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City Council — October 7, 2024
This was a regular joint meeting of the Petaluma City Council and the Petaluma Community Development Successor Agency (PCDSA), running from 6:45 p.m. to 10:50 p.m. All seven councilmembers were present. The meeting included a large volume of general public comment, a proclamation for Fire Prevention Week, and a closely divided vote on a significant downtown development environmental review.
*Note: The minutes list councilmembers Mike Healy, Dennis Pocekay, and Alex Decarli as present or speaking, which does not match the current known council roster. These names are reported as they appear in the official minutes.*
General Public Comment
Eighteen members of the public addressed the Council on items not on the agenda. The minutes record speakers by name only — including Mike Gardner, Steve Delue, Gail Steiner, Adina Flores, Sandra Shand, Nancy Rackless, Jodi Johnson, Kay Poland, Tina Yonkers, Jennifer Boyle, Tim Porteous, Ben Peters, Robert Hansen, Brian Moinehan, Don Robbins, Maria Posey, and Joe Chapman — but do not capture the content of their remarks. City Attorney Eric Danly made a comment during the Council comment period regarding a mobilehome issue. Mayor McDonnell noted a upcoming council workshop on the fairgrounds scheduled for 7:26.
Consent Calendar
The Council approved all five consent calendar items together in a single 7–0 vote. Items included: approval of revised minutes from the September 16, 2024 meeting; the tentative agenda and significant items calendar for October through December 2024; a resolution updating the City's Conflict of Interest Code by adopting the state's Model Conflict of Interest Code (replacing the City's prior custom code); authorization for staff to apply for a Metropolitan Transportation Commission Regional Measure 3 grant for the Petaluma River Trail US-101 and Rail Undercrossings Project, with confirmation of matching funds; and the second reading and final adoption of Ordinance No. 2896 N.C.S., amending the Municipal Code's wastewater strength limitations.
Vote: Carried 7–0. Moved by Councilmember Healy, seconded by Councilmember Barnacle.
Hazardous Vegetation and Rubbish Abatement Cost Confirmation
The Council held a public hearing — no members of the public commented — and adopted a resolution confirming the costs of abating hazardous vegetation and rubbish on properties where owners had not complied. The resolution also authorizes forwarding unpaid abatement bills to the Sonoma County Assessor's Office to be collected as property tax assessments. This is a standard annual process that allows the City to recover costs for fire-hazard cleanup performed on non-compliant properties.
Vote: Carried 7–0. Moved by Vice Mayor Cader Thompson, seconded by Councilmember Shribbs.
Downtown Housing and Economic Opportunity Overlay & EKN Appellation Hotel — Draft EIR Public Hearing
This was the most substantial and contentious item of the evening. The Council conducted a public hearing on the Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) for two interrelated proposals: a Downtown Housing and Economic Opportunity Overlay (a zoning tool intended to encourage housing and economic development in the downtown area) and the EKN Appellation Hotel project, a proposed hotel development in the downtown core.
Twenty-four members of the public signed up to speak, with some ceding time to others — notably Debbie Fisher ceding time to Moira Sullivan, and John Hanania ceding time to David Keller — reflecting the level of organized community interest in the project. The minutes do not capture the substance of individual public comments.
The Planning Commission had previously reviewed the project and made recommendations. The minutes note, in abbreviated form, that the Council directed staff to comply with Planning Commission Recommendation No. 5, and that the Planning Commission will review the Final EIR before it returns to the Council. The Council also indicated it wishes to see the implementing ordinance presented at the workshop level before formal action.
The resolution adopted directs staff to prepare a Final Environmental Impact Report incorporating comments received. This does not approve the project itself — that decision comes later, after the Final EIR is complete.
The vote was closely divided, with three councilmembers dissenting.
Vote: Carried 4–3. Yes: Councilmember Barnacle, Vice Mayor Cader Thompson, Councilmember Pocekay, Mayor McDonnell. No: Councilmember Healy, Councilmember Nau, Councilmember Shribbs.
Key Takeaways
Downtown Hotel and Overlay EIR moves forward on a 4–3 vote. The Council narrowly directed staff to prepare a Final EIR for the EKN Appellation Hotel and the Downtown Housing and Economic Opportunity Overlay — a sign of significant division on the Council over this major downtown development proposal.
