For California Local members who are tired of the state's endless housing crisis, this week's edition of The Newsletter brings good news. And as always there's somethiing for everyone who would like to know what's up in their own neighborhood just below, in our carefully curated News Digest. And yes: A featured local nonprofit, and a recipe!
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By Eric Johnson
Published May 20, 2024
Construction of multifamily housing developments is set to skyrocket in the next half decade.
Image credit: Sundry Photography, Shutterstock
Here Comes the California Housing Boom
What You Should Know About the State's Ambitious Housing Plans, and How to Get Involved
Here at California Local we see what’s coming out of most of the newsrooms in ten Northern California counties and select important stories to include in our News Digest (see below). In doing so over the past couple of months, our friend and colleague Chris Neklason noticed two phrases appearing everywhere, as cities and counties raced to complete the “housing element” of their “general plans.”
We understand that not all of you are familiar with those two terms, and may not yet be aware that California is already experiencing the start of a housing boom. Folks in Santa Cruz, where Chris lives, are well aware of this fact, as downtown is in the midst of a dramatic transformation, and the same thing is happening here in Midtown Sacramento. In these two articles, Chris explains how this works, and how you can help shape the way it will all play out on the ground.
How California Manages Housing as a Public Resource
Like the 33 million acres of forest in California, the nearly 15 million units of housing in the state are tended and managed with future generations in mind. Meet the California Department of Housing and Community Development.
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Recipe of the Week
Our friends at Sacramento Digs Gardening publish a recipe from their gardens every Sunday, which we feature here so you can start your week with some yum.
See more recipes in their Taste Spring! cookbook.
Savory cherry sauce perfect for grilling season
New! Savory cherry sauce with sweet onions goes great with pork, chicken
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Big Brother Big Sisters provides children facing adversity with strong, enduring, professionally supported mentorship. The chapter serves Sacramento and Yolo counties, as well as southern Placer County.
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Newsom Hopes to Delay Minimum Wage Boost for Health Care Workers |
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A higher minimum wage for health care workers that Gov. Gavin Newsom signed into law is set to take effect in two weeks, but he is racing to delay it because of its potential impact on the state budget deficit. |
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California State Parks Foundation Calls on the Legislature to Restore Library Parks Pass Funding |
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California State Parks Foundation responded to Governor Newsom's revised 2024-2025 budget and raised concern about the elimination of funding for a popular state park access program, the California State Library Parks Pass. |
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Barbara Leary Announces Run for Folsom City Council Dist. 4 |
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Longtime public servant and dedicated community advocate, Barbara Leary, has officially announced her candidacy for Folsom City Council, representing District 4. |
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No, the Isleton Crawdad Festival Is Not Leaving Isleton |
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Some confusion has engulfed the internet about where the most-historic crawdad festival in the West is happening this summer. |
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In a Roundabout Way: Folsom Sees Benefits of 'Rotaries' Outweighing Stoplights, Including Fewer Collisions |
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Following a safety trend nationwide, the city of Folsom is moving toward building traffic roundabouts over traditional stoplights. |
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Folsom Accepting Ideas for Community Service Day |
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The city of Folsom is accepting project ideas for its 11th annual Community Service Day on Saturday, September 21.. |
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SB1 Funds Aim to Keep Roads Looking 'Good' |
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The Folsom Public Works Department announced $2.2 million in upcoming road projects to keep city streets rated as "good." Part of the funds will go to resurfacing East Bidwell Street from Riley Street to Blue Ravine Road. |
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EDH Fire Premieres “Kyle’s Story” to Raise Helmet Safety Awareness |
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The El Dorado Hills Fire Department has released the premiere of "Kyle’s Story," a compelling documentary that explores the serious consequences of not wearing a helmet through the personal journey of a local teenager Kyle Benton. |
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$1.2M in ARPA Funds Approved for HVAC System at Folsom Senior Center |
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In its May 14 meeting, the Folsom City Council approved allocating American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds from the County of Sacramento for the replacement and upgrade of the heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems at the Folsom Community Center … |
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City of Folsom Greenlights $451K Roundabout Feasibility Study |
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Following the May 14 Folsom City Council meeting, a roundabout policy and feasibility study will soon be underway for the City of Folsom that will cost more than $451K to perform, but will be paid for through grant funding. |
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Rancho Cordova Youth Center’s Book Vending Machine Gets Kids Excited to Read |
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Keyshawn Davis Youth members run out of the Rancho Cordova Youth Center doors excited about what they will show their parents. |
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For the second year, the California Fish and Game Commission is banning salmon fishing in the Sacramento, American, Feather, and Mokelumne rivers.
(05/21/2024) Rio Linda Messenger
Sacramento State will be home to the central office for the $10 million Black student advancement drive on all 23 California State University campuses.
(05/20/2024) CapPublicRadio
The state Board of Education granted a waiver to a penalty of $40 million to the Sacramento City Unified School District for a lapse of eight days of instruction due to a teacher strike if the district makes up the days over 2 years.
(05/17/2024) The Sacramento Observer
On May 9, a Solving Sacramento panel discussion were upbeat on the potential for Sacramento to grow an inclusive economy.
(05/15/2024) The Sacramento Observer
Residents and supporters of self-governing homeless "Camp Resolution" marched to Sacramento city hall on May 15 in opposition of city plans to close the camp.
(05/15/2024) CapPublicRadio
In its May 14 meeting, the Sacramento City Council unanimously approved a plan to encourage residents and businesses to replace gas appliances with electric.
(05/15/2024) CapPublicRadio
Mosquito vector control agencies are preparing for mosquito season in San Joaquin and Sacramento counties.
