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Published September 02City-supported programs offer business resources for Sacramento students and entrepreneurs
Sacramento entrepreneurs, researchers and business owners can participate in several upcoming opportunities supported by the City of Sacramento’s 2026 Innovation Grant Program. The grant program, administered by the City’s Economic Development Department, awarded a combined $1…
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Published September 02From the City Manager: What’s happening around Sacramento
From community events and public meetings to City services and opportunities to get involved, there’s always something happening across Sacramento. As part of an ongoing effort to keep residents informed, City Manager Maraskeshia Smith is sharing the latest updates on upcoming…
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Published September 01Starting a business in Sacramento? Sign up for a free permitting workshop
Understanding building permit and inspection requirements before opening a business can help entrepreneurs avoid costly delays and keep projects on track. To help business owners prepare for the permitting process, the Community Development Department’s Building Division is…
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Published September 01119 affordable apartments and 100 homes planned for South Natomas
Plans are moving forward for 119 affordable apartments and 100 single-family homes in South Natomas following the City of Sacramento’s sale of approximately 17 acres of City-owned property. The site, located at 3625 Fong Ranch Road, was sold for $4 million to Anton Fong Ranch…
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Published September 01Get up to $5,000 to replace grass with water-efficient landscaping for a limited time
The City’s Department of Utilities is giving residents more incentive to replace grass with water-efficient landscaping, but only for a limited time. Customers in single-family homes who apply for the City’s grass conversion rebate by Feb. 28, 2027 can get up to $5,000,…
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Published August 28Sacramento Police to conduct DUI checkpoint Aug. 28
The Sacramento Police Department will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI) checkpoint Friday night within city limits as part of an effort to improve roadway safety and deter impaired driving. The checkpoint is scheduled for Aug. 28 from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. at a location…
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Published August 27Four Sacramento properties receive historic landmark designation
The Sacramento City Council recently added four properties to the Sacramento Register of Historic and Cultural Resources, recognizing buildings that reflect the City’s architectural history and the development of its neighborhoods. The newly designated landmarks include three…
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Published August 26Three Public Works projects earn regional Project of the Year awards
Three City of Sacramento Public Works projects have earned 2026 Project of the Year awards from the Sacramento Chapter of the American Public Works Association. The Sacramento EV Blueprint vehicle-charging project and Martin Luther King Jr. Library renovation received awards in…
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Published August 26From the City Manager: What’s happening around Sacramento
From community events and public meetings to City services and opportunities to get involved, there’s always something happening across Sacramento. As part of an ongoing effort to keep residents informed, City Manager Maraskeshia Smith is sharing the latest updates on upcoming…
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Published August 26Less water, less work: Get expert advice on creating a water-saving yard at free Sept. 26 event
The City of Sacramento Water Conservation team is inviting residents to learn ways to transform their yards into water-saving landscapes Sept. 26 at the Water Wise Garden Showcase. The free event will take place from 9 a.m. to noon at the Department of Utilities main campus (1395…
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Published August 26Join ‘Threads of Belonging’ mural celebration on Aug. 31
Community members are invited to celebrate the completion of a new handwoven mural reflecting the textile traditions of Palestinian, Filipino and Hmong communities on Aug. 31 in south Sacramento. The mural celebration will take place from 10–11 a.m. at the Valley Hi–North Laguna…
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Published August 24Have your say on proposed south Sacramento levee improvements
A system of creeks and levees in south Sacramento plays an important role in protecting neighborhoods from flooding. Now, plans are underway to make part of that system stronger. The Sacramento Area Flood Control Agency (SAFCA) is proposing improvements to about three miles of…