CITY OF SONOMA CULTURAL & FINE ARTS COMMISSION
PUBLIC ART POLICY AND PROCEDURES
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
27 d. Provides routine maintenance services for artwork, as recommended by the Commission and approved by the City Manager.
e. Provides non-routine maintenance services for a fee, which may be charged against the Public Art Fund. Services to be charged to the Fund may include but not be limited to labor, materials, and vandalism repair as recommended by the Commission and approved by the City Manager.
9.7 City Manager Assigned Staff
Under the supervision of the City Manager, and with guidance from the Commission:
a. Administers the City of Sonoma’s public art programs, including recruitment and administrative support.
b. Pre-screens artist applications and facilitates selection panel meetings. c. Coordinates public art project logistics, including design, fabrication, and installation. d. Maintains public art project files and prepares annual reports on program status. e. Manages community outreach, education, and promotion of the Public Art Program.
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CITY OF SONOMA CULTURAL & FINE ARTS COMMISSION
PUBLIC ART POLICY AND PROCEDURES
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
28 10.0 Review and Revision
This Public Art Policy and Procedures document is intended to be a dynamic framework, subject to periodic review and revision to ensure its relevance and effectiveness. The following guidelines apply to its ongoing maintenance:
a. Scheduled Reviews: The City of Sonoma's Public Art Policy will be reviewed by the Cultural and Fine Arts Commission every three (3) years, or as needed, to ensure it aligns with the City’s goals, budget, and community values, as well as to incorporate any future developments, such as a Public Art Master Plan.
b. Interim Revisions: Revisions to the Public Art Policy may be initiated outside of the scheduled review period at the request of the City Council, City Manager, or Cultural and Fine Arts Commission, should changes in public art trends, funding, or City priorities arise.
c. Public Input: Before any substantial revisions, public input will be sought through public meetings, workshops, or surveys to gather community feedback and ensure that the policy reflects local values and aspirations.
d. Approval Process: Any proposed revisions to this document will be reviewed by the Cultural and Fine Arts Commission, with final recommendations submitted to the City Council for approval.
e. Documentation of Changes: All approved changes will be documented and appended to the Public Art Policy, along with the date of the revision and a summary of the modifications made.
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CITY OF SONOMA CULTURAL & FINE ARTS COMMISSION
PUBLIC ART POLICY AND PROCEDURES
DECEMBER 18, 2024
11.0 Appendices
11.1 Appendix 1: Existing Permanent Public Artworks in the City of Sonoma
(Not limited to City ownership or responsibility)
1. Title: Untitled
Artist: Jan Hansen
Media: Tile mural
Dimensions: Not specified
Date: 2002
Commission Amount: $25,000
Commissioned by: City of Sonoma
Location: Sonoma Fire Station, Second Street West
2. Title: Star of Honor
Artist: Robert Behrens
Media: Granite, water, concrete
Dimensions: Various
Date: 2004
Commission Amount: $500,000
Commissioned by: Private donations
Location: Veterans’ Cemetery, First Street West
3. Title: Bear Flag Monument
Artist: John A. MacQuarrie
Media: Bronze
Dimensions: Sculpture: 8' x 6' x 3'; Base: 9' x 9' x 9' Date: 1914
Commission Amount: Unknown
Commissioned by: Unknown
Location: Sonoma Plaza
4. Title: General Vallejo Monument
Artist: Jim Callahan
Media: Bronze Sculpture and Bench
Dimensions: Sculpture & Bench: 4’6” x 1’6” x
Date: 2017
Commission Amount: $42,500
Commissioned by: General Vallejo Monument Committee
Location: Sonoma Plaza, North Side along Spain Street
5. Title: Bicycle Parking
Artist: Bryan Tedrick
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30 Media: Powder Coated Bronze
Dimensions: Sculpture: 5’ x 7’
Date: 2010
Commission Amount: $4,000
Commissioned by: City of Sonoma
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PUBLIC ART POLICY AND PROCEDURES
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
31 11.2 Appendix 2: Map of Public Artworks in the City
Map Legend: see Appendix 1
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City of Sonoma
Agenda Item Summary
Meeting: City Council - 17 Jun 2026
Department
Administration
Staff Contact
Cristine Alilovich, Interim City Manager
Agenda Item Title
Discussion, Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the FY 2026-27 City of Sonoma Operating and Capital Improvement Budget with the Following Resolutions:
1. A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Sonoma and the Successor Agency of the Former Sonoma Community Development Agency Adopting the FY 2026-27 City of Sonoma Operating Budget; and Approving Community Fund Programming
2. A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Sonoma Adopting the 2026-31 Five-Year Capital Improvement Program; and Authorizing Capital Project Funds Appropriated and Unspent in FY 2025-26 to be Rolled into the FY 2026-27 Budget
3. A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Sonoma Authorizing the Interim City Manager to Approve the Carryforward Operational Funds for One Time Projects Appropriated and Unspent in FY 2025-26 to be Rolled into the FY 2026-27 Budget
4. A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Sonoma Authorizing the Interim City Manager to Fund Recreation and Community Service Discretionary Funding Program for the FY 2026-27 Budget
5. A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Sonoma Approving and Creating a New Job Classification for a Recreation Coordinator (Part-Time) Position and Adopting the Job Description and Salary Range for the Position
6. A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Sonoma Establishing the Appropriations Limit for the FY 2026-27
Summary
The proposed FY 2026-27 Operating and Capital Budget was developed through a transparent and collaborative public process that included Finance Committee meetings on May 14 and May 22, 2026, a City Council Budget Study Session on May 27, 2026, and opportunities for public review and comment. During these public meetings, the Interim City Manager and staff presented the proposed budget, including projected revenues, recommended appropriations for operations and capital projects, the proposed Capital Improvement Program (CIP), authorized staffing levels, reserve projections, and long-range financial forecasts. The Finance Committee and City Council reviewed the City's financial outlook, discussed key accomplishments, priorities, opportunities, and challenges, and provided feedback that helped inform development of the recommended FY 2026-27 Operating and Capital Budget presented for adoption.
Following the May 27, 2026, Budget Study Session, staff incorporated several modifications to the proposed FY 2026-27 budget based on City Council feedback and updated information received after the workshop. These changes include expanding the scope of the Plaza Park Agenda Item #9.3:
Recreation Plan to include a transportation study component ($25,000), updating dental coverage costs based on revised information received from the California Intergovernmental Risk Authority (CIRA) ($6,234), increasing the City's contribution to assist employees with rising health insurance premiums ($100,000), and adjusting personnel costs to reflect updated payroll and health plan coverage elections, resulting in a reduction of $8,379. Collectively, these revisions increase proposed General Fund expenditures by a net $122,855 and have been incorporated into the FY 2026-27 Operating and Capital Budget presented for adoption.
These modifications reflect the City Council's policy direction, the City's continued commitment to supporting and retaining its workforce, and staff's ongoing efforts to ensure that the proposed budget accurately reflects current operational needs, updated cost information, and community priorities.
The FY 2026-27 Operating and Capital Budget serve as the City's primary financial planning and policy document. It establishes funding priorities, aligns resources with City Council goals, and provides the framework for delivering municipal services, maintaining infrastructure, supporting economic vitality, and preserving the long-term fiscal health of the organization. The proposed budget reflects the City's commitment to balancing current service needs with longterm sustainability while continuing to invest in community priorities.
The proposed FY 2026-27 budget for the City of Sonoma and the Sonoma Successor Agency totals approximately $46.3 million, including both operating and capital expenditures. General Fund revenues are projected at approximately $29.1 million, while expenditures are projected at approximately $30.2 million, reflecting the budget revisions made following the study session and resulting in a planned use of fund balance of approximately $1.1 million.
The proposed budget also reflects the positive fiscal impact of voter approval of Measure T, which provides an important source of locally controlled revenue to help maintain essential City services, support infrastructure and community investments, and strengthen the City's longterm financial stability. Measure T enhances the City's ability to respond to increasing operational costs and economic uncertainty while continuing to advance City Council priorities and community needs.
The proposed budget is aligned with the City Council's Adopted FY 2026 Goals related to Housing; Parks, Arts, Recreation and Community Services; Economic Development and Financial Stability; Sonoma Valley Regional Partnerships, Unification, Immigration and Annexations; and Climate Mitigation and Adaptation. These priorities continue to guide resource allocation, program investments, and organizational initiatives throughout the budget.
Despite the planned use of reserves, the City remains in a strong financial position due to prudent fiscal management, healthy reserve levels, voter approval of Measure T, and ongoing efforts to strengthen financial planning, operational efficiency, and fiscal sustainability. General Fund reserves are projected to remain at approximately $15.2 million at the conclusion of FY 2026-27, substantially exceeding the City's policy minimum reserve requirements and providing important protection against economic uncertainty, emergencies, natural disasters, and unforeseen expenditures while preserving flexibility to address future community priorities.
The FY 2026-27 budget development included:
• A detailed analysis of financial history for FY 2023-24, FY 2024-25, and FY 2025-26; • Projected revenues and expenditures for FY 2026-27;
• A five-year financial forecast for revenues and expenditures covering FY 2026-27 through FY 2030-31.
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The Interim City Manager's Message contained in Attachment 1 provides additional details regarding the budget development process, major accomplishments, economic conditions, expenditure trends, reserve levels, and long-term fiscal considerations.
The proposed budget reflects a year of significant organizational accomplishments and continued progress toward City Council goals. During FY 2025-26, the City advanced implementation of its Housing Element and General Plan Update, strengthened homelessness response efforts through expanded partnerships with Catholic Charities, Sonoma Family Meals, Reach for Home, and HomeFirst, and continued implementation of affordable housing policies and development regulations. These efforts support the City's long-term goals related to housing production, homelessness response, sustainability, and community development.
The City also achieved significant progress in parks, recreation, arts, and community services through the successful launch of the City's new Parks and Recreation Department, hiring of its inaugural Director, expansion of recreation programming, activation of the City's Public Art Policy, improvements to community gathering spaces, and the introduction of new programs such as a pilot summer camp and the City's first Recreation and Activities Guide.
In the area of economic development and fiscal sustainability, the City renewed the Sonoma Tourism Improvement District for an additional ten years, partnered with California State Parks to relocate the Sonoma Valley Visitors Bureau to the Toscano Hotel, strengthened financial controls and budget systems, maintained strong reserves, updated planning and development fees, and continued implementation of long-term fiscal sustainability strategies. These actions help the City to navigate economic uncertainty while maintaining essential public services and preserving organizational stability.
The City also made important investments in public safety, infrastructure, climate resilience, and community preparedness. Accomplishments included implementation of the FLOCK public safety camera system, expansion of community policing efforts, increased school safety coordination, recruitment of additional firefighters and volunteer firefighters, advancement of roadway rehabilitation projects, implementation of bicycle and pedestrian improvements, wildfire preparedness initiatives, and continued implementation of climate action strategies. The City further strengthened transparency and public engagement through completion of the district elections process, modernization of records management systems, and recognition through two CAPIO EPIC Awards for excellence in communications and community engagement.
A more detailed list of FY 25-26 will be incorporated into the Final FY 2026-27 Budget Book.
Looking ahead, the City faces several significant economic and financial challenges. Like many California communities, Sonoma continues to experience rising costs associated with public safety, pensions, insurance, utilities, labor, and contracted services. Long-term obligations, including CalPERS retirement costs and public safety contracts, continue to outpace revenue growth. At the same time, economic uncertainty persists at the national and state levels.
