2025/06/24 City Council Agenda Packet
"We Care for Our Residents by Working Together to
Build a Better Community for Today and Tomorrow."
ROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL, ROHNERT PARK FINANCING AUTHORITY (RPFA),
SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
JOINT REGULAR MEETING
Tuesday, June 24, 2025
Open Session: 5:00 PM
MEETING LOCATION: CITY HALL - COUNCIL CHAMBER
130 Avram Avenue, Rohnert Park, California
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: The Rohnert Park City Council welcomes your attendance, interest and
participation at its regular meetings scheduled on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month at 5:00
p.m. in the Council Chambers.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS: Provides an opportunity for public comment on items not listed on the agenda,
or on agenda items if unable to comment at the scheduled time (limited to three minutes per appearance
with a maximum allowance of 30 minutes allotted per comment period, with time limits subject to
modification by the City Council in accordance with the adopted City Council Protocols). Please fill out
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Members of the public may also provide advanced comments by email at publiccomment@rpcity.org
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the Agenda Item for which the comment is submitted. Email comments must identify the Agenda Item
Number in the subject line of the email. The emails will not be read for the record but will be
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records and subject to disclosure under the California Public Records Act.
City Council/RPFA agendas and minutes may be viewed at the City's website: www.rpcity.org.
PUBLIC HEARINGS: Council/RPFA may discuss and/or take action on any or all of the items listed on
this agenda. If you challenge decisions of the City Council or the Rohnert Park Financing Authority of
the City of Rohnert Park in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else
raised at public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the City
of Rohnert Park at, or prior to the public hearing(s).
RIGHT TO APPEAL: Judicial review of any city administrative decision pursuant to Code of Civil
Procedure Section 1094.5 may be had only if a petition is filed with the court no later than the deadlines
specified in Section 1094.6 of the California Code of Civil Procedure, which generally limits the time
within which the decision may be challenged to the 90th day following the date that the decision
1.CITY COUNCIL/RPFA/SUCCESSOR AGENCY JOINT REGULAR MEETING - CALL
TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
(Adams_____Elward_____Rodriguez_____Sanborn______Giudice______)
2.READING OF THE LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENT
The City of Rohnert Park acknowledges Indigenous Peoples as the traditional stewards of the
land. Let it be acknowledged that the City of Rohnert Park is located within the traditional
homelands of the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria, comprised of Coast Miwok and
Southern Pomo peoples.
3.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4.CLOSED SESSION
4.A Report on Closed Session Previously Held on June 17, 2025, to Consider Conference with
Legal Counsel - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION - Initiation of litigation pursuant to
paragraph (4) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9: One Case
5.PRESENTATIONS AND DEPARTMENT HEAD BRIEFINGS
5.A Mayor's Recognition: Honoring Rancho Cotate High School Cougars Baseball Team for
winning the 2025 California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) Northern California Division
III Baseball Championship
Item 4.A.
6.PUBLIC COMMENTS
Persons wishing to address the Council on any Consent Calendar item or on City business not
listed on the Agenda may do so at this time. Each speaker will be allotted three minutes. Those
becomes final.
SIMULTANEOUS MEETING COMPENSATION DISCLOSURE (Government Code Section
54952.3): Members of the City Council receive no additional compensation as a result of convening this
joint meeting of the City Council and the Rohnert Park Financing Authority.
CITY COUNCIL GOALS: On May 14, 2024, the Rohnert Park City Council adopted the following
multi-year broad goals (listed below in no particular order):
1.Long Term Financial Sustainability 3.Planning and Infrastructure
2.Community Quality of Life 4.Organization Well Being
THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK WANTS TO CONNECT WITH YOU!
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communications support to the City as a whole. Please visit rpcity.org/i_want_to__/connect to stay
connected and informed.
wishing to address the Council should refer to Page 1 for information on how to submit public
comments.
6.A Public Comment
Item 6 Public Comment
Item 6 Public Comment 2
Item 6 Materials Distributed at the Meeting
7.CONSENT CALENDAR
All items on the Consent Calendar will be considered together by one or more action(s) of the City
Council and/or the Rohnert Park Financing Authority and Successor Agency to the Community
Development Commission, whichever is applicable, unless any Council Member or anyone else
interested in a consent calendar item has a question about the item.
Council Motion/Vote:
(Adams_____Elward_____Rodriguez_____Sanborn______Giudice______)
7.A Acceptance of Reports from Finance Department (This is not a project under California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA))
Item 7.A.1. City Bills/Demands for Payment dated May 24, 2025 through June 9, 2025
Item 7.A.2. Successor Agency- Cash Report as of May 31, 2025
Item 7.A.3. City- Cash Report for Month as of May 31, 2025
7.B Approval of Minutes (This is not a project under California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA)):
Item 7.B.1. City Council/RPFA/Successor Agency Joint Regular Meeting June 10, 2025
Item 7.B.2. City Council Special Meeting June 10, 2025
7.C Receive Progress Report on the Status of the Emergency Public Safety Antenna and Radio
System Replacement Project (CIP2412), as required by the Public Contract Code and by
Minute Order, authorize the continuation of Resolution 2024-051 until the emergency
action is completed (This is not a project under California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA))
Item 7.C.
7.D Accepting an Increase of 2.19% to the Maximum Rate charged by Recology Effective
July 1st, 2025 Pursuant to the Terms of the Exclusive Franchise Agreement (This action is
not a Project under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA))
Item 7.D.
7.E By Minute Order, Authorize the City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 2 to Task
Order 2024-02 with GHD Inc. for Additional Construction Management and Inspection
Services for the Southwest Boulevard Complete Streets Project, (Project No. CIP2023) in
an Amount Not to Exceed $55,205, for a Total Contract Amount of $388,948, (This
project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to
Section 15302 (Replacement or Reconstruction) of CEQA Guidelines. (14 Cal. Code
Regs. §§ 15302))
Item 7.E.
7.F Authorize the City Manager to Sign Agreements for Homeless Services in Rohnert Park
for Fiscal Year 2025-26 with (1) Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Santa Rosa for
Mobile Outreach Services in an amount not to exceed $190,752, (2) Unsheltered Friends
Outreach for Direct Support of Unsheltered Persons in an amount not to exceed $36,000
(3) HomeFirst of Santa Clara County for the Labath Landing Terms of Service and
Annual Budget in an amount not to exceed $2,518,337 (This action is not a Project under
the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA))
Item 7.F.
7.G Adopt Resolution 2025-041 Approving a Services Agreement with Davey Resources
Group, Inc. For the Development of the City’s Urban Forest Management Plan in an
Amount Not to Exceed $150,000, Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the
Agreement, and Finding the Agreement is not subject to the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA))
Item 7.G.
7.H Adopt Resolution 2025-042 Authorizing and Approving the Director of Finance to
Amend the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Budget within Fund 5720 – Housing Successor Agency
(This is Not a Project under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA))
Item 7.H.
7.I Adopt Resolution 2025-043 Adopting the Parks and Recreation Master Plan Update (This
action is not a Project under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA))
Item 7.I.
7.J Adopt Resolution 2025-044 Accepting Offers of Dedication for a Public Sanitary Sewer
Easement and a Sewer Access Easement over the Property Located at 5000 and 5004
Dowdell Avenue (CEQA Status: Consistent with the Mitigated Negative Declaration
Adopted by the Planning Commission on June 25, 2020, by Resolution 2020-15)
Item 7.J.
7.K Adopt Resolution 2025-045 Authorizing and Approving a Letter Agreement to the
Outline of Certain Conditions of Employment, Fringe Benefits, and Salary for the
Confidential Unit and the Management Unit (This Action is Not a Project under California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA))
Item 7.K.
8.REGULAR ITEMS
8.A 1) Review Annual Cost Recovery Analysis and Provide Direction on Staff
Recommendation to Implement Phase I of the Financial Sustainability Policy for Parks
and Recreation by Recommending a Shift from Service Areas to Service Categories; and
2) Review Associated Revised Cost Recovery/Subsidy Recommendations (This Action is
Not a Project under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA))
A. Staff Report
B. Public Comments
C. Council Discussion/Direction
Item 8.A. Staff Report and Attachments
Item 8.A. Presentation
Item 8.A. Supplemental - Service Areas and Cost Recovery Workbook 2024 - Added
6/24/25 at 12:26 pm
9.COMMITTEE / LIAISON / OTHER REPORTS
This time is set aside to allow Council members serving on Council committees or on regional
boards, commissions or committees to present a verbal report on the activities of the respective
boards, commissions or committees on which they serve. Per Government Code Section
53232.3(d), Councilmembers shall provide brief reports on meetings attended at the expense of the
City. No action may be taken.
9.A City Standing Committees, Council Liaison Assignments, Outside Agency and Mayors &
Councilmembers/City Selection Committee Appointments and Reports Under
Government Code Section 53232.3(d):
1. Adams
1. Rohnert Park Cotati Regional Library Advisory Board Meeting (6/17)
2. Elward
3. Rodriguez
1. Chamber Of Commerce Board of Directors Meeting (6/17)
4. Sanborn
1. Santa Rosa Plain Groundwater Sustainability Agency (6/12)
2. Zero Waste Sonoma Board of Directors Meeting (6/19)
3. Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG) Annual General Assembly
(6/20)
5. Giudice
1. Sonoma County Mayors' and Councilmembers Association Board of
Directors (6/12)
2. Mayors and Council Members' Association of Sonoma County Legislative
Committee (6/20)
10.COMMUNICATIONS
Copies of communications have been provided to Council for review prior to this meeting. Council
Members desiring to read or discuss any communication may do so at this time. No action may be
taken except to place a particular item on a future agenda for Council consideration.
11.ADDING AGENDA ITEMS TO A FUTURE CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
At this time, any Councilmember may request the City Manager or Designee to add an item to a
future agenda. Pursuant to the City Council Protocols, a concurrence of two Councilmembers is
needed for the City Manager to consider the request. In accordance with the Brown Act,
Councilmembers may only discuss whether the item should be placed on a subsequent agenda for
deliberation and action. The City Manager will be responsible for placement of requested items on
the agenda after evaluation of all requests for, among other things, time-sensitivity, and number of
items already agendized.
12.PUBLIC COMMENTS
Persons wishing to address the Council on any Consent Calendar item or on City business not
listed on the Agenda may do so at this time. Each speaker will be allotted three minutes. Those
wishing to address the Council should refer to Page 1 for information on how to submit public
comments.
13.ADJOURNMENT
NOTE: Time shown for any particular matter on the agenda is an estimate only. Matters may be
considered earlier or later than the time indicated depending on the pace at which the meeting proceeds.
If you wish to speak on an item under discussion by the Council which appears on this agenda, please
refer to page 1 for more details on submitting a public comment. Any item raised by a member of the
public which is not on the agenda and may require Council action shall be automatically referred to
staff for investigation and disposition which may include placing on a future agenda. If the item is
deemed to be an emergency or the need to take action arose after posting of the agenda within the
meaning of Government Code Section 54954.2(b), Council is entitled to discuss the matter to determine
if it is an emergency item under said Government Code and may take action thereon.
AGENDA REPORTS & DOCUMENTS: A paper copy of all staff reports and documents subject to
disclosure that relate to each item of business referred to on the agenda are available for public
inspection at City Hall, 130 Avram Avenue, Rohnert Park, California 94928. Electronic copies of all
staff reports and documents subject to disclosure that relate to each item of business referred to on the
agenda are available for public inspection on
https://www.rpcity.org/city_hall/city_council/meeting_central. Any writings or documents subject to
disclosure that are provided to all, or a majority of all, of the members of the City Council regarding
any item on this agenda after the agenda has been distributed will be made available for inspection at
City Hall and on our website at the same time. Any writings or documents subject to disclosure that are
provided to the City Council during the meeting will be made available for public inspection during
meeting and on our website following the meeting.
AMERICAN DISABILITY ACT ACCOMMODATION: Any member of the public who needs
accommodations should email the ADA Coordinator at jcannon@rpcity.org or by calling 707-588-2221.
Notification at least 72 hours prior to the meeting will enable the ADA Coordinator to use her best
efforts to provide reasonable accommodations to provide as much accessibility as possible while also
maintaining public safety in accordance with the City procedure for resolving reasonable
accommodation requests. Information about reasonable accommodations is available on the City
website at
https://www.rpcity.org/city_hall/departments/human_resources/a_d_a_and_accessibility_resources .
CERTIFICATION OF POSTING OF AGENDA
I, Sylvia Lopez Cuevas, City Clerk, for the City of Rohnert Park, declare that the foregoing agenda was
posted and available for review on June 18, 2025, at Rohnert Park City Hall, 130 Avram Avenue,
Rohnert Park, California 94928. The agenda is also available on the City web site at www.rpcity.org.
Executed this 18th day of June, 2025 at Rohnert Park, California.
Sylvia Lopez Cuevas
Office of the City Clerk
Honoring
THE RANCHO COTATE COUGARS BASEBALL TEAM
ON WINNING THE 2025 CALIFORNIA INTERSCHOLASTIC FEDERATION
NORCAL DIVISION III BASEBALL CHAMPIONSHIP
On behalf of the City of Rohnert Park, I am proud to recognize and congratulate the Rancho Cotate High School
Cougars Baseball Team for their remarkable achievement in winning the 2025 California Interscholastic Federation
(CIF) Northern California Division III Baseball Championship.
This outstanding accomplishment is a testament to the team's dedication, perseverance, and teamwork throughout the
season. Under the guidance of their coaches and with the unwavering support of their families, school, and community,
the Cougars demonstrated exceptional skill, sportsmanship, and determination on their path to victory.
Their success not only brings pride to Rancho Cotate High School but also serves as an inspiration to young athletes
across our city. The Cougar spirit, both on and off the field, reflects the best of Rohnert Park—commitment, unity, and
excellence.
Congratulations to the players, coaches, and everyone involved in this historic season. The City of Rohnert Park
celebrates your hard work and championship title!
Signed this 24th day of June 2025
By: ___________________________________________
Gerard Giudice, Mayor
Item 4.A.
From:Laurie alderman
To:mkenyon@bwslaw.com; Giudice, Gerard; Admin; Sanborn, Emily; Adams, Susan; Elward, Jackie; Michael
Ceremello
Cc:CityClerk; Machado, Elizabeth; George Barich; Adina Flores
Subject:my public comment for Tuesday
Date:Sunday, June 22, 2025 11:34:25 PM
Attachments:Brown Act various codes on open meetings.doc
EXTERNAL EMAIL
Piggybacking on Mr. Ceremello's email below, I would also like
this to be included as my public comment on how the minutes
should be corrected for Tuesday's Rohnert Park council
meeting. This is how the minutes read which is far from what
happened last meeting:
For one correction, the name is George Barich. There was a
contentious exchange between Mayor Giudice -- there is a lot of
personal history there and the exchange was both of their doing,
not just Mr. Barich.
Peter Alexander was not bullied by George Barich before the
meeting began and that should be removed. There is video of
what happened before the meeting. Peter Alexander stood up
in front of everyone going off into a speech on his beliefs.
George merely told Mr. Alexander to sit down and stop
commandeering the attention of the people there.
The whole issue of the land acknowledgment is a continuing saga
between a few citizens and the City of Cotati. More was said by
Mr. Barich and Mr. Ceremello than was reflected in the minutes.
Please correct the minutes for a more accurate depiction of what
happened. I was dismayed that by an hour later the "news"
had traveled to the Cotati City council meeting about Mr.
Barich's "disruption" of the Rohnert Park council meeting. The
code enforcement attorney Robert Smith in Cotati used this
"disruption" of Rohnert Park's meeting against Mr. Barich the
next morning at George Barich's code enforcement hearing.
There is video of this meeting available too. I found this whole
process of "news" coming over to the City of Cotati as quick as
lightening....it was like high school gossip once again. Do better
and realize there are communities outside of Cotati and Rohnert
Park to consider.
Below are two articles that might interest you about what the
land acknowledgment/Brown Act issues are in Cotati.
George Barich critiques Cotati commission's land
acknowledgment as religious oversimplification
George Barich critiques Cotati commission's
land acknowledgment as relig...
Barich challenges the validity of land acknowledgment,
labeling it as a misguided religious practice.
54952.7.
https://www.citizenportal.ai/articles/3798905/Cotati-
City/Sonoma-County/California/Cotati-City-Council-faces-
public-backlash-over-agenda-and-Brown-Act-violations
Sincerely,
Laurie Alderman
Citizen of Cotati.
On Sunday, June 22, 2025 at 10:48:23 PM PDT, Michael Ceremello <2rosebudd2@sbcglobal.net> wrote:
Mayor Giudice, Councilmembers, City Staff and City Attorney Michelle Marchetta Kenyon,
At the request of my long time friend, former Councilman George Barich, I have attended the last two
Rohnert Park council meetings. I am as concerned as George how you run your meetings. The Ralph M.
Brown Act has been in place since 1953 and there is a requirement AB1234 mandating annual ethics
training for councils. Many city attorneys include the Brown Act training at the same time the required AB
1234 takes place. Also, any agency can provide a copy of the Brown Act to their legislative body:
A legislative body of a local agency may require that a copy of this chapter
be given to each member of the legislative body and any person elected to serve as a
member of the legislative body who has not assumed the duties of office. An elected
legislative body of a local agency may require that a copy of this chapter be given to
each member of each legislative body all or a majority of whose members are
appointed by or under the authority of the elected legislative body.
(Amended by Stats. 1993, Ch. 1138, Sec. 7. Effective January 1, 1994. Operative April 1, 1994, by
Sec. 12 of Ch. 1138.)
I do not know whether any such training has been given to you. As public comment at the last meeting
extended past the time I had to leave for Cotati's council meeting, I was unable to ask that question.
Perhaps your attorney can respond to this email and inform me whether or not this has been done.
I have included an attachment which delineates various important points within the Brown Act.
I would pay particular attention to 54953.3. Mayor Giudice, your pink card correctly states that it is
voluntary to fill out a speaker card. However, I noticed on your overhead that it does not contain that
same language which intentionally is done to confuse the public into filling out the card and also by your
insistence that this be done. Logically, if it is not required to fill out a speaker card and, according
to 54954.3. (a), any "member of the public" has the right "to directly address the legislative body on any
item of interest" it is incumbent on you to ask all of those in attendance if they have comments on each
and every agenda item. If you prefer not to do that, when "any member" of the public hails you from the
audience, it is proper to recognize that individual.
Mr. Giudice, I would prefer that we keep this professional. While I understand that Mr. Barich and you
have a history within the Cotati political arena, it has nothing to do with the public's right to address any
item you have on your agenda. Removing items from the agenda, then performing them anyway, has
been tried and defeated in your neighboring city. My own city had to be informed by their city attorney of
my right to address "council comments" when the mayor attempted to deny this to me.
Rather than continuing to waste time debating the law especially after it has been presented to you, the
easiest solution is to allow Mr. Barich or anyone with the same or opposite position to speak to Land
Acknowledgement. While this topic means nothing to me, my right as well as others' right to speak on it,
means a great deal to me.
I will be at this coming Tuesday's meeting and I will be prepared to speak on this topic if the mayor's
approach is not altered. I will speak during the Land Acknowledgement part rather than citizens' business
because that is where the issue lies.
Yours in community service,
Michael J. Ceremello, Jr.
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From:Laurie alderman
To:Public Comment
Subject:public comment for correction of the minutes.
Date:Tuesday, June 24, 2025 1:37:33 PM
Attachments:image006.png
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EXTERNAL EMAIL
Below is my public comment on how the minutes should be corrected for
Tuesday's Rohnert Park council meeting. This is how the minutes read
which is far from what happened last meeting:
For one correction, the name is George Barich. There was a contentious
exchange between Mayor Giudice -- there is a lot of personal history
there and the exchange was both of their doing, not just Mr. Barich.
Peter Alexander was not bullied by George Barich before the meeting
began and that should be removed. There is video of what happened
before the meeting. Peter Alexander stood up in front of everyone going
off into a speech on his beliefs. George merely told Mr. Alexander to sit
down and stop commandeering the attention of the people there.
The whole issue of the land acknowledgment is a continuing saga
between a few citizens and the City of Cotati. More was said by Mr.
Barich than was reflected in the minutes. Please correct the minutes for a
more accurate depiction of what happened. I was dismayed that by an
hour later the "news" had traveled to the Cotati City council meeting
about Mr. Barich's "disruption" of the Rohnert Park council meeting. The
code enforcement attorney Robert Smith in Cotati used this "disruption"
of Rohnert Park's meeting against Mr. Barich the next morning at George
Barich's code enforcement hearing. There is video of this meeting
available too. I found this whole process of "news" coming over to the
City of Cotati as quick as lightening....it was like high school gossip at
Rancho Cotate High School once again. Do better and realize there are
communities outside of Cotati and Rohnert Park to consider.
Below are two articles that might interest you about what the land
acknowledgment/Brown Act issues are in Cotati.
George Barich critiques Cotati commission's land acknowledgment as
religious oversimplification
George Barich critiques Cotati commission's land
acknowledgment as relig...
Barich challenges the validity of land acknowledgment, labeling it
as a misguided religious practice.
https://www.citizenportal.ai/articles/3798905/Cotati-City/Sonoma-
County/California/Cotati-City-Council-faces-public-backlash-over-
agenda-and-Brown-Act-violations
Sincerely,
Laurie Alderman
Citizen of Cotati.
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CITY BILLS/DEMANDS FOR PAYMENT
June 24 , 2025
Check Number: 600015327 -600015593 1,109,9 32 .14
Dated : May 24 , 2025 -June 09, 2025
TOTAL $1 ,109,932 .14
Item 7.A.1.
CITY BILLS DEMANDS FOR PAYMENT DATED MAY 24 2025 THROUGH JUN 09 2025
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CH ECK NUMBER CHE CK DATE VENDOR NAME FUND ACCOUN T AMOUNT
600015347 05/28/2025 LES SCHWAB TIRE CENTER General Fund Special Dept Expense 21.91
600015348 05/28/2025 REDACTED RETIREE General Fund Benefit Medical Reimb 1,085.80
600015349 05/28/2025 SANTA ROSA AUTO PARTS Fleet Services ISF Special Dept Expense 695.40
600015349 05/28/2025 SAN TA ROSA AUTO PARTS Fleet Services I SF Special De p t Exp ense 13 .28
6000 1534 9 05/28/2025 SANTA ROSA AUTO PA RTS Fleet Services ISF Sp ecial De pt Expense 7.05
600015350 05/28/2025 N ICK BA RBI ER I TRUCK ING LLC Fleet Services ISF Fleet Veh Re p airs for SWR 47.61
600015350 05/28/2025 NICK BARBIER I TRUCK ING LLC Fleet Services ISF Fleet Veh Repairs for Parks 45.00
600015351 05/28/2025 ONE STEP GP S General Fund Contract -Outsi de Services 1,026.00
600015352 05/28/2025 FELICITY LYSTRA General Fund Travel and Training 79 .35
600015353 05/28/2025 JUSTIN ROSALES General Fund Trave l and Training 1,402.06
600015354 05/28/2025 LOR I NEWZELL General Fund Special Dept Expense 42.17
600015355 05/28/2025 TERESA PIOTRKOWSKI General Fund Travel and Training 1,902.14
600015356 05 /28/202 5 TERESA ZWILLIN GER General Fund Special Dept Expense 500.00
600015357 05/28/2025 Lin da T h ierry General Fu n d Othr A ccru e d Li a b .-PrkRec Rf nd 100.00
600015358 05/28/2025 Migu e l Ca storena General Fund Othr Accru ed Li ab .-PrkRec Rf n d 659.00
600015359 05/28/2025 PACIF IC GAS & ELECTRIC General Fund Utility-Electr ic 5,296 .33
600015359 05/28/2025 PACI FIC GAS & ELECTRIC General Fund Utility-Electric 5,058.03
600015359 05/28/2025 PACI FI C GAS & ELECTRIC General Fund Utili ty-Electric 6,8 24 .91
600015360 05/28/2025 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC General Fund Utility-Electric 1,971 .27
600015360 05/28/2025 PAC IFIC GAS & ELECTR IC General Fu nd Utility-Electric 174.38
600015360 05/28/2025 PAC IFIC GAS & ELECTR IC General Fund Utility-Electric 1,614.67
600015361 05/28/2025 SAFETY-KLEEN SYSTEMS INC General Fund Hazard Material 663 .89
600015361 05/28/2025 SAF ETY -KL EEN SYSTEMS INC Fleet Services ISF Hazard M ateria l 45 8.00
600015361 05/28/2025 SAF ETY-KLEEN SYSTEMS IN C Fl eet Services I SF Hazard M ateria l (2 18.50 )
600015361 05/28/2025 SAFETY-KLEE N SYSTEMS INC Water Util it y Fund Hazard M ater ial 404 .24
600015362 05/28/2025 SANTA ROSA CAMPWAY IN C Fl eet Services ISF Fleet V eh Repairs for Parks 109 .20
6000 153 63 05/28/2025 SIX ROB BLEES' INC Fleet Services ISF Fleet Veh Repa irs for Streets 134 .38
600015363 05/28/2025 SIX ROBBLEES' INC Fl eet Services ISF Fleet Veh Repa irs for Parks 11 .58
600015363 05/28/2025 SIX RO BB LE E$' INC Fleet Services ISF Fl eet Veh Repa irs for Parks 348 .56
600015363 05/28/2025 SIX ROB BLEES' IN C Fleet Services ISF Fleet Veh Re pairs for Parks 100.08
600015364 05/28/2025 SKYV IEW TREE EXPERTS INC General Fund General Liab Minor Claim Damag 29 ,500 .00
600015 365 05/28/2025 SNAP-ON I NCORPORATED Fleet Services ISF Specia l Dept Exp ense 298.65
600015365 05/28/202 5 SN A P-O N I NCO RP ORATED Fleet Services ISF Sp ecia l Dept Exp ense 299.40
600015366 05/28/2025 SONOMA COU NTY EN V IRONMENTAL H EAL TH & SAFETY General Fund Li cense & Pe r mit 944.00
600015366 05/28/2025 SONOMA COU NTY ENV IRONMENTAL H EALTH & SAFETY General Fund Licen se & Permit 944 .00
600015366 05/28/2025 SONOMA COU NTY ENV IRONMENTAL H EALTH & SAFE TY General Fund License & Pe r m it 944.00
600015367 05/28/2025 STEV EN FOG LE General Fund Recruitment 1,000.00
600015 368 05/28/2025 SUZANNE BONTEMP O General Fund Contract -Out side Services 521 .58
600015369 05/28/2025 THS TITANS BOOSTE RS INC Rohne rt Pa rk Foundation G rants-Small Grant s Program 3,817 .55
600015370 05/28/2025 MONARCH LAN DSCAPE HOLDINGS LLC General Fund Contract -Outsi de Services 15,095 .00
600015371 05/28/2025 VESTIS GROUP I NC Fleet Services ISF U nifo r m La u n d ry 30.11
600015371 05/28/2025 VESTIS GROUP I NC Fleet Servi ces ISF Unifo rm Lau n d ry 33.71
600015371 05/28/2025 VESTI S GROUP I N C Fleet Services ISF Haza r d M aterial 40.00
600015372 05/28/2025 WESTE RN EXTR ICATION SP ECIALI STS I NC General Fu nd Equipment, Smal l Office & Tool 439 .14
600 015 37 3 05/28/2025 WYATT IRRIGATION CO General Fu nd Special Dept Exp ense 29 .95
600015374 05/30/2025 ACCESS CIG LLC General Fu nd Contract -Outsi de Services 14 .02
60001537 4 05/30/2025 ACCESS CIG LLC General Fund Contract -Out si de Services 63.61
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CHECK NUMBER CHECK DATE VENDOR NAME FUND ACCOUNT AMOUNT
600015374 05/30/2025 ACCESS CIG LLC General Fund Contract -Outside Services 11.07
600015374 05/30/2025 ACC ESS CIG LLC General Fund Contract -Outside Services 10.18
600015374 05/30/2025 ACCESS CIG LLC General Fund Contract -Outside Services 14 .02
600015374 05/30/2025 ACCESS CIG LLC General Fund Contract -Outsi de Services 34.68
600015375 05/30/2025 HAROLD A. STEUBER I NC Genera l Fund Specia l Dept Expense 44.30
600015375 05/30/2025 HAROLD A. STEUB ER I NC General Fund Specia l Dept Expense 8.00
600015375 05/30/2025 HARO LD A. STEUBER I NC General Fund Specia l Dept Expense 8.00
600015375 05/30/2025 HAROLD A. STEUBE R I NC General Fund Specia l Dept Expense 8.00
600015376 05/30/2025 BETTYJANE HOTA LI NG General Fund Contract Services-I nstructors 3,513.25
600015377 05/30/2025 BURKE W I LLIAMS & SO REN SEN LLP General Fund Professional Legal Fees 2,917.20
600015377 05/30/2025 BURKE WILLI AMS & SORENSEN LLP General Fund Professional Legal Fees 5,419.96
600015377 05/30/2025 BURKE WILLI AMS & SORENSEN LL P General Fund Professional Legal Fees 15,485.88
600015378 05/30/2025 CAPTIONS UN LI M ITED OF NEVADA I NC General Fu nd Contract -Outside Services 405.00
600015378 05/30/2025 CA PTIONS UN LIMITED OF NEVADA I NC General Fu nd Contract -Outside Services 472.50
600015379 05/30/2025 CDW GOVERNMENT General Fu nd Equipment, Small Office & Tool 1,987.53
600015380 05/30/2025 CLEARSTAR INC General Fund Recruitment 474.69
600015380 05/30/2025 CLEARSTAR INC General Fund Recruitment 1,008.63
600015381 05/30/2025 COAR DES IGN GROUP Government CIP Non-Capital Projects 1,962.00
600015382 05/30/2025 THE COMMUNITY VOI CE/SHAH FAMILY LLC General Fund Advertising 435.00
600015382 05/30/2025 THE COMMUNITY VOICE/S HAH FAMILY LLC General Fund Advertising 1,310.00
6000 15383 05/30/2025 HELEN CROSBY General Fund Deferred Inflows 400.00
600015383 05/30/2025 HE LEN CROSBY General Fund Grants-Other (400 .00)
600015383 05/30/2025 HE LEN CROSBY General Fu nd Contract Services-I nstructors 400.00
600015384 05/30/2025 BUTLER AN IMAL HEALTH HOLDING COMPANY LLC General Fund Animal Clin ic Non-Eligible 907.67
600015384 05/30/2025 BUTLER ANIMAL HEALTH HO LDING COMPANY LLC General Fund Animal Cl i nic Non-Eligible 12.01
600015384 05/30/2025 BUTLER ANIMAL HEALTH HOLDI NG COMPANY LLC General Fund Animal Clin ic Non-Eligible 25.91
600015384 05/30/2025 BUTLER ANIMAL HEALTH HOLDING COMPANY LLC General Fund An imal Clinic Non-Eligible 44.81
600015384 05/30/2025 BUTLER ANIMAL HEALTH HOLDING COMPANY LLC General Fund Animal Clinic Non-Eligible 158.46
600015385 05/30/2025 CUL LIG AN General Fund Special Dept Expense 92.00
600015385 05 /30/2025 CUL LIGAN General Fund Special Dept Expense 92.00
600015386 05/30/2025 DC ELECTRIC GROUP INC General Fund Contract -Outside Services 374.90
6000 15387 05/30/2025 DERRI CK B LEO NARD General Fund Cont ract Services-Instructors 104.00
6000 15388 05/30/2025 EDDY DENI Z Government CIP No n-Capital Project s 97,086.96
600015389 05/30/2025 FO LGER GRA PHICS General Fund Printi ng 7,092 .15
600015390 05/30/2025 FRIEDMAN'S HOME IMPROVEMEN T General Fu nd Special Dept Expense 31.67
600015391 05/30/2025 GHD INC Government CIP Capita l Projects 74,129.34
600015392 05/30/2025 GRAINGE R INC General Fund Special Dept Expense 221.95
600015393 05/30/2025 GRANICUS INC General Fund Software Lie. & Subscriptions 3,750.00
600015394 05/30/2025 IDEXX DISTRIBU TION INC General Fund Animal Clinic Non-El igib le 654.86
600015394 05/30/2025 IDE XX DISTRIBUTION INC General Fund Animal Clinic Non-Eligible 400.00
600015394 05/30/2025 I DEXX DISTR IBUTION IN C General Fu nd Animal Clinic Non-Eligible 328.75
60001539 4 05/30/2025 IDEXX DISTR IB UTION IN C Ge nera l Fund Animal Clinic Non-E ligi ble 1,760.84
600 01 5395 05/30/2025 LAURIE PHILLI PS General Fund Contract Services-Instructors 3,159 .54
600015396 05/30/2025 M ICHAE L OSSENBEC K General Fund Deposits-Animal Shelter 95.00
600015397 05/30/2025 MOVEMENT LA B-BERNADETTE ALVERIO General Fund Unearned-Refd Outside Evnt 8,624.00
600015397 05/30/2025 MOVEMENT LAB -BERNADETTE ALVERIO General Fund Program Revenue-Box Office (862.40)
600015398 05/30/2025 NATIONAL ACADEMY OF ATHLETICS General Fund Contract Services-Instructors 2,320.00
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CHECK NUMBER CHECK DATE VENDOR NAME FUND ACCOUNT AMOUNT
600015399 05/30/2025 CHRISTOPHER FRAZER General Fund Travel and Training 494 .33
600015400 05/30/2025 JUSTIN ROSALES General Fund Travel and Training 216.20
600015401 05/30/2025 TERESA PIOTRKOWSKI General Fund Travel and Training 216.20
600015402 05/30/2025 Cazadero Performing Arts Water Ut ility Fund Equipment, Small Office & Tool 1,302.15
600015403 05/30/2025 Dale Y O'Connor Water Utility Fund AR -UB Residential 45 .28
600015404 05/30/2025 Daniel J Paine Water Utility Fund AR -UB Residential 1.81
600015405 05/30/2025 Faviola Carreno General Fund Othr Accrued Liab.-PrkRec Rfnd 750.00
600015406 05/30/2025 Jill M Hall Water Utility Fund AR-UB Resident ia l 113.76
600015407 05/30/2025 Kim S Arnold Water Utility Fund AR -UB Resi dentia l 32.95
600015408 05/30/2025 MAHVASH SAFAEI Water Utility Fund AR -UB Resi dentia l 43.65
600015409 05/30/2025 MARY GRACE PAWSON General Fund AR -Retiree Medical 18.28
600015409 05/30/2025 MARY GRACE PAWSON General Fund AR -Retiree Medical 2.51
600015409 05/30/2025 MARY GRACE PAWSON General Fund AR -Retiree Medical 9.62
600015409 05/30/2025 MARY GRACE PAW SON General Fund AR -Retir ee Medical 469.42
600015410 05/30/2025 Randy and Tina Weaver Water Utility Fund AR-UB Res i dential 26.94
600015411 05/30/2025 ROB I N ARV IVO Water Utility Fund AR-UB Residential 91.26
600015412 05/30/2025 Rosalba Calderon General Fund Othr Acc r ued Liab.-Prk Re c Rfnd 800.00
600015413 05/30/2025 SUSAN HENRY Water Utility Fund AR-UB Residential 3.33
600015414 05/30/2025 The Law Office of Ruby Steinbrecher General Fund Othr Accrued Liab.-PrkRec Rfnd 77.50
600015415 05/30/2025 TI M SCHRAM Water Utility Fund AR-UB Residential 18.18
600015416 05/30/2025 PETALUMA SCHOOL OF BAL LET LLC General Fund Contract Services-Instructors 736.29
600015417 05/30/2025 RACHEL GILA General Fund Contract Services-Instructors 462 .80
600015418 05/30/2025 TI NA TUTTLE General Fund Contract Services-Instructors 887 .25
600015419 05/30/2025 WERLE ENTERPRISE LLC NATIONAL PRINT & PROMO General Fund Office Expense 485 .94
600015419 05/30/2025 WERLE ENTERPR ISE LLC NATIONAL PRINT & PROMO General Fund Special Dept Expense 279 .87
600015420 06/02/2025 ACCESS CIG LLC General Fund Contr act -Outside Services 157.76
600015421 06/02/2025 REDACTED RETIREE General Fund Benefit Medical Reimb 1,478.05
600015422 06/02/2025 AT&T General Fund Communication-Phone 31 .78
600015423 06/02/2025 AT&T General Fund Communication-Phone 62.01
600015424 06/02/2025 AT&T General Fund Commu nication-Ph one 43.48
600015425 06/02/2025 AT&T General Fund Communication-Phone 62.01
600015426 06/02/2025 AT&T General Fund Co mmunication-Phone 92.23
600015427 06/02/2025 AT&T General Fund Communication-Phone 1,408.83
600015428 06/02/2025 AT&T General Fund Commun ication-Phone 58.62
600015429 06/02/2025 AT&T General Fund Communication-Phone 62.01
600015430 06/02/2025 AT&T General Fund Communication-Phone 61.75
600015431 06/02/2025 CITY CLERKS ASSOCIAT ION OF CA LI FORN IA General Fund Dues & Subscriptions 250.00
600015431 06/02/2025 CITY CLERKS ASSOCIAT ION OF CALIFORN IA General Fund Dues & Subscri ptions 250.00
600015432 06/02/2025 CITY OF SANTA ROSA Re cycled Water Utility Fund Water Purchase 9,068.26
600015433 06/02/2025 COMCAST General Fund Communication-Phone 132.67
600015434 06/02/2025 DC ELECTRIC GROUP INC General Fund Contract -Outside Services 2,233.87
600015434 06/02/2025 DC ELECTRIC GROUP INC General Fund Contract -Outside Services 418.43
600015435 06/02/2025 GARDENERS A I D INC General Fund Special Dept Expense 330.76
600015436 06/02/2025 HINDERLITER DE LLAMAS AND ASSOCIATES General Fund Contract -Outside Services 900.00
600015436 06/02/2025 HINDERLITER DE LLAMAS AND ASSOC I ATES General Fund Contract -Outside Services 750.00
600015436 06/02/2025 HI NDERLITER DE LLAMAS AND ASSOC I ATES General Fund Contract -Outside Services 600.00
600015437 06/02/2025 KOEFRAN INDUSTR IES General Fund Community Outreach-AS League 449.00
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CHEC K NUMBER CHEC K DAT E V ENDOR NAME FUND AC COUNT AMOUNT
600015438 06/02/2025 MAR IN MUNICIPAL WATER DISTR ICT Water Utility Fund Professional Legal Fees 5,556.00
600015439 06/02/2025 NICK BARBIER I TRUCKING LLC General Fund Inventories -Diesel 257.53
600015439 06/02/2025 NICK BARBIERI TRUCKING LLC General Fund Inventories -Diesel 550.40
600015439 06/02/2025 NICK BARB IER I TRUCKING LLC General Fund Inventor ies -Unleaded 970.04
600015439 06/02/2025 NICK BARB IER I TRUCKING LLC General Fund Inventories -Unleaded 779.30
600015439 06/02/2025 NICK BARB IERI TRUCK ING LLC General Fund Inventories -Unleaded 732.52
600015439 06/02/2025 NICK BARB IERI TRUCK ING LLC General Fund Inventories -Unleaded 331.35
600015439 06/02/2025 NICK BARBIERI TRUCKING LL C General Fund Inventories -Unleaded 948.64
600015439 06/02/2025 NICK BARB IERI TRUCK ING LLC General Fund I nventories -Unleaded 1,487.55
600015439 06/02/2025 NICK BARB IER I TRUCK ING LLC General Fund Fue l 1,694.68
600015439 06/02/2025 NICK BARB IERI TRUCKING LLC General Fund Fuel 510.55
600015440 06/02/2025 SH IRLEY BODEN General Fund Deposits-Animal She lter 95.00
600015441 06/02/2025 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC General Fund Utility-Electric 67.28
600015442 06/02/2025 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC General Fund Utility-Electric 1,293.02
600015443 06/02/2025 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC General Fund Utility-Electric 1,053.83
600015443 06/02/2025 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC General Fund Utility-Electric 441.18
600015443 06/02/2025 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTR IC General Fund Utility-Electric 1,214.28
600015443 06/02/2025 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC General Fund Utility-Electric 12,621.34
600015443 06/02/2025 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC General Fund Utility-Electric 2,998.42
600015443 06/02/2025 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC General Fund Debt-Principal 3,505.36
600015444 06/02/2025 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC General Fund Utility-Electric 16,928.82
600015444 06/02/2025 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC General Fund Utility-Electric 192.08
600015444 06/02/2025 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC General Fund Debt-Principal 5,456.87
600015445 06/02/2025 REDACTED RETIREE General Fund Benefit Medical Reimb 2,178.22
600015446 06/02/2025 FMA INC Fleet Services ISF Fleet Veh Repairs for Police 495.00
600015447 06/02/2025 SNAP -ON INCORPORATED Fl eet Services ISF Special Dept Expense 209.47
600015448 06/02/2025 WERLE ENTERPRISE LLC NATIONAL PRINT & PROMO Water Utility Fund Office Expense 57.56
600015449 06/04/2025 4 LEAF INC General Fund Contract -Outside Services 495.00
600015449 06/04/2025 4 LE AF INC General Fund Contract -Outside Services 7,684.38
600015449 06/04/2025 4 LEAF INC General Fund Contract -Outside Se rvices 1,165.98
600015449 06/04/2025 4 LEAF INC General Fund Contract -Outside Services 288.00
600015449 06/04/2025 4 LEAF INC General Fund Contract -Outside Services 577.50
600015449 06/04/2025 4 LEAF INC General Fund Contract -Outside Services 1,237.50
600015450 06/04/2025 ABM SERVICES INC Facilities Internal Service Supplies-Janitorial Svs 2,790.66
600015450 06/04/2025 ABM SERVICES INC Facilities Internal Service Supplies-Janitorial Svs 4,498.08
600015450 06/04/2025 ABM SERVICES INC Facilities Internal Service Supplies-Janitorial Svs 5,844.10
600015450 06/04/2025 ABM SERVICES INC Faci l ities Internal Service Supplies-Jan itorial Svs 1,445.59
600015450 06/04/2025 ABM SERVICES INC Facilities I nterna I Service Supplies-Janitorial Svs 1,788.74
600015450 06/04/2025 ABM SERVICES INC Facilitie s Internal Service Supplies-Janitorial Svs 5,844.10
600015450 06/04/2025 ABM SERVICES INC Faci lities Internal Service Supplies-Janitorial Svs 2,790.66
600015450 06/04/2025 ABM SERVICES INC Facilities Internal Service Supplies-Janitorial Svs 4,498.08
600015450 06/04/2025 ABM SERVICES INC Facilities I nterna I Service Su pplies-Janitor ia l Svs 1,445.59
600015450 06/04/2025 ABM SERVICES INC Facilities I nternal Service Supplies-Ja nitorial Svs 1,788.74
600015450 06/04/2025 ABM SERVICES INC Facilities I nternal Service Supplies-Janitorial Svs 1,111.49
600015451 06/04/2025 AI R SYSTEMS INC Facilitie s I nternal Service Repair & Maintenance-Felty 1,092.63
600015452 06/04/2025 HAROLD A. STEUBER I NC Facilities Internal Service Repair & Maintenance-Felty 80.70
600015452 06/04/2025 HAROLD A. STEUBER I NC Facilities Internal Service Repair & Maintenance-Felty 121 .70
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CHECK NUMBER CHECK DAT E VENDOR NAME FUND ACCOUNT AMOUNT
600015452 06/04/2025 HAROLD A. STEUBER INC Sewer Utility Fund Contract -Outside Services 106.44
600015453 06/04/2025 AT&T General Fund Communication-Phone 97.3 3
600015454 06/04/2025 AT&T General Fund Communication-Phone 30.21
600015455 06/04/2025 AT&T General Fund Communication-Phone 61.99
600015456 06/04/2025 AT&T General Fund Communication-Phon e 60.43
600015457 06/04/2025 AT&T Sewer Utility Fund Communication-Ph one 31.77
600015458 06/04/2025 AT&T Water Utility Fund Communication-Phone 62.85
600015459 06/04/2025 AT&T General Fund Communication-Phone 303.83
600015460 06/04/2025 AT&T General Fund Communication-Phone 62.01
600015461 06/04/2025 AT&T General Fund Communication-Phone 183.31
600015462 06/04/2025 AT&T General Fund Communication-Phone 90.72
600015463 06/04/2025 AT&T General Fund Communication-Phone 151.87
600015464 06/04/2025 AT&T I nformation Technology ISF Communication-Phone 90.67
600015465 06/04/2025 AT&T General Fund Communication-Phone 385.87
600015466 06/04/2025 AT&T General Fund Communication-Phone 31.78
600015467 06/04/2025 BADGER METE R INC General Fun d Othr Accru ed Liab.-Sales Tax (3.38)
600015467 06/04/2025 BADGER METER INC Water Utility Fund Meter & Supplies Exi sting 3.38
600015467 06/04/2025 BADGER METER INC Water Utility Fund Meter & Supplies Existing 34.65
600015468 06/04/2025 BURKE WILLIAMS & SORENSEN LLP General Fund Professional Legal Fees 7,602 .50
600015468 06/04/2025 BURKE W I LLIAMS & SORENSEN LLP General Fund Professional Lega l Fee s 605.28
600015469 06/04/2025 CALFLEET Fleet Services ISF Fleet Veh Repa irs for SWR 89.00
600015470 06/04/2025 CALMAT CO Water Utility Fund Other Exp-Repair System 297.68
600015471 06/04/2025 CAPTI ONS UNLIM ITED OF NEVADA INC General Fund Con tract -Outside Services 540.00
600015472 06/04/2025 CAT HERINE SLACK Measure M Parks Other Exp-Specia l Events 700.00
600015473 06/04/2025 CELLCO PARTNERSHIP General Fund Communication-Phone 238.03
600015473 06/04/2025 CELLCO PARTNERSH IP General Fu nd Com munication-Phone 190.05
600015473 06/04/2025 CELLCO PARTNERSH IP General Fu nd Communication-Phone 76.02
600015473 06/04/2025 CELLCO PARTNERSH I P General Fund Communication-Phone 304.46
600015473 06/04/2025 CELLCO PARTNERSH I P Information Technology ISF Internet & Broad band 262.47
600015473 06/04/2025 CELLCO PARTNERSH IP Fleet Services ISF Communication-Phone 38.39
600015473 06/04/2025 CE LLCO PARTNERSH IP Sewer Utility Fund Communication-Phone 114.41
600015473 06/04/2025 CEL LCO PARTNERS HIP Water Utility Fund Communication-Phone 305.60
600015474 06/04/2025 CINTAS Facilities Interna l Se rvice Repair & Maintenance-Felty 205 .64
600015475 06/04/2025 CITY ELECTRIC SU PPLY Fa cilities I nterna l Service Repair & Maintenance-Felty 6,543.13
600015476 06/04/2025 CM TAY LOR ELECTRICAL CONT RACTORS INC GOVT Non Capital Projects Retention Payable 880.75
600015477 06/04/2025 COMCAST General Fund Commu nication-Phone 180.46
600015478 06/04/2025 COMCAST General Fund Contract -Outside Services 224.46
600015479 06/04/2025 COMCAST General Fund Comm unication-Phone 185.68
600015480 06/04/2025 COMCAST General Fund Communication-Phone 189.76
600015481 06/04/2025 COMCAST General Fund Comm unication-Phone 19.75
600015482 06/04/2025 THE COMMUNITY VO ICE/SHAH FAM ILY LLC General Fund Deposits-Developer 658.00
600015482 06/04/2025 THE COM M UNITY VOICE/SHAH FAM ILY LLC General Fund Deposits -Developer 456.00
600015482 06/04/2025 THE COMMUN ITY VO ICE/SHAH FAM ILY LLC General Fund Other Rev-Developer Deposit (658.00)
600015482 06/04/2025 THE COMMUN ITY VO ICE/SHAH FAMILY LLC General Fund Other Rev -Developer Deposit (456.00)
600015482 06/04/2025 THE COMMUN ITY VO ICE/SHAH FAMILY LLC General Fund Developer Deposit Expense 658.00
600015482 06/04/2025 THE COMMUN ITY VO ICE/SHAH FAMILY LLC General Fu nd Developer Deposit Expense 456.00
600015483 06/04/2025 CORELOGIC INFORMATION SOLUT IONS INC General Fund Travel and Training 215.06
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CHECK NUMBER CHECK DATE VENDOR NAME FUND ACCOUNT AMOUNT
600015483 06/04/2025 CORE LOG IC I NFORMATION SOLUTIONS INC Water Utility Fund Contract -Outside Services 23.75
600015484 06/04/2025 COU NTY OF SONOMA Measure M T r affic Contract -Outside Services 11,128.50
600015485 06/04/2025 CRESCO EQU I PMENT RENTALS & AFF ILI ATES Facil ities I nternal Se r vice Repair & Maintenance-Felty 624.24
600015486 06/04/2025 CSG CONSULTANTS INC General Fund Deposits-Developer 385.50
600015486 06/04/2025 CSG CO NSULTA NTS INC General Fund Deposits-Developer 659.50
600015486 06/04/2025 CSG CONSULTA NTS INC Genera l Fund Other Re v-Developer Deposit (385.50)
600015486 06/04/2025 CSG CONSULTANTS INC General Fund Other Rev-Developer Deposit {659.50)
600015486 06/04/2025 CSG CO NSULTANTS INC General Fund Developer Deposit Ex pense 385.50
600015486 06/04/2025 CSG CONSULTA NTS INC General Fund Developer Deposit Ex pense 659 .50
600015487 06/04/2025 DATA TICKET IN C General Fund Contract -Outside Services 166.15
600015488 06/04/2025 DEBORAH YACO BELLI S General Fund Accounts Payable-Sta le Checks 405.00
600015489 06/04/2025 DELL MARKETING LP General Fund Equipment, Sma l l Office & Tool 1,418.68
600015489 06/04/2025 DEL L MARKETING LP General Fund Equipment, Sma ll Office & Tool 1,301.46
600015489 06/04/2025 DE LL MARKETI NG LP Sewe r Utility Fund Office Expense {319.02)
600015489 06/04/2025 DEL L MARKETING LP Water Utilit y Fund Dues & Subscriptions {319.01)
600015490 06/04/2025 DUDEK General Fund Deposits-Developer 371.25
600015490 06/04/2025 DUDEK General Fund Ot her Rev-Developer Deposit (371.25)
600015490 06/04/2025 DUDEK Genera l Fund Developer Deposit Expense 371.25
600015491 06/04/2025 MICHAEL RUBIN General Fund Special Dept Expense 77.49
600015492 06/04/2025 EUREKA OXYGEN CO Facilities Internal Service Rep air & Maintenance-Felty 144.62
600015492 06/04/2025 EUREKA OXYGEN CO Fac ilities Internal Service Repair & Maintenance-Felty 157.98
600015492 06/04/2025 EUREKA OXYGEN CO Facilities Internal Se rvice Repair & Maintenance-Felty 89.50
600015492 06/04/2025 EURE KA OXYGEN CO Facilities Internal Service Repair & Maintenance-Felty 22.90
600015492 06/04/2025 EUREKA OXYGEN CO Facilities Internal Service Repair & Maintenance-Felty 462.40
600015493 06/04/2025 FASTENAL General Fund Special Dept Expense 74.40
600015493 06/04/2025 FASTENAL General Fund Special Dept Expense 148.77
600015493 06/04/2025 FASTENAL General Fund Special Dept Expense 182.46
600015493 06/04/2025 FASTENAL General Fund Special Dept Expense 74.40
600015493 06/04/2025 FASTENAL General Fund Special Dept Expense 148.77
600015493 06/04/2025 FASTENAL Genera l Fund Special Dept Expense 182.46
600015493 06/04/2025 FASTENAL Facil ities Internal Se r vice Maintenance-Ja nitoria I 889.15
600015493 06/04/2025 FASTENAL Facilities I nternal Se r v ice Maintena nee-Janitorial 253 .60
600015493 06/04/2025 FASTENAL Facil ities I nternal Service Ma intena nee -Janitorial 456.53
600015493 06/04/2025 FASTENAL Facil ities Interna l Service Maintena nee -Janitorial 456.52
600015493 06/04/2025 FASTENAL Facilities Interna l Service Maintena nee-Janitorial 438.60
600015493 06/04/2025 FASTENAL Facil ities I nternal Se r v ice Maintenance-Janitorial 576.21
600015493 06/04/2025 FASTENAL Facil ities I nternal Serv ice Maintenance-Janitorial 131.25
600015493 06/04/2025 FASTENAL Facilities Internal Service Maintenance-Janitorial 2,544.60
600015493 06/04/2025 FASTENAL Facil ities Internal Service Supplies-Janitorial Svs 1,363.18
600015493 06/04/2025 FASTENAL Facilities Internal Servi ce Supplies-Janitoria l Svs 306.62
600015493 06/04/2025 FASTENAL Facilities I nternal Service Specia I Dept Expense 22.20
600015493 06/04/2025 FASTENAL Facilities Internal Service Special Dept Expense 74.40
600015493 06/04/2025 FASTENAL Facilities I nterna I Service Special Dept Expense 148.79
600015493 06/04/2025 FASTENAL Fa c ilities I nterna I Service Special Dept Expense 182.46
600015493 06/04/2025 FASTENAL Sewer Utility Fund Special Dept Expense 74.40
600015493 06/04/2025 FASTENAL Sewer Utility Fund Special Dept Expense 148.77
600015493 06/04/2025 FASTENAL Sewer Utility Fund Special Dept Expense 182.46
Page 7 of 1 2
CHECK NUMBER CHECK DATE VENDOR NAME FUND ACCOUNT AMOUNT
600015493 06/04/2025 FASTENAL Water Utility Fund Special Dept Expense 74.40
600015493 06/04/2025 FASTENAL Water Utility Fund Special Dept Expense 148.77
600015493 06/04/2025 FASTENAL Water Utility Fund Special Dept Expense 182.46
600015494 06/04/2025 FEDERAL EXPRESS CORPORATION General Fund Deposits-Developer 14.68
600015494 06/04/2025 FEDERAL EXPRESS CORPORATION General Fund Other Rev-Developer Deposit (14.68)
600015494 06/04/2025 FEDERAL EXPRESS CORPORATION General Fund Developer Deposit Expe nse 14.68
600015495 06/04/2025 FIRST ALARM SECURITIES SERVICES Facilities I nternal Service Repair & Maintenance-Felty 299.97
600015496 06/04/2025 FRIEDMAN 'S HOME I MPROVEMENT Facilities Internal Service Equipment, Small Office & Tool 97.41
600015496 06/04/2025 FR I EDMAN'S HOME I MPROVEMENT Facilities Interna l Service Repair & Maintenance-Felty 51.36
600015496 06/04/2025 FR IEDMAN'S HOME I MPROVEMENT Water Utility Fund Repair & Maintenance 34.26
600015496 06/04/2025 FR IEDMAN'S HOME I MPROVEMENT Water Utility Fund Repair & Maintenance 34.26
600015496 06/04/2025 FR IEDMAN'S HOME I MPROVEMENT Water Utility Fund Special Dept Expense 112.73
600015496 06/04/2025 FRIEDMAN 'S HOME I MPROVEMENT Water Utility Fund Special Dept Expense 5 .45
600015497 06/04/2025 GRAINGER INC Facilities Internal Service Repair & Maintenance-Felty 844.41
600015497 06/04/2025 GRA INGER INC Facilities Internal Service Repair & Maintenance-Felty 32.15
600015497 06/04/2025 GRAINGER INC Sewer Utility Fund Repair & Maintenance 106.52
600015498 06/04/2025 HYDROCORP LLC Water Utility Fund Contract -Outside Services 2,250.00
600015499 06/04/2025 MARK PIPPIN General Fund Special Dept Expense 95.44
600015499 06/04/2025 MARK PIPPIN General Fund Office Expense 710.79
600015499 06/04/2025 MARK PIPPI N General Fund Meeting Expense 212.21
600015499 06/04/2025 MARK PIPPI N General Fund Special Dept Expense 4,940.92
600015499 06/04/2025 MARK PIPPIN General Fund Special Dept Expense 590.78
600015499 06/04/2025 MARK PIPPIN General Fund Special Dept Expense 2,237.76
600015499 06/04/2025 MARK PIPP IN Measure M Parks Ot her Exp -Special Events 581.68
600015500 06/04/2025 METROPOLITAN PLANN ING GROUP General Fund Deposits-Developer 1,890.00
600015500 06/04/2025 METROPOLITAN PLANN ING GROUP General Fund Other Rev-Developer De posit (1,890.00)
600015500 06/04/2025 METROPOLITAN PLANN ING GROUP General Fund Developer Deposit Expense 1,890.00
600015501 06/04/2025 MICHELE GI NN General Fu nd Contract -Outside Services 196.50
600015501 06/04/2025 MICHELE GINN General Fund Contract -Outside Services 8,842.50
600015501 06/04/2025 MICHELE GI NN General Fund Contract -Outside Services 524 .00
600015502 06/04/2025 MOONLIGHT BPO LLC Sewer Utility Fund Postage & Shipping 11.11
600015502 06/04/2025 MOONLIGHT BPO LLC Water Utility Fund Postage & Shipping 11.11
600015503 06/04/2025 MOTION INDUSTRIES INC Water Utility Fund Repair & Maintenance 25.29
600015504 06/04/2025 MOVEMENT LAB-BERNADETTE ALVER IO General Fund Unearned-Refd Outsi de Evnt 16,800.00
600015504 06/04/2025 MOVEMENT LAB-BERNADETTE ALVERIO General Fund Unearned-Refd Outside Evnt 7,224.00
600015504 06/04/2025 MOVEMENT LAB-BERNADETTE ALVERIO General Fund Program Reve nue-Box Office (1,680.00}
600015504 06/04/2025 MOVEMENT LAB-BERNADETTE ALVER IO General Fund Program Revenue-Box Office (722.40)
600015505 06/04/2025 OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH CENTERS OF CALIFORNIA General Fund Recruitment 502.00
600015505 06/04/2025 OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH CENTERS OF CALIFORNIA General Fund Re cruitment 1,204.00
600015506 06/04/2025 BRANDON HAUG Ge neral Fund Travel and Tra i ning 543.95
600015507 06/04/2025 JEAN LESTANGUET Facilities Internal Service Benefits-Vision 150.00
600015508 06/04/2025 JESSE AQUINO Facilities Internal Service Uniform-Purchase 340.92
600015509 06/04/2025 LEV I DECARLY General Fund Trave l and Tra ining 709.50
600015510 06/04/2025 REBECCA SOTE LO General Fund Acco unts Payable-Stale Checks 66.00
600015511 06/04/2025 ROBERT SALERNO General Fund Trave l and Training 79.35
600015512 06/04/2025 VON BORGES General Fund Travel and Train i ng 543.95
600015513 06/04/2025 Julie Harmon General Fund Othr Accrued Liab.-PrkRec Rfnd 274.00
Pa ge 8 of 12
CH ECK NUMBER CH ECK DATE VENDOR NAME FUND AC COUNT AM O UNT
600015514 06/04/2025 Le slie Gibson General Fund Othr Accrued Liab.-PrkRec Rf nd 100.00
600015515 06/04/2025 PACE SUPPLY Facilities I nternal Service Repair & Maintenance-Fel ty 3,139.40
600015516 06/04/2025 PES ENVIRONMENTAL INC Water Utility Fund Contract -Outside Services 1,920.00
600015517 06/04/2025 PETERSON MECHAN ICAL I NC Facilities Internal Service Retention Payable 374.75
600015517 06/04/2025 PETERSON MECHANICAL INC Facil ities Internal Service Retention Payable 2,380.05
600015517 06/04/2025 PETERSON MECHANICAL IN C Facilities Internal Service Retention Payable 2,261.25
600015518 06/04/2025 PR DIAMOND PRODUCTS INC Water Utility Fund Other Exp-Repair System 1,813.00
600015519 06/04/2025 RED WOOD LOCK INC Facilities Internal Service Repair & Maintenance-Felty 319.89
600015519 06/04/2025 REDWOOD LOCK IN C Facilities Internal Service Repa ir & Mai ntenance-Felty 361.81
600015519 06/04/2025 REDWOOD LOCK I NC Facilities Interna l Service Repair & Mai ntenance-Felty 38.41
600015519 06/04/2025 REDWOOD LOCK I NC Facilities Internal Service Repa ir & Mai ntenance-Fel ty 14.21
600015519 06/04/2025 REDWOOD LOCK I NC Faci lities Internal Service Repair & Maintenance-Felty 320.00
600015519 06/04/2025 REDWOOD LOCK I NC Facilities Interna l Service Rep air & Maintenance-Fel ty 1,770.39
600015520 06/04/2025 REXEL USA INC Facilities Interna l Se r vice Repair & Maintenance-Fel ty 42.98
600015521 06/04/2025 ROYSTON , HANAMOTO, A LL EY & AB EY Government CIP Non-Capital Pr oj ect s 1,715.00
600015521 06/04/2025 ROYSTON , HANAMOTO, ALLEY & ABEY Government CI P Non-Capital Pr oj ect s 3,397.50
600015522 06/04/2025 ROTO -RO OTE R Fac i lities Internal Service Repair & Maintenance-Felty 1,650 .00
600015522 06/04/2025 ROTO-ROOTER Facilit ies Interna l Service Repair & Maintenance-Felty 1,650.00
600015523 06/04/2025 SANTA ROSA UNIFORM & CAREER APPAREL General Fu nd Uniform -Pu rchase 356.36
600015524 06/04/2025 SHUMS CODA ASSOCIATES INC General Fu nd Contract -Outside Services 1,799.86
600015524 06/04/2025 SHUMS CODA ASSOCIATES INC General Fund Contract -Ou t side Services 360.00
600015525 06/04/2025 SIER RA CHEMICAL CO Facilitie s Internal Service Special Dept Expense 1,107.11
600015525 06/04/2025 SIERRA CHEMICAL CO Facil it ies Internal Service Chemicals Aquatic 5,111.72
600015526 06/04/2025 SIMPSON SHEET METAL I NC Facil it ies Internal Service Repair & Maintenance-Felty 6,767.00
600015527 06/04/2025 SITEONE LANDSCAPE SUPP LY HOL DIN G LLC General Fund Special Dep t Expense 623.22
600015528 06/04/2025 SOILAND CO I NC Genera l Fund Special Dept Expense 1,659.67
600015528 06/04/2025 SO ILAND CO INC Water Utility Fund Other Exp -Repair System 118.20
600015528 06/04/2025 SOILAND CO INC Water Utility Fund Other Exp -Repair System 245.40
600015529 06/04/2025 SOUTHERN COMPUTER WARE HOUSE INC General Fund Office Expense 32.06
600015530 06/04/2025 THE RENTA L PLA CE General Fund Special Dept Expe nse 803.28
600015531 06/04/2025 TROPE GROUP IN C General Fund Special Dept Expense 96.00
600015532 06/04/2025 URBAN3 71NC General Fund Deposit s-Develo per 300.00
600015532 06/04/2025 URBAN37 INC General Fund Deposits-Develo per 1,440.00
600015532 06/04/2025 URB AN371NC General Fund Deposi t s-Developer 360.00
600015532 06/04/2025 URB AN371NC General Fund Other Rev-Developer Deposit (300.00)
600015532 06/04/2025 URBAN371N C General Fund Other Rev-Developer Deposit (1,440.00)
600015532 06/04/2025 URBAN371NC Genera l Fund Other Rev-Developer Deposit (360.00)
600015532 06/04/2025 URBAN371NC General Fund Developer Deposit Expense 300.00
600015532 06/04/2025 URB AN37 I NC General Fund Developer Deposit Expense 1,440.00
600015532 06/04/2025 URBAN37 INC General Fund Developer Deposit Expense 360.00
600015532 06/04/2025 UR BAN371NC General Fund Contract -Outside Services 375.00
600015532 06/04/2025 UR BAN 37 1N C General Fund Cont ract -Outsid e Services 450.00
600015532 06/04/2025 URBAN37 IN C General Fund Cont ract -Outside Services 2,820.00
600015532 06/04/2025 URBAN37 INC General Fund Cont ract -Outsid e Services 10,192.00
600015533 06/04/2025 US BAN K General Fund Othr Acc r ued Liab-P Ca rd 20,740.71
600015534 06/04/2025 VESTIS GROU P INC Fleet Services ISF Uniform -Pu rchase 30.11
600015535 06/04/2025 VICTORIA SUEMNICHT General Fund Unearned-Refd Outside Evnt 15,016.00
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CHECK NUMBER CHECK DATE VENDOR NAME FUND ACCOUNT AMOUNT
600015535 06/04/2025 VICTORIA SUEMNICHT General Fund Rents-Facilities-PAC (4,545.00)
600015535 06/04/2025 VICTORIA SUEMNICHT General Fund Program Revenue -Box Office (1,501.60)
600015536 06/04/2025 REDACTED RETIREE General Fund Benefit Medical Reimb 636.40
600015537 06/04/2025 WER LE ENTERPR ISE LLC NATIONAL PR INT & PROMO General Fund Uniform -Pu r chase 66.77
600015538 06/04/2025 WEST ER N EXTERMINATOR Faci l ities I nternal Service Repai r & Maintenance-Felty 150.00
600015538 06/04/2025 WESTERN EXTERMINATOR Facilities I nternal Service Repair & Maintenance-Felty 93.30
600015538 06/04/2025 WESTERN EXTERM I NATOR Facilities Internal Service Rep a ir & M aintenance-Felty 150.00
600015538 06/04/2025 WESTERN EXTERM I NATOR Fa cilities Internal Service Repair & Maintenance-Felty 120.00
600015538 06/04/2025 WESTERN EXTERMINATOR Fa cili t ies Internal Service Repair & Maintenance-Felty 120.00
600015538 06/04/2025 WESTERN EXTERM I NATOR Facil ities Internal Service Repair & Maintenance-Felty 120.00
600015538 06/04/2025 WESTERN EXTERM I NATOR Facil ities Internal Service Repa ir & Maintenance-Felty 64.20
600015538 06/04/2025 WESTERN EXTERM I NATOR Facilities Internal Service Repair & Maintenance-Felty 93.30
600015538 06/04/2025 WESTERN EXTERMINATOR Faci lities Internal Service Repair & Maintenance-Felty 200.00
600015538 06/04/2025 WESTERN EXTERM I NATOR Faci lities Internal Service Repair & Maintenance-Fel ty 62.40
600015538 06/04/2025 WESTERN EXTERM I NATOR Facilities Internal Service Repair & Maintenance-Felty 150.00
600015538 06/04/2025 WESTERN EXTERM I NATOR Facilities Internal Service Repair & Maintenance-Felty 64.20
600015539 06/06/2025 PETALUMA COMMUN ITY ACCESS General Fund Contract -Outside Services 1,105.00
600015540 06/06/2025 ACCESS CIG LL C General Fund Contract -Outside Services 13.90
600015540 06/06/2025 ACCESS CIG LLC General Fund Contract -Outside Services 73.15
600015540 06/06/2025 ACCESS CIG LLC General Fund Contract -Outside Services 10.97
600015540 06/06/2025 ACCESS CIG LLC General Fund Contract -Outside Services (63.61)
600015540 06/06/2025 ACCESS CIG LLC General Fund Contract -Outside Services 63.61
600015540 06/06/2025 ACCESS CIG LLC General Fund Contract -Out side Services 13.90
600015540 06/06/2025 ACCESS CIG LLC General Fund Contract -Out side Ser vices 34 .38
600015541 06/06/2025 ALAMEDA COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFF ICE General Fund Travel and Trai ning 4 ,188.00
600015542 06/06/2025 BADGER METER IN C Water Utility Fund Meter & Supplies Existing 1,255.57
600015543 06/06/2025 BURKE WILLIAMS & SORENSEN LLP General Fund Professional Legal Fees 1,098.29
600015543 06/06/2025 BURKE WILLIAMS & SORENSEN LLP General Fun d Professional Legal Fees 2,838.16
600015543 06/06/2025 BURKE WILLIAMS & SORENSEN LLP General Fund Professional Legal Fee s 697.84
600015543 06/06/2025 BURKE W I LLIAMS & SORENSEN LLP General Fund Professional Legal Fee s 4,779.84
600015543 06/06/2025 BURKE WILLIAMS & SORENSEN LLP General Fund Professio nal Legal Fees 855.40
600015543 06/06/2025 BURKE WILLI AMS & SORENSEN LLP General Fund Professio nal Lega l Fee s 3,875.04
600015544 06/06/2025 CALIFORN IA ASSOC IATION FO R LOCA L ECONOM I C General Fund Du es & Subscriptions 120.00
600015545 06/06/2025 CASTI NO RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT & SUPPLY IN C General Fund Special Dept Ex pense 75.56
600015546 06/06/2025 COMPLETE WELDERS SUPPLY General Fund Other Exp-First Aid Su pplies 223.33
600015547 06/06/2025 CYRACOM INTERNATIONAL INC General Fund Contract -Outside Services 252.85
600015548 06/06/2025 DAIOHS USA INC General Fund Special Dept Expense 50 .00
600015549 06/06/2025 DUDEK Government CIP Capital Projects 2,465.00
600015550 06/06/2025 ECS IMAGING INC General Fund Contract -Outside Serv ices 9,975.00
600015551 06/06/2025 FASTENAL Fa cilit ies Internal Service Special Dept Expense 17.33
600015551 06/06/2025 FASTENAL Facilities Internal Service Special Dept Expense 31.98
600015551 06/06/2025 FASTENA L Water Utility Fund Equ i pment, Small Office & Tool 303.68
600015552 06/06/2025 FR IEDMAN'S HOME I MPROVEMENT General Fund Special Dept Expense 126.97
600015552 06/06/2025 FR I EDMAN 'S HOME IMPROVEMENT General Fund Special Dept Expense 11.15
600015552 06/06/2025 FRI EDMAN'S HOME IMPROVEMENT General Fund Specia I Dept Expense 89.60
600015552 06/06/2025 FRIEDMAN'S HOME IMPROVEMENT General Fund Special Dept Expense 560.42
600015553 06/06/2025 GRAINGER INC Fleet Services ISF Fleet Veh Repairs for Parks 51.43
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CHEC K NUMBER CHE CK DATE VENDOR NAME FUND ACCOUNT AMOUN T
600015553 06/06/2025 GRAINGER INC Water Utility Fund Equipment, Small Office & Tool 114.90
600015553 06/06/2025 GRA INGER INC Water Utility Fund Repair & Maintenance 13.02
600015554 06/06/2025 HANSEL FORD I NC Fleet Services ISF Fleet Veh Repa i rs for WTR 28.40
600015555 06/06/2025 HILDEBRAND CONSULTING LLC Water Utility Fund Contract -Outside Services 5,985.00
600015555 06/06/2025 H ILDEBRAND CONSULTI NG LLC Recycled Water Utility Fund Contract -Outside Services 3,515 .00
600015556 06/06/2025 HOMEFIRST OF SANTA CLARA COUNTY Homelessness SRF Contract -Outside Services 275,102.36
600015557 06/06/2025 HORIZON DISTRI BUTORS INC General Fund Special Dept Expense 112.09
600015557 06/06/2025 HORIZON DISTRI BUTORS INC General Fund Specia I Dept Expense 149.52
600015558 06/06/2025 JOHN DEERE FINANCIAL Fleet Services ISF Fleet Veh Repairs for Streets 179.09
600015559 06/06/2025 REDACTED RET I REE General Fund Benefit Medical Reimb 2,858.80
600015560 06/06/2025 WALIA BROTHERS LLC General Fund Repair & Maintenance 546.00
600015560 06/06/2025 WALIA BROTHERS LLC Fleet Services ISF Repair & Maintenance 91.00
600015561 06/06/2025 L.N. CURTIS & SONS General Fund Equipment, Small Office & Tool 4,737 .60
600015562 06/06/2025 REDACTED RETIREE General Fund Benefit Medical Reimb 1,095.80
600015563 06/06/2025 M INTIER HARNISH Government CIP Non-Capital Projects 862.50
600015564 06/06/2025 MOONLIGHT BPO LLC Sewer Utility Fund Postage & Shippi ng 125.51
600015564 06/06/2025 MOON LI GHT BPO LLC Water Utility Fund Postage & Shipping 125.51
600015565 06/06/2025 MOTION INDUSTRIES INC Sewer Utility Fund Repair & Maintenance 108.16
600015566 06/06/2025 SANTA ROSA AUTO PARTS Fleet Services ISF Fleet Veh Repa i rs for Police 429.44
600015566 06/06/2025 SANTA ROSA AUTO PARTS Fleet Services ISF Fleet Veh Repa i rs for Fire 39.96
600015566 06/06/2025 SANTA ROSA AUTO PARTS Fleet Services ISF Fleet Veh Repairs for Fire 81.17
600015566 06/06/2025 SANTA ROSA AUTO PARTS Fleet Services ISF Fleet Veh Repairs for Fire 76.12
600015566 06/06/2025 SANTA ROSA AUTO PARTS Fleet Services ISF Special Dept Expense 218.78
600015566 06/06/2025 SANTA ROSA AUTO PARTS Fleet Services ISF Special Dept Expense (76 .30)
600015566 06/06/2025 SANTA ROSA AUTO PARTS Fleet Services ISF Special Dept Expense (144.00)
600015566 06/06/2025 SANTA ROSA AUTO PARTS Fleet Services ISF Special Dept Expense (344 .30)
600015566 06/06/2025 SANTA ROSA AUTO PARTS Sewer Utility Fund Repair & Maintenance 19.38
600015567 06/06/2025 NICK BARBIER I TRUCKI NG LLC General Fund I nventories -Diesel 197.14
600015567 06/06/2025 NICK BARB IER I TRUCKI NG LLC General Fund I nventories -Diesel 492.06
600015567 06/06/2025 NICK BARB IER I TRUCKI NG LLC General Fund I nventories -Unleaded 656.53
600015567 06/06/2025 NICK BARBIER I TRUCKI NG LLC General Fund I nventories -Unleaded 373.21
600015567 06/06/2025 NICK BARBIER I TRUCKI NG LLC General Fund Inventories -Unleaded 1,031.74
600015567 06/06/2025 NICK BARBIER I TRUCKING LLC General Fund Inventories -Unleaded 1,284.66
600015567 06/06/2025 NICK BARB IER I TRUCKI NG LLC General Fund I nventories -Unleaded 724 .98
600015567 06/06/2025 NICK BARB IER I TRUCKI NG LLC General Fund Fuel 1,151.42
600015568 06/06/2025 OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH CENTERS OF CALIFORN IA General Fund Rec r uitment 594.00
600015569 06/06/2025 BRIAN FA LK General Fund Benefits-Vision 150.00
600015570 06/06/2025 LUIS GUZMAN GONZALE Z Genera l Fund Benefits-Vision 143.11
600015571 06/06/2025 M ICKEY ZELDES General Fund Travel and Training 237.44
600015572 06/06/2025 M ICKEY ZELDES Gene ral Fund Travel and Training 573.20
600015573 06/06/2025 PAUL CAREY General Fund Travel and T raining 167.00
600015574 06/06/2025 REBECCA SOTELO General Fund Accounts Payable-Stale Checks 66.00
600015575 06/06/2025 THOMAS BROWNE General Fund Benefits-Vision 150.00
600015576 06/06/2025 OWEN EQUIPMENT W ater Utility Fund Specia l Dept Expense 414.08
600015577 06/06/2025 POWERPLAN Fleet Services ISF Fleet Veh Repairs for SWR 927.20
600015578 06/06/2025 REDW ING BUS INESS ADVANTAGE ACCOUNT General Fund Uniform -Purchase 267.29
600015579 06/06/2025 RJ MECHANICAL INC Facilities Internal Service Repair & Maintenance -Felty 2,921.48
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CHECK NUMBER CHECK DATE VENDOR NAME FUND ACCOUNT AMOUNT
600015580 06/06/2025 SAMUEL PETER EAGLE Measure M Parks Other Exp-Special Events 600.00
600015581 06/06/2025 SANTA ROSA JUNIOR COLLEGE General Fund Travel and Training 13,548.00
600015582 06/06/2025 SANTA ROSA UN IFORM & CAREER APPAREL General Fund Uniform -Purchase 69.23
600015583 06/06/2025 SCOTT SEANOR Fleet Services ISF Fleet Veh Re pairs for Police 192.50
600015584 06/06/2025 SHARED HOUSI NG & RESOURCE EXC HANGE CALIFORN IA General Fund Contract -Ou tside Services 19,388.72
600015585 06/06/2025 SHUMS CODA ASSOCIATES INC General Fund Contract -Outside Services 180.00
600015586 06/06/2025 SITEONE LANDSCAPE SUPP LY HOLDING LLC General Fund Special Dept Expense 619.23
600015587 06/06/2025 SIX ROBBLEE$' INC General Fun d Specia I Dept Expense 355.00
600015587 06/06/2025 SIX ROBBLEES ' IN C General Fund Special Dept Expense 369.77
600015588 06/06/2025 SONOMA COUNTY DEPT OF HEALTH SERVICES General Fund Contract Services-SA Exams 4,800.00
600015589 06/06/2025 SOUTHERN TIRE MART LL C Fleet Services ISF Fleet Veh Repa irs for WTR (1,124.78)
600015589 06/06/2025 SOUTHERN TIRE MART LLC Fleet Services ISF Fle et Veh Repairs for Police 1,376.56
600015589 06/06/2025 SOUTHERN TIRE MART LLC Fleet Services ISF Fleet Veh Repairs for Fire 576.51
600015589 06/06/2025 SOUTHERN TIR E MART LLC Fleet Services ISF Fleet Veh Repairs for Parks 497.04
600015589 06/06/2025 SOUTHERN TIR E MART LLC Fleet Services ISF Fleet Veh Repairs for Parks 381.52
600015590 06/06/2025 USBANK CORPORATE TRUST SERV ICES CM9690 Successor Agency-CDC-RO PS Contract -Outside Services 3,000.00
600015591 06/06/2025 VCA PETCARE EAST VETERINARY HOSP ITAL General Fund Community Outreach-AS League 250.75
600015592 06/06/2025 WERL E ENTERPR ISE LLC NATIONAL PRINT & PROMO General Fund Special Dept Expense 623.39
600015592 06/06/2025 WERLE ENTERPR ISE LLC NATIONAL PRINT & PROMO General Fund Other Exp -Promo Supplies 953 .11
600015592 06/06/2025 WERLE EN TER PR ISE LLC NATIONAL PRINT & PROMO Sewer Utility Fund Office Expense 57.56
600015593 06/06/2025 WYATT IRRIGATION CO General Fund Special Dept Expense 822.62
1,109,932.14
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Item 7A2
Item 7A3
MINUTES OF THE JOINT REGULAR MEETING
OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
City Council
Rohnert Park Financing Authority
Successor Agency to the Community Development Commission
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
1. CITY COUNCIL/RPFA/SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE CDC JOINT REGULAR
MEETING - CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
Mayor Giudice called the joint regular meeting to order at 5:10 p.m., which was legally
noticed on June 5, 2025.
Present: Gerard Giudice, Mayor
Emily Sanborn, Vice Mayor
Susan H. Adams, Councilmember
Jackie Elward, Councilmember
Samantha Rodriguez, Councilmember
Staff present: City Manager Piedra, City Attorney Kenyon, Director of Public Works
Garrett, Interim Director of Public Works Mario Cisneros, Director of Development
Services Giudice, Director of Finance Howze, Human Resources Director Cannon,
Public Safety Director Mattos, Finance Manager Ortega de Valencia, Management
Analyst E. Tacata, Director of Community Services Bagley, Housing Manager Garcia,
Homeless Coordinator Quig, Management Analyst Bowser, Operations Manager
Hendersen, Accountant Hopley, Information Technology (IT) Operations Manager
Cotter, and City Clerk Lopez Cuevas.
2. READING OF THE LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENT
Recited by Mayor Giudice.
George Barrett spoke against the Land Acknowledgment, stating it is foolish, silly, racist,
and woke.
Peter Alexander spoke in support of the Land Acknowledgment, acknowledged the
indigenous people in the area, and informed that he was bullied by George Barrett before the
meeting began.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Led by Brook.
4. CLOSED SESSION
Report on Closed Session Previously Held on May 27, 2025 to Consider Conference with
Agency Designated Labor Negotiators Pursuant to Government Code §54957.6(a) Agency
Item 7B1
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Designated Representatives: Mark Wilson of Burke, Williams & Sorensen, Labor,
Negotiator, Jamie Cannon, Director of Human Resources, and City Manager Marcela Piedra.
Employee Organizations:
a) Service Employees’ International Union (SEIU)
b) Rohnert Park Employees’ Association (RPEA)
c) Rohnert Park Public Safety Officers’ Association (RPPSOA)
d) Rohnert Park Public Safety Managers’ Association (RPPSMA)
e) Management Unit
f) Confidential Unit
g) Unrepresented Employees
Mayor Giudice indicated that there is no reportable action.
5. PRESENTATIONS
A. Introduction and Swearing In of New Public Safety Officers Rafael Cabrera,
Kaitlyn Hager, Anthony Lombardi and Conor Williams. Director of Public Safety Mattos
introduced all new officers and conducted a pinning ceremony.
B. Mayor's Recognition: Celebrating Ken Zschach’s 21 years of Leadership and
Dedication to the Rohnert Park Fishing Derby. Mayor Giudice read the proclamation and
presented it to Ken Zschach.
C. Redwood Bikeshare Program Update by Drop Mobility Operations Manager
Marc Azevedo. Mark Azevedo provided background and overview of the program, events,
promotions, data regarding deployed bikes per city and total trips per month.
6. DEPARTMENT HEAD BRIEFINGS
None.
7. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Steve Keith invited all to visit and shop at the “Sweet Pea” Senior Center shop and the
Friends of the Library bookstore.
Peter Alexander spoke about inflation and soil gardens.
Carla Taylor spoke about racial profiling to their spouse and asked about the standard
operating procedure in the city.
SEIU members Aaron Burton, Travis Balzarini, David Valencia, David Owen, Jean
Lestanguet, and, Kent Thompson spoke about labor negotiations, low compensation,
inflation, compensation study, recruitment and retention, lack of pay increases, and asked the
council for internal equity and to invest in its workforce.
Laurie Jacobvitz spoke about how changes to the pool schedule affect seniors and provided a
copy of a proposed pool schedule.
Rebecca Brown spoke about how changes to the pool schedule affect seniors.
8. CONSENT CALENDAR
8.A Acceptance of City Bills/Demands for Payment Report dated May 13, 2025
through May 23, 2025
8.B Approval of City Council/RPFA/Successor Agency Joint Regular Meeting Minutes
for May 27, 2025
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8.C Receive Progress Report on the Status of the Emergency Public Safety Antenna
and Radio System Replacement Project (CIP2412), as required by the Public
Contract Code and by Minute Order, authorize the continuation of Resolution
2024-051 until the emergency action is completed
8.D Adopt Resolution 2025-035 Adopting an Appropriations (GANN) Limit for the
City of Rohnert Park for the 2025-26 Fiscal Year Pursuant to Article XIII B of the
California Constitution
8.E Adopt Resolution 2025-036 to Reject all Bids for the Magnolia Park Tennis Court
Resurfacing and Sunrise Park Pickleball Court Reconstruction Project No.
CIP2307 PULLED BY COUNCILMEMBER ADAMS
8.F Adopt Resolution 2025-037 Approving and Recertifying the Updated Sewer
System Management Plan (SSMP) Pursuant to State Water Resources Control
Board Order WQ 2022-0103-DWQ
8.G Adopt Resolution 2025-038 Approving a New Citywide Cross-Connection Control
Plan Pursuant to the California State Water Resources Control Board’s Cross-
Connection Control Policy Handbook
8.H By Minute Order, Authorize a Five-Year Master Services Agreement with Axon
Enterprise Inc. for Body-Worn Cameras, In-Vehicle Cameras, Evidence-Room
Cameras, and Digital Media Storage in an amount of $1,127,742.15
8.I By Minute Order, Authorize the City Manager to Sign the First Amendment to the
Consultant Services Agreement with Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Santa
Rosa, DBA Catholic Charities of Northwest California, for Master Lease
Permanent Supportive Housing Services Increasing the Contract Budget by
$129,960 for a New Not-to-Exceed Amount of $682,230, and Extending the Term
to Expire June 30, 2026
8.J By Minute Order, Execute Task Order No. 2025-05 with GHD, Inc. for
Construction Management and Inspection Services in the Amount of $408,880 for
the Keiser Avenue Reconstruction Project – Phase 3 (CEQA Status: Consistent
with the Final Environmental Impact Report No. 2003122014, Environmental
Impact Report Addendum 2014, and Environmental Impact Report Addendum
2016, Environmental Impact Report Addendum 2024)
8.K By Minute Order, (1) Authorize the City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 3 to
Task Order No. 2022-08 with GHD, Inc. for Additional Environmental and
Engineering Design Services in an Amount Not to Exceed $33,124; (2) Authorize
the City Manager to Execute Task Order No. 2025-03 for Project Management,
Construction Management and Inspection Services in an Amount not to Exceed
$398,701 for the Dowdell Avenue Extension Project, Phase 1, Project CIP2020;
and (3) Find that the Project is Consistent With the CEQA Initial Study and
Mitigated Negative Declaration Previously Prepared for the Holiday Inn Express
and Phase 1 of the Dowdell Avenue Extension Project
ACTION: Moved/seconded (Adams/Elward) to adopt the Consent calendar
except for Item 8.E. and reorder the agenda to hear Item 8.E. at the
conclusion of the Foundation Board Meeting.
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Motion carried by the following unanimous 5-0-0-0 voice vote:
AYES: Adams, Elward, Rodriguez, Sanborn, and Giudice NOES:
None, ABSENT: None, ABSTAINS: None.
Mayor Giudice declared a recess at 6:15 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 6:24 p.m.
9. REGULAR ITEMS
A. Consider 1) Adopting a Resolution Approving and Adopting the Operating
Budget for the City of Rohnert Park for Fiscal Year 2025-26 and 2) Adopting a
Resolution Adopting the Proposed Five-Year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for
FY 2025-26 through FY 2029-30, and the Capital Improvement Projects for FY 2025-26
as included in the City Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-26. City Manager Piedra and Finance
Director Howze presented this item. Recommended Action(s): Adopt Resolution 2025-039
Adopting the Operating Budget for the City of Rohnert Park for Fiscal Year 2025-26; and
Adopt Resolution 2025-040 Adopting the Proposed Five-Year Capital Improvement Program
(CIP) for FY 2025-26 through FY 2029-30, and the Capital Improvement Projects for FY
2025-26 as included in the City Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-26.
PUBLIC COMMENTS: Anette Hukill, Lynda Tillman, Tracy Franco, and Denise Lynch
spoke about budget and flooding in the city.
DIRECTION: By consensus (none opposed), Council directed City Manager to
review the proposed pool schedule provided during public
comments.
ACTION: Moved/seconded (Adams/Elward) to Adopt Resolution 2025-039,
Adopt Resolution 2025-040, and direct the City Manager to find
funds to hire a hydrologist for this fiscal year.
Motion carried by the following unanimous 5-0-0-0 roll call vote:
AYES: Adams, Elward, Rodriguez, Sanborn, and Giudice NOES:
None, ABSENT: None, ABSTAINS: None.
Mayor Giudice declared a recess at 9:03 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 9:10 p.m.
B. Discussion and Direction of Five Priority Projects for Sonoma County
Transportation and Climate Authorities (SCTCA) Funding Program Cycle 2 Call for
Projects. Management Analyst E. Tacata and Director of Public Works Garett presented this
item. Recommended Action(s): Provide direction to staff regarding the selection of five (5)
priority transportation projects to submit to the Sonoma County Transportation and Climate
Authorities (SCTCA) Funding Program Cycle 2.
PUBLIC COMMENTS: None.
ACTION: Moved/seconded (Rodriguez/Adams) to move forward with their
recommendation and submit the proposed priority transportation
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projects to the Sonoma County Transportation and Climate
Authorities (SCTCA) Funding Program Cycle 2.
Motion carried by the following unanimous 5-0-0-0 roll call vote:
AYES: Adams, Elward, Rodriguez, Sanborn, and Giudice NOES:
None, ABSENT: None, ABSTAINS: None.
C. Discussion and Direction to Mayor Giudice or Alternate regarding Advancing
Regional Collaboration: Key Priorities and Next Steps for discussion at the Mayors’ and
Councilmembers’ Association Board Meeting on June 12, 2025. Mayor Giudice presented
this item. Recommended Action(s): Provide additional feedback and/or direction to Mayor
Giudice or an alternate regarding the three priorities identified by the Sonoma County
Mayors’ Board of Directors (Mental Health & Homelessness Services, 2. Emergency
Preparedness and 3. Shared Facilities & Resources).
PUBLIC COMMENTS: None.
DIRECTION: By consensus (none opposed), the Council directed the Mayor to
move forward with the three previously agreed-upon key priorities
and to include a new focus on youth within Mental Health and
Homelessness Services.
10. COMMITTEE/ LIAISON/ OTHER REPORTS
A. City Standing Committees, Council Liaison Assignments, Outside Agency and
Mayors & Councilmembers/City Selection Committee Appointments and Reports Under
Government Code Section 53232.3(d):
• Councilmember Elward reported on the Homeless Coalition Board Meeting (5/28)
and the Sonoma Clean Power Authority Board of Directors Meeting (6/5)
• Mayor Giudice reported on the Sonoma County Transportation Authority/Sonoma
County Regional Climate Protection Authority Board of Directors Meeting (6/9)
• Councilmember Adams reported on the Rohnert Park Chamber of Commerce Noon
Times (5/8)
• Councilmember Adams reported on the Chamber of Commerce Noon Times (6/4)
• Vice Mayor Sanborn reported on the Los Cien Puente Y Ganas Awards Ceremony
(6/06)
• Mayor Giudice reported on the North Bay Biz Magazine Awards Event (5/29)
• Councilmember Rodriguez reported on the NAACP Launch event (5/30)
11. COMMUNICATIONS
Councilmember Adams requested that we communicate which pool is designated for seniors.
Councilmember Rodriguez congratulated Rancho Cotati High School and thanked all those
who participated in the Project Grad. She also invited all to attend the Juneteenth Flag
Ceremony.
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12. ADDING AGENDA ITEMS TO A FUTURE CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
Councilmember Rodriguez requested a discussion item to discuss the City’s Flock Cameras
policy. The request was supported by Councilmember Adams.
13. PUBLIC COMMENT
Broke Davis requested the use of foundation funds to resurface the M Section and Sunrise
Park courts.
Mayor Giudice declared a recess at 9:55 p.m. to call the Foundation Board Special Meeting to
order. The City Council meeting was reconvened at 11:09 p.m.
During the Foundation Board meeting, the Council voted to extend the standard adjournment time
of the meeting to no later than 11:59 p.m. The motion passed unanimously by a 5-0-0-0 voice vote.
8.E. Adopt Resolution 2025-036 to Reject all Bids for the Magnolia Park Tennis Court
Resurfacing and Sunrise Park Pickleball Court Reconstruction Project No. CIP2307
ACTION: Moved/seconded (Rodriguez/Sanborn) to adopt item 8.E.
Motion carried by the following unanimous 4-0-0-1 roll call vote:
AYES: Adams, Rodriguez, Sanborn, and Giudice NOES: None,
ABSENT: None, ABSTAINS: Elward.
14. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Giudice adjourned the meeting at 11:13 p.m.
_____________________________________ __________________________________
Sylvia Lopez Cuevas, City Clerk Gerard Giudice, Mayor
City of Rohnert Park City of Rohnert Park
MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING
OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
MEETING LOCATION: CITY HALL – CONFERENCE ROOM 2A
130 Avram Avenue, Rohnert Park, California
1. CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
Mayor Giudice called the special meeting to order at 4:03 p.m., which was legally noticed on
June 5, 2025.
Council Present: Gerard Giudice, Mayor
Emily Sanborn, Vice Mayor
Susan H. Adams, Councilmember
Jackie Elward, Councilmember
Samantha Rodriguez, Councilmember
Staff present: City Manager Piedra, City Attorney Kenyon, and Director of Public Safety
Mattos.
2. CLOSED SESSION
A. Public Comments: None
B. Mayor Giudice made the closed session announcement pursuant to Government Code
§54957.7 and Council recessed to Closed Session in Conference Room 2A at 4:02 p.m. to
Consider Conference with Legal Counsel – Significant Exposure to Litigation pursuant to
Government Code §54956.9(d)(2): (One Case)
C. Mayor Giudice reconvened the open session in Council Chambers at 5:00 p.m. and stated
there was no reportable action.
4. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Giudice adjourned the special meeting at 5:00 p.m.
_____________________________________ __________________________________
Sylvia Lopez Cuevas, City Clerk Gerard Giudice, Mayor
City of Rohnert Park City of Rohnert Park
Item 7B2
ITEM NO. 7.C.
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Meeting Date: June 24, 2025
Department: Public Safety
Submitted By: Tim Mattos, Director of Public Safety
Prepared By: Andrew Smith, Public Safety Lieutenant
Laura Luchini, Public Works Project Manager
Agenda Title: Receive Progress Report on the Status of the Emergency Public Safety
Antenna and Radio System Replacement Project (CIP2412), as required
by the Public Contract Code and by Minute Order, authorize the
continuation of Resolution 2024-051 until the emergency action is
completed.
RECOMMENDED ACTIONS:
1. Receive Progress Report on the Status of the Emergency Public Safety Antenna and Radio
System Replacement Project (CIP2412), as required by the Public Contract Code and
2. By Minute Order, authorize the continuation of Resolution 2024-051 until the emergency
action is completed.
BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS:
On June 25, 2024, the Rohnert Park City Council adopted Resolution 2024-051 Declaring an
Emergency Project Pursuant to Public Contract Code Sections 20168 and 22050, Amending the
Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-24 Capital Improvement Plan to Add the Public Safety Antenna and Radio
System Replacement Project (CIP2412) with a project budget of $1,500,000.00, Approving a
budget Amendment to Transfer $1,500,000.00 from Non-Departmental Operating Fund,
Equipment Over $5,000 to the new CIP2412 Project, and award the Construction Contract to
Dailey-Wells.
The City Council is required to review the status of this emergency project at each regular meeting
of the City Council and vote to authorize the continuation of Resolution 2024-051 until the
emergency action is completed.
On May 29, 2025 City staff completed and approved the factory acceptance test for the new radio
system in San Antonio, Texas. The new radio system equipment has been shipped to Rohnert Park.
Since the last update, it was determined that electrical modifications are required at each of the
City’s Radio Antenna Sites; Pump Station (201 Rogers Lane), Fire Station No. 2 (5200 Country
Club Drive), Magnolia Park (1501 Middlebrook Way), and Public Safety Main (500 City Center
Drive). City staff has contracted with CM Taylor, Inc. (CM Taylor) in the amount of $15,561 to
complete the electrical scope of work.
Mission Statement
“We Care for Our Residents by Working Together to Build a
Better Community for Today and Tomorrow.”
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
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Dailey Wells also completed a structural analysis of the cell towers at each site where the new
radio antenna and microwave dish equipment are to be installed. Upon reviewing the analysis of
the cell tower pole at Magnolia Park it was found that the pole has a clipped base plate which will
require extra work by Dailey Wells in the amount of $13,922 to weld four (4) new steel stiffener
plates on the base plate in order to facilitate the mounting of the new microwave dish.
Per Resolution No. 2024-051 approved by the City Council at its meeting on June 25, 2024, the
City Manager has the authority to proceed with all necessary equipment, services, and supplies, as
required until the emergency act is completed. Staff is processing the Construction Contract with
CM Taylor in the amount of $15,561 and Construction Contract Change Order No. 1 with Dailey
Wells in the amount of $13,922.
The additional structural and electrical work also require an approved building permit. Staff met
with the City Building Official and is working with both Dailey Wells and CM Taylor on the
permit submittal application.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS:
This action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) because it does
not qualify as a “project” pursuant to Public Resource Code Section 21065 and CEQA
Guidelines Sections 15320, 15378 and 15061(b)(3), because it can be seen with certainty that
there is no possibility the City’s action would cause either a direct physical change in the
environment or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment.
Public Safety Antenna and Radio System Replacement Project (CIP2412) involves replacement
of existing equipment and is categorically exempt from the requirements CEQA pursuant CEQA
Guidelines sections 15301 (Existing Facilities) and 15302 (Replacement or Reconstruction
without an increase in use), (14 Cal. Code Regis. §§ 15301, 15302).
STRATEGIC PLAN AND COUNCIL PRIORITIES ALIGNMENT:
Presenting this progress report is consistent with the City’s values of communication and integrity
and the City’s strategic priority Goal C “Ensure the effective delivery of public services.”
OPTIONS CONSIDERED:
1. Receive Progress Report on the Status of the Emergency Public Safety Antenna and
Radio System Replacement Project (CIP2412), as required by the Public Contract Code
and by Minute Order, authorize the continuation of Resolution 2024-051 until the
emergency action is completed.
2. No other options were considered as this action is required by law and by Council
Resolution 2024-051.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Per Resolution No. 2024-051 the Public Safety Antenna and Radio System Replacement Project,
CIP Project No. 2024-12 is funded by the Non-Departmental Operating Fund— Equipment over
$5, 000 with an approved Project budget of $1.5M. The Construction Contract with CM Taylor is
in the amount of $15,561 and the Construction Contract Change Order No. 1 with Dailey Wells is
in the amount of $13,922, combined the total fiscal impact is $29,483. The current available
balance in the Public Safety Antenna and Radio System Replacement Project is $170,333.96.
There is sufficient funding in the Project to proceed with the Construction Contract with Chad
ITEM NO. 7.C.
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Taylor in the amount of $15,561 and the Construction Contract Change Order No. 1 with Dailey
Wells in the amount of $13,922.
