CITY OF PETALUMA, CALIFORNIA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL &
PETALUMA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY (PCDSA) & SPECIAL MEETING OF THE PETALUMA PLANNING COMMISSION
MAYOR
Kevin McDonnell
COUNCIL MEMBERS
Brian Barnacle
Janice Cader Thompson
Alexander DeCarli
Karen Nau, Vice Mayor
Frank Quint
John Shribbs
PLANNING COMMISSIONERS
Sarah Ebner
Brian Goldman, 2 Vice Chair
Jessica Mozes, Chair
Brent Newell, Vice Chair
Darren Racusen
Keith Schildt
CITY MANAGER
Peggy Flynn
CITY CLERK
Caitlin Corley
CITY ATTORNEY
Eric W. Danly
COUNCIL MEETINGS
1 and 3 Mondays of each month
City Hall Council Chamber
11 English Street
Petaluma, CA 94952
CONTACT INFORMATION
Phone (707) 7784360
[email protected]
cityofpetaluma.org
AGENDA
Monday, August 04, 2025
JOINT SESSION WORKSHOP OF CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING COMMISSION – 5:00 PM REGULAR CITY COUNCIL SESSION – 6:30 PM
Pilot Hybrid Meeting Format
City Council meetings are currently being held in a pilot hybrid format, by virtual teleconference as well as inperson.
Teleconference login information and instructions on how to participate for virtual meetings are available in each specific meeting agenda.
How to Observe and/or Participate and Provide Public Comment at a Meeting Attend InPerson: Petaluma City Council Chamber located at 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA. Please fill out a speaker card for each item you wish to speak on, and place in the speaker card box next to the City Clerk.
At this time, the City is temporarily suspending virtual participation by Zoom at Council meetings and will re evaluate at a future date.
Observe Virtually via Zoom: https://cityofpetalumaorg.zoom.us/j/82123574882 Observe via Telephone: One tap mobile: +16694449171,,82123574882# US or dial 1 (669) 4449171 Meeting ID: 821 2357 4882
Watch on TV: Comcast channel 28, UVerse channel 099
Submit Written Public Comment : Email comments to [email protected] or submit your comment online through the agenda portal. Comments that are received at least two hours prior to the meeting will be distributed to the Mayor and City Council Members and placed on the City's website as part of the agenda packet for the meeting.
Comments received after the cutoff time will be posted online and made part of the record the next business day.
Closed Captioning/Live Transcription
This meeting will be transcribed live via the Zoom platform. Inperson attendees will be able to see the transcription at the bottom of the screens in the Council Chamber and City Hall. Zoom attendees with a Zoom version 5.0.2 or higher will be able to see the transcription at the bottom of their personal zoom screen. Learn more at https://support.zoom.us/ .
Decorum
The Mayor has the authority to rule any speaker out of order, including speakers during the General Public Comment period, if the subject raised is not within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council, or during a public hearing or a general business item if the speaker is not presenting testimony or evidence relevant to the matter or if the speaker becomes disruptive to the proceedings and conduct of the meeting. The Mayor also has the authority to order any person who willfully interrupts the meeting to be removed. All persons are expected to conduct themselves with civility and courtesy at all times. All persons giving comments shall speak directly to the Council and address issues, not individuals.
Personal attacks, cursing and outbursts from the audience in support or opposition to a speaker are not tolerated in order to foster an environment where everyone feels welcome to speak.
Animals in Council Chamber
No animals shall be allowed at or brought in to a public meeting by any person except (i) as to members of the public or City staff utilizing the assistance of a service animal, which is defined as a guide dog, signal dog, or other animal individually trained to provide assistance to an individual with a disability, or (ii) as to police officers utilizing the assistance of a dog(s) in law enforcement duties.
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
MOMENT OF SILENCE
AGENDA CHANGES AND DELETIONS (TO CURRENT AGENDA ONLY)
PROCLAMATIONS
United States Coast Guard Day
WORKSHOP JOINT SESSION OF CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING COMMISSION
1. Recommendation to the City Council and Planning Commission of the City of Petaluma to Receive a Staff Presentation and Provide Feedback on Design Concepts and Site Development for the Petaluma Public Safety Facility Project (C11202431) GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT
During General Public Comment , the public is invited to make comments on items of public interest that are within the City Council’s subject matter jurisdiction and that are not listed on the current agenda. Public comments are limited up to three minutes per person. Depending on the number of persons wishing to address the Council, time will be allocated in equal shares totaling no more than twenty minutes, subject to the Council’s discretion (Cal. Gov’t. Code §54954.3(a), Petaluma City Council Rules, Policies and Procedures, III).
