Follow us! Sรญguenos!
Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Newsletter
Employment Opportunities
Oportunidades de empleo
Employment opportunities! We are hiring! The City of Santa Rosa is currently hiring for multiple positions across many departments! Come join us and make a difference in a culturally diverse, family-focused city in the heart of Sonoma County. For jobs below with the City of Santa Rosa, complete details, minimum qualifications, benefits, to apply online and see other current job opportunities click here.
Environmental Compliance Inspector I - Perform a variety of technical duties involved in the collection and preservation of industrial and commercial wastewater samples: $74,414.00 - $90,473.00 Annually. Apply by 8/22/25
Supervising Planner - Required to perform difficult and complex work involving the application of professional planning principles and theory to various municipal planning and zoning issue: $124,192.00 - $159,048.00 Annually. Apply by 8/31/2025
County of Sonoma, join our team! Complete details, minimum qualifications, benefits. Apply here or phone HR at 707-565-2331.
Probation Juvenile Correctional Counselor I - Salary is negotiable within the established range: Part-Time $30.42 - $36.98/Hr and a competitive total compensation package! Apply Now.
Animal Health Technician - Salary is negotiable within the established range: Part-Time $30.42 - $36.98/Hr and a competitive total compensation package! Apply Now.
Are you passionate about the library and looking for the next step in your career? We have amazing opportunities at Sonoma County Library! Sonoma County Library is committed to diversity and inclusion in the recruiting and hiring of staff. For more information on careers with Sonoma County Library, please visit our Careers page.

GRATON RESORT & CASINO JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY!
Start your winning career. Great careers with incredible benefits.
Excellent Starting Salary
No-Cost Team Member Benefits
401(k) Matching Contributions
Tuition Reimbursement
Resident Citizenship Program
Up to $4,000 Annual Customer Service Bonus
And Much More!
Several positions are available.
US 101 TO EXIT 484 288 Golf Course Dr. West | Rohnert Park, CA | 707.588.7100
Events and announcements
Anuncios y eventos
Pickett Fire Burns 2,100 Acres and Triggers Evacuations in Calistoga
A fast-moving wildfire erupted Thursday near Calistoga, Northern California, prompting evacuation orders in parts of Napa County. By early Friday, the Pickett Fire had spread to more than 2,100 acres with zero percent containment, according to Cal Fire Battalion Chief Bob Todeschini. No structures were damaged and no injuries were reported. Over 350 personnel, 53 engines, three helicopters, eight bulldozers and other equipment were deployed overnight. Additional evacuation orders were issued Friday morning as the fire moved southeast, away from Calistogaโs city limits. Hot, dry and windy conditions continue to elevate fire danger across the West.
Incendio Pickett quema 2,100 acres y obliga evacuaciones en Calistoga
Un incendio forestal de rรกpida propagaciรณn estallรณ el jueves cerca de Calistoga, en el norte de California, provocando รณrdenes de evacuaciรณn en partes del condado de Napa. Para la madrugada del viernes, el incendio Pickett habรญa consumido mรกs de 2,100 acres sin estar contenido, segรบn Cal Fire. No se reportaron daรฑos a estructuras ni heridos. Mรกs de 350 personas, 53 camiones, tres helicรณpteros y ocho bulldozers fueron desplegados. El viernes por la maรฑana se emitieron mรกs รณrdenes de evacuaciรณn mientras el fuego avanzaba al sureste, lejos de los lรญmites de Calistoga. Condiciones de calor, sequedad y viento elevan el riesgo en la regiรณn.
Homelessness Declines Across California
California homelessness is showing its first major decline in years, with 13 of 15 counties reporting reductions between 2024 and 2025. Kings County saw the steepest drop at 27%, followed by Contra Costa (โ25.5%), Sonoma (โ22.6%) and Santa Cruz (โ20.4%). Sonomaโs unsheltered population fell nearly 30%, aided by 400 new housing units and vouchers. Overall, the 15 counties averaged an 11% decrease. Advocates warn progress may be threatened by looming federal cuts and shrinking local budgets. Despite improvements, demand remains high, with Santa Rosaโs main shelter reporting 120 families on its waiting list.
