Sacramento County Government Announcements

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City of Sacramento   (02/11/2025)

Tracking down leaks: How a conservation specialist helps homeowners save water

On a Thursday morning like any other, Phillip Berkley pulled up to a home in the College Glen neighborhood, ready to investigate. As one of three water conservation representatives for the Citys Department of Utilities, he specializes in tracking down elusive leaks and helping homeowners save water. Our team inspects an average of 50 leaks [...] The post Tracking down …
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City of Sacramento   (02/10/2025)

Leaf season is over. Here’s how to manage yard waste and household junk pickup

Wondering what to do with your yard waste now that leaf season is over? The final day to put out leaf piles for collection was Feb. 3. The City of Sacramento's leaf season crews are completing their final round of claw collections, covering more than 93 city zones and collecting over 10,000 tons of yard [...] The post Leaf season …
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United States   (02/07/2025)

Jack and the Green Sprouts Recalls Expired Alfalfa Sprouts Because of Possible Health Risk

Jack and the Green Sprouts, Inc. of River Falls, WI is recalling 5oz packages of Alfalfa sprouts that expired on 1/29/25 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 elde
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United States   (02/07/2025)

Tri-Union Seafoods Issues Recall of Select Genova®, Van Camp's®, H-E-B and Trader Joe's® Tuna Cans Due to Clostridium Botulinum Risk

Tri-Union Seafoods has made the decision to voluntarily recall select lots of canned tuna products sold under the Genova, Van Camp's, H-E-B and Trader Joe's brand names. This voluntary recall is out of an abundance of caution following the notification from our supplier that the "easy open" pull
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City of Sacramento   (02/06/2025)

Record settlement helps City of Sacramento protect ratepayers from future water meter repair costs

The City of Sacramento received $13.4 million to settle its lawsuit alleging non-compliant work and fraudulent billing on the Accelerated Water Meter Program, the Citys initiative to comply with a state requirement that all urban homes and businesses have water meters by 2025. Under the settlement, the largest in City history, Teichert Construction paid $7.5 [...] The post Record settlement …
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United States   (02/06/2025)

Turkana Food Inc. Recalls Aleppo Tahini Sesame Paste 1lb (16oz) Because of Possible Health Risk

Turkana Food Inc. Kenilworth, NJ is recalling 858 cases OF Aleppo Tahini Sesame Paste because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune system
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City of Sacramento   (02/05/2025)

Data Report: How the City responded to homelessness Jan. 27-Feb. 2

The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the Citys Incident Management Team responding to homelessness. From Jan. 27-Feb. 2, the City of Sacramento received 845 calls to 311 customer service related to unsheltered individuals. Through the work of the IMT, 887 calls were closed, meaning that either the issue was remedied, compliance was [...] The post …
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City of Sacramento   (02/05/2025)

City approves $3.3 million for mixed-use affordable housing project in downtown Sacramento

The Sacramento City Council on Tuesday approved $3.3 million in funding for a mixed-use affordable housing project with 241 units on State excess property at 805 R Street. The Monarch Project, a five-story affordable housing development led by the Capitol Area Development Authority and Mutual Housing California, will transform a former State of California storage [...] The post City approves …
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City of Sacramento   (02/03/2025)

Family of 11 finds path back to stable, permanent housing at City’s Outreach and Engagement Center

Crystal O-Roy never imagined she would experience homelessness. In late 2023, she was renting a house in Antelope with her 10 children and grandchild while navigating the challenges of divorce. As her expenses increased, difficult financial decisions became unavoidable. When winter arrived and temperatures dropped, utility bills were prioritized over immediately paying rent, which resulted [...] The post Family of …
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City of Citrus Heights   (02/03/2025)

Team Up for Safety on Super Bowl Sunday: Plan Ahead with a Go Safely Game Plan

As football fans gear up for Super Bowl Sunday, the Citrus Heights Police Department reminds everyone to celebrate responsibly by creating a "Go Safely Game Plan" to prevent driving under the influence (DUI).
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City of Elk Grove   (02/03/2025)

