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Council Adopts Objective Residential Design Standards

Jun 17, 2026 09:39AM ● By John McCallum

At its June 2 meeting, the City Council unanimously approved an ordinance amending and updating the city’s single-family residential design standards.

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Webb to Join University of the Pacific

Jun 17, 2026 09:31AM ● By Paige Lampson, Sports Editor

Liberty Ranch High School STUNT athlete Emma Webb will continue her athletic and academic career at the University of the Pacific in Stockton this fall, where she will be part of the school’s inaugural STUNT program.

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Sacramento Launches Campaign for MLB Expansion Team

Jun 02, 2026 10:34AM ● By The Sacramento Pitch News Release

California capital unveils The Sacramento Pitch, backed by a fully entitled 50-acre stadium site and nearly $2 billion in public-private commitments

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Let’s Not Just Talk About Housing Affordability – Let’s Act

Jun 02, 2026 10:31AM ● By Tim Murphy, North State Building Industry Association

For the past decade, Californians have been leaving the Golden State in droves to find more affordable places to live. We now have proof they’re making the right decision.

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April New Home Sales Rebound from March, North State BIA Reports

May 26, 2026 07:06PM ● By North State BIA News Release

After two straight below-average months, new home sales in the greater Sacramento area showed a modest rebound in April, the North State Building Industry Association (BIA) reported today.

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Planning Commission Advances Two Housing Projects

Apr 21, 2026 05:42PM ● By Idaly Valencia, photos by Idaly Valencia

The Planning Commission on April 9 advanced two residential developments, recommending approval of the Dry Creek West project and signing off on final design review for the Sheffield subdivision.

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Five Benefits of Buying a New Home

Apr 21, 2026 11:03AM ● By Tim Murphy, North State Building Industry Association

Every April, the homebuilding industry celebrates New Homes Month, a time to remember that even in today’s challenging market, new homes offer strong long-term value for buyers in the Sacramento region.

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New Superior Courthouse to Open in Sacramento Railyards

Mar 09, 2026 06:05PM ● By Sacramento County Superior Court News Release

Preparations are underway to open the new Tani G. Cantil-Sakauye Sacramento Superior Courthouse next month in the Sacramento Railyards.

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Council Reduces Fees to Boost Multifamily, Infill Construction

Feb 11, 2026 10:54AM ● By John McCallum

The City Council unanimously adopted a resolution at its Feb. 3 meeting reducing some construction fees in the hope it will spur developers to build more multifamily projects and residential units on smaller parcels in the city.

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Public Hearing Set for Galt Ranch Development

Feb 04, 2026 10:34AM ● By City of Galt News Release

The City of Galt Planning Commission will hold a public hearing at 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 12 to consider several entitlement requests related to the proposed Galt Ranch Commercial Development.

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Public Hearing Set for Galt Ranch Development

Feb 04, 2026 10:34AM ● By City of Galt News Release

The City of Galt Planning Commission will hold a public hearing at 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 12 to consider several entitlement requests related to the proposed Galt Ranch Commercial Development.

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Single-Family Homes Making an Impact on Homelessness

Jan 26, 2026 03:19PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

City Net has a proven track record of successful street outreach, case management and shelter operations up and down California. The

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Home Sales Return to Pre-Pandemic Levels

Jan 20, 2026 12:35PM ● By North State Building Industry Association News Release

New home sales in the greater Sacramento region returned to pre-pandemic levels in 2025, signaling that the pandemic-era housing boom has ended, the North State Building Industry Association reported recently.

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Lippi Ranch Project Gets Two-Year Extension

Jan 13, 2026 04:56PM ● By Idaly Valencia

The Galt Planning Commission addressed leadership changes and updated the timeline for a long-planned residential development during its Jan. 8 meeting.

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California Homeowners Could Qualify for Grants for New Roofs and Fire Safety

Jan 13, 2026 03:51PM ● By Levi Sumagaysay, CALMatters.org

Some homeowners in areas of California with high wildfire risk could eventually get money for new roofs or to build fire-resistant zones around their properties under a new state law that went into effect Jan. 1.

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Coyote Creek Solar Project Faces Uncertain Path Forward

Jan 13, 2026 12:02PM ● By Gail Bullen, River Valley Times Reporter

Despite Sacramento Municipal Utility District’s decision to walk away from a power purchase agreement, the developer of the controversial Coyote Creek Agrivoltaic Ranch says it intends to press ahead, leaving the 200-megawatt solar project facing an uncertain and potentially more complex path forward.