Department Head Approval Date: 6/09/2025
City Attorney Approval Date: N/A
Finance Director Approval Date: N/A
City Manager Approval Date: 6/10/2025
Attachments: None.
ITEM NO. 7.D.
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Meeting Date: June 24th, 2025
Department: Public Works
Submitted By: Vanessa Garrett, Public Works Department
Prepared By: Scott Sanders, Public Works Department
Agenda Title: Accepting an Increase of 2.19% to the Maximum Rate charged by Recology
Effective July 1st, 2025 Pursuant to the Terms of the Exclusive Franchise
Agreement (This action is not a Project under the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA))
RECOMMENDED ACTIONS:
Accepting an Increase of 2.19% to the Maximum Rate charged by Recology Starting July 1, 2025 as
being consistent with the terms of the Agreement for Refuse, Recyclable Materials, Compostable
Materials and Street Sweeping Services
BACKGROUND:
The State of California, through the California Integrated Waste Management Act of 1989 and its
subsequent amendments, requires local agencies to ensure adequate provisions for solid waste
collection within their jurisdictions. In November 2017, the City of Rohnert Park entered into an
Assignment and Assumption Agreement with Recology to meet these requirements through an
exclusive franchise agreement (“Agreement”). Since then, the City has maintained a productive
working relationship with Recology, which provides services including weekly street sweeping and
solid waste collection for both residential and commercial customers. The current Agreement was
recently extended through July 1, 2032, via the Fourth Amended and Restated Franchise Agreement
approved by the City Council in April 2025.
Under the Agreement, Recology is limited to charging its customers within the City a fee for service
that does not exceed the “maximum rates” identified in the Agreement. However, Recology has a
right to submit an annual application to the City to adjust the maximum rates based on an objective
formula set forth in the Agreement to address inflationary impacts (known as a Rate Review Index
(RRI) application). The requested RRI application is deemed approved and effective each July 1,
unless the City provides Recology with documentation of how the application does not meet the
requirements of the Agreement. As summarized in this report, staff has determined that Recology’s
RRI adjustment for July 1, 2025 does comply with the requirements of the Agreement. As part of
the City’s due diligence, it retained R3 Consulting Group to review the RRI submission, validate the
proposed adjustments, and provide independent analysis to support the City's rate-setting process.
ANALYSIS:
Following R3’s initial review, minor corrections were made such as a change in the “All Other”
index to align with the changes in the recently approved Agreement amendment. Following these
changes, the rate request submitted by Recology on May 21, 2025, is calculated to reflect a 2.19%
Mission Statement
“We Care for Our Residents by Working Together to Build a
Better Community for Today and Tomorrow.”
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
ITEM NO. 7.D.
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rate adjustment, as shown in Table 1. The 2024 actual costs by category, as per the rate adjustment
methodology detailed in the Agreement, were used to determine the weighted percentage by cost
category. Table 1, below, shows Recology’s updated rate application request.
R3 has made the following findings with regard to the rate application request:
》 The correct indices were used. We agree with Recology that the most accurate way to
calculate the change in organics processing and disposal costs is to calculate the percentage
change in those fees, without accounting for changes in actual tonnages. The “All Other”
index from the recent amended Agreement (Series ID: cuurs49bsa0) was used to adjust all
other cost categories.
》 It is mathematically accurate. Recology displayed in their rate application a rate change of
2.19%. The rates shown in the full rates table … are correctly calculated to the closest
hundredth of a percentage point.
》 2025-26 Rate Adjustment. The rates proposed in Recology’s rate application request reflect
a 2.19% increase.
》 20-gallon Cart & Bin Service Eliminated. R3 confirmed with Recology and the City that
the 20-gallon Cart & Bin service for commercial collection has been eliminated and the
methodology for charging for additional Recycling and Organics bins were negotiated as part
of the recent Franchise Agreement negotiations.
》 The operating financial data provided is consistent with applicable terms and conditions of
the City’s Agreement. R3 has confirmed that the data values associated with the rate
adjustment submitted by Recology are correct.
》 The magnitude of the request is reasonable. “
(Attachment 2: Rohnert Park 2024 RRI - R3 Memo – Final)
ITEM NO. 7.D.
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Survey of Comparable Rates
Tables 2 and 3, from Attachment 2, show a comparison of customer collection rates to the
surrounding Sonoma County jurisdictions. When comparing customer collection rates in Sonoma
County, it’s important to consider the region’s solid waste service history: most agencies previously
held contracts with The Ratto Group, which were assigned when Recology Sonoma Marin purchased
substantially all the assets of the Ratto Group in late 2017. For many years, The Ratto Group
extended artificially low pricing, maintained by limiting investments in its operations; Recology
Sonoma Marin has since implemented core improvements including safety, environmental
compliance, including SB1383 implementation, and has submitted corresponding cost-based rate
adjustment requests for consideration to jurisdictions throughout Sonoma County.
ITEM NO. 7.D.
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ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS:
This action is not a Project under the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”)
STRATEGIC PLAN AND COUNCIL PRIORITIES ALIGNMENT:
This item supports the City’s strategic priority Community Quality of Life.
OPTIONS CONSIDERED:
Option 1 [Staff Recommended]: Accept the increase of 2.19% to the Maximum Rate charged by
Recology starting July 2025 as being consistent with the terms of the Agreement between the City
and Recology for Refuse, Recyclable Materials, Compostable Materials and Street Sweeping
Services.
There are no additional options, as the Franchise Agreement authorizes Recology to administer a
rate request increase as long as it complies with the requirements of the Agreement.
FISCAL IMPACT/FUNDING SOURCE:
There is minimal fiscal impact to putting together this analysis.
Department Head Approval Date: 5/23/2025
Finance Director Approval Date: NA
City Attorney Approval Date: 05/29/2025
City Manager Approval Date: 06/10/2025
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Attachments:
1. Attachment 1: Rohnert Park Refuse Rate Index Calculation - Summary Page
2. Attachment 2: Rohnert Park 2024 RRI - R3 Memo - Final
1504 Eureka Road, Suite 220, Roseville, CA 95661 | p 916.782.7821 | f 916.782.7824 | www.r3cgi.com
Background
R3 Consulting Group (R3) reviewed the rate adjustment request submitted by Recology Sonoma Marin
(Recology) to the City of Rohnert Park (City) for rates effective July 1, 2025. This memorandum presents
the findings of our review.
Recology has an exclusive franchise agreement (Agreement) with the City for the collection of solid
waste, recyclables and organics. The City Council approved the Fourth Amended and Restated
Agreement Between City of Rohnert Park and Recology on April 22, 2025 for an effective date of May 1,
2025, which updated the rate calculation methodology and transitioned the City’s Franchise Fee from a
percentage of revenue to a flat rate. The rate adjustment request is due from Recology on May 1st of
each year and is required to contain the following components as described in Section 8.03 and Exhibit O
(Attachment 1).
》 Financial information, which is used to determine relative item weightings for each of the RRI
components; and
》 Calculation of the appropriate percentage change in each of the indexed categories, January –
December annual change.
These two main components are multiplied for each indexed category, resulting in a weighted percentage
change for each rate element, which are then summed to produce a total percentage change applied to
each rate.
R3 completed the following primary actions:
》 Verified that Recology correctly calculated and applied the changes in applicable market indexes.
》 Verified that Recology correctly recalculated the maximum rate tables based upon self-reported
2024-2025 rates.
》 Confirmed that the total of reported expenses matches the audited financial statement Recology
provided.
》 Disposal and organics tipping fee is correct.
R3 did not independently verify:
》 Recology-reported July 1, 2024 rate tables are accurate.
》 Projected Rate Year Franchise Fees.
》 Projected Rate Year CARE Costs.
To: Vanessa Garrett, Director of Public Works
Scott Sanders, Sustainability Manager
From: Alex Soulard, Managing Consultant
Libby Costello, Associate Consultant
Date: May 22, 2025
Subject: Recology 2025 Annual Rate Adjustment Review
Attachments: 1. Excerpts from Franchise Agreement, Section 8.03 and Exhibit O
2. FY 2025-2026 Customer Rates (adjustment to Exhibit 1)
May 22. 2025
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Findings
Findings below are based upon the procedures described above. Procedures are intended to meet the
City’s objectives at a minimum cost. This report is intended solely for the use of the City of Rohnert Park
and should not be used by those who have not agreed to the procedures and taken responsibility for the
sufficiency of the procedures for their purposes.
Recology’s initial request made on April 16, 2025, calculated a rate adjustment of 2.23%. Following R3’s
initial review, minor corrections were addressed such as a change in the “All Other” index to align with the
changes in recently approved amendment. Following these changes, the rate request as submitted by
Recology on May 21, 2025 is calculated as a 2.19% rate adjustment, as shown in Table 1. The 2024
actual costs by category, as per the rate adjustment methodology detailed in the Agreement, were used
to determine the weighted percentage by cost category. Table 1, below, shows Recology’s updated rate
application request.
Table 1: Rate Application Request
Cost Category Expense %
Weight
Index %
Change for
Annual 2023/
Annual 2022
Weighted
Percentage
Labor 26.37% 8.00% 2.11%
Fuel 4.12% -7.97% -0.33%
Vehicle Replacement/Lease 7.02% 4.10% 0.29%
Vehicle Maintenance 3.49% 1.18% 0.04%
MSW Disposal Fee 31.31% 4.07% 1.27%
Organics Disposal Fee 5.13% 0.51% 0.03%
Recycling Revenue -2.88% 67.14% -1.93%
All Other 25.44% 2.81% 0.71%
Total Rate Increase for 7/1/2025 2.19%
R3 has the following main findings with regard to the rate application request:
》 The correct indices were used. We agree with Recology that the most accurate way to
calculate the change in organics processing and disposal costs is to calculate the percentage
change in those fees, without accounting for changes in actual tonnages. The “All Other” index
from the recent amended Agreement (Series ID: cuurs49bsa0) was used to adjust all other cost
categories.
》 It is mathematically accurate. Recology displayed in their rate application a rate change of
2.19%. The rates shown in the full rates table (Attachment 2) are correctly calculated to the
closest hundredth of a percentage point.
》 2025-26 Rate Adjustment. The rates proposed in Recology’s rate application request reflect a
2.19% increase.
》 20-gallon Cart & Bin Service Eliminated. R3 confirmed with Recology and the City that the 20-
gallon Cart & Bin service for commercial collection has been eliminated and the methodology for
charging for additional Recycling and Organics bins were negotiated as part of the recent
Franchise Agreement negotiations.
》 The operating financial data provided is consistent with applicable terms and conditions of the
City’s Agreement. R3 has confirmed that the data values associated with the rate adjustment
submitted by Recology are correct.
》 The magnitude of the request is reasonable.
May 22. 2025
Page 3 of 4
Survey of Comparable Rates
Tables 2 and 3, below and on the following page, show a comparison of customer collection rates to the
surrounding Sonoma County jurisdictions. When comparing customer collection rates in Sonoma County,
it’s important to consider the region’s solid waste service history: most agencies previously held contracts
with The Ratto Group, which were assigned when Recology Sonoma Marin purchased substantially all
the assets of the Ratto Group in late 2017. For many years, The Ratto Group extended artificially low
pricing, maintained by limiting investments in its operations; Recology Sonoma Marin has since
implemented core improvements including safety, environmental compliance, including SB1383
implementation, and has submitted corresponding cost-based rate adjustment requests for consideration
to jurisdictions throughout Sonoma County.
Table 2: Sonoma County Rate Comparison
Residential Garbage Collection Rates (May 2025)
Jurisdiction Effective
Date
Residential Collection Cart Size
20
Gallon
30-40
Gallon
60-65
Gallon
90-100
Gallon
Sonoma City 7/1/2024 $17.12 $27.49 $57.92 $88.08
Petaluma 7/1/2024 $17.30 $30.59 $58.03 $95.74
Rohnert Park 7/1/2024 $16.78 $30.77 $48.07 $75.03
Rohnert Park (Proposed) 7/1/2025 $17.15 $31.44 $49.12 $76.67
Sebastopol 7/1/2024 $17.44 $30.48 $55.63 $92.84
Cotati 1/1/2025 $20.07 $28.22 $73.95 $113.97
Healdsburg 1/1/2025 $24.63 $32.34 $46.08 $62.41
Cloverdale 9/1/2024 $32.55 $44.61 $70.03 $90.51
Windsor 4/1/2025 $29.30 $38.46 $59.24 $89.90
Santa Rosa 1/1/2025 $35.09 $39.46 $57.62 $88.26
Unincorporated County (Average) 4/1/2025 $39.08 $62.50 $108.74 N/A
County Average (without Rohnert Park): $25.84 $37.13 $65.25 $90.21
May 22. 2025
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Table 3: Sonoma County Rate Comparison
Commercial Garbage Bin Collection Rates (May 2025)
Jurisdiction Effective
Date
Commercial Collection Bin Sizes (1x per week)
2 Cubic
Yards
3 Cubic
Yards
4 Cubic
Yards
6 Cubic
Yards
Sonoma City 7/1/2024 $351.65 $519.11 $688.06 N/A
Petaluma 7/1/2024 $534.04 $714.54 $785.05 $1,074.42
Rohnert Park 7/1/2024 $320.86 $481.17 $641.60 $962.46
Rohnert Park (Proposed) 4/1/2025 $327.89 $491.71 $655.65 $983.54
Sebastopol 7/1/2024 $432.41 $602.89 $682.61 $841.11
Cotati 1/1/2025 $429.41 $537.19 $639.77 $1,015.55
Healdsburg 1/1/2025 $512.12 $704.69 $880.52 $1,130.30
Cloverdale 9/1/2024 $460.50 $571.14 $673.71 $975.07
Windsor 4/1/2025 $508.01 $724.31 $864.97 $1,070.40
Santa Rosa 1/1/2025 $552.61 $675.52 $845.47 $1,146.53
Unincorporated County (Average) 4/1/2025 $497.94 $829.43 $995.87 $1,493.83
County Average (without Rohnert Park): $475.41 $653.20 $817.34 $1,093.40
Recommendations
Currently there is 20-gallon service being offered to multi-family customers and commercial customers.
Based on negotiations reached during the preparation of the new Agreement, Recology proposed
maintaining the current commercial customers subscribed to 20-gallon service and not allowing new
commercials customers that service. R3 recommends accepting this condition moving forward.
R3 found that Recology correctly calculated the RRI adjustment for 2025-26 once advised on the proper
“All Other” index series to utilize. We recommend that the City approve the adjusted rates, resulting in a
2.19% rate adjustment over the current rates that went into effect July 1, 2024.
Recology Sonoma Marin
Rohnert Park Refuse Rate Index Calculation - Summary Page
For Rate Year 2025 (July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026)
FY 2024 Index %
Cost Category RSM Op. Expense % Change for Weighted
Expenses Weight Annual 2024/Annual 2023 Percentage
Labor 3,075,639$ 26.37% 8.00% 2.11%
Fuel 480,078 4.12% -7.97% -0.33%
Vehicle Replacement/Lease 819,223 7.02% 4.10% 0.29%
Vehicle Maintenance 406,781 3.49% 1.18% 0.04%
MSW Disposal Fee 3,651,639 31.31% 4.07% 1.27%
Organics Disposal Fee 597,707 5.13% 0.51% 0.03%
Recyclables Rev. (336,041) -2.88% 67.14% -1.93%
All Other 2,967,024 25.44% 2.81% 0.71%
Total Rate Increase for 7/1/2025 2.19%
Summary Table for Key Rates - Effective July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026
Rates
Effective RRI
Rates
Effective
Single Family Residential Cart Collection - Monthly Rate 7/1/2024 Increase 7/1/2025
2.19%
20 Gal 16.78$ 0.37$ 17.15$
32 Gal 30.77 0.67 31.44
68Gal 48.07 1.05 49.12
95 Gal 75.03 1.64 76.67
Multi-Family and Commercial Collection - Monthly Rate
1.5-CY Bin 240.55 5.27 245.82
2-CY Bin 320.86 7.03 327.89
3-CY Bin 481.17 10.54 491.71
4-CY Bin 641.60 14.05 655.65
6-CY Bin 962.46 21.08 983.54
City Revenues and Costs for Rate Year - Effective July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026
Projected Rate Year Franchise Fees 2,072,138$
Projected Rate Year CARE Costs (4)24,779$
* Rates not currently listed on the table will increase by RRI rate of 2.2%. See Detailed Rate View for more rates.
** Assumes static enrollment in CARE Discount programs as of 12/30/24.
Rohnert Park RRI - 7.1.2025 New Contract Summary 1 of 15 5/20/2025 3:42 PM
Recology Sonoma Marin
Rohnert Park Refuse Rate Index Calculation
For Rate Year 2025 (July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026)
Labor Index BLS Series ID: ceu6056210008 Production Workers-Waste Collection
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Avg.
2023 24.87 25.44 25.62 26.02 26.10 26.06 26.30 26.61 26.57 27.12 27.63 27.62 26.3300
2024 27.82 28.30 27.91 28.28 28.38 28.42 28.79 28.81 28.53 28.27 28.77 28.95 28.4358
Percentage change 8.0% Weight 26.4%Weighted percentage 2.11%
Fuel California No. 2 Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel - Monthly hap://tonto.eia.doe.gov/oog/info/wohdp/diesel.asp
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Avg.
2023 5.467 5.423 5.263 4.990 4.842 4.760 4.907 5.518 6.043 6.094 5.684 5.320 5.3593
2024 5.130 5.214 5.216 5.239 5.078 4.927 4.901 4.758 4.733 4.714 4.667 4.606 4.9319
Percentage change -8.0% Weight 4.1%Weighted percentage -0.3%
Vehicle Replacement BLS Series ID: pcu336211336211 Truck, bus, car and other vehicle bodies, for sale separately.
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Avg.
2023 330.88 333.21 334.76 336.37 336.72 337.03 338.43 338.58 338.88 342.11 342.16 344.22 337.7782
2024 346.69 346.77 347.99 348.41 347.45 347.57 351.25 356.76 356.89 357.00 356.46 356.45 351.6404
Percentage change 4.1% Weight 7.0%Weighted percentage 0.29%
Vehicle Maintenance BLS Series ID: pcu333924333924 Parts and attachments for Industrial work trucks
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Avg.
2023 326.49 329.20 329.43 329.35 331.09 332.87 333.28 333.30 332.92 332.95 333.93 333.93 331.5628
2024 335.10 335.09 335.20 335.22 335.22 335.07 334.97 334.97 334.97 335.98 336.92 336.94 335.4700
Percentage change 1.2% Weight 3.5%Weighted percentage 0.04%
Disposal The per-Ton tip fee charged at the Approved Disposal Site (Sonoma County Landfill).
Apr-24 Apr-25
MSW Disposal Fee:164.92$ 171.63$
Organics Disposal Fee:116.08 116.67
% Change Weight Weighted % Change
MSW 4.07% 31.3%1.27%
ORG 0.51% 5.1%0.03%
Recyclables Rev.Pricing index PS11 Corrugated Containers (Southwest USA) published by recyclingmarkets.net (Monthly Aveage)
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Avg.
2023 25.00 35.00 32.50 32.50 27.50 32.50 37.50 47.50 57.50 67.50 67.50 70.00 44.3750
2024 80.00 70.00 82.50 72.50 82.50 92.50 90.00 82.50 82.50 62.50 47.50 45.00 74.1667
Percentage change 67.1% Weight -2.9%Weighted percentage -1.93%
All Other BLS Series ID: cuurs49bsa0 Consumer Price Index, San Francisco - Oakland - Hayward, All Urban Consumers, All Items, Not Seasonally Adjusted.
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Avg.
2023 337.17 338.50 340.06 340.09 341.22 339.92 339.4922
2024 345.15 351.25 351.06 349.29 349.37 348.00 349.0205
Percentage change 2.8% Weight 25.4%Weighted percentage 0.71%
Total Weighted Percentage Increase 2.19%
Rohnert Park RRI - 7.1.2025 New Contract RRI Percentage Calculation 2 of 15 5/20/2025 3:42 PM
Recology Sonoma Marin
Rohnert Park Refuse Rate Index Calculation - Financial Information
For Rate Year 2025 (July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026)
Total Expenses
Rohnert Park
Franchise Category Category Totals
Rohnert Park
Franchise % Total
Payroll & Related 3,075,639$ Labor Labor 3,075,639$ 26.37%
Liability Insurance 231,549 Other Fuel 480,078 4.12%
Disposal 3,651,639 Disposal Replacement 819,223 7.02%
Organics Disposal 597,707 Organic Disposal Maintenance 406,781 3.49%
877,160 Not Included Disposal 3,651,639 31.31%
Rent & lease 8,809 Other Organic Disposal 597,707 5.13%
Supplies 158,825 Other Recycling Revenues (336,041) -2.88%
Repairs & Maintenance 406,781 Maintenance All Other 2,967,024 25.44%
Fuel & Oil 480,078 Fuel 11,662,050$ 100.00%
Buildings & Facilities 33,738 Other
Licenses & Permits 34,144 Other RCY Processing Fee Breakdown
Utilities 11,396 Other RCY Processing Costs (in all other) 1,213,201$
Freight 14,962 Other RCY Processing Revenues (336,041)
Recycling & COGS - Not Included Net RCY Processing Fee 877,160$
Bad Debt 99,881 Other
Professional Services 33,032 Other
Travel, meals & entertainment 4,635 Other
Office expenses 71,187 Other Rohnert Park Franchise Expenses 11,662,050
Taxes 38,233 Other Rohnert Park C&D 393,232
Regional Allocations 151,472 Other AFS Rohnert Park Expenses 12,055,281$
Corporate Allocations 465,931 Other
Other Operating Expenses 92,984 Other
Depreciation & Depletion 170,742 Replacement
Amortization 304,629 Other
(Gain)/loss on sale (1,584) Other
I/C equipment & property 648,481 Replacement
Total Expenses 11,662,050$
Recycling Processing Fee
Rohnert Park RRI - 7.1.2025 New Contract RRI Financials 3 of 15 5/20/2025 3:42 PM
Recology Sonoma Marin - Rohnert Park - Rates Effective 7/1/2025 - 6/30/2026
Exhibit O-1: City of Rohnert Park, CA
Contractor's Maximum Rates-July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026
Single Family Residence Cart Collection
A. SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL CART COLLECTION SERVICE - MONTHLY RATE
Refuse Cart Sizes (gallons)20 32 64 96
Monthly Refuse Rate 17.15$ 31.44$ 49.12$ 76.67$
B. SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL EXTRA COLLECTION - MONTHLY RATE
Additional Refuse Cart 17.15$ 31.44$ 49.12$ 76.67$
Extra Additional Recycling Cart Over 2 Carts $29.78
Extra Additional Green Waste Cart Over 2 Carts $34.44
C. ADDITIONAL SERVICES AND RATES
On-Premise Collection 38.32$ added to all Carts sizes per month
Extra Bag Collection 12.12$ Per bag/occurrence
Additional Cart Exchange
(1 free exchange over contract term)29.13$ each additional Cart/occurrence
Additional Cart Replacement
(1 free exchange over contract term)145.83$ each additional Cart/occurrence
Recycling Only Collection
(1-95 gallon recycling Cart)17.52$ per month
Collection Contaminated Cart 52.57$ each contaminated Cart
Extra Collection Trip 13.15$ each Cart/trip
Overflowing Container 12.12$ Per container/occurrence
Cart Cleaning (beyond 1 per year per cart)57.52$ per Cart
BIC Collection (after 4 included)81.19$ Per BIC Collection
Any Item with Freon (including four included BIC)63.66$ Per BIC Collection
7 Day Clean Up - 3 Cubic Yard Bin 272.05$ each Bin and includes Disposal charge
7 Day Clean Up - 4 Cubic Yard Bin 352.56$ each Bin and includes Disposal charge
7 Day Clean Up - 6 Cubic Yard Bin 513.56$ each Bin and includes Disposal charge
Recology Sonoma Marin - Rohnert Park - Rates Effective 7/1/2025 - 6/30/2026
Exhibit O-2: City of Rohnert Park, CA
Contractor's Maximum Rates-July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026
Multi-Family and Commercial Collection
A. CARTS AND BINS - MONTHLY RATES
Collection Frequency
Container Size
lx / week 2x / week 3x / week 4x / week 5x / week 6x / week
20-gallon Cart
(MFD Customers
Only)17.15$ 34.31$ 51.48$ 68.63$ 85.78$ 102.94$
32-gallon Cart 31.44$ 62.81$ 94.22$ 125.66$ 157.05$ 188.49$
64-gallon Cart 49.12$ 98.24$ 147.38$ 196.48$ 245.62$ 294.75$
96-gallon Cart 76.67$ 153.35$ 230.01$ 306.68$ 383.37$ 460.05$
1.0-CY Bin 163.93$ 327.89$ 491.78$ 655.68$ 819.66$ 983.57$
1.5-CY Bin 245.82$ 501.65$ 767.41$ 1,043.64$ 1,330.83$ 1,628.89$
2-CY Bin 327.89$ 668.84$ 1,023.20$ 1,391.52$ 1,774.46$ 2,171.79$
3-CY Bin 491.71$ 1,003.23$ 1,534.84$ 2,087.23$ 2,661.59$ 3,257.76$
4-CY Bin 655.65$ 1,337.67$ 2,046.45$ 2,782.96$ 3,548.91$ 4,343.69$
6-CY Bin 983.54$ 2,006.51$ 3,069.64$ 4,174.43$ 5,323.28$ 6,515.47$
On-call serivce is not available for containers smaller than 10Y.
A-1. COMPACTOR BINS - MONTHLY RATES
Compactor Bins
1.0 CY 1.5 CY 2.0 CY 3.0 CY 4.0 CY 6.0 CY
Weekly Service 437.89$ 600.65$ 763.48$ 1,089.07$ 1,414.61$ 2,065.80$
B. DEBRIS BOXES AND COMPACTORS-PER PULL, & PER TON DISPOSAL COST
Boxes Compactors
20 CY 30 CY 20 CY 26 CY 30 CY 32 CY 40 CY
586.64$ 729.76$ 932.99$ 1,212.89$ 1,399.47$ 1,399.47$ 1,866.01$
Recology Sonoma Marin - Rohnert Park - Rates Effective 7/1/2025 - 6/30/2026
Exhibit O-2: City of Rohnert Park, CA
Contractor's Maximum Rates-July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026
Multi-Family and Commercial Collection
C. ADDITIONAL SERVICES AND RATES
Push Rates - Per Month 57.52$ in 25 foot increments after the 1st 25 feet
Service for Locking Bin/Lock for Bin 12.53$ Per Locking Bin & per Lock Provided
Enclosure Service 12.53$ per Enclosure Opening (not applied on top of Locking fee )
Container Cleaning (after one per year per container)37.82$ per Cart per
Occurrence 114.96$ per Bin per
Occurrence
Compactor Cleaning per Occurrence 564.04$ per Compactor on Collection Day
Collection of Contaminated Bin 52.57$ per Bin, plus 163.93$ per Cu. Yd.
Collection of Blocked Bin 42.35$ per Bin
Collection of Overflowed Bin 80.31$ per Cubic Yard
Extra Collection of Bin 163.93$ per Cubic Yard
Additional CY of Recycling Above 3x MSW CY 43.09$ per Cubic Yard
Additional CY of Organics Above 3x MSW CY 56.53$ per Cubic Yard
Bin Exchange (1 free over contract term)43.76$ each occurrence
Bin Replacement (1 free per year)218.76$ each occurrence
Relocation fee or Trip Charge (No Collection on Debris
Box or Compactor w/o Cancellation)364.88$ per Trip or Relocation
Monthly Box Rental 221.19$ per Month with no collection
D. DISPOSAL CHARGES
Disposal Site: Sonoma County Landfill/Transfer System 171.63$ Per Ton
Note: All Debris Boxes and Compactors are pull rates only; Disposal will be based on actual Disposal costs; the total maximum
customer rate will be the total cost for the Collection, Disposal, City Fees, and AB 939 Compliance and Diversion Fee.
Disposal of special items including concrete, mattresses, tires, appliances and items with freon will include special charges reflecting
RSM's incremental cost of disposal. Debris box liners are not included in standard service but can be provided for the cost of the
liner.
Recology Sonoma Marin - Rohnert Park - Rates Effective 7/1/2025 - 6/30/2026
Exhibit O-3: City of Rohnert Park, CA
Contractor's Maximum Rates-July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026
Emergency Service Rates - Employees
Labor Position Hourly Rate
Driver $82.37
Utility $82.37
Exhibit O-4: City of Rohnert Park, CA
Contractor's Maximum Rates-July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026
Emergency Service Rates - Equipment
Equipment Type Hourly Rate
Front Loader $143.61
Split Body $143.61
Side Loader $143.61
Roll Off $107.72
Street Sweeper $107.72
Cart Delivery $89.78
Bin Delivery $89.78
Pickup $71.74
Equipment Type Per Service
ADA or Deluxe Portable Toilet $85.00
Standard Portable Toilet or Handwash Station $75.00
(1) Rates not currently listed on the table will increase by RRI rate of 2.2%.
Recology Sonoma Marin - Rohnert Park - RRI Increase for 7/1/2025
Exhibit O-1: City of Rohnert Park, CA
Rohnert Park Refuse & Recycling - RRI Increase for 7/1/2025
Single Family Residence Cart Collection
A. SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL CART COLLECTION SERVICE - MONTHLY RATE
Refuse Cart Sizes (gallons)20 32 65 95
Monthly Refuse Rate 0.37$ 0.67$ 1.05$ 1.64$
B. SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL EXTRA COLLECTION - MONTHLY RATE
Additional Refuse Cart 0.37$ 0.67$ 1.05$ 1.64$
Extra Additional Recycling Cart Over 2 Carts $0.64
Extra Additional Green Waste Cart Over 2 Carts $0.74
C. ADDITIONAL SERVICES AND RATES
On-Premise Collection 0.82$ added to all Carts sizes per month
Extra Bag Collection 0.26$ Per bag/occurrence
Additional Cart Exchange
(1 free exchange over contract term)0.62$ each additional Cart/occurrence
Additional Cart Replacement
(1 free exchange over contract term)3.13$ each additional Cart/occurrence
Recycling Only Collection
(1-95 gallon recycling Cart)0.38$ per month
Collection Contaminated Cart 1.13$ each contaminated Cart
Extra Collection Trip 0.28$ each Cart/trip
Cart Cleaning 1.23$ per Cart
BIC Collection (after 2 included)1.74$ Per BIC Collection
Any Item with Freon (including two included BIC)1.36$ Per BIC Collection
7 Day Clean Up - 3 Cubic Yard Bin 5.83$ each Bin and includes Disposal charge
7 Day Clean Up - 4 Cubic Yard Bin 7.56$ each Bin and includes Disposal charge
7 Day Clean Up - 6 Cubic Yard Bin 11.01$ each Bin and includes Disposal charge
Recology Sonoma Marin - Rohnert Park - RRI Increase for 7/1/2025
Exhibit O-2: City of Rohnert Park, CA
Rohnert Park Refuse & Recycling - RRI Increase for 7/1/2025
Multi-Family and Commercial Collection
A. CARTS AND BINS - MONTHLY RATES
Collection Frequency
Container Size
lx / week 2x / week 3x / week 4x / week 5x / week 6x / week
20-gallon Cart
(MFD Customers
Only)0.37$ 0.74$ 1.10$ 1.47$ 1.84$ 2.21$
32-gallon Cart 0.67$ 1.35$ 2.02$ 2.69$ 3.37$ 4.04$
68-gallon Cart 1.05$ 2.11$ 3.16$ 4.21$ 5.26$ 6.32$
95-gallon Cart 1.64$ 3.29$ 4.93$ 6.57$ 8.22$ 9.86$
1.0-CY Bin 3.51$ 7.03$ 10.54$ 14.05$ 17.57$ 21.08$
1.5-CY Bin 5.27$ 10.75$ 16.45$ 22.37$ 28.52$ 34.91$
2-CY Bin 7.03$ 14.33$ 21.93$ 29.82$ 38.03$ 46.54$
3-CY Bin 10.54$ 21.50$ 32.89$ 44.73$ 57.04$ 69.82$
4-CY Bin 14.05$ 28.67$ 43.86$ 59.64$ 76.06$ 93.09$
6-CY Bin 21.08$ 43.00$ 65.78$ 89.46$ 114.08$ 139.63$
A-1. COMPACTOR BINS - MONTHLY RATES
Compactor Bins
1.0 CY 1.5 CY 2.0 CY 3.0 CY 4.0 CY 6.0 CY
Weekly Service 9.38$ 12.87$ 16.36$ 23.34$ 30.32$ 44.27$
B. DEBRIS BOXES AND COMPACTORS-PER PULL, & PER TON DISPOSAL COST
Boxes Compactors
20 CY 30 CY 20 CY 26 CY 30 CY 32 CY 40 CY
12.57$ 15.64$ 19.99$ 25.99$ 29.99$ 29.99$ 39.99$
Recology Sonoma Marin - Rohnert Park - RRI Increase for 7/1/2025
Exhibit O-2: City of Rohnert Park, CA
Rohnert Park Refuse & Recycling - RRI Increase for 7/1/2025
Multi-Family and Commercial Collection
C. ADDITIONAL SERVICES AND RATES
Push Rates - Per Month 1.23$ in 25 foot increments after the 1st 25 feet
Service for Locking Bin/Lock for Bin 0.27$ Per Locking Bin & per Lock Provided
Enclosure Service 0.27$ per Enclosure Opening (not applied on top of Locking fee )
Cart or Bin Cleaning Each Occurrence 0.81$ per Cart 2.46$ per Bin
Compactor Cleaning per Occurrence 12.09$ per Compactor on Collection Day
Collection of Contaminated Bin 1.13$ per Bin 3.51$ per Cu. Yd.
Collection of Blocked Bin 0.91$ per Bin
Collection of Overflowed Bin 1.72$ per Cubic Yard
Extra Collection of Bin 3.51$ per Cubic Yard
Additional CY of Recycling Above 3x MSW CY 0.92$ per Bin
Additional CY of Organics Above 3x MSW CY 1.21$ per Bin
Bin Exchange (1 free over contract term)0.94$ each occurrence
Bin Replacement (1 free per year)4.69$ each occurrence
Relocation fee or Trip Charge (No Collection on Debris
Box or Compactor w/o Cancellation)7.82$ per Trip or Relocation
Monthly Box Rental 4.74$ per Month with no collection
D. DISPOSAL CHARGES
Disposal Site: Sonoma County Landfill/Transfer System (22.39)$ Per Ton
Note: All Debris Boxes and Compactors are pull rates only; Disposal will be based on actual Disposal costs; the total maximum
customer rate will be the total cost for the Collection, Disposal, City Fees, and AB 939 Compliance and Diversion Fee.
Recology Sonoma Marin - Rohnert Park - RRI Increase for 7/1/2025
Exhibit O-3: City of Rohnert Park, CA
Rohnert Park Refuse & Recycling - RRI Increase for 7/1/2025
Emergency Service Rates - Employees
Labor Position Hourly Rate
Driver $1.77
Utility $1.77
Exhibit O-4: City of Rohnert Park, CA
Rohnert Park Refuse & Recycling - RRI Increase for 7/1/2025
Emergency Service Rates - Equipment
Equipment Type Hourly Rate
Front Loader $3.08
Split Body $3.08
Side Loader $3.08
Roll Off $2.31
Street Sweeper $2.31
Cart Delivery $1.92
Bin Delivery $1.92
Pickup $1.54
Equipment Type Per Service
ADA or Deluxe Portable Toilet
Standard Portable Toilet or Handwash Station
Rohnert Park Refuse & Recycling - Rates Effective 7/1/2024 - 6/30/2025
Exhibit O-1: City of Rohnert Park, CA
Contractor's Maximum Rates-July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025
Single Family Residence Cart Collection
A. SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL CART COLLECTION SERVICE - MONTHLY RATE
Refuse Cart Sizes (gallons)20 32 64 96
Monthly Refuse Rate 16.78$ 30.77$ 48.07$ 75.03$
B. SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL EXTRA COLLECTION - MONTHLY RATE
Additional Refuse Cart 16.78$ 30.77$ 48.07$ 75.03$
Extra Additional Recycling Cart Over 2 Carts $29.14
Extra Additional Green Waste Cart Over 2 Carts $33.70
C. ADDITIONAL SERVICES AND RATES
On-Premise Collection 37.50$ added to all Carts sizes per month
Extra Bag Collection 11.86$ Per bag/occurrence
Additional Cart Exchange
(1 free exchange over contract term)28.51$ each additional Cart/occurrence
Additional Cart Replacement
(1 free exchange over contract term)142.70$ each additional Cart/occurrence
Recycling Only Collection
(1-95 gallon recycling Cart)17.14$ per month
Collection Contaminated Cart 51.44$ each contaminated Cart
Extra Collection Trip 12.87$ each Cart/trip
Overflowing Container 11.86$ Per container/occurrence
Cart Cleaning 56.29$ per Cart
BIC Collection (after 2 included)79.45$ Per BIC Collection
Any Item with Freon (including two included BIC)62.30$ Per BIC Collection
7 Day Clean Up - 3 Cubic Yard Bin 266.22$ each Bin and includes Disposal charge
7 Day Clean Up - 4 Cubic Yard Bin 345.00$ each Bin and includes Disposal charge
7 Day Clean Up - 6 Cubic Yard Bin 502.55$ each Bin and includes Disposal charge
Rohnert Park Refuse & Recycling - Rates Effective 7/1/2024 - 6/30/2025
Exhibit O-2: City of Rohnert Park, CA
Contractor's Maximum Rates-July 1, 2023 - June 30, 2024
Multi-Family and Commercial Collection
A. CARTS AND BINS - MONTHLY RATES
Collection Frequency
Container Size
lx / week 2x / week 3x / week 4x / week 5x / week 6x / week
20-gallon Cart
(MFD Customers
Only)16.78$ 33.57$ 50.38$ 67.16$ 83.94$ 100.73$
32-gallon Cart 30.77$ 61.46$ 92.20$ 122.97$ 153.68$ 184.45$
64-gallon Cart 48.07$ 96.13$ 144.22$ 192.27$ 240.36$ 288.43$
96-gallon Cart 75.03$ 150.06$ 225.08$ 300.11$ 375.15$ 450.19$
1.0-CY Bin 160.42$ 320.86$ 481.24$ 641.63$ 802.09$ 962.49$
1.5-CY Bin 240.55$ 490.90$ 750.96$ 1,021.27$ 1,302.31$ 1,593.98$
2-CY Bin 320.86$ 654.51$ 1,001.27$ 1,361.70$ 1,736.43$ 2,125.25$
3-CY Bin 481.17$ 981.73$ 1,501.95$ 2,042.50$ 2,604.55$ 3,187.94$
4-CY Bin 641.60$ 1,309.00$ 2,002.59$ 2,723.32$ 3,472.85$ 4,250.60$
6-CY Bin 962.46$ 1,963.51$ 3,003.86$ 4,084.97$ 5,209.20$ 6,375.84$
On-call service is 25% of monthly rate.
A-1. COMPACTOR BINS - MONTHLY RATES
Compactor Bins
1.0 CY 1.5 CY 2.0 CY 3.0 CY 4.0 CY 6.0 CY
Weekly Service 428.51$ 587.78$ 747.12$ 1,065.73$ 1,384.29$ 2,021.53$
B. DEBRIS BOXES AND COMPACTORS-PER PULL, & PER TON DISPOSAL COST
Boxes Compactors
20 CY 30 CY 20 CY 26 CY 30 CY 32 CY 40 CY
574.07$ 714.12$ 913.00$ 1,186.90$ 1,369.48$ 1,369.48$ 1,826.02$
Rohnert Park Refuse & Recycling - Rates Effective 7/1/2024 - 6/30/2025
Exhibit O-2: City of Rohnert Park, CA
Contractor's Maximum Rates-July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025
Multi-Family and Commercial Collection
C. ADDITIONAL SERVICES AND RATES
Push Rates - Per Month 56.29$ in 25 foot increments after the 1st 25 feet
Service for Locking Bin/Lock for Bin 12.26$ Per Locking Bin & per Lock Provided
Enclosure Service 12.26$ per Enclosure Opening (not applied on top of Locking fee )
Cart or Bin Cleaning Each Occurrence 37.01$ per Cart 112.50$ per Bin
Compactor Cleaning per Occurrence 551.95$ per Compactor on Collection Day
Collection of Contaminated Bin 51.44$ per Bin 160.42$ per Cu. Yd.
Collection of Blocked Bin 41.44$ per Bin
Collection of Overflowed Bin 78.59$ per Cubic Yard
Extra Collection of Bin 160.42$ per Cubic Yard
Additional CY of Recycling Above 3x MSW CY 42.17$ per Cubic Yard
Additional CY of Organics Above 3x MSW CY 55.32$ per Cubic Yard
Bin Exchange (1 free over contract term)42.82$ each occurrence
Bin Replacement (1 free per year)214.07$ each occurrence
Relocation fee or Trip Charge (No Collection on Debris
Box or Compactor w/o Cancellation)357.06$ per Trip or Relocation
Monthly Box Rental 216.45$ per Month with no collection
D. DISPOSAL CHARGES
Disposal Site: Sonoma County Landfill/Transfer System 194.02$ Per Ton
Note: All Debris Boxes and Compactors are pull rates only; Disposal will be based on actual Disposal costs; the total maximum
customer rate will be the total cost for the Collection, Disposal, City Fees, and AB 939 Compliance and Diversion Fee.
Disposal of special items including concrete, mattresses, tires, appliances and items with freon will include special charges reflecting
RSM's incremental cost of disposal. Debris box liners are not included in standard service but can be provided for the cost of the
liner.
Rohnert Park Refuse & Recycling - Rates Effective 7/1/2024 - 6/30/2025
Exhibit O-3: City of Rohnert Park, CA
Contractor's Maximum Rates-July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025
Emergency Service Rates - Employees
Labor Position Hourly Rate
Driver $80.60
Utility $80.60
Exhibit O-4: City of Rohnert Park, CA
Contractor's Maximum Rates-July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025
Emergency Service Rates - Equipment
Equipment Type Hourly Rate
Front Loader $140.53
Split Body $140.53
Side Loader $140.53
Roll Off $105.41
Street Sweeper $105.41
Cart Delivery $87.86
Bin Delivery $87.86
Pickup $70.20
Equipment Type Per Service
ADA or Deluxe Portable Toilet
Standard Portable Toilet or Handwash Station
ITEM NO. 7.E.
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$1,487,6000
Meeting Date: June 24, 2025
Department: Public Works
Submitted By: Mario Landeros, Acting Director of Public Works
Prepared By: Jason Sampietro, Associate Engineer
Agenda Title: By Minute Order, Authorize the City Manager to Execute Amendment
No. 2 to Task Order 2024-02 with GHD Inc. for Additional Construction
Management and Inspection Services for the Southwest Boulevard
Complete Streets Project, (Project No. CIP2023) in an Amount Not to
Exceed $55,205, for a Total Contract Amount of $388,948, (This project is
exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant
to Section 15302 (Replacement or Reconstruction) of CEQA Guidelines.
(14 Cal. Code Regs. §§ 15302))
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 2 to Task Order 2024-02 with GHD Inc.
for additional construction management and inspection services for the Southwest Boulevard
Complete Streets Project, Project No. CIP2023 in an amount not to exceed $55,205, for a total
contract amount of $388,948.
BACKGROUND:
The City received $2,285,000 in State funding from the State Transportation Improvement
Program (STIP) for the Southwest Boulevard Complete Streets Project (Project). The grant
consists of state funding, administered through the California Department of Transportation
(Caltrans).
The Southwest Boulevard Complete Streets Project is a transformative project along Southwest
Boulevard between the roundabout at Commerce Boulevard to approximately Adrian Drive. This
project includes a suite of physical improvements to improve safety and convenience for
pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorists traveling within and to the Rohnert Park’s Equity Priority
Community Area.
The construction of this Project produces several immediate and future improvements such as:
- Adding turn pockets and protected bike lanes to Southwest Boulevard
- Repaving the entirety of the roadway between the roundabout and Adrian Drive
- Adding a vegetated center median
Mission Statement
“We Care for Our Residents by Working Together to Build a
Better Community for Today and Tomorrow.”
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
ITEM NO. 7.E.
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- Adding a sidewalk on the north side of Southwest Boulevard between No Name Street
and Adrian Drive
- Reconfiguring the travel lanes
- Repainting and repairing the soundwall
- Revitalizing the public infrastructure appearance in one of the oldest commercial areas
in the City
On April 23, 2024, the plans and specifications for the project, prepared by BKF Engineers, were
approved by the City Engineer. GHD Inc. was hired for construction management and inspection
services of the Project for a total contract amount of $259,988. Team Ghilotti, Inc. was awarded
the construction contract for $2,852,349.00 with 180 calendar days to complete the work.
On February 11, 2025, Contract Change Order #1 with Team Ghilotti was approved by the City
Manager to extend the construction contract time by 180 days due to unforseen project conditions.
The additional days were needed, in part, to determine how to address improvements to the
soundwall, as included in the construction scope of work. Due to the potential impact that the
proposed sound wall work could have on the adjacent improvements, the majority of contract work
was put on hold until the work on the soundwall was defined. However, Team Ghilotti was able
to work on streetlight conduit installation for the new streetlights during this time. Once the
soundwall beautification approach was agreed upon, Team Ghilotti began construction of the
remainder of the work.
On May 13, 2025, GHD Inc’s Task Order Amendment No.1 for an additional $73,755 was
authorized by Minute Order and provided for 80 calendar days of additional construction
management and inspection services.
ANALYSIS:
GHD Inc.’s Task Order 2024-02 provided construction management and inspection services for
the original construction contract duration. Task Order Amendment No. 2 is for an additional 100
calendar days and provides mainly for additional inspection hours due to construction contract day
extensions and additional work.
Amendment No. 2 to the Task Order with GHD Inc. is in the amount not to exceed $55,205 and
will increase the total agreement amount to $388,948. Staff recommends proceeding with the
additional costs as this is still within the expected cost range for Construction Management and
inspection services for a project of this scope and size.
This will allow for continued consistent inspection and construction management services for the
remainder of the Southwest Boulevard Complete Streets Project.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS:
The Project involves repair of existing streets within the City. Therefore, the Project is
categorically exempt from the requirements of CEQA pursuant to Section 15302 (Replacement or
Reconstruction) of CEQA Guidelines. (14 Cal. Code Regs. §§15302).
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT:
The recommended action is consistent with the Strategic Plan for Planning and Infrastructure. This
project repairs a failing roadway and enhances the Southwest Boulevard corridor.
ITEM NO. 7.E.
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OPTIONS CONSIDERED:
1. Staff recommends authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 2 to Task
Order 2024-02 with GHD Inc. for an amount not to exceed $55,205, for a total contract
amount of $388,948. This action provides construction management and inspection
services for an extended construction period for this critical infrastructure project.
2. The City Council could decide not to authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment
No. 2 to Task Order 2024-02 with GHD Inc. This would require staff to complete the
construction management and inspection of the project, however, staff does not have the
resources or capacity to complete this work.
FISCAL IMPACT/FUNDING SOURCE:
Task Order 2025-02 Amendment No 2 with GHD Inc. is being funded through SB-1, Gas Tax,
Infrastructure, and the Casino supplemental Funds. Currently there is $311,876.85 of unbudgeted
funds available in this project. This is sufficient funding to authorize Task Order 2024-02
Amendment No.2 with GHD Inc. for $55,205.
Department Head Approval Date:
City Attorney Approval Date: 6/5/2025
Finance Director Approval Date: 6/3/2025
City Manager Approval Date: 6/10/2025
Attachments:
1. Amendment No. 2 to the Task Order 2024-02 with GHD Inc.
ITEM NO. 7.F.
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Meeting Date: June 24, 2025
Department: Development Services
Submitted By: Alicia Giudice, Director of Development Services
Prepared By: Emily Quig, Homeless Services Coordinator & Jenna Garcia, Housing
Manager
Agenda Title: Authorize the City Manager to Sign Agreements for Homeless Services in
Rohnert Park for Fiscal Year 2025-26 with (1) Catholic Charities of the
Diocese of Santa Rosa for Mobile Outreach Services in an amount not to
exceed $190,752, (2) Unsheltered Friends Outreach for Direct Support of
Unsheltered Persons in an amount not to exceed $36,000 (3) HomeFirst of
Santa Clara County for the Labath Landing Terms of Service and Annual
Budget in an amount not to exceed $2,518,337 (This action is not a Project
under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA))
RECOMMENDED ACTION: By minute order, authorize the City Manager to execute
agreements for homeless services in Rohnert Park for Fiscal Year 2025-26 with (1) Catholic
Charities of the Diocese of Santa Rosa for Mobile Outreach Services in an amount not to exceed
$190,752, (2) Unsheltered Friends Outreach for Direct Support of Unsheltered Persons in an
amount not to exceed $36,000 (3) HomeFirst of Santa Clara County for the Labath Landing
Terms of Service and Annual Budget in an amount not to exceed $2,518,337.
BACKGROUND & ANALYSIS: On June 10, 2025, the City Council approved the Fiscal Year
2025-26 budget which included funding for contracts with Catholic Charities of the Diocese of
Santa Rosa (Catholic Charities) Mobile Outreach Services, Unsheltered Friends Outreach for
Direct Support of Unsheltered Persons and HomeFirst for the operation of Labath Landing. Also
on June 10, 2025, the City Council allocated $129,960 from the Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget to
support the wind-down of the Master Last Permanent Supportive Housing program by June 30,
2026.
While permanent housing is the ultimate solution to homelessness, there is insufficient housing
immediately available in the community to offer a bed to all unhoused individuals. For this
reason, the City has invested in targeted service programs tailored to serve the City’s homeless
population by:
• Funding dedicated staff within the housing and code compliance divisions to respond to
illegal encampments and manage the implementation of the City’s homeless service
initiatives.
• Providing outreach to connect those experiencing homelessness to social services,
including connecting individuals with County-wide Coordinated Entry Program, which is
the first step on the path to permanent housing; and
Mission Statement
“We Care for Our Residents by Working Together to Build a
Better Community for Today and Tomorrow.”
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
ITEM NO. 7.F.
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• Operating the 60-unit Labath Landing project to provide interim housing and more
intensive support for individuals transitioning from homelessness to permanent housing.
For Fiscal Year 2025-26, the City Council made a determination that it would not continue to
allocate funds for the Master Lease Permanent Supportive Housing program and the SHARE
program due to the City’s General Fund shortfalls. However, funding for Labath Landing
Interim Housing will continue because the City made this commitment as part of the Homekey
application and funding for the HOST Mobile Outreach Services program, Unsheltered Friends
Outreach, and will allow for continued targeted service programs tailored to serve the City’s
homeless population. Table 1 below provides a summary of the service contracts, budgets, and
funding sources for these homeless programs in Fiscal Year 2025-26.
Table 1: City-Managed Homeless Service Programs
Proposed Contract Budget Overview - Fiscal Year 2025-26
Program Total
Budget
City Funds
Invested
Leveraged
Funds
Notes
HOST Mobile
Outreach Services
$190,752 $190,752 $0 Contract funding level
decreased $6,135 from FY 24-
25. Catholic Charities also
receives $18,468 through the
Sonoma County Homelessness
Coalition to support the HOST
Rohnert Park team.
Unsheltered
Friends Outreach
(UFO)
$36,000 $36,000 $0
Funding level identical to FY
24-25.
Labath Landing
Interim Housing
$2,518,337 $1,728,847 $789,490 Funding increased 3% over FY
24-25, consistent with prior
projections. Leveraged funds
are from State Homekey. In
addition, Staff actively seek
County / Homeless Coalition
funding as well, which may
further reduce the impact on
the City’s General Fund
budget.
TOTAL $2,745,089 $1,955,599 $789,490
ITEM NO. 7.F.
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At this time, the City Council is being asked to approve three agreements, totaling an amount not
to exceed $2,745,089 for outreach and interim housing services. In order to continue operating
these programs in Fiscal Year 2025-26, these agreements must be approved before July 1, 2025.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS: The recommended action is exempt from the California
Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) because it does not qualify as a “project” as defined in
Public Resource Code Section 21065 and CEQA Guidelines Sections 15378, because it involves
government funding and does not involve any commitment to any specific project which may
result in a potentially significant physical impact on the environment. Directing staff to enter into
agreements with contractors to provide homeless services is an administrative activity that does
not result in any direct or indirect physical changes to the environment.
STRATEGIC PLAN AND COUNCIL GOALS/PRIORITIES ALIGNMENT: The
recommended action is consistent the City Council’s goal of “Community Quality of Life.”
OPTIONS CONSIDERED: None. The proposed action is necessary for staff to implement the
City Council’s budget direction.
FISCAL IMPACT/FUNDING SOURCE: The FY 25/26 fiscal impact of the proposed action is
$2,745,089. Of this amount, $1,955,599 is included in the contract services line in the General
Fund Development Services’ Homelessness Budget Unit (Account #10006250-64000) and
$789,490 is budgeted for in the contract services line in the Special Revenue Fund –
Homelessness Program (Account #42322250-64000.) The $789,490 from the Special Revenue
Fund is funded through State Homekey grant funding, which was awarded and received in
previous fiscal years.
Department Head Approval Date: 06/09/25
City Attorney Approval Date: N/A
Finance Manager Approval Date: 06/09/25
City Manager Approval Date: 06/10/25
Attachments:
1. Agreement with Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Santa Rosa and the City of Rohnert
Park to Provide Mobile Outreach Services
2. Agreement with Unsheltered Friends Outreach and the City of Rohnert Park to Provide
Direct Support Services to Unsheltered Persons
3. Ground Lease, Funding and Service Agreement – Terms of Service and Annual Budget
Fiscal Year 2025-26 with HomeFirst Services of Santa Clara County
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CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENT
RE: MOBILE OUTREACH SERVICES
This AGREEMENT FOR CONSULTANT SERVICES (“Agreement”) is entered into as
of the day of , 2025, by and between the City of Rohnert Park (“City”), a
California municipal corporation, and Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Santa Rosa DBA
Catholic Charities of Northwest California (“CCDSR”), a California nonprofit corporation, with
reference to the following facts, understandings and intentions.
Recitals
WHEREAS, City desires to obtain mobile outreach services to facilitate support for
unsheltered persons to enter safe housing; and
WHEREAS, CCDSR hereby warrants to City that CCDSR is skilled and able to provide
such services described in Section 3 of this Agreement; and
WHEREAS, City desires to retain CCDSR pursuant to this Agreement to provide the
services described in Section 3, subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement.
Agreement
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of their mutual covenants, the parties hereto agree
as follows:
1. Incorporation of Recitals. The recitals and all defined terms set forth above are
hereby incorporated into this Agreement as if set forth herein in full.
2. Project Coordination. Authorized representatives shall represent City and
CCDSR in all matters pertaining to this Agreement.
A. City. The City Manager or his/her designee shall represent City
for all purposes under this Agreement, except where approval for the City is specifically required
by the City Council. The Housing Manager is hereby designated as the project manager
(“Project Manager”). The Project Manager shall supervise the progress and execution of this
Agreement.
B. Consultant. CCDSR shall assign Jennielynn Holmes, Chief
Executive Officer, to have overall responsibility for the progress and execution of this
Agreement for Consultant.
3. Scope and Performance of Services
A. Scope of Services. Subject to such policy direction and approvals as the
City through its staff may determine from time to time, CCDSR shall perform the services set
out in the “Scope of Work” attached hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated herein by reference.
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B. Time of Performance. CCDSR’s services are to commence upon receipt
of a written notice to proceed from City, but in no event prior to receiving a fully executed
agreement from City and obtaining and delivering the required insurance coverage, and
satisfactory evidence thereof, to City. CCDSR’s services are to be completed not later than June
30, 2026. CCDSR shall perform its services in accordance with the schedule attached hereto as
Exhibit A. Any changes to these dates in either this Section 3 or Exhibit A must be approved in
writing by the City.
C. Standard of Quality. City relies upon the professional ability of CCDSR
as a material inducement to entering into this Agreement. All work performed by CCDSR under
this Agreement shall be performed: (1) with due diligence, using its best efforts to perform and
coordinate all activities in a timely manner; (2) in accordance with all applicable legal
requirements; and (3) with the standard of quality ordinarily expected of competent professionals
in CCDSR’s field of expertise. CCDSR shall correct, at its own expense, all errors made in the
provision of services under this Agreement. In the event that CCDSR fails to make such
correction in a timely manner, City may make the correction and charge the cost thereof to
CCDSR.
4. Compensation and Method of Payment.
A. Compensation. The compensation to be paid to CCDSR, including both
payment for professional services and reimbursable expenses, shall be at the rate and schedules
attached hereto as Exhibit B, and incorporated herein by reference. However, notwithstanding
the foregoing, CCDSR shall be required to complete all work identified in Exhibit A in an
amount not to exceed the total cost identified in Exhibit B, and in no event shall the amount City
pays CCDSR exceed One Hundred Ninety Thousand Seven Hundred Fifty-Two Dollars
($190,752). The City’s payment under this Agreement shall not be deemed a waiver of
unsatisfactory work, even if such defects were known to the City at the time of payment.
B. Timing of Payment.
(1) CCDSR shall submit itemized monthly statements for work
performed. All statements shall include adequate documentation demonstrating work performed
during the billing period and shall conform to Federal Funding invoicing requirements, if
applicable. Except as otherwise provided herein, City shall make payment, in full, within thirty
(30) days after City’s approval of the invoice.
(2) Payments due and payable to CCDSR for current services must be
within the current budget and within an available, unexhausted and unencumbered appropriation
of the City. In the event the City has not appropriated sufficient funds for payment of CCDSR’s
services beyond the current fiscal year, this Agreement shall cover only those costs incurred up
to the conclusion of the current fiscal year; payment for additional work is conditional upon
future City appropriation.
C. Changes in Compensation. CCDSR will not undertake any work that will
incur costs in excess of the amount set forth in Section 4(A) of this Agreement without prior
written amendment to this Agreement. City shall have the right to amend the Scope of Work
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within the Agreement by written notification to CCDSR. In such event, the compensation and
time of performance shall be subject to renegotiation upon written demand of either party to the
Agreement. CCDSR shall not commence any work exceeding the Scope of Work without prior
written authorization from the City. Failure of CCDSR to secure City’s written authorization for
extra or changed work shall constitute a waiver of any and all right to adjustment in the contract
price or time due, whether by way of compensation, restitution, quantum meruit, etc. for work
done without the appropriate City authorization.
D. Taxes. CCDSR shall pay all taxes, assessments and premiums under the
federal Social Security Act, any applicable unemployment insurance contributions, Workers
Compensation insurance premiums, sales taxes, use taxes, personal property taxes, or other taxes
or assessments now or hereafter in effect and payable by reason of or in connection with the
services to be performed by CCDSR.
E. Litigation Support. CCDSR agrees to testify at City’s request if litigation
is brought against City in connection with CCDSR’s work product. Unless the action is brought
by CCDSR or is based upon CCDSR’s negligence, City will compensate CCDSR for the
preparation and the testimony at CCDSR’s standard hourly rates, if requested by City and not
part of the litigation brought by City against CCDSR.
5. Term. This Agreement shall commence upon its execution by both parties and
shall continue in full force and effect until completed, amended pursuant to Section 19, or
otherwise terminated as provided herein.
6. Inspection. CCDSR shall furnish City with every reasonable opportunity for City
to ascertain that the services of CCDSR are being performed in accordance with the requirements
and intentions of this Agreement. All work done and all materials furnished, if any, shall be
subject to the Project Manager’s inspection and approval. The inspection of such work shall not
relieve CCDSR of any of its obligations to fulfill the Agreement as prescribed.
7. Ownership of Documents. Title, including the copyright and all intellectual
property rights, to all plans, specifications, maps, estimates, reports, manuscripts, drawings,
descriptions, designs, data, photographs, reports and any other final work products compiled,
prepared or obtained by CCDSR under the Agreement shall be vested in City, none of which
shall be used in any manner whatsoever by any person, firm, corporation, or agency without the
expressed written consent of the City. CCDSR shall assume no responsibility for the unintended
use by others of such final work products which are not related to the scope of the services
described under this Agreement. Basic survey notes and sketches, charts, computations, and
other data prepared or obtained under the Agreement shall be made available, upon request, to
City without restriction or limitations on their use. CCDSR may retain copies of the above-
described information but agrees not to disclose or discuss any information gathered, discussed
or generated in any way through this Agreement without the written permission of City during
the term of this Agreement, unless required by law.
8. Employment of Other Consultants, Specialists or Experts. CCDSR will not
employ or otherwise incur an obligation to pay other consultants, specialists or experts for
services in connection with this Agreement without the prior written approval of the City.
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9. Conflict of Interest Requirements.
A. CCDSR covenants and represents that neither it, nor any officer or
principal of its firm, has, or shall acquire any investment, income, business entity, interest in real
property, or other interest, directly or indirectly, which would conflict in any manner with the
interests of City, hinder CCDSR's performance of services under this Agreement, or be affected
in any manner or degree by performance of CCDSR’s services hereunder. CCDSR further
covenants that in the performance of the Agreement, no person having any such interest shall be
employed by it as an officer, employee, agent, or subcontractor without the express written
consent of the City. CCDSR agrees at all times to avoid conflicts of interest, or the appearance
of any conflicts of interest, with the interests of the City in the performance of the Agreement.
B. CCDSR is not a designated employee within the meaning of the Political
Reform Act because CCDSR:
(1) will not have the power to make any governmental decision,
including whether to: approve any rates, rules, regulations, policies, standards, or guidelines of
the City or any of its subdivisions; adopt or enforce any laws; issue, deny, suspend, or revoke
any permit, license, application, certificate, order, or any similar authorization or entitlement;
authorize, modify, or renew any form of City contract; grant approval to any City contract
specifications on behalf of the City; or grant City approval for any plans, designs, reports, or
similar; and
(2) will not participate in the making of any governmental decision in
the equivalent of a staff capacity. For the purposes of this provision, “participating in a
governmental decision” includes providing information, an opinion, or a recommendation
directly to any person at the City empowered to make a decision on behalf of the City without
significant intervening substantive review; and
(3) will not perform the same duties for the City that would otherwise
be performed by a staff member required to report under the City’s conflict of interest code.
(2 Cal. Code Regs. § 18700.3.)
10. Liability of Members and Employees of City. No member of the City and no
other officer, elected official, employee or agent of the City shall be personally liable to CCDSR
or otherwise in the event of any default or breach of the City, or for any amount which may
become due to CCDSR or any successor in interest, or for any obligations directly or indirectly
incurred under the terms of this Agreement. To the maximum extent permitted by law, the City
shall have no liability or responsibility for any accident, loss, or damage to any work performed
under this Agreement whether prior to its completion or acceptance or otherwise.
11. Indemnity.
A. Indemnification. To the fullest extent permitted by law, CCDSR shall, at
its own expense, indemnify, protect, defend (by counsel reasonably satisfactory to the City) and
hold harmless City and any and all of its officers, officials, employees, agents and volunteers
(“Indemnified Parties”) from and against any and all liability (including liability for claims,
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demands, damages, obligations, suits, actions, arbitration proceedings, administrative
proceedings, regulatory proceedings, losses, expenses or costs of any kind, whether actual,
alleged or threatened, including attorneys’ fees and costs, court costs, interest, defense costs and
expert witness fees) of any nature (“Liability”), whether actual, alleged or threatened, which
arise out of, pertain to, or relate to the performance or failure to comply with this Agreement,
regardless of any fault or alleged fault of the Indemnified Parties.
1. For design professionals (as that term is defined by statute) acting
within the scope of their professional capacity, to the fullest extent permitted by law, CCDSR
shall, at its own expense, indemnify, protect, defend (by counsel reasonably satisfactory to the
City) and hold harmless any Indemnified Parties from and against any and all Liability, whether
actual, alleged or threatened, which arise out of, pertain to, or relate to CCDSR’s negligence,
recklessness, or willful misconduct, or as may be provided by statute in Civil Code § 2782.8, as
may be amended from time to time.
2. The only exception to CCDSR’s responsibility to indemnify,
protect, defend, and hold harmless the Indemnified Parties from Liability is due to the active
negligence or willful misconduct of City or its elective or appointive boards, officers, agents and
employees.
B. Scope of Obligation. CCDSR’s duty to indemnify, protect, defend and
hold harmless as set forth in this Section 11 shall include the duty to defend (by counsel
reasonably satisfactory to the City) as set forth in California Civil Code § 2778. This
indemnification obligation is not limited in any way by any limitation on the amount or type of
damages or compensation payable by or for CCDSR under worker’s compensation, disability or
other employee benefit acts or the terms, applicability or limitations of any insurance held or
provided by CCDSR and shall continue to bind the parties after termination/completion of this
Agreement. This indemnification shall be regardless of and not in any way limited by the
insurance requirements of this contract. This indemnification is for the full period of time
allowed by law and shall survive the termination of this agreement. CCDSR waives any and all
rights to express or implied indemnity against the Indemnified Parties concerning any Liability
of CCDSR arising out of or in connection with the Agreement or CCDSR’s failure to comply
with any of the terms of this Agreement.
C. CCDSR’s duty to indemnify, protect, defend and hold harmless as set forth in this
Section 11 shall not be excused because of CCDSR’s inability to evaluate Liability, or because
CCDSR evaluates Liability and determines that CCDSR is not or may not be liable. CCDSR
must respond within thirty (30) calendar days to any tender by the City, unless the time for
responding has been extended by an authorized representative of the City in writing. If CCDSR
fails to timely accept such tender, in addition to any other remedies authorized by law, as much
of the money due or that may become due to CCDSR under this Agreement as shall reasonably
be considered necessary by the City may be retained by the City until disposition has been made
of the matter subject to tender, or until CCDSR accepts the tender, whichever occurs first.
CCDSR agrees to fully reimburse all costs, including but not limited to attorney’s fees and costs
and fees of litigation incurred by the City in responding to matters prior to CCDSR’s acceptance
of the tender.
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12. Independent Contractor. It is expressly agreed that CCDSR, in the performance
of the work and services agreed to be performed by CCDSR, shall act as and be an independent
contractor and not an agent or employee of City and shall have responsibility for and control
over the details and means of providing its services under this Agreement. CCDSR shall furnish,
at its own expense, all labor, materials, equipment, tools, transportation and services necessary
for the successful completion of the services under this Agreement. As an independent
contractor, CCDSR shall obtain no rights to retirement benefits or other benefits which accrue to
City’s employees, and CCDSR hereby expressly waives any claim it may have to any such
rights. CCDSR, its officers, employees and agents shall not have any power to bind or commit
the City to any decision.
13. Compliance with Laws.
A. General. CCDSR shall use the standard of care in its profession to comply
with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations. CCDSR
represents and warrants to City that it has and shall, at its sole cost and expense, keep in effect or
obtain at all times during the term of this Agreement any licenses, permits, insurance and
approvals which are legally required for CCDSR to practice its profession. City is not
responsible or liable for CCDSR’s failure to comply with any or all of the requirements
contained in this paragraph or in this Agreement.
B. Workers’ Compensation. CCDSR certifies that it is aware of the
provisions of the California Labor Code which require every employee to be insured against
liability for workers’ compensation or to undertake self-insurance in accordance with the
provisions of that Code, and CCDSR certifies that it will comply with such provisions before
commencing performance of the Agreement and at all times in the performance of the
Agreement.
C. Prevailing Wage. CCDSR and CCDSR’s subcontractors (if any) shall, to
the extent required by the California Labor Code, pay not less than the latest prevailing wage
rates to workers and professionals as determined by the Director of Industrial Relations of the
State of California pursuant to California Labor Code, Part 7, Chapter 1, Article 2. Copies of the
applicable wage determination are on file at the City’s office of the City Clerk.
D. Injury and Illness Prevention Program. CCDSR certifies that it is aware of
and has complied with the provisions of California Labor Code § 6401.7, which requires every
employer to adopt a written injury and illness prevention program.
E. Business Licenses. Unless exempt by law, CCDSR and all subcontractors
shall have acquired, at CCDSR’s expense, a business license from the City in accordance with
Chapter 5.04 of the Rohnert Park Municipal Code, prior to City’s issuance of an authorization to
proceed with the Services. Such license(s) shall be kept valid throughout the term of this
Agreement. City may withhold compensation from CCDSR until such time as CCDSR complies
with this section.
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14. Confidential Information. All data, documents, discussions or other information
developed or received by or for CCDSR in performance of this Agreement are confidential and
not to be disclosed to any person except as authorized by City or as required by law.
15. Assignment; Subcontractors; Employees
A. Assignment. CCDSR shall not assign, delegate, transfer, or convey its
duties, responsibilities, or interests in this Agreement or any right, title, obligation, or interest in
or to the same or any part thereof without the City’s prior written consent, which shall be in the
City’s sole discretion. Any assignment without such approval shall be void and, at the City’s
option, shall immediately cause this Agreement to terminate.
B. Subcontractors; Employees. CCDSR shall be responsible for employing
or engaging all persons necessary to perform the services of CCDSR hereunder. No
subcontractor of CCDSR shall be recognized by the City as such; rather, all subcontractors are
deemed to be employees of CCDSR, and CCDSR agrees to be responsible for their performance.
CCDSR shall give its personal attention to the fulfillment of the provisions of this Agreement by
all of its employees and subcontractors, if any, and shall keep the work under its control. If any
employee or subcontractor of CCDSR fails or refuses to carry out the provisions of this
Agreement or appears to be incompetent or to act in a disorderly or improper manner, it shall be
discharged immediately from the work under this Agreement on demand of the Project Manager.
16. Insurance. Without limiting CCDSR’s indemnification provided herein, CCDSR
shall, at its own expense, procure and maintain insurance that complies with the requirements set
forth in Exhibit C to this Agreement, which is attached hereto and incorporated by reference.
CCDSR shall upon thirty (30) days’ notice comply with any changes in the amounts and terms of
insurance as may be required from time-to-time by City’s risk manager.
17. Termination of Agreement; Default.
A. This Agreement and all obligations hereunder may be terminated at any
time, with or without cause, by the City upon five (5) days’ written notice to CCDSR.
B. If CCDSR fails to perform any of its obligations under this Agreement
within the time and in the manner herein provided or otherwise violates any of the terms of this
Agreement, in addition to all other remedies provided by law, City may terminate this
Agreement immediately upon written notice. In such event, CCDSR shall be entitled to receive
as full payment for all services satisfactorily rendered and expenses incurred hereunder, an
amount which bears the same ratio to the total fees specified in the Agreement as the services
satisfactorily rendered by CCDSR bear to the total services otherwise required to be performed
for such total fee; provided, however, that the City shall deduct from such amount the amount of
damages, if any, sustained by City by virtue of CCDSR’s breach of the Agreement.
C. In the event City terminates this Agreement without cause, CCDSR shall
be entitled to any compensation owed to it up to the time of such termination, it being understood
that any payments are full compensation for services rendered prior to the time of payment.
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D. Upon termination of this Agreement with or without cause, CCDSR shall
turn over to the City Manager immediately any and all copies of studies, sketches, drawings,
computations, and other data, whether or not completed, prepared by CCDSR or its
subcontractors, if any, or given to CCDSR or its subcontractors, if any, in connection with this
Agreement. Such materials shall become the permanent property of the City. CCDSR, however,
shall not be liable for City’s use of incomplete materials nor for the City’s use of complete
documents if used for other than the project contemplated by this Agreement.
18. Suspension. City shall have the authority to suspend this Agreement and the
services contemplated herein, wholly or in part, for such period as it deems necessary due to
unfavorable conditions or to the failure on the part of CCDSR to perform any provision of this
Agreement. CCDSR will be paid for satisfactory services performed prior to the date of
suspension. During the period of suspension, CCDSR shall not receive any payment for services
or expenses incurred by reason of such suspension.
19. Merger; Amendment. This Agreement constitutes the complete and exclusive
statement of the agreement between City and CCDSR and shall supersede all prior negotiations,
representations, or agreements, either written or oral. This document may be amended only by
written instrument, signed by both the City and CCDSR. All provisions of this Agreement are
expressly made conditions.
20. Interpretation. This Agreement shall be interpreted as though it was a product of
a joint drafting effort, and no provisions shall be interpreted against a party on the ground that
said party was solely or primarily responsible for drafting the language to be interpreted.
21. Litigation Costs. If either party becomes involved in litigation arising out of this
Agreement or the performance thereof, the court in such litigation shall award reasonable costs
and expenses, including attorneys’ fees, to the prevailing party. In awarding attorneys’ fees, the
court will not be bound by any court fee schedule, but shall, if it is in the interest of justice to do
so, award the full amount of costs, expenses, and attorneys’ fees paid or incurred in good faith.
22. Time Is of the Essence. Time is of the essence in this Agreement. Upon receipt
of a written notice from City to proceed with work required by this Agreement, CCDSR shall
immediately commence work to perform the services required in accordance with the schedule
of work. In the event that the Agreement does not include a fixed schedule for completion of
work, CCDSR shall diligently prosecute all work until completion.
23. Written Notification. Any notice, demand, request, consent, approval or
communication that either party desires or is required to give to the other party shall be in
writing and either served personally or sent by prepaid, first-class mail. Any such notice,
demand, etc. shall be addressed to the other party at the address set forth below. Either party
may change its address by notifying the other party in writing of the change of address. Notice
shall be deemed communicated within seventy-two (72) hours from the time of mailing if mailed
as provided in this section.
If to City: City Clerk
City of Rohnert Park - City Hall
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130 Avram Avenue
Rohnert Park, CA 94928
If to CCDSR: Jennielynn Holmes
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Santa Rosa
PO Box 4900
Santa Rosa, CA 95402
24. Consultant’s Books and Records.
A. CCDSR shall maintain any and all ledgers, books of account, invoices,
vouchers, canceled checks, and other records or documents evidencing or relating to charges for
services, or expenditures and disbursements charged to City and all documents and records
which demonstrate performance under this Agreement for a minimum period of three (3) years,
or for any longer period required by law, from the date of termination or completion of this
Agreement.
B. Any records or documents required to be maintained pursuant to this
Agreement shall be made available for inspection or audit, at any time during regular business
hours, upon written request by the City Attorney, City Auditor, City Manager, or a designated
representative of any of these officers. Copies of such documents shall be provided to City for
inspection when it is practical to do so. Otherwise, unless an alternative is mutually agreed
upon, the records shall be available at CCDSR’s address indicated for receipt of notices in this
Agreement.
C. City may, by written request by any of the above-named officers, require
that custody of the records be given to the City and that the records and documents be
maintained in the City Manager’s office.
25. Agreement Is Binding. The terms, covenants, and conditions of this Agreement
shall apply to, and shall bind, the heirs, successors, executors, administrators, assigns, and
subcontractors of both parties.
26. Equal Employment Opportunity. CCDSR is an equal opportunity employer and
agrees to comply with all applicable state and federal regulations governing equal employment
opportunity. CCDSR will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment
because of race, religion, age, sex, creed, color, sexual orientation, marital status or national
origin. CCDSR will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are treated during such
employment without regard to race, religion, age, sex, creed, color, sexual orientation, marital
status, or national origin. Such action shall include, but shall not be limited to, the following:
employment, upgrading, demotion, or transfer; recruitment or recruitment advertising; lay-offs or
termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training, including
apprenticeship. CCDSR further agrees to post in conspicuous places, available to employees and
applicants for employment, notices setting forth the provisions of this nondiscrimination clause.
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27. Non-Exclusive Agreement. This is a non-exclusive agreement. City reserves the
right to provide, and to retain other consultants to provide, services that are the same or similar to
the services described in this Agreement.
28. City Not Obligated to Third Parties. The City shall not be obligated to or liable
for payment hereunder to any party other than CCDSR.
29. Remedies/Waiver. No failure on the part of either party to exercise any term,
covenant, condition, right or remedy hereunder shall operate as a waiver of any other term,
covenant, condition, right or remedy that such party may have hereunder. All remedies
permitted or available under this Agreement, or at law or in equity, are cumulative and
alternative. As a condition precedent to commencing legal action involving a claim or dispute
against City arising from this Agreement, CCDSR shall comply with the claims-presentation
requirements under the Government Tort Claims Act, California Government Code Sections
900, et seq. and the Rohnert Park Municipal Code.
30. Severability. If any one or more of the provisions contained herein shall for any
reason be held to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable in any respect, then such provision or
provisions shall be deemed severable from the remaining provisions hereof, and such invalidity,
illegality, or unenforceability shall not affect any other provision hereof, and this Agreement
shall be construed as if such invalid, illegal, or unenforceable provision had not been contained
herein.
31. Exhibits. The following exhibits are attached to this Agreement and incorporated
herein by this reference:
A. Exhibit A: Scope of Work and Schedule of Performance
B. Exhibit B: Compensation
C. Exhibit C: Insurance Requirements
32. Execution. This Agreement may be executed in several counterparts, each of
which shall constitute one and the same instrument and shall become binding upon the parties
when at least one copy hereof shall have been signed by both parties. In approving this
Agreement, it shall not be necessary to produce or account for more than one such counterpart.
The parties hereby expressly agree to the use of electronic signatures, which shall be deemed to
have the same effect as an original signature.
33. News Releases/Interviews. All CCDSR and subcontractor news releases, media
interviews, testimony at hearings and public comment shall be prohibited unless expressly
authorized by City.
34. Applicable Law; Venue. This Agreement shall be construed and interpreted
according to California law. In the event that suit shall be brought by either party hereunder, the
parties agree that a trial of such action shall be held exclusively in a state court in the County of
Sonoma, California.
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35. Authority. Each individual executing this Agreement on behalf of one of the
parties represents that he or she is duly authorized to sign and deliver the Agreement on behalf of
such party and that this Agreement is binding on such party in accordance with its terms.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, City and CCDSR have executed this Agreement as of the date first
above written.
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CITY OF ROHNERT PARK CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF THE
DIOCESE OF SANTA ROSA DBA
CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF
NORTHWEST CALIFORNIA
By:
Marcela Piedra, City Manager
Jennielynn Holmes By: Jennielynn Holmes (Jun 6, 2025 13:11 PDT) Jennielynn Holmes, Chief Executive Officer
By Minute Order adopted by the Rohnert Park
City Council at its meeting of June 24, 2025
ATTEST:
By:
City Clerk
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EXHIBIT A
Scope of Work and Schedule of Performance
MOBILE OUTREACH SERVICES
Overview:
The Catholic Charities (CCDSR) Homeless Outreach Services Team (HOST) provides case management and outreach services to support unsheltered persons to enter safe housing. An unsheltered person is an individual or family with a primary nighttime residence that is a public or private place not designed for or ordinarily used as regular sleeping accommodation for human beings, including a car, park, abandoned building, bus or train station, airport, or camping ground. Outreach staff work to build trust, connect individuals to Coordinated Entry, and obtain appropriate shelter, housing, and supportive services.
The Sonoma County Homeless Coalition has awarded CCDSR a contract for fiscal year 2025-26 to operate the HOST project countywide, with particular emphasis on Santa Rosa and Rohnert Park; leveraged funding specific to Rohnert Park. In order to provide sufficient dedicated outreach support to the Rohnert Park area, beyond what is available through the FY 2025-26 Sonoma County Homeless Coalition HOST contract, CCDSR requires $190,752. This combined funding will enable HOST to provide a team of two (2) outreach specialists dedicated to serving Rohnert Park. Key to the success of this targeted outreach will be intensive coordination with Unsheltered Friends Outreach (UFO) and other peer service providers contracting with the City, in an effort to leverage resources, expertise and avoid duplication.
Project dates: July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026
Qualifying Criteria:
The Rohnert Park HOST (RP HOST) program will serve individuals experiencing homelessness in or near Rohnert Park.
Referral and Prioritization Process:
RP HOST will conduct outreach activities based on priorities defined by City staff. These
include:
• Individuals living in encampments and related sites,
• Individuals living in vehicles and RVs, and
• High-scoring, unsheltered individuals on the City’s By Name List.
HOST will also receive referrals from City staff, business owners, volunteers and residents.
Designated HOST staff will participate in the City’s By Name List (BNL) meetings, and
prioritize referrals received from members of the BNL cohort, Rohnert Park Homeless Taskforce
and peer providers, responding within 2 business days.
Service location(s):
RP HOST will provide direct services in the field: at unsheltered persons’ encampments or
other public spaces in and near the Rohnert Park.
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Outcomes:
• 111 individuals will be served (entered into HMIS)
• 70% (78 of 111) individuals will be entered into Coordinated Entry
• 10% (11 of 111) individuals will exit project into permanent housing
• 20% (22 of 111) individuals will exit project into a sheltered location other than
permanent housing
Tracking & Reporting:
In addition to the outcomes above, the RP HOST program will track and report the following
data points:
• Number of individuals engaged (per HOST Tracking Spreadsheet)
• Number of individuals who were permanently housed outside Sonoma County
• Average length of time individuals were homeless prior to becoming housed
(measured once they are housed)
• Number of families with children served
• Number of children served
• Number of veterans served
• Income (by area median income)
• Race and ethnicity
Program review:
Regular internal program evaluation and review will include:
• Supervision and participant case review with Outreach Supervisor and
Outreach Workers
• Quarterly operational meetings
• Data collection
Staffing Structure:
This contract, along with the leveraged funds from the County, will support a staff of 2 for the
Rohnert Park HOST program, all of whom are experienced CCDSR Outreach Workers. The
Outreach Supervisor will be the lead Point of Contact, primarily responsible for day-to-day
coordination with the City and partners, and represent HOST in the BNL and other meetings
with City-funded homeless service programs.
Function Position FTE
Team Leader/Point of Contact: outreach,
engagement, and referral/linkage support; as well
as coordination with City and CCDSR.
Outreach Supervisor 1.0 FTE
Direct Service: outreach, engagement, and referral/linkage support. Outreach Worker 1.0 FTE
Management of Grant/Program Program Manager .20 FTE
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CORE SERVICES
RP HOST provides essential outreach services to unsheltered homeless individuals and families,
connecting them with housing, emergency shelter, and critical services. Core services include
engagement, case management, collaboration, planning, transportation, targeting specific
populations, connection to emergency health and mental health services, and documentation and
reporting. Staffing is 5 days a week, with 4 days in the field for 5-hour shifts. Non-field hours
will be spent in collaborative meetings, referral and case management follow up, data entry and
trainings. For the best results for the City of Rohnert Park’s households experiencing
homelessness, core services will be conducted in collaboration with CCDSR and the City’s other
contracted homeless service providers, thereby avoiding duplication and leveraging expertise and
resources.
RP HOST activities will align with the guidelines set forth in the Sonoma County Street
Outreach Standards.
Engagement:
Activities to locate, identify, and build relationships with unsheltered homeless individuals
including:
• Initial assessment of needs and eligibility (VI-SPDAT)
• Crisis counseling
• Connecting and providing information and referrals to programs targeted to
homeless people and mainstream social services and housing programs
• Addressing urgent physical needs, such as providing meals, blankets, clothes, or
toiletries when available
• Assisting the client to make phone calls to other service providers
Case Management and Document Readiness:
Assessing housing or service needs, arranging, coordinating, monitoring the delivery of
individualized services including:
• Accessing Sonoma County Coordinated Entry system
• Initial evaluation including verifying and documenting eligibility
• Counseling
• Developing, securing, and coordinating services
• Obtaining Federal, state, and local benefits
• Monitoring and evaluating participant progress
• Providing information and referrals to other providers
• Developing an individualized housing and service plan, including planning a path to
permanent housing stability
Collaboration/Planning:
• Collaboration and meetings with City staff and Rohnert Park homeless service partners
• Planning/preparation for upcoming Outreach Shifts
• Staff Training – best practices, licensing, off site required meetings
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• Service data entry, documentation and follow up (Documentation and Reporting details
in section below)
Transportation:
Travel by outreach workers, social workers, medical professionals, or other service providers
during the provision of services eligible mobile outreach services, including:
• The costs of transporting unsheltered people to emergency shelters or other service
facilities
• The cost of a participant’s travel on public transit
• Mileage allowance for service workers to visit program participants
• Purchasing or leasing a vehicle for staff use in conducting outreach activities, including
the cost of gas, insurance, taxes and maintenance for the vehicle
• Costs of staff to accompany or assist participants to use public transportation
Services for Special Populations:
Mobile outreach services tailored to address the needs of the special populations
disproportionality impacted by homelessness, including youth, TAY, victims of domestic
violence and related crimes/threats, LGBTQI+, and/or people living with HIV/AIDS who are
literally homeless, including:
• Engagement
• Case Management
• Emergency Health Services
• Emergency Mental Health Services
• Treatment Services
• Transportation
DOCUMENTATION AND REPORTING
RP HOST staff will track engagements on the HOST Tracking Spreadsheet and the City’s Veoci
system, and will input participant data into the Federal Homeless Management Information
System (HMIS), following relevant HMIS Data Standards. The number of individuals and
households served, income, demographics, ethnicity, outcome performance, significant changes
in program staffing, and anecdotal descriptions of services provided by this program will be
reported quarterly to the designated contact at the City of Rohnert Park, using the City’s
provided template.
Additionally, RP HOST staff will track participant information in the HOST Tracking
Spreadsheet, including:
• The number of people engaged cumulatively, per HOST Tracking Spreadsheet
• The number of people who moved into shelter / temporary housing
• The number of people who moved into permanent housing
• Narrative updates on priority referrals submitted by City staff
• Any other information mutually agreed upon between City and CCDSR
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DIRECT SUPPORT TO PARTICIPANTS
In coordination with CCDSR to ensure non-duplication of services, CCDSR will provide direct
financial support to participants. The goal of this direct support is to help participants eliminate
barriers to shelter and housing and to build trust with outreach staff. This support may include,
but is not limited to:
• Bus tickets or other transportation services
• Vouchers for legal disposal of waste from recreational vehicles
• Gift cards for restaurants, other food, haircuts, gasoline, and merchandise
• Limited term hotel stays including nightly rates, taxes and cost to repair damages to
the room, if needed
• Tents, tarps, rain ponchos, sleeping bags, and fire extinguishers
CCDSR will include a summary of the status of these funds as part of monthly invoices.
CCDSR will maintain expense reports showing the date of expenditure, items purchased, and
amounts spent. CCDSR will maintain receipts documenting these expenses and make them
available upon request to City staff.
The City will reimburse these funds for expenses incurred between July 1, 2025 and June 30,
2026.
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EXHIBIT B
Compensation
Staffing 25/26 Budget
Outreach Supervisor (1.0 FTE) $61,790
Outreach Worker $45,100
Program Manager (.20 FTE) $15,678
Benefits $32,121
Total $154,689
Operating
Direct Support to participants $5,000
Supplies and other costs $3,000
Total $8,000
Administrative Support (15%) $28,063
GRAND TOTAL $190,752
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EXHIBIT C
INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS for Consultant Services Agreement
CCDSR shall procure and maintain for the duration of the contract insurance against claims for
injuries to persons or damages to property which may arise from or in connection with the
performance of the work hereunder by CCDSR, its agents, representatives, or employees.
MINIMUM SCOPE AND LIMIT OF INSURANCE
Coverage shall be at least as broad as:
1. Commercial General Liability (CGL): Insurance Services Office Form CG 00 01
covering CGL on an “occurrence” basis, including products and completed operations, property
damage, bodily injury and personal & advertising injury with limits no less than $1,000,000 per
occurrence. If a general aggregate limit applies, either the general aggregate limit shall apply
separately to this project/location (ISO CG 25 03 or 25 04) or the general aggregate limit shall be
twice the required occurrence limit.
2. Automobile Liability: Insurance Services Office Form Number CA 0001 covering,
Code 1 (any auto), or if CCDSR has no owned autos, Code 8 (hired) and 9 (non-owned), with a
limit no less than $1,000,000 per accident for bodily injury and property damage.
3. Workers’ Compensation insurance as required by the State of California, with
Statutory Limits, and Employer’s Liability Insurance with a limit of no less than $1,000,000 per
accident for bodily injury or disease. (Not required if consultant provides written verification it
has no employees)
4. Professional Liability (Errors and Omissions) Insurance appropriates to CCDSR’s
profession, with a limit no less than $2,000,000 per occurrence or claim, $2,000,000 aggregate.
If CCDSR maintains broader coverage and/or higher limits than the minimums shown above, the
City requires and shall be entitled to the broader coverage and/or the higher limits maintained by
CCDSR. Any available insurance proceeds in excess of the specified minimum limits of
insurance and coverage shall be available to the City.
Other Insurance Provisions
The insurance policies are to contain, or be endorsed to contain, the following provisions:
Additional Insured Status
The City, its officers, officials, employees, and volunteers are to be covered as additional
insureds on the CGL policy with respect to liability arising out of work or operations performed
by or on behalf of CCDSR including materials, parts, or equipment furnished in connection with
such work or operations. General liability coverage can be provided in the form of an
endorsement to CCDSR’s insurance (at least as broad as ISO Form CG 20 10 11 85, or both CG
20 10, CG 20 26, CG 20 33, or CG 20 38; and CG 20 37 forms, if later revisions used).
Primary Coverage
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For any claims related to this contract, CCDSR’s insurance coverage shall be primary insurance
primary coverage at least as broad as ISO CG 20 01 04 13 with respect to the City, its officers,
officials, employees, and volunteers. Any insurance or self-insurance maintained by the City, its
officers, officials, employees, or volunteers shall be in excess of CCDSR’s insurance and shall
not contribute with it.
Notice of Cancellation
Each insurance policy required above shall state that coverage shall not be canceled, except with
notice to the City.
Waiver of Subrogation
CCDSR hereby grants to City a waiver of any right to subrogation which any insurer of said
CCDSR may acquire against the City by virtue of the payment of any loss under such insurance.
CCDSR agrees to obtain any endorsement that may be necessary to effect this waiver of
subrogation, but this provision applies regardless of whether the City has received a waiver of
subrogation endorsement from the insurer.
Self-Insured Retentions
Self-insured retentions must be declared to and approved by the City. The City may require
CCDSR to provide proof of ability to pay losses and related investigations, claim administration,
and defense expenses within the retention. The policy language shall provide, or be endorsed to
provide, that the self-insured retention may be satisfied by either the named insured or City.
Acceptability of Insurers
Insurance is to be placed with insurers authorized to conduct business in the state with a current
A.M. Best’s rating of no less than A:VII, unless otherwise acceptable to the City.
Claims Made Policies
If any of the required policies provide coverage on a claims-made basis:
1. The Retroactive Date must be shown and must be before the date of the contract or the
beginning of contract work;
2. Insurance must be maintained and evidence of insurance must be provided for at least
five (5) years after completion of the contract of work; and
3. If coverage is canceled or non-renewed, and not replaced with another claims-made
policy form with a Retroactive Date prior to the contract effective date, CCDSR must
purchase “extended reporting” coverage for a minimum of five (5) years after completion
of contract work.
Verification of Coverage
CCDSR shall furnish the City with original Certificates of Insurance including all required
amendatory endorsements (or copies of the applicable policy language effecting coverage
required by this clause) and a copy of the Declarations and Endorsement Page of the CGL policy
listing all policy endorsements to City before work begins. However, failure to obtain the
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required documents prior to the work beginning shall not waive CCDSR’s obligation to provide
them. The City reserves the right to require complete, certified copies of all required insurance
policies, including endorsements required by these specifications, at any time.
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CERTIFICATE OF CONSULTANT
I HEREBY CERTIFY that I, Jennielynn Holmes, am the Chief Executive Officer and a
duly authorized representative of the firm of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Santa Rosa
DBA Catholic Charities of Northwest California whose address is 987 Airway Ct. Santa Rosa,
CA 95403, and that neither I nor the above firm I here represent has:
a) Employed or retained for a commission, percentage, brokerage, contingent
fee, or other consideration, any firm or person (other than a bona fide
employee working solely for me or the above consultant) to solicit to
secure this Agreement.
b) Agreed, as an express or implied condition for obtaining this contract, to
employ or retain the services of any firm or person in connection with
carrying out the Agreement; or
c) Paid, or agreed to pay, to any firm, organization or person (other than a
bona fide employee working solely for me or the above consultant) any
fee, contribution, donation, or consideration of any kind for, or in
connection with, procuring or carrying out the Agreement;
Except as here expressly stated (if any);
I acknowledge that this certificate is subject to applicable State and Federal laws, both
criminal and civil.
06/06/2025 Jennielynn Holmes
Jennielynn Holmes (Jun 6, 2025 13:11 PDT)
Date Signature
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CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENT
RE: DIRECT SUPPORT SERVICES TO UNSHELTERED PERSONS
This AGREEMENT FOR CONSULTANT SERVICES (“Agreement”) is entered into as
of the day of , 2025, by and between the City of Rohnert Park (“City”), a
California municipal corporation, and Unsheltered Friends Outreach (“UFO”), a California
nonprofit corporation, with reference to the following facts, understandings and intentions.
Recitals
WHEREAS, City desires to obtain direct support and outreach services to unsheltered
persons to facilitate their immediate needs such as food, water, transportation, clothing, trash
bags, gift cards, toiletries and temporary accommodations; and
WHEREAS, UFO hereby warrants to City that UFO is skilled and able to provide such
services described in Section 3 of this Agreement; and
WHEREAS, City desires to retain UFO pursuant to this Agreement to provide the
services described in Section 3, subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement.
Agreement
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of their mutual covenants, the parties hereto agree
as follows:
1. Incorporation of Recitals. The recitals and all defined terms set forth above are hereby incorporated into this Agreement as if set forth herein in full.
2. Project Coordination. Authorized representatives shall represent City and UFO in all matters pertaining to this Agreement.
A. City. The City Manager or his/her designee shall represent City
for all purposes under this Agreement, except where approval for the City is specifically required
by the City Council. The Housing Manager is hereby designated as the project manager
(“Project Manager”). The Project Manager shall supervise the progress and execution of this
Agreement.
B. Consultant. UFO shall assign Paula Brown to have overall responsibility for the progress and execution of this Agreement for Consultant.
3. Scope and Performance of Services
A. Scope of Services. Subject to such policy direction and approvals as the
City through its staff may determine from time to time, UFO shall perform the services set out in
the “Scope of Work” attached hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated herein by reference.
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B. Time of Performance. UFO’s services are to commence upon receipt of a
written notice to proceed from City, but in no event prior to receiving a fully executed agreement
from City and obtaining and delivering the required insurance coverage, and satisfactory
evidence thereof, to City. UFO’s services are to be completed not later than June 30, 2026. UFO
shall perform its services in accordance with the schedule attached hereto as Exhibit A. Any
changes to these dates in either this Section 3 or Exhibit A must be approved in writing by the
City.
C. Standard of Quality. City relies upon the professional ability of UFO as a
material inducement to entering into this Agreement. All work performed by UFO under this
Agreement shall be performed: (1) with due diligence, using its best efforts to perform and
coordinate all activities in a timely manner; (2) in accordance with all applicable legal
requirements; and (3) with the standard of quality ordinarily expected of competent professionals
in UFO’s field of expertise. UFO shall correct, at its own expense, all errors made in the
provision of services under this Agreement. In the event that UFO fails to make such correction
in a timely manner, City may make the correction and charge the cost thereof to UFO.
4. Compensation and Method of Payment.
A. Compensation. The compensation to be paid to UFO, including both
payment for professional services and reimbursable expenses, shall be at the rate and schedules
attached hereto as Exhibit B, and incorporated herein by reference. However, notwithstanding
the foregoing, UFO shall be required to complete all work identified in Exhibit A in an amount
not to exceed the total cost identified in Exhibit A, and in no event shall the amount City pays
UFO exceed Thirty-Six Thousand Dollars ($36,000). The City’s payment under this
Agreement shall not be deemed a waiver of unsatisfactory work, even if such defects were
known to the City at the time of payment.
B. Timing of Payment.
(1) UFO shall submit itemized monthly statements for work
performed. All statements shall include adequate documentation demonstrating work performed
during the billing period and shall conform to Federal Funding invoicing requirements, if
applicable. Except as otherwise provided herein, City shall make payment, in full, within thirty
(30) days after City’s approval of the invoice.
(2) Payments due and payable to UFO for current services must be
within the current budget and within an available, unexhausted and unencumbered appropriation
of the City. In the event the City has not appropriated sufficient funds for payment of UFO’s
services beyond the current fiscal year, this Agreement shall cover only those costs incurred up
to the conclusion of the current fiscal year; payment for additional work is conditional upon
future City appropriation.
C. Changes in Compensation. UFO will not undertake any work that will
incur costs in excess of the amount set forth in Section 4(A) of this Agreement without prior
written amendment to this Agreement. City shall have the right to amend the Scope of Work
within the Agreement by written notification to UFO. In such event, the compensation and time
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of performance shall be subject to renegotiation upon written demand of either party to the
Agreement. UFO shall not commence any work exceeding the Scope of Work without prior
written authorization from the City. Failure of UFO to secure City’s written authorization for
extra or changed work shall constitute a waiver of any and all right to adjustment in the contract
price or time due, whether by way of compensation, restitution, quantum meruit, etc. for work
done without the appropriate City authorization.
D. Taxes. UFO shall pay all taxes, assessments and premiums under the
federal Social Security Act, any applicable unemployment insurance contributions, Workers
Compensation insurance premiums, sales taxes, use taxes, personal property taxes, or other taxes
or assessments now or hereafter in effect and payable by reason of or in connection with the
services to be performed by UFO.
E. No Overtime or Premium Pay. UFO shall receive no premium or
enhanced pay for work normally understood as overtime, i.e., hours that exceed forty (40) hours
per work week, or work performed during non-standard business hours, such as in the evenings
or on weekends. UFO shall not receive a premium or enhanced pay for work performed on a
recognized holiday. UFO shall not receive paid time off for days not worked, whether it be in
the form of sick leave, administrative leave, or for any other form of absence.
