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Preparing for Life Beyond High School Saturday, January 27 Wackford Community Complex (9014 Bruceville Road) 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Can your teen balance a checkbook?

Prepare a resume? Do they know where to go to research college scholarship opportunities? These and other life skills will be shared at this FREE event organized by Elk Grove’s Youth Commission.

Help your teen prepare for the world beyond high school by registering today, but hurry, as space is limited. Lunch will be included for all registered participants. Community service hours are available to those who attend.

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To register or for more information, visit www.elkgrovecity.org/youth-commission.

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* Due to the New Year's and Christmas holidays, carts will not be serviced on 1/1/18 or 12/25/18. Services will be moved to the next calendar day for all subsequent service days.

Please use gray cart for yard waste

Think, Shop, GIVE Elk Grove Pet Food Drive Sunday, February 25 | 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Laguna Gateway Shopping Center Petsmart Parking Lot (8215 Laguna Boulevard)

Questions? Call (916) 635-2500 or visit us on the web at: www.elkgrovecity.org/recycle

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NEWSLETTER Five SIMPLE Things You Can Do to Improve Race Relations

“Passports to the Grand Tour” Annual Spring Tea Fundraiser Saturday, March 3 | 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Laguna Town Hall (3020 Renwick Ave)

You don’t need your passport to attend this traditional afternoon tea party!

All that’s needed is a reservation and $40 ($280 for a table of eight). All proceeds benefit the annual Strauss Festival. The party begins at 1 p.m., when you can browse the uniquely decorated tables, vote for your favorite, and sip some wine. At 2 p.m., sit down and relax with old (and new) friends while enjoying tea, food, and entertainment.

For reservations or more information, visit www.straussfestival.com or call the Strauss phone line at 714-2527. Individuals interested in decorating a tea table, please call the phone line or send an email to info@straussfestival.com.

City leaders are committed to working with the community to improve race relations in Elk Grove by promoting the ideals of unity, understanding, and humanity.

Three town hall sessions held in October and November provided opportunities for residents to share their individual experiences and to learn more about how our actions are influenced by our implicit biases. City staff will share the results of a report from those meetings, compiled by the American Leadership Forum, during the January 10 City Council meeting. In the meantime, each of us can do our part to improve race relations today. Here are a few simple things you can do: 1. Share a Smile – Greet one another and extend a simple kindness to those you meet.

2. Practice Mindfulness – Be fully present and aware of your own actions, comments, and behaviors.

3. If You See Something, Say Something – Be proactive about speaking out. Report incidents of hate or racism to authorities so they can be documented and investigated.

4. Invite Someone to Dinner – Share a meal with friends and/or neighbors and learn about a different culture. Share your #DiversityDinner photos with us on Instagram!

5. Teach by Example – Be a positive role model for your friends, family, and others by living a life that exemplifies peace, love, and acceptance for all ethnicities, religions, and lifestyles.

Help local pets (and their families) by donating dog or cat food to the Elk Grove Food Bank and the City’s Animal Services Pet Food Pantry. Your donation will help struggling families keep their pets instead of making the hard choice to surrender or abandon them. Any dog or cat food will be graciously accepted.

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For details, visit www.shopelkgroveca.com.

On “no burn” days when weather conditions can trap smoke near the ground, it is illegal to burn wood, pellets, manufactured logs, or any other solid fuel. Before using your indoor or outdoor fireplace or wood-burning device, residents and businesses within Sacramento County boundaries must check the daily status. Find out whether it’s okay to burn—there are many ways to check: • Call 1-877-NO-BURN-5 (1-877-662-8765) • Follow on Twitter @AQMD • Visit www.AirQuality.org • Download the free Sacramento Region Air Quality app • Sign up to get a daily Air Alert email at www.SpareTheAir.com – input your Sacramento County zip code and check the “Daily Air Quality Forecast” box • Read The Sacramento Bee’s weather page The Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality Management District enforces No Burn days. Violations result in fines. To report a complaint or a suspected violation, call Sac Metro AQMD at 1-800-880-9025.

Bonus Tip…Take a Field Trip!

Become a Unity Activist! Explore the Unity Center at the California Museum in Sacramento. The Center’s interactive multimedia exhibits spotlight leaders in the state’s rich civil rights history and encourage visitors to find common ground while embracing their own individuality through advocacy tools and engaging educational programs.

Visit www.californiamuseum.org for museum hours, admission cost, and more information.

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Page 2 • Protect Yourself from Mail Theft!

• The Voter’s Choice Act—the Latest Change to the Way You Vote • Tire Disposal Days at the Special Waste Collection Center

Check Before You Burn Law Effective through February 28 Sacramento Metropolitan AQMD

Your brown trash cart is serviced weekly. The yard waste and mixed recycling carts are serviced every other week, according to this schedule.

Please use green cart for mixed recycling

about the City of Elk Grove.

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.

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January–February 2018 / Volume 18 / Issue 1

HUMANITY

UNITY UNDERSTANDING Between U & I, there’s no place for hate.

Take the Humanity Pledge at www.elkgrovecity.org/humanity to show your support for tolerance and share why you are joining others in taking a stand against hate.

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Page 3 • Unused Medication Drop-off • Share Your Input!

• Recycle Your Christmas Tree • Recycling your e-waste is Easy!

• Amgen Tour of California RETURNING to Elk Grove this May! Page 4 • New Improved Neighborhood Cleanup Program Page 5 • Recycling & Green Waste Calendar 2018 Page 6 • Shape Your Future • Think, Shop, GIVE Elk Grove Pet Food Drive • “Passports to the Grand Tour” Annual Spring Tea Fundraiser • Check Before You Burn Law

CALENDAR AT A GLANCE

City Council January 10, 24; February 14, 28 6 p.m. City Hall Council Chambers Arts Commission January 18; February 15 6:30 p.m. City Hall – 8380 Building, Suite 100 Disability Advisory Committee January 17; February 21 6 p.m. City Hall Council Chambers Historic Preservation Committee January 8; February 12 6:30 p.m. City Hall Council Chambers Multicultural Committee January 16; February 20 6 p.m. City Hall Council Chambers Planning Commission January 4, 18; February 1, 15 6 p.m. City Hall Council Chambers Trails Committee January 15; February 19 6:00 p.m. City Hall Council Chambers

CITY HOLIDAYS New Year’s Day January 1 – City Hall Closed

Martin Luther King, Jr’s Birthday January 15 – City Hall Closed Washington’s Birthday February 19 – City Hall Closed

EVENTS Farmers Market Saturdays, 8 a.m. to noon Laguna Gateway Shopping Center (at Big Horn Blvd. and Laguna Blvd.) www.california-grown.com Sundays, 9 a.m. to noon Old Town Plaza www.Ilovemyfarmersmarket.com First Saturday Art Reception Saturdays, January 6 and February 3 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. | Elk Grove Fine Arts Center www.elkgrovefineartscenter.org Food Truck Mania Wednesdays, January 3 and February 7 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Old Town Plaza Chamber Recognition and Board Installation Gala Friday, January 12 | 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Falls Event Center www.elkgroveca.com Annual Ball Sunday, February 11 | 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Laguna Town Hall Live music, food, and drink. Semi-formal attire.

