Sonoma City Council
December 7, 2022

City Council:

Jack Ding, Mayor
Kelso Barnett, Vice Mayor
Madolyn Agrimonti
Robert Felder
Sandra Lowe
This meeting of the City Council will be conducted in person, and telephonically through Zoom. The City Council will attend the meeting in person. The public is encouraged to attend either in person or remotely through Zoom. The meetings will continue to be live streamed on the City’s CivicWeb Portal (sonomacity.civicweb.net) and YouTube Channel. Please see the agenda below for information on public participation.

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA

OF THE SONOMA CITY COUNCIL
City Council Chambers, 177 First Street West
Wednesday, December 7, 2022
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83552502390
6:00PM Regular Meeting
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The City Council may discuss and/or take action on any or all of the items listed on the agenda irrespective of how the items are described.

No new items will begin after 9:00pm unless a majority of the members present vote to allow the items to be heard.

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6:00 P.M. – REGULAR MEETING

CONVENE, CALL TO ORDER & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL (Agrimonti, Felder, Lowe, Barnett, Ding)

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION USING ZOOM
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REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

1. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
At this time, members of the public may comment on any item not appearing on the agenda. It is recommended that you keep your comments to three minutes or less. Under State Law, unless otherwise permitted under the Ralph M. Brown Act, the merits of the matters presented under this item cannot be discussed or acted upon by the City Council at this time. For items appearing on the agenda, the public will be invited to make comments at the time the item comes up for Council consideration. Upon being acknowledged by the Mayor, please step to the podium and speak into the microphone. Begin by stating and spelling your name.

2. MEETING DEDICATIONS

3. PRESENTATIONS

3.1: Recognition of David Storer, Planning & Community Services Director on his Retirement

4. PUBLIC HEARING

4.1: PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE CONTINUED TO DECEMBER 14, 2022 - Discuss, Consider, and Take Possible Action to Introduce an Ordinance Amending the Sonoma Municipal Code Amending Title 14, Section 14.27.030 (Definitions) to align the definition of a duplex with recent changes to Chapter

19.92 (Definitions); Title 19, Chapter 19.10 (Zones and Allowable Uses) to 5 - 23

ensure consistency between 19.10 and 19.40.050 (Hillside Development) regarding the requirement for a single-family residence to obtain a Use Permit in the Hillside Residential (R-HS) zoning district and other minor corrections and amending Section 19.44.060 (Continued Availability) to clarify terms of affordability and finding such amendments exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15061(B)(3) - General Rule - of the CEQA Guidelines (associate Planner)
RECOMMENDATION: Continued to December 14, 2022.

Agenda Report - Ordinance Introduction - 2022 Zoning Code Clean Up - Pdf

5. REGULAR CALENDAR – CITY COUNCIL
(Matters requiring discussion and/or action by the City Council)

5.1: Discussion, Consideration, and Possible Action to Adopt:

1. Resolution Requesting Approval of Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS) for Hiring of Annuitant for Temporary Appointment to Critical Position of Interim City Manager Pursuant to Government Code Sections 21221(h); and

2. Resolution Approving the Proposal from Baker Tilly Under Which It Proposes Making Available Mark Linder for Interim City Manager Services (City Attorney and Assistant City Attorney)
RECOMMENDATION: Council discretion.

Agenda Report - Interim City Manager - Pdf
24 - 40

6. CONSENT CALENDAR – CITY COUNCIL
All items listed on the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and will be acted upon by a single motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless members of the Council or staff request specific items to be removed for separate action.

6.1: Waive further reading and Authorize Introduction and/or Adoption of Ordinances by Title Only. (Standard procedural action - no backup information provided)

6.2: Adopt an Ordinance Amending the Sonoma Municipal Code Amending Title 19, Chapter 19.40 (General Property Development and Use Standards) to remove subjective language and establish objective standards and Finding this Action is Exempt from Further Environmental Review Under the General Rule in California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) That CEQA Only Applies to Projects that have the Potential for Causing a Significant Effect on the Environment (Associate Planner) RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the ordinance.

Agenda Report - Ordinance Adoption - General Development Standards - Pdf 41 - 81

6.3: Adopt a Resolution Approving Compensation Adjustments for Certain NonRepresented Confidential Personnel and Executive/At-Will, Management and Administrative Personnel, and Implementing the Adjusted Salaries and Wages of the Non-represented Confidential Personnel and Executive/At-Will, Management and Administrative Personnel (Assistant to the City Manager) RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the resolution.

Agenda Report - Approve Compensation Adjustments for Management Positions - Pdf
82 - 85

6.4: Receive Minutes from the Regular Meetings of November 16, 2022, March 2, 2022, February 16, 2022, February 2, 2022, January 19, 2022, December 15, 2021, December 1, 2021, November 17, 2021, November 3, 2021, October 18, 86 - 116

2021, October 4, 2021, September 20, 2021, September 8, 2021, August 16, 2021, and August 2, 2021 (City Clerk)
RECOMMENDATION: Receive the Minutes.

11.16.22 Regular Meeting Minutes

03.02.22 Regular Meeting Minutes

02.16.22 Regular Meeting Minutes

02.02.22 Regular Meeting Minutes

01.19.22 Regular Meeting Minutes

12.15.21 Regular Meeting Minutes

12.01.21 Regular Meeting Minutes

11.17.21 Regular Meeting Minutes

11.03.21 Regular Meeting Minutes

10.18.21 Regular Meeting Minutes

10.04.21 Regular Meeting Minutes

09.20.21 Regular Meeting Minutes

09.08.21 Regular Meeting Minutes

08.16.21 Regular Meeting Minutes

08.02.21 Regular Meeting Minutes

6.5: Adopt a Resolution Approving the 2023 City Council Meeting Calendar (City Clerk)
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the resolution.

Agenda Report - 2023 Meeting Calendar - Pdf
117 - 119

6.6: Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Interim City Manager to Execute a Contract with Ann Baker Landscape Architecture Services in an Amount Not to Exceed $100,000 to Provide On-call Landscape Architect Services as Needed (Public Works Admin & Project Manager)
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the resolution.

Agenda Report - Contract - Ann Baker Landscape Architect - Pdf 120 - 148

6.7: Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Interim City Manager to Execute a Contract in the Amount of $29,409.85 with A Plus Tree Care and Sustainability Tree Company to Provide Tree Maintenance and Removal at the City of Sonoma Field of Dreams Park (Public Works Admin & Project Manager) RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the resolution.

Agenda Report - Contract Tree Work - Field of Dreams Park - Pdf 149 - 177

6.8: Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Interim City Manager To Execute A Contract With A Plus Tree Care And Sustainability Tree Company in the Amount Of $23,981 To Provide Tree Maintenance And Removal At The City Of Sonoma Plaza Park (Public Works Admin & Project Manager) RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the resolution.

Agenda Report - Contract - A Plus Tree Care And Sustainability Tree Company - Pdf
178 - 203

6.9: Adopt a Resolution Reciting the Facts of the General Municipal Election held on November 8, 2022, Declaring the Result and such Other Matters as Required by Law and Thereby Determining that Patricia Farrar-Rivas, John Gurney and Ron Wellander have been Elected to the Office of the City Council of the City of Sonoma (City Clerk)
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the resolution.

Agenda Report - Election Certification - Pdf
204 - 207

7. CITY COUNCIL REORGANIZATION

7.1: Introduction and Oath of Office of New Council Members Patricia Farrar-Rivas, John Gurney, and Ron Wellander (City Clerk)

7.2: City Council Reorganization -

1. Recognition of Outgoing Mayor Jack Ding

2. Selection of New Mayor & Vice Mayor (City Clerk)

8. COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE ROSTER
(This item if informational only)

8.1: Commission Committees Roster 09.30.22

9. ADJOURNMENT
There will be a brief reception immediately following adjournment.

I do hereby certify that a copy of the foregoing agenda was posted as legally required. Rebekah Barr, MMC, City Clerk/Executive Assistant.
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City of Sonoma
Agenda Item Summary
Meeting: City Council - 07 Dec 2022
Department
Planning and Community Services
Staff Contact
Kristina Tierney, Associate Planner
Agenda Item Title
Discuss, Consider, and Take Possible Action to Introduce an Ordinance Amending the Sonoma Municipal Code Amending Title 14, Section 14.27.030 (Definitions) to align the definition of a duplex with recent changes to Chapter 19.92 (Definitions); Title 19, Chapter

19.10 (Zones and Allowable Uses) to ensure consistency between 19.10 and 19.40.050 (Hillside Development) regarding the requirement for a single-family residence to obtain a Use Permit in the Hillside Residential (R-HS) zoning district and other minor corrections and amending Section 19.44.060 (Continued Availability) to clarify terms of affordability and finding such amendments exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15061(B)(3) - General Rule - of the CEQA Guidelines.

Summary
The proposed ordinance represents a round of zoning clean ups to address various internal inconsistencies in the Sonoma Municipal Code including:
• Amendments to Title 14, Section 14.27.030 (Definitions) to align the definition of a duplex with recent changes to Chapter 19.92 (Definitions); • Amendments to Chapter 19.10 (Zones and Allowable Uses) to clarify an inconsistency between Section 19.40.050 (B) 3 (Conditional Use Permit Required) and Table 2.1 (Residential Uses and Permit Requirements) contained in Chapter 19.10 (Zones and Allowable Uses). This amendment would not amend the rules in effect as pursuant

19.02.020 (G) (Conflicting Requirements) when there are conflicts between different requirements of this development code, or between this development code and other municipal code provisions, the most restrictive shall apply. • Additional edits to Chapter 19.10 include corrections to several references to special use regulations that are incorrect in Tables 2-1, 2-3 and 2-4. • Amendments to Section 19.44.060 (Continued Availability) would clarify the terms of affordability for inclusionary housing units.

The Planning Commission reviewed the proposed ordinance on November 17, 2022 and recommended that the reference to special use standards for a service station in Chapter

19.10 (Zones and Allowable Uses), Table 2-3 remain instead of being deleted. The proposed ordinance has been amended to reflect that direction. The proposed ordinance is currently before the City Council for introduction of the ordinance and would return on January 18, 2023 for adoption. The ordinance would be in effect 30 days after adoption.

Recommended Council Action
Introduce the ordinance.

Alternative Actions
Council discretion
Agenda Item #4.1:

Financial Impact
None
Environmental Review Status
Environmental Impact Report
Negative Declaration
Exempt
Not Applicable
Approved/Certified
No Action Required
Action Requested
Attachments
Proposed Ordinance - 2022 Zoning Code Clean Up CC Introduction 12 7 22 Alignment with Council Goals:

Compliance with Climate Action 2020 Target Goals:

CC:
n/a
Agenda Item #4.1:

1 Ord. Title 19 SMC 2022
ORDINANCE NO.

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SONOMA AMENDING THE CITY OF SONOMA MUNICIPAL CODE TITLE 14, SECTION 14.27.030 (DEFINITIONS) TO ALIGN THE DEFINITION OF A DUPLEX WITH RECENT CHANGES TO CHAPTER 19.92 (DEFINITIONS) AND TITLE 19, CHAPTER 19.10 (ZONES AND ALLOWABLE USES) TO ENSURE CONSISTENCY BETWEEN 19.10 AND 19.40.050 (HILLSIDE DEVELOPMENT) REGARDING THE

REQUIREMENT FOR A SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE TO OBTAIN A USE PERMIT IN THE HILLSIDE RESIDENTIAL ZONING DISTRICT AND OTHER MINOR CORRECTIONS; AND SECTION 19.44.060 (CONTINUED AVAILABILITY) TO CLARIFY TERMS OF AFFORDABILITY

AND FINDING SUCH AMENDMENTS EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL ACT (CEQA) PURSUANT TO SECTION 15061(B)(3) - GENERAL RULE - OF THE CEQA GUIDELINES.

WHEREAS, the California Legislature has declared that there is a severe shortage of affordable housing and has changed laws to expedite the local residential development process, including regulations requiring the modification of local regulations to streamline housing development and for clarity; and WHEREAS, on October 19, 2022 the City Council of the Sonoma identified a discrepancy between the requirement to obtain Use Permit approval from the Planning Commission for the construction of a single-family residence in the Hillside Residential (R-HS) zoning district contained in 19.40.050 (B) 3 (Conditional Use Permit Required) and Table 2.1 (Residential Uses and Permit Requirements) contained in Chapter 19.10 (Zones and Allowable Uses), as well as several references to special use regulations that are incorrect in Tables 2-1, 2-3 and 2-4; and WHEREAS, on November 17, 2022, the Planning Commission discussed amendments to Chapter 19.10 (Zones and Allowable Uses) and unanimously recommended that the City Council introduce an ordinance; and WHEREAS, the City Council found this ordinance to be exempt from the California Environmental Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) - General Rule - of the CEQA Guidelines prior to taking action; and WHEREAS, on December 7, 2022, the City Council held a public hearing and considered amendments to the Sonoma Municipal Code, consistent with the applicable policies of the Sonoma General Plan; and WHEREAS, the proposed amendments to the Sonoma Municipal Code are consistent with State Law.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SONOMA DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. Amendments to the Sonoma Municipal Code
A. Section 14.27.030 (Definitions) is amended as follows:

B. “Duplex” means a residential structure under single ownership containing two dwellings.

Agenda Item #4.1:

2 Ord. Title 19 SMC 2022
B. Table 2-1, 2-3 and 2-4 in Section 19.10.020 of the Sonoma Municipal Code (Zoning districts established) is amended as follows:

Agenda Item #4.1:

3 Ord. Title 19 SMC 2022
Table 2-1 (Residential Uses and Permit Requirements) is hereby amended as follows:

Allowed Uses and Permit
Requirements for Residential
Districts (1)
Permit Required by District (2) P Use permitted
UP Use Permit required
L License required
— Use not allowed
Land Use (1) R-HS R-R R-L R-S R-M R-H R-O R-P Specific Use Regulations

AGRICULTURE, RESOURCE AND OPEN SPACE USES
Animal Keeping P P UP — — — — — Chapter 8.08
SMC
Crop Production and
Horticulture
P P UP — — — — —
Produce Stands for
On-Site Production
P P UP — — — — — SMC

19.50.070

MANUFACTURING AND PROCESSING USES
Existing Uses — — — — — — — — SMC

19.82.020

RECREATION, EDUCATION AND PUBLIC ASSEMBLY USES
Equestrian Facilities UP UP — — — — — —
Parks and
Playgrounds
P P P P P P P —
Religious Facilities — — UP UP UP UP — —
Schools – Public
and Private
— — UP UP UP UP — —
RESIDENTIAL USES (2)
Accessory Dwelling
Units

P P P P P P P P SMC

19.50.090
Accessory Dwelling
Units, Junior

P P P P P P P P SMC

19.50.090
Duplex — — P P P — — —
Emergency Shelters — — — — UP UP UP — SMC

19.50.033
Home Occupation P P P P P P P P SMC

19.50.04003
5 Live/Work Facilities — — — — UP — — — SMC

19.50.050
Mobile Home Park — — — — — — — UP SMC

19.50.035
Multi-family Dwelling
(Four or fewer units)
— — — UP P P P —
Multi-family Dwelling
(Five or more units)
— — — UP UP UP P —
Agenda Item #4.1:

4 Ord. Title 19 SMC 2022
Personal Indoor
Cannabis Cultivation
(4)

P P P P P P P P SMC

19.50.032.A
Personal Outdoor
Cannabis Cultivation
(4)

P P P P P P P P SMC

19.50.032.B
(Prohibited if
multifamily
dwelling or
mobile
home)
Residential
Accessory
Structures

P P P P P P P P
Residential Care
Homes, Six or fewer
clients
— — P P P — — —
Residential Care
Homes, Seven or
more clients
— — — — UP — — —
Single-Family
Dwellings
UP P P P P — — — — SMC

19.40.050

19.50.035
Supportive Housing
(3)
P P P/UP P/UP P/UP P/UP — —
Transitional Housing
(3)
P P P/UP P/UP P/UP P/UP — —

RETAIL TRADE AND SERVICES
Art, Antique,
Collectible and Gift
Sales
— — — UP — — — —
Artisan Shops — — — UP — — — —
Bed and Breakfast
Inns (B&Bs)
UP UP UP — — — — — SMC

19.50.030
Child Day Care
Center
— UP UP UP UP UP UP —
Child Day Care:

Small Family Day
Care Home
— UP UP UP UP UP — —
Child Day Care:

Large Family Day
Care Home
— — UP UP UP UP UP —
General Retail — — — UP — — — —
Governmental and
Public Facilities
— UP UP UP UP UP UP —
Libraries and
Museums
— — — UP — — — —
Agenda Item #4.1:

5 Ord. Title 19 SMC 2022
Medical Services –
Extended Care
— — — UP UP — — —
Offices, Professional
and Administrative
— — — UP — — — —
Personal Services — — — UP — — — —
Restaurant — — — UP — — — —
Senior Residential
Care Facilities
— — — — UP — — —
Telecommunications
Facilities,
Commercial
See Chapter 5.32 SMC, Telecommunications Facility and Antenna Criteria Time-shares
– – – – – – – –
SMC

19.50.140

SPECIAL PURPOSE USES
Public Utility
Facilities
— — — — — — — —
Public Utility
Equipment

P P P P P P P P
Notes:

1. See SMC 19.10.050(C) regarding uses not listed. See Division VIII for definitions of the listed land uses.

2. New residential developments subject to the City’s Growth Management Ordinance (SMC 19.94).

3. Supportive and Transitional Housing shall be subject to those restrictions that apply to other residential dwellings of the same type in the same zone. For example, such housing structured as single-family is permitted in the R-HS, R-R, RL and RS residential zones, whereas Supportive and Transitional housing structured as multi-family is limited to the RM and RH residential zones and the Mixed-Use Zone.

4. Personal cultivation of cannabis (Indoor and Outdoor) only allowable in conjunction with residential use subject to SMC 19.50.032.

Agenda Item #4.1:

6 Ord. Title 19 SMC 2022
Table 2-3 (Mixed Uses and Permit Requirements) is amended as follows:

Allowed Uses and Permit
Requirements for Mixed Use
Zoning Districts (1)
Permit Required by District
(2)
P Use permitted
UP Use Permit required
L License required
— Use not allowed
Land Use MX Specific Use Regulations
MANUFACTURING AND PROCESSING USES (3)
Artisans/Craft Product
Manufacturing
UP
Food and Beverage
Manufacturing
UP
Furniture/Fixtures
Manufacturing, Cabinet
Shops
UP
Change in Existing
Nonconforming Uses
UP SMC 19.82.020
Recycling Facilities – Small
Collection Facilities
—
Research and Development
(R&D)
UP
Warehousing, Wholesaling
and Distribution
—
RECREATION, EDUCATION AND PUBLIC ASSEMBLY USES (3)
Clubs, Lodges, and Private
Meeting Halls
UP
Community Centers UP
Health/Fitness Facilities UP
Indoor
Amusement/Entertainment
Facilities
UP
Agenda Item #4.1:

7 Ord. Title 19 SMC 2022
Libraries and Museums UP
Outdoor Commercial
Recreation
—
Religious Facilities UP
Schools – Specialized
Education and Training
UP
Studios for Art, Dance, Music,
Photography, Etc.

UP
Theaters and Auditoriums UP
RESIDENTIAL USES (4)
Accessory Dwelling Units P SMC 19.50.090
Accessory Dwelling Units,
Junior
P SMC 19.50.090
Duplex — —
Emergency Shelters UP SMC 19.50.033
Live/Work Facilities UP SMC 19.50.050
Multi-family Dwelling (Four or
fewer units)
P
Multi-family Dwelling (Five or
more units)
UP
Personal Indoor Cannabis
Cultivation (7)
P SMC 19.50.032.A
Personal Outdoor Cannabis
Cultivation (7)
P SMC 19.50.032.B
(Prohibited if multifamily
dwelling or mobile home)
Residential Care Homes,
Seven or more clients
UP
Single-Family Dwellings — (5)
Supportive Housing, four or
fewer units
P
Agenda Item #4.1:

8 Ord. Title 19 SMC 2022
Supportive Housing, five or
more units
UP
Transitional Housing, four or
fewer units
P
Transitional Housing, five or
more units
UP
RETAIL TRADE (3)
Accessory Retail Uses UP
Art, Antique, Collectible and
Gift Sales
UP
Artisan Shops UP
Auto and Vehicle
Sales/Rental
—
Building Material Stores —
Commercial Cannabis Activities (8):

Manufacturing UP SMC Chapter 5.36
Non-store front retail UP SMC Chapter 5.36
Testing laboratory UP SMC Chapter 5.36
Drive-In and Drive-Through
Sales
UP
Farmers Market UP
Fueling Station UP
Furniture, Furnishings and
Equipment Stores
UP
General Retail UP
Grocery Store UP
Music Venue L Chapter 5.34 SMC
Outdoor Retail Sales and
Activities
UP
Agenda Item #4.1:

9 Ord. Title 19 SMC 2022
Plant Nurseries and Garden
Supply Stores
UP
Restaurant UP
Second Hand Stores UP
Shopping Center UP
Special Event Venue (6) UP
Wine Tasting Facilities/Wine
Bars
WTUP SMC 19.50.120
Tap Rooms UP SMC 19.50.130
SERVICES (3)
Auto Parts Sales UP
Banks and Financial Services UP
Bed and Breakfast Inns
(B&Bs)
UP SMC 19.50.030
Business Support Services UP
Child Day Care Facilities UP
Drive-In and Drive-Through
Facilities
UP
Equipment Rental UP
Governmental and Public
Facilities
UP
Hotel or Motel UP
Medical Services – Clinics,
Offices, Laboratories
UP
Medical Services – Hospitals —
Mortuaries and Funeral
Homes
UP
Offices, Professional and
Administrative
UP
Agenda Item #4.1:

10 Ord. Title 19 SMC 2022
Personal Services UP
Storage – Outdoor — SMC 19.40.100(D)
Storage – Personal Storage
Facility (Mini-Storage)
—
Telecommunications
Facilities, Commercial
See Chapter 5.32 SMC, Telecommunications Facility and
Antenna Criteria
Time-shares —
SMC 19.50.140
Vacation Rental — SMC 19.50.110
Vehicle Services, Repair and
Maintenance
UP
Vehicle Services, Service
Stations
— SMC 19.50.100
Repair Services for
Consumer Products
UP

SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT
Formula Business, Small UP SMC 19.50.035
Formula Business, Large UP SMC 19.50.035
Formula Restaurant, Large UP SMC 19.50.035

SPECIAL PURPOSE USES
Public Utility Facilities —
Public Utility Equipment P
Notes:

1. See SMC 19.10.050(C) regarding uses not listed. See Division VIII for definitions of the listed land uses.

2. New development in the Mixed-Use zone shall include a residential component unless waived by the planning commission through use permit review (see SMC 19.10.020(C)).

3. Uses within these categories are allowed only if the planning commission finds that the use will not result in the encroachment of incompatible commercial uses within an established residential area.

4. New residential developments subject to the city’s growth management ordinance.

5. One existing single residence on an existing lot of record is allowed.

6. On sites of one acre in size or larger.

7. Personal cultivation of cannabis (indoor and outdoor) only allowable in conjunction with residential use subject to SMC 19.50.032.

Agenda Item #4.1:

11 Ord. Title 19 SMC 2022

8. No commercial cannabis activity may occur in these zoning districts unless and until a commercial cannabis business permit has been issued for that activity under Chapter 5.36.

Agenda Item #4.1:

12 Ord. Title 19 SMC 2022
Table 2-4 (Special Purpose Uses and Permit Requirements) is hereby amended as follows:

Allowed Uses and Permit
Requirements for Special
Purpose Zoning Districts
Permit Required by District P Use permitted
UP Use Permit required
L License required
— Use not allowed
Land Use (1) A Pk P W Specific Use Regulations

AGRICULTURAL AND OPEN SPACE USES
Crop Production and
Horticulture
P — — P
Livestock Raising P — — — SMC 19.50.020
Prescribed Grazing — UP — —
Produce Stands for On-Site
Production
P — — — SMC 19.50.070
Trails, Hiking and Bicycling P P P —

MANUFACTURING AND PROCESSING USES
Agricultural or Food
Processing
— — — UP
Wineries — — — UP
Winery Accessory Uses — — — UP SMC 19.50.020

RECREATION, EDUCATION AND PUBLIC ASSEMBLY USES
Community Centers — — UP —
Community Garden — UP UP —
Equestrian Facilities UP UP — — SMC 19.50.020
Libraries and Museums — UP UP —
Parks and Playgrounds — P P —
Agenda Item #4.1:

13 Ord. Title 19 SMC 2022
Recreational Facilities — UP P —
Schools, Public and Private — — P —
Theaters and Auditoriums — UP P —
RESIDENTIAL USES (2)
Accessory Dwelling Units P — — — SMC 19.50.090
Accessory Dwelling Units,
Junior
P — — — SMC 19.50.090
Agricultural Employee
Housing
P — — —
Caretaker and Employee
Housing

UP UP UP UP
Emergency Shelters, 15 or
fewer beds
— — P — SMC 19.50.03335
Emergency Shelters, 16 or
more beds
— — UP —
Personal Indoor Cannabis
Cultivation (3)
P P P P SMC 19.50.032.A
Personal Outdoor Cannabis
Cultivation (3)
P P P P SMC 19.50.032.B
(Prohibited if multifamily
dwelling or mobile home)
Residential Accessory
Structures and Uses
P — — — SMC 19.50.080035
Single-Family Dwellings P — — — SMC 19.50.035
Supportive Housing (4) — — UP —
Transitional Housing (4) — — UP —
Vacation Rental — UP — — SMC 19.50.110

SERVICES
Offices – Administrative — UP UP —
Agenda Item #4.1:

14 Ord. Title 19 SMC 2022
Cemeteries — — P —
Child Day Care Facilities — — P —
Corporation Yard — — P —
Farmers Market P P P —
Governmental and Public
Facilities
— UP UP —
Kennel — — UP —
Medical Services – Hospitals — — UP —
Telecommunications
Facilities, Commercial
See Chapter 5.32 SMC, Telecommunications Facility and
Antenna Criteria
Timeshares — — — — SMC

19.50.140

SPECIAL PURPOSE USES
Public Utility Facilities — — UP —
Public Utility Equipment P P P P
Notes:

1. See Section 19.10.050.C regarding uses not listed. See Division VIII for definitions of the listed land uses.

2. New residential developments subject to the City’s Growth Management Ordinance (SMC 19.94).

3. Personal cultivation of cannabis (indoor and outdoor) only allowable in conjunction with residential use subject to SMC 19.50.032.

4. Supportive and transitional housing shall be subject to those restrictions that apply to other residential dwellings of the same type in the same zone.

C. Section 19.44.060 of the Sonoma Municipal Code (Continued Availability) is amended as follows:

19.44.060 Continued availability.

A. Duration of Affordability Requirement. Affordable units shall be legally restricted to occupancy by households of the income levels for which the units were designated in perpetuity. The land use permit application for the residential development project shall include the procedures proposed by the developer to maintain the continued affordability of the inclusionary and density bonus units in the following manner:

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A. Development Projects with City Funding. Projects receiving a direct financial contribution or other financial incentives from the city, or a density bonus and at least one other concession or incentive, shall maintain the availability of the lower income density bonus units in perpetuity; B. Private Development Projects – Inclusionary and Density Bonus Only. Privately financed projects that receive a density bonus as the only incentive from the city shall maintain the availability of lower income density bonus units in perpetuity; and BC. Affordability Agreement. Affordability shall be guaranteed through an “affordability agreement” executed between the developer and the city (on a standard “For Sale” or “Rental” form approved by the city council). The project specific “affordability agreement” shall be approved by the city attorney and planning director particular to the project. The agreement shall be recorded on the subject property with the county recorder’s office before the issuance of building permits and shall become effective before final inspection of the first unit. The subject agreement shall be legally binding and enforceable on the property owner(s) and any subsequent property owner(s) for the duration of the agreement. The agreement shall include the following items:

1. Number and Duration. The number of, and duration of the affordability for, the affordable units;

2. Monitoring Affordability. The method in which the developer and the city are to monitor the affordability of the subject affordable units and the eligibility of the tenants or owners of those units over the period of the agreement;

3. Marketing of Units. The method in which vacancies would be marketed and filled;

4. Location and Type. A description of the location and unit type (bedrooms, floor area, etc.) of the affordable units within the project; and

5. Standards for Incomes and Rents/Sales Prices. Standards for maximum qualifying household incomes and standards for maximum rents or sales prices consistent with the most recently adopted affordability policies of the city of Sonoma and Section 50053 of the Health and Safety Code. (Ord. 06-2021 § 1, 2021; Ord. 03-2016 § 5, 2016; Ord. 02-2014 § 1 (Exh. A), 2014; Ord. 2003-02 § 3, 2003. Formerly 19.44.040).

