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Celebrating One Year of Impact: Rancho Cordova Youth Center's 1st Birthday Bash

Post Date:03/27/2024 3:27 PM

Amidst colorful birthday cards and a joyful atmosphere, the Rancho Cordova Youth Center (RCYC) celebrated its first birthday with a community-wide bash on Thursday, March 14th. The event marked a year of growth, empowerment, and positive impact on the youth of Rancho Cordova.

The festivities, held at the beautiful state-of-the-art facility, located on Investment Circle, drew families from across the city who came to enjoy food trucks, cupcakes, and an assortment of fun activities. From arts and crafts to obstacle course races, attendees enjoyed the diverse offerings that RCYC provides to kids year-round.

"We are incredibly proud of the Rancho Cordova Youth Center and its impact on our community in just one year,” said Rancho Cordova Mayor David Sander. “This celebration marks not only a milestone but a testament to our commitment to providing our youth with a safe, nurturing environment where they can learn, grow, and thrive.”

The Youth Center, a city-owned and managed community space, has been a place of inspiration and opportunity for the youth, of Rancho Cordova thanks to partnerships with the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Sacramento and the Rancho Cordova Police Activities League (PAL). Together, they offer an array of free programs designed to cater to the interests and needs of young people aged 6-17.

Attendees at the birthday bash had the chance to learn more about these programs, which include Power Hour for homework assistance, Health and Wellness sessions focusing on nutrition and fitness, arts and crafts, and technology labs for honing computer skills. Moreover, the introduction of new enrichment programs in 2024, such as Youth Poet Laureate and STEM Education, has further enriched the offerings at RCYC.

The community's response to first year of operation has been overwhelmingly positive. Since its official opening on February 27th, 2023, RCYC has served 457 youth in Rancho Cordova, representing diverse cultural backgrounds and age groups.

Looking ahead, the City and its partners are committed to sustaining and expanding the offerings at RCYC to further engage the youth in Rancho Cordova. Plans are underway to issue another Request for Proposals for the 2024/25 school year programming, with the aim of reaching even more young people and providing them with opportunities for growth and development.

“Together with our partners, we will continue to invest in programs and resources that empower our young people and shape a brighter future for Rancho Cordova,” added Sander

Families in Rancho Cordova interested in enrolling their children in RCYC programs throughout the year can visit the City of Rancho Cordova's website at www.CityOfRanchoCordova.org/YouthCenter. Here, they can find information about upcoming events and program offerings.

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Press Announcements

Media Contacts

Maria Chacon Kniestedt
Communications & Public Affairs Director
916.851.8791
916.200.6181 (cell)
mkniestedt@cityofranchocordova.org

Samantha Mott
Senior Communications Officer
916.851.8796
916.579.0671 (Cell)
smott@cityofranchocordova.org

Danielle Hale
Communications Officer
916.851.8792
916.809.0465 (cell)
dhale@cityofranchocordova.org

Lauren Burke
Communications Officer
916.851.8723
916.247.2587 (Cell)
lburke@cityofranchocordova.org

City of Rancho Cordova Opens $8.4M Youth Center

On November 3, 2022, the City of Rancho Cordova opened the Rancho Cordova Youth Center, the first youth center in the community. The Youth Center will provide a welcoming, central and safe environment for year-round youth programs, build relationships with local youth, and show local youth how much the community cares about their success and future in Rancho Cordova.

City of Rancho Cordova Breaks Ground on Citywide, Ultra-High-Speed Gigabit Broadband Network

On February 28, 2022, the City of Rancho Cordova, SiFi Networks and GigabitNow announced the launch of Rancho Cordova FiberCity®, a revolutionary infrastructure project to bring a fast, affordable, and reliable all-fiber internet network to every home, business, and institution in Rancho Cordova.

For more information, please contact Danielle Hale at 916.809.0465 or dhale@cityofranchocordova.org.

Mather Veterans Village Dedication Event

On October 12, 2021, Mercy Housing California, Nation’s Finest, the City of Rancho Cordova and the County of Sacramento celebrated the completion of all three phases of Mather Veterans Village, the first permanent supportive housing development for homeless and disabled veterans in the Sacramento region.

These documents are password protected. Please contact Danielle Hale at 916.809.0465 for access.

Crime Drops in Rancho Cordova by 61%

The City of Rancho Cordova is proud to announce that violent crime and property crime combined has decreased by 61% from 2004-2019 when adjusted for population. Since the city incorporated and established the Rancho Cordova Police Department 18 years ago, the city has implemented creative and proactive policing programs that have led to this significant drop.

Media Advisory about Crime Drop in Rancho Cordova
Fact Sheet on Programs
Speaker Bios from Crime Drop Announcement
B-Roll, Photos and Crime Statistics (This is password protected. Please contact Ashley Downton at 916.542.3875 for access.)
News Release: Crime Drops in Rancho Cordova by 61%

Rancho Cordova Breaks Ground on Rio Del Oro Development

Elliott Homes, Inc. and the City of Rancho Cordova are breaking ground on Rio Del Oro, the largest development in the city’s history. Rio Del Oro spans 3,800 acres in Rancho Cordova and could fit Downtown Sacramento in its footprint. The development will feature thousands of new homes, over 7.6 million square feet of commercial, professional and industrial space, one of the largest parks in the region at 130 acres, and the city’s next high school.

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