Agenda - Community Advisory Board

Communications &

Intergovernmental

Relations Office

City of Santa Rosa

637 First Street

Santa Rosa, CA 95404

COMMUNITY ADVISORY BOARD

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA AND

SUMMARY REPORT

JUNE 3, 2026

5:30 P.M.

ALL PUBLIC COMMENTS WILL BE PROVIDED IN PERSON

OR VIA EMAIL IN ADVANCE OF THE MEETINGS.

MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC CAN PARTICIPATE

IN THE MEETING BY ATTENDING IN-PERSON

FROM 637 FIRST STREET, SANTA ROSA.

THE PUBLIC CAN ALSO VIEW OR LISTEN TO THE MEETING

LIVE VIA ZOOM WEBINAR BY VISITING

HTTPS://SRCITY-ORG.ZOOM.US/J/85724523316,

OR BY DIALING 877-853-5257 AND ENTERING

WEBINAR ID: 857 2452 3316

Public Comment may be made live during the meeting In-Person from

the Communications and Intergovernmental Affairs Office at

637 First Street, Santa Rosa, or by submitting in advance via email

at svbrown@srcity.org by 12:00 p.m. on or before June 2, 2026.

Identify in the subject line of the email the agenda item number

on which you wish to comment. Email public comments will be

provided to all CAB members prior to the meeting.

IN THE EVENT A BOARD MEMBER PARTICIPATES REMOTELY

BASED ON JUST CAUSE UNDER THE BROWN ACT, THE CITY

WILL ALLOW FOR PUBLIC COMMENT THROUGH THE ZOOM

LINK OR DIAL-IN NUMBER ABOVE.

5:30 P.M.

1. CALL TO ORDER

2. REMOTE PARTICIPATION UNDER THE BROWN ACT (Gov. Code § 54953.8)

This time is reserved for any Board Member to announce remote participation

under the “Just Cause” provision of Government Code Section 54953.8.

3. ROLL CALL

4. PUBLIC COMMENTS

This is the time when any person may address matters not listed on this

agenda, but which are within the subject matter of the jurisdiction of the

board, commission, committee. The public may comment on agenda items

when the item is called. Each speaker is allowed up to three minutes.

5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

5.1

Draft Minutes - April 15, 2026

Attachments:

6. CIG RECIPIENT REPORTS

7. SCHEDULED ITEMS

7.1

PRESENTATION - CITY ASSET NAMING AND RENAMING POLICY

City Staff will provide a comprehensive overview regarding the policy

for naming and renaming City assets.

Provided for information only

City Asset Naming and Renaming Policy (000-75)

City Asset Naming and Renaming Policy Comprehensive G

City Asset Naming and Renaming Application Packet

Presentation

Attachments:

7.2

7.3

PRESENTATION - SOUTHEAST GREENWAY UPDATE

Southeast Greenway will provide updates regarding this City acquired

property.

Presentation

Attachments:

PRESENTATION - COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT GRANTS

SUMMARY FOR YEAR 2025

Staff will present a summary of the Community Improvement Grants

(CIG) for the 2025 calendar year, including the number of applications

received, projects funded, total amount awarded, and an overview of

the types of initiatives supported.

CIG Annual Report FY 2025-26

Attachments:

7.4

MOTION - COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT GRANTS DETERMINATION

- PROGRAMA COSECHA

The Programa Cosecha grant application submitted by Raizes

Collective is requesting $2,500 to fund an After-School Social Emotional

Wellness & Restorative Art Workshops and Murals Program in Santa

Rosa City Schools. Their program engages students in creative

artmaking, social-emotional learning, and restorative practices, fostering

belonging, resilience, and cultural connection. They are seeking your

support to make this program a success, ensuring that students have

access to high-quality materials, food, safe creative spaces, and

meaningful experiences that nurture their growth and leadership in

culturally relevant ways.

Provided Information - Program Cosecha CIG Application

RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended by the Communications and

Intergovernmental Relations Department that the Community Advisory

Board, by motion, determine the dispersion of this Community

Improvement Grant for the June-July 2026 period.

