presents
THE BLVD
is a
Vibe
"The BLVD is a VIBE" is a community-advised campaign in conjunction with the City of Sacramento and other partners. The goal is to publicize the Forward Together collaboration. The City of Sacramento contracted with a Mutual Assistance Network - a community-based organization - HR&A Advisors - economic development experts - and community leaders, residents and stakeholders to create a commercial corridor action plan.
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forward together
marysville & del paso blvd
Collaboration
We all need to be singin' the same song
A Lifetime of Love
Our story is our history, and our history is diverse. And without you, there is no me. I remember what we've come from, and I can see where we’re going. We are made up of excellence. We are the survivors of hard times. What excellence are we talking about? Here’s the proof: we are nationally recognized and award-winning bands, professional athletes, businesses, social justice leaders, and derby winners. Our soil creates plenty; and our talents produce an abundance. Family, we want to remind you of your potential and your vibrancy. Remember our seeds of love, community, and excellence have always been valuable, even through the rainy seasons, windy days, and cold nights. Trust us when we say, the fruits of our labor will benefit our families and the future we desire. The soil we plant our desires in will yield a prosperous harvest, forever. I hear the next generation got "next." For them, we must be inspirational. The future is in our collective hands. Go run it up and make us proud.
From North Sac with love,
The Community Advisory Committee (CAC)
Adam Shipp
Aman Smith
Chris Robinson
Contreina Adams
Cynthia Dees Brooks
Dennis Saicocie
Gabreil Mijares
Mervin Brookins
Shaukat Ali
Sherri Kirk
Sofia Olazaba
Stephen Walton
Steve Winn
Vincent Payne
Action Plan
Study the Action Plan & Community Profile to understand how to get involved and learn about existing conditions on the Del Paso/Marysville Boulevards.
About Forward Together
The Forward Together Marysville Del Paso Blvd. project is a collaboration between the City of Sacramento, HR&A Advisors, Mutual Assistance Network and Community Advisors with diverse perspectives and interests.
Forward Together is a unified coalition to improve the commercial corridor, through inclusive and equitable economic development actions.
Timeline
Analyzing the
situation
- Business and Community Questionnaires
- Community Listening Session discussing Gentrification and Displacement
Exploring Options
- Meetings, Connections with Community Organizations and Stakeholders
- Pop-Up Corridor Conversations
DEFINING A PATH
- Community Town Hall Workshop
- Public Comment Period for Action Plan Document
city Council presentation
- Present Forward Together work to City Council; tentatively scheduled for Oct. 24
- Celebrate the final Action Plan
GRANTs rELEASED
- Funding opportunity released shortly after Council presentation
- Funding will support implementing the actions identified in the plan
impact & action
- Funding awards announced
- City agreements signed
- Programs and projects are underway
Community PRofile
Including summaries of…
- Shopping and retail offerings
- Parks and recreational sites
- Resident demographics
- Housing and rent trends
- Jobs and local businesses
- Past and current investment plans
- Physical environment and infrastructure (e.g. sidewalks)
- Gentrification and displacement trends and risks
ACTion PLAN
Including …
- Description of actions prioritized by community members
- Implementation work plans, including funding identified to date and support partners
PRIORITY ACTion Profiles
Including …
- Top priority concerns shared by residents, businesses, and other community members
- Ideas for investment and action
- Funding sources and resources available today to support action
1ST QTR
4TH QTR
2022
2023
2024
Project Planning
Community Profile Report &
Action Plan Development
Action Plan Revisions and Implementation
Who We Are
Call to Action
Over the past year, Forward Together has gathered input from residents, community, and business owners about strengths and areas for improvement along the Marysville & Del Paso Blvd corridor. LIVE, WORK, SHOP, and EXPERIENCE have been identified as key action areas that need to be addressed.
The time has come to prioritize and implement actions for the Marysville & Del Paso Blvds
Themes
Create and preserve affordable housing and home ownership opportunities for residents.
Foster and retain businesses that provide good job opportunities and career growth for workers in the community.
Create an inclusive retail corridor that meets the various shopping and entertainment needs of the community.
Foster inviting spaces and experiences where residents, workers, businesses and visitors can gather.
Coming Soon
Feedback, video and pictures from the Shape the Future Community Workshop held on 2/25/23 will be posted here soon.
Resources and Programs Available Now
If you have some urgent needs, then we hope you find the following list of resources (funding opportunities, programs and other services) that you can utilize right now. The resources are categorized under our themes of LIVE, WORK, SHOP and EXPERIENCE.
Create and preserve affordable housing and home ownership opportunities for residents.
Funding Opportunities
Sacramento Emergency Rental Assistance (SERA) by Sacramento Housing and Redevelopment Agency: The SERA Program provides rental and utility assistance to low-income residents of Sacramento County that are unable to pay these bills due COVID-related increased costs or decreased income.
Future Habitat homeowners are active participants in the homebuilding and home buying process. Habitat homeowners build and buy their very own homes, creating brighter futures for themselves and their families.
Resources/Programs
Free Legal Counsel & Free Information Centers
Foster and retain businesses that provide good job opportunities and career growth for workers in the community.
Funding Opportunities
The Al Fresco Grant Program provides financial assistance to City of Sacramento restaurant owners for construction of Al Fresco dining patios. The reimbursable grant program will cover approved expenses to build or expand a permanent dining parklet, parkway, sidewalk cafe, or dining on a private parking/surface lot. The program will run from January 11 – September 30, 2023.
The annual Sacramento Innovation Grant Program offers up to $1 million to support the development of Sacramento’s entrepreneurial and innovation ecosystem. Grants are currently available for two distinct opportunities at up to $15,000 for Innovation Event Grants and ranging from $20,000 to $250,000 for Ecosystem Building Grants. The 2023 application deadline application is July 17.
Resources/Programs
Pubs, Clubs and Bars Training (City of Sacramento)
Create an inclusive retail corridor that meets the various shopping and entertainment needs of the community.
Funding Opportunities
The Al Fresco Grant Program provides financial assistance to City of Sacramento restaurant owners for construction of Al Fresco dining patios. The reimbursable grant program will cover approved expenses to build or expand a permanent dining parklet, parkway, sidewalk cafe, or dining on a private parking/surface lot. The program will run from January 11 – September 30, 2023.
Resources/Programs
Foster inviting spaces and experiences where residents, workers, businesses and visitors can gather.
Funding Opportunities
The Office of Arts and Culture's Sacramento Arts & Culture Match Program is a program that will provide match funds for crowd-funded, community-led creative placemaking projects in neighborhoods throughout the city. The City will provide matching funds up to $15,000 for eligible projects. The Match Program will be administered by IOBY, an organization that has worked with ArtPlace America and Cuyahoga Arts & Culture on similar programs to support creative placemaking.
The City of Sacramento supports special events across the city with grant one-time grant funding. Any individual or organization that would like to put on an event within the city limits may apply for grant awards of up to $7,500. To qualify, the special events must be located in the city of Sacramento, consistent with family-oriented themes, support arts and cultural entertainment and activities, promote a healthier living environment and enhance the quality of life in the city.
Resources/Programs