Vehicle Pursuit Leads to Officer-Involved Shooting of Armed Suspect

A vehicle pursuit that began just north of the city shortly before midnight ended in an officer-involved shooting at 69th Street and Lemon Hill Avenue in Sacramento. The driver was pronounced deceased at the scene. At approximately 11:45 PM on Saturday, February 1, 2025, an Elk Grove Police Department officer attempted to stop a Ford Explorer with no license plates …
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United States   (01/31/2025)

Gerber Products Company Announces Recall and Discontinuation of All Batches of Gerber® Soothe N Chew® Teething Sticks Due To Choking Hazard

January 31, 2025 - Gerber Products Company is initiating a recall and discontinuation of all batches of GERBER SOOTHE N CHEW TEETHING STICKS due to a potential choking hazard for babies and young children
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City of Sacramento   (01/31/2025)

Data Report: How the City responded to homelessness Jan. 20-26

The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the Citys Incident Management Team responding to homelessness. From Jan. 20-26, the City of Sacramento received 860 calls to 311 customer service related to unsheltered individuals. Through the work of the IMT, 798 calls were closed, meaning that either the issue was remedied, compliance was achieved, [...] The post …
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United States   (01/31/2025)

Blue Ridge Beef Issues a Recall of Blue Ridge Beef Natural Mix Due to Salmonella Contamination

January 31, 2025- Blue Ridge Beef is recalling 5,700 lbs. of their 2 lb log Natural Mix due to a contamination of Salmonella. Lot # N25/12/31 (Lot numbers are stamped in the clips on the end of the chubs/bags) UPC# 854298001054.
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United States   (01/31/2025)

DJ's Boudain LLC Recalls Sausage Link Products Due to Possible Foreign Matter Contamination

WASHINGTON, Jan. 31, 2025 - D.J.'s Boudain, LLC, a Beaumont, Texas, establishment, is recalling approximately 17,720 pounds of boudain sausage link products that may be contaminated with foreign materials, specifically...
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United States   (01/30/2025)

United Natural Trading LLC Announces Allergy Alert for Undeclared Milk in Fresh Direct Dark Chocolate Covered Pretzels

January 29, 2025 - United Natural Trading LLC, Edison, NJ, is voluntarily recalling Fresh Direct Dark Chocolate Covered Pretzels due to the presence of an undeclared milk allergen. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction
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City of Sacramento   (01/30/2025)

City activates weather-respite centers Jan. 30-Feb. 4

With the National Weather Service forecasting cold temperatures and wet weather, the City of Sacramento will activate weather-respite operations at its Outreach and Engagement Center (OEC) and the North 5th Street Navigation Center. The OEC (3615 Auburn Blvd.) will operate from 3 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 30 to 8 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 4. Walk-ups will be accepted, [...] The post City …
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City of Sacramento   (01/29/2025)

City partners with providers to launch Street to Housing program for people experiencing homelessness

Following the Citys call for qualified providers to support the Street to Housing pilot program, two organizations have been selected to provide services aimed at transitioning people experiencing homelessness into stable housing. The Streets to Housing program marks an important step in addressing unsheltered homelessness in Sacramento, said the Citys Housing Manager Ya-yin Isle. We [...] The post City partners …
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City of Sacramento   (01/29/2025)

Check out these City-supported programs for entrepreneurs and growing businesses

Two small business incubator programs, funded by the City of Sacramentos Office of Innovation & Economic Development through the Innovation Growth Fund, are now accepting applications: StartupSacs FastTrac Program and Alchemist CDCs Microenterprise Academy. The City of Sacramento is dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs and small businesses, said Denise Malvetti, Deputy Director of the Office of [...] The post Check out …
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City of Sacramento   (01/29/2025)

