Davis City

09/08/2026

The City of Davis welcomes youth to join the Junior Basketball league, returning for the 2027 season. This program offers Davis youth an opportunity to learn the fundamentals of basketball, practice as a team, compete in low-stakes games and have fun. Each player will also receive a City of Davis basketball jersey.

Registration for Junior Basketball opens on Sept. 9 at 7 a.m., and closes Oct. 9 at 5 p.m. The enrollment fee is $176 per player. Space on team rosters is limited, and waitlists are limited to five participants. To register, click on the “Recreation Online” button at cityofdavis.org or call the registration desk at 530-757-5626. Following confirmed enrollment, families will be contacted about practices by Jan. 12.

The Junior Basketball league is open to youth in third/fourth grade and fifth/sixth grade divisions. Teams practice twice a week on either Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday at local schools or neighborhood parks between 3 – 6 p.m. with Wednesday practices beginning as early as 1:30 p.m. Enrollment is available by grade, school and practice days.

Practices begin the week of Jan. 18 with the first weekend of games on Saturday, Jan. 24. Games are held on Saturdays at the Davis Senior High School gyms between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. The final day of games is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 27.

The City of Davis is also seeking passionate, positive, committed, friendly and energetic role models to coach the Junior Basketball program. Individuals interested in becoming a Junior Basketball volunteer coach can complete a Coaching Interest Form online at: https://www.cityofdavis.org/city-hall/parks-and-community-services/volunteer-opportunities.

City of Davis Parks and Community Services

Those interested in working as Junior Basketball staff members may apply online through www.governmentjobs.com/careers/davis. Job applications will be accepted until filled.

09/07/2026

Thank you to City of Davis employees for your dedication and hard work that continues to build a better future for Davis.

09/04/2026

Heads up! The Change of Pace Labor Day Race 5k/10k run will begin at 8 a.m. on Monday, September 7. The route starts in Central Park and winds through South Davis. A kids' race begins at 9:30 a.m. Please watch for walkers and runners along this route! Visit changeofpace.com for more information.

09/03/2026

Thinking about getting an e-bike or e-scooter—for yourself or for your child? 🚲⚡ Before you ride, take time to understand the different types, the rules that apply and the safety gear required. Making informed choices helps keep everyone safe. 👉 Explore safe riding tips: www.gosafelyca.org/media-toolkits

09/03/2026

Repairs to the Amtrak Station building, located at 840 2nd Street in Davis, will begin Monday, September 14, and continue through November. Construction will generally take place Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Residents and Amtrak passengers may experience increased noise and dust while work is underway.

Equipment and materials will begin arriving the week of September 7 and will be staged near the work area and in select locations that are still being determined. A few parking spaces and one pedestrian walkway will be temporarily closed during the project. Most parking and pedestrian routes will remain open, and passengers will continue to have access to and around the station throughout construction.

If you have questions for the City of Davis, please email: [email protected].

09/03/2026

Each year, the City of Davis Police Accountability Commission organizes a community outreach meeting on a local law enforcement topic.

Please join the community for “Working Together to Protect Our Neighbors,” an event that will explore the local law enforcement response to immigration issues on Thursday, Sept. 10, from 6-7:30 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Center (203 E. 14th Street).

We have three expert speakers for this event:
•Michael Gennaco, The OIR Group, City of Davis Independent Police Auditor, will speak about the legal boundaries and accountability expectations governing local law enforcement when federal immigration enforcement occurs in or near our community
•Todd Henry, City of Davis Police Chief, will speak about what the Davis Police can and cannot do in cases of federal immigration enforcement in Davis. Chief Henry will speak about Davis Police responsibilities, limits, decision-making procedures, documentation and commitments to community safety and trust.
•Ann Block, Senior Staff Attorney with the Immigrant Legal Resource Center, will focus on practical family preparedness.

Simultaneous translation services will be available for the meeting.

Questions? Contact [email protected].

09/02/2026

The Fire Department will hold its annual ceremony on Friday, Sept. 11, at 8:30 a.m. at 530 Fifth Street to remember all those lost on 9/11 and to honor first responders who answered the call. This year marks the 25th anniversary of the tragedy.

09/02/2026

Read this month's Greener Davis, the City's environmental newsletter, with tips on fall planting, keeping rainwater on site, cardboard recycling and news on an upcoming Recology shredding event! https://conta.cc/4qAsJMA

09/02/2026

City offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 7, in observance of Labor Day. Emergency services remain unaffected.

09/01/2026

Family Fun Fest, hosted by Davis, CA Chamber of Commerce, is this Friday, starting at 5:30 p.m. at Nugget Fields!

We are ONE WEEK AWAY!! 🥳😁We can't wait to have fun with you at Family Fun Fest! A huge thanks to our sponsors - Sutter Health, Recology Davis, , Emerge Center for Social and Emotional Learning, Smith Funeral Home and partner Davis Community Soccer! We hope to see you all there!🎊🎪