City of Sonora, CA - Government

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This Saturday: 2nd Saturday Art Night! Stroll, sip, and shop in Historic Downtown Sonora as merchants stay open late and...
09/11/2026

This Saturday: 2nd Saturday Art Night! Stroll, sip, and shop in Historic Downtown Sonora as merchants stay open late and host artists of all types for entertainment for locals + visitors.⁠ ⁠
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This event occurs every month and is presented by the Sonora Chamber of Commerce.

Join us for the upcoming City Council Meeting tonight 9/8/26 at 5 pm! Stay informed and have your voice heard in our com...
09/08/2026

Join us for the upcoming City Council Meeting tonight 9/8/26 at 5 pm! Stay informed and have your voice heard in our community.⁠
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Details:⁠
📅 Date: September 8, 2026⁠
⏰️ Time: 5:00 PM⁠
📍 Location: 94 N. Washington Street⁠
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You can download today’s full agenda at bit.ly/agendasept82026. To place an item on our future Agenda, please contact City Hall at (209) 532-4541.

🚧 Traffic Advisory: Barretta Street Partial ClosurePlease be advised that Barretta Street, from Church Street to Theall ...
09/07/2026

🚧 Traffic Advisory: Barretta Street Partial Closure

Please be advised that Barretta Street, from Church Street to Theall Street, will be partially closed Tuesday, September 8 through Friday, September 12, from approximately 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM each day.

The closure is necessary while crews complete work along Barretta Street to help protect and improve the pedestrian walkway and roadway.

Please plan accordingly, use caution around the work area, and allow extra time when traveling nearby. Thank you for your patience while this important work is completed.

Please note: City Hall will be closed on Monday, September 7th for the Labor Day holiday. Normal operations will resume ...
09/04/2026

Please note: City Hall will be closed on Monday, September 7th for the Labor Day holiday. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, September 8th.

Applications are now open for the 43rd Annual Historic Downtown Sonora Christmas Parade! This year's parade will be held...
08/25/2026

Applications are now open for the 43rd Annual Historic Downtown Sonora Christmas Parade! This year's parade will be held on Friday, November 27, 2026. The parade starts promptly at 6:00 pm rain or shine.⁠
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The entry deadline is Friday, November 13th at 5:00 pm. For rules and to apply, please visit: bit.ly/2026SonoraChristmasParade.

Join us for the upcoming City Council Meeting tonight 8/17/26 at 5 pm! Stay informed and have your voice heard in our co...
08/17/2026

Join us for the upcoming City Council Meeting tonight 8/17/26 at 5 pm! Stay informed and have your voice heard in our community.⁠
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Details:⁠
📅 Date: August 17, 2026⁠
⏰️ Time: 5:00 PM⁠
📍 Location: 94 N. Washington Street⁠
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You can download today’s full agenda at bit.ly/agendaaugust172026. To place an item on our future Agenda, please contact City Hall at (209) 532-4541.

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: The City of Sonora and the Sonora Police Department do not own or operate Flock Safety cameras, ...
08/14/2026

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: The City of Sonora and the Sonora Police Department do not own or operate Flock Safety cameras, nor do we contract Flock Safety for its camera, data-storage, or related services.

Our platforms are self-hosted within City infrastructure. The City maintains ownership and control of the data stored on those systems, and that data is not automatically shared through an ALPR network. Our systems have detailed, precise permissions for users for a strong defense against unauthorized outside access.

We use these tools only to prevent and investigate crime, not to monitor legal activities. The City and Police Department have clear policies for how information is used, accessed, secured, kept, and shared. These rules are meant to protect your privacy while helping police use technology for real public safety and investigations.

Chris Gorsky, City Administrator
Turu Vanderwiel, Chief of Police

Join us for the upcoming City Council Meeting tonight 8/3/26 at 5 pm! Stay informed and have your voice heard in our com...
08/03/2026

Join us for the upcoming City Council Meeting tonight 8/3/26 at 5 pm! Stay informed and have your voice heard in our community.⁠
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Details:⁠
📅 Date: August 3, 2026⁠
⏰️ Time: 5:00 PM⁠
📍 Location: 94 N. Washington Street⁠
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You can download today’s full agenda at bit.ly/agendaaugust32026. To place an item on our future Agenda, please contact City Hall at (209) 532-4541.

Temporary Dumpsters Available for Residents Impacted by the Dove Fire ⬇️ The City of Sonora, in coordination with Cal-Wa...
07/30/2026

Temporary Dumpsters Available for Residents Impacted by the Dove Fire ⬇️

The City of Sonora, in coordination with Cal-Waste and Sonora High School, has arranged for temporary dumpsters to assist residents impacted by the Dove Fire.

Residents may dispose of expired food and household items that are no longer usable due to evacuation, power outages, or other fire-related impacts. Please note that burned materials are not accepted, as they are considered hazardous waste.

📍 Location: Sonora High School Parking Lot
111 W. School Street, Sonora
🕗 Available: Daily from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM through August 5, 2026

We hope this resource helps ease the recovery process for those affected. Thank you to Cal-Waste and Sonora High School for partnering with the City to support our community during this time.

*** DOVE FIRE (Update at 7/27/2026 at 1:00 PM) ***Deputies will be patrolling the areas under evacuation throughout the ...
07/27/2026

*** DOVE FIRE (Update at 7/27/2026 at 1:00 PM) ***

Deputies will be patrolling the areas under evacuation throughout the day as Fire personnel continue to work the Fire. (this line updated at 9:25 am)

HWY 108 is now FULLY OPEN

Mandatory EVACUATIONS are for the following areas:
- Golden Dove Lane
- Silver Pine Drive
- Stockton Road from HWY 108 to Ponderosa Drive
- Southgate Drive
- Hill Street
- Sonora Ave
- Fair Street
- Gerrymander Ave
- West Sunset Street
- Symons Lane

Evacuation WARNINGS are for the following areas:
- McKibbon Drive
- Martha Lane
- Outlook Drive
- Crooked Lane
- West Lytton Street
- Olive Street
- Maple Street
- High Street
- Bulwer Street
- Toby Street
- June Street
- West Church Lane
- Knowles Hill Drive
- South side of Mono Way from Greenley Road to Washington Street

Road Closures:
- S. Washington Street is open, but the side streets on the west side from Symons Lane to Stockton Road are closed.
- Stockton Road is open to Ponderosa Lane from S. Washington Street
- Southgate Drive is closed

Evacuation Center:
Tuolumne CRC is the evacuation center. For those who are evacuated, you may keep your small animals (dogs, cats).
18241 Bay Ave, Tuolumne, CA 95379

Animal Evacuations:
- Temporary animal evacuation shelter is located at Animal Control
10040 Victoria Way, Jamestown, CA 95327
- Large animal evacuation center is at the Posse Grounds
19130 Rawhide Rd, Jamestown, CA 95327

If you live in the area and do not feel safe, please leave, do not wait to be told to evacuate.

Please avoid the area as emergency responders will be in the area working.

Camera Link:

https://cameras.alertcalifornia.org/?pos=37.9905_-120.4084_11&id=Axis-SonoraEast

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94 North Washington Street
Sonora, CA
95370

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Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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