Third Annual Spring Service Day: May 16, 2026 | |
The third annual Spring Service Day is almost here! Join fellow residents and community partners to make a difference through impactful community service projects.
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| | Groundbreaking Launches Mather Veterans Village Phase IV | |
On April 10, Mercy Housing, Nation’s Finest, the City of Rancho Cordova, and the County of Sacramento, joined by Congressman Ami Bera, gathered to break ground on Mather Veterans Village Phase IV, expanding permanent supportive housing for homeless and disabled veterans in Sacramento County.
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| | Introducing the "Inside Rancho Cordova City Hall" Podcast Series | |
The “Inside Rancho Cordova City Hall” podcast series will feature in-depth interviews and real stories about the projects, policies, and ideas driving the city forward. Each week, listeners will hear conversations with project leaders and innovators discussing current initiatives, future development, and the issues that matter most to residents and businesses.
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Join Mayor Gatewood for coffee on Tuesday, May 19 from 9 AM – 10 AM at Howard's Donuts located at 2340 Sunrise Boulevard. Grab a cup of coffee and join Mayor Gatewood for casual conversation about what’s happening in Rancho Cordova. This informal meetup is a chance to ask questions, share ideas, and connect with your city leadership in a relaxed setting.
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| | May is Asian Pacific American Heritage Month | |
May is national Asian Pacific American Heritage Month. Join us at several events in the city and region to celebrate.
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| | Don’t Miss the First Survey Coming in May! | |
Do you have one minute a month to help shape the City of Rancho Cordova? Join your friends and neighbors and make your voice heard on important local issues. Sign up for Flash Vote to provide input on key city topics and more.
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"Romeo & Juliet: A Tale of Star-Crossed Lovers on the High Seas" Performed by Hummingbird Theater Co.
Hummingbird Theater Co. Presents "Romeo and Juliet: A Tale of Star-Crossed Lovers on the High Seas." Head to the Heartstoppers Haunted House from May 8, 2026 - May 24th, 2026, for an unforgettable night of romance and adventure. Expect spooky vibes, thrilling moments, and a tale that’ll keep you hooked from start to finish.
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Rancho Cordova River City Concert Band Presents “Showstoppers! A Musical Spectacular”
The Rancho Cordova River City Concert Band will present “Showstoppers! A Musical Spectacular,” a series of two live performances. The first performance will take place on Sunday, May 3, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Koreana Plaza, and the second performance will be held on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Cordova Performing Arts Center. Both events are free and open to the public. Attendees are encouraged to bring non-perishable food donations to support the Rancho Cordova Food Locker.
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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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What's Coming to Your Neighborhood
From major corridors to neighborhood streets, the Rancho Cordova Public Works team is hard at work upgrading roads across the city. Here’s a look at the work happening around Rancho Cordova.
- Mather Field Road Phase One
- Countryside Neighborhood Street Rehabilitation Phase Two
- Lincoln Village Neighborhood Street Rehabilitation
- Mills Park Drive and Croetto Way Improvements
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NEW! Free RCYC Summer Programs Announced
Travelers Through Time Summer Camp at the RCYC will be an immersive, adventure-filled experience where youth journey across history—from prehistoric times to ancient civilizations and the Viking Age—through hands-on learning and play. Each day blends creativity, discovery, and connection with activities like arts and crafts, STEAM challenges, reading, physical games, and social-emotional learning. Each week ends with a fun, themed movie night every Friday, celebrating their journey and bringing each era to life.
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Free Pet Vaccine & Microchip Clinic 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, June 6, 2026
- Saturday, August 1, 2026
- Saturday, October 3, 2026
- Saturday, December 5, 2026
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What to Know About Kitten Season
Spring is here, and the City of Rancho Cordova Animal Services Division is preparing for the busiest season of the year—kitten season!
Between the months of April through August, wildlife and feline offspring are popping up in the most surprising situations, sometimes requiring intervention for their survival. The most common orphaned animals needing care are kittens, opossums, squirrels and fledglings.
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RCPD Works to Stop Speeders on Douglas Road
The Rancho Cordova Police Department works closely with the Rancho Cordova Public Works Department to address traffic safety concerns in our city.
As part of their ongoing traffic data collection, the Public Works Department recently conducted a survey on Douglas Road and noticed a number of speeders. The RCPD Traffic Unit responded with enforcement actions. A number of speeders were stopped and cited for violating the speed limit on Douglas Road, including one who was traveling at 96 MPH.
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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. | |
Memorial Day Student Art Contest
Create and submit 2-D art that captures the beauty and significance of the American flag to enter the contest! This Student Art Contest event is open to all students in K-12. The top 10 selections will be awarded $25 gift cards and a Rancho Cordova jigsaw puzzle. Entries may be dropped off at the MACC at 10191 Mills Station Road during regular business hours through May 16.
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Art at City Hall: "Wonder and Whimsy"
The Art at City Hall exhibition, "Wonder and Whimsy," is a chance to explore something mysterious and new, creating whimsical characters or fanciful scenery.
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"Art A' La Carte" Exhibit at the MACC
The MACC exhibit "Art A' La Carte" will run from May 7-23, celebrating food and the farm to fork movement. Artists will upcycle a catering tray into a piece of art about food.
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May 9: 17th Annual iFest & Wines of the World
The 17th Annual Rancho Cordova iFest is an international festival celebrating the ethnic diversity of the community and reaching out to newcomer groups by offering an opportunity for them to showcase their cultural heritage. The event is a FREE, family-friendly evening in an outdoor setting. It celebrates the sounds, dance and tastes from around the world... and around the corner.
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May 25: Rancho Cordova Memorial Day Observance
Nationwide, Memorial Day marks the kick-off of America 250. The Memorial Day Observance, put on by the Cordova Community Council, will include a moving musical tribute and recognition ceremony for Memorial Day, staged at the beautiful Cordova High School Performing Arts Center.
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May 27: Atlas Disposal and Soil Born Farms Host Compost Workshop
Get ready to dig in! Join Atlas Disposal and Soil Born Farms for its first Compost Workshop of the year on May 27. Learn how to turn food scraps into nutrient-rich soil, explore the science of composting, and get hands-on with real compost. Participants will take home a bucket of compost and a $25 Green Acres Nursery gift card. Space is limited, sign up today and kickstart your composting journey this spring!
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SacRT Blue Line Service Disruptions Scheduled in May
Starting Thursday, May 7, 2026, SacRT will begin construction on two stations in the south area of the Blue Line.
A bus bridge (shuttle buses) will replace train service between 47th Avenue Station and Franklin Station from Thursday, May 7 through Friday, May 22, 2026. Closed stations include Florin, Meadowview and Morrison Creek.
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Help Leadership Rancho Cordova Class XIX Fundraise for the Rancho Cordova Food Locker Community Food Hub
Help this year's Leadership Rancho Cordova class raise money to build the new community garden at the future location of the Rancho Cordova Food Locker Community Food Hub.
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Join Our Team!
Upcoming Job Openings:
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Code Enforcement Officer I/II (Neighborhood Services Department) *Recruitment will close on Sunday, May 10, 2026, or upon receipt of the first 150 applications, whichever occurs first.
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Planning Technician I/II (Community Development Department) *Recruitment will close on Sunday, May 3, 2026, or upon receipt of the first 150 applications, whichever occurs first.
Upcoming Job Openings:
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Administrative Assistant I/II (Communications & Public Affairs Department)
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Management Analyst I/II - Part-time/Temporary (Communications & Public Affairs Department)
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