Cotati public meetings in 2023
43 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Commission Meeting
The Cotati Planning Commission will consider a resolution recommending City Council approval for a new 35-lot single-family subdivision at 8841 Old Redwood Highway. The commission will also review an update to the Cotati Active Transportation Plan, which guides future walking and biking infrastructure projects. Final development decisions require separate City Council action.
- Consideration of a resolution recommending City Council approval for entitlements at 8841 Old Redwood Highway
- Review of the Cotati Active Transportation Plan Update
- Approval of minutes from the November 6, 2023 meeting
- Public comment periods on action and non-action items
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an ordinance to establish a Senior Mobilehome Park Overlay Zone. The proposal aims to codify the seniors-only status of existing parks to preserve affordable senior housing, specifically addressing the Countryside Mobile Home Park at 425 W. Sierra Avenue.
- Public hearing and resolution for Senior Mobilehome Park Overlay Zone Ordinance
- SWSP Scoping Update
- Active Transportation (Bike and Pedestrian) Plan Update Workshop
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding an extension to Interim Urgency Ordinance No. 922. This ordinance prohibits converting senior mobilehome parks into parks for all ages.
- Public hearing on extending the moratorium on converting senior mobilehome parks
- Authorization of a joint support letter for Sonoma Water's proposal regarding the Potter Valley Project
- Approval of a Land Acknowledgment statement for the City website and meetings
- Resolution to update City Council Rules
- Proclamation of November 2023 as Native American Heritage Month
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council Regular Meeting
The Cotati City Council will meet for a joint session with the Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency. The agenda includes approving a land acknowledgment statement for the city website and reviewing a report on measures taken regarding senior mobile home park protections.
- Motion to approve a Land Acknowledgment statement for the City website
- Report on measures to alleviate conditions leading to Interim Urgency Ordinance No. 922 (preserving senior mobile home parks)
- Acceptance of the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Annual Report of Development Impact Fee (AB1600)
- Second Amendment to the lease agreement with Amwohi MPL Tower Holdings LLC
- Acceptance of the Civic Center Painting Project
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council Regular Meeting
The Cotati City Council and Successor Agency will meet to discuss several administrative and infrastructure items. Key topics include a proposal to move to monthly water and sewer billing and authorizing a design agreement for Sunflower Park updates.
- Resolution to change the utility billing period to monthly, effective January 2024
- Design agreement authorization for Sunflower Park updates
- Agreement with Fairbank, Maslin, Maullin, Metz & Associates for a community satisfaction survey
- Amendment to the FY 2023/24 staffing schedule to add a partial FTE to Community Development
City Council Regular Meeting
The Cotati City Council will meet to discuss an interim urgency ordinance that would prohibit the conversion of senior mobilehome parks into all-age parks. The meeting also includes several action items regarding city infrastructure and service contracts.
- Interim urgency ordinance prohibiting the conversion of senior mobilehome parks
- Awarding 2024 Street Improvements Project to Ghilotti Brothers, Inc
- Professional Services Agreement with Moe Engineering, Inc. not to exceed $45,000
- Acceptance of Dance Studio Repairs Project Improvements
- Acceptance of City Hall Window Replacement Project
The Cotati City Council unanimously adopted an interim urgency ordinance that prohibits converting senior mobilehome parks. The council also unanimously approved two proclamations—Panic Heritage Month and Pollution Prevention/Creek Week—and adopted a consent calendar covering several routine projects. All actions were taken with unanimous votes.
- Approved September 22, 2023 council minutes (unanimous)
- Adopted proclamation for Panic Heritage Month (Sept 15‑Oct 15) (unanimous)
- Adopted proclamation for Pollution Prevention Week and Creek Week (unanimous)
- Adopted consent calendar items (dance studio repairs, 2024 street improvements, holiday tree lighting, engineering services agreement, city hall window replacement, landscape maintenance contract, Kotati Park revitalization) (unanimous)
- Adopted interim urgency ordinance prohibiting conversion of senior mobilehome parks (unanimous)
City Council Regular Meeting
The Cotati City Council will meet to discuss a rezoning of vacant land at Alder Avenue and Gravenstein Highway and an update to the Master Fee Schedule. The agenda also includes accepting completed public improvement projects and reviewing the August 2023 financial update.
