Agenda packet — Cotati City Council, March 10, 2026

AGENDA

JOINT MEETING OF THE COTATI CITY COUNCIL AND THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE

FORMER COTATI COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
City Council Chamber, City Hall 201 W. Sierra Avenue
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
6:00 PM REGULAR MEETING
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Notice is hereby given that Council may discuss and/or take action on any or all of the items listed on this agenda, in accordance with the City Council Rules of Conduct.

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Cotati City Council Agenda March 10, 2026
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Public Comment: Public comment on any one agenda item is limited to no more than three (3) minutes per person, in accordance with the City Council Rules of Conduct.

Waiver Warning: If you challenge decisions/direction of the City Council of the City of Cotati in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Cotati at, or prior to, the public hearing(s).

Announcements:

A. Meeting Orientation for New Attendees/Viewers. In conformance with the Brown Act and the adopted City Council Rules, if the City Council is considering an item in which action will be taken, citizens will be invited to provide comments relevant to the item being discussed.

The meeting agenda also includes a Citizen Business item, which is the designated place on the agenda where citizens have the right to comment on any matter within the City’s subject matter jurisdiction. However, Citizen Business items do not generally receive a response because the Brown Act prohibits the City Council from taking action or considering any item that is not on this agenda, so as to ensure that other members of the community who wish to provide comment are notified in advance through a properly noticed meeting agenda. Nonetheless, in accordance with the Brown Act, the Council may briefly respond, may ask a question for clarification, or may direct an item be placed on a future agenda.

B. Measure S supports police services, a variety of recreation programs for all ages, and the maintenance of our streets, parks, and public buildings. See details on the web at cotaticity.gov.

C. Citizens interested in receiving City of Cotati community alerts via text or email are encouraged to enroll with CivicReady, by signing up on the City’s website, www.cotaticity.gov, under the “How do I” link at the top of the homepage.

D. Have you noticed a street light out, pothole, or issues in a City Park? We want to keep Cotati beautiful and running smoothly, so please let us know what needs to be fixed, by going to the City website under “How do I” and “Report a Service Request.” E. Like always, we love to hear from you, so please feel free to contact the City at 707-792-4600 or [email protected]. If you have a nonemergency issue after normal business hours, you can contact us at 707-792-4611 and of course if you have an emergency, please contact 9-1-1.

Continue to look for updates on the City's website and social media channels available on Facebook, Instagram, and CivicReady.

City Council meetings are conducted according to City Council Policy 2025-03: City Council Rules of Conduct. This policy available for inspection in the online Meeting Portal at www.cotaticity.gov and in the City Manager’s office located at 201 West Sierra Avenue, Cotati, California, during the City’s posted business hours.

Those wishing to address the Council are asked to complete a speaker card and give it to the City Clerk. When you are called, step to the podium and state your name and address for the record. Persons wishing to address the Council are not required to identify themselves or complete a speaker card; (Gov’t. Code § 54953.3); however, this information assists the Mayor by ensuring that all persons wishing to address the Council are recognized and it assists the City Clerk in preparing the City Council meeting minutes.

1. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL

2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES AND NOTICE OF WAIVING OF READING OF ALL

RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES INTRODUCED AND/OR ADOPTED UNDER THIS

AGENDA (ACTION)
A. COTATI CITY COUNCIL – REGULAR MEETING – FEB 24, 2026

3. PROCLAMATIONS (ACTION)
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A. WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH PROCLAMATION
B. RED CROSS MONTH PROCLAMATION
C. PROCLAMATION BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COTATI DECLARING MARCH 15-21 AS NATIONAL SURVEYOR'S WEEK IN THE CITY OF COTATI

4. AGENDA REVIEW (ACTION)

5. CITIZEN BUSINESS AND PUBLIC COMMENT FOR CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS Any member of the public wishing to speak to the Council on any item(s) listed on the Consent Calendar or any matter(s) not listed on the agenda that are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Council may do so at this time. Pursuant to the Brown Act, the Council is not allowed to consider issues or take action on any item not listed on the agenda. Pursuant to City Council Policy 2025-03, comments of any member of the public are normally restricted to a total of three (3) minutes in length per person for matters not on the agenda and a total of three (3) minutes per person in length for any and all items on the Consent Calendar. The Mayor may extend the time limit for a reasonable time where a disability accommodation has been requested. To facilitate public comment, the timer indicator lights will display yellow when there are thirty seconds remaining, and red when time has expired.

6. CONSENT CALENDAR (ACTION)
A. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE THE 2026 ROTARY CLUB OF

RANCHO COTATI CINCO DE MAYO EVENT IN LA PLAZA PARK
It is recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution approving the 2026 Rotary Club of Rancho Cotati Cinco de Mayo event in La Plaza Park.

B. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION APPOINTING THE ENGINEER OF WORK FOR

PREPARING THE COTATI LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FOR FY 26-27
It is recommended the City Council of the City of Cotati adopt a resolution appointing the City Engineer, as the Engineer of Work for the FY 2026-27 Cotati Landscape and Lighting District and directing the preparation and filing of the Annual Engineer's Report pursuant to Section 22622 of the Streets and Highways Code.

C. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING APPLICATION FOR, AND

RECEIPT OF, PROHOUSING INCENTIVE PROGRAM FUNDS
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the accompanying Resolution authorizing the City Manager to apply for and accept funds from the State of California’s Prohousing Incentive Program, in an amount not to exceed $650,000.

D. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION AWARDING THE CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR THE 2026 PAVEMENT PRESERVATION PROJECT TO AMERICAN ASPHALT, INC. AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT

WITH GREEN VALLEY CONSULTING ENGINEERS
It is recommended the City Council adopt a resolution awarding the construction contract for the 2026 Street Improvement Project to American Asphalt, Inc. and authorizing the City Manager to execute the construction contract and construction management and inspection services agreement with Green Valley Consulting Engineers and any needed change orders or amendments to supporting professional agreements up to the authorized Project amount.

7. DIRECTION ON FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

8. REGULAR AGENDA (ACTION)
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A. SELECTION OF CITY COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEE FOR RECOLOGY FRANCHISE

AGREEMENT
It is recommended that the City Council adopt a motion assigning two City Councilmembers to an Ad Hoc Committee to review the Detailed Rate Review and potential updates to the rate structure and the City’s solid waste franchise agreement with Recology.

B. REVIEW PROPOSED SONOMA WATER TRANSMISSION SYSTEM BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027 AND PROVIDE DIRECTION TO CITY'S WATER

ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEMBER
It is recommended the City Council adopt a motion providing direction to the City’s Water Advisory Committee Member to endorse the proposed Sonoma Water Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Water Transmission System Budget
C. HOUSING ELEMENT ANNUAL PRODUCTION REPORT (APR)
It is recommended by the Community Development Department that the City Council review the provided information, identify any concerns or direction for staff, and direct staff to file the report with the State prior to April 1, 2026.

D. CITY OF COTATI 2025 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT It is recommended by the Community Development Department that the City Council review the information provided in the General Plan Annual Progress Report, identify any concerns or direction for staff, and file the report for future discussion.

9. LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENT & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The City of Cotati recognizes that we’re on the ancestral lands of the Coastal Miwok, who are the original caretakers of this area. We respectfully acknowledge the Indigenous peoples who have been stewarding and maintaining a relationship on this land as knowledge keepers for millenia. This acknowledgment does not take the place of authentic relationships with Indigenous communities but serves as a gesture of respect to the land we are on.

10. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT & COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS

11. INFORMATION RECEIVED AFTER THE AGENDA WAS POSTED

12. ADJOURNMENT
Certification of Posting of the Notice: I declare under penalty of perjury that I am employed by the City of Cotati and that I posted this notice on the City’s website, bulletin boards of City Hall, Veterans’ Memorial Building and the SMART Train Depot, on or before March 6, 2026. /s/ Kevin Patterson, City Clerk

MINUTES

JOINT MEETING OF THE COTATI CITY COUNCIL AND THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE

FORMER COTATI COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
City Council Chamber, City Hall 201 W. Sierra Avenue
Tuesday, February 24, 2026
6:00 PM REGULAR MEETING

1. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL

Vice Mayor Harvey called the meeting to order at 6:00pm.

Attendee Name Title Status
Sylvia Lemus Mayor Absent
Susan Harvey Vice Mayor Present
Ben Ford Councilmember Present
John Savage Councilmember Present
Laura Sparks Councilmember Leave of Absence
Staff Present: City Manager Damien O’Bid, Assistant City Attorney Ali Wolf, City Clerk Kevin Patterson, Director of Community Development Noah Housh, Director of Public Works/City Engineer Craig Scott, Police Chief Chris Simmons, Senior Planner JP Harries

2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES AND NOTICE OF WAIVING OF READING OF ALL

RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES INTRODUCED AND/OR ADOPTED UNDER THIS

AGENDA (ACTION)
A. COTATI CITY COUNCIL – REGULAR MEETING – FEB 10, 2026 Public Comment:

Laurie Alderman of Cotati
RESULT: Approve [3 TO 0]
MOVER: Ben Ford, Councilmember
SECONDER: John Savage, Councilmember
AYES: Harvey, Ford, Savage
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Lemus, Sparks

3. PRESENTATIONS
A. COTATI HISTORICAL SOCIETY PRESENTATION 5 of 335
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Presentation by John Dell’Osso and Ed Gilardi of the Cotati Historical Society.

Councilmembers comment.

Public Comment:

Laurie Alderman of Cotati
George Barich of Cotati

4. AGENDA REVIEW (ACTION)
No changes.

Public Comment:

George Barich of Cotati
Michael Ceremello
Laurie Alderman of Cotati

6. CONSENT CALENDAR (ACTION)

7. DIRECTION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
None.

8. REGULAR AGENDA (ACTION)
A. CONSIDER SUBMISSION OF A LETTER OF INTEREST TO JOIN THE RENEWAL

ENTERPRISE DISTRICT JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY
Presentation by City Manager Damien O’Bid.

Councilmembers comment.

Public Comment:

Laurie Alderman of Cotati
RESULT: Approve [3 TO 0]
MOVER: John Savage, Councilmember
SECONDER: Ben Ford, Councilmember
AYES: Harvey, Ford, Savage
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Lemus, Sparks
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PARTICIPATION IN THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROHOUSING DESIGNATION PROGRAM
Presentation by Senior Planner JP Harries.

Councilmembers comment.

Public Comment:

Laurie Alderman of Cotati
RESULT: Adopt [3 TO 0]
MOVER: Ben Ford, Councilmember
SECONDER: John Savage, Councilmember
AYES: Harvey, Ford, Savage
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Lemus, Sparks
After the conclusion of this item, Council took a five-minute recess.

C. ANNUAL POLICE CHIEF REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY
Presentation by Chief of Police Chris Simmons.

Councilmembers comment, including requesting more years of data on charts in future reports, to better see trends.

Public Comment:

Laurie Alderman of Cotati

9. 10.

LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENT & PLEDGE OF ALLIGIANCE
The City of Cotati recognizes that we’re on the ancestral lands of the Coastal Miwok, who are the original caretakers of this area. We respectfully acknowledge the Indigenous peoples who have been stewarding and maintaining a relationship on this land as knowledge keepers for millenia. This acknowledgment does not take the place of authentic relationships with Indigenous communities but serves as a gesture of respect to the land we are on.

CITY MANAGER'S REPORT & COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS
Report by City Manager Damien O’Bid.

Councilmembers report out on local and regional events and meetings.

11. INFORMATION RECEIVED AFTER THE AGENDA WAS POSTED

12. ADJOURNMENT
Vice Mayor Harvey adjourned the meeting at 8:22pm.
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/s/ Kevin Patterson, City Clerk
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PROCLAMATION

OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COTATI

A PROCLAMATION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COTATI DECLARING MARCH 2026 AS WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH
WHEREAS, women have always played a critical role in shaping the economic, cultural, and social fabric of our society through their participation in the labor force, working both inside and outside the home, in leadership positions, and through creative inspiration; and WHEREAS, Women's History Month provides an opportunity for schools and communities to expand and enhance what our children and our community know about the women’s roles in history and their contributions to the development of this nation; and WHEREAS, the story of American women is the story of women of all ages, races and cultural backgrounds who led campaigns for equality and civil rights, advanced professional and educational opportunities, founded entirely new enterprises, and contributed significantly to the arts, sciences and humanistic causes; and
WHEREAS, women from every background have long realized that an uneven playing field will never bring equality or justice, and we all need to eliminate bias and discrimination entirely for our lives and institutions; and
WHEREAS, the 2026 theme for Women's History Month is “Leading the Change:

Women Shaping a Sustainable Future”, which celebrates women who are driving innovation in environmental, economic, and social sustainability to create a more resilient, equitable future; and
WHEREAS, Women’s History Month is both a call to acknowledge outstanding women we know by name and to pay homage to the dedication of nameless women who contributed to our nation.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED on this day of March 10, 2026, by the City Council of the City of Cotati, in recognition of the significant role played by women, whose courage and vision inspire hope for today’s women to make tomorrow’s history, thereby proclaim the month of March 2026 as Women’s History Month in Cotati.

Approved:_____________________________
Mayor
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PROCLAMATION

OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COTATI DECLARING THE MONTH OF MARCH 2026 AS AMERICAN RED CROSS MONTH
WHEREAS, in March, we celebrate American Red Cross Month by honoring our neighbors who make its humanitarian mission possible in the City of Cotati; and WHEREAS, every day, their acts of kindness change lives, bringing relief, comfort and hope when help can’t wait; and
WHEREAS, this compassionate spirit runs deep in our community, just as it has for 145 years through the American Red Cross; and
WHEREAS, today, those who serve with the Northern California Coastal Region of the Red Cross light the way during emergencies — whether it’s delivering shelter, food and comfort after disasters; providing a safe, lifesaving blood supply for patients facing conditions like cancer treatments, childbirth complications and traumatic injuries; assisting military members, veterans and their families with 24/7 global support; or empowering individuals with skills like First Aid and CPR that save lives; and
WHEREAS, these collective efforts are a powerful reminder that the strength of our community lies in our shared commitment to one another; and WHEREAS, as we mark Red Cross Month, let’s celebrate our local heroes and resolve to continue lifting each other up, so no one faces an emergency alone.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER PROCLAIMED on this day of March 10, 2026, by the City Council of the City of Cotati that March 2026 is Red Cross Month and all citizens of the City of Cotati are encouraged to reach out and support Red Cross’ humanitarian mission.

Approved:_____________________________
Mayor
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PROCLAMATION

OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COTATI
DECLARING MARCH 15-21, 2026 AS NATIONAL SURVEYOR'S WEEK IN THE

CITY OF COTATI
WHEREAS, surveying has been an essential element in the development of the human environment since the beginning of recorded history and it is a requirement in the planning and execution of nearly every form of construction with its most familiar modern uses in the fields of transport, building and construction, communications, mapping, and the definition of legal boundaries for land ownership; and
WHEREAS, in order to accomplish their objectives, surveyors use elements of engineering, physics, mathematics, astronomy, law, and history; and WHEREAS, since the colonial days of the United States, surveyors have been leaders in the community, statesmen, influential citizens, and shapers of cultural standards. Former notable surveyors include George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln, Lewis and Clark, Daniel Boone, and Henry David Thoreau, among many others; and WHEREAS, many services are now provided through the use of sophisticated surveying equipment and techniques, including satellite-borne remote sensing devices and automated positioning, measuring, recording, and plotting equipment; and WHEREAS, the establishment of the week of March 15-21, 2026 as National Surveyors Week is a fitting tribute to all surveyors.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED on this day of March 10, 2026, by the City Council of the City of Cotati that March 15-21, 2026, is hereby declared National Surveyor’s Week in the City of Cotati.

Approved:____________________________
Mayor
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Agenda Staff Report
Item type: CONSENT CALENDAR (ACTION)
To: City Council
Subject: ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE THE 2026

ROTARY CLUB OF RANCHO COTATI CINCO DE MAYO
EVENT IN LA PLAZA PARK.

Date: March 10, 2026
Written by: Ashley Wilson, Recreation Manager
Recommendation
It is recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution approving the 2026 Rotary Club of Rancho Cotati Cinco de Mayo event in La Plaza Park.

Background
The Rotary Club of Rancho Cotati is a local chapter of a national non-profit organization whose mission is to provide service to others, promote integrity, and advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through fellowship of business, professional, and community leaders.

Locally, the Rotary Club of Rancho Cotati is active in many service projects including food drives, toy drives, free luncheons and holiday dinners, scholarship programs, schoolbook giveaways, and more. With a desire to continue their goals of promoting peace and understanding, they are proposing the first annual Cotati Cinco De Mayo Festival.

The Rotary Club of Rancho Cotati is a recipient of the 2026 Cotati Cultural Grant Program award and will use the $5,000 in grant funding to produce the proposed Cinco de Mayo event on May 5, 2026 in La Plaza Park.

Analysis/Discussion
The proposed event will feature live music and entertainment, family activities, a car show, and vendors with local goods, foods, and other items for purchase.

The event is proposed to be from 4:00pm-8:00pm with street closures on La Plaza Street behind 12 of 335
the park between Old Redwood Highway and West Sierra Avenue, as well as West Sierra Avenue between Old Redwood Highway and La Plaza Street. The street closure request would be from 2:00pm to 9:00pm to allow for setup and cleanup before and after the event. They would be in the park earlier than that but don‘t need the roads closed until 2:00pm. No park closures have been requested. The event would be free to attend.

The applicant has requested the use of amplified music, and authorization for vendors to sell goods, food, and beverages (including the sales of alcohol).

The exhibits attached to the resolution describe the street closures necessary for the orderly movement of vehicle and pedestrian traffic during street closures. City staff will place no parking signs on La Plaza Street and West Sierra Avenue the morning of the event.

A Condition of Approval has been included which requires a California Department of Alcohol and Beverage Control approved temporary permit to allow for the sale of alcohol to be supplied to the City before the event
Financial Considerations
The Rotary Club of Rancho Cotati has requested fee waivers for their event. In accordance with the Park Use and Special Event Policy regarding fee waiver requests, staff recommends that these costs be fully waived as this event is a first year of an ongoing free community event, and has the potential to increase the number of visitors to the City. The event would provide increased opportunities to promote economic development and increase sales tax revenue.

Total costs and waivers would be as follows:

Large Event Resident Park Permit Fee: $ 384
Small Street Closure Fee: $ 769
Large Street Closure Fee: $1,924
Special Event Application Fee: $ 54
Electricity Fee: $ 17
Restroom Cleaning Fee: $ 220
Refundable deposit of $500 prior to the event (not subsidized).

The subsidy of the total fees of $3,368 is provided through the City‘s General Fund.

In addition to the $5,000 grant award and will be used to offset the costs of producing the firsttime event. Grant funding will be used to hire event entertainment, purchase event supplies, and pay for event marketing.

Environmental Issues
This action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) because it is not a project which has a potential for resulting in either a direct physical change in the environment, or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment, pursuant to CEQA Guideline section 15378.
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RESOLUTION NO. (XX)
APPROVING 2026 ROTARY CLUB OF RANCHO COTATI CINCO DE MAYO

EVENT IN LA PLAZA PARK
WHEREAS, The Rotary Club of Rancho Cotati submitted an application to the City for the Cultural Cinco De Mayo Festival event on December 4, 2025; and WHEREAS, California Vehicle Code Section 21101(e) authorizes temporary street closures where certain conditions exist; and
WHEREAS, it will be necessary to temporarily close certain streets, as described in the Exhibits attached, to facilitate this event and improve pedestrian safety; and WHEREAS, the closure is necessary for the safety and protection of persons who are to use that portion or portions of the street(s) during the temporary closing; and WHEREAS, the Chief of Police of the City of Cotati will arrange for temporary street closure and traffic re-routing, which would minimize the traffic hazard conditions and allow for orderly movement of traffic; and
WHEREAS, the Chief of Police will contact the Rancho Adobe Fire Protection District, ambulance service providers, bus service providers, and others who may need ingress, egress, or the ability to traverse the affected area and will reasonably provide for their needs; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds that these events are part of a comprehensive economic development strategy in that they increase visitation to the City, promote the Cotati community and result in increased sales tax revenues; and WHEREAS, the City Council approves the waived permit fees, street closure fees, and other associated event fees of an amount not to exceed $3,368 as funded by the City General Fund; and
WHEREAS, the City Council further finds that the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of the City of Cotati will not be jeopardized by the approval of these events; and WHEREAS, it will be necessary to conform to certain conditions as described in “Exhibit A,” attached hereto, to facilitate this event; and WHEREAS, the action of approving a Cultural Cinco De Mayo event does not constitute a project as defined by California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Section 15378; therefore, no further environmental review is required.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Cotati as follows:
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1. The above recitals are declared to be true and correct and are incorporated herein as findings of the City Council.

2. The City Council hereby approves of the special event permit and street closure fees and staff time associated with road closures to be funded by the City’s General Fund.

3. The temporary closure of portions of La Plaza Street from Old Redwood Highway to West Sierra Avenue and West Sierra Avenue between Old Redwood Highway and La Plaza Street on May 5, 2026, between 2:00pm and 9:00pm, is hereby approved.

4. Amplified music, the sales of goods, food, and beverages, including alcohol sales and other Cinco De Mayo activities as described in the accompanying staff report, is hereby approved.

5. The Conditions of Approval, attached as Exhibit A to this resolution, are hereby approved.

6. This Resolution shall become effective immediately.

7. Each portion of this resolution is severable. Should any portion of this resolution be adjudged to be invalid and unenforceable by a body of competent jurisdiction, then the remaining resolution portions shall be and continue in full force and effect, except as to those resolution portions that have been adjudged invalid. The City Council of the City of Cotati hereby declares that it would have adopted this resolution and each section, subsection, clause, sentence, phrase and other portion thereof, irrespective of the fact that one or more section, subsection, clause, sentence, phrase or other portion may be held invalid or unconstitutional.

IT IS HEREBY CERTIFIED that the foregoing resolution was duly adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Cotati held on March 10, 2026, by the following vote, to wit:

Approved:___________________________
Mayor
Attest:_____________________________
Kevin Patterson, City Clerk
Approved as to form:______________________________
City Attorney
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EXHIBIT A

CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL

1. The applicant is granted exclusive use of La Plaza Park from Saturday, May 5th, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. through 9:00 p.m. for the event scheduled from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. This approval includes amplified live entertainment.

2. The applicant shall submit a deposit of $500 within 30 days of approval of this event.

3. Applicant shall provide the City with proof of insurance for all events and vendors, as required, to the satisfaction of the City, prior to the event.

4. Applicant shall provide the City with a map of the event, specifically where vehicles will be parked for the car show, no later than 7 days prior to the event.

5. Applicant shall obtain a Daily License from the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC). The City authorizes the sale and consumption of beer, wine, and margaritas only; a copy of the license, as well as evidence of responsible beverage service training, shall be provided to the City prior to the event date.

6. Applicant shall notify all neighboring businesses and residents of the event and street closures, no later than 14 days prior to the event.

7. The applicant shall obtain the required permits and follow all regulations from the Sonoma County Environmental Health Department and shall ensure each food vendor complies with Health Department requirements.

8. The applicant shall ensure that all temporary tents are secured by weights. Stakes shall not be permitted.

9. Temporary structure (tents, shade awnings, or other) shall not be secured to existing structures including buildings and light poles.

10. The applicant shall ensure that all vendors follow Cotati Municipal Code 8.20.030 (Prohibited food service ware and products), which bans the selling or serving of food ware that contains polystyrene foam or PFAS.

11. The applicant shall comply with all local, state, and federal laws regarding trash, recycling, and composting collection and sorting.

12. The applicant shall ensure the public facilities (park, parking spaces, and streets) are cleaned completely and returned to pre-event conditions within 2 hours of event end time.

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14. The event shall be carried out as described in the written descriptions submitted by the applicant and in compliance with these Conditions of Approval.

15. The applicant shall contact the Rancho Adobe Fire Protection District and comply with any permit requirements of the District.
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Agenda Staff Report
Item type: CONSENT CALENDAR (ACTION)
To: City Council
Subject: ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION APPOINTING THE

ENGINEER OF WORK FOR PREPARING THE COTATI

LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FOR
FY 26-27
Date: March 10, 2026
Written by: Craig Scott, Director of Public Works/City Engineer Recommendation
It is recommended the City Council of the City of Cotati adopt a resolution appointing the City Engineer, as the Engineer of Work for the FY 2026-27 Cotati Landscape and Lighting District and directing the preparation and filing of the Annual Engineer's Report pursuant to Section 22622 of the Streets and Highways Code.

Background
In FY 17/18, the City consolidated the ten landscape and lighting assessment districts into one District. The ten Cotati Landscaping and Lighting Assessment Districts (“Districts”) were initially formed by the City from 1989 to 2003 in accordance with the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972 (“Landscaping and Lighting Act”) to pay for costs associated with maintaining landscaping and streetlights within developments. The ten initial districts are kept separate within the consolidated District as individual zones, each with their original name.

Analysis/Discussion
The Landscaping and Lighting Act requires that the City undertake certain proceedings for any fiscal year in which assessments are to be levied and collected. These proceedings are typically accomplished at three separate Council meetings with the following actions: 1) Adopt a resolution appointing the Engineer of Work and directing the preparation of the annual Engineer’s Report. 2) Approve the Preliminary Engineer’s Report, declare the City Council’s intent to levy and collect assessments and set a date for a public hearing. 3) Conduct a public hearing, approve the Final Engineer’s Report and authorize the levying and collection of 21 of 335
assessments for the upcoming fiscal year. The attached resolution begins the proceedings for the 2026-27 Fiscal Year. The Engineer’s Report will analyze the anticipated FY 2026-27 costs for each zone in the District and determine the corresponding assessment amounts. The City Council can make changes to the Engineer’s Report once it has been prepared and filed. There are no annexations to the District anticipated for FY 2026-27.

Financial Considerations
Costs associated with the annual proceedings and the annual operation, maintenance and administration of the Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District are recovered from the annual assessments levied on the properties within the District. The City prepares the annual engineer’s report in-house with no consultant, as such no budgetary appropriation is required.

Environmental Issues
Where it can be determined with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment, the activity is not subject to CEQA review.

This general rule can be applied to activities which could be subject to the CEQA process, but which logic dictates should not be subject to CEQA review. Therefore, based on the information provided above, the proposed resolution assigning an engineer of work is exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 14.03.021 of the CEQA Guidelines in that there is no possibility that the activity may have a significant impact on the environment. 22 of 335
RESOLUTION NO. (XX)

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COTATI APPOINTING

THE CITY ENGINEER AS THE ENGINEER OF WORK FOR THE CITY OF

COTATI LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT AND

DIRECTING THE PREPARATION AND FILING OF THE ENGINEER'S REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 (PURSUANT TO THE LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ACT OF 1972)
WHEREAS, the City initially formed ten Cotati Landscaping and Lighting Assessment Districts (“Districts”) from 1989 to 2003 in accordance with the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972 (“Landscaping and Lighting Act”) to pay for costs associated with maintaining landscaping and streetlights within developments; and
WHEREAS, in FY 2017-18, the City consolidated the ten landscape and lighting assessment districts into one District; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 22622 of the Streets and Highways Code, the City Council must annually appoint the Engineer of Work and direct the preparation and filing of the annual Engineer’s Report in order to levy and collect assessments on any following fiscal year; and
WHEREAS, it is anticipated that there will be no annexations into the Assessment District in FY 2026-27; and
WHEREAS, the action of appointing an Engineer of Record and directing them to prepare the FY 2026-27 LLAD Engineer’s Report does not constitute a project as defined by California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Section 15378; therefore, no further environmental review is required.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Cotati does hereby appoint the City Engineer as the Engineer of Work for the City of Cotati’s Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District and does hereby direct him to prepare and to file the Annual Engineer’s Report for Fiscal Year 2026-27 showing any changes, pursuant to Section 22622 of the Streets and Highways Code.

IT IS HEREBY CERTIFIED that the foregoing resolution was duly adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Cotati held on March 10, 2026, by the following vote, to wit:

Approved:___________________________
Mayor
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Attest:_____________________________
Kevin Patterson, City Clerk
Approved as to form:______________________________
City Attorney
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Cotati City Council
Agenda Staff Report
Item type: CONSENT CALENDAR (ACTION)
To: City Council
Subject: CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING

APPLICATION FOR, AND RECEIPT OF, PROHOUSING

INCENTIVE PROGRAM FUNDS
Date: March 10, 2026
Written by: JP Harries, Senior Planner
Recommendation
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the accompanying Resolution authorizing the City Manager to apply for and accept funds from the State of California’s Prohousing Incentive Program, in an amount not to exceed $650,000.

Background
On September 30, 2025, the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) released the Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for Round 4 of the Prohousing Incentive Program (PIP), making approximately $8 million available. The PIP complements the Prohousing Designation Program. It is designed to encourage jurisdictions to obtain a Prohousing Designation and to reward those that adopt additional Prohousing policies to achieve a higher Designation score. By pairing the Designation with a substantial grant award, the PIP aims to boost participation in HCD’s Prohousing Designation Program and support the creation and preservation of affordable housing. Applications are due to HCD by March 31, 2026. The PIP grant request must include the attached application form and the accompanying Resolution for this Council item, using the template form provided by the state.

On February 24, 2026, the City Council authorized the City Manager to apply for and participate in HCD’s Prohousing Designation Program. That same day, staff initiated a 30-day public review period for the draft application. Following the 30-day review period, the City will submit its application for the Prohousing Designation to HCD. Applications for the Prohousing Designation Program and the PIP funds may be submitted concurrently. Staff will submit both the Prohousing Designation application and the PIP grant application before the March 31, 2026, deadline.
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Analysis/Discussion
The PIP is funded through Chapter 364, Statutes of 2017 (SB 2, Atkins), which established the Building Homes and Jobs Trust Fund (Fund). The Fund utilizes real estate transaction fees collected at the county level to establish a permanent source of funding. Five percent of annual collections are deposited in a fund to be used for an incentive program. PIP awards funds based on an Applicant’s Prohousing Designation Score and according to geographic area. Based on the funding formula, the City is eligible to apply for up to $650,000.

The PIP allows funds to be used to support a variety of planning or implementation activities related to housing and community development carried out by the City. Of the ten eligible uses of funds listed in the PIP application, staff anticipate using the funds for one or all of the following eligible activities:
1) The predevelopment, development, acquisition, rehabilitation, and preservation of multifamily, residential live/work, or rental housing that is affordable to extremely low-, very low-, low-, and moderate-income households, including necessary operating subsidies;
2) Affordable rental and ownership housing that meets the needs of a growing workforce earning up to 120 percent of area median income, or 150 percent of area median income in high-cost areas;
3) Matching portions of funds placed into local or regional housing trust funds; 4) Homeownership opportunities, including, but not limited to, down payment assistance; and
5) Grant administration activities (within the established limit of funds).

Given the eligible uses, PIP funds could be used to financially support or subsidize affordable housing projects such as the 120 East Cotati Avenue project. Additionally, PIP funds are ideally suited to support several of the City’s Housing Element Programs:

Program 1-1 Housing Rehabilitation
Improve neighborhoods and housing by providing opportunities for home ownership and housing rehabilitation through the following activities:
• As funds become available, implement a Housing Rehabilitation Program which provides low interest loans for the rehabilitation of homes owned or occupied by extremely low-, very low-, low-, and moderate-income households with an emphasis on assisting extremely low- and very low-income households. Ensure that the housing rehabilitation program includes provisions for mobile homes and renovations to provide accessibility for disabled persons, to the extent that the funding source allows these types of improvements.
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in cooperation with the Building Department.
• Provide annual funding for a regional or subregional shared planner or grant writer position to prepare funding applications for housing rehabilitation, as budget allows.

Program 1-2: Home Ownership
Improve neighborhoods and housing by providing opportunities for home ownership by implementing a Home Ownership Assistance Program which provides low interest loans to assist first-time low- and moderate-income homebuyers in purchasing a home.

Program 1-7: Essential Housing Bond Financing Program
In partnership with a Joint Powers Authority (JPA) and non-profit asset manager, seek to utilize tax exempt bonds to fund: (1) the acquisition of existing market-rate multi-family buildings and restrict future rents to be affordable to households that earn extremely low to moderate incomes, and/or (2) the construction of new deed-restricted affordable housing. In order for asset managers to access these types of bonds, Cities must join a Joint Powers Authority (JPA) and authorize the JPA to issue these bonds on behalf of the City. The asset manager then purchases the multi-family buildings or initiates new development, using only money from the bond financing, and sets the rents to be affordable to low- to moderateincome households. Municipal ownership reduces or eliminates the property tax burden and reduces the financing interest costs due to the tax-exempt bond, reducing the carrying cost of the property and allowing the reduced rents to be realized.

Program 3-2: Funding for Affordable and Special Needs Housing Continue to seek available funding for lower income and special needs housing to provide affordable housing and special needs housing that addresses the City’s priorities and the Quantified Objectives for 58 new affordable units. Funding for housing shall include the following actions:
• Support applicants of discretionary projects for County, State, Federal, or other funding applications for affordable (extremely low, very low, and low income) and special needs (seniors, homeless, at-risk of homelessness, large households, disabled persons, developmentally disabled persons, female-headed households, agricultural workers etc.) housing programs, including the Affordable Housing Innovation Program funds, BEGIN, CalHome, Emergency Housing and Assistance Program Capital Development, Housing Related Parks Program, Low Income Housing Tax Credits Multifamily Housing Program – General and Supportive Housing Components, Predevelopment Loan Program, and Transit-Oriented Development Housing Program. Continue to prioritize support of applications for discretionary projects that provide a significant percentage of units to serve the City’s extremely low-income, very low-income, transitional/supportive, senior, or large family housing needs.
• Continue the Housing Fund, with contributions collected from private and public sources to implement and/or supplement the City's housing programs. Use the Housing Fund to make housing available to very low- to moderate-income Cotati residents, with an emphasis on very low- and low-income units for individuals and large families, affordable senior housing, and transitional/supportive housing. 27 of 335
Program 3-5: Review Processing Fees
Pursue use of Housing Fund dollars to subsidize the development impact fees of extremely low, very low, and low-income units, where the City fell short of 5th Cycle RHNA targets.

Ensure compliance with SB 330 (Housing Accountability Act), and adherence to streamlining deadlines, thereby reducing the overall cost of housing developments by mitigating unnecessary delays. Ensure compliance with AB 602, as detailed in Program 5-4.

Conduct comprehensive review of processing fees and procedures to identify potential constraints to housing development
Program 4-1: Anti-Displacement Actions (portion)
Lower and moderate-income renters are at increased risk of displacement. The City shall take measures to reduce the risk of displacement through the City, especially in areas of increased investment and development, through the following actions:
• Pursue grant opportunities to create a residential rehabilitation program for lower income residents. Work with the Community Development Commission to apply for HOME, CalHome, and CDBG funds, as well as promote Section 504 Home Repair Program loans and grants to provide housing rehabilitation loans and weatherization services for income-eligible households to improve living conditions. Strive to expand application rates by 10% annually throughout the planning period.

Financial Considerations
There is no adverse impact on the City’s General Fund. The PIP grant request of up to $650,000 carries no matching fund requirement. Applying for these funds will increase the City’s available resources to support affordable housing projects and help fulfill the programs outlined in the City’s Housing Element. These funds, if awarded, will go directly into the City’s Affordable Housing Fund.

Environmental Issues
Applying for grant funding is not considered a project under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and is therefore exempt from CEQA review pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15378(b)(4). Any project that may be developed with grant funds will be reviewed for CEQA compliance once the project details are known.
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What is the
Prohousing
Incentive
Program?
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PROHOUSING INCENTIVE (PIP)

PROGRAM
PIP is intended to reward Prohousing
jurisdictions with additional funding to
accelerate affordable housing
production and support preservation
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PIP Overview • Designed to reward Prohousing designated local governments with funding to support housing policies and programs • Eligible uses: predevelopment and development of affordable housing, accessibility modification,
homeownership opportunities, assisting person
experiencing or at risk of homelessness and much
more
• Jurisdictions that have not received PIP funding in the past will be prioritized in new rounds
• On June 12, 2023, HCD announced 18 jurisdictions to
receive more than $33 million as part of the first round of Prohousing Incentive Pilot Program Funding
• On August 1, 2024, PIP Round 2 awarded over $15 million to 19 jurisdictions
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PIP Program Requirements
• Eligible Applicants may submit a PIP application
simultaneously with the PDP application, or after submitting the PDP application Threshold
• Similar uses as Permanent Local Housing Eligible Uses Allocation (PLHA) and SB 2 Planning Grant • Geographic Categories Award Amounts • Base + Bonus Awards *PIP Awards cannot be made until Prohousing Designation is conferred
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Awardees
Round 1
• Southern California
• City of San Diego: $5,000,000
• City of Riverside: $2,440,000
• County of San Diego: $2,400,000
• City of Los Angeles: $4,900,000
• City of Needles: $445,000
• Bay Area
• City of Emeryville: $575,000
• City of Redwood City: $890,000
• City of Oakland: $2,390,000
• City of El Cerrito: $620,000
• San Joaquin Valley
• City of Stockton: $2,370,000
• City of Fresno: $2,064,891.45

PIP DISTRIBUTION
• Sacramento Area
• City of Sacramento: $2,500,000
• City of West Sacramento: $970,000
• Yuba County: $960,000
• City of Rancho Cordova: $960,000
• City of Roseville: $1,610,000
• Central Coast
• City of Salinas: $1,650,000
• North State and Sierra Nevada
• City of Ukiah: $455,000
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Awardees
Round 2
• Southern California
• City of Santa Monica: $1,000,000
• City of West Hollywood: $750,000
• City of Brea: $660,000
• City of Rancho Cucamonga: $1,150,000
• City of Fontana: $1,090,000
• Bay Area
• City of Pinole: $650,000
• City of Berkeley: $1,250,000
• City of Rohnert Park: $670,000
• City of Healdsburg: $560,000
• City of South San Francisco: $890,000
• City of Mountain View: $870,000
• City of Petaluma: $840,000
• City of Fairfield: $774,253.08

PIP DISTRIBUTION
• Sacramento Area
• City of Citrus Heights: $960,000
• City of South Lake Tahoe: $620,000
• Central Coast
• City of Santa Cruz: $500,000
• City of San Luis Obispo: $750,000
• North State and Sierra Nevada
• City of Crescent City: $650,000
• City of Eureka: $630,000
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Project Examples
City of Rohnert Park
Financial incentive of $670,000 for
predevelopment and/or development of
affordable housing in Downtown.

City of Citrus Heights
Partnership with Habitat for Humanity to
design, develop, and construct 26 new
single-family units for very low- and lowincome families.

City of Santa Monica
Allocation of $1,000,000 towards
preventing homelessness through shortterm rental assistance for vulnerable renters.

PIP DISTRIBUTION
City of Mountain View
Allocation of funds for architectural drawings,
design/engineering/green building consulting,
environmental consulting, local permit fees, and
administration costs for a housing project.

City of San Luis Obispo
Allocation of $750,000 from Affordable Housing
Fund to support affordable housing construction,
prioritizing the Transitions Mental Health
Association Palm Street Studios project.
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PROHOUSING PROGRAM INFORMATION
• Technical Assistance is currently being provided through [email protected].
• FAQs are available at https://www.hcd.ca.gov/planning-and-communitydevelopment/prohousing-designation-program. • Subscribe to HCD’s Email Signup to be notified of any program updates. 36 of 335
Prohousing Incentive Program
(PIP)
2025 Application for Local Governments
State of California
Governor, Gavin Newsom
Tomiquia Moss, Secretary
Business, Consumer Services and Housing Agency
Gustavo Velasquez, Director
Department of Housing and Community Development
Megan Kirkeby, Deputy Director
Division of Housing Policy Development
Final Filing Date: March 31, 2026
651 Bannon Street, Suite 400 Sacramento, CA 95811
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Website: https://www.hcd.ca.gov/grants-and-funding/programs-active/prohousingincentive-program Email: [email protected]
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Prohousing Incentive Program (PIP) Application Instructions The applicant is applying to the Department of Housing and Community Development (Department) for a grant authorized under the provisions pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 50470(2)(C)(i). PIP is designed to encourage cities and counties to achieve Prohousing Designation. Please refer to the PIP Guidelines and September 2024 Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for detailed information on eligible uses and awards. If you have questions regarding this application or the PIP Program, email [email protected] approved for funding, the PIP application is incorporated as part of your Standard Agreement with the Department. To be considered for funding, all sections of this application, including attachments if required, must be complete and accurate.In order to be considered for funding, all applicants must submit a complete, signed application to [email protected] by March 31, 2026. Pursuant to Section 202 of the PIP Guidelines, all applicants must meet the following threshold requirements to be eligible for funding:

An adopted housing element in substantial compliance, as determined by the Department, pursuant to Housing Element Law (Article 10.6 of Gov. Code) in accordance with Government Code section 65585, subdivision (h).

Threshold Requirements
Demonstration of meeting threshold criteria shall be determined by the Department in its sole and absolute discretion. No documentation of meeting threshold requirements is required in the application unless requested by the Department.

Housing Element Annual Progress Report submittal pursuant to Government Code Section 65400 for the current or prior year, as applicable.Prohousing Designation: An awarded or completed Prohousing Designation Application with an authorizing resolution must be submitted prior to or in conjunction with the Applicant’s PIP Application. PIP Awards cannot be made until a Prohousing Designation is awarded. A complete application as determined by the Department. An authorizing resolution authorizing submittal of the application to the Program that materially comports with the Program’s requirements and is legally sufficient as determined in the Department’s reasonable discretion, including an authorized representative. See Attachment B of the PIP Guidelines for required resolution format.

Compliance with state and federal housing laws as determined by the sole discretion of HCD. 39 of 335
Applicant
Applicant Agency TypeMailing AddressCity Zip CodeCountyWebsiteTINAuthorized Representative NameAuthorized Representative TitlePhone FaxEmailContact Person NameContact Person TitlePhone FaxEmailSignature DateName Title Applicant Information
As the official designated by the governing body (authorized representative above and in resolution), I hereby certify that, if approved by HCD for funding through PIP, the applicant assumes the responsibilities specified in the NOFA and certifies that the information, statements, and other contents contained in this application are true and correct. 40 of 335
Jurisdiction Name Eligible Base Award
Geographic Category Bonus Award Amount:Prohousing Designation Application Score Total Award #N/A Award Amount
#N/A
#N/A
Click the dropdown menu to choose a jurisdiction. The geographic category and base award will auto-populate. If the jurisdiction has obtained Prohousing Designation at the time of PIP application submittal, enter in the Prohousing Designation applicant score. Population projections are based on the Department of Finance E-1 January 1, 2025 estimates. https://dof.ca.gov/Forecasting/Demographics/estimates-e1/ $ -
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Proposed Activity
End Eligible Use Category Notes
Subtask(s)
Est. Cost Begin Statement of Work Plan
Eligible Applicants must use award funds towards any planning or implementation activities related to housing and community development including, but not limited to, any eligible uses pursuant to Health and Safety Code section 50470(b)(2)(D), as described below. Please indicate which of the following the applicant will use award funds toward:

Eligible Uses
Objective
(v) Capitalized reserves for services connected to the creation of new permanent supportive housing, including, but not limited to, developments funded through the Veterans Housing and Homelessness Prevention Bond Act of 2014. (vi) Assisting persons who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness, including providing rapid rehousing, rental assistance, navigation centers, emergency shelters, and the new construction, rehabilitation, and preservation of permanent and transitional housing. (i) The predevelopment, development, acquisition, rehabilitation, and preservation of multifamily, residential live-work, rental housing that is affordable to extremely low, very low, low-, and moderate-income households, including necessary operating subsidies.(ii) Affordable rental and ownership housing that meets the needs of a growing workforce earning up to 120 percent of area median income, or 150 percent of area median income in high-cost areas.(iii) Matching portions of funds placed into local or regional housing trust funds.(vii) Accessibility modifications.(viii) Efforts to acquire and rehabilitate foreclosed or vacant homes.(ix) Homeownership opportunities, including, but not limited to, downpayment assistance.(x) Fiscal incentives or matching funds to local agencies that approve new housing for extremely low, very low, low-, and moderate-income households. (iv) Matching portions of funds available through the Low and Moderate Income Housing Asset Fund pursuant to subdivision (d) of Section 34176 of the Health and Safety Code.

Responsible Party
Summary of Proposed Activities
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RESOLUTION NO.

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COTATI

AUTHORIZING APPLICATION FOR, AND RECEIPT OF, PROHOUSING

INCENTIVE PROGRAM FUNDS
WHEREAS, pursuant to Health and Safety Code 50470 et. Seq, the California Department of Housing and Community Development (Department) is authorized to issue Guidelines as part of an incentive program (hereinafter referred to by the Department as the Prohousing Incentive Program or “PIP”); and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Cotati desires to submit a PIP grant application package (“Application”), on the forms provided by the Department, for approval of grant funding for eligible activities toward planning and implementation activities related to housing and community development as a result of meeting eligibility criteria including but not limited to Prohousing Designation; and
WHEREAS, the Department has issued Guidelines and Application on September 30, 2025, in the amount of $8,000,000 for PIP;
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Cotati (“Applicant”) resolves as follows:

SECTION 1. The City Manager is hereby authorized and directed to submit an Application to the Department in response to the NOFA, and to apply for the PIP grant funds in a total amount not to exceed $650,000;
SECTION 2. In connection with the PIP grant, if the Application is approved by the Department, the City Manager of the City of Cotati is authorized and directed to enter into, execute, and deliver on behalf of the Applicant, a State of California Agreement (Standard Agreement) for the amount of $650,000, and any and all other documents required or deemed necessary or appropriate to evidence and secure the PIP grant, the Applicant’s obligations related thereto, and all amendments thereto; and
SECTION 3. The Applicant shall be subject to the terms and conditions as specified in the Guidelines, and the Standard Agreement provided by the Department after approval. The Application and any and all accompanying documents are incorporated in full as part of the Standard Agreement. Any and all activities funded, information provided, and timelines represented in the Application will be enforceable through the fully executed Standard Agreement. Pursuant to the Guidelines and in conjunction with the terms of the Standard Agreement, the Applicant hereby agrees to use the funds for eligible uses and allowable expenditures in the manner presented and specifically identified in the approved Application. 43 of 335
IT IS HEREBY CERTIFIED that the foregoing resolution was duly adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Cotati held on March 10, 2026, by the following vote, to wit:

RESULT:

MOVER:

SECONDER:

AYES:

Approved:__________________________
Mayor
Attest: _____________________________
Kevin Patterson, City Clerk
Approved as to form:
______________________________
City Attorney
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Cotati City Council
Agenda Staff Report
Item type: CONSENT CALENDAR (ACTION)
To: City Council
Subject: ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION AWARDING THE
CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR THE 2026 PAVEMENT
PRESERVATION PROJECT TO AMERICAN ASPHALT, INC.

AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE

THE AGREEMENT WITH GREEN VALLEY CONSULTING

ENGINEERS
Date: March 10, 2026
Written by: Craig Scott, Director of Public Works/City Engineer Recommendation
It is recommended the City Council adopt a resolution awarding the construction contract for the 2026 Street Improvement Project to American Asphalt, Inc. and authorizing the City Manager to execute the construction contract and construction management and inspection services agreement with Green Valley Consulting Engineers and any needed change orders or amendments to supporting professional agreements up to the authorized Project amount.

Background
The City’s Five-Year Capital Improvements Plan includes a list of street paving projects. The paving projects are based on a Pavement Management Program (PMP), updated every 2 years, which guides the identification and prioritization of street pavement maintenance projects. The PMP provides strategies to prioritize the annual roadway projects based on their condition and treatment costs. Pavement maintenance projects are significantly funded by, and made possible by Measure S, the City’s local revenue measure, grant matching funds, as well as the street financing issued in 2022. The City Council continues to prioritize street repair and maintenance to reduce long-term maintenance costs. Since July 2020, the City has completed approximately $15.9 million in roadway improvements, increasing the Pavement Condition Index (PCI) to the mid-70’s. These investments have made considerable progress in improving the condition of our roadways, making Cotati’s streets among the best in Sonoma County. 45 of 335
Analysis/Discussion
The 2026 Pavement Preservation Project (Project) is included in the City’s current Five-Year Capital Improvement Program. The total Base Bid work is to slurry seal East Cotati Avenue from Baytree Circle east to the City limits (including restamping the crosswalks at Santero Way), repair the crosswalk across Old Redwood Highway at William Street, repair a failed pavement section in Old Redwood Highway Northbound by the Veteran’s Memorial Park, and the repair of failed areas (dig outs and crack sealing) in Old Redwood Highway between William/George and Highway 116.

The bid documents were finalized, and the Project was advertised for bidding on February 6, 2026. On March 3, 2026, 4 bids were received, with the lowest bid provided by American Asphalt, Inc for a total base bid amount of $462,471.29 which is 5.9 percent above the Engineer’s estimate. The bid summary is attached. The low bid was reviewed and determined to be responsive and is recommended for award.

In August 2024, City Staff conducted a consultant selection process and selected Green Valley Consulting Engineers as being the best qualified to perform construction management services for pavement maintenance projects. City staff requested and Green Valley Consulting Engineers provided a proposal for Construction Management and Inspection services for the Project and City staff have reviewed the proposal and finds it to be fair and reasonable and recommends it for approval.

This project was bid in 2025 as a larger project and all bids were rejected. Repackaging the construction documents for a re-bid process incurred added effort for the design engineering firm, Harris & Associates. As a result, Harris & Associates submitted an amendment request for an additional $32,990, bringing their total contract to $123,500.

Financial Considerations
The City’s adopted FY25/26 Budget includes $1,065,000 for this project. Total project costs proposed to be budgeted follows:

Construction Management $ 90,000
Design $123,500
Construction $463,000
Construction Contingency (10%) $ 46,300
Total Budget $722,800
With this adjusted total staff are proposing to release $342,200 back to the Capital Outlay Fund for Future projects, outlined within the attached budget adjustment.

The Project was included in the list of projects provided for receipt of the Road Maintenance and Road Rehabilitation (aka SB1) funding and is to be completed within Fiscal Year 25/26.

Environmental Issues
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The awarding and execution of the contracts involve an administrative activity that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment. Therefore, the proposed action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Section 15378 on the grounds that this action is not a project which has a potential for resulting in either a direct physical change in the environment, or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment. Moreover, the 2026 Pavement Preservation Project consists of the operation, repair, maintenance, permitting, leasing, licensing, or minor alteration of existing public or private structures, facilities, mechanical equipment, or topographical features, involving negligible or no expansion of the existing or former use, and is therefore found to qualify for a Class 1 Categorical Exemption under CEQA Guidelines Section 15301. 47 of 335
RESOLUTION NO. (XX)

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COTATI AWARDING THE CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR THE 2026 STREET PRESERVATION PROJECT TO AMERICAN ASPHALT REPAIR & RESURFACING CO., INC AND

AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE CONSTRUCTION

CONTRACT AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AND INSPECTION

SERVICES AGREEMENT, DESIGN AMENDMENTS AND ANY NEEDED CHANGE

ORDERS AND AMENDMENTS, UP TO THE AUTHORIZED PROJECT BUDGET AMOUNT.

WHEREAS, the City’s Five-Year Capital Improvements Program includes a list of street paving projects, and the paving projects are based on a Pavement Management Program (PMP), updated every 2 years, which guides the identification and prioritization of street pavement maintenance projects; and
WHEREAS, the 2026 Street Preservation Project (Project) is included in the City’s current Five-Year Capital Improvement Program; and
WHEREAS, the total Base Bid work is to slurry seal of East Cotati Avenue from Baytree Circle east to the City limits, repair the crosswalk across Old Redwood Highway at William Street, repair a failed pavement section in Old Redwood Highway Northbound by the Veteran’s Memorial Park, and the repair of failed areas (dig outs and crack sealing) in Old Redwood Highway between William/George and Highway 116; and WHEREAS, bid documents were finalized and the Project was advertised for bidding on February 6, 2026; and four bids were received on March 3, 2026, with the low bid provided by American Asphalt Repair & Resurfacing Co., Inc for a total base bid amount of $462,471.29 which was reviewed and determined to be responsive and is recommended for award; and WHEREAS, in August 2024, City Staff conducted a consultant selection process and selected Green Valley Consulting Engineers, based on their being best qualified to perform construction management services for pavement maintenance projects; and WHEREAS, City staff requested and Green Valley Consulting Engineer’s provided a proposal for Construction Management and Inspection services for the Project and City staff has reviewed the proposal and finds it to be fair and reasonable and recommends it for approval; and WHEREAS, the City’s adopted FY25/26 Budget includes $1,065,000 for this project, and the adjusted project has a revised budget of $722,800 accounting for the design agreement, construction contract, Construction Management professional services, engineering services during construction, and a 10 percent contingency, as such, and an amount of $342,200 is to be removed from the FY appropriations and the project budget with a budget amendment; and WHEREAS, the Project is Categorically Exempt under Section 15301 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines as it consists of the repair and maintenance of an existing facility.
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NOW THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Cotati that:

1. All of the above recitals are true and correct and incorporated herein by reference; and

2. The construction contract for the Project is awarded to American Asphalt Repair & Resurfacing Co., Inc for $462,471; and

3. The Construction Management and Inspection Agreement with Green Valley Consulting Engineers for $89,180, is approved; and

4. The City Manager (or designee) is authorized to execute the construction contract for the Project, the construction management and inspection agreement, and any needed change orders, amendments and miscellaneous Project expenses, including design, up to the Project’s budgeted amount of $722,800.

5. Approve the provided budget adjustment reducing the allocated funds from the capital outlay fund and reducing the total budget amount for the project.

IT IS HEREBY CERTIFIED that the foregoing resolution was duly adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Cotati held on March 10, 2026, by the following vote, to wit:

Approved:___________________________
Mayor
Attest:______________________________
Kevin Patterson, Deputy City Clerk
Approved as to form:______________________________
City Attorney
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Bidder #1 Bidder #2
Item # Quantity Unit Unit Cost Budget Unit Cost Budget Unit Cost Budget Base Bid
Mobilization 1 LS $15,000.00 $15,000.00 $15,000.00 $15,000.00 $50,000.00 $50,000.00 Traffic Control and Construction Area Signs 1 LS $18,000.00 $18,000.00 $46,500.00 $46,500.00 $70,000.00 $70,000.00 Storm Water Pollution Prevention 1 LS $7,875.00 $7,875.00 $3,000.00 $3,000.00 $5,000.00 $5,000.00 Unsuitable Subgrade (Revocable if not used) 113 CY $160.00 $18,080.00 $50.00 $5,650.00 $145.00 $16,385.00 Slurry Seal 21,500 SY $4.30 $92,450.00 $4.10 $88,150.00 $2.73 $58,695.00 Crack Seal 1 LS $19,500.00 $19,500.00 $25,000.00 $25,000.00 $19,000.00 $19,000.00 4" HMA Base Repair 5,675 SF $10.00 $56,750.00 $18.27 $103,682.25 $18.00 $102,150.00 Install Crosswalk (Thermoplastic 480 SF $10.50 $5,040.00 $10.00 $4,800.00 $10.00 $4,800.00 Install 12" Stripe (W) (Thermoplastic) 2,160 LF $8.00 $17,280.00 $10.00 $21,600.00 $10.00 $21,600.00 Install 24" Stripe (W) (Thermoplastic) 150 LF $16.00 $2,400.00 $16.00 $2,400.00 $16.00 $2,400.00 Install Caltrans Striping Detail 9 (Thermoplastic) 4,390 LF $1.60 $7,024.00 $1.00 $4,390.00 $1.00 $4,390.00 Install Caltrans Striping Detail 22 (Thermoplastic) 1,080 LF $6.10 $6,588.00 $4.00 $4,320.00 $4.00 $4,320.00 Install Caltrans Striping Detail 32 (Thermoplastic) 1,950 LF $8.00 $15,600.00 $6.00 $11,700.00 $6.00 $11,700.00 Install Caltrans Striping Detail 38 (Thermoplastic) 800 LF $4.50 $3,600.00 $3.00 $2,400.00 $3.00 $2,400.00 Install Caltrans Striping Detail 38 (Thermoplastic) 3,570 LF $3.40 $12,138.00 $2.00 $7,140.00 $2.00 $7,140.00 Install Caltrans Striping Detail 39A (Thermoplastic) 800 LF $2.40 $1,920.00 $2.00 $1,600.00 $2.00 $1,600.00 Install Caltrans Striping Detail 40 (Thermoplastic) 50 LF $5.00 $250.00 $10.00 $500.00 $10.00 $500.00 Install Caltrans Striping Detail 40 (Thermoplastic) 1,470 SF $8.00 $11,760.00 $12.00 $17,640.00 $12.00 $17,640.00 Install Blue Fire Hydrant Marker 12 EA $15.00 $180.00 $20.00 $240.00 $20.00 $240.00 Detector Loop Modified Type E 2 EA $950.00 $1,900.00 $1,400.00 $2,800.00 $910.00 $1,820.00 Detector Loop Type E 8 EA $580.00 $4,640.00 $1,400.00 $11,200.00 $710.00 $5,680.00 Stamped Asphalt Concrete Crosswalk 1,789 SF $57.00 $101,973.00 $35.36 $63,259.04 $41.00 $73,349.00 Construct Speed Cushion 2 EA $2,500.00 $5,000.00 $8,000.00 $16,000.00 $6,000.00 $12,000.00 Install New Sign (Revocable if not used) 4 EA $300.00 $1,200.00 $200.00 $800.00 $200.00 $800.00 Install New Post (Revocable if not used) 2 EA $450.00 $900.00 $450.00 $900.00 $450.00 $900.00 Mill 3" T-Cut and Place 3" HMA 180 SF $54.00 $9,720.00 $10.00 $1,800.00 $60.00 $10,800.00 Base Bid Total $436,768.00 $462,471.29 $505,309.00
Engineer's Estimate American Asphalt Argonaut

BID TAB SUMMARY SHEET
2026 Pavement Preservation Project Located in the City of Cotati Bid Opening Date: 03/3/2026
Engineer's Estimate: 436,768
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Item # Quantity Unit
Base Bid
Mobilization 1 LS
Traffic Control and Construction Area Signs 1 LS
Storm Water Pollution Prevention 1 LS
Unsuitable Subgrade (Revocable if not used) 113 CY
Slurry Seal 21,500 SY
Crack Seal 1 LS
4" HMA Base Repair 5,675 SF
Install Crosswalk (Thermoplastic 480 SF
Install 12" Stripe (W) (Thermoplastic) 2,160 LF
Install 24" Stripe (W) (Thermoplastic) 150 LF
Install Caltrans Striping Detail 9 (Thermoplastic) 4,390 LF Install Caltrans Striping Detail 22 (Thermoplastic) 1,080 LF Install Caltrans Striping Detail 32 (Thermoplastic) 1,950 LF Install Caltrans Striping Detail 38 (Thermoplastic) 800 LF Install Caltrans Striping Detail 38 (Thermoplastic) 3,570 LF Install Caltrans Striping Detail 39A (Thermoplastic) 800 LF Install Caltrans Striping Detail 40 (Thermoplastic) 50 LF Install Caltrans Striping Detail 40 (Thermoplastic) 1,470 SF Install Blue Fire Hydrant Marker 12 EA
Detector Loop Modified Type E 2 EA
Detector Loop Type E 8 EA
Stamped Asphalt Concrete Crosswalk 1,789 SF
Construct Speed Cushion 2 EA
Install New Sign (Revocable if not used) 4 EA
Install New Post (Revocable if not used) 2 EA
Mill 3" T-Cut and Place 3" HMA 180 SF
Base Bid Total

BID TAB SUMMARY SHEET
2026 Pavement Preservation Project Located in the City of Cotati Bid Opening Date: 03/3/2026
Engineer's Estimate: 436,768
Bidder #3 Bidder #4
Unit Cost Budget Unit Cost Budget
$35,500.00 $35,500.00 $19,940.00 $19,940.00
$81,000.00 $81,000.00 $106,712.55 $106,712.55
$6,000.00 $6,000.00 $2,700.00 $2,700.00
$94.50 $10,678.50 $97.20 $10,983.60
$4.34 $93,310.00 $6.85 $147,275.00
$26,000.00 $26,000.00 $22,859.28 $22,859.28
$13.65 $77,463.75 $14.04 $79,677.00
$10.50 $5,040.00 $10.80 $5,184.00
$10.50 $22,680.00 $10.80 $23,328.00
$16.80 $2,520.00 $17.28 $2,592.00
$1.05 $4,609.50 $1.08 $4,741.20
$4.20 $4,536.00 $4.32 $4,665.60
$6.30 $12,285.00 $6.48 $12,636.00
$3.15 $2,520.00 $3.24 $2,592.00
$2.10 $7,497.00 $2.16 $7,711.20
$2.10 $1,680.00 $2.16 $1,728.00
$10.50 $525.00 $10.80 $540.00
$12.60 $18,522.00 $12.96 $19,051.20
$21.00 $252.00 $21.60 $259.20
$955.00 $1,910.00 $982.80 $1,965.60
$745.00 $5,960.00 $766.80 $6,134.40
$46.40 $83,009.60 $47.73 $85,388.97
$6,200.00 $12,400.00 $6,393.60 $12,787.20
$210.00 $840.00 $216.00 $864.00
$472.50 $945.00 $486.00 $972.00
$31.50 $5,670.00 $32.40 $5,832.00
$523,353.35 $589,120.00
American Pavement Systems VSS International
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Detailed Fee Estimate for Construction Management & Inspection Phases Jan Feb March Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Total Cost Pre-Construction $ 1410,00.

