The City of Sonoma is moving forward in its transition to district-based elections, and community input is essential in shaping the final district boundaries. The third public hearing during a special meeting that will take place on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers (177 First Street West), where the City Council will review and gather feedback on draft district maps [see agenda].
The meeting will be broadcast on Channel 27 and available for live streaming on the City’s CivicWeb portal and YouTube Channel.
Draft Maps for Consideration
As part of the districting process, Redistricting Partners has developed six draft maps that align with the requirements of the FAIR MAPS Act and incorporate key community considerations. These maps provide options for both a 4-district system with an at-large mayor and a 5-district system where the mayor is selected annually by the City Council.
In addition to the professionally prepared maps, the City has received 16 publicly submitted maps that have been reviewed for compliance.
Draft Maps and Public Submissions can be viewed on the City’s website.
How to Participate & Provide Feedback
* Submit Comments in Advance:
- Use the CivicWeb meeting portal: visit our CivicWeb Portal and click the “Public Comment” button at the top of the page to submit, or
- Email your comments to cityhall@sonomacity.org
Attend the Public Hearing:
- Date: Wednesday, March 5, 2025
- Time: 5:00 p.m.
- Location: City Council Chambers, 177 First Street West
This is an important stage in Sonoma’s transition to district elections. Review the draft maps, share your input, and help shape the future of local representation.
Please visit the City of Sonoma’s Transition to District Elections webpage for more information and to sign up to receive email notifications.
* Comments submitted in advance will be uploaded to the public correspondence folder on the CivicWeb portal for review prior to the meeting but will not be read aloud during the meeting.