News Index
RFP for Comprehensive Fee Study Consulting Services
The County of Sonoma Department of Health Services (Department) is pleased to invite you to respond to a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Comprehensive Fee Study Consulting Services. Fee studies will help to ensure the Department utilizes overhead rates that accurately account for the true cost of providing various services, and to assess appropriate fees and rates that will allow the Department to recover the actual costs incurred for fee-related services. Read full story
Board of Supervisors to hold annual budget workshops April 20-23
The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors will hold its annual budget workshops on April 20-23, giving residents an opportunity to learn about the preliminary spending plan for the 2026-27 fiscal year and provide input to the Board of Supervisors before it adopts a final budget in June. Read full story
Sonoma County launches Open Doors Mobile Services to bring essential programs directly to communities
Sonoma County today launched Open Doors Mobile Services, a new program that makes it easier for residents to access food, health care and family support by bringing services directly to their neighborhoods. Read full story
IOLERO Newsletter April 13, 2026
This month's newsletter features the IOLERO Director’s take on how we should, and should not, communicate with ICE. Read full story
Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Training conducted at Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County Airport
The Sonoma County Fire District is participating in specialized Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting training at the Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County Airport, strengthening regional preparedness and coordinated response capabilities for aviation emergencies. Read full story
RFP for Building Use for Peer Wellness Center Services
The County of Sonoma Department of Health Services (Department) is pleased to invite you to respond to a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Building Use for Peer Wellness Center Services. The County intends to award two revocable license agreements to a single operator for the use of these facilities to provide recovery-oriented, peer-led behavioral health services designed to promote hope, empowerment, community connection, and improved quality of life for adults experiencing serious behavioral health challenges. Read full story
Southwest Airlines begins service at Sonoma County airport, expanding regional air connectivity
Southwest Airlines began service at Charles M. Schulz – Sonoma County Airport (STS) on Tuesday, adding a third major U.S. carrier to the regional airport and expanding flight options for residents and businesses across the North Bay. Read full story
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
Sonoma County encourages secure online property tax payments
The Sonoma County Auditor‑Controller‑Treasurer‑Tax Collector’s Office is reminding taxpayers to use secure payment methods for their property taxes, as check‑fraud involving mailed payments continues to increase. The reminder comes in advance of the deadline for the second installment of secured property taxes, which must be paid by 5 p.m. on Friday, April 10. Read full story
IOLERO in the news
The Press Democrat and KQED - April 2026 Read full story
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