Revenue projections reflect slower growth in sales tax and tourism-related revenues, but with growth in property tax revenues. In addition, emergency medical services revenues are projected to decline due to changing reimbursement levels, payer mix, and collection trends.
These factors, combined with continued inflationary pressures and rising operating costs, reinforce the need for careful financial planning and ongoing fiscal discipline. The specific assumptions used to develop the FY 2026-27 proposed budget include a 5.8% increase in property tax revenues, a 0.4% increase in transient occupancy tax revenues, a 2.5% decrease in sales tax revenues and a 21.4% reduction in emergency medical services revenues.
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Sonoma's economy remains closely tied to tourism and the wine industry, both of which are experiencing significant changes due to shifting consumer preferences, inflationary pressures, and evolving market conditions. In addition, the State of California continues to face budgetary pressures that may affect future funding opportunities available to local governments. These factors create uncertainty and underscore the importance of maintaining financial flexibility and strong reserves.
The proposed budget includes a proposed FY 2026-27 Capital Improvement Program totaling $1.7 million that prioritizes investments in transportation infrastructure, water system improvements, public facilities, and other critical community assets. These investments are essential to maintaining infrastructure, protecting public safety, supporting economic vitality, and preserving quality of life for residents and visitors.
The Recreation and Community Fund Program provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and community groups that deliver programs, services, events, and projects benefiting Sonoma Valley residents. Eligible activities include recreation programs, arts and educational opportunities, community events, direct assistance programs, and community service projects. Individual awards are limited to $3,000 per organization per fiscal year.
For FY 2026-27, the City received 34 funding requests totaling $94,250. In addition to these applications, the proposed budget continues funding for several longstanding community partners, including the Sonoma Ecology Center, Boys & Girls Club Sonoma Valley, Sonoma Community Center, Vintage House, Sonoma Valley of Dreams, and Sonoma County Transit.
These organizations provide essential recreational, educational, transportation, and community services that enhance quality of life and support residents of all ages throughout Sonoma Valley.
Through the Recreation and Community Fund Program, the City continues to invest in partnerships that strengthen the social, cultural, recreational, and educational fabric of Sonoma Valley while leveraging community expertise and resources to maximize benefits for residents.
The proposed FY 2026-27 Recreation and Community Fund budget totals $346,930.91, an increase of approximately 9 percent over the prior fiscal year. Existing funding levels for core community partners are proposed to remain unchanged, reflecting the City's continued appreciation for these valued partnerships and recognition of the important role these organizations play in delivering programs and services that directly benefit the community.
While the FY 2026-27 budget includes the planned use of reserves to address the current structural gap between revenues and expenditures, it is important to recognize that the City continues to face a structural imbalance in which expenditure growth is outpacing revenue growth. Although the City remains financially stable and maintains strong reserve levels, staff will continue pursuing long-term strategies to address this challenge through fiscal discipline, operational efficiencies, revenue diversification, cost recovery initiatives, grant funding opportunities, and long-range financial planning.
The budget remains an active management tool, and staff will continue to closely monitor revenues, expenditures, economic conditions, and operational needs throughout the fiscal year and return to the City Council with budget adjustments as necessary.
Although economic uncertainty and structural budget challenges remain, the City enters FY 2026-27 from a position of financial strength supported by healthy reserves, voter approval of Measure T, and a continued commitment to responsible fiscal stewardship. The proposed budget maintains core services, advances City Council priorities, invests in critical infrastructure Agenda Item #9.3:
and community services, and preserves the flexibility necessary to respond to changing economic conditions.
The City Council's leadership and policy direction, together with the dedication, professionalism, and commitment of City employees, have positioned Sonoma to continue making meaningful progress toward the City Council’s and community goals while maintaining high-quality public services.
Through ongoing monitoring and proactive financial management, the City will continue working to preserve Sonoma's unique character, strengthen its financial foundation and ensure Sonoma remains a resilient and vibrant community for generations to come.
Recommended Council Action
It is recommended by the Interim City Manager that the City Council approve the resolutions.
Alternative Actions
Council Discretion
Financial Impact
Fiscal Year 2026-27 City of Sonoma Operating Budget, Community Fund Programming, and Capital Improvement Program.
Environmental Review Status
Environmental Impact Report
Negative Declaration
Exempt
Not Applicable
Approved/Certified
No Action Required
Action Requested
Attachments
Interim City Manager Message
Resolution 1 - Budget Adoption
Resolution 2 - CIP Budget Adoption
Resolution 3 - Operational Budget Carryforward
Resolution 4 - Community Service & Recreation Discretionary Funding Program Resolution 5 - Recreation Coordinator New Classification Resolution 6 - Appropriation Limit for FY2026-27
Agenda Item #9.3:
CITY MANAGER MESSAGE
FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027 OPERATING & CAPITAL BUDGET
June 17, 2026
To Mayor Ron Wellander and Members of the City Council:
On behalf of the City staff, I am pleased to present to you the Proposed Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-27 Operating and Capital Budget for the City of Sonoma. This budget serves as the City's primary financial planning and policy document and establishes the framework for delivering essential municipal services, investing in community priorities, and maintaining long-term fiscal sustainability. It reflects the City's commitment to preserving Sonoma's unique character while ensuring the continued delivery of high-quality services to residents, businesses, and visitors.
This budget message provides an overview of the City's major accomplishments in FY 2025-26, the FY 2026-27 proposed budget, current economic conditions, expenditure trends and cost drivers, and general fund reserves. The comprehensive proposed budget document provides additional details regarding the departments, programs, services, capital projects, and financial resources that support the City Council's priorities and the Sonoma community.
The combined Operating and Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Budget for the City of Sonoma and the Sonoma Successor Agency for Fiscal Year 2026-27 totals $46.3 million, representing an increase of $1.6 million (3.6%) over the Fiscal Year 2025-26 total budget of $44.7 million.
The FY 2026-27 proposed budget reflects a year of significant progress and strategic investment as the City of Sonoma advances City Council priorities, strengthens fiscal sustainability, and continues to invest in housing, public safety, infrastructure, and community services. While economic uncertainty persists at the national and state levels, the City remains well positioned due to strong reserve levels, disciplined financial management, voter approval of Measure T, and continued investments in organizational capacity and community partnerships. The proposed budget maintains core services, advances Council priorities, and preserves flexibility to respond to future economic conditions.
This FY 2026-27 proposed budget was developed to support the City Council's 2026 Adopted Goals:
Housing
Parks, Arts, Recreation and Community Services
Economic Development and Financial Stability
Sonoma Valley Regional Partnerships, Unification, Immigration and Annexations Climate Mitigation and Adaptation
FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026 MAJOR ORGANIZATIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS The City made significant progress toward advancing City Council’s FY 2025-26 goals. Highlights of the last fiscal year's accomplishments include:
Housing & Homelessness
Advanced implementation of the Housing Element and continued work on the General Plan Update, helping establish a long-term framework for housing, transportation, sustainability, and economic development. Strengthened Sonoma's homelessness response system through new partnerships with Catholic Charities, Sonoma Family Meals, Reach for Home, and HomeFirst, creating a more coordinated and sustainable model focused on housing outcomes and supportive services.
ConƟnued progress on the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance and completed other development regulaƟons to support affordable housing producƟon and implementaƟon of Council housing prioriƟes.
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Parks, Arts, Recreation & Community Services
Successfully launched the City's new Parks & Recreation Department and hired its inaugural Director, creating dedicated leadership for parks, recreation, community programming, and stewardship of public spaces. Activated the City's Public Art Policy through new public art programs and partnerships that expanded arts and cultural opportunities throughout the community.
Enhanced community gathering spaces and recreation opportunities through improvements at Field of Dreams and expanded community programming through events such as the Tuesday Night Market and other community partnerships.
Expanded recreation and community programming through new City-led initiatives, including a pilot summer camp program and the publication of the City's first Recreation & Activities Guide, increasing access to recreation opportunities and information for residents of all ages.
Economic Development & Fiscal Sustainability
Renewed the Sonoma Tourism Improvement District for an additional ten years and partnered with California State Parks to relocate the Sonoma Valley Visitors Bureau to the Toscano Hotel, strengthening visitor services and supporting the local economy.
Strengthened the City's long-term fiscal position through implementation of enhanced financial controls, modernization of budget systems, and adoption of updated fiscal policies. Maintained strong reserves and a diversified investment portfolio while continuing efforts to strengthen the City's long-term fiscal sustainability.
Advanced cost recovery and fiscal sustainability efforts through updates to planning and development fees and preparation of revisions to the City's Master Fee Schedule.
Public Safety, Infrastructure & Resilience
Enhanced public safety through implementation of the FLOCK Safety camera system, expansion of community policing efforts, increased school safety coordination, and recruitment of additional firefighters and volunteer firefighters.
Strengthened wildfire preparedness and community resilience, earning designation on the State's Fire Risk Reduction Community List and expanding community education and emergency preparedness programs. Completed key roadway rehabilitation projects and advanced the Go Sonoma Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvements Program to improve safety, mobility, and neighborhood connectivity. Advanced climate action and sustainability initiatives through implementation of Climate Action Strategies and planning for future electric vehicle and fleet infrastructure.
Good Governance & Community Engagement
Completed a transparent public districting process, establishing five City Council districts and positioning the City for its first district-based election in November 2026.
Modernized public access and government transparency through implementation of new records management and public records systems.
Earned two CAPIO EPIC Awards recognizing excellence in public communication and community engagement.
FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 BUDGET OVERVIEW
Like many California cities, Sonoma faces increasing costs in areas such as public safety, pensions, insurance, utilities, and general operations. Inflationary pressures continue to impact labor, materials, equipment, and contracted services, while long-term obligations such as CalPERS retirement costs and public safety contracts continue to outpace general revenue growth. These cost pressures require ongoing fiscal discipline and thoughtful planning to maintain service levels while preserving the City's long-term financial sustainability.
The FY 2026-27 General Fund Budget includes approximately $29.1 million in revenues and $30.2 million in expenditures, resulƟng in a projected $1.1 million operaƟng deficit. See Chart 1 below for detailed figures.
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Chart 1 – General Fund Summary
Comparison of FY 2026-27 Proposed General Fund Budget & FY 2025-26 Amended and Original General Fund Budgets The following analysis compares the FY 2026-27 proposed budget to the FY 2025-26 amended budget, which represents the City's most current revenue and expenditure estimates. Relative to the amended budget, the proposed FY 2026-27 General Fund budget reflects an increase of $218,422 (0.7%) in expenditures and a decrease of $478,224 (1.6%) in revenues.
However, when comparing the FY 2026-27 proposed budget to the originally adopted FY 2025-26 budget the results differ. Relative to the adopted FY 2025-26 budget, the proposed FY 2026-27 budget reflects an increase of $1,569,574 (5.4%) in expenditures and an increase of $231,776 (0.8%) in revenues, illustrating the continued structural gap between expenditure growth and revenue growth.
The differences between these comparisons reflect budget adjustments made throughout FY 2025-26, including supplemental appropriations and updated revenue projections. As a result, the amended budget comparison provides a measure of year-over-year change from current spending levels, while the adopted budget comparison illustrates longer-term growth in revenues and expenditures since the budget was originally approved.
