension and fund increase for Sensus water meters, parts, and antennas - $553,276 (BPO total $438,032)
• Ratification and extension of ferric chloride delivery contract with Pencco, Inc., increase of $612,415.16 (cumulative $1,372,082.99)

The Board of Public Utilities approved a $121,305 amendment to the Storm Drain Master Plan contract with Woodard and Curran, increasing the total to $1,695,509, to address unforeseen field conditions and software issues. Four consent items were also approved, including a $1.16M landscaping maintenance contract and a biosolids collaboration agreement with Windsor. All votes were 4-0 with two members absent.

• Approved $121,305 amendment to Storm Drain Master Plan contract (4-0)
• Approved $1,160,137 landscaping maintenance contract with New Image Landscape Company (4-0)
• Authorized execution of Memorandum of Agreement for Town of Windsor Biosolids Collaborative (4-0)
• Approved $553,276 extension of water meters blanket purchase order with Sensus USA (4-0)
• Ratified $612,415 ferric chloride delivery contract amendment with Pencco (4-0)
• Approved May 16, 2024 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)

Public Financing Authority

The Public Financing Authority will hold a regular meeting with two policy discussions: key elements of the Downtown Infrastructure Financing Plan (IFP), including tax percentage commitment and projects, and Sonoma County Tourism's Conference Center Feasibility Study. No formal action will be taken on either item; only possible direction to staff. The rest of the agenda is procedural, including approval of March 28, 2024 draft minutes and discussion of future agenda items.

• Policy discussion on key elements of the Downtown Infrastructure Financing Plan (IFP), covering tax percentage commitment and projects
• Policy discussion on Sonoma County Tourism's Conference Center Feasibility Study
• Approval of March 28, 2024 draft minutes (procedural)
• Public comment period for matters not on the agenda
• Discussion of potential agenda items for future meetings

The Public Financing Authority met to discuss key elements of the Downtown Infrastructure Financing Plan and a feasibility study for a Sonoma County Tourism conference center. No formal actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved March 28, 2024 draft minutes as submitted
• Held policy discussion on Downtown Infrastructure Financing Plan
• Held policy discussion on Sonoma County Tourism conference center feasibility study

Cultural Heritage Board

The Cultural Heritage Board will hold a public hearing on a proposed landmark alteration for exterior renovations at 410 Santa Rosa Avenue. The project includes new windows, doors, siding, and other modifications to convert commercial space to residential. The board will decide whether to approve the alteration, which is exempt from CEQA review.

• Public hearing to consider landmark alteration (LMA24-008) for exterior renovations at 410 Santa Rosa Avenue, including new windows, doors, siding, and conversion of commercial space to residential

The Cultural Heritage Board approved a landmark alteration permit for exterior renovations at 410 Santa Rosa Avenue. The project includes new windows, doors, and siding to convert commercial space to residential. The board voted 6-1 in favor of the project.

• Approved landmark alteration permit for 410 Santa Rosa Ave (6-1)
• Waived reading of the text and adopted Resolution CHB-2024-002
• Opened and closed public hearing for the project

City Council

The Santa Rosa City Council will hold a closed session on labor negotiations before a regular session with consent items. Items include awarding a contract for Transit Mall Roadbed Rehabilitation, approving a grant application for Lower Colgan Creek park improvements, and authorizing several professional service agreements. A report on settlements and active litigation will also be presented.

• Award $1,048,835 contract to Ghilotti Bros. for Transit Mall Roadbed Rehabilitation
• Approve $1,550,000 matching grant application for Lower Colgan Creek Neighborhood Park improvements
• Authorize $300,000 translation and interpretation services agreement with Accent On Languages Inc.
• Increase Legal Aid of Sonoma County contract by $111,000 to $599,000
• Approve $1,038,597 in FY2024/2025 grant agreements for public services, fair housing, and HOPWA

The City Council approved a series of consent items including a $1.2M roadbed rehabilitation contract, a $300K translation services agreement, and a $599K amendment for Legal Aid of Sonoma County. The meeting also included a closed session on labor negotiations and the approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Approved Transit Mall roadbed rehabilitation contract ($1.2M)
• Approved translation services agreement with Accent On Languages ($300K)
• Approved amendment to Legal Aid of Sonoma County agreement ($599K)
• Approved Lower Colgan Creek Neighborhood Park grant application ($1.55M)
• Approved FY 2024/2025 grant agreements for public services and fair housing
• Approved Second Amendment to Matrix Consulting Group agreement ($141.48K)
• Approved minutes from May 21, June 4, and June 6 meetings
• No reportable action taken in closed session on labor negotiations

Housing Authority

The Santa Rosa Housing Authority will consider adopting its FY2024/25 budget, updating the Housing Choice Voucher Administrative Plan for new NSPIRE inspection standards, and releasing a regulatory agreement for a youth shelter at 1243 Ripley Street upon loan repayment. The board will also discuss FY2023/24 Q3 finances and priorities for the 2024-2025 Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) cycle.

• Adopt FY2024/25 Housing Authority budget
• Update Housing Choice Voucher Administrative Plan for NSPIRE inspection standards
• Release regulatory agreement and deed of trust for 1243 Ripley Street youth shelter upon sale and repayment of $47,000 loan
• Study session on 2024-2025 NOFA priorities and point scoring system
• Annual adjustment to Housing Authority fee schedule

The Housing Authority unanimously adopted the Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget, authorized release of a regulatory agreement on a youth shelter at 1243 Ripley Street to allow its sale and recoup a $47,000 loan, and approved updates to the Housing Choice Voucher Program's inspection standards (NSPIRE). All votes were 6-0 with one commissioner absent. A study session on future NOFA priorities was held for discussion only, with no decision taken.

• Adopted FY 2024-25 Housing Authority budget (Resolution 1775; 6-0)
• Authorized release of regulatory agreement and deed of trust for 1243 Ripley Street (Resolution 1774; 6-0)
• Approved revisions to HCV Administrative Plan Chapter 8 for NSPIRE inspections (Resolution 1776; 6-0)
• Approved minutes of May 24, 2024 as submitted
• Appointed ad hoc committee for property tours (Commissioners Smith, Downey, Conte)

Long-Term Financial Policy and Audit Subcommittee

The Long-Term Financial Policy and Audit Subcommittee will discuss the impact of potential revenue measures, with a presentation from the Chief Financial Officer. The item is for information only, not a decision. The meeting also includes approval of past minutes and public comment.

• Discussion of City of Santa Rosa Revenue Measures for November 2024
• Approval of minutes from March 21, April 11, April 25, and May 9 meetings
• Presentation on revenue measures added after the meeting as a late addition

The Long-Term Financial Policy and Audit Subcommittee approved meeting minutes from March 21 and April 25, 2024, each with one abstention. They also discussed a presentation on potential revenue measures for the November 2024 ballot, but took no formal action on the item. Cancellation notices for April 11 and May 9 meetings were acknowledged.

• Approved March 21, 2024 minutes as submitted (Member MacDonald abstained)
• Approved April 25, 2024 special meeting minutes as submitted (Chair Rogers abstained)
• Discussed revenue measures presentation for Nov 2024 ballot (no formal action)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to review the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for consistency with the City's 2035 General Plan, as required by state law. Seven new projects are to be evaluated.

• Public hearing on FY 2024-2025 Capital Improvement Program consistency with General Plan, including seven new projects

The Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. PC-2024-009 regarding the City's Capital Improvement Program. This action finds that seven new projects in the fiscal year 2024-2025 program are consistent with the City of Santa Rosa 2035 General Plan.

• Approved May 9, 2024 draft minutes
• Adopted Resolution No. PC-2024-009 regarding CIP consistency (4-0)

City Council

The June 11, 2024 regular meeting of the Santa Rosa City Council has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 18, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled; no business conducted

City Council

This special meeting has a single item: approving Councilmember Chris Rogers' absences from regular meetings between May 21 and end of June 2024 due to welcoming a new child. The city attorney recommends excusing the absences to avoid a potential vacancy under council rules.

• Approval of Councilmember Chris Rogers' absences from May 21, June 4, and potentially June 18 regular meetings through end of June 2024
• Rule I.F. states a councilmember's office becomes vacant after 30 consecutive days of absence without permission

The City Council approved absences for Councilmember Chris Rogers from May 21 through the end of June 2024. The motion passed with a 7-0 vote.

• Approved Councilmember C. Rogers' absences from May 21, 2024, through the end of June 2024 (7-0)
• Meeting adjourned at 3:40 p.m.

Design Review Board

The June 6, 2024 regular meeting of the Design Review Board was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 20, 2024.

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on a Minor Conditional Use Permit and Minor Design Review to allow a Planet Fitness with extended hours and exterior modifications at 551 Summerfield Road. Also scheduled are public meetings for a tattoo business at 317 D Street and a fence replacement at 2660 Silver Stone Lane. The meeting includes approval of minutes and public comment.

• Public hearing: Minor Conditional Use Permit and Minor Design Review for Planet Fitness at 551 Summerfield Road (CUP23-063, DR23-036)
• Public meeting: Minor Conditional Use Permit for a tattoo business (Faith Tattoo) at 317 D Street (CUP24-010)
• Public meeting: Minor Conditional Use Permit for an eight-foot fence replacement at 2660 Silver Stone Lane (CUP24-009)
• Approval of May 16, 2024 draft minutes
• Updated public correspondence received as of June 5, 2024 for Planet Fitness item

The Zoning Administrator approved a tattoo shop permit at 317 D Street and an 8-foot fence permit at 2660 Silver Stone Lane. A request for a Planet Fitness facility at 551 Summerfield Road was continued to a future date.

