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Renderings unveiled for transformations of Convention Center & Community Center Theater

Posted on June 19, 2018June 19, 2018 by Public Information Officer

Sacramento just became the first city in CA to test digital license plates

Posted on June 4, 2018 by Public Information Officer

City celebrates the completion of the Front Street Embarcadero

Posted on May 23, 2018May 23, 2018 by Public Information Officer

Join the City and SACOG for a Bike Share Open House!

Posted on February 14, 2018February 14, 2018 by Public Information Officer

Christmas Tree collection for City customers & free drop off events for the public

Posted on December 26, 2017 by Public Information Officer

The switch is flipped ‘on’ for Powerhouse Science Center for K-12 on river front

Posted on December 20, 2017 by Public Information Officer

City and community sign on to support novel approach to reducing gun violence

Posted on December 11, 2017December 11, 2017 by Public Information Officer

2017 Winter Triage Shelter prepares to open to serve those in need December through March

Posted on December 7, 2017December 8, 2017 by Public Information Officer

Mayor Steinberg announces City of Sacramento will lead nation as first full scale 5G Deployment

Posted on November 29, 2017November 30, 2017 by Public Information Officer

City continues Free Holiday Parking Program

Posted on November 20, 2017 by Public Information Officer

SacRT offers Free Ride Day for Kings season opener

Posted on October 16, 2017 by Public Information Officer

Interested in the commercial cannabis industry? Mark Tuesday, Oct. 17 on your calendar.

Posted on October 4, 2017 by Public Information Officer

Come one, come all to the launch of CREATIVE EDGE

Posted on September 7, 2017September 12, 2017 by Public Information Officer

City announces solar power partnership through SMUD’s ‘SolarShares’

Posted on August 30, 2017 by Public Information Officer1

Learn how to turn your vacant property into urban agriculture and receive a tax break

Posted on August 22, 2017August 22, 2017 by Public Information Officer

Water Wisely And You Can Water Every Day

Posted on August 17, 2017August 17, 2017 by Public Information Officer

State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson Visits START site

Posted on July 19, 2017 by Public Information Officer

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Mayor Steinberg’s ‘Arts Capital’ plan injects new energy into Sacramento’s art and culture scene

Posted on June 15, 2017June 15, 2017 by Public Information Officer

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The Sunday Street official lineup is here!

Posted on May 16, 2017May 16, 2017 by Public Information Officer

Mayor Steinberg officially launches ‘Thousand Strong’ youth workforce initiative

Posted on May 11, 2017 by Public Information Officer

Suggestions for the vacant building at Winn Park? We want your opinion!

Posted on May 5, 2017May 8, 2017 by Public Information Officer

City’s new search engine soon to be the ‘Google’ of Sacramento

Posted on May 3, 2017 by Public Information Officer

Consider supporting City organizations and City-sponsored groups on Big Day of Giving

Posted on April 28, 2017May 4, 2017 by Public Information Officer

City Firefighter to be featured on Home Shopping Network with fiery BBQ sauces

Posted on April 18, 2017 by Public Information Officer

Front Street Animal Shelter achieves ‘Excellence’ at CAPIO awards

Posted on April 12, 2017 by Public Information Officer

City of Sacramento awarded Building Department of the Year

Posted on March 29, 2017 by Public Information Officer

Levees safe and secure as sunny skies prevail

Posted on March 15, 2017 by Public Information Officer

Sacramento celebrates Memorial Auditorium’s 90th Anniversary and the public is invited!

Posted on February 27, 2017 by Public Information Officer

Hundreds turn out today to celebrate and tour the 91-year-old station, now restored to its original glory

Posted on February 23, 2017February 23, 2017 by Public Information Officer

Sacramento Valley Station Grand Reopening Open House

Posted on February 22, 2017 by Public Information Officer

Interim City Manager Howard Chan receives Sacramento Asian Chamber of Commerce ‘API Award’

Posted on February 3, 2017 by Public Information Officer

More park improvements underway, thanks to Measure U!

Posted on January 13, 2017 by Public Information Officer

City safely weathers storm

Posted on January 11, 2017 by Public Information Officer

City continues Free Holiday Parking Program, annual freebie begins Nov. 25

Posted on November 21, 2016November 21, 2016 by Public Information Officer

City encourages planning ahead when going to the Paul McCartney concert

Posted on October 4, 2016 by Public Information Officer

City seeks mixed-use tenants at Historic Sacramento Valley Station

Posted on August 1, 2016 by Public Information Officer

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Old City Cemetery Chapel Renovations and several Public Works projects have been recognized by APWA

Posted on July 29, 2016July 29, 2016 by Public Information Officer

City Utilities and SacState Work Together to Reduce Impacts of Run Off to the American River

Posted on July 14, 2016July 15, 2016 by Public Information Officer

Turtle relocation underway at McKinley Park Pond

Posted on July 1, 2016 by Public Information Officer

The 4th “R” celebrates their 30 year anniversary TODAY!

