Starting January 1, 2024, the minimum wage rate in the City of Sonoma is $17.60/hour for large employers (26 or more employees) and $16.56/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 … Continued
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 … Continued
Thank you to all who joined us for the initial Community Visioning Workshop on November 2nd. Your valuable insights play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our city through the ongoing Sonoma General Plan Update. The success of this crucial process hinges on the active engagement of our community members, and we genuinely … Continued
The City of Sonoma cordially invites the public to a special public viewing of the Valley of the Moon Vintage Festival poster exhibit, currently on display at Sonoma City Council Chambers. Date: November 7th, 2023 Time: 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Location: Sonoma City Council Chambers 177 First Street West Sonoma, CA 95476 We encourage … Continued
We extend our gratitude to those who were able to participate in the community meeting at Valley Oaks Park (pictured). We’re excited to introduce an online questionnaire that will help shape the upcoming park improvements. To respond to several questions, participants will need to be familiar with the three concept design alternatives. You can view … Continued
Thank you for the comments we received on the Draft Climate Action Strategies last month! City staff has incorporated your comments as applicable in an updated draft, now available to view/download on our website, that will be presented to the Climate Action Commission at thier meeting on November 8, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. About the … Continued
Join the City of Sonoma at the first of two interactive community workshops to discuss strengths, issues, opportunities, and your vision for the City of Sonoma through 2045 this Thursday, November 2nd beginning at 6:00 p.m. When: November 2nd and/or November 13th, 2023 – 6:00 p.m. Where: Vintage House, 264 First Street East, Sonoma All … Continued
We want to extend our gratitude to those who’ve already signed up for our volunteer workday at Veterans’ Cemetery. If you haven’t had a chance to register yet, we kindly request your participation through Eventbrite. Click here to ensure the success of this event and ensure we have adequate resources. We understand everyone’s schedule varies, … Continued
UPDATE 10/27, 1:40 PM – The National Weather Service has upgraded the fire weather concerns to a Red Flag Warning for the North Bay Interior Mountains. North-northeast winds are expected to develop early Saturday morning across the ridges of the North Bay, East Bay, and the Santa Cruz Mountains. Dry, offshore winds will peak late … Continued
SCTA is currently creating the Sonoma County Active Transportation Plan (ATP). Active transportation refers to “human-powered” modes of travel, like walking, biking, or using mobility devices. The ATP will focus on increasing access to active transportation modes by planning for infrastructure projects and supportive programs. SCTA is partnering with Sonoma, Unincorporated Sonoma County, Cloverdale, Cotati, … Continued
