Santa Rosa Seeks Input on Public Art Finalists for Fifth Street Parking Garage

Santa Rosa, CA – The City of Santa Rosa seeks community input in the selection of one of three proposals for the Fifth Street Parking Garage Public Art Project. To achieve this, the City’s Public Art Program has posted a survey, where ...

Community Asked to Add Their Words to New Public Art in Old Courthouse Square

Santa Rosa, CA – The City of Santa Rosa’s Public Art Program is excited to announce an opportunity for the public to submit words and phrases for Santa Rosa’s newest permanent public art piece located in Courthouse Square. Th...

Public Art Program Announces Exhibition and Award Recipients for 18th Annual National Arts Program

The City of Santa Rosa Public Art Program, in conjunction with the National Arts Program, is proud to announce the opening and the winners of the 18th Annual National Arts Program exhibition and competition, this year presented entirely online. The public...

Call for Artists: Fifth Street Parking Garage Public Art

Santa Rosa, CA – The City of Santa Rosa Public Art Program is seeking an artist or team of artists to design, fabricate, and install site-specific public art for the southwest exterior wall (facing Orchard and Fifth streets) of the Fifth Street Parking Ga...

City Approves Artist for Permanent Installation in Courthouse Square

Blessing Hancock’s sculpture “Unum” Selected

Santa Rosa, Calif. – The City of Santa Rosa Public Art Program is excited to announce the approved artist for the permanent Courthouse Square public art project Imagine Ar...

Projects to be Installed for Fire Response – Round Two

Santa Rosa, CA – The City of Santa Rosa Public Art Program is excited to announce the installation of five temporary projects selected for Fire Response – Round Two:

• Teresa Camozzi: Sonoma Fire AftermathLarge mobiles of photos ...

Please Help the City Learn About Its Economic Development Needs in Santa Rosa

We are looking to better understand the Santa Rosa community's needs and priorities for economic development. We want to hear from you - your priorities, needs, and experiences!

Please help us learn about economic development needs in Santa Rosa!

W...

Unemployed or Looking for a Career Boost? Sonoma County Job Link Can Help

Residents who are unemployed or want to upgrade their skills and build careers can find current job listings and vocational training through Sonoma County Job Link

Shop Here, Park Free Program

Shop Here Park Free Program

The City of Santa Rosa's Economic Development Division, downtown merchants, and the Santa Rosa Metro Chamber have teamed up to encourage people who will be in the downtown area for more an hour or more to park in one of our five...

@SRBiz Guest Instagrammer

Dear Santa Rosa business leaders:The City of Santa Rosa's Economic Development Division is seeking representatives of Santa Rosa businesses who'd like to be a "Guest Instagrammer" on our Santa Rosa Business account, instagram.c...

City of Santa Rosa Unveils Santa Rosa Community Empowerment Plan, Starting Point for Ongoing Change

SANTA ROSA – Today, the City of Santa Rosa unveiled a proactive plan to address Santa Rosa Police Department (SRPD) policies and practices through a strategic process guided with community input – the Santa Rosa Community Empo...

CDPH Recommends Masking for Public Indoor Settings to Slow Spread of COVID-19 & Delta Variant

In response to the spike in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations, and new CDC guidance, the California Department of Public Health updated its Guidance for Face Coverings, recommending mask use for indoor public settings, regardless of vaccination status.

Sonoma County Achieves 70% COVID-19 Vaccination Rate, but Cases Climb Among Unvaccinated Residents

County of Sonoma health officials announced that more than 70% of County residents age 12+ are now fully vaccinated against COVID-19 & another 8% have received a single dose of vaccine, meaning 78% of residents are either fully or partially vaccinated.

Get Vaccinated and Receive Free Admission to Summer Fun Fest at Sonoma County Fairgrounds

The Sonoma County Fairgrounds & the Sonoma County Medical Association are collaborating with the County’s vaccination efforts by providing free admission & a free ride ticket to members of the public who receive a COVID-19 vaccine at the Jockey Club in SR

First-in-the-Nation Measures to Encourage State Employees and Health Care Workers to Get Vaccinated

The State of California is implementing a first-in-the-nation standard to require all state workers and workers in health care and high-risk congregate settings to either show proof of full vaccination or be tested at least once per week.

Sonoma County Recommends Masking Indoors for Everyone

Counties of Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Sonoma, and the City of Berkeley Recommend Masking Indoors for Everyone as a Precaution Against Increased Circulation of COVID-19

COVID Cases at City’s Homeless Shelter

(Updated July 29, 2021) 

The County of Sonoma, City of Santa Rosa, and Catholic Charities are responding to positive cases of COVID-19 at the City's Samuel L. Jones Hall Homeless Shelter (SJH). 

Following is the latest information...

Sonoma Co. Alternate Care Site to Open in Response to Increase in COVID-19 Cases

Joint News Release from the County of Sonoma and City of Santa Rosa  - July 14, 2021:

Due to a recent increase in COVID-19 cases, particularly within the homeless community, and an outbreak at the City of Santa Rosa's Samuel L. Jones Homeless Shel...

County Testing Sites Now Offer BinaxNOW ‘Rapid’ Tests

The Sonoma County Department of Health Services is now offering BinaxNOW “rapid” antigen testing at all DHS testing sites.

More than 325,000 Sonoma County Residents Now Vaccinated

Sonoma County surpassed 325,000 residents who have received at least one dose of COVID-19 vaccine, and the county is expected to surpass 600,000 total doses administered since vaccinations began more than six months ago.

Governor Newsom Signs Executive Order to Expedite Cal/OSHA’s Revised Workplace Masking Guidance

Governor Gavin Newsom has signed an executive order that will expedite Cal/OSHA’s revised workplace masking and social distancing prevention requirements.

Sonoma County to Align With State Reopening Plan

Sonoma County Health Officer Dr. Sundari Mase made clear that the County of Sonoma will be aligning with the CA Dept of Public Health’s plans to remove pandemic-related limitations on restaurants, taverns, movie theaters & other businesses beginning 6/15.

County Offices to Fully Reopen to the Public Tuesday, June 15; Masking and Distancing Still Required

Sonoma County offices will open to the public full time beginning 6/15 following limited in-person access due to COVID-19. Members of the public & employees will still be required to wear facial coverings for the time being when entering county facilities

Sonoma County Provides Update on Emergency Rental Assistance Program

Sonoma County so far has provided $2,678,957 in rental assistance to more than 1,450 residents through its recently activated Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP).

70% of Sonoma County Residents 12 and Older Have Now Received at Least One Dose of Vaccine

Seven out of 10 Sonoma County residents age 12 and older have now received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine, and more than 300,000 residents have been at least partially vaccinated, county health officials announced today.

Bay Area Health Officers Support Full In-person School this Fall

Sonoma County Health Officer, Dr. Sundai Mase, has joined Bay Area health officers to express their collective support for the opening of California schools for full-time in-person instruction for all grades in the fall of 2021.

Sonoma County Supervisors Approve $2.8 Million in Business Relief

The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday passed a resolution authorizing nearly $2.8 million in relief for businesses forced to close during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Sonoma County Consolidating Vaccine Sites, Shifting to Mobile Clinics

The County and its health care partners will be closing down some if its large-scale vaccination sites in the coming weeks to focus on targeting hard-to-reach populations, health officials announced today.

Bay Area Health Officers Support California Face Masking Guidance

The Association of Bay Area Health Officials strongly supports the California Department of Public Health’s strategy to continue with current masking guidance until June 15, when the State will align with the CDC’s updated masking guidance.

70% of Sonoma County Residents 16 and Older Have Now Received at Least One Dose of Vaccine

Seven out of 10 Sonoma County adults age 16 and older have now received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine, and more than 500,000 doses have been administered to County residents, county health officials announced today.

Sonoma County Contracts with Windsor’s Holiday Inn to Serve as Temporary Non-Congregate Shelter Site

The County of Sonoma has contracted with the Holiday Inn in Windsor to provide temporary shelter for individuals experiencing homelessness who are most vulnerable to COVID-19.

Sonoma County Partners with Curative to Provide Mobile Vaccine Clinic

Sonoma County has partnered with Curative, a COVID-19 testing and public health services company, to administer COVID-19 vaccinations by way of a mobile unit that will provide clinics at locations throughout the County.

Half of Sonoma County Adult Population is Now Fully Vaccinated

Sonoma County has now fully vaccinated more than half of its 16 and older population. In addition, more than two-thirds of these 411,000 residents have received at least one shot of the vital protection against COVID-19.

Sonoma County to Restart Johnson & Johnson COVID Vaccine

Sonoma County joins the counties of Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, San Francisco, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, and Solano and the City of Berkeley in the Bay Area in immediately lifting the pause and resuming administering the Johnson & Johnson vaccine.

Sonoma County Achieves Key Milestone With 400,000 COVID-19 Vaccine Doses Administered to Residents

As of today (4/20/21), more than 400,000 doses of COVID-19 vaccine have been administered to eligible Sonoma County residents, a milestone that also means 60% of eligible residents have received at least one dose and two in five are now fully vaccinated.

Homeless Services Update: Motel Rooms to Phase Out with Vaccines and Shelter Bed Space Now Available

With the arrival of increased vaccine availability and restored homeless shelter beds at Santa Rosa’s new Shelter Annex, the City will begin phasing out the use of motel rooms for individuals experiencing homelessness in late April 2021 and over the next ...

Sonoma Valley Community Health Center, Hospital & La Luz Opening Vaccination Clinic in Sonoma Valley

Sonoma Valley Community Health Center, Sonoma Valley Hospital, & La Luz Center are working in partnership with the County of Sonoma to open a new vaccination clinic serving residents in and around the Boyes Hot Springs and Agua Caliente in Sonoma Valley.

Sonoma County Offices to Reopen for In-Person Service

Most Sonoma County gov. offices will reopen for limited walk-up service starting 4/19. While several County offices remained open during the pandemic, the expanded reopening is due to the decrease of COVID-19 cases & the County moving to the orange tier.

City of Santa Rosa Reopens Some Public Counters Following County’s Entry to Orange Tier

The City of Santa Rosa continues to operate under limited conditions due to the current coronavirus public health crisis; but has expanded services and operations in some areas following Sonoma County’s entry into the orange tier earlier this month.

The fo...

Sonoma County Statement on Johnson & Johnson Vaccine Pause

On behalf of the SoCo Dept. of Health Services, the County of Sonoma issued the following statement from Dr. Urmila Shende, the County’s Vaccine chief, concerning the FDA’s recommendation to “pause” the administration of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine.

Sonoma County Emergency Rental Assistance Program to Launch on April 19

The County of Sonoma will begin providing support to households impacted by COVID-19 through the Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) starting on April 19. The program will provide payment assistance for tenants who are behind on rent and utilities.

Sonoma County Welcomes Increase in COVID Vaccine Supply

Sonoma County has received a significant increase in COVID vaccines from the state, including a shipment of Johnson & Johnson doses specifically for the County’s effort to distribute the vaccine equitably to the most vulnerable communities.

Sonoma County to Move to Orange Tier on Wednesday, April 7

After just three weeks in the red tier within California's Blueprint for a Safer Economy, Sonoma County will move into the less restrictive orange tier beginning on Wednesday, April 7.

Sonoma County Supervisors Appeal to State for Additional Vaccines

The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors on Saturday, 3/27, sent the following letter to state health leaders appealing for an increase in vaccines for Sonoma County "so that we can continue to support our community in an equitable and transparent way."

Sonoma County Reaches Another Milestone With 25 Percent Now Fully Vaccinated Against COVID-19

One in every four Sonoma County residents 16 years of age and older are now fully vaccinated against COVID-19. More than 282,000 vaccine doses have been administered to Sonoma County residents so far (as of 3/29/21).

County of Sonoma Launches Effort to Vaccinate Individuals Who Are Homebound for Medical Reasons

The County of Sonoma has arranged to provide COVID-19 vaccinations to adults 16 years of age and older who are homebound for a variety of medical reasons and have difficulty getting to a clinic.

State Expands Vaccine Eligibility to 50+ Californians Starting 4/1 and All Individuals 16+ on 4/15

The state is expanding vaccine eligibility to more Californians. Starting April 1, individuals aged 50+ will be eligible to make an appointment, and individuals 16+ will be eligible to make an appointment to be vaccinated starting on April 15.

Sonoma County, Santa Rosa Community Health Partner In Opening Roseland Vaccination Clinic

As part of a county objective to distribute COVID-19 vaccines to the most vulnerable and underserved communities, Sonoma County and Santa Rosa Community Health are partnering to open a new vaccination clinic in Roseland.

Bay Area Health Officers’ Statement About COVID-19 Vaccines

"As local health officers, we fully support all three currently available vaccines for COVID-19. All three vaccines are safe and have been shown to be highly effective at preventing symptomatic illness and hospitalization."

Sonoma County Schools Allowed to Reopen With Red Tier Status

The County of Sonoma and Sonoma County Office of Education announced that all schools serving grade levels from TK-12 are eligible to reopen for in-person instruction based on Sonoma County meeting the criteria for the less restrictive red tier.