Posted on June 30, 2016 by Public Information Officer

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City Parking Garages to Undergo Major Technology Upgrades

Posted on June 21, 2016June 20, 2016 by Public Information Officer

Cannonball! About time to take a dip – season openers for pools

Posted on May 27, 2016June 20, 2017 by Public Information Officer

Sacramento City College, Curtis Park welcome new bicycle and pedestrian bridge

Posted on May 26, 2016May 26, 2016 by Public Information Officer1

PHOTOS: Amgen Tour of California, Sacramento Finish

Posted on May 23, 2016 by Public Information Officer

Help the City of Sacramento enhance its transportation network for cyclists and pedestrians

Posted on May 12, 2016May 13, 2016 by Public Information Officer1

City joins region in recognizing today as Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Awareness Day

Posted on May 10, 2016 by Public Information Officer

Hydrogen-powered vehicle brings enhanced sustainability to the City’s fleet

Posted on May 10, 2016June 29, 2017 by Public Information Officer

City and State of California’s fiber-sharing agreement leverages underutilized City fiber assets to benefit both

Posted on May 4, 2016 by Public Information Officer

City ranks at the top in lowest workers’ compensation costs

Posted on May 4, 2016 by Public Information Officer

Consider giving to City-sponsored/organizations on Big Day of Giving

Posted on May 2, 2016 by Public Information Officer

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Ride into May is Bike Month this weekend at the Great Scott Bike and Walk Event

Posted on April 29, 2016 by Public Information Officer

I-5 Riverfront Reconnection Project Update

Posted on April 27, 2016 by Public Information Officer

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Parking improvements to enhance downtown experience

Posted on April 25, 2016April 25, 2016 by Public Information Officer1

New calendar & reminder system for trash collection and handy ‘Waste Wizard’

Posted on April 20, 2016 by Public Information Officer

City releases survey to gather input about parks and recreation

Posted on April 5, 2016April 4, 2016 by Public Information Officer

Sacramento celebrates over 40 years of historic preservation

Posted on March 30, 2016 by Public Information Officer

Gang Prevention and Intervention Task Force grant program to provide support to high-risk youth and families

Posted on March 1, 2016March 1, 2016 by Public Information Officer

City celebrates Sacramento Valley Station 90th Anniversary

Posted on February 26, 2016 by Public Information Officer

City of Sacramento launches capability to apply online for a business operating tax

Posted on February 16, 2016 by Public Information Officer

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Front St. Shelter stresses importance of pet licenses with freebies

Posted on February 9, 2016 by Public Information Officer

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Winter Sanctuary, one step in a continuum of care

Posted on February 3, 2016February 3, 2016 by Public Information Officer

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We want to know how you rate Sacramento

Posted on January 13, 2016 by Public Information Officer1

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Learn the City’s planning process in annual academy

Posted on January 11, 2016January 8, 2016 by Public Information Officer

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Christmas Tree Collection for City Customers & Free Drop Off Events for The General Public

Posted on December 15, 2015December 14, 2015 by Public Information Officer

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AUDIO: City employee saves the life of another with kidney donation

Posted on November 23, 2015November 23, 2015 by Public Information Officer

Timelapse: Steel arch installed at City College Bike and Pedestrian Bridge

Posted on November 23, 2015 by Public Information Officer

City of Sacramento helps fund ‘Saint John’s Program for Real Change’

Posted on November 18, 2015 by Public Information Officer

City unveils park improvements and public art at Plaza Cervantes

Posted on November 9, 2015 by Public Information Officer1

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A group effort proves successful in “Hallow-clean” up event

Posted on November 3, 2015November 3, 2015 by Public Information Officer

PHOTOS: Despite sprinkles, work continues on Golden 1 Center

Posted on October 28, 2015November 3, 2015 by Public Information Officer

Sacramento Marina preps for the winter

Posted on October 27, 2015 by Public Information Officer

Streamlining the residential solar permit process

Posted on October 21, 2015October 20, 2015 by Public Information Officer

Final steel beam installed at Golden 1 Center

Posted on October 9, 2015 by Public Information Officer

City financing for Golden 1 Center hits market

Posted on September 24, 2015 by Public Information Officer

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$500,000 in grants for arts organizations that bring arts to diverse audiences