Project approval is not yet final. Tonight's action only advances the environmental review process. The Planning Commission will review the Final EIR before the Council takes any approval vote, and the implementing ordinance will come back at the workshop stage.
River Trail grant application authorized. The City is pursuing a Regional Measure 3 grant to fund undercrossings connecting the Petaluma River Trail under US-101 and the railroad, a potential improvement for pedestrians and cyclists.
Conflict of Interest Code updated. The City replaced its custom conflict-of-interest code with the state's standard Model Code, simplifying compliance and keeping the City aligned with California regulations.
Mobilehome issue flagged. City Attorney Eric Danly addressed the Council on a mobilehome-related matter during council comments; details were not captured in the minutes.
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Agenda items (7)
Consent Calendar
1Consent CalendarMinutes of the City Council/PCDSA Regular Meeting of September 16, 2024 – REVISED 10/3/24
The council will approve the official minutes from its September 16, 2024 meeting (with revisions made on October 3).
Adopted unanimously · 5-0
2Consent CalendarTentative Agenda for City Council/PCDSA Regular Meeting of October 21, 2024 and Significant Agenda Items for OctDec 2024
The council will confirm the agenda for its October 21, 2024 meeting and preview major items scheduled for the remainder of the year.
Adopted unanimously · 5-0
3Consent CalendarResolution Repealing the City of Petaluma’s Conflict of Interest Code and any Conflicting Resolutions and Adopting by Reference the Model Conflict of Interest Code Set Forth in Title 2, Section 18730 of the California Code of Regulations and Taking Related Actions
Petaluma will replace its current conflict of interest rules for city officials with California's standard statewide model.
Adopted unanimously · 5-0
4Consent CalendarResolution Authorizing Staff to Submit a Grant Application to the Metropolitan Transportation Commission’s Regional Measure 3 Safe Routes to Transit and Bay Trail Program for the Petaluma River Trail – US101 and Rail Undercrossings Project and Confirming the Availability of Matching Funds – Attachment 3 Added 10724
Staff will seek a grant from the Metropolitan Transportation Commission to fund improvements to the Petaluma River Trail, specifically creating safe passages under US-101 and the railroad, with the city committing to provide matching funds.
Adopted unanimously · 5-0
5Consent CalendarAdoption (Second Reading) of Ordinance No. 2896 N.C.S. of the City Council of the City of Petaluma to Amend Section 15.48.040 of the Petaluma Municipal Code Entitled “Specific Limitations on Wastewater Strength” with minor changes
The council will finalize new rules about how strong wastewater can be before it enters the city's treatment system by approving this ordinance on its second and final reading.
Public Hearing
6Public HearingPublic Hearing and Action to Adopt a Resolution Confirming the Cost of Abatement of Hazardous Vegetation and Rubbish and Confirming Approval of the Forwarding of Unpaid Bills to the County Assessor’s Office for Collection as Assessments
The city will hold a public hearing to confirm bills for removing hazardous vegetation and debris from private properties, then send unpaid bills to the county to be collected as property tax assessments.
7Public HearingConduct a Public Hearing, Receive Public Testimony, Provide Comments on the Draft Environmental Impact Report, Consider Planning Commission Recommendation, and Adopt a Resolution Directing Staff to Prepare a Final Environmental Impact Report for the Downtown Housing and Economic Opportunity Overlay and EKN Appellation Hotel Project
Residents can comment on a draft environmental report for a proposed downtown housing and hotel project at a public hearing; the council will then decide whether to move forward with preparing the final report.
