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Public invited to share input as Board of Supervisors sets 2025 agenda during January 10 meeting in Sebastopol
The public is invited to offer input on Friday, January 10, when the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors will hold a special board meeting. The meeting will include a discussion of “2025 Calendar Items of Significant Interest,” and will be held at the Sebastopol Center for the Arts beginning at 9 a.m. Read full story
Probation Staff Participated in Shop with a Cop with R-Hoops
On Saturday, December 14, 2024, we had the privilege of participating in R-Hoops 3rd Annual “Shop with a Cop” event at Dick’s Sporting Goods in Santa Rosa. Ten kids from the Sonoma County Deputy Sheriffs’ Association Basketball program attended the event. Each athlete was paired with an officer. Patrol Deputies, Correctional Deputies, and Community Service Officers from the Sheriff’s Office attended, and we were fortunate to send Deputy Probation Officer, Heidi Olvera, from our Adult Division to represent the Probation Department. Read full story
District 3 Monthly Newsletter January 2025
Read our monthly newsletter for the latest on the Sonoma Veterans Memorial Hall improvements, the Community Vision Phase of the Sonoma County General Plan, a new study on septic systems and more! Our newsletter also includes a community bulletin and details on upcoming local events. Read full story
Weekly roundup for December 27, 2024
Today’s digest provides helpful and important updates on the following: 1) Beware of dangerous waves on Sonoma Coast; 2) Paved trails offer fun, safe way to enjoy parks during wet weather; 3) Enter contest to name the 2025 Sonoma County Fair; 4) Sonoma County Homeless Coalition accepting applications for funding; and 5) Other Sonoma County news of note. Read full story
RFP for Therapeutic Foster Care Services
The County of Sonoma is pleased to invite interested parties to respond to a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Therapeutic Foster Care services. The Department is seeking proposals from licensed Foster Family Agencies (FFAs) to provide, facilitate, and oversee Therapeutic Foster Care (TFC) services. TFC is a short-term, intensive, highly coordinated, trauma- informed, and individualized intervention for children or youth with complex emotional and behavioral needs. Read full story
The Press Democrat reports "How a sexting case involving a deputy led the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office to revamp its internal investigation system"
"Deputy Jordan Puleo found out he was under investigation and deleted some of the texts from his county issued phone, leading to procedural changes that have been lauded by the county’s law enforcement watchdog." Read full story
Sonoma County Homeless Coalition 2025-2026 Local Homelessness Services Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA)
On behalf of the Sonoma County Homeless Coalition, we are pleased to release the 2025-2026 Local Homelessness Services NOFA. Please note that funding amounts are not yet know but approximately $5.5 million is expected to be available in this NOFA. The full timeline is included in the NOFA, along with the application materials. Read full story
Weekly roundup for December 20, 2024
Today’s digest provides helpful and important updates on the following: 1) Get ready: more atmospheric rivers headed toward Sonoma County; 2) Help shape Sonoma County’s transportation future; 3) IOLERO partners with SSU to research public’s perceptions about community-oriented policing; and 4) Other Sonoma County news of note. Read full story
Development underway for permanent supportive housing project at George’s Hideaway
Demolition has begun at George’s Hideaway, the former tavern and restaurant in west Sonoma County, making way for permanent supportive housing. The project at George’s Hideaway, located along Highway 116 in Guerneville, involves the creation of 21 units of permanent supportive housing and a navigation center. Read full story
IOLERO Newsletter December 16, 2024
IOLERO has partnered with Sonoma State University on a Community Policing project to better understand the perspectives of Sonoma County residents and the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office regarding community-oriented policing practices. We're excited to announce the launch of the Community Oriented Policing survey! We need your help to maximize participation. Read full story
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