Tag: city of sacramento
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It’s the talk of the town on Facebook: recent photos of a coyote chasing a house cat in midtown Sacramento. Sacramento resident Allyson Seconds captured…
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If it seems like more and more people are riding e-scooters and e-bikes around Sacramento, you’re right. Uber, which operates Jump bikes and e-scooters in…
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As the first woman elected to City Council in both Sacramento and California, Luella Johnston was a pioneer for women in politics during the early…
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Firefighters from throughout the region filled City Council chambers on Oct. 3 to witness the change-of-command ceremony for new Sacramento Fire Chief Gary Loesch. The…
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Ready to grab a “meow-tini” and “paw-ty?” The Front Street Animal Shelter invites you to be part of something special at its Paws to Party Event, celebrating…
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More than 60 Community members engaged with City officials during an open house to learn more about the McKinley Park Water Vault, a proposed underground…
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In case you missed it, beginning Thursday, Sept. 13, Sacramento residents can sign up for 5G service through Verizon’s new 5G home broadband internet. Simply…
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On this day, 17 years ago, 343 New York Fire Department (NYFD) Firefighters made the ultimate sacrifice at the World Trade center. In remembrance, firefighters…
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The City’s Parks and Recreation Commission recently recognized 11 individuals and community organizations for their dedicated volunteer work in Youth, Parks, & Community Enrichment programming…
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What is Measure U and what does it fund? The current Measure U is a ½-cent sales tax approved by voters in 2012 that expires…
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In time for the official start of Summer, hot weather is following us into the weekend as the National Weather Service predicts valley highs of…
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Big Day of Giving is May 3! There are plenty of reasons to consider donating to your favorite cause and don’t forget to consider giving…
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A first-of-its-kind, City-funded, Winter Triage Center opened its doors to the City’s most chronically homeless in North Sacramento in early December, 2017. As the shelter…
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The City of Sacramento in partnership with SACOG, and the Cities of West Sacramento, and Davis will be rolling out a full bike share program…
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In partnership with Volunteers of America (VOA), the City of Sacramento is opening a 2017 Winter Triage Shelter to bring services and housing to those…
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Creative Edge would like to invite you and your neighborhood to the December Creative Edge Neighborhood Discussion Workshop Meetings. These event are intended for area…
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The winter season is just around the corner, and with it can come heavy rains and the potential for flooding. Despite the unpredictability of mother…
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First Day Out – November 1, 2017, Last Day Out – January 31, 2018 City of Sacramento residential customers can legally place yard waste piles…
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City of Sacramento institutes steeper fines and enforcement to push cannabis cultivation out of residential neighborhoods and toward a legal operation. There are between 800…
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The City of Sacramento is pleased to announce the upcoming release of the City’s first EV Strategy. Come by at your convenience between 5 and…
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Consider registering in advance for the regional mass notification system; City to send TEST message out Thursday, Oct. 19, at 10:19 a.m. to about 72,000…
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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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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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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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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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“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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 completion of a new signalized pedestrian crossing at the intersection of Folsom Boulevard and Elvas Avenue. The completed…
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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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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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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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On Wed., October 12, California State University, Sacramento held a Signing Ceremony for the new Law Enforcement Candidate Scholars (LECS) academic program on the Sacramento…
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Residents throughout California are being asked to prepare for, what looks to be, a possibly wet winter. Did you know that the City of Sacramento…
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The City of Sacramento, in partnership with Sutter Health, announced funding to expand services at the Salvation Army’s Center of Hope Emergency Shelter. Funding will…
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Let transit take you this October during the Sacramento region’s Try Transit campaign. In addition to the environmental benefits of taking transit, you can also…
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City customers enjoy the highest quality water service, with all drinking water quality measurements meeting or surpassing all State and Federal drinking water standards, as…
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The SacPark Reservation System is live as of Thursday, September 1! Sacramento residents and visitors attending events at the Golden 1 Center, and venues throughout…
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Two water quality concerns related to aesthetics have been reported. These two aesthetic concerns are temporary, separate and not related in any way. The first…