Construction Management $ 59840,00.

Project Closeout $ 4350,00.

Hourly Rates
01/01/26 - 12/31/26
Project Manager Liz Ellis $200.00 2 2 $ 400.00 Construction Manager TBD $180.00 16 16 $ 2,880.00 Field Superintendent Mel Manni $175.00 0 $ - Construction Inspection Johnny, Matt, or Joey $165.00 4 4 $ 660.00 Administration Annie Kohl $85.00 2 2 $ 170.00
24 24 $ 00
Project Manager Liz Ellis $180.00 4 4 8 $ 1,440.00 Construction Manager TBD $180.00 60 30 90 $ 16,200.00 Field Superintendent Mel Manni $170.00 4 4 8 $ 1,360.00 Construction Inspection - Day TBD $165.00 160 80 240 $ 39,600.00 Construction Inspection - Day (OT) TBD $185.00 0 $ - Administration Annie Kohl $85.00 2 2 4 $ 340.00
230 120 350 $ 00.04
Project Manager Liz Ellis $200.00 2 2 $ 400.00 Construction Manager TBD $180.00 16 16 $ 2,880.00 Field Superintendent Mel Manni $175.00 0 $ - Construction Inspection Johnny, Matt, or Joey $165.00 0 $ - Administration Annie Kohl $85.00 2 2 $ 170.00
20 20 $ 00
24 230 120 20 394 $ 66,500.00
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Subconsultants Total Cost
Total Cost:
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Total Cost
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Task 3 - Closeout and Record Drawings
February 20, 2026
Total Cost
Task 2 - Construction Management
Aug Sep
Project Schedule
Project Information
Role Staff
Task 1 - Pre-Construction Meeting & Start-Up
Jan Jnu Jlu Nvo Dec
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Total Not-to-Exceed
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Task 1 Subtotal:
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2026 Pavement Preservation Project (PA #091)
Task 2 Subtotal:

Direct Costs
Inspector Vehicle
Subconsultants Subtotal:

Oct
Project Notes:1. Project duration is based on 30 working days.2. Hours and cost listed on this fee sheet are an estimate only; actual hours and cost will be based on the schedule provided by the contrator. Inspector hours are based on the contractor working 8 hours per day with minimal to no overtime.3. Construction Manager hours are based on 3 hours per day.4. Night Work is considered a Night Shift and will be billed at $200/hr.5. NO Night Inspection assumed for an this project.6. Inspector rates increase 5% per fiscal year.7. Subconsultant fees are NOT MARKED UP. 52 of 335 3/5/2026 4:40:23 PM Page 1 of 3
Budget Adjustment Register
Cotati, CA Adjustment Detail
Packet: GLPKT14411 - 2026 Street Preservation Adjustment 03/10/2026
Adjustment Number Budget Code Description Adjustment Date BA0000086 Adopted Budget for FY 202… Adjust Budget - Decreased Scope for 2026 Preserv. 3/10/2026 The scope of the 2026 Street Project was adjusted from a PreservaƟon and Rehab to PreservaƟon Only based on bid's provided in Fall 2025. Revised scope provided bids for a project not to exceed $722,800 from the original budget of $1,065,000. As such decresding expenditures as well as funding sources and returning unappropriated funds.

Summary Description:

Account Number Account Name Adjustment Description Adjustment Before After 604-00-81000-000000 OPER TRANS OUT-CPTL OUTLA -342,200.00 Adjust Budget - Decreased Scope for 2026 Pre 257,800.00 600,000.00 March: -342,200.00
605-19-67000-49PWGL OPER TRANS IN - STREET IMPR 342,200.00 Adjust Budget - Decreased Scope for 2026 Pre -777,800.00 -1,120,000.00 March: 342,200.00
605-19-91300-49PWGL STREET IMPROVEMENTS Adjust Budget - Decreased Scope for 2026 Pre 777,800.00 1,120,000.00 -342,200.00 March: -342,200.00
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Budget Budget Description Account Account Description After Budget Code Summary
Before Adjustment
2025-2026 Adopted Budget for FY 202 604-00-81000-000000 OPER TRANS OUT-CPTL OUTLAY 600,000.00 -342,200.00 257,800.00 605-19-67000-49PWGL OPER TRANS IN - STREET IMPRV. -1,120,000.00 342,200.00 -777,800.00 605-19-91300-49PWGL STREET IMPROVEMENTS 1,120,000.00 -342,200.00 777,800.00 2025-2026 Total: 600,000.00 257,800.00 -342,200.00
Grand Total: 600,000.00 257,800.00 -342,200.00
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Fund After
Fund Summary
Before Adjustment
Budget Code:2025-2026 - Adopted Budget for FY 2025/26 Fiscal: 2025-2026 604 600,000.00 -342,200.00 257,800.00
605 0.00 0.00 0.00
Budget Code 2025-2026 Total: 600,000.00 257,800.00 -342,200.00 Grand Total: 600,000.00 257,800.00 -342,200.00
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Cotati City Council
Agenda Staff Report
Item type: REGULAR AGENDA (ACTION)
To: City Council
Subject: SELECTION OF CITY COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEE FOR

RECOLOGY FRANCHISE AGREEMENT
Date: March 10, 2026
Written by: Damien O'Bid, City Manager
Recommendation
It is recommended that the City Council adopt a motion assigning two City Councilmembers to an Ad Hoc Committee to review the Detailed Rate Review and potential updates to the rate structure and the City’s solid waste franchise agreement with Recology.

Background
As is common among cities in California, the City of Cotati (City) franchises the function of solid waste collection to a contractor that performs this service on behalf of the City. In Sonoma County, the cities of Cloverdale, Healdsburg, Santa Rosa, Rohnert Park, Cotati and Petaluma, as well as the County of Sonoma, contract with Recology Sonoma-Marin (Recology). The cities of Windsor and Sebastopol currently contract with Sonoma County Resource Recovery (SCRR).

The City of Sonoma contracts with Sonoma Garbage Collectors (SGC).

On March 27, 2013, the City Council entered into a franchise agreement with Redwood Empire Disposal, Inc. (RED), for the exclusive right to provide refuse collection, including construction and demolition debris, in the City of Cotati (City). RED was owned by the Ratto Group. On December 23, 2017, Recology Sonoma Marin (Recology) officially purchased Ratto’s assets and took over the remainder of the Franchise Agreement with the City. The City’s Franchise Agreement (Agreement) with Recology was set to expire on June 30, 2023.

On December 14, 2021, the City introduced an ordinance amending Chapter 8.08 (Solid Waste Management) to conform with the requirements of SB 1383 (Organics). This was followed by an amendment to the Agreement with Recology on June 28, 2022, in coordination with Zero Waste Sonoma, to meet the various new requirements of SB 1383. Included in this amendment 56 of 335
was an extension of the Agreement for 5 years to June 30, 2028.

Analysis/Discussion
Under the current Agreement, Recology is entitled to an annual rate increase of 70% of the Bay Area consumer price index. Additionally, Recology can petition for a Detailed Rate Review (DRR) under certain conditions, including:
• Changes in the cost due to new services or City fees. • Changes in the cost of transporting solid waste when the City requires a specified disposal facility.
• Changes in state or local fees.
• Changes in the scope of the Agreement.
• If the cost of operation exceeds gross revenue.

In accordance with the terms of the Agreement, Recology recently applied for a DRR. To efficiently review the DRR, which may also include potential revisions to the Agreement and rate structure, it is recommended that the City Council appoint two Councilmembers to an Ad Hoc committee. If formed, the Ad Hoc committee will review the materials and make a recommendation to the full City Council at a future meeting date.

It is expected that the Ad Hoc committee would meet periodically (no less than monthly), likely through the end of the current calendar year.

Financial Considerations
There are no direct financial impacts. In accordance with the Agreement, review of the DRR is reimbursable by Recology.

This general rule can be applied to activities which could be subject to the CEQA process, but which logic dictates should not be subject to CEQA review. Therefore, based on the information provided above, the proposed resolution is exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 14.03.021 of the CEQA Guidelines in that there is no possibility that the activity may have a significant impact on the environment.
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Appointments and Assignments for 2026
REVISED 1/23/2026
Name of Committee Current
Member(s)
Alternate

POSITIONS HELD BY COUNCILMEMBERS
Ad-Hoc Sub-Committees
None active.

Regional Committees/Boards
(City Council Appointed)
Assoc. of Bay Area Governments (ABAG) Sylvia Lemus Susan Harvey CRPUSD (Cotati-Rohnert Park Unified School District) 2x2x2x2 Laura Sparks John Savage
N/A
Rohnert Park-Cotati Library Advisory Board John Savage Ben Ford Mayors’ and Councilmembers Legislative Committee Representative John Savage Sylvia Lemus REMIF/CIRA Board of Directors Damien O’Bid Susan Harvey Russian River Watershed Association Ben Ford Laura Sparks Sonoma Clean Power Sylvia Lemus Ben Ford
Sonoma Co. Transportation Authority/Regional Climate Protection Authority (SCTA/RCPA)
Susan Harvey Ben Ford
Sonoma Co. Waste Management Agency (SCWMA/Zero Waste Sonoma) Susan Harvey Sylvia Lemus Sonoma Water Advisory Committee (WAC) Laura Sparks Sylvia Lemus Groundwater Sustainability Agency (Santa Rosa Plain) Susan Harvey Sylvia Lemus League of California Cities’ Annual Meeting Voting Delegate (assigned prior to meeting)
(assigned prior to
meeting)
Liaisons
Cotati Chamber of Commerce Sylvia Lemus John Savage
Rancho-Cotati Rotary Club Susan Harvey Laura Sparks
Regional Committees/Boards
(Appointments as Indicated)
Joint Cotati City Council/Rohnert Park City Council Appointments Sonoma County Homeless Coalition Board of Directors
(Formerly the Continuum of Care Board of Directors)
Sylvia Lemus Jackie Elward
(Rohnert Park)
Mayors’ and Councilmembers’ Association Appointments
Executive Board/City Selection Committee Mayor Vice Mayor League of California Cities’ North Bay Exec. Board Susan Harvey N/A Recommended by City Selection Committee (Appointed by County Board of Supervisors) LAFCO Susan Harvey N/A
Measure “O” Oversight Committee (County Mental Health Tax) Ben Ford N/A

POSITIONS HELD BY COTATI CITIZENS
(APPOINTED BY CITY COUNCIL OR BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, AS NOTED) AB 939 Local Task Force (Board of Supervisors appointment) Mark Soiland N/A Library Commission-Sonoma County Library (City Council appointment) Tina Poles N/A Marin/Sonoma Mosquito Vector Control Dist. (City Council appointment) Susan Harvey N/A Climate Action Advisory Committee
(Cotati RCPA Director appointment, 2 members)
Neil Hancock
Ryan Martin-Dent N/A
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Cotati City Council
Agenda Staff Report
Item type: REGULAR AGENDA (ACTION)
To: City Council
Subject: REVIEW PROPOSED SONOMA WATER TRANSMISSION
SYSTEM BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027 AND

PROVIDE DIRECTION TO CITY'S WATER ADVISORY

COMMITTEE MEMBER
Date: March 10, 2026
Written by: Craig Scott, Director of Public Works/City Engineer Recommendation
It is recommended the City Council adopt a motion providing direction to the City’s Water Advisory Committee Member to endorse the proposed Sonoma Water Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Water Transmission System Budget
Background
Sonoma Water has a Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) comprised of staff from the prime water contractors (specific cities and water districts that purchase water from Sonoma Water, as named in the Restructured Agreement for Water Supply), and a Water Advisory Committee (WAC) comprised of designated elected officials from these same prime water contractors.

At the TAC meeting on March 2, 2026, Sonoma Water presented the attached proposed budget for the TAC consideration and recommendation to the WAC. The TAC unanimously approved the proposed budget. At the prior joint WAC/TAC special meeting on February 9, 2026, the WAC Chair set April 6, 2026, as the special meeting date to have the WAC vote on the proposed FY 26/27 Water Agency water transmission system budget.

Analysis/Discussion
The proposed Budget package prepared by Sonoma Water is attached and contains a summary, table of contents and budget detail sheet. In January, the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) formed a Budget Subcommittee, and the Committee met with Sonoma Water staff over the past six weeks to review the proposed budget. The Committee met several times and sent questions to Sonoma Water Staff. The questions and the response are include as an attachment to this Staff 59 of 335
Report. These questions were responded to and helped guide several iterations of the proposed Budget package. A summary of the changes made from the initial January 22, 2026, draft, are on page vi of the attached Budget package. Of the three distinct changes made to the initial Draft of the budget, one was prompted by a question from the Committee (computation of O&M rates) and the other two were further refinements to the Budget made by Sonoma Water staff resulting in an estimate of increased revenue resulting in a reduction of the proposed rates. An example of a change made by Sonoma Water staff is the added revenue of $300k to the Common Facilities from the Warm Strings Dam Hydropower Retrofit Project which is expected to be operational at the end of Quarter 3 and results in a lowering of the proposed rates.

In accordance with the Restructured Agreement for Water Supply (the wholesale water supply agreement for the prime water contractors, including Cotati), the City’s wholesale water rate is tied to the Petaluma Aqueduct rate. The proposed overall increase to the wholesale water rate for FY 26/27 is 8.97 percent (compared to 10.76 percent for the current year). A table showing prior rate increases back to FY2007/08, is on page 3 of the attachment. Based on the Restructured Agreement for Water Supply, the rates are to be based on the lower of the prior 12- month average or 3-year average. The projected water deliveries for use in the FY26/27 budget, is the 12-month average of 41,776 Acre-Feet (AF).

The water rate is comprised of four groupings of charges as follows: 1) Operations and Maintenance, 2) Aqueduct Facilities Capital Charges, 3) Storage Facilities Capital Charge, and 4) Common Facilities Capital Charge. Page 7 of the attached budget shows the proposed water rate for the aqueducts and broken down by these groups. The rate groupings are each described below.

Operations and Maintenance
This charge consists of a base O&M charge and four sub-charges that together make up the “Total O&M Charge”. The base O&M charge would increase by $76.89/AF (7.47%) due to cost increases for maintenance equipment, permitting costs, SCADA system contributions, utilities, staff labor costs tied to negotiated labor agreements, and other expenditure increases. A summary of the O&M fund changes for FY26/27 compared to the FY25/26 adopted budget is shown on page xii, and changes to the O&M rate, revenues and expenditures are shown on pages xii and xiii of the attached documents.

The four sub-funds within the Total O&M Charge are as follows:

1. Water Management Planning. This sub-fund decreased by $1.94/AF. This sub-charge is used primarily to fund the Urban Water Management Plan and the annual water supply and demand assessment. The plan is required by the State for years ending in zero and five. Using $50k in fund balance. The rate decrease is due to reduced needs due to the 5-year cycle of the Urban Water Management Plan partially offset by lower use of fund balance.

2. Watershed Planning and Restoration. This sub-charge is used primarily to fund activities required for the implementation of the Biological Opinion. This sub-charge would increase by $49,71/AF (108.7%) which is on top of an 14.1% increase in FY25/26. The rate increase is 60 of 335
primarily a result of costs associated with the new Biological Opinion, including Estuary Enhancement, Eel Grass & eDNA monitoring, Dry Creek small scale restoration, Hydrologic Index work, CEQA petitions, and the upper river steelhead migration study and a decrease in the use of fund balance.

3. Recycled Water & Local Supply. This sub-charge is used primarily for funding recycled water and local supply projects. Fiscal Year 2026/27 rate is decreased from $0.14/AF to $0/AF by using fund balance.

4. Water Conservation. This sub-charge is used for funding regional water conservation efforts, such as regional media ads and supporting the regional Sonoma-Marin Water Saving Partnership. This sub-charge is to increase by $8.3/AF (13%) following a 7% increase the prior year. The increased expenditures is primarily associated with negotiated labor rates and outreach programs.

Summaries of the major expenses in each of these sub-funds can be found on pages xiii through xv of the attached Proposed Sonoma Water FY 26/27 Transmission System Budget.

Aqueduct Facilities Capital Charge
A discretionary charge is added by the water Contractors to build fund balance for future aqueduct capital projects and to provide rate stabilization. The Contractors on the Petaluma Aqueduct, Cotati, Rohnert Park and Petaluma, decided to maintain the charge at $10/AF.

Storage Facilities Capital Charge
FY25/26 rate is $50.09 and is to decrease by $4.29/AF (8.6%). The rate is calculated by dividing the annual debt service and reserve requirements by water deliveries. Total Debt service is lower than previous year due to issuance costs tied to the 2026 Bonds for capital projects in the Storage Fund were paid in FY2025/26. The decrease is partially offset by a decrease in budgeted water deliveries.

Common Facilities Capital Charge
The FY25/26 rate is $196.36 and is to decrease by $13.51 (6.9%). The rate is based on revenue requirement for debt service divided by water deliveries. The total debt service is lower than the previous year as issuance costs tied to the 2026 Bonds for capital projects in the Common Fund were paid in FY25/26. The decrease was partially offset by a decrease in budgeted water deliveries.

Petaluma Aqueduct Bond/Loan Charge
This was a new charge in FY25/26 of $15.66/AF to Cotati, Rohnert Park and Petaluma. Petaluma Aqueduct pays an additional revenue bond charge for the bonds associated with Ely BPS Flood Control and Electrical Upgrade and Wilfred Booster Station Projects. The rate is based on revenue requirement for debt service divided by water deliveries. 61 of 335
Financial Considerations
Approval of the budget is expected to result in an increase of 8.97% to the wholesale rate of water that the City purchases from Sonoma Water. Purchases from Sonoma Water account for

32.2% of the City’s total water operating expenses. This follows a 10.76% rate increase for 2025/26. The City’s 5-Year rate model included 12% and 6% increases for Sonoma Water purchases for the FYs 25/26 and 26/27, respectively, which compare to actual percent increases of 10.76% and 8.97%, respectively.

The estimated impact to the City’s water utility budget, however, assumes the City well usage follows historical average which has been 40% of total water supply and, due to equipment failures, FY24/25 well use was only 29 % of total water supply and the City purchased significantly more water from Sonoma Water that year and strained the water utility budget.

Well water is estimated to be a third of the cost per AF than purchased from Sonoma Water. To prevent or make scenarios like what happened in FY 24/25 less likely, the City’s goal is to evaluate its equipment and be proactive in timely maintenance and replacement of this equipment. The current Renewal and Replacement Master Plan effort is expected to be completed by the end of this year and will provide an inventory of equipment and their renewal and replacement needs for each of the City’s well sites. These recommendations are to be included in future City budgets and its five-year CIP.

Environmental Issues
Council action on this item is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) because it does not constitute a project as defined by CEQA Guidelines Section 15378. 62 of 335
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Sonoma Water Background
Sonoma Water is a wholesale water supplier to nine cities and water districts that serve more than 600,000 residents in portions of Sonoma and Marin counties. The Russian River provides most of Sonoma Water’s water supply with groundwater supply from the Santa Rosa Plain as a secondary source.

Under agreements with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Sonoma Water manages the water supply storage in Lake Mendocino and Lake Sonoma to provide a reliable water supply and maintain minimum instream flow requirements for fish and wildlife protection and recreation in the Russian River and Dry Creek. Sonoma Water holds water-right permits issued by the State Water Resources Control Board that authorize Sonoma Water to store up to 122,500 acre-feet per year of water in Lake Mendocino and up to 245,000 acre-feet/year of water in Lake Sonoma.

The primary points of Sonoma Water’s diversion facilities near Forestville include six radial collector wells that extract Russian River underflow that has been filtered through approximately 100 feet of natural sand and gravel. This highly efficient, natural filtration process, with chlorination treatment, produces high-quality, potable water. This water is then fed directly into Sonoma Water's aqueduct system.

The Water Transmission System extends from Sonoma Water’s Russian River diversion facilities located near Forestville to the Santa Rosa, Petaluma, and Sonoma valleys. The Water Transmission System consists of over 85 miles of pipelines, seven booster-pump stations, and 18 storage tanks with a combined storage capacity of 128.8 million gallons. The major pipelines that comprise the system and range in diameter from 16 to 54 inches are:
the Santa Rosa Aqueduct (built in 1959), the Sonoma Aqueduct (built in 1963), the Petaluma Aqueduct (built in 1962), and the Cotati Intertie (built in 1977).

Sonoma Water remains dedicated to serving our communities and securing our future through responsible resource and environmental stewardship, continued technical innovation, investment in critical infrastructure and effective fiscal management.

Recent Highlights
A few highlights of programs and projects that Sonoma Water accomplishes in collaboration with the water contractors and other partners that benefit the community are summarized below. More information can be found on Sonoma Water’s website at: https://www.sonomawater.org. • Santa Rosa Plain Water Supply Resiliency: Reactivated three Santa Rosa Plain Wells, utilizing $6.9 million in Department of Water Resources grant funding for two of the wells, and implemented Aquifer Storage and Recovery for additional water supply reliability and alleviate drought impacts to the water contractors and their customers.
• Regional Water Supply Resiliency: Sonoma Water has worked collaboratively with the water contractors to improve the region’s water supply reliability during periods of water supply shortage due to drought, seismic, and other hazard events. Using Sonoma Water's transmission system as the backbone, Sonoma Water is pursuing development of a Regional Water Bank Implementation Strategy to integrate the most significant regional water storage facilities (Lake Sonoma, groundwater basins, Lake Stafford, and Marin Water reservoirs).
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• Hazard Mitigation: Sonoma Water and its water contractors have invested substantially in efforts to protect water supply infrastructure with continued emphasis on implementing high priority seismic and flood hazard mitigation projects.
• Sonoma-Marin Saving Water Partnership (SMSWP): Sonoma Water is administering a $4 million regional drought resiliency program with a $2 million United States Bureau of Reclamation grant that is being passed through to the water contractors to implement critical drought resiliency programs. • Water, Stormwater, and Energy Education Program: Sonoma Water collaborates with the SMSWP and Sonoma Clean Power to bring its education program annually to more than 16,000 local students. • Dry Creek Habitat Enhancement: Sonoma Water, the water contractors, and the U.S. Army Corps have completed 5 miles of restoration to date. The U.S. Army Corps agreement with Sonoma Water provides a 65 percent cost share to complete fishery habitat restoration work in Dry Creek. • 2025 Russian River Biological Opinion: On April 29, 2025, the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) issued a second Russian River Biological Opinion to the USACE, Sonoma Water, and the Mendocino County Russian River Flood Control and Water Conservation Improvement District. The 2025 Russian River Biological Opinion has a ten-year term and covers the USACE and Sonoma Water’s operations and maintenance activities, including water supply, flood control, channel maintenance and habitat restoration in the Russian River watershed.

Sonoma Water leverages partnerships to implement programs funded from other sources that also benefit the water contractors and the community they serve:
• Quagga Mussels: Sonoma Water collaborates with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, and the California Department of Boating and Waterways on a boat inspection strategy to prevent invasive mussel infestations in Lake Mendocino and Lake Sonoma. • Forecast Informed Reservoir Operations (FIRO): FIRO is an ongoing collaborative program with Sonoma Water, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and a multi-agency steering committee that began in 2012.

FIRO is a flexible water management approach that uses data from watershed monitoring and improved weather forecasting to help water managers selectively retain or release water from reservoirs for increased resilience to droughts and floods. A significant accomplishment in 2025 was the incorporation of FIRO into updates to the water control manual for Coyote Valley Dam and Lake Mendocino. The revised manual redefines the operating rules around flood control schedules for the first time in the dam’s 66-year history by incorporating the principles of modern-day forecast-informed reservoir operations, or FIRO, to enhance the facility’s dual mission of flood risk management and water supply security.
• San Francisco Bay Advanced Quantitative Precipitation Information System (AQPI): The AQPI system provides X-Band and C-Band weather radar information that will increase the accuracy of weather forecasting and response systems throughout the Bay Area. A $20 million grant from the Department of Water Resources awarded in 2016 to Sonoma Water and its partners to install four weather radars in the Bay Area to provide improved precipitation and hydrologic information to water agencies, flood control managers, and emergency personnel. The C-Band radar installation was accomplished in late 2025. The radar data will result in improved management of water supply reservoirs, and improved operations of wastewater systems and flood protection facilities.

Challenges
Sonoma Water, our water retailers, and the industry at-large are facing very similar challenges including aging infrastructure, rising operating and maintenance costs, and water usage fluctuations resulting in lower revenues.

These challenges drive rate increases which have a financial impact on end users but are necessary to upgrade infrastructure and ensure reliable service. Similar to the water contractors, Sonoma Water has deferred maintenance and capital projects to keep water rates as low as possible while providing clean, reliable, essential water for the benefit of the water contractors and the 600,000 customers they serve every day. These challenges 64 of 335 Sonoma Water iii Draft 2/11/2026
will continue to put pressure on rates given the significant needs of the system in the coming years as additional infrastructure investments are required.

Aging Infrastructure
Our critical infrastructure, including aqueducts, pipelines, pump stations, storage tanks, and wells are gradually aging after decades of reliable service. A significant portion of these assets are approaching the end of their useful lifespan. Preliminary assessments of the water production/transmission systems indicate that a large portion is in less than acceptable (i.e. fair, poor, or failed) condition. The age of the infrastructure and current condition of assets, combined with substantial levels of deferred maintenance, present a significant challenge for Sonoma Water in the near term. The draft FY 2026/2027 Water Transmission Budget supports Sonoma Water’s five-year strategic plan by continuing investments to upgrade critical aging infrastructure and systems that supply essential water to all the water contractors and ultimately 600,000 residents in Sonoma and Marin County.

To address this challenge, Sonoma Water has developed an Asset Management Program and is also currently preparing a 20-year Comprehensive Water Master Plan on the water production/transmission system. The assessment data collected under the Asset Management Program will be incorporated, along with recommendations of other current seismic and regional resilience planning efforts, into the 20-year Comprehensive Water Master Plan. These efforts will provide crucial information on system health and we anticipate these efforts will identify additional system needs on both the near and long-term timeframes.

Rising operating and maintenance costs
Operation and maintenance costs continue to rise due to several factors including inflation, labor costs, and increasing regulations. Economic and operational pressures include significant increases in the price of electricity, chemicals, and treatment supplies. In addition, tariffs cost increases are starting to materialize and are creating additional uncertainty in regard to future costs.

Water Usage Fluctuations/Volumetric Rate
The terms of the Restructured Agreement for Water Supply require that budgeted deliveries be the lesser of the preceding twelve months of water delivered, or the average annual amount of water delivered during the preceding 36 months. This requirement is to ensure Sonoma Water can meet its obligation to set rates at an amount that covers the projected costs for the following year. Sonoma Water must also generate sufficient revenue to cover debt obligations and maintain a debt coverage ratio as stipulated in outstanding bond issuances.

Deliveries remain low by historical standards and trends show negative or flat growth both in the near and long term. Sonoma Water’s rate is fully volumetric meaning that lower deliveries drive rates higher. Year-to-year differences in budgeted deliveries averaged over the 3-, 5-, and 10-year periods have been negative, even when including the deviation proposed and approved in FY 2024/2025 to use the higher of the delivery numbers. Yearto-year differences in actual deliveries inherently have more variability but have also shown negative growth when averaged over 5-year period. The 3-year and 10-year periods show growth, but this is skewed by the fact that both FY2015/2016 and FY2022/2023 set records as our two lowest delivery years on record, meaning the 3- year and 10-year figures have abnormally low starting points.

Difference in Year-to-Year Budgeted
Deliveries
Difference in Year-to-Year Actual
Deliveries
3-year
average
5-year
average
10-year
average
3-year
average
5-year
average
10-year
average
-2.39% -0.49% -1.46% 5.50% -3.35% 1.14%
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* Increase in actual deliveries in FY20-21 was partially due to the backfilling of Stafford Lake by NMWD. In FY21-22, MMWD took excess winter instream flows. FY22-23 was an historic low at 36,032 AF.

Multiple years of drought and mandated conservation measures resulted in low water deliveries, low water sales revenue, and reduced fund balance reserves. The FY budgeted deliveries of 41,776 AF represent a 1.49% decrease (631 AF) from the FY 2025/2026 budget.
35,000
40,000
45,000
50,000
55,000
60,000
65,000
70,000
Acre-Feet
Fiscal Year
Water Deliveries - Budget to Actual
Budget Actuals Linear (Actuals)
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Draft Proposed Budget
This draft FY 2026/2027 Water Transmission Budget has been developed based on the prior 12-month of water deliveries of 41,776 Acre-Feet (AF) and is shown below.

The proposed rate increases are 8.21% to 8.97% for prime contractors served from the three aqueducts. See page xi which includes more details and also includes rates for Town of Windsor, NMWD, and MMWD.

Sources of revenue including water sales and charges for services, federal and state grants, existing fund balances, contributions, interest, and bond financing are detailed below:

Revenues
FY 2026/2027
Draft Budget
Increase/(Decrease)
over FY 2025/2026
Water Sales & Charges for Services $65,423,715 7.28%
Power Sales 300,000 200.00%
Operating Grants 34,871 (52.23%)
Capital Grants 0 0%
Contributions 740,370 24.67%
Interest & Investment Earnings 1,394,278 27.75%
TOTAL $67,893,234 8.04%
*Capital Grant figure only reflects new awards. Most capital grants are multi-year projects and project revenues/expenses will be rolled forward into the adjusted budget. New awards not known at budget time will be added to the adjusted budget. *Contributions include TOW diverted revenue and WUE Passthroughs.

Fund Balance FY 2026/2027
Draft Budget
Increase/(Decrease)
over FY 2025/2026
Use of Fund Balance: $ 2,097,124 (73.56%)
Bond Funds FY 2026/2027
Draft Budget
Increase/(Decrease)
over FY 2025/2026
Use of Bond Funds $ 12,510,000 (5.33%)
FY25-26 FY26-27
Budget
(in Millions)
Budget
(in Millions)
Change
(in Millions)
Operations and Maintenance $45.87 $48.75 $2.88
Capital Projects $18.28 $10.90 ($7.38)
Biological Opinion Compliance, Water
Supply Planning, Water Conservation $8.80 $10.09 $1.29
Debt Service $9.07 $8.67 ($0.41)
Totals $82.02 $78.41 ($3.62)
Grants, Use of Fund Balance, and Bond
Proceeds $21.22 $14.64 ($6.58)
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Budget Requirements:
• Maintain 3-month operating reserve.
• Maintain 1.15x debt coverage bond covenant.
• Rates collect 1.15x debt service in accordance with the provisions of the Water Transmission System Master Ordinance.

Changes made since January 22, 2026 Draft Water Transmission Budget:
• Increased Power Sales from $100,000 to $300,000 as we anticipate the Warm Springs Dam Hydo Project will be operational at end of Q3. In future years this amount will reflect Power Sales for the full 12 months.
• Added revenue of $300,000 in Common Facilities for the construction of the Warm Springs Dam Hydropower Retrofit Project. Revenue source is from Power and Water Resources Pooling Authority (PRWPA) P-3 funding.
• Fixed formula error in computation of O&M rate.
• These changes reduced rate increases:
o Santa Rosa Aqueduct/Town of Windsor reduced from 8.83% to 8.21% o Petaluma Aqueduct reduced from 9.58% to 8.97%
o Sonoma Aqueduct reduced from 9.28% to 8.72%
o North Marin Water District reduced from 10.01% to 9.42% o Marin Municipal Water District reduced from 8.23% to 7.68% • Various other typographical or sum errors not affecting the rate.

Factors affecting the Rate Increase:
• 1.49% decrease in deliveries
• Multiple years with actual water deliveries below budget reducing reserves. Total budget shortfall over prior three years is 7,888 AF.
• Erosion of fund balance available to offset rate increases. • Lack of budgeted grant funding.
• 4.41% decrease in overall budget from PY.
• 6.28% increase in O&M costs.
• 40.37% decrease in Capital Project costs (Capital program funded by loans, bonds, and fund balance) • 14.66% increase in Subfund costs.
• 4.52% decrease in debt service.
• 100% of the rate increase is attributable to the O&M and subfund (Water Management, Watershed Planning and Restoration, Recycled Water and Local Supply, and Water Conservation) budget the year. • Increases in material and equipment costs for aging infrastructure and priority maintenance projects that can no longer be deferred, supply chain disruptions, long lead times on equipment, and the current inflationary environment are putting continued upward pressure on the Water Transmission System budget.

Fund Highlights:

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• 7.3% increase in water sales revenue due to a decrease in deliveries and the rate needed to cover budgeted expenditures.
• 7.9% increase in budgeted expenditures. Budgeted expenditure increases are attributable to cost increases for maintenance equipment, permitting costs, SCADA system contributions, utilities, staff costs (tied to negotiated labor agreements), and the Tank Recoating Program. Note that the increase in FY26/27 request for the Tank Recoat Program is partially due to cuts to its budget in prior years that reduced our rate smoothing efforts.
• O&M budget has been already been reduced by $1.7 million, or 2.9%, by deferring maintenance costs, studies, and projects. Included in this amount is a $450,000 reduction to the Tank Recoat Program. This could result in a rate spike in future years as the project’s costs cannot be deferred indefinitely. • Deferring the maintenance projects above reduced the O&M rate increase from more than 12.32% to

8.21%.
• Budgeted projects have been thoroughly reviewed and edited and represent the budgeted work that can reasonably occur in FY 2026/2027. Budgeted maintenance projects are a priority, and further delays and cuts pose detrimental operational impact and risk.
• Must have sufficient net operating revenues to meet 1.15x debt coverage bond covenant requirement.

Note that an estimated $32.96M bond issuance is occurring in FY25/26. • Water Sales Revenue Budget to actuals:
o FY 2021/2022: -$1M
o FY2022/2023: -$10.2M
o FY 2023/2024: -$1.6M
o FY 2024/2025: $2.6M
o FY 2025/2026: -$0.7M (current estimate)
• FY 2025/2026 expenditures are anticipated to align with the adjusted budget. Unspent non-routine project budget is rolled forward to subsequent budget years to avoid being included in the rate calculation more than once.

See pages 18-25 for details on major services & supplies, maintenance – equipment, and consulting/contractual services occurring in FY26/27.

Capital Projects
Capital Projects: FY 2026/2027 draft budgeted expenditures of $10.90 million decreased by $7.38 million or 40%.

The capital program is fully funded by grants, bonds, and use of fund balance. See detailed list of capital projects on page xvii.

The Capital budget has been thoroughly reviewed and represents the budgeted work that can reasonably occur in FY 2026/2027 or will need to be encumbered in FY26/27 utilizing bond funds, capital charges, and fund balance.

Hazard mitigation projects ($3.55 million) and infrastructure improvement projects/drought resiliency projects ($7.36 million) are fully funded by Water Revenue Bonds, Grants, and Fund Balance.

Construction: Hazard Mitigation Projects $1,859,215
Bennett Valley Fault Crossing 50,220
River Diversion Structure (RDS) Upgrade Project 598,625 Seismic Retrofit of Storage Tanks – Ralphine 1 13,100
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Wilfred Booster Station 548,910
Design: Hazard Mitigation Projects $1,686,640
Seismic Retrofit of Storage Tanks - Sonoma 2 480,600
Seismic Retrofit of Storage Tanks – Ralphine 2 453,100
Seismic Retrofit of Storage Tanks – Other Tanks 752,940 Construction: Other Capital Projects $178,054
Warm Springs Dam Hydropower Retrofit 178,054
Design Other Capital Projects $7,179,471
Kawana-Ralphine SBS Pipeline 267,136
Mirabel/Wohler Storage Building 4,600,995
Water Treatment System Modernization - Shone Farm & FBS 1,273,640 Water Treatment System Modernization - Wohler Facility 1,037,700 Watershed Planning/Restoration (Biological Opinion)
• 99.81% increase in revenue due to an increase in costs associated with the 2025 Russian River Biological Opinion and the rate needed to cover budgeted expenditures coupled with a decrease in available fund balance to offset rate increases.
• $2.4 million in Use of Fund Balance reduces rate increase from 234.43% to 108.74%. • 108.74% rate increase compared to 14.14% increase in FY 2025/2026 when $3.2 million in Use of Fund Balance was budgeted.
• Expenditures are anticipated to range from $3.5 million to $5.6 million annually in this subfund. A rate of $95.41/AF at 41,776 AF generates $3.99 million in revenue. This gets us to the lower end of the anticipated expenditure estimate. There is a need to increase revenue in this fund to cover a greater portion of annual costs as we continue to utilize fund balance to keep the rate low. If more fund balance were used, there would be a significant rate spike in subsequent years to generate sufficient revenue for the subfund. The rate increase is intended to smooth future rate increases. • See pages 27-28 for list of consulting/contractual services occurring in FY26/27.

Water Conservation
• 9.05% increase in revenue due to the rate needed to cover budgeted expenditures and lower anticipated grant revenue partially offset by increased revenue from Town of Windsor diverted water charges. • 6.92% increase in expenditures.
• $160,000 in Use of Fund Balance. Reduces rate increase from 19.00% to 13.00%. o FY 2025/2026 Adopted Budget used $210,000 in Fund Balance to reduce the Water Conservation Rate Increase to 7.20%.
o Without the Use of Fund Balance in the FY 2025/2026 Adopted budget, the Water Conservation rate increase would have been 15.51%.
• See pages 30-31 for list of consulting/contractual services occurring in FY26/27.

Similar to last year, the Water Conservation Subfund budget is only inclusive of what is needed to maintain existing successful regional programs of the Partnership, including the Water Education Program, Green Business Program, Garden Sense Program, Water Loss Working Group and Validation Services, QWEL Program, EcoFriendly Garden Tour, and WaterSmart Plant Label Program. 70 of 335 Sonoma Water ix Draft 2/11/2026
Water Management Planning
The Water Management Planning rate is decreasing from the previous year as FY2025/2026 budget included costs for the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP). The next UWMP will be issued in 2030. Sonoma Water attempts to smooth the cost for this 5-year report to avoid rate spikes, but rate reduction efforts in prior years resulted in the removal of the smoothing efforts. The FY2026/2027 budget request includes costs to smooth the rate for the 2030 UWMP. Sonoma Water was able to use $50,000 in Fund Balance to help reduce the FY2026/2027 rate.
• See pages 26 for list of consulting/contractual services occurring in FY2026/2027.

Recycled Water and Local Supply
Recycled Water and Local Supply costs have historically been for Sonoma Water’s share of the groundwater sustainability agency’s contributions. Sonoma Water’s share of mandatory fees has been included in the Agency Operating fund since FY 2024/2025. The is sufficient fund balance to set the rate at $0.00/AF this year and still cover depreciation which is currently the only expense.

Debt Service
Debt Service Expenditures decrease by $.41M or 4.52% as a result of debt issuance costs for the planned $32.96M in 2026 Water Revenue Bonds being captured in the Prior Year Budget. A list of capital projects that we anticipate funding with revenue bond proceeds in the 3-year required time frame is shown in the Long-Range Financial Plan.

Summary
Sonoma Water, our water retailers, and the industry at-large are facing very similar challenges including aging infrastructure, rising operating and maintenance costs, and water usage fluctuations resulting in lower revenues, forcing many wholesalers and retailers to raise rates beyond historical averages to address maintenance and capital needs. These challenges drive rate increases which have a financial impact on end users but are necessary to upgrade infrastructure and ensure reliable service. Similar to the water contractors, Sonoma Water has deferred maintenance and capital projects to keep water rates as low as possible while providing clean, reliable, essential water for the benefit of the water contractors and the 600,000 customers they serve every day.

The proposed draft budget for FY 2026/2027 is based on accomplishing the required elements of the Biological Opinion, maintenance of facilities, continued implementation of hazard mitigation and reliability projects, and projects to maintain, replace, and improve critical infrastructure. The FY budgeted deliveries of 41,776 AF represent a 1.49% decrease (631 AF) from the FY 2025/2026 budget, and the combination of low reserves, increasing operations and maintenance costs to keep pace with critical system needs, and capital projects to replace aging infrastructure, has contributed to needed rate increases.

Sonoma Water recognizes the profound impact of natural hazards, the remnants of the COVID-19 pandemic, inflationary pressures, and other economic circumstances to many residents, businesses, and our retail water contractors. In response to the far-reaching financial hardships, Sonoma Water has made a conscious effort to propose reasonable rate increases while continuing to maintain system reliability and public health and safety.

The many challenges we face will continue to put pressure on rates given the significant needs of the system in the coming years as additional infrastructure investments are required.

Significant efforts have been made to propose a responsible budget. The proposed rate increases are 8.21% to

8.97% for prime contractors served from the three aqueducts. See page xi for more details on prime contractors’ rates and the rates for Town of Windsor, NMWD, and MMWD. 71 of 335
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Sonoma Water continues to have one of the lowest wholesale water rates in the San Francisco Bay Area. The chart below compares the proposed FY26/27 rate per AF on the SR AQ to the current rates of other wholesale water agencies in the Bay Area.
* Valley Water rates for FY26/27 are not available as of 1.22.26. FY25/26 rates are used as a placeholder. *Zone 7 and Contra Costa Adjust rates on a Calendar Year. 2026 Rates are listed $-
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
$2,000
$2,200
$2,400
$2,600
$2,800
Sonoma
County Water
Agency
Zone 7 Water
Agency
Contra Costa
Water District
Valley Water San Francisco
Public Utilities
Commission
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Proposed rates are shown in the table below:

Charge / Aqueduct Santa Rosa Petaluma Sonoma
Deliveries (Acre-Feet) 41,776
O&M $1,106.05 $1,106.05 $1,106.05
Water Management Planning $2.63 $2.63 $2.63
Watershed Planning & Restoration $95.41 $95.41 $95.41
Recycled Water and Local Supply $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Water Conservation $72.13 $72.13 $72.13
Total O&M $1,276.22 $1,276.22 $1,276.22
Storage & Common Bond/Loan Charges $228.65 $228.65 $228.65 Petaluma Aqueduct Bond/Loan Charge $27.55
Sonoma Aqueduct Bond/Loan Charge $166.46
Prime Contractors $1,504.87 $1,532.42 $1,671.33
Discretionary Charges
Capital Charges - to build fund balance for
future projects
$11.00 $10.00 $34.90
Total Prime Contractors $1,515.87 $1,542.42 $1,706.23
Total Overall Increase: 8.21% 8.97% 8.72%
Entity Rate per AF Rate Increase
Town of Windsor $1,515.87 8.21%
Town of Windsor (Diverted Water) $170.18 48.94%
NMWD 1,611.15 9.42%
MMWD $1,886.15 7.68%
• Deliveries: (Budget Packet Pages 9-14):

FY 2023/2024
Budget
FY 2023/2024
Actuals
FY 2024/2025
Budget
FY 2024/2025
Actuals
FY 2025/2026
Budget
FY 2026/2027
Est. Budget
12-months 3-year average 3-year average 12-months
41,847 41,317 42,826 45,184 42,407 41,776

1.3% less than
budget

5.5% more
than budget
A/F Difference (530) 2,358
FY 2025/2026 Budgeted Deliveries vs FY 2026/2027
Budgeted Deliveries

1.5% decrease
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• Operations and Maintenance (O&M) – Water Transmission O&M Fund (Budget Packet Pages 15-25):
o In accordance with the Restructured Agreement for Water Supply:
 The rate is calculated by dividing operations and maintenance expenditures (less specific cash and noncash revenues and expenditures) by budgeted deliveries.

O&M Fund
Increase
(Decrease)
in Dollars
Percent
Change Description
Rate per AF $76.89 7.47%
Increase is attributable to increased infrastructure maintenance needs including higher expenditures for Tank Recoat Program due to the partial removal of rate smoothing efforts in prior years.

Revenue $4,710,000 7.68% Increase in revenue is attributable to the rate increase, interest earnings, and anticipated power sales.

Expenditures $5,358,000 7.89%
Increase is attributable to cost increases for maintenance equipment, permitting costs, SCADA system contributions, utilities, staff labor costs tied to negotiated labor agreements, and other expenditures increases described below.

Factors affecting the O&M rate:

O&M Fund
Expenditures
Increase
(Decrease)
in Dollars
Percent
Change Description
Labor $1,074,000 5.06%
Increase is attributable to an increase in labor costs for maintenance projects. Most of this increase is due to negotiated labor rates.

Power $50,000 1.04% Power demand and costs expected to increase roughly 1% from prior year budget.

Chemicals $46,000 3.81% Costs expected to remain stable after several years of large increases.

Testing/Analysis $0 0.00%
Costs expected to align with FY2025/2026 budget. Budget includes sampling and analysis tied to the Santa Rosa Plain Wells Projects as well as microplastics and Perfluoroalkyl/Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) testing.

Contract Services $1,979,000 20.68%
Increase primarily attributable to increased budget needs tied to the Tank Recoat Program, partially offset by deferral of tank recoat rate smoothing efforts and a decrease in costs for studies.

Maintenance -
Equipment $166,000 6.22%
Increase is attributable to a general increase in routine maintenance costs and fencing repairs at water tanks and booster stations.

Rents and Leases
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O&M Fund
Expenditures
Increase
(Decrease)
in Dollars
Percent
Change Description
Equipment
Usage Charges $0 0.00% Costs expected to align with FY2025/2026 budget/actuals.

SCADA $7,200 0.28% Increase attributable to water transmission system’s share of SCADA maintenance expenses and capital project costs.

Operating
Transfers $1,961,000 8.00%
Operating Transfers (OT’s) move revenue generated by rates into respective funds (debt service funds, subfunds, aqueduct capital funds and Common Facilities) and maintain an appropriate fund balance.
• Subfunds: (Budget Packet Pages 26-34):
o Subfund rates are calculated by dividing subfund expenditures minus grant revenue by budgeted water deliveries.
o Water Management Planning:
 Expenditures are for Urban Water Management Planning (UWMP) which is required to be updated every five years and the Annual Water Supply & Demand Assessment.

Water
Management
Planning
Increase
(Decrease)
in Dollars
Percent
Change Description
Rate per AF ($1.94) -42.4%
Fiscal Year 2025/2026 rate is $4.57. Fund is for Urban Water Management Plan updates and the Annual Water Supply &
Demand Assessment. Using $50,000 in fund balance. Rate
decrease is due to reduced needs due to 5-year cycle of Urban Water Management Plan partially offset by lower use of fund balance.

Revenue ($90,000) -42.8% Decrease due to subfund rate decrease and decreased interest earnings.

Expenditures ($190,000) -54.3%
Budget decrease is tied to reduced efforts for contract service and staff time related to the Urban Water Management Plan. The next UWMP will be issued in 2030. Sonoma Water attempts to smooth the cost for this 5-year report to avoid rate spikes.
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o Watershed Planning and Restoration:
 Expenditures are for planning, design, and implementation of watershed restoration projects and projects required under the Biological Opinion.

Watershed
Planning and
Restoration
Increase
(Decrease) in
Dollars
Percent
Change Description
Rate per AF $49.71 108.7%
Fiscal Year 2025/2026 rate is $45.71. Rate increase is primarily a result of costs associated with the new Biological Opinion, including Estuary Enhancement, Eel Grass & eDNA monitoring, Dry Creek small scale restoration, Hydrologic index work, CEQA petitions, and the upper river steelhead migration study and a decrease in the use of fund balance. Rate of $152.86/AF based on $6.4M in expenditures and 41,776 AF is reduced to $95.41/AF by using $2.4M in fund balance. In Fiscal Year 2025/2026, $3.2M in fund balance was utilized to offset rate increases.

Revenue $2,157,000 99.8%
Increase due to subfund rate increase partially offset by lower interest earnings and use of fund balance to reduce and smooth overall rate increase.

Expenditures $1,248,000 24.3%
Increase is primarily a result of costs associated with the new Biological Opinion, including Estuary Enhancement, Eel Grass & eDNA monitoring, Dry Creek small scale restoration, Hydrologic index work, CEQA petitions, and the upper river steelhead migration study and a decrease in the use of fund balance. 76 of 335
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o Recycled Water and Local Supply:
 Expenditures are for planning, design, and implementation of recycled water and local supply projects. The fund previously included water contractor projects under the Local Recycled Water Tier 2 (LRT2) Program.

Recycled Water
and Local Supply
Increase
(Decrease)
in Dollars
Percent
Change Description
Rate per AF ($0.14) -100.0% Fiscal Year 2025/2026 rate is $0.14. Dropping to $0.00 by using Fund Balance.

Revenue $2,000 29.2% Using an estimated $6,000 in fund balance. Increase in revenue is associated with anticipated interest earnings.

Expenditures $0 0.0% The only budged expenditure is $6,000 in depreciation. No change from prior year.

Water Conservation:
 Expenditures are for water use efficiency projects, outreach, and education.

Water
Conservation
Increase
(Decrease)
in Dollars
Percent
Change Description
Rate per AF $8.30 13.0%
Fiscal Year 2025/2026 rate is $63.83. Rate of $77.49/AF based on $3.2M of net expenditures and 41,776 AF is reduced to $73.66/AF by using $160,000 in fund balance. In Fiscal Year 2025/2026, net expenditures were 2.9M and $210,000 in fund balance was utilized to offset rate increases.

Revenue $298,000 9.1%
Increase due to subfund rate increase to cover budgeted expenditures and lower anticipated grant funding than prior year budget, partially offset by increased revenue from Town of Windsor diverted water charges.

Expenditures $229,000 6.9%
Increase is primarily associated with negotiated labor rates and outreach programs. Expenditures are used to implement water use efficiency, outreach and education projects, and address ongoing water conservation needs.
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• Storage, Common, and Sonoma Bond/Loan Charges: (Budget Packet Pages 41-55):
o The rates are calculated by dividing the annual debt service and reserve requirements (2015A, 2019A, 2022A, and anticipated 2026A Water Revenue Bonds) by water deliveries.

Storage and
Common
Bond/Loan
Charges
Increase
(Decrease)
in Dollars
Percent
Change Description
Storage
Bond/Loan
Charge
($4.29) -8.6%
Fiscal Year 2025/2026 rate is $50.09. Rate is based on revenue requirement for debt service divided by water deliveries. Total Debt service lower than previous year as issuance costs tied to the 2026 Bonds for capital projects in the Storage Fund were paid in FY2025/2026. Decrease partially offset by a decrease in budgeted water deliveries.

Common
Bond/Loan
Charge
($13.51) -6.9%
Fiscal Year 2025/2026 rate is $196.36. Rate is based on revenue requirement for debt service divided by water deliveries. Total Debt service lower than previous year as issuance costs tied to the 2026 Bonds for capital projects in the Common Fund were paid in FY2025/2026. Decrease partially offset by a decrease in budgeted water deliveries.

Petaluma
Aqueduct
Bond/Loan
Charge
$11.89 75.9%
Fiscal Year 2025/2026 rate is $15.66. Petaluma Aqueduct pays an additional revenue bond charge for the bonds associated with Ely BPS Flood Control and Electrical Upgrade and Wilfred Booster Station Projects. Rate is based on revenue requirement for debt service divided by water deliveries.

Sonoma
Aqueduct
Bond/Loan
Charge
$21.91 15.2%
Fiscal Year 2025/2026 rate is $144.56. Sonoma Aqueduct pays an additional revenue bond charge for the bonds associated with Sonoma Booster Station Electrical Upgrade and Pumping Reliability Project, Bennett Valley Fault Crossing Project, and other Creek Crossing Projects on the Aqueduct. Rate is based on revenue requirement for debt service divided by water deliveries. Total Debt service higher than previous year due to structure of the bond payments on existing debt.

Aqueduct Capital Charge: (Budget Packet Page 1):
o A discretionary charge is added by the water contractors to build fund balance for future aqueduct capital projects and to provide rate stabilization capacity. o The FY 2025-2026 budget included an $11 per Acre-Foot charge for the Santa Rosa Aqueduct, a $10 per Acre-Foot charge for the Petaluma Aqueduct, and a $34.90 per Acre-Foot charge for the Sonoma Aqueduct.
o The FY 2026-2027 draft budget includes a $11 per Acre-Foot charge for the Santa Rosa Aqueduct, a $10 per Acre-Foot charge for the Petaluma Aqueduct, and a $34.90 per Acre-Foot charge for the Sonoma Aqueduct pending input from the water contractors
• Overall Draft Proposed Rate Increases: (Budget Packet Pages 1-8):
o 8.21% (Santa Rosa Aqueduct); 8.97% (Petaluma Aqueduct); 8.72 % (Sonoma Aqueduct) o FY2026/2027 budgeted deliveries are based on 12-month actual water deliveries (41,776 AF).

FY2026/2027 budgeted deliveries are 1.5% less than FY 2025/2026 budgeted deliveries. 78 of 335
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FY 2026-2027 Capital Projects (Budget Packet Pages 35-40):

Water Transmission Budget FY26-27
Capital Projects Summary
Project Category Amount Status
Wilfred Booster Station Petaluma AQ 548,910 Equipment prepurchase and fabrication underway; construction contract awarded Dec 2025.

Bennett Valley Fault Crossing
Sonoma AQ 50,220 90% design in progress; final design and construction on hold pending possible FEMA funding.

Kawana-Ralphine SBS Pipeline
Storage 267,136
Design agreement for Ph 1 (Ralphine to SBS) approved June 2025; multi-year design effort underway.

Seismic Retrofit of Storage Tanks-Sonoma 1 Storage 648,360 Design in progress; include with Sonoma 1 recoat project scheduled to advertise March 2026.

Seismic Retrofit of Storage Tanks-Sonoma 2 Storage 480,600 Finalizing geotech report; assessing seismic design needs for larger recoat project (design to begin Spring 2026).

Seismic Retrofit of Storage Tanks-Ralphine 1 Storage 13,100 Design in progress; include with Ralphine 1 recoat project scheduled to advertise Jan 2026.

Seismic Retrofit of Storage Tanks-Ralphine 2 Storage 453,100 Finalizing geotech report; assessing seismic design needs for larger recoat project (design to begin Spring 2026).

Seismic Retrofit of Storage Tanks Design - Other Tanks Storage 752,940 Comprehensive tank program geotech; seismic design for Eldridge 2 and Kawana 1 to commence FY26/27.

Wohler Road Storage Facility
Common 4,600,995
Public Draft CEQA March 2026 with Board adoption in June 2026; advertisement anticipated December 2026.

River Diversion Structure (RDS) Upgrade Project Common 598,625 Design at 99%; anticipated to advertise Feb 2026.

Warm Springs Dam Hydropower Retrofit Common 178,054 90% design; construction advertisement expected June 2026.

Water Treatment System Modernization - Shone Farm & FBS Common 1,273,640
ROW ongoing and geotech completed; 50% design submitted in Dec 2025 with advertise target of Dec 2026.

Water Treatment System Modernization - Wohler Facility Common 1,037,700 Design agreement to be executed in FY26/27.

