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PetalumaCA averageUS Census ACS
Population
59,321
Per-capita income
$59,036
Median home value
$834,900
Bachelor's or higher
43%
Typical home value $903,171 -0.7% yr/yr · +6.6% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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👤 Members & officials (253)
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Who’s on the Airport Commission Meeting
Who’s on the CITY COUNCIL/PCDA SPECIAL MEETING
Who’s on the CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING
Who’s on the CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING AND PLANNING COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING
Who’s on the CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA SPECIAL CLOSED MEETING
Who’s on the CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA SPECIAL MEETING
Who’s on the Climate Action Commission Meeting
Who’s on the Historic & Cultural Preservation Committee Meeting
Who’s on the Joint Pedestrian & Bicycle Advisory Committee and Tree Advisory Committee Meeting
Who’s on the Joint Planning Commission and Climate Action Commission Meeting
Who’s on the Measure U Oversight Committee Meeting
Who’s on the Pedestrian & Bicycle Advisory Committee Meeting
Who’s on the Planning Commission Meeting
Who’s on the Public Art Committee Meeting
Who’s on the Recreation, Music & Parks Commission Meeting
Who’s on the Recreation, Music & Parks Commission Meeting- SPECIAL MEETING
Who’s on the Senior Advisory Committee Meeting
Who’s on the Special Pedestrian & Bicycle Advisory Committee Meeting
Who’s on the Special Planning Commission Meeting
Who’s on the Special Public Art Committee Meeting
Who’s on the Special Recreation, Music & Parks Commission Meeting
Who’s on the Transit Advisory Committee Meeting
Who’s on the Tree Advisory Committee Meeting
Who’s on the Tree Advisory Committee Special Meeting

Municipal budget

US Census Annual Survey of Local Government Finances
Total revenue$170.8M (FY2023)
Total spending$143.0M (FY2023)
Taxes$70.9M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$124.9M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$2,407 (FY2023)

Development activity

Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
2025276 housing units ($81.0M)
🗳️ Election results (4 races)
Local election returns — winner marked ✓.
City Council District 4 2024-11-05
Alexander Decarli ✓ 3,251 · Frank Quint ✓ 2,870 · Brian Barnacle ✓ 2,459 · Blake Hooper 2,973 · Jeffrey "JJ" Jay 1,795 · Mike Healy 1,615
Mayor 2022-11-08
Kevin Mcdonnell ✓ 12,772 · D'Lynda Fischer 6,306 · Patrick Flower 2,864 · Susan Kirks 1,908
City Council District 1 2022-11-08
Janice Cader Thompson ✓ 2,291 · John Shribbs ✓ 2,252 · Karen Nau ✓ 1,211 · David Adams 1,558 · John Hanania 1,027 · Robert Conklin 1,024
City Council 2020-11-03
Brian Barnacle ✓ 18,472 · Dennis Pocekay ✓ 16,543 · Mike Healy ✓ 11,742 · Lizzie Wallack 10,942 · Kathy Miller 10,628 · Gabe Kearney 8,619
🗳️ Ballot measures (1)
Propositions decided directly by voters.
Measure Y
2024-11-05 · Passed — 21,560 yes / 9,199 no

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Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 04:00 PM

Historic & Cultural Preservation Committee Meeting

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Wed Sep 2, 2026 · 06:30 PM

Pedestrian & Bicycle Advisory Committee Meeting -- CANCELLED

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Airport Commission Meeting

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Airport Commission Meeting

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 09:00 AM

Senior Advisory Committee Meeting

Petaluma Community Center, 320 N. McDowell Blvd
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Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 06:00 PM

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 05:00 PM

Transit Advisory Committee Meeting

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 03:30 PM

Tree Advisory Committee Meeting

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Recreation, Music & Parks Commission Meeting

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Wed Sep 23, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Public Safety Advisory Committee Meeting

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 06:00 PM

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 06:00 PM

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 09:00 AM

Senior Advisory Committee Meeting

Petaluma Community Center, 320 N. McDowell Blvd
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Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 06:00 PM

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 05:00 PM

Transit Advisory Committee Meeting

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Recreation, Music & Parks Commission Meeting

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 03:30 PM

Tree Advisory Committee Meeting

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 06:00 PM

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Thu Nov 12, 2026 · 09:00 AM

Senior Advisory Committee Meeting

Petaluma Community Center, 320 N. McDowell Blvd
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Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 06:00 PM

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 05:00 PM

Transit Advisory Committee Meeting

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Wed Nov 18, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Recreation, Music & Parks Commission Meeting

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Wed Nov 18, 2026 · 03:30 PM

Tree Advisory Committee Meeting

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 06:00 PM

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 05:00 PM

Transit Advisory Committee Meeting

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Wed Dec 16, 2026 · 03:30 PM

Tree Advisory Committee Meeting

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Wed Dec 16, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Recreation, Music & Parks Commission Meeting

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Mon Dec 21, 2026 · 06:00 PM

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Fri Dec 25, 2026 · 12:18 AM

Test PrimeGov Meeting

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Recent meetings

Thu Aug 27, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Public Art Committee Meeting

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Public Safety Advisory Committee Meeting

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Planning Commission Meeting

Planning Commission to study Phase 1 of Petaluma Zoning Reform

The Petaluma Planning Commission will hold a study session on Phase 1 of the Zoning Reform project, receiving a staff presentation and providing non-binding comments on draft amendments to the Implementing Zoning Ordinance and SmartCode. No action will be taken at this session. The commission will also nominate and appoint officers, approve minutes, and make liaison appointments to advisory committees.

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City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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CITY OF PETALUMA, CALIFORNIA  REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION APPOINTED MEMBERS Sarah Ebner Brian Goldman Jessica Mozes, Chair Brent Newell, Vice Chair Christopher Neugebauer  Keith Schildt COUNCIL LIAISON Brian Barnacle STAFF LIAISON Andrew Trippel MEETINGS 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month City Hall Council Chamber 11 English Street Petaluma, CA 94952 CONTACT INFORMATION Phone (707)­778­4470 Fax (707)­778­4498 petalumaplanning@cityofpetaluma.org cityofpetaluma.org AGENDA Tuesday, August 25, 2026 6:00 PM Submit Written Public Comment Email the Commission Clerk at:  uorozco@cityofpetaluma.org, with the subject line “Public Comment.” Comments that are received at least two hours prior to the meeting will be distributed to Commission members and published with the agenda packet on the City's website as part of the public record for the meeting. Comments received after the cutoff time will be distributed and posted online following the meeting. Decorum The Chair has the authority to rule any speaker out of order, including speakers during the General Public Comment period, if the subject raised is not within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Commission, or during a public hearing or a general business item if the speaker is not presenting testimony or evidence relevant to the matter or if the speaker becomes disruptive to the proceedings and conduct of the meeting. The Chair also has the authority to order any person who willfully interrupts the meeting to be rem …
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Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Recreation, Music & Parks Commission Meeting - Canceled

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 03:30 PM

Tree Advisory Committee Meeting

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 05:00 PM

Transit Advisory Committee Meeting

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Climate Action Commission Meeting

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 09:00 AM

Senior Advisory Committee Meeting

Senior Advisory Committee to update goals and plan 2027 resource fair

The Petaluma Senior Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting to discuss and potentially update its 2026-2027 goals and receive a planning update for the 2027 Senior Advisory Resource Fair. The agenda also includes a presentation on Age-Friendly Petaluma, approval of the July 9, 2026 minutes, and public comment periods.

