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Data Report: How the City responded to homelessness Sept. 9-15 The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the Citys Incident Management Team responding to homelessness. From Sept. 9-15, the City of Sacramento received 623 calls to 311 customer service related to unsheltered individuals. Through the work of the IMT, 787 calls were closed, meaning that either the issue was remedied, compliance was achieved, [...] The post … 09/18/2024
Data Report: How the City responded to homelessness Sept. 9-15
City allocates over $1.1 million to boost housing stability programs near Aggie Square Campus The Sacramento City Council Tuesday approved over $1.1 million to extend two housing stability programs for eligible households along the Stockton Boulevard corridor near the UC Davis Aggie Square campus. This allocation is the next phase of the anti-displacement program and a key part of the Aggie Square settlement," said Councilmember Eric Guerra, who represents [...] The post City allocates … 09/18/2024
City allocates over $1.1 million to boost housing stability programs near Aggie Square Campus
Interested in learning more about how housing gets developed in Sacramento? Attend these upcoming workshops The City of Sacramento is hosting a series of eight community workshops to educate the public about its strategies for making housing more affordable and accessible. These workshops will offer residents a chance to learn about key housing concepts and engage directly with City planning professionals. The workshops are part of the newly launched Sacramento [...] The post Interested in … 09/18/2024
Interested in learning more about how housing gets developed in Sacramento? Attend these upcoming workshops
Plan ahead for street closures for this weekend’s Farm-to-Fork Street Festival The annual Farm-to-Fork Street Festival, hosted by Visit Sacramento, will take place this Friday (Sept. 21) and Saturday (Sept. 22) in downtown Sacramento. The free two-day event on Capitol Mall features local food and drink vendors along with live music, food demonstrations, interactive booths and other attractions. To accommodate the event, Capitol Mall will be closed between [...] The post … 09/17/2024
Plan ahead for street closures for this weekend’s Farm-to-Fork Street Festival
City’s Incident Management Team responding to homelessness produces significant results in first year The City of Sacramento launched its Incident Management Team responding to homelessness one year ago, and the results it has produced are significant. Over the past year, the IMT, which focuses providing outreach as well as ensuring compliance with City laws and ordinances, has: Responded to more than 41,000 calls for service. Created more than [...] The post Citys Incident … 09/12/2024
City’s Incident Management Team responding to homelessness produces significant results in first year
Data Report: How the City responded to homelessness Sept. 2-8 The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the Citys Incident Management Team responding to homelessness. From Sept. 2-8, the City of Sacramento received 625 calls to 311 customer service related to unsheltered individuals. Through the work of the IMT, 430 calls were closed, meaning that either the issue was remedied, compliance was achieved, [...] The post … 09/11/2024
Data Report: How the City responded to homelessness Sept. 2-8
Sacramento Police host four active-shooter preparedness and response trainings for the public The Sacramento Police Department is hosting four free active-shooter preparedness and response training courses in in partnership with the Federal Department of Homeland Security. The virtual training courses are open to all members of the public including businesses and local government partners. The training is 90 minutes and will be led by emergency response consulting and [...] The post Sacramento … 09/10/2024
Sacramento Police host four active-shooter preparedness and response trainings for the public
City, partners break ground on 113 affordable housing units in south Sacramento Sacramento will soon be home to the San Juan Apartments (5700 Stockton Blvd.), a new development providing 113 new affordable housing units for working families. Mutual Housing along with City, County and State officials last Friday held a groundbreaking for the new project located at the former historical San Juan Motel site on Stockton Boulevard [...] The post City, partners … 09/10/2024
City, partners break ground on 113 affordable housing units in south Sacramento
Here’s what attendees learned and saw at City’s ‘Water Discovery Day’ Crowds of families, couples and individuals braved the late-summer heat on Saturday, Sept. 7, to attend the Citys Water Discovery Day, where staff gave tours of the Sacramento River water treatment plant and showed off some of their heavy equipment. Hosted by the Department of Utilities, the event was part of ongoing efforts to make [...] The post Here's what … 09/09/2024
Here’s what attendees learned and saw at City’s ‘Water Discovery Day’
