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58-486: From its time of incorporation in 1924 to its disincorporation in 1964, the city of North Sacramento was distinctive for being the only incorporated city immediately adjacent to Sacramento. Sacramento would go 23 years without an adjacent incorporated city until the incorporation of West Sacramento in Yolo County in 1987. The primary ZIP code for North Sacramento is 95815. At the time of its 1964 merger with Sacramento,

116-644: A diverse economy and is one of the area's top four employment centers. The United States Conference of Mayors named West Sacramento as the Most Livable City in America in 2014 in the category of cities with fewer than 100,000 residents. West Sacramento is part of the Sacramento–Arden Arcade–Roseville Metropolitan Statistical Area which has a population (2000) of approximately 1,796,857 (July 1, 2016, estimate placed

174-470: A female householder with no husband present, and 33.4% were non-families. 27.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.75 and the average family size was 3.39. In the city, the population was spread out, with 29.8% under the age of 18, 9.1% from 18 to 24, 27.7% from 25 to 44, 20.7% from 45 to 64, and 12.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age

232-590: A flood, which is mostly likely to be caused by an atmospheric river , which is a narrow corridor of moisture in the air that travels a long distance to produce heavy rainfall. The state of California spends more than US$ 2.8 billion annually on maintaining or building flood control projects. Geologic evidence indicates that "megafloods" occurred in the California region in the following years A.D.: 212, 440, 603, 1029, c. 1300, 1418, 1605, and 1750. Prior to European settlement, these early floods predominantly affected

290-624: A large fish swallowing a small fish. The North Sacramento School District, which served a majority of the city, became part of Twin Rivers Unified School District in a 2007 merger. The area also has numerous community and civic organizations with the old city name (the North Sacramento Chamber of Commerce was founded in 1923). The retail life of the community relied substantially upon the road traffic of Del Paso Boulevard and El Camino Avenue (which carried U.S. Route 40 in

348-579: A major grocery store chain in Northern and Central California, has its corporate headquarters in West Sacramento. The California State Teachers Retirement System pension fund CalSTRS is based in West Sacramento and its headquarters tower on the riverfront is the city's tallest building. In 2011, mayor Christopher Cabaldon launched an initiative to develop the city as a global food hub and center of food innovation, and several major international companies in

406-415: A result of excessive rainfall, excessive snowmelt , excessive runoff , levee failure, tsunami , poor planning or built infrastructure, or a combination of these factors. Below is a list of flood events that were of significant impact to California. A 2022 study found that Climate change in California will increase the extremity of water cycle events such as droughts and megafloods , greatly increasing

464-590: A “plus one” $ 1 fare, which encourages pooled trips. A $ 15 weekly pass ($ 7.50 for seniors and riders with disabilities) covers up to four rides per day. Passengers can request a ride by using a smartphone app or by calling a dispatcher. Floods in California#1986 California and Western Nevada floods All types of floods can occur in California , though 90 percent of them are caused by river flooding in lowland areas. Such flooding generally occurs as

522-462: Is a city in Yolo County, California , United States. The city is separated from Sacramento by the Sacramento River , which also separates Sacramento and Yolo counties. It is a fast-growing community; the population was 53,915 at the 2020 census , up from 48,744 at the 2010 census . The traditional industrial center of the region since the California gold rush era, West Sacramento is home to

580-617: Is a neighborhood situated in North Sacramento. Its boundaries are Arcade Creek to the north, Eleanor Avenue to the south, Steelhead Creek to the west, and Norwood Avenue to the east. Johnston Park is located in Wills Acres and this park features a community center and swimming pool. 38°36′22″N 121°27′27″W  /  38.60611°N 121.45750°W  / 38.60611; -121.45750 West Sacramento, California Norma Alcala West Sacramento (also known as West Sac )

638-589: Is a neighborhood situated within North Sacramento. There are only four ways in and out of the neighborhood. The boundaries are: Silver Eagle Road to the north, Arcade Creek to the south, Norwood Avenue to the east, and Steelhead Creek to the west. Strawberry Manor is an old rural area historically known for African-American small farmers, sharecroppers, and farm workers. In the 1960s and 1970s, modest single family homes were built on land known to regularly flood, and this housing became inhabited mainly by low-income persons of color. The neighborhood suffered extensive damage in

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696-421: Is informally known as one of the city's hidden gems. European Americans and African Americans usually populate this neighborhood. Elevated crime and lower property values still affect this area. The boundaries of South Hagginwood are: Arcade Creek to the north, Eleanor Avenue to the south, Sacramento Northern bike trail to the west, and Del Paso Boulevard/Arcade Boulevard-Marconi Avenue to the east. This neighborhood

