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City Council Meeting – July 23, 2018

A regular meeting of Sonoma City Council will be held on Monday, July 23 at 6 pm. View the full agenda and staff reports. Items on the regular calendar to be considered by the City Council include: Appointing James Moore as Interim Planning and Community Services Director Cannabis Initiative Measure Revenue Measure to Increase Transient … Continued

Revised Draft EIR for West Napa Street Hotel Project Now Available

In July of 2017, the City Council took action on an appeal of the Planning Commission’s decision to certify an Environmental Impact (EIR) prepared for the West Napa Street Hotel project. The City Council voted to uphold the appeal to direct staff and the environmental consultants to prepare a Revised EIR addressing specified topics, including … Continued

22nd Annual Sonoma City Party – August 2, 2018

The Sonoma City Council and City of Sonoma is delighted to present the 22nd Annual Sonoma City Party. The City of Sonoma hosts this community party to bring our local community together for fun, festivities and to celebrate our special town. A long standing tradition, this unique event celebrates the rich history of Sonoma, its residents, businesses and … Continued

Nomination Period Open for the 2018 General Municipal Election

Anyone  interested in running for City Council is required to complete the filing nomination process. The nomination period for the 2018 General Municipal Election opened on Monday, July 16, 2018, and  closes at 5:00 pm, Friday, August 10, 2018. If one of the incumbents does not file, the nomination period will be extended to 5:00 pm, … Continued

Overlook Trail Rehab Project – Progress Photos

The Sonoma Overlook Trail Stewards have posted photographs of the American Conservation Experience team working on the trail.  You can read the full update and see the progress photos on their website, overlookmontini.org. The extensive rehabilitation project to make a more sustainable Sonoma Overlook Trail began June 17, 2018, during which time the trail will … Continued

Alternative Trails – Sonoma Overlook Trail Closure

While the Sonoma Overlook Trail is closed, the Sonoma Overlook Trail Stewards suggest these nearby alternatives: Mountain Cemetery, see map at the Overlook trailhead kiosk or download Montini Open Space Preserve, Trailhead at Fourth Street West near Haraszthy; and behind the Field of Dreams (adjacent to the police station parking lot). Free Community Hike led by Jeni Nichols … Continued

2018 Water Rate Update – Proposed Rate Increases

Notices concerning proposed water rate increases were sent to City water customers and property owners last week. The City of Sonoma is subject to the California Water Code and Proposition 218 and is required to charge its customers only the cost to serve water. In January 2018, the City hired Raftelis to prepare a detailed … Continued

Sonoma Cheese Factory Appeal Set for July 30th

Following approval by the Planning Commission at the meeting of April 12, 2018, an appeal of the mitigated negative declaration and use permit for the Sonoma Cheese Factory was filed. This appeal has been scheduled for hearing by the City Council on July 30th, 2018.

City Seeks Candidates for Accounting Technician Position

ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN – City of Sonoma ($59,774-$72,655 per year) Immediate opening for a full-time Accounting Technician. Performs a variety of complex and technical accounting functions in one or more assigned areas, including payroll, utility billing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, business licenses, and/or cash entries and deposits; provides technical support to the Deputy Finance Director and/or … Continued

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