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New Restaurants, Shops Coming to Town

Jan 07, 2026 03:15PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Galt’s Latest Openings and Business Updates

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Home Sales Decline but Remain Within Seasonal Normals

Dec 23, 2025 11:26AM ● By North State Building Industry Association News Release

New home sales in the greater Sacramento region reflected normal levels in November as builder incentives continued to promote seasonal sales volumes.

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Home Sales Remain Above Average During October

Nov 24, 2025 02:39PM ● By MPG Staff

New home sales in the Sacramento region rose modestly in September and remained above the historical average for this time of year, the North State Building Industry Association announced on Nov. 11.

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Commission Approves Sheffield Housing Project, Grocery Outlet Permit

Nov 19, 2025 04:26PM ● By Idaly Valencia, photos by Idaly Valencia

At its Nov. 13 meeting, the Galt Planning Commission unanimously approved two major proposals for a new Grocery Outlet store and a 65-home residential subdivision to the city.

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Public Review Open for Sheffield Subdivision Project

Oct 09, 2025 10:13AM ● By MPG Staff

The City of Galt is inviting residents to provide feedback on the proposed Sheffield Subdivision Project, a 9.5-acre development planned for 13315 E. Stockton Boulevard.

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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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County Launches New Property Tax System

Sep 30, 2025 12:00PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

After three years of planning and development, Sacramento County has launched a modern property tax system that replaced a decades-old platform responsible for collecting and distributing more than $3.1 billion in annual tax revenue for the county, school districts, cities and special districts.

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Galt Council Sustains Summerfield Planning Design Appeal

Sep 24, 2025 03:32PM ● By John McCallum

The Galt City Council sustained the appeal of a Planning Commission denial of a design review application for a major subdivision project, a decision allowing Summerfield at Twin Cities housing developer Lennar Homes to move forward with construction as early as this week.

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Major Arena Soccer League Coming to Sacramento-Cordova Region

Sep 23, 2025 04:25PM ● By MPG Staff

Major Arena Soccer League Coming to Sacramento-Cordova Region

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Helping Older Resident Repair Home

Sep 22, 2025 01:44PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

When a 77-year-old Sacramento County resident began facing mounting fines and pressure from her homeowners’ association (HOA) over much-needed repairs to her home, she wasn’t sure where to turn.

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Sacramento-Area New Home Sales Continued

Sep 16, 2025 04:43PM ● By North State Building Industry Association News Release

Moving Upward in August, North State BIA Reports

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Council Approves Home Buying Assistance Program

Sep 10, 2025 04:17PM ● By Idaly Valencia, photos by Idaly Valencia

From rising costs for senior programs to a proposed housing incentive for city employees, Galt City Council heard reports and public input during its Sept. 2 meeting.

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New Home Sales Rebound in July

Aug 26, 2025 08:46AM ● By North State Building Industry Association News Release

July new home sales in the greater Sacramento region rebounded from June's low point, with 480 sales reported by North State Building Industry Association members, the association reported Aug. 12.

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Second Chances for Justice-Involved Adults

Aug 05, 2025 11:07AM ● By County Health and Social Services News Release

A new chapter began for dozens of Sacramento County residents stepping into stability, safety and a second chance.

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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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Ownership Versus Affordability

Jul 28, 2025 05:29PM ● By Seth Henderson, photos by Seth Henderson

More than 120,000 apartment units fill the Sacramento region, with a vacancy rate of about 4.2%, compared to just 0.6% for conventional homes and 1% or less for manufactured home parks, according to data from Apartments.com, the U.S. Census Bureau, and state housing reports.

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Residents Voice Safety Concerns with Fairway Oaks Development

Jul 24, 2025 09:57AM ● By John McCallum

The Galt City Council’s decision at its July 15 meeting to delay approval of the Fairway Oaks subdivision Final Map and Subdivision Improvement Agreement proved a wise move as the meeting’s public comments revealed a number of residents’ concerns about the development.

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Galt in Water Shortage Stage 2 Alert; Conservation Measures in Effect

Jul 10, 2025 11:20AM ● By City of Galt News Release

The City of Galt is currently in a Water Shortage Stage 2 Alert, as outlined in Galt Municipal Code Section 13.10.060 and the city’s approved Water Shortage Contingency Plan (WSCP).

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