Friday, February 21, 2020

RIP Ken Tyson


Design Chosen for New Bridge on Sacramento River (Update from the City of West Sacramento )



A new lift bridge will connect C St in West Sacramento to Railyards Blvd in Sacramento.
The final design, called "Spring," for a new bridge crossing the Sacramento River was announced Friday, February 21st at a morning news conference. City officials from West Sacramento and Sacramento, Congresswoman Doris Matsui, and the architectural firm T.Y. Lin International made the announcement.  Construction is set to begin in 2021, and is expected to be completed in 2024.
I Street Bridge Replacement rendering of road with cars

Thursday, February 13, 2020

RIP Emma Anderson

Emma Anderson
Jan 29, 1928 - Jan 17, 2020
Emma first met Andy at a community dance. As Mr. and Mrs. Andy (Floyd) Anderson, they were dance & life partners. The two of them very active in family & community.
Emma worked for & retired from the Bank of America. She was involved with and is well known to local/ Cajun/zydeco/Polka/western swing dance organizations & the West Sacramento community.
Emma (under the physician care) passed away peacefully at home just 12 days before her 92nd birthday. Andy passed away August 27, 2016 at the age of 92. They leave behind sons Edward (Debbie), Gary (Mary), three grand children and four great grand children.
With respect and condolences to Emma‘s family we are sharing news to Dance family friends. Emma was a dear friend and will be missed by all.
At Emma‘s request no services will be held.
Cards/condolences can be sent to: 410 Safflower Place., West Sacramento CA. 95692
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are being directed to the Eagles (Fruitridge) or VFW (West Sac C/Z) - local dance organizations that support the live music & dancing that she and Andy loved.