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P-49-002938 Resource Name - CBR 22 Building Historic HP02 2001 ([none], Tom Origer & S-025628 Associates)
P-49-002939 Resource Name - CBR 23;
Other - Medical Offices
Building Historic HP06 2001 ([none], Tom Origer & S-025628 Associates)
P-49-002940 Resource Name - CBR 24;
Other - Cloverdale Hospital
Building Historic HP06; HP41 2001 ([none], Tom Origer & S-025628 Associates)
P-49-002941 Resource Name - CBR 25;
Other - Mortuary;
Other - Cobb Furniture and
Undertaking
Building Historic HP02; HP06 2001 ([none], Tom Origer & S-025628 Associates)
P-49-002942 Resource Name - CBR 26 Building Historic HP02 2001 ([none], Tom Origer & S-025628 Associates)
P-49-002943 Resource Name - CBR 27 Building Historic HP02 2001 ([none], Tom Origer & S-025628 Associates)
P-49-002946 Resource Name - CBR 30;
Other - Fitness Center
Building Historic HP06 2001 ([none], Tom Origer & S-025628 Associates)
P-49-002947 Resource Name - CBR 31;
Other - Cloverdale Reveille
Building Historic HP06 2001 ([none], Tom Origer & S-025628 Associates)
P-49-002948 Other - CBR 32;
Resource Name - The Food Bank
Building Historic HP06 2018 (V. Beard, Tom Origer & S-025628 Associates)
P-49-002949 Resource Name - CBR 33;
Other - First National Bank;
Other - First National Bank of
Cloverdale;
Other - West America Bank
Building Historic HP06 2001 ([none], Tom Origer & S-025628 Associates)
P-49-002950 Resource Name - CBR 34 Building Historic HP06 2001 ([none], Tom Origer & S-025628 Associates)
P-49-002951 Other - CBR 35;
Resource Name - Cloverdale
Cyclery
Building Historic HP06 2018 (V.Beard, Tom Origer & S-025628 Associates)
P-49-002952 Resource Name - CBR 36;
Other - Carrie Building
Building Historic HP06 2018 (V. Beard, T. Douglass, Tom S-025628 Origer & Associates)
P-49-002953 Resource Name - CBR 37;
Other - Mitchell's Saloon;
Other - Mitchell Brothers Saloon
Building Historic HP06 2018 (V. Beard, T. Douglass, Tom S-025628 Origer & Associates)
P-49-002954 Resource Name - CBR 38;
Other - Druid Hall
Building Historic HP06; HP13 2018 (V. Beard, T. Douglass, Tom S-025628 Origer & Associates)
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P-49-002960 Other - CBR 45;
Resource Name - Oaks Motel;
Other - Cloverdale Auto Court
Building, Site Historic HP05 2018 (V. Beard, T. Douglass, Tom S-025628 Origer & Associates)
P-49-002961 Other - CBR 46;
Resource Name - Vadon House
Building Historic HP02; HP03 2018 (V. Beard, Tom Origer & S-025628 Associates)
P-49-002964 Other - CBR 40;
Resource Name - Pacific
Autoworks;
Other - Shell Service Station
Building Historic HP06 2018 (V. Beard, Tom Origer & S-025628 Associates)
P-49-003184 Resource Name - Porterfield Adit Site Historic AH09 2004 ([none], Tom Origer & S-029189 Associates)
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Report List
Report No. Other IDs Year Author(s) Title Affiliation Resources 24-1218 :: Soda Springs Ranch Open Space Project
S-000114 1975 An Archaeological Reconnaissance of the
Proposed Cherry Creek Subdivision Number
Two, Cloverdale, Sonoma County, California
California State College,
Sonoma
David A. Fredrickson
S-000922 1978 An Archaeological Survey of the Proposed
Rancho Musalacon Subdivision in Western
Cloverdale, Sonoma County, California.
The Anthropology
Laboratory, Sonoma State
College
Voided - S-000935 Janis Offermann 49-001028
S-000922a 1978 Exploratory Auger Borings at CA-SON-1100, the :Rancho Musalacon" Site
The Anthropology
Laboratory, Sonoma State
College
Janis Offermann
S-001115 1978 Cultural Resources Survey Report of a
Proposed Road Widening, 04-Son-101, Post
Miles 50.0-52.0 04209-399151
California Department of
Transportation, District 4
Caltrans - 04209- Carol Sutton
399151
S-002126 1980 A Cultural Resource Evaluation of the
proposed Rancho de Amigos/Stonehenge
Subdivisions Located near Cloverdale,
Sonoma County, California
The Cultural Resources
Facility, Sonoma State
University
Lowell F. Damon 49-001206, 49-001207, 49-001212,
49-001213
Submitter - Job
#1053
S-002379 1980 An Archaeological Investigation of a .92
hectare (2.3 acre) parcel, Jefferson & School
Streets, Cloverdale, Sonoma County,
California
Cultural Resources Facility,
Sonoma State University
Cris D. Porter
S-002397 1981 An Archaeological Study of the Sanders
Property (A.P.N. 116-130-24), Cloverdale,
Sonoma County, California
Cultural Resources Facility,
Sonoma State University
Christian Gerike
S-002490 1981 An Archaeological Reconnaissance of the
Sam Property, M.S. 5090 A,
Cloverdale,Sonoma County, California.
Sonoma County, California.
Anthropological Studies
Center, Sonoma State
University
Brian Wickstrom
S-010149 1988 An Archaeological Investigation of 9.49 Acres of Land Located at 791 Jefferson Street,
Cloverdale, Sonoma County, California
Cultural Resources Facility,
Sonoma State University
Submitter - File No.: David G. Bieling
5501/89-88
S-010244 1988 An Archaeological Survey of Proposed
Development by Professional Apartment
Management, Cloverdale, Sonoma County,
California (letter report)
Archaeological Services,
Inc.
Jay M. Flaherty
S-010265 1988 An Archaeological Study of the 15.5 Acre
Lands of Brelje, Cloverdale, California
Cultural Resources Facility,
Sonoma State University
Janet A. Keswick
S-012763 1990 Report on Historical Architectural Resources on the M. P. Rosen Project Site, Highway 101
and Hot Springs Road, Cloverdale, California
Anne Bloomfield 49-001212, 49-001213
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S-015703 1989 An Archaeological Study of the Sayre
Property on Cherry Creek Road, Cloverdale,
Sonoma County, California
Cultural Resources Facility,
Sonoma State University
Submitter - 5501/29- Vicki Beard
89 S-017237 1995 Limited Archaeological Monitoring of
Jefferson Street Reconstruction Project,
Cloverdale, Sonoma County, California (letter
report)
Bieling & Psota
Archeological Consultants
Sunshine Psota
S-017327 1995 A Cultural Resources Survey for the Citrus Gardens Project, 432 Cloverdale Boulevard,
Cloverdale, Sonoma County, California
Vicki R. Beard Tom Origer and Associates
S-017654 1994 An Evaluation of Cultural Resources within the Clover Springs Development, Cloverdale,
Sonoma County, California
Archaeological Resource
Service
William Roop 49-001206, 49-001207, 49-001212,
49-001213
Submitter - A.R.S.
Project 94-44
S-017659 1995 A Cultural Resources Evaluation of the
Proposed Vineyard Meadows West Project,
Located off of Merlot Drive, Cloverdale,
Sonoma County, California
Archaeological Resource
Service
Cassandra Chattan and
Cassandra Michaud
Submitter - A.R.S.
Project 95-16
S-019203 1997 A Cultural Resources Evaluation of the
Westside Project, Cloverdale, Sonoma
County, California
Achaeological Resource
Service
Submitter - A.R.S. Greg Morre
Project 97-11
S-020517 1998 Cultural Resources Assessment, Pacific Bell Mobile Services Facility SF-449-50,
Cloverdale, Sonoma County, California (letter
report)
Barry A. Price Applies EarthWorks, Inc.
