Politics & Government
With finger pointing blame game over the Elk Grove Zoo cancellation, here is an unbiased analysis of who is at fault
The end of the $300 million project is an embarrassment for Elk Grove Mayor Bobbie Singh-Allen.
Politics & Government
Reports on national, state and local politics with a focus on Elk Grove, California.
Politics & Government
Proposed Elk Grove-Sacramento Zoo comes to an end
The SZS had committed to raising $50 million in cash, and Elk Grove was going to issue $114 million in bonds.
Politics & Government
Could David Hogg's progressive Democratic primary threat spell trouble for Congressman Ami Bera?
The physician-turned-lawmaker was among ten House Democrats who joined Republicans last month in censuring fellow Democrat Rep. Al Green (D-TX)
Politics & Government
With Mayor Singh-Allen's support for Big Tobacco, will Elk Grove pass on seeking youth tobacco prevention grant?
Readers may recall that Mayor Singh-Allen has, on at least two occasions known to the public, accepted campaign cash from Big Tobacco.
Environmental News
Big Oil sponsors dinners and awards receptions for journalists as study reveals $38 trillion in climate damage
In 2023 and 2024, the Western States Petroleum Association (WSPA)sponsored dinners and awards receptions for journalists.
Politics & Government
Old Town Elk Grove senior affordable housing project approved for $4.2 million loan
Construction of the three-level structure is planned to start in February 2026.
Politics & Government
Elk Grove City Council meeting, April 23, 2025
The city council also heard public comment about the abhorrent behavior of a juvenile bicyclist
Politics & Government
Elk Grove City Council to Consider $4.2 Million Loan for Senior Affordable Housing Project
The developer plans to apply for 4% tax credits in May 2025 to help finance the $50.8 million project
Politics & Government
Warning about Elk Grove Zoo construction bonds hidden in city staff Mello Roos refinancing report
Mayor Singh-Allen must proceed cautiously with any large bond issuance, lest her legacy become that of the person who drove the city off a financial cliff.
Politics & Government
Big Oil Shatters Annual Lobbying Spending Records to Attack Climate Justice Policy In California
With the new administration’s commitment to a “Drill, Baby, Drill” agenda, advocates say it is “more important than ever” to expose industry’s influence over California politics and policymakers.
Politics & Government
Possible effects of Trump's tariffs, interest rates might have on Elk Grove's $300 million zoo project
While the former president's economic policy had its share of critics, Biden's policies offered businesses and the economy a degree of orthodoxy.
Politics & Government
One year ago Elk Grove's then finance manager boldly predicted lower interest rates for zoo construction financing
So, if interest rates have dropped, making construction feasible and cheaper, why hasn't the city rushed into issuing the bonds?