News in Sonoma
Fed Up with Current Administration
I just wanted to stress the fact that we ALL need to go vote in November. Registering to vote is easy and available, aside from… The post Fed Up with Current Administration first appeared on Sonoma Valley Sun .

Newsom Signs 4 New California DUI laws. Advocates Want More Next Session
Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday signed into law four bills aimed at curbing a startling rise in DUI fatalities in recent years, including measures that… The post Newsom Signs 4 New California DUI laws. Advocates Want More Next Session first appeared on Sonoma Valley Sun .

Federal Legislation Enables $60 Million in Local Water and Wastewater Projects
The U.S. House of Representatives on Wednesday passed the Water Resources Development Act of 2026, bipartisan legislation that includes a new federal authorization for up… The post Federal Legislation Enables $60 Million in Local Water and Wastewater Projects first appeared on…
Supports Vacancy Tax
Editor, I feel lucky to live in the City of Sonoma. Mine is a wonderful single-family home neighborhood, only a mile from the Plaza, close… The post Supports Vacancy Tax first appeared on Sonoma Valley Sun .

Meet the Council Candidates for District 1 in Sonoma Sept. 29
5-6:30 at the Swiss Hotel Sponsored by the Sonoma Valley Chamber of Commerce The post Meet the Council Candidates for District 1 in Sonoma Sept. 29 first appeared on Sonoma Valley Sun .

With Mail-in Rules Uncertain, Here’s How Californians Can Prepare to Vote in November
by Maya C. Miller This article was originally published by CalMatters Ballots are going out in less than a month, and California remains locked in a… The post With Mail-in Rules Uncertain, Here’s How Californians Can Prepare to Vote in November first appeared on Sonoma Valley Sun…

California’s SB 868 Allows the Public to Use Plug-In Solar Panels
SB 868 would, until January 1, 2030, exempt a portable solar generation device, as defined, from all interconnection requirements imposed by state law, the commission,… The post California’s SB 868 Allows the Public to Use Plug-In Solar Panels first appeared on Sonoma Valley Sun…

City Council to Consider Adopting New Remote Public Access Policies for Meetings
Below is text and recommendations by Sonoma’s City Attorney regarding an upcoming agenda item coming before the City Council at it meeting of September 16. … The post City Council to Consider Adopting New Remote Public Access Policies for Meetings first appeared on Sonoma Valley…

Apply to Serve on a City or Regional Commission
Are you passionate about climate action, the arts, historic preservation, parks, or youth leadership? Want to play a hands-on role in shaping decisions that impact… The post Apply to Serve on a City or Regional Commission first appeared on Sonoma Valley Sun .

Confused About District Voting in Sonoma?
Beginning in November 2026, Sonoma City Council Members will be elected by district. Learn what changed, when districts vote, and how to find your district.… The post Confused About District Voting in Sonoma? first appeared on Sonoma Valley Sun .