Rancho Cordova survey reveals high resident satisfaction with services and safety

In a recent special meeting held on September 2, 2025, the Rancho Cordova City Council received encouraging feedback from a community satisfaction survey, highlighting a strong sense of safety and satisfaction among residents. The survey, conducted over the past few years, revealed that 88% of respondents feel they have a good quality of life in Rancho Cordova, a slight increase from 84% in 2021.

The survey results indicated a notable improvement in the perception of the city's image, with 52% of residents believing it has gotten better over the last two years, up from 45% in 2023. Key factors contributing to this positive outlook included improvements in streets and infrastructure, as well as the attraction of quality businesses to the area.

However, concerns remain regarding homelessness, which was cited as the primary reason for a negative perception of the city by those who felt its image had worsened. This issue accounted for 38% of the negative feedback, overshadowing other concerns such as crime rates and police service availability.

Residents expressed high satisfaction with various city services, particularly in areas such as trash disposal and recycling, which received an 82% positive rating. The city’s efforts in planning for the future also saw a significant increase in approval, rising from 51% in 2021 to 70% in 2025.

Despite these positive trends, the survey revealed that addressing homelessness remains a significant challenge, with only 31% of respondents rating the city’s efforts in this area as good or very good. This highlights an ongoing need for effective strategies to tackle homelessness in the community.

The meeting underscored the importance of continued engagement with residents to address their concerns and improve city services. As Rancho Cordova moves forward, the city council aims to build on these positive findings while addressing the pressing issues that affect the community's quality of life.