Additional votes recorded in minutes
Hazardous Abatement Resolution
Aye 5
Brian BarnacleAye
Janice Cader ThompsonAye
John ShribbsAye
Karen NauAye
Kevin McDonnellAye
Resolution - Downtown Housing and Economic Opportunity Overlay and Hotel Project EIR
Aye 3 · Noe 1
Brian BarnacleAye
Janice Cader ThompsonAye
Karen NauNoe
Kevin McDonnellAye
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CITY OF PETALUMA, CALIFORNIA REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL & PETALUMA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY (PCDSA) City Hall Council Chamber 11 English Street Petaluma, CA 94952 MINUTES Monday, October 07, 2024 REGULAR SESSION 6:45 P.M. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PRESENT: Brian Barnacle, Janice Cader Thompson, Mike Healy, Karen Nau, Dennis Pocekay, John Shribbs, Kevin McDonnell ABSENT: None PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MOMENT OF SILENCE AGENDA CHANGES AND DELETIONS (TO CURRENT AGENDA ONLY) None. PROCLAMATIONS Fire Prevention Week GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT During General Public Comment, the public is invited to make comments on items of public interest that are within the City Council’s subject matter jurisdiction and that are not listed on the current agenda. Public comments are limited up to three minutes per person. Depending on the number of persons wishing to address the Council, time will be allocated in equal shares totaling no more than twenty minutes, subject to the Council’s discretion (Cal. Gov’t. Code §54954.3(a), Petaluma City Council Rules, Policies and Procedures, III). 1. Mike Garnder 2. Steve Delue 3. Gail Steiner 4. Adina Flores 5. Sandra Shand 6. Nancy Rackless 7. Jodi Johnson 8. Kay Poland 9. Tina Yonkers 10. Jennifer Boyle 11. ? 12. Tim Porteous 13. Ben Peters 14. Robert Hansen 15. Brian Moinehan 16. Don Robbins 17. Maria Posey 18. Joe Chapman COUNCIL COMMENT City Attorney Eric Danly made a comment regarding the Mobilehome issue. Shribbs Cader Thompson Barnacle Healy Nau Pocekay McDonnell – 7:26 Council workshop on the fairgrounds CITY MANAGER COMMENT CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Minutes of the City Council/PCDSA Regular Meeting of September 16, 2024 – REVISED 10/3/24 2. Tentative Agenda for City Council/PCDSA Regular Meeting of October 21, 2024 and Significant Agenda Items for OctDec 2024 3. Resolution Repealing the City of Petaluma’s Conflict of Interest Code and any Conflicting Resolutions and Adopting by Reference the Model Conflict of Interest Code Set Forth in Title 2, Section 18730 of the California Code of Regulations and Taking Related Actions 4. Resolution Authorizing Staff to Submit a Grant Application to the Metropolitan Transportation Commission’s Regional Measure 3 Safe Routes to Transit and Bay Trail Program for the Petaluma River Trail – US101 and Rail Undercrossings Project and Confirming the Availability of Matching Funds – Attachment 3 Added 10724 5. Adoption (Second Reading) of Ordinance No. 2896 N.C.S. of the City Council of the City of Petaluma to Amend Section 15.48.040 of the Petaluma Municipal Code Entitled “Specific Limitations on Wastewater Strength” with minor changes Motion to adopt made by Councilmember Healy, seconded by Councilmember Barnacle. Vote: Carried 70 Councilmember Barnacle, Vice Mayor Cader Thompson, Councilmember Yes: Healy, Councilmember Nau, Councilmember Pocekay, Councilmember Shribbs, Mayor McDonnell No: None Absent: None Recused: None WORKSHOP PUBLIC HEARINGS AND MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION 6. Public Hearing and Action to Adopt a Resolution Confirming the Cost of Abatement of Hazardous Vegetation and Rubbish and Confirming Approval of the Forwarding of Unpaid Bills to the County Assessor’s Office for Collection as Assessments Motion to adopt made by Vice Mayor Cader Thompson, seconded by Councilmember Shribbs. Vote: Carried 70 No public Councilmember Barnacle, Vice Mayor Cader Thompson, comments Yes: Councilmember Healy, Councilmember Nau, Councilmember Pocekay, Councilmember Shribbs, Mayor McDonnell No: None Absent: None Recused: None 7. Conduct a Public Hearing, Receive Public Testimony, Provide Comments on the Draft Environmental Impact Report, Consider Planning Commission Recommendation, and Adopt a Resolution Directing Staff to Prepare a Final Environmental Impact Report for the Downtown Housing and Economic Opportunity Overlay and EKN Appellation Hotel Project 1. ??? 