Elk Grove CityCast

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Get Some Dirt, Dive Into Local Decision-Making, and the 411 on Upcoming Events Oct 07, 2025

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This episode of the Elk Grove CityCast dives into free compost, a new shelter survey, and reimagining Historic Main Street—plus October events like Cultural Connections, a walk for positivity, and the Franklin Band Review. Providing you with quick updates and projects with the possibility for a big community impact.

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Rate, review and subscribe to the Elk Grove CityCast to get more information about the people, programs, and services shaping the City. You can find the Elk Grove CityCast anywhere you get your podcasts or listen online at elkgrove.gov/podcast.

Pumpkins, Plans & Public Voices Sep 30, 2025

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From giant gourds to downtown dreams, this episode of the Elk Grove CityCast is packed with what’s happening the first week of October. We’ve got the inside scoop on the Elk Grove Giant Pumpkin Festival, a call for community input on a future homeless shelter, and fresh ideas for reimagining Historic Main Street. Plus, hear how to safely dispose of lithium batteries, and get the details on upcoming events like Coffee with a Cop and Elk Grove Out Loud.

Don’t miss an update—sign up to receive the City’s weekly email in your inbox every Monday at elkgrove.gov.

Homecoming, History, and a Greener Future Sep 23, 2025

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From high school pride at the Elk Grove Homecoming Parade to sustainable shopping fun at Thriftathon, this week’s CityCast has plenty to celebrate. We’ll share the fascinating history of a landmark building on Historic Main Street, explore how you can help shape the district’s future, and highlight important reminders for Pedestrian Safety Month. Plus, learn how Elk Grove is marking its 25th Anniversary with a greener tomorrow by planting 25 new trees along Laguna Creek.

Don’t miss an update—sign up to receive the City’s weekly email in your inbox every Monday at elkgrove.gov.

Innovation, Flavor, and Community Spirit Sep 16, 2025

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This week’s episode takes you inside Elk Grove’s latest stories from groundbreaking startups at Pitch Elk Grove to a global celebration of food, music, and culture at the upcoming Global Feast Fest. We’ll also share how you can enter the City’s 25th Anniversary Photo Contest, weigh in on the future of Main Street, and join meaningful community events like POW/MIA Recognition Day and the final shelter design workshop. Plus, find out how to get free compost to refresh your fall garden.

Don’t miss an update—sign up to receive the City’s weekly email in your inbox every Monday at elkgrove.gov.

Dancing, Dialogue, and Design: Elk Grove in Motion Sep 09, 2025

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September in Elk Grove is bustling with celebrations, community input, and opportunities to get involved. In the latest deep dive, we’re looking ahead to Dancing the Globe at District56, a vibrant showcase of cultural performances for Diversity Awareness Month. Learn how you can shape the future through service on the Disability Advisory Committee, upcoming conversations on the City’s future homeless shelter, and a reimagining of Historic Main Street. Plus—tips to avoid costly fence mistakes, details on contests tied to the Giant Pumpkin Festival, and how to share your best Elk Grove photos in the City’s 25th Anniversary Photo Contest.

Celebration, Innovation, and Community Planning in Progress Sep 02, 2025

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A new episode of the Elk Grove CityCast is bringing you highlights from the City’s weekly email update, now powered by AI. Our AI hosts share how Diversity Awareness Month kicks off with Metalachi in concert, startups compete for $20,000 at Pitch Elk Grove, and residents are invited to help shape the future of transit, Historic Main Street, and plans for a permanent homeless shelter. Plus, the City’s 25th Anniversary Photo Contest gets underway.

The Return of the Elk Grove CityCast: A New Approach, More Great Info Aug 25, 2025

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The Elk Grove CityCast is back! After a year-long hiatus, we’re relaunching with a fresh format that uses AI technology to bring you highlights from the City’s weekly email updates.

In this episode, we’ll share details about Elk Grove’s Military Street Banner Program, upcoming community meetings on the City’s first permanent homeless shelter, and how the Cosumnes Fire Department’s new Mobile Integrated Health Program is enhancing care in our community.

We’ll also cover opportunities to shape Elk Grove’s transit future, celebrate culture with Diversity Dining Week and a Diversity Awareness Month concert and preview the fun of the upcoming Silent Disco event. Plus, don’t forget important reminders about Labor Day holiday closures.

Elk Grove’s Digital Defenders: How the City’s IT Team is Fending Off Cyber Attackers Jul 11, 2024

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Ever wonder how government safeguards your personal data from relentless cyber threats? In this episode, we dive into the shadowy world of cyber security with Elk Grove’s Chief Information Officer, Nicole Guttridge, and Network Security Engineer, Rob Pucci, to hear how the City’s IT team is fending off attacks to keep your information safe and how you can protect yourself from personal attacks on your identity and your finances.🎧 Don't miss out on this exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the fight for your digital security!

Getting Caught Will Cost You: An Illegal Fireworks Warning Jun 06, 2024

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Every year illegal fireworks inflict injuries, distress, fires, property loss, and even death across the country. Tune into the Elk Grove CityCast to hear from Cosumnes Fire Department Assistant Chief Lantz Rey and Code Enforcement Manager Jose Mendez on how local agencies are working together to keep Elk Grove safe and implement stiffer fines and penalties for individuals found in possession of illegal fireworks this year. Hosts John and Kristyn also share news about the City’s Salute to the Red, White & Blue celebration and a couple of exciting recent business openings.
Report illegal fireworks through the Elk Grove Police Department non-emergency number at (916) 714-5115.

Episode 6: Projects, Pavement, and Lots of Progress: The Important (and Diverse) Role of Elk Grove’s Public Works Team May 09, 2024

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May includes National Public Works Week and in this episode we’re shining a spotlight on the often overlooked but crucial work of the Public Works Department. From maintaining roads and sidewalks to managing drainage systems…from big construction projects to traffic signal synchronization, recycling, fleet, and so much more, the Public Works team is the backbone of Elk Grove’s infrastructure. Public Works Director, Jeff Werner, shares the diverse responsibilities and innovative projects his department is tackling to keep Elk Grove running smoothly. Hosts John and Kristyn also share news about a big mixed-use development project, your chance to shape the city’s future, and a call to help stock the local Pet Food Pantry.
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