The City will update the General Fund forecast mid-year to reflect changing condiƟons and will conƟnue to monitor and manage costs carefully. Staff will also conƟnue exploring strategies to address rising operaƟonal expenses and idenƟfy new revenue opportuniƟes.
ECONOMIC OUTLOOK
NaƟonal economic forecasts conƟnue to project moderate growth; however, inflaƟon remains elevated compared to historical averages and interest rates conƟnue to influence consumer spending and investment decisions. Consumer confidence, tourism paƩerns, and retail spending remain difficult to forecast and create ongoing uncertainty for local governments.
California's fiscal outlook remains challenging as Governor Newsom's May Revision addresses ongoing budget deficits through a combination of spending reductions, funding delays, internal borrowing, and reserve use. While maintaining investments in climate resilience, wildfire prevention, infrastructure, and technology, the State continues to face economic uncertainty and revenue pressures.
For local governments, the State's fiscal condition reinforces the importance of conservative budgeting, maintaining adequate reserves, and proactively planning for long-term financial sustainability. Sonoma faces additional economic headwinds due to its reliance on tourism and the wine industry, both of which are experiencing significant change.
Shifting consumer preferences, declining wine consumption, rising operating costs, and climate-related impacts are creating uncertainty for an industry that has long served as a cornerstone of the local economy. Over time, these trends could affect visitor activity, sales tax revenues, transient occupancy tax collections, and business vitality. Combined with uncertainty surrounding future state and federal funding, these challenges underscore the need for thoughtful fiscal stewardship and strategic investments that strengthen Sonoma's resilience and economic competitiveness.
General Fund Summary Amount
Revenues $29,064,866
Expenditures $30,195,559
Deficit ($1,130,693)
Proposed Use of Available
Fund Balance/Reserves $1,130,693
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GENERAL FUND OVERVIEW
The General Fund is the City's primary operating fund, providing financial support for core municipal services and day-today operations.
General Fund Revenue & Expenditures
The City's four largest revenue sources remain sales tax, transient occupancy tax, property tax, and Emergency Medical Services (EMS). See Chart 2 for more detail below.
Chart 2 – FY 2026-27 General Fund Revenue Source
s
Chart 3 – Top Revenue Streams – Projected Increases/Decreases & Key Factors Revenue Source FY 2026-27
Projection Budget Assumption / Key Factors
Sales Tax -2.5%
Reflects slower consumer spending, economic uncertainty, inflationary pressures, and reduced discretionary spending by residents and visitors. The forecast also recognizes challenges facing Sonoma's tourism and wine-related economy.
Transient
Occupancy Tax
(TOT)
+0.4%
Assumes relatively flat lodging activity as the tourism market stabilizes following strong post-pandemic growth. Visitors remain increasingly price-sensitive, resulting in modest projected growth.
Property Tax +5.8% Driven by Proposition 13 annual inflation adjustments, property transfers, and new development.
Emergency Medical
Services Revenue
(EMS)
-21.4%
Reflects a conservative forecast based on changing reimbursement levels influenced by recent State legislation, payer mix, and collection timing. EMS revenues can fluctuate significantly from year to year due to factors outside the City's direct control.
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General Fund Expenditures
The City's largest expense categories are listed in the table below. Staffing costs, inclusive of the Fire & Sheriff services contracts, continue to be the largest portion of the City’s expenses. See Chart 4 for more detail below.
Chart 4 – FY 2026-27 Major General Fund Expenditures
EXPENDITURE TRENDS AND COST DRIVERS
The FY 2026-27 proposed budget includes several notable expenditure changes related to staffing, pension obligaƟons, public safety contracts, operaƟng expenses, and capital asset replacement. The following secƟon highlights the primary factors contribuƟng to expenditure growth in the proposed budget.
Staffing and OperaƟng Costs
As a service-based organizaƟon, most of the City’s expenses go toward staffing—either through City employees or service contracts like police and fire. The staffing budget is 3% higher than last year, mainly due to:
Agreed-upon salary and wage increases based on existing collective bargaining agreements. Increase in one-time payments to staff to mitigate the sharp increase in healthcare premiums this year.
Pension Costs and LiabiliƟes
While Police and Fire PERS UAL costs decreased by 1% and 2%, respecƟvely, PERS UAL costs for all other General Fund departments increased by 11.2% ($73,976).
Contract Services
Professional service contracts are down 7% ($190,864), mostly due to planned one-time contract reductions from the prior year.
While the Sheriff’s contract decreased by –1% due to lower overhead costs, the Fire District contract is expected to increase by at least 6% or $398,383 due to current labor negotiations.
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OperaƟng Costs and Capital Transfers
Operating expenses including supplies, software, utilities, and property/liability insurance are rising 10% ($337,551) due to inflation and service needs.
Transfers from the General Fund to the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) are decreasing by $100,000 or 44%; however, interservice fund transfers are increasing 12% ($148,272) to reflect increasing costs for vehicle purchases and building repairs.
Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
Infrastructure, including roads, storm drains, parks, and buildings, is essential.to the community’s daily quality of life and safety. Maintaining it is expensive and deferring repairs only raises future costs. In the past, Sonoma relied on redevelopment funds for infrastructure, but the end of redevelopment has left a major funding gap. The CIP helps the City plan for long-term investments. See Chart 5 below for a high-level summary of the FY 2026-27 proposed CIP budget.
Chart 5 – FY 2026-27 Capital Improvement Program
CIP CATEGORY General
Fund
Other
Funds
Total
TRANSPORTATION: Keeping Sonoma Moving Safely $75,000 $698,000 $773,000 CREEKS & DRAINAGE: Reducing Flooding & Protecting Water Quality
$0 $0 $0
WATER: Providing High Quality, Dependable Water $0 $500,000 $500,000 BUILDINGS & FACILITIES: Maintaining Critical Assets $0 $150,000 $150,000 PARKS: Making Life Better $50,000 $257,650 $307,650
TOTAL $125,00 $1,605,65 $1,730,65
GENERAL FUND RESERVES
Reserve levels are governed by the City’s Financial Reserve Policy, which sets a minimum reserve requirement of $1.5 million plus at least two months of operaƟng expenses, approximately 17% of the annual General Fund operaƟng budget, as recommended by the Government Finance Officers AssociaƟon (GFOA). For FY 2026-27, this translates to a reserve floor of $6.6 million. These reserves are intended to cushion the impact of economic downturns and provide Ɵme to adjust operaƟons as needed. Funds in excess of this minimum may be used for one-Ɵme iniƟaƟves and to restore reserves to target levels following economic disrupƟons.
To ensure long-term fiscal resilience, the City has intenƟonally strengthened its General Fund reserves over the years.
However, the City has needed to draw down on these reserves over the last fiscal year and this fiscal year to balance the budget. The proposed budget results in $15.2 million in remaining reserves, down from $16.3 million last fiscal year. See Chart 6 below.
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Chart 6 – General Fund Reserves
FISCAL SUSTAINABILITY
Maintaining the City's long-term fiscal health remains a top organizational priority. The City continues to maintain a strong reserve position. General Fund reserves are projected to total approximately $15.2 million at the conclusion of FY 2026-27. These reserves provide protection against economic volatility, natural disasters, emergencies, and unforeseen expenditures while preserving flexibility to address future community priorities.
While the City remains financially stable with healthy reserve levels, the budget reflects a structural imbalance between ongoing revenues and expenditures. The budget proposal includes the utilization of available reserves to bridge this gap in the short term while continuing efforts to control costs, increase operational efficiencies, and identify sustainable revenue solutions. The planned use of fund balance allows the City to maintain service levels and advance Council priorities while staff continues to develop long-term strategies to address the structural gap and preserve fiscal sustainability.
Staff will continue to pursue fiscal sustainability initiatives including, but not limited to long-range financial forecasting, grant funding, revenue diversification strategies, and expenditure controls.
Conclusion and Acknowledgement
While challenges remain, Sonoma is well-posiƟoned to build on the progress achieved over the past year. By conƟnuing to invest in housing, public safety, infrastructure, economic vitality, and community services, we can preserve what makes Sonoma special while ensuring the City remains resilient, financially sustainable, and prepared for the future.
While this budget focuses on City services and prioriƟes, many of the issues facing our community extend beyond City boundaries. The City remains commiƩed to partnering with organizaƟons and agencies throughout Sonoma Valley to advance shared goals and strengthen the region as a whole.
I would like to thank the City Council for its leadership and thoughƞul policy direcƟon, as well as the City's employees whose professionalism, dedicaƟon, and commitment to public service make these accomplishments possible. Despite ongoing economic uncertainty and increasing service demands, City staff conƟnue to deliver high-quality services while advancing important community prioriƟes.
Agenda Item #9.3:
Sonoma is a unique and vibrant community. It is a privilege to work alongside our residents, businesses, community partners, employees, and elected officials. We will conƟnue building a resilient, sustainable, and thriving community for generaƟons to come.
Respecƞully submiƩed,
CrisƟne Alilovich
Interim City Manager
Agenda Item #9.3:
City of Sonoma
RESOLUTION # _____-2026
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SONOMA AND THE
SUCCESSOR AGENCY OF THE FORMER SONOMA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AGENCY ADOPTING THE FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 CITY OF SONOMA OPERATING BUDGET; AND APPROVING COMMUNITY FUND PROGRAMMING
WHEREAS, the Interim City Manager presented on May 27, 2026, to City Council, the proposed budget for fiscal year FY 2026-27, including estimated revenues and recommended appropriations for operations and capital; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Sonoma has held duly noticed special meetings to review, and provide opportunity for and receive public comments, regarding the proposed FY 2026-27 budget, including appropriations for authorized positions by department; and WHEREAS, the Interim City Manager’s Budget Message provides an executive summary of the proposed budget.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Sonoma hereby:
1. Approves the total Operating Budget of $46,318,864 submitted by the Interim City Manager as set forth in Exhibits A through E, which are attached hereto and by this reference made a part hereof is hereby adopted as the total operating budget of the City of Sonoma for FY 2026-27.
2. Allocates an amount equal to one-quarter of one percent of the budgeted general fund expenditures, not to exceed $25,000, to the Public Art Fund for FY 2026-27 in compliance with Ordinance No. 04-2009; provided that the City Council maintains discretion to waive or reduce this annual allocation if the City’s financial situation does not allow for the funding to be set aside, which the Council may do by budget adjustment via resolution under the terms of Ordinance No. 04-2009.
3. Finds that the proposed budget provides funding for the City’s non-profit recreation partners in the Community Activities budget.