2. Julia Burton 3. Nancy Repolis 4. Kim Wheeler 5. 6. Chantell Rogers 7. Wayne Eckstrom 8. Darren Racusen 9. Sonya Carabel 10. Katherine Reinhart 11. Susan Binachi 12. joe chapman 13. gene grable 14. Anothony piro 15. Alex decarli 16. Moira sullivan 17. Debbie Fisher ceded time to Moira Sullivan 18. Lance Kuhene 19. Tom Lewis 20. Veronica Olson 21. David Keller 22. John Hanania ceded time to David Keller 23. Jane Hamilton 24. Eric ?? PC Recs: 5. Council direction to comply with 5 7/8. PC will see final eir before council; Council would like to see ordinance at workshop level. Motion to adopt made by Councilmember Barnacle, seconded by Vice Mayor Cader Thompson. Vote: Carried 43 Councilmember Barnacle, Vice Mayor Cader Thompson, Yes: Councilmember Pocekay, Mayor McDonnell No: Councilmember Healy, Councilmember Nau, Councilmember Shribbs Absent: None Recused: None ADJOURNMENT 10:50pm
CITY OF PETALUMA, CALIFORNIA REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL & PETALUMA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY (PCDSA) City Hall Council Chamber 11 English Street Petaluma, CA 94952 MINUTES Monday, October 07, 2024 REGULAR SESSION 6:45 P.M. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PRESENT: Brian Barnacle, Janice Cader Thompson, Mike Healy, Karen Nau, Dennis Pocekay, John Shribbs, Kevin McDonnell ABSENT: None PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MOMENT OF SILENCE AGENDA CHANGES AND DELETIONS (TO CURRENT AGENDA ONLY) None. PROCLAMATIONS Fire Prevention Week GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT During General Public Comment, the public is invited to make comments on items of public interest that are within the City Council’s subject matter jurisdiction and that are not listed on the current agenda. Public comments are limited up to three minutes per person. Depending on the number of persons wishing to address the Council, time will be allocated in equal shares totaling no more than twenty minutes, subject to the Council’s discretion (Cal. Gov’t. Code §54954.3(a), Petaluma City Council Rules, Policies and Procedures, III). 1. Mike Garnder 2. Steve Delue 3. Gail Steiner 4. Adina Flores 5. Sandra Shand 6. Nancy Rackless 7. Jodi Johnson 8. Kay Poland 9. Tina Yonkers 10. Jennifer Boyle 11. ? 12. Tim Porteous 13. Ben Peters 14. Robert Hansen 15. Brian Moinehan 16. Don Robbins 17. Maria Posey 18. Joe Chapman COUNCIL COMMENT City Attorney Eric Danly made a comment regarding the Mobilehome issue. Shribbs Cader Thompson Barnacle Healy Nau Pocekay McDonnell – 7:26 Council workshop on the fairgrounds CITY MANAGER COMMENT CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Minutes of the City Council/PCDSA Regular Meeting of September 16, 2024 – REVISED 10/3/24 2. Tentative Agenda for City Council/PCDSA Regular Meeting of October 21, 2024 and Significant Agenda Items for OctDec 2024 3. Resolution Repealing the City of Petaluma’s Conflict of Interest Code and any Conflicting Resolutions and Adopting by Reference the Model Conflict of Interest Code Set Forth in Title 2, Section 18730 of the California Code of Regulations and Taking Related Actions 4. Resolution Authorizing Staff to Submit a Grant Application to the Metropolitan Transportation Commission’s Regional Measure 3 Safe Routes to Transit and Bay Trail Program for the Petaluma River Trail – US101 and Rail Undercrossings Project and Confirming the Availability of Matching Funds – Attachment 3 Added 10724 5. Adoption (Second Reading) of Ordinance No. 2896 N.C.S. of the City Council of the City of Petaluma to Amend Section 15.48.040 of the Petaluma Municipal Code Entitled “Specific