COVID-19 Update - Sonoma County Moving to Red Tier

Sonoma County, including all of Santa Rosa, will be moving from the most restrictive purple tier for COVID-19 into the red tier beginning on Sunday, March 14 at 12:01 a.m.

Sonoma County Reaches 100,000 Vaccine-Dose Milestone, Shifts Priority to 65+ Beginning Monday, 2/22

Thanks to a multi-agency effort over the past two months, Sonoma County has now administered more than 100,000 vaccine doses to county residents, resulting in more than one in five residents over the age of 16 having received at least one dose.

When Vaccination is Your Destination Ride Fare-Free

Santa Rosa, CA – Santa Rosa CityBus, in coordination with Sonoma County Transit (SCT) and Petaluma Transit (PT), are now offering systemwide fare-free transit and paratransit transportation for any person traveling to or from a City/County COVID-...

Supervisors Strengthen Protections Regarding Evictions and Sick Leave During the Pandemic

The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday adopted two urgency ordinances to support Sonoma County residents who may have access to fewer resources during the pandemic.

Sonoma County Keeping Pace With Other California Counties in Rollout of Vaccinations

In partnership with health care providers, Sonoma County has now provided at least one dose of vaccine to 15% of adult population, including nearly 50% of residents 75 years and older, Supervisors and Department of Health Services leaders announced today.

Revised State Guidance Allows SoCo TK-6 Grades to Apply for In-Person Learning With Safety Plan

County of Sonoma & Sonoma County Office of Education announce that recent guidance under CA's Safe Schools for All Plan allows Sonoma County schools serving grade levels TK-6 to be eligible to return to in-person learning w/ approved COVID-19 Safety Plan.

Sonoma County to Open Three New Vaccination Centers

Three new vaccination centers will open within the next eight days in Sonoma County, serving residents 70 and older, bringing to 19 the number of clinics being supported this week by vaccines from the County of Sonoma Department of Health Services.

Board of Supervisors Approves Funding for Expanded Vaccination Plan

The Board of Supervisors recently approved the allocation of funds for the next phase of the County’s COVID-19 Vaccination Response plan, as laid out by the county Department of Health Services.

County of Sonoma Announces Plans to Vaccinate Those Age 70 and Older

On Friday, 2/5, the County of Sonoma announced plans to vaccinate those 70 and older starting Monday at county-supported clinics and Safeway pharmacies.

Reopening Sports, Gyms and Limited Services Safely in the Purple Tier

The state’s industry guidance page has been updated for three sectors: youth and adult recreational sports, gyms and fitness centers, and limited services.

One-on-one personal fitness training indoors is now permitted as long as they comply with ...

Sonoma County Reaffirms Commitment to Vaccinate Seniors 75 and Older

Sonoma County officials reaffirmed their commitment to prioritizing the County’s most vulnerable population (those 75 and older) in the rollout of COVID-19 vaccinations by announcing new opportunities for seniors in this age group to schedule appointments

Sonoma County to be 1 of 4 California Counties to Take Part in OptumServe Pilot Vaccination Program

SANTA ROSA, CA – Sonoma County has been selected to be one of four counties in the state to take part in a pilot vaccination program through OptumServe, the company known for operating COVID-19 testing sites throughout the state.

Under the pilot program, O...

Sonoma County’s Regional Stay-Home Order Lifted

SANTA ROSA, CA – The California Department of Public Health today lifted the Regional Stay-Home Order for the 11-county Bay Area region, including Sonoma County, effective immediately. However, many counties, including Sonoma County, will remain in the pu...

Small Businesses May Apply for a COVID-19 Relief Grant Starting Dec. 30

On December 30, The State of California will open the application period for its announced allocation of $500 million for COVID-19 Relief Grant for Small Businesses, with grants of up to $25,000 to be distributed to underserved micro and small businesses....

Pfizer COVID vaccine arrives in Sonoma County

Two boxes of the vaccine, containing a total of 1,950 doses, arrived at the County’s Public Health Lab on Chanate Road shortly before 9 a.m. today. Three other boxes were taken directly to local hospitals. In all, the County received 4,875 doses.

Downtown Santa Rosa Parking Fee Waivers Extended

Santa Rosa, CA – The City of Santa Rosa will extend most parking fee waivers and reductions beyond December 31, 2020. The decision, authorized by the City Council at its Tuesday, December 15 meeting, extends parking fee reductions that have been in place ...

Joint Statement of the Bay Area Health Officers

COVID-19 vaccine will be distributed following federal, state framework.

Governor Newsom Signs Executive Order on Actions in Response to COVID-19

The order addresses a variety of issues in response to the pandemic, including extending the availability of housing for migrant agricultural workers, tax extensions for small businesses and updating Cal/OSHA requirements related to quarantine guidelines.

Governor Newsom Launches “Vaccinate All 58” Campaign based on Safety and Equity

Front-line health care workers and residents of long-term care settings first to be vaccinated as first COVID-19 vaccine shipments arrive in CA. Broad distribution to happen in months, with California prioritizing essential workers and the most vulnerable

Stay Home Order Effective at End of Day Friday (12/11)

Residents are directed to stay at home except for work, shopping, or other essential activities allowed by the State’s Regional Stay Home Order. All sectors other than retail and essential operations must be closed. Outdoor recreation will be allowed.

Governor Newsom Announces New Regional Stay-At-Home Order

Governor Gavin Newsom announced today, Thursday, December 3rd, a new regional-focused effort to help slow the spread of COVID-19 as well as assist hospitals from becoming overwhelmed with COVID-19 patients. This Regional Stay at Home Order establishes fiv...

Governor Newsom Announces Immediate Assistance for Businesses Impacted by COVID-19

Assistance includes temporary tax relief to support businesses impacted by COVID-19, $500 million in new COVID-19 Relief Grant funding for small businesses, and an additional $12.5 million added to the California Rebuilding Fund.

County Expands Role of On the Move in Providing COVID-19 Community Assistance, Financial Support

The County of Sonoma has expanded eligibility criteria for emergency COVID-19 financial assistance and has allocated additional funding to local nonprofit On the Move for dissemination of financial support to local residents.

Sonoma County Issues Guidelines on Temporary Tents & Canopies for Outdoor Dining/Business Operations

In coordination with the Sonoma County Department of Health Services, the Sonoma County Fire Chiefs Association and Sonoma County Fire Prevention Officers Association today released guidelines for outdoor dining structures for meeting fire protection requ...

State Issues Limited Stay at Home Order to Slow Spread of COVID-19

This is the same as the March Stay at Home Order, applied only between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. each day and only in purple tier counties, which includes Sonoma and 40 other counties statewide. It will be in effect from November 21 through December 21.

Sonoma County Joins 8 Bay Area Counties with Recommendations for Safer Holidays

The Sonoma County Department of Health Services today joined health officers from eight Bay Area counties and the city of Berkeley in issuing joint recommendations, including gatherings and travel. for staying safe during the holidays.

Safe Social Distancing Program Completed, Community Invited to Provide Input at Dec. 7 Meeting

Update (11.19.20)

Closure of the Safe Social Distancing Program (SSDP) in the parking lot at Finley Community Center is completed and a virtual community meeting is scheduled for December 7 to help evaluate the program. Established in May as a temporary me...

CARES Emergency Rental Assistance

The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors approved CARES funding for short-term emergency rental assistance for low-income tenants and landlords. This funding could help approximately 930 Sonoma County households, depending on the amount of assistance needed...

Sonoma County Adopts Enhanced Program to Reduce COVID-19 Transmission & Supporting The Most Impacted

The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors unanimously endorsed a suite of actions to support those most negatively impacted by the spread of coronavirus including those in low-income, essential worker and Latinx communities.

County Expands Testing Opportunities for Residents Disproportionately Impacted by COVID-19

SANTA ROSA – The County of Sonoma is doubling the number of pop-up test sites available to the public beginning Tuesday, Oct. 20 and is encouraging residents, particularly those disproportionately impacted by the coronavirus, to be tested regard...

Celebrate Halloween Safely with Rec & Parks

Sonoma County Public Health Officer has issued COVID-19 Halloween guidelines that align with State Guidance to help us celebrate safely this year. Traditional door to door trick-or-treating is discouraged, so Recreation & Parks has planned some fun (a...

County of Sonoma Provides Guidance for Safe Halloween and Dia de los Muertos Activities

With Halloween and Dia de los Muertos quickly approaching, residents reminded to plan ahead and celebrate safely by avoiding gatherings

City Playgrounds Open, Play It Safe – Follow Precautions!

City Playgrounds Open, Children and Adults Must Follow COVID-19 Precautions

Following September 28, 2020 guidance from the California Department of Public Health, the City of Santa Rosa has reopened all City playgrounds with requirements and precautions to...

Health Order Amendment

Sonoma County’s Health Officer, Dr. Sundari Mase, today (9/23) issued an amended health order to align the existing local health order with the state's revised framework for reopening. The amendment to the Stay Well Sonoma County Health...

Nail Services and Physician-Ordered Electrolysis Allowed to Reopen Indoors

Yesterday (9/22), nail services and physician-ordered electrolysis in Sonoma County, including Santa Rosa, may open for business indoors with certain modifications.

Individuals operating or working at a nail or beauty salon, or offer pers...

Barber Shops, Hair Salons and Malls Allowed to Reopen in Sonoma County

As of Monday, August 31, barber shops, hair salons and malls in Sonoma County will be allowed to resume indoor operations with modifications. This is in response to the revised health orders issued by Governor Newson last Friday (August 28), and replaces ...

City to Restore Homeless Shelter Bed Capacity to Pre COVID-19 Levels

UPDATE (11/10/20)

Crews are making good progress in constructing an emergency shelter structure at Samuel L. Jones Hall Homeless Shelter (SJH). The project will restore bed capacity at the City-owned homeless shelter to pre-COVID-19 levels while maintainin...

City Council Passes Local Urgency Ordinance

At the August 8, 2020 Santa Rosa City Council meeting, the Council approved an urgency ordinance authorizing administrative enforcement of the public health orders in Santa Rosa. The ordinance mirrors Sonoma County’s recently passed enforcement ...

Update on Efforts to Address Encampment at Fremont Park

Update 9/03/20

This week, the City’s Homeless Encampment Assistance Program (HEAP) led an operation to address the encampment in Fremont Park (also known as Cancer Survivors Park). Over the past several weeks, HEAP had been monitoring conditions ...

School of Rec: Distance Learning Camp & Care

No matter what school your child attends or their virtual classroom schedule, the School of Rec - Distance Learning Camp & Care is here to help you support your child during the COVID-19 distance learning challenge! This program provides a learning en...

Stay Safe Santa Rosa

The tail end of a summer unlike any other is upon us and the joys of autumn are coming soon. As you enjoy these last warm days and prepare for fall, please make health and safety your top priority. From dining outdoors to being active in our City parks, t...

Serving Santa Rosa During COVID-19

Even though most City of Santa Rosa facilities may be closed to the public, WATCH this short video and find out how City staff are working around the clock to maintain essential City services and identify new ways to provide services that protect your hea...

A Message from Mayor Tom Schwedhelm

An Important Message from Santa Rosa Mayor Tom Schwedhelm

We are flattening the curve by sheltering in place.It’s up to all of us to do our part.

Please WATCH this message from Santa Rosa Mayor, Tom Schwedhelm, as he discusses Sonoma County Health...

A Message from the Police Chief (3.30.20)

Santa Rosa Police Chief Rainer Navarro

SRPD employees have tested positive for the coronavirus

Chief Rainer Navarro provides an update about the Santa Rosa Police Department, including news that after testing a total of 107 employees: 92 employees tested ne...

Statewide Shelter-in-Place Order in Effect

On March 19, 2020, California Governor Gavin Newson issued a stay at home order to protect the health and well-being of all Californians and to establish consistency across the state in order to slow the spread of coronavirus. This order follows the Sonom...

Sonoma County Supervisors Announce Vaccination Rollout is Ramping Up

SANTA ROSA, CA – Sonoma County’s COVID-19 vaccination efforts are kicking into high gear with five clinics now activated throughout the County and at least two more planned for the coming weeks, Sonoma County supervisors announced today. Already nearly 24...

Dr. Urmila Shende Named as COVID-19 Vaccine Chief for Sonoma County

In her role as Vaccine Chief, Dr. Shende will be responsible for implementing the vaccine distribution strategy, coordinating vaccine administration, & interfacing with health care leaders & other stakeholders as part of the countywide vaccine response.

Sonoma County Partners with Safeway for Vaccination Clinics

Sonoma County has partnered with Safeway to administer COVID-19 vaccinations to County health workers and, eventually, the broader public.

Sonoma County’s Regional Stay-Home Order Extended

 State public health officials have extended a Stay-Home Order for the 11-county Bay Area region, including Sonoma County, due to rising cases of COVID-19, increasing hospitalizations and, specifically, low ICU capacity rates for the larger Bay A...

