City of Rancho Cordova Government

Happy President's Day! City Hall is closed today, Monday, February 15 and will reopen tomorrow during normal business hours.

Happy Valentine's Day! Remember to show your loved ones that you care by doing your part to #StoptheSpread: Wear a mask, wash your hands, and maintain social distancing... Do not mix with people outside of your household If you suspect that you have COVID-19, get a free test Residents and businesses can find the latest COVID-19 updates and resources at CityofRanchoCordova.org/coronavirus.

Are you looking for a way to safely enjoy Valentine’s Day weekend while supporting a local business? Celebrate California Craft Beer Week now through February 21 at Rancho Cordova Barrel District! Enjoy delicious food, craft beer, hard seltzers, sours and more. The Barrel District is a one-of-a-kind experience in the City of Rancho Cordova, boasting two distilleries, a meadery, and six breweries. As the City of Rancho Cordova continues to reopen in accordance with the State... and County requirements, Rancho Cordova’s Barrel District is further expanding and doing creative things to safely serve its customers by offering delicious meals, outdoor dining and more. Stop by one of the Barrel District’s six breweries to pick up a #CACraftBeerWeek Barrel District Passport and ask about special offers: Burning Barrel, 11210 Sun Center Drive, Suite B Claimstake Brewing, 11366 Monier Park Plaza Fort Rock Brewing, 12401 Folsom Boulevard, Suite 110 LogOff Brewing, 3054 Sunrise Boulevard, Suite J Movement Brewing Co., 11151 Trade Center Drive Thin Line Brewing, 11354 White Rock Road Also, be sure to stop by one of the Barrel District’s distilleries or meadery: Gold River Distillery, 11460 Sunrise Gold Circle, Suite 110 JJ Pfister Distilling, 9819 Business Park Drive Strad Meadery, 2539 Mercantile Drive Learn more about Rancho Cordova’s Barrel District at BarrelDistrict.com.

As we find ourselves in the midst of a global pandemic, it seems as if now more than ever, kindness matters. To create a culture of kindness, compassion and acceptance, students throughout the Folsom Cordova Unified School District (FCUSD) in Rancho Cordova celebrated Kindness Week. The Black Student Union (BSU) at Cordova High School (CHS) celebrated Kindness Week by organizing a coloring book drive to benefit Shriners Hospitals for ChildrenNorthern California. Just before ...the holidays, the group delivered 90 coloring books to the hospital and children in its care. J’Nia Gomez, a sophomore at CHS, helped deliver the books in person. Being able to be a part of something so wholesome brings me immense joy. BSU decided to give the children at Shriners Hospital coloring books because we thought this would be a nice gesture to brighten up their day. We hope they know that we care and appreciate them, said Gomez. The BSU plans to continue spreading kindness throughout the community with two upcoming community service projects. This month, they plan to bring greeting cards to Casa Coloma Health Care Center for Valentine’s Day. In May, the students will be celebrating Mother’s Day by compiling toiletry packages for Travelers Aid Transitional Living Shelter for Women. At W.E. Mitchell Middle School, the Student Council organized a virtual spirit week. Throughout Kindness Week, students were encouraged to wear different colors and complete challenges, such as giving someone a compliment to demonstrate kindness, gratitude and encouragement. Here at Mitchell we find it important to teach and foster a community of care and kindness. As an International Baccalaureate World School, we strive to embody what we call the learner profile, and caring is one of our 10 core attributes. We also believe kindness builds the foundation for building positive relationships. If our students rely on kindness as a core guiding principle, then they will be able to navigate anything that comes their way, said Principal Amy Strawn. Our Rancho Cordova students have demonstrated kindness that is empowering and uplifting. Their actions inspire others to be kind and encourage our community to have compassion all year long, remarked Mayor Garrett Gatewood. Learn more about Kindness Week at TheGreatKindnessChallenge.com. For the latest Rancho Cordova news, sign up for our e-newsletter at CityofRanchoCordova.org/ENews. Photos and story provided by FCUSD.

