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This new pilot program is hiring formerly homeless people to help clean up the community

Posted on March 23, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Margie’s story: How the City helped this family move out of a RV and into a house

Posted on March 14, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Safe ground in Sacramento: Lessons learned and applied to new Miller Park site

Posted on February 28, 2022March 1, 2022 by Public Information Officer

City Hall to open as respite center this week for unsheltered residents during cold weather

Posted on February 22, 2022February 24, 2022 by Public Information Officer

City’s homelessness response department receives additional resources from midyear budget

Posted on February 16, 2022February 16, 2022 by Public Information Officer

The City just purchased this large, empty property in South Sacramento. What comes next?

Posted on February 10, 2022February 10, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Statement regarding outreach at homeless encampment near Howe Avenue and Fair Oaks Boulevard

Posted on February 8, 2022February 8, 2022 by Public Information Officer

H Street Bridge in Sacramento renamed in honor of fallen Sac PD officer Tara O’Sullivan

Posted on February 7, 2022February 8, 2022 by Public Information Officer

City to open new safe ground site for unsheltered residents in Miller Park parking lot

Posted on February 2, 2022February 2, 2022 by Public Information Officer

City Council approves solid waste fee increase to help pay for new state composting requirements

Posted on January 26, 2022January 26, 2022 by Public Information Officer

City purchases large property in south Sacramento suitable for affordable housing, homeless services and other uses

Posted on January 21, 2022January 21, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Sacramento’s homeless Point-in-Time count postponed due to surge in COVID cases from Omicron variant

Posted on January 13, 2022January 13, 2022 by Public Information Officer

City awarded $5.7 million to help local cannabis businesses receive their annual state licenses

Posted on January 7, 2022January 14, 2022 by Public Information Officer

City receives $30 million in state funds to boost development in Sacramento Railyards

Posted on January 5, 2022January 6, 2022 by Public Information Officer

State awards $29 million to convert Natomas hotel into housing for homeless families

Posted on December 23, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Kids in need receive new shoes, thanks to Shoes for Sac, City of Refuge, RT and the Department of Community Response

Posted on December 20, 2021December 20, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City Hall serves as emergency shelter for residents evacuated due to downtown power outage

Posted on December 16, 2021December 16, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City of Sacramento selects its next Chief of Police

Posted on December 10, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Measure U funds help pay for new sports complex in Del Paso Heights

Posted on December 3, 2021December 3, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Outreach, support offered to hearing-impaired and non-English-speaking residents experiencing homelessness

Posted on November 16, 2021November 16, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Could this Texas-based ‘one-stop-shop’ for homeless services hold answers for Sacramento?

Posted on November 2, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Nearly 80% of City employees are vaccinated against COVID-19, according to Human Resources data

Posted on October 27, 2021 by Public Information Officer

As heavy rainfall continues, City advises residents to stay at home and avoid driving, opens two sandbag locations

Posted on October 24, 2021October 24, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City, County collaborating on relief efforts for unsheltered residents during weekend storms

Posted on October 22, 2021October 23, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City approves purchase of downtown motel to create more housing for people experiencing homelessness

Posted on October 21, 2021October 21, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Traffic Alert: Road closed near Stockton and 34th due to damaged signal pole

Posted on October 20, 2021October 20, 2021 by Public Information Officer

The City is looking to hire its next chief of police and wants your input

Posted on October 15, 2021November 17, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Intense City outreach effort gets 26 homeless campers into Safe Ground and shelter in just two days

Posted on October 14, 2021October 15, 2021 by Public Information Officer

X Street Navigation Center continues to bring in people experiencing homelessness from surrounding neighborhood

Posted on October 13, 2021October 13, 2021 by Public Information Officer

North Natomas hotel will become housing for homeless families under plan approved by City Council

Posted on October 12, 2021 by Public Information Officer

The City’s safe ground and safe parking sites have been operating for six months. What have been the outcomes so far?

