Elk Grove, California
Encyclopedia
Elk Grove is a city
in Sacramento County, California
, located just south of the state capital of Sacramento
. It is part of the Sacramento
–Arden-Arcade
–Roseville
Metropolitan Statistical Area
. As of the 2010 census, the population of the city is 153,015. The second-largest city in Sacramento County, Elk Grove earned the title of the fastest growing city in the U.S between July 1, 2004 and July 1, 2005.
Initially, the town developed around a stage stop on the Monterey Trail, though after the railroad passed by east of town, Elk Grove's center shifted to its present location. "Old Town" Elk Grove is located about a mile east of State Route 99
(formerly U.S. Route 99, the north-south artery of the California Central Valley
). Although the town developed around agriculture, it would eventually become a residential suburb of Sacramento. Most newer housing developments in Elk Grove lie west between Highway 99 and Interstate 5, the major north-south highway for the U.S. West Coast, in two areas locally called "Laguna Creek
" and "Laguna West
".
On July 1, 2000, Elk Grove incorporated as a city. In 2008 CNN
stated that areas of Elk Grove suffered from the subprime mortgage crisis.
According to the United States Census Bureau
, the city has a total area of 42.2 square miles (109.3 km²), of which, 99.88% is land and 0.12% is covered by water.
was 3,622.6 people per square mile (1,398.7/km²). The racial makeup of Elk Grove was 70,478 (46.1%) White, 17,172 (11.2%) African American, 965 (0.6%) Native American, 40,261 (26.3%) Asian, 1,807 (1.2%) Pacific Islander, 10,231 (6.7%) from other races
, and 12,101 (7.9%) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 27,581 persons (18.0%).
The Census reported that 152,346 people (99.6% of the population) lived in households, 460 (0.3%) lived in non-institutionalized group quarters, and 209 (0.1%) were institutionalized.
There were 47,927 households, out of which 23,718 (49.5%) had children under the age of 18 living in them, 29,339 (61.2%) were opposite-sex married couples
living together, 6,547 (13.7%) had a female householder with no husband present, 2,700 (5.6%) had a male householder with no wife present. There were 2,416 (5.0%) unmarried opposite-sex partnerships
, and 357 (0.7%) same-sex married couples or partnerships. 7,252 households (15.1%) were made up of individuals and 2,165 (4.5%) had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.18. There were 38,586 families
(80.5% of all households); the average family size was 3.54.
The population was spread out with 46,128 people (30.1%) under the age of 18, 13,129 people (8.6%) aged 18 to 24, 42,688 people (27.9%) aged 25 to 44, 38,326 people (25.0%) aged 45 to 64, and 12,744 people (8.3%) who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34.3 years. For every 100 females there were 93.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.2 males.
There were 50,634 housing units at an average density of 1,198.8 per square mile (462.8/km²), of which 35,738 (74.6%) were owner-occupied, and 12,189 (25.4%) were occupied by renters. The homeowner vacancy rate was 2.4%; the rental vacancy rate was 5.6%. 112,840 people (73.7% of the population) lived in owner-occupied housing units and 39,506 people (25.8%) lived in rental housing units.
(P.O. Boxes at the Bruceville Road post office carry the 95758 ZIP code.)
is the 5th largest school district in California and one of the fastest growing school districts in the nation. Located in southern Sacramento County, the district covers 320 square miles (828.8 km²), one-third of the county. For the 2002-03 school year, the district served more than 52,500 students, and expects to reach 73,000 students by 2010. Those students attend 38 elementary schools, 8 middle schools, 8 high schools and 4 alternative high schools. The school district recently opened a new middle/high school, Pinkerton Middle and Cosumnes Oaks High. The new school opens just as the school district enters its 50th year of existence during the 2008-2009 school year.