COUNCIL COMMENT
CITY MANAGER COMMENT
CONSENT CALENDAR
2. Minutes of the City Council/PCDSA Regular Meeting of July 21, 2025
3. Tentative Agenda for City Council/PCDSA Regular Meeting of September 8, 2025, and Significant Agenda Items for August October 2025
4. Resolution Awarding Contract for the Wetlands Mitigation and Bioretention Rehabilitation as Part of the Petaluma Community Baseball Field (Phase One) (C14501607) Project to Wildcat Engineering and Rejecting the Bid of N G Builder Company as NonResponsive
5. Resolution Authorizing Award of Contract for Phase One of the Transit Fleet Charging Infrastructure Project (C65502214) to Mike Brown Electric, Co. and Rejecting the Bid of Cats 4U, Inc. and SCC Electric, Inc. as NonResponsive
6. Resolution Authorizing the Purchase of Synthetic Turf Materials from FieldTurf USA, Inc., through the California Multiple Award Schedules (CMAS) Program for the Lucchesi Turf Field Replacement Project (C14502008), in the Amount of $722,848
7. Resolution Authorizing Award of Contract for the Hangar Repair at the Petaluma Municipal Airport to Altor Construction, LLC, and Approve a Revised Project Budget
8. Resolution Authorizing the Purchase of a SkidSteer for the Water Resources & Utilities Department through Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute All Documents Necessary to Complete the Purchase
9. Resolution Authorizing the Purchase of a Wood Chipper Machine for the Water Resources & Utilities Department through Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute All Documents Necessary to Complete the Purchase
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION
10. Introduction (First Reading) of an Ordinance and Adoption of an Urgency Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Petaluma to Amend Specified Provisions of Chapter 6.50 of the Petaluma Municipal Code Entitled “Mobilehome Park Space Rent Stabilization Program,” and to Maintain in Effect the Remainder of Chapter 6.50 of the Petaluma Municipal Code
11. Receive, Review, Approve and Adopt FY2425 Annual Military Equipment Use Report and Renew Ordinance No. 2859 N.C.S., which Approved Petaluma Police Department’s Military Equipment Funding, Acquisition, and Use Policy 709, (Use Policy) and Policy 613 Pertaining to Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) and Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGV) in Compliance with California Assembly Bill 481 (AB 481)
12. Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Submit an Amended Resolution for the (2) Grant Agreements with Danco Communities and Sonoma Marin Area Rail Transit for Funding through the Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) Program for the Meridian at Petaluma North Station Affordable Housing Project located at 890 North McDowell Boulevard and finding that the authorization to amend the AHSC grant agreement does not create a physical change in the environment and is therefore not a project under CEQA Guidelines Section 15378
13. Resolution Amending Resolution Nos. 2014036 N.C.S. Setting City Facilities Development Impact Fees, 2014037 N.C.S. Setting Park Land Development Impact Fees, 2014038 N.C.S. Setting NonQuimby Act Park Land Acquisition Fees, 2014039 N.C.S. Setting Open Space Land Acquisition Fees, and 2016076 N.C.S. Setting Traffic Development Impact Fees, to Provide a Loan Option for Payment of the Fees for Certain CitySupported Affordable Housing Projects
Resolution Applying Resolution No. 2025 XXX N.C.S., Adopted on August 4, 2025, Regarding Loan Option for Payment of the Fees for Certain CitySupported Affordable Housing Project to Danco’s Meridian at Petaluma North Station Affordable Housing Project
ADJOURNMENT
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you require special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at [email protected], (707) 7784360 (voice) or (707) 7784480 (TDD). Translators, American Sign Language interpreters, and/or assistive listening devices for individuals with hearing disabilities will be available upon request. A minimum of 48 hours is needed to ensure the availability of translation services. In consideration of those with multiple chemical sensitivities or other environmental illness, it is requested that you refrain from wearing scented products.
The City Clerk hereby certifies that this agenda has been posted in accordance with the requirements of the Government Code.
In accordance with Government Code §54957.5, any materials of public record relating to an agenda item for a regular meeting of the City Council that are provided to a majority of the members less than 72 hours before the meeting will be made available immediately online as part of the agenda packet on the City website at www.cityofpetaluma.org/meetings and at the City Clerk’s Office, 11 English Street, during normal business hours. Materials of public record that are distributed during the meeting shall be made available for public inspection at the meeting if prepared by the City or a member of its legislative/advisory body, or the next business day after the meeting if prepared by some other person.
In accordance with Government Code Section 65009, if you challenge the land use and zoning actions in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City at, or prior to the public hearing.
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CITY OF PETALUMA, CALIFORNIA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL &
PETALUMA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY (PCDSA) & SPECIAL MEETING OF THE PETALUMA PLANNING COMMISSION
MAYOR
Kevin McDonnell
COUNCIL MEMBERS
Brian Barnacle
Janice Cader Thompson
Alexander DeCarli
Karen Nau, Vice Mayor
Frank Quint
John Shribbs
PLANNING COMMISSIONERS
Sarah Ebner
Brian Goldman, 2 Vice Chair
Jessica Mozes, Chair
Brent Newell, Vice Chair
Darren Racusen
Keith Schildt
CITY MANAGER
Peggy Flynn
CITY CLERK
Caitlin Corley
CITY ATTORNEY
Eric W. Danly
COUNCIL MEETINGS
1 and 3 Mondays of each month
City Hall Council Chamber
11 English Street
Petaluma, CA 94952
CONTACT INFORMATION
Phone (707) 7784360
[email protected]
cityofpetaluma.org
AGENDA
Monday, August 04, 2025
JOINT SESSION WORKSHOP OF CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING COMMISSION – 5:00 PM REGULAR CITY COUNCIL SESSION – 6:30 PM
Pilot Hybrid Meeting Format
City Council meetings are currently being held in a pilot hybrid format, by virtual teleconference as well as inperson.
Teleconference login information and instructions on how to participate for virtual meetings are available in each specific meeting agenda.
How to Observe and/or Participate and Provide Public Comment at a Meeting Attend InPerson: Petaluma City Council Chamber located at 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA. Please fill out a speaker card for each item you wish to speak on, and place in the speaker card box next to the City Clerk.
At this time, the City is temporarily suspending virtual participation by Zoom at Council meetings and will re evaluate at a future date.
Observe Virtually via Zoom: https://cityofpetalumaorg.zoom.us/j/82123574882 Observe via Telephone: One tap mobile: +16694449171,,82123574882# US or dial 1 (669) 4449171 Meeting ID: 821 2357 4882
Watch on TV: Comcast channel 28, UVerse channel 099
Submit Written Public Comment : Email comments to [email protected] or submit your comment online through the agenda portal. Comments that are received at least two hours prior to the meeting will be distributed to the Mayor and City Council Members and placed on the City's website as part of the agenda packet for the meeting.
