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p4 Tax Reduction Available Going on Vacation?

Sundae Fun Day City Meetings

Host a Pool Party Choose from multiple party package options.

May is Bike Month — Ride for Fun, Fitness, and the Planet!

Spring is here, and there’s no better time to hop on a bike! May is Bike Month, and we’re encouraging Elk Grove residents to ditch the car and ride to work, school, or just for fun on our beautiful trails. Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or just getting started, biking is a great way to stay active, save money on gas, and reduce your carbon footprint.

Purchase a season pass and skip the lines! Daily passes are also available.

Are you ready to make a splash this summer? Elk Grove Aquatics Center Season Opening Saturday, May 24

Join us for: Family Night Swim May 31, June 7, June 28, and July 12!

Want to try something new? Check out Elk Grove’s E-Bike Lending Library. Residents 18 and older can borrow an electric bike or trike for free for up to three weeks.

Visit elkgrove.gov/ebikelibrary to learn more and reserve your ride today.

Get your swim gear ready because the Elk Grove Aquatics Center is gearing up for an unforgettable season opening on Memorial Day weekend. With programs and attractions suitable for all ages and abilities, there’s something for everyone at this state-of-the-art facility. Whether you’re seeking thrilling water slides, a lazy river retreat, or a place to soak up the sun, we’ve got you covered. With group and private swim lessons, lifeguard safety classes, spring and summer camps, and daily water fitness sessions, anyone can learn something new. That’s so cool! Learn more about the Elk Grove Aquatics Center by visiting district56elkgrove.com/aquatics.

Bike to Wherever Day

Join us for Bike to Wherever Day on May15th.

An Energizer Station will be available at District56 from 7:30-9:30am.

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.

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Prepare to Make Your Pitch in Annual Startup Competition

Fridays in the Grove: Country in the Plaza Friday, May 2 | 5-8pm at Old Town Plaza

Pitch Elk Grove is back for its fourth year, offering local entrepreneurs a chance to showcase their startups, gain valuable mentorship, and compete for $20,000 in prize money! This premier pitch competition highlights the region’s most innovative tech startups and reinforces Elk Grove’s role in the Sacramento startup ecosystem. Up to eight finalists will take the stage on September 4, 2025, to pitch their businesses live for a panel of distinguished judges and an engaged audience. Could your startup be the next big winner?

Asian Pacific CultureFest Sunday, May 4 | 10am-3pm at District56 Small Business Resource Expo Monday, May 5 | 11am-3pm at McConnell Estates Winery Fridays in the Grove: Wag N Walk Friday, May 16 | 5-7pm at District56 Latin Dance Night Friday, May 16 | 5-9pm at Old Town Plaza Thriftathon: Urban Reclaim Market Saturday, May 17 | 10am-2pm at Old Town Plaza

Don’t miss your chance to apply!

Sign up to be notified when applications open at: elkgrove.gov/pitchelkgrove.

Big Truck Day Wednesday, May 21 | 10am-2pm at District56 Fridays in the Grove: Party on the Plaza Friday, June 6 | 4-8pm at District56

From Reactive to Proactive: A New Era for Code Enforcement

Saddle Up for a Bike Rodeo!

Saturday, May 30 | Elk Grove Park Kids learn bike safety with activities, safety talks, and bike inspections. Any unsafe helmets will be replaced.

For more information, visit elkgrove.gov/all-events.

Exciting changes are coming to Code Enforcement!

In addition to investigating complaints, the team is hitting the streets year-round to tackle common violations that impact your neighborhoods. Think of it as a neighborhood refresh — addressing concerns like overgrown weeds, storage of junk and rubbish visible from the street, inoperable vehicles, and other public nuisances that impact our quality of life. The overall intent is to keep Elk Grove looking its best.

The goal? Voluntary compliance and education before enforcement. When a violation is identified, property owners will receive an informational notice with clear corrective steps, a reinspection date, and a door hanger listing helpful City resources. No surprises, just solutions! If the issue isn’t resolved, formal enforcement measures — like administrative orders and citations — will follow. By taking this proactive approach, Code Enforcement is making it easier for residents to maintain their properties while keeping Elk Grove safe, clean, and vibrant.

State of the City Address Tuesday, June 10 | 10am at District56 ElkGrove.gov/stateofthecity Fridays in the Grove: Paint at the Preserve Friday, June 20 | 11am-1pm at District56 Latin Dance Night Friday, June 22 | 5-9pm at Old Town Plaza Veterans Resource Faire Saturday, June 21 | 10am-2pm at District56 Creative Space Market Saturday, June 21 | 10am-3pm at Old Town Plaza

Elk Grove Services elkgrove.gov/residents Ask Elk Grove (916) 691-CITY (2489) City Information Line 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 Special Waste Collection Center

Emergency Services

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Fire-Medical-Police Emergency Police Non-Emergency Fire Department (Non-Emergency) 24-Hour Emergency Maintenance (Street Hazards, Flooding, Traffic Signals, Streetlights) Poison Control

(916) 478-2254 (916) 687-3042 (916) 478-2235 (916) 687-3005 (916) 683-8726 (916) 389-7877 (916) 687-3023 (916) 478-2228 911 (916) 714-5115 (916) 405-7100 (916) 687-3005 (800) 222-1222

Utilities

Elk Grove Water District Electricity (SMUD) Gas (PG&E) Recycling and Waste (Republic Services) Sacramento County Water Agency Sacramento Area Sewer District

Things to Do

City of Elk Grove Produced Events Cosumnes Community Services District Parks and Recreation Elk Grove Aquatics Center Explore Elk Grove Senior Center of Elk Grove Teen Center USA Wackford Community & Aquatics Complex

Education

California Northstate University Cosumnes River College Elk Grove Unified School District Sacramento Public Library

(916) 685-3556 (888) 742-7683 (800) 743-5000 (916) 635-2500 (916) 875-7246 (916) 875-6730 elkgrove.gov/all-events (916) 405-5600 (916) 883-2782 exploreelkgrove.com (916) 685-3160 (916) 686-6942 (916) 405-5600 cnsu.edu crc.losrios.edu egusd.net (916) 264-2700

Mobile App for Reporting Citywide Issues Download SeeClickFix • Potholes • Graffiti • Litter

• Streetlight outages • Storm drain issues • Code violations and more!

