Rohnert Park City Council Meeting, March 10, 2026

The City of Rohnert Park City Council held a meeting on March 10, 2026, which included a detailed presentation from Sonoma Water regarding the proposed fiscal year 2026-27 water transmission system budget and rates. The presentation outlined a total proposed budget of approximately $78.4 million, with capital projects budgeted at $10.9 million and operations and maintenance at $48.75 million. The council was informed about challenges such as aging infrastructure, rising costs, and natural hazard vulnerabilities, and was encouraged to recommend approval of the proposed rates to their Water Advisory Committee. Additionally, the council received updates on the Safe Team program, including its $1.14 million 2025 expenditure funded primarily by Measure O, and ongoing efforts to secure Medicare/Medical billing certification to offset costs. Other agenda items included proclamations for Women's History Month and National Surveyors Week, various community and transportation updates, and the formation of an ad hoc committee to review the Rohnert Park Foundation activities. No direct contract awards or RFP approvals were reported during this meeting.