Jan-Feb 2021 / Volume 21 / Issue 1
City of Elk Grove
NEWSLETTER Elk Grove Restaurant Week— Your Passport to Culinary Adventure January 15-24 Sidewalk Talk: Who Is Responsible and How to Maintain Them
Sidewalk maintenance is the responsibility of adjacent property owners,* but the City’s Operations and Maintenance Division is available to help with what could be an intimidating responsibility. Staff is available to inform owners of ways to prevent sidewalk displacements and offer maintenance tips for keeping our sidewalks safe and attractive. Simply call the Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Division, and a representative will come out to inspect your sidewalk and guide you through the best path for repairs, maintenance, or complete removal and replacement. Contact the Public Works O&M Division at (916) 687-3005 to schedule an inspection today. * According to Municipal Code, section 12.05, and California Streets and Highways Code 5610
While we can’t predict when restaurants will be able to fully open, we can count on the amazing flavors, varieties, and aromas our local restaurants can still serve you—and you won’t have to do the dishes! During Elk Grove Restaurant Week, grab your exclusive restaurant week passport to give you access to special deals and a chance to win prizes! Whether in a tent or to-go, support your favorite local restaurant or try something new. Sign up today for your exclusive passport at ExploreElkGrove.com and start your culinary adventure!
INSIDE:
Page 2 • Why Buy Local • It’s not a mirage, Oasis Community Park Is Now Open! • Do You Know Your City?
The Pools are Heating Up for Winter Water Fitness
Splash into your New Year’s health goals by participating in one of several water fitness classes offered at the Elk Grove Aquatics Center. The pools are heated and the instructors are ready to guide you through a low- impact, high-resistance workout. Year-round (as well as seasonal) water fitness classes are offered at the Elk Grove Aquatics Center. Participants must register in advance and follow Sacramento County Public Health Order guidelines. For more information, visit yourcsd.com.
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Page 3 • Committee Spotlight: Disability Advisory Committee • Above and Beyond Award Honoree Collaborates with Elk Grove Police Department • Your Guide to Elk Grove Services Page 4 and 5 • 3 Free Ways to Get Rid of Your Stuff • Erase Food Waste • 2021 Recycling and Green Waste Calendar Page 6 • Recycle Your Trees and Lights • Is Your Waste Getting a Holiday? • Room to Grow: Expanding Your Home to Fill a Need • Protect Yourself and Others
City of Elk Grove NEWSLETTER
CALENDAR AT A GLANCE
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Public meetings continue to be held virtually. City Council and Planning Commission meetings are broadcast live, and all other committee and commission meetings are held using the Zoom platform. Links to all meetings are available at elkgrovecity.org.
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CITY MEETINGS CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY
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City Council January 13, 27; February 10, 24 6 p.m. Arts Commission January 21; February 18 6:30 p.m. Disability Advisory Committee January 20; February 17 6 p.m. Historic Preservation Committee January 11; February 8 6:30 p.m. Diversity and Inclusion Commission January 19; February 16 6 p.m. Planning Commission January 7, 21; February 4, 18 6 p.m. Trails Committee January 18; February 15 6 p.m. Youth Commission January 12; February 9 6 p.m.
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Andrew Flatlands Brewing
Michael MacQue’s BBQ
Committee Spotlight:
Disability Advisory Committee
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Help business owners, employees, and their families on the road to economic recovery by shopping locally. We all prosper when we do business together.
elkgrovecity.org/supportlocal Have a local business you’d like to recognize on our social media channels? Email a photo to socialmedia@elkgrovecity.org and tell us why you’re a fan. We’ll feature new businesses monthly.
It’s not a mirage, Oasis Community Park Is Now Open!
Are you looking for a new outdoor spot to socially distance? Phase one amenities at Oasis Community Park, Elk Grove’s 99th park, are now open. This 20-acre park is located off Whitelock Parkway between Bruceville Road and Big Horn Boulevard. Visitors can enjoy a new pickleball court, tennis court, and dog park with separate areas for small and large dogs. Other amenities at the park will open later in 2021. For more information or a directory of local parks, visit yourcsd.com/parks.
This is subject to change based on County Public Health Orders.
