Board Chambers Meetings

The Sacramento County Planning Commission meeting on June 22, 2026, primarily focused on an appeal regarding a temporary use permit for an equestrian facility and updates on significant countywide planning projects. Planning Director’s Report Director Smith provided several key updates regarding recent Board of Supervisors actions and upcoming agendas: Major Project Approvals: The Board of Supervi...

The Sacramento Transportation Authority (STA) meeting on June 18, 2026, focused on the adoption of the annual budget, a significant performance audit of Measure A funds, and the advancement of a major toll lane project on Interstate 5. Measure A Smart Growth Funds and Oversight A major point of discussion involved Item 5, the strategy for allocating Measure A Smart Growth Funds. Allocation Strateg...

The Sacramento Area Flood Control Agency (SAFCA) Board of Directors meeting on June 18, 2026, focused on the adoption of the annual budget, a report on staff vacancies, and the approval of resolutions for property acquisitions related to levee improvements. Staff Vacancies and Recruitment The Board reviewed the annual report on staff vacancies, recruitment, and retention as required under AB-2561....

The Sacramento Area Sewer District (SacSewer) Board of Directors meeting on June 17, 2026, focused on the adoption of the annual budget, significant ordinance changes, and a long-term strategy to address ongoing board quorum issues. Fiscal Year 2026-27 Final Budget The Board unanimously approved (12-0) a $372 million operating budget and a  $486 million capital budget. Funding and Reserves: Distri...

The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors meeting on June 16, 2026, was highlighted by the unanimous approval of a massive new development in Natomas, a move to reconsider recent budget cuts to public safety, and the adoption of new urban water management plans. The Upper West Side Specific Plan The most significant item was the approval of the Upper West Side Specific Plan, a decade-long plannin...

The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors meeting on June 10, 2026, was primarily focused on the revision and approval of the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Recommended Budget and the five-year Capital Improvement Plan. The meeting featured a detailed presentation by the County Executive and Chief Fiscal Officer, followed by reports from seven key departments and extensive public testimony. Fiscal Overview...

The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors meeting on June 9, 2026, covered a wide range of topics, including public health updates, significant policy changes regarding behavioral health and homelessness, and new regulations for animal keeping. Community and Public Health Presentations The meeting began with an adoptable pet update, featuring a six-month-old dog named Penelope Le Piu from the Bra...

The Sacramento County Planning Commission meeting on June 8, 2026, focused on approving development projects in the Vineyard community, a new disguised wireless facility in Rio Linda, and a comprehensive, decade-in-the-making update to the county's zoning code.   Development and Land Use Approvals The Commission quickly approved two non-contested items in the Vineyard community: Morabi Singh Subdi...

The Sacramento Metropolitan Cable Television Commission meeting on June 4, 2026, was dominated by a pivotal discussion regarding the FY 2026-27 preliminary budget, characterized by the challenge of declining cable franchise revenue and the vital community role of local access channels.   The Fiscal Reality: Declining Revenues Executive Director Sean Ayala reported a 13% year-over-year drop in cabl...

The Sacramento Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCo) meeting held on June 3, 2026, focused on administrative updates, a significant office relocation, and a strategic discussion regarding fire district consolidations in the South Delta.   Administrative Actions and Budget The Commission addressed several routine and administrative matters: Consent Calendar Corrections: The action summary for t...

The June 1, 2026, meeting of the First 5 Sacramento Commission focused on the retirement of a long-standing leader, the graduation of new parent advocates, and the approval of a critical multi-year implementation plan facing significant budget reductions.   Recognition of Commissioner Dr. Olivia Kasirye   The Commission honored Dr. Olivia Kasiryefor her 14 years of service as a commissioner and he...

A community meeting led by Sacramento County Supervisor Rich Desmond to address growing traffic safety concerns, specifically the proliferation of e-bikes and e-scooters. Local law enforcement and park officials provide a "crash course" on the legal distinctions between Class 1, 2, and 3 e-bikes, highlighting that many high-powered models are being operated illegally by minors. The California High...

