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What's Open in Sonoma Valley

City Hall is now open on its regular schedule, weekdays 8am-noon and 1pm-5pm. The Sonoma Valley Library re-opens on Thursday, October 19. Sonoma Valley public schools re-open on Monday, October 23. View their video with more information. Boys & Girls Club at Maxwell Park will welcome members and non-members for drop-off from 1pm-7pm, Wednesday -...

Resources for Sonoma Valley Businesses

The Sonoma Valley Chamber of Commerce is gathering and promoting resources for local businesses, including links provided by the County Economic Development Board for potentially available funding to help rebuild, cover payroll, tax credits and incentives, and help filing claims. The Sonoma Valley Vintners and Growers is providing resources and information specific to the grape growing...

Sonoma Garbage schedule this week unaffected by fires

Sonoma Garbage is providing service on their usual schedule, with no change due to the fires. The only exception is possible delays on any streets with road closures on pickup day, which will cause delayed pickup.

What steps can I take to prepare for wildfires in the future?

Learn more at CAL FIRE's Ready For Wildfire website, and be sure to sign up for Nixle alerts from the Sonoma County Sheriff's Office.

Where can I find info on road conditions and closures?

Information on roads in the unincorporated area of Sonoma County that are closed or have restricted access can be found at the County's road closures map and road conditions page.

Sonoma Post Office providing centralized mail service

In an effort to ensure the safety of employees and the mail from the ongoing firestorms in the surrounding area, the Post Office is temporarily providing service for the following areas from the 617 Broadway, City of Sonoma facility: Sonoma, Glen Ellen, El Verano, Eldridge, Boyes Hot Springs, Vineburg, Kenwood. Where and when it is still...

Food Pantry opened by La Luz and Rotary

La Luz Center and the Rotary club of Sonoma Valley have opened a Springs Fire Relief Food Pantry in the Vineyard Shopping Center, 18903 Hwy 12 and Verano Ave, Suite 106. On Tuesday, October 17 it will be open from 4-7 pm, with days and times for the rest of this week and next to...

What's the latest on restoring power?

Since the North Bay fires began, about 359,000 PG&E customers lost electric power and about 42,000 lost gas service. PG&E has now restored service to all who can receive it. PG&E has asked the CPUC to waive fees involved with getting temporary power for rebuilding. Customers affected by the fires can go to www.pge.com/cco to sign up...

What's the Sonoma County Community Hotline?

(707) 565-3856 or 2-1-1. This is the number to call regarding information and recovery resources.

2017 Fires: Resources for Recovery & Rebuilding

Information and links to resources for those in Sonoma Valley affected by the 2017 Nuns Fire.

Commissions & Committees

Public involvement is crucial to the City’s decision-making process, and appointed advisory bodies are an important and valued part of City government. There are particular areas of decision-making which benefit from the advice and counsel of qualified residents. Advisory bodies assist the City Council in making the most informed decisions. The Sonoma Municipal Code provides...

Core Values

The city is looking for people that believe in the following core values: Diversity - A commitment to engage, respect, and give equal treatment to all in our organization and community. Innovation - Demonstrating a civic entrepreneurial spirit by generating new ideas and better ways of doing things and engaging in reasonable risk. Integrity -...

What are the City's rules for leaf blowers?

The City's referendum-approved leaf blower ordinance prohibits use of gas-powered leaf blowers. Electric leaf blowers may be used Monday through Saturday (excepting holidays) between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Additional information can be found in this summary of the City's leafblower ordinance.

How do I apply to serve on a Commission?

Sonoma's commissions and committees play an important role in our local government. We invite you to learn more about serving on a commission and the current openings that are available.

Are there volunteer opportunities?

We welcome you to get involved by volunteering in our community. Visit our Volunteer Opportunities page.

Where can I learn about upcoming special events in our community?

Great resources for community event listings include the Sonoma Valley Chamber of Commerce and the Sonoma Valley Visitors Bureau. For events on the Plaza or in Depot Park, you can view the calendar on our Special Events page, or subscribe to e-mail updates on upcoming special events.

Is financial support available for Special Events?

As part of the agreement between the City of Sonoma and the Sonoma Tourism Improvement District (TID), a Special Event Promotional Program has been established as a funding mechanism to support special events that drive overnight room stays within City limits. Preference is provided to special events that are scheduled in the “off-season,” defined as November through...

2017 Sonoma City Profile report

Where can I park my bike on the Plaza?

If you're biking to the Plaza, you can find bike parking at several locations as outlined on our Plaza Bike Parking Map, including the "hitching post" across from the Barracks and Toscano Hotel and at the bike parking sculpture along the horseshoe driveway in front of City Hall, among other spots. Please note that bike...

When are commission and committee meetings held?

The City of Sonoma has a number of commissions and committees, including: Planning Commission Community Services & Environment Commission Cultural & Fine Arts Commission Design Review & Historic Preservation Commission Traffic Safety Committee Tree Committee Sonoma Valley Citizens Advisory Committee The meeting dates, agendas, and member information for each is available on our CivicWeb Portal.

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