PASSED, RESOLVED, AND ADOPTED, at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Sonoma, held on this 17th day of June 2026, by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
______________________________
Ron Wellander, Mayor
ATTEST:
________________________________
Rebekah Barr, MMC, City Clerk
Agenda Item #9.3:
Attachment A
Expenditure Category
FY 2025-26
Budget Expenditure Category
FY 2025-26
Budget
GENERAL FUND: SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS:
City Council (41001) $ 150,653 Public, Educational & Govt PEG (202) $ 40,000 City Clerk (41002) $ 553,938 C.O.P.S. Grant (217) $ 130,000 City Manager (41003) $ 1,262,003 Abandon Vehicle (240) $ 16,000 Finance (41004) $ 1,152,857 Gas Tax (302) $ 431,760
Legal Services (41005) $ 300,000 SB-1 Road Maintenance (303) $ 250,000 Police (42101) $ 7,981,117 Fire Services Measure H (312) $ 708,000 Fire/EMS (42201) $ 8,541,005 Transportation Measure M (313) $ 58,000 Public Works Admin (43020) $ 680,992 Parks-in-Lieu/Quimby Act (314) $ 121,200 Public Works Streets (43022) $ 1,622,750 Parks Measure M (315) $ 136,450 Parks and Recreation (43023) $ 1,910,835 Intergovernmental Transfer IGT (796) $ 1,283,616 Planning (43030) $ 1,297,090 EMS Equipment Replacement (521) $ - Building (43040) $ 1,271,377 Grants Restricted (630) $ - Community Activities (43101) $ 1,510,617 Public Art (703) $ 35,000 Successor Agency (43199) $ 153,169 Pool Scholarship (715) $ 25,000 Non-Departmental (43200) $ 796,600 Intergovernmental Transfer IGT (796) $ - Emergency Preparedness and Response (43201) $ 131,674 SVFRA (798) $ - Public Information and Engagement (43203) $ 226,805 Cemetery Endowment (504) $ - Subtotal General Fund $ 29,543,482 INTERNAL SERVICE FUNDS:
General Fund Transfer Out (43999) $ 652,077 Management Information Systems (601) $ 598,871 Total General Fund $ 30,195,559 Vehicle Replacement (603) $ 360,350 CAPITAL PROJECTS: Long Term Building Maintenance (610) $ 275,000 Streets/Transp/Drainage Capital Projs (301) $ 75,000 DEBT SERVICE FUNDS:
Parks & Facilities Capital Projects (304) $ 50,000 CREBS (495) $ - Water Utility - Capital Projects (512) $ 500,000 POB (498) $ - ENTERPRISE FUNDS: AGENCY FUNDS:
Cemetery (501) $ 625,927 Successor Agency RPPTF-ROPS (391) $ 2,598,772
OPERATING, CAPITAL PROJECTS,
ENTERPRISE, SPECIAL REVENUE, INTERNAL SERVICE, DEBT SERVICE AND AGENCY FUNDS FY 2026-27 ALL FUNDS EXPENSE
Agenda Item #9.3:
Attachment B: FY26-27 General Fund Budget Three Year History Description FY2023-24 Actuals FY2024-25 Actuals
FY2025-26 Adopted
Budget
FY2025-26
Amended Budget
FY2026-27
Proposed Budget
$ Change FY26-27
Proposed Budget to
FY25-26 Amended
Budget
% Change FY26-27
Proposed Budget to
FY25-26 Amended
Budget
Property Tax $5,527,037 $5,882,189 $5,855,180 $5,855,181 $6,357,397 $502,216 9% Sales and Use Taxes $3,754,326 $3,651,472 $3,740,497 $3,740,497 $3,757,535 $17,038 0% Measure V Sales Tax $2,661,440 $2,112,682 $2,631,500 $2,631,500 $0 ($2,631,500) -100% Sales Tax - Public Safety $167,925 $165,193 $165,103 $165,103 $165,703 $600 0% Sales Tax - County $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 0%
Fees $1,225,538 $1,078,279 $763,380 $763,380 $780,430 $17,050 2% Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) $5,888,612 $6,269,124 $5,980,000 $5,980,000 $6,537,000 $557,000 9% Franchise Fee $646,572 $787,509 $675,240 $675,240 $675,240 $0 0% Business License Tax $467,754 $498,450 $501,967 $501,967 $650,000 $148,033 29% Real Property Transfer Tax $148,537 $111,658 $167,301 $167,301 $146,557 ($20,744) -12% License & Permits $308,429 $279,679 $293,217 $293,217 $287,600 ($5,617) -2% Measure T $0 $1,259,158 $2,631,500 $2,631,500 $5,015,000 $2,383,500 91% Fines and Forfeitures $60,741 $41,128 $59,000 $59,000 $43,500 ($15,500) -26% Interest & Rents $154,150 $198,747 $144,074 $144,074 $151,163 $7,089 5% Grants $140,453 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 0%
State Grants $0 $10,934 $69,000 $69,000 $69,000 $0 0%
Federal Grants $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 0%
Charges For Services $415,403 $417,600 $407,850 $407,850 $448,367 $40,517 10% EMS $2,852,545 $3,837,090 $3,500,000 $3,500,000 $2,750,000 ($750,000) -21% Miscellaneous $61,975 $26,716 $8,000 $8,000 $8,000 $0 0% Transfers $790,103 $770,103 $828,280 $828,280 $855,363 $27,083 3% Transfer from Reserves $0 $0 $0 $710,000 $0 ($710,000) -100% Other Revenues $76,744 $157,495 $37,000 $37,000 $47,000 $10,000 27% Interest Revenue $391,041 $397,124 $375,000 $375,000 $320,012 ($54,988) -15% Proceeds from Issuance of Debt $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 0%
Total Revenue $25,739,325 $27,952,330 $28,833,089 $29,543,090 $29,064,867 ($478,223) -2% Salary & Wages $3,386,956 $3,667,895 $4,483,288 $4,483,288 $4,616,722 $133,434 3% Employee Benefits $886,426 $1,141,730 $1,545,099 $1,498,065 $1,558,059 $59,994 4% PERS UAL $1,286,825 $1,874,317 $2,042,530 $2,042,531 $2,096,639 $54,108 3% Professional Services $1,969,137 $2,002,553 $1,807,646 $2,577,368 $2,386,504 ($190,864) -7% Homeless Services $0 $0 $0 $275,000 $275,000 $0 0%
Sheriff Contract $5,337,084 $5,922,375 $6,575,565 $6,575,565 $6,537,181 ($38,384) -1% SVFD Contract $6,773,055 $6,516,433 $6,735,536 $6,735,536 $7,133,919 $398,383 6% Agenda Item #9.3: Page 424 of 454 Attachment B
Cost Recovery $373,428 $372,705 $275,000 $275,000 $275,000 $0 0% EMS Billing Contract $108,684 $126,095 $135,000 $135,000 $125,000 ($10,000) -7% Property Services $1,116,463 $1,160,718 $1,258,388 $1,223,255 $1,328,994 $105,739 9% Operations $1,275,297 $1,717,007 $1,538,356 $1,314,952 $1,534,952 $220,000 17% Supplies $365,804 $351,175 $346,625 $346,625 $357,922 $11,297 3% Software & Equipment $13,611 $59,683 $7,434 $7,434 $17,949 $10,515 141% Internal Service & Capital Project $951,986 $1,059,021 $1,151,371 $1,253,371 $1,299,642 $46,271 4% Transfers $763,027 $1,107,012 $710,000 $1,220,000 $652,077 ($567,923) -47% Transfer to County $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 0%
Debt Service $13,886 $13,886 $13,886 $13,886 $0 ($13,886) -100% Total Expense $24,621,669 $27,092,605 $28,625,724 $29,976,876 $30,195,559 $218,683 1% Surplus/(Deficit) $1,117,656 $859,725 $207,365 ($433,786) ($1,130,692) Agenda Item #9.3:
Attachment C: FY26-27 Citywide Budget Three Year History Fund ID - Fund Description FY2023-24 Actuals FY2024-25 Actuals FY2025-26 Adopted
Budget
FY2025-26
Amended Budget
FY2026-27
Proposed Budget
$ Change FY26-27
Proposed Budget to
FY25-26 Amended
Budget
$ Change FY26-27
Proposed Budget to
FY25-26 Amended
Budget
100 - General Fund $24,621,668 $27,092,606 $28,625,724 $29,976,876 $30,195,559 $218,683 1% 301 - City - Capital Improvement Program (CIP) $3,017,173 $490,015 $200,000 $300,000 $75,000 ($225,000) -75% 304 - Parks and Facilities Capital Improvement Program (CIP) $291,794 $166,061 $215,000 $699,250 $50,000 ($649,250) -93% 512 - Water Capital Improvement Program (CIP) $1,505,080 $2,309,542 $655,000 $655,000 $500,000 ($155,000) -24% 501 - Cemeteries $315,506 $501,035 $791,396 $791,396 $625,927 ($165,469) -21% 510 - Water Utility $5,293,159 $6,097,115 $7,356,586 $7,375,412 $7,804,359 $428,947 6% 202 - Public, Educational & Government (PEG) $47,528 $49,997 $0 $0 $40,000 $40,000 0% 217 - Supplemental Law Enforcement Serv Fund (SLESF) Grant $100,000 $100,000 $120,000 $120,000 $130,000 $10,000 8% 240 - Abandon Vehicle $16,160 $15,746 $15,000 $15,000 $16,000 $1,000 7% 302 - Gas Tax $448,468 $111,158 $314,544 $414,545 $431,760 $17,215 4% 303 - Road Maintenance SB1 $352 $334,557 $100,000 $204,200 $250,000 $45,800 22% 312 - Measure H Fire Services $0 $544,301 $708,000 $708,000 $708,000 $0 0% 313 - Measure M Funds $131,075 $0 $0 $200,000 $58,000 ($142,000) -71% 314 - Parks-in-Lieu Fees/Quimby Act $0 $51,083 $225,000 $225,000 $121,200 ($103,800) -46% 315 - Parks Measure M Funds $17,589 $27,881 $84,999 $84,999 $136,450 $51,451 61% 316 - Parks Proposition 68 Funds $181,541 $2,500 $0 $0 $0 $0 0% 504 - Cemetery Endowment $50,000 $50,000 $47,000 $47,000 $0 ($47,000) -100% 630 - Grants Restricted $1,253,719 $1,568,339 $0 $0 $0 $0 0% 703 - Public Art $0 $0 $35,000 $35,000 $35,000 $0 0%
715 - Pool Scholarship $25,000 $25,000 $25,000 $25,000 $25,000 $0 0% 731 - Senior Housing - Sonoma Creek $0 $40,410 $0 $25,454 $0 ($25,454) -100% 732 - Housing Trust Fund $0 $0 $0 $250,000 $0 ($250,000) -100% 796 - IGT Fire $266,683 $508,388 $1,318,785 $1,585,968 $1,283,616 ($302,352) -19% 798 - SVFRA Contract $5,370 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 0%
601 - Management Information Service (MIS) $398,048 $469,129 $593,738 $638,288 $598,871 ($39,417) -6% 603 - Vehicle Replacement $340,613 $743,694 $390,695 $693,548 $360,350 ($333,198) -48% 610 - Long-term Building Maintenance $56,934 $16,850 $266,000 $416,220 $275,000 ($141,220) -34% 391 - Successor Agency $1,001,272 $2,553,727 $2,599,306 $2,599,306 $2,598,772 ($534) 0% Total Operating and Capital Projects $39,384,732 $43,869,134 $44,686,773 $48,085,462 $46,318,864 ($1,766,598) -4% General Fund
Capital Projects Funds
Enterprise Funds
Special Revenue Funds
Internal Service Funds
Agency Fund
Agenda Item #9.3:
CIP # Project Name General Fund 301-
50000 Gen.
General Fund
Designated 304-
50000 Gen
LTBM 61001
Gas Tax 302-
51001
RMRA: SB1 303-
50000
Trans. Measure
M 313-54000
Quimby Act
314-50000
Proposition
68 316-54000
Parks Measure
M 315-54000
Water Fund 512-
62001 PROJECT TOTAL
BF-2 Public Works Safety & Facility Security at Corporation Yard $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - BF-4 City Hall Emergency Power, EV Chargers and Palm Tree Lighting $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - BF-6 Carnegie Building Repairs and Maintenance Upgrades Project $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - BF-10 Carnegie Building Office Repairs $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $0.00 BF-11 Security Upgrades at City Hall, Carnegie, and Corp Yard $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $0.00 BF-13 Facilities Improvements Project $ 150,000.00 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 150,000.00 $ - $ - $ 150,000.00 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 150,000.00 CD-1 Storm Water Trash Reduction Systems $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - CD-3 Broadway & Leveroni Road Flood Reduction & Trash Capture Project $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - CD-7 Storm Drain System Condition Rating $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
P-3 Montini Preserve Fire Enhancment $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $40,250.00 $ - $ 40,250.00 P-8 Olsen Park Improvement Project $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 96,200.00 $ - $96,200.00 $ - $ 192,400.00 P-9 Depot Park Enhancements Project $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - P-10 Plaza Park Enhancements Project $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - P-12 Sonoma Oaks Enhancements Project $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - P-13 Fifth St West Park $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $25,000.00 $ - $ - $ - $ 25,000.00 P-14 Sonoma Overlook Trail HCF Grant Project $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - P-16 Plaza Bollards Project $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - P-17 Plaza Irrigation Rehab Project $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $0.00 P-20 Valley Cemetery Expansion Project *New* $50,000.00 $ - $ 50,000.00 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 121,200.00 $ - $ 136,450.00 $ - $ 307,650.00 T-3 Bi-Annual Slurry Seal Projects $0.00 $ - $ - $ - $ 250,000.00 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 250,000.00 T-4 Citywide Sidewalk Inspection & Repair Program $75,000.00 $ - $ - $0.00 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 75,000.00 T-5 Ongoing Pavement Rehabilitation & Water Services Replacement Projects $ - $ - $ - $ 150,000.00 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 150,000.00 T-6 Citywide Roadway Safety Improvement Projects (GoSonoma) $ - $ - $ 75,000.00 $ - $133,000.00 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 208,000.00 T-7 Broadway (SR 12) Streetscape Enhancement $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - T-12 Streetlight Replacement Project *New* $0.00 $75,000.00 T-13 Sidewalk Gap Project *New* $15,000.00
$ 75,000.00 $ - $ - $ 315,000.00 $ 250,000.00 $ 133,000.00 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 773,000.00 W-2 Water System Condition Data - Phase 2 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - W-4 Replacement of Water Services with Pavement Rehab Projects $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - W-5 Condition Assessment of Aging Water Distribution Pipes $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $150,000.00 $ 150,000.00 W-19 Well One Phase Two $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - W-14 Norrbom Tank Coating Renewal $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $350,000.00 $ 350,000.00 W-20 Pump Station Roof Replacement $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $0.00 $0.00 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 500,000.00 $ 500,000.00 FUND TOTAL $ 75,000.00 $ 50,000.00 $ 150,000.00 $ 315,000.00 $ 250,000.00 $ 133,000.00 $ 121,200.00 $ - $ 136,450.00 $ 500,000.00 $ 1,730,650.00 Breakdown of Projected Funding by Project and Source for Fiscal Year 2026/27 Capital Improvement Program - Updated 5/2026 TRANSPORTATION: Keeping Sonoma Moving Safely
SUBTOTAL
CREEKS & DRAINAGE: Reducing Flooding & Protecting Water Quality
SUBTOTAL
WATER: Providing High Quality, Dependable Water
SUBTOTAL
PARKS: Making Life Better
SUBTOTAL
BUILDINGS & FACILITIES: Maintaining Critical Assets
SUBTOTAL
Attachment D
$50,000.00
$75,000.00
$15,000.00
Agenda Item #9.3:
Attachment E
Adopted Budget Adopted Budget Proposed Budget Annual Annual Authorized Authorized Authorized Step A Step E
Personnel Personnel Personnel (1 FTE) (1 FTE)
FY 2024-25 FY 2025-26 FY 2026-27
City Manager's Office/Administrative Services
City Manager 1.0 1.0 1.0 contract $ 280,925
Finance Director 1.0 1.0 1.0 $ 161,950 $ 196,851
Assistant to the City Manager 1.0 1.0 1.0 $ 123,996 $ 150,718 City Clerk 1.0 1.0 1.0 $ 123,996 $ 150,718
Human Resources Manager 1.0 1.0 1.0 $ 123,996 $ 150,718 Senior Manangement Analyst - PIO 1.0 1.0 1.0 $ 118,091 $ 143,540 Accountant 1.0 1.0 0.0 $ 98,514 $ 119,745
Accounting Manager 0.0 0.0 1.0 $ 116,353 $ 141,428
Deputy City Clerk 1.0 1.0 1.0 $ 86,326 $ 104,930
Accounting Technician I/II 2.0 2.0 2.0 $ 78,242 $ 104,614 Administrative Assistant 1.0 1.0 1.0 $ 71,576 $ 87,001
11.0 11.0 11.0
Community Development (Planning and Building Depts)
Community Development Director 1.0 1.0 1.0 $ 185,217 $ 225,133 Chief Building Official 1.0 1.0 1.0 $ 132,801 $ 161,420 Senior Planner 1.0 1.0 1.0 $ 112,723 $ 137,016
Associate Planner 1.0 1.0 1.0 $ 109,413 $ 132,992
Plans Examiner 1.0 1.0 1.0 $ 107,735 $ 130,953
Building Inspector I/II 1.0 1.0 1.0 $ 90,887 $ 121,476
Senior Management Analyst 0.0 0.0 1.0 $ 118,091 $ 143,540 Development Svs Supervisor 1.0 1.0 0.0 $ 82,319 $ 100,060 Permit Technician I/II 2.0 2.0 2.0 $ 64,419 $ 91,099
PT Sustainability Coordinator 0.5 0.5 0.5 $ 92,592 $ 112,546
9.5 9.5 9.5
Police and Fire (excludes contract services staff)
Administrative Assistant (Police) 1.0 1.0 1.0 $ 71,576 $ 87,001
1.0 1.0 1.0
Public Works
Public Works Director/City Engineer 1.0 1.0 1.0 $ 185,217 $ 225,133 Public Works Operations Manager 1.0 1.0 1.0 $ 126,355 $ 153,585 Senior Management Analyst 0.0 0.0 1.0 $ 118,091 $ 143,540 Public Works Administrative & Project Manager 1.0 1.0 0.0 $ 107,355 $ 130,490 Environmental Compliance Analyst 1.0 1.0 1.0 $ 92,657 $ 112,626 Engineering Technician I/II 1.0 1.0 1.0 $ 78,486 $ 110,051 Administrative Assistant 1.0 1.0 1.0 $ 71,576 $ 87,001
Water Supervisor 1.0 1.0 1.0 $ 98,467 $ 119,687
Senior Maintenance Worker - Water 1.0 1.0 1.0 $ 78,486 $ 95,400 Maintenance Worker I - Water 2.0 2.0 2.0 $ 64,864 $ 78,843 Maintenance Worker II - Water 1.0 1.0 0.0 $ 71,351 $ 86,727 Streets Supervisor 1.0 1.0 1.0 $ 88,058 $ 107,035
Senior Maintenance Worker - Streets 1.0 1.0 1.0 $ 78,486 $ 95,400 Maintenance Worker I - Streets 1.0 1.0 0.0 $ 64,864 $ 78,843 Maintenance Worker II - Streets 2.0 2.0 3.0 $ 71,351 $ 86,727
16.0 16.0 15.0
Parks and Recreation
Parks and Recreation Director 0.0 1.0 1.0 $ 158,000 $ 192,050 Cemetery Manager 1.0 1.0 1.0 $ 115,211 $ 140,039
Senior Management Analyst - Community Activities 1.0 1.0 1.0 $ 115,211 $ 140,039 Parks Supervisor 1.0 1.0 1.0 $ 88,058 $ 107,035
Senior Maintenance Worker - Cemeteries 1.0 1.0 1.0 $ 78,486 $ 95,400 Maintenance Worker I - Parks 2.0 2.0 2.0 $ 64,864 $ 78,843 Maintenance Worker II - Parks 2.0 2.0 2.0 $ 71,351 $ 86,727 PT Recreation Coordinator 0.0 0.0 0.5 $ 64,985 $ 77,818
8.0 9.0 9.5
Total Budgeted Staffing (Full Time Equivalent) 45.5 46.5 46.0 NOTE: Some positions are charged to multiple departments; these are listed in the department where the largest percentage is charged.
City of Sonoma FY 2026-27 Budget
Position Allocation Listing by Department
Agenda Item #9.3:
City of Sonoma
RESOLUTION # _____-2026
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SONOMA ADOPTING THE 2027-31 FIVE-YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM; AND AUTHORIZING CAPITAL PROJECT FUNDS APPROPRIATED AND UNSPENT IN FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 TO BE ROLLED INTO THE FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 BUDGET
WHEREAS, City staff has prepared a Capital Improvement Program, designed to serve as both a financial and project planning document; and
WHEREAS, on May 27, 2026, the proposed budget was presented for fiscal year (FY) 2026- 27, including estimated revenues and recommended appropriations for operations and capital; and
WHEREAS, on May 27, 2026, the City Council held a duly noticed special meeting to review, and provide opportunity for and receive public comments, regarding the proposed FY 2026-27 budget, including appropriations for authorized positions by department; and WHEREAS, the City Council also desires to accommodate a process for the carryover of unspent FY 2025-26 capital project funds where work and expenditures will continue in FY 2026-27;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Sonoma hereby:
1. Adopts the City of Sonoma 2027-31 Five-year Capital Improvement Program as summarized in the attached Exhibit A and incorporated into the FY 2026-27 Operating and Capital Budget for the City of Sonoma.
2. The Capital Project Funds Appropriated and Unspent in FY 2025-26 will be rolled into the FY 2026-27 Capital Improvement Plan Budget.
