City Express

A City of Sacramento publication

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

Posted on June 2, 2021 by Public Information Officer

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

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

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

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

See what wildlife has returned to this old City landfill

Posted on May 28, 2021June 18, 2021 by Public Information Officer

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

Posted on May 27, 2021 by Public Information Officer

New buildings may go all electric with proposed City ordinance

Posted on May 27, 2021June 1, 2021 by Public Information Officer

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

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

City of Sacramento approves new enforcement tools to curb illegal-fireworks use and protect neighborhoods

Posted on May 26, 2021June 25, 2021 by Public Information Officer

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

Posted on May 25, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City of Sacramento to fund six community organizations to help prevent gang violence

Posted on May 25, 2021May 26, 2021 by Public Information Officer

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

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

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

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

The City wants to hear from Oak Park residents about possible ‘Slow and Active Street’ locations

Posted on May 24, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Got water conservation questions? These new virtual ‘office hours’ can help

Posted on May 20, 2021May 24, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Does the City of Sacramento owe you money? Here’s how to find out

Posted on May 20, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City hosts virtual community meeting for Del Rio Trail on May 24

Posted on May 20, 2021May 27, 2021 by Public Information Officer

VIDEO: How the City invested in the community during the pandemic

Posted on May 19, 2021May 19, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City Council approves funds to build 200 affordable housing units on Stockton Boulevard

Posted on May 12, 2021May 12, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Sacramento rental assistance program again accepting applications from low-income residents

Posted on May 11, 2021May 11, 2021 by Public Information Officer

How much has the pandemic affected Sacramento’s creative economy? New survey reveals the exact toll taken

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

May is bike month. Here are 9 ways to get involved

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

5 ways the public can help redraw Sacramento City Council district boundaries

Posted on May 5, 2021May 5, 2021 by Public Information Officer

The City wants to hear from Tahoe Park residents about ‘slow and active streets’

Posted on May 5, 2021May 5, 2021 by Public Information Officer

2.3 million miles traveled: New data released on shared-rideables in Sacramento

Posted on May 4, 2021May 5, 2021 by Public Information Officer

See how this group helped the City reach sole proprietors and Black-owned businesses with its COVID-19 relief efforts

Posted on April 27, 2021May 5, 2021 by Public Information Officer

What should be the City’s transportation priorities? Help us decide

Posted on April 22, 2021 by Public Information Officer

As Sacramento sees an increase in housing production, City works to keep momentum going

Posted on April 22, 2021August 23, 2022 by Public Information Officer

City of Sacramento releases proposed budget for fiscal year 2021/22

Posted on April 21, 2021 by Public Information Officer

How to get involved with City of Sacramento virtual and in-person Earth Day events

Posted on April 19, 2021April 19, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Here’s how Sacramento is helping residents save money and conserve water during a dry year

Posted on April 16, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Five new public art pieces are coming to the SAFE Credit Union Convention and Performing Arts District

Posted on April 14, 2021April 15, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City launches additional ‘Safe Parking’ site on south Front Street to serve people staying in vehicles

Posted on April 9, 2021 by Public Information Officer

How do you rate the quality of life in Sacramento? The City wants to hear from you

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

A plan to turn Sacramento’s historic train station into an environmentally-friendly regional mobility hub gets the green light

Posted on April 8, 2021April 9, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Aggie Square community benefits agreement commits $50 million to affordable housing, local hiring and more

Posted on April 8, 2021April 8, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City Council approves $1.1 million loan to open employee-owned supermarket in Oak Park

Posted on April 7, 2021 by Public Information Officer

New public art is coming to downtown Sacramento and it is out of this world

Posted on April 7, 2021April 14, 2021 by Public Information Officer

The City announces the top 10 scoring applicants for new storefront cannabis dispensary permits

Posted on April 1, 2021April 2, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City of Sacramento opens its first ‘Safe Ground’ site near W and Sixth streets

Posted on March 31, 2021April 9, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Proposed Aggie Square community benefits include $50 million for affordable housing and commitment to hire local residents

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

Community invited to learn about transportation improvements planned for Pocket Greenhaven neighborhood

Posted on March 23, 2021 by Public Information Officer

60 local artists selected to design utility-box wraps in downtown Sacramento

Posted on March 23, 2021March 23, 2021 by Public Information Officer

The City just made a $6 million investment in youth and children services. Here’s where that money will go

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

Tell the City what you think about the design for the Stockton Boulevard Corridor’s future

