The Sonoma City Council is scheduled to hold its concluding regular meeting for the year on Wednesday, December 20, 2023, beginning at 6:00 p.m. The agenda will include Council Reorganization, during which the City Council will determine who will assume the roles of Mayor and Vice Mayor in 2024. 

Sonoma City Offices are closed from December 25th through January 2nd in observance of the Christmas and New Year's Holidays.

Please join us in commemorating the 41-year career of Wayne Wirick, the City of Sonoma's Development Services Director and Building Official. A special recognition will take place at the City Council's final meeting of the year on December 20th at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 177 First St.

Thank you to all who participated in the Community Workshops for the Sonoma General Plan Update in November. Your active engagement and valuable contributions continue to shape the future of our city, and we appreciate your commitment to this important process. If you were unable to attend the workshops or wish to revisit the discussions, ...

Save the Date for the "State of the Valley," organized by the Sonoma Valley Chamber of Commerce. Featuring 2023 Overview and 2024 Goals & Vision Presentations by: United States Congressman Mike Thompson California State Senator Bill Dodd Sonoma County Supervisor Susan Gorin 2023 City of Sonoma Mayor Sandra Lowe & 2024 City of Sonoma Mayor [...]

Photo: 2023 Alcalde Bill Lynch accepts the silver-headed alcalde cane from 2022 Alcade Steve Page. The City of Sonoma is thrilled to kick off nominations for the prestigious title of Honorary Alcalde 2024. Open to the public, we encourage community members to propose worthy candidates for this esteemed recognition. Nomination Deadline: January 12, 2024, 5:00 p.m. Since 1975, the City Council has annually selected outstanding citizens for the title of ...

With rainfall on the way next week, we strongly encourage you to take time to prepare for the rainy season ahead. If your property has a history of flooding, please don't wait for a storm to prepare sandbags. Sandbags can be prepared and kept on hand throughout the winter.

Multiple Opportunities await in the City of Sonoma! The City of Sonoma is excited to announce openings in various departments, offering you a chance to make a real impact. Check out these exciting positions and find your perfect fit: Building Official, Finance Director, and Senior Planner. Applications are being accepted now. Don't miss out on this chance to be a vital part of the City of Sonoma team.

The festive melodies of the holiday season are set to return to the heart of Sonoma Plaza with the Holiday Music Series, presented by Music In Place and proudly sponsored by the Sonoma Tourism Improvement District. Starting December 1st and continuing throughout the month, locals and visitors alike are invited to experience the magic of ...

A monthly, community-wide celebration of Sonoma's vibrant business community and outstanding local artists. The Sonoma Art Walk begins October 5th, and continues, the first Thursday of the month, from 5:00-7:30 PM through April 4th. Visit wine-tasting rooms, retailers, art galleries and restaurants to meet local artists and view their work.

Want to learn how to fix your lamp? Join one of Zero Waste Sonoma's star Repair Coaches for a Lamp Repair Workshop at the Sonoma Valley Regional Library. Perhaps you will even become a lamp fixer for others at one of our future Repair Fairs in your local community!