While Sonoma has enjoyed a cooler-than-usual summer and lower local wildfire activity, other parts of California have seen significant fire incidents this season. Peak fire season continues through October and disasters can strike at any time – now is the time to prepare so our community can respond, withstand, and recover when it happens here. … Continued
Sonoma County Regional Parks is developing a strategic plan to guide investments in parks, programs, and services through 2028 — and they want your input! Share what matters most to you about our local regional parks, including Arnold Field (home of the Sonoma Stompers) and nearby favorites like Maxwell Farms Regional Park, Larson Park, Ernie … Continued
The City of Sonoma’s General Plan Update Task Force will meet on Monday, August 18, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. in the Emergency Operations Center at 175 First Street West. The primary focus of this meeting will be a review of the Draft Conservation and Open Space Element, now available on the General … Continued
The City of Sonoma is expanding interment capacity to ensure that all who wish to be laid to rest in Sonoma have a place to do so. Newly added columbarium niches are now available for purchase at both Mountain Cemetery and Veterans’ Cemetery, offering additional cremation options in settings that reflect Sonoma’s unique blend of … Continued
The City of Sonoma is proud to launch its first-ever Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program, a comprehensive guide to help residents and city staff work together to address traffic safety concerns in local neighborhoods. The program provides a structured process for evaluating and implementing traffic calming measures—such as signage, striping, temporary speed bumps, or more involved … Continued
In response to community comments and questions regarding noise associated with Transcendence Theatre Company’s (TTC) Broadway Under the Stars performances at the Field of Dreams, the City of Sonoma is hosting a community meeting to provide a forum for open dialogue. When: Thursday, August 7, 2025 Time: 12:00 PM (Noon) Where: City Emergency Operations Center … Continued
The beloved Sonoma City Party is back! Join friends and neighbors for this free community celebration on Tuesday, August 5, from 5:00 to 9:30 PM in the historic Sonoma Plaza. This year, the party moves to Tuesday night, but you can still count on the same great live music, local food and drink, and Sonoma … Continued
The City of Sonoma’s General Plan Update Task Force will meet on Monday, August 4, 2025, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the Emergency Operations Center at 175 First Street West. The primary focus of this meeting will be to continue reviewing the Draft Circulation Element, which explores transportation networks and mobility within the … Continued
The Sonoma City Council has adopted a balanced Operating and Capital Budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025–26, totaling $44.7 million. The approved budget reflects the City’s continued commitment to protecting essential services, supporting community priorities, and maintaining long-term fiscal sustainability—despite rising costs and economic uncertainty facing communities across the state and nation. Alongside the budget’s approval, … Continued
The City of Sonoma is pleased to welcome Dave Jahns as its first Parks and Recreation Director. This new role, made possible in part by Measure T, marks a major step in enhancing Sonoma’s parks, recreation, and community services. Jahns will lead the City’s newly formed department, overseeing 19 parks, trails, and preserves, three cemeteries, … Continued
