Thanks to all who attended last week's meeting. It was an interesting one. Special thanks to the Braces for opening up their beautiful home and back yard to neighbors and for all the great food and drink!
First on the agenda was a last minute request to have the City's Solid Waste and Recycling Division provide information on their new "Cleaner Streets" initiative. The purpose of Cleaner Streets is to modify the greenwaste and recycling services provided for by the City. The proposal includes moving recycling to twice a month and completely eliminating the "claw" (roadside greenwaste pickup) for most of the year, garbage service will remain unchanged. Though the City will continue to provide the roadside greenwaste pickup for the months of November, December and January and will begin offering neighborhood cleanup once a year by appointment (which will allow the use of the claw).
For more information and to take a survey please visit the Cleaner Streets website at: http://www.cleanerstreets.com/
The Police department was in attendance again this month. Officer Swafford provided a summary of Police happenings in our area. He also notified us that the Police Department is once again taking burglary reporting in person by officers instead of on-line only reporting.
We also discussed our neighborhood cleanup which is scheduled for Saturday, June 2, 2012. We will all be meeting at the Angel residence at 5600 Sorento at 8:30. Bring your gloves and other trash pickup attire. A BBQ potluck will follow. Hot dogs, chips and water will be provided... Bring a drink and/or dish of your choice. Come out, get to know your neighbors and help clean up the place we call home!
In addition to the cleanup, the Angels will be coordinating a neighborhood yard sale for that same Saturday, June 2nd from 8-1. Please keep a look out for the flyer, for more info please contact Angela Angel at angelfamily777@gmail.com
Finally, we had Cortez Quinn, candidate for Trustee of Twin Rivers Unified School District, Area 5 in attendace. Mr. Quinn provided his background and reasons for running. He took many questions from neighbors, though his attendance was prior to his recent troubles that have made front page news. In any event, this was the second month in a row we had candidates running for office this year and I think neighbors appreciate the intimate setting in which to listen and ask questions.
Thanks again and see you next month!
Tuesday, May 22, 2012
Saturday, May 12, 2012
Donations Needed for a Family
The message below is from the principal of Main Ave School.
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Hi everyone,
A
family in our district (Moreno/Bucio-Gallego) lost everything in a fire
last weekend. The children attend Main Avenue and Taylor Street
Schools. If you would like to donate anything to the family please bring
the items to Main Avenue School, room 12. The sizes of the children are
listed below. Mom also has a baby on the way.
Michael and Angel; 2 Kindergarten boys; size 6-8
Mya; 7 years old; second grade; size 7-8
Joe; 12 years old; XL youth, and small adult sizes. Pants are sizes 12 or 14.
Baby Girl due in approximately 3-4 weeks. Mom lost the car seat, baby carrier, and many diapers given to her at a baby shower.
Thank you in advance for your generosity!
Gail Hunt
Principal
Main Avenue School
Friday, May 11, 2012
Vice Mayor Ashby kicks off a “Summer of Fun” in Natomas
Press Release:
OFFICE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL
Vice Mayor
Angelique Ashby
915 I STREET, 5thFLOOR
SACRAMENTO, CA 95814
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE11 May 2012
CONTACT:Michelle Kille (916) 808‐7001
Vice Mayor Ashby kicks off a “Summer of Fun” in Natomas
SACRAMENTO – The Office of Vice Mayor Ashby invites all Natomas families to participate in our “Summer of Fun” during the months of June through August.
First, if you haven’t already signed your kids up, make sure to check out the Summer Oasis program. This summer day camp for kids, once offered every summer throughout the City, has been saved for a second year by the Vice Mayor, with help from active families in Natomas who voiced their support for the program and community sponsors. This year’s program has a major sponsor coming in to cover seventy percent of the program’s cost, allowing us to offer the 8 week camp for just $75 per participant. A HUGE thank you to our partner Walmart for providing Natomas kids with a healthy and fun summer activity!
This 8 week camp will run from June 4th to July 27th from 8 to 1pm Monday through Friday, at Regency Park with fun activities such as arts, crafts, games, sports, field trips and more. Register NOW as space is filling up quickly! In just a few short weeks, the program is already two thirds full. To learn more or register, visit:
http://www.angeliqueashby.com/2012-summer-oasis-camp
OFFICE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL
Vice Mayor
Angelique Ashby
915 I STREET, 5thFLOOR
SACRAMENTO, CA 95814
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE11 May 2012
CONTACT:Michelle Kille (916) 808‐7001
Vice Mayor Ashby kicks off a “Summer of Fun” in Natomas
SACRAMENTO – The Office of Vice Mayor Ashby invites all Natomas families to participate in our “Summer of Fun” during the months of June through August.
