On August 18, the City Council will consider a contract award for an emergency shelter installation to restore bed capacity to pre COVID-19 levels at Samuel L. Jones Hall Homeless Shelter Read on...

City Council approves an urgency ordinance authorizing administrative enforcement of the public health Orders in Santa Rosa. Read on...

Read about ongoing efforts to address homelessness at Fremont Park and across the City. Read on...

Santa Rosa Recreation & Parks offers the School of Rec – Distance Learning Camp & Care —a full day, distance-learning and recreation program hosted at City community centers and parks. Sign up soon, fall session begins August 24. Read on...

See some of the ways to more safely enjoy this summer and fall in Santa Rosa during COVID-19. Read on...

Even though most City of Santa Rosa facilities may be closed to the public, City staff are working around the clock to maintain essential City services. Read on...

The City of Santa Rosa’s urgency ordinance expands emergency paid sick leave available through the federal Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA). Read on...

Make a donation to the Neighbors Helping Neighbors Food & Fund Drive now through July 22 at SRCity.org/FoodDrive Read on...

The City of Santa Rosa has been identified as a recipient of Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program funds for affordable housing. The program's Plan outlines the intended uses for these funds. Public comment is being accepted through August 25, 2020. Read on...

Services Remain Available Online, By Phone, or By Appointment Read on...

New state restrictions in place for indoor business operations and activities in Sonoma County due to rising coronavirus cases Read on...

Effective tomorrow (7/13), new restrictions will be in place for some businesses due to rising Sonoma County coronavirus cases. Read on...

Read about efforts to address encampments at Corporate Center Parkway area on July 9, 2020 and next steps as the City continues to address homelessness during COVID-19. Read on...

The City of Santa Rosa is once again teaming up with the Redwood Empire Food Bank to host another food donation drive—online and in-person! Read on...

City to activate its Homeless Encampment Assistance Program to address encampments creating health and safety hazards in the Corporate Center Parkway area Read on...

InsideOutThere.com brings together local merchants, makers and artists. Read on...

New free and reduced-price parking options available Read on...

The City is now allowing restaurants to use sidewalks and streets to expand outdoor dining. Read on...

Questions about recent Nixle alerts? Here's what you need to know. Read on...

New Health Order adopts and incorporates State Orders and Guidance, as well as requires compliance with County specific individual and business mitigation measures. Read on...

Learn how the City is working to protect individuals experiencing homelessness and the whole community from greater spread of COVID-19, and about longer-term plans to address homelessness in Santa Rosa. Read on...

See what recreational opportunities and activities are becoming available for our community! Read on...

Follow this page for updates for traffic or other incidents. (Last update: June 6, 2020 at 18:16) Read on...

Follow this page for updates for traffic or other incidents. (Last update: June 6, 2020 at 17:44) Read on...

Police Chief Rainer Navarro provides an update on some of the actions he has taken in an effort to move forward with collaborating and engaging with the community. Read on...

New Health Order issued allowing more business operations and activities in the County, including the City of Santa Rosa. Read on...

Previously reported technical issues with Nixle have been resolved Read on...

Santa Rosa Mayor Tom Schwedhelm addresses the challenges faced by our community and commitments he is making to help bring change. Read on...

Sign up now for summer camp experiences for children 7-10. Limited space is available for these fun programs that follow CDC and Sonoma County health precautions. Sessions begin June 15! Read on...

A message from Police Chief Navarro Read on...

To support our downtown businesses, the City is creating temporary short term parking spaces for fast and easy curbside pickup for customers. Read on...

Parks Order amended allowing Sonoma County residents, including Santa Rosans, to now access Sonoma Coast parks and trails for lower-risk recreation and exercise activities. Read on...

From the Santa Rosa Police Department Read on...

Due to service outages and message delays with Nixle, residents are being advised to follow this page for traffic and incident updates. Read on...

Update from Police Chief Navarro regarding the citywide curfew, enforcement, and yesterday's protest. Read on...

From the Santa Rosa Police Department Read on...

Santa Rosa Mayor Tom Schwedhelm addresses the community on the significance of this evening's march and protest. Read on...

City Manager Declares Local Emergency Following Incidents of Violence and Vandalism Read on...

Santa Rosa Mayor Tom Schwedhelm on the May 30 protests and destruction amidst the public health emergency, and a thank you to community members. Read on...

Santa Rosa Police Chief Ray Navarro's message following May 30 peaceful protests during the day and damage done within the City during the night. Read on...

SRPD calls for a peaceful protest in the downtown area, as well as asks local businesses, residents and protestors to plan accordingly, or stay home. Read on...

