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New job training and placement programs available to Sacramento residents affected by the COVID-19 pandemic

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

City launches 80+ virtual events to assist local small businesses impacted by COVID-19

Posted on October 20, 2020October 21, 2020 by Public Information Officer

By the numbers: Here’s how the City’s COVID-19 relief efforts are helping residents and businesses

Posted on October 20, 2020October 20, 2020 by Public Information Officer

How does the City prepare for climate change? Water experts answer questions at this Oct. 21 webinar

Posted on October 19, 2020 by Public Information Officer

See why these experts are working to educate residents on the complexity of clean water

Posted on October 15, 2020October 15, 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

City brings art and mental health program to local schools to support children during pandemic

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

Help shape the future of Sacramento parks and win prizes

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

Here’s why the City is challenging you to ‘Imagine a Day Without Water’ on Oct. 21

Posted on October 9, 2020October 10, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Sacramento rental assistance program now accepting applications from low-income residents through Oct. 22

Posted on October 9, 2020October 9, 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

Help the City of Sacramento plan for the future of local communities

Posted on October 2, 2020October 2, 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

Sacramento playgrounds reopen after six month closure. Here’s how to use them safely

Posted on September 30, 2020October 1, 2020 by Public Information Officer

New online tool tracking homelessness data now available to all Sacramentans

Posted on September 30, 2020October 1, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Free technical assistance available now to small businesses affected by COVID-19 pandemic

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

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

Posted on September 28, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Here’s why the City recently won an award for modernizing its customer service experience

Posted on September 25, 2020September 25, 2020 by Public Information Officer

This vacant City property is one step closer to becoming a thriving urban agriculture site

Posted on September 25, 2020September 25, 2020 by Public Information Officer

The City is increasing diversity and equity in its workforce. Here’s how

Posted on September 24, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Here are three ways for Sacramentans to access workforce training and job placement now

Posted on September 23, 2020September 23, 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

Creative Economy Recovery program now accepting grant applications through Oct. 7

Posted on September 16, 2020September 23, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Attend this webinar and increase your ‘water wisdom’

Posted on September 15, 2020September 15, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Teen work-based learning program extends into the fall, seeks participants

Posted on September 15, 2020October 1, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City launches outreach campaign to connect residents, businesses and nonprofits with coronavirus relief resources

Posted on September 14, 2020September 14, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Here’s how the City is supporting school-based meal distributions during smokey weather

Posted on September 11, 2020September 11, 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

Residents urged to follow public-health protocols in City parks this holiday weekend

Posted on September 4, 2020September 4, 2020 by Public Information Officer

New academic support program at City community centers will help with distance learning

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

City allocates majority of $89 million in CARES Act funding, helping Sacramentans affected by COVID-19

Posted on September 2, 2020September 2, 2020 by Public Information Officer

JUMP e-bikes and e-scooters return to Sacramento. Here’s what’s different this time around

Posted on September 2, 2020September 2, 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

Nearly 300 arts and culture organizations selected to receive $7.5 million in grants from the City

Posted on August 31, 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

Here’s why City staff say, ‘you have the power to improve parks’ in Sacramento

Posted on August 31, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Workforce Recovery program to provide workforce training to more than 11,000 Sacramentans

Posted on August 26, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City to fund all eligible applicants for forgivable loan program

Posted on August 26, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City to showcase master plan for a sustainable Sacramento Valley Station in virtual open house

Posted on August 24, 2020August 24, 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

Free COVID-19 financial navigation services now available for local residents

Posted on August 21, 2020August 25, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Five key things Sacramento is doing to address homelessness right now

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

This new City program will provide internet to 10,000 households and computers to 1,000 people

Posted on August 20, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Here is the City’s plan for connecting and transforming this area near Broadway 

Posted on August 18, 2020August 25, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Heatwave arrives in Sacramento. Here’s what that means for your watering schedule

Posted on August 14, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City to open cooling centers during period of extended heat in Sacramento

Posted on August 14, 2020August 14, 2020 by Public Information Officer

This new website helps youth access resources during the COVID-19 pandemic

Posted on August 12, 2020August 12, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Time is running out. Take the 2020 Census today. Sacramento needs you represented

Posted on August 12, 2020 by Public Information Officer

More than 50,000 masks still available to Sacramento businesses

Posted on August 11, 2020August 12, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City names Megan Van Voorhis as its Cultural & Creative Economy Manager

