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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

City Hall parking garage on I Street reopens to the public

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

City of Sacramento will open respite centers for unsheltered residents Friday and Saturday nights

Posted on December 16, 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

Sacramento arts and culture nonprofit organizations can now apply for operating support grants through ‘Cultural Arts Awards’ program

Posted on December 16, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City Council adopts ‘land acknowledgement’ to honor original inhabitants of Sacramento before each meeting

Posted on December 15, 2021December 16, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City Council approves $5 million anti-displacement fund to help Stockton Boulevard-area residents stay in their homes

Posted on December 15, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City of Sacramento will open City Hall respite center for unsheltered residents Monday night

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

City of Sacramento accepting applications for 2022 Planning Academy

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

City of Sacramento selects its next Chief of Police

Posted on December 10, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City opens respite centers for unsheltered residents during cold weather

Posted on December 9, 2021December 9, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Application deadline for the City’s Youth Commission extended until Dec. 10

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

Here’s how to learn about a proposed ballot measure to fund repairs, improvements to the City’s stormwater system

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

Don’t miss out on the chance to provide input on the final City Council redistricting map

Posted on December 6, 2021December 6, 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

Ever wonder how to properly prune your trees? Learn how at this virtual workshop on Dec. 7

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

People can save up to $6,000 with this water-conservation rebate program, but only until Dec. 31

Posted on December 2, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Several roads will close Dec. 3-5 for the California International Marathon. Here’s where

Posted on December 2, 2021December 3, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City’s annual free holiday parking returns to Sacramento

Posted on November 24, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Traffic alert: Nov. 25 road closures for Sacramento’s annual Run to Feed the Hungry

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

Cooking for the holidays? These three simple steps can help you avoid a clogged sink

Posted on November 19, 2021November 24, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City to receive $500,000 grant from National Endowment for the Arts to distribute to Sacramento artists

Posted on November 18, 2021November 24, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City Council approves $1.3 million to continue funding sobering center

Posted on November 17, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Sacramento’s new science museum features a planetarium and more than 100 exhibits

Posted on November 16, 2021November 17, 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

Calling Sacramento youth: City recruiting residents 14 – 22 to sit on Youth Commission

Posted on November 12, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City to host its first Community Mural Paint Day on Saturday, Nov. 6

Posted on November 3, 2021November 5, 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

A new City park just opened in Natomas. Can you guess its theme?

Posted on October 29, 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

See how the City of Sacramento responded during last weekend’s 500-year-storm event

Posted on October 27, 2021October 27, 2021 by Public Information Officer

It’s officially Sacramento leaf season. Here are tips for keeping tidy leaf piles

Posted on October 26, 2021December 28, 2021 by Public Information Officer

The City watering schedule changes Nov. 1. Here’s what you need to know

Posted on October 26, 2021October 27, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Sacramento residents can get a discounted rain barrel until Oct. 31. Here’s how

Posted on October 26, 2021October 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

With heavy rain and wind expected this weekend, City asks residents to help keep storm drains clear

Posted on October 23, 2021October 23, 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

Roads are closing for IRONMAN California. Here’s where

Posted on October 22, 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

The City needs your input for transportation planning on Northgate and Freeport Boulevards

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

New film incentive program launches to foster media production in Sacramento

Posted on October 21, 2021November 8, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City Council votes to invest $61.7 million in COVID-19 relief funds to help residents and businesses

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

City unveils additional curbside EV chargers featuring art from local artists

Posted on October 20, 2021October 21, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City Council reinstates pre-pandemic on-street parking operations

Posted on October 20, 2021October 20, 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

Learn about flood preparedness in Sacramento at this Oct. 28 webinar

Posted on October 18, 2021 by Public Information Officer

McKinley Park receives new recreational ‘upgrades,’ following completion of its stormwater vault

Posted on October 18, 2021December 13, 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

Playgrounds, trails and new story center part of $35 million in state budget funds coming to Sacramento

Posted on October 14, 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

New outdoor fitness space opens at Oak Park Community Center

Posted on October 11, 2021October 11, 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

Oct. 6 is Clean Air Day: See what the City is doing to improve air quality

Posted on October 6, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City crews to perform maintenance on its flood control system

Posted on October 2, 2021October 2, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Help shape your neighborhood with this new City Council district mapping tool

Posted on September 30, 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

City Council approves air-quality-monitor pilot program for low-income communities

Posted on September 22, 2021September 22, 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

Newly renovated SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center opens with the Sacramento premiere of ‘Hamilton’

Posted on September 15, 2021September 22, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City of Sacramento opens X Street Navigation Center to help people experiencing homelessness

Posted on September 14, 2021September 14, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Get free mulch at this event to keep your trees and landscapes healthy during the drought

Posted on September 10, 2021 by Public Information Officer

As drought awareness in Sacramento grows, so do calls to the City about water waste

Posted on September 7, 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

Sacramento youth help shape the future of City parks and recreation through artwork

Posted on September 2, 2021December 20, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Calling Sacramento nonprofits: Apply for this City grant to help people in need

Posted on September 1, 2021September 3, 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

Historic Camp Sacramento narrowly escapes the Caldor Fire

Posted on August 30, 2021August 30, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City selects 10 local companies to receive funds and expert support to grow businesses

Posted on August 30, 2021August 30, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Two 40-foot public art sculptures coming soon to the River District

