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Council Approves Solid Waste Contract with GreenWaste

Sep 14, 2026 05:06PM ● By John McCallum

The City Council voted 4-1 at their Sept. 9 meeting to authorize the city manager and staff to enter into a 10-year contract with GreenWaste Recovery, LLC for solid waste collection in the city.

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Income-Qualified Homeowners Among Those Eligible to Access Remaining State Solar and Battery Funds

Aug 31, 2026 03:51PM ● By Haven Energy News Release

Haven Energy is helping eligible California homeowners across participating publicly owned utilities access state funding that can cover the cost of home battery systems

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Council Places Delinquent Service Accounts on Property Tax Rolls

Aug 10, 2026 04:57PM ● By John McCallum

Like other cities in the region, West Sacramento is attempting to collect monies owed from service accounts by placing these delinquent charges on the county tax rolls of the subject properties — an amount totaling over $1.26 million.

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MMS Strategies Honored with FBI Director’s Community Leadership Award

Aug 03, 2026 03:18PM ● By FBI Sacramento News Release

On July 28, the FBI Sacramento Field Office honored MMS Strategies, LLC, a Sacramento-based consulting firm, with the local FBI Director’s Community Leadership Award (DCLA) for their collaborative partnership in support of the FBI’s mission to protect the American people and uphold the Constitution. Michelle Smira, founder and chief executive officer for MMS Strategies, accepted the award.

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California Wildfire: Living with the Inevitable

Jul 28, 2026 09:02AM ● By Rob Odum

Wildfire is a defining reality of life in Northern California. Anyone who has lived here long enough understands the tension that arrives each summer and lingers into fall.

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Yolo County Assessment Roll Reaches Record $41.2 Billion

Jul 07, 2026 10:50AM ● By Yolo County Assessor’s Office News Release

Yolo County's 2026 assessment roll has reached a record $41.2 billion in total assessed property value, according to Assessor/Clerk-Recorder/Registrar of Voters Jesse Salinas. The roll reflects a 3.98% increase over the prior year.

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The Bridge at West Gateway Opens

Jun 29, 2026 04:33PM ● By MPG Staff

Brings 60 New Affordable Apartment Homes to West Sacramento

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Yolo County Begins Pavement Preservation Project

Jun 23, 2026 09:20AM ● By Yolo County News Release

This summer, Yolo County Public Works will use a portion of state gas tax funding to resurface approximately 26 miles of roadway throughout Yolo County as part of the County’s 2026 Pavement Preservation Project.

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Dignity Health Invests $375,000 in Housing Projects

May 19, 2026 12:10PM ● By Dignity Health News Release

Dignity Health, through CommonSpirit Health’s Homeless Health Initiative (HHI), recently announced a significant investment of $375,000 into two vital housing projects in Yolo County.

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Yolo County Launches Climate Action Dashboard

Apr 28, 2026 09:21AM ● By Yolo County News Release

Invites Community to Help Achieve Resilience Goals

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When Housing Instability Enters the Classroom, Learning Leaves

Apr 14, 2026 11:55AM ● By Adriane Miles-Patterson School Social Worker, Washington Unified School District

On any given day in Yolo County classrooms, there are students trying to focus on reading and math after sleeping in cars, moving between relatives’ homes, or worrying about where they will stay that night.

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Property Tax Delinquent if Not Paid by April 10

Mar 24, 2026 11:04AM ● By Yolo County News Release

The Yolo County Tax Collector’s Office reminds property owners in Yolo County that the second installment of 2025-26 Secured Property Taxes was due Sunday, Feb. 1 and will become delinquent if not paid by Friday, April 10.

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Rock the Block Expands, Opens Applications

Mar 02, 2026 05:05PM ● By Rock the Block West Sacramento News Release

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sacramento recently announced the opening of the application period for Rock the Block West Sacramento, a two-day community revitalization initiative designed to deliver essential home repairs and beautification improvements for qualified homeowners.

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Meals on Wheels Yolo County (MOW Yolo) announced the retirement of Joy Cohan as Executive Director

Executive Director Joy Cohan to Retire April 3

Feb 23, 2026 04:46PM ● By Meals on Wheels Yolo County News Release

It is with deep gratitude and warm congratulations that Meals on Wheels Yolo County (MOW Yolo) announced the retirement of Joy Cohan as Executive Director of MOW Yolo, effective April 3.

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Council Approves Bryte Park

Feb 23, 2026 04:44PM ● By John McCallum

Project contracts focused on West Sacramento’s drinking water supply and a major city park were the two largest among seven Consent Agenda items unanimously passed by the City Council at its Feb. 18 meeting.

