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Charles M. Schulz – Sonoma County Airport report to Board of Supervisors shows continued growth in passengers, revenue
Passenger traffic at Charles M. Schulz – Sonoma County Airport was up 4 percent from 2022 to 2023 and is up 15 percent so far this year, according to data shared with the Board of Supervisors on Tuesday. Overall, there were 82,710 commercial and general flights in and out of the airport in 2023 and 641,178 total airline passengers. Read full story
Sonoma Valley Veterans Building to get advanced heating, ventilation and air conditioning system
The Board of Supervisors today authorized the Department of Public Infrastructure to replace the heating, ventilation and air conditioning system in the main lobby and lounge at the Sonoma Veterans Memorial Hall located at 126 1st St. West in Sonoma. Read full story
Prescribed burning operations planned at Regional Parks and Open Space Preserves for fall and winter 2024-2025
Sonoma County Regional Parks and CAL FIRE plan to conduct a series of prescribed fire operations throughout the coming year to improve park health and wildfire resilience. Read full story
Sonoma County tenant rights webinar set for October 17
Sonoma County will host a webinar on October 17 to update residents about their tenant protection rights including new rights recently adopted by the Board of Supervisors. The online informational session, which will include Spanish interpretation, will feature representatives from Legal Aid of Sonoma County and the Sonoma County Counsel’s office. Read full story
New paved path adds recreation options at Tom Schopflin Fields
Sonoma County Regional Parks has completed a new paved trail at Tom Schopflin Fields, enhancing recreation for visitors. Read full story
Sonoma County General Plan update ramps up with new website, Board of Supervisors discussion
Permit Sonoma has launched General Plan Sonoma, the comprehensive update to Sonoma County’s General Plan. The project launch includes an updated website and email newsletter, which will provide project information, event and meeting dates, opportunities for input and online engagement, and milestones reached. The General Plan is a foundational document that outlines community goals and creates a vision for the future by establishing policies that guide land use and development over the next 20-30 years. Robust public input is essential in the General Plan update, and community engagement will kick off in January 2025. Read full story
New study reveals widespread use of septic systems in Sonoma County, identifies opportunities and challenges
The County of Sonoma today unveiled a new study and interactive map of more than 36,000 local parcels with septic systems, highlighting opportunities and challenges relating to wastewater treatment in vast areas of the county that are not currently served by a sewer system. Read full story
Board of Supervisors approves public art installation at Joe Rodota Trail entrance in Sebastopol
The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors today approved a new public art installation at the entrance of the Joe Rodota Trail in Sebastopol, highlighting the County's ongoing commitment to enhancing public spaces and promoting cultural awareness. Read full story
Board of Supervisors approves construction of Arnold Drive bike lanes in Sonoma Valley
The Board of Supervisors today approved a project to construct on-road bicycle lanes along approximately two miles of Arnold Drive between Country Club Drive and Madrone Road in Sonoma Valley. The project, which is expected to get underway in 2025, will improve safety and mobility for pedestrians and bicyclists. The plan also aligns with County goals for safe bicycle ridership and infrastructure, zero-emission transportation options, and the Sonoma County Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan. Read full story
Environmental and culinary benefits of induction cooking to be on display October 19 at fall Induction Cooking Expo
Learn how induction cooking can save money, help the environment and improve your culinary skills at the fall North Bay Induction Cooking Expo on Oct. 19 in Santa Rosa. The free event features a demonstration of induction cooking, hands-on opportunities to try an induction stovetop, and information on rebates and incentives for energy efficient upgrades to your home. Read full story