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Petaluma Community Center, 320 N. McDowell Blvd
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CITY OF PETALUMA, CALIFORNIA  REGULAR MEETING OF THE SENIOR ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPOINTED MEMBERS Gabriella Ambrosi Robert Bailey Seth Combs Don Forman Nickola Frye Kathy Myers Katherine Wells STAFF LIAISON Iya Josephmenard MEETINGS 2  Thursday of each month Petaluma Community Center 320 N. McDowell Blvd Petaluma, CA 94954 CONTACT INFORMATION Phone (707)­778­4349 Fax (707)­206­6033 ijosephmenard@cityofpetaluma.org cityofpetaluma.org AGENDA Thursday, August 13, 2026 9:00 AM Submit Written Public Comment Email the Committee Clerk at: ijosephmenard@cityofpetaluma.org, with the subject line “Public Comment.” Comments that are received at least two hours prior to the meeting will be distributed to Committee members and published with the agenda packet on the City's website as part of the public record for the meeting. Comments received after the cutoff time will be distributed and posted online following the meeting. Decorum The Chair has the authority to rule any speaker out of order, including speakers during the General Public Comment period, if the subject raised is not within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Committee, or during a public hearing or a general business item if the speaker is not presenting testimony or evidence relevant to the matter or if the speaker becomes disruptive to the proceedings and conduct of the meeting. The Chair also has the authority to order any person who willfully interrupts the meeting to be removed. All persons are expected to conduct t …
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1 Meeting minutes of the Regular Monthly Petaluma Senior Advisory Committee Approved by Committee Date: July 9, 2026 Time: 9:00 a.m. Location: Petaluma Community Center, 320 North McDowell Blvd., Petaluma, CA 94954 1) Roll Call: Robert Bailey, Kathy Myers; Katherine Wells; Melody Stewart, Outgoing member Gabriella Ambrosi. Meeting called to order at 9:00 a.m. City Clerk Caitlin Corey swore in new members, Dennis Pocekay, Melody Steward, Samantha Vance Updated Roll Call: Robert Bailey, Chair; Dennis Pocekay, Vice Chair; Samantha Vance, Secretary; Kathy Myers; Katherine Wells; Melody Stewart. 2) General Public Comment: Former member Gabriella Ambrosi came to say good bye, she is still part of the 2027 Resource Fair Ad Hoc. Committee. Note: During General Public Comment, the public is invited to make comments on items of public interest that are within the Senior Advisory Committee’s subject matter jurisdiction and that are not listed on the current agenda. Public comments are limited up to three minutes per person. Depending on the number of persons wishing to address the Committee, time will be allocated in equal shares totaling no more than twenty minutes, subject to the Committee’s discretion. (Cal. Gov’t. Code §54954.3(a), Petaluma Rules, Policies and Procedures, III). 3) Approval of prior month’s meeting minutes: Robert moved, Katherine seconded, motion carried. Minutes approved as read. 4) Public Hearing and Matters for Consideration: None. 5) Old Busine …
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Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Planning Commission Meeting

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Thu Aug 6, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Airport Commission Meeting

Airport Commission to review hangar policies and June minutes

The Airport Commission will hold its regular meeting to approve past minutes and receive updates on hangar maintenance, waitlist policy, and development. No formal decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.

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City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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All right. Welcome to the Petalum Airport Commission. This is a regularly scheduled meeting. It is 6.03 p.m. on August 6, 2026, and I'm going to call the meeting to order. Let's see. Commissioner Sasser. Present. And I'd like to welcome our newest commissioner, Commissioner Drew Bukley. Present. Welcome aboard. Commissioner Margan. Here. Commissioner Perry. I'm here. Commissioner Domich. I'm here. And councilmember DeCarly. Here. And Commissioner Dietrich is absent tonight. General public comment. Do we have any general public comment tonight? Seeing none. We'll move on to presentations. Non-aeronautical storage use. All right. So tonight we're talking about the progress we've made on non-aeronautical storage use at the airport. We are going to give a summary tonight of the policy we've drafted. The current verbiage of the policy is still under review at the city attorney's office, but we feel confident to be able to give a summary of that policy in the current standing and what the direction will look like for that. So there's six main parts of this policy. So the first part, it's applicable to any individual, organization, business, public agency for the non-aeronaut ical storage of equipment. The rental rate is currently set at 79 cents per square foot, which is outlined in the city of Petaluma's master fee schedule for the airport for non-aeronautical storage. All non-aeronautical storage approvals are to be considered temporary, transitory, under an agreement with the ci …
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CITY OF PETALUMA, CALIFORNIA  REGULAR MEETING OF THE AIRPORT COMMISSION APPOINTED MEMBERS Drew Buechley Jeff Domich Anna Dietrich Marcus Margand Nancy Sasser Colin Perry, PAPA Rep COUNCIL LIAISON Alex DeCarli STAFF LIAISON Dash Phillips, C.M. MEETINGS 1  Thursday of each month City Hall Council Chamber 11 English Street Petaluma, CA 94952 CONTACT INFORMATION Phone (707) 778­4404 Fax (707) 703­5750 airport@cityofpetaluma.org cityofpetaluma.org AGENDA Thursday, August 06, 2026 6:00 PM Submit Written Public Comment Email the Commission Clerk at:  cheikhaus@cityofpetaluma.org, with the subject line “Public Comment.”  Comments that are received at least two hours prior to the meeting will be distributed to Commission members and published with the agenda packet on the City's website as part of the public record for the meeting. Comments received after the cutoff time will be distributed and posted online following the meeting. Decorum The Chair has the authority to rule any speaker out of order, including speakers during the General Public Comment period, if the subject raised is not within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Commission, or during a public hearing or a general business item if the speaker is not presenting testimony or evidence relevant to the matter or if the speaker becomes disruptive to the proceedings and conduct of the meeting. The Chair also has the authority to order any person who willfully interrupts the meeting to be removed. All persons are expected …
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Wed Aug 5, 2026 · 06:30 PM

Pedestrian & Bicycle Advisory Committee Meeting

Committee to review Howard Street and citywide transportation projects

The Pedestrian & Bicycle Advisory Committee will receive updates and provide feedback on two infrastructure projects. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from June 3, 2026.

