News Index
Storm Update, Wednesday Evening - January 4, 2022
We are bracing for what may well be prolonged, repeat flooding of the Russian River in the days to come. Read full story
Sonoma County opens Emergency Operations Center in response to storms and possible flooding; issues public safety advisory
Sonoma County Administrator Sheryl Bratton has issued an emergency proclamation authorizing activation of the county’s Emergency Operations Center today to monitor and respond as needed to three major storms expected through Wednesday, Jan. 11. Local emergency and weather officials are advising Sonoma County residents to avoid unnecessary travel and prepare for high winds, flash flooding, downed trees and the potential for power outages throughout the region, as well as the potential for landslides or debris flows in burn scar areas. Read full story
Sonoma County issues evacuation warning for low-lying areas along the Russian River
Sonoma County emergency officials issued an evacuation warning today for residents of low-lying areas along the lower Russian River, urging people to prepare to leave in anticipation of the river reaching flood levels of 33 feet on Thursday night and 40 feet early Sunday morning. Read full story
Wet. Windy, & Wild in West County
We are all closely watching the forecasts for the coming storms. With the ground saturated from prior rain and the rivers and creeks already high, flooding is likely — both from creeks overflowing their banks, as well as from the main stem of the Russian River. Read full story
ABC 7: West County Prepares for Incoming Storm
Here's how region is preparing for dangerous atmospheric river heading to Northern California Read full story
Maria Christina Rivera named as new County Administrator for County of Sonoma
Assistant County Administrator Maria Christina Rivera has been named County Administrator, succeeding Sheryl Bratton who will be stepping down at the end of the month, Sonoma County officials announced today. The appointment is scheduled to be confirmed by the Board of Supervisors at its next meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 10. Read full story
Weekly Roundup for December 30, 2022
Today’s digest provides helpful and important updates on the following: 1. Weather update 2. Community health update 3. Other Sonoma County news Read full story
District 3 Year-End Newsletter
Read Supervisor Coursey's Year in Review Newsletter for a recap on the county's work on climate action, racial equity, housing and other initatives. Read full story
Dave Kiff named director of Sonoma County Homelessness Services Division
Dave Kiff, a veteran government official with more than 30 years of experience in state and local government, including most recently serving as Interim Executive Director of Sonoma County Community Development Commission, has been named director of the county’s new Homelessness Services Division within the Department of Health Services. Read full story