# Sonoma Valley Community Advisory Commission 09-23-26


**Body:** SonomaTV
**Date:** September 22, 2026
**Jurisdiction:** SLED

**Tags:** Construction & Infrastructure, Public Safety, Physical Infrastructure, Emergency Response


The Sonoma Valley Community Advisory Commission meeting on September 23, 2026, focused primarily on community infrastructure and public safety projects. Key procurement-related discussions centered on the modernization of the Kenwood Fire Station, including a detailed presentation of the project scope, design, and funding. The project involves renovating and expanding the existing fire station to accommodate full-time staffing and modern firefighting needs, with a construction timeline from March 2027 to December 2027. The commission approved the proposal presentation, indicating readiness to proceed. Additionally, public comments addressed a $25.4 million roundabout project at Highway 121 and 8th Street East, with community members requesting a fair comparison study with a less costly signalized alternative. The meeting also included updates on fire safety initiatives, mutual aid, and community preparedness, but no new procurement actions were reported beyond the fire station modernization.

**Source:** SonomaTV