The Rancho Cordova Post

Sacramento County Approves JPA for American River Parkway

David Lukenbill — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 14:08:03 +0000

The Need for an American River Parkway Conservancy Via Approved Joint Powers Authority Last month, the Sacramento County Recreation & Park Commission approved a Joint Powers Authority (JPA) Agreement for consideration by the respective jurisdictions of Folsom, Rancho Cordova, Sacramento City, and Sacramento County. ARPPS applauds the short-term purpose of this approval which: “is to formalize the [...]

Man Arrested in Stabbing Death

Michelle Ventress — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 02:33:39 +0000

According to the Sacramento Police Department, a 21 year old man named Samuel Sanchez was stabbed numerous times during a confrontation with alleged gang members. The confrontation occurred on May 1st at the Express Stop Liquor Store at 3315 Juillard Dr. The injuries the victim sustained eventually killed him. On Saturday, July 11, Rancho Cordova [...]

Huber Appointed to Joint Committee on Emergency Management

Michelle Ventress — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 23:51:26 +0000

“One of the most important roles state government has is to ensure the health and safety of its citizens in times of public emergencies,” stated Assemblymember Huber.“With the recent H1N1 outbreak, we witnessed how a carefully coordinated response works to protect the public health. As a member of the committee, I will work to make [...]

‘Akeelah and the Bee’ Playing at Hagan Park This Weekend

Michelle Ventress — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 18:40:11 +0000

The cost of movie tickets are seemingly always on the rise. A family of 4 will easily spend $50 on a night at the movies and many families just can’t afford the extra expense. The Leadership Rancho Cordova Class of 2009 is bringing the solution to a park near you in the form of Family [...]

Silva’s Sheldon Inn Re-Opens for Summer

Geoffrey Sakala — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 16:06:47 +0000

Silva’s Sheldon Inn is one of my favorite restaurants. My wife and I enjoy having date night on occasion there and enjoying a gourmet meal and sharing a bottle of wine. Recently, Chef Doug, his wife Barbara, and the Sheldon Inn staff took a little break for the summer, but now they’re back. Chef Doug says, [...]

Sacramento Bee Editors Praise City of Rancho Cordova

Anne Lowe — Sun, 12 Jul 2009 00:02:38 +0000

The Sacramento Bee praised Rancho Cordova’s fiscal responsibility and excellent political management in their editorial section on Friday. Our A+ credit rating and City Manager Ted Gaebler were specifically noted in the brief opinion piece. It looks like our awesome city is finally being noticed, and for all the right reasons! Similar Posts: June 30, 2009 – [...]

A Message from Rancho Cordova Chief of Police on the Sacramento County Budget Crisis

Geoffrey Sakala — Sat, 11 Jul 2009 14:58:26 +0000

A Special Message from Chief Ruben Meeks Many of you are asking how the Rancho Cordova Police Department is affected by the extreme budget crisis the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Department is facing. Since the Rancho Cordova Police Department contracts with the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Department for law enforcement services and personnel, the changes in the [...]

Residents Can Fight Back Against County Budget Cuts

Michelle Ventress — Sat, 11 Jul 2009 03:54:52 +0000

Budget cuts. Unfortunately, those are words we hear on a far too regular basis. Nearly every aspect of our lives is being altered by changes that government officials hope will save the state money. School budgets are being trimmed down yet again. DMV offices will be closed on the second, third and fourth Friday of every [...]

Historic Nimbus Winery Building Hosts Open House

Michelle Ventress — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 22:00:29 +0000

This weekend, local residents are invited to attend the first ever Historic Nimbus Winery Open House. The Sunday, July 12th event will begin at 11:00 a.m. with the opening of all merchant stores and thirty other craft and wedding vendors exhibiting their products and services. Amidst the vendors, there will be lots of fun and [...]

4th of July Celebration From a Local Family’s Point of View

Michelle Ventress — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 20:47:34 +0000

My family and I had the pleasure of attending this years’ Rancho Cordova’s 4th of July Celebration. It is one of the holiday’s that the community puts their differences aside for, pulls out the lawn chairs and bar-be-cues and enjoys a day of activities for adults as well as the children. First on the agenda for [...]