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Money does grow on trees with Urban Ag Incentives The Community Development Department is accepting Urban Agriculture Incentive Zone applications. This program was created to…
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Funding allows project to move forward with the 3.3-mile initial line that will extend from West Sacramento to Downtown. The City of Sacramento is excited…
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On Tuesday, August 2, 2016, the 33rd Annual National Night Out will be taking place in communities and neighborhoods throughout Sacramento and the nation. Over…
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Future tenants can expect historical features and prime location near Golden 1 Center and planned Railyards Development. City of Sacramento announced a Request for Proposals…
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Awards will be presented at the annual luncheon on Friday, July 29 The City’s project to restore the Old City Cemetery Chapel was awarded the…
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Jennifer Donlon Wyant is the new Active Transportation Program Specialist for the Department of Public Works. As such, Jennifer reviews development projects for bicycle and…
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In 2014, the City of Sacramento Department of Utilities and California State University, Sacramento (Sacramento State) landed a $3 million stormwater grant from the State…
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The City continues to conserve water and for the first time in 18 months, the fountain in the breezeway between Old City Hall and New…
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New app is part of a region-wide public education effort highlighting the variety of transportation options available to get to downtown and Golden 1 Center.…
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If you are on the list for turtle adoptions, you may be able to bring your new green friend home soon! Early this morning, staff…
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Today, The 4th “R” is celebrating their 30 year anniversary at each one of their 18 sites. Stop by any of the sites and enjoy…
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The Historic Fred Mayes Clock, located on the corner of 10th and J Streets, will be temporarily removed for repair beginning June 28. The City…
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Innovative Two-Way Data Share to Ease Congestion and Improve Public Safety… City of Sacramento announces a new innovative data sharing partnership with Waze, the world’s leading mobile navigation app, to help improve traffic management in Sacramento. The…
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Residents will soon see new bike lanes along Freeport Boulevard from 4th Avenue to Sutterville Road. Construction began last month and will continue into August.…
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Hair to Dye For has been a fixture in Downtown Sacramento’s business community for over 21 years. Located at 715 Merchant Street in Downtown Sacramento,…
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Construction at Land Park and McKinley to begin this summer… City of Sacramento will begin long-anticipated renovations to ponds at both the McKinley and Land…
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All City parking garages are getting major system upgrades, and by August 2016, all garages will have enhanced features in order to better serve customers.…
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Pilot Program aims to provide a safe, clean, and private alternative for people who need a bathroom. City leaders and community representatives joined together Monday,…
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On Friday, June 10, the Economic Development Department welcomed delegates from Guangzhou, China, with an extensive tour of Sacramento. This group was part of a…
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This Saturday, June 11, the Sacramento Marina is being invaded by pirates and mermaids to celebrate National Marina Day! Join the fun from 10 a.m.…
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The City is seeking interest for eager tenants to lease office or retail space at the remodeled Sacramento Valley Station. Four tours of the available…
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On May 26, 2016, City of Sacramento celebrated the grand opening of the Sacramento City College Pedestrian and Bicycle Bridge, with help from the Department…
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It’s hard to believe the opening of Golden 1 Center is less than four months away! The City has been working with its partners to…
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Have you encountered these green cages in East Sacramento and wondered what they are? Who put them there? And why? The cages protect an important…
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In case you missed it, here’s a photo gallery of the AMGEN Tour of California, rolling through Sacramento on May 22, 2016 for the overall…
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The 2016 Amgen Tour of California will celebrate its finale in Sacramento, California’s capital, on Sunday, May 22. This is the 11th annual edition of…
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First downtown road closures and parking restrictions start the morning of Saturday, May 21. The City’s Police and Public Works departments are encouraging motorists to…
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On Friday, May 13, friends and family of fallen soldiers attended a reception to remember those who served. Unveiled were 29 names of fallen soldiers…
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From enhancing livability to expanding economic development, bike and pedestrian projects help create a vibrant transportation network. As part of May is Bike Month, the…
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The City of Sacramento is reducing drainage rates on commercial vacant parcels following a review of the drainage rate structure. The reduction will benefit 627…
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The City of Sacramento is recognizing Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME), AKA Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), at City Council today with a proclamation being presented to patient…
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The City of Sacramento seeks to lead by example by increasing the sustainability of City facilities, programs and services City of Sacramento is one of…
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1,463 names on unclaimed property list; June 30 is deadline to submit claim. On May 2, 2016 the City of Sacramento published a list of…
