Author: Public Information Officer
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Sacramento Fire Department had the honor of welcoming the National Life Group Do Good Heroes to Station 2 as they presented the Do Good Heroes Award to Captain Joe…
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From children riding to school to older adults staying active and healthy, bicycling is both a pastime and a mode of transportation for thousands of…
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May is Bike Month kicks off today, offering residents the opportunity to explore Sacramento from a different perspective: on two wheels. This annual regional campaign…
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The City of Sacramento has released its proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2026/27, outlining a balanced plan that closes a $66.2 million General Fund gap…
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A wide range of services aimed at supporting healthy, active aging will be available in one place during the Older Adult Resource Fair on Friday,…
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Two volunteer events this Saturday will give community members a chance to improve local parks while learning new skills and spending time outdoors. The Department…
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Hundreds of volunteers took part in Earth Month events across Sacramento over the past two weekends to invest in community parks, trails and waterways in celebration of Earth…
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The City of Sacramento is giving away certified organic compost. This compost is the final product from processed green waste collected by the City’s Recycling…
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Construction bids for the I Street Bridge Replacement Project came in significantly higher than expected last week, prompting City officials to reassess costs and next…
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Police Chief Kathy Lester has announced her retirement after 32 years in law enforcement. Her final day as Chief of Police will be May 15.…
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Plans to improve safety and transit along Stockton Boulevard are moving forward, with community input the focus at an upcoming workshop. The workshop, scheduled for…
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Sacramento residents are encouraged to get outside, connect with their community and help beautify local parks and waterways during a series of citywide volunteer events…
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Sacramento residents who want to beautify their neighborhood can access a free resource to help, and it’s easy to apply. The City’s Recycling and…
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Residents will have an opportunity next month to help shape safety improvements along Broadway in Oak Park at an upcoming community workshop. The workshop will…
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City officials are asking residents to weigh in on how a potential future surplus from the Sacramento City Employees’ Retirement System (SCERS) could be used…
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The City of Sacramento is encouraging residents to step outside, unplug and reconnect with their community as part of National Day of Play, recognized this…
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Construction will soon begin on a safety improvement project along Marysville Boulevard that will bring new bike lanes, improved crossings and other changes designed to…
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Families looking for a fun and active option for children during spring break can now register for the Department of Youth, Parks, & Community Enrichment…
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Pedestrians crossing some of Sacramento’s busiest corridors will soon see brighter warning beacons, clearer markings and improved accessibility features designed to make walking safer and…
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Two long-term corridor plans aimed at reducing serious crashes and improving pedestrian and bicycle access along Norwood and Howe avenues were approved by Sacramento City…
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The City of Sacramento has launched two new planning efforts aimed at improving safety, mobility and access along major corridors — the Fruitridge Road Safety…
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With spring fast approaching, residents should be aware of seasonal changes to some City services. Street sweeping service starts occurring monthly in February, after leaf…
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Sacramento-area teens and young adults looking for jobs, internships and career connections will have a one-stop opportunity when the Youth Resource & Employment Fair returns.…
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Residents, bicyclists, business owners, and neighbors are invited to take part in an upcoming community workshop focused on the H Street Bikeway to Sacramento Valley…
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A half-mile stretch of Marysville Boulevard will soon look and move differently as the City of Sacramento begins construction on a quick-build safety project aimed…
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Sacramento residents looking to give back to their community — and enjoy some fresh air — have several opportunities this winter through the City’s Youth,…
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Sacramento’s “leaf season” crews have started their sixth round collecting leaf piles from City streets, a service which began in November and continues through the…
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Sacramento residents are invited to share their perspectives on life in the city through the City’s community survey. The survey, conducted by the City Auditor’s office,…
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Sacramento residents have another opportunity to weigh in on how the City prepares streets, transit and other transportation infrastructure for extreme weather. The City of…
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The City of Sacramento will soon host two community workshops as part of its Vision Zero Action Plan Update, a citywide effort aimed at eliminating…