TOTAL 10,903,380
Santa Rosa AQ -
Petaluma AQ 548,910
Sonoma AQ 50,220
Storage 2,615,236
Common 7,689,014
10,903,380
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Rates
Prime Contractor Rates Summary 1-2
Water Charges Per Acre-Foot 3
Revenue Summary 4
Water Rates 5
O&M Rate 6
Line Item Rate Comparison 7
Russian River Projects and Conservation Charges 8
Deliveries
Deliveries (36 Mo) 9
Deliveries (12 Mo) 10
Deliveries and Revenue - All Aqueducts 11
Deliveries and Revenue - Santa Rosa Aqueduct 12
Deliveries and Revenue - Petaluma Aqueduct 13
Deliveries and Revenue - Sonoma Aqueduct 14
Agency O&M Fund
Agency Fund Cash Summary 15-17
Major Services and Supplies Expenditure Items 18
Equipment Maintenance, Contracts, Consulting Services 19-20 Contract Services & Contributions Project Information 21-25 Subfunds
Water Management Subfund 26
Watershed Planning and Restoration Subfund 27-28
Recycled Water and Local Supply Subfund 29
Water Conservation Subfund 30-31
Subfund Contract Services 32-34
Facilities and Other Funds
Santa Rosa Aqueduct Capital Fund 35
Petaluma Aqueduct Capital Fund 36
Sonoma Aqueduct Capital Fund 37
Storage Facilities Cash Summary 38
Common Facilities Cash Summary 39
North Marin Water Deposit Fund 40
Bonds and Loans
State Revolving Loan Debt Service Fund 41
State Revolving Loan Reserve Fund 42
Storage Bonds 2015 Cash Summary 43
Common Bonds 2015 Cash Summary 44
Sonoma Bonds 2015 Cash Summary 45
Common Bonds 2019 Cash Summary 46
Sonoma Bonds 2019 Cash Summary 47
Storage Bonds 2022 Cash Summary 48
Common Bonds 2022 Cash Summary 49
Sonoma Bonds 2022 Cash Summary 50
Petaluma Bonds 2026 Cash Summary 51
Storage Bonds 2026 Cash Summary 52
Common Bonds 2026 Cash Summary 53
Bond & Loan Charges 54-55
Fund Balances and Operating Transfers 56
Sonoma County Water Agency
Fiscal Year 2026/2027 Draft Water Transmission Budget and Rates 80 of 335
Fiscal Year 2026/2027 Prime Contractor Rates Summary
Santa Rosa Petaluma Sonoma
Aqueduct Aqueduct Aqueduct FY25-26
Percent
Change
SR Pet Son
O&M Charge [4.2] $1,106.05 $1,106.05 $1,106.05 $1,029.16 $1,029.16 $1,029.16 7.47% Water Management Planning Sub-charge [4.13] 2.63 2.63 2.63 $4.57 $4.57 $4.57 -42.44% Watershed Planning/Restoration Sub-charge [4.14] 95.41 95.41 95.41 $45.71 $45.71 $45.71 108.74% Recycled Water & Local Supply Sub-charge [4.15] 0.00 0.00 0.00 $0.14 $0.14 $0.14 -100.00% Water Conservation Sub-charge [4.16] 72.13 72.13 72.13 $63.83 $63.83 $63.83 13.00% O&M Charge $1,276.22 $1,276.22 $1,276.22 $1,143.42 $1,143.42 $1,143.42 11.61% Storage and Common Bond & Loan Charges 228.65 228.65 228.65 $246.45 $246.45 $246.45 -7.22% Petaluma Aqueduct Bond Charge 27.55 $15.66 75.92%
Sonoma Aqueduct Bond Charge 166.46 $144.56 15.16%
PRIME CONTRACTORS $1,504.87 $1,532.42 $1,671.33 $1,389.86 $1,405.52 $1,534.42 8.27% Capital Charges - to build fund balance
for future projects 11.00 10.00 34.90 $11.00 $10.00 $34.90 0.00% PRIME CONTRACTORS 11.00 10.00 34.90 $11.00 $10.00 $34.90 0.00% TOTAL PRIME CONTRACTORS $1,515.87 $1,542.42 $1,706.23 $1,400.86 $1,415.52 $1,569.32 8.21% Increase from Fiscal Year 2025/2026 8.21% 8.97% 8.72% 8.68% 10.76% 7.60% With No Capital Charge 7.42% 8.26% 6.50%
Deliveries:
12-month 36-month
FY16-17 40,524
FY17-18 41,446
FY18-19 41,768
FY19-20 43,870
FY20-21 43,707
FY21-22 46,095
FY22-23 45,748
FY23-24 41,847
FY24-25 42,826
FY25-26 42,407
FY26-27 41,776
CHARGE PER ACRE FOOT:
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Fiscal Year 2026/2027 Prime Contractor Rates Summary
CHARGE PER ACRE FOOT:

Petaluma AQ

NMWD NMWD
Percent
Change
FY26-27 FY25-26
O&M Charge [4.2] $1,106.05 $1,029.16 7.47%
Water Management Planning Sub-charge [4.13] 2.63 4.57 -42.44% Watershed Planning/Restoration Sub-charge [4.14] 95.41 45.71 108.74% Recycled Water & Local Supply Sub-charge [4.15] 0.00 0.14 -100.00% Water Conservation Sub-charge [4.16] 72.13 $63.83 13.00% O&M Charge $1,276.22 $1,143.42 11.61%
North Marin Bond & Loan Charge [4.9] 160.87 148.66 8.22% Russian River Conservation Charge [4.18 (a)] 154.06 160.41 -3.96% Russian River Projects Charge [4.18 (b)] 20.00 20.00 0.00% TOTAL NMWD $1,611.15 $1,472.48 9.42%
Rates Rate Increase
Town of Windsor 1,515.87 8.21%
Town of Windsor (Diverted Water) 170.18 48.94%
NMWD 1,611.15 9.42%
MMWD 1,886.15 7.68%
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SANTA
ROSA

AQUEDUCT
% INCR.
(DECR.)

PETALUMA

AQUEDUCT
% INCR.
(DECR.)
SONOMA

AQUEDUCT
% INCR.
(DECR.)
2026 - 2027 1515.87 8.21% 1542.42 8.97% 1706.23 8.72%
2025 - 2026 1400.86 8.68% 1415.52 10.76% 1569.32 7.60%
2024 - 2025 1289.02 9.88% 1278.02 9.98% 1458.41 8.14%
2023 - 2024 1173.09 10.56% 1162.09 9.42% 1348.67 10.56% 2022 - 2023 1061.04 6.05% 1062.04 6.15% 1219.90 6.52%
2021 - 2022 1000.46 3.47% 1000.46 3.47% 1145.18 3.43%
2020 - 2021 966.95 5.30% 966.95 5.30% 1107.21 5.57%
2019 - 2020 918.30 4.60% 918.30 4.60% 1048.80 4.77%
2018 - 2019 877.88 3.67% 877.88 3.67% 1001.06 5.98%
2017 - 2018 846.78 4.98% 846.78 4.98% 944.56 5.58%
2016 - 2017 806.59 5.98% 806.59 5.98% 894.62 6.94%
2015 - 2016 761.05 4.16% 761.05 4.16% 836.55 5.46%
2014 - 2015 730.68 3.60% 730.68 3.60% 793.24 3.19%
2013 - 2014 705.30 4.95% 705.30 4.95% 768.75 3.84%
2012 - 2013 672.03 5.98% 672.03 5.98% 740.34 5.26%
2011 - 2012 634.11 5.00% 634.11 5.00% 703.33 4.28%
2010 - 2011 603.92 6.93% 603.92 6.93% 674.47 8.42%
2009 - 2010 564.78 19.88% 564.78 10.50% 622.11 27.95%
2008 - 2009 471.13 6.66% 511.13 10.71% 486.22 7.22%
2007 - 2008 441.70 2.41% 461.70 2.31% 453.49 2.46%

WATER TRANSMISSION SYSTEM
FY26-27 WATER CHARGES PER ACRE-FOOT

FOR PRIME CONTRACTORS
FISCAL
YEAR
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WATER CUSTOMER Budgeted Water
Use (Acre-Feet)
Rate
$/Acre-Foot
Proposed Rate
$/Acre-Foot Dollar Change Percent Change
Santa Rosa Aqueduct 16,027 $1,400.86 $1,515.87 $115.01 8.21% Petaluma Aqueduct 10,125 1,415.52 1,542.42 126.90 8.97% Sonoma Aqueduct 3,090 1,569.32 1,706.23 136.92 8.72%
North Marin Water District 4,708 1,472.48 1,611.15 138.67 9.42% Marin Municipal – Fourth
Off Peak 4,300 1,751.63 1,886.15 134.51 7.68%
Marin Municipal –
Supplemental 1,694 1,751.63 1,886.15 134.51 7.68%
Forestville Aqueduct 351 1,400.86 1,515.87 115.01 8.21% Wholesale/Municipal 902 1,883.18 2,047.48 164.30 8.72%
Surplus 59 1,372.09 1,531.46 159.37 11.62%
Windsor 521 1,400.86 1,515.87 115.01 8.21%
TOTAL 41,776

WATER TRANSMISSION SYSTEM
FY26-27 REVENUE SUMMARY CHART
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[x] ESTIMATED [ ] OFFICIAL CHARGE PER ACRE FOOT:

Santa Rosa Petaluma Sonoma
Aqueduct Aqueduct Aqueduct

PRIME CONTRACTORS
O&M Charge [4.2] $1,106.05 $1,106.05 $1,106.05
Water Management Planning Sub-charge [4.13] $2.63 $2.63 $2.63 Watershed Planning/Restoration Sub-charge [4.14] $95.41 $95.41 $95.41 Recycled Water & Local Supply Sub-charge [4.15] $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 Water Conservation Sub-charge [4.16] $72.13 $72.13 $72.13 O&M Charge $1,276.22 $1,276.22 $1,276.22
Bond & Loan Charges - to pay for existing debt service
Storage Facilities Capital Charge [4.7] 45.80 45.80 45.80 Common Facilities Capital Charge [4.8] 182.85 182.85 182.85 Petaluma Aqueduct Facilities Capital Charges [4.6 b] 27.55 Sonoma Aqueduct Facilities Capital Charges [4.6 b] 166.46 Total Bond & Loan Charges 228.65 $256.20 $395.11
Discretionary:

Aqueduct Capital Charges - to build fund balance for future projects Aqueduct Facilities Capital Charges [4.6 e] 11.00 10.00 34.90 LRT2 - included in Recycled Water & Local Supply Sub-Charge above.

TOTAL PRIME CONTRACTORS $1,515.87 $1,542.42 $1,706.23
Charge without LRT2 and voluntary AQ Capital Charge $1,504.87 $1,532.42 $1,671.33

OTHER AGENCY CUSTOMERS/WHOLESALE CHARGES
(WATER CO’S & PUBLIC AGENCIES)
O&M Charge $1,276.22 $1,276.22 $1,276.22
Capital Charges 228.65 256.20 395.11
Aqueduct Facilities Capital Charge [4.12] $542.61 $515.06 $376.15 TOTAL OTHER AGENCY CUSTOMERS/WHOLESALE CHARGES (4.12) $2,047.48 $2,047.48 $2,047.48 (120% OF HIGHEST PRIME)

FORESTVILLE
O&M Charge [4.2] * $1,106.05
Water Management Planning Sub-charge [4.13] $2.63
Watershed Planning/Restoration Sub-charge [4.14] $95.41 Recycled Water & Local Supply Sub-charge [4.15] $0.00
Water Conservation Sub-charge [4.16] $72.13
O&M Charge $1,276.22
Bond & Loan Charges - to pay for existing debt service
Aqueduct Facilities Capital Charges [4.6] 11.00
Storage Facilities Capital Charge [4.7] 45.80
Common Facilities Capital Charge [4.8] 182.85
Total Capital Charges 239.65
TOTAL FORESTVILLE $1,515.87
* Forestville Water District was exempt from Santa Rosa Aqueduct sub-charge from FY 06/07 to FY 16/17 [4.12].

NORTH MARIN WATER DISTRICT
O&M Charge $1,276.22 Note: N. Marin pays
North Marin Bond & Loan Charge [4.9] 160.87 bond and loan charge Russian River Conservation Charge [4.18 (a)] 154.06 in lieu of Capital Charge.

Russian River Projects Charge [4.18 (b)] 20.00
TOTAL NORTH MARIN WATER DISTRICT 1,611.15

FOURTH OFF-PEAK (MARIN MUNICIPAL)
Highest Prime on SR and PET AQ x 1.11 $1,712.09
Russian River Conservation Charge 154.06
Russian River Projects Charge 20.00
TOTAL FOURTH OFF-PEAK $1,886.15

SUPPLEMENTAL (MARIN MUNICIPAL)
Highest Prime on SR and PET AQ x 1.11 $1,712.09
Russian River Conservation Charge 154.06
Russian River Projects Charge 20.00
TOTAL SUPPLEMENTAL $1,886.15

SURPLUS
Non-Municipal / Municipal [4.11 (a)] $1,531.46 $1,531.46 $1,531.46 (120% of O&M Charge)
Town of Windsor $1,515.87
$1,515.87
The applicable section of the Restructured Agreement has been indicated in brackets.

Beginning in FY22/23 all water delivered to Town of Windsor is charged at the Santa Rosa Aqueduct rate [4.17 (a)]. Town of Windsor pays all subcharges [4.13, 4.14, 4.15, and 4.16] on all water they divert from the Russian River using their equipment [4.17 (b)].

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FY 2026-27 BUDGET

SONOMA COUNTY WATER AGENCY
Operations and Maintenance Rate Computation

O & M REVENUE REQUIREMENT
ESTIMATED FISCAL YEAR EXPENDITURES $73,265,104
LESS:

Depreciation Amortization 8,082,000
Investment Income, Interest on Pooled Cash, Charges for Services 487,888 Power Sales 300,000
PWRPA Pre-paid Expense - FY 08/09 Rate Reduction-One time only "Mandatory Prudent Reserve" charge
Use of Fund Balance
Recycled Water funds taken from special reserve 0
Transfers Out 16,432,179
REVENUE REQUIREMENT (Net Expenditures) $47,963,037

O & M ACRE FOOT BASE
DELIVERIES: 41,776.4
LESS:

Marin Municipal 5,993.6
Surplus (Irrigation) 59.4
TOTAL BASE DELIVERIES 35,723.5
O & M RATE COMPUTATION:

Rate = Revenue Requirement - Marin Municipal Deliveries x 1.11 x 0.92568 x (Highest Prime Rate on Petaluma or Santa Rosa Aqueduct - Subfunds Rate)
Total Deliveries - Surplus Deliveries - Marin Muni Deliveries = 47,963,037 - (4,300.00 + 1,693.56) x 1409.99
41,776.4 - 59.4 - 5,993.6
* = 1,106.05
FY26-27
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FY25-26 FY26-27
(Actual) (Proposed) % Change
O&M Charge 1029.16 1106.05 7.47%
Water Management Planning Sub-Charge 4.57 2.63 -42.4%
Watershed Planning/Restoration Sub-Charge 45.71 95.41 108.74% Recycled Water Sub-Charge 0.14 0.00 -100.0%
Water Conservation Sub-Charge 63.83 72.13 13.00%
Total O&M Charge 1143.42 1276.23 11.62%
Santa Rosa Aqueduct Rate
O&M Charge 1143.41 1276.22 11.62%
Aqueduct Facilities Capital Charges [4.6 e] 11.00 11.00 0.0% Storage Facilities Capital Charge [4.7] 50.09 45.80 -8.56% Common Facilities Capital Charge [4.8] 196.36 182.85 -6.88% TOTAL 1400.86 1515.87 8.21%
Petaluma Aqueduct Rate
O&M Charge 1143.41 1276.22 11.62%
Aqueduct Facilities Capital Charges [4.6 e] 10.00 10.00 0.0% Storage Facilities Capital Charge [4.7] 50.09 45.80 -8.56% Common Facilities Capital Charge [4.8] 196.36 182.85 -6.88% Petaluma Aqueduct Facilities Capital Charges [4.6 b] 15.66 27.55 75.92% TOTAL 1415.52 1542.42 8.97%
Sonoma Aqueduct Rate
O&M Charge 1143.41 1276.22 11.62%
Aqueduct Facilities Capital Charges [4.6 e] 34.90 34.90 0.0% Storage Facilities Capital Charge [4.7] 50.09 45.80 -8.56% Common Facilities Capital Charge [4.8] 196.36 182.85 -6.88% Sonoma Aqueduct Facilities Capital Charges [4.6 b] 144.56 166.46 15.16% TOTAL 1569.32 1706.24 8.73%
FY26-27
Proposed Water Rates
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SONOMA COUNTY WATER AGENCY

RUSSIAN RIVER CONSERVATION CHARGE COMPUTATION
FISCAL YEAR 2026-27
PROPERTY ASSESSMENT VALUES AS OF FY25-26:

TAX CODE ENTITY SECURED UNSECURED TOTAL VALUE
14000 Forestville Co Water District 598,943,439 3,803,881 602,747,320 42800 City of Cotati 1,524,197,657 35,044,711 1,559,242,368 43500 City of Petaluma 13,911,178,062 532,053,317 14,443,231,379 43800 City of Rohnert Park 7,899,916,149 168,879,757 8,068,795,906 44500 City of Santa Rosa 33,561,545,162 1,083,896,031 34,645,441,193 45000 City of Sonoma 3,905,912,134 104,128,722 4,010,040,856 N/A Valley of the Moon Water District 4,965,119,994 22,802,157 4,987,922,151 TOTAL $66,366,812,597 $1,950,608,576 $68,317,421,173
Notes:
1 Total value of secured and unsecured property in service areas of Prime Water Contractors of Sonoma County (see above) $68,317,421,173 2 2016-17 Sonoma County tax rate per $100 of full cash value assessed for payment of Warm Springs Dam Project Obligations 0.007 3 Total tax levied on citizens residing in service areas of Prime Water Contractors of Sonoma County, i.e., (Line 1/100) x Line 2 $4,782,219
4 Total acre feet of water delivered to Prime Water Contractors of Sonoma County (excluding North Marin and Town of Windsor) plus deliveries to Forestville 31,041.00 during the prior 12 month period ending March 31.
5 Total Russian River Conservation Charge per Acre Foot (Line 3 / Line 4) $154.06 Russian River Projects Charge RR Conservation Charge
Historical calculations Historical calculations
For FY Calculated Actual Charge
06-07 17.02 $17.02 $48.33
07-08 21.4 $20.00 $52.70
08-09 25.08 $20.00 $58.44
09-10 24.68 $20.00 $57.70
10-11 24.4 $20.00 $74.62
11-12 23.44 $20.00 $72.27
12-13 20.38 $20.00 $72.08
13-14 14.72 $14.72 $63.30
14-15 8.72 $8.72 $63.90
15-16 12.39 $12.39 $69.38
16-17 12.96 $12.96 $78.73
17-18 13.08 $13.08 $105.78
18-19 9.13 $9.13 $109.75
19-20 8.34 $8.34 $102.09
20-21 8.68 $8.68 $106.12
21-22 10.63 $10.63 $115.94
22-23 13.92 $13.92 $115.36
23-24 15.79 $15.79 $137.33
24-25 20.37 $20.00 $159.28
25-26 26.85 $20.00 $160.41
26-27 30.21 $20.00 $154.06
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DELIVERING AQUEDUCT Monthly
Santa Rosa Petaluma Forestville Sonoma Total
36 Jan-23 1111.4 1374.6 24.5 240.3 2,750.7
35 Feb-23 976.6 1058.4 18.4 171.8 2,225.2
34 Mar-23 1055.7 946.1 19.2 147.2 2,168.1
33 Apr-23 872.7 665.8 20.7 166.8 1,726.0
32 May-23 1388.0 1896.0 30.3 328.2 3,642.6
31 Jun-23 1413.1 2301.5 31.4 348.8 4,094.8
30 Jul-23 1853.3 2813.1 42.0 456.0 5,164.4
29 Aug-23 1832.4 2669.5 42.4 452.9 4,997.1
28 Sep-23 1552.3 2229.6 34.3 427.0 4,243.2
27 Oct-23 1600.8 2423.0 33.1 410.8 4,467.7
26 Nov-23 1201.5 1505.0 25.3 225.0 2,956.7
25 Dec-23 1039.9 1196.3 19.2 152.3 2,407.7
24 Jan-24 1173.5 1254.9 22.6 212.5 2,663.4
23 Feb-24 1024.7 975.2 18.9 127.5 2,146.4
22 Mar-24 980.2 936.0 17.6 110.9 2,044.8
21 Apr-24 1091.5 1320.5 24.3 177.1 2,613.3
20 May-24 1395.6 1587.3 28.8 315.9 3,327.6
19 Jun-24 1613.2 2179.8 37.4 454.2 4,284.6
18 Jul-24 2216.4 3252.1 52.3 574.4 6,095.3
17 Aug-24 1855.3 2751.7 41.3 400.2 5,048.5
16 Sep-24 1964.3 2830.7 45.1 427.5 5,267.6
15 Oct-24 1685.8 2692.0 38.3 411.4 4,827.5
14 Nov-24 1033.3 1769.2 21.6 290.7 3,114.7
13 Dec-24 1168.1 1623.6 22.9 281.7 3,096.4
12 Jan-25 1112.0 1142.8 20.5 237.2 2,512.5
11 Feb-25 928.7 910.8 19.2 174.3 2,033.0
10 Mar-25 1014.2 897.8 19.1 157.2 2,088.2
9 Apr-25 1259.8 1324.7 24.9 225.4 2,834.8
8 May-25 1465.2 1662.9 29.2 271.4 3,428.7
7 Jun-25 1842.5 2626.5 40.0 328.1 4,837.1
6 Jul-25 1887.6 2630.9 42.7 400.7 4,961.9
5 Aug-25 1785.6 2443.0 40.0 363.2 4,631.8
4 Sep-25 1902.9 2835.3 44.0 335.9 5,118.0
3 Oct-25 1258.3 1941.8 27.3 223.5 3,450.9
2 Nov-25 876.5 1522.5 20.1 158.2 2,577.3
1 Dec-25 1273.4 1789.8 24.3 214.9 3,302.4
Total Deliveries 49,706.0 65,980.6 1,063.4 10,401.1 127,151.1 3-Year Annual Average 16,568.7 21,993.5 354.5 3,467.0 42,383.7 Past 12 Months 16,606.5 21,728.8 351.3 3,089.9 41,776.4 Total Deliveries 49,706.0 65,980.6 1,063.4 10,401.1 127,151.1 Less: North Marin 15,475.6 15,475.6
Marin Municipal 18,659.5 18,659.5
Sonoma Co. Deliveries 49,706.0 31,845.5 1,063.4 10,401.1 93,016.1 3-Year Annual Average 16,568.7 10,615.2 354.5 3,467.0 31,005.4

SCHEDULE OF WATER DELIVERIES BY AQUEDUCT
PAST 36 MONTHS / 12 MONTHS AVERAGE
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SCHEDULE OF ACTUAL PRIOR 12 MONTHS WATER DELIVERIES IN ACRE FEET (BY CUSTOMER TYPE) ACTUAL WATER DELIVERY DISTRIBUTION BY AQUEDUCT (ACRE FEET) JANUARY THROUGH DECEMBER PRIOR 12 MONTHS
Aqueduct * * * * DELIVERING AQUEDUCT * * * *
No. Jan-25 Feb-25 Mar-25 Apr-25 May-25 Jun-25 Jul-25 Aug-25 Sep-25 Oct-25 Nov-25 Dec-25 TOTAL Santa Rosa Petaluma Sonoma TOTAL PRIMES DELIVERED TO:
1 City of Santa Rosa 1,063.2 885.0 964.8 1,192.5 1,402.4 1,756.2 1,798.9 1,688.3 1,817.9 1,198.8 839.1 1,238.8 15,846.0 2 City of Petaluma 453.8 397.4 415.2 575.3 719.3 840.6 807.9 751.4 838.3 597.9 493.4 532.1 7,422.6 CITY OF SANTA ROSA (A) 2 North Marin Water Dist. 413.1 287.5 244.9 400.7 330.6 509.5 474.5 457.2 537.3 328.0 283.6 441.0 4,707.9 Jan 2025 966.8 0.0 96.5 1,063.2 2 City of Rohnert Park 189.4 158.7 170.5 269.0 237.3 264.3 266.6 264.9 323.1 221.9 204.4 344.3 2,914.4 Feb 2025 799.6 0.0 85.4 885.0 2 City of Cotati 29.5 30.3 30.1 42.2 49.0 63.7 62.7 59.9 56.9 34.5 21.5 29.3 509.7 Mar 2025 816.5 0.0 148.3 964.8 1 Town of Windsor 32.6 38.7 48.0 63.9 36.1 36.7 49.2 57.5 50.2 42.8 32.2 32.6 520.5 Apr 2025 960.5 0.0 232.0 1,192.5 4 City of Sonoma 97.3 85.9 89.8 141.9 183.5 226.3 224.8 212.0 205.0 120.3 81.5 116.0 1,784.4 May 2025 1,107.3 0.0 295.2 1,402.4 4 Valley of the Moon Dist. 131.1 80.7 60.0 72.1 64.9 82.7 154.1 132.5 107.4 89.6 62.0 79.0 1,116.0 Jun 2025 1,377.1 0.0 379.1 1,756.2 TOTAL PRIMES 2,410.0 1,964.2 2,023.3 2,757.7 3,023.1 3,780.0 3,838.8 3,623.8 3,935.9 2,633.6 2,017.7 2,813.3 34,821.4 Jul 2025 1,405.5 0.0 393.5 1,798.9 Aug 2025 1,319.1 0.0 369.1 1,688.3
OTHER AGENCY CUSTOMERS Sep 2025 1,433.7 0.0 384.1 1,817.9 1 Cal-American Water 15.2 4.1 0.6 2.2 25.4 46.3 34.4 34.5 31.2 13.2 4.3 0.9 212.4 Oct 2025 939.1 0.0 259.7 1,198.8 2 Penngrove Water Co 11.0 9.3 9.5 12.9 16.7 21.6 21.8 19.5 21.0 13.9 10.1 13.3 180.7 Nov 2025 671.6 0.0 167.5 839.1 4 Lawndale Mutual 1.8 1.4 1.7 3.0 4.5 6.2 8.2 6.1 7.5 3.7 2.1 1.8 47.9 Dec 2025 1,024.1 0.0 214.7 1,238.8 4 Kenwood Village Water Co 0.6 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.6 0.7 0.7 0.7 0.8 0.8 0.6 0.8 8.1 TOTAL SANTA ROSA 12,820.9 0.0 3,025.1 15,846.0 3 Forestville Co Water Dist. 20.5 19.2 19.1 24.9 29.2 40.0 42.7 40.0 44.0 27.3 20.1 24.3 351.3 1 Other Gov-Santa Rosa Aq 0.8 0.7 0.8 0.9 0.9 1.0 1.0 0.9 1.1 0.9 0.8 1.1 11.0 OTHER PRIME CONTRACTORS (B) 2 Other Gov-Petaluma Aq 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 CITY OF PETALUMA 0.0 7,422.6 7,422.6 4 Other Gov-Sonoma Aq 4.9 4.4 3.8 4.9 6.1 7.1 7.5 7.8 10.3 7.7 10.8 15.4 90.7 NORTH MARIN WATER DISTRICT 4,707.9 4,707.9 TOTAL OTHER AGY. CUST 54.7 39.7 36.0 49.6 83.5 122.9 116.3 109.5 115.9 67.6 48.8 57.5 902.1 CITY OF ROHNERT PARK 95.3 2,819.1 2,914.4 CITY OF COTATI 4.7 504.9 509.7
OFF-PEAK CUSTOMERS TOWN OF WINDSOR 520.5 520.5
2 Marin Municipal 46.0 27.6 27.6 24.6 310.0 926.8 997.4 890.0 1,058.8 745.7 509.4 429.6 5,993.5 CITY OF SONOMA 1,784.4 1,784.4 VALLEY OF THE MOON DISTRICT 1,116.0 1,116.0
SURPLUS CUSTOMERS TOTAL OTHER PRIME CONTRACTORS 620.6 15,454.5 2,900.3 18,975.4 1 Irrigation-Santa Rosa Aq 0.2 0.1 0.0 0.2 0.3 2.2 4.0 4.3 2.5 2.5 0.1 0.0 16.6 2 Irrigation-Petaluma Aq 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 TOTAL DELIVERIES TO PRIMES 13,441.5 15,454.5 5,925.4 34,821.4 4 Irrigation-Sonoma Aq 1.6 1.3 1.3 2.8 11.8 5.1 5.4 4.2 4.8 1.4 1.2 1.9 42.8 TOTAL SURPLUS CUST. 1.7 1.5 1.3 3.0 12.1 7.3 9.4 8.5 7.3 4.0 1.3 1.9 59.4 LESS: NORTH MARIN (4,707.9) (4,707.9) TOTAL DELIVERIES 2,512.5 2,033.0 2,088.2 2,834.8 3,428.7 4,837.1 4,961.9 4,631.8 5,118.0 3,450.9 2,577.3 3,302.4 41,776.4 TOTAL SONOMA COUNTY DELIVERIES 13,441.5 10,746.6 5,925.4 30,113.5 2/11/2026
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ESTIMATED WATER DELIVERIES AND WATER SALES - O&M plus Surcharges

ESTIMATED

REVENUE CATEGORY ACRE FEET ESTIMATED ESTIMATED

DELIVERED RATES REVENUE

WATER SALES - O&M
1 PRIMES without Subcharges 34,821.4 1,106.05 38,514,360 2 OTHER AGENCY CUSTOMERS 902.1 1,877.30 1,693,485
3 MARIN MUNICIPAL (OFF-PEAK) 4,300.0 1,409.99 6,062,945 4 MARIN MUNICIPAL (SUPPLEMENTAL) 1,693.6 1,409.99 2,387,904 5 SURPLUS CUSTOMERS 59.4 1,361.29 80,842
TOTAL WATER SALES - O&M 41,776.4 N/A $48,739,536
Note: MMWD rate adjusted per Amended MMWD Water Supply Agreements Effective 7/1/15.

ESTIMATED

REVENUE CATEGORY ACRE FEET ESTIMATED ESTIMATED

DELIVERED RATES REVENUE
WATER SALES - Sub-charges
1a Water Management Planning Sub-charge [4.13] 41,776.4 2.63 110,000 1b Watershed Planning/Restoration Sub-charge [4.14] 41,776.4 95.41 3,986,054 1c Recycled Water & Local Supply Sub-charge [4.15] 41,776.4 0.00 0 1d Water Conservation Sub-charge [4.16] 41,776.4 72.13 3,013,329 TOTAL WATER SALES - Subcharges 41,776.4 N/A $7,109,383
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SANTA ROSA AQUEDUCT ESTIMATED WATER DELIVERIES AND WATER SALES - O&M plus Surcharges

ESTIMATED

REVENUE CATEGORY ACRE FEET ESTIMATED ESTIMATED

DELIVERED RATES REVENUE

WATER SALES - O&M
1 SANTA ROSA AQUEDUCT 16,606.5 1,106.05 18,367,672

ESTIMATED

REVENUE CATEGORY ACRE FEET ESTIMATED ESTIMATED

DELIVERED RATES REVENUE
WATER SALES - Sub-charges
1a Water Management Planning Sub-charge [4.13] 16,606.5 2.63 43,726 1b Watershed Planning/Restoration Sub-charge [4.14] 16,606.5 95.41 1,584,490 1c Recycled Water & Local Supply Sub-charge [4.15] 16,606.5 0.00 0 1d Water Conservation Sub-charge [4.16] 16,606.5 72.13 1,197,824 TOTAL WATER SALES - Subcharges 16,606.5 N/A $2,826,040

ESTIMATED

REVENUE CATEGORY ACRE FEET ESTIMATED ESTIMATED

DELIVERED RATES REVENUE

CAPITAL CHARGES
Aqueduct Facilities Capital Charges [4.6 e] 16,606.5 11.00 182,671

BOND AND LOAN CAPITAL CHARGES
Storage Facilities Capital Charge [4.7] 16,606.5 45.80 760,639 Common Facilities Capital Charge [4.8] 16,606.5 182.85 3,036,489 Petaluma Aqueduct Facilities Capital Charges [4.6 b] 16,606.5 0.00 0 Sonoma Aqueduct Facilities Capital Charges [4.6 b] 16,606.5 0.00 0 TOTAL WATER SALES - Capital & Bond and Loan Charges 16,606.5 N/A $3,979,799 TOTAL ESTIMATED REVENUE $25,173,511
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PETALUMA AQUEDUCT ESTIMATED WATER DELIVERIES AND WATER SALES - O&M plus Surcharges

ESTIMATED

REVENUE CATEGORY ACRE FEET ESTIMATED ESTIMATED

DELIVERED RATES REVENUE

WATER SALES - O&M
1 PETALUMA AQUEDUCT 21,728.8 1,106.05 24,033,177

ESTIMATED

REVENUE CATEGORY ACRE FEET ESTIMATED ESTIMATED

DELIVERED RATES REVENUE
WATER SALES - Sub-charges
1a Water Management Planning Sub-charge [4.13] 21,728.8 2.63 57,213 1b Watershed Planning/Restoration Sub-charge [4.14] 21,728.8 95.41 2,073,226 1c Recycled Water & Local Supply Sub-charge [4.15] 21,728.8 0.00 0 1d Water Conservation Sub-charge [4.16] 21,728.8 72.13 1,567,292 TOTAL WATER SALES - Subcharges 21,728.8 N/A $3,697,731

ESTIMATED

REVENUE CATEGORY ACRE FEET ESTIMATED ESTIMATED

DELIVERED RATES REVENUE

CAPITAL CHARGES
Aqueduct Facilities Capital Charges [4.6 e] 21,728.8 10.00 217,288

BOND AND LOAN CAPITAL CHARGES
Storage Facilities Capital Charge [4.7] 21,728.8 45.80 995,258 Common Facilities Capital Charge [4.8] 21,728.8 182.85 3,973,094 Petaluma Aqueduct Facilities Capital Charges [4.6 b] 21,728.8 27.55 598,603 Sonoma Aqueduct Facilities Capital Charges [4.6 b] 21,728.8 0.00 0 TOTAL WATER SALES - Capital & Bond and Loan Charges 21,728.8 N/A $5,784,243 TOTAL ESTIMATED REVENUE $33,515,151
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SONOMA AQUEDUCT ESTIMATED WATER DELIVERIES AND WATER SALES - O&M plus Surcharges

ESTIMATED

REVENUE CATEGORY ACRE FEET ESTIMATED ESTIMATED

DELIVERED RATES REVENUE

WATER SALES - O&M
1 SONOMA AQUEDUCT 3,089.9 1,106.05 3,417,558

ESTIMATED

REVENUE CATEGORY ACRE FEET ESTIMATED ESTIMATED

DELIVERED RATES REVENUE
WATER SALES - Sub-charges
1a Water Management Planning Sub-charge [4.13] 3,089.9 2.63 8,136 1b Watershed Planning/Restoration Sub-charge [4.14] 3,089.9 95.41 294,816 1c Recycled Water & Local Supply Sub-charge [4.15] 3,089.9 0.00 0 1d Water Conservation Sub-charge [4.16] 3,089.9 72.13 222,872 TOTAL WATER SALES - Subcharges 3,089.9 N/A $525,824

ESTIMATED

REVENUE CATEGORY ACRE FEET ESTIMATED ESTIMATED

DELIVERED RATES REVENUE

CAPITAL CHARGES
Aqueduct Facilities Capital Charges [4.6 e] 3,089.9 34.90 107,836

BOND AND LOAN CAPITAL CHARGES
Storage Facilities Capital Charge [4.7] 3,089.9 45.80 141,527 Common Facilities Capital Charge [4.8] 3,089.9 182.85 564,981 Petaluma Aqueduct Facilities Capital Charges [4.6 b] 3,089.9 0.00 0 Sonoma Aqueduct Facilities Capital Charges [4.6 b] 3,089.9 166.46 514,353 TOTAL WATER SALES - Capital & Bond and Loan Charges 3,089.9 N/A $1,328,697 TOTAL ESTIMATED REVENUE $5,272,079
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BEGINNING AND ENDING CASH SUMMARY
Section Title: Water Transmission System Agency Fund
Fund/Department No: 44205 33040100
Actual Estimated Adopted Requested Percent
Account Title 2024-2025 2025-2026 2025-2026 2026-27 Difference Change BEGINNNG FUND BALANCE 14,640,956 19,452,576 10,270,981

REVENUES

USE OF MONEY / PROPERTY
44002 Interest on Pooled Cash 1,268,101 211,651 211,651 337,888 126,237 59.64% 44101 Rent - Real Estate 0 0 0 24,975 24,975 N/A
SUBTOTAL 1,268,101 211,651 211,651 362,863 151,212 71.44%

INTERGOVERNMENTAL REVENUES
SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 N/A

CHARGES FOR SERVICES
45223 Sewer/Water Hook up Fees 50,976 20,000 20,000 20,000 0 0.00% 45301 Charges for Services 176,835 0 0 150,000 150,000 N/A 45314 Sale - Power 0 100,000 100,000 300,000 200,000 200.00% 45315 Sale - Water, Wholesale 47,018,729 46,494,686 46,494,686 48,739,536 2,244,850 4.83% 45316 Water Conservation 2,757,548 2,706,900 2,706,900 3,013,329 306,429 11.32% 45323 Common Fac Rev Bond Chg 4,315,820 5,907,651 5,907,651 5,671,346 (236,304) (4.00%) 45324 Storage Fac Rev Bond Chg 1,035,047 1,507,069 1,507,069 1,420,631 (86,439) (5.74%) 45325 Sonoma Aqueduct Rev Bond Chg 542,469 515,315 515,315 514,353 (962) (0.19%) 45326 Petaluma Aqueduct Rev Bond Chg 0 346,697 346,697 303,790 (42,907) (12.38%) 45327 Santa Rosa Aqueduct Cap Chg 351,710 309,921 309,921 323,068 13,147 4.24% 45328 Petaluma Aqueduct Cap Chg 87,788 121,766 121,766 217,288 95,522 78.45% 45329 Sonoma Aqueduct Cap Chg 172,447 118,191 118,191 114,950 (3,241) (2.74%) 45330 North Marin Rev Bond Chg 421,433 796,359 796,359 757,370 (38,989) (4.90%) 45331 Water Mgmt Plan/Restore Chg 16,232 194,000 194,000 110,000 (84,000) (43.30%) 45332 Watershed Plan/Restore Chg 1,854,107 1,938,370 1,938,370 3,986,054 2,047,684 105.64% 45333 Recycled Water & Local Supply 0 6,000 6,000 0 (6,000) (100.00%) SUBTOTAL 58,801,140 61,082,924 61,082,924 65,641,715 4,558,791 7.46%

MISCELLANEOUS REVENUES
46027 Insurance Claims Reimbursement 138,834 0 0 0 0 N/A 46040 Miscellaneous Revenue 4,897 0 0 0 0 N/A
46050 Cancelled/Stale Dated Warrants 2,500 0 0 0 0 N/A
46200 Revenue Appl PY Misc Revenue 8,315 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 154,546 0 0 0 0 N/A

OTHER FINANCING SOURCES
47002 Sale of Capital Assets 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
47101 Transfers In - within a Fund 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
47102 Transfers In - btw Govtl Funds 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 0
TOTAL REVENUES 60,223,788 61,294,575 61,294,575 66,004,577 4,710,003 7.68% 2/11/2026
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Fund/Department No: 44205 33040100
Actual Estimated Adopted Requested Percent
Account Title 2024-2025 2025-2026 2025-2026 2026-27 Difference Change

EXPENDITURES

SERVICES AND SUPPLIES
51032 Janitorial Services 15,879 7,683 7,400 7,600 200 2.70% 51042 Insurance - Premiums 0 4,000 4,000 2,000 (2,000) (50.00%) 51061 Maintenance - Equipment 1,554,608 2,664,400 2,664,400 2,830,000 165,600 6.22% 51205 Advertising/Marketing Svc 875 5,000 5,000 3,000 (2,000) (40.00%) 51209 Information Tech Svc (non ISD) 2,471 4,500 4,500 2,000 (2,500) (55.56%) 51211 Legal Services 41,793 50,000 50,000 50,000 0 0.00% 51212 Outside Counsel - Legal Advice 0 2,500 2,500 2,500 0 0.00% 51221 Medical/Laboratory Services 0 10,000 10,000 10,000 0 0.00% 51229 Hazardous Waste Disposal Svc 736 0 0 0 0 N/A
51230 Security Services 0 2,000 2,000 2,000 0 0.00%
51231 Testing/Analysis 183,335 250,000 250,000 250,000 0 0.00% 51241 Outside Printing and Binding 2,592 2,000 2,000 2,000 0 0.00% 51242 Bank Charges 0 50 50 50 0 0.00%
51243 Filing Fees 100 0 0 0 0 N/A
51244 Permits/License/Fees 153,844 109,686 95,510 167,061 71,551 74.91% 51401 Rents and Leases - Equipment 176,207 400,000 400,000 400,000 0 0.00% 51402 Rents and Leases - Heavy Eqt 321,020 575,000 575,000 575,000 0 0.00% 51421 Rents and Leases - Bldg/Land 0 3,991 3,991 3,991 0 0.00% 51509 SCADA System Contributions 999,935 3,737,114 2,545,700 2,552,900 7,200 0.28% 51601 Training Services 25,641 15,000 15,000 25,000 10,000 66.67% 51602 Business Travel/Mileage 155 6,000 6,000 6,000 0 0.00% 51605 Private Car Expense 1,797 750 750 1,000 250 33.33% 51803 Other Contract Services 7,197,367 17,310,002 9,569,421 11,548,805 1,979,384 20.68% 51902 Telecommunication Usage 31,765 75,000 75,000 75,000 0 0.00% 51911 Mail Services 95 150 150 150 0 0.00%
51917 District Operations Chgs 23,380,829 22,210,231 21,229,384 22,303,591 1,074,207 5.06% 51921 Equipment Usage Charges 1,262,792 1,205,000 1,205,000 1,205,000 0 0.00% 52021 Clothing, Uniforms, Personal 13,973 8,000 8,000 8,000 0 0.00% 52031 Food 782 500 500 500 0 0.00%
52042 Janitorial Supplies 2,576 0 0 0 0 N/A
52043 Safety Supplies/Equipment 26,495 6,000 6,000 15,000 9,000 150.00% 52061 Fuel/Gas/Oil 42,056 75,000 75,000 75,000 0 0.00%
52063 Vehicle Parts 0 500 500 500 0 0.00%
52071 Materials and Supplies Expense 170,423 63,276 63,276 63,276 0 0.00% 52072 Chemicals 1,165,253 1,199,329 1,199,329 1,245,051 45,722 3.81% 52081 Medical/Laboratory Supplies 14,217 15,000 15,000 25,000 10,000 66.67% 52091 Memberships/Certifications 46,073 53,175 53,175 56,400 3,225 6.06% 52101 Other Supplies 0 0 0 80,000 80,000 N/A
52111 Office Supplies 9,560 7,500 7,500 7,500 0 0.00%
52112 Office Furniture/Fixtures 0 3,500 3,500 1,000 (2,500) (71.43%) 52114 Freight/Postage 86 1,000 1,000 1,000 0 0.00%
52115 Books/Media/Subscriptions 249 500 500 500 0 0.00% 52117 Mail and Postage Supplies 3,442 5,000 5,000 5,000 0 0.00% 52141 Minor Equipment/Small Tools 171,199 200,000 200,000 200,000 0 0.00% 52142 Computer Equipment/Accessories 188 2,500 2,500 2,500 0 0.00% 52143 Computer Software/Licensing Fees 45,033 52,633 52,633 54,050 1,417 2.69% 52191 Utilities 4,163 3,500 3,500 3,500 0 0.00%
52192 Utilities - Gas/Propane 314 0 0 0 0 N/A
52193 Utilities - Electric 4,314,228 4,802,500 4,802,500 4,852,500 50,000 1.04% SUBTOTAL 41,384,146 55,149,470 45,222,169 48,720,925 3,498,756 7.74%

OTHER CHARGES
53401 Amortization Expense 3,433 83,000 83,000 54,000 (29,000) (34.94%) 53402 Depreciation Expense 7,179,572 7,486,000 7,486,000 8,028,000 542,000 7.24% SUBTOTAL 7,183,005 7,569,000 7,569,000 8,082,000 513,000 6.78% 2/11/2026
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Actual Estimated Adopted Requested Percent
Account Title 2024-2025 2025-2026 2025-2026 2026-27 Difference Change

FIXED ASSETS
19840 Work in Progress - Eqt 12,269 0 0 0 0 N/A
19841 Work in Progress - Intang 246,179 855,953 645,570 30,000 (615,570) (95.35%) SUBTOTAL 258,449 855,953 645,570 30,000 (615,570) (95.35%)

OTHER FINANCING USES
57011 Transfers Out - within a Fund 11,066,297 14,470,747 14,470,747 16,432,179 1,961,432 13.55% 57012 Transfers Out - btw Govtl Fund 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 11,066,297 14,470,747 14,470,747 16,432,179 1,961,432 13.55% TOTAL EXPENDITURES 59,891,897 78,045,170 67,907,486 73,265,104 5,357,618 7.89% Adjustments to Reserves/Encumbrances:

Depreciation 7,183,005 7,569,000 8,082,000
Outstanding Encumbrances - Net Change (2,262,025) 0
Change in Prepaid Expense (13,843)
Change in Inventories (418,051)
Post audit adjustments (9,356)
ENDING FUND BALANCE 19,452,576 10,270,981 11,092,455
Operations and Maintenance 44205 Fund Balance Reserve Goal 12,187,731 Over/(Under) Goal (1,095,276)
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Major Services & Supplies Expenditure Items
Fund/Department No: 44205 33040100
Actual Adopted Requested Percent
FY24-25 FY25-26 FY26-27 Difference Change
51061 Maintenance - Equipment 1,554,608 2,664,400 2,830,000 165,600 6.22% 51211 Legal Services 41,793 50,000 50,000 0 0.00%
51231 Testing/Analysis 183,335 250,000 250,000 0 0.00%
51402 Rents and Leases - Heavy Eqt 321,020 575,000 575,000 0 0.00% 51509 SCADA System Contributions 999,935 2,545,700 2,552,900 7,200 0.28% 51803 Other Contract Services 7,197,367 9,569,421 11,548,805 1,979,384 20.68% 51917 District Operations Chgs 23,380,829 21,229,384 22,303,591 1,074,207 5.06% 51921 Equipment Usage Charges 1,262,792 1,205,000 1,205,000 0 0.00% 52072 Chemicals 1,165,253 1,199,329 1,245,051 45,722 3.81% 52193 Utilities - Electric 4,314,228 4,802,500 4,852,500 50,000 1.04% Power demand and costs expected to increase roughly 1% from prior year budget.

Reflects five year average expenditures.

Increase is attributable to a general increase in routine maintenance costs and fencing repairs at water tanks and booster stations.

Increase primarily attributable to increased budget needs tied to the Tank Recoat Program, partially offset by deferral of tank recoat rate smoothing efforts and a decrease in costs for studies.

Increase attributable to water transmission system’s share of SCADA maintenance expenses and capital project costs.

Costs expected to align with FY2025/2026 budget. Budget includes sampling and analysis tied to the Santa Rosa Plain Wells Projects as well as microplastics and Perfluoroalkyl/Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) testing.

Increase is attributable to an increase in labor costs for maintenance projects. The majority of this increase is due to negotiated labor rates.

Costs expected to remain stable after several years of large increases.

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AMOUNT
O&M Routine Maintenance
1 Routine Maintenance Equipment - Electrical/Instrumentation 300,000 2 Routine Maintenance Equipment - Plains Wells 100,000
3 Routine Maintenance Equipment - Production and Treatment 300,000 4 Routine Maintenance Equipment - SCADA 50,000
5 Routine Maintenance Equipment - Transmission and Storage 550,000 6 Routine Maintenance Equipment - Warm Springs Dam 5,000 7 Routine Maintenance Equipment - Water Operations 100,000 O&M Projects -
8 Collector Well 2 - Pump 4 Replacement 850,000
9 Water Tank and Booster Station Fencing Repairs 200,000 Emergency Management Program
10 Water System Emergency Inventory Program 300,000
Other
11 Santa Rosa Plain Well Monitoring Program 10,000
12 Santa Rosa Plain Wells Operational Support and Planning 50,000 13 Wohler Mirabel Groundwater Monitoring 15,000
$ 2,830,000
AMOUNT
1 SCADA System Contributions 2,552,900
$ 2,552,900
2026-27
Water Transmission System Agency Fund
51061 Maintenance - Equipment
51509 SCADA System Contributions
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O&M Routine Maintenance
1 Routine Contract Services - Production and Treatment 288,500 2 Routine Contract Services - Transmission and Storage 300,000 3 Routine Contract Services - Water Education Facility 36,000 Implementation
4 Asset Management Program 150,000
5 Cathodic Protection - Maintenance 50,000
6 Cathodic Protection - Site Assessment and Design Support 50,000 7 Financial Services Agreements 30,000
8 Hazardous Materials Management 50,000
9 Lease Agreements 40,000
10 Regional Park Maintenance Facility (offsetting revenue) 150,000 11 Regional Water Supply Resiliency Implementation 50,000 12 Riverfront Park Maintenance - Regional Parks 150,000 13 Tank Maintenance Program 340,348
14 Tank Rehabilitation - Annadel No. 1 181,125
15 Tank Rehabilitation - Cotati No. 2 181,125
16 Tank Rehabilitation - Eldridge No. 2 181,125
17 Tank Rehabilitation - Kawana Spring No. 1 181,125
18 Tank Rehabilitation - Ralphine No. 2 3,567,592
19 Tank Rehabilitation - Sonoma No. 2 3,678,015
20 TPW Pavement Preservation Program 40,000
21 Warm Springs Dam Hydropower FERC Relicensing 100,000 Advocacy
22 Community Outreach Program 20,000
23 Government Affairs - Legislative Program 160,000
Integrated Water Management Plan
24 IRWM North Coast 50,000
Studies/Planning
25 As-Needed Planning Studies 100,000
26 DeMuth Property Hydrogeologic Investigation 150,000
27 Natural Hazard Reliability Study 100,000
28 Stream Gage Consultant Services 10,000
29 Transmission System Condition Assessments 411,350
30 Upstreamtech Hydroforecast 80,000
31 Water System Comprehensive Plan 210,000
32 Watershed Water Quality Study - LBNL 260,000
33 Watershed Water Quality Study - USGS 187,500
34 Wohler/Mirabel Groundwater Model Update and Supporting Stud 15,000 $ 11,548,805
51803 Other Contract Services
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Asset Management Program 150,000
Sonoma Water’s Asset Management Program (AMP) aims to enhance efficient asset management throughout its lifespan, promote data sharing and connectivity, and highlight responsible fiscal practices. In Phase 1, Sonoma Water reviewed existing asset management methods, established a clear vision and guiding principles, and developed a practical framework. Phase 2 focused on evaluating the condition of key facilities, including water production sites (Mirabel & Wohler), storage tanks, booster stations, and wastewater treatment plants. Sonoma Water also successfully launched the new Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Progress in Phase 3 has been somewhat slower due to the CMMS integration process. During this time, staff reviewed the Aqueduct Asset Management Strategy and Inspection plan; worked on flood control initiatives; began reviewing flood control conduits; and continued discussions on implementing AMP.

Looking ahead to FY 26/27, efforts will continue with CMMS integration and the full deployment of the AMP, which may include hiring new staff or engaging a consultant to help initiate the program; start assessing storm drain conduits, and commence the evaluation of the aqueducts, if feasible.

Regional Park Maintenance Facility (offsetting revenue) 150,000 This is part of the Wohler Road Storage Facility under Capital Projects. This project element is funded separately to track reimbursement from Regional Parks as Sonoma Water and Regional Parks are currently working together to develop a joint California Environmental Quality Act {CEQA) document for the Sonoma County Water Agency Wohler Storage Facility and Sonoma County Regional Park's Maintenance Facility and Park Residence Project {Project) on the former DeMuth property at 9841 Wohler Road near Forestville, CA. Sonoma Water is leading preliminary design, environmental studies, and development of a joint CEQA document for the Project and will invoice Parks for half of temporarily assigned staff time incurred on the Project for preliminary design, environmental studies, and development of a joint CEQA document. The net cost os zero as Regionla Parks will be reimbrusing full costs for their portion of the work.

In FY24/25, a funding agreement with Regional Parks was established. Design for the overall project commenced after Board approval of a consultant agreement in July 2024 and was advanced to a 60% design stage. Design was put on hold to await CEQA advancement.

In FY25/26, CEQA continued to advance. A draft CEQA document is planned for concurrent review with Regional Parks and Counsel in late January with a target draft to be released for public review in March 2026. CEQA adoption by the Board is currently scheduled for June 2026. Design is also scheduled to continue advancing through the end of FY25/26. We are currently awiating confirmation from regulatory agencies that no regulatory permits will be required for the project.

In FY26/27, any necessary regulatory permits (if needed) will be obtained. Final design will also be reached wtih a target advertise date of December 2026. Award of the construction contract and Notice to Proceed is also anticipated in late FY26/27.
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Regional Water Supply Resiliency Implementation 50,000
Retail water providers to over 600,000 people in Sonoma and Marin Counties are regionally connected through existing water supply infrastructure. Along with purchasing wholesale water from the Sonoma County Water Agency, each retail provider also has local supplies which are used to meet the demands of their customers. Although these systems are connected, they are not operated or managed in a coordinated manner, especially in times of water shortage.

Funds expended between FY 19/20 and FY24/25 for the Regional Water Supply Resiliency Study were used to build a decision support model to evaluate the region’s resiliency to drought, and natural hazards such as seismic events, wildfires and flooding. Based on modeling scenarios completed for the development and evaluation of projects and strategies to improve the regions water supply reliability during periods of water supply shortage due to drought and seismic events, development of regional water banking strategies were identified as priority initiatives to pursue to improve the regions water supply resiliency. Funds budgeted for FY 24/25 and FY 25/26 will be used to implement priority recommendations from the Regional Water Supply Resiliency Study to develop a Regional Water Bank Implementation Strategy, which would provide a mechanism to integrate the most significant regional water storage facilities (Lake Sonoma, Santa Rosa Plain groundwater basin, Sonoma Valley groundwater basin, Petaluma Valley groundwater basin, Lake Stafford, and reservoirs operated and managed by Marin Water), using Sonoma Water's transmission system as the backbone. Surplus surface water during wet periods could be stored in surface reservoirs or groundwater basins and subsequently extracted during critical drought periods or emergencies thus providing improved resilience and reliability to the region. In FY24/25, Sonoma Water entered into an agreement with Jacobs Enginering Group to implement the support development of an implementation strategy. Activities in FY25/26 include developing initial goals and objectives, key components and potential constraints for a water bank, meeting with Water Supply Contractors and GSAs to determine potential participants and performing intial analysis of opportunities.

Activities planned for FY26/27 will include (1) develop and apply regional water bank model; (2) stakeholder engagement and outreach; (3) develop funding approach and implementation schedule; and (4) prepare implementation strategy report
SCADA System Contributions 2,552,900
The SCADA System Contributions line-item funds the Water Transmission System’s portion of routine operations and maintenance of Sonoma Water’s SCADA system (including SCADA staff labor) as well as capital improvement projects.

Routine work to operate and maintain the SCADA system on an annual basis includes monitoring system performance, performing software updates and patching, maintaining and replacing hardware, troubleshooting issues, providing user training and support, assessing and revamping programming standards to accommodate new/modified processes and current technologies, and implementing new standards to streamline maintenance and operations.

In addition to annual, routine work, Sonoma Water has undertaken several capital improvement projects to improve the SCADA system over the last few years. These projects are identified in Sonoma Water’s SCADA Master Plan.

In FY25/26, we completed the design for a SCADA radio system replacement. Due to the scale and complexity of the project—which includes six primary sites and more than 70 remote sites—the installation has been divided into three phases. The first phase is currently underway and will be completed by the end of FY25/26. The second phase is scheduled for completion in FY26/27, and the final phase is expected to be finished in FY27/28.

During FY25/26, we also completed the design for a SCADA network upgrade that will deliver significant improvements in security and reliability. Since then, we have worked with AT&T to establish new dedicated fiber connections to 12 facilities, and we are currently testing new hardware to replace legacy phone dialers with modern cellular equipment.

Installation of the network equipment will begin in late FY25/26 and is expected to continue into FY26/27. 2/11/2026
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Tank Maintenance Program 340,348
Sonoma County Water Agency (Sonoma Water) owns and operates 18 water storage tanks with a total combined capacity of 128.8 million gallons as a part of the water transmission system that provides clean drinking water to approximately 600,000 residents in nine major cities and water districts within Sonoma and Marin counties. Maintaining these tanks is critical. This program covers a 10-year agreement for maintenance services with a Service Provider.

Since Fall 2025, Sonoma Water has completed enhanced washout cleaning, inspections, and minor repairs to 12 of the 18 tanks. Of the remaining six tanks, five have either been fully renovated or are in the process of renovation, and the one remaining tank (Eldridge #2) is scheduled for enhanced washout, inspection, and repairs this winter. In FY 26/27, Sonoma Water will continue to conduct visual inspections of the tanks and, if needed, perform minor repairs.

Tank Rehabilitation Program 7,970,107
Water storage tanks are an integral component of Sonoma Water’s transmission and supply system and provide operational flexibility and system supply resiliency when demand exceeds production capacity. In total, Sonoma Water’s 18 welded steel water tanks provide 129 million gallons of storage, which is approximately three times the average daily system demand. Welded-steel tanks are susceptible to corrosion and have a limited functional lifespan of approximately 50 years without coatings. With regularly scheduled and targeted maintenance, monitoring, and recoating activities welded-steel tanks can attain a lifespan of over 100 years. Sonoma Water’s Tank Recoating Program specifically targets the protection and maintenance of welded-steel tanks by designing and implementing tank rehabilitation projects that include interior and exterior recoating, structural repairs, and installation of cathodic protection systems to maximize the functional life of each facility.

In FY 24/25 Sonoma water completed recoating at Kastania and Cotati No. 1. Design also progressed to completion for the Cotati No. 3 recoating project and was advertised for bids and awarded in January of 2025. Construction began in March 2025 and is expected to continue to February 2026.

In FY 25/26, design began in earnest for Ralphine No. 1 and Sonoma No. 1 recoating project. The project designs were also coordinated with the broader tank seismic project. The Ralphine No. 1 project is scheduled to advertise in January 2026 with a target contsruction award of April 2026. The Sonoma No. 1 project is scheduled to advertise in March 2026 with a target construction award of June or July 2026. Construction also continued to advance at Cotati No. 3 and is anticipated to wrap up in March or April 2026. Design agreements for Ralphine No. 2 and Sonoma No. 2 are also expected to occur with design commencing for both projects.

In FY26/27, construction of Ralphine No. 1 and Sonoma No. 1 will continue to advance. The Ralphine No. 2 and Sonoma No. 2 tank recoat designs will also continue to advance with a target advertise date of January 2027.

Consultant design agreements will also be contracted for the next two tanks ( Eldrige No. 2 and Kawana Springs No. 1) in early FY26/27 and possibly for Cotati No. 2 and Annadel No. 1 in late FY26/27.

Warm Springs Dam Hydropower FERC Relicensing 100,000
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) operating license for the Warm Springs Dam Hydropower project expires in 2032. Based on discussions with outside FERC counsel, it is recommended that the relicensing process be started five years prior to the license expiring. Consequently, funds will be required in FY 26/27 to retain a consultant with FERC relicensing expertise.
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Studies/Planning
DeMuth Property Hydrogeologic Investigation 150,000
The DeMuth property hydrogeologic investigation will advance feasibility evaluation of siting additional diversion facilities (i.e., a well field or additional collector well) within the DeMuth parcels adjoining the eastern bank of the Russian River, just south of Wohler Bridge. In December 2023, two monitoring wells were drilled and constructed on the parcel using Sonic drill rig. Continuous core samples collected during the drilling of the boreholes were comprised primarily of course sands and gravels. The monitoring wells have been equipped pressure/temperature transducers that will be collecting hourly water level and temperature data throughout the winter and spring of 2024. In December 2023, Sonoma Water entered into an agreement with Collier Geophysics to perform land based geophysics at the parcel. The geophysical investigation was completed in FY24/25. Based on the information provided by the monitoring wells and ground based geophysics, in FY25/26 Sonoma Water staff have planned and implemented drilling and constructing 2 additional monitoring wells and initiated the design for a high capacity test well planned to be constructed by summer 2026. Activities planned for FY26/27 include completing the test well construction and development and performing and analyzing a step-drawdown pump test and aquifer pump test. Additional future work may also include: (1) leveraging existing internal modeling tools to estimate well production efficiencies and potential well interference with existing collector wells and nearby irrigation wells; and (2) assessing strategies for mitigating seismic risks to existing Wohler/Mirabel diversion facilities by siting new diversion facilities on the DeMuth parcels.

Natural Hazard Reliability Study 100,000
The seismic mitigation planning study will advance feasibility evaluation and refine strategic approaches to implementing measures to mitigate failure risks of the water transmission system to specific seismic vulnerabilities identified as part of prior natural hazard reliability studies. Particular focus of the study will evaluate: 1) liquefaction mitigation solutions to protect collector wells at the Wohler-Mirabel production facilities, 2) strategies that best balance risk mitigation of aqueduct failure at numerous locations of potential seismic vulnerability against a cost-effective and timely implementation approach (including conducting a broad CPT investigation at numerous sites), and 3) analyze alternative seismic retrofit solutions at select water storage tanks.