First, if you haven’t already signed your kids up, make sure to check out the Summer Oasis program. This summer day camp for kids, once offered every summer throughout the City, has been saved for a second year by the Vice Mayor, with help from active families in Natomas who voiced their support for the program and community sponsors. This year’s program has a major sponsor coming in to cover seventy percent of the program’s cost, allowing us to offer the 8 week camp for just $75 per participant. A HUGE thank you to our partner Walmart for providing Natomas kids with a healthy and fun summer activity!
This 8 week camp will run from June 4th to July 27th from 8 to 1pm Monday through Friday, at Regency Park with fun activities such as arts, crafts, games, sports, field trips and more. Register NOW as space is filling up quickly! In just a few short weeks, the program is already two thirds full. To learn more or register, visit:
http://www.angeliqueashby.com/2012-summer-oasis-camp
Celebrate Sacramento - May 19th
Just in case you are looking for some exciting fun next weekend there are a few things happening in your neck of the woods. Assemblymember Dickenson will be hosting Celebrate Sacramento on Saturday, May 19th from 11am-4pm at Natomas High School. Plus the Neighborhood Services Division is presenting a relaxing afternoon of Simply Music that evening (Saturday, May 19th) beginning at 4pm at the Natomas Oaks Park.
Here's the link:
http://asmdc.org/members/a09/enewsletter/20120510AD09EAlert.htm?utm_source=eAlert&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Dickinson_Celebrate-Sacramento
Here's the link:
http://asmdc.org/members/a09/enewsletter/20120510AD09EAlert.htm?utm_source=eAlert&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Dickinson_Celebrate-Sacramento
May Neighborhood Meeting
This month's meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 16th. We'll be getting together at the home of Diana and Dan Brace located at 5021 Tunis at the regular time of 6:30pm.
Please let me know by commenting below or by sending me an email directly if you would like something discussed. Currently, we'll be discussing issues of neighborhood interest including the status of negotiations with the Twin Rivers Unified School District regarding their obligations to repair Sorento Road, code enforcement updates and the upcoming neighborhood clean up.
Hope to see you there.
Please let me know by commenting below or by sending me an email directly if you would like something discussed. Currently, we'll be discussing issues of neighborhood interest including the status of negotiations with the Twin Rivers Unified School District regarding their obligations to repair Sorento Road, code enforcement updates and the upcoming neighborhood clean up.
Hope to see you there.
North Command Community Update
Here is the latest from the Police Department:
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Hello Community Members,
This week has picked up in violentcrimes. We also had a slight uptick in burglaries near south Natomas areabut there were no patterns to link any of them at this time. As you mayhave already read earlier in the week we had a homicide in both District 1 and2. In District 1 near the 2100 block of Peakview Way, we had a malekilled inside his resident by his son. The suspect was taken into custodywithout further incident. In District 2 near Scoles Court and WesternAve, we had a male in his 20’s shot and killed. The suspect (s) in thiscase has not been apprehended and the investigation is still ongoing. Officers are trying to get to these violent individuals with guns on a dailybasis by conducting proactive stops, searching probationers and parolees, andfocusing attention on gang members and locations. We are just starting toget into the hot temperature months so we expect more activity and people outand about. Now more than ever remain vigilant in keeping an eye out foreach other and calling in to the police on suspicious activity/persons.
District 1 (South and North Natomas):
· OnMay 4th (Friday), at approx. 10:45 a.m., in the 1200 block of TrailEnd Way, the victim woke up and found that someone had broken into hisresidence through the garage side door. Nothing appeared to be missing sopossibly the suspect (s) was scared off. Reminder if you have an alarmto activate it at night as well as when you are away from the home.
· OnMay 6th (Sunday), at approx. 9:45 a.m., in the 1200 block of W. ElCamino, the victim was walking her dog when a suspect demanded her purse. The victim refused and the suspect assaulted her, taking the purse, andfleeing. It is always a personal choice when deciding not to complywith a robber but always way the risks versus the replacement of the propertytaken. Also keep an eye out for each other, a male running with a purseis suspicious and you should call the police when you see this type ofactivity.