- Rezoning 7.83 acres from CG:PUD to CG at Alder Avenue and Gravenstein Highway
- Resolution to update the Master Fee Schedule and City service charges
- Acceptance of the W Sierra Ave Sewer Replacement Project
- Acceptance of public improvements at 380 Blodgett Street
- Professional services agreement with Stone Creek Environmental for storm water support
The City Council adopted an ordinance to rezone 7.83 acres of vacant land from a Planned Unit Development to Commercial, Gravenstein Corridor. The council also updated the Master Fee Schedule and appointed delegates for the League of California Cities annual conference.
- Rezoning of 7.83 acres at Alder Avenue and Gravenstein Highway adopted (3-2)
- Master Fee Schedule update adopted unanimously, excluding tree removal penalty changes
- Approved W Sierra Ave sewer replacement project
- Approved public improvements for 380 Blodgett Street agreement
- Approved annual storm water support services agreement
- Appointed Mayor Susan Harvey as voting delegate to 2022 LOCC conference
- Appointed Councilmember Rivers and City Manager O'Bid as LOCC alternates
- Approved minutes from August 8, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission Meeting
The Cotati Planning Commission will meet to consider a use permit resolution for the ABC 707 Highway Convenience Store. The commission will also hold a kick-off discussion regarding the Santero Way Specific Plan rezoning.
- ABC 707 Highway Convenience Store Use Permit Resolution
- Santero Way Specific Plan Rezoning Kick-Off
The Planning Commission unanimously approved a use permit for the ABC 707 Highway Convenience Store with specific merchandise requirements. The commission also adopted the minutes from the June 19, 2023 meeting.
- Approved June 19, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
- Approved ABC 707 Highway Convenience Store Use Permit (Unanimous)
- Approved ABC 707 Highway Convenience Store Resolution requiring 15% neighborhood convenience items (5% must be fresh fruits and vegetables) and prohibiting adult material (Unanimous)
Cotati City Council Regular Meeting
The Cotati City Council will meet to vote on several land use and infrastructure items. Key discussions include a cannabis consumption lounge permit for Mercy Wellness of Cotati and a construction contract for the Petaluma Boulevard South and Airport Boulevard Park and Ride Project.
- Approval of cannabis consumption lounge permit for Mercy Wellness of Cotati at 7950 Redwood Drive
- Construction contract award for Petaluma Boulevard South and Airport Boulevard Park and Ride Project to Ghilotti Bros., Inc.
- Public Improvement Agreement and easement dedications for the Cotati Hotel project at 147 St Josephs Way
- Professional services agreement with 4Leaf Inc. for the Santero Way Specific Plan rezoning project
- Approval of The Yard Market events in La Plaza Park for September 9, 2022
The City Council unanimously approved a cannabis consumption lounge for Mercy Wellness of Cotati. The Council also awarded a construction contract for the Petaluma Boulevard South and Airport Boulevard Park and Ride project and approved several consent calendar items.
- Approved cannabis consumption lounge for Mercy Wellness of Cotati at 7950 Redwood Drive (4-0)
- Awarded Petaluma Boulevard South and Airport Boulevard Park and Ride project construction contract (4-0)
- Approved public improvement agreement and easement dedications for Cotati Hotel project at 147 St Josephs Way (4-0)
- Approved professional services agreement with 4Leaf Incorporated for Santero Way Specific Plan Rezoning Project (4-0)
- Approved September 9, 2023 The Yard Market events in La Plaza Park (4-0)
- Accepted July 25, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Cotati Planning Commission Cancelled Meeting
The Cotati Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, August 7, 2023, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to technical difficulties.
Cotati City Council Regular Meeting
The Cotati City Council will discuss and vote on several items including a commercial cannabis permit for Barlow Printing LLC, establishing backflow testing charges, and creating an in-lieu tree fund.
- Approve Design Agreement for the 2024 Street Improvements Project with Harris and Associates ($56,000)
- Issue Commercial Cannabis Permit to Barlow Printing, LLC at 481 Aaron Street
- Establish Outstanding Backflow Testing Charges and Levy Assessments
- Create an In-Lieu Tree Fund and Program
The City Council approved a commercial cannabis distribution permit for Barlow Printing, LLC and established a new in-lieu tree fund and planting program. The council also adopted a recognition and flag policy and set charges for outstanding backflow testing.