County of Sonoma Increases COVID-19 Testing Opportunities With Addition of New Sites & Mobile Events

The County of Sonoma continues to ramp up COVID-19 testing, particularly in the neighborhoods most impacted by the virus.

5.06.21

City Team Focuses Efforts on Encampments at Yolanda Ave and Morgan St

Prompted by health and safety concerns, the Homeless Encampment Assistance Program (HEAP) focused efforts on an encampment at Yolanda Avenue over the last week of April and first week of...

4.22.21

With the arrival of increased vaccine availability and restored homeless shelter beds at Santa Rosa’s new Shelter Annex, the City will begin phasing out the use of motel rooms for individuals experiencing homelessness in late April 2021 and over the next ...

3.11.21

During the week of 3.8.21, the team from the Homeless Encampment Assistance Program (HEAP) focused on an encampment at Jennings Park. Closure and clean-up of the encampment occurred on Tuesday, following more than a week of outreach to provide unsheltered...

1.12.21

An additional three positive COVID-19 test results have been received at the Samuel L. Jones Hall Homeless Shelter as of January 6, 2021, resulting in 14 positive test results at the shelter since mid-December 2020. Testing was prompted after an individua...

4.15.21

The team with the Homeless Encampment Assistance Program completed closure and clean-up of encampments at the 5th, 6th, and 9th street highway underpasses during the week of April 13, 2021. This followed extensive outreach in which 54 individuals were con...

2.25.21

The City’s Homeless Encampment Assistance Program (HEAP) resumed efforts this week to resolve an encampment in the Industrial Drive area. This action followed a second round of COVID-19 testing at the encampment that resulted in no additional ca...

2.11.21

Actions planned for this week by the Homeless Encampment Assistance Program (HEAP) to close an encampment in the Industrial Drive area have been paused following confirmation on Monday that six individuals tested positive for COVID-19. Those who tested po...

3.4.21

The Homeless Encampment Assistance Program (HEAP) has completed closure and clean-up of an encampment in the Industrial Drive area. The resolution of the encampment followed 10 days of outreach by Catholic Charities’ Homeless Services Outreach Team (HOST)...

2.11.21

During a City Council Study Session on Tuesday, Feb. 9, Council and community members received an update on Santa Rosa’s Homeless Services, including a review of current programs and new program options. Community members provided input during the public ...

1.28.21

The City took action in advance of this week’s forecasted Flash Flood event to help relocate homeless community members along the Prince Memorial Greenway (PMG) into shelter as well as clear trash and debris from along the creek’s edge...

11.19.20

Closure of the Safe Social Distancing Program (SSDP) in the parking lot at Finley Community Center is completed and a virtual community meeting is scheduled for December 7 to help evaluate the program. Established in May as a temporary measure amid COVID-...

11.10.20

Update (11.10.20)

Following two rounds of COVID-19 testing and all tests coming back negative, closure of the Safe Social Distancing Program (SSDP) in the parking lot at Finley Community Center has resumed and those individuals still residing at the site w...

11.10.20

UPDATE (11/10/20)

Crews are making good progress in constructing an emergency shelter structure at Samuel L. Jones Hall Homeless Shelter (SJH). The project will restore bed capacity at the City-owned homeless shelter to pre-COVID-19 levels while maintainin...

08.06.20

Last week, the City took measures to address immediate fire threats caused by encampments in areas of Fremont Park. Park maintenance crews secured these areas of the park, and outreach and notification were provided to individuals residing in these areas....

1.21.21

Shelter intakes at the City-owned Samuel Jones Hall (SJH) Homeless Shelter are scheduled to resume Jan. 23. This date is two weeks after the last positive COVID-19 test finding at the shelter and follows 14 confirmed cases at the shelter beginning in mid-...

1.14.21

Update on Actions to Address Encampments Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

Shelter intakes are currently on hold at the City-owned Samuel Jones Hall (SJH) Homeless Shelter due to some shelter residents recently testing positive for COVID-19. As a result, efforts to r...

Wind and Heat Advisory

WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 11 AM THURSDAYHEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THURSDAY TO 9 PM FRIDAY

WHAT?For the Wind Advisory, North to northeast winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts 35 to 45 mph expected. Gusts of 45 to 55 mph possible a...

Red Flag Warning in Effect Wednesday (10/14) Through Friday (10/16)

The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for the North Bay Mountains and Valleys from 5 AM Wednesday (10/14) through 6 PM Friday (10/16) due to forecasted strong offshore winds out of the north-northeast. The Fire Weather Watch is no lon...

Fire Weather Watch Upgraded to Red Flag Warning

UPDATE 10/13/20

The Fire Weather Watch has been upgraded to a Red Flag Warning. See update here: srcity.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=1181

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ORIGINAL MESSAGE 10/12/20

*FIRE WEATHER WATCH IN EFFECT WEDNESDAY (10/...

Evac Warnings Rescinded in areas of City of Santa Rosa

Remaining Evacuation Orders in Santa Rosa Downgraded to Warnings

Residents of fire-damaged properties are encouraged to go to the City’s Supply and Support Station prior to returning home for re-entry kits and safety supplies

SOME Evac Orders Downgraded to Warnings

[Español abajo] In coordination with CAL FIRE and the Santa Rosa Fire Department, the Santa Rosa Police Department has downgraded SOME evacuation orders to evacuation warnings. Residents outside of the burned areas in the following zones may re-enter and ...

Some Evacuation Warnings Lifted

[Español abajo] In coordination with CAL FIRE and the Santa Rosa Fire Department, the Santa Rosa Police Department has lifted SOME evacuation warnings. 

Evacuation Warnings are being lifted for the following zones:

• Summerfield
• Spring Lake...

Some Evac Orders Downgraded to Warnings

[Español abajo] In coordination with CAL FIRE and the Santa Rosa Fire Department, the Santa Rosa Police Department has downgraded SOME evacuation orders. Residents of the following areas may re-enter and return at this time:

Evacuation Orders are being dow...

Red Flag Warning beginning 1pm Thursday (10/1)

UPDATE 10/1/20

The Red Flag Warning has been extended and will now be in effect from 1 PM Thursday (10/1) to 6 AM Saturday (10/3).

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ORIGINAL MESSAGE 9/30/20

The National Weather Service has issued a RED FL...

Heat Advisory Extended Through Friday (10/2)

UPDATE 10/1/20

The National Weather Service (NWS) has extended the Heat Advisory through 8 PM Friday (10/2). Temperatures in the low 90s to low 100s are again expected 

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ORIGINAL MESSAGE 9/29/20

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City to Open Cooling Center Thursday (10/1)

Due to the heightened weather conditions, the City of Santa Rosa will activate a cooling center on Thursday (10/1) from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. to offer residents a place for heat relief. 

The cooling center will be located at:

Franklin ...

Fire Weather Watch Upgraded to Red Flag Warning

UPDATE 9/30/20

The Fire Weather Watch has been upgraded to a Red Flag Warning. See update here: SRCity.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=1149

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Update on Evacuation Orders

In coordination with CAL FIRE and the Santa Rosa Fire Department, the Santa Rosa Police Department has lifted evacuation warnings and downgraded SOME evacuation orders. Residents of the following areas may return home at this time:

Evacuation Warn...

Glass Fire in Sonoma County

Due to wildfires impacting areas of Santa Rosa, evacuation warnings and orders are in effect for portions of the City.

For more information on evacuation warnings and orders, evacuation points, resources, and other information in response to wildfires whic...

CANCELED: Alert & Warning Exercise on 7/20

UPDATE 7/19/21 at 8:00 a.m.

CANCELED: RED FLAG WARNING IS CANCELED FOR DRY LIGHTNING

The National Weather Service has canceled the Red Flag Warning. Convection no longer looks favorable for the region so they have canceled the Red Flag Warning which include...

Cooling Center to Open, Excessive Heat Advisory Thru Sunday Night (7/11/21)

The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for the North Bay Valleys which is in effect from 12PM Friday, 7/9, through 11PM Sunday, 7/11. This advisory includes ALL of Santa Rosa. The NWS considers this a moderate heat risk event in the Santa...

UPDATE: Red Flag Warning Cancelled at 1PM, Tuesday (5/11)

Updated: 5/11/21 at 1:00 PM

RED FLAG WARNING IS CANCELLED FOR OFFSHORE WINDS AND LOW HUMIDITY FOR THE NORTH AND EAST BAY HILLS AS WELL AS THE INTERIORVALLEYS OF THE EAST BAY...The National Weather Service in San Francisco has cancelled the&nbs...

Sonoma, Marin Water Utilities Seek 20 Percent Voluntary Water Use Reduction

SONOMA, MARIN WATER UTILITIES SEEK 20 PERCENT VOLUNTARY WATER USE REDUCTION

May 4, 2021 – For Immediate Release 

Contact: Drew McIntyre 

General Manager 

North Marin Water District  

(415) 897-4133 

(Santa Rosa, CA) ...

County of Sonoma Proclaims Drought Emergency

The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors today adopted a resolution proclaiming a local drought emergency and requesting the governor seek a Presidential Disaster Declaration.

Governor Declares Drought Emergency for Region

Governor Newsom signs an emergency drought declaration for Sonoma and Mendocino counties, both part of the Russian River watershed.

City to Distribute 12K NOAA Weather Radios to Residents to Enhance Emergency Alerting Capabilities

The City of Santa Rosa plans to distribute 12,000 All Hazards NOAA Weather Radios (NWR) to residents at drive-thru distribution events and via non-profit partnerships throughout the spring and summer. The NWRs build on the City’s existing emergency alert ...

Reminder to Residents: Be Prepared for Potential Winter Storm Hazards

The City of Santa Rosa and the County of Sonoma encourage residents living in and around wildfire burn areas to be prepared for winter storms. This means being aware of potential threats, such as flash floods, rock falls, debris flows and mud flows. To he...

Urban and Small Stream Flood Advisory for Poor Drainage Areas

Cold and Wet Weather Items Needed

In preparation for the forecasted winter storm event this week, Catholic Charities’ Homeless Outreach Services Team (HOST), the City’s contracted outreach provider, is seeking cold and wet weather items for distribution to unsheltered community members, i...

City Sandbag Filling Station Open for Rainy Season

The City’s sandbag filling station is open for residents throughout the rainy season. For City of Santa Rosa residents who need to control rain run-off on their property, sand and bags are available for free at the City Municipal Services Center North loc...

Stay Home Order Effective at End of Day Friday (12/11)

Residents are directed to stay at home except for work, shopping, or other essential activities allowed by the State’s Regional Stay Home Order. All sectors other than retail and essential operations must be closed. Outdoor recreation will be allowed.

Red Flag Warning & Wind Advisory issued for North Bay including Santa Rosa

A Red Flag Warning has been issued for the North Bay mountains and valleys including ALL of Santa Rosa and is in effect from 11:00 p.m. 12/6 (Sunday) to 5:00 p.m. 12/7 (Monday) due to forecasted strong offshore winds out of the northeast.

A Wind Advisory h...

Fire Weather Watch Upgraded to Red Flag Warning

UPDATE 10/19/20

The Fire Weather Watch has been upgraded to a Red Flag Warning. See update here: srcity.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=1192

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ORIGINAL MESSAGE 10/18/20

The National Weather Service has issued a Fi...

September is National Preparedness Month

SANTA ROSA, CA - September is National Preparedness Month, and now is the time to be ready, regardless of the type of emergency. The 2020 National Preparedness Month theme is: “Disasters Don’t Wait. Make Your Plan Today.”

The ...

Know Your Designated Evacuation Zone How-To Video

Santa Rosa residents! Have you looked up what designated evacuation zone you are in yet? WATCH this video that explains how to look up your evacuation zone with your address within the Santa Rosa city limits. Use the lookup tool here: SRCity.org/EvacZones...

Red Flag Warning

UPDATE 8/24/20

The Red Flag Warning that was scheduled to be in effect until 5pm today (8/24) has been CANCELLED.

Per the NWS: we should remain weather aware as weak cells are still over the North Bay. However, since most moisture has moved north of our are...

Know Your Designated Evacuation Zone

There are a lot of questions about evacuation zones right now, and while Santa Rosa is NOT currently threatened by any fires, we are expediting the release of our Designated Evacuation Zone (DEZ) map for large-scale mass evacuations, to clear up evacuatio...

High Risk Heat Event Continues Through Wednesday

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued an excessive heat warning through midweek for Sonoma County, including Santa Rosa, where the hottest temperatures are expected to peak in the mid 90s to low 100s. The City of Santa Rosa is reminding residents ...

Rotating Statewide Power Outages Possible through Wednesday Due to Strain on Power Grid

State agency asking Californians to Conserve Energy in attempt to avoid energy interruptions

The California Independent System Operator (ISO) has asked consumers to be prepared for likely rolling power outages during the late afternoons and early evenings ...

