City Manager Update: What’s New in Sacramento

Residents of Sacramento are encouraged to stay engaged with the latest community events and public initiatives. City Manager Maraskeshia Smith provides updates about various happenings across the city, highlighting opportunities for involvement and services available to the public.

Household hazardous waste, including items like batteries and paint, can be disposed of at no cost at the facility located at 8491 Fruitridge Road, which is also open on Saturdays. Additionally, from October 1 to 31, applications will be accepted for the Foster Youth Guaranteed Income Program, which offers eligible participants $900 per month for two years.

Grant applications for community projects along Stockton Boulevard are due by October 2 at 4 p.m., with funding between $5,000 and $20,000 available. Volunteer opportunities also exist at the Blackbird Park Community Garden on October 3, and residents can participate in the Sacramento Police Department’s Female Fitness Challenge on October 4. Lastly, a workshop addressing proposed red-light safety cameras will take place on October 7 at Washington Elementary School.