Category: City News

Calling All Artists! Submit Your Design for the 2023 Valley of the Moon Vintage Festival Poster Contest – Deadline August 4

The City of Sonoma and the Sonoma Valley Vintners and Growers Alliance are excited to announce the return of the Valley of the Moon Vintage Festival Poster Contest! Each year, Vintage Festival posters have featured original artwork reflecting outstanding artistry and have been a favorite throughout the festival’s history. They have also provided artists with … Continued

Submit City of Sonoma Building Permits Virtually Beginning August 1st

The City of Sonoma Building Department is pleased to announce that it will be expanding its online services and accepting Building Permits and Limited Scope Building Permits through the City’s virtual permit system beginning August 1, 2023. Applicants will no longer have to download and fill out forms, as the online system streamlines the entire permitting … Continued

Be our new Building Official!

The City of Sonoma is actively seeking an exceptional candidate to fill the position of Building Official. This is an opportunity for highly-qualified individuals to contribute their expertise and skills to the City’s Community Development Department. With a monthly salary ranging from $10,227 – $12,431, the Building Official will play a crucial role in planning, … Continued

You’re Invited! Chase Street Bridge Groundbreaking Ceremony -June 19th, 10 AM

The City of Sonoma invites the public to attend a groundbreaking ceremony for the Chase Street Bridge Replacement Project. The ceremony will take place on Monday, June 19, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., on the west side of the Chase Street Bridge located on Chase Street over Nathanson Creek, between Broadway and Austin Ave in Sonoma. The groundbreaking … Continued

Shape the Future of Olsen Park! Online Survey Open through July 5th

Olsen Park is due for renovation, and we want your input! The City of Sonoma Public Works Department is conducting a survey as part of a public outreach and engagement process to develop a community vision and improvement plan for Olsen Park. The first step in the process is to gather community feedback regarding Olsen … Continued

Press Release: City of Sonoma Hires New Community Development Director

View/Download a PDF of the press release SONOMA, Ca – June 9, 2023 — The City of Sonoma (City) is delighted to announce the appointment of Jennifer M. Gates, AICP as the new Community Development Director. Ms. Gates, who relocated to Sonoma last year, brings a wealth of experience and expertise in strategic planning, policy … Continued

Happy Pride Month, Sonoma!

It’s Pride Month, and here in the beautiful City of Sonoma, we are proud to celebrate and support Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGTBQ+)  individuals and allies annually in June with the display of the Pride flag at City Hall, plaza banners and an official proclamation from City Council. Pride Month is a time … Continued

Vegetation Management & Weed Abatement

Temperatures are rising, grasses are drying, and fire season is near – it’s time to take measures to create defensible space around your home by managing vegetation. Proper Vegetation Management and Weed Abatement play a critical role in reducing potential fire hazards. The Sonoma Valley Fire District’s (SVFD) Annual Weed Abatement Program is in full swing … Continued

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