Anchored in the heart of Elk Grove, 56 acres inspire celebration and connection. Community Event Center Manager Lana Yoshimura shares some of the details about District56, the city’s newest gathering space, and the amenities and local partners who are part of this unique public facility. John and Kristyn also discuss the September 11 anniversary, share a bit about the Elk Grove Multicultural Festival, and discuss ways that Explore Elk Grove and Sky River Casino are contributing to Elk Grove’s quality of life. 

On June 14, 2023 the Elk Grove City Council approved a collaborative agreement between the Sacramento County District Attorney’s office and the Elk Grove Police Department for what is known as a Community Prosecutor Program. Elk Grove Police Lieutenant Dan Templeton shares what this means for public safety in the city and how it will help officers and the community. John and Kristyn also introduce a new façade improvement grant program for local businesses and break down the details on city council meetings, a major roadway project, and infill development projects coming south of Elk Grove Blvd. 

Elk Grove was named one of the top 100 places to live in America by Livability.com. Learn more about these accolades and how the City is serving Elk Grove's unhoused population and putting new Measure E funding to work to help address homelessness. New CityCast host and Elk Grove resident, John Hull, will also ask about how to report city issues, learn more about the production of the city's July 4th celebration, and get a civics lesson about local government from Public Affairs Manager, Kristyn Laurence.

What is like to be the Mayor of Elk Grove, California? Over the past 21 years, a lot has changed in Sacramento County’s second largest city. In this debut episode,  hosts Jodie Moreno and Kristyn Laurence will talk to Elk Grove’s first Mayor, and California Assembly Member, Jim Cooper, and our current Mayor, Bobbie Singh-Allen. We’ll also give a rundown of coming attractions as events of all kinds begin making a comeback following the pandemic.