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New study reveals widespread use of septic systems in Sonoma County, identifies opportunities and challenges
The County of Sonoma today unveiled a new study and interactive map of more than 36,000 local parcels with septic systems, highlighting opportunities and challenges relating to wastewater treatment in vast areas of the county that are not currently served by a sewer system. Read full story
Board of Supervisors approves public art installation at Joe Rodota Trail entrance in Sebastopol
The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors today approved a new public art installation at the entrance of the Joe Rodota Trail in Sebastopol, highlighting the County's ongoing commitment to enhancing public spaces and promoting cultural awareness. Read full story
Board of Supervisors approves construction of Arnold Drive bike lanes in Sonoma Valley
The Board of Supervisors today approved a project to construct on-road bicycle lanes along approximately two miles of Arnold Drive between Country Club Drive and Madrone Road in Sonoma Valley. The project, which is expected to get underway in 2025, will improve safety and mobility for pedestrians and bicyclists. The plan also aligns with County goals for safe bicycle ridership and infrastructure, zero-emission transportation options, and the Sonoma County Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan. Read full story
Environmental and culinary benefits of induction cooking to be on display October 19 at fall Induction Cooking Expo
Learn how induction cooking can save money, help the environment and improve your culinary skills at the fall North Bay Induction Cooking Expo on Oct. 19 in Santa Rosa. The free event features a demonstration of induction cooking, hands-on opportunities to try an induction stovetop, and information on rebates and incentives for energy efficient upgrades to your home. Read full story
County hosting workshop on Conservation Sonoma to improve endangered species protection, streamline permitting
Permit Sonoma is hosting a public workshop to discuss an endangered species habitat conservation plan known as Conservation Sonoma, a multijurisdictional effort to improve endangered species protection and recovery and streamline permitting. Read full story
Ballots to be mailed out next week for November 5 General Election
Vote-by-Mail ballots for the Nov. 5 General Election will begin going out Monday, Oct. 7, to all active, registered voters in Sonoma County, according to Deva Marie Proto, Sonoma County Registrar of Voters. The ballots are expected to take between three and 10 days to arrive. Read full story
Safeway, Albertsons, and Vons Pay Nearly $4 Million to Resolve Allegations of Price Overcharges and False Weight Advertising
Sonoma County District Attorney Carla Rodriguez announced today that Safeway, Albertsons, and Vons entered into a stipulated judgment and will pay $3,962,500 to settle a civil law enforcement complaint that alleged the grocers engaged in false advertising and unfair competition. Safeway Inc., Albertsons Companies, and The Vons Companies operate 589 stores in California under the brand name banners of Safeway, Albertsons, Vons and others. Read full story
Free holiday parking at Regional Parks for veterans and active-duty military
Veterans, military members, and their families can obtain a special pass to waive the $7 day-use parking fee at Sonoma County Regional Parks from Nov. 9-11, 2023, by presenting valid military identification at designated locations. Read full story
Sonoma County Health Officer extends health advisory concerning heat wave
County of Sonoma Health Officer Dr. Tanya Phares has extended a health advisory in response to the National Weather Service’s Excessive Heat Warning for much of the county through 11 p.m. Thursday. The Excessive Heat Warning was extended through 11 p.m. Thursday for Sonoma County Interior and Coastal Ranges. Interior temperatures will range from the mid-90s to low 100s, regions close to the coast will range from the upper 70s to mid 80s, and regions directly along the coast will range from the upper 60s to mid-70s. Read full story
Sonoma County Health Officer issues health advisory concerning heat wave; County to open cooling centers
County of Sonoma Health Officer Dr. Tanya Phares has issued a health advisory in response to the National Weather Service’s Excessive Heat Warning for much of the county from 11 a.m. Monday through 11 p.m. Wednesday. Read full story