It was a great time at the Center of Domestic Peace’s 2nd Annual Panel Discussion and Purple Ribbon Awards at the College of Marin! Thank you to the Center for Domestic Peace for your dedication towards serving and protecting our communities!

We had an amazing turn-out yesterday at the Coffee and Chat with Mill Valley Mayor Max Perrey and Vice Mayor Caroline Joachim!  Thank you to everyone who stopped by and shared your insights and questions! It is always a pleasure connecting with the community! #AD12!

Yesterday I joined events across #AD12. Starting with the Alzheimer’s Association’s Sonoma-Marin Walk, then visiting Santa Rosa PD’s gun buyback, where 583 firearms were safely surrendered! and finally celebrating the Golden Gate Village Revitalization Project. Grateful to all our local partners!

Thank you to everyone who joined our Coffee and Chat with Latino Service Providers in #SantaRosa! I also wanted to thank Santa Rosa Mayor Mark Stapp for dropping by! Latino Service Providers is an amazing organization that provides critical resources and services to our local communities!

Proud to provide remarks at the North Coast Regional Meeting of California’s Wildfire & Forest Resilience Task Force alongside Tribal leaders, local partners, and wildfire resilience experts. It is a privilege to work with many partners to ensure that we are strong leader in wildfire resilience!

My September 2026 Newsletter is out! This issue includes all of my bills that have been signed into law this year, AD 12 budget wins, El Niño resources and more. Read the 45th issue of my newsletter at: connolly.asmdc.org/newsletters

It was amazing to participate in the 30x30 Partnership Summit, which brought over 500 leaders from government, California Native Tribes and more. I was honored to share how I am working with partners at every level to advance California’s biodiversity and create more resilient communities!

Great to attend the Sonoma State University kickoff to the Nichols Hall Renovation! This project will help expand nursing programs by providing new clinical settings and larger study areas. This project was funded through the Sonoma State Commitment, which I helped champion this past year!

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I’d like to invite you to a Coffee and Chat on Tuesday, October 6th from 5:30pm-7:30pm at #MillValley’s first Tuesday’s artwalk! This will be a collaborative event with the Mayor of Mill Valley, Max Perrey and Vice Mayor Caroline Joachim! Hope to see you there!

It was a pleasure to join the American Council of Engineering Companies at their Excellence Awards event in #RohnertPark! It is an honor to have an amazing group of talented professionals working to enhance our Northbay Communities. Thank you for the opportunity to share about my work! #AD12!

The Santa Rosa Police Department will be collaborating with the Santa Rosa Police Foundation in hosting a community gun buyback event on Saturday, October 3rd, from 9:00am to 1:00 pm at the Santa Rosa Veterans Memorial Building. To learn more visit, www.srcity.org/m/newsflash/... Stay safe #AD12!

September is National Preparedness Month! This month take the time to prepare for incoming change in weather conditions by following a few steps listed below. Visit:  ReadyMarin.org or SocoEmergency.org to find your local emergency resources! #AD12!

It was a great experience touring beaver coexistence sites with Secretary Crowfoot other partners. AB 2196, made the state’s Beaver Coexistence Program permanent, and secured grant funding. We are now seeing projects implemented throughout the state that allow beavers and people to live in harmony.

The California Environmental Protection Agency has created a Youth Council as an advisory body under the Agency. This is an amazing opportunity for you to help shape statewide environmental policy! The application closes on Monday, September 21st. Register here: calepa.ca.gov/youthcouncil/

I’d like to invite you to a Coffee and Chat on Friday, October 2nd from 9:30AM-11:00AM in #SantaRosa! This will be a collaborative event with Latino Service Providers! Come share your thoughts about current events and learn more about the work we are doing! Hope to see you there!

Proud to stand with our firefighters and first responders in a press conference to demand Governor Newsom sign AB 1383! This bill improves pensions for firefighters and law enforcement - the people who keep our streets safe and protect our communities from fire!

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Great to go on a tour of the Caritas Center with Catholic Charities of Northwest California in #SantaRosa! This center operates as a comprehensive unhoused regional support hub. Thank you so much to the Caritas Center for providing access to PPP

I had an amazing time celebrating Audubon California’s 30th Anniversary! Audubon is a lead advocate for our wildlife and natural spaces. I’m grateful to call them a close partner in strengthening environmental protections and conserving our habitats. Thank you for all your support!

Today marks the 25th anniversary of 9/11. We honor our first responders for their bravery and to those who gave their lives courageously in the line of duty. The effects of this day are still felt throughout our country. Let’s continue to strive for peace, justice and compassion for all.

This Tuesday, I hosted an Alzheimer’s virtual community event alongside the Alzheimer’s Association. This was an amazing way to connect with the community and share about how we can improve support for a loved one diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. Thank you to everyone who joined!

Great way to celebrate Labor Day by providing remarks at North Bay Labor Council’s Annual Breakfast and Fundraiser! Today we honor our hardworking families who serve our communities and help them grow. From healthcare workers to teachers to service workers, we thank you all for your dedication.

Now that the legislative session has concluded, I’m proud to report that 12 of my bills have been sent to the Governor for his signature! I have always made it my goal to represent #AD12 and make sure your voice is heard. To read my latest press release, visit: a12.asmdc.org/press-releases

Happy end of session #AD12! My 2026 August Newsletter is out! This 44th issue includes information about the bills I have passed this year, a highlight of other important legislation, our Departing Members’ Ceremony, and more. To read my newsletter, visit: connolly.asmdc.org/newsletters

I had a great time at the 5th Annual African Soul Festival in #Rohnertpark visiting our local organizations and businesses! This event was a celebration of the rich culture, food and music of Africa. Thank you to everyone who participated in this amazing community event!

Yesterday, I managed passing SB 954 off the Assembly floor with 50 votes. Authored by Senator Blakespear, this bill creates environmental and public health guardrails for advanced manufacturing projects and ensures they have to go through thoughtful environmental review.

Great to run into members of our North Bay local councilmember delegation in the Capitol today as we wrap up the legislative session this week!

Join me on Tuesday, September 8th from 10:00am-11:30 a.m., for a virtual community forum with the Alzheimer’s Association! If you or a loved one has Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia and would like to join, register at: tinyurl.com/caringcommunity26

Thank you to Amelia Stafford for sharing your story and advocating for the protection of youth e-bike riders across the state. Amelia’s testimony was instrumental in AB 1778’s passage. To read more about her story, visit: www.marinij.com/2026/08/19/m...