Front Street Shelter waiving dog adoption fees after large hoarding rescue The Front Street Animal Shelter took in over 30 dogs from a hoarding situation last week, quickly overwhelming its capacity. The shelter will be waiving dog adoption fees through Sept. 15 to assist in clearing space. "We were already very full before this happened, with multiple dogs housed in most kennels," said Ryan Hinderman, communications [...] The post Front Street … 09/09/2024
Front Street Shelter waiving dog adoption fees after large hoarding rescue
SPD’s traffic safety operation at midtown crosswalk results in 55 citations in one day 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 involved in the operation focused on drivers failing to yield to pedestrians and other dangerous driving behaviors that put pedestrians at risk, including speeding, illegal turns, and failure [...] The post SPD's traffic … 09/05/2024
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 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 Sustainabilityunder guidance by local artist in residence Taner Pasamehmetoglucollaborated with community members on an abstract painting that highlights the collective effort needed for sustainability. [...] The post Sacramento art … 09/05/2024
Sacramento art project brings climate action to life through community collaboration
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 Gamble. In their new roles, Wiseman and Smith will manage communications with the public and act as liaisons to the media. Each brings a wealth of experience [...] The post Sacramento Police … 09/04/2024
Sacramento Police Department welcomes new communications team
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 Sutters Landing Park at 28th Street west, approximately one mile, to a loop around the Old City Landfill, just east of the Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR) tracks. [...] The post Input needed … 09/04/2024
Input needed on potential routes to complete Two Rivers Trail
Data Report: How the City responded to homelessness Aug. 26-Sept. 1 The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the Citys Incident Management Team responding to homelessness. From Aug. 26-Sept. 1, the City of Sacramento received 713 calls to 311 customer service related to unsheltered individuals. Through the work of the IMT, 427 calls were closed, meaning that either the issue was remedied, compliance was [...] The post … 09/04/2024
Data Report: How the City responded to homelessness Aug. 26-Sept. 1
City activates cooling centers Sept. 4-7 With the National Weather Service forecasting triple-digit temperatures in the coming days, the City of Sacramento will activate the Outreach and Engagement Center and the Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center as cooling centers where residents can find relief from the heat. The OEC (3615 Auburn Blvd.) will operate from 11 a.m. Wednesday (Sept. 4) [...] The post City activates … 09/03/2024
City activates cooling centers Sept. 4-7
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, … 08/30/2024
Bloom smarter, not harder: Learn about gardening and water conservation at this Sept. 28 event
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 … 08/30/2024
Over 1,100 needles cleared as City secures Colfax property, offers shelter and services
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 … 08/29/2024
Join the 916 Day movement to beautify parks across Sacramento
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 … 08/29/2024
Data Report: How the City responded to homelessness Aug. 19-25
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 … 08/28/2024
City advancing transportation project set to transform Franklin Boulevard
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 … 08/28/2024
Parks Plan 2040 outlines blueprint for future parks and community programming
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 … 08/28/2024
Learn about potential changes to cannabis business regulations at these upcoming events
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 … 08/26/2024
City sends interdepartmental team to begin clearing and securing its Colfax property
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 … 08/23/2024
Help prevent fires like this one by disposing of your waste safely
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 … 08/22/2024
As students head back to school, SPD urges drivers to follow these safety tips
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 … 08/22/2024
Sacramento Fire Department offers free ‘Fire Camp’ for girls Sept. 21-22
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 … 08/21/2024
Fall and winter are coming. Attend one of these City workshops to help get your garden ready
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 … 08/21/2024
City designates early 1900s home of noted photographer as a historic landmark
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 … 08/21/2024
Data Report: How the City responded to homelessness Aug. 12-18
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