• Approved tattoo shop permit at 317 D Street (Resolution ZA-2024-021)
• Approved 8-foot fence permit at 2660 Silver Stone Lane (Resolution ZA-2024-022)
• Continued Planet Fitness hearing to July 18, 2024

Board of Public Utilities

This meeting was cancelled because a quorum could not be reached. Agenda items will be carried forward to a future meeting date. The agenda included staff briefings on the Laguna Environmental Laboratory update, 2024 annual compliance, and water supply, plus a consent item for a landscaping maintenance contract worth up to $1,160,137.72.

• Meeting cancelled; items postponed
• Bid award for landscaping maintenance services up to $1,160,137.72 with New Image Landscape Company
• Staff briefing on Laguna Environmental Laboratory update and regulatory compliance
• 2024 Annual Compliance Update for Regional Water Reuse System
• Water and recycled water supply update

Open Government Task Force Implementation Subcommittee

The regularly scheduled June 6, 2024, meeting of the Open Government Task Force Implementation Subcommittee has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for August 1, 2024. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

Cultural Heritage Board

The June 5, 2024 regular meeting of the Santa Rosa Cultural Heritage Board has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 19, 2024.

Climate Action Subcommittee

The June 5, 2024, Climate Action Subcommittee meeting was cancelled due to a loss of quorum. Scheduled agenda items will move to the next meeting on August 7, 2024.

• Cancellation of June 5 meeting due to loss of quorum
• Rescheduling of agenda items to August 7, 2024

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting the police department's annual military equipment report and renewing the AB 481 ordinance. They will also vote on calling the November 2024 general municipal election for four council districts, approving a $263,000 settlement with Meadowgreen No. 2 HOA, and extending the local homeless emergency. Other items include second readings of ordinances on Oakmont Planned Development text amendment, prezoning at 5817 Highway 12, and regulating retail tobacco sales.

• Police department annual military equipment report and renewal of AB 481 ordinance (Item 15.1)
• Resolution to call November 2024 election for Council Districts 1, 3, 5, 7 (Item 13.3)
• Budget amendment of $263,000 for settlement with Meadowgreen No. 2 Homeowners Association (Item 13.2)
• Extension of local homeless emergency proclamation (Item 13.4)
• Second reading of ordinance regulating retail tobacco sales (Item 13.7)

The City Council approved a consent agenda of six items, including resolutions to call the November 2024 election, amend the budget for a settlement, and extend a local homeless emergency proclamation. The council also adopted two zoning ordinances for Oakmont and a property on Highway 12.

• Approved Resolution 2024-077 increasing Geotab contract to $600,000 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-078 amending FY 2023-24 budget by $263,000 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-079 calling November 5, 2024 municipal election (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-080 adopting candidate statement regulations (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-081 extending local homeless emergency proclamation (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-008 amending Oakmont Planned Development policy (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-009 prezoning 5817 Highway 12 to RR-20-SR-RC (6-0)
• Council Member Alvarez recused from Item 13.7 due to cannabis industry business

Art in Public Places Committee

This meeting was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 1, 2024. No other items were listed.

City Council

This meeting was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 4, 2024.

• Regular meeting of May 28, 2024, cancelled

Housing Authority

The Santa Rosa Housing Authority will consider two consent items at this special meeting. First, they will vote on a resolution to acknowledge the completion of Laurel at Perennial Park Phase I, a 94-unit rental housing project at 3575 Mendocino Avenue, funded by the Community Development Block Grant Program – Disaster Recovery. Second, they will consider a resolution to change the legal name of the entity awarded eight Project Based Vouchers for Del Nido Apartments from Eden Development, Inc. to New Del Nido, L.P. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from April 22, 2024, and public comment periods.

• Resolution acknowledging completion of Laurel at Perennial Park Phase I (94 units, 3575 Mendocino Avenue)
• Resolution to rename awardee of 8 Project Based Vouchers for Del Nido Apartments from Eden Development, Inc. to New Del Nido, L.P.
• Approval of draft minutes from April 22, 2024

The Housing Authority unanimously approved the April 22, 2024 minutes and adopted two consent items. One resolution acknowledged the completion of the 94-unit Laurel at Perennial Park Phase I housing project at 3575 Mendocino Avenue. The other resolution changed the legal name on eight Project Based Vouchers for Del Nido Apartments from Eden Development, Inc. to New Del Nido, L.P. All votes were 7-0.

• Approved April 22, 2024 draft minutes (7-0)
• Adopted consent items including resolution acknowledging completion of Laurel at Perennial Park Phase I (94 units) (7-0)
• Changed legal name on eight Project Based Vouchers for Del Nido Apartments to New Del Nido, L.P. (7-0)

Santa Rosa Tourism Business Improvement Area Advisory Board

The regular meeting of the Santa Rosa Tourism Business Improvement Area Advisory Board scheduled for May 23, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 25, 2024.

Waterways Advisory Committee

The Waterways Advisory Committee will discuss a Certificate of Modification request to adjust side setbacks for Lots 1 and 45 on Fistor Drive by aligning building lines with the Scenic Road Combining District. The committee also will receive a Creek Stewardship Update from city staff. No formal action is taken by the committee; it provides advisory comments to decision-making bodies.

• Certificate of Modification request for 4301 & 4500 Fistor Drive to modify side setback for two lots
• Creek Stewardship Update presented by Environmental Specialist and Creek Stewardship Coordinator
• Approval of minutes from March 28, 2024 meeting
• Committee reports and department reports (PED, Water, Sonoma Water)

The Waterways Advisory Committee approved the March 28, 2024, draft minutes. The committee received a creek stewardship update and a presentation on a certificate of modification request for 4301 and 4500 Fistor Drive to align building setbacks with the Brush Creek Road scenic district, but took no vote on the request. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved March 28, 2024 draft minutes

Planning Commission

This regular meeting of the Santa Rosa Planning Commission has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, June 13, 2024.

Subdivision/Development Advisory Committee

The committee will hold a public hearing on a parcel map to subdivide a 0.96-acre parcel with an existing home at 408 Calistoga Road into four lots. One lot will retain the existing home and three lots are designated for future homes.

• Public hearing on parcel map (MIN22-001) for Calistoga Cottages subdivision at 408 Calistoga Road, splitting 0.96 acres into four lots

Board of Community Services

This regular meeting of the Santa Rosa Board of Community Services was cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 26, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled by City of Santa Rosa; no agenda items acted upon
• Scheduled item to elect a Vice Chair was not held
• Proposed discussion on Galvin and Howarth Park tennis/pickleball court layout did not occur

The May 22, 2024 regular meeting of the Board of Community Services was cancelled. No decisions or actions were taken.

City Council

The Santa Rosa City Council will decide on appropriating $2 million in state grant funds to pay overdue water and wastewater charges for customers. They will also consider submitting a $4.6 million Calistoga Road Reconstruction project for state funding, approve multiple vehicle purchases for police and public works, and extend a hazardous waste contract. A closed session on labor negotiations and a request to discuss amending the voting process for council appointments are also on the agenda.

• Appropriation of $2,038,897 from state grant for overdue water/wastewater charges
• Submission of $4,596,103 Calistoga Road Reconstruction project for SB1 transportation funding
• Purchase of one 2023 Chevrolet Silverado crane body for $200,303 and up to $575,000 for Chevrolet Tahoe SSVs
• Purchase of three 2024 Ford F-150 Police Responder vehicles for $159,617
• First amendment to hazardous waste contract with Environmental Logistics, Inc. for $200,000 increase

The City Council voted 6-0 to introduce an ordinance updating the Oakmont Planned Development Policy Statement, including boundary maps and land use rules. It also voted 6-0 to prezone a property at 5817 Highway 12 to Rural Residential zoning. A proposed ordinance regulating retail tobacco sales was introduced but the final vote outcome is not recorded in the minutes.

• Approved Oakmont Planned Development text amendment (6-0, 1 absent)
• Approved annexation prezoning of 5817 Highway 12 to RR-20-SR-RC (6-0, 1 absent)
• Introduced tobacco retail ordinance; vote outcome not recorded

Housing Authority

The Santa Rosa Housing Authority regular meeting scheduled for May 20, 2024, was cancelled because a quorum could not be reached. No business was conducted. The next regular meeting is set for June 17, 2024.

• Study session on FY 2024-2025 NOFA priorities for rehabilitation adding affordable units (not held)
• Consent item: acknowledgement of project completion for Laurel at Perennial Park Phase I, 94-unit rental project at 3575 Mendocino Avenue (not voted on)

Public Financing Authority

The regular meeting of the Public Financing Authority scheduled for May 16, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 20, 2024.

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board

The May 16, 2024 regular meeting of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 18, 2024.

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for The Club at Flamingo Global Court to continue operating a health club and convert two tennis courts into eight pickleball courts. Other items include a continued hearing for a Planet Fitness at 551 Summerfield Road (to June 6, 2024), a design review for exterior facade changes at 1150 Coddingtown, and withdrawal of the Tipsy Taco Cantina application.

• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit CUP23-066 for health club with pickleball conversion at 2777 4th Street
• Minor Conditional Use Permit and Design Review for Planet Fitness at 551 Summerfield Road continued to June 6, 2024
• Design Review for exterior facade changes at 1150 Coddingtown (DR24-003) to combine two suites
• Tipsy Taco Cantina Conditional Use Permit (CUP23-034) at 505 Mendocino Ave withdrawn
• Approval of draft minutes from May 2, 2024

The Zoning Administrator approved a conditional use permit for a health club to convert two tennis courts into eight pickleball courts. A design review for exterior facade changes at 1150 Coddingtown was also approved. A request for a Planet Fitness facility was continued to June 6, 2024.

• Approved Minor Conditional Use Permit for The Club at Flamingo Global Court at 2777 4th Street (Resolution No. ZA-2024-018)
• Approved Minor Design Review for exterior facade changes at 1150 Coddingtown (Resolution No. ZA-2024-020)
• Continued Minor Conditional Use Permit and Minor Design Review for Planet Fitness at 551 Summerfield Road to June 6, 2024
• Application withdrawn for Tipsy Taco Cantina conditional use permit at 505 Mendocino Ave
• Approved May 2, 2024 draft minutes

Board of Public Utilities

The Board of Public Utilities will hold a study session on a draft feasibility report for two solar photovoltaic systems at water operations. Consent items include a one-year contract extension with Poncia Fertilizer Inc. for biosolids land application at $65,220 and an agreement with Sonoma County Water Agency on a phosphorus water quality trading framework.

• Study session on solar photovoltaic feasibility study for Subregional and Local Water Operations Systems
• Consent item: Approve first amendment to biosolids land application contract with Poncia Fertilizer Inc. — $65,220 (total not to exceed $127,540)
• Consent item: Approve water quality trading framework agreement with Sonoma County Water Agency (phosphorus)
• Staff briefing on Ultraviolet (UV) Disinfection Replacement Project at Laguna Treatment Plant
• Approval of draft minutes from May 2, 2024 meeting

The Board of Public Utilities approved two consent items: a one-year extension of the biosolids land application contract with Poncia Fertilizer Inc. for $65,220 (total not to exceed $127,540) and a water quality trading framework agreement with the Sonoma County Water Agency. The board also approved the May 2, 2024 meeting minutes. A study session on a solar photovoltaic feasibility study was held with no decision made.

• Approved May 2, 2024 regular meeting minutes as submitted
• Approved First Amendment to General Services Agreement with Poncia Fertilizer Inc. for biosolids land application: one-year extension, 4.65% price increase, $65,220 (total not to exceed $127,540)
• Approved Agreement between Sonoma County Water Agency and City of Santa Rosa for Water Quality Trading Framework (phosphorus) and authorized Director to sign

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review concept designs for two development projects. These include a proposal for independent living units at Spring Lake Village and an expansion of the Round Barn Hotel.

• Concept design review for 32 independent living units at 225 Los Alamos Rd (Spring Lake Village)
• Concept design review for thirty-nine guest cabins and a new courtyard at 3555 Round Barn Blvd

Cultural Heritage Board

The Cultural Heritage Board regular meeting scheduled for May 15, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 5, 2024.

Economic Development Subcommittee

The May 14, 2024 Economic Development Subcommittee meeting was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, July 9, 2024.

City Council

The regular City Council meeting scheduled for May 14, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Long-Term Financial Policy and Audit Subcommittee

The regular meeting of the Long-Term Financial Policy and Audit Subcommittee scheduled for May 9, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 13, 2024, at 3:30 PM.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request for a second one-year time extension for an approved tentative subdivision map for 16 single-family lots at 1650 Meda Avenue. The commission will also receive a presentation on the update to the Active Transportation Plan and a study session on the 2023 General Plan Annual Review.

• Public hearing on time extension for Holly Hock Subdivision (16 single-family lots) at 1650 Meda Ave
• Presentation on the Santa Rosa Active Transportation Plan update (renamed from Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan)
• Study session on the 2023 General Plan Annual Review, including inclusionary housing and growth management
• Approval of draft minutes from April 11, 2024
• Commissioner reports and statements of abstention

The Planning Commission approved a second one-year time extension for a tentative subdivision map at 1650 Meda Avenue. The commission also received presentations on the Active Transportation Plan update and the 2023 General Plan Annual Review.

• Approved second one-year time extension for Holly Hock Subdivision at 1650 Meda Ave (5-0)
• Approved April 11, 2024 draft minutes

City Council

The City Council holds a continued study session (from May 7) on the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 Operations and Maintenance Budget and Capital Improvement Program. Day 2 covers presentations from Planning & Economic Development, Parks & Recreation, Transportation & Public Works, Water, and Capital Improvement Project departments. The session is for information and questions; no action is taken.

• Review of FY 2024-25 Operations and Maintenance Budget
• Review of Capital Improvement Program Budget
• Department presentations: Planning & Economic Development, Parks & Recreation, Transportation & Public Works, Water, Capital Improvement Project

The City Council held a study session to review the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 Operations and Maintenance Budget and Capital Improvement Program budget. Presentations covered Planning and Economic Development, Recreation and Parks, Transportation and Public Works, and Santa Rosa Water. No formal actions or votes were taken during this session.

• Reviewed proposed FY 2024-25 department budgets (information only)

City Council

The City Council holds a study session to review the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 Operations and Maintenance Budget and Capital Improvement Program budget, with Day 1 covering the city-wide overview and administrative and public safety departments. No action will be taken during the study session. Consent items include a contract for park court renovations, an extension of an exclusive negotiation agreement for a downtown property, and the purchase of 12 battery electric buses totaling up to $18 million. The Council also has requests to discuss a senior overlay for mobile home parks, a language access policy, and cell phone tower buffer zones.

• Study session on FY 2024-25 operations and capital budget
• Contract up to $314,304 with Callander Associates for design of court renovations at Howarth Memorial and Galvin Community Parks
• Extension of exclusive negotiation agreement with Rogal Projects for 625 and 637 3rd Street (Garage 5)
• Purchase of six battery electric buses from New Flyer of America and six from Gillig LLC, each not-to-exceed $9 million
• Requests for future agenda items on senior overlay for mobile home parks, language access policy, and cell phone tower buffer zones

The City Council held a study session to review the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 Operations and Maintenance Budget and Capital Improvement Program. No formal actions were taken on the budget.

• Held study session on FY 2024-25 Operations and Maintenance Budget
• Held study session on FY 2024-25 Capital Improvement Program budget
• Received presentations on proposed departmental budgets

Art in Public Places Committee

The Art in Public Places Committee will vote on the proposed artwork design for a community improvement project along the Prince Memorial Greenway and approve a recommended artist for the Fire Station 5 Public Art Project. They will also elect a Vice Chair and receive updates on current projects.

• Election of Vice Chair per Council Policy 000-42
• Friends of the Prince Memorial Greenway art proposal for a community improvement project
• Recommended artist for Fire Station 5 Public Art Project presented by staff
• Program and project updates from staff (information only)

The committee approved the artwork design for the Prince Memorial Greenway and selected a recommended artist for the Fire Station 5 project. The committee also re-elected Kristin Kiefer as Vice Chair.

• Re-elected Kristin Kiefer as Vice Chair (7-0)
• Approved artwork design for Prince Memorial Greenway (7-0)
• Approved recommended artist for Fire Station 5 Public Art Project (7-0)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will hold a public hearing to consider a Major Design Review application for a new two-story industrial shell building on an existing industrial campus. The project is exempt from certain environmental review. The board will decide whether to approve the design based on zoning code, design guidelines, and other city requirements.

• Public hearing for Major Design Review (DR22-042) at 2711 Giffen Ave
• Proposed 37,520-square-foot, two-story industrial shell building
• Project located within existing industrial campus
• Supporting documents include traffic study, biological assessment, hydrology report

The Board approved design review for a new 37,520-square-foot, two-story industrial shell building. The project is located at 2711 Giffen Avenue within an existing industrial campus.

• Approved April 18, 2024 draft minutes
• Approved design review for Giffen One Building at 2711 Giffen Ave (4-0)

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will hold public hearings on three conditional use permit applications: a food truck at 175 Sebastopol Rd, a fence at 3963 Sacramento Ave, and a veterinary hospital at 100 Brookwood Ave. The meeting also includes approval of draft minutes from April 18 and general public comment. All projects are exempt from CEQA review.

• Public hearing for Taqueria El Grullense conditional use permit for a food truck at 175 Sebastopol Rd, operating 10 AM to 10 PM daily
• Public hearing for a conditional use permit to extend a fence into the setback at 3963 Sacramento Ave along Yulupa Ave for safety and privacy
• Public hearing for Alderbrook Pet Hospital conditional use permit for a full-service veterinary hospital at 100 Brookwood Ave
• Approval of draft minutes from the April 18, 2024 Zoning Administrator meeting
• Public comment period for matters not on the agenda

The Zoning Administrator approved three conditional use permits: a mobile food vending operation (Taqueria El Grullense) at 175 Sebastopol Rd, a residential fence extension into a setback at 3963 Sacramento Ave, and a veterinary hospital (Alderbrook Pet Hospital) at 100 Brookwood Ave. All projects were found exempt from CEQA. The minutes from April 18, 2024 were also approved.

