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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Petaluma public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Election Candidate Profile
District 2 voters are getting a look at City Council candidate John Shribbs' platform as the election kicks into high gear. He's focusing on big local issues like housing, road repairs, and making city government more transparent.
Rainbow Bridge Pet Commemoration Project
Community advocates presented plans to establish a painted pedestrian bridge as a respectful memorial for deceased pets, proposing sites at Almond Marsh and Prince Park. The commission supported locating the project at the Washington Creek bridge in Prince Park.
Tree Advisory Committee Subcommittee Reorganization
The committee is reviewing its internal ad hoc subcommittees to determine if they should be disbanded, restructured, or replaced with standardized advisory templates.
Historic Addition at 535 Howard Street
A homeowner is adding a 408-square-foot addition to the back of their historic 1917 bungalow in the Oakhill-Brewster Historic District. The project preserves original details, reuses salvaged siding, and fits neatly into the neighborhood's character without harming the historic street view.