Comments received after the cutoff time will be posted online and made part of the record the next business day.
Closed Captioning/Live Transcription
This meeting will be transcribed live via the Zoom platform. Inperson attendees will be able to see the transcription at the bottom of the screens in the Council Chamber and City Hall. Zoom attendees with a Zoom version 5.0.2 or higher will be able to see the transcription at the bottom of their personal zoom screen. Learn more at https://support.zoom.us/ .
Decorum
The Mayor has the authority to rule any speaker out of order, including speakers during the General Public Comment period, if the subject raised is not within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council, or during a public hearing or a general business item if the speaker is not presenting testimony or evidence relevant to the matter or if the speaker becomes disruptive to the proceedings and conduct of the meeting. The Mayor also has the authority to order any person who willfully interrupts the meeting to be removed. All persons are expected to conduct themselves with civility and courtesy at all times. All persons giving comments shall speak directly to the Council and address issues, not individuals.
Personal attacks, cursing and outbursts from the audience in support or opposition to a speaker are not tolerated in order to foster an environment where everyone feels welcome to speak.
Animals in Council Chamber
No animals shall be allowed at or brought in to a public meeting by any person except (i) as to members of the public or City staff utilizing the assistance of a service animal, which is defined as a guide dog, signal dog, or other animal individually trained to provide assistance to an individual with a disability, or (ii) as to police officers utilizing the assistance of a dog(s) in law enforcement duties.
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
MOMENT OF SILENCE
AGENDA CHANGES AND DELETIONS (TO CURRENT AGENDA ONLY)
PROCLAMATIONS
United States Coast Guard Day
WORKSHOP JOINT SESSION OF CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING COMMISSION
1. Recommendation to the City Council and Planning Commission of the City of Petaluma to Receive a Staff Presentation and Provide Feedback on Design Concepts and Site Development for the Petaluma Public Safety Facility Project (C11202431) GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT
During General Public Comment , the public is invited to make comments on items of public interest that are within the City Council’s subject matter jurisdiction and that are not listed on the current agenda. Public comments are limited up to three minutes per person. Depending on the number of persons wishing to address the Council, time will be allocated in equal shares totaling no more than twenty minutes, subject to the Council’s discretion (Cal. Gov’t. Code §54954.3(a), Petaluma City Council Rules, Policies and Procedures, III).
COUNCIL COMMENT
CITY MANAGER COMMENT
CONSENT CALENDAR
2. Minutes of the City Council/PCDSA Regular Meeting of July 21, 2025
3. Tentative Agenda for City Council/PCDSA Regular Meeting of September 8, 2025, and Significant Agenda Items for August October 2025
4. Resolution Awarding Contract for the Wetlands Mitigation and Bioretention Rehabilitation as Part of the Petaluma Community Baseball Field (Phase One) (C14501607) Project to Wildcat Engineering and Rejecting the Bid of N G Builder Company as NonResponsive
5. Resolution Authorizing Award of Contract for Phase One of the Transit Fleet Charging Infrastructure Project (C65502214) to Mike Brown Electric, Co. and Rejecting the Bid of Cats 4U, Inc. and SCC Electric, Inc. as NonResponsive
6. Resolution Authorizing the Purchase of Synthetic Turf Materials from FieldTurf USA, Inc., through the California Multiple Award Schedules (CMAS) Program for the Lucchesi Turf Field Replacement Project (C14502008), in the Amount of $722,848
7. Resolution Authorizing Award of Contract for the Hangar Repair at the Petaluma Municipal Airport to Altor Construction, LLC, and Approve a Revised Project Budget
8. Resolution Authorizing the Purchase of a SkidSteer for the Water Resources & Utilities Department through Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute All Documents Necessary to Complete the Purchase
9. Resolution Authorizing the Purchase of a Wood Chipper Machine for the Water Resources & Utilities Department through Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute All Documents Necessary to Complete the Purchase
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION
10. Introduction (First Reading) of an Ordinance and Adoption of an Urgency Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Petaluma to Amend Specified Provisions of Chapter 6.50 of the Petaluma Municipal Code Entitled “Mobilehome Park Space Rent Stabilization Program,” and to Maintain in Effect the Remainder of Chapter 6.50 of the Petaluma Municipal Code
11. Receive, Review, Approve and Adopt FY2425 Annual Military Equipment Use Report and Renew Ordinance No. 2859 N.C.S., which Approved Petaluma Police Department’s Military Equipment Funding, Acquisition, and Use Policy 709, (Use Policy) and Policy 613 Pertaining to Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) and Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGV) in Compliance with California Assembly Bill 481 (AB 481)
12. Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Submit an Amended Resolution for the (2) Grant Agreements with Danco Communities and Sonoma Marin Area Rail Transit for Funding through the Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) Program for the Meridian at Petaluma North Station Affordable Housing Project located at 890 North McDowell Boulevard and finding that the authorization to amend the AHSC grant agreement does not create a physical change in the environment and is therefore not a project under CEQA Guidelines Section 15378
13. Resolution Amending Resolution Nos. 2014036 N.C.S. Setting City Facilities Development Impact Fees, 2014037 N.C.S. Setting Park Land Development Impact Fees, 2014038 N.C.S. Setting NonQuimby Act Park Land Acquisition Fees, 2014039 N.C.S. Setting Open Space Land Acquisition Fees, and 2016076 N.C.S. Setting Traffic Development Impact Fees, to Provide a Loan Option for Payment of the Fees for Certain CitySupported Affordable Housing Projects
Resolution Applying Resolution No. 2025 XXX N.C.S., Adopted on August 4, 2025, Regarding Loan Option for Payment of the Fees for Certain CitySupported Affordable Housing Project to Danco’s Meridian at Petaluma North Station Affordable Housing Project
ADJOURNMENT
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you require special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at [email protected], (707) 7784360 (voice) or (707) 7784480 (TDD). Translators, American Sign Language interpreters, and/or assistive listening devices for individuals with hearing disabilities will be available upon request. A minimum of 48 hours is needed to ensure the availability of translation services. In consideration of those with multiple chemical sensitivities or other environmental illness, it is requested that you refrain from wearing scented products.
