District 6 Council Member· 2024-2028
Brian Barnacle
Petaluma
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 29
- Total speaking time
- 5:08:30
- Avg per meeting
- 10:38
- Segments
- 6057
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Top issues during term (20)
Petaluma Zoning Reform Phase 1
Will require city budgetary resources and staff time, with potential long-term cost savings for project applicants through streamlined permitting.
mayoral election
The outcome of this election will directly shape how your tax dollars are spent and how aggressively the city pursues new development.
Storm Preparedness and Hazard Mitigation
The city is pursuing grants, including roughly a million dollars toward a resilience center at the fairgrounds.
Immigrant Rights and Sanctuary Policies
Absorbed within existing operating budgets through staff training and administrative updates.
Mascots 2.0 Regional Transit Coordination and Proposed Route Changes
Reduces operating costs and addresses budget deficits through service cutbacks.
Measure M Parks Investment and Measure H Renewal
Generates approximately $880,000 annually on average for Petaluma park maintenance and capital improvements.
Urban Canopy Grants and Tree Planting Initiatives
Grant-funded through Forest Service allocations with city maintenance support.
Caulfield Lane Paving and Street Tree Planting
Project costs depend on final design choices and Caltrans funding for stormwater bioswales.
Petaluma Fairgrounds Master Plan and Community Resilience Center
Affects municipal revenues and operational costs associated with fairgrounds management.
Independent Police Auditor Annual Oversight
The IPA contract's cost wasn't discussed, but the commenter questioned whether the spend is justified.
Airport Infrastructure Projects and Taxilane B Reconstruction
Repair and inspection costs handled through operational maintenance budgets.
Mobile Home Park Management Practices and Tenant Concerns
Protects mobile home park residents from unapproved rent increases.
Restructuring of Municipal Animal Services
Increases annual city expenditures on animal services from $500,000 to approximately $1.5 million.
AI Data Center Zoning Definitions and Energy Impacts
Negligible direct financial impact, preventing potential high-utility, low-job commercial uses.
Fleet Modernization and Zero-Emission Bus Rollout
Seeks $4.8 million in external grant funding for capital equipment replacement.
Rainbow Bridge Pet Commemoration Project
Project is volunteer-led and donor-supported with no direct burden on city operating funds.
Naming of Petaluma Community Sports Fields Baseball Field after John 'JJ' Jackson
Negligible costs associated with signage and dedication ceremonies.
Non-Aeronautical Airport Storage and Fee Policy
Potential adjustment of fees and charges for city department storage and operations on airport grounds.
E-Bike Safety and Oversized Vehicle Parking Enforcement
Staff time dedicated to preparing reports and conducting targeted traffic enforcement operations.
election candidate profile
Depending on his future policy decisions, his stances on housing and road repairs could shift how your tax dollars are spent around town.
Decisions during term (299)
Recorded while Barnacle was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approval of September 23, 2026 meeting minutes
Election of Danielle Nelson as chair
Election of Julia Macias as vice chair
Motion to extend meeting five minutes
Approval of September 16, 2026 Meeting Minutes
Recommendation to Name Baseball Field After John 'JJ' Jackson
Approval of Minutes for the meeting of September 16, 2026
Adjournment
Approval of Minutes for the meeting of September 16, 2026.
Approval of September 2026 Meeting Minutes
Approval of Construction Contract for PIPS Parallel Force Main Project
Tentative Agenda for City Council/PCDSA Regular Meeting of November 9, 2026 and Significant Agenda Items for October - December 2026
Recommendation on Phase 1 Zoning Amendments and Map
Approval of Minutes
Approval of Minutes for January 6, 2026
Approval of Minutes for February 24, 2026
Approval of Minutes for July 7, 2026
Major Historic Site Plan and Architectural Review for 535 Howard Street (PLSR-2026-0012)
Election of Committee Chair
Election of Committee Vice Chair
Voting record (136)
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