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Residential tenant protection listening session coming to Sonoma Valley
Residents are invited to participate in a listening session to hear community concerns and input around the state of rental housing in unincorporated areas of Sonoma County, particularly in Sonoma Valley. Read full story
Charles M. Schulz - Sonoma County Airport to replace storm culvert, refurbish sections of pavement at regional airfield
The Sonoma County Department of Public Infrastructure today announced plans to refurbish a section of runway pavement and replace a deteriorating culvert following an annual inspection and report issued by the Federal Aviation Administration. The FAA, which has oversight of safety and operations at the regional airfield, conducts annual audits at all active airports with airline service in the United States to ensure compliance with federal safety regulations and provides a checklist of required improvements. Read full story
Board of Supervisors unanimously approves resolution declaring racism as a public health crisis
By a unanimous 5-0 vote, the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors Tuesday approved a resolution proposed by the Department of Health Services declaring racism to be a public health crisis. Read full story
Public invited to comment on upcoming Environmental Impact Statement for Koi Nation casino project
The U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs is now accepting public comments on an upcoming Environmental Impact Statement for the Koi Nation of Northern California’s proposed casino resort project southeast of Windsor. Read full story
Sonoma County celebrates Community Resilience Program successes on the third anniversary of ARPA bill signing
The County of Sonoma is recognizing the anniversary of President Biden’s signing of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, a $1.9 trillion COVID recovery bill, by recognizing the multiple ways ARPA funds continue to support the community. Read full story
New gathering area breaks ground at Tolay Lake Regional Park
Last month’s groundbreaking on a public gathering area at Tolay Lake Regional Park marks a significant milestone in the park’s development and highlights the unique co-management agreement between Sonoma County Regional Parks and the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria. Read full story
Sonoma County opens Chipper program early to reduce wildfire risk
Sonoma County’s free Residential Curbside Chipper Program is launching early this year in an effort to reduce residential wait times, expand service, and mitigate the risk of wildfires. Read full story
Commission on the Status of Women, Sonoma County Spirit Award
The Sonoma County Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) is proud to announce our fourth annual Sonoma County Spirit Award! We are excited to recognize five outstanding leaders in 2024 and continue to highlight people improving the lives of women and girls for years to come. Read full story
Commission on the Status of Women, Sonoma County Spirit Award
The Sonoma County Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) is proud to announce our fourth annual Sonoma County Spirit Award! We are excited to recognize five outstanding leaders in 2024 and continue to highlight people improving the lives of women and girls for years to come. Read full story
Sonoma County to host third job and resource fair for homeless on March 20 in Santa Rosa
Sonoma County Job Link and community partners will host the county’s third job and resource fair for people experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless on March 20 at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds. The free event will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Garrett Building at the northeast corner of the fairgrounds, located at 1450 Bennett Valley Road in Santa Rosa. Read full story