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City Council Meeting – May 6

A regular meeting of Sonoma City Council will be held on Monday, May 6  at 6:00 pm. View the full agenda and staff reports including presentations and items on the consent calendar on our CivicWeb Portal. Items to be considered on the regular schedule by City Council are: A Request by Mayor Harrington and Vice Mayor … Continued

Vegetation Management & Weed Abatement

As spring wildflowers and annual grasses dry, it’s time to think about Vegetation Management and Weed Abatement.  Vegetation Management and Weed Abatement play a critical role in reducing potential fire hazards and is especially important this year as above-average rainfall has resulted in high annual grass growth. The Sonoma Valley Fire and Rescue Authority‘s (SVFRA) … Continued

Commerical Cannabis Update

On March 4th and April 15th, the City Council provided guidance and direction on the preparation of Ordinances and  Resolutions needed to amend the Municipal Code to allow commercial cannabis businesses to operate within the City. The City Council reviewed proposed buffer maps near sensitive uses and a permitting process that will allow up to … Continued

Happy Earth Day!

Earth Day is an annual event created to celebrate the planet’s environment. From wildflower hikes to creek cleanups and harvest markets, there are lots of ways to celebrate our special spot on the planet, the City of Sonoma! Download the Sonoma County Wildflower Guide and see which varieties you can identify while you picnic and … Continued

Overlook Trail to Fully Re-Open April 28, 2019

The following is an announcement from the Sonoma Overlook Trail Stewards (SOT stewards). ****************************** The Overlook trail in the City of Sonoma is set to fully re-open on April 28, 2019, with the completion of rehabilitation of the Lower Trail portion, which has been closed all winter. Access will be restored to the trail’s main … Continued

First “Housing Our Community” Town Hall – April 25, 2019

Next Thursday, April 25th, the City of Sonoma will be hosting the first Housing Our Community Town Hall focused on the basic drivers, terms and issues that shape housing in our community. This will create a foundation for future events and discussion about how we can tackle our increasing housing challenges. Mark your calendar and … Continued

April Edition of “About Town” Now Available

The latest edition of “About Town,” the quarterly E-Newsletter from the City of Sonoma, is now available! Included in this issue: Housing Our Community Town Hall Series & Survey “Celebrate Sonoma” Recognition Program Arbor Day Celebration in the Plaza Sonoma Overlook Trail Re-Opening Celebration Free Family Bike Workshop 2019 Alcaldessa Honored S.C.O.P.E. Training Opportunities City … Continued

Family Bike Workshop – July 13, 2019

Join the Sonoma County Bicycle Coalition for a Family Bike Workshop, sponsored by the City of Sonoma.  These workshops are for families with kids learning to ride on the road. Families will learn to safely navigate the streets in a variety of situations through fun, skill-building activities and an instructional neighborhood ride. WHEN: Saturday, July … Continued

City Council Meeting – April 15

A regular meeting of Sonoma City Council will be held on Monday, April 15  at 6:00 pm. View the full agenda and staff reports including this month’s “Celebrate Sonoma” presentation to Robert Wilson and items on the consent calendar on our CivicWeb Portal. Items to be considered on the regular schedule by City Council are: Study … Continued

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