S-021725 1999 An Archaeological Study for the Cloverdale Boulevard Reconstruction Project,
Cloverdale, Sonoma County, California
Anthropological Studies
Center, Sonoma State
University
Kelda Wilson and
Michael Newland
Submitter - Project
50001-37/99
S-021726 1999 An Archaeological Study for the Cloverdale Sidewalk Replacement Program, Cloverdale,
Sonoma County, California
Anthropological Studies
Center, Sonoma State
University
Submitter - Project Kelda Wilson
50001 - 37/99
S-023687 2000 A Cultural Resources Survey for the Ioli
Ranch Self-Help Project, Cloverdale, Sonoma
County, California
Submitter - File No. Vicki R.Beard Tom Origer & Associates 00-100S
S-024858 2002 A Cultural Resources Study of a 1.2 Acre
Parcel Located at 121 Healdsburg Avenue,
Cloverdale, Sonoma County, California
Anthropological Studies
Center, Sonoma State
University
Submitter - Project Don Bignell
QA166-87/01
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Report No. Other IDs Year Author(s) Title Affiliation Resources 24-1218 :: Soda Springs Ranch Open Space Project
S-025628 2002 Historic Property Survey Report for the
Cloverdale Boulevard Redesign Project,
Cloverdale, Sonoma County, California
Vicki R. Beard and Toni Tom Origer & Associates
Douglass
49-001540, 49-001544, 49-002918,
49-002919, 49-002920, 49-002921,
49-002922, 49-002923, 49-002924,
49-002925, 49-002926, 49-002927,
49-002928, 49-002929, 49-002930,
49-002931, 49-002932, 49-002933,
49-002934, 49-002935, 49-002936,
49-002937, 49-002938, 49-002939,
49-002940, 49-002941, 49-002942,
49-002943, 49-002946, 49-002947,
49-002948, 49-002949, 49-002950,
49-002951, 49-002952, 49-002953,
49-002954, 49-002955, 49-002956,
49-002957, 49-002958, 49-002959,
49-002960, 49-002961, 49-002962,
49-002963, 49-002964, 49-002965
Other - 04-SON-0-
CR;
Other - STPL
5039(002);
Voided - S-26002
S-025628a 2001 Negative Archaeological Survey Report for the Cloverdale Boulevard Redesign Project
Cloverdale, Sonoma County, California
Vicki R. Beard Tom Origer & Associates
S-025628b 2002 Historic Architectural Survey Report for the Cloverdale Boulevard Redesign Project
Cloverdale, Sonoma County, California
Vicki R. Beard and Toni Tom Origer & Associates
Douglass
S-025628c 2002 Finding of No Adverse Affect for the
Cloverdale Boulevard Redesign Project,
Cloverdale, Sonoma County, California
Vicki R. Beard Tom Origer & Associates
S-026677 2003 Cloverdale Fire Station (letter report) Archaeological Resources Technology
Carolyn Losee
S-027800 2003 A Cultural Resources Evaluation of the Lands of Zanzi, 509 West Second Street,
Cloverdale, Sonoma County, CA.
Archaeological Resource
Service
Submitter - A.R.S. Sally Evans
Project 03-082
S-029189 2004 A Cultural Resources Study for the Clover Springs Phase 3B Development EIR,
Cloverdale, Sonoma County, California
James P. Quinn and Tom Origer & Associates
Vicki R. Beard
Submitter - File No. 49-001206, 49-003184
04-12S
S-031636 2006 A Cultural Resources and Historic Structures Evaluation of the Ferro Motel Property, 520 &
530 South Cloverdale Blvd., Cloverdale,
Sonoma County
Archaeological Resource
Service
Submitter - A.R.S. Cassandra Chattan
Project 06-025
S-032194 2006 A Cultural Resources Survey of Two Parcels Located at 301 Cherry Creek Road,
Cloverdale, Sonoma County, California
Eileen G. Steen and Tom Origer & Associates
Thomas M. Origer
490
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Report No. Other IDs Year Author(s) Title Affiliation Resources 24-1218 :: Soda Springs Ranch Open Space Project
S-034812 2009 Cultural Resources Analysis, Citrus
Fair/CN0368, 1 Citrus Fair Drive, Sonoma
County, Cloverdale, California 94525, EBI
Project No. 61095499
Submitter - EBI Aniela Travers EBI Consulting
Project No.
61095499;
Submitter -
FCC100216E
S-034890 2007 An Archaeological Survey of the Property at 215/217 North Cloverdale Boulevard,
Cloverdale, Sonoma County, California
Sandra A. Ledebuhr and Tom Origer and Associates
Thomas M.Origer
S-034986 2008 A Cultural Resources Evaluation of the Plaza Thyme Square, Cloverdale, Sonoma County,
CA
Archaeological Resource
Service
Submitter - A.R.S. Cassandra Chattan
Project 08-035
S-042055 2013 Phase 1 Cultural Resource Survey for
Cloverdale Family Apartments, City of
Cloverdale, California
Hudlow Cultural Resource
Associates
Scott M. Hudlow
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Photograph 1: View of eastern proposed trail alignment segment 1; facing southeast.
Photograph 2: View of eastern proposed trail alignment segment 2; facing west. 492
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Photograph 3: View of eastern proposed trail alignment segment 3; facing southeast.
Photograph 4: View of eastern proposed trail alignment segment 4; facing west. 493
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Photograph 5: View of eastern proposed trail alignment segment 5; facing east.
Photograph 6: Detail view of representative soil visibility and composition along the eastern trail alignment. 494
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Photograph 7: View of southern central proposed trail alignment segment 1; facing southwest.
Photograph 8: View of southern central proposed trail alignment segment 2; facing southwest.
PREFS
MAP
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Photograph 9: Detail view of representative soil visibility and composition along the southern trail alignment.
Photograph 10: View of the western proposed trail alignment segment 1; facing southeast. 496
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Photograph 11: View of the western proposed trail alignment segment 2; facing west.
Photograph 12: View of the western proposed trail alignment segment 3; facing north. 497
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Photograph 13: View of the western proposed trail alignment segment 4; facing east.
Photograph 14: View of the western proposed trail alignment segment 5; facing southeast. 498
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Photograph 15: View of the western proposed trail alignment segment 6; facing west.
Photograph 16: Detail view of representative soil visibility and composition along the western trail alignment. 499
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Photograph 17: View of the central northern proposed trail alignment segment 1; facing west.
Photograph 18: View of the central northern proposed trail alignment segment 2; facing east. 500
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Photograph 19: View of the central northern proposed trail alignment segment 3; facing northwest.
Photograph 20: Detail view of representative soil visibility and composition along the northern trail alignment 501
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Photograph 21: View of proposed picnic table location 1; facing north.
Photograph 22: View of proposed picnic table location 2; facing north. 502
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Photograph 23: View of proposed picnic table location 3; facing south.
Photograph 24: View of proposed picnic table location 4; facing south. 503
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Photograph 25: View of proposed picnic table location 5; facing west.
Photograph 26: View of proposed picnic table location 6; facing north. 504
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Photograph 27: View of proposed picnic table location 7; facing east.
Photograph 28: View of proposed picnic table location 8; facing south. 505
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Photograph 29: View of proposed picnic table location 9; facing south.
Photograph 30: View of proposed picnic table location 10; facing northeast. 506
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Photograph 31: View of proposed picnic table location 11; facing east. 507
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Geology and Soils Supporting Information
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Re: Records Search Requests
From Patricia A Holroyd <[email protected]>
Date Tue 3/25/2025 12:47 PM
To Matthew Dionisio <[email protected]>
Cc Cultural Resources <[email protected]>; Joe Stewart <[email protected]>; Henrique Zhu <[email protected]>
Dear Matthew,
I have conducted a review of the University of California Museum of Paleontology records for paleontological resources in or near your project area. We have a record of one previous find adjacent to your project area. This is a Pacific mammoth tooth (UCMP specimen 41642) found on Five Oaks Ranch (UCMP locality V5213). The coordinates for the find are 38.792968, -123.0497314. The coordinates should be regarded as approximate, as the position of the site was originally recorded on a 1:62500 scale map and the latitude and longitude calculated from that at a later date.
Images of UCMP 41642 are available online in CalPhotos image database at this link:
https://calphotos.berkeley.edu/cgi/img_query?where-genre=Misc.&rel-genre=ne&wherespecimen_no=V41642 This specimen was also published in a 2019 paper by Dooley and colleagues, available here:
https://peerj.com/articles/6614/
Billing will arrive separately from our campus business office.
Thank you, Pat Holroyd
---------------
Patricia A. Holroyd, Ph.D.
