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Virtual Meetings Scheduled for 4/20

The City Planning & Sustainability Subcommittee will hold their regular meeting on Tuesday, April 20 at 4pm on Zoom. Click on the agenda link to obtain information on how to view or participate in the meeting: _04202021-1003 (cloverdale.net)

The Planning Commission will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, April 20 at 6:30 p.m. to learn about the SB2 Planning Grant Program – Cloverdale Downtown Zoning District Update. Click on the agenda link to obtain information on how to view or participate in the meeting
https://www.cloverdale.net/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04202021-1002 


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City Council Meeting Recap

The Cloverdale City Council held their first of two regular monthly meetings in April on Wednesday, April 14th. The Council's agenda included seven items on the consent agenda and three items listed under the New Business section of the agenda. The three new business items and Council action were as follows:

  1. A presentation on the Water and Sewer Rate Study Update - The Council authorized City staff to release a Proposition 218 Notice to property owners and utility (water and sewer) customers;
  2. Membership in the Sonoma – Marin Saving Water Partnership - The Council authorized the City Manager to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with Sonoma Water for participation in the Partnership; and
  3. Amendment to the existing Ordinance Prohibiting the Use and Sale of Disposable Food Service Ware and Other Products Containing Polystyrene Foam - The Council directed staff to bring back the proposed amendment after conducting additional outreach with local retailers and restaurants.
A copy of the agenda can be found at the following link: 04142021-1000 (cloverdale.net)
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Current Water Supply Update 

  1. The Russian River watershed is currently experiencing extremely dry weather conditions. This is the second consecutive dry year coming on the heels of last year, which was previously the driest water year on record. View drought monitoring data for Santa Rosa and Ukiah.
  2. The current drought on record is 1976/1977 when Ukiah received just 16.12 inches of rainfall. As of today, Ukiah is 3.88 inches below that record with only 12.24 inches of rainfall this year.  On average, Ukiah receives 37 inches a year. In Santa Rosa, only 12.77 inches of rainfall has fallen this water-year,  just 0.64 inches more than the driest year of record .  On average, Santa Rosa receives 32.20” inches a year.
  3. Reservoir capacities are lower than they were during the last drought, which was 2013/2014. View more data on this drought.  
  4. Residents are encouraged to continue using water wisely and eliminate water wasting activities. Learn more water saving tips at savingwaterpartnership.org.
  5. Water supply projections show that without additional rainfall and without aggressive water saving by our communities, Lake Sonoma and Lake Mendocino water supply levels will reach historically low levels by October 2021. We will be able to continue to provide water to our customers, however not without some form of conservation requirements if projections come true. The State Water Resources Control Board has already issued letters throughout the region urging water right holders to reduce and conserve water.  
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City Council Adopts Proclamation Designating April Sexual Assault Awareness Month

On Wednesday, the City Council proclaimed April 2021 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in the City of Cloverdale, and reaffirms its commitment to address the issues of rape and sexual violence by, remembering victims, supporting survivors, holding perpetrators accountable for their actions, and challenging societal myths and behaviors that perpetuate sexual violence in our community.

The City of Cloverdale strongly supports the efforts of Verity and encourages every citizen to actively engage in public and private efforts to end sexual violence, including conversations about what sexual violence is, how to prevent it, how to help survivors connect with crucial counseling and other support services, and how every segment of our society can work together to better address sexual violence.

Verity is Sonoma County’s Rape Crisis, Trauma, and Healing Center. They operate their crisis line 24-hours a day, 7 days a week. You call: 

(707) 545-7273 or visit their website at: Verity ~ Verity (ourverity.org) 


Treated Wood Waste Collection Event

Treated Wood Waste Disposal Event

Zero Waste Sonoma is offering a free treated wood waste (TWW) disposal event on Sunday, April 25th in the northern Santa Rosa area. The event is available to residents of Sonoma County and the address of the location will be emailed after an appointment has been booked. This event is for residents of Sonoma County only, no businesses. State transportation laws limit each vehicle to a maximum of 125 pounds of hazardous waste. Schedule an appointment online by clicking the link below.
https://zerowastesonomatwwevent.squarespacescheduling.com/schedule.php 


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Vaccine Appointments Now Available

Vaccines are currently offered by Alexander Valley Healthcare. The vaccines are being scheduled for April 20 and April 23 from 9 am to 4 pm at the Cloverdale Train Depot. To be eligible you must either Be a patient at Alexander Valley Healthcare OR Live or work in Cloverdale, Geyserville or Hopland. (If you do NOT fit this criteria you will be cancelled or turned away). To schedule your appointment, visit: COVID-19 UPDATES - Alexander Valley Healthcare.

 The County encourages eligible residents who have not been vaccinated to make an appointment through their health care provider or use the state's My Turn site: My Turn - California COVID-19 Vaccine Scheduling & Notifications or the Sonoma County Clinic List: Vaccine Clinics - Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information (socoemergency.org)  


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Don’t Get Caught Off Guard Earthquake Warning California

The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) invites Californians to join the Earthquake Warning California’s “Don’t Get Caught Off Guard” earthquake early warning awareness campaign. 

Earthquakes can and will happen throughout California. Earthquake Warning California is the country’s first publicly available, statewide warning system that could give California residents crucial seconds to take cover before you feel shaking. Managed by the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES), Earthquake Warning California uses ground motion sensors from across the state to detect earthquakes before humans can feel them and can notify Californians to “Drop, Cover and Hold On” in advance of an earthquake. 

Earthquake Warning California offers no-cost earthquake warning resources, including:

  • MyShake App - A mobile app that can be downloaded for mobile devices at no-cost from Google Play the Apple App Store. App location services must be set to “always on” so that ground sensors can alert those in the nearby area when shaking is detected.
  • Android Earthquake Alerts - An earthquake warning system available to any new or updated Android devices that uses that same technology as the MyShake App.
  • Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEAs) - Text-like messages from the government during emergency situations. This includes: Presidential, ImminentThreat (fire, earthquake, floods, etc.), and AMBER alerts. Understanding how to recognize alerts and what to do when receiving a warning is critical.

To receive monthly updates on earthquake preparedness news, events, technology, and other resources, sign up for the Cal OES e-newsletter at earthquake.ca.gov 


La Familia Sana Collecting Donations for Families Impacted By Apartment Fire

On Wednesday, three families from the Cloverdale Family Apartments were displaced due to an out of control grease fire. With the assistance of Cloverdale Police Chief Ferguson and the American Red Cross, the families have since been placed in temporary housing.

Non-profit, La Familia Sana is coordinating collection of donations to help the displaced families. People who are interested in helping the families can do so by contacting Ezequiel Guzman via email at evguzman9@gmail.com 


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Cloverdale Schools Back in Session

This week, the Cloverdale Unified School District welcomed students back for in person instruction. Students returning are split into different learning cohorts which allows in person learning on opposite days of each other. 

With school back in session, please be mindful when driving and adhere to all traffic signs, signals and pedestrian walkways.


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Food Distribution Continues

Food distribution efforts continue in Cloverdale. Catholic Charities, Cloverdale Pantry, Latinos Unidos, Redwood Empire Food Bank, and Sonoma Family Food continue to coordinate food distributions events with local organizations. Weekly distribution events are being held at the Cloverdale Senior Center and Cloverdale Citrus Fair. For more information text the word FOOD or COMIDA to (707) 353-6333. 


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