- Approved commercial cannabis distribution permit for Barlow Printing, LLC at 481 Aaron Street (unanimous)
- Adopted creation of an in-lieu tree fund and in-lieu tree planting program (unanimous)
- Adopted recognition and flag policy and Annual Calendar of Proclamations (unanimous)
- Adopted outstanding backflow testing charges and levying of assessments (unanimous)
- Approved design agreement for 2024 Street Improvements Project (unanimous)
- Approved public parking lot use at 960 East Cotati Avenue for 2023 Cotati Accordion Festival (unanimous)
- Approved amendment to FTE staffing schedule for Fiscal Year 2023/24 (unanimous)
- Accepted minutes from June 27, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Cotati Planning Commission Cancelled Meeting
The Cotati Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, July 17, 2023, was cancelled. There were no items listed for discussion or decision.
Cotati Planning Commission Cancelled Meeting
The Cotati Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, July 3, 2023, has been cancelled. No items were presented for discussion or decision.
Cotati City Council Regular Meeting
The Cotati City Council will meet for a joint session with the Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency. The agenda includes several ordinance adoption items, park design agreements, and a presentation on homelessness prevention.
- Adoption of Electric Vehicle Charging Reach Code Ordinance to increase charging infrastructure
- Second reading and adoption of Downtown Specific Plan zoning code amendments
- Design agreements for updates to Putnam Park and Cator Field
- Authorization of a license agreement with NexGen for an asset management system
- Resolution to approve annual assessments for the Cotati Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District
The City Council approved zoning code amendments for the Downtown Specific Plan and authorized a city-wide asset management system. The council also approved design agreements for park updates and a license agreement for the Veterans Building. A public hearing on backflow testing charges was continued to July 25, 2023.
- Adopted Downtown Specific Plan (DSP) zoning code amendments (4-0)
- Authorized implementation of a city-wide asset management system (Unanimous)
- Adopted Electric Vehicle Charging Reach Code Ordinance (Unanimous)
- Accepted public improvements for structures at 8125, 8145, and 8175 Gravenstein Highway (Unanimous)
- Adopted ordinance clarifying water connection fees with fire flows (Unanimous)
- Approved design agreements for Putnam and Cator Field updates (Unanimous)
- Approved annual assessments for Cotati Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District FY 2023-24 (4-0)
- Approved license agreement for Cotati Veterans Building facilities (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Cotati Planning Commission Regular Meeting
The Cotati Planning Commission will discuss and receive input on proposed changes to the intersection of SR116 and West Cotati Avenue. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan Update.
- Present and receive input on proposed reconfiguration of SR116 and West Cotati Avenue
- Presentation on the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan Update
The Commission received presentations on the proposed reconfiguration of SR116 and West Cotati Avenue and an update to the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan. No substantive actions were taken on these items. The Commission unanimously adopted the May 15, 2023, meeting minutes.
- Adopted May 15, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Cotati City Council Regular Meeting
The Cotati City Council will discuss several ordinances, including a rezoning of vacant land and new electric vehicle charging requirements. The meeting also includes the adoption of a multi-year capital improvement plan and various consent calendar items.
- Rezoning 7.83 acres from CG:PUD to CG at Alder Avenue and Gravenstein Highway
- Introduction of Electric Vehicle Charging Reach Code Ordinance for building projects
- Adoption of the Multi-Year Capital Improvement Plan
- Approval of FY23/24 SB 1 list of road repair projects
- Introduction of ordinance clarifying water connection fees with fire flows
The City Council adopted a multi-year capital improvement plan and approved several consent items, including a local event and road project list. Multiple ordinances regarding zoning, electric vehicle charging, and water fees were introduced for future consideration.
- Adopted Multi-Year Capital Improvement Plan (unanimous)
- Approved FY23/24 SB 1 list of road projects (unanimous)
- Approved 2023 The Lime Foundation Battle of the Bands event (unanimous)
- Set public hearing date for backflow testing charges and assessments (unanimous)
- Introduced ordinance to rezone 7.83 acres at Alder Ave and Gravenstein Hwy (unanimous)
- Introduced Downtown Specific Plan and zoning code amendments (4-0)
- Introduced Electric Vehicle Charging Reach Code Ordinance (unanimous)
- Introduced ordinance clarifying water connection fees with fire flows (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Cotati Planning Commission Cancelled Meeting
The Cotati Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, June 5, 2023, has been cancelled.
Cotati City Council Regular Meeting
The Cotati City Council will meet to adopt the annual budget and salary schedule for Fiscal Year 2023/24. The agenda also includes several consent calendar items regarding local festivals, infrastructure, and utility agreements.
