Board Chambers Meetings

The SacMetro AQMD is responsible for cleaning the air to meet state and federal health standards so we all breathe easier. The area's two biggest air pollutants are ground-level ozone and particulate matter 2.5. In Sacramento County, the majority of air pollution during the summer comes from mobile sources, which are the cars, trucks, buses, agriculture and construction equipment that are used every day. In the winter...

The Sacramento Area Flood Control Agency (SAFCA) was formed in 1989 to address the Sacramento area's vulnerability to catastrophic flooding. This vulnerability was exposed during the record flood of 1986 when Folsom Dam exceeded its normal flood control storage capacity and several area levees nearly collapsed under the strain of the storm. In response, the City of Sacramento, the County of Sacramento, the County of S...

Sacramento County Planning Commission, meticulously detailing the procedural aspects and deliberations involved in local land-use decisions. The meeting begins with the swearing-in of commissioners, underscoring the formal and civic nature of their roles. Key themes emerge through the discussion of several "non-contested" and "contested" agenda items, primarily focusing on certificates of non-conforming use, use permits, and subdiv...

Sacramento Metropolitan Cable Television Commission meeting on June 13, 2025, detailing their operations and financial health. The meeting highlights the approval of grants and scholarships for various community media projects, showcasing the positive impact of this funding on local film, journalism, and educational programming. A significant portion of the discussion revolves around the commission's diminishing revenue from cable ...

Sacramento Transportation Authority (STA) meeting from June 12, 2025, detailing administrative procedures and significant discussions. The meeting begins with a roll call and a public statement outlining how the proceedings are broadcast and recorded, emphasizing transparency. Key agenda items include the unanimous approval of consent calendar items and the adoption of the Sacramento Transportation Authority's final budget for Fisc...

Sacramento Area Sewer Meeting from June 11th, 2025, detailing routine board proceedings. Agenda items included the formal introduction of amendments to the District's ordinances, particularly concerning new "in-fill" and "expansion" fees for development, as well as updated definitions to align with state regulations. The board also received a quarterly report on the Harvest Water Program, a large-scale initiative to deliver recycle...

Sacramento County Board of Supervisors meeting on June 11, 2025, detailing the approval of the West Jackson Highway Master Plan.  The core of the discussion revolves around the repurposing of approximately 5,900 acres of former mining land into a developed community, addressing the region's housing needs by planning for 16,418 dwelling units and associated infrastructure like parks, trails, and commercial areas. A significant point...

Sacramento County Board of Supervisors meeting, primarily focusing on grant allocations, and health initiatives.  A significant portion of the discussion revolves around the Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) Grant program, with supervisors debating funding distribution to various non-profit organizations and expressing appreciation for their community work, particularly in literacy and homeless services. Another key theme is the state ...

Sacramento County Board of Supervisors meeting focused on the 2025-2026 budget allocation. The discussion highlights the challenging nature of balancing the budget while reflecting community values and maintaining critical services. Key topics include funding for public safety—specifically the Sheriff's Office and District Attorney's Office—alongside investments in social services, homelessness initiatives, parkway clean-up efforts...

The Sacramento Area Flood Control Agency (SAFCA) was formed in 1989 to address the Sacramento area's vulnerability to catastrophic flooding. This vulnerability was exposed during the record flood of 1986 when Folsom Dam exceeded its normal flood control storage capacity and several area levees nearly collapsed under the strain of the storm. In response, the City of Sacramento, the County of Sacramento, the County of S...

The STA is primarily responsible for administering the Measure A program: the half-percent sales tax for transportation improvements in Sacramento County.

The STA also administers the Sacramento Metropolitan Freeway Service Patrol (FSP) program in cooperation with Caltrans and the California Highway Patrol. The program's primary objective is to reduce the traffic congestion caused by roadway incidents.