Adults Only. www.yourcsd.com

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City of Elk Grove NEWSLETTER

Protect Yourself from Mail Theft!

Don’t be an easy target for mail theft. You can help protect yourself by following these tips from the Elk Grove Police Department: • Place outgoing mail in letter slots inside your Post Office, in the blue collection boxes around town, or hand it to your mail carrier.

• Pick up your mail promptly after delivery.

• Don’t leave mail in your mailbox overnight.

• If you won’t be home for mail delivery and are expecting checks, credit cards, or other negotiable items, ask a trusted friend or neighbor to pick up your mail.

• If you don’t receive a check, W-2 form, or other valuable mail you’re expecting, contact the issuing agency immediately.

• If you change your address, immediately notify the US Postal Service and anyone with whom you do business via the mail.

• Never send cash in the mail.

• Consider joining (or starting) your neighborhood watch program.

By exchanging work and vacation schedules with trusted friends and neighbors, you can watch each other’s mailboxes (as well as homes).

• Consider installing a video surveillance system.

• Sign up for Informed Delivery, a new free service offered by the US Postal Service. You’ll receive digital images of letter-sized mail that will be delivered to your home, visit www.usps.com for details.

• Request a vacation hold (even if it’s just a few days) at a local post office, or just visit www.usps.com.

• Report all suspected mail theft to the Elk Grove Police Department at 714-5115 and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service at 800-275-8777.

The Voter’s Choice Act—the Latest Change to the Way You Vote

The Voter’s Choice Act is the latest change in elections law that’s meant to help make voting easier in our busy lives.

Beginning with the June 2018 Primary Election, you’ll have a variety of choices in the way you cast your vote.

Here’s what to expect: • Every registered voter in the county will receive a ballot in the mail.

• Traditional polling places will be replaced with Vote Centers.

• You can go to ANY Vote Center to drop off your ballot, vote in person, request a replacement ballot, vote using an accessible ballot marking device, receive voting assistance in multiple languages, and register or update your registration.

• At least 16 Vote Centers located throughout the county will open 10 days before Election Day. • An additional 62 Vote Centers will open three days before Election Day. • All 78 Vote Centers will be open on Election Day. • More than 50 vote-by-mail ballot drop boxes will be available throughout the county, starting 28 days before Election Day.

Unused Medication Drop-off Elk Grove Police Station 8400 Laguna Palms Way Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Safely get rid of your unused medications—simply drop them off at the police station.

Medications must be in original containers, and the name of the medication must be visible.

Needles, auto injectors, or other sharps will not be accepted. Service available to Elk Grove residents only.

For more information, visit www.elkgrovecity.org.

Share your input!

Your Input is Vital to the Allocation Conversation

What are your priorities for our City? Your input will help us evaluate and prioritize the services and facilities we need—before the City Council makes important decisions that impact your quality of life. How should we prioritize our public safety services, economic development, infrastructure and transportation systems, parks and facilities, community and senior services, and other community needs? If additional funding is required, let’s explore potential options and solutions together.

Your input is vital to our community conversation— share your thoughts by providing feedback at www.elkgrovecity.org/improveelkgrove.

Questions? Please contact the City’s Public Affairs Office at publicaffairs@elkgrovecity.org.

WHO TO CALL

Recycle Your Christmas Tree

Place your tree curbside next to your green waste container by 6 a.m. during the week of January 2 or January 15.* Recycle your Christmas tree for mulch and other purposes! Here’s how: • Remove trees from stands.

• Remove ornaments, lights, tinsel, and metal rod supports from trees.

OR • Take your tree of any size, free of charge, to either the Special Waste Collection Center (9255 Disposal Lane, Elk Grove) or Elder Creek Transfer and Recovery Station (8642 Elder Creek Road, Sacramento). Artificial, flocked, or “live” trees with root balls are not accepted. * Trees taller than 6 feet must be cut into 3-foot or shorter pieces and placed in your green waste container. Please ensure pieces fit completely with the lid closed.

Recycling your e-waste is Easy!

Many households end up with a collection of old, broken, or outdated electronics. Getting rid of them is easy. The easiest way is by placing your e-waste curbside for pickup through Republic Services. Simply call 635-2500 to schedule your pickup! Other free options include drop off at the Special Waste Collection Center, Kiefer Landfill, or North Area Recovery Station. Schools and other charity organizations may hold local e-waste events, but be aware that only registered charities are authorized to collect your e-waste in Elk Grove. Unauthorized haulers, often a private company or individual, end up selling your waste for a profit. Let’s keep the profits in Elk Grove with a local charity or organization. Or help keep your solid waste rates low by using Republic Services’ e-waste curbside pickup!

For more information, visit www.elkgrovecity.org.

The county is currently in the process of identifying Vote Center locations. The Voter’s Choice Act was signed by Governor Brown in 2016 and approved by the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors in June 2017.

• January 7−10 • February 11−14 Sunday through Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

For more information, call 627-3232 or visit www.elkgrovecity.org/tires.

NEW Improved Program

Amgen Tour of California RETURNING to Elk Grove this May!

Elk Grove gets another star turn on the world stage as we host the Amgen Tour of California on May 17! This year marks our second year as a host city—this time for both men’s and women’s races. Not only is this a chance to watch world class cyclists (across both fields), it’s also an opportunity for Elk Grove, as one of 11 host cities, to bring teams, reporters, fans, and attention from around the world into our very own backyard. There will be many volunteer opportunities and ways for you to help as we prepare to showcase our city. Information about the race and volunteer opportunities, as it becomes available, will be posted at www.elkgrovecity.org/AmgenTOC.