754-525: Is mostly inhabited by career professionals; it is often cited in Sacramento publications as one of Sacramento's most desired neighborhoods. Like parts of East Sacramento and Land Park, the neighborhood employs private security. Several prominent Sacramentans live in Woodlake, including former state assemblyman and county supervisor Roger Dickinson , former City Councilman Rob Kerth, business leader Terry Sidie, and

812-576: Is near the Marconi/Arcade RT light rail station, and the Regional Transit Light Rail Metro Headquarters. Swanston Estates is a neighborhood situated in North Sacramento. The boundaries of Swanston Estates are El Camino Avenue to the north, Arden Way to the south, Ethan Way to the east, and Business 80 to the west. This small neighborhood was built in the mid-1950s and was the first suburban housing tract built in

870-406: The 1986 floods . Woodlake is a stately 1930s and 1940s neighborhood situated within North Sacramento. The boundaries of Woodlake are: Arden Way to the north, North Sacramento Freeway (Highway 160) to the south, Royal Oaks Drive to the east and Del Paso Boulevard (Uptown Art District) to the west. Woodlake is a neighborhood of mostly older homes with great character and value. This neighborhood

928-616: The Köppen Climate Classification system, West Sacramento has a hot-summer Mediterranean climate , abbreviated "Csa" on climate maps. West Sacramento is home to Sacramento-area CBS television station KOVR (channel 13) and independent station KMAX-TV (channel 31). Both stations, owned and operated by CBS , are housed on KOVR Drive. The News-Ledger and the West Sacramento Sun are weekly, printed newspapers that serve West Sacramento. The Sacramento Bee has

986-752: The National Premier Soccer League . West Sacramento is the home of the California Highway Patrol Academy, and the CHP Museum is housed on the same grounds. In 2007–2008 there were efforts to move the California Highway Patrol official headquarters from Sacramento (in Sacramento County ) to West Sacramento (in Yolo County ), but these were ultimately unsuccessful. Public schools and programs operated by

1044-647: The Port of Sacramento was opened to deep sea traffic with the completion of the Sacramento Deep Water Ship Channel . The project had been authorized by Congress in 1946 and construction commenced in 1949 on the west side of the river. It has since been renamed The Port of West Sacramento. The Port's main imports include cement and exports include rice. West Sacramento is located at 38°34′50″N 121°31′49″W  /  38.58056°N 121.53028°W  / 38.58056; -121.53028 . According to

1102-541: The Southern Pacific (now Union Pacific ) railroad line to its crossing of the American River. All of these boundaries were also the boundaries of the surrounding city of Sacramento, except for the communities of Hagginwood and Ben Ali, which were not yet annexed to either city. The merger election with Sacramento was a bitter contest that took two elections and only passed by 6 votes. The NO campaign signs showcased

1160-588: The United States Census Bureau , the city has a total area of 22.8 square miles (59 km ), of which, 21.4 square miles (55 km ) of it is land and 1.4 square miles (3.6 km ) of it (6.22%) is water. West Sacramento, which lies in Yolo County , is separated from the city of Sacramento and Sacramento County by the Sacramento River . West Sacramento, incorporated in 1987, consists of three communities that were originally distinct towns, Broderick , Bryte , and West Sacramento (originally just

1218-739: The Washington Unified School District currently include: Elementary schools High schools Alternative programs Charter schools In 2017, West Sacramento launched the West Sacramento Home Run , an education initiative offering universal preschool, college savings accounts for preschool graduates enrolled in the Washington Unified School District, internship opportunities with local businesses/organizations and free first year of college tuition for all West Sacramento high school graduates. Raley's ,

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1276-804: The poverty line , including 31.8% of those under age 18 and 12.4% of those age 65 or over. West Sacramento, CA falls within the service area of several transportation providers that offer local and regional transit, as well as commuter rail services. The Yolo County Transportation District administers Yolobus , which operates local and intercity bus service 365 days a year in Yolo County and neighboring areas. Yolobus serves Davis, West Sacramento, Winters, Woodland, downtown Sacramento, Sacramento International Airport, Cache Creek Casino Resort, Esparto, Madison, Dunnigan, and Knights Landing. The Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) provides fixed-route bus, light rail, paratransit , and dial-a-ride services throughout

