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Resident asks county about temporary-use permits for small-mammal racing fundraiser
Summary
During public comment a resident asked how to secure a temporary use permit for a family-friendly small-mammal (hamster/gerbil) racing event; staff offered to work with the resident on logistics, including parking and sanitation requirements.
During the Jan. 13 public comment period, resident Chad Nunes asked the Sacramento County Planning Commission for guidance on obtaining a temporary use permit for a family-friendly small-mammal racing event that previously drew crowds of about 250 and raised funds for local animal shelters.
Nunes described the event as featuring pet hamsters and gerbils racing inside exercise balls on a drag-racing–style track, with no betting or gambling and a volunteer veterinarian on-site to supervise and provide education about pet care. He asked which environmental and permitting issues the county prioritizes for temporary-use approvals.
A planning staff member said the county would work directly with Nunes on the logistics and likely permit type (temporary use permit) to address parking, sanitation and other event needs. "We're happy to work with you on that," staff said. The transcript records that staff asked for the speaker’s name (Nunes) and confirmed they would collaborate on permit details.
No formal action was taken; staff offered to follow up with Nunes to identify permit requirements and next steps.