Effective January 1, 2018

As of January 1st, YOUR ANNUAL NEIGHBORHOOD CLEANUP IS NOW BY APPOINTMENT

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By Appointment Pickups: Schedule up to three (3)

free bulk waste pickups. (Starting Jan 1, 2018) Special Waste Collection Center: 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 SWCC. (9255 Disposal Lane, 916-627-3232) 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 state ID card (8642 Elder Creek Rd. Sacramento, 95828

ELK GROVE CITY COUNCIL

To find out more about the Voter’s Choice Act, review election information, or provide feedback on Vote Centers and the recent changes, visit www.elections.saccounty.net.

Tire Disposal Days at the Special Waste Collection Center 9255 Disposal Lane

Ask Elk Grove 916-691-CITY (2489) Fire-Medical-Police Emergency 911 Police Non-Emergency 714-5115 City of Elk Grove 24-Hour 687-3005 Call Number for Street Hazards, Flooding, Traffic Signals, Streetlights, Drainage Problems Abandoned Vehicles (Police) 714-5115 ADA Coordinator 478-2250 Animal Services 687-3042 Building Department 478-2235 Chamber of Commerce 691-3760 City Clerk 478-3635 City Council 478-2201 City Hall 691-2489 City Manager 478-2200 Code Enforcement 687-3023 Cosumnes Community Services District - Administration 405-7150 - Fire Department (Non-Emergency) 405-7100 - Parks and Recreation 405-5300 - Wackford Complex 405-5600 - Emerald Lakes Golf Course 685-4653 Crime Prevention 478-8122 Economic Development 627-3210 Elk Grove Water Service 685-3556 e-tran (bus service) 683-8726 e-van (paratransit service) 683-8726 Food Bank 685-8453 Garbage & Recycling 635-2500 Graffiti Hotline 478-8231 Human Resources 478-2269 Laguna Creek Watershed Council 454-4544 Library 264-2700 Mosquito Control 685-1022 www.fightthebite.net Planning Department 478-2265 Poison Control (800) 222-1222 Police Records Bureau 478-8170 Police Service Center at City Hall 478-8100 Public Works 687-3005 Red Cross 368-3131 Renters Helpline/Fair Housing 389-7877 Risk Management 478-2250 School District 686-5085 Senior Center 685-3160 Sewer Problem 875-6730 Street Sweeping 687-3005 Suicide Prevention 368-3111 Special Waste Collection Center 627-3232 Teen Center 686-6942 TTY/TDD (888) 435-6092 TTY/TDD (California Relay) 711 627-3714 Traffic Bureau (Police) Transit Services Administration 683-8726 Utility Billing 478-3642 Youth Services /Juvenile Diversion 627-3344 Women’s Shelter Crisis Line 920-2952

Mayor Steve Ly SteveLy@elkgrovecity.org Vice Mayor Steven Detrick | District 3 sdetrick@elkgrovecity.org Councilmember Patrick Hume | District 2 phume@elkgrovecity.org Councilmember Darren Suen | District 1 dsuen@elkgrovecity.org Councilmember Stephanie Nguyen | District 4 snguyen@elkgrovecity.org

We are saving resources by not printing a separate “Free Dump Program” card. The program is NOT changing.

Did you know that City Council meetings can be viewed on Cable Channel 14, and both Council and Planning Commission meetings can be viewed streaming on the city website?

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Call Republic Services at (916) 635-2500

Things to know…

Acceptable Items: Trash, recyclables, green waste (including small tree stumps not to exceed 16-inches in diameter and length and lumber/branches under 6-feet long), appliances, bulky items, and e-waste.

Prohibited Items: Household hazardous waste (paint, batteries, fluorescent tubes, etc.), tires, concrete/ dirt/rocks, glass, ammunition, Computer monitors/TV’s that contain cathode ray tubes, and commercial waste.

Pile Size: Must be less than 7’ x 6’ x 4’ or five (5) cubic yards (about the size of the back end of a pickup truck fully loaded). If you have more than 5 cubic yards, please notify Republic Services. A small fee may be assessed for larger piles.

Placement: Please allow for adequate spacing when placing your pile on your curbside. Position your pile away from your solid waste carts, parked vehicles, ditches, storm drains and walkways.

Please do not lean your items against fencing. Do not block vehicle traffic.

Set Out Timing: Material must be out by 6:00am on your scheduled service day, but no sooner than 24 hours before.

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CALENDAR AT A GLANCE

City Council January 10, 24; February 14, 28 6 p.m. City Hall Council Chambers Arts Commission January 18; February 15 6:30 p.m. City Hall – 8380 Building, Suite 100 Disability Advisory Committee January 17; February 21 6 p.m. City Hall Council Chambers Historic Preservation Committee January 8; February 12 6:30 p.m. City Hall Council Chambers Multicultural Committee January 16; February 20 6 p.m. City Hall Council Chambers Planning Commission January 4, 18; February 1, 15 6 p.m. City Hall Council Chambers Trails Committee January 15; February 19 6:00 p.m. City Hall Council Chambers

CITY HOLIDAYS New Year’s Day January 1 – City Hall Closed

Martin Luther King, Jr’s Birthday January 15 – City Hall Closed Washington’s Birthday February 19 – City Hall Closed

EVENTS Farmers Market Saturdays, 8 a.m. to noon Laguna Gateway Shopping Center (at Big Horn Blvd. and Laguna Blvd.) www.california-grown.com Sundays, 9 a.m. to noon Old Town Plaza www.Ilovemyfarmersmarket.com First Saturday Art Reception Saturdays, January 6 and February 3 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. | Elk Grove Fine Arts Center www.elkgrovefineartscenter.org Food Truck Mania Wednesdays, January 3 and February 7 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Old Town Plaza Chamber Recognition and Board Installation Gala Friday, January 12 | 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Falls Event Center www.elkgroveca.com Annual Ball Sunday, February 11 | 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Laguna Town Hall Live music, food, and drink. Semi-formal attire.

Adults Only. www.yourcsd.com

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City of Elk Grove NEWSLETTER

Protect Yourself from Mail Theft!

Don’t be an easy target for mail theft. You can help protect yourself by following these tips from the Elk Grove Police Department: • Place outgoing mail in letter slots inside your Post Office, in the blue collection boxes around town, or hand it to your mail carrier.

• Pick up your mail promptly after delivery.

• Don’t leave mail in your mailbox overnight.

• If you won’t be home for mail delivery and are expecting checks, credit cards, or other negotiable items, ask a trusted friend or neighbor to pick up your mail.

• If you don’t receive a check, W-2 form, or other valuable mail you’re expecting, contact the issuing agency immediately.

