City of Rancho Cordova Government News

On Jan. 6, the Rancho Cordova City Council gathered to review several key issues, notably approving public art installations and discussing the removal of a Planning Commission member.

The Rancho Cordova Planning Commission approved two projects on Tuesday, Dec. 11, after discussions on design and community impact. The meeting focused on a church remodel and a new affordable housing complex for veterans, both of which aim to enhance local infrastructure and support community needs.

The Rancho Cordova City Council held its meeting on Monday, Dec. 16, where significant leadership changes were made, including the appointment of a new mayor and vicemayor, as well as a discussion on the city’s Planning Commissions future.

The Rancho Cordova City Council approved a resolution on Dec. 2 authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with the Rancho Cordova Area Chamber of Commerce for business retention services. The agreement, valued at up to $2,777,937, will span from February 2025 to February 2028.

The City of Rancho Cordova announced Amanda Norton as its new Economic Development director and Darcy Goulart as its new Community Development director.

The City of Rancho Cordova has been selected as a recipient of a $175,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office of Community Oriented Policing Services. Read on to learn how the funding will be used.

The City of Rancho Cordova has secured a grant to enhance transportation and pedestrian access along Chase Drive with the addition of a multiuse path stretching from Coloma Road to the American River Parkway.

Business owners gathered at Rancho Cordova City Hall from 4 to 7 p.m. Nov. 19 for the city’s inaugural Business Resource Fair. Read on for more information.

At its Nov. 13 meeting, the Rancho Cordova Planning Commission approved a design review for a first responder training facility and decided to continue deliberations on a proposed supportive housing project.

The Rancho Cordova City Council held its regular meeting on Nov. 18, where members bid farewell to one of their long-standing members, Councilmember Donald Terry, and made important appointments to the Measure R and Measure H Citizen Oversight Board.

The City of Rancho Cordova’s annual State of the City address Nov. 6 at City Hall was guided by the theme, “Cities as Laboratories of Democracy.”

Getting to Know Rancho Cordova City Manager Micah Runner.

A report on the Rancho Cordova Chamber of Commerce hosted Campaign Whistlestop Luncheon attended by candidates running for office in Rancho Cordova.

The Cordova Recreation and Park District was created 66 years ago. One year later, it gave birth to the Cordova Community Council, which would become the foundation the City of Rancho Cordova would be built upon 21 years ago. You might say they built this City on Parks and Rec.

Getting to Know City Council Member Linda Budge.

The Rancho Cordova community gathered on Sept. 20 for the 2024 Campaign Whistlestop Luncheon brought by the Cordova Community Council and the Rancho Cordova Chamber of Commerce.

On Saturday, Sept. 14, more than 800 community members made their way to Hagan Community Park to experience Cordova Recreation and Park District’s (CRPD) annual Meet the Machines.

In their September 11 meeting, the Rancho Cordova Planning Commission approved two single family unit housing developments.

In their September 16 meeting, the Rancho Cordova City Council approved updates to the existing camping ordinance addressing camping and storing property on public land.

The City Council’s and the Planning Commission’s work session on Aug. 27 was on the ongoing General Plan Update, aimed at guiding Rancho Cordova’s growth and development through 2045.

Fall is a busy time for the City of Rancho Cordova's Public Works team as they work to finish as many projects as possible before the cold winter months.

Rancho Cordova Mayor David Sander presented the Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova/Gold River Club with a proclamation honoring their 15-year anniversary and service to the Rancho Cordova area at the Aug. 5 City Council meeting.

The Cordova Recreation and Park District (CRPD), in partnership with K. Hovnanian Homes, celebrates the grand opening of Aura Park, Rancho Cordova’s newest addition.

The 48th Art Show at Rancho Cordova City Hall, featuring abstract still life and botanical themes, runs from July 29 to October 25.

During the Aug. 5 Rancho Cordova City Council meeting, council members debated and passed initial details of the Zinfandel Drive Bicycle and Pedestrian Overcrossing and its accompanying art project, aiming to enhance connectivity and safety across U.S. Highway 50.

Rancho Cordova residents are preparing for an evening of community bonding and fun as the City of Rancho Cordova and Rancho Cordova Police Department invite everyone to join the National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 6.

The City of Rancho Cordova, alongside state and neighboring local leaders including the City of Folsom , marked a pivotal moment Wednesday as the U.S. Department of Transportation officially awarded its previously announced $25 million allocation toward the Capital SouthEast Connector project.

Located in the Rio Del Oro development area, the 5.1-acre park pays tribute to the California Gold Rush, the historical event that brought Rancho Cordova into being.

The day started with lively music and high-energy performances as more than 300 volunteers gathered at Rancho Cordova City Hall for the inaugural Spring Service Day on Saturday, May 18.

On June 11, the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors approved the transfer of 2.2 acres of land and $3 million in American Rescue Plan Act funding to the City of Rancho Cordova for the development of Mather Veterans Village Phase 4, located on the former Mather Air Force Base.