· OnMay 6th (Sunday), at approx. 9:50 a.m., the victim was using the ATMat San Juan /Truxel when he was robbed at gun point by two male Black adultswearing hooded sweatshirts. Remember to always be aware of yoursurroundings when using ATM’s. If there is someone suspicious near you,go to another ATM, wait for the person to leave, or/and call the police.
· OnMay 7th (Monday), at approx. 5:10 p.m., victim observed a male white30-40’s, 5’10, 180 lbs with blonde hair, on a bicycle ride up towards hishouse. The subject appeared to have his pants off. The victimyelled at the suspect who then left the area. The victim’s was with asmall child when the male was observed. Although it is unknown on thissuspect’s intent, this is a good reminder to always keep an eye on yourchildren. Also you should go to crimereports.com or Megan’s Law websitesand see the registered sexual offenders that are in your neighborhood.
· Lastnight, May 10th, we had another ATM robbery near W. El Camino/Truxel Road at around 11:22 p.m. Suspect approached armed with a gun anddemanded money from the two victims before fleeing. Be very carefulwhen going to ATM’s in the middle of the night. This is the second one ofthese we have had in the last week.
· Backin June 2011, a burglary occurred in the 100 block of Arnold GambleCircle. A fingerprint from the burglary was obtained by CSI. Thisweek the juvenile suspect was identified and arrested. Sometimes they don’tget caught right away but we usually get them eventually!
District2 (Del Paso Heights, Robla, Del Paso Blvd, El Camino, Woodlake):
· OnMay 4th (Friday), officers responded to the 2200 block of Bell Aveon the reports of someone shooting off an AK-47. Officers arrived andstopped the suspect who was leaving the area in a vehicle. The suspectwas arrested for various gun charges. Fortunately in this case no onewas hurt by the gun fire. Call when you hear gun shots don’t thinksomeone else will call it in.
· OnMay 5th (Saturday), at approx. 9:37 p.m., officers responded to arobbery in the 2300 block of North Ave. Three male Black adults enteredthe business armed with guns and stole money. Investigation isongoing.
· OnMay 8th (Tuesday), Gang Enforcement Team officers stopped a gangmember at Grand and Pinnell who was in possession of drugs and was wanted on ano bail warrant.
· OnMay 8th (Tuesday), officers responded to the 4200 block of Norwoodon an armed robbery. The victim was able to get a very good descriptionof the suspect. The investigation is ongoing. Always try and bea good witness. Get a good look at the suspect’s face, clothing, and anyvehicle description you can (even better if you can obtain a license plate).
· OnMay 9th (Wednesday), Gang Enforcement Team officers stopped asuspicious vehicle near Altos and Morrison occupied by three subjects (one ofwhich was a gang member). Officers conducted a probation search locatingecstasy pills.
· OnMay 9th (Wednesday), officers responded to a fight at a partyoccurring at 3900 block of Elm Street. As officers arrived they heard gunshots and saw people running. Officers stopped one car that was occupiedfinding a loaded gun. Both occupants of the car were arrested. Fortunatelyno one was hurt by the gun fire. The suspects were associated withgangs. On loud party calls, we may not respond but if there is adisturbance or other unlawful activity make sure you call it in so we can stopthe activity before violence erupts.
Event:
· ThisSaturday is the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure near the Cal Expo area. If you are not participating please be aware of the traffic impacts from 6 a.m.until 11 a.m.
______________________________________________________
Hello Community Members,
This week has picked up in violentcrimes. We also had a slight uptick in burglaries near south Natomas areabut there were no patterns to link any of them at this time. As you mayhave already read earlier in the week we had a homicide in both District 1 and2. In District 1 near the 2100 block of Peakview Way, we had a malekilled inside his resident by his son. The suspect was taken into custodywithout further incident. In District 2 near Scoles Court and WesternAve, we had a male in his 20’s shot and killed. The suspect (s) in thiscase has not been apprehended and the investigation is still ongoing. Officers are trying to get to these violent individuals with guns on a dailybasis by conducting proactive stops, searching probationers and parolees, andfocusing attention on gang members and locations. We are just starting toget into the hot temperature months so we expect more activity and people outand about. Now more than ever remain vigilant in keeping an eye out foreach other and calling in to the police on suspicious activity/persons.