F. Litigation Support. UFO agrees to testify at City’s request if litigation is
brought against City in connection with UFO’s work product. Unless the action is brought by
UFO or is based upon UFO’s negligence, City will compensate UFO for the preparation and the
testimony at UFO’s standard hourly rates, if requested by City and not part of the litigation
brought by City against UFO.
5. Term. This Agreement shall commence upon its execution by both parties and
shall continue in full force and effect until completed, amended pursuant to Section 19, or
otherwise terminated as provided herein.
6. Inspection. UFO shall furnish City with every reasonable opportunity for City to
ascertain that the services of UFO are being performed in accordance with the requirements and
intentions of this Agreement. All work done and all materials furnished, if any, shall be subject
to the Project Manager’s inspection and approval. The inspection of such work shall not relieve
UFO of any of its obligations to fulfill the Agreement as prescribed.
7. Ownership of Documents. Title, including the copyright and all intellectual
property rights, to all plans, specifications, maps, estimates, reports, manuscripts, drawings,
descriptions, designs, data, photographs, reports and any other final work products compiled,
prepared or obtained by UFO under the Agreement shall be vested in City, none of which shall
be used in any manner whatsoever by any person, firm, corporation, or agency without the
expressed written consent of the City. UFO shall assume no responsibility for the unintended
use by others of such final work products which are not related to the scope of the services
described under this Agreement. Basic survey notes and sketches, charts, computations, and
other data prepared or obtained under the Agreement shall be made available, upon request, to
City without restriction or limitations on their use. UFO may retain copies of the above-
described information but agrees not to disclose or discuss any information gathered, discussed
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or generated in any way through this Agreement without the written permission of City during
the term of this Agreement, unless required by law.
8. Employment of Other Consultants, Specialists or Experts. UFO will not employ
or otherwise incur an obligation to pay other consultants, specialists or experts for services in
connection with this Agreement without the prior written approval of the City.
9. Conflict of Interest Requirements.
A. UFO covenants and represents that neither it, nor any officer or principal
of its firm, has, or shall acquire any investment, income, business entity, interest in real property,
or other interest, directly or indirectly, which would conflict in any manner with the interests of
City, hinder UFO's performance of services under this Agreement, or be affected in any manner
or degree by performance of UFO’s services hereunder. UFO further covenants that in the
performance of the Agreement, no person having any such interest shall be employed by it as an
officer, employee, agent, or subcontractor without the express written consent of the City. UFO
agrees at all times to avoid conflicts of interest, or the appearance of any conflicts of interest,
with the interests of the City in the performance of the Agreement.
B. UFO is not a designated employee within the meaning of the Political Reform Act because UFO:
(1) will not have the power to make any governmental decision,
including whether to: approve any rates, rules, regulations, policies, standards, or guidelines of
the City or any of its subdivisions; adopt or enforce any laws; issue, deny, suspend, or revoke
any permit, license, application, certificate, order, or any similar authorization or entitlement;
authorize, modify, or renew any form of City contract; grant approval to any City contract
specifications on behalf of the City; or grant City approval for any plans, designs, reports, or
similar; and
(2) will not participate in the making of any governmental decision in
the equivalent of a staff capacity. For the purposes of this provision, “participating in a
governmental decision” includes providing information, an opinion, or a recommendation
directly to any person at the City empowered to make a decision on behalf of the City without
significant intervening substantive review; and
(3) will not perform the same duties for the City that would otherwise be performed by a staff member required to report under the City’s conflict of interest code.
(2 Cal. Code Regs. § 18700.3.)
10. Liability of Members and Employees of City. No member of the City and no
other officer, elected official, employee or agent of the City shall be personally liable to UFO or
otherwise in the event of any default or breach of the City, or for any amount which may become
due to UFO or any successor in interest, or for any obligations directly or indirectly incurred
under the terms of this Agreement. To the maximum extent permitted by law, the City shall have
no liability or responsibility for any accident, loss, or damage to any work performed under this
Agreement whether prior to its completion or acceptance or otherwise.
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11. Indemnity.
A. Indemnification. To the fullest extent permitted by law, UFO shall, at its
own expense, indemnify, protect, defend (by counsel reasonably satisfactory to the City) and
hold harmless City and any and all of its officers, officials, employees, agents and volunteers
(“Indemnified Parties”) from and against any and all liability (including liability for claims,
demands, damages, obligations, suits, actions, arbitration proceedings, administrative
proceedings, regulatory proceedings, losses, expenses or costs of any kind, whether actual,
alleged or threatened, including attorneys’ fees and costs, court costs, interest, defense costs and
expert witness fees) of any nature (“Liability”), whether actual, alleged or threatened, which
arise out of, pertain to, or relate to the performance or failure to comply with this Agreement,
regardless of any fault or alleged fault of the Indemnified Parties.
1. For design professionals (as that term is defined by statute) acting
within the scope of their professional capacity, to the fullest extent permitted by law, UFO shall,
at its own expense, indemnify, protect, defend (by counsel reasonably satisfactory to the City)
and hold harmless any Indemnified Parties from and against any and all Liability, whether actual,
alleged or threatened, which arise out of, pertain to, or relate to UFO’s negligence, recklessness,
or willful misconduct, or as may be provided by statute in Civil Code § 2782.8, as may be
amended from time to time.
2. The only exception to UFO’s responsibility to indemnify, protect,
defend, and hold harmless the Indemnified Parties from Liability is due to the active negligence
or willful misconduct of City or its elective or appointive boards, officers, agents and employees.
B. Scope of Obligation. UFO’s duty to indemnify, protect, defend and hold
harmless as set forth in this Section 11 shall include the duty to defend (by counsel reasonably
satisfactory to the City) as set forth in California Civil Code § 2778. This indemnification
obligation is not limited in any way by any limitation on the amount or type of damages or
compensation payable by or for UFO under worker’s compensation, disability or other employee
benefit acts or the terms, applicability or limitations of any insurance held or provided by UFO
and shall continue to bind the parties after termination/completion of this Agreement. This
indemnification shall be regardless of and not in any way limited by the insurance requirements
of this contract. This indemnification is for the full period of time allowed by law and shall
survive the termination of this agreement. UFO waives any and all rights to express or implied
indemnity against the Indemnified Parties concerning any Liability of UFO arising out of or in
connection with the Agreement or UFO’s failure to comply with any of the terms of this
Agreement.
C. UFO’s duty to indemnify, protect, defend and hold harmless as set forth in this
Section 11 shall not be excused because of UFO’s inability to evaluate Liability, or because UFO
evaluates Liability and determines that UFO is not or may not be liable. UFO must respond
within thirty (30) calendar days to any tender by the City, unless the time for responding has
been extended by an authorized representative of the City in writing. If UFO fails to timely
accept such tender, in addition to any other remedies authorized by law, as much of the money
due or that may become due to UFO under this Agreement as shall reasonably be considered
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necessary by the City may be retained by the City until disposition has been made of the matter
subject to tender, or until UFO accepts the tender, whichever occurs first. UFO agrees to fully
reimburse all costs, including but not limited to attorney’s fees and costs and fees of litigation
incurred by the City in responding to matters prior to UFO’s acceptance of the tender.
12. Independent Contractor. It is expressly agreed that UFO, in the performance of
the work and services agreed to be performed by UFO, shall act as and be an independent
contractor and not an agent or employee of City and shall have responsibility for and control
over the details and means of providing its services under this Agreement. UFO shall furnish, at
its own expense, all labor, materials, equipment, tools, transportation and services necessary for
the successful completion of the services under this Agreement. As an independent contractor,
UFO shall obtain no rights to retirement benefits or other benefits which accrue to City’s
employees, and UFO hereby expressly waives any claim it may have to any such rights. UFO,
its officers, employees and agents shall not have any power to bind or commit the City to any
decision.
13. Compliance with Laws.
A. General. UFO shall use the standard of care in its profession to comply
with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations. UFO
represents and warrants to City that it has and shall, at its sole cost and expense, keep in effect or
obtain at all times during the term of this Agreement any licenses, permits, insurance and
approvals which are legally required for UFO to practice its profession. City is not responsible
or liable for UFO’s failure to comply with any or all of the requirements contained in this
paragraph or in this Agreement.
B. Workers’ Compensation. UFO certifies that it is aware of the provisions
of the California Labor Code which require every employee to be insured against liability for
workers’ compensation or to undertake self-insurance in accordance with the provisions of that
Code, and UFO certifies that it will comply with such provisions before commencing
performance of the Agreement and at all times in the performance of the Agreement.
C. Prevailing Wage. UFO and UFO’s subcontractors (if any) shall, to the
extent required by the California Labor Code, pay not less than the latest prevailing wage rates to
workers and professionals as determined by the Director of Industrial Relations of the State of
California pursuant to California Labor Code, Part 7, Chapter 1, Article 2. Copies of the
applicable wage determination are on file at the City’s office of the City Clerk.
D. Injury and Illness Prevention Program. UFO certifies that it is aware of
and has complied with the provisions of California Labor Code § 6401.7, which requires every
employer to adopt a written injury and illness prevention program.
E. Business Licenses. Unless exempt by law, UFO and all subcontractors
shall have acquired, at UFO’s expense, a business license from the City in accordance with
Chapter 5.04 of the Rohnert Park Municipal Code, prior to City’s issuance of an authorization to
proceed with the Services. Such license(s) shall be kept valid throughout the term of this
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Agreement. City may withhold compensation from UFO until such time as UFO complies with
this section.
14. Confidential Information. All data, documents, discussions or other information
developed or received by or for UFO in performance of this Agreement are confidential and not
to be disclosed to any person except as authorized by City or as required by law.
15. Assignment; Subcontractors; Employees
A. Assignment. UFO shall not assign, delegate, transfer, or convey its duties,
responsibilities, or interests in this Agreement or any right, title, obligation, or interest in or to
the same or any part thereof without the City’s prior written consent, which shall be in the City’s
sole discretion. Any assignment without such approval shall be void and, at the City’s option,
shall immediately cause this Agreement to terminate.
B. Subcontractors; Employees. UFO shall be responsible for employing or
engaging all persons necessary to perform the services of UFO hereunder. No subcontractor of
UFO shall be recognized by the City as such; rather, all subcontractors are deemed to be
employees of UFO, and UFO agrees to be responsible for their performance. UFO shall give its
personal attention to the fulfillment of the provisions of this Agreement by all of its employees
and subcontractors, if any, and shall keep the work under its control. If any employee or
subcontractor of UFO fails or refuses to carry out the provisions of this Agreement or appears to
be incompetent or to act in a disorderly or improper manner, it shall be discharged immediately
from the work under this Agreement on demand of the Project Manager.
16. Insurance. Without limiting UFO’s indemnification provided herein, UFO shall,
at its own expense, procure and maintain insurance that complies with the requirements set forth
in Exhibit B to this Agreement, which is attached hereto and incorporated by reference. UFO
shall upon thirty (30) days’ notice comply with any changes in the amounts and terms of
insurance as may be required from time-to-time by City’s risk manager.
17. Termination of Agreement; Default.
A. This Agreement and all obligations hereunder may be terminated at any time, with or without cause, by the City upon five (5) days’ written notice to UFO.
B. If UFO fails to perform any of its obligations under this Agreement within
the time and in the manner herein provided or otherwise violates any of the terms of this
Agreement, in addition to all other remedies provided by law, City may terminate this
Agreement immediately upon written notice. In such event, UFO shall be entitled to receive as
full payment for all services satisfactorily rendered and expenses incurred hereunder, an amount
which bears the same ratio to the total fees specified in the Agreement as the services
satisfactorily rendered by UFO bear to the total services otherwise required to be performed for
such total fee; provided, however, that the City shall deduct from such amount the amount of
damages, if any, sustained by City by virtue of UFO’s breach of the Agreement.
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C. In the event City terminates this Agreement without cause, UFO shall be
entitled to any compensation owed to it up to the time of such termination, it being understood
that any payments are full compensation for services rendered prior to the time of payment.
D. Upon termination of this Agreement with or without cause, UFO shall turn
over to the City Manager immediately any and all copies of studies, sketches, drawings,
computations, and other data, whether or not completed, prepared by UFO or its subcontractors,
if any, or given to UFO or its subcontractors, if any, in connection with this Agreement. Such
materials shall become the permanent property of the City. UFO, however, shall not be liable for
City’s use of incomplete materials nor for the City’s use of complete documents if used for other
than the project contemplated by this Agreement.
18. Suspension. City shall have the authority to suspend this Agreement and the
services contemplated herein, wholly or in part, for such period as it deems necessary due to
unfavorable conditions or to the failure on the part of UFO to perform any provision of this
Agreement. UFO will be paid for satisfactory services performed prior to the date of suspension.
During the period of suspension, UFO shall not receive any payment for services or expenses
incurred by reason of such suspension.
19. Merger; Amendment. This Agreement constitutes the complete and exclusive
statement of the agreement between City and UFO and shall supersede all prior negotiations,
representations, or agreements, either written or oral. This document may be amended only by
written instrument, signed by both the City and UFO. All provisions of this Agreement are
expressly made conditions.
20. Interpretation. This Agreement shall be interpreted as though it was a product of
a joint drafting effort, and no provisions shall be interpreted against a party on the ground that
said party was solely or primarily responsible for drafting the language to be interpreted.
21. Litigation Costs. If either party becomes involved in litigation arising out of this
Agreement or the performance thereof, the court in such litigation shall award reasonable costs
and expenses, including attorneys’ fees, to the prevailing party. In awarding attorneys’ fees, the
court will not be bound by any court fee schedule, but shall, if it is in the interest of justice to do
so, award the full amount of costs, expenses, and attorneys’ fees paid or incurred in good faith.
22. Time Is of the Essence. Time is of the essence in this Agreement. Upon receipt
of a written notice from City to proceed with work required by this Agreement, UFO shall
immediately commence work to perform the services required in accordance with the schedule
of work. In the event that the Agreement does not include a fixed schedule for completion of
work, UFO shall diligently prosecute all work until completion.
23. Written Notification. Any notice, demand, request, consent, approval or
communication that either party desires or is required to give to the other party shall be in
writing and either served personally or sent by prepaid, first-class mail. Any such notice,
demand, etc. shall be addressed to the other party at the address set forth below. Either party
may change its address by notifying the other party in writing of the change of address. Notice
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shall be deemed communicated within seventy-two (72) hours from the time of mailing if mailed
as provided in this section.
If to City: City Clerk
City of Rohnert Park - City Hall
130 Avram Avenue
Rohnert Park, CA 94928
If to UFO: Paula Brown, Vice President
Unsheltered Friends Outreach
PO Box 1214
Rohnert Park, CA 94927
24. Consultant’s Books and Records.
A. UFO shall maintain any and all ledgers, books of account, invoices,
vouchers, canceled checks, and other records or documents evidencing or relating to charges for
services, or expenditures and disbursements charged to City and all documents and records
which demonstrate performance under this Agreement for a minimum period of three (3) years,
or for any longer period required by law, from the date of termination or completion of this
Agreement.
B. Any records or documents required to be maintained pursuant to this
Agreement shall be made available for inspection or audit, at any time during regular business
hours, upon written request by the City Attorney, City Auditor, City Manager, or a designated
representative of any of these officers. Copies of such documents shall be provided to City for
inspection when it is practical to do so. Otherwise, unless an alternative is mutually agreed
upon, the records shall be available at UFO’s address indicated for receipt of notices in this
Agreement.
C. City may, by written request by any of the above-named officers, require
that custody of the records be given to the City and that the records and documents be
maintained in the City Manager’s office.
25. Agreement Is Binding. The terms, covenants, and conditions of this Agreement shall apply to, and shall bind, the heirs, successors, executors, administrators, assigns, and
subcontractors of both parties.
26. Equal Employment Opportunity. UFO is an equal opportunity employer and
agrees to comply with all applicable state and federal regulations governing equal employment
opportunity. UFO will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment
because of race, religion, age, sex, creed, color, sexual orientation, marital status or national
origin. UFO will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are treated during such
employment without regard to race, religion, age, sex, creed, color, sexual orientation, marital
status, or national origin. Such action shall include, but shall not be limited to, the following:
employment, upgrading, demotion, or transfer; recruitment or recruitment advertising; lay-offs or
termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training, including
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apprenticeship. UFO further agrees to post in conspicuous places, available to employees and
applicants for employment, notices setting forth the provisions of this nondiscrimination clause.
27. Non-Exclusive Agreement. This is a non-exclusive agreement. City reserves the
right to provide, and to retain other consultants to provide, services that are the same or similar to
the services described in this Agreement.
28. City Not Obligated to Third Parties. The City shall not be obligated to or liable for payment hereunder to any party other than UFO.
29. Remedies/Waiver. No failure on the part of either party to exercise any term,
covenant, condition, right or remedy hereunder shall operate as a waiver of any other term,
covenant, condition, right or remedy that such party may have hereunder. All remedies
permitted or available under this Agreement, or at law or in equity, are cumulative and
alternative. As a condition precedent to commencing legal action involving a claim or dispute
against City arising from this Agreement, UFO shall comply with the claims-presentation
requirements under the Government Tort Claims Act, California Government Code Sections
900, et seq. and the Rohnert Park Municipal Code.
30. Severability. If any one or more of the provisions contained herein shall for any
reason be held to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable in any respect, then such provision or
provisions shall be deemed severable from the remaining provisions hereof, and such invalidity,
illegality, or unenforceability shall not affect any other provision hereof, and this Agreement
shall be construed as if such invalid, illegal, or unenforceable provision had not been contained
herein.
31. Exhibits. The following exhibits are attached to this Agreement and incorporated herein by this reference:
A. Exhibit A: Scope of Work and Schedule of Performance
B. Exhibit B: Insurance Requirements
32. Execution. This Agreement may be executed in several counterparts, each of
which shall constitute one and the same instrument and shall become binding upon the parties
when at least one copy hereof shall have been signed by both parties. In approving this
Agreement, it shall not be necessary to produce or account for more than one such counterpart.
The parties hereby expressly agree to the use of electronic signatures, which shall be deemed to
have the same effect as an original signature.
33. News Releases/Interviews. All UFO and subcontractor news releases, media
interviews, testimony at hearings and public comment shall be prohibited unless expressly
authorized by City.
34. Applicable Law; Venue. This Agreement shall be construed and interpreted according to California law. In the event that suit shall be brought by either party hereunder, the
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parties agree that a trial of such action shall be held exclusively in a state court in the County of
Sonoma, California.
35. Authority. Each individual executing this Agreement on behalf of one of the
parties represents that he or she is duly authorized to sign and deliver the Agreement on behalf of
such party and that this Agreement is binding on such party in accordance with its terms.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, City and UFO have executed this Agreement as of the date first
above written.
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CITY OF ROHNERT PARK UNSHELTERED FRIENDS OUTREACH
By:
Marcela Piedra, City Manager
paula brown By: paula brown (Jun 3, 2025 08:47 PDT)
Paula Brown, Vice President
By Minute Order adopted by the Rohnert Park
City Council at its meeting of June 24, 2025
ATTEST:
By:
City Clerk
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EXHIBIT A
Scope of Work and Schedule of Performance
DIRECT SUPPORT SERVICES TO UNSHELTERED PERSONS
Overview: Unsheltered Friends Outreach (UFO) volunteers meet immediate needs of individuals
experiencing homelessness in Rohnert Park, addressing urgent physical life sustaining needs
such as providing meals (200 per week), blankets, clothing, and toiletries, as well as operating a
weekly mobile shower trailer. UFO volunteers actively engage and build relationships through
the mobile shower program as well as through street outreach, with an aim towards connecting
people with housing solutions that will end their experience of homelessness. UFO collaborates
closely with other City service providers including Catholic Charities Homeless Outreach
Services Team (HOST), Catholic Charities Master Lease Housing Program and SHARE.
Additionally, UFO refers individuals to the Coordinated Entry System, County of Sonoma
Department of Health, COTS, Redwood Gospel Mission, Crisis Stabilization Unit, Face to Face,
Interfaith Shelter Network, Rohnert Park Health Center, St. Joseph Urgent Care, Memorial
Hospital, Nightingale, and Sonoma County Human Services.
UFO provides volunteer outreach services to unsheltered persons in and near Rohnert Park four
days a week and receives funds to provide direct support to participants. These funds are used to
meet immediate needs of unsheltered individuals including providing food, water, transportation,
clothing, trash bags, gift cards, toiletries and brief motel stays. In addition to meeting immediate
needs, this direct support is used to develop relationships with individuals experiencing
homelessness. These relationships are vital to helping these individuals access services, shelter,
and permanent housing.
Key to the success of the efforts of UFO will be close coordination with the Catholic Charities
Homeless Outreach Services Team (HOST) and other peer service providers contracting with the
City, in an effort to leverage resources, expertise and avoid duplication.
UFO staff will participate in the Rohnert Park By Name List meetings.
Project dates: July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026
Qualifying Criteria: UFO will serve unsheltered individuals who are currently experiencing
homelessness in or near the City of Rohnert Park and the City of Cotati.
Referral and Prioritization Process: UFO conducts outreach proactively to known
encampments and related sites and will coordinate closely with HOST and City staff to
prioritize resources and reduce duplication of services. UFO will participate in regular
participant check-in meetings with HOST and the City.
Service location(s): UFO will provide direct services in the field: at unsheltered persons’
encampments or other public spaces in and near the City of Rohnert Park and the City of
Cotati.
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Tracking & Reporting:
UFO will track and report the following data points:
• Number of individuals provided services that lead to permanent housing
• Number of individuals provided alternative meal services, housing support, relationship
building and City priority direct support over $50
• Number and dollar amount of gift cards distributed to individuals
• Average number of times an individual receives direct support
• Number of individuals referred to Rohnert Park HOST, Catholic Charities Rohnert
Park Master Lease Permanent Supportive Housing Program and SHARE
• Number of individuals referred to other services
ELIGIBLE EXPENSES
The City of Rohnert Park has allocated $36,000 for direct support to participants to whom UFO
is providing outreach services. UFO will coordinate with HOST to ensure non-duplication of
services. UFO will use the funds to distribute 200 meals per week and provide for immediate
needs. In addition to meals, the intention of direct support services is to help individuals achieve
housing and stability. Outside of regular meal services, direct support funds may be used for any
of the following:
1. Alternative Meal Service
a. Gift cards for food not to exceed $20 per person per distribution (only to be
distributed when individuals cannot access regular UFO meal service or have
specific dietary requirements due to a medical condition)
b. Meal supplies such as utensils and containers
2. Housing support, including but not limited to:
a. Fees for obtaining government identification
b. Housing application fees
c. Professional shoes or clothing
d. Bus tickets or other transportation services
e. Motel vouchers for brief stays
3. Relationship-building, including but not limited to:
a. Pet food, supplies and veterinary services
b. Shoes or clothing
c. Toiletries, personal care items, first aid
4. City Priorities, including but not limited to:
a. Trash bags for encampment residents to keep their space sanitary
b. Tents, tarps, rain ponchos, sleeping bags, and fire extinguishers
c. Vouchers for legal disposal of waste from recreational vehicles
Gift cards shall not exceed $20 per person per distribution.
In addition to direct support to participants, UFO may use up to 15% of the funds awarded to
cover administrative costs, including:
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• Insurance
• Gasoline
• Dues or membership fees
• Cell phone services
• Office supplies
The City will provide these funds for expenses incurred between July 1, 2025 and June 30, 2026.
INVOICING AND REPORTING
UFO shall submit invoices to the City on a monthly basis, requesting the funds anticipated to be
needed for the coming month. Invoices shall be due to the City at least two weeks ahead of the
following month to allow for time for the City to process the request. The total amount available
through this agreement is $36,000 and UFO is anticipated to request $3,000 per month. With the
City’s prior written approval, however, UFO may request more than $3,000 per month, based on
need and rate of expenditure. Under no circumstances shall the total funds disbursed exceed
$36,000 for the project period of this agreement. In the event of a renewal term, total funds
disbursed during a renewal term shall not exceed $36,000 per renewal term.
UFO will maintain expense reports showing the date of expenditure, items purchased, and
amounts spent. UFO will maintain receipts documenting these expenses and make them
available upon request to City staff. UFO shall track data listed under “tracking and reporting”
on a spreadsheet shared with the City, as well as details for direct support provided, using a
template provided by the City. UFO will ensure the spreadsheet is up to date through the end
date of the most recent invoice submitted.
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EXHIBIT B
INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS for Consultant Services Agreement
UFO shall procure and maintain for the duration of the contract insurance against claims for
injuries to persons or damages to property which may arise from or in connection with the
performance of the work hereunder by UFO, its agents, representatives, or employees.
MINIMUM SCOPE AND LIMIT OF INSURANCE
Coverage shall be at least as broad as:
1. Commercial General Liability (CGL): Insurance Services Office Form CG 00 01
covering CGL on an “occurrence” basis, including products and completed operations, property
damage, bodily injury and personal & advertising injury with limits no less than $1,000,000 per
occurrence. If a general aggregate limit applies, either the general aggregate limit shall apply
separately to this project/location (ISO CG 25 03 or 25 04) or the general aggregate limit shall be
twice the required occurrence limit.
2. Automobile Liability: Insurance Services Office Form Number CA 0001 covering,
Code 1 (any auto), or if UFO has no owned autos, Code 8 (hired) and 9 (non-owned), with a
limit no less than $1,000,000 per accident for bodily injury and property damage.
3. Workers’ Compensation insurance as required by the State of California, with
Statutory Limits, and Employer’s Liability Insurance with a limit of no less than $1,000,000 per
accident for bodily injury or disease. (Not required if consultant provides written verification it
has no employees)
4. Professional Liability (Errors and Omissions) Insurance appropriates to UFO’s
profession, with a limit no less than $2,000,000 per occurrence or claim, $2,000,000 aggregate.
If UFO maintains broader coverage and/or higher limits than the minimums shown above, the
City requires and shall be entitled to the broader coverage and/or the higher limits maintained by
UFO. Any available insurance proceeds in excess of the specified minimum limits of insurance
and coverage shall be available to the City.
Other Insurance Provisions
The insurance policies are to contain, or be endorsed to contain, the following provisions:
Additional Insured Status
The City, its officers, officials, employees, and volunteers are to be covered as additional
insureds on the CGL policy with respect to liability arising out of work or operations performed
by or on behalf of UFO including materials, parts, or equipment furnished in connection with
such work or operations. General liability coverage can be provided in the form of an
endorsement to UFO’s insurance (at least as broad as ISO Form CG 20 10 11 85, or both CG 20
10, CG 20 26, CG 20 33, or CG 20 38; and CG 20 37 forms, if later revisions used).
Primary Coverage
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For any claims related to this contract, UFO’s insurance coverage shall be primary insurance
primary coverage at least as broad as ISO CG 20 01 04 13 with respect to the City, its officers,
officials, employees, and volunteers. Any insurance or self-insurance maintained by the City, its
officers, officials, employees, or volunteers shall be in excess of UFO’s insurance and shall not
contribute with it.
Notice of Cancellation
Each insurance policy required above shall state that coverage shall not be canceled, except with
notice to the City.
Waiver of Subrogation
UFO hereby grants to City a waiver of any right to subrogation which any insurer of said UFO
may acquire against the City by virtue of the payment of any loss under such insurance. UFO
agrees to obtain any endorsement that may be necessary to effect this waiver of subrogation, but
this provision applies regardless of whether the City has received a waiver of subrogation
endorsement from the insurer.
Self-Insured Retentions
Self-insured retentions must be declared to and approved by the City. The City may require UFO
to provide proof of ability to pay losses and related investigations, claim administration, and
defense expenses within the retention. The policy language shall provide, or be endorsed to
provide, that the self-insured retention may be satisfied by either the named insured or City.
Acceptability of Insurers
Insurance is to be placed with insurers authorized to conduct business in the state with a current
A.M. Best’s rating of no less than A:VII, unless otherwise acceptable to the City.
Claims Made Policies
If any of the required policies provide coverage on a claims-made basis:
1. The Retroactive Date must be shown and must be before the date of the contract or the
beginning of contract work;
2. Insurance must be maintained and evidence of insurance must be provided for at least
five (5) years after completion of the contract of work; and
3. If coverage is canceled or non-renewed, and not replaced with another claims-made
policy form with a Retroactive Date prior to the contract effective date, UFO must
purchase “extended reporting” coverage for a minimum of five (5) years after completion
of contract work.
Verification of Coverage
UFO shall furnish the City with original Certificates of Insurance including all required
amendatory endorsements (or copies of the applicable policy language effecting coverage
required by this clause) and a copy of the Declarations and Endorsement Page of the CGL policy
listing all policy endorsements to City before work begins. However, failure to obtain the
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required documents prior to the work beginning shall not waive UFO’s obligation to provide
them. The City reserves the right to require complete, certified copies of all required insurance
policies, including endorsements required by these specifications, at any time.
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CERTIFICATE OF CONSULTANT
I HEREBY CERTIFY that I, Paula Brown, am the Vice President, and a duly authorized
representative of the firm of Unsheltered Friends Outreach (UFO), whose address is PO Box
1214 Rohnert Park, CA 94927, and that neither I nor the above firm I here represent has:
a) Employed or retained for a commission, percentage, brokerage, contingent
fee, or other consideration, any firm or person (other than a bona fide
employee working solely for me or the above consultant) to solicit to
secure this Agreement.
b) Agreed, as an express or implied condition for obtaining this contract, to
employ or retain the services of any firm or person in connection with
carrying out the Agreement; or
c) Paid, or agreed to pay, to any firm, organization or person (other than a
bona fide employee working solely for me or the above consultant) any
fee, contribution, donation, or consideration of any kind for, or in
connection with, procuring or carrying out the Agreement;
Except as here expressly stated (if any);
I acknowledge that this certificate is subject to applicable State and Federal laws, both
criminal and civil.
06/03/2025 paula brown
paula brown (Jun 3, 2025 08:47 PDT)
Date Signature
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Ground Lease, Funding and Service Agreement
Terms of Service and Annual Budget
Annual Update – Fiscal Year 2025-2026
The City of Rohnert Park, a municipal corporation (“City”) and HomeFirst Services of Santa
Clara County, a nonprofit public benefit corporation (“HomeFirst”) hereby enter into and agree
upon these Terms of Service and Annual Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 (“2025-2026 Terms
of Service”), which have been prepared and executed pursuant to Section 7.2 of that certain
Ground Lease, Funding and Service Agreement between City and HomeFirst dated as of April 7,
2022 (“Ground Lease”).
These 2025-2026 Terms of Service are hereby incorporated into the Ground Lease by reference.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Labath Landing is an interim housing project for individuals experiencing homelessness. The
project includes 60 individual units for adults, 60% of which are set aside for those experiencing
chronic homelessness. This low-barrier, non-congregate interim housing program will provide a
safe and supportive environment for those experiencing homelessness. The goal of the program
is to support individuals experiencing homelessness to access permanent housing.
SERVICE TERM
These updated Terms of Service shall commence on July 1, 2025, and replace the Terms of
Service for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 (“2024-2025 Terms of Service”), as of July 1, 2025, except
that any remaining funds from the Annual Budget for the 2024-2025 Terms of Service may be
expended for services until September 30, 2025. Unless amended, or otherwise terminated as
provided herein, these Terms of Service shall be in effect through June 30, 2026 (“Service
Term”). Pursuant to Section 7.2 of the Ground Lease, City and HomeFirst shall meet and confer
on changes and amendments to these Terms of Service and execute an annual update to the
Terms of Service. Subsequent annual updates shall be for the City’s fiscal year of July 1 through
June 30.
COMPENSATION
The budget and compensation for the Service Term is set forth in Attachment 1, incorporated
herein by reference. As set forth in Section 7.3.3 of the Ground Lease, HomeFirst shall not
undertake any work in excess of the amounts set forth herein. In no event shall the amount City
pays HomeFirst and/or funds for HomeFirst programs exceed two million five hundred eighteen
thousand three hundred thirty-six dollars ($2,518,336) during the Service Term. The
reimbursement to be paid to HomeFirst, including both payment for services, reimbursable
expenses and payments to fund HomeFirst’s interim housing services and programs and
maintenance and management of the Project, shall be in accordance with Attachment 1.
PROJECT COORDINATION
The City Manager or their designee shall represent City for all purposes under these Terms of
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Service. The Housing Manager is hereby designated as the Project Manager. The Project
Manager shall supervise the progress and execution of these Terms of Service.
HomeFirst. HomeFirst shall assign René Ramirez, CEO, and/or his designee to have overall
responsibility for the progress and execution of these Terms of Service for HomeFirst.
PROJECT OVERVIEW
HomeFirst shall implement the following project requirements.
Qualifying Criteria
Eligible participants are adults experiencing homelessness. 60% of the interim housing units are
reserved for those experiencing chronic homelessness.
• A homeless adult is defined as anyone 18 years or older that meets the HUD definition
of homelessness categories 1, 2, 3 and/or 4.
• A chronically homeless adult is defined as an individual 18 years or older who has lived
in a shelter, safe haven, or place not meant for human habitation for 12 continuous
months or on 4 separate occasions in the last three years totaling at least 12 months, who
also has a disabling condition. HomeFirst Services staff will document chronic homeless
status as part of the enrollment and service requirements.
Following Housing First practices, the participants’ "readiness" for housing, criminal
background, and credit history will not be taken into consideration in the selection process.
Referral and Prioritization Process:
HomeFirst shall follow the Program Participant Selection Plan, as approved by the City, County
and State. At least 60% of the total units (36 of 60) will be set aside for chronically homeless
individuals.
Service location(s):
Services shall be delivered at the project site, located at 6050 Labath Avenue, Rohnert Park.
Case management and staff responsible for screening and enrollment will conduct meetings with
participants off-site or “in the field” on a case-by-case basis.
Outcomes
HomeFirst will track and report the following data points for individuals housed during the
service term:
• 100 total individuals served
• 25% individuals exiting will exit to a permanent housing destination
• 25% of individuals will retain or increase income from any source including benefits
and/or employment as measured at exit or end of reporting period
Data Tracking and Reporting
In addition to the outcomes above, HomeFirst staff will track and report the following data points
from project start (October 24, 2022) through the reporting period:
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• Number of individuals served
• Number of households served
• Number of individuals exited
o Number of individuals who exited to permanent housing
o Exit destinations of individuals who exit to a destination that is not permanent housing
• Average length of stay in days for individuals exiting to a permanent housing destination
• Average length of time in days individuals were homeless prior to becoming housed
(measured once they are housed)
• Number of individuals served who retain or increase income
• Number of individuals who increase income
• Number of individuals who re-enter homelessness after exiting the interim housing
program into permanent housing
• Veterans served
• Income (by area median income)
• Race and ethnicity
The outcomes described above and anecdotal descriptions of services provided by the program
will be reported quarterly to the Project Manager, using the City’s provided template.
Program Review
HomeFirst leadership staff is responsible for conducting the appropriate level of supervision and
internal planning meetings necessary to satisfy these Terms of Service. Regular program
evaluation and review will include meetings with designated City staff on at least a quarterly
basis.
Required Meeting Attendance
At least one staff person with knowledge of the Labath Landing program will participate in
meetings with City staff to discuss the program’s performance. Staff shall also participate in
Rohnert Park By Name List meetings.
HMIS
HomeFirst staff will input participant data into the Federal Homeless Management Information
System (HMIS), following all relevant data quality standards.
County and State Requirements
HomeFirst will operate the program as described in the Homekey Funding Agreement, and in
accordance with the local Continuum of Care guidelines and processes associated with interim
housing for persons experiencing homelessness (including but not limited to Coordinated Entry,
Housing First principles, and HMIS participation.)
Staffing Structure
HomeFirst will provide the staffing set forth below for the Labath Landing project:
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POSITION FUNCTION FTE
Resident Advocate Responsible for the overall day-to-day site operation. 11.0
Case Manager Provides targeted support to individual clients through one-
on-one sessions, formulating housing plans to obtain the
resources necessary to fulfill plan goals.
2
Community Engagement
Coordinator
Tasked with bringing additional support resources to the
emergency interim housing sites and to develop a sense of
community for the participants and surrounding
neighborhood.
0.54
Shift Supervisor Responsible for supervision and guidance of staff on their
respective shifts
3.6
Program Manager Supervises program operations and ensuring the program is
aligned with contractual needs and terms of service
1.00
Director Supervises the Manager and ensures the program is aligned
with agency practices as appropriate for interim housing.
0.05
Facilities Supervisor Supervises the facilities technician Contracted
Facilities Technician Responsible for implementing the site maintenance plan Contracted
Direct Program Support
Services (Various)
Regional leadership, Quality Control, Training, Purchasing
and Equipment, Drivers
9.6% of
Program
Salaries
CORE SERVICES
Eligibility Screening & Enrollment
HomeFirst staff will manage the waiting list for Labath Landing, obtain the documentation
necessary to demonstrate eligibility for the program, and coordinate participants’ enrollment and
move-ins.
HomeFirst staff will work closely with Catholic Charities HOST, Unsheltered Friends Outreach,
and other local homeless service providers to provide participants with coordinated and trauma-
informed transitions into the Labath Landing program. This includes coordinating transportation
to intake appointments or conducting them off-site, offering new participant orientations,
supporting with property management matters, and troubleshooting challenges that may arise.
Case Management
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HomeFirst case management staff will provide case management support designed to help
participants access permanent housing. Case management support will include the development
of an individualized housing plan with each participant to identify goals the participant may have
in their journey to permanent housing. Case Managers will offer on-going, regularly scheduled
case management sessions to assist the participant in obtaining the resources and services
required to meet their housing goals. For those individuals already assigned a Case Manager
through other providers, the Case Manager will supplement and support the service plan
developed by the other agency and ensure coordination to avoid duplication of services and aid
in the transition to permanent housing. Staff will make these services available onsite.
HomeFirst staff will arrange for various skill and community building opportunities through
workshops, presentations, and social events with the goal of providing participants learning and
skill building options as well as an opportunity to build relationships and a sense of community
within their environment. Learning opportunities may include financial literacy education,
housing navigation information, employment preparedness, public benefit options, and more.
Exit Coordination
In the event an individual is terminated from the program, HomeFirst staff is responsible for
providing emergency shelter resource information to all participants upon exit. Whenever
possible, HomeFirst staff will coordinate transportation for the participant to their next living
situation.
For clients who are terminated from the program, HomeFirst will track the following information
and make it available to the City upon request:
• Name of individual exited
• Exit date
• Reason for exit
• Length of service suspension
• Status of appeal(s)
When client terminations occur, HomeFirst will notify the City by the following business day.
Site Supervision
HomeFirst staff is responsible for the day-to-day site operation. Resident Advocates respond to
resident needs on an as-needed basis, and facilitate the flow of on-site amenities like showers,
laundry and food services ensuring that resident’s essential needs are met. Resident Advocates
are also responsible for resident safety through regular check-ins and monitoring of the site
grounds and sleeping units.
Site Repairs and Maintenance
HomeFirst staff will promptly perform any repairs and maintenance required to keep the site in a
well-maintained, safe, clean and sanitary condition, pursuant to section 12.1 of the Ground
Lease.
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Community Engagement
HomeFirst Community Engagement staff are responsible for bringing additional support
resources to the Labath Landing site and developing a sense of community for the participants
and surrounding neighborhood. Fostering relationships and developing partnerships to recruit
service providers to the site and providing input and feedback opportunity from neighboring
businesses and residents will be a focus of the Community Engagement staff. Additionally, the
Community Engagement staff will oversee the HomeFirst volunteers and donations program, and
serve as primary point of contact for community members wishing to support Labath Landing
through in-kind donations and volunteerism.
INSPECTION
HomeFirst shall furnish City with every reasonable opportunity for City to ascertain that the
services of HomeFirst are being performed in accordance with the requirements and intentions of
this Agreement. All work done and all materials furnished, if any, shall be subject to the Project
Manager's inspection and approval. The inspection of such work shall not relieve HomeFirst of
any of its obligations to fulfill the Agreement as prescribed.
City and HomeFirst hereby agree and enter into these 2025-2026 Terms of Service to be
incorporated into the Ground Lease.
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK HOMEFIRST SERVICES OF SANTA
CLARA COUNTY
By:
Marcela Piedra, City Manager
By:
René Ramirez, Chief Executive Officer
By Minute Order adopted by the Rohnert Park
City Council at its meeting of June 24, 2025
ATTEST:
By:
City Clerk
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Attachment 1
ANNUAL BUDGET AND COMPENSATION
7/1/25 – 6/30/26
BUDGET AMOUNT -
(7/1/25 - 6/30/26)
Director 6,100
Program Manager 96,750
Shift Supervisors 238,540
Resident Assistants 113,590
Case Managers 577,693
Community Engagement Coordinator 30,720
Program support services 101,873
Payroll Taxes 106,339
Employee Benefits 159,509
Total Employee Expenses 1,431,114
Total Admin Allocations 309,269
Water/Sewer 24,500
PG&E 103,000
Garbage and Trash Removal 37,300
Total Utilities Expenses 164,800
Supplies 22,388
Security (including HF OH on security) 120,000
Facilities Technician 81,000
Janitorial 46,000
Cleaning services 120,000
Washer dryer rent 5,292
PPE 6,000
Landscaping/pest control 7,600
Repair and maintenance costs 50,000
Capital Projects -
Vehicle and Maintenance Expense 12,194
Staff Development 1,000
Travel 3,800
Telecom 25,500
Equipment Rental 15,264
Printing and Copying 400
Program support services - non labor 5,317
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Total Operating & Maintenance Expenses 521,755
Total Taxes and Insurance 8,099
Total Supportive Services (Food) 83,299
TOTAL BUDGET AMOUNT 2,518,336
With City’s prior written approval, the line item amounts may be adjusted
ITEM NO. 7.G.
$1,487,6000
Mission Statement
“We Care for Our Residents by Working Together to Build a
Better Community for Today and Tomorrow.”
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
Meeting Date: June 24, 2025
Department: Public Works
Submitted By: Vanessa Garrett, Director of Public Works
Prepared By: Scott Sanders, Environmental and Sustainability Manager
Agenda Title: Adopt a Resolution Approving a Services Agreement with Davey
Resource Group, Inc. for Development of the City’s Urban Forest
Management Plan in an Amount Not to Exceed $150,000,
Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Agreement, and
Finding the Agreement Is Not Subject to CEQA
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Adopt a Resolution (1) approving the services agreement with Davey Resource Group, Inc. to
develop the City of Rohnert Park Urban Forest Management Plan in an amount not to exceed
$150,000, (2) authorizing the City Manager to execute the Agreement, and (3) finding that the
Agreement is not subject to California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) review.
BACKGROUND:
The City of Rohnert Park’s draft 2040 General Plan identifies urban canopy enhancement as a
critical climate and infrastructure priority, including a goal to increase the citywide canopy cover
to at least 12 percent (12%) by 2035. In support of this goal, the General Plan recommends preparing
and updating an Urban Forest Management Plan (UFMP) every five years.
Following the City’s completion of a 2024 Tree Canopy Condition Assessment, which analyzed
existing tree conditions and identified planting opportunities on public lands, the next step is the
development of a comprehensive, citywide UFMP. This plan will guide planting, maintenance,
community outreach, and future canopy tracking efforts over the next 15 years.
To that end, a Request for Proposals (RFP) was issued in May 2025 for a contractor to develop the
UFMP. The City received three proposals in response to the RFP. Following evaluation by a staff
committee, Davey Resource Group, Inc. was selected based on their qualifications, relevant
experience, and comprehensive approach to stakeholder engagement and implementation
planning.
ANALYSIS:
The UFMP will serve as a long-term planning tool, aligning with the City’s environmental and
infrastructure priorities. Tasks will include:
• Review of current City policies and canopy data
• Identification of planting opportunities and species recommendations
• Stakeholder and community engagement
ITEM NO. 7.G.
• Equity-focused canopy goal analysis
• Strategies for integrating trees into public and private landscapes
• Recommendations for ordinance updates, long-term maintenance, and funding
Davey Resource Group, Inc. has extensive experience developing UFMPs for public agencies
throughout California and has previously worked with the City on the 2024 Tree Canopy Condition
Assessment.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS:
This action is exempt from CEQA review pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15061(b)(3) where
it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity may have a significant effect
on the environment.
STRATEGIC PLAN AND COUNCIL PRIORITIES ALIGNMENT:
This project aligns with the following City Council multi-year goals and strategic priorities:
• Planning and Infrastructure: Supports proactive infrastructure planning and canopy
enhancement.
• Sustainability and Climate Resilience: Advances the City’s goals related to local
carbon sequestration and environmental health.
OPTIONS CONSIDERED:
• Approve the agreement and proceed with development of the plan.
• Do not approve and provide alternate direction.
FISCAL IMPACT/FUNDING SOURCE:
The funding for the Urban Forest Management Plan will be encumbered from the Sustainability
Department budget within the Public Works Department, under Contract – Outside Services account
number 10004260 64000.
Department Head Approval Date: 06/04/2025
City Attorney Approval Date: 06/04/2025
Finance Director Approval Date: N/A
City Manager Approval Date: 06/13/2025
Attachments:
1. Davey Resources Gorup, Inc. Consultant Services Agreement
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-041
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
APPROVING A SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH DAVEY RESOURCES GROUP, INC.
FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE CITY’S URBAN FOREST MANAGEMENT
PLAN IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $150,000, AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT, AND FINDING THE AGREEMENT IS
NOT SUBJECT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA))
WHEREAS, the City of Rohnert Park has prioritized environmental sustainability and
climate resilience as part of its adopted 2040 General Plan and Council goals; and
WHEREAS, the City has completed a Tree Canopy Condition Assessment in 2024, which
highlighted the need for an updated, comprehensive Urban Forest Management Plan (UFMP) to
guide long-term planning, planting, and maintenance strategies for the City’s urban forest; and
WHEREAS, the UFMP will help identify tree species suited to the local environment,
establish planting priorities, enhance equity in urban tree canopy distribution, and support
greenhouse gas reduction targets; and
WHEREAS, a Request for Proposals was issued and the City received three proposals in
response; and
WHEREAS, following proposal review and evaluation, the review committee selected
Davey Resource Group, Inc. as the preferred consultant based on qualifications, experience, and
the proposed scope of work.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Rohnert
Park that it does hereby authorize and approve as follows:
1. The above recitals are true and correct and material to this Resolution.
2. The City Council hereby finds that the development of a UFMP is not a “project” under CEQA
and is, therefore, not subject to CEQA review.
3. The City Council approves of the Consultant Services Agreement with Davey Resource
Group, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $150,000.00 for development of the Urban Forest
Management Plan, which is attached as Exhibit A. The City Manager is hereby authorized
to execute the Agreement with any minor modifications the City Attorney deems
necessary.
DULY AND REGULARLY ADOPTED this 24th day of June, 2025.
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
ATTEST: Gerard Giudice, Mayor
Sylvia Lopez Cuevas, City Clerk
Resolution 2025-041
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APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Michelle M. Kenyon, City Attorney
Attachments: Exhibit A
ADAMS: _________ ELWARD: _________ RODRIGUEZ: _________SANBORN: _________ GIUDICE: _________
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CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENT
RE: Urban Forest Management Plan
This AGREEMENT FOR CONSULTANT SERVICES (“Agreement”) is entered into as
of the 24TH day of June, 2025, by and between the City of Rohnert Park (“City”), a California
municipal corporation, and Davey Resource Group, Inc. (“Consultant”), a Ohio Corporation
with reference to the following facts, understandings and intentions.
Recitals
WHEREAS, City desires to obtain urban forestry planning and consulting services for the
development of the City of Rohnert Park’s Urban Forest Management Plan; and
WHEREAS, Consultant hereby warrants to City that Consultant is skilled and able to
provide such services described in Section 3 of this Agreement; and
WHEREAS, City desires to retain Consultant pursuant to this Agreement to provide the
services described in Section 3, subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement.
Agreement
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of their mutual covenants, the parties hereto agree
as follows:
1. Incorporation of Recitals. The recitals and all defined terms set forth above are
hereby incorporated into this Agreement as if set forth herein in full.
2. Project Coordination. Authorized representatives shall represent City and
Consultant in all matters pertaining to this Agreement.
A. City. The City Manager or his/her designee shall represent City
for all purposes under this Agreement, except where approval for the City is specifically required
by the City Council. The Environmental & Sustainability Manager is hereby designated as the
project manager (“Project Manager”). The Project Manager shall supervise the progress and
execution of this Agreement.
B. Consultant. Consultant shall assign Michael Cappon to have
overall responsibility for the progress and execution of this Agreement for Consultant.
3. Scope and Performance of Services
A. Scope of Services. Subject to such policy direction and approvals as the
City through its staff may determine from time to time, Consultant shall perform the services set
out in the “Scope of Work” attached hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated herein by reference.
B. Time of Performance. Consultant’s services are to commence upon
receipt of a written notice to proceed from City, but in no event prior to receiving a fully
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executed agreement from City and obtaining and delivering the required insurance coverage, and
satisfactory evidence thereof, to City. Consultant’s services are to be completed not later than
July 31, 2026. Consultant shall perform its services in accordance with the schedule attached
hereto as Exhibit A. Any changes to these dates in either this Section 3 or Exhibit A must be
approved in writing by the City.
C. Standard of Quality. City relies upon the professional ability of
Consultant as a material inducement to entering into this Agreement. All work performed by
Consultant under this Agreement shall be performed: (1) with due diligence, using its best efforts
to perform and coordinate all activities in a timely manner; (2) in accordance with all applicable
legal requirements; and (3) with the standard of quality ordinarily expected of competent
professionals in Consultant’s field of expertise. Consultant shall correct, at its own expense, all
errors made in the provision of services under this Agreement. In the event that Consultant fails
to make such correction in a timely manner, City may make the correction and charge the cost
thereof to Consultant.
4. Compensation and Method of Payment.
A. Compensation. The compensation to be paid to Consultant, including both
payment for professional services and reimbursable expenses, shall be at the rate and schedules
attached hereto as Exhibit B, and incorporated herein by reference. However, notwithstanding
the foregoing, Consultant shall be required to complete all work identified in Exhibit A in an
amount not to exceed the total cost identified in Exhibit B, and in no event shall the amount City
pays Consultant exceed One Hundred Forty-Nine Thousand, Four Hundred Forty-
Two Dollars and No Cents ($149,442.00). The City’s payment under this Agreement shall
not be deemed a waiver of unsatisfactory work, even if such defects were known to the City at
the time of payment.
B. Timing of Payment.
(1) Consultant shall submit itemized monthly statements for work
performed. All statements shall include adequate documentation demonstrating work performed
during the billing period and shall conform to Federal Funding invoicing requirements, if
applicable. Except as otherwise provided herein, City shall make payment, in full, within thirty
(30) days after City’s approval of the invoice.
(2) Payments due and payable to Consultant for current services must
be within the current budget and within an available, unexhausted and unencumbered
appropriation of the City. In the event the City has not appropriated sufficient funds for payment
of Consultant services beyond the current fiscal year, this Agreement shall cover only those costs
incurred up to the conclusion of the current fiscal year; payment for additional work is
conditional upon future City appropriation.
C. Changes in Compensation. Consultant will not undertake any work that
will incur costs in excess of the amount set forth in Section 4(A) of this Agreement without prior
written amendment to this Agreement. City shall have the right to amend the Scope of Work
within the Agreement by written notification to Consultant. In such event, the compensation and
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time of performance shall be subject to renegotiation upon written demand of either party to the
Agreement. Consultant shall not commence any work exceeding the Scope of Work without
prior written authorization from the City. Failure of Consultant to secure City’s written
authorization for extra or changed work shall constitute a waiver of any and all right to
adjustment in the contract price or time due, whether by way of compensation, restitution,
quantum meruit, etc. for work done without the appropriate City authorization.
D. Taxes. Consultant shall pay all taxes, assessments and premiums under
the federal Social Security Act, any applicable unemployment insurance contributions, Workers
Compensation insurance premiums, sales taxes, use taxes, personal property taxes, or other taxes
or assessments now or hereafter in effect and payable by reason of or in connection with the
services to be performed by Consultant.
E. No Overtime or Premium Pay. Consultant shall receive no premium or
enhanced pay for work normally understood as overtime, i.e., hours that exceed forty (40) hours
per work week, or work performed during non-standard business hours, such as in the evenings
or on weekends. Consultant shall not receive a premium or enhanced pay for work performed on
a recognized holiday. Consultant shall not receive paid time off for days not worked, whether it
be in the form of sick leave, administrative leave, or for any other form of absence.
F. Litigation Support. Consultant agrees to testify at City’s request if
litigation is brought against City in connection with Consultant’s work product. Unless the
action is brought by Consultant or is based upon Consultant’s negligence, City will compensate
Consultant for the preparation and the testimony at Consultant’s standard hourly rates, if
requested by City and not part of the litigation brought by City against Consultant.
5. Term. This Agreement shall commence upon its execution by both parties and
shall continue in full force and effect until completed, amended pursuant to Section 19, or
otherwise terminated as provided herein.
6. Inspection. Consultant shall furnish City with every reasonable opportunity for
City to ascertain that the services of Consultant are being performed in accordance with the
requirements and intentions of this Agreement. All work done and all materials furnished, if
any, shall be subject to the Project Manager’s inspection and approval. The inspection of such
work shall not relieve Consultant of any of its obligations to fulfill the Agreement as prescribed.
7. Ownership of Documents. Title, including the copyright and all intellectual
property rights, to all plans, specifications, maps, estimates, reports, manuscripts, drawings,
descriptions, designs, data, photographs, reports and any other final work products compiled,
prepared or obtained by Consultant under the Agreement shall be vested in City, none of which
shall be used in any manner whatsoever by any person, firm, corporation, or agency without the
expressed written consent of the City. Consultant shall assume no responsibility for the
unintended use by others of such final work products which are not related to the scope of the
services described under this Agreement. Basic survey notes and sketches, charts, computations,
and other data prepared or obtained under the Agreement shall be made available, upon request,
to City without restriction or limitations on their use. Consultant may retain copies of the above-
described information but agrees not to disclose or discuss any information gathered, discussed
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or generated in any way through this Agreement without the written permission of City during
the term of this Agreement, unless required by law.
8. Employment of Other Consultants, Specialists or Experts. Consultant will not
employ or otherwise incur an obligation to pay other consultants, specialists or experts for
services in connection with this Agreement without the prior written approval of the City.
9. Conflict of Interest Requirements.
A. Consultant covenants and represents that neither it, nor any officer or
principal of its firm, has, or shall acquire any investment, income, business entity, interest in real
property, or other interest, directly or indirectly, which would conflict in any manner with the
interests of City, hinder Consultant's performance of services under this Agreement, or be
affected in any manner or degree by performance of Consultant’s services hereunder. Consultant
further covenants that in the performance of the Agreement, no person having any such interest
shall be employed by it as an officer, employee, agent, or subcontractor without the express
written consent of the City. Consultant agrees at all times to avoid conflicts of interest, or the
appearance of any conflicts of interest, with the interests of the City in the performance of the
Agreement.
B. Consultant is not a designated employee within the meaning of the
Political Reform Act because Consultant:
(1) will not have the power to make any governmental decision,
including whether to: approve any rates, rules, regulations, policies, standards, or guidelines of
the City or any of its subdivisions; adopt or enforce any laws; issue, deny, suspend, or revoke
any permit, license, application, certificate, order, or any similar authorization or entitlement;
authorize, modify, or renew any form of City contract; grant approval to any City contract
specifications on behalf of the City; or grant City approval for any plans, designs, reports, or
similar; and
(2) will not participate in the making of any governmental decision in
the equivalent of a staff capacity. For the purposes of this provision, “participating in a
governmental decision” includes providing information, an opinion, or a recommendation
directly to any person at the City empowered to make a decision on behalf of the City without
significant intervening substantive review; and
(3) will not perform the same duties for the City that would otherwise
be performed by a staff member required to report under the City’s conflict of interest code.
(2 Cal. Code Regs. § 18700.3.)
10. Liability of Members and Employees of City. No member of the City and no
other officer, elected official, employee or agent of the City shall be personally liable to
Consultant or otherwise in the event of any default or breach of the City, or for any amount
which may become due to Consultant or any successor in interest, or for any obligations directly
or indirectly incurred under the terms of this Agreement. To the maximum extent permitted by
law, the City shall have no liability or responsibility for any accident, loss, or damage to any
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work performed under this Agreement whether prior to its completion or acceptance or
otherwise.
11. Indemnity.
A. Indemnification. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Consultant shall,
at its own expense, indemnify, protect, defend (by counsel reasonably satisfactory to the City)
and hold harmless City and any and all of its officers, officials, employees, agents and volunteers
(“Indemnified Parties”) from and against any and all liability (including liability for claims,
demands, damages, obligations, suits, actions, arbitration proceedings, administrative
proceedings, regulatory proceedings, losses, expenses or costs of any kind, whether actual,
alleged or threatened, including attorneys’ fees and costs, court costs, interest, defense costs and
expert witness fees) of any nature (“Liability”), whether actual, alleged or threatened, which
arise out of, pertain to, or relate to the performance or failure to comply with this Agreement,
regardless of any fault or alleged fault of the Indemnified Parties.
1. For design professionals (as that term is defined by statute) acting
within the scope of their professional capacity, to the fullest extent permitted by law, Consultant
shall, at its own expense, indemnify, protect, defend (by counsel reasonably satisfactory to the
City) and hold harmless any Indemnified Parties from and against any and all Liability, whether
actual, alleged or threatened, which arise out of, pertain to, or relate to Consultant’s negligence,
recklessness, or willful misconduct, or as may be provided by statute in Civil Code § 2782.8, as
may be amended from time to time.
2. The only exception to Consultant’s responsibility to indemnify,
protect, defend, and hold harmless the Indemnified Parties from Liability is due to the active
negligence or willful misconduct of City or its elective or appointive boards, officers, agents and
employees.
B. Scope of Obligation. Consultant’s duty to indemnify, protect, defend and
hold harmless as set forth in this Section 11 shall include the duty to defend (by counsel
reasonably satisfactory to the City) as set forth in California Civil Code § 2778. This
indemnification obligation is not limited in any way by any limitation on the amount or type of
damages or compensation payable by or for Consultant under worker’s compensation, disability
or other employee benefit acts or the terms, applicability or limitations of any insurance held or
provided by Consultant and shall continue to bind the parties after termination/completion of this
Agreement. This indemnification shall be regardless of and not in any way limited by the
insurance requirements of this contract. This indemnification is for the full period of time
allowed by law and shall survive the termination of this agreement. Consultant waives any and
all rights to express or implied indemnity against the Indemnified Parties concerning any
Liability of Consultant arising out of or in connection with the Agreement or Consultant’s failure
to comply with any of the terms of this Agreement.
C. Consultant’s duty to indemnify, protect, defend and hold harmless as set forth in this
Section 11 shall not be excused because of Consultant’s inability to evaluate Liability, or
because Consultant evaluates Liability and determines that Consultant is not or may not be
liable. Consultant must respond within thirty (30) calendar days to any tender by the City, unless
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the time for responding has been extended by an authorized representative of the City in writing.
If Consultant fails to timely accept such tender, in addition to any other remedies authorized by
law, as much of the money due or that may become due to Consultant under this Agreement as
shall reasonably be considered necessary by the City may be retained by the City until
disposition has been made of the matter subject to tender, or until Consultant accepts the tender,
whichever occurs first. Consultant agrees to fully reimburse all costs, including but not limited
to attorney’s fees and costs and fees of litigation incurred by the City in responding to matters
prior to Consultant’s acceptance of the tender.
12. Independent Contractor. It is expressly agreed that Consultant, in the
performance of the work and services agreed to be performed by Consultant, shall act as and be
an independent contractor and not an agent or employee of City and shall have responsibility for
and control over the details and means of providing its services under this Agreement.
Consultant shall furnish, at its own expense, all labor, materials, equipment, tools, transportation
and services necessary for the successful completion of the services under this Agreement. As
an independent contractor, Consultant shall obtain no rights to retirement benefits or other
benefits which accrue to City’s employees, and Consultant hereby expressly waives any claim it
may have to any such rights. Consultant, its officers, employees and agents shall not have any
power to bind or commit the City to any decision.
13. Compliance with Laws.
A. General. Consultant shall use the standard of care in its profession to
comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations.
Consultant represents and warrants to City that it has and shall, at its sole cost and expense, keep
in effect or obtain at all times during the term of this Agreement any licenses, permits, insurance
and approvals which are legally required for Consultant to practice its profession. City is not
responsible or liable for Consultant’s failure to comply with any or all of the requirements
contained in this paragraph or in this Agreement.
B. Workers’ Compensation. Consultant certifies that it is aware of the
provisions of the California Labor Code which require every employee to be insured against
liability for workers’ compensation or to undertake self-insurance in accordance with the
provisions of that Code, and Consultant certifies that it will comply with such provisions before
commencing performance of the Agreement and at all times in the performance of the
Agreement.
C. Prevailing Wage. Consultant and Consultant’s subcontractors (if any)
shall, to the extent required by the California Labor Code, pay not less than the latest prevailing
wage rates to workers and professionals as determined by the Director of Industrial Relations of
the State of California pursuant to California Labor Code, Part 7, Chapter 1, Article 2. Copies of
the applicable wage determination are on file at the City’s office of the City Clerk.
D. Injury and Illness Prevention Program. Consultant certifies that it is aware
of and has complied with the provisions of California Labor Code § 6401.7, which requires
every employer to adopt a written injury and illness prevention program.
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E. Business Licenses. Unless exempt by law, Consultant and all
subcontractors shall have acquired, at Consultant’s expense, a business license from the City in
accordance with Chapter 5.04 of the Rohnert Park Municipal Code, prior to City’s issuance of an
authorization to proceed with the Services. Such license(s) shall be kept valid throughout the
term of this Agreement. City may withhold compensation from Consultant until such time as
Consultant complies with this section.
14. Confidential Information. All data, documents, discussions or other information
developed or received by or for Consultant in performance of this Agreement are confidential
and not to be disclosed to any person except as authorized by City or as required by law.
15. Assignment; Subcontractors; Employees
A. Assignment. Consultant shall not assign, delegate, transfer, or convey its
duties, responsibilities, or interests in this Agreement or any right, title, obligation, or interest in
or to the same or any part thereof without the City’s prior written consent, which shall be in the
City’s sole discretion. Any assignment without such approval shall be void and, at the City’s
option, shall immediately cause this Agreement to terminate.
B. Subcontractors; Employees. Consultant shall be responsible for
employing or engaging all persons necessary to perform the services of Consultant hereunder.
No subcontractor of Consultant shall be recognized by the City as such; rather, all subcontractors
are deemed to be employees of Consultant, and Consultant agrees to be responsible for their
performance. Consultant shall give its personal attention to the fulfillment of the provisions of
this Agreement by all of its employees and subcontractors, if any, and shall keep the work under
its control. If any employee or subcontractor of Consultant fails or refuses to carry out the
provisions of this Agreement or appears to be incompetent or to act in a disorderly or improper
manner, it shall be discharged immediately from the work under this Agreement on demand of
the Project Manager.
16. Insurance. Without limiting Consultant’s indemnification provided herein,
Consultant shall, at its own expense, procure and maintain insurance that complies with the
requirements set forth in Exhibit C to this Agreement, which is attached hereto and incorporated
by reference. Consultant shall upon thirty (30) days’ notice comply with any changes in the
amounts and terms of insurance as may be required from time-to-time by City’s risk manager.
17. Termination of Agreement; Default.
A. This Agreement and all obligations hereunder may be terminated at any
time, with or without cause, by the City upon five (5) days’ written notice to Consultant.
B. If Consultant fails to perform any of its obligations under this Agreement
within the time and in the manner herein provided or otherwise violates any of the terms of this
Agreement, in addition to all other remedies provided by law, City may terminate this
Agreement immediately upon written notice. In such event, Consultant shall be entitled to
receive as full payment for all services satisfactorily rendered and expenses incurred hereunder,
an amount which bears the same ratio to the total fees specified in the Agreement as the services
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satisfactorily rendered by Consultant bear to the total services otherwise required to be
performed for such total fee; provided, however, that the City shall deduct from such amount the
amount of damages, if any, sustained by City by virtue of Consultant’s breach of the Agreement.
C. In the event City terminates this Agreement without cause, Consultant
shall be entitled to any compensation owed to it up to the time of such termination, it being
understood that any payments are full compensation for services rendered prior to the time of
payment.
D. Upon termination of this Agreement with or without cause, Consultant
shall turn over to the City Manager immediately any and all copies of studies, sketches,
drawings, computations, and other data, whether or not completed, prepared by Consultant or its
subcontractors, if any, or given to Consultant or its subcontractors, if any, in connection with this
Agreement. Such materials shall become the permanent property of the City. Consultant,
however, shall not be liable for City’s use of incomplete materials nor for the City’s use of
complete documents if used for other than the project contemplated by this Agreement.
18. Suspension. City shall have the authority to suspend this Agreement and the
services contemplated herein, wholly or in part, for such period as it deems necessary due to
unfavorable conditions or to the failure on the part of Consultant to perform any provision of this
Agreement. Consultant will be paid for satisfactory services performed prior to the date of
suspension. During the period of suspension, Consultant shall not receive any payment for
services or expenses incurred by reason of such suspension.
19. Merger; Amendment. This Agreement constitutes the complete and exclusive
statement of the agreement between City and Consultant and shall supersede all prior
negotiations, representations, or agreements, either written or oral. This document may be
amended only by written instrument, signed by both the City and Consultant. All provisions of
this Agreement are expressly made conditions.
20. Interpretation. This Agreement shall be interpreted as though it was a product of
a joint drafting effort, and no provisions shall be interpreted against a party on the ground that
said party was solely or primarily responsible for drafting the language to be interpreted.
21. Litigation Costs. If either party becomes involved in litigation arising out of this
Agreement or the performance thereof, the court in such litigation shall award reasonable costs
and expenses, including attorneys’ fees, to the prevailing party. In awarding attorneys’ fees, the
court will not be bound by any court fee schedule, but shall, if it is in the interest of justice to do
so, award the full amount of costs, expenses, and attorneys’ fees paid or incurred in good faith.
22. Time Is of the Essence. Time is of the essence in this Agreement. Upon receipt
of a written notice from City to proceed with work required by this Agreement, Consultant shall
immediately commence work to perform the services required in accordance with the schedule
of work. In the event that the Agreement does not include a fixed schedule for completion of
work, Consultant shall diligently prosecute all work until completion.
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23. Written Notification. Any notice, demand, request, consent, approval or
communication that either party desires or is required to give to the other party shall be in
writing and either served personally or sent by prepaid, first-class mail. Any such notice,
demand, etc. shall be addressed to the other party at the address set forth below. Either party
may change its address by notifying the other party in writing of the change of address. Notice
shall be deemed communicated within seventy-two (72) hours from the time of mailing if mailed
as provided in this section.
If to City: City Clerk
City of Rohnert Park - City Hall
130 Avram Avenue
Rohnert Park, CA 94928
If to Consultant: Davey Resource Group, Inc.
Attn: Michael Cappon
295 S. Water Street, Suite 300
Kent, Ohio 44240
24. Consultant’s Books and Records.
A. Consultant shall maintain any and all ledgers, books of account, invoices,
vouchers, canceled checks, and other records or documents evidencing or relating to charges for
services, or expenditures and disbursements charged to City and all documents and records
which demonstrate performance under this Agreement for a minimum period of three (3) years,
or for any longer period required by law, from the date of termination or completion of this
Agreement.
B. Any records or documents required to be maintained pursuant to this
Agreement shall be made available for inspection or audit, at any time during regular business
hours, upon written request by the City Attorney, City Auditor, City Manager, or a designated
representative of any of these officers. Copies of such documents shall be provided to City for
inspection when it is practical to do so. Otherwise, unless an alternative is mutually agreed
upon, the records shall be available at Consultant’s address indicated for receipt of notices in this
Agreement.
C. City may, by written request by any of the above-named officers, require
that custody of the records be given to the City and that the records and documents be
maintained in the City Manager’s office.
25. Agreement Is Binding. The terms, covenants, and conditions of this Agreement
shall apply to, and shall bind, the heirs, successors, executors, administrators, assigns, and
subcontractors of both parties.
26. Equal Employment Opportunity. Consultant is an equal opportunity employer
and agrees to comply with all applicable state and federal regulations governing equal
employment opportunity. Consultant will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for
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employment because of race, religion, age, sex, creed, color, sexual orientation, marital status or
national origin. Consultant will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are treated
during such employment without regard to race, religion, age, sex, creed, color, sexual
orientation, marital status, or national origin. Such action shall include, but shall not be limited
to, the following: employment, upgrading, demotion, or transfer; recruitment or recruitment
advertising; lay-offs or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection
for training, including apprenticeship. Consultant further agrees to post in conspicuous places,
available to employees and applicants for employment, notices setting forth the provisions of this
nondiscrimination clause.
27. Non-Exclusive Agreement. This is a non-exclusive agreement. City reserves the
right to provide, and to retain other consultants to provide, services that are the same or similar to
the services described in this Agreement.
28. City Not Obligated to Third Parties. The City shall not be obligated to or liable
for payment hereunder to any party other than Consultant.
29. Remedies/Waiver. No failure on the part of either party to exercise any term,
covenant, condition, right or remedy hereunder shall operate as a waiver of any other term,
covenant, condition, right or remedy that such party may have hereunder. All remedies
permitted or available under this Agreement, or at law or in equity, are cumulative and
alternative. As a condition precedent to commencing legal action involving a claim or dispute
against City arising from this Agreement, Consultant shall comply with the claims-presentation
requirements under the Government Tort Claims Act, California Government Code Sections
900, et seq. and the Rohnert Park Municipal Code.
30. Severability. If any one or more of the provisions contained herein shall for any
reason be held to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable in any respect, then such provision or
provisions shall be deemed severable from the remaining provisions hereof, and such invalidity,
illegality, or unenforceability shall not affect any other provision hereof, and this Agreement
shall be construed as if such invalid, illegal, or unenforceable provision had not been contained
herein.
31. Exhibits. The following exhibits are attached to this Agreement and incorporated
herein by this reference:
A. Exhibit A: Scope of Work and Schedule of Performance
B. Exhibit B: Compensation
C. Exhibit C: Insurance Requirements
32. Execution. This Agreement may be executed in several counterparts, each of
which shall constitute one and the same instrument and shall become binding upon the parties
when at least one copy hereof shall have been signed by both parties. In approving this
Agreement, it shall not be necessary to produce or account for more than one such counterpart.
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The parties hereby expressly agree to the use of electronic signatures, which shall be deemed to
have the same effect as an original signature.
33. News Releases/Interviews. All Consultant and subcontractor news releases,
media interviews, testimony at hearings and public comment shall be prohibited unless expressly
authorized by City.
34. Applicable Law; Venue. This Agreement shall be construed and interpreted
according to California law. In the event that suit shall be brought by either party hereunder, the
parties agree that a trial of such action shall be held exclusively in a state court in the County of
Sonoma, California.
35. Authority. Each individual executing this Agreement on behalf of one of the
parties represents that he or she is duly authorized to sign and deliver the Agreement on behalf of
such party and that this Agreement is binding on such party in accordance with its terms.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, City and Consultant have executed this Agreement as of the date first
above written.
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK DAVEY RESOURCES GROUP, INC
By:
Marcela Piedra, City Manager By:
Amber Krebbers, Regional Operations Manager
Date: Date: 6/13/2025
Per Resolution No. 2025- adopted by the
Rohnert Park City Council at its meeting of
June 24, 2025.
DAVEY RESOURCES GROUP, INC
By:
Chris Bast
Senior Vice President, Treasure and Operations Support
Date: 6/13/2025
ATTEST:
By:
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
By:
City Attorney
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DRG will prepare meeting summaries and submit monthly progress reports that summarize completed tasks, budget
status, upcoming deliverables, and any proposed adjustments to maintain project alignment and efficiency.
Community stakeholders will be invited to participate throughout the process. DRG will develop a Community
Engagement Plan and support coordinated outreach activities to solicit input from residents and relevant
stakeholders and ensure that feedback informs key plan elements. Through a structured, communicative, and
collaborative approach, DRG will ensure that the project is delivered on time, on budget, and in alignment with the
City’s goals. DRG will also support the City in presenting draft and final UFMP documents to City Council and
applicable boards or commissions for review and adoption.
Scope of Work
Research, Policies and Practices
The UFMP will serve as an inclusive guide to support the effective enhancement, management, and expansion of the
City’s urban forest in the years ahead.. This undertaking involves an adaptive approach encompassing collaboration,
research, education and active community involvement. Drawing from DRG's extensive experience in tailoring plans
across North America to meet specific community needs, we present a refined methodology for your UFMP. Our
strategy involves systematically addressing all components essential for a strategic UFMP, offering additional optional
elements to further enhance and inform the portrayal of the City's urban forest to stakeholders.
Our refined approach centers on establishing feasible goals derived from a blend of historical and current research,
incorporating current data, document analysis, staff contributions, and community perspectives. By aligning with city
and stakeholder interests and leveraging our expertise, we will merge scientific insights and best management
practices to develop a plan that addresses relevant City goals. Our adaptable methodology presents flexibility to cater
specifically to Rohnert Park and the unique needs of the municipality, laying the groundwork for a robust UFMP based
on science and industry best practices and local relevance.
Urban Forestry Program and Policy Assessment
DRG will conduct a thorough evaluation of the City’s current urban forestry practices to identify both existing strengths
and areas that require enhancement. This assessment will begin with a comprehensive review of all relevant
materials, including urban forestry policies, plans, documentation, and existing reports. The purpose is to evaluate
how effectively current efforts align with the City’s urban forestry goals and identify opportunities to implement best
practices that support long-term sustainability and resilience.
Key elements of this review will include:
● 2024 Tree Inventory and Condition Assessment – Analyzing existing data to understand the composition,
health, and needs of the urban forest.
● 2040 General Plan – Reviewing applicable sections to ensure consistency between long-term planning goals
and the objectives of the Urban Forest Management Plan (UFMP).
● Municipal Code – Assessing current regulations related to tree protection, planting, and maintenance to
determine their effectiveness and alignment with industry standards.
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● City Guidelines, Permits, and Specifications – Evaluating existing procedures for tree care, removal, and
permitting to identify potential gaps or inefficiencies.
● Maintenance Resources and Service Levels – Reviewing current staffing, equipment, and funding levels to
assess operational capacity and identify opportunities for improvement.
Drawing on these findings, DRG will provide targeted, actionable recommendations grounded in industry best
management practices. These recommendations will address key areas such as tree care and maintenance standards,
operational efficiency, interdepartmental coordination, and resource allocation. Emphasis will also be placed on
enhancing communication among departments and stakeholders, strengthening relationships with decision-makers,
and engaging the broader community.
All recommendations will be tailored to fit within the City’s existing regulatory and planning framework, ensuring they
are practical, implementable, and aligned with the City’s long-term vision for its urban forest. The insights gained from
this assessment will directly inform the development of the UFMP and guide discussions within the project working
group, laying a strong foundation for a healthy, sustainable, and resilient urban forest.
Ordinance Review with Redlined Recommendations
At DRG, we understand that effective urban forest governance starts with strong, well-aligned policies and regulations.
One of the most impactful steps a city can take to protect and enhance its tree canopy is to ensure its municipal code
fully supports urban forestry goals. With expertise in drafting, reviewing, and modernizing tree preservation
ordinances across California, DRG is uniquely positioned to help Rohnert Park strengthen its regulatory framework.
We will conduct a targeted analysis of how existing municipal policies and codes intersect with urban forestry
management, identifying areas where revisions are needed to align with the goals and action steps of the Urban Forest
Management Plan (UFMP). This review will highlight policy gaps, inconsistencies, and opportunities for greater
integration of urban forest considerations into the City’s broader planning and development practices.
As a key deliverable, DRG will produce a redlined version of Chapter 17.15 – Tree Preservation and Protection. This
redline will reflect our expert recommendations for modernizing the ordinance, including the removal of outdated
provisions, the addition of clear and enforceable language, and structural refinements to improve usability. Our
recommendations will draw from national best practices and our direct experience supporting cities with similar
needs, ensuring Rohnert Park’s ordinance is both practical and forward-thinking.
Operations Review
DRG will conduct a thorough review of existing policies and practices governing the care of municipal trees,
encompassing pruning, pest management, tree planting, and removal, as well as budget review. Recommendations
will be crafted to align with City tree maintenance standards and goals, and established policies and Best Management
Practices (BMPs) for tree care. Emphasis will be placed on developing objectives and action steps consistent with City
objectives, aimed at enhancing internal efficiencies, reducing costs, and minimizing liability. Recommendations will
also promote improved communication and coordination among city departments responsible for managing and
adjacent to the urban forest, decision-makers, and the community. Operational guidance will be informed by industry
standards set forth by organizations such as the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA), Tree Care Industry
Association (TCIA), and the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), leveraging best practices for effective tree
care.
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Stakeholder Interviews
DRG will conduct up to eight (8) individual in-person interviews with stakeholders who have a vested interest and/or
responsibility for the urban forest. During these interviews, we will delve into various aspects, including:
● Protocols and processes related to urban forestry management.
● Utilization of available tools for monitoring, maintenance, and planning.
● Reviewing procedures for development applications involving trees, ensuring their protection and integration.
● Evaluation of ongoing and proposed projects, including Capital Improvement projects, to assess their impact
on the urban forest.
● Examination of existing ordinances that either support or impede the management and growth of the urban
forest.
● Analysis of conflicts and cooperation among stakeholders affecting the urban forest.
● Identification of gaps in urban forestry sustainability indicators to guide future improvements.
● Exploration of additional funding sources and resources available to bolster the Urban Forestry Division's
capabilities and initiatives.
Through these interviews, we aim to gather comprehensive insights that will inform the development of effective
strategies and recommendations for urban forest management and sustainability.
Working Group Meetings
Working group meetings are essential for developing a successful UFMP. These meetings bring together a diverse
range of stakeholders, including City planners, the City arborists, and community members. This collaborative
approach ensures the plan is comprehensive and reflects various perspectives, fostering creative problem-solving and
innovation. Engaging stakeholders in these discussions helps align the UFMP with local needs and priorities, informs
best management practices, develop a desirable tree list, build consensus, and secure buy-in, ensuring broad support
for the plan’s implementation.
DRG will collaborate with the City to identify key stakeholders responsible for managing, maintaining, and advocating
for the urban forest. DRG will facilitate working group meetings to explore key issues, challenges, and opportunities
for the urban forest. We will present and discuss recommendations for best practices, common strategies, and unique
solutions to meet the City’s goals and objectives.
Within each, of up to six (6) meetings, DRG will provide an agenda and materials relevant to the topic of discussion.
These meetings will help address challenges and conflicts, ensuring the UFMP is adaptable and sustainable in the long
term. By keeping stakeholders informed and involved, these meetings will increase transparency, accountability, and
trust in the process. Smaller, more focused group discussions will also be organized to dive deeper into specific topics.
Assessment of Conditions and Opportunities
The 2024 Tree Canopy Condition Assessment identified planting opportunities on public land and does not include
key metrics from trees located on private property. DRG and the City recognize that achieving the citywide canopy
cover goals outlined in the General Plan will require coordinated action across both public and private sectors,
supported by sustained investment and community engagement over time. The UFMP presents an opportunity to
evaluate the feasibility of these goals more comprehensively. Through this process, the UFMP will help define realistic
scenarios, clarify implementation pathways, and outline the roles and responsibilities of various stakeholders in
achieving long-term canopy objectives.
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To support this effort, we recommend conducting both a land use survey and a comprehensive land cover assessment
and urban tree canopy (LCA/UTC) analysis. These tools will allow the City to better quantify available planting space,
assess existing canopy coverage by land ownership and use, and evaluate opportunities for equitable canopy
expansion. This data-driven approach will enable the City to strategically prioritize efforts and align resources with
achievable outcomes.
Conduct Tree Canopy Survey
A clear understanding of existing urban forest
resources is essential for informed long-term
planning and effective management. DRG will
conduct an Urban Tree Canopy (UTC) assessment
using methodologies approved by the U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). These
scientifically validated methods have undergone
rigorous review to ensure accuracy and reliability.
Using the most current leaf-on imagery from the
USDA’s National Agriculture Imagery Program
(NAIP), supplemented by high-resolution data
from Nearmap, available LiDAR datasets, and
Geographic Information System (GIS) data layers,
DRG will perform a comprehensive analysis to
quantify the current extent of tree canopy cover.
The assessment will classify land into five key
cover types: tree canopy, impervious surfaces,
pervious surfaces, bare soils, and water. In addition,
we will generate canopy metrics for up to eight (8)
distinct geographies—such as management zones,
rights-of-way, open spaces, building footprints, and
four additional areas identified in collaboration with the City of Rohnert Park at the start of the project. This spatial
analysis will serve as a foundational dataset to guide urban forest planning, equity-focused investment, and climate
resilience strategies.
Land Cover Mapping Extraction Strategy
To identify tree canopy cover and land cover classifications, DRG will utilize an object-based image analysis (OBIA),
intelligence and feature extraction methods to process and analyze current high-resolution color infrared (CIR) aerial
imagery and remotely sensed data. Advanced image analysis techniques will be applied to classify and separate the
land cover layers from the overall imagery. The semi-automated, supervised extraction process will be carried out
using Feature Analyst, an extension of ArcGIS®.
Post Processing
The results of the land cover extraction process will undergo post-processing and be clipped to each project boundary
before undergoing manual editing, aiming to produce smaller, more manageable, and efficient file sizes. Secondary
source data, high-resolution aerial imagery, and custom ArcGIS® tools will facilitate the final manual editing, quality
checking, and quality assurance processes (QA/QC). The manual QA/QC process will be carried out to identify, define,
and correct any misclassifications or omissions present in the final land cover layer.
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Land Cover Accuracy Standards
DRG will perform manual editing and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) checks on all UTC and land cover
layers. The QA/QC process will use ArcGIS to identify, clean, and correct any misclassifications or topology errors in the
final land cover dataset. Initial land cover extractions in urban and rural areas will be edited at a 1:2,000 quality control
scale, and woodland/forested areas at a 1:5,000 scale. The project aims to achieve a minimum of 95% user accuracy
for urban tree canopy and impervious classes, and an overall accuracy of 94% or higher.
Land Cover Metrics
Area and percentages of canopy cover will be calculated for
each land cover type and designation (e.g., City-wide, parks
and open space, land use, zoning, improvement and
redevelopment areas, neighborhood, subdivisions,
watersheds, flood zones, etc.). This comparison of canopy
cover with geography and land use will become a primary
resource for recommendations and goals for your
community forest. Specific natural resource factors will be
evaluated and prioritized to determine areas that provide
multiple functions and benefits and should be considered a
high priority for protection and preservation. In addition,
this GIS layer can be used beyond the UTC Assessment in
conjunction with existing GIS information to evaluate the
relationship of the tree canopy to other assets and issues
that may be of interest.
Report Maps
DRG will provide report maps depicting results of the tree canopy assessment. Other maps can include tree canopy
change, ecosystem services, priority planting, tree health, etc. The maps will follow the project style guide and be
accessible to color-blind persons. The number of maps will depend on input from DRG and data provided by the client.
Historic Change
Land cover is a unique resource that has a high susceptibility to change due to the complexities arising from the
myriad activities—anthropogenic and natural variation—it underpins. These changes can be tracked using the UTC
assessment. Utilizing a past UTC, DRG can conduct a change assessment that will identify points of growth and loss.
The analysis will include spatial change, acreage change, percent change, and absolute change for the geographies
specified by the city. Deliverables include ESRI® shapefiles, metadata, and an Excel™ spreadsheet of the percent
canopy cover change containing data. To accomplish the tree canopy change assessment, DRG will use a current land
cover layer and historic tree canopy layers from prior assessments or generate historic layers as a part of this project.
The process to complete the change assessment includes the following steps:
● Prepare the tree cover layers for comparison.
● Conduct spatial analysis of gains and losses. Note locations in a separate file where canopy changes (i.e., gain,
loss, persistence).
● Summarize change classes for each boundary layer as needed.
● Record change acres, percent change, and absolute change.
● Design maps for data visualization as needed.
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Ecosystem Services
Using the tree canopy area identified by the land cover analysis, ecosystem benefits for air quality, carbon, and
stormwater will be assessed using i-Tree Software (i-Tree Canopy and i-Tree Hydro, specifically). Air quality values will
consist of pounds of pollutants removed and a monetary value of those removed pollutants (carbon monoxide (CO),
nitrogen dioxide (NO2), ozone (O3), sulfur dioxide (SO2), and particulate matter less than 10 microns (PM10). Carbon
storage and sequestration values will be reported in tons and monetary value. Stormwater values will be assessed
using land cover percentages. Stormwater values will be reported as gallons of stormwater runoff avoided by tree
canopy and a monetary value, which is assigned by multiplying the gallons of runoff avoided by the cost to treat a
gallon of stormwater/wastewater. This does not measure pollution.
Modeling Stormwater and Pollutant Reduction
Using i-Tree Hydro, DRG will evaluate how variations in tree canopy and impervious surface cover influence both the
quantity and quality of stormwater runoff across the project area. The tool allows for simulation of hydrologic
processes to quantify the role of existing and potential tree canopy in intercepting rainfall, promoting infiltration, and
reducing surface runoff. Canopy data will be analyzed to estimate the average annual reduction in stormwater runoff
attributable to trees within the city limits, providing insight into the ecosystem services delivered by urban forests.
This assessment is particularly valuable for supporting long-term water quality strategies, including the development
of goals related to stream restoration, preservation, and regulatory compliance. i-Tree Hydro will generate estimates of
average annual pollutant runoff for key indicators such as total suspended solids, oxygen-demanding substances,
phosphorus, nitrogen, and other pollutants. These outputs will offer a science-based foundation for evaluating the
co-benefits of tree planting and preservation, allowing the City to incorporate urban forestry more directly into its
stormwater management and water quality planning frameworks.
Priority Planting Plan with Tree Placement Model
DRG will utilize data derived from prioritized planting
sites identified through the UTC assessment to
strategically plan future tree planting projects. This
information will guide decisions regarding the
approximate number of trees to be planted and their
recommended sizes, with an emphasis on maximizing
the planting of medium to large canopy tree species to
optimize environmental benefits.
To support this effort, DRG will create a comprehensive
attribute table organizing planting sites by geographic
units such as land use, council district, block group, and
neighborhood association, as well as by priority level.
Additional site attributes will include the presence of
existing street trees, location within riparian areas, and
ownership status (public or private). Using
custom-developed scripts, DRG will simulate tree
planting across multiple scenarios at varying
community scales—neighborhoods, districts, and blocks. These simulations will enable tree placement based on
parameters such as budget constraints, target tree counts, and random distribution. The output will include projected
counts of large, medium, and small trees, configured according to specified planting densities for each size class. The
model will offer flexibility to plant exclusively on public land, private land, or both, depending on community
preferences. Planting efforts will prioritize locations categorized as Very High and High priority in the initial analysis,
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ensuring resources are directed to areas with the greatest potential for impact. This data-driven Priority Planting Plan,
supported by the Tree Placement Model, will provide actionable insights and practical guidance to maximize the
benefits of urban tree planting projects.
Socioeconomic Analysis
The Socioeconomic Analysis evaluates the distribution of tree canopy in relation to key demographic and economic
factors in Rohnert Park, including income, population density, ethnicity, age, education, poverty, unemployment, and
property values. This assessment identifies neighborhoods with lower tree coverage and potential disparities in access
to urban forestry benefits.
The analysis also incorporates health data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) at the census
level to examine possible links between tree canopy and health outcomes such as heat-related illnesses, asthma, and
heart disease. This information supports informed decision-making for urban forestry planning that considers both
environmental and social factors. By integrating socioeconomic data, the City can prioritize tree planting and
maintenance efforts in areas where they may have the most impact, aligning with the goals of the 2040 General Plan.
Urban Heat Mapping
Capturing land surface temperature data is a critical
component in monitoring urban heat islands, assessing air
quality, and supporting the overall well-being of residents.
To evaluate the influence of urban tree canopy on localized
heat effects, DRG will perform a land surface temperature
analysis using Landsat 8 imagery captured during late
afternoon summer conditions, when surface temperatures
typically peak. This analysis will identify the areas
experiencing the highest surface temperatures. By
examining multiple years of imagery, we can assess trends
and changes in urban heat island intensity over time. While
the data can be correlated with changes in tree canopy
coverage, it may also reveal additional contributing factors
that warrant further investigation.
Tree Canopy & Land Cover Assessment Summary Report
The Tree Canopy & Land Cover Assessment Summary Report will provide the City of Rohnert Park with a robust,
data-driven foundation essential for strategic urban forest management and planning. By quantifying current land
cover—specifically tree canopy, impervious surfaces, and pervious areas—this report establishes a clear and
scientifically validated baseline to guide informed decision-making and prioritize urban greening efforts. Utilizing
methodologies endorsed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and leveraging high-resolution aerial imagery,
LiDAR data, and GIS layers, the report offers precise spatial analyses across multiple geographies within the city.
This baseline analysis identifies neighborhoods and zones most vulnerable to heat exposure and environmental
stress, enabling the City to target investments where urban tree planting and canopy preservation will most effectively
enhance climate resilience. The assessment integrates City-specific data, including the 2040 General Plan Vulnerability
Assessment and the 2015 Heat and Climate Change Study, ensuring that recommendations align with existing policy
frameworks and long-term community goals.
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Importantly, the report supports cross-department collaboration by providing actionable GIS datasets, detailed land
cover maps, and ecosystem service evaluations—such as air quality improvement, carbon sequestration, and
stormwater runoff reduction—using i-Tree software tools. This comprehensive approach facilitates stakeholder
engagement and community outreach, fostering transparent communication and citizen participation in urban
forestry initiatives.
In addition, the Priority Planting Plan and tree placement models enable the City to strategically expand canopy
coverage, focusing on areas with the greatest potential to mitigate urban heat islands and promote equity. The
integration of socioeconomic and wildfire risk analyses further refines these priorities by highlighting disparities in
canopy distribution and identifying wildfire-vulnerable zones, supporting sustainable and resilient urban forest
management.
Together, these insights will inform the UFMP, underpin policy development, and enable the City of Rohnert Park to
track progress toward sustainability, equity, and climate adaptation objectives, consistent with the goals outlined in
the City’s General Plan.
Community Engagement
Public Outreach Plan
Early in the process, DRG will develop a Public Engagement Plan tailored to Rohnert Park's unique community context.
This plan will identify key audiences, recommend appropriate outreach channels, and outline effective engagement
tools to promote broad, inclusive, and meaningful participation in the UFMP process. Within the plan DRG will define
the materials and strategies needed to support the City’s outreach goals. We will create clear, consistent messaging
that effectively communicates the goals, benefits, and importance of urban forest planning in a way that resonates
with Rohnert Parks' stakeholders.
Working closely with City staff, DRG will ensure all outreach efforts are culturally relevant, accessible, and aligned with
the City’s communications protocols. This approach will guarantee that community input is genuinely integrated into
the development of the UFMP. Deliverables will include:
● A strategy for community engagement aligned with local demographics and communication preferences
● A suite of professionally branded, user-friendly outreach materials (e.g., flyers, digital graphics, presentations,
surveys)
● Guidance for City staff or designated representatives on timing, messaging, and distribution of materials
● Recommendations for both in-person and digital engagement opportunities
Workshop/Open House
DRG will develop materials and facilitate one in-person workshop to inform the development of the UFMP. The format
of the workshop will be developed by the project team, but is intended to both provide information and solicit input to
gauge community impressions, experiences, and goals for the urban forest. The location, date, and time of the
workshop will be determined in coordination with the City to ensure accessibility and strong participation.
The format of the workshop will be designed by the project team in alignment with project goals and community
engagement best practices. The session will serve both to share key information about the planning process and to
actively solicit public input. Through guided discussions and interactive activities, the workshop will gather
community perspectives, lived experiences, and aspirations related to Rohnert Park’s urban forest. Resident input
will help inform the development of goals, strategies, and priorities for the UFMP.
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Online Engagement
While traditional in-person meetings with open comment sessions have long been effective, attendance has declined
significantly since 2020. In recent years, we have found that community members increasingly prefer the convenience
and flexibility of online informational meetings. This format provides an accessible and efficient way to communicate
key information, including the planning process, next steps, opportunities for input, and how community feedback
will inform recommendations and outcomes.
Online meetings also streamline the comment-gathering process by allowing participants to share their input in an
organized and inclusive manner. A key advantage of virtual meetings is that they can be recorded and made available
for later viewing, giving participants the opportunity to review the content at their convenience.
For this project, we will conduct and record one virtual public meeting. The recording will be shared with Rohnert Park
for posting on the City’s website and/or integrated into the StoryMap platform. When paired with tools such as
StoryMaps and online surveys, this approach significantly broadens public participation and awareness. The flexibility
of this format allows individuals to thoughtfully engage with the material, reflect on the information presented, and
provide more meaningful feedback. The combination of recorded presentations, digital engagement tools, and
extended survey response windows has resulted in significant community involvement and valuable input across a
variety of projects.
Online Survey
DRG will prepare, develop, host, and analyze an online survey designed to gather resident feedback on key aspects of
Rohnert Park’s urban forest. The survey will solicit public input on the quality and extent of urban forest services,
perceived health and coverage of the tree canopy, community priorities for future investment, and preferences for
urban forest management strategies. We recommend launching the survey concurrently with the virtual community
meeting and workshop. This timing encourages attendees to share the survey with family, friends, and neighbors,
while also ensuring that individuals who are unable to attend the meetings still have an opportunity to provide input.
City Council Presentation
DRG will prepare and deliver one presentation to the City Council to communicate the key elements of the UFMP. The
presentation will cover the plan’s purpose, findings, and recommendations.
Plan Development
Process, Deliverables, and Milestones
The UFMP development process by DRG is rooted in collaborative efforts and comprehensive research. Our adaptive
approach begins with inclusive stakeholder engagement to gather insights and align objectives. Research
encompasses historical regulations, policies, and community input, guided by both stakeholder input and DRG's
expertise. The resulting narrative text, authored by experienced urban forestry specialists, encompasses various
aspects such as programming, policy, management, best practices, partnerships, planting strategies, and
community engagement. Throughout the process, findings from meetings, interviews, and surveys inform plan
development. The UFMP aims for clarity, relevance, and achievability, addressing challenges with practical and
measurable solutions. Adopting an adaptive approach, DRG ensures the plan remains dynamic, guiding sustainable
management practices and enhancing urban green spaces' resilience and vitality.
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Background Review
Planning and resource development for an Urban Forest Management Plan (UFMP) is typically led by the governing
entity responsible for the urban forest. DRG will review all relevant materials related to the City’s Urban Forestry
Program to assess alignment with stated goals, identify strengths, and pinpoint areas for improvement. This review
will include relevant plans, policies, operational documents, and reports. As previously noted, DRG will benchmark the
program against industry-recognized tools and standards to support a thorough audit of current practices.
Review and Recommend Tree List
An updated tree list will support the development of a healthy and sustainable urban forest. By prioritizing long-lived,
regionally appropriate species that provide key benefits such as shade, cooling, and carbon capture, the City of
Rohnert Park can maintain essential ecosystem services while advancing goals related to livability, equity, and
resilience.
In 2024, DRG completed a detailed Urban Forest Resource Analysis assessing the structure, condition, and benefits of
the City’s public tree population. This included species composition, age distribution, canopy coverage, biodiversity,
and quantification of ecosystem services like carbon storage, air quality improvement, stormwater reduction, and
energy savings. The analysis showed that Sequoia sempervirens (coast redwood) makes up 32.6% of the urban forest.
While valuable, its dominance poses risks related to pests, disease, and climate stress.
To address this, DRG will develop an updated tree species list in collaboration with City Arborist Brandon Keck. The list
will recommend climate-adapted, diverse species suited to local conditions and planting constraints, helping reduce
dependence on any single species and enhancing the urban forest’s resilience over time.
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Best Management Practices
DRG will draw on Davey’s experience and expertise in urban forestry and
arboriculture to develop a comprehensive set of best management practices
that can be applied across a wide range of urban forest management activities
in the City. This effort will incorporate current research, stakeholder
collaboration, and assessments to ensure the best management practices are
practical, science-based, and responsive to local conditions.
To support this work, DRG will facilitate working group sessions to gather input
and ensure the best management practices reflect community values and
priorities. The collaborative process will allow for the adaptation of practices to
the specific environmental and operational context of the County.
The best management practices will be grounded in nationally recognized
standards developed by organizations such as the International Society of
Arboriculture (ISA), the Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA), and the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
DRG will present draft best management practices to working groups for review and refinement, fostering shared
ownership and support for implementation. Aligning these practices with trusted industry benchmarks will enhance
transparency, build community trust, and support consistent, high-quality care across the Rohnert Park’s urban
forest.
Funding Strategies
To support the long-term success of the Urban Forest Master Plan, DRG will develop a customized Urban Forestry
Program Funding Roadmap for Rohnert Park. This roadmap will identify a wide range of funding opportunities to
sustain implementation, maintenance, and future program growth—particularly on County-owned lands.
DRG will explore both traditional and creative funding strategies tailored to the City’s needs. These may include local
funding mechanisms, grants, green financing tools, community partnerships, and other emerging approaches that
promote sustainable urban forest management. This roadmap will serve as a practical tool to equip the City with
innovative, actionable solutions that can support a resilient and well-funded urban forest well into the future.
Implementation and Monitoring Framework
DRG will develop an implementation framework to ensure the UFMP is not only adopted but effectively carried out. In
collaboration with the Advisory Working Group, we will outline a suggested structure for monitoring tree planting,
maintenance activities, and the urban forest’s impact on reducing extreme heat and advancing equity goals. This
framework will support ongoing evaluation of progress and guide adaptive management to keep the plan aligned with
Rohnert Park’s long-term vision for a resilient and inclusive urban forest.