• If you change your address, immediately notify the US Postal Service and anyone with whom you do business via the mail.

• Never send cash in the mail.

• Consider joining (or starting) your neighborhood watch program.

By exchanging work and vacation schedules with trusted friends and neighbors, you can watch each other’s mailboxes (as well as homes).

• Consider installing a video surveillance system.

• Sign up for Informed Delivery, a new free service offered by the US Postal Service. You’ll receive digital images of letter-sized mail that will be delivered to your home, visit www.usps.com for details.

• Request a vacation hold (even if it’s just a few days) at a local post office, or just visit www.usps.com.

• Report all suspected mail theft to the Elk Grove Police Department at 714-5115 and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service at 800-275-8777.

The Voter’s Choice Act—the Latest Change to the Way You Vote

The Voter’s Choice Act is the latest change in elections law that’s meant to help make voting easier in our busy lives.

Beginning with the June 2018 Primary Election, you’ll have a variety of choices in the way you cast your vote.

Here’s what to expect: • Every registered voter in the county will receive a ballot in the mail.

• Traditional polling places will be replaced with Vote Centers.

• You can go to ANY Vote Center to drop off your ballot, vote in person, request a replacement ballot, vote using an accessible ballot marking device, receive voting assistance in multiple languages, and register or update your registration.

• At least 16 Vote Centers located throughout the county will open 10 days before Election Day. • An additional 62 Vote Centers will open three days before Election Day. • All 78 Vote Centers will be open on Election Day. • More than 50 vote-by-mail ballot drop boxes will be available throughout the county, starting 28 days before Election Day.

Unused Medication Drop-off Elk Grove Police Station 8400 Laguna Palms Way Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Safely get rid of your unused medications—simply drop them off at the police station.

Medications must be in original containers, and the name of the medication must be visible.

Needles, auto injectors, or other sharps will not be accepted. Service available to Elk Grove residents only.

For more information, visit www.elkgrovecity.org.

Share your input!

Your Input is Vital to the Allocation Conversation

What are your priorities for our City? Your input will help us evaluate and prioritize the services and facilities we need—before the City Council makes important decisions that impact your quality of life. How should we prioritize our public safety services, economic development, infrastructure and transportation systems, parks and facilities, community and senior services, and other community needs? If additional funding is required, let’s explore potential options and solutions together.

Your input is vital to our community conversation— share your thoughts by providing feedback at www.elkgrovecity.org/improveelkgrove.

Questions? Please contact the City’s Public Affairs Office at publicaffairs@elkgrovecity.org.

WHO TO CALL

Recycle Your Christmas Tree

Place your tree curbside next to your green waste container by 6 a.m. during the week of January 2 or January 15.* Recycle your Christmas tree for mulch and other purposes! Here’s how: • Remove trees from stands.

• Remove ornaments, lights, tinsel, and metal rod supports from trees.

OR • Take your tree of any size, free of charge, to either the Special Waste Collection Center (9255 Disposal Lane, Elk Grove) or Elder Creek Transfer and Recovery Station (8642 Elder Creek Road, Sacramento). Artificial, flocked, or “live” trees with root balls are not accepted. * Trees taller than 6 feet must be cut into 3-foot or shorter pieces and placed in your green waste container. Please ensure pieces fit completely with the lid closed.

Recycling your e-waste is Easy!

Many households end up with a collection of old, broken, or outdated electronics. Getting rid of them is easy. The easiest way is by placing your e-waste curbside for pickup through Republic Services. Simply call 635-2500 to schedule your pickup! Other free options include drop off at the Special Waste Collection Center, Kiefer Landfill, or North Area Recovery Station. Schools and other charity organizations may hold local e-waste events, but be aware that only registered charities are authorized to collect your e-waste in Elk Grove. Unauthorized haulers, often a private company or individual, end up selling your waste for a profit. Let’s keep the profits in Elk Grove with a local charity or organization. Or help keep your solid waste rates low by using Republic Services’ e-waste curbside pickup!

For more information, visit www.elkgrovecity.org.

The county is currently in the process of identifying Vote Center locations. The Voter’s Choice Act was signed by Governor Brown in 2016 and approved by the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors in June 2017.

• January 7−10 • February 11−14 Sunday through Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

For more information, call 627-3232 or visit www.elkgrovecity.org/tires.

NEW Improved Program

Amgen Tour of California RETURNING to Elk Grove this May!

Elk Grove gets another star turn on the world stage as we host the Amgen Tour of California on May 17! This year marks our second year as a host city—this time for both men’s and women’s races. Not only is this a chance to watch world class cyclists (across both fields), it’s also an opportunity for Elk Grove, as one of 11 host cities, to bring teams, reporters, fans, and attention from around the world into our very own backyard. There will be many volunteer opportunities and ways for you to help as we prepare to showcase our city. Information about the race and volunteer opportunities, as it becomes available, will be posted at www.elkgrovecity.org/AmgenTOC.

Effective January 1, 2018

As of January 1st, YOUR ANNUAL NEIGHBORHOOD CLEANUP IS NOW BY APPOINTMENT

New Program

Previous Program

•

3 times per year

•

1 time per year

•

Scheduled whenever you want (as long as it’s on your regular trash day)

•

Pre-scheduled for a specific month

•

Notification sent via door hanger 1 week in advance

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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 SWCC. (9255 Disposal Lane, 916-627-3232) 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 state ID card (8642 Elder Creek Rd. Sacramento, 95828

ELK GROVE CITY COUNCIL

To find out more about the Voter’s Choice Act, review election information, or provide feedback on Vote Centers and the recent changes, visit www.elections.saccounty.net.

