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Statement from City Attorney regarding cancellation of July 1 special meeting

Posted on July 1, 2022 by Public Information Officer

From grass to water-wise garden: How a City program has helped transform more than 1 million square feet

Posted on July 1, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Front Street Animal Shelter braces for ‘firework strays,’ seeks additional volunteer foster homes

Posted on June 30, 2022 by Public Information Officer

The results are in: Here’s how residents responded to the City’s annual community survey

Posted on June 30, 2022July 3, 2022 by Public Information Officer

How diverse is the City of Sacramento’s workforce? New report reflects progress, areas for improvement

Posted on June 30, 2022July 1, 2022 by Public Information Officer

City approves $2 million in funding for new ‘Opportunity Center’ in South Sacramento

Posted on June 29, 2022June 30, 2022 by Public Information Officer

City Council authorizes $1.5 million for food security, food bank

Posted on June 29, 2022June 30, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Attention walkers, runners and cyclists: Here are two new path detours in the city

Posted on June 28, 2022June 28, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Sacramento Point-in-Time count shows increase in homelessness but also ‘glimmers of hope’

Posted on June 28, 2022June 28, 2022 by Public Information Officer

See how these new ‘multi-service teams’ are helping both unsheltered residents and businesses

Posted on June 27, 2022June 28, 2022 by Public Information Officer

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

Posted on June 24, 2022June 24, 2022 by Public Information Officer

City approves permanent outdoor restaurant dining program

Posted on June 23, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Sacramento expands basic income program with additional City contribution

Posted on June 22, 2022June 23, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Looking to play some pickleball? These City of Sacramento parks have courts

Posted on June 21, 2022June 22, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Here are respite and cooling centers opening in Sacramento this week

Posted on June 20, 2022June 20, 2022 by Public Information Officer

‘She’s the real reason I am taking these steps.’ Father’s love for daughter motivates move out of homelessness

Posted on June 17, 2022June 18, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Need a plan for repaying student loans? Attend this webinar from the City’s Financial Empowerment Center

Posted on June 17, 2022June 17, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Here’s how to report illegal fireworks in Sacramento and the fines people face for using them

Posted on June 17, 2022June 17, 2022 by Public Information Officer

City Council approves $15 million plan for new job training, paid internships for Sacramento youth

Posted on June 15, 2022 by Public Information Officer

This workshop can help you better protect trees during the drought

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

Supportive housing for terminally ill unsheltered residents breaks ground in Sacramento

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

These streets are closing for this weekend’s Sacramento Pride festival

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

Why trees are not part of the City’s two-day watering restrictions

Posted on June 10, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Sacramentans just won this national contest by pledging to save 38 million gallons of water

Posted on June 10, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Places to go and tips to follow to keep cool during hot Sacramento days

Posted on June 9, 2022June 9, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Here are respite and cooling centers opening in Sacramento this week

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

City seeks partners to increase and enhance youth programming this summer

Posted on June 8, 2022June 9, 2022 by Public Information Officer

City, County of Sacramento homeless assistance teams collaborate on outreach near new fire station

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

Plant and grow at one of the many community gardens across Sacramento

Posted on June 3, 2022June 6, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Front Street Animal Shelter offering free pet adoptions through June 10

Posted on June 3, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Register for a free kitchen countertop pail ahead of changes to organic waste recycling

Posted on June 3, 2022 by Public Information Officer

City Council repeals decades-old ban on car cruising

Posted on June 3, 2022June 3, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Come splash at these two City pools this holiday weekend; more to open in June

Posted on May 27, 2022May 27, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Swim safely: Sacramento Fire Department offering free life jacket rentals

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

What transportation improvements are coming to Pocket-Greenhaven neighborhood?

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

City to perform flood control system maintenance in these nine areas

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

City to move Front Street safe parking site for annual marina maintenance

Posted on May 25, 2022May 26, 2022 by Public Information Officer

New safe parking site at Roseville Road RT station will help people living in vehicles

Posted on May 25, 2022May 25, 2022 by Public Information Officer

It’s officially kitten season in Sacramento. Here’s what to do if you find one

Posted on May 24, 2022May 24, 2022 by Public Information Officer

More than 130 firearms turned in at Sac PD’s ‘Gas for Guns’ buyback event

Posted on May 23, 2022May 24, 2022 by Public Information Officer

May is Bike Month: What lights are required by law for bicycles? (VIDEO)

Posted on May 20, 2022May 20, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Can this massive new mural inspire Sacramentans to conserve more water?

Posted on May 20, 2022May 20, 2022 by Public Information Officer

City prepared to open respite centers to help residents cool down this summer

Posted on May 17, 2022May 17, 2022 by Public Information Officer

The City just opened two new futsal courts at this Natomas park

Posted on May 17, 2022May 17, 2022 by Public Information Officer

‘City of Festivals’ grants now available to support special events across city of Sacramento

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

Sacramento artists can now apply for grants of $10,000 through City’s ‘Seeding Creativity’ program

Posted on May 16, 2022 by Public Information Officer

By the numbers: How many youth are participating in City-sponsored programs?

