In the final Sonoma City Council meeting of 2023 held on December 20th, the Sonoma City Council underwent a reorganization, recognizing outgoing Mayor Sandra Lowe and ushering in new leadership. The City Council Reorganization commenced as the Vice Mayor ceremoniously presented Mayor Sandra Lowe with a crystal gavel, accompanied by expressions of gratitude for her … Continued
The Sonoma City Council will consider amendments to specific fees within the Planning, Building, Public Works, and Special Events departments during their forthcoming session. These amendments encompass a variety of adjustments, including clarifications, updates, removals, and the proposal of new fees. These fees encompass assessments for plan examination and permit issuance, street encroachment permits, staff … Continued
A Special Meeting of the Sonoma City Council will be held on Wednesday, July 19th at 4:00 p.m. The item on the agenda will be The Study Session Presentation regarding the City of Sonoma’s 2023 Water Rate Update Study. Council will then hold thier regular meeting at 6:00 p.m. View the full agenda on our CivicWeb portal. Meetings … Continued
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
The City of Sonoma has its first-ever Homelessness Strategic Plan. The Sonoma City Council voted unanimously on Wednesday, May 3, 2023, to approve the Three-Year Action Plan to End Homelessness (Plan) which was a year in the making. The goal of the plan is to reach “Functional Zero” homelessness in the Sonoma Valley by June … Continued
A special Sonoma City Council meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 30th from 12noon – 4:30 p.m., in the City’s Emergency Operation Center (EOC) to review the proposed Fiscal Year 2023-2024 (FY 23-24) Operating and Capital Budget for the City of Sonoma and Successor Agency. The agenda will be published on the City’s CivicWeb … Continued
Update 5/5/23 Due to an overwhelming response, we have reached maximum capacity for the Welcome Reception, and unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate any additional registrations. We understand that many of you are eager to meet the new city manager and engage with other members of the community, and we will do our best to … Continued
The Sonoma City Council is pleased to announce a conditional offer of employment has been made to Mr. David M. Guhin, P.E., MAOD as Sonoma’s next City Manager. The offer is contingent on Council approval of an employment agreement, which will be considered at the April 19, 2023, Regular City Council Meeting. Mr. Guhin was … Continued
A regular meeting of the Sonoma City Council will be held on Wednesday, March 1st at 6:00 pm. View the full agenda, including items on the consent calendar on our CivicWeb Portal. The items to be considered on the regular calendar include: Annual Reports From City of Sonoma Community Services Providers A New Job Classification and … Continued
A regular meeting of the Sonoma City Council will be held on Wednesday, February 15th at 6:00 pm. View the full agenda, including items on the consent calendar on our CivicWeb Portal. There are no items to be considered on the regular calendar, but there are two public hearing items: Ordinance Amending the Sonoma Municipal Code … Continued