City of Santa Rosa Opens Cooling Centers Monday through Wednesday, August 17 – 19, 11am – 7pm

Cooling center activations to offer residents relief during forecast High Risk Heat events

The City of Santa Rosa has activated cooling centers Monday through Wednesday, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued an exce...

Red Flag Warning Extended

The National Weather Service (NWS) has extended the Red Flag Warning for Sonoma County, including all of Santa Rosa. The Red Flag Warning is in effect through 11am, Monday (8/17). Visit srcity.org/Emergency and go to alerts and warnings to learn more abou...

Heat Advisory 8/14

*HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 9 PM PDT FRIDAY (8/14)*

The National Weather Service (NWS) has forecasted a long duration heat wave will impact the region from Friday through at least Wednesday of next week. Tomorrow’s Heat Advisory is con...

SRFD Opens Some Emergency Vehicle Access Road Gates

The Santa Rosa Fire Department has opened specific Emergency Vehicle Access (EVA) road gates in identified areas to allow emergency vehicles the ability to patrol freely and move around the areas during the peak of the forecast wind event. If an emergency...

IMPORTANT Weather Alerts

RED FLAG WARNINGS & WIND ADVISORY - Updated 10.26.20 at 9:30 a.m. 

**RED FLAG WARNING – NORTH BAY VALLEYS – IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM SUNDAY TO 5 PM MONDAY**

***RED FLAG WARNING – NORTH BAY MOUNTAINS – IN EFFEC...

Flash Flood Watch RE-ISSUED Through Thursday (1/28)

UPDATE 1/27/21 at 3:30 p.m.

*FLASH FLOOD WATCH FOR THE 2020 BURN AREAS IN NAPA AND SONOMA COUNTIES NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY AFTERNOON*

The National Weather Service has re-issued a Flash Flood Watch that is now in effect and is specific to the burn are...

Wind Advisory in Effect Tuesday (1/26) through Wednesday (1/27)

The National Weather Service has UPGRADED the High Wind Watch to a WIND ADVISORY for the Bay Area including ALL of Santa Rosa from 7 PM Tuesday (1/26) through 7 AM Wednesday (1/27).

DETAILS:

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected...

Reminder to Residents: Be Prepared for Potential Winter Storm Hazards

The City of Santa Rosa and the County of Sonoma encourage residents living in and around wildfire burn areas to be prepared for winter storms. This means being aware of potential threats, such as flash floods, rock falls, debris flows and mud flows. To he...

City Sandbag Filling Station Open for Rainy Season

The City’s sandbag filling station is open for residents throughout the rainy season. For City of Santa Rosa residents who need to control rain run-off on their property, sand and bags are available for free at the City Municipal Services Center North loc...

Cold and Wet Weather Items Needed

In preparation for the forecasted winter storm event this week, Catholic Charities’ Homeless Outreach Services Team (HOST), the City’s contracted outreach provider, is seeking cold and wet weather items for distribution to unsheltered community members, i...

Urban and Small Stream Flood Advisory for Poor Drainage Areas

Wildfire Ready: Understanding the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI)

The Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) is defined as areas where homes and buildings are built near or among lands prone to wildland fire. The WUI is a geographical area, not a place. In Santa Rosa, we also refer to the portions of the City in the WUI as the ...

Wildfire Ready: Preparing Your Deck For Fire Season and Making it Safer

Decks are often one of the most beautiful parts of a home, but they can also contribute to the spread of a wildfire. There are several critical steps that you can take, that range from the type of material used to build or rebuild the balcony or deck, kee...

CANCELED: Red Flag Warning is Canceled for Dry Lightning

UPDATE 7/19/21 at 8:00 a.m.

CANCELED: RED FLAG WARNING IS CANCELED FOR DRY LIGHTNING

The National Weather Service has canceled the Red Flag Warning. Convection no longer looks favorable for the region so they have canceled the Red Flag Warning which include...

Wildfire Ready: Removing Ladder Fuels & Properly Spacing Plants and Trees on Your Property

Ladder fuels are the vegetation that allows fire to spread up from the landscape into a tree. Common ladder fuels include tall grasses, shrubs, and tree branches, both living and dead. The removal of fire ladders and fuels is part of creating defensible s...

Wildfire Ready: Harden Your Home with Gutter Guard and Vent Screen Installations

Installing gutter guards and retrofitting your vent screens are some of the easiest ways to protect your home against wildfires. This is also known as home hardening and helps improve the chances of your home withstanding a fire due to ember cast, radiant...

Excessive Heat Warning 12PM Friday (7/9) through 11PM Sunday (7/11)

Update: 7.9.21

*UPDATE - Heat Advisory Issued For North Bay Valleys* 

The National Weather Service has now issued a Heat Advisory for the North Bay Valleys from 12PM Friday, 7/9, through 11PM Sunday, 7/11. This advisory includes ALL of Sant Rosa. T...

Wildfire Ready: Considerations for Using Mulch for Groundcover Around the Home

As you continue to prepare for wildfires and the current drought conditions, it is important to make fire-wise decisions to protect your home and property. This includes the use of mulch as a ground cover. Mulch can provide benefits around your home but, ...

SR Fire Department Reminds Residents About Use & Dangers of Fireworks in Advance of Fourth of July

Summer is officially underway which means increased outdoor activities, with the Fourth of July being no exception. The City of Santa Rosa Fire Department wants to remind residents that the possession, storage, sale and use of all fireworks is illegal wit...

Wildfire Ready: One Less Spark—One Less Wildfire

The “One Less Spark—One Less Wildfire” campaign is designed to provide constant reminders during this fire season to reduce the numbers of vehicle and equipment fires throughout our community and across the state. By reviewin...

Heat Advisory and Excessive Heat Warning

The NWS has issued a Heat Advisory for the North Bay, including all of Santa Rosa, which will be in effect from 11AM Wednesday (6/16) through 1PM Friday (6/18). The Heat Advisory for Wednesday will be upgraded to an Excessive Heat Warning for the North Ba...

Wildfire Ready: Know Your Zone, Learn Your Ways Out, Prepare a Go Bag

Being prepared for an emergency includes knowing your evacuation zone and understanding all of your ways out of your neighborhood. In the City of Santa Rosa zones are organized by neighborhoods and geographical areas instead of numbers or letters. Having ...

Wildfire Ready: Ensuring Defensible Space on Your Property

Wildfire season is here and knowing how to create defensible space can potentially save your home and property. Defensible space is the buffer you create between a building on your property and the grass, trees, shrubs, or any other wildland that surround...

Questions About Evacuation Tags?

While evacuation tags are helpful in some communities, including rural areas where first responders may need to spend more time to reach rural residents, within the Santa Rosa city limits – a more densely populated community – evacuation tags are not util...

Wildfire Ready: Understanding High Wind Advisories and Red Flag Events

The recent warm and breezy conditions have continued to dry out drought stressed vegetation in and around Santa Rosa.  Following the declaration of Fire Season on Monday, May 17, 2021, the recent weather conditions have caused concern amongst res...

SRFD to Declare May 17th Official Start of Wildfire Season in Santa Rosa

The City of Santa Rosa Fire Department will officially declare May 17, 2021 as the start of this year’s wildfire season in Santa Rosa. The date has been set following several days of Red Flag Warning conditions just outside the City limits in the North Ba...

Red Flag Warning In Effect from 11pm Friday, 5/7 to 6am, Monday 5/10 for North Bay Mountains

**RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM FRIDAY, 5/7 TO 6 AM PDT MONDAY, 5/10 FOR AREAS INCLUDING THE NORTH BAY HILLS**

The NWS is forecasting a moderate early season offshore wind event. This will occur as fuels are near record dry levels after a very dry ...

City of Santa Rosa Names New Fire Chief

The City of Santa Rosa has selected Scott Westrope as the next Chief of the Santa Rosa Fire Department following a nationwide and extensive recruitment.

Westrope has served 21 of his 27-year fire service career with the Santa Rosa Fire Department – includi...

Council to Consider Ordinance Allowing Vegetative Debris Pile Burning for Wildfire Mitigation

At their March 16th meeting, City Council will consider an Ordinance allowing property owners to burn vegetative debris piles as a way to reduce the threat of wildfires. This type of pile burning, under appropriate weather conditions, can rapidly eliminat...

PG&E Begins Tree Hauling Program for Glass and LNU Lightning Complex Fires

Property owners with fallen trees left on their property that PG&E felled following the Glass Fire now have option of getting them removed by PG&E

Governor Newsom Issues Executive Order to Support Communities Recovering from Wildfires

The order extends the state’s prohibition on price gouging for counties impacted by various wildfires in August and September 2020.

City and County Set Deadline for Private Fire Debris Removal

The County of Sonoma and City of Santa Rosa have set June 1, 2021 as the deadline for completion of private cleanup of fire debris.

The deadline pertains to all residential property owners in Sonoma County who had homes destroyed by the 2020 Walbridge, Mey...

Skyhawk Open Space Open to the Public

Final assessment of Skyhawk Open Space determined the area was safe to reopen and the fencing has been removed for public access. The Fawn Drive pathway remains closed while repairs are completed to the damaged pedestrian bridge.

Wind Advisory in Effect Tuesday (1/26) through Wednesday (1/27)

The National Weather Service has UPGRADED the High Wind Watch to a WIND ADVISORY for the Bay Area including ALL of Santa Rosa from 7 PM Tuesday (1/26) through 7 AM Wednesday (1/27).

DETAILS:

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected...

Flash Flood Watch RE-ISSUED Through Thursday (1/28)

UPDATE 1/27/21 at 3:30 p.m.

*FLASH FLOOD WATCH FOR THE 2020 BURN AREAS IN NAPA AND SONOMA COUNTIES NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY AFTERNOON*

The National Weather Service has re-issued a Flash Flood Watch that is now in effect and is specific to the burn are...

Burned Underground Storm Drain Pipes Discovered in Skyhawk Open Space Area

Burned underground storm drain pipe, a result of the Glass Fire, was discovered by staff in the Skyhawk Open Space area on Monday, Jan. 4. The damaged pipe is located directly under portions of unpaved walking trails accessed off Fawn Drive south of Skyha...

Access the Glass Fire Rain Ready Map

Wildfire can leave burned areas with little or no vegetation and an impaired ability to absorb rainwater, resulting in increased rainwater runoff, and a significantly higher risk of flooding and debris or mudflows. With risk still high for hazards, the Co...

Deadline to Submit Paperwork for Phase 2 Debris Removal Extended to Jan. 15

The deadline for fire survivors to apply for the State of California’s consolidated fire debris removal program has been extended to Jan. 15, 2021 by the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES). The extension provi...

Minor Burn Debris Removal/Cleanup

If your property contains ONLY minor burned debris, you will need to apply for an exemption from the Phase 2 debris removal process and follow ALL cleanup protocols outlined by the City of Santa Rosa. Minor burned debris includes the following:

• A fence
• Non-...

FEMA’s Disaster Assistance Registration Center Closing

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Mobile Registration Intake Center at Maria Carrillo High School will be closing December 9th due to the increase in COVID-19 cases in the state.

Fire survivors from the Glass Fire still have until December 16 ...

Virtual Recovery Town Hall for Meyers, Walbridge and Glass Fire Debris Removal

Fire survivors and property owners impacted by the Glass, Meyers and Walbridge fires are invited to attend a virtual town hall meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 2 at 5 p.m. to learn more about the Consolidated Debris Removal Program operated by the California Of...

Debris Removal Progress Map for Glass, Walbridge and Meyers Fires Now Available

The Consolidated Debris Removal Program operated by the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is set to begin in Sonoma County on Dec. 1, and Cal OES has stated that the sooner property owners enroll in the program the quicker work m...

Fire-Damaged Hazard Trees on Private Property Eligible for CA’s Consolidated Debris Removal Program

The City wants to ensure that ALL property owners within the Glass Fire burn scar area are aware that the State’s Consolidated Debris Removal Program ALSO includes the removal of fire-damaged hazard trees from private property, regardless of whether there...

No Cost Wattles Available for Fire Impacted Properties to Prevent Storm Water Pollution

Winter rains are anticipated, making it critical that property owners in Glass Fire burn areas, or downhill of burned areas, have preventative measure in place now to prevent ash, debris, and sediment from entering local creeks and waterways.

To assist pro...

Fire Debris Removal Training for Contractors and Debris Haulers

Sonoma County Environmental Health and the City of Santa Rosa, in partnership with CalRecycle and Cal OES, will hold a webinar training on Fire Debris Removal for contractors and waste haulers on Nov. 16 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

FEMA Mobile Registration Intake Center Opening Friday, 11/6, for Glass Fire

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will open a Mobile Response Intake Center on Friday, Nov. 6 at Maria Carrillo High School, 6975 Montecito Blvd, Santa Rosa to provide one-on-one support to Glass Fire survivors registering for federal disaste...

State's Phase 2 Consolidated Debris Removal Program

Sonoma County fire survivors who have residential property that was destroyed or significantly damaged by the Walbridge, Meyers or Glass fires have the ability to access Phase 2 of the Consolidated Fire Debris Removal Program being offered by the State of...

