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Cotati is taking a bold step towards sustainable living with a new multipurpose barn and a pilot vegetable box program that promises to transform community engagement and agricultural education!

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Local Council advances multi-purpose farm development plan for community engagement
Council discusses new multi-purpose farm plan to enhance livestock management and community workshops
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June 17, 2025 at 6:29 PM
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City officials in Cotati are reimagining the historic Veronda-Falletti Ranch Barn to become a vibrant hub for community events and agricultural education!

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City Council prioritizes community access for agricultural and historic education
Council discusses enhancing access for agricultural education and recreational activities in the community
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June 17, 2025 at 7:33 PM
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Cotati's City Council is taking bold steps to ensure affordable housing and community engagement, but what changes are on the horizon for residents?

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City Council Reviews Affordable Housing Financing and Labor Compliance at Healdsburg Project
Council discusses rent pricing and labor compliance for Healdsburg affordable housing project.
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August 30, 2025 at 4:45 AM
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Citizens of Cotati are calling for the return of payments made to attorney Robert Smith, raising serious ethical concerns over his dual role in the city's legal matters.

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Citizens Demand Reimbursement of Funds Paid to Attorney Robert Smith in Cotati
Residents of Cotati call for return of unethical payments made to attorney Robert Smith.
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August 30, 2025 at 4:47 AM
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Cotati City Council's proclamation of August 26 as Women's Equality Day highlights a commitment to gender equity and the ongoing fight against disparities faced by women.

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Cotati City Council Proclaims August 26 2025 as Women's Equality Day
Council approves minutes and recognizes Women's Equality Day with a proclamation.
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August 30, 2025 at 4:51 AM
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Cotati is set to transform its housing landscape with a groundbreaking 44-unit development, ensuring affordable homes and dedicated support for individuals with disabilities.

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Developers Propose 44-Unit Affordable Housing with Supportive Services in Cotati
The new project includes housing for diverse incomes and individuals with disabilities.
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August 30, 2025 at 4:44 AM
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Cotati is taking bold steps to enhance housing affordability and protect tenants from displacement, with new proposals that could reshape the community's future.

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Cotati Council Proposes Changes to Condominium Conversion and Housing Support Ordinances
Council staff recommends updates for affordability and housing support amidst state requirements.
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September 20, 2025 at 11:38 PM
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Cotati's City Council meeting revealed exciting new designs and a commitment to community engagement, setting the stage for a brighter future!

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Council Member Sparks Commends Design During City Council Q&A Session
Council Member Sparks praises design and initiates questions for presentation follow-up.
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August 30, 2025 at 4:41 AM
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Tensions erupted at the Cotati City Council meeting as residents passionately demanded accountability over a controversial celebration of life, revealing deep-seated frustrations with local governance.

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Council Member Alderman criticizes city council rules and ADA compliance during public comment
Alderman questions city council actions and compliance with the Brown Act and ADA regulations.
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June 25, 2025 at 5:20 PM
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Cotati's City Council just took a major step toward safer streets by approving a design amendment for the crucial Highway 116 intersection—what's next for the community?

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Quintana City Council Approves Design Agreement for Highway 116 Intersection
Council unanimously approves design amendment for Highway 116 at West Catati Avenue.
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August 13, 2025 at 9:23 PM
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Residents in Cotati are demanding accountability after alarming reports of illegal property searches and failures in code enforcement threaten community safety.

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Resident raises alarm over illegal sewer search and code enforcement failures
Local resident calls for accountability after unauthorized property search and lax code enforcement.
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May 30, 2025 at 4:36 AM
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Cotati City Council just approved a crucial plan to protect our drinking water, setting the stage for comprehensive hazard assessments and new backflow prevention measures!

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Cotati adopts state-mandated cross-connection control plan; hazard assessments to be scheduled
Following guidance in the State Water Board's cross-connection handbook (AB 1671), Cotati adopted a formal cross-connection control plan requiring hazard assessments, inventory and records management for roughly 2,700 service connections; staff said the plan sets survey timeframes and that costs for installing or replacing assemblies would fall primarily to affected customers.
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December 12, 2025 at 1:35 AM
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Tensions soared at Cotati City Hall as residents rallied for transparency and demanded the appointment of George Barish to challenge alleged corruption within the council.

