The Santa Rosa Police Department reminds the community to follow the Sonoma County Health Officer's Order to shelter in place to protect vulnerable populations and essential, front-line workers. Read on...

Santa Rosa Fire Chief Tony Gossner provides an update on the Santa Rosa Fire Department's response to COVID-19. Read on...

CityBus will operate on a Sunday schedule seven days a week starting Monday, April 13 for essential travel only. Read on...

The Sonoma County Health Officer now recommends that everyone who leaves home for an essential activity wear a face covering to the extent possible. Watch as the Surgeon General demonstrates how to make a face covering with a t-shirt and two rubber bands. Read on...

On Friday, April 3, Santa Rosa Police Detective Marylou Armer was honored by her public safety family in a procession to transport her to her hometown. Read on...

Businesses and organizations to receive immediate relief through June 30 amid COVID-19 emergency Read on...

Santa Rosa Police Chief, Rainer Navarro, honors Detective Marylou Armer in a video message to the community Read on...

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of a member of our SRPD family, Detective Marylou Armer. Read on...

Santa Rosa Police Chief Rainer Navarro discusses two additional COVID-19 positive test results for employees of the Santa Rosa Police Department. Read on...

To prevent the spread of the coronavirus, the City of Santa Rosa has temporarily limited its operations to provide only essential services, including permitting and inspections Read on...

The City is closely following interim guidance provided by the CDC as it works to protect this vulnerable population and the community at large from the coronavirus disease Read on...

Today, Santa Rosa Police Chief Rainer Navarro announced two more police officers tested positive for COVID-19 after reporting the first three positive cases on Tuesday, March 24. Read on...

“How can I stay active if the parks are closed?” Read on...

Police Chief Ranier Navarro shares news of two police officers testing positive for the novel coronavirus COVID-19. Read on...

Mayor Tom Schwedhelm offers three simple ways you can help the community during the coronavirus pandemic. Read on...

Mayor Tom Schwedhelm shares information on the State-Wide Order to Shelter in Place now in effect for California until further notice. Read on...

Issued by Governor Newsom, the order establishes consistency across jurisdictions and defines essential services in the state. Read on...

Police Chief Rainer Navarro Urges Santa Rosans to Follow Health Order, Stay at Home Read on...

Sonoma County Public Health Officer directs all individuals living in the County to shelter at their place of residence. Read on...

The City of Santa Rosa is committed to the health of our community and our employees. We strongly encourage you to use the services that are available online or over the phone. Read on...

Receive the latest COVID-19 News Alerts when you subscribe to our City Connections Newsletter. #PreventTheSpread Read on...

Santa Rosa Suspends Most Public Gatherings Through March Read on...

Some City-Organized Public Events and Meetings Postponed to Prevent Spread of Coronavirus Read on...

We want to reassure residents that the coronavirus is not spread through tap water. Your drinking water is tested regularly to ensure it meets all safe drinking water standards. Read on...

Santa Rosa Declares Local Emergency to Safeguard the Community Against the Coronavirus Read on...

The latest updates from the Sonoma County Department of Health Services Read on...

Based on updated information from the CDC, the Sonoma County Health Officer now recommends that everyone who leaves home for an essential activity wear a face covering to the extent possible. Read on...

Your March City Connections Newsletter is here! Read about Santa Rosa's latest news, upcoming events, job opportunities, and more. Read on...

Community to help prioritize spending of Measure M sales tax revenue for parks. Second of four planning workshops scheduled for March 26th. Read on...

Santa Rosa Police do not undertake joint efforts with federal, state or local law enforcement agencies to investigate, detain, or arrest individuals solely for violation of federal immigration law Read on...

Volunteers are needed to serve on several different Boards, Commissions, Committees Read on...

1000th homes completes construction Read on...

Nonprofits encouraged to apply for grant funding for events that promote Santa Rosa Read on...

County of Sonoma has temporarily closed area of trail previously impacted by encampment Read on...

Sidewalk accessibility improvements and prefabricated public restroom installation. Read on...

View maps of residential streets selected to receive Summer 2020 slurry seal treatment. Read on...

The Resilient City Permit Center will be moving to Room 5 at the City Hall complex (100 Santa Rosa Ave.) starting January 27. Read on...

County of Sonoma Board of Supervisors approved plans to address encampment on Trail Read on...

Area Median Income eligibility limit raised to up 120% Read on...

The Census count launches this spring and all citizens must be included Read on...

View a slideshow highlighting the City's response to Oct. 2019 emergency events Read on...

Helpful resources for your rebuild journey Read on...

Fire survivors urged to take survey to inform of local recovery needs Read on...

Funding to help City continue with fire recovery and resiliency efforts Read on...

Free sand & bags available to Santa Rosa residents Read on...

City Council appoints District 4 Representative Victoria Fleming Read on...

Reconstruction of the new Coffey Neighborhood Park is underway. First phase will build the nature-themed playground area, anticipated to open in late March 2020, weather permitting. Read on...

The League of American Bicyclists has honored the City of Santa Rosa with a Silver-level Bicycle Friendly Community (BFC) award. Read on...

Reduced metered parking hours, free parking on Small Biz Saturday, and future Council consideration of free weekend Garage Parking during holiday season Read on...

Now available for viewing online or on local TV broadcast Read on...

Seeking input on proposal to expand Community Homeless Assistance Program Read on...

Three planned local screenings are free and open to the public Read on...

September is National Preparedness month — follow these tips to help ensure your family is ready, no matter the emergency. Read on...

Volunteers are needed to serve on several different Boards, Commissions, Committees Read on...

Michelle Whitman to Set Course for Future of Recently Formed Housing-Focused JPA Read on...

The Injunction defines under what circumstances individuals experiencing homelessness may be cited or arrested for violation of camping ordinances on public property in Santa Rosa Read on...

City to ask SCTA to reallocate $9.5M in Measure M funding to construct the Hearn Avenue Interchange Improvements Project - Phase 3. Read on...

The 2018 Santa Rosa Water Quality Report is NOW Available! Read on...

Learn how public safety officials will be monitoring and responding to conditions in the field to help protect our community Read on...

City of Santa Rosa and County Sonoma part of $415 million settlement to resolve North Bay local governments 2017 fire claims Read on...

Property owners experiencing delays or challenges due to issues with their contractor may contact the Resilient City Permit Center Read on...

California Governor declared May 5-11 “Wildfire Awareness Week” to urge homeowners that “California Wildfires Have Changed, Together We Must Adapt” Read on...

The City's Independent After-Action Report reviews events and actions around 2017 wildfires and makes recommendations for areas of improvement Read on...

City Council approved release of police records pre-dating January 1, 2019, under Senate Bill 1421 Read on...

New online tool tracks funding status for public infrastructure damaged by October 2017 wildfires Read on...

Santa Rosa’s public art is calling you downtown! Read on...

Hundreds of photos and other images are preserved for all time and made available online. Read on...

Donate to help rebuild Santa Rosa's fire damaged City parks! Read on...

The City of Santa Rosa is preparing an amendment to the Zoning Code to facilitate the construction of accessory dwelling units on single-family residential parcels in compliance with new state law.

Non-profits are encouraged to apply for grant funding for events that promote the City

The City of Santa Rosa recently launched Permit Santa Rosa, on which you can review permit activity on an interactive map, apply for permits, schedule inspections, and explore our data portal.