eAlerts Category: Newsletter

  • Notice to the Community to Fill a Vacancy on the Climate Action Committee

    The City of Sebastopol invites interested citizens to volunteer and apply for an upcoming opening on the Climate Action Committee (CAC). The City has an opening for (1) position. Please download the attached flyer for more information. The application is attached for those interested in applying. The deadline to apply is  Tuesday, March 24, 2026, by…

  • Public Invited to Key Presentation on Homelessness and Public Health Services in Sebastopol

    The Sebastopol City Council is inviting members of the public to attend an important presentation from new Sonoma County Department of Health Services (DHS) Director Nolan Sullivan at its August 5 City Council meeting. The presentation will provide an overview of DHS’s current priorities and collaborative efforts with local cities, particularly as Sebastopol faces increased…

  • Important Notice About Utility Bill Payments

    Updated 9/2/25 Dear Customer, Recently we’ve been receiving a high number of calls about returned utility bill payments that were sent through customers’ bank bill pay services. Customers are reporting that their payments are being rejected by our bank due to a “No account” error. Here’s why this is happening: To avoid delays and ensure your payment is received…

  • Notice to the Community to Fill Vacancies on the Planning Commission (PC) Deadline Extended

    The City of Sebastopol invites interested citizens to volunteer and apply for openings on the Planning Commission (PC). The City has openings for two (2) positions. Please download the attached flyer for more information. The application is attached for those interested in applying. The deadline to apply has been extended to Thursday, July 17, 2025,…

  • Invitation to Join a DHS NOFA-RFP Community Advisory Panel

    Dear community partners and colleagues, The Sonoma County Department of Health Services (DHS) is seeking individuals willing to join Community Advisory Panels to review and score applications submitted for Notices of Funding Availability (NOFAs) and Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for DHS programs. We’d love for you to consider joining our panel pool or sharing this opportunity with others! If you believe…

  • REVISED Notice to the Community to Fill Vacancies on the Planning Commission (PC)

    The City of Sebastopol invites interested citizens to volunteer and apply for openings on the Planning Commission (PC). The City has openings for two (2) positions. Please download the attached flyer for more information. The application is attached for those interested in applying. The deadline to apply is Tuesday, July 3, 2025, by 4:00 pm.…

  • Help Shape the Future of Downtown Sebastopol! 

    The City of Sebastopol is leading a mobility study to enhance the accessibility, safety, and vibrancy of our downtown. The goal? A more walkable, bike-friendly downtown that supports smoother traffic flow and advances the City’s environmental goals.   After gathering input from the community last fall, the project team is now developing draft alternatives, and we…

  • Tomorrow Night: Virtual Town Hall on Sebastopol/Gold Ridge Fire Reorganization

    Tomorrow Night: Virtual Town Hall on Sebastopol/Gold Ridge Fire Reorganization

    Do You Have Questions About Sebastopol and Gold Ridge Fire Protection District? After many years of discussion and careful analysis, the City of Sebastopol and Gold Ridge Fire Protection District have taken the steps to enhance fire protection and emergency medical response within the City, through the reorganization process. The City has set up a…

  • Join us in Celebrating the Installation and Dedication of ‘Koan’ by sculptor, Bruce Johnson

    On Saturday, April 5th, 2025 from 12:00pm – 1:00pm the City of Sebastopol and Sebastopol Public Arts Committee welcome you to join us in celebrating the installation and dedication of the ‘Koan’ sculpture by late Sonoma County sculptor Bruce Johnson (1947-2023). This opening ceremony take place at the Joe Rodota Trailhead at Highway 116 (across…

  • Fire Service Reorganization

    Fire Service Reorganization

    At the February 4 meeting, the Sebastopol City Council will discuss taking next steps to merge the Sebastopol Fire Department with Gold Ridge Fire Services. The Fire Ad Hoc Committee recommends reorganization as it will deliver improved services at about $1 million less per year than retaining an independent Fire Department. Reorganization will improve emergency…