Elk Grove Council Approves New Police Facility Land

The city acquired a former school property to expand police operations and parking capacity.

Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Law Enforcement

Isometric editorial illustration of a clean, empty parking lot with geometric stall markings and a concrete barrier. — The Elk Grove City Council has authorized the $946,000 purchase of a former school property on West Stockton Boulevard to expand police department parking. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

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The Elk Grove City Council approved the purchase of land at 9392 W. Stockton Blvd. for $946,000 to facilitate police department expansion. The site, which formerly housed the Elk Grove Grammar School, will provide additional vehicle parking and street access.

Why it matters

This land acquisition supports objectives identified in the 2019 facilities master plan to address space shortages. The move aims to improve operational efficiency for the Elk Grove Police Department through increased footprint and strategic access.

The city acquired the 9392 W. Stockton Blvd. property for $946,000, bringing the total estimated cost to $951,500. Officials previously purchased a 9370 Studio Court building for $6.2 million in June 2026.

The players

Elk Grove City Council

This is the governing legislative body for the city of Elk Grove responsible for municipal policy, budget approvals, and city infrastructure planning.

Elk Grove Police Department

This is the primary law enforcement agency serving the residents of Elk Grove and managing local public safety operations.

The details

The city is funding the purchase through a capital facilities fee to secure the site for police use. While the property once served as a grammar school, it is not designated on the local historic register and will undergo development to accommodate necessary vehicle parking and infrastructure for law enforcement.

The Elk Grove Grammar School building was constructed in the late 1800s.
The building was converted into a single-family home during the early 1900s.
The city's facilities master plan identified a space requirement in 2019.
The city purchased the 9370 Studio Court building in June 2026.
The City Council approved the land purchase on October 14, 2026.

Legal Context

This acquisition follows the strategy established by the 2019 Elk Grove facilities master plan to address long-term operational needs. The city continues to scale its law enforcement footprint, building on recent property investments made to accommodate departmental growth.

The expansion is intended to improve police vehicle flow and operations, which may eventually reduce congestion near current department headquarters. Residents should note that the city plans to honor existing leases at the previously purchased Studio Court site.

The takeaway

The city is balancing the need for immediate law enforcement infrastructure with the management of existing property assets like the Studio Court building. Residents can expect ongoing infrastructure improvements as the city works to fulfill the requirements of its long-term facilities master plan.