(05/14/2024) CapPublicRadio
In its April 25 meeting, the Citrus Heights City Council heard a report from the police department detailing efforts to reduce shopping cart theft, noting that over 1,500 carts had been removed from city streets in 2023.
(05/14/2024) Citrus Heights Sentinel
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Recent Statewide News |
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The job action starting today at UC Santa Cruz isn’t about pay, but instead is in response to how UC deployed police to clear pro-Palestinian encampments on campuses.
(05/19/2024) CalMatters
Gov. Gavin Newsom launched the community school initiative with $4.1 billion in grants to connect students and their families to medical care, counseling and other services.
(05/16/2024) CalMatters
Pending legislation would lift requirements for California’s doctors to report all domestic abuse cases to police. The Assembly’s three physicians had different opinions.
(05/16/2024) CalMatters
As Gov. Gavin Newsom and state legislators spend the next few weeks fashioning a state budget that’s plagued by a multibillion-dollar deficit, they can’t count on a booming economy to make their task easier.
(05/16/2024) CalMatters
The state’s multibillion-dollar shortfall shapes which spending bills survived the ‘suspense file’ hearings by the Assembly and Senate appropriations committees.
(05/16/2024) CalMatters
The centerpiece of California’s water wars pits Gov. Newsom against local communities and environmentalists. A new report says the benefits of the tunnel exceed the cost since other water supplies would cost more.
(05/16/2024) CalMatters
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County Road Seafood Issues Allergy Alert of Undeclared Egg in 4 Oz Packages of County Road Seafood Crab Cake |
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County Road Seafood, LLC., of Belhaven, NC - May 21, 2024, is voluntarily recalling County Road Seafood Crab Cake 2 Pack 4 Ounce package because this product contains undeclared egg. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to egg run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction
United States (05/20/2024)
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City expands exterior-building-improvement grant program to additional commercial corridors in North Sacramento |
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The City of Sacramento is now accepting applications from property owners and tenants in North Sacramentos key commercial corridors to receive up to $30,000 in matching grant funds for exterior building improvements. Previously restricted to businesses on Marysville and Del Paso Boulevard, the grant is now available to those located on Arcade Boulevard, Arden Way, El Camino [...]
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City of Sacramento (05/20/2024)
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Applications now being accepted for Marysville-Del Paso Boulevard revitalization grant program |
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The City of Sacramento recently opened applications for its $700,000 Forward Together grant program for non-profits, businesses and individuals located in and around Marysville and Del Paso boulevards. The Forward Together grant program aims to fund community-led initiatives aligning with the recently adopted Forward Together action plan, and it seeks to support actions enhancing housing, [...]
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City of Sacramento (05/20/2024)
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Sacramento Memorial Auditorium opens doors for Memorial Day community event |
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In celebration of Memorial Day, the Sacramento Memorial Auditorium (1515 J St.) will be hosting a free community event from 10 a.m. to noon Monday, May 27. We are honored to open the doors of this historic venue to the community, said Matthew Voreyer, general manager of the Memorial Auditorium. Join us as we pay tribute to [...]
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City of Sacramento (05/20/2024)
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Reser's Fine Foods Announces Voluntary Recall of Single Batch of Aldi Macaroni 32 oz Salad with Use By Date of Jun/03/24 Due to Unlabeled Wheat Allergen |
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Reser's Fine Foods is voluntarily recalling a single item with a specific use by date, produced at a regional facility and distributed to ALDI. The product is the Aldi Deli Macaroni Salad 32 oz, with a Use By Date of Jun/03/24 due to an incorrect label. The incorrect label does not include an all
United States (05/17/2024)
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United Supermarkets Advises Guests in New Mexico and Texas of Palmer Candy's Voluntary Recall of White Coated Confectionary Items Due to Possible Salmonella Contamination |
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United Supermarkets is advising guests about a recall by its supplier Palmer Candy of its white coated confectionary items due to possible Salmonella contamination. Palmer Candy was notified by its liquid coating supplier that there was a potential for contamination with Salmonella from an ingredie
United States (05/17/2024)
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Irvington Seafood Recalls "Crabmeat: Jumbo, Lump, Finger, and Claw Meat" Because of Possible Health Risk |
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Irvington Seafood of Irvington, AL, is recalling its 1 lb. packages of "Crabmeat: Jumbo, Lump, Finger, and Claw meat" because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly
United States (05/17/2024)
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As summer approaches, City prepared to open weather-respite centers |
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As summer approaches and the temperatures rise, the City is prepared to open weather-respite centers during extreme heat. Following its use as a respite location during winter storms, the Citys Outreach and Engagement Center (3615 Auburn Blvd.) will serve as a place where people can cool down during heat waves. City community centers also can [...]
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Mars Petcare US, Inc. Voluntarily Recalls 315 Bags of PEDIGREE® Adult Complete Nutrition Grilled Steak & Vegetable Flavor Dry Dog Food, 44 lb. Bag Size |
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Mars Petcare US is voluntarily recalling 315 bags of PEDIGREE Adult Complete Nutrition Grilled Steak & Vegetable Flavor Dry Dog Food in the 44 lb. bag size only, due to the potential presence of loose metal pieces in the bag. The affected products have a Best By Date of March 4, 2025 and Lot Code 4
United States (05/16/2024)
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Update to Palmer Candy Company Recall of White Confectionary Products Because of Possible Health Risk |
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The recalled confectionary items were distributed nationwide in Walmart, HyVee, Target, Dollar General, and to distributors in Alabama, California, Florida, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin and Wy
United States (05/16/2024)
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