Posted on October 6, 2021October 6, 2021 by Public Information Officer

This City-funded program is making life move more smoothly for kids – and parents too

Posted on September 23, 2021September 23, 2021 by Public Information Officer

This $1.3 million from the City will help young people and women escape violence

Posted on September 21, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City’s motel-voucher program now sheltering nearly 500 people experiencing homelessness

Posted on September 3, 2021September 4, 2021 by Public Information Officer

It’s the City’s newest department. It’s also responsible for addressing some of Sacramento’s most complex issues

Posted on August 31, 2021August 31, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City outlines initial steps for implementing its comprehensive siting plan to address homelessness

Posted on August 20, 2021August 24, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City of Sacramento prepared to open cleaner-air centers should air quality become hazardous

Posted on July 29, 2021July 29, 2021 by Public Information Officer

New State budget will deliver nearly $150 million to improve quality of life in Sacramento

Posted on July 20, 2021July 20, 2021 by Public Information Officer

The City has updated its public-comment system for meetings. Here’s what you need to know

Posted on July 19, 2021July 19, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Faster, more-direct trains between Sacramento and S.F.? Explore transportation plans of the not-so-distant future at this July 15 workshop

Posted on July 13, 2021July 13, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City of Sacramento to open cooling centers to assist residents during this week’s heat wave

Posted on July 8, 2021July 8, 2021 by Public Information Officer

By the numbers: Here’s how Sac Fire responded to illegal fireworks reports on July 4

Posted on July 6, 2021July 6, 2021 by Public Information Officer

The dos and don’ts for reporting illegal fireworks this July 4 weekend

Posted on July 2, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City extends expanded outdoor restaurant dining program through June 2022

Posted on June 16, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City to open cooling centers Wednesday-Saturday to assist residents during this week’s heat wave

Posted on June 14, 2021June 18, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City Council just approved an ordinance requiring new buildings to run entirely on electricity. What happens next?

Posted on June 3, 2021June 3, 2021 by Public Information Officer

See what wildlife has returned to this old City landfill

Posted on May 28, 2021June 18, 2021 by Public Information Officer

New buildings may go all electric with proposed City ordinance

Posted on May 27, 2021June 1, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City of Sacramento approves new enforcement tools to curb illegal-fireworks use and protect neighborhoods

Posted on May 26, 2021June 25, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City of Sacramento to fund six community organizations to help prevent gang violence

Posted on May 25, 2021May 26, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Does the City of Sacramento owe you money? Here’s how to find out

Posted on May 20, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City of Sacramento releases proposed budget for fiscal year 2021/22

Posted on April 21, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City launches additional ‘Safe Parking’ site on south Front Street to serve people staying in vehicles

Posted on April 9, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City of Sacramento opens its first ‘Safe Ground’ site near W and Sixth streets

Posted on March 31, 2021April 9, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City Council provides district-specific updates on homeless master plan

Posted on March 17, 2021March 19, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City Council approves keeping overnight respite centers open year round

Posted on March 10, 2021March 10, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City reopens Library Galleria warming center in downtown Sacramento

Posted on March 2, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City partners with south Sacramento church to open warming center that serves local neighborhood

Posted on February 24, 2021February 25, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City of Sacramento fights to protect California’s seniors and others victimized by the opioid epidemic

Posted on February 16, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City Council shows strong support for allowing more housing types in single-family neighborhoods

Posted on January 25, 2021January 26, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City to open downtown warming center Monday evening to support unsheltered residents

Posted on January 24, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City significantly expands sheltering options for people experiencing homelessness

Posted on January 20, 2021January 20, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Statement from Sac PD regarding potential demonstrations at State Capitol

Posted on January 14, 2021January 15, 2021 by Public Information Officer

The City has approved 10 new cannabis dispensary permits. Here’s who can apply and how

Posted on January 13, 2021January 14, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City of Sacramento opens warming center to support unsheltered residents

Posted on December 29, 2020December 29, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Sacramento COVID relief: The stories behind the numbers (VIDEO)

Posted on December 22, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Aggie Square update: Jobs, workforce training, affordable housing and more discussed at Dec. 17 community meeting

Posted on December 21, 2020December 21, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Warming centers, hotel vouchers and mobile trailers: City develops enhanced strategy to help unsheltered people this winter

Posted on December 16, 2020December 17, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City launches new interest-free loan program to increase equity in local cannabis industry

Posted on November 25, 2020November 27, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Planning to use a leaf blower in Sacramento? Best to check the AQI first