Posted on August 11, 2020August 11, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Construction on the McKinley Water Vault hits major milestone with the completion of its ‘roof’

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

New planning tool will allow housing in Sacramento to be built faster and cheaper

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

Speed limits are being reduced on these 24 streets in Sacramento to increase driver, pedestrian, bicycle safety

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

City approves $10 million ‘Workforce Development Recovery’ program to help local workers displaced by COVID-19

Posted on July 30, 2020 by Public Information Officer

How is the coronavirus pandemic affecting you today? Take the COVID-19 community survey

Posted on July 29, 2020July 30, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Large gatherings in City parks are not allowed — here’s how to use outdoor spaces responsibly

Posted on July 24, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City of Sacramento launches ‘Show the Love, Sacramento’ mask campaign

Posted on July 24, 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

New summer jobs corps program underway for Sacramento youth

Posted on July 21, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Free mediation now available for landlords and tenants affected by COVID-19

Posted on July 21, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Sacramento has installed free Wi-Fi in these 12 City parks with more to come

Posted on July 21, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Watch this upcoming webinar and you could save up to $400 on new sprinkler heads

Posted on July 21, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City appoints Interim Director of newly created ‘community response’ office

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

Sacramento is making progress toward electric vehicle transportation goals

Posted on July 13, 2020 by Public Information Officer

This new landlord-incentive program looks to create more affordable housing during the COVID-19 pandemic

Posted on July 9, 2020July 10, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Arts groups and cultural organizations affected by COVID-19 can now apply for grants from the City

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

City outdoor STEAM Camps begin this week, sessions at two more locations on the way

Posted on July 7, 2020July 7, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Doing these simple things could prevent a hot mess on the 4th of July

Posted on July 2, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City announces $7.5 million ‘Creative Economy Recovery’ program to help the arts, cultural organizations and tourism

Posted on July 1, 2020July 2, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City summer camps and youth opportunities start in July with COVID-19 modifications

Posted on June 29, 2020June 29, 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

Small local businesses and nonprofits affected by COVID-19 can now apply for forgivable loans from the City

Posted on June 29, 2020July 1, 2020 by Public Information Officer

See exactly how the City is investing federal CARES Act funding in Sacramento

Posted on June 26, 2020June 26, 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

Hundreds tune in to learn about City’s ‘Small Business Recovery’ loan program

Posted on June 25, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Shared-rideables return to Sacramento streets with new sanitation protocols

Posted on June 23, 2020 by Public Information Officer

This helpline assists Sacramento workers whose jobs have been affected by COVID-19

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

City’s new business recovery program seeks to create equitable distribution of $10 million in loans

Posted on June 17, 2020June 24, 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

Center for Sacramento History collecting coronavirus stories and artifacts from community

Posted on June 16, 2020 by Public Information Officer

More parks and recreation services open in Sacramento in response to the County’s new public-health order

Posted on June 15, 2020June 15, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Grants available for restaurants to cover costs of moving dining outside

Posted on June 12, 2020June 12, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Sacramento approved to resume filming with restrictions starting June 12

Posted on June 11, 2020June 11, 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

COVID has affected the way we recycle. Here’s how you can ‘Sort Smart’

Posted on June 9, 2020June 10, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Deadline extended for public input on the City’s General Plan update and Climate Action Plan

Posted on June 9, 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

Here’s how to sign up for emergency alerts and updates from the City of Sacramento

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

City parks and rec programs will look different this summer. Here’s what to expect

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

See why the Sacramento Valley Station just received the highest rating for a building with sustainable design

Posted on June 3, 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

Help choose which features will be used to improve Stockton Boulevard with this new survey

Posted on May 29, 2020 by Public Information Officer

New mobile app makes it easier to locate Wi-Fi Buses and access free high-speed internet in Sacramento

Posted on May 29, 2020May 29, 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

Sacramento looks to reform fines and fees that disproportionately affect disadvantaged communities

Posted on May 27, 2020 by Public Information Officer

It’s unseasonably hot this week. Here’s how you can stay safe and cool while remaining mindful of COVID-19

Posted on May 27, 2020May 27, 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

Financial Empowerment Center opens, offering free professional one-on-one financial counseling for Sacramento residents

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

Major progress made on new ‘Sprung’ structures that will house people experiencing homelessness

Posted on May 22, 2020May 23, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City launches expedited process to help local restaurants participate in new ‘Farm to Fork Al Fresco’ program

