City of Sonoma advances capital improvement project with GHD engineering firm

During the recent Climate Action Commission meeting held on May 14, 2025, in Sonoma, city officials provided an update on a significant infrastructure project aimed at enhancing the community's sustainability efforts. The project, part of the city’s capital improvement program, is currently in the design phase, with a contract awarded to the engineering firm GHD last September.

City representatives shared that the project has reached a critical milestone, with the 65% design submittal now complete. The next steps involve city feedback and potential revisions before advancing to a 90% design completion. This project is funded through the Go Sonoma tax measure, a quarter-cent sales tax initiative, and has also received a competitive grant from the Sonoma County Transportation Authority.

This infrastructure development is expected to play a vital role in the city’s broader climate action goals, aligning with community interests in sustainable growth and environmental responsibility. As the project progresses, residents can look forward to updates on its status and implications for local sustainability efforts.

In addition to the infrastructure update, the meeting included discussions on various other initiatives aimed at reducing the city’s carbon footprint and enhancing community resilience against climate change. These efforts reflect Sonoma's commitment to fostering a sustainable future for its residents. The commission plans to continue engaging the community in these discussions, ensuring that public input shapes future climate action strategies.