PASSED, RESOLVED, AND ADOPTED, at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Sonoma, held on this 17th day of June 2026, by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
________________________________
Ron Wellander, Mayor
ATTEST:
________________________________
Rebekah Barr, MMC, City Clerk
Agenda Item #9.3:
CIP # Project Name FY 2026-27
Request
FY 2027-28
Request
FY 2028-29
Request
FY 2029-30
Request
FY 2030-
31Request
5-Year
Total
BF-2 Public Works Safety and Facility Security at Corporation Yard $50,000 $0 $0 $0 $50,000 BF-4 City Hall Emergency Power $0 $50,000 $0 $0 $0 $50,000 BF-6 Carnegie Building Repairs and Maintenance Upgrades Project $0 $0 $125,000 $0 $0 $125,000 BF-10 Carnegie Building Office Repairs $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 BF-11 Security Upgrades at City Hall, Carnegie, Corp Yard, and PD $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 BF-13 Facilities Improvements Project $150,000 $250,000 $150,000 $150,000 $150,000 $850,000 $150,000 $350,000 $275,000 $150,000 $150,000 $1,075,000 Creeks and Drainage: Reducing Flooding and Protecting Water Quality CD-1 Storm Water Trash Reduction Systems $0 $10,000 $10,000 $0 $0 $20,000 CD-3 Broadway & Leveroni Road Flood Reduction & Trash Capture Project $0 $250,000 $120,000 $10,000 $25,000 $405,000 CD-7 Storm Drain System Condition Rating $0 $150,000 $150,000 $0 $0 $300,000 $0 $410,000 $280,000 $10,000 $25,000 $725,000
P-3 Montini Preserve Fire Enhancement Project $40,250 $40,250 $40,250 $40,250 $40,250 $201,250 P-8 Olsen Park Improvement Project $192,400 $0 $0 $0 $0 $192,400 P-9 Depot Park Enhancements Project $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
P-10 Plaza Park Improvements $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
P-12 Sonoma Oaks Enhancements Project $0 $45,000 $65,000 $65,000 $0 $175,000 P-13 Fifth St West Park $25,000 $250,000 $50,000 $30,000 $0 $355,000 P-14 Sonoma Overlook Trail HCF Grant Project $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 P-16 Plaza Bollards Project $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
P-17 Plaza Irrigation Rehab Project $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
P-20 Valley Cemetery Expansion Project *New* $50,000 $15,000 $10,000 $10,000 $85,000 $307,650 $350,250 $165,250 $145,250 $40,250 $1,008,650
T-3 Biennial Slurry Seal Projects $250,000 $250,000 $250,000 $750,000 T-4 Citywide Sidewalk Inspection and Repair Program $75,000 $60,000 $60,000 $60,000 $60,000 $315,000 T-5 Ongoing Pavement Rehabilitation and Water Services Replacement Projects $150,000 $150,000 $300,000 $500,000 $100,000 $1,200,000 T-6 Citywide Roadway Safety Improvement Projects (Go Sonoma) $208,000 $10,000 $0 $0 $0 $218,000 T-7 Broadway (SR 12) Streetscape Enhancement $0 $0 $50,000 $50,000 $50,000 $150,000 T-12 Streetlight Replacement Project *New* $75,000 $25,000 $100,000 T-13 Sidewalk Gap Project *New* $15,000 $150,000 $150,000 $150,000 $465,000 $773,000 $245,000 $810,000 $760,000 $610,000 $3.198,000 W-2 Water System Condition Data - Phase 2 $150,000 $300,000 $25,000 $25,000 $500,000 W-4 Replacement of Water Services with Pavement Rehab Projects $0 $0 $350,000 $0 $350,000 $700,000 W-5 Condition Assesment of Aging Water Distribution Pipes $150,000 $150,000 $150,000 $450,000 W-19 Well One Phase Two $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
W-14 Norrbom Tank Coating Renewal $350,000 $500,000 $650,000 $650,000 $650,000 $2,800,000 W-20 Pump Station Roof Hardening $0 $100,000 $0 $0 $0 $100,000 $500,000 $750,000 $1,450,000 $675,000 $1,175,000 $4,550,000 $1,730,650 $2,105,250 $2,980,250 $1,740,250 $2,000,250 $10,556,650 Capital Improvement Program Projected Funding
by Project for Fiscal Years 2027-2031
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Buildings & Facilities: Maintaining Critical Assets
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Parks: Making Life Better
Trnasportation: Keeping Sonoma Moving Safely
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Water: Providing High Quality, Dependable Water
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FUND TOTAL
Exhibit A
Agenda Item #9.3:
City of Sonoma
RESOLUTION # _____-2026
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SONOMA
AUTHORIZING THE INTERIM CITY MANAGER TO APPROVE THE CARRYFORWARD
OPERATIONAL FUNDS FOR ONE TIME PROJECTS APPROPRIATED AND UNSPENT IN FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 TO BE ROLLED INTO THE FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 BUDGET WHEREAS, the Interim City Manager submitted a 5-year General Fund Forecast and recommended an operating and capital budget; and
WHEREAS, the Interim City Manager's Budget Message provides an executive summary of the proposed FY 2026-27 budget; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Sonoma has reviewed the proposed final Operating Budget for FY 2026-27 and Capital Improvement Program for FY 2026-27 and has held a public meeting prior to adoption of the final budget; and
WHEREAS, the City Council also desires to accommodate a process for the carryover of unspent FY 2025-26 one-time operational project funds where work and expenditures will continue in FY 2026-27;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Sonoma that the Interim City Manager is authorized to approve the carryforward operational funds for one-time projects appropriated and unspent in FY 2025-26 where work and expenditures will continue in FY 2026- 27 outlined in Attachments A through F.
PASSED, RESOLVED, AND ADOPTED, at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Sonoma, held on this 17th day of June 2026, by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
________________________________
Ron Wellander, Mayor
ATTEST:
________________________________
Rebekah Barr, MMC, City Clerk
Agenda Item #9.3:
City of Sonoma
Carryforward Request Form
FY2025-26
Requesting Department: City Manager
Jennifer Yankovich
Date Submitted: 6/3/2026
Account String Account Description Project Description FY 2025-26 Budget FY 2025-26 Actuals (as of )
Remaining
Balance
Carryforward Amount
Requested
Justification for
Carryforward
One-Time or
Ongoing?
Intended Use in FY
2026-27
100-41003-350-50350 Professional Services Personnel Policies Update 50,000.00 33,318.00 16,682.00 16,682.00 Project extension one-time yes -
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Attachment A
Agenda Item #9.3:
City of Sonoma
Carryforward Request Form
FY2025-26
Requesting Department: Parks and Recreation
Dave Jahns
Date Submitted: 5-Jun-26
Account String Account Description Project Description FY 2025-26 Budget FY 2025-26 Actuals (as of )
Remaining
Balance
Carryforward Amount
Requested
Justification for Carryforward One-Time or
Ongoing?
Intended Use in FY
2026-27
100-43101-407-60407 Contract Services Maysonnave Cottage Study 30,000.00 - 30,000.00 30,000.00 Study to be completed in 26-27 in alignment with Parks and Rec Plan One-time Yes 100-43101-404-60407 Contract Services Rec Software Implementation 11,000.00 - 11,000.00 6,000.00 Implementation on hold until Recreation Programming budget approved One-time Yes -
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Attachment B
Agenda Item #9.3:
City of Sonoma
Carryforward Request Form
FY2025-26
Requesting Department: Community Development - Planning Jennifer Gates
Date Submitted: 6/4/2026
Account String Account Description Project Description Contract Budget FY 2025-26 Actuals (as of April 2026)
Remaining
Balance
Carryforward Amount
Requested
Justification for
Carryforward
One-Time or
Ongoing?
Intended Use in FY
2026-27
100-43030-347-50347 Contract Services General Plan 651,925.00 521,808.64 130,116.36 130,116.36 Existing Contract with
De Novo Planning One Time Complete Contract
100-43030-347-50347 Contract Services SB 743 Policy 75,000.00 31,083.75 43,916.25 43,916.25 Existing Contract with
W-Trans One Time Complete Contract
100-43030-347-50347 Contract Services Inclusionary 108,000.00 54,189.60 53,810.40 53,810.40 Existing Contract with
Keyser Marston One Time Complete Contract
100-43030-347-50347 Contract Services
Plaza Historic Landscape
Survey 45,000.00 34,990.83 10,009.17 10,009.17
Existing Contract with
Arch Resources Grp One Time Complete Contract
100-43030-347-50348 Contract Services
Citywide Historic Resources
Survey 200,000.00 40,288.60 159,711.40 159,711.40
Existing Contract with
Page and Turnbull One Time Complete Contract
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Attachment C
Agenda Item #9.3:
City of Sonoma
Carryforward Request Form
FY2025-26
Requesting Department: MIS
Jade Filippi
Date Submitted: 6/1/2026
Account String Account Description Project Description FY 2025-26 Budget FY 2025-26 Actuals (as of )
Remaining
Balance
Carryforward Amount
Requested
Justification for
Carryforward
One-Time or
Ongoing?
Intended Use in FY
2026-27
601-64010-350-50350
Other Professional Tech
Project
Laserfiche Docuware Migration
Clean-up 25,000.00 - 25,000.00 25,000.00
Project start date June
30, 20206. One-Time
Laserfiche
Docuware Migration
Clean-up
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Attachment D
Agenda Item #9.3:
City of Sonoma
Carryforward Request Form
FY2025-26
Requesting Department: Vehicle Replacement
Ryan Kodama
Date Submitted: 6/5/2026
Account String Account Description Project Description FY 2025-26 Budget FY 2025-26 Actuals (as of 6/1/26 )
Remaining
Balance
Carryforward Amount
Requested
Justification for
Carryforward
One-Time or
Ongoing?
Intended Use in FY
2026-27
603-64510-347-50347 Contract Professional Services Fleet Assessment 59,925.00 - 59,925.00 59,925.00 Complete assessment One-Time Complete
assessment of
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Attachment E
Agenda Item #9.3:
City of Sonoma
Carryforward Request Form
FY2025-26
Requesting Department: Long-Term Building Maintenance
Ryan Kodama
Date Submitted: 6/5/2026
Account String Account Description Project Description FY 2025-26 Budget FY 2025-26 Actuals (as of 6/1/26 )
Remaining
Balance
Carryforward Amount
Requested
Justification for
Carryforward
One-Time or
Ongoing?
Intended Use in FY
2026-27
610-64520-347-50347 Contract Professional Services Facilities assessment 71,074.33 - 71,074.33 71,074.33 Complete assessment One-Time Complete
assessment of
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Attachment F
Agenda Item #9.3:
City of Sonoma
RESOLUTION # _____-2026
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SONOMA
AUTHORIZING THE INTERIM CITY MANAGER TO FUND RECREATION AND COMMUNITY
SERVICE DISCRETIONARY FUNDING PROGRAM
WHEREAS, traditional "Recreational and Community Service Programs" for the City of Sonoma have been provided by outside non-profit organizations that fill the community's need for these important programs; and
WHEREAS, utilizing the talents, skills, networks, and resources already available in the community, the City has supported recreational and community services programs through grant funding for the past 20 plus years; and
WHEREAS, this approach has proven to be a cost effective, efficient, and flexible way to meet the changing needs of the community; and
WHEREAS, on March 5, 2018, the City Council approved new funding and policy guidelines for the City's "Recreation and Community Services Program” and entered into three-year contracts with four core recreation providers (Sonoma Community Center, Sonoma Ecology Center, Sonoma Valley Boys and Girls Club and Vintage House); and WHEREAS, on August 3, 2022, Special City Council meeting, the Council approved a revised Recreation and Community Services Program Funding and Policy Guidelines that included criteria for other Community Recreation and Community Service Providers to be added as Core Recreation and Community Services Provider; and
WHEREAS, this action will provide funding to 33 local non-profit organizations throughout the City for one year, subject to the terms of the City's standard grant agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Sonoma that the Interim City Manager is authorized to fund Recreation and Community Service Programs for FY 2026-27 outlined in Attachment A.
