Sonoma’s Cultural and Fine Arts Commission is pleased to announce that the Treasure Artist for 2022 is artist Pat Meier-Johnson. In selecting Ms. Meier-Johnson, the Commission noted not only her artistic talent, but also her love of community, and generous nature. She has won awards for her art and her paintings have been exhibited throughout … Continued
The City of Sonoma has selected Steve Page as Honorary Alcalde (“Alcalde” is the Spanish name for Mayor). After considerable discussion, Mayor Ding nominated Mr. Page in recognition of his ongoing efforts and contributions to the Sonoma community. Particularly of note was the multitude of Sonoma Valley organizations who have been strengthened by his involvement … Continued
>>En español<< Tokyo Olympics bronze medalist Nikita Ducarroz will visit her hometown and be honored by the City of Sonoma at an event in front of City Hall located at No. 1 Sonoma Plaza on Saturday, January 15, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. Sonoma Mayor Jack Ding and members of the City Council will be in … Continued
The City of Sonoma’s Cultural and Fine Arts Commission is seeking nominations for the 2022 Sonoma Treasure Artist of the Year Award. First awarded in 1983, the Sonoma Treasure Artist is selected and recognized for outstanding achievement in a chosen artistic medium including the performing, visual, theatrical, literary, and craft arts, and for their service … Continued
The following is a press release from the Sonoma County Registrar of Voters Office. The Sonoma County Registrar of Voters Office is seeking public input on the amended draft version of its Election Administration Plan that has been posted on its website at sonomacounty.ca.gov/CRA/Registrar-of-Voters/Voters-Choice-Act/. The plan details how Sonoma County intends to transition from its … Continued
In a statement to Sonoma City Council and City staff on Wednesday, October 20, 2021, Sonoma’s Public Works Director and City Engineer Colleen Ferguson announced that she would be retiring at the end of the year. Ms. Ferguson has served as the City’s Public Works Director and City Engineer since July of 2017. She is … Continued
Recognizing the vast knowledge and talent of our community, the City asks community members to step forward and serve our City on a commission or committee. These commissions and committees are charged with focusing on key issues within Sonoma and then provide feedback, recommendations and support to the City Council on those issues. At this … Continued
The City of Sonoma is pleased to announce that fifteen Sonoma Valley community members have been appointed to the newly formed Community Recreation and Parks Task Force (Recreation Task Force). The Recreation Task Force is an ad hoc organization formed in January 2021 for the purpose of performing community outreach, data collection and to provide the … Continued
With growing concern over the climate crisis, the Sonoma City Council unanimously passed a Climate Emergency Resolution at its November 2nd meeting. A key element of the resolution is to reduce city-wide greenhouse gas emissions to net zero no later than 2030. Transportation is by far the largest source of greenhouse gas emissions, accounting for … Continued
The following is a Press Release from the County of Sonoma. Deva Marie Proto, Sonoma County Clerk-Recorder-Assessor-Registrar of Voters, is alerting voters that there have been recent reports in California of groups promoting unofficial ballot drop boxes that are not affiliated with county elections offices. In some instances, these groups are promoting their unauthorized ballot … Continued