Posted on May 13, 2022 by Public Information Officer

New 15-foot sculpture at North Natomas Aquatics Complex captures ‘quintessential summer experience’

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

How to get free mulch at one of five events during ‘Mulch Mayhem’

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

Congresswoman Matsui announces $3.5 million for water quality and flood prevention projects in the City of Sacramento

Posted on May 11, 2022 by Public Information Officer

City’s Community Engagement Manager receives ‘Women in Leadership’ award from Greater Sacramento NAACP

Posted on May 10, 2022May 11, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Del Rio Trail moves closer to construction phase with tree plan approval

Posted on May 10, 2022May 11, 2022 by Public Information Officer

City awards nearly 70 Sacramento nonprofits $950,000 in grants through Cultural Arts Awards program

Posted on May 9, 2022May 10, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Take advantage of discounted commuter parking rates from the City

Posted on May 4, 2022May 4, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Sacramento PD seeks community feedback on military equipment use policy

Posted on May 4, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Traffic alert: Union Pacific Railroad to close section of Power Inn Road May 4-11

Posted on May 3, 2022May 3, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Sacramento City Attorney’s Office receives leadership award from Habitat for Humanity

Posted on May 3, 2022May 3, 2022 by Public Information Officer

City lowers tow fee for income-eligible individuals through Fine and Fee Justice Initiative

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

Here’s how you can sign up for City summer camps and activities

Posted on May 2, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Accessory dwelling unit construction sees 123 percent increase in city of Sacramento

Posted on April 29, 2022May 2, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Hear from these industry leaders about the latest in business technology at this May 3 event

Posted on April 28, 2022 by Public Information Officer

City seeks feedback on efforts to improve user experience on Northgate and Freeport boulevards

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

Come paint the town at these community mural paint days

Posted on April 26, 2022 by Public Information Officer

City of Sacramento releases proposed budget for fiscal year 2022/23

Posted on April 25, 2022May 6, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Sacramento community members now can apply for up to $15,000 in matching funds for arts and culture projects

Posted on April 25, 2022April 26, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Here’s what you’ll find at the new North Natomas Community Center & Aquatics Complex

Posted on April 20, 2022April 20, 2022 by Public Information Officer

More than 100 cherry blossom trees are coming to this waterfront park

Posted on April 20, 2022April 20, 2022 by Public Information Officer

City corrects misleading article on Code enforcement from The Sacramento Bee

Posted on April 19, 2022April 20, 2022 by Public Information Officer

City provides comprehensive siting plan update for April 2022

Posted on April 15, 2022April 15, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Organics recycling is coming July 1. Here’s what you need to know

Posted on April 14, 2022April 15, 2022 by Public Information Officer

These Earth Day events are just weeks away. Here’s how to get involved

Posted on April 14, 2022April 18, 2022 by Public Information Officer

A measure just passed to help protect local water quality and prevent flooding. Here’s what’s next

Posted on April 14, 2022April 14, 2022 by Public Information Officer

City of Sacramento sues Teichert Construction for defective work and fraudulent billing related to the Accelerated Water Meter Program

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

Come see the North Natomas Community Center & Aquatics Complex ahead of the grand opening

Posted on April 13, 2022April 14, 2022 by Public Information Officer

How would you spend a portion of the City’s budget? Submit your idea by May 22

Posted on April 12, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Help keep our creeks and waterways clean. Get a free trash clean-up kit for your neighborhood

Posted on April 11, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Sacramento Mayor asks residents to participate in national water-saving competition

Posted on April 11, 2022April 11, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Federal officials visit City of Sacramento’s Miller Park safe ground

Posted on April 11, 2022April 11, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Statement regarding homeless outreach efforts and property status at Howe Avenue and Fair Oaks Boulevard

Posted on April 7, 2022 by Public Information Officer

City kicking off Arts, Culture and Creativity Month at this event on April 7

Posted on April 6, 2022 by Public Information Officer

City community and senior centers resume walk-in activities and services

Posted on April 4, 2022April 5, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Family assistance center opens at Cal Expo to support victims and families affected by K Street shooting

Posted on April 4, 2022April 5, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Youth employment opportunities available with the City. Learn more at this virtual job fair on April 2

Posted on April 1, 2022April 1, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Shop 916 gift card relaunches with promo: Buy a gift card, get a bonus gift card

Posted on March 30, 2022March 30, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Gov. Newsom just called on local agencies to save more water. Here’s what that means for Sacramento

Posted on March 29, 2022 by Public Information Officer

This piece of Sacramento history was found in a thrift store. It’s now on display

Posted on March 29, 2022March 29, 2022 by Public Information Officer

BizX is back! Explore the latest in business technology at this City-hosted virtual event

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

City to perform maintenance work on its flood control system

Posted on March 25, 2022March 25, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Make your voice heard: Take the City’s annual community survey

Posted on March 25, 2022March 29, 2022 by Public Information Officer

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

Posted on March 23, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Microbusinesses in Sacramento can apply for these relief grants starting April 1

