The Board of Supervisors received an update today from the Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District (Ag + Open Space) on 19 vegetation management programs that are underway or completed as part of the county’s efforts to minimize wildfire risks.

The Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Week is an annual event that was created to bring awareness to this important health concern and to provide needed information for families. This year’s campaign is being observed throughout California October 24–30 and features the message, “Even small amounts of lead can harm a child’s health. Ask your child’s doctor about a blood lead test.”

Come Join Us Thursday, July 29th, 10 am to 12 pm. Learn About the County of Sonoma's Application Process

La Junta Directiva de Sonoma Water aprobó hoy su primer Plan de Adaptación Climática (CAP, Climate Adaptation Plan) que proporciona un mapa vial para la agencia mientras navega por los impactos del cambio climático en su infraestructura y operaciones. Sonoma Water proporciona agua potable a 600,000 residentes, recolección y tratamiento de aguas residuales para 70,000 residentes y control de inundaciones a comunidades en los condados de Sonoma y Marin. 

The Sonoma Water Board of Directors today approved its first-ever Climate Adaptation Plan (CAP) that provides a roadmap for the agency as it navigates the impacts of climate change on its infrastructure and operations. Sonoma Water provides drinking water to 600,000 residents, wastewater collection and treatment for 70,000 residents, and flood control to communities in Sonoma and Marin counties. 

Three electric vehicles will be handed over to Santa Rosa Junior College this week from the County of Sonoma to support SRJC’s respected Automotive Technology Program, a career technical education program that prepares students for future employment with dealerships, smog stations, repair facilities and other businesses.

What are the challenges you and your family and friends have faced - or are still experiencing - during the COVID-19 pandemic? What kind of financial support, if any, did you receive during this health crisis and what was missing?

Defendant Edgar Ortega-Aguilar, 39 years old of Santa Rosa, was sentenced today by the Honorable Robert Laforge to serve 16 years, 4 months at the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation after pleading no contest in August of this year to charges of felony possession of a controlled substance with intent to sell.

Dispose of medications, including controlled substances, at special one-day collection events sponsored by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA).

Defendant James Edward Canada Sr., 57 years old of Santa Rosa and Rohnert Park, was sentenced today by the Honorable Robert LaForge to serve 24 years and 8 months in state prison after pleading no contest to multiple felony charges in September of this year.

This week’s digest provides helpful and important updates on the following:1) Community briefings on school vaccines available for viewing; 2) Advice on how to safely trick-or-treat this year; 3) Update on criteria for lifting the mask mandate; 4) Recommendations for COVID-19 booster & annual flu shot; 5) Upcoming testing & vaccine opportunities; 6) COVID-19 community resources & support; 7) Other County of Sonoma news items; and 8) Emergency preparedness tips & resources. 

Ermelinda Miramontes Honored with American Probation and Parole Association's 2021 Scotia Knouff Line Officer of the Year Award

Families can confidently enjoy outdoor trick-or-treating on Halloween and outdoor Día De los Muertos celebrations this year, provided they take some simple precautions to reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19, Dr. Sundari Mase, Sonoma County’s public health officer, advised Thursday.

The Sonoma County Registrar of Voters reminds residents that the regular deadline to register to vote in the upcoming Nov. 2, 2021, Consolidated Election is Oct. 18 at 11:59 p.m.

Sudden unexpected infant death (SUID). Learn about the terms, how to help prevent SUID, and resources to help you talk with families.

View a list of our current and upcoming job opportunities, including:

- Accountant I & II

- Attorney I, II, & III - Law Enforcement Auditor

- Sonoma Water Drafting and Design Technician II & III

In honor of Veterans Day, military members, veterans and their families can receive free parking at all Sonoma County Regional Parks on the holiday and weekend, Nov. 11 through Nov. 14, 2021.  Active duty military, veterans and their families can visit county-managed parks and trails with a special pass that waives the $7 day-use parking fee. Passes must be obtained in advance from the offices of Sonoma County Regional Parks, Sonoma County Veterans Services or the Santa Rosa VA Clinic. 

Could a new dog, cat or bunny companion bring you happiness and joy? Fall in love with one of our animals today!

The County of Sonoma, Energy and Sustainability Division is pleased to announce the latest workshops in an on-going series for homeowners and businesses interested in learning more about the benefits of making improvements that will help save energy, save water, and be more resilient.

This week’s digest provides helpful and important updates on the following: 1) Vaccine mandate for California schools; 2) Flu shot recommendations; 3) Criteria to lift mask mandate; 4) Guidance on testing; 5) COVID-19 community resources & support; 6) Other county news items; 7) Emergency preparedness tips & resources

Jesse Boatman, 42 years old of Santa Rosa, was sentenced earlier today by the Honorable Robert LaForge to serve 12 years and 4 months in state prison after pleading “no contest” in June of this year to felony charges of stalking and making criminal threats

Reaching another major milestone in the battle against COVID-19, the campaign to protect Sonoma County residents from the virus delivered its 700,000th dose of vaccine this week.

As decisions to vaccinate and wear face coverings indoors drive down COVID-19 case rates and hospitalizations, health officers for the nine Bay Area jurisdictions that require face coverings in most indoor public spaces today reached consensus on criteria to lift those health orders.

