Category: News
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Know the Law! What you need to know about the updated ordinance. The Sacramento City Council has amended its ordinance on residential cultivation. The ordinance…
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Does Sacramento have an edge in building an economy based on creativity? Don’t miss the public launch of CREATIVE EDGE: Sacramento’s Arts, Culture and Creative…
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The California Independent System Operator Corporation (ISO) has issued a statewide Flex Alert that calls for voluntary electricity conservation from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m.…
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With excessive high temperatures, the City’s Office of Emergency Services is monitoring conditions and the evenings are not going to be sufficiently cool. Together with…
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City of Sacramento is excited to announce its partnership with SMUD for solar power through SMUD’s SolarShares program. SMUD will provide the City with power…
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Agreement with ‘Advance Peace’ organization put on fast-track following weekend shootings, in hopes of addressing community safety. A program called Advance Peace, which works to…
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McClatchy’s Video Lab West to officially call Sacramento home City of Sacramento officially announces the completion of the lease transaction with McClatchy to occupy 9,995…
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On Friday, August 25 City staff and community members celebrated the grand opening of the Carlson Drive Improvement Project. The completed project will enhance bicycle,…
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The first of several workshops around the City to address safe and legal access to cannabis will be held on Wednesday, September 6, 5:30 –…
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Have a green thumb and a vacant property? The Community Development Department is accepting Urban Agriculture Incentive Zone applications. This program was created to encourage…
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On August 21, 2017, between 9:00 and 11:30 am, the sun will be in partial eclipse. This is a big deal for our state because,…
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Concert attendees and downtown workers are encouraged plan ahead as Capitol area street closures affect AM and PM commute on Monday The rap artist Common…
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The Sacramento City Council voted Tuesday to end the current emergency restrictions on watering and at the same time made long-term conservation a way of…
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Jonathan Glus comes to Sacramento to lead the Sacramento Metropolitan Arts Commission and so much more… Meet Jonathan Glus – he’s new here from Houston.…
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The City welcomed home Police Chief Daniel Hahn at his swearing in ceremony on Friday, August 11. Elected officials, City staff, and community members gathered…
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Calling all neighbors, cyclists, walkers, runners and trail users! Join us for the Del Rio Trail Office Hours meeting Thursday, August 17 from 5-7 p.m.…
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Reimagine Sacramento on 9.16 and submit a design today Calling all creatives! Sacramento United PARK(ing) Day returns Saturday, September 16! Celebrate unofficial “Sacramento Day” by…
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Item to be discussed at City Council on Tuesday, Aug. 15 meeting. On August 15, City Council will consider ending the current emergency restrictions on…
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If the water tastes or smells a little funny, don’t be alarmed. Nearly every year about this time, the City of Sacramento starts receiving reports…
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With daytime high temperatures forecasted to remain in the 100’s until this weekend, The City’s Office of Emergency Services is keeping a close eye on…
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City Manager Howard Chan announced Daniel Hahn will be the City of Sacramento’s 45th Police Chief. Hahn has almost 30 years of experience in law…
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Over 60 neighborhoods throughout the City of Sacramento are planning events such as block parties, barbecues, ice cream socials, and other neighborhood social activities. This…
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Partnership will be announced at a press event Wednesday, August 2 Today, Mayor Darrell Steinberg and Sacramento County Supervisor Phil Serna are excited to announce…
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Sacramento continues to make great strides toward implementing its bicycle network. Just this last year, we’ve moved forward on many projects and initiatives highlighting our…
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On Friday, July 21, Mayor Darrell Steinberg, Councilmember Jeff Harris, Fire Chief Walt White, City staff, and community members celebrated the groundbreaking of Fire Station…
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On Thursday, July 20, the City was presented with a gold shovel to symbolize their participation as a Gold Shovel Standard Community, a program created…
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Is your pet currently licensed? Has it expired? Renew it and get free a microchip, rabies vaccine, and an ID tag. As of July 1,…
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The City welcomed State Superintendent of Public Instruction, Tom Torlakson at Robla Elementary School, a City START — Students Today Achieving Results for Tomorrow —…
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The City of Sacramento continues to maintain an active presence in Oak Park. In an effort to create a healthy and safe community, City officials,…
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Three weeks ago, Mayor Steinberg announced Sacramento’s multi-point plan to activate Sacramento’s artists, musicians, makers, and doers. We are a city with strength, opportunity, and…
