Sonoma Mayor Sandra Lowe and the City Council are pleased to announce that art featuring local artists will be displayed in Council Chambers in 2023. The first special art installation is now in place and features works by 2022 Sonoma Treasure Artist, Pat Meier-Johnson. The public is invited to view the special exhibit during City … Continued
A regular meeting of the Sonoma City Council will be held on Wednesday, February 15th at 6:00 pm. View the full agenda, including items on the consent calendar on our CivicWeb Portal. There are no items to be considered on the regular calendar, but there are two public hearing items: Ordinance Amending the Sonoma Municipal Code … Continued
We are excited to see our reservoirs filling up, but our region is still in a moderate drought. Hopefully, more rain storms make their way to us in the coming months, but until they do, let’s keep saving water together! Here are 3 easy ways to conserve water at home: Load Up! Two easy ways … Continued
The City of Sonoma has selected Bill Lynch as Honorary Alcalde (“Alcalde” is the Spanish name for Mayor) for 2023. Mayor Lowe nominated Mr. Lynch in recognition of his ongoing efforts and contributions to the Sonoma community. Particularly of note was the many ways in which Mr. Lynch exemplified each of the selection criteria. Some … Continued
Sonoma’s Cultural and Fine Arts Commission is pleased to announce that the Treasure Artist for 2023 is Jaime Love, creator of Sonoma Arts Live. In selecting Ms. Love, the Commission noted her contributions and commitment to bringing quality live theater to the city. The Commission was very impressed by the many thoughtful nominations that were … Continued
The first meeting of the newly formed Climate Action Commission (CAC) will be held on Wednesday, February 8th at 6:00 pm. View the full agenda, including items on the consent calendar on our CivicWeb Portal. The items to be considered on the regular calendar are: Election of the Chair and Vice-Chair Presentation of the Draft Climate Action Report Discuss and … Continued
The County of Sonoma is issuing a freeze warning in response to the National Weather Service’s prediction of sub-freezing temperatures overnight tonight, January 29th through Wednesday morning. Officials recommend that residents limit time outdoors as serious medical conditions including hypothermia and frostbite can develop with prolonged cold weather exposure. Individuals who are unhoused are encouraged … Continued
The City of Sonoma City Council will consider the City of Sonoma 6th Cycle Housing Plan and Background Report and CEQA Notice of Exemption at a Special Meeting on Tuesday, January 31st at 6 p.m. View the agenda including the staff report and draft document on our CivicWeb Portal. The draft Housing Plan can also … Continued
The National Weather Service has issued a “Freeze Watch” for most of the Bay Area including Sonoma from late Sunday, January 29th through the morning of Monday, January 30th. Frost and freeze conditions can impact unsheltered and marginally sheltered populations, kill crops/sensitive vegetation, impact outdoor pets/livestock, and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing. Warming Center: Individuals … Continued
Are you unsure what can and should be recycled? Would you like to learn more about the new organics and food waste segregation law? The City of Sonoma’s Sustainability Coordinator, Travis Wagner, is available to discuss recycling, organics, and other sustainability issues for Sonoma-based organizations, businesses, groups, HOAs, and associations interested in reducing their trash. … Continued
