Author: City of Sacramento – admin account
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With the warm spring weather ushering in kitten season, the Front Street Shelter is in need of volunteers to help foster. “When kittens come to…
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Expanding its educational offerings, the City of Sacramento’s Office of Cannabis Management this summer partnered with Los Rios Community College District to offer a new…
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With the National Weather Service forecasting extended high temperatures this week, the City of Sacramento will activate the Outreach and Engagement Center (3615 Auburn Blvd.) and…
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Kevin Morgan, a neighborhood resource coordinator with the City’s Department of Community Response, understands the challenges many people experiencing homelessness face. He too has faced…
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With the National Weather Service forecasting high temperatures next week, the City of Sacramento will activate the Outreach and Engagement Center (3615 Auburn Blvd.) and…
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The City of Sacramento recently launched a new website for its Cannabis Opportunity Reinvestment and Equity (CORE) program, which is dedicated to assisting individuals facing…
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Every day in the city of Sacramento, an average of 80 million gallons of drinking water are produced – the equivalent of about 120 Olympic-sized…
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With the National Weather Service forecasting high temperatures this weekend, the City of Sacramento will activate the Outreach and Engagement Center (OEC) at 3615 Auburn…
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The Sacramento City Council on Aug. 1 voted unanimously to amend criteria on when to activate weather respite centers for residents, broadening it to include…
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The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory in Sacramento, forecasting highs of 99 to 111 and overnight lows in the 60s and upper…
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With the National Weather Service forecasting triple-digit temperatures for the coming days, the City of Sacramento is activating cooling centers to offer relief from the…
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The City of Sacramento this week is adding 60 tents to its temporary “safe ground” camping site in Miller Park to support unsheltered residents in…
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With the National Weather Service forecasting a heat advisory from Friday, June 30, through the evening of Sunday, July 2, many jurisdictions in the region…
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Working to support the legal cannabis industry and the health and safety of local neighborhoods, the Sacramento City Council on June 27 amended an existing…
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The City and County of Sacramento this past December entered into a historic partnership agreement to provide greater outreach, shelter and services to people experiencing…
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As summer approaches and the temperatures rise, the City of Sacramento is prepared to open weather-respite centers during extreme heat. Following its use as a…
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The City of Sacramento’s Outreach and Engagement Center played a key role in providing safe respite to unsheltered residents this winter, according to data provided…
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More than 150 people attended two recent community workshops regarding the possibility of allowing the social consumption of cannabis in Sacramento. The City of Sacramento’s…
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The Department of Utilities soon will begin maintenance work along critical infrastructure in the City’s flood control system. This maintenance will be similar to the…
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City of Sacramento Utilities staff are reminding residents that watering landscapes is not allowed for a 48-hour period after it rains more than one-eighth of…
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The City of Sacramento on Oct. 15 will host the Highwater Jamboree, its annual flood preparedness event. Attendees will be able to interact with flood-fighting equipment…
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The American Society of Civil Engineers on Sept. 17 will hold an event that recognizes the current Sacramento History Museum building — one with a…
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City of Sacramento staff and the State’s Save Our Water program are inviting people to an event called “Garden Work Day” on Sept. 17 to…
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The City of Sacramento and the Franklin Neighborhood Development Corporation are seeking artists to create two murals in the North City Farms neighborhood in southern Sacramento.…
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The City’s Department of Utilities this week will begin a project to “flush” water mains in many areas of the city to help maintain high…
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City of Sacramento staff are looking for applicants to fill a recently vacated position on the Utilities Rate Advisory Commission, which has seven members and…
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The City’s Department of Utilities will soon begin maintenance work along critical infrastructure in its flood control system, which includes ditches, creeks, canals and basins…
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City Utilities staff are hosting an in-person event on July 23 called the “Water Conservation Showcase” that will feature landscape designers, manufacturers, community organizations, and…
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With a season of summer boating ahead, City of Sacramento Department of Utilities staff are reminding people to keep waste and oils out of rivers.…
