Community Enhancement & Investment Fund Application Period Is Open

The city is now accepting Community Enhancement & Investment Fund grant applications! The city will provide grants to individuals, organizations and community partners who are interested in enhancing the Rancho Cordova community through arts, culture, history, entertainment, youth services, and other community-oriented programs and projects.

Applications are available to submit now through Friday, March 13, 2026, at 12 PM PST. If your project or program will take place at a school or park, your application is due by Friday, March 6, 2026, at 12 PM.

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FCUSD Students Create Waves of Kindness on Campus

More than 2,400 elementary students across Rancho Cordova are participating in a powerful social–emotional learning art experience this month, inspired by the book The Magic of Making a Difference: One CAN Make a Difference.

The initiative, Waves of Kindness, invites students to design their own colorful flag banners using drawings, poetry, stickers, and handwritten messages of encouragement.

Thanks to generous grant support from the City of Rancho Cordova Government, all creative materials are being provided at no cost to participating schools through the Community Enhancement and Investment Fund.

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STEM-Focused Grant Programs Inspire Local Youth

From September through January, Rancho Cordova youth participated in two innovative STEM-based after-school programs supported by the Community Enhancement & Investment Fund. Falkon Robotics hosted a robot-building program at Mitchell Middle School, while Suvidha International Foundation led an Industrial AI Agent Development program at Cordova High School.

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City Offers Beautification Programs for Residents

Interested in sprucing up your front yard? The City of Rancho Cordova has a program that can help with low water landscapes, along with several other beautification focused programs. Learn more about the programs and whether you qualify.

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Get Free Trees to Plant in Your Yard!

The city, in partnership with the Sacramento Tree Foundation, provides all Rancho Cordova residents with up to 10 free shade trees.

The City of Rancho Cordova also has a free Stump Removal and Replacement Program that can help you remove tree stumps and find free replacement trees. 

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Take the Survey! Lincoln Village Neighborhood Pavement Rehabilitation Project

The city wants to hear from you! The city is currently designing a project to rehabilitate the pavement, update sidewalk and curb ramp accessibility, improve storm drainage, and install traffic calming devices in the Lincoln Village neighborhood. This project aims to upgrade accessibility, increase pedestrian safety, improve water conveyance, and extend the life of the pavement.

Complete the online survey to share your input and help shape the final project.

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Infrastructure Projects Underway

The city's Public Works team continues to work on the following infrastructure projects in Rancho Cordova:

• Countryside Neighborhood Rehabilitation, Phase 2
• Mather Field Road Enhancements, Phase 1 - Construction begins in Winter/Spring 2026

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Applications for the Community Pride Scholarship Now Open!

The City of Rancho Cordova is proud to award

two $1,250 Community Pride Scholarships

to graduating high school seniors who demonstrate outstanding community service, leadership, and academic excellence. The Community Pride Scholarship was created and is funded by City of Rancho Cordova employees, with support from the City of Rancho Cordova, which matches $1 for every hour city employees volunteer within the Rancho Cordova community. All application materials must be received by 5 PM on Friday, March 20, 2026.

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RCYC is Open During Spring Break!

Looking for something free, fun (and educational) for K-12th graders during Spring Break? The Rancho Cordova Youth Center (RCYC) will be open during Spring Break—April 3–10 (closed April 4–5) from 12 PM–5:30 PM, plus free specialty programming that’s available to those who sign up on a first-come, first-served basis. 

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Free Pet Vaccine & Microchip Clinics Dates for 2026

The City of Rancho Cordova Animal Services Division is offering free drive-thru rabies vaccines and microchips for pets belonging to Rancho Cordova residents throughout 2026. Appointments are required and open two weeks prior to each clinic date. Clinics are held from 8 AM - 12 PM at Neighborhood Services, 2880 Gold Tailings Court.

Upcoming 2026 Clinic Dates:

• Saturday, April 4, 2026
• Saturday, June 6, 2026
• Saturday, August 1, 2026
• Saturday, October 3, 2026
• Saturday, December 5, 2026

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Kitten Season is Here: Support Animal Services by Donating Items

Looking for ways to support the Animal Services department during kitten season? Help lost or stray cats stay safe and comfortable while in care by donating clean towels or blankets and new pet items to the city's Animal Services Division. Drop off donations during business hours at 2880 Gold Tailings Court, or purchase and donate supplies online.

