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Bay City Electric Opens Galt Facility

Mar 20, 2025 11:53AM ● By Sean P. Thomas, City Editor

Bay City Electric, a major leader in generator sales, parts and rentals, held its grand opening last week for its new 9-acre facility on Industrial Way.

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California Drivers See a Slight Break at the Pump

Mar 03, 2025 06:16PM ● By AAA Northen California News Release

With winter nearly in the rearview, temperatures warmed up while gas prices cooled down. Last week, gas prices dropped by three cents, bringing the national average to $3.12 per gallon.

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Key Issues to Watch in 2025

Jan 09, 2025 02:56PM ● By Sean P. Thomas, City Editor

As the city of Galt barrels into the new year, here are a few of the high-water issues that residents might want to keep their eyes on heading into 2025.

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Court Gives Text Scam Alert

Dec 31, 2024 08:57AM ● By Sacramento Superior Court News Release

Sacramento Superior Court has been notified of an active “smishing” campaign in California.

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Home Heating Expenditures Projected to Increase by 8.7%

Dec 30, 2024 05:58PM ● By National Energy Assistance Directors Association News Release

Home heating costs this winter will remain unaffordable for millions of lower income families, according to the National Energy Assistance Directors Association.

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City Clarifies Proposed Maverik Gas Station

Nov 21, 2024 11:02AM ● By Matthew Malone

Galt planning staff clarified the status of an application from a fuel and convenience store chain, saying at the Nov. 14 Planning Commission meeting that it has been the subject of “false information” on social media.

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Final P&R Master Plan Workshop Scheduled

Nov 21, 2024 10:57AM ● By Matthew Malone

A second community meeting on Galt’s Parks and Recreation Master Plan is set for December, Parks and Recreation Director Armando Solis said at the Parks and Recreation Commission’s Nov. 13 regular meeting.

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Toy Drive Applications Open

Nov 21, 2024 10:51AM ● By Matthew Malone

First responders are accepting applications from families for the annual Galt Toy Drive. The drive provides holiday gifts for Galt families in need and the deadline to apply is Dec. 5. Toy donations are also open.

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Kiwanis Dog Parks Open After Refresh

Oct 17, 2024 09:34AM ● By Matthew Malone

Every dog has its day and now so does every dog park. On Oct. 12, Kiwanis Club of Galt and the city of Galt held a grand reopening of the Kiwanis Bark Parks at Monterey Park, renovated with the help of a donation from Kiwanis.

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Mustangs No Match for the Hawks

Oct 14, 2024 09:50AM ● By Paige Lampson, photos by Tom Santillan

The Liberty Ranch football team dominated the Argonaut Mustangs 27-50 on Friday, Oct. 4, at Argonaut High in Jackson.

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IRS Reminds Taxpayers of Oct. 15 Tax-Filing Extension Deadline; Combat Zones, Disaster Areas, Israel have more time

Oct 07, 2024 02:28PM ● By IRS Media Relations News Release

The Internal Revenue Service encouraged taxpayers Oct. 7 to file their 2023 tax year federal income tax return on or before the upcoming Tuesday, Oct. 15, deadline to avoid possible late filing penalties.

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Treasure Hunting at Stores in Galt

Oct 03, 2024 12:29PM ● By Ramona and Chris Scarborough

When you go to a thrift store, a consignment store or a nonprofit that reuses items, do you ever think, “I’m part of helping save the environment”?

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Shopping at the Galt Flea and Produce Market

Sep 27, 2024 12:53PM ● By Ramona and Chris Scarborough

The Galt Flea and Produce Market parking lot was packed. These customers know where to find great bargains and fresh vegetables and fruit.

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IRS Encourages People to Do an End-Of-Summer Tax Checkup

Sep 18, 2024 09:24AM ● By IRS News Release

The Internal Revenue Service today encouraged taxpayers to consider using the end of the summer to make tax withholding or payment updates to avoid a potential surprise next year at tax time.

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Workshop Gathers Parks Ideas

Sep 05, 2024 11:44AM ● By Matthew Malone

A group of Galt residents gave their thoughts on city parks on Aug. 27 as part of the first public workshop on the city’s Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan.

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Elk Grove Macy’s Holds Ribbon-Cutting

Aug 29, 2024 09:26AM ● By J.G. Wirt

The new Elk Grove Macy’s opened with a ribbon-cutting Aug. 23 in the Laguna Crossroads shopping center at Laguna Boulevard and Bruceville Road.