1334-492: The 1950s. Many examples of California ranch architecture still remain. This one-time middle-class neighborhood has seen an increase in working poor residents over the past forty years, and has endured rising crime rates and decreased property values as rental units and city neglect have increased. South Hagginwood is a neighborhood situated within North Sacramento. It is an established neighborhood with older homes with great character, mature oak trees, and oversized private lots. It

1392-459: The City and County of Sacramento . In May 2018, the City of West Sacramento partnered with Via Transportation to launch an on-demand microtransit service. The service, called West Sacramento On-Demand , offers trips anywhere in the city for a flat fare. As of April 2020, rides cost $ 1.75 for seniors and riders with disabilities and $ 3.50 for the general population. Companions can accompany riders for

1450-693: The Hope Community Church on Ethan Way. The population continues to include several original residents including Gay Babcock, whose uncle contributed the land for D.W. Babcock Elementary School and park. Linda Fowler, Twin Rivers Unified School District Board of Education Trustee resides in the neighborhood, as well as several small business owners and other professionals. D.W. Babcock Elementary School has many successful alumni, including NFL star Donté Stallworth . The neighborhood also has many rentals and historically has provided some of

1508-537: The Slobe family. Woodlake is home to the Woodlake Swim Club, and Iceland, a seasonal ice skating rink. The headquarters of Sacramento News & Review , Sacramento's alternative newspaper, is in Woodlake. Noralto is a neighborhood situated within North Sacramento. The boundaries of Noralto are Las Palmas Avenue to the north, Altos Avenue to the south, Sacramento Northern Bike Trail to the east, and Steelhead Creek to

1566-495: The area we know today as Broderick . The McDowell family experienced first-hand the violence that the gold rush era brought with it. In May 1849, James McDowell was shot and killed in a barroom argument that he had supposedly started. With the loss of the sole supporter of the McDowell family, Margaret needed to find a way to provide for her family. In October 1849, Margaret hired a land surveyor to map out 160 acres (65 ha), which

1624-509: The area's most well known dairy farmers was Mike Bryte. Bryte came to California in 1849 to try his hand at gold mining. He didn't make a fortune in gold, but was able to purchase a dairy farm with his findings. When the California Steam Navigation Company came to Washington, Bryte used the steamships to carry his dairy products to various markets within the region. Profits from this allowed Bryte to expand his holdings. Bryte

1682-499: The area, although older neighborhoods had developed previously in Woodlake and along the Rancho Del Paso arcade (now Marysville, Del Paso, and Arcade Boulevards). The neighborhood is named after C.S. Swanston & Son, original owners of a large livestock industry that operated on the land. The Swanston Ranch area included a dairy, cattle ranch, and meat packing plant situated next to the railroad tracks near Arden Way. Sheep grazed on

1740-658: The boundaries of North Sacramento consisted of the American River on the south, property lines and the Natomas East Drainage Canal (now Steelhead Creek) on the west, Main Avenue on the north, and the Sacramento Northern Railroad (now a bike trail) on the east until its junction with Lampasas Avenue, continuing east and south on Evergreen Street, east on El Camino Avenue (with variations), and southeast on

1798-405: The city was 64.99% White , 2.57% African American , 1.76% Native American , 7.22% Asian , 0.58% Pacific Islander , 15.99% from other races , and 6.89% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 29.95% of the population. There were 11,404 households, out of which 34.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.2% were married couples living together, 15.4% had

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1856-491: The city's most affordable housing, leading to a diverse working-class population. Dixieanne is a neighborhood situated in North Sacramento. Its boundaries are El Camino Avenue to the north, Arden Way to the south, Evergreen Street to the east, and Del Paso Boulevard to the North/West. This neighborhood is home to the recently renovated Dixieanne Park, which includes, a new skate park. A unique neighborhood with hidden charm, due to

1914-618: The community north of the port canal and south of the railroads), as well as the Southport area. Southport, which comprises about half of the city's land area, originally consisted of rural homesteads and small neighborhoods in Arlington Oaks and Linden, but now has a considerable population that resulted from housing booms in the early 1990s and the early 2000s, adding new neighborhoods in Bridgeway, Gateway, River Ranch, and Newport. According to

1972-564: The fact, that it is very close to the original Del Paso Boulevard; which was completely revamped from four to two lanes, with parallel parking transitioning to diagonal parking. The boulevard is full of Art Deco architecture, and is classified by the city as a redevelopment area. This neighborhood is walking distance to the Arden/Del Paso RT light rail station and adjacent bus stops. There are many fast food chains and mom and pop shops on this boulevard and nearby El Camino Avenue. Wills Acres