Tire Disposal Days at the Special Waste Collection Center 9255 Disposal Lane

Ask Elk Grove 916-691-CITY (2489) Fire-Medical-Police Emergency 911 Police Non-Emergency 714-5115 City of Elk Grove 24-Hour 687-3005 Call Number for Street Hazards, Flooding, Traffic Signals, Streetlights, Drainage Problems Abandoned Vehicles (Police) 714-5115 ADA Coordinator 478-2250 Animal Services 687-3042 Building Department 478-2235 Chamber of Commerce 691-3760 City Clerk 478-3635 City Council 478-2201 City Hall 691-2489 City Manager 478-2200 Code Enforcement 687-3023 Cosumnes Community Services District - Administration 405-7150 - Fire Department (Non-Emergency) 405-7100 - Parks and Recreation 405-5300 - Wackford Complex 405-5600 - Emerald Lakes Golf Course 685-4653 Crime Prevention 478-8122 Economic Development 627-3210 Elk Grove Water Service 685-3556 e-tran (bus service) 683-8726 e-van (paratransit service) 683-8726 Food Bank 685-8453 Garbage & Recycling 635-2500 Graffiti Hotline 478-8231 Human Resources 478-2269 Laguna Creek Watershed Council 454-4544 Library 264-2700 Mosquito Control 685-1022 www.fightthebite.net Planning Department 478-2265 Poison Control (800) 222-1222 Police Records Bureau 478-8170 Police Service Center at City Hall 478-8100 Public Works 687-3005 Red Cross 368-3131 Renters Helpline/Fair Housing 389-7877 Risk Management 478-2250 School District 686-5085 Senior Center 685-3160 Sewer Problem 875-6730 Street Sweeping 687-3005 Suicide Prevention 368-3111 Special Waste Collection Center 627-3232 Teen Center 686-6942 TTY/TDD (888) 435-6092 TTY/TDD (California Relay) 711 Traffic Bureau (Police) 627-3714 Transit Services Administration 683-8726 Utility Billing 478-3642 Youth Services /Juvenile Diversion 627-3344 Women’s Shelter Crisis Line 920-2952

Mayor Steve Ly SteveLy@elkgrovecity.org Vice Mayor Steven Detrick | District 3 sdetrick@elkgrovecity.org Councilmember Patrick Hume | District 2 phume@elkgrovecity.org Councilmember Darren Suen | District 1 dsuen@elkgrovecity.org Councilmember Stephanie Nguyen | District 4 snguyen@elkgrovecity.org

We are saving resources by not printing a separate “Free Dump Program” card. The program is NOT changing.

Did you know that City Council meetings can be viewed on Cable Channel 14, and both Council and Planning Commission meetings can be viewed streaming on the city website?

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Want to schedule a pickup?

Call Republic Services at (916) 635-2500

Things to know…

Acceptable Items: Trash, recyclables, green waste (including small tree stumps not to exceed 16-inches in diameter and length and lumber/branches under 6-feet long), appliances, bulky items, and e-waste.

Prohibited Items: Household hazardous waste (paint, batteries, fluorescent tubes, etc.), tires, concrete/ dirt/rocks, glass, ammunition, Computer monitors/TV’s that contain cathode ray tubes, and commercial waste.

Pile Size: Must be less than 7’ x 6’ x 4’ or five (5) cubic yards (about the size of the back end of a pickup truck fully loaded). If you have more than 5 cubic yards, please notify Republic Services. A small fee may be assessed for larger piles.

Placement: Please allow for adequate spacing when placing your pile on your curbside. Position your pile away from your solid waste carts, parked vehicles, ditches, storm drains and walkways.

Please do not lean your items against fencing. Do not block vehicle traffic.

Set Out Timing: Material must be out by 6:00am on your scheduled service day, but no sooner than 24 hours before.

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CALENDAR AT A GLANCE

City Council January 10, 24; February 14, 28 6 p.m. City Hall Council Chambers Arts Commission January 18; February 15 6:30 p.m. City Hall – 8380 Building, Suite 100 Disability Advisory Committee January 17; February 21 6 p.m. City Hall Council Chambers Historic Preservation Committee January 8; February 12 6:30 p.m. City Hall Council Chambers Multicultural Committee January 16; February 20 6 p.m. City Hall Council Chambers Planning Commission January 4, 18; February 1, 15 6 p.m. City Hall Council Chambers Trails Committee January 15; February 19 6:00 p.m. City Hall Council Chambers

CITY HOLIDAYS New Year’s Day January 1 – City Hall Closed

Martin Luther King, Jr’s Birthday January 15 – City Hall Closed Washington’s Birthday February 19 – City Hall Closed

EVENTS Farmers Market Saturdays, 8 a.m. to noon Laguna Gateway Shopping Center (at Big Horn Blvd. and Laguna Blvd.) www.california-grown.com Sundays, 9 a.m. to noon Old Town Plaza www.Ilovemyfarmersmarket.com First Saturday Art Reception Saturdays, January 6 and February 3 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. | Elk Grove Fine Arts Center www.elkgrovefineartscenter.org Food Truck Mania Wednesdays, January 3 and February 7 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Old Town Plaza Chamber Recognition and Board Installation Gala Friday, January 12 | 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Falls Event Center www.elkgroveca.com Annual Ball Sunday, February 11 | 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Laguna Town Hall Live music, food, and drink. Semi-formal attire.

Adults Only. www.yourcsd.com

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City of Elk Grove NEWSLETTER

Protect Yourself from Mail Theft!

Don’t be an easy target for mail theft. You can help protect yourself by following these tips from the Elk Grove Police Department: • Place outgoing mail in letter slots inside your Post Office, in the blue collection boxes around town, or hand it to your mail carrier.

• Pick up your mail promptly after delivery.

• Don’t leave mail in your mailbox overnight.

• If you won’t be home for mail delivery and are expecting checks, credit cards, or other negotiable items, ask a trusted friend or neighbor to pick up your mail.

• If you don’t receive a check, W-2 form, or other valuable mail you’re expecting, contact the issuing agency immediately.

• If you change your address, immediately notify the US Postal Service and anyone with whom you do business via the mail.

• Never send cash in the mail.

• Consider joining (or starting) your neighborhood watch program.

By exchanging work and vacation schedules with trusted friends and neighbors, you can watch each other’s mailboxes (as well as homes).

• Consider installing a video surveillance system.

• Sign up for Informed Delivery, a new free service offered by the US Postal Service. You’ll receive digital images of letter-sized mail that will be delivered to your home, visit www.usps.com for details.

• Request a vacation hold (even if it’s just a few days) at a local post office, or just visit www.usps.com.

• Report all suspected mail theft to the Elk Grove Police Department at 714-5115 and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service at 800-275-8777.

The Voter’s Choice Act—the Latest Change to the Way You Vote

The Voter’s Choice Act is the latest change in elections law that’s meant to help make voting easier in our busy lives.

Beginning with the June 2018 Primary Election, you’ll have a variety of choices in the way you cast your vote.

Here’s what to expect: • Every registered voter in the county will receive a ballot in the mail.

• Traditional polling places will be replaced with Vote Centers.

• You can go to ANY Vote Center to drop off your ballot, vote in person, request a replacement ballot, vote using an accessible ballot marking device, receive voting assistance in multiple languages, and register or update your registration.

