Russian River Business Owners – We Want to Hear from You!

The Russian River Revitalization project is a new campaign to:

Raise awareness of the importance and value of the Russian River
Offer sustainable ways and tools to promote the health of our watershed
Keep our businesses and community thriving

The County of Sonoma, in collaboration with the Russian River Confluence, is launching the Russian River Revitalization project. The project will establish a campaign and infrastructure to advocate for the health of the Russian River; engaging businesses, residents, and visitors in stewardship of this critical resource.

As a business owner, your input is crucial to identifying the business challenges and working towards a healthier and more prosperous Russian River. This meeting is dedicated towards small business input. What are the opportunities and needs at the intersection of the businesses that rely on the River and the River's health? We want your opinions and ideas!

Please join on Wednesday, September 22^nd from 3-4 pm. Your input and insight will be much appreciated!
www.russianriverrevitalization.org

Please click the link below to join the webinar:
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Re-opening of Resource Center at the Saint Vincent De Paul (SVDP)

St. Vincent de Paul/St. Peter's Church is reopening a Resource Center to assist people in need. The weekly resource center is reopening after being shuttered due to Covid starting on September 7th from 9:30am -12:30pm and will continue Tuesday thereafter.

Services that will be provided include:

Distribution of food (dry goods, vegetables and dairy)
Safety Emergency Kits
Assistance from Sonoma County not-for profit organizations

SVDP is hosting the event at the St. Peter's Church Parking area located on 491 Franklin Street. The event can be accessed by either drive-up or walk in.

Sonoma Zero Waste Events at Cloverdale Train Depot

Please join us for the upcoming Zero Waste Events scheduled at the Cloverdale Train Depot.

10/8/21 and 10/10/2021   9am – 5:00pm             E-Waste Recycling Event
10/9/21 9am – 5:00pm             Mattress Recycling Event
10/12/21 9am – 5:00pm             Household Hazardous Waste Event

These events provide the community an opportunity to dispose of waste in the proper way, for no cost. Check out Zero Waste Sonoma's website for more information.

Streets to Creeks Program

Everyone can help keep our creeks clean.

The Streets to Creeks outreach program has a new tool that will become live starting September 27^th. It is called Neighbor to Neighbor and it allows residents to anonymously educate each other about storm water pollution prevention.

When neighbors see activities in their neighborhood that pose a potential pollution threat, they can complete an online form which will trigger local public service announcements through Google AdSense. Ads specifically about the reported activity (gravel stockpiles in the street, washing paint down the gutter, etc.) will be broadcast to neighbors within 2 miles of the reported activity; appearing on websites they visit. You report a neighbor about pressure washing their car engine in their driveway and later that day you, your neighbor and their neighbors see a public service announcement about that specific act and advice for less polluting alternatives.

Housing Element Update

The City is in contract with 4Leaf Inc., Inc to assist the City of Cloverdale on the update of the General Plan Housing Element and facilitate the document’s certification through the California Department of Housing and Community Development(HCD). Community Development staff previously issued an RFP to obtain proposals from qualified consultant to assist with updating the 6th Cycle Housing Element.

The updated Housing Element will address the requirements of State law, including recent changes regarding the analysis of sites and zoning-related requirements for housing entitlements. Staff has tentatively scheduled this item for the October City Council meeting for authorization.

A Call To Action
A small grant program for teachers and their students

Sonoma Water has introduced a small grant program, A Call To Action, that will support solution-focused projects related to water or climate change. The program is intended to inspire a sense of ownership and hopefulness in students as they work together to make a positive impact on a problem they have identified at their school or in their neighborhood.

Who can apply?
Teachers in public, private, or home school situations in grades TK-12 in Sonoma and Mendocino counties and the City of Novato. Students in school clubs with a teacher advisor. Projects may include students from multiple classrooms and grades.
How much is available?
Teachers can request $100 to $1,000 for their project. Checks will be made payable to the school or to an ASB account at the school. No checks will be made payable to individuals. We aim to support projects from across our service areas and will prioritize applicants from as many different locations as possible.

For more information about the grant program, CLICK HERE

COVID-19 UPDATE

Please take a moment to check out these important COVID-19 resources and updates from the County of Sonoma:

Testing Locations and Information
Looking to take a COVID-19 test? Find testing locations and information from the County of Sonoma HERE.

Covid Testing is offered in Cloverdale at the following location:

Cloverdale Senior Center - Tuesdays 8am-2pm
311 N Main St, Cloverdale, CA 95425
Schedule an appointment

Need a Vaccine?
There are many vaccination opportunities available in Sonoma County. CLICK HERE to learn how and where you can get a vaccine today.

Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting Invitation