Program Cosecha CIG Application

Attachments:

7.5

MOTION - COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT GRANTS

DETERMINATION-SKYHAWK NEIGHBORHOOD

The Skyhawk Neighborhood grant application submitted by Skyhawk

United is requesting $2,500 to fund an event that promotes community,

culture and fun, where neighbors gather and meet one another; enjoy

an afternoon of food, entertainment, arts and culture; and share

resources on common needs and interests, such as fire safety, creek

maintenance, and school safety. Their goals are: (a) Build community

through offering an afternoon of music, food, vendors, and words from a

diverse showing of cultures represented in their neighborhood. (b) Offer

an annual event that helps build community bonds among neighbors,

where they can meet, connect, and build strong ties.

Provided Information - Skyhawk Neighborhood CIG Application

RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended by the Communications and

Intergovernmental Relations Department that the Community Advisory

Board, by motion, determine the dispersion of this Community

Improvement Grant for the June-July 2026 period.

Skyhawk CIG Application

Attachments:

7.6

MOTION - COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT GRANTS DETERMINATION

- MINOR BEATS

The Minor Beats grant application, submitted by Play It Forward Music

Foundation, requests $2,500 to support four Youth Open Mic Sessions

for young people ages 5-17. These sessions aim to provide Santa Rosa

youth with a welcoming stage to express themselves and share their

creativity through music. Live performances foster meaningful

connections within a community and create a sense of vibrancy through

shared artistic experiences. Youth Open Mic Sessions offer young

people the opportunity to perform in front of an audience is essential to

building confidence and self-expression. Additionally, practicing music

cultivates focus, strengthens time management skills, and supports

overall well-being. When youth feel supported, empowered, and

engaged in their community, the positive impact extends to the entire

community.

Provided Information - Minor Beats CIG Application

RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended by the Communications and

Intergovernmental Relations Department that the Community Advisory

Board, by motion, determine the dispersion of this Community

Improvement Grant for the June-July 2026 period.

Minor Beats CIG Application

Attachments:

7.7

MOTION - COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT GRANTS DETERMINATION

- SONOMA COUNTY VOLUNTEER FAIR

The Sonoma County Volunteer Fair, co-hosted by Los Cien and the

Center for Volunteer & Nonprofit Leadership (CVNL), is requested

$2,500 to host a volunteer fair. The fair was a countywide community

event designed to strengthen civic engagement, nonprofit capacity, and

inclusive volunteerism in Santa Rosa and across Sonoma County. Held

on March 31 and aligned with Global Volunteer Month, the event

honored the legacy of collective action while creating accessible

pathways for residents to serve their communities.

Provided Information - Sonoma County Volunteer Fair CIG Application

RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended by the Communications and

Intergovernmental Relations Department that the Community Advisory

Board, by motion, determine the dispersion of this Community

Improvement Grant for the June-July 2026 period.

Sonoma County Volunteer Fair CIG Application

Attachments:

7.8

MOTION - COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT GRANTS DETERMINATION

- COMMUNITY LISTENING PROJECT

The Community Listening Project grant application, submitted by

Listening for a Change, requests $2,500 to host two four-hour

workshops focused on developing listening skills and training

participants in conducting oral histories. This program is designed to

engage a wide range of community members. As communities become

increasingly diverse, it is essential to foster an inclusive and respectful

environment for all. Facilitating conversations and interviews across

different backgrounds helps bridge divides and address

misunderstandings related to socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity,

generation, sexual orientation, and religion. These workshops aim to

strengthen connections by encouraging participants to actively listen to

and learn from one another’s experiences.

Provided Information - Community Listening Project CIG Application

RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended by the Communications and

Intergovernmental Relations Department that the Community Advisory

Board, by motion, determine the dispersion of this Community

Improvement Grant for the June-July 2026 period.

Community Listening Project CIG Application

Attachments:

7.9

MOTION - COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT GRANTS DETERMINATION

- PROJECT TRUE: CANNABIS EDUCATION CAMPAIGN

The Northern California Center for Well-Being is requesting $2,500 for

Project TRUE: Cannabis Education Campaign, serving middle and high

school students in Roseland School District and Santa Rosa City

Schools, primarily bilingual, bicultural, and low-income youth. The

program will raise awareness of youth cannabis use and the risks of

cannabis DUI/DUID, helping teens make informed decisions. It will also

build leadership and peer mentorship through a youth-led approach,

creating an engaging environment that empowers teens to advocate for

healthy, safe choices in their communities.

