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Sacramento Fire Department celebrates first Emergency Medical Service Academy Graduation
The Sacramento Fire Department (SFD) recently marked a significant milestone with the graduation of its first Emergency Medical Service (EMS) Academy a major step in modernizing emergency response and opening new career paths. The newly-created EMS Academy trains attendees for a role focused solely on medical response no firefighting required. In the past, [...] The post Sacramento Fire Department celebrates …Free Dump Day helps residents dispose of junk, hazardous waste
The City of Sacramento is helping residents get rid of their junk for free. On Saturday, May 3, from 8 to 11 a.m., the Recycling and Solid Waste Division will host a free Dump Day event to give residents an additional resource for waste disposal. "Last year in just three hours, we collected over [...] The post Free Dump Day …City offering grants of up to $3,000 to help keep local waterways clean. Here’s how to apply
Utilities staff are inviting community groups to apply for grant funding for projects that can help protect, restore or enhance Sacramento's waterways. The grants offer up to $3,000 to projects that prevent pollution from entering storm drains, creeks, and the Sacramento and American rivers. This is a great opportunity for people who want to help [...] The post City offering …Effort to identify mobility barriers in Old North Sacramento moves ahead
The City of Sacramento is initiating a $1.2 million planning effort to improve mobility and connectivity in Old North Sacramento, an area affected by longstanding transportation barriers The Reconnecting Old North Sacramento project, approved this week by City Council, will focus on identifying ways to address mobility challenges created by Highway 160, the Capital City [...] The post Effort to …Auburn Boulevard bridge replacement to improve safety, reduce flooding and ease traffic congestion
Construction is set to begin in May 2025 on the Auburn Boulevard Bridge Replacement Project, a major infrastructure upgrade designed to reduce flooding, ease traffic congestion and improve safety for all roadway users. The project will replace the existing Arcade Creek Bridgeoriginally built in 1927with a modern structure that meets current Caltrans and American Association [...] The post Auburn Boulevard …Data Report: How the City responded to homelessness April 14-20
The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the Citys Incident Management Team responding to homelessness. From April 14-20, the City of Sacramento received 801 calls to 311 customer service related to unsheltered individuals. Through the work of the IMT, 907 calls were closed, meaning that either the issue was remedied, compliance was achieved, [...] The post …City adds three new dispensary permits to expand equity in local cannabis industry
Aiming to advance equity in Sacramentos growing cannabis industry, the City Council this week unanimously approved the addition of three storefront dispensary permits, increasing the total allowed from 40 to 43. The new permits will benefit participants in the Citys Cannabis Opportunity Reinvestment and Equity (CORE) program, which works to remove barriers of entry into [...] The post City adds …City awards $1.7 million to support 14 North Sacramento businesses
The City of Sacramento is awarding nearly $1.7 million in grants and loans to support North Sacramento businesses, with the goal of revitalizing commercial corridors and promoting economic growth in the community. The North Sacramento Business Investment Program, managed by the City's Office of Innovation and Economic Development, was available to District 2 businesses and [...] The post City awards …See how this City-funded program is helping Sacramento families become homeowners
A City-funded program aimed at expanding homeownership in underserved Sacramento neighborhoods is already showing strong results. The CLTRE Keeper First-Time Homebuyer Program, launched in 2023 in partnership with local nonprofit CLTRE, has helped several residents purchase their first homes through a mix of financial assistance, housing education, and one-on-one support. The program is designed to [...] The post See how …Learn about California native plants at this May 3 garden tour
The Citys Department of Utilities is inviting residents to visit its drought-tolerant garden on May 3 to learn more about California native plants and water-efficient landscaping. The garden at 1395 35th Avenue will be open from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Were excited to open the garden on a weekend so more people can discover [...] The post Learn about …City donates 150 children’s life jackets to support water safety efforts
As part of its ongoing efforts to enhance community safety, the City of Sacramentos Office of Emergency Management (SacOEM) has donated nearly 150 childrens life jackets to the Sacramento Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) for use during the 20242025 seasons. Sacramento's CERT volunteer program provides training and education on disaster preparedness and response skills for [...] The post City donates …Explore Sacramento’s public art during Arts, Culture and Creativity Month
The City of Sacramento is recognizing "Arts, Culture, & Creativity Month" this April with a new interactive tool and a series of events that showcase how the arts contribute to community connection, well-being, and civic life. Arts, Culture, & Creativity Month is a statewide effort organized by California for the Arts. This years theme, Health, [...] The post Explore Sacramentos …Sacramento unveils redesigned transparency page to boost access to City data and services
Sacramento residents now have a clearer window into their local government operations with the launch of a newly redesigned transparency webpage, a one-stop hub to explore how tax dollars are spent, track program performance, and access key government data in an easy-to-use format. The enhanced platform demonstrates the Citys commitment to open government and accountability. [...] The post Sacramento unveils …Free compost available to Sacramento residents for soil and garden improvement