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City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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CITY OF PETALUMA, CALIFORNIA  REGULAR MEETING OF THE PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPOINTED MEMBERS Amber Balshaw, Vice Chair Cody Chisham, RMPC Liaison David Felix Adam Garcia Brian Goldman, Planning Commission Liaison Jason Meyers Johanna Schleret William Yeager, Chair COUNCIL LIAISON Frank Quint STAFF LIAISON Bjorn Griepenburg MEETINGS 1  Wednesday of each month City Hall Council Chamber 11 English Street Petaluma, CA 94952 CONTACT INFORMATION Phone (707)­776­3672 bgriepenburg@cityofpetaluma.org cityofpetaluma.org AGENDA Wednesday, August 05, 2026 6:30 PM Submit Written Public Comment Email the Committee Clerk at:  abae@cityofpetaluma.org , with the subject line “Public Comment.” Comments that are received at least two hours prior to the meeting will be distributed to Committee members and published with the agenda packet on the City's website as part of the public record for the meeting. Comments received after the cutoff time will be distributed and posted online following the meeting. Decorum The Chair has the authority to rule any speaker out of order, including speakers during the General Public Comment period, if the subject raised is not within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Committee, or during a public hearing or a general business item if the speaker is not presenting testimony or evidence relevant to the matter or if the speaker becomes disruptive to the proceedings and conduct of the meeting. The Chair also has the authority to order any pers …
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Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 04:00 PM

Historic & Cultural Preservation Committee Meeting

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 06:00 PM

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING

City Council to vote on zoning change allowing backyard pools at Scott Ranch

The Petaluma City Council will hold a hybrid meeting to decide on a zoning text amendment for the Scott Ranch Planned Unit District, which would allow swimming pools, hot tubs, and spas as permitted accessory uses. The Council will also vote on purchasing five battery-electric buses and adopting the FY25-26 Military Equipment Use Report.

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CITY OF PETALUMA, CALIFORNIA REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL & PETALUMA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY (PCDSA) MAYOR Kevin McDonnell COUNCIL MEMBERS Brian Barnacle Janice Cader Thompson Alexander DeCarli, Vice Mayor Karen Nau Frank Quint John Shribbs CITY MANAGER Peggy Flynn CITY CLERK Caitlin Corley CITY ATTORNEY Eric W. Danly COUNCIL MEETINGS 1  and 3  Mondays of each month City Hall Council Chamber 11 English Street Petaluma, CA 94952 CONTACT INFORMATION Phone (707) 778­4360 cityclerk@cityofpetaluma.org cityofpetaluma.org AGENDA Monday, August 03, 2026 6:00 PM Hybrid Meeting Format City Council meetings will be conducted in a hybrid format, by virtual teleconference via Zoom as well as in­ person. Teleconference login information and instructions on how to participate for virtual meetings are available in each specific meeting agenda. How to Observe and/or Provide Public Comment at a Meeting Attend In­Person:  Petaluma City Council Chamber located at 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA.  Please fill out a speaker card for each item you wish to speak on, and place in the speaker card box next to the City Clerk. Attend Virtually via Zoom: https://cityofpetaluma­org.zoom.us/j/81498463462 Please use raise hand feature to speak. Call­In via Telephone:  One tap mobile: +16694449171,,81498463462# US or dial 1 (669) 444­9171 Meeting ID: 814 9846 3462 Please dial *9 to raise hand to speak. Watch on TV: Comcast channel 28, U­Verse channel 099 Stream online: https://cityofpet …
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Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Planning Commission Meeting

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Thu Jul 23, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Public Art Committee Meeting

Committee will study Gallaher Senior Living public art proposal

The Public Art Committee will approve the minutes from its May 28, 2026 meeting. It will hold a study session to receive a presentation and public comment on the Gallaher Senior Living public art proposal, and then provide non‑binding comments and direction. Written public comments may be submitted by email at least two hours before the meeting.

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I'd like to ask the clerk to call roll. Committee member Koldine. Present. Committee member Kism. Present. Committee member Leland. Present. Committee member Weaver. Absent. Committee member Greenspan. Absent. Acting chair Bogor. We have a quorum. Today we acknowledge that our City of Petaluma Committee work involves the unceded land that is ancestral homelands of the Coastal Miwok people. We would like to express our gratitude and appreciation to those who stewarded and continue to steward this land. We pay our respects to the past, present, and emerging elders and citizens of the community of the Coastal Miwok. We are now going to move to our first item, which is officer nominations. I would like to nominate Tanner Bogor as our chair for next year. Second. Would you like to accept the nomination? I will accept the nomination. Thank you. Any other nominations? And then roll call. We would like to, for acting co-chair. Oh. We do have to vote, so you just have to request that I do a roll call, and then I'll... Okay. Yeah, sorry. Conduct a vote. Perfect. Thank you. Committee Member Coldire? Yes. Committee Member Kism? Yes. Committee Member Leland? Yes. Committee Member Weaver? Absent. Committee Member Greenspan? Acting Chair Boger? You are the chair. Thank you very much. Congratulations. I would like to ask for nominations of vice chair. I would like to nominate Cody Kism. I would like to second. Sure. It's Chisholm, just for... Okay, that's what I thought. Just to be... Apolog …
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CITY OF PETALUMA, CALIFORNIA  REGULAR MEETING OF THE PUBLIC ART COMMITTEE APPOINTED MEMBERS Tanner Boeger Cody Chisham Cheryl Coldiron, Vice Chair Dorothy Leland Breanne Weaver Kate Greenspan, RMPC Liaison STAFF LIAISON Melissa Abercrombie MEETINGS 4  Thursday of each month City Hall Council Chamber 11 English Street Petaluma, CA 94952 CONTACT INFORMATION Phone (707) 778­4470 Fax (707) 778­4498 mabercrombie@cityofpetaluma.org cityofpetaluma.org AGENDA Thursday, July 23, 2026 6:00 PM Submit Written Public Comment Email the Committee Clerk at:  uorozco@cityofpetaluma.org , with the subject line “Public Comment.” Comments that are received at least two hours prior to the meeting will be distributed to Committee members and published with the agenda packet on the City's website as part of the public record for the meeting. Comments received after the cutoff time will be distributed and posted online following the meeting. Decorum The Chair has the authority to rule any speaker out of order, including speakers during the General Public Comment period, if the subject raised is not within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Committee, or during a public hearing or a general business item if the speaker is not presenting testimony or evidence relevant to the matter or if the speaker becomes disruptive to the proceedings and conduct of the meeting. The Chair also has the authority to order any person who willfully interrupts the meeting to be removed. All persons are expected to co …
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Wed Jul 22, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Public Safety Advisory Committee Meeting

Committee to review Petaluma Police recruitment and background processes

The Public Safety Advisory Committee will discuss the Petaluma Police Department's recruitment and background investigation process. The body will also review monthly statistics from the Independent Police Auditor and its own long-range calendar.

