| | | City News | | | March 11th, 2010
In mid-March, the 2010 Census forms are being mailed to residents. Please complete your form as soon as possible and return it in the postage-paid envelope. The goal of the 2010 Census is to count all residents living in the U.S. on April 1, 2010. The results of the census determine which states gain or lose representation in Congress and the amount of state and federal funding local communities receive.
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| March 11th, 2010
The Yolo-Solano Air Quality Management District is partnering with regional clean air organizations on a mower exchange program for local and regional residents. Trade-in those polluting, gas-powered mowers for cordless, rechargeable--and more environmentally-friendly mowers--at a reduced price! The program is easy and convenient, but the limited number of mowers are available on a first-come, first-served basis beginning April 1, 2010. Two sizes of Neuton mowers will be offered--14-inch (for $169) and 19-inch ($269) cut models. Each model is discounted by $230 from the usual retail price, and shipping is free.
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| March 11th, 2010
Thank you for participating in the recent City Restaurant Survey. Use the link below to read the 2009 Restaurant Survey Report. Please contact the Economic Development Division at (916) 617-4535 if you have questions or comments.
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| February 22nd, 2010The Port of West Sacramento has received a grant award from the US Department of Transportation for a Marine Highway in partnership with the Ports of Oakland and Stockton.
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| February 10th, 2010
The City of West Sacramento has temporarily closed a segment of South River Road between Riske Lane and Ballpark Drive, south of Raley Field. The 2,400-foot closure remains in effect until April 2010 to allow utility relocation work as part of the Bridge District Infrastructure Project. A 25 mph traffic detour is available south of Raley Field on Ballpark Drive.
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| February 3rd, 2010
The West Sacramento Area Flood Control Agency (WSAFCA) has received a payment of $1,546,250 from the state of California, under the Early Implementation Levee Improvement Program. The total amount of the state's WSAFCA funding will be $5 million. The City of West Sacramento and WSAFCA are aggressively in pursuit of funding from both state and federal sources to provide a minimum level of 200-year flood protection. The state's first quarter funding award was presented to the City Council, Feb. 3, 2010.
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| January 29th, 2010
Construction continues on the West Capitol Avenue Streetscape Project, between Jefferson Boulevard east to Garden Street. The south sidewalk of West Capitol is the only path of travel for pedestrians. All businesses in the vicinity of construction work are open and accessible. Please drive cautiously and pay attention to traffic/construction signs in the area. Remember, the construction zone speed limit is 25 MPH.
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| January 29th, 2010
West Sacramento residents can request free sand bags at the City Corporation Yard, 1951 South River Rd., Monday thru Friday, 7 a.m.-3:15 p.m. Up to 10 bags available.
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| January 28th, 2010
Up to date with 2010's business-related laws? The West Sacramento Chamber of Commerce and the City of West Sacramento invite you to the ABC's of Business Seminar, TODAY, Jan. 28, 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. at the Hampton Inn & Suites, 800 Stillwater Rd., West Sacramento. Contact the West Sacramento Chamber of Commerce, (916) 371-7042.
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| January 28th, 2010
Celebrate the West Sacramento Recreation Center's first anniversary, TODAY, Jan. 28, 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Food, games, raffles and prizes! The Recreation Center is located at 2801 Jefferson Blvd. (at Higgins Road.)
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| | January 13th, 2010
The dedication ceremony for the new West Sacramento Center of Sacramento City College occurred Jan. 13, 2010 before a large crowd on dignitaries, including administrators with the Los Rios Community College District, Los Riot Community College District trustees, and the West Sacramento City Council. The campus opens for classes on Tuesday, Jan. 19.
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| January 7th, 2010
The public counter hours for the Community Development Department at the City of West Sacramento are 8 a.m.-12 noon, and from 1 p.m.-4 p.m., Mondays through Fridays. The office is located on the second floor of City Hall, 1110 West Capitol Ave.
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| December 21st, 2009
The West Sacramento City Council elected Oscar E. Villegas as Mayor Pro Tem for the next year, effective Dec. 16, 2009. He succeeds Wesley A. Beers, who will continue his term on the City Council.
In addition to Mayor Pro Tem Villegas and Council Member Beers, the current members of the West Sacramento City Council are Mayor Christopher L. Cabaldon, William G. Kristoff, and Mark F. Johannessen.
The next meeting of the West Sacramento CIty Council is Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2010, 7 p.m. at City Hall, 1110 West Capitol Ave.
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| December 18th, 2009
Caltrans is making construction improvements to the Harbor Boulevard interchange crossing U.S. Highway 50 in West Sacramento. The construction area includes Harbor Boulevard from Del Monte Street north to Evergreen Avenue. Businesses on Halyard Drive remain open and can be accessed from either Beacon Boulevard or Enterprise Boulevard. While construction activities will be limited during the winter season, night work and road closures will continue. Remember, slow for cone zone and drive safely near the construction area.
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| December 18th, 2009
City Utilities Maintenance Superintendent Jim Elrod was among the honorees recognized by the City Council during the 22nd year of the "Service Awards" program. Mr. Elrod is saluted for his 40 years of service to West Sacramento during a career that began with the Washington Water Company in 1969. The City Council also honored employees with 10, 15, 20, and 25 years of service, in addition to City staff members who retired during the past year. Pictured, left to right, Mayor Christopher Cabaldon, Council Member Oscar Villegas, Mayor Pro Tem Wes Beers, Jim Elrod, Council Member Bill Kristoff, and Council Member Mark Johannessen.
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