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Golden Gate Bridge toll going up, up, up

Toll for crossing the Golden Gate Bridge is increasing this July to $9.25, and will increase by fifty-cents for each of the next four years, topping out at $11. These increases were approved by the GG Bridge Board of Directors to cover the increasing cost... Continue

Fiber art exhibition at the library

The Sonoma Valley Regional Library is hosting an exhibition of fiber arts by the Wine Country Rug Hooker’s Guild in April. The public is invited to a reception on Friday April 5, 2024 from 4 to 5:30 PM in the library’s forum room.  Light refreshments... Continue

Honoring Sonoma’s new Treasure Artist

Sonoma Mayor John Gurney presents the Treasure Artist Award to Victor Ferrer Victor Ferrer, Sonoma Treasure Artist 2024, and the folkloric dance group Quetzalén were honored on Thursday, March 19 for their extraordinary artistic and cultural contribution to the whole Valley. The ceremony and reception... Continue

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

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

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

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