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Mobilehome Park Closures and Conversions Ordinance Update (AB 2782 / SB 610 Compliance)

Current Status The City of Sonoma is updating its Mobilehome Park Closure & Conversion Ordinance (Sonoma Municipal Code Chapter 9.82) to comply with recent state laws (AB 2782 and SB 610) and to review resident protections during proposed park closures or conversions. Study Session Held: November 5, 2025 (View Agenda & Recording) Next Study Session:...

Mobilehome Study Session Staff Report (November 5th City Council Meeting)

View/Download Staff Report. Watch a recording of this study session on our CivicWeb Portal or YouTube Channel.

Mobilehome Study Session Presentation from November 5, 2025 City Council Meeting

Mobilehome Park Closures & Conversions

Closing or converting a mobilehome park can significantly impact residents. Sonoma’s rules (SMC 9.82 and state law) require careful review, resident protections, and relocation assistance before a closure or conversion can occur. Relocation Assistance If a closure or conversion is approved, the applicant may be required to provide: Moving and setup costs First/last month’s rent...

Mobilehome Parks

Mobilehome parks provide important long-term, affordable housing in the City of Sonoma. The City has adopted several ordinances to protect residents, ensure fair rent practices, and guide the process for park closures or conversions. Resident Protections Annual rent caps tied to CPI Review and appeal process for additional rent increases Relocation assistance and mitigation requirements...

New Sonoma Minimum Wage Rates effective January 1, 2026

Starting January 1, 2026, the minimum wage rate in the City of Sonoma is $18.47/hour for large employers (26 or more employees) and $17.38/hour for small employers (25 or fewer employees). The scheduled increase is included in the minimum wage ordinance adopted by the City Council in 2019 after a minimum wage study, which became Chapter 2.80 of...

City of Sonoma Minimum Wage Poster - English

New California Building Code Cycle Begins January 1, 2026

The State of California has released the 2025 California Building Standards Code, which will take effect on January 1, 2026. As part of the required triennial update cycle, the City of Sonoma will transition from the current 2022 code set to the new 2025 edition. The City Council will consider the adoption ordinance at its...

October 2025 Monthly Expenditure Report

Hanukkah Celebration with Congregation Shir Shalom Hebrew School

December 17, 2025

Join us on Wednesday, December 17th from 4:00–5:00 PM for a joyful Hanukkah celebration led by the students of Congregation Shir Shalom Hebrew School. Our 12 young participants will share songs, retell the story of Hanukkah, and guide everyone through beloved holiday rituals. Come celebrate the Festival of Lights with music, tradition, and community spirit!

Hula for the Holidays!

December 5, 2025

Take a break from your holiday shopping and enjoy the sites and sounds of the Hawaiian Islands with Hula Mai, Sonoma's own local Hawaiian dance troup! Friday, December 5th at 6:30pm at the Grinstead Amphitheater.

Celebrate Sonoma! Phil Coturri Day is November 19, 2025

The City of Sonoma is proud to announce that Phil Coturri will be honored as the next recipient of the Celebrate Sonoma recognition during the City Council meeting on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at 6:00 PM. As part of this program, the City will officially proclaim November 19, 2025, as “Phil Coturri Day” in Sonoma....

West Spain Street Rehabilitation Project Underway — Weather May Affect Schedule

The West Spain Street Rehabilitation Project is now underway. The project, managed by the City of Sonoma and constructed by Team Ghilotti, Inc., includes pavement grinding, repair of localized pavement failures, new striping and signage, and utility structure adjustments. Work is taking place along West Spain Street between 1st Street West and 3rd Street West,...

Free sand now available to residents at Depot Park - BYO sandbags!

With another round of rain forecast to arrive this week, we encourage you to take time to prepare for the rainy season ahead. If your property has a history of flooding, please don’t wait for a storm to prepare sandbags. Sandbags can be prepared and kept on hand throughout the winter. Free sandbags are now...

Conflict of Interest Code

Food and Funds Drive at Sonoma City Hall – Friday, November 14

Join the City of Sonoma and the Redwood Empire Food Bank for a Food and Funds Drive to help ensure that local families, children, and seniors have access to the nutritious food they need. This convenient, drive-through event makes it easy to give — simply pull up to drop off your donation without leaving your...

Controlled Pile Burns Planned at Montini Open Space Preserve on Friday, November 7

The Sonoma Ecology Center (SEC) will conduct controlled pile burns at Montini Open Space Preserve on Friday, November 7, as part of ongoing wildfire risk-reduction and ecological restoration efforts funded by the California State Coastal Conservancy. While the park will remain open to visitors, some trails may be temporarily impacted during the operation. Please follow...

California Building Code update

The new California Building Code update cycle is here! These new codes will be effective January 1, 2026. The State of California operates on a triennial (three-year) code adoption cycle. The current 2022 California Building Standards Code will be superseded by the new 2025 California Building Standards Code (California Code of Regulations, Title 24) Submittal Deadlines...

Reminder: Public Meeting Tomorrow – Help Shape Sonoma’s Hazard Mitigation Plan!

A reminder that the Sonoma Valley Public Meeting for the Sonoma County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (MJHMP) Update is happening tomorrow, Thursday, November 6, from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. at Sonoma Valley Fire Station #1 (630 2nd St W, Sonoma). Hosted by the Sonoma County Department of Emergency Management, in partnership with the City of...

Weather Awareness: First Strong Storm System of the Season Arrives Midweek

After a few light showers earlier this fall, the National Weather Service is reporting that a stronger system is on the way and is expected to bring widespread rain and gusty winds to the Bay Area, including the City of Sonoma, midweek. What to Expect Wind Advisory: A Wind Advisory is in effect from late...