- Adoption of the FY 2023/24 City Budget
- Adoption of the FY 2023/24 City-wide salary schedule
- Approval of the 2023 Cotati Accordion Festival and associated street closures
- Purchase and installation of wireless internet equipment for La Plaza Park
- Reimbursement agreement with Sonoma Water for the Water Use Efficiency Program
The City Council unanimously approved the budget for Fiscal Year 2023/24 and the city-wide salary schedule. The council also approved several consent calendar items related to public improvements and park infrastructure. Additionally, the council established a schedule for flying the Pride and Juneteenth flags at City Hall.
- Adopted Fiscal Year 2023/24 budget (unanimous)
- Adopted city-wide salary schedule for Fiscal Year 2023/24 (unanimous)
- Approved annual appropriations (GANN) limit for Fiscal Year 2023/24 (unanimous)
- Approved intent for Landscape and Lighting Assessment District preliminary engineer's report (unanimous)
- Accepted Jamie Lane public improvements (unanimous)
- Approved North Bay Theatrics 2023 Free Summer Theatre in the Park series (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of wireless internet infrastructure for La Plaza Park (unanimous)
- Approved flying Pride flag in June and Juneteenth flag on June 19 (unanimous)
Cotati Planning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission will meet to consider several matters including the approval of previous meeting minutes. The agenda includes discussions regarding 2023 DSP Amendments and a rezoning for Cotati Village.
- 2023 DSP Amendments Staff Report
- Cotati Village Rezoning Staff Report
The Planning Commission approved the Cotati Village rezoning resolution following public comment. The commission also adopted the 2023 DSP amendments. Minutes from the April 17, 2023 meeting were approved.
- Approved Cotati Village Rezoning Resolution (3-2)
- Adopted 2023 DSP Amendments Resolution including suggestions for La Plaza Park, bicycle safety, and pedestrian paths (Unanimous)
- Adopted April 17, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Cotati City Council Regular Meeting
The Cotati City Council and Successor Agency will meet to consider several action items including infrastructure repairs and city policy updates. Discussion topics include sewer design agreements, police compensation, and the Sonoma County Vision Zero Action Plan.
- Purchase of a pre-manufactured construction water filling station
- Cypress Avenue sewer repair design agreement with Brelje & Race Consulting Engineers
- Bicycle and pedestrian safety improvements on Valparaiso Avenue via DC Electric, Inc.
- Amended salary schedule and non-represented compensation plan for police trainee classification
- Adoption of the Sonoma County Vision Zero Action Plan
The City Council approved the Sonoma County Vision Zero Action Plan and a revised city investment policy. Other actions included appointing a library commissioner and approving a dash camera agreement for police electric vehicles.
- Approved appointment of Cyan McMillan to the Sonoma County Library Commission (Unanimous)
- Adopted Sonoma County Vision Zero Action Plan (Unanimous)
- Adopted revised City of Cotati Investment Policy and active investment management contract (Unanimous)
- Approved dash camera agreement for police electric vehicles with 6-month ALPR data storage limit (4-1)
- Approved final City Seal design with requested color contrast modifications (Unanimous)
- Approved Nor Cal Oaks baseball and softball license agreement for city facilities (Unanimous)
- Approved Cypress sewer repair design agreement (4-0)
- Approved police trainee job classification and compensation (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Cotati Planning Commission Cancelled Meeting
The Cotati Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, May 1, 2023, has been cancelled. There are no items listed for discussion or decision.
Cotati City Council Regular Meeting
The Cotati City Council and Successor Agency will hold a joint meeting to address several municipal items. The agenda includes a workshop on potential building code amendments regarding all-electric buildings and electric vehicle charging.
- Workshop on potential reach code related to all-electric buildings and electric vehicle charging
- Appointment of a Library Commissioner
- Annual Police Chief report to the community for 2022
- Mayor's pledge to support the Monarch Butterfly
The City Council agreed with staff recommendations regarding reach codes for all-electric buildings and EV charging. They specified requirements for remodels and a propane generator exception. The council also received the annual police report and requested more granular data for future reports.