CITY HALL CLOSED FOR THE FOLLOWING HOLIDAYS: New Year’s Day | Friday, January 1 Martin Luther King, Jr., Day | Monday, January 18 Washington’s Birthday | Monday, February 15
DO YOU KNOW YOUR CITY? Ever wonder who to call when you have questions about garbage, water, events, or other city-related issues?
ELK GROVE CITY COUNCIL Mayor Bobbie Singh-Allen bsinghallen@elkgrovecity.org
A new video series explains how the City and many other agencies collaborate to provide you services. Get to know Elk Grove at elkgrovecity.org/knowyourcity.
Vice Mayor Stephanie Nguyen | District 4 snguyen@elkgrovecity.org Councilmember Darren Suen | District 1 dsuen@elkgrovecity.org Councilmember Patrick Hume | District 2 phume@elkgrovecity.org Councilmember Kevin Spease | District 3 kspease@elkgrovecity.org Did you know that City Council meetings can be viewed on Cable Channel 14, and both Council and Planning Commission meetings can be 2 viewed streaming on the City website?
Scan to watch the video series and get to know Elk Grove!
Meetings held 3rd Wednesday of each month 6 p.m. (virtually)
Five volunteers work behind the scenes to help make our city a great place to live, work, and play for Elk Grove’s individuals with disabilities. The Disability Advisory Committee serves as a resource for understanding and interacting with those with special needs and advises the City on various plans and projects on accessibility issues and ideas. Committee meetings are held the third Wednesday of every month at 6 p.m. (currently virtually), and public participation and input is welcome.
Above and Beyond Award Honoree Collaborates with the Elk Grove Police Department Improves safety in interactions between officers and individuals with developmental disabilities
The Disability Advisory Committee, appointed by the Mayor (with approval of the City Council) comprises the following: Ted Clark (Chair), Karen Grussenmeyer (Vice Chair), Steven Capps, Bruce Cager, and Ann Hennessey.
Since 2015, Visions in Motion has been teaching independent living skills to developmentally disabled adults (18 and older) in our community through its adult day program. Effectively communicating with the developmentally disabled by understanding their behavior and how they process things is a skill that the Visions in Motion staff excel at. This skill is also being used to advance public safety by building stronger lines of communication between our disabled community and our Police Department. Through a special training program developed by Visions in Motion in collaboration with the Elk Grove Police Department, Elk Grove’s law enforcement personnel are better equipped to recognize and appropriately respond to individuals with developmental disabilities. For this collaborative effort, Visions in Motion was recognized by the Disability Advisory Committee as going Above and Beyond for individuals with disabilities in our community.
For more information, visit elkgrovecity.org/dac and click on the Commissions and Committees link under the City Hall tab.
ENGAGE Provide Your Input on Priorities for Elk Grove
Every two years the City Council holds a retreat to discuss their goals for the next two years and prioritize projects and efforts to ensure that Elk Grove is heading in the right direction. Provide your thoughts to the Council in advance of this meeting by filling out the survey at elkgrovecity.org/retreat.
YOUR GUIDE TO
To learn more about the Above and Beyond Award, visit elkgrovecity.org/dac.
Elk Grove Services
Ask Elk Grove, City Information Line (916) 691-CITY (2489) TTY/TDD (888) 435-6092 TTY/TDD (California Relay) 711 Popular Services
Affordable Housing Services Animal Services (Pet Licensing & Microchipping) Building Permits City Maintenance e-tran / e-van (bus & paratransit) Renters Helpline/Fair Housing Report a Code Enforcement Violation
(916) 478-2254 (916) 687-3042 (916) 478-2265 (916) 687-3005 (916) 683-8726 (916) 389-7877 (916) 687-3023
Emergency Services
Fire-Medical-Police Emergency 911 Police Non-Emergency (916) 714-5115 Fire Department (Non-Emergency) (916) 405-7100 24-Hour Emergency Maintenance (916) 687-3005 (Street Hazards, Flooding, Traffic Signals, Streetlights)
Poison Control
(800) 222-1222
elkgrovecity.org/residents
Utilities
Elk Grove Water District Electricity (SMUD) Gas (PG&E) Garbage and Recycling (Republic Services) Sacramento County Water Agency Sacramento Area Sewer District
(916) 685-3556 (888) 742-7683 (800) 743-5000 (916) 635-2500 (916) 875-7246 (916) 875-6730
Things to Do
Cosumnes Community Services District (916) 405-5600 Parks and Recreation Elk Grove Aquatics Center (916) 883-2782 Explore Elk Grove exploreelkgrove.com Senior Center of Elk Grove (916) 685-3160 Teen Center USA (916) 686-6942 Wackford Community & Aquatics Complex (916) 405-5600
Education
California Northstate University Cosumnes River College Elk Grove Unified School District Sacramento Public Library
cnsu.edu crc.losrios.edu egusd.net (916) 264-2700
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City of Elk Grove NEWSLETTER
CALENDAR AT A GLANCE
nity mu m
Public meetings continue to be held virtually. City Council and Planning Commission meetings are broadcast live, and all other committee and commission meetings are held using the Zoom platform. Links to all meetings are available at elkgrovecity.org.
