City of Sebastopol City Council Agenda Item Report
The City Council reviewed the proposed approval of the amended and restated Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement and amended Bylaws for the Santa Rosa Plain Groundwater Sustainability Agency (SRPGSA). The primary discussion focused on updates to governance and administrative frameworks, such as the introduction of Second Alternate Directors, revised voting requirements, and clarifications regarding the roles of the Administrator and Legal Counsel. The amendments also address Advisory Committee procedures and internal administrative policies related to ethics and training. Staff confirmed that these updates are procedural in nature and do not alter the City's membership status or impose new financial obligations.
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City Of Sebastopol City Council Agenda Item Report
The City Council reviewed an analysis of credit card processing costs, noting that the city currently absorbs most fees associated with transactions for utilities, permits, and other services. The discussion focused on potential strategies for cost recovery, including the implementation of convenience fees—either percentage-based or flat fees—for customers choosing to pay by card. Staff requested direction on whether to continue the existing policy or to develop a formal implementation plan for shifting some processing costs to customers, noting that any future proposal would require review of legal requirements and system capabilities.
Oct 6, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
City Of Sebastopol City Council Agenda Item Report
The City Council reviewed and discussed the approval of Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Work Plans for several standing committees, including the Planning Commission, Design Review/Tree Board, Climate Action Committee, and Public Arts Committee. The discussion encompassed committee priorities, objectives, and strategies to align with City goals. Additionally, the Council considered requests from the Public Arts Committee and the Design Review/Tree Board to modify their meeting schedules to improve project advancement and work plan implementation.
Oct 6, 2026·Board meeting
City Council Regular Meeting
The council approved multiple proclamations recognizing Breast Cancer Awareness, Zero Waste Week, and Domestic Violence Awareness. Consent calendar actions included the adoption of the annual planning report, an age limit reduction for the climate action committee youth representative, and approvals for various grant applications and construction management task orders. The council approved an amendment to the Enterprise Fund Oversight Committee to require a CPA member, received a police report on the exigent use of surveillance technology, and authorized the publication of a budget summary. Additional discussions resulted in the approval of commission and committee work plans, a decision to pursue enforcement rather than rezoning for outdoor commercial barbecues, and the appointment of a council liaison to address racism and social bullying in coordination with a new graffiti ordinance.
