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Our Auburn Library is open and grateful for your support

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After an assault at our Placer County Auburn Library on Tuesday, the library reopened, surrounded by support from our community. Hear from our Library Services Director


Placer approves plans for major new jobs and education center

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The Placer County Board of Supervisors this week unanimously approved the county’s Sunset Area Plan update and Placer Ranch Specific Plan - affirming its vision for a new jobs and education center in western Placer County. Learn more


Free public transit in North Lake Tahoe now available

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Now you can jump on Tahoe Truckee Area Regional Transit buses in North Lake Tahoe for free! The Board of Supervisors approved this pilot program in November that offers free fares for TART bus routes in eastern Placer County. Learn More


Gold Hill Road bridge in Newcastle is now open

Gold Hill Ribbon Cutting

Gold Hill Road bridge in Newcastle officially opened this week - a couple weeks ahead of schedule. Learn more about how this project preserved the rural character of the community and even partnered with a local nonprofit to preserve the natural habitat of Auburn Ravine. View video


Placer County Procurement Services Division receives national awards

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Placer County’s Procurement Services Division has received two of the nation’s highest honors for excellent procurement processes and spending practices. Learn More


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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

Board of Supervisors meeting, Dec. 17, 9 a.m. Agenda
Foresthill / Iowa Hill Fire Safe Council meeting, Dec. 17, 5:30 p.m. Information
Colfax Chat with Supervisor Gustafson, Dec. 19, 9 a.m. Information
Placer County Fire Safe Alliance meeting, Dec. 19, 10 a.m. Information

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: Free Kids Fishing DaySanta Claus is Coming to the PromenadeWreaths Across AmericaOld Town Auburn Classic Christmas
North Lake Tahoe: Noel Nights at Village at NorthstarState Route 89/Fanny Bridge Community Revitalization Project ribbon cutting
Roseville: Santa In The ParkPlacerGROWN Farmers Market
Colfax: Winterfest
Lincoln: Santa and “Snow” in the Beermann Plaza
Meadow Vista: Christmas In The Village

...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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