Politics & Government

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?

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.

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

Politics & Government

As mandated by the state, Elk Grove adopts balanced fiscal year 2025 budget

The 2025 general fund budget increased by $3.4 million to $92.4 million, with much of that going to additional city hall personnel.

Politics & Government

Criticism directed at Elk Grove mayor, city council over Coral Blossom affordable housing project

Interestingly, the lawsuits against the city by EHG and the attorney general continue to appear on the city council's secret meeting agenda, indicating they have not been resolved.

Politics & Government

Elk Grove City Council meeting - June 26, 2026

Of note, the city council held a 15-minute recess because of technical difficulties.

Politics & Government

Pushing a Deadline - After a two-week delay Elk Grove Mayor, City Council to approve fiscal year 2025 budget

Fiscal year 2025 starts on July 1.

Politics & Government

Bera, Kiley among Sacramento area congress members participating in honor-system expense reimbursement

According to an analysis by the Washington Post, over 300 members were reimbursed $5.8 million last year.

Politics & Government

Are wobbly reviews of an Elk Grove taxpayer subsidized restaurant a bad omen for Mayor's Old Town 'Gaslamp' plans?

While a few reviewers enjoyed the meat offerings, there were some uniform complaints. Notably, many disliked the counter service and mandatory gratuities and complained about the high prices. 

Politics & Government

Elk Grove zoning administrator told Mayor Singh-Allen, city council biased against certain neighborhoods

Ms. Liz Marshall did not hold back on her criticism of Elk Grove Mayor Bobbie Singh-Allen and her handling of the affordable housing project.

Politics & Government

After quitting regional homelessness committee, Elk Grove Mayor Singh-Allen skips most recent regional board meetings

The mayor's resignation from a group dedicated to resolving this pressing issue raises questions about her commitment to local issues.

Politics & Government

Report on Elk Grove's winter homeless shelter to be presented to city council, mayor

Elk Grove elected officials tacitly acknowledged what was an unsettling reality for them - even though the city is a new suburban municipality, after years of rampant growth and benign neglect, it could no longer ignore the city's growing homeless population.