In FY 22/23, a consultant was contracted to initiate the planning study, coordinating geotechnical investigations, and securing necessary permits and permission to enter agreements. In FY23/24, CPT investigations were performed along with seismic assessment of the water storage tanks. Preliminary design of liquefaction mitigation solution of Collector 5 was also commenced to assess feasibility of implementing a secant pile wall concept. In FY24/25, funding was utilized to finalize the preliminary design of Collector 5, assess the feasibility to expand design concepts to other collectors, and update the aqueduct seismic risk analysis based on new geotechnical data. In FY25/26, funding will be used will be utilized to develop to develop a prioritization framework for seismic mitigation projects and complete a final report. In FY26/27, funding will be used to update the draft Seismic Assessment of Water Storage Tanks report with site specific geotechnical data that is planned to be collected.

Transmission System Condition Assessments 411,350
During FY24/25, Sonoma Water under the Asset Management Program started an Aqueduct Condition Assessment report that reviews the water system's pipeline infrastructure, developed a risk-based prioritization model for inspections, and evaluates the current market of inspection technologies. During FY25/26, the report will be finalized and a work plan developed that outlines the strategic approach to pipeline inspections and monitoring. The first inspection project contract under this program is planned for FY26/27. 2/11/2026
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Water System Comprehensive Plan 210,000
Sonoma Water aims to develop a Comprehensive Water System Master Plan (Master Plan) to define the programs, policies, and projects required to meet the potable water infrastructure needs of Sonoma Water’s service area for the next 20-years. Master Plan development will consider future system demands, current system conditions, and required system improvements. This Master Plan will yield a prioritized list of projects, serving as a guide for financial commitments needed to ensure sufficient operation of the water system’s infrastructure. In FY23/24, a consultant was brought under contract and a kick off meeting was held. During FY 24/25, data was collected about the Water System and compiled into Technical Memorandum 1 to provide a baseline. Sonoma Water coordinated with its Water Contracts to begin demand forecasting. In FY 25/26, a methodology for project prioritization was established that can be used across Sonoma Water’s enterprises. Additional SCADA data was compiled and sent to consultant to calibrate their hydraulic model, which will be used to forecast required infrastructure improvements over the next 20-years.

Water Demand Forecasting is set to begin in Q1 of 2026 with hydraulic modeling and project identification to follow this fiscal year.

Watershed Water Quality Study - LBNL and LBNL 447,500
Sonoma Water’s riverbank filtration (RBF) facilities leverage the natural subsurface sediments to remove chemical pollutants and waterborne pathogens via filtration, adsorption, and degradation. RBF is a low cost and sustainable alternative to traditional drinking water treatment because it relies on natural filtration processes rather than a traditionally engineered water treatment system. Unlike an engineered system, the nature of RBF requires scientific study of the natural system processes to demonstrate continued efficacy amidst changing environmental pressures.

Sonoma Water has funded studies in collaboration with USGS and LBNL to develop a robust scientific research program to demonstrate the efficacy of RBF to regulators, to understand the processes that contribute to the efficacy of RBF, and to identify any potential vulnerabilities (e.g., drought, wildfire, emerging contaminants of concern).

Following the most recent drought, historically low water levels and reductions in collector efficiency were observed in Collector 6 during summer and fall, 2021. In response, USGS and LBNL developed a monitoring program to assess the role of Russian River streambed clogging (both microbial and physical) on observed reductions in collector efficiency at Wohler and Mirabel. Funds budgeted during FY23/24 and FY24/25 were used to deploy >40 sensors to measure streambed infiltration in the river adjacent to Collectors 1, 2, and 6, collect groundwater, surface water, and streambed water chemistry samples, and conduct geophysical surveying to better understand the development, persistence, and impacts of streambed clogging and its potential impacts on RBF. Funds budgeted for FY25/26 were used to complete data collection and interpretation, ultimately resulting in publication of the study findings in the peerreviewed scientific literature. Funds budgeted for FY 26/27 will be used to continue data collection and interpretation, with additional study of RBF vulnerabilities to post-wildfire water chemistry changes. Results from this study will help inform operational decision-making and improve system resilience for Sonoma Water’s RBF facilities amidst drought, wildfire, and future climate-change impacts.
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FY 2026-27 BUDGET

BEGINNING AND ENDING CASH SUMMARY
Section Title: Water Management Planning
Fund/Department No: 44210 33041000
Actual Estimated Adopted Requested Percent
Account Title 2024-2025 2025-2026 2025-2026 2026-27 Difference Change BEGINNING FUND BALANCE 344,187 319,719 138,878

REVENUES

USE OF MONEY / PROPERTY
44002 Interest on Pooled Cash 14,733 4,550 4,550 3,592 (958) (21.05%) SUBTOTAL 14,733 4,550 4,550 3,592 (958) (21.05%)

INTERGOVERNMENTAL REVENUE
42619 Town of Windsor 910 11,126 11,126 6,404 (4,722) (42.44%) SUBTOTAL 910 11,126 11,126 6,404 (4,722) (42.44%)

CHARGES FOR SERVICES
SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 N/A

OTHER FINANCING SOURCES
47101 Transfers In - within a Fund 16,232 194,000 194,000 110,000 (84,000) (43.30%) 47102 Transfers In - btw Govtl Fund 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 16,232 194,000 194,000 110,000 (84,000) (43.30%) TOTAL REVENUES 31,876 209,676 209,676 119,996 (89,680) (42.77%)

EXPENDITURES

SERVICES AND SUPPLIES
51211 Legal Services 314 0 0 0 0 N/A
51803 Other Contract Services 5,349 230,000 230,000 80,000 (150,000) (65.22%) 51917 District Operations Chgs 40,878 160,517 120,000 80,000 (40,000) (33.33%) SUBTOTAL 46,541 390,517 350,000 160,000 (190,000) (54.29%)

OTHER CHARGES
SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 N/A

OTHER FINANCING USES
57011 Transfers Out - within a Fund 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
57012 Transfers Out - btw Govtl Fun 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 46,541 390,517 350,000 160,000 (190,000) (54.29%) Adjustments to Reserves/Encumbrances:

Outstanding Encumbrances - Net Change (9,803) 0 0
ENDING FUND BALANCE 319,719 138,878 98,874
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BEGINNING AND ENDING CASH SUMMARY
Section Title: Watershed Planning/Restoration
Fund/Department No: 44215 33041100
Actual Estimated Adopted Requested Percent
Account Title 2024-2025 2025-2026 2025-2026 2026-27 Difference Change BEGINNING FUND BALANCE 10,444,098 10,588,305 3,015,731

REVENUES

USE OF MONEY / PROPERTY
44002 Interest on Pooled Cash 457,539 71,964 71,964 60,833 (11,130) (15.47%) SUBTOTAL 457,539 71,964 71,964 60,833 (11,130) (15.47%)

INTERGOVERNMENTAL REVENUE
42619 Town of Windsor 104,121 111,163 111,163 232,047 120,884 108.74% SUBTOTAL 104,121 111,163 111,163 232,047 120,884 108.74%

CHARGES FOR SERVICES
45301 Charges for Services 107,940 0 0 0 0 N/A
45332 Watershed Plan/Restore Chg 16,542 40,000 40,000 40,000 0 0.00% Subtotal Charges for Service 124,481 40,000 40,000 40,000 0 0.00%

MISCELLANEOUS REVENUE
46200 Revenue Appl PY Misc Revenu (10,077) 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL (10,077) 0 0 0 0 N/A

OTHER FINANCING SOURCES
47101 Transfers In - within a Fund 1,854,107 1,938,370 1,938,370 3,986,054 2,047,684 105.64% 47102 Transfers In - btw Govtl Funds 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 1,854,107 1,938,370 1,938,370 3,986,054 2,047,684 105.64% TOTAL REVENUES 2,530,170 2,161,497 2,161,497 4,318,934 2,157,437 99.81%

EXPENDITURES

SERVICES AND SUPPLIES
51061 Maintenance - Equipment 226 0 0 0 0 N/A
51205 Advertising Marketing 952 0 0 0 0 N/A
51209 Information Tech Svc (non ISD 474 0 0 0 0 N/A
51211 Legal Services 16,874 0 0 0 0 N/A
51231 Testing/Analysis 88,532 0 0 0 0 N/A
51241 Outside Printing and Binding 1,168 0 0 0 0 N/A
51243 Filing Fees 100 0 0 0 0 N/A
51244 Publications and Legal Notices 57,687 0 0 0 0 N/A 51301 Permits/License/Fees 504 0 0 0 0 N/A
51402 Rents and Leases - Heavy Eqt 9,678 0 0 0 0 N/A
51605 Private Car Expense 1,516 0 0 0 0 N/A
51803 Other Contract Services 535,882 2,552,961 1,993,000 2,643,354 650,354 32.63% 51917 District Operations Chgs 1,880,479 5,328,474 2,977,370 3,536,700 559,330 18.79% 51921 Equipment Usage Charges 17,380 0 0 0 0 N/A
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Section Title: Watershed Planning/Restoration
Fund/Department No: 44215 33041100
Actual Estimated Adopted Requested Percent
Account Title 2024-2025 2025-2026 2025-2026 2026-27 Difference Change 52021 Clothing, Uniforms, Personal 805 0 0 0 0 N/A
52031 Food 40 0 0 0 0 N/A
52042 Janitorial Supplies 19 0 0 0 0 N/A
52043 Safety Supplies/Equipment 22 0 0 0 0 N/A
52071 Materials and Supplies Expens 50,209 0 0 0 0 N/A
52081 Medical/Laboratory Supplies (303) 0 0 0 0 N/A
52091 Memberships/Certifications 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
52101 Other Supplies 0 160,000 160,000 196,000 36,000 22.50% 52111 Office Supplies 11 0 0 0 0 N/A
52115 Books/Media 96 0 0 0 0 N/A
52117 Mail and Postage Supplies 90 0 0 0 0 N/A
52141 Minor Equipment/Small Tools 38 0 0 0 0 N/A
52143 Computer Software 675 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 2,663,153 8,041,435 5,130,370 6,376,054 1,245,684 24.28%

OTHER CHARGES
53402 Depreciation Expense 9,351 8,000 8,000 10,000 2,000 25.00% SUBTOTAL 9,351 8,000 8,000 10,000 2,000 25.00%

REIMBURSEMENTS
SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 N/A

FIXED ASSETS
19841 Acq-WIP-Intangibles 30,580 1,692,636 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 30,580 1,692,636 0 0 0 N/A

OTHER FINANCING USES
57011 Transfers Out - within a Fund 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
57012 Transfers Out - btw Govtl Fund 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 2,703,083 9,742,071 5,138,370 6,386,054 1,247,684 24.28% Adjustments to Reserves/Encumbrances:

Outstanding Encumbrances - Net Change 297,691 0
Depreciation 9,351 8,000 10,000
Gain/loss on disposal of Capital Assets 10,077
Rounding 1 0
ENDING FUND BALANCE 10,588,305 3,015,731 958,611
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BEGINNING AND ENDING CASH SUMMARY
Section Title: Recycled Water and Local Supply
Fund/Department No: 44220 33041200
Actual Estimated Adopted Requested Percent
Account Title 2024-2025 2025-2026 2025-2026 2026-27 Difference Change BEGINNING FUND BALANCE (13,255) 259,676 266,020

REVENUES

USE OF MONEY / PROPERTY
44002 Interest on Pooled Cash 17,857 0 0 8,199 8,199 N/A SUBTOTAL 17,857 0 0 8,199 8,199 N/A

INTERGOVERNMENTAL REVENUE
42619 Town of Windsor 0 344 344 0 (344) (100.00%)
SUBTOTAL 0 344 344 0 (344) (100.00%)

OTHER FINANCING SOURCES
47101 Transfers In - within a Fund 0 6,000 6,000 0 (6,000) (100.00%) 47102 Transfers In - btw Govtl Funds 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 0 6,000 6,000 0 (6,000) (100.00%)
TOTAL REVENUES 17,857 6,344 6,344 8,199 1,855 29.24%

EXPENDITURES

SERVICES AND SUPPLIES
51803 Other Contract Services 42,454 0 0 0 0 N/A
51917 District Operations Chgs 3,030 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 45,484 0 0 0 0 N/A

OTHER CHARGES
53402 Depreciation Expense 5,966 6,000 6,000 6,000 0 0.00% SUBTOTAL 5,966 6,000 6,000 6,000 0 0.00%

OTHER FINANCING USES
57011 Transfers Out - within a Fund 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
57012 Transfers Out - btw Govtl Fund 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 51,450 6,000 6,000 6,000 0 0.00%
Adjustments to Reserves/Encumbrances:

Outstanding Encumbrances - Net Change 150,279 0
Change in Windsor Reserve 150,279 0
Depreciation 5,966 6,000 6,000
ENDING FUND BALANCE 259,676 266,020 274,219
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BEGINNING AND ENDING CASH SUMMARY
Section Title: Water Conservation
Fund/Department No: 44225 33041300
Actual Estimated Adopted Requested Percent
Account Title 2024-2025 2025-2026 2025-2026 2026-27 Difference Change BEGINNING FUND BALANCE 48,878 69,194 (2,242)

REVENUES

USE OF MONEY / PROPERTY
44002 Interest on Pooled Cash (1,285) 1,806 1,806 1,025 (781) (43.24%) SUBTOTAL (1,285) 1,806 1,806 1,025 (781) (43.24%)

INTERGOVERNMENTAL REVENUE
42358 State Other Funding 424,940 38,000 38,000 0 (38,000) (100.00%) 42461 Federal Other Funding 471,651 1,501,000 35,000 34,871 (129) (0.37%) 42601 County of Sonoma 71,807 0 0 0 0 N/A
42619 Town of Windsor 154,856 155,237 155,237 175,420 20,183 13.00% 42621 North Marin Water District 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 1,123,254 1,694,237 228,237 210,291 (17,946) (7.86%)

CHARGES FOR SERVICES
45301 Charges for Services 41,989 42,000 42,000 42,000 0 0.00% 45316 Water Conservation 1,893 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 43,882 42,000 42,000 42,000 0 0.00%

MISCELLANEOUS REVENUE
46029 Donations/Contributions 0 316,000 316,000 326,500 10,500 3.32% 46050 Cancelled/Stale Dated Warrants 7 0 0 0 0 N/A
46200 Revenue Appl PY Misc Revenue 100,000 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 100,007 316,000 316,000 326,500 10,500 3.32%

OTHER FINANCING SOURCES
47101 Transfers In - within a Fund 2,757,598 2,706,900 2,706,900 3,013,329 306,429 11.32% 47102 Transfers In - btw Govtl Funds 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 2,757,598 2,706,900 2,706,900 3,013,329 306,429 11.32% TOTAL REVENUES 4,023,456 4,760,943 3,294,943 3,593,145 298,202 9.05%

EXPENDITURES

SERVICES AND SUPPLIES
51061 Maintenance - Equipment 401 0 0 0 0 N/A
51205 Advertising/Marketing Svc 20,251 0 0 0 0 N/A
51209 Information Tech Svc (non ISD) 1,375 0 0 0 0 N/A
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Section Title: Water Conservation
Fund/Department No: 44225 33041300
Actual Estimated Adopted Requested Percent
Account Title 2024-2025 2025-2026 2025-2026 2026-27 Difference Change 51211 Legal Services 3,062 0 0 0 0 N/A
51241 Outside Printing and Binding 28,011 41,000 41,000 51,000 10,000 24.39% 51401 Rents and Leases - Equipment 1,187 0 0 0 0 N/A
51601 Training Services 5,082 0 0 0 0 N/A
51602 Business Travel/Mileage 10,112 13,000 13,000 13,000 0 0.00% 51605 Private Car Expense 293 0 0 0 0 N/A
51803 Other Contract Services 231,688 548,400 498,400 472,700 (25,700) (5.16%) 51911 Mail Services 152 0 0 0 0 N/A
51917 District Operations Chgs 2,519,309 2,500,000 2,500,000 2,600,000 100,000 4.00% 51921 Equipment Usage Charges 10,404 0 0 0 0 N/A
52021 Clothing, Uniforms 67 0 0 0 0 N/A
52031 Food 607 0 0 0 0 N/A
52071 Materials and Supplies Expense 53,757 81,000 81,000 89,000 8,000 9.88% 52091 Memberships/Certifications 5,679 6,000 6,000 7,500 1,500 25.00% 52111 Office Supplies 70 0 0 0 0 N/A
52115 Books/Media/Subscriptions 1,029 0 0 0 0 N/A
52117 Mail and Postage Supplies 132 0 0 0 0 N/A
52143 Computer Software/Licensing Fees 1,060 0 0 0 0 N/A 52171 Water Conservation Program 50,000 166,500 166,500 296,500 130,000 78.08% SUBTOTAL 2,943,728 3,355,900 3,305,900 3,529,700 223,800 6.77%

OTHER CHARGES
53501 Contributions 823,511 1,476,479 0 0 0 N/A
53502 Community Grants 0 0 0 5,000 5,000 N/A
SUBTOTAL 823,511 1,476,479 0 5,000 5,000 N/A

OTHER FINANCING USES
57011 Transfers Out - within a Fund 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
57012 Transfers Out - btw Govtl Fund 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 3,767,238 4,832,379 3,305,900 3,534,700 228,800 6.92% Adjustments to Reserves/Encumbrances:

Outstanding Encumbrances - Net Chang 62,149 0 0
Change in Windsor Reserve (92,234) 0 0
Post Audit Adjustment (205,816) 0 0
Rounding (1) 0 0
ENDING FUND BALANCE 69,194 (2,242) 56,203
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Water Transmission Budget
2026-27
Itemized Detail for Subfunds Consulting/Contractual Services Budget FY26-27
Water Management Planning
Urban Water Management Plan: Develop scope, cost, and schedule to complete an update to Sonoma Water’s UWMP and preparation and submittal of the required UWMP to the Department of Water Resources by July 1, 2026. Results of the 2025 UWMP update are required to inform the work of Sonoma Water’s contractors’ UWMP updates to DWR.
$ 50,000
Annual Water Supply and Demand Assessment: Develop scope, cost, and schedule to complete a water supply and demand analysis and preparation and submittal of the required Annual Water Shortage Assessment Report to the Department of Water Resources by July 1 each year. Results of the Annual Assessment are also required to inform the work of Sonoma Water’s contractors’ Assessment Reports to DWR.

In FY 24-25 the AWSDA report was completed as described and results shared with the water contractors to inform the completion of their reports.

Sonoma Water’s completed AWSDA was filed with DWR prior to the July 1, 2025 reporting deadline. In FY 25-26 the AWSDA will again be completed as described and results shared with the water contractors to inform the completion of their reports. Sonoma Water’s completed AWSDA will be filed with DWR prior to the July 1, 2026 reporting deadline. A new agreement will be implemented for this work in FY 26-27. $ 30,000
Watershed Planning/Restoration
RRIFR Decision 1610 Change Petition: Russian River Flows and Fish Flow Project EIR: Continued work on Fish Habitat Flows and Water Rights Project (Fish Flow Project EIR) in preparation for any additional impact analysis, flow modeling, and monitoring needed. The EIR is being prepared by Sonoma Water staff, with assistance from consultants in some areas of analysis. In FY24/25, most of the work focused on submission of annual Temporary Urgency Change (TUC) Petitions to the State Board to approve the requested changes to minimum in-stream flows as identified in the Biological Opinion and fisheries and water quality monitoring and reporting required by any State Board TUC Order. Work being accomplished in FY25/26 includes updates project analysis, and lab analysis for water quality monitoring under TUC Orders. Work anticipated for FY26/27 includes work on the hydrologic index alternatives and water quality and flow modeling, as well as lab analysis for water quality monitoring related to TUCs. $ 433,000
RRIFR Estuary Management: Required Annual Biological Opinion Activities: Sonoma Water, in consultation with the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), California Department of Fish & Wildlife (CDFW) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps), is required to annually prepare an adaptive management plan; conduct and record monthly surveys of the beach topography; use a time lapse video camera to record the interaction of waves, tides and the river mouth; conduct baseline monitoring of seals and other pinnipeds, conduct estuary water quality monitoring, conduct juvenile steelhead and coho salmon rearing surveys, and prepare annual reports. Other FY25/26 activities include installation and monitoring of downstream migrant salmonid traps and water quality monitoring stations. Work being completed in FY25/26 includes preparation of the annual adaptive management plan, renewing regulatory permits, and continuation of monitoring and studies. Work anticipated for FY26/27 includes renewing regulatory permits and monitoring studies.
$ 965,000
Upper Russian River Water Quality Monitoring: This water quality monitoring was conducted for the Upper Russian River, including the East Fork Russian River above Lake Mendocino and Lake Mendocino to contribute to planning and modeling efforts for the Potter Valley Project (PVP), Lake Mendocino management, Fish Habitat Flows and Water Rights Project, the Forecast Informed Reservoir Operations (FIRO) projects, and TUC orders.

Monitoring included the deployment of datasondes and collection of grab samples, as well as laboratory analysis. Work anticipated for FY26/27 includes the efforts described above.
$ 25,000
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Water Transmission Budget
2026-27
Itemized Detail for Subfunds Consulting/Contractual Services Budget FY26-27
Dry Creek: To comply with the Biological Opinion’s Dry Creek Adaptive Management Plan, in FY 25/26 Sonoma Water Environmental Resources staff monitored 14 enhancement reaches during the 2025 monitoring season. A contractor completed maintenance activities (sediment and vegetation management) in Reach 8. Staff also installed over 2,000 willow cuttings at three sites in Reach 10 to assist with bank stabilization. Staff continue to work on long-term programmatic permit applications to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, Regional Water Quality Control Board, and Army Corps of Engineers for maintenance of previously constructed sites and planned maintenance for several enhancement reaches in 2026. In addition to planned monitoring and maintenance in FY 26/27, the 2025 Biological Opinion requires Sonoma Water to fund a small-scale habitat enhancement project while an alternative to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Phase III project is being developed. Sonoma staff are requesting $250,000 from the Watershed Planning and Restoration Fund to support a habitat enhancement project being implemented on Mill Creek, a major tributary to Dry Creek, to satisfy this requirement. Staff are also working with the Army Corps to finalize the Operations and Maintenance Manual for completed Dry Creek enhancement projects. A portion of the requested funds in FY 26/27 will also contribute to Sonoma Water’s cost-share requires for the Army Corps project. $ 1,020,354
Landscape Resiliency: Multiyear fire landscape resiliency effort at Lake Sonoma to protect source water quality in partnership with the U.S. Army Corps and CalFire. In FY25/26, met with CalFire and USACE to identify areas that require vegetation treatment, conducted vegetation management, and facilitated CalFire controlled burns. The same tasks will be undertaken in FY 26-27. $ 200,000
$ 2,643,354
Recycled Water and Local Supply
Recycled Water and Local Supply costs have historically been for Sonoma Water’s share of the groundwater sustainability agency’s contributions.

Sonoma Water’s share of mandatory fees has been included in the Agency Operating fund in FY 2026/2027. $ - $ -
Water Conservation
51241-Outside Printing and Binding
WUE/Water Ed Program materials, Eco-Friendly Garden Tour materials, Water Smart Plant Label materials. $ 51,000 51602-Business Travel/Mileage
Attend local and statewide meetings representing the Partnership and Sonoma Water. $ 13,000 51803-Other Contract Services
Garden Sense Contract: Funding provides onsite visits by local master gardeners to support local turf removal programs. $ 20,000 Green Business Program: Funding to staff a part time position which provides water assessments for local businesses pursuing the Green Business Certification. $ 30,000
Educational Content: Displays for Education Center. $ 10,000 Plant Labeling Program: Funding for nursery liaison to ensure locally appropriate plants are labeled, nursery staff trainings, outreach tabling. $ 20,000 QWEL: QWEL website and database maintenance contract, QWEL trainings. $ 40,000 Sonoma County Fair: Sponsorship of general WUE display/materials at the Sonoma County Fair. $ 8,000 2/11/2026
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2026-27
Itemized Detail for Subfunds Consulting/Contractual Services Budget FY26-27
SMSWP website: Website hosting, maintenance, and development. $ 8,500 Spatial Analysis: CII Landscape Measurements for contractors. $ - Water Ed Bus Contract: Shuttle from school to field study sites for Water Education Program. $ 50,000 Water Loss Programs: Technical assistance for regional water loss meetings and audit validations. $ 36,200 $ 472,700
51917-District Operations Chgs
Salaries, benefits and overhead costs for staff assigned to projects budgeted within the Water Conservation Fund (Includes USBR WaterSMART Grant). $ 2,600,000 52071-Materials and Supplies Expense
Water Ed Teaching Materials: pH strips, fabric for displays, youth outreach displays, pencil sharpeners, pencils, classroom testing kits, maps, workbooks, rulers, toothbrushes, stickers, etc. Garden Tour, fair demo garden signage. $ 89,000 52091-Memberships/Certifications
Irrigation Association and AWWA Certificate Renewals, Water Education Foundation, and California Water Efficiency Partnership, Alliance for Water Efficiency, etc. $ 7,500
52171-Water Conservation Program
Outdoor Water Use Focused Programs: Russian River Friendly Workshops, Living Learning Landscapes Demo Gardens, etc. $ 1,500 Public Information/Outreach Programs: Media campaigns for the Sonoma-Marin Saving Water Partnership including media ad buys, ad development. $ 180,000 Saving Water Partnership Wholesaler Support: Acting as the regional liaison attend meetings of the CalWEP, Alliance for Water Efficiency, ACWA, Urban Advisory Group, CA Science Teachers Association, environmental education conference. $ 20,000 School Education Program: Such as assembly program, port-a-potties, steelhead in the classroom program, youth outreach events, teacher program, teacher trainings, educational workbooks, maps. $ 70,000 Seminars, Workshops, Training: Host trainings/ workshops to benefit the Partnership, such as Statewide Framework, Water Loss, NFT, speakers’ bureau. Participation in national/statewide studies such as those conducted by CalWEP and AWE. $ 25,000 $ 296,500
Total $ 3,529,700
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BEGINNING AND ENDING CASH SUMMARY
Section Title: Santa Rosa Aqueduct Capital Fund
Fund/Department No: 44230 33045000
Actual Estimated Adopted Requested Percent
Account Title 2024-2025 2025-2026 2025-2026 2026-27 Difference Change BEGINNING FUND BALANCE 10,305,302 10,959,009 10,733,771

REVENUES

USE OF MONEY / PROPERTY
44002 Interest on Pooled Cash 407,954 310,281 310,281 331,956 21,675 6.99% SUBTOTAL 407,954 310,281 310,281 331,956 21,675 6.99%

OTHER FINANCING SOURCES
47101 Transfers In - within a F 351,710 309,921 309,921 323,068 13,147 4.24% SUBTOTAL 351,710 309,921 309,921 323,068 13,147 4.24%
TOTAL REVENUES 759,663 620,202 620,202 655,024 34,822 5.61%

EXPENDITURES

FIXED ASSETS
19832 CIP - Infrastructure 69,562 845,440 130,247 0 (130,247) (100.00%) SUBTOTAL 69,562 845,440 130,247 0 (130,247) (100.00%)

OTHER FINANCING USES
57011 Transfers Out - within a 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 69,562 845,440 130,247 0 (130,247) (100.00%) Adjustments to Reserves/Encumbrances:

Unrealized Gain/ Loss (GASB 31) (36,393) 0 0
Rounding (1) 0 0
ENDING FUND BALANCE 10,959,009 10,733,771 11,388,796
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BEGINNING AND ENDING CASH SUMMARY
Section Title: Petaluma Aqueduct Capital Fund
Fund/Department No: 44235 33045100
Actual Estimated Adopted Requested Percent
Account Title 2024-2025 2025-2026 2025-2026 2026-27 Difference Change BEGINNING FUND BALANCE 3,817,392 3,870,847 (492,431)

REVENUES

USE OF MONEY / PROPERTY
44002 Interest on Pooled Cash 280,517 28,633 28,633 574 (28,059) (98.00%) SUBTOTAL 280,517 28,633 28,633 574 (28,059) (98.00%)

MISCELLANEOUS REVENUE
46021 Capital Gains - Federal 509,747 1,624,391 0 0 0 N/A SUBTOTAL 509,747 1,624,391 0 0 0 N/A

OTHER FINANCING SOURCES
47101 Transfers In - within a Fund 87,788 1,571,766 1,571,766 1,667,288 95,522 6.08% SUBTOTAL 87,788 1,571,766 1,571,766 1,667,288 95,522 6.08% TOTAL REVENUES 878,053 3,224,790 1,600,399 1,667,862 67,463 4.22%

EXPENDITURES

FIXED ASSETS
19832 CIP - Infrastructure 1,676,597 7,588,067 3,119,107 548,910 (2,570,197) (82.40%) 19841 Work in Progress - Intang 1,619 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 1,678,216 7,588,067 3,119,107 548,910 (2,570,197) (82.40%)

OTHER FINANCING USES
57011 Transfers Out - within a Fund 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 1,678,216 7,588,067 3,119,107 548,910 (2,570,197) (82.40%) Adjustments to Reserves/Encumbrances:

Change in Encumbrances 849,391 0 0
Rounding 4,228
ENDING FUND BALANCE 3,870,847 (492,431) 626,521
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BEGINNING AND ENDING CASH SUMMARY
Section Title: Sonoma Aqueduct Capital Fund
Fund/Department No: 44240 33045200
Actual Estimated Adopted Requested Percent
Account Title 2024-2025 2025-2026 2025-2026 2026-27 Difference Change BEGINNING FUND BALANCE 208,414 265,572 436,845

REVENUES

USE OF MONEY / PROPERTY
44002 Interest on Pooled Cash 7,609 7,862 7,862 15,435 7,572 96.31% SUBTOTAL 7,609 7,862 7,862 15,435 7,572 96.31%

OTHER FINANCING SOURCES
47101 Transfers In - within a Fund 267,447 213,191 213,191 139,950 (73,241) (34.35%) SUBTOTAL 267,447 213,191 213,191 139,950 (73,241) (34.35%) TOTAL REVENUES 275,056 221,053 221,053 155,384 (65,669) (29.71%)

EXPENDITURES

FIXED ASSETS
19832 CIP - Infrastructure 163,367 49,780 0 50,220 50,220 N/A SUBTOTAL 163,367 49,780 0 50,220 50,220 N/A

OTHER FINANCING USES
57011 Transfers Out - within a Fund 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 163,367 49,780 0 50,220 50,220 N/A
Adjustments to Reserves/Encumbrances:

Outstanding Encumbrances - Net Change (54,531) 0 0
ENDING FUND BALANCE 265,572 436,845 542,009
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BEGINNING AND ENDING CASH SUMMARY
Section Title: Storage Facilities
Fund/Department No: 44250 33043000
Actual Estimated Adopted Requested Percent
Account Title 2024-2025 2025-2026 2025-2026 2026-27 Difference Change BEGINNING FUND BALANCE 2,390,075 2,050,152 11,675

REVENUES

USE OF MONEY / PROPERTY
44002 Interest on Pooled Cash 87,288 12,054 12,054 4,540 (7,514) (62.34%) SUBTOTAL 87,288 12,054 12,054 4,540 (7,514) (62.34%)

OTHER FINANCING SOURCES
47101 Transfers In - within a Fund 1,280,000 1,570,000 1,570,000 2,890,000 1,320,000 84.08% 47102 Transfers In - btw Govtl Funds 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 1,280,000 1,570,000 1,570,000 2,890,000 1,320,000 84.08% TOTAL REVENUES 1,367,288 1,582,054 1,582,054 2,894,540 1,312,486 82.96%

EXPENDITURES

FIXED ASSETS
19832 CIP - Infrastructure 427,059 3,620,531 2,104,967 2,615,236 510,269 24.24% 19841 Acq-WIP-Intangibles 29,416 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 456,475 3,620,531 2,104,967 2,615,236 510,269 24.24%

OTHER FINANCING USES
57011 Transfers Out - within a Fund 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 456,475 3,620,531 2,104,967 2,615,236 510,269 24.24% Adjustments to Reserves/Encumbrances:

Change in Encumbrances (1,250,737) 0 0
Rounding 1 0 0
ENDING FUND BALANCE 2,050,152 11,675 290,979
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BEGINNING AND ENDING CASH SUMMARY
Section Title: Common Facilities
Fund/Department No: 44260 33043200
Actual Estimated Adopted Requested Percent
Account Title 2024-2025 2025-2026 2025-2026 2026-27 Difference Change BEGINNING FUND BALANCE 11,311,997 10,420,078 509,093

REVENUES

USE OF MONEY / PROPERTY
44002 Interest on Pooled Cash 536,736 54,913 54,913 38,818 (16,095) (29.31%) SUBTOTAL 536,736 54,913 54,913 38,818 (16,095) (29.31%)

MISCELLANEOUS REVENUES
46022 Capital Grants - State 3,174,592 0 0 0 0 N/A
46040 Miscellaneous Revenue 0 0 0 300,000 300,000 N/A
SUBTOTAL 3,174,592 0 0 300,000 300,000 N/A

OTHER FINANCING SOURCES
47101 Transfers In - within a Fund 5,293,000 10,100,000 10,100,000 8,145,000 (1,955,000) (19.36%) 47102 Transfers In - btw Govtl Funds 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 5,293,000 10,100,000 10,100,000 8,145,000 (1,955,000) (19.36%) TOTAL REVENUES 9,004,327 10,154,913 10,154,913 8,483,818 (1,671,095) (16.46%)

EXPENDITURES

FIXED ASSETS
19812 Acq-CIP-Land (6) 0 0 0 0 N/A
19832 CIP - Infrastructure 6,660,119 20,065,897 12,926,099 7,689,014 (5,237,085) (40.52%) 19841 Work in Progress - Intang 89,958 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 6,750,071 20,065,897 12,926,099 7,689,014 (5,237,085) (40.52%)

OTHER FINANCING USES
57011 Transfers Out - within a Fund 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 N/A

ADMINISTRATIVE CONTROL ACCOUNT
SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 6,750,071 20,065,897 12,926,099 7,689,014 (5,237,085) (40.52%) Adjustments to Reserves/Encumbrances:

Outstanding Encumbrances - Net Change (2,932,889) 0 0
Post Audit Adjustment (213,287) 0 0
Rounding 1 (1) 0
ENDING FUND BALANCE 10,420,078 509,093 1,303,898
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BEGINNING AND ENDING CASH SUMMARY
Section Title: North Marin Water Deposit
Fund/Department No: 44300 33045300
Actual Estimated Adopted Requested Percent
Account Title 2024-2025 2025-2026 2025-2026 2026-27 Difference Change BEGINNING FUND BALANCE 29,711 31,045 31,980

REVENUES

USE OF MONEY / PROPERTY
44002 Interest on Pooled Cash 1,334 934 934 974 40 4.23% SUBTOTAL 1,334 934 934 974 40 4.23%

INTERGOVERNMENTAL REVENUE
42610 Other Governmental Agencie 52,545 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 52,545 0 0 0 0 N/A

OTHER FINANCING SOURCES
47101 Transfers In - within a Fund 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
TOTAL REVENUES 53,879 934 934 974 40 4.23%

EXPENDITURES

OTHER FINANCING USES
57011 Transfers Out - within a Fund 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
Adjustments to Reserves/Encumbrances:

Post Audit Adjustment (52,545) 0
ENDING FUND BALANCE 31,045 31,980 32,954
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BEGINNING AND ENDING CASH SUMMARY
Section Title: State Loan Debt Service Fund
Fund/Department No: 44265 33047000
Actual Estimated Adopted Requested Percent
Account Title 2024-2025 2025-2026 2025-2026 2026-27 Difference Change BEGINNING FUND BALANCE $524,916 $163,762 $22,448

REVENUES

USE OF MONEY / PROPERTY
44002 Interest on Pooled Cash 53,904 2,651 2,651 1,537 (1,114) (42.02%) SUBTOTAL 53,904 2,651 2,651 1,537 (1,114) (42.02%)

OTHER FINANCING SOURCES
47101 Transfers In - within a Fund 1,196,267 1,196,269 1,196,269 1,196,269 0 0.00% SUBTOTAL 1,196,267 1,196,269 1,196,269 1,196,269 0 0.00% TOTAL REVENUES 1,250,171 1,198,920 1,198,920 1,197,806 (1,114) (0.09%)

EXPENDITURES

OTHER CHARGES
53103 Interest on LT Debt 102,759 76,390 76,390 49,278 (27,112) (35.49%) SUBTOTAL 102,759 76,390 76,390 49,278 (27,112) (35.49%)

OTHER FINANCING USES
57011 Transfers Out - within a Fund 558,000 300,000 300,000 100,000 (200,000) (66.67%) SUBTOTAL 558,000 300,000 300,000 100,000 (200,000) (66.67%) ADMIN. CONTROL ACCOUNT
59002 Advances 937,473 963,844 963,844 990,956 27,112 2.81% 59003 Advances Clearing (937,473) (963,844) (963,844) (990,956) (27,112) 2.81% SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 660,759 376,390 376,390 149,278 (227,112) (60.34%) Adjustments to Reserves/Encumbrances:

Principal payments on loan (950,567) 0
(Increase) / Decrease in Principal Payable 0 (963,844) (990,956) Unrealized Gain/ Loss (GASB 31) 1 0 0
ENDING FUND BALANCE $163,762 $22,448 $80,021
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BEGINNING AND ENDING CASH SUMMARY
Section Title: State Loan Reserve Fund
Fund/Department No: 44270 33047100
Actual Estimated Adopted Requested Percent
Account Title 2024-2025 2025-2026 2025-2026 2026-27 Difference Change BEGINNING FUND BALANCE $1,314,661 $1,314,661 $1,314,661

REVENUES

USE OF MONEY / PROPERTY
44002 Interest on Pooled Cash 0 0 0 39,440 39,440 N/A
SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 39,440 39,440 N/A

OTHER FINANCING SOURCES
47101 Transfers In - within a Fund 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
TOTAL REVENUES 0 0 0 39,440 39,440 N/A

EXPENDITURES

OTHER FINANCING USES
57011 Transfers Out - within a Fund 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
Adjustments to Reserves/Encumbrances:

Increase in Reserve 0 0 (39,440)
ENDING FUND BALANCE $1,314,661 $1,314,661 $1,314,661
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BEGINNING AND ENDING CASH SUMMARY
Section Title: Storage Facilities Revenue Bonds 2015
Fund/Department No: 44290 33047500
Actual Estimated Adopted Requested Percent
Account Title 2024-2025 2025-2026 2025-2026 2026-27 Difference Change BEGINNING FUND BALANCE $8,666 $50,957 $48,140

REVENUES

USE OF MONEY / PROPERTY
44002 Interest on Pooled Cash 2,298 594 594 1,413 819 137.87% 44003 Other Interest Earnings 21,438 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 23,735 594 594 1,413 819 137.87%

OTHER FINANCING SOURCES
47101 Transfers In - within a Fund 476,950 471,733 471,733 471,372 (361) (0.08%) 47102 Transfers In - btw Govtl Funds 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 476,950 471,733 471,733 471,372 (361) (0.08%)
TOTAL REVENUES 500,685 472,328 472,328 472,786 458 0.10%

EXPENDITURES

SERVICES AND SUPPLIES
51242 Bank Charges 1,182 1,500 1,500 1,500 0 0.00%
SUBTOTAL 1,182 1,500 1,500 1,500 0 0.00%

OTHER CHARGES
53103 Interest on LT Debt 131,327 117,500 117,500 111,062 (6,438) (5.48%) 53104 Other Interest Expense (11,468) 5,058 5,058 5,058 0 0.00% SUBTOTAL 119,859 122,558 122,558 116,120 (6,438) (5.25%)

OTHER FINANCING USES
57011 Transfers Out - within a Fund 55,000 70,000 70,000 70,000 0 0.00% 57012 Transfers Out - btw Govtl Fund 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 55,000 70,000 70,000 70,000 0 0.00%
ADMIN. CONTROL ACCOUNT
59004 Administrative Control Account 276,541 286,145 286,145 292,268 6,123 2.14% 59005 Admin Control Acct Clearing (276,541) (286,145) (286,145) (292,268) (6,123) 2.14% SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 176,041 194,058 194,058 187,620 (6,438) (3.32%) Adjustments to Reserves/Encumbrances:

Loss on Refunding of Debt 5,058 5,058 5,058
Principal Payment (276,541) (286,145) (292,268)
Amortization of Bond Premium (16,526) 0 0
Change in Reserved Fund Balance 5,656
ENDING FUND BALANCE $50,957 $48,140 $46,095
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BEGINNING AND ENDING CASH SUMMARY
Section Title: Common Facilities Revenue Bonds 2015
Fund/Department No: 44295 33047600
Actual Estimated Adopted Requested Percent
Account Title 2024-2025 2025-2026 2025-2026 2026-27 Difference Change BEG. FUND BALANCE $159,769 $129,475 $94,376

REVENUES

USE OF MONEY / PROPERTY
44002 Interest on Pooled Cash 10,694 1,510 1,510 4,444 2,934 194.31% 44003 Other Interest Earnings 42,616 0 0 0 0 N/A
44050 Unrealized Gains and Losses 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 53,310 1,510 1,510 4,444 2,934 194.31%

OTHER FINANCING SOURCES
47101 Transfers In - within a Fund 1,228,157 1,218,046 1,218,046 1,215,632 (2,414) (0.20%) 47102 Transfers In - btw Govtl Funds 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 1,228,157 1,218,046 1,218,046 1,215,632 (2,414) (0.20%) TOTAL REVENUES 1,281,467 1,219,556 1,219,556 1,220,076 520 0.04%

EXPENDITURES

SERVICES AND SUPPLIES
51242 Bank Charges 2,062 2,500 2,500 2,500 0 0.00%
SUBTOTAL 2,062 2,500 2,500 2,500 0 0.00%

OTHER CHARGES
53103 Interest on LT Debt 392,175 358,736 358,736 343,135 (15,601) (4.35%) 53104 Other Interest Expense (25,008) 4,516 4,516 4,516 0 0.00% 53105 Costs of Issuance 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
53109 Capitalized Interest 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 367,167 363,252 363,252 347,651 (15,601) (4.29%)

OTHER FINANCING USES
57011 Transfers Out - within a Fund 260,000 200,000 200,000 15,000 (185,000) (92.50%) 57012 Transfers Out - btw Govtl Fund 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 260,000 200,000 200,000 15,000 (185,000) (92.50%) ADMIN. CONTROL ACCOUNT
59004 Administrative Control Account 668,772 693,418 693,418 706,920 13,502 1.95% 59005 Admin Control Acct Clearing (668,772) (693,418) (693,418) (706,920) (13,502) 1.95% SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 629,229 565,752 565,752 365,151 (200,601) (35.46%) Adjustments to Reserves/Encumbrances:

Principal Payment (668,772) (693,418) (706,920)
Change in Principal due to Bond Realloca 0 0 0
Change in Bond Premium due to Bond Re 0 0 0
Revenue Bonds Pay - Change in Current 0 0 0
Amortization of Bond Premium (29,523) 0 0
Capitalized Interest 0
Change in Reserved Fund Balance 11,247
Loss on Refunding Debt 4,515 4,515 4,515
Unrealized Gain/ Loss (GASB 31) 0 0 0
Rounding 0 0 0
ENDING FUND BALANCE $129,475 $94,376 $246,895
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BEGINNING AND ENDING CASH SUMMARY
Section Title: Sonoma Aqueduct Revenue Bonds 2015
Fund/Department No: 44305 33047700
Actual Estimated Adopted Requested Percent
Account Title 2024-2025 2025-2026 2025-2026 2026-27 Difference Change BEGINNING FUND BALANCE $5,855 $7,784 $7,883

REVENUES

USE OF MONEY / PROPERTY
44002 Interest on Pooled Cash 364 182 182 315 133 73.42% 44003 Other Interest Earnings 1,302 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 1,666 182 182 315 133 73.42%

OTHER FINANCING SOURCES
47101 Transfers In - within a Fund 37,791 37,702 37,702 37,604 (98) (0.26%) 47102 Transfers In - btw Govtl Funds 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 37,791 37,702 37,702 37,604 (98) (0.26%)
TOTAL REVENUES 39,457 37,883 37,883 37,919 36 0.09%

EXPENDITURES

SERVICES AND SUPPLIES
51242 Bank Charges 355 500 500 500 0 0.00%
SUBTOTAL 355 500 500 500 0 0.00%

OTHER CHARGES
53103 Interest on LT Debt 12,830 11,846 11,846 11,386 (460) (3.88%) 53104 Other Interest Expense (689) 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 12,140 11,846 11,846 11,386 (460) (3.88%)

OTHER FINANCING USES
57011 Transfers Out - within a Fund 5,000 5,000 5,000 0 (5,000) (100.00%) SUBTOTAL 5,000 5,000 5,000 0 (5,000) (100.00%)
ADMIN. CONTROL ACCOUNT
59004 Administrative Control Account 19,688 20,438 20,438 20,813 375 1.83% 59005 Admin Control Acct Clearing (19,688) (20,438) (20,438) (20,813) (375) 1.83% SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 17,496 17,346 17,346 11,886 (5,460) (31.48%) Adjustments to Reserves/Encumbrances:

Accrual of Principal Payment - Revenue Bond (19,688) (20,438) (20,813) Amortization of Bond Premium (689) 0 0
Change in Reserved Fund Balance 344
ENDING FUND BALANCE $7,784 $7,883 $13,103
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BEGINNING AND ENDING CASH SUMMARY
Section Title: Common Facilities Revenue Bonds 2019
Fund/Department No: 44310 33047800
Actual Estimated Adopted Requested Percent
Account Title 2024-2025 2025-2026 2025-2026 2026-27 Difference Change BEG. FUND BALANCE $737,241 $56,540 $46,113

REVENUES

USE OF MONEY / PROPERTY
44002 Interest on Pooled Cash 30,536 993 993 2,604 1,612 162.29% 44003 Other Interest Earnings 239 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 30,775 993 993 2,604 1,612 162.29%

OTHER FINANCING SOURCES
47101 Transfers In - within a Fund 676,356 679,114 679,114 680,813 1,699 0.25% 47102 Transfers In - btw Govtl Funds 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 676,356 679,114 679,114 680,813 1,699 0.25%
TOTAL REVENUES 707,131 680,107 680,107 683,417 3,310 0.49%

EXPENDITURES

SERVICES AND SUPPLIES
51242 Bank Charges 2,697 3,000 3,000 3,000 0 0.00%
SUBTOTAL 2,697 3,000 3,000 3,000 0 0.00%

OTHER CHARGES
53103 Interest on LT Debt 264,038 247,983 247,983 231,006 (16,977) (6.85%) 53104 Other Interest Expense (54,724) 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 209,314 247,983 247,983 231,006 (16,977) (6.85%)

OTHER FINANCING USES
57011 Transfers Out - within a Fund 800,000 100,000 100,000 15,000 (85,000) (85.00%) 57012 Transfers Out - btw Govtl Fund 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 800,000 100,000 100,000 15,000 (85,000) (85.00%) ADMIN. CONTROL ACCOUNT
59004 Administrative Control Account 321,097 339,551 339,551 358,005 18,454 5.43% 59005 Admin Control Acct Clearing (321,097) (339,551) (339,551) (358,005) (18,454) 5.43% SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 1,012,011 350,983 350,983 249,006 (101,977) (29.05%) Adjustments to Reserves/Encumbrances:

Principal Payment (321,097) (339,551) (358,005)
Amortization of Bond Premium (54,724) 0 0
Changed in Reserved Fund Balance 1 0 0
Rounding (1) 0 0
ENDING FUND BALANCE $56,540 $46,113 $122,519
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BEGINNING AND ENDING CASH SUMMARY
Section Title: Sonoma Aqueduct Revenue Bonds 2019
Fund/Department No: 44315 33047900
Actual Estimated Adopted Requested Percent
Account Title 2024-2025 2025-2026 2025-2026 2026-27 Difference Change BEGINNING FUND BALANCE $164,494 $113,253 $57,268

REVENUES

USE OF MONEY / PROPERTY
44002 Interest on Pooled Cash 7,065 2,528 2,528 1,844 (683) (27.04%) 44003 Other Interest Earnings 85 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 7,150 2,528 2,528 1,844 (683) (27.04%)

OTHER FINANCING SOURCES
47101 Transfers In - within a Fund 240,426 241,406 241,406 242,008 602 0.25% 47102 Transfers In - btw Govtl Funds 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 240,426 241,406 241,406 242,008 602 0.25%
TOTAL REVENUES 247,576 243,933 243,933 243,852 (81) (0.03%)

EXPENDITURES

SERVICES AND SUPPLIES
51242 Bank Charges 1,252 1,500 1,500 1,500 0 0.00%
SUBTOTAL 1,252 1,500 1,500 1,500 0 0.00%

OTHER CHARGES
53103 Interest on LT Debt 93,662 87,968 87,968 81,945 (6,023) (6.85%) 53104 Other Interest Expense (19,412) 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 74,250 87,968 87,968 81,945 (6,023) (6.85%)

OTHER FINANCING USES
57011 Transfers Out - within a Fund 90,000 90,000 90,000 25,000 (65,000) (72.22%) SUBTOTAL 90,000 90,000 90,000 25,000 (65,000) (72.22%)
ADMIN. CONTROL ACCOUNT
59004 Administrative Control Account 113,903 120,450 120,450 126,996 6,546 5.43% 59005 Admin Control Acct Clearing (113,903) (120,450) (120,450) (126,996) (6,546) 5.43% SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 165,502 179,468 179,468 108,445 (71,023) (39.57%) Adjustments to Reserves/Encumbrances:

Accrual of Principal Payment - Revenue Bo (113,903) (120,450) (126,996) Amortization of Bond Premium (19,412) 0 0
Rounding 0 (1) 0
ENDING FUND BALANCE $113,253 $57,268 $65,679
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BEGINNING AND ENDING CASH SUMMARY
Section Title: Storage Facilities Revenue Bonds 2022
Fund/Department No: 44325 33048100
Actual Estimated Adopted Requested Percent
Account Title 2024-2025 2025-2026 2025-2026 2026-27 Difference Change BEG. FUND BALANCE $9,731 $54,488 $15,533

REVENUES

USE OF MONEY / PROPERTY
44002 Interest on Pooled Cash 2,762 1,299 1,299 1,049 (249) (19.20%) 44003 Other Interest Earnings 110,867 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 113,629 1,299 1,299 1,049 (249) (19.20%)

MISCELLANEOUS REVENUES
46200 PY Revenue - Miscellaneous (112,082) 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL (112,082) 0 0 0 0 N/A
OTHER FINANCING SOURCES (112,082)
47101 Transfers In - within a Fund 442,662 458,050 458,050 443,417 (14,633) (3.19%) 47102 Transfers In - btw Govtl Funds 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 442,662 458,050 458,050 443,417 (14,633) (3.19%) TOTAL REVENUES 444,209 459,348 459,348 444,466 (14,882) (3.24%)

EXPENDITURES

SERVICES AND SUPPLIES
51242 Bank Charges 590 1,000 1,000 1,000 0 0.00%
SUBTOTAL 590 1,000 1,000 1,000 0 0.00%

OTHER CHARGES
53103 Interest on LT Debt 158,354 154,190 154,190 135,142 (19,048) (12.35%) 53104 Other Interest Expense (36,700) 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 121,654 154,190 154,190 135,142 (19,048) (12.35%)

OTHER FINANCING USES
57011 Transfers Out - within a Fund 1,225,000 100,000 100,000 20,000 (80,000) (80.00%) 57012 Transfers Out - btw Govtl Fund 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 1,225,000 100,000 100,000 20,000 (80,000) (80.00%) ADMIN. CONTROL ACCOUNT
59004 Administrative Control Account 225,570 243,114 243,114 249,438 6,324 2.60% 59005 Admin Control Acct Clearing (225,570) (243,114) (243,114) (249,438) (6,324) 2.60% SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 1,347,244 255,190 255,190 156,142 (99,048) (38.81%) Adjustments to Reserves/Encumbrances:

Gain on Refunding (4,913) 0 0
Amortization of Bond Premium 61,606
Proceeds from Bond Issuance 1,116,667 0 0
Accrual of Principal Payment - Revenue Bon (225,570) (243,114) (249,438) Rounding 1 1 0
ENDING FUND BALANCE $54,488 $15,533 $54,419
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BEGINNING AND ENDING CASH SUMMARY
Section Title: Common Facilities Revenue Bonds 2022
Fund/Department No: 44335 33048300
Actual Estimated Adopted Requested Percent
Account Title 2024-2025 2025-2026 2025-2026 2026-27 Difference Change BEG. FUND BALANCE $5,576,812 $1,083,870 $1,187,946

REVENUES

USE OF MONEY / PROPERTY
44002 Interest on Pooled Cash 221,905 36,826 36,826 37,994 1,168 3.17% 44003 Other Interest Earnings (110,597) 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 111,308 36,826 36,826 37,994 1,168 3.17%

MISCELLANEOUS REVENUES
46200 PY Revenue - Miscellaneous 112,082 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 112,082 0 0 0 0 N/A

OTHER FINANCING SOURCES
47101 Transfers In - within a Fund 1,293,866 1,282,250 1,282,250 1,295,822 13,572 1.06% 47102 Transfers In - btw Govtl Funds 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 1,293,866 1,282,250 1,282,250 1,295,822 13,572 1.06% TOTAL REVENUES 1,517,256 1,319,076 1,319,076 1,333,816 14,740 1.12%

EXPENDITURES

SERVICES AND SUPPLIES
51242 Bank Charges 3,036 3,000 3,000 3,300 300 10.00%
SUBTOTAL 3,036 3,000 3,000 3,300 300 10.00%

OTHER CHARGES
53103 Interest on LT Debt 591,858 558,233 558,233 537,438 (20,795) (3.73%) 53104 Other Interest Expense (82,573) 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 509,285 558,233 558,233 537,438 (20,795) (3.73%)

OTHER FINANCING USES
57011 Transfers Out - within a Fund 3,675,000 100,000 100,000 15,000 (85,000) (85.00%) 57012 Transfers Out - btw Govtl Fund 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 3,675,000 100,000 100,000 15,000 (85,000) (85.00%) ADMIN. CONTROL ACCOUNT
59004 Administrative Control Account 530,243 553,767 553,767 586,063 32,296 5.83% 59005 Admin Control Acct Clearing (530,243) (553,767) (553,767) (586,063) (32,296) 5.83% SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 4,187,322 661,233 661,233 555,738 (105,495) (15.95%) Adjustments to Reserves/Encumbrances:

Gain on Refunding (6,879) 0 0
Accrual of Principal Payment - Revenue Bon (530,243) (553,767) (586,063) Amortization of Bond Premium (169,088) 0 0
Change in Principal due to Refunding of Deb (1,116,667) 0 0 Rounding 1 0 0
ENDING FUND BALANCE $1,083,870 $1,187,946 $1,379,961
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BEGINNING AND ENDING CASH SUMMARY
Section Title: Sonoma Aqueduct Revenue Bonds 2022
Fund/Department No: 44330 33048200
Actual Estimated Adopted Requested Percent
Account Title 2024-2025 2025-2026 2025-2026 2026-27 Difference Change BEGINNING FUND BALANCE $36,820 $69,738 $103,119

REVENUES

USE OF MONEY / PROPERTY
44002 Interest on Pooled Cash 2,320 2,571 2,571 3,607 1,036 40.29% 44003 Other Interest Earnings 21 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 2,341 2,571 2,571 3,607 1,036 40.29%

MISCELLANEOUS REVENUES
SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 N/A

OTHER FINANCING SOURCES
47101 Transfers In - within a Fund 233,940 236,208 236,208 234,741 (1,466) (0.62%) 47102 Transfers In - btw Govtl Funds 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 233,940 236,208 236,208 234,741 (1,466) (0.62%) TOTAL REVENUES 236,281 238,779 238,779 238,348 (431) (0.18%)

EXPENDITURES

SERVICES AND SUPPLIES
51242 Bank Charges 288 600 600 600 0 0.00%
SUBTOTAL 288 600 600 600 0 0.00%

OTHER CHARGES
53103 Interest on LT Debt 58,887 51,678 51,678 44,022 (7,656) (14.81%) 53104 Other Interest Expense (24,172) 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 34,715 51,678 51,678 44,022 (7,656) (14.81%)

OTHER FINANCING USES
57011 Transfers Out - within a Fund 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
ADMIN. CONTROL ACCOUNT
59004 Administrative Control Account 144,188 153,120 153,120 159,500 6,380 4.17% 59005 Admin Control Acct Clearing (144,188) (153,120) (153,120) (159,500) (6,380) 4.17% SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 35,003 52,278 52,278 44,622 (7,656) (14.64%) Adjustments to Reserves/Encumbrances:

Gain on Refunding (4,040) 0 0
Accrual of Principal Payment - Revenue Bo (144,188) (153,120) (159,500) Amortization of Bond Premium (20,132) 0 0
ENDING FUND BALANCE $69,738 $103,119 $137,345
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BEGINNING AND ENDING CASH SUMMARY
Section Title: Petaluma Aqueduct Revenue Bonds Fund 2026 Fund/Department No: 44285 33047400
Actual Estimated Adopted Requested Percent
Account Title 2024-2025 2025-2026 2025-2026 2026-27 Difference Change BEGINNING FUND BALANCE $0 $0 $2,142,608

REVENUES

USE OF MONEY / PROPERTY
44002 Interest on Pooled Cash 0 33,851 33,851 45,512 11,661 34.45% SUBTOTAL 0 33,851 33,851 45,512 11,661 34.45%

OTHER FINANCING SOURCES
47101 Transfers In - within a Fund 0 346,697 346,697 303,790 (42,907) (12.38%) 47102 Transfers In - btw Govtl Funds 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 0 346,697 346,697 303,790 (42,907) (12.38%)

SPECIAL ITEMS
48004 Transfers In - within a Fund 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
TOTAL REVENUES 0 380,548 380,548 349,303 (31,245) (8.21%)

EXPENDITURES

SERVICES AND SUPPLIES
51242 Bank Charges 0 480 480 480 0 0.00%
SUBTOTAL 0 480 480 480 0 0.00%

OTHER CHARGES
53103 Interest on LT Debt 0 149,872 149,872 149,872 0 0.00% 53104 Other Interest Expense 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
53105 Costs of Issuance 0 37,310 37,310 0 (37,310) (100.00%) 53109 Capitalized Interest 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 0 187,182 187,182 149,872 (37,310) (19.93%)

OTHER CHARGES
SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 N/A

OTHER FINANCING USES
57011 Transfers Out - within a Fund 0 1,450,000 1,450,000 1,450,000 0 0.00% SUBTOTAL 0 1,450,000 1,450,000 1,450,000 0 0.00%
ADMIN. CONTROL ACCOUNT
59004 Administrative Control Account 0 113,814 113,814 113,814 0 0.00% 59005 Admin Control Acct Clearing 0 (113,814) (113,814) (113,814) 0 0.00% SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 0 1,637,662 1,637,662 1,600,352 (37,310) (2.28%) Adjustments to Reserves/Encumbrances:
(Increase)/Decrease in Bonds Payable
Proceeds from issuance 0 3,513,536 0
Principal Payments on Bonds 0 (113,814) 0
Rounding 0 (1) 0
ENDING FUND BALANCE $0 $2,142,608 $891,559
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BEGINNING AND ENDING CASH SUMMARY
Section Title: Storage Facilities Revenue Bond - 2026
Fund/Department No: 44280 33047300
Actual Estimated Adopted Requested Percent
Account Title 2024-2025 2025-2026 2025-2026 2026-27 Difference Change BEGINNING FUND BALANCE $0 $0 $4,597,502