D. SECTION 2. Findings for Development Code Amendments.

Pursuant to Section 19.86.070(B) of the Sonoma Municipal Code, the proposed amendments of the development code under this ordinance:

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A. Are consistent with the goals, policies, and actions of the General Plan because the amendments promote and preserve the use of property for housing;
B. Would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare of the city for the reasons described in the recitals above;
C. Comply with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) as described in Section 3 below; and
D. Are internally consistent with other applicable provisions of this development code because the amendments facilitate permitting of duplexes in the low density residential zoning district and multifamily residential dwellings in the medium density and high density residential zoning districts, clarify the review process for concurrent applications to streamline permit processing, and clarify development standards for residential development projects.

SECTION 3. CEQA
This Ordinance has been assessed in accordance with the authority and criteria contained in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the State CEQA Guidelines, and the environmental regulations of the city.

City Planning Staff has determined that the adoption and implementation of the Ordinance is exempt from further environmental review under the general rule in California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) that CEQA only applies to projects that have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. As a series of text amendments and additions without any physical project being approved, it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the ordinance will have a significant effect on the environment. The proposed ordinance amendments are therefore exempt from the provisions of CEQA because it does not involve a commitment to any specific project that may result in a potentially significant physical impact on the environment. The City Council concurs in these findings and adopts them as its own. The City Council, therefore, directs that a Notice of Exemption be filed with the County Clerk of the County of Sonoma in accordance with CEQA Guidelines.

SECTION 4. Severability.

If any section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this Ordinance for any reason is held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. The City Council hereby declares that it would have adopted this Ordinance, and each section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, subdivisions, sentences, clauses, phrases, or portions thereof be declared invalid or unconstitutional.

SECTION 5. Effective Date.

This ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days after passage thereof.

SECTION 6. Publication.

This ordinance shall be published in accordance with the provisions of Government Code section 36933, subdivision (c)(1).

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SECTION 7. This Ordinance Prevails Where There is Conflict.

To the extent that this Ordinance conflicts with any other provision in the Sonoma Municipal Code or city ordinance (urgency or otherwise), policy or regulation, this Ordinance will control.

APPROVED:
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Jack Ding, Mayor
ATTEST: _________________________
Rebekah Barr, City Clerk
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I HEREBY CERTIFY the foregoing ordinance was duly adopted at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Sonoma held on the January 18, 2023 by the following vote:

AYES:

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ABSTAIN:

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Meeting: City Council - 07 Dec 2022
Department
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David J. Ruderman, City Attorney
Jeffrey A. Walter, Assistant City Attorney
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Discussion, Consideration, and Possible Action to Adopt:

1. Resolution Requesting Approval of Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS) for Hiring of Annuitant for Temporary Appointment to Critical Position of Interim City Manager Pursuant to Government Code Sections 21221(h); and

2. Resolution Approving the Proposal from Baker Tilly Under Which It Proposes Making Available Mark Linder for Interim City Manager Services Summary
Sue Casey, the current Interim City Manager, has decided to resign from her position as Interim City Manager effective January 1, 2023. Mark Linder is a highly qualified professional who has been working in the public sector and, specifically local government, for approximately 29 years.

Most recently, Mr. Linder served as Interim Town Manager for the Town of Windsor, following a particularly difficult period in that community’s history. The full extent of his background and experience is set forth in Exhibit C attached hereto. Mr. Linder has agreed to step in and take over the duties of Interim City Manager until the new Council appoints a permanent City Manager.

Under the Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS) rules for hiring of annuitants who have retired from the PERS system, the only compensation Mr. Linder is entitled to be paid as the Interim City Manager for the City of Sonoma is the salary paid to the last permanent City Manager (namely, $215,900.00 per year) payable on an hourly basis, which translates to $103.79 per hour. Other than this compensation, he is not entitled to receive benefits, incentives, or compensation in lieu of benefits, sick leave, holiday, vacation pay, or any other form of compensation. The proposed form of Employment Agreement that memorializes these terms and conditions, as well as others relevant to his position, is attached as Exhibit A. The Resolution approving the Employment Agreement with Mark Linder and authorizing the Mayor to execute same, is attached hereto as Exhibit B.

Mark Linder is an employee of Baker Tilly Management Partners, a firm that provides specialized professionals for local governments on an interim or temporary basis (“Baker Tilly”).

Baker Tilly charges a $12,000.00 placement fee which covers Mr. Linder’s first four months of employment with the City. Thereafter, the City would be required to pay Baker Tilly $91.00 per work day for any work that Mr. Linder performs following the four-month period.

Attached as Exhibit D is Baker Tilly’s proposal. Attached as Exhibit E is the Resolution approving the proposal and authorizing the Mayor to execute same.

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It is within the sole discretion of the City Council as to whether it wishes to adopt these Resolutions.

Alternative Actions
Council discretion.

Financial Impact

1. With respect to Mr. Linder’s Employment Agreement, he will be paid the same salary as is being paid to Sue Casey, the current Interim City Manager, but he shall not be entitled to any other benefits or other forms of compensation.

2. With respect to the proposal from Baker Tilly Management Partners, the City will be required to pay to Baker Tilly $12,000.00 for the first four months of Mr. Linder’s work with the City, and $91.00 per work day for Mr. Linder’s work thereafter.

Environmental Review Status
Environmental Impact Report
Negative Declaration
Exempt
Not Applicable
Approved/Certified
No Action Required
Action Requested
Attachments
Exhibit A - Agreement
Exhibit B - Resolution
Exhibit C - Resume - Mark Linder
Exhibit D - Proposal - Baker Tilly
Exhibit E - Resolution 2
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This agreement is entered into on December 7, 2022, by and between the CITY OF SONOMA, a municipal corporation, hereafter referred to the “City"and Mark Linder, hereafter referred to as “Employee".

WHEREAS, the City is in the process of recruiting for a regular employee to ?ll the role of the vacant City Manager position; and
WHEREAS, Mark Linder possesses the requisite specialized skills needed by the Cityand is available to provide services as InterimCityManager; and WHEREAS,MarkLinderis able to serve inthe role of InterimCity Manager from January 2, 2023, untilthe Cityhas successfully completed recruitmentfor a new City Manager and provided for up to a two-week overlap withthe new City Manager inorder to insure a smooth transition; and
WHEREAS,MarkLinder,as a PublicEmployees RetirementSystem (“PERS") annuitant, is limitedin his abilityto accept public employment pursuant to GovemmentCode Section 21221(h); and
WHEREAS,MarkLinderis able to provide temporary services to the Cityof Sonoma under the tenns ofthis Agreement and withinthe constraints of GovernmentCode Section 21221(h) as a PERS annuitant and Citydesires to hire MarkLinderon these terms to provide specialized services of a limitedduration,which is not anticipated to exceed eight months and willnot exceed 737 hours forthe balanceof ?scal year 2022-20232.

NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the above stated desires and the mutual covenants, terms and conditions, herein contained,the parties hereto SECTION 1
— EMPLOYMENTCONDITIONSAND DUTIES a. Employee is appointed by and shall serve at the pleasure of the City Council. Employee has performed his due diligence to confirm with PERS that he may accept this temporary appointment as a PERS annuitant. b. The Employee shall be responsible for performing duties of the InterimCity Manager position and other duties and special projects as assigned.

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SECTION 2 — EMPLOYMENTTERM
a. City agrees to employ Employee and Employee agrees to be employed and remain in the employment of City for a term beginning January 2, 2023, and ending not later than J u ne 30, 2023. This is an at-will position and Employee has no property interest in his position.
b. Nothing in this Agreement shall prevent, limit,or othen/vise interfere with the rights of the City to terminate the services of the Employee at any time during such employment terms or any renewal thereof subject to the provisions as set forth in this agreement.
c. Nothing in this Agreement shall prevent, limit, or otherwise interfere with Employee's right to resign at any time from this position with the City, subject to the provisions as set forth in this agreement.

SECTION 3 — EMPLOYEE RESIGNATION
In the event the Employee terminates this Employment Agreement by voluntary resignation, in writing, before expiration of the employment terms or any renewa|(s) thereof, Employee shall not be entitled to any severance pay but shall be entitled to payment in full for any earned salary to which he is entitled as of the final day on City payroll. Inthe event that the Employee voluntarily resigns this position before normal expiration date of the employment terms or any renewal he shall give the City at least ten (10) days’ advance written notice unless the parties agree otherwise. The Employee, should he resign, shall be paid for any earned salary to which he is entitled as of the final day on City payroll.

SECTION 4 — EMPLOYMENTTERMINATION
Employee serves in an at-will capacity as Interim City Manager, during the period of time stated in this agreement. The City may terminate or remove the Employee with or without cause and without any advance notice. Employee waives any rights he may have to SECTION 5
— WORK HOURS The City Manager shall coordinate the work schedule based upon needs of the City. The Mayor may provide direction to Employee regarding the desired work schedule. SECTION6 - SALARY The City shall pay the Employee for all services rendered and worked pursuant to this agreement at $103.79 per hour, which represents the annual salary of the City Manager position, divided by twelve months and divided again by EXHIBITA 2 9638 I Agenda Item #5.1:

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173.333, as required by Government Code Section 21224(a) and 21221 (h). Employee's salary will be paid on a bi—week|ybasis in conformance with the City's established pay periods and pay days; although Employee is required by Government Code Sections 21224(a) to be compensated on an hourly basis, Employee is an FLSA exempt employee and is not entitled to overtime, even if his work week exceeds 40 hours. The Employee shall not receive benefits, incentives or compensation in lieu of benefits, sick leave, holiday, vacation pay or any other form of compensation in addition to the hourly rate during his employment underthis employment agreement.

SECTION 7 — INDEMNIFICATION
lfthe employee is named as a party in litigation relating to Employee's actions or inactions as a City employee, the City shall defend Employee and pay any judgment which may be entered against Employee, consistent with the terms of applicable law including Government Code 810 et seg.

SECTION 8 — ENTIREAGREEMENTANDAMENDMENTS
a. This agreement supersedes any and all other agreements between the parties hereto with respect to the employment of the Employee by the City and contains all of the covenants and agreements between the parties with respect to such employment. Each party to this Agreement acknowledges that no representations, inducement, promise, or agreements have been made by any party or anyone acting on behalf of any party orally or otherwise which are notembodied herein.
b. No other agreement, statement or promise not contained in this Agreement shall be valid or binding or shall be used in interpreting the meaning ofthis Agreement.
c. Amendments, modifications or changes may be made to this Agreement and shall become effective on the date contained therein when executed in writing and d. This Agreement and any amendments, modifications or changes thereto shall be binding upon the City during its term. e. This Agreement and any amendments, modifications or changes thereto shall be binding upon the Employee and inure to the benefit of the heirs at law and executors of the Employee.

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RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL

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TO CRITICAL POSITION OF INTERIM CITY MANAGER
PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTIONS 2122l(h)
WHEREAS, the position of City Manager is a critical position to the City of Sonoma (City) as the City is a Council manager type of government and the City Manager is the head of all operations within the City. Due to the resignation of its City Manager, Garrett Toy earlier this year, and continuing effortsto recruit his replacement, the City must provide continuing City Manager services to provide direction for all municipal operations during the transition period for recruitment and appointment and training/mentoringof a new full time City Manager; and HEREAS, recruitment and training/mentoringof a new employee to ful?ll the City Manager position, requiring specialized skills and services critical to the organization, is anticipated to take six to eight months, given the end of year holidays; and HEREAS, Mark Linder is an experienced City Manager who possesses the specialized skills required to serve as the Interim City Manager during the recruitment process and provide short-term training and mentoring, as necessary, to ensure transition and continuity of critical services through a newly recruited and appointed full time City Manager; and WH REAS, Mark Linder, is a Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) annuitant, who has been retired from public service through the PERS system for more than 180 days, and is willing to accept temporary employment with the City of Sonoma,within the parameters of Government Code Section 2122 1(h), as re?ected in the attached Exhibit A Employment Agreement; and W EREAS, the City seeks approval from PERS that the hiring of Mark Linder to perform specialized services as Interim City Manager, including training and mentoring of a newly appointed City Manager through a recruitment process, for a limitedduration, not to not PERS annuitant. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Sonoma that: 1. Subject to approval by PERS, Mark Linder is appointed as Interim City Manager, pursuant to the terms of the Employment Agreement attached as Exhibit A, and the Mayor is authorizedand directed to execute same on behalf of the City Council; and 2. The City Council requests that PERS approve temporary employment of PERS annuitant (effective January 2, 2023) Mark Linder to serve as Interim City Manager during the EXHIBITB 296383.v2 Agenda Item #5.1:

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SUM ARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Successful Manager with strong leadership skills. Expertise in both the private and public sectors in the followingareas:

Organizational Development Human Resources Management Labor Relations Conflict Resolution Project Management Fiscal Management Strategic Planning SENIOR ADVISOR, anagement Partners/Baker Tilly August 2022 — present Coach senior local government leaders.

INTERI TOWN ANAGER, Town of imlsor, CA December 202l—July2022 Provided overall leadershipand management for the town government of Windsor.Oversaw a 115 person workforce. Helped provide organizational stability following issues with formermayor. Guided development of a ?exible work schedule as organization moved out of pandemic. Secured three year labor agreements with each labor organization after four years of one year agreements. Led search for new Town Manager MARK LINDER & ASSOCIATES, Principal February 2017 — December 2021 Coach supervisors, managers and local government executives. Help developers navigate the local government processes.

CITY ANAGER, City ofCampbell, CA February 2013 — December 2016 Provided overall leadershipand management for the city government of Campbell. Oversaw the work of 164 employees. Prepared and managed a $60.5 million operating and capital budget. Aligned the workforce to achieve the goals and priorities of the City Council. Worked closely with local school districts, Chamber of Commerce, DowntownCampbell BusinessAssociation, and eleven neighborhood organizations. Highlights:
- Guided the successful sale of the Pruneyard Shopping Center including the necessary changesto divide parcels into hotel, retail and office. - Initiated the process to renovate the library, construct a new public safety facility and renovate city hall - - Mediatedan agreement betweenthe downtown

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of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services;Housing; Library; Police; Fire; and Code Enforcement.Key accomplishments include:
- Led City and RedevelopmentAgency efforts to bring approximately $3 billion in public and private fundsto underservedNeighborhoods
ASSISTANT CITY ANAGER, City ofSan Jose, CA January 2002 - August 2006 - Completed nearly 1,000 capital projects, including voter approved bond projects for parks, libraries, public safety. Member of team that completed the new City Hall on time and within budget - Key member of City Manager’s team that developed San Jose’s EconomicDevelopment Strategy DIRECTOR, Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services July 1997 — December 2001 City ofSan Jose, CA Provided overall leadershipfor a $40 million budget and was responsible for a wide range of services including community centers, after school, early education,gang prevention, recreation, parks, trails, senior, and animal care programs. The department was also responsible for community organizing in city neighborhoods and for managing the Community Development Block Grant and Healthy Neighborhood Venture Fund programs totaling $25 million. Key accomplishments include:
- Started the SchoolsCity Collaborativeinvolving 19 school districts and the City - Developed a 20-year strategic plan for parks and community facilities - Unified a fragmented department into one organization with a common vision, mission, values and core services
DEPUTY CITY ANAGER, City ofSanJose, CA June 1995 - July 1997 Member of City Manager‘s senior management team. Coordinated special projects as assigned. Key accomplishments include:
- Led interagencyprocess to secure financing for childcaremodular buildings on school sites - Served as staff for City Council’sHousing and Community ServicesCommittee. - Helped organize the
To address managerial problems, stepped in as acting Director, Department of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services,from January 1997-June1997, with 380 FTE and a $35 million annual operating budget.

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Trail, including CalTrans negotiations, securing funding and project management. Key accomplishments include:
- Coordinated economic development activities involving Chamber of Commerce, Downtown Association, Downtown BusinessImprovement District, Board of Realtors and Los Gatos Boulevard Community Alliance — Managed construction of 311 parking spaces, $2.6 million parking facility in downtownLos Gatos ASSISTANT GENERAL ANAGER January 1987 - April 1991 Santa Cruz etropolitan Transit District, Santa Cruz, CA Responsible for overall organizational and financial administration,and management of II managers and 300 employees. Developed and managed $20.3 million operating budget and $6.5 million capital improvement budget. Managed customer service and marketing, MIS evolution and evaluation.

VICE PRESIDENT,GENERAL ANAGER I980 - I982 Allstate Investment Corporation, San Jose, CA Directedthe activities of 140 employees in a $30 million mortgage fmn.

PRINCIPAL, ACCOUNT ANAGER 1978 - 1980; 1982 -1987 Dale atson & Associates, Inc., Cupertino, CA Organizational and management development consultant with private and public sectors, including ongoing services, and one-time seminars. Services included leadershipdevelopment, union/management negotiations, quality assurance program development and implementation, con?ict resolution, strategic and long range planning, team buildingand management by objectives program development.

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Agenda Item Summary
Meeting: City Council - 07 Dec 2022
Department
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Staff Contact
Kristina Tierney, Associate Planner
Agenda Item Title
Discuss, Consider, and Take Possible Action to Adopt an Ordinance Amending the Sonoma Municipal Code Amending Title 19, Chapter 19.40 (General Property Development and Use Standards) to remove subjective language and establish objective standards and Finding this Action is Exempt from Further Environmental Review Under the General Rule in California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) That CEQA Only Applies to Projects that have the Potential for Causing a Significant Effect on the Environment.

Summary
The proposed ordinance was introduced to the City Council on November 16, 2022, and would establish objective standards for Chapter 19.40 (General Development Standards), which addresses a variety of issues including:
• Creekside development
• Exterior lighting
• Height measurement and height limit exceptions
• Hillside development
• Landscape standards
• Open space for multifamily residential projects
• Open space for commercial and mixed-use projects
• Performance standards
• Screening and buffering
• Setback regulations and exceptions
• Undergrounding of utilities
• Protection of scenic vistas
The City Council is being asked to adopt the ordinance at this time. Upon adoption, the ordinance will go into effect 30 days later, on January 6, 2023.

Recommended Council Action
Adopt the ordinance.

Alternative Actions
Council discretion
Financial Impact
None
Environmental Review Status
Agenda Item #6.2:

Environmental Impact Report
Negative Declaration
Exempt
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No Action Required
Action Requested
Attachments
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Alignment with Council Goals:

Compliance with Climate Action 2020 Target Goals:

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ORDINANCE NO.

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SONOMA

AMENDING THE CITY OF SONOMA MUNICIPAL CODE INCLUDING
AMENDING TITLE 19, CHAPTER 19.40 (GENERAL PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT AND USE STANDARDS) AND CHAPTER 19.92 (DEFINITIONS) TO REMOVE

SUBJECTIVE LANGUAGE AND ESTABLISH OBJECTIVE STANDARDS AND

FINDING THIS ACTION IS EXEMPT FROM FURTHER ENVIRONMENTAL

REVIEW UNDER THE GENERAL RULE IN CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) GUIDELINES SECTION 15061(B)(3) THAT CEQA ONLY

APPLIES TO PROJECTS THAT HAVE THE POTENTIAL FOR CAUSING A SIGNIFICANT EFFECT ON THE ENVIRONMENT.

WHEREAS, the California Legislature has declared that there is a severe shortage of affordable housing and has changed laws to expedite the local residential development process; and WHEREAS, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed several housing bills into law (SB 13, SB 330, AB 68, AB 881, AB 587 and AB 670) in fall of 2019 that amend California Government Code requiring the City to modify local regulations to further facilitate development of housing; and WHEREAS, the City desires to amend its local regulatory scheme to facilitate the construction of housing to comply with State law; and
WHEREAS, the Sonoma City Council and Planning Commission have independently discussed the need for updates to the Development Code for greater clarity, consistency and ease of use and understanding. The City Council created an Ad Hoc Committee composed of Vice Mayor Barnett and Councilmember Felder. The Ad Hoc Committee has reviewed and recommended the proposed amendments to the Sonoma Municipal Code; and
WHEREAS, the proposed amendment would replace subjective design guidelines with objective standards, which would improve clarity; and
WHEREAS, on September 15, 2022, the Planning Commission discussed amendments including Chapter 19.40 (General Property Development and Use Standards) and Chapter 19.92 (Definitions); and WHEREAS, the City Council found this Action to be Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (Pub. Resources Code, § 21000 et seq.) (“CEQA”) and the State CEQA Guidelines (Cal.

Code Regs., tit. 14, § 15000 et seq.), pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15282(h) and 15061(b) (3) prior to taking action; and
WHEREAS, on November 16, 2022, the City Council considered amendments to the Sonoma Municipal Code, consistent with the applicable policies of the Sonoma General Plan; and WHEREAS, the proposed amendments to the Sonoma Municipal Code are consistent with State Law.

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THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SONOMA DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENTS
The Sonoma Municipal Code is hereby amended as follows:

A. Section 19.40 (General Property Development and Use Standards) is amended as follows:

Chapter 19.40

GENERAL PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT AND USE STANDARDS

19.40.010 Purpose and applicability.

A. Purpose. The provisions of this chapter are intended to ensure that new or modified uses and development produce an environment of stable and desirable character which is harmonious with existing and future development, and protects the use and enjoyment of neighboring properties, consistent with the General Plan.

B. Applicability.

1. All Zoning Districts. The standards of this chapter apply to all zoning districts (e.g., residential, commercial, mixed use manufacturing, etc.), and therefore, are combined in this chapter.

2. Considered in Combination. These standards shall be considered in combination with the standards for each zoning district in Division II, Community Design, and for each subarea in Division III, Project Design.

3. In Case of Conflict. Where there may be a conflict, the standards specific to the zoning district shall override these general standards.

4. Compliance. All new or modified structures and uses shall comply with the standards of this chapter as determined applicable by the city planner, except as specified in Chapter 19.82 SMC, Nonconforming Structures, Uses and Parcels. (Ord. 2003-02 § 3, 2003).

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19.40.020 Creekside development.

A. Purpose. Creek corridor habitats support plants and animals; recharge aquifers; and filter some pollutants. Creek corridors are valuable as open space areas, and are of recreational and scenic interest. For these reasons, and in compliance with state and national regulations governing residential and urban impacts on our streams (primary, secondary, tertiary, and any sites with hydrological nexus with waters of the US), wetland, and waters of the United States, it is the intent of the city to provide adequate buffer areas between creek corridors and adjacent development in compliance with state and federal regulations in order to protect this valuable community resource as a natural, scenic, and recreational amenity.

B. Applicability. The provisions of this section apply to any property adjoining or including any of the following waterways creeks including :

1. Sonoma Creek;, 2. Nathanson Creek,; and 3. Fryer Creek.

C. Streambed Analysis. At the time of permit application, applicants with parcels adjoining any of the above specified waterways creeks shall provide may be required to prepare a site-specific streambed analysis prepared by a hydrologist, civil engineer, or other qualified professional to determine the precise boundary/top of bank of the waterway creek. If required, a The streambed analysis shall should normally include:

1. Detailed mapping of at least 1:100 scale showing topography, drainage features, and the creek feature(s);

2. Identification of drainage features present on site, including the direction and flow of overland flows (i.e., stormwater), material run-off from the site, or immediately adjacent to the site, or otherwise relevant to the scope of the permit application;

3. The need for mitigation measures (e.g., rip-rap, energy dissipation structures or flow stabilizing devices) to keep flow velocities close to at pre-development levels; and

4. Other information that the city planner or reviewing staff determines is necessary to properly analyze and mitigate potential impacts of the proposed development on the waterway creek; and
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5. Presence and species of all trees along the creek corridor withing the parcel, and their diameter at breast height (DBH) and including trees outside of creek setback when the canopy cover over contributes to creek habitats, as well as shrubs and herbaceous species of concern.

The requirement for a streambed analysis may be waived by the city planner or the planning commission, as applicable, if it is determined that the project, because of its size, location, or design will not have a significant impact on the waterway, or that sufficient information already exists and that further analysis is not necessary.

D. Creekside Development Standards. The following standards shall be implemented by the applicable review authority in the review of any planning permit or building permit involving development or other activity within the creek setback, as set forth below.

1. A minimum 30-foot wide setback from the top of bank shall be required for all creeks (primary, secondary, tertiary) and wetland features zoning districts, except along Sonoma Creek, where a 50-foot setback shall be required. Additional setback area may be necessary to protect sensitive environmental resources (e.g., vernal pools, seasonal and ephemeral wetlands, springs, presence of listed species, use of habitat by listed species, or due to impact or drainage impacting neighboring properties). Setbacks adjacent to creekside paths or open spaces shall be measured from the outside boundary of the path or open space.

2. No structure, fence, parking access, parking space(s), paved areas, or swimming pool shall be constructed within a creek or creekside setback area, alteration or clearing of creekside vegetation unless a variance use permit is obtained in compliance with SMC 19.54.060 Variances.19.54.040, Use permits.

3. No grading or filling, planting of exotic/nonnative or nonriparian plant species, or removal of native vegetation shall occur within a creek or creekside, wetland, or other setback area.

4. Where drainage improvements are required within the setback area and permitted or approved by the regulating state or federal agency, they shall be placed in the least visible locations and naturalized through the use of river rock, earthtone concrete, and landscaping with native plant materials.

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5. Within creek setback areas, only the use of permeable surfaces (e.g., wood decks, sand-joined bricks, and stone walkways) shall be utilized incorporated into a project’s design, where feasible, in order to minimize off-site flows and to facilitate the absorption of water into the ground.

6. Dedications, where consistent with the Circulation Element of the city’s General Plan and the Bicycle Plan, shall be required by the planning commission for all land use activities requiring a discretionary permit (e.g., use permits, planned development permits, etc.).

7. Public access and visibility to creeks, and the separation of residences and other uses from creeks shall be provided through the use of single-loaded frontage roads in combination with multi-use trails.

8. Development shall be oriented to creeks for access and visibility.

Developments that backup to creeks are prohibited unless the creek features are a discrete portion of the stormwater system infrastructure (i.e., an open ditch with natural features and habitat benefits of a natural stream).

9. The provision of multi-purpose creekside trails and public open space is required outside of the riparian habitat area. Open space areas shall include planting for riparian enhancement with native shrubs and trees, paths and trails, lighting, benches, play and exercise equipment, and trash receptacles.

10. Creekside trails shall link to other trail and open space systems that are existing or planned in the surrounding area as shown in the Circulation Element of the General Plan.

11. Fences. Fencing shall not be located in the creek corridor. Fencing shall be parallel to the creek corridor, shall not bisect a creek and shall be located outside required setbacks. Fencing footings and fence structures may not encroach into creek setbacks.

12. All required regulatory agency permits (Army Corps of Engineers, California Department of Fish and Wildlife, and Regional Water Quality Control Board) shall be obtained and required as a condition of approval as applicable.

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13 6. Land use changes within the setback area that cause an increase in impervious surfaces or sedimentation may result in channel erosion, scour, or undercutting of the creek bank or bed. This may require measures to stabilize the creek’s bank. a. Creek rehabilitation is the preferred method of stabilization. The objective is to maintain the natural character of the creek and riparian area. The process may include enlarging the channel at points of obstruction, clearing obstructions at points of constriction, limitation of use in areas of excessive erosion, and restoration of riparian vegetation. Low impact practices including stabilization with jute netting and willow staking, and planting of native species endemic to our creeks are encouraged.
b. Concrete channels, retention walls of any kind, and other mechanical measures of stabilization shall not be used unless no other alternative exists as determined by the regulating agencies, and is permitted by state and federal regulators, as relevant to the natural resource impacted/to be impacted.
c. If a creek bank stabilization other than rehabilitation or vegetative method is required, hand-placed stone or rock rip-rap with native plantings are the preferred methods.

E. Modifications to Creekside Development Standards. The planning commission may modify the creekside development standards outlined in subsection (D) of this section in compliance with SMC 19.54.060 Variances.19.54.040, Use permits.

F. Creekside Development Guidelines. The following guidelines shall be considered by the applicable review authority in the review of any discretionary planning permit involving development or other activity within the creek setback, as set forth below.