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A City of Sacramento program recently reached a milestone — helping people convert more than 1 million square feet of grass to drought-tolerant landscaping. According…
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The City of Sacramento’s Department of Utilities is inviting residents to attend an in-person workshop at 9 a.m. June 25 where they can learn how…
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As drought persists and the region and state face watering restrictions, City of Sacramento staff are reminding residents to keep their trees healthy. “Trees should…
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The City of Sacramento recently won a national challenge asking residents to pledge to save water. Sacramento residents helped win the annual contest — called…
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The Department of Utilities soon will perform a new round of maintenance work on its flood control system. The work will occur in nine areas…
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A new mural is being painted in downtown Sacramento, and staff from local, regional and statewide water agencies hope it will be a reminder that…
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City Utilities staff are inviting residents to attend a “Mulch Mayhem” on May 21 to get free mulch, which helps prevent evaporation, improve soil health…
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Congresswoman Doris Matsui last week announced the City of Sacramento Department of Utilities will receive $3.5 million in federal funding to help protect homes, businesses,…
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City of Sacramento staff are inviting people to participate in a series of events to help clean litter from community locations and waterways. The events…
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Property owners in the city of Sacramento have approved a measure that will help fund repairs and improvements to the City’s storm water system, which…
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Staff from the Sacramento Stormwater Quality Partnership are reminding people that free kits are available to help residents do neighborhood clean-ups. The kits are part…
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City of Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg this month is asking residents to participate in the National Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation, a water-saving contest held…
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Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday called on California water providers to increase water conservation measures as the state prepares for another dry summer. It was…
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The City’s Department of Utilities in April will begin maintenance work along critical infrastructure in the City’s flood control system, including water ditches near I-80,…
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Residents in the South Land Park area recently have experienced unpleasant odors caused by repair work occurring at a sewage facility near Fruitridge Road and…
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City Utilities staff on March 15 will host a webinar to help people learn about how to find water leaks in their homes and how…
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City Utilities staff are reminding residents that, starting March 1, landscapes can be watered twice a week rather than just once a week. This shift…
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The Sacramento City Council on Tuesday unanimously approved a measure that soon will be voted on by property owners to fund repairs and improvements to…
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The City’s Department of Utilities is offering grants to community groups to help pay for projects or programs that protect, restore or enhance rivers, creeks…
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The Department of Utilities later this month is scheduled to begin maintenance work on critical infrastructure in the City’s flood control system. Work areas will…
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The City of Sacramento’s Department of Utilities beginning this month will host a series of webinars on the “Water Pollution and Flood Prevention Measure,” a…
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The City’s Department of Utilities is inviting people to attend a webinar on Dec. 7 to learn how to prune their trees during the fall…
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The City of Sacramento’s Department of Utilities is reminding people that its water conservation rebates have been doubled, but only through Dec. 31. That means…
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As the holiday season approaches, City of Sacramento Utilities staff are reminding people that fat, oil and grease should never be put down the drain.…
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City Utilities staff are reminding residents that on Nov. 1 landscapes can be watered once a week rather than twice per week during summer months.…
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Sacramento residents for a limited time can purchase rain barrels at a discounted rate from the City’s Department of Utilities. Rain barrels collect water from…
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A storm system is expected to affect the Sacramento area this weekend with wind and rain likely to cause localized flooding and fallen tree branches.…
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The City of Sacramento is inviting people to attend a webinar on Oct. 28 where they can learn about how to prepare for flooding in…
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Several new recreational amenities now are available at McKinley Park, following the completion of a six-million gallon “vault” below ground to store stormwater and wastewater.…
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The Department of Utilities soon will begin maintenance work on the City’s flood-control system, including creeks, bridges and roads near Morrison Creek, Power Ridge Basin,…
