Dave Alden was at the table when Urban Chat was founded. Over a decade later, he serves as chair, bringing the lessons of a 40-year engineering career, along with a diligent and continuing study of urban planning, to Petaluma’s land-use opportunities…

Dan Lyke serves as co-chair for Know Before You Grow, the educational project of Urban Chat, and is the technical director for Urban Chat audio/video efforts.

Kevin Goulding serves as Treasurer for Urban Chat, where he applies his extensive background in finance to support the organization’s mission and ensure sound fiscal stewardship. Throughout his career, Kevin has held leadership roles, including Chief Financial Officer for privately held companies, and has also worked as a personal financial advisor, helping individuals and families plan for their future…

Kevin McDonnell was bothered by the lack of community engagement on developments being built in Petaluma. It seemed the only public meetings had to do with windows and paint color.

Sean Payne is the Owner/Founder of LivXplore Real Estate & Lifestyle in downtown Petaluma. He served on the Petaluma Downtown Association Board from 2012 to 2015.

Passionate about sustainable urban living, he champions alternative transportation to enhance city livability.