What is happening in Elk Grove this week, May 19, 2025
 Countdown to Splashdown! Get your swim gear ready because the Elk Grove Aquatics Center is preparing for an unforgettable summer. Recreation swimming opens this Saturday, May 24! With programs and attractions suitable for all ages and abilities, there’s something for everyone at this state-of-the-art facility. Find out more about group and private swim sessions, lifeguard safety classes, spring and summer camps, and daily water fitness classes. Consider yourself invited to Family Swim Night on Saturday, May 31 from 4-8 p.m. for special giveaways and treats to kick off your summer of family fun! |
 Big Trucks Roll in for Annual Event Celebrate National Public Works Week with us at Big Truck Day! This free annual event is returning this Wednesday, May 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at District56. Geared to kids ages 2-6 years, Big Truck Day showcases the staff and vehicles that keep our city running. Get behind the wheel of a city bus, check out cranes, street sweepers, back hoes, tractors, and more. With on-site activities, entertainment, and special photo spaces, your aspiring little crew member will experience a memorable and exciting day. Food available for purchase. |
 Celebrating Building Safety Elk Grove joins communities across the globe in celebrating International Building Safety Day this Thursday, May 22, recognizing the essential role building safety professionals play in keeping our homes, workplaces, and public spaces secure. These professionals ensure that construction in Elk Grove meets modern standards for safety, sustainability, and resilience—helping protect our families, our investments, and our community. From reviewing plans and issuing permits to conducting on-site inspections, building officials are on the front lines of public safety. Their work ensures that everything from your child’s school to your favorite local restaurant is built to last and safe to occupy. As Elk Grove continues to grow, the need for safe, sustainable development has never been greater. Building Safety Month reminds us that well-enforced, modern codes are essential tools in reducing risk and ensuring our community remains a great place to live and work. Please join us in thanking the dedicated professionals who help make Elk Grove safe—today and every day. Learn more. |
 Fresh Produce: New Mid-week Farmers Market Opening Wednesday Join California Correctional Health Care Services for a weekly Farmers Market every Wednesday, beginning this week, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Located just off the local trail at 8280 Longleaf Drive, it’s the perfect midweek excuse to stretch your legs, soak up some sunshine, and support local vendors! |
 More Flashing Yellow Arrows are on the way! You’ve seen them around Elk Grove—now we’re adding even more Flashing Yellow Left Turn Arrows. Locations like Elk Grove-Florin Road & Valley Oak Lane and E. Stockton Blvd. at Marketplace 99. They’ll be activated this spring and summer. When you see a flashing yellow arrow, you can turn left, but only after yielding to oncoming traffic, bikes, and pedestrians. It’s about keeping traffic moving while staying safe. Find the new locations and tips on how to navigate the Flashing Yellow Arrows. |
 Despite Declining Statewide Conditions, Elk Grove Maintains the Best Roads in the Region Data released from the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration’s 2023 Highway Statistics Series reported that California has some of the worst road conditions in the country. View a recent article published in the Elk Grove Citizen But thanks to our Public Works Department, Elk Grove has among the best in the region. Public Works maintains nearly 1,175 lane miles of roadway with over 90 million square feet of pavement. The Pavement Condition Index (PCI) used to classify roads based on their condition rates all streets from 0 to 100 (poor to excellent condition), depending on severity of pavement distress. Elk Grove’s PCI average is 80, which is considered very good — the highest in the region. Elk Grove’s “Fix-it-First” approach of performing mostly preventive maintenance has been proven to extend the life of pavements effectively and is less costly than reconstruction. The Public Works team earned 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) earlier this year. Learn more about the City’s Pavement Management Program at elkgrove.gov/roadmaintenance. |
City Calendar
05/20 Diversity & Inclusion Commission Meeting (6 p.m.)
05/21 Big Truck Day (10 a.m.)
05/21 Disability Advisory Committee Meeting (6 p.m.)
05/22 Trails Committee Special Meeting: Bike Ride Workshop (9 a.m.)
05/24 Capitol Auto Club Hot Rodding 80th Anniversary (8 a.m.)
05/26 City Hall Closed for Memorial Day Holiday
05/26 Memorial Day Service & Walk for Veterans (10 a.m.)