There are also several private schools in town. A local community college, Cosumnes River College
, offers both vocational training and a transfer program to four-year universities. Located nearby are California State University, Sacramento
and the University of California, Davis
, as well as branches of Golden Gate University
and St. Mary's College
. Elk Grove is also the home of the private six-year Universalist religious college Quest Seminary.
system. The Elk Grove Library also serves neighboring communities such as Vineyard, Wilton, Sloughhouse, and Rancho Murieta.
The Franklin Community Library, which also functions as the library for Franklin High School
and Toby Johnson Middle School, is located at 10055 Franklin High Road.
Strauss Festival is another festival held at Elk Grove Regional Park. It is an outdoor staged dance production that has attracted more than 30,000 people annually since 1987.
During the month of August, Hot Summer Nights Concert Series is held each Friday at Laguna Town Hall. Voted Best of Elk Grove in 2010, this free music series returns to the outdoor amphitheater with summer party tunes aplenty. Food, children’s attraction, face painting, and glow concessions are all offered at varying costs.
During the holidays, Cosumnes CSD Fire Department and Elk Grove Police Department teams up to create the Santa & Sirens Parade. They host a series of neighborhood parades starting from a different Fire Station each night. Come out to greet Santa and his elves.
There are many more events that are held monthly and annually. To check out some of the events around Elk Grove, check out the Special Events team at CSD and their events.
Elk Grove is located in the 1st Senate
District, represented by Republican
Ted Gaines
, , and in the 10th and 15th Assembly
Districts, represented by Democrat
Alyson Huber
and Joan Buchannan respectively. Federally, Elk Grove is located in California's 3rd
and 5th
congressional districts, which have Cook PVIs
of R +7 and D +14 respectively and is represented by Republican Dan Lungren
and Democrat
Doris Matsui
respectively.
Elk Grove is represented on the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors by Don Nottoli, 5th district supervisor.
Fire protection, emergency medical services, and parks and recreation services in Elk Grove are provided by the Cosumnes Community Services District, an independent special district agency.
and Washington, DC.
which is represented by Dan Lungren
, a Republican and the 5th
Congressional District which is represented by Doris Matsui
, a Democrat.
, a Democrat, and the 15th State Assembly District which is represented by Joan Buchanan
, also a Democrat.
, a Republican, and the 5th State Senate District which is represented by Lois Wolk
, a Democrat.
, Laguna Creek
, Elk Grove Proper, East Elk Grove, and big parts of the Sheldon and Franklin townships. Laguna West is between Interstate 5
and the Union Pacific railroad tracks. Laguna Creek is bordered by the city limits
to the south, Sheldon Road to the north, the Union Pacific railroad tracks to the west, and Highway 99
to the east. Elk Grove proper — which includes the Historic District (Historic Elk Grove) — is bordered by Highway 99
to the west, Waterman Road to the east, Calvine Road to the north, and Grant Line Road to the south. East Elk Grove is bordered by Calvine Road to the north, Grant Line Road to the east and south, and Waterman Road to the west.
As they have done for more than 100 years, the members of the Cosumnes CSD Fire Department maintain their commitment to protecting the lives, property and environment from fire and other natural and manmade disasters and emergencies in a courteous, timely and effective manner. In 2010, Tracey M. Hansen, a 17-year veteran of the Cosumnes CSD Fire Department was named the new Fire Chief by CSD General Manager Jeff Ramos, the latest achievement in a career she began as a paramedic. Hansen named John Michelini as her Deputy Chief and the team immediately began developing strategies to effectively manage the Fire Department during the recession.
City
A city is a relatively large and permanent settlement. Although there is no agreement on how a city is distinguished from a town within general English language meanings, many cities have a particular administrative, legal, or historical status based on local law.For example, in the U.S...
in Sacramento County, California
Sacramento County, California
Sacramento County is a county in the U.S. state of California. Its county seat is Sacramento, which is also the state capital. As of 2010 the county had a population of 1,418,788....
, located just south of the state capital of Sacramento
Sacramento, California
Sacramento is the capital city of the U.S. state of California and the county seat of Sacramento County. It is located at the confluence of the Sacramento River and the American River in the northern portion of California's expansive Central Valley. With a population of 466,488 at the 2010 census,...