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Wondering what to do with your festive tree after the holidays are over? The City of Sacramento has a few options for recycling your tree.…
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City leaders, staff and community members gathered Tuesday to celebrate the completion and opening of the Del Rio Trail Bridge, marking the final milestone in…
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The City’s Department of Youth, Parks & Community Enrichment (YPCE) invites the community to save the dates for a joyful lineup of family-friendly holiday events…
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Sacramento Valley Station (SVS) is preparing for a major service boost and a series of infrastructure improvements as the City of Sacramento continues work on…
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The next phase of construction on the Franklin Boulevard Complete Street project will soon be underway with overnight paving activities. To minimize inconvenience to the…
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Thousands of runners are expected to participate in the 42nd California International Marathon on Sunday, Dec. 7. With a course that has remained unchanged since its…
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Editor’s note: An earlier version stated that the City’s Vision Zero Action Plan update was based on five years of crash data. This has been…
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Run to Feed the Hungry, an annual 10K run and 5K run/walk benefiting Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services, will take place on Thanksgiving morning (Nov.…
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Construction is officially underway on the future home of the North Sacramento-Hagginwood Library, marking a major milestone for the Del Paso Boulevard corridor and the…
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A new electric vehicle (EV) car share incentive initiative is helping Sacramento residents get behind the wheel of zero-emission vehicles while advancing the City’s clean…
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A new section of the Ninos Parkway trail is officially open, completing a key north–south connection for people walking, biking and rolling through the Gardenland…
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Starting Monday, Nov. 3, residents will see the Claw return to their neighborhoods for leaf collection. It’s that time of year when many Sacramento residents…
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Sacramento’s Al Fresco Dining Program continues to evolve as City staff provided an update to the City Council last week on how the initiative is…
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A new park in South Natomas is turning a once-vacant corner into a place for play, connection, and community. Thelma Park, located at Thelma and…
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The Sacramento City Council this week received an update on the City’s shared-use path network, the expanding system of paved, off-street routes for people walking,…
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Thousands of athletes are expected to participate in the 2025 IRONMAN California race in Sacramento on Sunday, Oct. 19. The triathlon competition will temporarily close several streets…
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From safer crosswalks to improved bike connections, the next phase of planning for Norwood and Howe Avenues is taking shape. The City’s Transportation Planning Team…
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The City’s Department of Youth, Parks & Community Enrichment (YPCE) invites you to enjoy variety of festive and spooky events for all ages throughout the…
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The City of Sacramento held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday, Oct. 2, to mark the official reopening of the Arcade Creek Bridge following months of construction…
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The I Street Bridge between Sacramento and West Sacramento will close for 10 days beginning 6 a.m. Monday, October 6, through 6 a.m. Thursday, October…
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The annual Urban Cow Half Marathon, organized by Capital Race Management, will close various streets in Land Park and downtown Sacramento on the morning of Sunday, Sept.…
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The City of Sacramento’s Youth, Parks, & Community Enrichment Department is now accepting applications for the Youth Program Scholarship Fund. The program provides financial assistance…
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The City of Sacramento and SacRT launched SacAdapt in late 2024, a planning effort to create an actionable roadmap to strengthen Sacramento’s transportation infrastructure against…
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Fall is quickly approaching, and cooler weather can bring an early leaf drop from Sacramento’s canopy of trees. The leaf drop typically occurs during the…
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916 Day is Sacramento’s way of showing up for each other, for our neighborhoods and for City parks. This month, the Department of Youth, Parks, &…
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With temperatures climbing in the coming days, the City of Sacramento is reminding residents of places to cool off — from spray parks and pools…
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The City of Sacramento, alongside state and local partners, is taking action to address one of the most dangerous problems on our roads — speeding.…
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Plans to extend the Two Rivers Trail are continuing, and the City is inviting the community to review and provide comment on the recently released…
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The City of Sacramento is alerting residents and commuters to a weekend closure at the intersection of Winding Way and Auburn Boulevard, scheduled from 9…
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Do you know why you should never put batteries in the regular trash? Common batteries such as AAA, AA, C, D, and 9-volt, are considered…
