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City of Sonoma Implements Automated Permitting Tool to Lower the Cost of Installing Residential Rooftop Solar PV

View this Press Release as a PDF Sonoma, CA – October 5, 2023 – This week, the City of Sonoma became the second jurisdiction in Sonoma County to launch SolarAPP+, an automated application available to licensed contractors for permitting new residential rooftop solar photovoltaics (PV) and associated energy storage systems (ESS) that results in almost instantaneous...

Be the City of Sonoma's new Building Official

The City of Sonoma is currently looking for a highly qualified candidate to join our team in the role of Building Official, offering a competitive monthly salary range of $10,227 to $12,431. Position Summary: As the Building Official, you will play a pivotal role in planning, organizing, supervising, directing, performing, and coordinating various activities within...

Fiscal Year 2023/2024 Budget Available Online

The current adopted budget for the Fiscal Year 2023/2024 is now available to view or download from the City's website. The Finance Department is primarily responsible for the development and preparation of the City of Sonoma’s annual Operating and Capital Budget. The City of Sonoma adopts its budget each June for the following fiscal year, which runs...

FY 23-24 Adopted Budget

Emergency Alert Test October 4th - We want your feedback!

There's a Nationwide Emergency Alert Test happening on October 4th, and WE NEED YOUR HELP! Voluntarily participate and provide feedback to the county on the nationwide wireless emergency alert exercise TOMORROW, Oct. 4, at approximately 11:20 -11:50 a.m. ⚠The test alert will attempt to reach every cell phone in the county. We encourage you to...

Join Our Community for Mountain Cemetery's Workday on October 7th from 9 am to 12 noon

We want to extend our gratitude to those who've already signed up for our volunteer workday at Mountain Cemetery. If you haven't had a chance to register yet, we kindly request your participation through Eventbrite. Click here to ensure the success of this event and ensure we have adequate resources. We understand everyone's schedule varies,...

10.2.2023 Economic Business Development Services Committee Agenda

City Announces Kick-Off for General Plan 2045

The City of Sonoma (City) is excited to announce the kick-off events for the General Plan Update, a once-in-a-generation opportunity for the community to work together to create a visionary blueprint for the future of our City. Once approved in 2025, the City’s General Plan 2045 will guide the development of the City for the...

PRESS RELEASE - City of Sonoma Announces Kick-Off for General Plan 2045

View this Press Release as a PDF September 29, 2023 – The City of Sonoma (City) is excited to announce the kick-off events for the General Plan Update, a once-in-a-generation opportunity for the community to work together to create a visionary blueprint for the future of our City. Once approved in 2025, the City’s General...

Join Us for a Community Meeting at Sonoma Valley Oaks Park

Join City of Sonoma staff and representatives from Landculture LLP for a community meeting regarding the Sonoma Valley Oaks Enhancement Project. Your input and vision are crucial in shaping the future of this neighborhood park. Here are the details: Date: October 21st, 2023 Time: 11:00 a.m. Location: 440 Engler Street, Sonoma ...

EBDS Steering Committee Agenda Oct 2023

Project Milestone Achieved: Chase Street Bridge Deck Pour Completed

We are delighted to announce a significant milestone achieved this week in the Chase Street Bridge Replacement Project. The construction team, led by Granite Construction Company, and the construction management team from Ghirardelli Associates Inc., have successfully completed the pouring of the bridge deck. Next Steps: With the bridge deck now in place, our focus...

Thank You for a Bountiful Season!

As we bid farewell to another incredible season of Sonoma's Tuesday Night Market, we wanted to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude to all those who contributed to making this year's market a resounding success. To our dedicated farmers, thank you for waking up before dawn, tilling the soil, and nurturing your crops...

What is SolarAPP+?

SolarAPP+, short for Solar Automated Permit Processing, is an online web portal that automates the plan review process for issuing permits to qualified contractors to install code-compliant residential (1 & 2 family dwellings, ADU's) rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) systems. Based on California building, electrical, and fire codes, SolarAPP automatically performs a compliance check based on...

City Invites Public Input on Draft Climate Action Strategies

The City of Sonoma has set a challenging goal of reaching “net zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2030.” The Climate Action Commission has been working closely with city staff to prepare the Draft Climate Action Strategies, setting out a range of feasible measures designed to accomplish this objective. The Draft Climate Action Strategies document, which...

Draft Climate Action Strategies, September 2023

Saturday's Vintage Festival: Road Closures and Parking Restrictions

Get ready for a blast from the past at the Valley of the Moon Vintage Festival this weekend! We've got some exciting news to share: the 5K Race & Fun Run and the legendary Firefighter water fights are making a triumphant return this year. But before you lace up those running shoes or set out...

Request for Proposals - City Seeks Interim Building Official and On-Call Building Division Consulting Services

The City of Sonoma is seeking Interim Building Official services and to establish a list of qualified consulting firms to provide building plan check and inspection services on an as-needed basis for the Community Development Department. Interested firms must submit an electronic submittal of their response to this Request for Proposals (RFP) no later than...

Community Development Department Bids/RFPs

Welcome to the City of Sonoma Community Development Department's Bid Requests and Request for Proposals (RFPs) page. Here, you'll find a list of our current bids and RFPs. See listings for details and specifications. Related Documents

Sign Up to Volunteer at Mountain Cemetery's Workday on October 7th

Join the City of Sonoma for the next Cemetery Volunteer Workday on October 7th at Mountain Cemetery. We invite all community members to join us in preserving and maintaining our cherished cemeteries: Mountain Cemetery, Valley Cemetery, and Veteran’s Cemetery. When: October 7th, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon These workdays are carefully tailored to the specific needs...

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