District 1 (South and North Natomas):
· OnMay 4th (Friday), at approx. 10:45 a.m., in the 1200 block of TrailEnd Way, the victim woke up and found that someone had broken into hisresidence through the garage side door. Nothing appeared to be missing sopossibly the suspect (s) was scared off. Reminder if you have an alarmto activate it at night as well as when you are away from the home.
· OnMay 6th (Sunday), at approx. 9:45 a.m., in the 1200 block of W. ElCamino, the victim was walking her dog when a suspect demanded her purse. The victim refused and the suspect assaulted her, taking the purse, andfleeing. It is always a personal choice when deciding not to complywith a robber but always way the risks versus the replacement of the propertytaken. Also keep an eye out for each other, a male running with a purseis suspicious and you should call the police when you see this type ofactivity.
· OnMay 6th (Sunday), at approx. 9:50 a.m., the victim was using the ATMat San Juan /Truxel when he was robbed at gun point by two male Black adultswearing hooded sweatshirts. Remember to always be aware of yoursurroundings when using ATM’s. If there is someone suspicious near you,go to another ATM, wait for the person to leave, or/and call the police.
· OnMay 7th (Monday), at approx. 5:10 p.m., victim observed a male white30-40’s, 5’10, 180 lbs with blonde hair, on a bicycle ride up towards hishouse. The subject appeared to have his pants off. The victimyelled at the suspect who then left the area. The victim’s was with asmall child when the male was observed. Although it is unknown on thissuspect’s intent, this is a good reminder to always keep an eye on yourchildren. Also you should go to crimereports.com or Megan’s Law websitesand see the registered sexual offenders that are in your neighborhood.
· Lastnight, May 10th, we had another ATM robbery near W. El Camino/Truxel Road at around 11:22 p.m. Suspect approached armed with a gun anddemanded money from the two victims before fleeing. Be very carefulwhen going to ATM’s in the middle of the night. This is the second one ofthese we have had in the last week.
· Backin June 2011, a burglary occurred in the 100 block of Arnold GambleCircle. A fingerprint from the burglary was obtained by CSI. Thisweek the juvenile suspect was identified and arrested. Sometimes they don’tget caught right away but we usually get them eventually!
District2 (Del Paso Heights, Robla, Del Paso Blvd, El Camino, Woodlake):
· OnMay 4th (Friday), officers responded to the 2200 block of Bell Aveon the reports of someone shooting off an AK-47. Officers arrived andstopped the suspect who was leaving the area in a vehicle. The suspectwas arrested for various gun charges. Fortunately in this case no onewas hurt by the gun fire. Call when you hear gun shots don’t thinksomeone else will call it in.
· OnMay 5th (Saturday), at approx. 9:37 p.m., officers responded to arobbery in the 2300 block of North Ave. Three male Black adults enteredthe business armed with guns and stole money. Investigation isongoing.
· OnMay 8th (Tuesday), Gang Enforcement Team officers stopped a gangmember at Grand and Pinnell who was in possession of drugs and was wanted on ano bail warrant.
· OnMay 8th (Tuesday), officers responded to the 4200 block of Norwoodon an armed robbery. The victim was able to get a very good descriptionof the suspect. The investigation is ongoing. Always try and bea good witness. Get a good look at the suspect’s face, clothing, and anyvehicle description you can (even better if you can obtain a license plate).
· OnMay 9th (Wednesday), Gang Enforcement Team officers stopped asuspicious vehicle near Altos and Morrison occupied by three subjects (one ofwhich was a gang member). Officers conducted a probation search locatingecstasy pills.
· OnMay 9th (Wednesday), officers responded to a fight at a partyoccurring at 3900 block of Elm Street. As officers arrived they heard gunshots and saw people running. Officers stopped one car that was occupiedfinding a loaded gun. Both occupants of the car were arrested. Fortunatelyno one was hurt by the gun fire. The suspects were associated withgangs. On loud party calls, we may not respond but if there is adisturbance or other unlawful activity make sure you call it in so we can stopthe activity before violence erupts.
Event:
· ThisSaturday is the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure near the Cal Expo area. If you are not participating please be aware of the traffic impacts from 6 a.m.until 11 a.m.
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