Designing a Customized Urban Forest
Management Plan for Rohnert Park
DRG brings a proven track record in developing customized UFMP’s that align research, best practices, and
stakeholder input to support sustainable urban forestry. For the City of Rohnert Park, DRG will integrate insights from
city staff, community members, and stakeholders to develop clear, actionable strategies that ensure the urban forest is
protected, maintained, and equitably expanded into the future.
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Our process is grounded in collaboration and guided by adaptive, research-based planning. It begins with inclusive
engagement and a review of existing policies, operations, and community input. The resulting plan, authored by
DRG’s experienced urban forestry professionals, will cover programming, policy, management practices, planting
strategies, and partnerships. The UFMP will be relevant, practical, and measurable. It will be designed to address local
challenges and support long-term goals. While the following description outlines our standard approach, DRG remains
flexible and responsive, ensuring the final plan reflects the City’s evolving needs and vision.
DRG will produce a comprehensive UFMP tailored to Rohnert Park. The plan will synthesize findings from the urban
forest assessment, operations review, and stakeholder engagement to ensure that all recommendations reflect local
conditions, priorities, and capacity. Designed for clarity and usability, the UFMP will feature a visually engaging layout
and a structure that supports implementation, monitoring, and long-term adaptability. It will provide actionable
guidance on best management practices, policy enhancements, funding strategies, and data-driven approaches to
addressing canopy inequities. The final plan will be formatted for PDF delivery and will include, at a minimum, the
following core components:
● Executive Summary
● Acknowledgments
● Introduction
● The State of the Urban Forest:
○ Tree Canopy & Land Cover Assessment
○ Regulations and Policies
○ Urban Forestry Operations
○ Benefits of trees and canopy cover
○ Existing programs and partnerships
○ Summary of key challenges and
opportunities for the urban forest
● Community Voices:
○ A summary of community engagement
activities and outcomes
UFMP Draft 1
● Roadmap for an Equitable and Resilient Urban
Forest
○ Goals, Objectives, and comprehensive
actions
○ Key performance indicators
○ Implementation and Monitoring
○ Framework
○ timeline and milestones (adaptive and
dependent upon resources and current
priorities)
○ Climate Resilient Tree List Summary
○ Tree protection summary
○ Anticipated cost (range) for all objectives
● Appendices
○ Background and Operations Report
○ Ordinance Audit and Redline
○ Tree Canopy & Land Cover Assessment
Report
○ Climate Resilient Tree Species List
○ References and Definitions
Draft 1 is minimally formatted, comprehensive, and (at least) 85% complete. This draft is intended for review by the
City and project team members. DRG requests consolidated feedback from all reviewers and we are happy to facilitate
working group meetings to resolve any conflicts. Once feedback on the first draft is resolved and there is consensus on
the final elements to be included in the plan, DRG will begin the design phase and layout for Draft 2.
UFMP Draft 2
Draft 2 is fully formatted in a professionally designed layout and (at least) 95% complete. The City UFMP will be
visually pleasing. We will work with you to develop design and style guidelines early in the planning process so that all
documents and outreach materials have a branded, recognizable, and cohesive appearance. If a UFMP website is
desired, we are happy to discuss this option. Draft 2 is suitable for public release and review by all stakeholders. DRG
will collaborate with the City project team to resolve all feedback and reach a consensus on revisions for a final UFMP.
Davey Resource Group, Inc.
Design of Urban Forest Management Plan
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Cost Proposal
DRG’s proposed costs are comprehensive and reflect all anticipated expenses required to complete the scope of work.
This includes travel and per diem for field and project staff, vehicle usage rates, equipment usage and related
operational costs, as well as project coordination, data processing, reporting, and applicable administrative overhead.
We are committed to transparency in our pricing and welcome the opportunity to provide further detail or
clarification.
Task Type Cost Task Total
Background and Operations Review, including KO and Project Administration $47,640
Kickoff meeting - onsite, including prep/follow up FFP $6,879
Background review FFP $5,639
Ordinance review - w/redlined recommendations FFP $7,918
Tree List - review/update w/climate ready species FFP $5,709
Operations review FFP $6,699
Stakeholder interviews (onsite - up to 8 ) FFP $14,796
working group/tech team meetings (up to 6) FFP $4,701
Project administration/management FFP $10,227
Resource Assessment/Analysis $33,887
Tree canopy and land cover assessment - mapping FFP $6,433
Historic change assessment FFP $2,573
Land cover metrics FFP $1,633
Ecosystem services FFP $1,835
Stormwater management - point source pollution FFP $1,633
Priority planting plan - w/tree placement model FFP $3,538
Socioeconomic/Equity analysis FFP $3,130
Urban Heat Mapping FFP $3,184
Tree Canopy & Land Cover Assessment Summary Report FFP $7,206
Report maps FFP $2,722
Community Engagement $21,503
Community Engagement Plan FFP $4,201
Workshop/Open House - One onsite FFP $4,700
Presentation - One virtual, recorded FFP $2,800
Online survey (develop, host, analyze) FFP $4,511
Council/Board Presentation - onsite FFP $5,291
Urban Forest Master Plan $46,412
UFMP: includes Draft 1, Draft 2, delivered as PDF FFP $38,550
Custom Design and Style Guide FFP $2,457
Editor, Layout and Design FFP $5,405
Total All Tasks $149,442
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EXHIBIT C
INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS for Consultant Services Agreement
Consultant shall procure and maintain for the duration of the contract insurance against claims
for injuries to persons or damages to property which may arise from or in connection with the
performance of the work hereunder by Consultant, its agents, representatives, or employees.
MINIMUM SCOPE AND LIMIT OF INSURANCE
Coverage shall be at least as broad as:
1. Commercial General Liability (CGL): Insurance Services Office Form CG 00 01
covering CGL on an “occurrence” basis, including products and completed operations, property
damage, bodily injury and personal & advertising injury with limits no less than $1,000,000 per
occurrence. If a general aggregate limit applies, either the general aggregate limit shall apply
separately to this project/location (ISO CG 25 03 or 25 04) or the general aggregate limit shall be
twice the required occurrence limit.
2. Automobile Liability: Insurance Services Office Form Number CA 0001 covering,
Code 1 (any auto), or if Consultant has no owned autos, Code 8 (hired) and 9 (non-owned), with
a limit no less than $1,000,000 per accident for bodily injury and property damage.
3. Workers’ Compensation insurance as required by the State of California, with
Statutory Limits, and Employer’s Liability Insurance with a limit of no less than $1,000,000 per
accident for bodily injury or disease. (Not required if consultant provides written verification it
has no employees)
4. Professional Liability (Errors and Omissions) Insurance appropriates to Consultant’s
profession, with a limit no less than $2,000,000 per occurrence or claim, $2,000,000 aggregate.
If Consultant maintains broader coverage and/or higher limits than the minimums shown above,
the City requires and shall be entitled to the broader coverage and/or the higher limits maintained
by Consultant. Any available insurance proceeds in excess of the specified minimum limits of
insurance and coverage shall be available to the City.
Other Insurance Provisions
The insurance policies are to contain, or be endorsed to contain, the following provisions:
Additional Insured Status
The City, its officers, officials, employees, and volunteers are to be covered as additional
insureds on the CGL policy with respect to liability arising out of work or operations performed
by or on behalf of Consultant including materials, parts, or equipment furnished in connection
with such work or operations. General liability coverage can be provided in the form of an
endorsement to Consultant’s insurance (at least as broad as ISO Form CG 20 10 11 85, or both
CG 20 10, CG 20 26, CG 20 33, or CG 20 38; and CG 20 37 forms, if later revisions used).
Primary Coverage
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For any claims related to this contract, Consultant’s insurance coverage shall be primary
insurance primary coverage at least as broad as ISO CG 20 01 04 13 with respect to the City, its
officers, officials, employees, and volunteers. Any insurance or self-insurance maintained by the
City, its officers, officials, employees, or volunteers shall be in excess of Consultant’s insurance
and shall not contribute with it.
Notice of Cancellation
Each insurance policy required above shall state that coverage shall not be canceled, except with
notice to the City.
Waiver of Subrogation
Consultant hereby grants to City a waiver of any right to subrogation which any insurer of said
Consultant may acquire against the City by virtue of the payment of any loss under such
insurance. Consultant agrees to obtain any endorsement that may be necessary to effect this
waiver of subrogation, but this provision applies regardless of whether the City has received a
waiver of subrogation endorsement from the insurer.
Self-Insured Retentions
Self-insured retentions must be declared to and approved by the City. The City may require
Consultant to provide proof of ability to pay losses and related investigations, claim
administration, and defense expenses within the retention. The policy language shall provide, or
be endorsed to provide, that the self-insured retention may be satisfied by either the named
insured or City.
Acceptability of Insurers
Insurance is to be placed with insurers authorized to conduct business in the state with a current
A.M. Best’s rating of no less than A:VII, unless otherwise acceptable to the City.
Claims Made Policies
If any of the required policies provide coverage on a claims-made basis:
1. The Retroactive Date must be shown and must be before the date of the contract or the
beginning of contract work;
2. Insurance must be maintained and evidence of insurance must be provided for at least
five (5) years after completion of the contract of work; and
3. If coverage is canceled or non-renewed, and not replaced with another claims-made
policy form with a Retroactive Date prior to the contract effective date, Consultant must
purchase “extended reporting” coverage for a minimum of five (5) years after completion
of contract work.
Verification of Coverage
Consultant shall furnish the City with original Certificates of Insurance including all required
amendatory endorsements (or copies of the applicable policy language effecting coverage
required by this clause) and a copy of the Declarations and Endorsement Page of the CGL policy
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listing all policy endorsements to City before work begins. However, failure to obtain the
required documents prior to the work beginning shall not waive Consultant’s obligation to
provide them. The City reserves the right to require complete, certified copies of all required
insurance policies, including endorsements required by these specifications, at any time.
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CERTIFICATE OF CONSULTANT
I HEREBY CERTIFY that I am the Regional Operations Manager , and a duly authorized representative of the firm of Davey Resource Group, Inc. ,
whose address is 295 S. Water Street STE 300 Kent, OH 44240 , and that
neither I nor the above firm I here represent has:
a) Employed or retained for a commission, percentage, brokerage, contingent
fee, or other consideration, any firm or person (other than a bona fide
employee working solely for me or the above consultant) to solicit to
secure this Agreement.
b) Agreed, as an express or implied condition for obtaining this contract, to
employ or retain the services of any firm or person in connection with
carrying out the Agreement; or
c) Paid, or agreed to pay, to any firm, organization or person (other than a
bona fide employee working solely for me or the above consultant) any
fee, contribution, donation, or consideration of any kind for, or in
connection with, procuring or carrying out the Agreement;
Except as here expressly stated (if any);
NA
I acknowledge that this certificate is subject to applicable State and Federal laws, both
criminal and civil.
6/13/2025
Date Signature
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Meeting Date: June 24, 2025
Department: Development Services
Submitted By: Alicia Giudice, Director of Development Services
Prepared By: Jenna Garcia, Housing Manager
Agenda Title: Adopt a Resolution Authorizing and Approving the Director of Finance to
Amend the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Budget within Fund 5720 – Housing
Successor Agency (CEQA: Not a Project under the California
Environmental Quality Act)
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Adopt a Resolution authorizing and approving the Director of Finance to amend the Fiscal Year
2024-25 Budget within Fund 5720 – Housing Successor Agency.
BACKGROUND & ANALYSIS:
The City Council adopted the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Budget on June 25, 2024. During a recent
budget review, staff discovered that appropriations for two routine line items—communications
(cell phone) and legal fees (City Attorney costs related to the housing program)—were
inadvertently omitted from the Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget for Fund 5720 (Housing Successor
Agency). Despite these omissions, expenses in both categories have continued as part of the
housing program’s regular operations.
To address this oversight, staff is recommending an increase of $500 to cover cell phone costs
and $15,000 to cover legal fees incurred during Fiscal Year 2024-25. Sufficient funds are
available in the Fund 5720 balance to support this amendment; this action simply seeks approval
to appropriate the necessary funds, ensuring compliance with budgetary requirements and
continued support for housing program activities.
It is important to note that both line items have been properly budgeted for in the upcoming
Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget, so this amendment is a one-time adjustment to align the current
year’s budget with actual operational needs.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS:
The recommended action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”)
because it does not qualify as a “project” as defined in Public Resource Code Section 21065 and
CEQA Guidelines Sections 15378, because it involves government funding and does not involve
any commitment to any specific project which may result in a potentially significant physical
impact on the environment. Directing staff to amend the City’s budget is an administrative
activity that does not result in any direct or indirect physical changes to the environment.
Mission Statement
“We Care for Our Residents by Working Together to Build a
Better Community for Today and Tomorrow.”
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
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STRATEGIC PLAN AND COUNCIL GOALS/PRIORITIES ALIGNMENT:
The recommended action is consistent with the City Council’s strategic goal priority of long-
term financial sustainability.
OPTIONS CONSIDERED:
1. Option 1: Recommended. Approve the FY 2024-25 budget adjustment for Fund 5720 –
Housing Successor Agency. This action will ensure sufficient appropriations are
available to cover operational expenses throughout the fiscal year. Adequate funds are
available in the account to support this amendment.
2. Option 2: Not Recommended. Do not approve additional appropriations for Fund 5720 –
Housing Successor Agency. Without this adjustment, staff may be unable to fully meet
current year obligations, which could result in a reduction of services.
FISCAL IMPACT/FUNDING SOURCE:
The proposed action will result in a fiscal impact of $15,500, which includes $500 for cell phone
expenses and $15,000 for legal fees anticipated during Fiscal Year 2024-25. Sufficient funds are
available in the Fund 5720 balance to support this budget amendment. The table below illustrates
the proposed amendment.
Department Head Approval Date: 06/09/2025
City Attorney Approval Date: N/A
Finance Manager Approval Date: 06/06/2025
City Manager Approval Date:
Attachments:
1. Resolution Authorizing and Approving a Budget Amendment to Increase Appropriations
for FY 2024-25 Within Fund 5720 – Housing Successor Agency
Description
Adopted 24/25
Budget
Proposed
Amendment
Revised 24/25
Budget
57202100 50079 Interest Income - Allocated (25,000)$ -$ (25,000)$
TOTAL - Revenue (25,000)$ -$ (25,000)$
57202100 63143 Communication-Phone - 500$ 500$
57202100 64000 Contract -Outside Services 170,200 -$ 170,200$
57202100 64030 Professional Legal Fees - 15,000$ 15,000$
TOTAL - Expense 170,200$ 15,500$ 185,700$
Obj Code
57202100 - Housing Successor Agency
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-042
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
AUTHORIZING AND APPROVIDING A BUDGET AMENDMENT TO INCREASE
APPROPRIATIONS FOR FY 2024-25 WITHIN FUND 5720 – HOUSING SUCCESSOR
AGENCY
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Rohnert Park adopted the Fiscal Year 2024-
25 Budget on June 25, 2024; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has the authority to amend the budget; and
WHEREAS, during a recent review of the Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget for Fund 5720
(Housing Successor Agency), staff identified that appropriations for two routine line items,
communication-phone and professional legal fees, were inadvertently omitted; and
WHEREAS, expenditures for both communication-phone and professional legal fees
have continued to be incurred as part of the housing program’s ongoing operations; and
WHEREAS, sufficient funds are available in the balance of Fund 5720 to accommodate
the proposed budget amendment; and
WHEREAS, the Finance Director and City Manager have reviewed and recommended
the operational changes to be brought forward to the City Council for consideration; and
WHEREAS, restricted funds would only be used in a manner consistent with imposed
restrictions.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Rohnert
Park that the foregoing recitals are true and correct and that it does hereby authorize and approve
the budget amendment to increase appropriations for FY 2024-25 within Fund 5720 (Housing
Successor Agency) in the amount of $15,500.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Director of Finance is authorized to make any
administrative adjustments necessary to process the amendment in accordance with generally
accepted accounting principles.
DULY AND REGULARLY ADOPTED this 24th day of June, 2025.
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
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Gerard Giudice, Mayor
ATTEST:
___________________________
Sylvia Lopez Cuevas, City Clerk
Resolution 2025-042
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APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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Michelle M. Kenyon, City Attorney
ADAMS: _________ ELWARD: _________ RODRIGUEZ: _________SANBORN: _________ GIUDICE: _________
AYES: ( ) NOES: ( ) ABSENT: ( ) ABSTAIN: ( )
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Meeting Date: June 24, 2025
Department: Community Services and Public Works
Submitted By: Cindy Bagley, Director of Community Services
Prepared By: Cindy Bagley, Director of Community Services
Agenda Title: Adopt a Resolution Adopting the Parks and Recreation Master Plan Update
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Adopt a Resolution adopting the Parks and Recreation Master Plan Update.
BACKGROUND:
At its regular meeting on April 22, 2025, the City Council reviewed the draft Parks and Recreation
Master Plan (Master Plan) and directed staff to bring back an item to adopt the Parks and Recreation
Master Plan at a future City Council meeting.
The Master Plan was brought forth for final adoption on May 27, 2025. The City Council directed staff
to bring back minor revisions at a future meeting to address the fact that the tennis courts at Magnolia
Park, the pickleball courts at Sunrise Park, and the tennis courts/pickleball courts at Sunrise Park were
not included in the draft. Those revisions are included as follows:
Page 112 – For Magnolia, added “Evaluate maintenance and renovation needs of tennis courts.” Listed
as a “near-term” priority and listed as “Address Deficiency” with cost TBD.
Page 123 - For Sunrise, added “Evaluate and repair cracks at the temporary and permanent pickleball
courts.” Listed as a “near-term” priority and listed as “Address Deficiency” with cost TBD.
Page 123 - For Sunrise, added “Convert tennis courts to permanent pickleball courts.” Listed as “near-
term” priority and listed as “Added Amenity with cost TBD.
These changes are reflected in the table on page 10 of this report which totals the amount of
recommendation by type are included in the Master Plan.
In 2019, based on a recommendation of the Parks and Recreation Commission, the City Council
appropriated funding in the Measure M – Parks budget to update the Parks and Recreation Master
Plan, which was originally adopted in 2008. The Parks and Recreation Commission was involved in
developing the criteria that were put into the Request for Proposals (RFP), which was released in
February of 2020. Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, the project and funding was placed on hold just
before the RFP response period closed.
As part of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2022-23 budget, the City Council re-appropriated the funds to move
forward with the update of the Master Plan.
Mission Statement
“We Care for Our Residents by Working Together to Build a
Better Community for Today and Tomorrow.”
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
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At its regular meeting on October 11, 2022, the City Council approved an agreement between the City
of Rohnert Park and RHAA Landscape Architecture and Planning (RHAA) for consultant services to
update the Parks and Recreation Master Plan (Master Plan).
RHAA is the primary consultant. RHAA secured the following subconsultants to work on the Master
Plan Update:
• Ballard King – assigned to recreational planning
• Economic and Planning Systems (EPS) – assigned to funding
• Godbe Research – assigned to statistically valid research
The scope of work that is included in the agreement can be found in Attachment 1 and details the
process and phases of the development of Parks and Recreation Master Plan (PRMP) Update Draft.
On September 30, 2024, the Parks and Recreation Commission received a report from staff and the
RHAA Consultant team and provided recommendations regarding the action items and prioritization.
The Commission met again on March 3 to review the full draft of the Master Plan. The draft PRMP
includes recommendation from the Commission, staff, and the community.
ANALYSIS:
The PRMP serves as a strategic guide for the future development and enhancement of Rohnert Park’s
parks, recreation facilities, and programs. It includes an assessment of existing conditions, a
community engagement process, and a Needs Assessment and Gap Analysis to identify priorities. The
plan provides actionable recommendations categorized into deficiency improvements, added
amenities, and policy changes, all aligned with the City's Draft General Plan 2040.
Key elements include:
• Assessment of 28 parks and 9 facilities, identifying infrastructure needs and compliance issues.
• Extensive community engagement, including surveys, workshops, and stakeholder interviews,
to gauge public priorities.
• Prioritization framework based on safety, unmet needs, funding potential, and operational
efficiency.
• Action Plan with phased implementation, estimating costs of $98.9 million for 247
recommendations over near-, medium-, and long-term timelines.
The PRMP ensures that future parks and recreation investments reflect community needs while
promoting accessibility, environmental stewardship, and sustainability.
The document is broken up into the following chapters:
1. Executive Summary
2. Introduction
3. Existing Framework
4. Needs Assessment
5. The Plan
6. Implementation
7. Appendix
The following is a brief summary of the key topics included in the PRMP
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Chapter 2: Introduction - This chapter sets the foundation for the PRMP, ensuring parks and
recreation meet the current and future needs of Rohnert Park residents.
2.1 Regional Setting
2.2 Project History
Since the last General Plan update (2000), Rohnert Park has seen significant growth. The Draft
General Plan 2040 update led to the need for revisions in the PRMP:
• March 2022: The City issued an RFP for a consultant.
• May 2022: RHAA (Royston Hanamoto Alley & Abey) was selected to lead the PRMP update.
• The PRMP builds on the 2008 Plan, revised in 2017 with targeted updates.
2.3 Planning Process
The PRMP outlines strategies for enhancing Rohnert Park’s parks, facilities, programs, and amenities,
with a prioritization plan for implementation. The process included:
1. Inventory & Analysis
2. Community Engagement
3. Needs Assessment & Gap Analysis
4. Recommendations
5. Prioritization of Recommendations
6. Action Plan & Implementation
2.4 Community Engagement
Community outreach was crucial in aligning the plan with residents’ needs:
• Statistically Valid Survey (SVS)
• Community Needs Survey
• Community Meeting (June 15, 2023)
• Stakeholder Interviews
• City Collaboration.
2.5 Review of Relevant Planning Efforts
The PRMP aligns with prior planning documents to ensure consistency with the City's vision. Key
references include:
• Rohnert Park Draft General Plan 2040
• Parks & Facilities Master Plan (2008) & Addendum (2016)
• Priority Area Development Plan (2016)
• Parks & Recreation Master Plan Updates (2017 & 2018)
• Comprehensive Audit Summary (2021)
Key Takeaways:
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• Rohnert Park is expanding and requires updated parks and facilities.
• The PRMP aligns with the Draft General Plan 2040 and past planning efforts.
• Community input shaped priorities and recommendations.
• Park conditions and facilities have been assessed and prioritized for improvement.
Chapter 3: Existing Framework
3.1 Park System Overview
This segment aims to establish a baseline understanding of Rohnert Park’s existing parks and
recreation system. It provides a comprehensive overview of current parkland, classifications, service
standards, and future growth plans.
Key Components:
1. Defining the Park System
2. Assessing Adequacy
3. Guiding Future Development
4. Evaluating Existing Conditions
5. Setting a Foundation for Strategic Planning
Service Standard & Park Classification
• Service Standard: 5 acres of parkland per 1,000 residents.
• Park Classifications:
1. Mini-Parks – Small spaces with limited amenities.
2. Neighborhood Parks – <5 acres, with playgrounds, courts, and picnic areas.
3. Community Parks – Up to 25 acres, offering sports fields, parking, and event spaces.
4. Open Space – Preserves natural areas and scenic views.
5. Special Purpose Parks & Facilities – Includes golf courses and sports complexes.
Acreage & Growth Planning
• Current Parks & Facilities
• Total Recreational Land (Incl. Golf Courses)
• Future Growth & Development Plans:
Planning Area & Service Area
• PRMP aligns with city boundaries, but parks serve a broader region (Sphere of Influence, SOI).
• Urban Forest Management Plan (UFMP): Will address tree canopy concerns and complement
PRMP goals.
Park Inventory & Assessment (2023)
• Comprehensive Evaluation
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• Assessment Criteria
• Condition Ratings
• Findings
• Recent Improvements
Key Takeaways
• City’s park system is growing to accommodate population increases.
• Maintaining the 5 acres per 1,000 residents standard is critical for future planning.
• Park conditions vary, with older parks needing investment.
• Upcoming development projects will expand the park system with new spaces.
• Park assessments guide improvement priorities and long-term planning.
3.2 – Recreation Facilities Overview
This section provides a comprehensive evaluation of Rohnert Park’s recreation facilities, their current
condition, usage, and future needs. It builds upon the Facility Condition Assessment (FCA), which
assessed deferred maintenance, replacement needs, and capital improvements over a 20-year period.
The goal is to understand how these facilities support the city’s recreation programs and identify areas
for enhancement.
Key Components:
1. Facility Inventory & Assessment
2. Major Recreation Facilities
3. Aquatic Facilities
4. Athletic Fields
Key Takeaways
• Facilities Are Well-Maintained, But Some Need Upgrades – Larger facilities operate at a high
level, but smaller centers need renovations.
• Limited Capacity for Expansion – Existing facilities are near capacity, making it difficult to
add programs without expansion.
• Safety & Security Concerns – Additional safety protocols and equipment are needed.
• Athletic Fields Are Overused – Maintenance and additional field space are needed to support
growing demand.
• Public Input Reflects Satisfaction, but Calls for Improvements – Cleanliness and continued
upgrades are key concerns.
• Rohnert Park’s recreation facilities are critical community assets, but some require
modernization, additional space, and enhanced maintenance to meet future demand. Strategic
planning will be needed to address facility constraints, safety concerns, and growing
recreational needs.
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3.3 Recreation Programs Overview
This section provides an overview of the City of Rohnert Park’s recreation programs, including in-
house and contracted offerings, program participation statistics, program strengths and gaps, and
challenges related to space and resources.
Key Components:
• Program Structure
• Participation & Demand
• Program Strengths
• Program Gaps & Challenges
• Marketing & Outreach
Key Takeaways:
• The city’s recreation programs rely heavily on contract providers.
• Space constraints limit the expansion of high-demand programs.
• There are gaps in teen and special needs programming.
• A formal recreation program plan is needed to strategically address community needs.
• Improved marketing efforts beyond the seasonal brochure could enhance program visibility and
participation.
3.4 Management and Operations Overview - This section provides an overview of how the City of
Rohnert Park manages recreation programs, facilities, parks maintenance, and funding. It highlights
staffing, budgeting, and operational strengths and challenges.
Key Components:
• Organizational Structure & Staffing
• Budgets & Funding
• Operations & Maintenance Challenges
• Performance Metrics & Marketing
Key Takeaways:
• Staffing levels for both recreation and facility maintenance are just adequate or minimal, which
limits service expansion.
• Budgeting practices need improvement, particularly in tracking facility-specific maintenance
costs.
• A comprehensive maintenance plan is needed to improve park and facility upkeep.
• A stronger marketing strategy is needed to promote recreation programs beyond the seasonal
brochure.
• Key performance metrics must be established to track the department's success and efficiency.
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Chapter 4 - Needs Assessment
This chapter evaluates Rohnert Park’s existing recreation facilities and programs against community
needs. It highlights opportunities for improvement in parks, facilities, and maintenance, ensuring future
planning aligns with demographic trends, community preferences, and national recreational trends.
Key Components:
1. Existing Supply of Parks and Facilities
• Park System: 28 parks, 9 facilities, trails, and open spaces providing good neighborhood
access.
• Facility Conditions: Well-maintained overall, but key challenges include:
o Restroom and field maintenance
o ADA compliance
o Mini parks/tot lots
o Recreation centers (Burton & Gold Ridge)
o Senior Center
o Outdoor Pools
o Safety concerns
2. Recreation Program Assessment
• Core functions
• Discretionary functions
• Strengths
• Gaps
3. Demand & Community Feedback
• Demographic Insights
• Community Engagement Findings
4. Trends & Future Considerations
• Outdoor recreation is growing, with hiking, cycling, and camping among the most popular
activities.
• Cultural & performing arts attendance has declined post-pandemic, but interest remains strong
in Rohnert Park.
• Industry challenges
• Inclusivity & accessibility
• Technology & engagement
• Sustainability
5. Gap Identification
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• Top priorities
• High community demand
• Communication & booking
• Safety & lighting improvements
Key Takeaway:
The Needs Assessment identifies key strengths and gaps in Rohnert Park’s parks and recreation
system. It underscores the importance of enhanced maintenance, facility upgrades, inclusive
programming, and better community engagement to meet the city’s evolving needs. Future
improvements should prioritize accessibility, safety, and sustainability while balancing active
recreation, cultural activities, and community engagement.
Chapter 5 – The Plan
5.1 Goals, Policies, and Program - The plan emphasizes equitable access, community engagement,
and financial sustainability through the following key policies:
• Equity & Accessibility
• Park Development & Safety
• Community Engagement & Recreation
• Financial Sustainability & Funding
Together, these policies provide a framework for enhancing Rohnert Park’s parks and recreation
system while ensuring long-term sustainability, community benefit, and high-quality recreational
opportunities.
5.2 Recommendations -The recommendation section includes recommendations for each park and
facility on page 77-124 in section 5.3. Each park and facility has its own table to describe
recommendations.
These recommendations are categorized into three types:
• Addresses Deficiency
• Added Amenity
• Policy
The PRMP includes 194 recommendations to address deficiencies, 55 recommendations for added
amenities, and 39 policy recommendations.
Recommendations Overview
The community of Rohnert Park has expressed a preference for addressing existing infrastructure
issues rather than adding new amenities to the parks and recreation facilities system.1 While the PRMP
provides several recommendations for additional amenities, with probable ROM costs, these may be
given a lower priority or designated as long-term actions to reflect the community’s priorities. Further
details on this can be found in Chapter 6 Implementation.
1 Based on results of the Community Needs Survey, see Appendix.
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Parks
Recommendations related to parks focus on both new developments and improvements to existing
parks. New developments typically include the installation of new parks, and some of the
recommendations may suggest adding new parks to meet the growing needs of the community.
However, the primary focus remains on improving and maintaining existing park infrastructure.
Facilities
Recommendations for facilities are largely focused on addressing deferred maintenance, which was
outlined in the Deferred Maintenance Report. Specific recommendations for each facility are included
in the detailed facility pages that follow. These recommendations address the current state of existing
facilities and offer guidance on necessary improvements and upgrades to ensure they remain safe and
accessible for the public.
Policy
Policy recommendations aim to help the City of Rohnert Park enhance the quality of service offered
within the parks and recreation facilities system. These policies focus on programming, the operation
of the Community Services department, and operation and park maintenance practices.
Key policy recommendations include:
• Shade
• Tot Lot/Mini Park Evaluation
• Facilities Access
Gold Ridge Recreation Center – Facility and Park Recommendations
This PRMP also includes a conceptual plan for the Gold Ridge Recreation Center. The plan has been
reviewed in collaboration with the City to ensure that it aligns with the needs of the Community
Services Department, the local neighborhood group, and the community input received during the
community engagement.
Chapter 6 – Implementation
6.1 Prioritization of Recommendation
• Prioritization Criteria and Ranking Process
• Key Prioritization Categories:
o Code and Regulation Compliance
o Safety and Security
o Fulfills Unmet Needs
o Potential Revenue Generation
o Included in Previous Planning Efforts
o Operational Efficiency
6.2 – Action Plan
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An important component of the PRMP is the Action Plan.
The Action Plan categorizes the recommendations into three levels of priority: near-term, medium-
term, and long-term, which are defined in the Recommendation Priorities Table below.
Future needs will change for the City, and the Action Plan will serve as a roadmap to address these
changes.
Priority Park Recommendations
Recommendation Priorities and Types
The table below identifies the total number of recommendations for new amenities and deficiencies, as
included in the Action Plan. Policies that apply to multiple parks are discussed separately later in this
chapter.
Recommendation Priorities
Timeline Recommendations Description Total
Near-term 16 Adds Amenities
95 Addresses
Deficiencies
Potentially achievable in 0 to 5 years 111
Medium-term 18 Added Amenities
93 Addresses
Deficiencies
Potentially achievable in 5 to 10 years 111
Long-term 21 Added Amenities
7 Addresses
Deficiencies
Potentially achievable in 10+ years 28
Policy 39 Policies Policy (No timeline assigned) 39
Total number of recommendations 286
Recommendation Types
Recommendation
Type
Description Total
Addresses Deficiency Recommendations that improve existing conditions identified as
deficient, such as replacing or upgrading amenities at the end of
their lifecycle, or removing accessibility barriers to ensure ADA
Compliance.
193
Added Amenity Recommendations focused on adding new amenities to expand
and enhance the City of Rohnert Park’s parks and recreation
offerings.
54
Policy Administrative recommendations that support the City’s ability to
effectively deliver parks and recreation services.
39
Specific action plans for near term through long term can be found on pages 128-147 of the attached
draft.
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6.3 Funding Plan
The purpose of this section is to outline the City’s funding strategy for implementing the Parks and
Recreation Master Plan. It reviews existing funding sources, estimates the costs of capital
improvements and ongoing operations, and explores potential new funding opportunities. The section
emphasizes the importance of securing sustainable funding to maintain and enhance parks and
recreation services, ensuring long-term viability and community benefit.
Key Components:
1. Funding Strategy Overview
2. Estimated Plan Implementation Costs
3. Existing Funding Sources
4. Plan Funding Strategy
Key Takeaways:
• The City has a solid foundation of funding but will need additional sources to fully implement
the Master Plan.
• Measure M funding is significant but is set to expire in 2028, requiring renewal or replacement.
• Development impact fees and special districts could provide targeted funding but depend on
future growth.
• A parcel tax or G.O. bond would require public approval but could provide long-term revenue
for both capital and operational needs.
• Successful implementation will require a mix of existing, expanded, and new funding strategies
to ensure sustainable park improvements.
Chapter 7 – Appendix
The purpose of the appendix is to provide supporting documentation, data, and additional details that
supplement the main content of the plan. It serves as a reference section that includes more in-depth
information of the following components used to develop the document
OPTIONS CONSIDERED:
Option 1: Adopt the Parks and Recreation Master Plan Update
Option 2: Recommend edits to the Parks and Recreation Master Plan Update
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS:
The Parks and Recreation Master Plan (PRMP) is not a project under the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA), because it is document that identifies existing conditions and funding priorities,
which do not involve any commitment to any specific project which may result in a potentially
significant physical impact on the environment. (Public Resources Code section 21065.) Even if the
Master Plan is considered a project, it qualifies for exemption under the following categories:
• 15061(b)(3)- Common Sense Exemption. The PRMP is exempt because CEQA applies only to
projects which have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. The
Master Plan consist of identification of citywide park improvement needs and a prioritization of
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those improvements and there is no possibility that the Master Plan will have a significant
effect on the environment.
• 15262- Feasibility and Planning Studies. The PRMP qualifies for this exemption because the
PRMP is a planning study that consist of identification of citywide park improvement needs
and a prioritization of those improvements and there is no possibility that the PRMP will have a
significant effect on the environment.
• 15301-Existing Facilities. The PRMP qualifies for this exemption because the PRMP is a
planning study that includes identification of improvements to existing park sites and a
prioritization of those improvements, and the proposed improvements will not result in an
increase of more than 50 percent of floor area to any structure. There is no possibility that
the improvements identified will have a significant effect on the environment.
• 15302- Replacement or Reconstruction. The PRMP qualifies for this exemption because the
PRMP is a planning study that includes identification of improvements to existing park sites
and a prioritization of those improvements, and the proposed improvements may result in the
replacement or reconstruction of existing structures within the same site. There is no
possibility that the improvements identified will have a significant effect on the environment.
STRATEGIC PLAN AND COUNCIL GOALS/PRIORITIES ALIGNMENT:
The Parks and Recreation Master Plan is in line with three of the four City Council priorities:
Community Quality of Life, Long Term Financial Sustainability, and Planning and Infrastructure.
FISCAL IMPACT/FUNDING SOURCE:
There is no direct impact to the general fund associated with discussion and direction on this item
Code Compliance Approval Date: N/A
Department Head Approval Date: 6/2/2025 C. Bagley
Finance Approval Date: N/A
Human Resources Approval Date: N/A
City Attorney Approval Date: N/A
City Manager Approval Date: 6/5/25 M. Piedra
Attachments:
1. Parks and Recreation Master Plan
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-043
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
ADOPTING THE PARKS AND RECREATION MASTER PLAN UPDATE
WHEREAS, the City of Rohnert Park adopted its first Parks and Recreation Master Plan
in 2008, with targeted updates completed in subsequent years; and
WHEREAS, in 2019, the City Council appropriated funding from Measure M – Parks,
based on the recommendation from the Parks and Recreation Commission, to update the Parks
and Recreation Master Plan to reflect evolving community needs and priorities; and
WHEREAS, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the project was temporarily placed on hold
in 2020, with funding and progress resuming in Fiscal Year 2022-23; and
WHEREAS, on October 11, 2022, the City Council approved an agreement with RHAA
Landscape Architecture and Planning (RHAA) to serve as primary consultant for the Parks and
Recreation Master Plan update; and
WHEREAS, the Parks and Recreation Master Plan update process included
comprehensive inventory and assessment of 28 parks and 9 recreation facilities, significant
community engagement, and a robust analysist of existing conditions, needs, and future
priorities; and
WHEREAS, the Parks and Recreation Master Plan serves as a strategic framework for
prioritizing improvements, addressing deficiencies, enhancing access, expanding recreational
opportunities, and ensuring sustainability of the City’s parks, facilities, and programs for the next
1o to 20 years; and
WHEREAS, the Master Plan aligns with the Draft General Plan 2040, addresses ADA
compliance and safety, supports environmental stewardship, and promotes equity in access to
recreational amenities; and
WHEREAS, the Master Plan includes a phased Action Plan with 286 recommendations
organized by priority and estimated costs, along with a funding strategy to guide implementation
and ensure community benefit; and
WHEREAS, on September 30, 2024, the Parks and Recreation Commission received a
report from staff and the RHAA Consultant team and provided recommendations regarding the
action items and prioritization in the Master Plan; and
WHEREAS, the Park and Recreation Commission met again on March 3 to review the
full draft of the Master Plan and recommended approval; and
WHEREAS, at its regular meeting on April 22, 2025, the City Council reviewed the draft
Master Plan and directed staff to bring back an item to adopt the Parks and Recreation Master
Plan at a future City Council meeting; and
WHEREAS, the Master Plan is not a “project” under the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA), because it is document that identifies existing conditions and funding
priorities, which do not involve any commitment to any specific project which may result in a
potentially significant physical impact on the environment (Public Resources Code section
Resolution 2025-043
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21065), and, even if the Master Plan is considered a project, it qualifies for exemption under the
following categories: 15061(b)(3), Common Sense Exemption; 15262, Feasibility and Planning
Studies, 15301, Existing Facilities; and 15302, Replacement or Reconstruction.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Rohnert
Park hereby approves and adopts the 2025 Parks and Recreation Master Plan as a guiding
document for future parks and recreation investments, planning, and decision-making.
DULY AND REGULARLY ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ROHNERT PARK ON this 24th day of June, 2025.
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
____________________________________
ATTEST: Gerard Giudice, Mayor
______________________________
Sylvia Lopez Cuevas, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
______________________________
Michelle M. Kenyon, City Attorney
Attachments: Exhibit A
ADAMS: _________ ELWARD: _________ RODRIGUEZ: _________SANBORN: _________ GIUDICE: _________
AYES: ( ) NOES: ( ) ABSENT: ( ) ABSTAIN: ( )
Parks and Recreation Master Plan
City of Rohnert Park
May 29, 2025
Landscape
Architecture
& Planning
CITY COUNCIL
Gerard Giudice, Mayor
Emily Sanborn, Vice Mayor
Susan Hollingsworth Adams, Councilmember
Jackie Elward, Councilmember
Samantha Rodriguez, Councilmember
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION (2025)
Jim Barrios
Vincent Bunker
Jeffery Tibbetts
Vacant
Vacant
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION (2022-2024)
Chris Borr
Jim Barrios
Sara Jordan
JayJay Rico / Vincent Bunker
Michael Thompson
PLANNING COMMISSION
Tramaine Austin-Dillon
Tim Campbell
Matthew Epstein
Fanny Wing Ah Lam
Marc Orloff
CITY STAFF TEAM
Cindy Bagley, Director of Community Services
Vanessa Garrett, Director of Public Works
Chris Morgan, Management Analyst I
Tiarra Warner, Recreation Division Manager
CONSULTANT TEAM
RHAA - Barbara Lundburg, John Martin, Alyssa Gill
Godbe Research – Bryan Godbe
Ballard*King – Ken Ballard
EPS – Teifion Rice-Evans, Rosanna Ren
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Rohnert Park Community Center
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 7
1.1 Purpose of the Master Plan 7
1.2 Scope 7
1.3 Priority Setting 11
1.4 Action Plan 12
2.0 INTRODUCTION 15
2.1 Regional Setting 15
2.2 Project History 15
2.3 Planning Process 17
2.4 Community Engagement 17
2.5 Review of Relevant Planning Efforts 19
3.0 EXISTING FRAMEWORK 25
3.1 Park System Overview 25
3.2 Recreation Facilities Overview 32
3.3 Recreation Programs Overview 41
3.4 Management and Operations Overview 47
3.5 Demographic Profile 50
4.0 NEEDS ASSESSMENT 57
4.1 Overview 57
4.2 Supply 57
4.3 Demand 60
5.0 THE PLAN 71
5.1 Goals, Policies, Programs 71
5.2 Recommendations 77
5.3 System 79
6.0 IMPLEMENTATION 125
6.1 Prioritization of Recommendations 125
6.2 Action Plan 127
6.3 Funding Plan 148
7.0 APPENDIX 157
7.1 Review of Relevant Planning Efforts 159
7.2 Parks and Facilities Inventory and Assessment 177
7.3 Statistically Valid Survey Results 261
7.4 Community Needs Survey Results 291
7.5 Needs Assessment and Gap Analysis Summary 339
7.6 Prioritization Categories with Points Breakdown 347
7.7 Organization Charts 351
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1.0 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1.1 PurPose of the Master Plan
The City of Rohnert Park’s Parks and Recreation Master Plan (PRMP) is a comprehensive guide
designed to shape the future of the City’s parks, recreation facilities, and programs. It provides
actionable recommendations to enhance the City’s parks and recreation facilities system. Developed
through a detailed process, the PRMP assesses existing conditions, identifies the community’s
desires and needs, generates and prioritizes recommendations, and offers funding strategies and
an Action Plan for future implementation. This Parks and Recreation Master Plan reflects the City’s
evolving strategic goals and plans for future development and should be considered as Rohnert Park
continues with its General Plan update. The PRMP planning process includes the following steps:
»Assess the existing conditions of Rohnert Park’s parks and recreation facilities system,
identifying deficiencies and opportunities for growth.
»Evaluate the community’s needs through a comprehensive engagement process, including
community meetings and surveys.
»Align with and incorporate Rohnert Park’s updated strategic goals from the Draft General
Plan 2040.
»Prepare a Needs Assessment and Gap Analysis based on the existing conditions and the
expressed needs of the community.
»Establish recommendations to address deficiencies and meet community needs.
»Estimate potential costs and create a timeline for prioritizing recommendations based on
short-, medium-, and long-term feasibility.
»Develop an action plan with potential funding sources for implementation of
recommendations.
1.2 scoPe
DocuMent review
The PRMP builds on and supports prior work by the City, including a review of the Draft Rohnert
Park General Plan 2040, the 2008 Parks and Recreation Facilities Master Plan (2008 Plan), and
Comprehensive Audit Summaries conducted by the Parks and Recreation Commission. A complete
document review is available in the PRMP Appendix.
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Parks anD recreation systeM assessMents
The PRMP includes an evaluation of 28 parks
and 9 facilities within the City’s parks and
recreation facilities system. Site visits assessed
the quantity, condition and compliance of
amenities, furnishings, facilities, and pathways
as well as estimated maintenance. Observations
from these assessments and discussions
with the Community Services and Public
Works departments helped identify potential
improvements, which were aligned with the
needs assessment and led to park-specific
recommendations. Detailed existing park
inventories and assessments can be found in the
Appendix.
coMMunity engageMent
The community engagement program was
designed to reach as many community
members as possible. The process included a
Statistically Valid Survey, a Community Needs
Survey, a community workshop, and stakeholder
interviews.
»The Statistically Valid Survey (SVS) used
voter registration information, as well
as a City-provided list of residents to
source responses. The SVS reached out
to a sample of residents reflective of
Rohnert Park’s demographic makeup
to gather statistically accurate results
reflective of the community. The survey
was conducted in English and Spanish
over the telephone and online. The SVS
collected 626 responses between May
3 and May 9, 2023.
»A Community Needs Survey was
available online in English and Spanish
from June 2023 to October 2023,
collecting 702 responses. The survey
ranked answers to a series of questions
regarding demographics, parks,
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Community Workshop group presentations
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facilities, and open-ended responses, and ranked questions. The City shared a link and
promoted the SurveyMonkey survey through social media accounts, the City website, at City
recreation facilities, at meetings, and stakeholder events.
»A Community Workshop in June of 2023 was attended by 20 community members.
It presented information about the Parks and Recreation Master Planning process.
Community members participated in an activity in which they opined about and suggested
improvements to the parks and recreation facilities system. Community members also filled
out and shared additional feedback on notecards.
»The following stakeholders identified by the City of Rohnert Park were contacted via email
and phone (when available) to participate in a short survey and a stakeholder interview:
• Rohnert Park Cal Ripken Baseball
• Rohnert Park Baseball Club
• Rohnert Park Girls Softball Association
• Rohnert Park Warriors
• Rancho Cotati Lacrosse
• Rohnert Park Soccer Club
• Rohnert Park FC
• Rohnert Park G Section (Gold Ridge Community)
• Chamber of Commerce
• Rohnert Park Library
»Of these, the following organizations expressed interest and participated in a meeting:
Rohnert Park Cal Ripken Baseball, Rohnert Park Girls Softball Association, Rancho Cotati
Lacrosse, Gold Ridge Community (Rohnert Park G Section), Chamber of Commerce, and
Rohnert Park Library.
neeDs assessMent anD gaP analysis
The Needs Assessment and Gap Analysis for the City of Rohnert Park’s Parks and Recreation Master
Plan Update identifies unmet community needs in the City’s parks and recreation facilities system.
This input was gathered through various outreach methods, including the Statistically Valid Survey,
Community Needs Survey, the Community Workshop, and stakeholder interviews. This analysis also
includes needs mentioned more than three times in the open responses.
The overall feedback reflects general satisfaction with Rohnert Park’s parks and recreation facilities
system, though the community responses highlighted several areas for improvement. Preferences
included increased opportunities for walking, hiking, jogging, fitness, and swimming. Visiting a park to
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leisurely enjoy nature, attending cultural activities, and wellness also ranked highly in importance. The
community also expressed a strong desire for improved restroom maintenance, additional restroom
facilities, and enhanced lighting for safety and usability.
A full list of identified needs can be found in the Appendix.
Community responses to questions related to the importance of various parks and recreation facilities
amenities were ranked in four tiers.
Table 1. Tiers
Tier 1: Very Important Over 50% of respondents rated the activity or amenity as “Very Important” to
them.
Tier 2: Fairly Important The combined responses of “Very Important” and “Fairly Important” equaled or
exceeded 50%.
Tier 3: Slightly Important The combined responses of “Very Important”, “Fairly Important”, and “Slightly
Important” equaled or exceeded 50%.
Tier 4: Not at All Important More than 50% of respondents rated this amenity as “Not at all Important.”
Once identified, the community needs were compared to the current inventory and recreational
services available. Areas where needs were not met were considered gaps in the system.
recoMMenDations
The recommendations for the parks and recreation facilities system derive from insights determined in
the Needs Assessment and Gap Analysis. These recommendations address policies, deficiencies, and
added amenities requested by the community. The PRMP provides general recommendations for the
overall park system, as well as specific suggestions for each park.
The City and the Parks and Recreation Commission reviewed these recommendations and their
prioritization in September of 2024. Each recommendation falls into one of three categories:
Table 2. Recommendation Types
Deficiency Improvement These recommendations focus on addressing existing deficiencies, such as
replacing or enhancing aging amenities, or ensuring compliance with ADA
standards.
Added Amenity These recommendations propose adding new amenities to the parks system to
meet community needs and expand the recreation system.
Policy These recommendations involve administrative or policy changes to support the
City’s delivery of parks and recreation services
For a complete list of recommendations and a detailed explanation, see Chapter 5 The Plan.
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vision anD goals
The Draft General Plan 2040 envisions “an integrated and well-maintained system of parks, trails, and
recreation facilities throughout the city to meet the community’s recreational needs.” (Goal PFS-2).
To achieve this goal the Draft General Plan prioritizes an update to the Parks and Recreation Master
Plan:
The Parks and Recreation Master Plan is guided by the following goals from the 2008 Plan and the
Draft 2040 General Plan:
»Provide a high quality of life and memorable community experiences by offering a varied
range of year-around recreation programs, activities, classes, camps and special events.
»Provide safe, clean, and well-maintained parks and facilities to meet the diverse needs of a
changing and growing community.
»Create and enhance a positive community image to strengthen livability and sense of
place.
»Ensure the financial health and funding feasibility for Rohnert Park’s comprehensive
recreation, parks and open space system, including special purpose facilities.
»Provide inclusive amenities and programming that focus on accessibility and a variety of
experiences.
»Address challenges to sustainability and environmental stewardship through proposing
updates for the parks and recreation facilities system.
1.3 Priority setting
Given the limited resources in terms of funding, staffing, and park space, it is not feasible to
implement all recommendations simultaneously. Therefore, prioritization is necessary to guide the
phased implementation of the recommendations.
Each recommendation was evaluated against a series of prioritization categories, each with
a designated point value. The total score for each recommendation was calculated, and the
recommendations were sorted by their scores, with higher scores indicating higher priority.
The categories are as follows:
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Table 3. Prioritization Categories
Code and Regulation
Compliance
(5 points)
This category evaluates whether park amenities and facilities meet required
standards for issues of public health (sanitation), physical safety (i.e. tripping
hazards), and urgency (repair deferral impacts amenity use and public access).
A score indicates that the issues (i.e. public health, physical safety, urgency) are
non-compliant with local, state, and national codes, including but not limited to the
Americans with Disabilities Act, and should be addressed.
Safety and Security
(5 points)
This category evaluates the need for lighting infrastructure that improves safety and
security within the parks and recreation facility system. High priority parks have a
need for lighting at an existing building or parking lot. Mid-level priority parks need
lighting but currently lack it. Low priority parks have some existing lighting.
Fulfills Unmet Needs
(3 points)
Recommendations in this category address new elements, amenities, or policies
that meet identified gaps in the community’s needs. These unmet needs are
based on the Gap Analysis, identified by the City, or described in Inventory and
Assessment completed during the Parks and Recreation Master Planning process.
Potential Revenue
Generation
(2 points)
This category evaluates recommendations on their potential to generate long-term
revenue (e.g., field rentals) or short-term revenue (e.g., one-time picnic rentals).
Included in Previous
Planning Efforts
(2 points)
The recommendations in this category have already been identified as goals,
priorities, or actions in prior planning documents for the City of Rohnert Park.
Planning efforts include:
1. The Draft Rohnert Park General Plan 2040
2. Hazard Mitigation Plan
3. Priority Development Area Plan
4. Master Plan Revisions to City Council
5. Comprehensive Audit Summary By Park
6. Community Services Recreation Program Cost Recovery Policy
Operational Efficiency
(1 point)
This category highlights recommendations that will lead to significant savings in
City staff time and resources.
For a detailed explanation of the points breakdown, refer to the Appendix.
1.4 action Plan
iMPleMentation
A comprehensive set of recommendations has been identified, addressing both the parks system as
a whole and individual parks. The prioritization strategy developed aims to create a practical and
implementable Action Plan for the Community Services and Public Works departments, offering a
framework to guide informed decision-making over time.
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The estimated Rough Order of Magnitude
(ROM) costs for park and recreation facility
improvements, including deferred maintenance,
have been identified.
»250 recommendations are estimated
to cost $98,945,200 (2024 dollars)
which include some deferred
maintenance. Future projects should
factor in cost escalation and a
contingency until a detailed and
accurate cost estimate is prepared.
»39 policy or program
recommendations are not yet
sufficiently defined to estimate a cost
at this stage.
»When possible, it’s recommended
to group related improvements to
minimize scope overlap and reduce
overall costs.
Each recommendation has been assigned an
estimated timeline for completion.
»Near-Term: Potentially achievable
within 0 to 5 years
»Medium-Term: Potentially achievable
within 5 to 10 years
»Long-Term: Potentially achievable in
10 or more years
Further details on the recommendations and
their timelines are provided in Chapter 5.
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2.0 INTRODUCTION
2.1 regional setting
The City of Rohnert Park is located in Sonoma County in Northern California, approximately 49 miles
north of San Francisco and 9 miles south of Santa Rosa. Situated along Highway 101 in the Cotati
Valley, the city is bordered by coastal hills to the west and the Sonoma Mountains to the east. Rohnert
Park is home to over 45,000 residents.
Rohnert Park lies within the traditional homelands of the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria,
which includes the Coast Miwok and Southern Pomo peoples. As outlined in the Draft General Plan
2040:
The relationship with the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria (Tribe) is of particular importance to
the City. The lands Rohnert Park occupies are within the ancestral territory of Tribal members, which
also includes large portions of Sonoma and Marin counties. While the Coast Miwok and Southern Pomo
peoples were subjected to genocide, forced removal from lands, and other atrocities, the Tribe is a
vibrant and thriving tribal government, with their own laws and policies governing their citizens. The City
seeks to work cooperatively with the Tribe on important shared interests.
Rohnert Park is characterized by its proximity to historic rural landscapes, with many neighborhoods
featuring redwood-lined streets. The City is based on the twentieth century “neighborhood unit”
planning concept, where each neighborhood is organized around a park and a school.
2.2 Project history
Since the adoption of the City’s last General Plan in 2000, Rohnert Park has experienced significant
growth and development. The City’s strategic goals and vision have been re-evaluated and are now
being incorporated into the Draft General Plan 2040. This update calls for a revision of the Parks and
Recreation Master Plan (PRMP) to align with updated and newly implemented policies and future
plans.
In March 2022, The City of Rohnert Park issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) to select a consultant
team to prepare a Parks and Recreation Master Plan update. In May 2022, the City selected Royston
Hanamoto Alley & Abey (RHAA) to lead the project. This PRMP builds on the 2008 Plan, which was
further revised in 2017 with targeted updates that addressed several recommendations identified in
the 2008 Plan. Those updates were acknowledged by the City and reviewed as part of this planning
process.
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2.3 Planning Process
Process overview
The PRMP provides a series of recommendations designed to enhance the City’s parks and recreation
facilities system. These recommendations address both the overall system and specific parks within
it, offering suggestions for improvements and expansions to existing parks, facilities, programs, and
recreation amenities. Through a prioritization process of the recommendations, the final plan provides
actionable steps for implementation and future use.
The planning process included:
1. Inventory and Analysis
2. Community Engagement
3. Needs Assessment & Gap Analysis
4. Recommendations
5. Prioritization of Recommendations
6. Action Plan & Implementation
2.4 coMMunity engageMent
Community Outreach is a central element of the PRMP process, as community feedback is an
essential component in meeting the current and future needs of the community. A community
engagement plan was created to collect feedback and hear the community’s opinions and needs
regarding parks, facilities, and programming offered by the Community Services Department.
statistically valiD survey
A Statistically Valid Survey (SVS) was conducted to ensure a representative sample of the community’s
views. The SVS was based on voter registration information, together with a City-provided list of
residents over the age of 18. The goal of the SVS was to gather responses from a demographically
accurate group of residents, proportionate to the population.
The survey was carried out through a hybrid model of both internet and telephone responses,
available in English and Spanish to maximize inclusivity. A total of 626 responses were collected
between May 3 and May 9, 2023.
coMMunity neeDs survey
A Community Needs Survey was designed to gather opinions on the parks and recreation facilities
in Rohnert Park through a combination of nineteen open-ended and ranked questions. These
questions mirrored those in the Statistically Valid Survey to ensure consistency. The survey was hosted
on SurveyMonkey and made accessible to the community through multiple platforms, including the
community meeting, social media, and the Rohnert Park website. Additionally, the City provided
paper copies and access to the survey link at the Summer Kid’s Camp, the Callinan Sports and
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Fitness Center front desk, the Community Center front desk, and City Hall. The survey was open to all
residents and non-residents, spanning all age groups, to capture a comprehensive understanding of
the needs of all park and facility users. The survey ran from June 2023 through October 2023 and a
total of 702 responses were collected by the close of the survey in October 2023.
The data from the Community Needs Survey was compared to the Statistically Valid Survey to identify
similar or conflicting results in the community’s responses. Combined with the data collected during
the inventory and assessment process, this information helped inform the Gap Analysis.
coMMunity Meeting
An in-person community engagement workshop was held on June 15, 2023, with 20 community
members in attendance. The community heard the initial findings from the Inventory and Assessment
of Rohnert Park’s parks and facilities. The presentation explained the process of developing the Parks
and Recreation Master Plan and the intent to use collected data to inform the Gap Analysis.
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stakeholDer interviews
The City of Rohnert Park identified key stakeholder groups to interview as part of the planning process.
Each group received a list of specific questions to gather their perspectives on issues related to
Rohnert Park’s parks and recreation system. The stakeholder groups interviewed included:
»Chamber of Commerce
»RP G Section - Gold Ridge Community
»Rohnert Park Library
»Sports Clubs: Rohnert Park Cal Ripken Baseball, Rohnert Park Girls Softball Association,
Rohnert Park Lacrosse
collaboration with the city – incluDing the Park anD recreation coMMission
The Community Services Department and Public Works provided input throughout the development
of the PRMP. Following a presentation of the proposed recommendations and priorities, the Parks
and Recreation Commission also provided feedback to verify the plan accurately reflected the
community’s needs and to confirm the direction of the recommendations.
2.5 review of relevant Planning efforts
As part of the PRMP, a review was conducted of Rohnert Park’s previous planning documents
related to the City’s parks and recreation facilities system. This review ensures that the goals and
recommendations of the PRMP align with and build upon previous planning projects. The following
documents’ planning policies are relevant to the PRMP:
1. Rohnert Park DRAFT General Plan 2040
2. Parks and Facilities Master Plan
3. Parks and Facilities Master Plan Addendum
4. Priority Development Area Plan 2016
5. Update to the Parks and Recreation Master Plan and Cultural Arts Report 2017
6. Update to the Parks and Recreation Master Plan and Cultural Arts Report 2018
7. Comprehensive Audit Summary, 2021
Below is a summary of these planning efforts, with a full list of relevant policies from each document in
the Appendix.
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rohnert Park Draft general Plan 2040
The Rohnert Park Draft General Plan 2040 (General Plan
2040) outlines the City’s long-term vision for physical and
economic development, providing a set of policies, strategic
implementations, and guidelines to ensure projects align
with community objectives. Presented in 2022, the General
Plan 2040 envisions Rohnert Park as a thriving, family-friendly
community that is a safe and enjoyable place to live, work,
and play. This vision strongly influenced the PRMP and the
recommendations that will guide future City projects.
To achieve this vision, the General Plan 2040 is grounded
in several guiding principles, including Social and
Environmental Justice, Community Development, Economic
Development, Climate Change, Circulation, Public Facilities
and Services, Health and Safety, Resource Conservation, and
Housing. Each principle includes specific goals, actions, and
policies designed to help the City achieve its objectives.
The General Plan 2040 principles directly relevant to the
PRMP include:
»Racial, Social, and Environmental Justice
»Community Development
»Public Facilities and Services
»Resource Conservation
The goals and policies in these sections of the General Plan
2040 have directly influenced the recommendations in this
PRMP. A full list of the relevant goals and policies can be
found in the Appendix.
facilities assessMent rePort
The Facilities Assessment Report focused on addressing
deferred maintenance needs for all City-owned recreational
facilities that are more than five years old. It provides a
detailed breakdown of each recreation facility, including the
cost to resolve outstanding maintenance issues. Additionally,
the assessment offers recommendations for each facility to
“contribute” to support future replacements and upgrades
as necessary.
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1 Rohnert Park is a central Sonoma County city along US Highway 101 in the northern San Francisco Bay Area.
Sonoma County is characterized by rolling hills and valleys, and Rohnert Park lies within the broad Cotati
Valley, which is bounded by the coastal hills to the west and the Sonoma Mountains to the east. Several
creeks run through the city, originating in the Sonoma Mountains and draining to the Laguna de Santa Rosa.
The mountains, hills, and surrounding fields and wetlands provide a rural backdrop to the city.
From the start, the City of Rohnert Park was based on the planning concept of the “neighborhood unit,” which
clustered homes around local schools and parks. Each of the original neighborhoods consisted of 200 to 250
homes centered on a 10-acre school and 5-acre park site. The idea behind this design was that no child
would have to walk more than one-third of a mile to school, and the school would be the center of a
cohesive neighborhood. Commercial and industrial development would be large enough and diverse
enough to support the entire community. Rohnert Park became one of the earliest master-planned
communities in the country and was developed without a traditional “downtown.” Recently, there has been
more focus on creating a downtown core with an interconnected public realm, to support the traditional
neighborhoods.
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Parks anD recreation facilities Master Plan
The Parks and Recreation Facilities Master Plan (2008 Plan), was developed over two years together
with a community-led Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Committee. The 2008 Plan updated
existing guidelines and recommendations to enhance the existing Rohnert Park’s parks and
recreation facilities, building on guidelines established in the City’s original Community Plan.
The 2008 Plan highlighted three primary goals to guide the City’s future parks and recreation efforts,
including the development of new parks and the maintenance of existing ones:
»Provide safe, clean and well-maintained parks and facilities to meet the diverse needs of a
changing and growing community.
»Create and enhance a positive community image to strengthen livability and sense of
place.
»Ensure the financial health and funding feasibility for Rohnert Park’s comprehensive
recreation, parks and open space system, including special purpose facilities.
For each of these goals, the 2008 Plan included a policy framework to support implementation. A
complete list of relevant policies can be found in the planning efforts review in the Appendix.
Following the adoption of the 2008 Plan, the Parks and Recreation Commission made three updates
to refine the goals and policies, including adding and removing goals as necessary and once
completed.
Parks anD facilities Master Plan aDDenDuM
The Parks and Facilities Master Plan Addendum (2016) was developed eight years after the adoption
of the 2008 Plan. Completed by City staff and the Parks and Recreation Commission, the Addendum
incorporates updates to reflect changes in the community that affect the original plan’s goals and
progress. Key changes addressed in the Addendum include:
»The restructuring of the City’s departments: the former Recreation Department was
renamed Community Services and incorporated with Public Works to form the Public Works
and Community Services Department.
»An increase in land incorporated into the parks and recreation facilities system, including
the addition of the Gold Ridge Multi-Use Building and site.
»Changes in community demographics.
»New funding opportunities and changes in funding approach.
»A call for a comprehensive analysis of aquatic facilities and programming.
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Priority area DeveloPMent Plan 2016
The Priority Area Development Plan (PDA) provides design
guidelines, requirements, and policies for the creation of a
walkable downtown “Heart of the Community” within Rohnert
Park. It proposes a mixed-use area bordered by Highway
101 to the east, Santa Alicia Drive to the south, the Rail Line
to the west, and just north of Golf Course Drive.
The PDA includes goals and policies that are relevant to
the PRMP, particularly its proposal to add 8.5 acres of
parkland to the parks and recreation facilities system. This
proposed parkland would help meet the standard of 5 acres
of parkland per 1,000 residents which is required by new
development. In addition to the parkland, the PDA provides
guidelines and policies for community design, utilities and
community services, and park, open space, and recreational
facilities. These elements will contribute to the ongoing
development of the parks and recreation facilities system,
and future development and implementation of the PRMP
may need to comply with the PDA guidelines.
uPDate to the Parks anD recreation Master Plan anD cultural arts
rePort 2017
The April 25, 2017 Master Plan Update to Council highlights
goals accomplished during the 2016-2017 fiscal year.
These goals were added to the Master Plan during the 2016
revision period and include:
»Providing multilingual facility and program
materials (English and Spanish)
»Adding new staff positions
»Completing a comprehensive aquatic report
»Establishing annual park audits
»Implementing park-specific developments,
including the installation of an all-weather turf
field at Sunrise Park
uPDate to the Parks anD recreation Master Plan anD cultural arts
rePort 2018
The June 26, 2018 Master Plan Update to Council recognizes
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PRIORITY DEVELOPMENT AREA PLAN
Adopted March 2016
Prepared for:
City of Rohnert Park
Development Services Department
Planning Division
Prepared by:
AECOM
And:
Mogavero Notestine Associates, Office of John Nicolaus, W-Trans & BAE Urban Economics
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the goals accomplished during the 2017-2018 fiscal year. These goals were also added to the Master
Plan during the 2016 revision period and include:
»Completing a comprehensive aquatic report, including a cost analysis
»Resurfacing sport courts
»Completing the annual park audit
»Implementing future park-specific development plans
»Adding park-specific recommendations for future amenities, policies, and improvements
coMPrehensive auDit suMMary
Prior to the start of the PRMP update, the Parks and Recreation Commission, alongside the General
Services Manager and the Community Services Manager would conduct a comprehensive audit of
the parks within the Rohnert Park parks and recreation facilities system every two to three years. This
audit provides updates on the amenities at each park or facility, the condition of park equipment,
and maintenance needs, while also offering recommendations for improvements. The 2021 audit took
place in August.
During the audit, the team evaluates amenities and assigns scores from 1-5 for each one. These
scores are averaged to determine the overall park score. Parks with scores of 2.5 or below are flagged
for attention. In some cases, such as Alicia Park, a score above 3 may not necessarily indicate the full
scope of renovations needed, or reflect the community’s desires and complaints.
The 2021 Comprehensive Audit Summary assessed the following parks:
»Alicia Park
»Benicia Park
»Benicia Park Pool
»Colegio Vista Park
»Dorotea Park
»Eagle Park
»Golis Park
»Honeybee Park
»Ladybug Park
»Magnolia Park
»Magnolia Park Pool
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»Maurice Fredericks Park
»Rainbow Park
»Sunrise Park
»Twin Creeks Park
Park scores ranged from a low of 2.67 (Ladybug Park) to a high of 4.61 points (Twin Creeks Park, the
newest park at the time). All other parks scored above 3.0.
aDDitional relevant Planning efforts
In addition to the above documents, the following resources were reviewed as part of the PRMP:
»Rohnert Park General Plan 2020
»Community Services Recreation Program Cost Recovery Policy 8.01.002
»Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan Budget FY 2021-22 through FY 2025-26
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3.0 EXISTING FRAMEWORK
3.1 Park systeM overview
Rohnert Park’s parks and recreation facilities system is characterized by a well-balanced variety of
parks and facilities, offering a diverse range of recreational activities. With 28 parks and 9 facilities,
the system offers an assortment of spaces designed to serve the community’s needs. The system
provides opportunities for self-guided recreation, organized sports, social gathering, and community
programming. Many of the system’s neighborhood parks, such as Magnolia Park and Golis Park,
provide a wider array of amenities for the community to enjoy. As the City continues to develop, the
parks system has grown. The newest park, Griffin’s Grove Park, is in the northeast corner of town and
provides walking trails, bocce ball, passive recreation, and picnicking opportunities.
The City was initially developed with the planning concept of “neighborhood units,” where each
neighborhood was conceived near a park and a school. As the City has developed and evolved away
from this concept, the core principle of providing adequate parks and open space has remained a
priority in urban planning.
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GRIFFIN’S GROVE PARK
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LADYBUG PARK
LYDIA MINI PARK
MAGNOLIA PARK
MAURICE FREDERICKS PARK
MEADOW PINES MINI PARK
HINEBAUGH CREEK PARK
RAINBOW PARK
ROBERTS LAKE PARK
ROHNERT BARK
SUNRISE PARK
TWIN CREEKS PARK
FACILITIES
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BURTON AVE RECREATION CENTER
COMMUNITY CENTER
CALLINAN SPORTS & FITNESS CENTER
GOLD RIDGE RECREATION BUILDING
LADYBUG PARK RECREATION CENTER
SPRECKELS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
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EAGLE PARK
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FIVE CREEK PARK
GOLIS PARK
GRIFFIN’S GROVE PARK
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FACILITIES
BENICIA PARK RECREATION CENTER
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COMMUNITY CENTER
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GOLD RIDGE RECREATION BUILDING
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service stanDarD
Rohnert Park adheres to the service standard of providing 5 acres of parkland for every 1,000
residents. As the City continues to grow and develop, it is essential to maintain this standard and
incorporate new parks and open space into future projects to meet the growing population’s needs.
Parks classification
The parks within the park system have been classified into five distinct categories and are outlined as
follows:
Table 4. Parks Classification
Mini-Parks Small public spaces found in neighborhoods, often with a small amenity.
Neighborhood Park Parks typically smaller than 5 acres that provide a variety of amenities, including
multi-purpose turf areas, playgrounds, hard courts, picnic areas, craft activities,
and features that express the unique identity of the neighborhood and address
local residents’ needs.
Community Park Parks designed to serve the greater community with amenities for active
recreation and organized events. These parks often include structures, parking
areas, lighting, as well as features found in neighborhood parks. They are often
larger in size, ranging up to 25 acres and are designed to offer a broad selection
of recreational activities.
Open Space Park lands that preserve habitats, provide buffers for development, and offer
sweeping vistas of natural landscapes.
Special Purpose Parks
and Facilities
Parks with a single purpose that serve the community such as golf courses and
sports complexes.
review of acreage
The City’s parks and recreation facilities system includes 163.5 acres of parks and recreational
facilities. This translates to 2.9 acres of parkland per 1,000 residents, and 1.1 acres of facilities per
1,000 residents.1 In addition, the City’s golf courses span 310 acres, bringing the total acreage for
neighborhood and community parks, golf courses, and recreational facilities to 473.5 acres, or 10.9
acres per 1,000 residents. This meets the service standard of 5 acres of parkland per 1,000 residents.
Note that this report does not include an evaluation of the City’s golf courses.
The City is currently planning several Planned Development Districts to accommodate a growing
population, which will include the creation of parks and open spaces. The park system will expand to
meet the increased demand from these developments, as stated in the General Plan 2040:
1 Data taken from the City of Rohnert Park Community Services Parks and Facilities Webpage: https://www.rpcity.org/city_hall/departments/
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Dowdell/Labath Corridor:
»This area is expected to experience population
growth, necessitating the planning of
additional parks. This corridor currently
includes Five Creek Park.
Central Rohnert Park/Priority Development Area
Plan
»As part of revitalizing and creating a
Downtown Core, this plan includes the
potential for 8.5 additional acres of parkland.
Northeast Specific Plan Area (NESP)
»According to the General Plan 2040, the NESP
“proposes the development of a residential
community of over 1,000 dwelling units in
a variety of housing densities and types, in
addition to over 50 acres of parks, open
space, and bikeways.”
SOMO Village/ Willowglen Area
»This is a planned development for the
southwest section of Rohnert Park. A mixed-
use pedestrian-oriented community, this
area includes Maurice Fredericks Park and
will provide additional housing, as well as
commercial and retail support services.
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identified to date. A final challenge to address will be the incorporation of enhanced transit services in the
corridor area to help reduce vehicle use.
Figure 2-3 Dowdell Avenue Corridor
Source: Google, 2021
FFeeaattuurreess
Establish a signature corridor
in the Westside that reflects
the unifying feel of Rohnert
Park Expressway to the east.
Require enhanced
landscaping along the
corridor using native and
drought-tolerant plants.
Become the principal north-
south linkage for multi-
modal travel, with bicycle
and pedestrian facilities.
Evaluate adding a
roundabout at Business Park
Drive to create a signature
location in corridor.
Orient new structures to
Dowdell Avenue to provide
pedestrian-friendly
environment.
Reduce access points along
corridor by encouraging
reciprocal access driveways.
Develop plan to connect
Rohnert Park Expressway,
future Highway 101
overcrossing at State
Farm/Business Park, and
planned trail overpass on
Highway 101 at Copeland
Creek.
Dowdell/Labath Corridor
Executive Summary
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Figure 1-1 Planning Boundaries Planning area/ service area
The planning area for the PRMP aligns with the boundaries
of the City of Rohnert Park. While the PRMP focuses on
evaluating the existing park system and how it meets
community needs, it also acknowledges planned
developments that will impact the parks and recreation
facilities system. The adjacent Sphere of Influence Planning
Boundaries map identifies the service area and future
developments.
Although the planning area is defined by the City boundary,
the parks and recreation facilities serve a broader region,
extending beyond the City limits. This larger area is
designated as the Sphere of Influence (SOI) in the General
Plan 2040.
While the park system includes open space and trails, the
PRMP does not provide an open space or trail-specific plan,
nor does it assess the urban canopy. The City is currently
preparing an Urban Forest Management Plan (UFMP) which
will address urban canopy issues. The UFMP will become an
important resource for the PRMP once it is published, as it
overlaps with several PRMP recommendations.
Park inventory anD assessMent
In January and February of 2023, the consultant team,
together with City staff from the Community Services and
Public Works Departments, conducted an evaluation of
the existing parks and recreation facilities system. The
team toured 28 parks and 9 facilities as designated by the
City. This evaluation assessed their condition, use by the
community, code compliance, condition, and opportunities
for improvement. The following information was collected:
»Park Name
»Park Location
»Park Size
»Current Condition:
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• Poor: Significant issues with code
compliance, deferred maintenance,
outdated equipment, sport court updates, and
maintenance of fields.
• Fair: Some issues with code compliance and
deferred maintenance, with older equipment
that will soon need replacement.
• Good: Minimal issues with code compliance
and deferred maintenance. Amenities are
in working order, but not at the end of their
lifecycle.
• Excellent: Often assigned to newly built parks
with no code compliance issues or deferred
maintenance. The amenities are in good
condition.
»Inventory:
• Amenities
• Furnishings
• Facilities
• Pathway Paving
»Recreation Provided
»Constraints
»Estimated Maintenance
»Code Compliance
»Opportunities
»Additional Observations
The gathered information informs the recommendations
and prioritization process, highlighting areas in need of
immediate attention.
Overall, the evaluation found that most parks and facilities
were ranked between “Fair” and “Good,” with several newly
constructed parks rated as ‘Excellent’ and a few of the older
parks rated as ‘Poor’.
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The parks are categorized as follows:
Table 5. Park Categories
Name Category Size Assessment Condition
Alicia Park Neighborhood Park 5 Acres Poor
Benicia Park Neighborhood Park 6 Acres Fair
Carlita Circle Mini Park <1/4 Acre Good
Caterpillar Park Neighborhood Park 3 Acres Fair
Cielo Park Mini Park <1 Acre Fair
Civic Center Park Mini Park <1/4 Acre Poor
Colegio Vista Park Neighborhood Park 5 Acres Fair
Dorotea Park Neighborhood Park 6 Acres Good
Eagle Park Community Park 10 Acres Good
Field of Friends Special Purpose Park <1/4 Acre Fair
Five Creek Park Mini Park 2/3 Acre Excellent
Golis Park Community Park 13 Acres Good
Griffin’s Grove Park Neighborhood Park 6 Acres Excellent
Hinebaugh Creek Park Mini Park <1/4 Acre Good
Honeybee Park Community Park 10 Acres Fair
Jasmine Tot Lot Park Mini Park <1/4 Acre Good
Lacrosse Mini Park Mini Park <1 Acre Poor
Ladybug Park Neighborhood Park 5 Acres Fair
Lilac Tot Lot Park Mini Park <1/4 Acre Poor
Lydia Court Mini Park Mini Park <1 Acre Good
Magnolia Park Community Park 19 Acres Good
Maurice Fredericks Park Neighborhood Park 5 Acres Excellent
Meadow Pines Mini Park Mini Park < 1 Acre Good
Rainbow Park Neighborhood Park 2.68 Acres Good
Roberts Lake Special Purpose Park 8.5 Acres Poor
Rohnert Bark Dog Park Special Purpose Park <1 Acre Fair
Sunrise Park Community Park 9 Acres Good
Twin Creeks Park Neighborhood Park 6.83 Acres Good
Both Civic Center Park and Lydia Court Mini Park initially ranked as ‘Poor’ condition during the
parks and facilities evaluation. By the time of this report, Civic Center has been in design for a newly
installed playground and Lydia Court’s play structure was updated with the entry pathway repaved.
3.2 recreation facilities overview
In 2022, the City of Rohnert Park completed a comprehensive inventory and assessment of these
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facilities to evaluate their age, size, condition, functionality, and alignment with current and future
community needs. The Facility Condition Assessment (FCA) report includes capital needs to address
deferred maintenance and recommended annual contributions to proactively address replacement
needs prior to failure over a 20-year timeline. This FCA did not confirm compliance with the
Americans with Disabilities Act. Ultimately, the PRMP did not perform a new facilities assessment
report and relies on the FCA findings when discussing the challenges and opportunities these
structures present.
The delivery of parks and recreation services in the City of Rohnert Park is impacted by the facilities
that are available to support recreation programs, the programs that take place in the community
and how Community Services and Public Works is managed and operated.
Rohnert Park consists of 9 recreational facilities, each playing a vital role in supporting the City’s
recreation goals and providing space for active sports, community engagement, programming, and
special events. In addition to the city’s park system, these facilities serve as hubs for various social and
recreational programs, making them integral to the daily lives of residents.
Table 6. Recreation Facilities
Name Size Assessment Condition2
Benicia Park Recreation Center 3,024 sf Fair
Burton Ave Park Recreation Center 6,700 sf Poor
Callinan Sports & Fitness Center 4,600 sf Fair
Community Center 20,000 sf Poor
Gold Ridge Recreation Building 16,500 sf Poor
Ladybug Park Recreation Center 1,145 sf Poor
Scout Hut 1,328 sf Poor
Senior Citizen Center 8,000 sf Poor
Spreckels Performing Arts Center 42,000 sf Fair
recreation builDings
The city has six indoor recreation buildings that can be utilized for recreation activities and events.
Rohnert Park Community Center
This is an older center that has one large multiuse room that can be utilized for rentals and events,
two activity rooms, dance room, a garden room, and a pottery/craft studio.
»The center is located on the same campus as the Callinan Sports and Fitness Center and
the Spreckels Performing Arts Center.
»One of the activity rooms houses a preschool that is operated by an independent
contractor.
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»The building is reasonably well maintained and
well used.
»The center allows alcohol for rentals.
»There is very little recreation programming directly
provided by Community Services staff with most
being offered by contract providers.
»Rentals of the Multipurpose Room are a major
use of the space and a source of considerable
revenue.
»There is limited direct full-time staff assigned to
the building (Coordinator) but several full-time
administrative staff (Director, Recreation Manager,
Management Analyst and an Administrative
Assistant) are housed in the facility.
Callinan Sports and Fitness Center
This 46,000 SF center features a large gymnasium, sizeable
cardio room, free weight equipment area, and two
racquetball/handball courts. There are also locker rooms
and an office area.
»The center receives high use and is well
maintained.
»Currently the center has over 2,100 members.
This is a 28% increase over the low experienced
coming out of the pandemic in March 2022.
However, this is still down almost 10% from the start
of the pandemic and 16% down since the historic
high in July of 2019.
»There are three different membership packages
available to the public, two of which include
access to the pools and discounts on fitness and
sports classes.
»There are a range of fitness and sports programs
offered at the center.
»There is a seven-year fitness equipment
replacement schedule and $3 from each monthly
membership is utilized to fund the program.
Rohnert Park Community Center
Callinan Sports and Fitness Center
Spreckels Performing Arts Center
Rohnert Park Senior Center
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»The center does a great job of tracking membership on an annual basis based on specific
membership categories.
»The center has two full-time staff assigned directly to the facility.
»With a strong emphasis on fitness, the center would benefit from having a dedicated group
exercise room as part of the facility.
»The two racquetball/handball courts receive limited use.
»The Child Care Room is underutilized.
»The Activity Room is vacant and has the potential to be converted into a revenue-
generating space.
Spreckels Performing Arts Center
The 41,000 SF building has two theaters built exclusively for dance, music, and theatrical
performances. The Nellie W. Codding Theatre seats 550 and the Bette Condiotti Experimental Theatre
(black box) seats up to 125. There is also a box office, a full fly and set shop to support the facility. The
center is also the home of the Spreckels Theatre Company.
»This is a first-class facility that is one of the real gems of the Community Services
Department and the City of Rohnert Park.
»The center is in good condition and is well maintained. There is a lifecycle analysis on
theater equipment with a corresponding replacement schedule.
»The facility is a production-based theater with 4 shows annually in the Codding Theatre and
3 in the Condiotti Experimental Theatre. There are also presentations held in each theatre
through rentals to other performing arts groups.
»In addition to performances, the center also offers some contract classes for youth.
»The Center does an excellent job tracking ticket sales and revenue per event/program.
»The Center also rents space for benefits, festivals, meetings, lectures, receptions, parties,
dinners, and seminars.
»The long-term goal is to increase the number of youth programs and camps that are
offered and increase the utilization of the Condiotti Experimental Theatre.
»There are three full-time staff at the center plus a three-quarter-time marketing person.
»The center has an established marketing plan for the facility and its performances.
»There is an endowment fund in place that helps to fund the operation of the center.
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Rohnert Park Senior Center
The center is a converted office building that has a large activity room, dining room, craft shop, pool
room, classroom, kitchen, and computer lab.
»Since the building was not designed as a public facility it does not have the most efficient
layout or organization of spaces for a senior center.
»The center has a focus on the older age senior market and focuses on less active recreation
pursuits.
»The building is in fair condition and is reasonably well maintained.
»Mornings are the most popular time for use and programs and there are efforts to expand
more afternoon opportunities. Programs are not currently being offered during the evenings
or on weekends.
»The center has a limited level of in-house programming with much of it being offered by
contract with Santa Rosa Community College. These programs are free, but registration is
handled directly by the college.
»A daily lunch (5 days a week) is provided by Sonoma County Council on Aging. They serve
15-20 meals at the center a day but also have an extensive Meals on Wheels program as
well.
»Volunteers are critical to the operation of the center as there are only two full-time staff and
a part-time front desk person.
»The gift shop is operated as a non-profit with 10% of the proceeds going back to the center.
»There is not adequate space for the program and service demands that are in place.
Burton Avenue Recreation Center
This is a small, older building, which has one large space and a smaller room that is available for
recreation programs and rentals.
»During the summer, Community Services runs camps out of the center and offers a number
of contract programs during the school year that take place after school or in the evening.
»Due to the size and layout of the facility which is fully utilized, it is not feasible to expand
youth camp registration.
»The center is rented out for other community uses and programs.
»The facility is on the same campus as the Benicia Pool, and it shares its grounds and
parking with the neighboring school.
»The building is only in fair condition, and it does not have a strong appeal from the outside.
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Gold Ridge Recreation Center
This is part of an old school and is only an elementary school
sized gym that is in a larger park.
»The gym has a vinyl tile floor and there is a raised
stage along one side. The facility lacks any support
amenities (lobby, locker rooms, storage, etc.) and
does not have the benefit of being located with
other indoor amenities.
»Community Services does not provide programs
at this location and the gym is mostly rented
to community sports groups. The facility is
underutilized as a result.
»The building is in fair condition and is reasonably
maintained.
Ladybug Recreation Center
»In addition to the facilities noted above, the
Ladybug Recreation Center is a very small older
building that is no longer a public facility and is
rented to Alcoholics Anonymous.
aquatic facilities
The City once had five swimming pools but now has three.
Two of the pools are seasonal and one operates year-round.
»Honeybee Pool – This is a Z shaped pool with 6
lanes, a diving wing, and a shallow depth wing.
»Magnolia Pool – This is also a Z shaped pool with 6
lanes and deeper wing and a shallow depth end.
»Benicia Pool – This is the City’s smallest pool with
an irregular shape, several lap lanes, and a diving
board.
»In 2022 the city renovated the Magnolia Pool and
in 2023 the Honeybee Pool. In 2024 the City will
have all three pools operational again.
»Honeybee serves as the City’s only year-
round pool and Magnolia and Benicia operate
seasonally (June to Labor Day).
Burton Ave Recreation Center
Gold Ridge Recreation Center
Benicia Pool
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»The pools serve competitive swim teams, lap swimming, and recreational swim needs of the
community.
»Swim lessons are offered during the summer when the weather is good, and staff and
participants are available. Currently lessons are offered at two pools, one in the morning,
and one in the afternoon. Staffing and pool space limit the ability to increase the amount of
programming right now.
»None of the existing pools have a strong recreational orientation, with a lack of slides,
interactive features, or other amenities. This limits the appeal to recreational swimmers.
»The operation of the pools is the responsibility of one full-time Community Services
Supervisor. Public Works handles pool mechanical maintenance.
athletic fielDs
The city has twenty-seven athletic fields (this includes multi-use overlays) that are spread throughout
the community. The following chart notes the number of fields by type and location.
Table 7. Athletic Fields Inventory
Park Field Shape Notes
Alicia Park Baseball field Diamond
Benicia Park Baseball field Diamond
Caterpillar Park Open lawn w/ soccer
goal posts Rectangular Used as soccer field
Colegio Vista Park Baseball field Diamond/field
Colegio Vista Park Open lawn w/ soccer
goal posts Rectangular Baseball outfield could be used
as multipurpose
Dorotea Softball field Diamond
Eagle Park Softball field Diamond
Eagle Park Soccer field Rectangular
Overlaps with softball outfield.
Also used for some recreation
classes
Golis Park Baseball field Diamond
Golis Park Soccer field Rectangular Overlaps with softball outfield
Golis Park Softball field Diamond Overlaps with Soccer
Ladybug Park Soccer field Rectangular
City indicated that field has
holes, drainage issues, and poor
irrigation
Magnolia Park Softball field Diamond
2 fields, one overlaps with
soccer so cannot be used
simultaneously
Magnolia Park Soccer field Rectangular Overlaps with softball so cannot
be used simultaneously
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Table 7. Athletic Fields Inventory
Park Field Shape Notes
Magnolia Park Practice field Rectangular
Maurice Fredericks Park Soccer field/open lawn Rectangular/curved
Sunrise Park All-weather artificial
turf field Rectangular Soccer and Lacrosse
Sunrise Park Softball field Diamond
Twin Creeks Park Soccer field Rectangular Overlaps with baseball field
Twin Creeks Park Baseball field Diamond Sized for youth groups only, no
adult leagues
»Youth sports are by far the largest user of city fields. Overall, there is a total of 21,318 hours
of use annually with an average of about 15 hours per week, per field.
»Many of the athletic fields are multi-use. When this is considered the number of different
fields is only 15 with an average usage of 27 hours per week.
»There is one synthetic turf rectangular athletic field at Sunrise Park.
»Most fields are in use year-round with no scheduled maintenance period (extended period
of no usage for turf repairs and regeneration).
»Athletic field use and hours are tracked by each field as well as rental revenue received per
field.
»There is an athletic field use policy and priorities of use by different tiers of eligibility.
»The demand for athletic fields (especially rectangular fields) is higher than can be
accommodated with existing fields.
recreation facilities suMMary
»The city has several great indoor facilities, these include:
• Rohnert Park Community Center
• Callinan Sports and Fitness Center
• Spreckels Performing Arts Center
»These three facilities are located on a single campus that maximizes the cross use of these
amenities and provides a focal point for indoor recreation and the arts.
»The Rohnert Park Senior Center is a serviceable facility at the present time but in the long-
term needs improvement or replacement.
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»The two small centers (Burton and Gold Ridge) are older and in need of upgrades and/or
renovation. Neither of these facilities support a high level of programming.
»There are three outdoor pools in the community, two of which are seasonal and one year-
round. All the pools are conventional in nature.
»The facilities are operated at a high level and there are strong management practices in
place.
»The facilities are generally well maintained and there have been on-going improvements to
the larger facilities and the pools.
»Safety and security are a concern at the indoor facilities and pools and additional safety
protocols and equipment are required.
»There are 27 multiuse athletic fields in the city but only 15 individual field sites. There is a
need for additional fields (especially rectangular athletic fields) to support the growing
demand. The lack of athletic field availability impacts the level of year-round field-based
sports that can be accommodated in the City.
»The athletic fields need an increased focus on maintenance and turf management. Most of
this is a result of overuse.
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»Facility and athletic field rentals are an important service offered by all facilities.
»Twenty percent of all facility rental revenue goes into a separate account to be used for
facility maintenance and upkeep.
»Public input indicated a high level of satisfaction with existing facilities, but they also are
requesting cleaner facilities as well as continued facility improvements.
3.3 recreation PrograMs overview
The Community Services Department has limited available in-house programming. Most
programming is the responsibility of contract providers or other organizations in the community. In-
house and contract programs include:
Table 8. In-house and Contracted Programming
Area Focus Programs
Sports Youth Sports
Basic Gymnastics, Jr. Racquetball, All Sorts of Sports Junior
Academy, Hit & Run T-Ball, All Sorts of Sports Academy,
Basketball Camps, Tennis, Portuguese Futbol Academy, Tee Ball
Club, Soccer Club, All Sports Break Camp, Dodgeball, Jr. Giants
Baseball/Softball, Volleyball Camp, Flag Football Camp, Cheer/
Dance Camp, Soccer Stars
Sports Adult Sports
Pickleball Clinic, Pickleball Fundamentals, Coed Softball,
Women’s and Men’s Softball, Men’s Basketball, Women’s
Basketball, Tennis Clinics, Tennis Lessons
Fitness Youth N/A
Fitness Adult Yoga, Warrior Rhythm, War on Sags and Bulges, Dancercise,
Zumba, Ray’s Annihilation
Cultural Arts Youth
Beginning Ballet, Beginning Ballet and Tap, Watercolor Painting,
Cultural Arts Camps, Jr. Jewelers Workshop, Wire Wrapping, Wire
Wrapping & Chain Making
Cultural Arts Adult
Pottery, Watercolor, Fused & Kiln Formed Glass, Improv Tribal
Style Belly Dancing, Theater Productions, Acting Instruction,
Dancing Instruction, Vocal Training, Jewelry
Aquatics Youth Swim Lessons, Lifeguard Training, Private Swim Lessons
Aquatics Adult Endurance & Technique, Swim Lessons
Youth Community Center Tot Time, Summer Camps, Preschool Camp
Education Youth N/A
Education Adult Spanish
General Interest Youth N/A
General Interest Adult Voice-Overs
Special Needs Youth N/A
Special Needs Adult N/A
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Table 8. In-house and Contracted Programming
Area Focus Programs
Special Events
Halloween Carnival, The Haunt: Brew and Scare Fest, Pumpkin
Splash, Veterans Day Celebration, Holiday Arts & Crafts Faire,
Letters to Santa, Rec the Halls, Senior Prom, I Heart Rohnert
Park, Summer Kick-Off Brunch & BBQ, Memorial Day, RP Jubilee,
Party on the Plaza & Farmers Market
Outdoor Recreation N/A
Seniors Special Events, Excursions, Fitness, Self-Improvement, Social
Services (see below)
Teens Leader-in-Training, Teen Excursion Camp
Self-Directed Youth Drop-in Swimming
Self-Directed Adult
Lap/Drop-in Swimming, Fitness, Open Basketball, Open Pottery
Studio, Senior Drop-in, Open Volleyball, Challenge Courts-
Handball/Racquetball
Social Services Senior Congregate Dining/Meal Packs, Senior Transportation,
Senior Health Seminar, Understanding Medicare
The following highlights summarize important program use statistics.
»Swim Lessons - Over 1,600 registered last year with an 86% fill rate in 2022. Staffing and
pool space limit the ability to increase the amount of programming currently.
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»Summer Camps - Last year there were almost 1,000 registered participants with a 59% fill
rate. This includes the in-house Camp Burton, Teen Camp, and Preschool camp programs
with 609 registered at a fill rate of 86%.
»Fitness Classes - In 2022 there were more than 775 participants in fitness classes. There are
8 different fitness classes offered at a variety of different times Monday through Saturday, in
the evenings, on weekdays, and Saturday mornings.
»Tot-Time Program - This contracted preschool program runs 9 months out of the year with
an average of 10 or fewer kids enrolled year-round. The School District recently added TK
for 4-year olds which alleviates pressure placed on Tot-Time.
Beyond city programs, other regional public agencies, non-profit organizations, and commercial
groups with a relationship with Community Services provide recreation programs in the community.
general PrograM categories
The following is a list of general program categories where programs are often offered by full-service
parks and recreation agencies. It is unusual for an agency to directly offer programs in all these
areas, but there are usually either agreements with other providers for some of these activities or a
referral to them.
Table 9. General Program Categories
Area General Description
Sports Youth and adult team and individual sports. Also includes adventure/non-
traditional sports.
Fitness/Wellness Group fitness classes, personal training, education, and nutrition.
Cultural Arts Performing arts classes, visual arts classes, music/video production and arts
events.
Aquatics Learn to swim classes, aqua exercise classes, competitive swimming/diving.
Youth Before and after school programs, summer/school break camps, and
preschool.
Education Language programs, tutoring, science (STEM) classes, computer, and financial
planning.
General Interest Personal development classes.
Special Needs Programs for the physically and mentally impaired. Also, inclusion programs.
Special Events City-wide special events that are conducted throughout the year.
Outdoor Recreation Environmental education, hiking, camping, kayaking, and other activities.
Seniors Programs and services that are dedicated to serving the needs of seniors.
Teens Programs and services that are focused on serving the needs of teens.
Self-Directed This includes the opportunities for individuals to recreate on their own.
Social Services This can include nutrition and feeding programs, job training, life skills training,
and other activities such as health screenings.
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PrograM oPPortunities
When the recreation services that the city/contract providers and the other organizations are offering
are analyzed, only a few of the general program areas do not have at least some basic level of
programming being offered.
Table 10. Program Areas Offered
Program Areas City/Contract Providers Other Organizations
Sports YES YES
Fitness/Wellness YES YES
Cultural Arts YES YES
Aquatics YES
Youth YES YES
Education YES YES
General YES YES
Special Needs YES
Special Events YES YES
Outdoor Recreation YES
Seniors YES YES
Teens YES YES
Self-Directed YES YES
Social Services YES YES
For the program areas that the city or organizations are not providing, the community must be reliant
on other agencies or private providers in the area for these services. However, many of these program
opportunities require the recipient to leave Rohnert Park (other cities, etc.).
Recreation Programming Summary:
»Community Services has identified core recreation functions for recreation to include:
• Programs/services for all ages
• Summer camps
• Performing arts
• Community events
• Parks
»Community Services has identified discretionary recreation functions as:
• Youth and adult sports (softball, baseball, football, cheer, soccer, lacrosse, basketball,
volleyball, swimming).
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View of food truck event
View of soccer camp
• Specialty recreation classes (fitness, music,
dance, sports, martial arts, cooking, crafting).
• Senior Center excursions and special events.
»Program strengths and areas of focus for in-
house recreation programs and services are in the
following areas:
• Cultural arts, especially the performing arts
• Youth programs, primarily summer camps
• Special events
• Aquatics
• Self-directed
»Program areas where there are limited in-house
recreation programs and services include:
• Education
• General interest
• Special needs
• Outdoor recreation
• Teens
»Due to the presence of the Spreckels Performing
Arts Center, the Community Services Department
has an outstanding performing arts program
that is a key foundational aspect of the overall
recreation program offerings of the city.
»Senior programming has a focus on the older and
more sedentary senior with less of an emphasis on
the younger more active senior.
»There are limited recreation programs being
offered directly by Community Services.
Approximately 80% of recreation programs
are contracted. These are primarily individual
contracts. Gross revenue is split anywhere from
65%/35% to 70%/30% and even 80%/20%.
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»Most of the youth sports camps are offered by the National Academy of Athletics.
»Parent-run youth sports organizations provide most of the team-based youth sports
programs in the city.
»A significant number of senior programs are offered by contract with Santa Rosa Junior
College.
»Program offerings that are negatively impacted by a lack of space include:
• Swim lessons
• Summer camps
• Youth sports
»Even when the programs being offered by other organizations in the community are
included, there are still program areas that appear not to be well covered. These include:
• Special Needs
• Teens
»Most Community Services and contract programs emanate out of the city’s four primary
indoor centers (Community Center, Callinan Sports and Fitness Center, Spreckels
Performing Arts Center, and the Senior Center) and three aquatic facilities (Magnolia,
Honeybee and Benicia).
»There is not a formal program plan in place to guide the delivery of services by the City
and other organizations and ensure that the needs of the community are being met in all
program areas.
»The Community Services Department has an established fee schedule for recreation
programs and services and utilizes the City Council adopted Cost Recovery Policy to guide
fee setting for internal programs and facility use.
»There are existing program metrics that detail the number of people being served by in-
house programs or ones offered by contract providers. Community Services utilizes a
recreation software system to track basic performance characteristics including activity,
location, program dates, instructor, minimum/maximum registration, method of registration,
number enrolled, waitlists and revenue collected.
»The Spreckels Performing Arts Center does a good job of tracking event/program
attendance and revenue per event/program.
»A printed recreation brochure is distributed 3 times a year winter/spring, summer, and fall.
The brochure is mailed to each household in the city and is posted on the city web site.
»Some recreation programs do not have the benefit of having an established marketing
plan beyond the seasonal program brochure or web site. Community events have an
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established marketing plan. Spreckels Performing Arts Center does have a plan in place to
promote their programs and events.
»There is an athletic field use policy to guide field allocation priorities.
»Recreation staff has identified the following recreation programs as being in high demand.
• Swim Lessons
• Summer Camps
• Youth Sports - run by others but use city fields
• Fitness
3.4 ManageMent anD oPerations overview
With limited staff and planning time, the city still has a reasonably strong approach to managing
operations and maintenance of parks and facilities as well as providing recreation programs and
operating facilities.
organizational structure anD staffing
Staffing for parks and recreation services is separated into two departments, Community Services
and Public Works. Community Services is responsible for the delivery of recreation programs and
services as well as the operation of community centers, senior center, pools, and the performing arts
center.