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The City of Sacramento is moving one step closer to breaking ground on the long-anticipated I Street Bridge Replacement Project, a transformative effort that will…
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Starting Monday, July 28, construction crews will begin demolishing sidewalks and driveways along the west side of Franklin Boulevard, adjacent to the southbound lane between…
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The City of Sacramento is seeking applicants to fill three open seats on the seven-member Ethel MacLeod Hart Trust Fund Advisory Committee. This advisory group…
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Sacramento is beginning the process to update its Vision Zero Action Plan, renewing its commitment to eliminating traffic-related deaths and serious injuries through data-driven strategies…
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Work is expected to begin in the coming weeks to remove and replace the Del Rio Trail Bridge over Interstate 5, which has remained closed…
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Starting this month, Sacramento drivers could receive a $25 fine for parking too close to crosswalks, as part of a new City enforcement effort designed…
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In a unanimous vote Tuesday evening, the Sacramento City Council adopted a comprehensive 20-year Urban Forest Plan aimed at doubling the city’s tree canopy by…
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The City of Sacramento, in partnership with the Franklin Neighborhood Development Corporation (FNDC), recently completed a series of art and infrastructure improvements along 21st Avenue…
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The City of Sacramento is inviting community members to provide feedback on proposed transportation alternatives for Howe Avenue, a major corridor connecting neighborhoods, schools, and…
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A busy intersection near schools and businesses has received safety-focused upgrades, with new enhancements designed to protect pedestrians and improve driver visibility. At 49th Street…
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Editor’s Note: Gifts to Share will now be sponsoring free admission on Saturday and Sunday. This post has been updated to reflect the change. Southside…
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Summer is almost here, and the City’s Department of Youth, Parks, & Community Enrichment is inviting residents to celebrate the season with $1 entry at its neighborhood…
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The annual Sacramento Pride event, hosted by the Sacramento LGBT Community Center, is set to draw crowds this weekend (June 14-15). The two-day event kicks off with…
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Editor’s Note (Updated June 5, 2025):Due to technical difficulties, the Norwood Avenue virtual community meeting originally scheduled for June 9 has been rescheduled to Tuesday,…
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The City of Sacramento will celebrate the grand opening of the Mama Marks Splash Pad (1140 Roanoke Ave.) on Saturday, May 31. The new splash…
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Residents and community members are invited to a public meeting on Thursday, May 29, to learn about and provide feedback on upcoming safety improvements proposed…
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As warm weather activities increase, the City’s Recycling and Solid Waste Division reminds residents to stay safe with these tips on disposing of charcoal briquettes…
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Sacramento’s parks are the perfect backdrop for family gatherings, friendly games, and sunny afternoons. As more residents take advantage of these outdoor spaces, the City…
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The City of Sacramento, in partnership with the Del Paso Boulevard Partnership and PAVERART, will host a free community screening of the new short documentary…
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Sacramento families are invited to splash into summer with Water Safety Day, a free community event focused on promoting safe habits in and around the…
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Families looking for a memorable summer getaway still have a chance to experience Camp Sacramento, with openings for some sessions, including newly added bonus sessions…
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The City of Sacramento is helping residents get rid of their junk — for free. On Saturday, May 3, from 8 to 11 a.m., the…
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The City of Sacramento is initiating a $1.2 million planning effort to improve mobility and connectivity in Old North Sacramento, an area affected by longstanding…
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Construction is set to begin in May 2025 on the Auburn Boulevard Bridge Replacement Project, a major infrastructure upgrade designed to reduce flooding, ease traffic…
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Automated bike lane enforcement is launching in Sacramento, making it the first city in California — and in the United States — to enforce bike…
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Hundreds of volunteers rolled up their sleeves on April 5 to take part in the City of Sacramento’s annual Earth Day clean-up and beautification events.…
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The City of Sacramento is inviting families to make a splash this spring with a festive, poolside celebrations at the North Natomas Aquatics Complex. Hosted…
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As part of ongoing efforts to calm traffic and reduce speeding on Fruitridge Road, the City of Sacramento is developing updated design plans and gathering…
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Work will soon begin on the Franklin Boulevard Complete Street Project, marking the beginning of a major transformation aimed at improving safety, accessibility, and connectivity…
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Residents are invited to roll up their sleeves and join City staff to help beautify parks, trails, and waterways during citywide volunteer events on Saturday,…
