Sonoma Valley Fire District will conduct an 18-acre controlled burn on Tuesday, October 29, on private property along Hawks Beard Road in the George Ranch area off Grove Street. This burn is part of ongoing fire prevention efforts to reduce grasses and surface fuels and create a buffer area between Grove Street and the George Ranch community. … Continued
Residents of the City of Sonoma may notice smoke on Wednesday, October 23, due to a planned prescribed burn at Tolay Lake Regional Park, approximately 10 miles southwest of Sonoma Plaza. Sonoma County Regional Parks is conducting this controlled burn in partnership with the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria (FIGR) and CAL FIRE. Fire crews … Continued
Over the past year and a half, the City of Sonoma has been working with the Sonoma County Transportation Authority to develop a coordinated Countywide Active Transportation Plan. As part of this effort, the City is updating its Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan with a new standalone Active Transportation Plan. We’re excited to announce that … Continued
The City of Sonoma has taken another important step toward achieving its Zero Emissions goals by adding two all-electric Ford F-150 Lightning trucks to the Public Works fleet. These vehicles will support essential city services while contributing to the City’s commitment to sustainability and a cleaner environment. This fleet upgrade is in line with the … Continued
We’d like to thank the dedicated volunteers who participated in the recent Valley Cemetery workday on September 21st. With their help, nearly two dumpsters full of pine needles and debris were cleared, making a significant contribution to maintaining the beauty of this historic site. This workday is part of the City of Sonoma’s ongoing efforts … Continued
To better accommodate our community, Sonoma City Hall’s front counter will now be open during the lunch hour. Effective October 7th, the front counter at Sonoma City Hall will be open continuously throughout the day, making it more convenient to access our services. New Hours: Monday – Thursday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Friday: Open … Continued
The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for Sonoma. It is in effect from Monday, 11 a.m. through Wednesday, 11 p.m., as temperatures rise above seasonal averages. While other parts of the Bay Area and Sonoma County are now under a more severe Heat Warning, the City of Sonoma remains under the lower-tier … Continued
The City of Sonoma is pleased to report significant progress on the Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) project. To date, 3,554 out of 4,491 water meters have been successfully upgraded to new ultrasonic meters, bringing the project to 79% completion. These upgrades represent a critical step in modernizing our water system, allowing customers to track their … Continued
The City of Sonoma will hold a special City Council meeting on Monday, October 14th starting at 2:00 p.m. for a General Plan Study Session. The General Plan is the blueprint for the city’s future development, shaping everything from housing and transportation to open space and public services. This is a great opportunity to learn more … Continued
Just a reminder that our volunteer workday at Valley Cemetery is coming up this Saturday, September 21st, from 9 AM to 12 Noon. If you haven’t signed up yet, there’s still time! Register via Eventbrite to help us prepare and ensure we have the necessary resources. You’re welcome to join for as long as you … Continued
