County Holiday Office Closure Jan. 1
12/28/2023
In observance of New Year’s Day, most Sacramento County offices will be closed on Monday, Jan. 1...
Here To Help With Your New Year’s Resolutions
12/28/2023
It's almost time to ring in the New Year...
How SacCounty Meets the Needs of Older Adults
12/26/2023
California launched the Master Plan for Aging in 2021...
SMF BARC Dogs Make Spirits Bright
12/20/2023
Passengers traveling through the Sacramento International Airport...
SacCounty Teens Support Gifts from the Heart
12/14/2023
Sacramento County is celebrating 35 years...
Sacramento County Opens 2nd Safe Stay Shelter
12/14/2023
On Thursday, December 14, 2023, Sacramento County Supervisor Patrick Kennedy....
Coroner Needs Assistance in IDing Unidentified Man
12/14/2023
The Sacramento County Coroner’s Office...
Board Approves Parks Fee Schedule Update
12/13/2023
The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors, at its December 12 meeting...
Bradshaw Animal Shelter’s Holiday Adoption Event
12/13/2023
Join Bradshaw Animal Shelter for a special holiday adoption event...
Delta Counties: Environmental Impact Report Flawed
12/13/2023
In response to the Department of Water Resources...
Approved Budget Priorities Based on Survey Results
12/12/2023
The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors, at its Dec. 12 meeting...
Ag Pass Program To Assist Farmers During Disasters
12/07/2023
Last winter's floods took a devastating toll on the Sacramento area's agricultural industry. More than $38 million in losses were reported by area farms....
Mobile Vet Clinic for Unhoused Pets Launches
12/06/2023
PAWS, or Pet Aid and Wellness Services, rolled into action...
Supervisors Appoint County Executive
12/05/2023
The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors unanimously agreed to appoint Assistant County Executive David Villanueva as County Executive. The appointment...
Assist the Coroner in ID’ing Unidentified Man
12/04/2023
UPDATE (12/8): Thanks to help from the public, the decedent has been positively identified, and his family has been notified. The Sacramento County Coroner's...
Canvassers Needed for the 2024 Point-in-Time Count
12/04/2023
Sacramento Steps Forward (SSF) announced today...
Help the County Coroner ID an Unidentified Man
12/01/2023
he Sacramento County Coroner's Office is seeking the public's assistance...
Sacramento County Recognizes Meth Awareness Day
11/30/2023
As part of the effort to tackle the serious issue of methamphetamine...
SacCounty Health Center Earns Three Quality Awards
11/29/2023
The Sacramento County Health Center is now proudly displaying three Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Community Health Quality Badges,...
First Installment of Property Taxes Due Dec. 11
11/29/2023
The deadline for paying the first installment of your 2023-2024...
Public Invited to Virtual Budget Workshop
11/28/2023
Members of the public are invited to a virtual Sacramento...
Successful First Racial Equity Summit
11/28/2023
On stage, Dr. Rohan Radhakrishna began his session at the first Sacramento County Racial Equity Summit at Sacramento State University by capturing the more...
Creating Families Through Adoption
11/22/2023
It took a little effort, but 4-year-old Elias signed...
Holiday Food Safety Tips Ahead Of Thanksgiving
11/22/2023
Thanksgiving is tomorrow and if you are planning to be in the kitchen cooking up a feast for friends or family, you need to start thinking about safe cooking,...
Weather Respite Sheltering
11/22/2023
Due to the incoming low wind chill temperatures...
SacCounty Regional Parks Launches New Mobile App
11/16/2023
Visitors to Sacramento County's Regional Parks...
County Clerk/Recorder’s New Location Opens Dec. 4
11/15/2023
After months of planning and preparation...
Board Appoints Director of Water Resources
11/09/2023
The Board of Supervisors, at its Nov. 7 meeting...
SMF’s Nichol Named AXN’s Director of the Year
11/08/2023
Airport Experience News (AXN) has selected Cindy Nichol, director of airports for the Sacramento County Department of Airports, as its Director of the Year, Med...
County Holiday Office Closure Nov. 10, 2023
11/07/2023
In observance of Veterans Day...
2022 Crop and Livestock Report Released
11/07/2023
During her presentation of the 2022 Sacramento County Crop and Livestock Report at the Nov. 7 Board of Supervisors Meeting, Agriculture Commissioner, Chris Flores...
Tips: Stay Healthy and Informed This Flu Season
11/01/2023
As the seasons change and cooler weather sets in, so does the onset of flu season. In addition to the annual influenza virus, the ongoing concern of COVID-19...