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City Utilities staff are inviting people to attend its “Mulch Mayhem” on Sept. 25 to get free mulch, which helps improve soil health and prevent…
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The City of Sacramento is seeing an increase in calls reporting water waste, such as watering on the wrong day or letting water run off…
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The Sacramento City Council on Aug. 24 voted to declare a “Water Alert,” which increases fines for wasting water, restricts car washing and asks residents…
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City Utilities staff are inviting residents to attend a webinar at noon July 29 where they can learn how to use the latest “smart” irrigation technology…
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The City of Sacramento in response to drought conditions throughout the region has declared a “Water Watch,” the first of six stages in the Water…
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The City’s Department of Utilities has increased the amount of money people can receive from water conservation rebates, including grass conversions as well as irrigation…
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The Department of Utilities recently began maintenance work on the City’s flood-control system, including creeks, bridges and roads near Morrison Creek, Florin Creek, Union House…
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City Utilities staff are inviting people to attend a webinar at noon on June 25 where they can learn how to keep trees healthy as…
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The City recently has received calls from people about an “earthy” taste and odor to their drinking water. Utilities staff say it’s a common —…
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Utilities staff are inviting people to attend a City Council meeting on June 15 to provide their thoughts about the “Urban Water Management Plan,” a…
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People soon will be able to enjoy enhanced jogging paths, picnic areas and landscaping that are part of a project to improve portions of McKinley…
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City of Sacramento Utilities staff are inviting people to attend virtual “office hours” on May 26, where they can ask water efficiency experts about topics…
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The Sacramento region is expected to experience a dry year, and City Utilities staff are reminding residents of programs that can help them conserve water…
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City water conservation experts on March 30 will host a webinar to help people learn about a “10-minute challenge” to find as many water leaks…
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The City of Sacramento has been awarded $1.8 million in state funding to increase equity in its local cannabis industry. The funding — part of…
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The City’s Solid Waste and Recycling division offers customers up to two appointments per year to have certain kinds of household junk picked up at…
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These Sac Fire ‘mobile teams’ are bringing COVID-19 vaccinations to people experiencing homelessness
Sacramento Fire Department staff — working as a part of “mobile teams” — on Thursday vaccinated dozens of people against COVID-19, mostly in areas of…
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City Utilities staff are reminding residents that, during spring and summer months, landscapes can be watered twice a week rather than only once per week…
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City leaders, along with the Sacramento Fire Department, recently have been making COVID-19 vaccines available to underserved populations by offering vaccination clinics across Sacramento. The…
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The City Council on Tuesday unanimously voted to adopt a resolution condemning anti-Asian hate and discrimination in Sacramento. As part of the resolution, the City and…
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In response to limited veterinary services caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Front Street Animal Shelter will be hosting five drive-through clinics offering pet vaccines…
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The City’s Recycling and Solid Waste division on Feb. 1 changed when garbage, recycling and solid waste is collected for many of its customers in an effort…
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The effects of a storm on Jan. 26 can still be seen more than a week later as City crews work to clean up a…
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City crews today are still clearing debris after high winds on Tuesday brought down trees and branches throughout Sacramento. Public Works staff expect to work…
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City crews today are busy cleaning up after a weather system brought high winds and rain into the Sacramento area Tuesday. The National Weather Service…
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The City of Sacramento recently agreed to acquire two areas of land near Sutter’s Landing Park in northern downtown Sacramento that could be used for…
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A storm system is expected to affect the Sacramento area this week with wind and rain likely to cause downed tree limbs and some localized…
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City of Sacramento staff are reminding recycling and solid waste customers that the last day to place leaf piles on the street for collection is…
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The City of Sacramento was recently chosen to receive a $1.8 million grant to bring electric-vehicle programs to community centers and libraries, giving a boost…
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The City of Sacramento on Feb. 1 is changing when trash and recycling will be collected for many of its customers in an effort to…
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City Recycling & Solid Waste staff are reminding people that there are three ways to toss out their holiday tree — on the street, in…