• At least 16 Vote Centers located throughout the county will open 10 days before Election Day. • An additional 62 Vote Centers will open three days before Election Day. • All 78 Vote Centers will be open on Election Day. • More than 50 vote-by-mail ballot drop boxes will be available throughout the county, starting 28 days before Election Day.

Unused Medication Drop-off Elk Grove Police Station 8400 Laguna Palms Way Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Safely get rid of your unused medications—simply drop them off at the police station.

Medications must be in original containers, and the name of the medication must be visible.

Needles, auto injectors, or other sharps will not be accepted. Service available to Elk Grove residents only.

For more information, visit www.elkgrovecity.org.

Share your input!

Your Input is Vital to the Allocation Conversation

What are your priorities for our City? Your input will help us evaluate and prioritize the services and facilities we need—before the City Council makes important decisions that impact your quality of life. How should we prioritize our public safety services, economic development, infrastructure and transportation systems, parks and facilities, community and senior services, and other community needs? If additional funding is required, let’s explore potential options and solutions together.

Your input is vital to our community conversation— share your thoughts by providing feedback at www.elkgrovecity.org/improveelkgrove.

Questions? Please contact the City’s Public Affairs Office at publicaffairs@elkgrovecity.org.

WHO TO CALL

Recycle Your Christmas Tree

Place your tree curbside next to your green waste container by 6 a.m. during the week of January 2 or January 15.* Recycle your Christmas tree for mulch and other purposes! Here’s how: • Remove trees from stands.

• Remove ornaments, lights, tinsel, and metal rod supports from trees.

OR • Take your tree of any size, free of charge, to either the Special Waste Collection Center (9255 Disposal Lane, Elk Grove) or Elder Creek Transfer and Recovery Station (8642 Elder Creek Road, Sacramento). Artificial, flocked, or “live” trees with root balls are not accepted. * Trees taller than 6 feet must be cut into 3-foot or shorter pieces and placed in your green waste container. Please ensure pieces fit completely with the lid closed.

Recycling your e-waste is Easy!

Many households end up with a collection of old, broken, or outdated electronics. Getting rid of them is easy. The easiest way is by placing your e-waste curbside for pickup through Republic Services. Simply call 635-2500 to schedule your pickup! Other free options include drop off at the Special Waste Collection Center, Kiefer Landfill, or North Area Recovery Station. Schools and other charity organizations may hold local e-waste events, but be aware that only registered charities are authorized to collect your e-waste in Elk Grove. Unauthorized haulers, often a private company or individual, end up selling your waste for a profit. Let’s keep the profits in Elk Grove with a local charity or organization. Or help keep your solid waste rates low by using Republic Services’ e-waste curbside pickup!

For more information, visit www.elkgrovecity.org.

The county is currently in the process of identifying Vote Center locations. The Voter’s Choice Act was signed by Governor Brown in 2016 and approved by the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors in June 2017.

• January 7−10 • February 11−14 Sunday through Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

For more information, call 627-3232 or visit www.elkgrovecity.org/tires.

NEW Improved Program

Amgen Tour of California RETURNING to Elk Grove this May!

Elk Grove gets another star turn on the world stage as we host the Amgen Tour of California on May 17! This year marks our second year as a host city—this time for both men’s and women’s races. Not only is this a chance to watch world class cyclists (across both fields), it’s also an opportunity for Elk Grove, as one of 11 host cities, to bring teams, reporters, fans, and attention from around the world into our very own backyard. There will be many volunteer opportunities and ways for you to help as we prepare to showcase our city. Information about the race and volunteer opportunities, as it becomes available, will be posted at www.elkgrovecity.org/AmgenTOC.

Effective January 1, 2018

As of January 1st, YOUR ANNUAL NEIGHBORHOOD CLEANUP IS NOW BY APPOINTMENT

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free bulk waste pickups. (Starting Jan 1, 2018) Special Waste Collection Center: 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 SWCC. (9255 Disposal Lane, 916-627-3232) 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 state ID card (8642 Elder Creek Rd. Sacramento, 95828

ELK GROVE CITY COUNCIL

To find out more about the Voter’s Choice Act, review election information, or provide feedback on Vote Centers and the recent changes, visit www.elections.saccounty.net.

Tire Disposal Days at the Special Waste Collection Center 9255 Disposal Lane

Ask Elk Grove 916-691-CITY (2489) Fire-Medical-Police Emergency 911 Police Non-Emergency 714-5115 City of Elk Grove 24-Hour 687-3005 Call Number for Street Hazards, Flooding, Traffic Signals, Streetlights, Drainage Problems Abandoned Vehicles (Police) 714-5115 ADA Coordinator 478-2250 Animal Services 687-3042 Building Department 478-2235 Chamber of Commerce 691-3760 City Clerk 478-3635 City Council 478-2201 City Hall 691-2489 City Manager 478-2200 Code Enforcement 687-3023 Cosumnes Community Services District - Administration 405-7150 - Fire Department (Non-Emergency) 405-7100 - Parks and Recreation 405-5300 - Wackford Complex 405-5600 - Emerald Lakes Golf Course 685-4653 Crime Prevention 478-8122 Economic Development 627-3210 Elk Grove Water Service 685-3556 e-tran (bus service) 683-8726 e-van (paratransit service) 683-8726 Food Bank 685-8453 Garbage & Recycling 635-2500 Graffiti Hotline 478-8231 Human Resources 478-2269 Laguna Creek Watershed Council 454-4544 Library 264-2700 Mosquito Control 685-1022 www.fightthebite.net Planning Department 478-2265 Poison Control (800) 222-1222 Police Records Bureau 478-8170 Police Service Center at City Hall 478-8100 Public Works 687-3005 Red Cross 368-3131 Renters Helpline/Fair Housing 389-7877 Risk Management 478-2250 School District 686-5085 Senior Center 685-3160 Sewer Problem 875-6730 Street Sweeping 687-3005 Suicide Prevention 368-3111 Special Waste Collection Center 627-3232 Teen Center 686-6942 TTY/TDD (888) 435-6092 TTY/TDD (California Relay) 711 Traffic Bureau (Police) 627-3714 Transit Services Administration 683-8726 Utility Billing 478-3642 Youth Services /Juvenile Diversion 627-3344 Women’s Shelter Crisis Line 920-2952

Mayor Steve Ly SteveLy@elkgrovecity.org Vice Mayor Steven Detrick | District 3 sdetrick@elkgrovecity.org Councilmember Patrick Hume | District 2 phume@elkgrovecity.org Councilmember Darren Suen | District 1 dsuen@elkgrovecity.org Councilmember Stephanie Nguyen | District 4 snguyen@elkgrovecity.org

We are saving resources by not printing a separate “Free Dump Program” card. The program is NOT changing.

