City Council Approves District-Based Elections

On Monday, October 2, 2023, after a 90-day public process that included seven public hearings and community meetings, as well as public discussion and participation in drafting district maps, the Rancho Cordova City Council voted to adopt an ordinance to transition from at-large to district-based elections. Learn more

Help Shape the City of Rancho Cordova

Do you have one minute a month to help shape the City of Rancho Cordova? Sign up for Flash Vote to provide input on key city topics and more. Learn more

City Seeking Applications for Planning Commissioner

The application process is open for an at-large Planning Commissioner to fill an existing term through December 2026. Learn more

City Welcomes New Members to Leadership Team

David W. Kwong will serve as Assistant City Manager, and Rita Gass is the new Chief Technology & Innovation Officer. Learn more

National Hispanic Heritage Month

Rancho Cordova celebrates and supports our Hispanic community during Hispanic Heritage Month, September 15 – October 15, and throughout the yearLearn more

Climate Action and Adaptation Plans Adopted by City Council

The City Council has approved the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP). An implementation strategy will be designed next. Learn more

Youth Programs Supported by City's Community Enhancement & Investment Fund

For the last two years, the Suvidha International Foundation has hosted a Robotics program and a Speech & Debate program free for Rancho Cordova youth. An Artificial Intelligence program was added to its lineup this year. Learn more

RCPD to Host Neighborhood Watch Meeting October 24

Join Rancho Cordova Police Department for a Neighborhood Watch meeting on Tuesday, October 24. The meeting is open to all residents, whether you are a member of an active Neighborhood Watch group or interested in potential partnerships. Learn more

Christmas in Cordova to Support 350 Families in Need

Christmas in Cordova offers parents the ability to provide new toys for their children at Christmas. Organized by RCPD PAL, the motto is “Every child should have a present to open at Christmas.” Applications are being accepted at the Rancho Cordova Youth Center through October 26.  Learn more

Construction, Road Improvements Ongoing in October

Exciting developments are underway throughout the city! Here’s what you can expect in the coming weeks. Remember to travel through construction areas with caution and reduce travel speeds. Learn more

Mather Field Road Rehabilitation Continues

This project is rehabilitating Mather Field Road between Folsom Boulevard and International Drive. Upgrades will include a resurfaced roadway, new medians and landscaping, improved ADA access, and upgraded traffic signals. For four weeks through early November, heavy machinery will generate loud noise in the project area. Please reduce speeds and use caution. Learn more

Community Meeting for Traffic Calming Measures on Baroque Drive – October 18 | 5:30 PM

Join us for a Public Meeting to share your feedback about a new traffic calming project in your neighborhood.


Bear Hollow Stormwater Basin & Pump Station Tour – October 19 | 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM

Join us for a walking tour and learn about the basin ecosystem, look inside the pump station, and achieve your step count goals by walking to the new educational signs. 

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Barrel District Features Fall Events, Drinks and Fun

Rancho Cordova's Barrel District has a fun lineup of events this month, including live music, trivia, food trucks and more. Learn more

Art at City Hall: Found Objects

Rancho Cordova's newest art exhibit features discovered and discarded objects assembled together. The art is on display at City Hall through Friday, October 20. 

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When Poetry and Art Collide

The MACC is set to host this special exhibit showcasing jointly inspired art and poetry, through October 21. Learn more

Cordova High School Drama to Feature "Clue"

Tickets are now on sale for this live theatre production set to run Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays through October 14. Buy Tickets

New Play at Village Green Amphitheater

"The Crucible" is an enthralling tale of the Salem Witch Trials produced by the Hummingbird Theatre Company. Get your tickets now for Friday and Saturday evening shows through October 28. Buy Tickets

New Emergency Alert System

Get alerted about emergencies and other important community news by signing up at Sacramento-Alert.org. This system provides you with critical information quickly in a variety of situations, such as severe weather, unexpected road closures, missing persons and evacuations of buildings or neighborhoods. 

Heartstoppers Haunted House Open Through Halloween

Rancho Cordova's own house of spook provides hours of family entertainment on Friday and Saturday nights in October and on Halloween night. Learn more

Chamber of Commerce to Celebrate 60 Years with Gala Event

Join chamber board directors, ambassadors, volunteers, and members at a special gala event October 19 to commemorate 60 years of service to the business community. Tickets are $175 per person and include fine dining and night of entertainment. Learn more

Students Encouraged to Enter RydeFree RT Video Contest

Students who ride Sacramento Regional Transit for free as part of the RydeFree RT program can win prizes for showcasing their experience in a creative video. Learn more

Library Rolls Out New Electric Bookmobiles

Last year, Sacramento Public Library bookmobiles logged over 10,000 miles. A new electric fleet will cut back on approximately 13.2 metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions annually. Learn more

Sac Metro Fire Rolls Out Themed Engines for Cancer Awareness

As part of its commitment to promote cancer awareness and early detection, Sacramento Metropolitan Fire Department has unveiled new engines to join its fleet, and the City of Rancho Cordova is a proud sponsor. The engine artwork was created by Pro Style Wraps, a Rancho Cordova business.

November 1, 5:30 PM

2023 State of the City Address

Rancho Cordova City Hall, 2729 Prospect Park Drive Learn more

Job Openings

  • Assistant/Associate/Senior Civil Engineer (Traffic) – Public Works Department


Hiring Soon

The city will soon be recruiting for the following positions:

  • Senior Communications Officer (NEW) – Communications & Public Affairs Department
  • Senior Environmental Planner – Planning Division

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