Author: Michala Merlino

It’s one thing to build a community, and another to maintain or improve it.   West Sacramento is divided into three main sections. The South side, generally referred to as “Southport,” has only been built … Continue reading Paths to Improvement →

The Impact of Higher Education   One way to gauge the stability, job market and quality of life in a community is to look at the educational institutions nearby. How many are there? How prestigious … Continue reading Colleges and Universities →

  “Startup Culture” refers to the work-world movement towards individuals that work in a collaborative environment, sometimes forming teams that become Startup companies. Startup culture is built on talented free-agents who are looking for meaningful … Continue reading Startup Culture →

I love our train station.   The brick exterior, the waxed tile floor, the wooden benches, the chandeliers and high arches, the murals. I have taken the train in and out of Sacramento dozens of … Continue reading Transportation →

Sacramento – West Sac Streetcar It has been several months since I first heard the rumors of a streetcar transit system connection downtown Sacramento to West Sacramento’s riverfront district and civic center. Last month, two … Continue reading Streetcar Connection to Downtown Sac →

West Sac is getting a gated community. Without the gate. When I was house hunting, one of the things I loved about West Sac was the feeling of openness and connectedness. The community garden at … Continue reading Neighbors Without Borders →

Mayor Christopher Cabaldon   I have had the pleasure of meeting our Mayor Christopher Cabaldon at a few events around town, and I have to say he’s a very likable guy. It’s nice to have … Continue reading Christopher Cabaldon →

There are a lot of up sides to living a growing community. For instance, we just got a Dickey’s BBQ Restaurant and there are plans in the works for a street trolley and an outdoor … Continue reading Mike McGowan Bridge →

Christmas starts when the tree goes up.   There are three places (that I know of) in West Sac to get a Christmas tree. Two Christmas tree lots on Jefferson – one near Jefferson and … Continue reading Christmas Trees →

The Annual Santa Run starts today.   What is the Santa Run? Picture this: Santa Clause riding a firetruck that is decorated to look like a sleigh through your neighborhood handing out candy canes while off-duty … Continue reading Santa Run →