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The Sacramento County Planning Commission meeting on June 22, 2026, primarily focused on an appeal regarding a temporary use permit for an equestrian facility and updates on significant countywide planning projects.
Planning Director’s Report
Director Smith provided several key updates regarding recent Board of Supervisors actions and upcoming agendas:
- Major Project Approvals: The Board of Supervisors unanimously approve...
The Sacramento Transportation Authority (STA) meeting on June 18, 2026, focused on the adoption of the annual budget, a significant performance audit of Measure A funds, and the advancement of a major toll lane project on Interstate 5.
Measure A Smart Growth Funds and Oversight
A major point of discussion involved Item 5, the strategy for allocating Measure A Smart Growth Funds.
- Allocation Strategy: The Board debated a formula...
The Sacramento Area Flood Control Agency (SAFCA) Board of Directors meeting on June 18, 2026, focused on the adoption of the annual budget, a report on staff vacancies, and the approval of resolutions for property acquisitions related to levee improvements.
Staff Vacancies and Recruitment
The Board reviewed the annual report on staff vacancies, recruitment, and retention as required under AB-2561. Executive Director Jason Campbell ...
The Sacramento Area Sewer District (SacSewer) Board of Directors meeting on June 17, 2026, focused on the adoption of the annual budget, significant ordinance changes, and a long-term strategy to address ongoing board quorum issues.
Fiscal Year 2026-27 Final Budget
The Board unanimously approved (12-0) a $372 million operating budget and a $486 million capital budget.
- Funding and Reserves: District Engineer Christoph Dob...
The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors meeting on June 16, 2026, was highlighted by the unanimous approval of a massive new development in Natomas, a move to reconsider recent budget cuts to public safety, and the adoption of new urban water management plans.
The Upper West Side Specific Plan
The most significant item was the approval of the Upper West Side Specific Plan, a decade-long planning effort for a ~2,066-acre site in ...
The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors meeting on June 10, 2026, was primarily focused on the revision and approval of the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Recommended Budget and the five-year Capital Improvement Plan. The meeting featured a detailed presentation by the County Executive and Chief Fiscal Officer, followed by reports from seven key departments and extensive public testimony.
Fiscal Overview and Challenges
Chief Fiscal Officer...
The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors meeting on June 9, 2026, covered a wide range of topics, including public health updates, significant policy changes regarding behavioral health and homelessness, and new regulations for animal keeping.
Community and Public Health Presentations
The meeting began with an adoptable pet update, featuring a six-month-old dog named Penelope Le Piu from the Bradshaw Animal Shelter. The shelter r...
A community meeting led by Sacramento County Supervisor Rich Desmond to address growing traffic safety concerns, specifically the proliferation of e-bikes and e-scooters. Local law enforcement and park officials provide a "crash course" on the legal distinctions between Class 1, 2, and 3 e-bikes, highlighting that many high-powered models are being operated illegally by minors. The California Highway Patrol emphasizes tha...
The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors meeting on May 19, 2026, covered a broad range of community recognitions, infrastructure planning, and critical governance updates regarding homelessness.
Recognitions and Community Milestones
- Public Health Retirement: The Board honored Dr. Olivia Kasirye upon her retirement as County Health Officer, celebrating her "distinguished career" and steady leadership through the COVID-19 pa...
The Sacramento Transportation Authority convened on May 14, 2026, adopted consent items, and introduced the balanced FY 2026–27 draft budget highlighting a 3.6% sales tax revenue increase, a reduced capital program, and sharply lower CalPERS liability.
Board discussion covered budget resolution flexibilities, strategic planning goals, and upcoming studies on economic development, pavement, and bridges. A public hearing on sta...
The May 21, 2026, meeting of the Sacramento Flood Control Agency (SAFCA) Board of Directors focused on significant funding updates and budgetary planning, notably highlighting that federal allocations for the Natomas Basin Project increased from $80 million to $108 million. Executive Director Jason Campbell presented a $92.3 million proposed budget for fiscal year 2026-27, where approximately 80% of project work is dedicated ...
City and County leaders convene a joint special meeting to introduce CVR Associates' independent assessment of the Sacramento Housing and Redevelopment Agency (SHRA). The review will gather stakeholder input, evaluate public housing, voucher and development programs, and examine governance to identify improvements.
Officials emphasized collaboration, transparency, and the need to modernize SHRA after decades of change. CVR outlined...
The Sacramento County Disaster Council convened to establish a quorum and handle routine business, including adoption of bylaws with minor typographical corrections and the 2026 meeting calendar.
Presentations covered the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan update with public meetings planned in June, the Integrated Preparedness Plan (IPP) process and upcoming workshop to set multi-year training and exercise priorities, and the Fire Safe ...
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