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This upcoming St. Patrick’s Day weekend will bring multiple events that will close various streets across Sacramento. On Saturday, March 15, the first of two…
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Sacramento residents and visitors can now enjoy new updates to the City’s parks and recreation system, which spans over 4,358 acres and includes 237 parks,…
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The Department of Public Works has released the latest draft to complete Streets for People, the proposed Active Transportation Plan aimed at making walking, biking,…
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The City of Sacramento joined 15 other municipal jurisdictions as plaintiffs in a lawsuit challenging the Trump administration’s actions that violate the Constitution by taking harmful…
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The Sacramento City Council last week approved the Neighborhood Connections Plan, a key initiative aimed at expanding the City’s active transportation network by creating low-stress…
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Young people looking to connect with local employers are invited to attend the City’s annual Youth Resource & Employment Fair on Saturday, March 8, from…
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The City of Sacramento Tuesday began issuing citations to vehicles parked illegally in bus stops as part of the Bus Stop Enforcement Program, which first…
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The Department of Youth, Parks, & Community Enrichment (YPCE) recently received a grant to design an ADA accessible trail to the south side of the American River…
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Wondering what to do with your yard waste now that leaf season is over? The final day to put out leaf piles for collection was…
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As summer heat and winter storms become more frequent and intense due to climate change, the City of Sacramento and SacRT are taking action to…
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The City of Sacramento has launched the Measure U Budget Dashboard, an interactive tool that helps residents view how Measure U sales tax revenues support…
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The City of Sacramento’s Youth, Parks, & Community Enrichment (YPCE) Department, through its Access Leisure program, invites the public to two open house events designed…
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The Department of Youth, Parks, & Community Enrichment (YPCE) will host a second Community Open House on Dec. 12 to gather public input on the design and…
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The City of Sacramento recently celebrated the opening and art unveiling of the Dixieanne Neighborhood Clean & Green Alleys project. This project was led by…
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Thousands of runners are expected to participate in the 41st California International Marathon on Sunday, Dec.8. With a course that has remained unchanged since its inception,…
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Run to Feed the Hungry, an annual 10K run and 5K run/walk benefiting Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services, will take place on Thanksgiving morning…
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The City of Sacramento joined forces last weekend with state leaders, community organizations, and more than 400 volunteers to make a lasting impact during a…
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The City of Sacramento is inviting public agencies and nonprofit organizations to apply for grants from the Sacramento Children’s Fund, with an estimated $17.9 million…
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Editor’s Note: As of 12:30 p.m. November 14, the workshop has reached its capacity. People can email volunteers@sactree.org with questions. The Department of Utilities is…
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The City’s Transportation Planning team recently launched two transportation planning projects aimed at enhancing safety and mobility along two of the city’s corridors: Norwood Avenue and Howe…
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The City of Sacramento is hosting a community open house that will include project information stations highlighting outcomes from the Truxel Road Bridge Feasibility Study…
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It’s that time of year when Sacramento leaves start to fall, and many residents find themselves with an excess of yard waste. To help accommodate…
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The Department of Public Works’ Transportation Planning team invites community members to participate in two upcoming virtual workshops to review and provide input on the…
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The City of Sacramento has been awarded $4 million in funding from the California State Transportation Agency’s “Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program” (TIRCP) to…
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Thousands of athletes are expected to participate in the 2024 IRONMAN California race in Sacramento on Sunday, Oct. 27. The triathlon competition will temporarily close several…
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After surveying the community earlier this summer, the Department of Youth, Parks & Community Enrichment (YPCE) invites residents to a drop-in style open house to decide…
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The California Black Chamber of Commerce recently presented Sacramento City Manager Howard Chan with its 2024 President’s Award. Chan received the award as part of…
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The annual Urban Cow Half Marathon, organized by Capital Race Management, will close various streets in Land Park and downtown Sacramento on the morning of Sunday, Oct.…
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The City’s Department of Youth, Parks & Community Enrichment (YPCE) invites you to a variety of festive and spooky events for all ages throughout the…
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The City of Sacramento each year recognizes “Clean Air Day” as part of a statewide effort led by the Coalition for Clean Air. The day is designed…
