West Sacramento’s observation of Arbor Day 2013 included a remembrance of all victims of violent crime. Councilmember Oscar Villegas and City Manager Martin Tuttle welcomed volunteers to the Arbor Day event, April 27 at Westfield Elementary Playfield, 508 Poplar St. Parks and Community Services Commission Chair Bernadette Austin-Bower read the Mayor’s Arbor Day Proclamation and CalFire’s John Melvin presented the 7th Arbor Day plaque.

Roy Gillham and Chris Schroeder provided a plaque to honor victims of violence. Lt. Tod Sockman of the West Sacramento Police Dept. released information about local assistance available to victims of violence. Twenty beautiful Golden Rain trees were planted during the ceremony... Read More

The City of West Sacramento bulky waste drop-off event is scheduled for May 15-18, 2013. The free event is held at 540 Harbor Blvd. and is open to West Sacramento residents 4pm to 7pm Wednesday to Friday and 9am to 3pm on Saturday.

Acceptable items include furniture, mattresses and box springs, cardboard, and tires (9 tire limit).  Proof of West Sacramento residency, city utility bill or driver’s license, is required to enter the site.  If you are a senior (age 65 or older) or a resident with a disability, you qualify for a free bulky waste pick-up appointment.  Please call (916) 617 4589 for more information.

Wood and green waste is not accepted at the clean-up event and may be recycled at the Yolo County Central Landfill using the landfill voucher included in your April utility bill.  The voucher is valid for one residential load of wood and/or green waste... Read More

Celebrate Earth Day!

Join the City of West Sacramento for a free and fun family event to celebrate Earth Day, Saturday, April 20, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the West Sacramento Community Center, 1075 West Capitol Ave. The event has things to do for kids, live music, local food vendors, raffle prizes, a light bulb exchange, and information about ways you can be part of the solution and reduce your carbon footprint. Pick up information about services and products to help your family live healthier and sustainably–while saving money and conserving natural resources. Bring your family, friends and neighbors–be part of the fun and help make a difference to the community and the environment.

Also scheduled: the Radio Disney Team Green Rockin’ Road Show, a bounce house and face painting.

For more information: www.WestSacRecycles.org or call (916) 617-4590... Read More