Weekly Roundup for August 16, 2024

Today’s digest provides helpful and important updates on the following:

1. Latest edition of SoCo Correspondent available now
2. Fire safe reminders with wildfire season still underway
3. Sonoma County career opportunities announced
4. Other Sonoma County news of note

Latest Edition of SoCo Correspondent Now Available

In the new edition of SoCo Correspondent, learn about County efforts to expand mental health services, reduce traffic congestion near Penngrove, refurbish a beloved but aging park in the Sonoma Valley and improve safety on a key bridge used by cyclists and pedestrians near Cloverdale.

Plus, learn how the County is working to enhance the well-being of children by ensuring parents meet their legal obligations to provide financial support and medical care for their children.

And don’t miss the story that explains why dogs at the County Animal Shelter are wagging their tails a little faster, thanks to a local Boy Scout:
https://bit.ly/4fEupPC.

For a comprehensive view of Sonoma County's activities and initiatives, check out SoCo Correspondent, SoCo Chat, social media, and over 20 different department-specific newsletters:
https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/county-administrators-office/sonoma-county-communications#Chat

Fire Safe Reminders with Wildfire Season Still Underway

One less spark equals one less wildfire so let's all do our part to prevent them.

Safety reminders:

• Mow your lawn before 10 a.m. – keep a fire extinguisher or hose nearby and never mow if it’s windy or excessively dry.
• Avoid using power tools that create sparks near dry vegetation.
• Fully extinguish campfires – drown, stir, feel.
• Keep grills away from dry vegetation.
• Maintain vehicles to prevent sparks – secure all chains and remove dragging parts.
• Follow local burn regulations and bans – plan, verify, apply.
• Clear dry leaves and debris from your yard.

Learn more at https://www.fire.ca.gov/what-we-do/wildfire-prevention

For additional preparedness tips, please visit: https://socoemergency.org/get-ready/

Latest Sonoma County Career Opportunities

The County of Sonoma has fantastic job opportunities this week. Come join our incredible team.

Recent listings include:

• Inspector I, II and III, Agriculture/Weights and Measures - https://bit.ly/4dEeoXY
• APSOD Secretary, Ag + Open Space - https://bit.ly/3yrDdrn
• Engineering Technician I, II and III, Public Infrastructure - https://bit.ly/3YIAtAl
• Juvenile Hall Cook – Extra Help, Probation - https://bit.ly/4dDZW2c
• Sanitation Engineer I and II, Water - https://bit.ly/3YDTHXZ

Discover more opportunities by visiting the County of Sonoma Careers Facebook page:
https://bit.ly/4dHZ6kU.

For additional details, please check out the career portal at https://bit.ly/3Js0XOg, or call (707) 565-2331.

Other Sonoma County News of Note

Sonoma County District Attorney announces results of second annual Compliance Report from PG&E Independent Monitor
https://da.sonomacounty.ca.gov/sonoma-county-district-attorney-announces-results-of-second-annual-compliance-report-from-pgande-independent-monitor

Sonoma County Economic Development Board unveils new name, focus on strategic partnerships as Economic Development Collaborative
https://sonomaedc.org/sonoma-county-economic-development-board-unveils-new-name-focus-on-strategic-partnerships-as-economic-development-collaborative

Board of Supervisors approves $28.2 million plan to use energy more efficiently, cut greenhouse gas emissions
https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/board-of-supervisors-approves-282-million-plan-to-use-energy-more-efficiently

Nomination period for November 2024 General Election extended to Wednesday
https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/nomination-period-for-november-2024-general-election-extended-to-wednesday