46112My feelings about building on this particular flood plain are unmixed.

The Laguna de Santa Rosa is an internationally recognized wetland, although it's a ghost of its pre-European invasion...

As the intercom on the first pilotless commercial flight said: 'This is a fully automated flight and we would like to assure you that nothing can go wrong, can go wrong, can go wrong, can go wrong......

You got to be joking. The plan was to amass a work force of 50, erect aluminum barriers around all the buildings, very possibly at night in driving wind and rain with folks most of which have never...

At the risk of 'wading' into a 'flood' of comments;

When I first heard that the city was considering building in the Barlow, I assumed that they would build on pilings with parking underneath and...

This is such an intelligent and brilliant summary / comment / response.
The questions asked and the issues complexity outlined ...
My environmental science teacher said,
"Most environmental...

When this project was first proposed Sebastopol Water Information Group (SWiG), went to the city meeting and told and showed with maps that Zimpher Creek had been buried underneath the Barlow. While...

I agree with Shepherd - unless the Barlow buildings were built above historic flood levels, it is challenging to rely upon this technology and a rapid response team to keep out that much water. We've...

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Many of us informed the Barlow owners and the City Council well in advance that the Laguna would flood. That whole development should never have been built. Let this be a warning to other developers...

https://www.pressdemocrat.com/news/9331958-181/sonoma-county-flood-submerges-the?artslide=5&sba=AAS

The city required them to have flood protection. The pictures show just how poorly it was...

Celebrate Black History Month! Join storyteller Kirk Waller as he performs stories and songs that explore African and African American culture and history.
For children ages 5 and up.

Join us to practice speaking Spanish and learn from each other and instructor, Amalia. This club is structured for advanced speakers, and intermediate learners are welcome.

Dear Enmanji Temple,
I have been informed by credible sources that you use Roundup. Is that accurate?

If so, I beg you to discontinue that use, since it is a primary cause of Sonoma and Napa...

Yes, I know that global warming has a lot to do with the fires. I am not speaking to that. PG&E has been a corrupt group for years and we don't need any more of this privately-owned, for-profit...

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CPUC is is reconsidering restructure of PG&E...comments requested until Jan. 30th

CPUC proceeding # 1.15-08-019

What actions should be taken as a result of PG&E's on-going safety failures so...

Tea 101: A Tea-tasting Workshop
Conducted by Many Rivers Staff
Saturday January 19th 2:00 pm

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Whether you are a long—time tea aficionado, or a newbie to the world of tea, it can be fun...

I think it's sweet how everyone is so concerned about this, but my advice is to leave it alone and let nature take it's course. They are not an endangered species, and this turkey probably knows what...

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I have 30 wild turkeys on my 1.3 acre property right now. They are mating. In my experience, once they do that, they will fly elsewhere. They are strong flyers, so if the one downtown wanted to fly...

Join Fran Carbonaro and guest musicians for an evening of poetry and music from her recently released CD: I'm Still Alive. This evening's presentation will focus on the "divine intervention" which...

Hey Everybody,

It's Time to Give Thanks!

I've been real busy with family stuff for the last couple of weeks (in which gratitude plays a part) but haven't gotten a chance to reflect and write...

This is a very informative research article on why touching is essential to our well-being and that of our family, friends....anyone. With no touch policies in schools and the workplace and people...

Hi Community


I hope each of you are well.




13 of my family members lost homes in Paradise, California last week.
Thankfully and miraculously they all got out alive.

If you have any way to contact anyone in the Rainbow Family this is the time for a gathering.
Paradise burned and now needs you

one of the stories:...

Just got this in, so wanted to share:

AWARENESSVeteran MD Drops Bombshell At Michigan’s 5G Small Cell Tower Legislation Hearing

KOWS all-volunteer, non-profit radio has been serving Sonoma County since 2008 with a variety of music, talk, and live in-studio performances.

We need a new studio space we can move into by...

45081This notice is being posted on behalf of residents of 575 Petaluma Avenue housing complex who are suffering from cancers, neurological and other illnesses. Others have died recently. Their...

The following is just in from a friend in Texas, where I used to live. Let's keep up the pressure. The Kavanaugh issue may lead to the downfall of Trump. Please also listen to Amy Goodman, whose...

I am forwarding a message from 350 Sonoma. Please read the two items in blue below. Thanks!


Subject: Write postcards and/or send texts to flip the house/senate to Democrats!

Hi All -

At ...

This is Senator Mazie Hirono from the great state of Hawaii. I'm one of four women on the Senate Judiciary Committee.

I'm writing to you today because I am angry. I am angry at the way Senate...

This message was sent to Shepherd Bliss by Ai-jen Poo, NDWA through MoveOn's public petition website.

I can't stop thinking about Dr. Christine Blasey Ford, who courageously came forward to share...

Heads up, indeed! :wavatcha:

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Sebastopol police launch crosswalk sting operation
By Laura Hagar Rush, Sonoma West Editor,...

Dear fellow Wacco progressives, We've all been noticing the steady erosion of civil liberties around us and the decline of availability of 'uncommercialized' news. THIS is perhaps the most egregious...

This awful stuff shouldn't be happening to people who need care. And I know there are many, many IHSS workers who never do any of this rip off stuff but the ones that do shouldn't just be out there...

It is a minefield. IHSS has not had providers for me for years: they tell me to find my own! I have been blessed to have had several really fine helpers, but you must be very careful. I do not trust...

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One year ago this weekend, white nationalists descended upon Charlottesville, Virginia for a "Unite the Right" protest. Their goal: build tension, create chaos, and create a platform for...

From Santa Rosa City Councilmember Julie Combs:

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Last night I announced at our Santa Rosa City Council meeting that I will not be running for election in our new City...

Thank you to Julie Johnson of the Press-Democrat for her article about the State Bar's investigation of DA Ravitch. Of course, Julie could not cover details in a brief report, so I have attached to...

I was made to feel uncomfortable sipping coffee with a friend outside Andy's Market on Saturday morning. with Two stocky police officers seated near us. Both appeared to be wearing bulletproof vests...

Try Sonoma County Adult Protective Services. There are really good people there.

https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/Human-Services/Adult-and-Aging-Division/

APS hotline +1-800-667-0404

Greetings!

Maybe someone can please steer me in the right direction-as I am ready to rip my hair out.

Both my Mother and I are IHSS clients. My Mother passed in 2016, so I decided to switch to...

If ever there was a form of terrorism, it is babies and other children being taken from their parents, such as is happening in Texas, as described and documented below. And these people call...

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The Sebastopol City Council voted unanimously on May 15 to subsidize fares for all riders on Route 24, The Sebastopol Shuttle, through June 30, 2019.

The “Fare-Free” program went into...

Progressive Sebastopol Voter Guide Recommendation for June 5, 2018 Primary

Remember Andy Lopez = Vote John Mutz for Sheriff!

Historic Opportunity to Transform Policy of Shoot First and Ask...

While John Mutz may have not shined in public speaking at some events(He did at others), What I know is that he cares deeply! He is a part of a community that welcomes diversity, is TOTALLY for...