There is less than a week left to vote for the American River Bike Trail! The Jedediah Smith Memorial Trail, also known as the American River Bike Trail, has been nominated for the USA TODAY 10 Best for favorite recreation trails in North America! Our trail is one of the longest paved bike paths in the nation. Help us put the American River Bike Trail on the map by voting here: https://www.10best.com//jedediah-smith-memorial-tra/share/. You can vote once a day in each cate...gory. Did you know that Rancho Cordova is home to 26 miles of beautiful bike paths, including a six-mile stretch along the American River Parkway? The city was also one of 51 communities throughout the US that was recognized by the League of American Bicyclists with a Bicycle Friendly Community (BFC) award in the Fall 2020 cycle. The city earned the bronze-level designation for building a bicycle friendly community, where people of all ages and abilities have access to safe street networks. To learn more about bicycling in Rancho Cordova and to access the city’s bike trail map, visit CityofRanchoCordova.org/Bicycling.

Did you miss last night’s State of the City short film? If so, you probably missed seeing one of your neighbors, or someone else you might know. But it’s not too late! You can watch last night’s virtual State of the City and enter our State of the City Trivia Sweepstakes for a chance to win one of ten $25 gift cards to a local business. How to Enter: 1. Watch last night’s State of the City event on YouTube at https://youtu.be/rpEJbCYPk9s or on the city’s Facebook Page.... 2. Tell us your favorite part of the film in the comment section of this post by Monday, November 9 at 5 PM. Ten winners will be randomly selected from all participants. To learn more about this year’s State of the City address, visit CityofRanchoCordova.org/StateoftheCity.

Tune in to the City of Rancho Cordova’s first ever virtual State of the City! Get an update from Mayor David Sander, Ph.D., and enjoy a short film about #RanchoCordova. The 2020 State of the City film is produced in partnership with the California Capital Film Office at Rancho Cordova, the Rancho Cordova Chamber of Commerce, Cordova Community Council and Visit Rancho Cordova.

Hey, #RanchoCordova! Have you heard? This year’s State of the City update has gone virtual! Check out the trailer and then tune in TOMORROW, Thursday, November 5 at 6 PM via Zoom or on the city’s Facebook page for a short film about your city! Learn more at CityofRanchoCordova.org/StateoftheCity.

Hey, #RanchoCordova! Have you heard? This year’s State of the City address has gone virtual! Check out the trailer and then tune in TOMORROW, Thursday, November 5 at 6 PM via Zoom or on the city’s Facebook page for a short film about your city! Learn more at CityofRanchoCordova.org/StateoftheCity.

It’s officially Election Day! If you haven’t mailed or turned in your ballot, Rancho Cordova City Hall is an official Vote Center and Ballot Drop Box location and will be open today, November 3, from 7 AM 8 PM. For additional Vote Centers and Ballot Drop Box locations, visit Elections.SacCounty.net. November 3rd Municipal Election Information: About Measure R... The Rancho Cordova City Council has placed Measure R a local recovery and relief cent sales taxon the November ballot for voter consideration. If enacted, Measure R will provide funding to support what Rancho Cordova residents indicated were their community priorities. Answers to Frequently Asked Questions: Measure R does not apply to food purchases, such as groceries or prescription medication. Measure R would provide funding that could only be used in Rancho Cordova. The County and the State cannot take Measure R funding. Along with annual audits, there would be citizen oversight for Measure R. Learn more about Measure R at CityofRanchoCordova.org/MeasureR. Also on the Ballot Rancho Cordova voters will also have the opportunity to vote for three City Council Members. The Rancho Cordova City Council is comprised of five Council Members, who serve four-year terms. These terms are staggered, and so are the elections for the Council Members. This year, residents will vote for three Council Members. In the next general election, residents will vote for two City Council Members. Choose How You Want to Vote 1. Vote by Mail All registered voters received their official ballot in the mail during the first week of October. Remember to sign the ballot envelope before mailing your ballot. Want to track the status of your ballot? Go to ballottrax.net/voter/. 2. Vote Using a Ballot Drop Box Location, open October 5 November 3 Drop off your ballot at a secure Ballot Drop Box. Rancho Cordova City Hall, 2729 Prospect Park Drive KP International Market, 10971 Olson Drive Raley’s, 4030 Sunrise Boulevard 3. Vote In-person at a Vote Center Location Rancho Cordova City Hall, open October 24 November 3, 2729 Prospect Park Drive KP International Market, open October 31 November 3, 10971 Olson Drive For more information on Ballot Drop Box or Vote Center locations, or voting updates and procedures, visit elections.saccounty.net. Want to learn more about what will be on the Municipal Ballot in the upcoming election? For more information, visit: CityofRanchoCordova.org/Elections

