Public involvement is crucial to the City’s decision-making process and appointed advisory bodies in the form of commissions and committees are an important and valued part of our City government. These commissions and committees are charged with focusing on key issues within Sonoma and then providing feedback, recommendations, and support to Sonoma City Council on those … Continued
The City of Sonoma’s Cultural and Fine Arts Commission (CFAC) has officially opened the doors for submissions to the 2024 Student Creative Artist Award. Geared towards high school juniors and seniors within the Sonoma Valley Unified School District boundary, the award aims to recognize and support students displaying exceptional promise in visual, literary, or performing … Continued
The City of Sonoma Parks, Recreation and Open Space Commission is set to convene on Wednesday, December 13th, at 6:00 pm to consider the Preferred Concept Plan for Sonoma Valley Oaks Park. The proposal will be presented by Ann Baker of LandCulture LLP, a consulting firm engaged by Public Works to lead a comprehensive community … Continued
The City of Sonoma’s Cultural and Fine Arts Commission has named Victor Ferrer, the Executive Director of Grupo Folklórico Quetzalén, as the recipient of the 2024 Sonoma Treasure Artist Award. This award, established in 1983 by the Cultural and Fine Arts Commission (CFAC), recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the cultural landscape of … Continued
The Parks, Recreation and Open Space Commission (PROS) will discuss and consider the proposed conceptual design for the Olsen Park Improvement Project at thier next meeting on Wednesday, September 13th. The concept design will be presented by representatives from LandCulture, LLP, the firm contracted to design the park. The design was created following community engagement … Continued
Calling all art enthusiasts and community members of Sonoma! The Cultural and Fine Arts Commission (CFAC) is delighted to kick off the nomination process for the prestigious 2024 Sonoma Treasure Artist of the Year Award. Established in 1983, this distinguished award celebrates outstanding achievements in the performing, visual, or literary arts. But it’s not just … Continued
Recognizing the vast knowledge and talent of our community, the City of Sonoma (City) asks individuals to serve on a variety of commissions and committees. These commissions and committees are charged with focusing on key issues within Sonoma and then providing feedback, recommendations, and support to Sonoma City Council on those issues. The City of … Continued
Sonoma Valley High School senior Grace Atkinson has been selected as the recipient of the 2023 Student Creative Artist Award of $2000 by the City of Sonoma Cultural and Fine Arts Commission (Commission). Grace was chosen from a pool of nine impressive applicants. The Commission deliberated carefully before unanimously selecting Grace for the award, which … Continued
The City of Sonoma Design Review and Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing for the Design Review application for exterior modifications to a commercial building (The Cheese Factory) located at 2 West Spain Street at thier meeting scheduled on Tuesday, May 9th. Find the staff report and full meeting agenda on our CivicWeb … Continued
Have you ever wondered why a speed limit is set at 35 mph vs 25 mph? Do you think there are other traffic safety issues that need to be reviewed to see if there is a better way to improve the safety of drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians? Apply to serve on the City’s Traffic Safety … Continued
