The Santa Rosa City Council met on October 8, 2024, in a regular meeting that began at 1:00 PM with a closed session, followed by study sessions at 2:00 PM, and a regular session at 4:00 PM. The meeting included two study sessions, two proclamations, a consent calendar with two items, a public hearing, and public comments. The meeting adjourned at 5:26 PM.
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