Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Serena L. Lienau’s organization
Oct 15, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
City Of Santa Rosa Board Of Public Utilities Meeting
The board meeting included the swearing-in of a new board member and a proclamation honoring a retiring employee. A water supply update was presented, discussing current storage levels in Lake Pillsbury, Lake Mendocino, and Lake Sonoma, as well as the benefits of forecast-informed reservoir operations. A public question regarding the seismic safety of the dam at Lake Pillsbury was addressed by staff. The board also approved a consent calendar and heard a presentation regarding an amendment to a professional services agreement for the implementation of new backflow device tracking software.
Enterprise
Get verified public-sector contacts at scale
Find verified emails, direct dials, role context, job-change updates, and organization signals across every public-sector account you sell to.
The City Council held a study session regarding the issuance of municipal bonds and disclosure responsibilities under federal securities laws. The presentation provided an overview of public finance, including the mechanics of issuing municipal bonds, different security structures, and the competitive versus negotiated sale processes. Subject matter experts from the finance department and outside firms discussed the city's upcoming need for funding wastewater projects, detailing the legal and financial obligations of issuers, the importance of accurate disclosure to investors, and the city's adopted debt management and disclosure policies to ensure ongoing compliance with federal securities regulations.
Oct 13, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
City of Santa Rosa Public Safety Subcommittee Public Safety Subcommittee Meeting
The meeting featured public comment regarding safety concerns in the Santa Rosa Junior College neighborhood, where residents reported aggressive and erratic behavior. The police department presented proposed ordinances and amendments, including new regulations for recreational vehicle parking to address long-term habitation and traffic obstruction, as well as proposed amendments to the existing panhandling ordinance to prohibit activity in center medians and at fuel stations to enhance pedestrian and motorist safety.
Oct 12, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
City Of Santa Rosa Economic Development Subcommittee Meeting
The subcommittee discussed the future of the Economic Development Strategic Plan as it nears its three-year maturity point. Staff solicited recommendations for the next iteration of the plan, with agreement that the overall strategic direction is sound but requires ongoing evaluation. The committee also initiated a discussion on downtown vibrancy, identifying key topics such as parking, event management, and business outreach. Staff and committee members emphasized the importance of aligning retail strategies and property owner engagement with broader community and economic goals.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
