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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!

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...

City Council to Hold Study Session on Mobilehome Park Closure and Conversion Ordinance

The Sonoma City Council will hold a study session on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at their regular meeting to review the City’s existing rules for mobile home park closures and conversions and discuss recent changes in state law affecting these processes. The discussion will focus on Sonoma Municipal Code Chapter 9.82, which outlines the procedures...

Traffic Advisory: Caltrans Bridge Replacement on Hwy 121 Begins November 3, 2025

Caltrans has announced that one-way traffic control will be in effect on State Route 121 south of Big Bend from Monday, November 3, 2025, through Saturday, February 28, 2026, to replace the bridge railings on the Yellow Creek Bridge in the Schellville area of Sonoma County. The work zone is located several hundred feet south...

Climate Smart Sonoma - Building Resilience, Locally and Beyond

Earlier this fall, the City of Sonoma Mayor Patricia Farrar-Rivas participated in Climate Week NYC through the Climate Mayors network, a coalition of more than 750 U.S. mayors advancing local solutions to global climate challenges. This year’s theme, #ImpactMultiplied, underscored how city-led projects—when shared and scaled—can accelerate progress toward a more sustainable and resilient future....

City of Sonoma Salary Schedule

Request for Proposals – Fleet Services Analysis

The City of Sonoma is inviting qualified consultants to submit proposals to conduct a comprehensive Fleet Services Analysis. The selected consultant will evaluate the City’s current fleet of vehicles and equipment to assess size, condition, utilization, and replacement practices, and to identify opportunities for improved efficiency and sustainability. The study will also consider compliance with...

Request for Proposals (RFP): Fleet Services Analysis On-Call city Engineering Services

Food Assistance and Support Resources Available in Sonoma Valley

Many neighbors are facing uncertainty this month as some Californians who rely on CalFresh (SNAP) benefits are not receiving their usual assistance. We recognize the stress this causes for families and for the organizations working to meet rising demand. Here’s what’s available now, and how you can help. Free Local Food Distributions (Sonoma Valley) Redwood...

Rain Delay: Mountain Cemetery Volunteer Workday Rescheduled to November 8th

Due to forecasted rain, the Mountain Cemetery Volunteer Workday originally scheduled for Saturday, October 25, 2025, has been postponed to Saturday, November 8, 2025. The new date will coincide with the previously scheduled Veterans’ Cemetery Volunteer Workday, giving volunteers the opportunity to assist at one or both sites on the same day. We appreciate everyone’s...