Placer County Newsletter: October 19, 2017

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Two Board of Supervisors meetings next week

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The Placer County Board of Supervisors will meet twice next week; in North Lake Tahoe on Monday, and in Auburn on Tuesday.

Monday, Oct. 23

In Tahoe, they’ll hear an update on the county’s efforts to ensure short-term lodging providers are collecting their fair share of guest lodging tax, and consider both the policy on the investment of those funds and approval of several local projects that would be funded with revenue from them. It’s a packed agenda. Agenda

Tuesday, Oct. 24

In Auburn, the board will hear updates on the county’s library program and Placer Re-Entry Program, which helps offenders successfully transition back into society. Agenda 

Can't make it in person? Stream meetings online at placer.ca.gov or call in at 530-886-5225.


Placer County housing choice voucher waitlist opening Oct. 30

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The waitlist for Placer County’s Housing Choice Voucher Program, which helps low-income individuals and families who are struggling to pay rent by providing rental subsidies, will open Oct. 30. Eligible residents can complete a pre-application through Nov. 9, and 500 applicants will be placed on the waiting list by computer-generated lottery. More details


Placer seeks public input on draft winery and farm brewery ordinance

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Placer County’s draft update to its winery and farm brewery ordinance is now available for public review and comment. The draft ordinance is designed to help define events allowed at these venues while protecting the character and long-term viability of our agricultural lands. Read more


Wintry weather forecast to impact Sierra travel

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A winter weather advisory will be in effect at higher elevations tonight, Oct. 19. Snowfall may occur with chain controls possible after midnight. Gusty winds may also reduce visibility. You can track current road conditions and traffic information using Caltrans’ QuickMap.


Why work for Placer County?

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Bruce Halls says driving a bus around Lake Tahoe is the best job he’s ever had. Find out why in our new video series, “Why Placer,” featuring stories from real employees about why they love their Placer jobs and their Placer lives. Watch the video


Join the Ready Set Ride Commute Challenge

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The Ready Set Ride Commute Challenge encourages you to drive alone less in October by walking, biking, using transit, riding in a carpool or vanpool or teleworking. Pledge and log trips Oct. 22-28 for a chance to win prizes, earn virtual badges and challenge your friends and co-workers. Learn more


Miles of Smiles program to expand to more classrooms

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Miles of Smiles is a volunteer-run program providing dental screenings and referrals to elementary students in Roseville. With the help of a $10,000 infusion from Placer County, approved by our Board of Supervisors in September, it will further expand to two middle schools in the coming year — reaching at least 200 more children each year. Read more 


Resource fair uplifts, empowers people experiencing homelessness

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In its second year, the Placer Empowering People event brought essential services to more than 120 individuals in need, most of them homeless. Read more and view photos


State Route 89/Fanny Bridge Community Revitalization Project wraps up 2017 construction

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Construction has come to a close for the year on the State Route 89/Fanny Bridge Community Revitalization Project. New Truckee River bridge abutments were put in place and the new state Route 89 alignment was completed. Learn more about the project here.


Thank you for participating in our Placer Alert test today

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While our test of the Placer Alert emergency notification system this morning went just to a limited number of communities in our unincorporated forested areas, we are so thankful to all of you who registered with the system for taking this important step for your safety. If you haven't already, please sign up to be a part of future tests and, more importantly, to be as prepared as possible when disaster strikes. Sign up


Click here to sign up for emergency notifications


List of active projects throughout Placer County

Projects are listed alphabetically and by Board of Supervisors districts. A hard copy of the list is available at the Placer County Community Development Resource Agency, 3091 County Center Drive in Auburn. 

Active Projects

Upcoming public meetings and events

Donner Summit Municipal Advisory Council meeting, Oct. 19, 6 p.m. Agenda
CANCELED - Newcastle/Ophir Municipal Advisory Council meeting, Oct. 19, 7 p.m.
CANCELED - Foresthill Coffee with Supervisor Montgomery, Oct. 23, 9 a.m.
Placer County Board of Supervisors meeting (Tahoe), Oct. 23, 1 p.m. Agenda
Placer County Board of Supervisors meeting (Auburn), Oct. 24, 9 a.m. Agenda
Tahoe Coffee with Supervisor Montgomery, Oct. 26, 9 a.m. Details
Placer County Planning Commission hearing, Oct. 26, 10 a.m. Agenda
Placer Sierra Fire Safe Council Meeting, Oct. 26, 6 p.m. Details

To learn about other Placer County committees and commissions and current opportunities to serve your community click here.

Upcoming community events

Don’t miss the fun coming this next week in...

Auburn: 2017 Placer Conservator Dinner, Awards, & Live AuctionConfluence of StyleAuburn Community Harvest Festival – 2017

Colfax: American Legion DinnerChamber Mixer

Granite Bay: Creatures of the Night! Let's Learn About Bats

Lincoln: 28th Annual Harvest Hoedown

North Tahoe: A Public Think Tank: Employer Solutions

Rocklin: Gather: Quarry ParkWilliam Jessup Invitational

Roseville: Maidu Museum Night Out at the Museum and campfireFloating Pumpkin PatchFriday FlicksOktoberfest

...and many Placer County Library and Placer County Museum events. 

Visit our regional partners to discover more of the fun happening right here in Placer County!

County jobs website is updated regularly

Check out Placer County's employment website for a list of open positions, including internships. Job seekers can apply for positions and sign up for job alerts to be notified of openings. Those without internet access can use a computer kiosk in the Human Resources Department's lobby, at 145 Fulweiler Ave., in Auburn. 

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