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September 06, 2019 | County Administrator's Office

Cannabis Ordinance Update September 6, 2019

On August 29, 2019, Permit Sonoma staff provided an update to the Planning Agency about the upcoming Cannabis Ordinance Amendments. Please watch this video to see a recap of this agenda item. Read full story


September 06, 2019 | Department of Health Services

Mental Health Services Act Newsletter September 2019 Issue

The MHSA newsletter is published every two to three months by the County of Sonoma Department of Health Services Behavioral Health Division. Read full story


September 06, 2019 | Department of Health Services

Update September 6, 2019: Blue-green Algae Caution SignsPosted at Spring Lake in Santa Rosa

This afternoon signs were posted at Spring Lake park in the City of Santa Rosa to warn the public of any blue-green algae (BGA) that may be present in the lake.  DHS Environmental Health, in conjunction with the Sonoma County Parks Department will be collecting samples to be tested today to determine if harmful algae blooms are present in Spring Lake. Read full story


September 05, 2019 | County Administrator's Office

September SoCo Correspondent

On Thursday, September 5th, the County of Sonoma will be conducting a TEST of three alert and warning systems, including the Wireless Emergency Alert (WEA) system, SoCoAlert, and the National Weather Service NOAA Weather Radio System, from 10:00am until 11:10am. During this testing period, residents and visitors within the communities of Healdsburg, Cloverdale, and Geyserville will receive a phone call or an alert on their mobile device. Read full story


August 30, 2019 | Permit Sonoma

August 2019 Newsletter

In this issue of our e-newsletter we have:Code Enforcement Takes Action on Illegal Cannabis GrowsCoastal Close-Up Photo ContestHazMat Team Keeps Our Roads and Waterways SafeStorm Drains Connect Streets to CreeksSonoma Developmental Center (SDC) UpdatePerformance Dashboards Read full story


August 27, 2019 | Department of Health Services

2019 Continuum of Care Competition Priority List

On August 22, 2019 the Home Sonoma County Leadership Council (CoC Board) approved rating and rankings for new and renewal projects in the FY 2019 Continuum of Care Competition. Read full story


August 20, 2019 | Department of Emergency Management

Access & Functional Needs Populations

Emergency preparedness information for persons with disabilities, seniors, and others with access and functional needs – Everyone needs to understand their risk to various hazards, make a plan to stay safe, have an emergency kit, and plan to stay informed as events unfold. Read full story


August 20, 2019 | Department of Agriculture, Weights & Measures

The 2018 Crop Report is now available online

This year’s Crop Report  honors Sonoma County dairies, highlighting the history and evolution of the dairy industry over the years. Read full story


August 19, 2019 | County Administrator's Office

August SoCo Correspondent

The County of Sonoma has created a space where you can learn about different topics related to emergency response and preparedness from experts, all in one place. Read full story


August 16, 2019 | Permit Sonoma

Septic Permitting Changes Now in Effect

As of August 15, 2019, the Sonoma County Onsite Wastewater Treatment System (OWTS) Manual version 7.0 is in effect.  Customers are hereby advised that any septic applications will be required to comply with the provisions of the OWTS Manual version 7.0.  Customers are further advised of the following updates to Permit Sonoma’s permitting procedures... Read full story