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City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Good evening and welcome to the 19th meeting of the Public Safety Advisory Committee for Wednesday, July 22, 2026. If you wish to provide a public comment on tonight's agenda , please fill out a speaker card in the back of the chamber and bring it to the committee clerk. At this time, I'd like to introduce the city clerk, Caitlin Corley, to administer the oath of office to the new Public Safety Advisory Committee members. Good evening, everyone. It's wonderful to be here to swear the new members in. So I'm going to have all of the new members step in front of the dais, join me in front of the dais, and we'll do the oath one by one. And if I could have some help from Lieutenant Rivera to administer the oath to our Spanish-speaking committee member. Thank you. - Chair Miller, if we could just pause for one moment, we 're having some interpreter technical difficulties, thank you. - And Chair Miller, maybe while we're just taking a moment to work through the technology issues, I just maybe want to just advise the community while we're working through those challenges that we want to congratulate our new committee members and welcome specifically Ms. Ramirez to the committee and this is our first Spanish- speaking community member and so while we are working through those technology issues, we 're excited to be having those issues because it's a unique position that we're navigating those challenges because we're we haven't had to have them before because we haven't had a Spanish- …
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CITY OF PETALUMA, CALIFORNIA  REGULAR MEETING OF THE PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPOINTED MEMBERS Marcus Holton Julia Macias Michael Miller Danielle Nelson Ellen Obstler Lorena Ramírez COUNCIL LIAISON Karen Nau STAFF LIAISON Brian Miller MEETINGS 4  Wednesday of each month City Hall Council Chamber 11 English Street Petaluma, CA 94952 CONTACT INFORMATION Phone (707) 778­4368 bmiller@cityofpetaluma.org cityofpetaluma.org AGENDA Wednesday, July 22, 2026 6:00 PM Submit Written Public Comment Email the Committee Clerk at:  irenenger@cityofpetaluma.org , with the subject line “Public Comment.” Comments that are received at least two hours prior to the meeting will be distributed to Committee members and published with the agenda packet on the City's website as part of the public record for the meeting. Comments received after the cutoff time will be distributed and posted online following the meeting. Decorum The Chair has the authority to rule any speaker out of order, including speakers during the General Public Comment period, if the subject raised is not within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Committee, or during a public hearing or a general business item if the speaker is not presenting testimony or evidence relevant to the matter or if the speaker becomes disruptive to the proceedings and conduct of the meeting. The Chair also has the authority to order any person who willfully interrupts the meeting to be removed. All persons are expected to conduct themselves …
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Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 05:00 PM

Transit Advisory Committee Meeting

Transit Advisory Committee to elect Chair and Vice Chair

The Transit Advisory Committee will meet to elect its officers and review previous meeting minutes. The session also includes a report from the Transit Manager.

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City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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CITY OF PETALUMA, CALIFORNIA  REGULAR MEETING OF THE TRANSIT ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPOINTED MEMBERS Gail Abrams Michael Acton Dave Alden Patti Culross Leslie Fruchey Eric Vazquez­Izaguirre COUNCIL LIAISON Frank Quint STAFF LIAISON Maria Arce MEETINGS 3  Tuesday of each month City Hall Council Chamber 11 English Street Petaluma, CA 94952 CONTACT INFORMATION Phone (707) 778­4421 Fax (707) 778­4508 marce@cityofpetaluma.org cityofpetaluma.org AGENDA Tuesday, July 21, 2026 5:00 PM Submit Written Public Comment Email the Committee Clerk at:  soefinger@cityofpetaluma.org, with the subject line “Public Comment.” Comments that are received at least two hours prior to the meeting will be distributed to Committee members and published with the agenda packet on the City's website as part of the public record for the meeting. Comments received after the cutoff time will be distributed and posted online following the meeting. Decorum The Chair has the authority to rule any speaker out of order, including speakers during the General Public Comment period, if the subject raised is not within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Committee, or during a public hearing or a general business item if the speaker is not presenting testimony or evidence relevant to the matter or if the speaker becomes disruptive to the proceedings and conduct of the meeting. The Chair also has the authority to order any person who willfully interrupts the meeting to be removed. All persons are expected to conduct th …
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Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 06:00 PM

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING

Council to vote on truck purchase, housing loan changes, and safety funding

The Petaluma City Council and PCDSA will consider items on the consent calendar, including minutes and agenda approvals. Several resolutions will be voted on, such as authorizing a truck chassis purchase, ratifying an emergency reroofing contract, and approving a cooperative funding agreement for safe routes to schools. Additional resolutions address modifications to affordable housing loans, a side‑letter agreement with the local firefighters union, and acceptance of a public‑art gift.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves response to Grand Jury report on animal services

The City Council approved a response to the 2025–2026 Sonoma County Civil Grand Jury report regarding animal services, subject to specific edits. The Council also approved several consent items, including a public art gift and various infrastructure and labor agreements.

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CITY OF PETALUMA, CALIFORNIA REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL & PETALUMA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY (PCDSA) MAYOR Kevin McDonnell COUNCIL MEMBERS Brian Barnacle Janice Cader Thompson Alexander DeCarli, Vice Mayor Karen Nau Frank Quint John Shribbs CITY MANAGER Peggy Flynn CITY CLERK Caitlin Corley CITY ATTORNEY Eric W. Danly COUNCIL MEETINGS 1  and 3  Mondays of each month City Hall Council Chamber 11 English Street Petaluma, CA 94952 CONTACT INFORMATION Phone (707) 778­4360 cityclerk@cityofpetaluma.org cityofpetaluma.org AGENDA Monday, July 20, 2026 6:00 PM Alternative Teleconference Location Councilmember Cader Thompson will be participating remotely via Teleconference. In accordance with the Brown Act, the teleconference location is hereby posted as:  410 Oakridge Drive, Redway, CA 95560. Hybrid Meeting Format City Council meetings will be conducted in a hybrid format, by virtual teleconference via Zoom as well as in­person. Teleconference login information and instructions on how to participate for virtual meetings are available in each specific meeting agenda. How to Observe and/or Provide Public Comment at a Meeting Attend In­Person: Petaluma City Council Chamber located at 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA.  Please fill out a speaker card for each item you wish to speak on, and place in the speaker card box next to the City Clerk. Attend Virtually via Zoom: https://cityofpetaluma­org.zoom.us/j/85883014828 Please use raise hand feature to speak. Call­In via …
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CITY OF PETALUMA, CALIFORNIA REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL & PETALUMA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY (PCDSA) City Hall Council Chamber 11 English Street Petaluma, CA 94952 MINUTES Monday, July 20, 2026 REGULAR SESSION 6:00 P.M. CALL TO ORDER – REGULAR SESSION – 6:00 P.M. Mayor McDonnell called the meeting to order at 6:03 P.M. • ROLL CALL  PRESENT: Mayor McDonnell, Vice Mayor DeCarli, Councilmember Barnacle, Councilmember Cader Thompson, Councilmember Nau, Councilmember Quint, Councilmember Shribbs ABSENT: None • PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE • MOMENT OF SILENCE The Mayor announced that the meeting would be closed in memory of Bernie Album, longtime resident. AGENDA CHANGES AND DELETIONS (TO CURRENT AGENDA ONLY) None. GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT During General Public Comment, the public is invited to make comments on items of public interest that are within the City Council’s subject matter jurisdiction and that are not listed on the current agenda. Public comments are limited to up to three minutes per person. Depending on the number of persons wishing to address the Council, time will be allocated in equal shares totaling no more than twenty minutes, subject to the Council’s discretion. Mayor McDonnell opened the general public comment. The following people spoke in person: Christopher Brown Jennifer Boyle Tina Yonkers Marie Cuneo Jimmy Rankin Kelly Rankin Mark Kimberly Tim Porteous Christine White Michae …
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Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 03:30 PM