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Public urges council to appoint George Barish for vacant seat amid corruption claims
Community members demand transparency and representation in council decisions during recent meeting.
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February 19, 2025 at 11:03 PM
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Cotati's city council is setting ambitious goals for the 2023-2024 fiscal year, focusing on community vitality, climate action, and inclusivity to ensure a thriving future for all residents.

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City Council outlines 2023 2024 budget goals focusing on climate and community services
Council sets strategic objectives to enhance city vitality and adapt to climate change.
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April 11, 2025 at 12:36 AM
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Cotati is taking a bold step towards safety by approving the use of Automated License Plate Readers, empowering police with real-time access to crucial data for crime prevention.

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Qatari City Council approves data sharing for automated license plate readers
Council authorizes access to fixed ALPR cameras for improved public safety tracking.
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May 30, 2025 at 4:37 AM
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Exciting developments are transforming Cotati’s parks with new pathways, exercise stations, and even a dog park, while the community rallies around mental health support initiatives!

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Sonoma County Board Discusses Expansion of Mobile Mental Health Support Teams
County updates on Measure O funding and expansion of mental health services for South County.
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August 30, 2025 at 4:39 AM
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Citizens of Cotati are raising alarms over nuisance abatement issues and unprofessional microphone policies, questioning the council's transparency and accountability.

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Cotati Council Faces Criticism Over Nuisance Abatement Violations and Microphone Policy
Citizens demand accountability for code violations and call out unprofessional microphone practices.
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August 30, 2025 at 4:42 AM
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Cotati City Council is stepping up for mental health and education, prioritizing initiatives that promise real change for the community!

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Sonoma County City Council prioritizes mental health services and education funding
Council members unanimously choose mental health and education as top funding priorities.
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April 26, 2025 at 2:50 AM
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Cotati City Council declares an "existential crisis" as housing shortages threaten the community's future and local businesses struggle to survive.

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Catania City Council prioritizes housing development to address affordability crisis
Council members emphasize community concerns over housing shortages and plan supportive strategies.
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February 1, 2025 at 7:00 AM
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Cotati City Council just made a groundbreaking move to boost affordable housing by eliminating impact fees, raising the percentage of affordable units to 25%!

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Catati City Council Approves Impact Fee Elimination for Affordable Housing and Lodging Development
Council votes to eliminate development impact fees for affordable housing and targeted lodging.
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August 29, 2025 at 4:26 PM
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Cotati's city council is gearing up for a revolutionary microgrid project that promises to transform energy efficiency with solar power and EV infrastructure.

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City Council approves preliminary design for solar microgrid project funding
Council decides to move forward with phase 1 solar microgrid project design engineering.
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July 9, 2025 at 3:36 PM
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Cotati City Council is shaking up zoning laws to foster vibrant transit-oriented communities, but they've paused on a controversial parking requirement—what does this mean for the future?

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Cotati council advances transit-oriented zoning, drops unbundled parking for now
The council introduced and approved first reading of an ordinance to create two new zoning districts (Santerra/Centerra Way and a TOC district) to meet ABAG MTC transit‑oriented community requirements, but amended the proposal to remove a requirement that parking be "unbundled" from rental units.
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December 12, 2025 at 1:34 AM
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Cotati's City Council is tackling alarming disparities in education funding that risk the future of local schools while championing vital environmental initiatives.

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Council Member Donathan highlights funding disparities at education committee meeting
Council discusses school funding inequities affecting budget stability and support measures needed.
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May 28, 2025 at 6:24 AM
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Cotati City Council just approved a groundbreaking fire impact fee agreement to enhance safety and streamline development—could this reshape the future of the city?

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Cotati City Council Approves Fire Impact Fee Agreement with Rancho Adobe Fire District
Council adopts agreement for fire impact fees and development coordination with Rancho Adobe.
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August 30, 2025 at 4:41 AM
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Cotati's City Council is taking bold steps to enhance community safety with a new emergency access plan that could transform evacuation routes!

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Fire Chief endorses Santero emergency access plan amid community safety concerns
Fire Chief Velikwita supports circular access plan to enhance emergency response safety.
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February 15, 2025 at 9:38 PM