REVENUES

USE OF MONEY / PROPERTY
44002 Interest on Pooled Cash 0 71,805 71,805 98,391 26,585 37.02% SUBTOTAL 0 71,805 71,805 98,391 26,585 37.02%

OTHER FINANCING SOURCES
47101 Transfers In - within a Fund 0 577,285 577,285 505,842 (71,444) (12.38%) 47102 Transfers In - btw Govtl Funds 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 0 577,285 577,285 505,842 (71,444) (12.38%)

SPECIAL ITEMS
48004 Transfers In - within a Fund 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
TOTAL REVENUES 0 649,091 649,091 604,232 (44,859) (6.91%)

EXPENDITURES

SERVICES AND SUPPLIES
51242 Bank Charges 0 799 799 799 0 0.00%
SUBTOTAL 0 799 799 799 0 0.00%

OTHER CHARGES
53103 Interest on LT Debt 0 249,552 249,552 249,552 0 0.00% 53105 Costs of Issuance 0 62,125 62,125 0 (62,125) (100.00%) SUBTOTAL 0 311,677 311,677 249,552 (62,125) (19.93%)

OTHER CHARGES
SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 N/A

OTHER FINANCING USES
57011 Transfers Out - within a Fund 0 1,400,000 1,400,000 2,800,000 1,400,000 100.00% SUBTOTAL 0 1,400,000 1,400,000 2,800,000 1,400,000 100.00% ADMIN. CONTROL ACCOUNT
59004 Administrative Control Account 0 189,512 189,512 189,512 0 0.00% 59005 Admin Control Acct Clearing 0 (189,512) (189,512) (189,512) 0 0.00% SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 0 1,712,476 1,712,476 3,050,351 1,337,875 78.13% Adjustments to Reserves/Encumbrances:

Principal payments on bonds 0 (189,512) (189,512)
Proceeds from issuance 0 5,850,400 0
Rounding 0 (1)
ENDING FUND BALANCE $0 $4,597,502 $1,961,872
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BEGINNING AND ENDING CASH SUMMARY
Section Title: Common Facilities Revenue Bonds - 2026
Fund/Department No: 44275 33047200
Actual Estimated Adopted Requested Percent
Account Title 2024-2025 2025-2026 2025-2026 2026-27 Difference Change BEG. FUND BALANCE $0 $0 $14,731,737

REVENUES

USE OF MONEY / PROPERTY
44002 Interest on Pooled Cash 0 231,977 231,977 327,319 95,342 41.10% SUBTOTAL 0 231,977 231,977 327,319 95,342 41.10%

OTHER FINANCING SOURCES
47101 Transfers In - within a Fund 0 2,328,330 2,328,330 2,040,180 (288,150) (12.38%) 47102 Transfers In - btw Govtl Funds 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 0 2,328,330 2,328,330 2,040,180 (288,150) (12.38%)

SPECIAL ITEMS
48004 Transfers In - within a Fund 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
TOTAL REVENUES 0 2,560,307 2,560,307 2,367,499 (192,808) (7.53%)

EXPENDITURES

SERVICES AND SUPPLIES
51242 Bank Charges 0 3,222 3,222 3,222 0 0.00%
SUBTOTAL 0 3,222 3,222 3,222 0 0.00%

OTHER CHARGES
53103 Interest on LT Debt 0 1,006,501 1,006,501 1,006,501 0 0.00% 53104 Other Interest Expense 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
53105 Costs of Issuance 0 250,565 250,565 0 (250,565) (100.00%) SUBTOTAL 0 1,257,066 1,257,066 1,006,501 (250,565) (19.93%)

OTHER CHARGES
SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 N/A

OTHER FINANCING USES
57011 Transfers Out - within a Fund 0 9,400,000 9,400,000 8,000,000 (1,400,000) (14.89%) SUBTOTAL 0 9,400,000 9,400,000 8,000,000 (1,400,000) (14.89%) ADMIN. CONTROL ACCOUNT
59004 Administrative Control Account 0 764,346 764,346 764,346 0 0.00% 59005 Admin Control Acct Clearing 0 (764,346) (764,346) (764,346) 0 0.00% SUBTOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 N/A
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 0 10,660,288 10,660,288 9,009,723 (1,650,565) (15.48%) Adjustments to Reserves/Encumbrances:

Principal payments on bonds 0 (764,346) 0
Proceeds from issuance 0 23,596,064 0
Rounding 0 1 0
ENDING FUND BALANCE $0 $14,731,737 $8,089,512
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A. ANNUAL DEBT SERVICE REQUIREMENTS
Sonoma Petaluma
Common O&M Water Storage Pipeline Pipeline
Facilities Fund Conservation Facilities Facilities Facilities 2026 A Revenue Bond 44275 44280 44285
PRINCIPAL 764,346 N.A N.A 189,512 0 113,814
INTEREST 1,006,501 N.A N.A 249,552 0 149,872
OTHER INTEREST - DEFERRED REFUNDING CHARGE 0 N.A N.A 0 0 0 FISCAL AGENT FEES 3,222 N.A N.A 799 0 480
DEBT ISSUANCE COSTS N.A N.A 0
Total Individual Bond Payments 1,774,070 N.A N.A 439,862 0 264,165 Bond Reserve 266,110 N.A N.A 65,979 0 39,625
Total Individual Bond Debt Service 2,040,180 N.A N.A 505,842 0 303,790 2015A Revenue Bond 44295 44290 44305
PRINCIPAL 706,920 N.A N.A 292,268 20,813 N.A
INTEREST 343,135 N.A N.A 111,062 11,386 N.A
OTHER INTEREST - DEFERRED REFUNDING CHARGE 4,516 N.A N.A 5,058 0 N.A FISCAL AGENT FEES 2,500 N.A N.A 1,500 500 N.A

DEBT ISSUANCE COSTS
Total Individual Bond Payments 1,057,071 N.A N.A 409,888 32,699 N.A Bond Reserve 158,561 N.A N.A 61,484 4,905 N.A
Total Individual Bond Debt Service 1,215,632 N.A N.A 471,372 37,604 N.A 2019A Revenue Bond 44310 44320 44315
PRINCIPAL 358,005 N.A N.A N.A 126,996 N.A
INTEREST 231,006 N.A N.A N.A 81,945 N.A
FISCAL AGENT FEES 3,000 N.A N.A N.A 1,500 N.A

DEBT ISSUANCE COSTS
Total Individual Bond Payments 592,011 N.A N.A N.A 210,441 N.A Bond Reserve 88,802 N.A N.A N.A 31,566 N.A
Total Individual Bond Debt Service 680,813 N.A N.A N.A 242,008 N.A 2022A Revenue Bond 44335 44325 44330
PRINCIPAL 586,063 N.A N.A 249,438 159,500 N.A
INTEREST 537,438 N.A N.A 135,142 44,022 N.A
FISCAL AGENT FEES 3,300 N.A N.A 1,000 600 N.A

DEBT ISSUANCE COSTS
Total Individual Bond Payments 1,126,801 N.A N.A 385,580 204,122 N.A Bond Reserve 169,020 N.A N.A 57,837 30,618 N.A
Total Individual Bond Debt Service 1,295,822 N.A N.A 443,417 234,741 N.A SRF LOAN 44265
PRINCIPAL 990,956 N.A N.A N.A N.A N.A
INTEREST 49,278 N.A N.A N.A N.A N.A
Total Individual Loan Payments 1,040,234 N.A N.A N.A N.A N.A Reserve Requirement 156,035 N.A N.A N.A N.A N.A
Total SRF Debt Service 1,196,269 N.A N.A N.A N.A N.A

SRF LOAN RESERVE
RESERVE N.A N.A N.A N.A N.A
Total SRF Debt Service 1,196,269 N.A N.A N.A N.A N.A
TOTAL DEBT SERVICE $6,428,716 $0 $0 $1,420,631 $514,353 $303,790 757,370
$5,671,346 $0 $0 $1,420,631 $514,353 $303,790
REVENUE BOND / STATE LOAN CHARGES - WATER RATES AND ESTIMATED REVENUES FOR FY26-27 LESS REV. FROM N. MARIN REV. BOND CHARGES

REMAINING REVENUE REQUIREMENT
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A. ANNUAL DEBT SERVICE REQUIREMENTS
Sonoma Petaluma
Common O&M Water Storage Pipeline Pipeline
Facilities Fund Conservation Facilities Facilities Facilities REVENUE BOND / STATE LOAN CHARGES - WATER RATES AND ESTIMATED REVENUES FOR FY26-27 B. CALCULATIONS OF WATER RATES FOR FY26-27
Sonoma Petaluma
Common O&M Water Storage Pipeline Pipeline
Facilities Fund Conservation Facilities Facilities Facilities Debt Service Debt Service Debt Service Revenue Bonds Revenue Bonds Revenue Bonds Charge Charge Charge Charge Charge Charge
REVENUE REQUIREMENT $5,671,346.06 $0 $0 $1,420,631 $514,353 $303,790 APPLICABLE BASE WATER DELIVERIES IN A.F. 31,015.61 41,717.1 41,717.1 31,015.61 3,089.9 11,027.3 CHARGES PER ACRE-FEET $182.85 $0.00 $0.00 $45.80 $166.46 $27.55 C. CALCULATIONS OF NORTH MARIN REVENUE BONDS CHARGE
$1,941,373
240,524
4,708

51.09 3,797,126
516,845
4,708
109.78
Remaining Facilities: SRF Loan, 2015A Revenue Bond Refunding, 2022A Revenue Bond Refunding Additional Facilities: 2015A Revenue Bond New Money, 2022A Revenue Bond New Money, 2025A Revenue Bond Excluded: 2019A Revenue Bond - NMWD Paid Cash
Principal Interest
Reserve
Requirement
Fiscal Agent Fee
+ Other Charges Total
SRF LOAN 990,956 49,278 156,035 1,196,269
2015A Revenue Bond 693,418 358,736 158,561 7,016 1,217,730 2015A Revenue Bond New Money 478,811 277,513 113,979 5,043 875,346 2015A Revenue Bond Refunding 214,606 81,223 44,582 1,973 342,384 2019A Revenue Bond 358,005 231,006 88,802 3,000 680,813 2022A Revenue Bond 553,767 558,233 169,020 3,300 1,284,319 2022A Revenue Bond New Money 293,067 470,246 116,021 2,265 881,599 2022A Revenue Bond Refunding 260,700 87,986 52,999 1,035 402,720 2026A Revenue Bond 764,346 1,006,501 266,110 3,222 2,040,180 2026A Revenue Bond New Money 764,346 1,006,501 266,110 3,222 2,040,180 N. MARIN'S SHARE (REV. REQMT. FOR COMMON FAC. DEBT SERVICE X (11.2/90.4)) ESTIMATED WATER DELIVERIES TO NORTH MARIN (IN A.F.)

NORTH MARIN REVENUE BONDS CHARGE
REVENUE REQUIREMENT FOR COMMON FACILITIES DEBT SERVICE (Remaining Facilities per RA 4.3a2 ) FY26/27
REVENUE REQUIREMENT FOR COMMON FACILITIES DEBT SERVICE (Additional Facilities per RA 4.3b9 ) N. MARIN'S SHARE (REV. REQMT. FOR COMMON FAC. DEBT SERVICE X (19.9/146.2)) ESTIMATED WATER DELIVERIES TO NORTH MARIN (IN A.F.)

NORTH MARIN REVENUE BONDS CHARGE
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Fund Index OT Out (57012) To OT In (47101) Fund Bal. (Stmt.) Fund Bal. (Cash) Diff.

Santa Rosa Aq. Capital Fund 44230 0 323,068 11,388,796 11,388,796 (0) Petaluma Aq. Capital Fund 44235 0 1,667,288 626,521 626,521 0 Sonoma Aq. Capital Fund 44240 0 139,950 542,009 542,009 0 Sonoma2012/Petaluma2026 Bonds 44285 1,450,000 Petaluma AQ 303,790 891,559 891,559 0 Sonoma Rev Bond 2015 Fund 44305 0 Sonoma AQ 37,604 13,103 13,103 0 Sonoma Rev Bond 2019 Fund 44315 25,000 Sonoma AQ 242,008 65,679 65,679 0 Sonoma Rev Bond 2022 Fund 44330 0 Sonoma AQ 234,741 137,345 137,345 0 Storage Rev Bond 2026 Fund 44280 2,800,000 Storage Facilities 505,842 1,961,872 1,961,872 0 Storage Rev Bond 2015 Fund 44290 70,000 Storage Facilities 471,372 46,095 46,095 1 Storage Rev Bond 2022 Fund 44325 20,000 Storage Facilities 443,417 54,419 54,419 0 Common Rev Bond 2026 Fund 44275 8,000,000 Common Facilities 2,040,180 8,089,512 8,089,512 0 Common Rev Bond 2015 Fund 44295 15,000 Common Facilities 1,215,632 246,895 246,895 0 Common Rev Bond 2019 Fund 44310 15,000 Common Facilities 680,813 122,519 122,519 0 Common Rev Bond 2022 Fund 44335 15,000 Common Facilities 1,295,822 1,379,961 1,379,961 0 State Loan Debt Service 44265 100,000 Common Facilities 1,196,269 80,021 80,021 0 State Loan Reserve 44270 0 0 1,314,661 1,314,661 0
Capital Lease Financing 0 0 0 0 0
Agency Fund (Discretionary) 44205 0 Common Facilities 0 11,092,455 11,092,455 0 Agency Fund (Charges) 44205 16,432,179 0
Pipeline Facilities 44255 0 0 0 0
Storage Facilities 44250 2,890,000 290,979 290,979 0
Common Facilities 44260 8,145,000 1,303,898 1,303,898 0 North Marin 44300 0 0 32,953 32,954 0
Water Management Planning 44210 110,000 98,873 98,874 0 Watershed Planning/Restoration 44215 3,986,054 958,611 958,611 0 Recycled Water & Local Supply 44220 0 274,219 274,219 0 Water Conservation 44225 3,013,329 56,203 56,203 (0)
Total 28,942,179 28,942,179 41,069,158 41,069,159 1
Common Facilities OT - in 47101 From
Water Transmission (discretionary) -
Water Transmission (Charges) -
North Marin - O&M Rate Computation
2015 Bond Fund 15,000 Revenue Requirement - Transfers Out:
2019 Bond Fund 15,000 16,432,179
2022 Bond Fund 15,000
2025 Bond Fund 8,000,000
State Loan Debt Service 100,000
8,145,000
Agency Fund (Charges) OT - Out To: Agency Fund (Charges) OT - Out To:

AQ Capital Funds Summary
Santa Rosa Aq. Capital Fund 323,068
Petaluma Aq. Capital Fund 217,288 AQ Capital Funds 655,306 Sonoma Aq. Capital Fund 114,950 Debt Service Funds 8,667,490 655,306 WT Subfunds 7,109,383
Debt Service Funds 16,432,179
Sonoma Rev Bond 2015 Fund 37,604
Sonoma Rev Bond 2019 Fund 242,008 Capital Funds and North Marin 0 Sonoma Rev Bond 2022 Fund 234,741
Sonoma2012/Petaluma2026 Bonds 303,790
Storage Rev Bond 2015 Fund 471,372 Total 16,432,179
Storage Rev Bond 2022 Fund 443,417
Storage Rev Bond 2026 Fund 505,842
Common Rev Bond 2015 Fund 1,215,632
Common Rev Bond 2019 Fund 680,813
Common Rev Bond 2026 Fund 2,040,180
Common Rev Bond 2022 Fund 1,295,822
State Loan Debt Service 1,196,269
State Loan Reserve 0
Capital Lease Financing 0
8,667,490
Capital Funds and North Marin
Pipeline Facilities 0
Storage Facilities 0
Common Facilities 0
North Marin 0
0 WT Subfunds
Water Management Planning 110,000
Watershed Planning/Restoration 3,986,054
Recycled Water & Local Supply 0
Water Conservation 3,013,329
7,109,383
Total 16,432,179
FY 2026-27 BUDGET
Water Transmission System - Fund Balances and Operating Transfers 2/11/2026
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1 Sonoma Water FY 26/27 Water Transmission Budget Review Finance Subcommittee Questions - Responses
Questions:

1. Page vii: Clarify “Unspent budget is rolled forward to subsequent budget years to avoid being included in the rate calculation more than once.” Does this apply only to certain types of expenses? It seems this treatment would depend on the nature of the expense.

You are correct. This statement was meant to convey that unspent budget related to “nonroutine projects” (which includes studies, planning, design, and construction) is generally rolled. The Beginning and Ending Cash Summary Tables in the Draft Budget Package (starting on page 15) have a 25/26 Estimated Column, a 25/26 Adopted Budget, and a 26/27 Requested Budget. The Estimated Column is the adjusted budget for all projects including budget that was rolled forward. Unspent budget is rolled forward to subsequent budget years to avoid being included in the rate calculation more than once. Project managers take the adjusted budget into account in preparing their budget submittals for the following year so rolled funds are not double counted.

Unspent budget related to routine maintenance related expenses are generally not rolled to the subsequent year.

The statement has been clarified in the packet to say “non-routine projects”.

2. Page xvii: In some cases, the capital project’s summary amounts differ from the 2027 totals shown on the Long-Range Financial Plan. Some are shown higher on the capital projects summary, and some are lower. For example, the Wilfred Booster station has $548,910 on page xvii and is $426,340 on the Long-Range Financial Plan document. Can you please explain the differences between the two schedules?
Listed capital project amounts will differ between the FY26/27 budget and the Long-Range Financial plan as they represent different views of the same projects. The budget book lists previously unbudgeted project needs (anticipated spend during the budget year minus estimated PY unspent budget that will be rolled forward). The long-range financial plan represents anticipated FY spend net of grant funding. Therefore, if a project has estimated roll forwards the budget book would generally be less than the LRFP. If a project has grant funding, it’s possible that the LRFP would have a lower amount than the budget book which would also include the offsetting revenue.

3. Page 9: Water Deliveries: In FY 24/25 SW compared the 3-year average vs the past 12 months and used the higher of the two volumes for the budget. Is this same option available for FY 26/27 and if so, how would that change the O&M rate calculation? 137 of 335
2 The terms of the Restructured Agreement for Water Supply require that budgeted deliveries be the lesser of the preceding twelve months of water delivered, or the average annual amount of water delivered during the preceding 36 months.

This requirement is to ensure Sonoma Water can meet its obligation to set rates at an amount that covers the projected costs for the following year. Sonoma Water must also generate sufficient revenue to cover debt obligations and maintain a debt coverage ratio as stipulated in outstanding bond issuances.

The Restructured Agreement for Water Supply does allow that “If because of drought or other water-supply reduction, state or federal order, or other similar condition, the Agency anticipates that any such quantities will not be predictive of future usage, the Agency may use a different amount with the prior approval of the Water Advisory Committee.” In FY24/25, SW determined that the historic drought and mandated state conservation measures deliveries were historically low for the preceding 12-month period. The spring 2023 landslide that curtailed use of the North Marin Aqueduct also contributed to the reduction in deliveries. Those two conditions and subsequent analysis gave Sonoma Water confidence that the 12-month deliveries were not “predictive of future usage”.

Qualifying conditions to deviate from the prescribed formula are not evident to Sonoma Water this year. See page iii-iv of the budget packet. Historical trends continue to show flat or negative growth. Note that year-to-year differences in actual deliveries did show positive growth in the 3-year and 10-year periods, but this is skewed by the fact that both FY15/16 and FY22/23 set records as our two lowest delivery years on record, meaning the 3- year and 10-year figures have abnormally low starting points.

Based on this info Sonoma Water does not intend to seek WAC approval to deviate from the usual calculation.

4. Page 6: O&M Rate Computation: Please provide the sources for the inputs used in the O&M rate calculation. Using the inputs as listed, my calculation results in $1,110.16, not $1,114.73.

Thank you to Julie for catching this discrepancy. An error was introduced into the formula by accident this FY resulting in a deviance between the simplified calculation shown on the page and the calculation to the side that populated the rate. This has been fixed and we have confirmed that the numbers now result in the correct calculation. Fixing this error did result in a slight decrease in the O&M Rate.

5. Page 15 – If actual revenues for FY 25/26 are higher than estimated how does this impact the budget and rates.

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3 will already be set so the overages that fall into fund balance could be a factor in rate setting for FY27/28, although these funds could also be utilized to replenish our 3-month operating reserve (see answer to question 9 below) so it is fully funded.

6. Page 16 - FY 25/26 expenses are estimated to be $10M higher than budget. How does that impact the budget and rates?
FY25/26 expenses are estimated to be roughly $10M more than Adopted Budget. Adjusted budget is roughly $10.5M more than Adopted Budget due to the PY roll forwards and Budget Resolutions approved during the year. The Estimated Column includes costs anticipated against the Adjusted Budget, which is why it is more than Adopted.

Note that two projects account for the majority of the difference between adopted and adjusted budget on this sheet. The figures below represent roll forwards from FY24/25 to FY25/26:
• Cathodic Protection - $2.8M (Phase 1 was awarded July 2025 and completion is anticipated in June 2026)
• Tank Recoating Program - $5.5M (Ralphine Tank No. 1 is currently out to bid, the roll forward included funds for this tank and also includes funds used for rate smoothing)

7. Page 16 - The estimated actuals for FY 25/26 show $17.3M in consultant expenses (account 51803). In the FY 25/26 budget, the FY 24/25 estimated actuals for this account were $19.6M, while the actual reported amount was only $7.2M. Please explain these significant swings? I can see why this was confusing. The Estimated Column and PY Actuals Column are used for varying purposes and are therefore show certain data differently.

The PY actuals column only shows actual expenditures which excludes fund encumbered but not spent (change in encumbrances is factored in under the adjustments section at the bottom of the sheet for fund balance purposes) and excludes funds that will be rolled forward so they don’t hit the rate a 2nd time.

The Estimated Column includes adopted budget, budget roll forwards, and budget resolutions adopted during the fiscal year, with adjustments made based on estimates at calculated in January. This is to ensure we are properly calculating beginning and ending fund balances and to ensure we are not double counting funds that are rolled forward.

Therefore, the FY24/25 actuals column will not match what was in the FY24/25 estimated column from the prior year. I have provided a calculation to show how this works under question 8 below as it was easier to run the calculation on encumbrances for all of Services and Supplies rather than just one account number.
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4 8. Page 16 - Total FY 24/25 actual expenses were $41.4M, yet the FY 25/26 budget listed FY 24/25 estimated actuals at $53.4M. If FY 25/26 estimated actuals show similar variance, could this result in an overallocation for FY 26/27 if actuals are used to set next year’s expenses.

Similar to above, the PY actuals column only shows actual expenditures which excludes fund encumbered but not spent (change in encumbrances is factored in under the adjustments section at the bottom of the sheet for fund balance purposes) and excludes funds that will be rolled forward so they don’t hit the rate a 2nd time.

Based on this knowledge we believe our estimate was very close to the amount of budget that was utilized and thus not available for use in the following years budget process.

9. Page 17 – The FY 26/27 ending fund balance is projected to be under target by $929K while last year the FY 25/26 budget showed a fund balance shortfall of $3.9M. Is there a defined tolerance level for this deficit? If so can it be applied to reduce the FY 26/27 rates? Ideally, we wouldn’t be showing any shortfall. The O&M fund has a prescribed 3-month reserve policy. Several years of under budget deliveries caused the funds to dip below that threshold and rebuilding it is difficult due to the nature of our rate setting formula as prescribed by the Restructured Agreement. The primary method we have to replenish our operating reserve is to bank revenue overages in years when we have deliveries above budget, which in recent times only occurred in FY24/25 (see figures on pages vi-viii). This allowed us to reduce the shortage from $3.9M to $929k in the FY26/27 budget book.

We were able to drop below the 3-month reserve during the past few years by utilizing the $4.125 M prudent reserve. The 2008 WAC Resolution states that “The Prudent Reserve balance shall be used for meeting catastrophic losses resulting from natural disaster(s) and/or reduced revenues from unanticipated reduction in water deliveries, including variations in water sales revenue due to fluctuations in weather”, so its use was permissible.

If we rely on the prudent reserve to backstop our operating reserve outside real emergency situations it will not be sufficient to cushion us during another large drought or other emergency.

I have briefly expressed my concerns at the TAC-Ad-Hoc level that the prudent reserve should be modified to (a) be counted as operating revenue for debt coverage purposes, and Source
1 Actuals $ 41,384,146.00 FY26/27 Budget Book Page 16; FY24/25 Actuals Column 2 Change in Encurnaces $ 2,262,025.00 FY26/27 Budget Book Page 17; Outstanding Encumbrances - Net Change 3 Q1 CBAs (Roll-forwards $ 10,307,301.00 SW Accounting Software - But this amount is included in the FY25/26 Estimated Column 4 Total $ 53,953,472.00 Formula (sum of rows 1,2,3)
5 PY Estimated Amount $ 53,388,446.00 FY25/26 Budget Book, Page 17, FY24/25 Estimated Column 6 Difference $ 565,026.00 Formula (row 4 minus 5)
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5 (b) that the amount should be revisited as 1-month of operating expenses is likely insufficient.

Sonoma Water is currently investigating whether changes can be made to the prudent reserve that would allow it to be counted as operating revenue for debt service purposes and as part of that process the level of the reserve will also be analyzed. These changes are dependent on retiring some older debt (so a majority of the debt holders have a clause allowing a rate stabilization mechanism) and WAC approval so the earliest it would be considered is probably in the FY27/28 budget setting process.

10. Page 19 – Collector Well 2 – Pump 4 replacement $850K. Why isn’t this classified as Capital? Sonoma Water follows County of Sonoma Fiscal Policy FA-1. In consultation with the Auditor-Controller-Treasurer-Tax Collector (ACTTC) office and outside auditors, we have historically treated pump replacements as maintenance. Sonoma Water last reviewed this policy in 2024/2025 and determined that we are treating these expenses properly as maintenance.

11. Page 27 – District Operations Chgs (account 51917) is showing FY 24/25 actuals of $1.9M while the prior budget showed estimates of $5.9M. How do these large variances impact the rates from year to year?
Similar to the answers in questions 8 & 9, the difference between actual and estimated columns is tied to encumbrances and budget roll forwards. There are no encumbrances in account 51917, but we did roll forward $2.4M in account 51917 tied to the Dry Creek Habitat Enhancement Project. These funds were related to Mile 6 (budgeted as a combination of labor, contract services, and ROW) which has seen delays and for which we may seek an alternative solution.

Each year we roll forward funds tied to the project, so they do not hit the rate twice. We review Fund balances annually and utilize it, when possible, to offset the rate increase.

Note that the Corp could also ask us to cut them a check for our portion of the total Dry Creek project cost share not yet expended and although it is unlikely to occur, we factor this into our analysis of fund balance to ensure we will have enough capacity should that situation come to fruition. Note that we utilized $2.4M in Fund balance in the FY26/27 budget to reduce the rate increase (page viii).

12. Pages 43-50 – Why are there balances remaining in the revenue bond accounts? I would expect these funds to be fully expended and/or transferred into another fund? Per the terms of our Master Bond Ordinance, we must collect 115% of the annual debt service payment for each bond issue. This is being done to ensure that Sonoma Water has capacity to make debt payments in the event that revenue falls short due to deliveries coming in under budget. If we can’t make our debt payments or we don’t meet our bond covenants, the Restructured Agreement provides that the Water Contractors shall make payments to Sonoma Water to resolve the situation at year end, so this term benefits 141 of 335
6 Sonoma Water and the Water Contractors as it aims to prevent that scenario from occurring.

The money collected is deposited into the individual bond funds as debt payments are made from those funds.

We maintain small fund balances in all active bond funds due to timing of payments which don’t align with the seasonality of deliveries and as a contingency for the scenario where we may come in more than 15% under budgeted deliveries. This saved us a few years ago when we had our lowest year of deliveries on record and we were barely able to make our debt service payments. We review fund balances for the bond funds annually and make transfers when appropriate to the capital funds, so the extra money collected is used for its intended purpose on capital projects. See page 56 which shows the transfers out of the various bond funds.

13. Pages 54-55 – What is the current Revenue Bond Debt Coverage ratio? Page 139 of the SW FY 24/25 ACFR shows historical ratios ranging from 1.56 to 3.45 for FY15 through FY19. Because the debt coverage requirement is referenced as support for the proposed rate increase, it would be helpful to see the ratios for the most recent five years? The most recent ACFR shows historical Debt ratios ranging from 1.26 to 3.99 during the previous 5 years. Note that our current projections (currently being updated for bond issuance) show FY25/26 ratio in the 1.6 neighborhood. Note that by design our projections are on the conservative side and actuals generally come in higher than projected. See chart below:
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7 14. Pages 54-55 – Are the assumptions for the 2026 Revenue Bonds the same as last years? Bond principle $35,250,000, 20 year, Interest rate 4.3%. Since these bonds were scheduled to be issued in 2025 how is the rate adjusted for the delay?
Current assumptions are for a $32.96M 20-year bond with an interest rate 4.3%. The principal amount may be reduced slightly due to the recent addition of 300k in revenue from PWRPA P-3 funds for the Warm Springs Dam Hydro Project. We have consulted with Bond Council, and they believe that our 4.3% interest rate is still a good estimate and is likely on the conservative side based on recent comparable bond sales. Debt service calculations for the 2026 bonds in future years will be based on actual bond terms once the sale is completed in May 2026.

15. Page vi Please express drop in O&M also as a percentage (~2.3%) of the overall O&M budget.

Stated as $1.7 million?
The $1.7M reduction equates to a 2.9% decrease. We have added this to the budget packet.

16. Is the $450k reduction in tank recoating an intentional cut in spending or a reflection of the constraints of delivering projects? Also, helpful to show as percentage of program and what impacts this has on the program?
The reduction is an intentional cut in the budget but not spending during the fiscal year. The Tank Rehabilitation Program was originally designed and budgeted with a smoothing factor to avoid rate spikes as the program includes varying annual expenses due to the size and number of tanks scheduled each year. We have tapped a portion of this smoothing mechanism in prior years as one way to reduce prior year rate increases. Based on the status of the program including the funds previously budgeted and intentionally rolled from prior years, as well as the current schedule, we felt comfortable reducing the ask this fiscal year. This means that 450k originally intended to be budgeted this FY and rolled to the next for rate smoothing will instead be included in a future year budget.

17. Page vi. 40.37 percent decrease in Capital spending. What is the 10 year trend in capital spending? Not uncommon to follow high spending years with a drop-off (i.e. save up and spend) We are putting together a table showing this data. We will distribute it once it is available. 143 of 335
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FY 2026-2027
Proposed Budget and Rates
Water Transmission System
Jake Spaulding

FINANCIAL SERVICES

DIVISION MANAGER
[email protected]
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2 Tanks: 18 steel water storage tanks placed throughout the transmission system store about 129 million gallons.

Pipelines: Sonoma Water maintains over 88 miles of underground pipeline extending from the Russian River to the cities and water districts in our service area. The pipes range in size from 16 to 54 inches in diameter.

Collectors & wells: Sonoma Water has six collector wells adjacent to the Russian River. In addition, three wells in the Santa Rosa Plain are capable of providing about 4-6 million gallons per day.

Booster stations: Seven booster stations are located in the water transmission system with pumps to maintain water flow and adequate pressure within the aqueducts.
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Transparent and collaborative process to bring
rates to Board of Directors by end of April
Sonoma
Water Board
of Directors
(April)
Water
Advisory
Committee
(April)
Water
Contractor
Boards &
Councils
(March)
Technical
Advisory
Committee
(Jan-March)
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Budget includes multiple water transmission
system activities and funds
• Operations and Maintenance
• Four Subfunds
• Five Capital Funds
• Debt Service Funds
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Challenges
• Aging Infrastructure
• Rising operating and
maintenance costs
• Water Usage
Fluctuations/Volumetric
Rate
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Highlights of Sonoma Water and Water Contractor
Achievements and Collaborations
• Santa Rosa Plain Wells
• Regional Water Supply Resiliency
• Hazard Mitigation Projects
• Sonoma-Marin Saving Water
Partnership – Drought Resiliency
• Water Education Program
• Dry Creek Habitat Enhancement
• 2025 Biological Opinion
Highlights of Programs Funded from Other Sources
• Forecast Informed Reservoir Operations
• Advanced Quantitative Precipitation Information Systems • Quagga and Zebra Mussels
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Proposed FY26-27 Rates
7 Santa Rosa Aqueduct Petaluma Aqueduct Sonoma Aqueduct

8.21%
$1,515.87 per acre-foot

8.97%
$1,542.42 per acre-foot

8.72%
$1,706.23 per acre-foot
Cities of Santa Rosa,
Town of Windsor
Cities of: Petaluma,
Rohnert Park, Cotati
Cities of Sonoma,
Valley of the Moon
Water District
Cost per gallon:
$.005
Cost per gallon:
$.005
Cost per gallon:
$.005
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8 Bennett Valley Fault Crossing
River Diversion Structure (RDS) Upgrade Project
Seismic Retrofit of Storage Tanks
Wilfred Booster Station
$3.55 million budgeted for hazard mitigation
projects to reduce risks
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9 $7.36 million budgeted for other capital projects
to increase resiliency
Kawana-Ralphine SBS Pipeline
Wohler Road Storage Building
Water Treatment System Modernization Phase 1
Water Treatment System Modernization Phase 3
Total FY26-27 Capital Budget including
Hazard Mitigation Projects: $10.90M
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10 $48.75 million budgeted for operations and maintenance to protect, improve and maintain system reliability
Projects
Asset Management Plan
Emergency Inventory Procurement
Regional Water Supply Resiliency Implementation
SCADA Improvements
Tank Maintenance Program
Tank Rehabilitation Program
Studies
DeMuth Property Hydrogeologic Investigation
Natural Hazard Reliability Study
Transmission System Master Plan, Modeling & Condition Assessments Programs
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11 $10.09 million for Biological Opinion, Water
Supply Planning and Water Conservation
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Expenditures compared to FY 25-26
12 FY25-26 FY26-27
Budget
(in Millions)
Budget
(in Millions)
Change
(in Millions)
Operations and Maintenance $45.87 $48.75 $2.88
Capital Projects $18.28 $10.90 ($7.38)
BO Compliance, Water Supply
Planning, Water Conservation $8.80 $10.09 $1.29
Debt Service $9.07 $8.67 ($0.41)
Totals $82.02 $78.41 ($3.62)
Grants, Use of Fund Balance,
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13 Operations and
Maintenance,
$48.75M
62%
Capital Projects
$10.90
14%
BO Compliance, Water
Supply Planning,
Water Conservation,
$10.09M
13%
Debt Service
$8.67M
11%
FY 26-27 Budgeted Expenditures Grants, Bond Proceeds,
and Use of Fund Balance
$14.64 Million
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Example of how rates are
calculated
Cost of Operations
and Maintenance
Water Sold
=
Cost of Water
(Dollars per acre-foot)
Water Sold: Restructured Agreement requires use of the Lesser of:

Average of last 3
years annual
water deliveries
Last 12 months
of actual water
deliveries
or 42,384 AF
41,776 AF
$63,332,000 $1,516/ Acre
Foot
41,776 AF
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Proposed Rates for FY 26-27
15 Charge / Aqueduct Santa Rosa Petaluma Sonoma
Deliveries (Acre-Feet) 41,776
O&M $1,106.05 $1,106.05 $1,106.05
Water Management Planning $2.63 $2.63 $2.63
Watershed Planning & Restoration $95.41 $95.41 $95.41
Recycled Water and Local Supply $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Water Conservation $72.13 $72.13 $72.13
Total O&M $1,276.22 $1,276.22 $1,276.22
Storage & Common Bond/Loan Charges $228.65 $228.65 $228.65 Petaluma Aqueduct Bond/Loan Charge $27.55
Sonoma Aqueduct Bond/Loan Charge $166.46
Prime Contractors $1,504.87 $1,532.42 $1,671.33
Discretionary Charges
Capital Charges - to build fund balance for
future projects $11.00 $10.00 $34.90
Prime Contractors $11.00 $10.00 $34.90
Total Prime Contractors $1,515.87 $1,542.42 $1,706.23
Total Overall Increase: 8.21% 8.97% 8.72%
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16 Long Range Financial Plan
Example Petaluma Aqueduct Rate Scenario
• Assumes Water Demand Growth of 1% based on Deliveries of 42,108 AF. Petaluma AQ Deliveries: 10,920 AF to 11,360 AF. Higher Deliveries would reduce rates. • Estimated 6% growth in O&M Expenses.
• Estimated Financing FY 2028-2029: $76.5 Million, FY2031-2032: $147.4 Million. 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032
Estimated Rate per Acre-Foot 1,716 1,893 2,088 2,303 2,540 Estimated Rate Increase 10.3% 10.3% 10.3% 10.3% 10.3%
1,400
1,600
1,800
2,000
2,200
2,400
2,600
Rate per Acre-Foot
Fiscal Year
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2026 wholesale water rates per Acre-Foot
17 $-
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
$2,000
$2,200
$2,400
$2,600
$2,800
Sonoma County
Water Agency
Zone 7 Water
Agency
Contra Costa
Water District
Valley Water San Francisco
Public Utilities
Commission
Notes:
• Water systems including treatment requirements and rate structures vary between entities making direct apples to apples comparisons difficult.
• 2025 wholesale rates used if 2026 rates have not been published. 160 of 335
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• Technical Advisory Committee Vote –March 2
• Water Advisory Committee Vote – April 6
• Adoption by Sonoma Water’s Board – April 28
Key Dates
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Jake Spaulding
Financial Services Division Manager
[email protected]
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Cotati City Council
Agenda Staff Report
Item type: REGULAR AGENDA (ACTION)
To: City Council
Subject: HOUSING ELEMENT ANNUAL PRODUCTION REPORT
(APR)
Date: March 10, 2026
Written by: Pema Sherpa, Planning Technician
Recommendation
It is recommended by the Community Development Department that the City Council review the provided information, identify any concerns or direction for staff, and direct staff to file the report with the State prior to April 1, 2026.

Background
All cities and counties in California are required to have a General Plan and among the required elements of a General Plan is the “Housing Element.” A Housing Element provides an analysis of a community's housing needs for all income levels and identifies strategies to respond to and provide for those housing needs. In 1980, the State began requiring scheduled Housing Element updates on an eight year cycle and (pursuant to Government Code Section 65400) General Law Cities are required to submit an annual report on Housing Element progress (Annual Progress Report or APR) to the Office of Planning and Research (OPR) and the Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD), outlining the progress made towards implementing the City’s Housing Element.

Specifically, the Progress Report is required to detail local efforts to implement the City’s adopted Housing Element programs throughout the past year. The Progress Report must also detail the actions taken by the local government towards completion of the other adopted Housing Element programs and the status of the local government’s compliance with any associated deadlines in its Housing Element. The APR is to be considered at a public meeting before the legislative body where members of the public shall be allowed to provide oral testimony and written comments. This report was presented to the Planning Commission on March 2, 2026 and will be presented to the City Council at the March 10, 2026 meeting, and must be submitted to HCD and OPR ahead of the April 1, 2026, deadline. 163 of 335
Calculating the Housing Need in Each Region
HCD is responsible for determining the regional housing needs assessment (RHNA), segmented by income levels, for each Council of Governments (COG). HCD starts with demographic population information from the Census and California Department of Finance and uses a formula to calculate a figure for each region/COG. Each COG uses its own demographic figures and growth projections to calculate what it believes the regional housing need is, gathering input from the individual communities within the COG to further refine their projections. Each COG then coordinates with HCD — considering additional factors which may not have been captured in the calculations — to arrive at a final figure. This final figure is the RHNA for the region.

Regional Housing Needs Assessment Allocation
Once HCD and the COG have agreed to the region’s assessment figure (the amount of housing that must be planned for), the COG is responsible for allocating the housing need amongst all of the jurisdictions (cities/counties) within that region. For the San Francisco Bay Area region, the COG is the Association of Bay Area Governments/Metropolitan Transportation Commission (ABAG/MTC). The COG does this in a Regional Housing Need Allocation Plan (RHNA Plan) created with input from a Housing Methodology Committee (HMC), made of elected staff representatives from individual communities, and based on individual input and statutory requirements. This methodology is then used to allocate individual communities their “share” of the regional RHNA. In a COG as diverse as the San Francisco Bay Area, it can be challenging to meet all the various needs and individual characteristics of each jurisdiction within the COG (for example Cotati is very different from Oakland, but both communities are under the ABAG/MTC COG. Both the methodology and individual RHNA allocations are ultimately approved by HCD before they are formally approved for each community within the COG. Cotati’s 6th Cycle RHNA is 234 units.

Analysis/Discussion
Updates to the 2025 APR Form
In recent years, the state legislature has made annual changes to the format and information required to be presented in the APR. Below is a summary of the legislative changes affecting the 2025 APR.

Expanded Income Categories (AB 3093)
Income categories used to classify unit affordability have been expanded by the AB 3039 to now include acutely low income (ALI) and extremely low income (ELI) as new categories.

Previously all units that were affordable to households making under 50% of AMI, would have been reported in APR as very low income (VLI), but with these new categories, any units that are affordable to households making up to 15% of area median income will be reported as acutely low income, and any units affordable to households making above 15 % AMI and up to 30% AMI will be reported as extremely low income. For this year, all ALI/ELI will count towards VLI RHNA targets.

Historic Designation (AB 2580)
Any sites or if any sites in jurisdiction have been newly designated within the reporting year on either a national, state or local register of historic places, it is now required to report these sites 164 of 335
and their info about their historical designation in new table (Table L). This indication can also be made on Tables A & A2.

Opportunity Area Tracking (AB 2667)
Statute now requires APRs to track the opportunity area designation for each project that a jurisdiction reports. The opportunity areas come from the opportunity area mapping too, published annually by the California Tax Credit Allocation Committee and HCD. No additional work is required from jurisdiction for this report. HCD internal system tracks this data and reports it on APR dashboard and will be available by June 2026.

Enhanced Housing Element Program Reporting
Table D is updated to collect clearer data on housing element program implementation. 2025 Production Reporting
As identified, the current eight-year 6th cycle “RHNA”, runs from 2023 to 2031. The number of housing units constructed during this timeframe provides one metric for how HCD assesses a jurisdiction’s progress toward meeting the assigned RHNA numbers for that cycle. The APR (attached) provides the basis for this assessment. As identified, the City is reporting for the current eight-year RHNA cycle which began Jan. 1, 2023. This is also the basis by which HCD may exercise its’ new authority to refer jurisdictions to the State Attorney General for enforcement due to lack of progress in housing production.

The attached APR (Attachment A) is a template report required by HCD to demonstrate progress on the current housing element. As such, it includes both accounting metrics on the number of homes approved and constructed within the city, and a progress summary for each of the programs in the current housing element. Staff directs the public, Planning Commission, and City Council to Table D for more information on each of these topics. Below is a summary of the housing units by income level required to be constructed by December 31, 2031, in compliance with the City’s RHNA allocation.

From January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025, the City has issued entitlements, building permits, and/or certificates of occupancy for approximately 232 total units as seen on the table below.

Acutely
LowExtremely LowVery Low Income
Low
Income
Moderate
Income
Above
Moderate
Income
Level:

Very Low
Income
(<50% of Area
Median Income)
Low Income
(50-80% of Area
Median Income)
Moderate
Income
(80-120% of Area
Median Income)
Above
Moderate
Income
(>120% of Area
Median Income)
Total
RHNA
Allocation:
60 34 39 101 234
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income
(<15%
of Area
Median
Income)
Income
(15%-30%
Area
Median
Income)
(30%-50%
of Area
Median
Income)
(50-80%
of Area
Median
Income)
(80-120%
of Area
Median
Income)
Income
(>120% of
Area
Median
Income)
120 E Cotati
Ave
10 33 1
Redwood
Row
8 8 28 134
8154 La
Plaza
5 ADU
Construction
Completed
1 1
Building
Permit Issued
1 1 1
RHNA
Allocation
20 43 28 141
Total 232
Adding to the information specific to 2025, below is a summary of the City’s entitled residential pipeline projects, separated by income levels to identify contributions to Cotati’s sixth-cycle Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA). These projections are “pipeline” projects which have been approved (blue), or projects which have been deemed “complete” and are nearing a decision point (red) but for which building permits may not have been issued. These projections do not include development projects which are early in the review process or individual homes and Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) that have been constructed or are under construction, which will also contribute toward the City’s RHNA compliance.

Very Low Low Moderate Market Rate
RHNA Allocation 60 34 39 101
Cotati Village 1 18 159
Cotati Village 2 13 113
Flahaven Estates 1 2 2 30
120 E. Cotati Ave 10 33 1
Redwood Row 8 8 28 134
8154 La Plaza 5
Lund Hill Lots 12
Total Projected
Pipeline Units
50 43 30 454
Cotati Affordable Housing Requirements
In accordance with Chapter 17.31 of the Cotati Municipal Code, all housing developments of 10 166 of 335
or more units must deed-restrict 15% of their housing units as designated affordable housing.

Developments of 9 or fewer units may pay a “Housing in-lieu” fee. Generally, affordable housing must be built with the percentages of below market rate unit types based on the City’s remaining RHNA allocations by income level. Affordable housing must be similar to the market rate units within the development, and must be distributed throughout the project, unless a housing plan has been approved by the City Council allowing the affordable units to be built elsewhere in the City, or the developer applies a “concession on incentive” allowed under state density bonus law. All affordable units are typically restricted for a minimum of 55 years.

Legislative Update Summary
Below is a summary of the changes in state housing law passed in 2025 affecting the City for the 2026 year.

AB 253 California Residential
Private Permitting Review Act: Residential Building Permits. Chapter 487, Statutes of 2025 (Urgency)This measure allows an applicant developing a residential project under 10 units to hire a third-party plan checker to review their housing plans if the local agency cannot complete the plan checking within 30 business days of receiving a completed application. This measure requires local agencies to provide the applicant with an estimated timeframe for review of the application. This measure requires the local jurisdiction to review the third-party plan check within 10 business days after receiving it back from the third-party inspector, or the application is deemed approved. Finally, beginning on April 1, 2027, local agencies are required to provide in their APR the number of residential building permits reviewed by the city, county, private professional provider, and the number of full-time staff directly involved in the processing of residential building permits.

SB 358 Mitigation Fee Act
Mitigating Vehicular Traffic Impacts. Chapter 515, Statutes of 2025 This measure requires local agencies to reduce traffic impact fees for projects located within a half mile from three or more of the following: supermarket or grocery store, public park, community center, pharmacy or drugstore, medical clinic or hospital, public library, elementary school, licensed childcare facility, or restaurant. If an agency wants to charge a higher fee, it must provide written findings supported by substantial evidence that the housing development project will not generate fewer automobile trips.

AB 507 Adaptive Reuse
Streamlining: Incentives. Chapter 493, Statutes of 2025 This measure requires local agencies, after July 1, 2026, to approve adaptive reuse projects ministerially. Additionally, this measure exempts adaptive reuse projects from all impact fees that are not reasonably related to the impacts resulting from the change of use of the site from nonresidential to residential or mixed-use. Any fees charged must be roughly proportional to the difference in impacts caused by the change of use. Finally, the measure requires specific affordability requirements depending on the type of adaptive reuse project. 167 of 335
AB 671 Accelerated Restaurant Building
Plan Approval: California Retail Food Code: Tenant Improvements. Chapter 470, Statutes of 2025.

This measure requires local agencies to allow applicants for tenant improvements to a restaurant to use a licensed engineer or architect to certify that the plans comply with applicable building, health, and safety codes. It sets various timelines for local building departments to review permits provided by licensed engineers or architects. The measure requires local building departments to approve or deny applications within 20 days of receiving a completed application, or it is deemed approved. Additionally, it requires local building departments to approve or deny resubmissions within 10 business days of receiving them.

AB 1308 Residential Building Permits
Inspections: Housing Accountability Act. Chapter 509, Statutes of 2025 This measure requires a local building department to inspect a residential project with fewer than 10 units within 10 business days of receiving a notice of completion for permitted work authorized by a building permit issued for a housing project. Failure by a local agency to complete the inspection within the specified timeline will constitute a violation of the Housing Accountability Act.

SB 79 Transit Oriented Development
Effective July 1, 2026, Senate Bill 79 (SB 79) makes two substantial changes to the state’s existing legal framework for housing in an effort to facilitate transit-oriented development (TOD) projects. First, SB 79 generally overrides local ordinances and deems TOD projects meeting certain criteria an allowable use of sites near major transit stations. Second, SB 79 authorizes transit agencies to develop zoning standards for agency-owned property within TOD zones. The Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) is responsible for overseeing compliance with these new requirements.

SB 79’s other major component is the authorization of transit agencies to implement zoning standards for agency-owned land near TOD stops. These standards can govern the height, density, floor area ratio and approved retail and commercial uses of certain SB 79 projects. SB 79 projects subject to a transit agency’s standards are otherwise entitled to the same benefits as any other SB 79 project and must comply with the same SB 79 requirements. Cities can still apply their objective development criteria to these projects, but if the criteria are inconsistent with a transit agency’s standards, the transit agency’s requirements will take precedence.

AB 343 Expanded Privacy Protections for Elected Officials The PRA exempts from disclosure specified information related to elected or appointed officials.

This bill expands the definition of an “elected or appointed official” under Government Code § 7920.500 to include: retired judges or court commissioners, an active or retired judge of the State Bar Court, a retired federal judge or federal defender, a retired judge of a federally recognized Indian tribe, and a court appointee serving as children’s counsel in family or dependency proceedings.

This section protects personal information such as residential addresses and personal telephone 168 of 335
numbers of elected or appointed officials from disclosure. The rationale for the protection of this information is that the need to protect elected or appointed officials and their families from harassment or targeted violence outweighs the interest in public disclosure of this information.

AB 130 and AB 131
Assembly Bill 130 (AB 130) and Senate Bill 131 (SB 131) were two budget trailer bills that implemented several changes intended to continue the state’s efforts to speed up the time it takes to review housing projects in the state. Notably, AB 130 established a new statutory CEQA exemption for qualifying housing development projects that are 20 acres or less in size. Projects eligible for the exemption are subject to expedited approval timelines. This new CEQA exemption works in conjunction with SB 131, which addresses housing projects that narrowly fail to qualify for a CEQA exemption due to a single disqualifying condition. In such “near miss” instances, SB 131 limits CEQA review to those environmental effects caused solely by that condition. SB 131 also waives the need for analysis of project alternatives, cumulative impacts, and growth-inducing effects.

SB 9
Senate Bill 9 (SB 9) deems any ADU ordinance that is not timely submitted or resubmitted to the California HCD for review as null and void. Local agencies are required to comply with state ADU standards until their ordinances meet applicable submission requirements.

SB 543
Senate Bill 543 (SB 543) makes numerous tweaks to various portions of state ADU law. It amends state law to specify statutory references to the allowable square footage of an ADU or JADU, referring to square footage of “interior livable space. “ It also clarifies that the square footage of interior livable space must be used to determine whether an ADU or JADU is exempt from impact fees based on its size. SB 543 also exempts ADUs or JADUs with 500 or fewer square feet of interior livable space from school impact fees.

Additionally, SB 543 now requires local agencies to review ADU and JADU applications for completeness and provide a list of incomplete items to the applicant within 15 business days of submission. Local agencies must also review any resubmitted applications for completeness within 15 business days and provide a written appeal process for any incompleteness determination or denial that results in a final written determination on the appeal within 60 business days of receiving the appeal.

AB 462
Assembly Bill 462 (AB 462) was an urgency measure that took immediate effect when signed on October 10, 2025. It requires local agencies with a Certified Local Coastal Program (LCP) to approve or deny a completed Coastal Development Permit (CDP) application for an ADU within 60 days. AB 462 also eliminated the ability to appeal a CDP decision regarding an ADU to the California Coastal Commission (CCC). If a local agency does not have a certified LCP, then it must “immediately notify” the CCC when an ADU application is submitted, and the CCC’s ensuing review of the CDP application generally requires a determination within 60 days.

AB 462 authorizes local agencies to issue a certificate of occupancy for a detached ADU before one is issued for the primary dwelling during a state of emergency. This applies when the primary dwelling is damaged or destroyed by the emergency and the ADU has received 169 of 335
construction permits and passed all requirements.

AB 1154
Assembly Bill 1154 (AB 1154) narrowed the owner-occupancy requirements for JADUs to only apply when the JADU shares sanitation facilities with the single-family dwelling. AB 1154 also prohibits JADUs from being used as short-term rentals.

AB 920
Assembly Bill 920 (AB 920) amends the Permit Streamlining Act (PSA). It requires cities or counties with populations of 150,000 or more to establish an online centralized application portal for housing development projects that displays application status.

AB 1061 – SB 9
Assembly Bill 1061 (AB 1061) amends the by-right second-primary-dwelling-unit and urban-lotsplit statutes enacted by SB 9 (2021) to move the focus of the historic-protection exemption from broad districts to specific structures, sites, and landmarks. It authorizes cities to adopt objective historic-protection standards
Financial Considerations
Other than staff time, there are no anticipated impacts to the current fiscal year regarding the preparation and submittal of the 2025 APR to HCD.

Environmental Issues
The action of receiving the annual housing report does not constitute a project as defined by California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Section 15378; therefore, no further environmental review is required.
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Jurisidiction Name
Reporting Calendar Year
First Name
Last Name
Title Click here to download APR Instructions
Email
Phone
Street Address
City
Zipcode
v_11_24_25
Please Start Here
General Information
2025
Cotati
Contact Information
Optional: Click here to import last year's data. This is best used when the workbook is new and empty. You
will be prompted to pick an old workbook to import
from. Project and program data will be copied exactly
how it was entered in last year's form and must be
updated. If a project is no longer has any reportable
activity, you may delete the project by selecting a cell in the row and typing ctrl + d.

Click here to add rows to a table. If you add too many
rows, you may select a cell in the row you wish to
remove and type ctrl + d.
201 West Sierra Ave
Cotati
94931
Pema
Sherpa
Planning Technician
psherpa@cotaticity,gov
7076653633
Mailing Address
Annual Progress Report January 2020
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Optional: This runs a macro which checks to ensure all required fields are filled out. The macro will create two files saved in the same directory this APR file is saved in. One file will be a copy of the APR with highlighted cells which require information. The other file will be list of the problematic cells, along with a description of the nature of the error. with the table split across 4 tabs, each of which can fit onto a single page for easier printing.

Running this macro will remove the comments on the column headers, which contain the instructions. Do not save the APR file after running in order to preserve comments once it is reopened.

Optional: This macro identifies dates entered that occurred outside of the reporting year.

RHNA credit is only given for building permits issued during the reporting year.

Link to the online system: https://hcd.my.site.com/hcdconnect Toggles formatting that turns cells green/yellow/red based on data validation rules.

Submittal Instructions
Please save your file as Jurisdictionname2025 (no spaces). Example: the City of San Luis Obispo would save their file as SanLuisObispo2025 Housing Element Annual Progress Reports (APRs) forms and tables must be submitted to HCD and the Governor's Office of Planning and Research (OPR) on or before April 1 of each year for the prior calendar year; submit separate reports directly to both HCD and OPR pursuant to Government Code section 65400. There are two options for submitting APRs:

1. Online Annual Progress Reporting System - Please see the link to the online system to the left. This allows you to upload the completed APR form into directly into HCD’s database limiting the risk of errors. If you would like to use the online system, email [email protected] and HCD will send you the login information for your jurisdiction. Please note: Using the online system only provides the information to HCD. The APR must still be submitted to OPR. Their email address is [email protected].

2. Email - If you prefer to submit via email, you can complete the excel Annual Progress Report forms and submit to HCD at [email protected] and to OPR at [email protected]. Please send the Excel workbook, not a scanned or PDF copy of the tables.
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Jurisdiction Cotati
Reporting Year 2025
Housing Element Planning Period 6th Cycle
Current Year
Deed
Restricted
0 Non-Deed
Restricted
0 Deed
Restricted
0 Non-Deed
Restricted
0 Deed
Restricted
0 Non-Deed
Restricted
1 Deed
Restricted
0 Non-Deed
Restricted
1 Deed
Restricted
0 Non-Deed
Restricted
013
Units by Structure Type Entitled Permitted Completed
Single-family Attached 1 1 0
Single-family Detached 1 1 0
2 to 4 units per structure 0 0 0
5+ units per structure 227 0 0
Accessory Dwelling Unit 1 0 2
Mobile/Manufactured Home000
Total 23022
Infill Housing Developments and Infill Units Permitted # of Projects Units 0 0
3 27
118000
Income Rental Ownership Total
Acutely Low
000
Extremely Low
000
Very Low
000
Low
000
Moderate
000
Above Moderate
000
Total000
Streamlining Provisions Used - Permitted Units # of Projects Units SB 9 (2021) - Duplex in SF Zone
00 SB 9 (2021) - Residential Lot Split
00 AB 2011 (2022)
00 SB 6 (2022)
00 SB 423 (2023)
00 Ministerial and Discretionary Applications # of Units Ministerial
66 Discretionary
15 Density Bonus Applications and Units Permitted
Number of Applications Submitted Requesting a Density Bonus 0 Number of Units in Applications Submitted Requesting a Density Bonus 0 Number of Projects Permitted with a Density Bonus
0 Number of Units in Projects Permitted with a Density Bonus 0 Housing Element Programs Implemented and Sites Rezoned Count 310
Total Housing Applications Submitted:

Number of Proposed Units in All Applications Received:

Total Housing Units Approved:

Total Housing Units Disapproved:

Total Units
Housing Applications Summary
Use of SB 423 Streamlining Provisions - Applications
Number of SB 423 Streamlining Applications
Above Moderate
Indicated as Infill
Not Indicated as Infill
Building Permits Issued by Affordability Summary
Income Level
Programs Implemented
Sites Rezoned to Accommodate the RHNA
(Jan. 1 - Dec. 31)
01/31/2023 - 01/31/2031
Units Constructed - SB 423 Streamlining Permits
Number of SB 423 Streamlining Applications Approved
Very Low
Low
Moderate
Acutely Low
Extremely Low
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Jurisdiction Cotati ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT Note: "+" indicates an optional field Reporting Year 2025
(Jan. 1 - Dec.
31) Housing Element Implementation
Planning
Period 6th Cycle 01/31/2023 - 01/31/2031
Date
Application
Submitted
Total
Approved
Units by
Project
Total
Disapproved
Units by
Project
Streamlining Historic Sites
2 3 4 6 7 8 9 10
Prior APN+ Current APN Street Address Project Name+
Local
Jurisdiction
Tracking ID
Unit Category
(SFA,SFD,2 to
4,5+,ADU,MH)
Tenure
R=Renter
O=Owner
Date
Application
Submitted
(see
instructions)
Acutely LowIncome Deed
Restricted
Acutely LowIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Extremely LowIncome Deed
Restricted
Extremely LowIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome
Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome
Non Deed
Restricted
Low-Income
Deed
Restricted
Low-Income
Non Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Above
ModerateIncome
Total

PROPOSED
Units by
Project
Total

APPROVED
Units by
project
Total

DISAPPROVE
D Units by
Project
Please select
state
streamlining
provision/s the
application was
submitted
pursuant to.

