Sonoma County To Hold Meetings On Proposed Cannabis Program Update

The meetings could result in proposals to expand, restrict or eliminate cannabis land uses and streamline the cannabis permitting process.

Vape Sales Banned, Cigarettes $10 In Sonoma County Under New Ordinance

Supervisors voted 4-1 in favor of multiple changes to the county's tobacco retail license ordinance.

City Of Petaluma Community Update For Oct. 13

New Public Comment Policy; North McDowell Improvements; Turning Basin Docks Returning; New Caulfield Bridge and more.

Petaluma Resident Named Novato Police Chief

Jim Naugle, a longtime member of the Sonoma County Sheriff's Office, will soon take over as Novato's top cop.

PG&E To Replace Gas Pipeline Beneath Petaluma River

During the work period, there may be a controlled and safe release of a small amount of natural gas. People may notice the smell of gas.

Lawmakers Look To Expand San Pablo Bay Wildlife Refuge

Proposed legislation expands the refuge by nearly 7,000 acres by adding baylands in three adjacent counties.

Sonoma County Gets $51M For 6 Infrastructure Projects

The California Transportation Committee has awarded more than $3.1 billion to help rebuild or upgrade infrastructure across the state.

Sonoma County Ranks 5th In National Digital Counties Survey

This is the second time in three years that Sonoma County has been ranked among the best in the nation, finishing sixth in 2021.

Are Major Changes Coming To Your Electric Bill? 5 Things To Know

California's electric rates are among the highest in the country.

Aging Petaluma Veterans Building To Get New Roof, Other Improvements

Sonoma County supervisors approved a $1.9 million contract for the building that serves as a safe refuge during times of disaster.

8 Suspected Of Illegal Bids In Unlicensed Contractor Sting: DA

Suspected unlicensed contractors were invited to submit bids for various construction projects at a designated property in Sonoma County.

Petaluma Expanded Tenant Protections Take Effect June 15

In May of this year, Petaluma City Council adopted an ordinance (set of rules) that provides extended tenant protections.

Petaluma Gets $320K From County To Put Toward Homeless Solutions

Sonoma County allotted a total of $3 million for homeless solutions to six nonprofits and the cities of Rohnert Park, Petaluma and Sonoma.

Blue Zones Project Petaluma: Citywide Initiative To Transform Community's Well-Being

Petaluma Mayor Kevin McDonnell said it will make Petaluma "a healthier, happier, and more connected place to live."

Survey Reveals What Sonoma County Residents Are Most Concerned About

A total of 1,019 adult residents took the survey either online or over the phone in English or Spanish. Here's what the results showed.

Sonoma, Marin Craft Plan For Future Droughts

Historic rainfall helped rebound the North Bay from a prolonged drought, but local leaders are already looking ahead to the next one.

Petaluma Community Update For May 12, 2023

Oak Hill Well; Howard Street Parking; Lucchesi Skatepark; Inclusion Festival; Cool Petaluma Expo; more.

Petaluma Meeting To Focus On North McDowell Blvd. Project

Got questions or concerns about the ongoing roadwork? A virtual community meeting is scheduled for next week.

Drought Update From The City Of Petaluma: What To Know

Petaluma reduced water use by 26 percent compared to 2020, saving nearly 1 billion gallons of water (991 million gallons of water saved).

Petaluma City Council Approves Tenant Protections, Independent Police Auditor

City Council also rescinded the Local Drought Emergency Proclamation and the City’s Water Shortage Contingency Plan.

Sonoma County Urges Public To Keep Conserving Water As Drought Ends

"While our reservoirs are full today, another drought could be around the corner. It’s important to continue using water efficiently."

Letter: Citizens For Battery Transparency Seeks Comprehensive Report

The group is concerned lithium-ion battery energy storage systems proposed for East Petaluma are being rushed through the permit process.

Petaluma City Council Meeting: Amended Residential Tenancy Protections

View the agenda here for the April 17 Petaluma City Council meeting.

Sen. McGuire To Hold Community Meeting In Petaluma

McGuire is holding the meeting in partnership with Sonoma County Supervisor David Rabbitt and Petaluma Mayor Kevin McDonnell.

Petaluma Homeowners May Be Eligible For Property Tax Assistance

California Mortgage Relief Program raised the assistance limit for delinquent property taxes from $20,000 to up to $80,000 per household.

Backlog Of Reviews Cleared By Oversight Agency For Sonoma Sheriff

IOLERO agreed with 11 of 25 complaint conclusions that the Sheriff's Office said "exonerated" the employee and were without merit.

Sonoma County Bans New Retail Gas Stations In Unincorporated Areas

"We need to shift away from fossil fuels if we’re going to make a dent in climate change."

City Of Petaluma Community Update For March 2, 2023

Preferred site for new skate park; Oak Hill well update; Rainier changes; North McDowell updates.

Sonoma County Seeks Public Input On Emergency Housing

The public is invited to take part in one of two meetings to discuss a plan to create emergency housing sites for unsheltered people.

Petaluma, SoCo Families Get $500 Monthly Payments Under New Program

The Pathway to Income Equity pilot is funded by Sonoma County in partnership with three cities —​ Santa Rosa, Petaluma and Healdsburg.

What To Know In Petaluma This Week

Disaster Loans; Kenilworth Park Revitalization; Cedar Grove Resolution; Making N. McDowell Safer; More.

City Of Petaluma Works To Clear Homeless Encampment From Cedar Grove

Around 40 people have been staying at Cedar Grove over the last few months, creating a public health hazard, the city said.

City Of Petaluma Community Update For Feb. 9, 2023

Petaluma Museum Exhibit; Releaf Petaluma Volunteer Day; Pathways To Housing; Future of Skateboarding In Petaluma; 4th Of July Planning.

Petaluma Surveys Community On Residential Tenancy Protections

The interim ordinance is set to expire July 1 and City Council will evaluate how best to amend or extend state tenancy protections.

Citrus Pest Discovered In Sonoma County

Asian Citrus Psyllid is a serious pest of citrus that can carry and vector a disease called Citrus Greening disease, or Huanglongbing.

Groups File Suit To Halt Development Of Old Sonoma State Hospital Site

At issue in the lawsuit against Sonoma County are open spaces and wildlife preserves, fire risk, and preservation of historic buildings.

City Of Petaluma Community Update For Jan. 26, 2023

City Job Openings; Tenant Protections Workshops; Help Build A Better Workforce; Public Works & Utilities Spotlight; Books Clubs; More.

Petaluma Business Owners Impacted By Storms Eligible For Tax Relief

Business owners and taxpayers impacted by the storms are eligible for state emergency tax relief from late payment interest and penalties.

City Of Petaluma Community Update For Jan. 12, 2023

Flood Response; Celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day; Sonoma County Restaurant Week; Skateboarding in Petaluma; City Job Listings; More.

Public Works: 'Keeping Petaluma Safe During The Storm'

Here's how Public Works & Utilities helps keep Petaluma safe during storms.