Hello Windsor!

Wow, what a turnout at the Holiday Celebration and Tree Lighting last Thursday.

I want to send out a big thank you to all the singers, performers, dancers, vendors, and program participants for bringing such holiday cheer to the Town Green.

We believe we may have broken the attendance record for this wonderful event and greatly appreciate all your support. The Charlie Brown Tree Grove will remain lit through December 31^st, more information can be found here Charlie Brown Christmas Tree Grove — People 4 Parks Windsor.

I encourage you all to visit the Town Green with family and friends this holiday season to dine, taste, and shop.

Happy Holidays!

In this edition of the Insider:

Town Offices Closed

Town Council Update

Holiday Collection & Recycling

Keep People Housed

Composting & Holiday Trees

Mayor Reynoza

Youth Mayor

Municipal Climate Action Plan

Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan

Stay Safe This Holiday Season

Town offices will be closed in observance of the Christmas Day holiday from Monday, December 23 through Friday, December 27. During the office closure please find below helpful contact information.

Debora Fudge - Thank you for your service to the Town of Windsor!

First elected to the Windsor Town Council in 1996, Debora Fudge has dedicated 28 years to shaping the Town of Windsor we know and love today. Over seven terms, six mayorships, and countless hours of service, Debora leaves an undeniable mark on our community.

From her work on the SMART Board and Sonoma Clean Power to championing the Town Green and advocating for sustainable growth, she has pushed for the greater good of Windsor and its residents. Councilmember Fudge’s commitment to Windsor’s small-town charm and environmental initiatives has earned awards, inspired thoughtful development, and created a community we’re proud to call home.

Beyond her leadership, Councilmember Fudge is a dedicated climate advocate, a successful small business owner, and a passionate cyclist and swimmer. 

Join us in thanking Debora for her service to Windsor as she steps back from civic life!

November 5th Election Results

Rosa Reynoza -

Mayor

We extend congratulations to Rosa Reynoza on her re-election, representing as the Town Mayor.

Sam Salmon - Councilmember District 2

We extend congratulations to Sam Salmon on his re-election, representing District 2.

JB Leep - Councilmember

District 3

We’re excited to welcome J.B. Leep as the newest member of the Windsor Town Council, representing District 3. 

For more information on the Town of Windsor elected officials visit the Town Council.

SCRR will be closed on

Wednesday, December 25

in observance of Christmas. 

Wednesday, January 1

in observance of New Year’s Day. 

Collection services on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday will be delayed by one day. 

Regular service will resume the following week. 

Are you behind on rent, mortgage, utilities, or other housing-related expenses?

Do you need financial assistance?

Keep People Housed provides free financial assistance and legal support to eligible households. Whether you need help with rent, utilities, eviction notices, or other emergency needs, Keep People Housed can help! 

For more information email the Town of Windsor’s non-profit partner

Reach For Home at info@reachforhome.org or call 707-433-6161. 

Apply for services starting December 16 at www.keeppeoplehoused.org

Holiday Composting!

Meal prep for the holidays, food scraps, and soiled paper products are encouraged to be placed into your green organic waste cart.  

This includes your holiday plants and trees. Your efforts will help divert material from the landfill to reduce impacts on our planet.

For a free kitchen compost pail, please visit Town Hall at 9291 Old Redwood Highway, Building 400. 

Recycling Christmas Trees!

Curbside: Residents can place their trees (up to 6 feet tall) out for curbside pickup from December 26 to December 31, on their service day. 

Drop Off: Trees can be dropped off at Windsor Public Works Corporation Yard at 8400 Windsor Road from December 26 to January 9. 

Organic Waste Cart: Cut to fit inside your green organic waste cart at any time. Lids must be closed.  

For more information contact SCRR at 707-795-7470 or by email at info@sonomacorr.com.

On Tuesday, December 3, Mayor Rosa Reynoza

had the honor of conducting the California Attorney’s Oath of Office for Juan Rizo, a recent graduate of the University of San Francisco School of Law and a successful candidate who passed the

California Bar Exam.

The intimate ceremony occurred at Windsor

Town Hall, with Juan’s loved ones in attendance.

Juan, a long-time resident of Windsor and a

first-generation law student was deeply moved by this meaningful milestone in his career.

Mayor Reynoza's participation in this significant moment highlighted not only Juan's

achievement but also the broader themes of diversity and community aspirations.

Congratulations Juan!