The City Clerk hereby certifies that this agenda has been posted in accordance with the requirements of the Government Code.
In accordance with Government Code §54957.5, any materials of public record relating to an agenda item for a regular meeting of the City Council that are provided to a majority of the members less than 72 hours before the meeting will be made available immediately online as part of the agenda packet on the City website at www.cityofpetaluma.org/meetings and at the City Clerk’s Office, 11 English Street, during normal business hours. Materials of public record that are distributed during the meeting shall be made available for public inspection at the meeting if prepared by the City or a member of its legislative/advisory body, or the next business day after the meeting if prepared by some other person.
In accordance with Government Code Section 65009, if you challenge the land use and zoning actions in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City at, or prior to the public hearing.
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CITY OF PETALUMA, CALIFORNIA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL &
PETALUMA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY (PCDSA) & SPECIAL MEETING OF THE PETALUMA PLANNING COMMISSION
MAYOR
Kevin McDonnell
COUNCIL MEMBERS
Brian Barnacle
Janice Cader Thompson
Alexander DeCarli
Karen Nau, Vice Mayor
Frank Quint
John Shribbs
PLANNING COMMISSIONERS
Sarah Ebner
Brian Goldman, 2 Vice Chair
Jessica Mozes, Chair
Brent Newell, Vice Chair
Darren Racusen
Keith Schildt
CITY MANAGER
Peggy Flynn
CITY CLERK
Caitlin Corley
CITY ATTORNEY
Eric W. Danly
COUNCIL MEETINGS
1 and 3 Mondays of each month
City Hall Council Chamber
11 English Street
Petaluma, CA 94952
CONTACT INFORMATION
Phone (707) 7784360
[email protected]
cityofpetaluma.org
AGENDA
Monday, August 04, 2025
JOINT SESSION WORKSHOP OF CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING COMMISSION – 5:00 PM REGULAR CITY COUNCIL SESSION – 6:30 PM
Pilot Hybrid Meeting Format
City Council meetings are currently being held in a pilot hybrid format, by virtual teleconference as well as inperson.
Teleconference login information and instructions on how to participate for virtual meetings are available in each specific meeting agenda.
How to Observe and/or Participate and Provide Public Comment at a Meeting Attend InPerson: Petaluma City Council Chamber located at 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA. Please fill out a speaker card for each item you wish to speak on, and place in the speaker card box next to the City Clerk.
At this time, the City is temporarily suspending virtual participation by Zoom at Council meetings and will re evaluate at a future date.
Observe Virtually via Zoom: https://cityofpetalumaorg.zoom.us/j/82123574882 Observe via Telephone: One tap mobile: +16694449171,,82123574882# US or dial 1 (669) 4449171 Meeting ID: 821 2357 4882
Watch on TV: Comcast channel 28, UVerse channel 099
Submit Written Public Comment : Email comments to [email protected] or submit your comment online through the agenda portal. Comments that are received at least two hours prior to the meeting will be distributed to the Mayor and City Council Members and placed on the City's website as part of the agenda packet for the meeting.
Comments received after the cutoff time will be posted online and made part of the record the next business day.
Closed Captioning/Live Transcription
This meeting will be transcribed live via the Zoom platform. Inperson attendees will be able to see the transcription at the bottom of the screens in the Council Chamber and City Hall. Zoom attendees with a Zoom version 5.0.2 or higher will be able to see the transcription at the bottom of their personal zoom screen. Learn more at https://support.zoom.us/ .
Decorum
The Mayor has the authority to rule any speaker out of order, including speakers during the General Public Comment period, if the subject raised is not within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council, or during a public hearing or a general business item if the speaker is not presenting testimony or evidence relevant to the matter or if the speaker becomes disruptive to the proceedings and conduct of the meeting. The Mayor also has the authority to order any person who willfully interrupts the meeting to be removed. All persons are expected to conduct themselves with civility and courtesy at all times. All persons giving comments shall speak directly to the Council and address issues, not individuals.
Personal attacks, cursing and outbursts from the audience in support or opposition to a speaker are not tolerated in order to foster an environment where everyone feels welcome to speak.
Animals in Council Chamber
No animals shall be allowed at or brought in to a public meeting by any person except (i) as to members of the public or City staff utilizing the assistance of a service animal, which is defined as a guide dog, signal dog, or other animal individually trained to provide assistance to an individual with a disability, or (ii) as to police officers utilizing the assistance of a dog(s) in law enforcement duties.
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
MOMENT OF SILENCE
AGENDA CHANGES AND DELETIONS (TO CURRENT AGENDA ONLY)
PROCLAMATIONS
United States Coast Guard Day
WORKSHOP JOINT SESSION OF CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING COMMISSION
1. Recommendation to the City Council and Planning Commission of the City of Petaluma to Receive a Staff Presentation and Provide Feedback on Design Concepts and Site Development for the Petaluma Public Safety Facility Project (C11202431) GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT
During General Public Comment , the public is invited to make comments on items of public interest that are within the City Council’s subject matter jurisdiction and that are not listed on the current agenda. Public comments are limited up to three minutes per person. Depending on the number of persons wishing to address the Council, time will be allocated in equal shares totaling no more than twenty minutes, subject to the Council’s discretion (Cal. Gov’t. Code §54954.3(a), Petaluma City Council Rules, Policies and Procedures, III).