Posted on November 13, 2020November 13, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City building inspectors recognized for their work helping local businesses during protests

Posted on November 6, 2020November 6, 2020 by Public Information Officer

This new development project could bring more than 20,000 jobs to the Sacramento region

Posted on October 28, 2020October 29, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Former office of groundbreaking African American attorney recognized as Sacramento historic landmark

Posted on October 28, 2020October 28, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City approves addition of 10 new dispensary permits to increase equity in local cannabis industry

Posted on October 14, 2020October 15, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Sacramento Homelessness COVID-19 Response Team working to transition 500 people in temporary shelters into more permanent housing

Posted on October 6, 2020 by Public Information Officer

The City passed an ordinance to protect workers during the pandemic. How exactly does it work?

Posted on October 2, 2020October 5, 2020 by Public Information Officer

New homeless shelter and service center for women opens in Meadowview

Posted on October 1, 2020October 1, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City takes major step forward in protecting neighbors and customers of Evergreen Shopping Center

Posted on September 22, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City opens cooling centers to help residents during Labor Day weekend heat wave

Posted on September 5, 2020September 5, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City to perform maintenance on critical infrastructure, including levees and waterways

Posted on September 1, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Council just approved a plan to transform this area near Broadway. What happens now?

Posted on August 31, 2020August 31, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City of Sacramento opens two cleaner-air centers as wildfire smoke affects the region

Posted on August 22, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City appoints Dr. Nicole Clavo as the head of its Office of Violence Prevention

Posted on July 24, 2020July 25, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City Attorney decides not to file charges against 22 people cited for violating the curfew order June 2-5

Posted on June 29, 2020June 29, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Front Street advises pet preparedness for July 4, updates services during COVID-19 pandemic

Posted on June 25, 2020June 26, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Grove Avenue ‘cabins’ ready to shelter young people experiencing homelessness

Posted on June 16, 2020August 27, 2020 by Public Information Officer

More than 650 homeless people placed in motels and trailers as part of Sacramento’s COVID-19 response

Posted on June 10, 2020June 10, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City of Sacramento lifts its curfew, ends deployment of National Guard

Posted on June 6, 2020June 6, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Have questions about Sacramento’s current curfew? Here are some specifics

Posted on June 2, 2020June 3, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City Council declares local public emergency, imposes citywide curfew

Posted on June 1, 2020June 1, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Doing this one small thing could keep Sacramento safer during fire season

Posted on May 29, 2020May 29, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City Council approves use of $28 million in federal funding to immediately help residents and businesses affected by COVID-19

Posted on May 27, 2020May 29, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Three things to know about the City’s proposed budget for the coming fiscal year

Posted on May 4, 2020May 5, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City to use $3.8 million in new state funding to provide no-interest loans for cannabis business start-up costs

Posted on April 22, 2020April 22, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Special trailers at Cal Expo, designated for homeless people with COVID-19, receive first patient

Posted on April 17, 2020April 17, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City, County join forces on $15 million plan to prevent the spread of COVID-19 among homeless people

Posted on April 8, 2020April 8, 2020 by Public Information Officer

State-issued trailers arrive at Cal Expo to help at-risk Californians during COVID-19 crisis

Posted on April 3, 2020April 3, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City, community groups launch ‘Donate4Sacramento’ to help those hurt economically by COVID-19

Posted on March 23, 2020March 23, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Sacramento City leaders announce emergency measures to help residents and businesses affected by COVID-19

Posted on March 12, 2020March 13, 2020 by Public Information Officer

What the City is doing to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19

Posted on March 10, 2020March 10, 2020 by Public Information Officer

State, County and City work together to protect Californians against COVID-19

Posted on February 27, 2020February 28, 2020 by Public Information Officer

These Tuff Shed ‘cabins’ soon will house nearly 50 young people experiencing homelessness in Sacramento

Posted on February 18, 2020February 19, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City, County and community come together to have ‘crucial conversations’ about racial equity in Sacramento

Posted on February 13, 2020February 13, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City receives $1.2 million in state funding to increase equity in local cannabis industry

Posted on February 4, 2020February 7, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City opens its first ‘scattered-site’ shelters to help people experiencing homelessness

Posted on January 23, 2020January 25, 2020 by Public Information Officer

What’s the best way to dispose of your holiday tree?

