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Before Mayor Singh-Allen builds her fantasy zoo, why not first ensure safe and clear rail crossings in Elk Grove
Starting at 10:30 p.m. on Friday, April 12, the Union Pacific rail crossing on Sheldon Road in “old” Elk Grove was blocked. The train blocked Sheldon Road for at least 90 minutes as of this posting. While the reason for the blocked crossing is unknown, it is a
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When it comes to listening to the voice of the people at the ballot box, Elk Grove Mayor Bobbie Singh-Allen is a hypocrite
In a few weeks, under the supervision and direction of Mayor Bobbie Singh-Allen (pictured above), the city of Elk Grove will embark on a journey that will initially cost over $300 million, with hundreds of millions of taxpayer dollars to follow. We are speaking of the city’s plans to
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New member nominated, appointed to Elk Grove Planning Commission
During last night’s meeting, Mayor Bobbie Singh-Allen, with the city council’s consensus, appointed a new member to the five-person Elk Grove Planning Commission. After hearing from several of the nine candidates seeking the appointment, Singh-Allen selected Mr. Varinder Singh (who is not related to the mayor, pictured above)
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Elk Grove Planning Commission unanimously approves Sacramento Zoo relocation project
With almost no deliberations, the Elk Grove Planning Commission unanimously approved development plans for constructing a new site for the Sacramento Zoo last night. The approval is the first step in the process, leading to the project’s guaranteed approval in the coming weeks by Elk Grove Mayor Bobbie Singh-Allen
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The Bee reports Bad news for Bobbie from Bonta over Elk Grove ‘classism’ and Oak Rose Boondoggle
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Elk Grove News Minute Podcasts – As you read or hear things, remind yourself about the toll booth story
Since the 2008 founding of Elk Grove News, every year, except for 2020 during the pandemic, we have published an April Fools Day story. Over the years, some stories have gone unnoticed, while other generated calls of excitement from Elk Grove officials, and one year a friendly, and we do
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Sacramento Zoo to Elk Grove? Where is the local control by ‘We the people?’
By Connie Conley, Guest Contributor | Recently posted on Elk Grove News was an excerpt from Elk Grove Mayor Bobbie Singh-Allen passionately expounding on the importance of local control. I totally agree which is why, back in 2000, voters decided Elk Grove must become a city so that “We the people”
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Elk Grove News Minute – If Mayor Bobbie Singh-Allen is so certain of zoo support, why not seek validation?
In a few weeks Elk Grove Mayor Bobbie Singh-Allen and the city council will approve the multi-hundred-million-dollar Sacramento Zoo relocation project. Will voters and taxpayers have a say? Listen Time 1 Minute
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If Elk Grove residents get upset about fence regulations, wait until the city starts inspecting garbage cans for organic waste
This weekend, the city of Elk Grove used social media to discuss fence regulations. Although the city’s efforts to communicate information are commendable, they don’t always go as well as intended. Such was the case with fence regulations. The city posted the information on Facebook and Instagram. While
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Elk Grove News Minute Podcast – Voters will not have the chance to approve or deny of the zoo project
On March 22nd, Elk Grove released some long-awaited financing information for the relocation of the Sacrament Zoo. The first phase will cost about 300 million dollars Listen Time 1 Minute
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Dickinson, Walton advance to general election for Sacramento City Council District 2
In a sparsely participated primary election, Roger Dickinson (above left) and Stephen Walton advanced to the November general election for Sacramento City Council District 2. The winner will take the seat vacated by former City Councilmember Sean Loolole, who resigned after being indicted on federal criminal charges. Dickinson came in