News Index
Petaluma businesses earn California Green Business Certification; community invited to celebrate May 12
A cohort of 16 forward-thinking Petaluma businesses has successfully achieved or are working to achieve California Green Business Certification through a collaborative program led by local climate action nonprofit, Cool Petaluma. The initiative supports businesses in adopting environmentally responsible practices that reduce waste, conserve resources, and improve operational efficiency. Read full story
Notice of Intent to Award: RFP for Interim Housing Site Management Services
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 Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Santa Rosa. Read full story
Board of Supervisors authorizes environmental review for proposed compost facility
The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors on April 28 authorized environmental review for a proposed new compost facility. Sonoma County is inviting residents and community members to learn more about the proposed compost facility and share feedback at two upcoming public meetings. Read full story
Charles M. Schulz — Sonoma County Airport announces non-stop service to three new destinations on Alaska Airlines
Charles M. Schulz – Sonoma County Airport today announced that Alaska Airlines will add three new non-stop routes from STS: Boise, Phoenix, and Salt Lake City. Read full story
Board of Supervisors to hold TRUTH Act Forum on May 12 to review Sheriff’s Office interactions with ICE
Sonoma County residents are invited to attend a public forum on May 12 to review the Sheriff’s Office’s interactions with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and provide input to local leaders. Read full story
Ballots begin going out in the mail today for the June 2 Statewide Direct Primary Election
Sonoma County Registrar of Voters Evelyn Mendez announced today that official Vote-by-Mail ballots for the June 2 Statewide Direct Primary Election begin going out in the mail this morning to all active, registered voters in Sonoma County. Read full story
Petaluma businesses achieve California Green Business certification, advancing local sustainability leadership
A group of 16 Petaluma businesses has earned California Green Business Certification, demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability, environmental stewardship, and operational excellence. The certifications were achieved with support from Cool Petaluma, the City of Petaluma, and the County of Sonoma Energy and Sustainability Team. Read full story
Notice of Intent to Award: RFP for Behavioral Health Services Act-Funded Program Services
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 associated contracts be awarded to the following vendors... Read full story
IOLERO Newsletter April 24, 2026
From upcoming forums to community updates —here’s what you should know… Read full story
Sonoma County to add financial stability resources into local emergency response plan
Sonoma County Department of Emergency Management (DEM) today announced that it had been selected by national nonprofit Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund (CFE Fund) to receive funding and technical support to enhance local emergency preparedness and response plans to incorporate financial empowerment services for residents. The CFE Fund’s Emergency Financial Empowerment (EFE) initiative provides local governments across the country with grant dollars and technical assistance to build and expand their emergency preparedness and response infrastructure to support individual and family financial needs. Read full story
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