All County Press Releases
Sonoma County Probation employee honored with CAPIA award
SANTA ROSA, CA — Sonoma County Probation is proud to announce that Probation Corrections Officer Devon Paulding has been recognized by the California Association of Probation Institution Administrators as the Bay Region Line Staff of the Year for his more than 21 years of dedicated service at Sonoma County Juvenile Hall. Throughout his career, Paulding has exemplified the department's commitment to professionalism, mentorship, and building meaningful relationships with the youth in its care. Read full story
CalFire to lift burn permit suspension in Sonoma County
The burn permit suspension in Sonoma County will be lifted at 8 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 1, CalFire announced. Once the state fire agency lifts the burn suspension in Sonoma County, a permit will be required to burn. Read full story
Early in-person voting expands this weekend for Nov. 3 General Election
Sonoma County Registrar of Voters Evelyn Mendez is reminding voters that early in-person voting for the Nov. 3 General Election expands this weekend from seven Vote Centers to 32 Vote Centers. Read full story
Sonoma County adopts plan for safer, more connected walking and biking routes
The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday adopted an updated Active Transportation Plan to guide future improvements to human-powered transportation throughout unincorporated Sonoma County. The plan will help the County prioritize potential projects and pursue funding for improved bike lanes, safer pedestrian crossings, and better connections between communities. Read full story
Sonoma County outlines voting options for residents who have not received ballots
In response to reports that some Sonoma County voters have not received their vote-by-mail ballots for the Nov. 3 General Election, the Registrar of Voters is reminding residents that they can obtain replacement ballots or vote in person. Read full story
Early in-person voting opens this weekend for Nov. 3 General Election
Sonoma County Registrar of Voters Evelyn Mendez is reminding voters that early in-person voting for the Nov. 3 General Election begins this weekend Read full story
Voter registration deadline for Nov. 3 General Election is Oct. 19
Sonoma County Registrar of Voters Evelyn Mendez is reminding residents that Monday, Oct. 19, is the deadline to register to vote in the Nov. 3 General Election. Eligible voters who miss the deadline can still register and vote in person through Election Day using California’s conditional voter registration process, also known as same-day registration, at the Registrar of Voters Office or any Vote Center. Read full story
Sonoma County Transit expands electric fleet, opens new EV charging facility
Sonoma County officials will celebrate the expansion of Sonoma County Transit’s electric bus fleet and unveil its new charging system during a public ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday, Oct. 26, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Sonoma County Transit facility, 355 W. Robles Ave. in Santa Rosa. Read full story
Rebuilding Together Program Update
Permit Sonoma is updating its fire-rebuilding program effective January 1, 2027. While certain fee waivers and special allowances will expire, expedited permit reviews and important provisions for reusing existing septic systems, wells and driveways will continue, helping wildfire survivors navigate the rebuilding process. Read full story
Sonoma County’s unfunded pension liability down 28.5% over four years
Sonoma County has reduced its unfunded pension liability by $176.6 million over the last four years, a decline of 28.5%, according to the annual State of the Retirement System report presented to the Board of Supervisors today. Read full story
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