Santa Rosa Named North Bay’s Best Business Friendly City

Santa Rosa has been named the North Bay’s Best Business Friendly City in North Bay Biz Magazine’s 2026 Best of the North Bay Awards. This honor is especially meaningful because it was voted on by local residents and businesses, reflecting the community’s strong confidence in Santa Rosa as a place where businesses can start, grow, and thrive!

This award is a celebration of the entrepreneurs, business owners, employees, and community partners who help make Santa Rosa such a dynamic and welcoming community. Their hard work and commitment fuel our local economy, create jobs, and contribute to the high quality of life that makes Santa Rosa a great place to live, work, and visit.

The recognition also reflects our ongoing commitment to helping local businesses succeed. Through programs such as the One Stop Shop, Business Concierge Program, Business Lounge, and workforce development partnerships, we are making it easier for businesses to access resources, navigate City processes, and grow with confidence.

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Recreation Scholarships are Available for Santa Rosa Families

Get Out & About

• Friday, Aug. 14 & 21 - Free Movies in the Park Series at Howarth Park
• Saturday, Aug. 15 - Join Us for a Volunteer Workday at the Santa Rosa Rural Cemetery
• Sunday, Aug. 16 - Close Out Summer with the Americana Sounds of Jimbo Scott & Yesterday's Biscuits at Live at Juilliard
• Tuesday, Aug. 25 - Get Rebates and Resources for Multifamily Energy Upgrades
• Thursday, Sept. 3 - Find Support and Resources at the Connection is Prevention Conference for Older Adults
• Through Saturday, Sept. 5 - Provide Feedback on Santa Rosa’s Prohousing Designation Application
• Ongoing - Serve on the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board, Community Advisory Board, and More

Join Our Team

The City of Santa Rosa offers outstanding career opportunities with competitive salaries and excellent benefits, such as health, vision, and dental insurance.

Wastewater Operator I/II
Assigned to Laguna Treatment Plant or Water Reuse sections of the Water Department. Assist in operation and maintenance of essential systems. The recruitment closes on Aug. 24 at 11:59 p.m.

Benefits Supervisor
Oversee the benefits staff, processes, and programs within the Human Resources Department. The recruitment closes on Aug. 26 at 11:59 p.m.

Assistant Engineer/Associate Civil Engineer – TPW
Work collaboratively with our talented Capital Projects Engineering interdisciplinary team to strategically execute various engineering efforts. The recruitment is ongoing.

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