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January 27, 2021 | Department of Emergency Management

Sonoma OA Burn Area Contingency Plan Nov 2020

This document establishes a uniform plan for a joint response by local governments, special districts, and allied agencies in the Sonoma County Operational Area to the threat of or actual soil movement in areas burned in recent wildfires. This is a supporting plan to the Sonoma County Operational Area Emergency Operations Plan (EOP). Read full story


January 27, 2021 | Independent Office of Law Enforcement Review and Outreach

Recruitment open for Law Enforcement Auditor I or II

IOLERO is currently recruiting to fill a Law Enforcement Auditor position at either the I or II level. If you are an experienced, CA licensed attorney please refer to the Law Enforcement Auditor II recruitment that we are currently conducting. Read full story


January 25, 2021 | Board of Supervisors Department

Applications to join Boards and Commissions are now open!

Becomeinvolved in local government by serving on local boards, commissions andcommittees. Read full story


January 23, 2021 | Board of Supervisors Department

Why is the vaccine rollout so slow in Sonoma County?

Supply shortages and inadequate federal distribution strategy are among hurdles that have slowed vaccine rollout in Sonoma County. Read full story


January 23, 2021 | Board of Supervisors Department

Early vaccinations might depend on your medical provider

While every Californian over the age of 65 is encouraged to get a coronavirus vaccination as soon as possible, actually finding one may depend on where you get your health care. Read full story


January 22, 2021 | Upstream Investments

Study shows school readiness gaps in Sonoma County fall along ethnic, socioeconomic lines

Study shows school readiness gaps in Sonoma County fall along ethnic, socioeconomic lines Read full story


January 22, 2021 | Upstream Investments

Why Invest in Early Childhood Development?

By supporting our youngest community members to be successful in school we are providing opportunities and resources for all, not just those that can afford it. Quality early learning and development programs, especially for disadvantaged children, can foster valuable skills, strengthen our workforce, grow our economy and reduce social spending. Read full story


January 22, 2021 | Upstream Investments

Income, language, other barriers add to kindergarten readiness gap between white and Latinx children

Unequal access to resources in Sonoma County plays a key role in the kindergarten readiness gap between white and Latinx children uncovered by a local study by the Road to Early Achievement and Development for Youth (READY) program. Read full story


January 19, 2021 | Board of Supervisors Department

Sonoma West Times and News: Main Priorities for 2021

New board of supervisors chair Hopkins names the county’s main priorities for 2021 Read full story


January 16, 2021 | Board of Supervisors Department

Happy New Year... so we hope--Sonoma Sun Column

What a year it has been. Chairing the Board of Supervisors this year has been an honor, and an incredible challenge. Read full story