Only a few more days until the virtual 2020 State of the City address! Tune in on Thursday, November 5 at 6 PM via Zoom or on the city’s Facebook page for a short film about the City of #RanchoCordova! Planning to host a State of the City viewing party? Support a local business and order food to-go. Find discounts from local restaurants at CityofRanchoCordova.org/StateoftheCity. Watch the trailer at https://youtu.be/x8LLOX60Chg. The 2020 State of the City film is produced i...n partnership with the California Capital Film Office at Rancho Cordova, the Rancho Cordova Chamber of Commerce, Cordova Community Council and Visit Rancho Cordova. See more

Happy Halloween from the City of Rancho Cordova!

The City of Rancho Cordova’s newest Barrel District member, Movement Brewing, Co., is now open at 11151 Trade Center Drive, Suite 104. The brewery is open Wednesday through Sunday for outdoor service and to-go orders. The brewery is family-owned and staffed with a team of six employees. They decided on the name Movement Brewing, Co., around a firepit one evening when they decided that they wanted to do more than make great craft beer. We want to create something special fo...r the Rancho Cordova community and for people throughout the region. We want Movement Brewing to be a place you can hangout, spend time with family and know you’re going to have a great experience every time, said Nick Cavanagh, Co-Owner of Movement Brewing, Co. The brewery is currently serving thirteen craft beers in addition to hot dogs, chips and salsa, and breakfast quesadillas on Sundays. When COVID-19 guidelines are lifted or revised, they also have plans to have games in the taproom, host live music and events. We are pleased to welcome Movement Brewing, Co. to Rancho Cordova, said Amanda Norton, Economic Development Manager for the City of Rancho Cordova. We congratulate them on a successful opening, and we are thrilled to have them as a member of our growing Barrel District, she added. Learn more about Movement Brewing, Co., at MovementBrewingCo.com or find them on Facebook at @MovementBrewingCo. For the latest Rancho Cordova news, sign up for our e-newsletter at CityofRanchoCordova.org/ENews.

Only one day left for a chance to win a State of the City Viewing Party prize pack! Like this post and tag three friends in the comment section by TOMORROW, Friday, October 30 for a chance to win one of ten $50 gift cards to local restaurants plus party favors, so you can host your own State of the City viewing party! Tune in for this year’s State of the City update on Thursday, November 5 at 6 PM via Zoom or on the city’s Facebook page for a short film about your city! Watch the trailer at https://youtu.be/x8LLOX60Chg. The 2020 State of the City film is produced in partnership with the California Capital Film Office at Rancho Cordova, Rancho Cordova Chamber of Commerce, Cordova Community Council and Visit Rancho Cordova. Learn more at CityofRanchoCordova.org/StateoftheCity.

