Hello Windsor!

As we reach the heart of summer, I want to take a moment to thank you for your continued support, engagement, and community spirit.

Summer is a vibrant time in Windsor —parks are full, local businesses are bustling, and the Town is alive with events and activities.

This time of year also brings important work behind the scenes. Our public works crews, parks team, and Windsor Police are all hard at work keeping our Town clean, safe, and running smoothly during the summer heat. Please join me in thanking them for their dedication.

Remember to stay hydrated, look out for your neighbors, and continue to take pride in the wonderful community we share.

Wishing you a safe and joyful mid-summer.

In this edition of the Insider:

• Parks Make Life Better
• Volunteer Day - July 26
• National Night Out - August 5
• Public Meeting - Hazard Mitigation Plan Updates
• Windsor Library - Money Smart Kids
• Native Landscape Maintenance Workshop
• Public Meeting - Save the Date

Did you know July is “Parks Makes Life Better” Month? At the July 16 Town Council meeting, it was proclaimed that July is “Parks Makes Life Better” Month, a time to recognize the vital role that Parks and Recreation plays in fostering a healthy and thriving community. 

From gathering at the Summer Nights on the Green concerts, to cheering for our sports teams in our community parks, to enjoying peaceful walks along our trails, let’s take a look at our parks… by the numbers:

·   19 parks spanning 110 acres around town

·    20 playground structures offering safe spaces for children to play and explore

·     5 pickleball courts and 4 tennis courts for friendly competition

·     7 pieces of fitness equipment at Starr Creek Park for fitness fun in the sun

·     8 basketball courts ready for three-pointers and neighborhood games

Our parks and their amenities are serviced by 10 full-time and 6 part-time dedicated maintenance workers who service the parks 7 days per week, 365 days per year. Here are some more impressive numbers behind the scenes that help keep Windsor’s parks clean and safe:

• 250 trash cans emptied weekly to keep our parks tidy and welcoming
• Over 30 restrooms and porta potties serviced each week for your comfort and convenience
• 20,000 irrigation heads throughout our parks, delivering essential water to keep our grass and plants thriving
• 23 miles of streetscapes weeded, pruned, and cleared of litter

Thanks to the hard work of our tireless Parks team and the support of our community, Windsor’s parks are beautiful, safe, and inviting spaces for everyone to enjoy. Whether you’re playing a game, attending a concert, or simply taking a peaceful stroll, our parks truly make life better—today and every day.

Volunteer Day at Michael Smith Memorial Park

Join us for a Park Beautification Day on Saturday, July 26

9 AM to 11 AM

We’ll be doing basic groundskeeping tasks such as:

• Spreading mulch

• Spreading bark

• Light pruning around the park

The Town will provide some tools, but we encourage you to bring your own — especially rakes and gloves. (Please, no power tools.)

If you're interested in helping, please contact Vanessa Camacho at VCamacho@townofwindsor.ca.gov or

text 707-892-1279.

RSVPs are not required but highly encouraged, as we like to provide a morning treat for our amazing volunteers. We hope to see you there — let’s work together to keep our park beautiful! 

Join us on Tuesday, August 5

6 PM – 8 PM

National Night Out

hosted by the

Windsor Police Department. 

This nationwide event promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live. 

National Night Out “builds a safer community by knowing your neighbors and your surroundings. National Night Out triumphs over a culture that isolates us from each other and allows us to rediscover our own communities”, says Kay Bailey Hutchison.

We hope to see you there!

Hazard Mitigation Plan Risk Assessment Review

The County of Sonoma Department of Emergency Management will be hosting a Hazard Mitigation Working Group meeting on Tuesday, July 29, at 10 AM to review the results of the Hazard Mitigation Plan risk assessment.

This public meeting is a great opportunity for the public to learn about the county-wide vulnerabilities uncovered by the assessment.

Registration for this meeting is required. You can register here: Hazard Mitigation Working Group | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams

For more information on the Hazard Mitigation Plan Update visit the project website. 

Library Hosts “Money Smart Kids” Week to Teach Financial Literacy

Free School Supplies Provided

Sonoma County Library invites students in grades K-12 to participate in Money Smart Kids, a free financial literacy event at the Windsor Library taking place from July 28 through August 1, from 1 PM to 2 PM each day.

This engaging program helps kids practice real-world money skills by earning “Otto Bucks” to budget and shop for back-to-school supplies. Each student will receive one free backpack and a set of school supplies. Registration is required and students must be present to participate.

Families interested in registering can find full program details and sign up through the library’s online calendar at sonomalibrary.org/MoneySmart

The library’s Money Smart Kids events are a part of the

Summer Lunch at the Library program. 

Native Landscape Maintenance - Saturday, August 2

10:30 AM -12:30 PM at the Windsor Senior Center (9231 Foxwood Dr) 

You’ve planted a native plant garden, and now you need to maintain it.

In this workshop, you will learn how to care for your native garden year-round. This workshop will end with a hands-on portion at the Michael A. Hall Park pollinator garden. 

Water Conservation Manager Cristina Goulart will be facilitating guest speakers April Owens and Jennifer Roberts from the Habitat Corridor Project!

The Department of Emergency Management will host a series of public meetings to gather input on the County’s Emergency Operations Plan, which outlines how government agencies and partners prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters. The plan was last updated in 2022 and is now undergoing a refresh to reflect lessons learned and new strategies.

Residents are invited to attend in-person meetings in each of the County’s five supervisorial districts or a countywide virtual meeting.

All sessions will be held from

6 PM to 7 PM

English and Spanish

August 12 – Windsor, 21 Bluebird Dr.

August 13 – Virtual (Countywide)

These community meetings offer residents a chance to learn more about how emergency planning works, ask questions, and provide input to help make the plan more responsive and equitable. You can read the current Emergency Operations Plan here and sign up for any of the meetings in English or Spanish.

Whether you’ve been through a disaster or just want to be better prepared, your voice can help Sonoma County plan smarter and respond faster.

Join us at the Town Council meeting on Wednesday, June 18, at 6 PM. 

The agenda packet is available at https://www.townofwindsor.ca.gov/721/Agendas-Minutes-Videos

For a recap of prior Council meetings

Please visit https://www.townofwindsor.ca.gov/1564/Town-Council-Meeting-Recap

Councilmember Office Hours

Councilmember Sam Salmon,

District 2 will be holding office hours at Town Hall.

Stop by if you have questions, comments, or concerns.

Appointments are preferred.

Please contact Councilmember Salmon at

707-542-2310

or by email at ssalmon@townofwindsor.ca.gov

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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Town of Windsor

9291 Old Redwood Highway

Windsor, CA 95492

(707) 838-1000

Email us at info@townofwindsor.ca.gov