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Unlocking Potential: Recent ADU Research and Its Impact on Policy and Development
Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation is hosting a Housing Lunch and Learns series starting September 13, 2024. These virtual conversations will feature community leaders and housing experts as we di...
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Folsom Food Bank Hopes Community Service Day Can Fill Empty Shelves
On Sept. 21, Folsom’s largest day of volunteerism returns, bringing together residents of all ages to complete projects throughout the city aimed at making a lasting, positive impact.
The Center for Land-Based Learning Grows Opportunities for Beginning Farmers With Training in the Capital Region
“Hands-on” best describes the Beginning Farmer Training Program at the Center for Land-Based Learning in Woodland.
From CapPublicRadio...
Candidates for Sacramento Hold Debate
Learn what candidates for Sacramento Mayor had to say in their September 5 debate in this CapRadio report.
From Elk Grove News Net...
Sacramento County Deputy District Attorneys and Public Defender Strike Continues
The Elk Grove News reports on the continuing strike by Sacramento County criminal attorneys.
Prima Drive 'Strife' Ends Between Folsom, El Dorado
Folsom and El Dorado Hills officials agreed last week the controversial, proposed Prima Drive emergency vehicle extension between Sacramento and El Dorado counties is no longer necessary.
County Supervisors Approve $340M Increase to 2024-25 Budget
SACRAMENTO COUNTY – In a vote this week, the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors approved a significant $340 million increase to the county’s 2024-25 fiscal year budget. The revisions bring the total budget to $9.2 billion, marking a substantial rise from the $8.8 billion originally approved in June.
From The Sacramento Bee...
Sacramento County Attorney Strike Paused
The striking Sacramento County criminal attorneys paused their strike on September 6 to return to negotiations with the county.
Elk Grove Launches Unique E-Bike Program
This city is lending residents e-bikes for up to three weeks and sponsoring a purchase voucher program for qualified applicants.
County Supes to Vote on $8M Hotel Purchase for Affordable Housing Project
Project on Howe Avenue in Sacramento would convert 176-unit into multi-family supportive and workforce apartment community.
Rancho Cordova Considers General Plan Revisions
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.
Sacramento Light Rail to Roll Out New Trains
The new trains are designed to be easier to use by disabled and mobility-challenged riders.
From CalMatters...
Reparations Supporters Plot Comeback After Bitter Defeat in California Legislature
The controversial idea of cash reparations divided even Black advocates in the legislature this year. Here’s what’s next.
Habitat for Humanity to Build 26 New Homes for Families in Need on Sayonara Drive
SPD’s traffic safety operation at midtown crosswalk results in 55 citations in one day
Sacramento art project brings climate action to life through community collaboration
In which we salute the hard workers who make California the fifth largest economy on the planet.
For one thing, "citizen," like "garden," can be used as a verb.
In the midst of charges that California, and its favorite daughter Kamala Harris, are soft on crime, lawmakers step up in the name of public safety.
Joe Biden visited the Santa Cruz County beach towns of Aptos and Capitola following bad storms a couple winters ago. Last week, his administration delivered a big pile of money to help these communities and their neighbors build resilience.
The Santa Cruz-based California Marine Sanctuary Foundation receives a historic $71 million climate resilience grant from Biden Administration.
The writer and Internet dynamo shares his experience and reveals what happens in the board room.
What does it mean when firefighters call a fire "contained?" Here's a brief guide to commonly used fire prevention terminology.
As July goes down in the history books as the hottest ever recorded, the 2024 California fire season has already burned more than 30 times as much acreage as in 2023.
Learn what's getting into Californians’ lungs and why it matters.
The Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation develops partnerships to prepare and respond to emergencies with its COAD (Community Organizations Active in Disaster).
This week: Two examples of ways people in and around government and politics worked behind the scenes, and in the state house, to make things better.
Heather Cox Richardson provides historical context for everyday civic events.
Following the June 28 SCOTUS ruling on homeless encampment removal, Newsom brings the hammer down—but only after years of the state’s efforts to cushion the blow. Will it be enough?
If you've ever wondered how your governments raise and spend your tax money, here's a primer.
The total combined revenues and expenditures of California's 58 counties are astronomical. And getting astronomicaler every year.
Where does all that money come from, and where does it go? It's easy to find out.
The public process that determines who stays cool and who does not—and many more urgent issues. Plus a virtual escape to the high country.
Local democracy is a complex, expensive process. We explain.
From short mountaintop webcam time-lapses to handmade videos of stuff we love, we bring you a quick, daily dose of California goodness.
Over the past week, citizens empowered as members of civil grand juries issued reports of their investigations of local governments. It's an honorable institution, and they found some dishonorable stuff.
As part of its ongoing efforts to protect pedestrian safety, the Sacramento Police Department recently issued 55 citations during a traffic safety operation in midtown Sacramento. Officers involve...
A community art project aimed at promoting climate action is set to be unveiled at the Hagginwood Community Center (3271 Marysville Blvd) on Sept. 13. The Office of Climate Action and Sustainabili...
Sacramento Police Department welcomes new communications team
The Sacramento Police Department recently welcomed two new officers to its Public Information Office (PIO) team: Sgt. Dan Wiseman and Officer Allison Smith, joining veteran PIO Officer Anthony Gam...
Input needed on potential routes to complete Two Rivers Trail
The City of Sacramento is seeking feedback on the potential routes to complete the Two Rivers Trail system. This phase of the project will extend the trail within Sutter’s Landing Park at 28th Str...
Data Report: How the City responded to homelessness Aug. 26-Sept. 1
The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the City’s Incident Management Team responding to homelessness. From Aug. 26-Sept. 1, the City of Sacramento received 713 calls t...
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