About Us

Picture of the sidewalk outside of the Registrar of Voters Office at sunset. A large green sign at the right says, "County of Sonoma 435 Fiscal Drive Registrar of Voters."

Mission Statement

The Sonoma County Registrar of Voters Office is committed to the following goals:

To provide the highest level of service to the voters of Sonoma County
To eliminate barriers to participation in the democratic process
To educate youth as to the importance of the democratic process
To provide assistance to candidates, proponents and opponents of ballot measures and political jurisdictions in a fair and unbiased manner

Election-related Duties

Conduct federal, state, and local elections held in Sonoma County
Register voters and maintain the voter registration file
Procure all polling places, and recruit all poll workers in Sonoma County
Provide information to candidates regarding the nomination process and campaign finance disclosure requirements
Maintain files of campaign committee financial statements (itemized listings of candidates’ and campaigns’ contributions and expenditures)
Provide voter registration information and related campaign materials to candidates and campaigns

Public Services

Provide proof of registration upon request (for example, proof of residency or school residency verification)
Provide procedural guides to candidates and campaigns
Conduct office tours upon request by schools, civic groups and clubs interested in a "behind-the-scenes" view of elections
Conduct training for individuals or groups organizing a voter registration drive
Conduct training for poll workers and other Election Officials
Provide speakers for functions by groups desiring information about voter registration, the elections process, and how to become a poll worker