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“We are your neighbors….” by Padi Selwyn

Published in the Press Democrat and Sonoma West. by Padi Selwyn The overflowing crowd at the Nov.16 County Workshop on winery events illustrated how deeply the community cares about the need to preserve our agricultural landscapes and rural character of Sonoma County.  Sadly, the Sonoma County Vintners stated that they will oppose any effort to …

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“Dear Tennis…..take measures to stop unmitigated winery/vineyard growth before our beautiful home is changed beyond recognition.”

Dear Tennis; I am a 30-year resident of Sonoma county living on a formerly quiet country road in Sebastopol. Due largely to wine-related tourism, my road has become like a freeway. I oppose the roll-out of the red carpet to nearly anyone wishing to plant a vineyard or build an event center. Our narrow, pothole-ridden …

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Sonoma Valley perspective, it’s the CUMULATIVE IMPACTS!

Tennis Wick, PRMD Staff, and the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors: I am writing to point out that we are at a tipping point. Despite studies, suggested event coordination, and added regulation, we continue to see the race to acquire and expand winery production and wineries as large event centers. The County General Plan projected …

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