Category: City News

Celebrate the Holidays Safely, A Message from Mayor Harvey

This week’s rain, cooler temperatures and those spectacular fall colors are welcome signs that fire season is nearly behind us and the holiday season is ahead. Of course, as with so many other things in 2020, the holiday season will look different this year as gatherings, traditions and events are being reimagined with COVID-19 health … Continued

State Issues Limited Stay at Home Order effective November 21

In light of an unprecedented, rapid rise in COVID-19 cases across California, Governor Gavin Newsom and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) today announced a limited Stay at Home Order requiring generally that non-essential work, movement and gatherings stop between 10 PM and 5 AM in counties in the purple tier. The order will take effect … Continued

Mask Up! State issues new mask-wearing guidance

New mask-wearing guidance was issued from the State as part of the Governor’s announcement this week that mandates that face coverings be worn at all times when outside of the home with some exceptions listed below. Please read the new guidance which supersedes the existing face coverings guidance. Individuals are exempt from wearing face coverings … Continued

Local Businesses invited to participate in “Send Sonoma” Holiday Shopping Portal

The Sonoma Valley Chamber of Commerce has launched “Send Sonoma” (www.sendsonoma.com) to support local shopping during the holiday season.  The portal promotes online shopping, phone orders, curbside pickup, and gift cards as convenient options for those who may not be comfortable shopping in person to find unique gifts while supporting local businesses. There are dedicated … Continued

City now accepting parklet beautification reimbursement applications

Businesses in city limits that have expanded service to parklets may be eligible for reimbursement of costs of decorative materials. The City’s Parklet Beautification Reimbursement Program is designed to support the use of parklets in the public right-of-way by businesses affected by COVID-19 health regulations and to support a vibrant downtown environment that benefits all … Continued

City Council Meeting – November 16th, 6:00PM

A meeting of Sonoma City Council will be held on Monday, October 19th at 6:00 pm. View the full agenda including items on the consent calendar on our CivicWeb Portal.  The items to be considered on the regular calendar are: Provisions of the City’s Minimum Wage Ordinance Regarding the Health Benefits Options to Site and Promote Public Access … Continued

COVID-19 testing guidance for Sonoma County businesses

Local businesses can play a pivotal role in helping to prevent and mitigate the spread of COVID-19 by testing, working with community partners, and modeling best practices. Sonoma County Department of Health Services (DHS) and the Economic Development Board (EDB) are asking local businesses to help slow the spread and open the economy. Learn more … Continued

Recommendations for safer holidays and travel

The following is a press release from the County of Sonoma – Leer en Español The Sonoma County Department of Health Services today joined health officers from the counties of Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Monterey, Napa, San Mateo, San Francisco, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz and the city of Berkeley in issuing joint recommendations for staying … Continued

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