- Approved minutes from April 11, 2023 (unanimous)
- Adopted support for Mayors Monarch Butterfly Pledge (unanimous)
- Continued appointment of Library Commissioner to May 9th
- Agreed to implement EV charging requirements prior to mid-cycle building code update at Tier 1 Cal Green
- Agreed to require electric ready for remodels and prohibit new gas appliances while allowing existing ones to remain
- Approved blanket exception for propane powered generators
Cotati City Council Strategic Planning Special Meeting
The Cotati City Council and the Successor Agency to the former Cotati Community Redevelopment Agency will conduct study sessions regarding fiscal year 2023/24. These sessions focus on planning for special revenues, internal service funds, enterprise funds, and capital funds. No official action will be taken during these sessions.
- Budget study session for Special Revenues and Internal Service Funds (FY 2023/24)
- Budget study session for Enterprise (Water, Sewer) Funds and Capital Funds (FY 2023/24)
Cotati Planning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission will review bicycle and pedestrian elements of recent and proposed street paving projects. The meeting also includes a review of the 2022 General Plan Implementation Annual Progress Report.
- Administration of the Oath of Office for new Planning Commissioners
- Review of bicycle and pedestrian elements in street paving projects
- Discussion of 2022 General Plan Implementation Annual Progress Report
The Planning Commission swore in Commissioners Long and Moffet. The commission adopted the minutes from the January 17 and March 20, 2023 meetings. No other substantive decisions were recorded.
- Sworn in Commissioner Long and Commissioner Moffet
- Adopted Jan 17, 2023 special meeting minutes (4-0, 1 abstain)
- Adopted Mar 20, 2023 regular meeting minutes (4-0, 1 abstain)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Cotati City Council Regular Meeting
The Cotati City Council is meeting to consider several action items, including establishing rental fees for the Parklets and Outdoor Dining Program. The Council will also vote to rescind the local COVID-19 emergency proclamation and award a painting contract for the Civic Center.
- Adoption of resolution establishing Public Parklet Space Rental Fee
- Rescinding Resolution 2020-21 (COVID-19 Local Emergency Proclamation)
- Construction contract award for Civic Center Painting Project to KBI Painting
- Authorization of a letter opposing proposed Senate Bill 423
- Ratification of Planning Commission member appointments
The City Council established public parklet space rental fees and appointed Kimberlyn Moffet and Ryan Long to the Planning Commission. The Council also approved a construction contract for painting the Civic Center and rescinded the COVID-19 local emergency proclamation.
- Rescinded COVID-19 local emergency proclamation (Unanimous)
- Approved construction contract for Civic Center painting project (Unanimous)
- Appointed Kimberlyn Moffet and Ryan Long to the Planning Commission (Unanimous)
- Adopted resolution establishing public parklet space rental fee (Unanimous)
- Approved letter of opposition to Senate Bill 423 (Unanimous)
- Adopted recognition of Officer Ryan Reinke as Sonoma County Peace Officer of the year (Unanimous)
- Approved March 28, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
Cotati City Council Strategic Planning Special Meeting
This special strategic planning meeting includes a study session on the General Fund for Fiscal Year 2023/24. The Council will also review the 2023-2033 General Fund Long Range Financial Forecast and discuss updated Council goals.
- Review of 2023-2033 General Fund Long Range Financial Forecast
- Discussion of revised City Council goals for Fiscal Year 2023-2024
- Budget study session for the FY 2023/24 General Fund
- Approval of minutes from the March 7, 2023, Strategic Planning Special Meeting
Cotati Planning Commission Cancelled Meeting
The Cotati Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, April 3, 2023, was cancelled. There were no items listed for discussion or decision.
Cotati City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider adopting the 2023-2031 Housing Element Update and an associated environmental impact report addendum. Other items include approving construction contracts for dance studio repairs and purchasing crime scene investigation equipment.
- Award construction contracts for Community Center Dance Studio Repairs Project to M3 Integrated Services and United Mechanical with a $50,000 budget
- Purchase of FARO Focus Core USA Model LS9 -LU-TAA 3D Crime Scene/Accident Investigation Equipment and software
- Adoption of the 2023-2031 Housing Element Update and General Plan EIR Addendum
- Second amendment to Standard Service Agreement with No-Des, Inc. for water main flushing filters
- Resolution to rescind Stage 1 of the City's Water Shortage Contingency Plan
The City Council adopted the 2023 Housing Element Update and associated General Plan EIR Addendum. Several consent calendar items were approved, including a construction contract for community center repairs and new crime scene scanning technology.
