Located just south of the state capital, Elk Grove’s 174,000 residents enjoy a suburban lifestyle with close proximity to city amenities, as well as nearby vineyards and wineries. Elk Grove was the fastest growing city in the U.S. during 2004-2005, and it continues to appeal to both young families and retirees.

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City Council

Regular meetings of the Elk Grove City Council are scheduled for the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month. Meetings begin at 6 pm and are held in the Council Chambers, located at 8400 Laguna Palms Way, across the street from City Hall.

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Planning Commission

The Elk Grove Planning Commission reviews and approves city planning applications, while making recommendations to City Council on all zoning and expansions. The five commissioners hold public meetings on the first and third Thursdays of each month at 6 p.m. in the council chambers.

Recent Announcements

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Elk Grove PD to Conduct Sobriety Checkpoint

The Elk Grove Police Department will be conducting a Sobriety/Driver's License checkpoint on Friday, March 14, 2025 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 …
03/11/2025

Digital Newsletter For March/April 2025 Now Available

City of Elk Grove newsletter provides pertinent information for residents on city services, events, and resources. Read more
03/01/2025

Elk Grove OEM Auto Repair Technology Leader ALLDATA® Extends Long-Term Commitment to the City, Retaining Hundreds of Jobs

Elk Grove-based technology company ALLDATA has announced a lease renewal between West Taron Holdings LLC and ALLDATA LLC, securing the companys headquarters at 9650 West Taron Drive. The agreement reaffirms ALLDATAs deep-rooted commitment to Elk Grove as one of the regions most innovative and iconic companies. A Legacy of Innovation Considered by many to be the original Sacramento tech startup, …
02/19/2025

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Following the initiative of a Sacramento City Council member, discussions are in progress for a joint meeting in the summer or fall with representatives from Sacramento County and all local municipalities to coordinate efforts to combat local homeless.
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