Marie Todo Un Poco
s o m o t e Job
CITY MEETINGS CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY
po Sup rt Co Pr
City Council January 13, 27; February 10, 24 6 p.m. Arts Commission January 21; February 18 6:30 p.m. Disability Advisory Committee January 20; February 17 6 p.m. Historic Preservation Committee January 11; February 8 6:30 p.m. Diversity and Inclusion Commission January 19; February 16 6 p.m. Planning Commission January 7, 21; February 4, 18 6 p.m. Trails Committee January 18; February 15 6 p.m. Youth Commission January 12; February 9 6 p.m.
ty Ci
Andrew Flatlands Brewing
Michael MacQue’s BBQ
Committee Spotlight:
Disability Advisory Committee
es ic v r Se Alana Bel Air
Help business owners, employees, and their families on the road to economic recovery by shopping locally. We all prosper when we do business together.
elkgrovecity.org/supportlocal Have a local business you’d like to recognize on our social media channels? Email a photo to socialmedia@elkgrovecity.org and tell us why you’re a fan. We’ll feature new businesses monthly.
It’s not a mirage, Oasis Community Park Is Now Open!
Are you looking for a new outdoor spot to socially distance? Phase one amenities at Oasis Community Park, Elk Grove’s 99th park, are now open. This 20-acre park is located off Whitelock Parkway between Bruceville Road and Big Horn Boulevard. Visitors can enjoy a new pickleball court, tennis court, and dog park with separate areas for small and large dogs. Other amenities at the park will open later in 2021. For more information or a directory of local parks, visit yourcsd.com/parks.
This is subject to change based on County Public Health Orders.
CITY HALL CLOSED FOR THE FOLLOWING HOLIDAYS: New Year’s Day | Friday, January 1 Martin Luther King, Jr., Day | Monday, January 18 Washington’s Birthday | Monday, February 15
DO YOU KNOW YOUR CITY? Ever wonder who to call when you have questions about garbage, water, events, or other city-related issues?
ELK GROVE CITY COUNCIL Mayor Bobbie Singh-Allen bsinghallen@elkgrovecity.org
A new video series explains how the City and many other agencies collaborate to provide you services. Get to know Elk Grove at elkgrovecity.org/knowyourcity.
Vice Mayor Stephanie Nguyen | District 4 snguyen@elkgrovecity.org Councilmember Darren Suen | District 1 dsuen@elkgrovecity.org Councilmember Patrick Hume | District 2 phume@elkgrovecity.org Councilmember Kevin Spease | District 3 kspease@elkgrovecity.org Did you know that City Council meetings can be viewed on Cable Channel 14, and both Council and Planning Commission meetings can be 2 viewed streaming on the City website?
Scan to watch the video series and get to know Elk Grove!
Meetings held 3rd Wednesday of each month 6 p.m. (virtually)
Five volunteers work behind the scenes to help make our city a great place to live, work, and play for Elk Grove’s individuals with disabilities. The Disability Advisory Committee serves as a resource for understanding and interacting with those with special needs and advises the City on various plans and projects on accessibility issues and ideas. Committee meetings are held the third Wednesday of every month at 6 p.m. (currently virtually), and public participation and input is welcome.