Is this project
located on a site
with an
associated
historical
designation as
outlined in
Government
Code Section
65400(a)(2)(N)
and reported on
Table L?
Did the
housing
development
application
seek incentives
or concessions
pursuant to
Government
Code section
65915?
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 1 0 1 7 11 8 0 0 144-273-009 8150 La Plaza 8150 La Plaza PA#25-10 5+ R 5/30/2025 5 5 5 0 NONE No No 144-352-005 199

VALPARAISO
AVE
199 VALPARAISO
AVE BP25-192
ADU R
7/22/2025
1 1 NONE No No
144-130-013 645 W Cotati
Ave 645 W Cotati Ave BP25-214 ADU O8/14/2025
1 1 1 0 NONE No No
144-470-077
45 Lasker Ln 45 Lasker Ln BP25-342
ADU O
12/4/2025
1 1 0 NONE No No
144-152-002 418 W Cotati
Ave 418 W Cotati Ave BP25-348
ADU O
12/15/2025
1 1 0 NONE No No
144-110-022 1901 Gilman
Ranch 1901 Gilman Ranch BP25-353 SFD O12/23/2025
1 1 2 0 NONE No No
144-190-028 7840 Old
Redwood Hwy
7840 Old Redwood
Hwy BP25-010 SFA R1/9/2025
1 1 NONE No No
0 0
0 0
0 0
0 0
0 0
0 0
0 0
0 0
0 0
0 0
0 0
0 0
0 Table A
Cells in grey contain auto-calculation formulas
1 5
Project Identifier Unit Types Density Bonus Law
Applications
11 Housing Development Applications Submitted
Proposed Units - Affordability by Household Incomes
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Jurisdiction Cotati ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Reporting Year 2025
(Jan. 1 - Dec.
31) Housing Element Implementation Cells in grey contain auto-calculation formulas Planning
Period 6th Cycle 01/31/2023 - 01/31/2031
Table A2
Streamlining Historic Sites Infill
Housing without
Financial Assistance or
Deed Restrictions
Term of
Affordability or
Deed Restriction
Notes
2 3 5 6 8 9 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Prior APN+ Current APN Street
Address Project Name+
Local
Jurisdiction
Tracking ID
Unit Category
(SFA,SFD,2 to 4,5+,ADU,MH)
Tenure
R=Renter
O=Owner
Acutely LowIncome Deed
Restricted
Acutely LowIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Extremely
Low- Income
Deed
Restricted
Extremely
Low- Income
Non Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Low- Income
Deed
Restricted
Low- Income
Non Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome
Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Above
ModerateIncome
Entitlement
Date Approved
# of Units
issued
Entitlements
Acutely
LowIncome
Deed
Restricted
Acutely
LowIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Extremely
LowIncome
Deed
Restricted
Extremely
LowIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome
Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
LowIncome
Deed
Restricted
LowIncome
Non Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome
Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Above
ModerateIncome
Building
Permits Date
Issued
# of Units Issued
Building Permits
Acutely
LowIncome
Deed
Restricted
Acutely
LowIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Extremely
LowIncome
Deed
Restricted
Extremely
LowIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome
Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome
Non Deed
Restricted
LowIncome
Deed
Restricted
LowIncome
Non Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome
Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Above
ModerateIncome
Certificates of
Occupancy or other
forms of readiness
(see instructions)
Date Issued
# of Units
issued
Certificates
of Occupancy
or other
forms of
readiness
Please select
the state
streamlining
provision the
project was

APPROVED
pursuant to.
(may select
multiple)
Is this project
located on a site
with an
associated
historical
designation as
outlined in
Government
Code Section
65400(a)(2)(N)
and reported on
Table L?
Infill Units?
Y/N+
Assistance
Programs for Each
Development
(may select
multiple - see
instructions)
Deed Restriction
Type
(may select
multiple - see
instructions)
For units affordable
without financial
assistance or deed
restrictions, explain how
the locality determined the
units were affordable
(see instructions)
Term of Affordability
or Deed Restriction
(years) (if affordable
in perpetuity enter
1000)+
Number of
Demolished/Destro
yed Units
Demolished
or Destroyed
Units
Demolished/
Destroyed
Units
Owner or
Renter
Total Density Bonus
Applied to the Project
(Percentage Increase in
Total Allowable Units or
Total Maximum Allowable
Residential Gross Floor
Area)
Number of Other
Incentives,
Concessions,
Waivers, or Other
Modifications Given
to the Project
(Excluding Parking
Waivers or Parking
Reductions)
List the
incentives,
concessions,
waivers, and
modifications
(Excluding
Parking Waivers
or Parking
Modifications)
Did the project
receive a reduction or
waiver of parking
standards? (Y/N)
Notes+
Summary Row : Start Data Entry Below 0 0 0 0 18 1 41 1 28 0 141 230 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 2 0 144-274-002, -
014, and -015
120 East Cotati
Avenue 120 E Cotati Ave PA#25-03 5+ R 10 33 1 8/26/2025 44 0 0 NONE No Y Other DB 55 0 269.0%
2 Development
Standards
Modification
No
City owned parcel
purchsed with $1.6
million in housing
funds. Project is Citysponsoered with a
developer partner as a
100% affordable
project. To date, no
additional funding has
been secured but will
be pursued in 2026.
046-286-017, -
018, -019, and -
020
Unaddressed;
northwest of the
corner of
Redwood Drive
and SR-116
(adjacent to
Lowe’s)
Redwood Row PA#22-07 5+ O 8 8 28 134 5/13/2025
178
0 0 NONE No N Other DB 55 0 50.0%
6 Development
Standards
Modification
No
Units are both
inclusionary under the
City's 15%
requirement and
density bonus (50%
due to 15%
inclusionary units
provided as VLI). Also,
market rate units are
for sale while BMR
144-110-021
2101 Gilman
ranch rd
New Single Family
Dwelling BP24-261 SFD O 1 1/16/2025 1 1 1/16/2025 1 0 NONE No N Other Other 0 No 144-230-018 8620 Oak Circle ADU BP25-166 ADU O 1 8/11/2025 1 1 8/11/2025 0 1 12/22/2025 1 NONE No N Other Other ADU Survey 0 No 046-103-053 896 Madrone Ave Residential ADU 24024 ADU R 6/6/2024 0 6/6/2024 0 1 2/21/2025 1 NONE No N Other Other ABAG 30/30/30/10
Methodology 0
144-273-009 8154 La Plaza 8154 La Plaza PA#25-10 5+ R 5 1/13/2025 5 0 0 NONE No N Other INC will pay the in-lieu fee 144-190-028 7840 Old
Redwood Hwy
7840 Old Redwood
Hwy BP25-010 SFA R 1 1/9/2025
1 1 10/8/2025 1 0 NONE No N Other Other
according to the rental price in
city of cotati ( affordabilty
calculator)
No
Conversion from a full
commerical unit to
mixed use with
residential unit. 685
sqft of residential area
0 0 0
0 0 0
Note: "+" indicates an optional field
Housing with Financial Assistance
and/or Deed Restrictions Project Identifier Demolished/Destroyed Units Annual Building Activity Report Summary - New Construction, Entitled, Permits and Completed Units Density Bonus
1 Unit Types Affordability by Household Incomes - Completed Entitlement Affordability by Household Incomes - Building Permits Affordability by Household Incomes - Certificates of Occupancy 4 7 10
175 of 335
Jurisdiction Cotati ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Reporting Year 2025 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31) Housing Element Implementation Planning Period 6th Cycle 01/31/2023 - 01/31/2031
1 Projection
Period 3 4
RHNA Allocation
by Income Level
Projection
Period -
06/30/2022-
01/30/2023
2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031
Total Units to
Date (all
years)
Total Remaining
RHNA by
Income Level
Deed Restricted - - - - - - - - - -
Non-Deed Restricted - - - - - - - - - -
Deed Restricted - - - - - - - - - -
Non-Deed Restricted - - - - - - - - - -
Deed Restricted - - - - - - - - - -
Non-Deed Restricted 1 - 1 1 - - - - - -
Deed Restricted - - - - - - - - - -
Non-Deed Restricted - - 2 1 - - - - - -
Deed Restricted - - - - - - - - - -
Non-Deed Restricted 1 - 1 - - - - - - -
Above Moderate 101 3 1 6 1 - - - - - - 11 90
234
5 1 10 3 - - - - - - 19 215
Please note: The APR form can only display data for one planning period. To view progress for a different planning period, you may login to HCD's online APR system, or contact HCD staff at [email protected].

Acutely Low - -
*For years prior to 2025, data on deed-restricted vs. non-deed restricted Extremely Low-Income units is approximated from whether the projects reported any deed-restricted Very Low-Income Units. If you wish to edit this historical data for accuracy or have any questions about the data, you may login to HCD's online APR system, or contact HCD staff at [email protected].

Total Units
*For jurisdictions that received RHNA determinations for the current cycle prior to the passage of AB 3093 (September 19, 2024):
- You were not allocated Acutely Low-Income and Extremely Low-Income RHNA targets, therefore the allocations in Field 1 are listed as "0" - If you wish to set your own targets in these income categories for informational purposes, contact HCD staff at [email protected]. - All Acutely Low-Income and Extremely Low-Income units reported during the cycle are counted towards Very-Low Income RHNA progress 37 Total RHNA
-
31 Low
*For years prior to 2025, Acutely Low-Income units are reported within the Extremely Low-Income category Please Note: Table B does not currently contain data from Table F or Table F2 for prior years. You may login to the APR system to see Table B that contains this data.

Extremeley Low -
2 Moderate
60 34
39 3
3 Income Level
Very Low
- -
This table is auto-populated once you enter your jurisdiction name and current year data. Past year information comes from previous APRs.

Please contact HCD if your data is different than the material supplied here 2 Table B
Regional Housing Needs Allocation Progress
Permitted Units Issued by Affordability
57 176 of 335
Jurisdiction Cotati ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Reporting Year 2025 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31) Housing Element Implementation Planning Period 6th Cycle 01/31/2023 - 01/31/2031
Date of
Rezone Rezone Type
2 4 5 6 7 9 10 11
APN Street Address Project Name+
Local
Jurisdiction
Tracking ID+
Date of
Rezone
Very LowIncome Low-Income ModerateIncome
Above
ModerateIncome
Rezone Type Parcel Size
(Acres)
General Plan
Designation Zoning
Minimum
Density
Allowed
Maximum
Density
Allowed
Realistic
Capacity Vacant/Nonvacant Description of Existing Uses
Note: "+" indicates an optional field
Cells in grey contain auto-calculation formulas
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below
3 8
Project Identifier RHNA Shortfall by Household Income Category Sites Description 1 Sites Identified or Rezoned to Accommodate Shortfall Housing Need and No Net-Loss Law Table C
177 of 335
Jurisdiction Cotati
Reporting Year 2025 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Name of Program Objective
Projected Completion
Date in Housing
Element
Applicable Cycle Status of Program
Implementation Program Implementation Details Quantified Outcomes: Category Quantified Outcomes:

Count
Supporting Documents
1-1 Housing Rehabilitation
Improve neighborhoods and housing by
providing opportunities for home
ownernship and housing rehabilition.
6/23/2027 6th Cycle In Progress
The Community Development Department has allocated $50,000 in remaining Affordable Housing Funds dollars as a potential source to create a revolving loan fund with which to implement Program 1- 1 but due to limited capacity this has yet to be implemented. Historically, the city has been the lead in administering "for sale" BMR units within the community. In recent years the City has sought to improve and expand it administrative function of home ownership BMR units through a strategic partnership with Housing Land Trust. One such unit that the City had been managing as part of its affordable housing program is the property located at 8527 Lancaster Dr, Cotati, CA. The owner of this VLI unit gave their notice of intent to sell to the city, and the city has engaged with the HLT to manage this sale and all future housing ownership opportunities of this property. This unit was evaluated for rehabilitation needed and determined not to need any significant renovation or rehabilitation.

However, the City did have to expend $10,000 to cover the costs of the HLT assuming administrative responsibility of this property into the future. In addition, the City has facilitated resident awareness of available home assistance program by adverting this affordable housing units by making it available on city's website, social media as well as informing the residents through housing newsletter.

Units 1
https://housinglandtrust.org/forsale/8275-
lancaster-drive.php
1-2 Home Ownership
Improve neighborhoods and housng by
providing opportunities for home ownership
by implementing a Home Ownership
Assistance Program
12/31/2025 6th Cycle In Progress
Historically, the city has been the lead in administering "for sale" BMR units within the community. In recent years the City has sought to improve and expand it administrative function of home ownership BMR units through a strategic partnership with Housing Land Trust. One such unit that the City had been managing as part of its affordable housing program is the property located at 8527 Lancaster Dr, Cotati, CA. The owner of this VLI unit gave their notice of intent to sell to the city, and the city has engaged with the HLT to manage this sale and all future housing ownership opportunities of this property. This unit was evaluated for rehabilitation needed and determined not to need any significant renovation or rehabilitation. However, the City did have to expend $10,000 to cover the costs of the HLT assuming administrative responsibility of this property into the future. In addition, the City has facilitated resident awareness of available home assistance program by adverting this affordable housing units by making it available on city's website, social media as well as informing the residents through housing newsletter.

Units 1
https://housinglandtrust.org/forsale/8275-
lancaster-drive.php
1-3 Non-Profit & Agency
Coordination
Continue existing and develop new
relationships with agencies, nonprofits and
others to assist in rehab assistance.
12/31/2025 6th Cycle Completed
On September 13, 2025, the City of Cotati co-hosted and participated in the third annual Housing Fair held at the Rohnert Park-Cotati Regional Library. The city collaborated with 15 local non-profits and local agencies to provide housing related resources to the community members. In addition, a "First Time Homeowner Buyer" workshop was also held to provide in depth resources for potential first time home buyers, and those interested in exploring home ownership opportunities. Further, the City of Cotati continues to work with the Housing Land Trust of Sonoma County(HLT) to provide affordable housing expertise and assistance with managing for sale below market rate (BMR) home sales and re-sales with adoption of Ordinance 928, which updates the City affordable housing regulations. All of these efforts have resulted in the City of Cotati being ranked number one among all jurisdictions in Sonoma County for its housing policy work by Generation Housing a non-profit organization and major advocate in the housing sector. The City of Cotati continues to develop relationships with non-profits such as Generation Housing and the HLT (among others) by providing requested information, engaging in their services and taking part in regional housing analysis and policy work.

Other 1
https://www.cotaticity.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID
=1014,
https://flipbooklets.com/pdfflipbooklets/stateof-housing-report-sonoma-county2025#page66 1-4 Capital Improvement
Program
As part of the annual review of the Capital
Improvement Program, determine priorities
for the capital improvement projects
required to maintain community's aging
infrastructure.
12/31/2025 6th Cycle Completed
The Community Development Department works annually with the Public Works Department to review the CIP and prioritize projects that will maintain and enhance the city's older residential neighborhoods in near and medium term. The 2025 Streets Improvement Project was completed on 9/04/2025 which included slurry seal, crack seal, and dig outs of E Cotati Ave from Matteri Lane to Baytree Ct, Forno Way, Honor Place, Clothier Lane, Jagla Street, Logan Place, Loma Linda Drive, Dorffman Drive, Issel Ct, Loma Linda Ct, Fehler Lane, Cervantes Ct, and Water Road. Further, two city parks were completely rehabilitated in 2025, expanding and enhancing recreational and open space amenities to multiple neighborhoods within the City. The 2026 City Wide Capital Improvement Projects is currently under draft review and will include various work from sewer, pedestrian safety improvements, streets preservation and park improvement projects.

Other 1
https://www.cotaticity.gov/DocumentCenter/Vi
ew/2664/Draft-Capital-Improvement-Program2026-2031
1-5 Preservation of
Affordable Housing Preserve supply of affordable units. 12/31/2025 6th Cycle In Progress Staff continues to maintain inventory of the existing affordable housing properties, their owners and contact the site management/ownership to compile affordability documentation and ensure accurate information regarding potential expiration of affordability agreements (aka Deed Restrictions). City has engaged with partner government and non-profit housing service providers and updated website with information and services. Lastly, the City has implemented an ADU survey for new ADU owners, to understand their intention regarding use and affordability of these newly constructed units. An impact fee deferral program has been formalized and is being actively marketed to developers. In adopting the updated impact fee ordinance on Sept. 9, 2025, the Council committed to further reviewing residential in-lieu fees and seeking opportunities to expand revenue into the City's affordable housing fund. This review and update to the City's residential impact and linkage fees is anticipated to occur in early 2026. The city is continuing its effort of preserving affordable housing units by working with HLT to increase the number of housing units included in their affordable housing administration program. One such property located at 8527 Lancaster Dr, Cotati, CA gave it's notice of intent to sell to the city, and the city has engaged with HLT to both sell the property, and take over long-term administration of the property. This change will enhance and expand on the affordable housing program by making this unit affordable in perpetuity.

Other
https://www.cotaticity.gov/DocumentCenter/Vi
ew/2866/ADU-Survey-Form,
https://www.cotaticity.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID
=1014
1-6 Preservation of Mobile
Home Parks
Facilitate the preservation of mobile home
parks and protect residents from
displacement.
12/31/2025 6th Cycle In Progress
The city of Cotati adopted MHP overlay zone which has been applied to existing mobile home parks and mobile home parks proposed and permitted after the adoption of the MHP overlay zone. The MHP overlay zone is intended to promote the maintenance and viability of mobile home parks through appropriate zoning. It is an overlay zone where mobile home parks are established as the primary land use in order to set the development standards for mobile home parks and to limit the conversion of existing mobile home parks, which are seen as a form of affordable housing, to other land uses.

Additionally senior mobile home park overlay zone is a subzone of the MHP overlay zone intended to promote and preserve a variety and balance of housing types within the city, and it provides assurances that existing senior mobile home parks and senior mobile home parks developed and permitted after the adoption of the MHP-S overlay zone will remain senior mobile home parks. The City is in litigation for recent legislative changes to the mobile home preservation policy, the outcome of this will determine future steps in the preservation of MHPs.

Meetings
https://ecode360.com/46697589?highlight=ov
erlay&highlight=park&highlight=parks&search
Id=9840476029575771#46697589
1-7 Essential Housing
Bond Financing Program
Partner with a Joint Powers Authority and
non-profit asset manager to acquire and/or
construct affordable housing units.
12/1/2023 6th Cycle In Progress
The City is a partner in several JPAs currently in existence and is currently having on-going discussions to join the Sonoma County Renewal Enterprise District (RED), which is a local JPA intended to accrelate infill housing development. The City purchased 120 E. Cotati Avenue and partnered with a local developer to construct a 100% affordable housing project. The project design has been approved and progress to finalize the Development Agreement is underway. To date, this project has been completely funded by the City and the developer, however next steps do anticipate applications to acquire full construction financing, demonstrating the city commitment to supporting the creation of affordable housing units.

Other
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0 1-8 Residential Building
Decarbonization
Promote energy efficiency and
conservation in new and existing residential
development
through.
4/1/2023 6th Cycle Completed
The City adopted the Santero Way Specific Plan (SWSP), and as part of the update, Santero Way will be rezoned to allow for higher density housing near the SMART train station compliant with the TOC policies and density requirements (second reading on January 2026). The City has approved entitlements for several mixed use developments within PDAs including Cotati Villages 1 and 2, Redwood Row and Cotati Station, all of which will be subject to updated CalGreen Tier 1 efficiency standards. The City concluded a sustainability fair in March 2025, where residents were able to obtain information about and directly connect with building decarbonization, energy conservation, and weatherization service providers. Amongst its many efforts, including installing heat pump water heaters in City facilities in 2025, the City has also been part of the wider regional efforts such as the SCTCA Countywide Equitable Building Electrification Plan. The City of Cotati is also continuously sharing and expanding information on energy conservation including heat pumps, EV charger, solar panels, weatherizing and more.

Other 1
https://www.cotaticity.gov/1485/Climate-andSustainability https://rcpa.ca.gov/wpcontent/uploads/2025/09/SCTCA-EBEAPFINAL-APPROVED-2025-09-08.pdf https://www.cotaticity.gov/1554/A-Guide-toElectrifying-Your-Home 2-1 Adequate Housing
Sites Maintain adequate inventory of sites. 12/31/2025 6th Cycle Completed The City continues to update the list of Housing Opportunity Sites, including density and special needs information as needed since adoption of the 2023 Housing Element (HE). This list is actively maintained to reflect parcels that have developed or in response to changes in the zoning or the RHNA needs of the City. Since 2023, the City has entitled multiple projects, more than doubling the allocated RHNA. Construction on several of these housing projects is anticipated to begin in 2026. Additionally, throughout 2025, the City continued to expand supportive housing policies and has upzoned the TOC area to allow for more adequate future housing sites and increased density.

Other 1
https://www.cotaticity.gov/228/Projects-inProgress
https://www.cotaticity.gov/Archive.aspx?AMID
=54
2-2 Streamlining Housing
Development
Implement various processes and
opportunities for developers to streamline
their projects.
12/31/2025 6th Cycle In Progress
On December 9th, 2025, the City Council adopted changes to policy City’s Municipal Code under Sections 17.30.082, 17.60.070, and 17.64.080. This policy will create a more streamlined entitlement process by providing a written procedure and checklist for these streamlined processes. In addition, the city's transit oriented community (TOC) rezoning project proposes to increase the allowable residential and commercial development on certain properties within 1/2 mile of the SMART rail station, while also significantly enhancing housing production, preservation and protection policies in Cotati. The scope of these adopted changes includes increasing the allowable residential density to 25-35 units per acre with additional policies which would limit condonium conversion, provide tenant protection and codifying SB 330 streamlined mandates, among other things.

Other
https://www.cotaticity.gov/228/Projects-inProgress

ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Housing Element Implementation
Housing Programs Progress Report
Describe progress of all programs including local efforts to remove governmental constraints to the maintenance, improvement, and development of housing as identified in the housing element.

Table D
Program Implementation Status pursuant to GC Section 65583 178 of 335
2-3 Accessory Dwelling
Units
Incentivize and promote the development
of accessory dwelling units. 12/31/2025 6th Cycle Completed The City updated its ADU ordinance in 2024 to comply with State Law through the adoption of Ordinance #932. To facilitate the development of ADUs, the City launched a collaborative program of PreApproved ADU Plans in December 2024, and has worked to improve and enhance the program offerings through 2025. Information on this program is available to residents on the City’s website. As identified above, the City has further sought to promote the development of ADUs by regularly updating an ADU specific webpage on the CD Department site. The City additionally has a summary handout providing comprehensive overview of buliding an ADU& JADU in the city of Cotati with links to local and regional resources identified. Furthermore, the City completed and implemented the development of an ADU Amensty Program, which is now live and avilable on the city's webpage.

Other 1
https://www.cotaticity.gov/1597/Pre-ReviewedADU-Plans-Program https://www.cotaticity.gov/1620/UnpermittedDwelling-Unit-Amnesty-Progra 2-4 Cottage Housing Promote Cottage Housing Ordinance to incentivize smaller units. 12/31/2025 6th Cycle In Progress The City of Cotati has adopted Cottage Housing Ordinance in 2021, which allows construction of modestly-sized single family detached or attached residences at higher density than standard zoning permits. Currently, Cotati's first Cottage housing project, 902 E. Cotati Avenue Cottages is under development, and is expected to receive occupancy in early 2026. The project will redevelop an existing single-family property with six residential units (four attached single-family homes and two accessory dwelling units (ADUs) within two separate two-story structures, with both private and shared open space and gardens. Throughout 2025, City staff have identified the Cottage Housing Ordinance as a mechanism to expand residential densities in Cotati, even beyond those available through State Density Bonus law.

Other
https://www.cotaticity.gov/1512/CottageHousing
2-5 Continuum of Care and
Crisis Response
Support funding for the provision of
emergency shelters, transitional housing,
and supportive housing.
12/31/2025 6th Cycle In Progress
The City of Cotati has expanded its relationship with local non-profit and service organizations both through participation with the Sonoma County Community Development Commission (CDC) and separately through local events such as Housing Fair through which the City has been able to have resources available to meet the needs of un-housed populations. The City continues to participate in mental health crisis response (SAFE) program to support the mental health crisis, addiction and homelessness in the community. Furthermore, the City has created a zoning allowance for shelters to be allowed in the new residential and mixed use zoning districts. Lastly, the City has participated in the Keeping People Housed (KPH) grant funded program, providing staff and City resources to guide applicants into the program.

Other
https://www.cotaticity.gov/250/Keeping-CotatiSAFE-Specialized-Assistan https://www.cotaticity.gov/1596/Keep-PeopleHoused-Program https://www.cotaticity.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID
=1014
2-6 Santero Way Rezoning
to Affirmatively Further
Fair Housing
Increase residential development in
Moderate Resource areas and near
amenities.
12/31/2025 6th Cycle In Progress
The Santero Way Specific Plan (SWSP) and associated Environmental Impact Report (EIR) was approved in early 2025 and City staff quickly began work on an implementing ordinance to rezone all SWSP and TOC eligible parcels. This rezoning significantly increases residential density within those areas, while also expanding the City's housing preservation, production and preservation policies, including significant AFFH related policies. Ordinance for the rezoning was considered by the Planning Commission in November 2025, and the City Council in December 2025, both voting to adopt the ordinance, showing general support for TOC and AFFH policy implementation within the City. The second reading of this ordinance occurred in January 2026, and full implementation of the updated Ordinance policies is under way.

Other https://www.cotaticity.gov/1566/Public-Notices
2-7 Support Development
of Proposed Projects
Ensure pending and approved projects will
be available for occupancy within the
planning period.
9/9/2025 6th Cycle Completed
The City of Cotati has established an Impact Fee Deferral program under Chapter 4.14 of the Cotati Municipal Code. Under this program, the payment of certain impact fees in an amount of ten thousand dollars ($10,000) or more may be deferred subject to compliance with outlined terms and conditions. Fees may be deferred until (i) final inspection or (ii) the date the City issues the first Certificate of Occupancy for the Project, except for utility service fees, which the local agency is required to collect at the time an application for utility service is received. All proposed housing development projects receive regular and on-going staff commitments and are anticipated to be processed and reviewed in keeping with project review timeline commitments. Further, in 2025, the City implemented a development project management process where by a project manager is assigned and remains with all development projects throughout the entitlement, permitting and construction process. This continuous support ensures technical issues and questions are always able to be addressed and responded too in a timely manner, and development project applicants have a liaison at the City to help navigate challenges as they arise. Redwood Row being developed by City Ventures is the first project to be able to take advantage of this program, and this project is progressing into construction in 2026.

Other 1
https://www.cotaticity.gov/1615/DevelopmentImpact-Fee-Deferral-Program3-1 Zoning for a Variety of Housing Types
Incentivize development projects for
affordable housing that addresses
community's priorities through amendments
to Land Use Code and Zoning Code
12/31/2025 6th Cycle In Progress
The Santero Way Specific Plan and the Transit Oriented Community (TOC) Rezoning ordinance were both reviewed and approved in 2025. Thes efforts proposed to increase the allowable residential and commercial development on certain properties within 1/2 mile of the SMART rail station. The scope of the proposed changes includes increasing the allowable residential density to 25-35 units per acre; increasing the allowable commercial development footprint (called a Floor Area Ratio or F.A.R.) to 3.0, eliminating any parking spaces required to serve this future development and lastly, expanding the allowable land uses in the project area. The goal of these changes is to increase the number of homes and the amount of commercial activity in close proximity to the SMART train station.

Other
https://www.cotaticity.gov/228/Projects-inProgress
3-2 Funding for Affordable
and Special Needs
Housing
Seek available funding for lower income
and special needs housing. 12/31/2025 6th Cycle In Progress The City purchased 120 E. Cotati Avenue in late 2023, for $1.6 million using only City funding. On February 13, 2024, the City council determined that the property at 120 E. Cotati Avenue was “exempt surplus land” and provided direction to staff to issue an Request for Qualifications seeking a qualified developer to partner with the City to develop 120 E. Cotati Avenue with a 100-percent affordable housing project. This RFQ was issued on March 21, 2024, to over 170 individuals and firms who have expressed interest in developing affordable housing within the State. On April 30, 2024, City staff received a Developer Qualification statement from Freebird Development LLC, the only party to respond to the RFQ. After reviewing the statement, an internal panel of City staff determined that Freebird Development was adequately qualified and well versed in the development of affordable housing. On May 30, 2024, City staff interviewed Freebird Development LLC ownership and their development partners and confirmed their qualifications and development acumen. After conducting public engagement meetings throughout early and mid-2025, the City Council approved the final design for a 100% affordable housing project on the site on August 25, 2025. The final step to solidify this agreement is for the developer and the Council to enter into a Disposition and Development Agreement (DDA), anticipated to occur in February 2026. After adoption of their DDA, significant efforts to seek funding to develop this City-sponsored affordable housing project will begin in earnest.

Other
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3-3 Maintain Adequate
Staff
Maintain staff in CDD to process and
review housing development applications
and implement housing programs.
12/31/2025 6th Cycle Continuous The Community Development Department has maintained consistent staff levels throughout the 6th Housing Element Cycle and consistently meets or exceeds all state mandated development review timelines. Consistent steps to implement housing element programs have occurred since approval of the 6th Cycle HE, with progress made on nearly every program. Other 1 CONTACT: Noah housh, Director of
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[email protected]
3-4 Housing Choice
Vouchers
Require developers utilizing tax exempt
financing to include Section 8 vouchers. 12/31/2025 6th Cycle In Progress City continues to support the use and implementation of Housing Choice Vouchers through collaboration with Sonoma County Housing Authority. These efforts have been continued and maintained into the affordable houing initiatives wih the HLT, the RED and Freebird Development LLC, pursued by the City in 2025. Other https://www.cotaticity.gov/214/AffordableHousing
3-5 Review Processing
Fees
Pursue Housing Fund dollars to reduce
fees for affordable projects and ensure
compliance with SB 330 and AB 602.
12/15/2025 6th Cycle Completed
The City has updated all impact fees and posted all required information on its website regarding development impact fees and is in full compliance with AB 602. The City Council supported a review and update of impact fees as a component of the FY2024/25 workplan for the CD Department and this update has been completed. Final adoption of the updated fees was done in July 2025 and has been effective since October 13, 2025. An impact fee deferral program has been formalized and is being actively marketed to developers. In adopting the updated impact fee ordinance on Sept. 9, 2025, the Council committed to further reviewing residential in-lieu fees, and this review and anticipated update is under way, with final adoption anticipated in early 2026. The City is and has maintained complaince with all SB 330 requirements including vesting and timeline mandates. The TOC Ordinance has codified many of the protection, preservation and production elements of SB 330, ensuring ongoing implementation even after the sunset clause of the bill.

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https://www.cotaticity.gov/1615/DevelopmentImpact-Fee-Deferral-Programhttps://www.cotaticity.gov/DocumentCenter/Vi ew/1071/Master-Fee-Schedule-EffectiveOctober-16-2025?bidId= 3-6 Prohousing
Designation Pursue Prohousing Designation from CHD. 12/31/2025 6th Cycle In Progress The city is actively reviewing its implemented policies and programs to support the development of housing and is in talks with a consulting firm to apply for the Prohousing Designation in early 2026. Other None 4-1 Anti-Displacement
Actions
Reduce the risk of displacement throughout
the City 12/10/2026 6th Cycle Completed
The city has adopted TOC policy implemented through Cotati Municipal Code 17.74.030 through Tenant Relocation Assistance Plan Program. To ensure compliance with the TOC Policy, amendments to the code section were proposed and adopted. The proposed changes were presented for introduction and first reading at the City Council meeting on December 9th, 2025 and were unanimously approved. The second reading of the ordinance occurred on January 13, 2026. A Tentat Habitability Plan was created and implemented in 2025, mandating owners of rental units maintain habilitation for tenants during repairs and provide the tenant with relocation assistance and a right to return without rent increase. The city has implemented changes to condominium conversion ordinance to limit the loss of rental housing through conversion. The City of Cotati additionally has partnered with Sonoma County's Keeping People Housed Pliot program with an aim to prevent homelessness throughout the County by uniting social services to provide rental assistance and essential legal services.

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https://www.cotaticity.gov/1596/Keep-PeopleHoused-Program 4-2 Housing Discrimination
Complaints
Ensure that residents have access to
information regarding fair housing rights. 12/31/2025 6th Cycle Continuous In this cycle to date, the City has had no fair housing complaints. Information regarding legal assistance and how to file a complaint is available at the CD Department front counter, website and through City staff. Legal Aid of Sonoma County is a partner in tenant discrimination issues and was present at the City's annual Housing Hair, meeting with and providing information to attendants. The City of Cotati additionally has partnered with Sonoma County's Keeping People Housed Pliot program with an aim to prevent homelessness throughout the County by uniting social services to provide rental assistance and essential legal services.

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https://www.cotaticity.gov/1596/Keep-PeopleHoused-Program https://www.cotaticity.gov/207/Report-AViolation
https://cotaticity.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=19
0&ARC=340
4-3 Nondiscrimination &
Fair Housing Information
The City shall take measures to provide
and publicize information regarding fair
housing
programs, housing rights, and complaint
procedures
12/31/2025 6th Cycle Completed
The City provides non-discrimination regulations and tenant rights information at the CD Department front counter, website and through City staff. The City maintains an updated inventory of affordable rental housing and ownership opportunities on the CD webpage and through a housing interest list. Additionally, the City provides referrals to the CDC and Legal Aid of Sonoma County to support tenants expressing concerns over fair housing and housing rights procedures. The City Code Enforcement and Building Department engages directly with property owners and tenants in cases of substandard housing complaints. The City of Cotati additionally has partnered with Sonoma County's Keeping People Housed Pliot program with an aim to prevent homelessness throughout the County by uniting social services to provide rental assistance and essential legal services. The City of Cotati has also created a Tentat Habitability Plan, in keeping with the protection measures called for the the TOC policy requirements from ABAG/MTC. This ordinance was adopted on January 13, 2026, and the new program mandates owners of rental units maintain habilitation for tenants during repairs and provide the tenants with relocation assistance and a right to return without rent increase.

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https://www.cotaticity.gov/1596/Keep-PeopleHoused-Program https://www.cotaticity.gov/207/Report-AViolation
https://www.cotaticity.gov/211/Housing
4-4 Reasonable
Accommodation
Continue to ensure that reasonable
accommodation is provided for persons
with disabilities,
including developmental disabilities
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The City processes requests for reasonable accommodations for free and over the counter on a regular basis, including the provision of listening devices, virtual meeting participation opportunities, and ADA accessibility for in person meeting participation. CD Staff also ensures that all disability related code requirements are met through the review of all planning entitlement and building permit applications.

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reasonable/disabled accomdation are
provided upon request as shown in every
agenda for city council and planning
comission meetings.
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4-5 Limit Code
Enforcement Activities
Continue to prioritize residential code
enforcement activities for situations that
pose an immediate threat to public health
and safety
12/31/2025 6th Cycle Completed
The City continues to prioritize code enforcement activities that pose immediate threats to public health and safety. Internal City Code Enforcement policies identify that life safety and substandard housing are the top priority in allocating resources to complaints received. The City finalized the creation of an ADU Amnesty program in 2025, expanding on the State direction to limit ADU legalization penalties. Additionally, the City of Cotati TOC ordinance also included creation of a Tenant Habitability Plan. This ordinance as adopted on January 13, 2026. This program mandates the owner to maintain habilitation for tenants during repairs and provides the tenant with relocation assistance, and a right to return without rent increase.

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https://www.cotaticity.gov/1620/UnpermittedDwelling-Unit-Amnesty-Progra 4-6 Culturally Appropriate
Facilitation and
Involvement
"Facilitate the involvement of
underrepresented residents, businesses,
and organizations in all
aspects of the planning process, utilizing
culturally appropriate approaches to public
participation and involvement."
12/31/2025 6th Cycle Completed
The City's 2025 housing fair focused its effort on outreaching to historically underrepresented population. Specific action such as Spanish translation of the survey, flyers, and a live translation for the workshop were conducted. In addition to traditional website and social media based outreach, marketing efforts included distributing flyers to local shops, restaurants and the library focusing on different groups to better outreach diverse groups.

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onnecting-community-and-housingopportunities/article_53e615b8-4559-4a02- 8d97-bada280c957e.html
5-1 Annual Report
Prepare an annual report to the City
Council describing implemention of the
Element.
12/31/2025 6th Cycle Continuous Cotati Community Development staff presents annually on the Housing Element implementation progress to the Planning Commission and City Council. In addition, staff meet all annual HCD reporting requirements. Meetings 1
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5-2 Workshops & Public
Hearings
Hold workshops that provide the public,
developers and service providers with
opportunities to review and discuss the
Housing Element.
12/31/2025 6th Cycle Continuous
The City has created a Housing specific webpage to share housing resources and information and to provide regular updates in an effort to keep citizens informed of any new housing law changes as well as chance in local policies or programs. This website includes a "Housing Interest List" sign up whereby individuals interested in housing related issues may provide their email and get direct updates on the City’s efforts to support housing in Cotati. Further, the City continues to hold public hearings and discussions regarding the City’s responses to changes in state legislation which requires modifications and updates to the City’s land use code. In addition to these meetings and workshops, city staff regularly engages with the community through social media and local events such as farmer's markets, annual housing fair and other City sponsored events, to get input from Cotati residents on housing. Finally, the City conducts a community-wide survey and presents the results to the City Council every two to three years. On January 20, 2026, the results of the recent years housing survey responses were presented, which identified housing affordability as the number one priority of the community. Further, the City has consistently held public workshops and hearings on any rezoning or density increases in Cotati, or other steps to implement housing element programs, including the TOC ordinance which included a total of five public meetings as part of the review and adoption process.

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https://www.cotaticity.gov/211/Housing
https://cotaticity.primegov.com/Portal/Meeting
?meetingTemplateId=7392
https://www.cotaticity.gov/1566/Public-Notices
5-3 Stakeholder
Engagement
Engage the residents and workforce of
Cotati, and stakeholders directly involved in
housing.
12/31/2025 6th Cycle Continuous
The City has created a Housing specific webpage to share this information and provide regular updates in an effort to keep citizens informed of these changes. This website includes a "Housing Interest List" sign up whereby individuals interested in Housing related issues may provide their email and get direct updates on the City’s efforts to support housing in Cotati. Further, the City continues to hold public hearings and discussions to discuss the City’s responses to the recent state legislation which requires modifications and updates to the City’s land use code. In addition to these meetings and workshops, city staff regularly engages with the community through social media and local events such as farmer's markets, annual housing fair and other City sponsored events, to get input from Cotati residents on housing. The City conducts a community-wide survey and presents the results to the City Council every two to three years. In 2025, Housing and Resource Fair with collaboration with City of Rohnert park and the library was hosted where workshops, and various other stakeholders were present to provide information to community residents. On January 20, 2025, the results of housing survey were presented, which identified housing affordability as the number one priority of the community. Further, the City has consistently held public workshops and hearings on any rezoning or density increases in Cotati, or other steps to implement housing element programs, including the TOC ordinance which included a total of five public meetings as part of the review and adoption process.

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https://www.cotaticity.gov/211/Housing
https://cotaticity.primegov.com/Portal/Meeting
?meetingTemplateId=7392
https://www.cotaticity.gov/1566/Public-Notices
5-4 Accessible and
Transparent Information
The City will increase accessibility and
transparency of housing development
standards and
opportunities and meet the new
transparency and development fee
requirements of AB 602
and SB 319.
12/31/2025 6th Cycle Completed
The City has posted information regarding development impact fees on its website in compliance with AB 602. The summary of the City's Sites Inventory has been included in the Housing Element and is accessible on the City's website. Additional information such as the Objective Design Standards Check List are published on the City’s website. Throughout 2025, the City has engaged in enhancing website features and accessible information to provide expanded and transparent information through multiple methods.

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https://www.cotaticity.gov/225/DevelopmentFee-Information https://ecode360.com/46698654
https://www.cotaticity.gov/211/Housing
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Jurisdiction Cotati ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Reporting
Period 2025
(Jan. 1 - Dec.
31) Housing Element Implementation
Period 6th Cycle 01/31/2023 - 01/31/2031
Description of
Commercial
Development Bonus
Commercial Development Bonus
Date Approved
3 4
APN Street Address Project Name+
Local
Jurisdiction
Tracking ID+
Very Low
Income
Low
Income
Moderate
Income
Above Moderate
Income
Description of
Commercial
Development Bonus
Commercial Development Bonus
Date Approved
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below
Units Constructed as Part of Agreement
Commercial Development Bonus Approved pursuant to GC Section 65915.7 Table E
Note: "+" indicates an optional field
Project Identifier
1 2
Cells in grey contain auto-calculation
formulas
(CCR Title 25 §6202)
Annual Progress Report January 2020
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Jurisdiction Cotati ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT Note: "+" indicates an optional field Reporting Period 2025
(Jan. 1 - Dec.
31) Housing Element Implementation Cells in grey contain auto-calculation formulas Planning Period 6th Cycle 01/31/2023 - 01/31/2031
The description should adequately document
how each unit complies with subsection (c) of
Government Code Section 65583.1+.

For detailed reporting requirements, see the
chcklist here:

Extremely LowIncome+Very LowIncome+ Low-Income+ TOTAL UNITS+Extremely LowIncome+Very LowIncome+ Low-Income+TOTAL UNITS+
https://www.hcd.ca.gov/communitydevelopment/docs/adequate-sites-checklist.pdf Rehabilitation Activity
Preservation of Units At-Risk
Acquisition of Units
Mobilehome Park Preservation
Total Units by Income
Table F
Please note this table is optional: The jurisdiction can use this table to report units that have been substantially rehabilitated, converted from non-affordable to affordable by acquisition, and preserved, including mobilehome park preservation, consistent with the standards set forth in Government Code section 65583.1, subdivision (c). Please note, motel, hotel, hostel rooms or other structures that are converted from non-residential to residential units pursuant to Government Code section 65583.1(c)(1)(D) are considered net-new housing units and must be reported in Table A2 and not reported in Table F.

Activity Type
Units that Do Not Count Towards RHNA+
Listed for Informational Purposes Only
Units that Count Towards RHNA +
Note - Because the statutory requirements severely limit what can be counted, please contact HCD at [email protected] and we will unlock the form which enable you to populate these fields.

Units Rehabilitated, Preserved and Acquired for Alternative Adequate Sites pursuant to Government Code section 65583.1(c) Annual Progress Report January 2020
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Note: "+" indicates an
optional field
Reporting
Period 2025 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31) Housing Element Implementation Cells in grey contain auto-calculation formulas Planning
Period 6th Cycle 01/31/2023 - 01/31/2031
Notes
2 3 6
Prior APN+ Current APN Street Address Project Name+
Local
Jurisdiction
Tracking ID
Unit
Category
(2 to 4,5+)
Tenure
R=Renter
Very LowIncome Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome
Non Deed
Restricted
Low- Income Deed
Restricted
Low- Income
Non Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Above
ModerateIncome
Total Moderate Income
Units Converted from
Above Moderate
Date
Converted Notes
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Table F2
Above Moderate Income Units Converted to Moderate Income Pursuant to Government Code section 65400.2 For up to 25 percent of a jurisdiction’s moderate-income regional housing need allocation, the planning agency may include the number of units in an existing multifamily building that were converted to deed-restricted rental housing for moderate-income households by the imposition of affordability covenants and restrictions for the unit. Before adding information to this table, please ensure housing developments meet the requirements described in Government Code 65400.2(b). 5 Project Identifier Unit Types
1 4
Affordability by Household Incomes After Conversion Units credited toward Moderate Income RHNA
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Jurisdiction Cotati
Reporting
Period 2025
(Jan. 1 - Dec.
31)
Period 6th Cycle 01/31/2023 - 01/31/2031 ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT Housing Element Implementation
2 3 4
APN Street Address Project Name+
Local
Jurisdiction
Tracking ID+
Realistic
Capacity
Identified in the
Housing
Element
Entity to whom the site
transferred Intended Use for Site
1 Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below
Note: "+" indicates an optional field
Cells in grey contain auto-calculation formulas
Table G
Locally Owned Lands Included in the Housing Element Sites Inventory that have been sold, leased, or otherwise disposed of Project Identifier
NOTE: This table must only be filled out if the housing element sites inventory contains a site which is or was owned by the reporting jurisdiction, and has been sold, leased, or otherwise disposed of during the reporting
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Jurisdiction Cotati Note: "+" indicates an optional field Reporting
Period 2025
(Jan. 1 - Dec.
31)
Cells in grey contain auto-calculation
formulas
H_1_APN H_2_Address H_3_Use H_4_Units H_5_Designation H_6_Size H_7_Notes Designation Size Notes
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
APN Street Address/Intersection Existing Use Number of
Units
Surplus
Designation
Parcel Size (in
acres) Notes
120 E Cotati Ave Vacant 44 Exempt Surplus
Land 0.86
The city is in processing of developing it into a
100% affordable housing project. 144-274-014 &
144-274-015
144-320-026-000 0 E Cotati Ave Commercial Exempt Surplus Land 0.41 Cotati SMART TOD Site
NOTE: This table must contain an inventory
of ALL surplus/excess lands the reporting
jurisdiction owns
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below
Parcel Identifier

ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Housing Element Implementation
Table H
Locally Owned Surplus Sites
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Jurisdiction Cotati ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Reporting
Period 2025
(Jan. 1 - Dec.
31) Housing Element Implementation
Planning
Period 6th Cycle 01/31/2023 - 01/31/2031
Project Type Date
2 3
APN Street Address Project Name+
Local
Jurisdiction
Tracking ID+
Unit Category
(SH - Student Housing) Date
Very LowIncome Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Low- Income
Deed
Restricted
Low- Income
Non Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Above
ModerateIncome
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below
Note: "+" indicates a
Cells in grey contain auto-
Table J
Student housing development for lower income students for which was granted a density bonus pursuant to subparagraph (F) of paragraph (1) of subdivision (b) of Section 65915 Project Identifier Units (Beds/Student Capacity) Approved 1 4
NOTE: STUDENT HOUSING WITH DENSITY BONUS
ONLY. This table only needs to be completed if there
were student housing projects WITH a density bonus
approved pursuant to Government Code65915(b)(1)(F)
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Jurisdiction Cotati ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Reporting Period 2025 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31)
Planning Period 6th Cycle 01/31/2023 - 01/31/2031
Yes
Does the Jurisdiction have a local tenant preference policy? If the jurisdiction has a local tenant preference policy, provide a link to the jurisdiction's webpage containing authorizing local ordinance and supporting materials.

Notes
Table K
Tenant Preference Policy
Local governments are required to inform HCD about any local tenant preference ordinance the local government maintains when the jurisdiction submits their annual progress report on housing approvals and production, per Government Code 7061 (SB 649, 2022, Cortese). Effective January 1, 2023, local governments adopting a tenant preference are required to create a webpage on their internet website containing authorizing local ordinance and supporting materials, no more than 90 days after the ordinance becomes operational. https://www.cotaticity.gov/214/Affordable-Housing
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Jurisdiction Cotati Note: "+" indicates an optional field Reporting
Period 2025
(Jan. 1 - Dec.
31)
Cells in grey contain auto-calculation
formulas
Size Notes
3 4
APN Street Address/Intersection Date of
Designation
Designation
Level
Historic Site
Period
Areas of
Significance
Parcel Size (in
acres) Notes
Summary Row:

Historical Resources
Parcel Identifier
1 Designation
2 NOTE: This table needs to be completed with any sites within your jurisdiction that were newly added to a National, State, or Local register of historic places within the reporting year. If none, leave blank.

ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Housing Element Implementation
Table L
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Jurisdiction Cotati
Reporting Year 2025 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31)
Total Award Amount Total award amount is auto-populated based on amounts entered in rows 15-26.

Task $ Amount Awarded $ Cumulative Reimbursement Requested Other Funding Notes
Summary of entitlements, building permits, and certificates of occupancy (auto-populated from Table A2) Current Year
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 0
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 0
Deed Restricted 18
Non-Deed Restricted 1
Deed Restricted 41
Non-Deed Restricted 1
Deed Restricted 28
Non-Deed Restricted 0
141
230
Current Year
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 0
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 0
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 1
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 1
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 0
1 3
Current Year
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 0
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 0
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 1
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 1
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 0
0 2
Moderate
Above Moderate
Total Units
Completed Entitlement Issued by Affordability Summary
Income Level
Very Low
Low
Moderate
Above Moderate
Total Units
Building Permits Issued by Affordability Summary
Income Level
Very Low
Low
Acutely Low
Extremely Low
Total Units
Certificate of Occupancy Issued by Affordability Summary Income Level
Very Low
Low
Moderate
Above Moderate
Acutely Low
Extremely Low
Acutely Low
Extremely Low

ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Local Early Action Planning (LEAP) Reporting
(CCR Title 25 §6202)
Please update the status of the proposed uses listed in the entity’s application for funding and the corresponding impact on housing within the region or jurisdiction, as applicable, categorized based on the eligible uses specified in Section 50515.02 or 50515.03, as applicable. $ -
Task Status
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HOUSING

ELEMENT ANNUAL

PROGRESS

REPORT(APR)
Cotati City Council
March 10, 2026
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Background
• Housing Element required element of the General Plan
• Eight Year Update Cycle( current: 6th cycle 2023-2031) • Annual Progress Report(APRs) required since 1980
• City submits APR to Department of Housing and Community Development(HCD) and Office of Planning and Research(OPR) • Demonstrates progress toward Regional Housing Needs
Assessment(RHNA)-Provided by ABAG/MTC(Table B)
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Updates to 2025 APR Form
• Expanded income categories( AB 3039)
• Historic Designation (AB 2580)
• Opportunity Area Tracking( AB 2667)
• Enhanced Housing Element Program Reporting
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6 th CYCLE RHNA (2023-2031)
Income
level
Very low Low Moderate Above
Moderate
(Market
Rate)
RHNA
Allocation
60 34 39 101
Total: 234
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Summary from 2024
• 3 new Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) built in 2024
• 10 Building permits issued; construction underway
• 338 units entitled in 2024 - Building permits not issued • 36 units proposed in development applications (2024)
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Summary for 2025
• 7 building permits applied for
• 3 Building Permits Issued *included in entitlement count • 2 new (Accessory Dwelling Units) Constructed in 2025. • Entitled units-230 units-
• 227 (5+ Units per structure)
• 1 Single Family Attached- Building Permit Issued
• 1 Single Family Detached- Building Permit Issued
• 1 ADU- Building Permit Issued
Projects in Pipeline
• Lund Hill Lots( 12 Units)
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Projected Residential Development
Very low Low Moderate Market Rate
RHNA allocation 60 34 39 101
Cotati Village 1 18 159
Cotati Village 2 13 113
Flahaven
Estates
1 2 2 30
120 E. Cotati Ave 10 33 1
Redwood Row 8 8 28 134
8154 La Plaza 5
Lund Hill Lots 12?
Total Projected
Pipeline Units
50 43 30 454
*does not
include
ADU or
individual
homes or
projects
early in
review
process
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2025 Units Entitlement and Permit Processing
Income level Acutely
Low
Income
Extremely
Low
Income
Very
low
Low Moderate Above
Moderate
(Market
Rate)
120 E. Cotati
Ave
10 33 1
Redwood Row 8 8 28 134
8154 La Plaza 5
ADU
Construction
Completed
1 1
Building
Permits Issued
1 1 1
RHNA
Allocation
20 43 28 141
Total: 232
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Recent Legislation Updates
• AB253 California Residential
• SB 358 Mitigation Fee Act
• AB 507 Adaptive Reuse
• AB 671 Accelerated Restaurant Building
• AB 1308 Residential Building Permits
• AB 130 and AB 131
…and more.
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Report Summary
Housing Element Programs
• Implementation Status: Table D
• Program 1.3 Non-Profit Agency Coordination
• Programs 2-2, 2-3, 2-4, 2-7, 3-1, and 3-5 -Streamline, Support and Promote Housing Opportunities
• Programs 2-6, 4-2, and 4-3 - AFFH, Anti-Displacement and – Discrimination, Cultural Sensitivity
• Program 5.1 Annual Report
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RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended by the Community Development
Department that the City Council review and accept
the Housing Element Annual Progress Report prior
to staff submitting to HCD by April 1, 2026.
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Cotati City Council
Agenda Staff Report
Item type: REGULAR AGENDA (ACTION)
To: City Council
Subject: CITY OF COTATI 2025 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL

PROGRESS REPORT
Date: March 10, 2026
Written by: Pema Sherpa, Planning Technician
Recommendation
It is recommended by the Community Development Department that the City Council review the information provided in the General Plan Annual Progress Report, identify any concerns or direction for staff, and file the report for future discussion.

Background
The City of Cotati General Plan identifies the City’s vision for the future and provides a framework that will guide decisions on growth, development, and conservation of open space and resources in a manner consistent with the quality of life desired by the City’s residents and businesses. The City adopted its current General Plan in March 2015.

A General Plan is required by State of California law. While Annual Progress Reports on the Housing Element of the General Plan have been required by the State for many years, the requirement to provide a report on the other Elements of the General Plan is relatively new. The first year for which the State Office of Planning and Research (OPR) required an Annual Progress Report (APR) for the remainder of the General Plan was 2019. OPR has now been rebranded into the Governor’s Office of Land Use and Innovation (LCI). Annual Progress Reports (APRs) on General Plan implementation must now be submitted to the State of California annually by April 1.

The General Plan APR allows LCI to identify statewide trends in land use decision-making and how local planning and development activities relate to statewide planning goals and policies.

APRs may also inform future modifications to LCI’s General Plan Guidelines and other technical advisory documents. In addition, LCI can track progress on a local jurisdiction's comprehensive General Plan update using the information provided in the APR. To date (and 207 of 335
unlike the HE APR) a specific format for the GP APR report has not been mandated, although format guidance has been published. On March 2, 2026, the Planning Commission reviewed the 2025 GP APR.

Analysis/Discussion
Staff has prepared the 2025 General Plan APR, describing the City’s progress in implementing the goals of the Plan (excluding the Housing Element) as identified upon adoption in 2019, during calendar year 2025. The APR reports on the specific actions set forth in the General Plan, and is organized by the different Elements of the Plan, which include:
· Circulation
· Community Health and Wellness
· Community Services and Facilities
· Conservation
· Economic Vitality
· Land Use
· Noise
· Open Space
· Safety
· (Housing—APR prepared and submitted separately)
Individual departments provided updates to the implementation status of projects and tasks managed by their staff, with status typically being identified as completed or ongoing, with some identified as both. Occasionally, certain projects or tasks are identified as not yet started. Cotati’s 2025 APR will be submitted to the state by March 31, 2026.

Financial Considerations
Other than the staff time to prepare the report, there are no identified impacts to the 2025/26 FY budget associated with the preparation of the 2025 General Plan APR. Individual projects may request budget allocations, but these will be separate actions from the preparation of the GP APR.

Environmental Issues
The action of receiving the annual general plan report does not constitute a project as defined by California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Section 15378; therefore, no further environmental review is required.
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CHAPTER 11: IMPLEMENTATION—2025 UPDATE
Cotati General Plan
11-1
For the General Plan to serve as an effective guide to achieving the City’s vision for its future, it must be implemented and administered. The General Plan includes a number of "Action” items that provide direction for how the City will implement the goals, objectives, and policies within the body of the General Plan. In general, actions are spread throughout each of the elements, appearing immediately after the corresponding objective and policies.

Government Code Section 65400(a)(1) requires the City’s planning agency (City of Cotati Community Development Department) to make recommendations to the City Council that identify reasonable and practical means for implementation of the General Plan. The Community Development Department is also required to provide an annual report to the City Council, the State Office of Planning and Research (State Clearinghouse), and the State Department of Housing and Community Development that includes the status of the General Plan, the City’s progress in the implementation of the General Plan, and the County’s progress in meeting its allocation of regional housing needs and removing governmental constraints to the maintenance, improvement, and development of housing.

Table 11-1: General Plan Implementation is intended to serve as a tool for tracking implementation of the General Plan and preparing the annual report, as Table 1 identifies the general timing for the implementation of each action, the Department responsible for the action’s implementation, and the status of the action. The Departments that are responsible for the various actions include: – the City Manager’s office is responsible for administrative actions and economic development actions, Community Development Department – this department is responsible for actions related to planning and building, and Public Works/Engineering – this department is responsible for actions related to infrastructure, utilities, capital improvements, and other public works and engineering items.

For each of the actions listed below, the letters “A” or “B” refer to a relative priority for implementation. More specifically, the letter A implies that the action will be implemented in the relatively short-term (most likely, 1 to 5 years). The letter B similarly implies a somewhat longerterm implementation, approximately 5 to 10 years. In other cases, the reader may notice the use of the term "ongoing" which refers to actions already being undertaken by the City or those that are expected to continue on either a periodic or perpetual basis. The party or parties that are primarily responsible for implementing each action are also indicated where applicable.

The reader should keep some caveats in mind regarding the implementation schedule. One is that many of these actions will require both staff and financial resources to implement, thus making them difficult to definitively schedule, given the annual nature of the budgetary process and changing priorities over the years. A second caveat to keep in mind is that it is often difficult to clearly state the duration of tasks; therefore, estimated starting dates (priority levels) are presented for actions rather than completion dates. A third caveat is that, in some instances, the selection of priority level (A or B) reflects the level of complexity and the level of effort required to implement an action rather than the importance of the Action itself.

1. Introduction

2. Circulation

3. Community Health &
Wellness

4. Community Services &
Facilities

5. Conservation

6. Economic Vitality

7. Land Use

8. Noise

9. Open Space

10. Safety

11. Implementation
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TABLE 11-1: General Plan Implementation
Action Responsible
Department
Priority/
Timing Status
Action CI 1a: Continually seek opportunities to fund maintenance of and improvements to the circulation network, including through active pursuit of a wide range of grant sources.

Public Works/
Engineering
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing.

The City completed
significant road
preservation and
rehabilitation projects
which included
enhancements to
bike/ped features in
2024 and 2025,
including completion
of the Sidewalk Gap
Closure Project. The
City is actively seeking
funding with the CMA
for future
maintenance and
safety enhancements
to the circulation
Action CI 1b: Ensure that future development provides roadway improvements consistent with the Circulation Diagram and implement the roadway improvements identified in the Traffic Impact Fee Study to improve the safety and efficiency of the current circulation system, and to support buildout of the General Plan.
• Install a traffic signal on Madrone Avenue at the intersection of Gravenstein Highway, establishing the north leg as the primary roadway connection to Derby Lane and Locust Avenue.
• Eliminate the current skewed intersection at Gravenstein Highway/Derby Lane. • Realign the eastern portion of Derby Lane so that it extends as an east-west collector street to Alder Avenue.

Public Works/
Engineering,
Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. Current
development projects
are required to
implement their fair
share of General Plan
(GP) Circulation
improvements
through construction
or in-lieu payments.
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Action Responsible
Department
Priority/
Timing Status
• Construct a new north-south collector street in the western portion of the City, intersecting Gravenstein Highway approximately midway between Locust Avenue and Alder Avenue.