County Clerk/Recorder Location Closing Nov. 9
10/31/2023
The County Clerk/Recorder (CCR) Department will be closing ...
Meet SacCounty’s Development Program Managers
10/31/2023
As part of the County's Development Review Process...
Dry Creek Parkway Trail – Breaking Ground in 2025
10/26/2023
The Sacramento County Department of Regional Parks...
Public Input Needed on Virtual Budget Workshop
10/24/2023
Budgets are complicated – especially budgets as large as Sacramento...
Media Alert: County Parks Waste Barrel Replacement
10/24/2023
WHAT: In an effort to encourage park visitors to help keep...
Help Us Build A More Equitable Parks System
10/19/2023
In an effort to better serve all the residents in our diverse...
SacCounty Transitions To New Benefits System
10/18/2023
On October 30, 2023, Sacramento County joins other...
County Clerk/Recorder to Consolidate and Relocate
10/17/2023
The County Clerk/Recorder’s (CCR) office is consolidating....
Employing Ability
10/12/2023
Sacramento County employs more than 13,600 full-time individuals. Of those staff members, some have disabilities, including but not limited to: hearing...
White Cane Awareness Day on Oct. 15
10/12/2023
White Cane Awareness Day is celebrated each October 15...
County Holiday Office Closure - Oct. 9
10/05/2023
In observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day...
Grants Available For SacCounty Art Organizations
10/03/2023
Sacramento County’s Office of Economic Development has partnered with the City of Sacramento’s Office of Arts and Culture to offer grants to nonprofit...
Secured Property Tax Bills Mailed This Month
09/29/2023
Sacramento County will mail about 481,774 secured property tax bills which are payable beginning November 1, 2023. These tax bills are mailed only once a ...
County Executive Announces Retirement
09/28/2023
County Executive Ann Edwards has announced her retirement, effective Jan. 26, 2024. “It has been an honor of a lifetime to serve as County Executive...
A Journey from Homelessness to Hope and Stability
09/27/2023
Amelia reaches to gently pet the fluffing feathers of her baby parrot Sunshine. Her brilliant orange, yellow and green feathers puff up in happiness as she...
Grant Funding Available for Water-Related Projects
09/27/2023
The Department of Water Resources (DWR) is pleased to announce that 2023-2024 Watershed Stewardship and Education Grants are now available! DWR ...
Safe Sleep Baby Education: A Lifesaving Initiative
09/26/2023
Sacramento County's Safe Sleep Baby Education Campaign is a testament to the power of community-based initiatives...
New Guidance for COVID Vaccines
09/21/2023
In response to the evolving nature of the COVID-19 virus, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued new guidance for vaccines...
Keep Your Pets Safe During a Disaster
09/20/2023
As September unfolds, it's not only a time when the seasons...
Oriental Fruit Flies Detected in Sacramento County
09/20/2023
The Sacramento County Agricultural Commissioner....
California Capital Airshow Ready for Takeoff
09/19/2023
Buckle up, thrill-seekers! The California Capital Airshow...
Attend the 2023 Sustainable Business Awards
09/13/2023
The Office of Economic Development's Business Environmental Resource Center...
Board Revises Approved FY 2023-24 Budget
09/07/2023
The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously yesterday to revise the Approved Budget for the 2023-24 fiscal year. The $8.8 billion...
Funding For Drought & Flood Impacted Ag Businesses
09/07/2023
The Sacramento County Agriculture Commissioner and...
County Holiday Office Closure Sept. 4
08/31/2023
In observance of Labor Day...
Labor Day Weekend Park Safety Tips & Reminders
08/31/2023
The final holiday weekend of the summer...
Project Roomkey Closes With 1350 Hopeful Outcomes
08/30/2023
On Friday, August 25, the Sacramento County Department of Human Assistance...
New Art on Display in SacCounty Board Chambers
08/29/2023
The next time you attend a meeting in the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors Chambers...
Final Recommended Budget Hearings Begin Sept. 6
08/25/2023
The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors will begin Fiscal Year...
Florin Road Safe Stay Welcomes Guests
08/22/2023
On Monday, August 21, 2023, Sacramento County's first Safe Stay Community...
Getting Clean - In Mind, Body and Our Streets
08/17/2023
A painter, a dishwasher and waiter, a cook – the list goes on. Antonio has been a lot of things in his 63 years. Five weeks ago, he added something else to the...
Prepare Students for a Mentally Strong School Year
08/16/2023
As summer comes to an end, so do the routines that students picked up during the break...
Seeking Community Input: Draft AB 109 Plan Update
08/16/2023
The Community Corrections Partnership Advisory Board (CCPAB)...
