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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.
Email Kristin Lam
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August 21, 2024
City staff proposed giving 20 dispensary permits to participants in its equity program helping people affected by the war on drugs start cannabis businesses.
Prosecutors, public defenders and child support lawyers want at least the 5.5% pay raise a fact-finding panel recommended.
August 14, 2024
The Missing Middle Housing Interim Ordinance aims to encourage building small apartment buildings in areas previously limited to single-family homes.
August 9, 2024
A judge ruled Camp Resolution residents don’t face immediate harm when the lease for the city-owned property ends.
August 7, 2024
The City of Sacramento and UC Davis committed to funding anti-displacement programs in the Aggie Square Community Benefits Partnership agreement.
July 30, 2024
The Streets for People Active Transportation Plan will aim to help the city reach its climate goal of walking and biking accounting for 12% of trips by 2045.
July 25, 2024
The governor’s executive order encourages local governments to also adopt plans for removing encampments. It comes after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled cities and counties can enforce bans on sleeping outside in public places.
July 24, 2024
The report shows the Sacramento Police Department used military equipment against Black people in 52% of incidents between May 2023 and April 2024.
July 23, 2024
The Sacramento County Grand Jury investigates local public agencies and officials and gives recommendations.
July 19, 2024
City of Sacramento officials said the inspection was scheduled to ensure the safety of Camp Resolution residents and compliance with the lease.
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