Extend the street northward to Helman Lane and southward to intersect with an extension of Isabel Drive as warranted by future development.
• Install a traffic signal on the new north-south collector street at the intersection of Gravenstein Highway.
• Eliminate the intersection at Gravenstein Highway/Alder Avenue once a connection between Alder Avenue and the new north-south collector street is established. • Construct a minor realignment of West Cotati Avenue to intersect Gravenstein Highway at an improved angle, and install a traffic signal at the intersection. • Restrict direct access between private parcels and Gravenstein Highway once alternative access is established (i.e., parallel roadways and new intersections as described above). • Add a southbound right turn pocket on Redwood Drive at the Gravenstein Highway intersection (improvement is only needed with buildout to Sphere of Influence). • Widen Helman Avenue to include a center turn lane in areas with abutting Commercial and/or Industrial uses.
• Eliminate the northbound left turn pocket at Old Redwood Highway/Commerce Avenue/US 101 North Onramp and convert to a through lane.
• Eliminate the southbound left turn movement at Gravenstein Highway/Old Redwood Highway (modification is only needed with buildout to Sphere of Influence). • Install a traffic signal at Old Redwood Highway/William Street-George Street. • Reassign lanes at the Old Redwood Highway/East Cotati Avenue-West Sierra Avenue intersection to better serve traffic demands. One possible modification includes restriping the southbound approach to include dual left turn lanes and a combined through-right turn lane; restriping the westbound approach to include separate through and right turn lanes; The City has prepared
35% of the design for
the Highway 116
Corridor Safety
Project, consisting of a
new roundabout at W
Cotati Ave, providing a
bike/ped crossing on
Hwy 116, and a Class 1
Pathway along Hwy
116. The city is
pursuing State,
Federal, and developer
funding as well.

The City is working
with neighboring
Rohnert Park to
identify how traffic
mitigation funds that
are collected from
new development in
Rohnert Park is to be
spent.
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Action Responsible
Department
Priority/
Timing Status
restriping East Cotati Avenue to include dual eastbound through lanes through the La Plaza intersection before merging to a single lane, and eliminating the westbound left turn lane and movements (except buses).
• Install a traffic signal at East Cotati Avenue/Charles Street. • Install a traffic signal at East Cotati Avenue/Lasalle Avenue. • Install a traffic signal at East Cotati Avenue/Santero Way and add a northbound right turn pocket.
• Install all-way stop-controls at the intersection of West Sierra Avenue/US 101 South OnrampWest School Street.

Action CI 1c: Work collaboratively with Caltrans and the County of Sonoma to identify funding sources and complete the following improvements, or improvements of comparable effectiveness, on roadways owned by these agencies within and near the City of Cotati. • Reconstruct Gravenstein Highway between Madrone Avenue and Redwood Drive to include sidewalks, bicycle lanes, two vehicle travel lanes in each direction, and left turn pockets. • Widen Gravenstein Highway to include two travel lanes in each direction between Madrone Avenue and a point approximately 500 feet to the west of Madrone Avenue (improvement is only needed with buildout to Sphere of Influence).
• Widen Gravenstein Highway to include three eastbound lanes between a point just west of Redwood Drive and the US 101 South Ramps intersection.
• Add a right turn lane on the US 101 Southbound off-ramp at Gravenstein Highway (improvement is only needed with buildout to Sphere of Influence). • Implement coordinated signal timing along the Gravenstein Highway corridor between Old Redwood Highway and Madrone Avenue.
• Upgrade the U.S. 101 freeway interchange at Railroad Avenue to a full diamond interchange. • Complete capacity improvements on Railroad Avenue between Petaluma Hill Road and U.S. 101.

Public Works/
Engineering
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Current development
projects are required
to implement their
fair share of GP
Circulation
improvements
through construction
or in-lieu payments.

Completed 35%
design for Hwy 116
Corridor Safety Project
and seeking State,
Federal, and
Developer funding.
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Action Responsible
Department
Priority/
Timing Status
Action CI 1d: Coordinate with Caltrans to determine the feasibility of constructing new freeway ramps to and from U.S. 101 at existing interchanges in the City of Cotati. • Add new freeway on- and off-ramps between West Sierra Avenue and U.S. 101. • Relocate the U.S. 101 North on-ramp at the Gravenstein Highway interchange, creating a standard diamond interchange configuration.

Public Works/
Engineering
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

Not yet started
Action CI 1e: As part of the development review and planning process, review general plan amendments, zone change requests, specific plans, and development projects to ensure that adequate circulation improvements are included, that the project addresses its proportional-share of impacts to the City’s circulation network, and that the project provides for complete streets to the extent feasible.

Public Works/
Engineering,
Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. Current
development projects
are required to
implement their fair
share of GP
Circulation
improvements
through construction
or in-lieu payments.

The City’s LRSP
includes complete
street elements.

Woonerf standards for
multifamily
development
completed in 2022
and new projects are
subject to Woonerf
standards starting in
2023.

Action CI 1f: Update the City’s Capital Improvement Program (CIP) to include, as appropriate, the roadway improvements necessary to support buildout of the General Plan.

Public Works/
Engineering
A Complete
In progress
Comments:
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Action Responsible
Department
Priority/
Timing Status
Ongoing. The City
prepares annual and
multi-year CIPs as part
of its annual budget
process.

Action CI 1g: Routinely monitor the performance of the circulation network, optimizing traffic signals and utilizing Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) measures where beneficial to maximize efficiency of the existing network on a regular basis.

Public Works/
Engineering
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. The City has
an annual traffic signal
maintenance contract.

In 2023, City installed
new traffic controllers
along the Old
Redwood Hwy and E
Cotati Ave. The
controllers
communicate with
one another to
improve traffic flow. A
project has been
scoped to centralize
control/operation of
traffic signals at City
Hall for installation in
Summer/Fall of 2025.

Action CI 1h: Monitor ongoing efforts to establish multimodal level of service methodologies and assess whether a multimodal level of service is appropriate for application in Cotati. One set of methodologies for analyzing multimodal level of service is contained in the 2010 Highway Capacity Manual (Transportation Research Board).

Public Works/
Engineering,
Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. The City
prepared and adopted
an Active 214 of 335

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Action Responsible
Department
Priority/
Timing Status
Transportation Plan in
2025 and includes
bicycle and pedestrian
improvements to be
stand alone and
included in City street
paving projects. The
City works with
SMART to ensure
customer safety to
and from the station
and is working on first
and last mile
solutions.

Action CI 1i: Once the City deems a multimodal LOS methodology to be suitable for application in Cotati, the LOS standards described in Policy 1.3 shall be amended to include quantitative evaluation of pedestrian, bicycle, and transit modes where deemed applicable.

Public Works/
Engineering,
Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. The City
participates in the
SCTA TAC meetings
where LOS and VMT
analysis tools are
being developed.

The adopted ATP
includes multiple
multi-modal projects
to increase
walkability, bikeability and evaluate all
forms of multi-modal
transportation, both
locally and regionally.

Action CI 1j: Monitor collision reports on an annual basis. Prioritize locations with high collision rates for safety improvements. Through the use of available City funds or grants, apply techniques such as Public Works/
Engineering,
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Action Responsible
Department
Priority/
Timing Status
installation of traffic control or warning devices, implementation of traffic calming, geometric modifications, increased enforcement, etc., to improve safety.

Police
Department
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. LRSP
includes a list of
recommended
projects. The Police
Department sends
collision reports to
Engineering. These
reports, citizen
complaints, and the
recommendations of
the LRSP are used to
identify and install
safety improvements
City-wide. In 2024-
2025, high visibility XWalks were installed
across W Sierra Ave at
La Plaza and across
Benson Lane at the
Laguna trail and speed
cushions were
installed on Benson
Lane. The Police
Department continues
to liaison with Public
Works, Community
Development, and
associated
stakeholders and
agencies in the
continuous
monitoring and
evaluation of collision
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TABLE 11-1: General Plan Implementation
Action Responsible
Department
Priority/
Timing Status
traffic areas
throughout the city.

The Police
Department
has sought and been
awarded grants with
the Department of
Transportation and
California Highway
Patrol for the
education, prevention,
and enforcement of
laws related to traffic
safety. The
Department was
awarded a recent
Cannabis Tax Grant to
help with impaired
driving enforcement,
training, and
equipment. Every
officer is a traffic
officer and conducts
routine and targeted
traffic enforcement
projects, saturation
education, and
enforcement activities
in problem areas.

Action CI 1k: Monitor residential streets as needed to ensure that traffic volumes do not exceed a maximum of 1,500 to 2,000 vehicles per day on improved streets (those with curb, gutter, sidewalk, and well-conditioned pavement), and a maximum of 1,000 to 1,500 vehicles per day on streets which are more rural in nature (typified by poorly-conditioned pavement and the absence of pedestrian walkways). If traffic volumes exceed these criteria, the City shall consider implementing traffic calming measures to reduce through traffic volumes.

Public Works/
Engineering
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Ongoing. The City
periodically completes
engineering speed
surveys to set radar 217 of 335

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Action Responsible
Department
Priority/
Timing Status
enforced speed limits.

With passage of SB43,
the City has expanded
tools to regulate
speed limits.

Action CI 1l: Require developers to design local roadways (i.e., streets other than arterials and collectors) for speeds of 25 miles per hour or less.

Public Works/
Engineering
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Fire Dept. access and
emergency circulation,
plus laws about how
speeds are set, impact
feasibility of this
action. Pedestrian
features and traffic
calming measures are
identified in the Vision
Zero Plan (VZ) and
LRSP. Woonerf
standards for
multifamily
development
completed in 2022.

Action CI 1m: Review plans for new or modified intersections to ensure that lane configurations are limited where possible to provide for moderate speeds and pedestrian and cyclist safety, and that curb extensions are installed where appropriate to reduce driving speeds and shorten pedestrian crossing distances.

Public Works/
Engineering
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. City street
paving projects
incorporate
recommendations
from the ATP and
LRSP.

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multifamily
development 218 of 335

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Action Responsible
Department
Priority/
Timing Status
completed in 2022.

The City completed
35% of the design for
the Hwy 116/W Cotati
Ave intersection which
includes bike/ped
safety features in
2025. Curb Extensions
installed at W School
and Maple Ave for
improving safety for
school children and
neighborhood
walkers.

Action CI 1n: Prepare an Impact Fee Study to support an updated development impact fee that requires new development to pay its proportional share of circulation improvements, including but not limited to the improvements shown on Figure CI 1, identified as actions in this section, and/or identified in the General Plan Environmental Impact Report or the Traffic Impact Fee Study, as well as pedestrian and bicycle facilities such as those included in the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan and those described in this Circulation Element.

Public Works/
Engineering,
Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

Traffic Impact fee in
place and payments
being made. The cost
estimates include Bike
and Ped safety
enhancement
features. Fees were
updated to meet
square footage basis
requirement in 2025.

Action CI 1o: Continue to maintain and routinely update a development impact fee program to fund Citywide transportation improvements.

Public Works/
Engineering,
Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. CPI increases
are made to fees
annually per direction
in their implementing
ordinances. Fees
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Action Responsible
Department
Priority/
Timing Status
were updated to meet
square footage basis
requirement in 2025.

Comments regarding
regional impact
mitigation made on
Rohnert Park General
Plan Update EIR in
early 2026.

Action CI 1p: In coordination with Caltrans, establish an impact fee that allows future development along the State-owned portion of Gravenstein Highway to contribute a proportional-share of the funding for future circulation improvements within Cotati on this corridor.

Public Works/
Engineering,
Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

Current Traffic Impact
Fee anticipates
improvements on
Gravenstein Highway.

City coordinating Hwy
116 safety
improvement project
and designs with
CalTrans to benefit
adjacent development
throughout 2025.

Action CI 1q: As part of the development review process, require new development to mitigate circulation impacts by making improvements to the motorized and non-motorized circulation networks as necessary, and in a fair manner with an established nexus between the level of impact and required improvements and/or contributions.

Public Works/
Engineering,
Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. Current
development projects
are required to
implement their fair
share of GP and ATP
Circulation
improvements
through construction
or in-lieu payments. 220 of 335

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TABLE 11-1: General Plan Implementation
Action Responsible
Department
Priority/
Timing Status
Woonerf standards for
multifamily
development
completed in 2022
and new projects
include review of
Woonerf standards in
2023.

Action CI 1r: As part of the development review process, ensure that new development facilitates walking, biking, and transit modes; incorporates streets that are designed to maintain safe and efficient traffic flow; constructs or (if deemed appropriate by the City Engineer) contributes funds toward construction of off-site improvements necessary to mitigate traffic impacts; provides adequate emergency vehicle access; and pays development impact fees that contribute to cumulative circulation improvements.

Public Works/
Engineering,
Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. Current
development projects
are required to
implement their fair
share of GP
Circulation
improvements
through construction
or in-lieu payments.

VZ, ATP, and LRSP
include measures to
address this action.

Post-2017 Fire
projects over 50 units
must have designated
evacuation routes and
CD and Fire District
collaborate on
implementation.

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multifamily
development
completed in 2022
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Action Responsible
Department
Priority/
Timing Status
include review for
applicability of
Woonerf standards in
2023.

Action CI 1s: Study mechanisms to require new development to privately fund maintenance of local roads (not including collector or arterial streets) through special assessment districts or similar mechanisms to determine whether such an approach would be appropriate for Cotati. The study should evaluate issues including (but not limited to):
• voter support;
• mechanisms for adjusting assessment fees over time;
• risks associated with future default of fee payments; • responsibilities associated with the maintenance of public utilities; • equity concerning drivers that use these streets but are not subject to the fee; and • ability to enforce the California Vehicle Code on affected streets.

Public Works/
Engineering
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. Community
Facilities District (CFD)
was established in
2017 and Santero
Way, Kessing Ranch,
and Jamie Lane
developments have
been annexed into it.

New developments
join CFD as they are
built and thus
contribute to
maintenance of roads.

Kessing Ranch added
an assessment for
bond payments to its
property tax
assessment. In 2025
the City updated the
impact fees to meet
the requirements of
AB 602 ensuring
adaquate nexus and
proportionality of fees
charged.

Action CI 1t: Maintain, and update as necessary, a list of designated truck routes in the Municipal Code.

Public Works/
Engineering
Ongoing Complete
In progress
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Action Responsible
Department
Priority/
Timing Status
Comments:

Truck routes were
established in 2015
and enforcement is
ongoing. The
Ordinance to keep
trucks out of
Downtown allows
Police to issue
citations associated
with fines and
warnings to trucks
using Downtown
streets. New signage
has been added
designating truck
routes.

Action CI 2a: As part of the development process, review development applications to ensure compliance with the City’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan.

Public Works/
Engineering,
Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. New
developments are
conditioned to include
Capital projects
identified in the Active
Transportation Plan.

Woonerf standards for
multifamily
development
completed in 2022,
and projects subject
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Action Responsible
Department
Priority/
Timing Status
will provide bicycle
and pedestrian
facilities in applicable
new developments. In
2024 the City updated
the Active
Transportation Plan
(ATP) to ensure all
elements of the
planned multi-modal
transportation
network are up to
date and provide both
local and regional
connections.

Action CI 2b: Review traffic signal timing plans to ensure adequate crossing times for all users at signalized intersections.

Public Works/
Engineering
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. Ensuring
adequate crossing
times and upgrading
controllers are an
ongoing Public Works
function. In 2026, City
has scoped a project
to centralize traffic
signal controls to City
Hall. Updated traffic
controllers, installed
in 2023, can also
communicate with
one another to
improve traffic flow
and safety.
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TABLE 11-1: General Plan Implementation
Action Responsible
Department
Priority/
Timing Status
Action CI 2c: Review all transportation improvements to ensure installation in accordance with current accessibility standards.

Public Works/
Engineering
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. ADA ramp
upgrades are
included in the
street paving
projects and the
annual Citywide
bike and
pedestrian
safety Capital
Project.

Sidewalk repair
program has an
annual sidewalk
shaving to
maintain
accessibility of
sidewalks. City
was awarded a
SS4A grant in
2024 to prepare
a SelfEvaluation and
ADA Transition
Plan.

Consultants
selection and
award expected
in early 2026.

Plan
preparation in
2026 and 2027.
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TABLE 11-1: General Plan Implementation
Action Responsible
Department
Priority/
Timing Status
Policy CI 2d: Regularly review transportation corridors to identify barriers encountered by persons with disabilities, including locations where there are not ADA-compliant curb cuts and ramps, and address such obstacles in the Capital Improvement Program, to the extent that funding for such activities is available.

Public Works/
Engineering
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. ADA SelfEvaluation and ADA
Transition Plan to be
completed in 2026
and 2027 with a SS4A
grant. ADA ramp
upgrades are
completed with street
paving projects. 12
upgraded curb ramps
were installed during
2022 as part of street
preservation project.

Action CI 2e: Review all plans for sidewalk construction to ensure that the sidewalk circumvents existing trees of a size subject to Municipal Code Chapter 17.54, Tree Preservation and Protection, where appropriate and feasible.

Public Works/
Engineering
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. 8150 La
Plaza sidewalk
circumvention of oak
tree completed in
2022 and Cotati
Village 2 multi-family
development project
approved in 2023
preserves oak trees in
property frontage.

Action CI 2f: Develop a rural roads standard to ensure that rural roads provide accommodations for pedestrians and bicyclists in a manner consistent with the goals of the Land Use Code.

Public Works/
Engineering,
Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

On-Going. A bike-ped
pathway was installed 226 of 335

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Action Responsible
Department
Priority/
Timing Status
along West School
Street and completed
an uninterrupted
school route pathway
from the School Street
tunnel to the end of
Richardson Lane. The
ATP was adopted in
2024, and identifies
bike-ped projects on
rural roads
Action CI 2g: Public Works shall include construction of bicycle and pathway facilities in the City’s Capital Improvement Program.

Public Works/
Engineering,
Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. Bike/Ped,
CIP, ATP, and LRSP
recommendations are
incorporated with
street pavement
projects. 2024 and
2025 paving projects
included adding class
2 and 3 bike lanes and
upgrades to curb
ramps. Class 2 bike
lanes and ped
crossings were
refreshed following
paving on Old
Redwood Hwy north
of William Street and
E. Cotati Avenue from
ORH to Baytree Ct.
with green bike lane
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Action Responsible
Department
Priority/
Timing Status
ORH intersection. The
pathway along Water
Road was repaved and
striped.

Action CI 2h: Public Works shall ensure that bicycle loop detectors at traffic signals are clearly identified with stencils, if in-ground loops are used for detection.

Public Works/
Engineering
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. Stencils are
in place for most
intersections. The City
is moving away from
in-ground equipment;
video detectors also
work with stencils.

Action CI 2i: As funding becomes available, the City should encourage Sonoma County Transit to provide more frequent headways, extend service hours, and serve a greater portion of the City. The City would review and renew the contract as necessary.
• Bus headways of 30 minutes or less are desirable on routes serving Old Redwood Highway and East Cotati Avenue.
• Local bus service operating until 10 PM would be desirable. • New or modified routes that serve the southern and western portions of Cotati should be prioritized.

Public Works/
Engineering
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

On hold until bus
service reaches preCovid levels.

Action CI 2j: Compile a list of bus stops with inadequate lighting, and through the Capital Improvement Program, install street lights at those stops as funding is available.

Public Works/
Engineering
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. Older bus
stops need evaluation.

Action CI 2k: Study the feasibility of establishing a public or private shuttle system to serve the SMART commuter rail station, strengthening ties to the Hub as well as major employers and schools in and surrounding Cotati.

Public Works/
Engineering, City
Manager
B Complete
In progress
Comments:

The city continues to
work with SCTCA to 228 of 335

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install and maintain a
regional bike sharing
program called
Redwood Bikeshare
with Cotati locations
at La Plaza, SMART
station, and E Cotati
Ave & Lasalle Ave. The
city is not currently in
discussion with
SMART to explore a
potential shuttle
program. Currently, a
shuttle service isn't
financially feasible
Action CI 2l: Identify potential bicycle and pedestrian connections from East Cotati Avenue and School Street locations east of US 101 to Thomas Page Elementary School. Along rural streets, determine the feasibility of developing a bicycle/pedestrian path along one side of the road.

Public Works/
Engineering
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. The Sidewalk
Gap Closure Project,
completed in 2025,
installed the
remaining sections of
a continuous pathway
from the School Street
tunnel to Thomas
Page School. These
improvements
complement
improvements
completed in 2024
(Downtown Safety
and Connectivity
Project), and the
street preservation 229 of 335

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Priority/
Timing Status
projects, which
collectively have
added a buffered bike
lane and crosswalks
on W. Sierra Ave and
Class II Bike lanes on
E. Cotati Ave
Action CI 2m: As part of the development review process, ensure that new development projects, particularly those along potential Safe Routes to School shown on Figure CI-2, provide bicycle and pedestrian improvements to facilitate the implementation of a Safe Routes to School plan for Thomas Page Elementary School.

Public Works/
Engineering,
Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

The W School Street
pathway was included
in the City’s Sidewalk
Gap Closure project,
creating a pedestrian
route Thomas Page
Academy from the
School St tunnel. The
project was
completed in 2024-25
completing the
pathway from the
tunnel to the end of
Richardson Lane.

Action CI 2n: Coordinate with the Cotati-Rohnert Park Unified School District, City of Rohnert Park, Sonoma County Transportation Authority, Sonoma County Department of Public Health, and the Sonoma County Bicycle Coalition to fund and initiate development of a Safe Routes to School Program.

Public Works/
Engineering
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

The City will support
Sonoma County
Bicycle Coalition if an
effort is started to
develop a safe routes
to school program
(SR2S) and the City 230 of 335

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Action Responsible
Department
Priority/
Timing Status
will continue to look
for SR2S funding
opportunities. SoCo
Bike Coalition is
regularly consulted for
any significant active
transportation
planning effort in
Cotati.

Action CI 2o: Once adopted, routinely review and update the Safe Routes to School plan, to reflect the current circulation infrastructure, student travel patterns, identified hazards, and school characteristics.

Public Works/
Engineering
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

SR2S Plan has not
been developed.

Action CI 3a: Supply transportation data to the RCPA as requested to assist in the assessment of GHG reduction efforts.

Public Works/
Engineering
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. The City
provides
transportation data to
RCPA as available and
regularly coordinates
with SCTCA staff
regarding regional
traffic modeling and
GHG impact analysis.

Action CI 3b: Establish specific TDM requirements for projects and consider making requirements sectorbased (e.g., residential, commercial, industrial). Public Works/ Engineering,
Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

VMT standards
adopted in 2020. SCTA
has developed a VMT
calculator for
satisfying CEQA 231 of 335

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Priority/
Timing Status
impact analysis
requirements.

Action CI 4a: Work with the SCTA, County of Sonoma, and City of Rohnert Park to develop a system that allows for the collection of regional transportation impact fees and/or a mechanism to collect and fund transportation mitigations between jurisdictions.

Public Works/
Engineering
B Complete
In progress
Comments:

RTIF in place through
SCTA. City has
coordinated with RP
for use of
development TIPs
from their University
District and SoMo
Village projects. A fee
agreement is being
drafted for
consideration by both
agencies. CD staff
provided comments
on this issue to RP
planning staff
managing the RP
General Plan Update
to ensure on-going
regional impacts are
adequately analyzed
and mitigated.

Action CI 5a: Continue to work with downtown property owners to facilitate the creation of parking assessment districts.

Public Works/
Engineering,
Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Not started. However,
a requirement for
Parking Management
Plans for multifamily
and mixed-use 232 of 335

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Action Responsible
Department
Priority/
Timing Status
development was
instituted with the
TOC ordinance
adopted by the City
Council on Jan. 13,
2026.

Action CI 5b: Require either the development of an assessment district or the preservation of the site for the future formation of an assessment district when reviewing all Hub-related development proposals.

Public Works/
Engineering,
Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

On-going. There is an
assessment on
Downtown Specific
Plan (DTSP) properties
to recover the costs of
preparing and
updating the DTSP. In
addition, new
development projects
are conditioned to join
the Landscape and
Lighting Assessment
District and/or the
Community Facilities
Assessment District as
they develop or redevelop.

Action CI 5c: Review parking best practices employed in other jurisdictions, as well as parking utilization within Cotati itself, and if appropriate, incorporate revised parking requirements into the Municipal Code.

Public Works/
Engineering,
Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. Various state
laws including density
bonus, SB 35, and SB
330 have preempted
local parking 233 of 335

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Priority/
Timing Status
requirements,
especially for housing.

Santero Way has COA
to develop a parking
management plan. In
2023, the City
adopted an ordinance
to update the DTSP
which incorporates
State-mandated
parking requirements.

In 2024, the City
adopted an ordinance
to reduce multifamily
parking requirements
to the level of the
State Density Bonus
standards and remove
the requirement for
covered parking
spaces for all types of
development. Also
during 2024 the City
developed an update
to the Santero Way
Plan, which
establishes a zero
parking minimum for
new development
within the SWSP, and
parking maximums for
both residential and
commercial
development. Lastly, a
requirement for
Parking Management 234 of 335

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Department
Priority/
Timing Status
Plans for multifamily
and mixed-use
development was
instituted with the
TOC ordinance
adopted by the City
Council on Jan. 13,
2026.

Action CI 5d: Study the potential for a parking permit system and reduced parking requirements to be implemented in transit-oriented areas surrounding the Hub and Cotati SMART station.

Public Works/
Engineering,
Community
Development
B Complete
In progress
Comments:

Study completed. In
2013 the City
supported a parking
management system
for Santero Way, and
in 2016 the Cotati
Station Apts was
conditioned to lead
the implementation of
that system. The 2019
extension of Cotati
Station entitlements
carried that through.

State laws regarding
parking near transit
impact this action. In
2024 the City
developed an update
to the Santero Way
Plan, which
implements TOD
policy in requiring no
parking minimums
and establishing 235 of 335

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Priority/
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parking maximums.

These changes were
formalized into CMC
zoning standards with
the adoption of the
TOC Rezoning
Ordinance on Jan. 13,
2026.

Action CI 5e: During the development review process, require commercial, multi-family residential, mixeduse, and other projects that may result in parking impacts to submit parking studies to ensure that adequate parking is provided.

Public Works/
Engineering,
Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments
Ongoing
Action CI 5f: If deemed necessary by the City, use parking management techniques (such as residential parking permits) to limit spillover parking impacts in residential neighborhoods.

Public Works/
Engineering
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing
Action CHW-1a: Develop and implement a plan to re-establish the City’s Parks and Recreation Department. City Manager, City Council
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

Completed.

Action CHW-1b: Develop and connect with existing programs to foster collaboration between local health agencies/officials and City staff and elected officials.

City Manager,
Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. Community
Development staff
regularly engages with
County Health
Department staff on
development and
housing projects, as
well as restaurants,
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Department
Priority/
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businesses. The city
also has been
engaging with the
Health Department
throughout 2025 on
potential tobacco
retail licensing and
impacts associated
with other “vice”
related products (such
as NOx and Kratom).

Action CHW-1c: Develop or obtain a list of best practices related to promoting healthy communities. Community Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

The city staff
developed resources
for the community
related sustainability
including a “climate
and sustainability
webpage”, bi-monthly
newsletter and
planning for the
second annual Climate
Ready Cotati Fair to be
held in Spring of 2026.

Further, the staff has
created a free
sustainability
workshop series in
collaboration with the
City of Rohnert Park to
inspire sustainability
practices in
community. This is 237 of 335

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Priority/
Timing Status
held every month
from February to
October of 2026. The
City also has been
engaging with the
Health Department
throughout 2025 on
potential tobacco
retail licensing and
impacts associated
with other “vice”
related products (such
as NOx and Kratom).

Action CHW-1d: Collaborate with the Sonoma County Departments of Health Services and Human Services to track community health information systematically and in ways appropriate for use in decisions about the built environment.

City Manager,
Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. City staff
regularly engages with
County Health Dept
staff.

Action CHW-1e: Collaborate with the Sonoma County Department of Health Services, experts and nonprofits to develop and implement training programs for elected officials, commissions, and City staff to build capacity for implementing the Community Health and Wellness Element. Training programs may also be developed for community leaders and organizations to advocate for healthy communities over the life of this General Plan and beyond.

City Manager,
Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Not started. The City
collaborated with the
City of Rohnert Park
and the regional
library to co-host a
Housing Fair to
connect residents with
nonprofit housing
resources in
September 2025. New
programs initiated in 238 of 335

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Priority/
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2024 that promote
healthy communities
include adoption of
the Active
Transportation Plan;
development of the
resources for the
community related to
sustainability and
climate change,
including a webpage,
bi-monthly
newsletter, and
planning for the City’s
first Climate Ready
Cotati Fair to be held
in Spring 2025; and
the launch of the
Redwood Bikeshare
program.

Action CHW-1f: Work with the Sonoma County Department of Health Services and community stakeholders to identify creative ways to promote healthy lifestyle choices. Explore strategies that effectively target special needs of underserved communities such as youths, seniors and low-income households. Outreach materials may include newsletters, a website, postcards and radio or television announcements.

City Manager,
Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. The City
continues to support
and seek
opportunities to
expand the programs
of the licensees at
Veronda-Falletti
Ranch that facilitate
community access to
food- and farmingrelated programs. The
City works with REFB 239 of 335

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Action Responsible
Department
Priority/
Timing Status
to provide free
lunches for youth
during summer break,
as well as food for
seniors. DHS and
other service agencies
table at community
events. The Farmer’s
Market offers Market
Match program
through CalFresh, in
coordination with the
City. The City offers
free or reduced cost
recreation enrollment
for low income
residents. City website
includes many
resources and links to
service providers. As
part of the potential
tobacco retail
licensing discussion,
the City is also
discussing strategies
to minimize access of
these products and
other potentially
harmful lifestyle
replated products (for
example NOx and
Kratom) to minors.

Action CHW-1g: Consider adoption of a Second-Hand Smoke Ordinance and/or other regulations that would reduce exposure to tobacco smoke. These regulations may addresslimitations on smoking in public places (e.g., entryways to buildings and outdoor dining areas); at public events; and in multi-unit housing, including common areas and residential units. The ordinance may also include provisions to provide City Manager,
Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments: 240 of 335

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Action Responsible
Department
Priority/
Timing Status
greater oversight regarding tobacco sales and availability to minors, including a tobacco retail licensing fee that would allow more stringent oversight and enforcement of tobacco sales to minors, and limitations on tobacco sales near sensitive areas such as schools and parks.

Smoking ordinance
adopted Fall 2015.

Action CHW-1h: Continue to require that all new or transferred Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) licensees and their employees participate in Responsible Beverage Service training, to promote public health and safety by reducing incidence of sales/service to minors and sales/service to obviously intoxicated persons.

Community
Development,
Police
Department
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. The Police
Department educates
and enforces
applicable criminal
laws related to alcohol
consumption at
businesses. As was the
case in 2024, the
Police
Department continue
d to place a special
emphasis on DUI
prevention and
enforcement
throughout the year,
culminating again in
some of the
highest DUI and
substance/impaired
driving investigation
and arrest rates in the
department’s history.

The Community
Development
Department
coordinates with ABC
on all alcohol related
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Department
Priority/
Timing Status
businesses and
licenses.

Action CHW-2a: Consider the feasibility of developing a medical services providers attraction and retention program to increase the number of medical and health services providers within the City.

City Manager,
Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

DTSP update
ordinance was
updated in 2023 and
included land use
streamlining elements
for medical and health
services providers to
allow doctors’ offices
in all areas of the DSP
and clinic, urgent care
land uses in the
Commerce Avenue
District. Additional
flexibility under
consideration would
allow clinic/urgent
care land use in the
Northern Gateway
and Commercial, East
Cotati Corridor zoning
districts. The 2026
Economic
Development effort
will seek opportunities
to expand land use
allowances for
medical related
businesses to operate
in Cotati.
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Action Responsible
Department
Priority/
Timing Status
Action CHW-2b: Provide resources at City Hall and on the City website regarding the location and contact information of health care providers serving the City, including mental health and substance abuse programs, oral health services, mobile services, access to such providers, and available free and low-cost health care programs. Information on the website may include a community health or similar page that provides links to Sonoma County 211, Healthy Sonoma, Health Action, and other community health resources.

City Manager,
Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. Links on City
website for services,
resources, and partner
agencies and flyers on
display in City Hall.

Community
Development
conducted overhaul of
the housing and social
services pages of the
City’s website,
improving the
accessibility of
resources for the
public SAFE Program
links people in need
directly with
resources. City
promotes the new
24/7 helpline for
mental health
services. Additionally,
the city has flyers at
City Hall and a
webpage for the
Keeping People
Housed Program led
by the Commission on
the Shelter less.

Action CHW-2c: Collaborate with transit service providers to adequately serve people who are transitdependent by improving connections to regional medical facilities that serve Cotati residents and businesses.

Community
Development,
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments: 243 of 335

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Action Responsible
Department
Priority/
Timing Status
Public Works/
Engineering
Not started.

Action CHW-2d: Support efforts by local community health agencies and organizations to provide annual training to Cotati residents and City staff for basic first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation skills.

City Manager,
Police
Department
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. Police
Officers receive
mandated routine
CPR/first aid training,
as well as Narcan
training for
opioid/fentanyl
overdoses.

Action CHW-3a: Encourage the Sonoma County Human Services Department to continue its efforts working with stores to increase acceptance of food assistance programs such as CalFresh EBT cards and WIC (Women, Infants and Children) in order to increase food security for all Cotati residents.

City Manager,
Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. Olivers and
Farmers Market
accept CalFresh.

Action CHW-3b: Encourage the Sonoma County Departments of Human Services and Health Services, the Sonoma County Food System Alliance, and community-based organizations to provide information and educational outreach to Cotati residents about healthy food choices, including the Sonoma County CalFresh program and other food programs, to ensure that all City residents have information and access to resources on healthier eating and access to nutritious foods.

City Manager,
Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. The City’s
licensees promote
healthy eating and
garden education at
Veronda Falletti
Ranch. The City is
working with
community partners
to promote the rules
regarding Urban
Agriculture that were
adopted in late 2022. 244 of 335

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Action Responsible
Department
Priority/
Timing Status
CalFresh flyers are
given out at events
and resources are
available on City
webpage. The city has
also recently started a
farm box CSA program
to provide fresh farm
products to
community members.

Action CHW-3c: In collaboration with the Sonoma County Department of Health Services and community organizations, develop and implement a program to encourage new and existing convenience stores, supermarkets, liquor stores and neighborhood and ethnic markets to stock a variety of good quality healthy food (including fresh, frozen and canned fruits and vegetables), market and promote healthy food options, follow responsible alcohol and tobacco marketing and sale practices, participate in food assistance program, help create a safe and inviting environment around their stores, and, when possible, secure and promote “local” food produced in Sonoma County.

City Manager,
Community
Development
B Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. Use Permit
for ABC 707 Highway
Convenience Store in
2023 included
requirement for food
sales, this is still in
place for 2025 and the
store has opened as
the “Cozy Market”.

Action CHW-3d: Work with the Sonoma County Food System Alliance, Health Action, and non-profits, community groups and regulatory agencies to explore the potential for creating, expanding and sustaining local urban agriculture, including community gardens, and orchards. The work effort should explore the feasibility of implementing the following strategies:
• Promoting urban agriculture as a desirable civic activity that improves the quality of urban life, food security, neighborhood safety and environmental stewardship; • Supporting the development of appropriate agriculture in residential, industrial, business, and open space zones;
City Manager,
Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

Urban Agriculture
Ordinance passed in
2022 to promote local
food production. The
City continues to
support its licensees
for community and
youth agricultural and
education programs, 245 of 335

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Action Responsible
Department
Priority/
Timing Status
• Support farm to institution (such as schools, hospitals, nursing homes, daycare centers) and businesses (such as restaurants and food outlets), while creating economic opportunities for urban growers and related industries;
• Support efforts of local gardening organizations to promote the development and expansion of family and community gardens as well as edible landscaping; • Encourage and promote local garden food exchanges and local food cooperatives; and • Work with representatives of local farming organizations to meet needs unique to urban farm enterprises.
and a demonstration
farm at VerondaFalletti Ranch. A
community garden is a
future potential use at
Veronda-Falletti. A
Food Based Business
Ordinance was
initiated in 2025 and
will proceed to
adoption in 2026.

Expansion of Urban
Agriculture elements
are planned for
inclusion in this
ordinance.

Action CHW-3e: Encourage schools that serve the City to develop school gardens and to develop protocols to facilitate the streamlined development of school gardens from year to year.

City Manager,
Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

School gardens are
allowed by Code. The
City engages with preschools and youth for
garden education
programs through
Sandy Loam at
Veronda-Falletti
Ranch.

Action CHW-3f: Coordinate with the Chamber of Commerce to increase public awareness that the local farmer’s market accepts Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, formerly Food Stamps) payments for qualified food purchases.

City Manager,
Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing
Action CSF 1a: Periodically review and update the various Master Plans for the provision and/or extension of public services. These plans can include the Water Master Plan, the Sanitary Sewer Master Plan, and Public Works/
Engineering,
Ongoing Complete
In progress 246 of 335

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Action Responsible
Department
Priority/
Timing Status
the City’s Capital Improvement Plan. Cost estimates for improvements identified within each respective plan will be used as a basis for establishing and periodically updating development fees. As part of the next update for each of these plans, the update shall include a more streamlined process to facilitate smaller development projects. This process may involve an equivalent dwelling unit (EDU)-type fee and accompanying study to determine EDU allocations.

Community
Development
Comments:

Current practice.

Master plans are in
place and are the
basis for the impact
fees. Addendums to
Master Plans are
prepared as part of
capacity studies
required of new
subdivisions.

Action CSF 1b: As part of the development review process, evaluate the degree of impact a development will have on the City's infrastructure. The City Council shall ensure that appropriate impact fees and assessments are levied accordingly.

Public Works/
Engineering,
Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. Impact fees
are reviewed and
updated on a regular
basis to reflect
inflation and
applicability. Off-site
utility impact studies
are conditioned on
development to
identify the nexus to
master planned offsite infrastructure. In
2024, the City Council
expressed support for
a study to update
impact fees to a SF
basis. The City Council
adopted the updated
impact fees in
conformance with AB
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Action Responsible
Department
Priority/
Timing Status
602 on October 13,
2025.

Action CSF 1c: As part of the development review process, ensure that utilities associated with development and infrastructure projects will be constructed underground consistent with the requirements of Chapter 13.60.

Public Works/
Engineering,
Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. Projects are
conditioned to
underground utilities
as required by the
Municipal Code (MC).

Action CSF 1d: Provide assistance and support, when feasible, to residents, businesses, and new development areas to secure high-speed communications technologies in areas of the City not currently served by such infrastructure.

Community
Development,
Public Works/
Engineering
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

New technology and
State laws are
providing private
communications
companies with more
opportunities for cost
effective solutions for
providing high-speed
communications
within the City. The
City is looking at
revision on its MC and
engineering standards
to facilitate this
transition in the FY
2026-27 work plan.

Action CSF 2a: As part of the development review process, determine the potential impacts of development and infrastructure projects on the water system and ensure that new development Public Works/
Engineering,
Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments: 248 of 335

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Action Responsible
Department
Priority/
Timing Status
contributes its fair share toward necessary water infrastructure and supply. The City Engineer and Community Development Department shall be responsible for ensuring that the assessments are made.

Ongoing. The City
master plans and
impact fees ensure
future developments
pay their fair share.

New developments
are conditioned to
prepare water and
sewer capacity impact
studies.

Action CSF 2b: Achieve water use reductions through implementation of the Demand Management Measures (DMM) contained in the water supply assessment, Urban Water Management Plan, or other appropriate measures as applicable.

Public Works/
Engineering
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. The City has
a water conservation
program and is a
member of the
Sonoma Marin Saving
Water Partnership.

The Program offers
water use surveys and
rebates for high
efficiency toilets and
washing machines,
and for replacing grass
with low water use
landscaping. All
landscaping installed
as part of new
development is
required to be WELO
compliant.

Action CSF 2c: Develop mechanisms and infrastructure to deliver recycled water to City water users from the Santa Rosa Subregional Treatment and Reclamation System.

Public Works/
Engineering
A/B Complete
In progress
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Action Responsible
Department
Priority/
Timing Status
Comments:

On hold. Reduction in
potable use,
legislative
disincentives, and high
costs to extend the
Santa Rosa recycled
pipeline make this
infeasible. City is
monitoring changes in
these factors that
would make it
feasible. Additionally,
the City pays over 80%
of its sewer revenue
for wastewater
treatment and is
emphasizing
infrastructure renewal
and replacement
projects.

Action CSF 2d: Coordinate with the Sonoma County Water Agency, and continue to participate in planning efforts for the Santa Rosa Plain Groundwater Management Plan to ensure more reliable conjunctive groundwater use.

Public Works/
Engineering
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. The City is a
member agency and
has a Board seat on
the Santa Rosa Plain
Groundwater
Sustainability Agency
and conjunctive use is
identified in the GSA’s
Plan as one of the
tools for sustainable
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also participates on
the Sonoma Water
WAC, TAC, and
Operations
Subcommittees.

Contractors discuss
coordinating their
groundwater pumping
to make use of the
surface water while it
is plentiful. However,
significant continued
reduction in demands
are the main cause of
double digit rate
increases by Sonoma
Water which
complicates the
conjunctive use
efforts.

Action CSF 2e: Develop a public outreach and incentive program to expand and promote the use of recycled water once delivery infrastructure becomes available (this action may be in conjunction with the Conservation Guide discussed in the Conservation Element).

Public Works/
Engineering
A/B Complete
In progress
Comments:

Not started. Recycled
water is not feasible
for the foreseeable
future.
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Action CSF 2f: Through the planning process and the Conservation Guide discussed in the Conservation Element, the City shall implement its water waste and water conservation requirements established in Chapter 13.30 of the Municipal Code.

Public Works/
Engineering,
Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. The City has
a water conservation
program and water
and sewer rates that
incentivize
conservation. The
City’s Climate and
Sustainability
webpage and bimonthly e-newsletter
include resources for
water conservation by
residents.

Action CSF 2g: Update the City’s water waste and conservation strategy established in Chapter 13.30 of the Municipal Code to be consistent with current BMPs for water conservation, including measures identified by the Sonoma County Water Agency, Sonoma-Marin Water Saving Partnership, and California Urban Water Conservation Council. Ensure that the Conservation Guide (see Conservation Element) includes the mandatory and voluntary measures identified in Chapter 13.30.

Public Works/
Engineering
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

Chapter 13.30 is
effective for a small
community and is
being used for both
long-term
conservation and the
current drought with a
Stage 2, 20%
reduction. The
strategy
accommodates
further reductions if
called upon. Revisions
are needed to be
more consistent with 252 of 335

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the larger retailers,
however. For
example, the City’s
drought water states
only go to 30% and
larger agencies are
required to have
contingency plans
accounting for
reductions up to 50%.

As is required by
Senate Bill 552 (2021)
the City is submitting
quarterly drought
reports to the State
Board.

Action CSF 2h: Coordinate Cotati's sewage system with other affected municipalities (Santa Rosa, Rohnert Park, Sebastopol, and Sonoma County) to bring about more efficient and effective solutions for the affected region.

Public Works/
Engineering
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. As a
customer relying on
Santa Rosa for
wastewater
treatment, the City is
a member of and
participates in the
Subregional meetings.

At these meetings,
Santa Rosa shares its
operational and
maintenance and
capital planning and
the member agencies
have opportunity to
comment and 253 of 335

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annually make
recommendations on
the Subregional
Budget.

Action CSF 2i: Develop a program to reduce sewer usage. Continue to implement the low flow toilet retrofit program.

Public Works/
Engineering
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

The City’s rates
incentivize low water
use resulting in low
sewer usage. The City
has rebate programs
for high efficiency
toilets and washing
machines. Daily Acts
has installed
greywater systems
and provided
workshops.

Action CSF 2j: Continue to participate in the Santa Rosa Subregional Sewage System efforts to expand capacity and locate appropriate uses for the treated wastewater.

Public Works/
Engineering
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. As a
customer of the
Subregional System,
the City participates in
the Regional Technical
Advisory Committee.

With significant
reductions in water
use, system capacity is
no longer an issue and
efforts are focused on
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infrastructure. Santa
Rosa has begun
charging its recycled
agricultural users for
the water, which
recognizes its value as
a resource rather than
a waste to dispose of.

Action CSF 2k: The City Engineer shall monitor sewer capacity. The remaining sewer capacity shall be offered to serve the existing homes in newly annexed areas prior to the issuance of any new building permits.

Public Works/
Engineering,
Community
Development,
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Due to significant
reductions in indoor
water use, sewer
treatment capacity is
no longer a current
issue. The City’s
Wastewater Master
Plan does not
contemplate serving
areas outside the
current City limits. The
Master Plan update
could establish a
Study Area consistent
with the GP’s Urban
Growth Boundary and
evaluate sewer flows
generated by existing
and future
development in those
areas. Such a study is
ikely to coincide with
the next General Plan
Update. 255 of 335

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Action CSF 2l: Continue to monitor wastewater flow generation rates within the City’s service area and apply to the subregional partners for an incremental increase in wastewater flow allocation to meet projected demand prior to any exceedance of the City’s wastewater flow allocation under the Subregional Partnership.

Public Works/
Engineering
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Because of significant
and lasting water use
reductions over the
past two decades, the
City’s current regional
wastewater allocation
is sufficient for the
foreseeable future.

Staff will continue to
monitor flows against
its regional allocation.

Action CSF 2m: Coordinate with the Laguna Wastewater Treatment Plant to increase the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit capacity of the plant to meet projected 2035 demand for all sources of wastewater treated at the plant.

Public Works/
Engineering
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

Due to significant
water use reductions
over the past 20 years,
the plant’s capacity is
adequate for the
foreseeable future.

Action CSF 2n: Perform regular cleaning and inspection to help eliminate sanitary sewer overflows. Public Works/ Engineering
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. The City has
a map of Fats, Oil, and
Grease (FOG) Hot
Spots and routinely
cleans these sections.

In 2024, the City
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Asset Management
System, including
tracking maintenance
of these problem
areas. In 2025,
abandoned sewer
laterals in Charles
Street were
discovered to be the
likely cause of flow
constraints there and
a poorly installed
sewer lateral at 902 E
Cotati was replaced
which likely caused
flow problems at that
location.

Action CSF 2o: Continue to enforce the California Building Code and the California Fire Code to ensure that all construction implements fire-safe techniques, including fire resistant materials, where required.

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. New
California Standard
Building Code was
adopted in Dec 2025
in keeping with the triannual update
schedule.

Action CSF 2p: As part of the development review process for new projects, the city will continue to refer applications to the Rancho Adobe Fire Protection District for determination of the project’s potential impacts on fire protection services. Requirements will be added as Conditions of Approval to project’s approving resolutions.

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. The city
refers to the Rancho
Adobe Fire Protection
District for 257 of 335

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determination of the
project potential
impacts on the fire
protection services
and requirements are
added as Condition of
Approval to project’s
approving resolutions.

Action CSF 2q: As part of the development review process, consult with the Police Department in order to ensure that the project design facilitates adequate police response time and public safety and that the project addresses its impacts on police services.

Community
Development,
Police
Department
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. The Police
Department liaisons
with Public Works and
Community
Development,
reviewing city projects
and addressing any
concerns about, and
impacts on, police and
public safety.

Action CSF 2r: Perform a periodic assessment to ascertain means of assuring that the Police staff and equipment are adequate to meet the needs of the community.

City Manager,
Police
Department
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. Equipment is
audited on a routine
basis for proper
functionality, safety,
and operational
efficiency. Equipment
is procured as needed,
with adherence to
police safety
standards, best 258 of 335

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practices for lesslethal deployment, deescalation, and innovative equipment
proposals. All
equipment
is acquired and mainta
ined within POST and
state and federal
guidelines and
industry standards.

Action CSF 2s: Develop information on Neighborhood Watch Programs and actively promote such programs.

City Manager,
Police
Department
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing.

Neighborhood
Watch continues to be
an important outreach
effort in the form
of “Beat Officers,”
whereby the
community is
welcomed to meet
their officers assigned
to their neighborhood
area. In 2025, the
Police Department
continued its practice
of holding Area Officer
(Beat) meetings twice
per year. This has
now evolved into a
more consolidated “T
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in
2025, increasing atten
dance this year.

Action CSF 3a: Work with the refuse collection contractor and the Sonoma County Waste Management Agency to continue and expand an effective recycling and composting program of glass, paper, aluminum, plastic, and other recyclable materials, as well as compostable materials including yard debris and vegetative food scraps.

City Manager,
Public Works/
Engineering
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. In 2024 per
State law all residents
are required to divert
compostable waste to
on-site composting or
to green bins for
removal by Recology
for composting offsite.

Action CSF 3b: Require the City's refuse collection contractor to be responsible for periodic press releases which remind residents about the recycling and composting program.

City Manager Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. Recology
sends out quarterly
newsletters to all of its
customers about
programs and for
education.

Action CSF 3c: Work with the City’s refuse collection contractor and Sonoma County Waste Management Agency to provide a higher level of recycling and composting services for multiple family projects.

City Manager,
Public Works/
Engineering,
Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

In 2024 per State law
all residents are
required to divert
compostable waste to
on-site composting or
to green bins for
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for composting offsite.

Action CSF 3d: Undertake a solid waste disposal and reduction education program in collaboration with the Sonoma County Waste Management Agency. The outreach program shall include information related to the proper disposal and resources for the disposal of household hazardous wastes, including, but not limited to:
• Motor oil
• Electronics
• Medications/pharmaceuticals
• Batteries
• Paint
• Syringes/needles
• Treated Wood
• Fluorescent lamps/CFLs
City Manager,
Public Works/
Engineering
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

Police holds drug
takeback events and
on-going collection in
the lobby. City and
Franchise waste
hauler (Recology)
newsletters
periodically pushes
out information on
waste services. The
joint powers agency
(Zero Waste Sonoma)
has developed a
robust website and
materials on how to
dispose of all items,
which is leveraged by
Recology in its direct
mail newsletters. A
polystyrene ban and
single use take out
container ban was
passed in 2021.

Recology collects
batteries with regular
solid waste collection.

Batteries are also
collected at Police
Station lobby.
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Action CSF 3e: Amend or revise the City’s procurement process to favor the purchase of recycled products and/or materials that contain recycled materials.

City Manager,
City Council
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

The City requires
paper with recycled
content in its
operations. City
updated the
requirements in 2024
to fully comply with
SB 1383.

Action CSF 4a: Through the development review process, ensure that the Cotati/Rohnert Park School District is provided an opportunity to evaluate the impact of new development to public schools that serve the City of Cotati.

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing.

Development project
proposing new
residential units are
referred to the
CRPUSD.

Action CSF 4b: Encourage SSU to undertake projects in the City and to undertake assignments on realworld projects in Cotati. Examples of such projects may include, but are certainly not limited to:
• Programs that provide care and assistance to seniors, • Programs that promote youth activity and community participation, • Joint use of recreational facilities,
• Programs that encourage internships in Cotati;
• Programs that expand public access to the arts and cultural resources, and • Programs that support the City’s conservation and sustainability goals.

City Manager,
Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Through the end of
June, Farmster
continued to engage
with Sonoma State
University (SSU) and
the Santa Rosa Junior
College, facilitating
internships,
apprenticeships, and
special studies at the
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Ranch. These
opportunities allowed
full/part-time
students to earn
credits towards
general education
(GE) classes or specific
graduate track
programs. The
collaboration
extended to student
sustainability clubs,
upper division
business classes, and
the SSU Alumni
Association, fostering
a holistic approach to
involving SSU alumni
in the exploration and
support of the
Veronda-Falletti
Ranch and Farmster as
a vital Cotati-based
organization. Sandy
Loam has also been
working with the
Sustainability Club at
SRJC and is currently
working with
Becoming
Independent to offer
volunteer
opportunities and job
skills for adults with
disabilities. The
Recreation 263 of 335

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Department continues
to collaborate with
Rancho Cotate High
School to offer
internships and
classes in
Management and
Events. Sandy Loam
worked with the SSU
Student Consulting
Group, who advised
on how to engage
with youth at the
Veronda-Falletti
Ranch. They were also
instrumental in
connecting Sandy
Loam with the
California Department
of Rehabilitation, in
which teen
apprentices with
neurodivergence have
been onboarded to
work at the ranch.

Sandy Loam also
worked attended a
conference held by
SSU faculty. There was
one SSU intern
throughout 2025 at
the Veronda-Falletti
Ranch. In 2025, the
City also signed a
three party agreement
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University and
Rohnert Park to
collaborate and
coordinate to a much
higher degree for the
mutual benefit of our
communities.

Action CSF 4c: Designate a City staff person or member of the City Council to act as a liaison between the City and SSU to encourage collaboration on projects, activities, and service opportunities.

City Manager,
City Council
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

The City Manager is
the liaison. There is a
"2x2x2" committee
that meets regularly
to update and
coordinate between
Cotati, RP, SSU, and
Rancho Cotati School
District. For Cotati,
Councilmember
Sparks and Savage
have been designated
for this committee.

Additionally, the City
has entered into a
three-party MOU with
SSU and Rohnert Park
to improve
collaboration in areas
of mutual interest.

Action CSF 4d: Identify partnership opportunities between municipalities, other agencies and library support organizations to expand library facilities, resources and services.

City Manager Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:
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A City Council member
sits on the Library
Advisory Board.

Recreation regularly
partners with the
Library or Library
Foundation for mobile
book buses at La Plaza
Park events and at
Veronda Falletti
Ranch. The library
tables at community
events and the City
promotes Library
news on its website
and through the utility
newsletter. The City is
actively working with
the library to bring
additional services to
the City, potentially
including hosting
programs as well as
book vending
machines at City
facilities. The City’s
annual Housing Fair
was held at the
Rohnert Park-Cotati
Library branch in 2024
and 2025.
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Action CSF 4e: Pursue joint-use agreements with schools, social service agencies, cultural institutions, and other community organizations to extend library and other public services to populations that may otherwise not be served.

City Manager,
City Council
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

Bryce Nahas with
AGRI-Culture, entered
into an agreement for
agricultural and
educational
programming at the
Veronda-Falletti
Ranch. Sandy Loam
has renewed their
agreement and
continues to offer art,
farm, garden, and
educational
programming for
youth and adults at
the Veronda-Falletti
Ranch. The City has
partnered with Zero
Waste Sonoma to
offer free compost to
the community at the
Veronda-Falletti
Ranch monthly. Sandy
Loam and AGRICulture partner with
Becoming
Independent, to offer
garden and farm work
experience to adults
with disabilities. They
also partner with
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Gardeners, and other
environmental
educators through the
Sonoma
Environmental
Education
Collaborative. The
partnership with SRJC
has continued, which
allows the City to offer
recreation programs
for seniors at no cost.

The City continues to
operate the Cotati
Veterans Building and
has expanded rental
space availability and
the ability to provide
community services.

On open ranch days at
the Veronda Falletti
Ranch, the City also
coordinates to bring
the Bibliobus onto the
Veronda-Falletti
Ranch. The Bibliobus
also comes to various
events in La Plaza
Park, such as the
annual Kids Day
Parade.

Action CSF 4f: Identify partnership opportunities between the City and local volunteers to undertake projects that educate and inform the public about the City’s historical and cultural background.

City Manager,
Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:
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The City provides free
space to the Historical
Society and consults
with them regularly
on historical
information for
interpretive signage,
etc.

Action CSF 5a: Regularly update information on the City’s website to provide current information regarding City services, City programs, and resources for residents, visitors and businesses.

City Manager Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. Regular
social media updates
also occur.

Action CSF 5b: Prior to City meetings, hearings, and public workshops, provide adequate notice to the public through a range of methods, including but not limited to, the City’s website, advertisements in the local newspaper, postings on community bulletin boards, outreach to local schools, and outreach at community events.

City Manager,
Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. The City
routinely goes beyond
legal requirements for
noticing and on-site
signage.

Action CSF 5c: Implement programs aimed at improving and enhancing City government services to the public. Programs may include, but are not limited to, public feedback questionnaires, online resources for development review procedures and requirements, the identification of permit streamlining incentives and tools, and periodic updates to the Planning Commission and City Council regarding new staff procedures and protocols to improve government service levels.

City Manager,
Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing improvement
of the City’s website
has occurred during
2024. The City has
undertaken major
updates of its
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Services, and Climate
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webpages.

Community
development
Department
overhauled all
planning application
forms in 2023 and was
completed in 2024.

Resources, application
forms, and surveys are
now regularly offered
through the City
webpage, and Zoom is
used for live virtual
participation in City
meetings.

Action CON 1a: Require development project proposals, infrastructure projects, long-range planning projects, and other projects that may potentially impact special-status species and sensitive resources to submit a biological resources evaluation which determines whether significant adverse impacts will occur.

Evaluations shall be carried out under the direction of the Community Development Department and consistent with applicable state and federal guidelines. Projects shall be designed to avoid or reduce impacts to the maximum extent feasible. Where adverse impacts cannot be feasibly reduced or avoided through project design, projects shall include the implementation of site-specific or project-specific effective mitigation strategies developed by a qualified professional in consultation with state or federal resource agencies with jurisdiction (if applicable) that may include, but are not limited to, the following strategies:
a. Preservation of habitat and connectivity of adequate size, quality, and configuration to support the special-status species. Connectivity shall be determined based on the specifics of the species' needs.
b. Project design measures, such as clustering of structures or locating project features to avoid known locations of special-status species and/or sensitive habitats. c. Provision of supplemental planting and maintenance of grasses, shrubs, and trees of similar quality and quantity to provide adequate vegetation cover to enhance water quality, Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. CD Staff
engaged with the
County on a multi-year
effort to explore
implementation of a
Habitat Conservation
Plan to manage all
special status species
in the area. These
efforts have continued
through 2025 and are
expected to progress
through 2026 to
identify the feasibility
of such an effort.
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minimize sedimentation and soil transport, and provide adequate shelter and food for wildlife.
d. Protection for habitat and the known locations of special-status species through adequate buffering or other means.
e. Provision of replacement habitat of like quantity and quality on- or off-site for special-status species. Preference shall be given to the preservation of habitat as close to the area of impact as feasible, so long as that habitat is of comparable quality. f. Enhancement of existing special-status species habitat values through restoration and replanting of native plant species.
g. Provision of temporary or permanent buffers of adequate size (based on the specifics of the special-status species) to avoid nest abandonment by nesting migratory birds and raptors associated with construction and site development activities. h. Incorporation of the provisions or demonstration of compliance with applicable recovery plans for federally listed species.
i. Monitoring of construction activities by a qualified biologist to avoid impacts to on-site special status species.

Action CON 1b: Where sensitive biological habitats have been identified on or immediately adjacent to a project site, the project shall include appropriate mitigation measures identified by a qualified biologist, which may include, but are not limited to the following:
a. Pre-construction surveys for species listed under the State or Federal Endangered Species Acts, or species identified as special-status by the resource agencies, shall be conducted by a qualified biologist;
b. Construction barrier fencing shall be installed around sensitive resources and areas identified for avoidance or protection; and
c. Employees shall be trained by a qualified biologist to identify and avoid protected species and habitat
Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing
Action CON 1c: Develop CEQA Thresholds of Significance to assist staff, project applicants, and decisionmakers in determining whether a project may have a significant effect on the environment under Section 21082.2 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments: 271 of 335

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Complete. SB 743 set
VMT and GHG
thresholds and the MC
was updated
accordingly in 2020.