Above and Beyond Award Honoree Collaborates with the Elk Grove Police Department Improves safety in interactions between officers and individuals with developmental disabilities
The Disability Advisory Committee, appointed by the Mayor (with approval of the City Council) comprises the following: Ted Clark (Chair), Karen Grussenmeyer (Vice Chair), Steven Capps, Bruce Cager, and Ann Hennessey.
Since 2015, Visions in Motion has been teaching independent living skills to developmentally disabled adults (18 and older) in our community through its adult day program. Effectively communicating with the developmentally disabled by understanding their behavior and how they process things is a skill that the Visions in Motion staff excel at. This skill is also being used to advance public safety by building stronger lines of communication between our disabled community and our Police Department. Through a special training program developed by Visions in Motion in collaboration with the Elk Grove Police Department, Elk Grove’s law enforcement personnel are better equipped to recognize and appropriately respond to individuals with developmental disabilities. For this collaborative effort, Visions in Motion was recognized by the Disability Advisory Committee as going Above and Beyond for individuals with disabilities in our community.
For more information, visit elkgrovecity.org/dac and click on the Commissions and Committees link under the City Hall tab.
ENGAGE Provide Your Input on Priorities for Elk Grove
Every two years the City Council holds a retreat to discuss their goals for the next two years and prioritize projects and efforts to ensure that Elk Grove is heading in the right direction. Provide your thoughts to the Council in advance of this meeting by filling out the survey at elkgrovecity.org/retreat.
YOUR GUIDE TO
To learn more about the Above and Beyond Award, visit elkgrovecity.org/dac.
Elk Grove Services
Ask Elk Grove, City Information Line (916) 691-CITY (2489) TTY/TDD (888) 435-6092 TTY/TDD (California Relay) 711 Popular Services
Affordable Housing Services Animal Services (Pet Licensing & Microchipping) Building Permits City Maintenance e-tran / e-van (bus & paratransit) Renters Helpline/Fair Housing Report a Code Enforcement Violation
(916) 478-2254 (916) 687-3042 (916) 478-2265 (916) 687-3005 (916) 683-8726 (916) 389-7877 (916) 687-3023
Emergency Services
Fire-Medical-Police Emergency 911 Police Non-Emergency (916) 714-5115 Fire Department (Non-Emergency) (916) 405-7100 24-Hour Emergency Maintenance (916) 687-3005 (Street Hazards, Flooding, Traffic Signals, Streetlights)
Poison Control
(800) 222-1222
elkgrovecity.org/residents
Utilities
Elk Grove Water District Electricity (SMUD) Gas (PG&E) Garbage and Recycling (Republic Services) Sacramento County Water Agency Sacramento Area Sewer District
(916) 685-3556 (888) 742-7683 (800) 743-5000 (916) 635-2500 (916) 875-7246 (916) 875-6730
Things to Do
Cosumnes Community Services District (916) 405-5600 Parks and Recreation Elk Grove Aquatics Center (916) 883-2782 Explore Elk Grove exploreelkgrove.com Senior Center of Elk Grove (916) 685-3160 Teen Center USA (916) 686-6942 Wackford Community & Aquatics Complex (916) 405-5600
Education
California Northstate University Cosumnes River College Elk Grove Unified School District Sacramento Public Library
cnsu.edu crc.losrios.edu egusd.net (916) 264-2700
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* Due to the New Year's holiday, carts will not be serviced on 1/1/21. Services will be moved to the next calendar day for subsequent service days.
Your brown trash cart is serviced weekly. The yard waste and mixed recycling carts are serviced every other week, according to this schedule.
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Please use green cart for mixed recycling. Please use gray cart for yard waste.
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Questions? Call 916.635.2500
elkgrovecity.org/recycle
3 Free Ways
TO GET RID OF YOUR STUFF OPTION 1 Free Dump Program Haul your load to the Elder Creek Transfer Station once a year for free. Don’t forget to bring proof of residency with either a utility bill or driver’s license. Elder Creek Transfer Station 8642 Elder Creek Rd. Sacramento, 95828 We are saving resources by not printing a separate “Free Dump Program” card.
OPTION 2 Special Waste Collection Center 9255 Disposal Lane | 916.627.3232 If you have a load that consists solely of recyclable material (concrete, cardboard, yard waste, etc.) consider taking a trip to the Special Waste Collection Center. Drop off is free. Trash is not accepted at the Special Waste Collection Center.