Posted on September 2, 2015 by Public Information Officer

PHOTOS: Golden 1 Center update

Posted on August 28, 2015 by Public Information Officer

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Mayor Kevin Johnson welcomes home American Hero, Anthony Sadler

Posted on August 27, 2015August 27, 2015 by Public Information Officer

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17 finalists for the Golden 1 Center public art program announced

Posted on August 11, 2015 by Public Information Officer

Update on the Cosumnes River Boulevard Extension Project

Posted on August 3, 2015August 3, 2015 by Public Information Officer

Business First Spotlight: To the Bay and Back Cheesecake

Posted on July 29, 2015July 30, 2015 by Public Information Officer

Sacramento announces new director of economic development

Posted on July 20, 2015July 20, 2015 by Public Information Officer

Sacramento and West Sacramento partner on arts-based community development opportunity

Posted on July 16, 2015 by Public Information Officer1

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Sacramento Fire Department receives national attention from PETA

Posted on July 13, 2015 by Public Information Officer

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The California State Fair starts today!

Posted on July 10, 2015 by Public Information Officer

Earn River Cats Tickets by Sharing Your Water Conservation Story

Posted on July 6, 2015 by Public Information Officer

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Future Kaiser Permanente facility opens up opportunities at the Railyards

Posted on July 1, 2015July 1, 2015 by Public Information Officer

City Expands Utility Rate Assistance Program

Posted on June 30, 2015 by Public Information Officer

Sacramento temperatures on the rise

Posted on June 30, 2015July 1, 2015 by Public Information Officer1

2nd Street and Capitol Mall connector to provide new entrance into Old Sac

Posted on June 26, 2015July 1, 2015 by Public Information Officer

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City Council extends City Manager’s contract

Posted on June 17, 2015June 25, 2015 by Public Information Officer

FEMA-approved of new flood zone status becomes effective June 16

Posted on June 16, 2015June 25, 2015 by Public Information Officer

Sacramento proclaimed ‘Tree Hero’ for taking good care of remaining elm trees tied to City’s roots

Posted on June 8, 2015June 22, 2017 by Public Information Officer

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PHOTOS: Sacramento Business First Conference

Posted on June 8, 2015June 25, 2015 by Public Information Officer

The Davis-to-Sacramento “Bak2Sac” program returns!

Posted on May 27, 2015June 25, 2015 by Public Information Officer

About Time to take a dip – Season openers for most pools is early June

Posted on May 25, 2015June 25, 2015 by Public Information Officer

Business First Spotlight: Valley Tire and Wheel

Posted on May 19, 2015July 6, 2015 by Public Information Officer

City named a ‘Citizen-Engaged Community’

Posted on May 14, 2015July 6, 2015 by Public Information Officer

Sacramento Youth Commission’s AAA Scholarship for students

Posted on May 6, 2015July 6, 2015 by Public Information Officer

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Give Where Your Heart Is – And Help Save Lives!

Posted on May 4, 2015July 6, 2015 by Public Information Officer

New interchange at I-5 and Cosumnes River Blvd. in south Sacramento to open early!

Posted on April 27, 2015July 6, 2015 by Public Information Officer

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PHOTOS: City teams with paralympic sport clubs from across Northern California

Posted on April 22, 2015July 6, 2015 by Public Information Officer

City of Sacramento’s Fleet Chosen #1 Government Fleet in North America

Posted on April 21, 2015July 6, 2015 by Public Information Officer

City Hall gets a bit of TLC

Posted on April 20, 2015July 6, 2015 by Public Information Officer

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Amgen Tour of California starts off in Sacramento

Posted on April 20, 2015July 6, 2015 by Public Information Officer

Sacramento’s “Art of the Dumpster” gets national attention

Posted on April 9, 2015July 6, 2015 by Public Information Officer

Business First Spotlight: The Bicycle Business

Posted on March 23, 2015July 6, 2015 by Public Information Officer

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Final week to enter the Calling All Dreamers competition

Posted on March 17, 2015July 6, 2015 by Public Information Officer

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Sac Metro Arts Commission goes big with $1.5 million towards local, regional art

Posted on March 9, 2015July 6, 2015 by Public Information Officer

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Sacramento performers may soon be on their way into a new arts studio

Posted on March 6, 2015July 6, 2015 by Public Information Officer2

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Front Street Animal Shelter awarded $132,500 Lifesaving Grant

Posted on February 12, 2015July 7, 2015 by Public Information Officer

Business First Spotlight: Son of a Bean Coffee & Art

Posted on February 10, 2015July 7, 2015 by Public Information Officer

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Front Street Animal Shelter launches ‘License for Love’ campaign and ‘Free Ride Home Program’

Posted on February 5, 2015July 7, 2015 by Public Information Officer

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Sacramento City Manager recognized for outstanding career

Posted on January 27, 2015July 7, 2015 by Public Information Officer

Household junk pickup program returns in February

Posted on January 26, 2015July 7, 2015 by Public Information Officer

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City asks for volunteers to assist with count of the homeless

Posted on January 23, 2015July 7, 2015 by Public Information Officer

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Tunnel walk to Old Sacramento gets a new glow

Posted on January 15, 2015July 7, 2015 by Public Information Officer

New app lets you pay for parking on the go!

