Read this press release in PDF format. July 23, 2025 – Sonoma, CA – The City of Sonoma is pleased to announce the hiring of Dave Jahns as its first Parks and Recreation Director, marking a major milestone in the City’s efforts to enhance and coordinate parks, recreation, and community services. This newly created position, made … Continued
While not located within the City of Sonoma or Sonoma Valley, Lakeville Highway is a vital commute and travel route for many Sonoma residents. The Sonoma County Transportation Authority (SCTA) has launched the Lakeville Corridor Feasibility Study to explore improvements to this key regional corridor—and your input is needed. A short online survey is now … Continued
The Rosé 5K and Napa to Sonoma Wine Country Half Marathon return to the Sonoma Plaza this weekend, bringing thousands of runners and visitors to the area. Please be advised that both events will result in temporary road closures and traffic delays. Rosé 5K – Saturday, July 19, 2025Motorists should expect traffic impacts along the … Continued
The Sonoma County Department of Emergency Management is updating the County’s Emergency Operations Plan and is inviting community members to provide input. The plan serves as a high-level guide for how the County and its partners, including the City of Sonoma, prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies such as wildfires, floods, and other … Continued
The City of Sonoma is pleased to welcome Hannah Smith to our Community Development Department team! Hannah recently joined the Building Division as our new Permit Technician, where she’ll serve as a first point of contact at City Hall, assisting residents, contractors, and developers with permit applications, fee calculations, and general building and planning inquiries. … Continued
Looking to save energy, reduce utility bills, and make your home more comfortable? Two free programs are available to Sonoma residents that can help improve your home’s energy efficiency and sustainability—at no cost to you. BayREN’s Energy Assessment and Savings for the Environment (EASE) ProgramBayREN’s EASE Program provides free home assessments to help identify simple … Continued
The City of Sonoma’s General Plan Update Task Force will meet on Monday, July 14, 2025, at 5:30 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 Circulation Element, now available on the General Plan Update website. This element explores … Continued
The deadline to apply for the City of Sonoma’s Utility Box Art Wrap Pilot Program is fast approaching. Artists and artist teams have until Monday, July 15, 2025, at 11:59 PM to submit their proposals. This public art initiative—part of the City’s broader Public Art Program—will feature original artwork printed on vinyl and installed on … Continued
The City of Sonoma is launching a new initiative to build a Cultural Asset Inventory—and we’re inviting the community to help identify the people, places, events, and traditions that define our city’s unique cultural identity. This effort is part of the City’s Public Art Program development and supports a future application to become a designated … Continued
As we approach Independence Day, we hope everyone is gearing up for a fantastic week filled with community spirit, festivities, and family fun. Here are some important updates to help you plan your week. YES! There will be a Tuesday Night Market on July 1st We are pleased to announce that the Tuesday Night Market … Continued
