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Think BIG Sacramento! #BeHeard

ExploreSAC — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 20:53:17 +0000

Think BIG Sacramento is a regionally based organization consisting of over seventy community leaders from around the region. The group commissioned the Economic Engine Report, an economic analysis on the regional impact of an entertainment and sports complex.

The report projects an estimated “4,095 total jobs” would be created and it would “generate $556 million in total spending and $11.3 million in fiscal benefits to government agencies during the construction period.” Additionally, they estimate it will “generate $25 million in total annual spending and $775,000 in annual fiscal benefits to government agencies during ongoing operations, above the jobs already in existence at ARCO Arena.”

Think BIG is a regional initiative launched by Sacramento Mayor Kevin Johnson to facilitate construction of a new entertainment and sports complex (“ESC”) that promotes job creation, economic growth, cultural development and civic pride across the greater Sacramento metropolitan area.

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City Budget Impacts Summer Swimming

ExploreSAC — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 17:21:54 +0000

I have some fond memories of going to a public pool while staying with family a few weeks during the Summer… My parents probably liked the fact that I wasn’t out riding my bike on busy streets or getting into trouble. In the Sacramento area, public pools also provide an alternative to the dangers of swimming in local rivers. Unfortunately, the number of pools open to the public is much lower this Summer.

The City of Sacramento recently announced which of the public pool will be open, or closed, due to budget reductions. Because funding to maintain the city’s swimming pools has been reduced from $3.5 million to under $1 million, several Sacramento area pools will be closed. Others will have reduced hours and/or services.

From: City of Sacramento Summer 2001 Aquatics Directory

Pool hours, dates & programming may be affected due to potential budget reductions beginning July 1, 2011. Recreational swim hours, fees, and dates may be subject to change. We regretfully cannot take any program registration payments at City pool facilities.

Pool Locations and Schedules:

Cabrillo Pool / Wading Pool
Location: 1648 65th Ave
Phone: 433-6271
Closed

Clunie Pool / Wading Pool
Location: Alhambra & McKinley Blvd
Phone: 808-5301
Dates: 6/21-9/4

Doyle Pool / Wading Pool
Location: Brewerton & Mendel Way
Phone: 566-6420
Dates: 6/13-8/7

Glenn Hall Pool
Location: Carlson & Sandburg Drs
Phone: 277-6071
Closed for recreational swim

Johnston Pool / Wading Pool
Location: 231 Eleanor Ave
Phone: 808-6421
Dates: 6/13-8/7

Mangan Pool
Location: 2230 34th Ave
Phone: 433-6272
Closed

McClatchy Park Pool / Wading Pool
Location: 35th St & 5th Ave
Phone: 277-6041
Dates: 6/20-8/28

Natomas High School Pool
Location: 3301 Fong Ranch Road
Phone: 566-3644
Closed for recreational swim

Oki Pool / Wading Pool
Location: Wissemann Dr & Cliffwood Way
Phone: 277-6160
Closed

Pannell Meadowview Pool / Wading Pool
Location: 2450 Meadowview Rd
Phone: 808-6622
Dates: 6/21-9/6

Sim Pool (George Sim Pool)
Location: 6207 Logan Street
Phone: 808-3768
Dates: 6/21-8/29

Southside Pool / Wading Pool
Location: 6th & U Sts
Phone: 808-5331
Closed

Tahoe Pool / Training Pool
Location: 3535 59th St
Phone: 277-6072
Closed

Play Pools

Bertha Henschel Park Play Pool
Location: A St & 45th St
Phone: 808-5301
Dates: 6/21-8/28

Colonial Park Play Pool
Location: 18th Ave & 53rd St
Phone: 277-6041
Dates: 6/21-8/22

Mama Marks Park Play Pool
Location: Roanoke Ave & Belden St
Phone: 808-6421
Dates: 6/13-8/5

Robertson Park Play Pool
Location: 3525 Norwood Ave
Phone: 808-6421
Dates: 6/13-8/7

Wm. Land Park Play Pool
Location: Riverside Blvd. and 13th Ave
Phone: 277-6041
Dates: 6/21-8/22

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Sacramento comedy club offers free admission to state workers

ExploreSAC — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 23:54:51 +0000

Sacramento comedy club Laughs Unlimited, is bringing back “Furlough Friday” free admission in March for city, county and state employees. (The club is also extending the deal to the fourth non-furlough Friday this month, Mar. 27.)

A few details from an e-mail sent to The State Worker from club representative Jennifer Canfield:

Each Friday there are two shows at 8:00 or 10:30. There is a two item minimum in the showroom and due to limited seating, reservations are encouraged. For more information or to make a reservation please call 916-446-8128.

The 2 item minimum does still apply which can be anything from our bar (Alcoholic or Non-Alcoholic) or kitchen (Food or Dessert items). Seats are limited and we will “sell out” so make your reservations early!!