PASSED, RESOLVED AND ADOPTED, at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Sonoma, on this 17th day of June 2026, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
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Ron Wellander, Mayor
ATTEST:
________________________________
Rebekah Barr, MMC, City Clerk
Agenda Item #9.3:
FY 2026/27
Proposed Recreation and Community Service
Discretionary Funding Program
Recreation Funding Requests
Hanna Center $3,000
Hanna Center’s camps provide Sonoma Valley youth ages 6-13 with safe, structured recreational experiences that include outdoor activities, creative programming, and social connection. Camps are designed to promote confidence, teamwork, and overall wellbeing. Scholarships are available to ensure income-qualified families can participate regardless of financial barriers.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sonoma Valley $3,000
To ensure all Sonoma Valley youth have access to summer programs, BGCSV provides scholarships for families who cannot afford camp. In 2025, we provided $81,000 in summer camp scholarships—a 25% increase from 2024, reflecting an increase in families facing financial barriers to summer care. While many youth benefit from our partnership with SVUSD—attending summer school in the morning and free BGCSV programming in the afternoon—scholarships remain essential to ensuring youth have access to summer camp
Total Funding for Recreational Programs $6,000
Art Education Requests
Backyard Kids’ Theater $3,000
Backyard Kids’ Theater requests a grant so that we may provide scholarships for 10 children in Sonoma to participate in one of our musical theater productions during the 2026-2027 school year. This $5,000 grant will almost fully cover the registration cost of $525 per student. Backyard Kids' Theater is a 501c3 organization operating in Sonoma. Our program provides musical theater workshops for children ages 7 – 18. We encourage, empower, and celebrate children through arts education.
Sonoma Conservatory of Dance $3,000
Sonoma Conservatory of Dance Summer Dance Camp is a 7-week experience in movement, physical discipline and creative expression. We hold 10 sessions at 4 different levels in which students learn other dance styles and their attendant music and culture inform ballet. This year’s offerings are: classical ballet, jazz, contemporary, tap, Appalachian clogging and Haitian. Students also learn how to practice physical disciplines like Yoga and Pilates enhance their growth technically and artistically.
ViVO Youth Orchestras $3,000
This funding will enable ViVO Youth Orchestras to launch its Private and Small Group Lessons Initiative, providing students with individualized instruction that Attachment A
Agenda Item #9.3:
strengthens technical ability, confidence, and musical expression. By investing directly in teaching artist time, coordination, and materials, this initiative ensures that each student receives the focused support needed to thrive—ultimately raising the artistic level of the entire orchestra and deepening student engagement
Sonoma Valley Chorale $1,800
Sonoma Valley Chorale is Sonoma Valley's non audition community chorus since 1973. We are currently seeking new members, not only adults but also high school students who may be impacted by the lack of a chorus in our high school.
If they cannot afford it, we would like offer scholarships for them to sing with us, 16+ years of age. Also, for those who cannot afford to come to our performances, we would like to offer discount tickets or complimentary tickets.
Sonoma Valley Museum of Art (SVMA) $3,000
In 2025, over 1300 students visit SVMA for dynamic guided tours of exhibitions as well as hands-on art activities in our Museum Art Studio. We provide buses for field trips for local schools as needed.
Our popular family make-ins is a multi generational event offering families a day filled with art making experiences and performing arts presentations. SVMA offers bilingual teaching artists (Spanish and English) to increase participation and a since of belonging for community members.
Total Art Education Funding $13,800
Community Event Funding Requests
Cancer Support Sonoma $3,000
We are hosting a community forum and educational event at CSS with presentations, demonstrations and hands-on opportunities to experience healing modalities that support cancer patients and their caregivers. Highlights include UCSF’s Dr. Donald Abrams’s keynote on a holistic approach to risk reduction and enhancing quality of life, as well as a cooking demonstration and discussion of cancer patients’ nutritional needs by Sonoma’s own Allison McKeany, MS, RD. The event is free and open to the public.
Jack London Park Partners $3,000
The Call of the Wild (COTW) Festival at Jack London State Historic Park is a community celebration with free Park admission and family-friendly activities. We expect nearly 1,000 attendees, many from the City of Sonoma. Activities include kid-friendly arts and crafts, a guided hike to the Park's redwoods, a live blacksmith demonstration, live storytelling, tractor-pulled hay rides, live music, and food. We will also honor young people who participated in the Young Writers Contest.
La Luz Center $3,000
La Luz Center’s Sabor y Encanto Market is a vibrant series supporting Latino entrepreneurs in Sonoma Valley. Taking place over 3 dates from June to October, the Market showcases first-time food and artisan vendors, providing a soft-launch debut that invites the community to experience cultural celebration while also supporting their neighbors. All vendors participate in our Small Business Support (SBS) program, which creates opportunities for Latino entrepreneurs to launch and grow their businesses.
Agenda Item #9.3:
Grupo Folklórico Quetzalén (SIS) $3,000
Mictlán is a Día de los Muertos dance production by Grupo Folklórico Quetzalén that honors life, memory, and the soul’s journey toward eternal peace. All performers are SVUSD students. Funding will help us offer one of three shows free for SVUSD students on Thursday, October 1st at the Sebastiani Theatre, alongside two additional community performances that weekend. This third year of Mictlán is made possible thanks to the support of our community, partners, and donors.
Music in Place $3,000
The Sonoma Sundays on the Plaza concert series runs Sunday afternoon from 2- 5 pm June 7th through October 4th, 2026 in the Grinstead Amphitheater. The concerts feature professional musicians from all over the Bay Area and showcase a wide variety of musical genres. The concerts are offered free to the public.
Hometown Band (SHB) $2,250
Free community concerts in the Grinstead Amphitheater. The theme is “Picnic in the Plaza” as our concerts will be at 1:00 on two different Saturdays: June 27 and August 29. Most of our costs are the fees associated with applying of renting The amphitheater: $1,181 ($481 for the application, $400 for the use fee, and $300 for electrical use.) In addition, we need to rent space for our rehearsal and rent chairs, but have not yet determined the cost.
Sonoma Valley Community Health Center $3,000
For 11 years, the Sonoma Valley Back to School Health Fair has reduced back-toschool costs and expanded access to local essential health, education, and social services for Pre K–12 households—strengthening school readiness and family stability for City of Sonoma residents. Led by SVCHC, with help from 100+ community volunteers and 40+ partner organizations, the free event, which is open to all residents, provides fun, connection, and serves 250+ households with 600 school supply-filled backpacks.
Sonoma Petaluma Parks Association $3,000
The third annual Dia de los Muertos event will provide high-quality programming for attendees to not only learn about and celebrate the holiday, but learn about the services provided by the collaborating organizations. The organizations are SPParks, California State Parks and La Luz Center. We plan to have a movie selected by La Luz, live music, food, face painting, arts and crafts, including making marigolds, with handouts on monarch butterfly migration patterns, available in English or Spanish.
Sonoma Plein Air Foundation $3,000
This grant would help defray the rental cost for the space on the Plaza where the 2026 Sonoma Plein Air Art Show & Sale will take place on September 19th from 10AM-4PM. Funds raised at this event are distributed via grants to SV schools and non profits to support visual art education and creativity development for K-12 students. Receipt of this grant would enable us to realize additional funds for our grant program this year.
Sonoma Valley Historical Society Inc. $3,000
Agenda Item #9.3:
Our educational program provides the community with free access to factual stories of our remarkable history. Through these Presentations, we explain our cultural evolution and highlight individuals who shaped Sonoma with topics such as the history of our immigrant communities; early Sonoma, pre and post Statehood; historic ecology; the history of local viticulture; aviation in Sonoma; fire ecology; military history; and other fascinating subjects. The cost for 9 presentations including honorariums.
Sonoma Community Center
Sonoma Art Walk supports many local, working artists to meet locals and tourists to share their work. The event brings traffic to local businesses who host artists and financially supports artists with opportunities to cultivate new clients and sell their work. The event brings the community out once a month and supports non-profits such as the Museum, Community Center, Arts Guild and other businesses that create the historic Plaza environment. Funding is for new flags and web site work.
$3,000
Sonoma Valley Certified Farmers Market $3,000
The Sonoma Valley Certified Farmers Market would like to seasonally expand its current footprint to allow more local entrepreneurs to sell their goods and products at the farmers market. We currently lease a small space from the county. This funding would allow us to cover the majority of the costs to rent extra space from the City in May- Oct. The added space would be utilized to help our artisans and non profits stay in the market year round as well as add a picnic area and space for live music.
Sonoma Valley Hospital Foundation $3,000
The Golden Harvest Resource Fair is a free community event connecting older adults, caregivers, and families with essential health services and local resources. The fair features 30+ organizations, free flu vaccinations, health screenings, and educational opportunities—providing a one-stop hub to support healthy aging, increase access to care, and strengthen community connection in Sonoma Valley. The event is co-produced by Sonoma Valley Hospital, Vintage House, Sonoma Community Center and Cogir.
Sonoma Valley Vintners & Growers Fdt. $3,000
The Valley of the Moon Vintage Festival is a beloved community celebration that brings the heart of wine country to life each Fall on the historic Sonoma Plaza. The weekend features Sonoma Valley wines, live music, local food, and signature events that invite visitors and locals alike to gather, celebrate, and connect.
Produced by the Sonoma Valley Vintners & Growers Alliance Foundation, the Vintage Festival honors the region’s wine heritage while celebrating the joy of coming together.
Wake Up Sonoma $3,000
Sonoma Valley Pride Returns with a Weekend that includes a Pride Dance and Community Gathering - WE RISE IN PRIDE. Presented by Sonoma Valley Pride in partnership with Wake UP Sonoma, Out In The Vineyard and Matt Long Design DATE - June 14
Agenda Item #9.3:
Sonoma, CA – Sonoma Valley Pride is back and more vibrant than ever! Wake UP Sonoma and Out In The Vineyard are thrilled to announce their annual celebration of LGBTQIA+ pride. The event will feature a weekend of Pride activities with a dance and concert.
Total Community Event Funding Requests $38,250
Community Service Projects
American Veterans (AMVETS) Post 55 $3,000
Monument for Five soldiers died while on active duty in Sonoma. Their burial places are in Sonoma but are not known or marked. As described below, two of the soldiers were volunteers, who died during the Mexican War and three were regular solders who died after the war. Pvt. Alexander Kinns: died December 19, 1847, Corp. Bela Cushing Jr.: died January 11, 1848,Sgt. Edward Heinrich: died June 15, 1849,Pvt. Valentine Ernest: died March 20, 1850,Pvt. James Hughes: died December 11,1850.
Charlie's Acres $3,000
Charlie’s Acres is a 32-acre farmed-animal sanctuary offering experiential humane education to K–12 students and the broader Sonoma community through on-site and virtual field trips, virtual class pets, and interactive public tours. Our age-specific programming builds empathy for farmed animals and all sentient beings, encourages plant-based lifestyle choices, and supports our teachers with curriculum-aligned content - experiences not offered elsewhere in Sonoma.
FRIENDS IN SONOMA, HELPING (FISH) $3,000
Friends in Sonoma, Helping (FISH) has been providing rental assistance to City of Sonoma residents for some time. This assistance is paid directly to the landlady/lordlord, and usually is provided no more than once a year for a recipient. Among FISH's other services are food, clothing and rides to medical appointments. But rental assistance is especially vital in this area of extremely high housing costs.
Pets Lifeline $3,000
Pets Lifeline’s Pet Food Pantry is a free community service that helps Sonoma residents keep their pets fed and at home, reducing the need for owner surrenders. Open daily with no income requirement, PFP provides dog and cat food to anyone in need. We partner with Comida de Los Todos, Sonoma Overnight Support/Unity Kitchen, and Homeless Action Sonoma to distribute food across the city. Pet owners can also visit our shelter to pick up supplies as needed, ensuring ongoing, flexible support.