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On Monday, July 10, the California State Assembly formally recognized the efforts and accomplishments of The Sacramento City Unified School District School Resource Officer (SCUSD…
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The drought may be over – for now. However, conservation in Sacramento remains a way of life. Why? This summer, the City of Sacramento is…
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Hot weather is following us into the weekend as the National Weather Service predicts valley highs of 100-105 from today, July 7 until Sunday, July…
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The Urban Bicycling 101 Class is back just in time for summer! As you’re gearing up to explore the city, attend this FREE in-classroom course…
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Interim Director Hector Barron named Director following an extensive recruitment process. Hector Barron has been appointed Director of Public Works today by City Manager Howard…
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Today, City officials and partners “levered” the first plank at the Front Street Embarcadero groundbreaking. The event celebrated the collaborative effort among City officials, the…
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Fire fuel reduction efforts will be south of the Woodlake area, near Mile Marker 4 of the American River Bike Trail. The Sacramento Fire Department will…
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With temperatures expected to hit 109 within the hour, the City of Sacramento and County of Sacramento are asking everyone to just chill, at least,…
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With temperatures expected to hit 111 on Thursday, the City of Sacramento and County of Sacramento are adding another cooling center to the list –…
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Today, commercial property owners along the proposed streetcar line voted yes to support the effort. Passage of the Sacramento Streetcar Community Facilities District (CFD) is…
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The City’s sustainability efforts caught the attention of public German television network ZDF, Europe’s biggest public broadcaster. On Monday, June 19 ZDF interviewed our own…
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With extremely hot daytime temperatures expected through Thursday, the City of Sacramento and County of Sacramento are extending the availability of a cooling center through…
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Residents and visitors to McKinley Park can once again enjoy the sights and sounds of the pond! Earlier this month, the City of Sacramento completed…
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Join your neighbors and park visitors at the McKinley Water Vault public scoping meeting Monday, June 19 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Clunie…
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On Wednesday, June 14, Mayor Darrell Steinberg and City Council hosted an arts and culture event that brought together local artists and performers as well…
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With extremely hot weather expected through Monday, the City’s Office of Emergency Services is keeping a close eye on conditions. We have a weather response…
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Join us on Wednesday, June 14 as the 1100 block of R Street is closed 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a special event that…
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All 17 community pools are open or about to open to welcome the summer pool season! Kids swim for as little as $2 per session,…
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Calling all neighbors, cyclists, walkers, runners, and trail goers! Join us for the Del Rio Trail public meeting on Thursday, June 8 from 5 to…
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Come make a splash! Enjoy exclusive access to Meadowview Pool on Saturday, June 10 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. All ages and swim ability…
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“Greenhouse gas emissions” and the “Paris Climate Agreement” may have been trending lately, but the City of Sacramento’s commitment to reducing them dates back…
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Proposed Partnership will bolster key Sacramento priorities including public safety, education and free Wi-Fi in City parks. Mayor Darrell Steinberg and the City of Sacramento…
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As part of the inaugural Parks Open House, the department will be showcasing many of its diverse programs in support of its mission of empowering…
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The Crocker Art Museum remains in an exclusive club of museums having just been awarded “reaccreditation” – the gold standard for museums in the United…
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The City’s very own Supervising Engineer Samar Hajeer won Project Manager of the Year in the Transportation Category for the American Public Works Association. Samar’s…
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City releases this year’s list of people or organizations owed money from the City; June 29 is deadline to submit claim. This month, the City…
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The City’s first open streets event, Sunday Street, is just around the corner. This new event is closing Broadway to cars on Sunday, May 21,…
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The Water Conservation Office is giving away free mulch and soaker hoses to all City of Sacramento Utilities customers. Tell your Sacramento City friends to…
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Unprecedented partnership will prepare local youth for college and careers while boosting the workforce. Today, Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg announced the official launch of Thousand…
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First downtown road closures and parking restrictions start the morning of Friday, May 12. The City of Sacramento encourages motorists to plan ahead for this…