Provided Information - Project TRUE: Cannabis Education Campaign

CIG Application

RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended by the Communications and

Intergovernmental Relations Department that the Community Advisory

Board, by motion, determine the dispersion of this Community

Improvement Grant for the June-July 2026 period.

Project True Cannabis Education Campaign CIG Applicatio

Attachments:

7.10

MOTION - COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT GRANTS

DETERMINATION-WESTGATE COMMUNITY OUTREACH

The Westgate Community and Secret Garden are requesting $2,500 to

support neighborhood outreach and build interest in a community

garden. Funding will be used to print flyers, host community BBQs,

create a logo, develop a garden plan, and launch social media for

ongoing engagement. Their long-term goal is to establish a secure

community garden with individual plots, surrounded by California native

plants for all to enjoy. Any surplus produce will be donated to local food

banks, supporting food security in our community.

Provided Information - Westgate Community Outreach CIG Application

RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended by the Communications and

Intergovernmental Relations Department that the Community Advisory

Board, by motion, determine the dispersion of this Community

Improvement Grant for the June-July 2026 period.

Westgate Community Outreach CIG Application

Attachments:

7.11

MOTION - COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT GRANTS

DETERMINATION- DETURK ROUND BARN NATIVE POLLINATOR

WATER WISE DEMONSTRATION GARDEN

The West End Neighborhood Association is requesting $2,500 to create

a native, pollinator-friendly, water-wise demonstration garden in the

neighborhood park. Currently, the area is weed-infested and minimally

maintained. This project will beautify the space, bring residents and

businesses together through hands-on participation, and provide an

educational resource showcasing sustainable landscaping practices for

our region.

Provided Information - Deturk Round Barn Native Pollinator Water Wise

Demonstration Garden CIG Application

RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended by the Communications and

Intergovernmental Relations Department that the Community Advisory

Board, by motion, determine the dispersion of this Community

Improvement Grant for the June-July 2026 period.

Deturk Round Barn Native Pollinator Water Wise Demonstr

Attachments:

7.12

MOTION - COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT GRANT EXTENSION-THE

WELLNESS AND CULTURAL ARTS WORKSHOP

On October 30, 2024, the Community Advisory Board (CAB) approved a

grant of $2,500 for The Wellness & Cultural Arts Workshop proposed

by BIPOC Collective. The project aimed at hosting a two-day workshop

offering free, inclusive social-emotional engagement and wellness

activities for the Santa Rosa community.

Due to unforeseen challenges with contractor availability, BIPOC

Collective requested a six-month extension, which was approved by

CAB in November 2025. The extension period concluded in May 2026.

The grantee is now requesting an additional extension through June

2026 to align project completion with the Sonoma County Juneteenth

celebration, scheduled for June 13, 2026, at Martin Luther King Jr.

Park.

RECOMMENDATION: The Communications and Intergovernmental

Relations Department recommends that the Community Advisory Board,

by motion, determine whether to approve the additional extension for

The Wellness & Cultural Arts Workshop grant application from BIPOC

Collective.

8. CAB ANNOUNCEMENTS AND ISSUES OF CONCERN TO CITY RESIDENTS

CAB Members may share community news, upcoming community events that

be of interest to the CAB, and issues of concern for residents.

9. STAFF UPDATES

This time is reserved for City staff to provide a briefing on issues of interest.

No action will be taken on these matters except to possibly place a particular

item on a future agenda for consideration.

10. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

This schedule is tentative and subject to change pending final publication and

posting of the Meeting Agenda. This time is reserved for discussion whether

to place matters on a future agenda for further discussion.

11. ADJOURNMENT

The City of Santa Rosa does not discriminate against individuals (including member(s) of a legislative body) with disabilities in

its employment, services, benefits, facilities, programs, or activities. Requests for accommodations, auxiliary aids, or services

necessary to participate in a City program, service, or activity, including printed information in alternate formats, are available by

contacting the Recording Secretary at (707) 543-4321 (TTY Relay at 711) or svbrown@srcity.org. The e-mail subject line should

read “ADA Accommodation Request” or “Language Assistance” and the email should include your name, address, telephone

number, and a description of the request. If the request is received at least seven (7) business days prior to the board meeting,

the copy shall be provided no later than two (2) business days prior to the board meeting. Meeting information can also be

accessed via the internet at http://srcity.org.