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Summary: The City Council adopted regulations prohibiting new vacation rentals on December 4, 2017, and the effective date of the new ordinance was thirty days after adoption. Vacation rentals are no longer a conditionally-permitted use in the Mixed Use and Commercial zones (new vacation rentals were already prohibited in residential zones).  An exception provides for...

About the Award The City of Sonoma Cultural and Fine Arts Commission's Student Creative Artist Award Program began in 1988 as the Honorarium Program. It changed to the Steve Silver High School Honorarium in 1992, and became the Student Creative Arts Award Program in 2002.  It is open to Sonoma Valley residents who reside within...

The Alcalde tradition, rooted in California’s pueblo system, celebrates leaders in local governance. Once appointed, the Honorary Alcalde participates in various community events. Kathy Witkowicki, Sonoma's 2025 Honorary Alcalde The City of Sonoma is thrilled to announce Kathy Witkowicki as the 2025 Honorary Alcaldessa! This honorary title recognizes Kathy’s decades of extraordinary service and dedication...

GENERAL MARIANO GUADALUPE VALLEJO (1807-1890) General Mariano Guadalupe Vallejo was an extraordinary Californio.  He founded Sonoma and is remembered today as a great American who contributed a great deal to California both before and after statehood. His life is essentially the history of 19th century Sonoma and his influence is still evident in 21st century Sonoma. A...

            Project Location:  Avenue Del Oro (from Fifth St. East to Cordilleras Drive and #693 Avenue Del Oro to Appleton Way), Aureo Ct, and El Nido Ct. Project Achievements: This project was a part of the City’s commitment to keeping the City’s streets in a safe and functional condition for...

ALL FEES ARE EFFECTIVE AS OF 8/23/2021.    PLEASE CONTACT LISA JANSON, SPECIAL EVENTS MANAGER AT (707)339-5234 OR EMAIL  Ljanson@sonomacity.org FOR MORE INFORMATION. Application Fees The application fee is determined by the amount of time necessary from set-up to tear-down of your event.  If your event from set-up to tear-down lasts less than 8 hours it is...

Only a block from the Historic Sonoma Plaza sits the 4.6 acre Depot Park located at 270-284 First Street West. Depot Park is home to our Depot Park Museum. The park is located adjacent to our scenic Bike Path that runs through town. The amenities include: Picnic Tables, Children’s Playground, Volley Ball Courts, Bocce Ball...

Resources American Red Cross California Department of Forestry & Fire Protection California State Fire Marshal Federal Emergency Management Agency Fire Safety for Seniors Governor’s Office of Emergency Services Infineon Raceway Kid’s Fire Safety Fun National Fire Protection Association National Fire Maps Sonoma County Department of Emergency Services Sonoma County Permit Resource Management Department Sonoma Valley...

Frequently Asked Questions How can I get a copy of my accident report? Call the Police Department at 707-996-3602.  Provide the Report Number, date and contact information. You must be named as a party involved in the accident or an insurer of the named party to obtain a copy of the report. Please bring photo...

If someone calls you, the most important rule is not to give personal, financial, or other sensitive information to anyone over the phone. It doesn’t matter who they claim to be, if someone asks you for your credit card information or check routing number, simply hang up the phone. If you get a call from...

I have a question about the bill that I received for ambulance service? What do I do if my carbon monoxide detector is alarming? Exit the building and get to an area of fresh air. Then call 9-1-1. How can I get natural gas burning appliances checked for carbon monoxide production? Contact PG&E or an...

Notice under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the City of Sonoma (City) will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in the City’s services, programs, or activities. Employment: The City does not discriminate...