The City of Sacramento is once again offering free compost to residents this spring, helping them enrich their gardens and yards while promoting sustainability and meeting state recycling mandates. The compost is made from organic material collected through the Citys curbside organics recycling program, which includes food scraps and yard waste. The program supports California [...] The post Free compost …Early Earth Day events draw strong volunteer turnout across Sacramento
Hundreds of volunteers rolled up their sleeves on April 5 to take part in the City of Sacramentos annual Earth Day clean-up and beautification events. The effort spanned nine sitesat least one in every City Council districtand was made possible through a robust collaboration between several City departments and community partners. Led by the Office [...] The post Early Earth …Data Report: How the City responded to homelessness April 7-13
The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the Citys Incident Management Team responding to homelessness. From April 7-13, the City of Sacramento received 878 calls to 311 customer service related to unsheltered individuals. Through the work of the IMT, 971 calls were closed, meaning that either the issue was remedied, compliance was achieved, [...] The post …Planning for 4/20? Know the cannabis laws in Sacramento
With 4/20 around the corner, the Citys Office of Cannabis Management is issuing a friendly reminder to residents 21 and older to keep celebrations safe, responsible and lawful. Cannabis is legal in California for adults 21 and older, but there are still important rules to follow. Not following them can lead to citations or other consequences. Public [...] The post …Dive into spring fun at this water egg hunt April 19
The City of Sacramento is inviting families to make a splash this spring with a festive, poolside celebrations at the North Natomas Aquatics Complex. Hosted by the Department of Youth, Parks & Community Enrichment, the event combines in-water and traditional egg hunts with swimming and other activities. The North Natomas Egg-A-Palooza will take place on [...] The post Dive into …Here’s why City crews are wrapping up ‘rain patrols’ after a stormy winter
Although City of Sacramento crews prepare all year long for the rainy season, that work intensifies when storms do arrive, typically from October to April. Those efforts, known within the City as rain patrol, involve dozens of workers in the Department of Utilities stormwater and wastewater division. Crews monitor weather conditions, water levels and infrastructure [...] The post Heres why …Sacramento Police enhance enforcement during Distracted Driving Awareness Month
The Sacramento Police Department is increasing enforcement this month as part of Distracted Driving Awareness Month, reminding drivers to stay alert and focused behind the wheel. Staying focused behind the wheel is something we can all do, said Sacramento Police Sergeant Ken Collier. Distracted Driving Awareness Month is an important reminder that even a moment [...] The post Sacramento Police …City launches ‘Streamline Sacramento’ to speed up housing development
In an effort to boost housing production and reduce construction costs, the City of Sacramento has launched a new initiative aimed at improving the development approval process. Called Streamline Sacramento, the 2025 initiative is led by Mayor Kevin McCarty and Councilmember Phil Pluckebaum and seeks to identify ways to accelerate project approvals, improve efficiency and [...] The post City launches …See what’s ahead for Fruitridge Road improvements at April 23 workshop
As part of ongoing efforts to calm traffic and reduce speeding on Fruitridge Road, the City of Sacramento is developing updated design plans and gathering community input on the next phase of transportation improvements through an upcoming community workshop. The in-person meeting will take place on Tuesday, April 23, from 6-7:30 p.m. at Earl Warren [...] The post See what's …City to honor Sacramento Poet Laureate Andru Defeye on April 14
Sacramento community members are invited to a free celebration to honor Poet Laureate Andru Defeye and his lasting impact on the citys literary and arts landscape on April 14 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. at City Hall (Room 1119, 915 I Street). Appointed as Sacramentos youngest Poet Laureate in 2020, Defeye served through 2024, leading efforts to [...] The post City to …Data Report: How the City responded to homelessness March 31-April 6
The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the Citys Incident Management Team responding to homelessness. From March 31-April 6, the City of Sacramento received 767 calls to 311 customer service related to unsheltered individuals. Through the work of the IMT, 1,155 calls were closed, meaning that either the issue was remedied, compliance was [...] The post …Annual BizX event returns May 7 with focus on local business success stories
Entrepreneurs, small business owners and industry professionals are invited to attend BizX 2025 on May 7 from 3 to 6 p.m., where local business leaders will share their inspiring paths from startup to success. Held annually as part of Capital Region Small Business Week (CRSBW), BizX is the premier business resource and networking event, hosted [...] The post Annual BizX …Sacramento Fire Department offers free ‘Fire Camp’ for girls April 12-13
The Sacramento Fire Department will host its sixth annual Sacramento Area Girls Fire Camp on April 12-13 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. This camp is all about creating space for young women to [...] The post Sacramento …City’s Street to Housing pilot program moves unsheltered residents directly into apartments
The City of Sacramento's Street to Housing pilot program has reached a critical first milestone, successfully helping an initial group of people experiencing unsheltered homelessness transition from encampments directly into apartments. Backed by $5.85 million from the States Encampment Resolution Funds (ERF), the pilot program follows a housing-first approach to connect 100 unsheltered households living [...] The post Citys Street …Data Report: How the City responded to homelessness March 24-30
The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the Citys Incident Management Team responding to homelessness. From March 24-30, the City of Sacramento received 824 calls to 311 customer service related to unsheltered individuals. Through the work of the IMT, 853 calls were closed, meaning that either the issue was remedied, compliance was achieved, [...] The post …