Posted on March 22, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Why City staff are asking people to take the ’10-minute challenge’

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

City of Sacramento receives $1.8 million ‘Cannabis Equity Grant’ from State

Posted on March 19, 2021March 19, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Three things to know about the City’s household junk pickup service

Posted on March 19, 2021March 19, 2021 by Public Information Officer

These Sac Fire ‘mobile teams’ are bringing COVID-19 vaccinations to people experiencing homelessness

Posted on March 18, 2021March 19, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City Council provides district-specific updates on homeless master plan

Posted on March 17, 2021March 19, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Here’s what you might not know about the City’s spring and summer watering schedule

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

City’s online permit services and virtual inspections keep construction projects moving during the pandemic

Posted on March 15, 2021 by Public Information Officer

The City wants to hear from these three neighborhoods before creating more ‘Slow and Active Streets’

Posted on March 12, 2021March 12, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Here’s how City leaders are bringing COVID-19 vaccines to underserved populations in Sacramento

Posted on March 12, 2021March 12, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Sacramentans find relief with City’s free financial coaching and assistance accessing COVID-19 resources

Posted on March 11, 2021March 11, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Summer employment alert: City hosting virtual jobs fair for youth on March 20

Posted on March 11, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City Council condemns racism, intolerance toward AAPI community with new resolution

Posted on March 10, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City Council approves keeping overnight respite centers open year round

Posted on March 10, 2021March 10, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Local companies now can apply for funding and business support through the City’s ‘Economic Gardening 2.0’ program

Posted on March 9, 2021March 22, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Looking for a summer job? The City’s Aquatics Division is hiring

Posted on March 3, 2021April 30, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Get your pet microchipped and vaccinated at one of these free drive-through clinics offered by the City

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

City reopens Library Galleria warming center in downtown Sacramento

Posted on March 2, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Sacramento rental assistance program now accepting applications from low-income residents through March 19

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

City partners with south Sacramento church to open warming center that serves local neighborhood

Posted on February 24, 2021February 25, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Learn how to collect and create your family’s story at this virtual writers conference

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

More than 32,000 residents did this one simple thing when their trash and recycling collection day changed

Posted on February 23, 2021 by Public Information Officer

This City-funded program pays culinary artists-in-training and provides meals to the Meadowview community

Posted on February 23, 2021February 23, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Sacramento City Council approves additional $31.7 million in rental assistance for low-income residents

Posted on February 17, 2021 by Public Information Officer

The City is creating a plan to address housing needs in Sacramento and wants your feedback

Posted on February 16, 2021February 17, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City of Sacramento fights to protect California’s seniors and others victimized by the opioid epidemic

Posted on February 16, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City opens first ‘Slow and Active Streets’ area in Midtown, Newton Booth neighborhoods

Posted on February 12, 2021February 12, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City’s Tenant Protection Program enforces against unfair evictions, rental increases

Posted on February 10, 2021February 10, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Here’s exactly how the City’s Coronavirus relief efforts have been helping Sacramentans

Posted on February 10, 2021February 10, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Help build the future of Stockton Boulevard: City seeks community input for corridor plan

Posted on February 8, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Calling all Sacramento artists! City seeks creatives for community murals

Posted on February 4, 2021February 10, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City’s Cultural Equity grants provide financial relief and support for three arts and culture organizations

Posted on February 3, 2021February 4, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Still seeing storm scraps? What people can do about branch piles on their streets

Posted on February 3, 2021February 4, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Here’s when City crews will finish clearing debris from Tuesday’s storm and what to do if it’s affecting you

Posted on January 29, 2021January 29, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Here’s how City crews are responding to thousands of calls for service since last night’s storm

Posted on January 27, 2021 by Public Information Officer

This popular park in Sacramento soon could grow to add wildlife viewing and bike trails

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

Windy and wet weather expected tonight through Friday. Here’s how you can prepare

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

City Council shows strong support for allowing more housing types in single-family neighborhoods

Posted on January 25, 2021January 26, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City to open downtown warming center Monday evening to support unsheltered residents

Posted on January 24, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Leaf season is leaving. Here’s the last day to have your foliage piles collected

Posted on January 21, 2021 by Public Information Officer

How a $1.8 million grant could help Sacramento become a ‘zero-emission capital’

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

City significantly expands sheltering options for people experiencing homelessness

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

Additional rental assistance coming for eligible low-income City residents

Posted on January 15, 2021January 19, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City to discuss permitting greater array of housing types in local neighborhoods

