Support new Sonoma businesses! The Sonoma Valley Chamber of Commerce presents LOCALFest 2019, a new business showcase. New Sonoma Valley businesses provide samples, demonstrations and information to attendees. This event is open to the public with free admission. If you started a business or nonprofit organization in Sonoma Valley in 2018 and would like to … Continued
Sonoma County Regional Parks is pleased to announce the release of the updated Draft of the Maxwell Farms Regional Park Master Plan Update and the updated Draft Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS/MND). The Master Plan and environmental document are available for public review and comment from January 9 through February 8, 2019. Following the review … Continued
The Sonoma Police Department (Sonoma PD) has reported an increase in cases of theft from motor vehicles in the city of Sonoma (City) in December 2018 and wants to make the community aware of this increasing crime trend and help people protect their property. Community awareness and involvement is a powerful tool in protecting property … Continued
The application for vesting tentative subdivision map for the Mockingbird Lane project at 853 Fourth Street West returns to the Planning Commission on Thursday, January 10, 2019, at 6:30 pm. The application was continued at the December 13, 2018 meeting to allow staff time to provide additional information regarding the environmental review it conducted pursuant to … Continued
In response to the October 2017 Fires disaster in Sonoma County, the City Council appointed a Housing Subcommittee (then Mayor Hundley and Council Member Harrington) to identify possible actions for addressing housing needs created or exacerbated by the fires. In November 2017, the City Council adopted several recommendations for short-term actions including the following items. All of … Continued
The Sonoma County Economic Development Board (EDB) would like to help your business take advantage of important tax credits and hiring incentives. Since the inception of this program, the EDB has assisted local businesses in obtaining $6.5 million in tax credits, exemptions, and training subsidies. The California Competes Tax Credit is an income tax credit available … Continued
The County of Sonoma and partnering cities want your input on potential barriers and incentives for building accessory dwelling units (ADUs), with the ultimate goal of providing more housing for residents in Sonoma County. Learn more about Accessory Dwelling Units and take the survey here.
EXTENDED DEADLINE: 12:00 noon on Friday, January 4, 2019. To complete an application visit the Commission Application Page. Recognizing the vast knowledge and talent of our community, the City asks individuals to serve on a variety of commissions and committees. These commissions and committees are charged with focusing on key issues within Sonoma and to … Continued
The Cultural and Fine Arts Commission of Sonoma will host a reception to honor local music director and performer Cynthia Tarr, who was recently named the 2019 Sonoma Treasure Artist of the Year. Members of the public are invited to attend the event which will be held at 6:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 29, 2019, at … Continued
Maintaining the quality of stormwater flowing into our creeks and bay is a primary function of the Street Department. Their efforts prevent debris from clogging or passing through our storm drain system to the creeks and bay. The most visible component of this effort is our street sweeper, operated by Wilson Trood. You can help … Continued