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West Sacramento Launches Public Art Strategic Plan to Enhance Public Art Across City

Feb 20, 2026 10:28AM ● By City of West Sacramento News Release

The City of West Sacramento is excited to launch the Public Art Strategic Plan. This plan is a new initiative to enhance how public art is experienced and funded across the city.

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Free Home Energy Score Assessments Countywide

Feb 02, 2026 05:26PM ● By Yolo County News Release

Eligible homeowners will receive a free Home Energy Score Assessment that includes a customized report with recommended energy improvements and potential savings.

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Keep FOGs Out of Your Drains

Dec 01, 2025 05:12PM ● By City of West Sacramento News Release

The City of West Sacramento reminds residents to properly dispose of fats, oils and grease (FOG) this holiday season to avoid sewer clogs and backups. Proper FOG disposal is simple and protects your pipes and community.

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Animal Services Launches Pet Food Donation Drive

Dec 01, 2025 04:56PM ● By County of Yolo, Office of the County Administrator News Release

As many local families face financial strain and reductions of SNAP benefits, Yolo County Animal Services (YCAS) is launching a countywide pet food donation program to help ensure that pets stay healthy, fed and with the families who love them.

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Santa is Coming to Town

Dec 01, 2025 04:34PM ● By City of West Sacramento News Release

The West Sacramento Fire Department and the West Sacramento Firefighter’s Association are gearing up for the annual Santa Run, bringing holiday cheer to neighborhoods across the city.

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Home Sales Remain Above Average During October

Nov 24, 2025 02:39PM ● By MPG Staff

New home sales in the Sacramento region rose modestly in September and remained above the historical average for this time of year, the North State Building Industry Association announced on Nov. 11.

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Council Gives Input on Proposed Yolobus Service

Nov 18, 2025 10:53AM ● By John McCallum

Keeping public transportation efficient, useful and affordable while planning for a possible future funding loss were some suggestions that West Sacramento City Council made during a Yolo County Transportation District (YoloTD) staff presentation about proposed transit changes.

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Comcast and the Sportsman Channel Bring Veterans Day Event

Hunt.Fish.Feed. for the First Time in West Sacramento

Nov 18, 2025 10:06AM ● By Outdoor Sportsman Group News Release

Comcast and the Sportsman Channel Bring Veterans Day Event to Yolo County

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River City Water Polo Makes History

Nov 17, 2025 01:20PM ● By River City High School Athletics News Release

Girls Capture Third Straight Title, Boys Return to Championship Stage

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Yolo County Hosts 14th Annual Human Milk Drive to Support Infants in Need

Nov 14, 2025 12:59PM ● By Yolo County News Release

Yolo County’s Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) proudly announces the 14th Annual Human Milk Drive to be held on Wednesday, Nov. 19 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 600 A St. in Davis.

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Interactive Map and Community Survey to Shape Zero-Emission Future

Nov 04, 2025 03:08PM ● By County of Yolo, Office of the County Administrator News Release

The Yolo County Sustainability Division invites community members to help shape the future of clean transportation through a new interactive online map and survey focused on zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) and shared mobility options.

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County Responds to Expected CalFresh Benefit Delay

Nov 04, 2025 03:02PM ● By County of Yolo, Office of the County Administrator News Release

Coordinated Community Support Efforts Implemented

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Rake It, Don’t Leave It

Nov 04, 2025 02:21PM ● By Seth Henderson

The City of West Sacramento’s Public Works Department is encouraging residents to keep drains clear during the fall season, providing resources to assist with the removal of organic waste.

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Empowering Young Leaders to Address Food Insecurity

Nov 04, 2025 02:14PM ● By Natalia Baltazar, Empower Yolo News Release

This November, as we observe Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week (Nov. 17–24) and prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving, let us reflect on the many families and neighbors in our community who are struggling with food and housing insecurity.

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Two volunteers at the Yolo County Children’s Alliance’s ninth annual Homeless Resource Fair

‘It's the Little Things that Count’

Nov 04, 2025 02:07PM ● By Seth Henderson, photos by Seth Henderson

Homeless Resource Fair Serves Hundreds, Meeting Basic Needs

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20 Food Resources Available in West Sacramento

Nov 04, 2025 01:37PM ● By MPG Staff

A shutdown of the federal government lasting more than six weeks as of press time has halted funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) since Nov. 1, putting added strain on low-income households across Yolo County.

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Yolo County Public Works to Begin Road Shoulder and Sign Installation Work Along South River Road

Oct 31, 2025 12:22PM ● By Yolo County News Release

Yolo County Public Works staff will begin work along South River Road from the City of West Sacramento city limits to the Freeport Bridge starting Monday, Nov. 3. The project is expected to continue through the next month.

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