COUNCIL COMMENT
CITY MANAGER COMMENT
CONSENT CALENDAR
2. Minutes of the City Council/PCDSA Regular Meeting of July 21, 2025
3. Tentative Agenda for City Council/PCDSA Regular Meeting of September 8, 2025, and Significant Agenda Items for August October 2025
4. Resolution Awarding Contract for the Wetlands Mitigation and Bioretention Rehabilitation as Part of the Petaluma Community Baseball Field (Phase One) (C14501607) Project to Wildcat Engineering and Rejecting the Bid of N G Builder Company as NonResponsive
5. Resolution Authorizing Award of Contract for Phase One of the Transit Fleet Charging Infrastructure Project (C65502214) to Mike Brown Electric, Co. and Rejecting the Bid of Cats 4U, Inc. and SCC Electric, Inc. as NonResponsive
6. Resolution Authorizing the Purchase of Synthetic Turf Materials from FieldTurf USA, Inc., through the California Multiple Award Schedules (CMAS) Program for the Lucchesi Turf Field Replacement Project (C14502008), in the Amount of $722,848
7. Resolution Authorizing Award of Contract for the Hangar Repair at the Petaluma Municipal Airport to Altor Construction, LLC, and Approve a Revised Project Budget
8. Resolution Authorizing the Purchase of a SkidSteer for the Water Resources & Utilities Department through Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute All Documents Necessary to Complete the Purchase
9. Resolution Authorizing the Purchase of a Wood Chipper Machine for the Water Resources & Utilities Department through Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute All Documents Necessary to Complete the Purchase
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION
10. Introduction (First Reading) of an Ordinance and Adoption of an Urgency Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Petaluma to Amend Specified Provisions of Chapter 6.50 of the Petaluma Municipal Code Entitled “Mobilehome Park Space Rent Stabilization Program,” and to Maintain in Effect the Remainder of Chapter 6.50 of the Petaluma Municipal Code
11. Receive, Review, Approve and Adopt FY2425 Annual Military Equipment Use Report and Renew Ordinance No. 2859 N.C.S., which Approved Petaluma Police Department’s Military Equipment Funding, Acquisition, and Use Policy 709, (Use Policy) and Policy 613 Pertaining to Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) and Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGV) in Compliance with California Assembly Bill 481 (AB 481)
12. Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Submit an Amended Resolution for the (2) Grant Agreements with Danco Communities and Sonoma Marin Area Rail Transit for Funding through the Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) Program for the Meridian at Petaluma North Station Affordable Housing Project located at 890 North McDowell Boulevard and finding that the authorization to amend the AHSC grant agreement does not create a physical change in the environment and is therefore not a project under CEQA Guidelines Section 15378
13. Resolution Amending Resolution Nos. 2014036 N.C.S. Setting City Facilities Development Impact Fees, 2014037 N.C.S. Setting Park Land Development Impact Fees, 2014038 N.C.S. Setting NonQuimby Act Park Land Acquisition Fees, 2014039 N.C.S. Setting Open Space Land Acquisition Fees, and 2016076 N.C.S. Setting Traffic Development Impact Fees, to Provide a Loan Option for Payment of the Fees for Certain CitySupported Affordable Housing Projects
Resolution Applying Resolution No. 2025 XXX N.C.S., Adopted on August 4, 2025, Regarding Loan Option for Payment of the Fees for Certain CitySupported Affordable Housing Project to Danco’s Meridian at Petaluma North Station Affordable Housing Project
ADJOURNMENT
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you require special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at [email protected], (707) 7784360 (voice) or (707) 7784480 (TDD). Translators, American Sign Language interpreters, and/or assistive listening devices for individuals with hearing disabilities will be available upon request. A minimum of 48 hours is needed to ensure the availability of translation services. In consideration of those with multiple chemical sensitivities or other environmental illness, it is requested that you refrain from wearing scented products.
The City Clerk hereby certifies that this agenda has been posted in accordance with the requirements of the Government Code.
In accordance with Government Code §54957.5, any materials of public record relating to an agenda item for a regular meeting of the City Council that are provided to a majority of the members less than 72 hours before the meeting will be made available immediately online as part of the agenda packet on the City website at www.cityofpetaluma.org/meetings and at the City Clerk’s Office, 11 English Street, during normal business hours. Materials of public record that are distributed during the meeting shall be made available for public inspection at the meeting if prepared by the City or a member of its legislative/advisory body, or the next business day after the meeting if prepared by some other person.
In accordance with Government Code Section 65009, if you challenge the land use and zoning actions in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City at, or prior to the public hearing.
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CITY OF PETALUMA, CALIFORNIA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL &
PETALUMA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY (PCDSA) & SPECIAL MEETING OF THE PETALUMA PLANNING COMMISSION
MAYOR
Kevin McDonnell
COUNCIL MEMBERS
Brian Barnacle
Janice Cader Thompson
Alexander DeCarli
Karen Nau, Vice Mayor
Frank Quint
John Shribbs
PLANNING COMMISSIONERS
Sarah Ebner
Brian Goldman, 2 Vice Chair
Jessica Mozes, Chair
Brent Newell, Vice Chair
Darren Racusen
Keith Schildt
CITY MANAGER
Peggy Flynn
CITY CLERK
Caitlin Corley
CITY ATTORNEY
Eric W. Danly
COUNCIL MEETINGS
1 and 3 Mondays of each month
City Hall Council Chamber
11 English Street
Petaluma, CA 94952
CONTACT INFORMATION
Phone (707) 7784360
[email protected]
cityofpetaluma.org
AGENDA
Monday, August 04, 2025
JOINT SESSION WORKSHOP OF CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING COMMISSION – 5:00 PM REGULAR CITY COUNCIL SESSION – 6:30 PM
Pilot Hybrid Meeting Format
City Council meetings are currently being held in a pilot hybrid format, by virtual teleconference as well as inperson.
