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 … Continued
Due to forecasted rain, the Mountain Cemetery Volunteer Workday originally scheduled for Saturday, October 25, 2025, has been postponed to Saturday, November 8, 2025. The new date will coincide with the previously scheduled Veterans’ Cemetery Volunteer Workday, giving volunteers the opportunity to assist at one or both sites on the same day. We appreciate everyone’s … Continued
The Sonoma County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (MJHMP) Draft is now available for public review and comment through November 10, 2025, on the County of Sonoma website. The MJHMP is a countywide effort involving 22 jurisdictions, including the City of Sonoma and the Sonoma Valley Fire District, both of which have annexes in the draft … Continued
The City of Sonoma invites community members to lend a hand at Mountain Cemetery on Saturday, October 25, 2025, for our next volunteer workday. These events are a great way to help preserve and beautify our historic cemeteries while connecting with neighbors and enjoying a day outdoors. Volunteers will take part in a variety of … Continued
The contractor who performed the City’s 2024 slurry seal work will be returning this Thursday, October 16, to complete follow-up corrections in several locations. This one-day project will include Hudson Court, Davila Court, Sereno Court, Eda Court, Osenda Court, and the bulb-outs along Knight Street. This work addresses areas where the original slurry seal has … Continued
The Sonoma County Groundwater Sustainability Agencies are seeking input from agricultural groundwater users to help inform local groundwater management and support programs. If you use groundwater for agricultural purposes — such as irrigation, processing, or livestock — please take a few minutes to complete their short survey:🔗 www.surveymonkey.com/r/JW8JFZJ Your feedback will help guide future outreach, … Continued
According to the latest update from the National Weather Service, the Bay Area — including the City of Sonoma — is expected to experience its first significant rain event of the season early next week. While only light rain is possible today (Friday), a stronger system is forecast to bring heavier and more widespread rainfall … Continued
The City of Sonoma will lower the flags on City Properties to half-staff for 48 hours beginning Friday, October 10, 2025, in memory of Samuel Joseph (Sam) Sebastiani, who passed away on October 9, 2025, at the age of 84. Born in Sonoma on November 19, 1940, Sam attended St. Francis Solano School and went … Continued
The Special Meeting of the Sonoma Climate Action Commission scheduled for Wednesday, October 8, 2025, has been cancelled. The Commission will next meet on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. Meeting details and the agenda will be posted in advance on the City’s CivicWeb Portal.
The City of Sonoma’s Traffic Safety Committee will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers (177 First Street West, Sonoma) to discuss and consider a proposed Go Sonoma project amendment. The amendment would add a Bike Boulevard on Third Street West to better connect the … Continued
