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City Manager’s Project Update: Strengthening the City’s Essential Infrastructure
A key milestone in the Los Alamos Trunk Sewer Replacement Project Segment 1 – from Streamside Drive to Elaine Drive – is nearing completion, marking a significant advancement in enhancing the city's wastewater infrastructure. The project replaces outdated sewer lines from the 1950s with a modern 24-inch trunk sewer, improving system capacity and reliability. Spanning over 5,300 feet across several streets, the upgraded pipeline will meet the needs of both current and future residents, in line with the City's General Plan 2035, which anticipates substantial growth. This upgrade also improves maintenance access, reduces the risk of leaks and blockages, and strengthens system resilience. The successful completion of this segment paves the way for future infrastructure improvements that will support Santa Rosa’s growth and ensure reliable wastewater services for years to come.
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 New CAL FIRE Fire Hazard Severity Maps: What Santa Rosa Residents Need to Know
On Feb. 24, 2025, CAL FIRE released the 2025 Local Responsibility Area (LRA) Fire Hazard Severity Maps. CAL FIRE, in coordination with the Office of the State Fire Marshal, is required to periodically update these maps and severity zones. CAL FIRE is required to notify local governments before releasing updated severity zone maps for both the State Responsibility Areas (SRA) and LRA. Local governments are required to adopt, by ordinance, updated Fire Hazard Severity Zones (FHSZ) in our jurisdiction within 120 days of being published. Once these maps are formally adopted, which we anticipate will be completed sometime in early May, we plan to have a process with both internal and external stakeholders, including community members, on potential changes that could be proposed to our existing Wildland Urban Interface Area.
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Redwood Bikeshare Rolls Out in Santa Rosa
Eighty e-bikes and 12 hubs are being introduced across the city. Some locations are now live—use the code RideRedwood to try it for free and explore Santa Rosa in an eco-friendly way.
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Take the Pedestrian-Friendly Streets Survey
The City is seeking input on ways to improve the downtown experience, including potential changes to street use, public spaces, and accessibility near Courthouse Square.
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Draft Active Transportation Plan Now Open for Review
Review the Draft Active Transportation Plan online by March 30, or join the BPAB meeting on March 20, to provide feedback and help shape the future of Santa Rosa’s transportation network. LEARN MORE
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General Plan Update: Housing Element Amendment
Join us for the Planning Commission public hearing on March 13 to discuss proposed amendments to the General Plan’s Housing Element. LEARN MORE
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Regional Transit Mapping & Wayfinding Prototype Survey
New regional wayfinding signs and maps are being tested at key Santa Rosa locations; your input will help guide the next phase of this important project. TAKE THE SURVEY
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Study Session and Community Meeting on Missing Middle Housing Solutions
Join the Design Review Board on March 20 for a study session on the draft Missing Middle Housing Code and share your input at the March 24 community meeting on expanding diverse housing options. LEARN MORE
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Senior Expo Sponsor and Vendor Applications Available
Become a sponsor or vendor for the 2025 Senior Expo and showcase your business, event, or organization to Santa Rosa’s vibrant senior community. APPLY NOW
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Arbor Day Tree Planting Party on Saturday at Galvin Community Park
Santa Rosa Recreation & Parks is hosting an Arbor Day tree-planting party this Saturday, and everyone's invited. While most Americans observe Arbor Day in late April, in California, we celebrate early in honor of famed horticulturist and Santa Rosa resident Luther Burbank, born on March 7, 1849. So, join us this Saturday, March 8, from 9 a.m. to noon at Galvin Community Park to plant some trees and further our status as an eco-friendly, Tree City USA community.
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Mon/Wed Practices & Sat Games, March 10 through May 17 - Youth gain cheerleading skills, build self-esteem, and make new friends in this program led by Santa Rosa Recreation & Parks.
Saturday, March 8, 10 a.m. to noon - Join Common Ground Society at Finley Community Center for parents and children ages 5 and younger who have disabilities, medical complexities, or any unique needs.
Sunday, March 16, 10 a.m. - Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with this popular 5K run/walk and post-race celebration, including a costume contest in Courthouse Square.
March 17-21 - Spring break is almost here, and Santa Rosa Recreation & Parks has fun camps to keep kids active and engaged.
Closes Monday, March 31, 11:59 p.m. - Request free dye tabs to test your toilet for leaks, then submit your results to be entered to win a $25 gift card.
Applications due Friday, April 4 - Calling all teens ages 13-17 looking for a fun summer experience and the chance to build valuable job skills. Apply by April 4.
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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.
Prepare financial statements, review fiscal records, and monitor financial transactions. Work may include indirect supervision of lower-level professional, technical, and clerical personnel. The recruitment closes on March 17 at 11:59 p.m.
Serve the public by performing fire suppression, prevention, and rescue activities while protecting life, property, and the environment; provide basic and advanced life support medical care and treatment; and perform fire prevention duties. The recruitment closes on March 19 at 11:59 p.m.
Receive emergency and routine calls requesting police or other emergency services and accurately evaluate and process routine and life-threatening emergency radio and telephone communications. The recruitment closes on March 26 at 11:59 p.m.
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