State Initiating Phase 1 Household Hazardous Waste Sweeps for Glass Fire

SANTA ROSA, CA - The California Department of Toxic Substance Control is expected to initiate the Phase 1 Household Hazardous Waste Sweeps next week for residential properties with damaged or destroyed structures from the Glass Fire in Sonoma County.

&...

Sonoma County Added to Presidential Major Disaster Declaration

Sonoma, Napa, and Shasta Counties added to Presidential Major Disaster Declaration to support state’s response to wildfires. Those impacted are now eligible for support, including crisis counseling, housing and unemployment assistance and legal services.

Information for Voters Impacted by Disaster

Residents whose homes were destroyed by the LNU or Glass Fires are encouraged to take action to preserve their voting options. Learn about the two options for updating voting information through the Sonoma County Registrar of Voters.

Preparing for Rain After Wildfires

SANTA ROSA, CA - The City of Santa Rosa and the County of Sonoma encourage residents living in and around wildfire burn areas to prepare for the rainy season. Preparing now, for future winter storms, is important for your safety and the protection of our ...

Support and Supply Stations

Re-entry Materials, Supplies Available for Residents Returning to Burned Areas

Residents returning to areas burned in the Glass Fire are asked to visit  supply and support stations (also called commodity points of distribution or CPODs) operated b...

Filing Claim for Additional Living Expenses (ALE) Incurred Due to Mandatory Evacuation

Per United Policyholders, you may be eligible to claim reimbursement from your insurance company for Additional Living Expenses (ALE) incurred due to a mandatory evacuation order. ALE covers expenses such as the cost of temporary housing or food. A deduct...

Glass Fire Recovery Web Page

The City of Santa Rosa has launched a new recovery web page for Santa Rosa fire survivors affected by the #GlassFire. Recovery information and resources will continue to be added to this page.

Go there now: SRCity.org/GlassFireRecovery

Glass Fire Property Damage Assessment Map

Santa Rosa’s Property Damage Assessment Map for the Glass Fire is now available online.

VIEW HERE

County and City to Open Local Assistance Center in Santa Rosa

Recovery services available for residents affected by the Glass Fire

SANTA ROSA, CA – Residents affected by the Glass Fire will be able to access recovery services and resources at a Local Assistance Center (LAC) beginning on Monday, Oct. 5. The ...

New Dashboard Available for Tracking State’s Debris Removal Program

Glass Fire survivors participating in the State’s Consolidated Debris Removal Program can now access an informational dashboard that provides more specific details of the cleanup progress.

This Debris Operations Dashboard displays updates for cleanup activ...

Glass Fire Recovery & Rebuilding Community Meeting on Jan. 20

City staff working on Glass Fire recovery efforts will host a virtual community meeting for residents within the Glass Fire burn scar area in the Santa Rosa City limits on Wednesday, January 20th from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The meeting is meant for those ...

Deadline to Submit Paperwork for Phase 2 Debris Removal Extended to Feb. 15

The deadline for fire survivors to apply for the state consolidated fire debris removal program has been extended again to February 15, 2021 by the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES).

SR City Glass Fire Recovery Update for Oct. 24, 2020

Sonoma County (Glass Fire) Added to Presidential Major Disaster Declaration to Support State’s Response to Wildfires, Red Cross Financial Assistance for Property Owners of Destroyed or Substantially Damaged Homes, Fire-Damaged Hazardous Trees, and More

SR City: Glass Fire Recovery Update - 10.16.20

Recovery News: Household Hazardous Waste and Debris Removal, Re-Entry Kits for Fire-Damaged Properties, Replacing Lost Documents, Now is the Time to Prepare Fire-Impacted Properties for Winter Storms

Glass Fire Town Hall Meeting Tonight (10/7) at 5:00 p.m.

The City of Santa Rosa and County of Sonoma, along with state and federal representatives, will host a virtual town hall to share information about Glass Fire recovery tonight (10/7) from 5:00 – 6:30 pm

Take the Survey: What Makes a Great City Manager?

The City of Santa Rosa will soon begin its recruitment of a new City Manager replacing the current interim leader, Jeff Kolin, in a few months. Before the recruitment begins, the City would like to hear your thoughts regarding desirable qualities and char...

Joint Message from Police Chief Navarro and Fire Chief Westrope Ahead of July 4th Celebrations

In the face of extreme heat, low humidity, and record drought conditions, we urge Santa Rosans to make safe choices and NOT use fireworks when celebrating the Fourth of July this year.

Regardless of the allure and nostalgia of fireworks, remember that ALL ...

All Youth Ride CityBus Free Starting July 1

Santa Rosa CityBus will launch a new Unlimited Rides (UR Free), pilot program providing fare-free rides for Santa Rosa youth on any of CityBus’s regular fixed routes, seven days a week beginning July 1. CityBus’s program is available to ...

‘School of Rec’ Program Concludes, 180 Families Served

The School of Rec Distance Learning Camp and Care program concluded Wednesday after having served 180 families during the pandemic, including many underserved families. Recreation & Parks staff ope...

Know Your Emergency Alerts

Emergencies can happen anywhere, at any time. That is why it is important to understand the different warning notifications and systems public safety officials will use to alert you during an emergency. Some of these systems require prior registration inc...

County and Cities Affected by the Kincade Fire Reach $31 million Settlement with PG&E

Today, the County of Sonoma, City of Santa Rosa, Town of Windsor, City of Cloverdale, and City of Healdsburg announce a collective $31 million settlement with PG&E for public and natural resource injuries and damages caused by the 2019 Kincade Fire, w...

$33.9M in Federal Funding Allocated to City for Rebuilding & Resiliency

Questions About Evacuation Tags?

While evacuation tags are helpful in some communities, including rural areas where first responders may need to spend more time to reach rural residents, within the Santa Rosa city limits – a more densely populated community – evacuati...

Santa Rosa City Council Adopts 20% Voluntary Community-wide Reduction in Water Use

City Requesting All Santa Rosans Reduce Water Use to Achieve a 20 Percent Community-wide Savings

In response to historic drought conditions in the North Bay, Santa Rosa, the largest California city north of Santa Francisco, is asking Santa Rosans to act no...

Council Announces Intent to Appoint Jeff Kolin as Interim City Manager

The Santa Rosa City Council has announced its intent to appoint Jeff Kolin to serve as Interim City Manager of Santa Rosa.  The City Council will take action on Mr. Kolin’s employment agreement at its meeting on May 18, 2021.  ...

SRFD to Declare May 17th Official Start of Wildfire Season in Santa Rosa

The City of Santa Rosa Fire Department will officially declare May 17, 2021 as the start of this year’s wildfire season in Santa Rosa. The date has been set following several days of Red Flag Warning conditions just outside the City limits in the North Ba...

Browse the Summer 2021 Activity Guide! Sign ups begin May 6th

Join Santa Rosa Recreation & Parks for swim lessons, summer camps, fitness and sports activities, art classes, and much, much more! Registration begins May 6th.

City of Santa Rosa, Martinez Reach Settlement in the Case of Martinez v. City of Santa Rosa

A settlement has been reached between the City of Santa Rosa and five plaintiffs in the case of Martinez, et al v. City of Santa Rosa, et al. After a daylong settlement conference in Federal Court on April 27, 2021, an agreement was reached bringing the l...

Special Study Session Set for May 4 & 5

In response to the protests following the tragic murder of George Floyd, the Santa Rosa City Council and Staff committed to actions for change in our community. Beginning on Tuesday, May 4, 2021, at 1:00 p.m., and reconvening on Wednesday, May 5, 2021 at ...

Homeless Services Update: Motel Rooms to Phase Out with Vaccines and Shelter Bed Space Now Available

With the arrival of increased vaccine availability and restored homeless shelter beds at Santa Rosa’s new Shelter Annex, the City will begin phasing out the use of motel rooms for individuals experiencing homelessness in late April 2021 and over...

City of Santa Rosa Reopens Some Public Counters Following County’s Entry to Orange Tier

The City of Santa Rosa continues to operate under limited conditions due to the current coronavirus public health crisis; but has expanded services and operations in some areas following Sonoma County’s entry into the orange tier earlier this month.

The fo...

2017 Fire Survivors: Last Chance to Apply for a CalHome Disaster Loan

Santa Rosa homeowners whose homes were damaged or destroyed in the 2017 wildfires and who have not yet begun to rebuild, are encouraged to apply by May 31, 2021, for a gap financing reconstruction loan of up $100,000. The Housing Authority is offering low...

Encampments at Highway Underpasses Closed Following Extensive Outreach Effort

The team with the Homeless Encampment Assistance Program completed closure and clean-up of encampments at the 5th, 6th, and 9th street highway underpasses during the week of April 13, 2021. This followed extensive outreach in which 54 individuals were con...

Chief Navarro’s Statement in Response to Former Employee's Comments in Chauvin Trial

We are aware of former Santa Rosa Police Officer, Barry Brodd, providing testimony in the Derek Chauvin trial. Mr. Brodd has not been employed by the department since 2004. His comments do not reflect the values and beliefs of the Santa Rosa Police Depart...

Sonoma County to Move to Orange Tier on Wednesday, April 7

After just three weeks in the red tier within California's Blueprint for a Safer Economy, Sonoma County will move into the less restrictive orange tier beginning on Wednesday, April 7.

Santa Rosa City Manager Announces Resignation

The City of Santa Rosa announced today the resignation of City Manager Sean McGlynn, effective May 29, 2021.

McGlynn has been the Santa Rosa City Manager since August 2014.

During his tenure, McGlynn was tasked with addressing the ongoing fiscal challenges ...

A Message from Mayor Chris Rogers

A Letter to Our Community: Standing in Solidarity with Our Asian American Pacific Islander Community

To the community we proudly serve,

Over the last few weeks, we have seen abhorrent attacks against members of our Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) com...

Join Us in Celebrating Our Hard-Working Bus Operators!

Transit Driver Appreciation Day is an annual event to celebrate the essential service of public transit operators. Santa Rosa CityBus drivers are dedicated to what they do, and they deserve a heartfelt thank you!

Santa Rosa CityBus and Santa Rosa Paratrans...

City of Santa Rosa Names New Fire Chief

The City of Santa Rosa has selected Scott Westrope as the next Chief of the Santa Rosa Fire Department following a nationwide and extensive recruitment.

Westrope has served 21 of his 27-year fire service career with the Santa Rosa Fire Department &ndas...

COVID-19 Update - Sonoma County Moving to Red Tier

Sonoma County, including all of Santa Rosa, will be moving from the most restrictive purple tier for COVID-19 into the red tier beginning on Sunday, March 14 at 12:01 a.m.

City Claims Top Honors in 2021 Outstanding Local Streets and Roads Project Awards

Fulton Road Reconstruction and Flashing Yellow Left Turn Arrow Retrofit Projects Awarded

The City of Santa Rosa is proud to announce it has been recognized as the overall winner of the 2021 Outstanding Local Streets and Roads (LSR) Project Awards ...

City Resolves Industrial Drive Encampment, Continues Outreach to Unsheltered Community Members

The Homeless Encampment Assistance Program (HEAP) has completed closure and clean-up of an encampment in the Industrial Drive area. The resolution of the encampment followed 10 days of outreach by Catholic Charities’ Homeless Services Outreach T...

Council to Consider Ordinance Allowing Vegetative Debris Pile Burning for Wildfire Mitigation

At their March 16th meeting, City Council will consider an Ordinance allowing property owners to burn vegetative debris piles as a way to reduce the threat of wildfires. This type of pile burning, under appropriate weather conditions, can rapidly eliminat...

Provide Input on Plan to Distribute Federal Housing, Homelessness, and Community Development Funds

The City of Santa Rosa would like your input on how it plans to distribute federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investments Partnership Program (HOME), and Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) funds that it will receive fo...

City Launches Santa Rosa Forward, Seeks Input for General Plan Update

SANTA ROSA, Calif. – The City of Santa Rosa is seeking input from residents regarding the long-term changes they would like to see in the City, their neighborhood, and their health. Input is being collected through an initial engagement survey that is kic...

City Exploring Options for Bennett Valley Golf Course Property in Advance of 2022 Operator Contract

Update 3.18.21

The Bennett Valley Golf Course (BVGC) Ad Hoc Committee met on Tuesday, March 9 to discuss how to proceed with evaluation of the course. The Committee unanimously agreed, that given significant public feedback and concerns as well as the need...

When Vaccination is Your Destination

Local Transit Agencies Offer Fare-Free Rides to Vaccination Appointments

Santa Rosa CityBus, in coordination with Sonoma County Transit (SCT) and Petaluma Transit (PT), are now offering systemwide fare-free transit and paratransit transportation for any pe...

New Dedicated Team Targets Debris Removal on Public Property

The City has established a new dedicated team to respond to complaints associated with debris left on public property, including along roadsides, trails and creeks as well as in parks and around public buildings. The Debris Response Team (DRT) will remove...