. It is part of the Sacramento
Sacramento, California
Sacramento is the capital city of the U.S. state of California and the county seat of Sacramento County. It is located at the confluence of the Sacramento River and the American River in the northern portion of California's expansive Central Valley. With a population of 466,488 at the 2010 census,...
–Arden-Arcade
Arden-Arcade, California
Arden-Arcade is a census-designated place in Sacramento County, California, United States. The population was 92,186 at the 2010 census. It is east of the city of Sacramento and west of the community of Carmichael....
–Roseville
Roseville, California
-2010:The 2010 United States Census reported that Roseville had a population of 118,788. The population density was 3,279.4 people per square mile...
Metropolitan Statistical Area
Sacramento metropolitan area
The Greater Sacramento area, or officially Sacramento–Arden Arcade–Yuba City, CA-NV Combined Statistical Area, is a combined statistical area consisting of several metropolitan statistical areas and seven counties in Northern California and one in Western Nevada. These are Sacramento, Yolo, El...
. As of the 2010 census, the population of the city is 153,015. The second-largest city in Sacramento County, Elk Grove earned the title of the fastest growing city in the U.S between July 1, 2004 and July 1, 2005.
History
Elk Grove was founded in 1850 as a stage stop. It is located about 15 miles (24.1 km) south of historic Sutter’s Fort and thus became a crossroads for business, entertainment, mail service and agriculture, and acted as home base for gold miners in nearby communities.Initially, the town developed around a stage stop on the Monterey Trail, though after the railroad passed by east of town, Elk Grove's center shifted to its present location. "Old Town" Elk Grove is located about a mile east of State Route 99
California State Route 99
California State Route 99 , commonly known as Highway 99 or, simply, as 99 , is a north–south state highway in the U.S. state of California, stretching almost the entire length of the Central Valley...
(formerly U.S. Route 99, the north-south artery of the California Central Valley
California Central Valley
California's Central Valley is a large, flat valley that dominates the central portion of California. It is home to California's most productive agricultural efforts. The valley stretches approximately from northwest to southeast inland and parallel to the Pacific Ocean coast. Its northern half is...
). Although the town developed around agriculture, it would eventually become a residential suburb of Sacramento. Most newer housing developments in Elk Grove lie west between Highway 99 and Interstate 5, the major north-south highway for the U.S. West Coast, in two areas locally called "Laguna Creek
Laguna, California
Laguna is a former census-designated place in Sacramento County, California, United States. It is part of the Sacramento–Arden-Arcade–Roseville Metropolitan Statistical Area...
" and "Laguna West
Laguna West-Lakeside, Elk Grove, California
Laguna West-Lakeside is an area located on the west side of the city of Elk Grove in Sacramento County, California. Formally a census-designated place , Laguna West-Lakeside was annexed by Elk Grove in 2003...
".
On July 1, 2000, Elk Grove incorporated as a city. In 2008 CNN
CNN
Cable News Network is a U.S. cable news channel founded in 1980 by Ted Turner. Upon its launch, CNN was the first channel to provide 24-hour television news coverage, and the first all-news television channel in the United States...
stated that areas of Elk Grove suffered from the subprime mortgage crisis.
Geography
Elk Grove is located at 38°26'18" North, 121°22'55" West (38.438222, -121.381925).According to the United States Census Bureau
United States Census Bureau
The United States Census Bureau is the government agency that is responsible for the United States Census. It also gathers other national demographic and economic data...
, the city has a total area of 42.2 square miles (109.3 km²), of which, 99.88% is land and 0.12% is covered by water.