Tree Advisory Committee Meeting

Tree Advisory Committee to elect Chair and Vice Chair for 2026-2027 term

The Petaluma Tree Advisory Committee will elect a Chair and Vice Chair to serve until June 30, 2027. Members will also hear updates from three ad hoc committees focused on tree preservation, community planting, and public engagement. The meeting includes swearing-in of two committee members and approval of prior minutes.

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City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Yes, we are. Okay. Hello, I'd like to call this meeting to order. I don't know. Good afternoon. Recording in progress. Good afternoon and welcome to the regular meeting of the Tree Advisory Committee for July 15, 2026. Caitlin Corley, sorry, the city clerk, to perform the oath of office for the new members Eric McKee and Patrick Shand. I also wanted to welcome you as the acting chair. Amazing. If I could have you guys join me down in front. Okay. So please raise your right hand and repeat after me. Kind of do it in a unison. I state your name, do solemnly swear. I, Patrick Shand, do solemnly swear. That I will support and defend. That I will support and defend. The Constitution of the United States. The Constitution of the United States. The Charter of the City of Petaluma. The Charter of the City of Petaluma. And the Constitution of the State of California. And the Constitution of the State of California. Against all enemies foreign and domestic. Against all enemies foreign and domestic. That I will bear true faith and allegiance. That I will bear true faith and allegiance. To the Constitution of the United States. To the Constitution of the United States. The Charter of the City of Petaluma. The Charter of the City of Petaluma. And the Constitution of the State of California. And the Constitution of the State of California. That I take this obligation freely. That I take this obligation freely. Without any mental reservation. Without any mental reservation. Or purpose of ev …
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CITY OF PETALUMA, CALIFORNIA  REGULAR MEETING OF THE TREE ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPOINTED MEMBERS Brian Fishman Diane Gentile Eric McKee Stephanie Sanchez Patrick Shand PLANNING COMMISSION LIAISON Keith Schildt RECREATION, MUSIC AND PARKS COMMISSION LIAISON Marianne Bertuccelli STAFF LIAISON Jen Santos MEETINGS 3  Wednesday of each month City Hall Council Chambers 11 English Street Petaluma, CA 94952 CONTACT INFORMATION Phone (707) 360­1084 jsantos@cityofpetaluma.org cityofpetaluma.org AGENDA Wednesday, July 15, 2026 3:30 PM Submit Written Public Comment Email the Committee Cler k at:  mferreira@cityofpetaluma.org, with the subject line “Public Comment.” Comments that are received at least two hours prior to the meeting will be distributed to Committee members and published with the agenda packet on the City's website as part of the public record for the meeting. Comments received after the cutoff time will be distributed and posted online following the meeting. Decorum In accordance with the City of Petaluma’s Decorum and Order Policy for Public Meetings (Adopted by Resolution No. 2025​062 N.C.S.), all participants—including members of the public, legislative body members, and City staff —are expected to maintain respectful and orderly conduct. City meetings are limited public forums where all viewpoints relevant to the legislative body's subject matter jurisdiction may be expressed. However, disruptions to the orderly conduct of business are prohibited. This includes interrupt …
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Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Recreation, Music & Parks Commission Meeting

Commission to recommend name for East Side Pathway between Kenilworth and Casa Grande

The commission will review nominations and provide a recommendation to the City Council for naming the East Side Pathway between Kenilworth Junior High and Casa Grande Road. They will also elect a Chair and Vice Chair for the upcoming year and approve annual liaison and park assignments.

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City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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CITY OF PETALUMA, CALIFORNIA  REGULAR MEETING OF THE RECREATION, MUSIC & PARKS COMMISSION APPOINTED MEMBERS José Alegre Marianne Bertuccelli Cody Chisham Stacey Earl Brenda García Kate Greenspan COUNCIL LIAISON Alex DeCarli STAFF LIAISON Drew Halter MEETINGS 3  Wednesday of each month City Hall Council Chamber 11 English Street Petaluma, CA 94952 CONTACT INFORMATION Phone (707)­778­4380 Fax (707)­656­4057 parksnrec@cityofpetaluma.org cityofpetaluma.org AGENDA Wednesday, July 15, 2026 6:00 PM Submit Written Public Comment Email the Commission Clerk at:  parksnrec@cityofpetaluma.org , with the subject line “Public Comment.” Comments that are received at least two hours prior to the meeting will be distributed to Commission members and published with the agenda packet on the City's website as part of the public record for the meeting. Comments received after the cutoff time will be distributed and posted online following the meeting. Decorum The Chair has the authority to rule any speaker out of order, including speakers during the General Public Comment period, if the subject raised is not within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Commission, or during a public hearing or a general business item if the speaker is not presenting testimony or evidence relevant to the matter or if the speaker becomes disruptive to the proceedings and conduct of the meeting. The Chair also has the authority to order any person who willfully interrupts the meeting to be removed. All persons are …
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Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Planning Commission Meeting

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Thu Jul 9, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Climate Action Commission Meeting

Discussion of EV Ad Hoc Subcommittee recommendations

The Climate Action Commission will approve the minutes from its May 14, 2026 meeting. A presentation on building a community‑driven biodiversity index will be given by Liz Chamberlin, Ph.D. The commission will discuss recommendations from the EV Ad Hoc Subcommittee. The meeting also includes a period for general public comment.

