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July 08, 2024 | Board of Supervisors Department

District 1 July 2024 Short Newsletter

I am sure we are all exhausted by this extensive heat wave, but there is an end in sight! As of writing, the Heat Advisory issued by Sonoma County's Public Health Officer had been extended to and is set to expire on Tuesday, July 9th. Please continue to stay cool and check in on friends, family, and neighbors. Read full story


July 08, 2024 | Community Development Commission

Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for Fiscal Year (FY) 2024-2025 County Fund for Housing (CFH) and Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA), and FY 2021-2022 HOME-American Rescue Plan (HOME-ARP)

The Sonoma County Community Development Commission (Commission) will be accepting funding applications from eligible applicants for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 County Fund for Housing (CFH) and Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) and Fiscal Year 2021-2022 HOME – American Rescue Plan (HOME-ARP). These funds are available for eligible affordable housing projects, and the eligibility requirements differ based on the applicable funding source. All prospective applicants are required to attend a mandatory technical assistance workshop in order to apply. Furthermore, all prospective applicants are highly encouraged to review the full Notice of Funding Availability. Read full story


July 05, 2024 | County Administrator's Office

Weekly roundup for July 5, 2024

Today’s digest provides helpful and important updates on the following: 1) Protect yourself from the heat; 2) Prepare for wildfire season by listening to SoCo Ready podcast series; 3) Get the latest news on efforts to address climate change in Sonoma County; and 4) Other Sonoma County news of note. Read full story


July 01, 2024 | Board of Supervisors Department

District 3 Monthly Newsletter July 2024

Read our monthly newsletter for the latest on Measure O updates, a new pilot program for local foster youth, wellness workshops and more. Our newsletter also includes a community bulletin and details on upcoming local events. Read full story


July 01, 2024 | Community Development Commission

Notice of Cancellation of Public Hearing: Sonoma County Housing Authority PHA Administrative Plan Update

The Sonoma County Community Development Commission, in its capacity as the governing body of the Sonoma County Housing Authority, has cancelled the public hearing related to the PHA Administrative Plan Update originally scheduled August 21, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. The public hearing will be rescheduled in early 2025. Public Notice will be made prior to the hearing. Read full story


June 28, 2024 | County Administrator's Office

Weekly roundup for June 28, 2024

Today’s digest provides helpful and important updates on the following: 1) Sonoma County Point Fire contained, fire season reminders; 2) Upcoming public workshops on disaster recovery; 3) Sonoma County Library announces Summer Reading Program; and 4) Latest Sonoma County career opportunities Read full story


June 25, 2024 | Department of Agriculture, Weights & Measures

2024 Point Fire Agricultural Crop Damage Assessment Form

The Sonoma County Department of Agriculture/Weights & Measures (AWM) is conducting a preliminary data capture to evaluate potential damage and/or loss sustained during the June 2024 Point Fire in Sonoma County. AWM may contact the reporting party for additional information. Data collected is for AGRICULTURAL CROP RELATED damage and/or loss only. All information is confidential. This information will be used to compile a damage assessment report for Sonoma County in order to qualify Sonoma County for possible federal assistance. Read full story


June 21, 2024 | County Administrator's Office

Weekly roundup for June 21, 2024

Today’s digest provides helpful and important updates on the following: 1) Update: 2024 Sonoma County Point Fire; 2) Latest issue of SoCo Correspondent available now; 3) Human Services resource hub accessible online; 4) Stay in the know with free County newsletters; and 5) Other Sonoma County news of note Read full story


June 21, 2024 | Department of Health Services

Notice of Intent to Award: RFP for Behavioral Health Services for Youth

The evaluation panel carefully reviewed and analyzed the proposals received in response to the above referenced solicitation. Based upon that review and analysis, we are recommending to the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors that the contract be awarded to: Seneca Family of Agencies; LifeWorks of Sonoma County; Individuals Now, Inc., dba Social Advocates for Youth (SAY); TLC Child & Family Services Read full story


June 20, 2024 | Board of Supervisors Department

District 1 June 2024 Newsletter

Red Flag warnings, fire maps, Nixle alerts, evacuation zones…these terms should be familiar to all of us in Sonoma County by now. With our first large wildland fire and our first Red Flag warning of the season both already here, I want to first and foremost thank all of our first responders currently responding to the Point Fire, and say that my heart goes out to all the residents impacted. Additionally, I wanted to take a moment to remind everyone how to stay informed on current conditions and active fires, and how to get prepared. Read full story