Lifestyle
Rural Roots Sunday - The Value of Rural Elk Grove is More Than Open Space
The City of Elk Grove realized long ago the rural area is a link to Elk Grove’s history and heritage
Politics & Government
Reports on national, state and local politics with a focus on Elk Grove, California.
Politics & Government
Elk Grove Vanity Scale: Which Local Politicians Use Facebook for Public Service — and Which Use It for Self-Promotion?
Who is the least vain among them?
Politics & Government
New State Lobbying Firm, Retains Federal Advocate in Unanimous Vote by Elk Grove City Council
Longtime state lobbyist firm 86'ed
Politics & Government
June 24 Elk Grove City Council agenda
Mayor Bobbie Singh-Allen allows only three minutes per person during public comments
Politics & Government
California Legislator Report: How Angelique Ashby, Stephanie Nguyen Voted This Week
Elk Grove's representatives at the State Capitol
Elections
California's Redrawn 6th District Gives Richard Pan a Path, but Kevin Kiley Remains a Formidable Opponent
For Democrats, the most significant number is not Pan's second-place finish - It is the combined Democratic vote
Politics & Government
Elk Grove City Council Unanimously Adopts Climate Compass Plan, Sets Path Toward Carbon Neutrality Goals
City staff estimate implementation of the broader Climate Compass could cost approximately $53 million over five years
Politics & Government
Elk Grove City Council Approves $491 Million FY 2027 Budget, Advances $450 Million Capital Improvement Plan
Local elected official often boost of having a balanced budget, especially during reelection campaigns. However, they rarely tell voters California law requires cities, counties and other local government agencies to adopt a balanced budget before the start of the fiscal year on June 30.
Politics & Government
Elk Grove City Council meeting, June 10, 2026 VIDEO
Elk Grove City Council's June 10 meeting featured FY 2027 budget approval, Climate Compass adoption, and a major rezoning proposal
Politics & Government
Why Thien Ho's Congressional Campaign Failed Despite a Long List of High-Profile Endorsements
This race ultimately demonstrated several enduring realities of American politics
Politics & Government
California Legislative Tracker: Ashby and Nguyen Vote on Key Bills as Budget Deadline Nears
Data compiled by CalMatters.org
Politics & Government
Elk Grove Proposes $491M Budget for Fiscal Year 2027; Boosts Police and Homelessness Spending
Even though local politicians brag about having a balanced budget, state law requires all California cities to implement one by July 1 which is the start of the fiscal year