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Arrest Made in Rancho Cordova Little League Embezzlement Case

In Spring 2025, Rancho Cordova Little League reported more than $80,000 stolen following a fundraising event involving hired DJ Joseph Eta.

The Rancho Cordova Police Department, working with the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office and the Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office located Eta in Modesto and took him into custody without incident.

He was arrested for forgery and grand theft, posted bail, and appeared in court on February 26, 2026. The investigation remains ongoing, and anyone with additional information is encouraged to contact the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office or Sacramento Valley Crime Stoppers.

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RCPD Officers Help Locate Missing Woman

In February, RCPD officers responded to a report of a missing elderly woman who suffers from dementia. Given her condition, there was immediate concern for her safety and officers quickly coordinated their response and conducted a focused and coordinated area search. As a result of their efforts, the woman was located safely and reunited with her family without incident.

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Rancho Cordova has a thriving business ecosystem, with 3,500 businesses and a workforce of over 65,000. Rancho Cordova businesses drive the city’s economic development through innovation, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit.

Now Open

• Angela's Floral Design, 2310 Sunrise Boulevard, Ste. 5
• Benji’s Woodfire Pizza, 2350 Sunrise Boulevard
• Farm Plates, 3191 Zinfandel Drive, Ste. 3
• Kids Empire, 10309 Folsom Boulevard
• Li’s Mongolian BBQ, 2878 Zinfandel Drive, Ste. B
• Manteca Donuts 5, 10731 Coloma Road
• Pho Vibe, 9791 Lincoln Village Drive, Ste. 120
• Sourdough & Co., 4040 Sunrise Boulevard, Ste. 120

Coming Soon

• Crazee4Pasta, 2204 Sunrise Boulevard
• Live Well Animal Hospital, Anatolia Marketplace
• Pho Tasty, 2738 Sunrise Boulevard
• Taqueria La Perla Tapatia, 3221 Zinfandel Drive

Art at City Hall: Where the Wild Things Grow

The Art at City Hall (AACH) exhibition in January 2026 marks its 54th show. The new exhibition, "Where the Wild Things Grow," celebrates the splendor of the natural world—exploring the rich interplay of plants, animals, and the landscapes that shape and surround our lives.

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"Moment in Focus" Exhibit at the MACC

The MACC hosts the "Moments in Focus" Exhibit, featuring art from photographers, both professional and amateur, in Northern California. The exhibit runs from March 5 - 21, 2026.

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March 13: Cordova Community Council Volunteer Awards

The Cordova Community Council Volunteer Awards is a public event celebrating and inspiring volunteerism in the community while raising the profile of outstanding volunteer efforts. The annual event takes place on March 13 at 6 PM.

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March 13: Sacramento Children's Museum Hosts Shamrock Shimmy

On March 13, children with special and sensory needs, their families, and their friends are invited to join the Sacramento Children's Museum for an evening of dancing and museum play from 5 PM - 6:30 PM. Do the Shamrock Shimmy!

Registration is required and admission is $3 per person for everyone over the age of 1 year.

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March 18: Public Safety Community Meeting with Assemblymember Josh Hoover

Join Assemblymember Josh Hoover for a Public Safety Community Meeting with the Rancho Cordova Police Department. The meeting is set for Wednesday, March 18 from 6 PM - 7 PM at the Rancho Cordova Elks Lodge. Attendees will get a legislative update from Assemblymember Hoover and public safety updates from RCPD.

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Riverview STEM Academy Welcomes Applicants for 6th and 7th Grade

At Riverview STEM Academy, students don't just learn—they lead, innovate, and succeed in a collaborative STEM-focused environment designed to prepare them for the future.

Apply today for the upcoming school year for 6th and 7th Grade.

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California Capital Airshow Scholarship Applications Now Open

Each year, thanks to generous sponsors, partners, and a portion of Airshow ticket proceeds, the California Capital Airshow awards scholarships to students pursuing education in aviation, aerospace engineering, environmental science, airport management, aircraft maintenance, aviation safety, and other STEM fields. Applications open January 13, 2026, and close May 1. Recipients will be announced on June 1.

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