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Tour de City Hall is coming to a district near you! On Saturday, May 13 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., pedal and mingle with…
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Teams face-off in a high-energy utilities competition involving a race against time to drill into iron pipes and install taps Sacramento’s own team of all…
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Have ideas about what to do with this nearly 3,300 square-foot building in Winn Park at 28th and P Street? We want them. Vacant for…
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The City of Sacramento is pleased to announce the launch of a new regional search engine – Search.CityofSacramento.org. This new site offers user-friendly, quick-and-easy access…
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Need a little more persuasion to attend BizX? We’re laying it out for you because it’s your last chance to register! Check out the top…
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The Big Day of Giving is less than a week away! Consider supporting City organizations and City-sponsored groups listed below — you can even schedule…
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The Sacramento Police Department partnered with the California Product Stewardship Council (CPSC) and its “Don’t Rush to Flush” program. The Department added a new year-round…
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City offers expanded tracking tool with a new name—Development Tracker. Want to find out what’s in the planning stage to be built in your community?…
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A cool job in a splashy environment awaits you. What are you waiting for? Dive in. City of Sacramento Parks and Recreation Department is currently…
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City asks public: What characteristics do you want in the next police chief for Sacramento? Citizens are being asked to weigh in on finding the…
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Produced by Downtown Sacramento Foundation, the Calling All Dreamers retail business plan competition announced the 2017 pool of semi-finalists who will continue to compete for…
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The Sacramento Regional Transit District (Sac RT) is undergoing a major transformation to enhance service, improve agency operations, and bring greater value to the region.…
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There’s nothing like spending summer days with family and friends at Sacramento’s Fairytale Town. Throughout the month of June, enjoy programs hosted by Fairytale town…
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City Fire Battalion Chief Jonathan Burgess, and his brother Matthew, of Burgess of Brothers BBQ & Burgers are hitting the big screen on the Home…
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What do all of the speakers at BizX have in common? …They are all excited to motivate and inspire you on May 2! Join over…
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Mayor Darrell Steinberg and Councilmembers will be hosting forums at community centers to discuss the City’s Annual Budget. Whether you would like to learn more…
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What’s fueling the City’s desire to be a test bed for the next break-through technologies. The City has a lot to offer in its progressive…
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Mark your calendars for the third annual Niello BMW Corporate Run! The walk/run is on Thursday, May 25, at 6:30 p.m. and takes participants through…
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The City of Sacramento Front Street Animal Shelter accepted the Award of Excellence for Most Effective Social/New Media Campaign at this year’s CAPIO conference! The…
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Open Streets events are part of a global movement of transforming streets into pop-up parks and activated public spaces. Open to the community of all…
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California Building Officials honor Sacramento’s Building Division for 2016-17 achievements. On March 22, 2017, the Building Division of the Community Development Department was presented with…
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The Department of Parks and Recreation is teaming up with Cosumnes River College to host the 10th anniversary of Our Life Stories cross-generational writers’ conference…
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Calling all creatives, entrepreneurs, and small business owners: be a part of BizX 2017 It’s an exciting time to be in Sacramento’s thriving business climate…
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Job fair is part of overall initiative focusing on placing Sacramento youth in internships and employment opportunities citywide. The City of Sacramento invites youth residents,…
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Calling all neighbors, cyclists, walkers, runners and trail goers! Join the City of Sacramento Department of Public Works to learn about the Del Rio Trail…
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Sacramento Youth Symphony’s Premier Orchestra along with a 200 member choir (all four Los Rios Community College Choirs) present, Courage & Valor, a concert honoring …
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In preparation for the NCAA Division 1 Men’s Basketball Championship tournament hosted at the Golden 1 Center in Downtown Sacramento, specific parking and transportation accommodations…
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With a shift to spring weather the City’s staff, together with the State Department of Water Resources, will stop patrolling levees on a daily basis…
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The City of Sacramento, in partnership with the Sacramento Conservation Corp is holding a tire amnesty event on Saturday March 25, 2017. Sacramento residents can…
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The Department of Parks and Recreation’s Aquatics Center is recruiting lifeguards for community pools. As a lifeguard, individuals age 15 years and up will teach…
