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Project Information Project location: 20455 Fifth Street East Project Description: Vineyard Crossing Housing Project is a proposal to develop a 2.88-acre parcel with 51 all-electric, solar townhome-style condominiums, organized into two- and three-story buildings. The two-story structures would be street facing to maintain compatibility with the neighborhood, while the three-story structures will be positioned on...

View the Staff Report for the Study Session from the Planning Commission's July 17th meeting. Watch a recording of the meeting on our CivicWeb Portal.

Current Status The City of Sonoma is updating its Mobilehome Park Closure & Conversion Ordinance (Sonoma Municipal Code Chapter 9.82) to comply with recent state laws (AB 2782 and SB 610) and to review resident protections during proposed park closures or conversions. Study Session Held: November 5, 2025 (View Agenda & Recording) Next Study Session:...

View/Download Staff Report. Watch a recording of this study session on our CivicWeb Portal or YouTube Channel.

Closing or converting a mobilehome park can significantly impact residents. Sonoma’s rules (SMC 9.82 and state law) require careful review, resident protections, and relocation assistance before a closure or conversion can occur. Relocation Assistance If a closure or conversion is approved, the applicant may be required to provide: Moving and setup costs First/last month’s rent...

Mobilehome parks provide important long-term, affordable housing in the City of Sonoma. The City has adopted several ordinances to protect residents, ensure fair rent practices, and guide the process for park closures or conversions. Resident Protections Annual rent caps tied to CPI Review and appeal process for additional rent increases Relocation assistance and mitigation requirements...

Starting January 1, 2026, the minimum wage rate in the City of Sonoma is $18.47/hour for large employers (26 or more employees) and $17.38/hour for small employers (25 or fewer employees). The scheduled increase is included in the minimum wage ordinance adopted by the City Council in 2019 after a minimum wage study, which became Chapter 2.80 of...

The State of California has released the 2025 California Building Standards Code, which will take effect on January 1, 2026. As part of the required triennial update cycle, the City of Sonoma will transition from the current 2022 code set to the new 2025 edition. The City Council will consider the adoption ordinance at its...

December 17, 2025

Join us on Wednesday, December 17th from 4:00–5:00 PM for a joyful Hanukkah celebration led by the students of Congregation Shir Shalom Hebrew School. Our 12 young participants will share songs, retell the story of Hanukkah, and guide everyone through beloved holiday rituals. Come celebrate the Festival of Lights with music, tradition, and community spirit!

December 5, 2025

Take a break from your holiday shopping and enjoy the sites and sounds of the Hawaiian Islands with Hula Mai, Sonoma's own local Hawaiian dance troup! Friday, December 5th at 6:30pm at the Grinstead Amphitheater.

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