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
A meeting of Sonoma City Council will be held on Monday, October 19th 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 are: Provisions of the City’s Minimum Wage Ordinance Regarding the Health Benefits Options to Site and Promote Public Access … Continued
At their Monday, November 2nd meeting, the City Council unanimously adopted a Climate Emergency Resolution. The Climate Emergency Resolution is a declaration by the City Council to support taking emergency action to reverse global climate change. Watch a recording (item starts at 18:00). The resolution includes the ambitious goal of reducing greenhouse gases to net … Continued
A meeting of Sonoma City Council will be held on Monday, October 19th 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 are: Verizon Small Cell Sites in Commercial Areas Appeals Update on Progress on Implementing City’s Climate … Continued
Recognizing the vast knowledge and talent of our community, the 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 to then provide feedback, recommendations and support to the Council on those issues. Currently, the City is seeking applications … Continued
The countywide Zero Waste Sonoma Carryout Bags Ordinance 2014-2, effective September 1, 2014, prohibits grocery stores and retail establishments from providing customers with single-use plastic carryout bags at point-of-sale or checkout. In addition, the ordinance requires a minimum 10¢ charge on all compliant recycled paper bags. As a result of COVID-19, on April 23, 2020, … Continued
PLEASE NOTE: The date has been corrected to Tuesday, July 14th (not July 17th as previously stated) Zero Waste Sonoma is holding a Household Hazardous Waste Collection event in Boyes Hot Springs on July 14th, 2020. Appointments are available between 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM. You must have an appointment to dispose of your hazardous waste … Continued
A regular meeting of Sonoma City Council will be held on Monday, May 4th at 6:00 pm. View the full agenda including items on the consent calendar and public hearing on our CivicWeb Portal. Items on the regular calendar include: A Resolution Deferring the Scheduled July 2020 Water Rate Increase for Six Months City of … Continued
In recognition of the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day, the City of Sonoma invites you to participate in “Earth Action Week,” April 20 – 26, 2020. Even though we are sheltering-in-place, you can still participate in our virtual Earth Action Week at home. There are many options for all ages to learn about our natural environment, … Continued
Zero Waste Sonoma is holding a Household Hazardous Waste Collection event in Sonoma on January 28th, 2020. Appointments are available between 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM. You must have an appointment to dispose of your hazardous waste including paint, fluorescent lights fertilizers, and the like. To make your appointment call (707) 795-2025, toll-free (877) 747-1870 … Continued
