BayREN (Bay Area Regional Energy Network) is a local government coalition helping residents save energy and lower utility bills. This March, take advantage of free energy-saving kits, live cooking demos, and homeowner webinars—plus, share your input on regional climate action! North Bay Induction Cooking Expo – March 15 Experience the future of cooking with live … Continued
Are you passionate about local planning? Committed to enhancing community engagement? Want to give back to your city? Now’s your chance to make a difference! The City of Sonoma is currently seeking applications for the following positions on city and regional commissions, committees, and boards: Current Recruitment(s): City Commissions and Committees Planning Commission One Member … Continued
Exciting progress is underway for Olsen Park! LandCulture LLP, the landscape architecture firm hired to renovate the Park, will present the 50% design for the park at the upcoming Parks, Recreation and Open Space Commission meeting on Wednesday, March 12th at 6:00 p.m. This is a key milestone in the project, offering a look at … Continued
The City of Sonoma is in the process of transitioning from “at large” elections to district-based elections, which will change how City Council members are elected by establishing distinct geographic districts. As part of this process, the City Council is reviewing draft district maps and gathering public input to determine the final boundaries before adopting … Continued
The City of Sonoma is excited to announce the installation of a new Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB) crosswalk at the intersection of Third Street West and West Spain Street. This improvement is part of the City’s ongoing commitment to enhancing pedestrian safety and accessibility. Approved by the Traffic Safety Committee in November 2024, the … Continued
The City of Sonoma is moving forward in its transition to district-based elections, and community input is essential in shaping the final district boundaries. The third public hearing during a special meeting that will take place on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers (177 First Street West), where the … Continued
The City of Sonoma, in partnership with the Sonoma Overlook Trail Stewards and American Conservation Experience, will be making improvements to the Upper Sonoma Overlook Trail this spring. To complete necessary repairs and rebuild the rocky trail bed, the Upper Overlook Trail will be closed from March 5 through May 21, 2025. What’s Open? The … Continued
The City of Sonoma is exploring the possibility of expanding cemetery services to include designated areas for pet burials. We want to hear from you! Would you find this service valuable? What features matter most to you? Your feedback will help shape future offerings and ensure they meet the needs of our community. The short … Continued
Sonoma’s City Hall has stood proudly in the heart of the Plaza since 1908, a symbol of the community’s history and civic pride. Designed with four identical facades so that merchants on all sides of the Plaza could say the building faced their businesses, it remains one of Sonoma’s most photographed landmarks. To help preserve … Continued
The City of Sonoma’s Cultural and Fine Arts Commission (CFAC) is excited to announce that entries are now open for the 2025 Student Creative Artist Award! Since its inception in 1988, this program has recognized over 80 talented student artists, awarding more than $60,000 to help them further their artistic growth. This program recognizes outstanding … Continued