Apply to be Youth Mayor

One student (up to 8th Grade) will be chosen. Youth Mayor duties include joining Mayor Reynoza

in attending Town events, occasionally attending the beginning of council meetings, and

holding the designation through June 30.

More information and the application can be found at: www.townofwindsor.ca.gov

The Town of Windsor is dedicated to preparing the community for the future and being the catalyst for a widespread cultural shift toward sustainability. The Windsor Municipal Climate Action Plan (MCAP) aims to help Town staff drastically reduce the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of municipal operations, following the guiding principles of the 2019 Windsor Climate 

Emergency Resolution 3548-19 to achieve Net-Zero by 2030, the 2022 Windsor Climate Resilience Plan, and the Town’s 2040 General Plan. Going”Net-Zero” means reducing GHG emissions as much as possible while balancing residual emissions through offsetting with carbon sequestration projects. The objectives established in the MCAP are complemented by recommendations for community engagement for a well-rounded approach. Additionally, this Plan supports ongoing sustainability efforts Town-wide that go beyond GHG emissions. Read the MCAP here!

Planning Process Public Survey ENGLISH and SPANISH



Sonoma County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan – 2026 Update

The Town of Windsor (Town) is partnering with the Sonoma County Department of Emergency Management on the update of the 2021 Multi-Jurisdictional Local Hazard Mitigation Plan for the County and 23 of its municipalities and special districts. The mitigation projects that are identified in the plan will reduce vulnerability and increase community resiliency to disasters. 

The plan will focus on the safety of existing and future buildings, infrastructure, critical facilities, and how the community could be impacted by a natural disaster. A risk assessment will be conducted to identify hazards that may impact the Town including Sonoma County, and its municipalities and special districts, profile the relevant hazards and their potential consequences, identify assets subject to losses or damage, and estimate the potential losses resulting from each type of hazard. 

The County and the Town are asking members of the public to contribute to the planning process by taking a survey. This survey is designed to gather information from around Sonoma County to help us better coordinate activities and reduce the risk of injury or property damage. These questions are for information-gathering only and responses will be shared with municipal, state, federal, and county entities for planning purposes only. 

To access the survey and to find out more about the planning process, please visit the Sonoma Department of Emergency Hazard Mitigation webpage or follow the links listed below:

Survey in English: https://forms.office.com/r/QQJCT1zgeL



Cuestionario en español: https://forms.office.com/r/pmcjqMN9ig 

Are you interested in participating in the update? For more information or questions about the Windsor Annex and update process contact Kimberly Jordan, Planner III at kjordan@townofwindsor.ca.gov or Kristina Owens, Government Operations Manager at kmowens@townofwindsor.ca.gov. 

The holiday season is here, and with it comes the warmth and beauty of decorated Christmas trees. While they’re a festive centerpiece in many homes, it’s important to keep safety in mind to ensure your celebrations are joyous and accident-free.



Here are a few tips to keep your tree—and your family—safe this holiday season:

Choose a Fresh Tree: Look for a tree with green needles that don’t fall off easily when touched. A fresh tree is less likely to catch fire.



Water Daily: Keep your tree stand filled with water to prevent the tree from drying out. A dry tree can ignite quickly.

Check Your Lights: Inspect all light strings for frayed wires or broken bulbs before decorating. Always turn off the lights when you leave the house or go to bed.



Place with Care: Keep your tree at least three feet away from heat sources like fireplaces, heaters, and candles.

The Sonoma County Fire District

wishes all of Windsor a safe and joyful holiday season.

May your celebrations be filled with

warmth, cheer, and the spirit of community.

Happy Holidays!



For more fire safety tips or to learn

about our services, visit sonomacountyfd.org.

Come Join Us!

The Town of Windsor is active with events year-round. 

The following Town links will provide you with dates and event details to "mark your calendar".

We look forward to seeing you!

Major Community Events Calendar

Special Events

Windsor Senior Recreation Center

Windsor Chamber of Commerce Community Calendar

The Town of Windsor is looking for talented people.

For information on open positions, click here for the full list. If you have questions about working for the Town, please reach out to our Human Resources team at hr@townofwindsor.com. 

Join our team! Go here to apply.

Here are some public meetings and workshops we would love for you to participate in. For more information on the agenda, view the meeting, or the recording click on the meeting link.

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9291 Old Redwood Highway

Windsor, CA 95492

(707) 838-1000

Email us at info@townofwindsor.ca.gov