News across Sacramento County
April 15 workshop to focus on safety, transit changes along Stockton Boulevard
Plans to improve safety and transit along Stockton Boulevard are moving forward, with community input the focus at an upcoming workshop. The workshop, scheduled for Wednesday, April 15 from 5:30-7 p.m., is part of the Stockton Boulevard Safety and Transit Enhancement Project…
Arts, Culture, & Creativity Month events happening this April
The City of Sacramento will recognize “Arts, Culture, & Creativity Month” this April with a series of events hosted by the Office of Arts and Culture. Arts, Culture, & Creativity Month (ACCM) is a statewide initiative led by California for the Arts. Now in its eighth year, ACCM…
Homelessness Response Report: Efforts include coordinated work in the Central City
The City’s Incident Management Team (IMT) received 612 calls for service last week and responded by engaging people experiencing homelessness, offering services and shelter options, and ensuring compliance with City laws and ordinances. From March 23-29, the IMT responded to 685…
Front Street waives dog adoption fees through April 12
Front Street Animal Shelter is at critical capacity, and in an effort to place dogs into loving homes, all dog adoption fees are waived through Sunday, April 12 with the goal to open up kennel space for incoming stray animals. As the City of Sacramento’s municipal shelter, Front…
Join in: Sacramento hosting citywide clean-up events ahead of Earth Day
Sacramento residents are encouraged to get outside, connect with their community and help beautify local parks and waterways during a series of citywide volunteer events on Saturday, April 11. From picking up litter to planting and mulching, these efforts offer a hands-on way to…
Reduce fire risk and penalties this season by clearing overgrown weeds
The recent warmer weather and rain is helping weeds to grow fast in Sacramento, but soon they will dry out causing them to be a fire hazard. The City is reminding property owners to eliminate tall weeds or face City Code violations. There are currently over 3,000 weed abatement…
Get inspired by California native plants at this free April 18 tour
The City of Sacramento’s Department of Utilities is inviting residents to tour its water-efficient demonstration garden on April 18 and learn how California native plants can create a beautiful, low-water landscape. The free event will take place from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 1395…
How to get help cleaning up your neighborhood
Sacramento residents who want to beautify their neighborhood can access a free resource to help, and it’s easy to apply. The City’s Recycling and Solid Waste Division will reimburse eligible groups up to $800 for costs associated with neighborhood cleanups and green waste removal…
Homelessness Response Report: City Council approves 35 additional tiny homes for Roseville Road Service Campus
The City’s Incident Management Team (IMT) received 651 calls for service last week and responded by engaging people experiencing homelessness, offering services and shelter options, and ensuring compliance with City laws and ordinances. From March 16-22, the IMT responded to 727…
Sacramento seeks input on potential SCERS surplus funds
City officials are asking residents to weigh in on how a potential future surplus from the Sacramento City Employees’ Retirement System (SCERS) could be used to benefit the community. SCERS, a legacy retirement plan closed to new participants in 1977, currently serves just over…
Housing report highlights increase in Sacramento housing production
City staff recently presented the Housing Element Annual Progress Report to the City Council, showing housing production in Sacramento increased by more than 14% over the past year. The report is state-mandated and details progress toward the City’s 2021-2029 Housing Element…
City to launch restructured motel-based program for unsheltered families with minors
The City’s Department of Community Response (DCR) soon will launch a new motel-based program designed to quickly shelter and support families with minor children. The “Emergency Shelter Vouchers for Families” (ESV) program is set to begin in June. It will replace the current City…