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City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Good evening and welcome to the regular meeting of the Pet aluma Climate Action Commission for Thursday, July 9th, 2026 . And our first item is an oath of office so we can have a qu orum. Hello. Exciting to be here. I'll be swearing in your new members. So if I could have Christopher Jennings and Jan Giroux step down to the front. Is it Jan? Is it Jan? Jan. Okay. So I'll have you guys sit right here. And we'll do it kind of in unison. That would be amazing. I'll try and capture you guys. Oh, sure. Okay. So if you raise your right hand and repeat after me. I, state your name. You solemnly swear. I, Christopher Jennings, do solemnly swear. That I will support and defend. The Constitution of the United States. The Charter of the City of Petaluma. And the Constitution of the State of California. Against all enemies, foreign and domestic. That I will bear true faith and allegiance. To the Constitution of the United States. The Charter of the City of Petaluma. And the Constitution of the State of California. That I take this obligation freely. Without any mental reservation. Or purpose of evasion. That I will well and faithfully. Discharge the duties. Upon which I'm about to enter. Congratulations. Thank you so much. Yeah. Appreciate it. Thank you. I'll have a good time right here. Yeah. Thank you. All right. Clerk Fox. May we do a roll call? Okay. Actually. Present. Blacklock. She will not be here tonight. But she'll be sworn in later. She's our new youth commissioner. Ellicamp. P …
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CITY OF PETALUMA, CALIFORNIA  REGULAR MEETING OF THE CLIMATE ACTION COMMISSION APPOINTED MEMBERS Amy Atchley, Chair Dan Ellecamp Christopher Jennings Jan Jirout Brynn ODonnell Ben Peters Noemi Blacklock, Youth Member Vacant, Youth Member  COUNCIL LIAISON John Shribbs STAFF LIAISON Patrick Carter MEETINGS 2  Thursday of each month City Hall Council Chamber 11 English Street Petaluma, CA 94952 CONTACT INFORMATION Phone (707)­778­4560 pcarter@cityofpetaluma.org cityofpetaluma.org AGENDA Thursday, July 09, 2026 6:00 PM Submit Written Public Comment Email the Commission Clerk at:  dfox@cityofpetaluma.org, with the subject line “Public Comment.” Comments that are received at least two hours prior to the meeting will be distributed to Commission members and published with the agenda packet on the City's website as part of the public record for the meeting. Comments received after the cutoff time will be distributed and posted online following the meeting. Decorum The Chair has the authority to rule any speaker out of order, including speakers during the General Public Comment period, if the subject raised is not within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Commission, or during a public hearing or a general business item if the speaker is not presenting testimony or evidence relevant to the matter or if the speaker becomes disruptive to the proceedings and conduct of the meeting. The Chair also has the authority to order any person who willfully interrupts the meeting to be removed …
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Thu Jul 9, 2026 · 09:00 AM

Senior Advisory Committee Meeting

Senior Advisory Committee to elect officers and discuss 2027 Resource Fair

The Senior Advisory Committee will swear in new members and elect a Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. The body will also receive updates from various ad hoc committees regarding senior health, social activities, and infrastructure.

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Petaluma Community Center, 320 N. McDowell Blvd
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CITY OF PETALUMA, CALIFORNIA  REGULAR MEETING OF THE SENIOR ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPOINTED MEMBERS Gabriella Ambrosi Robert Bailey Seth Combs Don Forman Nickola Frye Kathy Myers Katherine Wells STAFF LIAISON Iya Josephmenard MEETINGS 2  Thursday of each month Petaluma Community Center 320 N. McDowell Blvd Petaluma, CA 94954 CONTACT INFORMATION Phone (707)­778­4349 Fax (707)­206­6033 ijosephmenard@cityofpetaluma.org cityofpetaluma.org AGENDA Thursday, July 09, 2026 9:00 AM Submit Written Public Comment Email the Committee Clerk at:  ijosephmenard@cityofpetaluma.org , with the subject line “Public Comment.” Comments that are received at least two hours prior to the meeting will be distributed to Committee members and published with the agenda packet on the City's website as part of the public record for the meeting. Comments received after the cutoff time will be distributed and posted online following the meeting. Decorum The Chair has the authority to rule any speaker out of order, including speakers during the General Public Comment period, if the subject raised is not within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Committee, or during a public hearing or a general business item if the speaker is not presenting testimony or evidence relevant to the matter or if the speaker becomes disruptive to the proceedings and conduct of the meeting. The Chair also has the authority to order any person who willfully interrupts the meeting to be removed. All persons are expected to conduct t …
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Tue Jul 7, 2026 · 04:00 PM

Historic & Cultural Preservation Committee Meeting

Public hearing on historic house addition at 511 Keokuk St.

The Historic & Cultural Preservation Committee will hold a public hearing to consider a resolution approving historic site plan and architectural review for modifications to an 1871 home in the Oakhill-Brewster Historic District. The project includes a 184-square-foot side addition, expanded deck and pergola, and like-for-like window and finish replacement. The committee will also vote on minutes from its January and February 2026 meetings.

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City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Good evening and welcome to the regular meeting of the Hist oric and Cultural Preservation Committee for Tuesday, July 7 th, 2026. Will the clerk take roll? Committee member McMichael? McMichael? Committee member McMichael? Present. Committee member Mattson? Present. Committee member Hall? Absent. Committee member Saxon? Absent. Chair Squirrel? Present. We have a quorum. All right, now's the time for public comment. During the general public comment, the public is invited to make comments on items of public interest that are within the HCPC's subject matter jurisdiction and that are not listed on the current agenda. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person. Depending on the number of persons wishing to address the HCPC, time will be allocated in equal shares totaling no more than 15 minutes. We're now open to general public comment. Any speakers? Bring your cards to the clerk's desk. Have you received any public comments prior to the meeting? We did not receive any public comments prior to the meeting . We did not receive any public comments. We did not receive any public comments prior to the meeting . We did not receive any public comments prior to the meeting . That closes general public comments. There are no presentation items for today. I will close this meeting item and continue. Meeting item number one, approval of minutes for meeting of January 6, 2026. We're going to table that until next meeting. Any amendments? No amendments, so we'll close that. Me …
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CITY OF PETALUMA, CALIFORNIA  REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC & CULTURAL PRESERVATION COMMITTEE APPOINTED MEMBERS Samantha Barclay­Saxon Harold Matzen Julia McMichael Ally Squirrell Caroline Hall, Petaluma Museum Association/Heritage Homes & Landmarks of Petaluma STAFF LIAISON Andrew Trippel, Planning Manager MEETINGS 1  Tuesday of each month City Hall Council Chamber 11 English Street Petaluma, CA 94952 CONTACT INFORMATION Phone (707)­778­4470 Fax (707)­778­4498 petalumaplanning@cityofpetaluma.org cityofpetaluma.org AGENDA Tuesday, July 07, 2026 4:00 PM Submit Written Public Comment Email the Committee Clerk at:  HistoricPreservationClerk@cityofpetaluma.org , with the subject line “Public Comment.” Comments that are received at least two hours prior to the meeting will be distributed to Committee members and published with the agenda packet on the City's website as part of the public record for the meeting. Comments received after the cutoff time will be distributed and posted online following the meeting. Decorum The Chair has the authority to rule any speaker out of order, including speakers during the General Public Comment period, if the subject raised is not within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Committee, or during a public hearing or a general business item if the speaker is not presenting testimony or evidence relevant to the matter or if the speaker becomes disruptive to the proceedings and conduct of the meeting. The Chair also has the authority to order an …
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Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 05:00 PM

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING

City Council awards design‑build contract for Petaluma Public Safety Facility

The Petaluma City Council will consider several resolutions and contracts, including a design‑build contract for a new public safety facility. Other items include a transit shelter purchase, a special tax levy for the Riverfront Community Facilities District, and the completion of a tank recoating project. The council will also adopt an ordinance amendment affecting city appropriations.

