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Senior deputy leaves Elk Grove city attorney's office after only 7 months
The city of Elk Grove does not disclose reasons for employment separation.
2024 elections
EGUSD school board trustee candidate endorsed by Elk Grove political heavyweight, election influencer
This election influencer was instrumental in the 2022 elections of Rod Brewer and Sergio Robles to the Elk Grove City Council.
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?
Community News
Elk Grove Week at Glance - Week of July 8
* 07/08 Tire Collection Event at the Special Waste Collection Center July 6-10 * 07/09 Sheldon Farms North Community Forum on Zoom (6 p.m.) * 07/10 Sheldon Farms North Community Forum In-Person (6 p.m.) * 07/12 Last Day to Visit the Smithsonian Traveling Exhibit (10 a.m.) * 07/
Politics & Government
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.
Lifestyle
American Food Festivals - This four-day food celebration is in a city known for steel and pickles
Even though the festival is relatively new compared to other festivals having started in 2015, it has quickly gained national stature.
Opinion
Elk Grove News Minute - When it comes to helping low and middle-income families, don’t count on Mayor Singh Allen and her councilmen
The real irony though is politicians like Mayor Bobbie Singh-Allen who bemoaned the loss of local control as they dealt the fair housing lawsuit brought by attorney general rob Bonta, would now have local control to help working families by limiting rent increases.
Opinion
United States of America - Born July 4, 1776. Died July 1, 2024?
The SCOTUS ruled that any president of the United States has immunity from "official" acts, thus opening the door to endless possibilities for any American president to test the limits of their power.
Opinion
Building a Legacy? Mayor Bobbie, You're No William Land
Gone is the philanthropic spirit of William Land, and now the name of the game is to use taxpayer dollars to put Elk Grove on the destination map for political bragging rights.
Politics & Government
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
Podcast
Ya Gotta be Schmittin' Me - Debate blunders and Lies; What the hell is going on in our country?
So, I’m at the gym Sunday morning, getting in some treadmill work, when I look up at the TV screen in front of me. One of the morning political talk shows was airing, and the caption showing the issue being discussed read, “Democrats calling for Biden to step down