In the final Sonoma City Council meeting of 2023 held on December 20th, the Sonoma City Council underwent a reorganization, recognizing outgoing Mayor Sandra Lowe and ushering in new leadership. The City Council Reorganization commenced as the Vice Mayor ceremoniously presented Mayor Sandra Lowe with a crystal gavel, accompanied by expressions of gratitude for her … Continued
Thank you to all who participated in the Community Workshops for the Sonoma General Plan Update in November. Your active engagement and valuable contributions continue to shape the future of our city, and we appreciate your commitment to this important process. If you were unable to attend the workshops or wish to revisit the discussions, … Continued
Please join us in commemorating the 41-year career of Wayne Wirick, the City of Sonoma’s Development Services Director and Building Official. A special recognition will take place at the City Council’s final meeting of the year on December 20th at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 177 First St. West. For those unable to … Continued
View/Download this Press Release as a PDF Sonoma, CA – December 11, 2023 – Wayne Wirick, Development Services Director, and Building Official for the City of Sonoma (City), will retire at the close of 2023, marking the end of an exceptional career spanning over four decades with the City. The City Council will recognize Wayne … Continued
The City of Sonoma Parks, Recreation and Open Space Commission is set to convene on Wednesday, December 13th, at 6:00 pm to consider the Preferred Concept Plan for Sonoma Valley Oaks Park. The proposal will be presented by Ann Baker of LandCulture LLP, a consulting firm engaged by Public Works to lead a comprehensive community … Continued
The City Council will conduct a public hearing at thier regular meeting to consider an appeal by the Applicant regarding the Planning Commission’s decision to approve the Use Permit, Exception to Development Code Loading Standard, Reduction of Residential Component, Design Review, Demolition Permit, and Lot Line Adjustment for the Hotel Project Sonoma. Date and Time: … Continued
Starting from December 4th for several weeks, Sonoma County Regional Parks in collaboration with Audubon Canyon Ranch – Bouverie Preserve will be conducting controlled pile burns at the Sonoma Valley Regional Park in Glen Ellen and the neighboring Preserve. While the park will remain open, some trails may be impacted, so please observe closure signs. … Continued
We wanted to inform you about an exciting event taking place in the plaza this Saturday—the Vintners and Growers Alliance Lighted Tractor Parade. Please see below for details and street closures for this unique celebration. Event Details: Date: Saturday, December 2nd Schedule & Parade Route: 6:00 PM – Tractors begin the parade at the Veterans … Continued
We’re in the midst of the beautiful fall season in Sonoma – prime time for some leaf pile jumping and raking fun. But here’s a friendly reminder: after all the leafy excitement, let’s make sure we dispose of those fallen leaves properly. In an ongoing effort to maintain clean and debris-free waterways and streets, the … Continued
Responses Due: Friday, December 15 @ 4:30 p.m. PST Estimated Available Funding: $33,000 The City of Sonoma is seeking qualified applicants to respond to a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the management and operation of an Extreme Weather Warming Center. This effort is designed to establish a nighttime low-barrier shelter, specifically catering to individuals experiencing … Continued
