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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Petaluma public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Fiscal Year 2026-2027 City Budget
The city is preparing an $18.8 million preliminary budget for Measure U, which includes significant funding for road improvements such as D Street and Caulfield. Committee members discussed how accumulated fund balances and debt service structuring make these pavement projects possible.
Mid-Year Budget Review and CIP Adjustments
The city reviewed its mid-year financial standing, highlighting pressures from inflation, rising personnel costs, and the rolling forward of capital improvement projects.