County Receives $43 Million Bridge Housing Award
08/15/2023
The State Department of Health Care Services...
County Activating Cooling Centers
08/11/2023
Due to the extreme heat coming early next week, Regional Cooling centers will open beginning Monday, August 14th extending to Wednesday, August 16th...
Fentanyl and Opioid Awareness Month
08/10/2023
The United States is grappling with a devastating epidemic that has left a trail of tragedy in its wake. According to the CDC, the year 2021 saw a staggering 107,622 overdose deaths in the country...
Board Approves Responses to Reports on Homeless
08/09/2023
The Board of Supervisors, at its August 8 meeting, approved responses to two Grand Jury reports regarding responses to homeless issues and behavioral health resources including planning, coordination, funding, and measurable outcomes...
Access Your Improvement Plan Status Online!
08/09/2023
The Sacramento County, Community Development Department, Site Improvement & Permits Section is making it easier for applicants to check the real-time status...
Board Approves Funding from Health Plans for LEAP
08/08/2023
The Board of Supervisors, on Tuesday, August 8, approved the County to receive ...
County Activating Cooling Centers
08/03/2023
Due to the extreme heat coming this weekend, the Sacramento County Department of Human Assistance will open three cooling locations beginning...
Nottoli Place: A Safe Haven for Older Adults
08/03/2023
Rosemont, Sacramento County - A new 15-bed facility for adults aged 60+ will be opening soon in Sacramento County...
Don’t Wait, Know How to Evacuate!
08/02/2023
Sacramento County's Office of Emergency Services has partnered with local cities to provide residents with evacuation zone maps online...
Giving Hope to Others: Amelia’s Inspiring Journey
08/01/2023
Right away, you can tell Amelia is the type of person who lights up a room. She has remnants of purple hair – which is fitting for her bright personality...
CRC Release Annual Report & Invites Public Comment
08/01/2023
Sacramento County's Community Review Commission (CRC) has released its Annual Review Report, which outlines the Commission's activities from July 2022 - June 2...
Resource Family Appreciation Picnic
07/28/2023
Sacramento County's Department of Child, Family, and Adult Services (DCFAS) hosted its first post-pandemic Resource Family Appreciation Picnic.
Public Health and Blue Zones: Alzheimer Initiative
07/27/2023
Blue Zones initiative includes assessment and plan to help residents live better and longer lives. Sacramento County Public Health has joined forces...
Celebrate World Ranger Day This July 31
07/26/2023
World Ranger Day is celebrated every year on July 31 as a way to pause and reflect on the courage and sacrifice that Rangers make, honor fallen Rangers and sta...
Black Child Legacy Campaign Report
07/26/2023
On July 25, multiple departments of Sacramento County presented the annual report on the Black Child Legacy Campaign to the Board of Supervisors...
Vet Clinic On Wheels Will Help Unhoused Pets
07/25/2023
Bradshaw Animal Shelter will pioneer a mobile pet clinic this fall to address the healthcare needs of pets belonging to unhoused individuals in Sacramento County...
Celebrate Disability Pride Month
07/20/2023
Every July, we celebrate Disability Pride Month to commemorate the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) being signed into law on July 26, 1990...
Celebrate Parks and Recreation Month
07/18/2023
Since 1985, people in the United States have celebrated Park and Recreation Month in July to promote building strong, vibrant and resilient communities...
County Transportation Funding Experiences Boost
07/13/2023
So far 2023 has been an excellent year for Sacramento County transportation efforts as many area projects have found needed funding to keep moving forward. ...
Unsecured Property Taxes Due Aug. 31
07/12/2023
Annual bills for the Sacramento County unsecured personal property taxes for fiscal year 2023-2024 will be mailed July 25, 2023...
County Re-Activating Cooling Centers
07/12/2023
Due to high daytime temperatures coming into the area, Sacramento County is activating three cooling centers. The centers will be operating beginning Thursday...
EMD State Fair Food Inspections Keep People Safe
07/11/2023
The Sacramento County Environmental Management Department (EMD) inspectors are making sure the operators of the 120 food stands at the California State...
Coordinated Access Is Eliminating Barriers
07/06/2023
As part of the Local Homeless Action Plan (LHAP) and in conjunction with the City-County Partnership Agreement, the Coordinated Access System (CAS) has been...
SMF Now Offers Nonstop Service to Miami
07/03/2023
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) and American Airlines are excited to increase connectivity between a new destination and the capitol of the Golden State...
County Holiday Office Closure Tuesday, July 4
06/29/2023
County Holiday Office Closure Tuesday, July 4
Want to Report Illegal Fireworks? Here’s How
06/29/2023
Sacramento County is cracking down on the sale and use of illegal fireworks, and we need your help! With the 2022 implementation of a “social host"...
