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The City of Sonoma requires a Film Permit to be on file prior to any filming/ photo shoots taking place within City limits, this process takes approximately 15 business days to complete. If you are planning on filming within the City limits the City requires a list of specific locations, times, written permission from property owners,...

The City contracts with the Sonoma Valley Chamber of Commerce to provides services to help local businesses to succeed.  Membership is not required to access these services. If you are new to the area, they'll provide demographic information, details on financial incentive programs, start-up resources, a contact for specialized workforce training, and other assistance. Their...

From early-stage, no-cost input from our Project Advisory Committee to streamlined plan check through the FAST START program, the City provides resources and helpful information to assist you in building or remodeling your commercial space to meet your business needs. Commercial buildings must meet requirements established in the federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and...

The process for getting your business up and running with all the required permits and approvals can vary, depending on factors such as your business type, location, and the tenant improvements you plan to make.  Before you sign a lease or announce an opening date, we encourage you to check in with staff from the City's Planning...

The Sonoma Valley Chamber of Commerce is a membership organization serving the local business community by providing access to information and expertise, hosting business development classes, networking events, and leadership opportunities. The City of Sonoma contracts with the Sonoma Chamber to provide economic development and business assistance services for new and existing businesses in the City (membership...

Our community benefits in many ways when you "think local first". Money spent locally recirculates in our community Buying local creates new jobs and sustains existing ones You support our local services like police, fire, and park and road maintenance by keeping your tax dollars here at home You'll save time, save gas, and reduce...

The greater the involvement of our citizens, the stronger our community will be.  We invite you to join us in making Sonoma even better. We also invite you to stay current on City news, issues, and service by following our facebook page (view our social media public comments policy).  

Recognizing the vast knowledge and talent of our community, the City asks individuals to serve on a variety of commissions and committees. These commissions and committees are charged with focusing on key issues within Sonoma and to then provide feedback, recommendations, and support to the Council on those issues. Commissions and Committees are advertised with...

In Sonoma, we are fortunate to have many volunteers who donate their time and talents in service to our community.  If you're looking to volunteer, please consider the following: Volunteers in Police Service Police Explorers Program Sonoma Volunteer Firefighters Association Register as an Emergency Volunteer Adopt a Bike Path Sonoma County Regional Parks Volunteer Opportunities...

Where is my polling place? What if I can’t reach my polling place on election day? Where is my polling place? Polling place information is maintained by the County of Sonoma.  What if I can’t reach my polling place on election day? Absentee Voting information is maintained by the County of Sonoma.