Community Services focuses on four major areas and nine full-time staff:
»Administration – This area relies upon three full-time staff (Director, Recreation Manager,
and Management Analyst) and is responsible for the overall operation and management
of recreation facilities and programs. The Director also oversees the Performing Arts Center
and the City’s Animal Shelter.
»Aquatics and Sports Center - The area relies upon two full-time staff (Supervisor and
Member Services Specialist) and two part-time positions. It is responsible for the operation
of the Callinan Sports and Fitness Center, Gold Ridge and Burton as well as adult and youth
sports programs and the aquatics program, including the three pools.
»Community Center – This area overseen by the Recreation Manager and an administrative
assistant handles the operations and management of the Community Center. A
Coordinator oversees all in-house programs and the facility rental program including their
respective part-time staff.
»Senior Center – This area is overseen by the Supervisor and a Coordinator. The Senior
Center handles operation and recreation programming of the Senior Center as well as
many of the City’s special events.
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Staffing levels in Community Services (primarily in Recreation) are at a minimum level and if facility
operations and recreation programming are to expand, additional staffing will be required.
The Spreckels Performing Arts Center staff has three full-time positions, Manager (who reports to
the Community Services Director), Box Office Coordinator, and Tech Director. There is also a three-
quarter-time Marketing Specialist.
Public Works is responsible for the maintenance of the City’s parks as well as the maintenance of
the community centers, performing arts center, and pools. Staffing consists of 11 full-time staff,
that includes 9 Parks Maintenance Workers, an Arborist and the Public Works Operations Manager.
Together the staff maintain 180 acres – a high ratio of acres to staff. Given the extensive list of specific
maintenance tasks that need to be completed without a comprehensive maintenance plan, staffing is
only at an adequate level.
Facilities Maintenance has six full-time staff and one Facilities Maintenance Supervisor. The staff
are responsible for handling maintenance tasks, cleaning recreation buildings, and maintaining the
Aquatic Center. There is no assignment of staff based on specific facilities or square footage per
employee. For the facilities that must be maintained the current staffing is at a minimal level.
buDgets anD funDing
The City has a number of budget accounts that cover recreation programming, recreation facilities
operations, and parks and facilities maintenance.
Community Services has a significant number of budget accounts that allow for a basic level of cost
center accounting to be in place to track expenditures. These accounts come from fees collected at
Gold Ridge, Senior Center, Aquatics, Sports Center, Community Centers, Performing Arts, Program
and Events, and Parks and Rentals. There are also some unique special accounts in Community
Services that generate small revenue amounts that help lower other budget account expenditures.
These include the following:
»Community Services Facility Fee – 20% of all rental fees go to renovation of the facilities.
»PAC Facility Fund – $2 per ticket sold is allocated for capital replacement.
»Spreckels Endowment Fund – This fund helps to pay a portion of the operation of the
Spreckels Performing Arts Center operations on an annual basis.
»Senior Center Fund – Proceeds from bingo are deposited in this account for special
programs and facility needs.
»Sports Center Facility Fund – $3.00 of each center membership/admission goes to a fund
fitness equipment in the center.
Together though, the current level of funding for Community Services is only at an adequate level.
Public Works has a specific budget for Park Maintenance and an account for Facilities Maintenance.
While facility expenses are tracked separately, it is not possible to account for the individual park
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maintenance costs, nor are there separate budgets for specific parks or facilities maintenance
This is now considered as a best practice for parks and recreation agencies. Parks and Facilities
Maintenance has a 5-year CIP plan that is updated yearly, and the Public Works Department receives
considerable capital funding. However, for facilities, in the future this needs to be directly tied to
the facilities assessment study that has been completed. The current level of funding for parks and
facilities maintenance is only at an adequate level to do minimal work and is insufficient to address
deferred maintenance.
The general fund provides most of the funding Community Services and Public Works management
and operations. Additional funds come from Measure M. Measure M is a 1/8 of a cent sales tax
assessed in Sonoma County and a percentage is distributed back to the city for parks and recreation
operations.
ManageMent anD oPerations suMMary:
»The Recreation Division has a minimal level of full-time staffing in place and there is only a
basic level of staffing for the Performing Arts Center.
»The level of staffing for Parks Maintenance is at a minimal level only and does not meet
the industry standard of one staff person per 15 acres, and Facilities Maintenance is
understaffed for the facilities it maintains.
»The general level of maintenance for parks is strong but needs to be increased in some
areas such as athletic field maintenance.
»Parks maintain 180 acres of park land and there are three maintenance zones within the
city, north, south, and west, with staff being assigned to each zone.
»There needs to be a capacity/use analysis completed to determine the acceptable level of
use for athletic fields to minimize turf damage.
»The general level of maintenance of recreation facilities, including pools, is strong.
»Facilities maintenance has a strong preventative maintenance program in place.
»There is a strong need for a comprehensive overall maintenance plan.
»Current operations and maintenance funding is only at an adequate level.
»Operational budgets need to better reflect the true costs of providing services and
maintaining facilities. At present, facility expenses, including maintenance, likely exceed the
revenues generated. There needs to be a greater focus on cost center budgeting practices.
»There are strong operational policies and procedures to ensure a uniform and consistent
approach to providing programs and facilities.
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»Key performance indicators need to be established for all aspects of the department’s
operation.
»There is no coordinated marketing of recreation (beyond the Performing Arts Center)
opportunities to the community.
3.5 DeMograPhic Profile
When analyzing the needs of the community, it is important to understand who the parks and
recreation system serve. To that end, Ballard*King conducted a demographics analysis of Rohnert
Figure 3: Rohnert Park Key Facts
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Park. The following data3 not only provides an overview of the current community that utilizes the parks
and recreation facilities but also helps predict future needs based on factors like age and family size.
PoPulation
As of 2023, the Population of Rohnert Park was reported at 45,537, reflecting a growth from 44,390 in
2020. The City’s population is projected to reach 46,000 in 2028 with continued growth anticipated.
The 2040 General Plan Buildout (GPB) predicts that Rohnert Park’s population will reach nearly 60,000
residents by 2040. This growth will impact the GPB, calling for additional housing and services. The
PRMP must also consider this expansion, as it will impact the parks and recreation facilities required to
support an increased population.
Table 11. 2023 City of Rohnert Park Age Comparisons
Ages 2020 Census 2023 Projection 2028 Projection Percent Change Percent Change
Nat’l
-5 2,481 2,261 2,346 -5.4%-9.1%
5-17 6,769 6,022 6,000 -11.4%-8.2%
18-24 7,511 4,836 4,714 -37.2%-7.7%
25-44 11,919 14,784 14,733 23.6%+3.6%
45-54 6,592 4,911 4,970 -24.6%-16.5%
55-64 5,025 5,618 5,026 0.0%+1.7%
65-74 2,180 4,410 4,639 112.8%+61.3%
75+1,926 2,695 3,572 85.5%+51.1%
age
Rohnert Park has a median Age of 36.1 years, which is lower than the state of California and national
medians. A younger median age suggests a community with a high presence of families with children.
This is a key consideration as the needs of families will be a critical factor in planning the City’s parks
and facilities over the next 20 years.
3 Data gathered by Ballard*King is sourced from the Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI). ESRI utilizes 2020 Census data and their
demographers for 2023-2028 projections. ESRI also provides data on housing, recreation, entertainment spending, and adult participation in
activities.
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Table 12. Median Age
2020 Census 2023 Projection 2028 Projection
City of Rohnert Park 33.2 36.1 38.0
State of California 35.2 37.0 37.9
Nationally 37.1 39.1 39.8
ethnicity anD race
The ethnic and racial makeup of a city offers insight into the community’s diversity. Rohnert Park is a
predominantly non-Hispanic city, with a large White population (57.6%) and a notable percentage of
people identifying with multiple races (15.2%). The city’s ethnic and racial makeup is somewhat less
diverse than the broader state population, especially in terms of Hispanic and Asian residents. The
community is relatively younger compared to the state’s median age, particularly among Hispanic
and mixed-race populations, which will be important in shaping the types of parks and recreation
facilities needed for families and younger residents in the coming years.
Table 13. City of Rohnert Park Ethnic Population and Median Age 2023
Ethnicity Total Population Median Age % of Population % of CA Population
Hispanic/Latino 13,937 30.2 30.6%40.6%
Non-Hispanic 31,600 69.4%59.4%
Figure 4: Rohnert Park median age
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Table 14. City of Rohnert Park by Race and Median Age 2023
Race Total Population Median Age % of Population % of CA Population
White 26,237 43.0 57.6%39.6%
Black 1,010 41.0 2.2%5.7%
American Indian 724 38.8 1.6%1.6%
Asian 3,204 39.1 7.0%16.0%
Pacific Islander 180 38.2 0.4%0.4%
Other 7,271 30.7 16.0%21.8%
Multiple 6,911 26.1 15.2%14.9%
householD incoMe
Rohnert Park’s median household income is $88,429, which is greater than both the state of California
and national averages. This figure is estimated to grow to $101,089 by 2028.
Table 15. Median Household Income
2023 Projection 2028 Projection
City of Rohnert Park $88,429 $101,089
State of California $65,081 $76,713
Nationally $72,603 $82,410
This information is used to calculate the Spending Potential Index (SPI) of Rohnert Park which
measures the likelihood of households spending on recreation activities.4 The SPI considers spending
4 Consumer Spending data are derived from the 2019 and 2021 Consumer Expenditure Surveys, Bureau of Labor Statistics. ESRI forecasts for 2023
and 2028.
Figure 5: Rohnert Park median household income
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across five categories:
»Participant Sports
»Recreational Lessons
»Social, Recreational, Club Membership
»Exercise Equipment/Game Tables
»Other Sports Equipment
Table 16. Recreation Expenditures Spending Potential Index
City of Rohnert Park SPI Average Spent
Fees for Participant Sports 114 $135.80
Fees for Recreational Lessons 111 $160.37
Social, Recreation, Club
Membership
111 $308.72
Exercise Equipment/Game Tables 121 $117.99
Other Sports Equipment 104 $11.63
State of California SPI Average Spent
Fees for Participant Sports 123 $146.85
Fees for Recreational Lessons 136 $197.29
Social, Recreation, Club
Membership
122 $337.92
Exercise Equipment/Game Tables 126 $122.60
Other Sports Equipment 112 $12.52
Average Amount Spent: The average amount spent on the service or item in a year.
SPI: Spending potential index as compared to the national number of 100.
Rohnert Park’s SPI is lower than the California average but higher than the National average, with the
highest SPI in the categories of Exercise Equipment and Participant Sports. Ballard*King’s analysis
indicates a strong correlation between median household income, household budget expenditures,
and recreation and spending potential.
Overall, the analysis shows a family-oriented city with a growing median income and an SPI higher
than the national average. This context supports the expressed needs and desires of the community
discussed in Chapter 4, Needs Assessment.
taPestry segMentation
Tapestry segmentation represents the 4th generation of market segmentation systems that began 30
years ago. The 67-segment Tapestry Segmentation system classifies U.S. neighborhoods based on
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their socioeconomic and demographic compositions. While the demographic landscape of the U.S.
has changed significantly since the 2000 Census, the tapestry segmentation has remained stable as
neighborhoods have evolved.
There is value including this information for the City of Rohnert Park. The data assists the organization
in understanding the consumers/constituents in their service area and supplies them with the right
products and services.
The Tapestry segmentation system classifies U.S. neighborhoods into 65 market segments.
Neighborhoods are sorted by over 60 attributes including income, employment, home value, housing
types, education, household composition, age and other key determinates of consumer behavior.
The following pages and tables outline the top 5 tapestry segments in the primary service area
and provide a brief description of each. This information combined with the key indicators and
demographic analysis of each service area help further describe the markets that the City of Rohnert
Park looks to serve with programs, services, and special events.
Table 17. Rohnert Park Tapestry Segment Comparison
City of Rohnert Park Demographics
Percent Cumulative Percent Median Age Median HH Income
Bright Young
Professionals (8C)
26.4%26.4%33.0 $54,000
Home Improvement
(4B)
12.6%39.0%37.7 $72,100
Down the Road
(10D)
8.6%47.6%35.0 $38,700
Old and Newcomers
(8F)
8.0%55.6%39.4 $44,900
Pleasantville (2B)6.3%61.9%42.6 $92,900
»Bright Young Professionals (8C) – This is a large market with young well-educated
professionals. Physically active and up to date with technology where they get all their
information.
»Home Improvement (4B) – Families that spend the majority of the time on the go. They eat
out regularly and weekends are consumed with remodeling projects and chasing children.
»Down the Road (10D) – Young diverse communities with highest proportion of American
Indians. Family-oriented consumers with traditional values. Prefer convenience.
»Old and Newcomers (8F) – Singles living on a budget. Just beginning careers or taking
college/adult education classes. Strong supporters of environmental organizations.
»Pleasantville (2B) – Transitioning into empty nests, residents spend their spare time with
sports and home improvement. Willing to spend money on quality and brands. This
demographic enjoys the outdoors and frequents museums.
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4.0 NEEDS ASSESSMENT
4.1 overview
The Needs Assessment and Gap Analysis for the Parks and Recreation Master Plan compares the
City of Rohnert Park’s existing recreation offerings with the identified needs of the community. This
comparison highlights opportunities for park and facility improvements and identifies maintenance
initiatives that will address the community’s needs.
This assessment is informed by data gathered during the Inventory and Analysis, as well as
the Community Outreach of the PRMP process. Additionally, the analysis considers the City’s
demographic profile and current recreational trends.
4.2 suPPly
The City provides a robust parks and recreation facilities system that includes 28 parks, 9 facilities, a
network of walking and hiking trails, and open space. This report focuses on the parks and facilities
within the system. Currently, the parks and facilities provide adequate access to recreational space
for each neighborhood.
The Inventory and Analysis assessed the conditions of the parks and their amenities. Overall, the
evaluation reveals a good variety of parks and amenities, with a relatively equitable distribution of
parks across neighborhoods.
Key findings include:
»Restroom maintenance: More frequent restroom maintenance is needed.
»Field maintenance: Rohnert Park has 27 multi-use athletic fields across 15 parks. Additional
fields, especially rectangular athletic fields, are needed to meet the growing demand. The
lack of availability limits year-round field-based sports.
»Code compliance: Various amenities require updates to be ADA-compliant.
»Mini parks and tot lots: Future evaluation is needed to determine how to most effectively use
these spaces.
existing recreation facilities
The assessment of recreation facilities highlighted the following:
»Rohnert Park Senior Center: This is a serviceable facility currently, but long-term
improvement or replacement will be needed.
»Burton and Gold Ridge Centers: These smaller and older buildings require upgrades or
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Figure 7: Rohnert Park 1/2-mile radius from parks and facilities
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renovations. Neither facility supports a high level of
programming.
»Outdoor pools: There are three outdoor pools, two
of which are seasonal and one year-round. All are
conventional pools.
»Facility operations: The facilities are operated at
a high level and there are strong management
practices in place. The facilities are generally
well maintained and there have been on-going
improvements to the larger facilities and the pools.
»Safety concerns: There are safety and security
concerns at indoor facilities and pools, and
additional safety protocols and equipment are
required.
»Athletic fields: An increase in maintenance and turf
management are increasingly important due to
overuse.
recreation PrograM assessMent
Community Services has identified the following core
recreation functions:
»Programs and services for all ages
»Summer camps
»Performing arts
»In-house live theater
»Education
»Rentals
»Community events
»Parks
»Volunteer programs
»Courts and picnic rentals
Community Services has identified discretionary recreation
functions as:
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»Youth and adult sports (softball, baseball, football, cheer, soccer, lacrosse, basketball,
volleyball, swimming)
»Specialty recreation classes (fitness, music, dance, sports, martial arts, cooking, crafting)
»Senior Center excursions and special events
The City’s strengths include cultural and performing arts programming, youth programs, special
events, aquatic programs, and self-directed programming. The presence of the Spreckels Performing
Arts Center allows the Community Services Department to offer an outstanding performing arts
program, which is a foundational aspect of the overall recreation program.
However, the City’s in-house programs and services in education, general interest, special needs,
outdoor recreation, and teen services are limited. Some programs in these areas are offered by
contract providers, but gaps still exist, particularly for special needs and teen programs.
Senior programming focuses on older, more sedentary seniors, with less emphasis on younger, more
active seniors. A significant number of senior programs are contracted through Santa Rosa Junior
College.
Most youth sports camps are offered by the National Academy of Athletics, while parent-run
organizations manage most team-based youth sports programs.
A lack of available space limits the capacity for high-demand programs, including swim lessons,
summer camps, and youth sports. Fitness and tot-time programs also face space constraints.
Currently, there is no formal program plan to guide the delivery of services by the City and other
organizations, which would ensure that the community needs are met across all program areas.
4.3 DeManD
DeMograPhic Profile
In the previous section, the demographic profile of Rohnert Park described a population of 45,537
in 2023 that is experiencing steady growth and projected to reach 60,000 by 2040. This growth will
impact the demand for parks and recreation facilities, necessitating the expansion of services to
accommodate the increasing number of residents. The city’s median age of 36.1 years indicates a
young, family-oriented population. A large proportion of these families have children, making the
needs of youth and families critical in shaping decisions about future park and recreation facility
improvements. Furthermore, as Rohnert Park grows in population, it is essential to plan for diverse
community needs across different age groups, particularly considering the growth in older residents
(ages 65+), which will influence the types of recreational activities required.
Rohnert Park is predominantly White (57.6%), with Hispanic (30.2%) and mixed-race populations
(15.2%). The city’s ethnic makeup, along with its younger median age, emphasizes the need for
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inclusive park spaces that serve both active youth and multi-
generational households. These trends must be reflected
in park designs, ensuring accessibility and relevance to
all cultural and age groups, especially with the projected
increase in population diversity by 2040.
Finally, Rohnert Park’s median household income of $88,429
is higher than both state and national averages, with an
expected increase by 2028. The City’s Spending Potential
Index (SPI), which measures the likelihood of households
spending on recreational activities, indicates a strong
inclination toward participation in sports, recreational
lessons, and social memberships. Many individuals will
likely seek high-quality, well-maintained park facilities and
recreation programs. The PRMP should account for these
spending habits, appealing to both family-focused and
professional populations, while also balancing active and
passive recreation needs across various socioeconomic
groups.
coMMunity engageMent
In collaboration with the City, an engagement process was
developed to gather feedback on the recreational needs of
residents and users of the Rohnert Park parks and recreation
facilities system. This process included a Statistically Valid
Survey (SVS), a Community Needs Survey (CNS), an in-
person community workshop, and a series of stakeholder
interviews.
Key Findings:
»Residents and users are generally satisfied with
Rohnert Park’s parks and recreation facilities. They
are satisfied with both the available facilities as
well as the activities and programs offered.
»Respondents largely ranked the quality of the
facilities as Excellent/Good.
»Residents expressed a preference to renovate
existing amenities, parks, and facilities, rather than
adding new ones.
»The highest ranked sports and athletic activities
are walking/hiking/jogging and swimming.
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»The most popular leisure and cultural activities are visiting local parks to enjoy nature,
reading, and attending live performances.
»The community prefers self-directed activities, community events, and nature-based
programming.
»The community engagement process identified the following recreation program/activities
priorities:
• More programs for children aged 3-7
• More teen-oriented programs
»Adults prefer the following sports and athletic activities:
• Walking, hiking, jogging
• Fitness
• Swimming
• Cycling
• Soccer
»The community ranked highly the following leisure and cultural activities for adults:
• Visiting a local park and enjoying nature
• Reading
• Attending cultural activities
• Self-help and wellness
»The most important sports activities include:
• Walking, hiking, jogging
• Fitness-yoga, weightlifting, cardio, dance
• Cycling
• Golf
»Leisure activities of high value to the community include:
• Online gaming
• Going to a local park/enjoying nature
• Cooking/baking
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• Reading
• Gardening
These community preferences align with current national trends in recreation which highlight the
growing importance of nature-based activities, fitness, and self-directed leisure.
recreational trenDs
Understanding current trends in recreation, finances, and demographics is essential for shaping the
future of Rohnert Park’s parks and recreation facilities system. The PRMP not only factors in general
trends within the parks and recreation field but also aligns with key themes of the City’s General Plan
2040, including Racial and Environmental Justice and Sustainability. These themes are reflected in
national recreation trends and should be factored into the City’s decision-making process about park
and facility improvements.
Below are relevant trends observed between 2023 and 2024 that inform the PRMP:
Outdoor Participation1
Since 2016, the Outdoor Foundation has reported an increase in participants in outdoor activities.
The foundation writes in their Outdoor Participation Report that this number grew exponentially during
the COVID-19 pandemic, and in 2023 the research still finds growing interest in outdoor events.
While the total number of Americans participating in outdoor recreation increased, the frequency
of outings per participant decreased. Casual outdoor participants participate in outdoor activities
4 to 24 times a year, and are likely to be either 24 or younger, or 55 and older. These participants
are motivated by reasons such as spending time with friends, building community, boosting mental
health, connecting with nature, and having shared experiences.
The five most popular outdoor recreation activities in 2023 by participation rate were:
»Bicycling 17.2%
»Camping 17.7%
»Running, Jogging, Trail Running 17.9%
»Fishing 18.2%
»Hiking (Day) 20%
Overall, the report states that gauging need and increasing outdoor access is vital. This includes
the creation of programs that are inclusive of and engaging to underrepresented groups, as well
as advocating for resources to increase diversity in the outdoors. This includes accounting for both
frequent and casual participants of services and programs.
1 Outdoor Foundation, & Outdoor Industry Association. (n.d.). 2024 Outdoor Participation Trends Report Executive Summary . Boulder; Colorado.
https://outdoorindustry.org/article/2024-outdoor-participation-trends-report/
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Art & Cultural Event Trends
The National Arts Statistics and Evidence-Based Reporting
Center (NASERC) crafted a 2022 report2 that analyzed
attendance trends for Arts & Cultural Events in the United
States. The report finds that 52% of adults reported creating
or performing any art in 2022, as well as 38% of adults
reported attending a live arts performance. Of the report
indicators, data on who is attending in-person art events,
and how much time Americans spend on arts activities has
relevance to the PRMP.
Rohnert Park is home to a unique performing arts scene, with
the Spreckels Theater Company operating through one of
the City-owned facilities. Community feedback indicates an
interest from residents in cultural activities, including music
and live performance.
The NASERC report gathers information on the attendance
of adults aged 18 and older at live performing arts events,
art museums, places with historical or design value,
attending craft fairs, and going to the movies. This report
shows a decrease in in-person attendance at art events
or venues between 2017 and 2022. This may be attributed
to the COVID-19 pandemic and the subsequent shift in
interests of American adults. Of all selected art and cultural
activities, most adults reported going to the movies (43.0% in
2022) or attending any live performance (37.6% in 2022).
Also, of relevance to the PRMP is the report’s findings on
how much time Americans spend on arts activities. Pulling
from the American Time Use Survey, the report shows a
slight increase in writing for personal interest and doing arts
and crafts as a hobby between 2009-11 and 2022-23. This
portion of the study shows a decrease in attending in-person
events such as performing arts, movies, or dancing, and an
increase in individual activities such as reading, listening to,
or playing music, or arts and crafts as a hobby. This may also
be attributed in part to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Of the individuals who reported spending at least some time
pursuing an arts activity (ages 15 and older), respondents
reported spending the most time attending museums,
followed by performing arts, and movies or films.
2 Measuring the Arts: Arts participants. National Endowment for the Arts. (n.d.). https://
www.arts.gov/impact/research/NASERC/arts-participants Five most popular outdoor activites
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State of the Managed Recreation Industry
A study conducted by Recreation Management, a national organization focused on recreation
and sports and fitness facilities, shows an optimistic outlook for the industry. With gathered input
from public and private recreation service providers throughout the United States their 2024 report3
predicts stability and growth. Additional findings include:
»Respondents are optimistic about revenue growth in 2025.
»The top 3 industry challenges are: staffing, maintenance, and safety/risk management.
Additional challenges include increasing participation, programming, and general fitness.
»The 10 most commonly planned program additions are:
• Environmental education programs
• Education programs
• Holiday events and other special events
• Fitness programs
• Mind-body balance programs
• Adult sports teams
• Teen programming
• Programs for active older adults
• Group exercise programs
• Special needs programs
»The 10 most common initiatives that organizations are involved in are:
• Wellness initiatives
• Inclusion initiatives for those with physical disabilities
• Inclusion initiatives for those with developmental disabilities
• Outreach to economically disadvantaged populations
• Outreach to underserved populations
• Programs to connect people with nature
• Outreach to minority populations
3 Our 2024 report on the state of the managed recreation industry. Recreation Management. (2024, June 6). https://recmanagement.com/
articles/154521/our-2024-report-state-managed-recreation-industry
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• Disaster recovery assistance
• Initiatives to reduce hunger and improve nutrition
• Resource conservation and green initiatives
These responses provide additional information for the shaping of trends and direction of similar
jurisdictions in the regional area. The identified planned programs and initiatives are supported by the
feedback given in the Statistically Valid Survey and Community Surveys.
Inclusivity by Design4
As national trends towards encouraging inclusivity of historically underrepresented groups gains
traction, this shapes the unique needs of communities to provide more inclusive spaces. An inclusive
space accounts for differences and recognizes that discrimination based on race, sexuality, gender,
ability, and age, has historically occurred in public spaces. Parks and recreation facilities are no
exception towards such behavior and can be designed and programmed to be more inclusive of
all. Embracing universal design, designing for gendered dynamics and gender inclusion, providing
spaces for cultural activities, or embracing the historical cultural story of a space can help create
environments that are welcoming to all residents.
Technology and Social Media
As mobile technology continues to assert its importance in the habits and lives of our communities,
the use of apps and the internet reveal opportunities to engage users in activities and programming.
Information provided via the internet regarding the parks and recreation facilities network must be
accurate, accessible, and easy to understand. Additionally, there is growing interest in having wireless
internet available in parks, reflecting the widespread use of the internet as a primary source of
information.
Trends in Play56
In the United States, there is a growing trend toward inclusivity in play spaces. This shift recognizes
that playgrounds should go beyond the minimum standards set by the Americans with Disabilities
Act, which focuses primarily on physical access. Play areas should also accommodate children with
developmental and/or sensory disabilities. This can be achieved through designs that provide tactile,
visual, auditory, and calming experiences.
Furthermore, inclusive play spaces encourage interaction across different ages and abilities. Creating
play areas that are not separated by age or ability helps everyone feel welcome and included.
Inclusive design also provides opportunities for multi-generational play, allowing adults and older
individuals to participate alongside children, fostering cross-generational bonds.
4 Oakleaf, Linda. “Social Equity in Parks for the Transgender Community.” Parks & Recreation Magazine. October 2015. http://www.parksandrecreation.
org/2015/October/Social-Equity-in-Parks-for-the-Transgender-Community/
5 Top trends in playground equipment for 2024 | AAA state of play. (n.d.). https://www.aaastateofplay.com/top-trends-in-playground-equipment-
for-2024/
6 Project for Public Spaces. (2006). Health and Community Design, Project for Public Places. Retrieved November 20, 2024 from http://www. pps.org/
info/placemakingtools/issuepapers/health_community
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Sustainability is another important factor. Communities are
increasingly looking for playground manufacturers to use
recycled materials and reduce carbon use. As playground
equipment wears out over time, sustainability and
unnecessary waste becomes a concern. By using sustainably
sourced materials, cities can reduce their environmental
impact while still providing fun and engaging play spaces.
Opting for modular and adaptive designs- where individual
pieces can be updated without replacing an entire play
structure – ensures that playgrounds remain flexible,
sustainable, and in line with evolving trends and safety
standards.
Gap Identification
The community engagement process made evident gaps
between the existing parks and recreation system and
identified needs. These gaps fall into eight categories as
follows:
Walking/Biking/Hiking
The community ranked the activity of walking, biking,
and hiking as high (Tier 1). Together, they are essential
components to the parks and recreation facilities system.
One maintenance gap identified is the need to repair
existing pathways, together with improvements to wayfinding
and signage. As Rohnert Park continues to grow, enhancing
pedestrian and bike connections to different parks will
become increasingly important. Additionally, there is a need
to improve pedestrian and safety lighting and plan for future
bike routes to address current gaps in the system.
Parks
The community expressed a clear preference for renovating
and improving maintenance of existing parks rather than
adding new parks and amenities to the park system.
Maintenance of athletic fields and infrastructure is also
a significant gap identified in the system. The community
also highlighted the need for fire-resistant landscapes and
maintenance, as well as improvements to and increased
maintenance of dog parks.
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The community suggested several new amenities including a splash pad or water park, although
these come with high operational and maintenance costs. Shade in parks is an area of concern,
as well as the need for additional site furnishings such as trash receptacles, drinking fountains, and
benches.
The community also expressed interest in more fitness opportunities, such as par courses and
outdoor fitness parks. There is a need for accessible picnic areas and an easier, more transparent
system for reserving these spaces. Additionally, there were requests for bocce ball courts and fishing
opportunities.
Team and Organized Sports
The most critical gap for team and organized sports is the repair and maintenance of sport courts
and athletic fields to address unsafe conditions. This aligns with the community’s preference to
maintain and improve existing amenities.
The community also expressed a need for additional amenities including skate parks, sand volleyball
courts, and pickleball courts (with sound-proofing). There is also a demand for more opportunities to
play soccer, badminton/tennis, and basketball.
Communications and Booking
Sports organizations identified a need for better communication with City staff to help maintain and
improve parks and facilities. They also seek easier access and transparency when reserving facilities,
athletic fields, and courts. The organizations asked for more equitable distribution of playing areas to
ensure fair access for all groups. The objective is to balance facility use between in-season and year-
round sports.
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Increasing the number of available field spaces could help alleviate some of the challenges related to
booking and field availability.
Safety and Lighting
Improved lighting for sports fields and walking/biking trails is a need to enhance safety and usability,
particularly along essential pathways where safety is a concern. It is important that the lighting
solutions consider the environmental impact on wildlife.
Facilities
Maintaining restrooms and pool facilities is a significant community need, and critical to ensuring
these facilities remain functional and accessible for visitors. The City is currently updating and
repairing pool facilities, but ongoing deferred maintenance must be addressed.
There is also a need to add new restroom facilities in targeted parks where none currently exist.
Expanding and updating hours of operation at existing pools could help meet demand and reduce
the need for additional pool facilities.
Accessibility/ADA Requirements
Adhering to ADA standards is a requirement for the parks and recreation facilities system. Accessibility
deficiencies in all parks include, but are not limited to, non-compliant pathways, parking lots,
playgrounds, ball fields, bleachers, and picnic tables. All park facilities, restrooms, and buildings must
also be ADA-compliant.
While ADA compliance is the baseline, the City should adopt universal design principles, which go
beyond ADA standards to accommodate individuals with developmental, sensory, and physical
disabilities. Universal design benefits not only those with disabilities but also older adults and younger
children. It’s recommended that future park improvements integrate these principles.
Expanded Programming
The community has expressed interest in a wider range of programming options. This includes fitness
classes with a variety of scheduled class times, as well as low-impact and low-mobility options
that cater to multiple demographics. There are also gaps in programming for all age groups, from
toddlers, to youth, teens, adults, and seniors. Programs that appeal to multiple age ranges can create
a more inclusive community atmosphere.
Additionally, there is a gap and need for cultural classes, including both visual and performing arts, as
well as food and language classes.
The community has expressed enthusiasm for the current special event programming and would like
to see more of them. There is also an interest in opportunities for social engagement and community
volunteering. These could help address some of the identified programming gaps, specifically related
to intergenerational and inclusive events.
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5.0 THE PLAN
5.1 goals, Policies, PrograMs
The PRMP follows a series of goals, policies, and programs designated in the City of Rohnert Park’s
Draft General Plan 2040, as well as in the Parks and Recreation Facilities Master Plan (2008). These
goals, policies and programs serve as the framework for the recommendations presented in the PRMP
described in detail later in this chapter.
The development of the PRMP aligns with Goal PFS-2, Policy PFS-2.1: Parks and Recreation Master
Plan, which states: The City shall update the Parks and Recreation Master Plan to accommodate the
evolving needs of the community.
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GGooaallss aanndd PPoolliicciieess
Each element contains the goals and policies that the City will use to guide future land use, development,
resource management, and environmental protection decisions. A goal is a statement that describes in
general terms a desired future condition or “end” state. Goals describe ideal future conditions for a topic and
tend to be very general and broad. A policy is a clear and unambiguous statement that guides a specific
course of action for decision-makers to achieve a desired goal. The goals and policies in the General Plan are
presented in a standard format. An explanation of this format, using a sample goal and policy, is illustrated
on Figure 1-2
Figure 1-2 How to Read Goals and Policies
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general Plan 2040 goals, Policies, anD PrograMs
Environmental Justice Element
»Goal: RSEJ-4: To ensure that all land use decisions benefit Rohnert Park residents and do
not create a disproportionate burden to any resident based on location, income, race,
color, educational status, or national origin.
• Policy: RSEJ-4.1: Equitable Public Services: The City shall equitably provide public
services and infrastructure, including parks, recreational facilities, community gardens,
and public safety facilities, to all Rohnert Park residents.
»Goal: RSEJ-5: To ensure all residents have access to healthy foods, education, green spaces,
and medical services.
• Policy: RSEJ-5.3: Access to Community Assets: The City shall identify and address gaps
in access to residential, commercial, recreation facilities, natural open space areas, and
physical and mental health resources, to help ensure that these resources are equitably
available to all residents.
Public Facilities and Services Element
»Goal: PFS-2: Provide an integrated and well-maintained system of parks, trails, and
recreation facilities throughout the city to meet the community’s recreational needs:
• Policy: PFS-2.1: Parks and recreation Master Plan: The City shall update the Parks and
recreation Master plan to accommodate the evolving needs of the community. The
update shall include an evaluation of the type and location of amenities, including
urban style parks and amenities, to serve existing and new residents and workers.
• Policy: PFS-2.3 Safe and Secure: The City shall ensure that parks, trails, and recreation
facilities are safe and secure areas. New parks should generally include direct access
and visibility from a public street.
• Policy: PFS-2.4 Park Dedication: The City shall require new development to dedicate
land to the City in the appropriate amount and location for parks and recreational
space, in accordance with the General Plan Diagram, and the City’s Park dedication
requirements. The City shall seek to acquire and develop new park land at a rate of
approximately five acres or equivalent with improvements or in-lieu fees per 1,000 new
residents. When developed in conjunction with new developments, parks will be fully
improved before dedication to the City.
• Policy: PFS-2.5 Passive Recreation Space: The City shall include primarily passive
recreation on an approximately 50-acre area north of Crane Creek west of Petaluma
Hill Road within the city’s Urban Growth Boundary. The City shall ensure that use of the
land for passive recreation as a priority and that this land will not be used for any other
use for the life of the General Plan. The City shall ensure that the recreation area is
designed to have minimal impacts on adjacent residential uses to the west and have
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ingress and egress from several roads to maximize visibility and access for public safety.
• Policy: PFS-2.6 Gold Ridge Site Maximization: The City shall ensure that future uses of the
Gold Ridge campus include community recreational use.
»Program:
• 8.12.C: Update Parks and Recreation Master Plan. The City shall update the Parks
and Recreation Master Plan every five years to address the precise location of parks
and financial planning to improve undeveloped park land and trails; maintain existing
facilities; develop new trails; and acquire land for new parks. The Master Plan will also
establish standards and identify funding for both specific park facilities and City-owned,
non-park open space areas, such as street medians and open space buffers. Applies to
PFS-2.1, PFS-2.2, PFS-2.5, PFS-2.6.
Parks anD recreation facilities Master Plan goals, Policies anD PrograMs
»Goal: Provide safe, clean and well-maintained parks and facilities to meet the diverse
needs of a changing and growing community.
• Policy 1.2: Maintain the parkland development standard of 5 acres/1,000 for active,
multi-use recreation needs of the community, typically found in neighborhood and
community parks.
• Policy 1.3: Ensure new development meets the 5 acres/1,000 parkland dedication
standards for active recreation needs.
Program 1.3.2: Expand the development of park lands to increase the variety of park types.
Program 1.3.3: Include Parks and Recreation staff in park development and design review.
• Policy 1.4: Renovate existing parks to improve safety and security, enhance park use,
and increase sense of place.
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Program 1.4.1: Develop criteria for renovation, such as age of facility, safety conditions,
access, multi-age use, and community need.
Program 1.4.2: Enhance safety and security in all parks by upgrading lighting, access, and
surveillance methodology in partnership with enforcement.
Program 1.4.3 Develop a transition plan for all parks to meet access needs and Americans
with Disability Act (ADA) guidelines.
Program 1.4.4: Incorporate new features and amenities into the design of parks to respond
to trends and changing community preferences, and consider revising the specific plan
process to support this integration.
• Policy 1.5: Develop park maintenance standards and resource management plans
consistent with professional best practices.
Program 1.5.1: Create Levels of Service (LOS) for park maintenance tasks that are
compatible with park functions, use, and visibility in the community.
Program 1.5.2: Create a dedicated funding source for park maintenance services.
Program 1.5.3: Place park maintenance and recreation services under one department to
improve service delivery and operate efficiently.
»Goal: Create and enhance a positive community image to strengthen livability and sense of
place.
• Policy 2.1: Provide recreation experiences to meet a diverse and changing community.
Program 2.1.1: Support aging well in Rohnert Park by recognizing interests and needs of
various older adult populations.
Program 2.1.2: Maximize community connection to the outdoor environment; serve as
environmental stewards of green space.
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Program 2.1.3: Continue serving youth and families; track regional, state and national trends
related to this demographic.
Program 2.1.4: Partner with other service providers to enhance community activities such as
arts and culture, gardening, and special events.
Program 2.1.5: Collaborate with schools and public agencies like the Open Space District to
create partnerships, leverage resources and link green spaces.
Program 2.1.6: Collaborate with community organizations to leverage park and recreation
resources, improve operations and enhance maintenance of parks and facilities.
• Policy 2.2: Provide health and wellness opportunities for residents of all ages.
Program 2.2.1: Expand the Callinan Sports Center to provide additional opportunities for
health and fitness activities.
Program 2.2.2: Partner with health care organizations to develop new programs.
Program 2.2.3: Connect and expand trails and pathways to promote walking, bicycling, and
alternative transportation.
• Policy 2.3: Support opportunities for neighborhood-based social gathering.
Program 2.3.1: Partner with community organizations and neighborhood groups to provide
programs and events in neighborhood parks.
Program 2.3.2: Increase after-school activities for youth.
Program 2.3.3: Increase volunteer opportunities for individuals and groups.
Program 2.3.4: Develop multi-generational programs; encourage older adults to participate
and volunteer in neighborhood activities and city events.
• Policy 2.4: Create a unified identity for parks and programs.
Program 2.4.1: Enhance park and facility signage to improve sense of place and visibility
Program 2.4.2: Develop a citywide vision and mission for parks, recreation, arts and culture.
»Goal: Ensure the financial health of Rohnert Park’s comprehensive recreation, parks, and
open space system, including special purpose facilities.
• Policy 3.1: Develop a comprehensive funding approach.
Program 3.1.1: Establish cost recovery goals for each major facility or line of business.
Program 3.1.2 : Develop business plans for facilities and special purpose features.
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Program 3.1.3: Prioritize revenue-generating potential when identifying renovation projects
Program 3.1.4: Set and adjust fees annually.
Program 3.1.5: Incorporate performance based on cost recovery goals into program
evaluation and future planning.
• Policy 3.2: Develop new sources of revenue for development, renovation, maintenance
and operations of parks and facilities.
Program 3.2.1: Consider a ballot measure to support renovations and improve park
maintenance; explore alternatives such as Landscape and Lighting Assessment Districts,
sales tax or parcel tax.
Program 3.2.3: Seek Council approval to allow revenue generated through parks and
recreation to be dedicated to parks and recreation operations or improvements.
Program 3.2.4: Dedicate staff time to support revenue generating initiatives.
Program 3.2.5: Evaluate the level of community support for revenue generation
methods such as locating cell towers in parks, instituting banner programs, and selling
advertisements.
• Policy 3.3: Develop funding policies for future development.
Program 3.3.1: Create park development ordinances to meet the standards for specific
plans and infill development.
• Policy 3.4: Review regional, state and national grant funding programs regularly to
identify potential funding sources.
Program 3.4.1: Identify guidelines for selecting grant opportunities; focus on funding
programs for youth facilities, integrating conservation practices into park projects,
environmental stewardship and open space preservation, watersheds and greenways.
Program 3.4.2: Develop partnerships to strengthen community involvement and leverage
resources for grant applications.
• Policy 3.5: Provide for the donation of land, facilities, equipment, services and monies to
support parks and programs.
Program 3.5.1: Accept only land and facilities that meet the goals of this plan.
Program 3.5.2: Dedicate staff time to seeking donations and in-kind support.
Program 3.5.3: Consider establishing a foundation or partnership with other 501(c)(3)
organizations to encourage donations to the park and recreation system.
• Policy 3.6: Adopt a Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) project to identify a plan for capital
and replacement at City Facilities / Recreation facilities that will address the following:
Program 3.6.1: Develop guidelines for ranking and prioritizing capital projects.
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Program 3.6.2: Incorporate CIP planning into
annual budget reviews.
Program 3.6.3: Approve short-term projects
within a six-year timeframe; long-term projects
six years and longer.
A complete list of the goals, policies, and programs from the
City of Rohnert Park’s prior planning efforts is included in the
Appendix.
5.2 recoMMenDations
The following recommendations are based on identified
deficiencies and city and community desires for
improvements to Rohnert Park’s parks and recreation
facilities.
These recommendations are categorized into three types:
»Addresses Deficiency: Recommendations that
improve existing conditions that are deemed
deficient, such as replacing or enhancing
amenities at the end of a lifecycle or removing
accessibility barriers to ensure ADA compliance.
»Added Amenity: Recommendations that propose
new amenities to expand the City’s recreation
offerings and overall park system.
»Policy: Administrative recommendations that
support the City’s ability to deliver park and
recreation services.
The PRMP includes 194 recommendations to address
deficiencies, 55 recommendations for added amenities, and
39 policy recommendations.
recoMMenDations overview
The community of Rohnert Park has expressed a preference
for addressing existing infrastructure issues rather than
adding new amenities to the parks and recreation facilities
system.1 While the PRMP provides several recommendations
for additional amenities, with probable ROM costs, these
1 Based on results of the Community Needs Survey, see Appendix.
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may be given a lower priority or designated as long-term actions to reflect the community’s priorities.
Further details on this can be found in Chapter 6 – Implementation.
Parks
Recommendations related to parks focus on both new developments and improvements to
existing parks. New developments typically include the installation of new parks, and some of the
recommendations may suggest adding new parks to meet the growing needs of the community.
However, the primary focus remains on improving and maintaining existing park infrastructure.
facilities
Recommendations for facilities are largely focused on addressing deferred maintenance, which was
outlined in the Facilities Conditions Assessment Report. Specific recommendations for each facility
are included in the detailed facility pages that follow. These recommendations address the current
state of existing facilities and offer guidance on necessary improvements and upgrades to ensure
they remain safe and accessible for the public.
Policy
Policy recommendations aim to help the City of Rohnert Park enhance the quality of service offered
within the parks and recreation facilities system. These policies focus on programming, the operation
of the Community Services department, and operation and park maintenance practices.
Key policy recommendations include:
»Shade: Planting trees to comply with the City of Rohnert Park’s (in progress) Urban Forest
Management Plan. Providing shade is essential for protecting visitors, especially during
the summer months. This effort benefits all age groups, making outdoor spaces more
comfortable year-round.
»Mini Park Evaluation: Rohnert Park has ten mini parks. Based on feedback from the Parks
and Recreation Commission, this PRMP recommends conducting a survey and assessment
of these parks to determine their best ways to serve the community. Several mini parks lack
amenities, and the installation of amenities may be less desirable due to their small size,
proximity to housing, and low frequency of use. An assessment will help determine ways to
improve these spaces and enhance the park system for the community.
»Facilities Access: Expanding restroom access and increasing hours of operation to better
serve park visitors.
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golD riDge recreation center – facility anD Park recoMMenDations
This PRMP also includes a conceptual plan for the Gold Ridge Recreation Center. The plan has been
reviewed in collaboration with the City to ensure that it aligns with the needs of the Community
Services Department, the local neighborhood group, and the community input received during the
community engagement process.
5.3 systeM
Park anD citywiDe recoMMenDations
This section describes the recommendations for each park, including potential ROM costs. Each
recommendation is identified as either a deficiency improvement, added amenity, or policy.
Recurring themes across both individual parks and citywide recommendations include:
»Repairing and enhancing amenities to be ADA-compliant
»Updating and/or repairing irrigation systems
»Focusing on inclusive play amenities that serve all ages and abilities
»Improving drainage systems throughout the parks
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Alicia Park
Alicia Park is a five-acre park located on Arlen Drive. It includes a baseball field, horseshoe pits, an
open lawn with interspersed shade trees, playgrounds, two parking lots, and a picnic area. The park
also has a futsal area separate from the rest of the park.
Table 18. Alicia Park
Recommendation2 Type Cost
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or concrete.
Ensure paving provides access to all amenities.
Addresses Deficiency $74,400 - $149,400
Join existing footprint of elementary age and tot lot
playgrounds, replace existing equipment to include all
ages/all abilities. Place equipment on a replacement
schedule.
Addresses Deficiency $530,340
Evaluate existing pedestrian lighting for replacement/
repair needs.
Addresses Deficiency TBD
Evaluate existing baseball field lighting for replacement
and/or repair needs.
Addresses Deficiency TBD
Add and replace benches, picnic tables, drinking
fountains, bike racks. Replace trash cans/recycling
and park signage. Place equipment on a replacement
schedule.
Addresses Deficiency $176,000
Repair and replace irrigation system.Addresses Deficiency $653,400
Either convert existing baseball field to all-weather
surfacing, or repair and replace baseball field turf to
address holes, uneven surfaces, and trip hazards. Create
plan for capital replacement if using synthetic turf.
Addresses Deficiency $451,900-$1,019,500
Provide outdoor fitness equipment in Alicia Park - evaluate
if par course or fixed cardio/weight equipment is desired
by community.
Added Amenity $75,000
Add a basketball court.Added Amenity $200,000
Provide new restroom facilities at futsal court. Address
deferred maintenance for existing restrooms near south
parking lot.
Added Amenity $389,230
Improve drainage along pathways, fields, and play areas.Addresses Deficiency TBD
Improve and increase frequency of bathroom custodial
services.
Policy TBD
Provide expanded hours of operations for restroom
facilities.
Policy TBD
Update existing picnic area including providing a new
shelter, picnic tables, a bbq and counter, and concrete
surfacing.
Added Amenity $215,000
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Benicia Park
Benicia Park is a six-acre park located on Bernice Avenue. It is adjacent to a pool facility, Field of
Friends Dog Park, and the Burton Avenue Recreation Center, as well as the Benicia Recreation Center.
The park’s amenities include a baseball field, elementary and tot lot playgrounds, and a basketball
court. The tot lot and basketball court are separated from the rest of the park, located next to the
Benicia Recreation Center. There is currently no path that joins both sides of the park.
Table 19. Benicia Park
Recommendation Type Cost
Evaluate existing pedestrian lighting for replacement/
repair needs.
Addresses Deficiency TBD
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or concrete,
including adding a pathway between the Benicia
Recreation Center and the Burton Pool facility. Ensure
paving provides access to all amenities.
Addresses Deficiency $96,600 - $193,200
Build out elementary aged playground to a larger
footprint, and include all-ages all-abilities equipment,
remove existing tot lot and consider replacing
with alternative amenity. Place all equipment on a
replacement schedule.
Addresses Deficiency $367,230
Evaluate existing baseball field lighting for replacement
and/or repair needs.
Addresses Deficiency TBD
Add and replace benches, drinking fountains, and
barbecues. Replace existing picnic tables to include ADA-
compliant tables, as well as the bike rack and trash cans/
recycling. Place all equipment on an equipment schedule.
Addresses Deficiency $126,000
Increase offerings for rec swim, swimming lessons,
and aquatics programs, including updating hours for
increased access.
Policy TBD
Repair/replace irrigation system.Addresses Deficiency $784,100
Provide outdoor fitness equipment. Evaluate desire for par
course equipment or fixed weight and cardio equipment.
Added Amenity $75,000
Improve drainage along pathways, fields, and play areas.Addresses Deficiency TBD
Either convert existing baseball field to all-weather
surfacing, or repair and replace baseball field turf to
address holes, uneven surfaces, and trip hazards. Create
plan for capital replacement if all-weather surfacing is
installed.
Addresses Deficiency $651,960 - $1,128,000
Repair and replace surfacing and equipment for
basketball court.
Addresses Deficiency $87,360
Add sand volleyball court, either as a replacement for the
tot lot or behind Benicia Recreation Center.
Added Amenity $50,000
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Benicia Park Recreation Center
Benicia Park Recreation Center is an approximately 3,000 square foot facility that is located on the
west entrance to Benicia Park. The center has a community garden and a small open lawn, and is
next to a parking lot. It is currently leased to the Boys and Girls Club.
Table 20. Benicia Park Recreation Center
Recommendation Type Cost
Evaluate need to repair/replace existing lighting in
parking lot. There is a potential need for pathway
lighting to the parking lot. The Park and Recreation
committee is addressing this need. Action taken on this
recommendation shall be in line with their efforts.
Addresses Deficiency TBD
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or concrete.
Ensure paving provides access to all amenities.
Addresses Deficiency $9,000 - $1,800
Address deferred maintenance on building.Addresses Deficiency $1,020,600
Add and replace benches in the garden area outside of
the recreation center.
Addresses Deficiency $12,000
Improve drainage along pathways, fields, and play areas.Addresses Deficiency TBD
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Burton Ave Recreation Center
Burton Avenue Recreation Center is located to the northeast of Benicia Park. It is a 6,700 square foot
facility with rental space, storage, and a peace garden installed by the Rotary Club. It is adjacent to El
Camino High School. The facility hosts a summer camp program as well as evening programs during
the school year. It is available for community rentals.
Table 21. Burton Ave Recreation Center
Recommendation Type Cost
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or concrete.
Ensure paving provides access to all park amenities.
Addresses Deficiency $43,360 - $86,760
Address deferred maintenance on both the recreation
center and the adjacent storage building.
Addresses Deficiency $1,755,910
Repair/replace irrigation system.Addresses Deficiency $199,950
Improve drainage along pathways, fields, and play areas.Addresses Deficiency TBD
Provide more shade by planting additional trees to align
with the Urban Forest Management Plan.
Addresses Deficiency TBD
Redesign front entry, including adding a nice photo
opportunity space to use during rentals.
Addresses Deficiency TBD
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Callinan Sports & Fitness Center
Callinan Sports & Fitness Center is part of the community complex that also includes the Community
Center and Spreckels Performing Arts Center. It is a 4,600 square foot facility with indoor basketball
courts, locker rooms, weight rooms, a cardio room, racquetball/handball courts, and childcare on
evenings and weekends. The center requires a membership for use, and is contracted out to camp
programs, adult league sports, and several large gymnastics events every year.
Table 22. Callinan Sports & Fitness Center
Recommendation Type Cost
Address deferred maintenance per the Rohnert Park
Facility Condition Assessment report.3 Address issues
of no heating, ventilation, or air conditioning. Lighting
renovation. Roof leaks.
Addresses Deficiency $3,147,810
Replace benches throughout the Community Center
Complex Courtyard. Add and replace picnic tables,
ensuring ADA-compliance. Place equipment on a
replacement schedule.
Addresses Deficiency $79,000
Increase fitness class offerings including scheduling
evening classes as well as low-impact classes.
Policy TBD
Repair/replace irrigation system for the field south of the
Center. Complete this recommendation as part of any
redesign efforts for the field space.
Addresses Deficiency $229,500
Provide clear access to the Copeland Creek Trail from the
center.
Addresses Deficiency $13,200
Dedicate a room to group exercise which would result
in a full service fitness center and increase membership
revenue.
Addresses Deficiency TBD
Evaluate need to repair and replace the field to the south
of the Center.
Addresses Deficiency $382,500
Re-design a portion of the south field as an event space
capable of accommodating vendors, stages, and
programmable space.
Addresses Deficiency TBD
3 See Appendix.
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Carlita Circle
Carlita Circle is a small park with a tot lot playground located on Carlita Circle. It is less than a
quarter of an acre in size, and serves the neighborhood. In addition to the tot equipment, the park
also has swings and a small open lawn.
Table 23. Carlita Circle
Recommendation Type Cost
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or concrete
from sidewalk to play equipment and benches.
Addresses Deficiency $1,000 - $2,000
Update existing play equipment in existing footprint,
ensuring that it provides for all ages and abilities.
Addresses Deficiency $137,340
Add site furnishings: benches, picnic table (ADA-
compliant), a drinking fountain, and a trash can.
Addresses Deficiency $26,000
Repair/replace irrigation system.Addresses Deficiency $32,670
Include in overall evaluation of tot lot and mini-parks to
determine the best use of park space.
Policy N/A
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Caterpillar Park
Caterpillar Park is a three-acre park on Circle Drive. It has a playground, swing set, and open lawn
with soccer goal posts. The park has multiple entrances within the neighborhood.
Table 24. Catepillar Park
Recommendation Type Cost
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or concrete.
Ensure paving provides access to all park amenities.
Addresses Deficiency $67,960 – 135,960
Replace existing play equipment. Ensure a new equipment
is for all ages and abilities. Place all equipment on a
replacement schedule.
Addresses Deficiency $378,870
Evaluate existing pedestrian lighting for replacement/
repair needs.
Addresses Deficiency $120,000
Add and replace benches and picnic tables, ensuring
ADA-compliance. Replace trash cans/recycling. Place all
equipment on a replacement schedule.
Addresses Deficiency $40,000
Repair/replace irrigation system.Addresses Deficiency $392,100
Add a group picnic pavilion, including a shade structure,
two picnic tables, a barbecue and counter, and concrete
surfacing.
Added Amenity $200,000
Repair drainage in play area and along pathways. Repair
play drainage during play area update.
Addresses Deficiency TBD
Provide more shade by planting additional trees to align
with the Urban Forest Management Plan.
Policy TBD
Repair and replace turf at soccer field area to address
holes, uneven surfaces, and trip hazards to maximize
usage. Ensure compliance with the turf management/
replacement plan in progress.
Addresses Deficiency $27,000
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Cielo Park
Cielo Park is located on Cielo Circle, directly south of the University Square shopping center. It is a
small park, roughly a third of an acre, with a basketball court and grassy hill. Another amenity has
been removed from the north side of the park, and a patch of concrete remains.
Table 25. Cielo Park
Recommendation Type Cost
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or concrete.
Ensure paving provides access to all park amenities.
Addresses Deficiency $18,200 - $36,360
Add benches, picnic table (ensure ADA-compliance),
drinking fountain, and bike rack. Replace existing trash
can/recycling. Place all equipment on a replacement
schedule.
Addresses Deficiency $36,000
Re-surface basketball court.Addresses Deficiency $35,000
Evaluate and add an amenity to replace the removed
picnic area/play structure.
Added Amenity TBD
Include in overall evaluation of tot lot and mini parks to
determine the best use of park space.
Policy N/A
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Civic Center
Civic Center Park is a mini-park that is less than a quarter of an acre in size. It has tot lot play
equipment and an open lawn. It is located very close to residential units.
Table 26. Civic Center
Recommendation Type Cost
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or concrete.
Ensure paving provides access to all park amenities.
Addresses Deficiency $11,100 - $22,200
Proceed with efforts to redesign and replace the existing
play equipment with appropriated funding. Ensure
new equipment provides opportunities for all ages and
abilities. Place all equipment on a replacement schedule.
Addresses Deficiency N/A
Add and replace picnic tables, ensuring ADA-compliance.
Replace trash can/recycling. Place all equipment on an
equipment replacement schedule.
Addresses Deficiency $19,000
Repair/replace irrigation system.Addresses Deficiency $32,670
Provide more shade by planting additional trees to align
with the Urban Forest Management Plan.
Policy TBD
Add a group picnic pavilion, including a shelter, ADA-
compliant picnic tables, and concrete surfacing.
Added Amenity $195,000
Include in overall evaluation of tot lot and mini parks to
determine the best use of park space.
Policy N/A
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Colegio Vista Park
Colegio Vista Park is a five-acre park located on Southwest Boulevard. It has an elementary
playground, a picnic area, a baseball field, and a large open lawn. There are multiple entries to the
park from Southwest Boulevard and the residential neighborhood to the north. While there are paths
to the baseball field and restroom, the picnic area and playground do not have an accessible path
from the parking lot.
Table 27. Colegio Vista Park
Recommendation Type Cost
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or concrete
from sidewalk to play equipment and benches. May be
completed in conjunction with a new concept plan.
Addresses Deficiency $62,400 - $124,800
Evaluate the need to replace and/or repair the existing
pedestrian lighting.
Addresses Deficiency TBD
Redesign, expand, and replace existing playground
footprint to accommodate all age groups, providing all-
abilities equipment. Place all equipment on a replacement
schedule.
Addresses Deficiency $400,870
Either replace the baseball field surfacing with synthetic
turf, or repair and replace turf to address holes, uneven
surfaces, and trip hazards to maximize usage. If replacing
with synthetic turf, it will require capital improvement plan.
Addresses Deficiency $679,100 - $790,500
Evaluate the need to provide sports lighting as part of
redesign/conceptual design efforts.
Addresses Deficiency TBD
Add benches, trash cans/recycling, and drinking fountains.
Add and replace benches, picnic tables (ensuring ADA-
compliance), and barbecues. Place all equipment on an
equipment replacement schedule.
Addresses Deficiency $148,500
Repair/replace irrigation system.Addresses Deficiency $673,400
Add sheltered group picnic area including a shelter, picnic
tables, barbecues and counters, and concrete surfacing.
Added Amenity $230,000
Address deferred maintenance for restroom.Addresses Deficiency $108,180
Improve drainage along pathways, fields, and play areas.
Address drainage as part of park updates generated from
conceptual plan/redesign efforts.
Addresses Deficiency TBD
Improve and increase frequency of bathroom custodial
services.
Policy TBD
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Table 27. Colegio Vista Park
Recommendation Type Cost
Provide more shade by planting additional trees to align
with the Urban Forest Management Plan.
Policy TBD
Create a concept plan for the redesign of the park
that focuses on providing athletic fields, connectivity
to amenities, new sports field and pathway lighting, an
updated playground footprint, additional group picnic
area, and potential sport courts.
Added Amenity TBD
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Community Center
The Community Center is part of the complex on Snyder Lane that also hosts the Callinan Sports
& Fitness Center and Spreckels Performing Arts Center. It is a 20,000 square foot building with a
ceramics studio, a pond in the atrium, and a multi-use room with a full commercial kitchen. It is often
used for community classes taught by independent contractors, private rentals, and city-organized
community events. A private preschool also operates out of the center.
Table 28. Community Center
Recommendation Type Cost
Address deferred maintenance per the Rohnert Park
Facility Condition Assessment report. Roof leaks, gas line
issue, and atrium renovation. Address bar sink in multi-use
room that does not drain.
Addresses Deficiency $3,095,120
Replace existing benches, bike racks, and trash/recycling.
Place all equipment on an equipment replacement
schedule.
Addresses Deficiency $46,000
Increase fitness class offerings including scheduling
evening classes as well as low-impact classes.
Policy TBD
Repair/replace irrigation system for the lawn northwest of
the Community Center.
Addresses Deficiency $282,000
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Dorotea Park
Dorotea Park is a six-acre park with an elementary playground, tot lot, swings, tennis court, basketball
court, picnic area, softball field, restrooms, labyrinth, and walking path with fitness equipment. This is
a well-used park with four entrances into the adjacent neighborhoods. The community has painted
murals at both playgrounds.
Table 29. Dorotea Park
Recommendation Type Cost
Provide ADA parking at the north entrance to the park (2
stalls and shared aisle.)
Addresses Deficiency $20,000
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or concrete.
Ensure paving provides access to all park amenities.
Addresses Deficiency $101,700 - $203,400
Add and replace benches, picnic tables (ensure ADA-
compliance), drinking fountains, trash cans/recycling, and
park signage. Add bike racks and barbecues. Place all
equipment on an equipment schedule.
Addresses Deficiency $169,000
Evaluate existing lighting for replacement or repair.Addresses Deficiency TBD
Repair/replace irrigation system.Addresses Deficiency $784,100
Either convert existing softball surfacing to synthetic turf or
repair existing turf to address holes, uneven surfaces, and
trip hazards to maximize usage. If converting to synthetic
turf, will need to plan for capital replacement.
Added Amenity $257,500 – $1,287,500
Replace existing fitness equipment along the walking
path.
Added Amenity $75,000
Evaluate use of expansive lawn area/softball field-
including potential for alternative uses.
Added Amenity TBD
Improve drainage along pathways, fields, and play areas.Addresses Deficiency TBD
Improve and increase frequency of bathroom custodial
services.
Policy TBD
Maintain, repair, and/or replace surfacing of the
basketball and tennis courts. Consider replacing them
with multi-use courts.
Addresses Deficiency $90,400
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Eagle Park
Eagle Park is a ten-acre park that boasts a gently sloping meadow surrounded by redwoods. The park
also has a tennis court, tot lot, soccer field, softball field, and picnic area. The soccer and softball
fields are rented by local leagues, while some recreation classes take place on the lawn.
Table 30. Eagle Park
Recommendation Type Cost
Provide curb ramps for ADA-compliance at street parking.Addresses Deficiency $7,500
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or concrete.
Ensure paving provides access to all park amenities.
Addresses Deficiency $92,550 - $185,100
Evaluate existing pedestrian lighting for replacement/
repair needs.
Addresses Deficiency TBD
Add and replace benches and drinking fountains.
Replace trash cans/recycling, existing park rules signage,
barbecues, and existing picnic tables, ensuring ADA-
compliance. Add bike racks. Place all equipment on a
replacement schedule.
Addresses Deficiency $120,000
Evaluate existing sports lighting for replacement and/or
repair.
Addresses Deficiency TBD
Repair and/or replace irrigation system.Policy $1,306,800
Repair and replace soccer and softball field turf to
address holes, uneven surfaces, and trip hazards to
maximize usage.
Addresses Deficiency $1,049,300
Evaluate use of tennis courts and address need to repair
surfacing, or consider an alternative amenity or multi-use
court.
Added Amenity TBD
Improve and increase frequency of bathroom custodial
services.
Policy TBD
Address drainage issues at baseball/soccer field.Addresses Deficiency TBD
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Field of Friends Dog Park
Field of Friends is a dog park located at Benicia Park, directly south of the baseball diamond. It is a
fenced-off area with a picnic table, bulletin board, dog bag dispenser, and trash receptacles. The
park has drainage issues.
Table 31. Field of Friends Dog Park
Recommendation Type Cost
Add benches, drinking fountain with pet bowl, and bark
mulch. Replace trash cans, park signage. Place all
equipment on a replacement schedule.
Addresses Deficiency $87,100
Improve drainage in dog park.Addresses Deficiency TBD
Improve maintenance for dog park.Addresses Deficiency TBD
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Five Creek Park
Five Creek Park is a newly installed mini-park on Carlson Avenue that is approximately two-thirds of
an acre in size. It has skate park equipment, a shade structure, a lawn, plantings, a bocce ball court,
and a small children’s play area. As one of the newest parks it is in excellent condition.
Table 32. Five Creek Park
Recommendation Type Cost
Minor irrigation maintenance.Addresses Deficiency $10,000
Create a group picnic area: use existing shade structure,
add picnic tables and barbecue.
Added Amenity $30,000
Include in the overall evaluation of tot lot and mini parks
to determine the best use of park space.
Policy N/A
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Gold Ridge Recreation Complex
The Gold Ridge Recreation Complex consists of both an existing recreation building and park on Golf
Course Drive directly across the street from Golis Park. The recreation building is currently not in use,
but has a kitchen, stage, basketball court, and kitchen. The park has a soccer practice field, outdoor
stage, basketball court, tetherball poles, and an open lawn. This PRMP includes a conceptual plan for
an updated Gold Ridge Recreation Complex.
Gold Ridge Recreation Building
Table 33. Gold Ridge Recreation Building
Recommendation Type Cost
Address deferred maintenance for the recreation
center building per the Rohnert Park Facility Condition
Assessment Report.
Addresses Deficiency $2,421,640
Add 2 curb ramps and ADA-accessible parking (2 stalls
and shared aisle).
Addresses Deficiency $35,000
Offer fitness class offerings at this facility including
scheduled evening classes and low-impact classes.
Policy TBD
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Gold Ridge Park
Gold Ridge Park sits adjacent to the Gold Ridge Recreation Building. The following recommendations
are part of a conceptual plan that was specifically developed during this PRMP process. A plan
rendering of the conceptual design follows the recommendations.
Table 34. Gold Ridge Park
Recommendation Type Cost
Provide pathway lighting as part of the redesign of
the park.
Added Amenity $210,000
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or
concrete. Ensure paving provides access to all park
amenities.
Added Amenity $705,000 -
$1,410,000
Add benches, picnic tables (including ADA-
compliant tables), drinking fountains, bike racks,
trash cans/recycling, and park signage.
Addresses Deficiency $175,000
Provide new lighting for proposed sport fields and
courts as part of the redesign of the park.
Added Amenity TBD
Repair/replace irrigation system.Addresses Deficiency $767,100
Expand soccer field to 11 v 11 sizing.Addresses Deficiency TBD
Build inclusive/all abilities destination playground.Added Amenity $2,000,000
Evaluate options to either repair and replace soccer
field turf to address holes, uneven surfaces, and trip
hazards to maximize usage, or convert to synthetic
turf. Conversion to synthetic turf will provide higher
use fees and more frequent use – will need to plan for
capital replacement. Repairing and replacing turf will
reduce maintenance costs.
Addresses Deficiency $290,000 -
$1,450,000
Provide outdoor fitness equipment – fixed cardio and
strength training. Place equipment on a replacement
schedule.
Added Amenity $75,000
Add bocce ball courts.Added Amenity $100,000
Provide a restroom facility for park users.Added Amenity $300,000
Improve drainage along pathways, fields, and play
areas.
Addresses Deficiency TBD
Provide more shade by planting additional trees to
align with the Urban Forest Management Plan
Policy TBD
Add basketball courts Added Amenity $400,000
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Table 34. Gold Ridge Park
Recommendation Type Cost
Add volleyball courts.Added Amenity $100,000
Add a splash pad.Added Amenity $400,000
Add a walking/fitness track.Added Amenity TBD
Provide a dog park.Added Amenity $78,224
Add a youth fitness challenge course.Added Amenity $61,904
Figure 9: Gold Ridge Recreation Complex Concept Plan
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Golis Park
Golis Park is a thirteen-acre park located on Golf Course Drive. It has several sports fields, an
elementary playground and tot lot, sport courts, a parking lot, and a picnic area. It is used frequently
for sports rentals, as well as by the Best Friends Canine Club.
Table 35. Golis Park
Recommendation Type Cost
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or concrete.
Ensure paving provides access to all park amenities.
Addresses Deficiency $196,500 - $393,000
Add and replace benches, picnic tables, drinking
fountains, and trash cans/recycling. Replace bike racks
and barbecues. Place all equipment on an equipment
replacement plan.
Addresses Deficiency $174,000
Evaluate pedestrian lighting for repair and/or replacement
needs.
Addresses Deficiency TBD
Evaluate baseball field and tennis/basketball court
lighting for repair and/or replacement needs.
Addresses Deficiency TBD
Repair and/or replace irrigation system.Addresses Deficiency $1,698,900
Consider replacing baseball field, soccer field, and
softball fields with synthetic turf for year-round use.
Otherwise, repair and replace athletic fields to address
holes, uneven surfaces, and trip hazards to maximize
usage. Address need to repair open lawn turf.
Addresses Deficiency $1,724,990 -
$5,752,000
Improve and increase the frequency of bathroom
custodial services.
Policy TBD
Evaluate need to resurface tennis, pickleball, basketball,
and multi-sport courts.
Addresses Deficiency TBD
Improve drainage along pathways, fields, and play areas.Addresses Deficiency TBD
Provide more shade by planting additional trees to align
with the Urban Forest Management Plan.
Policy TBD
Provide expanded hours of operations for restroom
facilities.
Policy TBD
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Hinebaugh Creek Park
Hinebaugh Creek Park is a very small park just off Country Club Drive. It is less than a quarter of an
acre in size and is adjacent to a running/walking path. It has a picnic table, a trash receptacle, and a
dog bag dispenser.
Table 36. Hinebaugh Creek Park
Recommendation Type Cost
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or
concrete, to connect the pathway from the trail to the
picnic table. This also includes the new concrete pad
for the table.
Addresses Deficiency $2,830 - $5,686
Replace existing picnic table to make it ADA-
compliant and accessible.
Addresses Deficiency $16,000
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Honeybee Park and Pool
Honeybee Park is a ten-acre park located on Golf Course Drive. It has an open lawn with rolling
mounds, some plantings, and interspersed trees. Amenities include sport courts, an elementary
and tot playground, a picnic area, and a pool. The picnic area is rentable, and the park has many
opportunities for updated and/or added amenities.
Table 37. Honeybee Park and Pool
Recommendation Type Cost
Evaluate pedestrian lighting for repair and/or replacement
needs.
Addresses Deficiency TBD
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or concrete.
Ensure paving provides access to all park amenities.
Addresses Deficiency $121,125 - $242,250
Expand existing elementary aged playground footprint to
accommodate new equipment for all age groups. Cost is
for new equipment and surfacing. Place equipment on a
replacement schedule. Consider replacing tot lot footprint
with alternative amenity.
Addresses Deficiency $364,120
Add and replace benches, bike racks, and trash cans/
recycling. Replace playground picnic tables, barbecues.
Add park signage. Place all equipment on an equipment
replacement schedule.
Addresses Deficiency $128,000
Evaluate tennis court and basketball lighting for repair
and/or replacement needs.
Addresses Deficiency TBD
Address mechanical room pool improvements.Addresses Deficiency TBD
Increase offerings for rec swim, swimming lessons,
and aquatics programs, including updating hours for
increased access.
Policy TBD
Repair and/or replace irrigation system.Addresses Deficiency $1,306,800
Repair lawn surfacing.Addresses Deficiency $545,000
Provide new restroom facility for park users.Added Amenity $300,000
Evaluate ability/desire to regrade mounding turf for youth
soccer fields or dog park. Mound removal excluded from
costs.
Addresses Deficiency TBD
Improve and increase frequency of bathroom custodial
services.
Policy TBD
Evaluate need to resurface tennis and basketball courts.Addresses Deficiency TBD
Provide more shade by planting additional trees to align
with the Urban Forest Management Plan.
Policy TBD
Update group picnic area with shade shelter, picnic tables
(ADA-compliant), barbecue and counter (2) and concrete
surfacing.
Added Amenity $210,490
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Jasmine Tot Lot and Park
Jasmine Tot Lot is a less-than-a-quarter acre park located on Jasmine Circle. It is connected to a
walking and running trail along Copeland Creek. The park has a lawn with two small trees, a bench,
and park signage.
Table 38. Jasmine Tot Lot and Park
Recommendation Type Cost
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or concrete.
Ensure paving provides access to all park amenities.
Addresses Deficiency $34,800 - $69,600
Add and replace benches and park signage. Add trash
can/recycling. Place all equipment on an equipment
replacement schedule.
Addresses Deficiency $22,000
Repair and/or replace irrigation system.Addresses Deficiency $32,700
Provide more shade by planting additional trees to align
with the Urban Forest Management Plan.
Policy TBD
Include in overall evaluation of tot lot and mini parks to
determine the best use of park space.
Policy N/A
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Lacrosse Mini-Park
Lacrosse Mini Park is a small park, less than an acre in size, that is located between houses and the
railroad just off Lacrosse Court north. The park has a tire swing, swing set, half basketball court, open
lawn with trees, ornamental planting, and benches.
Table 39. Lacross Mini-Park
Recommendation Type Cost
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or concrete.
Ensure paving provides access to all park amenities.
Addresses Deficiency $26,640 - $53,280
Replace benches and park signage. Add trash can/
recycling. Place all equipment on an equipment
replacement schedule.
Addresses Deficiency $22,000
Repair and/or replace irrigation system.Addresses Deficiency $111,100
Repair lawn surfacing.Addresses Deficiency $100,000
Replace half-court basketball court, ensure ADA-
compliant access.
Addresses Deficiency $100,000
Improve drainage along pathways, fields, and play areas.Addresses Deficiency TBD
Include in overall evaluation of tot lot and mini parks to
determine best use of park space.
Policy N/A
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Ladybug Park
Ladybug Park is a five-acre park on Liman way with an elementary playground, tennis courts, picnic
area, sports fields, and creek connection. A large swale divides the park, which often inhibits access
to the picnic area and creek trail. The park is home to the Ladybug Park Recreation Building.
Table 40. Ladybug Park
Recommendation Type Cost
Replace and expand playground equipment and footprint
to accommodate all age groups and abilities. Place
equipment on a replacement schedule.
Added Amenity $429,000
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or concrete.
Ensure paving provides access to all park amenities.
Addresses Deficiency $90,600 - $181,200
Update picnic area to include shelter structure,
replacement of picnic tables (for ADA-compliance),
barbecue and counter, concrete surfacing.
Added Amenity $130,000
Add and replace benches, drinking fountains, and trash
cans/recycling. Replace park signage. Add bike racks.
Place all equipment on a replacement schedule.
Addresses Deficiency $115,000
Evaluate existing pedestrian lighting for repair/
replacement needs. Consider moving or removing lighting
that is currently in the middle of the playground.
Addresses Deficiency TBD
Repair and/or replace irrigation system.Addresses Deficiency $653,400
Provide updated connection to creek trail.Addresses Deficiency TBD
Consider replacing soccer field with synthetic turf.
Alternatively, repair and replace the field park grounds
to address holes, uneven surfaces, and trip hazards to
maximize usage.
Addresses Deficiency $158,700 - $793,125
Provide outdoor fitness equipment. Place equipment on a
replacement schedule.
Added Amenity $75,000
Add sand volleyball court.Added Amenity $100,000
Provide new restroom facility for park users.Added Amenity $300,000
Repair tennis court surfacing.Addresses Deficiency $159,600
Improve drainage along pathways, fields, and play areas.Addresses Deficiency TBD
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Ladybug Park Recreation Center
Ladybug Park Recreation Center is a less than 2,000 square foot facility with a gathering area, small
sink and kitchenette, and restrooms. It used to have an attached pool, which has been filled in and
has recently been used as a community garden. The pool area is scheduled for renovation.
Table 41. Ladybug Park Recreation Center
Recommendation Type Cost
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or concrete.
Ensure paving provides access to all park amenities.
Addresses Deficiency $24,100 - $48,360
Address deferred maintenance for the recreation center
per the Rohnert Park Facility Condition Assessment report.
Addresses Deficiency $437,240
Add and replace picnic tables. Add benches, drinking
fountain, trash/recycling, and park signage. Place all
equipment on an equipment schedule.
Addresses Deficiency $56,000
Evaluate recreation center for best amenity to replace
drained pool/community garden.
Added Amenity TBD
Improve drainage along pathways, fields, and play areas.Addresses Deficiency TBD
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Lilac Tot Lot Park
Lilac Tot Lot is a small park less than a quarter-acre in size. It has an open and sloping lawn and one
entry from Lilac Way. The other entrance at the south of the park has been blocked by a fence.
Table 42. Lilac Tot Lot Park
Recommendation Type Cost
Remove fence restricting southern entrance.Addresses Deficiency TBD
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or concrete.
Ensure paving provides access to all park amenities.
Addresses Deficiency $8,400 - $16,800
Add benches.Addresses Deficiency $6,000
Repair/replace irrigation system.Addresses Deficiency $32,670
Create a habitat garden.Added Amenity TBD
Improve drainage along pathways.Addresses Deficiency TBD
Provide more shade by planting additional trees to align
with the Urban Forest Management Plan.
Policy TBD
Include in overall evaluation of tot lot and mini parks to
determine the best use of park space.
Policy N/A
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Lydia Court Mini Park
Lydia Court Mini Park is a less-than-an-acre park located on Lydia Court South. It has a newly
installed playground and path, the Lydia Commons Community Garden, a little free library, benches,
and a few picnic tables.
Table 43. Lydia Court Mini Park
Recommendation Type Cost
Add new and replace existing benches. Replace picnic
tables, ensuring ADA compliance. Add bike rack and park
signage. Place equipment on a replacement schedule.
Addresses Deficiency $25,000
Improve drainage along pathways, fields, and play areas.Addresses Deficiency TBD
Include in overall evaluation of tot lot and mini parks to
determine best use of park space.
Policy N/A
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Magnolia Park
Magnolia Park is a well-used nineteen-acre park with an inclusive elementary playground, sport
courts, a picnic area, sports fields, an open lawn, and a pool. Sports leagues and the Rohnert Park
Tennis Club often use the facilities. The inclusive elementary playground was installed in 2020. The
park is adjacent to Monte Vista Elementary School.
Table 44. Magnolia Park
Recommendation Type Cost
Evaluate existing pedestrian lighting for replacement/
repair needs.
Addresses Deficiency TBD
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or concrete.
Ensure paving provides access to all park amenities.
Addresses Deficiency $315,300 - $630,600
Evaluate maintenance and renovation needs of tennis
courts.
Addresses Deficiency TBD
Add and replace benches, drinking fountains, trash cans/
recycling. Add bike racks. Replace park signage.
Addresses Deficiency $200,000
Evaluate existing lighting at baseball/soccer fields and
tennis courts for replacement/repair needs.
Addresses Deficiency TBD
Increase offerings for rec swim, swimming lessons,
and aquatics programs, including updating hours for
increased access.
Policy TBD
Repair/replace irrigation system.Addresses Deficiency $2,482,920
Consider converting baseball, soccer, and softball fields
to synthetic turf, or repair and replace athletic fields and
to address holes, uneven surfaces, and trip hazards to
maximize usage. Repair and replace park grounds.
Addresses Deficiency $2,462,370-
$6,935,625
Provide fitness equipment. Place equipment on a
replacement schedule.
Added Amenity $75,000
Add a splash pad.Added Amenity $400,000
Improve and increase frequency of bathroom custodial
services.
Policy TBD
Evaluate need to resurface and/or relocate basketball
courts. Cost is for relocation.
Addresses Deficiency TBD
Provide more shade by planting additional trees to align
with the Urban Forest Management Plan.
Policy TBD
Provide expanded hours of operations for restroom
facilities.
Policy TBD
Update group picnic area, include shelters, picnic tables,
barbecues, and concrete surfacing. Ensure in ADA
compliance.
Added Amenity $435,000
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Maurice Fredericks Park
Maurice Fredericks Park is a five-acre park on Wisdom Lane. It is a heavily used neighborhood park
and is one of the most recently built parks in the city. It has an elementary and tot lot playground, a
basketball court, picnic area, soccer field/open lawn, and a dog park.
Table 45. Maurice Fredericks Park
Recommendation Type Cost
Repair soccer field (plan in place to replace as part of turf
maintenance program). Alternatively, consider converting
soccer field to synthetic turf.
Addresses Deficiency $158,625 - $739,150
Provide new sheltered picnic area with ADA-compliant
tables and concrete surfacing.
Added Amenity $200,000
Provide a restroom facility for park users.Added Amenity $300,000
Repair poor drainage in dog park.Addresses Deficiency TBD
Improve park drainage.Addresses Deficiency TBD
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Meadow Pines Mini Park
Meadow Pines Mini Park is a small park located on Civic Center Drive. It has a tot lot and open lawn.
Table 46. Meadow Pines Mini Park
Recommendation Type Cost
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or concrete.
Ensure paving provides access to all park amenities.
Addresses Deficiency $1,500 - $3,000
Add and replace benches, trash/recycling. Add drinking
fountain and park signage. Place all equipment on an
equipment replacement schedule.
Addresses Deficiency $38,000
Repair/replace irrigation system.Addresses Deficiency $111,100
Add a half-court basketball court or another teen-friendly
amenity.
Addresses Deficiency $100,000
Provide more shade by planting additional trees to align
with the Urban Forest Management Plan.
Policy TBD
Include in overall evaluation of tot lot and mini parks to
determine best use of park space.
Policy N/A
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Skate Park
The skate park parcel is located on Snyder Lane and is adjacent to Copeland Creek and the
Community Center complex. This parcel would make an ideal place for a skate park.
Table 47. Skate Park
Recommendation Type Cost
Add a skate park Added Amenity TBD
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Rainbow Park
Rainbow Park is a just under three-acre park located on Rosana Way. Amenities include an
elementary playground, sport courts, a picnic area, and an open and mounding lawn with
interspersed trees.
Table 48. Rainbow Park
Recommendation Type Cost
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or concrete.
Ensure paving provides access to all park amenities.
Addresses Deficiency $90,600 - $181,200
Add and replace benches, drinking fountains. Replace
picnic tables, trash/recycling. Add bike racks, park
signage. Place all equipment on an equipment
replacement schedule.
Addresses Deficiency $139,000
Evaluate tennis court lighting for repair and/or
replacement need.
Addresses Deficiency TBD
Repair/replace irrigation system.Addresses Deficiency $350,200
Repair and replace turfs to address holes, uneven
surfaces, and trip hazards to maximize usage.
Addresses Deficiency $60,318
Provide a new sheltered picnic area with replaced picnic
tables (ensuring ADA-compliance), barbecue and
podium, and concrete surfacing.
Added Amenity $215,000
Provide restroom facility.Added Amenity $300,000
Expand footprint of existing playground and update
equipment for all ages and abilities. Place equipment on
a replacement schedule.
Addresses Deficiency $373,300
Evaluate resurfacing of basketball and tennis courts or
consider conversion to a multi-use court.
Addresses Deficiency $164,000
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Roberts Lake Park
Roberts Lake Park is an eight-and-a-half-acre park and walking trail on the east side of Roberts Lake.
The park has an open and mounding lawn, piers, picnic areas, and a memorial space. The park is in
poor condition and experiences issues with erosion.
Table 49. Roberts Lake Park
Recommendation Type Cost
Repair lake edge to address erosion.Addresses Deficiency $207,000
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or concrete.
Ensure paving provides access to all park amenities.
Addresses Deficiency $288,000 - $369,000
Replace benches and picnic tables, ensuring ADA-
compliance. Add and replace drinking fountain and
trash cans/recycling. Add and park signage. Place all
equipment on a replacement schedule.
Addresses Deficiency $125,400
Evaluate pedestrian lighting for repair and/or replacement
needs.
Addresses Deficiency TBD
Provide a sheltered picnic area with picnic tables (ADA-
compliant), barbecue and counter, and concrete
surfacing.
Added Amenity $210,000
Consider aeration improvement for lake.Added Amenity TBD
Improve drainage along pathways, fields, and play areas.Addresses Deficiency TBD
Provide more shade by planting additional trees to align
with the Urban Forest Management Plan.
Policy TBD
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Rohnert Bark Dog Park
Rohnert Bark Dog Park is a less-than-an-acre park located just north of Robers Lake Park on Roberts
Lake Road. The Dog Park has two fenced areas: one for small dogs, and one for large dogs. Both
parks have benches, picnic tables, dog drinking fountains, trash receptacles, and dog bag dispensers.
The challenge for both parks is that they are not ADA-compliant.
Table 50. Rohnert Bark Dog Park
Recommendation Type Cost
Create an ADA-accessible entrance to the dog park.Addresses Deficiency $28,200
Bark mulch refresh, add benches, shelters, picnic tables
with ADA-compliance, and drinking fountains with pet
bowls.
Addresses Deficiency $56,400
Repair/replace irrigation system.Addresses Deficiency $108,500
Provide maintenance vehicle access to park.Addresses Deficiency TBD
Improve drainage along pathways, fields, and play areas.Addresses Deficiency TBD
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Scout Hut
The Scout Hut is a 1,300 square foot facility located at Alicia Park on Santa Alicia Drive. It is currently
leased to the Girl Scouts. The facility is worn out due to age and is surrounded by trees and planters.
There is some outdoor lighting, and a mural painted on the side of the building.
Table 51. Scout Hut
Recommendation Type Cost
Evaluate pedestrian lighting for repair and/or replacement
needs.
Addresses Deficiency $30,000
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or concrete.
Ensure paving provides access to all park amenities.
Addresses Deficiency $1,000 - $2,000
Address deferred maintenance per the Rohnert Park
Facility Condition Assessment report.
Addresses Deficiency $435,060
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Senior Citizen Center
The Senior Citizen Center is an 8,000 square foot facility in good condition. Amenities include a lobby,
offices, indoor gym, and a dining area. The center provides classes and rentals, and hosts bingo run
from a local nonprofit organization. The center is constrained by a lack of outdoor space for Seniors.
Table 52. Senior Citizen Center
Recommendation Type Cost
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or concrete.
Ensure paving provides access to all park amenities.
Addresses Deficiency $50,400 - $100,800
Address deferred maintenance per the Rohnert Park
Facility Condition Assessment report.
Addresses Deficiency $2,322,020
Increase fitness class offerings including scheduling
evening classes as well as low-impact classes.
Policy TBD
Create a plan for a long-term replacement of the Senior
Center that focuses on the full spectrum of senior needs.
Addresses Deficiency TBD
Add a small outdoor patio space to the center.Added Amenity $21,200
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Spreckels Performing Arts Center
Spreckels Performing Arts Center is a 42,000 square foot facility that is part of the Community Center
Complex. It has two theaters, offices, props and costume storage, a stage shop, green room, and
orchestra pit. The center hosts professional theatre performances, dance company recitals, and is
open for event rentals. Some constraints include a lack of ADA access to the offices, and flooding in
the orchestra pit.
Table 53. Spreckels Performing Arts Center
Recommendation Type Cost
Address deferred maintenance per the Rohnert Park
Facility Condition Assessment report. Address flooding in
the orchestra pit. Upstairs offices not ADA compliant
Addresses Deficiency $5,228,530
Replace existing bike racks. Place equipment on a
replacement schedule.
Addresses Deficiency $4,000
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Sunrise Park
Sunrise Park is a heavily used nine-acre park on Snyder Lane. It is across the Rohnert Park Expressway
from the Community Center Complex. The park has an all-weather synthetic turf field, pickleball
courts, a softball field, elementary playground and tot lot, basketball courts, and a picnic area. It’s
frequently used by soccer and lacrosse leagues. Additionally, a pickleball league uses the pickleball
courts. As one of the few parks with all-weather turf in the area, it is in high demand for field rentals.
Table 54. Sunrise Park
Recommendation Type Cost
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or concrete.
Ensure paving provides access to all park amenities.
Addresses Deficiency $102,000 - $204,000
Replace existing playground equipment to create an
all-ages all-abilities playground. Place equipment on a
replacement schedule.
Addresses Deficiency $415,400
Evaluate and repair cracks at the temporary and
permanent pickleball courts.
Addresses Deficiency TBD
Convert tennis courts to permanent pickleball courts. Added Amenity TBD
Add and replace benches, picnic tables, drinking
fountains, bike racks, trash/recycling, and park signage.
Place all equipment on an equipment replacement
schedule.
Addresses Deficiency $178,000
Evaluate existing pedestrian lighting for replacement/
repair needs.
Addresses Deficiency $135,000
Evaluate existing tennis court lighting for replacement/
repair needs.
Addresses Deficiency TBD
Repair/replace irrigation system.Addresses Deficiency $108,500
Convert softball infield to all-weather surfacing.Addresses Deficiency $432,500
Update two group picnic areas with shelters, concrete
surfacing, and ADA-compliant tables and barbecues, and
provide maintenance storage.
Added Amenity $430,000
Increase frequency of bathroom custodial services.Policy TBD
Resurface basketball courts.Addresses Deficiency $456,000
Improve drainage along pathways, fields, and play areas.Addresses Deficiency TBD
Expand hours of operations for restroom facilities.Policy TBD
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Twin Creeks
Twin Creeks Park, located on Kerry Road, is just under seven acres in size. It is one of the City’s highest
used parks. With basketball half-courts, an elementary playground and tot lot, and a soccer field and
baseball field, a picnic pavilion, and restrooms, this neighborhood park is frequently used by residents.
The park is newer and presents challenges for maintenance. Additionally, the baseball diamond is not
sized properly for league play.
Table 55. Twin Creeks
Recommendation Type Cost
Repair/replace irrigation system.Addresses Deficiency $892,550
Update fields per the Turf Replacement Program.Addresses Deficiency $606,225
Study sports field for potential reconfiguration.Addresses Deficiency TBD
Address restroom deferred maintenance.Addresses Deficiency $30,490
Increase park staff presence to control noise, garbage,
and park misuse.
Policy TBD
Improve drainage along pathways, fields, and play areas.Addresses Deficiency TBD
Provide more shade by planting additional trees to align
with the Urban Forest Management Plan.
Policy TBD
Replace and relocate existing oversize bleachers. If fields
are redesigned, bleachers could be used.
Addresses Deficiency TBD
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6.0 IMPLEMENTATION
Chapter 6 provides guidelines for Rohnert Park to implement the recommendations. The process
begins with prioritizing recommendations to ensure they align with the priorities and needs of the City
and community. This section provides an overview of the prioritization criteria and the ranking process
used to categorize these recommendations.
Once prioritization was complete, an Action Plan was developed that organizes recommendations
into a timeline based on assessed need and available resources.
6.1 Prioritization of recoMMenDations
criteria
Each park was evaluated based on a set of predefined categories to determine the ranking of each
recommendation. Points were assigned to each park for each category, and these points were then
totaled to calculate an overall score. Categories with higher scores indicate a higher priority.
The following table indicates the prioritization category and its description. Point allocation is
presented in the Appendix.
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Table 56. Recommendation of Prioritization Categories
Prioritization
Category
Description
Code and Regulation
Compliance
This category evaluates whether park amenities and facilities meet required
standards for issues of public health (sanitation), physical safety (i.e. tripping
hazards), and urgency (repair deferral impacts amenity use and public access). A
score indicates that the issues (i.e. public health, physical safety, urgency) are non-
compliant with local, state, and national codes, including but not limited to the
Americans with Disabilities Act, and should be addressed.
Safety and Security This category addresses the need for improved lighting infrastructure that enhances
safety and security within the parks and facilities recreation system. High priority
parks have a need for lighting because of their association with an existing building
or parking lot. Mid-level priority parks need lighting as none is present. Low priority
parks have some existing lighting.
Fulfills Unmet Needs Recommendations in this category address new elements, amenities, or policies that
meet identified gaps in the community’s needs. These unmet needs are based on
the Gap Analysis, identified by the City, or described in Inventory and Assessment
completed during the Parks and Recreation Master Planning process.1
Potential Revenue
Generation
This category indicates recommendations with potential to generate long-term
revenue (e.g. field rentals), short-term funding sources (e.g. one-time picnic rentals),
or both.
Included in Previous
Planning Efforts
Recommendations in this category have already been identified as goals, priorities,
or actions in prior planning documents for the City of Rohnert Park. Planning efforts
include:
1. The Draft Rohnert Park General Plan 2040
2. Hazard Mitigation Plan
3. Priority Development Area Plan
4. Master Plan Revisions to City Council
5. Comprehensive Audit Summary By Park
6. Community Services Recreation Program Cost Recovery Policy
Operational Efficiency This category evaluates recommendations that will result in significant savings in
staff time and City resources.
1 For an explanation of tiers, please see the Appendix.
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6.2 action Plan
An important component of the PRMP is the Action Plan.
The Action Plan categorizes the recommendations into three levels of priority: near-term, medium-
term, and long-term, which are defined in the Recommendation Priorities Table below.
Future needs will change for the City, and the Action Plan will serve as a roadmap to address these
changes.
Priority Park recoMMenDations
Recommendation Priorities and Types
The table below identifies the total number of recommendations for new amenities and deficiencies,
as included in the Action Plan.
Policies that apply to multiple parks are discussed separately later in this chapter.
Table 57. Recommendation Priorities
Timeline Recommendations Description Total
Near-term 15 Adds Amenities
93 Addresses Deficiencies
Potentially achievable in 0 to 5 years 111
Medium-term 18 Adds Amenities
93 Addresses Deficiencies
Potentially achievable in 5 to 10 years 111
Long-term 21 Adds Amenities
7 Addresses Deficiencies
Potentially achievable in 10+ years 28
Policy 39 Policies Policy (No timeline assigned)39
Total number of recommendations 289
Table 58. Recommendation Types
Recommendation Type Description Total
Addresses Deficiency Recommendations that improve existing conditions identified as
deficient, such as replacing or upgrading amenities at the end of their
lifecycle, or removing accessibility barriers to ensure ADA Compliance.
195
Added Amenity Recommendations focused on adding new amenities to expand and
enhance the City of Rohnert Park’s parks and recreation offerings.
55
Policy Administrative recommendations that support the City’s ability to
effectively deliver parks and recreation services.
39
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near terM
Categorization of near-term recommendations has primarily been determined by urgency and
perceived ability for the City to provide funding. These are the highest priority projects that are
potentially achievable within the next five years. Many recommendations that address deficiencies
are identified as near-term. The following table lists the proposed near-term recommendations, their
type, and opinion of probable cost.
Table 59. Near-Term Recommendations
Site Recommendation Type Cost
Alicia Park Join existing footprint of elementary age and tot lot
playgrounds, replace existing equipment to include all
ages/all abilities. Place equipment on a replacement
schedule.
Addresses
Deficiency
$530,340
Evaluate existing pedestrian lighting for replacement/
repair needs.
Addresses
Deficiency
$120,000
Add and replace benches, picnic tables, drinking
fountains, bike racks. Replace trash cans/recycling
and park signage. Place equipment on a replacement
schedule.
Addresses
Deficiency
$176,000
Repair and replace irrigation system. Addresses
Deficiency
$653,400
Provide new restroom facilities at futsal court. Address
deferred maintenance for existing restrooms near south
parking lot.
Added Amenity $389,230
Benicia Park Evaluate existing pedestrian lighting for replacement/
repair needs.
Addresses
Deficiency
$45,000
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or
concrete, including adding a pathway between the
Benicia Recreation Center and the Burton Pool facility.
Ensure paving provides access to all amenities.
Addresses
Deficiency
$96,600 -
$193,200
Add and replace benches, drinking fountains, and
barbecues. Replace existing picnic tables to include
ADA-compliant tables, as well as the bike rack and
trash cans/recycling. Place all equipment on an
equipment schedule.
Addresses
Deficiency
$126,000
Repair/replace irrigation system. Addresses
Deficiency
$784,100
Update group picnic area with concrete surfacing,
shelter, BBQ and counter. Ensure addition of ADA-
compliant picnic tables.
Added Amenity $195,000
Benicia Park
Recreation
Center
Add and replace benches in the garden area outside of
the recreation center.
Addresses
Deficiency
$12,000
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Table 59. Near-Term Recommendations
Site Recommendation Type Cost
Callinan Sports &
Fitness Center
Dedicate a room to group exercise which would result
in a full-service fitness center and increase membership
revenue.
Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
Carlita Circle Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or
concrete from sidewalk to play equipment and
benches.
Addresses
Deficiency
$1,000 -
$2,000
Add site furnishings: benches, picnic table (ADA
compliant), a drinking fountain, and a trash can.
Addresses
Deficiency
$26,000
Repair/replace irrigation system. Addresses
Deficiency
$32,670
Caterpillar Park Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or
concrete. Ensure paving provides access to all park
amenities.
Addresses
Deficiency
$67,980 -
$135,960
Replace existing play equipment. Ensure new
equipment is for all ages and abilities. Place all
equipment on a replacement schedule.
Addresses
Deficiency
$378,780
Add and replace benches and picnic tables, ensuring
ADA-compliance. Replace trash cans/recycling. Place
all equipment on a replacement schedule.
Addresses
Deficiency
$40,000
Repair/replace irrigation system. Addresses
Deficiency
$392,100
Repair and replace turf at soccer field area to address
holes, uneven surfaces, and trip hazards to maximize
usage. Ensure compliance with the turf management/
replacement plan in progress.
Addresses
Deficiency
$27,000
Cielo Park Add benches, picnic table (ensure ADA-compliance),
drinking fountain, and bike rack. Replace existing trash
can/recycling. Place all equipment on a replacement
schedule.
Addresses
Deficiency
$36,000
Civic Center Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or
concrete. Ensure paving provides access to all park
amenities.
Addresses
Deficiency
$11,100 -
$22,200
Proceed with efforts to redesign and replace the
existing play equipment with appropriated funding.
Ensure new equipment provides opportunities for
all ages and abilities. Place all equipment on a
replacement schedule.
Addresses
Deficiency
N/A
Add and replace picnic tables, ensuring ADA-
compliance. Replace trash can/recycling. Place all
equipment on an equipment replacement schedule.
Added Amenity $19,000
Repair/replace irrigation system.Addresses
Deficiency
$32,670
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Table 59. Near-Term Recommendations
Site Recommendation Type Cost
Colegio Vista
Park
Evaluate need to provide sports lighting as part of
redesign/conceptual design efforts.
Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
Add benches, trash cans/recycling, and drinking
fountains. Add and replace benches, picnic tables
(ensuring ADA-compliance), and barbecues. Place all
equipment on an equipment replacement schedule.
Addresses
Deficiency
$148,500
Address deferred maintenance for restroom.Addresses
Deficiency
$108,180
Improve drainage along pathways, fields, and play
areas. Address drainage as part of park updates
generated from conceptual plan/redesign efforts.
Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
Create a concept plan for the redesign of the park
that focuses on providing athletic fields, connectivity
to amenities, new sports field and pathway lighting, an
updated playground footprint, additional picnic group
area, and potential sport courts.