Posted on January 13, 2015July 7, 2015 by Public Information Officer

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‘Dine Downtown’ returns with an appetite!

Posted on January 13, 2015July 7, 2015 by Public Information Officer

Another Top 10 Rank for Sacramento!

Posted on January 8, 2015July 7, 2015 by Public Information Officer

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PHOTOS: PD’s Basic Police Recruit Graduation

Posted on December 19, 2014July 7, 2015 by Public Information Officer

Love your city? Vote for it as a “Top 10 Travel-Worthy Capital!”

Posted on December 17, 2014July 7, 2015 by Public Information Officer

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Our free holiday parking program for downtown shoppers continues!

Posted on November 20, 2014July 7, 2015 by Public Information Officer1

Stuff the ‘Believe’ campaign mailbox at City Hall and benefit Make-A-Wish

Posted on November 19, 2014July 7, 2015 by Public Information Officer

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Waverly, the bomb-sniffing dog joins police department

Posted on November 14, 2014July 7, 2015 by Public Information Officer

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Downtown ice skating rink opens grand, with much fanfare

Posted on November 7, 2014July 7, 2015 by Public Information Officer

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The Nutcracker Mutt: a partnership of ballerinas and pups

Posted on November 5, 2014 by Public Information Officer

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A sustainable, solar, Sacramento

Posted on October 29, 2014July 19, 2017 by Public Information Officer

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PHOTOS: ESC Groundbreaking

Posted on October 29, 2014 by Public Information Officer

City website featured as Top 10 Best of the Web

Posted on October 8, 2014October 8, 2014 by Public Information Officer

Congrats to Sacramento Republic FC on winning the 2014 USL Pro Championship

Posted on October 3, 2014October 3, 2014 by Public Information Officer

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PHOTOS: Sacramento ESC demo creates dramatic change in downtown landscape

Posted on October 1, 2014 by Public Information Officer

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Front St. Animal Shelter helps out at the King Fire

Posted on September 30, 2014 by Public Information Officer

What’s your favorite part of Fall in Sacramento?

Posted on September 24, 2014September 25, 2014 by Public Information Officer

Avoid traffic! Stay up to date on roads conditions in the City

Posted on September 22, 2014 by Public Information Officer

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City seeks businesses interested in hosting ‘parklets’

Posted on September 18, 2014 by Public Information Officer

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City to bring on experts to help plan park pond revitalize

Posted on September 15, 2014 by Public Information Officer

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Tractor parade to roll down Capitol Mall

Posted on September 10, 2014 by Public Information Officer

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Award to Parks & Rec for providing sports to those with disabilities

Posted on September 4, 2014September 4, 2014 by Public Information Officer

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Art in Sacramento goes virtual

Posted on September 4, 2014 by Public Information Officer

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Disney and KABOOM come to Sacramento

Posted on August 14, 2014 by Public Information Officer

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Wheels begin to turn on ESC construction

Posted on August 1, 2014 by Public Information Officer1

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Salvation Army Holds 10K Ice Cream Scoop Challenge

Posted on July 23, 2014 by Public Information Officer

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Capitol Box Public Art Project Begins Downtown

Posted on July 23, 2014 by Public Information Officer

Cesar Chavez “Hoop Mob” event

Posted on July 15, 2014 by Public Information Officer

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Cal State Fair revs up again!

Posted on July 11, 2014 by Public Information Officer

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Summer at City Hall brings valuable experience to high school youth

Posted on July 10, 2014 by Public Information Officer

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Your Sacramento, or #MySacramento?

Posted on July 9, 2014 by Public Information Officer

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Join the Front Street Animal Shelter for an exclusive premiere of “Redemption”

Posted on July 8, 2014 by Public Information Officer

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Guy West Bridge restoration getting started

Posted on July 3, 2014July 3, 2014 by Public Information Officer

Love Sacramento? Prove it using #mysacramento

Posted on July 3, 2014July 3, 2014 by Public Information Officer1