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Exposed by his colleague, Elk Grove City Councilman Rod Brewer intentionally lied during a hearing about his compensation
The Wednesday, August 28, Elk Grove City Council meeting was a watershed moment that unfortunately verified what many suspect - that elected officials can intentionally deceive the public. Elk Grove's case was unique because a public document request or a whistleblower did not uncover the deception. In this instance, a...
Elk Grove issues $100k fine, others as part of 4th of July illegal fireworks enforcement
ELK GROVE, Calif. — Video shared by the City of Elk Grove shows an illegal fireworks display over the Fourth of July holiday that landed someone a $100,000 fine. “Obviously public safety is our primary concern,” said Jose Mendez, the code enforcement manager for the city. In a...
After only 5 days Elk Grove City Hall has Coral Blossom apartment project roadside garbage removed
This morning, a crew dispatched by Elk Grove City Hall cleaned up roadside garbage at the future site of the Coral Blossom apartment complex (see video below). The crew from MCE Inc., a city contractor, removed volumes of garbage that accumulated at the site of the future affordable and supportive housing project on Elk Grove-Florin Road.
Major expansions in the plans for Lodi Chamber, Pacific Coast Producers
Aug. 30—Two of the most well-known names in the Lodi business community will be expanding operations. The Lodi Site Planning and Architectural Review Committee unanimously approved expansions to the Lodi Chamber of Commerce offices on School Street, as well as a new Pacific Coast Producers office building on Cluff Avenue during its Wednesday meeting. The chamber plans to add an additional ...
Council Weighs Emissions Reduction Ideas
ELK GROVE, CA (MPG) - How to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from buildings was the focus of the Aug. 14 Elk Grove City Council meeting, with questions of how to balance the city’s goal of addressing climate change with the costs faced by homeowners and business owners. Carrie Whitlock,...
Rotary: Making a Positive Difference
ELK GROVE,CA (MPG) - Want to make a positive difference in your community?. Joining Elk Grove Rotary Club can be your springboard to involve yourself in worthwhile projects. Not only will you be helping others but these endeavors will bring you many benefits as well. According to Cathy Guy, a...
Councilmember Spease deconstructs city council member pay and benefits, distinguishes between required and political activities
As the sole dissenter in what appears to be an all but certain pay raise for the Elk Grove mayor and city council, City Councilmember Kevin Spease opened his remarks at the hearing on the matter during the Wednesday, August 24 city council meeting by saying his commentary was likely to have his name banished from several Christmas card mailing lists.
Office of Education to Host Annual Early Childhood Education Conference
SOLANO COUNTY, CA (MPG) - Solano County Office of Education (SCOE) will host the 2024 Quality Counts Solano Early Childhood Education (ECE) Conference on Saturday, Sept. 14 at the Solano Community College, 4000 Suisun Valley Road, Fairfield, beginning at 7:30 a.m. This year, conference organizers invite teachers to join in an educator wellness event, including a full day of workshops from professionals skilled in early childhood education.
SCOE Models Support of Civic Engagement
Civic education is the foundation of a strong democracy. It equips young people with the knowledge and skills needed to actively participate in their communities and shape the future. Civic engagement is like a river that nourishes the landscape—when young people are involved, they bring fresh ideas, energy, and passion that help society flourish. These activities help them learn to navigate the complexities of public service and develop a sense of responsibility toward the well-being of their communities.
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