Posted on January 15, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Statement from Sac PD regarding potential demonstrations at State Capitol

Posted on January 14, 2021January 15, 2021 by Public Information Officer

City to host monthly community conversations to discuss inequitable impacts of fines and fees

Posted on January 13, 2021 by Public Information Officer

The City has approved 10 new cannabis dispensary permits. Here’s who can apply and how

Posted on January 13, 2021January 14, 2021 by Public Information Officer

This local cultural nonprofit feeds Sacramentans in need during COVID-19 pandemic

Posted on January 8, 2021January 13, 2021 by Public Information Officer

The day your trash and recycling gets picked up could change Feb. 1. Here’s why

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

City of Sacramento opens warming center to support unsheltered residents

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

New year, new selfie: How pop-up art in Sacramento can help people celebrate safely

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

Need to get rid of your holiday tree? Here are three easy ways

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

Up to six miles of Sacramento streets closing to cars, open to cyclists and pedestrians

Posted on December 23, 2020December 24, 2020 by Public Information Officer

This website can help Sacramento youth find things to do while on winter break

Posted on December 23, 2020January 13, 2021 by Public Information Officer

Sacramento COVID relief: The stories behind the numbers (VIDEO)

Posted on December 22, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Aggie Square update: Jobs, workforce training, affordable housing and more discussed at Dec. 17 community meeting

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

City of Sacramento completes all installations on its free Wi-Fi in the Parks program

Posted on December 21, 2020December 24, 2020 by Public Information Officer

10,000 art kits distributed to city of Sacramento students affected by the pandemic

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

Sac Library to help provide Wi-Fi connectivity for City residents impacted by COVID-19

Posted on December 17, 2020December 18, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City extends ordinance to protect workers during the pandemic as COVID-19 cases rise

Posted on December 16, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Meet the newest members of Sacramento City Council

Posted on December 16, 2020December 16, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Warming centers, hotel vouchers and mobile trailers: City develops enhanced strategy to help unsheltered people this winter

Posted on December 16, 2020December 17, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Here’s how the City is ‘Crushing The Curve’ when it comes to youth health and safety during the pandemic

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

Many Sacramento park amenities will remain open during the latest ‘stay-at-home’ order. Here’s why

Posted on December 10, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City launches ‘Mentor Sacramento’ program to support Sacramento-based entrepreneurs

Posted on December 3, 2020December 4, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Four weeks left to access City’s CARES Act funded programs and services

Posted on December 3, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Nearly 250 artists, cultural organizations and creative businesses to receive $6 million in grants from the City

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

City launches new interest-free loan program to increase equity in local cannabis industry

Posted on November 25, 2020November 27, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Avoid a hearty holiday mishap by doing these three simple things

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

South Natomas park renamed to honor community advocates

Posted on November 24, 2020November 24, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Here’s how the City is making its free holiday program even better this year

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

City of Sacramento partners with Ford Motor Company Fund to distribute 275,000 masks as part of statewide ‘PPE Day’

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

New ‘Portland Loo’ public restroom opens in Cesar Chavez Plaza

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

Sacramento youth and adults now can access additional job training and placement opportunities

Posted on November 16, 2020November 17, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Planning to use a leaf blower in Sacramento? Best to check the AQI first

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

Do this one important thing before using your fireplace or wood stove this season

Posted on November 6, 2020November 10, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City building inspectors recognized for their work helping local businesses during protests

Posted on November 6, 2020November 6, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Virtual storefront featuring works from local artists launches with support from City funds

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

City of Sacramento accelerates work to limit carbon emissions and address climate change

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

New data dashboard shows just how much Great Plates Delivered is helping seniors, restaurants in Sacramento

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

New City of Sacramento bike map makes it easier to navigate on two wheels

Posted on November 2, 2020 by Public Information Officer

City’s small-business assistance program offers ‘pandemic survival toolkits’ and one-on-one counseling

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

This new development project could bring more than 20,000 jobs to the Sacramento region

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

Former office of groundbreaking African American attorney recognized as Sacramento historic landmark

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

The Claw returns! Here’s when the City will begin its annual leaf collection service

Posted on October 27, 2020October 30, 2020 by Public Information Officer

Front Street Animal Shelter’s annual Paws to Party fundraiser goes virtual with ‘Howl-O-Ween’ on Oct. 30

Posted on October 27, 2020 by Public Information Officer

See how City fire, utilities crews train for storms and flooding in Sacramento

Posted on October 26, 2020October 26, 2020 by Public Information Officer

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