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Sounds of the Season – Holiday Music Series returns to the Plaza

The festive melodies of the holiday season are set to return to the heart of Sonoma Plaza with the Holiday Music Series, presented by Music In Place and proudly sponsored by the Sonoma Tourism Improvement District. Starting December 1st and continuing throughout the month, locals and visitors alike are invited to experience the magic of … Continued

Tree Maintenance Project at Depot Park begins November 27th

We wish to notify the community about an upcoming tree maintenance project at Depot Park in the City of Sonoma. Commencing on November 27, 2023, this project will be carried out by A Plus Tree Services, in collaboration with the City’s arborist. The arborist will assess the health and structural integrity of the trees during … Continued

Press Release: Sonoma Valley High School Threat, November 9, 2023

View this Press Release as a PDF Sonoma, Ca – November 10, 2023 – Thursday morning (11/9/23) at approximately 9:49 am, a Sonoma Valley High School staff member received an email threat of violence to the school campus. Based on the threat received, the school staff acted immediately and in accordance with their training and … Continued

New Sonoma Minimum Wage Rates effective January 1, 2024

Starting January 1, 2024, the minimum wage rate in the City of Sonoma is $17.60/hour for large employers (26 or more employees) and $16.56/hour for small employers (25 or fewer employees). The scheduled increase is included in the minimum wage ordinance adopted by the City Council in 2019 after a minimum wage study, which became Chapter 2.80 of the … Continued

Free sand now available to residents at Depot Park – BYO sandbags!

With our first Atmospheric River on the way this week, we encourage you to take time to prepare for the rainy season ahead. If your property has a history of flooding, please don’t wait for a storm to prepare sandbags. Sandbags can be prepared and kept on hand throughout the winter. Free sandbags are now … Continued

General Plan Updates: Our City, Our Future

Thank you to all who joined us for the initial Community Visioning Workshop on November 2nd.  Your valuable insights play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our city through the ongoing Sonoma General Plan Update. The success of this crucial process hinges on the active engagement of our community members, and we genuinely … Continued

You’re Invited to the Valley of the Moon Vintage Festival Poster Exhibit!

The City of Sonoma cordially invites the public to a special public viewing of the Valley of the Moon Vintage Festival poster exhibit, currently on display at Sonoma City Council Chambers. Date: November 7th, 2023 Time: 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Location: Sonoma City Council Chambers 177 First Street West Sonoma, CA 95476 We encourage … Continued

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