City of Rancho Cordova

Making an Impact One Barrel District Member at a Time Congratulations are in order! Last week in Denver, Colorado, the city won an Excellence in Economic Development award from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC). The award recognizes the multi-year collaborative effort within the Rancho Cordova Barrel District. The Excellence in Economic Development Awards program celebrates creativity, dedication, and leadership in the economic development space. “This achievement would not have been possible without the exceptional partnerships that we have with our Barrel District members,” said Economic Development Director Amanda Norton. “This innovative partnership has put Rancho Cordova on the map literally and figuratively. Thank you, IEDC and congratulations to our Barrel District.” The Barrel District boasts five breweries, two distilleries, hard kombucha bar, wine tasting room and the only meadery in Rancho Cordova: • Burning Barrel Brewing, Co., 11210 Sun Center Drive • Claimstake Brewing Company, 11366 Monier Park Place • Dao Distillery, 11460 Sunrise Gold Circle • Drink EEZY, 11225 Trade Center Drive • J.J. Pfister Distilling, 9819 business Park Drive, Suite 3 • Fort Rock Brewing, 2401 Folsom Boulevard, Suite 110 • LogOff Brewing, 3054 Sunrise Boulevard, Suite J • Movement Brewing, Co., 11151 Trade Center Drive • Shorebirds Brewing Co., 11327 Trade Center Drive, Suite 355 • Strad Meadery, 2539 Mercantile Drive The Rancho Cordova Barrel District logo was also recently recognized as an official trademark, underscoring its value and enhancing its brand identity. Congratulations, Rancho Cordova Barrel District! Learn more at BarrelDistrict.com.

City Awarded Multiple Grants Your city’s Public Works team has been busy and working hard to secure grant funding for projects throughout your #RanchoCordova community. Here is the latest. 1. Folsom Boulevard Specific Plan Update and Housing Infill Studies -Grant Award: $900,000 SACOG-led grant awarded by US Department of Transportation (DOT) -Project Description: This project will include an update to the Folsom Boulevard Specific Plan with a focus on studying barriers to infill housing and improving connections to and mobility along Folsom Boulevard. 2. Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Needs Assessment and Network Plan -Grant Award: $252,000 awarded by SACOG’s Carbon Reduction Program -Project Description: This project will identify high demand areas for EV charging needs throughout the city and barriers to the installation of EV charging stations. 3. Sustainable Transportation Programs and Active Modes Wayfinding. -Grant Award: $1,061,000 awarded by SACOG’s Carbon Reduction Program Project Description: This grant will fund five years of sustainable transportation programs citywide with our partners at the @50 Corridor TMA. The Active Modes Wayfinding plan will also build on the city’s existing wayfinding signage throughout the community. 4. Traffic Safety Action Plan -Grant Award: $520,000 grant awarded by US DOT -Project Description: This grant will fund traffic safety efforts aimed at reducing the number of fatal and severe crashes. It will include a comprehensive Traffic Safety Action Plan, an evaluation and update of the Neighborhood Traffic Calming program, and a demonstration of pilot software used to evaluate crashes. To stay updated on the latest Public Works projects, visit https://lnkd.in/dArUE9H or sign up for our e-newsletter at https://lnkd.in/gnjzQyd .

Join Our Team The City of Rancho Cordova is currently recruiting for the following positions: ☑️ Associate/Senior Civil Engineer (Traffic) *New ☑️ Community Development Director *New ☑️ Economic Development Manager *New ☑️ Engineering Intern (Stormwater) *New ☑️ Engineering Intern (Traffic & Transportation) Learn more and apply at https://lnkd.in/gVzUmUke.

The City of Rancho Cordova was honored with two Project of the Year awards from the Sacramento Chapter of the American Public Works Association (APWA). The city received awards for the Mather Field Road Rehabilitation project and the Bear Hollow Stormwater Basin and Trail Beautification project. “We are truly humbled to receive each of these awards and thank the APWA for this honorable recognition,” said Public Works Director Albert Stricker. “Each of these projects requires immense coordination with city staff, project partners, the City Council, and our residents. Thank you to all of those involved.” Learn more about each project and what the #RanchoCordovaPublicWorks team is working on next at https://lnkd.in/g5mP8VzQ.

Today, we honor the memory of those lost and the heroes who answered the call on September 11, 2001. In partnership with the Cordova Community Council, the morning was spent honoring the nearly 3,000 lives lost that day with a traveling exhibit, “Remembering Our Fallen,” a photographic war memorial that honors our country’s military fallen from the war on terror. The exhibit will be at Rancho Cordova City Hall now through September 15. “We remember their bravery, their selflessness, and their love for country,” said Mayor David M. Sander, Ph.D. #NeverForget the events of that day and join the annual social media campaign, Remember the Sky. To participate, simply post a photo of the sky wherever you are on September 11, regardless of the weather. Share it with the hashtag #RemembertheSky and tag the 9/11 Memorial and Museum at @911Memorial. Thank you to the Rancho Cordova City Council, Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District, Rancho Cordova PD, Electeds and residents who joined us this morning. #neverforget911 Image Credit: Ayden Gregory Photography