La falta de vivienda disminuye en California
La falta de vivienda en California muestra su primer descenso importante en aรฑos: 13 de 15 condados reportaron reducciones entre 2024 y 2025. Kings registrรณ la mayor caรญda con 27%, seguido de Contra Costa (โ25.5%), Sonoma (โ22.6%) y Santa Cruz (โ20.4%). En Sonoma, la poblaciรณn sin refugio bajรณ casi 30%, gracias a 400 nuevas unidades y vales de vivienda. En promedio, los 15 condados redujeron 11%. Sin embargo, defensores advierten que los avances corren riesgo por recortes federales y presupuestos locales mรกs limitados. La demanda sigue alta: el principal refugio de Santa Rosa tiene 120 familias en lista de espera.
Want to Deepen Your Understanding of Our Government?
The League of Women Voters of Sonoma County's STAND UP FOR DEMOCRACY program is here to help! Explore the Constitution ๐ and learn how government is supposed to run at the federal, state, and local levels. More info: https://lwvsonoma.org/civicsmenu.
ยฟQuieres profundizar tu conocimiento sobre nuestro gobierno?
El programa STAND UP FOR DEMOCRACY de la Liga de Mujeres Votantes del Condado de Sonoma estรก aquรญ para ayudarte. Explora la Constituciรณn ๐ y aprende cรณmo se supone que debe funcionar el gobierno a nivel federal, estatal y local. Mรกs informaciรณn: https://lwvsonoma.org/civicsmenu.ย
Housing Discrimination Based on Familial Status Is Illegal
If a landlord refuses to rent to you, charges higher deposits, limits access to facilities, or restricts where you can live because you have children or are pregnant, that may be illegal housing discrimination. Federal law prohibits such actions based on familial status. If you suspect discrimination, contact Fair Housing Advocates of Northern California at (415) 457-5025 / TDD: (800) 735-2922,or fairhousingnorcal.org,.
La discriminaciรณn en la vivienda por estado familiar es ilegal
Si un propietario se niega a alquilarle, cobra depรณsitos mรกs altos, limita el uso de instalaciones o restringe dรณnde puede vivir por tener hijos o estar embarazada, eso puede ser discriminaciรณn ilegal. La ley federal prohรญbe esta prรกctica por estado familiar. Si sospecha discriminaciรณn, contacte a Fair Housing Advocates of Northern California al (415) 457-5025 / TDD: (800) 735-2922,o fairhousingnorcal.org. Se habla espaรฑol.
Discover the World with CultureGrams
Explore over 200 countries, all 50 U.S. states, and Canadaโs provinces through CultureGramsโan engaging online database that brings global cultures to life for kids. Featuring country reports written by local experts, CultureGrams helps children understand customs, daily life, and traditions around the world. Access includes World, Kids, States, and Provinces editions and is provided free by the California State Library. More info at: https://sonomalibrary.org/elibrary/a-z/CultureGramsย
Descubre el mundo con CultureGrams
Explora mรกs de 200 paรญses, los 50 estados de EE. UU. y las provincias de Canadรก con CultureGrams, una base de datos interactiva ideal para niรฑos. A travรฉs de informes elaborados por expertos locales, los estudiantes pueden conocer las costumbres, la vida diaria y las tradiciones de personas alrededor del mundo. Incluye ediciones especiales para niรฑos, paรญses, estados y provincias. Acceso gratuito gracias a la Biblioteca Estatal de California. Para mรกs informaciรณn visita: https://sonomalibrary.org/elibrary/a-z/CultureGrams

Earn Your High School DiplomaโFor Free!
The Sonoma County Library offers adults a second chance to finish high school and receive job training through Career Online High School. This accredited program features a flexible, online classroom so you can learn at your own pace. Scholarships are available for eligible adults who want to boost their careers, enter the workforce, or pursue higher education. Start today and open the door to more opportunities! More info at: https://bit.ly/4mCr71Wย
ยกObtรฉn tu diploma de secundaria gratis!
