The City of Sonoma is pleased to announce the appointment of two internal candidates to new supervisory roles within the Parks and Recreation and Public Works departments. These promotions reflect the City’s commitment to recognizing talent, experience, and leadership from within our organization. Tom Arrington Appointed Parks Division Supervisor Tom Arrington has been appointed Supervisor … Continued
The Parks, Recreation and Open Space (PROS) Commission will review the 90% design plans for the Olsen Park Improvement Capital Improvement Project (CIP P-8) at its meeting on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 177 First Street West in Sonoma. City staff and the project design team from LandCulture … Continued
The Sonoma Ecology Center (SEC) will conduct controlled pile burns at Montini Open Space Preserve on Friday, November 7, as part of ongoing wildfire risk-reduction and ecological restoration efforts funded by the California State Coastal Conservancy. While the park will remain open to visitors, some trails may be temporarily impacted during the operation. Please follow … Continued
Due to forecasted rain, the Mountain Cemetery Volunteer Workday originally scheduled for Saturday, October 25, 2025, has been postponed to Saturday, November 8, 2025. The new date will coincide with the previously scheduled Veterans’ Cemetery Volunteer Workday, giving volunteers the opportunity to assist at one or both sites on the same day. We appreciate everyone’s … Continued
The City of Sonoma invites community members to lend a hand at Mountain Cemetery on Saturday, October 25, 2025, for our next volunteer workday. These events are a great way to help preserve and beautify our historic cemeteries while connecting with neighbors and enjoying a day outdoors. Volunteers will take part in a variety of … Continued
Looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference in your community? The City of Sonoma has four exciting opportunities open right now, and we’re looking for dedicated, motivated people to join our team. We’re currently hiring for: Environmental Compliance Analyst – Help oversee the City’s stormwater program and support other environmental initiatives. … Continued
The City of Sonoma is taking another step toward a climate-resilient future with the launch of a citywide Tree Inventory, scheduled for October 1 through October 9, 2025. This effort is part of the City’s broader Climate Smart Sonoma initiative, which tracks and shares updates on progress of the Citys adopted Climate Action Strategies, local … Continued
A big thank you to the volunteers and City staff who joined us for the Valley Cemetery volunteer workday last weekend! Even with a smaller crew, the group made a huge impact. Together they raked and cleared so many pine needles, branches, and leaves that they filled an entire debris bin — and had to … Continued
Notice of Tree Removal & Maintenance The County of Sonoma will be removing several trees on County property at Hughes Field (Little League baseball fields on 1st St East). In coordination with this work, a small number of trees on adjacent City of Sonoma property near Depot Park will also be addressed. Out of an … Continued
The City of Sonoma invites community members to take part in upcoming Cemetery Volunteer Workdays at Valley Cemetery, Mountain Cemetery, and Veterans’ Cemetery. These special days of service are an opportunity to roll up your sleeves, work alongside neighbors, and help preserve some of Sonoma’s most meaningful historic sites. Each cemetery has unique needs, from … Continued