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On Wednesday March 8, the City Hall Office of Councilmember Angelique Ashby will be closed in solidarity with women across the country. Councilmember Ashby will…
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Produced by Downtown Sacramento Foundation, the Calling All Dreamers retail business plan competition encourages entrepreneurs to compete for the chance to open a downtown storefront…
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2017 DigiGirlz Camp – Thursday, March 23 & Friday, March 24 Open to 8th & 9th Graders (Age 13+) DigiGirlz 2017 is a FREE, two-day…
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Sacramento River below state mandated monitoring levels. The Sacramento River is currently below 25 feet at the I St. Bridge which is below the State-mandated…
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Do you live or work Downtown? What are some of Downtown’s best public spaces, community amenities, and corridors? The City wants to hear from you!…
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Open House will educate and seek input of residents and business owners on planned projects aimed at revitalizing the River District community. The City of…
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The grand dame of Sacramento historic architecture, the Sacramento Memorial Auditorium, is turning 90! One of the most recognizable buildings in the region, the Sacramento…
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INNOVATIVE VERIZON PROGRAM TO DELIVER 5G SERVICE PILOT TO CUSTOMERS IN 11 CITIES ACROSS U.S. BY MID 2017 City of Sacramento announces the first…
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Today, the City of Sacramento celebrated the grand re-opening of the Sacramento Valley Station downtown at 5th and I streets. The 68,000 square-foot building underwent…
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City of Sacramento will celebrate the grand reopening of the Sacramento Valley Station, Thursday, Feb. 23, 2017. The City will host a public open house…
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*UPDATED on Feb. 20 at 5:30 p.m.* President’s Day showers to give way to gusty winds overnight- City stays vigilant Fortunately, the weekend rains have…
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President Trump signed a federal disaster declaration this week for the winter storms hitting Sacramento from January 3 to January 12. This means the City will…
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City inspectors walk the levees to flag anything that needs to be repaired… As the City awaits another series of storms, the Department of Utilities…
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-Wind Youth Services extends hours to offer overnight options- Today, the City of Sacramento, in partnership with Wind Youth Services, announced the expansion of Wind…
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The auxiliary spillway at Oroville Reservoir is intact. Per State Department of Water Resources (DWR), it is not expected to fail. In a conversation this…
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Here is the latest information regarding the state of the auxiliary spillway at the Oroville Dam this evening: There is a section of the spillway…
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Join the Front Street Animal Shelter for Sacramento’s First Annual Marti Paws! Sponsored by Fox 40, Kim Pacini-Hauch, and partners in Old Sacramento, this event…
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City expects to resume renovations in early Spring… Sacramento is currently experiencing a record year of precipitation. While this is a very positive development for our…
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I am pleased to share that City Council decided in closed session this evening to offer interim-City Manager Howard Chan the permanent position as City…
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On Thursday, Feb. 2, Interim City Manager Howard Chan received the Asian Pacific Islander (API) Rise Award from the Sacramento Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce…
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The City and Volunteers of America are calling for donations to support the homeless community at City warming centers. As City warming facilities are serving…
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The City of Sacramento, in partnership with MyFreeTaxes, United Way Worldwide, and Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) are offering free tax preparation services. Individuals can…
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Today, the City of Sacramento celebrated the completion of a new signalized pedestrian crossing at the intersection of Folsom Boulevard and Elvas Avenue. The completed…
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Community partners step up to help with donations and medical services Today, the City of Sacramento, in partnership with Volunteers of America, announced expansion of…
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Councilmember Jeff Harris explores housing options to address homelessness City of Sacramento Councilmember Jeff Harris explores options for housing the homeless and will showcase an…
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Partners with Elica Health Services to provide outreach and services In response to the recent tragic incidents that have occurred at City Hall, the City…
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UPDATED – Thursday, Jan. 19, 3 p.m. – Strong winds, between 30 to 50 MPH, are expected again late this evening, and may cause more…
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This week, City Council approved funding of more than two dozen park improvement projects with Measure U funds. The City will allocate more than $2.1…
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In an effort to better inform its citizens, the City is advising those looking for information on sandbag locations online to be aware that outdated…
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After four days of stormy weather doused the City, crews of over 1,000 Utilities and Public Works employees responded to more than 1,000 calls about…