La Biblioteca del Condado de Sonoma te ofrece la oportunidad de terminar la secundaria y recibir capacitaciรณn laboral a travรฉs del programa acreditado Career Online High School. Estudia a tu propio ritmo con clases en lรญnea y horarios flexibles. Hay becas disponibles para adultos que desean avanzar profesionalmente, ingresar al mercado laboral o continuar con sus estudios. ยกEmpieza hoy y transforma tu futuro!ย Para mรกs informaciรณn visita: https://bit.ly/4mCr71Wย
Two Nature Walks, Two Languages at Jack London Park on August 30
Jack London State Historic Park will host two distinct nature walks on August 30, 2025. A challenging 8-mile Hike to the Summit in English runs from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and costs $10. Meanwhile, Las Aves de Sonoma, a slower-paced birdwatching walk in Spanish, takes place from 9 a.m. to noon and is free with registration. Participants in both hikes are advised to bring water, hiking gear, and check for heat-related cancellations. Details and reservations: jacklondonpark.com/events.ย
Dos caminatas, dos idiomas en el Parque Jack London este 30 de agosto
El sรกbado 30 de agosto de 2025, el Parque Histรณrico Estatal Jack London ofrecerรก dos caminatas diferentes. Hike to the Summit, una caminata exigente en inglรฉs de 8 millas, serรก de 9 a.m. a 2 p.m. y cuesta $10. Las Aves de Sonoma, una caminata en espaรฑol para observar aves, serรก de 9 a.m. a 12 p.m. y es gratuita con inscripciรณn previa. Se recomienda llevar agua, calzado adecuado y estar atentos a posibles cancelaciones por calor extremo. Mรกs informaciรณn: jacklondonpark.com/events.
Santa Rosa Recreation & Parksโ Fall & Winter Program Registration Is Open
Santa Rosa Recreation & Parksโ registration for fall and winter programs is open since Thursday, July 31. Residents can sign up for popular activities like the Floating Pumpkin Patch, Halloween at Howarth, Tiny Tots, swim lessons, and Winter Camp Wa-Tam. Early registration is encouraged, as many programs fill quickly. Registration can be completed online via links in the Activity Guide, by calling 707-543-3737, or in person at the Finley Community Center.
Inscripciones abiertas para los programas de otoรฑo e invierno de Santa Rosa Recreation & Parks
Las inscripciones del Santa Rosa Recreation & Parks para las actividades de otoรฑo e invierno estรกn abiertas desde el jueves 31 de julio. Entre los programas mรกs populares estรกn el Floating Pumpkin Patch, Halloween en Howarth, Tiny Tots, clases de nataciรณn y Winter Camp Wa-Tam. Se recomienda inscribirse temprano, ya que muchos programas se llenan rรกpidamente. Puedes registrarte en lรญnea a travรฉs del Activity Guide, llamando al 707-543-3737 o en persona en el Finley Community Center.
Protect Yourself from Mosquito Bites and West Nile Virus
Use an EPA-registered insect repellent to stay safe from mosquito-borne illnesses like West Nile virus. Look for the EPA registration number on the container (e.g., EPA Reg. No. 1234-567) to ensure safety and effectiveness. Trusted active ingredients include DEET, Picaridin, IR3535ยฎ, and Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus. Apply repellent as directed and avoid bites. Your best defense starts with protection.
Protรฉgete de las picaduras de mosquitos y del virus del Nilo Occidental
Usa un repelente registrado por la EPA para prevenir enfermedades transmitidas por mosquitos, como el virus del Nilo Occidental. Verifica el nรบmero de registro en el envase (por ejemplo, EPA Reg. No. 1234-567) para asegurarte de su seguridad y eficacia. Ingredientes confiables incluyen DEET, Picaridina, IR3535ยฎ y aceite de eucalipto limรณn. Aplica el repelente segรบn las indicaciones y evita las picaduras: tu mejor defensa es la prevenciรณn.
