In this edition of the Insider:

Wastewater Treatment Plant Recognition

Windsor Day Parade, Festival & Concert

Windsor NEXT Community Workshop

Learn Lifesaving Skills

Landscaping with Native Plants

Special Fall Family Movie on the Town Green

Join Our Team

Meetings and Workshops

Windsor Ready! Emergency Preparedness

A Message from Town Partners

The Town of Windsor’s Wastewater Treatment Plant was recently featured in Treatment Plant Operator (TPO) Magazine, a national magazine dedicated to advances in municipal wastewater treatment and operations.

The article focused on the wastewater treatment plant’s Net Zero Goals:

• Recycling 100% of its treated wastewater
• Converting 100% of its solids to a sustainable biochar product
• Operating with 100% renewable energy



The article in TPO Magazine can be found here. You can find out more about the Wastewater Treatment Plant’s Net Zero plans on the Town’s website.

Planning to attend the Windsor Day Parade Festival & Concert?

Here are a few important tips and reminders:

• FREE SHUTTLE to the Town Green from Windsor Middle School only. The shuttle will operate beginning from 9AM to 3:30PM. Due to the parade route and staging areas, there is no shuttle from Windsor High School.
• FREE BIKE VALET at the Town Green near the corner of Market St. & McClelland Dr.
• Bring your chair and blankets to enjoy the music after the parade. Please note the setup rules are listed on the Town website.
• No setup is allowed prior to 5 AM. Low chairs only in the two lawn wedges nearest to the stage. Canopies are allowed behind the timeline walk. 

To view the set-up rules map: https://www.townofwindsor.com/1137/Additional-Event-Information

To view the parade route: https://www.townofwindsor.com/1393/Windsor-Day-Parade-Fall-Concert

Schedule of Events

• 10AM - Parade Begins at Windsor High School
• 11:30AM - Festival and Concert begins at the Town Green
• 11:30AM - 12:30PM - Local band GAS MONEY
• 1PM – 3PM - WONDERBREAD 5

The Town of Windsor needs your help to improve walking, biking, transit, and driving in town. Please join us on October 5, at 6PM for an in-person meeting to discuss how we can improve access, safety, and mobility for everyone in Windsor.

The workshop will be held at Town Hall in the Council Chambers located 9291 Old Redwood Highway, Building 400.

The work from this project will build on previous studies, plans, and reports, including:

• Connecting Central Windsor
• Class I Trails Study
• Vision Zero Plan
• Old Redwood Highway Corridor Enhancement Plan
• Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan
• Safe Routes to School

For more information click on the link to the documents https://www.townofwindsor.com/1090/DocumentsStandards.

Windsor COPE, Sonoma County Fire District, and the Town of Windsor are sponsoring a free training for Windsor residents on Saturday, October 7, from 10AM to 12PM at Huerta Gym, 9291 Old Redwood Hwy, Suite 200.



All interested residents, please pre-register at https://bit.ly/WindsorCPRTraining to save a spot. Certification will not be issued with this training, and you will need to sign a Town of Windsor waiver on the day of, to participate. If you have any questions, contact Karen Hancock at KHancock@sonomacountyfd.org. 

Please join the Town of Windsor and Habitat Corridor Project on October 7, at the Windsor Regional Library at 10AM for a FREE CA native plants workshop, open to all Windsor residents.

Join landscape architect April Owens, as she shares her knowledge of the benefits of planting California natives. All participants will leave the workshop with an in-depth guide and a new understanding of how to bring a native landscape to your own home yards.

Join us for the first FALL Family Movie on the Green on Friday, October 13, with a double feature of Hocus Pocus 1 and Hocus Pocus 2!

The fun kicks off at 5PM with free kids' activities, treats, and more. This is a family-friendly event and costumes are encouraged!

The first movie will begin approximately 15 minutes after sunset, around 6:45PM. 

For more information regarding this event, please call the Parks and Recreation Department at (707) 838-1260.

An important step in being prepared and ready for an emergency is to build a support network by reaching out to your family, friends, and neighbors. This is especially true for older adults who are at “greater risks when it comes to the multitude of extreme weather events and emergencies we now face, especially if they are living alone, low-income, have a disability, or live in rural areas”. 

Commit to being ready, plan, know your zones, and engage with others, especially your neighbors! Below find helpful resources and tools to keep you safe and Windsor Ready! 

