For Immediate Release: July 15, 2010

Sonoma County Wins Top Honors at State Fair

Santa Rosa, California (July 15, 2010) - Sonoma County’s 2010 presentation at the California State Fair won a Gold Medal and a Best Agricultural Display Award. California counties create representative displays to be showcased at the Annual State Fair held in Sacramento each year. Sonoma County’s theme this year was “Healthy Farms, Healthy Foods.” The County’s display reflected the incredible diversity of the local economy and agricultural bounty for which the County is world renowned.

“Healthy Farms, Healthy Foods” Agricultural Display

County Administrator Veronica Ferguson commented, Sonoma County has world class agriculture and we are very proud to highlight it at every opportunity. Our State Fair display reflects our pride in both the incredible locally grown products and the role they play in preserving and enhancing our quality of life. Today’s awards are feathers in the cap of Sonoma County.

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About the County of Sonoma

The County of Sonoma is comprised of 26 departments and agencies that provide a full range of services to the community. It encompasses over 1,600 square miles and is home to more than 475,000 residents. Sonoma County government has a history of providing excellent and responsive public service while operating under sound fiscal principles.

Located less than one hour north of San Francisco, Sonoma County combines in one location the beautiful Pacific coastline, award-winning wineries, majestic redwoods, historic towns, fine dining, and a wide variety of entertainment and cultural activities.

Contact Information

Contact:

Jim Leddy

Community and Governmental Affairs Manager

County Administrator’s Office

County of Sonoma

Address:

575 Administration Drive, Suite 104 A

Santa Rosa, CA 95403

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Email:

jleddy@sonoma-county.org

Phone:

(707) 565-2190 Work

Fax:

(707) 565-3778 Work Fax

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