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✓ Decided: City Council awards design-build contract for Public Safety Facility

The City Council awarded a design-build contract to Alten Construction for the Petaluma Public Safety Facility Project. The council also approved several resolutions regarding landscape assessments, nuisance abatement, and transit amenities.

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Recording in progress. Okay. Good evening. Welcome to the regular meeting of the Petaluma City Council and the Petaluma Community Development Successor Agency for Monday, July 6, 2026. May we have our roll call, please. Pernacle? Present. Cater Thompson? Here. DeCarly? Here. Now? Here. Quint? Absent. Shribs? McDonald? And we do have a quorum. Perfect. Tonight we have a closed session, a conference with labor negotiators, and I'd like to invite our Assistant City Attorney, Dylan Brady, to announce the closed session. Sure. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6, the city representatives will be Peggy Flynn, City Manager, Brian Co chran, Assistant City Manager. Linda Lee, Deputy City Manager, and Charles Sakai from Slo an Sakai, our outside counsel. The employee organization is IAFF, Unit 7 and Unit 8 Comp ensation Plan. Thank you. Thank you very much. Let's look into public comment on the item tonight. And as always, we have public comment available for the closed session. And I'd like to ask our clerk if we've received any prior. We have not received any comments ahead of the meeting. We do have two people on the Zoom call. And so I'll read out the instructions. Members of the public attending in person should bring their speaker cards to the clerk's desk. Members of the public attending online should raise their virtual hand. And those attending via phone should press star 9 to raise their hand. We will hear in-person comments first. The mayor will call speakers to the …
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CITY OF PETALUMA, CALIFORNIA REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL & PETALUMA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY (PCDSA) MAYOR Kevin McDonnell COUNCIL MEMBERS Brian Barnacle Janice Cader Thompson Alexander DeCarli, Vice Mayor Karen Nau Frank Quint John Shribbs CITY MANAGER Peggy Flynn CITY CLERK Caitlin Corley CITY ATTORNEY Eric W. Danly COUNCIL MEETINGS 1  and 3  Mondays of each month City Hall Council Chamber 11 English Street Petaluma, CA 94952 CONTACT INFORMATION Phone (707) 778­4360 cityclerk@cityofpetaluma.org cityofpetaluma.org AGENDA Monday, July 06, 2026 CLOSED SESSION 5:00 PM REGUALR SESSION 6:00 P.M. Hybrid Meeting Format City Council meetings will be conducted in a hybrid format, by virtual teleconference via Zoom as well as in­person. Teleconference login information and instructions on how to participate for virtual meetings are available in each specific meeting agenda. How to Observe and/or Provide Public Comment at a Meeting Attend In­Person: Petaluma City Council Chamber located at 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA.  Please fill out a speaker card for each item you wish to speak on, and place in the speaker card box next to the City Clerk. Attend Virtually via Zoom: https://cityofpetaluma­org.zoom.us/j/88253757663 Please use raise hand feature to speak. Call­In via Telephone:  One tap mobile: +16694449171,,88253757663# or dial 1 (669) 444­9171 Meeting ID: 882 5375 7663 Please dial *9 to raise hand to speak. Watch on TV:  Comcast channel 28, U­Verse channel 0 …
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CITY OF PETALUMA, CALIFORNIA REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL & PETALUMA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY (PCDSA) City Hall Council Chamber 11 English Street Petaluma, CA 94952 MINUTES Monday, July 6, 2026 CLOSED SESSION 5:00 P.M. REGULAR SESSION 6:00 P.M. CALL TO ORDER – CLOSED SESSION – 5:00 P.M.    Mayor McDonnell called the meeting to order at 5:00 P.M.    • ROLL CALL  PRESENT: Mayor McDonnell, Vice Mayor DeCarli, Councilmember Barnacle, Councilmember Cader Thompson, Councilmember Nau, Councilmember Shribbs ABSENT: Councilmember Quint   CLOSED SESSION  • CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6  Agency Designated Representatives: Peggy Flynn, City Manager; Brian Cochran, Assistant City Manager; Linda Le; Deputy City Manager; Charles Sakai, Sloan Sakai Employee Organizations: IAFF - Unit 7 and Unit 8 Compensation Plan PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS Mayor McDonnell opened the public comment and seeing no one come forward to speak, he closed it. ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION    Council adjourned to closed session at 5:02 P.M.  CALL TO ORDER – REGULAR SESSION – 6:00 P.M. Mayor McDonnell called the meeting back to order at 6:03 P.M. • ROLL CALL PRESENT: Mayor McDonnell, Vice Mayor DeCarli, Councilmember Barnacle, Councilmember Cader Thompson, Councilmember Nau, Councilmember Shribbs ABSENT: Councilmember Quint • PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE • MOMENT OF SILENCE …
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Thu Jul 2, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Airport Commission Meeting CANCELLED

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Wed Jul 1, 2026 · 06:30 PM

Pedestrian & Bicycle Advisory Committee Meeting

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Fri Jun 26, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Public Art Committee Meeting

City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Wed Jun 24, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Public Safety Advisory Committee Meeting

Committee to review police military equipment use report and drone policy

The Public Safety Advisory Committee will receive the Police Department's annual military equipment use report (AB481) for FY 2026 and discuss Policy 613 on unmanned aerial systems and ground vehicles. They will also hear a presentation of monthly stats from the Independent Police Auditor, discuss the committee's annual report, and review the long-range calendar.

