EMD broke ground on May 7, 2008 for its new home at 10590 Armstrong Avenue, Mather. The 36,000 square-foot building will house 150 employees who work in environmental health, hazardous materials, water protection and administration. Construction will be completed spring 2009. See picture of groundbreaking ceremony.
“Protecting our Children” Resource Fair
Sacramento County offers numerous programs aimed at improving the health and well being of children. Those programs were honored during National County Government Week (April 6 - 12). The theme of the week was “Protecting our Children,” and a resource fair provided an opportunity to highlight the work being done by the County to improve the lives of children in our area. Watch a video from the event.
Winner of the 100 Best Communities for Young People
For the second time in three years, America’s Promise Alliance has named Sacramento County one of the nation's 2008 winners. The competition recognizes outstanding communities across America—large and small, rural and urban—that are the best places for young people to live and grow up. More than 300 communities applied for the honor this year. Sacramento County, which also represents seven incorporated cities, was selected in part because of the numerous agencies and programs committed to providing healthy, safe and caring environments for young people. For more information about Sacramento’s award see the press release.
Special Report on Older Adults
The older adult population of Sacramento is expected to increase by 158% by the year 2040, including a 316% increase in the 85+ age group. A Profile of Older Adults in Sacramento County is a comprehensive look at the life experience of residents age 60+ in our community and provides a data baseline as we prepare for this huge demographic shift.
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