• Approved Resolution ZA-2024-015 for a minor conditional use permit for a mobile food vending operation at 175 Sebastopol Rd (Taqueria El Grullense)
• Approved Resolution ZA-2024-016 for a minor conditional use permit for a 7.5-foot fence extension into the exterior side setback at 3963 Sacramento Ave
• Approved Resolution ZA-2024-017 for a minor conditional use permit for a veterinary clinic at 100 Brookwood Ave (Alderbrook Pet Hospital)
• Approved draft minutes from April 18, 2024

Board of Public Utilities

The Board will vote on awarding a $2.995 million contract to replace obsolete valves and actuators at the Laguna Treatment Plant. A separate consent item seeks approval of a $392,282 engineering design contract for backup generator and boiler replacements. Staff will also update the Board on water supply and the UV disinfection project.

• Award Contract No. C02096 to TNT Industrial Contractors for $2,674,200 plus 12% contingency ($2,995,104 total) for Laguna Treatment Plant Filter Cells 9-14 Valve and Actuator Replacement
• Approve $392,282 professional services agreement with Integrated Project Solutions for design of Delta Pond Standby Generator and LTP Annex Boiler Replacements
• Staff briefing on water and recycled water supply issues
• Update on the Ultraviolet (UV) Disinfection Replacement Project at the Laguna Treatment Plant
• Approval of draft minutes from April 4, 2024 regular meeting

The Board approved a consent item for a $392,282 professional engineering design services agreement for the Delta Pond Standby Generator and LTP Annex Boiler Replacements. They also awarded a $2,995,104 contract to TNT Industrial Contractors for replacing valves and actuators at the Laguna Treatment Plant filter cells 9-14. Both motions passed 5-0 with two members absent.

• Approved April 4, 2024 regular meeting minutes as submitted (5-0)
• Approved $392,282 professional services agreement with Integrated Project Solutions for Delta Pond Standby Generator and LTP Annex Boiler Replacements (5-0)
• Awarded $2,995,104 contract to TNT Industrial Contractors for Laguna Treatment Plant Filter Cells 9-14 Valve and Actuator Replacement (5-0)

Contract Review Subcommittee

The City of Santa Rosa's Contract Review Subcommittee meets to review two proposed professional services agreements: a mitigation bank endowment agreement with Center for Natural Lands Management for up to $251,975, and a phosphorus credit trading agreement with Sonoma County Water Agency for a net total of $777,090.

• Proposed Professional Services Agreement with Center for Natural Lands Management for Kelly Farm Mitigation Bank, not to exceed $251,975
• Proposed agreement with Sonoma County Water Agency for 16,049 phosphorus credits at $60/credit, net $777,090 after sediment disposal credit
• Subcommittee decision on both agreements is pending; public comment accepted via email by 5 p.m. April 30 or in-person at the meeting

Subdivision/Development Advisory Committee

The Subdivision/Development Advisory Committee regular meeting scheduled for May 1, 2024, was cancelled. All items, including a public hearing for a parcel map to subdivide 0.96 acres at 408 Calistoga Road into four lots, are continued to May 22, 2024, at 4:30 p.m. Public participation is available in person or via Zoom.

• Public hearing on parcel map for the Calistoga Cottages Subdivision at 408 Calistoga Road (File No. MIN22-001) — proposed subdivision of 0.96-acre parcel into four lots

Climate Action Subcommittee

The May 1, 2024 meeting of the Climate Action Subcommittee has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is June 5, 2024.

Cultural Heritage Board

The regular meeting of the Cultural Heritage Board scheduled for May 1, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on May 15, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled; no items were considered.

City Council

This regular meeting of the Santa Rosa City Council was cancelled. No decisions, discussions, or public hearings were held. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 7, 2024.

Long-Term Financial Policy and Audit Subcommittee

The Long-Term Financial Policy and Audit Subcommittee will receive the third-quarter budget review for FY 2023/24, focusing on the General Fund. Members will also discuss a standardized methodology for comparing costs of contractor versus in-house services. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and a public comment period. The next regular meeting scheduled for May 9 is cancelled; the following meeting is set for June 13.

• Q3 FY 2023/24 quarterly budget review with General Fund focus
• Discussion of Finance Department's methodology for in-house vs. contractor cost analyses
• Approval of draft minutes from March 21, 2024 meeting
• Cancellation notice for the April 11, 2024 meeting

The Long-Term Financial Policy and Audit Subcommittee met but took no substantive decisions. Approval of prior meeting minutes was continued to the next meeting due to lack of a quorum. Members received informational presentations on the FY 23/24 third-quarter budget review and on a standardized methodology for analyzing in-house versus contractor services.

• Continued approval of March 21 regular meeting minutes to June 13 meeting (no quorum)

Waterways Advisory Committee

This regular meeting of the Santa Rosa Waterways Advisory Committee was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, May 23, 2024.

Planning Commission

The April 25, 2024 regular meeting of the Santa Rosa Planning Commission has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 9, 2024.

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board is holding a special meeting with the primary agenda item being the election of a vice chair. The meeting consists of call to order, public comment limited to agenda items, the election, and adjournment. No other substantive business is scheduled.

• Election of vice chair as the sole new business item

Community Advisory Board

The Community Advisory Board will decide on dispersing $7,500 in Q1 2024 Community Improvement Grants to three projects: an outdoor mural at A Street Studios, a free summer event in Martin Luther King Junior Park, and a native plant mural and garden at 606 Santa Rosa Ave. The board will also receive a transportation update on crosswalks, discuss its vision and goals, and elect a vice-chair.

• Decision on $7,500 in Q1 2024 Community Improvement Grants for three projects (SPFA Arts District Outdoor Gallery, Summer in South Park, Rising of 606 Santa Rosa Ave)
• Transportation and Public Works update on crosswalks
• Discussion of Community Advisory Board vision and engagement goals
• Election of a vice-chair for a one-year term starting April 24, 2024
• Approval of March 27, 2024 draft minutes

The Community Advisory Board approved $7,500 in Community Improvement Grants for three local projects and elected Amy Holter as Vice Chair. The meeting also included a presentation on transportation crosswalks and a discussion on board vision.

• Approved $7,500 in Q1 Community Improvement Grants (8-4)
• Elected Amy Holter as Vice Chair (7-5)
• Approved March 27, 2024 meeting minutes as submitted
• Heard presentation on transportation crosswalks

Board of Community Services

The regular meeting of the Santa Rosa Board of Community Services scheduled for April 24, 2024, has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will occur. The next regular meeting is set for May 22, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled; no action taken
• Proposed updates to Board's Governing Ordinance and Bylaws were on agenda
• Vice Chair nomination and election was on agenda
• Galvin & Howarth Park tennis/pickleball court layout discussion was on agenda

The scheduled regular meeting of the Board of Community Services for April 24, 2024, was cancelled. No decisions or actions were taken.

Public Safety Subcommittee

The subcommittee will hear presentations on illicit massage establishments and the Fire Department's 2024-2029 Strategic Plan. Staff will provide updates on police programs including the inRESPONSE Mental Health Support Team, traffic enforcement, and violence reduction efforts. All items are for discussion and feedback; no decisions are scheduled.

• Presentation on illicit massage establishments by Police and Code Enforcement, including discussion of potential changes to city ordinance
• Review of Fire Department 2024-2029 Strategic Plan with five strategic goals and objectives
• Police Department update on inRESPONSE Mental Health Support Team, Traffic Enforcement and Safety, and Violence Reduction Efforts
• Fire Department update on major programs and initiatives related to City Council goals
• Approval of January 23, 2024 regular meeting minutes

The Public Safety Subcommittee heard presentations on illicit massage establishments and the Fire Department's 2024-2029 Strategic Plan, and received updates from the Police and Fire Departments. No formal decisions or votes were taken on any substantive items; the only action was approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved January 23, 2024 regular meeting minutes as submitted

City Council

The City Council regular meeting scheduled for April 23, 2024 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 7, 2024. No items were considered or discussed.

• Meeting cancelled

Housing Authority

The Housing Authority will hold study sessions on the proposed FY 2024/25 budget (for information only, no action) and on priorities for the FY 2024/2025 Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for affordable housing funds. Commissioners will also discuss scheduling property tours of assisted properties and receive an update on the pending development pipeline. The meeting includes approval of the March 25, 2024 draft minutes.

• Study session: review of FY 2024/25 proposed Housing Authority budget (no action requested)
• Study session: discussion of FY 2024/2025 NOFA priorities and estimated available funds
• Discussion of commissioner-requested tours of Housing Authority-assisted properties
• Pending development pipeline update provided for information
• Approval of March 25, 2024 draft minutes

The Housing Authority held a study session to review the proposed FY 2024/25 budget and discuss priorities for the upcoming Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA), but took no formal action on those items. The only decision was approval of the March 25, 2024 draft minutes. Commissioners also discussed organizing property tours and a paperwork requirement for Housing Choice Voucher holders.

• Approved March 25, 2024 draft minutes as submitted (unanimous)

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board will discuss Phase 1 public outreach and the Final Existing Conditions Report for the Active Transportation Plan, plus the 2024-25 Capital Improvement Budget as it relates to bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure. No votes or decisions are pending; all items are for discussion and information only.