Senior Museum Scientist
Museum of Paleontology
University of California
Berkeley, CA 94720
On Thu, Mar 13, 2025 at 3:58 PM Matthew Dionisio <[email protected]> wrote:
Hello,
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Mobile Construction Activity Noise Calculation
Receptor: Noise Level Calculation Prior to Implementation of Noise Attenuation Requirements No. Equipment Description Lmax Lmax Leq
1 Grader 85 1 40 90 1 0 79.9 73.4 21689147.19
2 Excavator 80 1 40 120 1 0 72.4 64.6 2893518.5193 Dozer 80 1 40 120 1 0 72.4 64.6 2893518.519456789 10 Notes: Lmax[4] 80 Leq 74
[1] Percentage of time activity occurs each hour
[2] Soft ground terrain between project site and receptor.[3] Shielding due to terrain or structures [4] Calculated Lmax is the Loudest value. 8-Hour Average Calculation
Time Hourly Leq Leq' 0.1*Leq antiLog
Night 12:00 AM 0.0 10.0 1 10
1:00 AM 0.0 10.0 1 102:00 AM 0.0 10.0 1 103:00 AM 0.0 10.0 1 104:00 AM 0.0 10.0 1 105:00 AM 0.0 10.0 1 106:00 AM 0.0 10.0 1 10 Day 7:00 AM 0.0 0.0 0 1
Equipment operating at Closest Point to Nearest Recptor as Shown Above 8:00 AM 74.0 74.0 7.4 25118864.32 Assuming closest equipment operating 115 feet from nearest receptor 9:00 AM 71.0 71.0 7.1 12589254.12Assuming closest equipment operating 165 feet from nearest receptor 10:00 AM 67.0 67.0 6.7 5011872.336Assuming closest equipment operating 215 feet from nearest receptor 11:00 AM 63.0 63.0 6.3 1995262.315 Lunch break 12:00 PM 0.0 0.0 0 1
Assuming closest equipment operating 265 feet from nearest receptor 1:00 PM 61.0 61.0 6.1 1258925.412 Assuming closest equipment operating 315 feet from nearest receptor 2:00 PM 59.0 59.0 5.9 794328.2347Assuming closest equipment operating 365 feet from nearest receptor 3:00 PM 57.0 57.0 5.7 501187.2336Assuming closest equipment operating 415 feet from nearest receptor 4:00 PM 55.0 55.0 5.5 316227.766 5:00 PM 0.0 0.0 0 16:00 PM 0.0 0.0 0 1
Evening 7:00 PM 0.0 5.0 0.5 3.16227766
8:00 PM 0.0 5.0 0.5 3.162277669:00 PM 0.0 5.0 0.5 3.16227766 Night 10:00 PM 0.0 10.0 1 10
11:00 PM 0.0 10.0 1 10
Sum 47586025.22
Sum/8 5948253.152Log10(Sum/8) 6.77438944310*Log10(Sum/8) 67.743894438-Hour Average 68 Receiving residential property line
Shielding
(dBA)[3]
Calculated (dBA)
Energy
Reference
(dBA) 50 ft
Quantity
Usage
factor[1] Distance to Receptor
Ground
Effect[2]
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Receptor:
No. Equipment Description Lmax Lmax Leq
1 parking lot activity 70 5 2 110 1 3 60.2 46.7 47068.67333 2 parking lot activity 70 6 2 150 1 6 54.5 40.5 11163.93973456789 10 Notes: Lmax[4] 60 Leq 48
[1] Percentage of time activity occurs each hour
[2] Soft ground terrain between project site and receptor.[3] Shielding due to terrain or structures[4] Calculated Lmax is the Loudest value.
CNEL Calculations
Time Hourly Leq Leq' 0.1*Leq antiLog
Night 12:00 AM 0.0 10.0 1 10
1:00 AM 0.0 10.0 1 102:00 AM 0.0 10.0 1 103:00 AM 0.0 10.0 1 104:00 AM 0.0 10.0 1 105:00 AM 0.0 10.0 1 106:00 AM 0.0 10.0 1 10 Day 7:00 AM 47.7 47.7 4.765166278 58232.61303
8:00 AM 47.7 47.7 4.765166278 58232.613039:00 AM 47.7 47.7 4.765166278 58232.61303 10:00 AM 47.7 47.7 4.765166278 58232.6130311:00 AM 47.7 47.7 4.765166278 58232.61303 12:00 PM 47.7 47.7 4.765166278 58232.61303
1:00 PM 47.7 47.7 4.765166278 58232.613032:00 PM 47.7 47.7 4.765166278 58232.613033:00 PM 47.7 47.7 4.765166278 58232.613034:00 PM 47.7 47.7 4.765166278 58232.613035:00 PM 47.7 47.7 4.765166278 58232.613036:00 PM 47.7 47.7 4.765166278 58232.61303 Evening 7:00 PM 47.7 52.7 5.265166278 184147.6913
8:00 PM 47.7 52.7 5.265166278 184147.69139:00 PM 47.7 52.7 5.265166278 184147.6913 Night 10:00 PM 0.0 10.0 1 10
11:00 PM 0.0 10.0 1 10
Sum 1251324.43Sum/24 52138.51792Log10(Sum/24) 4.71715868210*Log10(Sum/24) 47.1715868224 Hour CNEL 47 Calculated (dBA)
Energy
Receiving residential property line
Reference
(dBA) 50 ft
Quantity Usage factor[1]
Distance to
Receptor
Ground
Effect[2]
Shielding
(dBA)[3]
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Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program
City of Cloverdale, Sonoma County, California
PREPARED FOR:
City of Cloverdale
124 North Cloverdale Boulevard
Cloverdale, CA 95425
707.894.2521
Contact: Kevin Thompson, City Manager, Community Development Director PREPARED BY:
FirstCarbon Solutions
2999 Oak Road, Suite 250
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
925.357.2562
Contact: Mary Bean, Project Director
Maddie Dolan, Project Manager
September 12, 2025
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PREFACE
Section 21081.6 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and CEQA Guidelines Section 15097 require a Lead Agency to adopt a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP) whenever it adopts a Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) in conjunction with a project approval.
The purpose of the MMRP is to ensure compliance with the mitigation measures occurs during project implementation.
The IS/MND prepared for the proposed Soda Springs Ranch Open Space Preserve (proposed project) concluded that project implementation could result in potentially significant effects on the environment and mitigation measures were incorporated into the proposed project or are required as a condition of project approval that reduce these potential impacts to a less than significant level. This MMRP documents how and when the mitigation measures adopted by the Lead Agency will be implemented and confirms that potential environmental impacts are reduced to less than significant levels as identified in the IS/MND.
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2.3 Air Quality
MM AIR-1: Best Management Practices for Fugitive Dust
The following measures shall be implemented during all phases of construction to control dust and exhaust at the project site.
Measures that are not applicable to the proposed project or are infeasible shall not be implemented.
• Water all exposed surfaces (e.g., parking areas, staging areas, soil piles, graded areas, and unpaved access roads) when dusty conditions are generated by construction
activities.
• Cover trucks hauling soil, sand, and other loose materials offsite. • Remove all visible soil on Second Street/Foothill Boulevard as needed using street sweeping brooms at least once per day. The use of dry power sweeping is prohibited.
• Limit all vehicle speeds on unpaved roads to 15 miles per hour (mph).
• Pave new or improved roadways, driveways, and sidewalks as soon as possible (not applicable to proposed project). • Lay building pads as soon as possible after grading unless seeding or soil binders are used (not applicable to proposed project).
• Suspend all excavation, grading and/or demolition activities when average wind speeds exceed 20 mph.
• Wash off all trucks and equipment, including their tires, prior to leaving the site (not feasible to implement).
Incorporation into
construction management
plan
Prior to issuance of
any grading permits
City of Cloverdale
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• Treat unpaved roads providing access to sites located 100 feet or further from a paved road with a 6- to 12-inch layer of compacted wood chips, mulch, or gravel (not applicable to proposed project).
• Minimize idling times either by shutting off equipment when not in use or reducing the maximum idling time to no more than 2 minutes (A 5-minute limit is required by State Airborne Toxics Control Measures [Title 13, Sections 2449(d)(3) and 2485 of the California Code of Regulations]). Provide clear signage for construction workers at all access points.
• Maintain and properly tune construction equipment in
accordance with manufacturers’ specifications. A certified mechanic shall check all equipment and record a
determination of “running in proper condition” prior to operation.
• Post a publicly visible sign with the name and phone number of an on-site construction coordinator to contact regarding dust complaints. The on-site construction coordinator shall respond and take corrective action within 48 hours. The sign shall also provide the City’s Code Enforcement Complaints email and number and the Bay Area Air Quality Management District’s (Bay Area Air District’s) General Air Pollution Complaints number to ensure compliance with applicable
regulations.