Council Goal-Setting

The Santa Rosa City Council will hold their Goal-Setting Meeting Session as a virtual Zoom meeting over three days – February 17th to 19th. This annual meeting is a chance for Council to set what the goals and priorities of the City will be for ...

Programs and Proposals to Address Homelessness Presented at Study Session

Update: 2.11.21

During a City Council Study Session on Tuesday, Feb. 9, Council and community members received an update on Santa Rosa’s Homeless Services, including a review of current programs and new program options. Community members provided input dur...

New Protective Bollards for Courthouse Square

Update 3.18.2021

Construction is underway to install the new protective bollards within Courthouse Square at the intersections of 3^rd Street and Santa Rosa Avenue and 4^th Street and Mendocino Avenue. 

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The City of Santa Ros...

$38M in Disaster Relief Funds Approved to Build Affordable Homes

In October 2017, the Tubbs fire destroyed over 3,000 residential units in Santa Rosa, constituting a loss of approximately five percent of the City’s housing stock. In response to the 2017 wildfires, the United States Department of Housing & Urban Dev...

Fire Chief Tony Gossner Retiring Dec. 23

After 30 years of service with the Fire Department, Chief Tony Gossner will be retiring from the City Dec. 23. Chief Gossner was originally hired by the Santa Rosa Fire Department on October 15, 1990 as a Firefighter. He rose through the Department ranks ...

Housing and Community Services Director Dave Gouin Retiring Dec. 30

Housing and Community Services Director Dave Gouin will be retiring on Dec. 30 after 21+ years of service with the City of Santa Rosa. Dave joined the City as the Program Manager for Affordable Housing in 1999 and was promoted to the Director of Housing a...

Fulton Road Project Awarded for Innovation and Sustainability

The City of Santa Rosa’s Fulton Road Reconstruction project is the recipient of two awards for innovation and sustainability, 

• 2020 Best Projects Award of Merit by the Engineering News-Record - California region, and the 
• Infrastructure Pr...

CityBus Joins Clipper START Program

Santa Rosa CityBus is one of six more Bay Area transit agencies to join the new Clipper START program which allows lower-income adults age 19-64 to receive fare discounts ranging from 20 percent to 50 percent on a growing number of transit systems around ...

City, County Reach Agreement with Homeless Advocates on Preliminary Injunction

Local Entities File Suit Against PG&E for 2019 Kincade Fire Damages to Public Resources

Santa Rosa, California—Today, the County of Sonoma, City of Santa Rosa, Town of Windsor, City of Cloverdale, City of Healdsburg, Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District, Sonoma County Water Agency and Community Development Commission f...

Stony Point Road Bike and Ped Improvements Community Meeting

Stony Point Road Proposed Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvements Virtual Community MeetingNovember 18, 2020 at 6:00 p.m.

Join Zoom Meeting: https://srcity-org.zoom.us/j/98631969322 Or Call: 888-475-4499 Meeting ID: 986 3196 9322

Span...

Safe Social Distancing Program Completed, Community Invited to Provide Input at Dec. 7 Meeting

Update (11.19.20)

Closure of the Safe Social Distancing Program (SSDP) in the parking lot at Finley Community Center is completed and a virtual community meeting is scheduled for December 7 to help evaluate the program. Established in May as a temporary me...

City to Restore Homeless Shelter Bed Capacity to Pre COVID-19 Levels

UPDATE (11/10/20)

Crews are making good progress in constructing an emergency shelter structure at Samuel L. Jones Hall Homeless Shelter (SJH). The project will restore bed capacity at the City-owned homeless shelter to pre-COVID-19 levels while maintainin...

City of Santa Rosa Appoints Chief Financial Officer

The City of Santa Rosa has appointed Jan Mazyck to serve as Chief Financial Officer, a role responsible for overseeing the City’s financial and accounting functions, including budgeting, accounting, purchasing and long-term planning.

Mazyck will ...

A Statement from Mayor Tom Schwedhelm

An Important Message from Santa Rosa Mayor Tom Schwedhelm

Tomorrow (November 3rd), City of Santa Rosa voters will be making their voices heard. November 3rd is also the last day to cast your votes in the 2020 Consolidated General Election. You can use the ...

City Completes Rebuild of Coffey Neighborhood Park and Reopens Park to Residents

A three-year, community-wide effort led by the City of Santa Rosa to rebuild Coffey Neighborhood Park culminated today with the reopening of the park to Coffey Park residents and release of a video that celebrates the park’s rebuilding ...

Celebrate Safety with CityBus

Santa Rosa CityBus prioritizes safety year-round in our transit operations, and we pride ourselves on our excellent safety record; in fact, we celebrate it! Please join us in a round of applause as we celebrate our 28-safety award-winning CityBus operator...

County of Sonoma Provides Guidance for Safe Halloween and Dia de los Muertos Activities

With Halloween and Dia de los Muertos quickly approaching, residents reminded to plan ahead and celebrate safely by avoiding gatherings

City Playgrounds Open, Play It Safe – Follow Precautions!

City Playgrounds Open, Children and Adults Must Follow COVID-19 Precautions

Following September 28, 2020 guidance from the California Department of Public Health, the City of Santa Rosa has reopened all City playgrounds with requirements and precautions to...

Bell Ringing Ceremony

Tune in to the City's YouTube channel tomorrow (Friday, October 9) at 7:30 a.m. for a LIVE ceremonial bell ringing.

During the 5-minute ceremony, members of the Santa Rosa Fire Department Honor Guard will ring the ceremonial bell 24 times in honor of each ...

Statement from the City of Santa Rosa

On Wednesday, September 30, 2020, Daryl Clark, a 12-year veteran of the City of Santa Rosa Water Department, passed away while on-the-job. Daryl, a water systems technician, was working at the City of Santa Rosa’s Laguna Wastewater Treatment Pla...

Heat Advisory in Effect 9/27 & 9/28

HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11AM SUNDAY (9/27) TO 7PM MONDAY (9/28)

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a heat advisory for most of the region, including Santa Rosa for Sunday and Monday (9/27 & 9/28). Robust warning and drying trends are ex...

City to Open Cooling Center Sunday & Monday (9/27 & 9/28)

Temperatures are expected to rise through Monday, 9/28 with daytime temperatures reaching the high 90s to low 100s. The hottest days will be Sunday and Monday. 

Due to the heightened weather conditions, the City of Santa Rosa will activate a cooli...

Red Flag Warning Expanded to include all of Santa Rosa/ Sonoma County

RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FOR ALL OF SANTA ROSA/SONOMA COUNTY FROM 9PM SATURDAY (9/26) TO 9PM MONDAY (9/28) FOR WINDS AND LOW HUMIDITY

Note: The Red Flag Warning was previously only for the upper elevations and was shorter in duration.

The Nationa...

Health Order Amendment

Sonoma County’s Health Officer, Dr. Sundari Mase, today (9/23) issued an amended health order to align the existing local health order with the state's revised framework for reopening. The amendment to the Stay Well Sonoma County Health Order (C19-15), wh...

Nail Services and Physician-Ordered Electrolysis Allowed to Reopen Indoors

Yesterday (9/22), nail services and physician-ordered electrolysis in Sonoma County, including Santa Rosa, may open for business indoors with certain modifications.

Individuals operating or working at a nail or beauty salon, or offer pers...

Statement from the City of Santa Rosa

City of Santa Rosa Response to Cal/OSHA-Issued Citations for COVID-19 Violations

The City of Santa Rosa has received notice via a press announcement by the State of California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) that Cal/OSHA has issued four citations...

Community Input Process Resumes to Help Prioritize Investment of City’s PG&E Settlement Funds

UPDATE 10/14/20 

The community input process to help Santa Rosa City Council prioritize investment of the City’s $95 million in PG&E settlement funds has been extended through October 25th. The process was delayed due to the City&...

City Reveals 5 Public Art Proposals to be Considered for Permanent Installation in Courthouse Square

SANTA ROSA, CA - The City of Santa Rosa Public Art Program is excited to share the design proposals submitted for the permanent Courthouse Square public art project Imagine Art in Old Courthouse Square. The following five artists were id...

Barber Shops, Hair Salons and Malls Allowed to Reopen in Sonoma County

As of Monday, August 31, barber shops, hair salons and malls in Sonoma County will be allowed to resume indoor operations with modifications. This is in response to the revised health orders issued by Governor Newson last Friday (August 28), and replaces ...

City to Restore Homeless Shelter Bed Capacity to Pre COVID-19 Levels

UPDATE (9/24/20)

Installation of an emergency shelter has begun to restore bed capacity to pre COVID-19 levels at the City’s Samuel L. Jones Hall Homeless Shelter (SJH). In March 2020, to help protect SJH guests from COVID-19, it was necessary to...

Ford v. City of Santa Rosa

SANTA ROSA, CA –  A settlement has been reached between the City of Santa Rosa and Andy Ford in the case of Ford v. City of Santa Rosa. This settlement was reached amicably, formally, and finally resolved all issues concerning the Compl...

City Council Passes Local Urgency Ordinance

At the August 8, 2020 Santa Rosa City Council meeting, the Council approved an urgency ordinance authorizing administrative enforcement of the public health orders in Santa Rosa. The ordinance mirrors Sonoma County’s recently passed enforcement ...

School of Rec: Distance Learning Camp & Care

No matter what school your child attends or their virtual classroom schedule, the School of Rec - Distance Learning Camp & Care is here to help you support your child during the COVID-19 distance learning challenge! This program provides a learning en...

Update on Efforts to Address Encampment at Fremont Park

Update 9/3/20

This week, the City’s Homeless Encampment Assistance Program (HEAP) led an operation to address the encampment in Fremont Park (also known as Cancer Survivors Park). Over the past several weeks, HEAP had been monitoring conditions i...

Stay Safe Santa Rosa

The tail end of a summer unlike any other is upon us and the joys of autumn are coming soon. As you enjoy these last warm days and prepare for fall, please make health and safety your top priority. From dining outdoors to being active in our City parks, t...

Public Safety Subcommittee Meeting

The next Public Safety Subcommittee Meeting is set to take place this Friday, August 7 at 9:00 a.m. This subcommittee, which is newly established by the Mayor of Santa Rosa and met for the first time on July 1, is tasked with review of public safety polic...

Council Goal-Setting

The Council Goal Setting Meeting Session will be held over two days – August 3 and 4 – as a virtual Zoom meeting and all members of the public are welcome and invited to participate. More information on the City’s plans for t...

Wyland Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation

WATCH this video, as Mayor Tom Schwedhelm has accepted the Wyland National Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation and is asking all Santa Rosans to show their support for WaterSmart habits by pledging to conserve water. It only takes a minute,...

E Street Bike Lanes

The Pavement Preventative Maintenance (PPM) project 2020 consists of performing preventative maintenance on arterial City streets including crack sealing, localized asphalt repairs, pavement resurfacing and striping reconfiguration at select locations.

PPM...

Serving Santa Rosa During COVID-19

Even though most City of Santa Rosa facilities may be closed to the public, WATCH this short video and find out how City staff are working around the clock to maintain essential City services and identify new ways to provide services that protect your hea...

City of Santa Rosa Board Vacancies

City Council is seeking volunteers interested in serving on the following Boards that have current vacancies:

Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Board (One Senior Community Representative, One At-Large Position)

About: The City’s Bicycle a...

Joe Rodota Trail (JRT)

The Joe Rodota Trail (JRT) is a Sonoma County Regional Park space maintained by the County of Sonoma. To address the growing homeless encampment along the Trail – at the direction of the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors – the County ...

Joe Rodota Trail (JRT)

The Joe Rodota Trail (JRT) is a Sonoma County Regional Park space maintained by the County of Sonoma. To address the growing homeless encampment along the Trail – at the direction of the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors – the County ...

Permit Santa Rosa

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.In an effort to increase transparency and access, and improve c...

Register Now for 20+ New Recreation Programs for Spring 2021

Santa Rosa Recreation & Parks announces 20-plus new recreation programs for spring, with lifeguard training and swimming lessons topping the list! These programs in drowning prevention are especially important to the health of our community and are pe...

City of Santa Rosa Board Vacancy

City Council is seeking volunteers interested in serving as At-Large board members on the Housing Authority.

The purpose of the Housing Authority is to ensure adequate, decent, safe and sanitary housing for qualified people within Santa Rosa consistent wit...

2017 Fire Survivors: Last Chance to Apply for a CalHome Disaster Loan

Santa Rosa homeowners whose homes were damaged or destroyed in the 2017 wildfires and who have not yet begun to rebuild, are encouraged to apply by May 31, 2021, for a gap financing reconstruction loan of up $100,000. The Housing Authority is offering low...

Encampments at Highway Underpasses Closed Following Extensive Outreach Effort

The team with the Homeless Encampment Assistance Program completed closure and clean-up of encampments at the 5th, 6th, and 9th street highway underpasses during the week of April 13, 2021. This followed extensive outreach in which 54 individuals were con...

