Community Advisory Board
Community Advisory Board
Wed, January 28, 2026
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Agenda items (11)
General Business
5General BusinessThe Generations in Motion Walk grant application submitted by Council on Aging Services for Seniors requests $2,500 to support a free, inclusive, all ages community event designed to bring Santa Rosa residents together through movement, connection, and access to community resources. The event aims to promote healthy aging, support family caregivers, and enhance overall community well-being. The proposed event will feature scenic walking routes designed to accommodate a wide range of fitness levels and abilities, along with family-friendly activities and a welcoming outdoor environment. A central component of the event is a Community Resource Fair which will connect attendees with local organizations providing education, services, and support relevant to aging, caregiving, and community health.
The Council on Aging Services for Seniors is requesting $2,500 to host a free community walking event that brings residents together, promotes healthy aging, and connects attendees with local resources at a Community Resource Fair.
6General BusinessThe Mesa Llena (Full Table) grant application submitted by Northern California Center for Well-Being requests $2,500 to support food security efforts for immigrant communities. The proposal responds to current barriers to accessing public food distribution programs as heightened fear and uncertainty have resulted in reduced participation among many immigrant households. Through this grant, the organization proposes to provide culturally appropriate and nutritious meals to an estimated 20 to 50 households experiencing food insecurity. The project is
The Northern California Center for Well-Being is requesting $2,500 to provide culturally appropriate meals to 20-50 immigrant households facing food insecurity, addressing barriers to accessing public food programs.
7General BusinessThe Eritrean Independence Day grant application submitted by the Eritrean Community of Santa Rosa requests $2,500 to support the hosting of a community-wide Eritrean Independence Day celebration. The proposed event is intended to provide an opportunity to share Eritrean culture, traditions, food, and music with the broader Santa Rosa community. The celebration is anticipated to attract approximately 150-200 attendees and will be free of charge and open to the public. By offering an inclusive and accessible cultural event, the project aims to promote cultural understanding, community connection, and shared celebration among residents.
The Eritrean Community of Santa Rosa is requesting $2,500 to host a free, public Eritrean Independence Day celebration with food, music, and cultural traditions for approximately 150-200 attendees.
8General BusinessCAB ANNOUNCEMENTS AND ISSUES OF CONCERN TO CITY RESIDENTS CAB Members may share community news, upcoming community events that be of interest to the CAB, and issues of concern for residents.
Community Advisory Board members will share news about upcoming community events and raise concerns or issues they want the city to be aware of.
9General BusinessSTAFF UPDATES This time is reserved for City staff to provide a briefing on issues of interest. No action will be taken on these matters except to possibly place a particular item on a future agenda for consideration.
City staff will provide updates on topics of interest; no voting will occur unless an item is scheduled for a future meeting.
10General BusinessPrince Plaza Mosaic Bench (Friends of Prince Memorial
The city received a refund from the 2024 Prince Plaza Mosaic Bench project, adding to available grant funding.
11General BusinessWe Supply Sonoma Co. (We Supply Sonoma Co.): $1,678.80
The city received a $1,678.80 refund from the 2024 We Supply Sonoma County project, adding to available grant funding.
6.1General BusinessPRESENTATION - VINCE HARPER’S SOUTH DAY & NIGHT
Vince Harper will give a presentation about South Day & Night, a local business or organization.
7.1General BusinessPRESENTATION - MEETING PROCEDURES AND STAFFING
City staff will present information about how the council conducts meetings and its staffing structure.
7.2General BusinessMOTION - COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT GRANTS DETERMINATION BACKGROUND: The Community Advisory Board (CAB) reviews and approves the Community Improvement Grant Applications. The Board shall award grants to the applicants whose projects best meet the criteria. There are four grants that have been submitted for the January - March 2026 period:
The Community Advisory Board will review and decide which of four grant applications should receive funding for community improvement projects in the January-March 2026 period.
Procedural (1)
5.1ProceduralDraft Minutes - November 19, 2025 Attachments: Draft Minutes - November 19, 2025
The council will review and approve the official minutes from the November 19, 2025 meeting.
Additional votes recorded in minutes
Approve Generations in Motion Walk grant application (Council on Aging Services for Seniors, $2,500)
absent 3 · aye 4
Board Member Ana M. Diazabsent
Board Member Clay Daultonabsent
Board Member Derek Knowlesabsent
Board Member Douglas Mondellaye
Board Member Joshua Hamzeheeaye
Chair Andrea Rodriguezaye
Vice Chair Jude Fratesaye
Approve Mesa Llena (Full Table) grant application (Northern California Center for Well-Being, $2,500)
absent 3 · aye 4
Board Member Ana M. Diazabsent
Board Member Clay Daultonabsent
Board Member Derek Knowlesabsent
Board Member Douglas Mondellaye
Board Member Joshua Hamzeheeaye
Chair Andrea Rodriguezaye
Vice Chair Jude Fratesaye
Approve Eritrean Independence Day grant application (Eritrean Community of Santa Rosa, $2,500)
absent 3 · aye 4
Board Member Ana M. Diazabsent
Board Member Clay Daultonabsent
Board Member Derek Knowlesabsent
Board Member Douglas Mondellaye
Board Member Joshua Hamzeheeaye
Chair Andrea Rodriguezaye
Vice Chair Jude Fratesaye
Approve as amended Earth Day Procession grant application (Santa Rosa Urban Arts, $2,000)
absent 3 · nay 1 · aye 3
Board Member Ana M. Diazabsent
Board Member Clay Daultonabsent
Board Member Derek Knowlesabsent
Board Member Douglas Mondellnay
Board Member Joshua Hamzeheeaye
Chair Andrea Rodriguezaye
Vice Chair Jude Fratesaye