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What's the latest on restoring power?

Since the North Bay fires began, about 359,000 PG&E customers lost electric power and about 42,000 lost gas service. PG&E has now restored service to all who can receive it. PG&E has asked the CPUC to waive fees involved with getting temporary power for rebuilding. Customers affected by the fires can go to www.pge.com/cco to sign up...

What's the Sonoma County Community Hotline?

(707) 565-3856 or 2-1-1. This is the number to call regarding information and recovery resources.

2017 Fires: Resources for Recovery & Rebuilding

Information and links to resources for those in Sonoma Valley affected by the 2017 Nuns Fire.

Commissions & Committees

Public involvement is crucial to the City’s decision-making process, and appointed advisory bodies are an important and valued part of City government. There are particular areas of decision-making which benefit from the advice and counsel of qualified residents. Advisory bodies assist the City Council in making the most informed decisions. The Sonoma Municipal Code provides...

Core Values

The city is looking for people that believe in the following core values: Diversity - A commitment to engage, respect, and give equal treatment to all in our organization and community. Innovation - Demonstrating a civic entrepreneurial spirit by generating new ideas and better ways of doing things and engaging in reasonable risk. Integrity -...

What are the City's rules for leaf blowers?

The City's referendum-approved leaf blower ordinance prohibits use of gas-powered leaf blowers. Electric leaf blowers may be used Monday through Saturday (excepting holidays) between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Additional information can be found in this summary of the City's leafblower ordinance.

How do I apply to serve on a Commission?

Sonoma's commissions and committees play an important role in our local government. We invite you to learn more about serving on a commission and the current openings that are available.

Are there volunteer opportunities?

We welcome you to get involved by volunteering in our community. Visit our Volunteer Opportunities page.

Where can I learn about upcoming special events in our community?

Great resources for community event listings include the Sonoma Valley Chamber of Commerce and the Sonoma Valley Visitors Bureau. For events on the Plaza or in Depot Park, you can view the calendar on our Special Events page, or subscribe to e-mail updates on upcoming special events.

Is financial support available for Special Events?

As part of the agreement between the City of Sonoma and the Sonoma Tourism Improvement District (TID), a Special Event Promotional Program has been established as a funding mechanism to support special events that drive overnight room stays within City limits. Preference is provided to special events that are scheduled in the “off-season,” defined as November through...

2017 Sonoma City Profile report

Where can I park my bike on the Plaza?

If you're biking to the Plaza, you can find bike parking at several locations as outlined on our Plaza Bike Parking Map, including the "hitching post" across from the Barracks and Toscano Hotel and at the bike parking sculpture along the horseshoe driveway in front of City Hall, among other spots. Please note that bike...

When are commission and committee meetings held?

The City of Sonoma has a number of commissions and committees, including: Planning Commission Community Services & Environment Commission Cultural & Fine Arts Commission Design Review & Historic Preservation Commission Traffic Safety Committee Tree Committee Sonoma Valley Citizens Advisory Committee The meeting dates, agendas, and member information for each is available on our CivicWeb Portal.

Where are the City's bike paths and lanes located?

Bike paths and lanes are shown on the City's Bicycle Map. The existing bicycle network in Sonoma consists of Class I pathways and Class II bike lanes, and Class III bike routes. The City’s longest Class I pathway is the Sonoma City Trail, which generally runs east-west and extends for approximately 1.5 miles across northern...

Is public parking available downtown?

Downtown parking is available at two public parking lots, at no charge. The largest is the Casa Grande lot, located behind the historic Barracks just north of the Plaza, with an entrance off First St. East. There is a smaller public parking lot behind Sebastiani Theatre, with an entrance off East Napa St. This lot...

Starting a Business in Sonoma

Visit the Start-Up Guide page at the Sonoma Chamber for information and resources to launch a new business in Sonoma, including: Business Plan resources Demographic data and customized reports Start-up workshops No-cost one-one-one business advisory services Permit and licensing resources (city, county, and state) Financial incentive programs. The City of Sonoma contracts with the Sonoma...

How do I report a code violation?

You can use the Service Center on the homepage to report many types of issues online. For some types of issues (active hazards, highly time-sensitive complaints), you'll be directed how to report the issue by phone.

Where can I view the Municipal Code?

The Sonoma Municipal Code represents the regulations of the City of Sonoma. As each new regular ordinance is adopted by the City Council, its contents are codified and integrated into the overall Code. Regular ordinances become effective 30 days from the date of their adoption by City Council, unless otherwise specified in the Ordinance. Please note that...

What can I do to conserve water?

Water conservation resources are available through our Public Works department. Thank you for you conservation efforts!

Can I drink in the Plaza park?

From 11:30 a.m. until sunset, consumption of alcoholic beverages is permitted in the Sonoma Plaza park.

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