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March 28, 2023 | Community Development Commission

Substantial Amendment to FY 2020-2021 Action Plan – Now Available!

Substantial Amendment to the FY 2020-2021 Annual Action Plan Read full story


March 24, 2023 | County Administrator's Office

Weekly Roundup for March 24, 2023

Today’s digest provides helpful and important news on the following: 1. Drought update 2. Joe Rodota Trail and Emergency Shelter site updates 3. Other Sonoma County news Read full story


March 24, 2023 | County Administrator's Office

Sonoma County issues freeze alert

The County of Sonoma is issuing a freeze alert in response to the National Weather Service’s prediction of sub-freezing temperatures overnight tonight through Sunday morning. Officials recommend that residents limit time outdoors as serious medical conditions including hypothermia and frostbite can develop with prolonged exposure to cold weather. Read full story


March 24, 2023 | Department of Emergency Management

Graton disaster fair April 1 to provide emergency preparedness and planning resources

The Graton Fire Protection District, in collaboration with the Sonoma County Department of Emergency Management and Jody James, L.Ac., will host a disaster preparedness fair with interactive activities for adults, seniors and children on April 1 at the Graton Fire Department, 3750 Gravenstein Highway North, in Sebastopol. Read full story


March 23, 2023 | Climate Action and Resiliency

Spring Energy and Resiliency Workshop Series

The County of Sonoma, Climate Action and Resiliency Division is pleased to announce the latest homeowner workshops in an on-going series for those interested in learning more about the benefits of making improvements that will help make your home more energy efficient and resilient. Read full story


March 23, 2023 | Department of Human Services

Sonoma County partnership creates resource hub for older adults, people with disabilities

The Sonoma County Human Services Department and local nonprofits have launched a resource hub that quickly connects older adults and people with disabilities to an array of critical services. Read full story


March 21, 2023 | County Administrator's Office

Sonoma County opens emergency shelter site, announces temporary closure of Joe Rodota Trail

The County of Sonoma opened an emergency shelter site this afternoon at the County Government Center campus, creating a new source of temporary housing for unsheltered individuals camped along Joe Rodota Trail and other public places. Read full story


March 21, 2023 | County Administrator's Office

Sonoma County increases Living Wage to $17.65 an hour starting July 1

The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously today to raise the county’s Living Wage an additional 2.26 percent to $17.65 an hour, effective July 1. Read full story


March 17, 2023 | County Administrator's Office

Weekly Roundup for March 17, 2023

Today’s digest provides helpful and important updates on the following: 1) Free upcoming home energy workshops; 2) Job and resource fair for homeless March 22; 3) Emergency housing plan webinar available; and 4) Other Sonoma County news of note Read full story


March 17, 2023 | Community Development Commission

FY 23-24 Action Plan Now Available for Public Comment

The Community Development Commission of Sonoma County is proud to announce that the Draft Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Action Plan is now available for public comment through April 17, 2023! Read full story