City Express

A City of Sacramento publication

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

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A new webinar series offers local businesses tips and resources for navigating COVID-19 landscape

Posted on April 27, 2020April 30, 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

‘Envisioning Our Lives 20/20’ – City of Sacramento Older Adult Services hosts writers’ conference

Posted on March 2, 2020March 26, 2020 by Public Information Officer

State, County and City work together to protect Californians against COVID-19

Posted on February 27, 2020February 28, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Bird, Spin bring 500 more e-scooters to Sacramento

Posted on February 27, 2020March 2, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Sacramento community centers now offer extended hours to better serve city neighborhoods

Posted on February 26, 2020February 27, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Check out the final design for the new I Street Bridge Replacement Project

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

This Grammy-nominated artist just released a recruitment video for Sac PD. He’s also a cop

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

Help shape Sacramento’s future by applying for the City’s Independent Redistricting Commission

Posted on February 19, 2020February 20, 2020 by Public Information Officer

These Tuff Shed ‘cabins’ soon will house nearly 50 young people experiencing homelessness in Sacramento

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

City, County and community come together to have ‘crucial conversations’ about racial equity in Sacramento

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

North Sacramento baseball field renamed to honor fallen officer Tara O’Sullivan

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

City of Sacramento launches new, citywide ‘Artists in Residence’ program

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

After cat narrowly escapes coyotes in midtown Sacramento, Animal Control offers tips to avoid encounters

Posted on February 11, 2020 by Public Information Officer

The City of Sacramento soon will own and operate its own ‘Portland Loo’

Posted on February 10, 2020February 10, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Learn about the ‘scandalous life’ of the founder of Stanford University at this book signing and speaker event

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

Sacramento ranks second only to Paris in this category (and it’s not about trees)

Posted on February 7, 2020February 10, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City receives $1.2 million in state funding to increase equity in local cannabis industry

Posted on February 4, 2020February 7, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City partners with Safety Pool to set safety standards for autonomous vehicles in Sacramento and around the world

Posted on January 31, 2020February 6, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City selects 6 companies to receive funding and expert support as part of ‘Economic Gardening 2.0’

Posted on January 30, 2020February 7, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Looking for a summer job? The City of Sacramento has more than 500 available

Posted on January 28, 2020January 28, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City opens its first ‘scattered-site’ shelters to help people experiencing homelessness

Posted on January 23, 2020January 25, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City’s 311 customer service reduces call waiting time by 56%

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

Two more public parks in Sacramento go live with free Wi-Fi

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

Leaf season is almost over. Take advantage of the season’s final pile pickup

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

Plan for traffic and street closures during the Women’s March and March for the Dream this holiday weekend

Posted on January 17, 2020January 20, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Find out how Sacramento is working to solve childcare and early learning issues

Posted on January 17, 2020January 17, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City seeks input on design for the Sacramento Valley Station

Posted on January 16, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Join the conversation about early learning and affordable childcare in Sacramento at this Jan. 15 event

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

City opens new Film Office to foster local film-industry growth and bring more productions to Sacramento

Posted on January 8, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Interested in community planning and development? The City’s Citizens Planning Academy wants you

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

Here’s what you need to know about tonight’s New Year’s Eve celebration in Old Sacramento

Posted on December 31, 2019December 31, 2019 by Public Information Officer

What’s the best way to dispose of your holiday tree?

Posted on December 26, 2019 by Public Information Officer

City accepting applications for community-based investment opportunities

Posted on December 19, 2019 by Public Information Officer

City partners with startup accelerator Berkeley SkyDeck to bring seven innovation companies to Sacramento

Posted on December 17, 2019December 17, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Old Sac Waterfront revitalization gathers some serious steam. Which projects made the cut and which didn’t?

Posted on December 12, 2019December 12, 2019 by Public Information Officer

City continues its outreach efforts before Jan. 1 ban on the sale of flavored tobacco

Posted on December 11, 2019December 13, 2019 by Public Information Officer

City’s new workforce dashboard tracks progress made in diversity and equity

Posted on December 11, 2019December 11, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Crews prepare for weekend storm, City asks residents to help keep storm drains clear

Posted on December 5, 2019December 6, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Public invited to memorial service for fallen Sacramento firefighter at Golden 1 Center

Posted on December 5, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Several streets will be closed Dec. 6-8 for the California International Marathon. Here’s where

Posted on December 5, 2019December 6, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Convention Center construction to close one block of J Street Dec. 6-8

Posted on December 2, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Avoid a holiday nightmare by doing these three simple things

Posted on November 26, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Free holiday parking in downtown, midtown and Old Sacramento; SacRT offers free rides Nov. 30