Limitations on Wastewater Strength” with minor changes Motion to adopt made by Councilmember Healy, seconded by Councilmember Barnacle. Vote: Carried 70 Councilmember Barnacle, Vice Mayor Cader Thompson, Councilmember Yes: Healy, Councilmember Nau, Councilmember Pocekay, Councilmember Shribbs, Mayor McDonnell No: None Absent: None Recused: None WORKSHOP PUBLIC HEARINGS AND MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION 6. Public Hearing and Action to Adopt a Resolution Confirming the Cost of Abatement of Hazardous Vegetation and Rubbish and Confirming Approval of the Forwarding of Unpaid Bills to the County Assessor’s Office for Collection as Assessments Motion to adopt made by Vice Mayor Cader Thompson, seconded by Councilmember Shribbs. Vote: Carried 70 No public Councilmember Barnacle, Vice Mayor Cader Thompson, comments Yes: Councilmember Healy, Councilmember Nau, Councilmember Pocekay, Councilmember Shribbs, Mayor McDonnell No: None Absent: None Recused: None 7. Conduct a Public Hearing, Receive Public Testimony, Provide Comments on the Draft Environmental Impact Report, Consider Planning Commission Recommendation, and Adopt a Resolution Directing Staff to Prepare a Final Environmental Impact Report for the Downtown Housing and Economic Opportunity Overlay and EKN Appellation Hotel Project 1. ??? 2. Julia Burton 3. Nancy Repolis 4. Kim Wheeler 5. 6. Chantell Rogers 7. Wayne Eckstrom 8. Darren Racusen 9. Sonya Carabel 10. Katherine Reinhart 11. Susan Binachi 12. joe chapman 13. gene grable 14. Anothony piro 15. Alex decarli 16. Moira sullivan 17. Debbie Fisher ceded time to Moira Sullivan 18. Lance Kuhene 19. Tom Lewis 20. Veronica Olson 21. David Keller 22. John Hanania ceded time to David Keller 23. Jane Hamilton 24. Eric ?? PC Recs: 5. Council direction to comply with 5 7/8. PC will see final eir before council; Council would like to see ordinance at workshop level. Motion to adopt made by Councilmember Barnacle, seconded by Vice Mayor Cader Thompson. Vote: Carried 43 Councilmember Barnacle, Vice Mayor Cader Thompson, Yes: Councilmember Pocekay, Mayor McDonnell No: Councilmember Healy, Councilmember Nau, Councilmember Shribbs Absent: None Recused: None ADJOURNMENT 10:50pm
CITY OF PETALUMA, CALIFORNIA REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL & PETALUMA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY (PCDSA) City Hall Council Chamber 11 English Street Petaluma, CA 94952 MINUTES Monday, October 07, 2024 REGULAR SESSION 6:45 P.M. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PRESENT: Brian Barnacle, Janice Cader Thompson, Mike Healy, Karen Nau, Dennis Pocekay, John Shribbs, Kevin McDonnell ABSENT: None PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MOMENT OF SILENCE AGENDA CHANGES AND DELETIONS (TO CURRENT AGENDA ONLY) None. PROCLAMATIONS Fire Prevention Week GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT During General Public Comment, the public is invited to make comments on items of public interest that are within the City Council’s subject matter jurisdiction and that are not listed on the current agenda. Public comments are limited up to three minutes per person. Depending on the number of persons wishing to address the Council, time will be allocated in equal shares totaling no more than twenty minutes, subject to the Council’s discretion (Cal. Gov’t. Code §54954.3(a), Petaluma City Council Rules, Policies and Procedures, III). 1. Mike Garnder 2. Steve Delue 3. Gail Steiner 4. Adina Flores 5. Sandra Shand 6. Nancy Rackless 7. Jodi Johnson 8. Kay Poland 9. Tina Yonkers 10. Jennifer Boyle 11. ? 