Cittaslow is a growing network of 135 towns in 20 countries that have adopted a set of common goals and principles to preserve and enhance the quality of life for their residents and visitors. Cittaslow originated out of the concerns of four mayors for preserving the unique identities and sustainability of their small towns. It was formed in Italy in 1999, with the contribution of Carlo Petrini, founder of Slow Food.
Cittaslow is about:
- Demonstrating a sense of caring and concern for your town, its residents, and its visitors.
- Preserving your town’s individual personality, characteristics, and nature.
Incorporating state of the art technologies without forfeiting traditional heritage.
- Preserving a good quality of life for future generations, assuring a clean environment, fair production, and healthy food for all.
Cittaslow and Sonoma
What is Cittaslow?
Our Mission
Cittaslow Sonoma Valley’s mission is to be a catalyst for sustainable well-being for all.
Cittaslow Sonoma Valley is about:
- Preserving and enhancing the quality of life for all residents of Sonoma Valley.
- Improving and preserving the environment, supporting healthy food,
increasing sustainable energy production, social inclusion, and promoting shared responsibility for our community’s well-being.
- Supporting local farmers, artisans, and commerce.
- Supporting programs to facilitate family life and create community connection.
Sonoma Valley was designated the first Cittaslow in the USA on November 28, 2009, in Abbiategrasso, Italy. A community-wide celebration took place in Sonoma on January 27, 2010, with Cittaslow International President Gian Luca Marconi, and Director Pier Giorgio Oliveti presenting Cittaslow certification.
Cittaslow Sonoma Valley is about:
- Preserving and enhancing the quality of life for all residents of Sonoma Valley.
- Improving and preserving the environment, supporting healthy food,
increasing sustainable energy production, social inclusion, and promoting shared responsibility for our community’s well-being.
- Supporting local farmers, artisans, and commerce.
- Supporting programs to facilitate family life and create community connection.
Sonoma Valley was designated the first Cittaslow in the USA on November 28, 2009, in Abbiategrasso, Italy. A community-wide celebration took place in Sonoma on January 27, 2010, with Cittaslow International President Gian Luca Marconi, and Director Pier Giorgio Oliveti presenting Cittaslow certification.
Cittaslow Advisory Board is forming
The Cittaslow Advisory Board is now forming! The Advisory Board will meet three times a year over an enjoyable working dinner for the purpose of soliciting input on plans and to provide feedback to the Board of Directors. The Advisory Board plays a key role in setting the direction for Cittaslow Sonoma Valley. If you would like to be an Advisory Board Member, please be sure to let us know!
Our Projects for 2011/12
Sonoma Jacks Local Currency
Cittaslow Sonoma Valley is developing Sonoma Valley's own currency called "Sonoma Jacks." We are forming the Steering Committee for this effort and will announce it in Fall 2011. Net proceeds from use of the currency and sale of proof sets will go to the Redwood Empire Food Bank.
Other projects include:
"A Cittaslow Sonoma Valley Event" Program
Cittaslow Sonoma Valley Dinners
Sonoma Valley Arbor Week
Educational Outreach Programs
Click here for more info.
Cittaslow Sonoma Valley is developing Sonoma Valley's own currency called "Sonoma Jacks." We are forming the Steering Committee for this effort and will announce it in Fall 2011. Net proceeds from use of the currency and sale of proof sets will go to the Redwood Empire Food Bank.
Other projects include:
"A Cittaslow Sonoma Valley Event" Program
Cittaslow Sonoma Valley Dinners
Sonoma Valley Arbor Week
Educational Outreach Programs
Click here for more info.