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July 25, 2023 | Office of the District Attorney

2022 October 15 – Nathan Smart

On Saturday, October 15, 2022, at approximately 18:45, Sonoma County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to a residence in Boyes Hot Springs regarding a report of a family disturbance. The reporting party, Jane Doe #1, reported her son, Nathan Smart had been drinking, was under the influence of drugs and had threatened to kill her. Ms. Doe #1 also stated she believed Nathan Smart had been in possession of ghost guns in his bedroom and had made guns in his bedroom. Read full story


July 21, 2023 | County Administrator's Office

Weekly Roundup for July 21, 2023

Today’s digest provides helpful and important updates on the following: 1) Join us at the 2nd annual North Bay Zero Waste Week; 2) Simple steps to avoid email and telephone scams; 3) Learn how to get hired at the county; and 4) Other Sonoma County news. Read full story


July 20, 2023 | Board of Supervisors Department

District 1 July 2023 Newsletter

The Board of Supervisors concluded budget hearings on June 16th, 2023, approving a $2.3 billion budget for the 2023/2024 Fiscal Year. I am incredibly grateful for the hard work of our budget staff in the County Administrator’s office, and our CAO Christina Rivera, for guiding us through the process. Read full story


July 18, 2023 | Department of Health Services

Notice of Intent to Award - RFP for Behavioral Health Services for Youth

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 contracts be awarded to Seneca Family of Agencies, LifeWorks of Sonoma County, andIndividuals Now, Inc., dba Social Advocates for Youth (SAY). Read full story


July 17, 2023 | Office of the District Attorney

Avoiding Scammers

Zero Waste Sonoma is holding a recycling event to accept used residential solar panels which can be challenging to recycle or dispose of. The event will be held on June 16, 2023 at the Luther Burbank Center between 9-5. APPOINTMENTS ARE REQUIRED. Read full story


July 17, 2023 | Community Development Commission

Request for Qualifications: Travel Trailer Donation is Now Available!

The Sonoma County Community Development Commission (Commission) is soliciting qualifications and conceptual proposals from qualified entities including non-profit organizations and local government (Applicants) for the long-term ownership and management of up to thirty-one travel trailers. Read full story


July 17, 2023 | Department of Health Services

Public Notice: Solid Waste Management Program Local Enforcement Agency (LEA)

The Sonoma County Environmental Health Section, Solid Waste Management Program, acting as the Local Enforcement Agency (LEA) is certified by the Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) to enforce state laws and regulations at solid waste sites within its jurisdiction. The Global Material Recovery Facility operates under a Solid Waste Facility Permit issued by the LEA. The operator has filed an application for a Solid Waste Facility Permit Modification with the LEA. Read full story


July 14, 2023 | County Administrator's Office

Weekly Roundup for July 14, 2023

Today’s digest provides helpful and important updates on the following: 1) New county report examines impact, future of local tech industry; 2) Share your vision for Carrington Coast Ranch Regional Park and Open Space Preserve; 3) Probation staff cheers on Special Olympians; and 4) Other Sonoma County news. Read full story



July 11, 2023 | Probation Department

Sonoma County Probation Supports Special Olympics!

Probation staff recently attended the Special Olympics Unified Track and Field Meet at Windsor High School where they supported and cheered on the student athletes during their events. The celebrations continued after the meet when athletes went through a tunnel of local law enforcement personnel for congratulations and high fives! There were approximately 200 student athletes in attendance. Read full story