1. Setbacks may be required for all ministerial projects (e.g., building permits, etc.). Dedications, where consistent with the Circulation Element of Agenda Item #6.2:

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the city’s General Plan and the Bicycle Plan, may be required by the planning commission for all land use activities requiring a discretionary permit (e.g., use permits, planned development permits, etc.), if warranted by the nature and intensity of the proposed use.

2. Public access and visibility to creeks, and the separation of residences and other uses from creeks should be provided through the use of single-loaded frontage roads in combination with multi-use trails.

3. Development should be oriented to creeks for access and visibility whenever possible. Developments that backup to creeks are discouraged.

4. The provision of multi-purpose creekside trails and public open space is strongly encouraged outside of the riparian habitat area. Open space areas should include planting for riparian enhancement with native shrubs and trees, paths and trails, lighting, benches, play and exercise equipment, and trash receptacles.

5. Creekside trails should link to other trail and open space systems that are existing or planned in the surrounding area as shown in the Circulation Element of the General Plan.

G. Findings and Decision. In addition to those findings identified in SMC

19.54.060(E), Tthe following findings must shall be made, in addition to those identified in SMC 19.54.060 19.54.040(E), Findings, Decision, to approve a variance conditional use permit for the modification of creekside development standards:

1. The creek bank in the vicinity of the modification has been demonstrated as being historically stable; and

2. Riparian resources will not be significantly diminished by the modification. (Ord. 2003-02 § 3, 2003).; and

3. The regulating agency approves or waives the variance through an approved and legal permit process.

19.40.030 Exterior lighting.

The following standards and guidelines shall apply to both discretionary and ministerial projects be administered by the planning commission and the design review and Agenda Item #6.2:

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historic preservation commission through the review of discretionary planning permits. These provisions shall not apply to ministerial permits, except for the standards set forth in subsection (E) of this section.

A. Exterior Fixtures. Lighting fixtures shall be architecturally compatible with the character of the surrounding structure(s) and shall be energy efficient. Fixtures shall be appropriate in height, intensity, and scale to the use they are serving.

Generally, Ppole-mounted fixtures shall be low in height (up to 1520 feet) and shall be equipped with light shields to reduce or eliminate light spillage beyond the project’s boundaries.

B. Intensity. The electrical or lighting plan shall demonstrate the dispersal of light on the ground surface and compliance with the requirements of this section.

Parking Lot: The level of parking lot light projected onto any ground or wall surface shall not be less than two footcandles nor more than five footcandles at the base of the light fixture.

Pedestrian Courts, Plazas, and Walkways: Pedestrian courts, plazas, and walkways shall have a maximum light level at the ground surface of one footcandle. The electrical or lighting plan shall demonstrate the dispersal of light on the ground surface and compliance with the requirements of this section.

Building-mounted lights: Building-mounted decorative lights shall not exceed five footcandles measured five feet from the light source.

Light schedules, programs and timers: Lights shall have timers that reduces or turns off the light fixture or fixtures when businesses are closed, residents are not commonly active, and when nocturnal animals and insects are commonly active, between the hours of 10pm-6am every day.

C. Security Lighting. Security lighting shall be provided in all nonresidential zoning districts at building entrances/exits. Security lighting shall provide a minimum of two footcandles and a maximum of three footcandles at the ground level of the entrance.

D. Shielding. Where the light source is visible from outside the project boundary, shielding shall be required to reduce glare so that neither the light source nor its image from a reflective surface shall be directly visible from any point five feet or more beyond the Agenda Item #6.2:

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property line. This requirement shall not apply to single-family residential uses, traffic safety lighting, or public street lighting.

E. Height. Light standards shall should not normally exceed 15 feet in height, especially within and adjacent to residential developments. The review authority may allow taller standards in large parking lots that are not adjacent to residential uses or in other special settings.

F. Recreational Court Lighting. The following standards shall apply to the lighting of outdoor recreational courts:

1. Type. Fixtures shall be of a type that is rectangular on a horizontal plane. The outside of the fixture, arm, and supporting pole shall be coated with a dark, low reflectance material;

2. Location. Light fixtures shall not be located closer than 10 feet to the nearest property line;

3. Height. The maximum height of the light fixtures shall be 15 18 feet measured from the court surface;

4. Number. Not more than one light fixture for each 900 square feet of court surface is allowed, with a maximum of eight poles and fixtures for each recreational court;

5. Supports. Light fixtures shall be supported by an arm extending at least four feet from a support pole;

6. Design. Light fixtures shall be designed, constructed, mounted, and maintained so that, with appropriate shielding, the light source is completely cut off when viewed from any point five feet or more beyond the property lines of the subject parcel. The incident light level at a property line shall not exceed one footcandle measured from finished grade to a height of 12 feet. The incident light level upon any habitable structure on an adjoining property shall not exceed 0.05 footcandle;

7. Hours of Operation. Recreational court lighting shall not be operated between 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. on weekdays and between 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. on Saturdays and Sundays;
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8. Coating of Surface. In the event that an illuminated court surface is visible from another parcel, the court surface shall be treated with a low reflectance, dark-colored coating; and

9. Waiver of Provisions. Provisions of this subsection may be waived or modified by the planning commission through the approval of an exception in compliance with SMC 19.54.050. (Ord. 06-2013 § 3, 2013; amended during June 2011 supplement; Ord. 2003-02 § 3, 2003).

19.40.040 Structure Height measurement and height limit exceptions.

All structures shall meet the following standards relating to height, except for fences and walls, which shall comply with Chapter 19.46 SMC, Fences, Hedges and Walls.

A. Maximum Height. The height of structures shall not exceed the standards established by Division III, Project Design. The maximum height shall be measured as the vertical distance from the finished grade of the site to an imaginary plane located the allowed number of feet above and parallel to the grade. See Figure 4-1. Structures in hillside areas shall comply with the height regulations identified in SMC 19.40.050, Hillside development.

B. Exceptions to Height Limits. Exceptions to the height limits for structures shall apply in the following manner:

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1. Third-Floor Residential Units. Within the Commercial, Gateway Commercial, and Mixed Use zoning districts, a maximum height of 36 feet may be allowed in order to accommodate a third-floor of multifamily residential development. The allowance of this additional height shall be subject to an exception use permit review, in compliance with SMC 19.54.050.

2. Elevator Penthouses and Other Roof-Mounted Structures. Roof-mounted structures for the housing of elevators, stairways, tanks, ventilating fans, or similar equipment shall be allowed, up to a maximum of five feet above the allowed structure height. The total square footage of all structures above the allowed height shall not exceed 25 percent of the total roof area of the main structure.

3. Chimneys, Spires, Antennas, Etc. Chimneys, flag poles, antennas and similar structures shall be allowed, up to a maximum of eight feet above the allowed structure height.

4. Additional Height. Additional height or roof area may be allowed subject to the approval of an exception in compliance with SMC 19.54.050. (Ord. 2003-02 § 3, 2003).

19.40.050 Hillside development.

A. Purpose. This section establishes standards regulations and guidelines to preserve and protect views to and from the hillside areas within the city, to preserve significant topographical features and habitats, and to maintain the identity, character, and environmental quality of the city.

B. Applicability.

1. Hillside Areas and Hillside Zoning District. The standards and guidelines contained in this section apply to all uses and structures within areas that have a slope of 10 percent or greater, or areas with slopes that exceed 15 percent over 25 percent or more of the site and to all development within the Hillside zoning district.

2. Basis for Slope Determinations. For the purpose of this section, slope shall be computed on the natural slope of the land before grading, as determined from a topographic map having a scale of not less than one inch equals 100 feet and a contour interval of not more than five feet.

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3. Conditional Use Permit Required. New development within a hillside area shall be subject to the approval of a conditional use permit in compliance with SMC 19.54.040.

C. Additional Application Requirements. In addition to the standard application submittal requirements, the city council or planning commission may, by resolution, establish additional informational requirements for applications involving hillside development.

D. Development Standards.

1. Structure Height. The height of structures in a hillside area shall not exceed the maximum established by the applicable zoning district. Measurement of structure height shall be as provided in SMC 19.40.040, Height measurement and height limit exceptions.

2. Grading and Drainage.
a. Grading shall be designed to:
i. Conserve natural topographic features and appearances by minimizing the amount of cut and fill and by means of land form grading to blend graded slopes and benches with the natural topography; and
ii. Retain major natural topographic features (i.e., canyons, knolls, ridgelines, depressions, drainages, and prominent landmarks).
b. All graded areas shall be protected from wind and water erosion. Interim erosion control plans shall be required, certified by the project engineer, and reviewed and approved by the city engineer.
c. Slopes created by grading shall not exceed a ratio of 23:1, unless without a soils report and stabilization study indicating a greater permissible slope and shall not exceed 30 feet in height between terraces or benches.

3. Street Layout. To the extent feasible based on property conditions, streets shall follow the natural contours of the terrain in order to minimize the need for grading.

Cul-de-sacs and loop roads are encouraged where necessary to fit the natural topography subject to the approval of the city engineer and fire department.

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E. Design Standards Guidelines. Within the hillside area and the Hillside zoning district, the following design standards guidelines shall should be implemented whenever applicable:

1. Terrain Alteration. The project shall should be designed to fit the terrain rather than altering the terrain to fit the project. Development patterns that form visually protruding or steeply cut slopes for roads or lots shall be avoided.

2. Lot Pad Grading. Lot pad grading shall should be limited to the boundaries of the structure’s foundation, vehicle parking space and a yard area as shown on the approved grading plan. Pads should not exceed 5,000 square feet in total area per parcel, including access road or driveways.

3. Site and Structure Design. Site design shall should utilize varying structure heights and setbacks, split-level foundations, and retaining walls to terrace structures with the direction of the slope.

4. Lot Line Locations. Lot lines shall should be placed at the top of slope areas to help ensure that the slope will not be neglected by the uphill owner.

5. Design and Location of Structures.
a. The form, mass, and profile of the individual buildings and architectural features shall should be designed to blend with the natural terrain and preserve the character and profile of the natural slope. Techniques that shall should be utilized considered include:
i. Split pads, stepped footings, and grade separations to permit structure to step up the natural slope;
ii. Detaching parts of a dwelling (e.g., garage); and
iii. Avoiding the use of gable ends on downhill elevations. The slope of the roof shall should be oriented in the same direction as the natural slope. b. Excavate underground or utilize below grade rooms to reduce the visual bulk of a structure.
c. Use roofs on lower levels as open space decks for upper levels.

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d. Exterior structural supports and undersides of floors and decks not enclosed by walls are not permitted unless may be permitted provided fire safety and aesthetic considerations have been adequately addressed. e. Building materials and color schemes shall should blend with the natural landscape of earth tones and natural vegetative growth.

6. Retaining Walls. Retaining walls that result in large uniform planes shall be avoided.

Retaining walls shall be divided into elements and terraces with landscaping to screen them from view. Generally, no No retaining wall shall should be higher than five feet. When a series of retaining walls is required, each individual retaining wall shall should be separated from adjacent walls by a minimum of five feet, surfaces will be planted, and drainage solutions will prevent water from cascading over the retaining walls and scouring sediments or plant materials from adjacent or lower elevation topographical features.

7. Slope Restoration. Transitional slopes shall be replanted with drought-tolerant self-sufficient trees, shrubs, and ground cover that are compatible with existing surrounding vegetation in order to enhance the blending of manufactured constructed and natural slopes.

8. Reduced Public Street Widths. On-street parking lanes may be omitted from public streets when the result is a substantial decrease in cutting and/or filling. Where no onstreet parking is provided, off-street parking areas shall be provided to yield a ratio of two additional spaces per dwelling unit. Streets may be reduced to 24 feet in width with no on-street parking, or 32 feet in width with on-street parking on one side.

9. Preservation of Ridgelines. Ridgelines shall be preserved. Structures shall not be located closer to a ridgeline than 100 feet measured horizontally on a topographic map or 50 feet measured vertically on a cross section, whichever is more restrictive. In no case shall the roofline or any other portion of a structure extend above the line of sight between a ridgeline and any public right-of-way, whether the ridgeline is above or below the right-of-way.

E. Evaluation of Applications. The planning commission shall evaluate a conditional use permit application for hillside development based on the following objectives, in addition to the findings for conditional use permits required through SMC 19.54.040:

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1. The preservation of natural topographic features and appearances by maintaining the natural topography to the greatest extent possible;

2. The protection of natural topographic features and appearances through limitations on successive padding and terracing of building sites and the preservation of significant ridgelines, steep slopes, natural rock outcroppings, drainage courses, prominent trees and woodlands, vernal pools, and other areas of special natural terrain beauty;

3. The utilization of varying setbacks, building heights, foundation designs, and compatible building forms, materials, and colors that help blend buildings into the terrain;

4. The utilization of clustered sites and buildings on more gently sloping terrain to reduce grading alterations on steeper slopes;

5. The utilization of building designs, locations, and arrangements that protect views to and from the hillside area;

6. The preservation and introduction of plant materials so as to protect slopes from soil erosion and slippage and minimize the visual effects of grading and construction of hillside areas; and

7. The utilization of street designs and improvements that minimize grading alterations and harmonize with the natural contours of the hillsides. (Ord. 2003-02 § 3, 2003).

19.40.060 Landscape standards.

A. Purpose. The provisions of this section are intended to enhance the aesthetic appearance of the city by providing standards related to the quality and functional aspects of landscaping and to increase the compatibility between abutting land uses and public rightsof-way by providing landscape screening and buffers.

B. Applicability. All projects that require planning permit or subdivision approval by the city shall provide and maintain landscaping in compliance with the provisions of this chapter, as applicable to the specific features of the project.

C. Areas Required to Be Landscaped. Landscaping shall be provided in the following locations:

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1. Setbacks. All setback and open space areas required by this development code shall be landscaped, except where a required setback is occupied by a sidewalk or driveway, or where a required setback is screened from public view and it is determined by the review authority that landscaping is not necessary to fulfill the purposes of this chapter.

2. Unused Areas. All areas of a project site not intended for a specific use (including pad sites in shopping centers held for future development) or designated as natural open space shall be landscaped unless it is determined by the review authority that landscaping is not necessary to fulfill the purposes of this chapter.

3. Parking Areas. Parking areas shall be landscaped in compliance with Chapter 19.48.090 SMC, Landscaping of parking facilities Parking and Loading Standards.

D. Landscape Standards and Guidelines. Landscaping shall be designed and installed as follows:

1. General Design Standards. The following features shall be incorporated into the design of landscaped areas:
a. Landscaping shall be designed for water efficiency, in conformance with the requirements of the low-water use landscaping ordinance in Chapter 14.32 (Water-efficient Landscaping).
b. Landscaping shall be planned as an integral part of the overall project design and not simply located in left over space after parking areas and structures have been planned.
c. Landscaped areas shall be provided with an automatic irrigation system. d. Pedestrian access to sidewalks and structures shall be considered in the design of all landscaped areas.
e. Landscape planting shall be provided within adjacent public street rights-ofway, in compliance with Chapter 19.12 (Streetscape) 19.62 SMC, Subdivision Design and Improvement Requirements.

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f. Landscaping shall follow regional guidelines for native species plant palettes.
g. Sites where stormwater may be slowed, spread, and infiltrated into the groundwater shall employ BASMAA stormwater standards of irrigation, soil engineering (as necessary), and associated plant palettes to choose from.
h. Landscaping shall be fire-wise. Multiple resources are available for fire-wise landscaping which includes the principals of location on parcel, species and plant habit, and required maintenance or relative upkeep associated with landscaping choices.

Residential: Landscaping may include drought tolerant lawn, ground cover, trees, shrubs, and other live plant materials. Landscaping may also include small amounts of accessory decorative outdoor landscape elements (e.g., ponds, fountains, sculpture, drainage and stormwater outflows and paved or decorated surfaces) excluding driveways, parking, and storage areas.

Commercial: Landscaping shall be drought tolerant shall be consistent with the city’s low-water use landscaping ordinance. Lawn is prohibited unless part of a play area.

2. Plant Materials. Plant materials shall be selected and installed to comply with the following requirements:
a. A mix of plant materials and sizes shall be provided consistent with the city’s low-water use landscaping ordinance. Variety is encouraged in order to provide visual interest as well as reduce the chance of landscape failure due to disease infestation. Trees shall not be smaller than 15-gallon container stock and shrubs shall not be smaller than five-gallon container stock;
b. Trees and shrubs shall be planted so that at maturity they do not interfere with utilities and traffic safety sight areas;
c. Trees and shrubs shall be planted and maintained in a manner that protects the basic rights of adjacent property owners. Street tree varieties shall be consistent with the city’s adopted street tree list;
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d. Trees planted within x feet near public sidewalks or curbs shall comply with the city’s street tree list. be of a species and installed in a manner that prevents physical damage to sidewalks, curbs, gutters and other public improvements;
e. Tree varieties planted within street rights-of-way or within 6 feet of public sidewalks and curbs shall be consistent with the city’s street tree list and shall comply with street tree planting standards;
f. Ground cover shall should normally be live plant material (exceptions include rocks placed around trees to prevent overwatering). Limited quantities (10 percent maximum) of gravel, bark, or similar materials may be used in combination with a living ground cover;
g. Turf areas shall should be designed to minimize water runoff onto hardscape.

E. Landscape Plan Requirements.

1. Preliminary Landscape Plan. A preliminary landscape plan shall be submitted in conjunction with or following the approval of an application for a land use entitlement (e.g., conditional use permit, tentative map, planned unit development), for new development, or and the significant expansion or redevelopment of an existing use subject to review by the design review and historic preservation commission.

2. Content. Preliminary landscape plans and final landscape plans shall contain information as specified in the instructions for preparing landscape plans, provided by the department. Properties where more than 2,500 square feet of impervious surface are being developed or replaced must meet the BASMAA Low Impact Development (LID) stormwater standards to treat flows unable to be infiltrated on site, which must meet the performance standard requirement to function as designed. Sites meeting or exceeding 2,500 square feet of impervious surface and are doubling the impervious surfaces extant on the parcel must treat 100% of all stormwater generated on site.

3. Review and Approval. After initial application review in compliance with SMC 19.52.060, Initial application review, the design review and historic preservation commission shall review each preliminary landscape plan to verify its compliance with the provisions of this section. The design review and historic preservation commission Agenda Item #6.2:

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may approve the submittal in compliance with this section, or may disapprove or require changes to a submittal that is not in compliance. WELO calculations are not required for the preliminary landscape plan.

4. Final Landscape Plan. Following approval of the land use entitlement, a final landscape plan shall be submitted as part of the application for a building permit. Final plans shall be approved by the city planner prior to the start of on-site construction or soil disturbance and prior to the issuance of a building permit. Projects requiring commission approval due to their size or use shall require plans be prepared by a licensed landscape architect or licensed contractor. Evidence shall also be provided that a licensed landscape contractor will be responsible for plant and irrigation installation. WELO documentation shall be submitted with the Final Landscape Plan.

5. Landscaping installation must comply with construction standards relating to sediment and erosion control, and stormwater compliance.

F. Maintenance Required. Landscape areas shall be maintained to ensure survival and growth of the tree, bush, or ground cover in compliance with the approved landscape planin a healthful and sound condition at all times. Irrigation systems and their components shall be maintained in a fully functional manner. Regular maintenance shall include, but not be limited to, checking, adjusting, and repairing irrigation equipment; aerating and dethatching turf areas; replenishing mulch; fertilizing; pruning; and weeding in all landscaped areas. (Ord. 06-2013 § 3, 2013; amended during June 2011 supplement; Ord. 2003-02 § 3, 2003).

19.40.070 Open space for multifamily residential projects.

This section provides requirements, guidelines, and incentives for the provision of private and common open spaces and related amenities for newly developed or redeveloped multifamily residential uses throughout the city. The intent of this section is to ensure that multifamily residential developments in the city are provided with high-quality private and common open space integral to the design of the development.

A. Open Space Required. All multifamily residential projects except duplexes shall provide permanently maintained outdoor open space for each dwelling unit (private open space) and for all residents (common open space). Unless different standards are applied through specific planning area regulations as set forth in Division III, Project Design, usable outdoor Agenda Item #6.2:

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open space, not including required front or street-side yards, shall be provided as set forth in Table 4-1, below:

Table 4-1
Minimum Open Space Requirements for Multifamily Development Type Area Required
Common outdoor space: 300 square feet per dwelling unit Private outdoor space:

Studio and one-bedroom units 75 square feet per dwelling unit Two-bedroom units 150 square feet per dwelling unit
Three-bedroom units and larger 225 square feet per dwelling unit Project proponents are encouraged to provide open space areas that exceed the minimum amount required. The city may offer incentives in compliance with subsection (E) of this section.

B. Configuration of Open Space. To ensure that required open space is well-designed, usable, and accessible, the review authority shall employ the following standards and guidelines in evaluating proposed open space:

1. Required open space shall be located on-site.

2. Open space shall should be provided as continuous, usable site elements that reinforce or enhance other aspects of the site plan, such as pedestrian networks, view corridors, and environmental features.

3. Common open space areas shall should be oriented to pedestrian circulation and shall should incorporate seating, enhanced paving materials, lighting, shade trees and/or trellises, and landscaping. Fountains, works of art, and similar features are also encouraged.

4. Open space areas shall be easily accessible. Common open space areas shall should be readily accessible from the majority of units in the development. Private open space shall should be immediately accessible from a kitchen, dining room, family room or master bedroom within the unit it serves.

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5. All open space areas shall be of sufficient size to be usable by residents:
a. Private open space areas for two or more bedrooms shall have a minimum dimension of seven feet and a configuration that would accommodate a rectangle of at least 100 square feet;
b. Common open space areas shall have a minimum dimension of 15 feet.

6. The orientation of private and common open space shall should take advantage of natural sunlight and shall should be sheltered from the noise and traffic of adjacent street or incompatible uses.

7. Open space shall provide natural and beautification benefits and reduce the heat-island effect by providing natural or constructed shade through trellising, planting of trees, and shade structures.

C. Allowed Uses. Required common open space shall be available for passive and active outdoor recreational uses for the enjoyment of all residents of the multifamily development.

These spaces shall not include driveways, public or private streets, utility easements where the ground surface cannot be appropriately used for open space, parking spaces, or other areas primarily intended for other functions.

D. Maintenance. Required common open space shall be controlled and permanently maintained by the owner of the property or by project homeowners through a homeowners association or maintenance agreement.

E. Commercial Open Space Incentives. Commercial dDevelopment incentives to encourage pedestrian-oriented open spaces that exceed the above requirements may be granted at the discretion of the planning commission. The types of incentives that may be available to eligible projects include:

1. Reduced parking requirements (for pedestrian-oriented open space and amenities of an especially high quality);

2. Increased lot coverage;

3. Reduced front and street-side setbacks. (Ord. 2003-02 § 3, 2003).

19.40.080 Open space for commercial and mixed use projects.

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This section provides requirements and guidelines for the provision of open spaces and related amenities for newly developed or redeveloped commercial uses, including mixed use and live-work development, throughout the city. The intent is to make commercial and mixed use environments more livable, pedestrian-oriented, and humane through the provision of public and private open spaces, including plazas, courtyards, and outdoor dining and seating areas.

A. Open Space Required. All commercial and mixed use projects shall provide permanently maintained outdoor open space, except as provided for in subsection (F) of this section, Exemptions. Unless different standards are applied through planning area regulations found in Division III, Project Design, usable outdoor open space shall be provided as set forth in Table 4-2, below:

Table 4-2
Minimum Open Space Requirements for Commercial and Mixed Use Development
Type Area Required
Commercial
Change in use, with no increase in
building area
N.A.

New development, on site <10,000 sq.
ft.
7%
New development, on site 10,000 to
20,000 sq. ft.
9%
New development, on site >20,000 sq.
ft.
11%
Mixed Use
New development 300 sq. ft. per unit, any combination public and private
Live-Work1
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Table 4-2
Minimum Open Space Requirements for Commercial and Mixed Use Development
Type Area Required
New development 250 sq. ft. per unit, any combination public and private
Notes:

1. See SMC 19.50.050 for specific regulations pertaining to live/work development.

Project proponents are encouraged to provide open space areas that exceed the minimum amount required. The city may offer incentives in compliance with subsection (E) of this section.

B. Configuration of Open Space. To ensure that required open space is well-designed, usable, and accessible, the review authority shall employ the following standards and guidelines in evaluating proposed open space:

1. Required open space shall be located on-site.

2. Open space shall should be provided as continuous, usable site elements that reinforce or enhance other aspects of the site plan, such as pedestrian networks, view corridors, and environmental features.

3. Common open space areas shall should be oriented to pedestrian circulation and shall should incorporate seating, enhanced paving materials, lighting, shade trees and/or trellises, and landscaping. Fountains, works of art, and similar features are also encouraged.

4. Private open space for residential and live-work units shall should be immediately accessible from a kitchen, dining room, family room or master bedroom within the unit it serves.

5. Open space areas intended for residents shall be of sufficient size to be usable by residents:

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a. Private open space areas shall should have a minimum dimension of seven feet and a configuration that would accommodate a rectangle of at least 100 square feet;
b. Common open space areas shall should have a minimum dimension of 15 feet.

6. The orientation of private and common open space shall should take advantage of natural sunlight and shall should be sheltered from incompatible uses.

C. Allowed Uses. Required open space shall not include driveways, public or private streets, utility easements where the ground surface cannot be appropriately used for open space, parking spaces, or other areas primarily intended for other functions, except for stormwater detention and infiltration functions where the ground surface can be appropriately used for open space during dry weather.

D. Maintenance. Required common open space shall be controlled and permanently maintained by the owner of the property or by multiple project owners through a condominium association or maintenance agreement.

E. Commercial Open Space Incentives. Commercial dDevelopment incentive bonuses to encourage pedestrian-oriented open spaces, open spaces which preserve areas in a pristine natural condition, intensive green roofs that reduce stormwater runoff while providing accessible open space for pedestrians, and open spaces that reduce stormwater runoff through detention or infiltration that exceed the above requirements may be granted at the discretion of the planning commission. The types of bonus incentives that may be available to eligible projects include:

1. Reduced parking requirements (for pedestrian-oriented open space and amenities of an especially high quality);

2. Increased lot coverage;

3. Reduced setbacks.

F. Exemptions. The provision of required open space may be reduced or waived by the review authority (planning commission or design review and historic preservation commission) under the following circumstances:

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1. Minor commercial development or additions involving less than 500 square feet of new building area;

2. Infill or replacement development in the Downtown district. (Ord. 05-2015 § 4, 2015; Ord. 06-2013 § 3, 2013; amended during June 2011 supplement; Ord. 2003-02 § 3, 2003).

19.40.090 Performance standards.

All land use activities shall comply with the following provisions regarding the prohibition of adverse impacts:

A. Adverse Impacts Prohibited. Any use or activity that results in an adverse impact to the character and environment of a surrounding area by producing repeated and consistently intolerable levels of air pollution, electrical or electronic disturbance, hazardous materials, glare, noise, odor, vibration, waste products, or similar disturbances, shall be prohibited.

B. Determination of a Public Nuisance. Upon discovery of the activity, the city shall investigate and utilize, where necessary, whatever instruments or consulting specialists that may be required to determine whether or not a public nuisance exists.

C. Abatement of a Public Nuisance. An identified public nuisance shall be abated in compliance with Chapter 14.30 SMC. (Ord. 2003-02 § 3, 2003).

19.40.100 Screening and buffering.

This section provides standards for the screening and buffering of adjoining land uses, equipment and outdoor storage areas, and trash storage areas.

A. Screening Between Different Land Uses. Fences and walls shall be provided and maintained between different zoning districts in the following manner:

1. Wall Height. An opaque screen consisting of plant material and a solid masonry wall or wooden fence, a minimum of six feet in height, shall be installed along parcel boundaries whenever a commercial or industrial development adjoins a residential zoning district and whenever a multifamily zoning district adjoins a single-family residential zoning district. The maximum height of the walls shall comply with the provisions of Chapter 19.46 SMC, Fences, Hedges and Walls.

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2. Wall Treatment. The walls or fences shall be architecturally treated on both sides, subject to the approval of the city planner or the design review and historic preservation commission, as applicable.

3. Pedestrian Access. Pedestrian access shall may be provided between the commercial properties and adjoining common open area(s) within residential developments.

