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June 17, 2026 | Department of Agriculture, Weights & Measures

VESCO Ordinance: Replant Pathway Amendments

The Sonoma County Department of Agriculture/Weights & Measures was directed by the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors to popose adjustments to the VESCO ordinance. Read full story



June 12, 2026 | Permit Sonoma

Online Septic Design & Construction Applications Now Available!

Permit Sonoma has developed an online well construction permit application, available through Permits Online. The updated permit is similar to the old format application that well drillers are familiar with; however, some new questions have been added. Well construction permit applications must be submitted online and will no longer be accepted by email, effective immediately. Read full story


June 10, 2026 | Human Resources Department

Job Opportunities

View our list of current and upcoming job opportunities, including Bilingual Public Health Nurse II - (English/Spanish), Sheriff's Office Payroll Clerk, Water Agency Operations Engineer II & III, and much more! Read full story


June 10, 2026 | Independent Office of Law Enforcement Review and Outreach

IOLERO Newsletter June 10, 2026

Today’s IOLERO Newsletter highlights the last June 10 CAC Meeting, an invitation to watch/attend the Budget Hearing at the Board of Supervisors taking place the month of June, as well as community events where IOLERO will be hosting an informational booth. Read full story


June 02, 2026 | Community Development Commission

Now Available: 2026 Income and Rent Limits

New income and rent limits are now available on the Commission's website - these limits are effective as of June 1, 2026. Read full story


May 29, 2026 | Department of Health Services

Notice of Intent to Award: Building Use for Peer Wellness Center Services RFP

The evaluation panel carefully reviewed and analyzed the proposals received in response to the above referenced solicitation. Based upon that review and analysis, we are recommending to the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors that the contract be awarded to West County Community Services. Read full story


May 26, 2026 | Office of the District Attorney

FTC Warns About Party Invitation Scams

The FBI is warning the public about a nationwide phishing scam in which criminals impersonate city and county planning or zoning officials to request fraudulent payments for permit fees. Scammers are using publicly available permit information, such as real permit applications or property information, to send emails with detailed permit information and attach invoices requesting payment via wire transfer, peer-to-peer payment services such as Venmo, Zelle, or PayPal, or cryptocurrency. The emails claim that immediate payment is required to avoid delays, penalties, or permit suspension. Read full story


May 26, 2026 | Office of the District Attorney

Permit Fees Scam

The FBI is warning the public about a nationwide phishing scam in which criminals impersonate city and county planning or zoning officials to request fraudulent payments for permit fees. Scammers are using publicly available permit information, such as real permit applications or property information, to send emails with detailed permit information and attach invoices requesting payment via wire transfer, peer-to-peer payment services such as Venmo, Zelle, or PayPal, or cryptocurrency. The emails claim that immediate payment is required to avoid delays, penalties, or permit suspension. Read full story


May 22, 2026 | Independent Office of Law Enforcement Review and Outreach

IOLERO Newsletter May 20, 2026

Four years. One mission: strengthening transparency and accountability in Sonoma County. As he concludes his tenure as IOLERO Director, John Alden shares his reflections on the progress made, the challenges that remain, and the future of community oversight. Read full story