• Presentation of Phase 1 public outreach events for the Active Transportation Plan
• Review and discussion of the Final Existing Conditions Report for the Active Transportation Plan
• Discussion of the 2024-25 Capital Improvement Budget for bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure
• Approval of the February 15, 2024 regular meeting minutes

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board approved the minutes from its February 15, 2024, regular meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the board received and filed three informational reports on Active Transportation Plan outreach, an existing conditions report, and the 2024-25 capital budget.

• Approved February 15, 2024 minutes (6-0-2-1, with Schwarz recused)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will hold a public hearing to decide on a Design Review Permit for a new 85-foot-tall monopine telecommunication tower with ground equipment at 2715 Giffen Avenue. The project is exempt from CEQA. The board will also consider approval of draft minutes from January meetings and hold a vice chair election.

• Public hearing for Design Review Permit (DR23-038) for an 85-foot monopine telecommunication tower with ground equipment and a 6-foot CMU wall at 2715 Giffen Avenue
• Approval of draft minutes from January 18, 2024 and January 25, 2024
• Vice chair election as part of board business
• No consent items listed

The Design Review Board approved a Design Review Permit for a new 85-foot-tall monopine telecommunication tower with ground equipment and a 6-foot CMU wall at 2715 Giffen Avenue. The vote was 5-0 (one absent). The board also approved minutes from January 18 and January 25, 2024, and continued the Vice Chair election to a future meeting.

• Approved minutes of January 18, 2024, as submitted
• Approved minutes of January 25, 2024, as submitted
• Continued Vice Chair election to a future meeting (5-0)
• Approved Resolution DRB-2024-003 granting Design Review approval for monopine telecom tower at 2715 Giffen Ave (5-0)

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will hold public meetings on two items: a design review for a T-Mobile tower extension at 3186 Coffey Lane, adding six antennas and increasing height from 20 to 80 feet, and a landmark alteration permit to replace a deck at 653 Charles Street. No other substantive decisions are scheduled.

• T-Mobile tower extension – add 6 antennas, increase tower height from 20 to 80 feet at 3186 Coffey Lane (DR24-007)
• Landmark alteration permit for deck replacement at 653 Charles Street (LMA24-003)

The Zoning Administrator approved a design review for a T-Mobile tower extension and ground equipment at 3182 Coffey Lane. A landmark alteration permit for a rear deck replacement at 653 Charles Street was also approved. The April 4, 2024, meeting minutes were approved.

• Approved April 4, 2024 draft minutes
• Approved Minor Design Review (Resolution ZA-2024-013) for T-Mobile tower extension and ground equipment at 3182 Coffey Lane with added conditions
• Approved Minor Landmark Alteration Permit (Resolution ZA-2024-014) for rear deck replacement at 653 Charles Street

Public Financing Authority

The April 18, 2024 meeting of the Santa Rosa Public Financing Authority has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 16, 2024.

Board of Public Utilities

The Board of Public Utilities meeting scheduled for April 18, 2024 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 2, 2024 at 1:30 p.m.

• Meeting cancelled; no business conducted

Water Conservation Subcommittee

The subcommittee will consider approving the 2024 Water-Use Efficiency Awards for presentation at the May 21 City Council meeting alongside a Water Awareness Month proclamation. Staff will also provide updates on the grant-funded Direct Install Program, including funding sources and program modifications, and on overall Water Use Efficiency programs covering key metrics and upcoming events.

• Approval of 2024 Water-Use Efficiency Awards for Council presentation on May 21
• Update on Water Awareness Month activities for May
• Direct Install Program progress and grant funding updates
• Water Use Efficiency program metrics and upcoming workshops
• Approval of September 12, 2023 special meeting minutes

Board of Building Regulations Appeals

This regular meeting of the Board of Building Regulations Appeals has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 17, 2024.

Cultural Heritage Board

The Cultural Heritage Board will review the Historic Resource Study completed for Fremont Neighborhood Park and provide input on opportunities and priorities for updating the park's Master Plan. The meeting also includes routine business such as approval of the March 20 draft minutes, board member reports, and vice chair elections. No consent items are scheduled.

• Review of Historic Resource Study for Fremont Neighborhood Park and input on Master Plan update priorities
• Vice Chair elections
• Approval of March 20, 2024 draft minutes
• Public comments on matters within Board jurisdiction
• Board member and department reports

The board approved the March 20, 2024, meeting minutes and elected a new Vice Chair. Members also reviewed a Historic Resource Study report for Fremont Neighborhood Park to provide input for the park's Master Plan update.

• Approved March 20, 2024 draft minutes
• Elected Board Member Patrick Carney as Vice Chair (6-0)

Santa Rosa Tourism Business Improvement Area Advisory Board

This special meeting of the Santa Rosa Tourism Business Improvement Area Advisory Board will consider event support applications for nine local events, including the California Artisan Cheese Festival and the Santa Rosa Marathon, and review scoring results. No other business will be conducted.

• California Artisan Cheese Festival event support application
• 2024 Monster Truck Spring Nationals (Santa Rosa) event support application
• Country Summer Music Festival event support application
• Sonoma County Hot Air Balloon Classic event support application
• Santa Rosa Marathon event support application

The board approved the event funding amounts recommended by staff. The motion carried with a 4-1 vote.

• Approved event funding amounts recommended by staff (4-1)
• Board Member Anderson participated remotely due to contagious illness
• Meeting adjourned at 11:19 a.m.

City Council

The Santa Rosa City Council will vote on a package of consent items, including contract extensions, equipment purchases, and grant applications. The council will also receive updates on litigation settlements, regional agency reports, and a proclamation extending the local homeless emergency. No public hearings are listed in the provided agenda text.

• Approval of a $9,530,057 grant application for predevelopment construction on downtown surplus sites
• $799,782.54 cooperative purchase for police LTE cellular radios and software
• $370,000 professional services agreement for a citywide electric vehicle infrastructure master plan
• $514,440 appropriation from Sonoma County Measure O for the inRESPONSE police program
• Five-year extension of internet and public WiFi service for Courthouse Square and Railroad Square

Council unanimously approved a consent agenda including $799,782 for police radio equipment, $514,440 for the inRESPONSE program, $200,000 for vegetation management, and $197,524 for a storage area network update. The City Attorney reported a previously authorized $2.75 million city payment as part of a $6.25 million settlement with Bay Cities Paving & Grading. The council also approved the March 26, 2024 minutes (Fleming abstained) and proclaimed April as Sonoma County Wine Month.

• Approved $799,782 Motorola police radio equipment purchase (7-0)
• Approved $514,440 Measure O funding for inRESPONSE program (7-0)
• Approved $200,000 vegetation management contract with Conservation Corps North Bay (7-0)
• Approved $197,524 Storage Area Network update with ODP Business Solutions (7-0)
• Approved March 26, 2024 minutes (6-0, Fleming abstained)
• Proclaimed April as Sonoma County Wine Month (unanimous)
• Received and filed settlement report of $2.75 million city payment (no vote needed)

Long-Term Financial Policy and Audit Subcommittee

The regular scheduled meeting of the Long-Term Financial Policy and Audit Subcommittee for April 11, 2024, has been cancelled. A special meeting has been scheduled for April 25, 2024, at 3:30 PM.

• Meeting cancelled on April 11, 2024
• Special meeting rescheduled for April 25, 2024, at 3:30 PM

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a request for an 85-foot telecommunication tower at 2715 Giffen Avenue. Other items include a one-year time extension for the Dutton Meadows subdivision and a pre-zoning request for annexation at 5817 Hwy 12.

• Conditional Use Permit for an 85-foot telecommunication tower at 2715 Giffen Avenue
• One-year time extension for Dutton Meadows subdivision (2650, 2666, & 2684 Dutton Meadow; 1112 & 1200 Hearn Avenue)
• Annexation pre-zoning for three single-family dwellings at 5817 Hwy 12
• FEMA Flood Risk Mapping Project presentation regarding Santa Rosa Creek Watershed

The commission approved three items: a conditional use permit for a new 85-foot telecommunication tower with equipment and fencing at 2715 Giffen Avenue (6-0), a one-year time extension for the Dutton Meadows 137-unit subdivision on Dutton Meadow and Hearn Avenue (6-0), and a recommendation to the City Council to prezone 5817 Highway 12 as RR-20-SR-RC to facilitate annexation (6-0). The March 28 meeting minutes were also approved. All votes were unanimous with one commissioner absent.

• Approved March 28, 2024 draft minutes (6-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for 85-foot telecommunication tower at 2715 Giffen Avenue (6-0)
• Approved one-year time extension for Dutton Meadows subdivision at 2650, 2666, 2684 Dutton Meadow and 1112 & 1200 Hearn Avenue (6-0)
• Approved recommendation to City Council to prezone 5817 Highway 12 to RR-20-SR-RC for annexation (6-0)

Public Safety and Prevention Tax Citizens' Oversight Committee (Formerly Measure O)

The Public Safety and Prevention Tax Citizens' Oversight Committee will elect a vice-chair and review the proposed FY 2024-25 budget for the tax (formerly Measure O). The committee will make a recommendation on the budget to the Santa Rosa City Council. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and public comment.

• Election of vice-chair for the oversight committee
• Review and recommendation of FY 2024-25 Public Safety and Prevention Tax proposed budget
• Approval of special meeting minutes from November 8, 2023

The Citizens' Oversight Committee reviewed the proposed FY 2024-25 budget for the Public Safety and Prevention Tax. The committee voted unanimously to recommend the budget presentation be sent to the City Council.

