Category: City News

Deadline Extended: City Seeks Proposals for On-Call Tree Maintenance and Arborist Services

The City of Sonoma has extended the deadline to submit proposals from qualified contractors for On-Call Tree Maintenance and Certified Arborist Services to Monday, September 9th (see addendum). Please review the RFP outlining the City’s requirements for tree trimming, removal, and arborist consulting services on City-owned properties. Interested contractors should submit their proposals by 5:00 … Continued

Nomination Period Now Open for 2025 Treasure Artist of the Year!

The City of Sonoma’s Cultural and Fine Arts Commission is thrilled to announce that nominations are now open for the 2025 Treasure Artist of the Year Award! This prestigious award, established in 1983, honors outstanding artists in the performing, visual, or literary arts who have made significant contributions to the Sonoma Valley community. If you … Continued

Announcing the Winner of the 2024 Valley of the Moon Vintage Festival Poster Contest!

We are thrilled to reveal Charissa Drengsen as the winner of the 2024 Valley of the Moon Vintage Festival Poster Contest! Charissa, a fifth-generation Northern Californian, has crafted a remarkable design that perfectly captures this year’s festival theme: “The Year of the Farmer.” The poster contest, a cherished tradition in our festival’s history, invited artists … Continued

Serve your community as a Youth Member on a City commission or committee

Are you a teen with a passion for making a difference in your community? Here’s your chance to step up and make your voice heard! The City of Sonoma is excited to announce that applications are now open for Youth Commissioner positions on several key City commissions and committees. Serving as a Youth Commissioner is … Continued

Sonoma’s Tuesday Night Market Switches to Fall Hours for September

As we welcome September, Sonoma’s beloved Tuesday Night Market is transitioning to fall hours. Starting this Tuesday, the market will be open from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., giving you the perfect opportunity to enjoy the cooler evenings while stocking up on farm-fresh produce and other local delights. Don’t miss out! With only four more … Continued

Sign Up to Volunteer at Valley Cemetery’s Workday on September 21st

Join the City of Sonoma for the next Cemetery Volunteer Workday on September 21st at Valley Cemetery. We invite all community members to join us in preserving and maintaining our cherished cemeteries: Mountain Cemetery, Valley Cemetery, and Veteran’s Cemetery. These workdays are carefully tailored to the specific needs of each cemetery and are scheduled throughout … Continued

A Place for Everyone: Expanding Sonoma’s Cemeteries

Sonoma’s cemeteries are more than just final resting places—they are a testament to our community’s rich history and enduring spirit. As part of our commitment to honoring those who wish to make Sonoma their final home, we are expanding interment sites at Mountain Cemetery, Valley Cemetery, and Veterans’ Cemetery to ensure space for all who … Continued

City of Sonoma Seeks Professional Engineering Design Services for Citywide Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Improvements

The City of Sonoma is seeking proposals from qualified consultants for Professional Engineering Design Services for the Citywide Safety Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvements Project (Project No. T-6). This RFP outlines the City’s requirements for civil engineering services to enhance safety for cyclists and pedestrians across City-owned properties. Interested consultants should submit their proposals by 5:00 … Continued

City Seeks Proposals for On-Call Tree Maintenance and Arborist Services

The City of Sonoma is seeking proposals from qualified contractors for On-Call Tree Maintenance and Certified Arborist Services. This RFP outlines the City’s requirements for tree trimming, removal, and arborist consulting services on City-owned properties. Interested contractors should submit their proposals by 5:00 p.m. on September 6, 2024. For full details and to download the … Continued

2024 Citywide Slurry Seal Project Now Underway

The City of Sonoma is pleased to announce the 2024 Citywide Slurry Seal Project (Project) is scheduled to begin on August 8th. The Project will begin with preparations on August 8th and will be followed by the application of the slurry seal on August 13th through August 16th. After the application of the slurry seal, … Continued