MISAC Central Chapter Hosted Inaugural Cybersecurity & AI Symposium in Rancho Cordova The Municipal Information Systems Association of California (MISAC) Central Chapter hosted its first-ever Cybersecurity & AI Symposium from August 21-23, 2024, at the Rancho Cordova City Hall. This event, led by Chapter President Jessica Crone of the City of Rancho Cordova, marked a significant milestone for the association as it delved into the evolving fields of cybersecurity and artificial intelligence. Bringing together IT professionals from across the region, the event began with a leadership session, followed by the president’s welcome reception, which set the stage for a series of educational presentations. Rancho Cordova Assistant City Manager David Kwong introduced the Keynote Speaker, Sadie St. Lawrence, an AI visionary whose insights shaped the discussions throughout the symposium. The event featured presentations from an impressive lineup of experts, including representatives from the FBI Cyber Squad, Diamond IT, the Central California Intelligence Center, Tyler Technologies, Fortinet, and MISAC's AI Task Force. The symposium also offered attendees the chance to connect and celebrate diversity. Participants enjoyed a cultural presentation by the Sudanese Association of Greater Sacramento, and the Cordova High School Culinary Program cooked and served appetizers for the expo night. The sponsor expo and networking night provided ample opportunities for attendees to connect with industry leaders, explore innovative solutions, and forge valuable partnerships. The MISAC Central Chapter's Cybersecurity & AI Symposium was a vision of the future of public sector IT in California. No hallucinations here, only vibrant reflections on how transformative this Symposium was!

Last week, Rancho Cordova Mayor David M. Sander, Ph.D, Vice Mayor Siri Pulipati and City Manager Micah Runner were members of a group representing the greater Sacramento region that visited South Korea. They met with business leaders to showcase our region, share synergies with new and existing relationships, and learn more about Korean businesses and organizations such as Regenerative Medicine Acceleration Foundation (RMAF), Seoul National University, Samsung, and Korea Fabless Industry Association (KFIA). The delegation also met with SK Hynix, one of the world’s top chipmakers based in South Korea. SK Hynix is also the parent company of Solidigm, a global semiconductor chip company based in Rancho Cordova. “Rancho Cordova has a large number of Korean businesses and we’re proud that the city celebrates its Korean community in many ways,” said Mayor David M. Sander. “I’m honored to have met with SK hynix in-person to thank them for the jobs and opportunities they’ve brought to our city. Their investment has been an economic game-changer for our community.” “In addition to meeting with business leaders in Korea, we are interested in establishing a sister city relationship with a Korean city,” said Vice Mayor Siri Pulipati. “Rancho Cordova not only has key industries of interest to Korean businesses, but our city is known for being a multicultural community, with regional connectivity and an unmatched lifestyle that boasts arts, culture and outdoor fun. Korea is full of inspiration, and as we explore, we are collecting a range of innovative ideas to bring back to Rancho Cordova.” Thank you for your collaboration and investment in our region.

Happy City Hall Selfie Day! 🤳🏽 📷 City Hall Selfie Day is a celebration of public service showcasing pride in local government. Rancho Cordova City Hall is proud to serve our residents and businesses, and we celebrated in style with a drone selfie. Look closely and you will see our photographer, Ayden Gregory, and our friends and community partners, Rancho Cordova Area Chamber of Commerce and the Cordova Community Council, who also call City Hall home. Thank you for letting us serve you, Rancho Cordova! #CityHallSelfieDay #RanchoCordovaCityHall #RanchoCordova

Are you looking for a way to become more involved in the #RanchoCordova community? Apply to serve on the City of Rancho Cordova’s Community Enhancement & Investment Fund Citizen Oversight Board! The Oversight Board was created in 2017 to provide an extra layer of oversight to monitor the Community Enhancement & Investment Fund and to provide feedback and recommendations to city staff. The city is accepting applications for Board Members to serve four-year terms on the Citizen Oversight Board. Board Members must be full-time residents of Rancho Cordova, at least 18 years of age, and registered voters of Rancho Cordova. Apply no later than Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at 5 PM PST at https://lnkd.in/gWgvSE57.

Run, ride, paddle! On July 20, 2024, the annual Great American Triathlon returned to the Sacramento Region on the beautiful American River Parkway. 376 participants braved the challenging course with a 24.42-mile run, ride and paddle event. Originally known as Eppie’s Great Race until 2019, the Great American Triathlon has been a regional tradition for 50 years, with the first event in 1974. The City of Rancho Cordova proudly sponsors this annual event, with city staff hitting the parkway to compete in both team and individual races. Krystle Judish, a Great American Triathlon participant and city employee since 2013, organizes the city staff participants each year. “Over the last almost 10 years, the Great American Triathlon has inspired me to reach my own personal goals, helped my mental and physical health, and I’ve completed an Ironwoman which I never thought I could do,” said Krystle Judish, City of Rancho Cordova employee. “This event has shown me I am capable of more than what I think I am. I would never have gotten into cycling or kayaking if it wasn’t for this race. It changes lives.” The Great American Triathlon benefits regional non-profits, including the American River Parkway Foundation, Court Appointed Child Advocates (CASA) of Placer County, and CASH Sacramento – Community Against Sexual Harm. Congratulations to all the inspirating participants of this year’s race! For more City of Rancho Cordova stories and updates, visit https://lnkd.in/gK896u7J. Written by: Keilah Ledward, Summer at City Hall Intern Photo Credit: Ayden Gregory Photography