Sonoma Botanical Garden $3,000
SBG provides free access for school visits, removing cost barriers for local educators. Connecting students with nature is key in encouraging environmental stewardship in the next generation, as well as supporting physical and mental health. In 2025, we hosted 16 visits that served 504 students overall. Partner schools/organizations include Sonoma Ecology Center, Woodland Star, Kenwood Elementary, Altamira, and Sonoma Charter. Funding will subsidize admission costs for the 2026-27 school year.
Sonoma Valley Mentoring Alliance $2,250
Agenda Item #9.3:
We want to offer a miniature golf outing at Sonoma Fun Center for 100 matches, 200 people. This creates lasting bonds between mentors and mentees through teamwork and experiencing new activities. There is a feeling of community in a relaxed, fun atmosphere while supporting a locally owned business. We also provide pizza and drinks for our mentors and mentees to socialize further. This isn't just recreation—it's relationship-building, creating memories and supporting our local businesses.
Sonoma Valley Education Foundation $3,000
A renewed grant will support Sonoma Valley public school students and teachers through SVEF’s Classroom Grants program. Public and charter school teachers and staff can request up to $1,000 for essential learning materials, classroom supplies, field trips, or professional development. These microgrants enrich learning and boost student engagement. Past requests from educators include books for classroom or school libraries, art supplies, science kits, educational field trips, and much more.
Sonoma Valley Woman's Club Foundation $1,950
The goal of this project is to present 3 Salary Negotiation Workshops in early 2027 to the public in Sonoma. These workshops have been gifted to us and are created by AAUW (American Association of University Women) Sweetwater Spectrum $3,000
Our program increases awareness, resources, and housing solutions for adults with developmental disabilities. Through free monthly tours and as a public resource via phone, email, and online outreach, we support Sonoma families navigating independence. We serve 240–600 people annually through tours and respond to daily calls, often 1–2 hours each. Our website reaches 118,000+ visitors and 1,600+ subscribers, connecting families to housing, services, and long-term planning support.
Transcendence Theatre Company $2,000
By creating arts education and community engagement programs which instill a love of the art, our TRANSCENDENCE FOR ALL program helps to build a more diverse audience, and strives to make a positive impact on people’s lives. In this regard and with your help, we will hire American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters to enhance our Juneteenth (June 19, 2026) performance of the Broadway musical "Ain't Too Proud."
Valley of the Moon Observatory Assoc. $3,000
Our mission is to offer educational programs about science and astronomy for students, the public, and in support of educators. We are a public observatory operated by volunteer community members and aim to offer “Astronomy for All.” We are requesting $3,000 to continue funding our Museums for All initiative, which offers free access to our programs to over 200 low-income families; offer free solar observing to the public; provide low cost Spanish language programs, and offer school scholarships.
Total Community Services Funding Requests $36,200
Total Discretionary Funding - Providing Funding to the 33 Local non-profits identified above. $94,250
Agenda Item #9.3:
Agenda Item #9.3:
City of Sonoma
RESOLUTION # _____-2026
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SONOMA APPROVING
AND CREATING A NEW JOB CLASSIFICATION OF RECREATION COORDINATOR (PART-TIME) AND ADOPTING THE JOB DESCRIPTION AND SALARY RANGE FOR
THE POSITION
WHEREAS, the City of Sonoma Parks and Recreation Department coordinates community events, facility rentals, recreation opportunities, volunteer initiatives, and partnerships that enhance the quality of life for Sonoma residents and visitors; and WHEREAS, the City currently supports community recreation services provided through a combination of contract instructors, nonprofit organizations, schools, community groups, and other service providers; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has identified recreation services, community engagement, arts & culture, and partnership development as important components of maintaining a vibrant and connected community; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to establish a Recreation Coordinator classification to support the administration, coordination, promotion, and evaluation of recreation services, facility rentals, arts and cultural initiatives, outreach services, and community partnerships,; and
WHEREAS, no job classification currently exists that encompasses the duties and responsibilities associated with recreation service coordination, community partnerships, facility rental administration, special event coordination, and public engagement activities; and
WHEREAS, funding for the Recreation Coordinator position has been identified through the Fiscal Year 2026/27 Budget and associated departmental work plans; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Sonoma hereby approves the creation of a new job classification of Recreation Coordinator within the City's Parks and Recreation Department.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City Council hereby approves Attachment A – Recreation Coordinator Job Description attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City Council hereby approves Attachment B – Recreation Coordinator Salary Range to be added to the City Salary Schedule effective July 1, 2026.
Agenda Item #9.3:
PASSED, RESOLVED, AND ADOPTED, at a Regular Meeting of the City of Sonoma City Council on this 17th day of June 2026, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
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Ron Wellander, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Rebekah Barr, MMC, City Clerk
Agenda Item #9.3:
Attachment A
CITY OF SONOMA
RECREATION COORDINATOR (PART-TIME)
DEFINITION
To coordinate recreation services, community partnerships, contract classes, facility rentals, special events, volunteer initiatives, and community engagement activities for the Parks and Recreation Department; to develop public strategies that encourage participation in recreation and community programs; to support cultivating partnerships with schools, nonprofit organizations, community groups, businesses, and service providers; and to assist in the development, promotion, and evaluation of recreation opportunities that enhance the quality of life in Sonoma. The position may also support cultural arts, placemaking, and public engagement initiatives that activate parks and public spaces.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives direction from the Parks and Recreation Director or their designee and general direction from the City Manager and Management Team regarding community initiatives and departmental priorities. May provide direction to part-time staff, volunteers, interns, contract instructors, and service providers.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Coordinate the development, implementation, and evaluation of recreation programs and services offered directly by the City, including those delivered through contract instructors and service providers.
Support Parks & Recreation staff in cultivating partnerships with nonprofit organizations, schools, community groups, businesses, and other service providers to expand recreation, educational, cultural, and enrichment opportunities available to Sonoma residents and visitors; assist with the promotion and coordination of partner-led programs and services.
Coordinate certain community events, festivals, concerts, holiday celebrations, facility activations, volunteer initiatives, and other community engagement activities.
Assist in facility and park rental operations including reservations, customer service, scheduling, agreements, event logistics, and communication with user groups.
Develop and implement outreach and promotional efforts related to recreation services and community programs.
Identify, recruit, and support contract instructors and community partners.
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Administer instructor agreements, facility use agreements, vendor contracts, and other related documents.
Research community recreation needs and trends; evaluate participation levels and program effectiveness.
Research and pursue sponsorship opportunities, grants, and community partnerships.
Maintain records, statistics, reports, contracts, evaluations, and operational plans.
Attend meetings with community stakeholders, volunteers, partner organizations, and City staff.
Assist with implementation of long-range planning efforts, strategic initiatives, and special projects.
Provide support for cultural and public arts, placemaking, and public engagement initiatives.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, City employees, and the public.
Foster an environment that embraces diversity, integrity, trust, and respect.
Be an integral team player, which involves flexibility, cooperation, and communication.
Perform related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of recreation services, community engagement, event planning, volunteer management, and public outreach.
Principles and practices of program management, including development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.
Principles and practices of partnership development and contract administration.
Methods and techniques of public outreach, marketing, and promotion of community programs and services.
Facility rental operations and event coordination practices.
Funding sources available to support recreation services and community initiatives.
Program development and management and methods and techniques used for recruiting and managing volunteers.
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Methods and techniques of research and report preparation.
Modern office practices, procedures, and equipment including computers and applicable software.
Pertinent local, state, and federal laws, ordinances, and regulations related to recreation services, public events, and facility use.
Ability to:
Represent the City in meetings with the public, community organizations, businesses, schools, and governmental agencies.
Research, analyze, interpret, develop, and implement programs, procedures, policies, and operational practices.
Assess community recreation needs and design effective recreation services, partnerships, and programs.
Plan and monitor budgets, contracts, sponsorships, and grant opportunities.
Prepare clear, concise, and accurate written reports, memoranda, and presentations.
Coordinate volunteers, contract instructors, and community partners.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Analyze problems, identify alternatives, and formulate and implement recommendations.
Facilitate meetings and community discussions.
Use sound judgment in recognizing scope of authority.
Operate and use modern office equipment including computers and applicable software.
Maintain regular attendance and adhere to prescribed work schedule.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Experience and Training
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
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Experience:
Some directly related experience in recreation services, community engagement, event coordination, facility operations, volunteer management, public outreach, or a related field is desirable.
Training:
Equivalent to an Associate's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Recreation Administration, Parks and Recreation Management, Public Administration, Event Management, Communications, Community Development, Education, or a related field.
License and Certificate
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license as required by the position.
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Recreation Coordinator 26-27 Salary Schedule with 2.5% COLA Step 25-26 Current Hourly Recommended Hourly
Salary Range w/2.5%
COLA
A $31.25 $32.03
B $32.81 $33.63
C $34.45 $35.31
D $36.17 $37.07
E $37.98 $38.93
Agenda Item #9.3:
City of Sonoma
RESOLUTION # _____-2026
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SONOMA ESTABLISHING THE APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2026-27
WHEREAS, Article XIIIB of the California Constitution provides that the total annual Appropriations Subject to Limit of each governmental entity, including this city, shall not exceed the Appropriations Limit of such entity of government, as determined by adjusting the prior fiscal year Appropriations Limit by the greater of the changes in city or county population, combined with the greater of the change in California per capita personal income or the change in the local assessment roll due to the addition of local non-residential construction; and WHEREAS, pursuant to said Article XIIIB of said California Constitution and Section 7900 et seq., of the California Government Code, the City is required to set its Appropriations Limit annually; and
WHEREAS, the Interim City Manager of the City of Sonoma has interpreted the technical provisions of said Article XIIIB computations and has caused the numbers upon which the City’s Appropriation limit is based to be calculated; and
WHEREAS, the FY 2026-27 Appropriations Limit is calculated using the following:
The State of California per capita personal income percentage change determined by the California Department of Finance for FY 2026-27, 4.95%; and The County of Sonoma population decrease as of January 1, 2026, as determined by the California Department of Finance, -0.16%.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Sonoma that:
1. The annual adjustment factors used to calculate the FY 2026-27 Appropriations Limit shall be the change in the State of California per capital personal income increase of 4.95% and the County of Sonoma population decrease of minus 0.16%.
2. The FY 2026-27 Adopted Budget appropriations subject to the Appropriations Limit is $22,571,233 outlined in Attachment A.
PASSED, RESOLVED, AND ADOPTED, at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Sonoma, held on this 17th day of June 2026, by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
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Ron Wellander, Mayor
ATTEST:
_______________________________
Rebekah Barr, MMC, City Clerk
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Percent Change Amount
Appropriations limit for fiscal year ended June 30, 2026 $30,366,430 Inflation Factor 1.0495
0.9984
x 1.0479
31,820,982
Proceeds from Taxes 22,919,002
Less Exclusions (Fed Mandates, Qualified Capital Outlay and Debt Service): (347,769) FY 2026-27 Appropriations Subject to Limit 22,571,233
FY 2026-27 Appropriations Limit $31,820,982
Under/(Over) Fiscal Year 2026-27 Appropriations Limit $9,249,749 Proposition 4 establishes a formula limiting expenditures to the "proceeds of taxes" and is adjusted each year for inflation and population growth.
Population Factor
Combined Factor
Appropriations limit for fiscal year ending June 30, 2027 Appropriations in Fiscal Year 2026-27 Compared to Limit
APPROPRIATION LIMIT WORKSHEET
For the Year Ending June 30, 2027
Calculation of Spending Limit
Adjustment factors:
Attachment A
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