This week marks the start of National Preparedness Month. It has never been more important to be prepared for emergencies. Throughout this month we will walk through different concepts and resources to help you and your loved ones be as prepared as possible. Visit ReadyPlacer.org for preparedness tools for any situation, anytime. Stay tuned for the rest of the month!

While the Caldor Fire has not entered Placer County and no Placer residents are under evacuation warnings or orders, our public safety partners continue to closely monitor the situation and are prepared to respond if it threatens our community. Check out the links here for the latest information. If you’d like to support our neighbors affected by the fire, the best way to help is a donation to these local community funds: El Dorado Community Foundation Caldor Fire Fund, and Amador Community Foundation Community Disaster Relief Fund

Poor air quality conditions continue in areas of Placer County due to smoke from wildfires including the Caldor Fire in El Dorado County and others in Northern California. The Placer County Air Pollution Control District encourages you to check out the AirNow fire and smoke map for current conditions in your community. Watch a short video on how to use the map

The California Gubernatorial Recall Election is happening in less than two weeks. Did you know that you can vote early? Registered voters in Placer County can drop off their ballot drop boxes located throughout the county. You can also vote by mail or vote in-person at our Elections Office in North Auburn or our Elections Warehouse in Rocklin. Find a voting booth near you, here. 

You may love bacon, but your sewer pipes don’t! However you choose to enjoy your bacon this International Bacon Day, remember not to pour the grease down your drain afterwards. Correct disposal of your cooking fats, oils and greases (FOG) will help keep sewer pipes flowing freely and prevent messy backups. Learn more about how to “cease the grease” and get rid of your FOG for FREE! Learn more

Adoption fees for pets at the Placer County Animal Services Center in Auburn are discounted to just $20 through Sept. 19 during the Clear the Shelter event. Learn more

Public participation is pivotal to the process of redistricting our supervisorial districts. Placer County community members can provide input at our Redistricting Placer website and at public meetings. Sign up now to receive notifications about key updates and future public meetings. Don't forget to take our online survey to provide your feedback! Learn more