2010
The 2010 United States Census reported that Elk Grove had a population of 153,015. The population densityPopulation density
Population density is a measurement of population per unit area or unit volume. It is frequently applied to living organisms, and particularly to humans...
was 3,622.6 people per square mile (1,398.7/km²). The racial makeup of Elk Grove was 70,478 (46.1%) White, 17,172 (11.2%) African American, 965 (0.6%) Native American, 40,261 (26.3%) Asian, 1,807 (1.2%) Pacific Islander, 10,231 (6.7%) from other races
Race (United States Census)
Race and ethnicity in the United States Census, as defined by the Federal Office of Management and Budget and the United States Census Bureau, are self-identification data items in which residents choose the race or races with which they most closely identify, and indicate whether or not they are...
, and 12,101 (7.9%) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 27,581 persons (18.0%).
The Census reported that 152,346 people (99.6% of the population) lived in households, 460 (0.3%) lived in non-institutionalized group quarters, and 209 (0.1%) were institutionalized.
There were 47,927 households, out of which 23,718 (49.5%) had children under the age of 18 living in them, 29,339 (61.2%) were opposite-sex married couples
Marriage
Marriage is a social union or legal contract between people that creates kinship. It is an institution in which interpersonal relationships, usually intimate and sexual, are acknowledged in a variety of ways, depending on the culture or subculture in which it is found...
living together, 6,547 (13.7%) had a female householder with no husband present, 2,700 (5.6%) had a male householder with no wife present. There were 2,416 (5.0%) unmarried opposite-sex partnerships
POSSLQ
POSSLQ is an abbreviation for "Persons of Opposite Sex Sharing Living Quarters," a term coined in the late 1970s by the United States Census Bureau as part of an effort to more accurately gauge the prevalence of cohabitation in American households....
, and 357 (0.7%) same-sex married couples or partnerships. 7,252 households (15.1%) were made up of individuals and 2,165 (4.5%) had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.18. There were 38,586 families
Family (U.S. Census)
A family or family household is defined by the United States Census Bureau for statistical purposes as "a householder and one or more other people related to the householder by birth, marriage, or adoption. They do not include same-sex married couples even if the marriage was performed in a state...
(80.5% of all households); the average family size was 3.54.
The population was spread out with 46,128 people (30.1%) under the age of 18, 13,129 people (8.6%) aged 18 to 24, 42,688 people (27.9%) aged 25 to 44, 38,326 people (25.0%) aged 45 to 64, and 12,744 people (8.3%) who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34.3 years. For every 100 females there were 93.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.2 males.
There were 50,634 housing units at an average density of 1,198.8 per square mile (462.8/km²), of which 35,738 (74.6%) were owner-occupied, and 12,189 (25.4%) were occupied by renters. The homeowner vacancy rate was 2.4%; the rental vacancy rate was 5.6%. 112,840 people (73.7% of the population) lived in owner-occupied housing units and 39,506 people (25.8%) lived in rental housing units.
Area codes and zip codes
Elk Grove's telephone area code is 916. Its ZIP codes are:| ZIP code | Area |
|---|---|
| 95624 | East of Highway 99 |
| 95757 | West of Highway 99 and south of Elk Grove Boulevard |
| 95758 | West of Highway 99 and north of Elk Grove Boulevard |
| 95759 | P.O. Boxes at the Williamson Drive post office. |
(P.O. Boxes at the Bruceville Road post office carry the 95758 ZIP code.)
Education
The Elk Grove Unified School DistrictElk Grove Unified School District
The Elk Grove Unified School District is a school district in southern Sacramento County, California, U.S.A.The Elk Grove Unified School District is the fifth largest school district in California and the largest in Northern California....
is the 5th largest school district in California and one of the fastest growing school districts in the nation. Located in southern Sacramento County, the district covers 320 square miles (828.8 km²), one-third of the county. For the 2002-03 school year, the district served more than 52,500 students, and expects to reach 73,000 students by 2010. Those students attend 38 elementary schools, 8 middle schools, 8 high schools and 4 alternative high schools. The school district recently opened a new middle/high school, Pinkerton Middle and Cosumnes Oaks High. The new school opens just as the school district enters its 50th year of existence during the 2008-2009 school year.
