What is happening in Elk Grove this week, March 31, 2025

Elk Grove Earns top honors in 2025 Outstanding Local Streets and Roads Project Awards  Elk Grove is leading the way in innovative road preservation! The City’s Public Works team earned top honors as the Overall Winner in the 2025 Outstanding Local Streets and Roads Project Awards, presented by the League of California Cities (Cal Cities), County Engineers Association of California (CEAC), and California State Association of Counties (CSAC). Their surface treatment project used cutting-edge, cost-effective techniques to extend pavement life, improve safety, and enhance public access—all while staying on budget and minimizing disruptions. Thanks to their dedication, our streets are safer, smoother, and built to last. Learn more about the City’s Pavement Management Program at elkgrove.gov/roadmaintenance.

Trail Improvements Ahead  Great news for local trail users! Public Works crews will begin maintenance work next week on three popular trails to ensure a smoother, safer experience for walkers, joggers, and cyclists.  EG Creek E/S Trail – From Laguna Blvd (south of Peet’s Coffee) to Emerald Vista Drive EG Creek W/S Trail – From Laguna Blvd (east of Sutter Urgent Care) to Oneto Park Strong Park/East EG Basin Trail – From Hambley Cir to Charolais Way   This work will take place April 7-11 from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, weather permitting. Trails will be closed during work hours but will reopen in sections as each phase is completed.  We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we enhance these beloved community trails.

Back by Popular Demand: Free Compost Giveaway  Our Compost Giveaway is back for round two! Don’t miss this chance to give your garden a boost. Stop by Elk Grove Park (9950 Elk Grove-Florin Road) next weekend between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. April 12 and 13 for this free self-serve event. Bring your own container (buckets, bags, or even a truck bed) and a shovel to load up on free, nutrient-rich compost —your plants will thank you!

Festival Honors a Sweet Treat  Join ARTgrove for the “Day of La Concha” a celebration of Mexican traditional Sweet Breads (Pan Dulce) on Sunday, April 13 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at District56.  “La Concha” looks like a seashell, usually pink, tan or brown. Get your Concha, take some Concha photos, and enjoy a sweet Sunday experience with your friends and family at this free event presented by ARTners and sponsored by the City of Elk Grove.

The City’s Official Website Has a New Home: ElkGrove.gov  Elk Grove has a new digital address! To better align with state regulations for government websites, the City of Elk Grove has transitioned from ElkGroveCity.org to ElkGrove.gov. The Elk Grove Police Department’s website has also moved to the new address and can now be accessed at ElkGrove.gov/police. This change enhances security and makes it easier to recognize official city resources online.  The updated site continues to offer the same essential services including city news and event calendars, pet adoption information, recycling and waste resources, safety updates and more. Update your bookmarks and saved links to reflect the new ElkGrove.gov web address today.

City Calendar

04/03 Planning Commission Meeting (6 p.m.)
04/04 Art Extravaganza & Competition (10 a.m.)
04/04 Elk Grove Music Festival (Noon)
04/04 Sammy’s Spring Splash (1 p.m.)
04/04 First Saturday Art Reception (4 p.m.)
04/09 City Council Meeting (6 p.m.)
04/11 Paws for a Purpose (6 p.m.)
04/12 Free Compost Giveaway (8 a.m.)
04/12 Tire Collection Event at the Special Waste Collection Center April 12-16
04/13 Free Compost Giveaway (8 a.m.)