Added Amenity TBD
Community
Center
Replace existing benches and bike racks, and trash/
recycling. Place all equipment on an equipment
replacement schedule.
Addresses
Deficiency
$46,000
Dorotea Park Provide ADA Parking at the north entrance to the park
(2 stalls and shared aisle).
Addresses
Deficiency
$20,000
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or
concrete. Ensure paving provides access to all park
amenities.
Addresses
Deficiency
$101,700 -
$203,400
Add and replace benches, picnic tables (ensure ADA-
compliance), drinking fountains, trash cans/recycling,
and park signage. Add bike racks and barbecues.
Place all equipment on an equipment schedule.
Addresses
Deficiency
$169,000
Evaluate existing lighting for replacement or repair.Addresses
Deficiency
$75,000
Replace existing fitness equipment along walking path. Added Amenity $75,000
Evaluate use of expansive lawn area/softball field -
including potential for alternative uses.
Added Amenity $420,000
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Table 59. Near-Term Recommendations
Site Recommendation Type Cost
Eagle Park Provide curb ramps for ADA-compliance at street
parking.
Addresses
Deficiency
$7,500
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or
concrete. Ensure paving provides access to all park
amenities.
Addresses
Deficiency
$92,550 -
$185,100
Evaluate existing pedestrian lighting for replacement/
repair needs.
Addresses
Deficiency
$60,000
Evaluate existing sports lighting for replacement and/or
repair.
Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
Repair and replace soccer and softball field turf to
address holes, uneven surfaces, and trip hazards to
maximize usage.
Addresses
Deficiency
$1,049,300
Address drainage issues at baseball/soccer field. Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
Field of Friends Add benches, drinking fountain with pet bowl, and bark
mulch. Replace trash cans, park signage. Place all
equipment on a replacement schedule.
Addresses
Deficiency
$87,100
Improve drainage in dog park.Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
Improve maintenance in dog park. Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
Five Creek Park Minor irrigation maintenance. Addresses
Deficiency
$10,000
Create a group picnic area: use existing shade
structure, add picnic tables and barbecue
Added Amenity $30,000
Golis Park Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or
concrete. Update paving that is cracking and uneven.
Provide an ADA-compliant path to the softball and
soccer fields.
Addresses
Deficiency
$196,500 -
$393,000
Add and replace benches, picnic tables, drinking
fountains, and trash cans/recycling. Replace bike racks
and barbecues. Place all equipment on an equipment
replacement plan.
Addresses
Deficiency
$174,000
Repair and replace irrigation system.Addresses
Deficiency
$1,698,900
Improve drainage along pathways, fields, and play
areas.
Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
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Table 59. Near-Term Recommendations
Site Recommendation Type Cost
Hinebaugh Creek
Park
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or
concrete. This is an 8’ pathway from the trail to the
picnic table. This also includes the new concrete pad
for the table.
Addresses
Deficiency
$2,830 -
$5,686
Replace existing picnic table to make it ADA-compliant
and accessible.
Addresses
Deficiency
$16,000
Honeybee Park Add and replace benches, bike racks, and trash
cans/recycling. Replace playground picnic tables,
barbecues. Add park signage. Place all equipment on
an equipment replacement schedule.
Addresses
Deficiency
$128,000
Address mechanical room pool improvements. Addresses
Deficiency
$386,510
Repair and replace irrigation system. Addresses
Deficiency
$1,306,800
Provide new restroom facility for park users. Added Amenity $300,000
Jasmine Tot Lot
Park
Add and replace benches and park signage. Add trash
can/recycling. Place all equipment on an equipment
replacement schedule.
Addresses
Deficiency
$12,000
Lacrosse Mini-
Park
Replace benches and park signage. Add trash can/
recycling. Place all equipment on an equipment
replacement schedule.
Addresses
Deficiency
$12,000
Repair and replace irrigation system. Addresses
Deficiency
$111,100
Repair lawn surfacing. Addresses
Deficiency
$100,000
Replace half-court basketball court, ensure ADA-
compliant access.
Addresses
Deficiency
$100,000
Improve drainage along pathways, fields, and play
areas.
Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
Ladybug Park Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or
concrete. Ensure paving provides access to all park
amenities.
Addresses
Deficiency
$90,600 -
$181,200
Add and replace benches, drinking fountains, and trash
cans/recycling. Replace park signage. Add bike racks.
Place all equipment on a replacement schedule.
Addresses
Deficiency
$115,000
Improve drainage along pathways, fields, and play
areas.
Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
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Site Recommendation Type Cost
Ladybug Park
Recreation
Center
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or
concrete. Ensure paving provides access to all park
amenities.
Addresses
Deficiency
$24,100 -
$48,360
Add and replace picnic tables. Add benches, drinking
fountain, trash/recycling, and park signage. Place all
equipment on an equipment schedule.
Addresses
Deficiency
$56,000
Lilac Tot Lot Park Remove fence restricting southern entrance. Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or
concrete. Ensure paving provides access to all park
amenities.
Addresses
Deficiency
$8,400 -
$16,800
Add benches. Addresses
Deficiency
$6,000
Repair/replace irrigation system. Addresses
Deficiency
$32,670
Improve drainage along pathways, fields, and play
areas.
Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
Lydia Court Mini
Park
Add new and replace existing benches. Replace picnic
tables, ensuring ADA compliance. Add bike rack and
park signage. Place equipment on a replacement
schedule.
Addresses
Deficiency
$25,000
Improve drainage along pathways, fields, and play
areas.
Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
Magnolia Park Evaluate maintenance and renovation needs of tennis
courts.
Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
Add and replace benches, drinking fountains, trash
cans/recycling. Add bike racks. Replace park signage.
Addresses
Deficiency
$200,000
Repair/replace irrigation system.Addresses
Deficiency
$2,482,920
Maurice
Fredericks Park
Repair soccer field (plan in place to replace as part
of turf maintenance program. Alternatively, consider
converting soccer field to synthetic turf.
Addresses
Deficiency
$158,625
-$793,150
Provide new sheltered picnic area with ADA-compliant
tables and concrete surfacing.
Added Amenity $200,000
Provide a restroom facility for park users. Added Amenity $300,000
Repair poor drainage in dog park. Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
Improve park drainage. Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
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Table 59. Near-Term Recommendations
Site Recommendation Type Cost
Meadow Pines
Mini-Park
Add and replace benches, trash/recycling. Add drinking
fountain and park signage. Place all equipment on an
equipment replacement schedule.
Addresses
Deficiency
$38,000
Add a half-court basketball court or another teen-
friendly amenity.
Addresses
Deficiency
$122,000
Parcel adjacent
to Spreckels
Add a skate park Added Amenity $150,000
Rainbow Park Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or
concrete. Ensure paving provides access to all park
amenities.
Addresses
Deficiency
$90,600 -
$181,200
Add and replace benches, drinking fountains. Replace
picnic tables, trash/recycling. Add bike racks, park
signage. Place all equipment on an equipment
replacement schedule.
Addresses
Deficiency
$139,000
Repair/replace irrigation system. Addresses
Deficiency
$350,200
Repair and replace turfs to address holes, uneven
surfaces, and trip hazards to maximize usage.
Addresses
Deficiency
$60,318
Provide a new sheltered picnic area with replaced
picnic tables (ensuring ADA-compliance), barbecue
and podium, and concrete surfacing.
Added Amenity $215,000
Provide restroom facility. Added Amenity $300,000
Roberts Lake Repair lake edge to address erosion. Addresses
Deficiency
$207,000
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or
concrete. Ensure paving provides access to all park
amenities.
Addresses
Deficiency
$288,000
-$369,000
Replace benches and picnic tables, ensuring ADA-
compliance. Add and replace drinking fountain and
trash cans/recycling. Add and park signage. Place all
equipment on a replacement schedule.
Addresses
Deficiency
$125,400
Provide a sheltered picnic area with picnic tables
(ADA-compliant), barbecue and counter, and concrete
surfacing.
Added Amenity $210,000
Consider aeration improvement for lake. Added Amenity TBD
Improve drainage along pathways, fields, and play
areas.
Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
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Site Recommendation Type Cost
Rohnert Bark Dog
Park
Create an ADA-accessible entrance to dog parks. Addresses
Deficiency
$28,200 -
$56,400
Bark mulch refresh, add benches, shelters, picnic tables
with ADA-compliance, and drinking fountains with pet
bowls.
Addresses
Deficiency
$248,800
Provide maintenance vehicle access to park. Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
Improve drainage along pathways, fields, and play
areas. - Improve Park Drainage
Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
Spreckels
Performing Arts
Center
Replace existing bike racks. Place equipment on a
replacement schedule.
Addresses
Deficiency
$4,000
Sunrise Park Evaluate and repair cracks at the temporary and
permanent pickleball courts.
Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
Convert tennis courts to permanent pickleball courts. Added Amenity TBD
Add and replace benches, picnic tables, drinking
fountains, bike racks, trash/recycling, and park signage.
Place all equipment on an equipment replacement
schedule.
Addresses
Deficiency
$178,000
Repair/replace irrigation system. Addresses
Deficiency
$108,500
Convert softball infield to all-weather surfacing Addresses
Deficiency
$432,500
Twin Creeks Park Update fields per the Turf Replacement Program. Addresses
Deficiency
$606,225
Address restroom deferred maintenance Addresses
Deficiency
$30,490
Improve drainage along pathways, fields, and play
areas.
Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
MeDiuM-terM
Medium-term recommendations are considered second-priority projects for the City of Rohnert Park.
These projects are potentially implementable within the next five to ten years. These recommendations
align with City and community priorities identified in the Needs Assessment. The following table
identifies the medium-term priority projects and estimated ROM costs.
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Table 60. Medium-Term Recommendations
Site Recommendation Type Cost
Alicia Park Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or
concrete. Ensure paving provides access to all
amenities.
Addresses
Deficiency
$74,700 -
$149,400
Evaluate existing baseball field lighting for
replacement and/or repair needs.
Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
Either convert existing baseball field to all-weather
surfacing, or repair and replace baseball field turf
to address holes, uneven surfaces, and trip hazards.
Create plan for capital replacement if using synthetic
turf.
Addresses
Deficiency
$451,900 -
$1,019,500
Improve drainage along pathways, fields, and play
areas.
Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
Benicia Park Build out elementary aged playground to a larger
footprint, and include all-ages all-abilities equipment,
remove existing tot lot and consider replacing
with alternative amenity. Place all equipment on a
replacement schedule.
Addresses
Deficiency
$ 367,230
Evaluate existing baseball field lighting for
replacement and/or repair needs.
Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
Provide outdoor fitness equipment. Evaluate desire
for par course equipment or fixed weight and cardio
equipment.
Added Amenity $75,000
Improve drainage along pathways, fields, and play
areas.
Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
Either convert existing baseball field to all-weather
surfacing, or repair and replace baseball field turf
to address holes, uneven surfaces, and trip hazards.
Create plan for capital replacement if all-weather
surfacing is used.
Addresses
Deficiency
$651,960 -
$1,128,000
Repair and replace surfacing and equipment for
basketball court.
Addresses
Deficiency
$87,360
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Site Recommendation Type Cost
Benicia Park
Recreation
Center
Evaluate need to repair/replace existing lighting in
parking lot. There is a potential need for pathway
lighting to the parking lot. The Park and Recreation
committee is addressing this need. Action taken on
this recommendation shall be in line with their efforts.
Addresses
Deficiency
$30,000
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or
concrete. Ensure paving provides access to all park
amenities.
Addresses
Deficiency
$9,000 -
$18,000
Address deferred maintenance on building. Addresses
Deficiency
$1,020,600
Improve drainage along pathways, fields, and play
areas.
Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
Burton Ave Park
Recreation
Center
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or
concrete. Ensure paving provides access to all park
amenities.
Addresses
Deficiency
$43,360 -
$86,760
Address deferred maintenance on both the recreation
center and the adjacent storage building.
Addresses
Deficiency
$1,755,910
Repair/replace irrigation system. Addresses
Deficiency
$199,950
Improve drainage along pathways, fields, and play
areas.
Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
Redesign front entry, including adding a nice photo
opportunity space to use during event rentals.
Added Amenity TBD
Callinan Sports
& Fitness Center
Address deferred maintenance per the Rohnert Park
Facility Condition Assessment report. Address issues
of no heating, ventilation, or air conditioning. Lighting
renovation. Roof leaks
Addresses
Deficiency
$3,147,810
Replace benches throughout the Community Center
Complex Courtyard. Add and replace picnic tables,
ensuring ADA-compliance. Place equipment on a
replacement schedule.
Addresses
Deficiency
$79,000
Repair/replace irrigation system for the field south of
the Center. Complete this recommendation as part of
any redesign efforts for the field space.
Addresses
Deficiency
$229,500
Provide clear access to the Copeland Creek Trail from
the center.
Addresses
Deficiency
$13,200
Evaluate need to repair and replace the field to the
south of the Center.
Addresses
Deficiency
$382,500
Re-design a portion of the south field as an event
space capable of accommodating vendors, stages,
and programmable space
Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
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Site Recommendation Type Cost
Carlita Circle Update existing equipment, ensuring that it provides
for all-abilities.
Addresses
Deficiency
$137,340
Repair drainage in play area when replacing play
equipment.
Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
Caterpillar Park Evaluate existing pedestrian lighting for replacement/
repair needs.
Addresses
Deficiency
$120,000
Repair drainage in play area and along pathways.
Repair play drainage during play area update.
Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
Cielo Park Re-surface basketball court Addresses
Deficiency
$34,932
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or
concrete. Ensure paving provides access to all park
amenities.
Addresses
Deficiency
$18,180 -
$36,360
Evaluate and add an amenity to replace the removed
picnic area/play structure.
Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
Civic Center Add a group picnic pavilion, including a shelter, ADA-
compliant picnic tables, and concrete surfacing.
Added Amenity $195,000
Colegio Vista
Park
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or
concrete. Ensure paving provides access to all park
amenities. May be completed in conjunction or under
creation of a concept plan.
Addresses
Deficiency
$62,400 -
$124,800
Evaluate the need to replace and/or repair the existing
pedestrian lighting.
Addresses
Deficiency
$18,000
Redesign, expand, and replace existing playground
footprint to accommodate all age groups, providing
all-abilities equipment. Place all equipment on a
replacement schedule.
Addresses
Deficiency
$400,870
Either replace the baseball field surfacing with
synthetic turf, or repair and replace turf to address
holes, uneven surfaces, and trip hazards to maximize
usage. If replacing with synthetic turf, requires capital
improvement.
Addresses
Deficiency
$679,100
Repair/replace irrigation system. Addresses
Deficiency
$653,400
Add sheltered group picnic area including a shelter,
picnic tables, barbecues and counters, and concrete
surfacing.
Added Amenity $430,000
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Table 60. Medium-Term Recommendations
Site Recommendation Type Cost
Community
Center
Address deferred maintenance per the Rohnert Park
Facility Condition Assessment report. Roof leaks, gas
line issue, and atrium renovation. Address bar sink in
multi-use room that does not drain
Addresses
Deficiency
$3,095,120
Repair/replace irrigation system for the lawn northwest
of the community center.
Addresses
Deficiency
$282,000
Repair and replace turf lawn northwest of the
community center.
Addresses
Deficiency
$470,000
Dorotea Park Repair/replace irrigation system. Addresses
Deficiency
$784,100
Either convert existing softball surfacing to synthetic
turf or repair existing turf to address holes, uneven
surfaces, and trip hazards to maximize usage. If
converting to synthetic turf, will need to plan for
capital replacement.
Added Amenity $257,500 -
$1,287,500
Improve drainage along pathways, fields, and play
areas.
Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
Maintain, repair, and/or replace surfacing of
basketball court and tennis courts. Consider replacing
with multi-use courts.
Addresses
Deficiency
$90,400
Eagle Park Add and replace benches and drinking fountains.
Replace trash cans/recycling, existing park rules
signage, barbecues, and existing picnic tables,
ensuring ADA-compliance. Add bike racks. Place all
equipment on a replacement schedule.
Addresses
Deficiency
$120,000
Repair and replace irrigation system. Addresses
Deficiency
$1,306,800
Evaluate use of tennis courts and address need to
repair surfacing, or consider an alternative amenity or
multi-use court.
Added Amenity TBD or
$660,800
Field of Friends Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or
concrete. Ensure paving provides access to all park
amenities.
Addresses
Deficiency
$20,100 -
$40,200
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Site Recommendation Type Cost
Golis Park Evaluate pedestrian lighting for repair and/or
replacement needs.
Addresses
Deficiency
$75,000
Evaluate baseball field and tennis/basketball court
lighting for repair and/or replacement needs.
Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
Consider replacing baseball field, soccer field,
and softball fields with synthetic turf for year-round
use. Otherwise, repair and replace athletic fields to
address holes, uneven surfaces, and trip hazards to
maximize usage. Address need to repair open lawn
turf. Synthetic turf will have higher use fees and more
frequent use, will need to plan for capital replacement.
Addresses
Deficiency
$1,724,990
-$5,752,000
Evaluate need to and resurface tennis, pickleball,
basketball, and multi-sport courts.
Addresses
Deficiency
$423,780
Honeybee Park Evaluate pedestrian lighting for repair and/or
replacement needs.
Addresses
Deficiency
$120,000
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or
concrete. Ensure paving provides access to all park
amenities.
Addresses
Deficiency
$121,125 -
$242,250
Expand the existing elementary aged playground
footprint to accommodate new equipment for all age
groups. The cost is for new equipment and surfacing.
Place equipment on a replacement schedule.
Consider replacing tot lot footprint with alternative
amenity.
Addresses
Deficiency
$364,120
Evaluate tennis court and basketball lighting for repair
and/or replacement needs.
Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
Repair lawn surfacing. Addresses
Deficiency
$545,000
Evaluate ability/desire to regrade mounding turf for
youth soccer fields or dog park. Mound removal
excluded from costs.
Addresses
Deficiency
$1,213,920
Evaluate need to resurface tennis and basketball
courts.
Addresses
Deficiency
$316,620
Update group picnic area with shade shelter, picnic
tables (ADA-compliant), barbecue and counter (2),
and concrete surfacing.
Added Amenity $200,420
Jasmine Tot Lot
Park
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or
concrete. Ensure paving provides access to all park
amenities.
Addresses
Deficiency
$34,800 -
$69,600
Repair and replace irrigation system. Addresses
Deficiency
$32,700
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Site Recommendation Type Cost
Lacrosse Mini-
Park
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or
concrete. Ensure paving provides access to all park
amenities.
Addresses
Deficiency
$26,640 -
$53,280
Ladybug Park Update picnic area to include shelter structure,
replacement of picnic tables (for ADA-compliance),
barbecue and counter, concrete surfacing.
Added Amenity $130,000
Replace and expand playground equipment and
footprint to accommodate all age groups and
abilities. Place equipment on a replacement schedule.
Added Amenity $429,000
Evaluate existing pedestrian lighting for repair/
replacement needs. Consider moving or removing
lighting that is currently in the middle of the
playground.
Addresses
Deficiency
$90,000
Repair/replace irrigation system. Addresses
Deficiency
$653,400
Provide updated connection to creek trail. Addresses
Deficiency
$24,000
Consider replacing the existing soccer field with all-
weather turf. Alternatively, repair and replace the field
park grounds to address holes, uneven surfaces, and
trip hazards to maximize usage.
Addresses
Deficiency
$158,700 -
$793,125
Provide outdoor fitness equipment. Place equipment
on a replacement schedule.
Added Amenity $75,000
Add sand volleyball court. Added Amenity $100,000
Provide new restroom facility for park users. Added Amenity $300,000
Repair tennis court surfacing. Addresses
Deficiency
$159,600
Ladybug Park
Recreation
Center
Address deferred maintenance for the recreation
center per the Rohnert Park Facility Condition
Assessment report.
Addresses
Deficiency
$437,240
Evaluate recreation center for best amenity to replace
drained pool/community garden.
Added Amenity TBD
Improve drainage along pathways, fields, and play
areas.
Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
Lilac Tot Lot Park Create a habitat garden. Added Amenity TBD
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Site Recommendation Type Cost
Magnolia Park Evaluate existing pedestrian lighting for replacement/
repair needs.
Addresses
Deficiency
$240,000
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or
concrete. Ensure paving provides access to all park
amenities.
Addresses
Deficiency
$315,300 -
$630,600
Evaluate existing lighting at baseball/soccer fields and
tennis courts for replacement/repair needs.
Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
Consider converting baseball, soccer, and softball
fields to synthetic turf, or repair and replace athletic
fields and to address holes, uneven surfaces, and trip
hazards to maximize usage. Repair and replace park
grounds.
Addresses
Deficiency
$2,462,370 -
$6,935,625
Provide fitness equipment. Place equipment on a
replacement schedule.
Added Amenity $75,000
Evaluate need to resurface and/or relocate basketball
courts. Cost is for relocation.
Addresses
Deficiency
$135,660
Update group picnic area with shelters, picnic tables
(including ADA-compliant), barbecue and podium,
concrete surfacing.
Added Amenity $435,000
Meadow Pines
Mini-Park
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or
concrete. Ensure paving provides access to all park
amenities.
Addresses
Deficiency
$1,500 -
$3,000
Repair/replace irrigation system. Addresses
Deficiency
$111,100
Rainbow Park Evaluate tennis court lighting for repair and/or
replacement need.
Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
Expand footprint of existing playground and update
equipment for all ages and abilities. Place equipment
on a replacement schedule.
Addresses
Deficiency
$373,300
Evaluate resurfacing of basketball and tennis courts or
consider conversion to a multi-use court.
Addresses
Deficiency
$164,000
Roberts Lake Evaluate pedestrian lighting for repair and/or
replacement needs.
Addresses
Deficiency
$60,000
Repair/replace irrigation system. Addresses
Deficiency
$1,110,800
Rohnert Bark
Dog Park
Repair/replace irrigation system. Addresses
Deficiency
$108,500
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Site Recommendation Type Cost
Scout Hut Evaluate pedestrian lighting for repair and/or
replacement needs.
Addresses
Deficiency
$30,000.00
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or
concrete. Ensure paving provides access to all park
amenities.
Addresses
Deficiency
$1,000 -
$2,000
Address deferred maintenance per the Rohnert Park
Facility Condition Assessment report.
Addresses
Deficiency
$435,060.00
Senior Citizen
Center
Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or
concrete. Ensure paving provides access to all park
amenities.
Addresses
Deficiency
$50,400 -
$100,800
Address deferred maintenance per the Rohnert Park
Facility Condition Assessment report.
Addresses
Deficiency
$2,322,020
Add a small outdoor patio space to the center. Added Amenity $21,200
Spreckels
Performing Arts
Center
Address deferred maintenance per the Rohnert
Park Facility Condition Assessment report. Address
flooding in the orchestra pit. Upstairs offices not ADA
compliant.
Addresses
Deficiency
$5,228,530
Sunrise Park Install new ADA-compliant paving, either AC or
concrete. Ensure paving provides access to all park
amenities.
Addresses
Deficiency
$102,000 -
$204,000
Replace existing playground equipment to create an
all-ages all-abilities playground. Place equipment on
a replacement schedule.
Addresses
Deficiency
$415,400
Evaluate existing pedestrian lighting for replacement/
repair needs.
Addresses
Deficiency
$135,000
Evaluate existing tennis court lighting for replacement/
repair needs.
Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
Update two group picnic areas with shelters, concrete
surfacing, and ADA-compliant tables and barbecues,
and provide maintenance storage.
Added Amenity $430,000
Resurface basketball courts. Addresses
Deficiency
$456,000
Improve drainage along pathways, fields, and play
areas.
Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
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Table 60. Medium-Term Recommendations
Site Recommendation Type Cost
Twin Creeks Park Repair/replace irrigation system. Addresses
Deficiency
$892,550
Study sports field for potential reconfiguration. Addresses
Deficiency
$550,000
Replace and relocate existing oversize bleachers. If
fields are redesigned, bleachers could be used.
Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
long terM
Long-term recommendations are third priority projects in the PRMP, and potentially achievable in ten or more
years. These projects address gaps in the existing recreation system but may not be as urgent as the near-term
and medium-term recommendations.
Table 61. Long-Term Recommendations
Site Recommendation Type Cost
Alicia Park Provide outdoor fitness equipment in Alicia Park - evaluate
if par course or fixed cardio/weight equipment is desired
by community.
Added
Amenity
$75,000
Add a basketball court.Added
Amenity
$200,000
Update existing picnic area including providing a new
shelter, picnic tables, a barbecue and counter, and
concrete surfacing.
Added
Amenity
$215,000
Benicia Park Add sand volleyball court, either as a replacement for the
tot lot or behind Benicia Recreation Center.
Added
Amenity
$50,000
Burton Ave
Recreation
Center
Provide more shade by planting additional trees to align
with the Urban Forest Management Plan.
Policy TBD
Caterpillar Park Add a group picnic pavilion, including a shade structure,
two picnic tables, a barbecue and counter, and concrete
surfacing.
Added
Amenity
$200,000
Senior Citizen
Center
Create a plan for a long-term replacement of the Senior
Center that focuses on the full spectrum of senior needs.
Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
Twin Creeks Park Provide more shade by planting additional trees to align
with the Urban Forest Management Plan.
Addresses
Deficiency
TBD
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aDDitional Park recoMMenDations
The Gold Ridge Recreation Complex has been addressed separately from other park
recommendations due to the development of a conceptual plan. The completion of the Gold Ridge
Recreation Building and park redesign will require significant resources, time, and community input.
All recommendations related to the Gold Ridge Complex are identified as long-term. While these
recommendations address identified gaps in the parks and recreation facilities system, priority has
been given to updating and maintaining existing parks and recreation facility amenities before
embarking on a redesign of the Gold Ridge Complex. During the community outreach process,
maintaining and improving existing amenities was identified as a key priority over adding new ones.
The concept design of the Gold Ridge Recreation Complex reflects needs identified by the community
that will strengthen the parks and recreation facilities system. The following table outlines the added
amenities included in the concept design.
While the recommendations can be categorized into Added Amenity, Addresses Deficiency, and
Policy, the majority of recommendations focus on adding new amenities.
Figure 10: Gold Ridge Recreation Complex Concept Plan
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Table 62. Gold Ridge Recreation Building Recommendations
Recommendation Cost
Address deferred maintenance for the recreation center building per the Rohnert
Park Facility Condition Assessment report.
$2,421,640
Add 2 Curb ramps and ADA accessible parking (2 stalls and shared aisle). $35,000
Table 63. Gold Ridge Park Recommendations
Recommendation Cost
Provide pathway lighting as part of the redesign of the park. $210,000
Install 4’ wide ADA-compliant paving, either AC or concrete. Ensure paving
provides access to all park amenities.
$705,000 - $1,410,000
Add benches, 21 picnic tables (including ADA-compliant), drinking fountains, bike
racks, trash cans/recycling, and park signage.
$175,000
Provide new lighting for proposed sport fields and courts as part of the redesign of
the park.
TBD
Repair/replace irrigation system. $767,100
Expand soccer field to 11 v. 11 size. $290,000
Build inclusive/ all abilities destination playground. $2,000,000
Evaluate options to either repair and replace soccer field turf to address holes,
uneven surfaces, and trip hazards to maximize usage, or convert to synthetic turf.
Conversion to synthetic turf will provide higher use fees and more frequent use -
will need to plan for capital replacement. Repairing and replacing turf will reduce
maintenance costs.
$2900,00 - $1,450,000
Provide outdoor fitness equipment - fixed cardio and strength training. Place
equipment on a replacement schedule.
$75,000
Add bocce ball courts. $780,000
Provide a restroom facility for park users. $300,000
Improve drainage along pathways, fields, and play areas. TBD
Provide more shade by planting additional trees to align with the Urban Forest
Management Plan.
TBD
Add Basketball Courts. $400,000
Add Volleyball courts. $100,000
Add a splash pad. $400,000
Add a walking/fitness track. $21,853,440.00
Provide a dog park. $78,224
Add a youth fitness challenge course. $62,000 - $105,000
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Policy recoMMenDations
The policy recommendations apply to multiple parks and/or the entire parks and recreation facility
system. These have been separated and detailed in the following table. Many of the policies do
not yet have associated costs. The table lists each policy along with the parks affected by it. These
recommendations are in addition to those policies identified in the General Plan.
Policy recommendations should apply to future added amenities.
Table 64. Policy Recommendations
Policy Park Locations Total Recommendations
per Policy
Improve and increase frequency of bathroom
custodial services.
Alicia Park, Colegio Vista Park,
Dorotea Park, Eagle Park, Golis
Park, Honeybee Park, Magnolia
Park, Sunrise Park.
8
Improve Maintenance for Dog Parks.Field of Friends 1
Evaluate tot lot and mini parks to determine
best use of park space. Current mini parks are
often underutilized, difficult to maintain and
sometimes missing equipment. Possible future
uses could focus on passive gardens where
neighbors can sit, where habitat gardens can
be created, picnic tables added, or similar.
Carlita Circle, Civic Center, Five
Creek Park, Jasmine Tot Lot
Park, Lacrosse Mini-Park, Lilac
Tot Lot Park, Lydia Court Mini
Park, Meadow Pines Mini-Park
8
Increase Fitness Class offerings including
scheduling evening classes as well as low-
impact classes.
Burton Avenue Park Recreation
Center, Callinan Sports &
Fitness Center, Community
Center, Gold Ridge Recreation
Building, Senior Citizen Center
5
Increase offerings for rec swim, swimming
lessons, and aquatics programs, including
updating hours for increased public access.
Benicia Pool, Honeybee Park,
Magnolia Park
3
Increase park staff presence to enforce park
rules.
Twin Creeks Park 1
Provide expanded hours of operation for
restroom facilities.
Alicia Park, Golis Park,
Magnolia Park, Sunrise Park
4
Provide more shade by planting additional
trees to align with the Urban Forest
Management Plan.
Caterpillar Park, Civic Center,
Colegio Vista Park, Golis Park,
Honeybee Park, Jasmine Tot
Lot Park, Lilac Tot Lot Park,
Magnolia Park, Meadow Pines
Mini-Park, Roberts Lake, Twin
Creeks Park
11
Total number of Policy Recommendations 39
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6.3 funDing Plan
The funding strategy reviews the City’s existing funding sources and proposes a strategic approach to
secure future funding sources that are relevant to the recommendations presented.
estiMateD Plan iMPleMentation costs
The Parks and Recreation Master Plan has identified several one-time investments in capital
improvement projects as well as ongoing investments in operations and maintenance that would
enhance the quality of parks and recreation opportunities for the residents of Rohnert Park. These
potential projects and investments and their estimated costs are summarized below. As noted in
the subsequent funding sections, the ability of and timing for implementation of these additional
investments will depend on funding availability.
Capital Improvement Costs
The Plan has identified proposed capital improvements to 26 parks and 9 facilities, for a total of
cost of about $99 million in 2024 dollars. The following table provides a summary of these capital
improvements by type. For park-specific priorities, refer to Chapter 5 – The Plan.
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Table 65. Master Plan Capital Improvements by Improvement Type
Install new ADA-compliant infrastructure2.$8,331,700
Convert existing fields to synthetic turf.$19,591,400
Repair and replace irrigation system.$15,127,900
Repair and replace athletic fields and park grounds.$10,075,500
New amenities to skate park, pickleball courts, picnic areas, basketball courts,
soccer fields, dog park, splash pad.
$8,970,600
Address deferred facilities maintenance.$19,864,000
Address outdated and deteriorating play equipment.$3,765,900
Maintain, repair, replace site furnishings and sport courts3.$5,303,000
Update existing or provide new restroom facilities.$2,436,500
Build inclusive/all-abilities destination playground.$2,000,000
Add and improve pedestrian lighting in parks and trails.$1,458,000
Provide outdoor fitness equipment in parks.$1,200,000
Other costed improvements4.$920,700
Total $99,045,200
Existing Funding Sources
The Public Works Department and the Community Services/ Recreation Departments oversee
the critical components of ongoing parks and facilities operations and management. The Public
Works Departments conducts the parks and facilities maintenance, and the Community Services/
Recreation Department coordinates and runs the recreational programs.
Ongoing City parks maintenance, operations, and recreation program management is primarily
funded by the City’s General Fund along with Measure M funding that provides additional resources
for both operations and maintenance and capital investments. In addition to these two primary
funding sources, the City receives some funding from service charges/user fees as well as indirect
support from the activities of the Rohnert Park Foundation. New development also contributes funding
in the form of the payment of the City’s Parkland In-Lieu Fees and/or through direct development of
public parks and the establishment of Community Facilities Districts (CFDs) to help fund maintenance
of those parks.
These sources of funding create a foundation for the City’s current approach to parks and recreation
capital and operations/ maintenance funding and are described as follows:
General Fund
The City’s General Fund covers a broad range of ongoing public service expenditures, including City
2 Includes exterior paving improvements and interior facility improvements.
3 Includes sport courts ($2.6 million) and site furnishings ($2.7 million).
4 Includes pool facility improvements, additions to athletic fields, lake erosion management, trail system improvements.
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administration, police, fire, and parks expenditures among
others. In the FY 2024-25 budget, the City’s General Fund
expenditures totaled $62.5 million with about $3.0 million
allocated to the Public Works Department. About $900,000
of this budget was provided for parks maintenance, a
division of the Public Works department. The amount
of General Fund revenue provided to the Public Works
Department to support park maintenance has varied over
the last three years, based on need, between $800,000 to
$1.5 million.
Measure M
Measure M is a county-wide measure approved by voters in
2018 that adds a 0.125 percent sales tax on purchases in
Sonoma County. Tax revenue supports local and regional
parks across the County and generated around $15.9 million
in FY 2022-2023. Measure M applies for a 10-year period
through 2028.
Around one-third of tax revenue is allocated to local
jurisdictions based on population. In 2023, Rohnert Park
received $516,000 in Measure M revenue and has received
approximately $2.2 million in Measure M revenue since
2019. The City’s current Measure M fund balance is about
$440,000.
The use of the funds is flexible as long as it is spent on
parks and recreation projects and programming. Rohnert
Park’s Measure M funding has been used to increase park
maintenance staffing, organize community events, and
upgrade park benches citywide.
If County sales tax receipts and the City’s proportion of
Countywide population remains relatively consistent, Rohnert
Park can expect to receive around $500,000 annually for the
remaining four years of the measure (2025 – 2028), or $2.0
million in total. As with many similar measures, the County
may ask the voters whether they are willing to renew the
measure as its expiration date approaches.
Service Charges/User Fees
Service charges are required for certain recreational
activities and the use of facilities. Charges are for a range
of activities, including park/facility rentals, adult and youth
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recreation camps and classes, and other event programming. Many of these charges accrue to the
Community Services Department budget to help support the provision of these programs.
The City also has a special revenue fund for the Sunrise Park use fee, which is collected for use of
facilities and fields at Sunrise Park. The collected fees are specifically used for maintenance of Sunrise
Park fields. The budget indicates a current fund balance of $231,000, which could also contribute to
the proposed Sunrise Park’s capital improvements.
Rohnert Park Foundation
The City of Rohnert Park Foundation is a non-profit foundation created to fund community projects
in Rohnert Park. It operates as a unit within the City. The Foundation primarily receives most of its
revenue in the form of charitable donations. The Foundation’s Small Grants program has funded
several small-scale projects led by community organizations. For example, it has funded murals,
community gardens, and sports equipment purchases at local parks. The awarded grants have
been less than $10,000. This fund requires initiative and coordination from community members and
organizations rather than City staff.
Parkland Dedication, In-Lieu Fees, and Community Facilities Districts
The City requires new residential subdivisions to dedicate land, or pay an in-lieu fee, for parks and
open space, as authorized by the Quimby Act (California Government Code Sec. 66477). Rohnert
Park’s General Plan currently requires new development to dedicate 5 acres per 1,000 new residents
or pay an equivalent in-lieu fee. Many large projects in Rohnert Park have dedicated land as part
of their project, though some projects choose to pay the in-lieu fees. Currently, there is a balance of
around $800,000 in in-lieu fees from recent development projects.
In addition to dedicating parkland, some large developments have also established Community
Facilities Districts (CFDs) to support park maintenance services. Rohnert Park currently has four CFDs
for specific areas of the city, where revenue is generated via either a special tax on residential units
or through a development agreement. These special revenue funds provide maintenance services,
including for parks, within the CFD boundary.
Grants Funding
Grant funding can supplement current sources of funding. The City budget indicates that federal,
state, and county grants have been a revenue source in the capital improvement projects
infrastructure fund. However, obtaining grant funding for parks requires significant staff effort to seek
out and apply for funding and, if successful, grant spending oversight and management. The City
does not currently have any active grants for parks or specific plans to submit grant applications.
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Plan Funding Options and Strategy
The pace at which the City can implement its Master Plan will depend on funding availability.
As described above, the City of Rohnert Park’s current funding system provides a base level of
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parks maintenance and recreational programming and supports periodic capital investments
using Measure M funds or parkland in-lieu fees. The City has some existing funding balances and
periodically applies for grants.
To accelerate the pace of progress on Master Plan implementation, the City may seek opportunities
to:
»Expand Funding from Existing Tools, and/or
»Explore New Funding Options
»Increase or Modify Existing Funding Options
»Potential approaches are described below.
Measure M and Graton Rancheria Neighborhood Upgrade and Workforce Housing Fund are two
sources that might be able to fund additional revenues for parks in the future.
»Measure M
• As noted above, Measure M provides an important source of funding for City parks of
about $500,000 annually. Given the current sunsetting of Measure M in 2028, there is a
possibility of the loss of an important revenue source if County voters do not re-approve
a version of Measure M.
• To the extent that the County as a whole is supportive, it may be possible to increase
the funding the City receives through Measure M or its future equivalent. Two illustrative
examples are provided below:
• Increased Proportion allocated to Cities. If the allocation of Measure M revenues to
cities was increased by 50 percent, then Measure M distributions to the City would
be expected to increase by 50 percent or $250,000, providing an annual Measure M
revenue of $750,000.
• Increase Measure M Tax Rate. The Measure M sales tax rate doubles from $.0125 to
$0.025. This would then double the total Measure M tax revenue. Assuming no change in
relative populations, the City would be expected to receive $1 million per year (double
the current $500,000 per year).
»Graton Rancheria Neighborhood Upgrade and Workforce Housing Fund
• This fund was created as part of an agreement between the City and the Federated
Indians of Graton Rancheria to mitigate impacts from the Graton Casino’s expansion.
Funding is distributed at the discretion of the City Council for neighborhood upgrades
and projects that promote workforce housing. While they are likely to be a number of
requests for this funding, the City has the discretion to allocate a portion of this funding
for parks projects that align with the Fund’s objectives. For FY 2025, the adopted budget
expects a contribution of $1.4 million to the fund, increasing the projected fund balance
to $2.3 million.
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Potential additional funding options
Cities often look to additional sources of funding to
support investments in park capital investment and, where
possible, operations and maintenance. These additional
funding sources can be grouped into two categories,
development-based funding and tax-based funding, as
described below.
»Development-based Funding
• The City currently charges parkland in-
lieu fees on new development and in some
cases larger developments dedicate land
and pay CFD special taxes towards the
operations and maintenance of those parks.
Additional potential tools associated with
new development include:
• Park Development Impact Fees. In addition
to the parkland dedication/ in-lieu fee
requirements, some cities also charge for
development impact fees, established
under the Mitigation Fee Act, for park
improvements. These fees must be tied to
the demand of the new development for
park improvements and be focused on a
distinct set of costs than those covered by
other funding sources (such as the parkland
dedication in-lieu fee). Several cities in
Sonoma County charge these types of fees.
»Enhanced Infrastructure Financing Districts
(EIFDs)
• EIFDs are a form of infrastructure financing
district that have sought to take the place
of the former redevelopment agencies.
Under EIFDs, cities can allocate all or a
portion of the property tax increment they
would typically receive to their General Fund
towards specific infrastructure improvements,
including parks. Because the City share of the
1 percent baseline property tax is relatively
modest for most cities, this tool is often of
limited benefit unless the City or other taxing
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entities are willing to participate. Additionally, it shifts funding away from the City’s
General Fund, an important source for parks maintenance funding and other City
services.
• In determining whether to pursue these types of additional funding sources, the City
should consider the extent to which: (1) it expects to see large new developments in the
coming years; (2) it expects this new development to be financially robust enough to
make additional contributions to City public facilities; and, (3) it sees opportunities to
engage and collaborate with the County around the formation of an EIFD.
»Tax-based Funding
• The adoption of new tax-based funding sources can provide a substantial and ongoing
source of revenues for park capital improvements and, in some cases, ongoing
park operation and maintenance. City residents already support parks through the
Countywide Measure M sales and use tax (with potential enhancements discussed in the
prior section). The City could also consider:
»Parcel Tax
• Adopting a new parcel tax on residential development to help pay for specified capital
improvements and/or parks maintenance. Parcel taxes are a type of property tax that
typically place a flat charge on each parcel of property. An example is the Cotati-
Rohnert Park Unified School District’s tax of $89 per parcel, which funds educational
services across the school district and collects an estimated $1.3 million in revenue each
year.
• Illustrative Scenario: For example, if a parcel tax of $120 per year was placed on all
developed residential parcels in Rohnert Park, then multiplying the existing 10,700
single-family housing units in Rohnert Park (a proxy for developed residential parcels) x
$120 per year could result in the collection of about $1.3 million per year.5 Parcel taxes
can be used for capital improvements, operations and maintenance costs, or both.
»General Obligation (G.O Bond).
• The City could also consider the issuance of a General Obligation (G.O Bond) for parks
capital improvements where the debt service on the bond would be funded through
property tax assessments.
5 Source: California Department of Finance. E-5 Population and Housing Estimates for Cities, Counties, and the State, 2024.
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• Illustrative Scenario: For example, if an ad valorem property tax of 0.01 percent
was added in Rohnert Park to support issuance of a General Obligation bond, then
multiplying the total assessed value in Rohnert Park of about $6.2 billion (2022 Annual
Comprehensive Financial Report) x 0.01 percent could raise about $620,000 annually in
property tax revenue to support debt service payments. Depending on interest rates and
other factors, this revenue stream would be expected to raise net bond proceeds of $6.2
million or more.
• All new tax-based measures require a vote of the people and a super-majority of more
than two-thirds of the vote. As a result, such measures are typically only successful when
it is clear how the funding will be spent and that the spending plans are of a high priority
to most residents. In some cases, new parcel taxes and/or G.O. Bonds will provide
funding across multiple categories – e.g. parks, schools, transportation etc. – to build a
larger coalition of support.
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7.0 APPENDIX
7.1 Review of Relevant Planning Efforts 159
7.2 Parks and Facilities Inventory and Assessment 177
7.3 Statistically Valid Survey Results 261
7.4 Community Needs Survey Results 291
7.5 Needs Assessment and Gap Analysis Summary 339
7.6 Prioritization Categories with Points Breakdown 347
7.7 Organization Charts 351
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CITY OF ROHNERT PARK PARKS AND RECREATION MASTER PLAN
Review of Relevant Planning Efforts
A review of Rohnert Park’s previous planning efforts, related to the City’s parks and recreation network, is
completed as a component of the Parks and Recreation Facilities Master Plan (PRMP). Reviewing these
documents ensures that the goals and recommendations of the PRMP build upon and support previous
planning projects. The following master planning documents provide guidance for the PRMP listed in order of
adoption, below.
1. Rohnert Park DRAFT General Plan 2040
2. Rohnert Park General Plan 2020
3. Parks and Facilities Master Plan
4. Parks and Facilities Master Plan Addendum
5. Priority Development Area Plan 2016
6. Update to the Parks and Recreation Master Plan and Cultural Arts Report 2017
7. Update to the Parks and Recreation Master Plan and Cultural Arts Report 2018
8. Comprehensive Audit Summary 2021
Additional documents were provided by the City of Rohnert Park for review. The documents that are not listed
were either used by consultants Ballard*King and EPS and incorporated into their work or were reviewed and
found not relevant during investigations.
1.2 ROHNERT PARK DRAFT GENERAL PLAN 2040
The Rohnert Park Draft General Plan 2040 (General Plan 2040) is a document compiled by the City of Rohnert
Park (The City) that provides a vision for long-range physical and economic development, as well as a set of
policies, strategic implementation actions, and guidelines for pursuing projects that align with the objectives of
the community.
The General Plan 2040 is comprised of nine elements identified by the City, organized to meet state law and
required elements. These elements include:
• Racial, Social, and Environmental justice
• Community Development
• Economic Development
• Climate Change
• Circulation
• Public Facilities and Services
• Health and Safety
• Resource Conservation
• Housing
Together, these elements respond to the state mandated elements of: Land Use, Circulation, Housing,
Conservation, Noise, Open Space, Safety, Air Quality, and environmental justice.
Introduction
The General Plan 2040 identifies a vision and guiding principles for The City that reflect the values and shared
aspirations of the community.
Vision Statement 2040: Rohnert Park is a thriving, family-friendly community that is a safe, enjoyable place to
live, work, and play.
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Guiding Principles:
• Social and Environmental Justice
• Community development
• Economic Development
• Climate change
• Circulation
• Public Facilities and Services
• Health and Safety
• Resource Conservation
• Housing
Additional key words from the Vision Statement and Guiding Principles that characterize the spirit of the
document include:
• Family-oriented
• Friendly culture
• Balance growth with community resources
The General Plan 2040 presents Goals and Policies that are intended to guide future land use, development,
resource management, and environmental protection decisions.
Expanding on the previous plan’s format of providing goals and policies, the 2040 Plan introduces
Implementation Programs. The Plan states:
“These programs identify the specific steps to be taken by the City to implement the policies…While some policies
can be implemented as part of standard City operations, some policies require specific programs to assure their
implementation.”
Our Vision, Our Future
The General Plan 2040 presents Rohnert Park as a changing city that is moving away from its master-planned
origins to become a “vibrant city that meets the full range of community and social needs of its residents”.
Through a comprehensive community engagement process, the City developed a community-driven vision
statement and guiding principles to use in the General Plan process.
Definitions:
Vision Statement: an aspirational statement that sets the overall direction for the General Plan’s goals, policies,
and programs.
Guiding Principles: Central ideas that articulate the City’s commitment to achieving the Vision Statement. They
establish the framework for the ideas and concepts integral to the General Plan and served as touchstones
during the process to develop and refine the goals, policies, and programs.
The 2040 Vision Statement reads:
“Rohnert Park is a thriving, family-friendly community that is a safe, enjoyable place to live, work, and play.”
Guiding Principles:
• Environmental, Social, And Environmental Justice
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o Encourage and support efforts to increase participation in the local political process and to
improve local conditions relative to racial, social, and environmental justice issues.
o Create a more equitable and inclusive city for all residents of Rohnert Park, with a focus on
members of the community who have not been previously heard.
• Community Development
o Support, foster, and enhance the family-oriented, friendly culture of Rohnert Park.
o Create attractive spaces for residents to gather.
o Ensure a sustainable Rohnert Park balances growth with community resources.
• Economic Development
o Attract and retain unique local businesses as well as other businesses that would contribute to
the fiscal sustainability of the city.
o Build on existing assets.
o Hold fiscal responsibility as an important factor in city decisions.
• Climate Change
o Emphasize climate resiliency, sustainability, and adaptation as an integral part of the
community.
• Circulation
o Maintain a safe, efficient, and connected transportation system.
o Embrace all modes of transportation (e.g. bus, transit, bike, auto) to provide flexibility in
transportation options to residents, employees, and visitors in Rohnert Park.
o Improve connection points between the different modes of transportation, including attention to
last-mile connectivity.
o Use transportation demand management to improve traffic congestion.
• Public Facilities and Services
o Ensure that all Rohnert Park residents have access to well-maintained infrastructure and parks
and quality services and programs.
• Health and Safety
o Ensure that the city is prepared for foreseeable local hazards (e.g. earthquakes, flood, fire) and
associated challenges (e.g., erosion, drainage, stormwater management) through up-to-date
emergency management and notification procedures.
o Promote continued reduction, reuse, and recycling within the city.
• Resource Conservation
o Respect and preserve the historic, archaeological, and biological resources in Rohnert Park.
o Invest in water and air quality improvement measures and programs.
• Housing
o Provide housing that meets the needs of all current and future residents.
The following “Drivers of Change” have shaped the provided goals, policies, and programs. These drivers
include external trends and internal changes, and span both local and regional factors of change.
• Adding two new elements to the General Plan to address current needs related to racial, social,
and environmental justice issues and to address issues related to climate change and climate
resiliency, sustainability, and adaptation;
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• Increasing need for higher-paying jobs;
• Shifting retail trends to more online shopping and implications for commercial centers and
associated parking lots;
• Ensuring long-term balance between a solid employment base and adequate housing supply and
choice;
• Developing a vibrant, walkable Downtown District;
• Enabling infill development to revitalize older parts of the community;
• Improving connectivity between the city and Sonoma State University
• Accounting for the impacts of California Tiger Salamander habitat on development in portions of
the city; and
• Coordinating development efforts to overcome challenges of fragmented parcelization in
undeveloped areas.
The Plan identifies eight “Focus Areas”, which are locations of particular interest to the continued growth and
development of Rohnert Park as identified in the General Plan. These focus areas are meant to be conceptually
discussed, rather than specifically planned for development or policy direction:
• Northwest Area
• Dowdell Avenue Corridor
• Rohnert Park Expressway Corridor
• Central Rohnert Park
• Southwest Boulevard Shopping Center
• University District
• SOMO Village/Willowglen Area
• Northeast Specific Plan
The following areas specifically relate to the PRMP:
• Dowdell/Labath Corridor (West side, 1.3 miles)
o “Continuing the implementation of Stadium Lands design guidelines will invigorate the Dowdell
Avenue Corridor with pedestrian-friendly features and green landscaping, emphasizing a more
human-scale built environment. The corridor also has the potential to connect to the Hinebaugh
Creek trail system.”
o RP wants to enhance landscaping along the corridor using native and drought-tolerant plants
• The University District does not directly mention Parks- but discusses new development, which will
need to account for accommodating the parks service standard.
• Northeast Specific Plan Area (Northeast, 268 Acres)
o Noted as “an important opportunity site for future housing and neighborhood recreational
amenities.”
o “The NESP currently proposes the development of a residential community of over 1,000
dwelling units in a variety of housing densities and types, in addition to over 50 acres of parks,
open space, and bikeways.”
o Features- notes parks and open space areas to meet needs, also providing multi-modal
connectivity between this area & RP
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Racial, Social, and Environmental Justice Element
While the outlined goals and policies in Section 3.1 Racial and Social Justice do not directly mention Parks and
Open Space, Racial and Social Justice are important to consider when thinking about community engagement
and access to parks. This element does reference cultural programs and services, which can be incorporated
into the Parks and Recreation master Plan.
Section 3.2 Environmental Justice includes goals and policies that directly relate Parks and Recreation:
• RSEJ-4: To ensure that all land use decisions benefit Rohnert Park residents and do not create a
disproportionate burden to any resident based on location, income, race, color, educational status,
or national origin.
• RSEJ-4.1: Equitable Public Services: The City shall equitably provide public services and
infrastructure, including parks, recreational facilities, community gardens, and public safety
facilities, to all Rohnert Park residents.
• RSEJ-5: To ensure all residents have access to healthy foods, education, green spaces, and medical
services.
• RSEJ-5.1: Healthy Food Providers: The City shall encourage farmers markets and healthier food
options, particularly near child-oriented uses (e.g., schools, day care, parks).
• RSEJ-5.3: Access to Community Assets: The City shall identify and address gaps in access to
residential, commercial, recreation facilities, natural open space areas, and physical and mental
health resources, to help ensure that these resources are equitably available to all residents.
• The reviewed programs do not directly affect our current efforts of creating a Parks and Recreation
and Open Space Master Plan.
Community Development Element
This element provides general outlines of land use, including a diagram that guides zoning, as well as
specifying Park designations:
This designation provides for parks for active and passive recreation, recreation complexes, community fields,
public golf courses, stadiums, arboretums, and greenways. Ancillary facilities such as concession stands,
clubhouses, and equipment rental are also allowed.
Residential Density: N/A
Floor Area Ratio: Maximum FAR: 0.10
The following Goals and policies are relevant to the Parks and Recreation Master Plan:
• CD-3: To Foster a thoughtful balance and mix of land uses that support an overall high quality of
life for Rohnert Park residents.
• CD-3.2: Accessibility to Resources: The City shall maintain and encourage land use patterns that
maximize residents’ accessibility to parks, open space, and shopping opportunities.
• CD-6: To maintain Rohnert Park’s scale and character while strengthening a sense of place as the
city changes.
• CD-6.5: Preserve open Space and Natural Features: The City shall ensure that the existing open
spaces, parks, and creeks in Rohnert Park are preserved and maintained to reinforce the
relationship between Rohnert Park and its natural setting.
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Section 4.9 details the Special Area Plans- plans that are meant to guide development in specific areas of the
city, utilizing the same outlines set forth in the General Plan. There are three types of Special Area Plans, which
are defined as such:
• Specific Plan: a tool that implements the goals and principles of the General Plan in defined areas
of Rohnert Park.
• Planned Development: A zoning district intended to accommodate a wide range of residential,
commercial, and industrial land uses.
• Priority Development Areas (PDAs): areas within existing communities that local governments have
identified and approved for future growth.
The following goals and policies from section 4.9 are relevant to the Parks and Recreation Master Plan:
• CD-11.2: Northeast specific Plan: The City shall require the preparation of a Specific Plan prior to
approval of any development in the Northeast Specific Plan Area. The Plan shall include the
following land use program and elements:
o Parks- Gross Acreage 12
o Identified Program elements:
o Approximately 8 acres of parkland with clear connections to both Snyder Lane and the
proposed Five Creek greenway
o A Greenway along Five Creek
• CD-11.4: Content of Specific Plans and Final Development Plans for Planned Developments- New
and amended Specific Plans and Final Development Plans for Planned Developments will include
the following components:
o A program for park and open space in accordance with the General Plan designation,
including access and connections to the bicycle system
• CD-12: To ensure appropriate study of Canon Manor Subdivision before any consideration of
annexation.
• CD-12.1: Require Preparation of “special plan” if annexation is considered: Consider initiating
annexation of Canon Manor Subdivision only if requested by the residents of the subdivision and the
following conditions are met:
o Adequate public facilities, meeting Rohnert Park’s Rural Estate Residential Standards, are fully
funded or installed prior to annexation;
Section 4.10 Public Art has the goal CD-13 of promoting art and culture in Rohnert Park. While this goal and
the associated policies do not directly mention utilizing Parks as a space for art integration, CD-13.1 states:
“The City shall encourage the integration of art and cultural components in public places and facilities.” This
does not exclude parks, which can work in conjunction with the stated goal, policy, and any future drafted or
planned programs of implementation.
Public Facilities and Services Element
8.2 Parks and Recreation:
PFS-2: Provide an integrated and well-maintained system of parks, trails, and recreation facilities throughout
the city to meet the community’s recreational needs:
• Additional policies begin on page 177 of the document:
• Parks and Rec Master Plan
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• Parks near Schools
• “Safe and Secure”
• Park Dedication
• Passive Recreation Space
• Gold Ridge Site Maximization
• Program C: Update to the Parks and Recreation Master Plan
The City shall update the parks and rec master plan every 5 years to address the precise location of parks and
financial planning to improve undeveloped park land and trails; maintain existing facilities; develop new trails,
and acquire land for new parks. Master Plan will also establish standards and identify funding for both specific
park facilities and City-owned, non-park open space areas, such as street medians and open space buffers.
• PFS-2.1 Parks and Recreation Master Plan: The City shall update the Parks and recreation Master
plan to accommodate the evolving needs of the community. The update shall include an evaluation
of the type and location of amenities, including urban style parks and amenities, to serve existing
and new residents and workers.
• PFS-2.2: Parks Near Schools: In the event of a new school opening, the City shall continue
cooperating with the Cotati-Rohnert Park School District to develop parks near schools.
• PFS-2.3: Safe and Secure: The City shall ensure that parks, trails, and recreation facilities are safe
and secure areas. New parks should generally include direct access and visibility from a public
street.
• PFS-2.4: Park Dedication: The City shall require new development to dedicate land to the City in the
appropriate amount and location for parks and recreational space, in accordance with the
General Plan Diagram, and the City’s Park dedication requirements. The City shall seek to acquire
and develop new park land at a rate of approximately five acres or equivalent with improvements
or in-lieu fees per 1,000 new residents. When developed in conjunction with new developments,
parks will be fully improved before dedication to the City.
• PFS-2.5: Passive Recreation Space: The City shall include primarily passive recreation on an
approximately 50-acre area north of Crane Creek west of Petaluma Hill Road within the city’s
Urban Growth Boundary. The City shall ensure that use of the land for passive recreation as a
priority and that this land will not be used for any other use for the life of the General Plan. The City
shall ensure that the recreation area is designed to have minimal impacts on adjacent residential
uses to the west and have ingress and egress from several roads to maximize visibility and access
for public safety.
• PFS-2.6 Gold Ridge Site Maximization: The City shall ensure that future uses of the Goldridge
campus include community recreational use.
• PFS-3.1 Conjunctive Use Water Supply Management: The City shall continue to manage its Sonoma
Water, groundwater, and recycled water supply with a conjunctive use strategy in order to maximize
supply reliability and ensure adequate supply for existing and new development.
• PFS-3.3: Sustainable Development Practices: Promote sustainable development practices that
result in more energy and water efficient development.
• PFS-3.4: Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance: The City shall promote efficient water use and
reduced water demand by ensuring compliance with the State’s Model Water Efficient Landscape
Ordinance.
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• PFS-3.6: Alternative Water Supplies: The City shall require the use of alternative water supplies, such
as recycled water, for urban irrigation and landscaping in municipal buildings and new, private
commercial and industrial development, where possible and feasible.
• PFS-3.7: Water Efficiency Measures in New Construction: The City shall require water efficiency
measures in all new construction in compliance with or exceeding State and City building code
requirements.
• PFS-5: Stormwater Management. To provide a stormwater management system that reduces
excess runoff to the maximum extent practicable and minimizes flood potential from existing and
future development.
• PFS-5.3 Natural Stormwater Drainage
• The City shall encourage the use of natural stormwater drainage systems in a manner that
• preserves and enhances natural features and water quality.
• PFS-5.4 Stormwater Detention Facilities
• The City shall consider the use of stormwater detention facilities, including green infrastructure
• elements, in frequently flooded areas of the city to mitigate drainage impacts and reduce
• storm drainage system costs in new development.
• PFS-6: To enhance the quality of surface water and groundwater resources and prevent their
contamination.
• PFS-6.5 Impervious Surfaces: The City shall limit impervious surfaces in new development to reduce
impacts to groundwater recharge.
10 Habitat and Biological Resources
Rohnert Park is surrounded by open space that is California Tiger Salamander Critical Habitat to the north,
west, and south. (Figure 10-1)
There are several Creek Protection Zones that may overlap with the parks footprint (Figure 10-2)
• RC-5: To Preserve, enhance, and restore creeks and riparian corridors as habitat for wildlife and
recreation areas for residents.
• RC-5.2: Creek Protection Zone Use: The City shall use creek protection zones for permanent public
open space and compatible purposes including habitat conservation, bike and walking paths,
wildlife habitat, and native plant landscaping.
• RC-5.3 Creek Bank Stabilization
• RC-5.4: Waterway Preservation
• RC-5.5: Repairing Riparian Corridors and Ecosystems
• RC-5.6: Recreational Use
• RC-6: To maintain existing native vegetation and encourage planting of native plants and trees
• RC6.1: Landscaping Vegetation
• RC-6.5: Protect Native and Heritage Trees: The City shall protect oaks, native, and heritage trees
that meet the definition of a ‘protected tree’ as defined in the City’s Municipal Code
Exempted trees: Any of the following trees: Acacia spp. (Acacia), Ailanthus spp. (Tree of Heaven), Eucalyptus
spp., Ligustrum spp. (Privet), Liquidambar styraciflua (Liquidambar), Pinus radiata (Monterey Pine), or Populus
lombardii (Lombardi poplar);
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1.3 PARKS AND FACILITIES MASTER PLAN (2008)
The Parks and Recreation Facilities Master Plan (Master Plan, 2008), was completed by MIG in 2008 with the
input from a citizen-led Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Committee. The Parks and Facilities Master Plan
provided updated guidelines and recommendations to enhance the existing Parks and Recreational Facilities,
building off guidelines established by the City’s original Community Plan.
Following the adoption of the Parks and Recreation Facilities Master Plan, 2008, the Parks and Recreation
Commission completed three updates as required by City Council Resolution 2008-69, which mandates a
yearly follow-up. These updates refined the goals and policies of the Master Plan, 2008 including adding and
deleting goals as necessary/as completed. This section includes the updates to the Master Plan, 2008 that were
adopted by the City, and as such indicates which goals, policies, and changes have been made.
The April 12, 2016 Master Plan Revisions to Council with Resolution (Revisions) is a document that indicates
progress and changes to the originally produced Parks and Recreation Facilities Master Plan, 2008. The
Revisions are part of Resolution 2008-69, originally adopted by Rohnert Park in May 2008, which accepted and
adopted the Parks and Recreation Facilities Plan, 2008, while also directing the Parks and Recreation
Commission to provide an annual report to the City Council on progress made related to the Master Plan. The
Revisions document indicates that among the changes, a lack of funding has slowed progress for
implementing changes proposed in the Master Plan. This update implements revisions including updated lists
of facilities and amenities, inclusion of the Gold Ridge recreational area and University District parks, a removal
of completed goals, added goals, and an updated list of desired new park facilities and amenities.
The April 25, 2017 and June 26, 2018 Master Plan Updates to Council both reported on accomplished goals
completed during the 2016-2017 and 2017-2018 fiscal years. Discussion of both updates follow the list of
Parks and Recreation Facilities Master Plan, 2008 policies.
The Parks and Facilities Master Plan, 2008, outlined three overarching goals to guide future parks and
recreation efforts, including the development of new parks, and the care of existing parks and facilities:
• Provide safe, clean and well-maintained parks and facilities to meet the diverse needs of a
changing and growing community
• Create and enhance a positive community image to strengthen livability and sense of place
• Ensure the financial health and funding feasibility for Rohnert Park’s comprehensive recreation,
parks and open space system, including special purpose facilities
For each established goal, the Parks and Facilities Master Plan, 2008 provides additional policy framework:
Goal one: Provide safe, clean and well-maintained parks and facilities to meet the diverse needs of a
changing and growing community
• Policy 1.1: Adopt the following park classification system:
o Mini-parks, Plazas and Greenways: smaller public spaces that connect neighborhoods, parks
and neighborhood centers
o Neighborhood Parks: parks integrated into neighborhoods with informal green spaces, walking
paths, play areas, and picnic amenities. One active recreation feature is highlighted in parks
that are typically one to six acres.
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o Community Parks: parks designed to serve the greater community with features for active
recreation and organized events. Structures, parking areas, and lighting are included as well as
many neighborhood park type amenities. These parks can be larger in size, as many as 25
acres.
o Open Space: park lands that preserve habitats, provide buffers for development, and offer
sweeping vistas of natural landscapes.
o Special purpose parks and facilities: parks with a single purpose that serve the community such
as golf courses and sports complexes
o This policy also recommended reclassifying Alicia Park, Benecia Park, Eagle Park, Golis Park,
Honeybee, Magnolia, and Sunrise parks as Community Parks.
• Policy 1.2: Maintain the parkland development standard of 5 acres/1,000 for active, multi-use
recreation needs of the community, typically found in neighborhood and community parks.
• Policy 1.3: Ensure new development meets the 5 acres/1,000 parkland dedication standards for
active recreation needs
o 1.3.1 Encourage “turn-key” park development in lieu of accepting fees
o Expand the development of park lands to increase the variety of park types
o Include Parks and Recreation staff in park development and design review
o Develop formula for in lieu developer fees that are used to improve the park land; Limit the
amount of in-lieu fees for park development based on what improvements are eligible and/or
not eligible for in-lieu fee credit and to limit the amount of land that can be used as in-lieu
credit to improve the park.1
• Policy 1.4: Renovate existing parks to improve safety and security, enhance park use, and increase
sense of place
o 1.4.1 Develop criteria for renovation, such as age of facility, safety conditions, access, multi-
age use, and community need
o 1.4.2 Enhance safety and security in all parks by upgrading lighting, access, and surveillance
methodology in partnership with enforcement
o 1.4.3 Develop a transition plan for all parks to meet access needs and Americans with
Disability Act (ADA) guidelines
o 1.4.4 Incorporate new features and amenities into the design of parks to respond to trends
and changing community preferences, and consider revising the specific plan process to
support this integration
o 1.4.5 Include unique play elements that reflect community values and history; a themed park2
• Policy 1.5 Develop park maintenance standards and resource management plans consistent with
professional best practices
o 1.5.1 Create Levels of Service (LOS) for park maintenance tasks that are compatible with park
functions, use, and visibility in the community
o 1.5.2 Create a dedicated funding source for park maintenance services
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o 1.5.3 Place park maintenance and recreation services under one department to improve
service delivery and operate efficiently3
Goal Two: Create and enhance a positive community image to strengthen livability and sense of place
• Policy 2.1 Provide recreation experiences to meet a diverse and changing community
o 2.1.1 Support aging well in Rohnert Park by recognizing interests and needs of various older
adult populations
o 2.1.2 Maximize community connection to the outdoor environment; serve as environmental
stewards of green space
o 2.1.3 Continue serving youth and families; track regional, state and national trends related to
this demographic
o 2.1.4 Partner with other service providers to enhance community activities such as arts and
culture, gardening, and special events
o 2.1.5 Collaborate with schools and public agencies like the Open Space District to create
partnerships, leverage resources and link green spaces
o 2.1.6 Collaborate with community organizations to leverage park and recreation resources,
improve operations and enhance maintenance of parks and facilities
• Policy 2.2 Provide health and wellness opportunities for residents of all ages
o 2.2.1 Expand the Callinan Sports Center to provide additional opportunities for health and
fitness activities
o 2.2.2 Partner with health care organizations to develop new programs
o 2.2.3 Connect and expand trails and pathways to promote walking, bicycling, and alternative
transportation
• Policy 2.3 Support opportunities for neighborhood-based social gathering
o 2.3.1 Partner with community organizations and neighborhood groups to provide programs
and events in neighborhood parks
o 2.3.2 Increase after-school activities for youth
o 2.3.3 Increase volunteer opportunities for individuals and groups
o 2.3.4 Develop multi-generational programs; encourage older adults to participate and
volunteer in neighborhood activities and city events
• Policy 2.4 Create a unified identity for parks and programs
o 2.4.1 Enhance park and facility signage to improve sense of place and visibility
o 2.4.2 Develop a citywide vision and mission for parks, recreation, arts and culture
o 2.4.3 Develop design and placement standards for parks park signage to create uniformity
and ensure level of quality and branding of parks4
Goal Three: Ensure the financial health of Rohnert Park’s comprehensive recreation, parks, and open space
system, including special purpose facilities.
• Policy 3.1 Develop a comprehensive funding approach
o 3.1.1 Establish cost recovery goals for each major facility or line of business.
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o 3.1.2 Develop business plans for facilities and special purpose features
o 3.1.3 Prioritize revenue-generating potential when identifying renovation projects
o 3.1.4 Set and adjust fees annually
o 3.1.5 Incorporate performance based on cost recovery goals into program evaluation and
future planning
• Policy 3.2 Develop new sources of revenue for development, renovation, maintenance and
operations of parks and facilities
o 3.2.1 Consider a ballot measure to support renovations and improve park maintenance;
explore alternatives such as Landscape and Lighting Assessment Districts, sales tax or parcel
tax
o 3.2.2 Create a dedicated funding source to provide for future repairs and renovations of the
Community Center and Callinan Sports Center
o 3.2.3 Seek Council approval to allow revenue generated through parks and recreation to be
dedicated to parks and recreation operations or improvements
o 3.2.4 Dedicate staff time to support revenue generating initiatives
o 3.2.5 Evaluate the level of community support for revenue generation methods such as
locating cell towers in parks, instituting banner programs, and selling advertisements
o 3.2.6 Develop a city-wide policy and planning effort to incorporate naming rights with special
use and state of the art facilities
o 3.2.7 Create an ordinance that allows for collection of fees without park development to be
used on impacted community amenities for renovation and expansion within the parameters of
the Quimby Act5
• Policy 3.3 Develop funding policies for future development
o 3.3.1 Create park development ordinances to meet the standards for specific plans and infill
development
• Policy 3.4 Review regional, state and national grant funding programs regularly to identify
potential funding sources
o 3.4.1 Identify guidelines for selecting grant opportunities; focus on funding programs for youth
facilities, integrating conservation practices into park projects, environmental stewardship and
open space preservation, watersheds and greenways
o 3.4.2 Develop partnerships to strengthen community involvement and leverage resources for
grant applications
• Policy 3.5 Provide for the donation of land, facilities, equipment, services and monies to support
parks and programs
o 3.5.1 Accept only land and facilities that meet the goals of this plan
o 3.5.2 Dedicate staff time to seeking donations and in-kind support
o 3.5.3 Consider establishing a foundation or partnership with other 501(c)(3) organizations to
encourage donations to the park and recreation system
• Policy 3.6 Adopt a Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) to identify short- and long-term park
development projects
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o 3.6.1 Develop guidelines for ranking and prioritizing capital projects
o 3.6.2 Incorporate CIP planning into annual budget reviews
o 3.6.3 Approve short-term projects within a six-year timeframe; long term projects six years
and longer
o 3.6.4 Create a schedule of replacement and/or renovation for park amenities that includes
estimated costs6
o 3.6.5 Develop and review annually a list of desire[d] amenities in the community, include the
latest version as part of the Parks and Facilities Master Plan for consideration by developers7
1.4 PARKS AND FACILITIES MASTER PLAN ADDENDUM
The Parks and Facilities Master Plan Addendum 2016 (Addendum) comes eight years after the adoption of the
Parks and Facilities Master Plan 2008. The addendum was completed by City staff and the Parks and
Recreation Commission to incorporate changes to the community that impact the plan and its progress. This
includes a change to the structure of the departments, as the former Recreation Department, updated to
Community Services, was incorporated into Public Works to form the Public Works and Community Services
Department. Additional changes include an increase in land incorporated into the Parks and Recreation
Facilities System, including the adoption of the Gold Ridge Multi-Use Building/site, demographics changes,
funding opportunities/changes, and a call for a comprehensive analysis of aquatic facilities and programming.
1.5 PRIORITY DEVELOPMENT AREA PLAN 2016
The Priority Development Area Plan 2016 (PDA) was developed as a response to community calls for a walkable
downtown “Heart of the Community” destination for the City of Rohnert Park. The mixed-use area is bounded
by Highway 101 to the East, Santa Alicia Drive to the South, the Rail Line to the West, and just north of Golf
Course Drive.
The planning process for this report included public outreach to engage residents, businesses, property
owners, regional agency representatives, non-profit organizations, City officials, City decision makers, and
other stakeholders. The following qualities were identified through the process as important to the project:
• Distinctive
• Compact and Walkable
• Active and Mixed use
• Accessible
• Business Oriented
With regards to the PRMP, the PDA identifies additions to the Parks and Recreation Facilities System that
specifically fill gaps in the trails and bicycle network, as well as an additional 8.5 acres of public parks/open
space uses. The identified parks in the PDA are located within the Downtown District. Additionally, the PDA
identifies the Hinebaugh Creek greenway and the Copeland Creek greenway as important roads that bisect
the Development Area.
The PDA identifies placemaking priorities that relate to the PRMP:
• Green the Community:
o Expand and Enhance Established Landscaping and Open Space Features
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o Existing open space and landscape features, including the creek open space corridors and
trails; street corridors, with views to the Sonoma Mountains; and landscaped greenbelts at the
edge of the community are existing assets that are integrated in the landscape and open space
network of the community, as a unique feature enhancing the livability and identity of Central
Rohnert park and expanding the green infrastructure in the city.
• Support the Creation of a Seamless Open Space Network Connecting the Region:
o Central Rohnert Park is a stop providing for the recreational needs of the community along a
seamless open space and bike and pedestrian trail network that will connect the City to the
Sonoma and Marin County regions along the SMART multi-use path.
• Promote Sustainable Design
o Sustainable landscaping and building design best practices, including repurposing/reusing
existing buildings; orienting development for passive heating and cooling opportunities;
employing climate-appropriate landscaping; and demonstrating low-impact development
features, such as bioretention planters, permeable pavers, and green roofs are encouraged
and rewarded.
• Encourage the development of new parks, plazas, and open space connections.
Park and Open Space Concepts
“Park and open space features envisioned in the PDA include unified and landscaped roadway corridors with
consistently spaced shade trees; new north-south and east-west landscape paseos and trails, connecting to the
SMART multi-use path and regional trail networks; and new or improved public and private parks, plazas, and
gathering spaces that contribute to the public character and livability of streets and community areas in the PDA.”
The PDA references goals and policies from the General Plan and Zoning Code that are relevant to future
development. As these goals are already reviewed in both the General Plan 2020 and the General Plan 2040,
they are not listed again.
Community Design Guidelines
• Policy CD-2.2: Promote sustainable development practices that result in more energy-and water
efficient development, responsive to the mild climate conditions in the Sonoma Valley.
o 6.2 Community-Wide Design Elements
o 6.2.1: Parks and Open Space Design
The PDA proposes park, open space, and trail opportunities with the aim of further establishing a well-
connected park and open space network, ensuring access to the community.
“Additional parks, plazas, and open space, accessible to the public, should be added, conditioned with new
development or encouraged within existing developments to expand the supply in the city, as addressed in
Chapter 7.”
This chapter proposes four conceptual locations for parks within the Priority Development Plan Area.
Utilities and Community Services Goals and Policies
Community Services
• Goal CS-1: Provide recreational and cultural facilities serving residents and visitors.
o Policy CS-1.1: Condition new development to provide park and open space facilities, in
accordance with parkland requirements in the City’s General Plan, or provide an in-lieu fee to
support development of new park and open space facilities.
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o Policy CS-1.2: Allow development that provides additional community amenities and complies
with PDA standards to density bonus incentives.
o Policy CS-1.3: Use the City’s Capital Improvement Program, Public Facilities Fee Program,
federal and state grant funds, and other funding sources to implement community-wide or
area-wide improvements that cannot be conditioned as part of private development practices.
o Policy CS-1.4: Utilize business improvement districts or other types of land-secured financing
districts to provide a long-term revenue source for maintaining PDA amenities.
Park, Open Space, and Recreational Facilities
“The PDA will add park and open space facilities that will fill gaps in the regional bicycle trail network in the
city. An additional 8.5 acres of public parks/open space uses are proposed in the PDA based on opportunity
site concepts that have been studied for the PDA. Approximately 6 acres have been assumed and
recommended as part of the redevelopment of the Station Center subarea and 2.5 acres of open space are
suggested for an approximately 25-foot-wide paseo between Professional Drive and Utility Court and for
additional open space in the Triangle business subarea.”
New development necessitates the installation of new parks and open spaces, based on the City standard of 5
acres of parkland per 1,000 residents.
1.6 UPDATE TO THE PARKS AND RECREATION MASTER PLAN AND CULTURAL ARTS REPORT (2017)
The April 25, 2017 Master Plan Update to Council reports on goals accomplished during the 2016-2017 fiscal
year. These goals were added to the Master Plan during the 2016 revisions period, and include:
• Providing multi-lingual facility and program materials (English and Spanish)
• Adding outlined staff positions
• A comprehensive aquatic report
• Establishing annual park audits
• Implementing park-specific developments including the all-weather turf field at Sunrise park
1.7 UPDATE TO THE PARKS AND RECREATION MASTER PLAN AND CULTURAL ARTS REPORT (2018)
The June 26, 2018 Master Plan Update to Council reports on the goals accomplished during the 2017-2018
fiscal year. These goals were added to the Master Plan during the 2016 revisions period, and include:
• A comprehensive aquatic report, including an analysis of costs
• Resurfacing sport courts
• Completion of the annual park audit
• Implementing park-specific future development plans
• Adding park-specific recommendations for future amenity additions, policy, etc.
1.8 COMPREHENSIVE AUDIT SUMMARY, 2021
In alignment with adopted Resolution 2008-69, the Parks and Recreation Commission, along with the General
Services Manager and the Community Services Manager undertake an annual comprehensive audit of the
parks within the Rohnert Park Parks and Recreation Facilities system. This audit produces updates on the
amount of amenities for each park or facility, condition of park equipment, and maintenance, while also
providing recommendations as necessary.
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The audit team assesses and assigns scores from 1-5 for the amenities at each park, then averages the scores
to create an overall average score for each park. Scores falling at 2.5 and below are flagged to be addressed.
In certain cases, as with Alicia Park, a higher score (3 and above) may not necessarily be indicative of larger
efforts for park renovations, or reflect the desires and complaints expressed by the community.
The average scores for each park and facility assigned during the 2021 Comprehensive Audit Summary are
organized into the following table:
Park, Pool, or Facility Average Score
Alicia Park 3.15
Benicia Park 3.47
Benicia Park Pool 4.43
Colegio Vista park 3.06
Dorotea Park 3.86
Eagle Park 3.51
Golis Park 3.54
Honeybee Park 3.33
Ladybug Park 2.67
Magnolia Park 3.87
Magnolia Park Pool 4.27
Maurice Fredericks Park 4.56
Rainbow Park 3.58
Sunrise Park 4.23
Twin Creeks Park 4.61
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FACILITIES
Benicia Park Recreation Center �������������������������������������64
Burton Ave Park Recreation Center �������������������������������66
Callinan Sports & Fitness Center �����������������������������������68
Community Center����������������������������������������������������������70
Gold Ridge Recreation Building �������������������������������������72
Ladybug Park Recreation Center �����������������������������������74
Scout Hut ������������������������������������������������������������������������76
Senior Citizen Center �����������������������������������������������������78
Spreckels Performing Arts Center ����������������������������������80
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Benicia Park ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������8
Carlita Circle ������������������������������������������������������������������������������10
Catepillar Park ���������������������������������������������������������������������������12
Cielo Park ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������14
Civic Center �������������������������������������������������������������������������������16
Colegio Vista Park ���������������������������������������������������������������������18
Dorotea Park �����������������������������������������������������������������������������20
Eagle Park ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������22
Field of Friends ��������������������������������������������������������������������������24
Five Creek Park �������������������������������������������������������������������������26
Golis Park ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������28
Griffin’s Grove Park �������������������������������������������������������������������30
Hinebaugh Creek Park ��������������������������������������������������������������32
Honeybee Park ��������������������������������������������������������������������������34
Jasmine Tot Lot Park �����������������������������������������������������������������36
Lacrosse Mini-Park ��������������������������������������������������������������������38
Ladybug Park ����������������������������������������������������������������������������40
Lilac Tot Lot Park �����������������������������������������������������������������������42
Lydia Court Mini Park ����������������������������������������������������������������44
Magnolia Park����������������������������������������������������������������������������46
Maurice Fredericks Park������������������������������������������������������������48
Meadow Pines Mini Park �����������������������������������������������������������50
Rainbow Park ����������������������������������������������������������������������������52
Roberts Lake �����������������������������������������������������������������������������54
Rohnert Bark Dog Park �������������������������������������������������������������56
Sunrise Park ������������������������������������������������������������������������������58
Twin Creeks Park ����������������������������������������������������������������������60
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Location: 300 Arlen Drive
Size: 5 acres
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Inventory
AMENITIES Baseball field
Horseshoe pits
Open lawn with interspersed shade trees
Parking lots
Tot lot and elementary playground
Futsal courts
Picnic area
FURNISHINGS Bleachers
Trash receptacles
Picnic tables
Barbecue
Baseball field, pathway, and futsal court
lighting
Benches
Drinking fountain
Dog bag dispenser
Flagpole
Signage: park rules and name
Teqball tables
FACILITIES Scout Hut
Restroom
Snack shack
PATHWAY PAVING Concrete paving
Recreation Provided:
• The Cal Ripken Youth Baseball League uses the baseball field
• Playground
• Picnic Tables
Constraints:
• Age and frequent use: amenities need replacement
Estimated Maintenance:
• Irrigation: recycled water. The wiring is bad, and the clock needs to be
updated
• Drainage issues present at the paving and lawn
• Mowing
• Tree pruning
• Trash and barbecue coal removal
• Futsal court maintenance
Code Compliance:
• Playgrounds and picnic tables are not ADA-compliant
Opportunities:
• Add landscaping near the parking lot edge at futsal courts
• Add bleachers, trash receptacles, and bathroom to futsal courts
• Update the existing playground
Additional Observations
• Futsal area is separated from the rest of the park� The agreement with
the donor is that the futsal courts are open to all and cannot be rented
• Futsal courts are highly used
• Half of Snack Shack is City-owned
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Alicia Park
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Benicia Park
1”=200’N
Name: Benicia Park
Location: 7471 Bernice Ave
Size: 6 acres
Current Condition:
Poor Fair Good Excellent
Inventory
AMENITIES Elementary playground and tot lot
Picnic areas
Parking lot
Basketball court
Baseball diamond with storage
Small open lawn areas with interspersed
trees, large trees border the baseball diamond
outfield
FURNISHINGS Trash receptacle
Drinking fountain
Barbecue
Benches
Bike rack
Signage: park rules
FACILITIES Pool
Restrooms
Benicia Park Recreation Center
Burton Ave Recreation Center
Snack Shack
PATHWAY PAVING Concrete paving
Asphalt parking lot
Recreation Provided:
• The Cal Ripken Youth Baseball League uses the baseball field
• Pool
• Basketball
• Playground
• Picnic Tables
Constraints:
• Benicia Park is nestled between Technology High School and El
Camino High School
• The only restrooms for the park are located at the pool facility
Estimated Maintenance:
• Irrigation: recycled water
• Mowing
• Trash including garbage/dumpster
• Interior pool landscaping
• Removal of locks put on the baseball field gates by the baseball league
Code Compliance:
• Playground and picnic tables are not ADA-compliant
• Elements of the tot lot including the structure, ramp, and seating are not
ADA-compliant
Opportunities:
• Resurface and stripe basketball court
• Pave path from baseball field through picnic area to playground
• Create an accessible walking path between the Benicia Park Recreation
Center and the existing paths on the west side of the park
Additional Observations
• Elementary playground is not well used
• Pool restrooms open and close on a timer
• The fenced baseball field is often perceived as private space
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Benicia Park
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Carlita Circle
1”=50’N
Name: Carlita Circle Park
Location: Opposite 772 Carlita Circle
Size: <1/4 Acre
Current Condition:
Poor Fair Good Excellent
Inventory
AMENITIES Tot lot playground
Swings
Open lawn
Strip of planted shrubs along sidewalk
Large row of trees along the park’s back edge
PATHWAY PAVING Concrete paving
Recreation Provided:
• Tot lot playground
Constraints:
• Small footprint: cannot fit larger amenities
Estimated Maintenance:
• Irrigation: potable water with pop-ups
• Mowing
• Tending to planter bed
• Tree branch clean-up
Code Compliance
• Playground and swings are not ADA-compliant
Opportunities:
• Pave an accessible path from the sidewalk to the playground
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Carlita Circle
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Catepillar Park
1”=300’N
Name: Caterpillar Park
Location: 7430 Circle Drive
Size: 3 Acres
Current Condition:
Poor Fair Good Excellent
Inventory
AMENITIES Playground
Swing set
Open lawn with interspersed trees
FURNISHINGS Benches
Soccer goal posts
Trash receptacles
Lighting
PATHWAY PAVING Asphalt
Recreation Provided:
• Playground
• Soccer
• Picnic tables
Constraints:
• Age of amenities
Estimated Maintenance:
• Irrigation: potable water
• Poor drainage
• Lawn mowing
Code Compliance:
• Playground is not ADA-compliant
Opportunities:
• Create more circulation within the park
• Replace asphalt in poor condition with concrete
• Fix drainage issues at playground
• Install alternative amenity in the demolished playground footprint
Additional Observations
• Makeshift memorial in one tree
• Access from multiple sides of the park
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Catepillar Park
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Cielo Park
1”=50’N
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Cielo Park
Name: Cielo Park
Location: 1123 Cielo Circle
Size: �4 Acres
Current Condition:
Poor Fair Good Excellent
Inventory
AMENITIES Basketball court
Small shaded lawn and berm with interspersed
trees
FURNISHINGS Trash receptacles
PATHWAY PAVING Concrete
Recreation Provided:
• Basketball
Constraints:
• Concrete pathway breaks up lawn limiting use
Estimated Maintenance:
• Irrigation: potable water
• Lawn mowing
• Drainage issues near wall
Code Compliance:
• Playground is not ADA-compliant
Opportunities:
• Create new mural on back wall
• Add new amenity where one was removed
Additional Observations
• There are extant post holes on the basketball court, which suggests
there was once a volleyball net
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Civic Center
1”=100’N
Name: Civic Center Park
Location: 945 Civic Center Dr
Size: <1/4 acre
Current Condition:
Poor Fair Good Excellent
Inventory
AMENITIES Tot lot
Open lawn
FURNISHINGS Signage: park rules
Trash receptacle
Bench
Dog bag dispenser
PATHWAY PAVING Concrete paving
Recreation Provided:
• Tot lot playground
Constraints:
• Small footprint
• Located in between residential units: noise may become a problem
• Tree roots extend into the play structure
Estimated Maintenance:
• Irrigation: potable system
• Mowing
Code Compliance:
• The concrete ramp that leads from the path into the tot lot is not ADA-
compliant
Opportunities:
• Create seating areas
• Repave broken concrete
Additional Observations
• Not well used
• The play structure has questionable fall zones
• There are several breaks in fencing allowing for social trail connections
from multiple sides of the lot
• Budget has been allocated for replacement, there are no designs or
plans yet� Parks and recreation will decide how to proceed
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Civic Center
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Colegio Vista Park
1”=150’N
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Colegio Vista Park
Name: Colegio Vista Park
Location: 1200 Southwest Blvd
Size: 5 Acres
Current Condition:
Poor Fair Good Excellent
Inventory
AMENITIES Elementary playground
Picnic area
Baseball field
Parking lot
Open lawn with several large trees among the
park’s edges
FURNISHINGS Picnic tables
Benches
Drinking fountain
Barbecue
Bleachers
Signage: park name
FACILITIES Public restroom attached to a concession
stand
PATHWAY PAVING Concrete path
Recreation Provided:
• Baseball field available for rental
• Playground
• Picnic tables
Estimated Maintenance:
• Irrigation: reclaimed water
• Drainage issues throughout park including puddling and ponding
• The parking lot has poor drainage
• Mowing
Code Compliance:
• Playgrounds and picnic tables are not ADA-compliant
• Accessible path needed to playground, picnic areas, and baseball field
• Drinking fountain does not have clearance for accessibility
Opportunities:
• Replace picnic tables, provide a sheltered picnic area
• Add pathways for better connectivity between amenities
Additional Observations
• Parking lot is owned by the adjacent school, but is shared between
school and park use
• There are two entries to the park: one to the north from the residential
area, and one at the parking lot next to the school
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Dorotea Park
1”=200’N
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Dorotea Park
Name: Dorotea Park
Location: 895 Santa Dorotea Circle
Size: 6 acres
Current Condition:
Poor Fair Good Excellent
Inventory
AMENITIES Elementary playground, tot lot and swing set
Tennis court
Basketball court
Picnic area
Softball field
¼ mile long walking path with fitness
equipment
Painted art wall
Open and mounding lawn with interspersed
trees
Labyrinth
Planting beds maintained by neighbors
FURNISHINGS Park signage: park rules
Drinking fountain
Trash receptacles
Pathway lighting
Benches
Dog bag dispensers
Barbecue
Picnic tables
Bleachers
FACILITIES Restrooms
PATHWAY PAVING Asphalt pedestrian path
Concrete ramp with railings
Recreation Provided:
• Walking path with fitness equipment
• Playground
• Rentable picnic area
• Sports courts – tennis, basketball
• Softball field
Constraints:
• Drainage issues on pedestrian paths during heavy storms
• Street parking only
• Softball field experiencing low use. The league is unable to practice at
this park
Estimated Maintenance:
• Irrigation system: recycled water, repairs needed
• Some drainage issues, particularly at the field
• Mowing
• Park lighting maintenance
• Graffiti removal from restrooms and other amenities
Code Compliance:
• Sections of the pathway are cracking and not ADA-compliant
Opportunities:
• Update picnic area to include kitchen amenities, offer additional picnic
areas
• Remove or reuse lumber from dead redwood trees
• Add Park name signage
• Replace asphalt paths with concrete
• Use expansive lawn area for picnic space, dogs, or events
Additional Observations
• There are four entrances to the park
• Community-painted murals at both playgrounds
• Skateboarders use tennis courts more than tennis players
• Basketball court recently repaved
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Eagle Park
1”=200’N
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Eagle Park
Name: Eagle Park
Location: 1115 Eagle Avenue
Size: 10 acres
Current Condition:
Poor Fair Good Excellent
Inventory
AMENITIES Gently sloping meadow surrounded by
redwoods
Tennis court
Tot lot
Soccer field
Softball field
Picnic area
FURNISHINGS Signage: park name and rules
Drinking fountain
Trash receptacles
Sports field and pedestrian pathway lighting
Benches
Barbecue
Dog bag dispenser
Bleachers
Picnic tables
FACILITIES Restroom
PATHWAY PAVING Asphalt
Recreation Provided:
• Soccer and softball fields rented by league
• Some recreation classes take place on the lawn
• Tennis
• Tot lot playground
• Picnic area
Constraints:
• Street parking only
• Softball field and Soccer field overlap: only one league can play at a
time
• Asphalt paving in bad condition
• Drinking fountain in bad condition
• Some of the redwood trees are in poor condition and/or nearing the end
of their lifecycle
Estimated Maintenance:
• Irrigation: recycled water
• Some drainage issues near trees and at softball field
Code Compliance:
• The tot lot and the picnic area are not ADA-compliant
Additional Observations
• Tennis courts don’t see a lot of use
• Tot lot has bark mulch with decent drainage
• The trees block the lighting from the sports field, resulting in fewer
neighbor complaints
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Field of Friends
1”=150’N
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Field of Friends
Name: Field of Friends Dog Park
Location: Benicia Park
Size: < ¼ Acre
Current Condition:
Poor Fair Good Excellent
Inventory
AMENITIES Fenced off-leash area
FURNISHINGS Picnic table
Trash receptacles
Logs
Dog fire hydrant
Signage: park name and rules
Bulletin board
Dog bag dispenser
PARK SURFACE Bark mulch
Recreation Provided:
• Picnic table
• Dog amenities
Constraints:
• Poor drainage
Estimated Maintenance:
• Poor drainage
• Emptying trash receptacles
Code Compliance:
• Picnic table is not ADA-compliant
• There is no path from the sidewalk to the dog park
Additional Observations
• Bulletin board is not used
Opportunities:
• Address drainage issues
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Five Creek Park
1”=200’N
Name: Five Creek Park
Location: 501 Carlson ave
Size: 2/3 acre
Current Condition:
Poor Fair Good Excellent
Inventory
AMENITIES Skate park
Shade structure
Lawn and additional planted areas
Bocce ball court
Small children’s play area with resilient matting
FURNISHINGS Signage: park name and rules
Trash receptacle
Bike racks
Dog bag dispenser
Drinking fountain
PATHWAY PAVING Concrete paving
Permeable pavers
Recreation provided:
• Skateboarding
• Bocce ball
• Small play area
Constraints:
• Ornamental grasses are difficult to maintain
Estimated Maintenance:
• Irrigation system: recycled, minor maintenance
• Mowing
• Weeding and plant maintenance
Opportunities:
• Create a group picnic area
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Five Creek Park
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Golis Park
1”=300’N
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Golis Park
Name: Golis Park
Location: 1450 Golf Course Drive
Size: 13 acres
Current Condition:
Poor Fair Good Excellent
Inventory
AMENITIES Baseball field
Soccer field
Softball field
Elementary playground and tot lot
Basketball court
Tennis court
Multisport court
Parking lot
Connections to Laguna Creek trail
Picnic area
FURNISHINGS Baseball field, pathway, tennis, and basketball
court lighting
Park signage: park name and rules
Drinking fountains
Trash receptacles
Benches
Bike rack
Picnic tables
Barbecue
Bridge connecting to Gaspar Ct
Dog bag holder
FACILITIES Restrooms
Storage for baseball
PATHWAY PAVING Asphalt and concrete paths
Recreation Provided:
• Baseball, softball, and soccer field rentals
• The Best Friends Canine Club uses the baseball field every morning.
