The public is invited to attend a Community Meeting scheduled for Thursday, October 12, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, located at 177 First Street West, Sonoma. This will be a “hybrid meeting” in that those interested in participating can do so in person or virtually on Zoom. During this event, attendees … Continued
The City of Sonoma has set a challenging goal of reaching “net zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2030.” The Climate Action Commission has been working closely with city staff to prepare the Draft Climate Action Strategies, setting out a range of feasible measures designed to accomplish this objective. The Draft Climate Action Strategies document, which … Continued
The County of Sonoma, Climate Action and Resiliency Division is pleased to announce the latest online homeowner workshops in an ongoing series for those interested in learning more about the benefits of making improvements that will help make your home more energy efficient and resilient. The online workshops are held from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 … Continued
The City of Sonoma is celebrating Zero Waste Week, July 23 – 30. On October 19, 2020, the City Council adopted a resolution with the goal of achieving zero waste by 2030. This resolution encourages our community to: Reduce the amount of waste landfilled by increasing recycling and composting, Reduce the amount of waste created … Continued
A flock of sheep from Perennial Grazing will arrive end of this week to begin fuels reduction grazing on the Montini Open Space Preserve. They will plan to be on-site for approximately 10 days, from June 2nd through the 12th. The managed grazing will focus on the lower meadow areas adjacent to the Field of … Continued
Congratulations to Amiee Chavez and Lily Gelb, winners of the 3rd Annual Earth Day Photography Contest! As part of Earth Day 2023, the City held a “Park Exploration” Photo Contest encouraging people to submit photos of their favorite view, spot, plants, or creatures in or from a Sonoma Valley park, preserve, or open space. The … Continued
The Sonoma Valley Chamber of Commerce and City of Sonoma are pleased to announce that The Epicurean Connection is this year’s Earth Day Sustainable Business Honoree! Located at 19670 8th Street E. Suite A in Sonoma Valley, The Epicurean Connection was founded by Sheana Davis who believes sustainability, locally sourced food, and simple ingredients matter. … Continued
Sonoma has an amazing number of beautiful parks spread throughout the city. Have you explored them all? Now is your chance. The City of Sonoma is sponsoring a scavenger hunt for Earth Week focusing on 12 of the City’s parks. The City created a map that connects these 12 parks. Participants are especially encouraged to … Continued
Thank you to all of the photographers who submitted photos of mother nature and all its wonders from or of a Sonoma Valley park or publically accessible open space in honor of Earth Day. View the virtual exhibition and vote for your favorite through April 19, 2023, at www.sonomacity.org/earth-day-photography-contest/. Winners are to be announced on … Continued
Join the City of Sonoma in celebrating Fix-a-Leak Week by tightening loose faucets and pipes, checking the toilet for leaks, checking your outdoor spigot for leaks, and inspecting your irrigation system for broken lines and sprinkler heads. But really, it’s best to keep water conservation top-of-mind throughout the year. Find and Fix Leaks to Save Water … Continued
