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Weekly roundup for July 25, 2025

Published: July 25, 2025

 Today’s digest provides helpful and important updates on the following: 

  1. Help shape Sonoma County’s 2025 Emergency Operations Plan
  2. General Plan Community Visioning results Aug. 12 
  3. Public input sought for proposed Lower Russian River Trail 
  4. One less spark means one less wildfire  
  5. Latest career opportunities with County of Sonoma 
  6. Other Sonoma County news of note 

          2025 EMERGENCY OPERATIONS PLAN COMMUNITY MEETINGS 

          Sonoma County is updating its Emergency Operations Plan, which guides preparation, response and recovery from disasters like wildfires and floods.  

          In-person and online community meetings are scheduled in August to share feedback and make sure the plan reflects the needs of all residents, especially those most impacted during emergencies. 

          In-person meetings, registration encouraged (6–7 p.m.):  

          Countywide virtual online meeting, registration encouraged (6–7 p.m.): 

          Learn more at: 
          https://sonomacounty.gov/sonoma-county-to-host-community-meetings-on-emergency-operations-plan  

          GENERAL PLAN COMMUNITY VISIONING RESULTS AVAILABLE AUG. 12 

          Thanks to partnership among County departments and community organizations, nearly 4,000 community voices were heard during nearly 50 engagement activities and helped shape a shared vision for the Sonoma County General Plan Update.  

          Join the Board of Supervisors meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 12, to learn more about the next steps. More information is available here: 

          PROPOSED LOWER RUSSIAN RIVER TRAIL SURVEY AVAILABLE 

          Sonoma County Regional Parks is applying for grant funding to build a key segment of the trail along River Road from Mirabel Road to Scenic Drive. 

          Public input is vital. Once built, the trail will offer a safe path for people walking and biking along River Road. 

          ONE LESS SPARK MEANS ONE LESS WILDFIRE 

          A message from Cal Fire: It's that time of year and we need your help to keep our communities safe. Nearly 95% of wildfires are caused by human activities like equipment use, campfires, vehicles and debris. Let's all do our part to prevent wildfires:  

          • Mow your lawn BEFORE 10 a.m. – keep a fire extinguisher or hose nearby and NEVER mow if it’s windy or excessively dry. 
          • Avoid using power tools that create sparks near dry vegetation. 
          • Fully extinguish campfires – drown, stir, feel. 
          • Keep grills away from dry vegetation. 
          • Maintain vehicles to prevent sparks – secure all chains and remove dragging parts. 
          • Follow local burn regulations and bans – plan, verify, apply. 
          • Clear dry leaves and debris from your yard. 

          Learn more: https://www.fire.ca.gov/what-we-do/wildfire-prevention 
          Get additional preparedness tips: https://socoemergency.org/get-ready/  

          LATEST CAREER OPPORTUNITIES WITH COUNTY OF SONOMA 

          Join the County of Sonoma team and make a difference in our community. Featured openings this week:  

          Explore more opportunities on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/sococareers  

          Or visit our job portal: https://bit.ly/3Js0XOg  

          Questions? Call us at (707) 565-2331. 

          OTHER SONOMA COUNTY NEWS OF NOTE 

          Local Health Officers urge Bay Area families to prioritize immunizations in back-to-school preparations 
          https://sonomacounty.gov/local-health-officers-urge-bay-area-families-to-prioritize-immunizations-in-back-to-school-preparations 

          Permit Sonoma to release draft Community Vision and Guiding Principles for General Plan update 
          https://permitsonoma.org/permitsonomatoreleasedraftcommunityvisionandguidingprinciplesforgeneralplanupdate 

          Board of Supervisors approves funding for mobile crisis teams through Measure O 
          https://sonomacounty.gov/board-of-supervisors-approves-funding-for-mobile-crisis-teams-through-measure-o