They allow approved dogs to be off-leash on the field
• Playground
• Sports courts – tennis, basketball, and multisport
• Loop walking trail
• Picnic areas
Constraints:
• The soccer and softball fields share space. The fields cannot be booked
at the same time
Estimated Maintenance:
• Irrigation: potable system� The system is in bad condition and requires
extensive maintenance
• Weeds growing in the baseball infield
Code Compliance:
• AC paths are not ADA-compliant
• Entrance off of Golf Court Drive is not ADA-compliant
• Baseball bleachers not ADA-compliant
• No accessible path to the soccer field
• Playground and picnic tables are not ADA-compliant
Opportunities:
• Replace park irrigation system
• New fencing at multisport court
Additional Observations
• The City has planned maintenance for the tennis and basketball courts
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Griffin’s Grove Park
1”=200’N
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Griffin’s Grove Park
Name: Griffin’s Grove Park
Location: 6200 Overlook Place
Size: 6�5 acres
Current Condition:
Poor Fair Good Excellent
Inventory
AMENITIES Picnic area
Bocce ball courts
Walking path
FURNISHINGS Benches
Pedestrian lighting
Trash and recycling receptacles
Dog bag dispensers
Picnic tables
Shade structure
Bike racks
Drinking fountain with dog bowl
PATHWAY PAVING Concrete
Decomposed granite
Recreation Provided:
• Walking path
• Picnicking
• Bocce
Constraints:
• N/A
Estimated Maintenance:
• Irrigation: reclaimed water
Code Compliance:
• No ADA parking
• Picnic table area and drinking fountain are ADA-compliant
Additional Observations:
• Some plantings are struggling. Overall, the park is well maintained
and in excellent condition�
Opportunities:
• Shade pavilion over picnic tables at the north of the bocce ball
courts
• Potential for a bathroom facility
1”=100’N
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Hinebaugh Creek Park
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Hinebaugh Creek Park
Name: Hinebaugh Creek Park
Location: 6098 Country Club Drive
Size: < ¼ acre
Current Condition:
Poor Fair Good Excellent
Inventory
AMENITIES Connection to trail along creek
FURNISHINGS Picnic table
Trash receptacle
Dog bag dispenser
PATHWAY PAVING Asphalt
Recreation Provided:
• Picnic table
• Walking path connection
Constraints:
• No irrigation at site
• Seasonal creek flooding
• No adjacent parking
Estimated Maintenance:
• Trash maintenance issues
Code Compliance:
• Picnic table not ADA-compliant
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Honeybee Park
1”=200’N
Name: Honeybee Park
Location: 1170 Golf Course Drive
Size: 10 acres
Current Condition:
Poor Fair Good Excellent
Inventory
AMENITIES Open lawn with rolling mounds, some
plantings, and interspersed trees
Basketball courts
Elementary playground and tot lot
Tennis court
Picnic area
Parking lot
FURNISHINGS Park signage
Drinking fountains
Trash receptacles
Lighting
Picnic tables
Bike racks
Benches
Barbecue
Memorial rocks in picnic area
FACILITIES Pool
Snack shack
Restrooms
Recreation Provided:
• Tennis
• Basketball
• Playground
• Rentable picnic area
Constraints:
• Restrooms are provided at the pool� Park patrons must enter the pool
area to use
• Families find it difficult to cross Golf Course Drive adjacent to the park
Estimated Maintenance:
• Irrigation: potable water
Code Compliance:
• The Basketball court lacks an accessible path
• The playgrounds are not ADA-compliant
Opportunities:
• The lawn is underutilized: opportunity for events
• Potential space for a dog park
• Install safer crossing opportunities for park visitors on Golf Course Drive
• Provide additional restroom facility for non-pool visitors
Additional Observations
• Pool buildings are scheduled for renovation
• Basketball court received superficial repairs in 2021
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Honeybee Park
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Jasmine Tot Lot Park
1”=200’N
Name: Jasmine Park
Location: Next to 1455 Jasmine Circle
Size: < ¼ Acre
Current Condition:
Poor Fair Good Excellent
Inventory
AMENITIES Trail connection along Copeland Creek
Open and mounding lawn with two small trees
FURNISHINGS Bench
Park signage
PATHWAY PAVING Concrete path
Recreation provided:
• Adjacent creek viewing
Constraints:
• Small footprint
• In residential area, very close to adjacent houses
• Concrete path cracking
Estimated Maintenance:
• Irrigation: recycled water
• Mowing
Code Compliance:
• Bench is not ADA-compliant
Additional Observations
• Three points of entry to the park
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Jasmine Tot Lot Park
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Lacrosse Mini-Park
1”=200’N
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Lacrosse Mini-Park
Name: Lacrosse Park
Location: End of Lacrosse Court (North)
Size: <1 Acre
Current Condition:
Poor Fair Good Excellent
Inventory
AMENITIES Tire swing
Swing set
Half basketball court
Open lawn with trees and ornamental planting
FURNISHINGS Park signage: rules
Benches
PATHWAY PAVING Concrete paving
Recreation Provided:
• Basketball
• Swing sets
Constraints:
• Small footprint
• Proximity to adjacent houses
• Poor drainage
• No parking
Estimated Maintenance:
• Weekly mowing
Code Compliance:
• Provide path access to basketball court and swings for ADA-compliance
Opportunities:
• Replace benches that are nearing the end of their lifecycle
• Replace swing sets that are nearing the end of their lifecycle
• Add play equipment to park
• Replace cracked and uneven concrete
Additional Observations
• Adjacent to train tracks
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Ladybug Park
1”=200’N
Name: Ladybug Park
Location: 8517 Liman Way
Size: 5 acres
Current Condition:
Poor Fair Good Excellent
Inventory
AMENITIES Elementary playground
Tennis court
Picnic area
Baseball field
Soccer field
Creek connection
Stormwater retention swale
Picnic area
Open lawn with minimal plantings, some small
tree groves
Laguna Creek trail connections for pedestrian
and bike use
FURNISHINGS Park signage: park name, rules, and amenities
Picnic tables
Drinking fountains
Trash receptacles
Benches
Swing gate for vehicles
FACILITIES Ladybug Park Recreation Facility
Snack shack
PATHWAY PAVING Asphalt
Recreation Provided:
• Baseball field
• Soccer league
• Tennis
• Playground
• Picnicking
Constraints:
• Hardscape in poor condition
• No public restroom
• Soccer field has holes, drainage issues, and poor irrigation
Estimated Maintenance:
• Irrigation: has issues with asbestos
• Playground has poor drainage
• Removal of debris from drainage swale
• Monterey pines are at the end of their lifespan and are slowly being
removed
Code Compliance:
• Picnic area, playground, and recreation facility entrance are not ADA-
compliant
Opportunities:
• Add amenity such as pickleball or sand volleyball to replace soon-to-be-
demolished pool/garden
• Add connecting paths to all amenities including picnic area and tennis
courts
Additional Observations
• Pool/garden area next to Recreation Center are scheduled for
demolition
• The irrigation system is shared with the adjacent school
• Swale divides the park. During a storm event it is difficult to access both
sides of the park without taking a long route
• Tennis courts are not frequently used
• The adjacent elementary school owns the baseball field: Rohnert Park
has a joint-use agreement
• The picnic area is within the city of Cotati boundary but Rohnert Park
maintains it
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Ladybug Park
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Lilac Tot Lot Park
1”=100’N
Name: Lilac Park
Location: 826 Lilac Way
Size: < ¼ Acre
Current Condition:
Poor Fair Good Excellent
Inventory
AMENITIES Open and sloping lawn
FURNISHINGS Park signage: park name
Drinking fountain remnant
PATHWAY PAVING Concrete path
Constraints:
• Park entry sign obscured by plantings
• Poor visibility� There have been incidents of children racing their bikes
onto the street into oncoming traffic
• Drinking fountain not functional
Estimated Maintenance:
• Irrigation: potable
• Backflow meter not visible
• Utilities may run through park
Code Compliance:
• Park entry and path are not ADA-accessible
Opportunities:
• Provide amenity for use
Additional Observations
• Park has one entry. Secondary entry is fenced off
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Lilac Tot Lot Park
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Lydia Court Mini Park
1”=200’N
Name: Lydia Park
Location: 541 Lydia Court S
Size: < 1 Acre
Current Condition:
Poor Fair Good Excellent
Inventory
AMENITIES New playground
Lydia Commons Community Garden
FURNISHINGS Park signage: park rules
Benches
Dog bag dispenser
Picnic tables
Storage shed
Little Free Library
Sculptural bench at community garden
Community posting board
Hose bibs
Trash receptacles
PATHWAY PAVING Asphalt
Concrete entry path
Dirt path
Recreation Provided:
• Playground
• Gardening and harvest sharing
Constraints:
• Path width needs to allow chipper vehicle to enter site for tree
maintenance
• Poor drainage in lawn areas
• Entry is missing a gate, but has posts
Estimated Maintenance:
• Mowing lawn
• Trees
Code Compliance:
• Playground is ADA-accessible
Additional Observations
• The new play structure construction was completed in March of 2024
• Lydia Commons Community Garden is onsite� It is City-owned but used
by the community� There is no formal agreement for operation
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Lydia Court Mini Park
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Magnolia Park
1”=400’N
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Magnolia Park
Name: Magnolia Park
Location: 1401 Middlebrook
Size: 19 Acres
Current Condition:
Poor Fair Good Excellent
Inventory
AMENITIES Elementary playground
Tennis court
Basketball court
Picnic area
Softball field
Soccer field
Parking lot
Practice field
Open lawn with perimeter trees
FURNISHINGS Park signage
Drinking fountain
Trash receptacles
Lighting
Picnic tables
Bike racks
Barbecues
Bleachers
Benches
Trees in seat wall planters
FACILITIES Pool facility
Concession stand
Restrooms
PATHWAY PAVING Concrete
Recreation Provided:
• Cal Ripken Baseball League
• Softball league
• Soccer league
• Rohnert Park Tennis Club
• Playground
• Basketball
• Picnic area
Constraints:
• Frequent complaints filed about the nighttime sports field lighting
• The softball field overlaps with the soccer field, so both sports cannot
play at the same time
• Improvements to the softball field have been damaged because the
field is not fenced
• Basketball court has drainage issues
Estimated Maintenance:
• Irrigation: recycled water
• Irrigation is in poor condition� The switch to recycled water lowered the
pressure� There are many breaks in the main line
• Sports field lighting wiring has issues
• Gophers are a recurring problem
Code Compliance:
• Picnic area is not ADA-compliant
• Sections of the perimeter path are not ADA-compliant
Opportunities:
• Pool facility is currently under renovation
• Potential location for an artificial turf/all-weather field
Additional Observations
• New, inclusive elementary playground was installed in 2020
• Tennis courts are maintained by the Rohnert Park Tennis Club and are
the City’s most frequently used
• The community uses the softball field frequently
• Site is adjacent to Monte Vista Elementary School
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Maurice Fredericks Park
1”=200’N
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Maurice Fredericks Park
Name: Maurice Fredericks Park
Location: 1000 Wisdom Lane
Size: 5 Acres
Current Condition:
Poor Fair Good Excellent
Inventory
AMENITIES Elementary playground and tot lot
Basketball court
Picnic area
Dog park
Soccer field/open lawn
FURNISHINGS Drinking fountain
Lighting
Picnic tables
Entry sign monument
Bioswale area
Benches
Concrete planter / seat wall node with benches
Rock mulch strip at end of lawn for drainage
Park signage
PATHWAY PAVING Concrete pathways
Vehicular-rated concrete
Recreation Provided:
• Soccer field rental by the charter school
• Playgrounds
• Open lawn
• Picnic areas
• Dog park
• Strolling perimeter path
Constraints:
• Dog park has drainage issues
• No restrooms
Opportunities:
• Additional shade opportunities
Estimated Maintenance:
• Irrigation: recycled water, all drip system, has some issues including
with clock timer
• Homeowner association pays additional fee for daily maintenance
• Mowing
• Plant pruning
• Annual mulch additions to dog park
• Park has gopher issues
Code Compliance:
• Playground is ADA-compliant
Additional Observations
• Newest completed park, is heavily used
• Homeowner association is concerned about intensity of park use
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Meadow Pines Mini Park
1”=60’N
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Meadow Pines Mini Park
Name: Meadow Pines Mini Park
Location: Next to 6406 Civic Center Dr�
Size: < 1 acre
Current Condition:
Poor Fair Good Excellent
Inventory
AMENITIES Tot lot
Open lawn
FURNISHINGS Trash receptacle
Benches
Dog bag dispenser
PATHWAY PAVING Concrete
Recreation provided:
• Playground
Constraints:
• Small footprint: it connects to a neighboring open lawn that is not owned
by the City
Estimated Maintenance:
• Irrigation: potable
• Mowing
Opportunities:
• Consider adding teen-friendly amenities
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Rainbow Park
1”=100’N
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Rainbow Park
Name: Rainbow Park
Location: 1345 Rosana Way
Size: 2�68 Acres
Current Condition:
Poor Fair Good Excellent
Inventory
AMENITIES Elementary playground
Tennis court
Basketball court
Picnic area
Open and mounding lawn with interspersed
trees
FURNISHINGS Park signage: park rules
Drinking fountain
Trash receptacles
Basketball court lighting
Barbecues
Picnic tables
Bike racks
Wood benches
Park commemoration plaque
Welcome to Rohnert Park monument sign
PATHWAY PAVING Concrete
Recreation Provided:
• Tennis
• Basketball
• Playground
• Picnic area
Constraints:
• Basketball court needs re-surfacing and re-striping
Estimated Maintenance:
• Irrigation: recycled water, one line
• Disinfecting playground
Code Compliance:
• Picnic areas are not ADA-compliant
• Concrete paths are not ADA-compliant in some places
Additional Observations
• The tennis courts are underutilized
• Elementary playground is in good condition with good drainage
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Roberts Lake
1”=400’N
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Roberts Lake
Name: Roberts Lake Park
Location: 5010 Roberts Lake Rd
Size: 8�5 Acres
Current Condition:
Poor Fair Good Excellent
Inventory
AMENITIES Lake
Open and mounding lawn
Tree-lined lake edge
Pier
Picnic areas
Poly Klass memorial with donor pavers in
fenced area
FURNISHINGS Park signage
Picnic tables
Trash receptacles
Drinking fountain
Benches
PATHWAY PAVING Concrete path
Recreation Provided:
• Fishing derby event
• Picnic areas
Constraints:
• Street parking only
• Concrete path does not loop around lake, is lifting at one of the picnic
areas
• Aggressive goose and duck population destroys lawn
• Erosion at the edge of the lake causes the trees to lean and risk falling
• Lack of aeration at lake has led to fish deaths
• Golf course irrigation line passes through Roberts Park� Some irrigation
heads on the line are located within the park footprint
Estimated Maintenance:
• Irrigation: recycled
• Significant trash issues
• Vandalism and property damage issues, including booster pump issues
• The lake breaches the edge and floods both the path and park in severe
storms
Code Compliance:
• Picnic areas and paths are not ADA-compliant
Additional Observations
• Lake is used to irrigate the park: two inlet pipes bring reclaimed water
from the Santa Rosa system to the lake
Opportunities:
• Create concrete walking loop around lake
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Rohnert Bark Dog Park
1”=100’N
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Rohnert Bark Dog Park
Name: Rohnert Bark Dog Park
Location: 5010 Roberts Lake Rd
Size: 0�83 Acres
Current Condition:
Poor Fair Good Excellent
Inventory
AMENITIES Small dog fenced park
Large dog fenced park
Some trees
FURNISHINGS Dog and drinking fountains
Bench
Picnic tables
Large tires
Fire hydrant for dogs
Trash receptacle
Dog bag dispenser
PATHWAY PAVING Concrete paths
Recreation Provided:
• Dog run
• Picnic area
Constraints:
• Lack of shade in both parks
• Street parking only
• Original lawn surfacing has not survived due to the irrigation being
turned off
• The entrance is not large enough for large vehicles to enter and deposit
mulch
• Aggressive goose and duck population
Estimated Maintenance:
• Regular mulch replacement
• Mowing
• Dog bag refilling
• Picking up dog waste
• Dog waste does not get picked up
• Irrigation: reclaimed, shut off as non-potable water was being used by
nearby unhoused population, creating unsanitary conditions
• Treating for ticks and foxtails
Code Compliance:
• Concrete entrance is not ADA-compliant
• Concrete paths do not extend throughout the park
• Park interiors are not ADA-compliant
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Sunrise Park
1”=300’N
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Sunrise Park
Name: Sunrise Park
Location: 5201 Snyder Lane
Size: 9 acres
Current Condition:
Poor Fair Good Excellent
Inventory
AMENITIES All-weather artificial turf field
Parking lot
Pickleball courts
Softball field
Elementary playground and tot lot
Basketball courts
Picnic area
Small lawns with a redwood perimeter
Storage containers
FURNISHINGS Bleachers
Benches with shade structures
Planters with magnolia trees
Picnic tables
Signage: park name and rules
Lighting at sports field, basketball court,
softball field, and pickleball court
Benches
Drinking fountain
Bike rack
Trash receptacles
Barbecue
PATHWAY PAVING Concrete path
Perimeter asphalt path
Recreation Provided:
• Soccer and lacrosse leagues rent out the all-terrain artificial turf field
• Pickleball league
• Softball
• Basketball
• Playground
• Picnic area
• Walking path
Constraints:
• Sound issues from pickleball courts
• Softball and soccer fields overlap
• The elementary playground and tot lot have some drainage issues
• The basketball court has drainage issues
Estimated Maintenance:
• Irrigation: ½ potable, ½ recycled water
• Repairs due to vandalism and graffiti, particularly in the restrooms
• Sweeping all-weather artificial turf field weekly, with deep cleanings two
times per year
Code Compliance:
• Picnic area is not ADA-compliant
• Perimeter asphalt path is not ADA-compliant in some sections
Opportunities:
• Connection to longer path along Rohnert Park Expressway
Additional Observations
• Park is highly used
• Tree removal planned
• Pickleball courts recently resurfaced but starting to crack
• All-weather artificial turf field reserved year-round by soccer and
lacrosse� Priority is given to youth groups vs adult rentals
• The softball field is underutilized due to the infield not being all-weather
surfacing
• Maintenance plans to store a gator cart near the storage containers
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Twin Creeks Park
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Twin Creeks Park
Name: Twin Creeks Park
Location: 6�83 acres
Size: 5530 Kerry Road
Current Condition:
Poor Fair Good Excellent
Inventory
AMENITIES Basketball courts
Elementary playground and tot lot with poured-
in place resilient matting
Soccer field
Baseball field
Open lawn with some planted beds and trees
FURNISHINGS Picnic tables
Bleachers
Bike racks
Trash receptacles
Lighting for the pedestrian pathway
Drinking fountain
Signage: park name and rules
Benches
Dog bag dispenser
FACILITIES Picnic pavilion
Restrooms
Snack shack with mini kitchen
PATHWAY PAVING Concrete sidewalks
Recreation Provided:
• Basketball court
• Soccer League rentals
• Picnic area
Constraints:
• Soccer field overlaps with baseball field
• Baseball field is sized for youth groups only. No adult leagues
• Complaints of high use from neighboring residents
• One of the newest parks as well as one of the hardest to maintain�
Maurice Fredericks Park and Twin Creeks Park draw the most scrutiny
Estimated Maintenance:
• Irrigation: recycled water, some issues
• Baseball field has drainage issues
• Homeowner association pays fee for maintenance
• Mowing and weeding
• Selective vegetation removal
Opportunities:
• Consider relocating oversized bleachers to another park
Additional Observations
• The picnic pavilion is highly used and often rented
• Snack shack is not currently used
• The city plans to provide park staff in the future to help control noise,
garbage, and park misuse
• This is the City’s highest used park
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FACILITIES
Inventory and Assessment
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Benicia Park Recreation Center
1”=50’N
Name: Benicia Park Recreation Center
Location: 7450 Santa Barbara Drive
Size: 3,024 sqft
Current Condition:
Poor Fair Good Excellent
Inventory
OUTOOR AMENITIES Parking Lot
Community Garden
Small open lawn
OUTDOOR
FURNISHINGS
Parking lot lighting
Trash and recycling bins
Benches in the community garden
PATHWAY PAVING Concrete paths
Recreation Provided:
• Leased by the Boys and Girls Club for $1 per year
Constraints:
• No paving connection to the tot lot or to the other amenities at Benicia
Park
Outside Estimated Maintenance:
• Irrigation: reclaimed water
• Mowing
• Tree pruning
• Recreation center landscape is maintained by a private company
Code Compliance:
• Concrete ramp not ADA-compliant
• Concrete ramp does not loop around the building
• Building should have a full architectural facility assessment for code
compliance
Opportunities:
• Additional parking lot lighting needed
Additional Observations
• There is a PGE power building located between the recreation center
and Benicia Park’s baseball field
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Benicia Park Recreation Center
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Burton Ave Park Recreation Center
1”=50’N
Name: Burton Avenue Recreation Center
Location: 7421 Burton Ave (Benicia Park)
Facility Size: 6,700 sqft
Current Condition:
Poor Fair Good Excellent
Inventory
AMENITIES Building rental space
Storage
OUTDOOR AMENITIES Parking lot
Peace Garden installed by the Rotary Club
Open lawn
OUTDOOR FURNISHINGS Bike racks
Trash receptacles
Picnic tables
Benches
PATHWAY PAVING Concrete paving
Recreation Provided:
• Summer camp program
• Evening programs during the school year
• Rentals
Outside Estimated Maintenance:
• Irrigation: recycled water
• Drainage issues
• Mowing
• The Rotary Club maintains the peace garden
Building Estimated Maintenance:
• The roof leaks but otherwise there are no major problems
Code Compliance:
• Building should have a full architectural facility assessment for code
compliance
• Sections of the surrounding concrete paving are not ADA-compliant
Opportunities:
• Redesign front entry for nice photo opportunity space to use during
rentals
Additional Observations
• The facility is an evacuation shelter location
• Park is adjacent to El Camino High School
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Burton Ave Park Recreation Center
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Callinan Sports & Fitness Center
1”=100’N
Name: Callinan Sports & Fitness Center
Location: 5405 Snyder Lane
Size: 4,600 sf
Current Condition:
Poor Fair Good Excellent
Inventory
AMENITIES Indoor basketball courts
Locker rooms with saunas and bathrooms
Weight rooms
Cardio room with new padded floor and
equipment
Racquetball / handball courts
Childcare on evenings and weekends
OUTDOOR AMENITIES Open lawn with a few perimeter trees
Rainwater collection system with adjacent
garden
INDOOR FURNISHINGS Retractable bleachers in basketball court
OUTDOOR FURNISHINGS Picnic tables
Fixed tables in courtyard
Garbage cans
Catch basins from gutter downspouts
Benches in center courtyard
PATHWAY PAVING Concrete courtyard
Recreation Provided:
• Contracted out to camp programs
• Adult league sports
• Rented for a few large gymnastics events every year
Constraints:
• No heating, ventilation, or air conditioning. In the summer, the facility
gets hot and humid
• Significant renovation of lighting needed
Estimated Maintenance:
• Roof leaks
Estimated Outdoor Maintenance:
• Irrigation: on three timers
• Mowing and reseeding lawn
Opportunities:
• There is an empty room that can be put to additional recreational use
Additional Observations
• Not open to the public: membership-based
• Issues with youth driving and spinning donuts on facility’s lawn
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Community Center
1”=100’N
Name: Rohnert Park Community Center
Location: 5401 Snyder Lane
Size: 20,000 sf
Current Condition:
Poor Fair Good Excellent
Inventory
AMENITIES Parking lot
Open lawn with some trees and
occasional shrub plantings
Pond in atrium
Multi-use room with full commercial
kitchen
Ceramics studio
OUTDOOR FURNISHINGS Trash receptacles
Bike racks
Dumpster
Billboard sign
Benches
PATHWAY PAVING Concrete
Recreation Provided:
• Community classes held here, most led by independent contractors
• Private rentals
• Gymnastics league rentals
• Private preschool
• City-organized community events
• Seating areas
Constraints:
• Gas line problem
Outdoor Estimated Maintenance:
• Irrigation: no valves
Estimated Maintenance:
• Roof leaks in a couple places
• Bar in multi-use room has a sink that does not drain
Opportunities:
• Adding a pool to the facility complex
• Lawn space to be used for events
Additional Observations
• The Community Center generates a large amount of revenue from
rentals
• Gas line problem slated for capital improvements project
• The city is considering a possible renovation of the pond in the atrium
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Gold Ridge Recreation Building
1”=50’N
Name: Gold Ridge Recreation Building and Surrounding Property
Location: 1455 Golf Course Drive
Size: 16,500 sf
Current Condition:
Poor Fair Good Excellent
Inventory
AMENITIES Restrooms
Stage
Projection capabilities
Basketball court
Kitchen
OUTDOOR AMENITIES Basketball court
Stage
Parking lot
Soccer practice field
Tetherball poles
Open lawn, including grass mound for
watching outdoor stage
OUTDOOR FURNISHINGS Benches
FACILITIES Restrooms
Recreation Provided:
• Sports camps
• Soccer field used for league practice
Constraints:
• There is concern about noise complaints from large events
• The facility is too far from the freeway to become a larger destination,
and there would be significant traffic impacts in this area
• No outdoor lighting
• No heating, ventilation, or air conditioning system in the building
• Kitchen is unusable
Estimated Maintenance:
• Portables are scheduled to be demolished
Code Compliance:
• Sections of the paving are not ADA-compliant
• Recreation center parking is not ADA-compliant
• Stage is not ADA-compliant
Additional Observations:
• A preschool currently runs out of several portables
Opportunities:
• Potential area for bocce ball courts
• Skaters use the existing basketball and tennis courts
• Ample space for added amenities
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Ladybug Park Recreation Center
1”=50’N
Name: Ladybug Park Recreation Center
Location: 8517 Liman Way
Size: 1,145 sf
Current Condition:
Poor Fair Good Excellent
Inventory
AMENITIES Gathering area (room)
Small sink and kitchenette area
INDOOR FURNISHINGS Storage
Oven
Chairs and tables
Mini-fridge
FACILITIES Restrooms
Snack shack
Recreation Provided:
• Long-standing rentals by Alcoholics Anonymous and other community
groups
Constraints:
• Age of facility
Estimated Maintenance:
• Maintained by rental groups
Code Compliance:
• Entry to the facility is not ADA-compliant
Additional Observations
• Restrooms are not open to the public
• The city repaired a roof leak within the last three years
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Ladybug Park Recreation Center
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Scout Hut
1”=50’N
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Scout Hut
Name: Scout Hut
Location: 1,328 sqft
Size: 295 Santa Alicia Drive
Current Condition:
Poor Fair Good Excellent
Inventory
OUTDOOR AMENITIES Surrounding trees
Planters
OUTDOOR FURNISHINGS Some outdoor lighting
Mural
PATHWAY PAVING Concrete paving
Recreation Provided:
• The City leases the Scout Hut to the Girl Scouts for $1 per year
Constraints:
• Wear due to age
• Insufficient lighting approaching the building
• Crumbling exterior
Estimated Maintenance:
• N/A
Code Compliance:
• Ramped entry not ADA-compliant
Opportunities:
• N/A
Additional Observations
• N/A
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Senior Citizen Center
1”=100’N
Name: Senior Citizen Center
Location: 6800 Hunter Drive
Size: 8,000 SF
Current Condition:
Poor Fair Good Excellent
Inventory
AMENITIES Lobby
Offices
Indoor gym
Dining area
OUTDOOR AMENITIES Parking lot
Small patches of lawn with a single olive
tree in the courtyard
OUTDOOR FURNISHINGS Bike rack
Art bench
PATHWAY PAVING Concrete
Recreation Provided:
• Classes, including evening classes
• Bingo from a nonprofit senior organization
• Rentals
Outdoor Constraints:
• Lack of outdoor space
Outdoor Estimated Maintenance:
• Irrigation: potable
Code Compliance:
• Building should have a full architectural facility assessment for code
compliance
Outdoor Code Compliance:
• Some concrete pathways are not ADA-compliant
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Senior Citizen Center
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Spreckels Performing Arts Center
1”=100’N
Name: Spreckels Performing Arts Center
Location: 5409 Snyder Lane
Size: 42,000 sf
Current Condition:
Poor Fair Good Excellent
Inventory
AMENITIES Nellie W� Codding 500-seat theater
Experimental 125-seat theater
Offices
Prop and costume storage
Stage shop
Green room
Cat walk
Orchestra pit
OUTDOOR AMENITIES Open lawn
INDOOR FURNISHINGS Tables and chairs in lobby
Drinking fountains
OUTDOOR FURNISHINGS Bike rack
Connection to trail along creek
FACILITIES Restrooms
Recreation Provided:
• Professional theatre performances
• Dance company recitals
• Event rentals
• Open lawn used for community events
Estimated Maintenance:
• Flooding in the orchestra pit
Estimated Outdoor Maintenance:
• Irrigation: reclaimed water
Code Compliance:
• The upstairs offices and prop/costume storage are not ADA-accessible
Additional Observations
• Bike parking by the entrance is used by electric scooters
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261Appendix
City of Rohnert Park – Parks and Recreation Master Plan
7.3 statistically valiD
survey results
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CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
2023 Park & Recreation Needs Assessment Survey
Topline Report
n=626
15 minutes
Residents / Registered Voters Hybrid Sample
Languages: English & Spanish (Spanish confirmed)
May 24, 2023
www.godberesearch.com
Northern California and Corporate Offices
1220 Howard Avenue., Suite 250
Burlingame, CA 94010
Nevada
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Reno, NV 89521
Godbe Research
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MMEETTHHOODDOOLLOOGGYY
Sample Universe:
- 35,441 Adult Residents 18+
Sample Size:
n=626
Data Collection Methodology:
n=61 Email Inviation to Online Survey
n=565 Text Inviation to Online Survey
Margin of Error:
- Adults 18 years or older + 3.88%
Interview Dates: May 3 to 9, 2023
Survey Length: 15 minutes
OOVVEERRAALLLL SSAATTIISSFFAACCTTIIOONN WWIITTHH PPAARRKK && RREECCRREEAATTIIOONN
Column N %Count ∑ or Mean
Very satisfied 18.2%114
Somewhat satisfied 49.3%309
Somewhat dissatisfied 18.9%118
Very dissatisfied 4.9%31
Not sure 8.7%54
Total Satisfied 67.5%
Total Dissatisfied 23.8%
Ratio Sat to Dissat 2.84
Very satisfied 19.6%123
Somewhat satisfied 45.2%283
Somewhat dissatisfied 12.2%76
Very dissatisfied 3.9%25
Not sure 19.1%120
Total Satisfied 64.8%
Total Dissatisfied 16.1%
Ratio Sat to Dissat 4.03
Sample Segment
Adults 18+
2. Overall, are you satisfied or dissatisfied with the City of
Rohnert Park, park and recreation activities and programs?
1. Overall, are you satisfied or dissatisfied with the City of
Rohnert Park, park and recreation facilities?
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RRAATTIINNGG OOFF PPAARRKK && RREECCRREEAATTIIOONN FFAACCIILLIITTIIEESS
Column N %Count ∑ or Mean
Excellent 8.9%56
Good 47.8%299
Fair 21.6%135
Poor 8.3%52
Very poor 2.1%13
Not used Rohnert Park, parks or
recreation programs 10.4% 65
Not sure 1.0%6
Total Excel + Good 56.7%
Fair 21.6%
Total Poor + Very Poor 10.3%
Ratio Sat to Dissat 5.48
Sample Segment
Adults 18+
3. In the past 12 months, if you, or anyone in your
household, have used one of the Rohnert Park, parks or
recreation facilities, would you say that Rohnert Park, park
and recreation facilities are excellent, good, fair, poor, or
very poor?
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Column N %Count ∑ or Mean
4. Importance of sports or athletic activities:
Extremely Important 10.7%67 56.8%
Very Important 17.0%107
Somewhat Important 29.1%182
Not Too Important 17.6%110
Not At All Important 23.9%150
Not Sure 1.7%11
Extremely Important 16.9%106 63.7%
Very Important 19.5%122
Somewhat Important 27.3%171
Not Too Important 14.4%90
Not At All Important 18.9%118
Not Sure 3.1%19
Extremely Important 11.8%74 56.3%
Very Important 15.9%99
Somewhat Important 28.7%180
Not Too Important 15.6%98
Not At All Important 25.0%157
Not Sure 3.1%19
Extremely Important 16.8%105 64.5%
Very Important 22.2%139
Somewhat Important 25.4%159
Not Too Important 13.2%83
Not At All Important 19.7%123
Not Sure 2.5%16
Extremely Important 7.3%46 53.6%
Very Important 12.9%81
Somewhat Important 33.4%209
Not Too Important 18.5%116
Not At All Important 23.4%147
Not Sure 4.4%28
Extremely Important 19.0%119 64.3%
Very Important 21.6%135
Somewhat Important 23.7%149
Not Too Important 12.3%77
Not At All Important 21.6%135
Not Sure 1.9%12
Extremely Important 9.9%62 49.5%
Very Important 13.1%82
Somewhat Important 26.5%166
Not Too Important 17.8%111
Not At All Important 29.3%183
Not Sure 3.4%21
Adults 18+
4C.Softball
4D.Baseball
4E.Volleyball
4F.Soccer
4G.Football/flag football
4A.Tennis
4B.Basketball
Sample Segment
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Column N %Count ∑ or Mean
Extremely Important 12.1%76 44.9%
Very Important 12.3%77
Somewhat Important 20.5%128
Not Too Important 17.8%111
Not At All Important 34.1%214
Not Sure 3.2%20
Extremely Important 30.0%188 83.9%
Very Important 29.8%186
Somewhat Important 24.2%151
Not Too Important 8.1%51
Not At All Important 7.0%44
Not Sure 0.9%6
Extremely Important 57.5%360 96.3%
Very Important 26.5%166
Somewhat Important 12.3%77
Not Too Important 2.4%15
Not At All Important 1.3%8
Not Sure 0.0%0
Extremely Important 38.7%242 87.0%
Very Important 31.6%198
Somewhat Important 16.7%105
Not Too Important 4.5%28
Not At All Important 6.1%38
Not Sure 2.5%15
Extremely Important 6.9%43 45.8%
Very Important 10.5%66
Somewhat Important 28.4%178
Not Too Important 20.6%129
Not At All Important 30.7%192
Not Sure 2.8%17
Extremely Important 3.8%24 32.3%
Very Important 8.0%50
Somewhat Important 20.5%128
Not Too Important 22.8%143
Not At All Important 40.7%255
Not Sure 4.2%26
Extremely Important 11.8%74 49.1%
Very Important 9.8%62
Somewhat Important 27.5%172
Not Too Important 20.7%130
Not At All Important 28.2%176
Not Sure 2.0%12
Sample Segment
Adults 18+
4M.Lacrosse
4N.Mountain or BMX biking
4H.Fishing
4I.Swimming
4J.Walking, hiking, jogging
4K.Fitness (yoga, weightlifting, cardio, dance, etc.)
4L.Roller hockey/roller skating
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Column N %Count ∑ or Mean
Extremely Important 19.5%122 71.0%
Very Important 25.0%157
Somewhat Important 26.5%166
Not Too Important 13.4%84
Not At All Important 13.6%85
Not Sure 1.9%12
Extremely Important 7.1%45 41.7%
Very Important 11.8%74
Somewhat Important 22.7%142
Not Too Important 22.0%138
Not At All Important 28.3%177
Not Sure 8.0%50
Extremely Important 8.8%55 44.3%
Very Important 13.8%86
Somewhat Important 21.7%136
Not Too Important 17.6%110
Not At All Important 36.1%226
Not Sure 2.0%12
Extremely Important 2.0%13 15.7%
Very Important 3.9%24
Somewhat Important 9.8%61
Not Too Important 13.4%84
Not At All Important 39.6%248
Not Sure 31.3%196
Extremely Important 3.0%19 39.8%
Very Important 9.2%58
Somewhat Important 27.5%172
Not Too Important 21.5%135
Not At All Important 31.2%196
Not Sure 7.5%47
Extremely Important 11.1%69 52.4%
Very Important 15.2%95
Somewhat Important 26.1%164
Not Too Important 18.1%113
Not At All Important 27.1%170
Not Sure 2.4%15
Extremely Important 13.8%86 48.6%
Very Important 12.1%76
Somewhat Important 22.7%142
Not Too Important 17.9%112
Not At All Important 32.0%200
Not Sure 1.4%9
Sample Segment
Adults 18+
4O.Cycling
4P.Pickleball
4Q.Skateboarding
4R.Futsal
4S.Bocce
4T.Martial Arts
4U.Golf
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Column N %Count ∑ or Mean
Extremely Important 10.0%63 52.9%
Very Important 15.5%97
Somewhat Important 27.4%171
Not Too Important 17.2%108
Not At All Important 26.4%165
Not Sure 3.5%22
Extremely Important 35.2%220 75.9%
Very Important 22.0%138
Somewhat Important 18.6%117
Not Too Important 6.4%40
Not At All Important 15.7%98
Not Sure 2.0%13
Sample Segment
Adults 18+
4W.Playing on a play structure
4V.Gymnastics
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Column N %Count ∑ or Mean
4J.Walking, hiking, jogging 3.37
4K.Fitness (yoga, weightlifting, cardio, dance, etc.)2.95
4I.Swimming 2.68
4W.Playing on a play structure 2.56
4O.Cycling 2.24
4F.Soccer 2.04
4D.Baseball 2.03
4B.Basketball 2.01
4C.Softball 1.73
4A.Tennis 1.73
4V.Gymnastics 1.64
4T.Martial Arts 1.64
4E.Volleyball 1.60
4U.Golf 1.57
4N.Mountain or BMX biking 1.55
4G.Football/flag football 1.55
4H.Fishing 1.49
4P.Pickleball 1.43
4L.Roller hockey/roller skating 1.41
4Q.Skateboarding 1.40
4S.Bocce 1.26
4M.Lacrosse 1.08
4R.Futsal 0.77
Sample Segment
Adults 18+
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Column N %Count ∑ or Mean
5. Importance of spleisure or cultural activities:
Extremely Important 24.1%151 79.2%
Very Important 26.6%167
Somewhat Important 28.4%178
Not Too Important 9.7%61
Not At All Important 10.3%64
Not Sure 0.8%5
Extremely Important 19.8%124 86.9%
Very Important 32.8%206
Somewhat Important 34.3%215
Not Too Important 9.3%58
Not At All Important 2.1%13
Not Sure 1.6%10
Extremely Important 27.8%174 86.0%
Very Important 28.1%176
Somewhat Important 30.1%189
Not Too Important 6.6%41
Not At All Important 7.1%44
Not Sure 0.3%2
Extremely Important 34.1%213 91.1%
Very Important 33.1%207
Somewhat Important 23.8%149
Not Too Important 5.7%35
Not At All Important 2.8%18
Not Sure 0.4%3
Extremely Important 30.7%192 84.9%
Very Important 30.5%191
Somewhat Important 23.7%148
Not Too Important 8.7%54
Not At All Important 5.7%36
Not Sure 0.7%5
Extremely Important 63.8%400 98.0%
Very Important 24.4%152
Somewhat Important 9.8%61
Not Too Important 0.8%5
Not At All Important 1.2%7
Not Sure 0.0%0
Extremely Important 24.5%154 85.7%
Very Important 33.7%211
Somewhat Important 27.5%172
Not Too Important 9.6%60
Not At All Important 3.5%22
Not Sure 1.2%8
Sample Segment
Adults 18+
5B. Attending community events
5C. Cooking/baking
5D. Attending cultural activities, such as museums, theater
programs, musical performances, or art exhibits
5E. Gardening
5F. Going to a local park/enjoying nature
5A. Arts and crafts
5G. Home projects/DIY
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Column N %Count ∑ or Mean
Extremely Important 13.0%82 67.0%
Very Important 19.4%121
Somewhat Important 34.5%216
Not Too Important 17.2%108
Not At All Important 15.0%94
Not Sure 0.9%6
Extremely Important 11.0%69 34.2%
Very Important 10.7%67
Somewhat Important 12.5%79
Not Too Important 14.7%92
Not At All Important 49.2%308
Not Sure 1.9%12
Extremely Important 36.9%231 90.4%
Very Important 35.2%220
Somewhat Important 18.2%114
Not Too Important 6.4%40
Not At All Important 2.9%18
Not Sure 0.3%2
Extremely Important 20.2%126 65.2%
Very Important 23.4%147
Somewhat Important 21.6%135
Not Too Important 18.1%113
Not At All Important 16.3%102
Not Sure 0.5%3
Extremely Important 31.1%194 88.9%
Very Important 27.5%172
Somewhat Important 30.3%190
Not Too Important 7.7%48
Not At All Important 3.2%20
Not Sure 0.2%1
Extremely Important 41.7%261 80.1%
Very Important 20.4%128
Somewhat Important 18.0%112
Not Too Important 7.1%44
Not At All Important 11.6%73
Not Sure 1.1%7
Extremely Important 35.6%223 90.4%
Very Important 29.6%185
Somewhat Important 25.2%158
Not Too Important 4.5%28
Not At All Important 4.1%26
Not Sure 1.1%7
Sample Segment
Adults 18+
5L. Picnics
5M. Walking or exercising a dog at a dog park area
5N. Self-help/wellness
5H. Games (in-person/social), such as cards or bingo
5I. Online gaming
5J. Reading
5K. Playing an instrument/singing
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Column N %Count ∑ or Mean
Extremely Important 19.3%121 88.2%
Very Important 34.4%215
Somewhat Important 34.6%217
Not Too Important 8.5%53
Not At All Important 2.8%18
Not Sure 0.5%3
IIMMPPOORRTTAANNCCEE OOFF LLEEIISSUURREE OORR CCUULLTTUURRAALL AACCTTIIVVIIEESS ---- BBYY IINNTTEENNSSIITTYY
Column N %Count ∑ or Mean
5F. Going to a local park/enjoying nature 3.49
5J. Reading 2.97
5D. Attending cultural activities, such as museums, theater
programs, musical performances, or art exhibits 2.90
5N. Self-help/wellness 2.89
5L. Picnics 2.76
5M. Walking or exercising a dog at a dog park area 2.74
5E. Gardening 2.72
5G. Home projects/DIY 2.67
5C. Cooking/baking 2.63
5B. Attending community events 2.60
5O. Volunteering/community service 2.59
5A. Arts and crafts 2.45
5K. Playing an instrument/singing 2.13
5H. Games (in-person/social), such as cards or bingo 1.98
5I. Online gaming 1.18
Sample Segment
Adults 18+
Sample Segment
Adults 18+
5O. Volunteering/community service
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FFRREEQQUUEENNCCYY OOFF PPAARRTTIICCIIPPAATTIIOONN ---- SSPPOORRTTSS OORR AATTHHLLEETTIICC AACCTTIIVVIITTIIEESS
Column N %Count ∑ or Mean
Once a week or more 15.4%27 48.6%
Few times a month 33.2%58
Few times a year 29.2%51
Not at all 20.7%36
Not Sure 1.5%3
Once a week or more 31.4%71 58.8%
Few times a month 27.4%62
Few times a year 25.5%58
Not at all 15.5%35
Not Sure 0.3%1
Once a week or more 25.9%45 40.3%
Few times a month 14.4%25
Few times a year 22.4%39
Not at all 34.8%60
Not Sure 2.5%4
Once a week or more 34.3%84 43.6%
Few times a month 9.3%23
Few times a year 27.6%68
Not at all 28.7%70
Not Sure 0.1%0
Once a week or more 14.6%19 36.4%
Few times a month 21.8%28
Few times a year 21.8%28
Not at all 41.1%52
Not Sure 0.6%1
Once a week or more 31.0%79 53.1%
Few times a month 22.1%56
Few times a year 21.1%54
Not at all 25.0%63
Not Sure 0.8%2
Once a week or more 24.7%36 35.7%
Few times a month 11.0%16
Few times a year 25.1%36
Not at all 37.6%54
Not Sure 1.6%2
Once a week or more 17.9%27 36.2%
Few times a month 18.3%28
Few times a year 45.7%70
Not at all 17.1%26
Not Sure 1.0%2
Once a week or more 26.4%99 53.1%
Few times a month 26.7%100
Few times a year 35.4%132
Not at all 10.9%41
Not Sure 0.6%2
Sample Segment
Adults 18+
6B. Basketball
6C. Softball
6D. Baseball
6E. Volleyball
6F. Soccer
6A. Tennis
6G. Football/flag football
6H. Fishing
6I. Swimming
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Column N %Count ∑ or Mean
Once a week or more 77.0%405 95.5%
Few times a month 18.5%97
Few times a year 2.9%15
Not at all 1.7%9
Not Sure 0.0%0
Once a week or more 66.2%291 89.5%
Few times a month 23.3%103
Few times a year 7.0%31
Not at all 3.3%15
Not Sure 0.2%1
Once a week or more 11.1%12 36.0%
Few times a month 24.9%27
Few times a year 39.1%43
Not at all 24.5%27
Not Sure 0.5%1
Once a week or more 13.1%10 17.9%
Few times a month 4.8%4
Few times a year 18.4%14
Not at all 53.4%39
Not Sure 10.3%8
Once a week or more 31.5%43 53.5%
Few times a month 22.0%30
Few times a year 26.6%36
Not at all 18.9%26
Not Sure 1.1%1
Once a week or more 39.5%110 71.2%
Few times a month 31.7%88
Few times a year 18.5%52
Not at all 9.3%26
Not Sure 0.9%3
Once a week or more 18.9%23 45.5%
Few times a month 26.6%32
Few times a year 23.4%28
Not at all 28.6%34
Not Sure 2.5%3
Once a week or more 20.8%29 40.1%
Few times a month 19.3%27
Few times a year 25.5%36
Not at all 32.7%46
Not Sure 1.7%2
Once a week or more 18.0%7 38.6%
Few times a month 20.6%8
Few times a year 16.2%6
Not at all 38.0%14
Not Sure 7.1%3
Sample Segment
Adults 18+
6L. Roller hockey/roller skating
6M. Lacrosse
6N. Mountain or BMX biking
6O. Cycling
6P. Pickleball
6J. Walking, hiking, jogging
6K. Fitness (yoga, weightlifting, cardio, dance, etc.)
6Q. Skateboarding
6R. Futsal
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Column N %Count ∑ or Mean
Once a week or more 15.9%12 21.4%
Few times a month 5.4%4
Few times a year 32.3%25
Not at all 46.3%36
Not Sure 0.0%0
Once a week or more 32.2%53 43.8%
Few times a month 11.6%19
Few times a year 15.1%25
Not at all 37.3%61
Not Sure 3.9%6
Once a week or more 30.7%50 64.9%
Few times a month 34.2%56
Few times a year 24.1%39
Not at all 9.4%15
Not Sure 1.6%3
Once a week or more 32.6%52 44.7%
Few times a month 12.1%19
Few times a year 20.4%32
Not at all 26.9%43
Not Sure 8.0%13
Once a week or more 43.4%156 65.1%
Few times a month 21.7%78
Few times a year 15.9%57
Not at all 15.4%55
Not Sure 3.5%12
Sample Segment
Adults 18+
6V. Gymnastics
6W. Playing on a play structure
6S. Bocce
6T. Martial Arts
6U. Golf
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FFRREEQQUUEENNCCYY OOFF PPAARRTTIICCIIPPAATTIIOONN ---- LLEEIISSUURREE OORR CCUULLTTUURRAALL AACCTTIIVVIITTIIEESS
Column N %Count ∑ or Mean
Once a week or more 38.9%124 64.6%
Few times a month 25.7%82
Few times a year 29.5%94
Not at all 4.9%15
Not Sure 1.0%3
Once a week or more 10.5%35 43.3%
Few times a month 32.8%108
Few times a year 52.3%172
Not at all 4.4%14
Not Sure 0.0%0
Once a week or more 76.9%269 87.0%
Few times a month 10.1%35
Few times a year 8.6%30
Not at all 3.3%11
Not Sure 1.2%4
Once a week or more 10.8%45 42.5%
Few times a month 31.7%133
Few times a year 50.6%213
Not at all 5.9%25
Not Sure 1.1%5
Once a week or more 50.6%194 75.2%
Few times a month 24.6%94
Few times a year 20.7%79
Not at all 3.9%15
Not Sure 0.2%1
Once a week or more 65.0%359 89.4%
Few times a month 24.4%135
Few times a year 10.1%56
Not at all 0.1%0
Not Sure 0.4%2
Once a week or more 41.8%152 71.4%
Few times a month 29.6%108
Few times a year 25.4%92
Not at all 2.1%8
Not Sure 1.2%4
Once a week or more 23.7%48 55.5%
Few times a month 31.8%65
Few times a year 30.4%62
Not at all 10.3%21
Not Sure 3.8%8
Once a week or more 73.6%100 90.3%
Few times a month 16.7%23
Few times a year 5.0%7
Not at all 4.7%6
Not Sure 0.0%0
Sample Segment
Adults 18+
7A. Arts and Crafts
7B. Attending community events
7C. Cooking/baking
7I. Online gaming
7D. Attending cultural activities, such as museums, theater
programs, musical performances, or art exhibits
7E. Gardening
7F. Going to a local park/enjoying nature
7G. Home projects/DIY
7H. Games (in-person/social), such as cards or bingo
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Column N %Count ∑ or Mean
Once a week or more 72.4%327 85.9%
Few times a month 13.5%61
Few times a year 10.6%48
Not at all 2.8%13
Not Sure 0.7%3
Once a week or more 39.0%106 63.2%
Few times a month 24.3%66
Few times a year 19.2%52
Not at all 15.3%42
Not Sure 2.3%6
Once a week or more 18.6%68 55.5%
Few times a month 36.9%135
Few times a year 38.6%142
Not at all 5.0%18
Not Sure 0.9%3
Once a week or more 59.7%232 72.0%
Few times a month 12.3%48
Few times a year 10.2%40
Not at all 15.9%62
Not Sure 2.0%8
Once a week or more 43.3%177 65.5%
Few times a month 22.2%90
Few times a year 22.4%91
Not at all 7.5%31
Not Sure 4.6%19
Once a week or more 21.6%73 47.2%
Few times a month 25.6%86
Few times a year 40.9%137
Not at all 9.9%33
Not Sure 2.0%7
Sample Segment
Adults 18+
7J. Reading
7K. Playing an instrument/singing
7L. Picnics
7M. Walking or exercising a dog at a dog park area
7N. Self-help/wellness
7O. Volunteering/community service
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PPAARRKK OORR FFAACCIILLIITTYY PPRREEFFEERREENNCCEESS && UUSSAAGGEE
Column N %Count ∑ or Mean
Magnolia Park 7.7%48
Callinan Sports & Fitness Center 7.5%46
Twin Creeks Park 7.2%45
Sunrise Park 7.1%44
Golis Park 6.2%38
Alicia Park 5.7%35
Dorotea Park 5.2%32
Honeybee Park 4.6%28
Eagle Park 3.5%22
Spreckels Performing Arts Center 3.5%22
Maurice Fredericks Park 3.1%19
Benicia Park 3.0%19
Roberts Lake 2.7%16
Field of Friends Dog Park 2.5%15
Community Center 2.4%15
Ladybug Park 2.3%14
Caterpillar Park 2.2%13
Rainbow Park 1.8%11
Senior Center 1.8%11
Hinebaugh Creek Park 1.5%10
Carlita Circle Tot Lot 1.1%7
Civic Center Tot Lot 1.0%6
Burton Ave Recreation Center 1.0%6
Rohnert Bark Dog Park 0.4%3
Lydia Mini Park 0.1%1
Ladybug Park Recreation Center 0.1%1
Collegio Vista Park 0.1%1
Liliac Park 0.1%1
Meadow Pines Mini Park 0.1%1
Jasmine Tot Lot 0.1%1
Burton Avenue Tot Lot 0.0%0
Five Creek Park 0.0%0
Gold Ridge Recreation Building 0.0%0
LaCrosse Mini Park 0.0%0
Scout Hut 0.0%0
Other (please specify)6.8%42
Not sure 7.6%47
Sample Segment
Adults 18+
8 (first choice). Thinking about the different activities that
we have been discussing, which two Rohnert Park parks or
recreation facilities have you and the members of your
household used for these activities the most?
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Column N %Count ∑ or Mean
Sunrise Park 7.9%45
Honeybee Park 7.8%45
Callinan Sports & Fitness Center 6.7%38
Magnolia Park 5.9%34
Golis Park 5.4%31
Alicia Park 5.2%30
Spreckels Performing Arts Center 5.2%30
Community Center 4.9%28
Dorotea Park 4.8%28
Eagle Park 4.5%26
Benicia Park 4.2%24
Twin Creeks Park 3.6%21
Rohnert Bark Dog Park 2.8%16
Collegio Vista Park 2.7%15
Roberts Lake 2.5%14
Hinebaugh Creek Park 2.3%13
Burton Ave Recreation Center 2.0%11
Ladybug Park 1.9%11
Caterpillar Park 1.4%8
Ladybug Park Recreation Center 1.3%7
Senior Center 1.1%6
Field of Friends Dog Park 1.0%6
Rainbow Park 1.0%6
Maurice Fredericks Park 0.9%5
Lydia Mini Park 0.4%2
Civic Center Tot Lot 0.3%2
Scout Hut 0.3%2
Five Creek Park 0.3%2
Burton Avenue Tot Lot 0.2%1
Gold Ridge Recreation Building 0.1%1
Liliac Park 0.1%0
Meadow Pines Mini Park 0.1%0
Carlita Circle Tot Lot 0.0%0
Jasmine Tot Lot 0.0%0
LaCrosse Mini Park 0.0%0
Other (please specify)3.4%19
Not sure 7.9%45
Sample Segment
Adults 18+
8 (second choice). Thinking about the different activities that
we have been discussing, which two Rohnert Park parks or
recreation facilities have you and the members of your
household used for these activities the most?
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Column N %Count ∑ or Mean
Once a week or more 54.1%309
A few times a month 22.5%129
A few times a year 20.9%119
Not at all 1.9%11
Not sure 0.6%3
Once a week or more 35.7%188
A few times a month 34.4%181
A few times a year 28.0%147
Not at all 0.6%3
Not sure 1.3%7
Sample Segment
Adults 18+
10. Do you, or members of your household, use this local
park or recreational facility once a week or more, a few
times a month, a few times a year, or not at all?
9. Do you, or members of your household, use this local
park or recreational facility once a week or more, a few
times a month, a few times a year, or not at all?
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Column N %Count ∑ or Mean
Community rooms / Community
clubs 4.9%31
Swimming pool / Water park 2.5%16
Sports complex / Fitness complex 2.4%15
Dog park / Dog training 2.3%15
Wine / Eateries 2.1%13
Educational 2.0%13
Nature / Enviroment friendly
activities 2.0%12
Tennis / Bocce / Badminton 1.8%11
Swap meets / Farmer markets 1.8%11
Musical activities / Musical
instruction 1.8%11
Family friendly activities 1.7%11
Community garden 1.6%10
Skate park 1.5%9
Homeless 1.5%9
Library 1.5%9
Basketball 1.4%9
Elderly support 1.3%8
Dancing 1.2%8
Art / Painting 1.2%7
Running / Track and field 1.1%7
Earlier hours of operations 0.8%5
Board games 0.8%5
Hiking 0.8%5
Car show 0.7%4
Clean up 0.7%4
Golf / Disc golf 0.6%4
Theater 0.6%4
Walking events 0.5%3
Baseball / Softball 0.4%3
Outdoor events (Unspecified)0.4%3
More fields / More courts 0.4%3
Equine activites 0.4%2
Volleyball 0.3%2
Drone racing / Drones 0.3%2
Play structures 0.3%2
Archery 0.3%2
Yoga 0.2%1
Downtown support 0.2%1
Fireworks 0.2%1
Sewing 0.2%1
Drugs 0.1%1
Camping / RV 0.1%1
Biking 0.1%1
Soccer 0.1%0
11. Other than the sports, athletic, leisure or cultural
activities we have been considering, what other recreational
activity or program would you like to see offered in Rohnert
Park?
Sample Segment
Adults 18+
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Column N %Count ∑ or Mean
Football 0.0%0
Good (Not specified)0.5%3
None 2.0%12
Not sure 62.9%393
Adults 18+
Sample Segment
11 (CONTINUED). Other than the sports, athletic, leisure or
cultural activities we have been considering, what other
recreational activity or program would you like to see
offered in Rohnert Park?
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Column N %Count ∑ or Mean
Swimming pool / Water park 3.1%20
Tennis / Bocce / Badminton 3.1%19
Community rooms / Community
clubs 2.5%16
Sports complex / Fitness complex 2.3%15
Hiking 1.9%12
Skate park 1.8%11
Educational 1.5%9
Biking 1.4%9
Family friendly activities 1.3%8
Dog park / Dog training 1.2%8
Wine / Eateries 1.2%8
Basketball 1.2%7
Volleyball 1.2%7
Bathrooms 1.1%7
Soccer 1.0%6
Clean up 0.9%6
Play structures 0.9%6
Musical activities / Musical
instruction 0.9%6
Downtown support 0.8%5
Art / Painting 0.7%5
Homeless 0.7%4
Board games 0.6%4
More fields / More courts 0.6%4
Nature / Enviroment friendly
activities 0.5%3
Library 0.4%3
Swap meets / Farmer markets 0.4%2
Drugs 0.4%2
Community garden 0.4%2
Baseball / Softball 0.4%2
Security / Safety 0.3%2
Yoga 0.3%2
Elderly support 0.3%2
Remote control car racing 0.2%1
Theater 0.2%1
Golf / Disc golf 0.2%1
Running / Track and field 0.2%1
Drone racing / Drones 0.1%1
Fireworks 0.1%1
Archery 0.1%1
Dancing 0.1%1
Like another park 0.1%0
Open space 0.0%0
Equine activites 0.0%0
Fishing 0.0%0
Sample Segment
Adults 18+
12. Other than the park or recreation facilities we have been
considering, what otherpark or recreational facilities would
you like to see offered in Rohnert Park?
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Column N %Count ∑ or Mean
Night events 0.0%0
Outdoor events (Unspecified)0.0%0
Walking events 0.0%0
Camping / RV 0.0%0
Sewing 0.0%0
Football 0.0%0
Earlier hours of operations 0.0%0
Car show 0.0%0
Good (Not specified)1.0%6
None 2.0%13
Not sure 68.7%430
12 (CONTINUED). Other than the park or recreation facilities
we have been considering, what otherpark or recreational
facilities would you like to see offered in Rohnert Park?
Sample Segment
Adults 18+
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DDEEMMOOGGRRAAPPHHIICCSS ---- EENNTTIIRREE SSAAMMPPLLEE
Column N %Count ∑ or Mean
Male 46.8%293
Female 52.0%325
Non-binary 1.2%7
18 to 24 7.3%46
25 to 29 17.5%110
30 to 34 8.1%51
35 to 39 9.6%60
40 to 44 8.7%54
45 to 49 6.1%38
50 to 54 9.2%58
55 to 59 5.9%37
60 to 64 9.4%59
65 to 69 5.2%32
70 to 74 6.9%43
75 and over 4.8%30
Not sure 1.3%8
Own 50.8%318
Rent 47.7%299
Not sure 1.5%9
African-American or Black 2.3%15
American Indian or Alaska Native 0.3%2
Asian 6.0%38
Caucasian or White 55.0%344
Hispanic or Latino 27.5%172
Native Hawaiian or other Pacific
Islander 0.9%5
Two or more races 5.3%33
Some other race 0.4%2
Not sure 2.4%15
0 to 4 years 90
5 to 11 years 121
12 to 13 years 38
14 to 17 years 75
None 384
Not sure / DK/NA 12
Sample Segment
Adults 18+
D. What ethnic group do you consider yourself a part of or
feel closest to?
E. If you have children under the age of 18 living in your
household, what are the ages of those children?
A. What gender do you identify with:
B. What is your age?
C. Do you own or rent your home?
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DDEEMMOOGGRRAAPPHHIICCSS ---- VVOOTTEERR SSEEGGMMEENNTT
Column N %Count ∑ or Mean
Male 45.4%209
Female 54.6%251
Unknown 0.0%0
18-29 18.8%87
30-39 18.1%83
40-49 16.4%76
50-64 23.4%108
65+23.3%107
Not coded 0.0%0
East and South Asian 3.9%18
European 61.6%284
Hispanic and Portuguese 22.7%104
Likely African-American 0.5%2
Other 2.8%13
Unknown 8.5%39
Single or Unknown 57.2%263
Married 29.9%138
Non-Traditional 12.9%59
Owner 44.6%205
Renter 27.3%126
Unknown 28.1%129
$1,000-$14,999 1.7%8
$15,000-$24,999 1.2%6
$25,000-$34,999 2.6%12
$35,000-$49,999 6.9%32
$50,000-$74,999 17.3%79
$75,000-$99,999 23.7%109
$100,000-$124,999 15.2%70
$125,000-$149,999 14.3%66
$150,000-$174,999 6.2%29
$175,000-$199,999 4.8%22
$200,000-$249,999 2.5%11
$250,000 and up 2.8%13
Unknown 0.8%4
Sample Segment
Registered Voters
I. Marital Status
J. Homeownership Status
K. Estimated Income Range
F. Gender
G. Age
H. Broad Ethnic Groupings
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Column N %Count ∑ or Mean
$0K to $19K 0.0%0
$20K to $49K 0.0%0
$50K to $99K 3.7%17
$100K to $149K 0.1%0
$150K to $174K 1.6%7
$175K to $199K 2.2%10
$200K to $249K 1.7%8
$250K to $299K 4.5%21
$300K to $399K 9.6%44
$400K to $499K 15.7%72
$500K to $749K 38.8%179
$750K to $999K 19.2%88
$1000K to 1M and over 1.8%8
Unknown 0.0%0
Not coded 1.1%5
1 0.3%1
2 7.2%33
3 2.8%13
4 14.2% 65
5 12.9% 59
6 5.1%24
7 28.5% 131
8 17.3% 80
9 8.1%37
10 2.2%10
Unknown 0.0%0
Not coded 1.5%7
American Independent 4.4%20
Democratic 54.9%253
Green 0.9%4
Libertarian 0.5%2
Natural Law 0.0%0
Non-Partisan 19.0%87
Other 1.2%5
Peace and Freedom 0.3%1
Reform 0.1%1
Republican 18.6%86
Unknown 0.0%0
No data 0.0%0
Sample Segment
Registered Voters
N. Individual Party
L. Estimated Home Value Range
M. Social Economic Ladder
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Column N %Count ∑ or Mean
Dem 41.7%192
Dem&Ind 16.8%77
Dem&Rep 6.2%29
Dem&Rep&Ind 2.3%10
Ind 14.9%68
Rep 11.6%54
Rep&Ind 6.6%30
No data 0.0%0
Mixed Gender Household 52.5%242
Female Only Household 29.3%135
Male Only Household 16.2%74
Cannot Determine 2.0%9
No data 0.0%0
2021-2023 38.6%178
2017-2020 44.5%205
2013-2016 6.7%31
2009-2012 1.9%9
2005-2008 2.3%10
2001-2004 2.8%13
1997-2000 1.0%5
1993-1996 0.2%1
1981-1992 1.4%7
1980 or before 0.4%2
Not coded 0.0%0
Sample Segment
Registered Voters
O. Household Party Type
P. Household Gender Composition
Q. Registration Date
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0.57%4
1.00%7
10.83%76
51.85%364
18.09%127
17.66%124
Q1 What is your age?
Answered: 702 Skipped: 0
TOTAL 702
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
17 or younger
18 to 24
25 to 34
35 to 54
55 to 64
65 and older
ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
17 or younger
18 to 24
25 to 34
35 to 54
55 to 64
65 and older
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76.21%535
22.36%157
1.42%10
Q2 What is your gender?
Answered: 702 Skipped: 0
TOTAL 702
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Female
Male
Non-Binary
ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Female
Male
Non-Binary
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Q3 In which neighborhood (section) do you live?
Answered: 702 Skipped: 0
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Section A
Section B
Section C
Section D
Section E
Section F
Section G
Section H
Section J
Section K
Section L
Section M
Section O
Section R
Section S
Section W
I am not a
resident
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6.13%43
6.98%49
8.69%61
6.84%48
5.98%42
4.27%30
7.83%55
6.84%48
1.85%13
6.84%48
5.98%42
10.40%73
1.14%8
1.57%11
4.42%31
3.99%28
10.26%72
Total Respondents: 702
ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Section A
Section B
Section C
Section D
Section E
Section F
Section G
Section H
Section J
Section K
Section L
Section M
Section O
Section R
Section S
Section W
I am not a resident
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10.40%73
66.52%467
16.95%119
2.71%19
3.42%24
Q4 In general, how satisfied are you with the City of Rohnert Park’s parks
and recreation facilities?
Answered: 702 Skipped: 0
TOTAL 702
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Very satisfied
Satisfied
Dissatisfied
Very
dissatisfied
I'm unfamiliar
ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Very satisfied
Satisfied
Dissatisfied
Very dissatisfied
I'm unfamiliar
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10.97%77
59.26%416
18.66%131
2.28%16
8.83%62
Q5 In general, how satisfied are you with the City of Rohnert Park’s
recreation program offerings?
Answered: 702 Skipped: 0
TOTAL 702
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Very satisfied
Satisfied
Dissatisfied
Very
dissatisfied
I'm unfamiliar
ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Very satisfied
Satisfied
Dissatisfied
Very dissatisfied
I'm unfamiliar
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10.26%72
72.51%509
15.95%112
1.28%9
Q6 Would you say that Rohnert Park’s parks and recreation facilities are
excellent, good, poor, or very poor?
Answered: 702 Skipped: 0
TOTAL 702
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Excellent
Good
Poor
Very Poor
ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Excellent
Good
Poor
Very Poor
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Q7 Since 2022, which of the following City parks have you, or those in
your household, visited? Select all that apply.
Answered: 702 Skipped: 0
None
Alicia Park
Benicia Park
Burton Ave Tot
Lot
Carlita Circle
Tot Lot
Caterpillar
Park
Civic Center
Tot Lot
Collegio Vista
Park
Dorotea Park
Eagle Park
Field of
Friends Dog...
Five Creek Park
Golis Park
Hinebaugh
Creek Park
Honeybee Park
Jasmine Tot Lot
LaCrosse Mini
Park
Ladybug Park
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0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Lilac Park
Lydia Mini Park
Magnolia Park
Maurice
Fredericks Park
Meadow Pines
Mini Park
Rainbow Park
Roberts Lake
Rohnert Bark
Dog Park
Sunrise Park
Twin Creeks
Park
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4.42%31
30.34%213
36.32%255
6.98%49
3.42%24
13.96%98
3.28%23
11.68%82
34.76%244
36.47%256
6.98%49
5.84%41
39.32%276
11.82%83
44.30%311
2.28%16
1.42%10
27.92%196
2.42%17
4.70%33
52.14%366
14.10%99
2.56%18
16.38%115
20.66%145
9.83%69
51.57%362
24.64%173
Total Respondents: 702
ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
None
Alicia Park
Benicia Park
Burton Ave Tot Lot
Carlita Circle Tot Lot
Caterpillar Park
Civic Center Tot Lot
Collegio Vista Park
Dorotea Park
Eagle Park
Field of Friends Dog Park
Five Creek Park
Golis Park
Hinebaugh Creek Park
Honeybee Park
Jasmine Tot Lot
LaCrosse Mini Park
Ladybug Park
Lilac Park
Lydia Mini Park
Magnolia Park
Maurice Fredericks Park
Meadow Pines Mini Park
Rainbow Park
Roberts Lake
Rohnert Bark Dog Park
Sunrise Park
Twin Creeks Park
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Q8 Since 2022, which of the following City parks have you, or those in
your household, visited most frequently? Select up to 3.
Answered: 695 Skipped: 7
None
Alicia Park
Benicia Park
Burton Ave Tot
Lot
Carlita Circle
Tot Lot
Caterpillar
Park
Civic Center
Tot Lot
Collegio Vista
Park
Dorotea Park
Eagle Park
Field of
Friends Dog...
Five Creek Park
Golis Park
Hinebaugh
Creek Park
Honeybee Park
Jasmine Tot Lot
LaCrosse Mini
Park
Ladybug Park
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0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Lilac Park
Lydia Mini Park
Magnolia Park
Maurice
Fredericks Park
Meadow Pines
Mini Park
Rainbow Park
Roberts Lake
Rohnert Bark
Dog Park
Sunrise Park
Twin Creeks
Park
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5.90%41
10.07%70
11.08%77
1.15%8
1.01%7
3.17%22
0.29%2
3.17%22
12.09%84
16.40%114
1.73%12
0.58%4
19.86%138
3.31%23
16.55%115
0.72%5
0.14%1
10.36%72
0.14%1
2.01%14
26.76%186
9.21%64
0.58%4
4.75%33
4.03%28
3.31%23
27.48%191
14.24%99
Total Respondents: 695
ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
None
Alicia Park
Benicia Park
Burton Ave Tot Lot
Carlita Circle Tot Lot
Caterpillar Park
Civic Center Tot Lot
Collegio Vista Park
Dorotea Park
Eagle Park
Field of Friends Dog Park
Five Creek Park
Golis Park
Hinebaugh Creek Park
Honeybee Park
Jasmine Tot Lot
LaCrosse Mini Park
Ladybug Park
Lilac Park
Lydia Mini Park
Magnolia Park
Maurice Fredericks Park
Meadow Pines Mini Park
Rainbow Park
Roberts Lake
Rohnert Bark Dog Park
Sunrise Park
Twin Creeks Park
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Q9 Since 2022, which of the following City recreation facilities have you, or
those in your household, visited most frequently. Select up to 2.
Answered: 702 Skipped: 0
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
None of the
above
Benicia Pool
Burton Ave
Recreation...
Callinan
Sports &...
Community
Center
Gold Ridge
Recreation...
Honeybee Pool
Ladybug Park
Recreation...
Magnolia Pool
Senior Center
Spreckels
Performing A...
Other (please
specify)
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16.81%118
19.80%139
5.27%37
24.64%173
35.19%247
2.99%21
14.10%99
3.13%22
7.83%55
7.55%53
14.67%103
3.42%24
Total Respondents: 702
ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
None of the above
Benicia Pool
Burton Ave Recreation Center
Callinan Sports & Fitness Center
Community Center
Gold Ridge Recreation Building
Honeybee Pool
Ladybug Park Recreation Center
Magnolia Pool
Senior Center
Spreckels Performing Arts Center
Other (please specify)
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62.82%441
87.75%616
20.51%144
0.85%6
Q10 How are you traveling to the City’s parks and/or recreation facilities?
Select all that apply.
Answered: 702 Skipped: 0
Total Respondents: 702
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Walking
Driving
Cycling
Public
Transportation
ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Walking
Driving
Cycling
Public Transportation
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Q11 How important are the following park improvements in the City?
Answered: 702 Skipped: 0
Improved
entryways an...
More park
amenities su...
Improved
lighting for...
More restrooms
in City parks
Accessibility
improvements...
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Improved
cleanliness...
Upgraded
technology i...
Improved
landscape...
Enhanced
sports field...
Additional
group picnic...
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0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Very Import…Fairly Impo…Slightly Imp…Not at all I…
Address
infrastructu...
Address and/or
replace...
Updated
irrigation...
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19.52%
137
27.78%
195
37.46%
263
15.24%
107
702
2.48
61.97%
435
25.36%
178
10.97%
77
1.71%
12
702
1.52
57.83%
406
28.63%
201
10.68%
75
2.85%
20
702
1.59
49.15%
345
30.77%
216
15.38%
108
4.70%
33
702
1.76
37.89%
266
29.63%
208
24.36%
171
8.12%
57
702
2.03
71.65%
503
20.66%
145
6.70%
47
1.00%
7
702
1.37
14.53%
102
19.37%
136
28.63%
201
37.46%
263
702
2.89
38.18%
268
36.89%
259
21.94%
154
2.99%
21
702
1.90
40.17%
282
28.77%
202
21.65%
152
9.40%
66
702
2.00
23.36%
164
31.91 %
224
32.76%
230
11.97%
84
702
2.33
55.84%
392
30.77%
216
11.54%
81
1.85%
13
702
1.59
58.40%
410
26.78%
188
13.39%
94
1.42%
10
702
1.58
37.61%
264
34.05%
239
23.65%
166
4.70%
33
702
1.95
VERY
IMPORTANT
FAIRLY
IMPORTANT
SLIGHTLY
IMPORTANT
NOT AT ALL
IMPORTANT
TOTAL WEIGHTED
AVERAGE
Improved entryways and signage to parks
More park amenities such as drinking
fountains, playground features, shade
structures, bike racks, benches, and
trash/recy cling/compost bins
Improved lighting for safety and pathways
More restrooms in City parks
Accessibility improvements (ADA)
Improved cleanliness including litter
maintenance, restroom maintenance,
refuse pick-up, playground maintenance,
etc.
Upgraded technology in parks i.e. WiFi,
digital media updates/alerts, electronic
bulletin boards
Improved landscape maintenance including
trees, turf, and planting
Enhance d sports fields to meet demand i.e.
lighting, artificial turf, improved
maintenance
Additional group picnic areas
Address infrastructure maintenance i.e.
surface improvements (sport courts, picnic
areas, pathways, and parking lots, etc.)
Address and/or replace outdated equipment
such as benches, playgrounds, barbecues,
picnic tables, etc.
Updated irrigation system(s) for efficient
water use
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Q12 How important are the following recreation amenities to you, or your
household?
Answered: 702 Skipped: 0
Indoor Fitness
Center (ball...
Sport and
multi-use...
Youth
baseball/sof...
Youth
multi-purpos...
Adult
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Adult
multi-purpos...
Adult
baseball/sof...
Synthetic
surface spor...
Golf course
Skate park
Pump track
(BMX or...
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Lighted sport
and multi-us...
Lighted sport
fields (socc...
Playgrounds
Picnic areas
Restrooms
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0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Trails and
pathways...
Off-leash dog
park/areas
Community
gardens
Fishing spots
Swimming pools
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0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Very Import…Fairly Impo…Slightly Imp…Not at all I…
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33.00%
230
28.26%
197
25.39%
177
13.34%
93
697
2.19
37.79%
263
29.89%
208
20.40%
142
11.93%
83
696
2.06
29.19%
202
27.75%
192
22.54%
156
20.52%
142
692
2.34
33.91%
235
28.28%
196
21.36%
148
16.45%
114
693
2.20
20.66%
143
24.42%
169
29.77%
206
25.14%
174
692
2.59
16.64%
116
21.66%
151
31.99%
223
29.70%
207
697
2.75
15.34%
106
19.10%
132
25.04%
173
40.52%
280
691
2.91
16.45%
114
14.14%
98
19.77%
137
49.64%
344
693
3.03
19.16%
133
19.74%
137
24.50%
170
36.60%
254
694
2.79
12.45%
86
16.50%
114
26.05%
180
45.01%
311
691
3.04
35.35%
245
28.86%
200
20.20%
140
15.58%
108
693
2.16
31.17%
216
25.25%
175
22.51%
156
21.07%
146
693
2.33
55.48%
385
21.90%
152
13.98%
97
8.65%
60
694
1.76
33.57%
232
36.76%
254
24.89%
172
4.78%
33
691
2.01
61.94%
428
25.47%
176
8.54%
59
4.05%
28
691
1.55
69.21%
481
21.29%
148
7.34%
51
2.16%
15
695
1.42
23.44%
162
24.31%
168
23.01%
159
29.23%
202
691
2.58
29.54%
205
30.12%
209
26.37%
183
13.98%
97
694
2.25
10.81%
75
16.43%
114
25.79%
179
46.97%
326
694
3.09
52.59%
366
25.86%
180
14.08%
98
7.47%
52
696
1.76
VERY
IMPORTANT
FAIRLY
IMPORTANT
SLIGHTLY
IMPORTANT
NOT AT ALL
IMPORTANT
TOTAL WEIGHTED
AVERAGE
Indoor Fitness Center (ball court, multi-use
rooms, group fitness rooms, weight and
exercise room, gymnastics facilities, locker
rooms, saunas)
Sport and multi-use courts (tennis,
basketball, futsal, pickleball, volleyball,
outdoor sand volley ball, bocce ball, roller
hockey, etc.)
Youth baseball/softball fields
Youth multi-purpose fields
(soccer/football/rugby/lacrosse)
Adult multi-purpose fields
(soccer/football/rugby/lacrosse)
Adult baseball/softball fields
Synthetic surface sport fields
Golf course
Skate park
Pump track (BMX or mountain biking)
Lighted sport and multi-use courts (tennis,
basketball, pickleball,
futsal/volleyball/outdoor sand
volleyball/bocce ball, roller hockey etc.)
Lighted sport fields (soccer, football,
baseball, rugby, lacrosse etc.)
Playgrounds
Picnic areas
Restrooms
Trails and pathways (walking, biking,
hiking)
Off-leash dog park/areas
Community gardens
Fishing spots
Swimming pools
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Q13 How important are the following sports or athletic activities to you, or
your household?
Answered: 702 Skipped: 0
Tennis
Basketball
Softball
Rugby
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Baseball
Volleyball
(indoor/outd...
Soccer
Football/flag
football
Fishing
Swimming
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Walking,
hiking, jogging
Fitness (yoga,
weightliftin...
Roller
hockey/rolle...
Lacrosse
Mountain or
BMX biking
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Cycling
Pickleball
Skateboarding
Futsal
Bocce
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0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Very Import…Fairly Impo…Slightly Imp…Not at all I…
Martial arts
Golf
Gymnastics
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11.08%
76
19.39%
133
29.30%
201
40.23%
276
686
2.99
21.19%
146
24.09%
166
21.48%
148
33.24%
229
689
2.67
17.47%
120
17.61%
121
20.09%
138
44.83%
308
687
2.92
3.38%
23
5.59%
38
17.50%
119
73.53%
500
680
3.61
19.48%
134
20.64%
142
21.95%
151
37.94%
261
688
2.78
11.61%
80
15.24%
105
28.45%
196
44.70%
308
689
3.06
23.84%
164
17.44%
120
19.77%
136
38.95%
268
688
2.74
12.54%
86
14.43%
99
22.89%
157
50.15%
344
686
3.11
11.71%
80
13.62%
93
22.40%
153
52.27%
357
683
3.15
51.16 %
354
23.55%
163
13.15%
91
12.14%
84
692
1.86
73.38%
510
18.42%
128
5.18%
36
3.02%
21
695
1.38
42.55%
294
26.92%
186
19.25%
133
11.29%
78
691
1.99
10.63%
73
13.25%
91
24.60%
169
51.53%
354
687
3.17
8.03%
55
8.76%
60
17.96%
123
65.26%
447
685
3.40
10.09%
69
16.52%
113
21.20%
145
52.19%
357
684
3.15
27.18%
187
26.02%
179
18.60%
128
28.20%
194
688
2.48
15.46%
107
14.45%
100
23.27%
161
46.82%
324
692
3.01
11.81%
81
14.72%
101
19.97%
137
53.50%
367
686
3.15
3.37%
23
6.45%
44
1 2.61%
86
77.57%
529
682
3.64
10.58%
73
16.52%
114
22.32%
154
50.58%
349
690
3.13
10.33%
71
15.87%
109
23.58%
162
50.22%
345
687
3.14
17.54%
121
11.16%
77
18.99%
131
52.32%
361
690
3.06
14.18%
97
16.96%
116
22.81%
156
46.05%
315
684
3.01
VERY
IMPORTANT
FAIRLY
IMPORTANT
SLIGHTLY
IMPORTANT
NOT AT ALL
IMPORTANT
TOTAL WEIGHTED
AVERAGE
Tennis
Basketball
Softball
Rugby
Baseball
Volleyball (indoor/outdoor sand)
Soccer
Football/flag football
Fishing
Swimming
Wa lking, hiking, jogging
Fitness (yoga, weightlifting,
cardio, dance, etc.)
Roller hockey/roller skating
Lacrosse
Mountain or BMX biking
Cycling
Pickleball
Skateboarding
Futsal
Bocce
Martial arts
Golf
Gymnastics
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Q14 How important are the following leisure or cultural activities to you, or
your household?
Answered: 702 Skipped: 0
Arts and crafts
Attending live
performances...
Attending
community...
Cooking/baking
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Gardening
Going to a
local...
Playing on a
play structure
Home
projects/DIY
Games (in
person/socia...
Online gaming
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Reading
Playing an
instrument/s...
Picnics
Walking or
exercising a...
Self-help/welln
ess
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0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Very Import…Fairly Impo…Slightly Imp…Not at all I…
Volunteering/co
mmunity service
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37.46%
260
29.97%
208
20.46%
142
12.10%
84
694
2.07
52.36%
366
27.18%
190
15.88%
111
4.58%
32
699
1.73
38.90%
270
41.21%
286
15.42%
107
4.47%
31
694
1.85
41.13%
285
29.00%
201
18.18%
126
11.69%
81
693
2.00
41.29%
287
25.32%
176
22.16%
154
11.22%
78
695
2.03
74.36%
519
19.34%
135
4.87%
34
1.43%
10
698
1.33
44.30%
307
16.88%
117
14.72%
102
24.10%
167
693
2.19
38.10%
264
30.16%
209
22.66%
157
9.09%
63
693
2.03
19.74%
137
25.50%
177
28.39%
197
26.37%
183
694
2.61
8.68%
60
1 1.87%
82
16.50%
114
62.95%
435
691
3.34
54.18%
376
24.21%
168
12.68%
88
8.93%
62
694
1.76
22.94%
159
20.06%
139
25.97%
180
31.02%
215
693
2.65
36.40%
253
33.24%
231
22.59%
157
7.77%
54
695
2.02
37.50%
261
18.39%
128
14.80%
103
29.31%
204
696
2.36
40.64%
280
28.74%
198
20.75%
143
9.87%
68
689
2.00
30.01%
208
35.64%
247
25.69%
178
8.66%
60
693
2.13
VERY
IMPORTANT
FAIRLY
IMPORTANT
SLIGHTLY
IMPORTANT
NOT AT ALL
IMPORTANT
TOTAL WEIGHTED
AVERAGE
Arts and crafts
Atten ding live performances such as
theater, concerts, speakers, talent show,
etc.
Attending community events
Cooking/baking
Gardening
Going to a local park/enjoying nature
Playing on a play structure
Home projects/DIY
Games (in person/social) such as cards or
bingo
Online gaming
Reading
Playing an instrument/singing
Picnics
Walking or exercising a dog at a dog park
area
Self-help/wellness
Volunteering/community service
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to participate in the following recreation programs or services?
Answered: 702 Skipped: 0
Community
events i.e....
Self-directed
activities i...
Classes for
lifelong...
Cultural
activities i...
Childcare
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Childcare
services...
Nature and
environmenta...
Programming
for active,...
Adult sports
Youth sports
Aquatic
programming
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Games
(in-person/s...
Youth camps
(age 5-10)
Middle School
camps (age...
Teen programs
(age 15-17)
Group fitness
and exercise...
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Very Import…Fairly Impo…Slightly Imp…Not at all I…
Community
service/volu...
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58.08%
406
23.75%
166
12.02%
84
6.15%
43
699
1.66
59.03%
412
26.50%
185
9.03%
63
5.44%
38
698
1.61
43.72%
303
27.56%
191
20.49%
142
8.23%
57
693
1.93
43.29%
300
29.73%
206
19.05%
132
7.94%
55
693
1.92
38.87%
269
14.88%
103
9.97%
69
36.27%
251
692
2.44
50.57%
352
24.43%
170
15.80%
110
9.20%
64
696
1.84
33.43%
233
26.40%
184
18.08%
126
22.09%
154
697
2.29
25.29%
175
22.98%
159
28.47%
197
23.27%
161
692
2.50
46.00%
316
16.74%
115
11.64%
80
25.62%
176
687
2.17
47.05%
327
22 .01%
153
14.82%
103
16.12%
112
695
2.00
16.04%
111
26.01%
180
28.03%
194
29.91%
207
692
2.72
32.56%
225
16.79%
116
13.89%
96
36.76%
254
691
2.55
26.22%
182
19.74%
137
14.84%
103
39.19%
272
694
2.67
30.49%
211
20.81%
144
14.60%
101
34.10%
236
692
2.52
37.79%
263
26.29%
183
21.55%
150
14.37%
100
696
2.13
28.49%
198
32.23%
224
28.92%
201
10.36%
72
695
2.21
VERY
IMPORTANT
FAIRLY
IMPORTANT
SLIGHTLY
IMPORTANT
NOT AT ALL
IMPORTANT
TOTAL WEIGHTED
AVERAGE
Community eve nts i.e. Halloween Carnival
and el Dia de los Muertos, Holiday Arts and
Crafts Fair, Movies in the Park, RP Jubilee,
Party on the Plaza, Summer Kick-off
Brunch and Barbeque, I <3 Rohnert Park,
food trucks, etc.
Self-directed activities i.e. outdoor fitness
courses, active play areas, pathways and
creek trails
Classes for lifelong learning and enrichment
i.e. gardening, languages, cooking/baking,
music
Cultural activities i.e. museums, theater
programs, art exhibits
Childcare services including before and
after schools programming, preschool, and
youth camps
Nature and environmental programming i.e.
camping, hiking
Programming for active, older adults
Adult sports
Youth sports
Aquatic programming
Games (in-person/social) i.e. cards, bingo
Youth camps (age 5-10)
Middle School camps (age 11-14)
Teen programs (age 15-1 7)
Group fitness and exercise classes i.e.
aerobics, yoga, karate, and tai chi
Community service/volunteering
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44.02%309
43.45%305
12.54%88
Q16 Are you using Rohnert Park parks, recreation programs, and
recreation facilities more frequently, about the same, or less frequently
than before the COVID crisis?
Answered: 702 Skipped: 0
TOTAL 702
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
More frequently
About the same
Less frequently
ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
More frequently
About the same
Less frequently
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76.07%534
23.93%168
Q17 Is it more important to renovate existing parks to keep current (such
as replacing degraded playgrounds, sport courts, fields, etc.) or add new
parks and amenities (such as dog parks, an all-inclusive playground,
pickleball courts, or a skate park)?
Answered: 702 Skipped: 0
TOTAL 702
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Renovate
existing par...
Add new parks
and amenities
ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Renovate existing parks to keep current
Add new parks and amenities
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Q18 What other recreational activity or program would you like to see
offered in Rohnert Park?
Answered: 702 Skipped: 0
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Q19 What type of amenity or recreational service would you add to
Rohnert Park?
Answered: 702 Skipped: 0
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7.5 neeDs assessMent anD
gaP analysis suMMary
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1
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
PARKS MASTER PLAN UPDATE
GAP ANALYSIS
May 28, 2024
The Gap Analysis for the City of Rohnert Park Parks Master Plan Update identifies unmet
community needs in the City’s parks and recreation services network. The needs expressed
below are based on multiple responses from the community outreach process. This includes
any need mentioned in two or more of the community outreach options (Community Survey,
Statistically Valid Survey, Community Survey Open Response, Stakeholder Interviews,
Community Workshop) or mentioned more than three times in the Community Survey open
responses.
The outreach results show overall satisfaction with Rohnert Park’s parks and recreation system.
Residents expressed a preference for walking/hiking/jogging opportunities, fitness, and
swimming. Going to a park to enjoy nature, attending cultural activities, and wellness ranked
high in importance of leisure and cultural activities. The community also expressed strong
desires for updated restroom maintenance and additional restrooms, as well as lighting for
safety and usability.
IDENTIFIED NEEDS
WALKING, BIKING, AND HIKING TRAILS
Maintenance o Repairs to pathways, amenities along trails including wayfinding and
signage.
Improvement o Improvements to lighting (see “Safety and Lighting”). Consider the
implications of lighting in creeks and its effects on habitat.
o Addition of bike trails for accessibility to parks and other
neighborhoods.
PARKS
Maintenance o Improved landscape, athletic field, and infrastructure maintenance.
o The community workshop highlighted a need for fire-resistant
landscapes (plant selection and maintenance) to improve
safety.
o Improved maintenance of dog parks as well as new dog parks
and dog-friendly open spaces.
o A preference for renovating existing parks, facilities, and amenities
over adding new parks and amenities.
Improvement o Fitness opportunities such as par course and outdoor fitness parks.
o Easier access and transparency in reserving group picnic
areas/reservable areas.
o Renovated and new group picnic areas.
o Improved/updated amenities including shade, lighting (see “Safety and
Lighting”), benches, trash receptacles, drinking fountains, and storage.
o Updates to play structures for accessibility, inclusion, and safety.
o A splash pad or water park.
o Bocce ball and fishing opportunities.
2
TEAM AND ORGANIZED SPORTS
Maintenance o Repairs and maintenance to sport courts and athletic fields to manage
unsafe conditions.
o Soundproofing existing pickleball courts.
Improvement o A new skate park facility, sand volleyball courts, and pickleball courts.
o Soundproofing new pickleball courts.
o More opportunities to play soccer, tennis/badminton courts, and
basketball.
COMMUNICATION/BOOKING RELATED TO ATHLETIC FACILITIES, SPORTS COURTS
AND FIELDS
Maintenance o Improve relationship between the city staff and sports organizations to
help maintain and improve parks and facilities.
Improvement o Easier access and transparency in reserving athletic facilities, athletic
fields and courts/spaces.
o Equitable distribution of playing space between sports using athletic
facilities, fields, and courts. Balance facility use between in-season
and year-round sports.
SAFETY AND LIGHTING
Maintenance o Repaired lighting at sports fields for usability
Improvement o Additional lighting to improve safety and security.
o Increased lighting at sports fields for usability.
o Supplemental and/or repaired trail and pathway lighting.
o Focus lighting recommendations on essential pathways where safety
is a concern. Consider the environmental impact on habitat and creeks
when making recommendations in these areas.
FACILITIES
Maintenance o Restrooms
o Improved maintenance of existing restrooms.
o Aquatics
o Pool maintenance and renovation.
Improvement o Restrooms
o New additional restroom facilities.
o Aquatics
o New facilities and updated hours for increased access.
ACCESSIBILITY & ADA REQUIREMENTS
Improvement o ADA-compliant updates to parking lots, playgrounds, ball fields,
bleachers, tables, and paths in the parks.
o ADA-compliant improvements to restrooms, park buildings, and
facilities.
3
EXPANDED PROGRAMMING
Improvement o Fitness classes that offer a variety of scheduled class times, low-
impact, and low-mobility friendly options.
o Opportunities for all age ranges: toddler, youth, teen, adult, and senior.
o Arts-based programming: both visual and performing arts, as well as
music.
o Cultural classes including food, language, etc.
o Additional events programming.
o Social engagement/community volunteering opportunities.
Additional expressed needs mentioned in the community survey open response are below.
These expressed needs are from the Open Response category of the Community Survey, and
account for less than 1% of the given responses.
Additional needs identified by individuals included:
- Shooting range
- Camping opportunities
- Age signage for play structures
- Parking
- Motor racing
- Roads/Infrastructure
- Snack Bars
COMMUNITY SURVEY RESULTS
For questions that dealt with the importance of various Parks and Recreation amenities to the
public, we ranked resident responses in four Tiers based on the value of importance.
Tier 1: “Very Important”, over 50% of respondents indicated that the activity or amenity was very
important to them.
- For Sports and Athletic Activities, Walking, Hiking, and Jogging and Swimming ranked in
this tier.
- For Leisure and Cultural Activities, respondents indicated that Going to a local
park/enjoying nature, reading, and attending live performances were the most important.
- Recreation Amenities: Trails and Pathways, Restrooms, Playgrounds, and Swimming
Pools.
- Recreation Programs and Services: Self directed activities (including outdoor fitness
courses, active play areas, pathways, and creek trails), Community Events (i.e. the
Halloween Carnival), and Nature and Environmental Programming ranked in the highest
tier.
Tier 2: Responses of “Very Important” and “Fairly Important” added together to equal to or
greater than 50%.
- Sports and Athletic Activities: Fitness (yoga, weightlifting, cardio, dance, etc.), and
cycling.
- Leisure and Cultural Activities: Playing on a play structure, Gardening, Cooking/baking,
self-help/wellness, attending community events, home projects/DIY, walking or
exercising a dog at a dog park area, arts and crafts, picnics, volunteering/community
service.
- Recreation Amenities: Sport and multi-use courts, lighted sport and multi-use courts,
youth multi-purpose fields, Picnic areas, indoor fitness center, lighted sport fields,
community gardens, youth baseball/softball fields.
4
- Recreation Programs and Services: Aquatic programming, youth sports, classes for
lifelong learning and enrichment, cultural activities including museums, theater, and art
exhibits, childcare services, and group fitness/exercise classes.
Tier 3: Responses of “Very Important”, “Fairly Important”, and “Slightly Important” added
together to equal or greater than 50%.
- Sports and Athletic Activities: Soccer, Basketball, Baseball, Softball, Pickleball,
Gymnastics, Volleyball, and Tennis.
- Leisure and Cultural Activities: Playing an instrument/singing, Games (in person/social)
such as cards and bingo.
- Recreation Amenities: Off-leash dog park/areas, Adult multi-purpose fields, skate park,
adult baseball/softball fields, Golf Course, Synthetic surface sport fields, Pump Track,
and Fishing Spots.
- Recreation Programs and Services: Youth camps, Teen Programs, Community
Service/Volunteering, Middle School Camps, Adult Sports, Games (in person/social)
Tier 4: “Not at all important” accounted for 50% or greater of responses.
- Sports and Athletic Activities: Football/Flag Football, Skateboarding, Fishing, Roller
Hockey/Roller Skating, Bocce, Martial Arts, Mountain or BMX Biking, Lacrosse, Rugby,
and Futsal.
- Leisure and Cultural Activities: Online Gaming
Understanding the demographics of respondents is a key component in evaluating the identified
needs. For example, there may be strong vocal support within the community for a Skate Park,
which is an amenity most used by younger populations. But the number of respondents from
that sector of the population was low: less than 2% of respondents identified themselves as
younger than 24. As a result, the survey may not reflect a need from this younger population.
It is important to note that most responses for the Community Survey (51.85%) fell within the
age range of 35-54 years, with 76.21% of respondents identifying as female. This is a specific
demographic that has different priorities from other demographic groups and should be factored
into the consideration when evaluating the low-ranking activities, amenities, programs, and
services which may be important to other demographic groups.
Additionally, the Community Survey asked respondents to rank the importance of park
improvements in the city. Using a similar tier system, the results are as follows:
Tier 1: “Very Important”, over 50% of respondents indicated that the improvement was very
important to them.
- More park amenities such as drinking fountains, playground features, shade structures,
bike racks, benches, and trash/recycling/compost bins.
- Improved lighting for safety and pathways
- Improved cleanliness including litter maintenance, restroom maintenance, refuse pick-
up, playground maintenance, etc.
- Address infrastructure maintenance i.e. surface improvements (sport courts, picnic
areas, pathways, and parking lots, etc.)
- Address and/or replace outdated equipment such as benches, playgrounds, barbecues,
picnic tables, etc.
5
Tier 2: Responses of “Very Important” and “Fairly Important” added together to equal to or
greater than 50%.
- More restrooms in city parks
- Accessibility improvements (ADA)
- Improved landscape maintenance including trees, turf, and planting
- Enhanced sports fields to meet demand i.e. lighting, artificial turf, improved maintenance
- Additional group picnic areas
- Updated irrigation system(s) for efficient water use
Tier 3: Responses of “Very Important”, “Fairly Important”, and “Slightly Important” added
together to equal or greater than 50%.
- Improved entryways and signage to parks
- Upgraded technology in parks i.e. WIFI, digital media updates/alerts, electronic bulletin
boards.
None of the responses indicated that the presented improvements were “Not at All Important”.
COMMUNITY SURVEY OPEN RESPONSE DATA
The Community Survey received open responses from 551 (78.5%) of participants. RHAA
compiled the comments and organized them by category to note the percentage of importance
for survey respondents.
The top two categories mentioned in the open response included Sports and Gymnastics (26%)
and Swimming (21%).
Other categories of responses are as follows:
13-10% of Responses - Walking, Biking, Hiking Trails (13%)
- Fitness/Wellness (12%)
- Skateboarding/Skate Park (12%)
- New Facilities (12%)
- Maintenance of Existing Parks and Facilities (12%)
- Special Events/Entertainment (11%)
9%-5% - Arts (Including craft/DIY) (9%)
- Dog Parks & Dog related (9%)
- Park Amenities (7%)
- Youth Needs including classes and programs (7%)
- Playgrounds/Play (7%)
- Restrooms (7%)
- Activities including non-competitive sports (7%)
- Culture: Language/food/dance/film (6%)
- Teen needs including programs (6%)
- Accessibility (6%)
- Pump Track/Cycling (5%)
- Performing arts (dance & theater, not music) (5%)
4%-2% - Community Gardening (4%)
- Splash Pad (4%)
6
- Senior Related (4%)
- Drinking Fountains (4%)
- Toddler needs including classes and programs (3%)
- Classes (General) (3%)
- Safety (3%)
- Existing Facilities (3%)
- Shade (3%)
- Adult Needs including Programs and Classes (3%
- Water Park (3%)
- Volunteering/Community Service (2%)
- Music Classes/jams (2%)
1% - Sustainability
- Roller Hockey/Hockey
- Nature Programming
- Lighting
- Martial Arts
- STEM
- Rentable Event Space
- Communication
- Childcare
- Roads/Infrastructure
Less than 1% of
Responses
- Camping
- Motor Racing
- Snack Bars
- Trash Cans
- Library
- Shooting Range
- Religious
- Transportation
- Parking
Special Events/Entertainment:
The received data reflected a high importance for Live Performances (52%) and Attending
Cultural Activities (90.4%), It is important to note that the survey did not distinguish between
theater, concerts, speakers, museums, and art exhibits. Two comments from the Community
Survey Open Response specifically requested concerts.
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Prioritization Category Description Point Allocation
Code and Regulation
Compliance (5)
This category relates to existing park/recreation facility elements and
amenities. This category recognizes issues of public health (sanitation),
physical safety (i.e. tripping hazards), and urgency (continued repair
deferral will lead to amenity closure or hinders public access to facilities
and structures). The presence of a score indicates that the issue(s) (i.e.
public health, physical safety, urgency) is non-compliant with city, state,
and national codes, including but not limited to the Americans with
Disabilities Act, and should be addressed.
Maximum of 5 points:
-2 pts for public health
-2 pts for physical safety
-1 pt for urgency
Safety and Security (5)This category addresses lighting infrastructure that promotes safety and
security within the Parks and Recreation System. High priority parks
include those that have a need for lighting at an existing building or parking
lot. Mid-level priority parks include those that need lighting but do not
already have it. Low priority parks already have some existing lighting.
Maximum of 5 points:
-5 pts for high priority
-3 pts for mid-level priority
-1 pt for low priority
Fulfills Unmet Needs (3)A score in this category indicates that the recommendation is for a new
element, amenity, or policy, that directly addresses an unmet need.
Unmet needs are those that have been identified in the gap analysis, by
the City of Rohnert Park, or within the inventory and assessment phase of
the Parks and Recreation Master Planning process. *An explanation of
tiers can be found below under "Tier Description".
Maximum of 4 points:
-4 pts for Tier 1
-3 pts for Tier 2
-2 pts for Tier 3
-1 pts for Tier 4
-2 pts if mentioned in two or more
outreach efforts, but not in the survey
-1 pt for City-identified needs
Potential Revenue Generation
(2)
This category indicates that the recommendation has potential for long-
term funding (such as field rentals) or short-term funding (one-time picnic
rentals,etc.)
Maximum of 3 points:
-3 pts for both long and short term
revenue
-2 pts for long term revenue
-1 pt for short term revenue
Included in Previous Planning
Efforts (2)
This category recognizes that the recommendation has been identified as
a goal, priority, or action within an existing planning effort/report for the
City of Rohnert Park. Planning efforts include: (1) The Rohnert Park General
Plan 2040, (2) Hazard Mitigation Plan, (3) Priority Development Area Plan,
(4) Master Plan Revisions to City Council, (5) Comprehensive Audit
Summary By Park, (6) Community Services Recreation Program Cost
Recovery Policy
Maximum of 2 points:
-2 pts for if the recommendation
appears in two or more plans
-1 pt for inclusion in a previous plan
Operational Efficiency (1)This category indicates that completing the recommendation will lead to
significant savings in staff time and City resources.
Maximum of 1 pt
Tiers Description
Tier 1 Over 50% of respondents indicated that the activity or amenity was very
important to them.
Tier 2 Responses of "Very Important" and "Fairly Important" added together to
equal or greater than 50%.
Tier 3 Responses of “Very Important”, “Fairly Important”, and “Slightly
Important” added together to equal or greater than 50%.
Tier 4 “Not at all important” accounted for 50% or greater of responses.
City of Rohnert Park - Priorities Setting Category Descriptions
As part of the gap analysis process, "Tiers" were created to qualify the value of a park and recreation offering's importance. Respondents were asked
to rank a series of sports, leisure activities, and recreational activities by how important each was to them personally. Their responses are organized
into Tiers, below.
A full breakdown of tier designations can
be found in the gap analysis documents.
Each park was evaluated based on the categories listed below to determine the ranking of recommendations. For each category, the park was
allocated points which were then totaled to determine an overall score. These overall scores guided the prioritization of the recommendations, with
higher scores indicating a greater priority.
Categories
Tier Description
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7.7 organization charts
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CS Director
Management
Analyst I
Recreation
Manager
CS Supervisor
Aqautics and
Sports Center
PTS
CS Coordinator
Rentals and
Programs
PTS
Member Services
Specialist Sports
Center
Administrative
Assistant I
CS Supervisor
Senior Center
PT 1456 Office
Assistant
CS Coordniator
Events and
Contracts
PAC Manager
Box Office
Coordinator
PTS
Tech Director
PTS
PT 1456
Marketing
Specialist
Animal Shelter
Supervisor
Animal Shetler
Coordinator
PTS
Animal Health
Technician
Community Services Org Chart 2024Community Services Organization Chart (2024)
Director of Public Works
CIP Program Manager
Senior Engineer Associate
Engineer Project Manager Project Manager
Project
Coordinator
Administrative
Assistant
Public Works
Inspector
Operations Manager -
Utilities
Water
Production
Supervisor
Water System
Operator III
Water System
Operator III
(VACANT)
Utility Services
Representative
Utility Services
Representative
Water
Distribution
Supervisor
Water Distribution
Operator III
Water Distribution
Operator II
Water Distribution
Operator I
Water Distribution
Operator
(VACANT)
Maintenance
Worker II
Collection
System
Supervisor
Collection System
Operator II
Collection System
Operator II
(VACANT)
Collection System
Operator I
Collection System
Operator I
Fleet Services
Supervisor
Fleet Mechanic
Instrument
Technician
Management
Analyst II
Purchasing Agent
Administrative
Assistant
(VACANT)
Operations Manager -
General Services
Arborist
Parks
Maintenance
Supervisor
Parks Maintenance
Worker II
Parks Maintenance
Worker II
Parks Maintenance
Worker I
(VACANT)
Parks Maintenance
Worker I
Irrigation
Maintenance
Technician
Landscape
Maintenenace
Worker
Landscape
Maintenance Worker
Landscape
Maintenance Worker
Landscape
Maintenance
Worker
Landscape
Maintenance
Worker
Streets
Maintenance
Supervisor
Streets
Maintenance
Worker III
Streets
Maintenance
Worker II
Streets
Maintenance Worker II
Streets/JEPA
Maintenance Workder II
Streets
Maintenance Worker II
Streets
Maintenance
Worker I
(VACANT)
Streetscape
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ITEM NO. 7.J.
