Rancho Cordova · issues
Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Rancho Cordova public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
City Manager Compensation
The council approved a raise for City Manager Micah Runner to $338,352 plus a $15,900 bonus, with one resident publicly tying pay raises to contract overruns. A councilmember joked he should have to live in the city to qualify for the next raise.
City Council Election
Only one candidate, Elliott Stevenson, filed for District 2, so the council could appoint him and save ~$14,261 — but a 3-2 majority chose to let voters decide in November. Stevenson reportedly wanted his name on the ballot.
Election Candidates
Confused about who's running for office in Rancho Cordova? The Sacramento Bee has you covered, offering a breakdown of the candidates in the upcoming 2024 election to help you decide.
City Council Pay
Rancho Cordova city councilmembers could be getting a pay bump thanks to a new state law. This change is all about how cities are allowed to pay their elected officials.
District Elections Map
Get ready for a change in how Rancho Cordova picks its City Council! They've finally settled on a map for district elections, meaning your vote will count towards electing a representative from your specific neighborhood, not just a city-wide vote.
City Council redistricting
Rancho Cordova is shaking up how City Council members get elected! They're ditching the old 'everyone votes for everyone' system for neighborhood-specific districts. This could mean your local issues get a bigger voice.