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February 07, 2017 | Sonoma County Regional Parks

Flooding Prompts Closures of Parks, Trails

Sonoma County parks and trails are now open. Due to the amount of flooding, clean-up efforts will continue at some locations and the beach staircase at the Pebble Beach Coastal Access Trail is estimated to re-open by summer. Read full story


February 07, 2017 | Board of Supervisors Department

Sonoma County Supervisors Select Chanate Property Development Plan

The Board ofSupervisors approved entering into an Exclusive Negotiating Agreementwith Chanate Community Development Partners, LLC to build a mixture ofaffordable housing units and recreational amenities on its 82-acre ChanateComplex property. Read full story


February 01, 2017 | Independent Office of Law Enforcement Review and Outreach

Independent Office of Law Enforcement Review and Outreach Announces Community Engagement Initiative

IOLERO to partner with Sheriff’s Office to bring Community Engagement Circle to Springs area of Sonoma Read full story


January 23, 2017 | Department of Health Services

Sonoma County Adopts Opioid Prescribing Guidelines for Safe Management of Pain

Today the Committee for Healthcare Improvement, a coalition of healthcare providers that is part of Sonoma County Health Action, announced health care organizations across Sonoma County are implementing common guidelines for safe pain management. Read full story


January 18, 2017 | Sonoma County Regional Parks

Sonoma County Regional Parks Director Announces Resignation

Sonoma County Regional Parks Director Caryl Hart has announced her resignation effective June 20, 2017. Hart has led the department since 2010, overseeing the operations of 56 parks, trails and beaches and a staff of 200 full-time and seasonal employees. Read full story


January 10, 2017 | Sonoma County Regional Parks

Tolay Lake Regional Park Environmental Review Available for Public Comment

The Tolay Lake Regional Park Environmental Impact Report evaluates potential impacts of implementing the master plan and recommends ways to reduce or avoid those impacts. The master plan provides a blueprint for the future of the 3,400-acre park southeast of Petaluma. Read full story


December 13, 2016 | Board of Supervisors Department

Andy’s Unity Park Takes Important Steps Forward

On Tuesday, December 13, 2016, the Board of Supervisors approved funding for the development of Andy’s Unity Park, a 4 acre community park in Southwest Santa Rosa. This action follows a significant community engagement process to inform the development of the park. Read full story


October 28, 2016 | Board of Supervisors Department

Permitted Open Burning Allowed

Sonoma County Fire and Emergency Services Chief Al Terrell advises that those possessing current and valid agriculture and residential burn permits can now resume burning. Read full story


October 12, 2016 | Independent Office of Law Enforcement Review and Outreach

IOLERO Appoints Community Advisory Council

Independent Office of Law Enforcement Review and Outreach (IOLERO) appoints Community Advisory Council (CAC). Read full story


August 03, 2016 | Human Resources Department

Women Can Vote! Women Can Run! Women Can Win!

The County of Sonoma Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) will be holding a free family-friendly workshop and event featuring voter registration and education, local political success stories, as well as guidance on getting involved in public service. Read full story