Teleconference login information and instructions on how to participate for virtual meetings are available in each specific meeting agenda.
How to Observe and/or Participate and Provide Public Comment at a Meeting Attend InPerson: Petaluma City Council Chamber located at 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA. Please fill out a speaker card for each item you wish to speak on, and place in the speaker card box next to the City Clerk.
At this time, the City is temporarily suspending virtual participation by Zoom at Council meetings and will re evaluate at a future date.
Observe Virtually via Zoom: https://cityofpetalumaorg.zoom.us/j/82123574882 Observe via Telephone: One tap mobile: +16694449171,,82123574882# US or dial 1 (669) 4449171 Meeting ID: 821 2357 4882
Watch on TV: Comcast channel 28, UVerse channel 099
Submit Written Public Comment : Email comments to [email protected] or submit your comment online through the agenda portal. Comments that are received at least two hours prior to the meeting will be distributed to the Mayor and City Council Members and placed on the City's website as part of the agenda packet for the meeting.
Comments received after the cutoff time will be posted online and made part of the record the next business day.
Closed Captioning/Live Transcription
This meeting will be transcribed live via the Zoom platform. Inperson attendees will be able to see the transcription at the bottom of the screens in the Council Chamber and City Hall. Zoom attendees with a Zoom version 5.0.2 or higher will be able to see the transcription at the bottom of their personal zoom screen. Learn more at https://support.zoom.us/ .
Decorum
The Mayor has the authority to rule any speaker out of order, including speakers during the General Public Comment period, if the subject raised is not within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council, or during a public hearing or a general business item if the speaker is not presenting testimony or evidence relevant to the matter or if the speaker becomes disruptive to the proceedings and conduct of the meeting. The Mayor also has the authority to order any person who willfully interrupts the meeting to be removed. All persons are expected to conduct themselves with civility and courtesy at all times. All persons giving comments shall speak directly to the Council and address issues, not individuals.
Personal attacks, cursing and outbursts from the audience in support or opposition to a speaker are not tolerated in order to foster an environment where everyone feels welcome to speak.
Animals in Council Chamber
No animals shall be allowed at or brought in to a public meeting by any person except (i) as to members of the public or City staff utilizing the assistance of a service animal, which is defined as a guide dog, signal dog, or other animal individually trained to provide assistance to an individual with a disability, or (ii) as to police officers utilizing the assistance of a dog(s) in law enforcement duties.
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
MOMENT OF SILENCE
AGENDA CHANGES AND DELETIONS (TO CURRENT AGENDA ONLY)
PROCLAMATIONS
United States Coast Guard Day
WORKSHOP JOINT SESSION OF CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING COMMISSION
1. Recommendation to the City Council and Planning Commission of the City of Petaluma to Receive a Staff Presentation and Provide Feedback on Design Concepts and Site Development for the Petaluma Public Safety Facility Project (C11202431) GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT
During General Public Comment , the public is invited to make comments on items of public interest that are within the City Council’s subject matter jurisdiction and that are not listed on the current agenda. Public comments are limited up to three minutes per person. Depending on the number of persons wishing to address the Council, time will be allocated in equal shares totaling no more than twenty minutes, subject to the Council’s discretion (Cal. Gov’t. Code §54954.3(a), Petaluma City Council Rules, Policies and Procedures, III).
COUNCIL COMMENT
CITY MANAGER COMMENT
CONSENT CALENDAR
2. Minutes of the City Council/PCDSA Regular Meeting of July 21, 2025
3. Tentative Agenda for City Council/PCDSA Regular Meeting of September 8, 2025, and Significant Agenda Items for August October 2025
4. Resolution Awarding Contract for the Wetlands Mitigation and Bioretention Rehabilitation as Part of the Petaluma Community Baseball Field (Phase One) (C14501607) Project to Wildcat Engineering and Rejecting the Bid of N G Builder Company as NonResponsive
5. Resolution Authorizing Award of Contract for Phase One of the Transit Fleet Charging Infrastructure Project (C65502214) to Mike Brown Electric, Co. and Rejecting the Bid of Cats 4U, Inc. and SCC Electric, Inc. as NonResponsive
6. Resolution Authorizing the Purchase of Synthetic Turf Materials from FieldTurf USA, Inc., through the California Multiple Award Schedules (CMAS) Program for the Lucchesi Turf Field Replacement Project (C14502008), in the Amount of $722,848
7. Resolution Authorizing Award of Contract for the Hangar Repair at the Petaluma Municipal Airport to Altor Construction, LLC, and Approve a Revised Project Budget
8. Resolution Authorizing the Purchase of a SkidSteer for the Water Resources & Utilities Department through Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute All Documents Necessary to Complete the Purchase
9. Resolution Authorizing the Purchase of a Wood Chipper Machine for the Water Resources & Utilities Department through Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute All Documents Necessary to Complete the Purchase
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION
10. Introduction (First Reading) of an Ordinance and Adoption of an Urgency Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Petaluma to Amend Specified Provisions of Chapter 6.50 of the Petaluma Municipal Code Entitled “Mobilehome Park Space Rent Stabilization Program,” and to Maintain in Effect the Remainder of Chapter 6.50 of the Petaluma Municipal Code
11. Receive, Review, Approve and Adopt FY2425 Annual Military Equipment Use Report and Renew Ordinance No. 2859 N.C.S., which Approved Petaluma Police Department’s Military Equipment Funding, Acquisition, and Use Policy 709, (Use Policy) and Policy 613 Pertaining to Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) and Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGV) in Compliance with California Assembly Bill 481 (AB 481)
12. Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Submit an Amended Resolution for the (2) Grant Agreements with Danco Communities and Sonoma Marin Area Rail Transit for Funding through the Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) Program for the Meridian at Petaluma North Station Affordable Housing Project located at 890 North McDowell Boulevard and finding that the authorization to amend the AHSC grant agreement does not create a physical change in the environment and is therefore not a project under CEQA Guidelines Section 15378
13. Resolution Amending Resolution Nos. 2014036 N.C.S. Setting City Facilities Development Impact Fees, 2014037 N.C.S. Setting Park Land Development Impact Fees, 2014038 N.C.S. Setting NonQuimby Act Park Land Acquisition Fees, 2014039 N.C.S. Setting Open Space Land Acquisition Fees, and 2016076 N.C.S. Setting Traffic Development Impact Fees, to Provide a Loan Option for Payment of the Fees for Certain CitySupported Affordable Housing Projects
Resolution Applying Resolution No. 2025 XXX N.C.S., Adopted on August 4, 2025, Regarding Loan Option for Payment of the Fees for Certain CitySupported Affordable Housing Project to Danco’s Meridian at Petaluma North Station Affordable Housing Project
ADJOURNMENT
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you require special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at [email protected], (707) 7784360 (voice) or (707) 7784480 (TDD). Translators, American Sign Language interpreters, and/or assistive listening devices for individuals with hearing disabilities will be available upon request. A minimum of 48 hours is needed to ensure the availability of translation services. In consideration of those with multiple chemical sensitivities or other environmental illness, it is requested that you refrain from wearing scented products.
