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In response to freezing temperatures and rain forecasted by the National Weather Service, the City of Sonoma is opening a temporary Emergency Warming Center at the City's Emergency Homeless Shelter on Tuesday, February 4th, at 7:00 p.m., and will remain operational overnight through Friday, February 7th at 7:00 a.m. Details at a Glance: 📍 The...
February 4, 2025 - Sonoma, CA – The City of Sonoma will open a temporary emergency warming center (Warming Center) Tuesday, February 4th at 7:00 p.m. in the City of Sonoma Emergency Homeless Shelter, formerly known as “The Haven.” Based on freezing temperatures combined with rain forecasted by the National Weather Service, the center will...
Thank you to everyone who attended the January 30th Community Meeting on the City of Sonoma General Plan Land Use Map! If you were not able to join us, you can find the presentation, recording, and Q&A session on the General Plan Website. We welcome your input! If you have any comments, please send them...
View this press release as a PDF Sonoma, CA – January 31, 2025 - The City of Sonoma is excited to announce the February 7, 2025, launch of the Consumer Water Portal, a new feature available through the City's existing online bill payment platform at www.onlinebiller.com/sonomacity/. For the first time, customers will be able to...
After a relatively dry period, the weather pattern is shifting, bringing an extended period of wet conditions to Sonoma starting Friday. The National Weather Service forecast models indicate that an Atmospheric River will impact Northern California, including the Bay Area, with the North Bay, including Sonoma County, expected to receive the highest rainfall amounts. While...
Did you know a silent toilet leak could be wasting hundreds of gallons of water per day—without you even noticing? The City of Sonoma, in partnership with the Sonoma-Marin Saving Water Partnership, invites you to take the Dye Tab Challenge and find out if your toilet is secretly costing you money! Why It Matters: Toilet...
Tonight! January 30, 2025 🕕 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM 📍 Vintage House, 264 1st St E, Sonoma What's Your Vision for the Future of Sonoma? Join us for an engaging discussion on proposed land use changes as part of the City’s General Plan Update. This is your chance to: ✅ Learn about proposed updates...
📅 Date: Thursday, January 30, 2025 ⏰ Time: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.* (*or until the meeting concludes) 📍 Location: Maple* Room, Lodge at Sonoma, 1325 Broadway, Sonoma, CA The City of Sonoma invites you to join us for the 2025 Council Goal Setting Session! This is your chance to engage with the City Council...
The Bay Area Regional Energy Network (BayREN) is offering a series of valuable online trainings for contractors that focus on the latest energy codes and best practices for compliance. These trainings are free and provide 0.1 ICC CEU for each session completed. Whether you're looking to stay current with new regulations or improve your understanding...
The City of Sonoma is excited to announce that vendor applications and sponsorship opportunities for the 2025 Sonoma’s Tuesday Night Market season are now open! The market, held in the historic Sonoma Plaza, is a beloved weekly tradition bringing together thousands of visitors to shop, dine, and connect with local farmers, artisans, and businesses. Vendor...
The City of Sonoma is thrilled to announce Kathy Witkowicki as the 2025 Honorary Alcaldessa! This honorary title recognizes Kathy’s decades of extraordinary service and dedication to our community. Read the press release [here]. Kathy has made a lasting impact on Sonoma Valley through her leadership and vision. In 1996, she founded the Sonoma Valley...
View/Download a pdf version of this press release Sonoma, CA – January 25, 2025 - The City of Sonoma proudly announces Kathy Witkowicki as the 2025 Honorary Alcaldessa, recognizing her remarkable commitment to community service and her transformative contributions to Sonoma Valley. Her selection as Alcaldessa follows a thoughtful process, informed by heartfelt community nominations...
The City of Sonoma is in the process of transitioning from an at-large election system to a district-based system, and your input is critical to shaping fair and inclusive City Council districts. What is Changing? All registered voters in Sonoma vote for all Council Members, but under the new system, voters will elect a representative...
The City of Sonoma invites proposals from qualified Professional Land Surveying Consultants to conduct a topographical survey of the historic Plaza Park and its adjacent vicinity. This project will support the development of a master plan for the park's future enhancements. Key dates include: Pre-Proposal Site Walk Meeting: January 29, 2025 Questions Due: January 31,...
Save the Date for the General Plan Update Land Use Workshop! 📅 Date: January 30, 2025 ⏰ New Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (formerly scheduled to begin at 5:30 PM) 📍 Location: Vintage House, 264 1st St E, Sonoma, CA 95476 What's Your Vision for the Future of Sonoma? Join us for the General...
