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August 05, 2025 | Board of Supervisors Department

A note from Supervisor Hopkins | August 5, 2025

In a time of fear and uncertainty, we owe our community not just compassion, but honesty. A sanctuary ordinance we can't enforce does more harm than good - and I can't support that.


June 25, 2025 | Board of Supervisors Department

News from the Fifth District | June 25, 2025

This edition highlights key opportunities to engage, learn, and prepare in Sonoma County. Register for upcoming CERT emergency response training, get your documents authenticated at the July Apostille Pop-Up, and help your teen submit a short film by August 15 for the Teen Film Festival. Plus, explore free swim safety classes, local council meetings, and tips to stay wildfire-ready with alerts and evacuation zone info.


June 04, 2025 | Board of Supervisors Department

News from the Fifth District | June 4, 2025

The Monte Rio Redwoods Expansion moves forward, protecting over 1,500 acres of forest and watershed in a major conservation effort. With salmon season approaching, boaters are encouraged to review safety tips before heading out. The upcoming Lower Russian River MAC meeting on June 12 will focus on the County’s General Plan Update and introduce the EPIC public art campaign, which promotes keeping trash out of local waterways. The meeting will also include a brief summary update regarding a possible Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District (EIFD) in unincorporated West County.