Quirina Orozco, West Sacramento City Councilmember

08/27/2026

♻️ Want to learn more about the future of waste collection in West Sacramento? City staff will be hosting multiple outreach events to answer questions, share information about the waste hauler contract process, and hear your feedback.

Join us at:
• Rhythm on the River at The Barn
Thursday, August 27 at 5:30 p.m.
• West Sacramento Recreation Center
Monday, August 31 at 7:30 a.m.
Wednesday, September 2 at 2:30 p.m.
• Community Open House at City Hall
Tuesday, September 1 at 6 p.m.
• West Sacramento Senior Center
Thursday, September 3 at 2 p.m.

Learn more at wsac.city/solidwaste.

08/21/2026

Proud of our historic investment in the largest and most widely used park in our beautiful city. I am excited for all the children and families who get to experience a new and improved Bryte Park experience and one that will certainly be the greatest park destination in West Sacramento!

West Sacramento begins $64 million renovation of Bryte Park

08/20/2026

I’ve been truly inspired for many years by this incredible woman.

Thank you, Sacramento Bee, for highlighting the contributions of someone who gives so much to all of us, including the residents of my mighty little city. Whether it’s West Sac Kids Give Back Annual Care Package Event, Our Annual Badge of Giving Toy Drive, or West Sac Girls Give Back events, Joy always shows up in West Sac to serve. So proud of you, Sister!

For Joy Gonzales-Cabatic, community involvement is a generational effort. She’s inspired by the hard work and dedication of her parents, who brought her to the United States from the Philippines as an 8-year-old, and hopes to inspire her own children.

There’s always an opportunity to help others, to uplift others,” Gonzales-Cabatic said. After coming to the United States, Gonzales-Cabatic, 46, whose father served in the U.S. Navy, lived in Pittsburg, Alameda and Vallejo before coming to Sacramento in 1998. A Sac State graduate, she has been with the state Department of Tax and Fee Administration, which administers California’s sales and use, fuel, to***co, alcohol and cannabis taxes, since its inception in 2017.

Before that, Gonzales-Cabatic worked for the state Board of Equalization and has nearly 25 years of service in state government.

She is the vice president of the Asian-Pacific State Employee Association and also works with My Sister’s House and the Olivia Chan Foundation. My Sister’s House offers support to survivors of domestic violence and trafficking, including shelter, counseling, legal help and a 24-hour multilingual hotline, Gonzales-Cabatic said. The Olivia Chan Foundation, created by the parents of a girl who died of cancer, supports children, teens and young adults dealing with grief. Gonzales-Cabatic said she got involved with the organizations “wanting to give back to the community, wanting to help others, wanting to make an impact.”

She credits her family and her three children for inspiring her, and said she hopes to continue working with the organizations and perhaps others in the future. “I’m really grateful for what I have now, so I think that’s what drives me,” she said.

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Gonzales-Cabatic is one of the 2026 Change Makers, an award from The Sacramento Bee and the Nehemiah Leaders Programs.

08/14/2026

08/11/2026

As your City Councilwoman for West Sacramento’s District 2, I am proud every time we cut a ribbon on a spectacular project that enhances the complexion and liability of our incredible city.

This morning, I have the opportunity to reflect upon one of the greatest affordable housing investments in our city: The Bridge at West Gateway.

This housing development is built upon the promise of hope for future generations in our city and the opportunity for growth, transformation, and prosperity for families in our city. As your Council member, I am extremely proud to help invite and champion developments like these in our mighty little city.

Please enjoy the extraordinarily moving experience of one remarkable resident in this special Jamboree Housing presentation.

Jamboree celebrates the grand opening of The Bridge at West Gateway...

08/05/2026

National Night Out 2026. A wonderful way to connect with members of our incredible community.

A special thanks to each and every neighborhood host who created a special place for our neighbors to connect and gather. Proud to see our very own West Sacramento Police and Fire Departments, Yolo County District Attorney and Probation out again for this beautiful annual event!

07/17/2026

Two years ago, I made promises to District 2. Today, I can show you the results.

As the longest-serving female city council member in the history of West Sacramento, I’ve watched District 2 wait a long time for investment — and I, along with incredible partners who knew the value of investing in my mighty little city, made it my mission to change that. I’m proud to share several inspiring projects that are transforming our neighborhood:

Westacre Park — Once a rundown skate park and cracked basketball court, now a fully revitalized 12-acre destination with a splash pad, pump track, pickleball courts, and inclusive play equipment, thanks to $8 million in state and community funding.

The Bridge at West Gateway — 60 new affordable apartment homes for working families, giving our neighbors stability and a real path forward.

The Sycamore Trail Overpass — Our first bridge built exclusively for walkers and cyclists, finally connecting neighborhoods that Highway 50 divided for decades.

The Orchard at Sycamore Trail — 100 public-access fruit trees planted with the Rotary Club, so families can grow and share fresh food right in our community.

The Grand Gateway — In December 2025, the city secured a $43.35 million Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities grant for the 8.6-acre Grand Gateway Master Plan Area in District 2, funding integrated housing and transportation improvements.

When combined with other District 2 developments amenities such as Drakes The Barn, Sutter Health Park, The Bridge District, and Washington Commons, I’d say we are making some remarkable moves!

This is what keeping a promise looks like. Although it’s been only a short time since I inherited the role of representative for District 2, I have been busy pushing for changes that uplift the complexion of the center of our city for nearly a decade now.

District 2 will never be forgotten and the fight for progress will continue.  The work is steep, but we have big dreams  and we’re just getting started. 🌳🏀🚲

04/06/2026

Clean out your closets and join us for West Sacramento’s First Annual Clothing Swap!

Taylor Jans, one local West Sac’s finest young students, is creating this amazing event for folks who wish to bring new and gently used clothing items and exchange for attire if their choice.

All are welcome to attend!

LENISE’S CAFE
3150 Jefferson Blvd
Saturday, April 25th
10-3pm

Grab some friends and share the details so we can have a phenomenal clothing swap! All remaining clothing will be donated to local nonprofits!