Petaluma North Specific Plan Vision and Framework

Expressed surprise at the scale of the project, shared historical context from the Corona-Eli plan, and emphasized the need for pedestrian paths to the SMART station, water management, and eucalyptus fire hazard removal.

Representing several manufactured home communities, raised concerns about new multi-story buildings isolating existing neighborhoods, the unfriendliness and lack of ADA compliance on McDowell Boulevard, and the exclusion of age-friendly community principles.

Expressed surprise at the draft map showing green space across his family's dairy ranch property near the SMART station and shared historical background regarding urban growth boundaries and property preservation.

Highlighted the benefits of riparian restoration along the railroad tracks for decreasing flooding and improving housing quality, and emphasized the importance of preserving mountain view sheds.