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Cannabis Ordinance Update September 6, 2019
On August 29, 2019, Permit Sonoma staff provided an update to the Planning Agency about the upcoming Cannabis Ordinance Amendments. Please watch this video to see a recap of this agenda item. Read full story
Mental Health Services Act Newsletter September 2019 Issue
The MHSA newsletter is published every two to three months by the County of Sonoma Department of Health Services Behavioral Health Division. Read full story
Update September 6, 2019: Blue-green Algae Caution SignsPosted at Spring Lake in Santa Rosa
This afternoon signs were posted at Spring Lake park in the City of Santa Rosa to warn the public of any blue-green algae (BGA) that may be present in the lake. DHS Environmental Health, in conjunction with the Sonoma County Parks Department will be collecting samples to be tested today to determine if harmful algae blooms are present in Spring Lake. Read full story
September SoCo Correspondent
On Thursday, September 5th, the County of Sonoma will be conducting a TEST of three alert and warning systems, including the Wireless Emergency Alert (WEA) system, SoCoAlert, and the National Weather Service NOAA Weather Radio System, from 10:00am until 11:10am. During this testing period, residents and visitors within the communities of Healdsburg, Cloverdale, and Geyserville will receive a phone call or an alert on their mobile device. Read full story
August 2019 Newsletter
In this issue of our e-newsletter we have:Code Enforcement Takes Action on Illegal Cannabis GrowsCoastal Close-Up Photo ContestHazMat Team Keeps Our Roads and Waterways SafeStorm Drains Connect Streets to CreeksSonoma Developmental Center (SDC) UpdatePerformance Dashboards Read full story
2019 Continuum of Care Competition Priority List
On August 22, 2019 the Home Sonoma County Leadership Council (CoC Board) approved rating and rankings for new and renewal projects in the FY 2019 Continuum of Care Competition. Read full story
Access & Functional Needs Populations
Emergency preparedness information for persons with disabilities, seniors, and others with access and functional needs – Everyone needs to understand their risk to various hazards, make a plan to stay safe, have an emergency kit, and plan to stay informed as events unfold. Read full story
The 2018 Crop Report is now available online
This year’s Crop Report honors Sonoma County dairies, highlighting the history and evolution of the dairy industry over the years. Read full story
August SoCo Correspondent
The County of Sonoma has created a space where you can learn about different topics related to emergency response and preparedness from experts, all in one place. Read full story
Septic Permitting Changes Now in Effect
As of August 15, 2019, the Sonoma County Onsite Wastewater Treatment System (OWTS) Manual version 7.0 is in effect. Customers are hereby advised that any septic applications will be required to comply with the provisions of the OWTS Manual version 7.0. Customers are further advised of the following updates to Permit Sonoma’s permitting procedures... Read full story