Current News
Elk Grove considers giving residents, workers priority for affordable housing
City officials say demand for affordable housing continues to substantially exceed available units
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Elk Grove Councilmember Discovers a 'Hard Pill' Isn’t That Hard!
Elk Grove Councilmember Rod Brewer calls a proposed affordable housing development fee a “hard pill to swallow.” Seconds later, it’s “not that hard,” “modest” and “not going to break the bank.” What a relief to have that settled for everyone. Watch his remarks and decide for yourself. Summary of
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Outside groups trade attacks in Matsui-Vang race, with one on TV and the other in mailboxes
The PAC advertisements also reinforce the candidates’ competing messages
Current News
Guest Commentary: Out-of-State Mailers Amplify Mai Vang’s Misrepresentations
From Matsui campaign manager Mr. Bill Wong
Law and Justice
Elk Grove to double legal contract ahead of police union negotiations
Under city manager Jason Behrmann, Elk Grove has regularly eschewed competitive bidding on large contracts
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Rural Elk Grove residents urge City Council to reject Summer Villas project
Comments made in the context of the proposed Summer Villas project
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What Does Wilton Rancheria Want With Elk Grove’s Failed Zoo Property?
More backroom land dealing?
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What a difference a week makes: Kalshi market flips in Matsui-Vang race
While there has been rightful criticism of prediction markets from many elected officials, short of releasing internal polling data - what better way to gauge voter sentiment
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No outsiders, please: Elk Grove council colleagues put their money behind Robles
Keeping it all in the family!
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e-bike rules adopted by Elk Grove as youth safety concerns grow
The ordinance generally prohibits personal transportation devices on sidewalks unless signs specifically permit them
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Rural Roots Sunday: Just a Hop Field
Things survive out here that cannot survive anywhere else, and you do not always find out what they were for until later.
Elections
Why Did the Elk Grove Police Officers Association Endorse Bobbie Singh-Allen, Kirk Thomson?
Police endorsements carry unusual weight because they imply expertise in public safety
