A community’s soul
We often banter about the word and the concept of what we call “community.” There’s probably no single definition we can use. Does community just happen, or does it require some sort of strategic planning? We combine the word when we talk about community policing, community mental health, community economic vitality, community diversity and even community journalism. When we say community, we don’t always mean communal; sometimes we also include conflict.
Police Log, Jan. 20-26
Crimes & Concerns Reported to Healdsburg Police, Jan. 20-26. Residents and others are encouraged to call Police Dispatch as needed at (707) 431-3377, operational 24/7.
Sebastopol council reviewing ordinance that would ban new gas stations
At the Sebastopol City Council meeting Tuesday night, April 5, the council is expected to hold two public hearings — one on an ordinance that would prohibit new gas stations in Sebastopol and another that would modify the eligibility requirements for planning commissioners.
WSCUHSD aims shift to hybrid model instruction in mid-April
The West Sonoma County Union High School District (WSCUHSD) set conditions at its March 10 board meeting to start small cohorts for prioritized student groups on March 29 and pursue an overall shift to a hybrid model of distance and on-campus education for the week of April 12-19.
Sebastopol City Council approves citywide RV parking restrictions
The Sebastopol City Council’s newly approved RV parking ordinance means a new daily grind for unhoused residents in RVs and exhausted business owners late this March when restrictions take effect.
