Sebastopol Commons
“Building the Commons” is a community development project to be located within Sebastopol city limits and inclusive of Sonoma’s West County residents. The Commons will be a centralized hub that blends civic, economic, cultural and social resources to foster engagement and economic vitality.
How
A Committee made up of Sebastopol and West County community members will explore a range of options for new development or revitalization of existing structures, and will gather community input from the region to inform planning and goal development.
Why
Sebastopol plays a central role in West County civic, economic, cultural and social activities. Currently, government and leading community organizations occupy a variety of buildings and locations throughout the larger Sebastopol area. Each independent entity is experiencing a mix of successes and challenges. The Sebastopol Regional Library is too small to serve both the Sebastopol and West County communities that currently access its resources, and the Sebastopol Senior Center is in need of more space to serve a growing population of seniors with an increasingly varied range of services. This committee is envisioning an inclusive, and multi-functional hub that can bring services and resources to Sebastopol and West County citizens, while also supporting community-building and civic participation. This hub will complement a sustainable, walkable and future-focused community plan that addresses the needs of multiple constituents.
When
The Building the Commons Committee was appointed by Sebastopol’s City Council to give actionable definition to The Commons concept. By Q3 2026, we will identify and assess potential leading occupants, their specific needs, places to locate The Commons, estimated costs, and funding sources. The Committee began discussions in September of 2025, and will continue through August 2026. All meetings are open to the public and agendas are posted online. The Committee will deliver a first progress report to the Sebastopol City Council in January.
Committee Members
City Council: Stephen Zollman
City Council: Phill Carter
Senior Center: Kent Jenkins
Gravenstein Health Action Coalition: Mary Lou Schmidt
Sonoma County Library: Open
Sonoma County Library Foundation: Naomi Hupert
Business: Copperfields: RM Horrell
City of Sebastopol Library: Fred Engbarth
Measure W Oversight Committee: Sarah Glade Gurney
October 2023
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October 30, 2023
6:00 pm
City Council Closed Session – Special Meeting of Monday October 30, 2023
City Hall
City Council Closed Session – Special Meeting of Monday October 30, 2023
October 30 | 6:00 pm
City Council Closed Session
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1:30 pm
Budget Committee Meeting October 26, 2023
City Hall
Budget Committee Meeting October 26, 2023
October 26 | 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
BUDGET COMMITTEE
Meeting to be held in Person and Virtual /Remote Participation
Zoom Link is to be used for providing public comment or viewing of Meeting. A video of the meeting will be uploaded to the City website within 48 hours of conclusion of the meeting.
In Person Location: Sebastopol City Hall, 7120 Bodega Ave, Sebastopol, CA 95472
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Topic: Budget Committee – Continued Discussion of Revenue Enhancement Options
Time: Oct 26, 2023 01:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Topic: Budget Committee Meeting
Time: Oct 26, 2023 01:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
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October 26, 2023
7:30 am
City Council Closed Session – Special Meeting of Thursday October 26, 2023
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City Council Closed Session – Special Meeting of Thursday October 26, 2023
October 26 | 7:30 am
City Council Closed Session
MORE DETAILSOctober 24, 2023
6:00 pm
Planning Commission Meeting October 24, 2023
Sebastopol Youth Annex
Planning Commission Meeting October 24, 2023
October 24 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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In Person Location: Sebastopol Youth Annex, 425 Morris Street, Sebastopol, CA 95472
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October 24, 2023
3:30 pm
Design Review/ Tree Board Meeting October 24, 2023
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Design Review/ Tree Board Meeting October 24, 2023
October 24 | 3:30 pm
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October 23, 2023
6:00 pm
City Council Closed Session – Monday October 23 2023
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October 18, 2023
9:00 am
Agenda Review Committee Meeting
City Hall
October 17, 2023
6:00 pm
City Council Meeting October 17, 2023
Sebastopol Youth Annex
City Council Meeting October 17, 2023
October 17 | 6:00 pm
Topic: City Council Meeting – October 17, 2023
Time: Oct 17, 2023 06:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
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October 17, 2023
2:00 pm
Special Design Review/ Tree Board Meeting October 17, 2023
Sebastopol Youth Annex
Special Design Review/ Tree Board Meeting October 17, 2023
October 17 | 2:00 pm
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October 17, 2023
10:30 am
City Council Special Meeting Closed Session
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City Council Special Meeting Closed Session
October 17 | 10:30 am
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October 11, 2023
9:00 am
Budget Committee Meeting October 11, 2023
City Hall
Budget Committee Meeting October 11, 2023
October 11 | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
BUDGET COMMITTEE
Meeting to be held in Person and Virtual /Remote Participation
Zoom Link is to be used for providing public comment or viewing of Meeting. A video of the meeting will be uploaded to the City website within 48 hours of conclusion of the meeting.
In Person Location: Sebastopol City Hall, 7120 Bodega Ave, Sebastopol, CA 95472
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Topic: Budget Committee Discussion – Fiscal Sustainability Part 3
Time: Oct 11, 2023 09:00 AM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
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October 10, 2023
6:00 pm
Planning Commission Meeting October 10, 2023
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Planning Commission Meeting October 10, 2023
October 10 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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In Person Location: Sebastopol Youth Annex, 425 Morris Street, Sebastopol, CA 95472
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October 10, 2023
3:00 pm
Special Climate Action Committee Meeting October 10, 2023
Sebastopol Youth Annex
Special Climate Action Committee Meeting October 10, 2023
October 10 | 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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MORE DETAILSOctober 10, 2023
1:00 pm
Public Art Committee Meeting October 10, 2023
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Public Art Committee Meeting October 10, 2023
October 10 | 1:00 pm - 2:50 pm
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October 03, 2023
6:00 pm
City Council Meeting October 3, 2023
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City Council Meeting October 3, 2023
October 03 | 6:00 pm
In Person Location: Sebastopol Youth Annex, 425 Morris Street, Sebastopol, CA 95472
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Topic: City Council Meeting – October 3, 2023
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