2030-582: The help of his brother George, founded a salmon fishery along the river. In addition to the fishery, they also found the soil to be fertile and began farming and raising livestock. The announcement of the discovery of gold at Sutter's Mill in 1848 brought a multitude of miners to the region. This also coincided with the end of the Mexican–American War . In 1846, a man named James McDowell bought 600 acres (240 ha) from John Schwartz. With his wife, Margaret, and their three daughters, McDowell settled in

2088-412: The land now belonging to Cal Expo . The Sears, Roebuck & Co. acquired a portion of the land along Arden Way in the early 1950s and for many years was the main store in the area that would eventually become Arden Fair Mall (Sears eventually shuttered its store in 2021). Swanston Estates is a very diverse neighborhood with a rich history. Founding residents Nicholas and Henrietta Gosselink established

2146-566: The largest circulation and readership in the city. Sutter Health Park is the home of Sacramento River Cats and will be the temporary home of the Athletics of Major League Baseball before they relocate to Las Vegas , Nevada. It was the home of the former Sacramento Mountain Lions in the defunct United Football League . West Sacramento is also the home city for the Sacramento Gold team of

2204-443: The law removed a substantial economic basis for shopping in North Sacramento, thus the beginning of its long decline. After the merger of North Sacramento with the City of Sacramento and 1960s freeway construction that bypassed business districts on Marysville, Rio Linda, and Del Paso Boulevards, North Sacramento began a gradual decline. The tax base lessened and local representation in city government has historically been lacking. For

2262-418: The merger of the City of North Sacramento with the City of Sacramento, was the sale of fresh meat after 6 pm. At the time, there were laws that forbade the sale of fresh meat after 6 pm. In North Sacramento, no such restrictions existed. Women, working in the downtown area of Sacramento and required to work past the time that would allow them to go to Sacramento markets in time to buy meat for their families on

2320-447: The new motto of the community is "North Sac is Back"! Del Paso Heights (also known colloquially as "The Heights") is a neighborhood located in North Sacramento. Its boundaries are North Avenue, South Avenue, Grand Avenue, and Marysville Boulevard. West Del Paso Heights is located along Norwood Avenue. Del Paso Heights is home to Michael J. Castori Elementary School and Grant Union High School . The Strawberry Manor/Fairbanks neighborhood

2378-438: The next fifty five years, city funding would be provided to maintain popular old neighborhoods in the downtown and mid-town areas and to build infrastructure in emerging new communities, while North Sacramento was relegated to a position of forgotten status. Also, because of the diverse population and large area covered, North Sacramento has suffered from an identity crisis. Recently, awareness and community action have increased and

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2436-580: The other side of the river, early West Sacramento found its hand at agricultural development. Salmon, sturgeon, catfish, eel, crayfish, and clams proved to be lucrative in this region as fisherman soon found. The river settlement was flourishing, stocking fish markets not only in Sacramento, but in San Francisco as well. In addition, the rich soil of the valley produced abundant crops of corn, melons, cucumbers, and sweet potatoes. The dairy industry also established roots in West Sacramento around this time. One of

2494-482: The population at 2,296,418). Major industries to the region include agriculture, government, and transportation. In 1844, John Schwartz, a Flemish traveler, was the first Euro-American to permanently settle in the area of West Sacramento, which at that time was part of Mexico. He built a shack on the west bank of the Sacramento River six miles (9.7 km) south of its connection with the American River. John, with

2552-657: The population) lived in households, 246 (0.5%) lived in non-institutionalized group quarters, and 92 (0.2%) were institutionalized. There were 17,421 households, out of which 6,626 (38.0%) had children under the age of 18 living in them, 8,073 (46.3%) were Heterosexual-sex married couples living together, 2,574 (14.8%) had a female householder with no husband present, 1,016 (5.8%) had a male householder with no wife present. There were 1,307 (7.5%) unmarried Heterosexual partnerships , and 186 (1.1%) Homosexual married couples or partnerships . 4,264 households (24.5%) were made up of individuals, and 1,314 (7.5%) had someone living alone who

2610-433: The population) lived in owner-occupied housing units and 20,394 people (41.8%) lived in rental housing units. As of the census of 2000, there were 31,615 people, 11,404 households, and 7,595 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,509.5 inhabitants per square mile (582.8/km ). There were 12,133 housing units at an average density of 579.3 units per square mile (223.7 units/km ). The racial makeup of

