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SCCA Says ‘No’ on Measure J
July 24, 2024
Sonoma County Conservation Action (SCCA) is OPPOSED to Measure J which has been submitted for voter consideration on the November 2024 Ballot by a group named the Coalition to End Factory Farming. The SCCA Board, after careful deliberation and consultation with a its many local environmental and agricultural partners, is opposing Measure J because of… Read more »
SMART’s Journey
December 13, 2023
A Look Back The Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) system has seen significant progress in its bid to provide efficient and eco-friendly transportation solutions for the region’s inhabitants. Since its inception, the rail system has achieved remarkable milestones, including extending its reach and enhancing connectivity. The significant accomplishment of extending the rail service to Larkspur… Read more »
Oak and Tree Moratorium Passed in Sonoma County
December 13, 2023
On December 12, the Board of Supervisors revisited the Oak & Tree protection ordinances that will give broad legal protections to our county’s trees and oak woodlands. We are so thankful for the community sending in letters, emails, and coming out to show their support for these critical ordinances at the meeting. Despite our work… Read more »
California’s Evolving Stand on Synthetic Turf
November 8, 2023
California’s storied history of environmental leadership is punctuated by its constant battle with prolonged droughts and the challenges they bring. Historically, in a bid to combat these water shortages, synthetic turf emerged as a stop-gap solution, offering a green facade with seemingly minimal water requirements. Its low-maintenance and water-saving benefits made it an attractive option… Read more »
Critical 2024 SoCo Races
November 7, 2023
As we barrel towards the end of 2023, we also run headlong into a jam-packed election year in 2024. Because the Presidential Primary (save us all) come to California early, Sonoma County’s Supervisorial primaries are also held this coming March. There are three districts on the ballot – District 1 (Susan Gorin), District 3 (Chris… Read more »