Insider Edition 102 | March 10, 2026

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March is Women's History Month and Red Cross Month!

Click here to view the proclamations made at the March 4 Town Council Meeting.

In this month's issue:

• Town Manager Updates
• Recap: Presentations to Council
• Downtown Windsor Photo Gallery
• Solid Waste Management Update
• Compost Hub Update
• Preschool Registration
• Winter Averaging (sewer cap)
• Old Redwood Village Opportunity
• Budget Challenges and Revenue Options Presentation
• Summer Nights on the Green Sponsorship Drive
• Bike Commute for Teens Workshop
• Rec Party in the Park
• Windsor Certified Farmers Market
• Earth Day & Repair Fair
• Levi's GranFondo
• Sonoma County Fire District Job Opening
• Windsor Police Dept.- St. Patrick's Day Reminder
• Summer Recreation Guide Coming Soon

At the March 4 Town Council meeting, Town Manager Jon Davis provided updates on the following topics:

• Solid Waste Management Request for Proposals
• Shiloh Rd. and Old Redwood Hwy. pavement
• Animal Control Services

In Case You Missed It - Presentations to Town Council

The Town of Windsor's Human Resources Director gave a presentation of how the Town recruits, develops, and retains staff; noted how many full-time employees the Town currently has; and went over how the pay ranges are determined.

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CRV Recycling is currently available at 8955 Conde Lane for self-service bag drop off. The recycling facility will soon be relocated to 5855 Pruitt Avenue. For more information or to sign up for bag drop off, please visit:

www.northbayrecyclezone.com.

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Business License Tax Option

The Economic Development Manager presented an overview of how much the Town currently charges for new and renewing

Business Licenses; whether the Town would be required to have a

tax presented to the voters or not if the fees were raised; and

how much is anticipated in revenue if the Town did have a

business license tax. 

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Do you love the photos along the SMART platform and SMART trail fence line? Get ready for some new additions! A new set of 11 photo panels are coming soon to the Downtown Windsor Photo Gallery! The images, recommended by the Public Art Advisory Commission and approved by Town Council, were taken by Windsor community members and submitted through the Windsor Photo Contest last fall. These new images will further enhance the experience along the corridor, adding to the vibrancy of downtown Windsor.

Did you know the Town's solid waste management (garbage) agreement expires every 10 years? With the current agreement expiring in September 2027, the Town formed a Solid Waste Community Committee to assist the Town in developing the Request for Proposals (RFP) for the solid waste management franchise agreement, ensuring the public's priorities were considered for the new contract. Town Council approved the RFP at the February 18 meeting. Click here to watch the presentation to Town Council and click here to view the RFP.

USDA certified organic compost is back at the compost hub at 25 Bluebird Dr! This compost is produced from local facilities processing material collected from approved residential green carts around Sonoma County, including from Windsor. The compost does not contain biosolids or manure.

Friendly reminders:

• Bring your own shovel, gloves and container to fill
• Limit your load to (2) 5-gallon buckets per day
• Please clean up after yourself and close the hub door when leaving

Preschool registration for the 26-27 school year is now open! We're celebrating 31 years of smiles, joy, and intentional learning! For more information and to register you can email Lara Brown at lbrown@townofwindsor.ca.gov, call (707) 838-1252, or visit www.townofwindsor.ca.gov/preschool.

What’s Winter Averaging & Why It Matters 💦

Did you know your wastewater residential consumption charges are based on your winter water usage? It’s called your Winter Average (Sewer Cap) and it helps make sure you’re only billed for indoor water that goes down the drain (not outdoor watering, pool fills, etc.)! 💧 📉

💧 Here’s how it works:

• Water use is averaged from December–March (dropping the highest month)

• That average becomes your wastewater (sewer) rate for next year, effective on July 1st

• If the monthly water consumption is less than the winter average, the sewer cap will match the water consumption

Did you have a leak this winter or other special circumstance that may affect your Winter Average? Contact Utility Billing at (707) 838-1004, ub@townofwindsor.ca.gov. Smart metering = fair billing and water-wise living 💧✨

Do you live or work in Windsor and are trying to buy your first home? In partnership with Ryder Homes, the Town of Windsor and Housing Land Trust of the North Bay are pleased to announce an opportunity for eligible applicants to purchase a new residence at Old Redwood Village.

Presentation to Parks and Recreation Commission

March 11, 6:00PM (Town Hall)

You're Invited! The Town of Windsor invites residents and businesses to view a presentation focused on the Town’s current budget challenges and long-term financial sustainability. The presentation will include an overview of Windsor’s financial outlook, recent budget actions, and the factors contributing to ongoing fiscal challenges, and revenue options under consideration.

Can't make it? Click the button below to view the past presentation to Town Council, read the staff report, and learn how you can invite Town staff to speak with your neighborhood, business, or community group.

2026 Summer Nights on the Green Sponsorship Drive 🎶

The Summer Nights on the Green Concert & Movie Series returns on June 4, 2026! Pledge to become a sponsor and market your business or organization to thousands of concert and movie goers each week! Deadline to pledge to be a sponsor is March 20, 2026.

