Plastic bags, wraps, and film of any color, size, or shape are not accepted in Sonoma’s curbside recycling cart (the blue cart). These items are referred to as “tanglers” because they clog the machinery used to process recyclable materials. Each day, plastic bags must be removed by hand. To bring awareness to this issue, The … Continued
Celebrate mother nature and all its wonders in the 3rd Annual City of Sonoma Earth Day Photo Contest. This year’s photography contest theme is Park Exploration. Submit your photo of a local, Sonoma Valley park or publically accessible open space by April 10th. All ages are welcome to enter, and one winner from each of … Continued
A flood watch has been issued by the National Weather Service From Thursday afternoon (March 9th) through Sunday morning (March 12th .due to the likelihood of a rain event that could range from 1.5 to 4 inches. Pre-existing saturated soils from the past two months of rain will not be able to absorb excess rainfall. … Continued
Have you ever wondered why a speed limit is set at 35 mph vs 25 mph? Do you think there are other traffic safety issues that need to be reviewed to see if there is a better way to improve the safety of drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians? Apply to serve on the City’s Traffic Safety … Continued
Public involvement is crucial to the City’s decision-making process and appointed advisory bodies in the form of commissions and committees are an important and valued part of our City government. These commissions and committees are charged with focusing on key issues within Sonoma and then providing feedback, recommendations, and support to Sonoma City Council on those … Continued
Read the Full Press Release The City of Sonoma Cultural and Fine Arts Commission (CFAC) is now accepting entries for the 2023 Student Creative Arts Award through Friday, April 14, 2023. This award program is open to high school juniors and seniors who reside within the Sonoma Valley Unified School District boundary and demonstrate promise in … Continued
Read the full press release Recognizing the vast knowledge and talent of our community, the City of Sonoma (City) asks individuals to serve on a variety of commissions and committees. These commissions and committees are charged with focusing on key issues within Sonoma and then provide feedback, recommendations, and support to Sonoma City Council on … Continued
View the full Press Release Sonoma Splash and the City of Sonoma will host a series of free community swim days beginning President’s Day – Monday, February 20th – at the new aquatics center at Sonoma Valley High School. The series, funded by a portion of the grant awarded to Sonoma Splash by the City … Continued
Sonoma Mayor Sandra Lowe and the City Council are pleased to announce that art featuring local artists will be displayed in Council Chambers in 2023. The first special art installation is now in place and features works by 2022 Sonoma Treasure Artist, Pat Meier-Johnson. The public is invited to view the special exhibit during City … Continued
A regular meeting of the Sonoma City Council will be held on Wednesday, February 15th at 6:00 pm. View the full agenda, including items on the consent calendar on our CivicWeb Portal. There are no items to be considered on the regular calendar, but there are two public hearing items: Ordinance Amending the Sonoma Municipal Code … Continued
