Permit Sonoma deems SDC applications incomplete

A lengthy, 25-page letter by Project Planner William Lyons to prospective SDC developer Rogal and Associates, Permit Sonoma, the arm of County government tasked with determining the adequacy of development applications, conveys the determination that its applications are incomplete. The text of the letter is... Continue

2024 Alcalde Reception March 26

Join the City of Sonoma in honoring Mr. Schake at a reception in recognition of his ongoing efforts and contributions to the Sonoma community. The program will include acknowledgements, light refreshments, and the official passing of the Alcalde's silver-tipped cane. The City of Sonoma proudly... Continue

Is LPG tanker storage SMART?

Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) is a fuel gas which contains a flammable mixture of hydrocarbon gases, specifically propane, propylene, butylene, isobutane, and n-butane. LPG is used in heating appliances, cooking equipment, and vehicles. 2 years ago over 100 railroad tanker cars filled with LPG were... Continue

County schedules “listening session” on renter protection

First District Listening Session Renter Protections for Unincorporated Residential Tenants March 20th, 5:30pm-7:30pm SVUSD Board Room, 17850 Railroad Avenue, Sonoma, 95476 Live Spanish interpretation will be available. The County Administrator’s Office will conduct a listening session to hear community concerns and inputs around the... Continue

Between sameness and difference

Life’s diversity numbers in the many millions, and yet no two living things are exactly alike; all are heterogeneous. This is as true of oak trees and squirrels as it is of people, but the heterogeneous minds of people, particularly, generate many differing opinions. Among... Continue

City announces Treasure Artist reception: March 19th

The City of Sonoma is delighted to unveil the details of the 2024 Treasure Artist Reception, an event dedicated to honoring Victor Ferrer, the Founder and Executive Director of Grupo Folklórico Quetzalén in Sonoma Valley. Event Details: Date: Tuesday, March 19, 2024 Time: 6:00 p.m.... Continue

Secession!

Grumblings were recently overheard in a local bar-not-to-be-named, to the effect that if voters return Mr. Trump to the presidency, the sovereign state of California should -- MUST! -- Secede From The Union. Readers will find it hard to believe but the grumbling went something... Continue

Sonoma’s Planning Commission to review parking space standards

At its meeting on Thursday, March 21, Sonoma's Planning Commission will review recommendations about changes in City of Sonoma parking standards, both the minimum size requirements and the number of spaces required per use. These changes would apply to new commercial parking lots and multi-family... Continue

Trees in Sonoma: A new plan

Three City of Sonoma commissions recently completed two joint meetings spanning five hours to recommend new Urban Forest Management Plan strategies to the City Council. Sonoma’s Planning Commission, the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Commission, and the Climate Action Commission, a combined commission membership of... Continue

City of Sonoma commissions are adding members

Are you passionate about parks? Committed to climate action? Dedicated to design & historic preservation? Now's your chance to make a difference! City Commissions and Committees are expanding, offering more residents a voice in local decision-making. Apply to serve on our Parks, Recreation & Open... Continue