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October 25, 2019 | County of Sonoma

Temporary Emergency Housing Ordinance Extended to December 31, 2021

On October 10, 2019, the Board of Supervisors voted to extend the Temporary Emergency Housing Ordinance related to the 2017 Complex Fires. The ordinance was originally scheduled to expire December 31, 2019, but will now be extended until December 31, 2021. With this extension, temporary recreational vehicles and manufactured homes will continue to be permitted for temporary emergency housing through December 31, 2021. Conditions of the permit require that a final inspection be requested prior to that date, confirming that the structure(s) have been removed by December 31, 2021. Read full story


October 24, 2019 | County Administrator's Office

Smoke Health Advisory

Due to the Kincade Fire, there may be parts of northern Sonoma County where air quality conditions are UNHEALTHY. Changing wind patterns and pending fire conditions are making air quality unpredictable. We are hopeful that air quality conditions will improve after the weather changes. This health advisory will remain in effect, until the air quality significantly and consistently improves. Read full story


October 24, 2019 | County Administrator's Office

Air Quality

Individuals with Health Conditions Individuals with health conditions should talk to their physicians to develop a personal plan for dealing with smoke... Read full story


October 24, 2019 | Department of Emergency Management

Fitch Mountain Evacuation Drill POSTPONED

Residents of the Fitch Mountain community are invited to participate in the County of Sonoma’s evacuation drill. This event has been postponed until further notice. Read full story


October 17, 2019 | Sonoma Public Infrastructure (formerly General Services)

Vegetation Management Scheduled

As part of our efforts to keep the Chanate community updated about the County’s plans and actions regarding the property, we are informing you of scheduled vegetation management work that will occur on the northern, eastern and southern boundaries of the Chanate campus. This work will happen from October 16 to approximately October 27, 2019. Read full story


October 17, 2019 | Human Resources Department

FreeFlu Shots & Health Screenings

Seasonal Flu Vaccinations and Health Screenings will be offered on a variety of dates and at various County locations. Non-fasting screening package includes: Blood Pressure, Total Cholesterol, HDL, Glucose, Height, Weight, BMI, and Body Fat (screenings are confidential) Read full story


October 17, 2019 | Department of Health Services

Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for CalFresh Healthy LivingNutrition Education Program

The County of Sonoma is pleased to invite you torespond to a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) Delivering Nutrition Educationfor CalFresh Healthy Living Nutrition Education program. Read full story


October 16, 2019 | Department of Emergency Management

Get Ready to Shake Out October 17, 2019

Millions of people in schools, organizations and homes participate! Everyone, everywhere should practice earthquake safety. International ShakeOut Day is October 17, but you can drill on any day. Read full story


October 16, 2019 | Department of Health Services

Outbreak of Lung Injury Associated with E-Cigarette Use or Vaping

CDC, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), state and local health departments, and other clinical and public health partners are investigating a multi-state outbreak of lung injury associated with use of e-cigarette, or vaping, products Read full story


October 15, 2019 | Independent Office of Law Enforcement Review and Outreach

Recruitment open for IOLERO’s new full-timeProgram Manager position

IOLERO’s Department Analyst (working title: Program Manager) position is now open for applications. Read full story