Action CON 1d: Through coordination with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, California Department of Fish and Game, and Sonoma County develop and maintain a map of sensitive biological communities and habitat within the Cotati Urban Growth Boundary. Ensure that this map and associated information is readily available to potential developers and the public.

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

The City’s GIS
webpage provides this
information to the
public. CD Staff
engaged with the
County and both
resource agencies on
a multi-year effort to
explore
implementation of a
Habitat Conservation
Plan to manage all
special status species
in the area. These
efforts have continued
through 2025 and are
expected to progress
through 2026 to
identify the feasibility
of such an effort.

Action CON 1e: Revise the Zoning Map to add the coordinated planning overlay zone to the Commercial/Industrial and General Commercial areas south of Helman Lane that are located within the critical habitat designation for the California tiger salamander.

Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

The City’s GIS
webpage provides
parcel-level CTS 272 of 335

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habitat area
identification.

Action CON 1f: Utilize existing regulations and procedures, including but not limited to the Land Use Code, Design Review, and the environmental review process (CEQA) to conserve wetlands and riparian habitat within the City and the Urban Growth Boundary. Comply with the federal and state requirements, including no net loss of wetlands using mitigation strategies such as:
a. Avoidance of wetlands and riparian habitat through site design; b. Clustered development;
c. Transfer of development rights; and/or
d. Compensatory mitigation, such as habitat restoration or habitat creation.

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. The Cottage
Housing ordinance
encourages and
rewards clustering of
housing and rewards
avoidance of
wetlands. New “plex”
housing standards
adopted in 2024 will
facilitate clustered
development.

Established mitigation
measures continue to
ensure no net loss of
wetlands occurs with
project development.

Action CON 1g: Coordinate with the California Department of Fish and Game and Sonoma County to identify potentially impacted aquatic habitat within the City and the Urban Growth Boundary and to develop riparian management guidelines to be implemented by development, recreation, and other projects adjacent to creeks, streams and other waterways.

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. No
annexations have
occurred since current
GP adoption, but the
City pre-zoned three
properties in 2019.

The City engages in
project-specific
management with the
Water Board and 273 of 335

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Sonoma Water. CD
Staff engaged with the
County, state and
federal resource
management agencies
on a multi-year effort
to explore
implementation of a
Habitat Conservation
Plan to manage all
special status species
in the area. These
efforts have continued
through 2025 and are
expected to progress
through 2026 to
identify the feasibility
of such an effort.

Action CON 1h: Periodically review, and update if necessary, Chapter 17.56 of the Cotati Municipal Code to ensure that the most appropriate requirements and best management practices are implemented to protect and restore wetland resources in the Planning Area.

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. The most
appropriate best
management
practices are in place
and new projects are
evaluated individually
to ensure all
mitigation and BMP
are current and up to
date.

Action CON 1i: Provide a Conservation Page (or similar page) on the City’s website provides links to resource agencies (CDFG, USFWS, USACE, etc.) and provides information regarding local and regional conservation and environmental programs, to the extent the City has readily available information.

Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments: 274 of 335

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In progress. CD staff
developed resources
for the community
related sustainability
including a “climate
and sustainability
webpage”, bi-monthly
newsletter and
planning for the
second annual Climate
Ready Cotati Fair to be
held in Spring of 2026.

Further, the staff has
created a free
sustainability
workshop series in
collaboration with the
City of Rohnert Park to
inspire sustainability
practices in
community. This is
held every month
from February to
October of 2026.

Action CON 1j: Coordinate with interested public and private entities to create new and expanded public access trails along creeks and streams that connect to parks and open space areas within the Urban Growth Boundary.

Community
Development,
Public Works/
Engineering
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. The Active
Transportation Plan,
adopted in 2024,
identifies new
opportunities for
expanded public 275 of 335

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access trails. The Hwy
116 Corridor Safety
Project includes a new
Class 1 pathway along
Hwy 116. The City is
pursuing
implementation
options with grant and
developer funding.

The Sidewalk Gap
Closure project
includes 4 segments
throughout the City
currently under
construction, and will
connect trails to parks,
downtown, the
Thomas Page School
and other destinations
around town. The
Class 1 pathways
maintenance project
will preserve Class 1
connections
throughout the City.

Action CON 1k: Continue to identify which stormwater and drainage facilities are in need of repair and address these needs through the CIP process.

Public Works/
Engineering
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Addressed as part of
City’s O&M. Public
Works repaired the
Henry Street drainage
system and
Engineering is
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correct deficiencies in
the W School Street
area.

Action CON 1l: Require assessment of public views and ridgelines as part of the project review process to assure that projects protect natural resources through proper site planning, building design, and landscaping.

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing.

Action CON 2a: Review all new industrial and commercial development projects for potential air quality impacts to residences and other sensitive receptors. Staff shall ensure that mitigation measures and best management practices are implemented to reduce significant emissions of criteria pollutants.

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. Project-byproject through CEQA
process and referrals
to BAAQMD and all
identified impacts are
mitigated.

Construction projects
are required to obtain
a “J Number” prior to
demolition or
significant grading
activity.

Action CON 2b: Refer development, infrastructure, and planning projects to the Bay Area Air Quality Management District (BAAQMD) for review. Require project applicants to prepare air quality analyses to address BAAQMD and General Plan requirements, which include analysis and identification of:
a. Air pollutant emissions associated with the project during construction, project operation, and cumulative conditions.
b. Potential exposure of sensitive receptors to toxic air contaminants. c. Significant air quality impacts associated with the project for construction, project operation, and cumulative conditions.

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing, see CON 2a
above.
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d. Mitigation measures to reduce significant impacts to less than significant or the maximum extent feasible where impacts cannot be mitigated to less than significant.

Action CON 2c: Adequate buffers between new industrial uses and sensitive receptors shall be required to avoid potential air quality and nuisance impacts.

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing.

Action CON 2d: Provide a Conservation Page (or Environmental Page) on the City’s website provides links to resource agencies (ARB, BAAWMD, EPA, etc.) and provides information, regarding local and regional conservation and environmental programs, to the extent the City has readily available information, including methods for pollution prevention, including reduced air pollutant and greenhouse gas emissions through use of alternative forms of transportation (bicycling, pedestrian, transit), through reducing woodburning activities using EPA-certified wood-burning devices, etc.

Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

The City maintains its
Climate and
Sustainability
webpage and a bimonthly e-newsletter
to provide information
and resources
regarding local and
regional sustainability
programs.

Action CON 2e: Continue to review new development, significant remodels, and infrastructure projects for consistency with the county-wide Climate Action Plan 2020.

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing in
coordination with
RCPA. A Reach Code
for additional EV
Charging in new
construction was
adopted in 2023 for
greenhouse gas
reduction. The 2023-
2031 Housing Element
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2023 includes
Program 1-8
Residential Building
Decarbonization
which includes
numerous City GHG
reduction goals, and in
2025, the City posted
resources for
residential
decarbonization on its
climate and
sustainability
webpage.

Action CON 2f: Regularly monitor and track the City’s progress towards meeting the municipal GHG reduction goals contained in the 2008 Cotati Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction Action Plan.

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing, see CON 2e
above.

Action CON 2g: Update the City’s 2008 Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction Action Plan every five years, or more frequently if the City Council deems appropriate, to make progress towards the City’s GHG reduction goals.

Community
Development,
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

Not done. See CON 2e
above. The City
routinely coordinated
with RCPA and SCTCA
staff on GHG and VMT
reduction strategies,
modeling, studies and
grant funding
opportunities to
reduce GHGs in Cotati
and the County.
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Action CON 3a: Continue to review development projects to ensure that all new public and privately development complies with CALGreen Tier 1 standards as well as the energy efficiency standards established by the General Plan and Land Use Code.

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. The New
California Building
Standards Code was
adopted by City in
December 2025. A
Reach Code for
additional EV Charging
in new construction
was adopted in 2023
for greenhouse gas
reduction.

Action CON 3b: Amend the Land Use Code to include a requirement that all new swimming pools be solar heated.

Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

Not done
Action CON 3c: Connect residents and businesses with programs that provide free or low-cost energy efficiency audits and retrofits to existing buildings.

Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing through
social media posts,
website information,
referrals to RCPA,
BayREN, and the
County of Sonoma.

The City’s Climate and
Sustainability
webpage and bimonthly e-newsletter
increases access to
and knowledge of
resources. 280 of 335

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Action CON 3d: Amend the Municipal Code to incentive the use of small-scale renewable energy facilities and, where appropriate, to remove impediments to such uses.

Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

Solar permitting has
been streamlined
since 2019, with
reduced fees,
automated approvals
and minimal
processing times. In
2024, the City issued
RFPs for a solar
microgrid and energy
improvements at City
Hall with the goal of
selecting a contractor
and initiating the
project in 2025. This is
still ongoing.

Action CON 3e: Amend the Land Use Code to include provisions for alternatives to traditional paved surfaces, e.g. turf block, where appropriate.

Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing; prioritized
through discussions
with Planning
Commission and the
review of indivudal
development projects.

In 2024, the City
adopted the Active
Transportation Plan,
which includes
provisions for
alternatives to
traditionally paved 281 of 335

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surfaces for various
trails and bike paths
within the City.

Action CON 3f: Review development applications consistency with the solar access, building orientation, shade tree, and other climate-related provisions in the General plan, Land Use Code, and Design Review Standards.

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. 2023 HE
standards and 2025
reach codes and
CalGreen address this.

Action CON 3g: Establish an annual tree planting day, making every effort to collaborate with and engage civic and community groups and local nurseries to assist with providing trees, outreach, and coordination.

City Manager,
Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

The City has
fromalized a tree
mitigation fund that
gets regular
contributions for tree
planting. The City uses
the mitigation fund for
the Plant-A-Tree
Program, providing
free trees and planting
costs for residents to
plant trees on their
properties. In 2025,
the city added an
update to its
Mandated Tree
Species list changing
the name to
“Suggested Tree
Species list” with a
note that alternatives
to the listed tree must 282 of 335

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be approved by the
staff before allowing
the applicant to plant.

Action CON 3h: Update the Design Guidelines to encourage the use of trees for windbreaks and wind channeling in new development and to ensure that deciduous trees do not interfere with solar access.

Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments: Complete
The City has updated
the Residential Design
Standards, including
landscaping
requirements twice
within the last 5 years.

Action CON 3i: Provide a Conservation Page (or Environmental Page) on the City’s website providing links to resource agencies and information regarding local and regional conservation and environmental programs, to the extent the City has readily available information, including recycling guidance for single family residences, businesses, and apartments, opportunities for reuse of materials, a description of how to compost, and a description of methods to reduce water use, such as appropriate re-use and recycling of water, water conservation measures, and xeriscaping.

Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments: Complete
Water conservation
resources and a link to
Zero Waste Sonoma
are included on City
webpage. The Climate
and Sustainability
webpage and bimonthly e-newsletter
provide resources and
information to the
community. In 2025,
the city added an
update to its
Mandated Tree
Species list changing
the name to
“Suggested Tree
Species list” with a
note that alternatives 283 of 335

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to the listed tree must
be approved by the
staff before allowing
the applicant to plant.

Action CON 3j: Develop a list of drought tolerant and native plants appropriate for use in Cotati and review development projects for adherence to this list.-tolerant and native plants appropriate for use in Cotati and review development projects for adherence to this list.

Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments: In progress
All projects are
reviewed for
landscaping
compliance with the
State Water Efficient
Landscape Ordinance.

In 2025, the city
added an update to its
Mandated Tree
Species list changing
the name to
“Suggested Tree
Species list” with a
note that alternatives
to the listed tree must
be approved by the
staff before allowing
the applicant to plant.

Action CON 3k: Continue implementing the City Tree Preservation and Protection Ordinance (Chapter

17.54 of the Municipal Code). .

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. In 2025, the
city added an update
to its Mandated Tree
Species list changing
the name to
“Suggested Tree
Species list” with a 284 of 335

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note that alternatives
to the listed tree must
be approved by the
staff bellowing
allowing the applicant
to plant.

Action CON 3l: Periodically undertake a citywide notification program to notify the citizens and arborists doing business within the City limits of the tree preservation requirements.

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing.

Action CON 3m: Through the use of public funds, where available, provide for the screening of public parking areas through the use of trees, shrubs, berms, and evergreen plants Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing
Action CON 3n: Through the development review process, the City shall encourage the use of deciduous trees to promote energy conservation.

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing
Action CON 3o: During the development review process, discourage the loss of native trees in accordance with the Tree Preservation and Protection Ordinance (Chapter 17.54 of the Municipal Code).

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing
Action CON 3p: The City shall continue to implement the landscape and tree ordinance to give preference to native and drought tolerant species. The Planning Division shall review and revise as necessary.

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. In 2024, the
City finalized an
update to its
Mandated Tree
Replacement list to
include more CA
Natives and drought 285 of 335

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tolerant tree species.

In 2025, the city
added an update to its
Mandated Tree
Species list changing
the name to
“Suggested Tree
Species list” with a
flexibility of choosing
an alternative to the
listed tree which must
be approved by the
staff before allowing
the applicant to plant.

Action CON 3q: Design Review criteria shall be prepared to require that creeks, trees, views and features unique to the site be preserved and incorporated into design proposals. The Design Review Committee shall insure that new development meets the criteria.

Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing
Action CON 3r: Through the use of public funds, where available, provide educational plant and tree labeling in City parks and City-maintained plant demonstration areas to educate and inform residents of native plant and tree species planted and maintained in Cotati.

Community
Development,
Public Works/
Engineering
A/B Complete
In progress
Comments:

Plants are identified in
the City’s
Demonstration
Garden. The
Demonstration
Garden was renovated
in 2024 with
replacement plants,
soil amendments,
replaced irrigation
system, and repairs to
the DG pathway. The
Sonoma Marin Saving
Water Partnership 286 of 335

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developed Landscape
Design Templates free
to the public.

Action CON 4a: Work with the Federated Indians of the Graton Rancheria to prepare a narrative description of the Native American background of the Cotati area and request the Federated Indians of the Graton Rancheria provide pictorial examples of the types of Native American resources present in the vicinity. Place this description on the City’s website as a link under the History of Cotati section.

Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. In 2024 the
City added
interpretive signage
kiosks around the
community including
references to local
tribes and their
cultural practices. The
content of these signs
was reviewed and
edited with input from
local tribal
representatives. In
2024, the City added a
land
acknowledgement for
Planning Commission
and City Council
meetings to
acknowledge that
Cotati is the ancestral
land of the Coastal
Miwok.

Action CON 4b: Require a cultural and archaeological survey prior to approval of any development project where a potential or known historical, archaeological, or other cultural resource is located or which would require excavation in an area that is sensitive for cultural or archaeological resources. If significant cultural or archaeological resources, including historic and prehistoric resources, are identified, the project shall Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

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be required to implement appropriate measures, such as avoidance, capping of the resource site, or documentation and conservation, to reduce adverse impacts to the resource to a less than significant level.

Action CON 4c: Require all development, infrastructure, and other ground-disturbing projects to comply with the following conditions in the event of an inadvertent discovery of cultural resources or human remains:
a. If construction or grading activities result in the discovery of significant historic or prehistoric archaeological artifacts or unique paleontological resources, all work within 100 feet of the discovery shall cease, the Community Development Department shall be notified, the resources shall be examined by a qualified archaeologist, paleontologist, or historian for appropriate protection and preservation measures; and work may only resume when appropriate protections are in place and have been approved by the Community Development Department.
b. If human remains are discovered during any ground disturbing activity, work shall stop until the Community Development Department and the County Coroner have been contacted; if the human remains are determined to be of Native American origin, the Native American Heritage Commission (NAHC) and the most likely descendants have been consulted; and work may only resume when appropriate measures have been taken and approved by the Community Development Department.

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing
Action CON 4d: Continue to invite the Federated Indians of the Graton Rancheria, as well as other recognized tribes that express interest, to comment on City projects as part of the environmental review process.

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing through the
tribal consultation
process in CEQA.

Action CON 4e: Develop a Historic Cotati program to identify historic resources, encourage landowners to voluntarily preserve and rehabilitate historical structures, and to provide a coordinated approach to draw visitors and tourists to these areas. The program may include:
a. Coordinated signage and identifying placards of historic areas, including downtown, specific buildings, and businesses.

City Manager,
Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

Interpretive sign
panels in kiosks were
installed in 2022, with 288 of 335

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b. Maps available on-line, at the Chamber of Commerce, and key locations of the City that direct visitors and history aficionados to key historic and cultural resources in the City. c. Establishment of local historic districts (potentially the Old Redwood Highway Corridor) with standards to conserve historical resources and promote the highest and best use of such resources.
d. Property owner incentives such as reduced building permit fees for historic renovations, streamlined application processing, a brochure that identifies resources to purchase materials and fixtures that are historically accurate in appearance but offer modern benefits (e.g., energy-efficient lighting, windows, building materials that correlate to specific architectural or historic periods that are often seen in the City). interpretive panels
installed in 2024. Rezoning of VerondaFalletti Ranch to Open Space, Recreation
completed in Nov
2022, which aids
preservation of this
historic resource. The
City partners with the
Historical Society on
informational and
signage efforts.

Action CON 4f: Develop guidelines for remodels of potentially historic residential structures to ensure that the character and individuality of such residences is maintained. The guidelines should address:

1. Design styles, age of home, and other criteria to determine applicability of the guidelines;

2. Exterior features that are important and covered by the guidelines (e.g., siding and exterior finishes, windows, doors, roofs, porches, garages, outbuildings, streetscapes);

3. Standards for modifications and renovation, including the extent of changes that can occur;

4. Activities that are exempt from the guidelines, such as interior improvements and routine maintenance and repair.

Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

In progress. The City
utilizes Secretary of
the Interior standards
for the treatment of
historic properties and
refer projects to the
SHPO. Residential
Design Standards
were created in 2021
and updated in 2024
which provide design
and architectural
detail direction for the
design of residential
units in Cotati.

Action CON 4g: Collaborate with the Chamber of Commerce and other interested community groups to support and promote community festivals and events, such as the Cotati Accordion Festival, Music Festival, and Oktoberfest.

City Manager Ongoing Complete
In progress 289 of 335

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Priority/
Timing Status
Comments:

Ongoing. The City
supports the Chamber
with $15,000 annually
through a license
agreement. Eventrelated fees waived in
2022 for Covid and a
variety of permit fees
are waived or lowered
in the City’s adopted
event policy for the
first and second years
of multi-year events.

The City Council also
began the small
cultural event grant
program in 2025,
awarding up to
$10,000 per year for
new events that bring
visitors to Cotati.

Action EV 1a: Develop, adopt and implement an Economic Sustainability Strategy. City Manager, Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

In 2025 the CD
Department created
an Economic
Development
webpage, bringing
together information
on multiple resources
and programs avilable
to support local
businesses. 290 of 335 The City

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engages in ongoing
economic
development efforts
and a 2026 Business
Engagement plan is
being implemented as
part of the CD
Workplan.

Action EV 1b: Consider the establishment of a Business Improvement District in the downtown area. City Manager, Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

The DTSP update
ordinance was
adopted in 2023 and
incorporates
economic
development
elements to support
DT businesses.

Additional
consideration will be
made in future
amendments and
updates to the DSP.

Action EV 1c: Identify potential funding sources and methods to replace Redevelopment Agency funds that had been planned to provide support for business growth.

City Manager,
Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. Mostly
subject to state law.

Action EV 1d: Establish an incentive program, including permit streamlining incentives and assistance in the identification of vacant or underdeveloped parcels, to attract visitor serving uses, including but not limited to, hotels, restaurants, art galleries, and green businesses.

City Manager,
Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. Hotel project
received grading and 291 of 335

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underground
plumbing permits in
2023. DTSP ordinance
includes streamlining
elements and
increased land uses
allowed by the zoning
code. Flexible
implementation of
mixed-use and public
space requirements is
on-going to support
development and re-
development of
downtown parcels. In
2024 the City updated
its parking standards,
including more flexible
standards associated
with shared parking
between uses and
parking for mixed-use
projects. Further, in
2024 the city worked
on an update to the
SWSP to update
development
standards and allow
more flexibility on
land uses within the
plan area.

In 2025, the City
Council adopted an ordinance, which
reduced and even
eliminated impact 292 of 335

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fees for hotel
development within
the City of Cotati with
the goal to incentivize
and support economic
development within
the downtown. On
January 13, 2026, the
City Council adopted
an ordinance to
implement TOC land
use policies, including
significant increases to
residential and
commercial density on
parcels within a half
mile of the SMART
station.

Action EV 1e: As part of an overall branding effort, develop an updated signage program including:
• “Welcome to Cotati”/”You are now leaving Cotati” signs maintained at all principal entry/exit points of the City;
• Signage that directs visitors to key attractions, public parking, recreational areas, and focal points in Cotati; and
• Signage that identifies areas of historical or cultural significance.

City Manager,
Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

In progress. The City
has installed signs at
principal entry and
exit points of the City,
on E. Cotati/W. Sierra
and Old Redwood
Highway. Pedestrian
kiosks and wayfinding
signs have been
installed around La
Plaza Park and along
ORH in the downtown.
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Action EV 1f: As part of an overall branding effort, develop distinctive palette of native plants and trees to be used in landscaped public areas.

City Manager,
Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

Not done.

Action EV 1g: As part of an overall branding effort, coordinate with the Chamber of Commerce to develop marketing and tourism materials that highlight the City’s proximity to SSU’s Green Music Center, local cultural events, art events, local music events, and rich musical history.

City Manager,
Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

The City has general
branding in place,
including banner signs
and promotional a
video about Cotati.

The City’s logo design
has been updated,
and new website
design echoes
branding. Update of
the City seal
completed in 2023.

MOU collaboration
with SSU will likely
include streetlight
banners and branding
available for local
businesses that offer
discounts to SSU
students.

Action EV 1h: Partner with local businesses to establish an “adopt a landscape” program. The program should provide opportunities for local businesses to maintain and clean public rights of way and public areas within the City to assist with beautification and aesthetic appeal. A corresponding signage program should be included to highlight and acknowledge work done in the City by local businesses.

City Manager,
Public Works/
Engineering
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

The City has a draft
program. The 101/116
interchange has been
adopted by the City’s 294 of 335

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landscape contractor,
PJM. The City is
receptive to public
requests for volunteer
clean-up events,
including an annual
Creek Week event,
and residents along
Water Street
removing French
Broom from the creek.

Downtown businesses
are routinely
encouraged to keep
the areas in front of
their businesses clean.

Action EV 1i: Continue to work with the Chamber of Commerce, Sonoma County BEST, GO LOCAL Sonoma County, and other organizations to attract additional businesses.

City Manager,
Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing
EV 1j: Continue Community Development Department technical assistance for new economic development projects requiring development and/or use permit applications. In conjunction with Action LU 4a, work with the local business community to ensure that the City effectively meets the needs of the business community.

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. The City
continues to
implement the 2019
ED zoning code
ordinance, and the
DTSP ordinance which
included new ED
provisions (as
referenced above). In
2023 the City created
new parklets and 295 of 335

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outdoor dining
standards for
restaurants, and the
first parklet was
installed in late 2023.

The Chamber of
Commerce has
committed to
updating the
businesses lists on the
interpretive sign
kiosks and continues
to help businesses
that approach them
with interest in
locating here in Cotati.

In 2025 the CD
Department created
an Economic
Development
webpage, bringing
together information
on multiple resources
and programs
available to support
local businesses. One
element of this effort
was the creation of an
Small Business Liaison
to assign individual
staff members to
assist local business
owners with their
government
engagement efforts.
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Action EV 2a: Pursue funding sources, as they become available, to implement the public improvements and infrastructure in the Downtown Specific Plan.

Public Works/
Engineering
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. La Plaza
reunification project is
one of the 5 Cotati
projects in the 2021
SCTA priority project
list. 8150 La Plaza was
privately developed,
and the frontage was
constructed in
accordance with DTSP
specifications. The
City continues to
pursue infrastructure
funding at every
opportunity.

Action EV 2b: Continue to work with the Chamber of Commerce to devise plans to promote various festivals and community events that are unique to Cotati. The La Plaza Park or the inner Hub area shall be the focal point of these festivals.

City Manager Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. Local events
in 2025 included the
Cotati Accordion
Festival, Cotati Music
Festival, a Dia De Los
Muertos event, Cotati
Kids Day Parade and
Festival, National
Night Out, Movies in
the Park, Grub in the
Hub Food Festival,
Cotati Fall Festival,
Cotati Candyland
Halloween Trick or 297 of 335

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Treat event, Holiday
Tree Lighting,
Downtown Shop and
Stroll, the Farmer’s
Market, Breakfast with
Santa, Bunny Brunch,
and a Community Yard
Sale.

Action LU 1a: Update the Zoning Map to be consistent with the land use designations shown on Figure 7-1.

Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

Done. In 2024, the
City completed a
minor update to bring
zoning regulations and
the zoning map into
compliance with the
General Plan.

Action LU 1b: Review the standards provided in the Land Use Code and amend as necessary for consistency with General Plan policies and allowed uses, including:
• Create the Agricultural-5 (5-acre minimum parcel size) and Agricultural-10 (10-acre minimum parcel size) to implement the Agricultural land use designation; • Preclude residential uses in the Commercial/Industrial and General Industrial districts; • Increase maximum building height in the Neighborhood, Urban zone to 35 feet, without the requirement for a use permit;
• Increase the maximum site coverage to 55% in the Neighborhood, Medium Density zone and to 75% in the Neighborhood, Urban zone; and
• Either combine the Commercial/Industrial and General Industrial districts into a single district that accommodates the range of industrial and commercial uses allowed in the Commercial Industrial land use designation, or amend the Commercial/Industrial and Community
Development
A Complete
X In progress
Comments:

All residential-related
updates have been
made through
multifamily
streamlining
ordinance in Nov
2022. New state law
has addressed the
placement of
residential uses in
industrial zones.

Combination of 298 of 335

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General Industrial designations to accommodate the range of uses allowed in the Commercial Industrial land use designation.
industrial zones took
place in 2025.

Action LU 1c: Prioritize the processing of development applications for infill, underutilized, or vacant parcels designated for urban uses over those projects requiring annexation.

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing
Action LU 1d: Annexation proposals shall be evaluated in the development review process and acted upon in accordance with the criteria set forth in this General Plan.

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing
In 2025, the TOC
ordinance was drafted
which formalized and
codified the process
for annexation,
prezoning and
rezoning into the CMC.

Action LU 2a: Through the development review and permit process, screen development proposals for land use compatibility, including conformance with existing development or neighborhoods.

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing
Action LU 2b: Update the Land Use Code to allow for the clustering of housing to protect scenic and natural resources and provide permanent open space, so long as there is no increase in density. Revisions should be consistent with standards developed as a result of Action OS 1h.

Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

Complete—Cottage
Housing Ordinance
passed in 2021. “Plex”
housing standards
adopted in 2024 to
facilitate clustered
housing development.
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Action LU 2c: Update the Design Review Criteria for residential uses to address the following:

1. Outdoor lighting, trash receptacles, fencing and seating space should be carefully considered as integral elements of the landscape and should be included in, and shown on, all landscape plans.

2. Landscaping should utilize plant materials in a logical and orderly manner to define spatial organization, relate buildings and other structures, incorporate various site elements, promote consistency throughout the development, be scaled to site structures, and to provide screening of unaesthetic features. All landscaping shall be adequately maintained.

3. Rooftop and ground level mechanical equipment (e.g. Satellite TV dishes, telephone and electrical boxes, heating, cooling and ventilating systems, and trash sites, etc.) should be screened from public view, unless prohibited by the utility provider.

4. Opportunities for community interaction, such as parks, recreation facilities, gathering areas such as gazebos, plazas, etc.

5. Minimize vehicular, bicycle, and pedestrian conflicts.

6. Maximize access to commercial uses, recreational uses, employment, public services and other destinations using a minimum of pavement.

Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. Woonerf
design standards for
multifamily were
adopted in late 2022.

Objective Design
Standards for
multifamily housing
that address these
criteria, as allowed
under State housing
law, were adopted in
2021 and updated in
2024 and expanded to
include “plex” housing
and single-family
homes. The TOC
ordiannce adopted on
Jan. 13, 2026,
included significant
expansions in multimodal transportation
requirements and
support.

Action LU 2d: Implement the Downtown Specific Plan and Santero Way Specific Plan, ensuring that a mix of land uses occurs in those locations identified for such uses.

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. The DTSP
update was adopted
in 2023 and the
Santero Way Specific
Plan Update was
approved by the City 300 of 335

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Council in 2025. Cotati
Station was re-entitled
in 2022 to increase
allowable density and
incentivize project
development using
fee subsidies and
deferrals. Santero
Way Specific Plan
updated initiated in
2024 to update the
specific plan to update
development
standards and allow
more flexibility in land
uses to better reflect
changing economic
conditions.

Action LU 3a: Review the land uses allowed in the Commercial/Industrial and Industrial zoning districts and consider expanding the uses allowed in the districts in order to increase the development potential of parcels with industrial and industrial-oriented commercial uses in each district, while ensuring that appropriate uses continue to be allowed in each district.

Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

Addressed in ED
ordinance in 2019 and
has been continuously
reevaluated through
ongoing ordinance
work including the
TOC Ordinance.

Action LU 3b: Update the Land Use Code or Design Review Criteria for non-residential uses to include standards that promote attractive and sustainable development for commercial, industrial, office, institutional, and non-residential uses and that address the following provisions:

1. Site planning sensitive to the natural environment and that addresses creating functional and attractive places.

Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

The 2021 multifamily
objective standards,
updated in 2024, 301 of 335

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2. Architectural standards for retail, commercial, and visitor-serving uses shall be similar to the Main Street Commercial or Mission Revival styles described in the Downtown Specific Plan, other distinctive historic styles exemplified in Cotati or in a juxtaposition of those styles with either other historic styles represented in the region or with modern features. Architectural features shall include distinctive stylistic hallmarks.

3. Criteria to ensure outdoor lighting, trash receptacles, fencing, and seating space are carefully considered as integral elements of the landscape.

4. Landscaping should utilize plant materials in a logical and orderly manner to define spatial organization, relate buildings and other structures, incorporate various site elements, promote consistency throughout the development, and be scaled to site structures.

5. Require separate vehicle access, pedestrian pathways, and secured bicycle parking within the internal site plan of new commercial, office, mixed use, and public facility developments.

6. Criteria for screening rooftop and ground level mechanical equipment (e.g. Satellite TV dishes, telephone and electrical boxes, heating, cooling and ventilating systems, and trash sites, etc.) from public view, unless prohibited by the utility provider.

7. Standards for building design, architecture, and placement that incorporates a pedestrian scale with frontages oriented toward the street front or public gathering areas, varied articulated facades, windows and building features, reduced or zero setbacks where appropriate; and community design features, such as landscaping, entry features, fountains, plazas, pedestrian furniture, and similar features.

8. Requirements for larger projects to include community design and gathering features, such as entry features, outdoor benches, art, plazas, seating areas, fountains, etc.

9. Minimize vehicular, bicycle and pedestrian conflicts.

10. Maximize access to commercial uses, recreational uses, employment, public services and other destinations using a minimum of pavement.
included elements to
ensure high quality
commercial design is
incorporated into
mixed use
developments in the
DTSP. Further, the
DTSP amendments
adopted in 2022,
support nonresidential uses and
discretionary process
improvements have
included elements of
improved design
criteria. Finally, the
2025 Santero Way
Specific Plan Update
also included design
criteria for both
ministerial and
discretionary
development projects.

Action LU 3c: As part of the City’s development review process, continue to ensure that commercial projects are designed to minimize conflicts between commercial and residential uses. Review of Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments: 302 of 335

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commercial projects should ensure that the following design concepts are avoided in projects that abut residential areas:

1. Corporate design/”signature” buildings and signage, rather than projects specifically designed to fit into the neighborhood

2. Inappropriate building scale and/or siting on the lot

3. Excessive noise due to long hours of operation or inappropriate location of accessory structures

4. Excessive glare or excessive impacts from light sources onto adjacent properties

5. Unnecessary loss of community and environmental resources (archaeological, historical, ecological, recreational, etc.)
Ongoing
Action LU 4a: Review and update the City’s development permitting process to provide a streamlined and straightforward process. At a minimum, the review may consider:
• Methods to streamline and simplify the process, including the process for review by City staff as well as various committees and commissions.
• Opportunities to reduce redundancies and delays.
• Methods to prioritize and fast-track in-fill development projects and re-use projects that are consistent with the General Plan and Land Use Code.
• Updating the City’s website to provide additional information to the public regarding development application requirements, and the building permit and land use approval process.

Community
Development
A/B Complete
In progress
Comments:

All updates have
occurred, and review
for further
improvements is
ongoing. In 2023 and
2024 the City
implemented an
overhaul of the
planning applications,
which have been
completed and are all
available on the City’s
website. In 2025, the
city did the final
implementation of the
new permitting
software. 303 of 335

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Action N 1a: Update the Land Use Code to ensure that the noise standards are consistent with this Noise Element, including Tables N-1 and N2, and to require new residential, mixed-use with a residential component, and other noise-sensitive development to be designed to minimize noise exposure to noise sensitive users through incorporation of site planning and architectural techniques such as:
• Locating dwellings as far from noise generators as possible. • Locating noise sensitive interior spaces, such as bedrooms, away from noise generators. • Orienting buildings to shield noise sensitive outdoor spaces from noise generators. • Use of sound walls should be avoided or minimized, through alternative measures such as berms, setbacks, or other measures, to the maximum extent feasible and appropriate.

Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

Individual projects are
analyzed for noise
impacts through CEQA
and most of these
points are usually
incorporated as COAs
on project approvals.

Action N 1b: Review land use and development proposals, including use permits, for compliance with the noise requirements established in this element, including the standards established in Tables N-1 and N2.

For uses along the SMART corridor, the Federal Transit Administration vibration impact criteria shall be used to evaluate the compatibility of sensitive uses using the best available information (e.g., 2005 SMART DEIR) or site-specific measurements and analyses (assuming active operations).

Where necessary, require mitigation measures to achieve the noise standards identified in Tables N-1 and N-2 and, where applicable to minimize exposure of sensitive uses to existing or potential vibration levels to the maximum feasible extent.

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. See N1a.

Action N 1c: Require an acoustical study for all new discretionary projects, including development and transportation, with potential noise impacts. The study shall include mitigation measures necessary to ensure compliance with this Noise Element and relevant noise standards in the Land Use Code.

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing.

Action N 1d: The Police Department shall continue to implement the truck ordinance which limits truck traffic routes and weights, thereby effectively reducing noise pollution.

Police
Department
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Police enforces the
truck ordinance,
including writing both 304 of 335

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warning and regular
citations, as well as
verbal warnings.

Action N 1e: Work with the California Highway Patrol to actively enforce the California Vehicle Code as it relates to adequate vehicle mufflers, modified exhaust systems, and car stereos.

Police
Department
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. The Police
Department routinely
works with CHP and
other allied agencies
in the training of
officers and the
enforcement of the
California Vehicle
Code in all aspects of
traffic safety,
including violations
related to vehicle
mufflers, modified
exhaust system
violations, car stereos,
and sideshows.

Action N 1f: Develop a consistent method to enforce Vehicle Code provisions contained in the California Vehicle Code, Division 12, Chapter 5, Article 2.5, Sections 27159 - 27207 related to vehicle noise and, to the extent allowed by State law, develop additional standards to regulate vehicle noise.

City Manager,
Police
Department,
Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. The Police
Department routinely
trains its officers and
enforces California
Vehicle Code in all
aspects of traffic
safety, including
vehicle noise
violations related to 305 of 335

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those provisions
contained in the
California Vehicle
Code, Division 12,
Chapter 5, Article 2.5,
Sections 27159 –
27207. The City’s
Truck ordinance helps
address vehicle noise
concerns in the
downtown area.

Action N 1g: Coordinate with Caltrans, the City of Rohnert Park, and Sonoma County, when necessary, to ensure that these outside agencies obtain City concurrence prior to initiating any noise mitigation or other project in, or affecting, Cotati.

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing
Action N 1h: During the environmental review process, determine if proposed construction will constitute a significant impact on nearby residents and require mitigation measures in addition to the standard “best practice” controls. Suggested “best practices” for control of construction noise:
• Construction period shall be less than twelve months. • Noise-generating construction activities, including truck traffic coming to and from the construction site for any purpose, shall be limited to between the hours of 7:00 am and 7:00 pm on weekdays and 9:00 am and 5:00 pm on Saturdays (if allowed through specific project conditions of approval). No construction shall occur on Sundays or holidays. • All equipment driven by internal combustion engines shall be equipped with mufflers, which are in good condition and appropriate for the equipment. • The construction contractor shall utilize “quiet” models of air compressors and other stationary noise sources where technology exists.
• At all times during project grading and construction, stationary noise-generating equipment shall be located as far as practicable from sensitive receptors and placed so that emitted noise is directed away from residences.

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing
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• Unnecessary idling of internal combustion engines shall be prohibited. • Construction staging areas shall be established at locations that will create the greatest distance between the construction-related noise sources and noise-sensitive receptors nearest the project site during all project construction. • The required construction-related noise mitigation plan shall also specify that haul truck deliveries are subject to the same hours specified for construction equipment. • Neighbors located adjacent to the construction site shall be notified of the construction schedule in writing.
• The construction contractor shall designate a “noise disturbance coordinator” who will be responsible for responding to any local complaints about construction noise. The disturbance coordinator would determine the cause of the noise complaint (e.g., starting too early, bad muffler, etc.) and institute reasonable measures as warranted to correct the problem. A telephone number for the disturbance coordinator shall be conspicuously posted at the construction site.

Action OS 1a: Work with the Sonoma County Permit and Resource Management Department to ensure that Open Space/Parks, Agricultural, and Rural Residential lands within the Sphere of Influence and Urban Growth Boundary are zoned appropriately as rural residential, agricultural, parks, and other limited development or recreational uses in order to limit growth-inducement and development.

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Unincorporated
properties to the
south, west, and
northwest of the city
are primarily zoned
rural residential
and/or agricultural by
the County. The City
has pre-zoned
properties in the
Sphere of Influence as
agricultural.

Additional evaluation
of these designations 307 of 335

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is underway through
the 2025 HCP
coordination with the
County.

Action OS 1b: Review all proposals involving County land, within or adjacent to the Sphere of Influence or Urban Growth Boundary, to ensure adequate preservation of community separators and resources.

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. See OS 1a.

Action OS 1c: Work with property owners willing to set up land trusts within the City limits. Community Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing as needed.

Action OS 1d: Update the Land Use Code to require new development to provide for active and passive open space, whether directly or through in-lieu contribution.

Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

Woonerf standards for
multifamily were
adopted late 2022.

Objective Design
Standards for
multifamily and “plex”
housing and Cottage
Housing Standards
also include open
space standards. The
new development on
116 corridor will be
required to dedicate
additional park land
and to pay an in-lieu
park development fee.

In 2025, the SWSP
update included new
open space standards
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for high density
development within
the plan area.

Action OS 1e: Work in cooperation with County Permit and Resource Management Department staff to ensure land use compatibility and discourage subdivision within the areas designated as open space or community separators (see Figure 9.1).

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing
Action OS 1f: Review all development proposals, planning projects, and infrastructure projects to ensure that open space and scenic resource impacts are reduced by maximizing design features that preserve a sense of open space and by minimizing off-site and night sky impacts of outdoor lighting consistent, with the requirements of the Land Use Code.

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing
Action OS 1g: Revise the Design Review Guidelines to require clustering or other measures to preserve a sense of openness in new developments that are adjacent to open space or scenic resource areas.

Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. State law
limits local ability to
regulate in some
instances.

Action OS-2a: Update the Municipal Code to establish minimum parks and open space standards for new development. At a minimum, the standards shall seek to maintain one acre of park land per 200 residents.

Additional measures may include requirements to establish assessment or tax districts to fund park maintenance, open space requirements, and provisions for in-lieu fees in instances where it is not feasible or appropriate for new development to provide park land on-site.

Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

In 2025, the
park/recreation
Impact Fee Update
was based on a
combination of the
General Plan
threshold, the Quimby
Act and the Impact
Fee Act, seeking to
ensure adequate
parkland is provided in
keeping with the 309 of 335

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allowances of state
law. All Objective
Design Standards
require a minimum of
150 square feet of
open space per
multifamily dwelling
unit. New
developments on
Highway 116 plan to
both dedicate park
lane and utilize the
parks in-lieu fee.

Action OS-2b: Use the Capital Improvement Program to maintain parks and recreation facilities and as the basis for determining supplemental funds collected for parks and open space development. The City’s population and acreage of parks/recreation facilities shall be tabulated periodically to ensure that parkland is developed consistent with the ratio of one acre of park land per 200 residents.

Public Works/
Engineering,
Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

The city prepares and
adopts an annual
Capital Improvement
Program. The CIP
identifies funding
sources and earmarks
funds for
improvements to City
parks. Impact Fees will
support the
development of new
park facilities.

Action OS-2c: Continue to work with the Cotati-Rohnert Park Unified School District to maintain a joint use agreement to allow Cotati residents and organizations to utilize school facilities for a range of recreation- and education-oriented activities.

City Manager Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Initial conversations,
but no formal
agreement on joint 310 of 335

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facility use has been
developed at this
time. There are annual
field trips with
Thomas Page
Academy to City Hall,
Police Department
and in 2025 the 4th
grade class visit to the
historic VerondaFalletti Ranch began.

Students get history
lessons of the ranch
and a demonstration
on animal and ranch
care. The city partners
with Santa Rosa Junior
College for a variety of
recreation classes held
at City facilities.

Action SA 1a: Prepare and adopt a coordinated Emergency Response Plan. The Emergency Response Plan should be developed collaboratively with City departments and outside agencies that provide services for police protection, fire, public works, flood control, and other emergency services. The Emergency Response Plan should include information regarding emergency access routes for major flood or fire events, measures to ensure adequate access for emergency vehicles on designated emergency routes, and the location of emergency shelters and evacuation areas. The Plan should also include protocols for the dissemination of information following a disaster, establish roles and responsibilities for City staff and public safety officials during and after an emergency, and identify resources available to the public during and after an emergency or natural disaster.

City Manager,
Police
Department,
Public Work/
Engineering,
Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. An
Emergency Response
Plan has
been adopted, and we
continue to work with
allied
partners and City
leadership to train in
emergency response.

We participated in an
EOC and
interoperability drill at 311 of 335

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the Cotati Police
Department’s
EOC/training room in
2025. The training
consisted
of navigating through
a compounding
disaster
scenario, testing
and utilizing equipme
nt, and updating
information
materials. The Police
Department
also participated in
EOC training with the
Cotati-Rohnert Park
school district, most
specifically at Thomas
Page Academy. Hi-Lo
siren information,
emergency alert
system sign-up
information,
evacuation
routes, and a video
showing the audible
Hi-Lo siren on a Cotati
Police car are
advertised and posted
on social media, the
city website, and
other media platforms
so the community can
have on-going access
to information related 312 of 335

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to disaster
preparedness, with a
focus specifically on
wildfire safety.

Action SA 1b: Support regional earthquake preparedness activities such as strapping water heaters, organizing periodic city-wide earthquake drills, providing first aid training and disaster preparedness classes to neighborhood groups, and encouraging residents and businesses to stockpile emergency food, water, and medical supplies.

City Manager,
Police
Department,
Public Works/
Engineering,
Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. The Police
Department works in
conjunction with
County Emergency
Services.

The City shares this
information via its
website and social
media for education
and emergency signup access. The City’s
Building Department c
onducts safety
inspections of
properties.

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audible Hi-Lo siren on
a Cotati Police car are
advertised and posted
on social media, the
city website, and
other media platforms
so the community can
have on-going access
to information related
to disaster
preparedness,
including earthquake
preparedness. We par
ticipated in an EOC
and interoperability
drill at the Cotati
Police Department’s
EOC/training room in
2025. The training
consisted
of navigating through
a compounding
disaster
scenario, testing
and utilizing equipme
nt, and updating
information
materials. The Police
Department
also participated in an
EOC training with the
Cotati-Rohnert Park
school district, most
specifically at Thomas
Page Academy, for
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Department
Priority/
Timing Status
“The Great Shakeout”
exercise/training.

Action SA 1c: Encourage schools, neighborhood associations, mobile home park associations and other interested groups to teach first aid and disaster preparedness, including Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) programs, Map Your Neighborhood programs, and other tools available to neighborhood and community groups to improve disaster preparedness.

City Manager,
Police
Department,
Public Works/
Engineering,
Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments: Ongoing
The City works with
County Emergency
Services for these
programs, with
the City promoting
them on its website.

The City utilizes Civic
Ready for emergency
notifications to the
community, to which
citizens are
encouraged to sign
up. Hi-Lo siren
information,
emergency alert
system sign-up
information,
evacuation routes and
a video showing the
audible Hi-Lo siren on
a Cotati Police car are
advertised and posted
on social media, the
city website, and
other media platforms
so the community can
have on-going access
to information related
to disaster
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Department
Priority/
Timing Status
2025, the Police
Department
continued its practice
of holding Area Officer
(Beat) meetings.

Action SA 1d: Periodically review, maintain and repair City roadways and emergency access routes and provide signage, where necessary, to clearly identify emergency access routes.

Public Works/
Engineering
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. City
coordinates with
Police and Fire on all
City street
improvements
projects and private
development roadway
improvements.

Action SA 1e: Seek funding from State, Federal, and other sources to assist in emergency management planning, including community education and outreach describing public procedures and evacuation routes in the event of an emergency or natural disaster.

City Manager,
Police
Department,
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

The City received
FEMA grant funding to
create its first Local
Hazard Mitigation
Plan, which is
complete and
adopted. Evacuation
zones are on the City
website and the City
runs annual Hi-Lo
siren evacuation drills
demonstration on
social media. The City
has applied to FEMA
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Department
Priority/
Timing Status
generator for the City
Hall/Police Complex.

The city is actively
working with the
County Department of
Emergency
Management on the
countywide plan.

The Police
Department conducts
constant outreach
regarding public safety
and emergency
management. The City
is divided/mapped
into 6 beats, each with
an assigned area
officer who is
available to answer
citizen and business
questions and hold
area community
meetings at least
twice per year in each
beat. The City
continues to seek
alternative funding
streams to enhance
these endeavors. The
City utilizes Civic
Ready for emergency
notifications to the
community, to which
citizens are
encouraged to sign
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Department
Priority/
Timing Status
information,
emergency alert
system sign-up
information,
evacuation routes and
a video showing the
audible Hi-Lo siren on
a Cotati Police car are
advertised and posted
on social media, the
city website, and
other media platforms
so the community can
have on-going access
to information related
to disaster
preparedness.

Action SA 1f: Develop and annually update an emergency contact list and emergency response information on the City’s website. The information should include emergency access routes, available emergency resources, and contact information for emergency responders.

City Manager,
Police
Department
A/
Ongoing
Complete
In progress
Comments:

The City maintains an
internal emergency
contact list that is
updated routinely
with the emergency
response plan. The
City publishes the
evacuation zones,
which are available on
the City website.

Action SA 1g: Develop a public information program which will provide all citizens with access to needed information concerning disaster preparedness and safety.

City Manager,
Police
Department
A Complete
In progress
Comments:
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Department
Priority/
Timing Status
The City website has
an Emergency
Preparedness list of
Fire and Medical
Services, Making your
Home Safe, and
County Wide Hazard
Mitigation Plan. Civic
Ready alerts are in
place.

Action SA 1h: Conduct annual emergency response drills with key members of the City, local leaders, and emergency response personnel. The training should include the dissemination of information to the public regarding emergency response procedures, resources, and City responsibilities.

City Manager,
Police
Department
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Working with allied
partners, the
City’s leadership partic
ipated in an EOC and
interoperability drill at
the Cotati Police
Department’s
EOC/training room in
2025, as well as a
separate EOC drill
with Cotati-Rohnert
Park public school
district during “The
Great Shakeout”
exercise.

The training consisted
of navigating through
a compounding
disaster scenario,
testing
and utilizing equipme
nt, and updating 319 of 335

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Department
Priority/
Timing Status
information materials.

Hi-Lo siren
information,
emergency alert
system sign-up
information,
evacuation routes,
and a video showing
the audible Hi-Lo siren
on a Cotati Police car
are advertised and
posted on social
media, the city
website, and other
media platforms so
the community can
have on-going access
to information related
to disaster
preparedness.

Action SA 1i: Establish procedures to allow local citizen and community groups to utilize City-owned facilities to conduct disaster training and preparation programs.

City Manager A Complete
In progress
Comments:

Trainings at City
facilities have included
search and rescue,
and regular ham radio
testing in the City
Emergency Operations
Center.

Action SA 1j: Require strict adherence to the requirements of the California Building Standards in all areas of the City and, during the development review process, ensure that public and critical use buildings shall not be located in areas susceptible to potential natural hazards.

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

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Action Responsible
Department
Priority/
Timing Status
Action SA 1k: Any critical use building shall meet earthquake codes and standards. Community Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing.

Action SA 1l: Coordinate with Sonoma County to implement portions of the Sonoma County Hazard Mitigation Plan that are applicable and appropriate within the City of Cotati.

City Manager,
Police
Department,
Public Works/
Engineering,
Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

The Hazard mitigation
plan is complete and
coordinated with
Countywide plan.

Action SA 2a: Require a geotechnical analysis for construction in areas with potential geological hazards and require that recommendations from the geotechnical analysis are incorporated into the project’s design and engineering.

Public Works/
Engineering,
Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing
Action SA 2b: All building code requirements shall be adhered to so as to provide for maximum safety requirements. Inspections for compliance shall be made by the Building Division prior to approval for occupancy.

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing
Action SA 2c: Maintain and enforce standards in the Cotati Municipal Code which specify maximum permissible vegetation removal, soil compaction, and site coverage. Inspections by the Building Division and Engineering Department will ensure compliance.

Public Works/
Engineering,
Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing
Action SA 2d: As part of the development review process, ensure development applications incorporate drainage and erosion standards identified in the Cotati Municipal Code. Inspections by the Building Division and Engineering Department will ensure compliance.

Public Works/
Engineering,
Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing
Action SA 2e: Require the submission of geologic and soils reports for all new developments. The geologic risk areas that are determined from these studies shall have standards established and recommendations shall be incorporated into development.

Public Works/
Engineering,
Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
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Action Responsible
Department
Priority/
Timing Status
Ongoing
Action SA 2f: When a change in natural grade or removal of existing vegetation is necessary, appropriate vegetative cover to stabilize slopes and reduce erosion will be required. This shall be accomplished through the development and design review process.

Community
Development,
Public Works/
Engineering
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing
Action SA 2g: Review, and amend if necessary, the Land Use Code to allow only those uses compatible with site specific geologic conditions in areas of liquefaction or slope instability. The Planning Division shall develop appropriate development standards and review and amend as necessary.

Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing
Action SA 2h: Enforce the Municipal Code to ensure the implementation of measures and standards that will insure compatibility with site specific geologic conditions. The Community Development and Public Works/Engineering Departments will evaluate and amend the criteria as necessary.

Public Works/
Engineering,
Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing
Action SA 2i: Annually review revisions to the California Building Standards Code (CBSC) and consider adoption of updates to the CBSC that include new or revised measures to avoid or reduce the potential for damage to structures and facilities caused by ground shaking and other geologic hazards.

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing
Action SA 2j: As applications for building permits are received, identify and inspect seismically unsafe buildings and structures, including unreinforced masonry buildings.

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing
Action SA 2k: Explore programs and funding sources that would encourage, assist, or provide incentives to property owners to retrofit their buildings for seismic safety, such as the Unreinforced Masonry (URM) program.

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing Multiple
Social Media and
website posts have
advertised the State
Earthquake Brace and
Bolt Grant program in
2025. 322 of 335

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Action Responsible
Department
Priority/
Timing Status
Action SA 3a: Periodically review, and update as needed, the Cotati Storm Drain Master Plan, and continue to require new development projects to construct and implement all applicable standards and improvements contained in the Santa Rosa LID Manual, or equivalent document that implements the City’s stormwater permit.

Public Works/
Engineering
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

City requires new
development and
redevelopment to
follow the Santa Rosa
LID Manual. The City’s
2002 Storm Water
Master Plan has not
been updated.

However, the LID
requirements are met
by following the SR
LID Manual which is
regularly updated and
the MS4 Committee
holds annual
workshops for
contractors and
municipal staff.

Additionally, in 2022
the City submitted to
the State Water Board
its Trash
Implementation Plan
(TIP) and met with the
board in 2024. In late
2025, the Regional
Board provided
comments on the
City’s TIP and City
Staff are currently
incorporating these
comments and 323 of 335

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Action Responsible
Department
Priority/
Timing Status
anticipate an
approved TIP in early
2026.

Action SA 3b: During preparation of the Capital Improvement Program, review the conditions of bridges, culverts, and other flood control and storm water conveyance infrastructure and include necessary improvements on the CIP to ensure safety of persons in the City and adequate conveyance of flood waters.

Public Works/
Engineering
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

The City repairs storm
water facilities as part
of its O&M. Sonoma
Water owns and
maintains the major
storm water
conveyance facilities
through the City.

Action SA 3c: Seek State and Federal funding for improvements to existing flood control and drainage infrastructure.

Public Works/
Engineering
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

The Cotati Creek
Bypass Project did not
get constructed
because of steep cost
increases. However,
the City terminated
the agreement with
Sonoma Water, and
Sonoma Water
retaining ownership
and maintenance
responsibilities for
Zone 1a facilities
through the City.

Action SA 3d: Review the Cotati Municipal Code, including Chapter 15.04, Floodplain Management, and revise as necessary to ensure that development standards are consistent with the requirements of Public Works/
Engineering
A Complete
In progress
Comments: 324 of 335

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Action Responsible
Department
Priority/
Timing Status
state law, including Government Code Section 65007. Development and building standards shall require the following:

1. New structures proposed for location within the 100-year floodplain shall be elevated one (1) foot or more above the 100-year flood elevation.

2. New construction in the 100-year floodplain shall be designed and constructed so that they do not contribute to cumulative flooding problems that could pose a hazard to surrounding landowners or the public.

3. Discourage extensive areas of impermeable surfaces and promote the use of permeable materials for surfaces such as driveways and parking lots.

4. Ensure new development within areas prone to flooding include all-weather access roads or other measures to ensure access during a flood event.

Complete. The City’s
MS4 permit requires
new development to
maintain the site
runoff intensities of
the undeveloped site.

This is achieved by
measures to slow,
store, and treat the
runoff post
construction.

Action SA 3e: Work with the Sonoma County Water Agency to maintain adequate and appropriate flood channels.

Public Works/
Engineering
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

City routinely
communicates with
Sonoma Water for
creek and Laguna
maintenance and for
long-range capital
projects as part of
Zone 1 proceedings.

Action SA 3f: Maintain unimproved drainage channels on a periodic basis. Public Works/ Engineering
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. This is part of
routine City O&M.

Action SA 3g: As part of the development review process, require developers to prepare hydrological studies for all new developments as required by the City Engineer. Studies shall encompass the project site as well as the entire drainage area.

Public Works/
Engineering,
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments: 325 of 335

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Action Responsible
Department
Priority/
Timing Status
Community
Development
Ongoing. Incorporated
in standard
development review
and conditioning
procedures.

Action SA 3h: Review the Safety Element concurrently with the periodically updated Housing Element to update any new information regarding floodplain mapping and/or regulations to ensure consistency with Federal and State requirements.

Community
Development
Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

FEMA has not notified
the City of any
updated flood
mapping or federal
regulations impacting
HA in 2025.

Action SA 3i: Through participation as a member of the Sonoma County Waste Management Agency, work to educate the community about alternative products.

City Manager Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

Ongoing. A recent
example is the takeout container
ordinance that
allowed restaurants to
impose a fee for
disposable utensils
and containers. In
2024 the City began
planning for the
Climate Ready Cotati
Fair which will include
presentations by Zero
Waste Sonoma and
Recology, and utilize
reusable dishes and
utensils. 326 of 335

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Department
Priority/
Timing Status
Action SA 3j: Continue to support the creation of a permanent hazardous waste storage facility by the Sonoma County Waste Management Agency.

City Manager Ongoing Complete
In progress
Comments:

The Waste Agency
(Zero Waste Sonoma)
has hazardous
materials drop off at
Central Landfill and
has purchased the
property and is in
design for a new drop
off facility in North
County (Town of
Windsor).

Action SA 3k: Prepare and maintain an inventory of environmentally contaminated sites to educate future landowners about contamination from previous uses. The City shall work directly with landowners in the cleanup of these sites, particularly in areas with redevelopment potential.

Community
Development
A Complete
In progress
Comments:

The City’s public GIS
website identifies
properties that are
listed as contaminated
by the Water Quality
Control Board.
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7. LAND USE
Cotati General Plan
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General Plan
Implementation
Annual Progress
Report
2025
Cotati City Council
March 10, 2026
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Background
• General Plan (GP)-City’s vision for the future and
provides a framework for decision-making.
• Current General Plan was adopted in 2015.
• General Housing APR report details the implementation of the General Plan and the progress toward the goal.
• Annual Progress Report (APR) due annually to the State of the California by April 1st.
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Annual
Progress
Report
• Elements of the General Plan include:
 Circulation
 Community Health and Wellness
 Community Services and Facilities
 Conservation
 Economic Vitality
 Land Use
 Noise
 Open Space
 Safety
 (Housing—reported separately)
• Goals, objectives, policies, and actions for each
Element
• Actions are compiled in an Implementation Plan—
format for APR
• CD gathered implementation updates from 2025 for
each action from all departments
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Progress
Summary
• Action items are either individual
department and/or combination of
Efforts
• Some Outdated=Changes in
Priorities; Some beyond City
Control
• Priority and Status Identified,
Including Notes on Specific 2025
Actions
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Recommendation
It is recommended by the Community
Development Department that City
Council review and accept the General
Plan Annual Report.
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Cotati City Council
Agenda Staff Report
Item type: INFORMATION RECEIVED AFTER THE AGENDA WAS POSTED To: City Council
Subject: INFORMATION RECEIVED AFTER THE AGENDA WAS POSTED Date: March 10, 2026
Written by: Kevin Patterson, City Clerk
Recommendation
Information or written comments pertaining to this meeting, and which was received after the agenda was posted, is attached below.

Pursuant to City Council Policy 2025-03: City Council Rules section IV A., written Communications, interested persons or their authorized representative may address the Council by written communication on any matters concerning the City’s business, or any matters over which the Council has control.

1. To be considered for inclusion in the agenda packet, such written communication shall be delivered to the City Clerk no later than 11:00 a.m. of the Wednesday the week preceding the regular Council meeting for which such written communication is intended.

2. If received after the above date and time, but no later than noon the day before the meeting, written communications received by the City Clerk shall be posted on the website by the end of that day and notification provided to the electronic Agenda mailing list by the end of the day. All written communications received by the City Clerk by 5 pm on the City Council meeting day shall be made available to the City Council and public at the City Council meeting.

City Council Policy 2025-03 is available at the online meeting portal at www.cotaticity.gov or by request from the City Clerk at 707-665-3622 or [email protected]. 335 of 335

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