4th of July Safety Tips and Reminders
06/28/2023
Sacramento County wants to remind residents to add safety measures to their Independence Day activities to ensure that these celebrations remain fun...
Help Your Pets Beat the Heat
06/27/2023
Summer has arrived, and rising temperatures are sure to follow in Sacramento County. As the mercury rises, it's important for pet owners to take proactive...
Severe Weather Sheltering & Tips for Staying Cool
06/27/2023
Due to high daytime temperatures coming into the area, Sacramento County is activating its extreme weather response. The weather respite motel vouchering respite...
Press Release Citrus Heights and SacCounty Partner
06/23/2023
CITRUS HEIGHTS, CA, June 23, 2023 -- The City of Citrus Heights is excited to announce a proposed partnership with Sacramento County Department of Homeless and...
It’s Good to Be Home
06/22/2023
It's been 13 years since 71-year-old Wayne hopped on a bus in Augusta, Georgia, in search of somewhere with trees to call home. Trees that he had seen in ...
SacDOT Receives Statewide Award
06/22/2023
It has been less than a year since the County Department of Transportation (SacDOT) finished work on the final portion of the Hazel Avenue Improvement Project...
4th of July Holiday: Keep it Safe, Keep it Fun!
06/21/2023
With Independence Day coming up, it's always a good idea to know the risks of fireworks, only use legal fireworks and stay safe when using them. If you see or...
Sacramento County Stands with Jewish Community
06/20/2023
Following is a statement from Sacramento County Board Chair and Third District Supervisor Rich Desmond: “Hundreds of hate-filled leaflets, targeting members ...
Compassionate Healthcare for the Unhoused
06/20/2023
Sacramento County's homeless population faces numerous challenges, from lack of housing to limited access to essential healthcare services. Recognizing the need...
Behavioral Health Services for the Unhoused
06/16/2023
It's time to set the record straight on Sacramento County's Behavioral Health Services for people experiencing homelessness, as well as two specific strategic ...
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
06/15/2023
June 15 marks World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD). Sacramento County's Adult Protective Services (APS) encourages people to learn about signs of abuse...
County Holiday Office Closure - Monday, June 19
06/15/2023
County Holiday Office Closure - Monday, June 19...
SacCounty Opens Welcoming Centers for Foster Youth
06/15/2023
On June 16, 2023, Sacramento County’s Department of Child, Family and Adult Services (DCFAS) will open three Welcoming Centers for foster youth to stay while...
Celebrating Black Joy and Promoting Mental Health
06/14/2023
On June 19, Sacramento County acknowledges and celebrates Juneteenth. Last year, the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors voted to adopt an ordinance...
New Animal Care Contract Collaboration
06/14/2023
Sacramento County Animal Care Services has entered into a new contract with the City of Galt, effective June 1, 2023. This agreement ensures that citizens of the...
Supporting Sacramento County’s LGBTQ+ Community
06/13/2023
While Pride Month is a time to celebrate, it is also a time when members of the LGBTQ+ community look at the work that lies ahead. During Pride Month, Sacrament...
2021 County Greenhouse Gas Inventory Released
06/08/2023
Sacramento County has released its 2021 Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Inventory for public review and is proud to show reduced GHG emissions in government operations...
Sacramento County’s Recommended Budget Approved
06/08/2023
The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously on June 7 to approve the $8.4 billion recommended budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-24...
County and Local Partners Aid 36 Migrants
06/07/2023
Sacramento County, along with state, city and community organization partners, are assisting in the aid of 36 migrants that arrived in Sacramento on Friday...
SacCounty Chargers Celebrate 40 Years
06/06/2023
The Sacramento County Chargers have been helping participants reach their athletic potential, make lifelong friendships, undergo new experiences and learn new...
May is Wildfire Awareness Month
05/31/2023
On average, there are more than 5,600 wildfires each year in California. The Sacramento County Office of Emergency Services reminds residents that a disaster...
Celebrate Family Health and Fitness Day on June 10
05/30/2023
Gather your family and friends and celebrate Family Health and Fitness Day on Saturday, June 10! Sacramento County Regional Parks is excited to partner with...
Sac County’s Budget Released, Hearings Set
05/26/2023
The Sacramento County Recommended Budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-24 has been released. The Board of Supervisors will begin hearings on the Recommended ...
County Holiday Office Closure - Monday, May 29
05/25/2023
County Holiday Office Closure - Monday, May 29..