12. Tim Porteous 13. Ben Peters 14. Robert Hansen 15. Brian Moinehan 16. Don Robbins 17. Maria Posey 18. Joe Chapman COUNCIL COMMENT City Attorney Eric Danly made a comment regarding the Mobilehome issue. Shribbs Cader Thompson Barnacle Healy Nau Pocekay McDonnell – 7:26 Council workshop on the fairgrounds CITY MANAGER COMMENT CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Minutes of the City Council/PCDSA Regular Meeting of September 16, 2024 – REVISED 10/3/24 2. Tentative Agenda for City Council/PCDSA Regular Meeting of October 21, 2024 and Significant Agenda Items for OctDec 2024 3. Resolution Repealing the City of Petaluma’s Conflict of Interest Code and any Conflicting Resolutions and Adopting by Reference the Model Conflict of Interest Code Set Forth in Title 2, Section 18730 of the California Code of Regulations and Taking Related Actions 4. Resolution Authorizing Staff to Submit a Grant Application to the Metropolitan Transportation Commission’s Regional Measure 3 Safe Routes to Transit and Bay Trail Program for the Petaluma River Trail – US101 and Rail Undercrossings Project and Confirming the Availability of Matching Funds – Attachment 3 Added 10724 5. Adoption (Second Reading) of Ordinance No. 2896 N.C.S. of the City Council of the City of Petaluma to Amend Section 15.48.040 of the Petaluma Municipal Code Entitled “Specific Limitations on Wastewater Strength” with minor changes Motion to adopt made by Councilmember Healy, seconded by Councilmember Barnacle. Vote: Carried 70 Councilmember Barnacle, Vice Mayor Cader Thompson, Councilmember Yes: Healy, Councilmember Nau, Councilmember Pocekay, Councilmember Shribbs, Mayor McDonnell No: None Absent: None Recused: None WORKSHOP PUBLIC HEARINGS AND MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION 6. Public Hearing and Action to Adopt a Resolution Confirming the Cost of Abatement of Hazardous Vegetation and Rubbish and Confirming Approval of the Forwarding of Unpaid Bills to the County Assessor’s Office for Collection as Assessments Motion to adopt made by Vice Mayor Cader Thompson, seconded by Councilmember Shribbs. Vote: Carried 70 No public Councilmember Barnacle, Vice Mayor Cader Thompson, comments Yes: Councilmember Healy, Councilmember Nau, Councilmember Pocekay, Councilmember Shribbs, Mayor McDonnell No: None Absent: None Recused: None 7. Conduct a Public Hearing, Receive Public Testimony, Provide Comments on the Draft Environmental Impact Report, Consider Planning Commission Recommendation, and Adopt a Resolution Directing Staff to Prepare a Final Environmental Impact Report for the Downtown Housing and Economic Opportunity Overlay and EKN Appellation Hotel Project 1. ??? 2. Julia Burton 3. Nancy Repolis 4. Kim Wheeler 5. 6. Chantell Rogers 7. Wayne Eckstrom 8. Darren Racusen 9. Sonya Carabel 10. Katherine Reinhart 11. Susan Binachi 12. joe chapman 13. gene grable 14. Anothony piro 15. Alex decarli 16. Moira sullivan 17. Debbie Fisher ceded time to Moira Sullivan 18. Lance Kuhene 19. Tom Lewis 20. Veronica Olson 21. David Keller 22. John Hanania ceded time to David Keller 23. Jane Hamilton 24. Eric ?? PC Recs: 5. Council direction to comply with 5 7/8. PC will see final eir before council; Council would like to see ordinance at workshop level. Motion to adopt made by Councilmember Barnacle, seconded by Vice Mayor Cader Thompson. Vote: Carried 43 Councilmember Barnacle, Vice Mayor Cader Thompson, Yes: Councilmember Pocekay, Mayor McDonnell No: Councilmember Healy, Councilmember Nau, Councilmember Shribbs Absent: None Recused: None ADJOURNMENT 10:50pm
CITY OF PETALUMA, CALIFORNIA REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL & PETALUMA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY (PCDSA) City Hall Council Chamber 11 English Street Petaluma, CA 94952 MINUTES Monday, October 07, 2024 REGULAR SESSION 6:45 P.M. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PRESENT: Brian Barnacle, Janice Cader Thompson, Mike Healy, Karen Nau, Dennis Pocekay, John Shribbs, Kevin McDonnell ABSENT: None PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MOMENT OF SILENCE AGENDA CHANGES AND DELETIONS (TO CURRENT AGENDA ONLY) None. PROCLAMATIONS Fire Prevention Week GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT During General Public Comment, the public is invited to make comments on items of public interest that are within the City Council’s subject matter jurisdiction and that are not listed on the current agenda. Public comments are limited up to three minutes per person. Depending on the number of persons wishing to address the Council, time will be allocated in equal shares totaling no more than twenty minutes, subject to the Council’s discretion (Cal. Gov’t. Code §54954.3(a), Petaluma City Council Rules, Policies and Procedures, III). 