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View/Download a PDF version of this Press Release Sonoma, CA — December 5, 2024 — On December 4, 2024, the Sonoma City Council approved a resolution to transition from at-large elections to district-based elections for City Council. The decision is a forward-thinking step taken by the Council to reduce potential legal risks. While the City...
The City of Sonoma is seeking proposals from qualified individuals or firms to conduct a comprehensive tree inventory, data reporting, and mapping of the urban tree canopy. This project aims to assess and expand the city's urban tree shade canopy to improve climate resilience and urban landscapes. Proposal Overview: The selected consultant will be responsible...
The City of Sonoma is excited to share updates to its business license procedures, which aim to simplify tax remittance and enhance support for our business community. To achieve this, the City has partnered with HdL Companies, a trusted leader in business license administration, to handle all business license-related needs. Through the HdL Business Support...
The Sonoma Ecology Center has confirmed that controlled pile burning will take place at Montini Open Space Preserve on Tuesday, December 3rd, as part of wildfire risk reduction efforts funded by the State Coastal Conservancy. What to Expect: Smoke Visibility: Residents and visitors may see smoke rising from north of Sonoma Plaza during the burn....
The City of Sonoma is delighted to announce Margaret Hatcher as the 2025 Treasure Artist Award recipient. A celebrated artist and costume designer, Hatcher is known for her imaginative creations, leadership in the arts community, and commitment to sustainability through projects like Trashion Fashion Sonoma. Hatcher’s work has enriched Sonoma Valley’s cultural landscape for over...
View/Download this press release as a PDF Sonoma, CA — November 22, 2024 — The City of Sonoma is proud to announce Margaret Hatcher's selection as the 2025 Sonoma Treasure Artist Award recipient. Established in 1983 by the Cultural and Fine Arts Commission (CFAC), the award recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the...
Sonoma County is hosting a Tenant Rights Town Hall on December 4, 2024, in Boyes Hot Springs to inform residents about their rights, including recent updates to tenant protections approved by the Board of Supervisors. This event will include Spanish interpretation and feature representatives from Legal Aid of Sonoma County and the Sonoma County Counsel’s...
A flood watch and wind advisory have been issued by the National Weather Service. The wind advisory will be in effect from Tuesday night, November 19th, through Friday, November 22nd, while the flood watch will be in effect from Wednesday morning, November 20th, through Friday morning, November 22nd. These advisories are due to a rain...
With our first Atmospheric River on the way 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 us in celebrating the Sonoma Dragons as they take on the Hayward Farmers in tonight’s championship game! City Hall will shine green in honor of our undefeated Dragons, who have wowed us this season with a 10-0 overall record and 6-0 in league play—their first undefeated season since 1992! Game Details: Location: Midgley Field...
The City of Sonoma has officially designated November 2024 as Native American Heritage Month, honoring the rich cultural heritage and contributions of Native Americans throughout the United States. On November 6th, Mayor John Gurney and Sonoma City Council acknowledged the City of Sonoma is located in the ancestral territory of the Federated Indians of Graton...
The City of Sonoma is excited to announce a new, convenient feature for scheduling inspections through its OpenGov Permit and Application Portal at sonomaca.portal.opengov.com. Previously, appointments could only be made over the phone. Now, users can easily request inspections online with just a few clicks, streamlining the process for residents, contractors, and business owners. How...
Mark your calendars! The City of Sonoma invites you to a General Plan Update: Land Use Workshop on Thursday, January 30th, from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Vintage House, located at 264 First Street East. This workshop is a valuable opportunity for community members to learn about and provide feedback on proposed land...
Starting January 1, 2025, the minimum wage rate in the City of Sonoma is $18.02/hour for large employers (26 or more employees) and $16.96/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...
DeNova Homes is now accepting applications for Below Market Rate (BMR) homes at Hummingbird Cottages in Sonoma, located at the corner of West MacArthur and 5th Street West. Available Homes and Pricing: 498 Fortuni Court, Homesite 1 – 1,330 Sq. Ft., 2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, 2-Car Garage Price: $400,338 488 Sanchez Court, Homesite 6 –...
