Would you like to know more about the City's budget and priorities for the year? Bring your questions to our upcoming Town Hall at Oak Park Community Center, where you can hear from me as well as staff from the City's Budget Division. Sign up at sacd5.com/townhall to join!

Happy Lunar New Year from Team Caity! Wishing you prosperity and good fortune in the New Year.

Wishing everyone observing Ramadan a peaceful and meaningful month. Ramadan Kareem 🌙

Honored to join leaders at the 2026 CAAPS Legislative Reception 🤝 CAAPS does incredible work providing leadership development, and connecting students and young professionals with opportunities across the region.

The District 5 office has two commissioner vacancies! We are looking for a new Animal Wellbeing Commissioner and a Community Police Review Commissioner. If you are a resident of District 5 and you would be interested in joining these commissions, please go to sacd5.com/commissioner to apply.

Here are some exciting items that will be discussed in today's 2 PM and 5 PM City Council meetings. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact my office by phone (916) 808-8551 or email at [email protected].

As Chair of the Law and Legislation Committee, I was proud to present a proposal this morning authored by Councilmembers Mai Vang, Karina Talamantes, and Eric Guerra regarding immigration enforcement activity in our city.

From Feb. 12 through Feb. 14, Front Street Animal Shelter is inviting the community to take an adoptable shelter dog out for a Valentine’s date during a special Doggie Day Out event. 🦮💕 Those interested must pre-register on Front Street Animal Shelter’s website. You can find the link in my bio!

Go to internetforallnow.org to find out if you qualify!

Grateful to stand shoulder to shoulder with volunteers, outreach workers, people with lived experience, and local leaders to make sure our unhoused neighbors are included in the decisions that affect them.

Join us for an afternoon snack at Superior Donuts where you can meet me and my team! We'd love to connect with you about what's going on in your neighborhood. RSVP at sacd5.com/coffeewithcaity. Free coffee and donuts included ☕️🍩✨.

Today, I was a strong “yes” vote in the action to amend the City’s Immigration Platform.

Here are some interesting items on today's agenda! As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please email my office at [email protected] or call (916) 808-7005.

Join the American Constitution Society at a Know Your Rights event on Friday, January 30th, at McGeorge School of Law, 3200 5th Ave., Sacramento. With everything that's happening in Minneapolis and around the country, staying informed is critical to keeping ourselves and our loved ones safe.

I am thrilled to announce that I have been named Chair of the Sacramento Public Library Authority for the year of 2026! I am honored to serve as Chair and help lead one of the largest and most impactful library systems in California.

Join us on Monday, January 19th, for the March for the Dream! The official parade program starts at 8:30am at Sacramento City College (3835 Freeport Blvd) and ends at the Safe Credit Union Convention Center. mlk365.org

Research and civil grand juries have been clear that this kind of coordination works better, and I strongly support this approach.

Strong neighborhoods start with informed residents. The City of Sacramento Planning Academy helps participants learn how planning decisions affect our city and how to meaningfully engage in the process. Apply now to be part of the 2026 cohort.

Here are some interesting items up for discussion today. As always, if you have questions or concerns, you can reach our office at (916) 808-7005 or [email protected].

MLK365's annual March for the Dream is happening next Monday, January 19th! The Extra Mile, the opening mile of the march, starts at Oak Park Community Center and ends at Sacramento City College. After a short program, the march will depart again for the SAFE Credit Union Convention Center.

Code 4 Hood is a fantastic STEAM program based right here in District 5 and they have several amazing programs lined up for this year. To find out more or to get involved, contact Ms AJ at [email protected] or text (916) 889-0088!

Heads up, Mangan Park! A new community garden is sprouting in Mangan Park and everyone is invited to grow with us.

Healing Together is a family mental wellness workshop series offering support and guidance to families with current or past CPS cases. Dinner is provided and sessions begin January 5!

I love visiting the many amazing museums around Sacramento and if you haven't checked out the Old Sacramento Underground Tour, you're missing out! They run rain or shine and offer a fascinating look beneath the streets of our city.

Earlier today, there was an explosion and subsequent fire on 37th Street, south of 7th Avenue. The cause of the explosion is unknown but we do know that there were no injuries and no deaths. I want to thank Fire Station 6 for moving quickly to minimize the damage of all the impacted structures.

Black-owned bookstores have always been more than just places to buy books. They are hubs of culture, empowerment, and community. Stop by Underground Books on January 18 for an author talk and book signing with Char Adams, celebrating the legacy and future of Black owned bookstores. qrco.de/bgLwwa

Have you ever wondered how Sacramento measures rates of homelessness? The Point in Time Count is a community-led effort that grounds our policies and resources in real data and real experiences. Volunteer with us January 26 and 27 and be part of this important work.

Happy Kwanzaa! Wishing you all a week filled with unity and reflection with family and community.