The program plans to allot over $600,000 for up to 50 tenants who have been financially impacted by the COVID-19 health emergency and who meet all eligibility criteria. The enrollment period is expected to run from June 1 to June 7, 2020. Read on...

While you may not be crossing the stage this year, we all applaud this accomplishment and wish you every success in the future. Read on...

A Message from Chief Rainer Navarro Read on...

Effective June 1, CityBus will begin operating a new schedule with additional trips as part of its ongoing response to COVID-19. Read on...

Outdoor dining, additional retail, and some business services allowed to reopen with social distancing protocols in place. Read on...

The City of Santa Rosa is taking steps to protect individuals experiencing homelessness and our community as-a-whole from further spread of COVID-19. Read on...

Starting Monday, May 18, California Human Development will begin connecting undocumented individuals in Sonoma County to disaster relief assistance. Read on...

From concept to project completion, online permit application services for all land-use planning and construction activities is now offered. Read on...

More than 460 residents tuned in on May 14th to learn more about the Finley Parking Lot Safe Social Distancing Site, and the meeting replay is now online Read on...

Good news for lovers of recreation and parks! Santa Rosa residents may now enjoy certain park amenities either solo or with other household members at some City parks close to their homes. Read on...

The Sonoma County Public Health Officer has amended the Shelter-in-Place Order to allow additional businesses to operate with health safety modifications, effective May 15, 2020. Read on...

Revised Parks Closure Order eases some restrictions on parks usage; City working to implement opening more local park amenities in next 24-48 hours Read on...

City staff to answer community questions during Zoom meeting planned for 5/14 at 6 p.m. Read on...

During this public health crisis, support local restaurants! Read on...

The Sonoma County Health Officer amended the Public Shelter-in-Place Health Order to reopen retail stores for curbside pickup and delivery, effective May 8, 2020. Read on...

City-owned parking lot at Finley Community Center to temporarily provide social distancing space for unsheltered individuals amid COVID-19 emergency. Read on...

There are now three ways for Sonoma County residents to be tested for COVID-19. Read on...

Mayor Tom Schwedhelm discusses Sonoma County Health Officers's modified Shelter-in-Place Order and the modified parks closure Order. Read on...

The City has created a checklist to help guide essential businesses preparing to reopen following the release of the modified Shelter in Place Order loosening restrictions for a few industry areas Read on...

Update from City regarding ballot casting for PG&E reorganization plan, finalized allocation agreement Read on...

The Santa Rosa Fire Department announces the expansion of their services to include a new Pandemic Response Unit. Read on...

City Council member Chris Rogers shares how to participate in City Council meetings during Shelter in Place. Read on...

Santa Rosa Fire Chief Tony Gossner provides an update on the Santa Rosa Fire Department's response to COVID-19. Read on...

CityBus will operate on a Sunday schedule seven days a week starting Monday, April 13 for essential travel only. Read on...

The Santa Rosa Police Department reminds the community to follow the Sonoma County Health Officer's Order to shelter in place to protect vulnerable populations and essential, front-line workers. Read on...

The Sonoma County Health Officer now recommends that everyone who leaves home for an essential activity wear a face covering to the extent possible. Watch as the Surgeon General demonstrates how to make a face covering with a t-shirt and two rubber bands. Read on...

Santa Rosa Police Chief Rainer Navarro discusses two additional COVID-19 positive test results for employees of the Santa Rosa Police Department. Read on...

Today, Santa Rosa Police Chief Rainer Navarro announced two more police officers tested positive for COVID-19 after reporting the first three positive cases on Tuesday, March 24. Read on...

To prevent the spread of the coronavirus, the City of Santa Rosa has temporarily limited its operations to provide only essential services, including permitting and inspections Read on...

“How can I stay active if the parks are closed?” Read on...

The City is closely following interim guidance provided by the CDC as it works to protect this vulnerable population and the community at large from the coronavirus disease Read on...

Mayor Tom Schwedhelm shares information on the State-Wide Order to Shelter in Place now in effect for California until further notice. Read on...

Issued by Governor Newsom, the order establishes consistency across jurisdictions and defines essential services in the state. Read on...

Sonoma County Public Health Officer directs all individuals living in the County to shelter at their place of residence. Read on...

Receive the latest COVID-19 News Alerts when you subscribe to our City Connections Newsletter. #PreventTheSpread Read on...

The latest updates from the Sonoma County Department of Health Services Read on...

County of Sonoma Board of Supervisors approved plans to address encampment on Trail Read on...

Area Median Income eligibility limit raised to up 120% Read on...

Seeking input on proposal to expand Community Homeless Assistance Program Read on...