Posted on August 30, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Here are six ways the City of Sacramento is taking action to address climate change

Posted on August 25, 2021August 25, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City Council discusses spending framework, community investments for $122 million in American Rescue Plan funds

Posted on August 25, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City declares ‘Water Alert’; asks customers to reduce water use by 15 percent

Posted on August 25, 2021August 25, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City receives $2 million to convert a shuttered tree nursery into an urban agricultural hub

Posted on August 24, 2021August 24, 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 Council adopts eight-year plan to address growing need for housing

Posted on August 19, 2021August 24, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Goats and sheep are helping the City sustainably prevent wildfire – here’s how

Posted on August 13, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City Council adopts comprehensive plan for homeless housing solutions

Posted on August 12, 2021 by Public Information Officer

See how these community groups are supporting the City’s redistricting efforts

Posted on August 11, 2021August 13, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Using a leaf blower? Remember to check the air quality in Sacramento first

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

Share your thoughts about Front Street Animal Shelter’s services and priorities to help shape its future

Posted on August 5, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Sacramentans next year will be required to recycle organic food waste. Here’s what you need to know about SB 1383

Posted on August 5, 2021August 6, 2021 by Public Information Officer

The City has wrapped up its ‘Slow and Active Streets’ pilot program. What did you think of it?

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

Here’s how the City is decreasing its water usage in parks in response to drought conditions

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

A portion of this Oak Park street soon will be closed permanently to motor vehicles to make it more ‘people oriented’

Posted on August 2, 2021 by Public Information Officer

New metamorphosis-themed murals pop up in the River District and Mirasol Village

Posted on July 30, 2021July 30, 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

Learn at this webinar how the latest tech can keep your landscape green while conserving water

Posted on July 26, 2021July 26, 2021 by Public Information Officer

This new civic project could fundamentally change how people travel on Broadway

Posted on July 23, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Free internet, computers and digital training available to Sacramento Households in need

Posted on July 21, 2021August 4, 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

City awarded historic preservation grant to highlight Black history in Sacramento

Posted on July 19, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City and St. John’s Program for Real Change unveil new modular homes for women and children in need of housing

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

Community photos and stories about the importance of active transportation showcased in North Natomas Regional Park

Posted on July 14, 2021July 14, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Want to work for the City of Sacramento? Attend a virtual job fair July 21, 22 and 24 to learn how

Posted on July 13, 2021July 14, 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

City of Sacramento declares ‘Water Watch’; asks customers to reduce water use by 10 percent

Posted on July 7, 2021July 7, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Front Street Animal Shelter waives fees to reclaim pets for an entire year

Posted on July 6, 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 City just doubled the amount of money people can receive from water conservation rebates

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

There’s a new food-waste recycling law for businesses. Here’s what you need to know

Posted on July 2, 2021July 2, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Don’t throw household batteries into the garbage. Here’s how to safely dispose of them

Posted on July 2, 2021July 29, 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 unveils new wellness-themed utility-box wraps and banners in South Sacramento

Posted on June 29, 2021July 1, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Free and fun: Hot Spot nights return for Sacramento teens

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

Creeks, bridges and roads: City to perform maintenance on its flood-control system this summer

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

Here are places to go and tips to ‘beat the heat’ this summer

Posted on June 24, 2021July 1, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Learn how to keep trees healthy during dry conditions at this webinar

Posted on June 22, 2021June 22, 2021 by Public Information Officer

The City soon will install its final ‘Slow and Active Streets’ in these two neighborhoods

Posted on June 21, 2021June 22, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Here’s how to report illegal fireworks, prevent fires and keep pets safe this July 4

Posted on June 21, 2021June 25, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Swim at these 14 City of Sacramento pools this summer

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

City community centers plan phased reopening following new state guidance; summer programs and resources available now

Posted on June 17, 2021June 17, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City selects 39 artists and 10 locations for community mural program

Posted on June 17, 2021June 17, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City Council commits additional $600,000 to provide computers, internet and digital training to Sacramentans

Posted on June 16, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City extends expanded outdoor restaurant dining program through June 2022

Posted on June 16, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Dry conditions could cause an ‘earthy’ taste in drinking water. Here’s what you can do about it

Posted on June 15, 2021June 15, 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

Sacramento youth: Submit your art to tell the City how you would shape the future of parks and recreation programs

Posted on June 14, 2021 by Public Information Officer

What are your transportation values? Tell the City before the survey closes June 14

Posted on June 11, 2021 by Public Information Officer

The City wants your thoughts on a plan for managing urban water supplies. Here’s how you can get involved

Posted on June 7, 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

Do you know what Public Works does? See how the department has gone above and beyond over the past 6 months

Posted on June 2, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Here’s what you need to know about the renovated SAFE Credit Union Convention Center

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

In response to forecasts of excessive heat, the City will open two cooling centers on Monday to assist residents

Posted on May 28, 2021May 28, 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

Looking for family-friendly activities this summer? Youth, Parks, & Community Enrichment has you covered

Posted on May 27, 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

Cool off safely this summer: Sacramento Fire Department offers free life jacket rentals

Posted on May 26, 2021May 26, 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

A major project at McKinley Park is nearing completion. Here’s what it soon will look like

Posted on May 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

Calling Sacramento youth: City recruiting residents ages 14-22 to sit on art, police and parks commissions

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

Help celebrate the June 3 ribbon cutting for the new SAFE Credit Union Convention Center

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