The City Clerk hereby certifies that this agenda has been posted in accordance with the requirements of the Government Code.
In accordance with Government Code §54957.5, any materials of public record relating to an agenda item for a regular meeting of the City Council that are provided to a majority of the members less than 72 hours before the meeting will be made available immediately online as part of the agenda packet on the City website at www.cityofpetaluma.org/meetings and at the City Clerk’s Office, 11 English Street, during normal business hours. Materials of public record that are distributed during the meeting shall be made available for public inspection at the meeting if prepared by the City or a member of its legislative/advisory body, or the next business day after the meeting if prepared by some other person.
In accordance with Government Code Section 65009, if you challenge the land use and zoning actions in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City at, or prior to the public hearing.
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CITY OF PETALUMA, CALIFORNIA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL &
PETALUMA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY (PCDSA) & SPECIAL MEETING OF THE PETALUMA PLANNING COMMISSION
MAYOR
Kevin McDonnell
COUNCIL MEMBERS
Brian Barnacle
Janice Cader Thompson
Alexander DeCarli
Karen Nau, Vice Mayor
Frank Quint
John Shribbs
PLANNING COMMISSIONERS
Sarah Ebner
Brian Goldman, 2 Vice Chair
Jessica Mozes, Chair
Brent Newell, Vice Chair
Darren Racusen
Keith Schildt
CITY MANAGER
Peggy Flynn
CITY CLERK
Caitlin Corley
CITY ATTORNEY
Eric W. Danly
COUNCIL MEETINGS
1 and 3 Mondays of each month
City Hall Council Chamber
11 English Street
Petaluma, CA 94952
CONTACT INFORMATION
Phone (707) 7784360
[email protected]
cityofpetaluma.org
AGENDA
Monday, August 04, 2025
JOINT SESSION WORKSHOP OF CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING COMMISSION – 5:00 PM REGULAR CITY COUNCIL SESSION – 6:30 PM
Pilot Hybrid Meeting Format
City Council meetings are currently being held in a pilot hybrid format, by virtual teleconference as well as inperson.
Teleconference login information and instructions on how to participate for virtual meetings are available in each specific meeting agenda.
How to Observe and/or Participate and Provide Public Comment at a Meeting Attend InPerson: Petaluma City Council Chamber located at 11 English Street, Petaluma, CA. Please fill out a speaker card for each item you wish to speak on, and place in the speaker card box next to the City Clerk.
At this time, the City is temporarily suspending virtual participation by Zoom at Council meetings and will re evaluate at a future date.
Observe Virtually via Zoom: https://cityofpetalumaorg.zoom.us/j/82123574882 Observe via Telephone: One tap mobile: +16694449171,,82123574882# US or dial 1 (669) 4449171 Meeting ID: 821 2357 4882
Watch on TV: Comcast channel 28, UVerse channel 099
Submit Written Public Comment : Email comments to [email protected] or submit your comment online through the agenda portal. Comments that are received at least two hours prior to the meeting will be distributed to the Mayor and City Council Members and placed on the City's website as part of the agenda packet for the meeting.
Comments received after the cutoff time will be posted online and made part of the record the next business day.
Closed Captioning/Live Transcription
This meeting will be transcribed live via the Zoom platform. Inperson attendees will be able to see the transcription at the bottom of the screens in the Council Chamber and City Hall. Zoom attendees with a Zoom version 5.0.2 or higher will be able to see the transcription at the bottom of their personal zoom screen. Learn more at https://support.zoom.us/ .
Decorum
The Mayor has the authority to rule any speaker out of order, including speakers during the General Public Comment period, if the subject raised is not within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council, or during a public hearing or a general business item if the speaker is not presenting testimony or evidence relevant to the matter or if the speaker becomes disruptive to the proceedings and conduct of the meeting. The Mayor also has the authority to order any person who willfully interrupts the meeting to be removed. All persons are expected to conduct themselves with civility and courtesy at all times. All persons giving comments shall speak directly to the Council and address issues, not individuals.
Personal attacks, cursing and outbursts from the audience in support or opposition to a speaker are not tolerated in order to foster an environment where everyone feels welcome to speak.
