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Good morning to you Sonoma! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How will Sonoma's new city manager shape the town's future?
  • See what's included in Sonoma's new 9/11 memorial
  • How will Sonoma's new meeting rules change your chance to speak?

Also on today's calendar: Myth & Archetype as seen through Poetry & Astrology and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why are crows so alert and curious? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Sunshine, with a high of 83 and low of 46 degrees.
  • Monday: Sunshine, temps: high: 90, low: 49. 🌶 Hot!
  • Tuesday: Areas of low clouds, then sun, with a high of 85 and low of 50 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• 'Building on success': City Manager Cristine Alilovich's vision for Sonoma (sonomanews.com) — Sonoma's new permanent city manager, Cristine Alilovich, is outlining how she'll protect the town's small‑city character while tackling tight finances, housing needs, and long‑range planning. She plans to spend her first 100 days listening, strengthening community relationships, and preparing for key budget, parks, and housing decisions that will shape Sonoma's next 20 years.
   

• 9/11 Ceremony Dedicates New Memorial at Sonoma Fire Station (sonomasun.com) — A new 9/11 memorial is now open outside Sonoma Valley Fire District's Station 1 on Second Street West, giving residents a permanent place to reflect and pay respects. Fully funded by the Sonoma Volunteer Firefighter's Association and approved by the City Council, the installation features a World Trade Center steel beam, commemorative bell, lighting, and interpretive plaque, and is accessible around the clock.
   

• City Council to Consider Adopting New Remote Public Access Policies for Meetings (sonomasun.com) — Sonoma residents should know the City Council will consider a new accessibility and remote-participation policy for public meetings on Sept. 16, clarifying how to request ADA accommodations and when Zoom access is offered. Although Sonoma is exempt from new SB 707 rules, the proposal would formalize support for disabled attendees and adjust how remote commenters are handled during general public comment.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Sonoma Valley Woman of the Year: PD TODAY -- Cindy Lindh --There is a strong movement across the North Bay to bring back native plants that will support our native pollinators, including those threatened species like the monarch butterfly.
    The brilliance in this effort is that it increases the health of the entire ecosystem and the land becomes more fertile as native insects, other… (Nextdoor Norrbom)
  • Huge thanks to Franco and his helper from Salinas Tree Service.
    They were professional, on time, and incredibly respectful of my property. Franco kept great communication throughout the morning, and the work was… (Nextdoor South Boyes Springs)
  • Sage Hospitality Group, LLC posted a job opening for Server- Benicia's Kitchen in Sonoma. Apply here.
  • Taco Bell posted a job opening for Taco Bell Team Member-Food Champion in Rohnert Park. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Sonoma here.

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Ok Sonoma! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: They start each day with a cup of caw-fee. (Thank you Curt K. for sending it in!)
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