- Adopted 2023 Housing Element Update and General Plan EIR Addendum (4-0)
- Approved construction contract for Community Center Dance Studio repairs (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of 3D scanner for crime scene and accident investigations (unanimous)
- Approved main flushing and water treatment services for water distribution system (unanimous)
- Rescinded enactment of Stage 1 (20%) of City's Water Shortage Contingency Plan (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from March 14, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Cotati Planning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission will review the proposed Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Annual and Multiple Year Capital Improvement Plans. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the 2022 Housing Annual Production Report and a recommendation for the 6th Cycle Housing Element Update.
- Review of Proposed Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Annual and Multiple Year Capital Improvement Plans
- 2022 Housing Annual Production Report (APR) and Informational Update
- Recommendation for the 6th Cycle Housing Element Update (2023-2031)
The Planning Commission adopted a resolution recommending that the City Council update the General Plan Housing Element for 2023-2031. The Commission also found the proposed FY 2023-2024 Capital Improvement Plans to be in conformity with the General Plan.
- Adopted resolution finding FY 2023-2024 Capital Improvement Plans conform with General Plan (Unanimous)
- Adopted resolution recommending City Council update Housing Element for 2023-2031 (Unanimous)
- Approved March 6, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
- Tabled January 17, 2023 meeting minutes until April 17, 2023 (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Cotati City Council Regular Meeting
The Cotati City Council will meet to provide direction on the Sonoma Water Transmission System budget and discuss city investment management. The agenda also includes approvals for community festivals in La Plaza Park and a dash camera agreement for police electric vehicles.
- Approval of 2023 La Bonita Chiki-Bonito Children & Family Festival in La Plaza Park
- Approval of 2023 The Yard Market events in La Plaza Park
- 5 year agreement with Axon for dash cameras in police electric vehicles
- Review of proposed Sonoma Water Transmission System budget for FY 2023-24
- Closed session regarding property sale terms for 147 St. Joseph Way
The City Council approved a contract for dash cameras for police electric vehicles, specifically excluding the Automated License Plate Reader subscription. The Council also endorsed the Sonoma Water Transmission System budget for FY 2023-24 and approved two community events in La Plaza Park.
- Approved dash camera agreement for police electric vehicles without ALPR subscription (4-1)
- Approved endorsement of Sonoma Water Transmission System FY 2023-24 budget (unanimous)
- Approved 2023 La Bonita Chiki-Bonito Children & Family Festival for April 30, 2023 (unanimous)
- Approved 2023 The Yard Market events in La Plaza Park (unanimous)
- Accepted minutes from Feb 24, Feb 28, and March 6 meetings (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Cotati City Council Strategic Planning Special Meeting
The Cotati City Council and Successor Agency to the former Cotati Community Redevelopment Agency are holding a special meeting for a study session on strategic planning for Fiscal Year 2023-2024. No action will be taken; the session is for discussion only. The meeting is open to in-person and virtual public comment.
- Study session on strategic planning for FY 2023-2024 (no action taken)
The City Council held a study session to review the strategic plan for Fiscal Year 2023-2024. Council directed staff to reorganize wildfire and climate goals and proposed several new projects regarding public safety, housing, and infrastructure.
- Directed staff to move wildfire preparation from Goal 2 to Goal 3
- Directed staff to add detail to Goal 2 regarding Climate Change mitigation and adaptation
- Proposed adding an electronic marquee to the public works project list
- Proposed prioritizing city entry post-mounted signs over monument signs
- Proposed Spanish translation for public safety, health, and emergency website pages
- Proposed development of SB9 'plexhousing' objective design standards
- Proposed investigation of e-bike/scooter share programs
- Proposed investigation of civilian oversight models for police
Cotati City Council Special Joint Meeting
This is a special joint meeting of the Cotati City Council and Planning Commission. The main item is a study session on the 2023 Housing Element Update and the associated General Plan EIR addendum, with a recommendation to continue the item to March 20, 2023. The meeting also includes a Land Use 101 presentation for the community, Planning Commission, and City Council.
- Study session on 2023 Housing Element Update and General Plan EIR addendum
- Recommendation to continue Housing Element item to March 20, 2023
- Land Use 101 presentation for community, Planning Commission, and City Council
The City Council and Successor Agency continued the 2023 Housing Element Update and associated General Plan EIR Addendum. A presentation on Land Use 101 was delivered by the Director of Community Development and City Attorney.
