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
Since 1985, America has celebrated July as the nation’s official Park and Recreation Month. Created by the National Recreation and Park Association, Park and Recreation Month specifically highlights the vital and powerful role local parks and recreation play in conservation, health and wellness, and social equity efforts in communities across the country. This year’s theme, “Where … Continued
Summer is officially here and the temperatures are going up. It’s important to consider the effects of warmer temperatures and to take appropriate precautions to protect your health and safety during heat events. By following a few important steps, you can keep yourself, your loved ones, neighbors, and pets comfortable and safe during a heatwave: … Continued
The County of Sonoma, Climate Action and Resiliency Division is pleased to announce the latest online homeowner workshops in an ongoing series for those interested in learning more about the benefits of making improvements that will help make your home more energy efficient and resilient. The online workshops are held from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 … Continued
The City of Sonoma is celebrating Zero Waste Week, July 23 – 30. On October 19, 2020, the City Council adopted a resolution with the goal of achieving zero waste by 2030. This resolution encourages our community to: Reduce the amount of waste landfilled by increasing recycling and composting, Reduce the amount of waste created … Continued
The next person to be honored as part of the “Celebrate Sonoma” program will be Ken Brown who is being recognized for his exceptional service and dedicated leadership as a former Mayor and Councilmember of the City of Sonoma. City Council will recognize Ken Brown and declare July 19th “Ken Brown Day” at their next … Continued
The Rosé 5K and Napa to Sonoma Wine Country Half Marathon return to the Sonoma Plaza this weekend! Please be aware that the 5K on Saturday, July 15th, and the half marathon race on Sunday, July 16th will have traffic impacts. Rosé 5K – Saturday, July 15, 2023 Motorists can expect traffic delays in and … Continued
Join the City of Sonoma for a special bench dedication ceremony honoring acclaimed poet Ada Limón, the 24th Poet Laureate of the United States. The event will occur on Friday, August 18, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. outside Readers’ Books. The site of the new bench is in front of Readers’ Books, an independent and local … Continued
The National Weather Service has issued an excessive heat watch for much of the Bay Area including Sonoma Valley this Friday, July 12th through late Sunday, July 14th due to hot temperatures (90-100+ degrees) combined with low humidity during the day with limited overnight recovery. The hottest days are forecast to occur on Saturday and … Continued
Caltrans will begin one-way traffic control on state Highway 12 near Kenwood for the Sonoma Creek Bridge Replacement starting on Monday, July 10. The one-way traffic control will be in place 24 hours a day, seven days a week for approximately 45 days to allow crews to demolish and rebuild the first section of the … Continued
