Sacramento County Government Announcements

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State of California   (08/30/2024)

Kevin McCarty CA Assembly 06:
Assemblymember Kevin McCarty and Councilmember Karina Talamantes distribute over 700 backpacks during Annual Backpack Giveaway

Assemblymember Kevin McCarty and Councilmember Karina Talamantes distribute over 700 backpacks during Annual Backpack Giveaway reyesan Fri, 08/30/2024 - 14:29 Title Communications Director Email Anthony.Reyes@asm.ca.gov Phone (916) 324-4676 Monday, August 5, 2024 SACRAMENTO Assemblymember Kevin McCarty (D-Sacramento) and Councilmember Karina Talamantes passed out over 700 backpacks to Sacramento students and their families during the Annual Backpack Giveaway. This year, Assemblymember …
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City of Sacramento   (08/30/2024)

Bloom smarter, not harder: Learn about gardening and water conservation at this Sept. 28 event

Sacramento residents are invited to learn how to use water efficiently outdoors during a free event Sept. 28 at the Department of Utilities main campus (1395 35th Avenue). The Water Wise Garden Showcase is scheduled from 9 a.m. to noon and will feature more than a dozen gardening professionals, irrigation experts and landscape designers, as [...] The post Bloom smarter, …
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City of Sacramento   (08/30/2024)

Over 1,100 needles cleared as City secures Colfax property, offers shelter and services

Following weeks of daily outreach that included the offer of alternate shelter, the City of Sacramento Monday morning sent an interdepartmental team to clear and secure its property at 2225 Colfax St., also known as Camp Resolution. Staff from the Department of Community Response, Public Works, Code Enforcement, Animal Care, the Fire Department, the Police [...] The post Over 1,100 …
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United States   (08/30/2024)

Hickory Hollow Jerky Recalls Ready-To-Eat Jerky Products Produced Without Benefit of Inspection

WASHINGTON, Aug. 30, 2024 - Hickory Hollow Jerky, a Eufaula, Ala., establishment, is recalling approximately 6,229 pounds of ready-to-eat jerky products that were produced without the benefit of federal inspection...
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State of California   (08/29/2024)

Kevin McCarty CA Assembly 06:
Asm. McCarty Speaks at Sen. Blakespear's Press Conference on Gun Violence Prevention Legislation

Asm. McCarty Speaks at Sen. Blakespear's Press Conference on Gun Violence Prevention Legislation reyesan Thu, 08/29/2024 - 12:13 Thursday, August 29, 2024
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City of Sacramento   (08/29/2024)

Join the 916 Day movement to beautify parks across Sacramento

The annual 916 Day event series is around the corner where volunteers can celebrate city parks with a variety of volunteer events across Sacramento. Hosted by the Department of Youth, Parks, & Community Enrichment (YPCE) and the Parks & Community Enrichment Commission, residents can join seven beautification and service events across the city to promote [...] The post Join the …
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City of Sacramento   (08/29/2024)

Data Report: How the City responded to homelessness Aug. 19-25

The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the Citys Incident Management Team responding to homelessness. From Aug. 19-25, the City of Sacramento received 769 calls to 311 customer service related to unsheltered individuals. Through the work of the IMT, 510 calls were closed, meaning that either the issue was remedied, compliance was achieved, [...] The post …
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City of Sacramento   (08/28/2024)

City advancing transportation project set to transform Franklin Boulevard

The City of Sacramento's Department of Public Works is preparing to begin construction on a major project that will transform Franklin Boulevard in the North City Farms neighborhood. The Franklin Boulevard Complete Street project was initiated from a grassroots effort, led by the Franklin Boulevard Business Association, which identified a need for calmer traffic, bike [...] The post City advancing …
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City of Sacramento   (08/28/2024)

