Politics & Government

Elections

Singh-Allen collects large donation from big-business interest group in Elk Grove mayoral reelection bid

Last week Singh-Allen accepted big money from big tobacco.

Politics & Government

'This isn’t a community forum' - Words of wisdom from a labor thug at a SMART transit forum

As noted, the District56 transit panel discussion had more staff suits than the public in attendance.

Elections

Is the American democratic process dying in Elk Grove - Will unopposed candidates be emboldened?

This year, several local candidates are unopposed in Elk Grove.

Elections

Elk Grove Mayor Bobbie Singh-Allen accepts $2,500 from R.J. Reynolds, producer of harmful tobacco products

More cash from merchants of death.

Politics & Government

'The city of Elk Grove should have followed the law' A.G. Bonta says as Oak Rose housing lawsuit is settled

"They settled with the developer and thought they settled with us," Attorney General Rob Bonta said. "We are not the developer."

Politics & Government

Gov. Newsom, A.G Bonta holding joint news conference today on the Oak Rose fair housing lawsuit against Elk Grove

Given that the statement did not mention a settlement or include Elk Grove officials like Mayor Bobbie Singh-Allen, could be interpreted that the state's lawsuit against the city will continue.

Politics & Government

Free tickets - Can't the Elk Grove Mayor, 3 of her Councilmen spring a few bucks for parking, a comedy show or concert?

Are they skinflints, self-entitled, or more than likely, both? 

Politics & Government

Serving the master, not the people - Why is Elk Grove having their E-Bike Rally workshop on a Tuesday morning?

The event it is held on the first day back to work for most people after a three-day holiday weekend.

Politics & Government

Arguing for a massive pay raise, Elk Grove City Councilman Sergio Robles makes nonsensical plea as he disses wealthy colleague

With the right endorsement from people like his former employer, Congressman Ami Bera (D - Sacramento), which led to a boatload of contributions, you too can win office.

Politics & Government

Sacramento's LowBrau - operator of the city of Elk Grove's loan guaranteed Slow and Low - in financial squeeze, loan default

Slow and Low opened in June and, at the behest of Elk Grove economic development director Darrell Doan, received Elk Grove taxpayer loan guarantees. 

Politics & Government

Exposed by his colleague, Elk Grove City Councilman Rod Brewer intentionally lied during a hearing about his compensation

Elk Grove District 3 City Councilmember Kevin Spease called out statements by his District 2 colleague Rod Brewer that were shown to be patently false.

Politics & Government

After only 5 days Elk Grove City Hall has Coral Blossom apartment project roadside garbage removed

City Hall dispatched a clean-up crew to remove the garbage.