Weekly roundup for August 30, 2024

Today's digest provides helpful and important updates on the following:

1. Latest edition of SoCo Correspondent available now
2. International Overdose Awareness Day event Aug. 31
3. Free e-waste recycling Sept. 13 - 15
4. Voter registration still available for Nov. 5 election
5. This week's podcast
6. Other Sonoma County news of note

Latest edition of SoCo Correspondent now available

In the latest edition of SoCo Correspondent, read about the County's investment to cut utility costs while reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Also learn about the expansion of flights at Sonoma County airport, a fun and educational event coming to the coast, and a free livestream concert by Juilliard musicians performing from inside the Sonoma County jail.

Read more at https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/sococorrespondent

Explore SoCo Correspondent, SoCo Chat, follow us on social media or browse over 20 County newsletters to stay connected with local initiatives, achievements and future plans. Get all the updates at:
https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/county-administrators-office/sonoma-county-communications

International Overdose Awareness Day event August 31

International Overdose Awareness Day offers a chance to honor those who have been lost, share the stories of grieving families and friends, and find strength in community. The event will include an interactive art installation, access to vital resources and a candlelight vigil for reflection and healing.

Come together to break the silence and stigma surrounding overdose and substance use. These issues have touched so many lives, and it's time to face them with compassion and understanding.

When: Saturday, Aug. 31, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Where: 1430 Neotomas Ave., Santa Rosa

This event is free to attend, with light food and beverages provided. Reserve your spot for this powerful evening of awareness, support and community:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/international-overdose-awareness-day-tickets-914008834027?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

Learn about the underlying causes of opioid addiction and how we can address this epidemic in the latest episode of SoCo Chat, Sonoma County's podcast series.

Free e-waste recycling September 13 - 15

Zero Waste Sonoma and Conservation Corps North Bay are hosting free E-waste Recycling Events on Friday, Sept. 13 through Sunday, Sept. 15 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Rohnert Park Community Center, 5401 Snyder Lane in Rohnert Park. On Saturday, Sept. 14, the event includes free mattress recycling. No appointment necessary.

ACCEPTED ITEMS: Working and non-working TVs, office equipment, cell phones, tablets, microwaves, printers, computers, laptops, stereos, game consoles, cords and more.

NOT ACCEPTED: Appliances, batteries and fluorescent lamps.

MATTRESSES: (Saturday only) Items ACCCEPTED include clean and dry mattresses of any size, box springs and futons. Limit of three units per vehicle, per day. Soiled or wet mattresses, futon frames or bedding are not accepted.

For more information, please visit https://zerowastesonoma.gov/e-waste-disposal

Got voting questions?

There's still time to get all the answers before the Nov. 5 election. Whether you need to register, check your status or find your nearest vote center, please visit:
https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/clerk-recorder-assessor-registrar-of-voters/registrar-of-voters.

This week's podcast

The Opioid Epidemic - A conversation with the County of Sonoma's Substance Use Disorder Services Manager, Will Gayowski, who discusses the underlying causes of opioid addiction and how we can address this epidemic.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JCd3maEM93k&t=196s

Other Sonoma County news of note

Seasonal Russian River bridge closed after dam failure
https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/seasonal-russian-river-bridge-closed-after-dam-failure

County halts enforcement of all-electric building code after U.S. District Court ruling
https://permitsonoma.org/countyhaltsenforcementofall-electricbuildingcodeafterusdistrictcourtruling

Sonoma County's higher-than-average suicide rates to be focus of September 7 'Connection is Prevention' event
https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/sonoma-countys-higher-than-average-suicide-rates-to-be-focus-of-september-7-connection-is-prevention-event