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May 16, 2017 | Human Resources Department

Sun Safety Is Not Just For Vacation

The warm sun may feel good on your skin but the sun’s rays can cause wrinkles, age spots and skin cancer.  In fact, most skin cancers are related to sun exposure. Protect your skin and help prevent damage by using sunscreen throughout the year. Read full story


May 16, 2017 | Sonoma Public Infrastructure

Road Work Update

Crews are potholing, trimming brush, preparing bridge decks at Odd Fellows' summer crossing, resurfacing, stenciling, repairing culverts and signs. Repairs on Hot Springs Road will begin later this week and the road is expected to open in early June. Construction activities for the Hauser Bridge Replacement are underway. Read full story


May 15, 2017 | Auditor-Controller Treasurer-Tax Collector Department

Sign up for E-Billing to Receive your Property Tax Bill Electronically!

By subscribing to a paperless tax bill service with Sonoma County, you will no longer receive a paper copy of your tax bill. Instead, an electronic version of your bill will be emailed to you each year. Read full story


May 01, 2017 | Sonoma Public Infrastructure

Road Work Update

This week we are potholing, mowing along roadsides, preparing bridge decks at summer crossings, repairing guardrails, culverts, and signs, and stenciling. We are starting construction activities for the Hauser Bridge Replacement. Read full story


April 18, 2017 | Sonoma County Regional Parks

Public Input Invited on North Sonoma Mountain Master Plan

Sonoma County Regional Parks is developing a master plan for future recreation opportunities and environmental protections for North Sonoma Mountain Regional Park and Open Space Preserve. The plan will serve as a guide for the park and preserve’s management and will consider the potential for additional public access, including a trail to the mountain peak. Read full story


April 03, 2017 | Sonoma Public Infrastructure

Agenda Item of Interest: April 11 JPA for the Sonoma County Waste Management Agency

The Sonoma County Waste Management Agency, a governmentagency which handles green waste and wood waste composting, household hazardouswaste collection and disposal, solid waste education, and solid waste planning,is set to expire on February 11, 2018.  An agreement to continue theprograms of this agency has been drafted and must be approved by all members,including the County of Sonoma, to become effective.  The recommendedaction by the Board of Supervisors is to approve and authorize the Chair toexecute the proposed Amended and Restated Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement(JPA) for the Sonoma County Waste Management Agency. Read full story


March 30, 2017 | Independent Office of Law Enforcement Review and Outreach

IOLERO Director Statement on removal of Community Advisory Council Member

IOLERO Director releases statement that Alicia Roman will no longer be working with office as Community Advisory Council member. Read full story


March 30, 2017 | Independent Office of Law Enforcement Review and Outreach

IOLERO Director Issues Recommendations on Sonoma County Sheriff's Office Immigration Policies

Director issues recommendation that Sheriff's Office further limit its cooperation with federal civil immigration enforcement Read full story


March 24, 2017 | Office of the District Attorney

National Crime Victims’ Rights Week April 2 - April 8, 2017

This year’s theme—Strength. Resilience. Justice.—reflects this vision of the future. One in which all victims are strengthened by the response they receive, organizations are resilient to face challenges, and communities are able to seek collective justice and healing. The theme highlights the need for multiple avenues of victim support. Read full story


March 22, 2017 | Human Resources Department

CASA – Court Appointed Special Advocate

Court Appointed Special Advocates needed for children and youth currently in the Juvenile Court system. Read full story