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Climate Action Strategies & Achievements

Climate Action Strategies The City of Sonoma has set a challenging goal of reaching “net zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2030.” The Climate Action Commission worked closely with city staff to prepare the Climate Action Strategies, setting out a range of feasible measures to accomplish this objective. This draft plan was updated after receiving...

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...

Sustainability and Climate Action

The City of Sonoma is committed to sustainability. While the City has taken a leadership role, implementing climate actions and enhancing environmental sustainability requires a community-wide effort. We invite you to explore this website to learn how you can participate to increase your own climate actions and sustainability efforts. Follow the links below to learn...

Sustainable Tourism

Sonoma’s rich history, welcoming atmosphere, and world-class wines attract tourists from around the world. We urge all our visitors to practice sustainable tourism to reduce your carbon footprint, which reduces our community’s carbon footprint. Below are various resources to help you save energy including Sustainable Tourism Tools and Sustainable Tourism Actions. Sustainable Tourism Tools Sustainable...

Other Climate & Sustainability Actions

There are a variety of other climate and sustainability actions that foster community environmental sustainability. The actions can directly and indirectly reduce our carbon footprint. In addition, many of these also provide various co-benefits such as improved recreation opportunities, sustainable tourism, improved wildlife habitat, access to local fresh food, and supporting our local economy. Below...

Recycling and Waste Reduction

The prevention and elimination of solid waste is a critical step in sustainability. The production of goods is one of the main contributors to global climate change. Avoiding the purchase of single-use items reduces the upstream impacts (the production side) and the downstream impacts (waste, litter, and marine pollution). And, greenhouse gas pollutants are generated...

Transportation

Fossil fuel consumed for transportation is the largest contributor of greenhouse gas (GHG) pollution in Sonoma accounting for 60% of our overall GHG emissions. Not driving or driving less by carpooling; using Sonoma’s public transportation or a taxi or rideshare or shifting to people-powered transportation by walking or biking are key actions you can take....

Water Conservation

Water is a precious and limited resource in California. Reducing your consumption of water through conservation measures helps to save this resource while reducing the energy consumption and associated greenhouse gas pollution to pump, treat, and distribute water in addition to pumping and treating wastewater. Below are various resources to help you save water including...

Energy Conservation

Energy consumption in our homes, businesses, public buildings, and schools is the second largest contributor of greenhouse gas pollution in Sonoma accounting for 23% of overall GHG emissions. The more fossil-fuel based electricity and natural gas we consume, the greater the environmental impact. Reducing the amount of energy we consume through energy efficiency and energy...

Police Dept Use of Force Policy Review Presentation

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...

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...

We're Here for You, Sonoma

During the COVID-19 pandemic and economic recession, City revenues are down and the need for services is up. Although we have modified the delivery of some City services and some employees are working partially remotely these days, your City team is "on the job", finding innovative ways to safely meet the needs of the Sonoma community....

City of Sonoma Temporary Parklet and Sidewalk Extension Guide

Sonoma businesses can now apply for a temporary parklet to make use of parking spaces on the City street adjacent to the business. The following guidelines will allow the utilization of traditional parking spaces to allow for business expansion opportunities for restaurants and tasting rooms that have severe restrictions on indoor seating and/or limited outdoor...

City of Sonoma Standards for Parklets and Sidewalk Extensions

To assist businesses the following standard plans have been created. The purpose of the standard plans is to provide a pre-approved standard design for construction. A building permit will be required if the standard plan requirements can not be met or they are deviated from.

Encroachment Permit and Terms and Conditions Parklet and Sidewalk Extensions

Sonoma businesses can now apply for a temporary parklet to make use of parking spaces on the City street adjacent to the business. The Encroachment Permit, Terms and Conditions and Insurance documentation are City requirements for all businesses looking to expand their operational space by utilizing traditional parking spaces. This type of use allows business...

Pre-Planned Evacuation Zones

In the event of a large-scale emergency requiring mass evacuations, the City of Sonoma and County of Sonoma developed designated evacuation zones for the entire community. It's important to know your zone ahead of time so that you can quickly evacuate if orders for your zone were issued. The City of Sonoma is divided into four zones...

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,...

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...

UPDATE 10/1: Red Flag Warning issued Through Saturday, 6:00 AM | Heat Advisory Through Friday, 8:00 PM

UPDATE 10/1, 1:45 PM: The National Weather Service has extended the Red Flag Warning through Saturday, October 3rd at 6:00 AM (originally Friday at 6:00 PM) and has extended the Heat Advisory through Friday, October 2nd at 8:00 PM (originally Thursday at 8:00 PM). ORIGINAL POST: Hot, dry...

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