2.4 Biological Resources
MM BIO-1a: Protocol-level Rare Plant Surveys
A qualified Plant Biologist shall conduct three surveys within the Rare Plant Survey Area (See Exhibit 5) for special-status plant species according to the California Department of Fish and Submittal of results of preconstruction survey results and Rare Plant Survey
Report to CNDDB
During the local
blooming period
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Wildlife (CDFW) Protocols for Surveying and Evaluating Impacts to Special Status Native Plant Populations and Sensitive Natural Communities (2018, rev. 2021). These surveys shall be timed to capture the local blooming period of special-status plant species with a moderate to high potential to occur on-site, including Howell’s manzanita, serpentine reed grass, Rincon Ridge ceanothus, congested-headed hayfield tarplant, bristly
leptosiphon, Cobb Mountain lupine, and bearded jewel flower.
If any special-status plant species are found within the project site impact area, the occurrences shall be mapped, recorded, and submitted to CNDDB. The Rare Plant Survey Report shall detail any special-status plant species or sensitive natural communities found on-site, as well as propose potential avoidance or mitigation measures based upon specific
occurrences.
MM BIO-1b: Foothill Yellow-legged Frog Pre-construction Survey and Avoidance
To the extent practicable, the applicant shall avoid construction during the wet season when foothill yellow-legged frog (FYLF) are most active. Except for limited vegetation clearing (necessary to minimize effects to nesting birds) work shall be limited to the dry season (from June 1 to October 31).
No more than 15 days prior to the first ground-disturbing activities, the applicant shall retain a qualified Wildlife Biologist to conduct a focused survey for FYLF of the ground disturbance area and immediate vicinity to determine presence or absence of this species. If the species is observed within the Study Area during the focused survey, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) shall be contacted and all construction Pre-construction survey
results report.
Approval letter from the
CDFW
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activities
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activities within the disturbance area shall be delayed until an appropriate course of action is established and approved by CDFW.
Before any activities begin on the project, the applicant shall retain an approved Biologist to conduct Worker Environmental Awareness Program (WEAP) training for all construction
personnel. At a minimum, the training shall include a description of the FYLF and its habitat, the specific measures that are being implemented to conserve the FYLF for the current project, and the boundaries within which the project may be accomplished.
Brochures, books, and briefings may be used in the WEAP, provided that a qualified person is on hand to answer any questions.
The applicant shall limit the number of access routes, size of staging areas, and the total area of the construction activity to the minimum necessary to achieve the project goal.
Environmentally Sensitive Areas shall be established to confine access routes and construction areas to the minimum area necessary to complete construction, and minimize the impact to FYLF habitat; this goal includes locating access routes and construction areas outside of riparian areas to the maximum extent practicable.
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construction activities
MM BIO-1c: Protocol-level Crotch’s Bumble Bee Surveys
A qualified Biologist shall conduct focused Crotch’s bumble bee surveys, in accordance with survey guidelines described in the 2023 California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) Survey Considerations for California Endangered Species Act (CESA) Candidate Bumble Bee Species, within 1 year of initiation of ground disturbing activities (i.e., grubbing, grading, disking, Submittal of survey report
to City
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initiation of ground
disturbing activities
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etc.). If the focused surveys are positive for Crotch’s bumblebee, the project applicant shall obtain take authorization under CESA in the form of an Incidental Take Permit (ITP) issued by CDFW prior to conducting any ground-disturbing activities. Mitigation measures outlined in the ITP shall be used to offset impacts to this species.
Areas scheduled for grading and/or vegetation shall be
revegetated utilizing an assemblage of native upland vegetation suitable for the area. Invasive, exotic plants shall be controlled to the maximum extent practicable during construction. This measure shall be implemented in all areas disturbed by
activities associated with the project unless the CDFW, the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), and the project applicant determine that it is not feasible or practical.
Authorization letter from
CDFW
MM BIO-1d: Northwestern Pond Turtle Pre-construction
Survey and Avoidance
A qualified Biologist with relevant survey experience shall conduct a survey within the project site impact area for northwestern pond turtle no more than 5 days prior to
beginning ground disturbance and/or construction. If any life stage of the northwestern pond turtle is detected, construction activities shall not be allowed to commence until consultation with California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) and the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) has occurred.
Before any activities begin on the project, a qualified Biologist shall conduct Worker Environmental Awareness Program
(WEAP) training for all construction personnel. At a minimum, the training shall include a description of the northwestern pond turtle and its habitat, the specific measures that are being Submittal of survey report
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prior to beginning
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construction activities
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implemented to conserve the northwestern pond turtle for the current project, and the boundaries within which the project may be accomplished. Barrier fencing shall be installed around the worksite to prevent northwestern pond turtle from entering the work area. A qualified Biologist shall be present during the installation of exclusion fencing. Barrier fencing shall be removed within 72 hours of completion of work.
Areas scheduled for grading and/or vegetation shall be
revegetated utilizing an assemblage of native upland vegetation suitable for the area. Invasive, exotic plants shall be controlled to the maximum extent practicable during construction. This measure shall be implemented in all areas disturbed by
activities associated with the project unless the CDFW, the USFWS, and the project applicant determine that it is not feasible or practical.
MM BIO-1e: Protection of Active Bird Nests (includes preconstruction survey and implementation of avoidance buffer, if found)
If the proposed project initiates construction/maintenance activities during the avian nesting season, the project applicant shall retain a qualified Biologist to perform preconstruction surveys for nesting birds, including purple martin. The survey shall be conducted 5 days prior to the initiation of project activities to determine whether active nests are present. If an active nest is located, the qualified Biologist shall determine an appropriately sized avoidance buffer based on the species and anticipated disturbance level. A qualified Biologist shall delineate the avoidance buffer using Environmentally Sensitive Area (ESA) fencing, pin flags, and or yellow caution tape. No Submittal of survey report
to City
5 days prior to the
initiation of project
activities (if
construction begins
during avian nesting
season)
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construction/maintenance activities or other foot traffic is allowed to occur within the avoidance buffer(s). The ESA buffer zone shall be maintained around the active nest site(s) until the qualified Biologist determines that the young have fledged and are foraging independently. The qualified Biologist shall monitor the active nest during maintenance and/or construction activities and stop or divert project activities in the vicinity, as needed, to prevent any potential impacts that may result from the
construction of the proposed project until the young have fledged.
MM BIO-2a: Avoidance and Minimization of Impacts to
Aquatic Features and Riparian Habitat
No substances toxic to fish and wildlife shall be discharged or allowed to leach into the existing aquatic features on-site.
Reasonable precautions to protect aquatic habitats of the potentially jurisdictional features from pollution with harmful materials (e.g., fuels, oils, lubricants, and solvents) shall be implemented. Specifically, all potentially hazardous materials shall be controlled, cleaned up, and properly disposed of in accordance with the proposed project’s water quality control permits and plans. Materials deleterious or toxic to fish and wildlife, including, but not limited to, asphalt, tires, concrete, construction materials, treated wood, and creosote containing materials, shall not be stockpiled within 100 feet of the existing drainage features. Refueling and maintenance areas for
equipment shall be limited to areas 100 feet from the existing drainage features on-site.
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all phases of construction where sediment runoff from the proposed project may enter the aquatic features. Best
Management Plans (BMPs) to avoid erosion and uncontrolled stormwater runoff shall be implemented. BMPs typically include silt fencing, coir rolls, and/or straw bale dikes.
MM BIO-2b: Obtain Approval of and File CDFW Notification of Streambed Alteration Agreement Prior to Work
The project applicant, after coordination with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW), shall obtain and file a notification of a Streambed Alteration Agreement, if and to the extent required by applicable laws and regulations, prior to conducting construction and/or maintenance activities within any aquatic resources or associated riparian habitat that may qualify as streams or sensitive natural communities under CDFW
jurisdiction (i.e., those having bed and bank and at least periodical flow). If required, the project applicant shall implement all mitigation measures imposed by the CDFW related to the subject Streambed Alteration Agreement, which may include but not be limited to the implementation of erosion and bank stabilization measures, seasonal work restrictions, and/or restoration and revegetation of the riparian corridor, as determined by the CDFW.
