Placer Cares: Resources for our community and more

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Special message from our Board of Supervisors

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Our Board of Supervisors and County Executive Officer want you to know that you have our full support during these unprecedented times. Watch our latest video to learn how we’re doing our part to help as you do your part to protect your families, friends and neighbors. Watch video

 


Affected by COVID-19? Help is available.

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Sometimes you just need a helping hand. Visit the COVID-19 Community Resources webpage to learn about food, housing, utilities, childcare, mental health assistance and more support available to Placer County residents affected by COVID-19. Learn more

 


Thank you, essential workers ❤️

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Thank you to all the frontline workers for taking care of our sick, keeping us safe and fed, teaching our children (remotely) and so much more. We deeply appreciate everything you do. 

 


Free one-on-one business advising

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Need help sustaining your business through COVID-19? Schedule a free one-on-one appointment with a business advisor - an industry expert who can help business owners navigate U.S. Small Business Administration loan applications, marketing, finance, securing loans and more. Connect with a business advisor


eServices: your new tool for online permit applications and more

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Submit commercial and residential development project permit applications online. Permit review and approval is conducted electronically, and inspectors can complete the process via Skype for some types of new construction. Homeowners can now apply for building permits online without having to go through a licensed contractor. Get your project started


Library e-cards now available online

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Looking to check out an e-book and don’t have a Placer County Library card? No problem. Apply for a library e-card online. You can also use your e-card to check out audiobooks and other online resources. Get started

 


Support your local restaurant on Takeout Tuesdays

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Support your favorite restaurant during National Takeout Tuesday. Local restaurants need your help now more than ever. Be sure to tip BIG. Find a restaurant near you at Visit Placer’s COVID-19 resource page. Find a restaurant


Opting outside? What to know before you go.

Physical Distancing? No Problem. Man on a bike riding a trail with blue sky behind him.

 

Our parks and trails are open so you can enjoy open space, fresh air and some exercise, too. But we need you to do your part to keep or parks open. Please follow physical distancing guidelines while you share the trail so everyone can enjoy their visit. Temps are increasing so be sure to bring plenty of fluid to stay hydrated. Find a park near you

 


On the menu: Farm fresh produce

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Farm fresh produce and other goods are available at PlacerGrown certified farmers’ markets in Roseville (Tuesdays) and Auburn (Saturdays). Enjoy the benefits of healthy food and open-air markets (social distancing required) while supporting our agriculture industry in Placer County. Plan your visit


Be part of our 2020 Time Capsule Project

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Our Museums Division would like you to help us to document how our communities are feeling and coping during this time when history is in the making right before our eyes. Participate in an online survey so future generations may have a better understanding of how we experienced the COVID-19 global pandemic. Responses will be preserved at the Placer County Archive. Any insight you can provide will be greatly appreciated! Launch time capsule

 


The 2020 Census is here. Can we count on you?

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Participate in the 2020 Census. The Census will inform how millions of federal dollars reach Placer County over the next 10 years. By filling out the Census form, we can impact how much money is allocated to roads and highways, emergency services, and parks and more! Take the survey, be counted