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(Photo courtesy Oakland Department of Transportation) The City’s public works department soon will close up to six miles of Sacramento roads to through-traffic and make…
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City of Sacramento youth development staff are reminding young people on winter break that Youth Link, a website with more than 350 resources and activities,…
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Three new members of Sacramento City Council on Tuesday were officially sworn into office during a ceremony that was held virtually due to the pandemic.…
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The City of Sacramento has partnered with Crushing The Curve, an online resource and campaign designed to educate young people about mental and physical health…
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With the Greater Sacramento region falling below the 15% ICU capacity threshold, the area is set to enter a most restrictive phase of the State…
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City of Sacramento Utilities staff are reminding people to take precautions this year when cooking their holiday meals, as fat, oil and grease can cause…
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With cases of COVID-19 surging in California, the City of Sacramento has partnered with the Ford Motor Company Fund (Ford Fund) to distribute more than…
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It’s the time of year when temperatures cool down and people begin to use their fireplaces. But local officials have an important reminder: from Nov.…
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Front Street Animal Shelter’s annual Paws to Party fundraiser is going virtual this year, with a fun-filled “Howl-O-Ween” event scheduled for 6 p.m. on Oct.…
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How does the City prepare for climate change? Water experts answer questions at this Oct. 21 webinar
Experts from the City’s Department of Utilities on Oct. 21 will be discussing water conservation and sustainability during a public webinar that focuses on climate…
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You know that getting a glass of water can be as simple as turning on your faucet. But what you might not know is how…
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The City of Sacramento’s Department of Utilities on Oct. 21 will present a digital conference that highlights the often-overlooked value of clean water and the…
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The City’s Information Technology department on Sept. 24 received an award from Government Technology for recent improvements to its customer service experience, including a mobile…
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In 2018, the City of Sacramento hired its first Diversity and Equity Manager, Aimée Zenzele Barnes, to lead the City’s efforts to advance racial equity…
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With many of us spending more time at home these days, now is the perfect time to increase your water wisdom. The City’s Department of…
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The City of Sacramento’s Office of Emergency Management on Sept. 11 responded to a request for N95 masks from the Sacramento City Unified School District…
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A period of hot weather is expected to hit Sacramento starting Friday as the National Weather Services predicts high temperatures of 100+ degrees to last…
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In response to a forecast period of sustained hot weather by the National Weather Service, the City of Sacramento will open three cooling centers to…
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Sacramento youth now have a “one-stop shop” to find virtual opportunities, support and resources. As the coronavirus pandemic put restrictions on activities and opportunities for…
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The City in May began distributing 800,000 masks provided by the California Department of Public Health to Sacramento businesses to help staff and patrons adhere to…
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Construction crews on Aug. 3 completed the roof on the McKinley Water Vault, a six-million-gallon concrete tank that will temporarily store water in East Sacramento.…
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The Sacramento City Council on July 28 approved the reduction of speed limits on 24 street segments in Sacramento to make them safer for everyone…
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The City recently finished installing Wi-Fi at 12 parks in Sacramento which will bring free internet access to those who enjoy the outdoors. Wi-Fi has…
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The City’s Department of Utilities on July 28 will be hosting a webinar on its irrigation upgrade program, which offers rebates of up to $400…
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The Sacramento Housing and Redevelopment Agency (SHRA) has launched a new incentive program to increase the amount of affordable housing in Sacramento during the COVID-19…
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The City of Sacramento is reminding people who use fireworks on the 4th of July that improperly throwing them away could lead to unintended fires.…
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The County of Sacramento on June 12 amended its public-health order, further loosening restrictions on certain businesses and activities as Sacramento moves into “Stage 3” of…
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The City’s Office of Emergency Management is encouraging people to sign up for “Sacramento Alert,” a service that notifies residents of emergencies and important updates.…
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The Sacramento Valley Station, a City Public Works facility, has received the highest sustainability rating for a building, LEED Platinum. The building serves as the…