Receipt of Streambed
Alternation Agreement
From CDFW
Prior to conducting
any construction
and/or maintenance
activities within any
aquatic resources or
associated riparian
habitat
City of Cloverdale
CDFW
MM BIO-2c: Obtain Appropriate Permits Prior to
Construction (CWA Sections 404/401 or Waste Discharge
Requirement)
Prior to the fill of any potentially jurisdictional waters as part of the proposed project, the project applicant shall consult with the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) to determine Proof of consultation with
the USACE
Prior to the to the fill
of any potentially
jurisdictional waters
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USACE
RWQCB
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the extent, if at all, that waters of the United States may be impacted by the proposed project.
The applicant shall obtain a Section 404 Clean Water Act (CWA) permit for impacts to waters of the United States and Section 401 Water Quality Certification from the Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB). These permits and
certifications shall be obtained prior to issuance of grading permits for the implementation of the proposed project. If the existing drainage features on-site are found to be exempt from being regulated by the USACE as a water of the United States, the applicant shall consult with the RWQCB and obtain a Waste Discharge Requirement (WDR) if deemed necessary. The
applicant shall design the proposed project to result in no net loss of functions and values of waters of the United States by incorporating impact avoidance, impact minimization, and/or compensatory mitigation for the impact, as determined in the CWA 404/401 or WDR.
Compensatory mitigation may consist of (1) obtaining credits from a mitigation bank; (2) making a payment to an in lieu fee program that shall conduct wetland, stream, or other aquatic resource restoration, creation, enhancement, or preservation activities; and/or (3) providing compensatory mitigation through an aquatic resource restoration, establishment, enhancement, and/or preservation activity. This final type of compensatory mitigation may be provided at or adjacent to the impact site (i.e., on-site mitigation) or at another location, usually within the same watershed as the permitted impact (i.e., off-site mitigation). The project/permit applicant retains responsibility for the implementation and success of the mitigation project.
Receipt of Section 404
Clean Water permit for
impacts to waster of the
United States and Section
401 Water Quality
Certification form the
RWQCB
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of grading permits
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2.5 Cultural Resources and Tribal Cultural Resources
MM CUL-1: Prior to the initiation of construction activities, all construction personnel conducting ground disturbance at the site shall be provided a Worker Environmental Awareness Program (WEAP) cultural resources “tailgate” training. The training shall include visual aids, a discussion of applicable laws and statutes relating to archaeological resources, types of resources that may be found within the project site, and procedures to be followed in the event such resources are encountered. The training shall be conducted by an
Archaeologist who meets the Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualification Standards for archaeology.
Furthermore, inadvertent discovery protocols and procedures shall be implemented. Should exposed soils indicate cultural materials may be present, this may be followed by full-time or weekly “spot-checks” archaeological monitoring, as determined by the Lead Archaeologist; however, full-time monitoring is not recommended at this time.
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Qualified
Archaeologist
MM CUL-2: In the event that buried archaeological resources are discovered during construction, operations shall stop within a 100-foot radius of the find and an Archaeologist who meets the Secretary of Interior’s Professional Qualification Standards for archaeology shall be consulted to determine whether the resource requires further study. The qualified Archaeologist shall make recommendations to the lead agency on the
measures that shall be implemented to protect the discovered resources, including but not limited to excavation of the finds and evaluation of the finds in accordance with Section 15064.5 of the CEQA Guidelines. Potentially significant cultural Recordation on
appropriate California
Department of Parks and
Recreation (DPR) forms
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resources are
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construction
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resources consist of, but are not limited to, stone, bone, fossils, wood, or shell artifacts or features, including hearths, structural remains, or historic dumpsites. Any previously undiscovered resources found during construction within the project area shall be recorded on appropriate California Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) forms and evaluated for significance in terms of CEQA criteria. If the resources are determined to be unique historic resources as defined under Section 15064.5 of the CEQA Guidelines, mitigation measures shall be identified by the monitor and recommended to the lead agency. Appropriate mitigation measures for significant resources could include avoidance or capping, incorporation of the site in green space, parks, or open space, or data recovery excavations of the finds.
The lead agency, along with other relevant or Tribal officials, shall be contacted upon the discovery of cultural resources to begin coordination on the disposition of the find(s). Treatment of any significant cultural resources shall be undertaken with the approval of the lead agency. No further grading shall occur in the area of the discovery until the lead agency approves the measures to protect these resources. Upon coordination with the lead agency, any archaeological artifacts recovered shall be donated to an appropriate Tribal custodian or a qualified scientific institution where they would be afforded applicable cultural resources laws and guidelines.
MM CUL-3: In the event of the accidental discovery or
recognition of any human remains, CEQA Guidelines Section 15064.5, Health and Safety Code Section 7050.5, and Public Resources Code Sections 5097.94 and Section 5097.98 shall be followed. If during the course of project construction, there is Review of any
documentation provided
by the County Coroner
and/or Most Likely
Descendent
In the event of the
accidental discovery
or recognition of any
human remains
during project
construction
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accidental discovery or recognition of any human remains, the following steps shall be taken:
1. There shall be no further excavation or disturbance of the site where human remains are discovered and/or any nearby area reasonably suspected to overlie adjacent human remains until the County Coroner is contacted to determine whether the remains are Native American and if an investigation of the cause of death is required. If the Coroner determines the remains to be Native American, the Coroner shall contact the Native American Heritage Commission (NAHC) within 24
hours, and the NAHC shall identify the person or persons it believes to be the Most Likely Descendant (MLD) of the
deceased Native American. The MLD may make
recommendations to the landowner or the person responsible for the excavation work within 48 hours, for means of treating or disposing of, with appropriate dignity, the human remains, and any associated grave goods as provided in Public
Resources Code Section 5097.98.
2. Where the following conditions occur, the landowner or his or her authorized representative shall rebury the Native
American human remains and associated grave goods with
appropriate dignity either in accordance with the
recommendations of the MLD or on the project site in a
location not subject to further subsurface disturbance:
• The NAHC is unable to identify an MLD or the MLD failed to make a recommendation within 48 hours after being
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• The landowner or his authorized representative rejects the recommendation of the descendant, and mediation by the
NAHC fails to provide measures acceptable to the
landowner.
2.7 Geology and Soils
MM GEO-1a: On the first day of ground disturbance and prior to the start of any ground-disturbing activities, a qualified professional Paleontologist that meets SVP Standard
Procedures shall be retained to prepare and conduct a projectwide Worker Environmental Awareness Program (WEAP) training. The WEAP training shall contain unanticipated discovery measures to be followed if paleontological resources are encountered while the qualified professional Paleontologist or certified Paleontological Resource Monitor is not present during ground-disturbing activities. The WEAP shall be
conducted by a qualified environmental trainer under the supervision of a qualified professional Paleontologist. The training session shall focus on the recognition and
understanding of significant paleontological resources pertinent to the regions geography and geology that may be encountered, a review of applicable federal, State, and local regulations that outline the importance and require the protection and
preservation of significant paleontological resources, and procedures to be followed if any significant paleontological resources are encountered. In the event construction crews are phased in, additional training shall be conducted for new construction personnel.
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MM GEO-1b: All project-related ground disturbances that may impact high potential rock units at the surface or subsurface shall undergo full-time monitoring by the qualified professional Paleontologist or certified Paleontological Resources Monitor.
The qualified professional Paleontologist shall have the authority to temporarily halt ground-disturbing activities in the event significant paleontological resources are discovered to examine the importance of the specimens and provide recommendations for appropriate removal, treatment, or any future monitoring or mitigation measures that need to be implemented. Construction workers should not attempt to remove paleontological
resources. If no significant specimens are encountered during ground-disturbing activities, full-time monitoring can be reduced to spot-checking or suspended entirely, at the discretion of the qualified professional Paleontologist. The qualified professional Paleontologist may screen a test sample of 0.4 cubic
yards/meters (600 lbs) from bulk matrix sampling followed by screen washing through appropriately sized mesh screens for rock units that may contain microfossils. If returns from the sample are significant, the qualified professional Paleontologist may extract a standard sample of 4.0 cubic yards/meters (6,000 lbs) or at a larger size deemed necessary. Samples may be excavated and processed off-site to avoid construction delays.
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Qualified
Paleontologist
MM GEO-1c: For paleontological resources that are uncovered during excavation activities, the qualified professional Paleontologist shall be required to document the discovery and assess the significance of the find using criteria from CEQA Guidelines Section 15064.5. The qualified professional
Paleontologist shall identify, catalog uncovered specimens to the lowest taxonomic level possible, and shall prepare a list of Documentation of
discovery
In the event that
paleontological
resources are
uncovered during
excavation activities.