- Continued 2023 Housing Element Update and General Plan EIR Addendum to March 20, 2023 (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Cotati Planning Commission Regular Meeting
The Cotati Planning Commission will consider approving a use permit for a demonstration farm and community recreational/educational facility at 175 W. Sierra Avenue (Veronda-Falletti Ranch). The commission will also reorganize for 2023 and discuss switching from summary to action minutes for its meetings.
- Resolution to approve a use permit for a demonstration farm and community recreational/educational facility at 175 W. Sierra Avenue (APN 144-250-008)
- Reorganization of the Planning Commission for calendar year 2023, including administration of the oath of office
- Discussion on transitioning from summary minutes to action minutes for Planning Commission meetings
The Planning Commission unanimously adopted a use permit for a demonstration farm and community recreational and educational facility at 175 W. Sierra Avenue. The commission also reorganized its leadership for the 2023 calendar year.
- Approved use permit for demonstration farm and community facility at 175 W. Sierra Avenue (Unanimous)
- Nominated Commissioner Savage as Chair (3-0)
- Nominated Commissioner Gilardi as Vice Chair (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Cotati City Council Regular Meeting
The Cotati City Council will consider a resolution opposing Initiative No. 21-0042A1, the Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act. They will also receive the Measure S Annual Report for FY 2021/22 and approve several community events, including a farmers market and a car show.
- Resolution opposing Initiative No. 21-0042A1, the Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act
- Measure S Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2021/22 and oversight committee letter
- Approval of Wednesday evening farmers market in La Plaza Park from June 7 to September 27, 2023, including street closure, amplified entertainment, food vendors, and alcohol sales
- Approval of 2023 Rollin' Rosies Car Club Car Show Fundraiser in La Plaza Park
- Acceptance of Wayfinding Signage Phase 2 (Kiosks) Project and filing of Notice of Completion
The City Council adopted a resolution of opposition to Initiative No. 21-0042A1. The council also approved several community events in La Plaza Park and accepted the second phase of the wayfinding signage project.
- Adopted resolution of opposition to Initiative No. 21-0042A1 (5-0)
- Approved Farmers Market event in La Plaza Park from June 7 to September 27, 2023 (5-0)
- Approved 2023 Rollin' Rosies Car Club car show fundraiser in La Plaza Park (5-0)
- Accepted Wayfinding Signage Project - Phase 2 Kiosks (4-1)
- Approved minutes from February 14, 2023 meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Cotati City Council Special Meeting
This is a special meeting with only one substantive item: a City Council teambuilding session, with no action to be taken. The rest of the agenda is procedural boilerplate including public comment and adjournment.
- City Council teambuilding session (no action taken)
The City Council met for a special meeting focused on a teambuilding session. No other substantive actions or legislative decisions were recorded.
- Held City Council teambuilding session
Measure S Citizen Oversight Committee Regular Meeting
The Measure S Citizen Oversight Committee will receive background information and review the audited Measure S revenue and expenditures for Fiscal Year 2021/22. The committee may approve sending a corresponding letter to the Cotati City Council.
- Review of Measure S annual report for FY 2021/22
- Possible approval of letter to City Council on Measure S revenue and expenditures
Cotati City Council Regular Meeting
The Cotati City Council will hold a public hearing on a design review and cottage housing development plan for four primary residential units and two accessory dwelling units at 902 East Cotati Avenue. The council will also review the mid-year budget for fiscal year 2022-2023 and consider a draft city seal. Consent items include accepting the 2023 Pavement Preservation Project, applying for a Prohousing designation, and approving several 2023 community events.
- Public hearing on design review and cottage housing development plan for 4 homes and 2 ADUs at 902 East Cotati Avenue
- Mid-year budget review for fiscal year 2022-2023 with proposed adjustments
- Acceptance of 2023 Pavement Preservation Project improvements and filing of Notice of Completion
- Authorization to apply for Prohousing Designation from California Department of Housing and Community Development
- Approval of 2023 events: Music Festival, Oktoberfest, Summer Movies in the Park, Car Show, National Night Out, and Kids Day
Cotati Planning Commission Cancelled Meeting
The Cotati Planning Commission meeting scheduled for February 6, 2023, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.
Cotati City Council Regular Meeting
The Cotati City Council will consider awarding construction contracts for the 2023 Pavement Rehabilitation Project and the Downtown Civic Center Connectivity and Safety Project. They will also appoint Planning Commission members and nominate representatives for regional committees. Consent items include repairs to Well 1A and a service agreement for document digitization.
