City Updates
A Message from the Mayor:

Todd Lands, Mayor
“Recently I was sworn in for my second term on the Cloverdale City Council and chosen to represent our city as Mayor. Serving as the mayor for the past three years has been one of the greatest honors of my life. It has also been one of the most challenging roles I’ve ever held. While Cloverdale may be small in size, it’s incredibly diverse. Our community is made up of people with a wide spectrum of socioeconomic levels, beliefs, backgrounds, and perspectives. What unites us, though, is the deep, undeniable love of our community.
Like so many places across the country, our small town has not been immune to the divisiveness and tension that have dominated the national stage.
I’ve heard from constituents about their fear for the future. I’ve seen friends and neighbors turn against one another or stop speaking because of their lawn signs or political differences.
This isn’t who we are, and it cannot stand.
When I took my oath of office, I explicitly swore to uphold and protect the Constitution of the United States. In that oath is a promise to protect and encourage the expression of the freedoms, rights, and opportunities enshrined in that great document. These liberties are not reserved for some of us—they belong to all of us. While I’m honored to lead the charge, this is a responsibility that falls on all of our shoulders. It is all of our responsibilities to foster a space where everyone feels heard, respected, and valued, no matter their views or where they come from. Unity does not mean uniformity. It does not mean we will always agree. What it does mean is that we commit to treating one another with respect, empathy, and a belief in the common good.
Cloverdale, like the rest of Sonoma County, faces very serious issues in the coming years, homelessness, water security, economic strain, and wildfire threat, to name a few. These are nonpartisan, local issues that need all of our attention. We can’t face these issues divided. So, put down your device, log out of your social media, turn off your cable news, and go say hello to your neighbor.
I’ve seen my fellow Cloverdale residents come together in times of crisis and celebration. That’s who we are. We come together around our common values of liberty, patriotism, community, and prosperity, for everyone. I’m making the commitment, as I hope everyone else will, to build community despite our differences and face the unified future.” Todd Lands, Mayor of Cloverdale
The City Council bids a heartfelt farewell to City Manager David Kelley, who concluded his dedicated service to the City of Cloverdale on December 11th.
David began his tenure with Cloverdale in February 2016 as Assistant City Manager/Community Development Director and was appointed City Manager in March 2018. Throughout his time with the City, he made a lasting impact, particularly in the development and preservation of parks and open spaces. His leadership was instrumental in the grand opening of the Cloverdale Dog Park and the Porterfield Creek Open Space, as well as the acquisition of Soda Springs Ranch and significant improvements to existing city parks.
David’s strategic vision and guidance also led to the successful passage of three vital ballot measures—Measure R (Utility User Tax), Measure CC (Urban Growth Boundary), and Measure DD (Sales Tax)—securing essential financial resources to support Cloverdale’s future.
As David embarks on the next chapter of his career, we express our deepest gratitude for his many contributions and wish him continued success in all his future endeavors.
The City Council extends its gratitude to Councilmember Melanie Bagby for her exceptional service to the City of Cloverdale.

Council Member Melanie Bagby
Melanie served honorably on the City Council for eight years, from 2016 to 2024, including her distinguished term as Mayor in 2019. Throughout her tenure, she represented Cloverdale with dedication and integrity on numerous regional and statewide boards. These include the Board of Directors for Sonoma Clean Power, Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART), the Sonoma County Transportation Authority/Regional Climate Protection Authority (SCTA/RCPA), the Northern Sonoma County Air Pollution Control District, and the Sonoma County Legislative Committee.
We thank Melanie for her unwavering commitment to our community and wish her the best in her future endeavors.

Council Member Mark Laskey
Mark Laskey is welcomed as the City’s newest council member after coming in second in the November 6th election.
New Shade Structures at Cloverdale Dog Park
The City of Cloverdale is excited to announce the installation of two brand-new shade structures at the Cloverdale Dog Park. This enhancement was made possible thanks to the tremendous efforts and contributions of the Cloverdale Rotary Club, Todd Land Construction and Parks Staff, whose fundraising and hands-on work brought this project to life.
The new shade structures provide a much-needed respite from the sun for both dogs and their owners, creating a more comfortable and enjoyable environment. Whether it’s a sunny summer day or a crisp fall afternoon, the shade structures allow for extended playtime and relaxation in the park.
The City extends its gratitude to the Cloverdale Rotary Club and Todd Lands Construction for their dedication and support in improving our community spaces. These structures are a testament to the power of collaboration and the shared goal of making Cloverdale a great place to live, work, and play.
We encourage everyone to visit the Cloverdale Dog Park and experience these wonderful new additions.