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The SacPark program aims to make the downtown experience more convenient, pleasant, and accessible. Not only will the new SacPark technology point you to available…
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City completed the first directive outlined in Sacramento County’s Corrective Action Order. Additional nine tests this week show that the sidewalk areas across the street…
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Interagency collaboration to save more than $2 million in City taxpayer dollars. The City of Sacramento and State of California are partnering to provide each…
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City continues positive trend in properly managing claim costs. A comparison of the City of Sacramento’s workers’ compensation numbers with other similar-sized California cities puts…
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The Big Day of Giving starts at midnight tonight. Consider supporting City organizations and City-sponsored groups listed below! The kickoff for the 24-hour giving challenge…
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City receives formal letter from Sacramento County Environmental Management Department. The City of Sacramento is collaborating with the Sacramento County Environmental Management Department (EMD) and…
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Sacramento weather is warming up and the I-5 Riverfront Reconnection Project is moving right along schedule. Crews have made great progress throughout the winter, and if you…
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Hosted by the City’s Economic Development Department, BizX – Business Experiences that Inspire and Empower is a business event that focuses on inspiring local entrepreneurs…
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Budget is balanced; Money added for police officers, addressing homelessness, and 10 percent of budget will be placed in economic uncertainty reserve. Today Sacramento City…
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Tiered-based pricing The City is striving to make the downtown experience more convenient, pleasant, and accessible. SacPark meter pricing is a tier-based model that offers…
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The heart of downtown Sac pulses with vibrant energy every Friday night as 6,000 music-lovers gather in Cesar Chavez Plaza for Concerts in the Park.…
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Neighborhood Services Division Hosts Annual Earth Day Celebration at Cesar Chavez Park. The Neighborhood Services Division of the City of Sacramento’s Department of Parks and…
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Test results show play areas are free of any unsafe levels of lead in the soil or lead dust on surface areas Tests this week…
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On Friday, April 15, the City is expecting results from tests for lead levels in soil and dust taken at the closed Mangan Park Rifle…
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The Sacramento Bee published an article on the status of the Mangan Park Rifle and Pistol Range, located on 34th Avenue near the Executive Airport, which is…
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Two minutes For Your Two Cents The City of Sacramento solicits feedback from residents regarding overall satisfaction with parks facilities and encourages residents to participate…
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While the recent rains have made vacant fields seem beautiful with lush greenery, speckled with yellow flowers, they will soon dry up and become dangerous…
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The City of Sacramento – a city of rich history dating back to 1849 – is marking over 40 years of historic preservation programs, and…
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Economic development program will learn what local ‘primary’ employers need to stay and grow. Recognizing the importance of its current business base, the City’s Economic…
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If you see a lot of construction trucks in neighborhoods, here’s why. Over the last 18 months, the Department of Utilities completed significant improvements to…
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Save the date for the free Youth Job Fair this Sat., March 19! This event is open to youth ages 16-24 interested in building experience…
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City explores new program that increases funding for road maintenance and improvements. Due to more fuel efficient cars, the current gas tax cannot meet California’s…
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Many people are aware that rainwater and sewage go down a drain, however, where water and sewage is stored, treated and released, is another story…
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Join the party as the Front Street Animal Shelter celebrates the opening of their very first satellite adoption center in the Arden Way Petco. With…
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Large truckloads of garbage and hazardous waste from an illegal campground were hauled away late last week from private property near Sutter’s Landing Regional Park…
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65% of City customers have meters installed 21,000 meters installed with last rate adjustment 7,500 meters currently in construction The City of Sacramento Department of…
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The Mayor’s Gang Prevention and Intervention Task Force (GPIT) grant program is awarding $680,000 to 18 community-based organizations to help the City prevent gang violence.…
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This weekend marks the 90th Anniversary of the Sacramento Valley Station. The station has been undergoing full restoration. Once completed, the 68,000 square-foot building will…
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On Thursday, Feb. 18, sixty 8th and 9th grade female students participated in Sacramento’s first DigiGirlz Day – a day intended to encourage middle school…
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Sacramento City Council recently approved a project to reconstruct two aging sump pumps in North Sacramento and Land Park. The two pumps and equipment are…
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On Thursday, Feb. 11, Viva Supermarket, the first full service supermarket in Del Paso Heights in many years, hosted a special welcome for residents of…
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Stay informed about emergencies around your City by registering for Sacramento’s emergency alert system today. The notification system alerts residents and businesses, via email, text…
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Mark your calendars for the second annual Niello BMW Corporate Run on Thursday, May 26, 2016. The party starts at 4 p.m. on Capitol Mall,…