4. Waiver by Planning Commission. The planning commission may waive or modify the requirements for screening walls or fences if one or more of the following findings can be made:
a. The development plan adequately provides for the integration of different land uses (e.g., shared parking areas) in such a way that conflicts between the different uses will be avoided;
b. An existing wall or fence is in place that meets or would be modified to conform to the intent of this section;
c. A lesser level of screening is appropriate due to the nature of the adjoining uses.

B. Mechanical Equipment.

1. Screened from Public View. Roof- or ground-mounted mechanical equipment (e.g., air conditioning, heating, ventilation ducts and exhaust, water heaters, etc.), loading docks, service yards, storage and waste areas, and utility services shall be screened from public view from adjoining public rights-of-way, and adjoining area(s) zoned for residential or open space uses, including views from above the subject project.

Screening can be compatible with multi-benefit projects, including stormwater vegetated sales, bioretention, or capture.

2. Architectural Compatibility. The method of screening shall be architecturally compatible with other on-site development in terms of colors, materials, architectural style, and shall include appropriately installed and maintained landscaping subject to SMC 19.40.060, Landscape standards, and the approval of the city planner or the design review and historic preservation commission, as applicable.

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C. Solar Equipment. The placement of solar heating or electrical generation equipment shall be regulated as follows:

1. Roof-Mounted Equipment. Roof-mounted solar collector panels shall be flat, matching the roof pitch, and placed as close as possible to the surface of the roof. All plumbing, piping, and other connections shall be suitably covered with metal flashing painted to match the color of the roof.

2. Ground-Mounted Equipment. Ground-mounted solar collector panels and related equipment shall be placed no closer than five feet to any property line and shall be screened from public view. The height of ground-mounted structures, including collector panels, shall not exceed seven feet.

3. Appurtenant Equipment. Appurtenant equipment and fixtures shall be screened from public view.

4. Use Permit Requirements. The placement of solar equipment shall be subject to design review as set forth in SMC 19.54.080 under the following circumstances:
a. Roof-mounted solar panels proposed for any structure located in the Historic Overlay district.
b. Roof-mounted solar panels with an area of greater than 200 square feet.
c. The proposed placement of solar equipment that does not comply with the provisions set forth in subsections (C)(1) or (C)(2) of this section.

D. Outdoor Storage and Work Yards. Uses with outdoor storage of materials or operations shall comply with the following:

1. Solid Sight-Obscuring Wall and Gate(s). Outside uses shall have a solid sightobscuring masonry wall or wooden fence not less than six feet, or more than eight feet in height, of a type and design approved by the review authority. The wall shall include sight-obscuring gates. The wall and gate(s) shall be maintained to continuously conform to this standard to the satisfaction of the city planner; and Agenda Item #6.2:

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2. All Operations Within Walled Area. Site operations in conjunction with the outdoor uses, including the loading and unloading of materials and equipment, shall be conducted entirely within a walled area.

E. Outdoor Building Supply Area(s). Outdoor building supply areas shall be screened with walls, wood fencing, meshing, landscaping, or similar material to minimize visibility of the storage area(s), subject to the approval of the review authority.

F. Trash Enclosures. Any outdoor storage of garbage cans, dumpsters, recycling bins or other similar containers shall be enclosed by a solid wooden fence, masonry wall, or other similar enclosure. The enclosure shall be located on the site so as to minimize potential noise, odor, and visual impacts on adjacent properties and prevent the transport of trash, spilled materials or leaks outside of the designated trash area either by wind or stormwater runoffon. (Ord. 05-2015 § 5, 2015; Ord. 06-2013 § 3, 2013; amended during June 2011 supplement; Ord. 2003-02 § 3, 2003).

19.40.110 Setback regulations and exceptions.

This section establishes standards to ensure the provision of open areas around structures for: access to and around structures; access to natural light, ventilation, and direct sunlight; separation of incompatible land uses; space for landscaping, privacy, and recreation; and visibility and traffic safety.

A. Setback Requirements.

1. Compliance. All structures shall comply with the setback requirements established by Division III, Project Design, state and federal regulations, and with any special setbacks established for specific uses by this development code and by the city’s adopted Uniform Building Code.

2. Extending Over Property Lines Prohibited. Portions of a structure, including eaves or roof overhangs, shall not extend beyond a property line or into an access easement or public right-of-way.

3. Unobstructed. Each required setback area shall be open and unobstructed from the ground upward, except as provided in this section.

B. Measurement of Setbacks. Setbacks shall be measured as follows:

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1. Front Setback. The required front setback shall be measured at right angles from the nearest point on the front property line to the nearest point of the wall of the structure, except as follows:
a. The measurement shall be taken from the nearest point of the structure to the nearest point of the property line adjoining the public right-of-way determined by the city planner to constitute the front yard. (Whenever a future right-of-way line is officially established, required setbacks shall be measured from the established line(s));
b. For flag lots, the measurement shall normally be taken from a parallel line established where the access strip meets the buildable area of the parcel closest to the public right-of-way to the nearest point of the wall of the structure.

2. Side Setbacks. The side setback shall be measured at right angles from the nearest point on the side property line of the parcel to the nearest point of the wall of the structure, establishing a setback line parallel to the side property line, which extends between the front and rear yards.

3. Street-Side Setback. The side setback, on the street side of a corner parcel, shall be measured at right angles from the nearest point on the side property line adjoining the public right-of-way to the nearest point of the wall of the structure.

4. Rear Setback. The rear setback shall be measured at right angles from the nearest point on the rear property line of the parcel to the nearest point of the wall of the structure, establishing a setback line parallel to the rear property line, which extends between the side yards, except:
a. The rear setback on the street side of a double frontage lot shall be measured from the nearest point of the rear property line adjoining the public right-of-way.

If an access easement or public right-of-way line extends into or through a rear setback, the measurement shall be taken from the nearest point of the easement or right-of-way line; and
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depth of the required rear setback.

C. Allowed Projections into Setbacks. The following architectural features may extend beyond the wall of the structure and into the front, side, and rear setbacks, only as follows:

1. Balconies, Porches, and Stairways. The following setback standards shall apply to balconies, porches, and stairways:
a. Balconies and similar open, uncovered features shall not project into any required setback unless the feature is three feet or less in height above finished grade, in which case it may extend into required setbacks in compliance with subsection (C)(1)(c) of this section;
b. Covered, unenclosed porches, located at the same level as the entrance floor of the structure, may extend into required setbacks in compliance with subsection (C)(1)(c) of this section;
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c. Uncovered outside stairways and landings, that are not attached to a deck, are not enclosed, and do not extend above a ground floor entrance, may extend into required setbacks as follows:
i. Up to 10 feet into a required front or street-side setback, but not closer than 10 feet to a front or street-side property line;
ii. Up to three feet into a required side setback, but not closer than three feet to a side property line;
iii. Up to three feet into a required rear setback, but not closer than 10 feet to a rear property line;
d. These requirements shall not apply to uncovered landings, patios, or walkways constructed not more than six inches above finished grade.

2. Canopies, Chimneys/Fireplaces, Cornices, Eaves, and Roof Overhangs. Cantilevered architectural features on the main structure, including bay windows, canopies, chimneys/fire places up to eight feet in width, cornices, eaves, fireplaces, roof overhangs, and solar devices may extend up to three feet into a required setback, but Agenda Item #6.2:

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not closer than three feet to a side or rear property line.

3. Setback Requirements for Specific Structures and Equipment. a. Decks, driveways, patio slabs, and walkways shall be allowed in required setbacks, provided they do not exceed a height of six inches above finished grade. This provision shall not exclude the use of steps providing access between areas of different elevation on the same property.
b. An inner court providing access to a dwelling group (constructed and located face-to-face) shall provide a minimum width of 15 feet between rows for singlestory structures with an additional five feet of width for each additional floor above the first floor.
c. Ground-mounted equipment (e.g., air conditioners, fans, filters, heaters, swimming pool pumps, etc.) shall be allowed in required side or rear setbacks, provided:

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i. The equipment, including housing, is not closer than three feet to any side or rear property line; and
ii. The equipment does not exceed a height of four feet measured from the finished grade at the base of the unit.
d. Guard railings or fences for safety protection around depressed ramps may be located in required setbacks provided:
i. An open-work railing or fence is used; and
ii. The height of the railing or fence complies with the requirements of the city’s adopted Uniform Building Code.
e. Wooden and/or masonry planter boxes shall be allowed in all required setbacks when maintaining a maximum height of 42 inches.
f. Patios.
i. Attached covered patios having no enclosures, screening, or walls on at least three sides shall not project more than 10 feet into a required rear setback.
ii. Detached covered patios shall meet the requirements for residential accessory structures identified in SMC 19.50.080, Residential accessory uses and structures.
g. Retaining Walls.
i. Retaining walls up to 42 inches in height are exempt from setback requirements.
ii. Retaining walls up to six feet in height may be located within a required setback provided the exposed side of the wall faces into the subject parcel. If the exposed side of the retaining wall faces out of the subject parcel, the maximum height within the setback shall be four feet.
h. Swimming pools and spas are allowed in side and rear setbacks provided they are not closer than five feet to a side or rear property line.

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D. Projections into the Public Right-of-Way. In commercial and mixed use zoning districts, projections into the public right-of-way may be allowed as provided for below.

1. Signs, Awnings and Canopies. Subject to the approval of the design review and historic preservation commission in accordance with SMC 19.54.080, Site design and architectural review, signs, awnings, and similar nonpermanent structures may project into the public right-of-way. The minimum clearance of such structures shall be seven feet and the minimum distance from an adjoining curb or street edge shall be three feet. Supporting posts or columns shall not be permitted under this provision.

2. Balconies and Building Projections. Subject to the approval of the planning commission in accordance with SMC 19.54.040, Use permits, balconies and other permanent building features may project into a public right-of-way. The minimum clearance of such structures shall be eight feet and the minimum distance from an adjoining curb or street edge shall be three feet. Supporting posts or columns shall not be permitted under this provision.

3. Posts, Columns, and Supports. Subject to the approval of the city council through the review of an encroachment permit, posts, columns and other permanent building features may be permitted within the public right-of-way. Such features shall not impede pedestrian access and shall be set back a minimum of three feet from any adjoining public street.

E. Use and Maintenance of Setback Areas. Setback areas and yards (defined as areas on a property not developed with a structure), including driveways and parking areas, shall be used and maintained in accordance with the following standards and requirements:

1. Structures. Yards and required setback areas shall not be occupied by structures other than:
a. Fences, as allowed under Chapter 19.46 SMC, Fences, Hedges and Walls. b. Accessory structures located within setback areas in compliance with SMC 19.50.080, Residential accessory uses and structures. c. Projections into setbacks as provided for under subsection (C) of this section. d. Structures for which a variance or an exception have been obtained, in accordance with the applicable provisions of Division V.

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e. Legal nonconforming structures.

2. Use. The use of yards and required setback areas shall be limited to the following:
a. Permitted uses under the applicable zoning district as set forth in Division II; b. Conditionally permitted uses under the applicable zoning district as set forth in Division II for which a conditional use permit has been obtained; c. Home occupations operated in conformance with SMC 19.50.040; d. Legal nonconforming uses.

3. Storage. Front or street-side yards and setbacks shall not be used for the storage of garbage, rubbish, debris, parts, building materials (except in the course of permitted construction), or inoperable motor vehicles, except for screened storage facilities, such as building materials yards, allowed through a use permit in the Commercial and Mixed Use zones.

4. Maintenance. Setbacks and yards shall be maintained so as to be free from garbage and debris and accumulations of refuse and yard waste. No yard or setback area shall be maintained in a manner that supports or attracts concentrations of vermin or feral animals. (Ord. 06-2013 § 3, 2013; amended during June 2011 supplement; Ord. 2003-02 § 3, 2003).

19.40.120 Undergrounding of utilities.

All on-site cable television, electric, and telephone facilities, fire alarm conduits, lighting wiring, and other wiring conduits and similar facilities shall be placed underground at the time of development. (Ord. 2003-02 § 3, 2003). Unless otherwise approved by the city engineer, no new above ground power poles shall be allowed. Existing poles may be replaced in kind as required for maintenance.

19.40.130 Protection of scenic vistas.

A. Purpose. It is the purpose of this section to provide standards for the protection of important scenic vistas throughout the city as identified in the General Plan, Community Development Element (Town Design).

B. Applicability. The provisions of this section apply to any new development for which a discretionary planning or subdivision permit is required that has the potential to affect any Agenda Item #6.2:

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of the scenic vistas identified in the General Plan (see the “Town Design Elements” map in the Community Development Element).

C. Scenic Vista Defined. For the purpose of this section, a “scenic vista” means a public view, benefitting the community at large, of significant features, including hillside terrain, ridgelines, canyons, geologic features, and community amenities (e.g., parks, landmarks, permanent open space).

D. Standards for View Corridors. New structures shall be constructed and located in a manner that preserves scenic vistas by maintaining view corridors, whenever possible.

Examples of corridors include:

1. Unbuilt space between buildings;

2. View opportunities created from undeveloped lots;

3. Airspace created from public parks and open spaces; and

4. Open spaces created from the deliberate spacing of buildings on the same lot or adjacent lots; and.

5. Development in hillside areas, especially near ridgelines, shall comply with the standards in SMC 19.40.050, Hillside development. (Ord. 2003-02 § 3, 2003).

B. Section 19.92 (Definitions) of the Sonoma Municipal Code is amended in part to add the following definitions:
“Creek”. A natural or once natural flowing open drainage channel with an established bed and bank. These consist of perennial, intermittent, and ephemeral streams, including open waterways that have been restored, modified, or channelized, and may include ditches, culverts, or other above-ground conduits constructed specifically for storm drainage function and providing habitat benefits with wetland or riparian characteristics. Creeks may have engineered structures that are in place to prevent erosion, however these do not alter the creek’s protected status. Perennial and intermittent streams, shown as solid or dashed blue lines (or purple lines) on the most recent appropriate USGS data, and ephemeral streams as defined below, are subject to creek protection policies, and these include primary, secondary and tertiary creeks or creek drainages that drain to Sonoma, Fryer, or Nathanson Creek.

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“Creek, Ephemeral”. A watercourse that carries only surface runoff and flows during and immediately after periods of precipitation or groundwater flows. “Creek, Intermittent”. A watercourse that is temporally intermittent or seasonal and that flows during the wet season, continues to flow after the period of precipitation or ground water flow, and ceases surface flow during at least part of the dry season. Intermittent streams are typically shown as a dashed blue line on USGS quadrangle maps.
“Creek, Perennial”. A watercourse that flows throughout the year (except for infrequent or extended periods of drought), although surface water flow may be temporarily discontinuous in some reaches of the channel, such as between pools, typically shown as a solid blue line on USGS quadrangle maps. (Perennial creeks can be spatially intermittent but flow all year.)
“Open space” means continuous, usable site outdoor elements such as playgrounds, play areas, common walking paths, outdoor exercise areas, etc. “Common Open Space” means permanently maintained outdoor open space for use by all residents. Does not include landscaped areas less than 5 feet wide. “Private Open Space” means permanently maintained outdoor open space for each dwelling unit. May include private yards, balconies, and other usable space. “Wetlands” are areas periodically or permanently inundated by surface or groundwater that support vegetation adapted to life in saturated soil, and are delineated based on hydrology, soils, and vegetation. Jurisdictional wetlands and unvegetated other waters are regulated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Regional Water Quality Control Board. Certain wetlands, streams, and waters are also regulated by the California Department of Fish and Game under the Streambed Alteration Agreement program.

SECTION 2. Findings for Development Code Amendments.

Pursuant to Section 19.86.070(B) of the Sonoma Municipal Code, the proposed amendments of the development code under this ordinance:

A. Are consistent with the goals, policies, and actions of the General Plan because the amendments the amendments promote and preserve the use of property for housing; B. Would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare of the city for the reasons described in the recitals above; C. Comply with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) as described in Section 3 below; and
D. Are internally consistent with other applicable provisions of this development code because the amendments clarify the applicable development standards for all general development standards and aligns requirements with State and federal law, including regulatory requirements.

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SECTION 3. CEQA
This Ordinance has been assessed in accordance with the authority and criteria contained in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the State CEQA Guidelines, and the environmental regulations of the city. City Planning Staff has determined that the adoption and implementation of the Ordinance is exempt from further environmental review under the general rule in California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Sections 15282(H) and 15061(b)(3) that CEQA only applies to projects that have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. As a series of text amendments and additions without any physical project being approved, it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the ordinance will have a significant effect on the environment. Each future land use proposal will be independently reviewed for adherence to specific criteria and the requirements of CEQA. The proposed ordinances are therefore exempt from the provisions of CEQA because it does not involve a commitment to any specific project that may result in a potentially significant physical impact on the environment. The City Council concurs in these findings and adopts them as its own.

The City Council, therefore, directs that a Notice of Exemption be filed with the County Clerk of the County of Sonoma in accordance with CEQA Guidelines.

SECTION 4. Severability.

If any section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this Ordinance for any reason is held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance.

The City Council hereby declares that it would have adopted this Ordinance, and each section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, subdivisions, sentences, clauses, phrases, or portions thereof be declared invalid or unconstitutional.

SECTION 5. Effective Date.

This ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days after passage thereof.

SECTION 6. Publication.

This ordinance shall be published in accordance with the provisions of Government Code Section 36933(c)(1).

SECTION 7. This Ordinance Prevails Where There is Conflict.

To the extent that this Ordinance conflicts with any other provision in the Sonoma Municipal Code or city ordinance (urgency or otherwise), policy or regulation, this Ordinance will control.

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APPROVED:
__________________________
Jack Ding, Mayor
ATTEST: _________________________
Rebekah Barr, City Clerk
* * * * * *
I HEREBY CERTIFY the foregoing ordinance was duly adopted at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Sonoma held on the December 7, 2022 by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

Approved as to form:
________________________
Jeffrey A. Walter, City Attorney
Agenda Item #6.2:

City of Sonoma
Agenda Item Summary
Meeting: City Council - 07 Dec 2022
Department
Administration
Staff Contact
Jenny Yankovich, Assistant to the City Manager
Agenda Item Title
Adopt a Resolution Approving Compensation Adjustments for Certain Non-Represented Confidential Personnel and Executive/At-Will, Management and Administrative Personnel, and Implementing the Adjusted Salaries and Wages of the Non-represented Confidential Personnel and Executive/At-Will, Management and Administrative Personnel Summary
The City Council is being asked to approve an adjustment to compensation of the following Non-Represented Confidential Personnel and Executive/At-Will, Management and Administrative Personnel positions:
• City Clerk
• Development Services Director/Building Official
• Finance Director
• Human Resources Manager
• Planning and Community Services Director
• Public Works Director/City Engineer
The above referenced positions are part of an employee group which is not unionized, the Non-Represented Confidential Personnel and Executive, Management and Administrative Personnel, for which terms and conditions of employment are established by City Council resolution rather than a negotiated MOU.

Pursuant to Resolution 55-2019, the previous Memorandum of Understanding for the NonRepresented Confidential Personnel and Executive, Management and Administrative Personnel for the period July 2019 through June 30, 2022 included the following:

U. CITY CLASSIFICATION PLAN AND COMPENSATION STUDY
During the term of the agreement, the City intends to begin the process to review and update the job descriptions for all positions (within the Non-Represented Executive/At-Will, Management and Administrative Personnel unit), in City service including performing a total compensation study twelve (12) months prior to contract term.

During the FY21/22 budget process, City Council directed staff to complete the study for positions within this unit to ensure compensation was equitable and at comparable levels with local jurisdictions. (local comparable jurisdictions were agreed upon with SEIU Local 1021 in other studies for positions within both units.) This study was completed in September 2021.

The study revealed that several of the Management positions within the unit were roughly 8- 15% below market. In order to avoid salary compaction and to ensure the City is able to retain and recruit personnel, staff recommended that the City Council increase the base salaries of the entire unit by 10%.

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Due to the lapse of time between when the study was conducted and when the results were presented, City Council directed staff to conduct a more recent compensation study for positions within this unit. The recent compensation study, completed in November 2022, revealed approximately the same positions and percentages below market.

City Council voted to increase the above referenced selected position salaries by 10% retroactive to August 17, 2022, in a Closed Session meeting on November 16, 2022, with the intent that all other Non-Represented Confidential Personnel and Executive, Management and Administrative positions in this unit be reviewed to ensure compensation is equitable and at comparable levels with local jurisdictions after the appointment of a permanent City Manager.

The salary adjustments for the Non-Represented Confidential Personnel and Executive/AtWill, Management and Administrative Personnel are reflected in the revised Salary Schedule that is attached as Exhibit A.

This agenda item is requesting the City Council approve the compensation adjustments for the specific Management positions referenced in this report as part of the Non-Represented Confidential Personnel and Executive, Management and Administrative Personnel and adopt the attached resolution.

Recommended Council Action
Adopt a Resolution Approving Compensation Adjustments for Certain Non-Represented Confidential Personnel and Executive/At-Will, Management and Administrative Personnel, and Implementing the Adjusted Salaries and Wages of the Non-represented Confidential Personnel and Executive/At-Will, Management and Administrative Personnel Alternative Actions
Council Discretion
Financial Impact
For FY 22/23 the financial impact is as follows:
• Approximately $85,822 increase in salary and benefit expenses The FY 22/23 budget has sufficient funds to cover the increase in salary and benefit expense contained in the terms, conditions and compensation adjustments for the Non-Represented Confidential Personnel and Executive, Management and Administrative Personnel.

Environmental Review Status
Environmental Impact Report
Negative Declaration
Exempt
Not Applicable
Approved/Certified
No Action Required
Action Requested
Attachments
Resolution
Revised Employee Salary Benefits Worksheet
Agenda Item #6.3:

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1 City of Sonoma
RESOLUTION # ______-2022

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SONOMA APPROVING

COMPENSATION ADJUSTMENTS FOR CERTAIN NON-REPRESENTED

CONFIDENTIAL PERSONNEL AND EXECUTIVE/AT-WILL, MANAGEMENT AND

ADMINISTRATIVE PERSONNEL, AND IMPLEMENTING THE ADJUSTED SALARIES

AND WAGES OF THE NON-REPRESENTED CONFIDENTIAL PERSONNEL AND

EXECUTIVE/AT-WILL, MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATIVE PERSONNEL WHEREAS, the City Council wishes to provide an adjustment to compensation for the following Non-Represented Confidential Personnel and Executive/At-Will, Management and Administrative Personnel classifications, in line with a recent compensation study:
● City Clerk
● Development Services Director / Building Official
● Finance Director
● Human Resources Manager
● Planning and Community Services Director
● Public Works Director / City Engineer; and
WHEREAS, the salary for the above-referenced classifications shall be raised by ten percent (10%) retroactive to August 17, 2022; and
WHEREAS, it is the intent of the City Council that all other Supervisory/Management positions shall be reviewed after the appointment of a permanent City Manager.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that:

The Interim City Manager shall effectuate the changes set forth in this agreement.

PASSED AND ADOPTED at a Regular Meeting of the City Council on December 7, 2022.

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:
_________________________________
Jack Ding, Mayor
________________________________
Rebekah Barr, City Clerk
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A B C D E A B C D E
General
General Accounting Technician 5,878 6,172 6,481 6,805 7,145 70,539 74,066 77,770 81,658 85,741 General Administrative Assistant (Misc) 5,377 5,646 5,929 6,225 6,536 64,530 67,756 71,144 74,701 78,436 General Administrative Assistant (Police) 5,377 5,646 5,929 6,225 6,536 64,530 67,756 71,144 74,701 78,436 General Administrative Assistant (PW) 5,377 5,646 5,929 6,225 6,536 64,530 67,756 71,144 74,701 78,436 General *** Administrative Clerk (Police) 4,573 4,802 5,042 5,294 5,559 54,880 57,624 60,505 63,531 66,707 General *** Assistant Planner 6,961 7,309 7,675 8,059 8,462 83,536 87,713 92,098 96,703 101,538 General Associate Planner 8,220 8,631 9,063 9,516 9,992 98,642 103,574 108,752 114,190 119,899 General Building Inspector I 6,828 7,170 7,528 7,905 8,300 81,939 86,036 90,338 94,855 99,598 General *** Building Inspector II 7,508 7,884 8,278 8,692 9,126 90,100 94,605 99,336 104,302 109,517 General Development Services Supervisor 6,185 6,494 6,819 7,159 7,517 74,215 77,926 81,822 85,913 90,209 General Environmental Compliance Analyst 6,961 7,309 7,675 8,059 8,462 83,536 87,713 92,098 96,703 101,538 General Maintenance Worker I (Streets) 4,873 5,117 5,373 5,641 5,923 58,479 61,403 64,473 67,696 71,081 General Maintenance Worker I (Water) 4,873 5,117 5,373 5,641 5,923 58,479 61,403 64,473 67,696 71,081 General Maintenance Worker II (Parks) 5,361 5,629 5,910 6,205 6,516 64,326 67,542 70,920 74,465 78,189 General Maintenance Worker II (Streets) 5,361 5,629 5,910 6,205 6,516 64,326 67,542 70,920 74,465 78,189 General Maintenance Worker II (Water) 5,361 5,629 5,910 6,205 6,516 64,326 67,542 70,920 74,465 78,189 General Management Analyst 5,878 6,172 6,481 6,805 7,145 70,539 74,066 77,770 81,658 85,741 General Permit Technician I 4,840 5,082 5,336 5,603 5,883 58,077 60,981 64,030 67,232 70,593 General *** Permit Technician II 5,377 5,646 5,929 6,225 6,536 64,530 67,756 71,144 74,701 78,436 General Plans Examiner 8,094 8,499 8,924 9,370 9,838 97,129 101,986 107,085 112,439 118,061 General Public Works Supervisor (Parks) 6,781 7,120 7,476 7,850 8,242 81,373 85,442 89,714 94,200 98,910 General Public Works Supervisor (Streets) 6,781 7,120 7,476 7,850 8,242 81,373 85,442 89,714 94,200 98,910 General Senior Maintenance Worker (Cemetery) 5,897 6,191 6,501 6,826 7,167 70,759 74,297 78,012 81,912 86,008 General Senior Maintenance Worker (Water) 5,897 6,191 6,501 6,826 7,167 70,759 74,297 78,012 81,912 86,008 General Water Supervisor 7,120 7,476 7,850 8,242 8,654 85,441 89,713 94,199 98,908 103,854 Administrative/Management
Management Accountant 6,728 7,065 7,418 7,789 8,179 80,742 84,779 89,018 93,469 98,142 Management *** Accounting Manager 8,742 9,179 9,638 10,119 10,625 104,899 110,143 115,651 121,433 127,505 Management Administrative Services Director 12,650 13,283 13,947 14,644 15,376 151,803 159,393 167,362 175,730 184,517 Management Assistant to City Manager 8,469 8,892 9,337 9,804 10,294 101,626 106,707 112,043 117,645 123,527 Management City Clerk 9,316 9,782 10,271 10,784 11,323 111,789 117,378 123,247 129,409 135,880 Management Deputy Finance Director 10,719 11,255 11,817 12,408 13,029 128,625 135,056 141,809 148,899 156,344 Management Development Services Director / Building Official 12,167 12,776 13,414 14,085 14,789 146,006 153,307 160,972 169,021 177,472 Management Human Resources Manager 9,316 9,782 10,271 10,784 11,323 111,789 117,378 123,247 129,409 135,880 Management Planning and Community Services Director 13,069 13,722 14,408 15,128 15,885 156,822 164,663 172,896 181,541 190,618 Management Public Works Administrative and Project Manager 8,066 8,469 8,892 9,337 9,804 96,786 101,626 106,707 112,042 117,644 Management Public Works Director / Engineer 13,915 14,611 15,342 16,109 16,914 166,983 175,332 184,099 193,303 202,969 Management Public Works Operations Manager 9,493 9,968 10,466 10,989 11,539 113,915 119,611 125,592 131,871 138,465 Management Senior Management Analyst-Community Activities 8,066 8,469 8,892 9,337 9,804 96,786 101,626 106,707 112,042 117,644 Management *** Senior Planner 8,469 8,892 9,337 9,804 10,294 101,626 106,707 112,043 117,645 123,527 Executive
Management City Manager/Executive Dir Community Development Agency 17,992 215,900 Part-Time Position (Salary steps at Full Time Equivilant) Part Time Deputy City Manager 11,061 11,614 12,195 12,805 13,445 132,733 139,370 146,338 153,655 161,338 Part Time Finance Director 12,167 12,776 13,414 14,085 14,789 146,006 153,307 160,972 169,021 177,472 Part Time *** Management Analyst 5,874 6,168 6,476 6,800 7,140 70,490 74,014 77,715 81,601 85,681 Part Time Senior Management Analyst-PIO 8,066 8,469 8,892 9,337 9,804 96,786 101,626 106,707 112,042 117,644 Part Time Sustainability Coordinator 6,956 7,304 7,669 8,053 8,456 83,476 87,650 92,033 96,634 101,466 Part Time (Part-Time rates are stated per hour)
Part Time Parks Maintenance Worker Part Time 21.50 n/a
Part Time *** Student Intern - College Student 13.50 14.50 15.50 16.50 17.50 No built in increase Part Time *** Student Intern - Grad Student 17.50 18.50 19.50 20.50 21.50 No built in increase Council
Council Council Member 300 3,600
*** Authorized and NOT Budgeted for 2022-23
Per Management MOU Resolutions dated 7/1/19 - 6/30/22
Per SEIU MOU Resolution #49-2022, dated August 17, 2022, for the period of July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2025 Effective the first full pay period following August 17, 2022 - SEIU Additional 8% COLA increase to Base Pay These rates may be modified by publicly approved negotiated benefits under Meyers-Milias Brown Act

CITY OF SONOMA
Effective August 26, 2022
Assignments of Classifications to the Salary Schedule
Monthly Annual
Agenda Item #6.3:

City Council:

Jack Ding, Mayor
Kelso Barnett, Vice Mayor
Madolyn Agrimonti
Robert Felder
Sandra Lowe

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

OF THE SONOMA CITY COUNCIL
City Council Chambers
177 First Street West
Wednesday, November 16, 2022

4:30 PM Closed Session
6:00PM Regular Meeting
Regular Meeting of November 16, 2022
6:00 P.M. – REGULAR MEETING

CONVENE, CALL TO ORDER, & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Ding called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm.