Posted on November 25, 2019November 25, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Roads are closing for Sacramento’s annual Run to Feed the Hungry. Here’s where

Posted on November 22, 2019November 22, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Traffic and parking enforcement begins for shared e-scooters, e-bikes on Nov. 19

Posted on November 18, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Once-troubled Stockton Boulevard motor lodge reborn as new boutique hotel

Posted on November 18, 2019November 18, 2019 by Public Information Officer

‘Women in the Workplace’ event at City Hall draws more than 250 attendees

Posted on November 8, 2019November 8, 2019 by Public Information Officer

City hosts 9th annual Veterans Day parade with special salute to women in the military

Posted on November 7, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Your Monday commute might take a little longer than expected. Here’s why

Posted on November 1, 2019November 1, 2019 by Public Information Officer

What is ‘economic gardening’ and why is the City’s chief innovation officer so excited about it?

Posted on November 1, 2019December 10, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Big changes are coming to the grid. Here’s how you can weigh in

Posted on October 31, 2019October 31, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Fremont Park in Sacramento goes live with free Wi-Fi

Posted on October 31, 2019October 31, 2019 by Public Information Officer

City responds to calls for service as massive windstorm whips through Sacramento

Posted on October 27, 2019October 28, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Why does Sacramento’s water taste so good? Learn the secrets at Water Discovery Day on Oct. 26

Posted on October 25, 2019October 25, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Two spots on Sacramento waterfront to be named after local grandmothers but who were they?

Posted on October 23, 2019 by Public Information Officer

City’s Department of Utilities receives national excellence award for its water conservation outreach

Posted on October 18, 2019October 18, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Sacramento to conduct test of emergency notification system

Posted on October 14, 2019October 17, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Six reasons to attend the Highwater Jamboree this Saturday

Posted on October 14, 2019 by Public Information Officer

$500k in grants for starts-ups and entrepreneurs coming Oct. 14

Posted on October 11, 2019October 11, 2019 by Public Information Officer

City deploys high-output generators to assist Lake County, Red Bluff with public safety power shutoff

Posted on October 11, 2019October 11, 2019 by Public Information Officer

More than $140,000 available to non-profits that help underserved residents

Posted on October 9, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Calling all bards: Sacramento is searching for its next Poet Laureate

Posted on October 7, 2019October 7, 2019 by Public Information Officer

City partners with national company Numotion to help people with disabilities during disasters

Posted on October 4, 2019October 4, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Ali Youssefi Square in downtown Sacramento dedicated to the late, forward-thinking developer

Posted on October 3, 2019October 3, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Councilmember Larry Carr and City staff to highlight economic development opportunities on upcoming tour

Posted on October 2, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Front Street Animal Shelter manager retires, leaves legacy of improvements

Posted on October 1, 2019October 2, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Three reasons why ‘Ryde Free RT’ is a game-changer for Sacramento and its youth

Posted on October 1, 2019October 1, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Statement regarding U.S. Attorney, FBI and Sac PD’s findings in the Stephon Clark case

Posted on September 26, 2019September 26, 2019 by Public Information Officer

City temporarily closes section of 2nd Avenue to vehicles to study safety and mobility

Posted on September 24, 2019September 25, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Portion of C Street to close for bike and pedestrian safety improvements

Posted on September 17, 2019September 18, 2019 by Public Information Officer

See swift-water rescues and more at the ‘Highwater Jamboree’ flood prep event

Posted on September 16, 2019September 16, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Meet Sac PD’s new communications team

Posted on September 12, 2019September 12, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Statement regarding settlement of litigation in Clark v. City of Sacramento

Posted on September 5, 2019September 26, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Sac Fire members sent to North Carolina to assist with emergency response to Hurricane Dorian

Posted on September 3, 2019September 3, 2019 by Public Information Officer

City seeks formal proposals for what to do with this abandoned tree nursery

Posted on August 30, 2019September 19, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Front Street Animal Shelter seeks help in investigating multiple dogs found dead in a trash can

Posted on August 29, 2019August 29, 2019 by Public Information Officer

City reminds drivers that ’15 is Fast Enough’ near schools

Posted on August 29, 2019August 29, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Sacramento Poet Laureate to host multi-disciplinary art event at City Hall

Posted on August 27, 2019August 29, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Sac Fire recognized as one of best in nation when responding to heart attack calls

Posted on August 22, 2019August 23, 2019 by Public Information Officer

City innovation team wants to bring food delivery robots to Sacramento

Posted on August 20, 2019August 20, 2019 by Public Information Officer

Sac Metro Arts Commission now accepting applications for $725k in arts and culture grants

Posted on August 19, 2019 by Public Information Officer