r/Petaluma

Hey everyone, I've been working on this map of all public transportation in the bay and finished adding data and just started working on adding more features. Right now when you highlight a route/stop, the info box will show you all the information, including a link to exact the route schedule (and sometimes also a URL for the stop). Here are the list of official agency pages for the Oakland area if you want general info:

• https://www.actransit.org
• https://www.bart.gov/
• https://emerygoround.com/
• https://liveattheemery.com/ (runs Emery Express)
• https://sanfranciscobayferry.com/routes-schedules/

Not in Oakland, but if you going nearby:

• https://westcat.org/
• https://sanleandrolinks.com/
• https://countyconnection.com/

And if you want to go farther away:

• https://goldrunner.com/

Since I'm adding more features, what would make this map more useful for you?

As I opened my mail today and added to what is likely the 40th+ or so mailer from Eric Jones, I have to wonder -Where does a man who says he takes no pac or special interest money get all this funding from? He is many dozen mailers above any other candidate in any other race, even governor, that I have received. Absolute ecological carelessness and I'll be delighted to vote against him.

Perhaps it's a question to ask at his town hall this Sunday, May 24th at Petaluma Community Center?

I personally am voting Mike Thompson for congress. He is in no way perfect but best of a mixed bunch who actually has a track record of success.

Edit: added word to, grammar

I moved to Petaluma earlier this year from the east coast and have been job hunting since then. In the meantime, I'm thinking volunteering could be a great way to keep my skills up to date, get involved in the community, contribute to a good cause, etc. My background is in nonprofit communications and marketing, so I have experience in social media, newsletter creation, storytelling, and BD messaging/support. Anyone know of any non profits in the area that are looking for volunteers where my skillset might be helpful? Thanks all! 

My son is starting TK in the fall and we're zoned for valley vista public waldorf. I'm curious to hear everyone's input, especially from people zoned for this school with younger kids going there now that it's a Waldorf school.

We did a tour back in January and it seemed pretty good. A solid combo of Waldorf and public/traditional/local with Petaluma peeps. We just went back tonight for the open house and honestly, I'm second guessing it. I was surprised to overhear a lot of people coming from out of the area. It felt like the 'Waldorf community' (sorry, I don't know how else to say what I'm saying) got the memo and flocked to the school from out of town. I was just hoping for more local community and balance of vibes.

Please give me honest feedback!!
-I should note, we lived in Portland for a few years and if you want to see the worst kids and the concept of gentle parenting wildly misunderstood, go visit a playground there. That was the vibe I was getting tonight.

Tell me I'm just jaded and this is an amazing school!!! I love all the cooking just hopping there's a balance. For reference he's currently at tiny tots and thriving in every way, we LOVE it there. Minus the part that you have to pay.

Okey dokey that’s a lot

Hi everyone, I need to renew my ACLS certification soon, and I’m looking for a class near Petaluma.

Interesting read, tough times and difficult decisions

I’m planning to go to trivia tomorrow at Taps on the River with some people who came to my last little meetup if anyone is interested in joining. The more the merrier! Trivia starts at 7pm, I’ll be there at 6:30 with my dog!

We need to replace a few window screens (mesh, not the frames). Does anyone have any suggestions on who to call? Who did you use?

I have a 3.5 yo who will go to TK next year and a 1.5 yo who could go to preschool next year. Considering the combo of old adobe charter and Adobe Christian since it’d make drop off really easy. I haven’t seen much about either school on here before so am curious to hear if anyone has had good or bad experiences.

Anyone here have experience with a shared fence that needs replacement with multiple neighbors here? My backyard fence is shared with 4 other houses. I’ve spoken to 2 of the residents a couple of times but haven’t really heard anything back.
My question is how does it work with so many people and the fact that permits are needed for basic fences? I’ve replaced fences before with no issue but I’ve never lived anywhere with so many neighbors and the need for a permit.
The entire fence needs replacing so is it best to get several estimates and see if they will break down the cost by foot or itemize length per shared section then reach out to the neighbors? I don’t think it’s unreasonable to have neighbors share the cost since the new fence will benefit everyone.
Or, whose fence is it?

Hi all-looking for a referral for a window cleaning crew to come spruce up the inside and outside of my home windows.

I’m 25 and going through one of the hardest seasons of my life financially and mentally. I’m grateful for what I do have — a job, friends, family, a roof over my head for now — but lately it feels like I can barely catch up before the next thing hits.

I’m currently behind on rent, looking for extra work, and facing the reality that I may need to move out soon. I hate even admitting that publicly because I know so many people are struggling right now, but I also know there’s no shame in needing help sometimes.

If anyone has advice, job opportunities, resources, or even wants to help support me while I get back on my feet, I’d be incredibly grateful. Mostly I just want to hear from people who made it through a season like this, because right now it feels really heavy.

Hello, I recently moved to the area about 2 months ago and was curious if anyone knows about any tennis or pickleball meetups and/or lessons? I’ve been hoping to get more into them (tennis in particular), to meet people and play some sports.

I’m an athletic man in early 30s, I’ve played both before but not at a competitive level. Hoping to find people to play with and improve.

I'm looking for local bands that play in the area often and have cheap shows. I would also be interested in bluegrass

Hey everyone 👋 Conor here from Local Plumbing in San Rafael.

We’ve been getting a lot of questions lately from homeowners about the upcoming Bay Area Air Quality Management District rules around residential gas water heaters, so I figured it was worth starting a discussion here.

Starting January 1, 2027, new residential gas tank water heater installs are expected to be phased out under new BAAQMD rules, with electric systems (mainly heat pump water heaters) becoming the standard moving forward.

A few important things that many people don’t realize:

•	Existing gas water heaters are NOT being banned
•	You can still keep and repair your current system
•	The changes mainly affect replacement options once a unit fails (certain low income and lack of electrical availability at your current panel exceptions may apply)

From what we’re seeing in the field across Marin as last few weeks, a lot of homeowners are now trying to figure out:

•	Whether to replace older gas units before 2027
•	Whether their electrical panel can support a heat pump water heater
•	What future install costs might look like
•	Whether waiting actually makes more sense

There’s definitely a lot of confusion around this topic right now, and honestly, the rules themselves are still evolving a bit.

Curious what people here think:

•	Are you planning to switch to electric eventually?
•	Replace early?
•	Wait it out?
•	Anyone already install a heat pump water heater and happy with it?

Happy to answer questions if people have them.

(I’m not here to sell anything, just start a discussion)

Conor Crawford Owner @ Local Plumbing

Wondering if anyone else is interested in training for wrestling? The closest training camp to Sonoma County is in the Sac area.

Is there anyone else out there that would like to meet a couple times a week, in the Sonoma County area?