• Approved November 8, 2023 meeting minutes
• Re-appointed Nick Caston as Vice-Chair (7-0)
• Recommended FY 2024-25 Public Safety and Prevention Tax proposed budget be presented to City Council (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a study session on the potential impacts of waiving development impact fees for affordable housing projects, as proposed by an advocacy group. They will also consider multiple consent items, including a $2.5 million fire truck purchase, an $11.36 million Homekey grant application, a $973,850 contract for the Highway 101 bicycle and pedestrian overcrossing project, and conversion of Riley Street to two-way. Several requests for future agenda items will be discussed.

• Study session on impact of waiving development impact fees for affordable housing projects for households at or below 120% AMI
• Resolution to rescind and re-authorize $11.36 million Homekey grant application with Catholic Charities for Caritas Center
• Approval of $2,541,247 purchase of one 2028 Pierce Enforcer 107' aerial fire truck
• First amendment to contract with BKF Engineers for Highway 101 bicycle/pedestrian overcrossing, adding $973,850 (total $4,816,802)
• Introduction of ordinance to convert Riley Street between Fifth and Seventh from one-way to two-way

Design Review Board

The April 4, 2024 regular Design Review Board meeting has been cancelled. All items on the agenda, including a public hearing for a telecommunications tower at 2715 Giffen Avenue, will be continued to the next regular meeting on April 18, 2024 at 4:30 p.m.

• Public hearing continued: Design Review Permit for an 85-foot monopine telecommunication tower at 2715 Giffen Avenue (File DR23-038)
• Meeting cancelled; public to comment in person or via email in advance

The April 4, 2024 regular Design Review Board meeting was cancelled. All agenda items were continued to the next regular meeting on April 18, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled; no decisions made.

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will conduct public meetings regarding several land use permit applications. These include requests for a tattoo studio, gas station exterior improvements, a mobile food truck at Providence Hospital, and a warehouse space.

• Conditional Use Permit for Xican Studio tattoo studio and retail at 100 Burt Street, #K
• Conditional Use Permit and Design Review for exterior work at Arco, 2500 Guerneville Rd
• Minor Conditional Use Permit for Compass USA food truck at 1165 Montgomery Dr
• Minor Conditional Use Permit for warehouse use at 240 Barham Ave

The Zoning Administrator approved three conditional use permits for a tattoo studio, gas station modifications, and a mobile food truck. A fourth permit for a warehouse was approved with added conditions.

• Approved tattoo studio at 100 Burt St (Resolution ZA-2024-009)
• Approved gas station modifications at 2500 Guerneville Rd (Resolution ZA-2024-010)
• Approved mobile food truck at 1165 Montgomery Dr (Resolution ZA-2024-011)
• Approved warehouse use at 240 Barham Ave with added conditions (Resolution ZA-2024-012)

Board of Public Utilities

The Board of Public Utilities will consider three substantive items: approving a change order and contingency increase for Laguna Treatment Plant chiller upgrades, approving a $2.55 million professional services agreement for electrical infrastructure improvements at the same plant, and recommending the FY 2024/25 operating and capital budgets for water, wastewater, regional reuse, and storm water and creeks to the City Council. Additionally, staff will brief the board on the Earth Day event and water supply conditions.

• Recommendation to City Council for FY 2024/25 Water, Local Wastewater, Regional Reuse, and Storm Water and Creeks budgets
• Approval of change order and $90,000 contingency increase for Laguna Treatment Plant Chillers and Climate Control Upgrades (Contract C02105), total contract now $1,268,841.60
• Approval of Professional Services Agreement with Hazen and Sawyer ($2,552,847) for Laguna Treatment Plant Electrical Infrastructure Improvements design
• Staff briefing on annual Earth Day event at Courthouse Square on April 20
• Water and recycled water supply update

The Board approved three items: a $90,000 contingency increase and change order for Laguna Treatment Plant chiller upgrades, a $2,552,847 professional services agreement with Hazen and Sawyer for electrical infrastructure design, and Resolution No.1329 recommending the FY 2024/25 water, wastewater, and stormwater budgets to the City Council. All votes were 4-0 with three members absent.

• Approved $90,000 contingency increase and change order for Laguna Treatment Plant chiller upgrades, total contract $1,268,841.60 (4-0)
• Approved $2,552,847 professional services agreement with Hazen and Sawyer for Laguna Treatment Plant electrical infrastructure design (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No.1329 recommending FY 2024/25 water, wastewater, regional reuse, and stormwater budgets to City Council (4-0)
• Approved March 21, 2024 regular meeting minutes as submitted (4-0)

Subregional Wastewater Technical Advisory Committee

The Subregional Wastewater Technical Advisory Committee will consider approving the proposed Fiscal Year 2024/25 operations, maintenance, debt service, and capital improvement budgets. The agenda also includes updates from the Environmental Services and Regional Operations divisions.

• Approval of FY 2024/25 proposed operations, maintenance, debt service and capital improvement budgets
• Environmental Services Division update presentation
• Regional Operations Division update presentation
• Approval of March 14, 2024 regular meeting minutes

Open Government Task Force Implementation Subcommittee

The Open Government Task Force Implementation Subcommittee will receive two presentations: one on efforts to increase Spanish-language accessibility at City Council meetings (including a new video created in Spanish) and one on updates to the City's website (SRCity.org). No formal action is expected; the subcommittee may only give direction to staff. The meeting also includes approval of March 7, 2024 minutes and a director report.

• Presentation on increased Spanish accessibility at City Council meetings, including a new closed captioning computer and a Spanish-language video
• Presentation on City of Santa Rosa website updates by Director Lon Peterson
• Approval of draft minutes from March 7, 2024

The Open Government Task Force Implementation Subcommittee approved the March 7, 2024 minutes with a typo correction. No substantive decisions were made; members discussed ongoing efforts to increase Spanish-language accessibility at City Council meetings and a planned website update for SRCity.org. A Spanish-language video on accessibility was not shown due to technical issues and will be rescheduled.

• Approved March 7, 2024 draft minutes as amended (typo correction)

Cultural Heritage Board

The April 3, 2024 regular meeting of the Santa Rosa Cultural Heritage Board has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 17, 2024.

Climate Action Subcommittee

The Climate Action Subcommittee will hear an informational briefing from BayREN staff on the program portfolio and services to help residents, businesses, and agencies reduce energy use and emissions. No action is expected; the meeting includes procedural items like approval of minutes and public comment.

• Informational briefing on BayREN program overview and services for energy reduction
• Approval of draft minutes from March 6, 2024 regular meeting
• Opportunity for public comment on non-agenda items and agenda items

The Climate Action Subcommittee met on April 3, 2024, and approved the minutes from the March 6 meeting. The only substantive item was an informational briefing from Bay Area Regional Energy Network (BayREN) staff on programs to reduce energy use and emissions. No policy decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was largely procedural.

• Approved March 6, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Contract Review Subcommittee

The Contract Review Subcommittee is considering a proposed professional services agreement with Integrated Project Solutions of Walnut Creek for engineering design and permitting services for the Delta Pond Standby Generator and Laguna Treatment Plant Annex Boiler Replacements project, at a not-to-exceed cost of $392,282. This item is the only substantive business on the agenda.

• Proposed Professional Services Agreement with Integrated Project Solutions for $392,282
• Project covers Delta Pond Standby Generator and Laguna Treatment Plant Annex Boiler Replacements
• Engineering design and permitting services for critical infrastructure ancillary to the Santa Rosa Regional Water Reuse System

City Council

The April 2, 2024 regular meeting of the Santa Rosa City Council has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 9, 2024. No agenda items were considered.

Art in Public Places Committee

The April 1, 2024 regular meeting of the Art in Public Places Committee was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 6, 2024.

Public Financing Authority

The Public Financing Authority will hold a policy discussion on key elements of the Downtown Infrastructure Financing Plan (IFP), including tax percentage commitment and potential projects. No formal action will be taken, but staff may receive direction. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and discussion of future agenda items.

• Policy discussion on key elements of Downtown Infrastructure Financing Plan (IFP)
• Discussion includes tax percentage commitment and projects for IFP
• Possible direction to staff only; no action taken
• Approval of draft minutes from January 18, 2024
• Discussion of potential agenda items for future meetings

The board approved the draft minutes from January 18, 2024. Members held a policy discussion regarding the Downtown Infrastructure Financing Plan (IFP), but no formal actions were taken on the plan.

• Approved January 18, 2024 draft minutes

Waterways Advisory Committee

The Waterways Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting, reviewing development projects adjacent to creeks and waterways. It will conduct public hearings on the Santa Rosa Active Transportation Plan update (renaming the 2018 Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan) and the FEMA flood risk mapping project for the Santa Rosa Creek Watershed. The committee only provides advisory comments and takes no formal action.

• Public hearing on Santa Rosa Active Transportation Plan update (adoption anticipated spring 2025)
• Public hearing on FEMA flood risk mapping project for Santa Rosa Creek Watershed
• Approval of draft minutes from July 27, 2023
• Committee and department reports (no action taken)
• Review of statement of purpose for creekside development review

The Waterways Advisory Committee approved the July 27, 2023 draft minutes as submitted. The committee heard presentations on the Santa Rosa Active Transportation Plan update and the FEMA Flood Risk Mapping Project, but took no further votes or formal actions. The meeting was primarily informational and procedural.

