What is happening in Elk Grove this week, September 24, 2024
| Why do we need a year-round shelter? The City is planning to open a year-round shelter to provide emergency housing for Elk Grove residents or people with a connection to Elk Grove who are experiencing homelessness. The goal is to offer consistent shelter while providing compassionate care and wrap-around services for up to 35 adults who may be having difficulty securing housing on their own. Consistent shelter is especially critical during extreme weather conditions. Elk Grove joins a number of other cities in the region which offer year-round shelters including Roseville, Woodland, Citrus Heights and the City of Sacramento. Learn more about the City’s plans for a year-round shelter in ElkGrove at elkgrovecity.org/shelter. |
 ¡Feliz Mes de la Herencia Hispana! Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated between September 15 to October 15. During the Month, Americans celebrate those whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central, and South America or the Latinx community. The dates of the month-long celebration are significant in that Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua all celebrate their Independence Day on September 15. Followed by Mexico’s Independence Day on the 16th and Chile’s on the 18th. Día de la Raza, or Native American Day, also falls within this period on October 12th. Learn about local and national Hispanic leaders. |
 Lottery Now Open for New Affordable Housing Units Nearly 700 new, affordable multi-family housing units will soon be move-in ready in Elk Grove. To provide opportunities to those who need it most, the City has partnered with The Lyla and The MOSA Apartments (formerly known as Poppy Grove Apartments) to conduct a lottery to fill these new homes. View the income eligibility requirements, details about each of these beautiful new properties, and sign up for the lottery on the City’s website. The lottery closes at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, October 20. Learn more. |
 Enhancing Internet Connectivity for Residents and Businesses The City adopted the Elk Grove Smart City Strategy in 2022. The goal of the Strategy is to work towards a more connected community, and ensuring broadband connectivity is key to achieving that goal. To ensure that everyone has access to affordable and reliable broadband connectivity, the City is focused on providing infrastructure, access, and literacy. The City has partnered with Digital Ubiquity Capital to explore the expansion of the City’s broadband network. As part of this effort, the City is conducting community surveys to better understand Elk Grove’s connectivity needs, challenges, and future opportunities. You are encouraged to participate in the survey. It takes approximately 10 minutes to complete. Data collected will be used to explore broadband access options and will not be sold. Take the survey. |
 Pedestrian Safety Starts with You September is Pedestrian Safety Month in California. The Elk Grove Police Department would like to remind drivers to slow down and be alert for people walking on our roads. In California, pedestrian deaths make up more than 27 percent of all traffic-related fatalities, highlighting the urgent need for increased awareness and safety measures on our roads. The Elk Grove Police Department offers these tips and reminds everyone to stay off the phone when behind the wheel or walking. Drivers:Do not speed, and slow down at intersections. Be prepared to stop for pedestrians at marked and unmarked crosswalks.Avoid blocking crosswalks while waiting to make a right-hand turn.Never drive impaired.Pedestrians:Be predictable. Use signalized crosswalks where drivers may anticipate foot traffic. Watch for approaching vehicles and practice due care crossing the street. At 30 mph, a driver needs at least 90 feet to stop.Make it easier for drivers to see you at night – consider wearing bright colors, reflective material, or use a flashlight when practical.Be careful crossing streets or entering crosswalks at night or on busier streets with higher speed limits. |
 Are you ready to make some giant pumpkin-sized memories, Elk Grove? For 30 years, Elk Grove Park has transformed into the ultimate autumn celebration, attracting pumpkin enthusiasts from far and wide. Since 1994, the Elk Grove Giant Pumpkin Festival has been a beacon for giant pumpkin growers competing for glory. Learn more about the 2024 Festival. Mark your calendar and roll up your sleeves, and maybe, just maybe, you’ll be the next pumpkin legend. Don’t just hear about it—be a part of Elk Grove’s most cherished tradition. With cash prizes up for grabs, it’s your chance to shine. Join a contest! |
City Calendar
09/25 City Council Meeting (6 p.m.)
09/26 Arts Commission Meeting (6:30 p.m.)
10/02 Coffee with a Cop (10 a.m.)
10/02 Food Truck Mania (5 p.m.)
10/04 Latin Night Market (5 p.m.)
10/05 Tire Collection Event at the Special Waste Collection Center October 5-9
10/05 Elk Grove Giant Pumpkin Festival (10 a.m.)
10/05 First Saturday Art Reception (4 p.m.)
10/06 Elk Grove Giant Pumpkin Festival (10 a.m.)