- Award of construction contract for 2023 Pavement Rehabilitation Project to Argonaut, Inc.
- Award of construction contract for Downtown Civic Center Connectivity and Safety Project to JV Lucas Paving, Inc., rejecting protest by Argonaut, Inc.
- Appointment of Planning Commission members from Councilmember Rivers' and Councilmember Lemus' nominations
- Approval of service agreements for Well 1A treatment system repairs and replacements with Telstar Instruments
- Authorization for letter of support for a Health and Human Services Hub in Rohnert Park
The City Council awarded construction contracts for the 2023 Pavement Rehabilitation Project and the Downtown Civic Center Connectivity and Safety Project. The Council also appointed two members to the Planning Commission and approved an $80,000 settlement regarding existing litigation.
- Approved construction contract for 2023 Pavement Rehabilitation Project (Unanimous)
- Approved construction contract for Downtown Civic Center Connectivity and Safety Project (Unanimous)
- Appointed Ed Gilardi and Michelle Berman to the Planning Commission (4-1)
- Approved $80,000 settlement agreement for case George Barich and Laurie Alderman v. City of Cotati (Unanimous)
- Approved letter of support for Sonoma County Transit Authority grant funding (Unanimous)
- Approved Well 1A treatment system and controller repairs and replacements (Unanimous)
- Appointed Engineer of Work for Cotati Landscape and Lighting Assessment District FY 23-24 (Unanimous)
- Approved service agreement with Western Integrated Systems for document digitization (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Cotati Planning Commission Special Meeting
The Cotati Planning Commission will consider a resolution recommending City Council approval of design review and a cottage housing development plan for a proposed project at 902 East Cotati Avenue (APN 144-302-030). The meeting also includes approval of minutes from November 2022 regular meetings and public comment periods.
- Resolution recommending City Council approval of design review and cottage housing development plan for 902 East Cotati Avenue (APN 144-302-030, PA# 22/05)
- Approval of minutes from November 7, 2022 and November 21, 2022 regular meetings
- Oral and written communications for non-agendized items
- Reports by staff and commission members
The Planning Commission unanimously recommended that the City Council approve the design review and development plan for a cottage housing project at 902 East Cotati Avenue. The commission also adopted minutes from two previous meetings.
- Recommended City Council approval of design review and cottage housing development plan for 902 East Cotati Avenue (Unanimous)
- Adopted Nov 7, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
- Adopted Nov 21, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Cotati City Council Special Joint Meeting
The City Council and Planning Commission are holding a joint study session to review and discuss the Downtown Specific Plan (DSP) Update project. The meeting is a public engagement workshop to gather input and provide direction on the proposed update. No formal action is expected; the session is for discussion and public comment only.
- Study session on Downtown Specific Plan Update public engagement workshop
- Joint meeting of City Council and Planning Commission
- Public comment period for the special meeting topic
The City Council and Planning Commission held a study session regarding public engagement for the Downtown Specific Plan Update. No formal actions were taken during the meeting.
Cotati City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will review annual financial reports and assign committee liaisons for 2023. The meeting also includes discussions on water main project amendments and a water/sewer SCADA system upgrade.
- Receive and file the Fiscal Year 2021/22 Audited Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)
- Amend Professional Services Agreement with Coastland Civil Engineering, LLP to add design of a water filling station
- Adopt resolution for the 2023 Cotatitarod Shopping Cart Race and Food Drive
- Authorize agreement with TESCO to upgrade the City's water/sewer SCADA system
- Assign Council representatives and liaisons to various committees for 2023
The City Council adopted a list of councilmember assignments to regional committees and boards for 2023. The council also approved several consent items, including a water main replacement project amendment and the 2023 Cotatitarod shopping cart race.
- Approved 2023 Council assignments as representatives and liaisons to various committees (unanimous)
- Approved amendment to Coastland Civil Engineering, LLP agreement for P-1 Portal, Mercantile, and Aaron water main replacement project to add a water filling station (unanimous)
- Approved 2023 Cotatitarod shopping cart race and food drive for March 4, 2023 (unanimous)
- Approved agreement to upgrade water/sewer SCADA system (unanimous)
- Accepted FY 2021/22 Audited Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from Dec 13 and Dec 26, 2022 meetings (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Cotati Planning Commission Cancelled Meeting
The Cotati Planning Commission meeting scheduled for January 2, 2023, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.