7am Networking starts | 7:30am program begins
Join us for an upbeat, forward-looking December program featuring the leaders shaping the future of development in our region. We are excited to welcome Hugh Futrell, Scott Orr (Santa Rosa’s new Director of Planning), and Gabe Osborn, Director of Planning & Economic Development for the City of Santa Rosa.
This program will focus on the positive momentum underway in planning, permitting, and development, highlighting what is changing, what is improving, and what businesses can expect moving into 2026.
Come meet the new Permit Sonoma Director and hear directly about what’s changing inside Permit Sonoma, what improvements are already in motion, and how the department is working to streamline processes and better support development across the county.
Attendees will hear updates on:
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New leadership direction in city planning
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Improvements coming to permitting and development processes
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Policy and workflow changes that matter for builders, businesses, and property owners
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What to expect region-wide in 2026 and beyond
This is a must-attend program for local businesses, developers, community partners, and anyone invested in the future of Sonoma County’s growth and economic vitality.
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