Parks Plan 2040 outlines blueprint for future parks and community programming

After more than five years of extensive community outreach and thorough analysis, the Sacramento City Council last week adopted the Parks Plan 2040, a comprehensive strategy that will shape the future of parks and recreation across the city. Led by the Citys Department of Youth, Parks, & Community Enrichment (YPCE), the Parks Plan 2040 evaluates Sacramentos capacity to [...] The …
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City of Sacramento   (08/28/2024)

Learn about potential changes to cannabis business regulations at these upcoming events

The City is working to update its zoning regulations for cannabis businesses in response to a comprehensive study completed in 2022, which evaluated the impacts of cannabis businesses on the surrounding community. This effort seeks to revisit and refine the Planning and Development Code, Title 17, which regulates how a property can and cannot be [...] The post Learn about …
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City of Elk Grove   (08/28/2024)

City of Elk Grove Announces 10 Finalists for Pitch Elk Grove

For Immediate Release August 20, 2024 Contact: Sara Rodrigues (916) 627-3308 srodrigues@elkgrovecity.org After an extensive review process, the City of Elk Grove is thrilled to announce the ten outstanding startups that have advanced to the finals of the third annual Pitch Elk Grove startup competition. Originally planning to select eight finalists, the decision was made to expand to ten due …
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State of California   (08/27/2024)

Lori Wilson CA Assembly 11:
Governor Newsom signs new laws to help communities further address homelessness

Governor Newsom signs new laws to help communities further address homelessness guerraje Tue, 08/27/2024 - 14:48 Tuesday, August 27, 2024 MORE HOUSING UNITS: AB 3057, authored by Assemblymember Lori Wilson, will help streamline and jumpstart the process for local governments to permit and facilitate the construction of Junior Accessory Dwelling Units to create more affordable living spaces throughout the state. …
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City of Sacramento   (08/26/2024)

City sends interdepartmental team to begin clearing and securing its Colfax property

Following weeks of daily outreach that has included the offer of alternate shelter, the City of Sacramento this morning sent an interdepartmental team to its property at 2225 Colfax St., also known as Camp Resolution, to begin the process of clearing and securing the site. Staff from the Department of Community Response, Public Works, Code [...] The post City sends …
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City of Sacramento   (08/23/2024)

Help prevent fires like this one by disposing of your waste safely

The City's Recycling and Solid Waste Division urges residents to observe proper disposal methods of all household materials due to recent truck fire incidents during routine collections. While neither incident resulted in injuries, there was significant damage to vehicles and equipment. Residents can help prevent future fires by following the guidelines for waste disposal, particularly waste [...] The post Help …
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City of Sacramento   (08/22/2024)

As students head back to school, SPD urges drivers to follow these safety tips

As summer draws to a close and students prepare to return to school, the Sacramento Police Department reminds all drivers to prioritize safety by slowing down, following the speed limit and being extra careful driving through school zones. "During Back to School Month, let's prioritize safety behind the wheel to protect our children, said Sacramento [...] The post As students …
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City of Sacramento   (08/22/2024)

Sacramento Fire Department offers free ‘Fire Camp’ for girls Sept. 21-22

The Sacramento Fire Department will host its fifth annual Sacramento Area Girls Fire Camp on Sept. 21-22 at the Sacramento Fire Academy in McClellan Park. This free two-day event is open to teens in grades 9 through 12 and is led by professional women firefighters. The Sacramento Area Girls Fire Camp is an incredible opportunity [...] The post Sacramento Fire …
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City of Sacramento   (08/21/2024)

Fall and winter are coming. Attend one of these City workshops to help get your garden ready

As the seasons begin to change, the Citys Department of Youth, Parks & Community Enrichment is offering a series of workshops at local community gardens designed to help gardeners prepare for the fall and winter seasons. The workshops will cover a variety of topics, including cool weather vegetables, soil preparation, proper planting and spacing, companion [...] The post Fall and …
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City of Sacramento   (08/21/2024)

City designates early 1900s home of noted photographer as a historic landmark

The Sacramento City Council has designated 2025 P St., a Colonial Revival house located in midtown, as a historic landmark. The home not only features charming historic architecture, but it was also home to historic photographer Levi Vandercook. The property was added to the City's Sacramento Register of Historic and Cultural Resources following thorough evaluations [...] The post City designates …
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City of Sacramento   (08/21/2024)