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City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Good evening and welcome to the 18th meeting of the Public Safety Advisory Committee for Wednesday June 24th, 2026. If you wish to provide a public comment on tonight's agenda, please fill out a speaker card in the back of the chamber and bring it to the committee clerk. At this time I'd like to ask the clerk to take roll. Dove Petrie. Present. Macias. Here. Kearney is absent. Miller. Here. Obsler. Here. Sullivan is absent. And now. Here. And we have a quorum. Thank you. At this time I'd like to lead the chamber on the Pledge of Allegiance. Next up is general public comment. During general public comment, the public is invited to make comments on items of public interest that are within the committee's subject matter jurisdiction and that are not listed on the current agenda. Public comments are limited. Up to three minutes per person , depending on the number of persons wishing to address the committee. Time will be allocated in equal shares totaling no more than 15 minutes. Clerk, have we received any comments prior to the meeting? Yes. We received seven comments prior to the meeting. Those have been posted online and we have two in person. Okay. At this time I'd like to open general public comment and ask speakers to bring their cards to the clerk's desk and invite the clerk to read general public comment instructions. Members of the public should bring their speaker cards to the clerk's desk if they have not already done so. Speakers are reminded to be respectful in their …
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CITY OF PETALUMA, CALIFORNIA  REGULAR MEETING OF THE PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPOINTED MEMBERS Sabrina Dove­Petrigh Gabe Kearney Julia Macias Michael Miller Ellen Obstler Kathryn Sullivan COUNCIL LIAISON Karen Nau STAFF LIAISON Brian Miller MEETINGS 4  Wednesday of each month City Hall Council Chamber 11 English Street Petaluma, CA 94952 CONTACT INFORMATION Phone (707) 778­4368 bmiller@cityofpetaluma.org cityofpetaluma.org AGENDA Wednesday, June 24, 2026 6:00 PM Submit Written Public Comment Email the Committee Clerk at:  irenenger@cityofpetaluma.org , with the subject line “Public Comment.” Comments that are received at least two hours prior to the meeting will be distributed to Committee members and published with the agenda packet on the City's website as part of the public record for the meeting. Comments received after the cutoff time will be distributed and posted online following the meeting. Decorum The Chair has the authority to rule any speaker out of order, including speakers during the General Public Comment period, if the subject raised is not within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Committee, or during a public hearing or a general business item if the speaker is not presenting testimony or evidence relevant to the matter or if the speaker becomes disruptive to the proceedings and conduct of the meeting. The Chair also has the authority to order any person who willfully interrupts the meeting to be removed. All persons are expected to conduct them …
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Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Planning Commission Meeting

Planning Commission to consider pool rules for Scott Ranch and a new business incubator

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding development standards and land use permits. The body is considering a recommendation to allow swimming pools and spas in the Scott Ranch Planned Unit District and a permit for a small business incubator on Lakeville Street.

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City Hall, Council Chamber, 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
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Progress. Thank you so much. Good evening everyone and we will call to order this evening our Tuesday, June 23rd planning commission meeting and clerk if you could please take roll. Commissioner Abner. Present. Commissioner Goldman. Here. Commissioner Newell. Absent. Commissioner Rackson. Here. Commissioner Schilt. Here. Council Member Barnacle. Present. Chair Moses. Present. We have a quorum. Thank you so much. With that we'll move into general public comment. During general public comment the public is invited to make comments on items of public interest that are within the planning commission subject matter jurisdiction and that are not listed on the current agenda. Public comments are limited to up to three minutes per person and depending on the number of persons wishing to address the planning commission time will be allocated in equal shares totaling no more than 15 minutes. With that we've opened our general public comment and I'll ask speakers to bring their cards to the clerk if they've not done so already. Clerk have we received any general public comments prior to the meeting? We received one general public comment prior to the meeting and it's been published online. Thank you so much. Any in-person public speakers this evening? None. Okay. Then we will close general public comment and continue on. The next section of our agenda is presentations though we have none so we'll quickly close that and move on to approval of minutes. We've got one approval of minutes fo …
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CITY OF PETALUMA, CALIFORNIA  REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION APPOINTED MEMBERS Sarah Ebner Brian Goldman Jessica Mozes, Chair Brent Newell, Vice Chair Darren Racusen Keith Schildt COUNCIL LIAISON Brian Barnacle STAFF LIAISON Andrew Trippel MEETINGS 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month City Hall Council Chamber 11 English Street Petaluma, CA 94952 CONTACT INFORMATION Phone (707)­778­4470 Fax (707)­778­4498 petalumaplanning@cityofpetaluma.org cityofpetaluma.org AGENDA Tuesday, June 23, 2026 6:00 PM Submit Written Public Comment Email the Commission Clerk at:  uorozco@cityofpetaluma.org , with the subject line “Public Comment.” Comments that are received at least two hours prior to the meeting will be distributed to Commission members and published with the agenda packet on the City's website as part of the public record for the meeting. Comments received after the cutoff time will be distributed and posted online following the meeting. Decorum The Chair has the authority to rule any speaker out of order, including speakers during the General Public Comment period, if the subject raised is not within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Commission, or during a public hearing or a general business item if the speaker is not presenting testimony or evidence relevant to the matter or if the speaker becomes disruptive to the proceedings and conduct of the meeting. The Chair also has the authority to order any person who willfully interrupts the meeting to be removed. All …
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Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 503 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.

💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
$49.8MARCTURUS UAV, INC
Department of Defense · ISR SERVICES AND POST DEPLOYMENT AT SPARTAN 3 SITE.
$42.9MARCTURUS UAV, INC
Department of Defense · ISR SERVICES
$40.2MARCTURUS UAV, INC
Department of Defense · HERO 1 SITE.
$35.8MARCTURUS UAV, INC
Department of Defense · HURRICANE 7 SITE.
$21.0MARCTURUS UAV, INC
Department of Defense · IGF::CT::IGF MEUAS III ISR TASK ORDER
$20.4MARCTURUS UAV, INC
Department of Defense · IGF::CT::IGF MEUAS III TASK ORDER AWARD
$16.3MARCTURUS UAV, INC
Department of Defense · PRE-DEPLOYMENT, ISR AND POST DEPLOYMENT FOR HURRICANE 6.
$15.5MARCTURUS UAV, INC
Department of Defense · IGF::CT::IGF HURRICANE 1 ISR SERVICES
$13.9MARCTURUS UAV, INC
Department of Defense · IRS SERVICES
$6.5MARCTURUS UAV, INC
Department of State · JUMP 20 UNMANNED AERIAL SYSTEM

Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.

🌐 County-level context (Sonoma County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration-160 people (+$129.6M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)18 ({"Fire": 11, "Flood": 9, "Severe Storm": 9, "Biological": 2, · last Mon Apr 3, 2023)
Traffic fatalities2 (2023)
Business establishments14,572 (177,367 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$2,242/mo (821 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy20.4% (low numeracy 26% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

City profile

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267
Recorded votes
$170.8M
Annual budget
$124.9M
Debt outstanding
585
Employees on payroll
276
Permitted housing units

The money — in

source: Census gov-finance & state comptroller

Budget

Revenue$170.8M
Spending$143.0M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.

Debt load MODERATE

Outstanding debt$124.9M
Debt-to-revenue0.73×
Debt-load index47 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.

The money — out

source: city procurement & payroll

Who the city actually cuts checks to.

585 employees on the public payroll — every position and salary is public record.

Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.475
All kids
0.445
Black kids
0.388

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geocoded land-use decisions
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