PUBLIC COMMENT PROCESS FOR ZOOM ATTENDANCE AT MEETINGS
Public Comment Process for ZOOM Attendance at Meetings

ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Mayor Ding, Vice Mayor Barnett, Council Member Agrimonti, Council Member Lowe, Council Member Felder

REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION
No reportable actions were taken in Closed Session. Council will continue Closed session after regular session ends.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion by Council Member Lowe, seconded by Vice Mayor Barnett, to approve the agenda as presented with item 4.2 pulled and moved to the next meeting and interchanging items 4.4 and 4.5. Motion carried unanimously.

COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Matt Metzler provided public comment.

MEETING DEDICATIONS
None.

PRESENTATIONS
Item 4.1: "Celebrate Sonoma" - Presentation of Certificate of Recognition in Honor of Mary and Paul Favaro
Item 4.2: Presentation to Planning & Community Services Director David Storer on his Retirement Item was pulled and moved to a subsequent meeting.

Item 4.3: Presentation from Sonoma Sister Cities Association by Kaeti Bailie, Chair, Kaniv Ukraine Committee, and Diana Short, President
Item 4.4: Presentation and Update from Homelessness, Consultant Andrew Hening Public Comment: Annie Valandez, Robert Frank, Fransisco, Kilgore, and Fred Allebach Item 4.5: Presentation of the Cemetery Assessment Report by EDA Land Planning Public Comment: Robert Frank, Fransisco Kilgore, and Fred Allebach Mayor Ding called for a recess at 8:41 pm; Council reconvened at 8:51 pm.

Motion by Council Member Lowe, seconded by Vice Mayor Barnett, to continue the meeting after 9:00 pm. Motion carried unanimously.

CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion by Council Member Lowe, seconded by Vice Mayor Barnett, to approve the Consent Calendar as presented. Motion carried unanimously.

Item 5.1: Waive further reading and Authorize Introduction and/or Adoption of Ordinances by Title Only. (Standard procedural action - no backup information provided) Item 5.2: Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Purchase Agreement for a new 2023 Ford Hybrid Explorer 4WD Command Vehicle and associated equipment, in an amount not to exceed $75,000 (Fire Chief)
Action: Adopted as Resolution #69-2022.

Agenda Item #6.4:

Regular Meeting of November 16 2022
Item 5.3: Adopt an Ordinance Amending Sections 2.48.020 and 2.50.020 of the Sonoma Municipal Code Pertaining to the Composition of and Eligibility Requirements for the City's Commissions and Adopt a Resolution Approving Revisions to the Council Commission & Committee Appointment Policy (City Clerk)
Action: Adopted as Ordinance #14-2022 and Resolution #70-2022.

Item 5.4: Accept the Monthly Financial Report - October 2022 (Interim City Manager and Deputy Finance Director)
Action: Monthly Financial Report was accepted.

Item 5.5: Receive Minutes from the Regular Meetings of November 2, 2022, October 19, 2022, October 5, 2022, September 21, 2022, September 12, 2022, August 17, 2022, August 3, 2022, June 21, 2022, June 15, 2022, June 1, 2022, May 18, 2022, May 4, 2022, April 20, 2022, April 6, 2022, and March 16, 2022 (City Clerk)
Action: Minutes were received.

Item 5.6: Accept the Expenditure Report for the Month of October 2022 (Deputy Finance Director) Action: Expenditure Report was accepted.

PUBLIC HEARING
Item 6.1: Discuss, Consider, and Take Possible Action to Introduce an Ordinance Amending the Sonoma Municipal Code Amending Title 19, Chapter 19.40 (General Property Development and Use Standards) to remove subjective language and establish objective standards and Finding this Action is Exempt from Further Environmental Review Under the General Rule in California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) That CEQA Only Applies to Projects that have the Potential for Causing a Significant Effect on the Environment (Planning & Community Services Director and Associate Planner) Action: Ordinance was introduced.

Public Comment: Caitlyn Cornwall and Fred Allebach
Motion by Vice Mayor Barnett, seconded by Council Member Felder, to Introduce an Ordinance Amending the Sonoma Municipal Code Amending Title 19, Chapter 19.40 (General Property Development and Use Standards) to remove subjective language and establish objective standards and Finding this Action is Exempt from Further Environmental Review Under the General Rule in California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3). Motion carried unanimously.

REGULAR CALENDAR – CITY COUNCIL
Item 7.1: Consideration, Discussion and Possible Action to Approve a Resolution Authorizing City Staff to Work with Local Organizations Programming Holiday Events and Activities to Occur On the Historic Sonoma Plaza November Through December 2022 Waiving the Corresponding Plaza Use and Film Permit Fees Associated With the Activities (Senior Management Analyst)
Action: Adopted as Resolution #71-2022.

Public Comment: Robert Frank
Motion by Council Member Agrimonti, Seconded by Vice Mayor Barnett to Approve a Resolution Authorizing City Staff to Work with Local Organizations Programming Holiday Events and Activities to Occur On the Historic Sonoma Plaza November Through December 2022 Waiving the Corresponding Plaza Use and Film Permit Fees Associated With the Activities. Motion carried unanimously.

COUNCIL MEMBER’S REPORTS & COMMENTS
Mayor Ding reported that he and Public Works Director Berger were recently interviewed regarding the ongoing Potter Valley Project.

CITY MANAGER COMMENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
City Manager Casey reported that the City will be issuing a commercial cannabis business permit to SPARC on Friday, which is the last step of the certification process.

CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS
None.

ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Ding adjourned the meeting to closed session at 9:46 pm.

I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing minutes were duly and regularly adopted at a regular meeting of the Sonoma City Council on the _____th day of __________ 2022. ___________________________________
Rebekah Barr, MMC, City Clerk
Agenda Item #6.4:

City Council:

Jack Ding, Mayor
Kelso Barnett, Vice Mayor
Madolyn Agrimonti
Robert Felder
Sandra Lowe

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

OF THE SONOMA CITY COUNCIL
City Council Chambers
177 First Street West
Wednesday, March 2, 2022

6:00PM Regular Meeting
Regular Meeting of March 2, 2022
6:00 P.M. – REGULAR MEETING

CONVENE, CALL TO ORDER, & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Ding called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm.

ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Mayor Ding, Vice Mayor Barnett, Council Member Agrimonti, Council Member Lowe, Council Member Felder

REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Ding reported that Council discussed the details of the transitional period between City Manager Toy and the Interim City Manager stepping in.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion by Council Member Agrimonti, seconded by Council Member Lowe to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carries unanimously.

1. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Gil Latimer and Josette Brose-Eichar provided public comments.

2. MEETING DEDICATIONS
None.

3. PRESENTATIONS
Proclamation Proclaiming March as American Red Cross Month in the City of Sonoma.

4. CONSENT CALENDAR
Item 4.1: Waive further reading and Authorize Introduction and/or Adoption of Ordinances by Title Only. (Standard procedural action - no backup information provided) Item 4.2: Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Acting City Manager to Execute a Contract with American Conservation Experience (ACE) in the Amount of $32,068 to Provide Restoration Services on the City of Sonoma Overlook Trail and Authorize the City to Accept a Donation in the Amount of $32,068 from the Sonoma Overlook Trail Stewards to Fund Said Contract Work (Public Works Administrative & Project Manager)
Action: Adopted as Resolution #11-2022.

Motion by Council Member Agrimonti, Seconded by Council Member Lowe to approve the Consent Calendar as presented. Motion carries unanimously.

5. PUBLIC HEARING
Item 5.1: Consideration, Discussion and Possible Action to Adopt a Resolution Designating Three Districts Within the City as Local Historic Districts: 1) the Train District; 2) Sebastiani Cottage District, and 3) Broadway Corridor District Update Pursuant to City of Sonoma Municipal Code Section 19.42.020 - Entitled “Designation of a Local Historic Resource or District” (Planning & Community Services Director and Associate Planner) Action: Adopted as Resolution #12-2022.

Public Comment: Robert Demler and Fred Allebach.

Motion made by Council Member Lowe, seconded by Vice Mayor Barnett to Adopt a Resolution Designating Three Districts Within the City as Local Historic Districts: 1) the Train District; 2) Sebastiani Cottage District, and 3) Broadway Corridor District Update Pursuant to City of Sonoma Municipal Code Section 19.42.020 - Entitled “Designation of a Local Historic Resource or District”. Motion carried unanimously.

Item 5.2: Discuss, Consider, and Take Possible Action to Introduce an Ordinance Amending the Sonoma Municipal to Add Sections 19.41 – Related to Ministerial Residential Projects in Residential Zoning Districts and Section 19.72 – Related to Ministerial Parcel Maps for Urban Lot Splits and Finding this Action is not a Project Under Division 13 (Commencing with Section 21000) of the Public Resources Code (Planning & Community Services Director and Associate Planner)
Action: Item was pulled and continued to the April 20, 2022, meeting.

Agenda Item #6.4:

Regular Meeting of March 2, 2022
Motion made by Council Member Felder, seconded by Council Member Lowe to continue this item to the April 20, 2022, meeting as requested by the Council. Motion carried unanimously.

6. REGULAR CALENDAR – CITY COUNCIL
Item 6.1: Discuss, Consider and Provide Direction to Staff on the Purpose, Composition, and Duties and Responsibilities of the Community Services and Environment Commission (CSEC) as found in the Sonoma Municipal Code Chapter 2.48 and the Scope of the Tree Committee’s Authority found in Chapter 12.08 of the Sonoma Municipal Code (Planning & Community Services Director and Acting City Manager)
Action: Council provided direction.

Public Comment: Fred Allebach
Motion made by Council Member Felder, Seconded by Council Member Lowe to move forward with the staff recommendations with the addition of council comments. Motion carried unanimously.

7. COUNCIL MEMBERS REPORTS & COMMENTS
None.

8. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

8.1: Future and Long-Term Agenda Items
a) Create ad-hoc for Parklets
b) No more hybrid meetings (in person only)
c) Campaign finance guidelines
d) Re-visit memorial bench policy

9. CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS
None.

10. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Ding adjourned the meeting at 8:50 pm.

I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing minutes were duly and regularly adopted at a regular meeting of the Sonoma City Council on the _____th day of __________ 2022. ___________________________________
Rebekah Barr, MMC, City Clerk
Agenda Item #6.4:

City Council:

Jack Ding, Mayor
Kelso Barnett, Vice Mayor
Madolyn Agrimonti
Robert Felder
Sandra Lowe

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

OF THE SONOMA CITY COUNCIL
City Council Chambers
177 First Street West
Wednesday, February 16, 2022

6:00PM Regular Meeting
Regular Meeting of February 16, 2022
6:00 P.M. – REGULAR MEETING

CONVENE, CALL TO ORDER, & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Ding called the meeting to order at 6:00pm.

ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Mayor Ding, Vice Mayor Barnett, Council Member Agrimonti, Council Member Lowe, Council Member Felder

APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion made by Council Member Lowe, seconded by Council Member Agrimonti to approve the agenda including moving Item 6.2 to a subsequent meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

1. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Jim McFadden, Lori Bremner, Robert Demler, and Kathy King provided public comment.

2. MEETING DEDICATIONS
Council Member Agrimonti dedicated this meeting to Len Tiilem and Phyllis Gurney.

3. PRESENTATIONS
Presentation by Creative Sonoma on a Valley Wide Cultural Plan.

4. CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion made by Council Member Lowe, seconded by Council Member Felder to approve the Consent Calendar including pulling items 4.2 and 4.5 for further discussion. Motion carried unanimously.

Public Comment: Robert Demler
Item 4.1: Waive further reading and Authorize Introduction and/or Adoption of Ordinances by Title Only. (Standard procedural action - no backup information provided) Item 4.2: Adopt a Resolution Appointing the Sonoma Valley Historical Society (SVHS) as the Official City of Sonoma Historian and Archives (City Manager)
Action: Pulled for separate consideration. Council gave direction.

Public Comment: Robert Demler, Kate Schertz and Fred Allebach.

Item 4.3: Accept the Expenditure Report for the Month of January 2022 (Assistant City Manager) Action: Report was accepted.

Item 4.4: Receive Vice Mayor Barnett's Appointment of William "Bill" Willers to the Planning Commission to fill the Vacancy Left by James Bohar's Resignation (City Clerk) Action: Appointment Received.

Item 4.5: Adopt a Resolution Opposing Initiative 21-0042A1 a State Ballot Measure Restricting Voters' Input and Local Taxing Authority (City Manager)
Action: Pulled for separate action. Council gave Direction to Staff.

Motion made by Council Member Lowe, seconded by Council Member Felder to wait for further information on this item before adopting a resolution. Motion carried unanimously.

Item 4.6: Approve Returning to Hybrid Council Meetings Beginning March 2, 2022 (City Manager) Action: Council approved the return to hybrid meetings beginning March 2, 2022.

5. PUBLIC HEARING
None.

6. REGULAR CALENDAR – CITY COUNCIL
Item 6.1: Receive Update Report from Sonoma Overnight Support (SOS) and City Staff on the Status of Finding a Temporary or Permanent New Location for the Safe Parking Program and Provide Direction to Staff, as Appropriate
Action: Council received report and provided direction to staff.

Public Comment: Suzanna Bon, Fred Allebach and Claudia Robbins.

Agenda Item #6.4:

Regular Meeting of February 16, 2022
Item 6.2: Discussion, Consideration, and Possible Action Regarding the following CSEC Recommendations: a) Creation of a New Climate Action Committee, b) Revisions to the City’s Special Events Policy, (c) Proposed Restructuring of the Duties of the Tree Committee, (d) Installation of Bike Racks in the Plaza Park, (e) Future Meeting Schedule for the CSEC, and (f) Retention of Existing Plaza Park Policies (e.g., No Dogs Allowed); and Provide Direction to Staff on these Recommendations, as Appropriate (City Manager) Action: Item was pulled and moved to the March 2, 2022, meeting.

7. COUNCIL MEMBERS REPORTS & COMMENTS
Council Member Agrimonti provided updates based on the Northbay Watershed Association meeting she attended. Council Member Lowe provided updates based on the Sonoma County Transportation Authority meeting she attended.

8. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
Future and Long-Term Agenda Items:
a) Discussion to update the expedited permit process for electric vehicle charging stations b) Look at the policy to include menthol cigarettes in the referendum on Flavored tobacco c) Referendum on Flavored tobacco discussion
d) Presentation on offering Free Wi-fi service within City Limits

9. CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS
None.

10. CLOSED SESSION
None.

11. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Ding adjourned the meeting at 8:25 pm.

I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing minutes were duly and regularly adopted at a regular meeting of the Sonoma City Council on the _____th day of __________ 2022. ___________________________________
Rebekah Barr, MMC, City Clerk
Agenda Item #6.4:

City Council:

Jack Ding, Mayor
Kelso Barnett, Vice Mayor
Madolyn Agrimonti
Robert Felder
Sandra Lowe

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

OF THE SONOMA CITY COUNCIL
City Council Chambers
177 First Street West

HYBRID MEETING

VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION WILL BE AVAILABLE
Wednesday, February 2, 2022
6:00PM Regular Meeting
Regular Meeting of February 2, 2022
6:00 P.M. – REGULAR MEETING

CONVENE, CALL TO ORDER, & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Ding called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm.

ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Mayor Ding, Vice Mayor Barnett, Council Member Agrimonti, Council Member Lowe, Council Member Felder

REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Ding reported that Council met with City Manager Toy for the second of a three-meeting series, to continue evaluation discussions.

PUBLIC COMMENT PROCESS FOR VIRTUAL MEETINGS
Public Comment Process for ZOOM Attendance at Meetings

APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion by Council Member Agrimonti, seconded by Council Member Felder to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carries unanimously.

1. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Patricia Cullinan provided public comment.

2. MEETING DEDICATIONS
None.

3. PRESENTATIONS
None.

4. CONSENT CALENDAR – SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Motion by Council Member Lowe, seconded by Vice Mayor Barnett to approve the Consent Calendar as presented with Item 4.2 pulled for separate consideration. Motion carries unanimously.

Item 4.1: Waive further reading and Authorize Introduction and/or Adoption of Ordinances by Title Only. (Standard procedural action - no backup information provided) Item 4.2: Adopt a Resolution Approving a $15,000 Contribution to Food for All/Comida para Todos to Continue its Stay Home Box Program Which Provides Food and Essential Items to Households who Have Tested Positive for the COVID-19 Virus (City Manager) Action: Item was pulled from Consent Calendar for separate consideration. Adopted as Resolution #06-2022.

Public Comment: Fred Allebach
Motion by Council Member Lowe, seconded by Vice Mayor Barnett, approving a $15,000 Contribution) to Food for All/Comida para Todos. to Continue its Stay Home Box Program Which Provides Food and Essential Items to Households who Have Tested Positive for the COVID-19 Virus. Motion carried unanimously.

Item 4.3: Adopt a Resolution Extending the Authorization of Remote Teleconference Meetings of the City Council and All City Commissions and Committees Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(e) (City Manager)
Action: Adopted as Resolution #07-2022.

5. PUBLIC HEARING
None.

6. REGULAR CALENDAR – CITY COUNCIL
Item 6.1: Discuss/Consider Directing Staff to Work with the Council’s Ad-Hoc Development Code Revision Subcommittee or Other Ad-Hoc Subcommittee to Develop Recommendations for Council Consideration Regarding the Continuation of the Al Fresco Sonoma Program (e.g., Parklets) Beyond October 31, 2021, Including, But Not Limited to, Parklet Design Standards, Use of Public Spaces (e.g., Sidewalks, Parking Spaces) and Private Outdoor Spaces, Possible Annual Encroachment Fees, Parking Impacts, Possible Improvements to Public Spaces, Permitting Process, and Locations; and Provide General Direction to Staff, as Agenda Item #6.4:

Regular Meeting of February 2, 2022
Appropriate (City Manager).

Action: Council provided direction.

Public Comment: Mark Bodenheimer, Miranda Ives, Nancy Parmelee, Ryan Lely, Leslie John, and Fred Allebach
Mayor Ding called for a recess at 7:23 pm; Council reconvened at 7:29 pm.

Item 6.2: Receive Report from Sonoma Overnight Support (SOS) on the Status of Finding a Temporary or Permanent New Location for the Safe Parking Program and Provide Direction to Staff, as Appropriate (City Manager)
Action: Council provided direction.

Public Comment: Judith Walsh, Elena Alioto, Fred Allebach, Laurie Winter, and C. Landry.

Item 6.3: Discussion, Consideration, and Possible Action to Adopt a Resolution Adopting Rosenberg's Rules of Order for Official, Noticed, Public Meetings of the City Council and Selecting Rule on How to Count Abstentions (City Manager)
Action: Adopted as Resolution #08-2022.

Motion by Council Member Felder, seconded by Council Member Lowe, to Adopt a Resolution Adopting Rosenberg's Rules of Order for Official, Noticed, Public Meetings of the City Council and Selecting Rule on How to Count Abstentions, including additional language. Motion carried unanimously.

7. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS & COMMENTS
Council Member Felder reported that Sonoma Valley Citizens Advisory Committee meeting was canceled and rescheduled. Council Member Agrimonti reported that Sonoma Zero Waste will be opening a location for a CVR recycling center.

8. CITY MANAGER’S COMMENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
Future and On-going Agenda Items:
a) Presentation by the Historical Society
b) Resolution to adopt a Proclamation in honor of the Red Cross c) To investigate how to handle the vacant homes within the City of Sonoma The Cultural and Fine Arts Commission selected Pat Meyer Johnson as the 2022 Treasure Artist Recipient.

9. CITY ATTORNEY’S COMMENTS
Cheese Factory Use Permit lawsuit was denied.

10. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Ding adjourned the meeting at 9:25 pm.

I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing minutes were duly and regularly adopted at a regular meeting of the Sonoma City Council on the 7th day of December 2022.
___________________________________
Rebekah Barr, MMC, City Clerk
Agenda Item #6.4:

City Council:

Jack Ding, Mayor
Kelso Barnett, Vice Mayor
Madolyn Agrimonti
Robert Felder
Sandra Lowe
This meeting will be conducted pursuant to the provisions of Government Code Section 54953 (as amended by AB 361) which authorizes teleconferenced meetings under the Brown Act during certain proclaimed States of Emergency. The Governor of California proclaimed a State of Emergency related to COVID-19 on March 4, 2020. This teleconferenced meeting is necessary so that the City can conduct essential business and is permitted under GC 54953 in order to protect public health and safety of attendees. Consistent with GC Section 54953, this City Council Meeting will be held via teleconference only and will not be physically open to the public. City Council members and staff will teleconference into the meeting by audio and/or video. The meeting will be conducted via Zoom Webinar.

The meetings will continue to be live streamed on the City's CivicWeb Portal (sonomacity.civicweb.net) and YouTube Channel. Those members of the public wishing to participate must do so remotely via Zoom. Please see the agenda below for information on public participation.

MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF

THE SONOMA CITY COUNCIL
&

CONCURRENT REGULAR MEETING OF SONOMA CITY COUNCIL

AS THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE

DISSOLVED SONOMA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AGENCY

VIRTUAL ZOOM MEETING
https://zoom.us/j/94943925973
Wednesday, January 19, 2022
6:00PM Regular Meeting
Regular Meeting of January 19, 2022
6:00 P.M. – REGULAR MEETING

CONVENE, CALL TO ORDER, & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Ding called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm.

ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Mayor Ding, Vice Mayor Barnett, Council Member Agrimonti, Council Member Lowe, Council Member Felder

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION USING ZOOM
Public Comment Process for ZOOM Attendance at Meetings

REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Ding reported that during closed session Council met with City Manager Toy to complete the first round of the City Managers performance evaluation discussions.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion by Council Member Agrimonti, seconded Council Member Lowe to approve the agenda as presented.

Motion carried unanimously.

1. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Celeste Winders, Sinjin Bain, Josette Brose-Eichar, Richard Silver, Van Solkov, and Gil Latimer provided public comments.

2. MEETING DEDICATIONS
None.

3. PRESENTATIONS
None.

4. CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion by Council Member Agrimonti, Seconded by Vice Mayor Barnett to approve the Consent Calendar as presented. Motion carries unanimously.

Item 4.2: Accept the Expenditure Report for the Month of December 2021 (Asst City Manager) Action: Report was Accepted.

Item 4.3: Adopt a Resolution Implementing a Policy by Which Council Members can Decline their Monthly Stipend and Direct it to a Restricted or Special Fund (City Manager) Action: Adopted as Resolution #04-2022.

Item 4.4: Adopt a Resolution Extending the City of Sonoma Temporary Administrative Policy 2021-5 – Covid-19 Supplemental Paid Sick Leave (“SPSL”) (Asst City Manager and Administrative Services Manager)
Action: Adopted as Resolution #05-2022.

Item 4.5: Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of Sonoma as Successor Agency Approving the FY 22- 23 Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule [ROPS] for the period July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2023 (City Manager and Asst City Manager)
Action: Adopted as SA Resolution #01-2022.

5. PUBLIC HEARING
None.

Agenda Item #6.4:

Regular Meeting of January 19, 2022

6. REGULAR CALENDAR – CITY COUNCIL
Item 6.1: Discussion, Consideration, and Possible Action Selecting the 2022 City of Sonoma Alcalde (City Manager)
Action: Nomination was received and ratified.

Motion by Council Member Agrimonti, seconded by Council Member Lowe, to accept and ratify the nomination of Steve Page as the 2022 City of Sonoma Alcalde. Motion carries unanimously.

Item 6.2: Discussion, Consideration and Possible Action on Council comments Regarding the Alternatives Report for the Sonoma Development Center Specific Plan and Provide Direction to Staff (City Manager)
Action: Council provided direction.

Item 6.3: Discuss, Consider, and Take Possible Action on Introduction and Adoption of an Urgency Ordinance Amending the Sonoma Municipal Code to Add Section 19.50.140 – Timeshares – and Finding the Ordinance Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Under the General Rule Pursuant to Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) Because CEQA Only Applies to Projects that Have the Potential for Causing a Significant Effect on the Environment and the Ordinance Does Not Involve a Commitment to any Specific Project that May Result in a Potentially Significant Physical Effect on the Environment (Planning & Community Services Director)
Action: Adopted as Ordinance #01-2022.

Public Comment: Patricia Smith, Andrea Werlin, and Nancy Cheryl.

Motion by Council Member Felder, seconded by Council Member Lowe, to adopt Ordinance #01-2022 as presented. Motion carries unanimously.

Item 6.4: Discussion, Consideration and Possible Action Regarding the Mayor's Assignment of Council Members to Various Boards and Committees and Council Ratification of the Mayor’s Assignments and Council Assignments to City Council Ad Hoc Sub-Committees (City Manager and City Clerk)
Action: Council provided direction.

Motion by Council Member Felder, seconded by Council Member Agrimonti to ratify Mayor Ding’s appointments as discussed and the creation of the Park Ad-hoc committee. Motion carries unanimously.

7. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS & COMMENTS
Council Member Felder attended a Sonoma Clean Power Meeting and reported that they were starting to offer incentives to multi-family households. Vice Mayor Barnett attended a meeting of the Sonoma Valley Citizens Advisory Commission right before the holidays in which they approved a new residential design project. Council Member Agrimonti attended the Friends of the Library meeting and shared that they have implemented the “BiblioBus” which goes all throughout Sonoma Valley offering mobile library services.

8. CITY MANAGER’S COMMENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Housing Element Kick-Off virtual meeting will be coming up on February 25, 2022. Council Member Lowe would like to suggest a possible future agenda item: Celebration of Juneteenth.

9. CITY ATTORNEY’S COMMENTS
None.

10. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Ding adjourned the meeting at 8:22 pm.

I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing minutes were duly and regularly adopted at a regular meeting of the Sonoma City Council on the 7th day of December 2022.
___________________________________
Rebekah Barr, MMC, City Clerk
Agenda Item #6.4:

City Council:

Jack Ding, Mayor
Kelso Barnett, Vice Mayor
Madolyn Agrimonti
Robert Felder
Sandra Lowe

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

OF THE SONOMA CITY COUNCIL
City Council Chambers
177 First Street West
Wednesday, December 15, 2021

6:00PM Regular Meeting
Regular Meeting of December 15, 2021
6:00 P.M. – REGULAR MEETING

CONVENE, CALL TO ORDER, & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Ding called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm.