For the desktop version, visit elkgrove.gov/seeclickfix

Protecting Elk Grove: Fire Department Expands Readiness Efforts A Message from Cosumnes CSD Fire Chief Felipe Rodríguez

The Cosumnes Fire Department has proudly served the Elk Grove community since 1893, protecting residents and businesses through preparedness, prevention, and timely emergency response. Following the devastating January 7, 2025, fires in Los Angeles County, the Department assessed its disaster response capabilities, particularly focusing on fire and water supply. A meeting with local water agencies evaluated water storage capacities, hydrant placement, and inspection procedures. Our assessment confirmed many strengths, including a sufficient water supply, well-placed hydrants, and strategically positioned emergency personnel.

One area for improvement was hydrant inspection frequency, which had been set at every three years. To enhance fire readiness, the Elk Grove Water District will now align with the ISO standard of annual inspections. Thanks to Measure E, we were able to add 15 emergency response personnel and establish Fire Station 77 in 2024, strengthening our ability to serve the community. As Elk Grove continues to grow, the Fire Department will grow responsibly with the community. We encourage all residents to stay informed and prepared by registering their phone numbers with Sacramento County’s Emergency Notification System, Sacramento Alert.

Find more information at sacramentoready.org.

Reduce Fire Risks: Clear Weeds and Debris Before Summer

As temperatures rise, so does the risk of fires — especially in areas where dry weeds and overgrown vegetation can quickly become fuel for flames. Keeping your property clear of dry grass, weeds, and debris not only helps prevent fires but also keeps our neighborhoods clean and safe. Even in the city, vacant lots, sidewalks, alleys, and yards can accumulate overgrown vegetation that pose a fire hazard. Take action now to reduce risks before the peak of fire season.

COSUMNES FIRE DEPARTMENT & ELK GROVE POLICE DEPARTMENT

Here’s how you can help:

• Remove dry weeds and overgrown grass — Keep vegetation trimmed and dispose of clippings properly.

• Clear sidewalks and alleys — Maintain the areas around your home, business, or rental property.

• Keep yards and patios fire-safe – Store flammable items away from buildings and remove dead plants or leaves.

• Report problem areas — If you notice overgrown lots or other fire hazards,

report your concerns on the See Click Fix Elk Grove mobile app or online at elkgrove.gov.

Don’t toss that used oil filter — recycle it! The City of Elk Grove is hosting free oil filter exchange events at O’Reilly Auto Parts (8751 Elk Grove Blvd, Elk Grove, CA 95624) Bring in your used motor oil filter and receive a new one (equal or lesser value, up to $15) for free! (Limit two per household. Restrictions apply.) Recycling used oil filters is an easy way to protect our environment. These filters contain residual oil and metal that can be reclaimed and reused, reducing pollution and waste. Don’t miss this chance to save money and go green! For details visit elkgrove.gov/recyclemyoilfilter. Funded

by CalRecycle and brought to you by the City of Elk Grove.

Free oil filter exchange events: May 17 and June 14 from 10am-1pm.

9am–2pm

ELK GROVE PARK (Rotary Grove Parking Lot)

By taking these simple steps, we can all help protect our homes, businesses, and public spaces.

For more information on local vegetation management efforts, visit cosumnescsd.gov.

Do You Change Your Own Motor Oil?

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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. We encourage all residents to update their bookmarks and saved links to reflect the new ElkGrove. gov web address. 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.

To stay informed about what’s happening in Elk Grove, visit elkgrove.gov and sign up for email updates. By subscribing, you’ll receive the latest city news, event announcements, and important alerts directly to your inbox.

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The Elk Grove City Council meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month at 6 p.m. in Council Chambers at 8400 Laguna Palms Way, unless otherwise noticed. City Council and Planning Commission meetings are livestreamed online and archived on the City’s website at elkgrove.gov/councilmeeting elkgrove.gov/planningcommission Recordings of City Council meeting broadcasts are also available on Metro Cable Channel 14.

Links to all meeting agendas are available at elkgrove.gov/agendas.

Scan code for meeting calendar or visit: elkgrove.gov/agendas

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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.

E G U S D School District Mello-Roos Tax Reduction Available for Seniors or Individuals with Permanent Disabilities

Residents of the Elk Grove Unified School District may be eligible for a 70% reduction on their Mello-Roos property tax assessment (direct levy item #0155).

Who Qualifies?

• The applicant must be at least 65 years of age (as of June 30) or fully disabled • No school-age children have lived in the residence in the previous 24 months • Applies only to primary residence; all other properties are subject to the full tax.

If you rent or live in a mobile home park, your landlord or property manager must confirm that the tax reduction will be passed on to you. The filing period is open through June 30, 2025. Applications can be requested by email at schooltax@egusd.net.

Going on Vacation?

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Apply for a free Residential Vacation Check!

Our Volunteers in Police Services will check your home while you are away, storing any packages that may be delivered until you return.

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