Memorial Day Weekend Park Safety Tips & Reminders
05/25/2023
Memorial Day is right around the corner, and the beginning of the summer recreation season is here! Sacramento County's Department of Regional Parks would like ...
Family Fun at the Sacramento County Fair
05/24/2023
The Sacramento County Fair returns for Memorial Day weekend! Visit Cal Expo May 25-29 for fun, food and a full line-up of entertainment for the whole family...
Mental Health Awareness and AAPI Heritage Month
05/24/2023
The goal of Mental Health Awareness Month (MHAM) is to raise awareness of the importance of mental health and ultimately stop the stigma associated with mental ...
Sacramento County Workshop on Homelessness-Recap
05/24/2023
On May 23, 2023, the Sacramento County Department of Homeless Services and Housing (DHSH) led a workshop on homelessness at the Board of Supervisors meeting ...
The Facts About Project Roomkey
05/19/2023
On Thursday, May 18, the Sacramento Bee posted an article about the County’s plan to ramp down Project Roomkey (PRK) in the coming months...
Avoid the River – It’s Running Too Fast and Cold!
05/18/2023
UPDATE: May 22, 2023Flows from Folsom Lake into the American River have increased to 15,000 cubic feet per second. Please continue to stay off the ...
May Is Mental Health Awareness Month
05/17/2023
This May offers a moment to reflect and celebrate the strength, hope and resilience that is alive and well in our Sacramento community...
Older Americans Month: Help Stop Financial Abuse
05/16/2023
May is Older Americans Month. Established in 1963, Older Americans Month is meant to raise awareness about stereotypes of older adults and the issues they face...
County DEI Cabinet Established
05/15/2023
On Nov. 17, 2020, the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors declared racism a public health crisis, asserting that racism and the health inequities there...
Supporting Foster Youth through Health Services
05/11/2023
May is National Foster Care Month. The recognition month brings awareness to the issues foster kids face. The month also highlights the work done to help children...
Join the 5/16 Community Review Commission Meeting
05/10/2023
Sacramento County’s Community Review Commission (CRC) invites the public to participate in its Tuesday, May 16 meeting at 6 p.m. to hear from...
The Goats Are Back (& Other Fire Prevention News)
05/09/2023
We’ve goat some exciting news! The Sacramento County Department of Regional Parks has initiated its multi-pronged plan to reduce fire risk, defend wildlife...
Ranger Adopts Pup Following A Routine Traffic Stop
05/04/2023
The Sacramento County Regional Parks Rangers are the law enforcement division of Regional Parks, and while their days are typically spent engaging...
Sacramento County Hires New Shelter Operator
05/03/2023
Sacramento County has hired a new non-profit shelter operator to take over operations of the Full Service Rehousing Shelter (FSRS) program. FSRS provides..
Big Day of Giving: Give Where Your Heart Is
05/02/2023
The eleventh annual Big Day of Giving is underway, and Sacramento area residents are encouraged to come together for this online giving challenge. Big Day of Giving...
Sacramento County Named #2 Best Public Fleet
04/27/2023
The 2023 100 Best Fleets were announced by the National Association of Fleet Administrators (NAFA) last week and Sacramento County was named the number two...
Use Caution: American River Running Cold & Swift
04/26/2023
Use Caution: American River Running Cold & Swift
Capital Region Small Business Week May 1-6, 2023
04/25/2023
Sacramento County's Economic Development is partnering with the City of Sacramento's Office of Innovation and Economic Development to host “BizX...
Sacramento County Celebrates Earth Day
04/20/2023
Saturday, April 22 is the 53rd anniversary of Earth Day, a day to reflect on the need to protect our natural environment. This year's Earth Day theme is...
Pinwheels for Child Abuse Prevention Awareness
04/19/2023
In honor of National Child Abuse Prevention Month, Sacramento County Child Protective Services (CPS) staff planted 300 pinwheels on the lawn of the Child Protection...
Media Alert: Getting in the Dirt for Earth Day
04/18/2023
HAT: Sacramento County is promoting Earth Day by inviting the media to the International Rescue Committee’s (IRC) New Roots Garden at Howe Park..
SacCounty to Recognize Indigenous Peoples’ Day
04/18/2023
The Board of Supervisors, at its April 18 meeting, voted unanimously to approve the second Monday in October to be recognized as Indigenous Peoples' Day....
Art Group Helps People Heal at Turning Point
04/13/2023
A program through one of Sacramento County's Community Outreach Recovery Empowerment (CORE) centers is helping people heal through art. There is a mental health...
