What is happening this week in Elk Grove?
| Conquering Cracks and Maintaining Roadways The annual citywide crack sealing operation gets underway next week. Crack sealing is the most common preventive maintenance pavement treatment to fill cracks greater than 1/8”. Crack sealing extends the life of the pavement by up to 7 years and is one of the most cost-effective treatments used to keep a road in good driving condition. Roads won’t be closed for this treatment, but there could be delays. Slow for crews working at these locations from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.*Monday, 2/6: Waterman Rd from Elk Grove Blvd to Mainline Drive Tuesday, 2/7: Grant Line Rd from HWY 99 to Waterman Road Wednesday, 2/8: Grant Line Rd from Bradshaw Road to Bond RoadThursday, 2/9: Bradshaw Rd from Grant Line Road to Bond RoadFriday, 2/10: Elk Grove Blvd from Elk Grove Florin Road to School Street Friday, 2/10: Elk Grove Blvd from Waterman Road to Grant Line Road * Work may be rescheduled in inclement weather. |
 What are potential strategies we could use to keep Elk Grove safe? Violent and property crimes have risen in Elk Grove, and the local Fire Department medical emergency response times are above the national standard. With the recent passage of Measure E, the City and District are looking to enhance existing programs and explore new strategies to address public safety. Join Chief of Police Bobby Davis, Cosumnes Fire Department Fire Chief Felipe Rodriguez, and staff to discuss and explore potential public safety solutions that could be supported by Measure E funds next Tuesday, February 7 and make your voice heard. This is part of a series of Measure E conversations and will begin at 6 p.m. at District56 (8230 Civic Center Drive). No registration is required. Learn more |
 Tax Help for Seniors The City is pleased to partner with AARP to host its annual tax preparation for seniors program. The program is available by appointment at the Elk Grove Aquatics Center (9701 Big Horn Blvd) on Tuesdays and Thursdays and at the Senior Center of Elk Grove inside The Center at District56 (8230 Civic Center Drive) on Fridays through April 15. Book your tax appointment online at ca41taxaide.org or by calling (916) 498-1000. |
 Did you Receive an Oops Tag from Republic Services? Elk Grove neighborhoods are being visited at random on collection day to evaluate how residents are doing with sorting their trash. This effort is part of a statewide education and enforcement response to organic waste recycling laws. If your cart had items that were incorrectly sorted, you may have received one of these tags. These notes are meant to help educate residents before enforcement requires other penalties. To learn more on the proper sorting for trash, recycling and organic waste, use the City’s Look-up Tool. |
 There’s funding for non-profits. We’re accepting applications. The City of Elk Grove is accepting applications for four City grant programs for programs and activities taking place from July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024. Nonprofit organizations may apply for funding to support a variety of programming ranging from event sponsorship, community service programs that benefit low-income Elk Grove residents, public service activities, housing programs, and public facility improvements. To learn more about and/or apply for any of the City’s nonprofit grant programs please visit elkgrovecity.org/grants. |
 Nominate a humble hero for the Mayor’s Volunteer Awards Volunteers in our City help create a long‐lasting and positive impact on our quality of life. Let’s recognize those dedicated individuals, businesses, and organizations! Nominate that exception someone you know for the 2023 Mayor’s Volunteer awards. Nominations are being accepted in several categories: Residents, Neighborhoods & Community Groups; Social & Community Services; Arts, Culture & Heritage; Children & Youth Support; Sports & Recreation and Young Volunteer of the Year. Submit your nomination online before March 10. |
| City Calendar 02/01 Food Truck Mania (5 p.m.) 02/04 First Saturday Art Reception (4 p.m.) 02/05 Tire Collection Event February 5-8 02/07 Measure E Engagement Session: Reducing Crime (6 p.m.) 02/08 City Council Meeting (6 p.m.) |
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