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The 49th Annual Handmade Holiday Crafts Fair This Weekend
Santa Rosa Recreation and Parks welcomes community members to join more than 90 local artisan vendors for the Handmade Holiday Crafts Fair this Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Finley Community Center. At nearly 50 years of tradition, this annual shopping extravaganza offers unique, local, handcrafted holiday gifts, and a free ride on Rosie the Trolley to the Holiday Open House at Luther Burbank Home & Gardens. Entry is $5 for both days and children 12 and younger are free.
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 City Manager’s Project Update: Celebrating a Landmark Achievement
On Dec. 3, the City of Santa Rosa celebrated the acquisition of 49-acres of the Southeast Greenway property, a milestone achieved through years of collaboration with partners including the Southeast Greenway Campaign, Sonoma Land Trust, Sonoma Water, Sonoma County Regional Parks, Sonoma County Ag + Open Space, LandPaths, elected officials, and community organizations. This achievement highlights the power of multi-agency partnerships and community dedication. The celebration honored the tireless efforts of those who turned this vision into reality. The celebration was a time to reflect on the significance of the project, which culminated in an inspiring poem by a Piner High School student, emphasizing the importance of green spaces for health, well-being, and community connection.
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Federal Funding Awarded for Safe Streets & Roads for All
The City was awarded a $1.75 million grant for the Safe Streets and Roads for All program to help fund safety improvements at key intersections.
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Learn About the City’s Graffiti Abatement Program
Help Santa Rosa stay graffiti-free! City Code mandates graffiti removal within 72 hours. Report graffiti via phone, email, or the MySantaRosa app.
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Hearn Community Hub Vision Unveiling
Join us on Dec. 12 for a special Vision Unveiling Event for Phase One of the Hearn Community Hub Project. With years of community input shaping every step, we’re excited to share plans for the Fire Station and Library on a 6-acre site in southwest Santa Rosa. LEARN MORE
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Santa Rosa Requires Tobacco Retail License Starting January 2025
Businesses selling tobacco in Santa Rosa must obtain a Tobacco Retail License by Jan. 31, 2025. New rules ensure compliance, prevent youth sales, and prohibit flavored products. LEARN MORE
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Landmark Alteration Process Improvements & Board Consolidation
Santa Rosa is proposing to streamline the Landmark Alteration Permit process and merge the Cultural Heritage and Design Review Boards. Join the discussion at the Dec. 12 public hearing. LEARN MORE
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Zero Waste Holidays, Tips for Sustainable Gifting & Wrapping
Gift-giving is a way to show you care but can impact the environment. Opt for zero-waste gifting and wrapping by choosing reusable, recyclable, or homemade options to reduce waste and show thoughtfulness. LEARN MORE
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Winter School Break Camps with Santa Rosa Recreation & Parks
As winter break approaches, the youngsters are buzzing with tons of energy! Keep the kids active and engaged with a variety of camp options. Sign up now, camps are filling quickly. VIEW CAMPS
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Love Our Parks by Respecting Winter Field Closures
Sports fields at our City parks are now closed for the winter for maintenance and recovery and drinking fountains are temporarily turned off to prevent the pipes from freezing. LEARN MORE
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Volunteers in Policing Join SRPD Officers for Holiday Shopping Season
The Santa Rosa Police Department is increasing its patrols in the downtown core during the busy holiday shopping season to enhance public safety and ensure a smooth shopping experience for all. Officers are on foot to provide a visible presence and better connect with the community and are focusing on high-traffic areas. They’re joined on the weekends by the Volunteers in Police Services (VIPS) Ambassadors to provide support and assistance to the community.
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Saturday, Dec. 7, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. - Celebrate the season of giving by donating a new unwrapped toy to Sonoma and Marin County transit agencies annual “Stuff the Bus” toy drive.
Saturday, Dec. 7, 10 a.m. to noon - Team up to clean up with Santa Rosa Water and Friends of the Prince Memorial Greenway for the First Saturday Creek Cleanup.
Through Sunday, Dec. 15 - Drop off new, unwrapped toys or gift-wrapping supplies benefiting Catholic Charities of Santa Rosa at the Santa Rosa Police Department.
Apps due Wednesday, Jan. 15, 5 p.m. - The City of Santa Rosa is seeking artwork proposals to transform Big Belly Trash Cans into stunning, community-inspired art.
Ongoing - Volunteer to support local government and community by applying for open board, commission, or committee seats.
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 Check out these positions below or visit SRCity.org/Jobs for many other opportunities with the City.
The City of Santa Rosa offers outstanding career opportunities with competitive salaries and excellent benefits, such as health, vision, and dental insurance.
Perform physical labor in construction, street maintenance, facilities maintenance, and landscaping assignments. The recruitment closes on Dec. 11 at 11:59 p.m.
Perform a variety of highly specialized and complex technical and clerical accounting work related to the preparation and maintenance of an automated payroll system. The recruitment closes on Dec. 11 at 11:59 p.m.
Performs a wide range of maintenance and repair of City vehicles and equipment in compliance with established rules and regulations. The recruitment closes on Jan. 3 at 11:59 p.m.
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