There are also several private schools in town. A local community college, Cosumnes River College
Cosumnes River College
Cosumnes River College is a two-year community college located at the southern edge of Sacramento in Sacramento County, California.The college is part of the Los Rios Community College District and was opened in 1970. Current enrollment is 13,500 students at its main campus...
, offers both vocational training and a transfer program to four-year universities. Located nearby are California State University, Sacramento
California State University, Sacramento
California State University, Sacramento, popularly known as Sacramento State, is a public university located in the city of Sacramento, California. It is part of the California State University system...
and the University of California, Davis
University of California, Davis
The University of California, Davis is a public teaching and research university established in 1905 and located in Davis, California, USA. Spanning over , the campus is the largest within the University of California system and third largest by enrollment...
, as well as branches of Golden Gate University
Golden Gate University
Golden Gate University is a private, nonsectarian, coeducational university located in the South of Market district, immediately south of the Financial District of downtown San Francisco, California...
and St. Mary's College
Saint Mary's College of California
Saint Mary's College of California is a private, coeducational college located in Moraga, California, United States, a small suburban community about east of Oakland and 20 miles east of San Francisco. It has a 420-acre campus in the Moraga hills. It is affiliated with the Roman Catholic Church...
. Elk Grove is also the home of the private six-year Universalist religious college Quest Seminary.
Public libraries
The new Elk Grove Public Library is located at 8900 Elk Grove Blvd in a modern two story building. It moved to this location from just a block East. The library is part of the broader Sacramento Public LibrarySacramento Public Library
The Sacramento Public Library is the public library system in the city and county of Sacramento, California.-History:In 1857, some of Sacramento’s leading citizens, including Charles Crocker, Leland Stanford, Mark Hopkins, and C.P. Huntington, formed the Sacramento Library Association...
system. The Elk Grove Library also serves neighboring communities such as Vineyard, Wilton, Sloughhouse, and Rancho Murieta.
The Franklin Community Library, which also functions as the library for Franklin High School
Franklin High School (Elk Grove, California)
Franklin High School is a public high school located in Elk Grove, California, United States. It is officially accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges .-History of the town of Franklin:...
and Toby Johnson Middle School, is located at 10055 Franklin High Road.
Entertainment
Elk Grove boasts numerous events that are fun and exciting for all ages. The most notable event in Elk Grove is the annual Giant Pumpkin Festival that is held the first weekend of October at the Elk Grove Regional Park. The Giant Pumpkin Festival attracts many thousands of guests each year. Guests are welcome to enjoy the Giant Pumpkin Weigh Off, Pumpkin Regatta, pumpkin food, merchandise and craft vendors, entertainment, children’s activities and more.Strauss Festival is another festival held at Elk Grove Regional Park. It is an outdoor staged dance production that has attracted more than 30,000 people annually since 1987.
During the month of August, Hot Summer Nights Concert Series is held each Friday at Laguna Town Hall. Voted Best of Elk Grove in 2010, this free music series returns to the outdoor amphitheater with summer party tunes aplenty. Food, children’s attraction, face painting, and glow concessions are all offered at varying costs.
During the holidays, Cosumnes CSD Fire Department and Elk Grove Police Department teams up to create the Santa & Sirens Parade. They host a series of neighborhood parades starting from a different Fire Station each night. Come out to greet Santa and his elves.
There are many more events that are held monthly and annually. To check out some of the events around Elk Grove, check out the Special Events team at CSD and their events.
Climate
Elk Grove's climate varies from low temperatures of 34 to 46 Fahrenheit to highs of 60 to 110 degrees. Average annual rainfall is 22 inches (558.8 mm) per year falling primarily from October through April. Elk Grove's average temperature in January 2010, is 47 degrees Fahrenheit. In July 2011, 90 degrees Fahranheit. The elevation of the city is 45 feet (13.7 m).State and federal
In the state legislatureCalifornia State Legislature
The California State Legislature is the state legislature of the U.S. state of California. It is a bicameral body consisting of the lower house, the California State Assembly, with 80 members, and the upper house, the California State Senate, with 40 members...
