Sonoma is harshing my buzz

I am very unhappy with the current state of affairs within the cannabis community and local government. I am a 46-year resident of Sonoma and Sonoma Valley and have been active in local government both as a commissioner and a 16-year councilman and mayor. I... Continue

Raising the minimum wage is a winning issue

The grueling 2020 Presidential election is finally over, thanks to a record-breaking number of American voters who overwhelmingly rejected President Trump’s divisive agenda in favor of a new direction. As President-elect Biden inherits a nation ravaged by the coronavirus, it’s imperative that he keeps the... Continue

Will tax-hikers finally get the message?

Although election results are not yet official, it is clear that Proposition 15, the $12 billion property tax hike also known as “split roll,” has failed. But, true to form, the proponents are not giving up their 42-year goal of destroying Proposition 13. Recall that... Continue

Farm Bureau lauds Prop. 15 defeat

Crediting a unified effort by California farmers, ranchers and their organizations, the California Farm Bureau Federation thanks voters for rejecting the split-roll tax measure on the Nov. 3 ballot. The initiative, Proposition 15, would have allowed reassessment and higher property taxes on a variety of... Continue

Remember Veterans Day

The VFW’s motto is “No One Does More For Veterans.” But this Veterans Day [Nov. 11], our work is being curtailed by the pandemic and by unnecessary government regulations. Many of our posts possess liquor licenses that classify them as “bars” and require them to... Continue

Letter from Sonoma’s newest city councilmember

With election day behind us, we've officially won our race for Sonoma City Council! In the months since I launched this effort, I've been amazed by the number of people who've volunteered their time, publicly endorsed me, and gave max-out donations. So many people have... Continue

Vote for Johnson

I would vote 100 times over for Britta Johnson for School Board Area 5 Trustee. I’ve known her for 20 years through Prestwood, Adele, SVHS, kids’ sports teams, and activities. Britta and I even played together for several years on an indoor women’s soccer team.... Continue

Letter: Johnson for School Board

We are writing in support of Britta Johnson for Sonoma Valley School Board Area 5 Trustee. Britta’s 20 years of work both before and while being on the board prove she has the passion, action, and vision to ensure this district is putting our students first. Highly... Continue

Yes on W to support city-centered growth

Generation Housing is pleased to endorse Yes on Measure W to renew the existing Urban Growth Boundary (UGB). Generation Housing is a housing advocacy organization committed to increasing the supply, diversity, and affordability of housing in Sonoma County. Sustainability is a guiding principle for our... Continue

Another vote for Gina

LETTER: It has been an honor to serve and work with Trustee Gina Cuclis on the Sonoma County Board of Education. I have had the privilege of witnessing Trustee Cuclis in action and I have seen firsthand the passion she has for our children, teachers,... Continue

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