2668-406: The pre-freeway days) during its heyday as a separate city. North Sacramento is also the home of Sacramento's central U.S. Postal Service facility. The North Sacramento Freeway was completed in the late 1950s, originally carrying U.S. 40 and renumbered in 1964 as Highway 160 (the portion west of Arden Way ). This area is also known as Old North Sacramento. A significant issue, in the debate over

2726-409: The sector made West Sacramento their US or North American headquarters and manufacturing/research centers, including Nippon Shokken , Shinmei Foods, TOMRA , and Bayer Crop Science . According to the city's 2015 "Comprehensive Annual Financial Report," the top employers in the city are: The 2010 United States Census reported that West Sacramento had a population of 48,744. The population density

2784-459: The severity of future floods due to atmospheric rivers . In part this is due to the expectation that the Sierra Nevada mountains, which typically retain water as snow, will no longer be as cold, reducing snowpack in favor or more runoff . Thus water reserves do not accumulate, leading to drought conditions , even if there is more precipitation. Every county in California has experienced

2842-426: The way home in the City of Sacramento, would drive in to North Sacramento to buy fresh meat for the dinner table. This particular bone of contention was not resolved until the City of Sacramento relented, and allowed the sale of meat after 6 pm in North Sacramento, and eventually in Sacramento in general. The result was the absorption of the City of North Sacramento into the City of Sacramento. That final alteration in

2900-435: The west. Homes in this area range from the late 1930s to the 1980s. It is also represented by Sacramento City Council 2nd District, Sean Loloee. Richardson Village project is a neighborhood situated within North Sacramento. The boundaries of Richardson Village are Arcade Creek to the north, Las Palmas Avenue to the south, Norwood Avenue to the west, and Rio Linda Boulevard to the east. Homes in this area were originally built in

2958-425: Was 2,133.5 inhabitants per square mile (823.7/km ). The racial makeup of West Sacramento was 29,521 (60.6%) White , 2,344 (4.8%) African American , 798 (1.6%) Native American , 5,106 (10.5%) Asian , 534 (1.1%) Pacific Islander , 6,709 (13.8%) from other races , and 3,732 (7.7%) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 15,282 persons (31.4%). The Census reported that 48,406 people (99.3% of

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3016-418: Was 33.6 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.0 males. There were 18,681 housing units at an average density of 817.7 units per square mile (315.7 units/km ), of which 10,234 (58.7%) were owner-occupied, and 7,187 (41.3%) were occupied by renters. The homeowner vacancy rate was 3.0%; the rental vacancy rate was 7.0%. 28,012 people (57.5% of

3074-410: Was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.2 males. The median income for a household in the city was $ 31,718, and the median income for a family was $ 36,371. Males had a median income of $ 31,176 versus $ 30,183 for females. The per capita income for the city was $ 15,245. About 17.2% of families and 22.3% of the population were below

3132-420: Was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.78. There were 11,663 families (66.9% of all households); the average family size was 3.37. The population was spread out, with 13,036 people (26.7%) under the age of 18, 4,435 people (9.1%) aged 18 to 24, 15,129 people (31.0%) aged 25 to 44, 11,363 people (23.3%) aged 45 to 64, and 4,781 people (9.8%) who were 65 years of age or older. The median age

3190-469: Was able to own several thousand acres of land in the area to farm on, as well as raise his many livestock on. Mike Bryte's influence in the community was marked by his election to the Yolo County Board of Supervisors and later as sheriff. During the 20th century, Mike Bryte's property was divided and became known as the community of Bryte . In time, the region began to develop. The Town of Washington

3248-457: Was attracted to the area in 1859 by how close the Sacramento River is to it. Other businesses in early Washington included hotels, saloons, and restaurants catering to the needs of people passing through. Many of the travelers making the treacherous journey through the marshlands on their way to Sacramento were appreciative of the rest stop at the Town of Washington. While Sacramento began to urbanize on

3306-424: Was renamed Broderick in honor of U. S. Senator David C. Broderick . After 1900, the three communities known as Bryte , Broderick , and West Sacramento were cumulatively known as "East Yolo". From 1900 to 1920, the population of this area doubled from 1,398 to 2,638. The West Sacramento post office opened in 1915. These communities officially incorporated as the City of West Sacramento in 1987. In June 1963,

3364-510: Was then divided into forty one blocks. She sold individual lots within this platted area which she named the "Town of Washington". The first lot was sold to August W. Kaye for $ 500. During its first ten years, the rural Town of Washington went through a significant increase in business development and shipping activity. One of the first businesses to be established in the town was the California Steam Navigation Company , which

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