Author: stracy@sonomacity.org

Sonoma City Council to Hold General Plan Study Session October 14th

The City of Sonoma will hold a special City Council meeting on Monday, October 14th starting at 2:00 p.m. for a General Plan Study Session. The General Plan is the blueprint for the city’s future development, shaping everything from housing and transportation to open space and public services. This is a great opportunity to learn more … Continued

Bay Area Regional Energy Network (BayREN) Launches EASE Home Program and Promotes Home Energy Score for Energy Efficiency

The Bay Area Regional Energy Network (BayREN) is launching two major initiatives that will benefit both contractors and homeowners: the new Efficiency and Sustainable Energy (EASE) Home program and the Home Energy Score (HES) assessment tool. These programs are designed to make home upgrades easier and more effective, while promoting energy efficiency across the Bay … Continued

Deadline Extended: City Seeks Proposals for On-Call Tree Maintenance and Arborist Services

The City of Sonoma has extended the deadline to submit proposals from qualified contractors for On-Call Tree Maintenance and Certified Arborist Services to Monday, September 9th (see addendum). Please review the RFP outlining the City’s requirements for tree trimming, removal, and arborist consulting services on City-owned properties. Interested contractors should submit their proposals by 5:00 … Continued

Nomination Period Now Open for 2025 Treasure Artist of the Year!

The City of Sonoma’s Cultural and Fine Arts Commission is thrilled to announce that nominations are now open for the 2025 Treasure Artist of the Year Award! This prestigious award, established in 1983, honors outstanding artists in the performing, visual, or literary arts who have made significant contributions to the Sonoma Valley community. If you … Continued

Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Budget Available Online

The current adopted budget for the Fiscal Year 2024/2025 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 … Continued

Announcing the Winner of the 2024 Valley of the Moon Vintage Festival Poster Contest!

We are thrilled to reveal Charissa Drengsen as the winner of the 2024 Valley of the Moon Vintage Festival Poster Contest! Charissa, a fifth-generation Northern Californian, has crafted a remarkable design that perfectly captures this year’s festival theme: “The Year of the Farmer.” The poster contest, a cherished tradition in our festival’s history, invited artists … Continued

New Express Permits Coming to City of Sonoma Soon

The Building Division team is developing a new permit process to introduce express permits for several types of projects. This change will streamline the permitting process, allowing permits to be issued and inspections scheduled online through our online permitting system. The following permit types are under consideration for this new process to enhance efficiency: Reroofing … Continued

Serve your community as a Youth Member on a City commission or committee

Are you a teen with a passion for making a difference in your community? Here’s your chance to step up and make your voice heard! The City of Sonoma is excited to announce that applications are now open for Youth Commissioner positions on several key City commissions and committees. Serving as a Youth Commissioner is … Continued

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