Joint Meeting: City Council and Santa Rosa City Schools Board of Education

On October 7, the Santa Rosa City Council and Santa Rosa City Schools Board of Education will meet together to talk about important topics, including school safety and economic development. This meeting gives City and school leaders a chance to share ideas and work together on issues that affect Santa Rosa families, residents, and the community. You're invited to join and share your thoughts during the public comment portion of the meeting. 

Meeting Topics

Youth Safety

Representatives from Santa Rosa City Schools and the Santa Rosa Police Department will provide an update on their coordinated efforts to support youth safety. The presentation will highlight successful community partnerships and address ongoing challenges and opportunities.

Presenters:

• Stacy Desideri, Executive Director of Wellness and Engagement, Santa Rosa City Schools
• John Cregan, Chief of Police, Santa Rosa Police Department

Education and the Local Economy

Local education and economic leaders will discuss the role and impact of K-12 and higher education in Santa Rosa’s economy. The presentation will also address efforts to help students develop pathways from the classroom to the workforce.

Presenters:

• Dr. Robert Eyler, Senior Advisor for Government and Community Relations and Professor of Economics, Sonoma State University
• Dr. Michael Spagna, President, Sonoma State University
• Dr. Angélica Garcia, President, Santa Rosa Junior College

Meeting Details

• Date: Wednesday, October 7, 2026
• Time: 6:00 p.m.
• Location: City Council Chamber, 100 Santa Rosa Avenue
• Streaming Options:
  • Website: https://santa-rosa.legistar.com/calendar. Click on the "In Progress" link to view;
  • Zoom: https://srcity-org.zoom.us/j/89545792392, or 877-853-5257 and enter Webinar ID 895 4579 2392
  • Comcast channel 28 or 24 (Spanish)
  • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cityofsantarosa

We encourage community members, parents, students, and stakeholders to attend this important joint meeting to learn more about ongoing collaboration between the City of Santa Rosa and Santa Rosa City Schools. Your participation and input help strengthen our community and ensure we continue working together to support the safety, success, and well-being of Santa Rosa's youth and families.

Media inquiries can be directed to the City of Santa Rosa Public Information Office at 707-543-4777 or pio@srcity.org.