It has been well over a couple of months since the first stay-at-home orders were announced due to the COVID-19/coronavirus pandemic. During that time, we have shared stories about all of the ways that residents, businesses and organizations have come together to demonstrate how #RanchoCordovaInspires. Today, we are sharing a few tips and resources that are available to help cope with stress and anxiety in a healthy way to make our community stronger. Healthy ways to cope wi...th stress from the Centers For Disease Control (CDC): Take care of your emotional health by noticing and accepting how you feel. It’s natural to feel stress, anxiety or grief during these unprecedented times. Take breaks from watching, reading, or listening to news stories, including those on social media. Take care of your body by taking deep breaths, stretching, or meditating. It’s also important to remember to eat well, exercise regularly, get plenty of sleep and avoid excessive alcohol and drug use. Take time to unwind by doing other activities you enjoy. Connect with others and talk to people you trust about your concerns and how you feel. Help stop the spread of COVID-19 by washing your hands, wearing a face covering, avoid mixing and by maintaining your social distance from others. Resources to get immediate help in a crisis: Call 911 Disaster Distress Helpline: 1-800-985-5990 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 or text LOVEIS to 22522 National Child Abuse Hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) or chat online at hotline.rainn.org/online To learn more about COVID-19/coronavirus, visit CityofRanchoCordova.org/coronavirus or sign up for our e-newsletter at CityofRanchoCordova.org/ENews.

Looking for ways to safely enjoy Halloween in #RanchoCordova? Check out the following events! Drive-Thru City Spooktacular at Rancho Cordova City Hall: Stop by Rancho Cordova City Hall TOMORROW, Wednesday, October 28 from 4 PM - 6 PM for a special, safe and free drive-thru Halloween event hosted by the City of Rancho Cordova! The event will feature a haunted drive-thru experience with spooky displays created by city staff, trick-or-treat giveaways, music and more! Learn more ...at CityofRanchoCordova.org/events. Heartstoppers Redemption at the Mineshaft from October 29 through October 31: Presented by the Cordova Community Council, Heartstoppers is back at the Mineshaft for three nights only with drive-thru zombie laser tag, Halloween build contests, a trick-or-treat street and more! Learn more at HeartstoppersHaunt.com. For more news and events in Rancho Cordova, sign up for our e-newsletter at CityofRanchoCordova.org/ENews. #RanchoCordovaInspires

Rancho Cordova City Hall opened as a Vote Center on Saturday, October 24 to registered voters in Sacramento County. Voters can now vote in-person at City Hall at 2729 Prospect Park Drive, each day from 9 AM 5 PM and on Election Day from 7 AM 8 PM. November 3rd Municipal Election Information About Measure R... The Rancho Cordova City Council has placed Measure R a local recovery and relief cent sales taxon the November ballot for voter consideration. If enacted, Measure R will provide funding to support what Rancho Cordova residents indicated were their community priorities. Answers to Frequently Asked Questions: Measure R does not apply to food purchases, such as groceries or prescription medication. Measure R would provide funding that could only be used in Rancho Cordova. The County and the State cannot take Measure R funding. Along with annual audits, there would be citizen oversight for Measure R. Learn more about Measure R at CityofRanchoCordova.org/MeasureR. Also on the Ballot Rancho Cordova voters will also have the opportunity to vote for three City Council Members. The Rancho Cordova City Council is comprised of five Council Members, who serve four-year terms. These terms are staggered, and so are the elections for the Council Members. This year, residents will vote for three Council Members. In the next general election, residents will vote for two City Council Members. Choose How You Want to Vote 1. Vote by Mail All registered voters will receive their official ballot in the mail during the first week of October. Remember to sign the ballot envelope before mailing your ballot. Want to track the status of your ballot? Go to ballottrax.net/voter/. 2. Vote Using a Ballot Drop Box Location, open October 5 November 3 Drop off your ballot at a secure Ballot Drop Box. Rancho Cordova City Hall, 2729 Prospect Park Drive KP International Market, 10971 Olson Drive Raley’s, 4030 Sunrise Boulevard 3. Vote In-person at a Vote Center Location Rancho Cordova City Hall, open October 24 November 3, 2729 Prospect Park Drive KP International Market, open October 31 November 3, 10971 Olson Drive If you do not receive your Vote by Mail ballot or have questions about voting by mail, email [email protected]. For more information on Ballot Drop Box or Vote Center locations, or voting updates and procedures, visit elections.saccounty.net. Want to learn more about what will be on the Municipal Ballot in the upcoming election? For more information, visit: CityofRanchoCordova.org/Elections