Posted on March 22, 2022 by Public Information Officer

City awards 9 grants to local filmmakers through new incentive program. Grants still available

Posted on March 21, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Sacramento Disabilities Advisory Commission turns 20 years old

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

Here’s how goats and sheep are helping to reduce fire risk at Sacramento parks

Posted on March 16, 2022March 17, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Take this quick survey to help the City redesign its website

Posted on March 16, 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

With community refrigerators on the rise, here’s some safety guidance from the City

Posted on March 14, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Throwing old batteries and used oil in the trash? Do this instead

Posted on March 11, 2022March 11, 2022 by Public Information Officer

City and Regional San work together to address odor issues at South Land Park facility

Posted on March 11, 2022March 11, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Youth now can apply for paid ‘Landscape & Learning’ summer positions

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

State awards Sacramento nearly $16 million to beautify parks, roads and trails throughout the city

Posted on March 3, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Think you’ve got a leak? This webinar can help you find and fix them

Posted on March 3, 2022March 3, 2022 by Public Information Officer

$1 million participatory budgeting pilot program launches in April. Here’s how the process works

Posted on March 3, 2022March 3, 2022 by Public Information Officer

New employee-owned supermarket opens in Oak Park with support from City

Posted on March 2, 2022March 3, 2022 by Public Information Officer

New online service makes it easier to see developments in city of Sacramento

Posted on March 2, 2022March 3, 2022 by Public Information Officer

City Council approves investment of $10 million to help Sacramento creative economy recover from pandemic

Posted on March 2, 2022March 7, 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

More than 600 volunteers turn out for Sacramento homeless Point in Time Count

Posted on February 25, 2022March 1, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Sacramento first city in California to win state Prohousing Designation for housing-friendly policies

Posted on February 24, 2022February 25, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Want to help improve transportation in Sacramento? Apply to be on a planning team

Posted on February 24, 2022February 24, 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

Starting March 1, your watering days will change. Here’s what you need to know

Posted on February 22, 2022February 26, 2022 by Public Information Officer

City launches ‘Sacramento Get Vaccinated’ outreach campaign with community-based organizations

Posted on February 17, 2022February 17, 2022 by Public Information Officer

City and UC Davis celebrate groundbreaking on Aggie Square innovation campus

Posted on February 17, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Apply to this startup competition for a chance to be awarded $10,000

Posted on February 16, 2022February 17, 2022 by Public Information Officer

City Council approves land use plan for new Northstate hospital in North Natomas

Posted on February 16, 2022February 16, 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

Meet the Sacramento Police Department’s new communications team

Posted on February 9, 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

City seeking input on potential guaranteed basic income for artists pilot program

Posted on February 8, 2022February 9, 2022 by Public Information Officer

More frequent street cleaning starts this month in Sacramento

Posted on February 8, 2022February 10, 2022 by Public Information Officer

City offering stipends to community groups to help increase local COVID-19 vaccination rates

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

Property owners soon will vote on a measure to help repair, improve City’s storm-drain system

Posted on February 2, 2022February 2, 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

Household junk pickup starts again in February. Here is what you need to know

Posted on February 1, 2022February 3, 2022 by Public Information Officer

City offering grants to community groups to help clean and protect local watersheds

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

Leaf season pickup has been extended until early February

Posted on January 26, 2022January 26, 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

Four weeks left for Shop 916 gift card promo: Buy a gift card and get a bonus gift card for free

Posted on January 19, 2022January 19, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Sacramento to convert downtown hotel to homeless housing using state Homekey award

Posted on January 19, 2022January 19, 2022 by Public Information Officer

New parking and locking requirements roll out for shared scooters, bicycles in Sacramento

Posted on January 18, 2022January 18, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Attend this Jan. 21 webinar to learn how the City’s Financial Empowerment Center can improve your financial health

Posted on January 18, 2022January 18, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Young artists in Sacramento invited to fight climate change with their creativity

Posted on January 13, 2022January 13, 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 Council approves funding for youth and downtown clean and safe programs with federal COVID-19 relief dollars

Posted on January 12, 2022January 12, 2022 by Public Information Officer

Outpouring of community support helps move more than 40 shelter dogs into foster homes

Posted on January 12, 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

Front Street Animal Shelter temporarily closes intake of stray dogs after one animal tests positive with dangerous infection

Posted on January 6, 2022 by Public Information Officer

City soon will perform maintenance work on its flood control system

Posted on January 5, 2022January 6, 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

Sacramento City Council districts have been redrawn. Here’s how to see if your Councilmember has changed

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

City of Sacramento to open respite centers for unsheltered residents during cold weather this coming weekend

Posted on December 28, 2021December 29, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Learn how businesses can get up to $30,000 a year in state tax credits at this webinar on Jan. 5

Posted on December 27, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Here is how to easily dispose of your holiday tree

Posted on December 27, 2021December 27, 2021 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

Need a last minute gift? Grab a ‘Shop 916’ gift card to support local businesses impacted by the pandemic

Posted on December 21, 2021December 21, 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