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The meeting of the Sacramento City Council scheduled for Tuesday, January 17, 2017 at 6:00 PM has been rescheduled to Thursday, January 19, 2017 at…
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More than 30,000 people are expected to attend “March for the Dream”, an event dedicated to honoring the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. The…
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As the rains continue to come, the Utilities Department in conjunction with Public Works staff is operating on 12-hour shifts to protect the public from flooding…
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Emergency Operations Center Update The Emergency Operations Center (EOC) has been activated with limited staff, with most staff performing assignments remotely. The EOC team is…
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Firm specializes in development and manufacture of diagnosis and treatment technology… TOP GRADE Healthcare, an international manufacturer based in Beijing China, has agreed to expand…
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In preparation for the predicted storm this weekend, we are asking residents to prepare now for the inclement weather conditions in several ways. The combination…
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Volunteers are needed to help staff a City warming center on the coldest nights as well as help in the field gathering annual population data.…
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Last day for City Yard Waste Service Customers to put out trees and leaves is January 31, 2017 City of Sacramento residential yard waste customers…
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Creates additional capacity to keep people warm during Sacramento’s coldest nights Sacramento City and County leaders announced a new pilot expansion program to open warming…
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Whether it’s a community garden like the Brooks Truitt Community Garden, or interactive play areas like at Artivio Guerrero Park, the City wants to hear…
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Today the City, Sacramento Kings and transit/downtown partners were honored for collaboration and commitment to a smooth opening of downtown Sacramento’s Golden 1 Center. The…
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City of Sacramento is asking residents to prepare for the upcoming storm. Here are five simple steps for you take in case of possible inclement…
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Downtown Commons is hosting Long Lunch Fridays to encourage visitors to stay downtown and enjoy Sacramento’s new gathering place. During the holiday season – weather…
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The Sacramento Metro Chamber’s Leadership Sacramento class of 2016 celebrated their graduation at Mulvaney’s B&L Friday, December 9. Pictured above are Interim City Manager Howard…
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The City of Sacramento is making it easier for residents to get out and explore the 255 miles of bike lanes and 78 miles of…
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Thousands of runners will participate in the 34th annual California International Marathon this Sunday, December 4, 2016. The race will begin in Folsom at 7 a.m.…
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On Wednesday, Nov. 30, the community celebrated the groundbreaking of the Brooks Truitt Bark Park, midtown’s first urban dog park. Centrally located on the grid…
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Interim Sacramento City Manager Howard Chan has recruited Arturo Sanchez, currently a Deputy City Manager for the City of Long Beach, to provide support to…
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The City of Sacramento Department of Parks and Recreation is seeking applications from enrichment program instructors. Activities would be held at any City parks facilities.…
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In an effort to encourage residents to dine and shop downtown during the holiday season, the City of Sacramento will offer free metered parking during…
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Run to Feed the Hungry, an annual 10K Run & 5K Run/Walk to support Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services, will be impacting various residential and through…
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Today, City Officials and local bike advocates celebrated the grand opening of the Freeport Boulevard Bike Lanes. The new bike lanes improve bicycle and pedestrian…
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Today, the City of Sacramento bids farewell to City Manager, John Shirey. Under his leadership, Shirey has helped redefine Sacramento by supporting projects and initiatives…
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The City, in coordination with Sacramento County, recently did random soil samples in the lawns of 29 homes directly north of the former Mangan Park…
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Leaf Season is in full swing in the City of Sacramento Leaf collection with the claw is one of the five street cleaning services the…
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With the passage of Proposition 64, state law now allows adults 21 years of age and older to possess and use marijuana, and cultivate up…
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Parade set for Friday, November 11, at 11 a.m. The City of Sacramento, Neighborhood Services Division (NSD) is proud to present the 6th Annual Veterans…
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Downtown Railyard Venture, LLC, will soon be breathing new life into Sacramento, transforming 244-acres into a thriving community. Located in the heart of Sacramento, the…
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SacPark is committed to making the downtown parking experience more convenient, pleasant and accessible. The City has been working to upgrade parking technology to accommodate…
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The Sacramento Downtown Plaza Holiday Ice Rink, a Sacramento holiday tradition, is kicking off the season Friday, November 4, 2016 and will be open through Sunday, January 16,…