Category: Public Works News

Nathanson Creek Stream Flow Gauge Installation

The Sonoma County Water Agency (Sonoma Water) is installing a stream gauge on Nathanson Creek at Second Street East in Sonoma downstream of the area burned by the October wildfires, providing real-time data to weather forecasters who are responsible for sending out alerts to residents when flashfloods or debris flows may be imminent. The Sonoma … Continued

Groundwater recharge pilot study underway in Sonoma Valley

  Preparation for a groundwater recharge pilot study is underway in Sonoma Valley. The study, a joint effort of the Sonoma County Water Agency and the City of Sonoma, is exploring groundwater banking as a method for improving local water supply resiliency and restoring aquifer health. The method of groundwater banking to be studied is … Continued

Bicycle Friendly Community Survey

In February 2018, the City of Sonoma submitted an application to renew the Bicycle Friendly Community (BFC) status awarded by the League of American Bicyclists! The Spring 2018 BFC review process is now officially underway. To help the League of American Bicyclists gain a better understanding of local bicyclists’ experiences and perceptions of bicycling in the City of Sonoma, the … Continued

Update on 2017 Street Rehabilitation & Water Services Replacement Project

The “Water Services Replacement” portion of the project was completed this summer as planned.  The “Street Rehabilitation” portion of the project was scheduled for completion in October; that work schedule was impacted by the firestorm.  When City staff analyzed the impact of fire-related delays on project construction, it was concluded that it would be better … Continued

Update on 2017 Street Rehabilitation Project (Ave. Del Oro)

Construction of the City of Sonoma’s 2017 Street Rehabilitation and Water Services Replacement Project (project) will continue through November 2017. Weather permitting, the major construction work is expected to be completed before Thanksgiving. This construction delay was due, in part, to the fires throughout Sonoma and Napa Counties. As the contractor for the project, Argonaut … Continued

Update on the West Napa St. Water System Replacement

Construction of the West Napa Street Water System Replacement Project will continue through November 2017. Weather permitting, the work is expected to be completed before Thanksgiving. Work was suspended during the fire emergency to avoid potential impediment to emergency responders and evacuees. The City appreciates that the contractor for the project allowed their equipment to be … Continued

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