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MEASURE S: Transient Occupancy Tax Increase

The Sonoma City Council unanimously approved placing a measure on the November 2018 ballot to increase the City’s transient occupancy tax (also known as the TOT or hotel tax). This tax is paid on stays of 30 days or less at hotels, inns, and other lodging properties and is applied to the customer’s lodging bill....

Measure S: Transient Occupancy Tax Increase (2018 Ballot)

The City Council adopted Resolution #50-2018 calling an election for the submittal of the following question to the voters at the November 6, 2018 election. MEASURE S – TO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR INFRASTRUCTURE AND GENERAL CITY SERVICES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, POLICE, FIRE, EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS, STREETS, PARKS, OPEN SPACE, AND RECREATION, PLUS AFFORDABLE/WORKFORCE HOUSING...

Argument in Favor of Measure S

City Attorney Impartial Analysis - Measure S

Ballots mailed to all registered voters in Sonoma County, Ballot Drop Box installed at Sonoma Valley Regional Library

Vote-by-Mail ballots for the Nov. 3, 2020 Consolidated General Election began going out this week to all active, registered voters in Sonoma County. Most of these ballots should arrive within three to 10 days. Also starting this week, voters who want their ballots sooner may come to the Sonoma County Registrar of Voters Office at...

Citizens' Initiative on Cannabis

For information and documents relating to the Comprehensive Regulations for Cannabis Through the Amendment of Sonoma City Code Sections 19.10.020, 19.10.030, and 19.10.050, please visit the Ballot Measure Y page.

Cannabis Regulation

Current Summary of Cannabis Regulation and Allowable Activities in the City of Sonoma Personal Cultivation: See Ordinance #05-2018 for definitions, limitations and requirements associated with personal cannabis cultivation Indoor: Personal cultivation of up to six (6) marijuana plants per residence is allowed, subject to restrictions. Applies to both medicinal and recreational grows. Limited to residential properties....

Elections

Elections in the City of Sonoma The City of Sonoma conducts municipal elections on Tuesday after the first Monday in November in even numbered years. Five City Council Members are elected at large to staggered four-year terms of office. The next general municipal election will be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, during which Sonoma...

Chase Street Bridge Reopening Announcement

The City of Sonoma is pleased to announce that the Chase Street Bridge over Nathanson Creek, connecting Broadway and Austin Ave, is now officially open to both vehicle and foot traffic! After months of hard work and dedication, we are excited to provide a safer and more efficient crossing for our community. We would like...

Prescribed Burns in Montini Preserve Continue Next Week

The Sonoma Ecology Center in collaboration with the City of Sonoma has been conducting controlled pile burns at the Montini Open Space Preserve in Sonoma in late February 2024, and will continue through April. While the park will remain open, some trails may be impacted, so please observe closure signs. Proposed Remaining Dates: March 19, 20...

Prescribed Burns in Montini Preserve Starting February 20th

Starting February 20, 2024, and continuing periodically through April, Sonoma Ecology Center in collaboration with the City of Sonoma will be conducting controlled pile burns at the Montini Open Space Preserve in Sonoma. While the park will remain open, some trails may be impacted, so please observe closure signs. Proposed Dates: February 21, 22 March...

Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI)

Project Description The City water utility currently uses mechanical water meters and water usage information for each meter is obtained via drive-by automatic meter reading that occurs monthly. This project will replace all existing mechanical water meters with Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) technology incorporates hardware, software, communication tools and customer displays into a comprehensive system...

Will my water bill increase?

Installation of the AMI meter upgrade is being funded through current rates. After the upgrade, you might see an increase because the new meters record consumption more accurately than the old meters. As water meters age, they tend to run slower and may not measure all the water going through them. Many of the existing...

City Council to Consider Climate Action Strategies at January 17th Meeting

The City of Sonoma has set a challenging goal of reaching “net zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2030.” The Climate Action Commission (CAC) has been working closely with city staff to prepare the Climate Action Strategies, setting out a range of feasible measures designed to accomplish this objective. At the November 8, 2023, regular meeting, the...

One Way Traffic Control on Portion of East Napa Street January 12th, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Date: January 12, 2024 Time: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Location: East Napa Street, City of Sonoma Affected Area: Between 2nd Street East and 4th Street East Dear Residents and Commuters, Please be advised that there will be one-way traffic control on East Napa Street in the City of Sonoma on January 12, 2024, from...

Prescribed Burn at Sonoma Valley Regional Park in Glen Ellen beginning December 4th

Starting from December 4th for several weeks, Sonoma County Regional Parks in collaboration with Audubon Canyon Ranch - Bouverie Preserve will be conducting controlled pile burns at the Sonoma Valley Regional Park in Glen Ellen and the neighboring Preserve. While the park will remain open, some trails may be impacted, so please observe closure signs....

From Yard to Bin: How to Properly Dispose of Leaves This Fall

We're in the midst of the beautiful fall season in Sonoma - prime time for some leaf pile jumping and raking fun. But here's a friendly reminder: after all the leafy excitement, let's make sure we dispose of those fallen leaves properly. In an ongoing effort to maintain clean and debris-free waterways and streets, the...

Join Us! Community Meeting at Sonoma Valley Oaks Park this Saturday

The City of Sonoma Public Works Department is hosting a Community Meeting to develop an enhancement plan for Sonoma Valley Oaks Park on Saturday, October 21st at 11:00 a.m. The workshop will be held at Sonoma Valley Oaks Park, located at 440 Engler St in Sonoma. The public is invited and encouraged to attend the...

Climate Action Strategies Update: Recording of Community Meeting & Public Feedback Deadline Approaching

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. Now we want your input! Review the...

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 ...

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