Coast Municipal Advisory Council (MAC) Meeting September 24, 2026

1. Call to Order 

A. Pledge of Allegiance 
B. Roll Call 

2. Approval of the Agenda 

This approval process ensures that the agenda accurately reflects the items to be discussed and decided upon. Members may request adjustments to the agenda, including reordering or deletion of items at this time. Any changes must comply with the Brown Act requirements for public notice and agenda setting. The agenda must be finalized before the Council proceeds with other meeting items. 

3. Statement of Conflict of Interest 

This is the time for the Chair, Vice Chair and Council Members to indicate any statements of conflict of interest for any item listed on this agenda. The River MAC bylaws state that members will not involve themselves in official River MAC activities that could materially benefit them personally, their business interests, or the interests of organizations that they represent. In a conflict of interest, the member will abstain from voting, and the abstention will be recorded in the minutes. 

4. Consent Agenda 
These items are expected to be routine and non-controversial. The Sonoma Coast MAC will act upon them at one time without discussion. Any Representatives, staff member or interested party may request that an item be removed from the consent agenda for discussion. 
A. Approval of the July 23 meeting minutes 

5. Councilmember Comment 

This is an opportunity for Councilmembers to provide a brief comments, restricted to matters within the Board’s jurisdiction. Due to Brown Act regulations, this is not a time for discussion of any item, however a brief dialogue about considering an item for a future agenda is permitted during this time. 

6. Public Comments 

Comments from the public regarding matters of general interest not on the agenda, but related to the Sonoma Coast MAC business. Pursuant to the Brown Act, the Sonoma Coast MAC cannot consider issues or take action on any requests during this comment period. Due to time constraints, comments will be limited at the discretion of the Chair. 

7. County Update 

Updates and Remarks from Supervisor Hopkins and / or Staff Report(s) 
A. County Update 

B. Recruitment for two year terms beginning January 2027 is now underway for the following areas: 

The Sea Ranch / Annapolis
Fort Ross / West Cazadero
Jenner
Bodega Bay
Bodega / Valley Ford

To find your address on the Coast MAC boundary map, go to https://sonomacounty.gov/sccmac and follow the link "View the interactive GIS Map where you can type in your address to see which area you live in."

Apply at https://bit.ly/CMACapply. 

C. At the November 19 meeting, the Coast MAC will elect a 2027 Chair and Vice Chair. 
The Chair presides over all Coast MAC meetings and ensures they are conducted openly and in accordance with the Brown Act, works with staff to develop agendas, and promotes effective community engagement. 

The Vice Chair supports the Chair and assumes the Chair’s responsibilities whenever the Chair is absent. This includes presiding over Coast MAC meetings, ensuring they are conducted openly and in accordance with the Brown Act, and helping maintain continuity in MAC operations. 

Nominations are due by November 9 to be included on the November 19 meeting agenda. Email nominations to Debbie.Ramirez@sonomacounty.gov. Self nomination is permitted. If someone is nominated by anyone other than themselves, staff will confirm with the nominee that they would be willing to accept the role if elected. 

8. Zone 0 Defensible Space Regulations: State Requirements and Sonoma Coast Implementation

Cyndi Foreman, Fire Marshal with Sonoma County Fire District, will provide an overview of the new Zone 0 defensible space regulations recently approved by the California Board of Forestry and Fire Protection, including what they require, what inspectors will look for, how they affect landscaping and structures near homes, and what property owners should know as implementation begins. 

9. Sonoma County Area Agency on Aging (AAA) | Community Needs Assessment

The Sonoma County Area Agency on Aging (AAA) is conducting its Community Needs Assessment. Community input helps guide prioritization of funding for programs and services for older adults (60+), adults (18+) with disabilities, and their caregivers across the County. Cody Souza-Milner, Sonoma County AAA Program Development Manager will provide an overview on the Needs Assessment process and strategies for engaging community members to provide their input and feedback. 

Online survey here: 
English: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JKJY77K 
Spanish: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7FTTLRR 

10. Adjournment 
The next regular meeting of the Coast MAC will be November 19, 2026.