City Resolves Industrial Drive Encampment, Continues Outreach to Unsheltered Community Members

The Homeless Encampment Assistance Program (HEAP) has completed closure and clean-up of an encampment in the Industrial Drive area. The resolution of the encampment followed 10 days of outreach by Catholic Charities’ Homeless Services Outreach Team (HOST)...

Provide Input on Plan to Distribute Federal Housing, Homelessness, and Community Development Funds

The City of Santa Rosa would like your input on how it plans to distribute federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investments Partnership Program (HOME), and Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) funds that it will receive fo...

Programs and Proposals to Address Homelessness Presented at Study Session

Update: 2.11.21

During a City Council Study Session on Tuesday, Feb. 9, Council and community members received an update on Santa Rosa’s Homeless Services, including a review of current programs and new program options. Community members provided input dur...

$38M in Disaster Relief Funds Approved to Build Affordable Homes

In October 2017, the Tubbs fire destroyed over 3,000 residential units in Santa Rosa, constituting a loss of approximately five percent of the City’s housing stock. In response to the 2017 wildfires, the United States Department of Housing & Urban Dev...

Housing and Community Services Director Dave Gouin Retiring Dec. 30

Housing and Community Services Director Dave Gouin will be retiring on Dec. 30 after 21+ years of service with the City of Santa Rosa. Dave joined the City as the Program Manager for Affordable Housing in 1999 and was promoted to the Director of Housing a...

City, County Reach Agreement with Homeless Advocates on Preliminary Injunction

Joe Rodota Trail (JRT)

The Joe Rodota Trail (JRT) is a Sonoma County Regional Park space maintained by the County of Sonoma. To address the growing homeless encampment along the Trail – at the direction of the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors – the County ...

Low Wage Employee Parking Permit Approved

Effective September 1, 2017, a new discounted parking permit is available to low wage employees.  This permit provides affordable parking options for low wage employees working in downtown Santa Rosa.  The permit is available for $31/mon...

Board of Supervisors to vote on location of future County Government Center

The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday is scheduled to vote on where to locate the new County Government Center. The Board will be choosing between staying on the existing county campus or moving to Downtown Santa Rosa.

Permit Sonoma Releases Draft Multijurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan For Public Comment

Permit Sonoma, in partnership with local jurisdictions throughout Sonoma County, including Santa Rosa, released a draft Multijurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan for public comment.

Building Permit Process Delays Expected Through Summer

High influx of multifamily development, the summer start of construction season, and staff augmentation will temporarily create longer turnarounds on inspection times.

Due to a higher-than-normal workload for City staff, residents are being advised to expect delays in permit processing this summer. In the short term, the City's Planning & Economic Developement Department can not guarantee normal turnarounds...

Call for Food Vendors: Bennett Valley Golf Course Food Truck/Food Booth Days Pilot Program

Food vendors and booth operators have an opportunity to serve the estimated 150-300 golfers per day and the many Santa Rosa residents who frequent nearby Galvin Community Park. The deadline to apply is 5:00 p.m. on March 19, 2021.

Santa Rosa, CA – The City of Santa Rosa is seeking food truck or food booth vendors to serve golfers and the general public through this pilot program following the closure of Legend’s Restaurant at the Bennett Valley Golf Course. &...

City Launches Santa Rosa Forward, Seeks Input for General Plan Update

Plan update will include an emphasis on health and equity thanks to grant boost from Kaiser Permanente

SANTA ROSA, Calif. – The City of Santa Rosa is seeking input from residents regarding the long-term changes they would like to see in the City, their neighborhood, and their health. Input is being collected through an initial engagement survey t...

City Expands Areas Mobile Food Trucks Can Operate Starting January 1

The City ordinance greatly expands where and how mobile food vendors can operate on private property in the City, including areas zoned for commercial, mixed-use, shopping centers, car lots, and industrial areas, and more.

Starting January 1, 2021, the City of Santa Rosa will allow for mobile food vendors to operate, with a minor conditional use permit, in more locations around the City. This expansion will permit mobile food vendors (taco trucks, chuck wagons, lunch carts,...

Accessory Dwelling Units

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.

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.

An Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) is an attached or detache...

Permit Santa Rosa

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.

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.In an effort to increase transparency and access, and improve c...

SRPD Releases Records Related to Specific Incidents of Use of Force from 2020 Community Protests

The City of Santa Rosa Police Department (SRPD) has published records related to internal investigations of two specific use-of-force incidents that occurred in May and June of 2020. 

Both investigations were among the subjects discussed at a two-...

Questions About Evacuation Tags?

While evacuation tags are helpful in some communities, including rural areas where first responders may need to spend more time to reach rural residents, within the Santa Rosa city limits – a more densely populated community – evacuation tags are not util...

Chief Navarro’s Statement in Response to Former Employee's Comments in Chauvin Trial

We are aware of former Santa Rosa Police Officer, Barry Brodd, providing testimony in the Derek Chauvin trial. Mr. Brodd has not been employed by the department since 2004. His comments do not reflect the values and beliefs of the Santa Rosa Police Depart...

Statement from Chief Navarro

Chief Navarro’s Statement in Response to Former SRPD Officer Felony Conviction:

On March 5, 2021, the Sonoma County District Attorney’s Office issued a news release regarding the arrest and conviction of former SRPD Officer Matthew Meloche.&nb...

Spotlight on Women in Leadership for Women's History Month

March is Women's History Month, commemorating and encouraging the celebration of the vital role of women in history. The Santa Rosa Police Department is making women’s history with the appointment of several accomplished women to leadership roles. From th...

De-escalation Techniques Lead to a Safer Outcome During Incident

Yesterday, several officers were dispatched to a residential neighborhood in southeast Santa Rosa. responding to an individual shouting at people and attempting to fight residents.   The subject became agitated and aggressive while meeting with h...

SRPD Joins Neighbors Public Safety App by Ring

The Santa Rosa Police Department has teamed up with the Neighbors app by Ring. Neighbors is a free app created for residents to connect and share hyper-local safety updates and information from reliable sources, like SRPD. Neighbors Public Safety Service ...

Mental Health and Law Enforcement

The Santa Rosa Police Department has signed a contract with the White Bird Clinic to partner on building a collaborative approach to addressing non-violent responses to mental health crises and homeless-related incidents (HRI). The White Bird Clinic is a ...

Statement from the City of Santa Rosa

The City of Santa Rosa has received notice via a press announcement by the State of California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) that Cal/OSHA has issued four citations to the City of Santa Rosa for COVID-19 and other health and safety violations. ...

Call If You Can, Text If You Can’t

On September 8, 2020, the Santa Rosa Police Department is now offering Text to 9-1-1 services to residents to report emergencies who are deaf, hard of hearing or have a speech disability, or who cannot safely call 9-1-1 in a dangerous situation.

Dialing 9-...

Know Your Designated Evacuation Zone

There are a lot of questions about evacuation zones right now, and while Santa Rosa is NOT currently threatened by any fires, we are expediting the release of our Designated Evacuation Zone (DEZ) map for large-scale mass evacuations, to clear up evacuatio...

Public Safety Subcommittee Meeting

The next Public Safety Subcommittee Meeting is set to take place this Friday, August 7 at 9:00 a.m. This subcommittee, which is newly established by the Mayor of Santa Rosa and met for the first time on July 1, is tasked with review of public safety polic...

City of Santa Rosa Unveils Santa Rosa Community Empowerment Plan, Starting Point for Ongoing Change

SANTA ROSA – Today, the City of Santa Rosa unveiled a proactive plan to address Santa Rosa Police Department (SRPD) policies and practices through a strategic process guided with community input – the Santa Rosa Community Empo...

A Message from the Police Chief (3.30.20)

Santa Rosa Police Chief Rainer Navarro

SRPD employees have tested positive for the coronavirus

Chief Rainer Navarro provides an update about the Santa Rosa Police Department, including news that after testing a total of 107 employees: 92 employees tested ne...

New Real Estate Asset Map

To access the Real Estate Asset Map, click on the image below or on the 'Additional Info' link.The Help tab located on the top bar of the map provides a basic overview for how to search for City-owned properties.

Downtown Santa Rosa Aerial Video

Temporary Power Pole Removal Scheduled for Areas of Coffey Park

Update - 11/5/20

PG&E crews have completed the removal of temporary overhead poles in Phase 4 and 5, and a portion of Phase 3. In addition, PG&E has scheduled for this weekend (Nov. 7 - 8) the continued removal of temporary overhead poles in Phases...

Bell Ringing Ceremony

Tune in to the City's YouTube channel tomorrow (Friday, October 9) at 7:30 a.m. for a LIVE ceremonial bell ringing.

During the 5-minute ceremony, members of the Santa Rosa Fire Department Honor Guard will ring the ceremonial bell 24 times in honor of each ...

Industrial Lift Truck Use In City Right of Way

SUMMARY:With an increase in rebuilding activity, comes an increase in construction equipment operating within the public right of way. To help manage construction traffic and to ensure the safety of workers and community members who have repopulated their...

See Fall/Winter Activities and Register Beginning 8/5

Join Santa Rosa Recreation & Parks and find opportunities for fitness, social enrichment, learning, and more, always with COVID-safety in mind.

Learn to Grow Mushrooms for Good Health

Packed with nutrients, mushrooms are a rich, low calorie source of fiber, protein, and antioxidants, and the health benefits of eating them are plentiful! This summer, Santa Rosa Recreation & Parks has partnered with mushroom growing expert Wyatt Brys...

Swim Lesson Scholarships Available

Learning to swim is a life-saving critical skill for children and adults. Through the Recreation & Parks Scholarship Fund, the City is working to bring this skill to more Santa Rosans. Scholarships for qualifying families are available now to help wit...

Permits Resume for Activities and Events in City Parks

Santa Rosa Recreation & Parks has resumed accepting applications for park permits allowing for hosted events in City parks. Issuance of park permits has previously been paused since March 2020 due to the pandemic.

Most organized activities and events p...

‘School of Rec’ Program Concludes, 180 Families Served

The School of Rec Distance Learning Camp and Care program concluded Wednesday after having served 180 families during the pandemic, including many underserved families. Recreation & Parks staff ope...

See Summer Activities and Register

Join Santa Rosa Recreation & Parks for swim lessons, summer camps, fitness and sports activities, art classes, and much, much more!

National Park Trust #MyParkMyWhy

Join the National Park Trust's #MyParkMyWhy challenge and celebrate with us the parks and outdoor spaces that make our lives better! On social media, make your own short video at your favorite park, tell us why it’s important to you and...

Summer Adult Softball Returns!

Get your team together, dust off your bat and glove, and let’s play ball! Summer adult softball for men’s, women’s and coed teams is returning to our City sports fields this June. All the information, including COVID-19 safety protocols, is available onli...

City Exploring Options for Bennett Valley Golf Course Property in Advance of 2022 Operator Contract

Update 3.18.21

The Bennett Valley Golf Course (BVGC) Ad Hoc Committee met on Tuesday, March 9 to discuss how to proceed with evaluation of the course. The Committee unanimously agreed, that given significant public feedback and concerns as well as the need...

Leprechaun Treasure Hunt

Think you know our City parks well enough to be able to find the elusive leprechauns?! Here’s how it works…

Details

• Beginning Saturday, February 27th, visit any one of our City parks from the list below and hunt for leprechauns! Leprech...

Register Now for 20+ New Recreation Programs for Spring 2021

Santa Rosa Recreation & Parks announces 20-plus new recreation programs for spring, with lifeguard training and swimming lessons topping the list! These programs in drowning prevention are especially important to the health of our community and are pe...

A Standing Ovation For Parks Crew Supervisor Dean Hamlin

As we close out the tumultuous year of 2020, please join us in a standing ovation for Parks Crew Supervisor Dean Hamlin, who could always be counted on to bring order and calm to our parks and throughout our city. Dean, who literally knows Santa Rosa’s 70...

Colgan Creek Park Survey

Take the Colgan Creek Play Structure Design Survey!

The City of Santa Rosa Parks team is seeking community input on the preferred play structure design options for Colgan Creek Neighborhood Park. Survey is open until January 17, 2021. 

TAKE THE SUR...

City Completes Rebuild of Coffey Neighborhood Park and Reopens Park to Residents

A three-year, community-wide effort led by the City of Santa Rosa to rebuild Coffey Neighborhood Park culminated today with the reopening of the park to Coffey Park residents and release of a video that celebrates the park’s rebuilding journey. W...

Drought Drop By

The drought is here, and Santa Rosa Water is hosting a second Drought Drop By event to support your water-saving efforts. Santa Rosa residents can pick up FREE WaterSmart toolkits on Saturday, August 21 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

To meet public demand, t...

Santa Rosa Adopts Mandatory 20 Percent Reductions in Water Use

Effective Immediately: To protect the regions dwindling water supply, Santa Rosa adopts mandatory 20 percent reduction in water use and enacts water restrictions and prohibitions during 6/29/21 City Council meeting.