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specimens that shall be added to a collection before being transported and curated at a recognized repository facility (such as the UCMP) for future research. The qualified professional Paleontologist shall notify the appropriate agencies to determine procedures to be followed before ground-disturbing activities are allowed to resume. If the applicant determines avoidance is not feasible, the qualified professional Paleontologist shall prepare an excavation plan for mitigating the effect of construction activities on the discovery to the extent feasible.
2.9 Hazards and Hazardous Materials
MM HAZ-1: Prior to the issuance of any demolition or grading permits (whichever occurs first), a Health and Safety Plan (HASP) shall be prepared to establish health and safety protocols for construction workers at the site. All measures identified in the HASP shall be implemented during all phases of construction, as applicable. The HASP shall be prepared by an environmental professional and submitted to the Sonoma
County Department of Environmental Health (SCDEH).
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the HASP by the SCDEH
Prior to the issuance
of any demolition or
grading permits
(whichever occurs
first)
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Initial Study/Mitigated Negative
Declaration
City Council Hearing
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
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Summary of the Proposed Project
• Closure of eight existing roads/ hiking trails (totaling 0.9- miles) and demolition of several on-site structures
• Development of three new multi-use trails and11 new picnic sites totaling 199.05-acres
• 2,000 square-foot parking lot
• New fencing, signage, and habitat buffer areas
• Vegetation removal and maintenance of existing shaded fuel break
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Potentially Significant Impacts
• Air Quality
• Fugitive dust
• Biological Resources
• Special-status plant and wildlife species
• Riparian habitat
• State or federally protected waters
• Wildlife corridors)
• Cultural Resources
• Archaeological Resources
• Human remains
• Tribal cultural resources
• Geology and Soils
• Paleontological resources
• Hazards and Hazardous Materials
• Potential release of hazardous materials
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Mitigation Measures
• MM AIR-1: Best Management Practices for Fugitive Dust • MM BIO-1a through 1e: Surveys, avoidance, and protection for special- status species • MM BIO-2a: Avoidance and Minimization of Impacts to Aquatic Features and Riparian Habitat • MM BIO-2b: Obtain Approval of and File CDFW Notification of Streambed Alternation Agreement Prior to Work • MM BIO-2c: Obtain Appropriate Permits Prior to Construction • MM CUL-1: Worker Environmental Awareness Program (WEAP) Training for archaeological resources • MM CUL-2: Inadvertent discovery procedures for archaeological resources • MM CUL-3: Inadvertent discovery procedures for human remains • MM GEO-1a: WEAP training for paleontological resources • MM GEO-1b: Paleontological Monitoring
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Next Steps
• City Council will consider the following actions:
• Approval of the IS/MND
• Approval of the proposed project
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City Council/Successor
Agency
Agenda Item Summary
Agenda Item:
Meeting Date:
H.1
September 24, 2025
Agenda Section:
Consent
Staff Contact:
Mike Maloney, City Clerk
Agenda Item Title:
Consider Adopting the Cloverdale Citizen Recognition Program (CCRP) Recommended Council Action(s):
Adopt by motion the Cloverdale Citizen Recognition Program (CCRP) as outlined in Attachment 1. ________________________________________________________________________________________ Background:
At its July 23, 2025 meeting, the City Council reviewed a proposed framework for the Cloverdale Citizen Recognition Program (CCRP) and provided direction to staff. The CCRP was designed to create a standing structure through which each Councilmember may annually recognize a resident, organization, or group whose contributions enhance civic spirit, improve quality of life, and reflect Cloverdale’s community values.
Council expressed support for establishing a program that is transparent, equitable, and flexible while preserving individual Councilmember discretion in identifying honorees.
Based on Council direction, staff has prepared the finalized program document (Attachment 1) for formal adoption. The CCRP is being established as an administrative practice, not a Council policy, because it is a ceremonial recognition program with minimal fiscal or legal impact. This approach allows for simpler modification in the future should Council direction change. The program is also being implemented as a pilot and may be adjusted as needed.
________________________________________________________________________________________ Options:
1. Adopt by motion the Cloverdale Citizen Recognition Program
2. Provide direction to staff on modifications to the CCRP prior to adoption ________________________________________________________________________________________ Subcommittee Recommendation:
N/A
________________________________________________________________________________________ Budget/Financial Impact:
Minimal. Staff time and the cost of certificates are funded through the City Clerk’s operating budget.
Councilmember-funded recognitions (up to $50) will be charged to the Council’s operating supplies budget. ________________________________________________________________________________________ Attachments:
1. Cloverdale Citizen Recognition Program (CCRP)
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Cloverdale Citizen Recognition Program (CCRP)
Purpose
The CCRP provides each City Councilmember with the opportunity to publicly recognize residents, organizations, or groups whose contributions enhance civic spirit, improve quality of life, and positively reflect Cloverdale’s values.
Objectives
• Recognize outstanding acts of community service, volunteerism, leadership, and innovation • Foster civic pride and encourage greater community engagement • Provide a transparent and equitable platform for Councilmember selections Program Structure
• Rotation: Each Councilmember is assigned a two-month block (Jan–Feb, Mar–Apr, May–Jun, Jul–Aug, Sep– Oct). November and December are excluded due to frequent holiday meeting cancellations. Assignments rotate annually and are decided by the City Council. Councilmembers are responsible for remembering their assigned months and ensuring honoree participation within their block • Frequency: Each Councilmember may recognize one honoree per calendar year, and no more than one honoree will be presented at any single Council meeting. • Flexibility: Participation is optional. Councilmembers may switch two-month blocks by mutual agreement. • Forfeiture: If a Councilmember does not select and recognize an honoree during their assigned block, the opportunity lapses for that year unless they trade months with another Councilmember. In that case, the trading Councilmember forfeits their own recognition opportunity. • Coordination: The Councilmember will work with the City Manager and City Clerk to select a meeting date.
The Councilmember is solely responsible for contacting the honoree and coordinating their attendance. If the honoree is unavailable, recognition may be scheduled at a later meeting within the same two-month block, or as soon thereafter.
Eligibility Criteria
• Honorees must live in or serve the Cloverdale community • Individuals, families, groups, or organizations may be selected • Honorees must be willing to accept the recognition and attend • Selections should reflect: Community impact, Sustainability of contributions, Reach of the contribution, Alignment with Cloverdale’s values
• Recognitions are ceremonial and not an endorsement of political, religious, or other activity Recognition
• A City-issued Certificate of Appreciation will be presented during a Council meeting • Honoree photo may be featured on the City’s social media and newsletter • Any additional recognition (gift cards, gifts, etc.) is at the personal discretion of the Councilmember, not to exceed $50. Expenses above this amount are not reimbursable by the City. Costs are charged to the Council’s operating supplies budget
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City Council/Successor
Agency
Agenda Item Summary
Agenda Item:
Meeting Date:
H.2
September 24, 2025
Agenda Section:
New Business
Staff Contact:
Derrick Montanye, Public Works Director
Agenda Item Title:
Consider Authorization to Purchase and Install a Portable Office Building at the Cloverdale Municipal Airport Recommended Council Action(s):
Adopt A Resolution Entitled: “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Cloverdale Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with Anaya Construction for the Purchase and Installation of One Portable Office Building at the Cloverdale Municipal Airport.”
OR
Adopt a Resolution Entitled: ““A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Cloverdale Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with Anaya Construction for the Purchase and Installation of Two Portable Office Building at the Cloverdale Municipal Airport.”
________________________________________________________________________________________ Background:
The Cloverdale Public Works Department has identified a critical need for dedicated office and operational space at the Cloverdale Municipal Airport. Currently, the airport lacks enclosed facilities to support administrative functions, business development, or aviation-related education. Establishing such a facility aligns with the City's long-term goals to enhance airport infrastructure, attract aviation-related services, and promote youth educational programming.
________________________________________________________________________________________ Summary:
This staff report proposes the purchase and installation of a used portable classroom structure to be located at the Cloverdale Municipal Airport. Anaya Construction has submitted a proposal to complete all work associated with this installation—including transport from Sacramento, foundation setup, structural assembly, weatherproofing, interior finishes, and electrical hookups—for a total cost of $17,000.
