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SDC developer resubmits application; Sierra Club responds

Re: Initial Comments on Resubmittal of Eldridge Renewal LLC, SDC Development Application, File Number: PLP24-0005 Owner Name: State Of California  Summary: Resubmitted Proposed Development is Larger, Encroaches on Wildlife Corridor, Creates Climate Warming Urban Sprawl and Ignores De-Certification of Specific Plan and Environmental Impact Report... Continue

GG Bridge tolls to rise on July 1, 2024

Crossing the Golden Gate Bridge is getting more expensive; tolls are being raised by 50-cents on July 1, and will rise each of the next four years. The Bridge District projects a $220 million deficit over the next five years. This five-year increase is intended... Continue

Two Sonoma City Council seats are up for election this year

On Tuesday, November 5, 2024, a general municipal election will be held in the City of Sonoma for two Council Member seats. Official nomination papers for eligible candidates desiring to file for the above office(s) may be obtained from the Office of the City Clerk,... Continue

The City of Sonoma’s five-year financial projection looks grim

The City of Sonoma General Fund Budget for 2024/25 shows a deficit of $2,856,287, roughly two million dollars more than the previous year’s budget. What’s more, a five-year forecast prepared by the City Manager and Finance Department indicates that deficits will continue, with a deficit... Continue

Local Olympian to ride in X Games Friday June 28

Nikita Ducarroz, born in France and raised in Glen Ellen, will compete in the Women's BMX Freestyle event at the Summer X Games on Friday, June 28 in Ventura, CA. The event, which will make its X Games debut, will be carried on ESPN at... Continue