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Some 1.58 million people call Sacramento County home and about a third live in the city of Sacramento. All count on local governments to provide public services, but agencies have a long history of inequitably distributing funding and resources. Politicians elected to represent their neighbors do not always act in ways that reflect interests of their diverse communities.
As CapRadio’s Sacramento Government Reporter, I focus on covering Sacramento City Hall and connecting policy decisions to people’s daily lives. I examine the extent to which local governments in the Sacramento metro area serve all of their diverse communities and report on how agencies can equitably improve people’s quality of life. I also highlight opportunities to and residents who actively shape our local politics.
Got any suggestions or questions about local government in the Sacramento area? Please let me know, because I want my work to serve the community.
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July 2, 2024
A Sacramento County cooling center near the Railyards reached 84% capacity on its first day open this week.
The foreperson said the Sacramento County Grand Jury took issue with the process, but not the raise itself.
June 27, 2024
City staff anticipate community-based organizations could begin applying for Measure L funds in October.
June 25, 2024
The Sacramento Ethics Commission didn’t direct the independent evaluator to further investigate the complaint against Mayor Darrell Steinberg.
June 21, 2024
Since its founding as the California Alliance for Pride and Equality in 1999, Equality California has expanded and grown to become the nation’s largest statewide LGBTQ civil rights organzation.
June 17, 2024
Independently owned and operated businesses along Northgate Boulevard can apply for up to $15,000 for exterior improvements.
June 13, 2024
The LGBTQ+ Historic Experience Project focuses on identifying landmarks in the City of Sacramento, but also references gay bars in West Sacramento and Carmichael.
June 12, 2024
The city will cut contributions to its rainy day savings fund, which is expected to be $64 million below target next year.
June 11, 2024
A San Joaquin County Grand jury report alleges the 209 Times, a website and social media platform, has created a hostile work environment at Stockton City Hall.
June 5, 2024
Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office requested spending roughly $155,000 on new military equipment in the next fiscal year.
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