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

City to distribute 800,000 masks to Sacramento businesses

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

Find out why City staff want you to ‘break up with your lawn’ at this virtual workshop

Posted on May 21, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Calling all local artists! Apply to design vinyl wraps for EV charger stations

Posted on May 20, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Series of street improvement projects to begin this month in Sacramento

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

New COVID-19 testing site opens at St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church in Oak Park

Posted on May 15, 2020May 15, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Car-share programs in Sacramento boost their vehicle cleanings

Posted on May 11, 2020May 11, 2020 by Public Information Officer

SAFE Credit Union Convention Center project marks major milestone with placement of final steel beam

Posted on May 11, 2020May 11, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Unbanked Sacramentans can receive their stimulus checks faster with Bank On

Posted on May 8, 2020May 11, 2020 by Public Information Officer

New feature for web-streamed City Council meetings allows you to call in your comments live

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

Harmful bacteria could be growing in water pipes of vacant buildings. Here’s how to flush it out

Posted on May 5, 2020May 8, 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

Wi-Fi buses are starting to roll around the city. When will they come to your neighborhood?

Posted on May 1, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Here’s where you can get free meals and books for your kids during the COVID-19 pandemic

Posted on May 1, 2020May 4, 2020 by Public Information Officer

These new youth programs and resources were just released to help young people during COVID-19 pandemic

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

The City wants start-ups and companies to submit innovative ideas in response to COVID-19

Posted on April 29, 2020April 29, 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

City of Sacramento celebrates Earth Day digitally, prioritizes sustainability year round

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

‘Story Time Sacramento’ features city leaders reading children’s books to help entertain, improve literacy with kids

Posted on April 20, 2020April 22, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Monday is 4/20. How to celebrate under the County’s ‘stay-at-home’ order

Posted on April 17, 2020April 17, 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 launches updated 311 app and website to improve customer experience

Posted on April 16, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City’s Office of Arts & Culture teams up with local groups to support creatives during COVID-19 outbreak

Posted on April 13, 2020April 17, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Here’s what’s allowed — and what’s prohibited — in City of Sacramento parks this holiday weekend

Posted on April 9, 2020April 9, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City lights landmarks in blue, asks residents to do the same in support of medical workers

Posted on April 9, 2020April 9, 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

Sacramento helps other cities, organizations launch free childcare for health-care workers, first responders

Posted on April 7, 2020April 7, 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

101 businesses selected to receive COVID–19 economic relief loans from City

Posted on April 2, 2020April 9, 2020 by Public Information Officer

This organization has raised more than $600K to help local families and businesses affected by COVID-19

Posted on March 30, 2020March 31, 2020 by Public Information Officer

How this new response team is helping people experiencing homelessness during the COVID-19 outbreak

Posted on March 30, 2020March 30, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Looking for a way to help during these difficult times? Here’s one simple thing you can do to make a big difference

Posted on March 30, 2020March 30, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City parks remain available to residents during COVID-19 outbreak

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

Sac PD dispels rumors about how they are operating under County’s ‘Stay at Home’ order

Posted on March 24, 2020March 24, 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

City leaders announce free childcare plan to help those on the front lines of the COVID-19 response

Posted on March 20, 2020March 24, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City public counters temporarily close for in-person business; online resources and tools available

Posted on March 20, 2020March 20, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City community centers close following Sacramento County Public Health order to stay home

Posted on March 19, 2020March 19, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Small local businesses affected by COVID-19 can now apply for zero-interest loans from the City

Posted on March 18, 2020March 23, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City waives utility penalties to ensure households have access to critical services during COVID-19 outbreak

Posted on March 18, 2020March 18, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City adopts temporary ban on residential and commercial tenant evictions

Posted on March 18, 2020March 25, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City community centers remain open; group events and programs postponed

Posted on March 16, 2020March 18, 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

McKinley Water Vault has entered the ‘build phase’

Posted on March 11, 2020March 19, 2020 by Public Information Officer

POSTPONED: Sacramento’s urban gallery of mural art the focus of new City speaker series

Posted on March 10, 2020March 12, 2020 by Public Information Officer

See how the City uses drones to improve services and safety while providing privacy

Posted on March 10, 2020March 10, 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

City of Sacramento renames SMAC as Office of Arts and Culture

Posted on March 4, 2020March 6, 2020 by Public Information Officer

New spring watering schedule went into effect March 1. Here’s what you need to know

Posted on March 2, 2020March 2, 2020 by Public Information Officer