Data Report: How the City responded to homelessness Aug. 12-18

The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the Citys Incident Management Team responding to homelessness. From Aug. 12-18, the City of Sacramento received 614 calls to 311 customer service related to unsheltered individuals. Through the work of the IMT, 812 calls were closed, meaning that either the issue was remedied, compliance was achieved, [...] The post …
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City of Citrus Heights   (08/20/2024)

Non-medical Grade Silicone Injection Homicide Suspect Arrested in 2013 Case

Citrus Heights Detectives have announced the arrest of 49-year-old Alejandra Aguilera-Ortega for homicide in connection with the fatal non-medical grade silicone injection that led to the death of 22-year-old Diego Lopez in May 2013.
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City of Sacramento   (08/19/2024)

City continues to offer alternate shelter to people staying at Camp Resolution

The City of Sacramento today published an open letter to the people staying at 2225 Colfax St. — also known as Camp Resolution — reiterating its standing offer of alternate shelter. You can read the letter in its entirety below. Outreach workers from the City's Department of Community Response, who have been and will continue [...] The post City continues …
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State of California   (08/16/2024)

Kevin McCarty CA Assembly 06:
Assemblymember Kevin McCarty Hosts Annual Legislative Town Hall

Assemblymember Kevin McCarty Hosts Annual Legislative Town Hall vincelty Fri, 08/16/2024 - 16:25 Tuesday, August 13, 2024
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United States   (08/16/2024)

FSIS Issues Public Health Alert For Ineligible Meat and Poultry Products Illegally Imported From the Republic of the Union of Myanmar

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16, 2024 - The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for various meat and poultry products that were...
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United States   (08/16/2024)

Perdue Foods LLC, Recalls Frozen, Ready-To-Eat Chicken Breast Nugget and Tender Products Due to Possible Foreign Matter Contamination

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16, 2024 - Perdue Foods LLC, a Perry, Ga. establishment, is recalling approximately 167,171 pounds of frozen, ready-to-eat chicken breast nugget and tender products that may be contaminated...
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United States   (08/16/2024)

FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Ineligible Meat and Poultry Products Illegally Imported from the Republic of the Union of Myanmar

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16, 2024 - The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for various meat and poultry products that were...
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United States   (08/16/2024)

Perdue Foods LLC, Recalls Frozen, Ready-To-Eat Chicken Breast Nugget and Tender Products Due to Possible Foreign Matter Contamination

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16, 2024 - Perdue Foods LLC, a Perry, Ga. establishment, is recalling approximately 167,171 pounds of frozen, ready-to-eat chicken breast nugget and tender products that may be contaminated...
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City of Elk Grove   (08/16/2024)

Traffic Alert: Harvest Water Construction on Franklin, Railroad Repair Work on Bond

Two projects could generate significant traffic impacts for motorists in Elk Grove next week. On the west side, the Sacramento Area Sewer District will close the northbound lanes of Franklin Boulevard between Sims Road and Laguna Boulevard to accommodate the Harvest Water pipeline construction beginning on Tuesday, August 20. All traffic will be diverted to the southbound lanes, generating one …
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City of Sacramento   (08/15/2024)

Water you doing Sept. 7? Learn about the City’s drinking water on this tour

City Department of Utilities staff on Sept. 7 are inviting people to "Water Discovery Day," an event designed to help people learn about how the City collects, treats and distributes drinking water. The event will feature tour's of the Citys Sacramento River Water Treatment Plant as well as booths with information on how the department [...] The post Water you …
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State of California   (08/15/2024)

Roger Niello CA Senate 06:
Suspense Day: Critical Bills on Senate Republicans’ Watch List

Suspense Day: Critical Bills on Senate Republicans Watch List dimmital Thu, 08/15/2024 - 15:52