The 102-Acre Project is a transformative, community-led development designed to generate generational wealth, stimulate economic growth for the Sacramento Region, and enhance the quality of life in South Sacramento. Located between Meadowview Road and Cosumnes River Boulevard, this City-owned vacant parcel will serve as a catalyst for opportunity and prosperity.  

History of Site

• The 102-Acres site is currently located in Meadowview on the southern portion of the Job Corps site at 3100 Meadowview Road, Sacramento, CA 95832. (See aerial map below).

• Until the late 1970s, the property was used as a testing track for the California Highway Patrol. It was then transferred to the U.S. Federal Government as an extension for the Job Corps facility. It has been vacant and unused since 1978.

• In 2021, the site was deemed excess land by the U.S. Department of Labor. The property was determined to be a high value asset and was disposed through the Federal Assets Sale and Transfer Act. FASTA properties are not subject to 40 USC 550, Public Benefit Conveyances. As such, the site could not be acquired by the City for a discounted price.

• In January of 2022, the City purchased the property for $12 million for long-term purposes such as civic amenities, affordable housing, and recreation -- and for short-term uses such as safe parking and temporary shelter through the Comprehensive Siting Plan to Address Homelessness.

• During Spring of 2022, Councilmember Vang’s office conducted several community-centered listening sessions to gather ideas for how residents would like to see this site used.

• In October 2022, City Council changed direction to not pursue short-term homeless safe parking use on this site in order to maintain existing shelters and campgrounds in favor of building more affordable and permanent supportive housing.

• In January 2023 Councilmember Vang hosted a community meeting with residents to share the input received from the community listening sessions, provide an overview of the next steps, and create a community task force within her office to inform land use and implementation of the 102-Acres.

• In June 2023, the 102 Acres Advisory Committee (102 AAC) applications opened. In partnership with the City of Sacramento and Mayor Pro Tem Mai Vang’s Office, the 102 AAC will provide strategic direction for the project.

• In December 2023, the 102 AAC held its first introduction/orientation meeting at City Hall. The 102 AAC is made of diverse cultural and linguistic representatives who will advise and collaborate with City departments, partner agencies, and community careholders on the development of the 102 acres.

• In April 2024, the City of Sacramento conducted an Opportunity and Constraint analysis on the 102-acre site. The outcomes of this analysis were formally presented during a council meeting, providing an opportunity to share valuable insights and pertinent information regarding this significant project.

• Following Council’s discussion in April, staff presented the findings to the public and held 10 engagement opportunities to ensure this knowledge was widely available and collected feedback from participants.

• In July 2024, city staff launched an online community workshop featuring self-guided stations where participants could learn about the site study, ask questions, and leave comments on its findings and the next steps in shaping the future of South Sacramento.

• Throughout July and August 2024, the City's Community Development Department presented the opportunities and constraints analysis to the public at various community events, providing information on potential development options and constraints. The analysis offered details about the existing conditions, potential uses for the site, and considerations for the Council to keep in mind as they move forward with decisions.

• Currently, Councilmember Vang's office is hosting a series of advocacy sessions regarding the 102-Acre Site. These sessions will take place on September 11th, 25th, October 7th, and 21st. See the schedule below for more details.

• Based on the findings from the opportunities and constraints analysis, along with community feedback, City staff expects to provide a formal recommendation for Council’s consideration in early 2025.

• In March 2025, the City’s Community Development Department had initially planned to bring forward a recommendation on next steps for the 102 Acres project. Instead, staff returned to provide a more detailed overview of the planning and community engagement process completed to date before making any formal recommendations.

Resources

For more information about the 102 Acres, please download the following:

• 102 Acres Visioning Report & Guidebook

• 102 Acres Community Updates Meeting Presentation

• 102 Acres One Page Sheet

• 102 Acres Online Community Workshop
  

102 Acres Advisory Committee

102 AAC committee members listed in alphabetical order:

• Bao Moua, Principal at Susan B. Anthony Elementary

• VACANT, Mayor Appointee (D8 Resident) 

• Chinua Rhodes, Former Mayor Appointee (D8 Resident)

• Jeese Reese, Meadowview Neighborhood (D8 Resident) 

• Jesus Cervantes, Deerfield Mesa Grande (D8 Resident) 

• Joanna Mack, Member of the Urban Land Institute 

• Margarita Chavez, Detroit Neighborhood (D8 Resident) 

• Rhonda Henderson, North Laguna Creek Valley Hi (D8 Resident) 

• Silverio Rizo Llamas, Youth (D8 Resident) 

• Sonya Bradley, Chief of Diversity Equity and Inclusion, Visit Sacramento  

• Elizabeth Boyd, Senior Planner in the City of Sacramento

• Alexi Wordell, Associate Planner in the City of Sacramento

102-Acre Development Advocacy Sessions

Now that the City of Sacramento has acquired the 102-acre site adjacent to the Job Corps property in Meadowview, city staff completed an Opportunity and Constraints Analysis and presented their findings to community members at various events throughout the summer of 2024 as part of the educational engagement efforts. Councilmember Mai Vang remains committed to ensuring the voices of the South Sacramento community stay central to the development process.

To support this vision, she hosted four additional advocacy sessions focused on educating, empowering, and advocating for meaningful community involvement in shaping this vital area.

These sessions provided a critical space for residents to be heard and to help guide a development that reflects the needs, values, and aspirations of our diverse community. Community input from these sessions will continue to inform the next phases of the 102-acre site’s future.

Thank you to all who participated in the advocacy sessions for the 102-acre site in Meadowview. Your input is helping shape a community-centered vision for this development. Below are the completed sessions along with links to their presentations:

COMPLETED Series of Advocacy Sessions:

General 102 Acre Advocacy Session Part A                     September 11th 6pm-7:30pm 
Understanding the 102-Acre Development Vision At Susan B. Anthony 

General 102 Acre Advocacy Session Part B                     October 7th 6pm-8pm (RESCHEDULED)
Shaping the Future Together At Luther Burbank High School 

Developer Panel 102 Acre Advocacy Session      October 21st 6pm-7:30pm 
Pathways to Progress and Collaboration At John Still (K-8) School

Youth-Led 102 Acre Advocacy Session                      November 13 6pm-7:30pm (RESCHEDULED)
Amplifying Young Voices At John Still (K-8) School

*Bonus Youth-Led 102 Acre Workshop                     February 25, 2025 6pm-7:30pm
Empowering the Next Generation At Pannell Community Center

See Councilmember Mai Vang's remarks in March 2025 regarding the Most recent
102-Acre Development here: