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June 03, 2026 | Human Resources Department

Job Opportunities

View our list of current and upcoming job opportunities, including Children's Residential Care Counselor I, Deputy Agricultural Commissioner, IT Contracts and Procurement Analyst, and much more! 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


May 19, 2026 | Community Development Commission

Notice of Availability for Public Review and Public Hearing Notice - FY2026-27 Annual Action Plan

A draft of the Sonoma County 2026-2027 One Year Action Plan has been prepared and is available for review and public comment from May 18, 2026, through June 17, 2026. Comments may be submitted by email to Valerie.Johnson@sonomacounty.gov, or in writing to the Sonoma County Community Development Commission. If you would like to submit a comment by mail, please use the following contact information - ATTN: Valerie Johnson, 141 Stony Circle, Suite 210, Santa Rosa, CA 95401.  Read full story


May 18, 2026 | Permit Sonoma

National Alert: Permit Fee Phishing Scam Continues

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. Read full story


May 15, 2026 | Department of Health Services

Notice of Intent to Award Veterinarian 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 Dr. Catherine McKenzie. Read full story


May 13, 2026 | Department of Health Services

Notice of Intent to Award: Suicide Prevention Training Plan and Program 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 Hanna Center. Read full story