Retail Food Fee Waiver Provides Much Needed Relief
04/12/2023
Retail Food Fee Waiver Provides Much Needed Relief
Make National Pet Day the Best Day for Your Pet
04/11/2023
Today is every pet's favorite holiday, National Pet Day! While most pet owners take great care of their pets every day, National Pet Day is the perfect opportunity...
National Public Health Week
04/06/2023
Sacramento County is celebrating National Public Health Week. The theme is “Centering and Celebrating Cultures in Health"...
Do You Have an Uncashed Sacramento County Check?
04/05/2023
Currently, the County has more than 7,600 uncashed checks, totaling more than $3.6 million. How does this happen, and could this be your unclaimed money? ...
Kitten Season Begins, Fosters and Donations Needed
04/04/2023
Animal shelters around the country are gearing up for what is known as “kitten season," when cats begin to give birth to countless kitten litters...
Second Installment of Property Taxes Due 4/10
03/30/2023
The deadline for paying the second installment of your 2022-2023 Sacramento County property taxes is coming up very soon. Payments are due no later than April ...
County Hires New Economic Development Director
03/29/2023
Sacramento County has a new Economic Development Director. Crystal Bethke, who has worked for Sacramento County's Office of Economic Development since 2007...
Board Approves $1.7 M to Keep Homeless Housing
03/29/2023
The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors approved at its March 28 meeting $1,000,000 in General Fund dollars to preserve housing supports for...
County Holiday Office Closure March 31
03/28/2023
County Holiday Office Closure March 31...
SMF Seeking Friendly Volunteers to Greet Travelers
03/28/2023
The Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is seeking friendly and outgoing individuals to join their Ambassador Program, which aims to provide a warm welcome...
Sacramento County Social Workers Break Barriers
03/23/2023
The Planning and Environmental Review (PER) Division of the Sacramento County Community Development Department is updating the County's Infill Program...
New No-Cost Community Cat Clinic Saves Lives
03/21/2023
Sacramento County's Bradshaw Animal Shelter launched a new no-cost community cat program in partnership with Community Spay/Neuter Clinic on Feb. 1, 2023...
SacCounty’s Infill Program Wants to Hear From You
03/16/2023
The Planning and Environmental Review (PER) Division of the Sacramento County Community Development Department is updating the County's Infill Program...
Japanese Beetle Project Continues in SacCounty
03/15/2023
The Sacramento County Agricultural Commissioner, in cooperation with the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA), is beginning the third year...
County Proclaims Winter Storm State of Emergency
03/14/2023
The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors today unanimously approved the ratification of a local state of emergency for Sacramento County...
Apply for Disaster Loan Assistance by March 16th
03/13/2023
Residents affected by the severe winter storms, which caused massive flooding across Sacramento County from December 27, 2022, to January 31, 2023....
County Parks To Close Ahead of Upcoming Storm
03/13/2023
UPDATE: March 14, 2023Due to the strong, persistent wind, Regional Parks is keeping all parks within its system closed for the rest of the ...
County Proclaims Winter Storm State of Emergency
03/09/2023
Sacramento County issued a Proclamation of Local State of Emergency for Winter Storms on Wednesday, March 8. This is the second such declaration...
Stay Safe During the Incoming Storm
03/08/2023
With the coming storm bringing heavy rain and strong wind, the Sacramento County Office of Emergency Services would like to remind the public of the following...
County Parks Status Update Ahead of Upcoming Storm
03/08/2023
UPDATE: March 10, 2023Due to lower than expected release from the Nimbus Dam, we will no longer be lowering the railings at the PCA bridge at Sunrise River...
Resources Available for Sacramento County Parents
03/07/2023
Whether you are becoming a parent for the first time or you are welcoming another child into your family this year, there are several resources that can help you...
Portion of Dry Creek Parkway Trail Renamed
03/02/2023
With the blessing of the Board of Supervisors at its Feb. 28 meeting, a portion of the Dry Creek Parkway will be renamed in honor of Robert (Bob) Bastian...
Board Approves American River NRMP
03/01/2023
The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously yesterday to approve the American River Natural Resources Management Plan (NRMP)...
Sac County Ends COVID-19 Public Health Emergency
02/28/2023
Today the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors voted to end the local COVID-19 State of Emergency and Public Health Emergency. The ending of the emergency...
Waste Management and Recycling Director Appointed
02/28/2023
The Board of Supervisors authorized the appointment of Keith Goodrich, today, as Director of the Department of Waste Management and Recycling (DWMR)...
Board Appoints Registrar of Voters
02/28/2023
The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors, at its February 28 meeting, concurred with the County Executives' appointment of Hang Nguyen as Registrar of Voters...