Stay Informed

• Website https://www.townofwindsor.com/
• Facebook Facebook
• Nextdoor Nextdoor
• Windsor Ready! Emergency Preparedness Guide

Alerts & Notifications

• SoCoAlert – Sign up for alerts. https://socoemergency.org/get-ready/sign-up/
• Nixel – Text Windsor zip code 95492 to 888777 to OPT-IN or visit Resident - Nixle

Know Your Zone

• Windsor Evacuation Map & Safe Routes. Visit the interactive map to locate your zone https://www.townofwindsor.com/1247/Evacuation-Map-Lookup-Tool-Windsor-Safe-
• SoCoAlert – Interactive Countywide Evacuation Maps https://socoemergency.org/emergency/warnings-and-updates/

The Town of Windsor is looking for talented people. For information on open positions, click here for the full list. If you have questions about working for the Town, please reach out to our Human Resources team at hr@townofwindsor.com. 

Join our team! Go here to apply.

Here are some public meetings and workshops we would love for you to participate in. For more information on the agenda, click on the hyperlink to the corresponding meeting of interest. You can always find more meeting information on the calendar on the Town website homepage. 

Council Meetings

The Town Council meets on the first and third Wednesday of each month at 6PM.

• October 4, 6PM
• October 18, 6PM

Planning Commission Meetings

The Planning Commission meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 5:30PM.

• October 10, 5:30PM
• October 24, 5:30PM

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission meets on the second Wednesday of every month at 6PM.

• October 11, 6PM

Public Art Advisory Commission

The Public Art Advisory Commission meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month at 4:30PM.

• October 25, 4:30PM

Senior Citizen Advisory Commission

The Senior Citizen Advisory Commission meets quarterly, on the third Tuesday at 2PM. (January, April, July, October)

• October 17, 2PM

Zero Waste Sonoma in partnership with Conservation Corps North Bay will hold a free electronic E-Waste collection event on October 6 – 8, at Huerta Gym located at 9291 Old Redwood Highway. The event will be from 9AM – 5PM, no appointment is necessary. For more information and items accepted visit https://zerowastesonoma.gov/e-waste-disposal

On October 12, Santa Rosa Junior College will be hosting a Green Living & Repair Fair from 4PM – 6PM. For additional information on the event visit https://zerowastesonoma.gov/calendar/event/139712/

For additional events occurring in the month of October countywide visit https://zerowastesonoma.gov/calendar/2023/10

Sonoma Clean Power hosts Electric Vehicle Showcase

Are you interested in an EV but have questions? Sonoma Clean Power is hosting a free Electric Vehicle Showcase at the Advanced Energy Center, 741 Fourth Street, Santa Rosa, from 11AM - 4PM this Saturday, September 30. The event features guidance in English and Spanish on the advantages, features, charging options, and available rebates for popular EV models.

To see the schedule and RSVP for this free event visit: Sonoma Clean Power Electric Vehicle Showcase and Event Tickets | Eventbrite

Join us for Coffee with a Cop on Wednesday, October 4 from 12:30PM – 2:30PM at Oliver’s Market located at 9230 Old Redwood Hwy, Windsor.

Parent Project Classes!

The Parent Project classes are aimed for caretakers of strong-willed youth. Parent Project is a ten-week program (10/18/23 – 12/20/23) that provides parents and family members with the skills and tools to understand why boundaries are important (and loving), and how to create and maintain behavioral changes within the home to enhance safe boundaries for and with their children. Classes are being held one evening per week in Windsor. 

Classes will begin on October 18 at Windsor High in both English and Spanish. Registration cost is $45 per person with scholarships available. For more information visit www.parentproject.com or call (707) 714-1304. 

National Preparedness Month Wraps Up with a Commitment to Safety

As National Preparedness Month comes to a close, we want to express our gratitude to all of the Windsor community members who have actively participated in making our community safer and more resilient. This September, we've focused on enhancing our collective preparedness for emergencies and disasters.

Throughout the month, we've held workshops, distributed vital information at community events, and conducted emergency drills, all designed to empower you with the knowledge and tools necessary to safeguard your families and property. Your enthusiasm and engagement have been truly remarkable.

While National Preparedness Month may be ending, our commitment to Windsor’s safety remains unwavering. Remember, preparedness is not just a month-long effort but a continuous journey. Stay informed, know your zone, update your emergency plans, and assemble your emergency kits. Together, we can build a stronger, more resilient Town of Windsor.

Upcoming community events: 

• September 30 – We’ll see you at the Windsor Day Parade and be sure to stop by our booth on the Town Green after the Parade! We’ll have emergency preparedness information and lots of cool SWAG to take home.
• October 4 – Join us for International Walk & Roll to School Day, we’ll be walking to school with students throughout Windsor.
• October 7 - Join us, when we partner with Windsor COPE bringing life-saving training to our Windsor community members at Huerta Gym.