View this Press Release as a PDF Sonoma, CA – June 2, 2025 – The City of Sonoma is pleased to announce a call for artists for its new Utility Box Art Wrap Pilot Program. As part of the City’s growing Public Art Program, this initiative invites artists and artist teams to submit original artwork … Continued
The City of Sonoma invites community members to review and comment on the newly released Draft Local Economy Element of the General Plan Update. This element outlines strategies to strengthen Sonoma’s economic vitality while preserving its historic character and quality of life. It includes goals and policies related to sustainable development, business diversity, tourism, and … Continued
The City of Sonoma’s 2024 Water Quality Report is now available online. This annual report provides important information about the City’s drinking water, including the results of water quality testing conducted throughout the past year and details about where our water comes from, how it’s treated, and how it compares to state and federal standards. … Continued
The City of Sonoma is pleased to announce that the Upper Sonoma Overlook Trail has reopened on schedule following a planned closure for repairs and trail improvements. The work, completed over five hitches by crews from the American Conservation Experience (ACE) in partnership with the Sonoma Overlook Trail Stewards, focused on enhancing trail accessibility and … Continued
The Sonoma City Council will hold a public Budget Study Session on Thursday, May 22, 2025, beginning at 9:00 a.m. in the City’s Emergency Operations Center (177 First Street West). This study session is an opportunity for the City Council to review and provide feedback on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025–2026 Operating and Capital Budget … Continued
Please be advised that a section of Harrington Drive near 390 Harrington Drive will be closed to through traffic beginning Monday May 19, 2025, through Tuesday, May 27, 2025, due to construction activity related to a new residence. LOCATION: Harrington Drive near 390 Harrington Drive, between the intersection with Manor Drive and the driveway to 390 Harrington Drive. Local … Continued
Temperatures are rising, grasses are drying, and fire season is near – it’s time to take measures to create defensible space around your home by managing vegetation. Proper Vegetation Management and Weed Abatement play a critical role in reducing potential fire hazards. The Sonoma Valley Fire District’s (SVFD) Annual Weed Abatement Program is in full swing and is … Continued
The City of Sonoma has released the Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) and Initial Study for the proposed Montaldo Apartments project, located at 19320 Sonoma Highway. The public is invited to review and comment on the document during the 45-day comment period from May 12 – June 25, 2025. About the Project The Montaldo Apartments … Continued
The City of Sonoma is moving forward with adopting the Fire Hazard Severity Zone (FHSZ) map, which designates areas based on their level of wildfire risk. This map is required under Government Code Section 51179 and has been reviewed in partnership with the Sonoma Valley Fire District (SVFD) and CalFire. The updated FHSZ map is … Continued
Teagan Rhodes, a senior at Sonoma Valley High School, has been selected by the City of Sonoma’s Cultural and Fine Arts Commission as the recipient of the 2025 Student Creative Artist Award, which includes a $2,000 prize. This year, the Commission also recognized two additional students with merit awards: Margaret (Maggie) Brown received a $500 … Continued