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Meeting Date: June 24, 2025
Department: Development Services
Submitted By: Alicia Giudice, Development Services Director
Prepared By: Justin Brandt, Development Services Director
Agenda Title: Adopt a Resolution Accepting Offers of Dedication for a Public Sanitary Sewer
Easement and a Sewer Access Easement over the Property Located at 5000 and
5004 Dowdell Avenue (CEQA Status: Consistent with the Mitigated Negative
Declaration Adopted by the Planning Commission on June 25, 2020, by Resolution
2020-15)
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Adopt a Resolution Accepting Offers of Dedication for a Public Sanitary Sewer Easement and Sewer
Access Easement over the Property Located at 5000 and 5004 Dowdell Avenue.
BACKGROUND:
The project is located at 5000 and 5004 Dowdell Boulevard on a 10.3-acre developed parcel in the
northwest portion of the City. The project site received Planning Commission approval of site plan
and architectural review (PLSR22-0002), on April 28, 2022. The applicant received building permits
and began construction of the development in summer 2023. Shortly after construction began, the
applicant submitted a tentative map application to split the lot into two separate parcels to allow each
of the parcels to be sold separately and received approval by the City’s subdivision committee on
December 13, 2023. The City’s subdivision committee’s approval was contingent on the applicant
recording a parcel map with a wider sewer easement and sewer access easement.
Onsite construction of the two nominally “C-shaped” buildings, dry and wet utilities, parking lot, and
biodentention basins are now complete and the applicant has submitted the required parcel map
documents for approval and recordation. Rohnert Park Municipal Code Section 16.12.080(H) provides
that the City Engineer has approval authority over parcel maps and this parcel map has been reviewed
by the City Engineer and City Surveyor and has been determined to be technically accurate and in
conformance with the California Subdivision Map Act, the City’s Municipal Code requirements set
forth in Title 16 and the tentative parcel map and conditions of approval. However, the dedication of
the wider sewer easement and sewer access easement to the City require acceptance by the City
Council.
ANALYSIS:
On December 23, 2023, a lot split for this site received approval from the City’s subdivision committee
approval. The subdivision committee determine that reciprocal easements and dedication of a wider
sewer easement was necessary in order to allow access to and maintenance of the existing sewer
facilities. The applicant is now seeking approval of the Parcel Map, which creates two lots and makes
Mission Statement
“We Care for Our Residents by Working Together to Build a
Better Community for Today and Tomorrow.”
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
ITEM NO. 7.J.
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all required easement dedications. The applicant has submitted the required documents which include
the Parcel Map with offers of dedication and easements delineated.
The map has been checked for technical accuracy and conformance with the Tentative Map.
Pursuant to Municipal Code section 16.10.200, the developer has also submitted (1) confirmation from
the county tax collector stating that all taxes and assessments due have been paid pursuant to
Government Code section 66492; and, (2) verification that it has executed and filed with the Clerk of
the County Board of Supervisors security for taxes and assessments pursuant to Government Code
section 66493.
Based on the above analysis, staff is recommending that the City Council accept the required offers of
dedication.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS:
The development was analyzed in a Mitigated Negative Declaration adopted by the Planning
Commission on June 25, 2020 by Resolution 2020-15 in conformance with the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The mitigation measures adopted were monitored by City staff
and included in construction conditions as appropriate. No further environmental review is required for
acceptance of the offers of dedication.
STRATEGIC PLAN AND COUNCIL PRIORITIES ALIGNMENT:
The recommended action is consistent with Strategic Plan Goal – Planning and Infrastructure.
OPTIONS CONSIDERED:
Adopt a resolution accepting the offers of dedication (recommended action). With the required
easements in place, the Developer will have satisfied its conditions of approval, at which point the
Project is near complete.
FISCAL IMPACT/FUNDING SOURCE:
In accordance with the City’s General Plan policies, the Project has been designed to minimize impacts
on General Fund in two ways:
1. Infrastructure construction is funded by the developer at no cost to the City. Construction of
public improvements required under the conditions of approval has been guaranteed with
performance and labor and material bonds.
2. The Developer is conditioned to establish an association that maintains all onsite infrastructure
and storm water quality improvements. The established Mater Maintenance Agreement
commits the developer and eventually the Association to these specific obligations and avoids
impacts on the City.
Department Head Approval Date: 06/11/2025
Finance Director Approval Date: N/A
City Attorney Approval Date: 06/12/2025
City Manager Approval Date: 06/13/2025
Attachments
1. Resolution Accepting Offers of Dedication for Public Sanitary Sewer Easement and Sewer
Access Easement
2. Exhibit A - Parcel Map No. 191
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-044
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
ACCEPTING OFFERS OF DEDICATION FOR A PUBLIC SANITARY SEWER
EASEMENT AND SEWER ACCESS EASEMENT OVER THE PROPERTY LOCATED
AT 5000 AND 5004 DOWDELL AVENUE
WHEREAS, on June 25, 2020, the Planning Commission of the City of Rohnert Park
(“City”) adopted Resolution No. 2020-15 adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration for the
Dowdell Avenue Industrial Park Project (APN 143-040-134) (the “Project”); and
WHEREAS, on April 28, 2022, the Planning Commission of the City adopted
Resolution No. 2022-06 approving site plan and architectural review for the Project; and
WHEREAS, on December 13, 2023, the Subdivision Committee of the City approved
the Tentative Parcel Map for 5000 Dowdell Avenue, APN 143-040-143, dividing the parcel into
two lots (“Parcel Map”); and
WHEREAS, Rohnert Park Municipal Code Section 16.12.080(H) provides that the city
engineer has approval authority over parcel maps and the Parcel Map has been reviewed by the
City Engineer and City Surveyor and has been determined to be technically accurate and in
conformance with the California Subdivision Map Act, the City’s Municipal Code requirements
set forth in Title 16 and the tentative parcel map and conditions of approval; and
WHEREAS, the Parcel Map, identified as Parcel Map No. 191, includes the dedication
of a wider sewer easement and sewer access easement to the City, which require acceptance by
the City Council.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Rohnert
Park that it does hereby find that the Project was analyzed under the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA) in the Mitigated Negative Declaration adopted by the Planning Commission
on June 25, 2020, by Resolution 2020-15 and no further environmental review is necessary to
accept the Project offers of dedication.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Council hereby accepts the offers of
dedication of the Public Sanitary Sewer Easement and Sewer Access Easement shown on Parcel
Map No. 191, attached as Exhibit A, and authorizes and directs the City Clerk and Engineer to
execute all documents and take all steps necessary to accept the Public Sanitary Sewer Easement
and Sewer Access Easement.
DULY AND REGULARLY ADOPTED this 24th day of June, 2025.
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
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Gerard Giudice, Mayor
Resolution 2025-044
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ATTEST:
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Sylvia Lopez Cuevas, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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Michelle M. Kenyon, City Attorney
Attachments: Exhibit A
ADAMS: _________ ELWARD: _________ RODRIGUEZ: _________SANBORN: _________ GIUDICE: _________
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OWNER'S STATEMENT:THE UNDERSIGNED, BEING A PARTY HAVING A RECORD TITLE INTEREST IN THE LANDS TO BE SUBDIVIDED AS DELINEATED ANDEMBRACED WITHIN THE HEAVY BLACK LINES UPON THIS MAP, DOES HEREBY CONSENT TO THE PREPARATION AND RECORDATION OFTHE SAME.THE AREAS DESIGNATED AS "SANITARY SEWER EASEMENT" OR "S.S.E." AND "SEWER ACCESS EASEMENT" ARE HEREBY DEDICATED TOTHE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK OR ITS DESIGNEE FOR SANITARY SEWER PURPOSES AND ANY AND ALL IMPROVEMENTS ANDAPPURTENANCES INSTALLED, INCLUDING CONSTRUCTION, ACCESS, AND MAINTENANCE EASEMENT OF THESE PUBLICIMPROVEMENTS AND APPURTENANCES.BLANKET EASEMENTS FOR ACCESS, PARKING, DRAINAGE, UTILITIES AND OTHER PRIVATE USES ON, OVER, UNDER AND ACROSS PARCEL1 AND PARCEL 2 ARE HEREBY RESERVED FOR THE OWNERS, TENANTS AND PATRONS OF THE SUBDIVISION IN ACCORDANCE WITH THEDECLARATION OF COVENANTS, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS FOR INNOVATION CENTER AT DOWDELL AVENUE AND BUSINESSPARK DRIVE RECORDED OF EVEN DATE HEREWITH.THE MAP SHOWS ALL EASEMENTS ON THE PREMISES, OR OF RECORD WITHIN THE BOUNDARY LINES OF THE HEREIN EMBODIED MAPAS SHOWN ON THE PRELIMINARY TITLE REPORT ORDER NUMBER 01007829-010-PA-SL0, DATED JUNE 27, 2024, PREPARED BY FIDELITYNATIONAL TITLE COMPANY.THE UNDERSIGNED FURTHER RELINQUISHES TO THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK ALL INTEREST IN SUB-SURFACE WATER RIGHTS BELOW300 FEET THAT THEY MAY HAVE.CP LOGISTICS DOWDELL AVE, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANYBY: CP LOGISTICS PLATFORM, LLC,A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, ITS SOLE MEMBERBY: PANATTONI CLP, LLC,A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, ITS ADMINISTRATORBY: PANATTONI CLP OPERATOR, LLC,A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, ITS MANAGER BY: _________________________________________ _________NAME: NICK EVANCICH DATEITS: VICE PRESIDENT NOTARY'S ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:A NOTARY PUBLIC OR OTHER OFFICER COMPLETING THIS CERTIFICATE VERIFIES ONLY THE IDENTITY OF THE INDIVIDUAL WHO SIGNEDTHE DOCUMENT TO WHICH THIS CERTIFICATE IS ATTACHED, AND NOT THE TRUTHFULNESS, ACCURACY, OR VALIDITY OF THATDOCUMENT.STATE OF COLORADOCOUNTY OF DENVERON _________________________, 2024 BEFORE ME, ___________________________________, NOTARY PUBLIC, PERSONALLYAPPEARED LAUREN KERNS AS VICE PRESIDENT OF PANATTONI CLP OPERATOR, LLC, AS THE MANAGER OF PANATTONI CLP, LLC, AS THEADMINISTRATOR OF CP LOGISTICS PLATFORM, LLC, AS THE SOLE MEMBER OF CP LOGISTICS DOWDELL AVE, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITEDLIABILITY COMPANY, WHO PROVED TO ME ON THE BASIS OF SATISFACTORY EVIDENCE TO BE THE PERSON WHOSE NAME IS SUBSCRIBEDTO THE WITHIN INSTRUMENT AND ACKNOWLEDGED TO ME THAT SHE EXECUTED THE SAME IN HER AUTHORIZED CAPACITY, AND THATBY HER SIGNATURE ON THE INSTRUMENT THE PERSON, OR THE ENTITY UPON BEHALF OF WHICH THE PERSON ACTED, EXECUTED THEINSTRUMENT.I CERTIFY UNDER PENALTY OF PERJURY UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF COLORADO THAT THE FOREGOING PARAGRAPH IS TRUEAND CORRECT.WITNESS MY HAND_______________________________________________________________________SIGNATURE PRINT NAMEMY REGISTRATION NUMBER:____________________MY COMMISSION EXPIRES:______________________MY PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS ______________________TRUSTEE'S STATEMENT:FIDELITY NATIONAL TITLE COMPANY, TRUSTEE UNDER DEED OF TRUST RECORDED FEBRUARY 14, 2023 IN DOCUMENT NO. 2023006008OF OFFICIAL RECORDS OF SONOMA COUNTY, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AGAINST THE LAND HEREIN SHOWN, CONSENT TO THE MAKINGAND FILING OF THIS MAP. IN WITNESS WHEREOF SAID CORPORATION HAS CAUSED IT CORPORATE NAME TO BE HEREUNDER AFFIXEDTHIS ________DAY OF _______, 2024LENDER:COMERICA BANKBY: ________________ MONICA PULIDO, ITS VICE PRESIDENTSURVEYOR'S STATEMENT:THIS MAP WAS PREPARED BY ME OR UNDER MY DIRECTION AND WAS BASED UPON A FIELD SURVEY INCONFORMANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE SUBDIVISION MAP ACT AND LOCAL ORDINANCE AT THE REQUESTOF CP LOGISTICS DOWDELL AVE, LLC, ON MAY 2024. I HEREBY STATE THAT THIS PARCEL MAP SUBSTANTIALLYCONFORMS TO THE APPROVED OR CONDITIONALLY APPROVED TENTATIVE MAP, IF ANY, THAT ALL THEMONUMENTS ARE OF THE CHARACTER AND OCCUPY THE POSITIONS INDICATED, AND THAT THE MONUMENTS ARESUFFICIENT TO ENABLE THE SURVEY TO BE RETRACED._____________________________________ ___________________ERIC S. GILBERTSEN, PLS NO. 7545DATENO. 7545★★ERIC
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GILBERTSENEXP. 12/31/25CITY ENGINEER'S STATEMENTI, VANESSA MARIN GARRETT, CITY ENGINEER OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK, COUNTY OF SONOMA, STATE OFCALIFORNIA, HEREBY STATE THAT I HAVE EXAMINED THIS MAP ENTITLED "PARCEL MAP NO. 191", THAT SAIDPARCEL MAP IS SUBSTANTIALLY THE SAME AS IT APPEARED ON THE TENTATIVE MAP AND ANY APPROVEDALTERATIONS THEREOF, AS APPROVED BY THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE BY RESOLUTIONNUMBER 2020 - 016 AND THAT ALL OF THE PROVISIONS OF THE STATE LAW AND LOCAL ORDINANCES APPLICABLEAT THE TIME OF APPROVAL OF THE TENTATIVE MAP HAVE BEEN COMPLIED WITH.SIGNED:___________________________ DATE: ___________________VANESSA MARIN GARRETT, R.C.E. 84141CITY ENGINEER, CITY OF ROHNERT PARKLICENSE EXPIRES SEPTEMBER 30, 2025CITY SURVEYOR'S STATEMENTI, ANNE-SOPHIE TRUONG, HEREBY STATE THAT THE MAP OF THIS SUBDIVISION WAS EXAMINED BY ME OR UNDERMY DIRECTION ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AND I AM SATISFIED THAT SAID MAP IS TECHNICALLYCORRECT.SIGNED:___________________________ DATE: ___________________ANNE-SOPHIE TRUONG, LS 8998ACTING CITY SURVEYOR,CITY OF ROHNERT PARKSPECIAL ASSESSMENTS CERTIFICATEI, SYLVIA LOPEZ CUEVAS, CITY CLERK IN AND FOR THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK, A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION, STATEOF CALIFORNIA, DO HEREBY STATE THAT, AS OF THIS DATE, THERE ARE NO SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS PENDINGAGAINST SAID TRACT OF LAND OTHER THAN THOSE WHICH HAVE BEEN RECORDED AND OF WHICH THE SONOMACOUNTY TREASURERS OFFICE SHOULD BE AWARE.DATE:__________________SIGNED:_________________SYLVIA LOPEZ CUEVAS, CITY CLERKCITY OF ROHNERT PARKTRUSTEE'S ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:A NOTARY PUBLIC OR OTHER OFFICER COMPLETING THIS CERTIFICATE VERIFIES ONLY THE IDENTITY OF THE INDIVIDUAL WHO SIGNEDTHE DOCUMENT TO WHICH THIS CERTIFICATE IS ATTACHED, AND NOT THE TRUTHFULNESS, ACCURACY, OR VALIDITY OF THATDOCUMENT.STATE OF ________________________COUNTY OF ________________________ON _________________________ , BEFORE ME, ___________________________________, A NOTARY PUBLIC, PERSONALLYAPPEARED ______________________________________________ ,WHO PROVED TO ME ON THE BASIS OF SATISFACTORY EVIDENCE TO BE THE PERSON(S) WHOSE NAME(S) IS/ARE SUBSCRIBED TO THEWITHIN INSTRUMENT, AND ACKNOWLEDGED TO ME THAT HE/SHE/THEY EXECUTED THE SAME IN HIS/HER/THEIR AUTHORIZEDCAPACITY(IES), AND THAT BY HIS/HER/THEIR SIGNATURE(S) ON THE INSTRUMENT THE PERSON(S), OR THE ENTITY UPON BEHALF OFWHICH THE PERSON(S) ACTED, EXECUTED THE INSTRUMENT.I CERTIFY UNDER PENALTY OF PERJURY UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF ______________ THAT THE FOREGOING PARAGRAPH ISTRUE AND CORRECT.WITNESS MY HAND_______________________________________________________________________SIGNATURE PRINT NAMEMY REGISTRATION NUMBER:____________________MY COMMISSION EXPIRES:______________________MY PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS ______________________COUNTY RECORDER'S STATEMENT:FILED THIS _____DAY OF ___________, 2025, AT _________IN BOOK _______OF MAPS, AT PAGE(S) __________IN THEOFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF THE COUNTY OF SONOMA, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AT THE REQUEST OFVANESSA MARIN GARRETT, CITY ENGINEER, CITY OF ROHNERT PARK.FEE;_______________ SIGNED ________________ DEVA MARIE PROTOCOUNTY RECORDER, COUNTY OF SONOMASTATE OF CALIFORNIADOCUMENT NO.___________________BY:_______________________COUNTY CLERK'S CERTIFICATE:I, CERTIFY THAT ALL BONDS, MONEY OR NEGOTIABLE BONDS REQUIRED UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF THE SUBDIVISIONMAP ACT, AND LOCAL ORDINANCES, TO SECURE THE PAYMENT OF TAXES AND ASSESSMENTS HAVE BEEN FILED WITH ANDAPPROVED BY, THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF SONOMA, NAMELY; BOND(S) UNDER GOVERNMENTCODE SECTIONS 66493(A) AND 66493(C) IN SUMS OF $_________AND $_________, RESPECTFULLY. IN WITNESS THEREOF,I HAVE HEREUNTO SET MY HAND.DATE: __________________SIGNED: ____________________________________ CLERK OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS COUNTY OF SONOMA, STATE OF CALIFORNIACOUNTY TAX COLLECTOR'S CERTIFICATEACCORDING TO THE RECORDS IN THE OFFICE OF THE UNDERSIGNED, THERE ARE NO LIENS AGAINST THIS SUBDIVISION ORANY PART THEREOF, FOR UNPAID STATE, COUNTY, MUNICIPAL OR LOCAL TAXES OR SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS COLLECTED ASTAXES, EXCEPT TAXES OR SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS COLLECTED AS TAXES NOT YET PAYABLE. MY ESTIMATE OF TAXES ANDSPECIAL ASSESSMENTS COLLECTED AS TAXES NOT PAYABLE IS $_________________. THE LAND IN SAID SUBDIVISION ISNOT SUBJECT TO A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT OR BOND WHICH MAY BE PAID IN FULL, EXCEPT SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS FORBONDS PAYABLE IN FULL FOR WHICH I ESTIMATE THAT THE AMOUNT REQUIRED FOR FULL PAYMENT IS$____________________DATE:_________ ______________________________________ERICK ROESERCOUNTY OF SONOMA, STATE OF CALIFORNIAPARCEL MAP NO. 191BEING A TWO-LOT SUBDIVISION THE LAND OF CP LOGISTICS DOWDELL AVE, LLC,A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANYAS DESCRIBED IN THE DEED RECORDED OCTOBER 4, 2022DOCUMENT NO. 2022064261 OF OFFICIAL RECORDSSONOMA COUNTY, STATE OF CALIFORNIA.CITY OF ROHNERT PARKTOWNSHIP 06 N, RANGE 08 W, SECTION 23COUNTY OF SONOMA --- STATE OF CALIFORNIAMAY 20251101 Creekside Ridge Dr., Suite 150Roseville, CA 95678O: 916.772.7688F: 916.772.7699www.kpff.comCITY CLERK'S CERTIFICATE:I, SYLVIA LOPEZ CUEVAS, CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK, COUNTY OF SONOMA, STATE OF CALIFORNIADO HEREBY STATE THAT THIS MAP, ENTITLED, “PARCEL MAP NO. 191”,WAS PRESENTED TO THE CITY COUNCIL OFTHE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AS PROVIDED BY LAW AT A REGULAR MEETING THEREOF HELD ON THE ____ DAY OF______________ 20__ AND THAT SAID CITY COUNCIL DID THEREUPON ACCEPT ON BEHALF OF THE PUBLIC ALLEASEMENTS AS OFFERED FOR DEDICATION AND SUBSURFACE WATER RIGHTS, SUBJECT TO THE ACCEPTANCE OFIMPROVEMENTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE APPROVED PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR PUBLIC USE INCONFORMITY WITH TERMS OF THE OFFER OF DEDICATION.SIGNED: __________________________ DATE: ___________________ CITY CLERK CITY OF ROHNERT PARKSHEET 1 OF 2 APN: 143-040-134-000
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ITEM NO. 7.K.
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Meeting Date: June 24, 2025
Department: Human Resources and Risk Management
Submitted By: Jamie Cannon, Director of Human Resources
Prepared By: Jamie Cannon, Director of Human Resources
Agenda Title: Adopt a Resolution Authorizing and Approving a Letter Agreement to the
Outline of Certain Conditions of Employment, Fringe Benefits, and Salary for
the Confidential Unit and the Management Unit.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Adopt a Resolution Authorizing and Approving a Letter Agreement to the Outline of Certain
Conditions of Employment, Fringe Benefits, and Salary for the Confidential Unit and the Management
Unit.
BACKGROUND:
The Outline of Certain Conditions of Employment, Fringe Benefits, and Salary for the Confidential Unit
and the Management Unit will expire on June 30, 2025. Both the Confidential and Management Units
are non-recognized labor groups. Generally, these groups are provided the same or similar terms and
conditions of employment as other non-safety recognized employment groups at the City of Rohnert
Park.
ANALYSIS:
The City’s financial outlook forecasts expenditures to continue to outpace revenues in fiscal year 2025-
26 through fiscal year 2027-28. Given the substantial structural deficit, the City is unable to provide
general wage increases during the 2025/26 Fiscal Year. To assist in the ongoing rising health care costs,
City Council authorized one-time monies in the form of Off Salary Schedule Pay.
These Letter Agreements, amending terms and conditions of employment for the Confidential Unit and
the Management Unit, will sunset on June 30, 2026.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS:
This item is not a “project” under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines section
15378(b)(5) because it is an administrative activity that will not result in a potentially significant
impact to the environment.
STRATEGIC PLAN AND COUNCIL PRIORITIES ALIGNMENT:
This action is consistent with City Council Priority 4: Organization Well Being.
Mission Statement
“We Care for Our Residents by Working Together to Build a
Better Community for Today and Tomorrow.”
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
ITEM NO. 7.K.
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OPTIONS CONSIDERED:
1. Recommended Option: Staff recommends Adoption of the Resolutions Authorizing and
Approving a Letter Agreement to the Outline of Certain Conditions of Employment, Fringe
Benefits, and Salary for the Confidential Unit and the Management Unit.
2. Alternative: Staff does not recommend an alternative.
FISCAL IMPACT/FUNDING SOURCE:
The one-time monies, in the form of Off Salary Schedule Pay equate to approximately $4,292 per
employee, with a total impact of $137,339 for both the Management and Confidential Unit.
Code Compliance Approval Date: N/A
Department Head Approval Date: N/A
Finance Approval Date: N/A
Human Resources Approval Date: June 4, 2025
City Attorney Approval Date: June 9, 2025
City Manager Approval Date: June 16, 2025
Attachments:
1. Resolution Authorizing and Approving Letter Agreements to the Outline of Certain Conditions
of Employment, Fringe Benefits, and Salary for the Confidential Unit and the Management
Unit.
2. Exhibit A: Letter Agreement to the Outline of Certain Conditions of Employment, Fringe
Benefits, and Salary for the Confidential Unit.
3. Exhibit B: Letter Agreement to the Outline of Certain Conditions of Employment, Fringe
Benefits, and Salary for the Management Unit.
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-045
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING A LETTER AGREEMENT TO THE
OUTLINE OF CERTAIN CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT, FRINGE
BENEFITS, AND SALARY FOR THE CONFIDENTIAL UNIT AND THE
MANAGEMENT UNIT
WHEREAS; on June 8, 2021, the City Council adopted Resolution No’s 2021-063 and
2021-064, approving and adopting an Outline of Certain Conditions of Employment, Fringe
Benefits, and Salary for the Confidential and Management Units; and
WHEREAS, the Confidential and Management Unit Outlines will both expire on June
30, 2025; and
WHEREAS, staff prepared the attached Side Letter Agreements, effective July 1, 2025
to the Outlines; and
WHEREAS, the Confidential and Management Unit Outlines will both expire on June
30, 2025.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Rohnert
Park that it does hereby authorize and approve the letter agreements, effective July 1, 2025 to the
Outline of Certain Conditions of Employment, Fringe Benefits, and Salary for the Confidential
and Management Units, which are attached hereto as Exhibit “A” and Exhibit “B” and
incorporated by this reference.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Manager is hereby authorized and
directed to execute documents pertaining to same for and on behalf of the City of Rohnert Park.
DULY AND REGULARLY ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ROHNERT PARK ON this 24th day of June, 2025.
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
____________________________________
ATTEST: Gerard Giudice, Mayor
______________________________
Sylvia Lopez Cuevas, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
______________________________
Michelle M. Kenyon, City Attorney
Attachments: Exhibit A and Exhibit B
ADAMS: _________ ELWARD: _________ RODRIGUEZ: _________SANBORN: _________ GIUDICE: _________
AYES: ( ) NOES: ( ) ABSENT: ( ) ABSTAIN: ( )
EXHIBIT “A”
SIDE LETTER AGREEMENT
AMENDING
OUTLINE OF CERTAIN CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT,
FRINGE BENEFITS, AND SALARY FOR THE
CONFIDENTIAL UNIT
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Rohnert Park approved and adopted an
outline of certain conditions of employment, fringe benefits, and salary for the Confidential
Unit for the period of June 8, 2021 through June 30, 2025.
The City’s financial outlook forecasts expenditures to continue to outpace revenues in fiscal year
2025-26 through fiscal year 2027-28. Given the substantial structural deficit, the City is unable to
provide general wage increases during the 2025/26 Fiscal Year. To assist in the ongoing rising
health care costs, City Council authorized one-time monies in the form of Off Salary Schedule
Pay.
To that end, the Parties agree to the following amendment to the Outline. The specific
provisions contained in this Side Letter are intended to supersede any previous agreements,
whether oral or written, regarding the specific provisions contained herein. Further, except as
provided herein, all wages, hours and other terms and conditions of employment presently
enjoyed by the Confidential Unit in the Outline shall remain in full force and effect.
Whereas:
I. TERM
The Outline of certain conditions of employment, fringe benefits, and salary for the
Confidential Unit shall be in effect from July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026.
II. OFF SALARY SCHEDULE PAYMENT
As of June 30, 2025, all actively employed Confidential Unit employees shall be entitled
to an Off Salary Schedule Payment in the amount of one-hundred seventy-eight dollars and
eighty-three cents ($178.83) per pay period, not to exceed twenty-four (24) pay periods in
fiscal year 2025-26.
The first Off Salary Schedule Payment will be payable July 25, 2025, followed by twenty-
three (23) additional payments during fiscal year 2025-26.
The Off Salary Schedule Payment is made available to all employees within the
Confidential Unit, without exclusions based on non-compliant criteria (e.g.: part-time or
temporary status).
For Classic CalPERS members, the payment shall be reported to CalPERS as it is earned
across the applicable pay periods in fiscal year 2025-26. Such reporting shall not exceed
six percent (6%) of scheduled salary per fiscal year 2025-26.
For the City
___________________________
Marcela Piedra, City Manager
Date: ______________________
EXHIBIT “B”
SIDE LETTER AGREEMENT
AMENDING
OUTLINE OF CERTAIN CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT,
FRINGE BENEFITS, AND SALARY FOR THE
MANAGEMENT UNIT
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Rohnert Park approved and adopted an
outline of certain conditions of employment, fringe benefits, and salary for the Management
Unit for the period of June 8, 2021 through June 30, 2025.
The City’s financial outlook forecasts expenditures to continue to outpace revenues in fiscal year
2025-26 through fiscal year 2027-28. Given the substantial structural deficit, the City is unable to
provide general wage increases during the 2025/26 Fiscal Year. To assist in the ongoing rising
health care costs, City Council authorized one-time monies in the form of Off Salary Schedule
Pay.
To that end, the Parties agree to the following amendment to the Outline. The specific
provisions contained in this Side Letter are intended to supersede any previous agreements,
whether oral or written, regarding the specific provisions contained herein. Further, except as
provided herein, all wages, hours and other terms and conditions of employment presently
enjoyed by the Management Unit in the Outline shall remain in full force and effect.
Whereas:
I. TERM
The Outline of certain conditions of employment, fringe benefits, and salary for the
Management Unit shall be in effect from July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026.
II. OFF SALARY SCHEDULE PAYMENT
As of June 30, 2025, all actively employed Management Unit employees shall be entitled
to an Off Salary Schedule Payment in the amount of one-hundred seventy-eight dollars and
eighty-three cents ($178.83) per pay period, not to exceed twenty-four (24) pay periods in
fiscal year 2025-26.
The first Off Salary Schedule Payment will be payable July 25, 2025, followed by twenty-
three (23) additional payments during fiscal year 2025-26.
The Off Salary Schedule Payment is made available to all employees within the
Management Unit, without exclusions based on non-compliant criteria (e.g.: part-time or
temporary status).
For Classic CalPERS members, the payment shall be reported to CalPERS as it is earned
across the applicable pay periods in fiscal year 2025-26. Such reporting shall not exceed
six percent (6%) of scheduled salary per fiscal year 2025-26.
III. Section 6.2: AUTO ALLOWANCE
As of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026, the Auto Allowance shall remain at the fiscal
year 2024-25 rate of $525.71 per month. The rate shall not be adjusted pursuant to the
Consumer Price Index for fiscal year 2025-26.
For the City
___________________________
Marcela Piedra, City Manager
Date: ______________________
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Meeting Date: June 24, 2025
Department: Community Services
Prepared By: Cindy Bagley, Director of Community Services
Agenda Title: Review Annual Cost Recovery Analysis and Consider the Implementation of
Phase I of the Financial Sustainability Policy for Parks and Recreation by
Recommending a Shift from Service Areas to Service Categories; and Review
Associated Revised Cost Recovery/Subsidy Recommendations
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Receive a report based on the agenda title and provide staff with
direction regarding the shift between service areas and service categories and associated subsidy.
BACKGROUND: The City of Rohnert Park Community Services Department provides a wide range
of programs, events, and services that improve quality of life, support wellness, foster connection, and
create opportunities for all ages. These services are made possible through a combination of user fees,
partnerships, and General Fund support.
In 2018, the City adopted a Cost Recovery Policy (Policy) and Community Benefit Methodology
(CBM) to help guide how public funds are allocated across different types of services. This policy
recognizes that some services (like youth camps or fitness classes) provide more direct individual
benefit and can be partially or fully offset by participant fees, while others (like free community events
or senior transportation) serve a broader public good and are supported primarily by tax dollars.
This report provides a detailed analysis of current cost recovery by Service Area using real program
and financial data from across the department. It then proposes a new structure based on Service
Categories that group programs by function and community value in order to determine future subsidy
targets.
The Community Services Department operates a wide variety of programs through distinct functional
areas known as Service Areas. These include:
•Animal Services
•Performing Arts Center
•Aquatics
•Senior Center
•Sports Center
•Programs and Events (In-house programs, Contract Instructor programs, and community
events)
•Community Centers (Facility, field, and picnic areas)
Mission Statement
“We Care for Our Residents by Working Together to Build a
Better Community for Today and Tomorrow.”
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
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On February 27, 2018, the City Council adopted the Community Services Cost Recovery Policy
(Policy)(Attachment A). The purpose of this policy is to establish uniform guidelines and cost
recovery levels and goals for in-house recreation programs, events, activities, goods, and services.
The policy adopted the Community Benefit Methodology (CBM) which is used to recognize the
spectrum of beneficiaries of recreation programs and activities ranging from mostly community
benefit to mostly individual benefit. Definitions of levels in the CBM are informed by the City’s
mission, vision, and values, and help determine the level of general fund contribution provided to each
program and activity.
Prior to the adoption of this policy, user fee setting had been largely guided by cost, so increased costs
had been the sole catalyst for fee changes. By implementing the CBM, user fee setting is no longer
driven by cost alone; instead, the level of community benefit informs the fee setting.
There are currently five levels of community benefit. The cost recovery model is used to determine the
minimum percentage of cost recovery for individual in-house recreation programs and activities as
described in Table 1 below.
Table 1: Target Minimum Cost Recovery by Level
Levels Target Minimum Cost
Recovery by Level
Type of Cost Community
Investment
Level 1 – Mostly Community Benefit 0-14% Direct Cost 86-100%
Level 2 – Considerable Community
Benefit
15-49% Direct Cost 51-85%
Level 3 – Individual and Community
Benefit
50-79% Direct Cost 21-50%
Level 4 – Considerable Individual
Benefit
80-99% Direct +
Indirect Cost
1-20%
Level 5 – Mostly Individual Benefit 100% Direct +
Indirect Cost
0%
The policy defines direct and indirect costs as follows:
Direct Cost: Costs that are directly related to a program or service. Without the program or service,
these costs do not exist. Examples would include part-time staff and materials needed by the program
being evaluated.
Indirect Cost: Costs not tied to one specific program, service, or facility. These are full-time staff
salaries and benefits associated with facilities where programs are hosted. Assumed rate for indirect cost
is 35% of direct cost.
The original Cost Recovery Policy was developed to assign CBM levels and track the cost recovery of
in-house recreation programs offered by the Community Services Department. It did not include the
Performing Arts Center, Animal Shelter, contract instructor programs, or facility and field rentals.
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In light of the current fiscal climate and the Department’s focus on evaluating long-term financial
sustainability, this report expands the scope to include all programs and services across the
Department’s three divisions.
ANALYSIS
Many of the programs and services that are included in this report were not originally included in the
policy, so they were not assigned a community benefit level at the time of adoption. For the purposes
of this report, staff assigned benefit levels by comparing each program or service to those previously
categorized, using the same methodology and criteria.
In order to calculate cost recovery in the most accurate manner possible, each service area did
calculations based on the 2024 calendar year, except for the Performing Arts Center which calculated
based on this most recent production season, which just ended mid-May. Table 1 below provides
descriptions of the columns in the cost recovery table (Table 2).
Table 1: Cost Recovery Table Column Descriptions
Column Description
Total
Revenue
Includes all direct service charges paid by participants, as well as reimbursed costs and
sponsorships. Example: The Animal Shelter League of Rohnert Park reimburses the
City for animal medications and microchips. These reimbursements are included in the
revenue totals.
Total
Factored
Costs
Represents the total cost to deliver a program or service. This includes: Direct costs
for services categorized as Mostly Community Benefit, Considerable Community
Benefit, or Balanced Community/Individual Benefit. Both direct and overhead costs
for services categorized as Mostly Individual Benefit or Considerable Individual
Benefit, per the City's Cost Recovery Policy.
Cost
Recovery %
(Actual)
The percentage of total costs covered by program revenue. Formula: (Total Revenue ÷
Total Factored Costs) × 100
City Subsidy
($)
The dollar amount the City’s General Fund contributes to cover a program’s costs.
Positive number = City is subsidizing the program. Negative number = Program
generated more revenue than it cost
City Subsidy
(%)
The percentage of a program’s cost that is subsidized by the City. Formula: (City
Subsidy $ ÷ Total Factored Costs) × 100
Table 2 on page 5 of this report gives a high-level view of how the Department, each Division within
the Department, and each Service Area cost recovered over the one-year evaluation period. Here is a
description of what is included in each Service Area:
Programs and Services by Service Area
Animal Services
Includes a variety of programs focused on animal welfare and community health such as Adoptions,
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Emergency Services, Fix it Clinic, Licensing, Microchipping, Sheltering/Redemptions, Spay/Neuter
Clinic, Specialized Rentals, and a Volunteer Program that supports shelter operations.
Aquatics
The Aquatics service area includes instructional and recreational water-based programs such as Group
and Private Swim Lessons, Junior Guards, Swim Endurance and Technique, Recreational Swim, Lap
Swim, Pool Rentals, and Concessions.
Community Events
Programs in this area are designed to foster civic pride and community connection through large-scale
gatherings such as Arts and Crafts Faire, Halloween Carnival, Holiday Tree Lighting, I Heart Rohnert
Park, Memorial Day, Party on the Plaza, Summer Kick-Off Expo, RP Jubilee and Volunteer
Recognition events.
Contract Instructor Programs
Offered in partnership with contracted specialists, this area includes a range of enrichment activities
such as Acrylic Painting, Adult Tennis, Art Explorer Camp, Babysitter Training, Cooking Classes,
Dance Classes, STEM Camps, Ukulele, Youth Karate, Youth Music, Adult Fitness and General
Education.
In-House Programs
These programs are directly staffed and operated by the City, including Adult Sports, Kids Summer
Camp, Preschool Summer Camp, and Teen Camp.
Performing Arts Center
This area supports the arts through Ticketed Productions, Youth Camps, Special Events, and Rentals of
the facility for community and regional performances.
Rentals
Facility and field rentals provide space for private and community uses. This includes the Community
Center, Burton Avenue Rec Center, Senior Center, Gold Ridge, and Gym or Sports Field Rentals.
Users typically rent facilities for personal use such as birthday parties, memorials, and personal
celebrations and ceremonies. Sports fields are typically used by non-profit local youth sports
organizations. Community use rentals are those done by local non-profit groups who host events that
are open to the community such as the Pacific Islander Festival, African Soul Festival, or Car Show.
Also included in rentals are facility leases such as the Pottery Studio at the Community Center.
Senior Center
Programs focused on active aging and wellness such as the Sunshine Bus, Excursions, Special Events,
Fun After 50, Coffee Bar, Senior Seminars, Council on Aging, and AARP Tax Help.
Sports Center
The Sports Center supports fitness and recreation through Memberships, Drop-in Activities, Rentals,
Personal Training, Open Gym, Sports and Fitness Classes, Concessions, and Childcare.
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Table 2: Cost Recovery Table
Division / Service
Area
Total
Revenue
Total Factored
Costs
Cost Recovery
% (Actual)
City Subsidy
($)
City
Subsidy
(%)
Community Services
Department (Total) $2,410,248.22 $2,556,221.02 94% $145,972.80 6%
Animal Shelter
Division* $207,862.40 $406,039.83 51% $198,177.43 49%
Performing Arts
Division* $544,151.00 $708,057.45 77% $163,906.45 23%
Recreation Division $1,658,234.82 $1,442,123.75 115% ($216,111.07) -15%
Aquatics $183,970.29 $269,253.05 68% $85,282.76 32%
Senior Center $11,747.46 $14,279.25 82% $2,531.79 18%
Sports Center $523,214.88 $356,109.00 147% ($167,105.88) -47%
In-House Programs** $133,949.65 $149,044.34 90% $15,094.69 10%
Contract Instructors** $431,358.12 $418,097.50 103% ($13,260.62) -3%
Community Events** $13,890.68 $129,520.73 11% $115,630.05 89%
Rentals $360,103.74 $105,819.87 340% ($254,283.87) -240%
* These are both Divisions within the Community Services Department and Service Areas simultaneously
** These three service areas fall under one budget unit in the budget book – Programs & Events
Below is a chart to view the information above in a different way:
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Each program and service within the various service areas were assigned a CBM level, some by policy
and others by staff as part of this reporting exercise. The chart below compares the average cost
recovery target for each service area to the actual cost recovery.
Note, that even though many of these areas appear to reach their target cost recovery percentage, some
programs and services within each service area do not meet their target. For a full analysis of each
program, the assigned community benefit level, expenses, revenues, cost recovery percentage, City
subsidy amount (in dollars and percent), follow this link: Service Areas and Cost Recovery Workbook
2024.xlsx.
Animal Services and the Performing Arts Center are not currently hitting the recommended cost
recovery target, however, as mentioned previously in this report these two service areas are not
currently part of the cost recovery policy and have not been held to a cost recovery target.
It is important to note that the cost recovery figures presented in this report reflect direct programmatic
costs only, as defined by the Policy. These calculations do not include the following:
•Administrative personnel costs, including the Department Director, Managers, Supervisors,
Analysts, or full-time Administrative Assistants
•Facility-related expenses such as maintenance, utilities, and capital repairs
•Administrative overhead, including bank fees, registration/ticketing/adoption software,
scheduling software, recreation guide production, office supplies, and some marketing
•Non-Departmental expenses such as liability insurance, fleet charges, or IT support
•Cost Allocation Plan
On average, the Community Services Department operates on a budget of approximately $4.4 million
in departmental expenses. When non-departmental costs—such as citywide facility maintenance,
utilities, insurance, and the cost allocation plan—are included, the true cost to operate the Department
rises to around $7.5 million annually.
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If cost recovery were calculated using the full departmental budget, the overall cost recovery rate
would be approximately 50%. When factoring in all associated non-departmental costs, that figure
drops to approximately 30%.
Historically, cost recovery performance has been tracked by Service Area and based solely on direct
costs. While useful for internal budgeting and management, this approach has not reflected the full cost
of service delivery or allowed for a consistent evaluation of community benefit, equity, or financial
sustainability across the department.
This report is the first to bridge that gap by adopting principles for long-term financial sustainability. It
uses existing Service Area data to:
• Show current cost recovery performance
• Recommend a shift to Service Categories based on benefit type
• Propose clear, subsidy targets for each category based on community benefit
This shift is about making sure every dollar spent by the department is doing the most good — and that
the public can see and understand how that happens.
The Shift from Service Areas to Service Categories
The Cost Recovery Policy and the adoption of the Community Benefit Methodology were built on the
right foundation: setting fees and cost recovery targets based on the level of community benefit.
However, the policy fell short in one key area — instead of organizing programs into broader service
categories, it assigned targets to individual in-house programs only, leaving out contract classes,
rentals, events, and services offered by other divisions.
To align more closely with the City's Cost Recovery Policy and Community Benefit Methodology, this
report recommends shifting to a Service Category model. Service Categories group programs based
on the type and level of benefit they provide to the community or individual, rather than the division
that manages them.
Why Make the Shift?
• Equity: Ensures that programs are evaluated by purpose and value, not departmental structure.
• Clarity: Makes it easier to explain to the public why certain programs are subsidized more than
others.
• Consistency: Applies the same standards and expectations across all programs in the
Department, regardless of Service Area.
• Strategic Alignment: Supports budgeting and planning based on the City's goals for public
benefit and financial stewardship.
• Industry Alignment: There are many cities throughout the State of California and the country
that utilize a tiered approach to cost recovery based on community benefit. These include the
City of Roseville, City of San Rafael, City of Pleasanton, and the City of Fremont to name
some Northern California Cities. The City of Rohnert Park utilizes this model on a micro scale.
Making this shift would apply the principal of subsidy based on community benefit to the entire
department structure.
o During the COVID-19 pandemic, the City of Napa proposed laying off 39 employees
and dissolving the Parks and Recreation Department according to the Napa Valley
Registrar. Due to community and staff response, this didn’t end up coming to fruition,
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but it did ignite a multi-year effort to evaluate Parks and Recreation Cost Recovery. By
2023, the City of Napa formally adopted a financial sustainability policy including the
introduction of ten service categories.
• Long-term Financial Sustainability: In 2023, Community Services staff attended the
Financial Sustainability for Parks and Recreation Certification Program. This program
emphasized service categories as an effective and efficient model to determine and assign cost
recovery/subsidy based on community benefit.
Recommended Service Categories
Based on a review of the types of programs currently offered across all divisions of the Community
Services Department, the following Service Categories are recommended. These categories group
programs by function and the level of community or individual benefit they provide. It’s important to
note that for the purposes of clarity, examples of current programs that could potentially fit within each
category is provided in the table. However, these do not represent final recommendations. This report
is specifically designed to recommend Service Categories in the broad sense.
RECOMMENDED SERVICES CATEGORIES
Service Category Definitions Potential Example
Programs
Service Areas
Involved
Community
Benefit
Programs
Programs, events, or services offered at
low or no cost that are designed to serve
the entire community. These may include
citywide celebrations, public education
efforts, or activities that build community
connection and civic pride. These offerings
prioritize broad public access and
inclusion, often regardless of age, income,
or background
Memorial Day, RP Jubilee,
Halloween Carnival; I Heart
RP, Fix-It Clinics
Programs and
Events, Animal
Services
Health, Fitness
& Wellness
Programs and services that promote
physical and mental well-being, prevent
chronic disease, support healthy aging, and
reduce health disparity
Lap Swim, General Group
Exercise, Personal Training
Aquatics, Sports
Center, Senior
Center
Youth
Development
Programs that support the social,
emotional, and physical growth of young
people through inclusive, skill-building
experiences. These offerings are non-
competitive, broadly accessible, and
designed to foster confidence, teamwork,
and healthy behavior (regardless of skill
level or ability)
Kids Camp, Recreational
Youth Sports, Beginning Art
Programs and
Events,
Performing Arts
Center, Animal
Services
Lifelong
Learning &
Enrichment
Classes and programs focused on skill
development, hobbies, and cultural or
personal enrichment (e.g., art classes,
Fun After 50, AARP
Seminars, Senior Art
Senior Center,
Programs and
Events,
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Service Category Definitions Potential Example
Programs
Service Areas
Involved
foreign languages, cooking, music, or
special interest clubs)
Classes, Adult Tennis,
Senior Excursions
Performing Arts
Center
Animal Welfare
& Safety
Programs and services that protect animal
health and public safety, including
sheltering, adoptions, licensing, lost-and-
found services, and humane education.
These services support community well-
being and responsible pet ownership
Adoptions, Spay/Neuter
Clinics, Licensing, Animal
Control, Microchipping
Animal Services
Facility Rentals
& Access
Use of City-owned spaces by individuals,
organizations, or businesses for private
events, sports, or gatherings. These
services offer access to public
infrastructure but primarily benefit the user
group
Community Center Rentals,
Specialized Animal Rentals,
Gym & Field Rentals,
Theatre Rentals
Community
Centers, Animal
Services, Sports
Center,
Performing Arts
Specialized
Instructional
Programs
Advanced, skill-specific programs
designed for participants seeking focused
instruction or competitive development.
These offerings often require prior
experience, tryouts, or specialized
equipment, and serve a smaller, more
targeted audience. Examples include
competitive youth sports, advanced arts or
music training, and specialty camps
Fused Glass, Advanced
Sports Classes/Leagues,
Specialized Fitness such as
Belly Dance, Enrichment
Programs, Advanced Swim
Lessons, Theatre Clinics
Aquatics,
Programs and
Events,
Performing Arts
Recreation &
Drop-In Access
Unstructured or low-barrier opportunities
for the public to engage in physical
activity, social interaction, or leisure—such
as open gym, community center use, and
playground access. These services promote
broad inclusion and general well-being
Drop-In Gym, Open Lab,
Coffee Bar, Open Swim
Sports Center,
Senior Center,
Aquatics
Transportation
& Accessibility
Support services that reduce barriers to
participation by helping individuals—
especially seniors, youth, or people with
disabilities—travel to and from programs
or facilities safely and affordably
Sunshine Bus Senior Center
Cultural &
Performing Arts
Programs, events, and performances that
celebrate creativity, heritage, and artistic
expression.
Ticketed Theatre
Productions; Ticketed
Community Events (ie – The
Haunt Brew and Scare Fest)
Performing Arts
Center;
Programs and
Events
Each of the above categories reflects a balance between the City's commitment to equity and its
responsibility to responsibly steward public funds. The next section outlines recommended cost
recovery targets and subsidy levels for each category. These recommendations are informed by staff’s
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assessment of community benefit and shaped by community input gathered through the Parks and
Recreation Master Plan.
At this time, there is not an evaluation of how these recommended subsidy levels would impact the
future costs of the programs and services currently operated by the Community Services Department.
Based on Council’s recommendation at the conclusion of this report, staff will research how these
recommendations would impact fees, etc.
RECOMMENDED COST RECOVERY TARGETS AND SUBSIDY LEVELS
Service Category Target Cost
Recovery
Recommended
City Subsidy Rationale
Community Benefit
Programs 0% 100% subsidy Essential for civic pride, inclusivity, and access;
not intended to generate revenue.
Transportation &
Accessibility 0–25% 75–100% subsidy Supports vulnerable populations and access;
typically funded through public dollars.
Animal Welfare &
Safety 25–50% 50–75% subsidy Public health and safety benefit; partial cost
recovery via fees like licensing or clinics.
Lifelong Learning
& Enrichment 40–70% 30–60% subsidy Mixed benefit—community enrichment with some
individualized value.
Youth
Development 50–75% 25–50% subsidy High public benefit; partially subsidized to ensure
accessibility for all youth.
Recreation &
Drop-In Access 60–80% 20–40% subsidy Balance of individual use with community-
building and informal social engagement.
Health, Fitness &
Wellness 60–90% 10–40% subsidy Preventative health has broad value; typically
carries strong participant benefit.
Cultural &
Performing Arts 60–100% 0–40% subsidy
Public enrichment with ticket value; generally
acceptable to charge near full cost. These services
contribute to community identity, diversity, and
quality of life
Instructional
Programs 70–100% 0–30% subsidy Highly individualized; mostly private gain (e.g.,
skills, certifications).
Facility Rentals &
Access 80–125%+ 0% subsidy or
revenue-generating
Private use of public assets; cost recovery and
beyond is appropriate.
Each cost recovery/subsidy level included a range as the target. This provides flexibility to staff when
determining appropriate subsidy levels and cost recovery targets within each service category. For
example, the City could consider the availability of comparable services within the local community. If
similar services are readily offered by private or nonprofit providers, and are reasonably accessible to
residents, the City may assign a higher cost recovery target to its own programs in order to:
• Prioritize the use of public funds for services with higher community benefit or equity impact
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• Avoid direct competition with the private sector
• Support financial sustainability of publicly funded services
However, the presence of private alternatives does not automatically reduce the public value of a City
service. The City should continue to evaluate:
• Whether the private sector offerings are affordable, inclusive, and geographically accessible
• Whether the City’s program serves target populations who may otherwise be excluded
• The program’s alignment with City goals for community quality of life
This balanced approach ensures that subsidies are used strategically, while maintaining the City’s
commitment to equitable and meaningful community services.
On June 2, 2025, staff presented these recommendations to the Parks and Recreation Commission
(Commission). The Commission supports the proposed service categories and subsidy levels as written
in this report.
If City Council approves the recommendation, staff would begin assigning each program and service
offered by the Community Services Department to its appropriate service category and initiate a
process to calculate the total cost of service delivery. This would include researching the overhead
costs as described in this report:
• Administrative personnel costs
• Facility-related expenses
• Administrative overhead
• Non-departmental expenses
This more detailed cost analysis will help staff better understand how each service category, program,
and individual offering fits with the City's ideal subsidy levels. Once that evaluation is complete, staff
will share the results with the Parks and Recreation Commission and City Council to discuss whether
any changes should be made.
Because it can be difficult to calculate overhead costs, especially for locations like parks, staff does not
expect to complete the entire analysis all at once. Instead, the plan is to start with services and
locations where cost information is easier to access, and bring that data to City Council in phases. In
each phase, staff will recommend service categories that could be adjusted in the short term.
The long-term goal is to update the City's Recreation Program Cost Recovery Policy to include the
new Service Categories and Subsidy Levels. Over time, programs that recover more of their own costs
(and may even generate extra revenue) can help pay for programs that need more public support. This
approach will help the City offer a balanced and fair mix of services for the entire community
OPTIONS CONSIDERED:
Staff Recommended Option: City Council could approve the proposed Service Categories and their
associated cost recovery and subsidy ranges, and direct staff to begin analyzing program and facility
costs. This would start with locations and services where data is readily available, with the goal of
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bringing back phased findings and short-term adjustment recommendations. Over time, this research
would support updates to the City’s Recreation Program Cost Recovery Policy and help ensure a
balanced, equitable, and financially sustainable service model.
Alternative Option: The City Council could direct staff to create different service categories or subsidy
levels. Staff would take the revised categories or subsidy levels and do the same follow-up work as
mentioned in the option above.
Alternative Option: The City Council could direct staff to forgo shifting from Service Areas to Service
Categories and to continue operating under the current Cost Recovery Policy with no changes.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS:
This action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) because it does not
qualify as a “project” pursuant to Public Resource Code Section 21065 and CEQA Guidelines Sections
15320, 15378 and 15061(b)(3), and because it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility the
City’s action would cause either a direct physical change in the environment or a reasonably
foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment.
STRATEGIC PLAN AND COUNCIL GOALS/PRIORITIES ALIGNMENT:
• Financial Sustainability
• Community Quality of Life
FISCAL IMPACT There is no immediate fiscal impact to the General Fund as a result of the
recommended action in this report.
Code Compliance Approval Date: N/A
Department Head Approval Date: 6/9/2025 C. Bagley
Finance Approval Date: N/A
Human Resources Approval Date: N/A
City Attorney Approval Date: N/A
City Manager Approval Date: 6/16/25 M. Piedra
Attachments:
1. Cost Recovery Policy
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
CITY COUNCIL POLICY
SUBJECT/TITLE: POLICY NO: APPROVED BY: APPROVAL DATE:
COMMUNITY SERVICES
RECREATION PROGRAM COST
RECOVERY POLICY
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PURPOSE
The City of Rohnert Park (City) Community Services enhances the City’s high quality of life and
nurtures the health and well-being of our people, our community and our economy.
The purpose of this Community Services Recreation Program Cost Recovery Policy (Policy) is to
establish uniform guidelines and cost recovery levels and goals for in-house recreation programs,
events, activities, goods, and services. Establishing a cost recovery policy will accomplish the
following:
1. Provide a structure to calculate fees for recreation programs.
2. Align community contributions with community benefits.
3. Provide systematic framework for the potential removal of programs not generating the
designated minimum cost recovery for that program.
4. Allow decision makers to decide how General Fund subsidy is allocated.
DEFINITIONS
City: Means the City of Rohnert Park and its departments and events sponsored by the City.
Community Benefit: The positive impacts resulting from a service to a community, i.e. enhanced
property values, public health, social and environmental needs met, and/or improved citizen
quality of life.
Cost: Expenses related to the delivery of recreation programs and activities. See Direct Cost and
Indirect Cost for further information.
Direct Cost: Costs that are directly related to a program or service. Without the program or
service, these costs do not exist. Examples would include part-time staff and materials.
Indirect Cost: Costs not tied to one specific program, service, or facility. These are full-time staff
salaries and benefits associated with facilities where programs are hosted. Assumed rate for
indirect cost is 35% of direct cost.
In-house (program and activities): Recreation programs and activities staffed with part- and full-
time City employees.
POLICY
Community Services offers services that are funded through a combination of user fees, taxes,
grants, and donations. Fees and charges shall be assessed in an equitable manner in accordance
with Table 1. Percentages shall be considered as guidelines; however, special circumstances as
well as the nature and cost of each program should be taken into consideration.
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
CITY COUNCIL POLICY
SUBJECT/TITLE: POLICY NO: APPROVED BY: APPROVAL DATE:
COMMUNITY SERVICES
RECREATION PROGRAM COST
RECOVERY POLICY
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Process
1. Community Services will conduct an annual comprehensive review of cost recovery
targets and levels.
2. Community Services will assess in-house recreation programs and activities to ensure
proper assignment of cost recovery level.
3. New programs will be sorted and assigned a cost recover y level using the Community
Benefit Methodology.
4. The Director of Community Services will set fees to each program based on its cost
recovery level assignment.
5. A Fee Structure/Rate review will be done annually to determine viability of programs.
City of Rohnert Park’s Cost Recovery Model
The City of Rohnert Park will use the Community Benefit Methodology (CBM) to assign cost
recovery targets to in-house programs and activities. This cost recovery model recognizes the
spectrum of beneficiaries of recreation programs and activities ranging from mostly community
benefit to mostly individual benefit. Definitions of levels in the CBM are informed by the City’s
mission, vision, and values, and help determine the level of general fund contribution provided to
each program and activity.
The following model represents all categories of services currently provided, or those which may
be provided in the future by Community Services. The levels are defined by the degree of benefit
to the community, the values of the Rohnert Park community, and the mission of Community
Services. This model and policy forms the basis for setting fees and charges. The definitions for
each level are as follows:
Level I – Mostly Community Benefit
Recreation programs and activities that have a wide community benefit and meet the core
mission and vision of the City by enhancing the overall quality of life for community members.
Participation in these programs and activities is open to all members of the community, with an
emphasis on serving populations in-need. High participation is beneficial to the community, and
thus it is valued over cost recovery.
Level II – Considerable Community Benefit
Programs or activities that fulfill the core mission of Community Services that provide a wide
community benefit. These programs and activities are general, basic and non-specific to any one
recreational activity or are generally accepted as traditional municipal youth programs.
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
CITY COUNCIL POLICY
SUBJECT/TITLE: POLICY NO: APPROVED BY: APPROVAL DATE:
COMMUNITY SERVICES
RECREATION PROGRAM COST
RECOVERY POLICY
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Level III – Individual and Community Benefit
Recreation programs and activities in this level are more interest-specific for individuals. These
programs and activities may be traditional municipal programs or may vary depending on current
recreation trends. Market rate consideration, as well as participation rates, are taken into
consideration when determining the cost recovery for program and activities.
Level IV – Considerable Individual Benefit
These programs and activities have a higher individual focus and may be competitive or highly
specialized programs or activities.
Level V – Mostly Individual Benefit
Recreation programs and activities benefit the individual more than the wider community. These
programs and activities have a higher degree of specialization, and adults are often the primary
beneficiaries. The demand for the program or activity is a factor in fee setting and some
activities may be strictly revenue-oriented.
The Cost Recovery Model will be used to determine the target percentage of cost recovery for
individual in-house recreation programs and activities. The cost recovery percentages increase
from Level 1 to Level 5. The lower number represents the minimum cost recovery for reach
level.
The target cost recovery percentages at each level are listed below:
Table 1: Target Cost Recovery by Level
Levels Target Cost Recovery by Level Type of Cost
Level 1 0-14% Direct Cost
Level 2 15-49% Direct Cost
Level 3 50-79% Direct Cost
Level 4 80-99% Direct + Indirect Cost
Level 5 100% Direct + Indirect Cost
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
CITY COUNCIL POLICY
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COMMUNITY SERVICES
RECREATION PROGRAM COST
RECOVERY POLICY
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Community Services Recreation Program Cost Recovery Model:
Target Cost Recovery by Level
REVISION HISTORY:
AMENDS POLICY ADOPTED ON 2/27/2018 VIA RESOLUTION 2018-025
Mostly Individual Benefit
100%
Considerable Individual Benefit 80-99%
Community/Individual Benefit (Balanced Beneficiaries)
50-79%
Considerable Community Benefit
15-49%
Mostly Community Benefit
0-14%
Annual Cost
Recovery Report
& Financial
Sustainability Phase I
Cindy Bagley, Director of
Community Services
What to Expect
•Background
Service Areas
Cost Recovery Policy
•Analysis
Cost Recovery Report
•The Recommended Shift
Service Areas to Service Categories
•What’s Next
Service Areas
Animal Services
Performing Arts Center
Aquatics
Senior Center
Sports Center
Programs and Events
Community Centers
Recreation Program Cost Recovery
Policy
Established in 2018, the purpose of the
Community Services Recreation Program Cost
Recovery Policy (Policy) is to establish uniform
guidelines and cost recovery levels and goals
for in-house recreation programs, events,
activities, goods, and services
What does the
Cost Recovery
Policy
Accomplish?
Provide a structure to calculate fees for recreation programs.
Align community contributions with community benefits.
Provide systematic framework for the potential removal of programs not generating the designated minimum cost recovery for that program.
Allow decision makers to decide how General Fund subsidy is allocated.
Community Benefit Methodology
(CBM)
Designed to help guide how public dollars are
allocated across different types of services.
LEVEL I – Mostly
Community
Benefit
Recreation programs and activities that have
a wide community benefit and meet the core
mission and vision of the City by enhancing
the overall quality of life for community
members. Participation in these programs
and activities is open to all members of the
community, with an emphasis on serving
populations in-need. High participation is
beneficial to the community, and thus it is
valued over cost recovery.
LEVEL 2 –
Considerable
Community Benefit
Programs or activities that fulfill the
core mission of Community
Services that provide a wide
community benefit. These
programs and activities are
general, basic and non-specific to
any one recreational activity or are
generally accepted as traditional
municipal youth programs.
LEVEL 3 – Balance
Individual and
Community Benefit
Recreation programs and activities in
this level are more interest-specific for
individuals. These programs and
activities may be traditional municipal
programs or may vary depending on
current recreation trends. Market rate
consideration, as well as participation
rates, are taken into consideration
when determining the cost recovery
for program and activities.
LEVEL 4 –
Considerable
Individual Benefit
These programs and activities
have a higher individual focus
and may be competitive or
highly specialized programs or
activities.
LEVEL 5 – Mostly
Individual Benefit
Recreation programs and activities
benefit the individual more than the
wider community. These programs
and activities have a higher degree of
specialization, and adults are often the
primary beneficiaries. The demand for
the program or activity is a factor in
fee setting and some activities may be
strictly revenue-oriented.
CBM Cost Recovery Levels
Levels
Target Minimum
Cost Recovery by
Level
Type of
Cost
Community
Investment
Level 1 – Mostly
Community Benefit
0-14%Direct Cost 86-100%
Level 2 –
Considerable
Community Benefit
15-49%Direct Cost 51-85%
Level 3 – Individual
and Community
Benefit
50-79%Direct Cost 21-50%
Level 4 –
Considerable
Individual Benefit
80-99%Direct +
Indirect
Cost
1-20%
Level 5 – Mostly
Individual Benefit
100%Direct +
Indirect
Cost
0%
•The policy defines direct and
indirect costs as follows:
•Direct Cost: Costs that are directly
related to a program or service.
Without the program or service,
these costs do not exist. Examples
would include part-time staff and
materials needed by the program
being evaluated.
•Indirect Cost: Costs not tied to one
specific program, service, or facility.
These are full-time staff salaries and
benefits associated with facilities
where programs are hosted.
Assumed rate for indirect cost is
35% of direct cost.
Cost Recovery Table
Division / Service Area Total Revenue Total Factored Costs Cost Recovery %
(Actual)City Subsidy ($)City Subsidy (%)
Community Services
Department (Total)$2,410,248.22 $2,556,221.02 94%$145,972.80 6%
Animal Shelter Division*$207,862.40 $406,039.83 51%$198,177.43 49%
Performing Arts
Division*$544,151.00 $708,057.45 77%$163,906.45 23%
Recreation Division $1,658,234.82 $1,442,123.75 115%($216,111.07)-15%
Aquatics $183,970.29 $269,253.05 68%$85,282.76 32%
Senior Center $11,747.46 $14,279.25 82%$2,531.79 18%
Sports Center $523,214.88 $356,109.00 147%($167,105.88)-47%
In -House Programs**$133,949.65 $149,044.34 90%$15,094.69 10%
Contract Instructors**$431,358.12 $418,097.50 103%($13,260.62)-3%
Community Events**$13,890.68 $129,520.73 11%$115,630.05 89%
Rentals $360,103.74 $105,819.87 340%($254,283.87)-240%
Cost Recovery % by Division
Target vs Actual Cost Recovery
Each program and service within the various
service areas were assigned a CBM level, some
by policy and others by staff as part of this
reporting exercise. The chart below compares
the average cost recovery target for each
service area to the actual cost recovery.
Content
What’s Not Included
Administrative
•Director, Managers,
Supervisors, Analyst
•Administrative Assistant
(Full -Time and Part-Time)
•Bank Fees, Software
Programs, Recreation
Guide, Office Supplies,
and Some Marketing
Facilities Overhead
•Utilities
•Maintenance Personnel
•Maintenance Supply
•Capital Repairs/Projects
•Deferred Maintenace
Non-Departmental
•Liability Insurance
•Fleet Charges
•IT Support
•Cost Allocation Plan
The Shift: Service Areas
to Service Categories
Historically, cost recovery performance has been tracked by Service Area and based solely on direct costs.
While useful for internal budgeting and management, this approach has not reflected the full cost of service
delivery or allowed for a consistent evaluation of community benefit, equity, or financial sustainability across
the department.
Service Areas to Service Categories
This report is the first to bridge that gap by adopting
principles for long-term financial sustainability. It
uses existing Service Area data to:
Show current cost recovery performance
Recommend a shift to Service Categories based on benefit type
Propose clear, subsidy targets for each category based on
community benefit
This shift is about making sure every dollar spent by the department is doing the most good — and that
the public can see and understand how that happens.
What Does This
Mean?
The current Cost Recovery Policy and the
adoption the Community Benefit Methodology
were built on the right foundation, but was only
applied to in-house recreation programs.
This shift will provide a model to apply the
same principles to all the programs and services
offered in the Community Services Department
Why Make the
Shift?
•Equity
•Clarity
•Consistency
•Strategic Alignment
•Industry Alignment
•Long-Term Financial Sustainability
Service Category
Recommendations?
•Based on a staff review of the types of
programs currently offered across all divisions
of the Community Services Department, the
following Service Categories are recommended.
These categories group programs by function
and the level of community or individual
benefit they provide
Recommended Service Categories
Service
Category
Definitions Potential Example Programs Service Areas Involved
Community Benefit
Programs
Programs, events, or services offered at low or no cost
that are designed to serve the entire community. These
may include citywide celebrations, public education
efforts, or activities that build community connection and
civic pride. These offerings prioritize broad public access
and inclusion, often regardless of age, income, or
background
Memorial Day, RP Jubilee, Halloween Carnival; I
Heart RP, Fix-It Clinics
Programs and Events, Animal
Services
Health, Fitness &
Wellness
Programs and services that promote physical and mental
well-being, prevent chronic disease, support healthy
aging, and reduce health disparity
Lap Swim, General Group Exercise, Personal
Training
Aquatics, Sports Center, Senior
Center
Youth Development
Programs that support the social, emotional, and physical
growth of young people through inclusive, skill-building
experiences. These offerings are non-competitive,
broadly accessible, and designed to foster confidence,
teamwork, and healthy behavior (regardless of skill level
or ability)
Kids Camp, Recreational Youth Sports, Beginning
Art
Programs and Events, Performing
Arts Center, Animal Services
Lifelong Learning &
Enrichment
Classes and programs focused on skill development,
hobbies, and cultural or personal enrichment (e.g., art
classes, foreign languages, cooking, music, or special
interest clubs)
Fun After 50, AARP Seminars, Senior Art Classes,
Adult Tennis, Senior Excursions
Senior Center, Programs and
Events, Performing Arts Center
Animal Welfare & Safety
Programs and services that protect animal health and
public safety, including sheltering, adoptions, licensing,
lost-and-found services, and humane education. These
services support community well-being and responsible
pet ownership
Adoptions, Spay/Neuter Clinics, Licensing, Animal
Control, Microchipping Animal Services
Recommended Service Categories
Service
Category
Definitions Potential Example Programs Service Areas Involved
Facility Rentals &
Access
Use of City-owned spaces by individuals,
organizations, or businesses for private events,
sports, or gatherings. These services offer access to
public infrastructure but primarily benefit the user
group
Community Center Rentals, Specialized
Animal Rentals, Gym & Field Rentals, Theatre
Rentals
Community Centers, Animal
Services, Sports Center,
Performing Arts
Specialized
Instructional
Programs
Advanced, skill-specific programs designed for
participants seeking focused instruction or
competitive development. These offerings often
require prior experience, tryouts, or specialized
equipment, and serve a smaller, more targeted
audience. Examples include competitive youth
sports, advanced arts or music training, and
specialty camps
Fused Glass, Advanced Sports
Classes/Leagues, Specialized Fitness such as
Belly Dance, Enrichment Programs, Advanced
Swim Lessons, Theatre Clinics
Aquatics, Programs and Events,
Performing Arts
Recreation & Drop-In
Access
Unstructured or low-barrier opportunities for the
public to engage in physical activity, social
interaction, or leisure—such as open gym,
community center use, and playground access.
These services promote broad inclusion and
general well-being
Drop-In Gym, Open Lab, Coffee Bar, Open
Swim
Sports Center, Senior Center,
Aquatics
Transportation &
Accessibility
Support services that reduce barriers to
participation by helping individuals—especially
seniors, youth, or people with disabilities—travel to
and from programs or facilities safely and affordably
Sunshine Bus Senior Center
Cultural & Performing
Arts
Programs, events, and performances that celebrate
creativity, heritage, and artistic expression.
Ticketed Theatre Productions; Ticketed
Community Events (ie – The Haunt Brew and
Scare Fest)
Performing Arts Center;
Programs and Events
Recommended Cost Recovery & Subsidy
Levels
Service Category Target Cost Recovery Recommended City Subsidy Rationale
Community Benefit Programs 0%100% subsidy Essential for civic pride, inclusivity, and access; not
intended to generate revenue.
Transportation & Accessibility 0–25%75–100% subsidy Supports vulnerable populations and access; typically
funded through public dollars.
Animal Welfare & Safety 25–50%50–75% subsidy Public health and safety benefit; partial cost recovery
via fees like licensing or clinics.
Lifelong Learning & Enrichment 40–70%30–60% subsidy Mixed benefit—community enrichment with some
individualized value.
Youth Development 50–75%25–50% subsidy High public benefit; partially subsidized to ensure
accessibility for all youth.
Recreation & Drop-In Access 60–80%20–40% subsidy Balance of individual use with community-building and
informal social engagement.
Health, Fitness & Wellness 60–90%10–40% subsidy Preventative health has broad value; typically carries
strong participant benefit.
Cultural & Performing Arts 60–100%0–40% subsidy
Public enrichment with ticket value; generally
acceptable to charge near full cost. These services
contribute to community identity, diversity, and quality
of life
Instructional Programs 70–100%0–30% subsidy Highly individualized; mostly private gain (e.g., skills,
certifications).
Facility Rentals & Access 80–125%+0% subsidy or revenue-generating Private use of public assets; cost recovery and beyond
is appropriate.
A Guide to Setting Cost Recovery &
Subsidy
•When determining appropriate subsidy levels and cost recovery targets,
the City may consider the availability of comparable services within the
local community. If similar services are readily offered by private or
nonprofit providers, and are reasonably accessible to residents, the City
may assign a higher cost recovery target to its own programs in order to:
•Prioritize the use of public funds for services with higher community
benefit or equity impact
•Avoid direct competition with the private sector
•Support financial sustainability of publicly funded services
A Guide to Setting Cost Recovery &
Subsidy
However, the presence of private alternatives
does not automatically reduce the public value
of a City service. The City should continue to
evaluate:
Whether the private sector offerings are
affordable, inclusive, and
geographically accessible
Whether the City’s program serves
target populations who may otherwise
be excluded
The program’s alignment with City
goals for community quality of life
Next Steps
Based on Council Direction
•STEP 1: Begin Assigning Programs to new
Service Categories
•STEP 2: Begin evaluating total costs
•Administrative Personnel
•Facility-Related
•Administrative Overhead
•Non-Departmental
•STEP 3: Determine how all programs are
cost recovering in comparison to
recommended level
•STEP 4: Take information back to
Commission and then Council
Estimated Timeline
•Phased Evaluation (1-6 months): Staff will
begin with categories and locations with
readily available cost data
•Incremental Recommendations (6-18
months): Findings will be presented to Parks
and Rec Commission and Council in phases,
with short-term adjustment suggestions
•Long-Term Goal (1-2 years): Update the
City’s Program Cost Recovery Policy to
Include Service Categories and Subsidy
Levels. (Over time, revenue-generating
programs can help subsidize those
requiring more public support
Options to
Consider
•The City Council could agree
with the finding and
recommendations of this report
and direct staff to begin the next
steps as presented tonight.
•The City Council could make
suggested edits to service
categories and/or subsidy levels
•The City Council could direct
staff to forgo the
recommendations and continue
operating status quo.
Thank you
Total Revenue Total Factored Costs Cost Recovery % Actual City Subsidy in $City Subsidy in %
Community Services Department 2,410,248.22$ 2,556,221.02$ 94%145,972.80$ 6%
Animal Shelter Division 207,862.40$ 406,039.83$ 51%198,177.43$ 49%
Performing Arts Division 544,151.00$ 708,057.45$ 77%163,906.45$ 23%
Recreation Division 1,658,234.82$ 1,442,123.75$ 115%(216,111.07)$ -15%
Aquatics 183,970.29$ 269,253.05$ 68%85,282.76$ 32%
Senior Center 11,747.46$ 14,279.25$ 82%2,531.79$ 18%
Sports Center 523,214.88$ 356,109.00$ 147%(167,105.88)$ -47%
In-House Programs 133,949.65$ 149,044.34$ 90%15,094.69$ 10%
Contract Instructors 431,358.12$ 418,097.50$ 103%(13,260.62)$ -3%
Community Events 13,890.68$ 129,520.73$ 11%115,630.05$ 89%
Rentals 360,103.74$ 105,819.87$ 340%(254,283.87)$ -240%
Overall Department Program Cost Recovery
Current Service
Areas Programs Direct Cost
Overhead
Cost Total Cost Revenue Cost Recovery Category
Cost Recovery
Target
Cost Reovery Percentage
Actual
City Subsidy in
$$
City Subsidy
in %Funding Source Items Included in Direct Cost (staff, supplies,etc…)Items Included in Revenue
Animal Services Fee Based
Sheltering/Redemptions 174,600.23$ -$ 174,600.23$ 76,914.79$ Mostly Community Benefit 0%44%97,685.44$ 56%Fees PT Staffing (% of the whole)Other Income, Redemption/Sheltering/Boarding, State Fees, cotati
FIX IT CLINIC 27,128.66$ 9,495.03$ 36,623.69$ 23,639.79$ Mostly Individual Benefit 100%65%12,983.90$ 35%FIx It Clinic Fund Direct costs are Vet labor and budgeted supplies State Fees, $2 / license fee, Fix It Clinic Fees, donations
Adoptions 115,761.71$ 40,516.60$ 156,278.31$ 62,093.47$ Considerable Individual Benefit 80%40%94,184.84$ 60%Fees PT Staffing (% of the whole)Training Fee, Adoption Fees
Specialized Rentals -$ -$ -$ 3,000.00$ Considerable Individual Benefit 80%#DIV/0!(3,000.00)$ #DIV/0!Save a Bunny Rental fees
Licensing 4,011.11$ 1,403.89$ 5,415.00$ 21,609.94$ Considerable Individual Benefit 80%399%(16,194.94)$ -299%Fees Docupet fees 3048 Cotati Licences?
Youth Camps $4,963.44 1,737.20$ 6,700.64$ 6,440.00$ Considerable Individual Benefit 80%96%260.64$ 4%ASL Staffing and Supplies, wrap up lunch Camp fees
Emergency Services -$ -$ Mostly Community Benefit 0%#DIV/0!-$ #DIV/0!
Private Cremations 14,164.41$ 4,957.54$ 19,121.95$ 14,164.41$ Mostly Individual Benefit 100%74%4,957.54$ 26%Fees
Non-Fee Based
Foster Program 900.00$ -$ 900.00$ -$ Considerable Community Benefit 15%0%900.00$ 100%ASL, General fund Kitten formula, bottles, heating pads for Neonates.Donations
Volunteer Programs 1,200.00$ -$ 1,200.00$ -$ Mostly Community Benefit 0%0%1,200.00$ 100%Volunteer Appreciation Party
Wellness Clinic -$ -$ Mostly Community Benefit 0%#DIV/0!-$ #DIV/0!
Through ASL Microchipping 5,200.00$ -$ 5,200.00$ Balanced Individual & Community 50%0%5,200.00$ 100%ASL Staff and microchips ASL
Totals 406,039.83$ 207,862.40$ 49%
Cost Recover Cateogries Mostly Community Benefit
Considerable Community Benefit
Balanced Individual & Community Benefit
Considerable Individual Benefit
Mostly Individual Benefit
Current Service Areas Programs Direct Cost Overhead Cost Total Cost Revenue Cost Recovery Category Cost Recovery Target Cost Reovery Percentage Actual City Subsidy in $$City Subsidy in %
Performing Arts Center Fee Based
Ticketed Productions 373,629.00$ 130,770.15$ 504,399.15$ 296,942.00$ Considerable Individual Benefit 80%59%207,457.15$ 41%
Rentals 71,047.00$ 24,866.45$ 95,913.45$ 144,887.00$ Considerable Individual Benefit 80%151%(48,973.55)$ -51%
Youth Camps 70,201.00$ 24,570.35$ 94,771.35$ 94,199.00$ Mostly Individual Benefit 100%99%572.35$ 1%
Special Events 9,610.00$ 3,363.50$ 12,973.50$ 8,123.00$ Considerable Individual Benefit 80%63%4,850.50$ 37%
Totals 708,057.45$ 544,151.00$ 85%
Cost Recover Cateogries Mostly Community Benefit
Considerable Community Benefit
Balanced Individual & Community Benefit
Considerable Individual Benefit
Mostly Individual Benefit
Current
Service Areas Programs Direct Cost Overhead Cost Total Cost Revenue Cost Recovery Category
Cost Recovery
Target
Cost Reovery Percentage
Actual
City Subsidy in
$$
City Subsidy
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Aquatics
Group Swim Lessons 67,548.00$ -$ 67,548.00$ 83,039.48$ Balanced Individual & Community Benefit 50%123%(15,491.48)$ -23%Swim Instructors, Lifeguards, Supplies, 1 pool manager
Private Swim Lessons 9,842.00$ 3,444.70$ 13,286.70$ 13,614.00$ Mostly Individual Benefit 100%102%(327.30)$ -2%Swim Instructors, Lifeguards, Supplies
Swim Endurance and Techn 888.00$ 310.80$ 1,198.80$ 1,056.00$ Mostly Individual Benefit 100%88%142.80$ 12%Swim Instructors, Lifeguards, Supplies
Lap Swim 108,846.25$ -$ 108,846.25$ 23,768.44$ Balanced Individual & Community Benefit 50%22%85,077.81$ 78%Lifeguards
Lifeguard Training - In house 6,748.00$ -$ 6,748.00$ -$ Mostly Community Benefit 0%0%6,748.00$ 100%Includes instructor time (68 hours), masks, and certifcation cost
Lifeguard Training - General 1,395.00$ -$ 1,395.00$ 1,430.00$ Balanced Individual & Community Benefit 50%103%(35.00)$ -3%
Recreation Swim 56,610.00$ -$ 56,610.00$ 41,274.37$ Mostly Community Benefit 0%73%15,335.63$ 27%Lifeguards
Pumpkin Splash 759.00$ -$ 759.00$ 1,155.00$ Mostly Community Benefit 0%152%(396.00)$ -52%
Junior Guards 165.00$ -$ 165.00$ 207.00$ Considerable Community Benefit 15%125%(42.00)$ -25%Lifeguards
Rentals 10,674.00$ -$ 10,674.00$ 11,253.00$ Balanced Individual & Community Benefit 50%105%(579.00)$ -5%
Concessions 1,498.00$ 524.30$ 2,022.30$ 7,173.00$ Mostly Individual Benefit 100%355%(5,150.70)$ -255%Cost of good sold, pool manager goods pickup
Total 269,253.05$ 183,970.29$ 47%85,282.76$
Cost Recover Cateogries Mostly Community Benefit
Considerable Community Benefit
Balanced Individual & Community Benefit
Considerable Individual Benefit
Mostly Individual Benefit
Current
Service Areas Programs Direct Cost Overhead Cost Total Cost Revenue Cost Recovery Category
Cost
Recovery
Target
Cost Reovery
Percentage Actual
City Subsidy
in $$
City
Subsidy in
%Items Included in Direct Cost (staff, supplies,etc…)
Senior Center
Sunshine Bus 1,793.50$ -$ 1,793.50$ 387.00$ Mostly Community Benefit 0%22%1,406.50$ 78%Fuel
Excursions 3,683.64$ 1,289.27$ 4,972.91$ 4,833.00$ Mostly Individual Benefit 100%97%139.91$ 3%Admissions, Contracted Transportation, Lunches
Special Events 2,578.36$ -$ 2,578.36$ 541.00$ Mostly Community Benefit 0%21%2,037.36$ 79%Supplies
Fun After 50 266.00$ -$ 266.00$ 2,421.00$ Balanced Individual & Community Benefit 50%910%(2,155.00)$ -810%Staffing
Senior Prom 795.58$ -$ 795.58$ 629.00$ Balanced Individual & Community Benefit 50%79%166.58$ 21%Supplies
AARP -$ -$ -$ -$ Mostly Community Benefit 0%#DIV/0!-$ #DIV/0!Staffing (Set-Up & Clean-Up)
SRJC Enrichmen -$ -$ -$ -$ Mostly Community Benefit 0%#DIV/0!-$ #DIV/0!N/A
Council on Agin 3,019.20$ -$ 3,019.20$ 2,400.00$ Mostly Community Benefit 0%79%619.20$ 21%Kitchen Sanitizer Maintenance (251.60/month)
Educational Sem -$ -$ -$ -$ Mostly Community Benefit 0%#DIV/0!-$ #DIV/0!Staffing (Set-Up & Clean-Up)????
Coffee Bar 314.04$ -$ 314.04$ 62.25$ Balanced Individual & Community Benefit 50%20%251.79$ 80%Supplies
Computer Lab 511.66$ -$ 511.66$ 474.21$ Mostly Community Benefit 0%93%37.45$ 7%Supplies (ink and paper)
Drop-In Activitie 28.00$ -$ 28.00$ -$ Mostly Community Benefit 0%0%28.00$ 100%Supplies
Total 14,279.25$ 11,747.46$ 21%
Cost Recover Cateogries Mostly Community Benefit
Considerable Community Benefit
Balanced Individual & Community Benefit
Considerable Individual Benefit
Mostly Individual Benefit
Current Service Areas Programs Direct Cost Overhead Cost Total Cost Revenue
Cost Recovery
Category
Cost Recovery
Target
Cost Reovery Percentage
Actual
City Subsidy in
$$
City Subsidy
in %Items Included in Direct Cost (staff, supplies,etc…)
Sports Center Fee Based
Membership 168,380.46$ 58,933.16$ 227,313.62$ 379,868.38$ Mostly Individual Benefit 100%167%(152,554.76)$ -67%Part Time Staff (% of the whole), FT Membership Coord (% of the whole)
Drop-in Activities 20,940.49$ 7,329.17$ 28,269.66$ 47,242.00$ Mostly Individual Benefit 100%167%(18,972.34)$ -67%Part Time Staff (% of the whole), FT Membership Coord (% of the whole)
Rentals 8,720.03$ 3,052.01$ 11,772.04$ 19,672.50$ Mostly Individual Benefit 100%167%(7,900.46)$ -67%Part Time Staff (% of the whole), FT Membership Coord (% of the whole)
Concessions 16,819.24$ 5,886.73$ 22,705.97$ 16,355.00$ Mostly Individual Benefit 100%72%6,350.97$ 28%Part Time Staff (% of the whole), Cost of good sold, FT Membership Coord (% of the whole)
Child Care 8,280.00$ -$ 8,280.00$ 258.00$ Balanced Individual & Co 50%3%8,022.00$ 97%Staffing
Project Grad 444.00$ -$ 444.00$ 7,072.00$ Mostly Community Benef 0%1593%(6,628.00)$ -1493%Contract Janitorial
Racquetball 810.00$ 283.50$ 1,093.50$ 682.00$ Considerable Individual B 80%62%411.50$ 38%Staffing
Personal Training 41,652.00$ 14,578.20$ 56,230.20$ 52,065.00$ Mostly Individual Benefit 100%93%4,165.20$ 7%Contract Personal Training
Total 356,109.00$ 523,214.88$ 79%
Cost Recover Cateogries Mostly Community Benefit
Considerable Community Benefit
Balanced Individual & Community Benefit
Considerable Individual Benefit
Mostly Individual Benefit
Current Service Areas Programs Direct Cost Overhead Cost Total Cost Revenue Cost Recovery Category
Cost Recovery
Target
Cost Reovery Percentage
Actual
City Subsidy in
$$
City Subsidy
in %Items Included in Direct Cost (staff, supplies,etc…)
In House Programs Fee Based
Adult Sports 30,300.72$ 10,605.25$ 40,905.97$ 41,199.00$ Mostly Individual Benefit 100%101%(293.03)$ -1%Supplies, Part Time Staff, Contract Officials
Kids Summer Camp 58,815.06$ 20,585.27$ 79,400.33$ 67,127.65$ Considerable Individual Benefit 80%85%12,272.68$ 15%Supplies, Part Time Staff
Preschool Summer Ca 3,420.00$ 1,197.00$ 4,617.00$ 4,189.00$ Considerable Individual Benefit 80%91%428.00$ 9%Supplies, Part Time Staff
Teen Camp 15,231.97$ 5,331.19$ 20,563.16$ 20,419.00$ Considerable Individual Benefit 80%99%144.16$ 1%Supplies, Part Time Staff, Trip Expenses
Fright Fest Adventure 1,625.28$ 407.85$ 2,033.13$ 1,015.00$ Considerable Individual Benefit 15%50%1,018.13$ 50%Part Time Staff, Trip Expenses, 35% overhead for vehicles/fuel/etc.
Junior Giants 1,524.75$ -$ 1,524.75$ -$ Mostly Community Benefit 0%0%1,524.75$ 100%Part Time Staff
Total 149,044.34$ 133,949.65$ 59%
Cost Recover Cateogries Mostly Community Benefit
Considerable Community Benefit
Balanced Individual & Community Benefit
Considerable Individual Benefit
Mostly Individual Benefit
Current Service
Areas Programs Direct Cost Overhead Cost Total Cost Revenue Cost Recovery Category
Cost Recovery
Target
Cost Reovery Percentage
Actual
City Subsidy in
$$
City Subsidy
in %Items Included in Direct Cost (staff, supplies,etc…)
Contract Instructor Programs
Acrylic Painting $1,361.83 476.64$ 1,838.47$ $1,821.00 Mostly Individual Benefit 100%99%17.47$ 1%Contract Cost, Facility Attendant
Adult Tennis $4,685.60 1,639.96$ 6,325.56$ $5,857.00 Mostly Individual Benefit 100%93%468.56$ 7%Contract Cost
Art Explorer Camp $538.45 188.46$ 726.91$ $720.00 Considerable Individual Benefit 80%99%6.91$ 1%Contract Cost, Facility Attendant
Babysitter Training $1,014.83 355.19$ 1,370.02$ $1,357.00 Considerable Individual Benefit 80%99%13.02$ 1%Contract Cost, Facility Attendant
Ballet $10,031.01 3,510.85$ 13,541.86$ $13,413.20 Considerable Individual Benefit 80%99%128.66$ 1%Contract Cost, Facility Attendant
Basic Gymnastics $28,282.43 9,898.85$ 38,181.28$ $37,818.50 Considerable Individual Benefit 80%99%362.78$ 1%Contract Cost, Facility Attendant
Belly Dance $8,574.81 3,001.18$ 11,575.99$ $11,466.00 Mostly Individual Benefit 100%99%109.99$ 1%Contract Cost, Facility Attendant
Dancercise $36,998.20 12,949.37$ 49,947.57$ $49,473.00 Considerable Individual Benefit 80%99%474.57$ 1%Contract Cost, Facility Attendant
Fencing Camp $3,177.60 1,112.16$ 4,289.76$ $4,249.00 Considerable Individual Benefit 80%99%40.76$ 1%Contract Cost, Facility Attendant
Flix Camps $4,576.07 1,601.62$ 6,177.69$ $6,119.00 Considerable Individual Benefit 80%99%58.69$ 1%Contract Cost, Facility Attendant
Functional Fitness $1,317.71 461.20$ 1,778.91$ $1,762.00 Considerable Individual Benefit 80%99%16.91$ 1%Contract Cost, Facility Attendant
Fused Glass $13,280.76 4,648.27$ 17,929.03$ $17,758.67 Mostly Individual Benefit 100%99%170.36$ 1%Contract Cost, Facility Attendant
How to Learn $1,281.81 -$ 1,281.81$ $1,714.00 Considerable Community Benefit 15%134%(432.19)$ -34%Contract Cost, Facility Attendant
Jewlery Camp $643.90 225.37$ 869.27$ $861.00 Considerable Individual Benefit 80%99%8.26$ 1%Contract Cost, Facility Attendant
Jewlery Classes $435.25 152.34$ 587.59$ $582.00 Mostly Individual Benefit 100%99%5.59$ 1%Contract Cost, Facility Attendant
Lego Camp $1,735.00 607.25$ 2,342.25$ $2,320.00 Considerable Individual Benefit 80%99%22.25$ 1%Contract Cost, Facility Attendant
Line Dance $7,425.37 2,598.88$ 10,024.25$ $9,929.00 Considerable Individual Benefit 80%99%95.25$ 1%Contract Cost, Facility Attendant
National Academy of Athle $41,866.97 14,653.44$ 56,520.41$ $62,632.00 Considerable Individual Benefit 80%111%(6,111.59)$ -11%Contract Cost
Pickleball $14,181.00 4,963.35$ 19,144.35$ $17,726.25 Mostly Individual Benefit 100%93%1,418.10$ 7%Contract Cost
Portuguese Football Acade $7,957.30 2,785.06$ 10,742.36$ $12,242.00 Considerable Individual Benefit 80%114%(1,499.65)$ -14%Contract Cost
QiGong $1,969.64 689.37$ 2,659.01$ $2,633.75 Considerable Individual Benefit 80%99%25.26$ 1%Contract Cost, Facility Attendant
Summer Tot Time $1,103.05 386.07$ 1,489.12$ $1,697.00 Considerable Individual Benefit 80%114%(207.88)$ -14%Contract Cost
Tai Chi $2,328.79 815.08$ 3,143.87$ $3,114.00 Considerable Individual Benefit 80%99%29.87$ 1%Contract Cost, Facility Attendant
Tot Time $54,325.05 19,013.77$ 73,338.82$ $83,577.00 Considerable Individual Benefit 80%114%(10,238.18)$ -14%Contract Cost
Virtual Spanish Class $1,554.80 -$ 1,554.80$ $2,392.00 Balanced Individual & Community Benefit 50%154%(837.20)$ -54%Contract Cost
Voice Over $625.20 218.82$ 844.02$ $836.00 Mostly Individual Benefit 100%99%8.02$ 1%Contract Cost, Facility Attendant
War on Sags and Bulges $2,475.93 866.58$ 3,342.51$ $3,310.75 Considerable Individual Benefit 80%99%31.76$ 1%Contract Cost, Facility Attendant
Warrior Combat $1,025.30 358.86$ 1,384.16$ $1,371.00 Considerable Individual Benefit 80%99%13.16$ 1%Contract Cost, Facility Attendant
Warrior Rhythm $12,750.03 4,462.51$ 17,212.54$ $17,049.00 Considerable Individual Benefit 80%99%163.54$ 1%Contract Cost, Facility Attendant
Watercolor $4,250.38 1,487.63$ 5,738.01$ $5,683.50 Mostly Individual Benefit 100%99%54.51$ 1%Contract Cost, Facility Attendant
Yoga $15,991.20 5,596.92$ 21,588.12$ $21,383.00 Considerable Individual Benefit 80%99%205.12$ 1%Contract Cost, Facility Attendant
Youth Tennis $20,945.60 7,330.96$ 28,276.56$ $26,182.00 Considerable Individual Benefit 80%93%2,094.56$ 7%Contract Cost
Zumba $1,726.40 604.24$ 2,330.64$ $2,308.50 Considerable Individual Benefit 80%99%22.14$ 1%Contract Cost, Facility Attendant
Total 418,097.50$ 431,358.12$ 82%
Cost Recover Cateogries Mostly Community Benefit
Considerable Community Benefit
Balanced Individual & Community Benefit
Considerable Individual Benefit
Mostly Individual Benefit
Current Service
Areas Programs Direct Cost
Overhead
Cost Total Cost Revenue Cost Recovery Category
Cost Recovery
Target
Cost Reovery Percentage
Actual
City Subsidy
in $$
City Subsidy
in %Items Included in Direct Cost (staff, supplies,etc…)
Community Events
I Heart RP 1,161.00$ -$ 1,161.00$ -$ Mostly Community Benefit 0%0%1,161.00$ 100%PT Staff, Supplies
Volunteer Recoginition 4,572.52$ -$ 4,572.52$ -$ Considerable Community Benefit 15%0%4,572.52$ 100%PT Staff, Supplies
Memorial Day 309.00$ -$ 309.00$ -$ Mostly Community Benefit 0%0%309.00$ 100%PT Staff, Supplies
Summer Kick-Off Expo 4,322.00$ -$ 4,322.00$ 150.00$ Mostly Community Benefit 0%3%4,172.00$ 97%PT Staff, Supplies, Entertainment, Activities
Juneteenth 5,342.38$ -$ 5,342.38$ -$ Mostly Community Benefit 0%0%5,342.38$ 100%PT Staff, Supplies, Food
Party on the Plaza 23,715.23$ -$ 23,715.23$ -$ Mostly Community Benefit 0%0%23,715.23$ 100%PT Staff, Supplies, Bands, Canopy, Sound
RP Jubilee 50,794.77$ -$ 50,794.77$ 900.00$ Mostly Community Benefit 0%2%49,894.77$ 98%PT Staff, Supplies, Band, Sound, Entertainment, Activities
Halloween Carnival 12,545.00$ -$ 12,545.00$ 850.00$ Mostly Community Benefit 0%7%11,695.00$ 93%PT Staff, Supplies, Entertainment, Activities
The Haunt 12,822.79$ 4,487.98$ 17,310.77$ 157.68$ Considerable Individual Benefit 80%1%17,153.09$ 99%PT Staff, Supplies, Band, Sound, Entertainment, Activities
Veteran's Day 662.50$ -$ 662.50$ -$ Mostly Community Benefit 0%0%662.50$ 100%PT Staff, Supplies, Food
Arts and Crafts Faire 2,120.13$ 742.05$ 2,862.18$ 11,583.00$ Considerable Individual Benefit 80%405%(8,720.82)$ -305%PT Staff, Supplies, Food for Vendors, Health Permit
Holiday Lights + Rec the Halls 5,923.39$ -$ 5,923.39$ 250.00$ Mostly Community Benefit 0%4%5,673.39$ 96%PT Staff, Supplies, Activities, Stage, Sound
Total 129,520.73$ 13,890.68$ 15%
Cost Recover Cateogries Mostly Community Benefit
Considerable Community Benefit
Balanced Individual & Community Benefit
Considerable Individual Benefit
Mostly Individual Benefit
Current
Service Areas Programs Direct Cost Overhead Cost Total Cost Revenue Cost Recovery Category
Cost Recovery
Target
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Actual
City Subsidy in
$$
City Subsidy
in %Items Included in Direct Cost (staff, supplies,etc…)
Facility/Field Rentals
Community Center 42,426.97$ 14,849.44$ 57,276.41$ 139,410.08$ Mostly Individual Benefit 100%243%(82,133.67)$ -143%Facility Attendants (% of whole), Party Clean Ups
Burton 21,639.28$ 7,573.75$ 29,213.03$ 60,895.06$ Mostly Individual Benefit 100%208%(31,682.03)$ -108%Facility Attendants (% of whole), Party Clean Ups
Senior Center 9,947.09$ 3,481.48$ 13,428.57$ 31,508.32$ Mostly Individual Benefit 100%235%(18,079.75)$ -135%Facility Attendants (% of whole), Party Clean Ups
Gold Ridge -$ -$ -$ 8,614.03$ Considerable Individual Benefit 80%#DIV/0!(8,614.03)$ #DIV/0!
Ladybug -$ -$ -$ 10,225.00$ Balanced Individual & Community Benefit 50%#DIV/0!(10,225.00)$ #DIV/0!
Sports Fields - All Weather -$ -$ -$ 46,945.61$ Considerable Individual Benefit 80%#DIV/0!(46,945.61)$ #DIV/0!
Sports Fields - Grass -$ -$ -$ 24,932.23$ Considerable Community Benefit 15%#DIV/0!(24,932.23)$ #DIV/0!
Sports Fields - Tennis -$ -$ -$ 3,152.00$ Considerable Individual Benefit 80%#DIV/0!(3,152.00)$ #DIV/0!
Picnic Areas 4,371.75$ 1,530.11$ 5,901.86$ 24,189.00$ Mostly Individual Benefit 100%410%(18,287.14)$ -310%Facility Attendants (% of whole)
External Community Special Events $0 -$ -$ 10,232.41$ Considerable Community Benefit 15%#DIV/0!(10,232.41)$ #DIV/0!
Total 105,819.87$ 360,103.74$ 72%
Cost Recover Cateogries Mostly Community Benefit
Considerable Community Benefit
Balanced Individual & Community Benefit
Considerable Individual Benefit
Mostly Individual Benefit
Mostly Individual Benefit 100%
Considerable Individual Benefit 80%
Balanced Individual & Community Benefit 50%
Considerable Community Benefit 15%
Mostly Community Benefit 0%