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sacramento is accepting applications for the 9th Annual Rock the Block Oak Park program from now until January 23rd. habitatgreatersac.org/home-ownersh...

Big news for Sacramento! 🚊🏘️🌱 SacRT and partners have secured over $126 million to: Expand clean transit, Deliver 546 new affordable homes near light rail, And cut climate pollution at a scale equal to taking 67,000 cars off the road each year.

Had a great time with the Hollywood Park Neighborhood Association last night. Appreciate Two Rivers Cider for hosting and Supervisor Patrick Kennedy for his thoughtful remarks. Happy holidays to you and your families!

UC Davis is launching the NextGen BioFab project to help create a biotechnology workforce pipeline for the Capital Region. Students, educators, industry professionals, and community members are invited to join this collaborative kick-off event! RSVP at ucdavis.app.box.com/s/a4oa6j9t16...

Last night, the City Council presented a resolution honoring Christine Tien for 16 years of extraordinary service with The California Endowment and The Hub. Congratulations Christine on this well deserved recognition and thank you for your continued commitment to building a healthier Sacramento!

Zenzi Moore is fundraising to bring basic necessities to their community in Irwin Saint James, Jamaica- which has been severely impacted by Hurricane Melissa. Anything helps! All donations received will go directly to the people in Saint James. gofund.me/479f9eaf8

Assemblywoman Maggy Krell is launching the Young Legislators Program for high school juniors and seniors in CA Assembly District 6! Applications are open now and space is limited. Apply by Friday, December 5 at a06.asmdc.org/young-legisl...

The City is offering one million dollars in Innovation Grants to support organizations that help local entrepreneurs and start up businesses. Applications are open now through December 22! Go to cityofsacramento.gov/innovationgrants 🚀

Proud to see our city continue investing in sustainable transportation for everyone. To see if you're eligible, go to www.airquality.org/Our-Communit...

The Front Street Animal Shelter is having FREE dog adoptions from Saturday, November 22 - Sunday, November 30. All adoption fees for every adoptable dog in the shelter and in foster care will be completely waived. Go to www.cityofsacramento.gov/community-de...

Turkeys To Go is back tomorrow from 8 to 10 a.m. at 5657 Stockton Blvd while supplies last. Drive through, stay in your car and pick up a turkey for your family 🦃 . A big thank you to the Stockton Blvd Community Development Corporation for putting this on!

Great morning with the D5 Team at the North Hagginwood Library Construction Celebration. This project is a major investment in our neighborhoods and our regional library system. Thank you to Councilmember Dickinson for organizing this effort and advocating for this important community asset! 📚

Today we honor the transgender and nonbinary people lost to senseless violence. We reaffirm our commitment to building a safer, inclusive, and compassionate Sacramento for all, especially in times where our LGBTQ residents are facing an era of rights being backpedaled.

Seeds of Gratitude is taking place tomorrow, November 21, with a DJ, mural painting, a game truck, giveaways and more. Come out and be part of the celebration!! 🍁🍁🍁🍁

Join me on December 8 to learn more about a proposal for 68 new homes in the Fairgrounds area and share your questions and feedback with our team! 🏡

Happy America Recycles Day. Small daily choices are what help keep Sacramento clean and sustainable. ♻️ Go to byebyemattress.com/california/ to find out more about the Bye Bye Mattress program that can convert your old mattress from waste to recycled product.

The City is offering one million dollars in Innovation Grants to support organizations that help local entrepreneurs and start up businesses. Applications are open now through December 22! Go to cityofsacramento.gov/innovationgrants 🚀

Join us on Sunday, December 14 for the Third Annual Southside Santa Parade, kicking off at McClatchy Park at 5:00 p.m. and traveling through neighborhoods all evening long. We’ll be having free hot chocolate and pictures with Santa at every stop! Learn more at sacd5.com/santa

Loved spending my morning at the Golf Course Terrace Estates pancake breakfast. Big thank-you to Bethesda Church for opening their doors. This neighborhood association is the real deal — morning walks, a scholarship program for local kids, and leaders who show up for their community every day ♥️🥞

Thank you to Post Commander Zac Delwiche and the team at VFW 67 for inviting #TeamAshby to today’s veteran mural unveiling. A powerful tribute to those who’ve served — you can’t miss it on Stockton Blvd across from Aggie Square. #VeteranAppreciation #VFWPost67

SacRT is offering free rides this month for food distribution centers with SNAP, for Black Friday shopping at the Folsom Premium Outlets, and for Small Business Saturday. Grateful for partners who stay supporting our community! 🚍

Thank you to the Veterans Affiliated Council for hosting this year’s Veterans Day Celebration at the State Capitol and for letting me speak. Honored to celebrate our heroes and the 250th anniversaries of the Army, Navy, and Marine Corps 🇺🇸