Politics & Government
Politics & Government
Reports on national, state and local politics with a focus on Elk Grove, California.
Politics & Government
Will the Sacramento Zoological Society be forced to borrow to reach its $50 million for Elk Grove zoo project?
What happens if the SZS is unable to convince corporate sponsors to make large donations and its fundraising efforts fall short?
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Giving the Brown Act the Finger - Like other authoritarian politicians, the Elk Grove Mayor & City Council are demolishing democracy
Thanks to Elk Grove Vice Mayor Rod Brewer, we know that city council decisions about the $300 million taxpayer-funded zoo were made well before this meeting.
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Money goals established for Sacramento Zoo - 'If the money's on the table, I'll know I have a partner. If it isn't, I'll know I don't'
Based on the deadlines, the SZS must transfer at least $12.5 million to the city by October 1
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As mandated by the state, Elk Grove adopts balanced fiscal year 2025 budget
The 2025 general fund budget increased by $3.4 million to $92.4 million, with much of that going to additional city hall personnel.
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Criticism directed at Elk Grove mayor, city council over Coral Blossom affordable housing project
Interestingly, the lawsuits against the city by EHG and the attorney general continue to appear on the city council's secret meeting agenda, indicating they have not been resolved.
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Elk Grove City Council meeting - June 26, 2026
Of note, the city council held a 15-minute recess because of technical difficulties.
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Pushing a Deadline - After a two-week delay Elk Grove Mayor, City Council to approve fiscal year 2025 budget
Fiscal year 2025 starts on July 1.
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Bera, Kiley among Sacramento area congress members participating in honor-system expense reimbursement
According to an analysis by the Washington Post, over 300 members were reimbursed $5.8 million last year.
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Are wobbly reviews of an Elk Grove taxpayer subsidized restaurant a bad omen for Mayor's Old Town 'Gaslamp' plans?
While a few reviewers enjoyed the meat offerings, there were some uniform complaints. Notably, many disliked the counter service and mandatory gratuities and complained about the high prices.
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Elk Grove zoning administrator told Mayor Singh-Allen, city council biased against certain neighborhoods
Ms. Liz Marshall did not hold back on her criticism of Elk Grove Mayor Bobbie Singh-Allen and her handling of the affordable housing project.
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