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August 10th – City Council to Approve all Homeless Safe Ground Sites
On August 10, 2021 Sacramento City Council will vote to approve safe ground sites throughout our Sacramento communities. Some facts: The first city “Safe Ground” was established by Councilperson Katie Valenzuela under the W/X & 6th portion of the Capital...
Read the Results from LPCA’s Survey on Neighborhood Impacts of Homelessness
We love our neighborhoods. They are where we raise our kids, make life-long friends and come home to recharge after work. Unfortunately, the impact of homelessness has also taken its toll on our own “safe spaces” including schools, parks and local businesses. This...
July 21st LPCA Meeting: Big Turnout & Big Discussions
The LPCA held its first in-person meeting on Wednesday, July 21st at the William A. Carroll Amphitheater in the late afternoon. People must have been ready to get out and congregate as 120 folks showed up! Thank you all who joined us. Our Land Use and Park Committee...
PG&E Releases Land Park-Focused Page on Pipeline Upgrade
Are you wondering about the gas line project currently impacting our neighborhood streets? Interested in getting the latest information about gas being turned off due to their work? You can now find everything on our own Land Park-focused PG&E website page! We...
July 8th Land Park News is Ready to Review!
The latest issue of the Land Park News is now available to read. We’d like to point out the great article (page 2) written by a local neighbor concerning R1 Upzoning, SB9 & SB10. If you are not aware, R1 Upzoning will negatively impact all of our California...
D4 Homeless Task Force Meeting Update
The D4 HomelessTask Force, led by Councilperson Katie Valenzuela met on June 30th. District 4 neighborhoods have been asked to attend these meetings, provide feedback and hear the latest updates. LPCA board member Ignacio Barragan represents our community at these...
2021 – 2022 Police Budget and What You Need to Know
Last week Sacramento City Council passed the Sacramento City Budget, which included the support of new tools, resources and staff for our Police Department. Although the majority of city council members approved this budget, some voted against and were not happy with...
You can Nail’em and Curb Illegal Firework Use this Summer
Summer 2021 promises to be a dry, hot season in Sacramento. With it, brings the increased use of illegal fireworks in our communities. Results can include personal injury, heightened anxiety in vulnerable populations and dangerous fires. This year Sacramento Fire...
The May Issue of Land Park News is Here!
This month, the Land Park News features a story about illegal fishing in our parks and the impact it has on our ducks and geese. We would like to specifically thank Lance Armstrong on his very informative and balanced story (page 2). Although the LPCA does not manage...
Giving Up a Pet can Be an Act of Love
Sometimes it’s not possible to keep a beloved pet. A family member passes away, or a life schedule changes. There can be many understandable reasons yet a pet owner could struggle with taking their pet to a shelter. It just may not feel right. Front Street Animal...