Press Releases
Sonoma County Board of Supervisors approves ordinance to safeguard civil rights of immigrants
The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors today moved forward with an ordinance that prohibits County employees from cooperating with federal immigration enforcement operations, bans immigration authorities from using County property for enforcement actions, and affirms that the County does not collect or share immigration status unless required by law. The Board also approved $1.5 million to support immigrant community resource needs. Read full story
Board of Supervisors honors work of Sonoma County Civil Grand Jury
The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors today recognized the work of volunteers who serve on civil grand juries, the independent watchdog that investigates local government to promote efficiency and integrity in public service. Read full story
Joint statement from Bay Area County Supervisors reaffirming support for our immigrant communities in advance of Super Bowl LX
Sonoma County Supervisors Rebecca Hermosillo and Lynda Hopkins, co-chairs of the Support for Immigrant Communities Ad Hoc, have signed on to the following regional statement Read full story
Public invited to share input as Board of Supervisors sets 2026 agenda during meeting in Sonoma Valley
The public is invited to offer input on the County’s top priorities on Tuesday, Feb. 3, when the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors will hold its meeting in Sonoma Valley. The meeting will include the Board’s annual priority setting session in which supervisors identify the goals they wish to accomplish for the coming year. It will be held at the Sonoma Veterans Memorial Building beginning at 10 a.m. Read full story
Hermosillo elected chair of Sonoma County Board of Supervisors; Coursey named vice chair
Supervisor Rebecca Hermosillo today was elected 2026 chair of the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors, becoming the first Latina to lead the five-member body in the County of Sonoma’s 176-year history. Supervisor Chris Coursey was named vice chair, and Supervisor David Rabbitt was named chair pro-tem. Read full story
County of Sonoma enters negotiations with United Soccer League to evaluate Fairgrounds for stadium development
The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors today approved a Letter of Intent with the United Soccer League, launching a nine-month process to evaluate the Sonoma County Fairgrounds, and other County-owned properties in Santa Rosa, for a potential new multi-purpose stadium and mixed-use entertainment district. Read full story
Board of Supervisors allocates up to $1 million to Redwood Empire Food Bank amid CalFresh disruption
The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors today approved up to $1 million in emergency support to help Redwood Empire Food Bank feed people affected by the disruption of CalFresh benefits during the federal government shutdown. Read full story
Board of Supervisors directs staff to advance discussions with City of Santa Rosa, Sonoma County Fair Board and United Soccer League
The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors today directed County staff to begin formal discussions with the City of Santa Rosa, the Sonoma County Fair Board and the United Soccer League to evaluate the Sonoma County Fairgrounds as a potential site for a new multi-purpose professional soccer stadium and mixed-use entertainment district. Read full story
Board of Supervisors, Fair Board to hold special Oct. 17 joint meeting to discuss United Soccer League proposal
The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors and the Sonoma County Fair and Exposition Board of Directors will hold a special joint meeting on Oct. 17 to discuss an expansion proposal from United Soccer League. The USL has expressed interest in expanding into Santa Rosa due to its growing population, strong local economy and high youth soccer participation rates. The Sonoma County Fairgrounds is being considered as a possible site for a multi-purpose stadium and commercial complex. Read full story
Board of Supervisors to hold special October 14 meeting on budget impacts
The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors will hold a special evening meeting on Oct. 14 to inform the community about how recent federal actions may impact the County budget and services. In the meeting, County officials and partner agencies will review the anticipated local impacts from executive orders, changes to grant requirements, and the budgetary and policy bill H.R. 1. This meeting is designed to enhance the community’s awareness and assist in preparing for the changes. Read full story
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