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From enhancing livability to expanding economic development, transportation projects help create smart growth strategies the City needs in order to thrive. As Sacramento continues to…
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It’s a cold evening in late January in Sacramento. About 100 people gather for dinner, some festivities, and a warm place to sleep. The meal…
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Experts say we will have a strong El Niño this winter. Cold weather conditions are already showing serious wear and tear on our utilities. We’ve…
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The City of Sacramento is asking the community to provide feedback on updated concepts to improve the historic and vibrant Broadway corridor for drivers, bicyclists,…
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–Code Liaison working with the community to expedite neighborhood code violations– There were more than 18,000 neighborhood code cases opened last year in the City…
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Since early December, a group has been protesting the City’s ordinance prohibiting camping on public or private property. While it’s everyone’s constitutional right to protest,…
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–Annual community survey helps the City plan for growth and improvement– The City of Sacramento invites those who live and work in Sacramento to complete…
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The Community Development Department is now accepting applications for its 2016 Citizen’s Planning Academy. The free academy provides participants with a background in the fundamentals…
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In addition to a full-time position to oversee the City’s response to homelessness, the City spends over $13.6 million annually to address homelessness, including a…
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Sacramento is saying goodbye to single–use plastic bags and here’s what you need to know to make sure you are prepared! Beginning January 1, 2016,…
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The City of Sacramento celebrated the grand opening of Cosumnes River Boulevard Extension and I-5 interchange on Tuesday, Dec. 15. The completion of the highly-anticipated…
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–Last day for City Yard Waste Service Customers to put out trees and leaves is January 31, 2016– City of Sacramento residential yard waste customers…
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For the second year in a row, the City of Sacramento Front Street Animal Shelter is collaborating with the Sacramento Ballet in its production of…
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Want an inside look at how the City of Sacramento is managed? Join us for the 2016 City Management Academy (CMA) – a program offered…
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-Rental Housing Inspection Program requires lifesaving detectors in homes- The number one violation within rental homes is missing or non-working smoke detectors. Without a working…
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City Council will vote on proposed $226 million public-private partnership on December 1. SACRAMENTO, CA (November 25, 2015) – Today, the City of Sacramento released…
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Annual freebie from the City will continue this holiday season. In an effort to encourage residents to dine and shop downtown during the holiday season,…
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Over the past few months, Jan Ebert went on a journey to save a life. Real Property Agent for the City of Sacramento, her dedication…
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The holidays are just around the corner, with bright lights and events going on all around the city. If you are looking to donate your…
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City commits $600,000 to add more transitional housing for women and children. The City of Sacramento is awarding $600,000 to the “Saint John’s Program for…
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The City of Sacramento – Recycling and Solid Waste Division, has launched the Waste Wizard at SacReycle. This new web based application will answer resident’s…
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In an effort to ease traffic congestion and enhance the parking experience, the City of Sacramento will launch a pilot study called SPOTZone, or Special…
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Looking for some fun to fill your November month? The Crocker Art Museum is hosting tons of events for all ages! Whether you want to…
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Who: Councilmember Steve Hansen will host a media event to preview proposed transportation improvements outlined by the Sac Grid 2.0 Downtown Transportation Study. What: More…
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While there are no guarantees of an El Niño to hit this winter, residents throughout California are being asked to prepare for, what looks to…
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A venerable beehive of activity, the labyrinthine halls and corridors of Golden 1 Center are humming with work. On our latest visit, a bit of…
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Sacramento is quickly redefining itself. Now more than ever, community leaders and advocates are playing larger roles in the continued development of Sacramento’s economy and…
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Storm drainage rate increase needed for safe, reliable and financially stable utility. The City of Sacramento’s Department of Utilities is presenting a report to the…
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In preparation for the winter, the City of Sacramento Public Works Department conducts routine water dredging at the Marina every year. This is only one…
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Given the severity of the drought, consider going to a voluntary one day per week watering schedule now, before it becomes mandatory on November 1, 2015.…
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City of Sacramento offers expedited building permits for small residential rooftop solar energy systems. With the Governor’s recent call for California to use more renewable…
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The City of Sacramento Recycling and Solid Waste department is hosting a free seminar for you to learn how to compost in your own backyard!…
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The City of Sacramento and North Natomas TMA invite you to attend the grand opening of a new bike and multi-use trail in North Natomas.…