Author: stracy@sonomacity.org

Celebrate Sonoma! “Ken Brown Day” is July 19th, 2023

The next person to be honored as part of the “Celebrate Sonoma” program will be Ken Brown who is being recognized for his exceptional service and dedicated leadership as a former Mayor and Councilmember of the City of Sonoma. City Council will recognize Ken Brown and declare July 19th “Ken Brown Day” at their next … Continued

Rosé 5K and Half Marathon Road Closures & Traffic Impacts

The Rosé 5K and Napa to Sonoma Wine Country Half Marathon return to the Sonoma Plaza this weekend! Please be aware that the 5K on Saturday, July 15th, and the half marathon race on Sunday, July 16th will have traffic impacts. Rosé 5K – Saturday, July 15, 2023 Motorists can expect traffic delays in and … Continued

Excessive Heat Watch in effect this weekend

The National Weather Service has issued an excessive heat watch for much of the Bay Area including Sonoma Valley this Friday, July 12th through late Sunday, July 14th due to hot temperatures (90-100+ degrees) combined with low humidity during the day with limited overnight recovery. The hottest days are forecast to occur on Saturday and … Continued

Caltrans Implements One-Way Traffic Control on Hwy 12 in Kenwood

Caltrans will begin one-way traffic control on state Highway 12 near Kenwood for the Sonoma Creek Bridge Replacement starting on Monday, July 10. The one-way traffic control will be in place 24 hours a day, seven days a week for approximately 45 days to allow crews to demolish and rebuild the first section of the … Continued

Chase Street Bridge Replacement Project Begins, Closed to Through Traffic

The Chase Street Bridge is now closed to through traffic due to construction related to the Chase Street Bridge Replacement Project. The closure began on July 5, 2023, and is expected to last approximately 6 months. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding during this essential infrastructure improvement. This project … Continued

Calling All Artists! Submit Your Design for the 2023 Valley of the Moon Vintage Festival Poster Contest – Deadline August 4

The City of Sonoma and the Sonoma Valley Vintners and Growers Alliance are excited to announce the return of the Valley of the Moon Vintage Festival Poster Contest! Each year, Vintage Festival posters have featured original artwork reflecting outstanding artistry and have been a favorite throughout the festival’s history. They have also provided artists with … Continued

Public Invited to Submit Comments on Hotel Project Sonoma Recirculated Draft Environmental Impact Report

The City of Sonoma has prepared a Recirculated Draft Environmental Impact Report (RDEIR) (State Clearinghouse Number 2015062041) for the Hotel Project Sonoma (also referred to as “the project” or “the proposed project”). The City elected to recirculate the environmental document to address changes to the proposed project – particularly a residential component that was not … Continued

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