Did you know that City Council meetings can be viewed on Cable Channel 14, and both Council and Planning Commission meetings can be viewed streaming on the city website?

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REMEMB ER ALONG YO TO BRING UR PRO RESIDENC OF OF Y!

FREE DU

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This progra m entitles El k Grove resid self-haul disp ents to one osal of waste free pe Creek Reco very and Tran r calendar year at the El der sfer Station. up to 5 cubi You may disp c yards ( 7 x ose 6x the size of a pickup truc 4 ) of waste, which is ab ou k bed filled cab. Proof of to the top of t residency* is the required at The Elder th e en tr y gate.

Creek Re covery

and Tran 8642 Elde r Creek Rd sfer Station Watt Avenue and Florin-P Open Mon erkins Road ). day throug h Frid Sat (between S.

Want to schedule a pickup?

Call Republic Services at (916) 635-2500

Things to know…

Acceptable Items: Trash, recyclables, green waste (including small tree stumps not to exceed 16-inches in diameter and length and lumber/branches under 6-feet long), appliances, bulky items, and e-waste.

Prohibited Items: Household hazardous waste (paint, batteries, fluorescent tubes, etc.), tires, concrete/ dirt/rocks, glass, ammunition, Computer monitors/TV’s that contain cathode ray tubes, and commercial waste.

Pile Size: Must be less than 7’ x 6’ x 4’ or five (5) cubic yards (about the size of the back end of a pickup truck fully loaded). If you have more than 5 cubic yards, please notify Republic Services. A small fee may be assessed for larger piles.

Placement: Please allow for adequate spacing when placing your pile on your curbside. Position your pile away from your solid waste carts, parked vehicles, ditches, storm drains and walkways.

Please do not lean your items against fencing. Do not block vehicle traffic.

Set Out Timing: Material must be out by 6:00am on your scheduled service day, but no sooner than 24 hours before.

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Preparing for Life Beyond High School Saturday, January 27 Wackford Community Complex (9014 Bruceville Road) 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Can your teen balance a checkbook?

Prepare a resume? Do they know where to go to research college scholarship opportunities? These and other life skills will be shared at this FREE event organized by Elk Grove’s Youth Commission.

Help your teen prepare for the world beyond high school by registering today, but hurry, as space is limited. Lunch will be included for all registered participants. Community service hours are available to those who attend.

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Please use gray cart for yard waste

Think, Shop, GIVE Elk Grove Pet Food Drive Sunday, February 25 | 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Laguna Gateway Shopping Center Petsmart Parking Lot (8215 Laguna Boulevard)

Questions? Call (916) 635-2500 or visit us on the web at: www.elkgrovecity.org/recycle

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NEWSLETTER Five SIMPLE Things You Can Do to Improve Race Relations

“Passports to the Grand Tour” Annual Spring Tea Fundraiser Saturday, March 3 | 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Laguna Town Hall (3020 Renwick Ave)

You don’t need your passport to attend this traditional afternoon tea party!

All that’s needed is a reservation and $40 ($280 for a table of eight). All proceeds benefit the annual Strauss Festival. The party begins at 1 p.m., when you can browse the uniquely decorated tables, vote for your favorite, and sip some wine. At 2 p.m., sit down and relax with old (and new) friends while enjoying tea, food, and entertainment.

For reservations or more information, visit www.straussfestival.com or call the Strauss phone line at 714-2527. Individuals interested in decorating a tea table, please call the phone line or send an email to info@straussfestival.com.

City leaders are committed to working with the community to improve race relations in Elk Grove by promoting the ideals of unity, understanding, and humanity.

Three town hall sessions held in October and November provided opportunities for residents to share their individual experiences and to learn more about how our actions are influenced by our implicit biases. City staff will share the results of a report from those meetings, compiled by the American Leadership Forum, during the January 10 City Council meeting. In the meantime, each of us can do our part to improve race relations today. Here are a few simple things you can do: 1. Share a Smile – Greet one another and extend a simple kindness to those you meet.

2. Practice Mindfulness – Be fully present and aware of your own actions, comments, and behaviors.

3. If You See Something, Say Something – Be proactive about speaking out. Report incidents of hate or racism to authorities so they can be documented and investigated.

4. Invite Someone to Dinner – Share a meal with friends and/or neighbors and learn about a different culture. Share your #DiversityDinner photos with us on Instagram!

5. Teach by Example – Be a positive role model for your friends, family, and others by living a life that exemplifies peace, love, and acceptance for all ethnicities, religions, and lifestyles.

Help local pets (and their families) by donating dog or cat food to the Elk Grove Food Bank and the City’s Animal Services Pet Food Pantry. Your donation will help struggling families keep their pets instead of making the hard choice to surrender or abandon them. Any dog or cat food will be graciously accepted.

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For details, visit www.shopelkgroveca.com.

On “no burn” days when weather conditions can trap smoke near the ground, it is illegal to burn wood, pellets, manufactured logs, or any other solid fuel. Before using your indoor or outdoor fireplace or wood-burning device, residents and businesses within Sacramento County boundaries must check the daily status. Find out whether it’s okay to burn—there are many ways to check: • Call 1-877-NO-BURN-5 (1-877-662-8765) • Follow on Twitter @AQMD • Visit www.AirQuality.org • Download the free Sacramento Region Air Quality app • Sign up to get a daily Air Alert email at www.SpareTheAir.com – input your Sacramento County zip code and check the “Daily Air Quality Forecast” box • Read The Sacramento Bee’s weather page The Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality Management District enforces No Burn days. Violations result in fines. To report a complaint or a suspected violation, call Sac Metro AQMD at 1-800-880-9025.

Bonus Tip…Take a Field Trip!

Become a Unity Activist! Explore the Unity Center at the California Museum in Sacramento. The Center’s interactive multimedia exhibits spotlight leaders in the state’s rich civil rights history and encourage visitors to find common ground while embracing their own individuality through advocacy tools and engaging educational programs.

Visit www.californiamuseum.org for museum hours, admission cost, and more information.

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Page 2 • Protect Yourself from Mail Theft!

• The Voter’s Choice Act—the Latest Change to the Way You Vote • Tire Disposal Days at the Special Waste Collection Center

Check Before You Burn Law Effective through February 28 Sacramento Metropolitan AQMD

Your brown trash cart is serviced weekly. The yard waste and mixed recycling carts are serviced every other week, according to this schedule.