Nottoli Place Shelter Opening for Older Adults
02/23/2023
Rosemont, Sacramento County - A new 15-bed facility for adults aged 60+ will be opening soon in Sacramento County. Nottoli Place, named after retired Sacramento...
New Signage in Specific Areas Along Parkway
02/22/2023
The Sacramento County Department of Regional Parks Maintenance Division will begin posting new "Welcome to the American River Parkway"...
County Activates Weather Respite Program
02/22/2023
Update: March 1, 2023, This release has been updated to include information about warming centers opening up in Galt and Elk Grove, as well as existing ...
County Holiday Office Closure Feb. 20
02/16/2023
County Holiday Office Closure Feb. 20..
Celebrate Recreation Therapy Month with TRS
02/16/2023
For individuals living with disabilities, recreation opportunities and a sense of community may not be easy to come by...
Financial Resilience During a Disaster
02/15/2023
Sacramento County faces regional hazards throughout the year including severe weather, floods and fires. If a disaster or other emergency strikes, you may...
Free Tax Help For Low Income Households
02/14/2023
If you haven't already, now is a great time to think about filing income taxes. Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is a benefit for which anyone with a househodsl...
Seeking Proposals to Support Local Organizations
02/10/2023
Sacramento County is soliciting proposals from lead organizations to help strengthen and build capacity of local non-profit community-based organizations (CBOs)...
County Holiday Office Closure Feb.13
02/09/2023
County Holiday Office Closure Feb.13...
Grant Program for Non-Profit Organizations to Open
02/09/2023
The County Board of Supervisors intends to continue providing $1 million through the Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) Grant Program to support nonprofit organization...
Elder Abuse Awareness Roadshow
02/08/2023
The McGeorge School of Law is hosting a series of events to make seniors aware of the dangers of financial abuse. The school's Elder & Health Law Clinic...
Board Affirms Development Process Improvements
02/07/2023
The County's development process is one step closer to undergoing comprehensive systematic and customer service improvements, as the Board of Supervisors voted unanimously today to support the direction and goals of the process....
Sac County Earns State Prohousing Designation
02/03/2023
The California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) today announced that Sacramento County has earned the state’s Prohousing Designation. Sacramento County, along with Placer County and the City of El Cerrito,...
Sac County Earns State Prohousing Designation
02/03/2023
The California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) today announced that Sacramento County has earned the state’s Prohousing Designation. Sacramento County, along with Placer County and the City of El Cerrito...
SMF Launches $1.3 Billion Expansion Project
02/02/2023
The Sacramento County Department of Airports, which operates Sacramento International Airport (SMF), announced on February 1...
Local Assistance Center to Close Wednesday
02/01/2023
The Local Assistance Center located at the Chabolla Community Center in Galt will close at 7 p.m., today, Wednesday, February 1...
Sacramento County’s Dr. Kasirye Receives Award
02/01/2023
Sacramento County Public Health Officer Dr. Olivia Kasirye received a community service award recognizing her leadership and work in the County...
Meet Oscar Oil – Learn How to Recycle Right!
01/25/2023
When used motor oil is poured on the ground or into storm drains, it pollutes our soil and water. Also, when cooking oil is poured down the drain it clogs pipes...
5 Over 50 Award Nominations Now Open
01/24/2023
If you know someone in Sacramento County who does amazing volunteer work and is over 50, you can recognize their efforts by nominating them for...
Weather Respite Sheltering & Reminders
01/23/2023
UPDATE: Jan. 30, 2023The Weather Respite Motel Sheltering and 28th Street Warming Center dates have been extended. The below news release has been updated...
Evacuation Shelter Ends; Weather Respite Resumes
01/19/2023
The last several weeks of extreme weather that brought continuous rain and high winds and caused flooding, dangerous downed trees and power lines...
Keeping Healthy New Year’s Resolutions
01/19/2023
Whether you want to incorporate physical activity, choose to eat more nutritious food, or quit smoking, many people are looking for ways to create healthier habits...
Join Subcommittee To Help Justice-Involved Youth
01/18/2023
Are you interested in an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on justice-involved youth in our community?...
Local Assistance/Disaster Recovery Center Opening
01/18/2023
To support residents and businesses that have suffered disaster-related losses or damages, Sacramento County has opened a Local Assistance Center (LAC)...
Evacuation Warning Lifted
01/17/2023
The Sacramento County Office of Emergency Services is lifting the Evacuation Warning for residents living in the Wilton, Rancho Murieta, Herald and Dillard Road...
Wilton Evacuation Order Lifted, Warning in Place
01/15/2023
The Sacramento County Office of Emergency Services is lifting the Evacuation Order for residents living in the Wilton area ...