Posted on December 26, 2019 by Public Information Officer

City continues its outreach efforts before Jan. 1 ban on the sale of flavored tobacco

Posted on December 11, 2019December 13, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Free holiday parking in downtown, midtown and Old Sacramento; SacRT offers free rides Nov. 30

Posted on November 25, 2019November 25, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Once-troubled Stockton Boulevard motor lodge reborn as new boutique hotel

Posted on November 18, 2019November 18, 2019 by Public Information Officer

‘Women in the Workplace’ event at City Hall draws more than 250 attendees

Posted on November 8, 2019November 8, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Your Monday commute might take a little longer than expected. Here’s why

Posted on November 1, 2019November 1, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Fremont Park in Sacramento goes live with free Wi-Fi

Posted on October 31, 2019October 31, 2019 by Public Information Officer

City responds to calls for service as massive windstorm whips through Sacramento

Posted on October 27, 2019October 28, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Why does Sacramento’s water taste so good? Learn the secrets at Water Discovery Day on Oct. 26

Posted on October 25, 2019October 25, 2019 by Public Information Officer

City’s Department of Utilities receives national excellence award for its water conservation outreach

Posted on October 18, 2019October 18, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Ali Youssefi Square in downtown Sacramento dedicated to the late, forward-thinking developer

Posted on October 3, 2019October 3, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Councilmember Larry Carr and City staff to highlight economic development opportunities on upcoming tour

Posted on October 2, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Three reasons why ‘Ryde Free RT’ is a game-changer for Sacramento and its youth

Posted on October 1, 2019October 1, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Statement regarding U.S. Attorney, FBI and Sac PD’s findings in the Stephon Clark case

Posted on September 26, 2019September 26, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Portion of C Street to close for bike and pedestrian safety improvements

Posted on September 17, 2019September 18, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Statement regarding settlement of litigation in Clark v. City of Sacramento

Posted on September 5, 2019September 26, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Sac Fire members sent to North Carolina to assist with emergency response to Hurricane Dorian

Posted on September 3, 2019September 3, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Front Street Animal Shelter seeks help in investigating multiple dogs found dead in a trash can

Posted on August 29, 2019August 29, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Sacramento Poet Laureate to host multi-disciplinary art event at City Hall

Posted on August 27, 2019August 29, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Sacramento just passed an ordinance to protect renters. Here’s what you need to know about it

Posted on August 14, 2019August 14, 2019 by Public Information Officer

These local City spots can help you beat the August heat

Posted on August 12, 2019August 14, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Front Street Animal Shelter launches innovative, new program to find lost pets

Posted on July 30, 2019July 30, 2019 by Public Information Officer

City to honor Jim-Denny’s on its 85th anniversary

Posted on July 23, 2019July 30, 2019 by Public Information Officer

City of Sacramento grows with annexation of Panhandle in North Natomas

Posted on July 22, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Fireworks Mitigation Task Force seizes 800 pounds of contraband, makes 4 felony arrests

Posted on July 9, 2019July 10, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Don’t make flaming hot garbage part of your July 4 celebration

Posted on July 3, 2019July 3, 2019 by Public Information Officer

The City owns this abandoned farm and wants your help to reactivate it

Posted on July 2, 2019July 2, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Here’s how to keep your pets safe and sane this July 4

Posted on June 27, 2019 by Public Information Officer

5 key takeaways from Sacramento’s 2019 homeless census

Posted on June 26, 2019June 26, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Doing this small, simple thing can save pets this summer

Posted on June 17, 2019June 18, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Watch LeVar Burton’s full speech at the newly named Levar Burton Park

Posted on June 12, 2019June 12, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Brighter future for Community Center Theater’s giant chandelier

Posted on June 11, 2019June 11, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Is it hot enough in Sacramento for the City to open cooling centers?

Posted on June 10, 2019July 25, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Dispose of used tires for free at these ‘tire amnesty’ events

Posted on June 6, 2019June 7, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Fireworks Mitigation Task Force returns to keep Sacramento ‘safe and sane’

Posted on June 3, 2019June 3, 2019 by Public Information Officer