March 18, 2026, 3:00-4:00PM

Windsor Regional Library

Help your teen bike safely to and from school at this informational workshop presented by the Town of Windsor and Sonoma County Bicycle Coalition.

Wednesdays starting April 8, 4:30-6:00PM

Rec Parties in the Park are free and open to all ages! Join us for an afternoon of relay races, sports activities, lawn games, snacks, raffle prizes and more! Parties conclude with Adults vs. Kids Dodgeball!

4/8 Town Green

4/15 Old Vineyard Park

4/22 Michael A. Hall Park

4/29 Vintage Oaks Park

5/6 Starr Creek Park

5/13 Robbins Park

Parties are weather-permitting. More information: Parks & Recreation, (707) 838-1260.

The Windsor Certified Farmers Market returns to Market Street on Sunday, April 12 with new hours (9:00am– 12:30pm). Enjoy fresh produce, delicious food, handmade arts and crafts, live music, and more! For more information about the Farmers Market, including the calendar of events and 2026 vendor information, click the link below. 

Earth Day Celebration

Town Green

Join the Town of Windsor and the Windsor Certified Farmers' Market for the 2026 Earth Day Celebration. Fun activities, traditional dances, giveaways, and a free bike valet! Learn from some of the best local organizations about climate and environmental initiatives in Windsor and beyond. 

Repair Fair

Huerta Gym



Do you have a lamp, small appliance, textile, computer, or bike in need of repair? Get it repaired for free! For more information and to register your item, click the button below. For more about the Town's sustainability program, click here.

The annual cycling event returns with scenic courses for riders of all levels and a two-day festival at the Town Green. For additional details, including rider and volunteer information, visit www.levisgranfondo.com.

Are you a dynamic, community focused communications professional with a passion for public service?

The Sonoma County Fire District is currently seeking a Community Engagement Coordinator - Public Information Officer! Click the button below to view the job description and apply.

Applications due by March 22, 2026.

Event Calendars

The Town of Windsor’s Economic Development Division supports local businesses, strengthens the local economy, and helps guide Windsor’s growth in a way that reflects community values.

Meet Tim Ricard, Economic Development Manager. As a one-person division working under the Town Manager, Ricard focuses on business retention and attraction, downtown vitality, tourism and marketing, and coordination on major development projects. 

“I work with Windsor businesses to ensure they can continue to stay and grow in our community,” says Ricard, a 7-year employee of the Town of Windsor. “I advocate for them within local government and work with various departments to make sure policies and programs are business-friendly.”

Ricard discovered his passion for economic development during his time in redevelopment and planning with other agencies. “Small business owners put so much on the line and risk so much to provide their services to the community. I like helping them, especially through the permitting process. Anyone interested in starting a business in Windsor can come to me and I can provide a suite of concierge services to connect them to loans, business plan coaching, permit assistance—it’s a one-stop shop on starting and growing a business. I love economic development because it’s a way to ‘yes.’” 

Recent projects include expanding DiscoverWindsor.com, supporting downtown businesses through parking improvements and wayfinding, helping establish and grow the Windsor Beverage District, and leading long-term initiatives such as the Economic Development Strategic Plan. His current efforts are focused on educating the community on the budget challenges and potential revenue solutions, attracting businesses to increase Town revenue (with Trader Joe’s on his wish list), gearing up for Levi’s GranFondo in late April, and welcoming new businesses downtown. 

When he’s not in the office or leading a Time with Tim session at the Windsor Chamber of Commerce, Ricard can be found enjoying the outdoors with his family and riding his bike — fitting for an alum of UC Santa Barbara and Cal Poly. How would he spend an ideal day in Windsor? “I would ride the SMART Train with my bike to a summer concert on the Green, eat at one of the many incredible restaurants in town, then grab a beer or glass of wine in the beverage district.” 

To contact Tim in Economic Development, email tricard@townofwindsor.ca.gov or call (707) 838-5339.

Time with Tim

March 25, 2026

Windsor Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center

Join Economic Development Manager Tim Ricard and the Windsor Chamber of Commerce for coffee and donuts as Tim brings the latest updates on economic development, planning, business news, and resources.

On A High Note Choirs & Orchestra 

Ages 5+: Saturday Mornings

Ages 18+: Tuesday Evenings

Come make music and meet new friends - no musical experience required! 

Details and Registration

Beginning Pickleball

Ages 18+

April 1-22

Wednesdays, 9-10AM

$100 for Residents

$110 for Non-Residents

Details and Registration

Bingo

Ages 50+

Thursdays, 1:30-3:30PM

$1 per card to play

More information: (707) 838-1250

Missed the last meeting? Check out the Town Council Meeting Recap.

To contact the Mayor or a Councilmember, visit the Windsor Town Council webpage for more information.

Meeting dates, times, and locations subject to change. View the meeting agenda for the current meeting information. For more information about Town Commissions, click here.

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