1. Mike Garnder 2. Steve Delue 3. Gail Steiner 4. Adina Flores 5. Sandra Shand 6. Nancy Rackless 7. Jodi Johnson 8. Kay Poland 9. Tina Yonkers 10. Jennifer Boyle 11. ? 12. Tim Porteous 13. Ben Peters 14. Robert Hansen 15. Brian Moinehan 16. Don Robbins 17. Maria Posey 18. Joe Chapman COUNCIL COMMENT City Attorney Eric Danly made a comment regarding the Mobilehome issue. Shribbs Cader Thompson Barnacle Healy Nau Pocekay McDonnell – 7:26 Council workshop on the fairgrounds CITY MANAGER COMMENT CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Minutes of the City Council/PCDSA Regular Meeting of September 16, 2024 – REVISED 10/3/24 2. Tentative Agenda for City Council/PCDSA Regular Meeting of October 21, 2024 and Significant Agenda Items for OctDec 2024 3. Resolution Repealing the City of Petaluma’s Conflict of Interest Code and any Conflicting Resolutions and Adopting by Reference the Model Conflict of Interest Code Set Forth in Title 2, Section 18730 of the California Code of Regulations and Taking Related Actions 4. Resolution Authorizing Staff to Submit a Grant Application to the Metropolitan Transportation Commission’s Regional Measure 3 Safe Routes to Transit and Bay Trail Program for the Petaluma River Trail – US101 and Rail Undercrossings Project and Confirming the Availability of Matching Funds – Attachment 3 Added 10724 5. Adoption (Second Reading) of Ordinance No. 2896 N.C.S. of the City Council of the City of Petaluma to Amend Section 15.48.040 of the Petaluma Municipal Code Entitled “Specific Limitations on Wastewater Strength” with minor changes Motion to adopt made by Councilmember Healy, seconded by Councilmember Barnacle. Vote: Carried 70 Councilmember Barnacle, Vice Mayor Cader Thompson, Councilmember Yes: Healy, Councilmember Nau, Councilmember Pocekay, Councilmember Shribbs, Mayor McDonnell No: None Absent: None Recused: None WORKSHOP PUBLIC HEARINGS AND MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION 6. Public Hearing and Action to Adopt a Resolution Confirming the Cost of Abatement of Hazardous Vegetation and Rubbish and Confirming Approval of the Forwarding of Unpaid Bills to the County Assessor’s Office for Collection as Assessments Motion to adopt made by Vice Mayor Cader Thompson, seconded by Councilmember Shribbs. Vote: Carried 70 No public Councilmember Barnacle, Vice Mayor Cader Thompson, comments Yes: Councilmember Healy, Councilmember Nau, Councilmember Pocekay, Councilmember Shribbs, Mayor McDonnell No: None Absent: None Recused: None 7. Conduct a Public Hearing, Receive Public Testimony, Provide Comments on the Draft Environmental Impact Report, Consider Planning Commission Recommendation, and Adopt a Resolution Directing Staff to Prepare a Final Environmental Impact Report for the Downtown Housing and Economic Opportunity Overlay and EKN Appellation Hotel Project 1. ??? 2. Julia Burton 3. Nancy Repolis 4. Kim Wheeler 5. 6. Chantell Rogers 7. Wayne Eckstrom 8. Darren Racusen 9. Sonya Carabel 10. Katherine Reinhart 11. Susan Binachi 12. joe chapman 13. gene grable 14. Anothony piro 15. Alex decarli 16. Moira sullivan 17. Debbie Fisher ceded time to Moira Sullivan 18. Lance Kuhene 19. Tom Lewis 20. Veronica Olson 21. David Keller 22. John Hanania ceded time to David Keller 23. Jane Hamilton 24. Eric ?? PC Recs: 5. Council direction to comply with 5 7/8. PC will see final eir before council; Council would like to see ordinance at workshop level. Motion to adopt made by Councilmember Barnacle, seconded by Vice Mayor Cader Thompson. Vote: Carried 43 Councilmember Barnacle, Vice Mayor Cader Thompson, Yes: Councilmember Pocekay, Mayor McDonnell No: Councilmember Healy, Councilmember Nau, Councilmember Shribbs Absent: None Recused: None ADJOURNMENT 10:50pm