Category: City News

PG&E Planned Power Shutoff “WATCH” & Red Flag Warning This Week

UPDATED 10/13, 10:48 AM The National Weather Service has issued a ‘Red Flag Warning’ due to dry conditions and gusty winds in the North Bay Mountains beginning Wednesday, October 14th at 5:00 AM through Friday, October 16th at 11:00 AM. Due to these conditions, PG&E ‪has raised the Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) potential to … Continued

Temporary Parklet and Sidewalk Extension Guide now available for local businesses

Sonoma has always valued its small-town character which is supported by small unique businesses, many of which have been homegrown in the Sonoma Valley. Unfortunately, in March of this year, the coronavirus dramatically affected how we live, our public health and the economy. For Sonoma County, State guidance has closed restaurants for indoor dining, increasing … Continued

Council receives presentation on Use of Force policies

Mayors and law enforcement leaders in Sonoma County recently came together and made a commitment to review law enforcement “use of force” policies and identify any necessary changes.  The City of Sonoma contracts for law enforcement services with Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office, and the operational policies of the Sheriff’s Department are followed by deputies assigned … Continued

Sonoma County Traffic Safety Experiences and Concerns Survey

Your input is needed! Please take this short survey about your traffic safety experiences and concerns. Anyone who lives in Sonoma County can take the survey. Responses will be used to create a Vision Zero Action Plan to eliminate traffic deaths. English: https://forms.gle/AJesqKGXhMyMppzp6 ¡Necesitamos tu opinión! Responde a esta breve encuesta sobre tus experiencias e … Continued

Keeping Meetings Working for Sonoma

City meetings that are accessible and open to public participation are at the heart of local government. It’s now been more than five months since the City’s transition to holding City Council and other public meetings remotely due to COVID-19. Meet the “dynamic duo” behind this effort, City Clerk Rebekah Barr and Administrative Clerk LaTonya … Continued

City Council Meeting – October 5th, 6:00 PM

A meeting of Sonoma City Council will be held on Monday, October 5th st 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: Request from Vintage House to Construct Building Improvements and to Extend their Lease Progress Update, … Continued

City’s Outdoor Playgrounds Allowed Open with COVID-Safety Guidelines

The California Department of Health has guidelines for keeping outdoor community playgrounds safe for all. The new guidance allows outdoor playgrounds to be open, with COVID-safety guidelines in place. This guidance provides direction on the usage of outdoor playgrounds and outdoor recreational facilities to support a safe environment for children and families. It applies to … Continued

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