The May 28, 2026, meeting of the Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality Management District (SMAQMD) focused on fiscal approvals, community-led emission reduction plans, legislative advocacy regarding state budget deficits, and a landmark report on regional air quality.   Fiscal and Administrative Actions   The Board approved the FY 2026-2027 Proposed Budget and Fee Schedule, which includes $49.6 mil...

The Sacramento Public Library Authority Board of Directors met on May 28, 2026, to discuss the upcoming fiscal year budget, major challenges in library collection services, and several community milestones.   Friends of the Sacramento Public Library Update   Devon Graves, Vice President of the Friends of the library, reported a highly successful Big Day of Giving, which raised approximately $120,0...

The May 27, 2026, meeting of the Sacramento Area Sewer District (SacSewer) focused on the completion of a major community infrastructure project, the presentation of the upcoming fiscal year budget, and strategic financial refinancing.   Community-Wide Septic to Sewer Program The Board received a final status update on a multi-year project to convert several disadvantaged communities from septic s...

The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors meeting on May 19, 2026, covered a broad range of community recognitions, infrastructure planning, and critical governance updates regarding homelessness. Recognitions and Community Milestones Public Health Retirement: The Board honored Dr. Olivia Kasirye upon her retirement as County Health Officer, celebrating her "distinguished career" and steady leade...

The Sacramento Transportation Authority convened on May 14, 2026, adopted consent items, and introduced the balanced FY 2026–27 draft budget highlighting a 3.6% sales tax revenue increase, a reduced capital program, and sharply lower CalPERS liability. Board discussion covered budget resolution flexibilities, strategic planning goals, and upcoming studies on economic development, pavement, and bri...

The May 21, 2026, meeting of the Sacramento Flood Control Agency (SAFCA) Board of Directors focused on significant funding updates and budgetary planning, notably highlighting that federal allocations for the Natomas Basin Project increased from $80 million to $108 million.  Executive Director Jason Campbell presented a $92.3 million proposed budget for fiscal year 2026-27, where approximately 80%...

City and County leaders convene a joint special meeting to introduce CVR Associates' independent assessment of the Sacramento Housing and Redevelopment Agency (SHRA). The review will gather stakeholder input, evaluate public housing, voucher and development programs, and examine governance to identify improvements. Officials emphasized collaboration, transparency, and the need to modernize SHRA af...

The Sacramento County Disaster Council convened to establish a quorum and handle routine business, including adoption of bylaws with minor typographical corrections and the 2026 meeting calendar. Presentations covered the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan update with public meetings planned in June, the Integrated Preparedness Plan (IPP) process and upcoming workshop to set multi-year training and exer...

On May 13, 2026, the Sacramento Area Sewer District and the Northern California Sanitation Agency’s Financing Authority held a meeting to address regional utility business. The primary focus of the proceedings was Item One, which involved a proposal to issue 2026 refunding bonds to refinance existing debt from 2010 and 2015. Presenters explained that this financial move would eliminate risks assoc...

The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors meeting on May 12, 2026, featured several significant community recognitions, including $365,000 donation to animal services from the estate of Robert W. Steger and proclamations for Affordable Housing Month and the Iu Mien American 50th anniversary. Administrative actions included approving a $7.5 million budget for an airport parking guidance system and...

The COC board convenes with staff updates, a point-in-time count announcement, and a consent calendar item pulled for discussion about data sharing. City and county leaders present a framework to merge COC functions with local jurisdictions under a single governing body and ask the board to join a planning task force. Board members, service providers, and people with lived experience voice concern...

The Sacramento County Planning Commission meeting covered multiple items: reinstating an automobile repair use at 7128 Kingsley Street, review and recommendations on the FY26-27 Capital Improvement Program, the Vineyard South Mine Expansion (adding 86 acres and extending mining), a continuance request for Gutierrez Properties rezone and parcel map, and a contested Gutierrez Tentative Parcel Map in...

Moderated by the League of Women Voters, four candidates for Sacramento County Supervisor—Flo Cofer, Eric Guerra, Deborah Ortiz, and Tim Riley—give opening statements, answer community-submitted questions, and deliver closing remarks. The forum covers major local issues including housing and greenfield development, homelessness, public health, climate and environmental plans, levee and tree remova...