Situated just 55 miles north of San Francisco and 30 miles east of the Pacific Ocean, Santa Rosa is the hub of trade, government, commerce, and medical facilities for the North Bay area, serving as the seat of Sonoma County. The area boasts over a hundred wineries and vineyards, many picturesque parks and recreational facilities, and 16 golf courses. Despite having big-city amenities such as a symphony, performing arts center, theater productions, and internationally acclaimed restaurants, Santa Rosa maintains its small-town charm and hospitality. Incorporated in 1868, Santa Rosa is a charter city operating under a Council-Manager form of government. Policy-making and legislative authority are vested in the City Council, consisting of seven members, all of whom are elected at-large on a