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Board of Supervisors Adopt Infill Program

Aug 27, 2024 01:05PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors voted Aug. 20 to adopt the County’s Infill Program Update and directed staff to implement certain actions identified in the plan to accelerate the Program

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California Aims to Improve Ability to Measure How Much Water Is Flowing Throughout the State

Aug 20, 2024 08:55AM ● By California Department of Water Resources News Release

On Aug. 15, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) announced a new partnership opportunity to support the state’s ability to measure stream and river flows through the California Stream Gage Improvement Program (CalSIP) as climate extremes continue to impact the state’s water supply

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Greater Sacramento Economic Council Hosts Delegation to South Korea

Aug 19, 2024 05:48PM ● By Heather Atherton, Atherton PR News Release

Greater Sacramento Economic Council (GSEC) is hosting its first delegation to South Korea Aug. 16 through 26, led by the new Chair of GSEC’s Board of Directors, UC Davis Chancellor Gary S. May

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Cosumnes CSD Amends Its Salary Schedule

Aug 01, 2024 10:03AM ● By Matthew Malone

The Cosumnes Community Services District board of directors at the regular July 17 meeting unanimously approved changes to the district’s salary schedule.

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CHP Swears In 102 New Officers

Jul 31, 2024 02:35PM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

On July 12, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) proudly introduced 102 of the state’s newest officers during a swearing-in ceremony at the CHP Academy in West Sacramento

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Caltrans Awards $51.4 Million for Sustainable Transportation Projects

Jul 31, 2024 02:13PM ● By Caltrans News Release

On July 9, Caltrans awarded $51.4 million in planning grants for 89 sustainable, climate-resilient transportation projects throughout California

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Governor Newsom Orders State Agencies to Address Homeless Encampments

Jul 31, 2024 02:06PM ● By Office of Governor Gavin Newsom News Release

Governor Gavin Newsom issued an executive order on July 25 ordering state agencies and departments to adopt clear policies that urgently address homeless encampments while respecting the dignity and well-being of all Californians

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Sloppy Staff Work and Agenda Hide-And-Seek Taint Board of Supervisors’ 2023 Pay Raise

Jul 31, 2024 01:59PM ● By Sacramento County Grand Jury News Release

Missed crucial details, an uncorrected math error, and an astonishing lack of transparency are among the significant problems the 2023-24 Sacramento County Grand Jury found when it investigated the process used by the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors to award themselves a hefty salary increase in 2023

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Edible Food Recovery Microgrants Available

Jul 31, 2024 11:52AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Capital Food Access Alliance – a regional collaboration between Sacramento County and the cities of Citrus Heights, Elk Grove, Galt, Folsom, Rancho Cordova, Sacramento – has released Edible Food Recovery Microgrants to help local organizations expand their capacity to accept food donations for distribution throughout the community

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Griffin to Direct Public Works

Jul 25, 2024 02:08PM ● By Matthew Malone

John Griffin, a city of Galt public works employee, has been appointed as the permanent public works director.

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Capital SouthEast Connector Project’s $25-Million Funding Celebrated

Jul 17, 2024 01:17PM ● By Capital SouthEast Connector News Release

Many of the region’s elected officials with leaders in public safety and transportation on July 17 celebrated the United States Department of Transportation’s (DOT) allocation of $25 million to the Capital SouthEast Connector project.

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Stay Comfortable and Save Money During Heat Wave

Jul 10, 2024 02:02PM ● By SMUD News Release

SMUD Has Enough Power Resources for The Heat Wave

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State Fair Here for 17 Days

Jul 09, 2024 01:30PM ● By Carol Feineman

California State Fair Honors the State's Agricultural Industry, with Much to See and Enjoy

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Assessor Wynn Releases Property Assessment Roll

Jul 09, 2024 11:55AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County Property Assessment Roll Sets New Record

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Sacramento Superior Court Launches Second Phase

Jun 25, 2024 04:47PM ● By Sacramento Superior Court News Release

The Sacramento Superior Court on June 17 Launched the Second Phase of its New Electronic Case Management System

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CalCompetes Program Reaches $50 Billion of Private Investment

Jun 18, 2024 01:52PM ● By Office of Governor Gavin Newsom News Release

The Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) Announced on June 14 the Latest Round of Awards Under the CalCompetes Program

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Homebuyer Assistance Program Available to Help Households Impacted by Wildfires

Jun 14, 2024 11:40AM ● By Golden State Finance Authority News Release

Up to $350,000 in Forgivable Assistance Available to Qualifying Households

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Rancheria to Expand Casino

Jun 13, 2024 09:59AM ● By Matthew Malone

Wilton Rancheria announced on June 7 that it is expanding its Sky River Casino, with planned additions over the next three years including a hotel, an expanded gaming floor, and a pool and spa.

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