Santa Rosa City Council to Consider Mandatory Water-Use Restrictions for Residents and Businesses

Santa Rosa City Council will consider declaring a water shortage emergency and adopting Stage 3 of the City’s Water Shortage Contingency Plan at their Council meeting on June 29, 2021.

The potential Council action would follow the State Water Resources Con...

State Board orders Reduction of Minimum Instream Flows and Diversions from the Russian River

In response to worsening drought conditions in the Russia River Watershed, the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) issued an order that will reduce minimum instream flow requirements in the lower Russian River.

WaterSmart Portal

Santa Rosa Water’s brand NEW WaterSmart Portal is here to help you track and analyze your water use online. Sign up today!

Water Quality Report

Santa Rosa’s Water Quality Report is also known as a Consumer Confidence Report (CCR), which is a key part of the public’s right-to-know as established in the 1996 Amendments to the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA, section 1414(c)). Community water systems ...

Santa Rosa City Council Adopts 20% Voluntary Community-wide Reduction in Water Use

City Requesting All Santa Rosans Reduce Water Use to Achieve a 20 Percent Community-wide Savings

In response to historic drought conditions in the North Bay, Santa Rosa, the largest California city north of Santa Francisco, is asking Santa Rosans to act no...

The County of Sonoma Emergency Rental Assistance Program

The County of Sonoma Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) helps eligible households who have been financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The program provides payment assistance for renters or landlords who need help with rent and utilities. ...

Drought is here. Save water.

DROUGHT IS HERE. SAVE WATER.

Replace your lawn with a WaterSmart landscape. Apply for the Cash for Grass rebate today!

Santa Rosa Water has increased its Cash for Grass rebate. Now removing a square foot of grass will earn you $0.75 with a maximum rebate of...

Sonoma, Marin Water Utilities Seek 20 Percent Voluntary Water Use Reduction

SONOMA, MARIN WATER UTILITIES SEEK 20 PERCENT VOLUNTARY WATER USE REDUCTION

May 4, 2021 – For Immediate Release 

Contact: Drew McIntyre 

General Manager 

North Marin Water District  

(415) 897-4133 

(Santa ...

County of Sonoma Proclaims Drought Emergency

The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors today adopted a resolution proclaiming a local drought emergency and requesting the governor seek a Presidential Disaster Declaration.

Statement from the City of Santa Rosa

Enhanced Electrical Safety Procedures Following Tragic Accident

Santa Rosa City Council Adopts 20% Voluntary Community-wide Reduction in Water Use

City Requesting All Santa Rosans Reduce Water Use to Achieve a 20 Percent Community-wide Savings

In response to historic drought conditions in the North Bay, Santa Rosa, the largest California city north of Santa Francisco, is asking Santa Rosans to act no...

Sonoma Water Commits to 20 Percent Reduction in Russian River Diversions

The Sonoma County Water Agency (Sonoma Water) today (5/13) filed a Temporary Urgency Change Petition (TUCP) with the State Water Resources Control Board

Drought is here. Save water.

DROUGHT IS HERE. SAVE WATER.

Replace your lawn with a WaterSmart landscape. Apply for the Cash for Grass rebate today!

Santa Rosa Water has increased its Cash for Grass rebate. Now removing a square foot of grass will earn you $0.75 with a maximum rebate of...

Sonoma, Marin Water Utilities Seek 20 Percent Voluntary Water Use Reduction

SONOMA, MARIN WATER UTILITIES SEEK 20 PERCENT VOLUNTARY WATER USE REDUCTION

May 4, 2021 – For Immediate Release 

Contact: Drew McIntyre 

General Manager 

North Marin Water District  

(415) 897-4133 

(Santa Rosa, CA) ...

Governor Declares Drought Emergency for Region

Governor Newsom signs an emergency drought declaration for Sonoma and Mendocino counties, both part of the Russian River watershed.

County of Sonoma Proclaims Drought Emergency

The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors today adopted a resolution proclaiming a local drought emergency and requesting the governor seek a Presidential Disaster Declaration.

Santa Rosa Family Rescues a Juvenile Cooper’s Hawk

Folks have been through so much this year so when the Brazis family of Santa Rosa heard distressed cries coming from their yard, they immediately looked at each other and wondered,” What’s next?!? Rushing outside they found a juvenile ...

City Installs Traffic Signal Battery Backup Systems

The City of Santa Rosa is currently retrofitting 170 signalized intersections with Battery Backup Systems (BBS) to provide more than four hours of uninterrupted power to traffic signals during a power outage which will help better facilitate an evacuation...

Annual Slurry Seal 2021 July 26 through August 6

City of Santa Rosa’s 2021 Neighborhood Street Pavement Rehabilitation Schedule Now Published

The City of Santa Rosa will complete slurry seal application on select neighborhood streets to rehabilitate and maintain pavement surfaces betwe...

All Youth Ride CityBus Free Starting July 1

Santa Rosa CityBus will launch a new Unlimited Rides (UR Free), pilot program providing fare-free rides for Santa Rosa youth on any of CityBus’s regular fixed routes, seven days a week beginning July 1. CityBus’s program is available to ...

Local Transit Riders Can Use Clipper on Smartphones

Local Transit Riders Can Use Clipper on SmartphonesPassengers can ride 24 Bay Area Transit Systems with Clipper on Google Pay and Apple Pay

Santa Rosa CityBus, Petaluma Transit and Sonoma County Transit passengers can now use the Clipper mobile app, recent...

Summerfield Road Improvements Community Meeting, May 27

Striping Modifications for Enhanced Biking, Walking and Driving

The City of Santa Rosa is hosting an informative virtual community meeting on Thursday, May 27, to discuss planned striping modifications proposed to enhance the walking, biking and driving ex...

Chanate Road Westbound Traffic Detour to Begin May 17

Community Meeting on May 13 to Discuss Project Updates and Traffic Detour Planned for Chanate/Mendocino Area Sewer Replacement Project 

Effective May 17 and continuing into September 2021, westbound traffic will be detoured on Chanate Roa...

New Milling Machine to Repair City Streets

Enhanced productivity, improved efficiencies and cost savings are but a few of the benefits attributed to Transportation and Public Works new 30-foot long, 16,000-pound asphalt milling machine. The milling machine is an affordable alternative to addressin...

SMART Multi-Use Path Crossing Now Operational

The new signalized street connection provides an illuminated crossing at Hearn Avenue for bicyclists and pedestrians using the multi-use pathway along the SMART rail corridor.

Join Us in Celebrating Our Hard-Working Bus Operators!

Transit Driver Appreciation Day is an annual event to celebrate the essential service of public transit operators. Santa Rosa CityBus drivers are dedicated to what they do, and they deserve a heartfelt thank you!

Santa Rosa CityBus and Santa Rosa Paratrans...

City Claims Top Honors in 2021 Outstanding Local Streets and Roads Project Awards

Fulton Road Reconstruction and Flashing Yellow Left Turn Arrow Retrofit Projects Awarded

The City of Santa Rosa is proud to announce it has been recognized as the overall winner of the 2021 Outstanding Local Streets and Roads (LSR) Project Awards ...

Skyhawk Open Space Open to the Public

Final assessment of Skyhawk Open Space determined the area was safe to reopen and the fencing has been removed for public access. The Fawn Drive pathway remains closed while repairs are completed to the damaged pedestrian bridge.

New Dedicated Team Targets Debris Removal on Public Property

The City has established a new dedicated team to respond to complaints associated with debris left on public property, including along roadsides, trails and creeks as well as in parks and around public buildings. The Debris Response Team (DRT) will remove...

Stony Point Road Improvements Community Meeting #2

Stony Point Road Corridor Study Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvements Community Meeting #2

Wednesday, March 3, 2021 at 6:00 p.m.

JOIN ZOOM MEETING:https://srcity-org.zoom.us/w/99855170914Or call 888-475-4499Meeting ID: 998 5517 0914

Spanish Translation will be...

City Exploring Options for Bennett Valley Golf Course Property in Advance of 2022 Operator Contract

Community input has been robust following a Feb. 2 City Council Study Session on the future of the City-owned Bennett Valley Golf Course property. To clarify, the City’s review of the property is in the early stages, and among the options the City will co...

When Vaccination is Your Destination

Local Transit Agencies Offer Fare-Free Rides to Vaccination Appointments

Santa Rosa CityBus, in coordination with Sonoma County Transit (SCT) and Petaluma Transit (PT), are now offering systemwide fare-free transit and paratransit transportation for any pe...

New Protective Bollards for Courthouse Square

Update 3.18.2021

Construction is underway to install the new protective bollards within Courthouse Square at the intersections of 3^rd Street and Santa Rosa Avenue and 4^th Street and Mendocino Avenue. 

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The City of Santa Ros...

Sewer Replacement Projects

The City of Santa Rosa is working on two Sewer Replacement Projects in north east Santa Rosa, each performing similar small excavation work, however the projects are in very different phases of construction.

The North Trunk Sewer Replacement Project &n...

City Sandbag Filling Station Now Open for Rainy Season

The City’s sandbag filling station is open for residents throughout the rainy season. For City of Santa Rosa residents who need to control rain run-off on their property, sand and bags are available for free at the City Municipal Services Center North loc...

Colgan Creek Park Survey

Take the Colgan Creek Play Structure Design Survey!

The City of Santa Rosa Parks team is seeking community input on the preferred play structure design options for Colgan Creek Neighborhood Park. Survey is open until January 17, 2021. 

TAK...

Transit Fare Collections to Resume 2.1.21

Santa Rosa CityBus and Santa Rosa Paratransit will resume fare collections effective Monday, February 1, 2021. Ridership fares were temporarily suspended in March 2020 to ensure social distancing at the farebox in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. City t...

City Sandbag Filling Station Open

The City’s sandbag filling station is open for residents throughout the rainy season. 

For City of Santa Rosa residents who need to control rain run-off on their property, sand and bags are available for free at the City Municipal Services Center ...

For a Greener Holiday Season, Recycle, Reuse or Compost

Recology curbside tree collection service is available December 28^th through January 8^th. Residential customers may place Christmas trees on the curb the night before your regular collection day. Trees larger than 6-feet should be cut in half and flocked ...

Fulton Road Project Awarded for Innovation and Sustainability

The City of Santa Rosa’s Fulton Road Reconstruction project is the recipient of two awards for innovation and sustainability, 

• 2020 Best Projects Award of Merit by the Engineering News-Record - California region, and the 
• Infrast...

CityBus Joins Clipper START Program

Santa Rosa CityBus is one of six more Bay Area transit agencies to join the new Clipper START program which allows lower-income adults age 19-64 to receive fare discounts ranging from 20 percent to 50 percent on a growing number of transit systems around ...

Stony Point Road Bike and Ped Improvements Community Meeting

Stony Point Road Proposed Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvements Virtual Community MeetingNovember 18, 2020 at 6:00 p.m.

Join Zoom Meeting: https://srcity-org.zoom.us/j/98631969322 Or Call: 888-475-4499 Meeting ID: 986 3196 9322

Span...

Safe Social Distancing Program Set to Close by November 13

Update (11.10.20)

Following two rounds of COVID-19 testing and all tests coming back negative, closure of the Safe Social Distancing Program (SSDP) in the parking lot at Finley Community Center has resumed and those individuals still residing at the site w...

Major Sewer Rehabilitation Project Complete

The City of Santa Rosa has completed a major trunk sewer rehabilitation project along West 3^rd Street utilizing an advanced trenchless pipe lining process known as Cured-In-Place Pipe (CIPP) Lining. The project, known as the Llano Trunk – West 3...

Celebrate Safety with CityBus

Santa Rosa CityBus prioritizes safety year-round in our transit operations, and we pride ourselves on our excellent safety record; in fact, we celebrate it! Please join us in a round of applause as we celebrate our 28-safety award-winning CityBus operator...

City to Restore Homeless Shelter Bed Capacity to Pre COVID-19 Levels

UPDATE (8/27/20)

The City of Santa Rosa is moving forward with plans for an emergency shelter installation to restore bed capacity to pre COVID-19 levels at the Samuel L. Jones Hall Homeless Shelter (SJH). Installation of the emergency shelter building is ...

Downtown Public Restroom Installation

The City of Santa Rosa, under the direction of City Council, is installing a 24-hour single occupant all gender accessible public restroom along the City owned property frontage at 90 Santa Rosa Avenue. This will be the first 24-hour public restroom in th...

E Street Bike Lanes

The Pavement Preventative Maintenance (PPM) project 2020 consists of performing preventative maintenance on arterial City streets including crack sealing, localized asphalt repairs, pavement resurfacing and striping reconfiguration at select locations.

PPM...

Local Transit Agencies Resume Fare Collection

Local Transit Agencies Resume Fare Collection February 1, 2021

Santa Rosa CityBus, in coordination with Sonoma County Transit (SCT) and Petaluma Transit (PT), will resume fare collection on fixed-route and paratransit services effective Monday, February 1,...