Elk Grove is located in the 1st Senate
California State Senate
The California State Senate is the upper house of the California State Legislature. There are 40 state senators. The state legislature meets in the California State Capitol in Sacramento. The Lieutenant Governor is the ex officio President of the Senate and may break a tied vote...
District, represented by Republican
Republican Party (United States)
The Republican Party is one of the two major contemporary political parties in the United States, along with the Democratic Party. Founded by anti-slavery expansion activists in 1854, it is often called the GOP . The party's platform generally reflects American conservatism in the U.S...
Ted Gaines
Ted Gaines
Edward M. Gaines is a California State Senator, representing the 1st Senate district. He won a January 4, 2011, special election to replace the late Dave Cox and took office two days later...
, , and in the 10th and 15th Assembly
California State Assembly
The California State Assembly is the lower house of the California State Legislature. There are 80 members in the Assembly, representing an approximately equal number of constituents, with each district having a population of at least 420,000...
Districts, represented by Democrat
Democratic Party (United States)
The Democratic Party is one of two major contemporary political parties in the United States, along with the Republican Party. The party's socially liberal and progressive platform is largely considered center-left in the U.S. political spectrum. The party has the lengthiest record of continuous...
Alyson Huber
Alyson Huber
Alyson Huber is a representative in the California State Legislature from the 10th Assembly District in Northern California. Assemblywoman Huber has served since 2008...
and Joan Buchannan respectively. Federally, Elk Grove is located in California's 3rd
California's 3rd congressional district
California's 3rd congressional district is a congressional district located in the U.S. state of California. It covers most of Sacramento County and part of Solano County, as well as all of Alpine, Amador and Calaveras counties...
and 5th
California's 5th congressional district
California's 5th congressional district is a congressional district in the U.S. state of California. It currently covers the city of Sacramento, the state capital, its suburbs and the surrounding area....
congressional districts, which have Cook PVIs
Cook Partisan Voting Index
The Cook Partisan Voting Index , sometimes referred to as simply the Partisan Voting Index , is a measurement of how strongly an American congressional district or state leans toward one political party compared to the nation as a whole...
of R +7 and D +14 respectively and is represented by Republican Dan Lungren
Dan Lungren
Daniel Edward "Dan" Lungren is the U.S. Representative for , serving since 2005. The district covers most of Sacramento County and part of Solano County, as well as all of Alpine, Amador and Calaveras counties...
and Democrat
Democratic Party (United States)
The Democratic Party is one of two major contemporary political parties in the United States, along with the Republican Party. The party's socially liberal and progressive platform is largely considered center-left in the U.S. political spectrum. The party has the lengthiest record of continuous...
Doris Matsui
Doris Matsui
Doris Okada Matsui is the U.S. Representative for , serving since 2005. She is a member of the Democratic Party. The district consists of the city of Sacramento and the surrounding area...
respectively.
Local
The City of Elk Grove incorporated on July 1, 2000. It is a general law city and operates on the Manager-City Council type of governance. The mayor's position is a one-year term and is chosen at-large by the city council. The current Mayor of Elk Grove for 2011 is Steve Detrick(District 3). The remaining councilmembers are Vice-Mayor James Cooper (District 1), Pat Hume (District 2), Gary Davis (District 4), and Sophia Scherman(District 5).Elk Grove is represented on the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors by Don Nottoli, 5th district supervisor.
Fire protection, emergency medical services, and parks and recreation services in Elk Grove are provided by the Cosumnes Community Services District, an independent special district agency.