Animals in Council Chamber
No animals shall be allowed at or brought in to a public meeting by any person except (i) as to members of the public or City staff utilizing the assistance of a service animal, which is defined as a guide dog, signal dog, or other animal individually trained to provide assistance to an individual with a disability, or (ii) as to police officers utilizing the assistance of a dog(s) in law enforcement duties.
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
MOMENT OF SILENCE
AGENDA CHANGES AND DELETIONS (TO CURRENT AGENDA ONLY)
PROCLAMATIONS
United States Coast Guard Day
WORKSHOP JOINT SESSION OF CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING COMMISSION
1. Recommendation to the City Council and Planning Commission of the City of Petaluma to Receive a Staff Presentation and Provide Feedback on Design Concepts and Site Development for the Petaluma Public Safety Facility Project (C11202431) GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT
During General Public Comment , the public is invited to make comments on items of public interest that are within the City Council’s subject matter jurisdiction and that are not listed on the current agenda. Public comments are limited up to three minutes per person. Depending on the number of persons wishing to address the Council, time will be allocated in equal shares totaling no more than twenty minutes, subject to the Council’s discretion (Cal. Gov’t. Code §54954.3(a), Petaluma City Council Rules, Policies and Procedures, III).
COUNCIL COMMENT
CITY MANAGER COMMENT
CONSENT CALENDAR
2. Minutes of the City Council/PCDSA Regular Meeting of July 21, 2025
3. Tentative Agenda for City Council/PCDSA Regular Meeting of September 8, 2025, and Significant Agenda Items for August October 2025
4. Resolution Awarding Contract for the Wetlands Mitigation and Bioretention Rehabilitation as Part of the Petaluma Community Baseball Field (Phase One) (C14501607) Project to Wildcat Engineering and Rejecting the Bid of N G Builder Company as NonResponsive
5. Resolution Authorizing Award of Contract for Phase One of the Transit Fleet Charging Infrastructure Project (C65502214) to Mike Brown Electric, Co. and Rejecting the Bid of Cats 4U, Inc. and SCC Electric, Inc. as NonResponsive
6. Resolution Authorizing the Purchase of Synthetic Turf Materials from FieldTurf USA, Inc., through the California Multiple Award Schedules (CMAS) Program for the Lucchesi Turf Field Replacement Project (C14502008), in the Amount of $722,848
7. Resolution Authorizing Award of Contract for the Hangar Repair at the Petaluma Municipal Airport to Altor Construction, LLC, and Approve a Revised Project Budget
8. Resolution Authorizing the Purchase of a SkidSteer for the Water Resources & Utilities Department through Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute All Documents Necessary to Complete the Purchase
9. Resolution Authorizing the Purchase of a Wood Chipper Machine for the Water Resources & Utilities Department through Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute All Documents Necessary to Complete the Purchase
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION
10. Introduction (First Reading) of an Ordinance and Adoption of an Urgency Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Petaluma to Amend Specified Provisions of Chapter 6.50 of the Petaluma Municipal Code Entitled “Mobilehome Park Space Rent Stabilization Program,” and to Maintain in Effect the Remainder of Chapter 6.50 of the Petaluma Municipal Code
11. Receive, Review, Approve and Adopt FY2425 Annual Military Equipment Use Report and Renew Ordinance No. 2859 N.C.S., which Approved Petaluma Police Department’s Military Equipment Funding, Acquisition, and Use Policy 709, (Use Policy) and Policy 613 Pertaining to Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) and Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGV) in Compliance with California Assembly Bill 481 (AB 481)
12. Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Submit an Amended Resolution for the (2) Grant Agreements with Danco Communities and Sonoma Marin Area Rail Transit for Funding through the Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) Program for the Meridian at Petaluma North Station Affordable Housing Project located at 890 North McDowell Boulevard and finding that the authorization to amend the AHSC grant agreement does not create a physical change in the environment and is therefore not a project under CEQA Guidelines Section 15378
13. Resolution Amending Resolution Nos. 2014036 N.C.S. Setting City Facilities Development Impact Fees, 2014037 N.C.S. Setting Park Land Development Impact Fees, 2014038 N.C.S. Setting NonQuimby Act Park Land Acquisition Fees, 2014039 N.C.S. Setting Open Space Land Acquisition Fees, and 2016076 N.C.S. Setting Traffic Development Impact Fees, to Provide a Loan Option for Payment of the Fees for Certain CitySupported Affordable Housing Projects
Resolution Applying Resolution No. 2025 XXX N.C.S., Adopted on August 4, 2025, Regarding Loan Option for Payment of the Fees for Certain CitySupported Affordable Housing Project to Danco’s Meridian at Petaluma North Station Affordable Housing Project
ADJOURNMENT
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you require special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at [email protected], (707) 7784360 (voice) or (707) 7784480 (TDD). Translators, American Sign Language interpreters, and/or assistive listening devices for individuals with hearing disabilities will be available upon request. A minimum of 48 hours is needed to ensure the availability of translation services. In consideration of those with multiple chemical sensitivities or other environmental illness, it is requested that you refrain from wearing scented products.
The City Clerk hereby certifies that this agenda has been posted in accordance with the requirements of the Government Code.
In accordance with Government Code §54957.5, any materials of public record relating to an agenda item for a regular meeting of the City Council that are provided to a majority of the members less than 72 hours before the meeting will be made available immediately online as part of the agenda packet on the City website at www.cityofpetaluma.org/meetings and at the City Clerk’s Office, 11 English Street, during normal business hours. Materials of public record that are distributed during the meeting shall be made available for public inspection at the meeting if prepared by the City or a member of its legislative/advisory body, or the next business day after the meeting if prepared by some other person.
In accordance with Government Code Section 65009, if you challenge the land use and zoning actions in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City at, or prior to the public hearing.
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