From community events and public meetings to City services and opportunities to get involved, there’s always something happening across Sacramento.
As part of an ongoing effort to keep residents informed, City Manager Maraskeshia Smith is sharing the latest updates on upcoming events, City initiatives and community opportunities.
Here’s the latest from around Sacramento:
Share feedback on proposed roadway safety improvements
Residents can help shape proposed safety and mobility improvements along Arden Way, Auburn Boulevard and Fruitridge Road. City transportation staff are hosting community workshops where participants can review proposed improvements and share feedback before the plans are finalized.
The Arden Way-Auburn Boulevard workshop takes place Wednesday, Oct. 28, from 5:30-7 p.m. at the Hilton Sacramento Arden West, 2200 Harvard St. A second workshop focused on Fruitridge Road will be held Thursday, Nov. 12, from 5:30-8 p.m. at the Fruitridge Community Center, 4000 Fruitridge Rd.
Learn more about the proposed improvements and workshops.
Attend a free open house at 28th & B Skate Park
The City’s Department of Youth, Parks and Community Enrichment and Rob Skate Academy will host a free community open house Sunday, Nov. 1, from 2-6 p.m. at 28th & B Skate Park, 20 28th St. Attendees can meet local skaters, learn about new public skate hours and enjoy community resources, food trucks and activities. Public skate hours begin Nov. 4.
Help shape the selection of Sacramento’s next police chief
The City of Sacramento is seeking community input as it recruits its next police chief. Residents and businesses are encouraged to complete a community survey to share their public safety priorities, expectations for the Police Department and the leadership qualities they believe are most important in the City’s next chief. The survey is available in multiple languages and closes Thursday, Nov. 5.
Help shape the future Delta Shores Neighborhood Park
Residents are invited to share feedback on the design and amenities planned for a new 6-acre neighborhood park in Delta Shores. The survey takes about five to eight minutes and closes Friday, Nov. 6.
Take the Delta Shores Neighborhood Park survey.
Volunteer at the Love 916 campaign kickoff
Community members can help beautify a local park during the Love 916 campaign kickoff Saturday, Nov. 7, from 9 a.m. to noon at 910 I St. Volunteers will plant annuals, spread mulch and pick up litter. The event is presented in partnership with Keep California Beautiful, Keep America Beautiful, Niagara Cares, the City’s Department of Youth, Parks and Community Enrichment and Vice Mayor Karina Talamantes.
Learn how to join the Urban Forest Plan working group
Residents interested in Sacramento’s urban forest can attend an informational session about the Urban Forest Plan Implementation Working Group Monday, Nov. 9, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Hart Senior Center, 915 27th St. Attendees can learn about the group’s purpose, timeline and how to get involved. Applications will be accepted Nov. 9 through Dec. 31. Advance registration is encouraged but not required.