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PUBLIC NOTICE: Contractors will repair the failing storm drain in Ives Park on the north side of pool starting 6/13. Work should be completed by 6/18. Pathway will have restricted use. Alternate pathways can used to get around all parts of the park. bit.ly/3HzqUNR

Continuation of 2025-2026 Proposed Operating Budget on the June 17 City Council meeting agenda. Visit bit.ly/CC061725Agenda… for a summary of all the agenda items, more information, and links to the agenda and meeting page. Meeting at 6pm at Youth Annex and virtually.

Sebastopol welcomed international guests during the 2025 Japan-America Grassroots Summit! 🌎🏡From homestays to heartfelt connections, it was a powerful celebration of global friendship and local hospitality. Read more about the visit here: bit.ly/4458YSQ

UPDATED Public Notice: Work to repair the failing storm drain in Ives Park has been paused in an effort to protect pH levels in Calder Creek. Work will continue after additional studies and permitting has taken place. Read the Updated Public Notice HERE: bit.ly/448BfYH

PUBLIC NOTICE: Lane Closures and Traffic Impact on Monday, June 30, 2025 See the Public Notice for more information HERE: bit.ly/3ZT0Rax

Continuation of 2025-2026 Proposed Operating Budget on the July 1 City Council meeting agenda. For an overview of the last budget meeting, see this helpful Sebastopol Times article at bit.ly/4lvhdP8. For more information on the meeting visit bit.ly/CC070125Meetin….

New trash & recycling service starts tomorrow, July 1 in Sebastopol! New bins are here, and so is a new hauler: Sonoma County Resource Recovery (SCRR). Have questions? Need info on pricing, sorting, or pickup days? Check out this article on our website: bit.ly/4ewSTdl

Measure U Update: SB 132 has been adopted and signed into law by Governor Gavin Newsom. The statute will enable the full implementation of voter-approved Measure U. The additional 1⁄4-Cent Sales Tax to take effect January 1, 2026. bit.ly/40AdjMH

At its regular meeting on July 1, the Sebastopol City Council approved a resolution appointing Mary Gourley to serve as Interim City Manager through January 31, 2026, or until a permanent City Manager is hired, whichever comes first. Press Release: bit.ly/4kkJNkY

The City of Sebastopol and Sonoma County Resource Recovery (SCRR) announce the official start of SCRR’s waste collection services under a new contract that began on July 1, 2025. Read the full Press Release HERE: bit.ly/4nywyzY

The City of Sebastopol is hiring! Accountant position in the Administrative Services (Finance) Department Deadline to Apply: Open Until Filled For more details, please visit calopps.org/sebastopol/job…

At its July 15 meeting, the City Council will consider approving Sebastopol Porchfest 2025, to be held at various locations on Sat, 9/13. The event includes live music and food trucks. See the CC meeting page for more info: bit.ly/CC071525Meetin… 📷: PorchFest Sebastopol FB Page

Interested in being on a Community Advisory Panel to review and score applications submitted for Competitive Procurement opportunities for DHS (Department of Health Services) programs? See this article for complete information: bit.ly/3IE9EXX

What’s on the July 15 City Council Meeting Agenda? Visit bit.ly/CC071525Agenda… for more information, a summary of the agenda items, and links to the agenda and meeting page. Meeting at 6pm at Youth Annex and virtually.

We’re pleased to announce that the City Council has adopted a balanced budget for Fiscal Year 2025–26. After navigating several challenging years, this marks a meaningful step toward long-term fiscal stability. bit.ly/FY25-26Adopted…. bit.ly/CC070125Budget….

Public invited to key presentation on Homelessness and Public Health Services in Sebastopol at Aug. 5 City Council meeting by new Sonoma County Department of Health Services (DHS) Director Nolan Sullivan. bit.ly/4lEFXVy

IMPORTANT NOTICE ABOUT UTILITY BILL PAYMENTS We’ve been receiving a number of calls about returned utility bill payments sent through customers’ bank bill pay services due to a “No account” error. Visit bit.ly/45m7eVZ for more information.

New Street Sweeping Maps and Schedules from SCRR are now available on the City website. Trash & Recycling Page on City's website: bit.ly/4lJKeXT Street Sweeping Maps and Schedules: bit.ly/StreetSweeping…

We’ve been receiving questions about Elderberry Commons, the permanent supportive housing complex owned and operated by Burbank Housing on the site of the former Sebastopol Inn. Answers to many of these questions are here: bit.ly/ElderberryComm… 📷: Laura Hagar Rush, Seb Times

Our City leaders want every resident to feel welcome, safe, and supported. Visit our website for information on rights and resources for immigrant residents. bit.ly/45bkfRQ