SACRAMENTO, Calif. — A large South Sacramento plot of land has been sitting empty for decades, but the vision to transform it is taking shape — and another step.
The options for the 102-acre Meadowview lot are limitless and people living in the area are particular about what they want.
“Equitable housing, less investors,” said Luisa Lavulo, a South Sacramento resident.
“Yes, we want more homes, but we want more street access,” said Gloria Powell-Wells.
Located near Meadowview Road by Susan B. Anthony Elementary School in South Sacramento, the City of Sacramento bought the property for more than $12 million in 2022. It has been slated for many things in the past, such as building a parking lot for people living in their cars or even a regional sports center.
“Get the community something I believe it deserves and I believe is, kind of, in a sense overdue,” said Silverio Rizo, who grew up in the area.
Despite meeting with residents at least seven times over the past year, there is no concrete plan.
On Wednesday evening, Councilmember Mai Vang kicked off the first of four advocacy sessions focused on gathering community feedback for the future development of the large plot of land.
“Oftentimes, development happens to community and not with community,” said Vang, who represents District 8 on City Council.
Vang said the previous seven meetings with the community helped produce the Dream Big! 102 Acres Visioning Report and Guidebook, which asked for open space, housing and economic development — such as a sports complex.
“These advocacy sessions are really about prioritizing, so we can mobilize around key things for the community. When we have that discussion at council, we are ready to provide a direction,” Vang said.
She and South Sacramento residents hope whatever is picked helps uplift families.
“We want to dictate and be a part of the process that goes on in our own area,” Reese said.
The community feedback will be sent to the City Council around October.
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