• Approved July 27, 2023 draft minutes as submitted

Community Advisory Board

The Community Advisory Board will vote on dispersing grants and approving a list of activities for 2024. They will also elect a vice-chair. Presentations include updates on the Active Transportation Plan and FEMA flood risk mapping for Santa Rosa Creek Watershed.

• Motion to disperse Community Advisory Board Grants
• Motion to approve list of activities for CAB members in 2024
• Presentation on Santa Rosa Active Transportation Plan update (formerly Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan)
• Presentation on FEMA Santa Rosa Creek Watershed Flood Risk Mapping Project
• Election of Vice-Chair

The Community Advisory Board approved the recommended distribution of Community Advisory Board Grants. The board also received presentations on the Active Transportation Plan and FEMA flood risk mapping. Two items regarding the board's vision and the election of a Vice-Chair were tabled.

• Approved Community Advisory Board Grants (7-1, 4 absent)
• Approved January 24 and February 28, 2024 minutes
• Tabled Community Advisory Board Vision item until April 24, 2024
• Tabled election of Vice-Chair until April 24, 2024

Board of Community Services

The regular meeting scheduled for March 27, 2024 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 24, 2024.

The March 27, 2024, regular meeting of the Board of Community Services was cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for April 24, 2024.

• Cancelled March 27, 2024 meeting
• Scheduled April 24, 2024 meeting

City Council

This is a special meeting with only a closed session. The council will confer with legal counsel on existing litigation (Bay Cities Paving & Grading, Inc. v. City of Santa Rosa) and one anticipated lawsuit. No other business is considered.

• Closed session: Bay Cities Paving & Grading, Inc. v. City of Santa Rosa (Sonoma County Superior Court Case No. SCV-265333)
• Closed session: anticipated litigation (one potential case)

The Santa Rosa City Council held a special meeting on March 26, 2024, which consisted entirely of a closed session to discuss two litigation items: an existing case (Bay Cities Paving & Grading v. City of Santa Rosa) and one potential case. After reconvening, the City Attorney reported no reportable action was taken, and the meeting adjourned. No substantive decisions were made in open session.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider amending city code to allow shared scooters on public streets. Separately, the Council will discuss a proposed 9.88% wholesale water rate increase from Sonoma County Water Agency and provide direction to its representative. Consent items include approving $404,534 in contingency funds for the Finley Aquatic Center renovation and purchasing two passenger vans for $130,153.

• Public hearing: Shared scooter system program ordinance amendment to allow scooters on public streets, alleys, and gutters.
• Public hearing: Wayfinding sign ordinance and fee resolution for Railroad Square and downtown station areas.
• Consent: Approve $404,534 in construction contingency for Finley Aquatic Center Spray Ground and Renovation Project.
• Consent: Purchase two 2024 Ford Transit passenger vans for the inRESPONSE program at $130,153.20.
• Consent: Fifth amendment to professional services agreement with Jessica Rasmussen for public art program ($20,000 increase).

The City Council approved Sonoma Water's 2024/25 Water Transmission Budget and proposed 9.88% rate increase, directing the city's Water Advisory Committee representative to vote in favor. The council also approved consent items including a $404,534 construction contingency for the Finley Aquatic Center spray ground, purchase of two Ford Transit vans for $130,153, and a $20,000 contract amendment with Jessica Rasmussen. Additionally, the council reappointed existing chairpersons to various boards and commissions and approved minutes from previous meetings.

• Approved Sonoma Water's 2024/25 budget and 9.88% rate increase (6-0)
• Approved $404,534 construction contingency for Finley Aquatic Center spray ground (consent)
• Approved $130,153 purchase of two Ford Transit vans for inRESPONSE program (consent)
• Approved $20,000 increase to Jessica Rasmussen's professional services agreement (consent)
• Approved reappointment of existing chairpersons for boards and commissions (6-0)
• Approved minutes of Feb 27, 2024 regular meeting (with one abstention)
• Approved minutes of March 5, 2024 regular meeting

Housing Authority

The Santa Rosa Housing Authority will hold a public hearing to adopt the Public Housing Agency Annual Plan for FY 2024-2025 and appoint a Resident Advisory Board. The board will also consider a resolution to delegate approval authority to the Executive Director for certain multifamily rental and ownership housing agreement modifications. Staff will present a financial update and a pending development pipeline update.

• Public hearing to adopt PHA Annual Plan for FY 2024-2025 and appoint Resident Advisory Board (Item 13.1)
• Resolution delegating approval authority to Executive Director for multifamily housing agreement modifications (Item 11.1)
• FY 2023/24 Quarter 2 Financial Update (Item 4.1)
• Pending Development Pipeline Update (Item 10.1)

The Housing Authority approved the Public Housing Agency Annual Plan for FY 2024-2025 and established the Resident Advisory Board. The board also delegated certain housing agreement modification authorities to the Executive Director.

• Approved Public Housing Agency Annual Plan for FY 2024-2025 and established Resident Advisory Board (6-0)
• Approved delegation of approval authority to the Executive Director for certain multifamily rental and ownership housing agreement modifications (5-0)
• Approved February 26, 2024 draft minutes

Long-Term Financial Policy and Audit Subcommittee

The Long-Term Financial Policy and Audit Subcommittee will review an overview of Bennett Valley Golf Course operations, including past expenditures and service debt, and consider proposed fee increases. The subcommittee will also approve minutes from a January 25 special meeting and note cancellations of previous agendas. No binding votes are scheduled; the golf course item is for information only.

• Bennett Valley Golf Course operations overview and proposed fee increases (information item)
• Approval of special meeting minutes from January 25, 2024
• Cancellation notices for February 8 and March 14, 2024 LTFPA meetings
• Next regular meeting on April 11 cancelled; replaced with special meeting on April 25 at 3:30 p.m.

The subcommittee received an operational overview and update regarding the Bennett Valley Golf Course, including a review of expenditures, service debt, and proposed fee increases. No formal votes or decisions were recorded on these items.

• Reviewed Bennett Valley Golf Course operational expenditures and proposed fee increases

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board

The March 21, 2024 regular meeting of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 18, 2024.

Design Review Board

The regular meeting of the Design Review Board scheduled for March 21, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were considered or discussed. The next regular meeting is set for April 4, 2024.

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for outdoor storage and a commissary kitchen at 100 Sebastopol Road, and a public meeting for a barbershop permit at 791 Lombardi Court. Both items are exempt from CEQA. The meeting is in person and by Zoom.

• Public hearing for conditional use permit (CUP23-036) for outdoor storage and commissary kitchen at 100 Sebastopol Road, hours 8am-10pm
• Public meeting for conditional use permit (CUP23-076) for a barbershop inside a fitness center at 791 Lombardi Court
• Approval of draft minutes from February 15, 2024

The Zoning Administrator approved two minor Conditional Use Permits. One allows for mobile food vendor storage and a commissary kitchen at 100 Sebastopol Road, and the other allows a barbershop within a fitness center at 791 Lombardi Court.

• Approved as amended Resolution No. ZA-2024-007 for mobile food vendor storage and food preparation at 100 Sebastopol Road
• Approved as submitted Resolution No. ZA-2024-008 for a barbershop at 791 Lombardi Court
• Approved February 15, 2024 Draft Minutes

Public Financing Authority

The March 21, 2024 regular meeting of the Santa Rosa Public Financing Authority has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 28, 2024.

Board of Public Utilities

The Board will hold a study session on FY 2024/25 budgets for water, wastewater, regional reuse, and stormwater funds. It will consider approving a $174,390 contract amendment with Brelje and Race Consulting Engineers for the Rock Creek and Matanzas Water and Sewer Main Replacement engineering design. The Board will also discuss Sonoma Water's proposed 9.88% wholesale water rate increase and may recommend City Council direction for the April 8 Water Advisory Committee vote.

• Study session on FY 2024/25 water, wastewater, regional reuse, and stormwater budgets
• Consent item: Amendment No.2 with Brelje and Race Consulting Engineers for $174,390 (total $670,641) for Rock Creek and Matanzas water and sewer main replacement
• Report on Sonoma Water's proposed 9.88% rate increase from $1,173.09 to $1,289.02 per acre-foot
• Board may make a recommendation to City Council for the April 8 Water Advisory Committee vote on the rate increase

The Board approved a contract amendment for the Rock Creek and Matanzas water and sewer project. They also voted to recommend that the City Council direct its representative regarding Sonoma Water's proposed 2024/25 budget and rate increase.

• Approved March 7, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved $174,390 contract amendment for Rock Creek and Matanzas water and sewer main replacement (5-0)
• Approved recommendation regarding Sonoma Water's proposed 2024/25 budget and rate increase (5-0)

Contract Review Subcommittee

The Contract Review Subcommittee will discuss a proposed professional services agreement with Hazen and Sawyer. The contract funds engineering design work to upgrade electrical infrastructure at the Laguna Treatment Plant. The project will replace aging assets and convert overhead power lines to underground lines to provide reliable services into the future.

