Public Safety Facility at Fairgrounds
New combined police and fire facility at the Petaluma Fairgrounds, replacing aging stations. Funded by Measure U and Measure H.
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Operational analysis identifies need
Center for Public Safety Management analysis identifies urgent need for a centrally located public safety facility.
Fairgrounds selected as preferred site
City evaluates multiple sites; Fairgrounds chosen for its central location, emergency infrastructure, and existing community role.
Voters approve Measure H funding
Sonoma County voters approve Measure H sales tax specifically supporting fire prevention and emergency response infrastructure.
Design phase underway
Architectural design work begins. Facility planned as 45,000 sq ft two-story building on 3.5-acre site at Fairgrounds.
City project page →Council approves entitlements 4-0
City Council approves CUP and SPAR for the facility on a 3.5-acre fairgrounds parcel at 866 East Washington St. Three members absent: DeCarli, Shribbs, Quint.
City Council →Bond financing authorized 5-0
Council authorizes $31M in Measure H sales tax bonds and $24M in lease revenue bonds — $55M total construction cost, $71M full project budget including design and site work. 30-year tax-exempt bonds.
City Council →Construction contract award — July 6 council meeting
Three design-build entities selected via RFQ are reviewing bid documents. Bids due May 21, 2026. Staff expects to return to council July 6, 2026 to award contract. Construction completion targeted Spring 2028.