City of Sacramento reaffirms commitment to ‘sanctuary city’ policies

The City of Sacramento and Sacramento Police Department (SPD) are committed to the safety and well-being of all community members. California state law (Senate Bill 54) prohibits state and local law enforcement agencies from enforcing federal civil immigration lawsthis is handled exclusively by federal agencies. In addition, the Citys sanctuary city ordinance makes it clear [...] The post City of …
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City of Elk Grove   (01/29/2025)

Elk Grove PD Granted FAA Waiver Covering Largest Square Miles For Law Enforcement Drones

The Elk Grove Police Department is proud to announce a significant milestone in the evolution of our Drone as a First Responder (DFR) Program. As of Friday, January 24, 2025, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has approved our request for a Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) waiver, enabling us to conduct drone operations across the city without the need …
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City of Elk Grove   (01/29/2025)

Elk Grove Police Department Make Arrest In Connection With 2021 Fentanyl Overdose

Elk Grove Police Department investigators have arrested a 21-year-old Sacramento man, for a fentanyl death that occurred back in 2021.  Officers responded to Jones Family Park (8841 Shasta Lily Drive) regarding a report of an individual in the restroom who appeared to be overdosing and was not breathing on April 22, 2021, around 8:39 pm. Despite life-saving efforts, the 17-year-old …
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City of Elk Grove   (01/29/2025)

Elk Grove Police Department To Conduct Sobriety Checkpoint

The Elk Grove Police Department will be conducting a Sobriety/Driver's License checkpoint on Friday, December 13, 2024 at an undisclosed location within the city limits between the hours of 7:00 p.m. and 3:00 a.m. The checkpoint will focus on removing impaired drivers, as well as unlicensed drivers from the roadways. Educational materials covering the dangers of driving under the influence …
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City of Elk Grove   (01/29/2025)

Office Of Traffic Safety Awards $529,000 Grant To The Elk Grove Police Department

The Elk Grove Police Department announced today that it has received a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) to support its ongoing enforcement and education programs to help reduce the number of serious injuries and deaths on our roads. The grant program runs through September 2025. We are grateful to receive this grant, which will continue to …
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United States   (01/28/2025)

Wismettac Asian Foods Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in Curvee Puffs Corn Puff Snack

Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc., Santa Fe Springs, CA is expanding its January 17, 2025 recall of 2.46 oz packages of Shirakiku brand Curvee Puffs Corn Puff Snack Curry Flavor. The expansion now includes two additional flavors; Sea Salt & Umami Flavor and Corn Potage Flavor. The product contains the und
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United States   (01/27/2025)

New York Wholesale Group Recalls Zaarah Herbals Shatavari Powder Because of Possible Health Risk

New York Wholesale Group of Hicksville, NY is recalling Zaarah Herbals Shatavari Powder, to the consumer/user level because it has the potential to be contaminated with elevated levels of lead. Short term exposures to very low levels of lead may not elicit any symptoms. It is possible that increase
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United States   (01/27/2025)

FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Wegmans Frozen Fully Cooked Chicken Nuggets Due to Possible Extraneous Material Contamination

WASHINGTON, Jan. 27, 2025 - The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for frozen, fully cooked Wegmans breaded chicken breast...
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United States   (01/25/2025)

Recall of La Fiesta Brand Bread Crumbs (Unseasoned and Seasoned) for Undeclared Sesame

La Fiesta Food Products, LLC, La Mirada, CA is recalling 8 oz packages of La Fiesta brand Unseasoned Bread Crumbs (Pan Rayado) and Seasoned Bread Crumbs (Pan Rayado Sazonado). The products contain sesame as an undeclared allergen. Additionally, the labels do not include the allergen declaration in S
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United States   (01/24/2025)

TS Food Packaging is Recalling its "Rural King" and "Wabash Valley Farms" Bacon Seasoning Due to the Presence of an Undeclared Soy Ingredient

TS Food Packaging is recalling its "Rural King" and "Wabash Valley Farms" Bacon Seasoning due to the presence of an undeclared soy ingredient. People who have allergies to products containing soy run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume these products.