1 in 4 Women Experience Intimate Partner Violence in Their Lifetime. Learn about resources for support and prevention including the Family Justice Center, National Domestic Violence Hotline, and the Futures Without Violence Toolkit.

The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors voted to authorize the Sonoma County Community Development Commission to accept up to $13,787,577.78 of State Block Grant funds from the California Department of Housing and Community Development.

La alianza para el ahorro de agua de Sonoma-Marin (Alianza), una colaboración de 13 proveedores de agua en los condados de Sonoma y Marin, ha presentado un nuevo diseño de sitio web que espera que aumente el conocimiento de los varios programas y mensajes de conservación del agua de la Alianza. 

The Sonoma-Marin Saving Water Partnership (Partnership), a collaboration of 13 water utilities in Sonoma and Marin counties, has unveiled a new website design it hopes will increase awareness of the Partnership’s many water conservation programs and messages.

The Sonoma County Registrar of Voters this week began mailing vote-by-mail ballots for the Nov. 2, 2021

Sonoma County Health Officer Dr. Sundari Mase today issued a health order requiring workers at certain health care and congregate facilities to get vaccinated against influenza.

Reminder: Community Advisory Council’s October Meeting

This week’s digest provides helpful and important updates on the following:1) Update on booster shots; 2) New guidance on safely holding public meetings; Latest on vaccines for 5- to 11-year-olds; Update on the status of in-person school; Upcoming COVID-19 vaccine clinics and expanded testing; COVID-19 community resources & support; Other Sonoma County news items; and Emergency preparedness tips & resources.

Testing for springs and shallow wells closes on October 1, 2021. Testing for deep wells is extended through November 1, 2021.

State and local officials announced today the completion of major wildfire debris removal operations on 243 parcels in Sonoma County associated with the 2020 LNU Lightning Complex and Glass fires.

Sonoma County’s three groundwater sustainability agencies, Petaluma Valley, Sonoma Valley and Santa Rosa Plain, are releasing the Final Draft Groundwater Sustainability Plans (GSPs) on October 1. 

Bolstering its ability to deliver essential services to the public during emergencies, the County of Sonoma has completed the first phase of an initiative to install 13 large generators at major evacuation centers and other important public facilities.

Jesse Boatman, 42 years old of Santa Rosa, was sentenced earlier today by the Honorable Robert LaForge to serve 12 years and 4 months in state prison after pleading “no contest” in June of this year to felony charges of stalking and making criminal threats

We may see a tough flu season this year as Covid prevention measures are relaxed, and because our immune systems were not challenged by flu last year. Prevent a potential Twindemic by getting vaccinated for flu now.

With the recent release of the State of California-adjusted Census data, Sonoma County is gearing up for a series of redistricting public meetings over the next couple of months.

The County of Sonoma Board of Supervisors today adopted an ordinance prohibiting the sale and use of disposable food service containers and other products containing polystyrene foam, perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances.

As the current historic drought continues to worsen, water customers in Sonoma and Marin counties are encouraged to pick up a free water saving kit during a “Drought Drop By” event on Saturday, October 9, 2021, from 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. Sonoma Water and its partners in the Sonoma-Marin Saving Water Partnership encourage all water users in the Russian River watershed to save water. Every drop saved helps maintain water flows in the Russian River and extends rapidly declining reservoir storage levels. 

This week’s digest provides helpful and important updates on the following:1) The latest on booster shots; 2) Vaccines for 5- to 11-year-olds; 3) Update on the status of in-person school; 4) Upcoming COVID-19 vaccine clinics and expanded testing; 5) COVID-19 community resources & support; 6) Other county news items; 7) Emergency preparedness tips & resources

COVID-19 booster shots are available in Sonoma County for eligible seniors, health care workers, public safety personnel and others who are at increased risk for COVID-19 exposure and transmission because of occupational or institutional setting, and who received the second dose of the two-shot Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine at least six months ago.

County Voter Information Guides for the Nov. 2, 2021, Consolidated Election will be going out in the mail soon.

Clarifying ACES Screening and Mandated Reporting Requirements. National Partnership for Women on Defining, Creating and Sustaining Optimal Maternal Health. Healthy Outcomes From Positive Experiences. How Gratitude Can Reduce Burnout in Health Care. The Commission on the Status of Women in Sonoma County. STI Clinical Update Webinar.

The County of Sonoma Board of Supervisors today adopted a 45-day interim urgency ordinance prohibiting ministerial permits for multi-tenant commercial cannabis cultivation in unincorporated Sonoma County. 

Sonoma County District Attorney Jill Ravitch has selected Richard Celli as the new Chief of the Investigations Bureau at the Sonoma County District Attorney’s Office.

Sonoma County will be celebrating the creation of the Mitote Food Park with a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday, Sept. 23 at 4 p.m. 

Defendant Larry Thomas Rhoades, 69 years old of Santa Rosa, was sentenced earlier today by the Honorable Peter Ottenweller to serve a prison term of 12 years plus an additional indeterminate sentence of 15 years to life, after pleading “no contest” in June to 25 felony counts of child sexual assault.