Once installed, the portable building will serve as a flexible-use facility. It will support airport operations and will also be made available for:
• Flight school or aviation training programs
• Youth aviation education
• Business office rental to generate ongoing revenue for the airport Additionally, the proposal identifies that there are two matching portable units available for purchase. The second unit, if acquired simultaneously, would bring the total cost to $32,000. This would create a cohesive set of buildings, and there is sufficient space at the airport to accommodate both units, as shown in the attached Portable Proposal. This option could further enhance functionality and revenue generation potential.
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City Council/Successor Agency Agenda Item Summary
________________________________________________________________________________________ Options:
1. Approve “Attachment 1-Portable Purchase of one Resolution” to purchase and install one portable unit for $17,000
2. Approve “Attachment 2 -Portable Purchase of Two Resolution” to purchase and installation of two portable units as a matching set for $32,000
3. Provide alternative direction to staff
________________________________________________________________________________________ Subcommittee Recommendation:
N/A
________________________________________________________________________________________ Budget/Financial Impact:
Approval of this item will allocate $17,000—or $32,000 if both units are purchased—from the Airport Fund or an appropriate Capital Improvement Program (CIP) funding source. The installation of one or both portable buildings is anticipated to be a cost-effective solution that offers long-term return on investment through rental income and increased utilization of the municipal airport. Not Currently Budgeted ________________________________________________________________________________________ Attachments:
1. Resolution Purchase of one
2. Resolution for Purchase of two
3. Exhibit A - Proposal
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CITY OF CLOVERDALE
CITY COUNCIL
RESOLUTION NO. ____
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CLOVERDALE AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH ANAYA CONSTRUCTION FOR THE PURCHASE
AND INSTALLATION OF ONE PORTABLE OFFICE BUILDING AT THE CLOVERDALE MUNICIPAL
AIRPORT
WHEREAS, he Cloverdale Municipal Airport currently lacks enclosed facilities to support administrative functions, business development, and aviation-related education; and WHEREAS, the Cloverdale Public Works Department has identified a critical need for on-site office and operational space at the airport to enhance services and support long-term infrastructure goals; and WHEREAS, the installation of a portable office building will support airport operations, accommodate aviation-related business rentals, and provide space for flight training and youth aviation education programs; and
WHEREAS, Anaya Construction has submitted a proposal to deliver, install, and complete all associated site work for a used portable classroom structure for a total of $17,000; and WHEREAS, the City Council has reviewed the staff report and proposal, and supports the project’s goals of increasing revenue opportunities and enhancing operational capacity at the airport.
WHEREAS,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Cloverdale hereby authorizes the City Manager to execute an agreement with Anaya Construction for the purchase and installation of one portable building in an amount not to exceed $17,000 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Manager is authorized to take any administrative actions necessary to implement the intent of this resolution.
The foregoing Resolution was duly introduced and adopted by the City Council of the City of Cloverdale at its regular meeting held on the ___ day of _______ 2025 by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: (_) Councilmember Brigham, Councilmember Cruz, Councilmember Turner, Noes: (_) None
Absent: (_)
Abstaining: (_) None
APPROVED: ATTEST:
_________________________ __________________________
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Todd Lands, Mayor Mike Maloney, City Clerk
Attachments:
Exhibit A - Portable Proposal
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CITY OF CLOVERDALE
CITY COUNCIL
RESOLUTION NO. ____
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CLOVERDALE AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH ANAYA CONSTRUCTION FOR THE PURCHASE
AND INSTALLATION OF TWO PORTABLE OFFICE BUILDINGS AT THE CLOVERDALE MUNICIPAL
AIRPORT
WHEREAS, the Cloverdale Municipal Airport currently lacks enclosed facilities to support administrative functions, business development, and aviation-related education; and WHEREAS, the Cloverdale Public Works Department has identified a critical need for expanded on-site office and operational space to meet current and future needs at the airport; and WHEREAS, the purchase of two portable buildings as a matching set will allow for expanded use of airport property, increased functionality, and potential for business or educational rentals; and WHEREAS, Anaya Construction has submitted a proposal to deliver, install, and complete all associated site work for two used portable classroom structures for a total of $32,000; and WHEREAS, sufficient space is available at the Cloverdale Airport to accommodate both portable buildings, as shown in the submitted Portable Proposal; and WHEREAS, the City Council supports the project’s goal of enhancing the airport’s capacity and revenue-generating potential through improved infrastructure.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Cloverdale hereby authorizes the City Manager to execute an agreement with Anaya Construction for the purchase and installation of two portable buildings in an amount not to exceed $32,000.
The foregoing Resolution was duly introduced and adopted by the City Council of the City of Cloverdale at its regular meeting held on the ___ day of _______ 2025 by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: (_) Councilmember Brigham, Councilmember Cruz, Councilmember Turner, Noes: (_) None
Absent: (_)
Abstaining: (_) None
APPROVED: ATTEST:
_________________________ __________________________
Todd Lands, Mayor Mike Maloney, City Clerk
Attachments:
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Exhibit A - Portable Proposal
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1 Derrick Montanye
From: jesse anaya <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, July 17, 2025 13:55
To: Derrick Montanye
Cc: Alina Combs; Sofia Widgren
Subject: Cloverdale portable
Anaya Construction
P.O. Box 1260
Ripon, Ca. 95366
License # 746627
DIR # 1000007522
Cell # 209-605-4395
Proposal
July 17, 2025
City of Cloverdale
Office #707-974-0453
Attn: Derrick Montanye
Re: Cloverdale portable
Anaya Construction will provide all materials, equipment and labor to do scope of work listed below. 552
2 1. Tarp and raise portable in Sacramento to double cribbing
2.Transport portable to Cloverdale airport
3. Set up portables using new wood foundation and skirting materials
4. Install (E) roof caps and install new gutter splices
5. Seal exterior mod line closures to make weather tight
7. At interior connect manufacturers electrical crossovers, install wall battens, and install mod line ceiling tiles
8. Prep floors at mod lines, and glue down (e) carpeting
9. When complete sites to be left clean from all debris Total Cost:----------------------------------------------------------------------------$ 17,000.00 Note: Costs based on weekday prevailing wage rates.
Derrick, call or email me with any questions or concerns Thank you,
Jesse
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From: jesse anaya <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, September 8, 2025 16:02
To: Derrick Montanye
Subject: Re: Cloverdale portable
Hi Derrick
I can do both for $32,000
Let me know please.
Thank you,
Jesse
On Monday, September 8, 2025 at 11:33:41 AM PDT, Derrick Montanye <[email protected]> wrote:
Jesse,
I will be taking the portable purchase to the city council on September 24th and should have a answer by the 25th. Thankyou for you patience and help on this. What would be the cost if we elect to have both units B and C delivered and installed
Derrick Montanye
Public Works Director & Acting Airport Manager
City of Cloverdale
124 N. Cloverdale Blvd.
Cloverdale, CA 95425
Office: (707)894-1722
www.cloverdale.net
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P.O. Box 217 • 124 North Cloverdale Blvd. • Cloverdale, CA 95425-0217 • Telephone (707) 894-1700 • FAX (707) 894-3451 124 N. Cloverdale Blvd.
Cloverdale, CA 95425
September 10, 2025
Sonoma County Board of Supervisors
575 Administration Drive, Room 100A
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
RE: Letter of Support for Alexander Valley Healthcare – Measure O Behavioral Health and Homelessness Pathways to Sustainability Application
Dear Chair Hopkins, and Members of the Board:
On behalf of the City of Cloverdale, I am writing to express our strong support for Alexander Valley Healthcare’s application to Measure O: Behavioral Health and Homelessness Pathways to Sustainability.
Cloverdale and the broader northern Sonoma County region face significant challenges related to behavioral health access and homelessness. These challenges affect not only individuals and families struggling with mental health and housing insecurity, but also place added strain on our community resources, law enforcement, and public safety systems.
Alexander Valley Healthcare has been a steadfast and trusted partner in addressing these issues. Their integrated approach to primary care, behavioral health, and community wellness has provided critical support for our residents—particularly those most vulnerable. Through this Measure O application, they propose to expand and sustain essential behavioral health and homelessness navigation services that are urgently needed in northern Sonoma County.
The City of Cloverdale values Alexander Valley Healthcare’s deep commitment to equity, culturally competent care, and collaboration with local government and community partners.
By securing Measure O funding, Alexander Valley Healthcare will be able to:
• Expand access to behavioral health care close to home. • Strengthen prevention, treatment, and recovery services. • Provide pathways out of homelessness through coordinated navigation and supportive services.
