Communication Studies. West Sacramento looks for heart of city. But with massive population growth and redevelopment occurring at city ends, officials have decided to unite residents together by reviving West Capitol as their core. This was not always the case, according to Pascoe. She said the strip was once populated by passing motorist and visiting tourists. Early last year the council proved its long-term commitment to the project by building a new City Hall -West Sacramento Civic Center- on the strip between Jefferson Boulevard and Merkley Avenue.
Along with the addition of the Civic Center, the city has also approved plans for an improved public library and new senior care facility. According to Villegas both projects are only awaiting funds and could be expected within the next five years. According to Pascoe, the passage of Measure K last year allowed the city to use funds from a half-cent sales tax increase to employ two full-time police officers to patrol West Capitol Avenue, and also to make some overall landscape and maintenance improvements.
Even with increased taxes, city officials know the total redevelopment of West Capitol Avenue will not be possible without outside investors. The lack of public dollars to fund the project means city officials need to count on private investments, according to Villegas.
A current addition to the corridor that is expected to bring in more potential investors is a 2. Although some city officials expect to see changes to the corridor within the next year, some residents remember when the first Action Plan was developed in Right now there is too much supply and not enough demand.
Pascoe also said that those who decide to stay would be expected to meet a community standard for service and upkeep. This site is updated only as student work is produced. Please check back often for updates.