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Sacramento residents may have noticed a shiny new addition to the City’s solid waste collection fleet—though they may not know why the truck is so…
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The City’s Office of Climate Action and Sustainability is teaming up with Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality Management District to host a Clean Air Day event…
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The annual Farm-to-Fork Street Festival, hosted by Visit Sacramento, will take place this Friday (Sept. 20) and Saturday (Sept. 21) in downtown Sacramento. The free two-day event…
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A community art project aimed at promoting climate action is set to be unveiled at the Hagginwood Community Center (3271 Marysville Blvd.) on Sept. 13.…
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The City of Sacramento is seeking feedback on the potential routes to complete the Two Rivers Trail system. This phase of the project will extend…
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The annual 916 Day event series is around the corner where volunteers can celebrate city parks with a variety of volunteer events across Sacramento. Hosted…
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The City of Sacramento’s Department of Public Works is preparing to begin construction on a major project that will transform Franklin Boulevard in the North…
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After more than five years of extensive community outreach and thorough analysis, the Sacramento City Council last week adopted the Parks Plan 2040, a comprehensive…
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The City’s Recycling and Solid Waste Division urges residents to observe proper disposal methods of all household materials due to recent truck fire incidents during…
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As the seasons begin to change, the City’s Department of Youth, Parks & Community Enrichment is offering a series of workshops at local community gardens…
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The Sacramento City Council this week approved updates to speed limits in areas across the city, including reducing limits in 14 zones. Speed limits in…
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Construction on the Central City Mobility project is reaching its final phase with the upcoming conversion of Fifth Street from a one-way to two-way street.…
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Sacramento City Council last week approved a nearly $1.4 million grant to continue the City’s #SacYouthWorks: Futures cannabis prevention and education program for teens. #Futures…
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The Department of Youth, Parks & Community Enrichment (YPCE) is considering options for two new dog parks in the Land Park and Curtis Park neighborhoods and…
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The City is asking residents to review and provide input on the draft recommendations to improve the City’s active transportation network. The Department of Public…
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The City of Sacramento is set to amend its Street Design Standards, the guidelines that shape the city’s streets, including travel lane widths, bikeway types…
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The City’s Department of Youth, Parks, & Community Enrichment is kicking off summer at Sacramento public pools, with 15 facilities set to be open June 15.…
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Parks play a critical role in the life of the city, and recently Sacramento was ranked 30th out of 100 cities by the Trust for…
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The annual Sacramento Pride event, hosted by the Sacramento LGBT Community Center, is set to draw crowds this weekend (June 8-9). The two-day event kicks off with…
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Thousands of runners and walkers are expected to participate in the Kaiser Permanente Women’s Fitness Festival on Sunday, June 2. The 5K and 10K event will close…
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Join City of Sacramento staff and community partners for a day of aquatic education and fun at an upcoming water safety day event. The free…
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The next phase of construction on the Broadway Complete Streets project will soon be underway with planned nighttime paving activities. Starting Sunday, May 19, construction…
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The City of Sacramento this week opened the Del Rio Trail, a new active transportation corridor that will provide a low-stress bike route connecting south…
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The City of Sacramento and Congresswoman Doris Matsui last week announced nearly $2 million in federal funding for the City’s urban forestry efforts. Staff on…
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The City of Sacramento has launched the draft Sacramento Urban Forest Plan for public review and comment. This document will become the City’s primary planning…
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The City’s Office of Climate Action and Sustainability is extending an invitation to community members to paint with a local artist in residence and explore…
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Summer registration day for programs and activities is almost here. Starting at noon Wednesday, April 17, the City’s Department of Youth, Parks and Community Enrichment will open…
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As construction on the Broadway Complete Streets project continues, commuters and residents should be aware of an upcoming detour that may affect their commute. Starting…
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Online applications are now being accepted for the summer season of Landscape & Learning, a City youth workforce development program. Run by the City’s Youth,…
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Looking to get an early start on Earth Day activities? Join City of Sacramento staff April 6 for clean-up and beautification events citywide. The events…