Please use green cart for mixed recycling

about the City of Elk Grove.

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.

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HUMANITY

UNITY UNDERSTANDING Between U & I, there’s no place for hate.

Take the Humanity Pledge at www.elkgrovecity.org/humanity to show your support for tolerance and share why you are joining others in taking a stand against hate.

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Page 3 • Unused Medication Drop-off • Share Your Input!

• Recycle Your Christmas Tree • Recycling your e-waste is Easy!

• Amgen Tour of California RETURNING to Elk Grove this May! Page 4 • New Improved Neighborhood Cleanup Program Page 5 • Recycling & Green Waste Calendar 2018 Page 6 • Shape Your Future • Think, Shop, GIVE Elk Grove Pet Food Drive • “Passports to the Grand Tour” Annual Spring Tea Fundraiser • Check Before You Burn Law

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Preparing for Life Beyond High School Saturday, January 27 Wackford Community Complex (9014 Bruceville Road) 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Can your teen balance a checkbook?

Prepare a resume? Do they know where to go to research college scholarship opportunities? These and other life skills will be shared at this FREE event organized by Elk Grove’s Youth Commission.

Help your teen prepare for the world beyond high school by registering today, but hurry, as space is limited. Lunch will be included for all registered participants. Community service hours are available to those who attend.

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To register or for more information, visit www.elkgrovecity.org/youth-commission.

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* Due to the New Year's and Christmas holidays, carts will not be serviced on 1/1/18 or 12/25/18. Services will be moved to the next calendar day for all subsequent service days.

Please use gray cart for yard waste

Think, Shop, GIVE Elk Grove Pet Food Drive Sunday, February 25 | 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Laguna Gateway Shopping Center Petsmart Parking Lot (8215 Laguna Boulevard)

Questions? Call (916) 635-2500 or visit us on the web at: www.elkgrovecity.org/recycle

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NEWSLETTER Five SIMPLE Things You Can Do to Improve Race Relations

“Passports to the Grand Tour” Annual Spring Tea Fundraiser Saturday, March 3 | 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Laguna Town Hall (3020 Renwick Ave)

You don’t need your passport to attend this traditional afternoon tea party!

All that’s needed is a reservation and $40 ($280 for a table of eight). All proceeds benefit the annual Strauss Festival. The party begins at 1 p.m., when you can browse the uniquely decorated tables, vote for your favorite, and sip some wine. At 2 p.m., sit down and relax with old (and new) friends while enjoying tea, food, and entertainment.

For reservations or more information, visit www.straussfestival.com or call the Strauss phone line at 714-2527. Individuals interested in decorating a tea table, please call the phone line or send an email to info@straussfestival.com.

City leaders are committed to working with the community to improve race relations in Elk Grove by promoting the ideals of unity, understanding, and humanity.

Three town hall sessions held in October and November provided opportunities for residents to share their individual experiences and to learn more about how our actions are influenced by our implicit biases. City staff will share the results of a report from those meetings, compiled by the American Leadership Forum, during the January 10 City Council meeting. In the meantime, each of us can do our part to improve race relations today. Here are a few simple things you can do: 1. Share a Smile – Greet one another and extend a simple kindness to those you meet.

2. Practice Mindfulness – Be fully present and aware of your own actions, comments, and behaviors.

3. If You See Something, Say Something – Be proactive about speaking out. Report incidents of hate or racism to authorities so they can be documented and investigated.

4. Invite Someone to Dinner – Share a meal with friends and/or neighbors and learn about a different culture. Share your #DiversityDinner photos with us on Instagram!

5. Teach by Example – Be a positive role model for your friends, family, and others by living a life that exemplifies peace, love, and acceptance for all ethnicities, religions, and lifestyles.

Help local pets (and their families) by donating dog or cat food to the Elk Grove Food Bank and the City’s Animal Services Pet Food Pantry. Your donation will help struggling families keep their pets instead of making the hard choice to surrender or abandon them. Any dog or cat food will be graciously accepted.

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For details, visit www.shopelkgroveca.com.

On “no burn” days when weather conditions can trap smoke near the ground, it is illegal to burn wood, pellets, manufactured logs, or any other solid fuel. Before using your indoor or outdoor fireplace or wood-burning device, residents and businesses within Sacramento County boundaries must check the daily status. Find out whether it’s okay to burn—there are many ways to check: • Call 1-877-NO-BURN-5 (1-877-662-8765) • Follow on Twitter @AQMD • Visit www.AirQuality.org • Download the free Sacramento Region Air Quality app • Sign up to get a daily Air Alert email at www.SpareTheAir.com – input your Sacramento County zip code and check the “Daily Air Quality Forecast” box • Read The Sacramento Bee’s weather page The Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality Management District enforces No Burn days. Violations result in fines. To report a complaint or a suspected violation, call Sac Metro AQMD at 1-800-880-9025.

Bonus Tip…Take a Field Trip!

Become a Unity Activist! Explore the Unity Center at the California Museum in Sacramento. The Center’s interactive multimedia exhibits spotlight leaders in the state’s rich civil rights history and encourage visitors to find common ground while embracing their own individuality through advocacy tools and engaging educational programs.

Visit www.californiamuseum.org for museum hours, admission cost, and more information.

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Page 2 • Protect Yourself from Mail Theft!

• The Voter’s Choice Act—the Latest Change to the Way You Vote • Tire Disposal Days at the Special Waste Collection Center

Check Before You Burn Law Effective through February 28 Sacramento Metropolitan AQMD

Your brown trash cart is serviced weekly. The yard waste and mixed recycling carts are serviced every other week, according to this schedule.

Please use green cart for mixed recycling

about the City of Elk Grove.

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.

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January–February 2018 / Volume 18 / Issue 1

HUMANITY

UNITY UNDERSTANDING Between U & I, there’s no place for hate.

Take the Humanity Pledge at www.elkgrovecity.org/humanity to show your support for tolerance and share why you are joining others in taking a stand against hate.

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Page 3 • Unused Medication Drop-off • Share Your Input!

• Recycle Your Christmas Tree • Recycling your e-waste is Easy!

• Amgen Tour of California RETURNING to Elk Grove this May! Page 4 • New Improved Neighborhood Cleanup Program Page 5 • Recycling & Green Waste Calendar 2018 Page 6 • Shape Your Future • Think, Shop, GIVE Elk Grove Pet Food Drive • “Passports to the Grand Tour” Annual Spring Tea Fundraiser • Check Before You Burn Law