PUBLIC COMMENT PROCESS FOR ZOOM ATTENDANCE AT MEETINGS
Public Comment Process for ZOOM Attendance at Meetings

ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Mayor Ding, Vice Mayor Barnett, Council Member Agrimonti, Council Member Lowe, Council Member Felder
ABSENT: Council Member Agrimonti

REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION
No reportable actions were taken in Closed Session.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion by Council Member Felder, seconded by Council Member Lowe, to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried with Council Member Agrimonti absent.

1. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC

2. MEETING DEDICATIONS
City Manager Toy recognized Colleen Ferguson, Public Works Director/Engineer, for her years of service with the City as she is retiring at the end of December 2021.

3. PRESENTATIONS
None.

4. CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion by Vice Mayor Barnett, seconded by Council Member Lowe, to approve the Consent Calendar as presented with items 4.7 and 4.9 being pulled for separate consideration. Motion carried with Council Member Agrimonti absent.

Public Comment: Johanna Campo and Fred Allebach
Item 4.1: Waive further reading and Authorize Introduction and/or Adoption of Ordinances by Title Only. (Standard procedural action - no backup information provided) Item 4.2: Adopt a Resolution Amending the Fiscal Year 2021-22 Capital Improvement Plan and Budget to include Project W-13, Well No. 1 Vault Cover and Air Exchange System Improvements in the Amount of $80,000 for Engineering Services with the Source of Funds being Water Fund Reserves (Public Works Director/City Engineer) Action: Adopted as Resolution #88-2021.

Item 4.3: Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Participation in the National Opioid Settlement and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Related Participation Agreements (Assistant City Manager)
Action: Adopted as Resolution #89-2021.

Item 4.4: Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with Substrate, Inc. for Construction Management, Inspection and Materials Testing Services for the Fryer Creek Pedestrian and Bicycle Bridge Project No. 1801, Federal Project No. CML-5114(020) (Project), for an amount not to exceed $175,000 (Public Works Director/City Engineer) Action: Adopted as Resolution #90-2021.

Item 4.5: Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Grant Funding and Maintenance Contracts/Agreements/Amendments with California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) (Public Works Director/City Engineer) Action: Adopted as Resolution #91-2021.

Item 4.6: Accept the Expenditure Report for the Month of November 2021 (Assistant City Manager) Action: Report was Accepted.

Item 4.7: Accept the Monthly Financial Report – November 2021 (Assistant City Manager) Action: Pulled for separate consideration. Report was accepted.

Agenda Item #6.4:

Regular Meeting of December 15, 2021
Motion by Mayor Ding, seconded by Vice Mayor Barnett, to accept the monthly financial report as presented.

Motion carried with Council Member Agrimonti absent.

Item 4.8: Receive Report on the Status of Grants (City Manager) Action: Report was Received.

Item 4.9: Adopt A Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Contract with Interwest Consulting Group for a Part-Time Interim Public Works Director in an Amount Not to Exceed $45,000 (City Manager)
Action: Pulled for separate consideration. Adopted as Resolution #92-2021.

Motion by Council Member Lowe, seconded by Council Member Felder, to adopt a resolution authoring the City Manager to contract with Interwest Consulting Group for a part-time Interim Public Works Director.

Motion carried with Council Member Agrimonti absent.

Item 4.10: Adopt the 2022 City Council Meeting Calendar (City Clerk) Action: Adopted as Resolution #93-2021.

5. PUBLIC HEARING
None.

6. REGULAR CALENDAR – CITY COUNCIL
Item 6.1: Conduct Workshop Regarding the Alternatives Report for the Sonoma Development Center Specific Plan and Provide Comments to Staff to Submit to Sonoma County (City Manager) Public Comment: Claire Solot, Derek Noles, Bonnie Brown, Martin Weil, and Dave Ransom Action: Council provided direction to Staff.

Mayor Ding called for a recess at 7:34 pm; Council reconvened at 7:40 pm.

Item 6.2: Discuss, Consider, and Take Possible Action on Introduction and Adoption of an Urgency Ordinance Amending the Sonoma Municipal to Add Sections 19.41 – Related to Ministerial Residential Projects in Residential Zoning Districts and Section 19.72 – Related to Ministerial Parcel Maps for Urban Lot Splits and Finding this Action is not a Project Under Division 13 (Commencing with Section 21000) of the Public Resources Code (Planning & Community Services Director and Associate Planner)
Action: Council provided direction to Staff.

Public Comment: Calum Weeks, Bill Willers, Jim McFadden, Rafa Sonnenfeld, Fred Allebach, and Caitlin Cornwall
Motion by Council Member Felder, seconded by Vice Mayor Barnett to adopt an Urgency Ordinance Amending the Sonoma Municipal to Add Sections 19.41 – Related to Ministerial Residential Projects in Residential Zoning Districts and Section 19.72 – Related to Ministerial Parcel Maps for Urban Lot Splits and Finding this Action is not a Project Under Division 13 (Commencing with Section 21000) of the Public Resources Code With the modification to the height restriction and the minimum square footage addition from the City Attorney. Motion carried with Council Member Agrimonti absent.

7. COUNCIL MEMBERS REPORTS & COMMENTS
Council Member Felder attended a Sonoma Clean Power meeting on December 2nd. Mayor Ding attended a Sonoma Valley Groundwater Sustainability Agency meeting.

8. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
None.

9. CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS
None.

10. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Ding adjourned the meeting at 7:47 pm.

I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing minutes were duly and regularly adopted at a regular meeting of the Sonoma City Council on the _____th day of __________ 2022. ___________________________________
Rebekah Barr, MMC, City Clerk
Agenda Item #6.4:

City Council:

Madolyn Agrimonti, Mayor
Jack Ding, Vice Mayor
Kelso G. Barnett
Robert Felder
Sandra Lowe

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

OF THE SONOMA CITY COUNCIL
City Council Chambers
177 First Street West
Wednesday, December 1, 2021

6:00 PM Regular Meeting
Regular Meeting of December 1, 2021
6:00 P.M. – REGULAR MEETING

CONVENE, CALL TO ORDER, & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Agrimonti called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm.

PUBLIC COMMENT PROCESS FOR ZOOM ATTENDANCE AT MEETINGS
Public Comment Process for ZOOM Attendance at Meetings

ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Mayor Agrimonti, Vice Mayor Ding, Council Member Barnett, Council Member Lowe, Council Member Felder

REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION
No reportable actions were taken in Closed Session.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion by Council Member Lowe, seconded by Vice Mayor Ding, to approve the agenda as presented with item 6.1 being moved to after item 3.1. Motion carried unanimously.

1. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Robert Taylor, Eris Weaver, Matt Metzler, Steve Akre, and Mark Newhouser provided public comments.

2. MEETING DEDICATIONS
Council Member Lowe dedicated the meeting to all those who have passed away due to AIDS. Today is international AIDS awareness day. Mayor Agrimonti dedicated the meeting to Sydney Hoover.

3. PRESENTATIONS
Item 3.1 Presentation on Alternatives Report for the Sonoma Development Center (SDC) Specific Plan by Sonoma County
Public Comment: Nick Brown, Arthur Dawson, Caitlyn Cornwall, Alice Horwitz, Bonnie Brown, Mark Newhouser, Eris Weaver, Jim Price, Dean Anderson, Claire Solot, David Eichar, and Josette Brose-Eichar.

4. CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion by Council Member Barnett, Seconded by Council Member Lowe, to approve the Consent Calendar as presented with item 4.3 pulled for separate discussion. Motion carried unanimously.

Item 4.1: Waive further reading and Authorize Introduction and/or Adoption of Ordinances by Title Only. (Standard procedural action - no backup information provided) Item 4.2: Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Negotiate and Execute an Agreement with OpenGov for the Initial Implementation and Configuration of OpenGov’s Cloud-Based Electronic Permitting System in an Amount Not to Exceed $53,000 and Execute a Software Service Agreement with OpenGov for up to Five (5) Years in the Amount of $30,120 per Year (Development Services Director/Building Official)
Action: Adopted as Resolution #84-2021.

Item 4.3: Adopt a Resolution Authorizing The City Manager To Extend the Memorandum Of Understanding With Sonoma Overnight Support (SOS) For The Implementation And Operation of a Safe Parking Program from December 1, 2021 to June 1, 2022 (City Manager)
Action: Pulled for separate consideration. Adopted as Resolution #85-2021.

Public Comment: Kathy King, Chief of Police Rodriguez, Francisco Kilgore, Dan Comb, Fred Allebach, Judith Walsh, and Catarina Landry
Motion by Council Member Barnett, seconded by Council Member Felder, to adopt a resolution extending the Memorandum Of Understanding With Sonoma Overnight Support (SOS) For The Implementation And Operation of a Safe Parking Program from December 1, 2021 to April 1, 2022. Motion fails 2-0-3 with Council Member Felder and Council Member Barnett voting YES and Council Member Lowe, Vice Mayor Ding and Mayor Agrimonti voting NO.

Council Member Lowe made a motion to reconsider the motion, Seconded by Mayor Agrimonti to reconsider the vote. Motion carried unanimously.

Motion by Council Member Barnett, seconded by Council Member Felder, to adopt a resolution extending the Memorandum Of Understanding With Sonoma Overnight Support (SOS) For The Implementation And Agenda Item #6.4:

Regular Meeting of December 1, 2021
Operation of a Safe Parking Program from December 1, 2021 to April 1, 2022. Motion carried 4-0-1 with Council Member Lowe abstaining.

Item 4.4: Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Purchase Agreement for a New 2022 Chevy Tahoe 4WD Command Vehicle, in an Amount Not to Exceed $65,000 and Approve a FY 21/22 Budget Adjustment in the Amount of $15,000 for the Replacement of the Vehicle (Fire Chief)
Action: Adopted as Resolution #86-2021.

Item 4.5: Adopt an Ordinance Amending Sonoma Municipal Code Chapter 7 by Adding Chapter 7.10 and Modifying Current Chapter 7.08 to Comply with State Recycling Law SB 1383; CEQA exempt per (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) (Sustainability Coordinator) Action: Adopted as Ordinance #12-2021.

5. PUBLIC HEARING
None.

6. REGULAR CALENDAR – CITY COUNCIL
Item 6.1: Provide Direction to Staff Regarding the Preferred Approach for the City to Comment on the Alternatives Report for the Sonoma Development Center Specific Plan (City Manager) Action: Council provided direction to Staff.

Item 6.2: Selection of New Mayor and Vice-Mayor (City Manager) Action: Selection of New Mayor and Vice-Mayor were made.

Motion by Council Member Barnett, seconded by Mayor Agrimonti to continue the meeting past the 9:00 pm hour. Motion carried unanimously.

Motion by Mayor Agrimonti, Seconded by Council Member Barnett, to nominate Council Member Ding as Vice Mayor. Motion carried unanimously.

Public Comment: Francisco Kilgore and Fred Allebach
Motion by Mayor Ding, seconded by Council Member Lowe, to nominate Council Member Barnett as Vice Mayor. Motion carried unanimously.

Item 6.3: Adopt a Resolution Approving the Conditions for Operations of Sonoma’s Tuesday Night Market 2022 Market Season, the 2022 Operating Budget, and Vendor Stall Fee Pricing (Senior Management Analyst)
Action: Adopted as Resolution #87-2021.

Public Comments: Fred Allebach
Motion by Council Member Lowe, seconded by Council Member Felder, to adopt a resolution Approving the Conditions for Operations of Sonoma’s Tuesday Night Market 2022 Market Season, the 2022 Operating Budget, and Vendor Stall Fee Pricing. Motion carried unanimously.

Council took a recess at 8:38 pm; Council reconvened at 8:46 pm.

7. COUNCIL MEMBERS REPORTS & COMMENTS
Council Member Lowe has been working on the Youth Commission and will be bringing an update to Council soon. Council Member Felder reported that an emergency ordinance will be brought to Council regarding SB9 on December 15th.

8. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
None.

9. CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS
None.

10. CLOSED SESSION
Item 10.1 Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipate Litigation - Pursuant to Government Code 54956.9(d)(2)
Number of Cases: 1

11. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Agrimonti adjourned the meeting at 10:30pm.

I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing minutes were duly and regularly adopted at a regular meeting of the Sonoma City Council on the _____th day of __________ 2022. ___________________________________
Rebekah Barr, MMC, City Clerk
Agenda Item #6.4:

City Council:

Madolyn Agrimonti, Mayor
Jack Ding, Vice Mayor
Kelso G. Barnett
Robert Felder

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

OF THE SONOMA CITY COUNCIL
City Council Chambers
177 First Street West
Wednesday, November 17, 2021

6:00 PM Regular Meeting
Regular Meeting of November 17, 2021
6:00 P.M. – REGULAR MEETING

CONVENE, CALL TO ORDER, & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Agrimonti called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm.

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ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Mayor Agrimonti, Vice Mayor Ding, Council Member Barnett, Council Member Felder

REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION
No reportable actions were taken in Closed Session.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion by Vice Mayor Ding, seconded by Council Member Felder, to approve the agenda as presented.

Motion carried unanimously.

Item 1.1 Adopt a Resolution Reciting the Facts of the General Municipal Election held on November 2, 2021, Declaring the Result and such Other Matters as Required by Law and Thereby Determining that Sandra Lowe has been Elected to the Office of the City Council of the City of Sonoma (City Clerk)
Action: Adopted as Resolution #77-2021.

Motion by Council Member Barnett, seconded by Council Member Felder, to Adopt a Resolution Reciting the Facts of the General Municipal Election held on November 2, 2021, Declaring the Result and such Other Matters as Required by Law and Thereby Determining that Sandra Lowe has been Elected to the Office of the City Council of the City of Sonoma. Motion carried unanimously.

Item 1.2 Oath of Office to New Council Member Sandra Lowe (City Clerk)

2. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Mr. Brown and Josette Brose-Eichar provided public comments.

3. MEETING DEDICATIONS
Council Member Barnett dedicated the meeting to Eric Tomas Pagent and Rachel Cecchetti. Mayor Agrimonti dedicated Leonard F Duggan Jr. as well as Walkin Corencio Reyes. Council Member Ding dedicated the meeting to Harry Andrews.

4. PRESENTATIONS
Item 4.1 Presentation Recognizing Deputy Steve Lucchetti for His Service to the City of Sonoma Item 4.2 Presentation Recognizing the "Earthlings"

5. CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion by Council Member Barnett, seconded by Council Member Lowe, to approve the Consent Calendar as presented with item 5.7 being pulled for further discussion as well as item 2.1 from the special meeting consent calendar for further discussion. Motion carried unanimously.

Item 5.1: Waive further reading and Authorize Introduction and/or Adoption of Ordinances by Title Only. (Standard procedural action - no backup information provided) Item 5.2: Authorize the City Manager to execute the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Between the City of Sonoma and the Sonoma County Waste Management Agency (SCWMA) to Establish Certain Roles and Responsibilities SCWMA Shall Assume on Behalf of the City to Implement the SB 1383 Regulations (Sustainability Coordinator) Action: Authorization was given to City Manager.

Item 5.3: Adopt Resolution Adopting Environmentally Preferable Procurement Policy for Municipal Operations (Sustainability Coordinator)
Action: Adopted as Resolution #78-2021.

Item 5.4: Adopt an Ordinance Amending the Sonoma Municipal Code Regarding City Manager Residency Restrictions (City Clerk)
Action: Adopted as Ordinance #11-2021.

1. REGULAR CALENDAR - ELECTION
Agenda Item #6.4:

Regular Meeting of November 17, 2021
Item 5.5: Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Certain City Officials and Staff Members to Order Deposits and Withdrawals from the Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF) (Assistant City Manager) Action: Adopted as Resolution #79-2021.

Item 5.6: Accept Expenditure Report for the Month of October 2021 (Assistant City Manager) Action: Report was accepted.

Item 5.7: Accept FY 2020/21 General Fund Preliminary Year-End Financial Report (Assistant City Manager)
Action: Pulled for separate consideration. Report was accepted.

Motion by Vice Mayor Ding, seconded by Council Member Felder, to accept the report as presented. Motion carried unanimously.

Item 5.8: Adopt a Resolution Adopting the Plans and Specifications for the Fryer Creek Pedestrian and Bicycle Bridge Project No. 1801, Federal Project No. CML-5114(020) (Project); Accepting the Bids and Awarding a Contract to F. Loduca Co. of Stockton, CA; and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Construction Contract in the Amount of $578,703.90 (Public Works Director/City Engineer)
Action: Adopted as Resolution #80-2021.

6. PUBLIC HEARING
None.

7. REGULAR CALENDAR – CITY COUNCIL
Item 7.1: Introduction of an Ordinance Amending Sonoma Municipal Code Chapter 7 by Adding Chapter 7.10 and Modifying Current Chapter 7.08 to Comply with State Recycling Law SB 1383; CEQA exempt per (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) (Sustainability Coordinator)
Action: Ordinance was introduced.

Public Comment: Tom Conlon
Motion by Mayor Agrimonti, seconded by Council Member Barnett, to introduce an Ordinance Amending Sonoma Municipal Code Chapter 7 by Adding Chapter 7.10 and Modifying Current Chapter 7.08 to Comply with State Recycling Law SB 1383; CEQA exempt per (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3). Motion carried unanimously.

Council took a recess at 7:22 pm; Council reconvened at 7:31 pm.

Item 7.2: 1) Consideration, Discussion and Possible Action to Adopt Two Resolutions Approving Commercial Cannabis Retail Business Regulations in Order to Open a Request for Proposal Process (RFP) for a Second Retail Storefront Commercial Cannabis Business in the City Implementing the Provisions of the Sonoma Municipal Code, including: (a) Resolution Approving “Administrative Regulations” and “Application Procedures and Guidelines” and Finding that the Proposed Administrative Regulations and Application Procedures and Guidelines are Not Projects Pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15378 and are also Exempt from CEQA Pursuant To CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(B)(3); and (b) Resolution Approving Commercial Cannabis Fees; and 2) Provide Direction on the Timing for the New/Updated RFP Process to Commence (Planning & Community Services Director)
Action: Adopted as Resolution #81-2021 and Resolution #82-2021.

Public Comment: Gil Latimer, Josette Brose-Eichar, Eli Melrod, Jason Kishineff, Lesley Hennesey, Mike Benziger, and David Eichar
Motion by Council Member Barnett, seconded by Vice Mayor Ding to adopt a resolution Approving “Administrative Regulations” and “Application Procedures and Guidelines” and Finding that the Proposed Administrative Regulations and Application Procedures and Guidelines are Not Projects Pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15378 and are also Exempt from CEQA Pursuant To CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(B)(3); and adopt a second resolution approving commercial cannabis fees. Motion carried unanimously.

Item 7.3: Discuss, Consider and Possibly Take Action to Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Contract with AECOM to Prepare Appropriate Environmental Review Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) for the 4th Street East & Brazil Street Hillside Residential Projects (Planning Services & Community Services Director and Associate Planner)
Action: Adopted as Resolution #83-2021.

Motion by Vice Mayor Ding, seconded by Council Member Barnett, to adopt a resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Contract with AECOM to Prepare Appropriate Environmental Review. Motion carried unanimously.

8. COUNCIL MEMBERS REPORTS & COMMENTS
Council Member Felder attended a Sonoma Clean Power Board meeting. Council Member Lowe pointed out that it is Native American History Month and wanted to acknowledge and honor the fact that the Council is meeting on the traditional land of the Graton rancheria and Miwok peoples.

Agenda Item #6.4:

Regular Meeting of November 17, 2021

9. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
None.

10. CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS
None.

11. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Agrimonti adjourned the meeting at 9:13 pm.

I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing minutes were duly and regularly adopted at a regular meeting of the Sonoma City Council on the _____th day of __________ 2022. ___________________________________
Rebekah Barr, MMC, City Clerk
Agenda Item #6.4:

City Council:

Madolyn Agrimonti, Mayor
Jack Ding, Vice Mayor
Kelso G. Barnett
Robert Felder

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

OF THE SONOMA CITY COUNCIL
City Council Chambers
177 First Street West
Wednesday, November 3, 2021

6:00 PM Regular Meeting
Regular Meeting of November 3, 2021
6:00 P.M. – REGULAR MEETING

CONVENE, CALL TO ORDER, & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Agrimonti called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm.

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ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Mayor Agrimonti, Vice Mayor Ding, Council Member Barnett, Council Member Felder

REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION
No reportable actions were taken in Closed Session.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion by Council Member Felder, seconded by Vice Mayor Ding, to approve the agenda as presented.

Motion carried unanimously.

1. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
None.

2. MEETING DEDICATIONS
None.

3. PRESENTATIONS
None.

4. CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion by Council Member Barnett, Seconded by Council Member Felder, to approve the Consent Calendar as presented with item 4.8 being pulled for further discussion. Motion carried unanimously.

Item 4.1: Waive further reading and Authorize Introduction and/or Adoption of Ordinances by Title Only. (Standard procedural action - no backup information provided) Item 4.2: Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Sonoma Adopting Volume 1, Volume 2 - Section 4 (The City Of Sonoma Annex), and the Appendices of Volume 2 of the Sonoma County Multijurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (Development Services Director/Building Official)
Action: Adopted as Resolution #70-2021.

Item 4.3: Adopt a Resolution Waiving the Residency Requirement for City Manager Garrett Toy (City Manager)
Action: Adopted as Resolution #71-2021.

Item 4.4: Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into an Agreement with California Consulting to Provide Grant Research and Writing Services in an Amount Not-to-Exceed $50,000 and Approving a FY 21/22 Budget Adjustment in the Amount of $40,000 (City Manager)
Action: Adopted as Resolution #72-2021.

Item 4.5: Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a contract with Sonoma County to Provide Grant Management oversight of Clean Streams Southern Sonoma County Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) grant and fund design services of City of Sonoma Capital Improvement Project CD-3 “Broadway & Leveroni Rd Flood Reduction & Trash Capture Project” (Environmental Compliance Analyst)
Action: Adopted as Resolution #73-2021.

Item 4.6 Adopt two resolutions: 1) Authorizing the City Manager or Designee to Execute a Professional Services Agreement with GEI Consultants, Inc. in an Amount Not to Exceed $35,000 for Technical Support for a 2021 Urban and Multibenefit Drought Relief Grant Application for the City of Sonoma Drought Resiliency Program and 2) Authorizing the Grant Application, Acceptance, and Execution for the City of Sonoma Drought Resiliency Program (Public Works Director/City Engineer)
Action: Adopted as Resolution #74-2021 and Resolution #75-2021.

Item 4.7 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Negotiated Contract with PG&E Contractor/Subcontractor for Repaving Fifth Street West South of West Napa Street/State Route 12 in an Amount Up to $40,000 and Finding that Repaving Fifth Street West is Agenda Item #6.4:

Regular Meeting of November 3, 2021
Categorically Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Pursuant to Section 15301(c) of the State CEQA Guidelines (Public Works Director/Building Official) Action: Adopted as Resolution #76-2021.

Item 4.8 Adopt Workplan for FY21-22 Council Goals (City Manager) Action: Pulled for separate consideration. Workplan was adopted.

Public Comment: Fred Allebach
Motion by Council Member Barnett, Seconded by Vice Mayor Ding to adopt the workplan for FY21-22.

Motion carried unanimously.

5. PUBLIC HEARING
None.

6. REGULAR CALENDAR – CITY COUNCIL
Item 6.1: Discussion, Consideration, and Possible Action Regarding the Roles and Responsibility of the Various City Commissions and Committees and Provide Direction to Staff as Appropriate (City Manager)
Action: Council provided direction to Staff.

Public Comment: Armando Zimmerman, Fred Allebach, Sandra Lowe, and Mr. Dalton

7. COUNCIL MEMBERS REPORTS & COMMENTS
Vice Mayor Ding attended a County Water Advisory meeting. Mayor Agrimonti visited the Bibliobus which is a part of the Sonoma County Library program.

8. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
None.

9. CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS
None.

10. CLOSED SESSION
Item 10.1 Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipate Litigation - Pursuant to Government Code 54956.9(d)(2)
Number of Cases: 1

11. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Agrimonti adjourned the meeting at 7:03 pm.

I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing minutes were duly and regularly adopted at a regular meeting of the Sonoma City Council on the _____th day of __________ 2022. ___________________________________
Rebekah Barr, MMC, City Clerk
Agenda Item #6.4:

City Council:

Madolyn Agrimonti, Mayor
Jack Ding, Vice Mayor
Kelso G. Barnett
Robert Felder

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

OF THE SONOMA CITY COUNCIL
City Council Chambers
177 First Street West
Monday, October 18, 2021

6:00 PM Regular Meeting
Regular Meeting of October 18, 2021
6:00 P.M. – REGULAR MEETING

CONVENE, CALL TO ORDER, & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Agrimonti called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm.

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ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Mayor Agrimonti, Vice Mayor Ding, Council Member Barnett, Council Member Felder

REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION
No reportable actions were taken in Closed Session.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion by Council Member Felder, seconded by Council Member Barnett, to approve the agenda as presented with item 4.3 being pulled for consideration and continued at the next regularly scheduled meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

1. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Gil Latimer provided public comment.

2. MEETING DEDICATIONS
Council Member Barnett dedicated the meeting to Anne Young. Mayor Agrimonti dedicated the meeting to Sam McCandless.

3. PRESENTATIONS
City Manager Toy introduced David Ruderman, the new Assistant City Attorney.

4. CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion by Council Member Felder, Seconded by Vice Mayor Ding, to approve the Consent Calendar as presented with item 4.3 being pulled for consideration and continued to the next meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

Item 4.1: Waive further reading and Authorize Introduction and/or Adoption of Ordinances by Title Only. (Standard procedural action - no backup information provided) Item 4.2: Accept the Expenditure Report for the Month of September 2021 (Assistant City Manager) Action: Report was accepted.

Item 4.3: Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Sonoma Adopting Volume 1, Volume 2 - Section 4 (The City of Sonoma Annex), and the Appendices of Volume 2 of the Sonoma County Multijurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (Development Services Director/Building Official)
Action: Item was pulled from consideration.

Item 4.4: Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Certificates of Acceptance of Easement Grant Deeds for Public Sidewalk and Public Water Facilities Over and Across the Lodge Property at 1325 Broadway (Public Works Director/City Engineer) Action: Adopted as Resolution #69-2021.

5. PUBLIC HEARING
None.

6. REGULAR CALENDAR – CITY COUNCIL
Item 6.1: Discussion, Consideration, and Possible Introduction of an Ordinance Amending the Sonoma Municipal Code Regarding City Manager Residency Restrictions (Assistant City Attorney)
Action: Council provided direction to Staff.

Motion by Council Member Barnett, seconded by Council Member Felder, to approve an ordinance amending the Sonoma Municipal Code regarding City Manager Residency restrictions based on a ten-mile radius from City Hall with a waiver provision. Motion carried unanimously.

7. COUNCIL MEMBERS REPORTS & COMMENTS
Council Member Felder attended a Climate Action subcommittee meeting in which they introduced a zerowaste ordinance. Councilmen Felder also attended a Sonoma Clean Power directors meeting in which they Agenda Item #6.4:

Regular Meeting of October 18, 2021
are bringing a resolution to create geothermal opportunities for power. Vice Mayor Ding attended a Sonoma Valley Groundwater Sustainability meeting as well as a Sonoma County Mayors and City Councils association legislative committee meeting. Mayor Agrimonti attended a Sonoma County Transportation Authority meeting as well as a Future Libraries Facilities Plan meeting.

8. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
City Manager Toy reminded everyone that the Housing Presentation is this upcoming Wednesday in the EOC building. Mr. Toy also reported that the City of Sonoma was one of 25 bay area cities that were awarded a 12-month free subscription to Balancing Act – a public engagement software.

9. CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS
None.

10. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Agrimonti adjourned the meeting at 7:00 pm.

I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing minutes were duly and regularly adopted at a regular meeting of the Sonoma City Council on the _____th day of __________ 2022. ___________________________________
Rebekah Barr, MMC, City Clerk
Agenda Item #6.4:

City Council:

Madolyn Agrimonti, Mayor
Jack Ding, Vice Mayor
Kelso G. Barnett
Robert Felder

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

OF THE SONOMA CITY COUNCIL
City Council Chambers
177 First Street West
Monday, October 04, 2021

6:00 PM Regular Meeting
Regular Meeting of October 04, 2021
6:00 P.M. – REGULAR MEETING

CONVENE, CALL TO ORDER, & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Agrimonti called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm.

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ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Mayor Agrimonti, Vice Mayor Ding, Council Member Barnett, Council Member Felder

REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION
No reportable actions were taken in Closed Session.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion by Vice Mayor Ding, seconded by Council Member Barnett, to approve the agenda as presented.