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City transportation planners today launched a survey to hear what features residents would like to see on an roughly four-mile stretch of Stockton Boulevard in…
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It’s official: The first heat wave of the season has arrived early in Sacramento. According to the National Weather Service, temperatures are expected to be…
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Significant progress has been made on assembling two large “Sprung” structures in South Sacramento that soon will house 100 women experiencing homelessness. The structures are…
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The City’s Department of Utilities on May 29 will host a virtual workshop that is designed to help residents ditch their lawn. The workshop, called…
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The County of Sacramento on May 15 opened a COVID-19 test site at St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church (3996 14th Ave). Located in Oak Park,…
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The City of Sacramento has added a new feature for its City Council and other meetings, one that should allow for improved civic engagement during…
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It’s been nearly 50 days since the first “stay-at-home” order was issued in the County of Sacramento, and water experts at the City’s Department of…
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April 20, also known as “4/20,” is a day celebrated by cannabis enthusiasts across the U.S., including here in Sacramento. However, this year’s 4/20 arrives…
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The City of Sacramento on Wednesday lit up many of its landmarks in blue in a symbolic show of support for medical workers who are…
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Newly launched fundraising entity Donate4Sacramento on Monday gave more than $260,000 to community organizations to help people, families, small businesses and non-profits that have been…
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The Sacramento Police Department this week released a statement addressing recent rumors about law enforcement’s role during the COVID-19 outbreak. The statement, which included a…
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In light of State and local “stay at home” orders to help prevent the spread of COVID-19, the City of Sacramento has temporarily closed its…
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On March 1, City of Sacramento water customers switched to a spring watering schedule, which allows lawn and plant watering up to two days per…
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As part of a new recruitment campaign, the Sacramento Police Department has released a music video featuring Sac PD Officer Filmore Graham, who has a…
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The City of Sacramento, Sacramento Public Library and National League of Cities on Jan. 15 will host an event to discuss challenges and solutions surrounding…
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The Citizens Planning Academy, a free, educational course that covers the basics of city planning and development, is accepting applications until Jan. 10 for its…
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The Sacramento Police Department is reminding people to stay safe this New Year’s Eve and keep a few things in mind if attending the Sky…
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Big changes are coming to the Old Sacramento Waterfront. The City Council on Dec. 10 approved nearly $175,000 for the design of two projects that…
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A storm system is expected to affect the Sacramento area this weekend with wind and rain likely to cause downed tree limbs and some localized…
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A memorial service is being held on Dec. 9 for fallen Sacramento firefighter Tamara Thacher beginning at 11 a.m. The event, held at Golden 1…
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More than 10,000 runners are expected to participate in the 37th California International Marathon on Sunday, Dec. 8. The annual race, whose course has remained…
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City contractors on Dec. 6 will begin assembling a large crane that will require the closure of J Street between 13th and 14th streets. The…
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Food is often an essential part of most holiday gatherings, but it can also induce the dreaded drain clog. Decadent dishes are known to produce…
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Run to Feed the Hungry, an annual 10K Run & 5K Run/Walk to support Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services, will be closing various streets in…
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The City of Sacramento Police and Public Works Departments on Nov. 19 will begin enforcement of all traffic and parking laws for users of shared…
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The City of Sacramento’s 9th annual Veterans Day parade will take place this Monday, Nov. 11, with a special salute to women who have served…
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The City of Sacramento on Nov. 6 will begin accepting applications for a new pilot program called “Economic Gardening 2.0,” which pairs local companies with…
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The City of Sacramento’s Public Works Department wants your thoughts on a new plan that could make downtown streets safer and more comfortable for pedestrians,…
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The cities of Sacramento and West Sacramento have announced that two names have been selected for an art project that renames two important spots along…
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At 10:17 a.m. on Oct. 17, the City of Sacramento will conduct a test of its emergency notification system. More than 77,000 residents within the…
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The City of Sacramento on Saturday, Oct. 19 will hold its second annual flood-ready exposition, the Highwater Jamboree, which promises to be a fun and…