• Proposed professional services agreement with Hazen and Sawyer for engineering design
• Laguna Treatment Plant electrical infrastructure improvements project
• Contract value not to exceed $2,555,847.00
• Implementation of recommendations from the Laguna Treatment Plant Power Master Plan (updated January 18, 2023)
• Public comment deadline: 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 19 via email to [email protected]

The Contract Review Subcommittee recommended that the Board of Public Utilities approve a professional services agreement with Hazen and Sawyer. The contract covers engineering design for electrical infrastructure improvements at the Laguna Treatment Plant.

• Recommended approval of professional services agreement with Hazen and Sawyer for Laguna Treatment Plant electrical infrastructure improvements not to exceed $2,555,847.00 (Unanimous)

Board of Community Services

The Board will hear presentations on proposed Recreation Fee updates and the Parks Capital Improvement budget for Fiscal Year 2024/2025, and provide feedback and recommendations to the City Council. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, reports on events, and updates from the director and board members.

• Recreation fee updates presentation and recommendation to Council
• Parks Capital Improvement budget for FY 2024/2025
• Approval of minutes from October 25, 2023
• Reports on upcoming and accomplished events
• Committee reports from Mayor's Lunch, Waterways Advisory, and BOCS subcommittee

The Board of Community Services met on March 20, 2024, and took no formal votes or binding actions. The meeting consisted of presentations on proposed recreation fees and the parks capital improvement update, along with reports from staff and board members. Approval of the prior meeting's minutes was postponed.

• October 2023 meeting minutes tabled (no vote taken)
• Received recreation fees presentation (no action taken)
• Heard parks capital improvement update and provided feedback (no formal recommendation voted)

Santa Rosa Violence Prevention Partnership

The Santa Rosa Violence Prevention Partnership will hear updates on current violence prevention work, climate data, and partner announcements. A presentation on the Man 2 Man inmate rehabilitation and re-entry program will be given to explore collaboration opportunities. The group will also discuss future agenda items, including victim services from the District Attorney's Office.

• Presentation on Man 2 Man urban youth advocate program by Dr. Stewart Perrilliat
• Violence Prevention Partnership updates on current work, data, successes, and barriers
• Climate update on trends, hot spots, major incidents, and collaboration discussions
• Partner updates and announcements from member agencies
• Discussion of future agenda items including victim services from District Attorney's Office

The Santa Rosa Violence Prevention Partnership met to discuss program updates, including the hiring of a new outreach specialist and the implementation of a strategic plan. The meeting included presentations on youth intervention services and community programs, but no formal decisions were made.

• Hired Juan Flores as new Community Outreach Specialist
• Released Request for Qualifications for CHOICE Grant Cycle XII on April 2, 2024
• Invited New Hope for Youth to share services information

Cultural Heritage Board

The Cultural Heritage Board will hold a concept review for a proposed 496-square-foot concrete truck dock ramp at 808 Donahue Street. The applicant seeks guidance on entitlement requirements. The item is exempt from CEQA. The meeting also includes approval of draft minutes and standard procedural items.

• Concept review for a 496 sf concrete truck dock ramp at 808 Donahue St (LMA24-002)
• Item exempt from CEQA as not a project under Guidelines Sections 15061(b)(3) and 15378
• Approval of draft minutes from January 17, 2024

The Cultural Heritage Board approved the January 17, 2024 draft minutes as submitted. The board held a concept review for a truck dock ramp at 808 Donahue Street, providing comments and feedback but taking no formal action. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved January 17, 2024 draft minutes as submitted

Budget Review Subcommittee

The Budget Review Subcommittee will hear a staff presentation on the proposed fiscal year 2024-25 budgets for Water, Wastewater, Regional, and Storm Water and Creeks, including operations, capital improvements, debt service, revenue projections, and schedule. The subcommittee will provide comment and a recommendation.

• Presentation on FY 2024-25 Water, Wastewater, Regional, and Storm Water and Creeks budget overview
• Includes operations, maintenance, capital improvement, and debt service budgets
• Revenue projections and capital project highlights to be discussed
• Subcommittee to provide comment and recommendation

The Budget Review Subcommittee (two members present) moved to recommend that the Board of Public Utilities approve the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Water, Local Wastewater, Regional Reuse, and Storm Water and Creeks Enterprise operations and maintenance and capital expenditure appropriation requests. No public comments were received. The recommendation was moved by Board Member Sierra and seconded by Chair Wright; no vote tally was recorded in the minutes.

• Recommended approval of FY2024-25 Water, Wastewater, Regional, and Storm Water and Creeks budget appropriation requests (moved by Sierra, seconded by Wright; no vote tally recorded)

City Council

The March 19, 2024 regular meeting of the Santa Rosa City Council has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 26, 2024.

Long-Term Financial Policy and Audit Subcommittee

The March 14, 2024 meeting of the Long-Term Financial Policy and Audit Subcommittee was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. It has been rescheduled to Thursday, March 21, 2024 at 3:30 PM.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum; rescheduled to March 21, 2024

Subregional Wastewater Technical Advisory Committee

The Subregional Wastewater Technical Advisory Committee will receive a presentation on the proposed fiscal year 2024/25 operations and maintenance, debt service, and capital improvement budgets and allocations. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the February 8, 2024 regular meeting and public comment periods. No decisions are scheduled; the budget item is a presentation for discussion only.

• Presentation of FY 2024/25 proposed operations and maintenance, debt service, and capital improvement budgets and allocations
• Draft minutes from February 8, 2024 regular meeting for approval
• Public comment accepted in-person or via email by 5:00 p.m. March 13, 2024

The Subregional Wastewater Technical Advisory Committee approved the February 8, 2024 meeting minutes and received a presentation on the preliminary fiscal year 2024/25 operations, maintenance, and capital improvement budgets. No substantive decisions were made regarding the budgets.

• Approved February 8, 2024 meeting minutes as submitted
• Received presentation on FY 2024/25 preliminary budgets

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for March 14, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, March 28, 2024.

Economic Development Subcommittee

The Economic Development Subcommittee will discuss updates to the Economic Development Strategic Plan, including priority setting, implementation, and metrics. Additional discussions include large business check-in meetings and general policy updates. No formal decisions are expected; items are for information and discussion only.

• Update on Economic Development Strategic Plan – priority setting, implementation, metrics, monitoring, evaluation
• Large Business Check-in meetings – discussion
• General policy updates – discussion
• Approval of January 9, 2024 draft minutes

The Economic Development Subcommittee approved the January 9, 2024, draft minutes as submitted. Three items were discussed—updates on the Economic Development Strategic Plan, Large Business Check-in meetings, and general policy updates—but no substantive decisions were made; all were received and filed.

• Approved January 9, 2024, draft minutes as submitted (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council regular meeting scheduled for March 12, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on March 26, 2024.

Open Government Task Force Implementation Subcommittee

The Open Government Task Force Implementation Subcommittee will discuss and provide direction on the 2022 and 2023 Annual Public Records Request Reports. Staff will also present on increased Spanish language accessibility at City Council meetings and provide an update on the CivicReady mass communication tool. No formal actions will be taken except possible direction to staff.

• Presentation and feedback on the 2022 and 2023 Annual Public Records Request Reports
• Presentation on Spanish language accessibility and live translation at City Council meetings
• Update on CivicReady, the city's mass communication tool
• Approval of draft minutes from May 4, 2023

The subcommittee approved the draft minutes from May 4, 2023. Members received presentations on public records reports, Spanish language accessibility at City Council meetings, and the CivicReady communication tool, but took no formal action on these items.

• Approved May 4, 2023 draft minutes

Design Review Board

This regular meeting of the Santa Rosa Design Review Board, scheduled for March 7, 2024, was cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator regular meeting scheduled for March 7, 2024 has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided. For more information, contact Mark Kolarik.

Board of Public Utilities

The Board of Public Utilities will hear staff briefings on the FEMA Santa Rosa Creek Watershed Flood Risk Mapping Project and on water and recycled water supply issues. They will vote on a one-year extension and $450,000 increase to blanket purchase order 161741 for polymer supply at the Laguna Treatment Plant, totaling up to $1,924,000. A professional services agreement worth $160,550.40 will be considered for a cultural resources study and archaeological monitoring for Phase 3 of the Lower Colgan Creek Restoration project. Consent items include approval of February 15 meeting minutes.

• Update on FEMA Santa Rosa Creek Watershed Flood Risk Mapping Project
• Update on Water and Recycled Water Supply
• One-year extension and $450,000 increase to blanket purchase order 161741 for Clarifloc WE-1452 dewatering polymer from SNF Polydyne, Inc. (total not to exceed $1,924,000)
• Approval of $160,550.40 professional services agreement with Evans & De Shazo for cultural resources study and archaeological monitoring for Lower Colgan Creek Restoration Phase 3
• Approval of February 15, 2024 regular meeting minutes

The Board approved a one-year extension for a water polymer supply contract and a professional services agreement for archaeological monitoring on the Lower Colgan Creek Restoration project. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Blanket Purchase Order 161741 for SNF Polydyne polymer ($1,924,000)
• Approved Evans & De Shazo cultural resources study ($160,550.40)

Cultural Heritage Board

The regular meeting of the Cultural Heritage Board scheduled for March 6, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, March 20, 2024.

Climate Action Subcommittee

The Climate Action Subcommittee will receive an update on the Santa Rosa Active Transportation Plan, which rebrands the 2018 Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan, and hear progress toward Zero Waste Master Plan goals from Recology. The subcommittee may discuss and give direction on both items. Public comment is accepted.