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Board of Supervisors Chair and Vice Chair Elected

Jan 20, 2026 12:41PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The annual vote to elect a new Chair and Vice Chair of the Board of Supervisors was held on Tuesday, Jan. 13.

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California's Budget Underscores Agriculture's Role

Jan 20, 2026 12:30PM ● By California Farm Bureau News Release

Gov. Gavin Newsom’s proposed budget highlights California’s continued focus on wildfire response, climate resilience and water infrastructure but leaves gaps in direct support and regulatory alignment for agriculture and rural communities, according to California Farm Bureau President Shannon Douglass.

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Republican Lawmakers React To ‘Running in Place’ Budget

Jan 13, 2026 04:48PM ● By Office of Roger Niello News Release

On Jan. 9, Senate Budget Vice Chair Roger Niello (R-Fair Oaks) and Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones (R-San Diego) responded to Gov. Gavin Newsom’s 2026-2027 budget release.

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Matsui Issues Statement on the Passing of Congressman LaMalfa

Jan 12, 2026 10:07AM ● By Office of Congresswoman Doris Matsui News Release

On Jan. 6, Congresswoman Doris Matsui (CA-07) issued the following statement on the passing of Congressman Doug LaMalfa (CA-01).

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Senate Republicans Unveil Priorities for Californians

Dec 31, 2025 10:39AM ● By Office of Sen. Roger Niello News Release

Californians are paying more and getting less. Even as the state is on track to collect more taxpayer money in the near future, the return on investment for core services continues to decline.

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Senate Republicans Unveil Priorities for Californians

Dec 31, 2025 10:39AM ● By Office of Sen. Roger Niello News Release

Californians are paying more and getting less. Even as the state is on track to collect more taxpayer money in the near future, the return on investment for core services continues to decline.

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City Approves Council Raise, 18 Full-Time Positions

Dec 23, 2025 03:37PM ● By Idaly Valencia

At its final meeting of the year on Dec. 16, the Galt City Council reviewed a new community outreach project, considered updates to council compensation and approved full-time positions for part-time city employees.

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Bonnie Rodriguez Appointed as City's Next Mayor

Dec 10, 2025 03:19PM ● By MPG Staff

At its Dec. 2 meeting, the Galt City Council appointed its next mayor and vice mayor, selecting Mayor Bonnie Rodriguez and Vice Mayor Tim Reed to lead the city into 2026.

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Sacramento Superior Court Bench Selects Kelly Sullivan as CEO

Nov 10, 2025 04:43PM ● By Sacramento Superior Court News Release

The Sacramento Superior Court judges have selected Kelly Sullivan, the court’s chief deputy executive officer, to serve as the next court executive officer (CEO) on Oct. 16.

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Niello Releases Statement on Passing of Former Vice President Cheney

Nov 05, 2025 04:16PM ● By Office of State Sen. Roger Niello News Release

Senator Roger Niello released a statement Nov. 4 following the passing of former vice president of the United States Dick Cheney.

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California Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D., Announces More Than 5.4 Million California Voters Signed Up to Track Their Ballots

Oct 30, 2025 09:53AM ● By Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D., California Secretary of State News Release

California Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D., announced today that more than 5.4 million California voters have signed up to track their ballots.

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Mayor’s Podcast Features State Senator

Oct 29, 2025 04:15PM ● By Idaly Valencia, photos by Idaly Valencia

State Sen. Roger Niello, who represents District 6, visited Galt last week for several community events, including an appearance on Mayor Shawn Farmer’s podcast, “Great American Little Town.”

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Council Approves Budget Adjustments, New Engineering Position, New State Codes

Oct 29, 2025 04:06PM ● By John McCallum

The City Council unanimously adopted a mid-term final appropriations adjustment to the city’s 2024-2026 budget along with establishing a new engineering classification in the Public Works Department as part of the consent agenda at its Oct. 21 meeting.

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Voting in California’s 2025 Special Election

Oct 23, 2025 12:15PM ● By Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D. California Secretary of State

How to Make Sure Your Ballot is Secure and Counted

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City Passes E-Bike Safety Ordinance

Oct 23, 2025 11:11AM ● By Idaly Valencia

During its Oct. 7 meeting, the Galt City Council unanimously approved an urgency ordinance regulating the use of e-bikes, e-scooters and similar motorized devices.

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Hundreds of City Workers, Union Members, Cardroom Employees Protest Attorney General Bonta

Oct 22, 2025 02:41PM ● By California Gaming Association News Release

The proposed regulations are unnecessary and punitive, as the games are lawful under California law and have been operating for decades.

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Galt Council Approves A.N.T. Pallet Site Cleanup

Oct 15, 2025 03:48PM ● By John McCallum

Galt City Council took a big step forward at its Oct. 7 meeting to remove hazardous conditions on a property just off U.S. Highway 99 that has plagued the city for several years.

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Public Authority Office Moves

Oct 07, 2025 03:32PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County’s Public Authority office recently moved to a new location. The new office is located at 9300 Tech Center Drive, Suite 100, Sacramento.

