Sacramento County Environmental Management Department

🌍 One planet. One future. One responsibility.
This World Environment Day, let’s commit to making choices that protect our environment and strengthen our communities for generations to come. 💚

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In observance of Memorial Day, our office will be closed Monday, May 25, 2026. We honor and remember the brave men and women who made the sacrifice for our country. 🇺🇸

Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, May 26.

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Biggest turnout yet! Massive thanks to everyone who joined the EMD swimming pool workshop. Continuous learning = safer communities. Let’s keep the momentum going!

🎉 Sacramento County Environmental Management Department was honored to attend the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Rancho Cordova Community Food Hub today!
After first envisioning this location in 2022 and breaking ground less than one year ago, the Rancho Cordova Community Food Hub will officially begin operations this July at their new facility located at 2771 Don Juan Drive in Rancho Cordova.
The Community Food Hub plays an important role in supporting the community by providing food assistance to approximately 1,500 families each week throughout Rancho Cordova. Their dedication and commitment to helping those in need continues to make a meaningful impact across the region.
EMD is looking forward to working alongside the Rancho Cordova Community Food Hub and was excited to be part of their special celebration today. Congratulations on this incredible milestone! 👏

*Dip Me, 1689 Arden Way, Ste. 1104, Sacramento, CA. 95815
*The Roost Ice Cream Parlor, 10100 Fair Oaks Blvd., Fair Oaks CA. 95628
*Center for Land-Based Learning Mobile Farmer’s Market
*Coffee and Crafts, 4603 Broadway Ste. C, Sacramento, CA. 95820
*AC Hotel by Marriott, 510 Palladio Pkwy., Folsom, CA. 95630

🛑🍳 FOG + Septic Systems = BIG Problems 🍳🛑

FOG stands for Fats, Oils, Grease — and while they may go down the drain as liquids, they cook and harden inside your plumbing and septic system.

Over time, FOG can:
🚫 Clog pipes
🚫 Damage your septic system
🚫 Cause sewage backups
🚫 Reduce drain field performance
🚫 Lead to costly repairs

✅ SepticSmart Tips:
• Pour cooled grease into a container and throw it away
• Wipe greasy pans with a paper towel before washing
• Use sink strainers to catch food scraps
• Avoid rinsing oils, butters, sauces, or bacon grease down the drain

💡What goes down the drain doesn’t disappear — it ends up in your septic system. Protect it by keeping FOG out!

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