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Starting January 1, 2026, the minimum wage rate in the City of Sonoma is $18.47/hour for large employers (26 or more employees) and $17.38/hour for small employers (25 or fewer employees). The scheduled increase is included in the minimum wage ordinance adopted by the City Council in 2019 after a minimum wage study, which became Chapter 2.80 of...
The State of California has released the 2025 California Building Standards Code, which will take effect on January 1, 2026. As part of the required triennial update cycle, the City of Sonoma will transition from the current 2022 code set to the new 2025 edition. The City Council will consider the adoption ordinance at its...
The City of Sonoma is proud to announce that Phil Coturri will be honored as the next recipient of the Celebrate Sonoma recognition during the City Council meeting on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at 6:00 PM. As part of this program, the City will officially proclaim November 19, 2025, as “Phil Coturri Day” in Sonoma....
The West Spain Street Rehabilitation Project is now underway. The project, managed by the City of Sonoma and constructed by Team Ghilotti, Inc., includes pavement grinding, repair of localized pavement failures, new striping and signage, and utility structure adjustments. Work is taking place along West Spain Street between 1st Street West and 3rd Street West,...
With another round of rain forecast to arrive this week, we encourage you to take time to prepare for the rainy season ahead. If your property has a history of flooding, please don’t wait for a storm to prepare sandbags. Sandbags can be prepared and kept on hand throughout the winter. Free sandbags are now...
Join the City of Sonoma and the Redwood Empire Food Bank for a Food and Funds Drive to help ensure that local families, children, and seniors have access to the nutritious food they need. This convenient, drive-through event makes it easy to give — simply pull up to drop off your donation without leaving your...
The Sonoma Ecology Center (SEC) will conduct controlled pile burns at Montini Open Space Preserve on Friday, November 7, as part of ongoing wildfire risk-reduction and ecological restoration efforts funded by the California State Coastal Conservancy. While the park will remain open to visitors, some trails may be temporarily impacted during the operation. Please follow...
The new California Building Code update cycle is here! These new codes will be effective January 1, 2026. The State of California operates on a triennial (three-year) code adoption cycle. The current 2022 California Building Standards Code will be superseded by the new 2025 California Building Standards Code (California Code of Regulations, Title 24) Submittal Deadlines...
A reminder that the Sonoma Valley Public Meeting for the Sonoma County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (MJHMP) Update is happening tomorrow, Thursday, November 6, from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. at Sonoma Valley Fire Station #1 (630 2nd St W, Sonoma). Hosted by the Sonoma County Department of Emergency Management, in partnership with the City of...
After a few light showers earlier this fall, the National Weather Service is reporting that a stronger system is on the way and is expected to bring widespread rain and gusty winds to the Bay Area, including the City of Sonoma, midweek. What to Expect Wind Advisory: A Wind Advisory is in effect from late...
The Sonoma City Council will hold a study session on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at their regular meeting to review the City’s existing rules for mobile home park closures and conversions and discuss recent changes in state law affecting these processes. The discussion will focus on Sonoma Municipal Code Chapter 9.82, which outlines the procedures...
Caltrans has announced that one-way traffic control will be in effect on State Route 121 south of Big Bend from Monday, November 3, 2025, through Saturday, February 28, 2026, to replace the bridge railings on the Yellow Creek Bridge in the Schellville area of Sonoma County. The work zone is located several hundred feet south...
Earlier this fall, the City of Sonoma Mayor Patricia Farrar-Rivas participated in Climate Week NYC through the Climate Mayors network, a coalition of more than 750 U.S. mayors advancing local solutions to global climate challenges. This year’s theme, #ImpactMultiplied, underscored how city-led projects—when shared and scaled—can accelerate progress toward a more sustainable and resilient future....
The City of Sonoma is inviting qualified consultants to submit proposals to conduct a comprehensive Fleet Services Analysis. The selected consultant will evaluate the City’s current fleet of vehicles and equipment to assess size, condition, utilization, and replacement practices, and to identify opportunities for improved efficiency and sustainability. The study will also consider compliance with...
Many neighbors are facing uncertainty this month as some Californians who rely on CalFresh (SNAP) benefits are not receiving their usual assistance. We recognize the stress this causes for families and for the organizations working to meet rising demand. Here’s what’s available now, and how you can help. Free Local Food Distributions (Sonoma Valley) Redwood...
