Vintana—New Resident Info

Moving to a new home is an exciting time, but before you can sit back and enjoy your new Ryder Home, don’t forget to establish the necessities.

All utilities have been installed and are being provided by the builder until the close of escrow. It will be the homeowner’s responsibility to transfer service into the homeowner’s name no later than 24 hours after the close of escrow. CAUTION: If the transfer is not completed 24 hours after the close of escrow, service will be disconnected and the homeowner will be responsible for additional reconnect charges as well as any current charges.

ELECTRICITY
There is a connection fee, plus a deposit. The deposit is refunded with interest after one (1) year of good payment record. For hook-up or other information, contact Pacific Gas & Electric Company by calling (800) 743-5000.

WATER & SEWER
There is a deposit required. Your deposit is refundable after one (1) year of good payment record.  For hook-up or other information, contact The City of Windsor by calling (707) 838-1004 or visiting 9291 Old Redwood Hwy. Building 300 A, Windsor, CA.

GARBAGE SERVICES
For service and pick up days, contact West Sonoma County Garbage Agency by calling (707) 586-5545 or visiting 3417 Standish Ave. Santa Rosa, CA.

TELEPHONE
There may be a refundable deposit required, as well as an installation charge. Contact AT&T by calling (800) 310-2355.

POST OFFICE
Is located at 8800 Lakewood Drive, Windsor, CA.  Contact (707) 838-6531. Your new zip code is 95492.

CABLE
There may be a refundable deposit required, as well as an installation charge. Contact Comcast at (800) 945-2288.

VOTER REGISTRATION
Must reside in the state of California. In Sonoma County, a person must register 15 days before an election in order to vote. To register, contact The Town of Windsor (707) 838-1000 or visit 9291 Old Redwood Hwy. Bldg 400, Windsor, CA.

CALIFORNIA DRIVER’S LICENSE
The requirements for getting a California state driver’s license include California proof of insurance, a social security card, proof of legal presence in the United States, and proof of age. A written test and eye examination must be taken. There is no need for a road test if the person has a valid driver’s license from any other state and less than three (3) citations in the last four (4) years.

For more information, contact the Department of Motor Vehicles at (800) 777-0133 or visit 2570 Corby Ave. Santa Rosa, CA.

Office Hours:  Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday—8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
                        Wednesday—9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

VEHICLE REGISTRATION
The state requires proper state’s registration, title (only if you plan to change title), and vehicle identification number. California requires a smog inspection on vehicles newer than 1976. California also requires proof of insurance and proof of sales- tax paid (if vehicle has not been previously registered). California allows a new resident 20 days to register his/her vehicle before fines can be implemented.

For further information, contact the Department of Motor Vehicles at (800) 777-0133 or visit 2570 Corby Ave. Santa Rosa, CA.

University Residency
Sonoma State University: 1801 East Cotati Ave., CA. (707) 664-2880
Santa Rosa Junior Collage: 1501 Mendocino Ave., CA. (707) 527-4011

School Enrollment
All new students need their birth certificates as proof of identity, and must be immunized for Diphtheria, Tetanus, Whooping cough, Polio, Rubella, and Rubeola (Measles). Must be five (5) years of age on or before September 30 to enter kindergarten. Must be six (6) years of age on or before September 30 to enter first grade.

For enrollment in elementary, middle, or high school, contact Windsor Unified School District (707) 837-7707 or visit 9291 Old Redwood Hwy. Windsor, CA.

Elementary Schools
Brooks: 750 Natalie Dr. Windsor, CA (707) 837-7717

Windsor Creek: 8955 Conde Ln, Windsor, CA (707) 837-7757

Middle Schools
Windsor Oaks Academy: 8695 Windsor Rd, Windsor, CA (707) 837-7771 x268
Cali Calmecac Charter: 9491 Starr Rd, Windsor, CA (707) 837-7747
Windsor Middle School: 9500 Brooks Rd S, Windsor, CA (707) 837-7737

High School
Windsor High School: 8695 Windsor Rd, Windsor, CA (707) 837-7767 x109

Pets
Dogs must be licensed with current rabies certificates.
Contact: The Town of Windsor, Civic Center Bldg. 300, Windsor, CA (707) 565-7100

Local Newspapers
Windsor Times—5 Mitchell Lane, Healdsburg, CA. (707) 838-9211

Medical Facilities
Kaiser Permanente—401 Bicentennial Way, Santa Rosa, CA. (707) 566-5769