Click here to download a flier about the promotion.

And here’s the link to the Laughs Unlimited Web site.

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Foreclosure Prevention Workshop

ExploreSAC — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 16:06:49 +0000

If you owe more on your house than it’s worth, or the threat of foreclosure has you concerned, Hope Against Hope is sponsoring Foreclosure Prevention workshops throughout California. The workshop offers ideas and solutions on loan modification, short sales, and President Obama’s “Making Home Affordable” plan.

The next workshop in your area is:

Oct. 17
11 a.m.-1 p.m.
North Highlands-Antelope Library
4235 Antelope Rd.
Antelope, CA 95843
Classroom Opens at 10:30 a.m.

For more information or to register for the Foreclosure Prevention workshop, call (888) 217-8811 ex. 117, or visit www.HopeagainstHopeNow.org.

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Sacramento’s 1st Annual Volunteer Fair

ExploreSAC — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 20:02:40 +0000

Are You Ready to GET INVOLVED?
You’re invited to attend Sacramento’s 1st Annual Volunteer Fair Sponsored by your Senator, Darrell Steinberg!

What is the Volunteer Fair?
The Volunteer Fair is the first step in getting the residents of Sacramento more involved in their community. Come enjoy entertainment and fun while you explore the booths of Sacramento’s different volunteer organizations!

How can the Volunteer Fair help me?
Learn about organizations like Meals on Wheels, Volunteers of America and Habitat for Humanity, as well as how to get involved in the legislative process. Pick up pamphlets and other reading materials, like A Citizen’s Guide to Lobbying and How A Bill Becomes Law.

When is the Volunteer Fair?
Saturday, October 11, 2008 • 11:00 am to 2:00 pm
State Capitol Park, East Steps of the Capitol • 12th and N Streets

More questions?
Contact Nicholas Barry at nicholas.barry@sen.ca.gov, or at (916) 651-1529.

Show you care at the Volunteer Fair!

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Free Fishing This Saturday

ExploreSAC — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 21:56:19 +0000

This Saturday, September 27, 2008 anyone can fish for free, without a license! So, grab the kids and the fishing rods & head to the nearest river or pond & drop in a line! This is being promoted by the State of California, Department of Fish and Game as a way to enjoy California’s natural resources. This is open to adults and children. Normal restrictions still apply on size, limit and stream closures.

There is also a “Fishing in the City” event at Elk Grove Park from 8:30am until Noon to welcome newcomers to the sport. Instructions and equipment will be available.

More information

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Earthquake Activity in California-Nevada

ExploreSAC — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 23:29:51 +0000

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is a government organization that focuses on biology, geography, geology, geospatial information, and water. The USGS has provided the map below which shows an up-to-date representation of earthquakes in California and Nevada. Be sure to bookmark this page so you can find it easily the next time an earthquake hits.

Update: Apparently the map is no longer available as it was. You can view a map of recent earthquakes in California and Nevada here:

http://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/recenteqscanv/

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Sacramento’s 211 Hotline

ExploreSAC — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 16:49:21 +0000

There is an article today on SacBee.com regarding Sacramento’s 211 hotline and I found that many people didn’t even know this service existed! And, in an effort to help people during hard times, the Community Services Planning Council is looking to expand the hotline.

Callers using the 211 hotline can be referred to a wide variety of services that can hep with needs such as paying utility bills, mortgages, and other financial needs. Those who call also seek help finding temporary housing, children’s services and other help from nonprofit organizations. The service is also helpful during times of crisis and offers an alternative to the 911 system, which is for emergency situations only.

Currently only residents of Sacramento County can benefit from this service (in this region), but the council is looking to expand into five neighboring counties. By the end of the year they expect the hotline to handle over 55,000 calls and want to double that number over the next four years.

http://www.211sacramento.org/

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California State Capitol

ExploreSAC — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 15:41:57 +0000

Sacramento hasn’t always been the capital of California. The state Capitol has been located in other cities such as Monterey, Vallejo and Benicia. It’s been in its current location since 1854, but even after that became permanent, there were several attempts to relocate it to various parts of the Bay Area. Construction on the actual Capitol building started in 1860 and was completed in 1874.

Tours are available, or you can roam around much of the building by yourself, free to view portraits of past Governors, the outer doors of the current Governor’s office, the upper galleries of the Senate and Assembly, and the preserved historic rooms showing what offices looked like in the 1800s. Under the dome (there are actually two – a dome inside a dome), in the Rotunda, is a statue depicting Columbus’ Last Appeal to Queen Isabella.

Outside, on the Capitol grounds, are various memorials and a beautiful rose garden. The park covers 40 acres and include many native plants, a trout pond, indian grinding rock, and a camilia grove honoring early pioneers. There are memorials recognizing the CA Mexican-American War, Firefighters, Peace Officers, Spanish American War, and Vientam Veterans, among others.

State Capitol Official Site

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