OPTION 3 By Appointment Pick Ups Schedule up to three (3) free bulk waste pick ups per year. For appointments or information on acceptable/prohibited items, placement, and pile size call Republic Services at 916.635.2500 or visit www.elkgrovecity.org/recycle
ERASE FOOD WASTE The beginning of the year is a perfect time for goal setting. One goal we all need to work toward is reducing the amount of food waste that reaches our landfills. Last year, Elk Grove launched its Erase Food Waste campaign, encouraging residents to be mindful of how to shop for, cook, and store food. Those good habits you’ve been developing will serve you well. By 2022, residents and businesses across California will be required to keep food and organic waste separate from other garbage. Changing your food waste habits now will prepare you and our community for achieving our state mandated goal of erasing food waste. The City will continue to provide updates on this state mandate with information to help you work towards our goal. In the meantime, here are some examples of food waste and what should and should not be composted: What counts as food waste? • Extra, expired, or unused food/leftovers • Home-grown fruits and veggies that have fallen off their plants • Food parts like bones, peels, seeds, stems, or cores • Coffee grounds and tea bags What should and should not be composted? COMPOST • Coffee grounds, tea bags, and filters
SET-OUT TIMING Call First Pick ups are always on your regular pickup day and must be scheduled.
916.635.2500 Know the Rules Place items out no more than 24 hours before your appointment date.
DIAL PILE
• Shells, pits, peels, and seeds • Fruits and vegetables DO NOT COMPOST • Dairy products • Fats, greases, lards, or oils • Bones and scraps from meat and fish • Acidic food, like tomatoes or citrus
elkgrovecity.org/recycle
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City of Elk Grove NEWSLETTER
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The City does not discriminate on the basis of disability in admission to, access to, or operations of its programs, services, or activities. Questions, concerns, or complaints may be forwarded to the City’s ADA Coordinator.
Recycle Your Trees
Place your tree curbside next to your green waste container by 6 a.m. during the weeks of December 28 (excluding January 1), January 11, or January 25. All ornaments, lights, tinsel, metal rod supports, and tree stands must be removed. Trees taller than 6 feet must be cut into 3-foot or shorter pieces and placed in your green waste container, ensuring pieces fit completely with the lid closed. Artificial, flocked, or “live” trees with root balls will not be accepted. You can also take your tree of any size, FREE of charge, to either the Special Waste Collection Center (9255 Disposal Lane) or Elder Creek Transfer and Recovery Station (8642 Elder Creek Road).
Recycle Your Lights
Now through January 31, take your broken or unwanted string lights to the following locations: Elk Grove City Hall | 8401 Laguna Palms Way Monday through Friday, 8 am. to 5 p.m. Special Waste Collection Center | 9255 Disposal Lane Sunday through Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. String lights cannot be recycled if placed in your recycle container; place them in the trash container instead. Large lighted holiday decorations such as inflatables and lighted sculptures will only be accepted at the Special Waste Collection Center.
Room to Grow: Expanding Your Home to Fill a Need
Whether it’s to care for a family member or to create rental income, many homeowners are considering residential conversions to add or create a separate living space, known as Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). There is a range of options to add a new ADU, from converting a garage into a new studio to constructing a completely separate detached structure. These spaces are welcomed by the City of Elk Grove as part of our community’s response to the ongoing housing shortage, but there are many things to consider before you start the project. Different rules and requirements apply based on the type of ADU—attached or detached, or existing structure or new construction. The type of unit will specify the maximum size allowable, parking requirements, kitchen requirements, and more. In some cases, the City provides incentives by waiving impact fees or utility and connection costs. To learn more about the City’s code on ADUs, visit elkgrovecity.org/building, or contact Building Safety at (916) 478-2235.
Protect Yourself and Others
For COVID updates and information, visit elkgrovecity.org/coronavirus
Is Your Waste Getting a Holiday? Normal collection services that fall on New Year’s Day will be rescheduled to the following day:
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2021 New Year’s Schedule Normal Service Day: Rescheduled to: Friday, January 1 Saturday, January 2
Wash Your Hands
Wear a Mask
Social Distance
Avoid Gatherings with Other Households