Motion carried unanimously.

1. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Josette Brose-Eichar, Lily Gelb, and Gil Latimer provided public comments.

2. MEETING DEDICATIONS
Mayor Agrimonti dedicated the meeting to Susan Chu, Bob Torry, and Sally Vella.

3. PRESENTATIONS
Item 3.1 Presentation on the Sonoma Valley Groundwater Sustainability Plan by Sonoma Water

4. CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion by Vice Mayor Ding, Seconded by Council Member Felder, to approve the Consent Calendar as presented with item 4.3 and item 4.4 being pulled for separate consideration. Motion carried unanimously.

Item 4.1: Waive further reading and Authorize Introduction and/or Adoption of Ordinances by Title Only. (Standard procedural action - no backup information provided) Item 4.2: Adopt a Resolution Revising the City Council Regular Meeting Dates to the First and Third Wednesday of the Month for the Remainder of the 2021 Calendar Year (City Clerk) Action: Adopted as Resolution #63-2021.

Item 4.3: Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Amendment No.1 to the waterTALENT Professional Services Agreement to Continue the Use of Temporary Water Operator Services (Public Works Director/City Engineer) Action: Pulled for separate consideration; Adopted as Resolution #66-2021.

Motion by Council Member Barnett, Seconded by Council Member Felder, to adopt a resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Amendment No.1 to the waterTALENT Professional Services Agreement to Continue the Use of Temporary Water Operator Services. Motion carried unanimously.

Item 4.4: Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement for Staff Support Services with Valley of the Moon Water District to Temporarily Support the City’s Operation of its Water Treatment and Distribution Facilities to Meet Urgent Staffing Needs for Continued Supply of Safe and Reliable Drinking Water to the City’s Water Customers (Public Works Director/City Engineer)
Action: Pulled for separate consideration; Adopted as Resolution #65-2021.

Motion by Mayor Agrimonti, seconded by Vice Mayor Ding, to adopt a resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement for Staff Support Services with Valley of the Moon Water District. Motion carried unanimously.

Item 4.5: Adopt a Resolution Adopting a Set of Council Norms and Expectations and the Sonoma Way, Which is a Core Set of Values to Shape the City’s Approach to Community Discussions and Decision-Making Process (City Manager)
Action: Adopted as Resolution #64-2021.

Agenda Item #6.4:

Regular Meeting of October 04, 2021
Item 4.6: Accept Expenditure Report for the Month of August 2021 (Assistant City Manager) Action: Report was accepted.

Council took a recess at 7:00 pm; Council reconvened at 7:05 pm.

5. PUBLIC HEARING
Item 5.1 Discussion, Consideration, and Possible Action to Adopt a Resolution denying an Appeal of the Design Review and Historic Preservation Commission’s Approval of Application PN20- 081 – a Design Review Application of Robert Baumann for a 164 Square Foot Addition to a Previously Approved 3,479 Square Foot Residence and an 872 Square Foot Addition to the Previously Approved 923 Square Foot Patio Located at 236 East Spain Street. Pursuant to Section 15301 of the State CEQA Guidelines, the Remodel of an Existing Single-family Residence is Categorically Exempt from the Provisions of CEQA (Class 1 -Existing Facilities) (Planning & Community Services Director and Associate Planner) Action: Public Hearing conducted and adopted as Resolution #67-2021.

Public Comment: Patricia Cullinan and Tom Thornley
Motion by Mayor Agrimonti, Seconded by Council Member Felder, to Adopt a Resolution denying an Appeal of the Design Review and Historic Preservation Commission’s Approval of Application PN20-081. Motion carried unanimously.

6. REGULAR CALENDAR – CITY COUNCIL
Item 6.1: Discussion, Consideration, and Possible Action to Adopt a Resolution Amending the Policy for a Moratorium on Water Service Connections in Areas Outside the City Limits for Consistency with the 2020 Urban Growth Boundary Extension Ordinance and Confirming Delegation to the City Manager to Implement the Policy and Execute Outside Service Area Agreements with Property Owners Permitted to Connect (Public Works Director/City Engineer)
Action: Adopted as Resolution #68-2021 as revised by the Public Works Director.

Public Comment: Steve Likely, Patricia Cullinan, and Tom Conlon Motion by Council Member Barnett, Seconded by Council Member Felder, to approve an ordinance amending the Sonoma Municipal Code regarding City Manager Residency restrictions based on a ten-mile radius from City Hall with a waiver provision. Motion carried unanimously.

Item 6.2 Discussion and Direction on Updates to Appointments for Ad-Hoc Council Sub-Committees (City Manager and City Clerk)
Action: Council provided direction to Staff.

Motion by Vice Mayor Ding, Seconded by Council Member Felder, to ratify the updates to appointments for Ad-Hoc sub-committees. Motion carried unanimously.

7. COUNCIL MEMBERS REPORTS & COMMENTS
Council Member Felder attended a Sonoma Valley Citizens Advisory Commission meeting. Vice Mayor Ding attended Sonoma Valley Groundwater Agency Board meeting.

8. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
None.

9. CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS
None.

10. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Agrimonti adjourned the meeting at 8:24 pm.

I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing minutes were duly and regularly adopted at a regular meeting of the Sonoma City Council on the _____th day of __________ 2022. ___________________________________
Rebekah Barr, MMC, City Clerk
Agenda Item #6.4:

City Council:

Madolyn Agrimonti, Mayor
Jack Ding, Vice Mayor
Kelso G. Barnett
Robert Felder

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

OF THE SONOMA CITY COUNCIL
City Council Chambers
177 First Street West
Monday, September 20, 2021

6:00 PM Regular Meeting
Regular Meeting of September 20, 2021
6:00 P.M. – REGULAR MEETING

CONVENE, CALL TO ORDER, & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Agrimonti called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm.

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ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Mayor Agrimonti, Vice Mayor Ding, Council Member Barnett, Council Member Felder

REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION
No reportable actions were taken in Closed Session.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion by Vice Mayor Ding, seconded by Council Member Barnett, to approve the agenda as presented.

Motion carried unanimously.

1. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Richard Silver provided public comments.

2. MEETING DEDICATIONS
Vice Mayor Ding dedicated the meeting to Joseph Burn.

3. PRESENTATIONS
None.

4. CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion by Council Member Barnett, Seconded by Council Member Felder, to approve the Consent Calendar as presented with item 4.3 and 4.7 being pulled for further discussion. Motion carried unanimously.

Public Comment: Steve Paige and Shelia O’Neill
Item 4.1: Waive further reading and Authorize Introduction and/or Adoption of Ordinances by Title Only. (Standard procedural action - no backup information provided) Item 4.2: Adopt a Resolution Supporting Sonoma Valley Health Care District’s Measure F Parcel Tax (City Manager)
Action: Adopted as Resolution #59-2021.

Item 4.3: Adopt City Council Goals for FY21-22 (City Manager) Action: Pulled for separate consideration. Adopted as presented with the addition of one more goal of preserving small-town character by updating the inventory of historical resources and creation of historic district designations.

Motion by Vice Mayor Ding, seconded by Council Member Barnett, to adopt the City Council goals for fiscal year 21-22 as presented with the addition of one more goal of preserving small town character by updating the inventory of historical resources and creation of historic district designations. Motion carried unanimously.

Item 4.4: Adoption of an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Sonoma Amending Chapter

13.10 – Water Shortage and Conservation Plan – of Title 13 – Water and Sewage – of the Sonoma Municipal Code for Consistency with the 2020 Water Shortage Contingency Plan and with Enforcement Provisions in Other Municipal Code Sections and Finding that the Proposed Ordinance is Categorically Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(B)(3) (Public Works Director/City Engineer)
Action: Adopted as Ordinance #10-2021.

Item 4.5: Adopt a Resolution Approving a Request by Sonoma Valley High School for Temporary Use of City Streets on October 1, 2021 to Conduct the Annual Homecoming Parade and a Request to Up-light City Hall From Sept 28 Thru October 3, 2021 With Green Flood Lights (Senior Management Analyst)
Action: Adopted as Resolution #60-2021.

Agenda Item #6.4:

Regular Meeting of September 20, 2021
Item 4.6: Adopt a Resolution Approving a Request From Sonoma Valley Museum of Art and Sonoma Community Center to Extend the Temporary Art Installation of the Jun Kaneko Ceramic Heads Through the End of March 2022 to Coincide with the 2022 National Council of Education for the Ceramic Arts (NCECA) Event Being Held in Sacramento March 16-19, 2022 (Senior Management Analyst)
Action: Adopted as Resolution #62-2021.

Public Comment: Charlotte Hajer
Motion by Vice Mayor Ding, Seconded by Council Member Felder, to adopt a resolution Approving a Request From Sonoma Valley Museum of Art and Sonoma Community Center to Extend the Temporary Art Installation of the Jun Kaneko Ceramic Heads Through the End of March 2022. Motion carried unanimously.

Item 4.7 Authorize the Mayor to Send a Letter to Governor Newsom Requesting that He Veto SB 9 (City Manager)
Action: No action was taken.

Public Comment: Patricia Cullinan
Item 4.8 Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Sonoma Establishing the Appropriations Limit for the Fiscal Year 2021/22 (Assistant City Manager) Action: Adopted as Resolution #61-2021.

5. PUBLIC HEARING
None.

6. REGULAR CALENDAR – CITY COUNCIL
Item 6.1: Discuss, Consider and Possibly Take Action to Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Contract with Dudek to Prepare Appropriate Environmental Review Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) for the 4th Street East & Brazil Street Hillside Residential Projects. The contract is not subject to the California Environmental Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) - General Rule - of the CEQA Guidelines (Planning & Community Services Director)
Action: Resolution was denied.

Public Comment: Amy Harrington and Art Grandy
Motion by Vice Mayor Ding, Seconded by Council Member Barnett, to deny a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Contract with Dudek with the acknowledgment that Staff will bring back an environmental firm contract for Council’s consideration at a later date. Motion carried unanimously.

Item 6.2 Discussion, Consideration, and Possible Action Regarding a Change in the Day of the City Council's Regular Meeting (City Manager and City Clerk) Action: Council provided direction to Staff.

Item 6.3 Introduction of an Ordinance Amending Section 2.01.020 of the Sonoma Municipal Code to Update Salaries for Members of the City Council (City Clerk) Action: Ordinance was not introduced.

Public Comment: Patricia Cullinan
Motion by Council Member Barnett, seconded by Council Member Felder, to deny the Introduction of an Ordinance Amending Section 2.01.020 of the Sonoma Municipal Code to Update Salaries for Members of the City Council. Motion carries 3-1, with Vice Mayor Ding, Council Member Barnett, and Council Member Felder voting YES and Mayor Agrimonti voting NO.

7. COUNCIL MEMBERS REPORTS & COMMENTS
None.

8. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
None.

9. CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS
None.

10. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Agrimonti adjourned the meeting at 7:48 pm.

I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing minutes were duly and regularly adopted at a regular meeting of the Sonoma City Council on the _____th day of __________ 2022. ___________________________________
Rebekah Barr, MMC, City Clerk
Agenda Item #6.4:

City Council:

Madolyn Agrimonti, Mayor
Jack Ding, Vice Mayor
Kelso G. Barnett
Robert Felder

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

OF THE SONOMA CITY COUNCIL
City Council Chambers
177 First Street West
Wednesday, September 08, 2021

6:00 PM Regular Meeting
Regular Meeting of September 08, 2021
6:00 P.M. – REGULAR MEETING

CONVENE, CALL TO ORDER, & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Agrimonti called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm.

PUBLIC COMMENT PROCESS FOR ZOOM ATTENDANCE AT MEETINGS
Public Comment Process for ZOOM Attendance at Meetings

ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Mayor Agrimonti, Vice Mayor Ding, Council Member Barnett, Council Member Felder

REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION
No reportable actions were taken in Closed Session.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion by Vice Mayor Ding, seconded by Council Member Felder, to approve the agenda as presented.

Motion carried unanimously.

1. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Mark Mazzetta, Matt Metzler, Michael Woods, Michael Ross, Joe Walsh, Amy Harrington, Scott Sherman, Christina Kennedy, Wayne Petersen, Jim Karabochas, Mary Omodt, Fred Allebach, Tricia Smith, David Eicher, and Tom Conlon provided public comment.

2. MEETING DEDICATIONS
Mayor Agrimonti dedicated the meeting to Robert Parmelee.

3. PRESENTATIONS
None.

4. CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion by Council Member Felder, seconded by Council Member Barnett, to approve the Consent Calendar as presented with item 4.2 pulled from consideration. Motion carried unanimously.

Item 4.1: Waive further reading and Authorize Introduction and/or Adoption of Ordinances by Title Only. (Standard procedural action - no backup information provided) Item 4.2: Discuss, Consider and Take Possible Action to Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Contract with Dudek to Prepare Appropriate Environmental Review Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) for the 4th Street East & Brazil Street Hillside Residential Projects. The contract is not subject to the California Environmental Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) - General Rule - of the CEQA Guidelines (Planning & Community Services Director)
Action: Item was continued to next meeting.

Public Comment: Amy Harrington, Tom Conlon, Fred Allebach, David Eichar, and Sheila O’Neil Motion by Council Member Barnett, seconded by Council Member Ding to continue to next meeting, to include more information in the agenda packets as instructed by Council. Motion carries unanimously.

Council took a break 7:45 pm, and reconvened at 7:52 pm Item 4.3: Approve the City of Sonoma Responses to the Sonoma County Civil Grand Jury 2020- 21Report Titled “Emergency Alerts and Communications” (City Manager) Action: Responses approved.

Item 4.4: Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Amend the Lease by adopting a First Amendment to the Lease at 19996 Seventh Street East (APN 128-041-002) with the Sonoma Ecology Center to Expand the Sonoma Garden Park by approximately one acre and Finding that the action is not a Project Subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15378(B)(4) (Planning & Community Services Director)
Action: Adopted as Resolution #56-2021.

Item 4.5: Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Purchase Bingham & Taylor Water Valve Rims and Lids for Installation by Caltrans’ Contractor on the State Route 12 Pavement Agenda Item #6.4:

Regular Meeting of September 08, 2021
Rehabilitation Project and Approving a FY 21/22 Budget Amendment in the Water Operating Fund 510 Transfer to the Water Capital Improvement Program Fund 512 for Increased Costs of Project W-12 Replacement of Valve Boxes with Caltrans Pavement Rehabilitation Project in the Amount of $8,780 (Public Works Director/City Engineer) Action: Adopted as Resolution #57-2021.

5. PUBLIC HEARING
Item 5.1 Introduction of an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Sonoma Amending Chapter

13.10 – Water Shortage and Conservation Plan – of Title 13 – Water and Sewage – of the Sonoma Municipal Code for Consistency with the 2020 Water Shortage Contingency Plan and with Enforcement Provisions in Other Municipal Code Sections and Finding that the Proposed Ordinance is Categorically Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(B)(3) (Public Works Director/City Engineer)
Action: Ordinance was introduced.

Motion by Council Member Barnett, seconded by Council Member Felder to Introduce an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Sonoma Amending Chapter 13.10 – Water Shortage and Conservation Plan – of Title 13 – Water and Sewage – of the Sonoma Municipal Code for Consistency with the 2020 Water Shortage Contingency Plan and with Enforcement Provisions in Other Municipal Code Sections and Finding that the Proposed Ordinance is Categorically Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(B)(3) Motion carried unanimously.

6. REGULAR CALENDAR – CITY COUNCIL
Item 6.1: Consideration, Discussion and Direction to Staff Regarding Possible Adoption of Draft New/Revised “Application Procedures And Guidelines” to Allow a Second Retail Storefront Commercial Business to Operate in the City (City Manager and Planning & Community Services Director)
Action: Council continued discussion of this item to a future meeting.

Item 6.2 Discussion, Consideration, and Possible Action Regarding Designation of the City of Sonoma Voting Delegate and the City's Position on the Proposed Resolutions for the 2021 League of California Cities Annual Conference (City Clerk) Action: Vice Mayor Ding as the City’s Voting Delegate and Council Member Barnett as the alternate.

Motion by Council Member Barnett seconded by Council Member Felder, to appoint Vice Mayor Ding as the City’s Voting Delegate and Council Member Barnett as the alternate. Motion carried unanimously.

7. COUNCIL MEMBERS REPORTS & COMMENTS
Council Member Barnett attended Sonoma Valley Citizens Advisory Committee meeting.

8. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
None.

9. CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS
None.

10. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Agrimonti adjourned the meeting at 9:00 pm.

I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing minutes were duly and regularly adopted at a regular meeting of the Sonoma City Council on the _____th day of __________ 2022. ___________________________________
Rebekah Barr, MMC, City Clerk
Agenda Item #6.4:

City Council:

Madolyn Agrimonti, Mayor
Jack Ding, Vice Mayor
Kelso G. Barnett
Robert Felder

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

OF THE SONOMA CITY COUNCIL
City Council Chambers
177 First Street West
Monday, August 16, 2021

6:00 PM Regular Meeting
Regular Meeting of August 16, 2021
6:00 P.M. – REGULAR MEETING

CONVENE, CALL TO ORDER, & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Agrimonti called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm.

ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Mayor Agrimonti, Vice Mayor Ding, Council Member Barnett, Council Member Felder

REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION
No reportable actions were taken in Closed Session.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion by Vice Mayor Ding, seconded by Council Member Felder, to approve the agenda as presented.

Motion carried unanimously.

1. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Mark M, Paul Watts, Eris Weaver, Dave Ransom, Caitlin Cornwall, Tom Conlon, Fred Allebach, Sinjin Bain, and Ken Brown provided public comments.

2. MEETING DEDICATIONS
Mayor Agrimonti dedicated the meeting to Jefferey Ster.

3. PRESENTATIONS
Item 3.1 Introduction of John Hennelly, new CEO of Sonoma Valley Hospital (City Manager)

4. PUBLIC HEARING
None.

5. REGULAR CALENDAR – CITY COUNCIL
Item 5.1 Discussion, Consideration, and Possible Action on Whether the County of Sonoma Should “Opt” Into the State’s Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations (MEHKO) Law Which Would Allow an Individual to Operate a Small-Scale Restaurant (Dine In or Take Out) in Their Private Residence, Including Within the Sonoma City Limits and Direct Staff as Appropriate (City Manager)
Action: Council gave direction.

Public Comments: Peter Ruddock, Fred Allebach, Roya Bagheri and Viviane Bauquet Farre Motion by Council Member Felder, seconded by Council Member Barnett, to Opt” out of the State’s Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations (MEHKO) Law. Motion carries unanimously.

Mayor Agrimonti called for a recess at 7:25 pm; Council reconvened at 7:33 pm.

Item 5.2 Discussion, Consideration, and Possible Action to Adopt a Resolution Approving a Special Event on the Plaza Celebrating Mexican Independence Day on September 19, 2021, and Finding the event Categorically Exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to Section 15323 of the State CEQA Guidelines - “Normal Operations of Facilities for Public Gatherings” (Planning & Community Services Director/Acting City Manager)
Action: Adopted as Resolution #53-2021.

Public Comments: Sandra Lowe
Motion by Vice Mayor Ding, seconded by Council Member Barnett, to adopt a resolution approving a special event on the Plaza celebrating Mexican Independence Day on September 19, 2021, and finding the event categorically exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Motion carried unanimously.

6. CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion by Council Member Felder, seconded by Vice Mayor Ding, to approve the Consent Calendar as presented with items 6.3, 6.5 and 6.6 being pulled for further discussion. Motion carried unanimously.

Public Comments: Fred Allebach
Item 6.1: Waive further reading and Authorize Introduction and/or Adoption of Ordinances by Title Only. (Standard procedural action - no backup information provided) Agenda Item #6.4:

Regular Meeting of August 16, 2021
Item 6.2 Ratify Mayor Agrimonti's Direct Appointment of Matt Wirick to the Planning Commission (City Clerk)
Action: The appointment was ratified.

Item 6.3 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Fifty-Five Year Amended and Reinstated Lease Agreement with Vintage House (City Attorney and Senior Management Analyst)
Action: Pulled for separate consideration. Adopted as Resolution #55-2021.

Motion by Council Member Felder, seconded by Vice Mayor Ding, to adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a fifty-five-year amended and reinstated lease agreement with Vintage House. Motion carried unanimously.

Item 6.4 Accept Expenditure Reports for the Months of May, June, and July 2021 (Assistant City Manager)
Action: Report was accepted.

Item 6.5 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Purchase Agreement for a New 2022 Ford E-450 Custom Type III Ambulance, Including Radios and Door Seals, in An Amount Not to Exceed $205,000 (Fire Chief)
Action: Pulled for separate consideration. Adopted as Resolution #56-2021.

Public Comments: Fred Allebach and Tom Conlon
Motion by Vice Mayor Ding, seconded by Council Member Barnett, to adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a purchase agreement for a new 2022 Ford E-450 Custom Type III Ambulance. Motion carried unanimously.

Item 6.6 Authorize the Mayor to Send Letters of Support for AB14 and SB4 Which Would Prioritize the Deployment of Broadband Infrastructure in Unserved and Underserved Communities Throughout California Through the Ongoing Collection of the California Advanced Services Fund (CASF) Surcharge (City Manager)
Action: Pulled for separate consideration. Council provided direction.

Public Comments: Fred Allebach
Motion by Vice Mayor Ding, seconded by Council Member Felder, to authorize the Mayor to send letters of supper for AB14 and SB4 which would prioritize the deployment of broadband infrastructure in unserved and underserved communities throughout California. Motion carried unanimously.

Item 6.7 Receive and File the Quarterly Investment Report for the Quarter Ending June 30, 2021 (Assistant City Manager)
Action: Report was received.

Item 6.8 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Sonoma County Water Agency Revocable License for Installation and Maintenance of One Proposed and Nine Existing Memorial Benches on the West Side of Fryer Creek and Finding that this Action is Categorically Exempt from CEQA Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301(c) – Existing Facilities (Public Works Director/City Engineer) Action: Adopted as Resolution #54-2021.

7. COUNCIL MEMBERS REPORTS & COMMENTS
Council Member Barnett announced that on August 25th, the Sonoma Valley Citizens Advisory Commission will be discussing the victory station proposal specifically relating to the Amazon distribution center on Highway 121.

8. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
None.

9. CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS
None.

10. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Agrimonti adjourned the meeting at 8:11 pm.

I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing minutes were duly and regularly adopted at a regular meeting of the Sonoma City Council on the _____th day of __________ 2022. ___________________________________
Rebekah Barr, MMC, City Clerk
Agenda Item #6.4:

City Council:

Madolyn Agrimonti, Mayor
Jack Ding, Vice Mayor
Kelso G. Barnett
Robert Felder

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

OF THE SONOMA CITY COUNCIL
City Council Chambers
177 First Street West
Monday, August 02, 2021

6:00 PM Regular Meeting
Regular Meeting of August 02, 2021
6:00 P.M. – REGULAR MEETING

CONVENE, CALL TO ORDER, & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Ding called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm.

ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Mayor Agrimonti, Vice Mayor Ding, Council Member Barnett, Council Member Felder

REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION
No reportable actions were taken in Closed Session.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion by Council Member Barnett, seconded by Council Member Felder, to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried unanimously.

1. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Ken Brown, Lesley Hennessey, Josette Brose Eicher, Sean Belloch, David Eicher, Eli Milrod and Peter Dickstein provided public comments.

2. MEETING DEDICATIONS
Mayor Agrimonti dedicated the meeting to Bernadette Claire Ruden and Council Member Barnett dedicated the meeting to Alex Henderson.

3. PRESENTATIONS
None.

4. PUBLIC HEARING
None.

5. REGULAR CALENDAR – CITY COUNCIL
Item 5.1 Discussion, Consideration, and Possible Action Regarding the Adoption of a Resolution Requesting the California State Department of Transportation (Caltrans) to Restripe Broadway to Improve Pedestrian Safety Between MacArthur Street and Napa Street as Part of State Route 12 Pavement Rehabilitation Project Currently Under Construction by Caltrans, Appropriating Funds for Striping Revisions Between MacArthur Street and Napa Street, and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Cooperative Agreement with Caltrans (Public Works Director/City Engineer)
Action: Adopted as Resolution #48-2021 with option B being substituted for option A.

Public Comment: Matt Metzler, Sandra Lowe, Lisa Lavagetto, Jim Karabochos, Paul T., Logan Harvey, Tom Conlon, Lois Abbott, Claire Solot, Eric Jensen.

Motion by Vice Mayor Ding, seconded by Council Member Barnett, to adopt the resolution with option B.

Motion carries 3-1 with Council Member Felder, Vice Mayor Ding and Mayor Agrimonti voting YES and Council Member Barnett voting NO.

Mayor Agrimonti called a recess at 7:54 pm; Council reconvened at 8:03 pm.

Item 5.2 Discussion, Consideration and Possible Action Regarding the Mayor's Assignment of Council Members to Various Boards and Committees and Council Assignments to City Council Ad Hoc Committees (City Clerk)
Action: Council provided direction.

Motion by Council Member Felder, seconded by Vice Mayor Ding, to approve the assignments as discussed.

Motion carries unanimously.

6. CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion by Council Member Felder, seconded by Vice Mayor Ding, to approve the Consent Calendar as presented with items 6.3 and 6.6 being pulled for further discussion. Motion carries unanimously.

Item 6.1: Waive further reading and Authorize Introduction and/or Adoption of Ordinances by Title Only. (Standard procedural action - no backup information provided) Item 6.2 Adopt an Ordinance Relating to the Adoption of a Fire Impact Fee for New Development within the City Limits of Sonoma (City Manager & Fire Chief) Action: Adopted as Ordinance #9-2021.

Agenda Item #6.4:

Regular Meeting of August 02, 2021
Item 6.3 Adopt a Resolution Approving the Modified Fryer Creek Pedestrian and Bicycle Bridge Project Civil Site Improvement Plan and the Addendum to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) (Public Works Director/City Engineer) Action: Pulled for separate consideration. Adopted as Resolution #51-2021.

Motion by Council Member Barnett, seconded by Vice Mayor Ding, to adopt the resolution as presented.

Motion carries unanimously.

Item 6.4 Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Sonoma Approving the Fiscal Year 2021/22 Current Pay Rates and Ranges of the City of Sonoma as Revised June 22, 2021, and Effective July 2, 2021 (Assistant City Manager)
Action: Adopted as Resolution #49-2021.

Item 6.5 Adopt a Resolution Extending the Agreement Between the County of Sonoma and the City of Sonoma to Fund the Sonoma Valley Youth and Family Services Program (Police Chief & Assistant City Manager)
Action: Adopted as Resolution #50-2021.

Item 6.6 Adopt a Resolution Approving a Budget Amendment to Complete Phase II of the Council Chambers Refurbishment (Council Ad Hoc Committee)
Action: Pulled for separate consideration. Adopted as Resolution #52-2021.

Motion by Council Member Barnett, seconded by Vice Mayor Ding, to adopt the resolution as presented.

Motion carries unanimously.

7. COUNCIL MEMBERS REPORTS & COMMENTS
None.

8. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
City Clerk Barr spoke about the process for new appointments to committees. City Manager Toy introduced the new State Masking Order and introduced a “New Agenda Items” section to the Staff Report for future meetings.

9. CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS
None.

10. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Agrimonti adjourned the meeting at 8:57 pm.

I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing minutes were duly and regularly adopted at a regular meeting of the Sonoma City Council on the _____th day of __________ 2022. ___________________________________
Rebekah Barr, MMC, City Clerk
Agenda Item #6.4:

City of Sonoma
Agenda Item Summary
Meeting: City Council - 07 Dec 2022
Department
Administration
Staff Contact
Rebekah Barr, MMC, City Clerk
Agenda Item Title
Adopt a Resolution Approving the 2023 City Council Meeting Calendar Summary
The City's Municipal Code allows the City Council to determine the "regular" meeting schedule via resolution as necessary. Each year the City Council adopts an annual meeting calendar for the upcoming year. Staff is presenting the 2023 Master Meeting Calendar. This calendar includes the standard Council recess in July. Also included are meeting date changes in January and September, as the second meeting in both months falls on League of California Cities events that a majority of the Council is attending (January – New Mayors & Council Members Academy) or typically attends (September – CalCities Annual Conference).

If there is a need for an additional meeting, either Regular or Special, the City Council can schedule one at any time.