Wilton Evacuation Order Lifted, Warning in Place
01/15/2023
The Sacramento County Office of Emergency Services is lifting the Evacuation Order for residents living in the Wilton area, but the warning is still in place...
New Evacuation Order for Wilton
01/14/2023
Sacramento County Office of Emergency Services has issued an Evacuation Order for Wilton Area due to an anticipated rise in the Cosumnes River Levels...
Regional Parks Fee Schedule Update
01/14/2023
The Department of Regional Parks is in the process of updating its Fee Schedule...
SacCounty Issued a New Evacuation Warning
01/14/2023
The Sacramento County Office of Emergency Services is publishing an Evacuation Warning for the Wilton, Rancho Murieta, Herald, Dillard Road and immediate...
All County Parks to Close Due to Expected Winds
01/13/2023
UPDATE: Jan. 24, 2023Watt Ave Access, Gibson Ranch and Cherry Island Sports Park have all re-opened. UPDATE: Jan. 17, 2023The Dry Creek...
SacCounty Shelter/Weather Respite for Unhoused
01/12/2023
Sacramento County has moved its evacuation shelter/weather respite for unhoused guests to Cal Expo (1600 Exposition Blvd., Building 8) as of Thursday, Jan. 12. ...
County Holiday Office Closure Jan. 16
01/12/2023
In observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, most Sacramento County offices will be closed on Monday, Jan. 16....
SacCounty Shelter/Weather Respite for Unhoused
01/10/2023
Sacramento County has moved its evacuation shelter/weather respite for unhoused guests to Ethel Macleod Hart Senior Center (915 27th St, Sacramento) as of Monday, Jan. 9.
How to Report Property Damage From Storms
01/10/2023
Severe storms have caused widespread damage, flooding, and power outages across the Sacramento region. The Sacramento County Office of Emergency Services (OES) needs help from residents who sustained property ...
Chair/Vice Chair Elected; Supervisors Sworn In
01/10/2023
The annual vote to elect a new Chair and Vice Chair of the Board of Supervisors was held Tuesday, Jan. 10. ...
Coroner Releases Identification of Two Individuals
01/09/2023
The Sacramento County Coroner has released the names of two individuals that died due to storm related incidents. Both decedents were unhoused at the time of their death.
First 5 Sacramento Releases $35 Million for Bids
01/09/2023
Over the next four months, the First 5 Sacramento Commission will release over $35 million in funding for contracts that will begin July 2024...
All County Parks to Close Ahead of Upcoming Storm
01/08/2023
All Parks within the Regional Parks system will re-open on Thursday, Jan. 12, with the exception of: Discovery Park Howe Avenue Access
Evacuation Order for Wilton
01/08/2023
The Sacramento County Office of Emergency Services has issued an evacuation order for residents living in the Wilton area, effective immediately.
Media Advisory: Evacuation Warning for Wilton Area
01/08/2023
Beginning at 9:00 a.m., on Sunday, January 8, the Sacramento County Office of Emergency Services is warning those in the Wilton area to leave the area, now.
Orders Lift as Storm Calms, Stay Vigilant
01/06/2023
The Sacramento County Office of Emergency Services is lifting the Evacuation Order for residents living in the Point Pleasant area, the evacuation warning for Glanville Track and Franklin Pond, and
Stay Safe During Storms
01/06/2023
UPDATE Jan. 23, 2023 10:40 a.m. Disaster Assistance Available Residents who suffered losses from the storms should contact their insurance companies first. Insurance delivers the majority of financial help in disasters.
Update on Outreach and Sheltering of Unhoused
01/05/2023
Sacramento County opened a second location to shelter unhoused individuals coming off the American River Parkway due to flooding and park closures.
Board of Supervisors Special Meeting – Jan. 3
01/02/2023
The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors will meet virtually on Tuesday, Jan. 3 for a special meeting...
Media Advisory: Evac Warning for Pt Pleasant West
01/01/2023
The Sacramento County Office of Emergency Services is warning residents living in the areas of Point Pleasant, Glanville Track...
All County Parks to Close Ahead of Upcoming Storm
01/03/2003
UPDATE: Jan. 6, 2023 The PCA Bridge crossing at Lower Sunrise to Sacramento Bar is now CLOSED. In addition to the six parks that remained closed on Jan. 5, the following parks will be closed,
Board Ratifies Winter Storm State of Emergency
01/01/2003
The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors at its special meeting today, in a unanimous vote with those members present..
After a Property Floods
01/01/2003
Flood dangers do not end when the water begins to recede. Only return home if it is safe to do so. Do not attempt to drive past posted road closure barriers...