Special District
The Cosumnes Community Services District (CSD) provides fire protection services to the cities of Elk Grove and Galt, as well as unincorporated areas in the region. Additionally, the Cosumnes CSD provides parks and recreation services to the Elk Grove community. The District encompasses roughly 157 square miles and an estimated population of 169,100 people - 136,000 in the Elk Grove area and 33,100 in the Galt region.State and federal representatives
Elk Grove is represented by a variety of Democrats and Republicans in SacramentoSacramento
Sacramento is the capital of the state of California, in the United States of America.Sacramento may also refer to:- United States :*Sacramento County, California*Sacramento, Kentucky*Sacramento – San Joaquin River Delta...
and Washington, DC.
Congressmen
Elk Grove is split between the 3rd congressional districtCalifornia's 3rd congressional district
California's 3rd congressional district is a congressional district located in the U.S. state of California. It covers most of Sacramento County and part of Solano County, as well as all of Alpine, Amador and Calaveras counties...
which is represented by Dan Lungren
Dan Lungren
Daniel Edward "Dan" Lungren is the U.S. Representative for , serving since 2005. The district covers most of Sacramento County and part of Solano County, as well as all of Alpine, Amador and Calaveras counties...
, a Republican and the 5th
California's 5th congressional district
California's 5th congressional district is a congressional district in the U.S. state of California. It currently covers the city of Sacramento, the state capital, its suburbs and the surrounding area....
Congressional District which is represented by Doris Matsui
Doris Matsui
Doris Okada Matsui is the U.S. Representative for , serving since 2005. She is a member of the Democratic Party. The district consists of the city of Sacramento and the surrounding area...
, a Democrat.
State Assemblymen
Elk Grove is split between the 9th assembly district which is represented by Dave Jones, a Democrat, the 10th assembly district which is represented by Alyson HuberAlyson Huber
Alyson Huber is a representative in the California State Legislature from the 10th Assembly District in Northern California. Assemblywoman Huber has served since 2008...
, a Democrat, and the 15th State Assembly District which is represented by Joan Buchanan
Joan Buchanan
Joan T. Buchanan is a Democratic public official and former school board member from Alamo, California. She has been a member of the California State Assembly since December 2008...
, also a Democrat.
State Senators
Elk Grove is also split between the 1st Senate District which is represented by Ted GainesTed Gaines
Edward M. Gaines is a California State Senator, representing the 1st Senate district. He won a January 4, 2011, special election to replace the late Dave Cox and took office two days later...
, a Republican, and the 5th State Senate District which is represented by Lois Wolk
Lois Wolk
Lois Wolk is a California State Senator, representing the 5th district of California. Wolk is a member of the Democratic Party and was elected to the Senate in 2008.-Early life:...
, a Democrat.
CSD Board Members
Cosumnes CSD´s Board of Directors has five elected members, each with a record of service to the community and dedicated to the CSD's mission, "Enriching Community, Saving Lives." Michelle Orrock is the current President with Guy Rutter as the Vice President. The other three board members are Gil Albiani, Rich Lozano, and Rod Brewer.Neighborhoods
Elk Grove is divided into several major areas: Laguna WestLaguna West-Lakeside, Elk Grove, California
Laguna West-Lakeside is an area located on the west side of the city of Elk Grove in Sacramento County, California. Formally a census-designated place , Laguna West-Lakeside was annexed by Elk Grove in 2003...
, Laguna Creek
Laguna, California
Laguna is a former census-designated place in Sacramento County, California, United States. It is part of the Sacramento–Arden-Arcade–Roseville Metropolitan Statistical Area...