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Sephora Settles Over Hazardous Waste Violations

Oct 07, 2025 02:06PM ● By Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office News Release

The Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office, in conjunction with 24 District Attorney’s and City Attorney’s Offices, has reached a $775,000 settlement with Sephora USA regarding the alleged improper handling of hazardous waste generated as part of Sephora’s retail operations.

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Voting Begins for Statewide Special Election

Oct 07, 2025 01:42PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Early Voting Encouraged for Nov. 4 Special Election

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State Water Board to Hold Public Hearing on Proposed Updates to the Bay-Delta Plan

Sep 12, 2025 10:05AM ● By California Water Boards News Release

As part of the process required to update and implement the San Francisco Bay/Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Water Quality Control Plan (Bay-Delta Plan), the State Water Resources Control Board will begin a two-day public hearing on Sept. 25 and 26.

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Council to Discuss Boats, Trailers and RV Parking Rules

Sep 12, 2025 09:59AM ● By City of Galt News Release

The upcoming City Council meeting will review Galt Municipal Code Chapter 8.20.110, “Unlawful Public Nuisances Declared,” which addresses parking and storage of boats, trailers, campers, motor homes and other vehicles on residential properties.

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Sacramento Region Leaders Celebrate Ozone Attainment Milestone

Sep 05, 2025 10:03AM ● By Yolo-Solano Air Quality Management District News Release

At a joint press conference today, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Pacific Southwest Region Administrator Josh F.W. Cook joined local Sacramento leaders to celebrate the region’s successful attainment of the 2008 National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for ground-level ozone by the 2024 deadline.

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Council Approves Liberty Ranch Bond Issuance

Jul 31, 2025 09:26AM ● By John McCallum

The Galt City Council devoted much of its July 15 meeting to financial matters, including unanimously approving a resolution authorizing the issuance of special tax parity bonds for a subdivision development known as Liberty Ranch.

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Hume Highlights County Progress at Annual Address

Jul 31, 2025 09:25AM ● By Idaly Valencia

Sacramento County District 5 Supervisor Patrick Hume delivered his State of the County address July 18, updating local leaders and community partners on infrastructure, public safety and regional development.

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Law Enforcement Partnership Yields 24 Narcotics Arrests

Jul 22, 2025 10:22AM ● By Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office News Release

The Sacramento Police Department, along with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and the Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office announced the results of a recent operation focused on maintaining safety and quality of life in the central city.

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Immigration Enforcement Operations in Sacramento County

Jul 18, 2025 08:52AM ● By Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office News Release

Deputies responded to an incomplete 911 call and found the Florin Home Depot parking lot clear.

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Council Looks to the Past for Park Names

Jul 16, 2025 01:59PM ● By John McCallum

Galt City Council members stuck to a historical theme in selecting names from the past for two of three new parks being built in the city.

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Niello Raises Awareness of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis

Jul 03, 2025 10:44AM ● By Adelyn Fowler

The California State Senate unanimously passed Senate Concurrent Resolution (SCR) 73 on June 23. It aims to establish June 16-June 22, 2025, as familial adenomatous polyposis awareness week, and the ceremony also recognized attenuated familial adenomatous polyposis (AFAP), a subvariant of FAP.

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Governor Newsom announced that the state recovered 113,245 stolen items worth nearly $6.5 million this year.

$6.5 Million in Stolen Goods Seized, Leads Organized Crime Crackdown

Jul 01, 2025 02:12PM ● By Office of Governor Gavin Newsom News Release

Governor Gavin Newsom on June 17 announced that from January to May, the state’s Organized Retail Crime Task Force conducted 331 investigations, 629 arrests and recovered 113,245 stolen items valued at nearly $6.5 million.

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City Council Approves A.N.T. Property Cleanup, Rent Collection

Jun 26, 2025 10:08AM ● By John McCallum

Galt City Council voted unanimously at its June 17 meeting to provide funding for cleanup of the former A.N.T. Pallet site at the corner of Walnut Avenue and West Stockton Boulevard.

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State Deadline Threatens Shut Down of Local Gas Stations

Jun 25, 2025 10:14AM ● By California Fuels and Convenience Alliance (CFCA) News Release

The California Fuels and Convenience Alliance (CFCA) is urging the Legislature to take immediate action to prevent a fuel supply and affordability crisis.

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Civil Case for Pesticide Violations Resolved

Jun 23, 2025 06:11PM ● By MPG Staff

Sacramento County District Attorney Thien Ho, and several other District Attorney’s Offices in California, resolved a civil case against Pure Maintenance Holdings LLC, Pure Products LLC, Michael Adams and Brandon Michael Adams for pesticide violations and unfair business practices.

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Design Dispute Delays Summerfield Homes Project

Jun 19, 2025 09:49AM ● By Idaly Valencia

The Galt Planning Commission voted on June 12 to deny design approval for the proposed Summerfield at Twin Cities development project that is set to be built in north Galt.

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