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Everyday, our region’s counties and cities are taking actions to make this the best place to work, live, and play. We will share our member city and county milestones here, along with our own regional news and blog posts.
Finding Strength in Partnership with Community-Based Organizations
More than 4,000 survey responses gained through outreach efforts with CBO partners
Embracing the collaborative vision of the 2025 Blueprint, SACOG recently wrapped up the Community-Based Organization (CBO) Grant Program, an effort designed to gain new perspectives that will shape the future of the six-county region.
Bringing Brilliance Back to Broadway
Construction on the Broadway Complete Streets Project begins
Officials broke ground on the Broadway Complete Streets Project in the City of Sacramento on August 16, 2023. The transformative project will reduce the busy four-lane commuter bypass to a pleasant two-lane road with shared spaces for bikes, scooters, transit riders, and pedestrians. Broadway will look like a much different corridor once construction is complete.
Driving Regional Change as SACOG’s Blueprint Program Manager
Zach Miller, AICP joins SACOG to begin working on Blueprint planning and implementation
SACOG is excited to introduce Zach Miller, AICP, a planning professional who brings a wealth of experience and enthusiasm to his role at SACOG as the Blueprint program manager. With a career encompassing experience in environmental planning, transportation planning, and land use planning, Miller’s journey is one that exemplifies dedication to fostering positive regional change.
SACOG Presents the 2025 Blueprint Workshop Report
There is lots to love about the Sacramento region, and many challenges ahead.
SACOG has analyzed responses shared by Blueprint Workshop attendees and has compiled a report of what was heard. SACOG will use the feedback to help shape the 2025 Blueprint.
California Department of Housing and Community Development Announces REAP 2.0 Awards
And Green Means Go receives national recognition
The California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) announced the approval of $352 million in the first round of Regional Early Action Planning (REAP) 2.0 grants.
State Sees Historic Transit Investment Amid Budget Shortfalls
$5.1 billion will be coming to local transportation agencies for operations and capital improvements
Part of the $310 billion 2023-24 California budget includes a historic investment in public transportation designed to be flexible for agencies impacted by declining ridership fueled by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Celebrating Five Years of SACOG’s Youth Leadership Academy
More than 200 dedicated young leaders have participated in the program so far
This year marks a significant milestone as we celebrate the five-year anniversary of the Youth Leadership Academy (YLA). Created by SACOG in 2018, this initiative has been instrumental in encouraging the leadership potential of more than 200 high school students and equipping them with the necessary skills to shape a brighter future for our region.
Celebrating Success and Building a Brighter Future
SACOG's Blueprint Workshop brings together community leaders for a collaborative vision
The Blueprint Workshop brought together almost 300 elected officials, public agencies, youth, and community organizations. It was inspiring to see everyone come together and the unwavering commitment to bettering the Sacramento region.
Read Now: The Built Environment Poll
The Built Environment Poll provides a comprehensive overview of the public’s priorities regarding their built environment, specifically in areas such as transportation, housing, telework, safety perceptions, and public health. Valley Vision and the Sacramento Area Council of Governments (SACOG), in collaboration with the Institute for Social Research at Sacramento State, spearheaded this poll as a joint project.
Building a Region Together: SACOG’s Blueprint Workshop
Join the conversations that will help shape the region's future on June 16
SACOG is preparing to host the Blueprint Workshop on June 16, and anticipation is high. This event is a unique opportunity for community members, planners, and local leaders to collaborate on a shared vision for the region. Brace yourself for an unforgettable experience that will shape the trajectory of our region for years to come!
Sacramento Revamping Car Share Program After Gig Departure
Lessons learned from GIG Car Share in Sacramento are helping to inform future transportation mobility options
GIG Car Share, the hybrid car share program that launched in 2018 left the region earlier this year after its original agreement ended with the City of Sacramento. By the time GIG pulled out, Sacramento users had amassed well over 6 million miles on the 260 cars. Now, leaders are working on how Sacramento can regrow its car share program.
Community Collaborative Addressing Health Inequities in Roseville
The Invest Health initiative focuses on benefits of the built environment
SACOG’s Board of Directors learned more about the City of Roseville’s Invest Health initiative during last week’s board meeting on Thursday, April 20. You can watch the presentation here.
Get Ready to Roll: May is Bike Month!
Sacramento region gears up for a month of cycling celebrations and advocacy
May is just around the corner, and for biking enthusiasts and environmentally conscious individuals alike, that means one thing: May is Bike Month! With its warmer weather, longer days, and beautiful blossoms in full bloom, May is the perfect time to dust off your bike, strap on your helmet, and hit the road on two wheels.
Yuba-Sutter Embarks on Action Plan to Optimize Built Environment
The region’s Blue Zones community blueprint lays out a multi-pronged approach to community health and well-being
The concept of living longer, healthier lives is the impetus behind a program known as Blue Zones, where communities take a proactive approach to improving health and well-being through a variety of initiatives.
Walking and Biking Projects See Big Boost in Funding
10 active transportation projects awarded $45.5 million
Transformational changes are under way as $45.5 million was awarded to 10 projects dedicated to improving walking and biking options throughout the Sacramento region.
Infill Solutions for an Old District in the City of Auburn
Green Means Go funding will help streamline future development
The City of Auburn was one of many jurisdictions to receive awards from the $34.5 million in funding that SACOG distributed to infill housing projects across the Sacramento region.
SACOG Board of Directors Approves $31.3 Million in Green Means Go Grants
Funding supports efforts to accelerate infill housing in existing communities
The SACOG Board of Directors has approved $31.3 million in planning and capital infrastructure funding to support infill housing development throughout the Sacramento region. This funding builds off $3.2 million in grants in November 2022 to jumpstart infill housing through five ‘Early Activation’ awards.
A New Kind of Infill for the City of Folsom
Green Means Go helps fund affordable home project for 10 new families in Folsom’s Green Zone
Ten families will soon be buying new homes in the heart of the City of Folsom thanks to the work of city planners and a partnership with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sacramento. At 300 Persifer Street a residential infill project will turn one lot into five, each with a home and an accessory dwelling unit.
Students in West Linda Get More Safe Routes to Schools
Yuba County receives $21 million for project that will fund sidewalks, bike lanes, and storm drains
Sidewalks connect pedestrians to their neighborhoods; they are an avenue for dog walks, evening family strolls, and a safe, healthy way for kids to get to school. In the community of West Linda in Yuba County, sidewalks are not a prominent neighborhood feature, but work is being done to change that.
Sacramento Region Received Historic Funding Award for Active Transportation Projects
The California Transportation Commission awarded $83 million to eight local projects
During the last round of Active Transportation Program funding awards from the California Transportation Commission, the region was awarded $83 million for eight projects that improve walking and biking options for community members. This is the largest award the region has seen since the program began nearly 10 years ago.