, Elk Grove Proper, East Elk Grove, and big parts of the Sheldon and Franklin townships. Laguna West is between Interstate 5
Interstate 5 in California
Interstate 5 is a major north–south route of the Interstate Highway System in the U.S. state of California. It begins at the Mexico – United States border at the San Ysidro crossing, goes north across the length of California and crosses into Oregon south of the Medford-Ashland metropolitan...
and the Union Pacific railroad tracks. Laguna Creek is bordered by the city limits
City limits
The terms city limits and city boundary refer to the defined boundary or border of a city. The area within the city limits is sometimes called the city proper. The terms town limits/boundary and village limits/boundary mean the same as city limits/boundary, but apply to towns and villages...
to the south, Sheldon Road to the north, the Union Pacific railroad tracks to the west, and Highway 99
California State Route 99
California State Route 99 , commonly known as Highway 99 or, simply, as 99 , is a north–south state highway in the U.S. state of California, stretching almost the entire length of the Central Valley...
to the east. Elk Grove proper — which includes the Historic District (Historic Elk Grove) — is bordered by Highway 99
California State Route 99
California State Route 99 , commonly known as Highway 99 or, simply, as 99 , is a north–south state highway in the U.S. state of California, stretching almost the entire length of the Central Valley...
to the west, Waterman Road to the east, Calvine Road to the north, and Grant Line Road to the south. East Elk Grove is bordered by Calvine Road to the north, Grant Line Road to the east and south, and Waterman Road to the west.
Parks & Recreation
Parks & Recreation within the city of Elk Grove is owned and managed by the Cosumnes Community Services District. The Parks and Recreation Department Administrator, Bob Roessler, oversees a staff of 77 that manages 88 parks, 18 miles of off-street trails, two community centers, four recreation centers, and two aquatics complexes and many recreation, sports and leisure programs. As of 2009, the CSD has 611.54 acres of parkland and 83 parks. There are dog parks, sports complexes, skate park, and water park. The CSD Department of Parks and Recreation accepts reservations for picnic and outdoor areas throughout Elk Grove.Sports
The CSD has plenty of sports leagues for people of all ages and gender. There are Youth sports for basketball, soccer, flag football, t-ball, and volleyball. There are also Adult sports for basketball, flag football, soccer, softball, and volleyball. Additionally if you want to have your own league or just a weekend of sports activities, you can rent out one of the many sports field.Recreation
There are many recreation and activities to enjoy in the city of Elk Grove. The CSD has created a wide array of fun and educational activities and classes for people of all ages. Recreation and activities ranges from pre-school to teen to adult to therapeutic. All recreation and activity can be found in the CSD Activity Guide.Fire Department
The local fire department is owned and operated by the Cosumnes Community Services District. Founded in 1893, Elk Grove's Fire Department started with a single hose cart and a small group of dedicated volunteers. From these humble beginnings, the Department has forged a lasting presence in the community. Continued growth and innovation in the fire service has prompted a diverse array of new Fire Department projects and responsibilities. Each year, the Fire Prevention Bureau conducts hundreds of new construction inspections and plan reviews and actively implements annual weed abatement and fireworks enforcement campaigns. Moreover, the Public Education Division coordinates a number of safety activities including "Change Your Clock-Change Your Smoke Detector Batteries" Campaign, the Juvenile Firesetters Intervention Program, the Life Jacket Loan-Out Program and Car Seat Safety Inspections. A new Special Operations Division was formed in 2007 that oversees the specialized rescue, hazardous materials, and disaster preparedness needs for the Cosumnes CSD Fire Department.As they have done for more than 100 years, the members of the Cosumnes CSD Fire Department maintain their commitment to protecting the lives, property and environment from fire and other natural and manmade disasters and emergencies in a courteous, timely and effective manner. In 2010, Tracey M. Hansen, a 17-year veteran of the Cosumnes CSD Fire Department was named the new Fire Chief by CSD General Manager Jeff Ramos, the latest achievement in a career she began as a paramedic. Hansen named John Michelini as her Deputy Chief and the team immediately began developing strategies to effectively manage the Fire Department during the recession.
Police Department
Until July 2006, the police forces within the city of Elk Grove were operated under contract with the Sacramento County Sheriff's Department. Effective July 1, 2006, the city of Elk Grove completed the establishment of its own independent police force, which has patrolled the city since then.Notable residents
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See also
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- Elk Grove has one of California's largest Native American populations. An estimated 4 percent are descendants of local and other American Indian tribes.