Recommended Council Action
Adopt the resolution approving the 2023 City Council meeting calendar.

Alternative Actions
Council discretion.

Financial Impact
None
Environmental Review Status
Environmental Impact Report
Negative Declaration
Exempt
Not Applicable
Approved/Certified
No Action Required
Action Requested
Attachments
Resolution
2023 Master City Council Calendar
Agenda Item #6.5:

City of Sonoma
RESOLUTION #_____ - 2022

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SONOMA ESTABLISHING THE REGULAR MEETING DATES OF THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE 2023 CALENDAR YEAR WHEREAS, Section 2.01.010 of the Sonoma Municipal Code requires the City Council to establish, by resolution, the date and time of regular Council meetings; and WHEREAS, the City Council desire to establish the date and time of their regular meetings.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Sonoma that:

1. For the calendar year 2023, the regular meetings of the City Council shall be held on the dates set forth on Exhibit A to this resolution.

PASSED AND ADOPTED this 7th day of December 2022 by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:
________________________________
Jack Ding, Mayor
ATTEST:
________________________________
Rebekah Barr, MMC, City Clerk
Agenda Item #6.5:

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Agenda Item #6.5:

City of Sonoma
Agenda Item Summary
Meeting: City Council - 07 Dec 2022
Department
Public Works
Staff Contact
Oriana Hart
Agenda Item Title
Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Interim City Manager to Execute a Contract with Ann Baker Landscape Architecture Services in an Amount Not to Exceed $100,000 to Provide Oncall Landscape Architect Services as Needed.

Summary
The City of Sonoma’s urban parks are vital to maintaining the quality of life in Sonoma. Parks contribute to the health of our citizens, and the economic and environmental well-being of our community. Park work that exceeds the capacity of City staff is included in the FY 22/23 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget. As part of Public Works Capital Improvement Project CIP P-7 to improve Pinelli Park, CIP Project P-8 to improve Olsen Park and CIP Project P-10 to create a park at MacArthur and Fifth St West Public Works, requested proposals for on-call landscape architect services to support the design and construction of these upcoming park projects.

On November 10, 2022, Staff requested proposals to provide on-call landscape architect services for up to $100,000 and received ten (10) proposals. Public Works reviewed all the proposals and used a scoring system to evaluate the proposals. Based on the scoring system, Staff selected Ann Baker Landscape Architecture Services (ABLA) to provide the needed on-call services.

Public Works selected ABLA from the response to proposals because they demonstrated the most expertise and experience in the areas of parks, municipal projects, neighborhood park design, landscape renovations, playground equipment, water conservation modifications, habitat restoration, and master planning. If additional landscape architecture services are needed, in addition to the services ABLA will provide, public works may need to bring additional contract(s) forward for approval.

Staff is requesting the Sonoma City Council to authorize the Interim City Manager to execute a contract with Ann Baker Landscape Architecture Services in an amount not to exceed $100,000 to provide on-call landscape architect services as needed.

Recommended Council Action
Authorize the Interim City Manager to execute a contract with Ann Baker Landscape Architecture Services in an amount not to exceed $100,000 to provide on-call landscape architect services as needed.

Alternative Actions
Council discretion.

Agenda Item #6.6:

Financial Impact
The funding for the landscape architecture services are included in the FY 22/23 CIP budget in general ledger #315-54000-702-70702
Environmental Review Status
Environmental Impact Report
Negative Declaration
Exempt
Not Applicable
Approved/Certified
No Action Required
Action Requested
Attachments
Resolution - On-Call Landscape Contract
City of Sonoma On Call LA Services_ ABLA Quals
Alignment with Council Goals:

Compliance with Climate Action 2020 Target Goals:

CC:
n/a
Agenda Item #6.6:

RESOLUTION NO. ___- 2022

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SONOMA

AUTHORIZING THE INTERIM CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT

WITH ANN BAKER LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE SERVICES IN AN
AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $100,000 TO PROVIDE ON-CALL LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT SERVICES AS NEEDED.

WHEREAS, the City of Sonoma City Council approved funding in the FY22/23 Budget Capital Improvement Budget to begin conceptual design on redesign of various residential park features; and
WHEREAS, the City of Sonoma Public Works is in need of assistance in the design and community outreach components of the redesign projects; and WHEREAS, the City requested proposals for landscape architect services to perform landscape architectural and design services on an “on call or as needed” basis for various projects assigned by the City; and
WHEREAS, the City of Sonoma received eight (8) responsive bids for the on-call landscape architect services; and
WHEREAS, Public Works reviewed all the proposals and used a scoring system to evaluate the proposals; and
WHEREAS, Public Works selected Ann Baker Landscape Architecture Services, (ABLA), from the response to proposals because they demonstrated the most expertise and experience in the areas of parks, municipal projects, neighborhood park design, landscape renovations, playground equipment, water conservation modifications, habitat restoration, and master planning; and
WHEREAS, the City has drafted a contract with ABLA Landscaping to provide on-call landscaping services as needed and directed by public works.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Sonoma authorizes the Interim City Manager to execute a contract with ABLA to provide on-call landscaping services as requested by Public Works in an amount not to exceed $100,000; and
ADOPTED this 7th day of December 2022 by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN
________________________________
Jack Ding, Mayor
ATTEST:
________________________________
Rebekah Barr, City Clerk
Agenda Item #6.6:

City of Sonoma On Call
Landscape Architecture
Services
Ann Baker Landscape Architecture
Ann Baker, Principal
625 2nd St., Suite 110
Petaluma, CA 94952
o: (707) 772-5062
c: (510) 926-2557
[email protected]
Federal EIN: 93-1275042
Agenda Item #6.6:

Oriana Hart November 9, 2022
Public Works Administrator and Project Manager
City of Sonoma Public Works Department
No. 1 The Plaza
Sonoma, CA 95476
Re:  RFQ Design Services for Residential Rebuild Landscape Design Project TW#17/18-053 (ID 6874) Dear Ms Hart,
We are excited to have the opportunity to present our qualifications for the City of Sonoma Landscape Architecture On Call Services. Our firm focuses on the North Bay and coastal Northern California in order to develop landscape designs that reflect a true sense of place. We have developed a bioregional approach to landscape design and land care that spurs ecological regeneration and community vitality. On projects large or small we can bring these elements into a core framework of design work to serve the community of Sonoma as we all move forward into a decade of adaptation and developing resilience to climate change.

Our approach to project work begins with developing a participatory process, working together to create a coherent vision and statement of goals, and then hewing to this vision as the design evolves. We offer strong presentation graphic skills, road tested community engagement skills, grant writing skills, and project management skills to bring transformational projects from idea to reality. We have a demonstrable track record we’d like to share with you in the following pages.

In sum, ABLA’s work on parks, cultural centers, housing projects and demonstration gardens our projects illustrates a long term commitment to creating thriving community spaces, thrilling the birds and the bees, and bringing nature and healthy natural processes back into our built environment. We feel our team is a great fit for Sonoma and can assist in creating and implementing projects that revitalize Sonoma’s ecological health and create sustained community well being.

Sincerely,
Ann Baker, Principal
Ann Baker Landscape Architecture
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Cover Letter
I. Statement of Qualifications
II. Project References
III.Team Organization & Key Personnel
IV. Client References
Appendix
A. Compensation Schedule
B. Evidence of Compliance with City of Sonoma Insurance Requirements C. Proposed modifications to Professional Services Agreement D. Additional Examples of Completed Projects
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ANN BAKER

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE
ABLA is well qualified in all the services requested by the City as detailed below. Project images and descriptions that demonstrate the required experience and skills are provided in Section II.

1. Experience Designing Parks and Open Spaces: Principal Ann Baker has lead the design process and implemented many park, open space, plaza, and interpretive garden designs. These include several while working with RRM Design group: Niles Town Plaza, Oroville Centennial Plaza, and a Master Plan for Burton Chace Park. Ann collaborated with Donald Sibbett from the Sibbett Group in the design of the Honey Bee Haven Garden for UC Davis, and the Sunshine Trail for the San Joaquin County Historical Museum. Since starting ABLA, Ann has completed the Phase 1 project for Riverside Park in Ukiah, a renovation of Observatory Park in Ukiah, Creekside Park in Monte Rio, and Bucks Landing for Marin County Parks and Open Space. These projects entailed working with closely with city staff, engaging with community groups, meeting planning, budget and permitting requirements and developing a design from concept to construction. ABLA supports projects through the Bidding and Construction Phase.

2. Master Planning and Experience Facilitating Diverse Stakeholder Groups: ABLA has lead master planning and plan development processes with diverse stakeholder and community groups for Riverside Park, the Grace Hudson Museum, Sonoma Water’s Landscape Template Project, and the Diamond Mountain Mark West CalFire Planning Grant Project among other projects. ABLA is well versed in organizing and leading community meetings and creating and leading workshops for planning and design. We love to collaborate with other design professionals and organizations, like working with Daily Acts on the Sonoma Water project, and Taking Action for Living Systems and the Sonoma RCD on the Diamond Mountain Mark West Project.

3. Water Conservation Knowledge: ABLA and Panoramic Design Group are experts in specifying WELO compliant irrigation and low water use plantings. Ann Baker specializes in designing with native and edible plants for Northern California gardens and consultant Maura Baldwin is a WELO specialist serving on advisory boards for the Department of Water Resources and East Bay Municipal Utility District. All of our projects exceed MWELO requirements for compliant irrigation systems and planting designs. Additionally, we have the knowledge and experience to design and specify greywater systems and rainwater harvesting systems which have been permitted and built for The Wild Garden, Creekside Park, Yakuza Restaurant, and Rivers Marie Winery I. Statement of Qualifications
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4. Landscape renovations: On every project we assess the landscape as a system and evaluate its health and productivity. As addressed in the SCWA Maintenance Manual in the Exhibits, it starts with the soil, then companion plantings adapted to the site and supported by efficient and simple irrigation. We believe successful landscapes support diverse pollinators, birds and wildlife and restore natural processes. Where possible we daylight creeks, and include disturbance “pulses” like prescribed fire in our landscape system.

5. Habitat Restoration and Urban Forestry: Ann Baker started her career restoring eroded and degraded landscape areas in Golden Gate Park and has continued that through creek restoration projects on the Napa River, Selby Creek, Spring Creek, the Russian River and at Lawson’s Landing in Dillon Beach. Working on the Grace Hudson project added experience and understanding of native Peoples’ traditional ecological knowledge. Working in the post fire environment for Pepperwood Preserve and Upper Mark West has heightened an early understanding of the importance of landscape stewardship and the best application of ecological techniques.

7. Stormwater L.I.D. and green infrastructure elements: ABLA incorporates LID and green infrastructure into all our designs including Creekside Park (large infiltration meadows), BiDu Khaale Housing (street tree planters), Grace Hudson Museum (parking lot bioswale and an infiltration wetland, rainwater harvesting). The Larkmead Winery project also features several stormwater management elements from parking lot swales and spring pools.

8. Project Management: ABLA works in collaborative environments and can support sub-consultant quality and team performance. The Grace Hudson Museum and Sonoma Water projects demonstrate our ability to lead large complex projects with diverse stakeholders and integrate multiple goals into excellent project outcomes.

9. Grant Writing: Ann Baker has written successful grants for the following projects: Selby Creek, Riverside Park, Grace Hudson Museum, Diamond Mountain to Mark West CalFire Planning Grant.

10. Signage and Project Graphics: ABLA has worked on signage and graphics for Grace Hudson Museum, Riverside Park, Foundry Wharf, Black Kite Tasting Room, Sleepy Hollow Firesmart Demonstration Garden and other projects.

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BASKET CIRCLE

BASKETRY

BOARDWALK

OAK SAVANNAH
POMO
PLANTS

WILD MEADOW
TS’IWISH

WETLANDS

PARKING LOT

BIOSWALE

SALMON RUN

OUTDOOR CLASSROOM

BRUSH ARBOR HUNTING TRAIL

BURNING

CHAPARRAL

REDWOODS
At home in
the wild...
past,
present
& future.

THEWild Gardens THE
PLAN

SUN MUSEUM HOUSE
Funded by Proposition 84 Nature
Education Facilities Grant Project
Another Project to Improve California
Museums funded by the 2006 Clean
Water Bond Act
(707) 467-2836
gracehudsonmuseum.org
Grace Hudson Museum
Client:

Sherrie Smith-Ferri
Past Executive Director
Grace Hudson Museum
(707) 272-6767
[email protected]
Location:
411 S. Main St.

Ukiah, CA
ABLA lead a diverse team of designers in creating exhibit gardens for the 4 acre Grace Hudson Museum Nature Education Project.

Ann Baker co-wrote two sucessful grants for 3.2 million dollars to fund the project. The “Wild Gardens” are designed to engage visitors in understanding how best to manage the landscape of the Ukiah Valley today by examining and integrating Pomo Indian People’s values and practices in tending the Ukiah Valley landscape over 12,000 years, and contemporary sustainable landscape goals and practices. The project introduces visitors to the importance of caring for “All Our Relations”, the animals, birds, fish and insect life around us.

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Grace Hudson Museum
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Client/REFERENCE
Brian Lee
Water Efficiency Program
Sonoma Water
phone | (707) 547-1918
email | [email protected]
office | 404 aviation blvd, santa
rosa, ca 9540
ABLA worked with Sonoma Water as the lead firm on a diverse team assembled to develop permitted landscape designs for Sonoma residents rebuilding after the 2017 wildfires. Working with Daily Acts, Panoramic Design Group, Equinox Landscape Construction, Sherwood Design Engineers and others ABLA developed 4 different residential design styles: Native Adaptive, Eco-Edible, Sonoma Cottage, and Sonoma Contemporary complete with MWELO compliant irrigation designs, raingarden and swale designs, rainwater and greywater harvesting systems and recommended plant lists. ABLA lead 3 community meetings to hear from the public what they wanted in the designs and several workshops assisting homeowners in adapting the template designs to their site. In 2021 ABLA completed a maintenance manual that is a companion piece to the template designs which is attached as an exhibit to this application . See https://www.savingwaterpartnership. org/programs_list/landscape-design-templates/
Sonoma Water Landscape Templates

PLANTING CONCEPT
Scale 1/8”=1’-0”

NATIVE ADAPTIVE

RESIDENCE
3 6
7 3
2 1
5 4
3 1
2 3
4 5
6 7
8 Ceanothus
DG path
Rain garden
Rain harvesting tank
Native meadow
LEGEND
Bridge
Grasspave driveway strip
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Client/REFERENCE
Donald Sibbett
The Sibbet Group
189 Foss Ave.

San Anselmo, CA 94960
[email protected]
(415)755 4397
Site
Downtown plaza in Oroville, CA,
Overlooking the Feather River.

Ann lead this project through design development, construction documents and construction. Landscape architects and exhibit planners collaborated on the design team to create a plaza that celebrates the history of Oroville and creates a downtown community gathering space just above the Feather River . The plaza is framed by a large circular trellis and series of planters on its perimeter. The plaza opens onto a smaller belvedere space that overlooks the Feather River. Standing stones representing the spirit of the river create a creek like corridor in the center of the plaza. Cast bronze models of salmon are mounted on the standing stones and appear to flow through the space.

Embedded in the plaza paving are time flow markers made out of cut stainless steel that record the important events in Oroville’s history. The plaza is framed by two free play lawn areas which are flanked by native plant demonstration gardens. Ann designed both the layout and the planting design of these gardens, as well as the planting design for the entire site.

Oroville Centennial Plaza
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Client/REFERENCE
Roger Ravenstad
Sr. Landsape Architect
City of Fremont
[email protected]
(510) 494-4723
Site
Niles District in Fremont, CA.

Working with RRM Design Group, Ann lead the Niles Town Plaza project through design development and construction documents. The project design showcases three main cultural threads in the history of the Niles District in Fremont: local railroads, early California Movie Making, and the Niles nursery trade. The project created a town plaza at the center of Niles, brought the historic train depot building back on to the site, and created a venue for the annual Niles Antique Fair and weekend concerts.

Ann lead the design of the fountain with zoetropes featuring scenes from early black and white movies shot in Niles, and all other landscape elements: the design of the screen arch, paving designs, site planting and irrigation, site walls, lighting , street furniture. and site grading to meet ADA and stormwater management objectives.

Niles Town Plaza
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Niles Town Plaza
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Riverside Park
Ann Baker began working on Riverside Park with RRM Design Group in 2008 assisting in writing a grant and creating the Phase 1 construction plans for the project. The Phase 1 project restored 5 acres of riverbank and upland areas along the Russian River, by removing invasive exotic plants, removing concrete piles, regrading, replanting and seeding. The project included the construction of 2500 linear feet of multi-use trail, stair access to the river, a park entry sign and gate. For Phase 2 Ann worked to revise the master plan, conduct community meetings and create a successful grant proposal.

Client/REFERENCE
Neil Davis
Director, Community Services
City of Ukiah
300 Seminary Ave
Ukiah, CA 95482
707-467-5764 (office)
707-972-0926 (cell)
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Riverside Park
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ABLA co-managed the project development, design, grant writing and construction supervision of the Selby Creek Restoration project. Selby Creek is home to one of the last remaining Steelhead Trout runs on the east side of the Napa Valley. The denuded banks suffered from erosion, agricultural impacts, and lack of stewardship. ABLA collaborated with Bioengineering Associates to create the restoration approach: addressing the need for in stream habitat improvement, insectary plantings, berm removal, bank repair and stabilization, and native plant restoration. The consultants organized all 13 neighbors on this stretch of creek and developed a survey of stream conditions and a funding strategy that lead to implementation of the project.

Selby Creek Restoration
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TEAM STRUCTURE
The ABLA project team is structured to provide the right balance of resources to the City and the public to deliver innovative, well crafted designs and plans for the community without overloading the design budget.

ABLA TEAM MEMBERS

ANN BAKER
Ann Baker Landscape Architecture (ABLA) is a woman owned sole proprietor business located in Petaluma, CA.

Ann Baker, licensed and LEED accredited, will be principal in charge and project manager. She has a Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture from UC Berkeley and 20+ years experience in design and construction.  Ann is experienced in all aspects of landscape planning and design from design/build of private residences to commercial, housing, public parks and museum landscapes. Her role on the project will include leading the design and stakeholder involvement process.

Ann specializes in ecological landscape design with an emphasis on engaging local culture, ecological treatment of water, habitat restoration, and edible landscaping. She’s had the opportunity to attend workshops with John Todd of Ocean Arks International, to work with Betsy Damon in Beijing, China on the ecological restoration of area rivers, and has been practicing Permaculture influenced design since completing a design intensive in 1998.

CHRISTIE JARVIS
Working in the landscape design profession since 2010, Christie Jarvis is an accomplished landscape architect with experience managing projects through all phases of the design process from concept through construction.

She is a practicing artist, and has strong graphic communication skills as well as 5 years of experience as a project manager.

Christie brings a well-rounded and broad wealth of professional experience, from large-scale mixed use and campuses to design-build residential projects. She earned a bachelor’s degree with honors in Landscape Architecture from Cal Poly, where she spent time abroad studying landscape design in Italy. She received several scholarships in this time due to her commitment and outstanding achievements.

Christie has an innate ability to communicate and work well with others to ensure an efficient and productive work process.

Her focus and commitment is to create design’s which encompass the surrounding environment and history of the site as well as ecosystem wellness and prosperity.

III. Team Organization and Key Personnel
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PROJECT PARTNERSHIPS

PANORAMIC DESIGN GROUP
Maura Baldwin from Panoramic Design Group is a frequent sub-consultant for ABLA providing irrigation design consulting services. Maura is well-grounded in the technical knowledge and experience in designing and specifying high efficiency irrigation systems that meet the requirements of the local and state Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance. All of her designs are hydrozoned and comply with MWELO.

Maura’s approach to arboriculture recognizes the high value trees have in the landscape and the many environmental benefits they provide. The primary design intent of her practice is to integrate arboriculture and irrigation with the goal of long term survival including during periods of drought.

Maura also has many years of familiarity with and understanding of storm water low impact development design and green infrastructure elements. She has worked on many urban infill projects which incorporate C.3 storm water strategies within restrictive parameters as well as bioswales and rain gardens in residential gardens. As mentioned above, ABLA would like to partner with the Daily Acts organization to plan, structure and staff the community outreach and participation elements of the project. Daily Acts has a broad local following and is well known among members of the public. Their participation will help spread the word about the project objectives and draw more people to participate in the process.

Additional Partnerships would be developed on a project specific basis.

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Selected Project Experience
Parks and Plazas
Creekside Park, Monte Rio, CA
Lawson’s Landing, Dillon Beach CA
Riverside Park, Ukiah, CA
Observatory Park, Ukiah, CA
Bucks Landing, Marin County Parks
Niles Town Plaza, Fremont, CA
Oroville Centennial Plaza, Oroville, CA
Educational Landscapes
Firewise Demonstration Garden, Sleepy Hollow Fire Protection District Pepperwood Preserve, Santa Rosa, CA
The Wild Garden, Grace Hudson Museum, Ukiah, CA
Honey Bee Haven Garden, UC Davis, CA
Portland Waldorf School, Portland, CA
Astor Elementary Water Garden, Portland, CA
Bridger Elementary Water Garden, Portland, CA
Davinci Water Garden Concept Design, Portland, CA
Urban Planning
Belmont Bikeway, Belmont, CA
Gresham Civic Transit Oriented Development, Portland, OR Ukiah Streetscapes Improvement Plan, CA
Commerical/Housing
Bi’Du Khaale Senior Housing, Cloverdale, CA
Foundry Wharf Landscape Renovation, Petaluma, CA
Rivers Marie Winery, Calistoga, CA
Larkmead Winery, Calistoga, CA
Coho Co-Housing Project, Corvallis, OR
Russian River Health Center, Guerneville, CA
Restoration
Diamond Mt. to Upper Mark West CalFire Planning Grant
Selby Creek & Napa River Restoration, Larkmead, Calistoga, CA Riverside Park, Ukiah, CA
Spring Creek Restoration, Spottswoode Winery, St. Helena, CA Golden Gate Park Erosion Control and Natural Areas Restoration, SF Professional History
Principal, Ann Baker Landscape
Architecture, Petaluma CA 2010 -
Sr. Landscape Architect, RRM
Design Group 2006 - 2009
Principal, Ann Baker Landscape
Architecture, Portland OR 2003 -06
Consultant, Beijing Hydrological
Planning Institute, Beijing, China
2002-03
Owner, Lifewise Terrain Design
Build, Portland OR 1997 - 2002
Intern II , San Francisco DPW -
Erosion Control and Trail Repair in
Golden Gate Park 1994 - 1996
Project Manager , East Bay
Conservation Corps 1991 - 1994
Education and licensing
CA Landscape Architect #5006
Masters of Landscape Architecture,
1995, UC Berkeley
Bachelor of Arts cum laude, 1986,
Harvard University
LEED Accredited Professional, US
Green Building Council, 2009
Permaculture Design 1998
Professional Affiliations
American Society of Landscape
Architects N. Calif. Chapter
President 2010
Emerging Professionals 2010-2013
Steering Committee, Urban Water
Works, Portland, OR 2000-2004.

Commissioner, Past Chair, Climate
Action Commission, City of
Ann Baker, ASLA, LEED AP
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Professional History
Senior Associate, Ann Baker
Landscape Architecture, Petaluma
CA 2017 - Present
Project Manager, Design Focus
Landscape Architects, Ben Lomond
CA 2014-2017
Design Associate, Joni L. Janecki &
Associates, Santa Cruz, CA 2011-
2013
Intern, CMG Landscape Architects,
San Franciscio, CA 2010
Education/recognition
Cal Poly SLO, Bachelors in
Landscape Architecture, cum
laude, 2010
Morgridge Family Scolorship
recipient, 2008
Ralf V Fullwiler Scholorship
recipient, 2009
Cabrillo College Liberal Arts
Degree, 2006
Professional Affiliations
California Landscape Architect,
#6771
American Society of Landscape
Architects
Young Professional in Extreme LA
Tuscon 2011
Selected Project Experience
Multi-unit Housing
SCWA Residential Landscape Rebuild, Santa Rosa, CA
Bi’Du Khaale Senior Housing, Cloverdale, CA
The Abbey, Fremont, CA
Madison Townhomes, Campbell CA
Mission Heights, Fremont CA
Birdsong, Fremont CA
Orchard Heights, Fremont CA

COMMERCIAL/MIXED USE
Russian River Health Center, Guerneville, CA
Rivers Marie Winery, Calistoga, CA
Filice, San Jose, CA
Hamilton, Campbell CA
Educational Landscapes
Firewise Demonstration Garden, Sleepy Hollow Fire Protection District Pepperwood Preserve Visitor Center, Santa Rosa, CA
CTC Preschool, Palo Alto, CA
Schools
Academic II, CSUMB, Seaside, CA
Merrill Colledge UCSC, Santa Cruz, CA
Parks
Bucks Landing, San Rafael, CA
Lawsons Landing, Dillon Beach, CA
Christie Jarvis, Landscape Associate
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Selected Project Experience
Streets & Bike Trails
Monterey Road, Morgan Hill CA
Jepson Parkway, Vallejo CA
Whisman Road Medians, Mountain View CA
Oakland Waterfront Trail at Alameda Ave, Oakland CA
Santa Rosa Pedestrian Bicycle Overcrossing, Santa Rosa CA Ohlone Greenway, El Cerrito CA
Schools
Hamlin School, San Francisco, CA
Manzanita Child Development Center, Oakland CA
Newark Unified School District , Newark CA
San Leandro Unified School District, San Leandro CA
Multi-family Housing
MacArthur Transit Village Block D, Oakland CA
Hunters Point Block 54, San Francisco CA
Sunnyvale Blocks C & D, Sunnyvale, CA
Emmett House, Belmont CA
Altenheim Senior Housing, Oakland CA
Bi Du Khaale, Cloverdale, CA
4th Ave., Sacramento CA
Viewcrest, Oakland CA
South Van Ness, San Francisco, CA
Piedmont Ave., Oakland CA
Arboriculture surveys & reports
Kaiser Permanente, Union City, CA
Kaiser Permanente, Hayward, CA
I-580 Soundwalls, San Leandro CA
East West Connector Tree Survey Fremont CA
Agua Fria Creek, Fremont CA
PGE Visual Impact Assessment reviews, San Mateo County
Sonora Court, Sunnyvale CA
Professional History
Owner, Panoramic Design Group
Landscape Architecture, El Cerrito
CA Haygood & Associates
Landscape Architects, Albany CA
2012-2013
PGAdesigninc, Oakland CA 2006-
2012
David Thorne Landscape Architect
Oakland CA
Frederika Moller Landscape
Architecture Berkeley CA
Education and Licensing
California Landscape Architect,
#5802
Certified Arborist #WE-9612A
UCBerkeley Extension, Certificate
in Landscape Architecture 2005
Merritt College Horticulture Dept
1993-1997
Wellesley College, BA in History
1979
DBE: Disadvantated Business
Enterprise
QWEL: Qualified Water Efficient
Landscaper
Professional Affiliations
S.P.U.R.

WTS: Women in Transportation
WCISA: Western Chapter
International Society of
Arboriculture
Department of Water Resources
Maura Baldwin, Panoramic Design Group
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1. Grace Hudson Museum, The Wild Garden
Sherrie Smith-Ferri
Past Executive Director
Grace Hudson Museum
[email protected]
(707) 272-6767

2. SCWA Landscape Templates & Maintenance
Manual
Brian Lee
Water Efficiency Program, Sonoma Water
phone | (707) 547-1918
email | [email protected]
office | 404 aviation blvd, santa rosa, ca 9540

3. Riverside Park & Observatory Park, Ukiah, CA
Neil Davis
Director, Community Services
City of Ukiah
300 Seminary Ave
Ukiah, CA 95482
707-467-5764 (office)

4. Creekside Park, Monte Rio CA
Contact: Stephanie Felch and Brian Grant
Praxis Architects
P.O. Box 291, Monte Rio, CA 95462
(707) 869-9595
[email protected], brian@
praxisarchitects.com

5. Firewise Demonstration Garden
Contact: Rich Shortall
Executive Director
Sleepy Hollow Fire Protection District
[email protected]
(415) 747-9626

6. DMMW CalFire Planning Grant
Contact: Dee Swanhuyser
Board Chair
Taking Action for Living Systems
[email protected]
(707) 823-3236
IV. Client and Project Reference List
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