Construction started this week on stage one of the six-stage roundabout project at the intersection of Windsor Road and Windsor River Road. Detours are in place: Windsor River Road is closed to vehicular traffic north and south between the intersection and Marshall Way. Pedestrian access to businesses along this stretch will be maintained. 

Work is being done Mondays – Fridays from 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM, not including holidays. Signs and orange safety cones are in place to help detour traffic and flaggers will also help with traffic flow.

New video explains project: We created a short video summarizing the year-long construction project, including its history and work to date. To watch the video, click the image above or go to: https://youtu.be/LZGA6XI_x6o.

More information, including a detour map and regular construction updates, can be found at: https://bit.ly/WRRroundabout.

Summer Nights on the Green Kicks Off Tonight

The return of Summer Nights on the Green -- the Town of Windsor’s Thursday summertime tradition -- kicks off tonight, August 26.

Welcome, Charlie Brown: The outdoor market starts at 5 PM. At 5:30 PM, the Town Council will welcome the new Charlie Brown statue, located near the southwest corner of the Town Green, and recognize Windsor Parks and Recreation Foundation (People4Parks) and artist Amber Rankin. Please join us! The concert featuring the southern-rock band Southbound will begin at 6 PM.

The Town of Windsor would also like to send a special, heartfelt thank you to all the Spotlight Sponsors of this seven-week series. We couldn't do it without you.

Join the Saving Water Challenge

It's the last week to join Sonoma County Water Agency’s Saving Water Challenge! We are in a severe drought, so see how many of the 31 water-saving tips you can adopt to reduce water use inside and outside your home. 

If you enter the challenge, you'll be eligible for prizes such as a high-efficiency clothes washer, smart irrigation controller and home water monitor. The deadline to submit your entry is 11:59 PM on August 31. Complete the Saving Water Challenge by going to: savingwaterpartnership.org/challenge. 

Drainage Projects:
Dawn Way/Old Redwood Hwy and Hall Park 

The Town's Public Works Department and engineering consultant GHD have started the design phase of two priority drainage projects to reduce flooding.

One project involves a drainage bypass culvert beneath the intersection of Old Redwood Highway and Dawn Way. The other project involves modifications to Hall Park to allow stormwater capture via a detention basin. This latter project will be done in collaboration with the Town’s Parks and Recreation Department. Exploratory boring will occur in September and construction is planned for the summer/fall of 2022.

Work With Us:
Parks & Rec Part-Time Job Openings

Are you looking for a part-time job or do you know someone who is?

Please consider working with the Town's Parks and Recreation Department, which has several job openings, including recreation leader, facility attendant, and lifeguard. Apply online: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/windsorca. If you have questions about any of the openings, please call (707) 838-1260.

Closure of Town's Oil Recycling Center

The Windsor Town Council voted on August 18 to permanently close the Town’s oil recycling facility. However, you still have several options to recycle/dispose your oil:

Curbside Pickup: Go to Zero Waste Sonoma to  learn how to schedule a curbside pickup: https://zerowastesonoma.gov/recycle-dispose/residents/curbside-services-motor-oil-and-filter-recycling

Alternate Disposal Locations: Go to O’Reilly Auto Parts, Pick-N-Pull or Walmart Tire & Lube Xpress during business hours. For more oil-disposal locations, go to: https://zerowastesonoma.gov/materials/motor-oil-and-filters

Nov. 30 Household Hazardous Waste Event: This Zero Waste Sonoma event will be held from 4-8 PM on Monday, Nov. 30. Go here for more household hazardous waste events: https://zerowastesonoma.gov/recycle-dispose/residents/hhw-collection-events

Recycle your oil with these steps:

• Change your oil and drain your filter for 48 hours.
• Please do not contaminate motor oil with other materials such as antifreeze, brake fluid, engine cleaner, fuel, hydraulic fluid or water.
• Transfer oil to an oil-recycling container or a clean, dry plastic jug with a screw-on lid.
• Place oil filter in a zip closure bag. Place both the filter and the bag next to your blue cart for pickup.
• Call the hauler for your area before setting out items: (707) 795-7470.

Windsor COPE: Harden Your Home Against Wildfires

The new community group, Windsor COPE (Citizens Organized to Prepare for Emergencies), had its second public meeting via Zoom yesterday, August 25. Local police and fire gave a presentation on how to harden your home against wildfires and provided information on evacuation zones. Home-hardening tips include installing dual-pane windows and making sure your home address number is clear and visible to first responders.

The presentation was recorded and will be available soon at the Windsor COPE website: https://www.sonomacountyfd.org/town-of-windsor-cope. We welcome you to learn more and help your neighbors when wildfires or other disasters happen. 

Sept. 6: Town Offices Closed for Labor Day

Town of Windsor offices will be closed on Monday, September 6, in observance of Labor Day. Virtual operations will resume on Tuesday, September 7. For sewer and water emergencies or Town service-related emergency situations, please call (707) 838-1000.

Labor Day started in the late 19th century, when labor activists pushed for a federal holiday to recognize the many contributions workers made to make America a success. The first Labor Day holiday was celebrated on September 5, 1882, in New York City. Learn more about the holiday: https://www.dol.gov/general/laborday/history

New Shade Structure for CrossFit Outpace

The Town's Planning Division recently approved a new shade structure for CrossFit Outpace at 335 Windsor River Rd. This open-air structure will allow outdoor training to continue and help keep the business open if COVID-19 once again closes indoor operations.

CrossFit Outpace has been using a temporary shade structure for more than a year to allow for outdoor training in compliance with public health guidelines. Fitness training will continue to take place indoors, as allowed.

Town of Windsor Facility & Park Rentals

Looking for a space to host your next family gathering or your special event? The Town of Windsor has a variety of parks and indoor-space options for your event and the Recreation Division is now accepting applications for park and facility rentals. 

Applications are accepted up to a year in advance, so you can book your space now for next summer. Go here to learn more: https://www.townofwindsor.com/985/Rentals.