Santa Rosa to Repair 50+ Streets in Northwest This Month
Starting Monday, crews will repair over 50 street segments in northwest Santa Rosa as part of the cityโs annual pavement maintenance program. A slurry seal will be applied to extend road life, seal out moisture, and improve traction. Areas include Peterson Lane, San Miguel Avenue, and neighborhoods near Jack London and Schaefer elementary schools. The $708,378 project is contracted to American Pavement Systems and partially funded by a local sales tax. Temporary road closures are expected. In Roseland, a separate $798,972 project will repave key roads and upgrade curb ramps to meet ADA standards later this summer.
Santa Rosa repararรก mรกs de 50 calles en el noroeste este mes
Desde este lunes, cuadrillas repararรกn mรกs de 50 tramos de calles en el noroeste de Santa Rosa como parte del programa anual de mantenimiento vial. Se aplicarรก un sellador para prolongar la vida รบtil del asfalto, prevenir humedad y mejorar la tracciรณn. Las zonas incluyen Peterson Lane, San Miguel Avenue y vecindarios cercanos a las escuelas Jack London y Schaefer. El proyecto, de $708,378, estรก a cargo de American Pavement Systems y es financiado parcialmente con un impuesto local. Se esperan cierres temporales. En Roseland, otro proyecto de $798,972 repavimentarรก vรญas clave y mejorarรก rampas de acceso este verano.

Covered California Warns DACA Recipients of Loss of ACA Coverage
Over 2,300 DACA recipients in California will lose their Affordable Care Act insurance on August 31, 2025, due to a new federal rule excluding them from the "lawfully present" category. Covered California is reaching out with resources to help affected individuals explore options such as Medi-Cal, employer-based plans, or direct purchases. Enrollees should contact Covered California or legal aid for guidance. Visit CoveredCA.com or the Immigration and California Families page for more information.
Covered California informa a beneficiarios de DACA sobre la pรฉrdida de cobertura del ACA
Mรกs de 2,300 beneficiarios de DACA en California perderรกn su seguro de salud del ACA el 31 de agosto de 2025 por un cambio federal que los excluye de la categorรญa de โpresencia legalโ. Covered California ofrece informaciรณn y recursos para que los afectados exploren opciones como Medi-Cal, seguros de empleadores o planes privados. Para ayuda, pueden contactar a Covered California o a servicios legales. Mรกs informaciรณn en CoveredCA.com o en la pรกgina de Familias Inmigrantes de California.
Join a Virtual Author Talk with Dr. Tasha Eurich on August 28
On Thursday, August 28, at 12:00 pm, join a virtual conversation with organizational psychologist and author Dr. Tasha Eurich. Known for her work on self-awareness and leadership, Dr. Eurich will share insights on how to stay resilient, focused, and โshatterproofโ in todayโs unpredictable world. Participants will gain practical tools to navigate the daily grind and thrive through personal and professional challenges. This free, virtual author talk is open to the public and part of a series designed to connect readers with thought leaders and bestselling authors. Don't miss this chance to learn from one of todayโs top workplace experts.
Charla virtual con la Dra. Tasha Eurich este 28 de agosto
El jueves 28 de agosto al mediodรญa, participa en una charla virtual con la psicรณloga organizacional y autora Dra. Tasha Eurich. Reconocida por sus estudios sobre autoconciencia y liderazgo, compartirรก claves para enfrentar la rutina diaria y fortalecer la resiliencia en un mundo incierto. La sesiรณn brindarรก herramientas prรกcticas para afrontar retos personales y profesionales con mรกs claridad y eficacia. Esta charla virtual es gratuita, abierta al pรบblico y forma parte de una serie de encuentros con autores y expertos contemporรกneos. Una oportunidad imperdible para quienes buscan crecer en lo personal y profesional.
Public services announcements
Avisos de servicios pรบblicos
Humane Society of Sonoma County
We believe that the best place for pets is with families that love them. If you want to adopt your new four-legged best friend, come visit us! We have a Community Veterinary Clinic that provides compassionate medical care to the pets of low-income residents. We also offer low-cost spay and neuter services. For more information, please visit us.
