Category: City News

Crosswalk Resurfacing and Painting Project Completed Ahead of Schedule

We are pleased to announce that the crosswalk resurfacing and painting project in front of Sonoma City Hall has been completed ahead of schedule. The horseshoe driveway is now open for normal use and will not be impacted on May 30th, as originally scheduled. Thank you for your patience and cooperation during the project. We … Continued

Section of Sonoma Plaza Park Closed Due to Tree Hazard

UPDATE 6/13/24: Following a comprehensive assessment following the tree’s diagnosis of Oak Root Fungus (Armillaria mellea) it has been determined that the American Elm poses no imminent danger. As a result, the barricades have been removed around the tree. Original Post For public safety, a portion of the Northeast quadrant of Sonoma Plaza Park near the … Continued

UPDATE: Temporary Closure of Horseshoe Driveway in Front of Sonoma City Hall

Update: The crosswalk resurfacing and repainting project was completed earlier than anticipated and City Hall guest parking and the horseshoe driveway will be open Thursday, May 30th as usual. ———- Original Post: Please be advised that the horseshoe driveway in front of Sonoma City Hall will be closed to all traffic on the following dates … Continued

Vegetation Management & Weed Abatement

Temperatures are rising, grasses are drying, and fire season is near – it’s time to take measures to create defensible space around your home by managing vegetation. Proper Vegetation Management and Weed Abatement play a critical role in reducing potential fire hazards. The Sonoma Valley Fire District’s (SVFD) Annual Weed Abatement Program is in full swing … Continued

Introducing our new Finance Director: Welcoming Prapti Aryal to Sonoma!

Exciting news is on the horizon for Sonoma as we proudly introduce Prapti Aryal, our latest addition to the team as Finance Director. After an exhaustive search, we are delighted to have Prapti on board, bringing with her over eight years of invaluable experience in municipal finance. Prapti’s tenure as Finance Director in Clayton showcased … Continued

Sidewalk Trip Hazard Repair Maintenance Work May – July

Starting on May 9th, Precision Concrete Cutting (PCC) will perform limited sidewalk trip hazard repair maintenance work and inspections under contract with the City of Sonoma. PCC will work between 7 AM – 10 AM in and around the downtown Sonoma Plaza, including sidewalks in and around the Plaza and along Broadway between Napa Street … Continued

Celebrate the first Tuesday Night Market of the Season – May 7th, 5 – 8 PM

Join us as we kick off Sonoma’s Tuesday Night Market season on May 7th at Sonoma Plaza. The opening program starts at 5:00 p.m. with welcoming remarks, a preview of this season’s offerings, and recognition of the 2024 Earth Day Photography Contest winner. Live entertainment, including a Celebration Dance Night for KSVY’s 20th anniversary, begins … Continued

City of Sonoma Honors Noa Malone with 2024 Student Creative Artist Award

Musician and Violist, Noa Malone has been selected as the recipient of the 2024 Student Creative Artist Award of $2000 by the City of Sonoma Cultural and Fine Arts Commission (Commission). Noa was chosen from a pool of nine impressive applicants. The Commission deliberated carefully at their April 25th meeting before unanimously selecting Noa for the award, which recognizes outstanding … Continued

Sonoma Active Transportation Plan: Join the Conversation

The Sonoma Active Transportation Plan is underway! Last fall, the Sonoma County Transit Authority (SCTA) collected over 100 ideas for sidewalk improvements, higher visibility crosswalks, and new bicycle paths. The City of Sonoma (City) is committed to fostering safer and more enticing environments for walking, biking, and utilizing mobility devices, both for everyday commuting and … Continued

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