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Thank you for your leadership and for recognizing the importance of investing in communitybased behavioral health and homelessness solutions.
Sincerely,
Todd Lands,
Mayor, City of Cloverdale
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From: Mike Maloney
To: "[email protected]"
Cc: Todd Lands; Kevin Thompson
Subject: Letters of Support for Pending Legislation
Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2025 10:23:00 AM
Attachments: AB 527 - Support Letter.pdf
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AB 531 Support Letter.pdf
AB 526 Support Letter.pdf
Honorable Governor Gavin Newsom,
On behalf of Mayor Lands and the City of Cloverdale, please find attached three letters of support regarding pending Assembly bills that our City Council urges you to sign into law.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Mike Maloney
Mike Maloney, CMC | City Clerk / Public Information Officer City of Cloverdale, California | 124 N. Cloverdale Blvd, CA, 95425 [email protected] | cloverdale.net | 707.894.1712 All correspondence may be subject to disclosure under the California Public Records Act 558
September 23, 2025
The Honorable Governor Gavin Newsom
Governor, State of California
1021 O street, Suite 9000
Sacramento, CA 95814
Re: Support for AB 526
Dear Governor Newsom
The City of Cloverdale is pleased to support Assembly Bill 526, which will help California achieve its ambitious climate goals and create well-paid union jobs by driving the development of new geothermal resources.
In 2021, Governor Newsom signed AB 525 (Chiu), which directed the state to create a strategic roadmap for bringing offshore wind development into California. That legislation was ultimately very successful at accomplishing its intended purpose: paving the way for needed policy changes to begin. AB 526 will initiate a similar process for the in-state development of new geothermal resources (both conventional hydrothermal and next-generation technologies), which has great potential to help us achieve our ambitious climate goals while providing ratepayer affordability benefits. State agencies would be required to identify state lands to lease for geothermal development; review geothermal rental and royalty rates to ensure competitiveness with other states; harmonize relevant permitting timelines; and take a variety of other steps to improve the regulatory environment, all as part of a comprehensive action plan.
Collectively, these actions will ensure that new geothermal resources built to serve California customers are developed here in California, driving local economic development as well as the creation of a large number of new union jobs.
Again, we strongly support AB 526, and urge you to sign this bill.
Sincerely,
Todd Lands
Mayor
City of Cloverdale
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September 23, 2025
The Honorable Governor Gavin Newsom
Governor, State of California
1021 O street, Suite 9000
Sacramento, CA 95814
Re: Support for AB 527
Dear Governor Newsom:
The City of Cloverdale is pleased to support Assembly Bill 527, which will help California achieve its ambitious climate goals and create well-paid union jobs by aligning state and federal environmental review policies for geothermal exploration.
In his final months in office, President Biden drafted a new categorical exclusion from the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) for geothermal exploration projects meeting the gold standard of environmental stewardship. This was based on the Bureau of Land Management’s assessment that geothermal exploration projects meeting such a high standard have an extremely minimal environmental impact. AB 527 will create a narrow, targeted exemption from the California Environmental Quality Act (our equivalent to NEPA) to align with the federal exclusion. This legislation will also require that geothermal exploration projects benefiting from this exclusion meet strong environmental and labor standards. This measure will allow a significant amount of new geothermal exploration to proceed in California, helping us meet our ambitious climate goals and create well-paid union jobs in the process. This legislation only applies to the exploration phase of a geothermal project, not the larger and more complex geothermal field development phase that happens after.
Again, we strongly support AB 527, and urge you to sign this bill.
Sincerely,
Todd Lands
Mayor
City of Cloverdale
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September 23, 2025
The Honorable Governor Gavin Newsom
Governor, State of California
1021 O street, Suite 9000
Sacramento, CA 95814
Re: Support for AB 531
Dear Governor Newsom:
The City of Cloverdale is pleased to support Assembly Bill 531, which will help California achieve its ambitious climate goals and create well-paid union jobs by allowing geothermal energy to fully utilize the California Energy Commission’s one-stop shop “opt-in” permitting program.
Today, renewable energy developers can choose to site and permit their projects through what is typically called the “opt-in” process at the Energy Commission. The idea is that the Commission serves as a one-stop shop for all siting, permitting, and regulatory issues to move projects more quickly. A high level of community engagement and review are still required.
Because only projects 50 MW in size or greater can use this process, most geothermal power plants (which are typically more in the range of 10, 20, or 30 MW in size) are functionally excluded. This is despite the fact that a geothermal power plant running around the clock can produce as much energy as a far larger solar or wind project that is intermittent. AB 531 will simply clarify that a geothermal power plant of any size can be approved through the “opt-in” process, helping bring more of these urgently needed clean resources online faster and creating well-paid union jobs in the process.
Again, we strongly support AB 531, and urge you to sign this bill.
Sincerely,
Todd Lands
Mayor
City of Cloverdale
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P.O. Box 217 • 124 North Cloverdale Blvd. • Cloverdale, CA 95425-0217 • Telephone (707) 894-1700 • FAX (707) 894-3451 September 22, 2025
The Honorable Gavin Newsom
Governor, State of California
1021 O Street, Suite 9000
Sacramento, CA 95814
RE: SB 79 (Wiener) Housing development: transit-oriented development.
Request for Veto
Dear Governor Newsom,
The City of Cloverdale writes to request your Veto on SB 79 (Wiener) which would disregard state-certified housing elements and bestow land use authority to transit agencies without any requirement to align development standards with local general plan and zoning requirements.
SB 79 doubles down on the recent trend of the state overriding its own mandated local housing elements. This latest overreaching effort forces cities in urban transit counties defined as “a county with more than 15 rail stations” to approve transit-oriented development projects near specified transit stops — up to seven stories high and a density of 120 homes per acre — without regard to the community's needs, environmental review, or public input.
Most alarmingly, SB 79 defies cities’ general plans and provides transit agencies with land use authority on property they own that is adjacent to a transit stop, or if the agency owns land on or before January 1, 2026, within a half mile of a transit stop. Transit agencies would have the power to determine nearly all aspects of the development, including height, density, and design, without any regard to local zoning or planning. Transit agencies play a crucial role in planning transportation services, providing operations and logistics management, and ensuring that Californians have various options for commuting. By expanding their role to include housing developers and landuse authorities, this measure would continue to stretch already-thin agencies that are dealing with funding shortfalls and that lack expertise in land-use planning and development. It is fiscally unsound to assign them new responsibilities in housing development when they are struggling to sustain core operations.
The City of Cloverdale appreciates the author’s desire to include an alternative transit-oriented development plan; however, as currently drafted, the local 562
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Finally, the local flexibility provided in the measure is minimal at best. The bill does not provide exemptions for cities that have adopted plans to promote taller, denser residential development near transit in consultation with the community but fall short of the bill’s rigid minimum requirements. The alternative plan would still be required to meet or exceed the required development near transit as determined by HCD across all transit-oriented development zones within the jurisdiction without accounting for infrastructure constraints, environmental hazards, or community design goals unique to each jurisdiction.
For example, a community may want to distribute density around the jurisdiction due to its infrastructure capacity. However, they must still meet the minimum requirements of the bill, regardless of whether they make sense for the community or the design of the jurisdiction. In short, the flexibility is about how to meet the state’s requirements – not whether those requirements make sense for the community.
For Cloverdale specifically, SB 79 poses significant challenges because the City does not currently operate within a county with the level of transit infrastructure contemplated by the bill. Our community is located at the northernmost end of Sonoma County, where transit access is limited, and large-scale, high-density development adjacent to limited bus routes or regional transit stops would place unsustainable strain on our infrastructure and public services. Cloverdale has been proactive in planning for housing growth through its General Plan and Housing Element updates, but the rigid standards of SB 79 would undermine years of community-driven planning. It would force densities that far exceed our small-city infrastructure capacity, exacerbate traffic and parking challenges in our downtown core, and conflict with the rural character that is central to our community identity and economic vitality. Additionally, it could complicate our ongoing efforts to balance housing growth with wildfire evacuation planning and water supply constraints unique to our region.
For these reasons, the City of Cloverdale respectfully request your Veto on SB 79 (Wiener).
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Todd Lands,
Mayor
City of Cloverdale
cc. Senator Mike McGuire & Assembly Member, Chris Rogers Sara Sanders, Regional Public Affairs Manager, Cal Cities, [email protected]
League of California Cities, [email protected]
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