Humane Society of Sonoma County (Espaรฑol)
Creemos que el mejor lugar para las mascotas es con las familias que las aman. Si estรกs buscando adoptar a tu nuevo mejor amigo de cuatro patas, ยกvisรญtanos! Ademรกs, contamos con una clรญnica veterinaria comunitaria que brinda atenciรณn mรฉdica compasiva a las mascotas de personas de bajos ingresos. Tambiรฉn ofrecemos servicios de esterilizaciรณn y castraciรณn a bajo costo. Si quieres mรกs informaciรณn, visita nuestra web.
Problem with Drugs or Alcohol?
Maybe Narcotics Anonymous can help. Come to Group: NA Never Alone Every Wednesday 6:30-7:30PM. Itโs free! Address: Palms Inn, 3345 Santa Rosa Ave, Santa Rosa.
ยฟProblema con las Drogas o Alcohol?
En Narcรณticos Anรณnimos quizรกs te podamos ayudar. รnase al grupo: NA Nunca Solos, es completamente gratuito. Las sesiones se llevan a cabo cada miรฉrcoles 6:30-7:30PM. Direcciรณn: Palms Inn, 3345 Santa Rosa Ave.

Family Justice Center
If you are a victim of abuse, you are not alone. We offer free services available to you including assistance with restraining orders, immigration services, linkage to social services, safety planning, access to a safe home and more. Visit our web for more information.
Centro de justicia para la familia
Si eres vรญctima de abuso, no estรกs solo. Nosotros te ofrecemos servicios gratuitos disponibles entre los que se encuentran: asistencia para รณrdenes de restricciรณn, servicios de inmigraciรณn, conexiรณn a servicios sociales, planificaciรณn para su seguridad, acceso a un hogar seguro y mรกs. Visรญtanos nuestra web dando clic aquรญ.
Marin County Helpful Services for older Latinos
We serve Latinos 60 and older who are isolated or facing challenges accessing free services & resources. Get expert assistance applying for Medi-Cal, CalFresh, In-Home Services, cash assistance for immigrants, meals, and referrals to other support services. For help, call (415) 473-2896.
Condado de Marin ofrece servicios de ayuda para latinos de la tercera edad
Servimos a latinos de 60 aรฑos o mรกs que estรกn aislados o enfrentan dificultades para acceso a servicios y recursos gratuitos. Obtenga ayuda experta para solicitar Medi-Cal, CalFresh, Servicios de Apoyo en el Hogar, asistencia en efectivo para inmigrantes, comidas y referencias a otros servicios de apoyo. Para ayuda, llame al (415) 473-2896.
Marin County Victim Services Division
Our trauma-informed advocates can inform you of your rights, offer support and connect you to local resources to help you begin the healing process. For more info click here.
Divisiรณn de servicios para vรญctimas del condado de Marรญn
Nuestros defensores informados sobre el trauma pueden bridarle informaciรณn sobre sus derechos, ofrecerle apoyo y ponerlo en contacto con recursos locales para que usted comience su proceso de sanaciรณn. Mรกs informaciรณn aquรญ.
Sonoma County Victim Services
We can help victims of Sexual Assault, Teen Dating Violence and Human Trafficking. Love is more than just the way you feel. Love is respect.
Servicio para vรญctimas de Sonoma County
Podemos ayudar a vรญctimas de abuso sexual, violencia entre noviazgo en adolescentes y trata de personas. El amor es mรกs que un sentimiento, es respeto.
Marin/Sonoma Mosquito & Vector Control District
Yes, we offer free services like Mosquito control, Mosquitofish, Yellowjackets and Roden Advice and Inspections. Call us at 707-285-220 or visit https://www.msmosquito.org/.
Control de mosquitos y vectores en Marรญn y Sonoma
Sรญ, ofrecemos servicios gratuitos como control de plagas de mosquitos, avispas y asesoramientos e inspecciones contra los roedores. Llรกmenos al 707-285-220 o visite https://www.msmosquito.org/.

















